- Monica Jerono Rotich, a beloved US-based Kenyan woman known for her warmth and kindness, tragically passed away in Louisville, Kentucky
- Her untimely death has left the community in mourning, with tributes pouring in from friends and loved ones
- Efforts are underway to fulfil her final wish of being laid to rest in her ancestral home in Kenya, as the diaspora rallies in support of her family
Monica Jerono Rotich, a US-based Kenyan woman fondly known as Tula, passed away on November 4, in Louisville, Kentucky.
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News of her death sent shockwaves across the community, where she was known as a woman whose compassion, warmth, and unwavering faith touched countless lives.
Monica Jerono left behind one child
According to a TikTok video by Gotabgaa International, Monica was a cherished daughter, sister, and friend, a gentle soul whose kindness made her a pillar of positivity within the diaspora.
Friends remember her as the type of person who showed up for others quietly and consistently, inspiring those around her through her generosity and her steady, uplifting spirit.
While details surrounding her death were not made public, many felt sympathy for the young boy she left behind named Liam.
Photos from her social media pages show a vibrant woman who was living her life until death took her away.
Where will Monica Jerono be buried?
As her loved ones come to terms with the heartbreaking loss, efforts are underway to fulfil her final wish of being laid to rest in her ancestral home in Kapsowar, Elgeyo Marakwet County.
The Kenyan community in the US has launched an appeal for both financial and emotional support to help repatriate her remains to Kenya, a journey they say she deeply desired to make.
Gotabgaa International, together with members of the diaspora, has extended heartfelt condolences to Monica’s family as they navigate this difficult moment.
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
Kenyans mourn Monica Jerono
Kenyans on social media took to the comments section to express their condolences to the deceased woman’s family.
Wilson Kimaiyo:
“Mutyo Tula. What happened to her? RIP, may the almighty God give the family strength to withstand this tragedy.”
Daniel Ondieki
“Pole to the family. She appears familiar though. Anyone who knows which part of Kapsowar the deceased came from?”
Emmy Jerotich
“Condolences to the family and friends. May the Lord provide the required funds.”
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Kenyan man dies in US after experiencing headache
In another incident, George Yonge, a Nairobi-born father and husband, died in the US after complaining of a persistent headache for three days.
George, who had lived in America for more than 15 years, slipped into a coma after returning home from work, and never woke up.
His death left his wife, Sharon Miranda, and their young daughter, who turns one in December, grappling with a loss they never imagined would come so soon.
In an emotional tribute online, Sharon described George as a devoted father whose bond with their little girl, Maggie, made her fall in love with him “over and over again.”
Source: TUKO.co.ke
