Jason Kioko Nzioka

To A Great Man

December 10, 2002 — September 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jason Kioko Nziolca, who left us far too soon on September 7, 2025, at the age of 21 Born on December 10, 2002, Jason was a beloved son, brother, cousin and friend. He will be remembered for his warmth, kindness, and the light he brought into the lives of those who knew him.

Jason attended Westland’s primary school and Kathonzweni AIC boarding primary school, Mukaa Boys High School, graduating in 2020, and later joined the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) to pursue Biomedical Engineering. He was dedicated to his studies and inspired by a dream to improve lives through science and innovation.

Beyond academics, Jason was a young man of many talents and interests. He had a passion for art, often expressing himself creatively, and a deep love for history, which he enjoyed discussing with friends and family. His curiosity, creativity, and bright spirit left an impact on everyone around him.

Jason is survived by his loving father, Mike Kioko, his brother Jesse Shaban and is preceded in death by his mother the late Emrnaculate Ndambuki. He will also be lovingly remembered by his extended family and many friends who will forever cherish the moments they shared with him.

A funeral service to honour Jason’s life will be held on September 20th 2025 at Makueni County, Ngetha location, Kitandi village along Emali – Wote road near Matiliku secondary School.

Family and friends are invited to gather, celebrate his life, and share in remembering the joy he brought into the world and love he brought into the world. Though his journey ended far too soon, Jason’s spirit will live on in the hearts of those who know and loved him.

 

Mwaitu Rael Kalelye Maweu

(1931 – 2025)

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the demise of our beloved Mwaitu Rael Kalelye Maweu, of Mwasang’ombe Village, Kilome Sub-location, Mukaa location in Makueni County, which occurred on Sunday 14th September 2025 after a long illness bravely borne.

Daughter of the late Itumo Muthuka and Mwelu.

Wife of the late Peter Maweu Kiindu Ngila, co-wife of Anna Maweu, and cherished sister of Wayua, Mbeleete and John ltumo.

Mother of Peter Kiindu, Julius Makau, Janet Mwelu, Muli, Sabina, the late Ngila, Mbula & Muuo. Stepmother of the late Mueni, Musyoka, Mumbi, Mbuvi, Muthoka & Musembi.

She was a beloved Mother in-love of Mary, Juliana, Assumpta Muli, Assumpta Ngila, Leah, Pst Lucy, Mildred, Debby and Maggie.

Grandmother of the late Fred, Ndoti, Nduku, David, Jeniffer, Ndunge, Daniel, Nthenya, Nyenze, Ben, josphine, Viona, Tonny, Frida, Ndanu, Nzilani, Grace, Damaris, Princess, Alfred, Charles, Steve, Munene, Pius, Dr. Redempta and Jimmy among others. Great grandmother and great-great grandmother to many.

Sister-in-law of the late Kilonzo, the late Sila, the late Ngui, and David Maundu Kiindu.

Aunt of Peter Kirrieu, Margaret, Lawrence, Michael, Kivuva and others.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at her home Mwasang’ombe Village, Kilome.

The cortege will leave Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home – Machakos on 20th September 2025 for a requiem service at Kilome Salvation Army at 10:00 am, and thereafter interment at her home.

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

Annie (Nungari) Thuiya Wa Thairu

We announce the death of Anne (Nungari) Thuiya Wa Thairu.

Daughter of the late Paul Thairu Njurang’a and the late Patricia Kabura Thairu of Kahingaini Village, Lower Kabete.

Beloved mother of Janice Wambui Thairu.

Sister of the late Francis Ngugi, Stephen Gichana, the late Leonard Nganga and Humphery Mbugua Thairu.

Sister in law of Anne Wairimu Ngugi, Jane Wanjiru Gichana, Edith Nganga and Pastor Agnes Thairu.

Auntie of Anthony Thairu among others.

Friends and family are meeting daily at Kahingaini village at 4.00pm and at ACK St Mark’s Church, Westlands on Wednesday and Thursday at 5.30pm.

There will a Service on Sunday, 21st September Kahingaini Village at 3.00pm.

Funeral Service will be on Tuesday 23rd September 2025 at ACK St Mark’s Church, Westlands at 10.30 am followed by interment thereafter at Langata Cemetery.

“She fought a good fight, She has finished her race” 2nd Timothy 4 vs 7

CORPORAL TIMOTHY MUCHENA LUMIRI SERVICE NO.87242 PARKLANDS POLICE STATION

 Sunrise: 5th August 1982 – Sunset: 10th September 2025

We regret to announce the passing on of our beloved Corporal Timothy Muchena Lumiri of the Kenya Police Service, Parklands Police Station, who hails from Kilindo Village, Kigucwa ward, Michimikuru Location, Meru County.

He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Julius Lumiri M’Anyuki.

He was the husband of Rita Kananu. He was the father of Celestine Gakii (Form Two, Kaaga Girls), Caren Kathambi (Form Two, Kaaga Girls), Redempta Makena, Rehema Kinya, and Neema Gatwiri.

He was brother of Commissioner of Police Rem Mutabari (Commandant A.PLSC Meru), Agatha (lsiolo Hospital), Thuranira (lsiolo Hospital), Purity: Mercy, Eric, Lore, Sgt. Joseph (APS), Flora, Alice (Nairobi Women’s Hospital), PC Kirimi(KPS) Lucy, Kinya, Kiburi.

He was brother in-law of Velma (TSC), Irene (WON, Kinya, joanina, Sebastian, Kirnathi (TSC), Flora, Muthee, Charles, and APS Joel (APS).

He was son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs.Thornas Mwenda. He was brother-in-law of Rose Bernard, Nkirote Joel, Gitonga (TSC), Harriet, Tony, Marius (TSC), Onesmus Mwenda (KDF), and Consolata Thomas.

He was cousin of SSP Emanuel Maingi (GSU), principal Karithi (TSC), Kiandua Kabarak University, Christine (KTDA), Nancy (Nairobi), Principal Peter (TSC), and many others.

Family and friends are meeting daily at his home in Kilindo Village from 3:00 PM for prayers and burial arrangements.

The cortege will be leave Cool Breeze Funeral Home Meru Town on Saturday 20-9-2025. The funeral mass will be conducted at Kamithega Catholic Parish, followed by the final rites at his home in Kilindo Village.

He fought a good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith. May his soul rest in eternal peace in Christ.

JAMES GACHAI NDUHIU

In Loving Memory

Twenty years ago, our world was shattered in an instant. Your loss left us heartbroken and devastated.Yet, through the storm, every trial and tear, the Lord has remained faithful, and today, we stand together much stronger.

The lessons you taught us have shaped us profoundly throughout the years. Your life was truly a blessing to us all ,and we are deeply grateful to the Almighty God for the years we got to spend with you.

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our family and friends for your unwavering prayers and support, which has carried us this far. May the Lord bless you all Abundantly.

We shall have a memorial mass at Ichuga Farm, Nanyuki from 10.00 am on Saturday 20th September 2025,

Loved and remembered all the time. Lord Grant you Eternal Peace.

Erick Kiplangat Bett

Sunrise: 10/02/1974 – Sunset 07/09/2025

The Board and the Management of Social Health Authority (SHA) together with the family of Erick Bett, regret to announce the death of Erick Kiplangat Bett which occurred on 07/09/2025 following a long illness while undergoing treatment at MTRH (Eldoret).

He was son of Ezekiel Kilel and Bornes Kilel of Ndarawetta, Bomet Central in Bomet County.

A loving husband of Daisy Chelangat and father of Brian Kipngetich, Allan Kimutai, Faridah Chepkirui, Harriet Chepkorir and Sheren Chebet.

He was brother of Kenneth, Peter, Walter, Bernard, Japhet, Collins, Zedy, Joice, Caroline, Rose and Daisy.

He was step son of the late Sofia Kilel of Sibaiyan village and step brother of Ronald, Weldon, Betsy, Edna, Liner, Dr. Beatrice, Rose and Karen.

He was son in-law of Samwel Koech and Rael Koech of Kapkesosio Village. He was brother-in-law of Bishop Ngerechi, Kerich, Rotich,Judy, Peter, Rebecca, Faith, EIi, Sigei, Norah, Alice, Doris, Scandy, Mathew, Joyce, David, Sosten, Isack, Nelson, Walter, Jescah, Judy, Beatrice and the late Joice.

Friends, family and church members are meeting daily at his home Chepngaina village and Ndaraweta village in Bomet Central for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege will leave AGC Tenwek Hospital on 17/9/2025 at 9am for funeral service and burial on 18/09/2025 at Ndaraweta home.

2nd Timothy 4.7 “I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith “

Francis P.X.Yara (Akapulco Mexico)

It is with deep sorrow and heavy heart that we announce the passing on of Francis P.X. Yara (Akapulco Mexico), who touched on so many people’s hearts and transformed lives.

He was the son of the late Alexius Yara Obondo and Mama Clementine Adwar Yara. Step-son of Christina and Teresia among others.

Husband of the late Apolina Ajwang Yara and Rachel Akelo Yara. Cherished Father of Gospel Singer Mary Atieno of Buruburu Girls, Johnny (Washington D.C. U.S.A) the late Jackline, Ted (Nyauchi & Company Advocates), Rita (Chief Principal St. Barnabas Girls), Olga (Jehova Jireh Sec), Allan Fischer (North Carolina U.S.A), Sam, Joe Yara (Oyugi Ogango Girls), Felly (Playstreet School), Patrick (Busara School), Clementine (Bidii Health Centre), Tom, Rose (Valley Bridge ECD), Emily, Betty, Susan (Advocate), George (Lifesprings Ltd), Edwin (Kenya Police Treasury Office) Ruth, Maureen (Ministry of Health), Denis (Ministry of Education).

He was brother of Lucas Muya, Ciprina Kong’ele, Aloice, the late John, the late Robby, the late Christopher and the late Odhiambo.

Brother-in-law of Conslata Ogweno, Leonora, Ludfina, Alice, Rhoda, the late Lewkrisia.

Son-in-law of the late Paul Owuor Miguna and Leonora Miguna of Gwassi Rasira, and the late James Okado and Rhoda Okado of Kano Kabonyo.

Father-in-law of Alex, Malachi, Tom, Cyprian, Jack, Milly, Linet, Kate, Katherine, Margaret, Lydia, Everlyne, Emily,Alice, Emma.

Grandfather of Melody, Harmony, Precious, Glen, Nina, Verah, Lauryn, Stephanie, Rodney, Eugene, Carl, Frank, Fidel, Ronny, Tracy, Bradley, Genealle, Rachel, Nahashon, Mitchel, Nicole,Tamika, Angel, Ashley, Arriana, Blessing, Jayden, Kayden, Jewel,Teekay,Tyrel,Tevin,Tyrone, Quentin, Suraya, Zahira, Frank, Imani,Taji,Ahadi, Ginel, Jayson,Andy, Calvin, Britney, Tiffany, Stacy, eremy, Dwayne. Great grandchildren: Maya, Liam, Gianna Babe, Alvin, Ayden, Carl, Sasha and Tamara.

Family and friends are meeting daily for burial preparation at Mysa (Woodland Court) and his home in Gunga Karungu.

There will be a fundraising on Wednesday 17th September 2025 at Professional Centre (Nrb) from 5.00pm.

Friends and relatives will gather at Umash Funeral Home on 25th September 2025 at 3 00am. Thereafter a Requiem Mass at Kiranda Catholic Parish- Karungu at 2.00pm on the same day. The cortege will leave for his home in Gunga Karungu for night vigil and thereafter burial on 26th September 2025, Gunga Village.

You left too soon, touched so many hearts and lives and impacted on so many people.Your legacy will live forever. Fare thee well until the Resurrection day.

Brian Musyoki Mwatha

Arrival: 23rd July 1996 – Exit: 12th September 2025

With a heavy heart, we announce the death of Brian Musyoki Mwatha a teacher of Biology and Chemistry at Kiaguthu Boys’ in Murang’a County, Kahuro Sub County after a short illness.

He was a committed teacher and will be greatly missed by his students, teaching and non teaching staff as well as the entire KIGGZ family.

Memorial Service will be held today, Wednesday 17th Sep, 2025 in the school starting at 2.00pm.

He did his Bachelors of Education at Machakos university between 2015 to 2019.

He was the son of Stephen Kariuki and Regina Mwatha. Cherished cousin of Mercy, Jayson, Jennifer, and Mary Nyambura.

The cortege leaves Montezuma – Kabati on Saturday 20th September at 9.00am to his father’s home in Murang’a County, Gaturi Kiambugi village, opposite new Chief’s office.

JOHN 5. 28,29… for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice.

WE HOPE TO MEET HIM AT RESURRECTION.

Mr. Charles Barake Gesora

We are sad to announce the demise of Mr. Charles Barake Gesora of Nyansiongo Settlement (Kineni) and a former employee of Kenya Postal Corporation.

Son of the late Methuselah Gesora, Priscah Moraa and Josephine Kerubo.

Husband of the late Margret Barake and Rose Barake.

Son in-law of the late Magaki Okao, Barongo Okao, the late Herodion Mobisa and Leah Mobisa.

Father of Mary Nyakerario, Evalyne, the late Sagwe, Asanaida, the late Ann, Grace, Samson, Mary, Nemuel, Susan and Osoro.

Brother of Geke, Ocharo, the late Hellen, the late Bethsua, Mary, Lucy, Grace, Zipporah, Kefa, the late Janet Christopher and Ruth; George, Nyanchama, Marita, Okero, Josia, Atemba, Kegicha, Happy and Peter. Beloved uncle and grandpa to many.

Meetings and funeral arrangement are ongoing at Korompoi, Kitengela home, Embu and Kisii.

Main fundraising will be held on 28th September 2025 at his residence at Korompoi Kitengela.

Burial date will be announced later.

May his soul Rest in Peace.

Raymond Olende Owuor

The Board and the Management of Social Health Authority (SHA) together with the family of Raymond Owuor, regret to announce the death of Mr. Raymond Olende Owuor which occurred on 23/08/2025 following a long illness while undergoing treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). Before his demise, the late Raymond was serving in our Narok Branch office.

The late Raymond was husband of Seraphine Mwende Olende, Father of Mary Abigael Akinyi of Asumbi Girls, Raymond Owuor (Junior) and May Redemptor Adhiambo of harmony preparatory school Narok.

He was son of Hon. Joseph Owuor Council member Nyamira National Polytechnic (NNP) and Mary Sebensia Owuor of Rongo University. He was a brother of Emily Akinyi among others.

The late Raymond was cousin of Vincent Kongo of KEFRI, David Kongo of Siala T.T.I, Stephen Omondi of Germany, Mercy Ooko, Winnie Ooko, Kennedy Atieno among others.

He was son in-law of Mr. Michael Ngila and Redempta Ngila of Tala, Machakos County. the late Olende was brother in-law of Constance Ngila — Gretsa University, Charity Ngila and Ruth Ngila.

The late Raymond was nephew of the late Chrispin Kongo, the late Charles Ooko, Lucas Abich Otieno – Water Resources Authority (WRA), Austin Oyugi Otieno — Rongo University, John Ngare Olende of Kusa, Cornelious Olende, Japheth Okoth Olende among others.

Aunts of the late Raymond; Hellen Auma Gwaci south, Helida Aoko — Ministry of Education among others.

There will be a memorial service on Thursday-18/09/2025 at St. Joseph’s HBVM Catholic Narok, from 9:30am – 12:30pm.

Burial will be held on Friday 19/9/2025 at his home in Dede Division West Sakwa Location Awendo Sub County, Migori County from 10:00. – 4:00 p.m.

If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. Romans 14:8