Dominic Ruto Pkalya

19th October, 1976 — 28th August, 2025

It is with deep sorrow, yet with gratitude to Almighty God, that we announce the passing of our beloved Dominic Ruto Pkalya, who went to be with the Lord on 28 August 2025 at Nairobi West Hospital after a short illness.

Dominic was born in Lityei Village, Mnagei Ward, Kapenguria Constituency,West Pokot County. Until his demise, he faithfully served as Snr. Platform Manager, Peace Building and Conflict Transformation (PBCT) at Act! A scholar, author, and thought leader, Dominic was a towering pillar in the peacebuilding and conflict management sector across Kenya and the region, with several publications and articles to his name.

He was the cherished son of James Pkalya and Joyce Chenang’at, and step-son of Grace Pkalya. Beloved brother of Armstrong (Amu) A.G., Moses – NBK, Hycine — USA, and Corine – Australia, and a stepbrother of Kama, Chewara, Plimo, Laban, Sarah, the late Micah, among others.

Dominic was the devoted husband of the late Diana, Gloria and Grace. A loving father of Albertina, Darvin, Hazel, Francisca,Alvine, Haven, Carl, Hadassah, and Pengat.

Grandson of Ko-Ruto, the late Pkalya Mengich, and the late Ko-Paul Pkalya.

Nephew of Joseph Pkalya, Ko-Cherop Kide, Ko-Cheseret, and Ko-Sandra_ Cousin to the Kides, Psikous, and ,Riponyangs.

He was an uncle of Elsie, Rawlins, Vins, Rhyson, Klenz, Zariah, Zanita, Kaylin, Bryden, Ethan, Milan, Ela, Tasha, Ashton, Perur, Jeramil, and the late Cheryl.

Brother-in-law of Mercy Lomuk and Annet Ngeiywa.

The body is lying at Montezuma Funeral Home, Nairobi.

A memorial service will be held at CITAM Valley Road on Tuesday, 9th September 2025 at 10:00 AM.

The cortege will leave for his final resting place in MurkwijitVillage,West Pokot County on Friday, 12th September 2025. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, 13th September 2025 at Murkwijit Primary School starting at 9:00 AM, followed by interment at his home.

A brother, mentor, friend and inspiration – gone but never forgotten.

Dr. Charles Mogote Nyamwaya

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Dr. Charles Mogote Nyamwaya, Lecturer at Mount Kenya University (Nakuru & Thika Campuses), on 25th August 2025 at 10:30 p.m., after a long illness.

Dr. Charles was the beloved son of the late Mwalimu Philip Nyamwaya Makere and Mama Milkah Nyaboke.

He was a devoted husband of Rose and a loving father of Davies Mogote.

He was a cherished brother of Margaret, the late Mellen, the late Douglas, Rose, Eric, jackline, Linet, Okari, Gisege, Nyatuka, and Asiago.

Son-in-law of the late Kiyondi and the late Bisieri. Nephew of the Makeres, Matunduras, and Araka’s, the late Nyachoti, Oanda, the late Momanyi, Nyagitari, Makori, Nyandoche, Asande, Rael, Alice, Miriam, Beatrice, Pauline, Ondieki, Nyandara. Bonareri, Joyce, Esther, the late among others.

Brother-in-law of the late Achuti, the late Kengere,the late Hellen, the late Mariah, Dorcas, and Fred.

Cousin of Moranga, Ronald, Richard,Wilder, Robert, Vincent, Benard, Lornah,Alex, among others.

Grandson of the late Makere, the late Kerubo, the late Araka, and the late Subano.

The body is lying at P.N.N Funeral Home, Nakuru, awaiting burial at his home in Sobea, Rongai, Nakuru County, on Friday, 12th September 2025.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at their homes in lbacho Jogoo, Nyaribari Masaba, and at their house in Nakuru, Arap Chumo Estate.

Brigitar Nthambi Mwangangi

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the promotion to glory on 30th August 2025 of our beloved Mama Brigitar Nthambi Mwangangi, beloved wife of the late Josiah Mutua Mwangangi of Keemanzi Village, Kithembe location Kilungu Subcounty.

Born in 1938, she was the daughter of the late Cosma.s Lavuta and the late Valentine Mwithi. She was the sister of late Catherine, late Mbaluka, late Mutevu. Margret,Teresia, Elisabeth, late John, late Juliana, Pius and Rose.

She was the loving mother of Geradine Mutheu, late Dominic Wambua, late Mutua, late Ezekiel Moscow, Peter Mutua, Mary Kaloo, late Philip Kivai, Augustine Mulinge, Doreen Nduku, late Onesmus Muthenya, late Judges Maweu and Avidar Muteti.

She was the mother-in-law of Philip Mwendwa, Monica Mutua, Esther Moscow, Charity Mutua, Timothy Nzuve Catherine Kivai, Catherine Mulinge, Joseph Musyimi, Elisabeth Muteti. She leaves behind many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

The cortege will leave Montesuma Funeral Home on Wednesday, 10th September, 2025, for her family home Keemanzi Village for burial the same day starting from 10.00am.

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

Leonard Wambugu Muchemi

Sunrise: 12 .11.1957 – Sunset: 02.09.2025 

We regret to announce the passing of Leonard Wambugu Muchemi (M.D. Jolemac Fire Protection) on 2nd September 2025.

He was born to the late Sospeter Muchemi and the late Miriam Wanjiku Muchemi. He was a son-in-law of the late Erastus and Wangari Mukuha.

He was a loving husband of Lucy Wanjiku and father of Catherine Wanjiru, Florence Wangari and Matthew Muchemi.

He was a caring brother of the late Jackson Maina, the late Joyce Wamaitha, Virginia Wambui, the late Stanley Ndirangu, the late Ann Wangari, Joseph Waithaka, John Mwangi and Lucy Wanjira.

He was a father-in-law of Ali Kimani, Toppy Karisa and Lyanne Wangui and a loving grandfather of Andrew, Nevin and Hania.

Daily meetings are held at his residential home Buruburu phase 5 extension house number 151.

A memorial service will be on Tuesday 9th September 2025 at Holy Trinity Catholic Buruburu I from 11.00am.

The cortege will leave Jamii Nursing Home Karatina on Thursday 11th September 2025 9.00am for a requiem mass Kimahuri Catholic Church, thereafter burial will take place on the same day at his home in Kimahuri, Mitero Village Nyeri County.

Leonard will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by family and friends.

Mzee John Wanyonyi Solomon

We ace saddened to announce the demise of our beloved Rtd Senior Assistant Chief Mzee John Wanyonyi Solomon who died on 21.08.2025 at Maxicare Hospital Webuye.

Loving husband of mama PetroniIla Nanjala Wanyonyi. Father of Fridah, late Maurice, late Henry, late Ngome, Nicholas (USA), Pamella (KRA), Francis, Mary, Florence,Violet, Naliaka (KRA), Nendela,Tavani, Lucy, Emmanuel.

Father in-law of late Charles Nambale, Getrude (Bgm County), Lilian (USA), Herbert, late Everlyne, Lena, Michael,Aniani, Dorice, Amukowa.

Grandfather Matanda (West Kenya), Kilande, late Lukelesia, Bridged (USA), Brandon (USA), Michelle, Mary, Eng. Dennis (USA), Eng. Norvic (USA), Millicent (NCBA BANK), Elizabeth (USA), Collins (USA), Ian (USA), Dan (USA), Sheila (USA), Kennedy, Grace (Safaricorn), Ruth, Barbra, Mi)ka, Carolyne, Esther Nambale, (KRA), Elizabeth, Rose, Cecile, Nicole, Mark, John, Moses, Nolan,. Brighton, Fridah,Arnold, Lynne, Derrick, Sharon.

Great grandfather of Henry, Petty, Larry, .Kerubo, Fridah, Shauna, Faraja, Baraka, Heti, Andrew, Eliza, Shawn, Joshua, Karim, Yanzi, Bryce.

Friends and relatives are meeting at his home Bahai, Kiliboti Sub-Location, Matete Sub-County.

The Cortege leaves delight funeral home Kimilili on 11th September, 2025, for requiem mass at Chimoi Parish Catholic Church, thereafter proceed to his home. Funeral service and burial will be held on Saturday, 13th September, 2025 from 8:30 am.

May GOD REST HIS SOUL IN ETERNAL PEACE

 

Margret Muthoni Munene

Sunrise: 31st December 1947 – Sunset: 31st August 2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of our beloved matriarch Margret Muthoni Munene following a short illness bravely borne.

She was the beloved wife of Dishon Munene Kanyoni. Mother of John Mwangi Kanyoni, the late Loise Wangui, Gerald Kihiu, Gladys Njeri, Mary Wawitima, Joseph Kiragu, Susan Njoki and George Githinji. Grandmother of Dishon Munene, Hon. Margaret Muthoni Mwangi, Carol, Kelvin, Gituro, Margaret Muthoni, Faith, Mungai, Kiarie and many more. She was a great grandmother of Ethan, Kimberly, Bradley, Nathan, Ariana and many more.

Sister of the late George Githinji, the tate VVilliam Wachira, the late VVanjiru, the late Wanja, Njoki, Mureithi, Wangombe, Wangare and Nyambura. She was a valued cousin, aunt, friend and mentor to many.

Family and friends are meeting for prayers and burial arrangements at her home in Eastleigh, Witima and All Saints Cathedral daily from 5:00 p.m.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Kabati on Friday 12th September 2025 at 7.00 am for a funeral service at Witima Catholic Church -Othaya at 10:00 a.m. The burial will follow thereafter at her home in Kahuro village,Witima- Othaya, Nyeri.

In God’s loving arms you rest, in our hearts you live forever,- R:est in peace. Amen

 

Judith Awuor Onyango (Mama Ethan)

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Judith Awuor Onyango (Mama Ethan) of Airtel Kenya, which occurred on 29th  August 2025 after a short illness.

Beloved wife of Philemon Oloo Mitende (Jamii Telecommunication Ltd – JTL), and loving mother of the late Ethan Elroy, Amarrah Anne, Ivan Peter, Arianna Adhiambo, Leon, and Barry John Oloo.

Daughter of Mr. Aggrey Siter Onyango, the late Anne Aloo Aluoch, and Mary Onyango of Ugenya, Yenga. Daughter-in-law of Peter Onyango Oura, Phoebe Atieno Onyango, and the late Mary Onyango of West Asembo, Ndege Village.

Dear sister of the late Fredrick Ochieng, Hassan Faisal, the late Betty Onyango, Elizabeth Hattoh, Jacinta Onyango, Abubakar Odhiambo, Salim Ohonde, Hellen Onyango, Mary Akoth, Mumsellaine Onyango, Farouk Otieno, and Jamie Onyango.

Sister-in-law of Mariam Abubakar, Eunice Muli Ohonde, Myles Lubanga, the late Fredrick Otieno, David Onyango, Caroline Achieng, George Juma, Paul Odhiambo, Teresa Akoth, Marceline Anyango, Macrine Auma, Alfred Ochieng, Judith Akinyi, Oscar Odhiambo, Lavender Olum, Kevin Ougo and Elsa Awino among others.

She was a loving aunt of Kassim, Zandy, Jonathan, Adams, Stephany, Aisha, Abdul, Shamirn, Brian, Ziyanda, Brandley, Nunya, Mikayla, Day, Ayanda, Lovi, Cate, Greg, Britney,Wendy, Kevin, Meril, Brandly,Trevor, and many others, and a dear friend to many.

Judith touched countless lives with her kindness, compassion, and generosity. She will be remembered for her selfless heart, strong faith, and the joy she brought to everyone around her.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily from 5:00pm at their residence, Junction Apartments Phase One, for prayers and funeral arrangements.

There will be a fundraising (Harambee) on Tuesday, 9 September 2025 atAll Saints Cathedral, Nairobi, from 5:00pm.

A Requiem Mass will be held at Holy Family Basilica, Nairobi, on Thursday, 11 September 2025, at 9:00am.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home on Friday, 12 September 2025, for her home in Asembo, Rarieda Sub-County, Siaya County, where the burial will take place on Saturday, 13 September 2025.

“In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever.”

Gothard Mungai Karanja

We wish to announce the passing of Gothard Mungai Karanja of Umoja I (formerly of Friends Bar, Umoja G).

He was husband of Mary Wangari Mungai and loving father of Faith Wanjiru, Jacinta Waithero, Michael Karanja, Eunice Njeri, David Maina, James Mwangi, Peter Chege. He was grandfather of Ian Mungai, Andrew Karuri and Gothad Mungai and many more and great grandfather of many.

He was father in law of Scott French and Githinji Karuri. He was uncle to many.

He was the son of the late Karanja Kaiganira and Esther Wanjiru (Wamugo). He was brother of the late Njeri, the late James Mwangi (Jasho), the late Peter Chege, the late Elizabeth Njoki and the late John Mugo, all from Thagari village.

Daily prayers are being held at his residence in Umoja L7, next to Umoja I Market.

The cortege will leave KU Mortuary on the 9th of September, 2025 for burial that has been scheduled for the same day at Thagari Village, Kagira Sub-location, Gaichanjiru ward, Muranga County.

Philippians 1:21 NISIV [21] For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.

Matriarch Mama Pauline Angaya Indetie

1938 to 2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the demise of Mama Lydia Pauline Angaya Indetie which occurred on 31st August 2025 after a short illness.

She was the loving wife of the late Rev. Can. Emeritus Jared Indetie Eshamwatta and mother of the late Jocelyne Guda, Dr. Douglas Indetie,Winnie Masheti, Livingstone Indetie, Joan Okeyo, the late George Indetie, Daniel Indetie, the late Grace Indetie, and Sarah Indetie.

She was a mother-in-law of the late Fredrick Guda, Dr. Reuben Masheti, Dr. Okeyo Mwai, Anna Hoka, Grace Wanjiru, Edith Imbayi, Jackline Lobo and Tabitha Kamau.

Grandmother of Tina, Mike, Lydia, Angela, Jedida,Winnie, Manu, the late Jay, Pauline Angaya, Jocelyne Moyi, Jared Jnr, Flora, M’mbasu, Pauline Masheti, Pauline Malikajamie, Sean,Austin, Shirleen, Kimberly, Emmanuel, lan, Annabelle, Collins, Brian, and Makungu.

Great grandmother of Keith, Melisa, Messi, Shelmith, Chanelle, Shirleen, Ethan, Nathan, Hazel, Yuri, Jayjay and Jabali.

Daily prayer meetings are being held at her home in Moi Estate Langata, House No. 24 from 5.00pm.

There will be a requiem mass on Tuesday 9th September at St Marks Church, Westlands beginning at 11.00am and another on Friday 12th September at St. Barnabas Mushimuli Church, Butere beginning at 9.30am.

The final Send Off will be performed at Shianda Primary School grounds beginning at 9.00am on Saturday 13th September followed by interment at her home at Shianda Mushimuli village.

Rest in Peace our Great Matriarch

I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus — Philippians 3:14

The pay bill number to support the sendoff of the Matriarch is 8024008, Account —Your Name

 

astor Annie Muthoni Kamithi

It is with great sorrow we announce that, our beloved; Pastor Annie Muthoni Kamithi passed away on September 2025 following a short illness.

 

She was a loyal wife of Lawrence Kamithi. Daughter of late Mr and Mrs Stanley Mukizi. Daughter in law of the late Mr & Mrs Nganga Kamithi.

A loving mother of Stella Wanjiku, Martin Ng’ang’a, Elsie Wambui arid Alex Mukigi. Grandmother of Michael, Nathan, Matthew, Neville and Zion.

Sister of Elizabeth, jimmy, Naomi, John, Jane, Margaret, Jane Mwangi, the latc, Karanja, the late Dorothy, the late Timothy and the late Solomon,

Sister in law of David, Anne, Virginia, Joseph, Jacinta, Nderitu, Emily, Njeri, Wambui, Paul, Mubeen, the late Douglas, the late Muriithi and the late Waithiegeni.

Meetings will be held daily at Vatican Grill, Nyeri at 5:00pm and on Thursday 4th and Friday 5th at International Leadership University (ILU), Nairobi from 5:30 pm.

A Memorial Service will be held at PCEA Kileleshwa on Saturday 6th September 2025, at 3:00pm.

The burial will take place on Tuesday, 9th September, 2025 from 9.00 am at their home in Giakanja Nyeri.

Engineer Yosef Timothy Kiiva

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Engineer Yosef Timothy Kiiva; a son, husband, father, brother, friend, and colleague to many..

Eng. Kiiva passed on following a short illness bravely borne.

He will be remembered for his good deeds and contribution to society.

He will be laid to rest at his home in Kitui, Mutendea, on Saturday 6th September 2025.

In God’s hands you lay; in our hearts you remain forever.

Lydia Wanjeri Wamae

With humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing of Lydia Wanjeri Wamae of Kianyingi, Kiunjugi Village, Magutu Location, Mathira East Sub County, Nyeri County on Monday 1st September 2025.

Daughter of the late Mwikonyi Mutuota and the late Waruguru Mwikonyi. Sister of the late Maina Mwikonyi, the late Njogu Mwikonyi, and the late Wagithi Mwikonyi.

She was the devoted wife of the late Patrick Wamae Kirocho and co-wife of the late Anastasia Wambura Wamae.

She was the loving mother of Esther Wanjiru & the late Mureithi Mugathi, the late Pauline Muthoni, Charles & Charity Mwangi, Teresa Kabata & Dr Peter Muigai, Francis & Lucy Mwikonyi, George & Nancy Matu, Joseph & Esther Maina, Peter & Alice Matheri, Stephen & Patricia Njogu, and Samuel Wachira. She was blessed with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is step-mother of Wanjiru Matheri, the late Esther Gathigia, the late Hon. Matu Wamae, the late David Maranga, Mary Wangu Ng’ang’a, Senior Cc.-Junsel Paul Matheri Wamae, Joyce Gathoni Kiarie, and Dr Humphrey Maina.

Family and friends are meeting for funeral arrangements and prayers at Ngong Hills Hotel (Nairobi) and at her home in Kiunjugi Village, Mathira daily from 5.00PM.

The cortege will leave Jarnii Funeral Home on Tuesday, September 2025 at 8.30AM for a Requiem service and burial at the family home in Kiunjugi Village, Magutu Ward, Mathira, Nyeri County starting from 10 00AM.

2 Tim 4.7 — “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith”

Mzee Shadrack Thoya lha

Sunrise: 1935 – Sunset: 29.08.2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Mzee Shadrack Thoya lha of Mukunguni Village, Chumani location Kilifi County.

He was son of the late Karisa Mujema and the late Kadzo Yaa of Kakoneni.

Beloved husband of the late Mama Ruth Toya. He was the father of the late Grace Dama Thoya, David Katana, the late Eva Mapenzi, the late Joseph Toya UT), Eng. Mwamure Toya (KPA), the late Serah Kadii, Samson Toya (KPA), Chief Lawrence Maitha (Chumani) and the late Daniel Shujaa.

He was father in law of Lily Katana of Mr &Mrs. Lukamisa Mwanza TZ, Lily Baya of the lates Mr & Mrs Nyati of Maandani, Evelyn Mwamure of Dr. & Mrs Chibule wa Tsuma Rabai, Gladys Mramba of the late Chief & Mrs Mbura Chonyi, Cecilia Mapenzi of the late Mr. Rodgers and Mrs Rodgers of Mshongoleni. Mzee was blessed with 27 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

The cortege will leave Kilifi (KCH) Mortuary on 6/9/2025 at 6.45am for stop over at St Stephen’s ACK Church Kaoyeni and later for funeral service at his Bandarini Farm.

The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away. May his soul rest in eternal peace.

“Though He brings grief , He will show compassion so great is His unfailing love” —Lamentations 3:32

 

Mzee Japhet Nkoroi Mwarari

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Mzee Japhet Nkoroi Mwarari, who went to be with the Lord on 2nd September 2025 while receiving care at Komarok Modern Health Hospital, Chuka.

Mzee Japhet Nkoroi Mwarari was born on 1st January 1935 in Kibumbu Village, Karingani Location, Chuka North Sub-County, Tharaka Nithi County.

Beloved son of the late Mwarari Njagi and the late Monica Ciakuthii.

Husband of Lilian Ciambuba Ntiba. Father of Prof. Micheni Japhet Ntiba, Elosy Nieri, Joseph Miriti, Jasper Munene, Catherine Muthoni, Monica Kangai, Lucy Warp, Isaac Mugendi, and Karen Karegi.

Father-in-law of the late Catherine Karimi Micheni, Edith Muthoni Miriti, Margaret Kawira Munene and Gatwiri Mugendi.

Brother of the late Mboani Mwarari, Njok;i Mwarari, Rev. Er astus Mbaka Emily Kanyua, Fredrick Muthitu and Rev,Timothy Chabari. Step-brother of the late Mugambi, Nkune, the late Ciankoru, the late Cianioka and Ciamwari. Grandfather and great grandfather to many.

The funeral service will take place on Saturday, 6th September 2025 at 1000 am at P.C.E.A Church, followed by the burial at his home in Kibumbu Village (opposite Kibumbu Coffee Factory), , Kiangondu Location, Chuka North Sub-County.

“Blessed are those who die in the Lord… they will rest from their labor for their deeds will follow them.”— Revelation 14:13

Susana Cherubet Chelugui

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the peaceful passing on of our beloved Matriarch, Gogo Susana Chelugui of Sugoi Village, Turbo Constituency, Uasin Gishu County that occurred on 18th August 2025.

She was the youngest daughter of the late Kimursoi Kapkuress and of the late Salome Tamarta.

Gogo Susana was the devoted wife of the late Paramount Senior Chief Noah Chelugui (KapMaiywa).

Loving sister of the late Kipsang Arap Mursoi, the late Chemaiyo Taru, Wilson Barno, the late Chelimo Cherus and the late Salina Ng’irichi Cheptalam. S

he was a cherished mother of David Chelugui, Everline Serem, Sarah Kemei, Mary Cherwon, Hellen Cheruiyot, the late Charles Ben Chelugui, Lilian Mwei, Becky Chelugui and the late Leah Chelugui. Loving grandmother to many grandchildren, a doting great-grandmother to many great-grandchildren, and an aunt, cousin and friend to many.

Her life was a testament to her faith, generosity, and loving heart. We will remember her for her morning prayers, her open doors, and the wisdom she shared.

The cortege will leave Eldoret Hospital on Thursday, September 4th, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. for a requiem mass at AIC Fellowship at 10:00 a.m., followed by an overnight vigil at her home in Sugoi.  .The funeral and burial service will be held on Friday, September 5th, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. at her home in Sugoi.

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

May she rest in eternal peace.

 

Eric Gitau Gitari

Sunrise: 10th April 1982 — Sunset: 1St September 2025

With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our dearly beloved, Eric Gitau Gitari, on Monday, 1st September 2025, after a short illness.

Eric was the beloved son of the late Joshua Gitari Kihoro and Beatrice Mumbi Gitari. He was a cherished brother of Jayne Wangari Paul Kihoro Gitari, and his twin sister Jacqueline Nyambura Mwangi (U.S).

He was a dear brother-in-law of James Irungu Wagako, Angela Chehet Kihoro, and James Mwangi Kiraki( U.S).

Eric was a devoted uncle of Jason, Justin, Sifa, Jayron, Jollyn, Javin and Jayzril. He was also a loving nephew, cousin, and friend to many who held him close to their hearts.

Family and friends will gather for meetings and prayers at the family home in Parklands from 5,30pm and also at the family farm in Gitwe Gatundu from 4.30pm. Meeting dates will be Thursday 4th, Friday 5th and Saturday 6th September 2025.

The cortege will depart from Lee Funeral Home on Monday 8th September at 7:00 a.m. for the funeral service at St. Joseph Catholic Church Gitwe Gatundu starting at 10am, followed by burial at his home.

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

Fredrick Wangatia Odwako

The family of the late Fredrick Wangatia Odwako, with deep sorrow, announces his passing, which occurred on Saturday, 23rd August 2025.

The late Fredrick Wangatia. Odwako was the son of the late Mzee Gerishom Odwako and the late Mama Jennifer Odwako of Bukuyudi, Butula. Step son of the late Mama Alisia Odwako and Mama Sarah Odwako.

He was a son-in-law of the late Mzee Benjamin lnzuga and the late Mama Trufosa Kavulani.

Beloved husband of Beatrice Wangatia, and the father of Kevin Inzuga,Alveen Odwako, and the late Melon Wangatia. He was the father-in-law of Getrude Injera and Sivia Aura. He was a grandfather of Jabali, Malia, Daisy, and Melina.

Brother of Rose Otieno, the late John Ringo Wesonga, James Odwako, Catherine Odhiambo, the late Prisca Chessa, the late Elisham Orimo, Prof. Mulimba, Richard Odwako, Gladys Kunguru,Winfred Obilo, the late Grace Odwako, Beatrice Nkoyo, Elizabeth Ogoti, the late Petronila Omukonyi, Florence Odwako,Titus Odwako, Jackline Inganga, Mildred Odwako and Oliver Mulimba.

He was also a brother-in-law of the late Prof, Otieno, Lillian, Charles, Meresiah, Melisah, Betty, Rev Nkoyo, Martin, Margaret, Inganga, Lindsey, Irene, Stephen, Enica, Janet, Margaret, Rosemary, among others.

Additionally, he was an uncle of Judy, Steve, Derrick, Valerie, Racquet, Elisham, Elizabeth, Sammy, Taylor, Braxton, Lavender, Chanelle, Samantha, Major Musibi, Ken, Adah, Alisia, Martin, Kelvin, Patricia, among others.

Burial preparation meetings are currently ongoing at his home in Bidii Farm, Kitale.

The cortege leaves Cherang’anyi Nursing Home on Wednesday 10th September 2025 for a church service at ACK St. Paul’s Kitale and thereafter for a vigil at his home Bidii Farm. The burial will take place on Friday, 12th September 2025, at his home in Bukuyudi Village, Butula, Busia County.

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

Dr. Benuel Nyagaka

It is deep sorrow that we announce the passing on to glory of Dr. Benuel Nyagaka who was a lecturer at Kisii University. He rested on 19th August 2025 at Oasis hospital in Kisii.

Son of the late Zedekiah Mogire Nyagaka and the late Eunice Bonareri Mogire.

Husband of Deborah Kemunto Nyagaka. Father of Christine, Rael, Lydiah, Shem, and Elizabeth.

Brother of Lameck. the Jane. Josephine, the late Jomo, Magret, Zipporah, George, the late Nyambeki and the late Maranga.

Grandfather of Barclay, Harrison and Liam.

Father in law of Alex Mwambi and Ezekiel.

Co-parent-in-law (Korera) of Sarange, Asuma, Catherine.

Nephew of the late Kerecha, Robert, the late Onyambu, Jerusha, Nora, Dinah among others.

Son-in-law of the ate Ondieki Ondicho and Yunuke Nyangweso, Brother-in-law of the late Elizabeth, Sarah, Esther, Alice, Peter, Magret Sammy, Marigi, Nyaema, Momanyi and the late Nyamasege.

Cousin of Onyang’i, Musa, Henry, Kennedy, Onsare, the late Evans, Kennedy, Nyagaka among others.

The cortege leaves Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital (KTRH) funeral home on Thursday, 4th September 2025 to his home at Matutu Settlement Scheme near Matutu Seventh-Day Church. The funeral service and burial will take place on Friday, 5th September 2025.

Ann Chepkorir Chepkwony

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Ann Chepkorir Chepkwony, Former deputy head Teacher at Tengecha Boys Primary School.

Beloved wife of Jim Leornard Caleb Chepkwony.

Daughter of the late Arap Mayomhei Rotich (Chegen) and the late Rebecca Rotich of Chemobei village (Bomet County).

Mother of Billy Kiplangat, Evans Kibet, Ishmael Kimutai, Shadrack Kiprono, Michael Kipngeno and Sharon Chepkurui. Mother-in-law of Susan, Jackline, Clara, Ruth and Mary.

She was beloved grandmother of 14 grandchildren namely Ryan, Bobby, Cayla, Kimberly, Lindsey, Ethan, Briannadoshua, Cristela, Tawera, Chris, Kylian, Ricky, Anna-May.

Prayer and funeral planning are being held at her home in Kamochumo Village, lapkatet Location, Nganaset Sub location, Kericho County and on 4th September 2025 at Kenya Star Primary School from 2.00 pm.

Her body will leave Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital Eldoret on Friday, a memorial service will be held on the same day at her home in Kapkatet, the funeral service will be held on Saturday 6th September 2025 at Kapkatet Primary chool. Thereafter burial will take place at her home.

Job Chapter 1 Verse 21 :The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away : blessed be the name of the Lord.

Anne Kamanthe Ndambuki

The family wishes to announce the death of Anne
Kamanthe Ndambuki, which occurred on September 2025 at the hospital in Nairobi.

She was the wife of the late David Ndambuki, loving mother of the late Nelson Ndambuki, Lillian Meli, Bernice Kasiva, Jennifer Thompson, Evelyn Mumbe, and the late Philomena Ndunge Ngare.

Mother-in-law of Sam Kiriba and Michael Ngare Njuki. She was a grandmother of five and a great-grandmother of three.

Family and friends are meeting daily starting tomorrow, Thursday, till Wednesday next week at her residence, Buruburu (BBM) Brown Court, Nairobi, for prayers and finalization of the funeral programme.

The funeral is planned for 12th September 2025 at her family home at Kinyambu, Kibwezi, Makueni County. The cortege will depart from Montezuma Funeral Home at 6:00 a.m. on September 12, 2025, for the burial.

Mama, you have fought the good fight and finished the race. 2 Timothy 4:7.

REST IN ETERNAL PEACE.
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Emmah Anyango Omollo

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing on of Emmah Anyango Omollo, which occurred on 18th August 2025. She worked at Absa Bank.

She was the beloved wife of Ogweno Tembo Omollo, and together they were blessed with three children: Ryan Otieno, Emmanuel Ochieng, and Jaden Onyango, and stepchildren Jacqueline Adhiambo, Samuel Odhiambo, and Maureen Ogweno, who will forever cherish her guidance, love, and wisdom.

Emmah was the loving daughter of the late Samwel Omollo Gare and Phibi Ajwang of Asembo.

Daughter-in-law of the late Jackson Tembo and Risper Tembo of Kakiimba.

She was a dear sister of Christine, Jane, Mary, James, Evans, Benson, Nerea, Millicent, Florence, and the late Bob and Mike.

She was a friend to many and will be remembered for her love, generosity, humility, and unwavering faith.

The cortege will leave Umash Funeral Home on Wednesday, 10th September at 2:00 pm. There will be a memorial service at the Umash Funeral Chapel, and also at her residence in Kiamunyi.

The burial will take place at her home in Kakiimba village, Mfangano Island on 12th September 2025, where family, friends, and well-wishers will gather to celebrate her life and bid her farewell.

Emmah was a loving mother, a caring sibling, and a friend to many. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed for the impact she had in the lives of all who knew her.

May her soul rest in eternal peace.

Goret Lumbasi Simiyu

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that the Teachers Service Commission announces the passing on of Goret Lumbasi Simiyu, formerly of TSC Bungoma Central Unit, Bungoma County on 23rd August, 2025.

She was daughter of Cyprian Mussawa Mulisa and the late Franscisca Nabigu.

She was beloved wife of Joseph Simiyu Wataka. A doting mother of Linda Wataka, Allan Wataka, Joy Wataka and Precious Wataka. Grandmother of Mateyo and Johari.

She was a mother-in-law of Philip Takhatkha and a daughter in law of the late Japhetha Wataka and the late Ilen Nabuye Wataka.

The body is lying at Lifecare Hospital — Bungoma. The cortege will leave the Lifecare Hospital Mortuary on 4th September, 2025 for overnight vigil at their home in Kanduyi Home. Burial service will be held on Saturday 6th September, 2025 in Sanandiki village Kabuchai Constituency (Chwele) Bungoma County.

May your soul rest in eternal peace

 

Clive Biketi Simiyu

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the untimely demise of Clive Biketi Simiyu of Nairobi School on Saturday, 30th August 2025.

Beloved son of Victor Sudi Simiyu and Brenda Anzagi Sudi.

Grandson of Prof. Vincent G. Simiyu, the late Mary Nambuye Simiyu, Simon Karani Anzagi and Esther Mulemia Anzagi.

Beloved brother of Cristina Nabwala Simiyu and Carl Soita Simiyu.

Cousin of Charles, Wayne, Kakai, Shawn, the late Wachiye,Torin, Elsa, Nuria, Brielle, Levi and Lael.

Nephew of Stella, Maureen, Innocent & Audrey, Nato, the late Felix, Lorraine, Robert, Sylvia. Stella, Michael &Tinah, Joseph and Moses.

He was a cherished and dear grandson, nephew, cousin and friend to many.

Friends and family are meeting for prayers on Thursday, 4th September 2025 at 5.30PM at their family home in Lavington.

A memorial service will be held at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Kileleshwa on Friday, 5th September 2025 at 9:00AM.

The cortege leaves Nairobi on Saturday, 6th September 2025 and the burial will be at the family home in Bukembe, Bungoma county on Monday, 8th September 2025 from 8:00AM.

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers … will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8: 38 -39

Mr. Clement Ikiara Kagundu

Dear family and friends, it is with a heavy heart we announce the death of our dad Mr. Clement Ikiara Kagundu who passed on Sunday 31st August 2025.

Prayers and funeral arrangement are being held at Maili Saba (BBC) Daily.

His body is lying at Cool Breeze Mortuary. Burial dates to be communicated.

Mwalimu David George Oyugi Onyando

it is indeed with heavy heart that we announce the passing away of our brother Mwalimu David George Oyugi Onyando on 14 August, 2025 at Nyanchwa Mission Hospital.

Loving husband of Askah Oyugi: Eather of Er ick Oyugi, Job Oyugi, Emily Keruho, Jephter Nyarunda and Dennis Osero Oyugi.

Brother of Peninah Kulp Onyando, John Maroma Onyando, Rebeccah Onyando, Nehemiah Onyando, Hon. Elikanah Onyando. Adv Kepha Onyando, Dr. Charles Nyakondo, Abel Nyakondo, Benjamin Nyakondo, Samson Ondati, Fred Nyagetiria, Simon Onderi, Boniface Misera, Caleb Maroma, Beriard Maroma. Absalom Ny..ngoto, Mbaka Rigworo and Ogare K.ebande.

Son-in-law of the late Ongenyo Ogise and the late Rebecca Magoma Korera of Joash Onyando, Bathsheba Onyando, the late Zakaria Matanga, Bathsheba Gesare, Charles Misiani, Grace Binsari, Zachary Kengaya and Joyce Obonyo.

Uncle of Simeon, Jonathan, Lydiah, Philemon, Lilian. Linet, Shem, Faith, Shadrack, Deborah, Hellen, Margaret, Vincent, Janet, Lorna, Doris, Sarah, Brendah and Emmanuel.

Cousin of Robert, the late Asiago, Samuel, Ndege, Kemunto and Paulina.

Nephew of the late William Nyakondo, the late Shadrack Ongori, Rev. Nyaringo, the late Jodson Kerandi, Juma, the late Mobegi, the late Oguta and many others.

The body lies at Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital. The cortege leaves on 3rd September 2025. Burial will be on 4th September 2025 at Kionduso, Boigesa Village, Rogongo Sub-location, Nyamache Sub-County, Kisii County.

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

 

David Kipng’eny Rono

Sunrise: 1948 – Sunset: 28th August 2025

Its with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce  promotion to glory of David Kipngeny Rono

He was the beloved husband of the late Mrs Elizabeth Rono and loving father of Kipkurui, Chepkemoi, Cheruiyot. Chepkoech, Chelangat, Chemuta, Kiptoo, Chepkorir, Chepkurui and Kipchirchir

He was father in-law of Collins, William, Benard, Ngugi, Waithaka, Dougias, Winy, Risper and Judy.

He was eldest son of the late Jacob Kiprono Tegerei and the late Rachel Cherono Tegerei and step son of Catherine Tegerei, He was brother of the late Alice, Florence, Rebecca, General Jonathan Rono, Charles, oseph, Paul, Julius, Mathew, Caroline, Jackilie, Magdaline and Wesley.

He was the proud grandfather of Happiness, Audrey, Peace, Medline, Mercy, Mitchel. Emmanuel, Melinda, Marow, Brian, Juliet, Linet, Linus, Gladwell, Badyn, Fidel, Sammy. Samarithan, Mitchell, Lincoln, Brarnwel, Given, Naveen, Devis and Damian.

The daily prayers and meetings are being held at his home in Chepkoinik.

Fundraiser will be held today Wednesday 3rd September 2025. Contribution can be sent to Mpesa No. 0723857162.

The cortege leaves Lazarus Funeral Home on Friday 5th September 2025 at 12:00pm for a funeral service at Chepkoinik A.I.C. Church.

Burial service will take place on Saturday 6th September 2025 from 10.00am at Chepkoinik Primary School grounds. Burial will be held thereafter at the family home in Chepkoinik Village, Kapsoit Ward, Kericho County.

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

 

Moses Ogutu

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we bid farewell to Moses Ogutu, lovingly known as Abdalla.

Husband of Vivian, with whom they lived for 40 years. Father of the late Allan Omollo Ogutu, Brenda Achieng Ndunda, Irene Aoko Ogutu-Fomenky, and the late Timothy Ogutu. Father-in-law of Charles Ndunda and Acheanyi Fomenky, and an adored grandfather of Malaika Lucero, Clarissa Ndunda, and Sean Ndunda.

Son of the late Mzee Ogutu Mahinya and Mama Sipirina Mahinya. Son-in-law of the late Mzee Joshua Sagala and Mama Anna Sagala.

Brother of Pius Otieno Ogutu, Dalmus Odero Ogutu, Maurice Omollo Ogutu, the late Leonardus Omogi Ogutu, the late John Okeyo Ogutu and Mary Awuor Kiurah.

There will be a requiem mass at the Shrine of Mary Help of Christians, Don Bosco UpperHill today at 2.00pm.

The cortege leaves Lee Funeral Home for Ngeri Suba South, Homa Bay County tomorrow Thursday. Interment will take place on Friday 5th September at Ngeri Village, Suba South.

Rest in Eternal Peace, Moses “Abdalla” Ogutu

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

Washington Mwakulomba Mwakina

ft is with profound sadness and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of  Washington Mwaktilonlba Mwakina Thursday 28th August. 2025.

He was son of the late Patrick Mwakina and the late Sheila Ndunda of Mwalenyi Village„ Wundanyi. He was brother of the late Betty Mkacharo, Wilson Kibirisho, the late Veronica lshika and Granville Righa.

He was loving husband of Gladvvell Ndela Mwakulomba. Father of Patrick, the late Clemence, Alphie, Munna, George, Elijah, Peter, the late Twanze and David.

Son-in-law of Aiphelety and Clemence Mgendi.

Father-in-law of Lucy Mvvakina, Bernard Sitati, Lucia Mgendi and Mwajuma Mwachugu.

Grandfather of Sheila, Tony, Wesley, Nikki, Amon, Carla, Cockyne, Zawadi, jabali, Doyle, Malaika, Rebecca Wawuda and Ann Wakio. Great-grandfather of Naila,Alex and Ayan.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his home in Mwalenyi, Wundanyi for prayers and burial preparations.

The cortege will leave St Joseph’s Farewell Home, Voi on Friday, 5/9/2025 at 3.00pm for a night vigil at his home. The late Washington Mwakulomba Mwakina will be laid to rest on Saturday 6/9/2025 at his home in Mwalenyi village Taita-Taveta County,

Timothy 4:7 – ‘I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.”

Lay Reader Mama Rael Atsieno Wanga

it is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing on to glory of our matriarch Dada, Lay Reader Mama Rael Atsieno Wanga who passed away on 28 August 2025.

Beloved wife of the late Lay Canon William James Wanga.

Daughter of the late Enock Ombucha and the late Salome Makokha. Daughter-in–law of Zacharia Rakula and Elizabeth Aland° (both deceased).

Loving mother of Ben Wanga, Dr Henry Wanga Consultant Radiologist, the late John Wicks Wanga, Peninah Musikoyo, David Wanga, Dr Christopher Wanga Director Livestock Policy Research and Regulations Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, Evans Wanga and Caroline Aram of Kenya Revenue Authority.

Mother-in-law of Margaret, Agnes, Hannington Musikoyo, Domtilla, Eunice, Cheruto and Jacob Nyanyuma. Grandmother to more than 35 children including; MCA Joan Wanga of Busia County Assembly.

Meetings are being held in Nairobi and at her home in Elugulu, Busia County.

A Memorial service will be held at the All-Saints Cathedral. Nairobi on Tuesday 9th September 2025 at 2.00pm. Thereafter a fundraiser to offset burial expenses will be held at the All-Saints Cathedral Halls on Tuesday 9th September 2025 at 5.00pm.

The body will be removed from the mortuary in Kisumu on Thursday 11th September 2025, for a Memorial service and an overnight vigil at St. Barnabas, Esikura Church – Butula, Sub-County, Busia County, thereafter a final Memorial service will be held at St. John’s Church – Lugulu Archdeaconery, Butula, Sub-County, Busia County on Friday 12th September 2025 at 7.00am. Thereafter the body shall be moved for an overnight stay at her home in Elugulu Village, Butula Sub County, Busia County where the burial service and ceremony will be held on Saturday 13th September 2025 at 9.00am.

We thank God for Mama’s life.

Psalm 56:13 — “For you have delivered me from death and my feet from stumbling, that I may walk before God in the light of life.”

 

Harry Thuo Muiruri

Sunrise: 1942 — Sunset: 28-08-2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Mr. Harry Thuo Muiruri on Thursday the 28 of August 2025 He hailed from Mutati Village, Nembu, Gatundu South in Kiambu County.

He was a loving husband of Akisa Nduta Thuo. Father of Muiruri, Mwangi, Maggie, Ndirangu, Shiro and Allan. Great-grandfather, grandflther, uncle and a friend of many.

A son of the late Muiruri Kabugi and Margaret Wanjiru. Brother of Kabugi, Kamau, Waithira, Kiarie, Macharia, Mbugua, Wangari Gachaugo, Naomi, Daud and Maina(all late).

Meetings and prayers are being held at PCEA Nairobi West Church from Monday the 1st of September 2025 to Wednesday the 3rd of September 2025 at 5.00 PM.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home on Friday 5th September 2025 at 7.00 AM for the burial service and internment at Birika, Olooloitikosh, Kajiado County.

For contributions: Mpesa paybill no:8024334