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

 

John Francis Obare Tula Magoha

November 29, 1939 – October 30, 2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of John Francis Steven Obare Tula Magoha, the Patriarch of the Magoha family.

John was a loving husband of Agatha Obare and father of the late Claire Obare, Antony Obare and Veronica Obare. Grandfather of Marita Obare, Fabian Otto, Michael Obare, Clarence Obare and Paulina Obare. Great grandfather of Tara, Chiwo and Jordan Tula Otto.

He was born of the late Mzee Bernard Boniface Magoha and the late Mama Joan Sara Aloo Magoha of Ahono Village, Ratudi, East Gem. Brother of the late William Ogola Magoha, the late Consolata Magoha, Mary Owuor,the late Capt. Charles Magoha, the late Michael Magoha, the late Prof. George Magoha, the late Prof. Richard Magoha, Joseph Magoha and Pauline Dola.

He was brother in law of Felistas Ogola, the late Socrates Owuor, Dr.Barbara Magoha, Janet Magoha, Edwina Magoha and the late Tom Dola.

He was son- in- law of the late Fabiano Mahaga and the late Paulina Mahaga of Port Victoria, Budalangi. He was brother-in-law of Wilbroda Bwire, Joseph Mahaga, Petronilla Nyasiri, the late Dr. Mbaga Mahaga, Mary Mahaga, Gentrix Wanzala, Cammy Mahaga-Ajala, Eng. Donald Mahaga, the late Patrick Mahaga, Anna Mahaga and Maj. (Rtd) Bonny Mahaga amongst others.

Loving nephew of Julius Mbulo Ogola, Theodore Opundo Ogola, Joseph Yiembe Ogola, Maria Mbulo, Margaret Opundo, Dorsila Yiembe, Marsela Awera, Francisca Wadira, Martina Owira, Cecilia Owenga, the late Pauline Anyango, Elizabeth Omore, Alphonse Ndege and Mzee Gwala of Sakwa among others.

He was cousin of Raphael Tuju, Dr. Beatrice Dimba, Noela Oyoo, Morris Owira, George Awandu, Jaggalo Mbulo, George Agutu, Peter Awandu, the late Acheleus Obingo, the late Bernadette Okello, the late Andrew Ogola and Charles Agunga amongst others.

He was uncle of Evelyn Ondego, Alloys Kemo, the late Caroline Magoha, Crystal Magoha, Dr. Michael Magoha, Bernard Magoha, Sam Dola, Alfred Agunga, the Mahagas, Bwires, Nyasiris, Wanzalas and Ajalas amongst others.

Final mass will be held on 15th November 2025 at St. Paul’s Jina Senior School grounds in Yala Town from 10.00am followed by burial at his home in Ahono-Ratudi Village. `

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

Mama Loise Onyango Oruko

It is with profound sorrow and deep sadness that the Jason Oruko family announces the passing ,of Mama Loise Onyango Oruko which occurred on 22 October 2025.

Wife of the late Elder Jason Oruko Okoth of Nyakach Agoro.

Daughter of the late Jonathan Omoro Nyaniong and the late Mama Area Omoro of Kabonyo Nduru.

Mother of Solomon Gogo Oruko. Dr. Leonard Otieno Oruko, George Oyoo Oruko, the late Henry Otok Oruko and the late John Agalo Oruko. Mother-in-law of Doreen Gogo, the late Lydia Otok, Caren Agalo, Caroline Otieno and Christine Oyoo, Elsa Goya, Patricia Gogo Patricia Otok, Pheobe Awino, among others. Grandmother of Risper Gogo, Salome Gogo, Bevolyn Gogo, the late Night Gogo, Roy Gogo, Fred Gogo, Timothy Otok, Evans Otok, Robert Otok, John Otok, Rebecca Otok„ Edwin Agalo, Meshack Agalo, Lynette Agalo, Dr Lavender Otieno, Martin Otieno, Oliver Otienc, Sandra Oyoo, Jason Oyoo, Louisa Oyoo, Joshua Oyare, Ken Oguya, Monica Kobe, Hellen Koko, Francis Gogo, Denis Otok, among others.

Sister of the late Alfred Aguko, Walter Anyul, Eric Omoro, Patrick Ouya. Rev. Ben Ayieyo, Marren Omoro, Doreen Omoro, Herine Ongong, the late Eunice and Dorothy Okech, among others.

Auntie of the late Harrison Oguya, the late Christabel Bunde, the late Joseph Gogo, Odongo Odoyo, Paul Awino, the late, the late Samson Amadi, the late Joel Ochieng, the late Joseph Amadi, Jacob Nyabola, Charles Aguko, George Anyul, Dick Anyul, Rev. Norman Aguko, Arthur Aguko, the late Ben Aguko, Jeff Aguko, Margaret Kanindo, Rose Onyango, Elsa Aguko, Caroline A,guko Lorna Onyango, among others.

Sister-in-law law of Prof. Ogonji Agure, Charles Azito, Ogwang Oyoo, Priscilla Odoyo, Rosemary Ogonji, the late William Ogutu Wagara, Marna Orpah Ogutu, the late Mzee Meshack Ooro., the late Mama Margaret Ooro, the late Bishop Evan Agola, the late Mama Rebecca Agola, the late Mace Phineas Adol, the late Mama Prisca Adol; the late Mzee. Nashon Onyuka, the late Mama Nora Onyuka,among others.

The cortege leaves Bethlehem Funeral Home on Sunday 9 November 2025 from 3.00 PM for Obiniu Obinju Village Agoro Nyakach where the funeral will be held followed by the burial on 10 November 2025.

“Your legacy will for ever be our guiding light. Rest with the Angels Nyar Ambo”

Mwalimu Joseph Kimari Nguma

We regret to announce the departure of the late Mwalimu Joseph Kimari Nguma. He hails from Githare Thuita Kamacharia location Murang’a.

Husband of the late mwalimu Damaris Kanuthu.

He is the son of the late Jason Nguma Kamau and Priscah Nduta Kimari (Wa Kigoori). His siblings are the late Johnson Kamau, the late Wilson Maina (GTkinya), Fredrick Babu, Julia Wamaitha, Gladys Wanjiru and the late Samson Kibe.

The late mwalimu has left behind children, Lucy Wanjiku and Dr. Kibe Rwigi, Nguma Kimari and Pauline Njeri, Murugu Kimari and Elizabeth Waithira Chege and Njambi Kamau, Florence Wambura and Martin Ng’ang’a, Eng. Kamau Kimari and Julia Wambili, Julia Wamaitha and Stanely Ngatia, Hannah Wagakira and William Muregi. He has left children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

The cortege leaves Montenzuma Monalisa – Kabati on Saturday 8th November 2025 at 8.00am for a Funeral Service at Thuita Primary School. Thereafter he will be laid to rest at his farm in Githare Thuita Kamacharia. .

 

Hellen Gesora Mwaniki

It is with deep sorrow and sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Mum Hellen Gesora Mwaniki (USA) of Nyakongo/Nyamokono village, Nyakongo sub location, Gesima Location, Gesima Ward.

She was daughter of the Lt. Pacificah Moraa Nyaundi and the Lt. Mong’oni Nyambariga and daughter in law of the Lt Mwaniki Ongaro and the Lt. Mary Moraa and Nyatiba Mwaniki,

She was loving wife of Charles Johnstone Mwaniki USA). Loving mother of Geoffrey Mwaniki (USA) and Edwin Mwaniki. Mother-in-law of Edina Mwaniki (USA) and Sheila Mwaniki. Loving grandmother of Elvis, Jayden, Justin, Jaylon and Ryan.

She was sister of the Lt. Jones Nyambariga, Jefferson Mongoni (USA),Veronicah Mocheche, Henry Orandi, Esther Annah Nyakerario, Alexina Kerebi, Pius Kennedy. Dinah Gesare (USA), Evans Ondieki.

Sister-in-law of Lt. John Nyarega, Lt. Delia Mosota, Joseph Ongaro, Josephine Ayusa, Nelson Gichora. Jorodan Mogaka. Lt. Kerubo Momanyi, Dr. Benson Momanyi, Margaret Kemunto and Richard Ombonyo (Ministry of Water-Kiambu), Lt. Nyasuguta Orioki, Evans Ongaro, Jemima Oteki, Lt. Kwamboka Kenna, Nyamoira Nyarega, Lt. William Gichora, Joyce Gekone, Sarah, Florence, Nyangara, Pamela, Esther, Salome.

Niece of Nyangweso, Lt. Kinanga,Lt. Hannah, Lt. Gesare, Rose (USA), Bochaberi (USA), Martha, Grace, Nyanchama, Lt. Ongechi, Nyang’au, Sam (USA), Mary, Helnisa and Jackline.

She was co wife of Lt. Prisca, Irene, Eldah, Bathsheba, Zipporah, Lt. Carren, Veronicah, Peris, Lt. Magoma and Dorca.

Beloved Aunt of Gerald, Kennedy, Caroline, Jared, Doris, Nancy. Robert, Ateka, Verah (Canada), Catherine and Daniel, James, Maxwell, Gichora, Charles, Alice, Kefa, Judith, Daudi, Nemuel, Omweri, Omundi, Lt. Migiro, Boniface, Zablon, Eric, Robert, Jackline, Ong’era, Kevin, Lazarus, Wilkister, Joshua and Edgar.

Cousin of Grace (USA), Linet, Lydia (USA),William, George, Ombachi, Mekenye, Beatrice, Kennedy.

Korera of Francis and Rona Moenga, Kennedy and Mary Ombiro.

Daily prayer meetings and funeral preparations are being held at her Sabaki Home in Nairobi and Nyakongo home.

The body will be brought to the country on 4th November to be preserved at UMASH funeral home them be transferred to Nyamira County nyakongo home on 7th November for night vigil. Funeral will be held on Sunday 9th November 2025.

2 Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, l have kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing.

 

Joas Abuga Mogeni

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend Hero Joas Abuga Mogeni, who rested on Monday, 4th November 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Born in 1948, the late Joas Abuga Mogeni served with distinction at Sony Sugar Company, where he was admired for his diligence, mentorship, and unwavering integrity. Since 2014, he fought cancer with remarkable faith and resilience. Over the past three months, he had been in and out of hospital, remaining a source of strength and inspiration to his family until his peaceful passing.

He was a loving father of Mogeni, Nelson, Halima, Adams, Sophy and Moha; A devoted grandfather of Quipan, Steven, Kwambi, Riaz, Ridhwaana, Ian, Erin, Joas, Jamil, Aziel, John Roberts, Junior and Nesh.

Brother of the late Samuel Gekara, the late Arita, the late Onyancha, Masira and the late Mary, the late Stephen Ongenyo, the late Ombachi, Gesora, Mageto, Nyangeri and Pastor Mogeni.

He was a cherished uncle of Senator Okong’o Omogeni, Dauglas, Young, Jayne, Emily, Dr. Arita, Kennedy, Migiro,Vincent, Gilbert, Masi, Clive, Mimi, Fridah, Flora, Matthew, Moffat, Sarah, Kidonye, Shiro, Morara, Electin among others. Brother-in-law of Rose, Lucy, Oganga, Jeriah, James and Truphena.

Father-in-law of Ezinah, Limmidoel,Agnes and Sophlyne.

The late Joas will be remembered for his ever-cheerful spirit, humility, generosity, and a life devoted to family, faith and community. His wisdom, laughter and kindness will forever remain etched in our hearts.

Daily meetings are being held virtually. Main fundraising will be held on Tuesday 11th November 2025 at Maxwell SDA Church. Starting 5.00 pm.

The cortege leaves Lee Funeral Home on Thursday 13th November 2025 for burial at his home in Bosamaro- Gesiaga, Nyamira County on Friday 14th November 2025.

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

May his soul rest in eternal peace.