Obituaries

Obituary Image of Betty Laura Rashid

Betty Laura Rashid

A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered.

Please join us in marking the passing on of our beloved Betty Laura Rashid. Wife of the late Dr. Juma Rashid Ravasco and mother to Zero. Rashid, Sheila Rashid and Salim Rashid.

Daughter of the late Javan Obayo Livanze and the late Sera Endekwa. Sister late Rhoida Obayo, Judith Mmboga, Abisai Obayo, and Esther Kageha. Sister-in-law of Rajab Mondi, Elizabeth Mavisi, Hamisi Rashid, Kombo Rashid, Mwatamu Rashid, Tatu Haji, Saleh Rashid, the late Saida Rashid, the late Matano Rashid, and the late Ibrahim Rashid. Betty was a treasured cousin of Loy Maviala amongst  others. Beloved Aunty of George Moga, Stephen Amiani, Ezekiel Obayo, and Boaz Ondeko and their respective siblings. Loving and Loyal Friend, Dedicated Advocate and Mentor to many whose lives she changed and touched.

The burial will be on Saturday the 4th July, 2020 at our Kiserian home.

Pay bill Number:891300 Account Number. 41283

Obituary Image of Robinson Marango Mayama aka Rashid of Worcester USA

Robinson Marango Mayama aka Rashid of Worcester USA

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of our beloved Robinson Marango Mayama aka Rashid of Worcester USA on 23rd June 2020.

Robinson Mayama was son of the late Samwel Mayama and the late Loice Mayama (Milo Kenya), son-in-law to the late Paul Mulomi and the late Rose Mulomi.(Muruka, Busia).

Robinson leaves behind his beloved wife Mary Agnes Mayama (Worcester), and his five children; Elizabeth Nalwende Mayama (Kenya), Clevers Sakwa Mayama (Worcester), Nelson Kusumo Mayama (Worcester), Daisy Andawa Mayama (Texas) and Joy Vivian Kusumo (adopted)(Worcester).

Robinson was a brother to Mwami Chelu, Gladys Khanyunya, Moses Simiyu, Aggrey Lunani, Violet Khakasa and Mary Nekesa.

He leaves behind 12 grand children, Malik Nelson, Mark Clevers, Mayama Phillips, Amara Elizabeth, Zayden Samwel, Maliyah Andawa, Ariyanna Destiny,Justin Clydell, LyNell Mary, Nylah Nalwende, Ethan Moses and Catherine Mrembo.

Robinson was the father inlaw to Mark Ombwayo, Mary Knight and Dianna Millet. Cousin, Uncle and in-law to many.

Robinson was a teacher in Kenya and an active member of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) where he served in different capacities,while working in Kenya.

He was working as a direct support staff for Venture Community Service in Worcester before his demise.

Robinson was a likeable and sociable person, he will be missed by his family at large, proffessional colleagues, students and friends.

Calling hours will be on Thursday,July 2,from 4pm to 7pm in Mercadante funeral home & chapel, Worcester, Boston.

His funeral service will be on Friday July 3rd at 9am in the funeral home. Interment will follow at Saint John’s Cemetery, 260 Cambridge Street, Worcester, Ma 01603.

Mathew 11:28
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Job 1:21 The Lord gives and the Lord takes away. Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Dad your life is a blessing and your memory is a treasure.You are loved beyond measure.

For financial assistance of any kind to offset funeral arrangement as well as hospital bills.
Please forward your contributions to:
Clevers Mayama
Cashapp: $kusumo86
Nelson Mayama
Cashapp: $SirNellyNelson
Daisy Mayama
              508 304 0530
Thank you and may God bless you.

Rest in peace until we meet again.

Obituary Image of Wanza Musyimi

Wanza Musyimi

We wish to announce the death of Wanza Musyimi which occurred on the 27th June 2020 here in Nairobi.

Wanza was the wife of the late Mr. Daniel Musyimi Kioko. She was the daughter of the late Kiange and the late Kavilu Kiange. She was the sister to the late Wayua Muli, Muthici, Mbindya, the late Mbaluica, the late Kavenge and many others. She was mother to Ndolo Kioko Musyimi, the late Mutuku Mutiso Musyimi, Mita Musyimi Mutunga, Jennifer Nduku Musyimi, David Musyimi, Sarah Musyimi Muia, Tecla Musyimi, Daphne Ndungwa Ndana and Bethel Nzisa Luvutse. She was Mother-in-law to Jane Jerry, Muia Mweu, Micah Luvutse, Faraja Ndana and Chandri Mahinda. She was grandmother to Lynette Wanza, Emmah Kasoi, Philippa Wanza, Diana Wanza, Bethel Wanzuu, Daniel Musyimi Kioko, Mwende Mutuku, Daniel Musyimi, Cindy Wanza, Rianna Kioko, Zipporah Luvutse, Tamara Luvutse, Brian Musyimi. And Great grandmother to Lulu Musyimi.

The cortege will leave Montezuma Funeral home Machakos on Saturday the 4th July 2020 and funeral will be held on the same day at Kyawanyingi sub-location, Nzambani Village, Mitaboni location, Machakos County.

We have hope toward God… that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous. Acts 24:15  

Obituary Image of William Ochieng Onyango (Osuga)

William Ochieng Onyango (Osuga)

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing to glory of William Ochieng Onyango (Osuga) of Kenya Power and Lighting Company -KPLC which occurred on 25th June 2020 at The Nairobi Hospital after a short illness.

Son of the late Jacob Onyango Ayoki and Mama Monica Onyango of Uyoma Katweng’a, Mituri Village. Son-in-law of the late Joseph Randiki and Mama Sarah Randiki of Gem Malunga, Abir Village. Loving husband of Margaret Randiki-Onyango of Jhpiego. Adored Father of Leonorah Onyango of PWC, Joseph Jura (JJ) formerly of Technical University of Kenya and Monica Onyango of JKUAT. Brother of Mathew Okello, Maurice Orwa, Margret Onyango, Elizabeth Akinyi, Ayoki Onyango Media Consultant, Kennedy Mango of KPLC Kitale, George Opar of Geomil Management Consulting — Nairobi, Isaiah Olale Onyango (Osuga) of Presbyterian University of E.A, Pamela Oduor and Flora Adela. Brother-in-law of William and Jedidiah Randiki (USA), the late Thomas Randiki, Francis Gichuki of Kitale and Cathy Gichuki of KCB Kisumu West, Michael Randiki, Domtila Randiki (USA), Edward Onyango, Norbert Oduor, Geoffrey Adela, Everlyne Okello, Rose Orwa, Mildred Opar, Jane Mango and Wendy Adhiambo. Cousin to Samuel Okello of ABC bank, Jeckton Odongo of Jeodok Insurance, Clifford Oluoch, Dominic Oloo among others. Uncle to Many.

The Cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home on Friday 3rd July for burial on 4th July 2020 at his rural home in Mituri Village, Uyoma Katweng’a — Siaya County.

Obituary Image of Thumbi Kiama Thumbi

Thumbi Kiama Thumbi

It is with Great acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of Thumbi Kiama Thumbi of Harshiv Auto Spares Company which occurred on the 27th June, 2020.

Son of the late Norman Kiama and Gladys Wangechi. Loving husband of Eunice NyamburaThumbi. Son-in-law of the late Karanja Kihuha and Elizabeth Muthoni. Father of David, Gladys, Hellen, Moses, Alexander and Elizabeth. Father-in-law of Jane Njeri, Jane Wangui, Mary, Isaac and Benjamin.

Loving grandpa of Mercy, Franklin, Eunice, Nelly, Patrick, Austin, Patrick, Natasha, Liam and Tiffany. Brother of Hellen, Teresia, Hannah, Margaret, Jane and Maina (Wadakinga). Brother-in-law of Stephen, Joyce, Charles, Kieru, Robert, Beatrice, Njeri & Daniel. Uncle of many.

Contributions can be sent through (Thumbi Kiama Funeral Fund), Paybill Number 8015395

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University funeral home on the 3rd of July, 2020 at 7.am for funeral service and interment at their home in Nyeri county, Kagonye village.

Obituary Image of Robinson Marango Mayama (Rashid)

Robinson Marango Mayama (Rashid)

19th April 1957-23rd June 2020

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of our beloved Robinson Marango Mayama aka Rashid of Worcester USA on 23rd June 2020.

Son of the late Samwel Mayama and the late Loice Mayama (Milo Kenya), son in law to the late Paul Mulomi and the late Rose Mulomi (Muruka, Busia). Robinson leaves behind his beloved wife Mary Agnes Mayama (Worcester), and his five children; Elizabeth Nalwende Mayama (Kenya), Clevers Sakwa Mayama (Worcester), Nelson Kusumo Mayama (Worcester), Daisy Andawa Mayama (Texas) and Joy Vivian Kusumo (adopted) (Worcester). Brother to Mwami Chelu, Gladys Khanyunya, Moses Simiyu, Aggrey Lunani, Violet Khakasa and Mary Nekesa. He leaves behind 12 grand children, Malik Nelson, Mark Clevers, Mayama Phillips, Amara Elizabeth, Zayden Samwel, Maliyah Andawa, Ariyanna Destiny, Justin Clydell, LyNell Mary, Nylah Nalwende, Ethan Moses and Catherine Mrembo. Father-in-law to Mark Ombwayo, Mary Knight and Dianna Millet. Cousin, Uncle and in-law to many.

He was a teacher in Kenya and an active member of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) where he served in different capacities, while working in Kenya. He was working as a direct support staff for Venture Community Service in Worcester before his demise. Robinson was a likeable and sociable person, he will be missed by his family at large, professional colleagues, students and friends.

Calling hours will be on Thursday, July 2 ,from 4pm to 7pm in Mercadante funeral home & chapel, Worcester, Boston.

His funeral service will be on Friday July 3rd at 9am in the funeral home. Interment will follow at Saint John’s Cemetery, 260 Cambridge Street, Worcester, Ma 01603.

Mathew 11:28 Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

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

Dad your life is a blessing and your memory is a treasure. You are loved beyond measure. Rest in peace until we meet again. 

Obituary Image of Mzee Peter Odongo Bubolo

Mzee Peter Odongo Bubolo

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the untimely death of Mzee Peter Odongo Bubolo who passed away on the 28th June 2020 at Pesi Hospital in Busia.

Son of the late Bubolo Masinde and Marisiana Khayo. Husband of the late Anastasia Ayuer. Father of George (late), Julius (late), Jane (KRA), Emily (Min. of Interior), Paul (Pathfinder International), Irene (late), Oscar (Busia County), Ochieng (late), Vincent and Collins. Brother of Magdalene, the late Auma, Sidwaka, the late Arani and Owino. Step Brother of James (late), Francis, Christine, Wafula and Alex.

Brother-in-law of Mary, Eunice, George, Peter, Richard, Robert, Hellen, Esther and Priscilla. Father in law of Maximilla, Dan (late), Wairimu, Dorothy, Sylvia and Martha. Grandfather of Edwin, Kevin, Anastacia, Roy, Andrew, Bruce. Ashley, Ryan, Amelia, Angel, Mikel, Megan, Audrey, Linah, Faith, Whitney and Liam.

The cortege leaves Sameday Classmates Funeral Home on 3rd July 2020. Burial will be the 4th July 2020 at his home in lgula Village, Marachi Central, Busia County.

Obituary Image of Mzee Joseph Nyambegera Ogaro

Mzee Joseph Nyambegera Ogaro

Sunrise: 1936 – Sunset: 18.06.2020

It’s with humble acceptance of the Lord’s will that we announce the untimely demise of Mzee Joseph Nyambegera Ogaro which occurred on 18th June.

Beloved husband of the late Wilkister Osiri and the late Teresia Kwamboka. Son of the late Ogaro Obong’o and Kebungi Ogaro. Father of David Nyambegera, Yabesh, Robert, Ongechi, Ndege, George, Nyairo, Momanyi, Gisiora, Alice, Josephine, Ikonge, Martha and late Florence. Father-in-law of Pamella, Deline, Grace, Nyaboke, Stella, Nancy, Jacky, Drusilla, Margaret.

Brother of Obong’o, Mwarania, Mosima, Gisemba, Nyairo, Obare, Mobagi, Siocha, John, Hezron, Panda, Ogaro, Basweti, Nyaboke, Kemuma, the late Mosoti, the late Onwong’a, the late Omwamba, late Mariita, the late Mosoti, the late Thomas, the late Morangi, late Nyakiambori among others. Son-in-law of late Omache and Nyakundi. Cousin of Nyang’au Nyakamba among others. Grandfather of Gladys, Mosoti, Cyrus, Lydia, Mariita among others.

The cortege leaves Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital on Thursday 02.07.20. Funeral and Burial Service will be held on 03.07.20 at his home Bw’Ogaro Village, Amabuko Sub-location from 9 a.m.

Please be informed that the ceremony will be conducted strictly in accordance to with MOH COVID 19 guidelines

Obituary Image of Mwalimu Zipporah Wanjiru Chege

Mwalimu Zipporah Wanjiru Chege

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Mwalimu Zipporah Wanjiru Chege.

Daughter of the late Peter Njau Mutitika and Sarah Wairimu Njau. Wife of the late George Chege Mungai. Daughter in law of the late Harrison Mungai Karugia and Phylis Wanjiru Mungai. Mother of David Mungai Chege (KEMRI-CCR (PHRD), Peter Njau Chege (Muranga County, Health), James Karugia Chege (NCBA-Nairobi) and Jessee Ndung’u Chege. Mother-in-law of Egla Wambui, MaryAnne Wangechi and Faith wambui. Sister of the late Beatrice Wangui, Anne Njanja, David Ndung’u and Mary Wairimu. Grandmother of George Chege Karugia, George Ian Chege Mungai, Zipporah Wanjiru Njau, Virginia Njeri Njau, Lawrence-Jomo Mungai and Frank Mwangi Karugia.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Homes on Friday, 3rd July 2020 at 7.00 a.m. The funeral service and interment will be held at the family farm, Kirenga sub-location Lari, Kiambu County at 10.30 a.m.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily for burial arrangement at her home at Kiganjo-Thika.

Obituary Image of Mr. Francis Kaaria M'Rithara

Mr. Francis Kaaria M’Rithara

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our dad Mr. Francis Kaaria M’Rithara on 26th June 2020. He was retired assistant Commissioner of Prisons (ACP).

Son of Mr and Mrs Timothy Munyua M’Rithara of Mwiteria Village. Husband of Rose Tabitha Nkirote Kaaria. Father of Lucy Gacheri Guantai, Lilian Kairuthi Kaaria, Joy Kajuju Murithi, Timothy Kaburu, Kenneth Muriuki, Ryan Mwirigi, Natasha Gatwiri.

Brother of the late Sebastian Meme, Margaret Ngari Kennedy, Rose Kairiathi Mwika, John Mr. Francis Kaaria Kithure, Jane Mwari Ntuiga and Tomas Thiuru. M’rithara

The cortege leaves Funeral Home at 11.00am for burial at his home in Kinoru Village on 3rd July 2020.

Flowers die, stories end, songs fade, memories forgotten, but precious people like you are forever treasured!