Former West Java Governor Danny Setiawan Laid to Rest in Purwakarta, Residents and Relatives Flock to the Site

PURWAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Residents and relatives began to gather at the family cemetery site in Ciwareng Village, Babakancikao District, Purwakarta Regency, West Java, on Saturday (9/19/2026), ahead of the burial of former West Java Governor Danny Setiawan.

As observed by Kompas.com around 1:40 p.m. WIB, community members, family, and relatives arrived at the location in succession.

Burial preparations were still underway, including the installation of tents around the gravesite. Several family members were also seen preparing the burial area before Danny Setiawan's body arrived from Bandung.

The gravesite area was being cleaned and arranged for the funeral ceremony.

The late governor’s cousin, Tomi, stated that Danny Setiawan will be buried next to his mother’s grave, Juwita.

This burial plan was a request made by Danny before his passing.

“The late wished to be laid to rest right beside his beloved mother, Mrs. Juwita. That was his request,” Tomi said when met near the family cemetery on Saturday.

Tomi added the family burial plot spans approximately 1,000 square meters out of a total family land area exceeding 3,000 square meters.

According to him, the land was prepared by Danny Setiawan’s parents as the family’s burial site.

Several of Danny’s family members had already been interred there, including his parents, S. Hadi Sujony and Juwita, two cousins, and a sibling-in-law.

“The late’s parents, S. Hadi Sujony and Mrs. Juwita, two cousins, and a sibling-in-law,” Tomi confirmed.

Tomi said the family first received news of Danny Setiawan’s passing through a WhatsApp group on Saturday around 6:30 a.m. WIB, after the dawn prayer.

The news was later confirmed by the family following earlier circulation of incorrect reports regarding Danny’s condition.

Danny Setiawan passed away at the age of 81. Tomi noted that his health had declined in recent years due to age and various health conditions.

“In the last two years, the late rarely came to Purwakarta for visits or to pay respects due to his physical condition,” Tomi revealed.

To his family, Danny Setiawan is remembered as an elder brother who served as a role model. As the eldest child, Danny was known for his strong dedication to learning and his lifelong commitment to serving the country.

Tomi highlighted Danny’s solid educational background and his passion for learning.

“He was the most admired brother. A figure to look up to for his education. He never stopped studying and devoted himself to the nation. His enthusiasm for learning was top-notch,” Tomi said.

The family and relatives were still awaiting the arrival of Danny Setiawan’s body for burial in his birthplace of Purwakarta.

Notably, Danny Setiawan served as Governor of West Java during the 2003-2008 period.