Sunrise: 01/01/1944 – Sunset: 22/09/2025

It is with deep acceptance of God’s will that we, the family of Ondiek, together with Wariero family, Jokatieno, and the entire Kanyakwar Community, announce the passing of Mzee Charles Ondiek Wariero, which occurred on 22nd September 2025.

He was the beloved son of the late Mzee Raphael Wariero Oyoo, and the late Mama Anjelina Wariero, and step son of Mama Preskila Wariero, and Mama Margaret Wariero.

He was devoted husband of Mwalimu Agnes Pwani Ondiek. He was father of George Ochieng (Geez Sports Lounge and Firstmark Solutions Ltd), Hon. Anthony Tom Oluoch (MP Mathare Constituency), Christine Angela Adeno, Cecilia Akinyi (State Department for Irrigation) Raphael Wariero (NT-IAD) and Sarah Adhiambo (The Edge Life Skills Consultants).

He was son-in-law of the late Joseph Celestine Mariwa Gek and the late Susilia Aomo Gek.

He was a cherished brother of the late Magdalina Odera, the late Wilfrida Aring’o, the late Teresa Aluodo, Hellida Atieno, Esaya Wariero, the late Charles Okoth, William Odhiambo, Vitalis Otieno, William Omondi, Agus and the late Thomas Okullo.

First Cousin of Hon. John Olago Aluoch, Phillip Odeny, Maurice Njage, Dr. Cyprian Odeny, Cleophas Ochieng, among others. He was cousin of Mzee James Oketch Nabi, Mzee Onguto, Oyoo, Obiero, Wilkister Amollo among others.

He was father in law of Janet Okeyo-Ochieng, Ngala Mwendwa and Evelyne Abisae-Oluoch.

He was Grandfather of Immanuel Ochieng, Mitchel Ochieng, Adrian Oluoch, Antoinette, Ashely, Allan, Koki, Abby, George Mwendwa, Dan,Arthur and others. Great grandfather of Dalia, Christine, Msumbe, Solomon, Ewen and Savule.

He was brother in-law of the late Benter Ondiek, Micah Gek, Polycarp Gek, Mary Olima, Monica, Pacifica, Melenia, Maurine, Pauline, Celestine, Susan, Mary, Evalyne, Justice Millicent Odeny, Beatrice, Gladys, among others.

He was uncle of Calleb Okech, Onunga, Benard,Tidah, Felix, Peter Aring’o, George Aring’o, Josemaria, Lumumba Aluodo, Omondi Aluodo, Victor, Alphonce, and others.

He was in-law of the late of Mzee George Albert Okeyo Orata and the late Mary Okeyo of Kanyidoto Ndhiwa and of Mzee Jack and Grace Abisae of Nyakach,Wasare.

Family and friends are holding daily meetings and prayers at his home in Kisumu, near St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Kanyakwar.

A major Harambee towards funeral arrangements will be held at his home on Sunday, 12th October 2025, starting at 2:00 PM.

His body will be collected from Aga Khan Mortuary on Thursday, 16th October 2025, at 12 noon. A requiem mass will be held at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Kanyakwar from Friday, after which the body will be taken to his home for overnight vigil.

Burial will take place on 2.30pm, 17th October 2025, officiated by the Rev Father in-charge St. Paul’s Catholic Church, supported by St. Paul’s Church choir, CMA and CWA. The funeral service will be held at Uzima Universiry grounds–off Mamboleo Junction (On Kisumu-Kakamega road).

May the Lord rest his soul in eternal peace.

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Richard Mutua Mulwa (Mutia), Retired teacher and former Deputy Principal Matheani Sec Sch, Makueni County which occurred on 28/09/2025 after a tragic road accident.

Husband of the late Veronicah Mbindu, Father of Joshua Mumanyi, Mirriam Makebah, Alexander Mulwa and Lilian Mwongeli. Father in-law of Liza Nyawira and Lisa Ndanu. Grandfather of Jabali, Lulu, Jasiri, Natasha and Reign.

Son of the late Titus Mulwa and the late Naomi Ndunge. Brother of George Kioko, Patrick Kyania, Dr.Clement Musyoka and Albert Mbithi. Stepbrother of Paul, Antony, David and others.

Brother in-law of Emma, Mary, late Patricia Kanini, Peter, Florence Mwende, Irene Nzavi and others.

Uncle of Sharon, Betty, Shem, Eric,Victor, Joy, Mutanu, Jariel, Adniel and many others.

Family and friends are meeting for burial arrangements at Norwich Union, Nairobi from 6:00 pm and at his home, Miw’ongoni village, Kenya-Israel, Machakos County.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home, Machakos on Friday ‘1 0/10/2025 at 8:00 am and thereafter for prayers and burial at his home Kenya-Israel, Miwongoni Village, Machakos County.

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

It is with humble acceptance of Go we announce the passing of Alfred Mwandale Kibandah on 24th September 2025 illness bravely borne.

He was the son of the late Jamin Agombi and the late Norah Sandere.

He was the husband of Margaret Sayo Muandale, father if Felix Ogola, Eugene Avoga Bradley Libese and father in-law of Eunice Achieng.

He was blessed with six grandchildren namely Marcus, Moziah, Marvin, Myah, Kyra and Alfred.

He was the son in-law of mzee Amos Kegode and the late Karen Kigunyi. He was the brother in-law of Edith Ketenyi, Janet Kegode, Bernard Amata and Jescah Kegode.

He was a brother of the late Renson Oyangi, Epainitus Kibanda, Nelson Angombi, Jescah Mulusa, Zebedayo Kisaka, Janet Adisa, Saphan Magana & Caleb Kibanda, Kennedy Kisia and Betty Angombi.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday 8th October 2025 at 1pm at Friends International Center (Quakers) Church Ngong Road.

The body will leave the family residence in Donholm on 9th October 2025 morning for Kitale. He will be laid to rest on Saturday 11th October 2025 in Kibomet — Forest Village, Kitale,Trans Nzoia County.

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May his soul rest in eternal peace

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the death of Mr. David Kamau Njoroge, founder and chairman of DK Engineering Co. Ltd, on 4th October 2025.

He was the son of the late Bernard Njoroge and the late Wangui Mbachu. Stepson of the late Magdaline Njeri and the late Jane Wangari.

Loving husband of Teresia VVairimu Kamau. Father of the late Samuel Njoroge, Leonard, Margaret, Jane, Daniel, Nancy, Irene, Mbachu, Wambui, Gitau, the late Catherine, and Brenda.

Brother of the late VVanjiku Makumi, Stephen Njane, Kahuhu, Kariuki, and Eunice Kiarie, among others. Cousin, uncle grandfather and great grandfather to many.

There will be a memorial service on Thursday, 9th October 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at PCEA Church Thindigua, Kiambu Road.

The carriage leaves Umash Funeral Home, Nakuru, on Friday, 10th October 2025 at 8:00 a.m. for a funeral service and burial thereafter at his home in Subukia, Edgewood Farm.

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

May the lord rest his soul in eternal peace.

Sunrise: 1ST January 1933 – Sunset: 26th September 2025

It is with deep sorrow and in submission to God’s will, we announce the sudden and untimely passing of Mr. Joseph Munyendo Masoso, who was called to be with the Lord on Friday, 26th September 2025.

He was the beloved son of the late Isaiah Masoso and Elizabeth Rupia.

A devoted husband of the late Janifer Okutoyi, and is survived by his dear wife Rosemary Mwenje. A loving and committed father of the late Dr. Honington Temesi of National Oil Corporation, Ibrahim Munyendo of Crown Paints Kenya PLC, Isaac Koinange, Eunice Leah, Caroline Nichesa, Philis Omito, Achieng, Rupia, Davin, Risper, Benard Nelima, and Esther.

A cherished brother of the late Henry Walumasi, Simon Shireku, the late Elder Wanga, Jesicah Khafwire and Julia Mutsoli.

Father-in-law of Lillian Aura of Mount Kenya University and Caren, and a cherished grandfather to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at the family home in Mung’ang’a Village, Mumias East Constituency for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege will leave Kakamega Funeral Parlor on Thursday, 9TH October 2025, with the burial scheduled for Friday, 10th October 2025.

“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.”

In humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing and promotion to glory of Mrs. Charity Wahu Ndung’u of Ihururu Sub location, Nyeri County on Thursday 2nd October 2025.

Wife of the late Paul Ndung’u Wachira. Mother of the late Shem Kariuki, the late Florence Wangechi, Nancy W. Njoroge, Shelmith Karimi, Keziah Muchemi, the late Samuel Wachira, Susan Ndung’u, and Lilian Ndung’u.

Mother-in-law of Elizabeth Kariuki, Asst. Chief Francis Njoroge, Rev. Dr. Karimi Mumbui, Peter Muchemi, and Ndung’u Kimathi. She was a grandmother and great grandmother to many.

The cortege will leave Outspan Hosp. Mortuary on Friday 10/10/2025 at 8.30am for a service at PLEA, Ihururu at 10.00am and there after burial will take place at her home Kiamathambo village.

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Engineer Ezra Mwenda Kirema, who went of be with the Lord on 29th September 2025 after a short illness.

Born on 20th June 1994, Era was a devoted husband of Doreen Mwendwa and a loving father of Ivan Mutethia.

He was the cherished son of the late Paul Kirema and Teresia Gakui, and a beloved brother of Nathan, Ken,Antony, Lilian, and Alex.

He was son in law of Jeremiah Miriti, Elizabeth Nkatha and Triphosa Gacui. He was a brother-in-law of Faith, Linnet, Sally, Purity, Kirianki, Karim’, Kathomi, Gakii, Mutura, Ken, Murangiri, Karambu, Maingi and Lily.

He was an uncle of Alex, Celine, Stacey, Junior, Rayallen, Trizah, Susan, Brian, and Nillan.

Engineer Kirema served with great dedication and humility in the County Government of Meru, where he earned deep admiration for his commitment of excellence and service to the community.

The funeral service will be held on Friday, 10th October 2025 at 12:00 PM at All Saints Kaliene Catholic Church, followed by burial at his family home in Mikinduri.

Meetings are ongoing at Mwethe Village and Royal Prince Hotel, Meru, for prayers and .,arrangements.

Rest in eternal peace, Ezra.

Philippians 1:21 — For me to live is Christ and to die is gain.

It’s with profound sadness and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of Salome Wanjiru Welch (Devon Photo Lab Naivasha) which occurred in the UK.

She was the daughter of the Late Martin Muraya & the late Priscilla Muthoni Muraya and wife of the late Derek John Welch.

Doting mother of Martin Welch and Donna Welch, Mother in Law of Elizabeth Mwaluka.

Loving Sister of the late foram Kamina, Esther Wangari, John Gichu, Samuel Wanyoko, the late Florah Wanjiku, Joseph lguri, Angeline Mwihaki, Michael Maina and Alfred Mwangi, sister in-law to Mary Kamina, Grace Gichu, Mary Wanyoko, Margaret iguri and Esther Mwangi.

She was a caring aunt and granny to the Murayas, Muthonis among many others.

There will be a memorial service on 9/10/25 at Lavington United Church, Karai-Naivasha.

The Cortege will leave Nanyuki Cottage Funeral Home on 14110/25 at 8:30AM for a funeral service at her home in Katheri along the Nanyuki-Meru Highway where the Funeral Mass will commence from 10:00 AM and thereafter interment at the same venue.

Romans 14:8 If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.

Sunrise: 5th March, 1950 – Sunset: 30th September, 2025

Ifs with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Bishop Mrs. Mary Igoki Mbaka, which occurred on 30th September, 2025.

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

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

Dotting grandma of Rachel, Nyambura, Christian, Amani, Charlene Diana, Igoki, Gabriel, Njeri, Brian, Neema,Tephilla, Elsie Marie, Princess Favor and Eliana. Blessed Great-grandmother of Alora Wanja.

Loving sister of the late Joel Mukobwa, the late Salome Kiria,Japhet Nyaga, the late Bernard Njagi, 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 James & Serah Macharia, the late Charles & Sally Micheni, Joseph and Miriam Thuranira.

The cortege will leave Tenri Funeral Home, Ena on 9th October 2025 at 9:00AM and the funeral service will be held at Ibiriga Primary School, Mwonge, Chuka at 11.00AM followed by the interment at her home in Muganjuki Village, Mwr location, Chuka.

Mathew 25:23 His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dobson Joshua Kabugua Ngari on September 29, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa, after a short illness.

Beloved husband of Rev. Agnes Njeri Ngari, devoted father of Dennis Mbugua, Lance Katwa, and Allan Rutambo. Father-in-law of Motlotleng, and cherished grandfather of Isabelle, Roberta, Yehoshua, Ariella and Leigh-Ann.

Born in Kibirigwi Village, Kirinyaga County, of the late Joshua Kabugua Rutambo and Lydia Wamiru Kabugua, Dobson was the brother of the late Susan Wanjiku, the late Jafeth Muriuki, the late Benjamin Ikahu, the late Eliphaso Njogu, the late Nehemia Mwangi, the late Justus Kiboko, and the late Norman Kinyua.

A man of deep faith, he also ministered as a Pastor with the Watchmen’s Prayer Ministry — Israel/Africa Project, faithfully serving congregations in Kiangwachi and Kibirigwi.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home in Kabati on Wednesday 8 October 2025 at 9.00am for the funeral service at 11.00 a.m. followed by the burial at his home in Kiangwachi.

Sunrise: 7th January 1952 — Sunset: 1st October 2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Samuel Kinoti Baichu, formerly of Barclays Bank, which occurred on Wednesday October 2025.

He was son of the late Geoffrey M’Baichu and the late Ruth Mukoruguru.

Husband of Rosemary Kuri Kinoti. Father of Dorothy Gitonga, the late Paul Mwiti, Doreen Kendi and Dr. Dennis Murerwa.
He was father-in-law of Martin Gitonga, Dr. Samuel Matheri and Doreen Gitonga. Grandfather of Ryan Mureti, Shayna Wambui, Lynn Ntinyari, David Matheri, Leo Mutuma, Cleo Nkatha and Abigail Kinya.

He was brother of the late Daniel Muthuri, the late Jane Gatimba, Susan Kanyiri, Solomon Kiambi, the late Samson Kathurima, onathan Kimathi and Lucy Gatwiri.

He was brother-in-law of Dorcas Muthuri, Ben Ireri, Elizabeth Kiambi, the late Gladys Kathurima, Jane Jono, David Ngure, Justus Mugambi, Zipporah Makena, Hellen Mwari, Isaac Nteere, Peter Muriithi and the late Wilfred Gituma. He was a beloved uncle and friend to many.

Friends and family are meeting daily at his home in Kaithe Village at 4.00pm for funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Cool Breeze Funeral Home at Kirachene – Meru on Thursday 9th October 2025 for funeral service at MCK All Saints Kinoru – Meru. He will later be laid to rest at his home, Kaithe- Kinoru Meru.

In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever. You will be missed dearly.

We wish to announce the sudden death of Jane Wanjiru Watunu, formerly of IPAS (Africa Alliance) on Sunday 5th October 2025.

She was the daughter of the late Mr. Joseph and Hannah Watunu of Farm Machinery & Small town, Eldoret.

Doting mother of BancyWangui (Muringo), of Sunda International, Nairobi.

Daughter -in-love of the late Bancy Muringo Ndeng’era & Philip Ndeng’era Muriithi.

Sister of Sylvia (USA) & Alex Kamau, Margaret Watunu, Emily & Alloys Kuria, Lucy & Late Kamau Watunu (Baba), Francis & Judy Watunu, Mwangi & Beatrice Watunu, the late Joseph Kibiithe & Jeremiah Watunu.

Sister in law of Charity Gichuru, Jennifer King’ori, Rose Mutuota, James Karuri, Beatrice Waweru & Lillian Kareithi.

Niece of the Wanjama’s family (NKU), Githunga family (NKU), Rwara family (Gilgil), Kihungi family (Murang’a), the late Wangeci (Mama Mombasa Ktl), amongst others.

Auntie of Milka Bechtloff (Germany), Sammy Kamau (USA), Anne Wairimu Kamau (Nairobi), the late Joseph Kamau, Joseph (Eldoret), John Kuria Karanja (Eldoret), Joseph Watunu Karanja (USA) SylviaWambui Karanja (Liquor Library), AnnalinaWatunu (Australia), Jeffrey Watunu (Sweden), Nigel Watunu (Nairobi), Sean Watunu (Hungary), Joseph Watunu Mwangi (Bermuda), Barbara Wangeci (Strathmore University) Annette Wairimu (Eldoret), Joseph Watunu Kamau (Nairobi) amongst others and grandmother to many.

Daily Meetings in Nairobi will be held at the Saint Pauls Chapel, University Way, from 6.00pm. Meetings in Eldoret, will be held Daily at Margaret Watunu’s residence in Pioneer Estate from 5.30pm.

Requiem mass will be held on Wednesday 8th October 2025 at the Christ The King Catholic Church Embakasi from 12.30pm.

Funeral service will take place on Friday 10th October 2025 Mother of Apostles Seminary, Eldoret & later proceed to Yamumbi Cemetery.

You inspired us with your warmth, your courage, and your unwavering love. Though your journey on earth is complete, your spirit lives on in all of us.

“Well done, good and faithful servant… Enter into the joy of your Lord.”— Matthew 25:23

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Olga Leila Sechero Lasseko of Development Bank of Kenya, who went to be with Lord on the morning of 2 October 2025 at 9:30am after a period of illness while undergoing treatment at the Aga Khan University Hospital.

She was the daughter of late Ramadhani Ali Lasseko (Arusha) and Agnes Luseka Lasseko.

She was the mother of Ayden Rama Mukiri Museme.

Sister of Joy Alma-Macharia, Matilda Lasseko-Phooko, Gerald Lasseko, Hamida Lasseko and Yunus Lasseko.

Sister-in-law of Retselisitsoe Moses Phooko, Luciana Rajula and Timothy Macharia.

Granddaughter of the late Mzee Andrew Nzaywa Lihumi and late Mama Rita Lumula Lihumi.

Niece of Anne Khatimba, Alexander Mwilitsa, the late Vincent Lihumi, the late Michael Lihumi, the late Thomas Lihumi, the late Gabriel Ashiono and the late Catherine Lihumi.

Cousin of Andrew Odera, Brenda Kweci, Andrew Odipo, Brian Salu, Dennis, Andy, Victoria, Kevin, Andrea, Sean, Yolanda, Ricky, Christopher, Fiona, Angela, Yvonne, Namunyu, Letcy, Nzaywa and many others.

Loving Aunt of Tshiamo (SA), Amali (SA), Gabriela, Naima, Vanessa and others.

The cortege will leave Umash Funeral Home on Thursday at 1.00pm October 9 2025.

Family meetings daily from 6.00pm at the family residence. Paybill Number: 8063087

MASS: 9 OCT 2025 Saint Michaels Catholic Church • Langata 3:00pm

BURIAL: 11 OCT 2025 lvakale Village-Kakamega

It is with profound sadness and in humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Edward Olaly Cheche, Advocate of Olaly Cheche & co Advocates, Nakuru. He hails from Seme, Kasimori, Got Nyatigo, KISUMU, and was resident in Milimani Estate. Nakuru. He was called to eternal rest on Friday, 12th September 2025.

Edward was the beloved son of the late Silvano Cheche and Silvia Osumo, Nancy Adera, and Vicky Adhiambo.

He was a cherished grandson of the late Mzee Daudi Migott and the late Mama Silpa Auma Migott (Seme), and of the late Mzee Fanuel Oremo and the late Mama Christabel Oremo (Nyakach).

Edward was a devoted husband of Sabliba and a loving father of Carlton.

He was a son-in-law of Hellen Aweyo and the late B.E. Aeeyo.

He will be fondly remembered as a dear-brother of Odindo, Odhiambo, Benta, Phoebe, Victor, Grace, and the late Akinyi, Baby, Millicent, Oswago, Akendo, and Bidia.

He was a brother-in-law of Amos,Walton, Ronald, Gabby, the late Prof Kachienga, Jacky,Anne, Zilpah, Rachel, Paul, Jane and a caring uncle of Natalie, Derrick, Emma, Graham, Anna, Sylvia, Maria,Tabitha, Silvia, Job, Nicole, Nancy, Passy, Magda, Ebony, Anna, Tayo, Japheth, Daryll, Elysia, Rama, John, Auche and Baraka.

Meetings are being held both virtually via WhatsApp groups and physically in Seme and Nakuru Holy Trinity Catholic Church Hall Milimani at 5.30pm.

A fundraiser to offset medical bills and funeral expenses will be held on 8th October at Holy Trinity Catholic Church Hall Milimani, Nakuru at 5.30pin.

Requiem Masses will be celebrated as follows: • Nakuru —Thursday, 2nd October 2025, at 5.30pm • Reru Parish — Friday, 10th October. 2025, at 4:00 p.m.

The body is at Kwe Funeral Home, Kisumu. The Burial Service will take place on Saturday, 11th October’ 2025, at his home in Kadaudi village, Seme, Kasimori, beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Contributions can be sent to Wakili Cheche Funeral Fund: Paybill 4063647,  AccountYour Name Your kind messages, prayers, and support during this time mean so much to the family.

May Edward’s soul rest in eternal peace.