Van Quiz’s widow reveals grief still weighs heavily days after his burial

The widow of late Gusii singer Van Quiz has once again opened up about the deep pain she continues to endure following his untimely death, revealing that the grief of losing her husband is still fresh days after he was laid to rest.

In an emotional message shared on Facebook on Saturday, April 11, 2026, the grieving widow expressed the overwhelming heartbreak of losing a loved one, stating that nothing hurts more than losing someone close.

She painfully questioned his sudden death, indicating that she still struggles to come to terms with the reality that he is no more.

“Nothing pains like losing your beloved one you did wrong to go so early ,” she wrote.

She went on to convey that despite his passing, he continues to live in her heart, underscoring the depth of her love and the emotional void his death has left behind.

“Still in my heart ,” she wrote.

Untimely passing

Van Quiz, whose real name was Kelvin Ngiti, died on March 14, 2026, after a short illness that shocked both his family and fans.

According to his wife, who first confirmed his death, the singer had initially developed what appeared to be a minor illness before his condition rapidly worsened. He was rushed to hospital as the situation became critical, but sadly passed away while receiving treatment.

Earlier reports indicated that he had been admitted to hospital and was in a weak condition, with videos showing him lying on a hospital bed struggling to stay conscious as he battled the illness.

Further details later emerged from his family, with his mother revealing that he had been placed on life support at Tabaka Mission Hospital before his death.

She also disclosed that he had been facing both health and personal struggles in the months leading up to his passing, including financial challenges after his YouTube channels were shut down.

Van Quiz was a rising star in the Gusii urban music scene, known for blending the Ekegusii language with modern Afro-urban sounds. He had built a loyal fan base through songs such as Amasikani, Tata, and Omokung’u Omouko, earning recognition as one of the promising voices from the region.

He was laid to rest on March 27, 2026, at his parents’ home in Matagaro village, Bosoti Sengera, Kisii County, nearly two weeks after his death.

His burial drew hundreds of mourners, including family members, fellow artistes, leaders, and fans who gathered to pay their last respects. The ceremony began with a sombre service at Matagaro Primary School grounds, where emotional tributes were delivered in honour of his life and career.

The event was marked by a mix of grief and dramatic moments, including performances from local artistes. One of the most talked-about moments saw a performer climb onto a tent during a tribute, briefly shifting the mood before it returned to solemn reflection.

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