Obituaries

Obituary Image of Dickson Matumbayi Sikulu

Dickson Matumbayi Sikulu

We regret to announce the untimely demise of Mr. Dickson Matumbayi Sikulu on October 13, 2020. Until his death, he was an Accountant at the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA).

Son of retired teacher and former trade unionist Stephen Sikulu Kisiang’ani and the late retired teacher Madam Esther Namarome Sikulu. Brother to Emily Sikulu, Catherine Sikulu, Charles Edward Sikulu, the late Martin Masindano Sikulu, the late David Solomon Sikulu, the late Jimmy Wamukota Sikulu, Paul Sikulu, Maggy Sikulu, Mathew Sikulu and Jerry Sikulu. Uncle to Oscar, Harriet, Ian, Joseph, Wesley, Michelle, Ramon, Remaliah, Lulu, Zuri, Rose and Vivian. Brother in-law to Protus Wabuyele, Stella Nyongesa, Anton Lord, and Julie. Cousin to many, including; Francis Wangusi, Solomon Nabiye, Tadayo Mauka, Diphus Mauka, Gladys Wabomba, Kianda Milimo, Ambrose Njasi, Jane Wasike, Patrick Simiyu and Dr. Ken Simiyu, among others.

Meetings and prayers are ongoing at his Nairobi home along Waiyaki Way, Westlands and the Malinda home in Bungoma County.

The cortege leaves the Lee Funeral Home on Friday, 23rd October 2020 at 7.30 a.m. The funeral service and burial will be held on Saturday, 24th October 2020 at the family’s Malinda home, Sirisia Location, Bungoma County, starting at 10.00am.

May the Almighty rest the soul of Dickson In eternal peace

Obituary Image of David Mutisya Nduto (Vilingi)

David Mutisya Nduto (Vilingi)

Sunrise: 1938 – Sunset : 12-10- 2020

It is with profound sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden passing on of David Mutisya Nduto (Vilingi).

Son of Nduto (Vilingi) Ngui and Anne Katee. Brother of Mary Kaveke Mutua, Elizabeth Mbuno Muoki, Renard Kaluku Nduto, Lydia WaYua Muli and Ruth Ndululu Kisuvi. Husband of the late Beatrice Wanzila and Josphine Mueni. Father of Francisca Ndinda (Mwala), Patrick Nduto (Nrb-Ruai), Scholastics Kanini (Nrb), Stanslous Kyalo- B/man (Matuu), Martin Mutisya B/man (Nrb), Agnes Katee-B/lady (Nrb), Angeline Wavinya (Nrb), Richard Munyao (Nrb), Joseph Mwongela (Nrb), Teresia Nduku (Tr. Kiwanza), Joseph Musau (Thika), Boniface Muli (Nrb), Mbete (Tala-KDO) and Onesmus Ngui (late). Brother-in-law to Sileta Syithi (Ithanga), late Musyoki Syithi (Ithanga) and Musyoka Mutwamua (Kabaa).

Friends and family are meeting at Ruai – Patrick Nduto’s home daily from 4pm and at Ukakaani village from 2pm daily.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home on 23rd October 2020 at 7.30am for burial at his home In Kimangu Ukakaanl village, Kithimani location, Yatta sub-County, Machakos.

2 Tim 4:7,”I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.”

Obituary Image of Daniel Gitahi Mathenge

Daniel Gitahi Mathenge

Sunrise: 17th July 1954 – Sunset : 17th October 2020  

It is with deep sorrow we announce the death of Daniel Gitahi Mathenge of Kahawa West Nairobi.

Husband to Lucy Njoki Gitahi, Children: Justine Wambui, Edwin Munyua, Miriam Wangechi and Phillip Njuguna. Children in-law Rose Mandela and Don Kinuthia

Son of the late Mathenge Kamaitha and Miriam Wangechi Mathenge. Son in-law to Phillip Kimuhu Karanja and the late Justina Wambui Kimuhu. Brother to The Late Eliaph Kamaitha, Eunice Wanjiru Gathungu, Julius Kiboi, Jackson Wanjohi, Loise Wangui Nderi, Mary Nyokabi, Esther Nyawira Maina, Jane Wothaya Njiri, Stephen Ndungu, Peter Gitahi, Joseph Ndiritu, The Late Eliud Gichuki, Charles Kamaitha, John Wambugu Nancy Wambui, Sarah Nyamachohi Nganga, Duncan Kamaitha, Grace Kirigo And Samuel Mbatia. Grandfather to Jason Mutua Mbugua, Michelle Muthoni Mbugua, Jayden Gitahi Munyua. Brother-In-Law, cousin, uncle to Many.

Funeral arrangement/prayers shall be held at PCEA Church, Kahawa West on Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 21st October 2020 at 6pm.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta National Hospital Farewell Home on Thursday 22nd October 2020 at 7am for the burial at his home in Ndugamano, Tetu, Nyeri County from 11am.

Obituary Image of Collins Nganga Njuguna

Collins Nganga Njuguna

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of our beloved Collins Ng’ang’a Njuguna of Technical University of Kenya-Civil Engineering (TUK).

Son of David Njuguna Wang’ang’a and Mrs Purity Wangari Njuguna of Olive Inn. Brother to Garnet Wambui of Pride Center, Nairobi. Grandson of Peter Kaiba and late Grace Wambui of Murunyu, Engashura and the late Zechariah Gacheru and Mary Wanuna of Kianganda, Othaya. Nephew of Kaiba, Bishop Kimani, Wanjiru, Wanja, late Muiruri, Njoroge, Gitau, Wamuyu, Irungu, Wambui, Wangechi, Wairimu, Wanjiku, Wacuka, Wanjiru among others. Cousin to Gathukia, Peter, Mwenjera, Naomi, Ken, Carol, Wambui, Njeri, Eric, Junior, Soni, Kevin, Mathenge among others.

Family and friends are meeting daily at his parent’s home at Olive Inn, Kiamunyi at 4.00pm.

The cortege will leave Nakuru War Memorial Mortuary on Friday 23rd October 2020 for a funeral service at Nakuru Show Ground. Burial site will be communicated later.

Obituary Image of Christina Wangeci Muchiri

Christina Wangeci Muchiri

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that the Muchiri family announces the demise of Christina Wangeci Muchiri after a short illness.

Beloved wife of the Late Muchiri Gakuru. Mother of John Kihara, Dr. Peter Maina, Charles Ndonga, Richard Mwangi, Veronica Maina, Jacinta Kareithi, Esteria Mutahi, Stephen Kariuki and Michael Nderitu.

Mother-in-law to Nancy, Mary, Zipporah, Millicent, Beatrice, Magdalene, the late Maina Ndung’u, Kareithi, Mutahi, Miriam and Grace. She is survived by several grandchildren and great-grand children.

The cortege leaves Outspan Funeral Home at 9:00 A.M for the final resting ceremony and burial at the family home in Karuthi Sub-location, Othaya Sub-county, Nyeri County on Saturday, 24th October 2020.

The LORD gives, and the LORD takes away. Blessed be the name of the LORD. Job 1:21  

Obituary Image of Beatrice Wangari Gakungu

Beatrice Wangari Gakungu

1918 – 18.10.2020

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on and transition thereof to higher glory of mum, grandmother and great-great grandmother Beatrice Wangari Gakungu (Nyina wa Muraguri) on 18.10.2020.

Wife of the late Gakungu Muraguri and co-wife of the late Susan Waiyego Gakungu. Daughter of late Muthoni and Mbagi Kirubi. Sister of Kirubi, Gathura, Kuria Mbagi,Wanjiru and Waruguru Kiiru (all late). Mother of Esther Wanjiku Njukia, Michael M. Gakungu Central Highlands Teas (Formerly-Gm-KariranaTea Estate), Simon Gathogo Gakungu, James Kirubi Gakungu (Elburgon), Nancy Muthoni Kihara, Alice Nyambura Ndugi, Jane Wanjiru Muraguri (U.S.A), Daniel Wanjie Gakungu, Charles Kariuki Gakungu (Walker Kontos/Director Gatunguru Tea Factory), Johnson Thuo Gakungu (Karaha) Mary Wanjiku Gakungu, Peter Mwai Gakungu (Fair Deal-Animal Feeds Ruai), Robert Macharia Gakungu (Fair Deal Animal Feeds-Ruai) and Lawrence Gachanja Gakungu. Grandmother, great grandmother and great, great grandmother of many.

Prayers and funeral arrangements meetings are being held at Nairobi Silvermine Hall along Accra Rd., James Kirubi’s home in Elburgon and her home in Kihoya, Kagema from 4.00pm daily.

Cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home-Kabati on Saturday 24.10.2020 at 7.30 a.m and thereafter for a burial service in Muranga County, Kangema Sub-county, Rwathia, Kihoya village starting at 11.00a.m.

Mum, grandmother and great great grandmother go thee well and rest with the angels. We also thank God for the 102 years you were with us.

Financial support to 0727 532122- Charles Gakungu.

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Arch. Patrick Maina

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Arch. Patrick Maina of Ministry of Public Works and housing, Nairobi.

Son of the late Hiram Gituthu and the late Monica Wambui. Husband to Mary Nyambura, dad to Monicah Wambui, Dan Gituthu and Victor Mukuha. Brother to James Mwangi, the late Richard Mushori, Rev. Jacinta Nyambura Thuku, the late Elizabeth Wanjiku Gitonga, Irene Warwathia Ndegwajane Muthoni, Joseph Irungu and Bernard Charagu.

Friends and family are gathering everyday at his home at Nasra Estate near Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital.

The cortege will leave Kenyatta University Funeral Home on Friday, 23/10/2020 at 8am for the burial ceremony in Muranga County, Gacharage-ini, Muthangari Village, Mathioya Sub-location.

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

Obituary Image of Ann Nyakinyua Ndirangu

Ann Nyakinyua Ndirangu

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Ann Nyakinyua Ndirangu that occurred on 16/10/2020.

Daughter of the late Ng’ang’a Kamithi and Lydia Wanjiru Ng’ang’a. Mother of Jackline Wangui and Edward Mutitu. Step Daughter of Susan Warima Ng’ang’a. Sister of Mrs.Elizabeth Gathua, Wilson Mwangi, the late Margaret Wacera, Mrs. Beatrice Nyokabi (USA) and Lucy Njoki (USA). Step sister of Ann Nyakinyua, Virginia Nyawira, Sammy Kamithi, Jacinta Wangechi, Joseph Nderitu, Jane Njeri, David Nderi, Lucy Wambui and Paul Githaiga (Palbina Travels). Sister-in-law of Antony Gathua (Elians), Rose Njeri (KPLC) and George Gitundu (USA). Grandmother of Faruk Juma Hussein and Trevor Ndirangu.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at their Mweiga Home and at Ibis Hotel Nyeri for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Nyeri Funeral Home (Outspan) on Friday 23/10/2020 at 8.00am for funeral service to be held at A.I.P.C.A Thimbara Amboni Church starting at 10.00 am and burial thereafter at their home Klguru Village, Mweiga, Nyeri County.

Obituary Image of Professor Mwangi Wa Githumo

Professor Mwangi Wa Githumo

November 16, 1939 – October 9, 2020

With deep sorrow, we regret to announce the passing away of Prof Mwangi Wa Githumo of Kamune Village, Kamacharia sub-location, Muranga County. Prof Wa Githumo passed away on Friday October 9, 2020 at the Nairobi Hospital.

Professor Mwangi Wa Githumo was the husband of Irene Wangeci Mwangi and father of Adora Mwangi, Andre Itote Mwangi and Lulu Mwangi Mupfumbu. He was the father-in-law to Alonzo Jones and Walter Tanyaradzwa Mupfumbu. He was grandfather to Zakia Jada Jones, Zoe Desiree Jones; Nakai Victoria Mupfumbu, Itai Alistair Mupfumbu. He was the son of the late Elizabeth Wacera Githumo and the late Githumo Ndungu He was the son-in-law of the late Ayub and Mrs Ndiang’ui of Aguthi location, Nyeri County. He was the brother of Simon Muturi Githumo and brother-in-law to Karen Eliamani and the late Andrew Gathemia, Ruth Shem, Reuben Theuri, Priscilla Wambaire, Jemima Kyale and Miriam Munyenye.

Professor Mwangi had an illustrious teaching career which saw him teach in the United States of America at the Montclair State University and in Kenya at the University of Nairobi and the University of Eastern Africa, Baraton.

In view of the need to observe health protocols as defined against COVID- 19, close friends and relatives are invited to participate in a rolling fundraising event at which they will be able to sign the condolence book. This will take place at the Old Sanctuary at Nairobi Central SDA Church between the hours of 3.30pm and 8.30pm on Thursday October 22, 2020. The main fundraising session will start at 5.30pm. The condolence book will thereafter be at the family residence.

A memorial service was conducted on Monday October 26, 2020 at the Nairobi Central SDA Church, Milimani Road.

The funeral for the late Professor Mwangi wa Githumo will take place at the Langata Cemetery on the rescheduled date of Thursday November 5, 2020. A service by the graveside will commence at 11.00am.

Expressions of solidarity to the family may be directed to the Prof Mwangi Fund via Safaricom Paybill number 7476843; account: Mwangi Wa Githumo Fund.

Enquiries can be addressed to Lisper Maigua at tel 0704 640827.

Obituary Image of Pauline Muthoni Nyamu

Pauline Muthoni Nyamu

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden demise of Pauline Muthoni Nyamu, an employee of Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), Wilson Airport on 14th October, 2020.

She was the daughter of Elias Nyamu and Grace Mukwanjeru. Mother to Jayden Mutungi and Baby Wilmer. Sister to Daris Mugendi, Peninah, Fridah Mukiri, Jamrick Mwenda, Gloria Karimi, Joseph Mutwiri and Yvonne Mwende. Sister-In-Law to Pauline Mugendi.

Aunt to Bethy Gatwiri, Grace Kananu, Adrian Obanga, Mark Munene, Kaithyn Gatugi, Abigail Mumbi and Hayden Mwenda.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University (K.U) Funeral Home on Wednesday 21st October, 2020 at 7.00a.m followed by a funeral service at her home in Kanwa Chuka,Tharaka- Nithi County.

May The Almighty God Rest Her Soul in Eternal Peace.