A Farewell to a Gospel Icon: Solly Moholo
1 min readThe music world mourned the loss of gospel legend Solomon “Solly Moholo” Molokoane as his memorial service was held at the State Theatre in Pretoria. The beloved musician, who passed away at the age of 65, left an indelible mark on the hearts of his fans.
Solly Moholo’s sons, Lesego and Thabang, read a heartfelt letter written by his wife, Lebo Molokoane, expressing her deep sorrow and love for him. She described him as a remarkable man, dependable, loving, and caring, who was the center of her world.
The hitmaker’s daughter, Katlego Molokoane, shared memories of growing up in a home filled with love and respect. She also revealed her father’s compassionate nature, as he would pray for the nurses and other patients during his final days in the hospital.
Solly Moholo’s funeral service will take place at Akasia Hall, and he will be laid to rest at Zandfontein Cemetery in Tshwane on Saturday. As the music world bids farewell to this iconic figure, his legacy will continue to inspire and uplift those who loved his music.