25th July 1937 ~ 5th May 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Maria Wikunza Muteshi, beloved wife of the tate Adrian Gilbert Muteshi.
A devoted and loving mother, she is fondly remembered by her children: Dr. Jacinta & Bruce Strachan, Dr. Betty & Dr Luke Musau, Anastasia & Mumo Mwendwa, John Libibi, Musanga Muteshi, and Musabi Muteshi.
She was a cherished grandmother of Katungulu & Emmanuel Jambo, Kyale Mwendwa, Nzamba Musau, Katanu Musau, and Mubasu Strachan, and a proud great-grandmother of Kalagba Jambo.
Born to the late Snr. Chief Thomas Shitakha and Elizabeth Musabi Shitakha, she was the sister of the late Charles Mabia, the late John Manyonge, the late Francis Wendoh, the late Veronica Mukabana, and the late Rose Lunnalo. She was a dear aunt to many, including Col. Gabriel Anyika, and was loved by many more family members and friends.
Friends and relatives are invited to gather at the family home in Lavington from Thursday, 8th May, through Saturday, 10th May, 2025 and will resume on Monday, 12th May, 2025 and Tuesday, 13th May, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
A requiem mass will be held on Wednesday, 14th May 2025, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Kileleshwa, Nairobi, at 10:00 AM.
The burial will take place on Friday, 16th May 2025, at Malinya, Kakamega.
Her kindness, beauty, wisdom, and unwavering love will forever remain in our hearts.
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
For those who wish to contribute, kindly send to “Maria Muteshi Send Off” Paybill #8061563