Sherly, the Eldest Daughter of Mpok Alpa, Now Becomes a 'Mother' to Her Younger Siblings

Kapanlagi.com - The passing of comedian Mpok Alpa has left a deep sorrow for the family, especially for her young children. Amidst the sadness, there is a story of resilience from her eldest daughter, Sherly, who now has to take on a significant role as a 'mother' to her siblings.

With tearful eyes, Sherly recounts how she has now become the main support for her younger siblings. She is fully aware that at her young age, she must be able to replace the figure of their mother who is no longer here.

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1. The Baby Sibling Often Cries

Sherly admits that her younger siblings, who are still toddlers, often cry and look for her. She feels that, perhaps in their eyes, she is now a mother figure who can provide comfort.

2. Replacing Mom

Sherly, daughter of Mpok Alpa © instagram.com/_mrshrlynaaa

"Yes, sometimes the younger siblings like to cry at home, so sometimes with me, it feels like I am now Mama, replacing Mama," she said when met in the area of Jalan Kapten Tendean, Mampang, South Jakarta, on Tuesday (23/10/2025).

3. Embracing a New Role with Sincerity

Sherly, daughter of Mpok Alpa © instagram.com/_mrshrlynaaa

She embraces this new role with full sincerity. From accompanying them to play, to ensuring her younger siblings do not cry while eating. Even, making milk has now become her task.

4. There is a Nurse at Home

Sherly, daughter of Mpok Alpa © instagram.com/_mrshrlynaaa

"Just play together in the room like that. Sometimes if, for example, she has trouble eating, I feed her like that. So, eh, I’m the one who makes the food," she revealed.

5. Sherly's Embrace

Sherly, daughter of Mpok Alpa © instagram.com/_mrshrlynaaa

When her younger sibling cries, Sherly's embrace and carrying become the comfort. "Most of the time, I carry her. Yes, just carry her everywhere," she added.

6. Longing for the Late Mpok Alpa

Sherly is the child of Mpok Alpa © instagram.com/_mrshrlynaaa

Behind her toughness, Sherly surely harbors a deep longing for her mother. She admitted that she has dreamed of the deceased twice. To soothe her longing, she often gazes at memory photos and hugs her beloved mother's pillow.

7. Save the Beloved Pillow

Sherly is the child of Mpok Alpa © instagram.com/_mrshrlynaaa

"Sometimes I think Mama has her favorite pillow, and that pillow is with me in my room," she said softly.

Despite the challenges, Sherly, who is still a university student, is determined to make her family proud and be the best sister for her siblings.

(kpl/aal/phi)