Gogo Skhotheni, the renowned reality TV personality and celebrated gobela, has publicly expressed her heartfelt thanks to several organizations and individuals who supported her family during the recent funeral of her young son, Monde Jr Shange. The tribute was shared via Instagram and highlighted the exceptional care and compassion extended to the grieving family.
In her Instagram post, Skhotheni, whose real name is Tumi Motsoeneng, extended her appreciation to @ibfs_gauteng (Induduzo Bespoke Funerals GP), @nzoumemorialtombstones (a memorial tombstone manufacturing company), and @a.i.relations (Art Intensity Relations/Sports).
She praised their professionalism and sensitivity, noting that their efforts made an incredibly difficult time a bit more bearable for her family.
“Dear @ibfs_gauteng & @nzoumemorialtombstones @a.i.relations, I wanted to express my deepest gratitude for the care and compassion you showed during @mondejrshange’s funeral. Your professionalism and sensitivity made a difficult time a little easier for our family. Every detail was handled with respect and grace, and we were deeply touched by your support. Thank you for being there for us and for making this experience as comforting as possible. We truly appreciate everything you did to honor @mondejrshange and support our family. Sincerely, Skhotheni,”
she wrote.
The post follows an official statement from the Motsoeneng and Shange families confirming the passing of Monde Jr on September 2, 2024. Monde Jr, who was just two years old, had been battling severe medical issues since birth.
He was born without the tube required for food to reach his stomach, necessitating numerous surgeries and reliance on a machine for nourishment. Despite extensive medical interventions, his condition proved insurmountable.
The young child had been in intensive care throughout his short life at Busamed Modderfontein Private Hospital, where he eventually passed away. Skhotheni’s post not only acknowledges the support received but also underscores the immense challenges faced by the family throughout Monde Jr’s life.
The response from the community and the professional care provided during this time of mourning highlights the importance of compassion and support in times of grief. Gogo Skhotheni’s public expression of gratitude serves as a poignant reminder of the impact that kindness and professionalism can have on those navigating the depths of loss.