Philani Mzila
Shona Ferguson’s wife Connie and his brother gave heart-rending speeches as he was laid to rest at Fourways Cemetery on Wednesday.
In a recorded message about the much-loved actor and producer, Connie expressed how heartbroken she was. She had hoped they would grow old together.
“I remember when we’d see elders at Cresta Mall walking while holding hands. We’d look at them and go, ‘look at us for a couple of years’, and we’d hold hands if we weren’t holding hands already.”
Speaking on behalf of the family, his brother Dominique Ferguson told said that Shona’s love for his family was irreplaceable.
“It hurts so bad that you are gone. It hurts so much, so much in the middle of the night, wondering if this is a dream, if you are really gone. That I will never hear you call me Domgidigidi again. I know you are smiling at your wife and kids. I’m proud of what you have achieved in your short life, of the man you became. The love and commitment to your family is all inspiring. You’re a giant,” he said.
Dominique concluded by saying that Shona left a legacy of love.
“He was what others were inspired to become. He left a lasting impression on all of us. A legacy of love and commitment that inspired many.”
Zandile Msutwana, who plays the role of Vuyiswa Maake in The Queen, said that the industry had lost a legend.
“It’s so hard to express our feelings because we are hurting. It’s sore and it’s unbelievable that you are no more. It’s hard,” she said.
Ferguson was laid to rest in a private ceremony attended by family and friends.
The iconic and much-loved actor and producer passed away on Friday from complications arising from Covid-19.
