Moving Video Shows Kelvin Kiptum's Father Comforting Wife as They Grapple with Son's Death

 

Kenyans and the family of Kelvin Kiptum Cheruiyot are still mourning the painful death of the celebrated marathoner. Samson Cheruiyot, Kelvin Kiptum's father comforting his wife.  How and when did Kiptum die? The athlete died on Sunday, February 11, following a fatal road accident alongside his coach, Gervais Hakizimana. Condolences have been pouring in from politicians to celebrities following the heartbreaking news that shattered many. A tearful video has been shared on TikTok, capturing the emotional moment of Kiptum's mother's struggle to control her emotions. "Kiptum's mother can't control her tears," read the text in the video that did round on social media. Kiptum's mum in Maasai leso She was covered in a Maasai leso as she joined her husband and father to their son, Samson Cheruiyot. Some guests had come to comfort the family after their only child and son passed away. A few people escorted Kiptum's mother as they showed her where to sit next to her dear and heartbroken husband. After she sat on her chair, her husband turned to her, comforting her, as seen in the video. Social media reactions Social media users who saw the video flocked to the comment section to share their reactions during painful moments. Prudence : "No mother deserves to go through what she is going through now. Pole sana."  user68136075773148: "Pole mum and the entire family. May God give you strength during this hard time." user2583844414329: "l feel the pain of mama Kiptum. Too painful. Lord, give her strength. You are our refuge." Mercy mercie: "May God comfort them because the pain is too much." Pamela Jerono "Sorry, mum. May God give you peace that surpasses human understanding." suzangitare: "May God see them through . Rest in peace, Kelvin Kiptum." In another story, Kiptum's wife tearfully recalled their last conversation hours before death. Asenath Rotich said her late husband had asked about church plans, as it was his custom to keep up to date with the church's program. He had also informed his wife that by mid-2024, they would have already entered their new home. 

by  John Green