John Ogonda Ojwang alias Mimbs

01st Jan 1953 – 28th July 2025

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden demise of Mr. John Ogonda Ojwang “Mimbs” on 28th July 2025.

He was a devoted husband of his beloved wife Mama Jan Ogonda and a son of the late Mzee Paul Ojwang Odero and late Mama Rosalia Obala and Elida Odongo. A loving father of Joyce, Kelvin, Josiah, Winnie, Maureen and Osca. Loving brother of Michael, Harrison, Victor, Dete, Otieno Peninah, Mary, Anna, Rose, Ruth, Serfina, the late Domnic Lucas, Paul, Julius, Odero and Omonge. Father in law to Marion, Irene, Mwajuma, Susan, Jackline, Maureen, Gordon Morphat, Nyakworo, Peter, Kola and Juma. An Uncle and grandfather of many.

Family and friends are meeting every Wednesday at The Railways Restaurant.

There will be a fundraising on 19th August 2025 at All Saints Cathedral. Treasurer and coordinator 0725289430 Elisha Oranga.

Funeral service will be held on 23rd August 2025 at Kisumu County, Nyakach Sub County, Sondu Town, Kabienge Village in Dirubi at 10:00am followed by a private burial service at the family home.

“The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord, “Job 1:21

Ibrahim Mutwiri Kibua

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing on of Ibrahim Mutwiri Kibua, who rested on 8th August 2025, at the Alpine Pristine Homes Karen, Nairobi County.

He was son of the late Alexander and the late Jael Alexander M. Kibua. He was a dearly loved brother of Josephine and the late Sammy Mutuma; Godfrey and Patricia Kaaria Kibua, Doris Kanorio and Kithinji Mathiu; Beatrice Kathure and the late M.M. Kioga; Kenneth Mwenda; Nicholas and Dorothy Ndereba; Richard Kithinji; Gregory and Elizabeth Mbaabu; Frankline and Joan Gichunge and Nimrod Mungatia. He was a proud and affectionate uncle to many nieces and nephews.

He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew and loved him.

As we prepare to give him a dignified and honorable farewell, meetings and prayers are going on daily starting at 5.00pm at the family home.

The cortege will leave Cool Breeze Funeral Home Meru at 9.00am on Saturday 16th August 2025, for a funeral service and burial which shall take place from 10.00am at the family home in Kioru Village Kithirune Sub location, Central Imenti, Meru County.

Mama Nyorianah Nyanchama Samson

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mama Nyorianah Nyanchama Samson.

She was the wife of the late Samson Kiyondi Onkendi & co-wife of the late Jerusa Kerubo.

She was the daughter of the late Daudi Manono Ong’era and late Lucia Nyaburi. Sister of Keremensia Biyaki Moturi, late Consolata Aberi, Elizabeth Moraa Mogere, late Morumbwa, Jacob Manono among others.

She was a beloved mother of Joyce Onkui, Dr. Kenneth Ombongi, (University of Nairobi), late Hellen Rabera, Dr. John Oteyo (Kenyatta University), Martha Kemunto (Motonto), Isaac Ombiro Kiyondi (Tourism Fund) Nairobi, Esther Mokeira and Eunice Nyaboke Muriithi (Kirinyaga). Step-mother of the late Eunice Moraa, Elder Daniel Onkendi, late Reuben Onuong’a, elder Anyimu, Abel Morang’a, elder Edward Nyabuto, Madam Mariam Nyang’au, late Peter Oyunge and Joel Ombiro.

Mother-in-law of Gladys Mogoi, Beatrice Mogiti and Martha Kwamboka.

Grandmother of Stephen Onkui, Crystal, Ethan, Rita, Lucky, Luther, Aberi, Christine, Carson, Catherine, Gitari,Wambui, Kiyondi, Barbra, Wilson,Wycliffe, Makabe, Rose, Debra, Jotham, Robert, Lilian, Peris, Samson and Nyorianah. Great grandmother of Job Sunda, Josphath Onkui, Josephine Moraa, Emmanual Mochama & Julius Nyabuto.

Korera of the late Haran Arandi, Samson Bongoye, late Rambeka, late Nahason Orera, among others.

Auntie of the Morekas, Magatis, Oriokis,Tinegas, Manugutis, Ombiros and Maisos, Moturis, Ongakis, Mogeres, Omosas, Isoes, among others.

She passed away after a, long illness on August 7, 2025, at Jalaram St. Christopher Hospital, Nakuru, where she was receiving treatment. Her body is lying at Umash Funeral Home, Nakuru.

There are ongoing meetings for prayers and funeral arrangements at Kenneth Ombongi’s residence, Nairobi, John Oteyo’s & Isaac Ombiro’s, residences, Nakuru.

Mama Nyorianah will be laid to rest on August 22, 2025, at Bokimweri Village, Nyamagwa sub-location, Igare Location, Bobasi Constituency, Kisii County.

Let us remember the family in our thoughts and prayers as they go through this period of grief.

Benedict (Ben) Keingatti

With heavy hearts we announce the sudden death of Benedict (Ben) Keingatti, on 9th August 2025 in Texas USA.

He was son of Major Peter Keingatti (Rtd) & Mrs. Regina Keingatti. Son-in-law of Susumu Sato and Yukiko Kashiwagi Sato.

Husband of Misaki Sato Keingatti. Dad of Peter Karumbi Keingatti.

Brother of Terry Nduta Keingatti, Elizabeth Mumbi Kimotho, Catherine Wairimu Kengatti, Anne Wanjiru Keingatti.

Brother-in-law of Peter Kimotho, Rei & Kana Sato, Sayaka &Yasuaki Ito.

Uncle of Sean Chege Kimotho, Samaya Jane Wanjiku Kimotho, Serai ReginaWangui Kimotho, the late Samia Grace Wamuyu Kimotho, Scott Joseph Karumbi Kimotho, Liam Gichohi Minjire, Micah Peter Karumbi Minjire, Sakura Ito and Taizan Ito. Nephew and friend to many.

Friends and Family are gathering at 59 Kaumoni Estate, Loresho from 4.00 pm. Holy Mass will be celebrated daily at 6.00 pm.

Thursday 21st August 2025:- Requiem Mass from 8.00 am -10.00 am at Consolata Shrine Westlands. Friday 22nd August 2025.

The cortege leaves Lee Funeral Home at 7.30 am followed by funeral service at 10.30 am Regina Farm, Mubau, Ol kalou.

Eternal rest grant unto Ben oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace, Amen!

Andrew Wanyoike Muiruri

1956 – 2025

It is with humble hearts that we announce the passing on of Andrew Wanyoike Muiruri, a devoted family man, a man of great faith, and an industrious gentleman whose hard work and dedication touched many lives.

Andrew was the founder and proprietor of SeiWa Furnitures & Interior Designers Limited a business through which he showcased his craftsmanship, creativity, and commitment to quality for many years. His industrious nature and entrepreneurial spirit has left a lasting impact on clients, colleagues, and the community alike.

Burial plans are currently underway, and the date will be communicated later.

The family warmly invites relatives and friends to a prayer meeting in his honor, which will be held at All Saints Cathedral (meeting halls) on Friday 15th August 2025 starting from 5.30pm.

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

 

Margaret Katheo Nzwii

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Margaret Katheo Nzwii on Sunday 3rd August 2025 at Nairobi West Hospital.

Wife of the late Wilson Nzwii Thuvu.

Daughter of the late Nathan Muithi Ndolo and the late Monica Kisuu Muithi. Sister of the late Philomena Mwelia Muthusi, the late Naomi Nduume Masila and the late Mueni Muli, the late Elizabeth Ndinda, Nzomo and Clement Mutinda.

Mother of Maurice Mutuku, Patrick Matuu, Emily, Prof. Magdalene Kasyoka, the late Noah Kyalo, Catherine Mukeli, Philomena Mwende and Joseph Mutie. Stepmother of Kanyaa, Florence, Evelyne Mwikali, Mutavi, Mult, Anna, Mbathe, Andrew Thuvu and Helen. Stepson of the late Willy Kimeu, Steve Mwangi, Peter Muinde and Justus Katuba.

Mother-in-law of Alice Maurice, Mary Matuu, Joyce Kyalo, Col. Fredrick Musee Nzuki.

Loving grandmother of Eng. Graham Nzwii, Stephanie Katheo, Eng. Spencer Nzuki, Lynne Ndusya, Mark Nzwii, Simon Kipsang, Juliet Jepkoech, Janice Katheo, Abraham Nzwii, Carol Matuu, Lucy Matuu, Caleb Nzwii, Naomi Akinyi and Brian Kyalo. Great grandmother of Shantel Nana.

Aunt of Sabina, Clement, Elizabeth, Mona, Celestine, Joseph, Julia, Timothy, Florence Muthusi Katumo (Kaveta Muema, Kasamula, Kivanga, Sila, Monicah, Alice Muli (Kalinditi), and Mulwa, Kathuli, Monica, Muthina Masila (Mutanda), Ktmwele, Pius, Susana, Makau, Douglas, Mwende and Mwanzia (Ndolo’s corner) among others.

Cousin of Father Francis Ngungu, Christopher and Joseph Ngungu (Katheka), Mutuku, Bernadetta, Francisca, Peter Mbindyo, the late Colleta Musua, Raphael Ng’ali among others.

The cortege leaves Tribute Funeral Home at Syongila Kitui on Friday 15th August 2025 for burial at her home in Kasue Village, near Kabati town in Kitui County from 7:00 am.

In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you remain forever. May her soul rest in eternal peace

Eng. Pauline Njeri Gicharu-Kelly

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Eng, Pauline Njeri Gicharu—Kelly of Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), which occurred on 9th August 2025 at MP Shah Hospital.

Pauline was the loving wife of Kelly Musyoki (Norwegian Red Cross) and a devoted mother of Jeremy MeIli and Sandra Mutindi.

Born on 19th November 1978, she was the beloved daughter of the late Moses Gicharu and Mary N yawira.

She was a cherished sister of Jane Wambui, Dorcas Gathoni (USA), CPA Fredrick Gicharu (REREC), and Catherine Wanjiru.

Daughter-in-law of Josphat Musyoki (formerly of NSSF) and Christine Musyoki. She was sister-in-law of Daniel Mucua & Beatrice Kairo, Elizabeth Ndinda & Paul Gathige, Kennedy Kyalo & Miriam Mulee and Nancy Keeru.

Pauline was a dearly loved aunt of Leslie, Natalie, Nicole, Raymond, Hope, Virginia, Irene, Nathan, Mary,Amy, Christine, Michael, Stephen, Esther, and many others.

The memorial service will be held on Tuesday, 19th August 2025 at Parklands Baptist Church, Westlands from 2:00 PM.

The funeral service and burial will take place on Wednesday, 20th August 2025, with the cortege departing from Lee Funeral Home at 7:00 AM for her final resting place at her home in Muumandu Village, Machakos County.

John 16:28 “I came from the Father and entered the world; now I am leaving the world and going back to the Father.”

Peter Gachigi Thuo

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Peter Gachigi Thuo which occurred on Sunday 10th August 2025. He hails from Ikumbi Village, Kigumo, Murang’a County.

Son of the late Hon. Francis Mwangi Thuo and Milka Waithira Thuo.

Beloved husband of Lydia Wambui Gachigi. Loving father of Abigail Waithira, Winfred Muthoni and Jacinta Njeri.

Brother of John Mbugua,the late Jacinta Njeri Muturi, Ann Njoroge, Raphael Gichohi, Patrick Karanja, Wambui Wakahu and the late Jane Wairimu Thuo. tt

Son-in-law of the late Nelson Muturi and the late Helina Muthoni Muturi of Kigetuini, Gaturi Location. Brother-in-law of Makimii, Ishmael, Irungu, Wanjiru, the late Kamura, Timothy, Wanjiku, Mary, Eng. Kanyugi, the late Njoroge, Adv.Wakahu, Anne and Agnes.

Meetings are being held daily at All Saints’ Cathedral from 5:00 p.m.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, 17th August 2025 at ACK St. Matthew’s Church, Hardy — Karen, starting at 3:00 p.m.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Kabati on Tuesday, 19th August 2025 at 8:00 a.m. for a funeral service at Mwarano Secondary School Grounds (Kangari) at 10:00 a.m., followed by interment at his Mwarano farm.

Philippians 1:21 —”For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.”

Patrick Masika Wandabwa

Appreciation

1942 – 2025

We, the family of the late Mr. Patrick MasikaWandabwa, express our heartfelt gratitude for the love, prayers, and support during his illness and passing on.We thank the Almighty God for a life, well lived.

We thank the medical teams from Coptic Hospital, Kijabe Mission Hospital, Goodwill Hospital Kitale, Wamalwa Kijana Hospital, Ebenezer Hospital (Rueben Kibaba & Staff who have stood with and supported the family throughout). In particular, we thank the following: Doctors- Dr. Ezekiel Oburu, Dr. Jomo, Dr. Chege, Dr. Ngare, Dr. Musita, Dr. Soita, Dr. Sarah Sasaka, Dr. Samuel Njiru, Dr. Nickson Shango. Physiotherapists -Antonette Akhabonje,Virginia Kamau, Justin Mutai and Velma and all care givers. The church – The Anglican Church of Kenya (Bungoma Diocese, HTC Kitengela & Jericho fellowship, friends from ACK St Paul’s Athi River). National and County leaders – Governor Ken Lusaka, Hon. Mukhisa Kituyi, Hon. Eugene Wamalwa, Hon. John Chikati and Hon. Julius Bakasa Organisations – The Kenya Seed Company, Standard Chartered Bank, Pension Group, Kitale club, PROCMURA, GIZ colleagues, Base Camp Foundation, Alliance Girls Class of 95, Transwestern, Maendeleo ya Wanawake Linvec, Ngei Phase II Welfare Group, Moi University Alumni (Gideons Alumni). Relatives – Ba Muyonga Clan under the guidance of Prof. Simiyu Wandibba, Ba Kiabi Clan, In-laws from Kisii, Khwisero, Bungoma, Belgium and all others from far and wide. Friends -The Siangalamwe, Brigadier & Soysambu Community, neighbours and all other friends for their presence and companionship. We also thank all the service providers, particularly Delight Funeral Services, who enabled us to give Mr. Patrick MasikaWandabwa a befitting farewell. Finally, we thank the funeral committees and all those who worked in the background, planning and executing all the activities in honour of our Patriarch. May God richly bless you all.

Thanksgiving & memorial service: Saturday, 23rd August 2025, at his home in Siangalamwe Village.

Chrispinus Ojiambo Solo

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Dad, Chrispinus Ojiambo Solo, which occurred on 3rd August 2025.

Son of the late Pascal Ojiambo Solo and Jenta Anyango Oduke.

Chrispinus was a loving husband of Lilian Bunyanza Masiga. He was a devoted father of Purity Ojiambo, Immaculate Ojiambo, Sharleen Ojiambo, Michelle Ojiambo, Demax Ojiambo, Scholastica Ojiambo, Melissa Ojiambo. Cherished Friend, and a respected member of the community.

He was a beloved brother of the late Judith Knight, the late Millicent Solo, Morrine, Mary, Helen, Lydia.

Family and his friends will be meeting at his home Embakasi, Imara Daima.

The cortege leave Lee Funeral Home on 14th August 2025 at 10.00am. Burial date will be 16th August 2025 at Mudembi Village, Bundalangi Sub County, in Busia County.

We are comforted knowing that he has gone to be with the Lord. May his soul rest in eternal peace.