Scholastica Mueni Matheka

In Loving Memory

Sunset: 12th October 2024

On this, the first anniversary of her passing, we pause to remember and honour the life of Scholastica Mueni Matheka — a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. We hold dear the memories of her kindness, wisdom, and unwavering faith. Scholastica brought joy, strength, and light into the lives of all who knew her. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of those she loved so deeply.

Lovingly remembered by her husband Joseph; her children Christine, Lillian, Millicent,Angela, and Michael; her grandchildren, extended family, and friends.

“Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts.”

 

Mike Murithi Mugambi

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden demise of Mike Murithi Mugambi which occurred on 29th September 2025. Until his death, Mr. Murithi was a driver and a dedicated employee of Chuka University.

Mike was the son of Antony Mugambi Rauka and Odrine Wanja of Gakuuni village, Rukindu Sub-location, Karingani location, Chuka North Sub-County,Tharaka Nithi County.

He was a loving husband of Hellen Karimi Kaburi, devoted father of Arabella Wanja and brother of Moreen Makena.

He was a son-in-law of the late Julius Kaburi and JaneRose Kairuthi, brother-in-law of the late Mugambi, Kanyuajohn, Joses, Evans, Antony and Joseph. He was a loving uncle and cousin to many.

The cortege leaves Lampedusa Funeral Home on Wednesday, 8th October 2025 at 9.00 a.m. The funeral and burial service will be held at his father’s home in Gakuuni village.

There will be a memorial service at Chuka University on Tuesday 7th October, BSRC Room 306 starting at 2.00 p.m.

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

Prof. Jotham Ombisi Olembo

 25-10-1940 to 29-09-2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Prof. Jotham Ombisi Olembo, which occurred on 29th September, 2025, at MP Shah Hospital, Nairobi after a long illness.

Son of the late Charles Okwemba Olembo and the late Eunice Akhaenda Olembo of Wanakhale Village, East Bunyore,Vihiga County.

Son-in-law of the late Frederick and the late Louise Seaforth, Guyana.

Beloved husband of Dr. Waveney Olembo. Cherished father of Ariba, Ingati, Otukho and Olando. Loving father-in-law of Petronella, Faith, Alicia and Brenda. Doting grandfather of Nothando, Nyawira, Jerome, lndiatsi, Tieli and Teyo Olembo. Devoted brother, brother-in-law, cousin, uncle, and friend and mentor to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at the family home in Kahawa Sukari, Kiambu between 6pm and 8pm to condole with the family.

A memorial service shall be held on Wednesday the 8th of October 2025 at Kahawa Sukari Baptist Church from 2:00pm and he will thereafter be laid to rest at his home in Wanakhale Village, Vihiga County on the 10th of October, 2025.

MAY ETERNAL PEACE BE GRANTED UNTO HIM

Dr. George Rakula Owino

20th Anniversary

15-07-1945 — 04-10-2005

It has been more than 20 years since your passing, yet your love remains a guiding light that continues to brighten our days. Though you are in a better place, your presence is still felt as we carry your memory in our hearts, a treasure time cannot erase.You were a mentor who can be described as fire and energy.Tough, firm, and demanding. You not only touched our lives as a son, husband, father, and brother, but also as a healer.

Within your clinic, you served with compassion and dedication, giving hope, comfort, and care to many. Your hands brought healing, and your heart brought encouragement to those who needed it most.The legacy of your work continues to inspire us and stands as a testimony to the selfless life you lived.

Though time has passed, the impact of your life remains strong. We are grateful to God for blessing us with you, for the lessons you taught us, and for the examples you set. You are missed beyond words, remembered with love, and honored always.

Dearly missed by all your family.

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16

Until we meet again

 

Captain Wilfred Peter Njuki ‘Joe’ Kehara

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Captain Wilfred Peter Njuki `Joe’ Kehara formerly of Kenya Air Force, Kenya Airways Chairman Rubani SACCO, former Chairman Kenya Railway Golf Club.

Beloved son of the late Peter Kihara & Esther Mboo.

Loving husband of Grace Sagina Kihara. Doting father of Elaine Esther, Arthur & Leah Kihara & Alfred James Ngunyi. Doting grandfather of Angel Eathan & Melissa Castillo, Njuki & Neema Kihara. Great grandfather of Alinah Castillo.

Brother of the late Hannah Ngima, the late Major (Rtd.) James Ngunyi, Grace Mwenje, Purity Muthoni, Symon Kihara, the late Millicent Sambu, Agnes Kihara, the late Douglas Wachira.

Son-in-law of the late Alfred Nzalwa & Abigail Jaluha Kimiywe. Brother-in-law of Prof. Judy,Wilfrida, Joseph, Bishop Ken & Joy, Violet & Enock Mohol, Col. (Rtd.) Edwin Mboya, Pamela, Caroline Kimiywe.

Brother-in-law of the late Gathondu, the late Leah, the late Mwenje, Kahia, Susan, Sambu, Wambui. Uncle to many.

Meetings are going on at Avenue Park 2, from 5.30pm.

The funeral fundraising will be held at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi on Friday 3rd October 2025 from 5.00pm – 8.00pm. You are welcome.

A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday 7th October 2025 at All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi at 12 noon.

The cortege leaves Nanyuki Cottage Hospital on Friday 10 October 2025 at 9.00am. Thereafter, funeral service and burial to take place at the family home, Ragati Farm, Nanyuki

Well wishers may deposit contribute via Mpesa pay-bill 8062115 Account – Preferred Name

—Isaiah 43:1-4 —”Speaks to Israel, assuring them not to fear because the Lord, their Creator and Savior, has redeemed and called them by name, claiming them as His own!”

 

 

Shujaa John Kiama Muriithi

Sunrise: January, 1968 – Sunset: 28th September 2025

It is with great sorrow and profound sadness that we announce the passing on of Shujaa John Kiama Muriithi (Chief Fire Officer) County Government of Kirinyaga, which occurred on 28′ September, 2025.

He was the beloved husband of the late Ferister Njeri Kiama and Leah Wakarima Kiama.

Son of Richard Muriithi Kiama, Mary Muthoni and Beatrice Muthoni.

A loving father of Richard Macharia, Christine Nyakio, Rahab Wanjiku and Linus King’ori.

He was brother of Loise Wakuthii, Late Stephen Muthii, Priscilla Wanjiku, Irene Karuana, Joyce Wangui and John Kiama.

He was grandfather of Emmaculate, Travis, Liza, Myla, Zyla, Granna, Owen, Austin, Monarisa, Abigael, Wacera & Ariana.

Family and friends are meeting daily at his residence in Gakui Kibingo and Kerugoya Catholic Ground from 4:00 p.m

The cortege will leave Ack Mt. Kenya Funeral Home, Kerugoya, on Tuesday 7th October, 2025 at 9:00 a.m for funeral service at ACK Saint Clement Kibingo Church starting at 10:00 am and burial to follow thereafter at his home in Gakui Village.

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

Pst. Jackson Munyao Ndetei

Sunrise: 17/04/1978 – Sunset: 30/09/2025

The B.O.M, P.A and the entire Makueni Boys fraternity announces with profound regret the passing on of Pst. Jackson Munyao Ndetei on Tuesday 30th Sept. 2025 at Nairobi West Hospital. Until his demise he was a teacher and the H.O.S Geography Makueni Boys High School. He was also the pastor incharge CCI Mbama, Mandoi Sub-region, Southern Region, Makueni Diocese.

The late Jackson Munyao Ndetei was the son of the late Jones Ndetei Nzioki and Tabitha Kavisyo Ndetei. He was the step-son of the late Alice Mumbi, the late Benedetta Kavesu and Agnes Mueni.

He was the beloved husband of Ruth Nzasi and dear father of Mumo, Hope and Judah Munene.

He was brother of Nduku, Mbithi, Mwikali, Kilo, Ngina, step-brother of the late Muathe, Asuman, Josephat, Minoo, Kavindu, Kyalo, Mulwa and the late charles.

He was son-in-law of the late Jackson Muthusi and Agnes Kavele, brother-in-law of Mwaiwa, Mulinge, Muema among others.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his home in ltaa village at 4:00pm for prayers and funeral arrangements.

There will be a funds drive on Sunday 5th Oct. 2025 at his home. Contributions can be forwarded to Till number 6422046.

The cortege leaves Pamoja Funeral Home, Wote Makueni on Wednesday 8th Oct. 2025 at 9.00 a.m for funeral service at his home in Makueni County, Makueni Sub-county, Mumbuni Location, ltaa Sub-location, ltaa Village.

I have fought a good ‘fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith-( 2 Timothy 4:7-8)

Mary Igoki Mbaka

It’s with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Mary Igoki Mbaka.

She was the wife of the late Isaac Mbaka M’Rinjeu. A loving mother of Georfrey Njeru (USA), Sammy Gitonga, Dr. Catherine Wanja Gitau, Joseph Koome and Esther Muthoni Owuor.

Mother in love of Margaret Wanjiru Njeru (USA), Teddie Karambu Gitonga, Gitau Muchane, Emma Mwende Koome and Wycliffe Were.

Dotting grandma of Christian, Rachel, Nyambura,Amani, Charlene Diana, Igoki, Gabriel, Nieri, Brian, Neerna, Tephilla, Elsie Marie, Princess Favor and Eliana. Blessed Great Grandma of Alora Wanja.

Loving sister of the late Joel Mukobwa, the late Salome Kiria, Japhet Nyaga, the late Bernard Magi, Jane Nkonge, Purity Tanner, Linet Mbaabu, Muthitu Nkoroi, the late Gitaari -Nkoroi, Micheni Titus, the late Miriam Gatune, Purity Kangai Nkoroi, the late Violet Kaari, the late Mukuru, Lin Murugi and Alex Mugendi.

She was beloved. sister in law of Muthoni Mukobwa, Kiria, Grace Nyaga, Solomon Nkonge,the late Franklin Ndii, Patrick Tanner, Bernard Mbaabu, Asenath Nkinga, Kagendo Micheni, Josiahs Micheni, Mbae M’Nkuene, Caroline Mugendi, Leah & the late Rev. Ndeke, James & Serah Macharia, the late Charles & Sally Micheni, Joseph and Miriam Thuranira.

Meetings are being held at St Andrews on Thursday 2 Oct, Friday 3 Oct and Monday 6 Oct. Also daily from 5.00pm at her home in Muganjuki Village, Mwonge location, Chuka.

Philippians 1:20 I eagerly expect and hope that l will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death.

 

Joseph Kimaru Arap Baiywo

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Joseph Kimaru on 22 Sept 2025 following an Illness and prolonged hospitalization. He previously worked for Norfolk, Jacaranda, Ole Sereni and Weston Hotels respectively.

He was the son of the late Kipbaiywo Arap Koech Birebich and the late Rebecca Chemaiyo Baiywo Birebich. Son in-law of George Karuri Mukono and the late Mary Wanjiku KartAri. of Matasia, Ngong.

Loving Husband of Jane Wangui (Kui) Karuri-Kimaru of Jubilee Insurance. Loving father of Chadene Chepkemboi (Raisin Capital) and Brandon Kibet Kimaru (Social House).

Brother of the late MiSirei Kiprono Arap Baiywo, the late Chepagui Koskey (Bot Musungu), the late Stephen Kiplimo Baiywo and Bot Kebenei ,(Nenei). Stepbrother, Cousin, Nephew and an uncle to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at his house in Nairobi West Kodi Road II from 4:00pm for prayers and funeral arrangements.

There will be a fundraising on 9th Oct at All Saint’s Cathedral Church from 5pm to offset huge medical bill and funeral expenses. Contribution can be sent via Paybill: 8062705 Account:Your Name.

A requiem mass is planned on Wed 15th at Don Bosco Catholic Church, Upper hill from 10:00am.

The burial details will be communicated later.

Forever our hearts Joseph Kimaru. Your memory and impact will never fade.

Seli Gadese-Mensah

Forever in our hearts

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing on of Seli Gadese-Mensah, which occurred on 25th September 2025.

He was the beloved great grandson of the King of Daghon Naa Abukari II.

Son of Chris and Joyce Mensah. Brother of Richard and Esinam.

Loving grandson of the late Kutung Lana (Queen of Kutung) Madam Mary Fiawoo and late Edward Mensah; as well as the Late David Kirubi Kariuki and the late Esther Wanjiru Kirubi.

He was the dear nephew of Charity and Frempong Brenya; George and Colleen Fiawoo; Felix and the late Ruth Mensah; Kariuki Kirubi and Rachel Kariuki; Kinyua Kirubi and Jayne Kinyua; Suzanne Waithiegeni and Anthony Muraya; Elizabeth Njeri and Charles Thuo Karungu.

He was cherished and adored by his cousins: Ohenewa Brenya, Bensua and Aaron Komla, Nana Osei Brenya, Boakyewaa Brenya, Terrie Fiawoo, Natalie Fiawoo, Denise Fiawoo, Edem Mensah, Eli Mensah, Selorm Mensah, Wanjiru and Jude Oyiolo, the late Kirubi Kariuki, Wendy Kinyua, Chris Kinyua, Janice Kinyua, Hugh Ndegwa Muraya, Cindy Watetu Muraya, Mwaniki Thuo, Kirubi Thuo and Trizahmarie Njeri Thuo.

The cortege will leave the Lee Funeral Home on Wednesday, 8th October 2025 at 7:00am for the memorial service at Nairobi Chapel Ngong Road. The burial will follow thereafter.

Seli was a caring brother and a friend to many. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed for the impact he had in the lives of all who knew him.

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