Dr. James Birundu Motanya

It is with utmost sorrow that we announce the sudden death of Dr. James Birundu Motanya, Deputy Director Medical Services, Nakuru County which occurred on 12th July 2017 in Naivasha.

Husband of Linet Misati Birundu (PSC), Father of Elvis Birundu (Nairobi School), Sharon and Baraka (Jonathan Gloag Academy). Son of Agnes Motanya and the late Mzee Philip Motanya of Sinyereri scheme, Kitale. Eider brother of Jacob Motanya, (South Africa), Joseph Motanya (Sony Sugar), Peter Motanya (Papua New Guinea) and Ann Kerubo Motanya.

The body is lying at Umash funeral home Nairobi. Friends and family are meeting in Nairobi at Railways Club on Monday 17th July 2017 and Wednesday 19th July 2017 from 5pm and in Kitale at his residence in Bidii farm, behind Bidii SDA church, Kitale daily.

Burial will be at Bidii farm (Daktari’s home) behind Bidii SDA church, Kitale on 21st July 2017.

Funeral fundraising in Kitale &Nairobi at Railways Club will be on Wednesday 19th July 2017.

Contributions can be made to Paybill No No: 925127, Account Name: Your Name

In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you remain. Rest in Peace Doc

Shri Virendra Hariprasad Dave

It is with deep regret and sorrow that we announce the demise of Shri Virendra Hariprasad Dave on 15th July, 2017 in Nairobi.

Son of the late Hariprasad Dave and the late Mangla Hariprasad Dave, husband to Chhaya Virendra Dave, father of Rena and Rishi, father-in-law of Matthieu and Surbhi, grandfather of Alexandre and Elena, brother of Prasan Dave,the late Kirit Davedayendra Dave and Meenakshi Dave, son-in-law of the late Zaver Chand Keshavp and the late Amrit Ben Zaver Chand Shah.

Last respects may be paid at Navnat Bhavan, Nairobi between 1pm and 2pm on Monday, 17th July 2017. The cortege will leave Navnat Bhavan at 2pm on Monday 17th July 2017. The funeral will be held at the Hindu Smashan Bhumi, Kariokor at 3:30pm on Monday 17th July, 2017. The prayer dates will be announced later.

Om Shanti Shanti Shanti

Ambassador Bethuel A. Kiplagat

It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Dr.Ambassador Bethuel Abdu Kiplagat after a long illness bravely borne.

Ambassador Kiplagat was a devout Christian and a great patriot who played a key role in peace making in Kenya, the Horn of Africa and across the continent. His life-long service to Kenya was felt in many ways. He was instrumental in the introduction of microfinance in Kenya, the modernisation of the Nairobi Securities Exchange and played an integral role at the onset of the crafting of the 2010 Kenya Constitution. His dedication to Kenya exemplified him as a statesman, civil servant and great friend to many.

Dr. Ambassador Bethuel A. Kiplagat was the son of the late Rajab Kimagut Boin and the late Hadija Jepkirech. Loving husband of Lay Cannon Honorine Kiplagat. Doting father of Richard and Eva, Sahondra and Nirina Kiplagat. Grandfather of Kigen, Nandi and Kendi Kiplagat.

Family and friends are gathering for daily prayers and funeral arrangements from Monday 17 July at 5:30pm at St Marks Church,Waiyaki Way. The funeral service will be at St Marks Church,Waiyaki Way on Thursday, 20th July at 10:00am. Parking will be available at the Westlands Primary School, located on School Lane.

The burial will be at his home in Mosoriot, Nandi County on Saturday, 22nd July from 10:00am.

Blessed are the peace-makers: for they shall be called children of God. (Mt: 5.9)

 

Peter Kariuki  Kamau

1959 – 2017

We humbly accept the will of God to rest Mwalimu Peter Kariuki who until his demise was a Kisvvahili teacher at Thimbigwa Secondary School and formally at Senior Chief Koinange High School.

Husband of Nancy Wairimu. Son of Serah Wangui Kamau and the late Joseph Kamau Kariuki. Father of Martha Wangui, Dr. Antony Kamau, Eng. Evans Nganga and Leah Njambi. Brother of Reverend Samuel Chege, Samson Njuguna, Solomon Mwaniki, Anne Nyambura, Duncan Kimani, Francis Muniu and the late Ruth Wanjiku. Doting Grandfather of Alvin Kariuki.

Mwalimu hails from Kathpat Estate, Kiambaa Sub County in Kiambu County. Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his home.

There will be a memorial service at ACK Thimbigwa on Monday17th July 2017 starting at 12.00 noon. The cortege leaves Nazareth Hospital on Tuesday 18th July 2017 at 9.00 am. This will be followed by a burial service at his farm at Kathpat Estate next to the grave site.

In our hearts you remain forever.

Wilson Kaaria M’uteraundu

11/11/1952-10/07/2017

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Rtd. Senior teacher Mr. Wilson Kaaria M’utwerandu a.k.a Kiambambi, Ogiek, on 10th July 2017 after a short illness at Nkubu Consolota Mission Hospital.

Loving husband of Rid Snr. teacher Rebecca Wawira Kaaria. Beloved father of Martha Karimi (ABC Bank), Eng. Joshua Gituma (Scheneider Electrical Lid), Lucy Mukami (Interriedia Survey Institute), Romano Munene (Enterpreneur) and Noel Murithi (Reaserch consultant). Father-in-law of Gladdy’s, Edith and Gloria. Adorable grandfather of Glen Victor, Leon, Vincent, Becky and Vardiana. Son of the late Baranabas M’utwerandu and Julia Karambu M’utwerandu. Brother of Gatobu, Kimathi, Mbae, Nyai, Gakii, Mawira and Kainda. Uncle of many. Family and friends are meeting daily at her Home in Bwonyaine village, Gaatia Area Nkubu, Meru County and Garden Square Nairobi starting 5:00 pm everyday.

The cortege leaves Nkubu Mission Hospital on Friday 21st July 10:00 am for a funeral service at St Mary Immaculate Catholic Church Gaatia and thereafter the burial at his home in Bwonyaine

The fear of the lord is the beginning of wisdom, and Knowledge of the holy one is understanding. Proverbs 7:10.

Shadrack Namunyu Sakwa

Sunrise: 1931 Sunset 2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Mzee Shadrack Namunyu Sakwa at Tanaka Nursing Home in Busia on July 4.

He hails from Sikinga village, Bukhayo East, Busia County. Son of the late Mzee Zachary Sakwa and the late Mama Miriam Nafula.

Husband of the late Florence Nakimwei, Sabina Oundo and Julia Asangire.

Father of the late Ayub, the late Naomi, Leonard, the late Sakwa, Sebastian, George, Linus, Ernest, Nelson, Maurice, Samson, Grace, Hellen, Elizabeth, the late Gladys, the late Alice, Electine, Maureen, Anarita, Susan, Noel and Caren.

Brother of Stephen Makokha and Zakayo Ndombi. Step-brother of the late Muafu, Petro, the late Ongoma, Sembeya, Absalom, Onyango, Meshack, Wycliffe Namusonge among others. Step- sisters include; Eliana, Khabunga, Hendrika, Teresa Nakhumwa, Florence Aoko. Brother-in-law of Dickson, Christopher, Edward, Absalom, Madesto, Francis Nawade, the late Obonyo, the late Sitati, Makhandia Okhang’o, Imoo, Eprong’, ljakaa, Masake.

Father in-law of Peter, Beatrice, Clement, Willis, Philip, Julius, among others. Grandfather of Isaac, Esther, Mercy, Antonina, Yvonne, Rehema, Samuel, Velma, Specious, Adam and Namunyu Junior among others.

Great-grandfather of Geraldine, Baraka, Favour, Mwende, Naomi, Gared and Imani among others.

The cortege leaves Tanaka Nursing Home on Saturday July 15 2017. Funeral

service and burial will be held at his home, Sikinga.

In God’s hand you rest, in our hearts you remain forever. Rest in peace.

Dr. Joseph Cheruiyot

 15/5/ 1963 – 10/7/2017

We regret to announce the death of Dr. Joseph Cheruiyot of Chongenwo Village, Konoin Constituency, Bomet County:

Husband of Edna Cheruiyot, Father of Mercy Chebet, Kenneth Lang’at, Diana Chepngetich and Brian Kipkirui.

Son of the late Simon Muge and Evaline Muge. Son-in-law of the late Samuel Kobel and Grace Kobel. Brother of Wiliam Cheruiyot, Leah Tuei, Ann Mutai, Emily Kirui and Mary Koech. Brother-in-law of Annah Cheruiyot, Julius Tuei, Richard Mutai, Vincent Kirui and Samuel Koech.

Father-in-law of Immanuel Lang’at and Grand father of Elvis Kipruto.

Funeral arrangements are ongoing in Nairobi and at home Cheptagum farm. There will be a fundraiser at home on Sunday 16th July, 2017 to offset funeral expenses.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta National Hospital Mortuary on Monday 17th July, 2017 and burial will take place on Tuesday 18th July 2017.

We loved you and will always miss you. Rest in eternal peace

Phyllis Wambui Mwangi

27 March 1942 – 13 July 2017

Beloved and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, counsellor_ and faithful servant, of our Lord Jesus Christ.

We regret to announce the death of Phyllis Wambui Mwangi after a long illness borne with the aplomb that characterized her life.

Friends and family will meet daily from 4pm at her house on Kabira Road, Riruta, Nairobi.

Funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.

Friends and family who wish to make contributions may do so via Paybill No 881117 Account: Phyllis

“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are posted away”(Rev 21:41

Mr. Nalin Dahyabhai Patel

With great sorrow, we announce the sad demise of:

Mr. Nalin Dahyabhai Patel

of Gada Gam.

He was son of the late Dahyabhai Hathibhai and Shantaben Dahyabhai Patel of Gada. Husband of Kamini Patel.

He was father of Sheena Patel. He was brother of Mahendrabhai (Abyssinia Iron and Steel Limited and Prime Steel Mills Limited), Prafulbhai (U.K.), Vijay (U.K.), Sarojben (India), Mandaben (Kampala), Jayshree (U.S.A.). He was brother-in-law of Indiraben, Pushpaben (U.K.), Harshida (U.K.), Rameshchandra (India), Jagdishbhai (Kampala), Dr.Yogi (U. S.A.).

The cortege will depart his residence at Livingstone Villas, Peponi Gardens, off Peponi Road, Nairobi on Saturday, 15 July 2017 at 11.30 am and funeral will take place at 12.00 pm at Hindu Samshan Bhumi, Kariokor, Nairobi.

Prayer meeting will be held on Saturday, 15 July 2017 at Navnat Bhavan, General Mathenge Road, Westlands from 6.00 pm to 7.00 pm.

‘He will be deeply missed by all family and friends’

Om Shanti Shanti Shanti

Catechist Mama Consolata Aoko Ochoro

1st Anniversary / Will always be missed

In our hearts, we think of you but that is nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday and the day before that too.

We think of you in silence, and often speak your name.

Now all we have are memories and your beautiful picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake with which we’ll never part.

God has you in his keeping and we have you in our hearts.

There we hold you close within and there you shall remain,

To walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again.

So rest in peace dear loved Mum and thanks for all you’ve done

We pray that God has given you, the crown you have truly won.

Because you fought for it, while on this world.

We believe that you’ve joined dad (Edward) and the others who had left us but here on earth you are dearly missed by your family, relatives and friends.

The mass will be held on the 26th of August 2017, at her home in Seme Sub County, Kombewa Division, Kasimori village, Nyatigo area and will be led by Father Kenneth of Reru Parish.

Sometimes I just look up, Smile and say?” I know that was you”.

 

John Dickson Ngolania

Sunrise: 1916 – Sunset: 7/7/2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Mr. John Dickson Ngolania which occurred on Saturday 7th July 2017 at his home in Katanga village, Kangundo Sub -County.

First born son of the late Mr and Mrs Ngolania Musembi. Husband of Anna Kalondu. Father of Agnes Mulei, Cyrus Ndambuki, Bibian Ndunge, Sarah Ndungwa, Grace Kamene, Samson Kilo of Nairobi City County, Timothy Kimanthi and the late Janet Mwikali. He is also succeeded by in laws, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Funeral arrangements are taking place daily starting at 5:30 pm at his home in Katanga village, Kangundo Sub-County, Antonio’s Restaurant opposite Cardinal Otunga Building, Nairobi.

The burial will take place at his home at Katanga village on Tuesday 18th July 2017.

“What we have once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us”

Fredrick Gituma Nkanata

We regret to announce the untimely passing on of Fredrick Gituma Nkanata, Director Githongo Tea Factory, which occurred on Tuesday, 11th July 2017.

Loving husband of Grace Kirigo Gituma. Son of the lateJjaphet Nkanata and Late Charity Nkirote. Son-in-law of Misheck Kaunda and Rachael Misheck. Father of Fridah Mukiri Kiogora, Brendan Makena Mutwiri, Cameline Kendi, Keffah Koome, Kenfrey Murangiri and Kennedy  Murerwa. Brother of Kimathi & Hellen, Muriungi & Alice, Mwongera I& Keziah, Mutuma & Sheilah and Kinyua & Mary. Father-in-law of Patrick Mutwiri and Martin Kiogora. Grandparent of Shane Mwendwa,Tashley Kawira and Shanelle Gatwiri. Cousin of many.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at home Kauru Village, Nduruma Sub Location, Kithirune Location, Meru County and at Joycem Plaza Nkubu starting a 6.00pm. The cortege leaves Meru Funeral Home on Monday 17th July 2017 at 9.00am for a burial and funeral service at his home Kauru Village, Kithirune on the same day.

Joel Kiprono Limo

19/04/1949 – 10/07/2017

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of our beloved Joel Kiprono Limo of Kapsabet Namgoi. Loving husband of Miriam Limo. Father of Noah Rono, Hellen Kibor, the late Edwin, Amos Kipkogei, Issac Limo, Nelson Kipkemei,Raymond, Kelvin, Eliud, Michael, Felistus, Faith, Mercy and Walter. Son of the late Thomas Suge and the late Mary Thomas. Brother of the late Dayid Limo, the late Stanley Limo and the late Zubeda. Brother-in-law of Jennifer and Roselyn. Son-in-law of the late James and Late Truphena Rotich. Father-in-law of Ezekiel, Edith, Cecilia, Ziporah, and Caro. Grandfather of Hamida, Kimberly, -Christian, Nano, Karl, Chemutai, Natalie, Joash, Nivian, Leon and Ashley. Great grandfather of Ramla. Uncle and friend to many.

There will be a fundraising on Saturday 15/7/2017 at his home. The cortege leaves MTRH Farewell home on Monday 17/7/2017 for his home in Kapsabet. Burial will be held on Tuesday 18/7/2017 at his home, Namgoi, Kamatargui Village.

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

Benson Muthuri Muriuki

 14.9.1987 – 9.07.2017

It is with profound sadness to announce the death of our beloved Benson Muthuri Muriuki of KCB Bank Kenya Ltd – Chogoria Branch.

Loving husband to Faith Kinya and father to Samantha Mwende. Son of Joses Muriuki M’rachi and Letisia Karuki Mwamba. Brother to Eric Mutugi, Betty Kaimenyi, Antony Kinoti, Frida Makena and Purity Kagwiria.

Family and friends are meeting at Igoji, their home and Safari Cafe Chogoria for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Consolata Hospital Mortuary – Nkubu town on Saturday 15th July 2017 at 9.00am for a funeral service and burial at their Karandine home near Kinooro market – Igoji.

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

Solomon Mukiri Karanja (Kiri)

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of Solomon Mukiri Karanja (Kiri). Son of Mr. James Karanja (former Nyahururu Mayor) and Mrs. Jerioth Wairimu Karanja. Loving husband of Slyvia Wairimu Mukiri. Beloved father of Shannel Wairimu Mukiri. Brother of P.G. Karanja (Nairobi) and Meshilum Murukia Karanja (Nyahururu). Nephew of Solomon Mtikiri Karanja, (Nairobi), Dr. Muita Kihagi (South Africa), Edward Kabucho Nyahururu), John Kahwai (Nyahururu), Charles Karanja Nairobi), Mrs. Flora Kinuthia (Nairobi), Mrs.Alice Wambui Kinyanjui (Nairobi), Rahab Waithira (Nairobi), Mrs. Alice Karanja (Nakuru) and Mrs.Wanjiru Kiragu (Nakuru), mong others.

Family and friends are meeting daily at his parents’ home and at Jimrock Hotel, Nyahururu, starting at 5.00pm. The cortege leaves Nyahururu County Referral Hospital Mortuary on Wednesday, 19/7/2017 at 8:30am. Burial service follows thereafter at the family farm in Marmanet Scheme, Plot No. I, Laikipia County. For more information, please contact 0722 326 435.

I know that my Redeemer lives, and at last he will stand upon the earth (Job 19:25).  

Albert Kigera Waireri

It’s with profound shock we announce the passing on of Albert Kigera Waireri of Molo Town.

Husband of Loise Njoki Mukuria -Kigera. Son of the late Waireri Kigera and the late Winnie Wanjiku Waireri. Step son of Zipporah Njeri Waireri, Josephine Wambui Waireri and Mary Wangari Waireri. Brother of the late Maryann Wariara Karume,Jane Mukuhi Kanyoro,Paul Njenga Waireri, Francis Thuo Waireri, Josephine Kigotho, Ngugi Waireri, Nyakio Karau, Walter Kigera Waireri, the late Charles Mbugua, Anthony Njoroge, Anastacia Njuguna, David Kigera Waireri among many others.

Loving father of the late Henry. Waireri Kigera, the late Kenneth Mukuria, Florence Wanjiku Njau, Pauline Wambaire, Leah Wariara Nkomo Hannah Kigera and Jane Mukuhi Ngure.Children of Christine Wangeci Gichigi are Dr Martin Ndegwa Gichigi, Caroline Wanjiku Gichigi, James Wairiri Gichigi and lastly Paul Njenga Gichigi, Father-in-law of Clement Njau, Mduduzi Mkomo and Joe Ngure. Grandfather of Sophie, Berrick, Ian, Njoki among others.

Funeral arrangements are being held from today 14th July at The United Club and at ‘his home in Molo. Cortege leaves PNN funeral home Nakuru on 18th July at 9am. For burial at the family home in Turi, Nakuru County.

Faith Wangechi Wanderi

Sunrise 1924 – Sunset 11/07/2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the demise of Faith Wangechi Wanderi on 11/07/2017 at Nairobi Women’s Hospital Adams after a short illness.

Wife of Philip Wanderi Kanyenye and Co-wife of Charity Wanjiku. Sister of the late Wambugu, late Wothaya and late Wanjiru. Mother of the late Gathoni, Ndung’u Wanderi (jimly), the late Kanyi,Wambugu Wanderi, Mary Wanjiku, Riguu Wanderi, Grace Wanjiru and Naomi Wothaya. Step Mother of Maina, Njeri, Kirigo, Mathenge, Gachuhi,Wanjiru,Warui, Gathoni and Wangari. Mother-in-law of the late Mwangi, the late Lydia Ndungu, Margaret Ndungu, Joan Kanyi, Lucy Riguu,Wangari Wambugu, Nyaga and Waithima. Aunt, grandmother and great grandmother of many.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily on week days at All Saints Cathedral Nairobi from 5.00pnn and at her home in Kihome, Mahiga, Othaya daily for prayers. The cortege will leave KU mortuary on Wednesday 19th July 2017 at 7.30am for the burial ceremony at Kihome AIPCA church at 11.00am, thereafter she will be laid to rest at her home Kihuri Village, Kihome, Othaya, Nyeri County.

In God’s hand you peacefully rest, in our hearts you remain forever.

Johnson Gacheru Kamau

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of Mr. Johnson Gacheru Kamau which occured on 9th July 2017 following a short illness.

Son of the late George Kamau and Bilha Muthoni. Husband of Joyce Waceke. Father of the late Anne Nyawira, George Kamau (Germany), Rose Wangui (KEBS), Paul Kinyua (2NK Sacco), and Joseph Thiga. Father-in-law of Symon Murimi, Carol Njoki, Luke Maina, and Lucy Wambui. Brother of Joseph Thiga, Edward Mwangi (MK), Joyce Wambui and Gladys Wangechi. Grandfather of Kui, Ceke, Kari, Joy ,Peace, Angela, Cheru.

Friends and family are meeting daily at his home in Mukangu Village. The cortege leaves Jamii Nursing Home, Karatina on Monday 17th July 2017 at 9 am for church service at PCEA Mukangu Church and there after the burial at his home in Mukangu Village.

,

Eunice Waigumo Ndiritu  

1st Anniversary and Appreciation

Mzee Immanuel Ndiritu Theuri and Family commemorates one year since your departure

The gap you left has been hard to fill, but we are encouraged to know that you are with your maker. The memories of your love, sense of humor, stories and laughter will forever linger in us.

We take this opportunity to thank all our extended family, friends and neighbors who stood with us during this difficult time.

We sincerely appreciate the congregations of Munyu PCEA Parish; PCEA Immanuel Church Huhoi-ini; and the Moderator of PCEA Langata Parish Rev. Maina and the entire congregation for their support throughout the funeral arrangement period.

Kindly accept our heartfelt appreciation as sign of our immeasurable gratitude and may God bless you all

Janet Semo

It’s with deep sorrow and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Janet Semo which occurred on 4th July 2017. Daughter of the late Josephat Semo and Dina Semo. Janet and Dickson Nakhisa had two children, MollyVihenda (Wetangula, Adan & Co. Advocates) and Chris Obando.

Step Mother of Griffin. Sister of Rose Olasya, Harrison Semo, Alice Maina, the late Edward, Eng. Julius Semo and Lydia Semo. Sister-in-law of Naftali Olasya, John Maina, Benson Mulanya, Repher among others.

Aunt of Benard, Bolivia,Anne, Lydia, Kevin, Peter, Evon, Diana, Ian, Nobert, Collins among others. Grandmother of Lindsey, Moly, Chris, Abby and Joel. Niece of the late Sofia,Trufosa Mbalanya, Peris & Dorcas. Niece of late Amuko and Alfred Olimba,Ajinja kisia, Charles, among others.

The cortege left Nairobi Womens Hopspital yesterday 13th July 2017.There will be a church service at her home on Friday 14th July 2017at 2pm. Burial will take place on Saturday, 15th July 2017at her home in Mbanacho, Likuyani, Kakamega County.

Rachel Muthoni Stephen (Ntii)

1918-2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Rachel Muthoni Stephen that occurred on 12th July 2017.

Daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs. Mwanu. Wife of late Stephen Magambo Mungiiria, Sister to late Kathuguci, Kiacia and late Kanyua.

Mother of Tom & late Prof. Ciriaka Kithinji, Lucy & late Mbae, Teresa & Dr. Riungu, Wanja Munyugi, late John, Ceasar & Catherine and Luke & Kate.

Stepmother of Kinoti, Nduuru, Marangu and Kawira. She is survived by 25 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.

Family and friends will be meeting for prayers at Holy Family Basilica, Cardinal Otunga plaza, Sts. Perpetua and Felicitas from 5:30 PM on Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th July 2017.

Burial details will be announced later.

Monicah Wambui Supeyo

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Monicah Wambui ,Supeyo.

Wife of the late James K. Supeyo. Daughter of the late Stanley & Salome Muchai. Mother of the late Peter Saidimu, Jeniffer Supeyo, Phyllis Naipanoi, Rose Wahome, Grace Supeyo Ng’ang’a, Samuel Supeyo, the late Caroline Nairesiae, Susan Simaloi and Isaac Senteu (Sey). Sister of the late Esther Mumbi, Allan Muchai, the late Simon Wanganga, Susan Wairimu, the late Edith Murimi, Rebecca Wangoi and Margaret Mwangi. Mother-in-law of Jane Nyakio, Moses Wahome, Patrick Ng’ang’a, David Wanjenga, Lucy Wanjiku and Joy Senteu. Grandmother of Sintei & Gitonga, Saitoti, Sation, Pst Edwin & Beth, Kanja Lenana & Maggie, Metian & Moffat, Ida, Kelian & Charity, Eva, Wahome & Rita, Olive, Lein & Mitchelle, Sialo & Mwadulo, Ng’ang’a, Njeri, Solitei, Kasale,Alpha, Naisianoi,Toiyanka & Kibibi, Saroni & Ann, Leyian, Salau, Sally & Parseen and Sintoiya.

Meetings and prayers are being held daily at her Kiserian home from 5.00pm and on Monday 17/07/2017 at PCEA Evergreen Church (Runda) from 6.00pm. There will be prayers on Sunday 16/07/2017 at Kiserian at 2.30pm. The cortege leaves Umash Funeral Home on Wednesday 19/07/2017 at 9.00am for funeral service at PCEA Nkoroi Church at 10.30am and thereafter burial at her home in Kiserian.

Monicah Njeri Kahiga

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Monicah Njeri Kahiga of Sagana Town, which occurred on Friday 7/07/2017.

Wife  of the late Jonanah Kahiga Wanderi. Mother of Mary Wangui Gathogo, Emilio Wanderi Kahiga, Esther Wanjiku Kahiga (UK), the late Paul Githinji Kahiga, the late Lucy Wambui Kahiga, the late Maryann Wanjiru Kahiga and Peter Warui Kahiga. Mother-in-law of Susan Wanuna Wanderi, Beatrice Wanjiru Githinji and the late Irene Wairimu Warui. Sister of David Karanja, Simon Wainaina Githinji, the late Joseph Mbugua Maguta of Lanet-Nakuru, the late David Gatuire, the late Wanjiru Githinji, the late Mary Nduta Njaaga and the late Ndichu Githinji. Step-sister of Kinyeru Maguta, the late Joseph Mundati (Nyahururu-Igwamiti, Shadrack Mbugua among others. Grandmother and great-grandmother to many.

Family and friends are meeting for prayers and funeral arrangements daily at her son’s (Emilio Wanderi Kahiga) residence in Kerarapon-Ngong and at her home Sagana Town. The cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral home-Nairobi on Tuesday 18/7/2017 at 7.00am for funeral Mass at Our Lady Consolata Sagana Catholic Parish and thereafter burial her in Sagana.

David Macharia Watunu (Njacai)

Sunrise 1962 – Sunset 9/7/2017

It is with humble acceptance of Gods will that we announce the death of David Macharia Watunu (Njacai), which occurred on 9th July 2017 while undergoing treatment in hospital.

Son of the late James Watunu Kioi and the late Helina Nyakio Watunu. Loving husband of Lucy Wangari Macharia. Beloved father of Hellen Wanjiku Mwangi, James Watunu, Mary Wairimu and Francis Ng’ang’a. Brother of Samuel Kioi Watunu (Nakuru), Susan Wamaitha Ng’ethe, Dan Watunu, Pastor Daniel Mwangi Watunu, John Kimani (China), Ann Wambui Mbuthia, Benson Maina (Kaimbaga), Alice Wachira (Chiwa), Mary Wamaitha, the late Gitundu Watunu and the late Maina Watunu among others. Son in-law of Mary Wairimu Ng’ang’a of Elburgon. Father-in-law of John Nderitu. Grandfather of Shantel, Diamond, Junita and Lukas.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at Sandton Palace Hotel along Taveta road from 6-8pm for prayers and funeral arrangements and at his home in Gikigii village.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Mortuary on Tuesday 18th July 2017 at 8am for funeral service and burial at Gikigii village, Gacharage location, Kinyona ward, Murang’a County.

In God’s hands you rest and our hearts you remain forever. Amen

Mama Norah Rose Aliaro Anam

September 20,1952 to June 13, 2017

The family of the late Mama Norah Rose Aliaro Anam wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Almighty God for blessing us with a loving mother, grandma, sister, aunt and cousin. We wish to express our deep appreciation and gratitude for the prayers and messages of support and sympathy received through personal visits, telephone calls and social media from many loving relatives from Kirinyaga, Uholo and Kianjuri family, friends, clergy and neighbours. We sincerely thank each one of you by name for the overwhelming generosity and support following the promotion to glory of our beloved darling mother, grandma, sister, aunty, cousin and best friend.

Special mention to, H.E Peter Munya, H.E Wycliffe Oparanya, H.E Ranguma, Governor Kisumu County, H.E DG Kizito Wangalwa, H.E DG Adelina Mwau, Hon. Richard Tongi Nyaribari Chache Constituency, Hon. Asanyo, H.E Olivia Ranguma, H.E Prisca Oparanya and H.E Elizabeth Ongwae for their home visitations and presence at mum’s send off ceremony. Chairman Council of Governors H.E Josephat Nanok and all Excellency Governors for their support and messages of condolences.

We also thank the Nairobi Funeral Committee, The Council of Governors secretariat, Kisumu County Government, friends from Australia, Kajulu neighbours, Semprefi Eklessia Group, Widows Group, 60+ Group, Abatsoi Group, Mothers Union St. James Buruburu, Lemb Dholuo Group, Senior Women Citizens for Change, Butere Girls Alumni, Liranda Girls Alumni, Bosamaro Representatives, Ikonge Representatives, Ekerenyo Representatives, Borabu Representatives and the entire Nyamira people for providing invaluable support in ensuring a befitting send off.

To the Vicar, the clergy and the entire leadership of St James ACK church in Buruburu with special mention to Rev Trajan Bwesijye,ACK Konya Church Kajulu who assisted the family in giving mama a very fitting farewell notwithstanding their kind messages of encouragement, we say thank you.

We thank the Ambulance team that rescued Mama at KICC on the morning of 13th June 2017, the Doctors and medical team that attended to Mama at Better Living SDA clinic.The Doctor who made calls to family members to get to the hospital in the shortest time possible. May the Lord bless you as you continue to serve humanity.

2nd Timothy 4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

Alex Murugu M’Ikandi

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of our beloved dad who was promoted to glory on 7th July 2017.

Husband of Jane Kithiira Murugu (retired nurse – Meru General Hospital), son of the late Sevelina and the late Simon M’Ikandi. Father of Felix Gitonga, the late Ann Mwarania, George Gichuru (KCB), the late Betty Mwendwa, Dr. Blaise Mutugi (UK), the late James Mutegi, Peter Kirimi (SA) and Margaret Makena. Father-in-law of Sylvia Kawira, Dr. Jackline Mutugi, Judith lkunyua and Cosmas Nyakundi. Brother, of the late Augustine Maitima, late Teresa Kananu, Henry Mugambi, the late Mazimino Mworia, Mrs Justine Kathambi Maitima, Fidelis Ngaruni, Mrs Christine Kithiira Mbae, Dornisiano Mbaya and Pascasio Mutua, Brother in law of Fredrick Ngatu, Kendi Ngatu, Isaac Kinoti, Florence Kinoti, Pharis Rutere, Rose Rutere, Emily Murugu and the late Solomon Murugu. Grandfather of Yvonne Sheila, Nixon, Melissa, the late Daphne, Angela, Austin, Adeline, Lily, Gabriel and Abigail and great grandfather of Karl Austin Nyakundi.

Family and friends are meeting daily at Norwich Union towers (opposite Hilton Hotel).The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home on Friday 14th July, for funeral service and burial at his home in Gankere village, Meru county.

You have fought a good fight and finished the race (2 Timothy 4:7)

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

Celline Chepchirchir Lelei

We regret to announce the sudden death of Celline Chepchirchir Lelei of Chebinyiny village. She was a nurse at Cheplanget Dispensary, Kericho.

Daughter of the late Paul Bett Ngisirei and the late Dorcas Cheptoo Ngisirei and daughter in-law of the late Livingstone Maina and the late Eunice Maina, the late Taputany and Elizabeth Maina. Wife of Marcelly Lelei, co-wife of Priscilla Lelei and Elizabeth Lelei. Loving mother of Norah Korir (Chepwagan), Trine Koech (Longisa hospital), Caroline Rotich (Standard Investments Bank), Gilbert Yegon (Nairobi), Lily Tonui(Java Nairobi), Samson Yegon (Equity bank) and Nelly Chepkemoi(Kenyatta University). Sister of Mary Koech (Nakuru).She had several grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Step-mother of 7 children.

Her body will be removed from Litein Mission Hospital on Monday 17th July 2017 for overnight stay and burial on Tuesday 18th July 2017 at home ground Chebinyiny village, Kericho.

We loved you but God loved you most. Rest in peace.

Jane Waitherero Mwari

It’s with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of our beloved Teacher Jane Waitherero Mwari.

Daughter of late Felix Gathungu and late Jemimah Njeri of lyego Kagema. Loving wife of teacher Simon Mwari of Gaturuturu, Mahiga Location, Othaya. Mother of Wilson Waithaka Thiong’o (Kitale), Dickson Mwari Thiong’o of Mathari, Nyeri, Moses Muoria Thiong’o of Wiumiririe, Martha Wairimu Thiong’o of Ol-Karau Nyandarua and Robert Kamau Thiong’o of Nairobi. Sister of late Robert Kamau, Ndaiga Gathungu, Njagi Gathungu and Maina Gathungu. Sister-in-law of Damaris Wangechi and Waithiegeni Mworia. Cousin, aunty, grandmother of many.

Family and friends are meeting in Nairobi Emmaccra hotel basement near Tea Room from 6:00 – 8:00pm daily and at her home in Gaturuturu Village. The cortege leaves Mathari Mission Hospital on Tuesday 18th July 2017 at 8.00am for a funeral service at PCEA Gaturuturu church at 10:00 am and burial at her home in Gaturuturu, Mugumoini.

Fare thee well wife, mum, sister, aunty, grandma, and dear friend.

Naomi Kirigo Wangai

15/10/1939 – 11/07/2017

The death has occurred of Naomi Kirigo Wangai of Kagere, Kamoko, Mahiga, Othaya on 11th July 2017.

Daughter of the late Reverald Jeremiah Waita & Rahab Nyambura of Tumutumu, Karatina. Loving wife of the late husband foram Wangai Wachira. Mother of the late Mercy Nyambura Mureithi (formerly CBK), Pauline Gathoni Wangai (UK), Catherine N. Mwangi (USA), Michael Wachira (KPLC-Meru), Timothy Waita (EIM Solutions), Perpetual Mwatha (F Njenga & Nguithi Ass). Sister of Arthur Kihori, the late Ruth Waruguru, the late John Kirongothi, the late Priscilla Wangari, the late Epafara Njogu, Peris Githinji. Sister-in-law of the late Lawii Nderitu, Josephat Mwangi, Jane Gachambi Wachira, the late Noah Mwathi, the late Obed Wachira, Peris Murugi Muriuki (Wamu Investments), Gladys W. Muraguri (Wamu Invest.). Mother-in-law of Harun Mutuota (Mutco), Tiras Mwangi (USA), Veronica Wachira (D.C.O Nyeri Central), Esther Waita, Simon Mbugua (Knight Frank). Grandmother of 9 and great-grandmother of 6.

Meetings and prayers are being held on Friday, Mon, Tuesday, & Wednesday at her home Kagere, Kamoko, Mahiga, Othaya from 4pm and St. Andrews Church, Nairobi daily from 5pm.The cortege leaves Consolata Mathari Hospital on Friday, 2Ist July 2017 at 9am for funeral service to be held at PC.EA Mahiga Church, Kamoko, Othaya and burial at her home Kamoko, Mahiga.

You will always be with us, like a hand print on our hearts…

Beatrice Waithira Kamau “Rafiki”

1924 – 2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Beatrice Waithira Kamau.

Daughter of the late Wanjohi & the late Mary Njeri Wanjohi. Wife of the late Kamau Wakahiu. Beloved mother of the late Alice Nyambura, Nancy Ndungu and Mary Njeri. Sister of the late Teresia Waitherero, late Jane Waruguru and Aliphonson Kamau (Mbaru). Sister in law of late Makira Wakahiu, late Mugetha Wakahiu and late Njeri Kabathi. Grandmother of Kevin Ndungu, Beatrice Waithira, Martin Muiruri, Raymond Kamau, Njoki Ndirangu & Michael Kinuthia. Great grandmother of Lisa, Ella, Leo, Nia & Lily.

Funeral meetings are being held at Buruburu phase 5 extension and at her home in Kahithe. Cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home at 8am on Tuesday 18th July 2017 for burial at her home in Kahithe village, Beatrice Waithira Kahuro district, Maragua location, Muranga county. Mpesa contributions may be sent to 0721771118.

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

Fare thee well Rafiki.