Kenyan man dies from coronavirus in Massachusetts, USA

Piece by: Peninah Njoki
Lifestyle

A Kenyan man living in Massachusetts has passed away due to coronavirus while undergoing treatment for an underlying condition.

The man identified as Laban Kimungu hailed from Molo.

In an online obituary put out by his family, they penned

'It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Mr. Laban Kimungu Njoroge of Molo.

He had been undergoing treatment for an underlying condition when he succumbed to the COVID-19 on March 25th 2020.'

He was husband to Elder Esther Waithera Kimungu of Molo. '

Laban had six children and he had nine siblings (one is deceased).

He was an uncle and a grandfather to many.

The obituary further read

'We will continue with E-Virtual memorial services every night from 8pm EST. 

On Tuesday 03/31/2020 we will have a celebration of life, service from 7 pm with cremation to follow on Wednesday 04/01/2020.

Please call (978) 419-9737 to join in.'

Adding

'We are kindly asking for financial assistance from friends and well-wishers.

We still have immediate family members that remain hospitalized and quarantined due to the current Covid-19 pandemic.'

May he rest in peace.