Obituaries

Obituary Image of Grace Mukuhi Kamau (WAKIGO)

Grace Mukuhi Kamau (WAKIGO)

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Grace Mukuhi Kamau (WAKIGO), Thiboro Village Thiong’o road Kangemi on 11/05/2019.

Wife of the late Apollo Kamau Mute. Sister of the late Ephantus Mungai Kigo of Gakobu Village Uthiru. Mother of George Mute Kamau and Simon Kigo Kamau of Kawangware 56, Alice Mumbi Kagoiya of Nyaituga (Nakuru); the late Rosemary Wanja Kamau, Jackline Njeri Njoroge of Kinangop, the late Lucy Wanjiru Kamau, Paul Thiong’o Kamau (MWENENJA), Jane Wambui Kamau – Principal Kerwa Secondary School, Susan Wanjiku Kaboo of Kasarani and the late John Mungai Kamau. Mother-in-law of Kenneth Kaboo, Nancy Mungai, Damaris Wanjiru and Damaris Nduku Mute.

Family and friends are meeting at her home at N.I.T.D behind Mountain View N. Market every day for prayers and funeral arrangement.

The Cortege Leaves Umash Funeral Home Mbagathi way on Tuesday 21/05/2019 for the funeral service, at A.C.K St Philips Church Thiboro Thiong’ o road Kangemi at 11.00Am. There after the burial will take place at her residence at N.I.T.D Thiong’o road.

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

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith ” 2 Timothy 4:7-8.

Obituary Image of Eustace  M'rithaa M'araja

Eustace  M’rithaa M’araja

It is in humble acceptance of Gods will that we announce the death of Eustace M’rithaa M’araja of Kathigu Sub-location Igoji East, Meru County.

Son of the late M’araja Korinko. Loving husband of Edith Rithaa. Brother of the late Joseck Murianki. Father of Jeremy Kirimi, the late Harriet Gichunge, Julina Mugambi, Patrick Ncabani (Samburu Mixed Secondary School), David Gichunge (Nairobi), Henry Mwenda (MSEA), Erick Kinoti (Sasini Ltd), Michael Mung’atia (NPS) and Johnson Mwirigi (Equity Bank, Maua). Father-in-law of Ruth Kirimi (St. Joseph’s Sec. Igoji), Jane Wangari, the late Jamleck Gichunge (Githongo), Mirriam Wambui, Caroline Gitonga and Mercy Karim’ (Maua Methodist Hospital). Grandfather of the late Mutuiri, Brian, Mutuma, Gakii, Karwitha, Mutethia, Natalie, Muchui, Nkatha, Wairigi, Jenna, Teddy and many others.

The cortege leaves St. Ann’s Mission Hospital on Saturday 18th May, 2019 at 9.00am.The funeral service will be held at his home Kathigu village, Igoji East starting at 10.00am same day.

Obituary Image of Elizabeth Amondi Orwa

Elizabeth Amondi Orwa

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the demise of Elizabeth Amondi Orwa (Liz) after she was electrocuted at their house in Migosi estate Kisumu on Friday 10th May, 2019. She was a former student of Lwak Girl’s High School (2018).

Loving daughter of Ishmael Orwa and Florence Miya of Kemri/CDC. Sister of Faith Miriam of Alliance Girls and Emmanuel Joseph of Golden Elite Premier School. Granddaughter of the late Fanuel Jangaya and the late Elizabeth Jangaya of Kisumu Nyahera. Also granddaughter of the late Dickson Miya and Mary Najuma Miya of Fort Ternan, Muhoroni Sub-county.

Niece of Martin Ogot, Orpa Ogot (Leonard Cheshire), Charles Miya, Susan Ombima, the late Hesborn Ojino, Janet Ojino (Maseno Univ), Tobias Okoyo (Muhoroni Success), Christine Mwajuma, Daniel Onyango, Ruth Onyango (Chemelil Sugar) Samuel Miya (African Trade Insurance), Phanice Shimanyula, the late Dickson Oruko, Rebecca Oruko, Aggrey Okore (District Accountant, Muhoroni), Ann Miya (St.Theresa Girls), Bernard Ochieng, Vincent Miya (Dago Thim Sec), Jacqueline Sagina (JOOTRH), Anthony Oduor (Dudi Girls), James Miya, Myllen Atieno, Beatrice Adhiambo, Edith Miya, Frederick Miya (CITAM), Caroline Kariuki (Nairobi Safari Club).

Cousin of Lucy Ojino, Anita Ogot, Nourine Ogot, Sera Ogot, Jones Wesley, Dorsy Ogot, Maureen Onyango, Elizabeth Onyango, Sam Ojino, Zola Beth, Mona, Tamara, Rachel, Suzet, Oska, Dan Ogot. Maternal cousins of Yusuf, Brian Okoyo, Dick Brian, Pauline Betty, Mike, Dick Max, Grace, Bradley, James Gordon, Queen, Penzi, Emmanuel, Talia, Mary Precious, Rehema,Anny among others.

Friends and family are gathering daily at their residence Migosi Estate.

A fundraiser event will be held on Friday 17th May, 2019, at 5.00pm at Ofafa memorial hall along Kakamega road, Kisumu.

The requiem mass will be conducted on Thursday the 23rd May, 2019 at JWC church in carwash from 2.00pm. And thereafter a night vigil at their Migosi residence.

Liz will be laid to rest on Saturday the 25th of May, 2019, at their home in Nyahera, near Obede Secondary School.

Obituary Image of Elijah Kamau Waweru

Elijah Kamau Waweru

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing on of Mr. Elijah Kamau Waweru of Juja Farm, Juja Sub-County, Kiambu County who went to be with the Lord on 11th May, 2019 following a short illness. The deceased was a Retired Lay Reader of the Anglican Church of Kenya & a former employee of East African Growers Limited, Nairobi.

Son of the late Waweru wa King’arang’ara & Miriam Nyambura; Beloved Husband of Justa Nyambura Kamau; Father of Moses Irungu Kamau of Laikipia University & Maryhill ENT Centre Nyahururu, the late Samuel Waweru, the late Miriam Wanjiku, Augustine Kiarie of Juja Farm Secondary School, Joseph Mwangi, Esther Wanjiru, Eunice Mugure & David Kaberere; Father in law of Agnes Irungu of Nyahururu County & Referral Hospital, Miriam Wambui, Laura Wanjiku & Willy Ng’ang’a; Brother of the late Joshua Wamugunda & the late Ruth Agnes Wanjiru Ngochi; Brother in law of Moses Mwangi, Robert Maina, the late Boniface Kaberere & Kiarie Munderu.

Uncle of Cecilia Wangui, Francis Waweru, Miriam Nyambura & Esther Wanjeri; Grandfather of Judy Nyambura, Robert Kamau, Maureen Kamau, Peninah Mwithi, Ruth Wanjiku, Mercy Nyambura, Mary Wangui, Elijah Kamau, Grace Mwende, Louis Kamau, Mark Karari, Elijah Kamau, Juster Nyambura, Regina Njeri, Hannah Wanjiku, Moses Mugo, Ian Kamau, Prince Muturi, Susan Nyambura, Alex Ng’ang’a & Lawrence K.amau;. Great grandfather of Amari Kamau, Tesling Kamau & Natalia Wambui.

Family & Friends tare meeting daily at the deceased’s home at Juja Farm for prayers & funeral arrangements in preparation of the celebration of a life well lived & a priceless legacy on Saturday, 18th May, 2019 at his home where he shall be laid to rest.

If we live, it’s to honor the Lord. And if we die, it’s to honor the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.

Obituary Image of Wilson Kiptonui Siele

Wilson Kiptonui Siele

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of our beloved Wilson Kiptonui Siele, a Loving Brother, Husband, Father, Father-in-law, Grandfather d a great friend which occurred on 10th May 2019 after a short illness.

Beloved son of the late Paul Buses and Late Ruth Buses of Cheptagum Kericho County. Son-in-law of Late Barnabas Sambu and Benadette Sambu of Kapkatet/Sigowet Kericho County.

Loving husband of Mrs. Magdalyne Chepkemoi Siele. Loving father of Pst. Charles Tanui (Fountain Wisdom Ministries), Fred Tonui (Wilmagz), Geoffrey Tonui (PSC), Dr. Chelangat O. Siele and Japhet Tonui. Father-in-law of Emily Tanui, Egla Tonui, Halima Kadima, Geoffrey O. Nyakundi and Patricia Tonui. Grandfather of Kemwel, Valarie, Manu, Xedo, Vannessa, Kiptoo, Britney, Stephanie, Daphnie, Stefan, Kimberly, Tatia, Tamia, Arya and Zani. Brother of Samwel Siele, Rachael Korir, Late Simon Siele, the Late Dr. David Siele, Richard Siele, Winrose Sitienei and late Julius Siele.

Family and Friends are meeting daily at home Cheptagum Village Kericho County for fellowship prayers from 4:00 PM.

Cortege will leave Sigowet Funeral Homes on Friday 17th May 2019 for a memorial service at AIC Cheptagum from 9:00 AM. Thereafter, he will be laid to rest at his family home Cheptagum/ /Sigowet/ Kericho County on Saturday 18th May 2019.

`You have fought a good fight, You have finished the race and Kept the Faith.”

Fare thee well our beloved Dad.

Obituary Image of Stanley Kihara Maina

Stanley Kihara Maina

We wish to announce the promotion to glory of Stanley Kihara Maina.

Son of the late Hezekiah Kibunja Murimi and Banice Wambui Kibunja of Irima villa, Kangare sub-location Kigumo, Murang’a county. Beloved husband of Esther Wangari Kihara (Wa Jack). Father of Mary Wangui Maina, Lilian Wambui Maina (USA), Susan Waithera Kibicho (USA), Jack Maina Kihara (Royal Media Services), Daniel Kiarie (Intelysis Consultants). Brother of Joel Mwaura, Julius Murimi, Winfred Mwangi, Nancy Wangui, Irene Njeri, the late Hanna Waruguru, Peter Murimi, David Kimani, the late Samuel Njororo, Esther Githu, Jane Njoroge, Shipra Ngure, Jonah Ng’ang’a and Alice Njuki.

Step brother of Paul Karanja, Anne Ruguru, Rachael Wanjiku and others. Son-in-law of the late Stephen Kiarie Kiniaru and Naomi Wanjiru Kiarie of Githunguri village, Kiambu. Brother in law of Simon Njoroge, Samuel Moko, James K. Kiarie, the late Hannah Waceke, Paul Wainaina, Janet Muthoni, Ruth Kiuna (USA) and Eunice Wanjiku.

He is uncle of Kelvin Mwaura, Robert Mwaura, Lilian Wambui, Patrick Githinji among others. Cousin of John Mwaura, Caroline Wambui, Alex Mwaniki among others. Grandfather of Ian Kihara, Salma Njeri(USA) Rita Wanjiku (USA) and others.

Family and friends are meeting at his home in Irima village and Tumaini House 5th Floor, Moi avenue Nairobi for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Githumu Hospital mortuary on the 17/05/2019 at 9.00AM and later on the body will be laid to rest at his home in Irima Village, Kangare, Kigumo, Muranga County.

“Rest in peace dad”

Obituary Image of Samuel Muthini Muli

Samuel Muthini Muli

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing on of Samuel Muthini Muli which occurred at Bishop Kioko Hospital Machakos on May 5, 2019 after a short illness.

Husband of Alice Mwikali. Father of the late Faith Ndunge, Norah Ndinda, Carol Mulondu, Fredrick Muli, David Mualuko, Patrick Mutinda, Catherine Nzilani, Joshua Mbondo. Brother of the late Nzioka Muli, the late Nyamai Mull, Nzwili Mull, the late Mwelu Nguu, the late Mukeli Makai, Ngusye Mutiku, Kavata Mutua. Father-in-law of Moses Kinoti, Damaris Mwende Muli, Winfred Kavutha Mualuko and Benjamin Tom. Grandfather of Edna Mumbua, Franklin Muendo, Erick Kinoti, Brian Kinoti, Justus Mutiso, Emaine Mwikali, Faith Ndunge, Cecilia Mueni and Kevin Mwendwa.

A final fundraiser will be held Wednesday April 15, 2019 at Eureka HighRise 5th floor starting 6pm, and at his home in Kalikoo Village, Makutano starting 2pm.

The Cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home in Machakos for the burial at his home in Makutano ma Mwala, Kalikoo Village, Embui Sub-location on May 17, 2019.

Dad we loved you more, but God loved you most – Rest in Peace.

Obituary Image of Preskila Okumu Akach (Mama Melly)

Preskila Okumu Akach (Mama Melly)

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Preskila Okumu Akach (Mama Melly).

Daughter of the late Ming’awa Okoya and the late Amolo Nyar Sakwa Kamnara at Kapsarok between Kericho County and Kisumu County. Wife of the late Ex-Senior Chief Zablon Akach Ogada of Nyakach location (Currently Nyakach Constituency). Mother of Selemiah Ogada (deceased), Julia Ouko, the late Selemiah Ogada Akach, Jared Odum Akach, the late Elly Ogutu Akach, the late Teresa Nyagambo, the Late Arthur Akach, the late James Athembo, the late Apollo Ohanga, Charles N. Akach – The Chief Principal, Kabete National Polytechnic, the Late Peninah Odundo Akach, Pamela Aloo Akach of Thika Technical Training Institute among others. Mother-in-law of Jane Ogada Akach, Eunie Ogutu Akach, Renter Achieng Akach among other. She has left behind grandchildren and great grandchildren.

The cortege leaves Knightingale Medical Hospital, Milimani – Kisumu City on 19.5.2019 at 1p.m for her rural home for an overnight vigil at Asao Location at the home of Ex-Senior Chief Zablon Akach next to Nduga Primary School Nyakach Constituency of Kisumu County.

Burial date will be on Monday 20.5.2019 same place at 2 p.m. Her funeral will be conducted by Pastor John Omondi of SDA Church (Seventh Day Adventist) Nyamarumbe District, ASAO location.

Nyar Agoro Nind Gi Kwe Erokamano Kuom Tim Maber  

Nyasaye Ogwedhi

Obituary Image of Peter Kamau Kabitu (Kamarii / Malaika)

Peter Kamau Kabitu (Kamarii / Malaika)

It is with deep sorrow we announce the demise of Peter Kamau Kabitu (Kamarii / Malaika) after a short illness on 11th May 2019. He was working with G4S and based at Equity Bank Kimathi Street Nairobi.

Husband of Carol Wanjiku Raing’o. Dad of Gladys Wangari, Jecintah Wangui and Faiza Anitah Wairimu. Son of Mr and Mrs Kabitu Mwangi and Gladys Wangari of Kasuku, Kawa Kawa village Lesirko Scheme Ol joro-orok. Son-in-law of Mr & Mrs Samuel Raing’o Wachira of Kangui village Ol joro-orok. Brother of Grace Wairimu (Nyahururu District Hospital), Milkah Wanjiku (Tulaga Primary), Chege Maraika (Kasuku), Jane Njeri (Wachachi) of Kasuku, Paul Maraika (Clayworks Ruiru), Lucy Wanjira (Githurai), Ruth Wangui (Bungoma), Margaret Wanjeri (ICEA Lion Group Nairobi) and Carol Waithira (Caritas Nyahururu). Brother in law of Joseph Wachira, John Maingi, Peter Gocho, Mary Wambui, Stephen Wagana and Stanley Nguyo. Uncle of many.

Friends and Relatives are meeting daily at Emmaccra Hotel and at his residence (Githurai 44) daily starting from 6 pm for funeral arrangements.

The burial will be held on 18/05/2019 at 10 am. The cortege will leave Kenyatta University Funeral home on 18/05/2019 at 6.30am followed by burial at their home Kasuku, Kawa kawa village, Lesirko Scheme, Ol joro-orok.

Obituary Image of Mama Nellie Akwiri Okaka Okello

Mama Nellie Akwiri Okaka Okello

It is with acceptance of God’s Will that we announce the transition of Mama Nellie Akwiri Okaka Okello who passed away on Wednesday 8th May 2019 at 6.45am.

Daughter of the late Mzee Hezekiah Okaka Onyango and the late Mama Debora Otira. Wife of the late William Odhiambo Okello. Mother of David Otieno Okello, Rosemary Amondi Okello, Joseph Ochieng’ Okello and the late Victor Morris Dimo Okello. Grandmother of Gabrielle Danyele Nellie Okello. Sister of Samuel Onyango Okaka, the late Matilda Auma Ong’or, the late Professor Douglas Odhiambo Okaka, the late Abner Ochieng’ Okaka and the late Christopher Adeny Okaka. Sister-in-law of Grace Odhiambo, Gertude Ochieng’, Elizabeth Onyango, the late Janet Adeny and the late Athanasio Ong’or of Gem Rae; Grace Hagoma Okumu, Engineer Mirulo Riako Okello, Nereah Riako Oyoya, Richard Oudia Okello, Rispah Anyango Muku, Francis Okomo-Okello and Paul Odindo Okello; and Mary Mirulo, Mildred Okomo, Mary Oudia, Sarah Omollo and Herine Odindo. Loving ‘Mama’ of several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are condoling daily at her residence at Jabavu Gardens, House No: 2 Off Jabavu Road, next to Kilimani Police Station.

A fundraising will be held on Saturday 18th May 2019 at the All Saints Cathedral Auditorium from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Contributions for the funeral arrangements can be sent to Pay Bill Number: 903569.

A church service will be held at the All Saints Cathedral on Tuesday 21st May 2019 from 12:00pm.

The funeral procession will depart from the Lee Funeral Home on Friday 24th May 2019, at 6:30am and proceed to her marital home in Nyangera Daho, West Yimbo Location, Bondo Sub-County, Siaya County.

She will be laid to rest on Saturday 25th May 2019 from 10.00am.

May God rest her soul in eternal peace.