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Zachariah Maleche

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25th November, 1942 – 27th July, 2017

We, the family of the Late Zachariah Maleche and the Late Rose Adera Oyatsi Maleche express our gratitude to the Almighty God for blessing us with loving and caring parents, father, husband, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, mentor and for blessing us with the strength and peace during this difficult time.

We wish to convey our sincere gratitude to everyone who stood with us during the illness and demise of our beloved Father. Words cannot express our appreciation in depth for the love and care, the generous spiritual, financial and material sacrifices from Family, Friends, Neighbours, Colleagues, both Churches and Funeral Organizing Committees in Nairobi and Kakamega and all who played a role during the hospitalization and funeral process.

We wish to particularly acknowledge the Planner’s Profession through Mr. Augustine Masinde Director of Physical Planning Ministry of Lands & Physical Planning, Dr. Lawrence Esho Chairman of Kenya Institute of Planners and Mr. Mairura Omwenga Chairman of Architectural Association of Kenya (Town Planning Chapter).We are forever indebted for your overwhelming kindness and immeasurable support.

We express special gratitude to the School of The Built Environment, UoN through the Dean Prof. Robert Rukwaro, Heads of Department, Department of Urban and Regional Planning Staff and Students through the Chairman Dr. Isaac Mwangi, all Staff and Students at A.D.D Building. The memories, deep sympathy and support will always be remembered.

We thank Dr.J.Amugada, Dr. F. Okoth, Dr. R. Baraza, Dr. D. Oyatsi, Dr. J. Maleche, Prof. E. Obimbo, Nairobi Hospital staff specially at St George and St Lukes Ward, Mrs.M. Mbijiwe and Mr. B. Bundi for your tireless input during our beloved Father’s hospitalization.

Although we may not be able to mention everybody who played a role, we humbly request that you accept this message as our heartfelt appreciation to each one of you for your support.

May God Bless You All Mightily!

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Catherine Syombua Kimoli

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In Loving Memory – 1st Anniversary

 15th May 1975 – 16th Sept 20 16

A year has passed yet it seems like only 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 Gods 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 of our hearts it all made a difference and lightened the load. We would like to specially mention the Nairobi & Kitui Medical & burial Committee teams headed by Mr. Manasses Sumbi & Lemmy Mulwa (Nairobi Team) & Hon. Daniel Ngoima Kimanzi & Stephen K. Mutia (Kitui Team), church and ministers from AIC Plainsview – Nairobi & AIC Isovya — Kitui & H.E Former Kitui County Governor Dr. Julius Malombe.

Dearly missed by your loving husband (Gibson K. Mutua), children (Kristian Mutua & O’neil Mutia), Mother-in-law, father -in-law, sisters -in-law, brothers-in-law, all relatives and friends.

“Those we love don’t go away; they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and forever dear! 

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Veronica Wairimu Mbuthia (Wa Mugweru)

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Appreciation

Sunrise 1928- Sunset 2017

The family of the late Veronica Wairimu Mbuthia (Wa Mugweru) wish to convey their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who stood with us during her illness and passing away. We wish to express our profound appreciation for the prayers, messages of support, attendance and sympathy received through personal visits, calls and texts.

We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to the staff of Nazareth Hospital, St Consolata Catholic Church, Kiria-ini, the Catholic Women’s Association (CVVA), the Nation Media Group, Machakos Governor Dr Alfred Mutua and Indian Ocean Tuna Ltd (Thai Union) of the Seychelles for their role.

Our gratitude also goes to the organising committee members who sacrificed to ensure everything went according to plan; special mention goes to Prof Frederick lraki for his steadfast commitment.

To all those who in one way or the other assisted in’condoling with us, words indeed cannot express enough how we feel for the expression of love and compassion during this difficult time.

May the Almighty God bless you all.

Isaiah 57:2 Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death.

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Albanus Makau Ngumi

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Appreciation

16/10/1965 – 16/6/2017

We the family of Margaret M. Ngumi, mother of the late Albanus Makau Ngumi would like to thank all family, friends and neighbours for all the kind expressions of sympathy, donations, prayers, kind words,, hugs and precious time received during their sad bereavement and financial constraints.

Sincere thanks to Kilimambogo Catholic mission with father Johnson for spiritual guidance. Gratitude and thanks go to Dr. Edison, Dr. Ayuga and Mercy Kariuki for long medical care. Thank you to the MMP Team, the staff and the pupils of Thika Barracks, Madaraka Primary School and other teachers in Thika area. Gratitude to former pupils of Madaraka Primary School especially Lydia Mwanzia &family, Ivy Aziz and her team, the Alliance Girls High School class of 1976-1981, Kilimambogo Primary School Alumnae, for their great financial help. The MCs Mwalimu Dominic Chege, Patrick Muchiri, the organizing committee led by madam Waithira Mwangi.

Last but not least, the Delmonte Company  office led by Mr.Simon Bunyasi and the Mlaguguni/Ndula Youth with Duncan Gitonga for clearing and grading the road. Thank you very much, may God bless you all.

A memorial mass will be held on September 16th 2017 at the Mothers House at 12:00-13:00.

“My spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart, He is mine forever.” Psalms 73:26

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Dr. Solomon Kahinga Wanguru

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31st Dec 1939 – 11th Sept 2016

A year has passed yet it seems like only yesterday. Our memories of you have not faded but instead become stronger and more colorful 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 from the depth of our hearts it all made a difference and lightened the load. We would like to specially mention Church and Ministers Rev. Michael Kimani PCEA Nakuru East, Rev. Waweru (ACK St Lukes Kenyatta), Nairobi Chapel Mwangaza E-group and Golf Course I CITAM Safari Group, Nakuru County Government (2013-2017): H. E Kinuthia Mbugua (Governor), Mr Motari (County Secretary, Mr. Sigel (Chief Officer), Eng Maina (CeC Roads), Mr Mike Gitone (Chief of Protocol and M. C of the day), M.r Stephen Kuria, (MCA Biashara Ward), Rift Valley Regional Co-ordinator Esq Wanyama Musiambo, County Commissioner Esq. Joshua Nkanatha, Deputy County Commissioner Nakuru Ease Mr. Omar Beja, Deputy County Commissioner Nyeri Central Mr. Thomas Sankei, Assistant County Commissioner Ms Catherine Njoroge. District Peace Committees, National Steering Committee on Peace Building, NCIC, Rift Valley Council of Elders. Doctors: Prof Mungai, Dr. Gachoiro, Dr. Gogo, Mrs. Maina and Dr. Maina, (Nakuru Nursing Home) Friends and colleagues: KMTC staff and students, MSF & AFYA SACCO, Radiation Protection Board, jimmy Muchina, Golf Course I Estate. Thank you family members far and near, Carole Ruoro, Martha Njeri and Angela Ng’ang’a we appreciate you.

A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken (Ecc 4:12)

God, family and friends are our three strand cord and therefore we cannot be defeated .

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Ambassador Dr. Bethuel A. Kiplagat

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Appreciation

We, the Family of Ambassador Dr. Bethuel A. Kiplagat wish to express our deep and sincere gratitude to everyone who stood with us during his illness and passing away. We simply cannot thank you enough for your spiritual, emotional, financial and material support during these most difficult of times.

We would like to thank all those who sent us such wonderful tributes and condolence messages, all those who visited us at home and those who worked tirelessly to ensure that we gave Ambassador Kiplagat an amazing and fitting memorial service and funeral, which celebrated his life and legacy.

We would like to extend our special thanks to The Government of Kenya, in particular the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade led by Cabinet Secretary Ambassador Dr. Amina Mohamed. We cannot thank you enough. May God bless you abundantly for all the very special and great support you provided Ambassador Kiplagat and our family from the onset of his diagnosis.

We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the Anglican Church of Kenya led by His Grace the Archbishop Dr. Jackson Ole Sapit, the Bishop of Nairobi the Right Reverend Joel Waweru, the Bishop of Kapsabet the Right Reverend Paul Korir, the Bishop of Eldoret the Right Reverend Dr. Christopher Ruto and the Vicar of St. Marks Church Westlands the Venerable Canon Jane Mwangangi and the Reverend Tenai of the Parish of Mosop East (Mosoriot). We would also like to thank the Reverend Philip Owuor, Chaplain who visited Ambassador Kiplagat regularly as well as the Ladies Fellowship of St. Marks church Westlands and the Kenya Girl Guides Association for their very special support, encouragement and prayers. We would also like to thank Dr. Jeilan, Dr. Silverstein, Professor Linch, Dr. Muhindi, Dr. Kahuho, Dr. Waweru, Dr. Kahugu as well as the Nursing teams at the University College Hospital London, at the Aga Khan University Hospital and at the Nairobi Hospital North Wing. You did everything to provide the very best care to Ambassador Kiplagat.

To each and every one who condoled with us during this difficult time and for whatever part you contributed, please accept this humble expression of our sincere gratitude and deep appreciation. God Bless each one of you abundantly.

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Madam Rachael Namikoye Mulati

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1st Anniversary

One year ago you left us to be with the I Lord, not a day passes that you don’t cross our minds. Your life was a blessing to us all, the gap you left cannot be filled. We will always fondly cherish your love, sacrifice, kindness, guidance, caring & forgiving virtues.

Greatly missed by your dear husband Mark, son Isaac & daughter Grace, dear dad Mulati, siblings, relatives, colleagues & friends.

Special thanks to Lugulu Girls’ High School fraternity, Favour Church international Webuye, PEFATown Church Kakamega, & St.Peter’s Khaunga Secondary School for the support through the hard time.

`For we know that when this earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we will have an eternal house in heaven” 2 Corinthians 5:1

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Mrs.Theresa Barasa Masinde

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 Born 12 December 1937 – Rested: 19 August. 2017

Honourable Phillip J. W. Masinde and family would like to extend our sincere thanks and gratitude to all who stood with us during the demise of our wife, mother and grandmother. Your messages of sympathy,  words of comfort, physical presence, emotional and financial support and overwhelming generosity are truly appreciated.

We would like to sincerely thank the doctors who attended to mum over the past three years: Dr. Betty Musau, Dr Khan, Dr Kiarie, Dr Abwao, Dr Wanyoike, Dr Olang, Dr Otieno and Dr Baraza, the staff at the Nairobi Hospital and Lee Funeral Home.

Special thanks also to the funeral committees both in Nairobi and Busia who worked tirelessly and all those who were involved in one way or another in preparation for mum’s journey home. We are truly grateful.

As it is not possible to reach out to each one of you individually, please accept this message as a sign of our sincere gratitude and appreciation. We are truly humbled by the outpouring of love, support and thoughtfulness during this period of sadness.

From the bottom of our hearts we say Asanteni Sana and God bless you all.

Rest in peace mummy, till we meet again.

‘Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever- Pslams 23:6  

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Jane Wambui Irungu

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Appreciation

On behalf of my children and I, we wish to sincerely express my gratitude appreciation to my family, relatives, friends and well-wishers who stood by us during this untimely and sudden demise of my dear wife Jane. Your prayers, encouragements and counseling words have truly kept us strong.

Special thanks to Fr.Alfonso for the Mass before the funeral and thanksgiving Mass after the funeral, to Fr. Juliano for his encouraging words at our residence, to Fr. Kanja of Mariira parish assisted by Fr. Dominic (cousin) and Fr. Muraguri of Catholic University. Our appreciation also to the St. Anne Jumuiya Kahawa Sukari, C.M.A and entire church of St. Joseph Catholic Kahawa Sukari, Meka pillars Ltd, St.Ann Brothers Kahawa and Highchem Staff, Parliamentary Service Commission staff, Karatina County Fraternity, Nairobi School 2002 Old Boys, Kalimoni Catholic Church Juja and Pace Setters  group. Last but not least our appreciation to the funeral committee who sacrificed their time.

Though we may not be able to mention everybody who played a role, please accept this message as our appreciation.

Mr. John Baptista irungu.

May God bless you all.  

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Peter Opande

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Appreciation  

We, the family of the Late Peter Opande, wish to express our heartfelt gratitude, first and foremost to God for blessing us with Peter, and remaining faithful, merciful, and gracious throughout his life journey. We further wish to thank everyone including friends, relatives, neighbors, and even strangers who prayed for and with us, called, visited, or sent messages of comfort during our mourning period.

We remember and remain grateful to the many who visited with us in his farewell ceremony at his resting place in Kitale. We remain forever indebted to Dr. Mwongera and staff at Nairobi Hospital for their commitment in caring of our beloved Peter. We acknowledge and register our utmost appreciation to the funeral committees in Nairobi, Kitale, and Texas, and give special thanks to the leadership and membership of Nairobi Central SDA Church (Maxwell) Karengeta SDA Church (Karen) and Twiga SDA Church (Cherangany) for condoling with us duringiour most difficult time.

We also wish to convey our sincere appreciation to Hon. Mzee Simeon Nyachae and family, Hon. Dr. Fred Matiang’i, Peter’s former colleagues at EADB,ABN Amro Bank, & University of Nairobi, and indeed many souls who helped or participated in Peter’s final journey, in one way or another.

Words cannot express our overflowing gratitude for whatever part you contributed or role you played. Simply, Thank You!

May God bless each one of you abundantly.

May God rest Peter in eternal peace. Amen