Joshua Okumu Akach

With profound sorrow and heartfelt respect, we announce the passing of Joshua Okumu Akach, who departed from us peacefully on June 7, 2025.

Born on January I, 1956, to the late Akach Awino and the late Consolata Nyandiga Ndawa, Joshua hailed from Kanyamwa Location, Komungu Sub-location, Kobodo Division, in Ndhiwa District of Homa Bay County.

Devoted husband of Mrs. Veronica Achieng Okumu, with whom he shared a steadfast and loving partnership. Their union was blessed with four children: Boniface Okumu, Phillip Okumu, Beatrice Okumu, and Kevin Okumu.

His family continued to grow with the addition of cherished daughters-in-law Lucy Nyarwai, Linda Murugi, and Valentine Kerubo, and a beloved son-in-law, Amos Momanyi. Joshua’s pride and joy were his grandchildren: Sandra. Kaylah, Aisha, Meghan, Ibrahim, Kenzo, jamal, Migan, Wesonga, Joel, ldah, Daniel, Alpha.

Uncle of Barrack Akach, Evans Odhiambo, Nancy Atieno, and Sharon, Anyango, Eric Omondi, Henry Ochieng, Felix Onyango, Jack Omondi, Swinny Oguda, Michelle Oguda, Rahael Akach and Prof. Nguka.

Beloved brother of the late Warenga Akach, the late Ndawa Akach, the late John Ouma.Also brother of Isaac Okundi, Manash Kidew, Lawrence Oguda, Grace Ndawa, Leonida Akach, Agnes Ndawa, and Serphina Akach.

Joshua will be fondly remembered for his unwavering devotion to his family and the quiet strength he carried with grace. His warmth, kindness, and steady presence touched the lives of many. Through his gentle generosity, wise counsel, and deep love, Joshua left a lasting legacy in the hearts of all who knew him.Though he has departed from this world, his memory lives on – in the hearts of his family, his community, and all who had the privilege of walking part of life’s journey with him.

Joshua’s body is currently resting at Kirindo Mortuary. Funeral arrangements are underway, with his final resting place to be at his rural home in Komungu on June 27, 2025.

 

Shepherd Mburu

The family of Thomas and Grace Mburu regrets to announce the sudden death of their beloved son Shepherd Mburu which occurred on 7th June 2025 through a tragic road accident.

Brother of Obadiah Kingori and Loise Mwikya. Brother in-law of Sammy Mwikya and Grace Kingori.

Family and friends are meeting at his parents’ home in Katani, Syokimau.

The cortege leaves Umash Funeral Home on Mbagathi Way Nairobi on Friday 13th at 6:30am. Funeral service will be held thereafter at their farm in Leshau Pondo, Nyahururu where he will also be laid to rest.

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

Henry Leperes

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Henry Leperes of Uasin Gishu County, who left us on 4th June 2025 at Rapha Hospital. Henry was working with NIS Uasin Gichu County. Henry touched many lives with his kindness, genuine love, and generous spirit.

He was the beloved son of the late Elphas Konyi and the late Fayrose Konyi, a devoted husband of Annah Naibei. A cherished father of Lewis, Damaris, Eddah, Sharoon, Doreen, Joy, Victoria, Elly, Enock, and Erick.

He was a dear brother of Sylvia, the late Eunice, Sammy, Alex, the late Albert, Chebet, Mwanga, Juliet, Rosalyne, and Lucia.

Son in-law of the late Wilson Senden and Salome Sender). Brother-in-law of janeline, Ann, Nelly, Lilian, Martin, David,Titus, Manasseh, Rose, Jane Kinjo, and Christopher. He was also a loving uncle and a dear friend to many, as as a proud grandfather of Gaol Junior and Travis.

Henry will be forever missed.

Family and friends are gathering for prayers at his home.

The cortege will leave Racecourse Morgue on 13th June 2025 and his burial will take place on 14th June 2025 in Sukwo Farm, Saboti, Trans Nzoia County.

 

James Njeru Wamae Mbogo

03.06.1959 to 07.06.2025

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and dad, James Njeru Wamae Mbogo, who left us to be with the Lord after a long battle with cancer.

Loving husband of Colleta Kinanu.

Son of the late Diffatha and the are Rwamba.

Dad of Martin Mugambi Njeru and Fiona Wanjiru Njeru. Dad in-law of Dr. Napo Mugoma and Anthony Muthuri. Grand Father of Aziel Njeru Senior, Eliana Kinanu, Austin Muturi, Janai Njeru junior and Ivan Mwenda.

Son in-law of Paskwalina and Justus M’kwiriga.

Brother of Marigu, Murithi (late), Gicuku, Nyagah, Niue, Muthee, Njoki(late), Muthoni, Wegandu (late), Njeru, Ngari, Cecily, Gatavi, Wanjuki, Wegoki and Njiru.

Brother in-law of John, Mburugu, Kinyuru, Muthomi, Grace and Kauro.

Meetings are being held in the following locations from 5:30pm daily: at His Home in Embu, Makengi-Mutira; At his son’s home in Kileleshwa; and Deliverance Church Kahawa West (His other home).

A memorial service will be held on Thursday the 12th June, 2025 at Deliverance Church Kahawa-West from 2:00pm to 4:00 pm.

James Njeru Wamae Mbogo, will be laid to rest on Tuesday 17th June, 2025 at his Home in Embu, Makengi-Mutira.

— 2 Timothy 4:7—I have fought a good fight, have finished my course, l have kept the faith.

Mama Joyce Mutelesa Wanjala Patisi

Sunrise: 27th September 1949 — Sunset: 04th June 2025

It is in deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Joyce Mutelesa Patisi Wanjala which occurred on 4th June, 2025 at Oak Tree Centre for Kidney & Chronic Diseases.

She was a loving daughter of the late Elisha Patisi and the late Enes Makonjo.

Beloved wife of Shujaa Rtd. Cllr. Mwalimu John Wanjala Masinde.

Daughter in-law of Mama Esther and the late Mayor Timona Masinde.

Mother of Susan, Rose, Peter, Henry, Sam, the late Alex, Julius, Timona, the late Marcus and Joseph.

Sibling of Msanganjila, Koroti, Sitawa,Wakhisi, Luvaha, Simiyu, Munyelele,Wemali, Murabwa, Naliaka, Kasaya, Juma, Matofari, Isaiah, Burungeti, Sitawa, Rasoah,Weyanga, Rodah, Rael, Simon and Musa.

Mother-in-law of George, Francis, Mary K., Sheila, Maureen, Loyce, Mary M., Ann and Everlyn. Loving grandmother of Lynn, June, Olive, Felix, Rose, Ryan, Joyce, Masinde, Brian, Oliver, Alvine, Ivan, Denzel, Gilbert, JoyNoel, JohnKeith, Joel, Joash, Joab, Sharlyne, Shantel, Shawn, Bridgic, Dan, Marvel, Chris, Grace, Esther and Nathaniel. Sister in-law and aunt to many.

The cortege will leave Delight Funeral Home in Kimilili on 13th June, 2025 and will be laid to rest on 14th June, 2025 at her home in Maresi village – TembaTemba, Chebukwabi Location, Kimilili Sub-County in Bungoma County.

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

Hon. Raphael Machuki Raini

Sunrise: 30th June, 1936 — Sunset: 20th May, 2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Hon. Raphael Machuki Raini which occurred on 20th May 2025 at Kenyatta UniversityTeaching, Referral, and Research Hospital following a short illness.

Beloved son of the late Mzee Machuki Akama and the late Mama Mosero Okenyuri of Bonyasiaga Village, Kisii County. Brother of the late Priscilla Ntabo, the late Gabriel Onchagwa,the late Abere, the late Arori, the late Akama. the late Nyamache, the late Kwamboka, Truphena Nyaboke and Lilian.

Cousin of the late Samuel Okworo and Florence Okworo, and the late Albert Onkundi and the late Jane Onkundi among others.

Husband of Mama Sarah Anastacia Moraa, and Mama Priscilla Morangi. Father of Catherine Omweno, the late Elias Ochako, Rosaria Ondari, Veronica Onuko, Pius Nyabuto, the late Samwel Nyang’acha, Jackson Akama, Winnie Momanyi, Gladys Ondabu, Stella Raini, Lillian Hilkene, Jim Eric Ongiri, Emily Miramond, Jackline Moriasi, and Dr. Hilda Nana lgbokidi. Father-in-law of Omweno Ombasa (Director KTDA) Among others. A doting grandfather of Timothy, Dr. Dave, Moraa, Meshack, Zippor ah, Lilian, Lydia, Mary, Linda, Shen, Michael, Patroba, Aisha, Malaika, Gabe, Mistri, Raini,Annah,Victor, Kerubo, Jacinta, Edna, Sylvia, Ntionie, Malkia, Antony, Ngina, Jake, Jessica, Philemon, Madison, Savannah, Jim Junior, William, Golda, Eli, Josephine among others

Uncle of Isaac, Stephen, Chris,Ambrose, Zebedee, Brudas, Maxy among others

Great grandfather of Nathan, Matthew, Mosero, Hopebon, Jay, Keon among many others.

Korera of the late Omweno, the late Ondari, the late Onuko, the late Ntiorne, the late Moriasi, the late Mzee David Moryasi, Mama Martha Moryasi of Charlotte, North Carolina, the late Hilkenes of New Jersey, USA, the Mirarnonds of Cubans, France, the late High Chiefs Mr. Joseph lgbokidi and Dr. Mrs. Josephine Igbokidi of Abor, Enugu, Nigeria.

Family, friends and colleagues will meet in Nairobi on Tuesday, 17th June 2025 to honour his legacy atAll Saints Cathedral, Kenyatta Avenue, Nairobi starting 5pm.

The body will leave Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral, and Research Hospital on Thursday, 19th June, 2025 and the burial will be on Friday, 20th June 2025 at his home in Ronyasiaga Village, Nyangusu, K isii County.

You will be sorely missed, Tata. Forever in our hearts.

Charles Wambugu Kimunya

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we wish to announce the demise of Charles Wambugu Kimunya, which occurred at Mwai Kibaki Hospital Othaya on 5th June 2025.

Son of the late Kimunya Wachira, the late Warukira Kimunya and the late Waturi Kimunya. Brother of Njeri Karihia, Simon Nderitu, the late Suleiman Kibue, Paul Kagiri, the late Erastus Gitonga, and the late Samson Ndungu. Step-brother of Wairimu, Wachira, Wambui, Wanjiku, Mumbi, Wairagu, Kibui, Wanjiru, Wanjira, Wanjohi and Gitonga.

Loving husband of Grace Wangui. Father-of Amos Kimunya, Peter Nderi, Isaac Wachira, Shelmith Wambui, Martin Mwangi. Father-in-law of Elizabeth, Sabina and Purity. Grandfather of Wangui, Kimochu, Njeri, Erick, Muthoni, Mercy, Melvin, Thuku, Precious and Wisdom. He was a cousin, uncle, brother-in-law and friend to many others.

The cortege leaves Mwai Kibaki Funeral Home Othaya on Friday 13th June 2025 at 8.00am. Funeral and prayers at his rural home (Miugu Village) Nyeri on the same day.

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

David Kasolu Munyoli

1948-2025

It is with profound sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of David Kasolu Munyoli (formerly of presidential escort) on 4th June 2025.

He was son of the late James Munyoli and the late Luisa Mukonyo of Kavilinguni sub-location Kakuyuni division Kangundo sub-county Machakos County.

Husband of Loise Mbatha (formerly central bank of Kenya). Father of Eric Munyoli of USA, Maurice Muthama of KCB bank and the late Darius Musyoka. Father in-law of Rachael Munyoli (USA) and Eva Muthama of Spinal Injury Refferal Hospital. Grandpa of Duane Muthama, Ivana Muthama and Jay Jadael Munyoli.

Brother of the late Daniel Kyale Munyoli and the late Joel Mutiso Munyoli, brother in-law of Cecilia Kyale Naumi Kyale and Rodah Joel, the late Titus Makau, the late Isaac, Joyce Muange, Sarah Komu among others.

Son in-law of the late William Makau and the late Rose Makau, uncle of Christine Mbithe, Flora Soo, Stephen Munyoli, Peter Kyale Acc Meru, Simon Ndambo, Shandrack Muinde Kenya Police Mombasa, Lucy Kyale of Britain, Peter Makau, Paul Makau,Tabitha Steve and Henry Muange among others.

The cortege leaves Montezuma funeral home Machakos on 13th June 2025 for burial at his home round lvutu Village, Kavilinguni sub location, Katheini location Kakuyuni division Kangundo sub -county, Machakos County.

May will of God prevail in our hearts till we meet again. Amen

 

Stephen Mokaya Nyakundi

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing on of Stephen Mokaya Nyakundi, on the 2 of June, 2025 at Pandya Memorial Hospital in Mombasa County. Until his demise, Stephen was diligently working at Harambee DT Sacco as Mombasa FOSA Branch Manager.

Born on 26th January, 1980, to Samuel Getuma and Truphosa Nyaboke of Birongo Location, Koumbu Sub-county of Kisii County.

Stephen was a devoted husband of Mrs. Risper Kwamboka and their union was blessed with three lovely children: Christine Gesare Mokaya, Joan Nyaboke Mokaya and Brightone Mokaya.

He was a beloved brother of the late Stella Nyang’ara, Jared Koroso, Duke Nyangoto and Emmanuel Getuma.

He was son-in-law of the late Philip Onkoba Atemba and Dorcas Moraa of Nyanieni Village, Barongo Location. His in-laws include; Friday Bosibori, Ruth Monchari, Janet Nyanchoka, Pacifica Mokeira  and Damaris Isaboke.

He was a loving uncle of Derick Koroso, Daniel Koroso and Junior Koroso.

Stephen will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to his family and the warmth and kindness he extended to all who knew him. His legacy is entrenched in the lives he touched with quiet generosity, heartfelt counsel, and enduring love.

Though he has left this earthly life, Stephen Mokaya Nyakundi’s memory lives  on in the hearts of his family, his community, and all those who were privileged to share in his journey.

The late Stephen’s body is currently lying at Pandya Memorial mortuary, and the burial is scheduled for Friday, 13th June 2025 at his home in Kisii County Birongo Location.

May his soul rest in eternal peace

Sr. Mary Michael Shivonekha

It is with profound sadness and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Sr. Mary Michael Shivonekha of Assumption Sisters of Eldoret which occurred on 6th June 2025 at MTRH Eldoret. She hailed from Sango Sub location, Likuyani Constituency, Kakamega County.

Daughter of the late Thomas Shivonekha and the late Ann Shivonekha. Sister of the late Pius, Late Rose, late Phillip, Lazarus and Emmanuel Shivonekha.

Aunt of Charles, Martin, Michael, Faith, Mary Makongo, Mary Injeu and James Shivonekha.

The cortege will leave Moi Teaching and referral Hospital Mortuary on Friday 13th June 2025 for requiem mass at Sacred Heart Cathedral Eldoret at 3 pm.

Funeral and Burial mass will be on Saturday 14th June 2025 at our Lady of Lourdes Turbo Parish from 10am.

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

May Her Soul Rest in Eternal Peace.