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| Alphonse Makokha mourns his wife |
The burial of Purity Wambui, the wife of Alphonse Makokha, who died on June 2, is underway at the Lang’ata Cemetary in Nairobi county. Makokha’s Children Pen Tearjerking Tributes to Mum: “We’re Sad You Left Us” How many children does Makokha have? Makokha and Wambui were happily married for 30 years and were blessed with four children. The adorable children penned glowing messages to their mother and one by one, they shared the sweet memories they have of her. Maline Msagani wrote: “Mum ,I miss you so much. Thank you for always being there for us and teaching us to be strong. I love you,” she said.” Sharlet Msagani painfully mourned her mother, revealing she had been through a lot of pain while battling cancer.”Rest in peace mummy, yes we are sad because you let us but we are also happy that you have rested and your are not in pain, love you,” she wrote. Shanice mourned: “Mum, you were my rock. You showed me what it means to be brave, no-nonsense, a be a go-getter. I promise to take care of dad and Puuh just like you did. Love you always, Wambire!” Malia said: “I miss playing with you mummy. Thank you for the best hugs and stories. I love you s much and will aways remember you.” Diana Omwenga mourned: “You blessed the world with love and dispalyed immense strength,. Shine on mamamke.” Kajo said: “Wambo, ulikuwa na nguvu na roho ya kupigani. I’ll miss you so much and how you always spoke your mind.” Why were Makokha and Abdi Munai dancing? A few days ago, Radio Citizen presenter and Inspekta Mwala actor Abdi Munai arrived at Makokha’s Nairobi apartment with an isukuti band, singing melodiously as people followed them and recorded them. Upon arriving at Makokha’s gate, they were ushered in by the grieving widower, who immediately joined them in song and dance. Makokha and Abdi unleashed their unique dance moves as they danced to Luhya tunes to the amusement of his neighbours. The veteran Vioja Mahakamani actor was seen smiling and even laughed as he danced around the compound with Abdi, the isukuti band and a group of family members and neighbours. Kenyans praised Abdi for putting a smile on his friend’s face, describing him as a great friend. Details about the death of Makokha’s wife Many Kenyans consoled Makokha and wished him the best in this challenging moment. Makokha sobbed uncontrollably as he advised men never to hit women A photo of Makokha shopping for his wife’s coffin saddened Kenyans Makokha’s daughter painfully read mum’s euology.
by Caren Nyota