26-12 2020 16:33
wrote:
Dear Aunt Nolita, it’s been challenging trying to find the words to say to you, Kwanda and Zukisa. Uncle Stoto was truly a gentle giant and an individual with immense depth and feeling. When I think about him and the memories I have of him during my stay with you a few years back, I just remember how present Uncle Stoto was - I could always feel him and his spirit. In a weekend, He struck me as a present father and husband, someone who was there for his family through and through. They say that a legacy is built through the impact you have on the lives of those around you. Uncle Stoto impacted my life and many others in the most positive way. That weekend he gave me my first perfume before I went to the Durban July and said “A man must always have a perfume and smell good.” Throughout my stay he ensured I was fed and had cash, even when my own father had given me an allowance. Finally, when he dropped me at the airport on my final day he said something I’ll always remember “Never change, you are a great guy.” Those words reaffirmed me and touched me. In that weekend, I gained respect for him, I learned humility from him and I left knowing that there was a man in Durban named Vusi Stoto Mkhize, who I could also call my dad. Although my heart is sad that he is gone, I’m beyond grateful to God that Kwanda was able to spend his most important years as a young person under the guidance and leadership of Uncle Stoto. I’m confident that Kwanda, Zuks and the many other individuals who were lucky to have interacted with Uncle Stoto, will continue to embody the values that he lived by. I pray that you continue to trust Gods plan and know that he loves you deeply, we all do. Please know we’re here for you always. You and the family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Please pass my condolences and warmest regards to Zuks and Kwanda. I really am so sorry for your loss. Much Love, Monedi
26-12 2020 16:33
wrote:
Dear Aunt Nolita, it’s been challenging trying to find the words to say to you, Kwanda and Zukisa. Uncle Stoto was truly a gentle giant and an individual with immense depth and feeling. When I think about him and the memories I have of him during my stay with you a few years back, I just remember how present Uncle Stoto was - I could always feel him and his spirit. In a weekend, He struck me as a present father and husband, someone who was there for his family through and through. They say that a legacy is built through the impact you have on the lives of those around you. Uncle Stoto impacted my life and many others in the most positive way. That weekend he gave me my first perfume before I went to the Durban July and said “A man must always have a perfume and smell good.” Throughout my stay he ensured I was fed and had cash, even when my own father had given me an allowance. Finally, when he dropped me at the airport on my final day he said something I’ll always remember “Never change, you are a great guy.” Those words reaffirmed me and touched me. In that weekend, I gained respect for him, I learned humility from him and I left knowing that there was a man in Durban named Vusi Stoto Mkhize, who I could also call my dad. Although my heart is sad that he is gone, I’m beyond grateful to God that Kwanda was able to spend his most important years as a young person under the guidance and leadership of Uncle Stoto. I’m confident that Kwanda, Zuks and the many other individuals who were lucky to have interacted with Uncle Stoto, will continue to embody the values that he lived by. I pray that you continue to trust Gods plan and know that he loves you deeply, we all do. Please know we’re here for you always. You and the family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Please pass my condolences and warmest regards to Zuks and Kwanda. I really am so sorry for your loss. Much Love, Monedi