Francis Duru pays tribute to son on his posthumous birthday
Nollywood actor Francis Duru has penned a heartfelt tribute to his late son, Ifeanyi, on what would have been his birthday, sharing cherished memories and reflecting on the deep loss.
The actor had announced the tragic passing of his son in August 2024 via an emotional Instagram post.
In a recent post, Francis Duru revealed how the family had been eagerly anticipating celebrating Ifeanyi’s birthday, only to have their joy overshadowed by his untimely demise. He described the loss as irreplaceable, reminiscing on unforgettable moments shared with his beloved son.
Read Francics Duru’s Post Below…
francis.duru Nna…today ,you were going to be 16.
But the cold hands of death snatched you from us.You looked forward to this day..was so excited.We all looked forward to it…but life happened to you and you retired so early son.
It has not been easy because you left a very big hole in our hearts. why you left and how you left still bothers us.it’s not been easy.Noone can ever or will ever replace you.Ir hurts but God knows why.
Your fond memories, they comfort us all,we miss you, your warm smiles, words of affirmation,miss your arms on my shoulder…the last mayonnaise is still I see your friends remaining.
Since you left..the school bus doesn’t come again.can’t remember when I last ate bread…such a big vacumm.. I see your friends…and the look in their eyes still asking what happened.
Mummy weeps each day while I do mine in the dark.Fances and Soso all of us…grand ma has your picture always….tnx for parenting you.