Brian Chijioke Anyadike Obituary in Opelika at Harris Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Brian Chijioke Anyadike

Funeral service for Brian Anyadike, 31, of Opelika, AL, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 27, 2020, at Saint Michaels the Archangel Catholic Parish, 1100 North College Street, Auburn, AL 36830 with interment in Auburn Memorial Park Cemetery, Father Michael Farmer will officiate.

Mr. Anyadike, who passed away Friday, June 19, 2020, was born July 1, 1988 in Washington, D.C.

Public viewing for Mr. Anyadike will be Friday, June 26, 2020 form 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Anyadike remains will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service. Brian graduated from Auburn High School Class of 2006, where he excelled as an Auburn High Tiger. He then went on to attend Auburn University, where he walked on to the Football team as a strong safety and full back. He developed life-long bonds with his teammates, gaining a reputation for being a playful, loving friend – together, they celebrated major milestones and achievements that would only continue to strengthen their bond. Notably, in 2007, Brian and his teammates celebrated a victory in the Chick-fil-a Bowl against Clemson University. It would become one of his most cherished memories during his tenure as a football player for the Auburn University Tigers. After his time at Auburn, Brian went on to join the East AL Predators and Opelika Chiefs, where he developed more friendships, more memories, and more bonds to last a lifetime. Brian joined the Opelika Fire Department in 2016, where he would soon develop a second family through strong bonds of friendships and brotherhood. During his tenure at Opelika Fire Department, Brian excelled in training and education through the Alabama Fire College to become a certified firefighter and EMT. Brian would later continue his training to become a nationally registered Paramedic.

He was a great son, brother, friend, and fiancé with an infectious smile that would touch your spirit on sight. Brian was beyond excited to be welcoming a son of his own into the world this November. For those who knew him, they would remember him as a jokester… he always found a way to make others laugh with his silly antics. He will be remembered by his love for the gym and “getting his weight up.” Brian loved his 3 dogs (Alpha, Brewser, and Brute), and those that knew him will always be reminded of how much he cared for each of them. His family and friends would remember him mostly for his unwavering and strong-minded nature, his expensive taste, and for being loving, kind, strong, fearless, protective, and willing to give anyone the shirt off his back. Everyone that knew him loved him- he was so full of life.

On Friday, June 19, 2020, he departed this life leaving a void in every heart that knew him. To say he will be missed dearly is an understatement. He was preceded in death by his little brother, Alexander Obiekwe.

Memories of his life will be cherished by: his parents, Dr. Anthony and Mrs. Mennana Anyadike of Ellicott City, MD and Dr. Njideka and Mr. Daniel Obiekwe of Auburn, AL; two brothers, Chukwuemeka Ikejiani of Auburn, AL and Daniel Obiekwe of Atlanta, GA; three sisters, Ashley Anyadike of Auburn, AL, Maya Obiekwe of Arlington, VA and Marina Brito of Ellicott City, MD; grandparents, Nwabueze and Priscilla Okafor both of Atlanta, GA; fiancé, Kelli Pickard and their unborn son, Roman Brian Anyadike of Opelika, AL; the Opelika Fire Department who loved and considered him family; and a host of cousins, aunts, uncles, other relatives and an endless amount of friends.

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My heart is still feeling a sense of loss that no words have been able to fill my friend. Until we meet again.... Sending prayers and condolences to your family, ur fur babies and baby Roman.

We're so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Brian was loved by so many and will be missed. Love you, Stacie Stokes and family

My condolences to the family. I pray God heals your hearts.You will be missed Brian! Whenever my mother was sick, you were one of the paramedics who usually showed up and reassured us that you'd take care of her. Thank you for caring! Rest well.

There are no words to adequately express our thoughts to you, but know that you all are in our thoughts and hearts at this devastating time, George & Debbie Purves.

Nothing in life is ever easy, especially losing a loved one. Brian we will all continue to pray for you to rest well as you're now with God. We know you're watching over us all and that you'll be in our hearts daily. We thank you for the light that you've shinned in our lives and for the memories we've shared and what you were able to leave us here with. Your spirit will live on and well always remember you and the mark you've left in the world. Well continue praying for you and the family and cherish the times! We love you always, rest easy! <3
Love, Chinenye Okafor

So sorry for your loss, it is a loss to all of us. May god give you patience and strength now and the days to come. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. H. Kanine.

Dr. Obiekwe and Ashley and all family and friends of Brian, you all are in our prayers. Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers and we are praying for your strength and comfort- Tolulope, Stephanie, and Michael Morawo

This is a very tough pill to swallow. We lost a good one, a loving soul that could light up a room with his smile and genuine positivity. My prayers and condolences to Dr. O and my sister Ashley! May you and your family have strength through this tough time and know that we all will always love and remember BA. Rest in Heaven My Brother! - With love, Alfonso Noad Jr

We are so sorry for your loss. Brian was much loved and will be missed.May his memory be for a blessing. Love Gwen,Jeff and family

May my condolences bring you comfort and may my prayers lighten your pain for this loss. Fatima El Malki

Iknow that right now it is inevitable to say goodbye to a person who in life loved you a lot but. I am sure that now he rests in peace and that the Lord has him sheltered in his arms. I'm sorry for your loss. Karima Kanine

Our souls are in great sorrow at Brian's premature and unjust loss. We knew, appreciated, and admired him. It will forever remain in our memories. My deepest condolences.Abderrahim Kanine

Brian and his infectious smile will definitely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Brian's family. RIP classmate. -D. Allen-Gamble

Brian always had a smile on his face! I enjoyed my days working with him at the Sportsplex as well as working out with him. You are truly going to be missed ole friend. Coach Wade Thorn Beauregard High School

Auburn "walk-ons" are a special type of person. We all have aspirations of playing, but walking on is more that that, it's a deep-down love for Auburn. I know I speak for Auburn football in general, but especially from all the guys that have walked on over the years-our deepest condolences for a life taken too young. Smokey Puckett DVM class of 76

Ofrezco mis sinceras condolencias a Dr. Anthony y la Sr Mennana Anyadike y a todas su Familia y amigos. Que descanses en Paz eterna. Khadija

We offer our deepest condolences to my Naija family. Dr. O., Danny, Ashley, MiMi & Co., we love you all so much. B was full of life and that's how he'll be remembered. May his spirit live on in his unborn son. Continuous prayers for peace, healing, and understanding. The Chidume Family

We offer our deepest condolences to my Niaja family. Dr. O., Danny, MiMi & Co., we love you all so much. B was full of life and that's how he'll be remembered. May his spirit live on in his unborn son. Continuous prayers for peace, healing, and understanding. The Chidume Family

Sending many prayers and condolences to the entire family and friends that love him so much. Keep the faith

May God give you peace and comfort during this most difficult time. Don Bristow 66-70

Our thoughts are with the family of Brian. He was a real inspiration to everyone around him. Our heart breaks for you during this time and we will continue to pray for you. - Alfred and Nellie Davis

Dear Family, please accept our Condolences for your loss. The Obierika Family

So very sorry for the loss of Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tragic time and the days to come. All my love. Because He Lives, Juli Conn

Continued thoughts and prayers for strength and comfort to the entire Anyadike and Obiekwe family! God Bless! Alexis Jemison

Continued thoughts and prayers for strength and comfort to the entire Anyadike and Obiekwe family! God Bless!

To my brother Dr Tony Anyadike and my niece Ashly. We are all thoroughly devastated, totally overwhelmed by grief and sorrow, traumatized and helpless with unanswered questions. My consolation is the happy life Brian had, his joyful and affectionate spirit, his ebulient and indefatigable personality and his audacious, merry making, happy-go-lucky and admirable character. We will miss him like everyone who knew him. May God Almighty grant our family members the fortitude and Divine grace to bear this devastating blow and irreparable loss. Adieu Chijioke. We will meet again to part no more. My his soul find peace and rest in paradise.
To Dr. Njideka and Mr. Obiekwe and all the Okafor family. No words can describe the pain the sudden passing of our darling Brian has brought upon us and everyone.The sorrow and grief is monumental. What happened and however it happened is frustrating, devastating, overwhelmingly traumatizing and beyond unbelievable. It is a very painful and difficult time. Our consolation is a life of joy and happiness Brian lived, the testimonies of all and sundry, the young family he premonisiously started and the uncountable happy times you all had and shared. Please let all of us unit in prayer and supplication for the repose of his soul. May his soul rest in the bosom of God Almighty, amen.
Patrick Anyadike Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

I will remember seeing Brian with a smile everytime he came to the pharmacy to get Kelli. He was always very kind. I am so sorry for the loss of Brian. I am sad he will not get to see his little boy grow up. Sending thoughts & prayers.

PRAYERS FOR DOCTOR OBIEKWE AND THE FAMILY I AM PRAYING FOR YOU. I LOVE YOU. PREMIER OBGYN STAFF IS HERE FOR YOU AND THE FAMILY.

To Dr. Obiekwe and Ashley, and the rest of the family- My heart is deeply broken for each of you. Praying the Lord sends you all great comfort like only He can. We love you guys! Riley Sheppard & Family

Dear Dr. Obiekwe and Family...our family used to attend St. Michael's and I remember seeing your family there every weekend, and I remember seeing teenage Brian going up to receive the Eucharist. I am so very sorry for your loss. He had a beautiful smile and was so well-loved. Our family is praying for yours.
Leigh Morton

B.A....Anyadike...I love you man! Always smiling, laughing, just a positive soul. To Ashley and the rest of his family! I pray that strength, peace, and happiness finds all of you. As we all know, his personality, laugh, and smile was SO CONTAGIOUS! It still lives on through all of us!
Love- A.j

I want to first send my condolences to Brian's lovely Family and Friend's at this difficult time. My son played football with Brian so I was blessed to watch him play many games. He was always in good spirits, happy, and such a joy to be around! He was also very nice to me every time that we crossed paths. I would see him on numerous occasions at the Tiger Iron Gym where he took his fitness very serious. I am very saddened by the loss of such a fine young man. I know that he will be dearly missed by so many. Coach Ralph Spry

News of Brian's passing caught me off guard. I met Brian at the firing range and he was humble and patient enough to answer all of my questions and share his knowledge with me. What a great personality. My condolences to his friends and family. May he rest in eternal peace. - Ken

-Ben Ward

Brian was a local hero to me. He was my gentle giant friend. He always stopped to talk to me both int he gym and at the firing range. We shared a love for Ford trucks, precision rifle sports, and weight lifting. He naturally attracted people to him with his friendly nature and enormous smile. I knew his family well through the local community and my heart breaks for them. You are always in my thoughts a prayer I will certainly miss my friend Brian.

Thank God for allowing this incredible young man to spend time with such a beautiful family while impacting positively on so many others. God decided to call him home and while we are devastated know that Brian along with God will provide you love and strength during this trying time. I am so utterly sorry for your loss. God Bless...
-Sonja Payne & Family.

Please pass my prayers for the family. Brian will be truly missed,RIP

Praying so hard for Dr O, Ashley and the family! I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending love to each of y'all.

To Ashley, Dr. Obiekwe, and the entire family of our beloved Brian, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Wishing you strength and peace during this hard time. He is truly missed beyond words. Love, Marlye Powell and family

Brian I truly dnt where to start, we have know each other a long time,all the way back to the AU days. You were always the coolest. I remember all the days with the chief's, you would always say "when you see Ray,Keisha not to far away, we definitely had fun,and yall boys ran the tables on everyone. It broke my heart to hear you were gone,I was waiting to hear it was a mistake but that call never came. You will truly be missed bro!! Do me a favor,keep smiling until I see you again. Keisha

I had the great opportunity of working with Brian at the city. Wow, he could light up a whole room with his smile and energy! Praying for his family and his OFD family. He will be dearly missed!

Sending my condolences to the family and friends. May God be with you and strengthen you. With love, Whitneylang Lewis

Dr, Obiekwe, Ashley and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Brian. Please know you are in our thoughts and in our hearts. I hope you feel surrounded by love today, and in the days and weeks to come. Praying for your peace, comfort and strength.
Cate Williams Sagastegui

Prayers for Dr. O, Ashley and the entire family during this time. I love you guys! You will be missed Brian... gone but NEVER forgotten! -Porsche Parker

Sending my love and prayers to the entire family. I prayer Gods comfort and strength during. I love and aim here for you. Love, Cassandra Shutz and children.

Sending my condolences to the entire family, Dr. Obiekwe, a special Prayer is that God gives you the strength you need to make it through. Love you, Pam (Preop)