President William Ruto has led Kenyans in mourning the passing away of Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago’s mother, Mama Esther Jerotich Tapsiargai.
In a post on Friday, January 30, President Ruto mourned Mama Esther as a woman of grace, kindness, and enterprise whose life left a lasting impact on her family and society.
He noted that through her guidance and example, Mama Esther raised upright children and left a lasting imprint of discipline, care, and integrity.
“May God grant comfort and abiding strength to the family and friends of Esther Jerotich Tapsiargai as they endure this deep loss.
“Gogo Esther, the beloved mother of Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago, will be remembered as a woman of grace, kind in heart, and enterprising in spirit. Through her guidance and example, she raised upright children and left a lasting imprint of discipline, care, and integrity,” said Ruto.
Further, the Head of State drew encouragement from the Bible, quoting Job 5:11, which speaks of hope and reassurance for those who mourn.
“We draw reassurance from the promise of Scripture in Job 5:11: “The lowly he sets on high, and those who mourn are lifted to safety.” May this word bring peace and steady hope to all who grieve her passing. Rest in eternal peace, Gogo Esther,” President Ruto added.
Mama Esther passed away on Friday at Eldoret Hospital while undergoing treatment.
Following her death, many leaders took to social media to send their condolences to Senator Mandago’s family.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen described the loss of a mother as deeply painful and offered prayers for strength and comfort.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you, my brother, Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago, and your family, following the passing of your beloved mother, Mama Esther Lelei.
“The pain of losing a mother is profound and beyond words. May God grant you comfort, strength, and peace during this time of immense grief,” Murkomen stated.
Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii also sent his condolences to Mandago’s family, saying, “On behalf of the County Government and the great people of Uasin Gishu, I wish to convey my heartfelt condolences to Senator Jackson Mandago and his family on the passing of his beloved mother, Esther Lelei,” Bii said in his condolence message to Mandago.
