- The body of the former Director at Nairobi Hospital arrived at his home in Musanda, Mumias, Kakamega County, ahead of his burial
- Wails and screams filled the air as loved ones gathered at the 83-year-old’s home in preparation for his final send-off
- The doctor’s wife was seen grieving emotionally as she was supported by two women on either side while being guided into the house
Dr Job Obwaka, the veteran gynaecologist, is set to be buried today, Friday, May 15, at his home in Musanda, Mumias, Kakamega County.
The late doctor’s body arrived at his home in the morning, where family, friends, and other mourners gathered to lay him to rest.
The former Nairobi Hospital director’s body was transported from Nairobi in a hearse, arriving in a dignified procession.
It was an emotional moment as tears flowed freely down the cheeks of mourners struggling to come to terms with the loss.
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Obwaka’s granddaughter emotionally mourns him
The doctor’s grandchildren could not hold back their grief as they broke down in tears and refused to be comforted.
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“Grandpa, oh Grandpa,” one of Obwaka’s grandchildren was heard crying as she walked toward the family home in the village.
Other family members continued to alight from the vehicle as mourners gathered to comfort them and accompany them into the house.
Obwaka’s wife, Everose Chemtai, was seen being supported by two women on either side as they tried to calm her, though she remained overwhelmed by grief.
Kenyans mourn Dr Job Obwaka
The heartbreaking scenes moved social media users, who flocked to the comment section to mourn with the family and share condolence messages.
LydiaKE-64:
“A man who improved our lives, who brought life into this world and helped women smile, has passed on. God, we ask you to bless us with another great gynaecologist from this family. We have no much to say but to say R.I.P Baba.”
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janetkemunto2065:
“To my knowledge, Obwaka, when in Kisii, he had Everose Chemtai. Guys, this Chemtai was very beautiful and glamorous. She was among the first to open a salon that did perms.”
georginanyamai6379:
“Rest in peace, Doc. Machakos old staff, now retired, know you as a great doctor. May God keep your family in peace.”
precious carol:
“Please God, may their tears reach your heart and justice be done. Comfort them, Lord.”
virginiahadongoonyango337:
“May his soul rest in peace. Such a humble, social, intelligent gentleman.”
angalwacarolyne4070:
“Indeed, this was a true man of the people. You will be greatly missed. Rest in peace.”
EuniceAsila:
“My mum’s workmate and friend, Dr Job Obwaka, this loss has not gone well with our family, but we have surrendered it to God. To his loving wife, children, grandchildren, siblings, nieces and nephews, pole sana.”
In another story, during his requiem mass at CITAM Valley Road, Obwaka’s grandson moved many people with his emotional tribute, recalling how his grandfather cared for him and acted as a father figure.
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A loving daughter, Gloria, also amused mourners when she revealed that Obwaka used to plait their hair, and they would walk around the compound standing at attention.
Kenyans continued to share emotional messages as they condoled with the 83-year-old’s family following the great loss that has deeply affected the medical fraternity.
Source: NgGossips
