It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of John Kipkemboi Sum on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
Son of the late Gilbert Kipkoech Sum and the late Emilyana Sum of Kabiyet, Nandi County.
Loving husband of Anne Chelagat and Janet Wanyama. Devoted father of Josephat, Joy, Stacy, Jeff, Angela and Agatha.
A treasured brother of the late Jane, the late Alfred, the late Anne, the late Magdalene, Priscila, Beatrice, Geoffrey, and Irene.
He was a cherished grandfather, uncle, cousin, nephew, mentor, and friend co many.
Relatives and friends are meeting daily for prayers and funeral arrangements at his rural homes in Kabiyet and Sugoi and at St Paul’s University Chapel in Nairobi.
A requiem mass will be held on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at St Paul’s University Chapel, Nairobi.
The cortege leaves Nairobi for an overnight vigil in Kabiyet, Nandi County, on Friday, July 18. Burial will take place at his home in Kabiyet on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
We honour a life well-lived, a humble soul who walked in grace, uplifted others, and left behind a legacy of love, kindness, and faith.