Tonny Calisto Okundi (Atari)

It is with deep sorrow and in humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing on of Tonny Calisto Okundi (Atari) of Sense of Africa Tours Company on 24th October 2025, at Nairobi West Hospital.

Son of the late Councillor Edward Okundi Ogana and the late Magdalene Agida of Kanyadhiang, Kendu Bay; Stepson of Mary and the late Peres Okundi.

Loving husband of Lydiah Okundi (Postbank) and Grace Ndung’u. Father of Crystal, Kelvin, Cynthia, Esther, the late Sam, Biden, and Nina Maggie.

Brother of Rhoda, Monica, the late Gilbert Asoo, the late Sammy, the late Paul, the late Gasto, the late Emily Rebecca, the late Seder, Ndeko, Joshua, Kepher, Joanne, Rose, Phelecia, Nancy, Pamela, among others.

Cousin of Lennox, Erick, Robert Onduto, and Omollo Abb. Loving uncle of Evelyn, Mark, Eddie, Fiddy, Lynnet, Ronnie, Judy, Maj. Breznev, Nash, Brunner, Major, Stella, Maureen, and Yvonne.

Brother-in-law of Brigadier Onyango, the late Sylvester Obudho, Joe Nyamuthe, Aringo, Keturah, Irene, Gerald, Emmanuel, Monica, Rosina, Martha, Dinah, Gilbert, Henrietta, John. jimmy, Rodgers, Davis, Michael, Saru, Leornard, Joyce, Geoffrey, Rose, Phyllis, Alex, Naomi, Morris, Ann and Ishmael.

Son-in-law of the late Raphael Mkoji, late Emily Mkoji, Charles Ndung’u, Josephine Ndung’u.

Father-in-law of Geoffrey Olado, Beldine, Tom Ouko, Tevin. Grandfather of Tyrone. Thule, Arrielah, Jayden, Arayah, Lyric, Gian, and Reina.

The cortege leaves Umash Funeral Home, Nairobi, on Thursday, 13th November 2025 for burial on Friday, 14th November 2025, at his home in Gem West, Rangwe Sub-County Homa Bay County.

Psalms 34:18 The Lord is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

 

Trufosa Amakobe Otieno

27/07/1931 – 07/11/2025

The Julius Otieno family announce the death of their Matriarch Mrs. Trufosa Amakobe Otieno which happened at the Coptic Hospital Maseno on 07/11/2025.

Trufosa was the cherished daughter of the late Joram Nyarima Olaka and Selina Omurunga of Ebukhoba, Khwisero, Kakamega County.

Trufosa was the devoted wife of the late Julius Otieno Owala of Seme Kowe, Kisumu County.

Daughter in law of the late Erastus Owalla and the late Nora Ayaya.

She was the doting mother of the late Apiyo and Adongo, Judith Akelo Agutu, the late Steven Job Onyango, Dr. Samuel Oduor Wendo, Chaplain Vicki Okumu, the late Grace Akinyi Oketch, Paul Polo Otieno, the late Amos Erastus Owala, Michael Barack Orwa and Isabelle Ayaya Otieno. Trufosa was the mother in law of the late Christopher Agutu, Grace Wendo, Joseph Okumu, the late Evans Oketch, Joan Polo, Mary Owala and Elizabeth Orwa.

Trufosa was a loving sister of the late Rumona Obando, the late Alice Wako, the late Agnes Oyungu, the late Joyce Munala, the late Hezron Malenya, the late David Olaka and Phanice Ojera.

Trufosa was a sister in law of the late Jael Auma Ojwan’g, the late Gideon Barack Orwa, Sabina Aoko Adamba, the late Nelson Obando, the late Dr Daniel Wako, the late Fredrick Oyungu, the late Livingstone Munala, Rev Catherine Amakobe Olaka and John Ojera.

Trufosa is an aunt of the Obandos of Maseno, the Wakos of Matayos, the Oyungus of Emmutsa, the Munalas of Ebushiekwe, the Malenyas of Ebukhoba and the Ojeras of Got Regea.

She was the grandmother of Irene Agutu, Martha Agutu, Job Agutu, Albert Agutu, Sahar Wendo, TryDhosa Wendo, Laura Wendo, Maggie Wendo, Julia Wendo, the late Arthur Clifford Okumu„ Gloria Lilian Okumu, Dr. Rowland Okello, Kim Okumu, Barbara Okumu, Bernard Oketch, Nana Oketch, Vivian Oketch Arnold Oketch, Phosa Mamu Oketch, Terrence Oketch, Clifford Polo, Trufosa Polo, Jessica Polo Julius Otieno, Trufosa Owala, David Orwa, Esther Orwa, Ernest Orwa, Samuel Orwa and Jeffrey Julius Otieno.

Great grandmother of Christopher Ohany, the late Baraka Ohany, Jeff Obuya, the late Amelia Obuya, Gad Obuya, Judy Obuya, Sam Wendo, Paul Wendo, lzma Unisa, Eleanor Ndhere, Mark Wendo, Nathaniel Barasa, Bill Wendo, Jamie Polo, Imani Amila, Theo Sibuor, Hawi Okello,Amani Okello,Wema Okello, edidah Okumu, ustina Ruth Kinda, Grace Nzula, Barbara Were, George Wendo, Kevin Sinyika, Grace Omondi, Chloe Omondi, Jay Cheumwe, Adrian Sinyika, Neema Wanjala, Christelle Sakari, Gabriel Sakari, Nimah Sakari. Trufosa was a great great grandmother of Millagra Ohany.

The cortege leaves Coptic Hospital Funeral Home Maseno on Thursday 13th November at 10am followed by Funeral service at St Emmanuel ACK Kwoyo Church from 2pm to 4pm.

The burial will be at her home in Kwoyo on Friday 14th November at 9am.

Collections can be channelled through Trufosa Otieno Funeral Fund, Paybill Number: 8035004, Account Number: Your name

 

Stella Gakii Thuranira

We are saddened to announce the demise of Stella Gakii Thuranira. Daughter of the late Benjamin Thuranira and Gladys Kirigo of Ntumburi Location Buuri Constituency that occurred on 23rd October 2025 after long illness.

She was wife of Robert Muia. Mother of Lilian Karimi, David Mwenda, Erick Musyoka, Rosyline Gatwiri and Fridah Kawira of Nairobi County Government. She was grandmother of Maxwell, Shantel, Jamila, Sheila, Shirleen, Shaelyn, Kayla, Aiden, Elijah, Israel, Farrell and Alvin.

She was sister of Karambu, Gikunda, Peris,japheth and twin sister of Mercy Kagwiria Thuranira of Mwiki Police Station. Step sister of Nkatha, Gacheri, Karwitha, Kirimi, Joseph; John and Gilbert.

Sister-in-law of Nyamai, Ndinda, Syc.)miti, Mutinda, Nongoya, Kilonzo, Mutua, Mbinda, Muthoki and Makena_

Mother in-law of Faith, Lucy, Dan, John and Bob.

The cortege will leave Cool Breeze Funeral Home on 13th November 2025 and burial to take place at her home in Kinoria Akuru Village, Ntumburi, Buuri Constituency, Meru County.

“Its God who gave us Stella Gakii and it is God who has taken her “.

Daniel Jaoko Odhialo

In Loving Memory

Born: 23rd November – Died: 11th November 2024

It’s been a year since you left us Dad, yet your presence still guides our lives. You were a strict disciplinarian-firm, principled, and corrected us when we strayed. Though your harshness was hard to understand, we now see it came from love and a desire to shape us into, responsible people. You always held our hands and rubbed our fingers a simple gesture that spoke of a softer love that you rarely showed in words.

We remember your neat suits and suspenders, your daily ritual of reading the newspaper, and your passion for sugarcane farming-the work that brought you pride and joy. You gave each of us names filled with meaning and pride. Your love for mathematics pushed as to master mathematical tables, a lesson in discipline and learning that remains with us. Beneath your stern exterior was a gentle heart. You cared for widows, orphans, and the less fortunate, giving freely and humbly. Your laughter, rare smile, and quiet kindness still warm our hearts.

A year may have passed, but your spirit, lessons, and love endure.We honor you always, Dad.

Your Children: Dennis, Maureen, Emily, Bella, King, and Eunice Odhialo.

 

James Njoroge Kariuki

16th May 1945 – 4th November 2025

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of James Njoroge Kariuki (Major), who went to be with the Lord on 4th November 2025, surrounded by his family.

Beloved husband of Gladwell Wanjiku Njoroge, and devoted father of Antony Kariuki, Caroline Njeri Gitau, Wanjiru Njoroge, and George Kihara. Father-in-law of George Gitau Kariuki and Nyakiega Kihara.

He was the beloved son of the late Daniel Kariuki Gathinye and the late Elizabeth Nyakinyi. Cherished brother of Susan Ngatia, the late Joram Gathinye, the late Alphonse King’utu, Patrick Mbugua, the late Mary Mukuhi, Simon Ndung’u, and Johnston Murunga.

James also treasured the bonds he shared with his stepmothers, Nyambura and Njeri, and his step-siblings, who enriched his life with love and lifelong companionship.

He was a son in law of the late Kihara Muthiora and Alice Gaceke. Grandfather of Melissa, Abigail, Naomi, Ayanna, Arella, Suki, Zane, and Emi, and great-grandfather of Jabali, Jonah, and Jasmine. He was a doting cousin, nephew, uncle and friend to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at the family home in Thindigua and Iria-ini for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves KUTRRH Memorial Funeral Home (Bypass) 7:00 am for funeral service on Thursday, 13th November 2025, at lria-ini Primary School grounds, followed by interment at his home in Iria-ini, Kiambu County.

“In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus.”— 1 Thessalonians 5:18

May the Lord rest his soul in eternal peace.

 

Sabina Auma Otieno Oganga

11/10/1949 – 27/10/2025

We, the Oganga family, regret to announce that Mrs. Sabina Auma Otieno passed away peacefully on 27th October 2025.

She was the wife of the late Elly Otieno Oganga.

Daughter of the late Laurenti Oresi, the late Maria Ogalo Olal and Flora Aludo Olaf. Daughter-in-law of the late Jackton Oganga and the late Caren Miguwa Oganga.

Sister of the late Sophia Olal, the late Anastasia Otieno, the late Paul Okombo, Rebecca Ojina, the late Regina Opundo, the late Rosalia Ayaga, Sophie Omondi, the late Josephine Olal, John Kennedy Olal, Merica Akinyi, the late Anton Olal, Romanus Olal, Mourine Olal and Paulo Olal.

Mother of Clara Oganga-Oluoch, Robert Oganga, Ezekiel Oganga and Thomas Oganga. Mother-in law of Peter Oluoch, Ada Oganga and Kathy Kageni-Oganga.

Grandmother of Quintant, Ted, Eileen, Jonathan, Kizza-Marie, Melissa, Chelsea, Neema, Tamara, Timona, Kristianne, Travis and Timothy.

There will be a fund raiser at the Professional Centre on Tuesday 11th November 2025 from 5:00 pm.

The cortege leaves Kirindo Mortuary (Mbita) on Thursday 13th November 2025 at 1:00 pm for a requiem Mass at St, Joseph Ufira Catholic Church at 2:00 pm. Interment will be at her home in Luanda Village, Kamasengre West, Suba North, Homa Bay County on Friday 14th November 2025, with the requiem mass at 1:00 pm.

No one comes to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws them, and I will raise them at the last day — John 6:44

Naomi Wia Milai

1935 – 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce The passing of Naomi Wia Milai on 6th November 2025 after a long iliness bravely borne.

She was the devoted wife of the late Senior Assistant Chief Solomon Milai Katithi and the beloved daughter of the late Ngunga Kasivu and the late Nyala Ngunga She was a co-wife of the late Mary Mukai, late Anne Syombua, late Faith Mutunyi, Ruth Kalwenge, late Alice Mula and Juliana Kavive.

A cherished matriarch, Naomi was the loving mother of Joyce Mbiti, Felistus Muthwii, Benrodgers Mwendwa., Benson Ngunga, Judy Mutave Musyoka, Maria Tito, Rebecca Vilita Muthengi, the late Alex Muange and Dr. Nicholas Mutua.

She was the sister of the late Kiseki, the late Ngami, the late Nguva, Alice Katuti, the late Menyittya, Mwikali Luusa and the late Mukonza.

She was the mother in-law of the late Jones Mbiti, late Bernard Muthwii, Augustina Mwendwa, Mary Ngunga, David Musvoka, Tito Mwithi, the late Muthengi Kasamu, the late Munanie Muange and Juliana Mutua.

She was a proud grandmother of the Mwendwa’s – Catherine & Dennis, Rachel, Mbiti & Diana, Penninah , Muka, & Myke. late Carolyne & Anthony, Mitai & Anne, Debra & Lucky and Joan & Kennedy; the Muthwii’s Monica & Kiptoo, Elizabeth & Gabriel, David & Hellen, Faith & Lucas, Bridgid & Camara, George and late Emmanuel; the Mwendwa’s – Mutethya & Kimani, Milai & Anne and Kanwi & Keith, the Ngungis – Miles & Eva, Kitheka & Lucy and Munyithya, the Musyoka’s – Kate, Innocent & Lineth, Vincent & Mercy and Joy; the Titus – Mwithi & Tarresia. Kyalo & Damaris, Faith, Mercy, Mwendwa, Joy, Benson.Alex and Judith; the Muthengi’s – Mwende and Tony; the Muange’s Munyalo and Mawia; the Mutua’s – Sheila and Sasha.

Step -mother of Titus Munywoki, iciwasya Kinyala, Boniface Sammy. late Sospeter Mwangangi. Agnes Mwandikwa Mbuti, Rodgers Musyoka. Wilfred Musyingi,Anna Mbila, Francis Peter, Mulalya Musili, Fredrick Multi”, Patricia Nruki.Winfred Ndumu. Pius and Mv.ranzia among others.

A doting great-grandmother of Joy, Rooney, Ryan, Samantha, Keith, Daisy, Denise, Nicole, Nayla, Nigel, Leon, Ethan, Brian, Shanelte, Shawn, Shane, Othniel, Jovane, Klan, Naya, Alayna, Theo, Trevor, Joe, Jimmy, Jebel, Terrence, Sasha, Mwende. Sam ire. Tiffany, Zoe Kayla, Avery, Atlilel, Tyler, Madison, Lindsay, Jerome, Geovannie, Fabian,Victor, Elvis. Christrano, Abigael, Myra, Maria and Skylar.

A dear aunt of Justina Mwendwa, Justus Munyithya, Mutisya Murepthya, Kanyaa Luusa- Gache, laze Mulyungi Luusa, Ngunga Luusa. Mwende Ngura, Musil, Nguva, Muteti Wali and others.

Sister in-law of late Munyaka, late Mukunga, Late Mumma, tate Kill, late Nzovi, Ndava Katithi, late Luusa and Wall Nzialo. She was also a cousin to many, and her warmth, wisdom, and grace will be remembered by all whose lives she touched. Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure, and her legacy will continue to live on through her family and loved ones.

Friends and family are meeting daily at All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi and at her family home in Musengo Village for funeral arrangements.

A fundraiser has been organized for Wednesday 12th November 2025 at AM Saints Cathedral, Nairobi from S.00p.m.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home on Friday 14th November 2025 at 7.00 a.m. for a memorial service at Musengo Primary School, Kitui West followed by burial at her home in Ngaani Village, Musengo Location, Kitui County.

Eternal Rest 0 God grant unto her. May Perpetual Light shine upon her soul and may she rest in peace. Amen

Rufus Kariuki Gichuki

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Rufus Kariuki Gichuki (retired teacher), which occurred on 30th October 2025 after a short illness.

The late Rufus Kariuki was a beloved son of the late Gichuki Mbui and the late Grace Nyambura. He was brother of the late Mbui, the late Muturi, the late Kirnani, the late Gichuki and Faith Warijiru.

He was a devoted husband of Agnes Wanjiku. A loving father of Grace (TSC), Tabitha (Gocare), Ann (TSC), Anthony (Civitek), Monicah (TSC), Nicholas (Sun-culture), Gladwell (Canada), and Judy (Businesslady). Father-in-law of Silvano (TSC), John (Farmers-world), Esther (Businesslady), Fredrick (WARMA). Grandfather of Anthony, Adrian, Allan, Francis, Esther, Liam, Samara, Linsey and Macra. He was also a cherished uncle and cousin to many.

A fundraiser to offset the hospital bill will be held on Saturday 8th November 2025, at his home in Karinga Village, Kigumo Constituency, Murang’a. County.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home, Kabati on Tuesday, 11th November 2025, at 8:00 a.m., a funeral service at St. Michael’s Karinga Catholic Church, followed by interment at his home in Karinga Village.

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

Emmaculate “Emmah” Mbithe Musili

Sunrise: May 20, 1993 – Sunset: October 30, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Emmaculate “Emmah” Mbithe Musili which occurred on 30th October 2025 following a tragic road accident.

She was wife of David Musili Mulang’a (County Government of Kitui) and mother of Ethan Mulang’a and Sasha Rhoda.

Daughter of Sammy Kithee and late Bendetta Rhoda. Daughter-in-law of Margaret Mulang’a and late Rev Andrew Mulang’a. Sister of Erick Mutunga, Virginia Mwende, Frida Mary and late Ken Kithee. Sister-in-law of Cosmus Martin, Rodgers Kavuku, John Mwalimu, Vartan Khatchadourian (Lebanon), Jane Mulang’a (Lebanon), Jullie Mwende, and Patricia Mutua.

A cherished aunt, niece, cousin and friend to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at her home in Syongila and in Kitui Town for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Tribute Funeral Home on Saturday, 8th November, 2025 at 8.45 AM for funeral service at Syongila Polytechnic Grounds and later burial at their home in Syorigila Village, Kitui Central Sub-County.

“The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised.”— Job 1:21

 

John Mathew Ouya

Sunrise: 23rd December 1953 – Sunset: 18th October 2025 

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of John Mathew Ouya, fondly known as JM and Baba Ricky, which occurred on the morning of Saturday, 18th October 2025, at Bloom Hospital, Kisumu.

He was a devoted husband of Vera Akinyi Aseno, loving father of Ricky, Floviance, Laureen, and Meryl, and doting grandfather of ten grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Brighton.

JM was the second son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Pancras Onduru and son-in-law of the late Elder Benjamin Aseno Odieny and Mama Rebecca Aseno. He was a cherished brother of John, Rose, Charles, Abby, Kenyatta, Pamela, Dinah (all deceased), Ruth, Catherine, jack, Linda,Valentine, and Odhiambo. He was also a beloved brother-in-law of the Aseno siblings: the late Charles, the late Florence, Lynette, Meshach, Samuel, George, Eucabeth (USA), Eva (USA), Steve, Dr. Maureen (USA), Dr. Beryl (Overseas), and Nancy., and of their spouses: Richard, Roseline, Susan, Pr. Kilonzo (USA), Prof. Calvin (USA), Dr. Joe (Overseas), and Pr. Manasses.

He was a loving nephew of the late Hon. Isaiah Bonyo Oliyo, Susana, Maritha; the Nyaoke, Oliyo, and Odieny families; cousin to many; uncle of Dr. Brighton (Overseas), Bonny, the late Oluach, the late Linda, Kennedy, Darlene (USA), Charles, Laureen, Gloria (USA), Enoch, Adrian (USA), Britney (USA) and many others; father-in-law of Mike, Queen, and Kevin, whose lives he touched with warmth, wisdom, and generosity.

JM was a distinguished agronomist and executive whose career spanned over three decades in both public and private sectors. He served in senior roles at the Ministry of Agriculture, Chemelil Sugar Company, East African Tanning Extract Company, Maseno University, Sony Sugar Company, and Kibos Sugar and Allied Industries. JM will be remembered for his work ethic, resilience, and unwavering commitment to family and community. His original ancestry is from Kanyada (Kothidha) in Homa Bay County, but JAI was born and grew up in his father’s home in Daraja Mbili, Kisii County.

JM will be laid to rest on 13th November, 2025, at his home in Oyugis Town, Kamuma Sub-location (opposite St. Joseph’s Combined Academy; 5 minutes’ drive from Matata Hospital and 10 minutes’ drive from Sikri).

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