Joseph Rutto: Ambitious man cut short

Kelvin Mercy Faith Joseph Rutto
Joseph Rutto. [Photo: Courtesy]

From your wife: I had the chance and rare privilege of being the wife and partner of a kind and loving man. I already feel life differently minus you. I cherish you for being the unconditionally loving father to our children. My promise to you is that Kelvin, Mercy and Faith will finalize their studies to realize their dreams as per your wish. Our 30 years’ companionship has been a blessing from God though I wish it would be extended to a century but God knows why. My love, you loved life. You wanted to live and venture but unfortunately the illness could not allow you.

My beloved husband, shine on your way. I miss you dearly.

From Kenneth: You always emphasized the importance of hard work. We will miss your smile and jokes. Dad, it is extremely hard to accept the fact that you are gone forever but I believe God has the final say in everything. May you shine on your way dad, till we meet again.

From Milly: Dad, I lack words to describe you. You were caring, loving and hardworking. You made sure we had everything. No one was ever sent home for school fees. We are proud you have many degrees in the family. You loved education and ensured everyone in the extended family received an education. We will miss the jokes, the laughter, and you calling me Sogomo. Dad, rest in peace till we meet for that chat again.

From Jemutai: I was the most blessed person to have you as a guardian, dad. Your demise has left a void in us that can never be filled. Daddy, we will surely miss you and the moments we had together.

From Kipkorir: None compares to you, dad. You brought us up as disciplined children. We still appreciate the struggles you went through to keep us in school. The jokes we cracked with you will forever be in our minds. We will forever recall your words, “Work hard my children so that I will enjoy the fruits of your success”.

From Faith Jebet: Being the last born in the family, I had the rare opportunity to have spent most of the time with you especially during the holidays. I will always cherish your advice. I promise you I will work hard in my studies to achieve my dream of being a doctor. RIP, dad, till we meet again.