Obituaries

Obituary Image of Magdalene Kamanthe Mulavu

Magdalene Kamanthe Mulavu

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Mrs. Magdalene Kamanthe Mulavu.

Wife of the late Mzee Joseph Mulavu Kisole. Daughter of the late lieve and Kavuli. Mother of the late Modest Kiio, the late Gabriel Waita, Susan Wambua and Peter Mwaka of National Treasury. Mother-in-law of Agnes Kamulu, Beatrice Kavindu and Julia Wanza. Friends and relatives are meeting in Nairobi and home (Kilolo Village, Makueni County), for burial arrangements.

The burial service will be held at her home on 25th May, 2019 starting from 1:00pm.

Dearest Mwaitu, you fought the good fight and finished the race. Glory be to God.

Obituary Image of John Mukunga

John Mukunga

It’s with deep sorrow that we the family of Mr. John Mukunga announce the death of our beloved father and friend to many which occurred on 20th May, 2019 at the MP Shah Hospital.

Son of the late Isaac Mukunga Thairu & the Late Grace Njoki Mukunga. Loving Husband of Ruth Wanjiru Mukunga, and father of Grace Njoki Mukunga, Kelvin & Mary Karanja Mukunga and grandfather to Cindy & Wayne. Brother to Thairu, Wambui, Wangari & Kuria.

Family and Friends are meeting daily at his home in Makutano, Ndeiya starting at 7:00pm, for Funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Uplands Funeral Home on Monday 27th May 2019 at 9:00 am and thereafter funeral talk and burial will be held at Tiekunu, Ndeiya Ward, Limuru Sub-county, Kiambu County.

Acts 24:15 “And I have hope toward God….that there is going to be a resurrection.”

Obituary Image of Jeniffer Odiyo Ochieng Opuge

Jeniffer Odiyo Ochieng Opuge

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Mama Jeniffer Odiyo Ochieng (Min Owira) which occurred on the 7th May 2019 at the Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu.

Daughter of the late Mzee Mathayo Bonyo and the late Mama Esther Oyange of Nyakach Kabodho. Wife of the late Mzee Abishai Ochieng Opuge of Kano Kobura, Lela School. Co-wife of Jane Alaro Ochieng. Loving mother of Yukabeth Aluoch Mitowo of Mobile Hotel Lwang’ni Beach Kisumu, the late George Allan Manyalla, Andrew Meshack Owira Ochieng of KCAA- JKIA, the late Pamela Osano, the late Arthur Ochieng, Margaret Mohamed, Herine Bodo, Rael Owesi, the late Jared Ochieng, Wesley Ochieng, Benter Ondiek, Maurice Ochieng, Barrack Alal, Timons Oyoo, Moses Odingo, Alphonce Oyoo among others. Mother-in-law of Esther Manyalla, Judith Owira, Franklin Ochieng, Ruth Ochieng, Maurice Mitowo, Ben Osano, Salim Mohamed among others.

Sister of the late Clarkson Ogola, the late Samuel Oguny, Harrison Bonyo, the late Kesia Ajowi, Asker Nyumba, Charles Ondoro among others. Grandmother of Petronila Mitowo (EABL), Phoebe Mitowo, Mary Manyalla, Jeniffer Manyalla, Abishai Ochieng, Edward Ochieng, Allan Ochieng, Brenda Aurelia and Bridgit Alicia. Great-grandmother of Mieaneaburg Elliot Abbi (Furaha Academy), Donald Wonder and Donald Signs. Cousin of Sophia Orio, Heddah Oloo, Margaret Onditi, Dan Nyando, Millicent Nyamolo, Salome Ouko, Diana Otuka, Truphosa Nyando, Lydia Nyando Ochieng, Frederick Aguko, among others.

The cortege leaves Aga Khan Hospital mortuary on Thursday 23rd May 2019. Funeral Service will be held at Tamu ACK St. Emmanuel Church the same day.

She will be laid to rest at her home in Upper Tamu, Muhoroni Sub-county Kisumu County on the 24th May 2019.

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Psalms 116: 15

Obituary Image of Francis Kipkoech Chumbe

Francis Kipkoech Chumbe

 1 October 1958 – 16 May 2019

It is with heavy hearts and a lot of sorrow that we announce the death of Francis Chumbe formerly of PSCU, State House Nairobi after a brave battle with cancer.

Son of the late Elisha Sawe Arap Taa and the late Rusi Taa. He was husband of the late Janepher Chumbe. Father of Eunice Cherotich and Dickson Kipkemoi. He was adored and cherished babu of Kaka, Savannah, Angel and Zoey. Brother of Techok, the late Milsoy, George, the late Jane, Nancy, Candy Anthony, Taptulmat, Grace, Elizabeth, the late Samuel, the late Johnstone Dr. David, Jackson, Mary and Kangogo. He Was In-law of Anna Milsoy, Ann, Soi, Selina, Jane, Catherine Otungire, Uncle Master, among others. Doc as many called him was a cherished friend and colleague of many and will be greatly missed.We have lost a good soul and pray that God rests His soul in eternal peace.

Friends and family shall have a service at Montezuma Chapel along Mbagathi road on May 24th 2019 from 2 Pm. and thereafter escort Him to his final resting place for a night vigil.

Burial rites shall be held on Saturday 25th May 2019 from 10 am in Kitengela, Kajiado County.

All enquiries may be directed on 0723-572790.

God’s will must be accepted.

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

Obituary Image of Elias Peter Njogu Mwangi (Mwangi NCR)

Elias Peter Njogu Mwangi (Mwangi NCR)

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved Elias Peter Njogu Mwangi (Mwangi NCR) on May 18th at a Nairobi hospital.

Son of Samuel Mwangi and Janerose Nyambura. Husband of Judy Njeri Njogu and father of Janerose Nyambura and Richard Mwangi. Brother of John Paul Munene, Patrick Keige Mwangi,Teresa Mwangi, Patrica Mwangi, James Muiru, Christine Mwangi. Son in law of Fracia and the late Francis Maingi.

Family and friends are meeting daily for prayers and funeral arrangements at his parents’ home in Milimani, Nakuru, at Bison Hotel in Nakuru town and at the Cardinal Otunga Plaza Annex, St Calistus Hall, 5th Floor (May 23rd, 24th only).

A requiem Mass will be held on Monday May 27th at the Holy Trinity, Milimani, Nakuru. The cortege leaves Umash Funeral Home in Nakuru on Tuesday, May 28th for burial at his parents farm in Lare, near Njoro, Nakuru County.

Obituary Image of Caroline Awuor Onduto Mosi

Caroline Awuor Onduto Mosi

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the demise of our beloved sister Caroline Awuor Onduto Mosi which occurred on Friday 10/05/2019 at Mater Hospital.

Daughter of the late Bernard Mosi and the late Peres Mosi, and Margaret Mosi (Kendu Bay). Wife of William Ochako. Loving mother of Emmanuel Otieno and Sam Onduto. Daughter-in-law of the late Jackson Maseno and Basirisa Maseno. Sister of John, the late Dinah, Loretta, Mercy, Abraham, the late Tom, the late Joab, Evans, Judy, Brenda and Joash. Sister-in-law of Sila, the late Nyarunda, Mose, Jane, Sofia, Everlyne, Janvier, Veronica, Dora, Mary, Betty and Hellen among others. Aunty of Mark, Richy, Shaddy, Gift, Wekesa, Dougy, Hitler, Nyarunda, Hezra, Ham, Ondieki, Topson and Nyarunda, Lilian, Mary, Risper, Sophia, Cecilia, Naomi, Rukia, Abigail, Ashley, Victor, Azriel, Derrick, Cynthia, Florence, Vanessa, Sophie, Rudolph, Christine, Samantha, Lenny, Triza and Patience.

Niece of the late Samson Mosi, Prof. Reuben Mosi, Edward Mosi, Odhiambo Mosi, the late Lawrence Mosi, the late Jacob Mosi, the late Stephen Mosi, the late Elizabeth Othim, Florence Chacha, Monica Opiyo, Peres Ouma, Eudia Agin, Grace Aringo, Jenipher Agingu, the late Caroline, Tom Kungu, Dr Joab Bodo, the late Jane Odera, Rose Owandho, the late Tom Kich among others. Cousin of Tony, Rose Harry, Joe, Philip, Emmanuel, David, Rose, Linda, Paul, Wilson, Trizah, Job, Viva, Joash, Felix, Ted, Laban, Treezer, and Oile, Atieno, Michael, Nicholas, Linda, verlyne, Job, George among others.

The cortege leaves Lee Funeral Home on Friday 24th May, 2019 at 8:00am for cremation at Lang’ata Crematorium at 11:00am after a short service in the Private Chapel.

Obituary Image of Bernard Mwendwa Mulwa

Bernard Mwendwa Mulwa

 Born – 22/10/1969 Died – 17/05/2019

We regret to announce the sudden death of Bernard Mwendwa Mulwa,through a tragic road accident on Friday 17/5/2019. He was the Principal of St Paul’s Kiamboa Secondary School in Embu County.

Beloved husband of Patricia Mueni Mwendwa – the Principal St Timothy Kianjeru Mixed Sec school in Embu County. Father of Chrispus Mulwa (Gretsa University), Lydia Mukei (Kangaru Girls) and Daniel Musili. Son of Mulwa Mauta and Lydia Ngami. Son-in-law of David Mulu and the late Regina Mukei. He was brother of Festus Kinyua, Patrick Kasuki, Vundi, Belita, Grace and Irene. Brother in law of Pascal, Michael, George, Mathew, Muithi, Douglas, Robert, Harriet, Kanini and Mueni.

Family and friends are meeting daily at Moonlight Hotel Kitui town, at his rural home at Kavumbu village Kauma sub-location in Matinyani district and at Ishiara market for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Tribute Funeral home, Syongila on Tuesday 28th May 2019 for burial on the same day, at his Kavumbu home in Kitui County.

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

Obituary Image of Arthur Karanja Kibunyi  

Arthur Karanja Kibunyi  

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Arthur Karanja Kibunyi on 19th May 2019.

Son of the late Elijah Kibunyi Karanja and Minne Nyambura Kibunyi. Husband of Ruth Wangari Karanja. Father of Paul Njoroge, Josphat Karinga, Elijah Mimi, Wilson Kariuki and Minne Nyambura. Brother of Elizabeth Wanjiru Gitau (Kikuyu), Esther Njeri Njoroge (Kamuchege), Sophia Waithira (Rungiri), Wilson Kariuki, Karen Wangare Murani (Fly over), Eunice Njambi Kiarie (Village inn), the late Stephen Richu, Catherine Wanjiku Muroko (Ting’ang’a), Hannah Wanjiru Kimani (Dandora), John Macharia, Elijah and Janet Njoki Ng’ang’a (Ikinu). Grandfather of Cythia Wangari, Tashia Njeri, Clarence Karanja, Valacia Wangari, Arthur Karanja Mimi, Arthur Karanja Njoroge, Thomas Kimani, Josphat Karinga and Stephen Mwangi.

Family and friends are meeting daily at his home starting at 4:00pm for prayers.

The cortege leaves Nazareth Hospital on Friday 24th May 2019 for funeral service at P.C.E.A Gituamba Church (Ting’ang’a) starting at 11:00a.m, thereafter burial will follow his Ngaita home.

Obituary Image of Anne Wanjiku Gakahu

Anne Wanjiku Gakahu

With deep sorrow, grief and humble acceptance of God’s will we announce the demise of Anne Wanjiku Gakahu after a long fight.

Wife of Paul Gakahu Kagwi (Ruiru-Mugutha). Daughter of Joseph Mburu and Monica Wanjiku (Kamahuha-Muranga). Daughter-in-law of Thomas Kagwi and Pherisina Wanjiku (Mugoiri, Muranga). Loving mother of Brian, Mburu, Muthoni and Mercy. Sister of Robert (Bata). Emma, Kamande, Joyce and Karanja. Sister-in-law of Sr. Wambui. Major/Scott, John/Anne, Steve/Judy, Shungi/Gikiri, Ngurel Anne, Edwin/June. She is a cousin, auntie and friend of many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at their home and Mukuyu Springs in Mugutha, Ruiru and Hotel Ambassador Room 115, on Thursday and Friday.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home on Saturday 25th May 2019 at 7.30am for celebration of a requiem mass at Our Lady of Sorrows Mugoiri Parish at 11.00am followed by burial at their family home.

You have fought a good fought, you have finished the race and kept the faith. We give all glory to God.

Obituary Image of Peter Kimanzi Malonza

Peter Kimanzi Malonza

Sunrise: 02/1968 – Sunset: 05/2019

It’s with deep sorrow that we announce the promotion to glory of our Beloved Peter Kimanzi Malonza which occurred on 17th May 2019 after short illness.

Beloved Son of Mr. Justus Malonza Kituti and Josephine Mwende. Step-son of Agnes Mwende. Loving husband of Veronica Yumbe. Devoted father of Maurice, Malonza, Bonventure, Rosemary, Felix and Kituti. Son-in-law of Mr and Mrs. Yumbye. Brother of Mueni Mwangangi, the late Kativa, Joyce Muimi (Principal Ikaatini Sec), Kasyoka,the late Mwangangi, the late Musili, Jane, Kavutha, Makau, Ken, Musyoka, Irene, Kyalo, Kamene, Kitonga.

Cousin of Macloud Malonza (Chairman Harambee Sacco), Mary, Rhoda, Kimanzi, Kituti, Carol, James, Mwanzia, Mbaki, Mumbe, Yandu and Justus Maangi. Brother-in-law of Muimi, Alex Wambua (Afya Sacco), Queen and Priscilla. Nephew of Teresia Kimanzi, Mutaa, Mutemi, the late Nzomo, Serah, Wathe Mwangangi, Willy, Mwandai, Nzavi.

Family and friends are meeting daily for prayers and funeral arrangements at Rapid foods (KICC) from Monday 20th May 2019 starting 5.00pm.

The mini Harambee will be on 23rd (Thursday) same venue starting 5.00p.m.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta funeral home on Saturday 25th May, 2019 thereafter, the funeral service will be held at the family home In Mikuyuni village, Mutito Division, Kitui County.

Rest in peace. God’s will must be accepted.