Appreciation

We, the family of the Late Anne Mogoi Birundu wish to express our sincere and heartfelt gratitude for the enormous outpouring of support we received during this time of our great loss of our beloved daughter and sister who passed away on 10th March 2019.

Special thanks go to the Ethiopian Airlines and to the Government of Kenya, represented by CS James Macharia, PS Esther Koimett and Ambassador Catherine Mwangi together with her office in Ethiopia. We recognise and appreciate the assistance given by several groups among them, BOKU University (Austria), PAUWES, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, BCC members, Kyeni Girls School, and Engineers professional colleagues.

Special appreciation goes to the Bishops and Clergy of The Nairobi International Lutheran Congregation, and Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kenya at ltierio and Kerina who led the memorial services. We are immeasurably thankful to family members, friends, neighbours and well-wishers who stood with us through their prayers, visits, spiritual, moral and financial support. You all made the journey bearable and we will forever be grateful to you. Finally, we thank the dedicated funeral committee in Nairobi chaired by Ben Sakawa.

As it may not be possible to thank all of you individually, kindly accept this as our acknowledgement and appreciation, may your kindness be rewarded abundantly by God Almighty.

We will be laying to rest, positively identified remains of Anne Mogoi Birundu, today, Tuesday 15th October 2019 at a private function in her rural home.

Rest in Peace, Anne.

Appreciation

We the family of Florence Mumbi Macharia, Keguro, Sonny, Shiru and Kui, together with our children would like to appreciate and thank all those who took care of mum, contributed and made it possible to give her a wonderful send off.

In particular we would like to appreciate: Rev. Njeru, Rev. Nguyo and Rev. Karanja of Loresho Community PCEA Church and all the other pastors who ministered to us during this time. Dr. Jane Miano for your kind words of wisdom and the advice you accorded us, Nyawira Miano for keeping a close eye on Keguro, Dr. Jean Kagia and Nairobi Hospital staff, Doctors and staff members of Fortis hospital India, Dr. Nancy Kunyiha of Aga Khan hospital, Dr. Davey (Meditest clinic) and staff at MP Shah hospital for the incredible care accorded to mum, Dr. Chacha for being her strong tower and praying with her even as you carried out your procedures, Sister Wambui, Mrs Mau, (fondly referred to as “Aunty porridge”), for your constant supply of porridge, Mrs. Nellius Kariuki for the constant supply of fresh farm produce, Mrs. Jane Kariuki, Mrs. Muriithi, Mrs, Njoroge, Mrs Kamau, Mrs. Gichaga, Mr & Mrs Gitau, for your constant unwavering visits, Loresho worship team for singing and praying with mum, Loresho community church as a whole, Golden ladies and Circle of Hope, Women’s Guild Community, led by Esther Macharia — Amazing women of God we thank-you, Aunty Njeri (Mum’s sister and Aunty Kui (mums’ sister in law, ) mum’s close friends who kept her amused with shared experiences, Sonny’s ‘boys ‘ who were always there protecting us, all our friends and relatives who stood by us and comforted us and last but not least, to our awesome brother Keguro, who selflessly gave of himself to mum to ensure that she was always well taken care of and given the best comfort possible — we thank-you. God bless you all abundantly.

It is only in the harsh times that we really know what true love is.

Fare thee well Mum, we will see you on the other side.

Proverbs 23: 10-11 – Do not move an ancient boundary stone or encroach on the fields of the fatherless, for their Redeemer is strong; He will take up their case against you.

Appreciation

I, Benard Raphael Ojiambo & Family and the entire family of the late mama Phyllis Amanya Ojiambo wish to express our sincere and deep gratitude to all those who stood with and supported us in many thoughtful ways during our mothers hospitalization, funeral arrangements and subsequent burial. To our many relatives and friends who visited mum in hospital, prayed with her and brought cheer to her, we are truly grateful, you made her feel loved right up to the end. Many of you supported us in countless special ways in days following mums demise, you prayed for Us, visited, made phone calls, sent messages and gave off your finances generously. Thank you for standing with us.

Our gratitude also goes to the following: Dr. Andrew Nginda of Vihiga referral Hosipital, Doctors at Jumuia Friends Hosipital —Kaimosi, Mombasa Hospital, Consultant Physician/Nephrologist, Dr. Rishard, Consultant Gastroenterologist, Dr. Firoze for providing the medical care she needed during hospitalization. Chaplain Missions to Seamen, Vicar Incharge Neyayo Parish- Rev. Khahubi for performing the final rites at her home. Aunty Melisa Elseba Dragu for standing with Mom till her demise. Members of funeral Planning Committees for your invaluable support with logistical support both in Mombasa and Samia chaired by Godfrey Odinga and John Oduori, respectively. Staff at Transec Ltd, Seaforth Shipping Ltd, Seatrade Agencies ltd, Skylux Sports Pub & Grill Ltd for providing PA, and sound system, Broadway Apartment ltd where all the funeral Arrangements were held.

God bless you all for the overwhelming support.

 You fought a good fight , you have finished the race, you kept the faith, henceforth there is laid up for you the crown of tighteousness-2 Timothy 4:7