Ruth Kaluki Munyao

26th November 1968 to 245th June 2025

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Ruth Kaluki Munyao.

Beloved wife of Eng Richard Kanul Munyao and co-bride of Cecilia. Ruth was the devoted daughter of the late Dickson Ndolo Kitonyi and the late Loisa Mutave Kitonyi. She was a loving mother of Ted (Riru Services), Jeff (CBK), and Michelle 7 (Kari Mwailu).

She was a cherished sister in law of Benson Syuma, Titus, Kyale,\Nambuo, Nduume, Mueni, Kalondu, Mwikali and the late Martha Muthoni among others. She was sister of David Musau among others and aunt of many including Dr Mwikali, Kevin, Erick, David, Jackline, Larry, Erick, Dan, Brian. Loise and Chelsea.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily for prayers and funeral arrangements at the family residences in Ruai, Nairobi and Kangundo.

Her body is resting at Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home and her final send off has been scheduled for Friday 6th June 2025 at her rural home in Kakutha Village, Kangundo Sub- County, Machakos County.

“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His Saints.” —Psalm 116:15

She will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.

May her soul rest in eternal peace.

Henry Nditika Tumbo

Sunrise: 5th April, 1997 – Sunset: 28th May, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Henry Nditika Tumbo of the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs that occurred on 28/05/2025.

He was the son of Mercy Wairimu Tumbo and the late Peter Tumbo Nditika, a brother of Alice Nyambura. Brother-in-law of Zacheus Mbogo. Uncle of Meagan Kativi Mbogo and Myles Maina Mbogo. He was a grandson of Alice Nyambura Nditika, the late Henry Nditika Nyoike, Samuel Mwangi Ngarachu and Pauline Wambui Mwangi.

Family and friends are meeting at their home in Thika – Landless and Gati-iguru Gatanga in Muranga County.

The funeral will take place on the 04/06/2025. The cortege will leave Kenyatta Memorial Funeral Home at 8.00am and head to Gati-iguru Mukarara Sub-location for the interment.

Isaiah 57:1 —”Good people pass away; the Godly often die before their time, but no one seems to care or wonder why. N one seems to understand that God is protecting them from the evil to come.”

 

 

Martin Mulomi Njeru

With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Martin Mulomi Njeru (formerly of Nation Media Group) on 17th May 2025.

Martin was the beloved son of the late Erastus Kennedy Njeru and Prof. Genevieve Were Wanjala of the University of Nairobi. He was a cherished brother of Theresa Kasiera, Stella, Chrispin, Eric, Wanja, Allan, Maureen, Beatrice, Grace, Wanjiku, Vanessa, Wangari, Francis, Muthoni, George. Brother-in-law of Mickey Nyabuto. Godfather and uncle of Ani Maiteka, and a dear cousin of Shamim, Fatmah, Abubakar, Ivy, Sylvia, Larry, Sharon, Teresa, Caroline, Kaula, Catherine, Rita Beatrice, Njeru, Kageni, and many others.

The cortege leaves Chiromo Funeral Parlour on Monday, 2nd June 2025, at 9:30 AM for a requiem mass at St. Paul’s Catholic University Chapel, followed by the burial at Lang’ata Cemetery.

May his soul rest in eternal peace.

Mzee Joel Kiprop Koross (Arap-Mokio)

Sunrise: 1936 – Sunset: 25th May 2025

It is with much humility. we accept and announce the passing of Mzee Joel Kiprop Koross (Arap-Mokio), who was promoted to glory on 25th May 2025.

He was the son of the late Mr. Kipkoross Rerimoi and the late Mokio Kipkoross.

He was husband of Esther Kabon Koross.

He was brother of the late Chirchir, the late Tomei, the late Kipsorem, the late Cheptoo, the late Chepkeitany, the late Elijah Koross, and Tamurei Koross. He was brother-in-law of Hellen, Alice, Tarkok, Kobilo, Sote, Talai, Chepchieng Komen, Chepkoimett Komen and the rest.

He was father of Haron Kipseba, Marion Chepkemei, Simon Kipserian, Elly Kipngetich, Vincent Kipruto, Charles Kiplagat, Samson Chepchieng, Lilian Cherotich and Sally Chematia. Father-in-law of Leah, Isaiah, Elizabeth, Emily, Lydia, Kigen and Edward. He was grandfather to, Cheboi, Momo, Joshua, Collins, Brian, Abel, Abby, Jesse, Paul, Chichi, Maureen, Cherop, Cheruto, Chebet, Chris, Cheptoo, Chemutai, Natalie, Natasha, Chepkoech, Harmony, Armani, Jayden, Jaylen, Adrian, Ariela, Chebii, and Kiprop. He was also a father and a grandfather of many other others he had adopted, cared for and educated.

The family and relatives are meeting daily at his home in Endebess (Koitilion) Farm (Tranzoia County) for funeral arrangements.

The fundraising will be held on Wednesday 4th June, 2025 at his home in Endebess.

Funeral service will be held at his home on Saturday 7th June 2025 at 10.00am.

Ruby Zawadi Ndavi

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we, the BOM/PA and entire Maryhill Girls High School, announce the untimely passing of Ruby Zawadi Ndavi, who was born on 4th March, 2010 and rested on 25th May, 2025 following a tragic accident. Ruby was a form 2 student at O.L.M.O Maryhill Girls High School,Thika.

Ruby was the beloved daughter of Mr. Dancun Ndavi and the late Mrs. Doris Dancun, and a cherished sister of Angel Neema and Philip Nzyoka (junior). She was a dear cousin of Margaret Mwanzia, Veronica Philip, Philip Nzioka, Mary Ndanu, the late Patricia Philip among others. Ruby was also a loving aunt of Cynthia Kavivi, Jeff Ndavi, Francisca Zawadi, Anse1m Mwanzia, Monica Naserian, among others.

Ruby will be fondly remembered for her bright spirit, gentle heart, and the joy she brought to all who knew her.

The funeral service and burial will take place on Saturday, 7th June 2025, at Machakos junction, Klasa Village.

Ruby, in God’s loving arms, find eternal rest.

“The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.”- job 1:21

Elder Peter Mokaya Swanya

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Elder Peter Mokaya Swanya, who went to be with the Lord on May 26, 2025, at his home in Riamisia Village.

Elder Peter is the son of the late Swanya Nyagesero and the late Mama Ester Kwamboka Swanya.

Mzee Mokaya was the husband of the late Rosaria Mokaya and father of Helen, John Swanya (KRA) Jane. Julia, Esther, Jackton, Jelia, Lydya, Rael, and Josphat. Nephew of the late Rainis, Machiras, Mathweres, Mayiekas, among others.

Brother of the late Joseph Ogeto Swanya, the late Elija Omboyo Swanya, the late Jones Omboyo Swanya, Mokaya Swanya, and Adv. Wickliffe Swanya (Swanya & Swanya Advocates), the late Mong’inas, Martha, Prisla, Nyachoka, Eunice, among others.

Cousin of Justice Onyacha and Onyachas, among others. Uncle of Orandis, Swanya Victor Ogeto (Swanyalaw Advocates), Ondiekis (Germany), Mongares’ Moegis, Gwaros, Matweres (USA), Rasugus (UK), Nyambarigas, Mokayas, Onuongas (USA), the late Zachary Orandi, Asiras, Musas, Nyasimis, Onsumos. Matweres, (late Kennedy, Stephen, Timothy-Ogetos), Samuel. Julius, Eunice, late Mouko Oseko Samuel,TV Simion, Matweres, among others.

Korera of the late Matutu, Moraa, Mwaniki, Nyanchama, the late Nyakono, Moraa, Nyang arisa, late Nyang’au, Bonareri, Mwambi, Eunice, the late Nyangaresi, Nyabate, Mong’are, Kwamboka, late Getonto, Monika, Peterson, and Grace.

Father-in-law of Ziporah, Moraa, and Nyaboke. Grandfather of Fernados, Eunice, Nelson, Janet, Ali, Sarah, Deborah, Brian, Sherry, Ruth, among others. The great-grandfather of Deborah, Shantel, Kwamboka, Abilene, and javden, among others.

Contributions to defray burial expenses are ongoing on WhatsApp platform, Mpesa 0722629325 (John Mokaya Swanya). There will be main fundraising at his home at Riamisiani Village. Gesima Ward, Kitutu Masaba Constituency, Nyamira County on 3rd June 2025 from 4.30 pm.

Mzee Mokaya will be laid to rest after a Church Service at Riamisiani SDA Church from 9,00 am on the 6th June 2025 at Rural Home Remisiani Village.

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

Elizabeth Katanu Mbebe Ilako

21st October 1948 – 13th May 2025

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Elizabeth Katanu Mbebe Ilako on 13th May 2025, after a long illness bravely borne. She was a devoted former teacher, an administrator, a great mentor, a role model and a friend to many.

Beloved daughter of the late Mzee James Mbebe Nzili and the late Mama Rachael Ndune Mbebe of Maaini Village, Ikutha Sub-County, Kitui County.

Mother of Lucas & Judy Mumo, Susan Kimanzi, Timothy & Ruth Ilako and Michael & Dr. Natasha Ilako.

Adored grandmother of Katanu Mwendwa, Katanu & Jeremy Mumo, Nathaniel & Calvin Ilako, llani,Arianna & Micah Ilako.

Sister of David & Rose, Joseph & Franciscah, Rtd. Major Mbebe & the late Sarah,Washington & Rhoda, Margaret, the late Noah, Jacinta & Selina, Job & Eliza, Lily & Justice Daniel Musinga, Tony & Janet and Mbili & Rhoda. Step-sister of Esther, Maria, Ndinda, Daniel, Jeremiah, the late Harrison, among others.

Auntie of James (big) & Stephanie, Ndune (big) & Dr. Obonyo, Nzioki & Dr, Ngami, Sua & Diana, Katumi & Beth, Norah, the late Jimmy & Carol, Ndune (Tall) & DrWambua, Kalekye, Katanu J, Kaloo, Kelvin, Kitonga, Rachael B & Francis, Martina, Leah & Ben, James K & Elizabeth, Eric, Alan, Jonathan, Peter, Grace, Katanu N, Flora, Glen & Magdalene, Kioko & Damaris, Timothy, Alex, Victor, Michael, Mwende,Tania,Tara, James Mbili, Mark,Timothy, Rachael, among others.

Cousin of Catherine Mule, the lace Justus Makunuu, among others.

The cortege will leave Lee Funeral Home on Saturday 31st May 2025 at 5.00 a,m. for a funeral service at her ancestral home in Maaini Village, Ikutha Sub-County, Kitui County. Burial will follow thereafter…

May our dear Mother, Grandmother, Sister,Auntie and Friend rest in everlasting peace till we meet again.

“I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth.” (Job 19:25)

Prof. Joyce Wacuka Kanyiri

Ifs with a heavy heart and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Prof. Joyce Kanyiri of Moi University School of Education.

She was a beloved wife of Col.(Dr) Kanyiri of KDF. Adored mother of Crispus Wotuku Kanyiri and Collins Mwangi. She was the mother-in-law of Purity Mawia Mutua and grandmother of Tafari Mwangi Wotuku.

She was daughter of Raphael Wotuku and the late Loise Ngima. Beloved daughter -in-law of the late Stanley Kanyiri and the late Anna Wangui.

Sister of Grace Wambui, Mary Wangu, Jane Gathoni, Rose Mumbi, David Munge, the late Robert Mahinda and Rosemary Mukiri and Caroline Nyaguthii.

Sister-in-law of Margeret Migwi, Dr. Mary Wambaria, Priscilla Wanjira, Dr. Lucy Musyoka, Dr Esther Kanyiri, Eddah Njorge, Nancy Wanjugu, Janeffer Gathigia„ Peter Kariuki and Grace Wairimu.

A prayer service will be held on Sunday, 1st June 2025 at the Gilgil home between 3.00 – 6.00pm. Burial will be held on Tuesday, 3rd June 2025 in Gikunlbo Village, Magutu, Mathira, Nyeri County.

In Gods heart you rest in our hearts, you remain forever.

Rev. Fr. Dr.Vincent Kamiri

The Archdiocese of Nairobi announces the death of Rev. Fr. Dr:Vincent Kamiri.

He is son of the late Mathew John Kamiri Karanja and the late Mary Wanjiku Kamiri of Lioki. Brother of the late Felix Karanja, Joseph Ngugi,Willibald Mbugua, the late Peter Ngugi, the late Rose Wangari, the late Francis Njumbi and the late Samuel Mugwanja. Uncle of Samuel Muinika, Edwin Kamiri and Mary Wanjiku Mugwanja. He was grandfather to many.

Requiem Mass shall be celebrated at their family home in Lioki, Kigami from Monday (26/05/2025) to Monday (2/06/2025) daily at 3.00 pm. (excluding Sunday 1/06/2025), NB: Friday Mass will be at Our Lady of Victory Parish, Lioki.

The funeral will be held on Tuesday 3/06/2025. The cortege leaves the Mater Misericordiae Hospital Mortuary at 8:00 am. Funeral Mass will start at 10:00am at St. Mary’s Msongari grounds, thereafter interment at Msongari Clergy Cemetery.

“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, l will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” (Psalm 23:4)