Julius Karanja Nyutu

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Lay-Reader Julius Karanja Nyutu of ACK St Thomas Aquinas Parish – Tena, who went to be with the Lord on Thursday, 4th September 2025, following a tragic road accident.

He was the beloved son of Eliud Nyutu and Gladys Wanjiru Nyutu. Son-in-law of the late Catherine Wangui Kahunyo.

He was the devoted husband of Caroline Wachuka, and a loving father of Wayne N. Karanja, Branson N. Karanja, Rowan G. Karanja and Kiera W. Karanja.

He was a cherished brother of the late Paul Mwangi, Irene Wambui, Esther Wanjiku, Daniel Muguro, and James Gachugu.

Brother in law of the late Vincent Ezekiel Kahunyo. He was also an uncle, cousin, and dear friend to many.

Meetings are being held daily at ACK St Thomas Aquinas Parish – Tena and at All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi.

The memorial service will be held on Monday, 15th September 2025 at ACK St Thomas Aquinas Parish -Tena from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.

The cortege will leave Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home, Kabati, on Tuesday, 16′ .September 2025 at 8:00am, for the funeral service at ACK St Matthews, Rurago Maragwa own from 10.00am and thereafter, burial at the family’s home Ichagaki Village Maragwa.

“May the Lord, whom Lay-Reader Karanja served so diligently, keep his soul in eternal peace.”

 

Felecia Magiri Mburu

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we inform you of the passing of Felecia Magiri Mburu of Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR).

Mother of Samara and Misha.

Daughter of Beatrice Mwangi and the late Peter Mburu Mwangi. Sister of Lionel Mwangi and Brian Mburu.

Sister-in-law of Milkah Mwangi and Juliet Muringi.

Granddaughter of Nathan and Rose Maye, the late Japhet Mwangi and the late Peris Magiri Mwangi. Aunt, niece and cousin to many in her dear family.

Prayers will be held on Friday, 12 September 2025 at ACK St. Mark’s Church, Westlands from 5.30 pm.

The memorial service will be held on Tuesday, 16 September at ACK St. Mark’s Church, Westlands at 11:00am followed by the burial on Wednesday, 17 September 2025 at 10:00am in Gicegeca village, Muchungucha sub-location, Kiharu constituency, Murang’a County.

“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”

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Elder Godfrey Owino Komunda

In acceptance of God’s will, we announce the death of Elder Godfrey Owino Komunda of Lwala Sub-location, South-East Kanyamkago Location, Migori County which occurred on 30/08/2025 at Kendu Adventist Hospital.

Son of the late Isaiah Omunda and the late Cathorina Okombo.

Loving husband of Rispah Akeyo Owino.

Son-in-law of the late Derrick Nyawara Ochuonyo of Rabuor Karungu.

Brother of Pisila Odhiambo, Joseph Obago, the late John Osiany and Onyango Omunda. Cousin of Peter Onduru, Elsa Adoyo, Nelly Anyango, Dorothy Akinyi, the late Ouma Onduru, Ken Onduru, Peter Omiti among others.

Brother-in-law of the late Odhiambo Omuomore, Eunice Onjula, the late Margaret Owiso, Beatrice Gor, Philgona Odira, Jane Yongo, Samuel Nyawara, Julia Obago, Sophia Onduru, Mary Nyaehama, the late Grace Osiany among others.

Father of Tom Charles Owino (Egerton University), Dr. George Evans Owino (APHRC), David Owino (DASONET-Kisumu), Malline Ligawa (Sony Sugar), Nancy Huko (Kitale), Elizabeth Ogada (Kenya School of Government-Lower Kabete Campus), Wilkister Koinange (Sony Sugar), and Jane Onditi (Kendu Adventist Hospital).

Father-in-law of Naomy Anyango (NSSF – Nakuru), Dr. Cleniece Gesare Owino (Kenyatta University), Janet Ochieng (TSC-Kibigori Secondary School), Stephen Ligawa (Kenya Sugar Millers’ Association), Lukas Huko Kenya Power (Kitale), Steve Ogada of St Austin Academy (Nairobi), Peter Koinange of Mount Kenya Milk (Meru) and the late Ben Onditi.

Uncle of the late Daniel Odhiambo, the late Kennedy Odhiambo, Paul Odhiambo (PASACON Mombasa), Monica Akoth, Jane Atieno, Hellen Agutu and George Odero, Alice Obago, Florence Obago, Samuel Obago (KCB), Peter Osiany among others.

Grandfather of Dr. Ruth Owino (USIU), Brian Owino (Australia), Tabby Owino, Teofilo Ligawa (Dedan Kimathi University of Technology), Sarah Huko, Samuel Huko, Steve Huko; Derrick Owino, Wesley Owino, Debra Owino; Godfrey Gweth, Gabriel Glenn; Martineez Camy, Dezyre Dache; Rizabeth Koinange, Bernice Koinange, Zibeth Koinange;Audrey Mpho Onditi, Michael Joseph Onditi, and Godfrey Joshua Onditi.

The cortege will leave Kendu Adventist Hospital Mortuary on 14/09/2025 for burial on 15/09/2025 at Amoso Village, Lwala sub-location, led by Nyarago SDA Church, under Pastor Jared Okumu.

And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from .henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them (Rev 14:13).

Rev. Michael Okello Obonyo

The family of Obonyo Yahuma, Redeemed Gospel Church Inc and Bishop Jonah Obonyo – COPMI wishes to announce the untimely death of Rev. Michael Okello Obonyo which occurred on 31st August 2025 in Westland’s Specialist Hospital.

He was the son of the late Mr. Mehujael Obonyo and Mama Milka Okumu Obonyo. Step son of the late Turfena Athieno and Rosa Anyango all of Gondho Village, Simero of Ugunja Constituency of Siaya County.

He leaves behind a wife Milkah Atieno and three children Mark, Moses and Mercy all of U.S.A.

He was brother of Alfred, Richard, Bishop Jonah Obonyo of Cathedral of Praise ministries among many others.

Memorial service will be on Tuesday 16th September 2025 at R.G.C. HQ — Huruma Nairobi from 11:00AM – 4:00PM. Burial will be on 19th September 2025 at Gondho Village, Simero of Ugunja, Siaya from 10:00AM-6:00PM.

There will be a fundraiser to offset the hospital bill on Friday 126 September 202S at the All Saints Cathedral from 5:00PM-8:00PM. For any contributions please use Paybill No: 5669450 A/c:Your Name

Ichillio Kinyua Ndiera

Sunrise: 1950 — Sunset: 9th, September, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden demise of Mr. Ichillio Kinyua Ndiera, former Principal of Mwanganthia Secondary School, which occurred on Tuesday, 9th September 2025.

He was a loving husband of the late Teresa Kathiga Kinyua.

Beloved son of the late Francis Ndiera and the late Esther NKatha.

Brother of Elizabeth Karee and Rael Nchabira.

Father of Regina Makena, the late Fridah Kananu, Richard Mwirebua, Pius Kimathi, and Edwin Mwiti.

Grandfather of Mark,Austin, Eugene, Kevin, Teddy, Leon, Brian, Elsa, Clara, Delvin and Josiah.

Father-in-law of Fred Muchera, Alex Kimathi, Sophia Kathambi, and Hope Mutheu.

Brother-in-law of Julius Murithi, and a cherished uncle and cousin to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at his home in Ndagwene Village, Meru County.

The cortege leaves Consolata Hospital, Nkubu, on Tuesday, 16th September 2025 t 10:00 a.m. Thereafter, a mass and burial ceremony will be held at his home in Ndagwene Village, Meru County.

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.”– Matthew 5:8

 

AMB. JAPHETH KIMANZI ILAKO

6TH FEBRUARY 1935 – 8TH SEPTEMBER 2025

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather after an illness bravely borne. He was a devoted former ambassador, teacher, administrator, a great mentor, role model and a friend to many.

Beloved son of the late James llako Mututa, the late Thoki Ndile and the late Loise Kanyali Mwetu.

Husband of Priscilla Kimanzi Ilako. Father of James and Ailish Ilako, Phillip and Joyce Ilako, Charles and Ilse Ilako, Lucy Ilako, Lydia and Richard Kimenyi, Pamela Ilako, Timothy and Ruth Ilako and Michael and Dr. Natasha Ilako.

Grandfather of Sianna, Siobhan, Kui and Thiongo, Kimani and Nellie, Nimo, Leon,Tyrone, Chepi, David, Jonathan, Nathan, Calvin, Ilani, Arianna and Micah. Great- grandfather of Caleb and Zachary.

Brother of the late Kavengi Mwengi, the late John Lasi Ilako, the late Titus Mututa Ilako, Jane Kawelu, the late Christine Kivalason, the late Jemimah Musyoka, Justina Muinde; Dr. Festus Mwetu Ilako, Celestine Kiema, Bendetta Malusi, the late Petronila Kanyaa, the late Florence Kamene, Georey Muthui Ilako, Doris Nzambi Ashioyah, Augustus Lavu Ilako and the late Winfred Mutua.

Brother-in-law of Rose John, Eunice Tito Ilako, Prof. Dunera Mwetu Ilako, the late Sophie Muthui Ilako, Monica Lavu Ilako, the late Eizabeth and Daniel, the late Loise and David, the late Monica and Lai, Susan and the late Titus, Abel and Breta and the late Ann -Mutethya and Ben. He was an uncle and cousin to many.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, 16th September 2025, at the Nairobi Baptist Church, Ngong Road, from 12:00 p.m.

The cortege will leave Lee Funeral Home on Thursday, 18th September 2025, at 6:30 a.m. for a funeral service at ACK St. James Kathiia and thereafter the burial at his homestead in Kathiia Village, Mithini Location, Kitui West Sub-County.

Prayer and planning meetings will be held on Friday, 12th September 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, 13th September 2025, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m . at Nairobi Baptist Church, Ngong Road.

Loved ones are welcome to pay their respects at the viewing at Lee Funeral Home on Monday, 15th September 2025, between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

2 Timothy 4:7 —”I have fought a good fight, I have fished my course, I have kept the faith”

Mama Margaret Akinyi Juma

9th September 1955 – 1st September 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing on of Mama Margaret Akinyi Juma, who rested on 1st September 2025.

She was the daughter of late Kasmiel Ohio and Peres Adhiambo of Kobura, and loving wife of the late Barnabas Juma Akech. Mama Margaret was the mother of Beatrice, Carolyne, Erick, Titus, Geoffrey, Kevin, Mourine and Jessica. She was a co-wife of Eunice and Pamela.

She was a cherished mother-in-law of Jackline, Jane, Night, Janet, the late Paul, the late Nelson and Freeman.

She was grandmother of many including Charles, James, Margil, Damar, Natalie, Maxwell, Blaise, Claxton, Cherise, Dorine, Ramsey, Tatiana, Metrine, Peres, Odriana, Everline, Tiffany, Brian, Bravin, Rayan, Raphael, Britney, Emiliano and many more.

She was a sister of Rose, Risper, Charles the late Malachi, Joseph and Onyango and cousin to many.

The cortege leaves Lee Funeral Home on Thursday, 12th September 2025, for home in Ahero, Boya Baraka. Funeral service and burial will be held on Saturday, September 2025 at her home.

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

Joe Njiiri Murigu (Rukwaro)

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing on of Joe Njiiri Murigu (Rukwaro) of Gaikuyu, Magutu Location, Mathira Nyeri County.

Son of the late Njiiri Murigu & Milka Wairimu.

Loving husband of Lucy Thuguri Mwai. Father of Mark Njiiri & Lydia, Duncan Mwai & Mumbi,Watson Murigu.

Brother of Watson Murigo, Duncan Murigo, Esther Gitemi, the late Charles Ndoria, James Murigu, Catherine Waniiru, Chanty Mwaniki, the late Grace Nyawira and Alice Murigu.

Brother-in-law of Gladys Muthoni, the late Macharia Mwai, Sarah Wandia and Harrison Miano.

Grandfather of Dante Mwai and Mars Rukwaro.

Family & Friends are meeting daily from 4.00pm at his home in Gaikuyu for prayers Cortege leaves Jamii Nursing Hospital Karatina on Monday the 15th September 2025 at 8.00arn for a graveside funeral service at his home in Gaikuyu. The Service will start at10.00am and thereafter he will be laid to rest at the same venue.

” Indeed we belong to God & to him we shall return to”

 

Justus Kithela M’Igweta M’Mailutha

Born: 1946 – Died: 2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Justus Kithela M’Igweta M’Mailutha which occurred on 8th September 2025 at the Nairobi West Hospital. Justus was born in 1946 in Antuakwi Village, Urru sub-location, Tigania West subcounty, Meru County.

Justus was the loving son of the late M’Mailutha Kimuchii and Cialingera M’Mailutha. He was brother of the late Stephen Ntongai, the late Mukwaiti Kabaya, the late Fredrick Laibuni, the late Julius Kithure, the late James Muturo, the late Kaigera Ntoruru, Monthia Ntwaritho, Timothy Kaunjuga, Karei M’Ampuria and Prof. Joseph Thingithu Mailutha. Kithela passed away after battling cancer for a few years.

He is survived by his loving wife Joyce Kithela; Children -Titus Koome, Jane Gacheri, Harriet Kaimuri, Thomas Mugambi Kithela, the late David Thuranira Kithela and Janet Kanario Kithela; In laws Priscilla Kaaridoseph Ikirima and Robert Nyangori Nyarandi: Grandchildren- Allan Muthomi Koome, Bessy Gatwiri Koome, Evans Mugambi Koome, Bill Matara Nyangori, Diana Muthoni Ikirima, Michael Muriithi Ikirima, George Mwithia Ikirima as well as beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Burial meetings are being held at his home in Antuakwi Village daily and in Nairobi at All Saints Cathedral on 12th, 15th and 16th September 2025 from 5.00p.m.

We invite family and friends to attend a celebration of his life, to be held at the Urru Methodist Church on 196 September from 10.00 am – 5.00 p.m. The burial will i take place on the same day at his home in Antuakwi Village.

“Say not in grief `he is no more’ but in thankfulness that he was” Hebrew proverb

Mzee Abraham Muiruri Mungai

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Mzee Abraham Muiruri Mungai, formerly of the Ministry of Immigration, which occurred on 7th September 2025.

Son of the late Elijah Mungai and the late Lydia Wanjiku.

Loving husband of Eunice Wanjiru and Lucia Muturi. Father of Samuel Ngari, Elijah & Rhoda Mungai, Michael Gikera, Lydia Wanjiku, the late Andrew Kinyua, Ben & Priscilla Gitonga, Mercy Nyawira, Lydia Wanjiku, and Elijah Mungai.

Brother of Lucy Nyambura, the late Jason Gatheri, the late Samuel Karanja, Milcah Waithera, Peter Ng’ang’a, Simion Wavveru, James Mwaura, and Esther Wanjiru. Step-brother of Florence Wanjiru, Samuel Ndungu, Jane Nyambura, Peris Wanjiku, the late Mwalimu James Mberethi, the late Rosemary Gaki, Naomi Wagio, and Raphael Kamau.

Grandfather of Eunice, Joyce, Abraham, Joan, Anthony, Maxwell, Faith, Eunice Wanjiku, Elizabeth, Davis, Giovan, Natasha, Ethan, Lisa, and Zoey.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his home in Oloitokitok and Thika for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves OLoitokitok District Mortuary on 15/0912025 at 830am followed by a funeral service at his farm ) in Nkama, Oloitokitok burial thereafter at the same place.

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

May his soul rest in eternal peace.

Ann Muthoni Karuga

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Ann Muthoni Karuga of Kruger Arcade Eldoret after a short illness.

Beloved daughter of the late John Karuga and the late Margaret Karuga

Formerly of Agip petrol station and Kruger Arcade Eldoret.

Sister of Susan, the late Simeon, the late Cecilia, Nduta, Lucy, Sammy, and the late Peter.

Sister-in- law of the late Timo, Nyambura, and Kate.

Loving aunt of Lydia, Mercy, Denno, Claire, Mike, Johnte, Wanja, Shiko, Mimo, Angel, John, Shiko, John Paul, Talia, Lisa and Joy.

Loving grandma of Mumbi, Mich, Marie, and Nate. Cousin to many.

The cortege will leave Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital Morgue on Tuesday 16th September 2025 at 7.00 am for funeral service at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church Majengo Parish and burial at Kamukunji Cemetery Eldoret.

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

Nathan MutumaThiringi

With humble acceptance of God’s will we announce the passing on of Nathan Mutuma Thiringi of Miathene, Meru County.

Son of the late Naaman Thiringi Kaume and Elizabeth Mbeti Kaume.

Father of Alvin Kaume Mutuma and Precious Muthoni Mutuma.

Brother of James Kithinji, Lydia Kaume, Eva Kaume Kagiri and Mercy Kaume Odinga.

Brother-in-law of Phoebe Wanja, Richard Gikonyo, Paul Kagiri and Denis Odinga.

Stepbrother of Florence Bundi, George Kinoti, Rose Mbaa, the late Nicholas Thuranira, Susan Mwonjiru, Charity Kinya and Naomi Kananu. Loving uncle, cousin, and friend of many.

The cortege will leave Cool Breeze Funeral Home, Meru, on Saturday, 13th September 2025 at 9.00am for funeral service and burial at his home in Kamboo Village, Miathene at 10.30am.

Fare thee well, our beloved Nathan.

Advocate Mathew Kyalo Mbobu

It is with profound sadness and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Advocate Mathew Kyalo Mbobu, ClArb, CPM, EBS who died tragically on 9th September 2025.

Beloved husband of Anne Mwende Kyalo. He was the loving father to Maryanne Koki, Jean-Pierre (JP) and Rehema.

Son of the late Mbobu Nyolo and Hannah Mbelele Mbobu of Maiani Village, Makueni County. He was a brother of Elizabeth Ngao & the late Stephen Ngao, Michael Mutisya, the late Thomas Mutiso and the late Stella Mutiso, James & Mary Maluki (Adv.), the late Rhodah Katunge, the late Susan Mueni, Samuel & Elizabeth Mulwa. Joel &Terry Kaleli, Gabriel & Liz Mutuku, Stephen & Grace Muinde.

Brother-in-law of the late Ben & Margret Ndambuki, the late Joel & the late Beatrice Kithyaka, Col. (Rtd) David & Agnes Kimeu, Agnes Kisila, the late Joseph & Jane Kyula, the late Charles & Zipporah Mulwa, the late Julius & Lucy Mutua, Lt_ Col. (Rtd) Reuben & Pamela Kisila,Wilfred & Sarah Kivuva, Justus & Grace Muthungu, Hon Brian & Mwikali Kisila, John & the late Irene Luusa, Japheth & Beatrice Ndambuki among others.

Beloved Uncle of Saul & Mercy Ngao, Emmanuel, Isaac, Wanza, Mwende, Mumo, Mbithuka, Robert, Kulu, Ruth. Emmanuel & Margaret Maluki, Caleb Mueni, Mbele, Kailu & Guy Mulwa,Veronica, Kavithe, Eric, Mary, Martin, Grace. Francis. Michelle, Praise, Catherine, Austin & Celestine.

He was also beloved Uncle of Jason Mutua, June Mwikali, Mathew Kithyaka, Lyn Kimeu, Jackie, Linda, Laura, John, Joseph, the late Catherine Kisila, June Kyula, Rev. Dr. Julian & Amanda Kyula, Joan & Duncun Currie, JoyKyula. Jean & Wambu Muigai, Philip & Carol Mawia, Captain Katunge & Johnbarns, Abraham, Advocate Eric Kivuva & Kiki, Lizzie & Alex, Sharon Kalunde, Melody, Joseph Mothungu, Wendo Kisila, Natasha Kisila, oseph & Anne, Albert & Mwende, Katumbi, Kamene, Joseph, Anne Shah, Maria, Chris, Betty & David Icharia, Ken & Jackie Luusa,Marshal & Jibek Luusa, Paula & Roddey Weir, David & Soila Luusa, among others.

Cherished Godfather of Nicole, Sophie, Eryca, Natalie, John Luke, Aaron G Muya, Betty, Michie & Sharon, John Oganga, Lee & Mumo Kitulu and Natasha Kisila.

Meetings are taking place daily at his Karen home and at All Saints Cathedral on 12th & 15th September 2025 from 5:00 pm.

Funeral service will be held at St. John’s The Evangelist, Lang’ata South Road – Karen, on Tuesday, 16th eptember 2025 at I 1:00 am.

Private family interment on Wednesday, 17th September 2025.

Psalm 46: 1-3 “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble”

Mzee Isaac Ichungwa Ngugi

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Mzee Isaac Ichungwa Ngugi. He hails from Mai-ai-ihii Village, Kikuyu Constituency.

He was the son of the late Josiah Ngugi Warari and Wanjiru Ngugi.

Beloved husband of Mary Mumbi and the late Rahab Wanjiku lchungwa. Father, grandfather, great grandfather and great great grandfather of many.

He was the brother of the late Elizabeth Wandai Laban and the late Jacob Muiruri Ngugi. He was a step brother to many.

Meetings are being held every day at his home in Mai-ai-ihii near the Green Garden Main School from 3.00 p.m.

There will be a memorial service on Sunday 14th starting from 1.00 p.m at his home.

The cortege will leave Lee Funeral Home on 15th September 2025 at 8:00 a.m. after which he will be laid to rest in his farm at Maai-hii, Kikuyu.

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

Engineer Anthony Karanja Wamwaki

With deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing of Engineer Anthony Karanja Wamwaki, who was tragically called to rest on Tuesday, 9th September 2025, following a road accident. Engineer Anthony Karanja Wamwaki was a valued Electrical Engineer at KenGen, where he diligently served with professionalism and commitment.

He was the beloved son of Mr. Frederick Wamwaki and Mrs. Grace Wamwaki.

A loving father of ElianaWangui Karanja.

Cherished brother of Dr. John Muiga Wamwaki, Jeff Mbugua Wamwaki, and Dr. Tigist Gebre.

Affectionate uncle of Nathan Muiga, Justin Muiga, and Wintana Muiga.

Family and friends are meeting daily for prayers and funeral planning at the residence of his father, Mr. Frederick Wamwaki, in Nairobi, from 6:00 p.m. onwards.

A Requiem Mass will be held on Friday, 12th September 2025, at 4:30 p.m., at the same residence. An interdenominational thanksgiving service will follow on Sunday, 14th September 2025, at 3:00 p.m., also at the family home.

The cortege will depart from Montezuma Funeral Home on Monday, 15th September 2025, at 7:00 a.m., for a Funeral Mass at St. Teresa Catholic Church, Murengeti, Limuru, commencing at 10:00 a.m.

Thereafter, interment will take place at the family home in Murengeti, Limuru.

“Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised.” Job 1:21 (NIV)

 

Nancy Wambui Muruthi

It is with deep sadness and acceptance of God’s will, we share the passing of our beloved Nancy Wambui Muruthi at the Kenyatta National Hospital on Monday 8 September 2025.

Her presence graced our lives in many ways, and her memory will forever shine like a guiding star.

Nancy was a loving mother of Rachel Njoki and Dolphine Wanja.

Sister of the late Esther Njeri, the late George Ngige, the late James Gatuiku, and the late Mercy Ngendo.

Grandmother of David Njugi, Abigail Wambui, Elijah James, and Hannah Njeri.

Daily meetings are being held at her home in Maai Mahiu.

She will be laid to rest on Friday, 12th September 2025 at Lang’ata Cemetery,

Forever in our hearts, Nancy. Though we loved you dearly, it is now the Almighty who holds you in eternal love and peace.

Elder Francis Munyu

We announce the passing on of Elder Francis Munyu (retired Elder and teacher).

Husband of Naomi Wanjiru Munyu.

His siblings are Samuel Mugo, Fred Waweru and the late Paul Mungai, Eliud Mwangi, James Kinuthia, Esther Wangari, Simon Kuria and Hannah Nyambura.

Father of Davies Muniu, Arthur N. Munyu, Paul Maina, Jennifer Macharia, Martin Munyu, James Munyu, Godwin Kinyanjui and Sarah Muthoni. Father-in-law of Mary Muniu, Anne Maina, Isaac Macharia, Agnes Ruchu, Naomi Mwangi and Bilha Kinyanjui.

He was grandfather of Gatitu & Shiku, Shi-Catherine, Gakii & Jonah, Polly, Nyambura, Shiru, Alex, Amy, Anita, Abby, Shay, Sadie, Adrian. Janelle and Cathy. He was great-grandfather of Muniu, Mirara, Ethan, Nadia, Kanana and Mwenda.

Family and friends are meeting daily at his home in Ng’ethu Village, Mareira Location Murang’a County for prayers and funeral arrangements.

There will be a memorial service at Citam Valley Road, McBride Hall on Thursday 11 September 2025 from 6.00pm.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home, Kabati on Saturday 13 September 2025 at 7:00 am for funeral service at Ikumbi Primary School grounds starting at 11.00am. He will be laid to rest at his home at Mukui, Ngethu Village.

Blessed ore the dead who die in the Lord, their deeds follow them. Rev. 14:13

Bernard Otieno Magambo 

In Loving Memory

Baba, 5 years on and we still love and miss you dearly. We wish you were here to see how your children and grandchildren have grown and progressed. Our eyes still well up when we think about you and the love you had for us but we find joy in the beautiful memories you left us with and hope that one day we shall see you again.

Remembered by your wife Phoebe Magambo, children Alice (Knight), Anne (Akinyi), Seth, Emmah,Winnie, Richard (junior), and Sam (Mzee). Brother of Donald and Tobias Magambo, In-law of Grace and Alga Counsin of Honorable Sharon and Dr Owuor Ominde. Your grand children-Mikayla, M’chelle, Chantelle, Zion,Violet, Myra, Olivia, Nigel and Owen.

Continue resting in peace wuod Agoro.

God will wipe away our tears and there will be no more deaths. Rev. 21.4

 

Mwalimu Stanley Kaburu Eliezer

It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely death of our Patriarch Mwalimu Stanley Kaburu Eliezer, which occurred on the night of 3 September 2025.

Stanley was the cherished son of the late Eliezer M’Borona and the late Miriam Eliezer, of Gitombani village, Maara Sub-County,Tharaka Nithi County.

He was the devoted husband of the late Faith Mukwarugi, Mercy Kirumi.

Stanley was a proud and caring brother of the late Kithuchi, the late Karimi, the late Jedida, the late Robert, the late Ruguru, Muiya, Nkonge, the late Kainyu, the late Mugo, the late Karia, and Gatune.

He was a deeply devoted father of his children: Mbae and Jacinta, Kambura and Micheni, Kimathi and Serah, Nyaga and Doreen, the late Gitati and Kawira, Miriti and Kawira, Kangai and Kirema, Murithi and Kangai, Munene and Nyawira, Nieru and Waithiegeni, and Kathoni and Kimotho.

He was also a proud grandfather to twenty nine grandchildren. Mwalimu Stanley was an uncle, friend. teacher and mentor to many.

He will be laid to rest on Chogoria, Tharaka Nithi County on Friday, September 12, 2025, at his home in Gitombani Village, Chogoria, Tharaka Nithi County.

Though he has left us in body, we know that God is the giver and taker of life. He has called Stanley in his home and we trust in his perfect will. Stanley, you were a good man. A loving husband. A devoted father. A faithful servant of God. Rest well, our patriarch. You will always be loved, and you will never be forgotten.

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

 

John Buluku Nabali

It is with profound sorrow and with humble acceptance of God’s will, that we announce the passing on of Mr. John Buluku Nabali of Madzuu Kisienya village, beloved son of the late Theresa Buhungi and Elizafan Nabali. Son-in-law of the late Mary Kahendelwa Luhunzu and Samuel Ambatsa Obimbo which occurred on 6th September 2025.

He was the loving husband of Mrs. Florence Buluku, and a beloved father of Rose, Allan, Elizabeth, Leah, Mary, and Eric, as well as many more who cherished him as a dad.

He was also a devoted grandfather of Melissa, Grace, Michelle, Sharon, and Mike.

He was also the beloved brother of the late Zipporah Kageha, Livingstone Saliku, the late Dorcas Kavosa, Gerrishom Nabali, the late Fred Nabali, Esther Nabali and Jonathan Nabali.

A brief memorial service will be held at Montezuma Funeral Home on Thursday, September 2025 at 2:00 p.m.

He will be laid to rest at his home in Kisienya Village, Vihiga on Saturday, 13th September 2025.

My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest. Exodus 33:14

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

Elder Eng Henry Morang’a Obonyo

Sunrise: 25/02/1962 — Sunset: 29/08/2025

It’s with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Elder Henry Morang’a Obonyo. (formerly of the Kenya Bureau of Standards), who passed away on August 29, 2025.

He was the son of the late Jackson Obonyo Moronge and Mama Yunes Nyangweso Obonyo.

He was a loving husband of Margaret Turungi, a doting father of Christine Monchari, Kennedy Tirimba, Angeline Bitutu, Immaculate Nyangweso, Eric Turungi, Agnes Biyaki, and Lucia Mogoi, a grandfather of Rael Bonareri, and father-in-law of Julian Fontaine.

Brother of Hezekiel, Kwarnboka, Kemunto, Onwong’a, Moraa, the late Tenesias, Nyang’au, Moronge, the late Ouko, Maturu, Kabuka, Onguti, and Bosibori.

Uncle of Moronge, Monchari, Tirimbas, Gikenyi, Denis. Clive, Jemima, Collins, Grace, Nyangwesos, Obonyos, among others.

He was the brother-in-law of Thakane, Yosabia, the late Oigoro, Ochako, Maria, Prisca, Misati, Juliana, Everlyne, Mary, Kemuma, Kerubo, Obiri, Dominic, Late Onyancha, Nyang’ate, Hezron,Theophas.

He was the nephew of the late Samuel, Mzee Ongeri, Gilbert, late Ochwang’i, Mokaya, the late Nyamori, Meshack, Ombaki, Bonuke, late Mogute, Sibia, and the late Teresa, among others.

He was a cousin of Machogu Ombaki, Peter Ongeri, the Mwebis, and Nyangichas. Nyauntus, Ondieks, Machukis, among others.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home on Thursday, 11th September 2025, at 8.00am for Kisii home, and burial will take place on 12th September 2025 at Mogweko Village, Nyaribari Masaba Constituency.

GLORY BE TO GOD

CYNTHIA KHADUDU ECHESSAH

SUNRISE 17/09/1972 – SUNSET 05/09/2025

It is with deep sadness that the Echessah Family announces the death of Cynthia Khadudu Echessah the Director of St Phaustina junior Academy KItengela that occurred on 5/9/2025 after a short illness.

She is the daughter of the late Francis Khadudu Were and the late Hilda Mbeba Were.

Loving wife to Protase Echessah, cherished mother to Teddy, Wendy and Bakhita Echessah.

Daughter in-law of the late Gabriel Echessah Opongo and the late Florence Email.

Sister to Thomas, Dr. Eugene, Bertha, Janet, Augustine, Esther and Titus.

Sister in-law to Seraphine, Benard, Jacinta, Colletta, Peter, Gerald, Maximillia and Brenda Echessah, Edith, Hawa, Tom, Mary, Patson and Cindy.

Funeral arrangements are ongoing at both her home in Akila Phase I Estate in Nairobi and Vesba Eating House Development, Mezzanine Floor along Mai Avenue from 5.30pm.

There will be a fundraising at All Saints Cathedral on 15/9/ 2025 from 5.00pm.

A Requiem Mass will be held at the Don Bosco Shrine on 17/9/ 2025 at 2.00pm.

The funeral service and Burial will be held on 19/9/ 2025 at her home in Butula Sub-County Tingolo Sub location Masendebale Village.

Georgina Temba Mubisi

It is with profound sorrow and acceptance of Gods will that we announce the passing-on of our beloved Georgina Temba Mubisi (JoJo) who rested on Thursday, 4th September 2025, after a courageous battle with Lupus SLE.

Jojo is a cherished daughter of Jane Ternba and Martin Mubisi, a treasured granddaughter of Alice and the late Joseph Temba and Hendrica and Dr. Anthony Mubisi of Busia County.

She was a loving sister of Steffi Ternba. Sister-in-law of Austin Mwariri. Doting aunt of Ray Karimi and a precious niece and cousin to the wider Mubisi and Temba families.

Her radiant spirit, warm heart and enduring courage touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Meetings are currently being held at Cornerstone Estate,Kenyatta Road and at the Mubisi family home in Busia Town.

A Harambee to offset the medical bill will take place today Thursday, 11th September at All Saints Cathedral from 5:30 p.m.

A memorial service in her honour will be held on Thursday, 18th September 2025 at Thika Road Baptist Church from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The cortege leaves Georgina Temba Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home on Friday, 19th September 2025, for an overnight vigil at her home in Busia. The funeral service will be held at FTC Busia on Saturday 20th September 2025 from 10:00 a.m. followed by burial at the family home in Lukonyi, Busia Township.

Jojo fought with grace and lived fully. Though she has departed from us, her memory and light will forever remain in our hearts.

Those who uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death – Isaiah 57:2

Gladys Damaris Aluoch

The immediate Akelo family, the wider K’Omolo clan of Kanyidoto, Homa Bay, her children and grandchildren have lost a respected and beloved Matriarch in Gladys Damaris Aluoch, who passed away on the 10th of August 2025 in Nairobi following battle with cancer.

She was born of the late Philip Akelo and the late Jerusha Akumu, and was preceded in death by her siblings David Odhiambo, Rose Omolo, Nereah Ajwang, Benjamin Abila and Johnson Opundo. Her surviving siblings are Jedidiah Olale, Isabelle Rakiro and Dr. Otieno E. Omolo.

Gladys was mother of the late Betty Achieng’, Robert Ondhowe and Shamila Unnikrishnan, the late Roy Omondi Ondhowe, Maureen Achieng’ and the late Anthony Otieno Ondhowe. Grandmother of Tony Otieno, Wema Amondi, Lyla Ayaga and Shiv Sure.

She was aunty to many nieces and nephews, including the Odhiambo family of Lambwe, George Owiti and Grace Kamasara, Agnes Okoth and Epaineto Otieno, Dennis Kabila, the Rakiros, Samson Okumu, and Dr. Daniel Nyamai.

She was a beloved great aunty and grandmother to many others. Friend and mentor to scores.

A memorial service will be held at her home in RIAT Hills on the 28th of September 2025 starting from 1300, during which her remains will be laid to rest.

 

Engineer Kevin Mutua Nzioki

Sunrise: 12th January 1997 – Sunset: 1st September 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Engineer Kevin Mutua Nzioki.

He was a beloved son of Dr/FCPA Boniface Nzioki Mutua (Rwanda) and Florence Mwongeli Nzioki (NSSF) and brother of Betty Syokau Nzioki.

Kevin was grandson of Gregory Ngao and the late Teresia Ngao; and the late R.A.M. Kieti and Beth Kieti.

Kevin was nephew of Cyrus and Winnie Nzyuko, Scola, Victoria and Erickson Mutinda, Victor and Rose Ndolo, Rosalia and Ernest Mwangi, Caroline and Moses Wambua, Peter Mutua, Dr. Dave and Christine Okech (USA), the late Robert Kieti, Gerry and the late Irene Waka.

He was cousin of Terry, Susan and Rose Kimundu; Teresia and Peter Mutinda; Teresia and Catherine Mwangi; Ted and Brian Ndolo, Teresia Mwongeli; Elise and Amanda Ochieng; Jair and Eliora Waka; Betty, Elias, Aggie and Peter Ngao; and many others.

Kevin was uncle of Zoe and Zac Kyalo.

Family and friends are meeting daily in Nyayo Estate, Embakasi at their home from 7.00 PM. and at their rural home, Kiwanza Village, Myanyani Sub-location, Mwala location, Mwala Sub-county, Machakos County.

The memorial service will take place at The River of God (ROG) Church in Parklands, on Wednesday, 10th September 2025 from 2.00 P.M. to 4.00 P.M.

The burial will be on Friday, 12th September 2025 at their rural home.

Wilson Mwangi Karuri

Sunrise: February 1st, 1949 — Sunset: September 4th, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Wilson Mwangi Karuri of Maganjo Village, Muranga County.

He was the beloved husband of Margaret Waithira and a devoted father of Emma Wangeci, Stella Wanjiku, Dennis Karuri, Timothy Charles Gatimu, and Millicent Waithira Njeri.

Wilson was the son of the late David Mwangi (Karuri) and the late Milkah Waithira.

He was also the son-in-law of the late Charles Gichia Muchira and the late Esther Wanjiku.

He was a cherished brother of the late Henry Maina and Grace Waithira, the late Nelius Wanjiru, Francis Mucoya and Lucy Wangare, the late Beatrice Nduta, the late Stanley Wanderi and the late Rose Wanjiku, Jane Waruiru and Julius Maina, the late Esther Njeri, Keziah Waruinu and Jeremiah Njoroge, and Catherine Njeri.

Funeral Arrangements: A fellowship will be held in his honor on Saturday, 13th September, 2025, at 4:00 PM at his home in Doonholm, Sunrise Phase I .

The funeral service and burial will take place on Wednesday, 17th September, 2025. The cortege leave KU Referral Memorial Funeral Home along the Northern Bypass at 8:00AM for his final resting place at his rural home in MaganjoVil4ge, Murarandia Ward, Kiharu Constituency, Kahuro Sub-county, Muranga County.

All are welcome to join us in celebrating a life well-lived.

Thomas Mbuvi Ndunda

Sunrise: 31st October 1958 – Sunset: 7th September 2025

It is with great sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Thomas Mbuvi Ndunda, that occurred at Nairobi West Hospital on the 7th of September 2025.

He was the second born son of the late Mzee David Ndunda Nzivo and the late Ruth Mbithe of Matungulu sub-county, Matheini location, Kyekoyo.

He was the spouse of Hon. Catherine Muia (Machakos County Assembly). Father & Mentor of Irene Mbuvi, Advocate, Dickson Mbuvi, Harrison Mbuvi and Victoria Mbuvi. Doting grandfather of Anella, Zenani, Adrielle,Asher, Scully, Silver, Sanchia, Raphael, Japheth, Marion, Michelle, Zani, Ezra, Amari, Raheim and Saviana.

Brother of Michael Musembi,Anthony Muisyo, Jane Munyoki, Catherine Nitta, Moses Nzivo and the late Florence Itumbi.

Brother-in-law of the late Fred Munyoki and Tarcisius Nitta, Brother-in-law of Terry, Josphine, Janet and Dorothy. Father-in-law of Eston Mwangi, Teresia Kitonga and Anastasia Maende.

Uncle of Zola, Brian, Harry, Angela, Nzomo, Winnie, Francis, Richard, Mark, Allan, Ivy, Evans, Lynne, Nicholas, Flo, Zelfar, David, Jane,Victoria, Flavian among others (34).

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his Residence in Syokimau, family home in Mariakani Estate South B and at the rural home in Kyekoyo for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The Requiem mass will be held on Friday 12th September 2025 from 6:00 Pm at St Veronica Catholic Church – Syokimau Parish.

There will be a mini fundraiser at the parish main hall after the mass. Pay Bill No. 4164781 (Thomas Mbuvi Ndunda farewell) Account —Your Name.

The cortege leaves Montezuma. Funeral Home on Tuesday, 16th September 2025 early in the Morning for the burial which will be held at Kyekoyo village.

2nd Timothy 4:7-8 “He has fought a good fight, He has finished the race; He has kept the faith.”

Naftali Njeru Waithanje

Sunrise: 1940 – Sunset: 4th September 2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the demise of Mzee Naftali Njeru Waithanje which occurred on Thursday the 4th September 2025 after a long illness.

Naftali was the beloved son of the late Shadrack Waithanje and the late Eunice Karimi.

He was the loving husband of Jena Ciumwari. He was the devoted father of Margaret Muthoni, Eunice Wanja and Mureithi Kibe, Antony Muriithi and Mary Kiende, Susan Muthanje and Moffat Kariuki, Rose Njoki, John Ndwiga and Wangui Githinji and Anderson Gitonga.

He was the dear brother of Gladwell, the late Daniel, Esther, Zabedi, Agatha, the late jeridia, Harry Karugu and Muriuki.

He was the loving grandfather of Kevin Murithi, Arnold Mutugi.Tony Munene, Daniel Kibe, Dr. Eric Ngare, Thomas Kibe, Grace Kibe, Gloria Kinya, Brenda Wawira. Jayden Munene, Stacy Nyakio, Melany Wendo, Kelsey Katheu, Kylan Njeru, Fernandes Njeru, Vernice Nyaguthie and Jean Pendo. He was a great grandfather to many. Naftali was an uncle, cousin, friend, relative and mentor to many.

He will be fondly remembered for his generosity, his unwavering love for his family and dedicated service to the church and the community.

Family and friends are meeting daily from 4.00pm for prayers and funeral arrangements at his home in Gitare Village, Embu-East Sub-County, Embu County.

The cortege will leave Gakwegori Funeral Home on Saturday 13th September 2025 at 8,00am for the funeral service at Gitare Primary School. Thereafter, he will be laid to rest at his home in Gitare Village.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the Faith.” 1 Timothy 4:7

Rahab Nyang’endo Wambugu

It is with the humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Rahab Nyang’endo Wambugu, formerly a teacher at Nairobi South Primary School and a long time member of PCEA St Andrews Church Nairobi, after a short illness on Sunday 7th September 2025.

Wife of the late Charles Wambugu Goro, mother of Catherine Wangui, Evans Goro, Victoria Goro, Betty Wangu and Anne Wanjiru Wambugu; daughter of the late Robinson Mumenya Gikuhi and the late Bernice Wangu Mumenya. Grandmother of Joseph Ndungu Mural, Kwame Njenga Mwaura, Mitchelle Kamene Goro, Brian Wambugu Goro, Shaka Wambugu Mwaura and Natasha Wangui Goro. Sister to four loving sisters, four brothers. Auntie to many nephews, nieces, loving cousin and relative to many.

Evening prayers at Andrews church Nairobi on Thursday 11th and Friday 12th September 2025 from 5.00pm.

Burial details will be shared later.

Should you wish to assist, you may send your contribution through MPESA Pay bill: 566 9440 Account Number: Your Name

Rahab has fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith – 2 Timothy 4:7 –

Evanson Muriithi Mukira

Appreciation

We, the family of Evanson Muriithi Mukira wish to express our profound gratitude to all those who provided us with overwhelming support following Muriithrs sudden illness and subsequent demise. We in particular wish to thank and acknowledge the following: – USC Arcadia Hospital in California USA and its medical team who attended to Muriithi with dedication and compassion during his short illness. We are also grateful to the entire USA team comprising friends, relatives and Evanson colleagues.

Special thanks go out to the ACK Diocese of Mt Kenya West under the able leadership of the bishop the Rt. Rev. Gerald Mureithi and retired bishop Rt. Rev. Joseph Kagunda for their support and words of encouragement. We also acknowledge the support of the following ACK churches: – All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi, St. Francis, Karen, St. Paul’s Kariki, Nyeri, Sr. Joseph Kabete, St. Mary’s, Syokimau, and All Saints Kwa Maingi, Mavoko.

We also appreciate and are grateful to all groups and friends of Mukira Family members for the invaluable support. Special thanks go to the funeral organizing committees from Kenya and USA.

Since it is not humanly possible to mention each and everyone who held our hands during this most difficult time, kindly take this message as our sincere gratitude and may God bless you abundantly.