Augustine Ajibola Sere

Yoruba adage: "One who is remembered never truly dies" Augustine Ajibola Sere, born on July 10, 1948, in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at the age of 77. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Augustine is survived by his beloved wife, Sarah Anne Sere; and by their children: Helena Adjei and her husband Koffi Adjei; Anthony Sere and his wife Francesca Sere; Joseph Sere and his wife Sheriss Joy Sere; Anthonia Sere; Elizabeth Chukwuemeka and her husband Daniel Chukwuemeka; and Nina Munson and her husband Kris Munson. He is also lovingly remembered by his grandchildren: Gabriella Olubimpe Fayosere Sere, Iyeoluwa Robert Fuye, Nathaniel Fiyinfoluwa Sere, Israel Oreoluwa Sere, Joachim Ifedayo Sere, Jayden Ayomide Sere, and Jesse Adeola Sere. The only son of his parents, Anthony Akintola Sere and Ebunoluwa Sere (née Ogunbiyi), who preceded him in death, Augustine grew up with four sisters - Dr. Olatutu Sere-Arije, Sulola Sere-Dairo, Dr. Adewunmi Sere-Ejembi, and the late Olasupo Sere-Ojetunde. Augustine attended St. Gregory's College for his secondary education. In 1978, he came to the United States and attended Dunwoody College of Technology, where he earned a degree in Surveying and Civil Engineering Technology. He spent his career as a civil engineer, participating in the development of several rural parts of Nigeria, leading surveying and road construction projects that helped transform rural areas into thriving urban communities. It was during his time at Dunwoody that Augustine's most beautiful chapter began - he met the love of his life, Sarah Ann, who was also a student there. The two began a journey together that became the foundation of the Sere family. A lifelong learner, Augustine returned to Dunwoody, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management in 2011. A devout Christian, Augustine lived a life rooted in faith, humility, and service. He was a man of prayer, principle, and purpose, leading his family with spiritual conviction, deep love, and always calling for peace and unity. Professionally and personally, he was a builder - of roads, communities, and most importantly, of people. He lived a life of quiet strength and deep wisdom, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, generosity, and unwavering devotion to God and family. His memory remains a guiding light for those he loved. Sun re o, Baba wa. (Rest well, our father.) Memorial service details will be shared with family and friends in the coming days.

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Augustine Ajibola Sere

July 10, 1948 - August 4, 2025

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Augustine Ajibola Sere

July 10, 1948 - August 4, 2025

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