- Sad scenes were witnessed in Kitale as family, friends, and motorcyclists gathered to bury Elvis Juma, the famous Gustavo Ridesa few weeks after the accident
- The motorcyclist, who died along with his wife Diana in a crash on the Northern Bypass, was honored with condolences, with his motorcycle helmet placed on top of his coffin during the ceremony
- Members of the motorcycling community turned out in droves, revving their engines as a final salute to their suddenly departed comrade.
Sad events were witnessed during the funeral of Elvis Juma, known online as Gustavo Rides or Luhya Kiddheld on Saturday, April 4, in the city Kitale.
Source: Facebook
The ceremony took place a few weeks after the tragic death of Elvis and his wife, Diana, in a tragic motorcycle accident on the Northern Bypass.
The accident happened after Elvis, who was riding a Ducati Streetfighter motorcycle, was hit on the side by a Toyota Probox car that was trying to make a sudden turn on the road. Both died instantly.
What happened at the funeral of Gustavo Rides?
After several days of funeral preparations and donations, family members, friends, and fellow motorcyclists gathered at his home in the village for a final farewell.
Videos shared online showed moments of deep sadness as Elvis Juma’s casket was placed in the middle of the ceremony, with his motorcycle helmet carefully placed on top of it.
Mourners were seen crying in agony as they came to terms with his sudden death at the age of just 29. He is survived by a small child.
Members of the motorcycling community turned out in large numbers to pay their last respects, many of them arriving in procession.
In a sign of respect, motorcyclists raised the sounds of their engines together as a final salute to their comrade, an event that touched the hearts of many at the funeral.
Details about his wife Diana’s funeral were not clear at the time of publication, while condolences continued to pour in online for the young couple.
People online are mourning Gustavo Rides
Here are some messages of condolence:
@NytoP2PMwangi: “I hope Mr. Silvanus Osoro will fulfill his promise and pay for the education of the children left by Gustavo. He died sadly together with his wife… Rest in peace.”
@kuwamocho_: “One thing I am proud of is how Gustavo showed all the people he met outside of this network how he hates this government and every injustice related to it, for me he was a special person.”
@kijanayamwingii: “Travel safe and brother angels.”
@Kalasinga_: “Rest in peace brother.”
@4Real_KE: “No! This is sad. He is gone too soon but he will never be forgotten.”
@DemetriusRO6: “Eeh boy… son of a passionate life… heaven bless you two. Go safe Gustavo. Forever.”
Source: UGC
What did Diana write before the accident?
Gustavo’s wife, Diana, was also using social media a few hours before the fatal accident.
He shared that he was not feeling wellmentioning the pain in the throat and body while describing the feeling of discomfort when he is sick.
The lawyer, who also had a great love for motorcycles, had once published about motorcyclists and their love for speed, describing them as brave people who love risks.
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