In Loving Memory (From the Family)

Jephthah Olúgbóyèga Oyeku

“Jeph” • “Brother Jeph” • “Branch Chief Oyeku”

June 16, 1948 - October 15, 2025

Thank you for your kind words, prayers, and support as we mourn the sudden passing of our beloved father, who left us while doing what he loved. Our family has been deeply moved by the outpouring of tributes from his colleagues at the NYC Department of Probation and the United Probation Officers Association. Your expressions of care and respect have been a great comfort to us.

We invite you to join us in honoring Jeph’s life:

Friday, November 14, 2025

📍 Funeral Service

Grace Baptist Church

52 South 6th Avenue • Mount Vernon, NY

🕙 Wake/Viewing: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

As we gather for the Wake and Viewing, we will offer a time for family, friends, and colleagues to share testimonies, stories, and prayers that reflect the impact of Jeph’s life.

🕛 Funeral Service: 12:00 PM

📺 Livestream will be available for those unable to attend in person

Standing Together in Remembrance

To help us celebrate his life, we’ve created a dedicated email address:

📧 memoriesofjeph@gmail.com

Please share your stories and photos of Jeph for a video montage. We’d love to include memories—whether funny, touching, or inspiring—that capture the man he was.

For questions or additional information, please contact:

Suzette Oyeku: 617-233-3486

Patrick Oyeku: 917-771-9654

Claudette Oyeku: 716-510-7885