Retired President Daniel Moi will not be in a position to receive mourners following the death of his eldest son Jonathan Moi, the family has said, adding that the move does not prevent mourners from paying tributes or visiting their home.
Jonathan, 62, died on Saturday with the family spokesman Lee Njiru revealing that he's been ailing from Pancreatic Cancer. He succumbed at Nakuru but the family did not immediately release a statement.
“We, the entire Moi family have been touched by the overwhelming messages of condolences and expressions of empathy from Kenyans and friends across the world. We thank you all for grieving with us following the passing on of our dear Jonathan," the family said in a statement issued by Mr Njiru.
"The family with heavy hearts wishes to inform all our friends that our patriarch Mzee Moi may not be able to personally receive those wishing to offer their condolence."
"This inevitable stand does not in any way lessen our gratitude dear friends. Please understand and bear with with us,” read the statement.
The retired President has been in an out of the hospital. The last time he made a public appearance was in March when he hosted Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at Kabarnet Gardens in Nairobi.
Previously, he has also been pictured with President Uhuru Kenyatta, Raila Odinga, Kalonzo Musyoka and COTU boss Francis Atwoli. He was hospitalized last year in February at Tel Aviv.
Mr Jonathan's youngest brother Gideon Moi, who has expressed interest in the presidential elections, described him as a down-to-earth man who loved everybody.
"Jonathan will be remembered for his daring exploits in the racing tracks, in muddy and dusty tracks, during this time of Easter. He was amiable, social and down - to - earth and industrious human being."