Steroo died on Friday last week as announced by his sister Mwangaza through her social media pages.
“Devastated to announce the death of my beloved brother Erick Kimathi (Steroo) today Morning 10 January 2025 after a long illness. So valiantly you fought. May Almighty God Rest his soul in eternal peace. Burial Saturday 18th January 2025 at Mathagiro Village Timau Buuri,” Governor Mwangaza wrote on Facebook.
President William Ruto has joined the masses in mourning the death of Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza’s brother Eric Kimathi.
In a statement, Ruto described Steroo as an enterprising young man who changed the lives of many people. The head of state prayed for God’s comfort as the family comes to terms with his death.
“We celebrate the life of an enterprising man with great ideas that changed the lives of many people. Eric Kimathi ‘Steroo’ — brother to Governor Kawira Mwangaza — was kind, hardworking and progressive. Our thoughts are with the family at this tough time. Rest in Peace, Steroo,” Ruto said.
His remarks come a few hours after he also condoled with the family of Meru Deputy Governor Isaac M’Ethingia following the death of his mother.
He wrote, “Our condolences to Meru Deputy Governor Isaac M’Ethingia for the loss of his dear mother, Joyce. She was a responsible, God-fearing, and progressive lady who was dedicated to serving the community. May God comfort the family and the people of Meru at this sad time. Rest in Peace.”