Mr. Benjamin Gathura King’ori

1964 – 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Benjamin Gathura King’ori, CEO of Petro Oil Kenya Limited, on Friday, 12th December, 2025.

He was the cherished son of the late Mwalimu Peter Gathura King’ori and the late Ndigwako Bertha King’ori and son-in-law of the late Fridah Kavili Mutyambai.

Beloved husband of Rhoda Mueni King’ori. Loving father of Rita, Brenda and Petersamson King’ori.

He was a devoted brother of the late Dr. Subila Wangui King’ori, Elizabeth Mumbi and Charles Chadri, the late Maryanne Anganile Wangari King’ori, David and Caroline King’ori. He was a loving uncle and friend to many.

BG touched the lives of many through his kindness. lively spirit humility and compassion. Benjamin also devoted himself to community service through the Wema Centre, where he served as Board Chair from 2009 For over 16 years, his leadership, integrity, dedication and compassion helped transform Wema into a beacon of hope. He championed vulnerable children with Integrity, compassion, and tireless dedication, leaving a lasting mark on the institution and all who knew him.

Meetings will be held at the family home on Mukinduri Road, off Forest Edge Road, from 300 p m., and at All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi, from 5:30 p.m., beginning Monday, 15th December through Wednesday, 17th December 2025.

A memorial service is scheduled for Thursday, 18th December 2025, at 12:00 noon at All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi.

The burial service will take place on Saturday, 20th December 2025, at the family home in Naromoru (3.1 km from Kakuret Shopping Centre).

“The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.” — Job 1:21