This archive report was first published on 20 April 2020.
On the first anniversary of his death, Jonathan Moi's family has come together to pay tribute to the late Jonathan Moi. Born on July 23, 1954, he was known for charting his own path as the family rebel.
Jonathan's exploits in the Safari Rally are still remembered by his friends and family. He later ventured into farming and business, but never sought to ride into fame using his family name.
His second wife, Beatrice Mbuli, wrote a heartfelt tribute to Jonathan, saying, "We remember that those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear to us always JT!"
Despite a property row between his widows, Beatrice, Faith, and Sylvia, it appears that all is now well. Jonathan was buried at his farm in Kabimoi, Eldama Ravine, on April 20 last year.
His first wife, Sylvia, wrote in a tribute published in the dailies, "It’s been long year since you suddenly left us to go to be with the lord. Life has never been the same without you. J.T you are missed."
However, the family is yet to enter a consent as to how to administer or share Jonathan's wealth, due to court hitches caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Jonathan's father, Daniel arap Moi, also paid tribute to his son, saying, "Fathers should be buried by their children, and not the other way around. A son should never be buried by his father. But Jonathan’s departure is God’s will."
