Puzzling Scene as Family Places Fan Beside Coffin of Deceased Woman
- A video showing an unusual scene featuring a partially opened coffin and a fan placed beside the deceased left many stunned
- Mourners, including family members, were seen seated around the room in visible grief, silently observing the coffin
- Social media users shared a range of opinions, with some sympathising with the family's financial struggles, while others questioned the funeral arrangement
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A grieving family has left many puzzled after a video surfaced online showing a fan placed next to a partially opened coffin.
Source: TikTok
The clip was shared on TikTok by Esther, the deceased woman’s daughter, who expressed her sorrow over losing a loved one.
The half-open brown coffin was positioned at the centre of a room, placed on top of two large stones.
Why did family place fan next to the coffin?
A white portable fan, supported by two other stones, was also placed near the coffin and appeared to be switched on purposefully for the deceased.
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The room was occupied by people, seemingly family members and mourners who watched the coffin in silence and despair.
An explanation as to why the fan was placed next to the coffin was not given by Esther or her family.
Esther’s video sparked a wide range of mixed reactions, with many netizens questioning the purpose of the fan while others offered explanations and sympathised.
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In a subsequent video, the mourners were captured singing and dancing while surrounding the coffin, seemingly a traditional way to bid the deceased farewell.
Women with wraps around their waists participated in the dance to honour Esther's mother.
What did netizens say about Esther’s mum’s coffin setup?
Some netizens shared personal stories of poverty and grief, expressing empathy and calling for more compassion and support for struggling families.
Ashley:
“When you go through this situation, it is not easy the lack of money to give your parents a befitting send-off with dignity. At least they have a coffin. My mother was buried with boards people made, and as young as I was, I still remember how my heart broke. Today, more than ever, I work hard to ensure my family has a dignified home and lives the life we always wanted.”
Evangelist Paul:
“What is the purpose of the fan?”
Sitti Madi:
“For all those wondering why there’s a fan, it is switched on to prevent flies from entering the coffin.”
Jesus:
“Rich or poor, this is our terminus. Let us love and support each other while we are still strong.”
Baby:
“I want my funeral to be as simple as this.”
Fally Matata:
“In this context, it’s likely a case of limited means. Also, the deceased’s family may not have participated in other funerals in the village, so they were probably left out in return.”
La Douce:
“My condolences, Esther. She really left us.”
Why was Kisii man buried inside house?
In other news, TUKO.co.ke reported that a 46-year-old man was buried in a grave dug in his living room, at the exact spot where he was found dead.
Elvis Marube was reportedly killed by unknown individuals, with close relatives linking his family to the murder.
One of the elders, Elkana Alex, explained that burying the man inside his house, at the spot where he was killed, was symbolic and in line with their traditions.
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Source: TUKO.co.ke
