Andrew Olutoyin Olumoya, Sr.

Andrew Oluwatoyin Olumoya, the firstborn of the late Archdeacon Venerable Josiah Olufemi Olumoya and the late Mrs. Felicia Bolanle Olumoya (née Oyebanji), was born in Epe, Lagos State, Nigeria. He began his education at St. Andrews Primary School in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria, before progressing to Christ’s High School, in Ado Ekiti, Nigeria. He later attended Yaba College of Technology in Lagos, where he earned an H.N.D. (Higher National Diploma) in Fine Arts.

Andrew worked as a long-term employee at The Punch Newspaper before relocating to Washington, D.C., USA, in 1986 to further his studies at the University of the District of Columbia. In 1988, he welcomed his son, Andrew Olumoya Jr., who now resides in Mitchellville, Maryland.

Fondly known as “Toyin,” “Andy,” and affectionately nicknamed “Paloma,” Andrew Olumoya Sr. was a kind-hearted and friendly man. A devoted Christian, a loving father, and a hard working servant of God, he dedicated his life to his faith, family, and work. Andrew worked tirelessly throughout his life, never considering retirement until an unforeseen and devastating illness left him incapacitated.

Andrew Olutoyin Olumoya Sr. leaves behind a loving son, Andrew Olumoya Jr., as well as two cherished brothers, Mr. John Olumoya and Mr. Stephen Olumoya. He is also survived by three devoted sisters: Dr. Mercy Olumoya, Mrs. Kehinde Olukemi Adeyemi, and Mrs. Idowu Abiodun Eseka. Additionally, he is fondly remembered by a host of nephews and nieces in the USA and Nigeria, including Dr. Jonathan Olumoya, Nicholas Olumoya Esq., Matthew Olumoya, Felicia Olumoya, Nathan Olumoya, Adewale Aderinto, Taiwo Olumoya, Malioliseh Eseka Esq., and Bienioliseh Eseka.

Andrew came from a family deeply rooted in faith and service to God. His late parents, uncles, aunts, and cousins were all devoted disciples of the Anglican Church, actively serving in various Anglican dioceses throughout Nigeria. Among those honoring his memory today, both in person and remotely, are numerous cousins from the Olumoya, Fatile, Gbonigi, and Oyebanji families.

A visitation for Andrew will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Robert E. Evans Funeral Home, 16000 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD 20715, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM.

The interment will be private.