Obituaries

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Christopher Athony Mwangi Maina

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the promotion to glory of Christopher Anthony Mwangi Maina on November 7 2016 in the UK.
Son of the late Ishmael Maina Karanja and the late Grace Wanjiru Maina.
Brother of Cyrus M Maina (formerly of CRF), Ambassador S.K Maina (Japan), Jacquiline Maina (formerly of Eco Bank), Pauline N Njeru and Francis G Maina (UK).
Funeral arrangements, venues and burial dates will be announced later.
“The Lord giveth and taketh away.
Blessed be HIs name” Job 1:22
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Henry Magu Kahigu

7th Anniversary

April 26, 1936 — December 3, 2009

It is 7 years since you went to be with the Lord. We dearly miss you.
Although you are physically gone, you are forever in our hearts.
Fondly remembered by your wife, children, grandchildren, family and friends.
There will be a memorial service on Friday 9th December 2016 at Uhuru Farm in Ol Kalou, Nyandarua County, starting at 9.30 am.
Your presence will be highly appreciated.
 
 Rest in peace. 
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Jeremiah Muviku Kyalo

Appreciation
We the family of the late Jeremiah Muviku Kyalo, would like to convey our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all the friends, family, colleagues and well-wishers for the overwhelming support during this difficult period following his passing.
We found comfort in your prayers, compassion, financial and in kind contributions and visits.
We would like to thank AIC Plainsview for your diligent prayers and for walking with us throughout this difficult journey.
Special acknowledgement goes to AIC Plainsview choir “The Grour”, Rev. Dr. Mwalwa-AIC Milimani, AIC Kali, as well as those who worked tirelessly to give our beloved Husband, Dad and grandfather, a dignified send off.
Since it would not be possible to thank each and every person individually, please accept our heartfelt  appreciation for your presence, generosity and most of all your prayers.
God Bless you. 
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Enid Kanjiru Kithinji

Appreciation 
We, family of the late Enid Kanjiru Kithinji wish to convey our most sincere gratitude and appreciation to The Almighty God, our relatives, friends and well-wishers for your overwhelming support in the form of messages of sympathy, personal visits, financial and material contributions, and above all, prayers following the passing on of our beloved mother.
We wish to extend special appreciation to the following: PCEA parishes and congregations: PCEA West Coast Parish, Mbagathi Parish; Chaani, Kieni, Ruiru, Ruai, Kiamatheu, Tassia, Kiamutiga & Nyeri Presbytery; the respective Woman’s Guild, and the clergy. We appreciate: Kilindini KNUT Branch, the entire Kilindini teaching fraternity, Kwa Hola Primary School staff; Principal, staff and students of Chogoria Girls’ High School; Headteacher, staff and pupils of Mwimbi Boarding Primary School; Principal and Staff of Alliance Girls’ High School; the organizing committees in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kieni and Mucogomo; Lunga Lunga Police Station; Regional Coordinator Eastern (Embu); LFIU (CID Headquaters); KNEC, Immigration Department, Dagoretti High School, KRA staff; National Government Administration — Maara District.
May Almighty God bless you abundantly. Amen 
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Beatrice Nyakoa Amunga

IN LOVING MEMORY

1947 – 2015 

One year has passed since that sad day, when the one we loved was called away. God took her home. It was His will, but in our hearts she lives still. Mama, a million times we’ve needed you, a million times we’ve cried. If love could have saved you, you would still be with us. In our hearts you hold a place no one else could ever fill.
Dearly missed and remembered by your children, grandchildren, relatives and friends.
Forever in our hearts, Singing with the Angels.
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Rispa Apiyo Odongo

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of our beloved Mama Rispa Apiyo Odongo of South Sakwa, Got Abiero Sub-Location on 13/11/2016. Daughter of the late Chief Joshua Rabala and Roda Rabala. Wife of Benedict Odongo Onjuro. Mother of the late Vincent Nyawara, George Omondi, Milcah Achieng, Beatrice Yugi, Lawrence Abiero, Denis Otieno and Austine Omoke. Sister of Manase Jurna, Jane Akeyo and the late Erastus Rabala. Grandmother of Diana Atieno, Calder Otieno, Russel Oduor, Reeze Ochieng, Collins Otieno, Michael Odongo, Danise Zawadi, Martina Atieno, Ryan Yugi, Emmanuel Yugi, Ian Chore, Gabriel Odongo, Michael Munene, Joseph Hawi, Grace Ng’uono, Shiphrah Shahidi, Iris lnaya and Elianna Faraja. Mother-in-law of Roseline Nyakombo, Susan Owino, Clement Oduor, Isaac Owilla, Caroline Munene and Juliet Mutheu.
Friends and relatives will meet at Norwich Union House 7th floor room 5A on Friday 18th November 2016 and Monday 21st November 2016 from 5pm.
The cortege leaves Matangwe Funeral Home on Friday 25/11/ 016 for a funeral service at Got Abiero Catholic Church at 1pm. Mama Rispa will be laid to rest at her home in South akwa, Got Abiero Sub-Location on Saturday 26/11/2016.
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Pauline Atieno Okech

Appreciation 

We, the family of the late Pauline Atieno Okech wish to thank God for the years He gave her to live and interact with us here on earth, We also wish to convey our sincere gratitude and appreciation to relatives, in-laws, friends, both committees in Nairobi and Rapogi, well-wishers and to all those who stood with us during the trying period when Pauline was in ICU, the fundraising and the final journey to lay our beloved Pauline to rest.
The overwhelming moral support you gave us through your prayers, messages of comfort and encouragement, your time commitment and financial contributions helped us to be strong and to give Pauline a dignified send off. We will forever be grateful.
We also wish to appreciate all the efforts made by Dr. J.A.Aluoch and his team of doctors, nurses and staff of the Nairobi Hospital. Our special thanks also go to the Chaplain of Nairobi Hospital who administered the last rites to Pauline, the Priests who conducted the requiem masses at Holy Trinity Catholic Church Kileleshwa and St. Monica Catholic Church Rapogi and the burial ceremony at the family farm in Kuna village. To the congregations and the wonderful choirs at Kileleshwa and Rapogi, thank you for your prayers and active participation at the requiem masses, ensuring we had a befitting farewell for our beloved Pauline.
To each one of you, accept our heartfelt gratitude for your invaluable support in every way.
Your kindness was a comfort and a great source of strength. 
May the Almighty God bless you abundantly, Amen 
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Mama Charlotte Mkalla

Appreciation

We the family of the late Mr Harold Mwambodze Mkalla of Maziani Village, Samburu Division, Kwale County wish to thank the entire Methodist Church in Kenya, relatives and friends for your messages of condolence, prayers and contributions and financial gifts which enabled us to give our beloved, Mama Charlotte Mkalla a befitting farewell on the 22nd October 2016.
Special thanks to doctors and nurses of Coast General, The Governor Kwale County, Deputy Governor Mombasa County, The Royal Media Services, ICDC and the Principals of Mazeras High School and Mazeras Girls’ Secondary School.
We may not be able to mention all by name but you all made us strong during that very trying time.
Mama’s faith was a pillar throughout her life’s journey.
“To be absent in the body is to be present in the Lord.” 
She has fought a good fight, ran the race and won the crown. Praise be to God “Barilkiweni.” 
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Rosemary Mumbi Kibathi – Krause

 It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Rosemary Mumbi Kibathi – Krause.
Daughter of the late Ex-Senior Chief John Kibathi Gitangu and the late Elizabeth Muthoni Kibathi of Kiriko village, Ng’enda, Gatundu South.
Mother of Ken Krause (Germany). Sister of Regina Waruiru Ngatia, Felistus Wanja, Fredrick Kuria, Francis Thuo, Sir Guitar, Joyce Mumbi, Bob Kinyanjui, Kibathi D.O (Thika), Lucy Mwangi Thayu, the late Pius Kibathi, the late Waruiru Kahangara, the late Sarah Mumbi Kigwe among others.
Aunt of Francis Kirungie Ngatia (Venture Capital Investment), Jacinta Wanjiru (Nakuru), the late George Kibathi, Joel Ngatia (USA), Muthoni Ngatia, Mwaura Ngatia (Muranga County), Muigai, Njeri, Wanjiku, Thuo Ngatia, Charles Kiarie, Kibathis, Thuos and Wambura family.
Family and friends are meeting daily at Kiriko village, Ng’enda, Gatundu South and at Sagret Hotel, Milimani on Friday 18th November 2016 and Monday 21st November 2016 from 6pm.
Relatives and friends will have prayers on Sunday 20th November 2016 at 2pm at Kiriko village.
The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Mortuary on Wednesday 23/11/2016 at 9am thereafter prayers and burial will follow at family home, Kiriko, Ng’enda, Gatundu South  12pm.
Rest in peace Rosemary, till we meet again, we love you but God loves you most Amen 
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Lawrence Kamau

1974 – November 14 2016
It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of our beloved Lawrence Kamau of Lawkam Motors on Monday 14th Nov 2016 at 11pm at Alexandria Cancer Center Eldoret.
Beloved son of Peter Gitagia and Lucy Gitagia of Nakuru Town Teachers Estate. Husband of the late Naomi VVairimu. Father of the late Wegler Wangoi, Ruth Wacuka, Sammy Gitagia and Elizabeth Wangoi. Brother of late Grace Wanjiku, Iryne Wambui, Elijohn Njema and Herman Kimani. Nephew of Stephen, Mash Kinyozi, Mbogo, Wambui and Wanjiru. Son-in-law of Simon Ndegwa and Grace Wacuka of Nakuru. Cousin of Godfrey Gatonye, Francis, Duncan among others.
The burial arrangements are taking place daily at his home West Indies Estate near Christian Growth Church.
The cortege heaves MTRH Hospital Mortuary an 21st November 2016.
He will be laid to rest at Kiplombe Cemetery Eldoret on the same day..
In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you remain forever