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Robert Macharia Muthama

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Sunrise: 23rd Sept. 1937 – Sunset: 13th Sept. 2017

The family of the late Mzee Robert Macharia Muthama (Proprietor of Robert Muthama & Co, Ltd) wish to express our appreciation for your kind thoughts and expressions of sympathy during this difficult period. Your support in his honor touched and blessed us deeply. We could not have done it alone.

Of great comfort during our sorrow were the expressions of sympathy conveyed to us in many ways, all the work you all put in diligently and tirelessly to ensure Mzee had an amazing memorial service and a decent send off. We appreciate all your thoughtfulness and thank you most sincerely.

Our special thanks go to Father Joseph Kamau Bosco of Holy Family Parish, Utawala, Reverend Henry Kissinger Orumoi and the entire St. John Apostles Rongai Clergy and all the clergy from various denominations who offered prayers, spiritual counsel and services at the funeral. Your guidance is so appreciated.

We truly appreciate the funeral organizing committee chaired by Mr. Paul Njau in Nairobi who patiently assisted us to seamlessly have a good send off for Mzee Robert.

To our relatives, your prayers, encouragement and continued support was greatly appreciated and welcomed in this time of need. We do not forget those who gave their time and energy in any way to help us through this hard time.

Special thanks to our USA family of friends and relatives for their support during this journey. You are a true family.

To our friends, who gave their unequivocal support, we cannot name you all, no words can express the deep appreciation we felt during this journey. You are true friends.

To each one of you who gave generously. Your contributions were of tremendous help. May God bless you all abundantly.

Mzee Robert’s legacy is etched into the minds of all of us and for that, we thank you all.

AMEN

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Christopher Omukhango Eshikati

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1st Anniversary

 1/1/1963 – 11/10/2016

A year has passed yet seems like yesterday, the vacant gap you left cannot be filled. We will always fondly cherish your love, sacrifice, kindness, guidance, caring and forgiving virtues. Our memories of you have not faded but instead become stronger and more colourful due to God’s continued grace upon our lives. You are missed in ways that cannot be told but we are grateful for the time we shared in your life.

We remember the many who visited, called, prayed, assisted financially, provided much needed counsel, made tea or just held our hands and lent a shoulder. Asante sana from the depth our hearts it all made a difference and lightened the load. We will like to specially mention both Nairobi and Ebusikhale funeral/ burial committee headed by Mr. Darlington Otiato and Mr. Tom Ocholla, Both Kaloleni and Epang’a Church of God, Staff & Management of the Kenya Power and lighting Company, Jamaa Hospital, Motezuma Monelissa Mortuary, Vihiga County government and the security team.

Dearly missed by your lovely wife (Rose Omukhango), Children (Margaret, Richard & Linet), your Mother & Mother-in-law (Linet Eyahonga & Floridah Mahali), Brothers, Sisters, Nephews/nieces, all relatives and friends.

There will be a memorial service on Saturday 14th October, 2017 at 10.00 A.M at his home Ebusikhale Epang’a Luanda Sub County of Vihiga County.

“Those we love don’t go away: they walk beside us every day unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, missed for ever dear”

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Christopher Msando

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Appreciation

We the family of the late Christopher Chege Msando wish to express our heartfelt and sincere gratitude for the unreserved support you gave to us spiritually, emotionally, financially, and materially during this period of difficult time. Your support in his honor touched and blessed us deeply- we couldn’t do it alone.

We extend a word of thank you to those who gave great tributes and condolence messages both in Nairobi and at home in Lifunga Kobiero: your wonderful and kind words lifted our spirits. We are grateful to those who worked diligently and tirelessly to ensure that the late Chris Msando had an amazing memorial service, decent send off and a legacy behind. We give special thanks to IEBC, NACC, KRA, Consolata Shrine Catholic Church Nairobi, Archdiocese of Kisumu (led by Bishop Zacchaeus Okoth) and all other denominations who offered prayers. Kapaka and Kisima group of friends and former college mates in Australia.

We truly appreciate the committee in Nairobi and Lifunga Kobiero who patiently assisted us to seamlessly have a good send off for Chris. To our relatives and friends, your prayers, encouragement and continued support was greatly appreciated and welcomed in timeof need.  We do not forget those who gave their time and energy in any way to help us through this hard time as eventful as possible.

Lastly, to our friends who gave their unequivocal support, no words can express the deep appreciation we felt during this journey. To each one of you who gave generously, the legacy of Mr. Chris Msando will forever be grateful and wish you all Gods Blessings and Favor.

Kindly accept our humble message of appreciation and thank you.

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Teacher Esther Gaceke Thinwa

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Appreciation

We, the family of Teacher Esther Gaceke Thinwa, wish to express our heartfelt and sincere gratitude to the Almighty God for the life of our remarkable and loving mum, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, auntie and friend. She was truly a blessing to many. We wish to express our deep appreciation for the prayers, words of comfort, love, physical presence, time, encouragement, financial & emotional support from our family, relatives, neighbours and well wishers who stood by us during the difficult time of hospitalization, demise and final send off of our Beloved Mum.

We also thank Dr Githegi, Dr Brenda , Dr Ngugi, Dr Wala, Dr. Kiarie and all the doctors and nurses who took care of mum during her hospitalization while at The Aga Khan Hospital and Avenue Hospital.

To the clergy led by Bishop Musili of Around the Globe Deliverance Church, Pastor Rev. John Njogu of Full Gospel Church Lusoi, Rev. Githaiga of Baptist Church, and all Lusoi Christians, we thank you immensely for your spiritual nourishment and support that kept us going.

We extend our special gratitude to Hon. Dr. Wahome Gakuru – Governor Nyeri County, Hon. Mutahi Kahiga — Deputy Governor- Nyeri County, Hon. Kanini Kega – MP Nyeri, All Board, Staff and Management of KWFT & Kenya Women Holding, Alpha Commercial Bank- Sudan, Mwavuli Group, Vintage Concepts, Nation Media Group, Royal Media Services, AAR, Bush blazers, Detail masters, Dash Marketing, Co-operative Bank of Kenya, Liberty Insurance, Agricultural Society of Kenya, Nyeri Junior School, and the Nanyuki Business Community.

Last but not least, we acknowledge and appreciate the organizing committees both in Nairobi and Lusoi, led by Mr Anthony Chege, who worked tirelessly and with dedication to ensure that our Beloved mum had a befitting and wonderful send off.

At large, we thank everyone who prayed, visited and supported us in any way. Please accept this heartfelt expression of our appreciation as a family.

May God Bless You All.  

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Regina Mweru Njuku (Mama Ng’ang’a)

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1st Anniversary

A year ago on 6th October 2016, you, our extended family, friends, neighbours, the St. Joseph Muguga Catholic Church fartenity and Gikomba community stood with us during the loss of our Mother. We, the family of Godfrey R Njuku wish to convey our sincere and heartfelt gratitude for your prayers, consolation and support during that difficult time. You made Mum’s farewell more bearable.

Mom, the last one year without you has just reminded us of the many things you did for us, your heart ever so true and full of cheer. You were the one person we could always count on.

With love in our heart, we know we shall walk with you forever.

Still dearly Loved. Still Missed. Your husband, children and grand children.

John 14:27  

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Mwalimu Samuel Ng’ang’a Karenge

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1st Anniversary

Dad, last year seems like yesterday. Every day, we miss you anew; the pain never seems to go away. Our hearts ache in sadness, tears flow when we think about you. However, every day, we are quickly reassured and consoled that your eternal dream and daily prayer was fulfilled, seeing God face to face, and watching over us from up yonder. You left us fond memories and your love and principles continue to guide us.

Dearly missed by your loving wife Colletta Njoki, cherished by your daughters and sons, Elizabeth & Joseph, Karenge & Elizabeth,Anne & Wachira, Joseph & Esther, Paul & Irene & Luke; grandchildren and fondly remembered by your family, friends and relatives. We thank the Almighty God for the time he allowed us to share with you. The loss is immeasurable but so is the love you left us with; deep in our hearts you will stay loved and missed beyond measure. To be absent in the body is to be present with GOD. Our hearts are full of gratitude, for the family, friends and relatives who stood with us. Your sacrifice and generosity in deed and in prayer will never be forgotten and cannot be repaid. We can only thank God for you.

We also appreciate the lead Doctor, Dr. Christopher Kyalo Musau and his team of Doctors, Mater Hospital, Fr. Kizito Mochere, Fr. John Ndwiga, Fr. Jackson Karumo & Fr. George Wambua, NHIF, APA Insurance, Nairobi and the USA, Virginia, Alexandria funeral & fund raising Committees. Holy Masses are being celebrated in various Parishes; kindly join us in praying for him.

Dad, your life was such a blessing, we will miss you forever. Until we meet again. Uromama kwega kuraga.  

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Mrs Mary Wangechi Ndung’u (Mariamu)

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Appreciation

The family of the Late Mary Wangechi Ndung’u (Mariamu) express our gratitude to the Almighty God for the blessing of her life.

Our heartfelt appreciation goes to all those who stood with us immediately after her sudden demise, through to the funeral ceremony and thereafter. You did this through your prayers, kind thoughts, words of encouragement, acts of kindness, physical presence and financial support. Your support in her honour touched and blessed us deeply. We know we couldn’t have done this alone.

We convey our humble appreciation to H.E President Uhuru Kenyatta, H.E Deputy President William Ruto, Speaker of the National Assembly-Hon Justin Muturi, Cabinet Secretaries, Permanent Secretaries, other National Government officials at all levels, Governor Amb. Samuel Wamathai, Governor Dr. Wahome Gakuru, Governor Joshua lrungu, Senator Mutahi Kagwe, Senator Ephraim Maina, several current and former Members of Parliament among other dignitaries for their presence and generous support.

A very special appreciation goes to the Moderator of the General Assembly of The Presbyterian Church of East Africa, Rt. Rev. Julius Mwamba and the Presbyterian Church fraternity, led by St. Andrews Church-Nairobi, PCEA Giakanja Parish, PCEAWandumbi Parish, Kagwathi PCEA Church, Nyari PCEA Church, Evergreen PCEA Church among others.

We are also indebted to the clergy from other churches who walked with us, including but not limited to Bishop David Mureithi of House of Grace and clergy of AIPCA Thika Church. We thank everyone who gave great tributes and condolence messages: your wonderful memories of her and kind words helped lift our spirits. We are grateful to the funeral organizing committees both in Nairobi and Nyeri and all those who worked diligently to ensure that our mum had amazing memorial services and funeral ceremony celebrating her impactful life and legacy.

Since it is not possible to mention every person who played a role, we humbly request that you accept this message as our heartfelt appreciation to each one of you. May the Almighty God justly reward all of you for extending your love to us during our difficult time.

……that whoever believes in Him shall have Eternal Life (John 3:16)  

 

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Wilson Thomas Ngatia Karungaru

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We , the family of the late Governor Nderitu Gachagua & the late Mzee Geoffrey Karungaru wish to express our sincere and heartfelt appreciation for your prayers, presence, moral and material support as well as kind messages as we mourned & laid to rest little angel Willie.

We are indeed very grateful to all our friends, relatives & especially to our relatives from Kitale and well wishers for the overwhelming support provided during this so very trying time when Darling little Willie was attacked & mauled to death by dogs. Words cannot adequately express our appreciation. Shukrani tele kwenyu wote!

Special thanks go to the staff of ICU Outspan Hospital-Nyeri & to Dr. Mbuthia in particular, who tried their best to resuscitate him but God had other plans. We would also wish to thank Her Excellency Mama Margaret Kenyatta, the County Government of Nyeri lead by the Governor & Deputy Governor, the spouses of Governors lead by H.E Jane Wairia, the spouses of members of parliament (nalsa) led by Mrs Jackie Kiaraho, Maendeleo ya Wanawake led by the Chair Rahab Mwikali.

The OCPD Nyeri Central, the scenes of crime inspector & all the police officers who responded very promptly. Special thanks to the boda boda riders outside Nyeri Technical who were the first to respond to our call for help, to Dedan Kimathi University students led by Sarah Machio, Nyeri youth leaders led by Oswago, Karatina stage youths led by Wabechu, all Karatina women led by Jane (nyina wa njihia) Muchiru wumani na atumia a Cheru na Mathira o hadu ya ruuma. Special thanks to all the late Governor’s friends led by Mwai Mathenge and Hon. Mwangi Kiunjuri for being friends in deed. “Ngai amwonekanire inyuothe ni wendo wanyu mungi”.

Our heartfelt gratitude to St. Cuthbert-Nyeri and Kiamwangi PCEA churches who were by our side from the first day to the final day, to Rev. Lucy PCEA Imani, Rev. Mwikumi, Rev. Muturi, Bishop Paul Wanjohi and Rev. Eva of New Life Ministries, Bishop William & Bishop Wachira of Victor’s Chapel, Pastor David Bawks and Rev Sijenyi Nairobi Chapel-Karen, to the many elders from Magutu Hiriga, ‘dad, St. Andrews and KiaNjogu PCEA Churches who joined us ,” God bless you all.’

We sincerely thank the funeral committee lead by Baba Cedric and Kabethi Kanini. Last but by far not the least accept our very sincere gratitude to all who condoled with us and since we cannot mention all of you by name , we are deeply grateful and May God bless each one of you in a very special way.

“In all things and at all times To God Be The Glory”.

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Teresa Achieng Achapa

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Appreciation

We the family of the late Teresa Achieng Achapa wish to express our sincere Gratitude to all those who stood by us during this very difficult time.

We deeply appreciate and give thanks to each and every one of you for your love, kindness, prayers, messages of sympathy and material support. Very special thanks to Dr University Oberon for being there for Achieng in life and departure. God bless you daktari. Thanks also to the Directors and staffs of Siloam Hospital, St Leopards Hospital and Kericho Nursing Home. My colleagues and KMA Kericho. Teland Chemist and Aciakim Chemist. The clergy and Faith of ACK Holy Trinity Church Kericho, Holiness and Repentance church Kericho. The kimanis of USA and Moses Ambuka Family of Kericho. Last but not least the committee chaired by Mr Obiero and Mr Andrew Martin. Please accept this as personal and humble expression of our gratitude .

Rest in peace my dearest daughter.

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Gladys Wangechi Ng’arua

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Appreciation

We, the family of the late Gladys Wangechi Ngarua, give glory to God for His faithfulness and the blessings of a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Our special appreciation goes to Dr. Kiruhi, Dr. Kibe, Physiotherapist Muturi and nurses that have been treating and attending to mother’s needs in various hospitals such as Outspan, Mater, Nairobi and DM1. We wish to also appreciate Dr. Kinyua who has been seeing our mother at home.

Similarly, we are most grateful to Madam Wairimu, and her daughter, Njeri, who took care of our mother and showed her uncommon love. We also wish to thank the Woman’s Guild; P.C.E.A. Kaigonde Church; P.C.E.A. Bahati Martyrs’ Parish; P.C.E.A. Kasarani Parish; P.C.E.A. Kanderendu Church; Trinity Chapel—Ruiru, International Christian Centre; CITAM, and the Clergy for the great support and embrace of our burden in our moment of sorrow.

We are equally grateful to H.E. Mutahi Kahiga, Deputy Governor—Nyeri County, Dr Gideon Muriuki, and Hon. Ndirangu Waihenya for standing with us in our hour of need. For the many relatives, neighbours, friends, colleagues, Government representatives, service providers, workers and volunteers who steadfastly stood with us in prayer, visits, words of comfort-via phone calls and text messages-and financial support, please accept our heartfelt gratitude for coming out in your numbers.

Finally, we wish to give thanks to the funeral committees in Mungaria and Nairobi, which worked diligently to ensure that our mother received a most befitting farewell. Your love and thoughts touched our hearts in a special way and set us on the healing path in ways you may not know. May the Lords’ goodness and loving kindness follow you all the days of your lives.

Mother in God’s hands you rest, yet you will always be alive in our hearts. Amen.