Kenyan tiktoker Brian Chira,was laid to rest on Tuesday, March 26.
The deceased was laid to rest at his family home in Gathanje, Ingitei village, Githunguri in Kiambu County.
Brian Chira was involved in a road accident that led to his demise.
Thousands of people from all parts turned up for his funeral including fellow tiktokers,celebrities and online media.
A sombre mood filled the crowd as they shed tears of sorrow when the casket was being lowered to the ground.
Fresh roses were placed in his graveyard before the mourners left for their separate locations.
The grandmother to Chira eulogised him as a supportive child who ensured his family was okay.
“Brian has left a big void in our lives,He always asked me to love him the way he was and i loved him.My grandson i loved you since you came into our lives.I will miss you.Say hi to your mom Sophia and Alice,”she said
The Grandma said Chira’s unexpected death left big gaps in their lives.
“Brian Chira was my first grandson, born by my first daughter. He has been my best friend since childhood, he was supportive and has been providing for us and has been obedient as always. He could wash his clothes, clean the house, and take care of his cousins. His only wish was to see us settle in our own modern house and have our own compound, he always wished the best for me, he made several sacrifices for me,” she added.
Otile Brown performed at the funeral to honour the departed soul with his song “One Call”
Addressing the mourners, Otile said “I just want to say thank you for allowing me to be together with you here. I did not know Chira but through my song ‘One Call’ I’ve seen his love.”
