Catholic Diocese of Nsukka Mourns the Passing of Rev. Fr. Ferdinand Abonyi

The Catholic Diocese of Nsukka announces with profound sorrow the death of Rev. Fr. Ferdinand Abonyi, who died peacefully on August 26, 2025, at St. Patrick’s Hospital, Enugu. The principal diocesan secretary, Rev. Fr. Cajetan Iyidiobi, broke the news of Fr. Ferdinand’s demise this morning, August 27, 2025.

He was 22 years a priest, and have dedicated his life to serving God and humanity with unwavering faith, humility, gentle, and calm spirit for the past 22 years. Until his death, Fr. Ferdinand was the parish priest of St Patrick’s, Amogwu Aku, in Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area of Enugu State.

Fr. Ferdinand’s remains were received by the Bishop of the Diocese, Most Rev. Godfrey I. Onah, who led prayers for his peaceful repose before depositing him at Bishop Shanahan’s Mortuary as arrangements for his funeral rites commence.

May his soul, and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Social Communications Commission,
Catholic Diocese of Nsukka.