Remembering Esther Muzirankoni: Mother of Late Singer Chriss Eazy Passes Away

 H1: Remembering Esther Muzirankoni: Mother of Late Singer Chriss Eazy Passes Away

Esther Muzirankoni, the mother of late singer Rukundo Christian, popularly known as Chriss Eazy, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Nyarugenge Hospital. She was laid to rest the same day at the Muslim cemetery in Nyamirambo.

On Sunday, June 15, 2025, Chriss Eazy’s children, family members, friends, fellow artists from various genres, and others gathered at Chris Hotel in Ruyenzi for the memorial ceremony marking the end of mourning for Esther Muzirankoni.

H2: A Life of Love and Dedication

A close family friend who had shared many years with Esther expressed deep sorrow, describing her as a lifelong true friend. He comforted Chriss Eazy’s children, saying, “Be good children, and we will live in peace just as I did with your mother.” He urged them to carry forward their mother’s loving spirit and recounted how, shortly before her passing, Esther called him, expressing a longing to spend time together. He visited her with his grandchild Isimbi, and they shared heartfelt conversations late into the night.

The friend revealed that Esther died while preparing food on a motorcycle she had been riding to deliver meals. Chriss Eazy was the one who received the tragic news of his mother’s passing, and he was deeply shaken, dropping his phone in shock. A soldier nearby offered condolences and encouraged him to stay strong. The friend concluded with a touching farewell: “I have lost a true friend of the soul. May God welcome her among His own. We needed her still, but God loved her more. I will mourn for her, and she will mourn for me.”

H3: Final Moments and Sudden Passing

A family member shared that before passing, Esther entrusted Chriss Eazy with the responsibility of being the head of their family, saying, “He is the one I leave the shepherd’s staff to.” In a brief emotional address, Chriss Eazy reflected on his loss, saying, “I have lost a friend, my friend for life. I have lost everything in life.”

He described the special bond he shared with his mother, praising the Islamic community in Rwanda and fellow artists who supported him during this difficult time. He also thanked relatives on both his mother’s and father’s sides. Chriss Eazy acknowledged the many challenges they had faced together and assured those close to him that the trust placed in him would not be broken, promising, “We have lost a friend, my friend for life. I have lost everything in life. Everyone knows what my mother taught me. I will not let you down. Thank you very much.”

A close family friend, who had shared many years of friendship with Esther, spoke movingly about her character and the deep bond they shared. He comforted Chriss Eazy’s children with words of encouragement, saying, “Be good children, and we will live in peace just as I did with your mother.” His tribute painted a picture of a lifelong friend who was devoted not only to her family but also to those lucky enough to know her personally. He recalled a poignant moment shortly before Esther’s passing, when she reached out to him expressing a desire to spend time together. The friend visited her along with his grandchild, Isimbi, and the three shared heartfelt conversations late into the night, cherishing what would be their last moments together.

Chriss Eazy extended his thanks to relatives on both his mother’s and father’s sides, acknowledging the collective strength and unity that helped his family navigate the grief. He spoke candidly about the many hardships they had endured together and assured everyone present that he would honor his mother’s legacy and uphold the trust she placed in him. “Everyone knows what my mother taught me. I will not let you down. Thank you very much,” he concluded, reaffirming his commitment to lead and protect his family with the same love and dedication she showed throughout her life.

Esther Muzirankoni’s passing is a profound loss not only to her family but also to the wider Rwandan community. Her legacy of love, strength, and resilience continues to inspire those who knew her, and her memory will remain cherished for years to come.