Tributes from Family and Leaders at Nathi Mthethwa's Funeral
Tributes poured in at the funeral of Nathi Mthethwa, with heartfelt words from his son, Mkhululi, who honoured his father's integrity, and President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Mkhululi Mthethwa, speaking on behalf of the family, led a heartfelt tribute, describing his father as a man of virtue, integrity, courage, and honesty.
He said his father had been a guiding force in their lives, a source of wisdom, protection, and strength.
Mkhululi reflected on the difficulty of saying goodbye to his father, describing him as much more than just a parent, and added that while their father had prepared them for many of life’s challenges, facing his loss was a lesson they were never ready to learn.
The late ambassador has been honoured as a pillar of wisdom, an attentive parent, and someone more than just a father.
Author's summary: Nathi Mthethwa remembered as a man of integrity.