Everlene Jerubet Chumo

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of our beloved Mum, Everline Jerubet Chumo. Wife of Joseph Kimwogoi Chumo. Daughter of the late Kiplimo Chelule, the late Tabunei and the late Tapsilei. Sister of Bot Kipkosio, Kenduiywo, Lazaro Limo, Paul Arusei, the late Cherono, Toroitich, Arap Cheroinye, Naomi, Tirop, Cheruiyot, Sarah, Catherina, Nelly and Arap Munai. Mother of Hellen (Kitale Hospital), Philip (UG County), Miriam (Nandi Hills), Edwin (NACC), Willy, Abel, Elkanah (Ward Administrator Ziwa) & Elizeba (Eastleigh Primary). Mother in law of Joyce, the late Joseph, Julia, Lucy, Hildah, the late Everyline and William Togom (Nyayo Tea Zones). Grand mother and great grandmother of many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at her home, Legebet Village, for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves MTRH Mortuary on Friday 10th March 2017 at 9am for prayers at ACK St Jame’s Legebet Church and an overnight Vigil. Burial will be on Saturday 11th March 2017.

“Mum, you have fought the good fight, you have finished the race.

May your soul rest in everlasting peace. Amen”

Purity Jepkurui Rutto

1978 – 2017

It is with profound sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Purity Jepkurui Rutto formerly of TSC (Nairobi) through a tragic road accident on 25th February 2017.

Loving wife of William Arusei Korir (Lawyer). Mother of Faith Jelimo Korir (Loreto Convent). Daughter of Simon Keitany Rutto, the late Elizabeth Rutto and Milka Rutto. Daughter-in-law of Kipkorir, Kimoi and Kabon Rerimoi. Sister of Lydia, Rossy, David, Nelly, Ben, Evelyn, Raphael, Brian, Grace, Maureen, Claire, and Kiptigen. Sister-in-law of David, Nelson, Charles, Julia, Jacqueline, Wangari, Daniel, Joel, George, James, Joseph, Wesley, Chris, Festus, Richard, Victor, Samuel, Kimaru, Kibor, Grace, Salinah, Caren, Faith, Jematian. Auntie and cousin of many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at their residence in Mogotio at 5p.m. for prayers and funeral arrangements.

A major fundraising will be held both at their residence in Mogotio and Cardinal Otunga Hall Holy Family Basilica, Nairobi, on Wednesday 8th March 2017 at 5pm.

There will be a brief service before leaving Umash Funeral Home in Nakuru on Saturday 11th March 2017 at 8:30a.m.Thereafter, a funeral service will be held at the graveside and burial on their farm in Logiri 3km from Mogotio town, Baringo County.

Any financial support can be channelled through M-Pesa Pay bill No. 678864 Account No. FUNERAL

“The Lord gave and The Lord has taken, blessed be His name”

Henry Kinyua

APPRECIATION

The Family of the late Henry Kinyua would like to sincerely thank all those who stood by us during this very difficult time when our dear Henry passed on.

First, we thank the Almighty God who gave us Henry for 80 wonderful years and for blessing us as we planned his last journey.

We would also like to thank the church – the Lavington United Methodist Church led by by Rev Tom Otieno and his entire team, Kinaru Church in Meru led by Bishop Lawi Imathiu and his entire team and all the other pastors who prayed with us, consoled us on the last day, ensured we gave Henry a befitting send off.

Special thanks go to all the doctors, especially Dr Omanga and Dr Patel of Aga Khan Hospital who ensured we got the best care, all the nurses and the care givers for going beyond their call of duty to ensure Henry was comfortable.

We shall be forever grateful to the family and all our friends who gave us immense support through their prayers, visits at home to condole the family and their generous giving of their time and resources. We are overwhelmed by your love.

To each and everyone of you, please accept our sincere gratitude and appreciation for standing with us.

May the Almighty God continue to abundantly bless you.

THANK YOU

Robert Muga Murage

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Robert Muga Murage of Muragara Village, Mukure Location, Ndia Division, Kirinyaga County.

Son of the late Murage Ndegwa and the late Jecinta Wanja, Loving husband of Veronica Kariuko Muga and father of Lucy Wanjiku, Joan Wanjiru, Wachira Muga, Anthony Kinyua, Martin Ndegwa, Andrew Muga and Foster and Mary Wambui Chege. Father in law of Jane Wachira and Caroline Kinyua.

Brother of the late Ndegwa Murage, the late Richard Karani and the late Rosemary Nyawira. Son in law of the late Gakuya Gititu and the late Anna Gakuya of Gatugura Village. Brother in law of Albert Gachori, Catherine Kagenya, the late Lawrence Gachoki, Weru Gakuya, Ngari Gakuya, Kanyi Gakuya, Priscilla Kariuko, James Gakuya, the late Muriithi Gakuya and Karani Gakuya. Uncle of Rose Wanjiku, Anthony Wachira, Samson Wachira, Nyambura Karani among others. Grandfather and great grandfather of many.

Friends and family are meeting daily for funeral arrangements at Orient Restaurant, 2nd Floor, Hamilton House, Wabera Street Nairobi and at home (Muragara Village).

The cortege leaves Mt Kenya Funeral Home Kerugoya (Kirinyaga County) on Friday 10th March 2017 at 9am. Thereafter funeral service and burial will be at the graveside from 10am at his homestead in Muragara Village, Mukure Location, Kirinyaga County.

 

Joan Njeri Gitau (JoJo)

It is with acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Joan Njeri Gitau (JoJo) of PCEA Neema Church, Lowell, MA, which occurred on Tuesday, March 7th, 2017.

She was the mother of Jane Wambũi Njoroge and daughter of Frashia Wanja Gĩtaũ also of PCEA Neema Church. She was also a niece of Esther Karanja, Isabella Gĩtaũ, Peter Gĩtaũ, Julia Njenga and Edwin Njenga and a granddaughter of Edward and Jane Gĩtaũ Njũi.

Friends and family are meeting daily for prayers and support to the family at her mother Frashia’s House, 9 Caddell Avenue, Lowell, MA 01851.

Phone contacts, Esther Karanja 9786013314,

Isabellla Gĩtaũ 9787281415

or

Peter Gĩtaũ 98789961305.

 

Monica Njoki Gitau (Mama Omari)

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of our beloved mother Monica Njeri Gitau (Mama Omari) on Tuesday 28th February 2017.

Loving wife of the late Hebron Gitau Njoroge (Sana Sana). Co-wife of the late Mary Njeri. Daughter of the late Kinuthia wa Kaigwa and the late Wanjunu (Wanjiru). Sister of the late Mary Njeri (Ngahu) and the late Bernard Kabue. Daughter in law of the late Njoroge Gitau and the late Nyokabi wa Gitau (Nyathogo).

Loving mother of the late Amos and Margaret Njoroge, Loice and Ndung’u Wathigingi, the late Johnson and Eunice Kinuthia, Esther and the late Henry Anthony Mwaniki, John and Jane Mwanthi, Jeddidah and Samuel Munyiri, Evanson and Alice Kaigwa, the late Wambui, the late Kamau, late Miriam Nyokabi, Elizabeth Wairimu, David Njoroge, Stephen Waithanje, the late Johana Mwanthi, the late Paul Wanyoike and James Kamau. Grandmother and great grandmother and aunt of many.

Relatives and friends are meeting daily for prayers and funeral arrangement at Mr & Mrs John Mwathi home, Piave – Njoro, Mr & Mrs Evanson Kaigwa’s home, Matathia, Kimende, Mr & Mrs Samuel Munyiri’s home, Kahawa West and Ebony Meeting Chamber, next to Tuskys Imara Supermarket, Tom Mboya Street starting 5.30pm to 8.30pm. The cortege leaves Nakuru War Memorial Mortuary on Friday 10th March 2017 at 8am. Burial to take place at home at Piave, Njoro, Nakuru County.

I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race and I have kept the faith – 2 Timothy 4:7

Bonface Kimeu Mathei

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of our beloved father Bonface Kimeu Mathei of Mbooni West, Makueni County. Loving husband of Esther Kithia Kimeu. Son of the late Titus Mathei Kiseli and Lucia Ndani Mathei. Brother of Daniel, Henry, Margaret, Roman, Elizabeth, Patrick, Pauline, Juliana, Paul, the late Kiseli, Rita, Peter, Mutindi, Lena, Mary, Anne, Muli, Kyumba & Mutungwa. Brother in law of the late Harrison, the late Philip, Samson, the late Willy, Alice, Josphat, Hellen, Johnson, Veronica & Eliud.

Father of the late Shadrack, Kennedy & Stephen (KN). Father in law of Alice Ngesa & Teresia Matoke (CLE). Blessed with 3 grandchildren Ryan, Sean & Jayden.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at Garden Square from 5.30pm. Fundraising will be held on Wednesday 8th March 2017 at Hotel 680 as from 5.30pm.

The cortege leaves Monalisa Funeral Home Machakos on Friday 10th March 2017 at 8am. He will be laid to rest on the same day at his home in Tulimani Location, Mavindu sub location.

2 Timothy 4:7 “I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith”

 

Ann Nyandia Maina

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of Mrs Ann Nyandia Maina on Sunday the 5th March 2017 at Nairobi Hospital. She was a founder of Mountain View School and Santa Anna Calm Waters.

Wife of the late Edward Maina Gachugu. Loving mother of Regina Wanjiru – Principal Moutain View School, Lucy Waceke, John and Leah Kamau, Anthony and Christine Mwaura, David and Rose Mukii. Grandmother of Ann Nyandia, Shiro and Peter Kituri, Edward Kamau, Samuel Muchai, Blanche, Monica, Edward Mwaura, Ann Mwaura, Warren Mukii, Ann Mukii, Edward Mukii. Doting great grandma of Savanna and Shiro. Sister of Ben, Phinehas, Peter, Sarah, Margaret and Isabella.

Sister-in-law of the late Jemima, late David, the late Nathanael, the late Rahab, the late Priscilla, the late Jane, the late Michael and Titus Wainaina.

Friends and Relatives are meeting daily in her home at Mountain View School from 5pm.

Burial date will be announced later.

Simon Ngigi Warunge

15/02/1996 – 3/3/2017

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Simon Ngigi Warunge, a student at Adept College of Proffesionals Nakuru, which occurred on 3rd March 2017 at Nakuru Nursing Home.

Son of Mr. Sammy Kamau Wainaina Warunge of S.W Warunge & Co., Gate House Nakuru and Mrs. Grace Wairimu Warunge formerly of Kenya Prisons Nakuru. Brother of Gideon Kinyua Warunge of USA, Zacharia Wainaina Warunge and the late Tabitha Wangari Warunge. Nephew of Miriam Wairimu, Simon Ngigi, Susan Njoki, Janet Njeri, Joseph Mwihia, Hannah Wanjiku, Josephine Nguhi, Moses Ng’ang’a and the late Gideon Kinyua. Cousin of MCA Samuel Kamau – Kiamaina Ward, Paul Kimani – Naivasha Girls and Sammy Kamau of Sahmmie Studios Nakuru among others.

Family and friends are meeting daily from 5.00pm at his father’s home in London Estate, Nakuru.

The cortege leaves Nakuru War Memorial Hospital Mortuary on Friday 10th March 2017 at 8.00 am for a funeral service at PCEA Kirathimo Church and burial thereafter at Engashura Farm.

“Loved ones never die, they live forever, cherished in our hearts”

Dorcas Kongato Kiptanui

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Mrs. Dorcas Kongato Kiptanui, wife of the late Joshua Kiptanui Arap Too of Chebinyiny Farm, Olare Location, Burnt Forest, Uasin Gishu County.

Mother of Alice Too, Henry, Johnah. the late Jane Limo, Josephine Changwony, Eric, Milcah Kiplagat. the late isaack, Abraham Kiptanui, Eunice, Nancy, Enock, Salina, the late Mary, Ngelei, the late Lillian, Helen, the late Priscah, Raymond, Jackson, Caleb & Jeremiah.

Mother-in-law of Elizabeth, Mary, Joan, Jacinta. Salome, Priscillah, Margaret, Grace, Terry, Dinah, Anne, Agnes, Pamela, Consalata and Edinah, the late Van-doome, the late Gideon, the late Too, Sitienei, the late Michael, the late Samoei, the late Kwalia, William, Charles, James and Elkanah. Beloved grandmother of 122 grand and many great grand children.

Family, Relatives and friends are meeting daily at home Chebinyiny Farm, Olare Location, Burnt Forest for Prayers and Funeral arrangements. The Cortege will leave Moi Teaching & Referral Hospital Mortuary on Friday 10th March 2017 at 2.00 pm for an overnight vigil at her Chebinyiny Farm.

Funeral Service and burial will take place on Saturday the 11th March 2017 at Chebinyiny Farm, Olare location Burnt Forest.

Jeremiah Moturi Ondeyo

Death has occured of Jeremiah Moturi Ondeyo of Nyamakorobo Village, Nyacheki. Son of the late Ondeyo Nyakoe and Okenyuri.

Husband of Rebecca Kerubo and Bathseba Moraa. Father of Samuel Omwoyo (Nrb), Michael Moranga (Head Teacher – Nyabonge), Ondeyo (USA), Silas (USA), Obiri (St. Paul Nyabururu TTC), Tom (USA), Asaria, Okari, Haron (Kiombwori Primary), Birundu (Nrb), Zipporah, Orpha, Rose, Ruth, Rodha, Miriam, Dorcas, Nyabonyi, Nyanchama, Yunuke and late Rachel Moraa. Brother of the late Nyakoe, late Nyanamba, the late Kerubo, Nyangweso, Ochora, David Ogega (USA), Nyakunu, Kamsingi, Peter, Maisiba, Mekubo, Moturi, Ochora, Onsando, Monari, Nyakoe, Nyang’acha, Nyandemo, Kemuma among others. Cousin of Mogire, Bigera, Nchore Ogucha, Obonyo Ondieki.

Uncle of Morang’a Nyakoe, Kennedy Ondeyo (USA), Samuel, Meshack (KETTI), Timothy (AAR), Pastor Ondigi, Eng. John Nyachio, Dr. Makori, Dr. Nyakundi, Enock, Nyamusi, Rael & Alice (USA), Fred Bakora (NSSF) among others. Father-in-law of Andrew, Mairura, Onkoba, Samuel, Sinus, Geoffrey, Stephen, Maseno, Paul, Dinnah, Zipporah, Joyce, Edna, Clarice Agnes Deborah, Naomi among others. Korera of Kiboi, Ombati, Obiero, Boiro, Chiro, Kobe, Machani and Anyoni Nyaanga, Obino, Mokua. In-law of the late Mosiria, Kebati, Sang ‘ania Nyakwara, Nyaboke, Kemuma, Ebisiba, Bwari, Birita, Kemunto, Monyenye among others. Semo of the late Obegi, Ondieki, Anyona, Onyiego, Onditi, Onsongo, Mogata, Andika, Masese. Grandfather to; Stella, Eric, Mathew, Allan, Robert Sanduki (lands) Rachel (Kitui), Titus (Beam International) among others.

Relatives and friends are meeting daily at home and Garden Square Restaurant Nairobi. Main fundraising on Thursday 9/3/2017 from 5.00 pm at Professional Centre, Nairobi.

Burial will be on 17th March 2017 at his home in Nyacheki Market, Kisii.

Margaret Wambui Maina

1963 – 4/3/2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Margaret Wambui Maina that occurred on Satirday 4th March 2017. She hails from Ngano-ini Village, Gatuanyaga sub location, Naromoru Location, Kieni East District.

Daughter of Loise Wangui and the late Nahashon Kiiru. Wife of John Maina Macharia. Mother of Loise Wangui Kamiti, Anthony Macharia Maina, Carolinie Wanjiku Gitau and James Mwangi Maina. Sister of John Muraya, the late John Mureithi, Susan Wanjiru, Mary Nyambura, Michael Kariuki, Peter Gitonga and the late Charles Njaramba. Mother in law of William Kamiti, Kelvin Gitau and Lillian Nyawira.

Family, friends and relatives are meeting daily at her home in Ngano-ini village and at Three Shade Hotel – Thika starting at 7pm for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Outspan Hospital Mortuary Nyeri on Friday 10th March 2017 at 8.30am followed by funeral and burial service at her home in Ngano-ini Village, Gatuanyaga sub location stating at 12 noon.

“In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever.”

Benedetta Wanjiru Muange

It is with great sadness we announce the passing away of Benedetta Wanjiru Muange on 5th March 2017, while undergoing treatment for cancer at the Texas Cancer Center in Nairobi.

Daughter of the late Mutiso Kilea and Nziva Mutiso. Wife of Joshua Mbatha Muange. Mother of Frederick Muinde, Christine Mumbua, Bernard Musyoka, James Mbatha and Annastacia Munyiva. Sister of Kaluki Mutiso, Mwikali Mutiso and the late Victoria Mutiso. Mother in law of Naomi Ndinda, Loise Wangui and Rosemary Nduku. Grandmother of Muange, Bryan, Oliver, Ethan, Ryan and Esthon.

Prayers are being held daily at her home in Matungulu village, Matuu. Her funeral shall be held on Friday, 10th March 2017, from 11am.

Mum you fought a good fight, finished the race and kept the faith.

In God’s hands you rest, in our heart’s you live forever.

Rest in eternal peace.

Raphael Waita Ndolo

1914 – 27/02/2017

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of ‘ God’s will we announce the passing on of Raphael Waita Ndolo on 27-02-2017. He was the son of the late Ndolo Mutwota and the Late Theresia Wela of Kiliani village, Watema Location in Makueni County.

Husband of Susan Kola. Father of Thomas Ngui, Francis Ndoto, Benard Muli and Sylvester Mwau. Father-in-alaw of Zipporah Syumbua, Mary Muthue and Elizabeth Betty. Grandfather of Sospeter, Eunice, Barnabas, Nicholas, Vincent, Kevin, Irene, Ian and Eugene. Brother of the late Mutango, the late Mutio Ndolo, the late Boniface Munyeke, the late Peter Nyamai. Stepson of the late Mumo Ndolo. Step-brother of Joseph Mathuva, Francis Kilo, Tabitha Mbiki and the late Ndinda.

Relatives and friends are meeting at his home and at Garden Square (Nairobi) from 5p.m daily for funeral arrangements. There will be a fundraising on Wednesday 8th March 2017 to aid in the funeral arrangements. The cortege leaves Machakos Funeral Home on Saturday 11th March 2017 for burial at his home, Kiliani village starting 12 noon.

In God’s Hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever. Rest In Peace Nau

Sister Ignazia Pia Wambui Murai

2nd April 1930 – 3rd March 2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that the fraternity of the Consolata Missionary Sisters announce the passing on of our Rev. Sr Ignazia Pia Wambui Murai who served the Lord for over 60 years.

Sister Ignazia went to be with her Lord on 3rd March 2017 at the Consolata sisters’ residence, Nazareth.

Daughter of the late Senior Chief Ignatius Murai and the late Berarda Murugi Murai of Mugoiri, Murang’a County. Sister of Ambassador Emma Murai, the late Thomas Gakiria, the late Josephine Watiri Michuki, the late Stephen Macharia, Richard Roita, the late Patrick Mucheru, the late James Mwangi and Thomas Kimangu. Sister in law of Esther Mumbi Gakiria, the late Hon. John Njoroge Michuki, the late Phyllis Njoki Roita, Rebecca Wambui Mucheru and Esther Wangari Kimangu. Doting grandmother, great grandmother and aunty of many.

The requiem mass will be held on Thursday, 9th March 2017 at Our Lady of Mary Consolata Church, Riara next to Nazareth Hospital at 10.00am and thereafter internment at the Consolata Sisters’ Cemetery, Nazareth.

 

Dr Eliud Maina Wangusi

It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of Dr Eliud Maina Wangusi on Friday, 24 February 2017 in Arizona USA following a long illness bravely fought.

Born on 21 March 1942, Dr Wangusi was the first born son of the late Mr and Mrs Joram Fuchingo. Loving husband of Maryann Mwenja, and devoted father of John, Andrew, Joram, Nathan, Rebekah, Moses and the late Michael Mahalang’anga. Brother of the late Salome Wafula, the late Lydia Mwinamo, the late Ruth Sachida, Agnes Siakilo, Milcher Muhuyi, Elizabeth Vakhoya, Stephen Khisa and the late Peter Mwombe. Brother-in-law of the late Peter Wafula, John Mwinamo, William Barasa, Mulati Welamondi, Fridah Khisa, Rose Mwombe, the late Anthony Mwenja, Terry Kairu, the late Peter Muchai, James Mwenja, George Mwenja, Stephen Macharia and Caroline Ndirangu. Father-in-law of Edna Kuria and Elena Maina, and grandfather of MaryAnn, Eli, Jennifer, Rebekah, Maria, and Elian.

A harambee will be held on Tuesday 7th March 2017 from 5.30pm at Railways Club, Nairobi.

The remains will leave Arizona USA on 7th March 2017 for repatriation to his home in Maturu Village, Kakamega County, where the burial service will be held on Saturday 18th March 2017.

The Lord gives and the Lord takes, blessed be His name.

 

OLIVIA WENDY WAKONYO WAMUNYU

1st Year Anniversary and Unveiling of the Cross

On this day, One year ago (7th March 2016) you left us to he with the angeles above,

We think of you daily,

We think of you in silence.

We often speak your name,

All we have are memories and pictures of you

You memory is a keepsake from which well never depart.

God has you in His arms, and we have you in our hearts

Fondly missed by your Mum, Dad, Sister, Brother, Cousins, Nieces, Relatives and Friends.

We the family the Wamunyus wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to all those who walked with us during the difficult times.

May God richly ble you all

There will be a memorial service at

Olivia’s parent’s home in Tambaya,

Mukurweini, Nyeri on Saturday 11th March 2017 at 2pm.

You fought a good fight you finished the race.

Mayor James Ngoroi Kiviu

Death has occurred of Cllr James Ngoroi Kiviu Former Mayor Embu Municipality on 4th March 2017 after a short illness. Son of Kiviu Kinondo and Grace Igandu.

Husband of Nancy Wanjira Kiviu. Father of Jean Kiviu, Lucy Kiviu, Lynn Kiviu, the late Faith Kiviu. Father in law of Richard Siongoh. Brother of the late Samson Njagi, Njura Kiviu, Jedidah Ruguru. Step brother of Kiura Kiviu, Ibrahim Ciingu, late Charles Njogu and late Kigo Kiviu. Grandfather of Jean, Wamucii, Nancy Wacera, Moses Ngari, Lemayan Siongoh, Wacera Siongoh, Wachiira, Ian, Munene, Noel, Maina and Hope. He was uncle of many.

Friends and relatives are meeting for prayers and funeral arrangements at All Saints Cathedral on Tuesday 7th and Wednesday 8th 2017 from 5.30pm and at his Njukiri home starting at 4pm daily.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home on Friday 10th March 2017 at 7am for burial at his home in Kagumori Village, Mbuvori Location – Embu County.

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race and I have kept the faith” 2 Timothy 4:7

 

Peter Ndwiga Njerenga

In Loving Memory

20 years ago on this day, you flew away and left us to be with the almighty father. You left a void in our hearts that can never be filled. Your smile, kind nature, conviction and selfless love were a refreshing gift to our family. You were a loving son, brother, grandchild, nephew and dear friend. We feel blessed to have known you, even for a while. You are sorely missed by your loving mum Jane Njerenga, loving dad Justin Njerenga, brother Kevin Kariuki, sister -Georgina Njerenga-Kimathi, sister Terry Nierenga-Mutuma, nephews and nieces. (Petra, Paula, Kim,Tush, Njeru, Erica) family members and friends.

You are a Precious Child. Created out of love, a blessing from above. I’ve adored you from the start, and your little footprints touched my heart. A single teardrop represents the millions I have cried. My life never the same since you died. I wish you could have stayed longer with me, I’d watch you grow into all you could be.

Although we are apart, you are always in my heart. I dream of a joyful time when we will be reunited once again. Thoughts of you make me smile. You will always be My forever Child.

‘What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.

Rest in eternal peace dear Peter. We love you.

Jeanette Songa-Saraceno

APPRECIATION

3rd June 1982 – 27th January 2017

It has been a month since our cherished Eunice went to be with the Lord and the Saraceno and Songa families would like to extend our sincerest gratitude and appreciation to all the people who came forward to assist following her passing. Special mention goes to the Clergy, and all members of ACK St. Mark’s Church, Westlands; ACK St, Barnabas Church, Syomining Endebess.

To Lee Funeral Home, Precious Funeral Services Kitale, Phoenix Aviation and all other suppliers who made the planning and services as smooth as possible. We humbly thank you. To the leaders of KMPDU, the students and faculty of the anaesthesia department and all the doctors, as well as the Uongozi team who both offered support & prayers; words cannot express our gratitude to you all.

We could not have asked for a better support system from all the family, friends & neighbours (Kibagare way and Hatheru) who walked this journey with us. A thank you is not enough to express how we feel. To the Nyachae family, especially Mrs. Grace Nyachae; we shall forever be indebted. Lastly, to all those who sent contributions and donations via MPESA and GoFundMe, we shall forever treasure your kindness.

Our Precious Eunice is resting now and as a family, we know that the send-off we gave her was made possible largely because of all of you.

May God Bless you abundantly

 

 

Albert Awino Nyang’oma (Ondiek)

2/2/1969 – 10/2/2017

It is with humble acceptance of. God’s will that we announce the death of Albert Awino Nyang’oma (Ondiek) of the State Department of Housing and Urban Development, Ardhi House after a short illness.

Loving husband of Mrs. Millicent Atieno Awino and loving father of Vivian Achieng, Stacy Adhiambo and Sasha Atieno. Son of the late Mzee James Nyang’oma Ogwang’ and the late Mama Mariam Achieng Nyang’oma of Uyoma -South Ndigwa Sub-location. Son-in-law of the late Mzee Isaac Otieno and Mama Veronicah Achieng’ Abonyo of Uholo village. Brother of Ag. Bishop Joseph Paul Nyang’oma, Prof. Stephen Odundo, Benjamin Obunga, Rashid Otieno, Alice Ongoro, Silpher Achieng’, and Dorcus Amollo, among others. Brother-in-law of Fredrick Owino, Javanes Opiyo, Kennedy Otieno, and Margaret Akinyi among others.

Relatives and friends are meeting daily at his residence at Mbotela Government Staff Quarters – next to Makongeni Estate Block A door 70, and at his parents’ home in Lwala area, Ndigwa Sub-Location, Uyoma South. There will be a major hararnbee at Tumaini Meeting Centre (behind Kencom) Nairobi, 5th floor Room 5J on Wednesday 8th March, 2017 from 5.00 p.m.

The cortege leaves Chiromo Funeral Parlour on Thursday 16th March, 2017 at 3pm for an overnight vigil at his residence and leave Nairobi in the morning of Friday 17th March, 2017 for burial at his father’s home on Saturday 18th March, 2017 from 9am.

 In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you remain forever. Rest in peace “Ondiek”

Jane Wamucii Kimathi (Retired PCEA Elder)

5th September, 1936 – 5th March, 2017

We the family of the late Moses Kimathi Kimamo, with acceptance and thanksgiving announce the demise of our treasured Mum, Retired Elder of the PCEA Church Nyeri Presbytery, Jane Wamucii Kimathi on 5th March 2017.

Beloved daughter of the late Irungu Kihuni and late Catherine Gathoni.

Loving and present mother of Kimamo and Muringo,Wairimu and Mukunga, Muthoni and Kariuki, Irungu, late Grace and Jennifer,Wambui Kimathi, Wangui and Hon. Mwangi Kiunjuri – CS Ministry of Devolution and Planning.

Her daughters and sons gave her several tucucu and tucukuru, whom she lovingly doted on.

Sister of Kihuni & Mumbi, the late Wangui & late Muchiri, Wanjiru & Mukere, Kiragu Waihuini, Kagiri & Muthoni, Scola Irungu and the late Ambrose Gitonga. Sister-in-law of the late Samuel Kiruhi & Julia, Muringi & Waitara, the late Mary Muthoni, Elizabeth Wambui, Retired Elder Leah & Kihuni, Penis & late Mutuaruhiu, and Murage &Wanjiku.

Prayers are being held daily from 4.00 pm at her home in Giakanja, from Tuesday, 7th to Thursday 9th, at the Maziwa (Kiamumbi) residence of Mr & Mrs Kariuki Munyorokut from 5.30 pm and at St Andrews PCEA Church, Lecture Hall 3 from Tuesday 7th Wednesday 8th, March 2017.

The cortege leaves Nyeri Outspan Funeral Home on Friday 10th March at 8.30a .m for the funeral service and burial at her Giakanja Home.

Mwathani ahurukie Mami! Cucu Witu Kihuruko-ini Gitagathira

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

James Njoroge Samuel

It is with humble acceptance of Gods will that we announce the death of our beloved father Mr. James Njoroge Samuel.

Son of the late Samuel Njoroge and the late Billha Muthoni. Husband of Grace Mwihaki Njoroge. Loving and dear father of Nancy and Joe Gichung’wa, Edwin and Wambui Njoroge, Annie Millhouse, Peter and Dorothy Kamau, Priscilla and Daniel Barrett. Brother of the late Hosea Gatura, the late Joel Kanja, Hezron Njenga and the late Eunice Njeri. Grandfather of Stephanie, Hazel and Kevin Gichung’wa, Crystal, Nathan and McKenzie Njoroge, Kelsey and Dylan Kamau, Kayla, Sydeny, Kayden and Kylie Barrett.

Friends and family are meeting daily for prayers at South B, Golden Gate Estate, Hse # 75 and at All Saints Cathedral Church from today 5pm till Thursday 9/3/2017.

The cortege leaves Umash Funeral Home, Nairobi, on Friday 10th March 2017 at 9am for a funeral service at All Saints Cathedral at 10am. Burial will follow at Lang’ata Cemetery.

“I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race and kept the faith”. (2nd Timothy 4:7)

Rest In Peace Dad.

Benson Mwaniki Karanja (Wachiuri)

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Benson Mwaniki Karanja (Wachiuri) of Ndiara-Kimotho Village, Kanderendu Sub-location, Kigumo Sub-County, Murang’a County on Saturday, 4th March 2017.

Son of the late Karanja Mucheru and the late Keziah Wambui Karanja. Husband of Rose Wanjiru Mwaniki, father of Paul Karanja, Nancy Wambui, Daniel Mwangi, Beth Wairimu, Faith Wanjiku, Ruth Wangari, Alice Wanjiku, Margaret Gathoni and Esther Mukami. Brother of George Mwangi Karanja (formerly of KARI / KALRO), James Muchiri Karanja (KALRO-Thika), Jane Wangari Mwangi (Ardhi House), Elias Marina Karanja (MA-Thika) and Margaret Njoki Mungai (Jogoo House). Father-in-law of Gikuma, Kibaya, Kanyuru, Kiama and Kiragu, and grandfather of many.

Friends and relatives are meeting at his Ndiara-Kimotho home daily at 3p.m.

The cortege leaves Bishop Okoye Funeral Home on Friday, March 10, 2017 at 8.00 am for a graveside service and burial at his Ndiara-Kimotho home, Kanderendu sub-location, near Ndakaini Dam, at 10.00 am.

“It is the Lord who gave us Benson, it is Him who has taken him, may His name be glorified” Amen

Felix Muthusi Mathu Musai (Flex)

 1979 – 2017

It is with profound grief that we announce the untimely passing on of Felix Muthusi Mathu Musai (Flex) at Metropolitan Hospital on 25th February 2017.

Beloved son of Eliud Mathu Musai and Rosalia Mbuli Mathu. Loving husband of Olive Wanjiru. Father of Zawadi Mwende and Jabali Mathu. Brother of Ben Musai (USA), Evans Mwenga (Mwingi), Benta Kyalo (Intercontinental), Solomon Kasina (UAE) & Sammy Mathu (Necofa-Manitese). Son in law of Mary Karori and the late Dr John Karori. Brother in law of Ken, Kelvin, Anthony, Judy, Peter, Jane, Mariam & Immaculate. Uncle of Kelsey, Leon, Lenny, Jamie and Jeremy. Nephew of the Musais, Mbiti, Katuta, the late George, Samuel, Rita, Harrison, Kavunza, Kilau, the late Mbughu, the late Makaa, the late Ngove, Mutei, Mwendwa among others. Cousin of Solomon, Peter, Musai, Wayua, Racheal, Mwenga, Cecilia, Monica, Mutua John, Ndanu, Kongo, Mutisya, Cyrus, Fredrick, Mwikali, Mutwa, Kalisa among others.

Family relatives and friends are meeting for prayers and funeral arrangements at Norwich Union (Naiirobi) from 5pm daily and at Kavaini village Migwani and at his Buruburu home. A harambee will be held on Thursday 9th March 2017 at Norwich Union (Opposite Hilton Hotel) at 5pm.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home on Saturday 11th March 2017 for burial at his parent’s home in Kavaini Village, Thatani, Migwani sub-location, Kitui County.

“In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever”

Florence Owiyo Agumbi

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that announce the passing on of Florence Owiyo Agumbi on 23rd February 2017.

Wife of Clifford Omondi Agumbi. Daughter of the late Joseph Owiyo Ahero and Tabitha 0wiyo. Mother of Mona, Vivian, Brian and Ivor. Daughter in law of the late Timothy Agumbi and Jenifa Agumbi of Kamser Nyakongo Osika village.

The cortege leaves Aga Khan Hospital Mortuary Kisumu on 9th March 2017 at 10am for her home followed by burial on 10/3/2017.

There will be a major fundraising at Public Service Club Kisumu on Wednesday 8th March 2017 starting 5.00 pm

M-Pesa contributions paybill # 641889 A/C No. Type contributor’s name

“In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you remain forever”

Florence Njeri Munyua

We regret to announce the death of Florence Njeri Munyua in Nairobi Women’s Hospital.

She was Headmistress at Arusha Alliance Primary School.

Wife of George Mbwabo of Arusha, Tanzania. Daughter of the late Fredrick Munyua Mbugua and Margaret Njeri Munyua of Nkoroi, Ongata Rongai. Mother of Fredrick Munyua, Brian Mugo and Stella Nangusha. Sister of James Mbugua Munyua, Tirus Waiyaki, Francis Njoroge Munyua and George Njuguna. Niece of Francis Njoroge Gathunuku. Aunt, sister in-law and cousin of many.

There will be a fund-raising on Wednesday 8th March 2017 at Delta Hotel, University Way Nairobi, and Nkoroi from 5.00pm to settle hospital bills and funeral expenses.

Relatives and friends are meeting at Delta Hotel and Nkoroi from 5pm.

Burial will be held on Saturday 11th March 2017 at Lang’ata Cemetery.

Contacts: 0718 – 999 – 383 and 0722 – 597 – 079

 

Samuel Chege Mbugua

20/9/1939 – 4/3/2017

It is with great sadness and sorrow that we announce the departing of our beloved father, friend, and teacher, Samuel Chege Mbugua, the late husband to Susan Elizabeth Mbugua, on 4th March, 2017 at Nairobi Hospital.

He was a retired lecturer in Commerce and Business Administration at the University of Nairobi. Son of the late Erastus Chege Mbugua and the late Damaris Nyambura Mbugua. Brother of Naomi Wanjiku and Michael Ngugi. Beloved husband of Susan Elizabeth Mbugua, and loving father of Elizabeth Nyambura Mbugua, Naomi Wanjiku Dillard, MaryEllen Njambi McMellion, Margaret Muthoni Mbugua and Mbugua Robert Chege. Dear grandfather of Tevin Wanyoike, Alexandria Dillard, Jamie Dillard, Eli McMellion, Elouise Chege and Mbugua Benson Chege.

Family and friends are meeting daily for prayers at the residence of Susan Mbugua from 4pm to 6pm.

The funeral service will be held at Good Shepherd Church, Ngong Rd. on Friday 10th March, 2017 at 10am.

The cortege will then leave on Saturday 11th March, 2017 from Lee Funeral Home, Nairobi, at 7:30am, and arrive at his home in Nyeri for burial at 11am.

You were strong to the end, and remain our hearts forever

 

 

 

Lydia Wanjiru Muna

6/6/1937 – 2/3/2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the departure to be with the Lord of Sister in Christ Lydia Wanjiru Muna. Daughter of the late Esau Kinyanjui and Hazel Waithera Kinyanjui.

Daughter in law of the late Jeremia Manyara Muna. Sister of the late Peris, Isabel, the late Dorothy, Geofrey, Eunice, Aida, Jane and the late Janet. Sister in law of Mirriam, Bernice, Rosemary, the late Ephrahim, the late Appolos, Zebida, Apuphia, Chaicas and David. Mother of Elishebah King’ori, Joe King’ori, Jeremia Manyara, Elizabeth Manyara, the late Nicholus Wambugu, Hazel Wambugu, Empraim Karanja, Silva Karanja, Moses Ong’ong’a, Miriam Ong’ong’a. Grandmother of 16 grandchildren and great great grandmother of 7 children.

Funeral and burial to be held at Kijabe Mbauni Village on Thursday 9th March 2017 as from 9am.

There will be a memorial service today 7th March 2017 at 3pm at AIC Eldoret Church.

May the name of the Lord be glorified.

Mzee Eliud Mungai Njoroge

5/2/1940 – 27/2/2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of our beloved father, brother, grandfather and friend Nzee Eliud Mungai Njoroge of Kigumo Division, Muchichi Location, Murang’a County.

Son of the late Danson Njoroge Kabira and the late Monica Therero. Brother of Mary Waithera, Esther Wanjiru, the late Wanjiku, Mzee Joseph Ngugi (Meru) & Teresia Njoki. Loving husband of Susan Wangui. Doting father of Charles Mwangi, (Mengo), Regina Njoroge (Rombo), Christopher Mbau, Mr Joe of Joe Timber (Voi) and Fine Breeze (Nairobi Dagoretti Centre), Nancy Muthoni, Robert Mwaura, Mercy Njoroge, Grace Mutegi, Beartrice Njuguna, Simon Kamau, George Ruiru and Daniel Chomba. Grandfather and great grandfather of many.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at Voi Fine Breeze Hotel and Nairobi at Fine Breeze Hotel Dagoretti Corner from 7pm.

The cortege leaves KU Mortuary on Wednesday 8th March 2017 for burial at Kigumo Division, Muthithi Sub-Location, Gikondi-iche rui village, Murang’a County.

Daddy, Your have fought the good fight, you have finished the race.