We, the family of the late Michael Mugoh Gatimu wish to express our deep gratitude to friends, former colleagues, the Christian fraternity and all others who stood with us during this difficult time.

Special thanks go to His Excellency Hon, Uhuru Kenyatta, CGH, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces for condoling with our family, extending words of sympathy, and providing tremendous support during the time of bereavement We are indeed truly grateful.

We also wish to recognize the great effort made by the funeral organizing committee led by Mr. Daniel Njaibu, assisted by Dr. Steve Mugo, Mrs. Leah Muchiri, Eng. Gift Kinuthia and Mr. Mark Mulatya whose efforts were instrumental during preparation for both the memorial and funeral of our beloved Michael.

Special thanks also go to the National Treasury PS and the Accountants’ fraternity through the Accountant General’s Office led by Mr. Bernard Ndungu for condoling with the family through kind words and financial support shared during the period. Kindly accept our gratitude.

To all Mzee’s friends your presence, support and stories of Michael greatly uplifted the family spirits during this trying time, God bless You all. Our family also thanks the Kileleshwa Community Covenant Church, Rev Joshua Karani and his Church – Faith Reformed Baptist Church – for providing spiritual nourishment as well as conducting both the memorial and funeral services of the late Michael. To the Kileleshwa neighbourhood for standing with us through prayers and their participation during the difficult period, we thank you.

The family also wishes to acknowledge and appreciate the efforts of the medical team led by Dr. Njoki Njiraini who attended to Michael during his illness. We further wish to recognize the support of the larger Gatimu Family, all our friends and well-wishers, through you all we actualized the celebration of Michael’s life. You provided kind and encouraging words, prayers, material and financial support during Michael’s illness and final send-off. We sincerely thank you all and pray for God’s blessings upon you.

Michael Clung to the Old Rugged Cross, that He will exchange someday for His Crown.

May God Bless You All.

Appreciation

We, the family of Charles Muoki Kasinga, are very grateful for the overwhelming love and support we received through our bereavement. We wish to convey our sincere appreciation for all the support, tributes, and financial contributions from family and friends in the US and Kenya.

Many thanks as well to all those who joined us at the memorial service to celebrate Charles’s life.

We highly appreciate all the doctors and medical staff who worked tirelessly for many years through the many turns of his complicated illness.

Special thanks to Pastor John Morgan and Sagemont Church that nurtured and prepared Charles for everlasting life. We thank God the Almighty for Charles’s life and the impact and memories he left behind.

“God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.” Hebrews 6:10 NIV

Appreciation

1930 — 10th August 2021

We the family of the late Grace Wanjiru Kahira, wish to extend our deepest gratitude to all who supported us following her sudden demise.

Our appreciation goes out to the Moderator, Elders, the Woman’s Guild and the Congregation of PCEA Nkoroi Church who took time to be with us, led several fellowships at our Oloika Matasia home and also led the funeral service. In addition, we are very grateful for the support we received from the Congregations of PCEA Evergreen Runda, PCEA Happy Valley Thika, PCEA Kandisi Rongai, PCEA Toll Ruiru and PCEA Ruaka.

We sincerely thank the doctors and nurses of Aga Khan University Hospital and The Nairobi Hospital where the late Grace received treatment. We also appreciate Utunzaji Nursing who attended to her while she was recuperating at home.

We appreciate the many groups that visited us physically or sent us messages of comfort, notably our neighbours at Oloika Matasia; Oloika Welfare Group; our relatives; our friends; Directors, Management and staff of Galana Oil Kenya Ltd; Directors, Management and staff of Directline Assurance Co. Ltd; and the numerous social and fellowship groups who rallied around us.

Finally, we are very grateful to the Organizing Committees in Nairobi and Oloika Matasia for so ably organizing the funeral.

To you all, we remain eternally indebted for your love and compassion.

“Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.’ Psalm 23:6

Appreciation

We, the family of the Late Lynette Rose Bwire, wish to express our profound gratitude and appreciation to the Almighty God for the gift of her life. We are most grateful to have been beneficiaries of her unwavering love, enthusiastic support and invaluable guidance for many years.

We express our deep gratitude to the medical teams at The Nairobi Hospital and Fortis Hospital, New Delhi for the exceptional care given to our mum. We are indebted to the Funeral organising committee’s, both in Nairobi and Sarnia, for the efficient mobilisation of support and the smooth facilitation of the entire program.

Sincere thanks to the Clergy and Parish of St. Francis Church-Karen and ACK Church- Mukonjo for their comforting prayers and spiritual nourishment in this – – darkest moment. We extend our appreciation to the Mothers’ Union and Bible Fellowship Groups for the continued prayers and encouragement in this journey.

We gratefully acknowledge the expression of support received from ICRISAT, Hass Scientific & Medical Supplies Ltd, Nswambo Women’s Group, Relatives, Friends, Neighbours and all wellwishers. We are deeply grateful to Busia County leadership and the various other leaders who took time to encourage and condole with the family.

As we might not be able to thank each and every one of you individually, kindly accept this message as our token of gratitude and love for standing by us throughout the very difficult period. May the Lord reach out to you all and bless you and your families abundantly.

Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

Appreciation

We, the siblings, nieces, nephews, and grandchildren, of the late Samuel Mirie Gachathi, wholeheartedly thank all those who walked the journey with us after the sudden demise of our loved one on 2nd July 2021.

We would particularly like to thank all our families including the Nyakinyori and Mirie families for their unending love, Mirie’s friends and friends of the family for their unwavering support, the Viraka Group for showing us the essence of true friendship, the Funeral Committee and the supporting team in Kiambaa for giving of their time and resources to give Mirie a wonderful send off, Karura Community Chapel, Nairobi Chapel and St. Marks Church Westlands for their continuous spiritual guidance.

Mirie has left a legacy of love, dedication, generosity, humility, and service, faithfully and carefully nurtured over his 56 years of life. As a family, we remember Mirie with great love and fondness. We thank GOD for the time that He gave us with him and the impact that Mirie had on all those that he came across. We thank you for being part of Mirie’s story and for standing with us in our hour of need.

From GOD we come and to GOD we return. Through every season, GOD remains faithful and true.