APPRECIATION

We, the family of Veronica Aluoch Kowido wish to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to our friends, immediate and extended family members, colleagues, neighbours and well-wishers for the unwavering support extended to us as we grieved the loss of our beloved Veronica.

We were overwhelmed by your kindness and support through prayers. words of comfort and condolences, invaluable time and financial support during the challenging and sorrowful time of sickness and demise of our beloved mother, wife and grandmother.

We are immeasurably thankful for and acknowledge the great work done by the funeral committees in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu. We also appreciate the hard work, care and effort of the doctors, nurses and staff at Kakamega Orthopaedic Hospital led by Dr.Alushula, Avenue Hospital in Kisumu led by Dr Owiti, and Dr B.Wachira in Nairobi, who tirelessly did their best for our mum during her sickness.

We are thankful for the spiritual counsel and wonderful funeral service led by Fr. Konyach of St.Paul, the Dominican Laity led by Fr. Kevin and Fr. John the Baptist, Friends of Mill Hill led by Fr. Philip, the Kolping Family led by Fr. Karoli, St.Teresa’s Kibuye led by Fr. Stephen and Fr. Alfred Atemo of Katito Parish.

We have a special word of thanks to Bishop John Oballa of Ngong’ Diocese for his counsel, support and prayers and Dr Peter Sewe for his dedication, commitment and unwavering support during mums sickness and the difficult time of grieving her.

We would have wished to thank everyone who stood by us and supported us individually but since we are unable to do that, we humbly request that you accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deep appreciation and gratitude as you all made our burden lighter to bear.

May the Almighty God grant blessings and favour upon you all, Amen!

Appreciation

Felistus Gathoni Muriu (Wariara)

(1920-20 I 9)

We the family of Felistas Gathoni Muriu wish to express our utmost appreciation for the overwhelming support, messages of condolence, prayers and visits we received during the period following the sad loss of our Matriarch, Felistas.

Special thanks go to the community in Karatu, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Mutunguru, St. James Catholic Church, Karatu, the Parish Priest, Fr. Michael Komu, Prof. Fr. Lawrence Njoroge, Fr. Moses Kamau Kago, Fr. David Njuguna, Fr Malcolm “Njoroge“ and the Don Orione Missionary Fathers for their home visits, celebrating the Requiem Mass and burial service.

We wish to express our gratitude to the Nairobi funeral arrangement committee chaired by Phillip Wanjema Kago together with members including Timothy Chege, Fr. Michael Kamau, Eng. Francis Murigi wa Kimani, John Thuku, Francis Kago, the nuclear family members, as well as all those who attended the prayer and eulogy meetings at St. Paul’s University Chapel.

We especially recognize H.E. Dr James Nyoro, Kiambu County Deputy Governor & Mr David Karanja for their goodwill and support.

We also cannot forget the Karatu funeral committee chaired by Paul Mwea for their tireless work in making preparations for our matriarch’s farewell, the staff at Primecare Health Services and Hills Converters for their secretariat and printing services respectively, and the Kenyatta University Mortuary for the care and attentive service accorded to the family.

To all our relatives and friends who left their busy lives to travel from as far as America, Europe, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda and even closer home from Kwale, Nanyuki, Nakuru and Nairobi to comfort and support us during this trying time, Asanteni Sana.

It would be impossible to mention each and every one of you by name, but please accept our most sincere and heartfelt appreciation for your presence, prayers and participation.

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

Appreciation

We, the family of the late Geertje Wakuraya Wanjohi, wish to convey our sincere gratitude for the overwhelming support extended to us through prayers, words of comfort and encouragement, presence and financial support during the challenging and sorrowful time of sickness, demise and sendoff of our dear wife, mum, cuucu, sister, in-law and friend.

We appreciate the great care accorded to Wakuraya by doctors, nurses and support staff at Mater Misericordiae and Meridian Equator Hospitals, as well as by the caregivers at home. Special thanks go to the funeral organising committee in Nairobi under the auspices of United Kenya Club and one at Kiriko; priests who concelebrated Mass at St. Paul’s University Chapel led by Fr. Innocent Mayanga, who, with Fr. Peter Kaigwa, also concelebrated Mass at Kiriko led by Fr. Patrick Wainaina of Christ The King Kiangai Parish; St. Paul’s choir, International Ecumenical Movement-Kenya (IEMK), Quiet Day Prayer Group, Community Action on Security and Environment (CASE) and St. Paul’s Prayer Group.

While we would have wished to individually thank everyone who assisted us, we humbly request that you accept this acknowledgement as a sincere expression of our most heartfelt gratitude.

Expression of Gratitude

We, the family of Judge Lee Gacuiga Muthoga, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to all who tirelessly offered their prayers, messages of condolence, time & support. Your generosity and commitment were invaluable in enabling us to have a fitting interment.

We were greatly humbled by the spiritual guidance and fellowship provided by various clergy at PCEA St Andrews and Munyange parishes, Elders David Kihuna & Samuel Karania of District 26 and PCEA Kileleshwa respectively. Special thanks to Rev. Dorcas Kamau of St Andrews and Rev. Wilson Mama of Munyange parish who together conducted the interment in Munyange.

Special acknowledgements and gratitude to members of the Nairobi & Nyeri organising committees led by Engineer Kahoro and Mr. Stephen Kureja Wangombe respectively, for their great work in coordinating both committees.

We further express our sincere appreciation to all doctors and medical teams in Nairobi & India that attended to Charity during her illness, The management and staff of Melchizedek Hospital, Pathway International, New Song Praise Team, Homecare Fellowship, The Munyaka Fellowship, Members of District 26 & PCEA Kileleshwa Congregation and all Family & Friends that accorded us financial and material support during her illness and eventual promotion to glory.

Kindly accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our sincere appreciation to all who walked and continue to walk this journey with us. May the Lord bless you all.