Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accompanied by his wife Pastor Dorcas, joined mourners in Embu County on Thursday to bid farewell to Eric Mutugi Kivuti, the late son of former Senator Lenny Kivuti. The solemn event took place in Kanyuambora, Mbeere North Sub-county, where family, friends, and residents gathered to celebrate Eric’s life and support the grieving family.
Eric passed away in December 2024 at MP Shah Hospital after a brief illness. Former Senator Kivuti, deeply shaken by the loss, announced the news on social media, expressing profound grief. “I am very sad. Very sad! I lost my beloved son, Eric Mutugi, at MP Shah Hospital yesterday after a short illness. We canceled our family Christmas festivities. Please join my family in funeral plans for my beloved son. God bless his soul in heaven,” Kivuti shared on Facebook.
During the funeral service, Deputy President Gachagua conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the Kivuti family and the people of Embu. “My spouse Pastor Dorcas and I join friends, mourners, and the people of Kenya to bid farewell to Eric Mutugi Kivuti, son to former Senator Lenny Kivuti,” he said. “My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the people of Embu. Fare thee well, Eric.”
The gathering highlighted the deep ties between the Kivuti family and the community, with many in attendance offering emotional tributes and support. Eric, remembered for his warm personality and kind-hearted nature, was a cherished member of his family and community.
The funeral service underscored the unity in mourning and the resilience of the Kivuti family during this challenging time. Gachagua’s presence, along with other dignitaries, demonstrated solidarity with the family, emphasizing the importance of community support during moments of profound loss.
As the Kivuti family continues to grieve, the Embu community stands with them, providing comfort and prayers in honor of Eric’s memory.
