Tito Mboweni’s son has poked fun at his cooking skills, and his love of pilchards, during his funeral service on Saturday, 19 October.
The former Minister of Finance – who was laid to rest in his hometown of Tzaneen – was known for his bizarre culinary concoctions, particularly including tinned fish.
TITO MBOWENI TEASED OVER OVER LOVE OF PILCHARDS
In a touching tribute, Sello Mboweni reflected on his best memories of his father Tito. The music artist and model was accompanied by his two other siblings, brothers Tumelo and Pule.
In his speech, Sello laughed at his father’s reputation as the “Twitter Chef.”
He said: “He had an incredible way of seeing potential in others, even when they did not see it in themselves. He even believed in himself to be a five-star chef, as we all know him to be.”
Sello also made light of Tito’s love of Lucky Star pilchards, which was his favourite dish to prepare.
He said: “I find myself thinking of the night sky, something dad always loved, a sky full of stars. Now, when I look up, I know there is one shining a little brighter and closer to me, my own Lucky Star.
“You all know how much dad loved his pilchards, the ones in that unmistakable red tin, whether it was for a quick snack or full course dish. There was no questioning his devotion. I’d like to think that my lucky star isn’t just any star. It’s up there shining red and bright, like a tin of pilchards, against the night sky.
‘HE WAS KIND TO EVERYONE’
Speaking highly of his father, Sello added: “What I admired most about him was his heart. He was kind to everyone, no matter who they were. He made people feel valued, listened to, and cared for.
Tito Mboweni’s son continued, “He taught me that at the end of the day, it’s not about what you have achieved or what you have, but how you make people feel. He made us all feel important.”
Watch Sello’s full speech below…
WAS THE TRIBUTE A TRUE REFLECTION OF TITO MBOWENI?
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