Nollywood actor Francis Duru has poured his heart out in a touching tribute to his late son, Ifeanyi, on what would have been his 16th birthday.
The pain of losing his son is still raw, and Francis’s emotional post gives us a glimpse into the overwhelming grief that has consumed his family since Ifeanyi’s passing in August 2024.
Francis remembered his son’s excitement for his upcoming birthday and how the family had looked forward to celebrating with him. But fate had other plans.
The actor’s tribute is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of loss on those left behind. He shared fond memories of his son, from his warm smiles to his words of affirmation, and how much Ifeanyi’s presence is still deeply felt.
Francis’s emotional post is a testament to the love and bond he shared with his son. He wrote:
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.
