Judy Thongori, a well-known lawyer and strong advocate for human rights, sadly passed away in India after a short illness. Her husband, John Gikandi, spoke at her funeral, sharing both loving and funny memories of their life together.
John began by expressing how much he admired Judy’s determination and strength. He particularly highlighted her journey in learning how to cook, a skill that did not come easily to her.
He remembered how hard she worked to improve her cooking, which showed just how determined she was in everything she did. Instead of choosing a path in corporate law, Judy dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of the less fortunate, a choice John deeply respected.
At the funeral, John made the audience chuckle by recalling how Judy struggled with cooking in the early years of their marriage.
He noted that, at first, she simply could not cook. Since he had studied in India for five years and learned to cook well, he decided to help her out. When Judy saw that he could cook better than she could, she took a cooking class. Soon enough, she became a fantastic cook.
John fondly talked about how Judy turned cooking into a passion. Before long, she gained a reputation for her delicious meals. He emphasized that this determination reflected her character and the way she approached all aspects of her life.
John and Judy met in 1991 while working at Macharia and Company Advocates. He was immediately drawn to her sharp intelligence and strong work ethic.
Their bond grew deeper as they shared dreams and discovered common interests. They got married at All Saints Cathedral in June and celebrated with a reception at Njoro Campus.
As he spoke, John described Judy as not just his wife, but as his partner and best friend. He shared his deep love for her and expressed sadness over her untimely death, which has left a significant gap in his life.
By tuko