Family, Friends Mourn as JOOUST Student Dies after Falling from Storey Building
- Patrick Matachi, a student at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST), tragically lost his life
- The young man had just completed his studies and was awaiting his graduation when he met his tragic death
- The JOOUST community, friends and fellow students on social media, expressed deep sorrow and described Patrick as a devoted comrade and man of faith
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The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) fraternity has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of one of its students.
Source: Facebook
Patrick Matachi, a Bachelor of Science in Education (Mathematics and Physics) student, passed away after a freak accident.
What happened to Patrick Matachi?
The young man, who had just completed his studies and was awaiting graduation scheduled before the end of the year, reportedly fell from a storey building and landed on a protruding nail.
According to reports by JOOUST Media, Patrick suffered severe bleeding from the incident, which tragically led to his untimely death.
“Morning colleagues. We have some sudden news reaching us this morning concerning our comrade. It's sudden and painful that Patrick Matachi, EDS/G/1176/21 of Maths/Physics, has been pronounced dead. He was on site when he fell from a storey building and accidentally came into contact with a nail, causing severe bleeding that tragically led to his demise. Let's stand with the family and friends in prayer during such trying times. Rest easy, Pato,” read a post shared on TikTok.
Source: Facebook
Netizens mourn JOOUST student
Patrick’s friends and schoolmates from the Siaya county-based university mourned him while recalling their last memories of him while in school.
Mwalimu Abel:
“We, as comrades, stand in unwavering solidarity with the family, friends, and loved ones of the late Patrick during this profoundly difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Fare thee well, comrade.”
Emmanuel Mutethia:
“Eishh Patooh! Just before we broke for the long holiday, you stood before us in MUBET and preached to me so powerfully about faithfulness. You reminded us that faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God (Romans 10:17). That Word settled deeply in my heart. Little did I know it would be the last message I’d ever hear from you. You’ve rested now, but your impact remains. Rest in peace, soldier of Christ. You preached, you served, you finished well.”
Coaches Timm:
“Rest in peace, legend. I don't have words, it’s unbelievable that you're no longer with us. We will remember you as a pious and inspiring legend.”
Wesonga Victor:
“May he rest in peace. My deepest condolences to the entire JOOUST fraternity and the family.”
Vall Okoth:
“A good friend and a faithful servant you truly were. Some things happen for which no consolation is enough. The only hope that gives us strength is the promise that Christ will come again, and there will be no more pain. Rest in peace, my brother and friend.”
What happened to University of Kabianga student?
In other tragic news, TUKO.co.ke reported that Shalody Chepkoech passed away while receiving treatment at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital.
The First-Year student at the University of Kabianga had gained public attention after making a tearful video seeking financial support to gain admission to the institution.
Her family confirmed that she fell ill suddenly, experiencing stomach problems before succumbing on April 24.
Proofreading by Jackson Otukho, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
