Damaris Gathoni Ngunjiri

Appreciation

We, the family of the late Damaris Gathoni Ngunjiri, extend our deepest gratitude for the outpouring of love, support, and kindness following her short illness and demise on 1st August 2025. Your prayers, words of encouragement, visits, and thoughtful gestures have carried us through this difficult time and have been a true source of comfort and strength.

We thank God for the life of our Mum, Sister and friend.

Our heartfelt thanks go to Rev. Dorcas Kamau, PCEA Nairobi West Church, Elder Dr. Moses Gitau Ngugi, and the PCEA South B Church fraternity. Special appreciation to the Woman’s Guild and all the ministries she served in faithfully — your prayers and presence have meant so much.

To our dear friends — with special mention of the Ndegwa family and our friends in the diaspora, especially in the USA and Australia, as well as our neighbors and colleagues — your love and solidarity have been a blessing beyond measure. A very special thank you to the Macharia family for walking closely with us during this journey, Your unwavering support, generosity, and love have truly lightened our burden and will always be remembered with deep gratitude.

We also appreciate the groups she was part of — ROHI Housing, PCEA Nairobi West SACCO, Mutirithia Wa Andu, Wendani SACCO, and NISSI Group — for standing with us in support and prayer.

Our gratitude goes to Aga Khan Hospital Dr. Kirui and team for the care extended to her. A heartfelt thank you to Judy Githaiga; Dan Stephen Kariuki; Chief Nancy Gathagu and the local administration staff; and A Moment With Christ for your invaluable assistance, kindness, and support during this difficult time.

To our service providers — Umash Funeral Home, Texas Media, Valliant Enterprises, Nanyuki Events Place, Royal Media Services, Nation Media, Lyn Water, and the catering teams in Nairobi and Nanyuki — thank you for serving us with excellence and compassion.

To the Funeral Planning Committee, we are truly grateful for your tireless efforts in giving Mama Nduta a befitting and beautiful send-off,

Finally, to each and every one of you who called, visited, prayed with us, or supported us in any way though we may not mention all names, please know that your love and kindness will never be forgotten.

“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”— I Thessalonians 5:16-18

May God richly bless you all.

Prof. Josiah Onyancha & Hellen Biyogo

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Prof. Josiah Onyancha and his dear wife Hellen Biyogo following a tragic accident at Ololulunga in Narok.

The late Josiah was a son of the late Zachariah Onyancha and Jeriah Bochere of Ritembu Village, Kisii County. The late Hellen was daughter of the late Benson Onyancha, Susan Barongo and Josephine Bwari of Nyakeore Village, Nyamira County.

They were beloved parents of Edwin Biyogo (Standard Group), Oliver Biyogo (TotalEnergies), Silas Biyogo (Advocate) and Darius Biyogo (DJ-Darius, Radio Maisha/KTN). They were parents-in-law of Mercy Njeri, Faith Rono and Esther Mwendwa. They were grandparents of Suzanne, Nandy, Andrew, Angel, Blessing and Kaya.

Prof. Josiah was brother of Hellen, Benson, Joyce, Alice, late Hezron, late Joash, Rebecca, Nehemiah, Daniel, the late Lameck, the late Sospeter and Stanley.

He was cousin of Kinaros, Nyakeruma’s, Ogembo’s, Onuonga’s, Bisera’s, Sarange’s, Choi’s, Nyabongoye’s, Kwamboka’s, Obara’s among others.

Hellen Biyogo was a sister of Delilah, Queen, Johnson, Callen (USA), Florence, Eunia (OCPD, Butula), Tom (Narok), Sophia, Albert (DCI), late Milly and Zachary (DTI). She is also a sister of the late Veronica, Dr. Mongare (USA), Morara, Teresa, Kebaso, Fenny, Nyayo, Kemunto, Ruth, Lister, Atunga and Kiage.

She was cousin of Bochaberi’s, Nyambane’s, Makorils, Nyachieo’s, Monte’s, Nyanchama’s, Moraa’s, Onduko’s, Nyabeta’s, Maengwe’s, Omache’s, Hellen Biyogo Gechiko’s, Nyarango’s, Omanwa’s, Mose’s, Nyaosi’s, Miyogo’s, Magara’s, Marita’s, Perpetua’s, Jemimah’s, Mary’s, Sarah’s, Nyarinda’s, Monyangi’s among others.

They were -in-laws of the Gachema’s, Rono’s and Mwendwa’s.

Their bodies are currently lying at the Hema Hospital Mortuary. The cortege will be leaving the facility on Thursday 21/8/2025 with a brief Stopover at their Menyinkwa Home before being taken to the, Ritembu Home for a night vigil.They will be laid to rest at their Ritembu Home on Friday 22/8/25.

Romans 14:8 – If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord

 

 

Andrew Mainah Musa Anami

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion of glory of our dear Patriarch Andrew Mainah Musa Anami, retired Senior Catechist, Catholic Diocese of Kakamega.

Son of the late Musa Shilekhaya Anami (Abasha clan) and late Bernadette Nandwa (Abachisila).

Husband of Bernadette Muronji (Abasamo clan). Son in law of the late Luka Shiundu Chitala and late Elizabeth Khalili. Dad of Luke Anami (Nation Media Group-PLC), Simon Luvale (KCWEP), late Gerald, late Sorophine, Monica Oronga, late Francisca, Gaudencia Maniira, Moses Maina (KDF-IRH 78- Isiolo), Concepta, late Martina, late Immaculate and Hellen Mukeri (Kisiwa National Polytechnic), step children; Joseph, John Marisio, and Doreen.

Brother of late Esther, Mwenje, Zakayo, Peter, Elizabeth, late lndeche, Perita, late Oronga, and Joseph Mbulishe, late Rev Londanga, late Francis, Tito, Michael, Joshua, the late Luvisia.

Father-in-law of Caroline Nyaranga (Kakamega County), Dinah, Moses Wangusi (Navakholo Hospital), Alex Kevogo (Thika), lateJoseph, Jacqueline Martina (Maverose Resort-Kisii), Bartrimayo Agaro (CIPU-Likuyani) and Hudson Okanda (St Joseph Boys-Kitale).

Brother-in-law of late Felista Khatievi, late Anastancia Nelima, Matthew Masinde, late Philip Marifa, Juliana Tsikhulo, Leo Masika, Rebecca Munji, Mary Nechesa Zakayo, Julius (Nzoia Sugar Company), Raphael (KESRETI). Samuel (Kibos Sugar Company), Lumumba, Prisca, Paul.

Uncle of Prof Simon Wanami-Eldoret, Nicholas, Clara,Adv. Gregory Ombito, Alphonce, Rita Katamu (Mission Haiti), Dr. Jane Ombito-Rongo University, Helen, Soita, Luka Wasike, Isaac, Juma, Philip Shiuma (Peace mission-Haiti), Dishon, Samuel, Fred, Mukanda,Musa, Oreno.

Grandchildren:- Jacinta, Bernadette, Eliza, Francis, Josephine, Sorophine, Cynthia, Rebecca, Joel, Daniel, Collins, Laveria, Ramsey, Basili, Nesta, Eusebia, Stanley, Eliza, Graig, Arshavin, Goodluck, Joy, Coeleen, Cayson, Eli,Winnie, Khakali.

The cortege will leave St. Elizabeth-Mukumu Mission Hospital Funeral Home on Wednesday .20:h., August 2025 for Requiem mass at St. Mary’s Lwanda Parish at 4.00 m. Burial mass followed by interment will be celebrated on Friday 22nd August 2025 at his home in Lunyinya Village, Shiand’ Sub-location, South-Kabras Ward, Kakamega North Sub-County, Kakamega County.

You are invited to join us for a fundraising for funeral expenses on Tuesday, 9th August 2025 at 11,00am at his home, next to Lunyinya Primary school.

2 Tim 4:7-8 —”I have done my best in the race, have run the full distance, and I have kept the faith.”

Mwalimu Marclus Muturi Tai

It is with both deep emotion and profound gratitude that we share news of our beloved Mwalimu Marclus Muturi Tai of Kirigi Village, Embu County.

The beloved son of the late Jospha tTai and the late Zipporah Muthanje Tai.

He was the spouse of Dionisia Wangui Muturi and the father of Gertrude, Caroline, Fridah, Lee and Julie. He was grandfather of Noel, Martha, Mark, Miniqueen, Angel, Shieena, Adalia,Alyssa, and Ayana.

He was brother of the late Benson Njeru Tai and Irene, Cyrus Gituai Tai and Leticia, Jane Mutitu Tai, Nelson Kivuti and Jacinta, Amb-Maj-Gen Rtd Tai Gituai and Julie, Rufus Mbogo and Rosemary, David Muriithi and Margaret, Nancy Wanja and Ireri, Priscah Njoki and Daniel, Timothy Njagi and Miriam, Edith Gicuku and Simon, and uncle to many.

Friends and family are meeting daily at his Kirigi home.

The cortege leaves Gakwegori Funeral Home at 8:00 am on Friday, 22nd August 2025, for celebration at ACK St.Andrews Kirigi Church, followed by interment at his Kirigi home.

We thank God for his life and celebrate his memory.

Elder Elijah Getontogoro Nyarangi

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Elder Elijah Getontogoro Nyarangi, of Kenyamware Village, Nyambaria Sub County, Kitutu Masaba, Nyamira County which occurred on 13/8/2025 at Nairobi West Hospital, after a long illness.

Husband of Dr. Esther Okenyuri Nyarangi, son of the late Jameson Nyarangi and Baba Yunuke, Nyabe, Abigael, Meroka and Paustina Nyarangi. Son-in-law of the late Steven Nyaundi and Yusaria Nyaundi.

Father of Rosebellah Nyarangi, Rachel Gesaka, Emmah Bett,Annah Nyarangi and Tina Nyarangi. Father-in-law of Daniel Gesaka, Ian Bett and Matteo Contardo.

Brother of the late Meshack Omwenga, Daniel Nyarangi, Hellen Juma, Margaret Masaki, Alice Kibagendi, Jane Menyuri, Florence Mosoti, the late Kennedy Nyabuti, Beatrice Ogembo, Lynette Ondeyo, Skefu Mosoti and Douglas, Justin, Harun, Omari among others.

Cousin of Ayayes, Nyamongos, Getunos, Masitas, Ogoris among others.

Brother-in law of Stephenson Nyandoro, the late Yarves Orina, Monica Obara, Prof. Nehemiah Nyaundi, Eng. Albert Mbaka, Dr. Joseph Kiyuka, Ruth Mogaka and Dr. Kennedy Nyaundi.

Grandfather of Jasper, Jasmine and Jade Gesaka, Ethan and Keziah Bett, Tyler Kamya, Carlo Maobe Contardo.

Family, relatives and friends are meeting daily at his home in Kenyamware Village. Nyamira County.

Fundraiser will be on Tuesday 19th August 2025 at 5.00pm, Nairobi Central SDA Church and a Funeral service to be held on Thursday 21st August 2025 at Lavington SDA Church.

The cortege leaves Umash Funeral Home on Friday 22/8/25 to his home in Kenyamware Village. A Church Service will be held on Saturday 23rd August 2025 and burial service on Sunday 24/8/25.

We look forward to the resurrection morning.

Peter Mari Kagwanja

It is with profound sorrow and deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing on of our beloved Peter Mari Kagwanja, son of the late Geoffrey Kagwanja and Martha Kabura. Peter went to be with the Lord on the morning of Monday, 1 1th August 2025.

He is survived by his loving wife Esther Wanjiru Mari, their children Luther Muriuki Mari, Ann Kabura Mari, and Peace Mugure Mari, and his grandson David Ngunjiri Muriuki. He also leaves behind his partner, Rahab Wangui Muthoni.

Family and friends will gather for prayers and fellowship at All Saints’ Cathedral, Nairobi on Tuesday, 19th August 2025 and Wednesday, 20th August 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to celebrate his life and eulogise him.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Hospital Mortuary on Friday 22nd August at 0700hrs. Thereafter burial and internment will take place on the same day at his family home in Kanunga, Gatanga, Murang’a County. We kindly invite you to stand with the family in prayer and, as you feel led, through financial support to accord him a dignified send-off.

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

Annie Jepkoske Rono, 0GW

It is with great sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Annie Jepkoske Rono, 0GW, retired civil servant, that occurred at Moi Teaching and Refferal Hospital on 13th August 2025.

Daughter of the late Joel Kipchoge Cheboi and Philomena Tapsimei and the late Flora Tamining. Daughter-in-law of the lateThomas Kiprono Matutu and the late Paulina Matutu.

Beloved wife of the late Daniel Kipkoech Rono. Mother of Scholar & Josphat Kataron, Carol & the late Jonah Serem, Judy & Bruno Mose, Timmo & Gladys Koech, Leon & Nelly Koech and Shallom Jepchirchir.

Sister of Nicholas, Joseph, John, Matthew, George, Samuel, Andrew, Jacqueline, Rosemond, Bernard, Philip, Caroline, Leonida and Christopher.

Sister-in-law of the late Esther Berech and Elizabeth Sang.

Grandmother of George, Bill, Borkolo, Hope, Ptelo, Kevin, Asaph, Ryan, Ayana, David, Jeanette, Gabriella, Liam, Eliana, Lasoi,Taita and Zahra.

Annie Jepkoske Rono was niece, cousin, aunt and friend to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily for condolences and prayers at her home in Chesogor starting 3.00 p.m.

The cortege will leave Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital Mortuary on Friday 22nd August 2025 at noon for memorial service and over-night vigil at her home. Burial will be on Saturday 23rd August 2025 in Chesogor Village, Kong’asis Sub-location in Soy location of Uasin Gishu County.

2nd Timothy 4.7-8 ‘I have fought the good fight, have finished the race, l have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day — and not only to me, but also to those who have longed for his appearing.’

 

MAMA AGATHA MAINA NAMWAMBA

A Celebration of Life in Christ

1934 – 2025

We celebrate the life of our Family Matriarch and Anchor, Mama Agatha Maina Namwamba, who has returned home to our creator at the blessed age of 91 years, after a full life dedicated to nurturing her family and serving Christ. Mama Agatha was wife to the late Peter Lwecheche Namwamba and Mother to Amb. Hon. Ababu-Terrah Namwamba, EGH – Kenya’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the late Amelia Night, Patrick Namwamba (USA), the late James Namwamba, John Namwamba, Prof. Thomas Namwamba (Kenyatta University), Godfrey Osimbo, Agnes Khateera Nyera, Nicholas Aggrey and Hillary Alari. She was the daughter to the late Joseph and Helena Sakha and sister to the late John Origi, the late Marita Obayi, the late Leonora Anyama, Nicholas Sakha and Joseph Wanyama. Mama Agatha leaves behind over 100 grand and great-grand children.

A private Celebration of Life Holy Mass will be hosted on Saturday 23rd August, 2025 from 11.00 am at Forest View Court Residence No. 9 off Hillcrest Drive in Karen, Nairobi where family and friends are meeting. A Requiem Church Service will be held on Friday, 29th August at VOSH Port Victoria from 11.00 am, followed by a Night Vigil Musical led by gospel artist Milka Omondi of the Yesu tiyo taling’ aling’a hit song from 6.00pm at Mama Agatha’s Port Victoria Residence, where she will be laid to rest on 30th August. The public funeral service will be held at Port Victoria Primary School grounds on Saturday, 30th August from 9.00 am. Final graveside burial rites will be limited to family and the Church.

The contact person during this mourning season is the Chairman of the Funeral Program, Mr. Victor Oloo Obayi, Mama Agatha’s nephew.

2 Timothy 4:7-8

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day – and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing”.

The Peter and Agatha Namwamba Family

Agatha Nyambura Maitai

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of our dear Matriarch Agatha Nyambura Maitai, retired and former deputy chief Nursing Officer of Kenyatta National Hospital, which occurred on 14th August 2025.

Beloved wife of Prof. C.K. Maitai (University of Nairobi). Devoted mother of Antony Karimi, Anne Gathoni, Brian Gakuu, and Angela Wairimu. Mother-in-love of Nancy Chepkoech, Dr. Ken Osano, and Robert Odongo. Adored grandmother of Jerome, Keila, Iman, Jerim, Ari, Mike, Michelle, Mark, Hawi, Wangari and Nyambura.

She was the second born of the late Nahashon Gakuu and the late Martha Wairimu Gakuu.

Cherished sister of Christine Mumbi Ng’ang’a, the late Cecilia Gakenia Waweru, the late Jane Muthoni the late Faith Nduta Murig1, the late Geoffrey Muthumbi Gakuu, Anne Wangeci Ndegwa, Lydia Wanjiru Muriithi, the late Kihurani Gakuu, Mwarania Maina, Hellen Ka en Murigu, and Githui Gakuu. A tender-hearted friend, cousin, sister-in-law and doting auntie to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily for funeral preparations at the Consolata Shrine, Westlands – Alamano Center, 3rd Floor, Room 3-F — from 5:00 PM (18th & 19th August 2025).

A memorial service will be held at the Consolata Shrine, Westlands on Wednesday, 20th August 2025 at 9.00am.

The funeral service will take place on Thursday, 21st August 2025, in Wamagana, Tetu Sub County, Nyeri County.

We thank God for the 82 years He blessed us with Mum’s love, wisdom, and presence.

Fred Odanga Odeyo

Sunrise: 1951 — Sunset: 2025

It is with profound sadness and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Fred Odanga Odeyo on 3 I st July, 2025.

Son of the late Boniface Odeyo Otaa, the late Mama Getrude Majiwa Odeyo, and the late Mama Angeline Odayo Odeyo.

Husband of Helidah Atieno Odanga.

Son-in-law of the late Joseph Gogo Ochok and Loise Akeyo Gogo.

Father of Jully Odanga and Caren Odanga. Father-in-law of Raphael Otieno Sungu.

Brother of Mzee Vitalis Ojwando, Mary Rajoro, the late John Owaga, Prisca Awino, the late Andrew Otaa, Jenipher Adhiambo Onyango, the late Maurice Otaa, Philip Odeyo, Eunice Ouko, Samson Odoyo, Boniface Otaa, and the late Joseph Kai, Uncle of Valentine Otieno, Lucy Odhiambo, Dr john Patrick, Emmarensia Ochieng, Dr. Paul Ojwando, Maurice Otunga, the late Jacinta Atieno, Clementina Akinyi,Victor Otaa, James Getrude Akinyi, Boniface Ochieng, Polycarp Onyango, Richard Rajoro, Boniface Rajoro, Huggines Atieno, Dennis Otieno, Willis Odhiambo, and Jessicah Akinyi.

Brother-in-law of the late Mary Onditi Ojwando, Edwina Akoth, Caren Otaa, Winter Odoyo, Lavender Otaa and Emily.

Grandfather of Daphne Sungu and Romeo Sungu.

There will be a memorial service at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Ongata Rorigai, on 21/08/2025.

The cortege will leave Umash Funeral Home, Nairobi, on 22108/2025. Burial will be held on 23/08/2025 at Buoye, Koiwa East Location.

Friends and family are meeting daily at his home in Ongata Rongai.

You are invited to join us for fundraising for funeral expenses on 18th August, 2025 at 4 pm at Holy Family Basilica. Paybill number 522533. account number 8012544.

Burial will be held on 23rd August, 2025 at his home in Buoye Kolwa East Location, Kisumu County