Obituaries

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John Jeronimo Simba (JJ)

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce sudden death of John Jeronimo Simba (JJ), formerly of KCB on 21/07/2020 at KNH.

Loving husband of Pamela Simba. Son of the late Josiah and Nereah Simba. Son-in-law of Joash and Merceline Oduor. Father of Kevin, Mitchelle and man. Grandfather of Imani. Brother of late Anthony and Isaiah, and Francis. Cousin of Odega, Shadrack, Bilal, Caren and Mary. Uncle of Humphrey, Hesbon, Jenney and Vivian. Brother-in-law of Jacob, Elly, Simon, Killion, Blastus, Pamela, Condi, Hellen, Phella and Loyce Achieng.

Friends and family are meeting daily at his residence in Buruburu phase I House Number 255.

The requiem mass will take place on 30/07/2020 at 3pm at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Buruburu phase I.

The cortege leaves KNH mortuary on the morning of 31/07/2020. The burial will be held at Katito Nyakach on 01/08/2020.

Contribution can be sent by MPESA to 0726 178 722.

In God’s hands you rest surrounded by angels. In our hearts you will live forever  

Obituary Image of Francis Wamariu Muthima

Francis Wamariu Muthima

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Retired Teacher, Francis Wamariu Muthima of lhwa Village, Tetu Location, Nyeri County which occurred on 23rd July 2020 after a long illness bravely borne at TexasHospital, Nairobi.

Beloved husband of Teresa Nyandia. Loving father of Jane Wanjiku Irungu of Westview Academy, Matthew Muthima and Samuel Wachira of Deltel Communication Ltd, Faith Waihuini of UAE, Lawrence Muchiri of Canada and Rosalind Wangeci of Doctor Mattresses. Father-in-law to Lawrence Maingi, Joyce Muthima, Eunice Wachira and Nelly Muchiri.

Brother to Joyce Wangeci Ndung’u, Margaret Wanjugu Mwangi and Lawrence Wachira Muthima. Grandfather to Maingi, Wamariu and Wacera lrungu, Nyandia and Wamariu Muthima, Saeed and Suhail Nadir, Anita and Wamariu Wacira, Vanessa, Alex and Precious Muchiri and Alfred Mburu.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home on Wednesday, 29th July 2020 at 7.30 am, thereafter funeral service and burial will be held at his home in Nyeri County, Tetu Location, Ihwa Village.

May the Almighty God rest his soul in peace.

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Esther Nguitu Wainaina

Sunrise: 1932 – Sunset: 21st July 2020

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Mrs Esther Nguitu Wainaina of Kangaita Village, Nguna Sub-location, Chania Location, Gatundu North.

Wife of the late Onesmus Wainaina Ng’ang’a. Mother to Anne Njoki Mungai, Margaret Wanjiru Karia, Daniel Ng’ang’a, Susan Wacuka Kariuki, Wilfred Wanjui, David Gachunga, the late James Mbatia, George Njoroge, Peter Ngigi (UK) and Mary Nyathira. Sister to the late James Mbatia Wanjui, Monica Muthoni, Mary Wanja Ndung’u, J.B Wanjui, and the late Christine Njoki Kinyanjui. A grandmother and great grandmother to many.

The cortege leaves General Kago Mortuary Thika tomorrow, Tuesday 28th July 2020 at 9:30AM for burial at Kangaita Village, Gatundu North.

Funeral service starts at 11:00AM.

Fare thee well mum, in God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you remain  

Obituary Image of Daniel Mwaniki Njogu

Daniel Mwaniki Njogu

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Daniel Mwaniki Njogu.

Son of the late James Njogu Muchiri (Jimi) and Mary Wanjiku Njogu (Gathoni wa )imi)of Miiri Village, lriaini, Mathira East Sub County, Nyeri County. Husband of Ann Muthoni Mwaniki. Father of James Njogu Mwaniki and Brandon Munene Mwaniki. Son in law of Geoffrey Munene and Gladys Wambui of Gaturiri village.Brother of Muchiri Njogu (Mombasa aerotech Ltd), Muriuki Njogu (Nairobi/Chuka University) Wanjugu Kahia (Karogoto), the late Mwangi, Nyawira Shako (Mombasa) and Wakini Ngamarel (Mombasa).

Brother-in-law of Veronica Wanjiku (Mombasa), Grace Kariuki (Nairobi), Freshiah Nyokabi (Nairobi), Benedict Ngamarel (Mombasa), Caxton Shako (Mombasa) and Johnson Kahia (Karogoto). Cousin of Peter Muchiri Kenyu (Nanyuki), Joseph Mwai (Subukia) Loise Maina (Naromoru), Dr. Mburungo (Nairobi) among others.

The cortege leaves Karatina District Hospital Mortuary tomorrow, Tuesday at 8.00 am. Burial follows thereafter at his home Miiri village at 11.00 am.

May the perpetual light forever shine upon him. Rest in peace.

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Alice Njoki Mukinyo

We regret to announce the death of Alice Njoki Mukinyo.

She was the lovely wife to Joshua Mukinyo Thairu. Daughter of the late Charles Munyi Irungu and the late Joyce Muthoni Munyi. She was the mother to James Munyi Mukinyo, Deborah Wangeci Mwangi, Joyce Muthoni Boro, Agnes Wamuyu Wachira, Peter Thairu Mukinyo and the late Grace Wairimu Mukinyo.

She was a dear Mother-in-Love to Mary Munyi, Rachel Thairu, Mwangi, Boro and Wachira. She was sister to the late Tabitha Wamuyu Macharia, the late Grace Wairimu Kimiti, Margret Wanjiku Kinyua, Shilphar Wanja Mungai. She was an aunt and grandmother to many grandchildren.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home, Thika Road on Thursday 30th July 2020 to her final resting place at her farm in Mukurweini Location, Icamara Sub Location.

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Anthony Nderi (Mukaru)

We regret to announce the passing on of Anthony Nderi on the 24th of July 2020 after a short illness

He was the only son of Elizabeth Wambui Nderi (Ngunju). Brother to Susan Wanjiru Wamae and uncle to Gray Nderi.

The late Anthony was a caring, loving and humble person to all and he will be dearly missed by his friends, family and work colleagues. He left a footprint in the hearts of many especially his cousins, nieces and nephews with epic love and respect for all those around him leaving the fondest memories to be cherished and remembered forever.

Phillipians 1: 21 For me to Live is Christ, and to Die is gain.

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Anthony Kori Kanari

Death has occurred of Anthony Kori Kanari, formerly of Farmers Choice.

Son of the late Andrew Kanan Niuguna (Kimunya) and late Gladys Wakiri Kanari. Husband to Rose Waniiru Kori. Father of Gladys Wakiyu Kori, Andrew Kimunya Kori and Stephen Ng’ang’a Kori. Father-in law of Joseph Mureithi and Milka Njeri. Grandfather of Kyler, Tyler, Lyeone, Nandia, Chloe and Theodore. Brother of late Hannah Waithera, Peter Ndungu, the late Titus Kamiti, Kezia Wambui Ngacha, Obadiah Kimani, Naomi Wairimu Kamondia, Jane Nduta Kiarie, late Minneh Wambui, Samuel Gitimu and Mary Mwihaki Gitau. Son-in-law of the late Peter Gichinga Ngichiri and the late Ruth Wambui of Karugia Muranga.

Family and friends are meeting daily at his home in Ting’ang’a, Gitundu, Kiambu.

The cortege leaves Umash Funeral Home tomorrow, Tuesday 28/7/2020 (8:00 am). Burial and funeral service to follow at his home in Ting’angia, Gitundu, Kiambu starting from 10am.

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Lawrence Okongo Adiyo

Sunrise: 12th April 1942 – Sunset: 19th July 2020

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Mr Lawrence Adiyo which occurred on 19th July 2020 after a short illness

He was a former assistant Commissioner of VAT at Kenya Revenue Authority and Finance committee moderator at St. Peter Claver’s Parish, Nairobi.

Son of the late Cosmas Adiyo Nyagol and Susana Orodi Adiyo of Kawuor Village, Kobala Sub-location, Wang Chieng location, Homa Bay County. Loving husband to Damaris Achieng Okongo. Beloved father to Hellen Atieno, Lorrine Akinyi, Edgar Otieno (Doha Qatar), Brenda Adongo (KRA), Linda Apiyo, Marvis Wambani and Kelvin Owili. Brother to Mary Adongo, Masela Akumu Apiyo and the late Mary Akinyi among others (deceased). Loving grandfather to ten. Son in law of the late Musa Auma and the late Phoebe Ajwang of Shirere Kakamega. Brother in law to Jacob Ochogo, Margaret Anyango, the late Paul Onyango and Rose Atieno. Uncle to Joseph Ogodo and Dan Gor among others.

The body will leave Kenyatta University Mortuary, Nairobi on Tuesday 28th July 2020 for his home at Sang’alo Village, Sikhendu Ward, Kiminini Sub-County, Trans-Nzoia County.

Burial will be on Wednesday 29th July 2020 presided over by Fr. Stephen Karingu (St Peter Claver’s Nairobi) in conjunction with Fr. Leonard (St. Peter Claver’s Kitale)

Obituary Image of James Ongwesa Ontita

James Ongwesa Ontita

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of our beloved Dad James Ongwesa Ontita on 19th July 2020 after a short illness.

Son of the late Ontita and Tabitha Nyanau. Loving husband of Orpha Moraa. Loving father of Fred, Nicholas, Henry, John Ongwesa, the late Milka, Peter Omete Ongwesa (USA), William, Zadock and Joachim. Brother of Esther Moraa, Stephen, Bilhah, the late Thomas, the late Samwel, and Josphin. Father-In-law of Jackline, Annastancia, Esinah, Ronah, Damaris, Peris Nyachama (USA), Cecilia and Justus Kebwage (USA).

Brother-in-law of Lucy Osebe, Onwong’a, the late Rachel, Nyangaresi, Moses, Onyando, and Nyaboko. Grandfather of Nophy, Reagan, Judy, Miicah, Yvonne, Sherline (USA), Bryson, Samantha, Sammy, Ivy, and Faith Kibwage. Nephew of Monari Ongwesa and the late Potter Omete. Cousin of the late Omwoyo, Ogega’s, Monari Ongwesa, among others. Uncle of Janet, Omare, Beatrice, Geoffrey (USA), Hesbon George, Edwin, Brian, Asanyo, among others. Korera of the late Nyamwange, Mariko, Omwoyo, Maikuri, Samwei, Makori (USA), Richard, Githui, and Obao.

Friends and family are meeting daily for prayers at his home in Nyambogo Mosisa.

The cortege leaves Hema Mortuary — Kisii on 27th July 2020. Burial will be on Tuesday, 28th July 2020.

Goodbye Dad `But the path of the just is the shining light that shineth more and more until the Perfect day” (Proverbs 4: 18)

Obituary Image of Wendy Muthoni Kariuki 'Noni'

Wendy Muthoni Kariuki ‘Noni’

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Wendy Muthoni Kariuki ‘Noni’ on 19th July 2020. Until her passing she was a second year law student at JKUAT-Karen campus.

She was the beloved daughter of Mr. Kariuki Chege, chairman Africert Ltd. & M.D Zakache (ss) Ltd. and Mrs. Sicily Kariuki, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation. Sister of Chege, Njeri, Comfort & Sheila. Aunty of Janan & Jonas. Loving cousin, niece and devoted friend to many.

The funeral will be held on Wednesday, 29th July 2020 in Ol-Kalou – Tumaini from 11:00 a.m.

Noni, you fought a good fight, you kept the faith, you have finished the race. Rest in peace and dance with the angels till we meet again.

“But if one person remembers my name, that means I’ve made a change.”