Jemimah Wanjiru Kagonye

We the family of Mr. John Kagonye Ngururi and the entire Wathatu family convey our sincere gratitude and appreciation to the almighty God, relatives, in-laws, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers for the love, support and encouragement during the illness and subsequent promotion to glory of our beloved Jemimah Wanjiru Kagonye. We are extremely grateful for the moral support, through prayers, visits, calls, text messages and material that you accorded us.

Special thanks goes to PCEA Gateway Parish led by Parish moderator Rev. Jackson Mwirichia, Nyati district led by Elder Jane Gichane, Woman’s Guild, PCMF, Youth, Church School and the entire congregation for your overwhelming support. In addition, we express gratitude to PCEA Kimunyu Church, PCEA Evergreen Parish, AIPCA Gachoka, Kimunyu Catholic Church. ACK Kimunyu and other neighboring churches for your support.

We notably give thanks to Nyati neighbours, Mudima Group and the entire Thome community. Kirinyaga Road and the entire business community, our friends in Nairobi, Juja, Thika and elsewhere, Akima Spring Junior Academy, Straight Security Services, Kimunyu/Gachoka neighbors, the organizing committees at home (Thome and Kimunyu), Kirinyaga Road (Black & White House) and Impala Hotel, Parklands. We extend our appreciation to all the medical-staff at M.P Shah, Nairobi and Aga Khan Hospitals, Apollo Hospital in India, and in particular Dr. Oluoch Olunya. Since it is not possible to mention everyone by name, kindly accept this message of appreciation as a sign of our immeasurable  gratitude.

God bless you all. ThankYou.

Captain (Rtd) John Solomon Kibiwott

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Captain (Rtd) John Solomon Kibiwott which occurred on Thursday 8th June 2017.

Son of the Late Ex. Chief Solomon Kipsogei Kandie and the Late Mirriam Soti. Beloved husband of Irene Sogei Biwott. Father of Philip Kibiego, Dr. Carol Biwott Kipsaat (Karatina University), Doris Mengich (Kabarak University), Eric Biwott (Chesogor Secondary), Mrs. Jennifer Biwott Tanui (Remo Bookshop) and Nancy Biwott Rop (Soroiyot School). Father-in-law of David Kipsat (SCDE Nandi North), Jacob Mengich (Boresha Sacco), John Tanui (MOE), Fred Kiprob (Kaps Sacco). Bother of Late James, William, Reuben, Esther and Anne. Uncle of Morris, Kibet, Naomi, Nick, Beatrice, Chela, Cheruto among others. Grandfather of Chill, Kimutai, Kibet, Nathan, Charity, Victor, Chepkurui, Linda, Ezra, Michel, Solomon Kibiwott Joy, Chebet, Cherop, Gedion, Chepkoech, Korir, Keith, Coilirts and Giddy.

The cortege leaves Eldoret Hospital today Friday 16th June 2017 at 2.00 pm for a church service at AIC Waunifor. Burial service will be held on Saturday 17th June 2017 at his farm in Chesogor,Village Uasin Gishu County.

We loved you but God loved you more.

Mary Theresia Mumbi Macharia

1949 – 10/6/2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Mrs Mary Theresia Mumbi Macharia on Saturday 10th June 2017 at the Nairobi Women’s Hospital. Daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Pharis Macharia Kiragu and Maryann Njambi of Karunga Ndumberi Kiambu County. Loving mother of Stephen Muiruri (Kawaida), the late Jane Njeri. Maryanne Njambi – Italy, Viriginia Wanja (Diani Mombasa) and the late John Macharia. Doting sister of Serah Mukuhi Ndungu (Kanunga), Margaret Wangari Nginyo Kariuki (Limuru), Grace Njeri Thomas (Kangari Murang’a), the late James Kiragu, Francis Gitau Macharia (Sharp) – Githiga,Viriginia Wanja Mburu (Karunga) and the late Cecilia Wanjiku. Sister-in-law of Hon Lawrence Nginyo Kariuki (Limuru), Joseph Ndungu Rubia (Kanunga), Felistas Wangui Gitau (Matuguta School) and Thomas Njuguna Wamugunda (Kangari Murang’a). Mother-in-law of Teresia Wairimu (Kawaida). Grandmother of Terry, Edgar, Kate, Aunt of Kariuki,Violet,Wangari and among others.

Meetings are taking place daily at the Ndumberi -Karunga family home and at her residence in Dandora Phase 111.

Elvis Ochieng Ragot

It is with deep regret that we announce the death of Elvis Ochieng Ragot, which occurred on 25th May 2017.

Son of the late Francis Ragot and Eunice Ochanjo of Royal Golf Club Nairobi. Grandchild of the late Zablon Ochanjo and Monica Auma Ochanjo. Nephew of Erick, Roseline, Eunitor, Doreen, Grace, Rosemary, Eunice and the late Edwin, Domans and Jeckton. Brother of Brian, Sharon and Brenda. Cousin of Daniel, Ouma, Damaris, George, Fred, Evans, Linda, Ken, Carol, Winnie, Millicent, Regan, Alfine, Diana, Albright, Tonny and many others.

The cortege leaves Chiromo Mortuary on Thursday 15th June 2017. Burial will be on Saturday 17th June 2017 at Kano Kabonyo, Kadibo Division, Kawino Sub Location Odienya School.

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

Jagjit Singh Kular

16/4/1942 – 12/6/2017

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the death of Mr. Jagjit Singh Kular which occurred on 12th June 2017. Son of the late Bachittar Singh and Gurbachan Kaur. Husband of Sukhvinder Kaur. Father of Kiran and Aman. Grandfather of Nay. Brother of the late Hardial Singh and the late Hardev Singh.

Jagiit was a distinguished hockey player. He represented Kenya at the Mexico 1968 and Munich 1972 Olympic Games, the Barcelona 1971 and Amsterdam 1973 World Cups.

Later in Canada he was involved in coaching, administration and management of the national team there.

His funeral will take place on Tuesday 20th June 2017, in Toronto, Canada.

Waheguru         Waheguru

Teresia Njoki Kahuro

27/7/1943 – 17/6/2011

Mom, Sometimes it seems like it was just yesterday that we said goodbye to you. Other times it feels like it has been forever. It’s hard to put into words the emptiness that we feel in our hearts and in our lives without you.

But the joy of the Lord has been our strength and our comfort and we know that you are watching over us from heaven above.

We miss you and we love you so very much.

Fondly remembered by your children Bernard Makumi, Joseph Ng’ang’a and Caroline Wangui.

Mrs. Rose Norah Aliaro Anam

September 7, 1952 – June 13, 2017

It is with profound grief and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the untimely transition of Mrs. Rose Norah Aliaro Anam on Tuesday, June 13, 2017. Mama Norah was the daughter of the late Shadrack Omusinde and the late Lydia Tsisiche Omusinde. Wife of the late John Dishon Abonyo Anam and Co-wife of Jennifer Anam. Mother of Jacqueline Mogeni (Council of Governors), Elizabeth Ngari (Australia), Neville Matar (Australia) and Ronald Abonyo. Mother in law of Okongo Omogeni, Frank Ngari, Norah Matar and Jane Anam. Grandmother of Kami, Gekara, Okongo Junior, Aliaro, Shanice, Kelsie, Shifra and Jabali.

Step mother of Petronilla, Beatrice, Monica, Bernard, Sophia, Bwuora, late Pauline, late Atieno, Bobby, Odhiambo, Taja, Olindi and Anyango. Sister of Beatrice Khayemba, Benson Maube, David Namai, Grace Fadamula, Winfred Mbati, the late Eunice Oteyo and Josephine Akhamwa among others.

Sister in law of: Mr and Mrs Ondiek Ng’inja, Waya Mary, Mr and Mrs Steve Makanga and aunt of Alice Aluvale, Dorcas Amanya (UK), Winnie Ambuka (US), Lydia Khaemba and John Omulubi among others .

Prayer meetings will be held at All Saints Cathedral at 5:00 pm on Monday, June 19, 2017. A fundraising will be held at the same venue on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at 5:00pm. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Charity Ngunju Kirakura

Sunrise: 1927 – Sunset: 13th June 2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Charity Ngunju Kirakura. Wife of the late Leonard Kirakura Murage and daughter of the late Gachini Mwambia and Nyambura Gachini. Sister of the late Nyaguthii, the late Mwambia and Muthoni. Mother of Julius Nderitu Kirakura of Chips inn (Karatina), Lucy Wanjiru Chege of Shelter Holdings (Nrb), the late Ephraim Gachini, Christopher Kariuki (Besty Ruai), Rosalind Gathoni Wanjau formally of AAR, the late Betty Nyaguthii, Chrispus Mathenge, the late Claire Wambui, Mercy Watare of Mercy Junior Academy Purity Waruguru of Angaza Real Estate and Festus Wangai (Warch Designers and Builders). She hailed from Gatiko village Kirimukuyu location, Nyeri County. Co-wife of the late Rispa Ngina Kirakura. Mother-in-love of Jane Wambui Ndiritu, Arch.Arthur D.0 Mukuha (Conarch Associates), Florence Mukii Kariuki, Michael Wanjau Karige and Margaret Mumbi Wangai. Grand mother of Weston Kirakura Ndiritu, Patricia Nyawira, Francis Wachira,Victor Mwangi, Tom Mukuha Chege, Eric Kirakura, Edwin Muruga, Antony Murage, Josephine Ngunju, Leonard Kirakura, Lilian Wanjiku, Kevin Karige, Charity Nyawira,Tiffany Mumbi, Fred Kevin Kirakura, Nyaguthii, Denis Kamande Muiruri, Linet Wanjiru, Phiney Kariuki, Daisy Nyambura, Stacy Nyawira, Shalon Nyawira Wangai and Lenny Kirakura. Great-grand mother of Henry, Reagan, Jacob, Arthur, Aesha, Aden, Lina, Hilda, Arthur, Liam, and Sydney.

Family and Friends are meeting for Prayers and funeral arrangements in her home in Gatiko Village. Kirimukuyu Location, Nyeri County. Meetings in Nairobi will be held at Blue Hut, Ngara from 6.00pm. The cortege leaves Tumu Tumu Hospital Mortuary on Tuesday 20th June, 2017 at 8.00am followed by a church service at Gatiko PCEA Church at I0.00am.

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith” (2Tim 4:7)

Rest in peace Mum.

Jemimah Asiko -Opiyo

1st Anniversary

Jemimah, it’s been 365 days since you sadly departed from us, we have realised that in grieving one never heals from the pain and emptiness of losing a loved one. We just simply learn to live one day at a time with a heartache that gradually becomes a part of us.

Though you are gone, you are still fondly remembered for your compassion and friendship, your laughter and sense of humour, your hardworking nature and integrity plus your very strong values and discipline, your great respect and love for everyone you met in life and above all your love for cooking. Every moment we spent with you is a moment forever cherished in our hearts. You were a great parent to your children and also a loving daughter to your parents and only sister to your brothers. We celebrate your life even in death and every day because you made the world a brighter and better place for many.
Babygal you were loved and cherished by many and now sadly missed by many especially your (Baby Gal) husband Antony Opiyo, your children Jason, Jane and Mabel, your parents Jacob and Mabel Manyasa, the Opiyo’s, the Oruko’s, your siblings Paul, Robert and Erastus Manyasa, your cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws, aunties, uncles, all relatives far and wide, friends and colleagues.

Our loved ones never leave our side, even if death do us part, their souls still remain safe in our hearts, unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, still missed and held so dear. We will love and cherish you forever. Nyasaye has you in his arms, we have you in our hearts.

Baby gal, May your soul continue to rest in perfect peace. Amen

Esther Odanga Murunga

16/2/1953 – 6/6/2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will we announce the promotion to glory of Mama Esther Odanga Murunga after a short illness at the Nairobi hospital.

Wife of Sisco Elisha Murunga. Mother of Cosmas, Irene, David, Martha and Mercy Murunga. Mother-in-law of Remnant Mwanahiba of USA, grandmother of Lucinda Judith Mwanahiba and Nellie Esther Mwanahiba USA. Daughter of the late Chief David Odanga and Martha Mudonyi of Sabatia Maragoli. Daughter-in-law of the late Benjamin Elisha Ateka and Florence Amukowa of Ebusikhale Epang’a Luanda Constituency. Sister-in-law of Alice, Emmy, Caren, Lucy, Bilhah, Catherine, Evaline and Damaris.

Burial will take place on June 17th 2017 Ebusikhale sub-location Luanda Constituency Vihiga County.

Rev 14:13  Blessed [are] the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.