Kapanlagi.com - The passing of senior actor Ray Sahetapy has left a deep sorrow for his family and relatives. His burial ceremony will be held on Friday (4/4/2025) after Friday prayers at Istiqlal Mosque.
His youngest son, Raya Sahetapy, revealed that the burial is still waiting for the arrival of his brother from America. When met at the Sentosa Block C funeral home on Wednesday (2/4/2025), Raya explained that the burial process will take place in Tanah Kusir.
"The plan is to bury him on Friday after Friday prayers, there will be a prayer first at Istiqlal Mosque, because on Friday we are still waiting for my brother who is coming back from America," said Raya.
1. Wants to Be Buried in His Birthplace
The burial of Ray Sahetapy in Tanah Kusir is a temporary decision by the family. Because, in fact, the actor had a special request to be buried in his birthplace.
"Actually, my father's request was to be buried in a family grave in Palu, specifically in Sibowi, there is indeed a Sahetapy family grave," he revealed.
However, the family is considering various aspects in determining the burial location, including the Islamic burial process.
"But for us to follow the Islamic burial process, it has to be thought through; maybe in 1-2 years, he will be moved to the grave in Palu," he added.
2. Expresses Longing for His Late Daughter
Before his passing, Ray Sahetapy expressed his longing for his daughter, Gizca, who had passed away earlier.
"In the end, he was already missing the late sister (Gizca)," said Raya.
In addition, Ray always taught his children to treat others well, regardless of their backgrounds.
"If specifically, no, but they must be good children, always treating others the same, behaving well towards those people, that was the late one's message," he concluded.
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