Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris threw a lavish party to mark her late dad’s birthday party.
The outspoken politician lost her dad in January this year at Nairobi Hospital where he died while undergoing treatment after a long battle with cancer.
80th birthday
Now, months after her dad’s death, Passaris has organized a birthday party in honour of her departed dad.
In the ceremony that was held in Mombasa, the family held prayers and cut a cake in memory of the late.
“In Mombasa to posthumously celebrate my father’s 80th birthday the Greek Orthodox way with Archbishop Makarios who continues to walk this path with us
“October 21st would mark 9 months since his passing but we chose to hold prayers on his birthday and celebrate with a cake.” Passaris wrote
Esther Passaris announces father’s death
Passaris announced her father’s death in an update on his social media pages.
The politician remembered her dad for his achievements throughout the years, notably being part of the team that built Kenya’s first ship.
“A part of me has died today. The heavens opened and ended my father’s suffering. A naval architect by profession, my dad achieved a lot in his 79 years
“From building the first ship in Kenya, the MV Mwewe, to coaching & mentoring the young men of Ngome Football Club in Mombasa,” she wrote.
Passaris also disclosed that her departed dad worked for Southern Engineering Company Limited, COMARCO, before incorporating HELMACO, which he led until retirement.
Esther Passaris dedicates election win to late dad
Following conclusion of the August 9 General Elections, Passaris was overwhelmed with emotions while picking his election certificate.
Moments after being declared winner of the hotly contested seat, Passaris was given a chance to give her appreciation speech.
It was then when she broke down after dedicating the win to her to her late father who passed away earlier this year.
Passaris promised to serve the people of Nairobi with integrity and passion as taught by her deceased father.
“I want to dedicate this win to my father who passed away in January and he is not here to see me win this. And because he loved this country so much, I want to say ‘daddy as I dedicate this win to you, I will do everything you taught me; to serve with integrity. I will do that in your honour for the people of Nairobi,” she said.
