Lydia Marigu Ngondi

Sunrise: 1st July 1944 – Sunset: 11th August 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Lydia Marigu Ngondi, on Monday, 11th August 2025, while undergoing treatment.

She was the beloved wife of the late Godfrey Ngondi (Kangare), cherished daughter of Wilson Mugane and Abishagi Warue Wilson, and dear sister of Lucy Thuo and among others.

She was a devoted mother of Catherine Magwi Ngondi (Australia), Edward Kariuki Ngondi, and Pauline Wangeci; Stella Muthoni Bourne (Australia) and Andrew Bourne; and Peter Njeru Ngondi and Pauline Kimotho.

She was a loving grandmother of Cynthia, Ethan, Ava, Lulu, and Lemaiyan.

Family and friends meet daily at the family home in Acre Tano, Kamulu, and at All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi, onMonday 18th and Tuesday, 19th August 2025 from 5:30 p.m.

The cortege will leave Kenyatta University Mortuary on Friday, 22nd August 2025, at 7:00 a.m. for a funeral service at ACK St. Mark’s Church, Ruai, at 10:00 a.m., followed by interment at her home in Acre Tano, Kamulu.

 

Modesta Wanjiku Gachanja

Sunrise 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 Lulea 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 Eshban Gitahi, Dadson Karobia, Nereas Hirst, Charity Muya-Ngaruiya, Murage Gicoru and Glarys Wambui.

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

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

Grandmother of Daniel Njoroge, Annsylvia Wanliru, Michael Gachanja, Isabel Waruguru, John Gachanja, Levi Kamau, Paullete, Irene Wanjiku, Sherlyn Soipan, Lucky Leshan, Rita Njeri. Great-grandmother and 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.

Family and Friends will be meeting from Monday 18th August to Wednesday 20th August at All Saints Cathedral.

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

 

Thomas Kiplagat Ego Bore

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden demise of Mr. Thomas Kiplagat Ego Bore, which occurred on 12th August 2025 in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County.

Son of the late Ego Chebore, the late Elizabeth Kimoi and the late Tapsimie Kabon. Son-in-law of the late Saniego Kwambai and the late Kwambai Chesiny.

Beloved husband of Phylis Kiplagat. Devoted and loving father of Marion, Imelda, Faith, Peter, Millicent, Robert and Roy. Cherished father-in-law of David, Emanuel, Richard, Ronald and Mercy. A loving grandfather of Jemutai, Kiptui, Kipkurui, Andrew, Isis, Alvin, Allen, Azaria, Rafa, Leo and Reign.

He was an uncle to many. Brother of Francis, John, the late Michael, Joseph, the late Sylvester, Patrick, Martha, Dorcas and Grace.

Brother-in-law of the late Sagome, the late John, David, the late Rosalina, the late Regina and the entire Kapchesiny.

Family and friends are meeting daily for support and prayers at 4.00pm at his residence in Elgon View, Eldoret.

The cortege will leave Eldoret Hospital Morgue on Wednesday, 20th August 2025 at 9.00am for Requiem Mass at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, Eldoret before proceeding to his farm in Chebior, Elgeyo Marakwet County. The burial will take place on Thursday, 2Ist August 2025 in Chebior.

“We express our deepest gratitude to God for the blessings, grace and mercy granted to him throughout his life.”

 

Bernard Kamau Karanja

We, the Family of the late Chief Quantity Surveyor, Bernard Kamau Karanja humbly accept God’s will following his promotion to glory on the night of 9th August, 2025.

Son of the late Gideon Karanja & the late Esther Wanjiru. Son-in-law of the late Simeon Kagiri & late Peris Wangui.

Brother of the late Wanjiku, the late Hezekiah, the late Gathoni, Nancy, Naomi & Hannah.

Adored brother & father-in-law of many.

Husband of the late Shelmith Wangari & Anne Wanjiku. Father of Peter, Susan, Mary, Nancy,; John, the late Rose, Anthony, Samuel & Kevin. Step-father of Stephen & Mary. He is survived by 27 grandchildren Uncle of many.

A prayer meeting will be held on Tuesday, 19th August 2025, at St. Andrews Church, opp. St. Pauls Chapel, at 5 P.M.

The cortege will leave Lee Funeral Home, Nairobi on Thursday, 21st August 2025, at 8 A.M. Funeral Service and burial will take place at his farm in Kirenga, Lari sub-county, Kiambu county, starting at 10 A.M. followed by internment.

2 Timothy 4:7-8 —”I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, have kept the faith.”

 

Former Principal and UDA Malava By-Election Aspirant Enock Andanje Dies

According to Malava sub-county UDA secretary Harrison Tanga, Andanje developed complications upon arriving at the function.

He said Andanje’s feet became weak, and he was unable to leave his vehicle. He was then rushed to Oasis Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Andanje collapsed just near the entrance of the Bulupi primary school gate before making his way towards the podium where his fellow aspirants and party leaders were seated. He was trying to talk to his supporters through the sunroof but was overwhelmed and collapsed inside his car.

By the time of publishing, the cause of death was yet to be confirmed, with local authorities indicating that a post-mortem will be conducted to establish the cause.

UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar Hassan said Andanje was more than a political leader, dedicated servant of the people, a voice for the vulnerable, and a true believer in the empowerment of his community.

“UDA family mourns the untimely passing of our Malava Constituency aspirant, Mr Enock Andanje, who collapsed and died today while attending a Widows’ Empowerment Forum in Kakamega County. His passion for uplifting the lives of widows, orphans, and youth was evident in his tireless work on the ground,” he said.

“We have lost a brother, a friend, and a patriot whose vision for Malava was rooted in unity, dignity, and opportunity for all. His death leaves a deep void in our party and in the hearts of the people he served.”

“We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, supporters, and the people of Malava Constituency during this difficult time. May they find strength and comfort in knowing that his legacy of service will live on. May his soul rest in eternal peace.”

Seth Panyako who is also an aspirant mourned Andanje as “a man of great vision, compassion, and dedication to the service of humanity.”

“His loss is not only personal to me but to the entire community that he touched with his kindness and wisdom. May his soul rest in eternal peace,”Panyako said, announcing the postponement of his scheduled rallies in honour of Andanje.

The Malava by-election was called to fill the vacancy left after the death of former MP Malulu Injendi. Andanje was among those seeking the UDA ticket in primaries scheduled for the coming weeks.

Malulu Injendi was elected on the Amani National Congress (ANC) party ticket, defeating the then UDA candidate Seth Panyako, who garnered 20,133 votes against Injendi’s 22,891.

Mwalimu John Roy Kibet Soo

Sunrise:01/01/1950 – Sunset: 10/08/ 2025

It is with sadness that we announce the sudden demise of John Kibet Soo which occurred on 10th August 2025.

Son of the late Ngaulo Tanui and late Sally Tanui. Brother of the late Aron, the late Kipkoroit, Trizah, William, Dickson, the late Elvis, Charles, Tembul, Kiplamai, David, Thomas, the late Jeniffer, John, Ruth, Rinny, Jepwambok and late Aggrey.

Loving husband o fViolah Chelel Soo. Loving father of the late Joram, Eddah, Florah, Collins, Elisha, Bethwel, Getrude, Tony,Tirop and Levi. Father-in-law of Richard, Sammy, Purity, Lucy and Milcah. Grandfather of Abigael, Shem, Kevin, Gaiyus, Faith, Cheruto and many others. Uncle to many.

The cortege leaves Samaritan Funeral Home on Tuesday 19th August 2025 for overnight stay and burial will take place on Wednesday 20th August 2025 from 9.00am at His Kipngetket Residence, Nandi County.

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

Patrick Gitahi Change

It is with humble acceptance of God’s wilt that we announce the passing on of Patrick Gitahi Change on 11th August 2025, after a short illness, bravely borne.

Son of the late Erastus Muchuriku and late Gladys Wairimu. Son in law of the late Lilian Muringi Muthoka.

Beloved husband of Rev. Anne Gitahi (PCEA Ngaini Parish, Tumutumu Presbytery). He was father of Rose Wairimu, Lilian Muringi, and Angela Njeri. Father in law of Musafiri Sebiziga.

Loving and present grandfather of Kyle Gitahi, Kito Maina, and Myla Sebiziga.

Brother of Change, Njeri, the late Wangeci, Nduhiu, the late Gathigia,VVanjiku, Muthoni, and Nyambura.

The cortege leaves Outspan Funeral Home, Nyeri on August 18,2025 at 8:00 a.m. for a funeral service at PCEA Nyamachaki from 10:00 am.He will later be laid to rest at his home in Muruguru, Nyeri.

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

 

Teresia Mukoiti Mung’athia “Mama”

Sunrise: 23rd January 1957 — Sunset: 8th August 2025

It is with profound sorrow and acceptance we announce demise of MamaTeresia Mukoiti Mung’athia retired teacher from Ntoto Village, Mucuune, Tigania West Meru County, who went to be with the Lord on 8th August 2025.

Daughter of the late Virgilio M’nchebere and the late Johanina Kanja.

Wife of Salesio Mung’athia Nkaricia. Mother of the late Patricia Kirito, Caroline Gacheri (Eldoret Polytechnic) & Gilbert Kinyua (Kerio Valley Development Authority Lodwar), the late Duncan Kimathi, Kellen Murithi (Kaluli School) & Zablon Mburugu (lrindiro School) and Ronald Muriuki(Base Titanium) & Caroline Mutua (Kiri nyaga County).

Sister of Francis Thiauru & Peninah Mweroo, Charles Thambau & the late Francesca Ncekei, Engineer Kananga Nchebere & Rael Kigea, Peter Gitonga & Emily Kathambi, Salome Kinya & John Gatumo, Dr. George Mugambi & Lucy Njoki and Purity Kagwiria.

Grandmother of Mary Magdalene Kathomi, Mitchel Ntinyari,Alvin Muturna, Shayne Briton Muriuki, Jayden Munene, Shania Amani Muriuki,Tiffany Kanana, Shadyn Alina Muriuki and Alvis Murimi.

Daughter-in-law of the late Nkaricia Nairuti and the late Ciamubuika Nkaricia. Sister-in-law of the late M’mutia Nkaricia, Mbeti Minyori, the late Naamu Nkaricia, Kiiru Ntuara and Kando Mutabuta. She was a cherished aunt, mentor, and friend to many.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at her home Ntoto village Mucuune, for burial preparation and prayers.

The cortege leaves Cool Breeze Funeral Home on Tuesday, 19th August 2025 at 9:00 a.m. for a funeral service and burial at her home in Ntonto Village Mucuune, Tigania West, Meru County.

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

 

Leila Kemunto Manduku

Sunrise: 26th December 2015 – Sunset: 17th July 2025

We regret to announce the demise of Leila Kemunto Manduku, which occurred on 17/7/2025 through a tragic road accident around Ngata, Nakuru.

She is second born child of Reuben Nyambane (EPZA, Nairobi) and Dinah Atambo (Langa Langa Sub – county Hospital, Nakuru). She is sister of Lameck and Lorraine Manduku.

Granddaughter of the late Mzee Nyambane Nyabwera, Mama Pilace Nyambane, the late Mwango Nyambane, late Mzee Mokaya, the late Onkoba, Mama Maria, Bonuke, Nyandukos, the late Thomas Atambo, the late Ebisiba Kemunto,Alfred Tumbo among others.

She is niece of Eng Nyambane, the late Geoffrey, Janet, Damaris, Judith, Ndege, Kwamboka, Joel, Auka, Mary, Patrick, William and Agatha Makabe (USA), Martha, Cecilia, Lydia, Carol, Josephine, Bonice, Agnes, Masiga, Stephen, Mellen, Okong’o, Evans, Lakham, the late Maisiba, Barasa, Daniel and Florence (USA), Moses, George, Bernard, Ombogo, Truposa, Edinah, late Fridah, Norah, Esther among others.

She is cousin of Shawn, Emmanuel, Davies, Stacy, Courtney, James, Daniel, Mariera, Willima, Charles, Brian, the late Bob Makabe, John, Alexander, Franklin, Kevin, Abigael, Wycliffe, Ayukas, Stellah, Edwin, Eugene, Peter, Wayne, Ivy, Meliza and Melizedeck among many more.

The cortege leaves Umash Funeral Home – Nakuru on Sunday, 17th August, 2025, to Exodus SDA Church for a brief prayer service and later overnight stay at the family home in Ex-Margaret Area, Rongai Sub-county. The burial will take place on Monday, 18th August, 2025.

May her soul rest in eternal peace.

Revelation 21:4 — He will wipe away every tear from their eyes and death shall be no more, neither shall be mourning nor crying nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.

Rtd. Mwalimu Samwel Orina Kinanga

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Rtd. Mwalimu Samwel Orina Kinanga.

He was the son of the late Simon Kinanga and Marcella Nyang’ate.

Beloved husband of Teresa Mong’ina. Loving father of Justus, Scholastica, Dominic, Fidelis and the late Vincent.

Brother of the late Christopher Arori, Mary, Clecencia, late Kemuma and Sabina.

Brother-in-law of Omete, Okello and Andama. Son-in-law of Peter and Priscah Nyakundi. Brother-in-law of Charles, Christine and others.

Nephew of Onduko, Mogondo and others. Cousin of Simon, Richard and others.

Uncle of Gladys, George, Elizabeth, Chweya, Dennis and others. Sokoro of Teresa, Kerubo, Vincent, Emmanuel, Dan, Belden.

The cortege leaves Nyansiongo Funeral Home on 18th August 2025 for burial at his home in Ensoko Village, Esise Location, Borabu Sub county on 19th August 2025.

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