John DeMathew's 2nd Wife Carolyne, Kids Lay Roses on His Grave During 6th Death Anniversary
- John DeMathew’s second wife, Carolyne, honoured his memory with a touching message before visiting his grave with her children
- His first wife, Sarafina, paid tribute in her own special way, rallying the Mugithi music community to celebrate the late legend
- Fans also joined in remembering the singer, sharing heartfelt tributes and vowing never to forget his legacy
It has been six years since the celebrated Mugithi icon John DeMathew passed away in a tragic road accident along the Nairobi-Thika Highway.
Source: Facebook
The singer, remembered for his timeless Kikuyu ballads, died in 2019 when his Nissan Navara rammed into a lorry near the Blue Post area.
How DeMathew’s wife honoured him
On the day, his second wife, Carolyne DeMathew, led her children in honouring the legend with flowers and prayers at his final resting place.
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Carolyne had earlier penned a touching message on her social media page, writing:
“August 18, 2019, exactly 6 years today. Continue resting in peace. My heart is broken.”
She later shared a moving video that captured the family at DeMathew’s well-maintained grave.
Together with her children, Tyrese and Wayne, she placed roses and bouquets as a symbol of love and remembrance.
Fighting back tears, she thanked God for sustaining her family, expressed gratitude to her children for their obedience, and appreciated her fans for standing by her through the years.
“Today is August 18, the anniversary of our legend. As usual, we have brought him roses. It has not been easy, but God has remained faithful,” she said, visibly emotional.
Carolyne also used the moment to acknowledge brands and partners who have supported her journey as a single parent since the singer’s death.
Sarafina’s tribute to DeMathew
DeMathew’s first wife, Sarafina, chose a less public but equally symbolic way to remember the singer.
She posted a banner announcing a Mugithi event where fellow musicians would gather to perform in his honour, keeping his musical spirit alive through song.
How did fans pay their respects to DeMathew?
The anniversary stirred emotions online, with fans of the late singer also sharing their tributes, with some sharing in the pain.
Here are some of their comments:
Eric Kamau:
"Legends never die."
Paul Wachiuri:
"Continue resting Baba shiku,never forget you in our memory."
Grace Mbugua:
"Baba Shiku tulikuwa tunakupenda sana ,,pamoja mom shiko."
Susan Ndugu:
"We watched the whole burial with my hubby, I cried along with you guys, I asked him, my dear how will they cope? little did I knew my hubby will also be involved in a road accident 4 months later on 18th Dec 2019😭😭 painful painful... We never heal we learn to cope with the absence of our loved ones."
Pesh Njosh:
"Wow.... legend is watching in heaven and he is really proud of Carol..... Wayne looks 😢...may God give you strength to continue raising those kids."
Eva Hapi Suzie:
"May he continue resting in peace, keep, keeping the focus dear.You are a great mom to kids. He is happy for you in heaven."
Stephen Mathenge:
"Forever the Goat! Continue resting in eternity champ."
Ruth Kaniaru:
"I wish he was still alive to see how beautiful you have grown ,mama all is well.may God always strengthen you."
Source: Facebook
What did Carolyne tell critics of her marriage?
Previously, Carolyne strongly shut down critics who kept poking into her late husband’s polygamous marriage.
Since the singer's untimely death in, the public has never stopped scrutinising her relationship with Sarafina.
Carolyne pleaded with people to allow her husband to rest in peace.
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