Ruth Nyawira Waithaka

We regret to announce the passing of Ruth Nyawira Waithaka on 18/08/2025.

Beloved wife of James Kiarie Muiruri (Kagere, Kabete). Loving mother of Imani Njeri and Sifa Wambui.

Daughter of Charles Waithaka King’ori and the late Christine Wambui, sister of Reuben King’ori and James Mwangi, sister-in-law of Rubie lbale and Beatrice Njambi.

Daily prayers at Wangige, Kagere (Mukui) & Uhuru Estate from 5.00 p.m.

Cortege leaves St.Teresa Nursing Home, Kikuyu on Friday 22/08/2025 at 9:00 a.m. Funeral service and burial at her home in Kagere, Kabete.

“Blessed are those who the in the Lord… ” Rev 14:13

Emmanuel Okeyo Obade

It is with profound sorrow and humble acceptance that we announce the passing of Emmanuel Okeyo Obade of Gem Asumbi, formerly of Vector International. He was the CEO of Beyond Matrix.
He was the son of the late Stephen Obade and the late Mama Margaret Obade.
Uncles John Aliet; Charles Olum, the late Lawrence Odero and His Excellency Dr. Evans Kidero.
Beloved husband of Sarah Angir. Devoted father of Tevin Omondi,Treva Obade and Joy Rebecca. Brother of Julian Owino, Treza Obade, the late Mary Adoyo, lsdorah Otieno, Emmelda Juma, the late Jane Odhiambo, Pascal Obade and the late Veronica Adhiambo.
Son in-law of the late Timotheo Angir, Joyce Angir and Leonida Angir, of Alego Kamser Kendu Bay. Brother in-law of Silas Ogweno Angir, Benjamin Angir, Kenneth Angir, Sammuel Angir, Tom Angir, Benson Angir, Joseph Ondigo, Calvince Kitoto, Moses Otieno, William Adoyo, Nicholas Gor, Obel Akoko and Omolo Akoko.
Cousin of Albert Aliet; Edwin Aliet of Gem Asumbi; George Odero, Omondi Olum and Evans among others.
Family and friends are meeting daily for prayers and arrangements in Nairobi at his residence home in Syokimau.
There will be a fundraiser to offset funeral expenses on Monday 25′ August 2025, at All Saints Cathedral – Nairobi starting at 4:00pm.
The cortege leaves Montezuma Monalisa on Wednesday 27th August 2025, for a night vigil at his home in Syokimau. The body will leave for his rural home in Gem Asumbi on Thursday 28th August 2025. The burial will be held on Friday 29th August 2025.
May the good Lord rest your soul in Eternal Glory.

Rev. Fr. John A. Kaiser (MHM)

25th Anniversary Commemoration

Rev. Fr. John A. Kaiser was born on November 23, 1932, in Perham, Minnesota in the United States of America. He was ordained as a priest for the Mill Hill Missionaries in St. Louis in 1964 and was sent to serve in Kenya the same year. Fr. Kaiser ministered faithfully in the Diocese of Kisii for twenty (20) years, and later in Dioceses of Nakuru and Ngong.As a missionary, he devoted his life to serving the poor, advocating for justice for the oppressed and upholding human rights. At the height of ethnic violence and land clashes in Kenya in 1993, Fr. Kaiser worked tirelessly with internally displaced persons at the Maela Camp within the Diocese of Nakuru.These communities had been displaced from Enoosupukia in the Diocese of Ngong. He was later posted to Lolgorian Parish in the Ngong Diocese, within Maasai Land.

On 24th August 2000, Fr. Kaiser’s body was tragically discovered at Morendat in Naivasha, along the Nakuru-Nairobi highway. While the cause of death was initially unclear, it later emerged that he had been murdered by unknown assailants. At the request of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB), the Government of Kenya launched an inquest into his death. The inquiry, which heard from 111 witnesses, concluded on 12th June 2007. On 1st August 2007, the then presiding Magistrate ruled that Fr. Kaiser had been murdered and dismissed the suicide theory’ as a pre-conceived notion. However, the court could not conclusively identify his killers.

Now, twenty-five (25) years later, Fr. Kaiser is fondly remembered by his family, relatives, fellow Mill Hill Missionaries (MHM), the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops, Christians, human rights defenders, civil society and many people of goodwill. He is celebrated for his unwavering stand for justice, the rights of the vulnerable and his call for peaceful coexistence. Fr. Kaiser’s memorial is not just a remembrance of his death but a solemn day to reflect on the plight of the oppressed and marginalised in our society.

Fr. John A. Kaiser (MHM)

24th August 2000 — 24th August 2025

It has been Twenty-five (25) years since you left us under tragic circumstances. You remain ever alive in the hearts of those you loved and served — your family, the Mill Hill Missionaries (MHM), the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops, friends, Civil Society and the people of Kenya. This year, under the theme The Kenya We Desire’, the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops will commemorate the 25th anniversary of Fr Kaiser s death on 22nd August, 2025 at Lolgorian Parish, Catholic Diocese of Ngong.

May God grant Fr. Kaiser Eternal Rest, Amen.

SHAPHAN LUNANI WALELA

12th ANNIVERSARY (20TH AUG, 2025)

In Loving Memory of Our Father — August 20, 2013

Today marks another year since you left us, Dad. Though time moves forward, your presence remains etched in every corner of our hearts.We remember your wisdom, your laughter, your quiet strength—the way you carried our family with grace and unwavering love. You taught us the value of integrity, the power- of kindness, and the importance of standing tall even when the world feels heavy. Your legacy lives on in the choices we make, the dreams we chase, and the love we share. Though we miss you deeply, we choose to celebrate you today.We celebrate the life you lived, the sacrifices you made, and the joy you brought into our lives. You were more than a father—you were a guide, a protector, and a friend.

May your soul continue to rest in peace and may your memory forever be a blessing. We carry you with us, always.

 

Cynthia Ann Akinyi Ocharo

1985 – 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Cynthia Anne Akinyi Ocharo.

She was the cherished daughter of the late Philip Ocharo Advocate and Rose Adhiambo Ocharo and Dina Millicent Ocharo.

Sister of Viola Ocharo, Maria Ocharo, Dr Juliet Ocharo, Patricia Tonia Ocharo, Emma Ocharo, Carolyne Ocharo, Valentine Ocharo and the late Evans and Edgar Ocharo.

She was a loving and doting mother of Rose Mwaka Harre. She was a deeply loved aunty, cousin, niece and dear friend to many.

Cynthia’s love for people warmth and immeasurable kindness will be deeply missed.

Funeral service at Citam Valley Road at 2.00pm on 22nd August 2025.

Burial on 23rd August 2025 at Migori County, Suna West, Wasweta II Sub-Location, in Magoto Village.

Mwalimu (Mrs.) Modesta Wanjiku Gachanja

Sunrise: 9th February 1939 — Sunset: 13th August 2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of beloved Mwalimu (Mrs.) Modesta Wanjiku Gachanja on 13th August 2025, after a short illness.

Dear wife of Granty Gachanja Gicoru (former Land Surveyor).

Daughter of the late Luka Kiminda and the late Magdalene Wangari of Othaya. Daughter-in-law of the late Mwalimu Simeon Gicoru and the late Phoebe Wanja of Kirichu, Nyeri.

Sister of the late Dumenica Muthoni, the late Esther Wambugo, John Thuita, Dennis Kiriungi, Andrew Maina and Peter Muraya.

Sister-in-law of the late Eshban Gitahi, the late Dadson Karobia Net Nereas Hirst, Charity Muya-Ngaruiya, Murage Gicoru, Glarys Wambui and the late Wangui.

Loving mother of Mary Ngugi formerly of Egerton (then Seattle, USA), the late Simon Mwangi, Peter Gachanja (Nyeri County), Mwalimu Thomas Gachanja (Mary Emmaculate, Mweiga) and Patrick Gachanja (Bayer EA).

Mother-in-law of Patrick Njoroge formerly of Nakuru Blankets (then Seattle, USA), Anne Wambui (Sirma Pry), the late Margaret Nyambura and Josephine Negesa (DCI HQs).

Grandmother of Daniel Nioroge, Annsylvia Wanjru, Michael Gachanja, Isabel Waruguru and Hastings Gichuhi, John Gachanja, Levi Kamau, Paulette, Irene Wanpku, Sherlyn Soipan, Lucky Leshan, and Rita Njeri and great-grandmother of Harriet Waithera and Lincoln Wamwere. Aunty to many.

The cortege leaves Nyeri Funeral Home, Outspan on Friday 22nd August at 9.00 a.m, for a funeral service and burial at her home in Kanuna village, Kirichu, Nyeri County, opposite Kagumo High School.

Family and Friends will be meeting from Monday 18th to Wednesday 20th August at All Saints cathedral from 5.00 p.m. and at their family home in Kanuna Village. Nyeri.

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

Charles Momanyi Guto

Sunrise: 1934 — Sunset: 8/08/2025

We regret to announce the death of Charles Momanyi Guto of Masosa village, Bokiambori Sub-location, West Mugirango, Nyamira County.

Son of the late Guto Michira and the late Kerubo.

Husband of Yunuke Sese, Josphine Nyaboke, Jena Nyangau, and the late Yunes Kemuma.

Brother of the late Pauline Bosibori, the late Evans Ocharo, the late Paustina Ondieki, the late Watson Mogere, the late David Masira, the late Nyatebo, Jerusha Nyareso, the late Okemwa, and Martin Ongwae.

Brother-in-law of the late Priscilla Moraa Ocharo, Dinah Nyaboke, Rosalia Mogere, Kemuma Mogere, the late Dinah Masira and Ann Ongwae.

Father of Leggy Kimaiga, the late Jane Kerubo, the late Edward Mabwoga, the late Alexander Nyasimi, Patrice Karani, Dinah Kwamboka, Linet Nyaboke, Clement Anunda, Hyline Kemunto, Dickson Nyaingo, Beatrice Kwamboka, the late Bernard Onchiri, Wilson Anunda, Hellen Kerubo, Alice Moraa, the late Thomas Michira, George Ombogo, Jackline Kerubo, Hellen Nyamoita, Douglas Buteya, the late Wycliff Michira, Tophista Kwamboka, Denis Kimaiga, Mauline Kerubo, Gladys Mokeira, the late Isabella Nyaboke, Nemwel Nyaingo, Zacheous Mwema, the late Evans Nyachiro, Krapt Michira, and Robert Magita.

Uncle of Samwel Ombuya, Henry Ocharo, Shem Ocharo, Samwel Oroo, Dr. Robin, Eng. Maxwel, Dr. Edwin, Samwel Masira, Mayaka, Kinaro, Oscar among others.

Cousin of the late Misaro Mogoko, the late David Mogoko, the late Robert Bitange,Wyciffe Maina, the late Samuel Masira, Samuel Momanyi, Gesora, the late James Nyaingo among others. Korera of Stephene Abuga of Nyamoi village Nyamira, Ann Wairimu of Ruiru Kiambu, the late James Akama of Kisii, the late Isaboke Machuka of Bonyando village Kisii,Teresa Getangwa of Sengera Village Nyamira, the late Zachary Kiriago of Nyamonuri Nyamira, Charles Nyangugu of Gambogi Vihiga, the late Francis Mwebi of Riribe village Kisii, the late Odongo of Katolo Kisumu, the late Zablon Omwando of Omonaya Nyamira, Charles Kingoina of Kiabonyo Kisii, Paul Nyamai of Miaani Machakos, Yunuke Moraa of Kanani Nyamira, Ann Nyabeta of Orwaki Nyamira, Mary Gechemba, Joseph Nyakundi of Nyachichi Nyamira, Jane Moraa of Ibacho Kisii, Sibia Sarange of Sengera Kisii, Ruth Wanja of Kutus Kirinyaga, Jonathan Mutwota of Mungala Machakos, Joyce Mwango of Sengera Nyamira, and Changawa Kitsao of Somberi Kilifi.

Father-in-law of Jemima Kimaiga, Leonida Mabwoga, the late Eunice Nyasimi, Lydia Karani, Esther Anunda, Roseline Nyaingo, Isaboke Ombati, George Kiriago, Phoebe Anunda, Alex Mauti, Evans Kingoina, Irene Ombogo, Alex Obochi, Thomas Aranga,Wilfred Mokua,Wilkster Kimaiga, Fred Ayore, Albert Oramini, Grace Nyaingo, Feliista Nyaingo, Judy Zakayo, Josephine Nyachiro, and Fred Michira.

The cortege leaves Ibara Mortuary on Thursday 21st August 2025 for burial on Friday 22nd August 2025 at his home in Masosa village,West Mugirango, Nyamira County.

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

Jane Mogaka Nyanchoga

With deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the demise of Jane Mogaka Nyanchoga that occurred on 31st July 2025 at her home in Muchorwe, Molo.

She was daughter of the late Paul Omosa Angima and Rebecca Mwango from Nyaribari Masaba, Ichuni, Bokimotwe.

Wife of Peter Mogaka Nyanchoga. Mother of Subira Kwamboka, Heri Tengeya, Felix Ong’era, Esther Nyarangi, and Alex Ondiba. Grandmother of Declan-sam, Miriam, Sankara, Precious, Amani, Imani, Zuhura, Myra and Presley. Mother-in-law of Obed Oanda, Eddah Nyabwengi, Joan Achoki and Jairus Onsembe.

Daughter in-law of the late Elijah Nyanchoga and Miriam Moige (Amasege village, Bosigisa); and the late John Mabera, Caleb Omboto, David Moinani, the Ong’eras, Nyarambas, Nyangenyos, Mishaels, and others.

Sister of Joseph Angima, Mary Kwamboka, Josephine Nyanchama, Alice Machoka, Priscah Kemunto, the late Raphael Mong’ute, Joyce Kingi, Poland Mogaka, Charles Nyamweya, Sabina Kerore, Agnes Makori, Juliana Onchoke, Alice Aburi, Naomi Nyang’au, the late Christopher Gai and Kennedy Omosa.

‘Mokamoura Omwabo’ Yusuf (Egetinginye Ekeng’aini), Samwel, Gideon, and the late Alexander (the Nyanchogas), Josephine Ongere, Francisca Nyanchoga, Risper Gideon, Grace Alexanders, the Johns, the Ombotos, the Moinanis, and others. tro, Kamati of Jane Nyanchoga, Margaret Mogaka, Caren Nyabuto, Patricia Angima, Lilian Mogaka, Grace ind Moinani, Eucabeth Bitutu, Everlyne Omboto, and others.

Cousin of the Bathshebas, Mosiaras, Annas, Tabithas, Jemimas, Ororis, Matinis, Anyiegas, Biyekes, Nyangates, Bosiboris,Ariris, Nyabokes, Manwas, and others. Aunt of Bahati and the late Pacha Ongere, Moraa, Vicky, Augustus, Phylis, Vera, Elvin, Jacqueline, George, Job, the late Irene, Douglas, Caleb, Kemuma,Theresa, Kerore, Stella, Nyabote, Nancy, Mosomi and others. Ekorera of Methuselah Oanda, the late Samwel Nyabwengi and Rhoda Moige, Zadarack Achoki, and Naftali Michira.

She is preserved at St. Joseph Funeral Home, Molo. Funeral arrangements are ongoing at their home in Muchorwe, Molo.

The funeral procession is on 21st August 2025 and burial is on 22nd August 2025 at their home in Muchorwe, Molo.

 

Betty Joy China

Sunrise: 14th August 1983 – Sunset: 2nd August 2025

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that the family of the late Betty Joy China announce her sudden passing on 2nd August 2025 in Pearland, Texas (USA).

Betty was the third of four children born to the late Edith Ingado Ambune and Enos China Wafula. She is survived by her father, Mr. Enos Wafula, stepmother Mrs. Topister Wafula; brothers Stephen Wafula, Arnold Wafula, and George China; step-brother Laban Wafula; sisters-in-law Carolyne Edagwa-Wafula, Lea Williams-China, and Ann Nyaguthii; nieces Neema, Zawadi, Misper and Abigael; and nephew Dennis. Among other family members. Betty was a beloved daughter and sister, a cherished friend, and a treasured member of our family. Her kindness, warmth, and unwavering love touched all who knew her.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday 21st August 2025, at ICC Nairobi West from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The funeral service and burial will take place on Saturday 23rd August 2025, at Makunga Village, Bungoma County.

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

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” Matthew 5:4

Rest in Eternal Glory

Hon. Dr. Enock Andanje Musambai

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Hon. Dr, Enock. Andanje Musambai, on 15/8/2025.

Beloved husband of Alice Were Andanje, cherished father of Daisy, Allan, Eugine, and Alvin, and a grandfather of Kyle.

Dr. Andanje was the beloved son of the late Roman Musambai Kumbuti and Selina Choti Musambai and a dear brother of Francis, Christopher, Thomas, Moses, Samuel, Rebeccah, Florence,Annah, Mary Family.

Family, friends, and the community are invited to a fundraising on Monday, 25th August 2025, at home in Manda- shivanga, to support the burial arrangements.

The funeral service and burial will be held on Thursday, 28th August 2025.

Dr. Andanje will be remembered for a life of faith, integrity, service, and love.

May his soul rest in eternal peace.

You have finished your race, you have fought a good fight.