FIRST ANNIVERSARY
Today, October 1st, 2025, marks one year since you departed to be with the Lord.
With hearts still heavy, we gather in remembrance and gratitude for the time we shared as a family.
You were a cherished husband of Veronica Ligedere, a committed father of the late Mary Wambugu, Michael, Leonard, Jane Lucy, Patrick, the late Henry, Dr. Olivia, Morgan,the late Edith, and Dennis.Your love, wisdom, and unwavering presence continue to guide us as we navigate the pain of this physical separation. You took immense pride in your family. Your 22 grandchildren and six great grandchildren fondly remember you. As a father-in-law, you embraced Caleb Wambugu, Aggrey Kikaya, Christine Anzeze, Fatima Musa, Caroline Musotsi, Stella Barasa, Doiphine Otieno, Oliver Elolo, and Calvin Jerry as your own.
We also honor the memory of your late siblings: Herman Mung’asia, Ernest Mugajibera, Elizabeth Mujidi,Alex Mukhomoli, and Andrew Galani.You were a brother-in-law to Ferdinand Lubale and the late Arnold Lubale, Perpetua Ikumiru, Darya Muteshi, Cecilia Waswala, Juliana Mulama, Regina Butoyi, and Coleta Mmbwavi.
Though one year has passed since we said our farewells, not a day goes by without thoughts of you.Your absence is deeply felt, yet your spirit endures within us—in our memories, our values, and the legacy you left behind. You lived with purpose and service, touching many lives as an educator. Through faith, wisdom, patience, and an unwavering commitment to the truth, you shaped minds and inspired others through words and your example of integrity and humility. Your faith in God was steadfast. Your unwavering faith, humility, gentle strength, and loving example continue to guide us.Though we miss you deeply, we carry your laughter, lessons, and love in our hearts, and honor you in how we live and love each other.
We express our heartfelt gratitude to all our cousins and friends, Dad’s friends, the Roman Catholic Church, Kwambulana & Mungoma Welfare, the Kakamega County Administration, and the medical teams at Eldoret Hosp. and Ampath Turbo, who supported us through this journey. We thank God for the gift of your life, honoring you today and always.
Forever in our hearts. Your legacy lives on.