KMPDU SG Davji Atellah’s father to be laid to rest on Friday

The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Secretary General Dr. Davji Atellah has announced that his late father, Musa Atellah Abonyo, will be laid to rest this Friday, November 7, 2025, at their family home in Kendu Bay, Homa Bay County.

In a heartfelt message shared on Tuesday, Dr. Atellah paid an emotional tribute to his father, describing him as not just a parent, but “a best friend, confidant, and unwavering guide through life.”

“As we mourn his passing, I find myself grieving not just a father, but the shattering of my world. He wasn’t only my dad; he was my best friend and confidant, the first person I called in moments of trouble or joy, my unwavering guide through life,” he wrote.

Dr. Atellah reflected on his father’s strength and vibrant spirit, recalling his wisdom and warmth even through years of illness.

“For six long years, he battled chronic illness with extraordinary strength. Though the pain has now ended, the memory of his courage, his warmth, and his unconditional love will forever remain in our hearts,” he noted.

The KMPDU boss expressed gratitude for having witnessed his father’s full journey through life, noting that his resilience and boundless love left a lasting mark on all who knew him.

Healthcare workers and doctors from across the country are expected to attend the burial in large numbers, alongside local leaders and members of the community, in honour of the late patriarch’s legacy.

Musa Atellah Abonyo passed away on the evening of Sunday, October 26, at Gendia Kendu Adventist Hospital, after a prolonged illness.