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| Navy Dockyard. |
The news of the passing on
of our brother a Naval Electrical Technician came barely a week after the El Adde attack. Still in distress over
the loss and trying to come to terms with the loss of our soldiers, we received
the news of another fallen Hero. He passed on after an accident in Embakasi.
The memories we shared will forever linger in our minds. He made an impact in
my life & many others, I would like to share one of the special memories we
shared. In no particular convention, I needed to compose & publish this in
his honor.
Corporal Simon Mumo Kyuli
was one of those interesting characters that you get attracted to on the first
meet. The military brought us together at Embakasi
at the Defence Forces Technical College to pursue Electrical and Electronics
Engineering. He was older than I was in the service by one intake. That means I
passed out after him. The Deputy Course Senior/ 2IC of Electrical 01. By then
we had the same rank. Our love for mobile technology brought us together and he
was a great advocate for “Android”
with his then Ideos. He even held
that nickname for a while. ‘Android’.
He later moved to Blackberry. Talking
of nicknames, he had many; Android,
Champ, Commander, Lion, Kalekye, Kamulu, Mushkao, Mush… We used to share a
lot about mobile phones. In fact, he was top on the list of those who took photos
of me. He knew his way around, to a good shot for he was good with cameras too.
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| 20/01/2014 The bridge tour he promised KNS Nyayo |
He was as zealous about
Marine technology as I was passionate about Aviation technology and we used to
share much across the two fields. On one occasion in February of 2013, while
attached at Moi Air Base, Mush learnt why I used to leave the rest of the team:
– to go fly the Tucano Simulator. One
day, we went with him to the Simulator room and he told me to “show him how to
fly this thing” he was so excited after the exercise and he promised that he
would return the favour in kind, and show me the basics of sailing among other
things when we went to the Navy Base. A month short of a year later, he took me
on that inaugural sailing lesson with the orientation of the bridge of the
warship KNS Nyayo at Mkunguni Dock
Yard at the Mtongwe Naval Base in 2014. It was awesome! He took me around the
ship and whenever free, we would always hang out at the warships at the Dock Yard
– the dining rooms especially. The sustenance I got access to while in his
company was stately! This exchange of experiences is the greatest memory I embrace.
Not forgetting fun at the beaches at the coast, indulging in the fun and
adventure that they used to promise us in first year.
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| Having a go at the Tucano Full Motion Simulator.Feb 2013 |
He laughed to the point of
tears and red eyes, he loved bikes and playing around with electronics, he was
passionate about electronics and I used to joke and tell him to study on my
behalf as well. He helped others with classwork and he would never let go of
any problem until it was done. We used to cook at my place in Embakasi once in
a while since they resided at barracks and I had a little place of my own. Memories
come flowing one after another especially when scrolling through the pictures we
took. The news hit like a bad and unexpected storm. May God rest his soul in
eternal peace and may He grant strength as well as healing to his young family,
his friends, and his colleagues.
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| Refreshments. 16/01/2014 KNS Nyayo |
“Mush looks back serenely on his life; his life was definitely full of
meaning, he fulfilled that meaning every single day, he did his best. He did
his best for his family, for his comrades, for his country. He served and
served diligently. Rest in Peace Commander.” CB
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| Preparing field reports over Uji & Mandazi at Mkunguni 24/01/2014 Ruto, Mush, Kibet, Maina |
“A close friend whom I’ve been spending time with since we moved to our
new station… so sad to lose a friend. And the man we used to call each other '
tapeli' has gone.” Shigoli
“May the almighty comfort his family. May his soul rest in peace” Kipsigoo
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| One of the chargers we used to share in second year. |
“I cannot hold back the tears as the person with whom I shared the best
years of my life while in DEFTEC is gone from this world – I can only pray
to God for the good of his soul.” Odhiambo
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| 7/02/2014 On shift at Kilindini |
“I cannot believe so, we shared a lot with Mush. I can’t imagine he has
gone and we cannot see him anymore, he has gone and we cannot see him anymore…
anyway, we cant question God. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Bye Cpl Mush”
Kibet
“RIP Kalekye” Mugwe
“Rest in Peace Mumo” Muteti
“R.I.P. Kaluthes” Alex
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| Supper with Iseka & Mush 20/03/2014 |
“’Msanii Vipi!!!’ Nakumbuka hizo salamu ulizopenda kuniamkua kwazo…
Ulinitia moyo kaka kusonga mbele katika usanii. Kuondoka kwako kumeliacha pengo
ambalo kuliziba ni muhali. Ni pigo kwetu pamwe jamii. Machozi ya majonzi
yamenitoka njia mbilimbili… Bado sijaamini. Waama ningekuwa hakimu, kifo
ningekuhukumu kifungo cha maisha… Haidhuru, kazi ya Mungu haina makosa. Mola
akulaze pema… Makiwa” Waswa
“It is with a lot of pain to accept the demise of such a young man. I
pray that God Grants us all the strength to overcome this painful loss. RIP
Kamulu” Musili
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| Travelling to Mombasa 13/01/2014 |
“RIP great friend” Ruto
“I am so saddened by the horrible news, death has claimed a friend, a
father, a husband. May your soul rest in peace Mumo” Shivinah
“I recall his jovial mood and the belief he could achieve anything… In
class DEFTEC, he couldn’t rest until he knew how to solve a problem especially
in Engineering Maths. May God rest his soul in Peace” Kabura
“Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un "Surely we belong to God and
to Him shall we return'. May God swt bless his soul and may he rest in peace
"ameen". Goodbye mumo.” Mukhebi
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| 15/01/2014 After raising the Flag. Day one at the Naval Dockyard Musau, Ndonye (Admin), Ng'ash, CB, Mush, Pinchez |
“I remember we use to ride on his Suzuki motorbike on a weekend to
Donholm through Greenspan Mall.... and the no of times it could break down
before we arrived there was uncountable..We cud arrive there looking so dirty
than mechanics. A good soul has ascended to heaven, a kind heart has suddenly
stopped beating, an ever jovial face has fade away so quickly, a great friend
is no more with us, a vibrant and promising loyal friend has been taken from
us...God I pray that you give his entire family ,friends and relatives the
fortitude to bear this great loss. I have learnt this heart-breaking news with
a lot of agony...truly life is so so short...RIP Kaluthes” Korir"
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| Ngong Hills Tour 5/03/2012 |
“It's heart disturbing... My prayer is one "May the Almighty God
give his family strength during this hard time n rest my Commander’s soul in
eternal peace” Situma
“Was reading our last chat on Whatsapp. He asked if niko lima, said he
was on lima too and if I am back to Nai he will visit... I rem ile time at
preps we would come chapa jazz tukitikiwa we fallout... Rest In Peace Mush”
Kimachia
“He would always have a joking statement on meeting! OKHULAISAS!!! HE
would say with a wide genuine smile, a man who was full of stories and
encounters, you give one story and you earn yourself 10 thrilling stories. It's
hard to believe that this guy is gone!! Guys it’s our time now, what will
people say about us? Will they say anything or nothing at all? Let’s always
have a kind word and be cordial towards our fellow human being, it doesn't have
to be your bro, sis, or your tribes man, treat one another equally, this life
is short…” Laisa
“Some of us went swimming with our late friend. Others went to the gym
together. Joyfully others went out raving. Kyuli gave a ride on his nduthi to
almost all those who didn't know how to ride; those who knew how to ride had
the privilege to take to the wheels as he relaxed as their passenger just to
feel their skill. The late brother had lots of nicknames. ‘Kaluthes’, ‘kalekye’,
‘masaku’ he was called. I used to call him ‘kamulu’. All these names and many
more are a reflection of how he kept his friendship personal. The late comrade
was outspoken & never held back on anyone. His sudden demise leaves a void
so remarkable in the hearts of many. RIP pal.” Musili
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| 9/09/2013 Hydro Power Tour |
“Tulijamiana mara kadhaa and he was always the one to cool things down
with his jokes and funny approach. He always taught me life is too short to
keep your anger towards someone for too long…
Just remembered when we were leaving DEFTEC he told us he gonna miss us guys and the moments we had at KAFTEC.. Didn’t imagine we gonna miss him for the rest of our lives” Ndonye
Just remembered when we were leaving DEFTEC he told us he gonna miss us guys and the moments we had at KAFTEC.. Didn’t imagine we gonna miss him for the rest of our lives” Ndonye
“I rem soo many moments we shared. Ukishort anamake fun of you hadi
unachekelewa inabidi ucheke pia. In Nyali we had great moments too. RIP BRO.
But sitawai kusahau till we meet” Ng’ash
But sitawai kusahau till we meet” Ng’ash
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| With the course senior Kibet Elec Power 01 That is, the class president & his deputy |
“I remember him for very many great moments we shared together. We would
help each other with oil and petrol (siphoning) when one required them for the
motorbikes. He also encouraged me a lot during the EMFT referral paper. He also
happened to come from where my wife originates from. He would always remind me
to invite him for 'Muratina' whenever I would visit my in laws. Till we meet
again, fare thee well my friend.” Muiruri
“Mumo thyumua nesa tukoonana ivinda ya Ngai.... When we were doing our third year July series
& time ya graduation when we felt like we were isolated aiding our friends
to graduate 'support team' he always motivated us in different styles... Always a happy man who never made any one's
9t sad.... RIP Kaludhes” Kiilu
“The man we faced numerous tests together, my partner in the ruthless KNEC
nightmares, my swimming tutor, Mumo that was too soon Can't forget the you told
me in an exam "Hii ni kizungu andika!" Its a great loss. I'll forever
hold you dear in my heart. Rest in Peace Bro.” Maina
“He used to call me kademdem... Ama kelitu...” Muteti
“Omulonzero, omundu musambati ,Tsimonjero----- The names he always
called me.” Amanya
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| Mush, Iseka & I in the generator rooms at Kiambere |
“God always picks the best. You were the best brother I have ever had.”
Rest In Peace Lion” Ngao
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| His Bike... The Bike of the People. |
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| At Cafe Deli discussing business prospects. He is the one who introduced me into the Blackberry Tablets deals that I ran for like half a year in 2014. |
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| With some members of the Electrical Engineering Class of 14 at Ngong Hills |
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| Winding up a 24 hour shift at Embakasi |
Rest In Peace Commander, & May God Comfort the friends and family you have left behind.
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