Actor Francis Duru Pays Tribute To Late Son On His 16th Posthumous Birthday

Nollywood actor, Francis Duru has penned an emotional tribute to his late son, Ifeanyi, on what would have been his 16th birthday.

KanyiDaily recalls that Ifeanyi died in August 2024, a heartbreaking event Francis Duru had previously announced on social media.

On Wednesday, December 4, the actor took to Instagram to share cherished memories and reflect on the profound loss his family continues to endure.

He emphasized how eagerly the family had anticipated celebrating Ifeanyi’s milestone birthday, only to have those dreams shattered.

Describing his son’s death as an irreplaceable void, Duru reminisced about unforgettable moments and the deep love they shared.

He wrote, “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.”

KanyiDaily recalls that Francis Duru recently celebrated 21 years of marriage anniversary with his wife, Adokiye.