Renowned Nairobi-based businessman Shri Nagindas Gordhandas Challa, alias ‘Nagin Pattni’, has passed away at the age 83 of years.
Nagindas, a specialist in real yellow gold and silver rings, was the founder and owner of the popular jewelry shop Nagin Pattni in Nairobi.
Pattni died in Nairobi on Friday but his family did not reveal the cause of his death.
“He was a great soul who touched the lives of many and brought a smile to all. He started and build up the firm to where it is today through honesty and hard work,” the family said in a statement.
“We thank all our friends, colleagues, and customers who have supported him over the years and pray you to continue to do so. We will endeavor to uphold all his values and continue in the way he taught us.”
Pattni, who mainly sold engagement and wedding rings to couples for more than four decades, said he holds nuptials in high esteem.
“A wedding is a big occasion for the couple. For the bride, it is a milestone and the ring slipping down her finger means everything. She may forget other aspects of the ceremony, but the ring is a constant reminder that there was a wedding,” he said in a past interview.
He continued: “The ring is far more important than the decoration, dress, and food. While the cheerful voices, delicious food, and the music end after the ceremony, the ring outlasts them all. It has unique permanency. Yet it is so much less costly than the gown or other prerequisite items.”
