Florence Mumbi Macharia

Appreciation

We the family of Florence Mumbi Macharia, Keguro, Sonny, Shiru and Kui, together with our children would like to appreciate and thank all those who took care of mum, contributed and made it possible to give her a wonderful send off.

In particular we would like to appreciate: Rev. Njeru, Rev. Nguyo and Rev. Karanja of Loresho Community PCEA Church and all the other pastors who ministered to us during this time. Dr. Jane Miano for your kind words of wisdom and the advice you accorded us, Nyawira Miano for keeping a close eye on Keguro, Dr. Jean Kagia and Nairobi Hospital staff, Doctors and staff members of Fortis hospital India, Dr. Nancy Kunyiha of Aga Khan hospital, Dr. Davey (Meditest clinic) and staff at MP Shah hospital for the incredible care accorded to mum, Dr. Chacha for being her strong tower and praying with her even as you carried out your procedures, Sister Wambui, Mrs Mau, (fondly referred to as “Aunty porridge”), for your constant supply of porridge, Mrs. Nellius Kariuki for the constant supply of fresh farm produce, Mrs. Jane Kariuki, Mrs. Muriithi, Mrs, Njoroge, Mrs Kamau, Mrs. Gichaga, Mr & Mrs Gitau, for your constant unwavering visits, Loresho worship team for singing and praying with mum, Loresho community church as a whole, Golden ladies and Circle of Hope, Women’s Guild Community, led by Esther Macharia — Amazing women of God we thank-you, Aunty Njeri (Mum’s sister and Aunty Kui (mums’ sister in law, ) mum’s close friends who kept her amused with shared experiences, Sonny’s ‘boys ‘ who were always there protecting us, all our friends and relatives who stood by us and comforted us and last but not least, to our awesome brother Keguro, who selflessly gave of himself to mum to ensure that she was always well taken care of and given the best comfort possible — we thank-you. God bless you all abundantly.

It is only in the harsh times that we really know what true love is.

Fare thee well Mum, we will see you on the other side.

Proverbs 23: 10-11 – Do not move an ancient boundary stone or encroach on the fields of the fatherless, for their Redeemer is strong; He will take up their case against you.