Elder (Rtd) Julius Wamanji Kariuki (JUWAKA)

Appreciation

We, the family of the late Elder (Rtd) Julius Wamanji Kariuki, extend our heartfelt gratitude to our loved ones, friends, and well-wishers for the overwhelming support, prayers and kindness during this difficult time. Your comforting messages, visits, calls, presence and shared memories of the late Elder Wamanji have uplifted us and were a source of strength and solace.

Special appreciation to the Session and Church members at PCEA Nairobi West Parish, PCEA Gateway Church, PCEA Gituro Church, PCEA Kigio Church, and ICC Church, Nairobi, for walking this journey with us.

“Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted” (Matthew 5:4)

Phoebe Achieng Wamari

Sunrise: 21st November 1955 — Sunset: 21st September 2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Phoebe Achieng Wamari, which occurred on Sunday, 21St September 2025.

Phoebe was the daughter of the late Shadrack Wamari and the late Mama Tabitha Wamari of Huluwinu Village, Siaya County.

She was previously married to Prof. George E. Otiang’a Owiti. Their union was blessed with two sons: Charles Otiang’a Owiti and Eric Wamari Otiang’a Owiti. She was the mother-in-law of Fanis Odhiambo Owiti and Yvonne Owino-Wamari, and a loving grandmother of Shechem, Leo, Jeremy, Abigail, Abe and Aria.

She was the sister of the late Sarah Onditi, Joab Wamari, the late Rebecca Olewe, James Wamari, Ruth Ademba, Samuel Omondi, Bethwel Waweru, and Martin Omollo. She was also a beloved sister-in-law, aunt, and friend to many.

A dedicated public servant, Phoebe worked at the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) until her retirement. She was a devoted Jehovah’s Witness and a cherished spiritual sister in the Central, Komarock, Nairobi South, and Mlolongo congregations. Her gentle faith and kind heart will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. She held firmly to the hope in John 5:28-29: “For the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out…”

The Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, 8th October 2025 at 12:00pm at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Quarry Road, Mlolongo.

The burial will be held on Saturday, 11th October 2025, at the Family home in Gongo Kagilo, Yala Sub-County, Siaya County.

“In God’s hands she rests, in our hearts she lives forever.”

 

Mary Muraguri

Four years on…Forever in our hearts and souls

Mama, today, we not only continue to celebrate your remarkable life but also to honour the indomitable spirit of a true matriarch. Mama, you wore many hats – mother, father, protector, confidante, and friend. Your mission in life was simple yet profound: to see us thrive, and you accomplished that in spades. Despite any adversities you faced, your spirit was unyielding. Your laughter filled every room, your warmth touched every heart, and your love for your entire family was boundless.

Four years on, your legacy shines brightly through us – Maina’s calm determination, Kariz’s vibrant spirit, Nyawi’s nurturing heart, and Seel’s fierce independence. Each of us carries a piece of you, ensuring that your spirit lives on. Your love is a thread deeply woven into the fabric of our lives.

Mama, Your love for us never waned Your love for us was never in doubt Your love for us had no boundaries Your love for us was simply angelic

Continue resting in power, our eternal heartbeat. Continue dancing with the angels! Forever celebrated and dearly missed by your loving children, daughters in love and your dotting grandchildren. We love you our forever heartbeat.

Elisha Ndirangu Kamakia

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Elisha Ndirangu Kamakia, which occurred on 25th September, 2025.

Elisha was the beloved son of Ignatius Kamakia Ngunjiri and Loise Ndirangu Kamakia of Ol- Kalou.

He was a devoted father of Richard Mwema, Claire Njoki, Kigan Kamakia and Tonia Nyawira.

He was a loving brother of Dennis Ngunjiri (USA), Peter Kamakia (Kenya Railways) and Carol Wacuka (United Nations), brother-in-law of Dotty Awuor (USA), Rachael Wangeci (lsuzu EA Ltd) and Jackan Mwandango (Kenya Air Force).

He was uncle of Marley, jasmine,Austin, Marilyn, Jason, Zalia and Loise among others. He will be fondly remembered as a cherished relative and friend to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at the family home at Hillside, Ol-Kaiou, Kaimbaga Ward, Nyandarua County for prayers and funeral arrangements.

Family and Friends will hold a meeting at St Andrews Church, Nairobi on Friday, 3rd October, 2025 from 05:00pm and Clavina Hotel at Gilgil on Sunday, 05th October, 2025 from 02:00pm.

The cortege will leave JM Memorial Hospital Mortuary on Tuesday, 7th October, 2025 at 09:00 am. A funeral service will be held at Hillside School and the burial will take place thereafter at the family home.

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

Hon. Francis Thombe Nyammo

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Hon. Francis Thombe Nyammo on Sunday,o 2nth September 2025. He pasted away peacefully at home on his 86th birthday.

Hon. F.T. Nyammo was the husband of the late Eva Kanyua Nyammo. Father of Makenna and Joseph Kuria, the late Nicole Nyawira Nyammo, the late John Mwangi Nyammo, the late Jason Muriuki Nyammo. Grandfather of Ashleigh Karimi Nyammo.

He was the son of the late Johana Muchiri Nyammo and the late Ruth Wambui Nyammo. Brother of the late Waihiuni Gichohi, Wanjeri Kariuki, Wanjohi Nyammo, and the late Nyambura Nyammo.

He was the brother-in-law of the late Njeru Karanja, Njagi Karanja, Mutegi Karanja, Kanjiru Mbae, Jennifer Kahurananga, Mugambi Karanja, and the late Mugo Karanja. He was an uncle and friend to many.

Hon. F.T. Nyammo was the Former M.P. for Tetu Constituency (2007— 2014) He was the founding Chairman of Longhorn Publishers, a founding Member of KEPSA. He was a long-serving member and Past President of The Rotary Club of Karen, founder of KSPS, and past Managing Director of Kenya Reinsurance.

He was cremated on Monday, 29th September 2025, as per his wishes.

A memorial service will be announced later.

Prof. Arthur Othieno Killion Obel

Sunrise: 21st May 1946 — Sunset: 27th September 2025

It is with deep sorrow and acceptance that we announce the death of the late Professor Arthur Othieno Obel after a short illness at MP Shah Hospital Nairobi.

He was the son of the late Mzee Martine Botsa Obel and the late Mama Margaret Achieng. He was also a beloved son of Eudia, Petty, Susan, Martina, Grace, Mary, Awino and Nyamwalo.

He was the husband of Millie Chepkemoi and Joyce Andati.
He was the father of Stella, Raymond Weswa, John Masaba, Angela Amakobe, Brian Milton and Gloria Margaret. He was the father-in-law of Linda Waiganjo, Lucy Kendi and John Mbithi. He was the grandfather of Nina Kawira, Zaki Mutuma, Tyler Adams, Deborah, Donnel, Geovanni, Myles and Jean.

He was the brother of Peres Sibuda (Bujumba), the late Alice Auma (Mutumbu), Florence Adhiambo (Germany), Emma Aloo (Bunyala), the late Beatrice Oloo (Meru), Semrick Akoth, Kadogo, Jennifer Omina (Nakuru), Sikuku, Athieno, Emily(Subukia), Jane Mayabi, Jackline Cafew (Busia), Christine Aoko (Samia), Josephine, Geoffrey Oyiko (Kericho), the late George Oyugu, the late George Othieno (UK), the late Omina, the late Masine, Joseph Omondi, the late Kenedy Odhiambo (Mogotio), Edward (Thika), Aspro and Kizito.

He was brother-in-law of the late Lay Canon Jacton Sibuda, Jackson Opungu, John Opungu, Samuel Ouma, the late Nasera,Alice Oyiko among others.

He was uncle of Elizabeth, Apollo (Tingolo), Joseph, Dennis (Ministry of Energy), Brian, Emmanuel, George, Pamela, Margaret, Kake, Felly, Maureen, Janet, Rebbeca, Daisy, Sakwa, Mamou (RMS), Davis, Oloo, Sylvia, Susan, Lydia, Ochanda, Ashley, Collins, Diana, Twain, Winny,Alice, Dan and many others. He was a relative, cousin and friend to many.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his Loresho home in Kaptagat Grove for funeral arrangements.

The cortege will leave Lee Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m on Wednesday 8th October 2025 for a memorial service at All Saints Cathedral scheduled for 12:00 p.m then proceed to Busire Village in Busia County for the funeral scheduled for 10th October 2025.

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

 

Mama Betty Anyango Nyakiamo

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Mama Betty Anyango Nyakiamo of Komanda Village, Sumba West Sub-location, Kaksingiri Location, Homabay County on 23rd September 2025.

Beloved wife of Mzee Dominic Mugeni Nyakiamo.

Daughter of mama Alice Oloo Otieno and the late Stephen Otieno, Jane Otieno, the late Monica and the late Dorcas. Sister of Joan, Mike, Judith, Norman, Nicholas, Ezekiel and the late George.

Sister-in-law of Hon. Peter Nyakiamo, John Oketch, Julius Yega, Francis K. Oduol, Pius Ochieng Muswanya, the late Pius Ogweno, the late Maria, Domitila, the late Samuel, the late Gabrieldoseph, Benta and Morris.

Loving mother of Irene, Jacob, Maria, Maggie, Tom and Arthur (Chief). Mother in law of Eric, Carol, Felix and Kahui.

Doting grandmother of Ruby, Nicole, Kayla, Natalie, Kylie, Niels, Kaycee, Khloe, Lyanna, Kayson and Baby Betty.

Cousin of Florence Ojode, Hon. Sammy Weya, Elizabeth Walwanda Keith, Joe, Dan, Julius and Edward Okinda, the late Francisca Indeche, the late.Dave Weya among others.

She was also a cherished aunt and friend to many.

The cortege leaves the Eldoret Hospital Mortuary on Thursday 09th October 2025 for a requiem mass at Eldoret Diocese, Moi Teaching and referral hospital chapel from 10.00am. Burial mass will take place on Friday 10th October 2025 at Komanda Village, Sumbawest Sub-location, Kaksingiri Location, Suba North, Homabay County from 9.00am.

George Ng’ang’a Mbiu

Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited announces  with profound regret the passing of George Ng’ang’a Mbiu on Thursday 25th September 2025. He hails from Kiambu County, Githunguri Sub-county, Kiairia Location, Kiairia Village.

Son of the late Josephat Mbiu and the late Margaret Wangui.

Husband of Jane Wangari Ng’ang’a. Father of Margaret Wangui Ng’ang’a, Franklin Mbiu and Stanley Kibe Ng’ang’a.

Brother of Paul Mbiu, Elizabeth Wangare, Grace Nyokabi, Lucy Wakanyi, the late Susan Gathoni, Jane Kiruri, Peter Ndichu, Joseph Waiharo, Mary Mumbi and Jane Wanjiru.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his home in Kiairia Viliage from 4.00pm for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Mukoc Mortuary on 2nd October 2025 at 9.00am for funeral service at his rural home in Kiambu County, Githunguri Sub-county, Kiairia Location, Kiairia Village.

MAY THE ALMIGHTY GOD REST HIS SOUL IN ETERNAL PEACE.

Mzee Alfred Odhiambo Oyile

We regret to announce the passing of Mzee Alfred Odhiambo Oyile after a long illness.

He was the son of the late Lucas and the late Felistus.

Husband of Millicent. Father of Tobias, Christopher, Grace, Esther, Jackson, Yvonne, Lucy and Kelivin.

Brother of Maurice,Terresia and the late Jane.

Son in law of the late Cecilia and the late Augustine.

Grandfather of Raul, Brezyl, Meshack, Ramadhan, Raymond, Liam, Mallia, Babra, Lionnah, Tesan, Sanchez, Mark, Chris and Britney.

Uncle of Risper, Collins, Caren, Enock, Elisha, Marion, Elijah, Julius, Stency, Jacob and Briton.

Father in law of Belinda, Zipporah and Mellisa.

The cortege leaves Siaya Referral Hospital Mortuary on Thursday 09th October 2025 for an overnight Vigil. The burial will take place on Friday 10th October 2025 at his home in Alego South West Kabura Sublocation.

 

Grace Kavunge Musyoki

Sunrise: 1939 — Sunset: 21/09/2025

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Grace Kavunge Musyoki,

She was a beloved daughter of the late Nzelu Koka and the late Suvaia Nzelu. She was a cherished sister of the late Mwikya Nzelu, the late Franics Ngene Nzelu, the late Justus Mwengi Nzeiu, the late Jennifer Kavata Nzelu, Muli Nzelu, Mbiti Nzelu, Lui Nzelu and Kavunge Manzi.

She was the beloved wife of Nathaniel Musyoki Kinyua. Grace was a doting mother of Jedidah Kisuu Kilonzi, Winfred Tabitha Mutua, the late Zipporah Kanini Kimondiu, Edwin Kinyua Musyoki, late Charles Nzelu Musyoki, the late Ngutho Musyoki, Shadrack Mbua Musyoki, Hon Benjamin Mwikya Musyoki, Josephine Mutethya Paul and Meshack Mwengi Musyoki.

She was a mother in-law of Kilonzi Kangangi, Morrics Mutua,Agnes Kinyua, Benjamin Kimondiu, Christine Nzelu, Rose Ngutho, Judith Mbua, Monicah Mwikya, Paul Muvengei and Judith Mwengi.

She was a loving aunt of Geoffrey Ngene, Ambrose Kwale, Nicodemus Kyalo among many others.

She was a grandmother of Max, James, Mick and Teddy; Shadrack, Benrodgers and Benedict; Gloria, Grace, Maggie,Ted Charles and Timothy; Cephas, Moses and Lyn; late Jimmy, late Tony and Queen; Esther, late Francis, Judy, Agnes and Maxwell; Mary Kavunge, Caleb and George; Nathan, Bruce and Edwin; Solomon, Nathaniel, Grace and Mary Mulalya; Vundi, Musyoki and Mumo.

She was a great-grandmother of Joel, Hope, Gabriel, Gael, Gracia, Gilana, Asbel, Ronny, Lynet, Abigael, Arthur, Zipporah, Catherine, Ben, Amos, Favour, Machir, Melvin, Myles, Isaack, Mutheu, Blessing, Ethan, Hope, Samantha, Cecil, Davis, Shalom, Gift, Bruno, Tianna, Ruth,Tabitha, Zanda, Christine among many others.

Meetings are being held at 6:00 p.m. daily at her home in Kathiani, Kitui County to discuss funeral arrangements.

Burial will take place on Saturday 4th October 2025 at Kathiani Home, Kitui County.

Psalm 116:15:”Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.”