My AmuMama   passed away on 12 July 2017 in Nairobi, Kenya.   AmuMama was   born in Kenya , lived his whole life in Kenya.   AmuMama had been a pillar to me – when I was 16 years old and completed my Senior Cambridge in Mombasa – he helped me with moral and financial support so I could start on my journey to become a professional engineer . I graduated from the Royal College , Nairobi ( second batch of the newly opened college   -with Mahatma Gandhi statue- funds contributed by the Indian Community of East Africa) in 1962 as a Civil Engineer with professional qualification from the Institution of Civil Engineers of London   . With the dire financial situation my parents (specially in 1956 ) – I was given support by my AmuMama (plus  all other of his brothers) . I stayed with the joint household  of  my AmuMama & GunvantMama on Duke Street in Nairobi – and then walking from there to the Royal College precinct.   I was also provided an allowance of   30 shillings per month by my AmuMama – with so much love and care.     During third year,   I moved to the Hostel attached to the Royal College. After my graduation   and my work career , my AmuMama remained my best friend and support in  case of any need – like transportation etc. Well he was such helpful person for anyone who needed his help  – with cheerful smile and witty conversation on his lips.

We – I   will miss you a lot but then you are always in my heart.

Here is a small POEM I offer to my AmuMama:

12 July 2017

Oh! my AmuMama ( My uncle )

A spark quality

ignites others for great things

like an extinguished spark he passes away

But leaves all the crackles of happiness

AmuMama remained a strength

to many a family members and friends

like a pole supporting vines

He gave all he can with humility

For me AmuMama was a saviour

like a proverbial angle in the heaven

His holding hand of a 16 year old

was a brightness in the Youngman’s life

AmuMama is epitome of service

Humility, politeness, respect

His smiles and jokes were radiant

spreading joy and cheers to all

My AmuMama, My hero

You held hand when most needed

You were a doting grandfather

We will miss you to eternity

We pray that your soul is blessed

We pray that you have a seat in heaven

We pray that you join eternity with happiness

We pray for your scent of humility and service

Your loving nephew – who misses you so much.

AmuMama passed away in Nairobi , Kenya on Monday 10 July 2017

age – 85 years.