Adekayode "Ky" Fernando Adeyemo

Adekayode "Ky" Fernando Adeyemo, age 70, of Glen Burnie, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, after a brief illness. Ky touched down on this earth August 18,1954, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Dr. Adeleke Adeyemo and Valda Iola Adeyemo (nee Tudor). Ky lived a life that echoed the meaning of his names: Adekayode (the crown brings joy), Fernando (Bold Voyager or Adventurous), and Adeyemo (the crown befits the child). A dynamic individual with a life rich in cultural experiences, music, and personal growth. Ky spent his childhood in Barbados, Nigeria, and the US, where he attended the Key School in Annapolis and the University of Michigan. Ky was a gifted musician and lyricist. He was the keyboardist, bassist, and background vocalist for Starpoint, co-writing their hit “Object of My Desire”. He also co-wrote the chart-topping “Girl You Know It’s True” for Milli Vanilli. Beyond his musical achievements, Ky deeply cherished his role as a father to his twin daughters, Symone and Ciara "CC". He found joy in their childhood through games, teaching, and sharing his music, and later became a close friend and confidant, connecting with them every Sunday to discuss life, music, and sports. Ky will be lovingly remembered for his amazing hugs, kindness, creativity, generosity, joy and his unwavering support for the Washington Commanders (formerly known as the Redskins). He is survived by his twin daughters, Symone and CC (Ayron); his partner, Toni; his sister, Yewande (Tom); his brother, Kunle (Jess); his nieces, Ensley, Ayla, and Quinn; his nephew, AJ; and his late father's wife; Lanre. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Adeleke Adeyemo and Valda Adeyemo. A celebration of life will be held June 7, 2025 from 12pm-4pm at Unity by the Bay at 4 Pointless Forest Trail, Annapolis, MD 21409. We kindly ask that you RSVP by May 24, 2025 to help us make appropriate arrangements. Please RSVP by using this link https://forms.gle/iBF9WtHmD8PA6oBn7 or contact Symone and CC at ky.celebrationoflife@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to support his celebration of life and final arrangements. Please use the GoFundMe linked here: https://gofund.me/8fd00947 or navigate to GoFundMe and search for “Honoring Ky Adeyemo”. To our Dad, we will continue to make you proud. Yes, you know it's true, Ooh Ooh Ooh we love you! - Symone & CC

Adekayode "Ky" Fernando Adeyemo

August 18, 1954 - April 7, 2025