Agatha Nyambura Maitai

Appreciation

We, Prof. C.K. Maitai and the entire family of the late Agatha Nyambura Maitai, express our-heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming love, support, and prayers extended to us during her illness and after her demise. We thank God for His goodness and for blessing us with Mum for 82 wonderful years. Truly, we have felt His presence and comfort even in this difficult season. Our special thanks go to Jalaram Hospital (Dr. Raja), the Aga Khan Hospital, especially Dr. Warshow, Dr. Sheikh, Dr Njoki, Dr Otieno, nursing care team (James Ogolla, Stanley Simwa) and the entire medical team for their support and compassionate care. We sincerely thank jetFlair Ambulances and Eagles Ambulance Service for the multiple trips they made to and from the hospital. We deeply appreciate Mum’s dedicated caregivers—Beatrice, Precious, Mary, Susan and Grace—for ensuring she received the very best care at her Loresho home.

The immediate family sincerely appreciate all the support they received – in prayers, condolences and material – from friends and well wishers.

We also thank Mum’s friends and Rosary group, led by Mrs. Kariuki, for standing faithfully with her in prayers and for companionship. To the professional colleagues of Mum and Prof. C. K. Maitai, including the nursing community (and former colleagues of Mum from Kenyatta National Hospital), and the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya, the University of Nairobi, and all international professional colleagues who condoled with us – we thank you.

To the relatives, friends and neighbours at Wamagana – we sincerely thank you for your support and pleasant send off of Mum.

To the clergy and congregations of Consolata Shrine (Westlands, Fr Joseph Musito), Our Lady of Farmers Wamagana Catholic Church (Fr Amos Wachira), Rev. Stanley Amukoa of CITAM Valley Road, and Pastor Steve Mwangi of God’s Mercies Tabernacle—thank you for your spiritual guidance and support.

To our extended family—mum’s sisters, brother, cousins, nieces, nephews, and all in-laws from both sides—we are sincerely grateful.

We also wish to thank her neighbors in Loresho and all other family and friends. both near and far, for walking this journey with us. Thank you all, and may God richly bless you.

Philippians 1:3 —”I thank my God every time I remember you.”

Linda Mukhwana Buyela

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the untimely passing of Linda Mukhwana Buyela on 18th August 2025 in Nairobi, after a short illness.

Linda was the beloved daughter of Rtd. Deputy Chief Inspector of Schools, Mwalimu Johnston Buyela Wepukhulu, and Rtd. Teacher Mama Pauline Mwolobi Buyela.

She was the cherished granddaughter of Kuka Frem Wepukhulu and Kukhu Loise Namweke

She was a loving sister of Jacqueline Nakami,Ann Mulongo, Sally Khisa, William Wepukhulu, Rose Mukhaye, Joseph Wanambuko, Rachael Nangami, and Susan Mukite.

She was an aunt of Ted, Rebecca, Hope, Baraka, Angela, Nicole, Isaiah, Charlene, Pauline, Shanelle, Jayston, Nadine, Shilo, Zarya, and Zander, among others.

Linda was also a cousin-sister of Wafula, Eunice, Esther, Caleb and Mary.

Sister-in-law of Dr. Silvester Kasuku, Michael Wafula, and Sara Ngoni, among others. She was also a dear niece and cousin to many.

The burial service will be held on Saturday, 30th August 2025, at the home of Mwalimu Mzee Johnstone Buyela Wepukhulu in Teremi Village, Chwele Sub-County, Kabuchai Location, Bungoma County.

There will be a fundraising on Wednesday, 27th August 2025, in Teremi, Bungoma and at her residence in Ongata Rongai, behind Bailey’s. Mpesa contributions may be sent to:0721705204 (Rachael Buyela).

God gave us Linda and God has taken Linda…. Easy resting in peace to a daughter, sister, cousin, friend and aunt.

 

Naftali Zachary Moogi Chweya

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Naftali Zachary Moogi Chweya who departed on 13/08/2025After a long illness.

He was son of the late Jonathan Chweya Ngubo and the late Rebecca Mongina.

He was husband of Drusillah Kemunto Naftali. He was father of the late Duke Chweya, Benard, Risper, Geoffrey, Stella, Clifford, Metabei, Mogan and Jack

He was brother of Charles, Olpha, the late Florence, Bernice and late Meshack.

He was uncle of Dancun, Wilfred, Douglas, Jackson, Marion,
Rebbecca, Waithera, Kariuki, Ronald, Tirimba, Moraa, Brenda, Mongina, Enock, Risper, Caleb, Mokeira, Onkeo, Hesbon, Dolphin, Dancun, Sarange, Newton, Joel and others.

He was cousin of Masongos, Mainyas, Bagwasis, Nyarenchis, Nyakonis, Nyabengis, Nyaangis, Orioos, Makoris, Mosotis, Gwaros among others.

Semo of Lawrence Ombogo Mokoyoye, late Okeo, Nyagaka, Moenga, David Ogega and Moses Kaburu

Father in law of Moreen, Kimeli, Marion, Kepha.

Korera of Natali Tum, Dina, Laban, Samwel Birundu, Jane Kerubo, Munga, Alice, Samwel Muchoki, Irene, Fidel.

Grandfather of Philip, Mia, Duke, Nancy, Eugene, Rebecca, Skylar, Lysney, Fidel, Pendo, Jabali, Kings, Keane, Zara, Jebet, Jelagat among others.

Main fundraiser will be today Tuesday 26/08/2025 at professional Centre from 4.00PM in Nairobi.

The cortege leaves Ram Hospital Mortuary on Thursday 28/08/2025. He will be laid to rest on Friday 29/08/2025 at his home in Nyasore Village, Rigoma Division, Masaba North, Nyamira County.

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm34:18(NIV)

Grace Akinyi Obayi

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Grace Akinyi Obayi, formerly of the Judiciary, which occurred on Sunday, 17th August 2025 at Nakuru Specialist Hospital. Grace was born on 15th December 1962.

Daughter of the late Steven Ochola and Wilkista Ochola.

She was a devoted wife of RtdWOII George Obayi and a loving mother of Alfred Ochieng, Beatrice Anyango Onsomu, Queen Elizabeth Obayi of Queen Kikwetu Restaurant, and Brenda Obayi She was also a cherished foster mother of Kevin, Patrick, Edmond of Old Mutual, and Frankline.

She was sister of one surviving sibling, Joyce Ochollah of KFA and the late Patrick, Richard, Joseph,Tabitha, Jane and Maurice.

Daughter-in-law of the late Okello Owidi and Aleso Okello. Sister-in-law of Jecinter Ochollah of USA, Monica, Ann and others.

Nyawana/Korera of Mr and Mrs Samuel Onsomu of Tindereti and mother-in-law of Dr. Elkana Onsomu of Egerton University.

Grandmother of Elan and Brenae, and a beloved aunt, mentor, and friend to countless others.

Grace served diligently in the Judiciary of Kenya from 1979 until her retirement in June 2022, working in Nakuru, Kisumu, Bondo Law Courts, and the Supreme Court of Kenya. She will be remembered for her unwavering faith, humility, kindness, and dedication to family and community.

Daily prayers and funeral planning meetings are being held at her son Alfred’s residence in Baraka Estate (off Mustard Seed Schools) Nakuru and Rigena Hotel, Nakuru from 5.00p.m.

The main Harambee will be held at Rigena Hotel Nakuru on Tuesday, 26th Aug 2025 from 5.00pm. For MPESA contributions, kindly send to 0740 220 290 Beatrice Obayi.

The cortege leaves Umash Funeral Home – Nakuru on 29th Aug 2025 for a requiem mass at St. Francis Catholic Church at 7.00 a.m.

Burial will take place on Saturday, 30th Aug 2025 at her family home in Wanjare – Chiga, Kisumu County.

Ruth Wambui Chege

We are saddened to announce the death of Ruth Wambui Chege on 19th August 2025.

She was the wife of the late Stephen Chege Kang’ara. Mother of Irene Wangui Mwendandu, Tabitha Njeri Kihara, the late Daniel Kang’ara Chege, James F Kihunyu Chege, Rosemary Wacera Kuria and Alice Waitherero Chege.

She was the daughter of the late Francis Kihunyu Kihang’a and the late Tabitha Wanjira Kihunyu, and sister of Grace Wanjiru Gatome and James Gatome Macharia, and the late Alice Wangui Muugu and the late Michael Muugu.

Mother-in-law of Boniface Mwendandu, the late Gordon Kihara Karingithi, Prof. Kuria Ndiba and Alice Wanjiru.

Cucu of Pekah, Wendo, Shiku, Ryan, Wambui, Mark Chege, Ndiba, Chege, Nduati, Steve Chege, Jacille, Ruby, Sophie, Ian and Beth, and Brenda. Maitu of Willow and Alice.

The cortege will leave Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home, Thika Road on 28th August 2025, at 8.30 a.m. for a funeral service and burial at her home in Ichichi Village, Kangema, Murang’a County.

God is our God forever and ever; He will be our guide even to the end-. Psalm 48;14

 

Dr. Duncan Githiga Mwangi

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Duncan Githiga Mwangi, son of the late Erasws Mwangi Niuguna and Mary Wangui Mwangi, and stepson of Peris Gathoni Mwangi of Ichichi, Kangema, Murang’a.

He was son-in-law of the late John Mbugua Gitachu and Serah Wambui Mbugua of Gatanga, Murang’a.

He was the beloved husband of Margaret Wangui Githiga, and a devoted father of the late Alex Joseph Mwangi, Paul Mbugua, Mary Wangari, and Anne Wambui.

He was brother of the late Henry Waruiru, Harrison Njuguna, Prof. Muthaka Mwangi, Maina Mwangi, and Chege Mwangi among others.

He was also brother-in-law of Regina (USA), the late Gitachu, Njoroge, and others.

He was a cherished grandfather of Brian, Jaelynn, Mark, Amani, and the late Adrian Githiga, among others.

Family and friends are meeting for prayers and funeral preparations at PCEA St.Andrew’s Church, Nyerere Road, room 12 at 5:00 pm from Monday, 25th August to Thursday, 28th August 2025.

The cortege will leave KU Referral Mortuary (By Pass) on Saturday, 30th August 2025 at 8:00 a.m. for Kayuyu, Kabirwa, Murang’a, where the funeral service will be held.

“We do not grieve as others do who have no hope.” — I Thessalonians 4: 13

Trevor Fundi Lamenya Big Boy Trey

Trevor Fundi Lamenya Big Boy Trey

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing on to Glory of our beloved brother, son and dear friend Trevor Fundi Lamenya (also known as Big Boy Trey) of Lusaala Hill, Vigina village, Kidundu Sub-Location, Vihiga County, on 1st August 2025 after a short illness.

He was the eldest son of George Fundi Lamenya and the late Noel Kavaya Lamenya. Beloved brother of Beverley Lamenya, Tyrell Lamenya and Robai Lamenya.

Beloved uncle, cousin and nephew to the Indires, Kisias, Ogadas, Kilasis, Azeres, Ogodis, Malongos, Makwanas, Kangwanas, Misogas, Mbolis, Muhundis and many others.

There will be a Requiem Mass on 27th August 2025 at Friends International Church Ngong Rd, followed by the burial on 30th August 2025 in Vigina Village, Vihiga County.

Tribute to Big Boy Trey, a beloved Kenyan automotive journalist and media personality who passed away after a short illness in August 2025. Remembering his legacy in automotive media and his impact on Kenya’s car enthusiast community. Funeral details and condolences.

May his soul rest in everlasting peace.

“Blessed are those who die in the Lord, they will rest from their labour, for their deeds will follow them.”

Charles Kyale Kasenga

 Sunrise: 12th December 1952 — Sunset: 20th August 2025

It is with heavy hearts and humble acceptance of God’s will that we, the Kyale family, announce the promotion to glory of Charles Kyale Kasenga, formerly of Rank Xerox Kenya, on 20th August 2025.

He was the beloved husband of Norah Ndinda Kyale, loving father of Irene Nzisa, Daniel Kasenga, Shem Mathei, and Caroline Kyale. He was a devoted grandfather of Kaylah, Kimberly, Lamwel, Dylan, Skyla, Drake, Mabel, Kai, Kendall, Koby, and Keysha. He was father-in-law of Jane, Kerubo and Chege.

He was the son of the late Samson Kasenga and Beth Nzisa. He was brother of the late Veronicah Mwikali, Benson Mwanzia, Florence Nduume, and Joyce Nduku.

He was son-in-law of the late Simon Mathii and the late Rabecca Nduku. He was brother-in-law of Stephen, Pauline, Titus, the late Mutunga, the late Mumbua, Richard, the late Tabitha, the late Mumo, Dancan, the late Ruth, and Susan. A beloved cousin, uncle, and friend to many, he lived a truly impactful life.

His body is resting at Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home in Machakos. The final send-off is scheduled for Saturday, 30th August 2025, at his rural home in Kakutha Village, Kangundo Sub-County, Machakos County.

In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you remain forever.

Timothy Charles Muchukah

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Timothy Charles Muchukah fondly known as Price Price and beloved husband to ConsolatahVVanjiru Muchukah, folloWing a long illness bravely fought.

Charles was the 3rd born son of the late Minneh VVanjiku Matenjwa. Brother of the late Lawrence Matenjwa, Owen Muiruri, Kenneth Kabebe and Catherine Gatugi.

Cherished father of Linah Muchukah (Stanbic), Lawrence Matenjwa (British High Commission) and Joyce Muchukah (CBK). Father-in-law of Willy Ombisi, Ruth Wanjiru and Baraka Murhabazi Elise. Doting grandfather of Minneh Wanjiru and Imani Feza Baraka

Friends and relatives are meeting daily from 5.30 pm at his homes in Komarock, Nairobi and Kamandura, Limuru.

The cortege will leave Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home, Nairobi at 9.00am on Friday 29th August 2025. The funeral service shall be held at PCEA Joshua Matenjwa Church Parish, Limuru.

“The Lord gives and the Lord takes away, Blessed be the name of the Lord”

 

Pamela Akinyi Otieno

It is with. the humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the untimely demise of our beloved Pamela Akinyi Otieno on the 8 August 2025.

Daughter of the late Ayub Otieno Okoyo and the late Phoebe Nereah Ogonda

Wife of the late Prof. Omari Shaban of Les Wanyika. Mother of Milka EmiIly Anyango Schneider and the late Victor Preston Onyango Otieno. Grandmother of Jemique Beyonce Fruehauf and Tristan Steel Fruehauf of Germany.

Sister of the late Joyce Awino Odhiambo, the late Gladys OgoIla, the late Barrack Otieno, the late Seline Mtambo, the late Lorna Okello, Mary Rado, the late Margaret Otieno, Kenneth Ayub, Maurice Oginga and the late Mildred Adhiambo.

She was the beloved aunt to many descendants of Jairo Okoyo.

Friends and family are meeting daily at her residence at Mbaga Village, Siaya.

The cortege leaves Rangala Mission Hospital on the 29tr August 2025 at 10.00A.M for a Requiem mass at Church Of Christ In Africa (CCA jOHERA). She will be buried on the 30th August 2025 at her home in Mbaga Village, Siaya County.

May the Lord Almighty rest her soul in Eternal Peace.

IN GOD’S HANDS YOU REST AND IN OUR HEARTS YOU LIVE FOREVER.