Obituaries

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Susan Hellen Atieno Ochieng

15/10/1973 – 24/01/2020

It is with humble acceptance that we announce the promotion to Glory of our sister Susan Hellen Atieno Ochieng on the 24th January 2020 at King David Hospital.

Daughter of the Late Joash Collins Ochieng Menya and the late Mama Lily Wilfridah Adhiambo Ochieng. Loving sister of Robert Ochieng and Jacinta Sekoh Ochieng, Nick Opudo Ochieng and Catherine Kawira Ochieng, Dr. Athanasius Baba Ochieng and Shalom Ochieng, Merceline Akinyi Fandi and Timothy Fandi Shiyuka, James Philip Ochieng and Marjo Ochieng, Jack Francis Ochieng and Janet Patricia Adhiambo Ochieng. Aunty of Ashley Ochieng, Audrey Ochieng, JR Ochieng, Vanessa Ochieng, John Mark Ochieng, Collins Ochieng, Jesse Imbuye Fandi, Petra and Hadassah, Lily Ochieng, Hilla Ochieng and Eli Ochieng. Cousin of the Awuondos, Oderas, Odulas, Okoths, Orwas, Oriwos, among others.

There will be a funds drive to offset hospital bills on Tuesday 4th February 2020 at All Saints Cathedral from 5.30 pm and a Requiem Mass at Consolata Shrine on 5th February 2020 at 10 a.m.

On Thursday, 6th February 2020, the cortege leaves for Ndhiwa, Rapedhi at 6 am and burial is slated for 7th February 2020 from 10 am at the Menya home in North Kanyikela, Ongaro village.

Psalm 116: 15 – By His power God raised the Lord from the dead, and He will raise us also (who sleep in Christ)

Obituary Image of John Wanganga of Coventry, UK (formerly known as John wa Anita)

John Wanganga of Coventry, UK (formerly known as John wa Anita)

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of John Wanganga of Coventry, UK (formerly known as John wa Anita) which occurred on Monday the 27/01/20 at Walsgrave Hospital, Coventry.

He was a son of Stephen and Mary Wanganga of Banana, Kenya. He was a father to Mary-Anisha John and Stephen John.

A brother to Pastor Salome of Bristol UK, Ephantus, Rose, Pastor Watson and Simon. An uncle to Mwaniki, Waithera and others.

Family and friends are meeting daily in Northpoint Church, 300 Roseberry Avenue, CV2 1UT from 6 pm to 8 pm.

Also in Bristol people are meeting at St. Luke Church, Church Street off Queen Ann Road, Barton Hill, Bristol, BS5 9FB.

Finally to conclude the meetings there will be a FUNDS DRIVE ON SUNDAY THE 02/02/20 at Coventry venue starting from 4 pm in support of taking the body home.

MEMORIAL Service in Bristol takes place on Sunday2nd February 2020 at St. Luke Church, Church Street off Queen Ann Road, Barton Hill, Bristol, BS5 9FB as from 2.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.

For financial assistance please use this bank details S. Wanganga, account 35214402, Sort Code 23-05-80. For more information please contact Gad on 07718371368 and George 07787959198.

2 Timothy 4:7 “He has fought a good fight, he has finished the course and have kept the faith. ” Amen.

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Hellen Nyaboke Gwaro

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of Hellen Nyaboke Gwaro which occurred on Wednesday 22nd January 2020, after a long illness. She was the Accounts clerk of Ogango Secondary School.

Daughter of the late Gwaro Mageto and Mama Robina Moraa Gwaro. Step-daughter of Nyanchera, the late Bosibori, Maria, Angwenyi, Mageto, Omache, Onduso, Nyatuka. Sister of James (TSC), Joseph, Stellah (TSC), Steve USA), Damaris. Sister-in-law of Edinah, Agnes & Emilly. Aunt of Caleb, Edigah, Whitney, Bradnel, Lenah, Sharon, Richard, Samwel, Vanderspy, Joy, Fidel, Angel, Stanley, Cesare, Blandon, Beryl & Obiero. Stepsister of Mayieka, Kennedy, Josphat and many others. Cousin of Mose, Celestine, Ondieki, Gichini (Kakamega), Nyangaresi (Kisii county), Joseph Momanyi (USA), Julian Angwenyi (USA), Bosire (Nairobi), Kemuma, Bella (Nyamira county), Rebecca, Ogari, Mosoti, Mellen, keira, Isaac both of TSC, Nyamwancha (KRA), GeKone (KDF), Kerubo (Kitale).

Friends and relatives are meeting for funeral arrangements at her rural home Ogango village Nyamira county.

Major funds drive will be held on 4th February 2020 at Ogango Village.

The cortege will leave Kisii Referral Hospital on 6th for a church service and thereafter a burial service on 7th Feb at her rural home Ogango village.

PsaIms 116:15: “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servant”.

In God’s hands you now rest, in our hearts you remain forever. Amen.

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Zablon Osiemo

RacingSportGym regrets to announce the passing of one of our own. Zablon Osiemo was involved in an accident on Sunday January 26, 2020 and sadly departed and taken from all of us far too soon.

He was a loving husband, a dear brother and a committed friend. He will be deeply missed by the lookbetternaked fraternity and by all those who knew him. As he looks down, he will be assured, when we push hard and stay strong, his memory will not be forgotten by any of us. You made us a better version of ourselves and thank you for the gift of your friendship and acquaintance.

Lipa Na Mpesa (buy goods and services) Till 206725. Any donation will be matched by RSG Corporate shilling for shilling.

Pumzika Amani Dear Friend. With Loving Wishes From All Of Us @ RacingSportGym

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Stella Ambiyo Ochola

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Stella Ambiyo Ochola.

She was the wife of the late Jacob Ochola of Ulumbi village, Gem. She was the co-wife of Rachel Agutu and Lucia Msar. She was the daughter of Musa Oyola of Kisumu Karateng’ and Leah Oyola. Sister-in-law to the late Zebedee, Nerry, the late Zadock, the late Paul, Enoch, Lucia and the late Jennifer. She was the sister to the late Anna, Janet, Mical, the late Victoria, Mary, the late Saul, the late Ouya and Peter.

She was the mother of Eng. Edwin Otieno, Maurice Ochola and Bella Ochola-Wilson. She was the mother-in-law to Rossely Otieno and Caren Ochola. She was the step mother of Eric Jayala, the late Christopher Odhiambo, Jane Ochieng, the late Aggrey Obare, the late Eunita Atieno, the late Patrick Ochola, Ambrose Ochola, the late Beatrice Nyawade and the late Roseylyn Owour. She was blessed with grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Family and friends will meet at All Saint’s Cathedral on Tuesday Feb 4th, 2020 at 5 pm.

Her body leaves Lee funeral home on Friday Feb 7th, 2020 morning and burial is scheduled for Feb 8th, 2020 at Ulumbi, Yala Gem. Burial service will commence at 9.30am.

Obituary Image of Stanley Mugwimi Mathenge

Stanley Mugwimi Mathenge

 1930 – 2020

We announce the death of Stanley Mugwimi Mathenge (formerly of chest clinic); that occurred on 26.01.2020 after a short illness.

Loving husband to Peris Gathigia. Brother to Late. Ngotho Mathenge (Koigi) and late Zephanie Wandeto. Father to Jennifer Wanjira, Wilfred Mathenge, Martin Mwai, Robert Ngotho, Anthony Muriuki, Eunice Wambui, George Wandeto, Duncan Wanjohi and Mercy Wanjiru.

Father-in-law to Eunice Mathenge, Jane Mwai, Penina Ngotho, Jess Muriuki, Lillian Wandeto, Lydia Wanjohi and Francis Kilonzo. Adoring grandfather, great grandfather and uncle to many.

The cortege will leave Jamii Nursing Home Karatina on Tuesday 4th February 2020 at 9.00am followed by a funeral service at P.C.E.A Kanjuri church. Thereafter, the burial will be held at his Kanjuri home.

You have fought a good fight dad. Rest with the angels.

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Samuel Njege Nyaga

Sunrise 14 Sept 1948 – Sunset 27 Jan 2020

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing on of our beloved Samuel Njege Nyaga.

Son of the late Bernard Nyaga Njege and Rhoda Watuyu. Brother of the late Isabella Wanjiru, late Gibson Chege, Rachel Waihiga, Harrison Kiige, Mary Nyanjau, Alexander Gatheru and late Esther Wambui. Husband of Mary Njeri Nyaga. Son-in-law of the late John Kiguru and late Elizabeth Wambui of ltabua Embu. Brother in law of Dr Joe Muhindi, the late David Kariuki, late Josephine Wanjiku and Philip Muhindi among others. Uncle and grandfather of many.

Friends and relatives are meeting at his Mikindani Mombasa residence and their Murang’a Family Home at Kariaini village, Kamacharia.

The cortege leaves Aga Khan Hospital Mortuary, on Monday 3rd Feb 2020 at 4.00pm for burial at his Kariaini Home on Tuesday 4th Feb 2020 , at 10.30 am.

Romans 8:18 For I consider that the suffering of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.

Obituary Image of Rachel Njoki Karanja

Rachel Njoki Karanja

25 December 1943 – 29 January 2020

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we the Karanja family announce the death of our dear Mother Rachel Njoki Karanja on January 29, 2020.

Daughter of the late David Gachago and late Rebecca Njeri. Wife of the late William Karanja, loving mother of Doris Njeri, Joyce Muthoni, David & Rose Mambo, Lorna Nyokabi and the late Dickson Murimi. Also sister of the late Ruth Nyokabi, late Tabitha Wanjiru, late Jesse Mwangi, late Peninah Wambui, Timothy Mugetha, late Danson Gichia, late Moses Mburu and Esther Wakari. Devoted grandmother of Kris Kabiru, Andre Murimi, and Kenia Wanjiru. She is survived by many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and in-laws.

Family and friends are meeting at PCEA Langata on Friday 31st January from 5:30pm to 7:30 pm and Saturday from 4:00pm to 6:30pm.

There shall be a memorial service on Sunday at 3:00pm at the same venue.

Burial service shall be on Tuesday 4th February at the same venue at 10:00am followed thereafter by interment at Langata Cemetery.

Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts…

Obituary Image of Peter Nthei Muyanga  

Peter Nthei Muyanga  

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Peter Nthei Muyanga which occurred on 25/1/020 at Makueni Level 5 Hospital.

He was the former principal of Mba Secondary School in Mbooni East. He leaves behind his dear wife Elizabeth Nthei (Deputy principal St Francis Misyani Girls), His sons; Christopher Nthei of Moi University, Charles Nthei and Victor Nthei of St. Francis Misyani Primary School. Son of the late Josephat Muyanga and the late Veronicah Muyanga. Brother of the late Patrick, Agnes, late Nicholas, Paul( KIHBT-Nairobi), John Makau (Kiganjo), the late Tresiah, Andrew (Deputy principal Katangi secondary school). Brother-in-law of Josephine (Kitui Level S Hospital), Keller (DCIO Kieni East), Elizabeth (Katangi secondary school) and Miriam (Nairobi). Son in law of Phyllis Mutua and Joseph Kilonzo. Loving uncle of Janet Mwikali, Flora, Nicholas, Agnes, Bibian, Victor, Alex, Cynthia among others. Cousin of Sr. Bernadette, Patricia Mueke, Angela (Elena Lodge), Katiku (Principal lmale School), Matilda Kyallo (Principal Wanjohi Girls), Lenny, Muema among others.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily for prayers and funeral arrangements at Salvation Army Nairobi and at his home Kyamue village, Mbooni East, starting from 4pm.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home Machakos on Tuesday, 4/2/020 at 8am for burial at his home, Kyamue village, Kakuswi sub location, Kiteta, Mbooni East. Starting at 10am.

“Psalms 116 : 15. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.” Amen.

Obituary Image of Mary Nyambura Tonui

Mary Nyambura Tonui

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Mary Nyambura Tonui, The County Director of Livestock, Department of Agriculture, Nandi County, which occurred on 26thJanuary 2020.

Adored daughter of the late Samuel Wanjohi Muranga and Hollidah Muthoni Wanjohi of Kirinyaga County. Beloved wife of the late Dr Phillip Paul Tonui. Mother of Hollidah Cherotich Tonui [Finland], Zoniah Chelangat Tonui [Advocate], Doreen Chepkemoi Tonui [Advocate] and Amos Cheruiyot Kosgei [Nairobi]. Grandmother of Jason Gituro Wanjohi.

Daughter in-law of the late John Kiptanui Ngeny and Juliana Ngeny of Kaplong, Bomet County. Sister of peter, the late Wilson, Beth, Festus, John, Paul and Dorine. Sister in-law of Joyce, Mary, Betty, Rose, Joseph, Alice, Reginna, Alfred and Eunice.

Family and friends are meeting daily from 5pm for prayers and funeral arrangements at the family residence (Singorwa Village) and a major funds drive will be held on Thursday 30th at the same venue.

The cortege will leave the Samaritan Funeral Home Kapsabet on 31st January 2020 at 2.00 pm.

The Funeral service will be held at the Namgoi High school Grounds on 1st February 2020 from 10.00 am. Thereafter, her body will be laid to rest at her home, Singorwa Village, Kapsabet, Nandi County.