Florence Wangari Gathaara

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Florence Wangari Gathaara on March 14, 2026, in India.
Born on September 26, 1958.

Florence was the devoted wife of Zachary Gathaara and the beloved daughter of the late Alexander Githanda and the late Charity Wambui. She was a dear sister of Wanjiru, Macharia, Njeri, Maina,Wachira, and the late Mwangi and Wahito.

She was also the loving mother of Ruth, Shalom, Rachel, Benjamin, George, and the late David. She was a beloved aunt and grandmother to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily for prayers at 5:00 pm at her residence in Kahawa Sukari (Kericho Road, 2nd North Avenue).

The cortege will leave Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital (KUTRRH) Mortuary on Wednesday 8th April 2026, at 6.30am, for burial in Ihururu Village, Tetu Sub-county in Nyeri County.