Pate Mustajärvi, a well-known figure in Finland, died on St. Stephen's Day at the age of 69, just three months after being diagnosed with cancer. His daughter, Jenni Mustajärvi, revealed in an interview that her father had sought medical treatment for pain over five years, but he was never thoroughly examined. Instead, he was prescribed anti-inflammatory medications, which did not lead to a proper diagnosis until a serious incident occurred.

Mustajärvi's situation escalated when he stumbled at home, resulting in broken ribs. This incident prompted further medical investigation, ultimately leading to the discovery of cancer in his body. Jenni described her emotional collapse upon hearing the doctor's diagnosis, while Pate himself took the news surprisingly calmly, which Jenni later remarked may have been too calm considering the severity of his condition.

Throughout his illness, Pate oscillated between hospital care and home visits, with Jenni frequently visiting him. They shared moments of watching classic black-and-white films together and having meaningful conversations. On Christmas Day, Pate poignantly asked his daughter if she would manage well, to which she assured him she would, but he passed away the following day, leaving behind a profound sense of loss and a poignant story about the necessity of thorough medical examinations for persistent health issues.