Kellen Nkuene Kithinji

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing on of Kellen Nkuene Kithinji, who went to be with the Lord on 27th April 2026 following a battle with illness at Kenyatta University Teaching & Referral Hospital.

She was the last-born daughter of the late Ayubu Karungi and late Martha Ayubu.

She was the beloved wife of Ephantus Kithinji M’Arimi (retired Kenya Power Technician), loving mother of Kevin Mutugi and Mary; Ian Muthuri and Susan Wairimu; and Earnest Karani and cherished sister of Josphat Miriti, Beth Thambu, Zacharia Kirimi, late Jane Gacuka, late Agnes John, lace Justine Mbaya, late Juliet Kithinji and late Franklin Thuranira and Agnes Karegi.

Sister in law of Eng. Julius Riungu and Rosemary Riungu, Dr. Elijah and Dr Catherine Kirimi, Rachel Kainda and Muiruri, Kajuju, late Elias and Carol Gitonga, late Mbaabu and Christine Mbaabu.

Kellen was a dedicated nurse who worked for the Government of Kenya for many years before her retirement at Kanyakine Level 4 Hospital. She was also a committed Christian and a member of the Holiness and Repentance Ministry, Kanyakine Church.

The cortege will leave Kenyatta University Teaching & Referral Hospital Funeral Home (Kahawa West) on 5th May 2026 for the funeral service and thereafter burial at her home in Gaturumbari Village, Kanyakine location, Meru County.

Family and friends are meeting daily at Nairobi and her home in Meru from 5:30p,rn for prayers and burial preparations.

She will be remembered for her humility, dedication, and unwavering faith. Her legacy of service and kindness will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His faithful servants.”— Psalm 116:15