Prof. Wanjala, a man who died painfully yet gracefully

University of Nairobi professors push the casket containing remains of Prof Chris Wanjala during his funeral service at Parklands Baptist Church, Nairobi, yesterday. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard]

A sea of black and dark blue suits coupled with the chilly weather summed up the mood at the Parklands Baptist Church yesterday

Family, friends and academicians of celebrated literature don Chris Lukorito Wanjala were gathered at the church to pay tribute ahead of his funeral.