Help take extra special care of an elephant that is close to your heart. 
Sorrowfully, we want to share with you that Kenya passed away this morning. We know you’ve been carefully walking alongside her as she dealt with physical challenges recently, and all of your energy was present and encircled Kenya throughout these difficult days. Rarely has an elephant been surrounded by such love from around the world. We know that she impacted all of you and, just as we mourn and begin to do all of the necessary things that must be done in devastating moments like this, we feel her spirit all around.
After multiple days of showing no signs of lying down, Kenya did eventually lie down last night. She seemed to settle a little and her breathing became easier. Until that point, she’d been breathing more heavily than we would have liked, so it was good to see her getting some deep breaths in and finally relaxing some. She didn’t stir all night that we could see, not even moving her legs around; she was clearly tired. This morning, her eyes were a little bigger, but she was still calm. Both caregiver Michele and Scott were with her all night, keeping watch but giving her space so she could rest knowing that they were there. Eventually, her breathing changed and she let out a quiet baby trumpet as she passed away quickly and gently.
Right now, we can still envision her doing her little tap dances and making her silly noises, being the beautifully big spirit that inspired us to call her “our dragon.” There’s a huge void at the sanctuary now that she’s gone–about as big as we’ve ever felt. Kenya seemed to find a way to reach thousands of hearts by just being herself. With affection, we think back on her early days and how it seemed like she was bigger than the physical space around her, her personality was so immense; she was larger than life. She contained so many things at once: childlike wonder, insecurity, joy, love, and a passion to explore. She was somehow able, after decades alone, to have an awareness of the needs of another, reaching out to Pupy with thoughtfulness and sensitivity. Their bond took time to grow, but that’s part of what made it so substantial.
We’ve been in contact with the university about her necropsy, which will be done this afternoon most likely. As many of you know, results take months, but we will share more when we know. In the meantime, we are preparing Kenya’s resting place, which will be next to Pupy. Thank you for all of the love and support you sent to Kenya over the past months, and for all of the kind words for our sanctuary team. She may have physically left us, but she will be in our hearts forever.
This video was taken of Kenya about a week and a half ago and her spirit really shines through.
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Rocío says
December 16, 2025 at 9:51 am💔💔💔💔💔💔
Sin palabras. Descansa en paz.
Karen says
December 16, 2025 at 9:53 amI’m so sorry for all of us for this loss, it’s hard to type through tears. ☹️ I certainly hope you’ll be able to bring more African Elephants to the sanctuary. Oh how we’ll miss this lady as we have missed Pupy.
I can only say she’s at peaceful rest and is now with her other elephant friends and family.
Clarissa says
December 17, 2025 at 4:31 pmDespite the tears reading your words brought to my eyes, it was comforting to know she was in peace and surrounded by love during her final moments. My condolences to all of you.
T Ramer says
December 16, 2025 at 9:54 amThis is so sad, but so good to know that you were able to give her a good experience these last months so that she could go in peace. Thank you for your care of her and the other elephants.
Clarissa says
December 17, 2025 at 4:30 pmDespite the tears reading your words brought to my eyes, it was comforting to know she was in peace and surrounded by love during her final moments. My condolences to all of you.
B says
December 16, 2025 at 9:58 amMy heart is broken yet again. I’ll miss you sweet girl.
Pam says
December 16, 2025 at 9:59 amI have no words. My heart feels broken. So much love to you, Kenya. You have been a light in our lives, a joy in our worlds. May your bright soul shine always as a beacon of hope.
Susan Flewelling says
December 16, 2025 at 9:59 amThis is just devastating for all of us – she and Pupy didn’t have much time to enjoy their new found freedom but all of you at GEO made their time with you the best it could be.
Might there be something in the environment at GEO that the African elephants cannot tolerate?
Thoughts and prayers go out to all.
Tom says
January 12, 2026 at 4:55 amI have wondered about this too, that it might be something in the plant life, or even something lacking. I’m sure Scott and Kat have too, but it would be nice to get some insight on it.
Terry says
December 16, 2025 at 10:00 amI felt this coming and was focusing hard on her doing what was best for her. My heart beats for her and Pupy. She and Pupy waited to transition at sanctuary; their paradise into forever. My deepest heartfelt condolences to everyone at Elephant Sanctuary Brazil…💔❤️❤️
Jo Veal says
December 16, 2025 at 12:31 pmSo sad this beautiful creature didn’t have longer but she missed Pupy! Elephants need companions! I can’t quit crying but I’m thankful she had loved 🥰 ones with her!
Carol Durham says
December 16, 2025 at 10:02 amIt was meant to be that Kenya had her wonderful last 5 mos at GSE with the introduction of a natural environment, her freedom to choose how she spent her days/nights, an elephant friend in Pupy, and the special loving care from GSE sending daily updates to the world. Thank you Kenya for your beauty in every way.
Sherry says
December 16, 2025 at 10:02 amI am sorry to learn of the passing of Kenya. A beautiful elephant that we will all miss. Her presence in the sanctuary was wonderful because she learned that FREEDOM did exist and the feeling was the best feeling in the world.
Thank you sanctuary.
Sue says
December 16, 2025 at 10:03 amSweet, wonderful, inspiring Kenya. Rest now, Beautiful Girl, you are truly home now. Back with Pupy and all the others welcoming you home. To everyone at Sanctuary, sending comfort and love to all of you as you work through this devastating time. Thank God she was able to make it home to Sanctuary for the time she had left, to know freedom and choice and to find a friend in Pupy. The depths of sadness are so big right now. I keep telling myself that grief is love with nowhere to go. I will keep channeling that love to my memories of Kenya and all the other souls we have had to mourn. Thank you Scott and Kat and all at Sanctuary for giving yourselves so fully to caring for Kenya while she was there. Love you all so very much. ❤️🐘❤️
Pamela Hall says
December 16, 2025 at 10:04 amOh dear. She is free, painless, at home and at peace. You all gave her freedom, and loving care. Bless you. I hope your hearts heal quickly.
J Johnson @jmjinsincity 🇺🇸 says
December 16, 2025 at 10:05 amOooh noooo. I am beyond sad. I had a feeling we were going to lose her. 🐘 Sometimes it seems they arrive @ Sanctuary with such profound health issues which are not able to be healed, repaired or resolved.
She was a magical elephant & like Pupy, Pocha, Lady, Ramba & Guida, all had such a very short time being at Sanctuary & out of captivity. I am happy all these ladies passed among family both with their sisters & their humans, living the end of their lives making their own decisions every day.
Devasting. Heartbreaking. Crying rivers of tears that we lost another magnificent African Queen 👑
Extending love & sympathy to Scott, Kat & all @ GES/ESB. Also love to Mara, Rana, Maia, Bambi & Guille… may they have many years left.
I am unbelievably depressed & incredibly sad 😭💔🌈
Susan martin says
December 16, 2025 at 10:06 amSo so sad for Kenya and everyone of the people who cared for her
Kenya and Pupy finally had some happiness and freedom, they were such brave girls on their long journey to sanctuary RIP Pupy and Kenya
Constance harris says
December 16, 2025 at 10:07 amDevastating
Gayle Janzen says
December 16, 2025 at 10:09 amMy heart is broken into a million pieces. Oh Kenya, you were so loved! I’m thankful you had a few months of freedom at the Sanctuary where you could finally be the elephant you were always meant to be. RIP, sweet girl. You will always be in our hearts. The earth is a sadder place without you in it. ❤️😥
Guille y Magdalena says
December 16, 2025 at 10:10 amQue devastadora noticia, no puedo creerlo…
Enviamos todo nuestro amor al equipo del santuario en este dificil momento..
Tengo certeza de que hicieron todo cuanto estuvo en sus manos para que Kenya fuera feliz.
Un gran abrazo desde Chile.
Andrea Kerin says
December 16, 2025 at 10:14 amOh beautiful girl….. I’m sending you all warm hugs and my very deepest sympathies.
Jeanine says
December 16, 2025 at 10:16 amThis is heartbreaking. I’m so sorry for your loss Scott and everyone. R.I.P. beautiful Kenya. 🐘💔
Barb Campbell says
December 16, 2025 at 10:16 amSo heartbreaking 💔
Elsa says
December 16, 2025 at 10:23 amMe pregunto si valió la pena tanto tiempo de entrenamiento , tanto viaje , para que tan prontamente muriera , poco después de llegar al Santuario. Estaremos seguros acerca de si conviene o no trasladar elefantes africanos de cierta edad ? Kenya y Pupy murieron demasiado pronto. Es una enorme pena , pero así como lo de Pupy me tomó por sorpresa , estaba segura de que Kenya no lo lograría.. A los animales no hay que sacarlos de sus hábitats. Ambas elefantas sufrieron la explotación por oarte de los humanos. Ambas podrían haber sido libres toda su vida. Seremos capaces de influir sobre quienes aún van a circos o zoos a verlos , tornándose cómplices de sus explotadores ?
Que sean eternamente libres Kenya y Pupy , lejos de este mundo que lejos de cuidarlas y respetarlas , las sometió a una esclavitud inmerecida. Hasta siempre hermosa Kenya.
Sara says
December 16, 2025 at 10:32 amEven if an elephant just has a few months at sanctuary, every day is worth it. We are glad she got to spend her last days somewhere she could be free and not in a barren enclosure. It’s always difficult when an elephant passes, but we’d be heartbroken to see another soul die in a cold and unwelcoming environment, much like Tamy, Kuky, Merry, and so many others did.
Gigi says
December 17, 2025 at 7:45 amI completely agree with you, Sara! If Kenya could have spoken to you before leaving this world, I’m sure she would have thanked you for this extraordinary adventure where she finally felt she could exist and not just be the shadow of an elephant… She would have told you she was happy and that every minute was worth it.
Even though it was far too short, you fulfilled your mission, GSE. And I sympathize with your immense grief. Be proud of yourself!
Unlike those who doubt, if I could get Lucy from Edmonton to you, even if she had to spend two days in an airport and a whole week on the road, I would do it without hesitation. I have complete faith in you, and you are heroes in my heart.
Dear Kenya, knowing that you suffered so much and for so long softens my sorrow at seeing you leave. I still think about Tamy and I so wish he could have had a peaceful end, surrounded by love and serenity too…
To the whole team, stay strong and continue your important mission.
With love, and all my sympathies, from Canada
Aleida Torres Huertas says
December 16, 2025 at 12:16 pmNo es culpa de el traslado al santuario, es culpa de tenerlas encerradas tantos años y de la burocracia gubernamental que tardo tanto en otorgales su libertad. Lo mejor para ellas fue conocer el santuario y no pasar sus ultimos meses en ese horrible lugar y en ese encierro.
Pauline Forbes says
December 20, 2025 at 10:23 amCoincido plenamente! 🧡💔
Linda says
December 16, 2025 at 10:25 amI am so glad Kenya got to know sanctuary and the freedom it meant, and that – after a lifetime of loneliness – she knew what it was to have an elephant companion in Pupy. I imagine Pupy was waiting to greet her and be with her again.
I have a feeling everyone there knew this was probably coming over the last few days…. so happy it was peaceful and her little trumpet was definitely her way of saying farewell and thank you to all there who loved her and cared for her so much.
Rest well Kenya. All our love goes with you on this journey.
Eileen L. says
December 16, 2025 at 10:26 amI am so sorry for her passing, but joyful in the knowledge that she was able to know sanctuary in her final months. Thank you for getting her there, and encouraging her all along the way. My heart goes out to you and your staff.
Lynda says
December 16, 2025 at 10:30 amGod bless the spirit of dear Kenya. May she roam free forever in elephant heaven with no more pain, along with her friend Pupy – together again
Laura Cominetti says
December 16, 2025 at 10:33 amI am so very sad. But also so grateful that she was able to live and pass surrounded by those that loved and cared for her.
Shelley Wolinsky says
December 16, 2025 at 10:34 amOh no! My heart aches on this news. Poor Kenya…. For us a huge loss but for you at the Sanctuary, I send you love and light. You must be devastated. Now Kenya can be with Pupy with no more pain. Death is a doorway to tremendous transformation. She will be her lovely selfcagain and she will bless all of her caretakers who after years of suffering showed. Her a good life filled with all her favorite earthly things and most of all no more fear just loving kindness. Rest in eternal Peace Kenya and say hello to your friend Pupy😘😘😘
Maria José Agostinho says
December 16, 2025 at 10:40 amThank you for having shared with us the recent issues about her.
I feel deeply touched, as all your followers.
I was a Kenya’s fan.
I don’t have more words to describe the feeling
Animals, we included, are here for a limited períod.of time and that is part of life.
I loved her the moment I Saw her for the First time, in a vídeo while she was in Argentina.
I Will Love that creature forever.
I Just wonder If there are anything in common in both Puppy and Kenya’s passing, since their passing seemed too early.
You are not alone!
Hugs for ALL
Kenya forever!
Wim says
December 16, 2025 at 10:45 amDear GSE-family, my deepest condolences with the loss of our angelic Kenya. This can’t be right, really too much to bear. I feared after your first message of breathing issues, this will be too much. Thank for caring so deeply for Kenya. Just like Pupy she was able to connect to my heart and soul. What a wonderful world would this be without the brutal captivity for our fellow animals. R.I.P. Kenya, l will cherish you forever.
Yasmin says
December 16, 2025 at 10:48 amOur beautiful, curious, comical Kenya. She finally experienced what her life should hold: making an elephant friend, then showing concern for her friend when she died and feeling that loss, having so much space to roam, toppling trees and eating wild growing plants, bathing in mud, and getting the physical and emotional care she needed. Like all of you, my heart is broken and I will continue to cry for a while. The grief is truly overwhelming.
Thank you to your whole team for all you did for this beauty, giving her all she truly deserved.
I pray that the loss of both Pupy and Kenya does not cause you to hesitate in bringing more African elephants to the sanctuary. Even a few months in the heaven of the sanctuary has been a wonder for them both.
RIP Kenya…may you and Pupy meet again wherever your spirits go.
Ada says
December 16, 2025 at 10:48 amThe update I didn’t want to see. I’m sorry. I am so sorry. Still at a loss grieving for Pupy and now Kenya. I loved these girls so much. I became Pupy’s EleGuardian, then transferred to Kenya when Pupy died. My sincerest condolences to everyone at GSE. I can’t imagine what you all are going through. Such devastating loss of both these girls. They experienced love, freedom, peace, and home because of your love for them. You fought so hard for their freedom and I know even for a short time being in the sanctuary, it was all worth it. Thank you GSE. Sending love to each of you. Be at peace now Kenya. May you take the memory of GSE with you. I love you sweet baby
Mary Bentley says
December 16, 2025 at 10:50 amMy heart is heavy this morning – rest in peace dear Kenya.
Syd says
December 16, 2025 at 10:52 amI am shattered by this morning’s news of Kenya’s death. But I am also very glad that the caregivers and supporters of ESB were able to give Kenya the chance to find her true self. Thank you to all.
Lynn says
December 16, 2025 at 10:53 amI am so sorry for your loss! You made it possible for Kenya to experience joy before she passed – thank you!
NANCY LOGAN says
December 16, 2025 at 10:57 amOMG! I can’t believe my reaction to this…shivers up my spine, tears. Haven’t read beyond the first line. More visceral than my granddaughter passing. Thank you for the time she had; thank you for being you; just thank you !
June says
December 16, 2025 at 10:57 amHeartbroken again!! Many tears shed over our girl. She was special…so special…as are all of you. Stay strong and know my heart is with you..
Juliet Thornton says
December 16, 2025 at 10:58 amShocked and heartbroken. Two wonderful elephants taken so quickly in rapid succession. Just too hard to process and I feel the sorrow everyone in GSE must be feeling. So sorry you do such fantastic work rescuing these beautiful creatures thank you for all you do
Rae says
December 16, 2025 at 11:20 amA soothing for our broken hearts is believing she is in heaven with Pupy. So sorry for our big beautiful girl and for all of us who loved her. “No tears in heaven…”
Mish M says
December 16, 2025 at 11:20 amMy condolences to all of you at the sanctuary on the loss of your dear friend. It is sad she had to leave so soon after arriving. You gave her the greatest of all gifts, herself; what a remarkable, kind, compassionate act.
I wish that your sadness will soon transform into lovely, warm memories that both you and Kenya deserve.
Suzanne Eaton says
December 16, 2025 at 11:23 am😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔
No words are adequate. RIP beautiful Kenya.
Pupy is there to greet you.
Zoi says
December 16, 2025 at 11:24 amThank you for the wonderful moments you gave to darling Kenya.
Beloved Kenya was such a gentle and loving soul. Their calming presence will be missed. May their spirit live on in our hearts. 💚🐘💚
Julie says
December 16, 2025 at 11:26 amDevastating! The rumors of Kenya’s plight and possible relocation to ESB many years ago is what brought me to the ESB family. For many years my heart ached for Kenya’s release from horrendous captivity. Now I must console myself that she had an elephant friend, Miss Pupy, a natural habitat, and humans who loved her. I also imagine that God has embraced Kenya and whispered her pain is over. I’m so sorry, ESB, for your loss!
Bonnie Guerra says
December 16, 2025 at 11:35 amOmg I am in tears I prayed she’d be strong enough to yo get past this bump in the road Prayers coming to everyone from the beginning of her journey to you and time spent with friends Rest in Peace precious one fly high
Tessa Dowell says
December 16, 2025 at 11:38 amRest in peace beautiful Kenya. My heart goes
out to you all at sanctuary . Thank you for surrounding her with joy and freedom and love in her final months. 💖
Barbara says
December 16, 2025 at 11:55 amThis is heartbreaking news. Rest is peace beautiful Kenya.
Barbara L Smith says
December 16, 2025 at 11:59 amHeartbreaking I am in tears. Rest in Peace, sweet Kenya. Thankful you walked in a lush jungle, touched and knocked down trees, met a friend just like you. You now walk with angels free of earth’s misery. 🙏🏽🐘🌹
Sarah Bedford says
December 16, 2025 at 12:09 pmOh no! I’m so sorry to hear this news about our beautiful Kenya. At least she got to experience being an elephant, with lots of love and care from everyone at the sanctuary.
My deepest condolences, love and thanks to you all at GSEs xx💔
RIP and run free beautiful Kenya, you are loved and will never forgotten xx🌈🐘
Jillyp says
December 16, 2025 at 12:09 pmOh dear darling Kenya.
I’m so sad to hear the news, you must all be devastated. Poor dear elephant, it’s wonderful she was able to experience some time and freedom in the sanctuary after being in captivity all her life.
Rest in peace beautiful Kenya, reunited with your herd sister, Pupy 💞🩷🕊️
It’s devastating they have both gone.
But really wonderful they had that chance to meet and have their last months together ❤️
Maria José Agostinho says
December 16, 2025 at 12:09 pmKenya
Huge creature, huge love
Thank you!!!!
Aleida Torres Huertas says
December 16, 2025 at 12:10 pmKenya you are a beautiful soul, rest in peace, I am heartbroken but I want to remember you and Pupy with love in my heart and with inspiration to help others.
Nelson Courser says
December 16, 2025 at 12:15 pmMY HEART IS PIERCED – I AM SORRY KENYA HAS LOST HER INNER BATTLE – WE WILL MISS KENYA, AND NOW SHE IS WITH HER FRIEND PUPY. BLESS EACH OF YOU FOR HER CONTINUED CARE.
Susan Hunt says
December 16, 2025 at 12:27 pmI firmly believe that Kenya is back home. I believe she’s with Pupy and her mother. I believe that whatever this journey was for her to take on the earthly plane is complete. I believe her spirit is complete and engulfed in utter love and bliss. I will not mourn her but I will miss her. My sorrow turns to you. You incredible people who do this work that is so very very heartbreaking and difficult. I know it is inconsolable right now for you. There could be no words so all I can say to you is that I believe you will see these blessed spirits again. You are so loved by the world for the sacrifices you make for elephants. Unconditional love. Wrapping you in my love. Susan
Elizabeth says
December 16, 2025 at 12:31 pmAwe, rest in peace beautiful Kenya. You just got a chance to heal and grow at sanctuary. Gone too soon but your spirit be everywhere.
Thank you to the team al GSE for the love you give these beautiful animals.
Richard Chiger says
December 16, 2025 at 12:43 pmOMG, how terribly sad. This is awful. Elephants should never be caught; they should never be shipped out of their homeland where they were born. Humans have destroyed so many elephants by their greed and their selfish wants. Sad, so terribly sad.
Audrey Manasterski says
December 16, 2025 at 12:48 pmI’ve been following Kenya & her difficulties with her breathing. She was incredible & with her dealing with the loss of her friend, it just took its toll on her.
My heart is with you as you deal with the loss of Kenya. 💔😢🐘🌈
G says
December 16, 2025 at 12:49 pmAbsolutely devastated. As with Phpy, have followed Kenya’s journey with you, embracing her freedom. I cried a river for Pupy, I’m crying another for Kenya. At least, she was with you all, safe, loved and cared for. She tasted freedom in the best possible way, swathed in love 😢 RIP Kenya ♥️
JamesMichael says
December 16, 2025 at 12:53 pmRest in peace Sweet, Sweet Kenya.
Lynne Russert says
December 16, 2025 at 12:53 pmNooooooo. First Pupy, now Kenya? I am beyond broken. So much tragedy so close together. My deepest sympathy to you all. Its devastating. Not nearly enough time for her to celebrate her freedom. She’s back with her new sister now. God bless her soul & all of you who took her in & took care of her. RIP my angel. My love for you will stay with me always.
Joey says
December 16, 2025 at 12:56 pmI love you so much, Kenya. I will miss you so much. You should have had so many more years with Pupy at the Sanctuary. There you got the life you should have your whole life. Rest in peace, dear beautiful girl. You are with Pupy now and I know she will be so happy to see you again.
Patricia says
December 16, 2025 at 12:59 pm😭🐘💔
Rosemary F. says
December 16, 2025 at 1:11 pmSo sorry for your loss Global Sanctuary family, this news is heartbreaking and saddening.
Rest in peace gorgeous Kenya! 😢💔🐘
Peggy Quentin says
December 16, 2025 at 1:12 pmI’m so sad.
Carmen says
December 16, 2025 at 1:14 pmI’m choked up and can’t handle losing her. My heart is in agony over losing sweet Kenya. My mind is having a hard time accepting that she’s gone.
RIP big sweetie, our beautiful African Queen Kenya
Elizabeth says
December 16, 2025 at 1:20 pmBe at peace sweet one.
Bill Simpson says
December 16, 2025 at 1:26 pmMy heart is broken with this news. It is sad that so many animals have to endure the abuse by humans. I am so glad that she did have the opportunity to explore and experience a more real world existence.
Nannette Stone says
December 16, 2025 at 1:27 pmSending my deepest condolences to you all at GSE in this very sad time. Thank you for giving her the lovely life she had and caring for her
Irene Olson says
December 16, 2025 at 1:43 pmOh my heart! 💜
She has gone over the rainbow bridge and will be with Pupy!
So sad to hear she has left us, but she did have time to be an elephant and this wouldn’t have happened without you all! Bless you my sweet Kenya😢❤️
Dean and Bonnie says
December 16, 2025 at 1:44 pmWe’r so sorry my husband and i just remember you all at Sanctuary Brazil gave Kenya the best remaining time of her life on this Planet the Best Ever
Gus Robatto says
December 16, 2025 at 1:59 pmIt all happened so fast. This is heartbreaking especially more since it’s on the heels of Pupy’s death. I don’t know what else to say. I’m sorry and thankful for everyone at the sanctuary.
Fabrizia says
December 16, 2025 at 2:15 pmMay God bless you for all the love you give and for caring for the animals. Thank you
Rand Cooley says
December 16, 2025 at 2:30 pmI suspected this but was hoping it would work out. My sympathy goes out to all of you at GSE Brazil I know this deeply impacts you all. i want to commend you for all you have done for these elephants, giving them a better life in spite of all the road blocks. I know Kenya is grateful and watching from above
Lili says
December 16, 2025 at 2:43 pmEstoy triste por la partida de Kenya, pero me consuela saber que pudo vivir un tiempo libre, haciendo vida de elefante, después de décadas de soledad pudo compartir un breve tiempo con Pupy. Todavía suena en mis oídos la trompeta de Kenya al salir del zoo de Mendoza. Gracias Scott, cuidadores y a todo el equipo del Santuario por cuidarla hasta el último instante, me da felicidad saber que descansará junto a Pupy.
Robin Vitulle says
December 16, 2025 at 3:15 pmSomehow I knew we would be getting this news… just not today. I am SO SORRY for this tremendous loss of precious Kenya. Our hearts are crushed. Fly high sweet lady… you deserved more time living your beautiful life in sanctuary.
JoAnn Merriman-Eaton says
December 16, 2025 at 3:26 pmI have been trying to find the words to type since this morning after I read the sorrowful news. Such sorrow and disappointment for Kenya from everyone that loved and enjoyed watching her absolute joy in her newfound freedom. I keep saying to myself…IT IS NOT FAIR. IT IS NOT FAIR. Then I shed more tears. I am shedding tears for Kenya, and ALL the beautiful souls that were kept in captivity by humans. Thinking of just Kenya, and how she surely would have been a powerful leader with her herd. Also, wishing Scott, Kat and each caregiver peace knowing you did your best for this deserving girl. RIP Kenya 😪😪😪🐘
Jean says
December 16, 2025 at 3:29 pmWords are sometimes difficult to find when there is such a profound loss. I grieve with everyone who was involved with this beautiful elephant. May Kenya rest in peace and love.😪🐘🌈😇
Loretta says
December 16, 2025 at 3:40 pmThis is simply heartbreaking. Both she and Pupy deserved more out of life and many years to live at sanctuary in peace. I am without words for how sad I am and for how devastated you all must be too.
Beci says
December 16, 2025 at 4:10 pmOh my gosh I’m so sorry for your loss. I had that feeling yesterday that her time was short but hoping it wasn’t true. Thanks to you wonderful people she got to live her last few months as if she were a wild elephant. She got to make friends and she was enjoying life. She is now over the rainbow with Pupy and the others that have passed on. My deepest sympathies to all of you. Thank you for giving her joy in the end of her life.
Pauline Forbes says
December 16, 2025 at 6:37 pmOhhhhhh, how sad! Do you think Kenya was that much affected by Pupy’s passing? Well, I am glad, that at least she was loved and treated kindly and “free”. Thank you for caring for her. Thanks to you she knew what kindness is!
Terry Silva says
December 16, 2025 at 7:09 pmYour loss is beyond words. Ours, too. Do not let these events discourage you at GSE. You do the work of the angels. Rest in peace, Kenya.
June H. says
December 16, 2025 at 9:29 pmI’m very sad to hear this. 😢💔 I’m glad Kenya had time to enjoy life at the sanctuary before passing even though her time with you was too short. I’m also happy Kenya found a friend in Pupy. My sympathies to all of you at the sanctuary and my heartfelt thanks for all you do to make the lives better for these precious elephants.
Lori Hoover says
December 17, 2025 at 9:45 amI am so sorry for…………….all of us. Thank you for reminding us all of Kenya’s spirit, not that it could ever be forgotten. I don’t know how she did it, but YES, ITA, she reached out and grabbed my love instantly. She was so present, so her, so Kenya…..bigger than life itself it seemed. I guess that’s why I thought she’d make it. I wish, I wish, I wish……so many things. I hope she feels all of our love right now. Thank you so much for all everyone did for her, especially to Michele and Scott for being there with her and telling us of her last moments and making them peaceful. May her and Pupy perfect their friendship now, I only wish they could have done that here.
Kit F says
December 18, 2025 at 12:27 pmI am utterly devastated to hear of our beloved Kenya’s passing. So sorry that her time at GSE was way too short but extremely grateful that she was able to experience the freedom to roam, the love, care and everything that this beautiful sanctuary has to offer. Also so grateful that she was surrounded by love in her final moments and could go peacefully.
My sincerest condolences to Scott, Kat and the entire team at GSE. Thank you for your dedication and all the work you do for the elephants. Sending you all love and hugs during this very difficult time.
sharon page says
December 18, 2025 at 1:04 pmRIP Kenya. I’m so thankful you had time among the forests, the trees, and the night sky at Sanctuary. I believe Pupy welcomed you, and the universe held you with love. Your presence and big energy will always be felt. Sending so much love to the team during this heartbreaking loss.
Allison says
December 20, 2025 at 9:19 amRest well sweet soul. Thank you to all sanctuary and rescue workers for providing safety and peace so that animals can come to rest. Letting go is so hard but we keep going. Even when it’s a short time it’s often their best times. I send my love to you all.
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