Ruth Odinga Leads Her Sister’s Last Journey: “My Heart Is Broken Again”

  • Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s sister, Beryl Odinga, has passed away, and her funeral will take place on Saturday, December 6
  • The Odinga family has announced that Beryl will be buried at their father’s farm in Kang’o Ka Jaramogi
  • Ruth Odinga shared an emotional message a day before her sister’s funeral, revealing her heartache

Ruth sadly explained how difficult it was for her to inform Beryl of their brother’s death Raila Odinga. He also noted that he knew his sister would not recover after the death of their brother.

Beryl Odinga’s funeral

In an emotional message posted online, Ruth revealed that she will take her sister home for the funeral. He admitted that his heart was broken again to separate one of his sisters from the family.

Beryl will be buried at their father’s farm in Kang’o Ka Jaramogi, BondoSaturday, December 6.

Ruth noted that her elder sister will be buried next to their brother Raila, along with their mother and father.

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“Today we are bringing you home, Nyakawuor. My heart is breaking again, but we are doing this with the love that has been uniting our family. We will lay you down tomorrow, next to your best friend Raila, next to our mother, and next to our father, Jaramogi. Rest in peace, Nyamin,” he said.

Social networks take the place of comforting Ruth Odinga

Here are some of the words they contributed:

  • Jackie Juma: “I know what it feels like when a family gets a double shock. Often people don’t eat. You talk with tears. You even ask God. God give you a unique peace that exceeds human understanding.”
  • Doreen D Inda: “RIP Nyakawuor. May God’s grace be upon the whole family to bear this grief. It’s okay, our souls are safe.”
  • Mwakulila James Mzee Mzima: “May God be with you during this difficult time of losing two people in the family in a short time. May his soul rest in peace.”
  • Elizabeth Adhiambo: “It’s a big gap for the Jaramogi family. Just take heart my dear.”
  • Julie Angie: “I’m so sorry, sir, you’ve been through a lot; may his soul rest in peace.”

Beryl’s record on Raila’s death

The family of the late politician’s sister was worried about informing Beryl about their brother’s death. When they finally did, Chizi, Beryl’s daughter, said her mother’s last words broke her heart. Explaining through tears, Chizi repeated her mother’s last words, saying there was nothing left for her in the world. He also recalled his relationship with Raila.

Source: TUKO.co.ke