Mama Recho Cherono Sang

A Heartfelt Thank You

With hearts full of deep gratitude, We, the family of Mama Recho Sang, extend our sincere appreciation to all who stood with us spiritually, physically, and financially during our Matriarch’s time in hospital to her peaceful transition, and dignified final rest. In our hour of sorrow, you became our strength. Your prayers were a blanket of comfort, your presence a balm of Gilead, your giving an overflowing river of love.

From near and far, in sunshine and in rain, you walked with us, cried with us, held our hands and lifted our spirits. Your kindness has imprinted on our souls, a legacy of compassion we shall forever cherish.

Thank you for your time, your tears, your treasures and above all, for loving Mama Recho with us.

Mama, continue to rest in perfect peace, wrapped in the warmth of eternity and dancing among the angels. May your radiant spirit forever shine upon us, guiding our hearts and lighting our path with the love you so freely gave.

With sincere gratitude, the family of Mama Recho Sang

 

Ignatius Loyola Obwaku

Appreciation

 1945 – 2025

Dear Friends and Family, In our time of sorrow and pain, your love and support were our beacon of hope and light. The kindness, words of comfort and prayers you shared have given us strength and solace as we grieve our loss. As a family we are indebted by your outpouring of love.

We take this opportunity to thank God for the over 7 decades He graciously gave Ignatius to us. We would like to thank the clergy of the Catholic Diocese of Bungoma led by His Grace Bishop Mark Kadima, Director of Vocational Studies- Fr Collins Mambo, St Rose of Lima PP Rev Fr Bramwel Edewa, Rev Frs. L. Ekisa,D, Epaalat, D. Idodi, F. Ejilong, B.VVandera,M. Getou, Tabuche, A. Khisa, S. Owaya, M. Erapu, J. Oyoma, S. Ekada, C. Nakhero, F. Ekisa and A. VVanyonyi. Your messages of hope, spiritual nourishment and visits have strengthened us in this phase.

We would like to thank the Funeral Committee Chairmen — Uncle Prof Martin Etyang, Dr. George Tom Ekisa and Emmanuel En’golet Opakasi with their families for the amazing work and coordination they did in order to give dad a befitting send off.

Thanks to H.E First Gentleman of the County Government of Embu Hon Dennis Apaa- (nephew and close family friend to Mzee), H.E Gov Emeritus Hon S. Ojaamong, Deputy Governor Busia County Hon Arthur Odera, Hon Joseph Oyula MP Butula Constituency & His Family, Hon Eng Vincent Sidai, Dr. Anthony Omerikwa- CEO NACADA, Ms Jackline Kemunto Momanyi- CEO Lake Basin Development Authority, Asha Sitati-United Nations, SMA Formation House Nairobi, Oracle Corporation – who work with our daughter Winnie, Emuria FM, the following families Obwaku’s, Fundikonde’s, Opuko’s, Imo’s, Igara’s, Ikaruok Clan, Amollo’s, Odaba’s, the larger Abakhone family, Mukudi’s, Mumbo’s, Papa’s, Were’s , Nyamweya’s, Okisegere’s, Retired and Current Principals Busia, Chakol Families, the late Caroli Opakasi families( late Joseph, Peter & Ernest), Makenrs,Arumor’s, Makena Muriuki Family, Mukoya’s, Otwani’s, Odula’s, Oduma’s, Ojwang’s, Sidai’s, Kapten’s, Etyang’s, Omoding’s, Onyondo’s, Busolo’s, Gathura’s, Omuse’s, Afande’s, Fatcheoun’s, Mbati’s, Opondo’s, Mufoyongo’s, and friends of the family from Mombasa, Nairobi, Nakuru, Kisumu, Busia and Nambale.

To our service providers, to dad’s college of Doctors who attended to him in various stages of ailment, to the nurses, to Annacet Etyang- dad’s designate ambulance, Dr Oteba and the team of caregivers- Patrick, Emmanuel, Simon and Shadrack, May God richly bless you. Since it may not be humanly possible to thank each of you by name, kindly accept our message of gratitude.

There will be a Memorial Mass and candle lighting in honour of Ignatius at his Apokor home on the 9th of August at 10:00am. All are welcome!

I Thessalonians 5:18 Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

JANE FRIDA MUTHONI KABAKI

APPRECIATION

10th June 1965 – 7th July 2025

Muthoni Rubia, the daughter of the late Jane Muthoni Kabaki, together with the Kabaki Family, wish to express our heartfelt appreciation and deepest gratitude to all who stood with us during the most difficult time following her demise.

We give thanks to the Almighty God, the giver of life and the comforter of hearts, for the times and seasons He allowed us to share with Jane.

We wish to extend special thanks to ACK St. Mark’s Church, Westlands, St. Mark’s Mother’s Union, St. Mark’s Choir as well as ACK Christ Church, Westlands, Christ Church Kyuna cell, ACK St. Luke’s, Ting’ang,’a Church and the BSF Loresho group – thank you for lifting our spirits with our presence and ministry.

We arc grateful for the support from various groups Kyuna Crescent and Grevillea Residents Association, Kyuna Pioneer Women’s group, Cancer Survivors Association of Kenya, Kilele Group, Parklands Primary School Alumni, Nairobi Girls Alumni, Green Fields Alumni, SNDBX, MN’ 90 Lawyers, friends and colleagues of Jane’s siblings, with special thanks to Cabinet Secretary Hon. Rebecca Miano EGH, who took time to condole with the family. We also appreciate MP Shah Hospital, where Jane received compassionate care during her illness.

To all medical staff and caregivers- thank you. Special thanks to .lane’s nurses including, Mishinah, Sharinne and caregivers Stacy and Sarah as well as all the support staff at home, who have walked with us during this journey, especially Mark, Francis, Carol, Esther and Lilian who tirelessly gave their time and dedicated support.

To all relatives, friends from the USA, South Africa and all over the world, as well as colleagues who visited, prayed, condoled with us, and supported us in countless ways—we were deeply touched by your love and generosity.

To the Funeral Organizing Committee, we are immensely grateful for your tireless efforts and thoughtful support in ensuring that we gave Jane a most befitting send-off. Special thanks to Dr. S.N.K. Waweni for his leadership and wise counsel, the Waweru, Chira and Nderi family for holding us up even as they grieved the loss too.

While we may not be able to thank everyone individually, kindly accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere appreciation to all who walked and continue walking this journey with us. Your support has been more than overwhelming,

John Kimani H. Mwangi

Appreciation

We, the family of the late Mr and Mrs John Kimani H. Mwangi extend our deepest and heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming outpouring of love, prayers, and unwavering support shown to us during his illness and demise.

We take this opportunity to thank God for the over 7 decades He graciously gave Dad to us.

We are grateful to Metropolitan Hospital, RFH Specialist and Bahati hospital Joska for their exceptional care, with special appreciation to Dr. Beatrice Muthui-Mutua, for her dedication and compassion during his most critical moments and dedicated home caregivers lead by Julius Otieno who lovingly cared for Dad over the past five years. Dad lived a life full of purpose, passion, and grace especially through his love for family.

Our sincere thanks to our neighbours and friends from Donholm, Joska, Huruma, Leshau, Charina and the MD Sawela lodges Peter Kimani who stood by him and honoured his journey.

To our spiritual shepherds and congregations St Lucia catholic church -Joska, Bishop John Mwangi of Full gospel Churches Joska — Nairobi East District, Canon Charles Chege Vicar ACK St James Buruburu, Venerable Joseph Njakai —Vicar ACK St Andrews Nanyuki, Holy trinity catholic church — Kariobangi where Dad and Mum served, Father Peter Kiarie Kigamba — Mutang’a St. Martins of Tours Leshau  your prayers, presence, financial and spiritual encouragement uplifted our hearts when we needed it most.

Thankful to all friends and family near and far who walked with us. Since it may not be humanly possible to thank each of you by name, kindly accept our message of gratitude. Forever grateful-Peter Mwangi (Kapii), Dan Macharia, Hannah Muthui, Evalynn Kimani, Lydia Kimani, Eric Kimani(New Ganju whole sailers), Mwai Maina(Span fabricators) and Eunice Mwangi

“I thank my God every time I remember you” -Philippians 1:3

Rosalind Muthoni Waithaka

Appreciation

Sunrise: 21st March 1959 – Sunset: 11th July 2025 

We, the family of the late Rosalind Muthoni Waithaka would like to convey our sincere gratitude for the overwhelming support extended to us following her demise on 11th July 2025.

Special thanks to the following persons/ groups for their extraordinary support: • All our family, friends and colleagues for your prayers, words of encouragement and financial support. • PCEA Ongata Rongai Church, led by Reverend David Gikonyo • Funeral organising committees in Nairobi and Muranga. • Dr. Kinoti Ndege & Dr Waweru Munyi. • AVA Nursing Care. • Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home on Mbagathi Road.

As it may not be possible to reach each one of you directly, please accept our sincere gratitude for your incredible support during this period. Your expression of sympathy has been of great comfort to us. May God bless you all.

“Rejoice with them that do rejoice and weep with them that weep. Amen” • Romans 12:15

 

Esther Wambui Gikonyo

APPRECIATION

Sunrise: 1920 – Sunset: 9th July, 2025

We, the family of the late Esther Wambui Gikonyo, wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our relatives, friends and well-wishers for the overwhelming support, prayers, messages of condolence, and presence during our time of grief.
Your comforting words, visits, phone calls, and generous contributions gave us strength and helped ease the burden of our loss.

We are grateful to Rev. Fr. Nicholas Kiboi – Father in charge Mary Mother of Graces Catholic Parish Marmanet, and the community at large, Rev Fr. John Githinji – Father in charge Regina Caeli Parish Karen/ Nairobi, and Dr. John K. Githinji of St. Monica Hospital Ol Jabet, who over the years readily attended to Maitil whenever the need arose.

While it is not possible to thank each one of you individually, please accept our sincere appreciation. May God bless you abundantly and reward you for your kindness.

With deep gratitude, The Gikonyo Kambo Family

 

Mama Priscah Kwamboka Nyakoe (Osiri)

Appreciation

Born: 1929 – Rested: 2025

We, the family of Priscah Kwamboka Nyakoe (Osiri), who was laid to rest on 18th July 2025 at her home in Keginga Village, Nyamira County, wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the friends, family, colleagues, and compassionate souls who supported us during this time of loss, following the resting of our cherished and beloved Mama Priscah.

To the Mwamasaki family, our relatives, and friends, Keginga community, religious leaders, church congregations, and choirs (Pr Jackline ‘Nyasani, Pr Joshua Murimi and Pr Moses Dayan deserves special mention), funeral committees and all service providers, medical staff and caregivers (Dr Mongare Onsomu and Nakuru Specialist Hospital deserves special mention), colleagues and employers (The KTDA, TSC and Ministry of Health fraternities deserves a special mention) and to everyone who sent condolences, offered financial support, or showed love in any way: We extend our deepest appreciation for your unwavering support, comforting words, thoughtfulness and presence during that difficult time.Your love, prayers, and acts of kindness were a great source of strength which provided solace and helped ease our burden and remind us of the strong bonds that united us all as we bid farewell to our dear mother. In closing, we want to express our deepest appreciation to each and every one of you who has played a part, big or small, in honouring the memory of our beloved mother, Priscah Kwamboka Nyakoe. Your love, support, and presence have been a source of comfort and strength as we grieve her loss and celebrate her life.

To God be the glory and honour.

Samuel 7:12 NIV —”..Thus far the LORD has helped us”

 

 

 

 

Mwalimu Robert Onyango Obori

Appreciation

We, the family of the late Mwalimu Robert Onyango Obori, sincerely thank you for helping us bury our dad peacefully on 19/7/2025.

We particularly thank Rev/Fr/Dr. William Fryda, Founder and CEO of St. Mary’s and St. Joseph Rift Valley Hospitals, and the hospital staff and Nursing students, for treating Mwalimu as one of their own until his final journey. Thank you Seth and Rose Manera, Principal Francis Muthiri, Francis Wambugu, Dr. Collins & Elizabeth Malalu, Dr. Boniface Mutiso, Ruth Kamau, Mercy Nyambura, Christine Baraza, Silas Odhiambo, Peter Mwaniki, Kamau Miringu,Alex Mambo, John Ndegwa, Elijah Mwangi, Collins Mbinda, Priscah Kamau, and Julia Ekhuya, for coming home. We thank CITAM Nakuru leaders who came led by Beris Odak, Pst. Abel Moriasi,Timothy Rimu, Steve Kibiro, together with the CITAM Nakuru Gilgil Safari-Group members led by Josphine Mbaya, Ruth Ondieki, David Chege, Jane Karanja, and Dr. Nicholas & May Auma.Your presence at home spoke more than words. We thank the Principal Mr. Richard Kenduiywo, and staff of Cheptenye Boys High School and KUPPET Kericho branch; the Principal of Kajiado East TVC Dr. Josyline Nkonge, D/Principal Academics, Mr.Wesley Mosigisi, Mr. Joshua Koyiet and the entire KETVC staff, the Head of Institution Kibos Special School for the blind Madam Carolyne Templer and the entire staff, for coming home.Thank you Parkinson’s Support Group Kenya for coming, donating a wheelchair, and supporting our mom who has advanced Parkinson’s disease.

We thank the medical colleagues who came, including Dr. Loice Sitienei, Prof. Samson Ndege, Dr. Justus Nondi, Dr. Nicodemus Odundo, Dr. Nixon Omulimi, Dr. Dan Ndiwa, Dr. Phillip Owiti, Dr. Hellen Ondeng’, Dr. Godfrey& Agatha Maronga, Dr. Alex Makau, Dr. Steve Musyoka, Dr. Oliver Kiaye, and Dr. Phillip Owino. Thank you Dr. Liz Khisa and the 2003 Moi University Med School Alumni group.

We appreciate Mwalimu’s siblings led by Mr. Samuel Odima, Elizabeth Ojwang and Pst. Mary Arodi, the in-laws from Kamgan (led by Cpt.Aduong’o), JoKabienge, JoKano, JoNyamira, JoGem, and JoKendu. Thank you so much for coming.

We appreciate the generosity of Mwalimu’s and his family’s friends, associates and colleagues, especially Soko Alumni group, Dr. Job Mogire (USA), Rev. Habil Ogolla, the Maronga family, the Auma family, Ondulo Marunda family led by Prof. Bernard Otieno Aduda, the Akeyo family, Kogola Clan led by Bernard Ochola; his maternal cousins from Kajimbo led by Samuel Odero and Raphael Owaka; paternal cousins led by Caleb Odede, Fred Abong’o, Amos Ocholla, Seth Ondulo; Mwalimu’s elderly friends including Johnson Osumba and Elly Otieno; his nephews led by Kenneth Obori, JokaManga; Nyikwa Obori led by Albert Owino, Michael Owako, Seth Ogutu, Lilly Ojwang, Edwin Odima, Daniel Ogutu, Dr. Kenneth Odhiambo, Julie, Dan, Norma, Eve, Maureen, Pat, Joe, Maryanne, Nelly, Frank, Nahashon, Emily, Winny, Jackie Arodi, Tom, Peres, Betty. Amon, Dorothy, Janet, Job, Rosemary, and others. Mama Lilly-Jane’s long term friends including Mrs. Mary Kaluo, Mrs. Phoebe Abonyo, among others, for being physically present for mama.

Thank you Fr. Charles Ouma of St. Christina Kogola Catholic Church, Fr. Paul Ojore of St. Boniface Aluor Catholic Church, Holy Trinity Catholic Church Sondu, Pst. Sylvester Agwambo of Soko AIC, and Rev. Collins Muema, Snr Pastor of CITAM Nakuru.

We thank Snr. Chief Alloys Juma and A/Chief Walter Oguche, Pap Onditi OCS Mr. Bernard Tuei for security, Pst, Kevin Jaoko and Falcon Catering Services for your excellent services, and the delegation from Kisumu Governor’s office led by Carolyne Agwanda.

We thank all the families, friends, colleagues and associates of Mwalimu and his family both within Kenya and abroad (South Africa, USA, Canada, UK, Nigeria, Namibia, and Botswana) for making his burial successful and memorable.You came in your hundreds and hundreds! God bless you!

Mrs. Lilly-Jane Onyango, Anthony Job & Christine Onyango, Dr. Vonwicks C. & Sharon Onyango, Maxson & Tabitha Omondi, Jefferson & Emily Okeyo, and Carolyne Akinyi & Fredrick Otieno.

Francis Mbiyu Nguru

Appreciation

26th November 1916 – 28th June 2025

We, the family of the late Francis Mbiyu Nguru, celebrate and honour his remarkable 108-year journey. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend, whose life was marked by wisdom, strength, and enduring love.

As we laid him to rest on Er July 2025, we were deeply moved by the overwhelming support shown through prayers, visits, messages, calls, contributions, and presence from friends, family, and community near and far.

Special thanks to the doctors at Halisi Family Hospital, Kitengela, his caregivers Henry and Richard, and the clergy and church communities of St. Stephen Ndumbuini, St. Mary’s Kabete, A.C.K. St. Polycarp Pangani, A.C.K. Salama Church Thika and BSF Ruai and Kitengela. To our dear friends from The Mbuzi Group (Mombasa), Dusk and Dawn (Nairobi), NABC (Nakuru),and to the organizing committees in Kitengela and Ndumbuini, your love and support meant the world to us. May God bless you abundantly for walking with us during this time.

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” — Psalm 91:1

 

 

Dinah Kerubo Nyakweba

Appreciation

Sunrise: 27/12/1973 – Sunset: 92/06/2025

We, the family of the late Dinah Kerubo Nyakweba from Mosocho, Kitutu Central, Kisii County wish to express our heartfelt appreciation and deep gratitude to all who stood with us during the most difficult time following her untimely demise.

The late Dinah was beloved wife to Kennedy Nyakweba, Deputy Headteacher Mariba Comprehensive School, Kisii. She was mother to Zachary Nyakweba, Faith Moraa and Ruth Nyaboke.

To our extended family, friends, colleagues, neighbours. and well-wishers your prayers, kind words of encouragement, visits, financial support and presence brought us immense comfort and strength during our period of grief.

Special thanks to the funeral organizing committee for your tireless effort in ensuring a dignified and befitting farewell for our beloved mother.

We are especially grateful to Rubi SDA Church, where Mum faithfully fellowshipped, for the spiritual nourishment she received throughout her life and for the honorable send-off you gave her.

We extend sincere appreciation to the doctors and management of Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital for the compassionate care and dedication you showed to Mum during her time in hospital.Your efforts did not go unnoticed.

To her brothers-in-law: David, James, Lawrence, George, Ronald, John, Moses, Jeremiah, Omwando, Zakayo, Joseph, Evans, Naftali, Joshua, and Silas we thank you deeply. To her sisters-in-law Dorcah, Queen, Gladys, Grace, Catherine, Beatrice, Esther, Zipporah, Everlyn, Marcella, and Mary Moraa your love and support will forever remain etched in our hearts. Our-special gratitude also goes to her nephews and nieces.We also sincerely thank her parents, Nelson Kebira and Abigael Kemunto, for the love and foundation they gave her.

Our appreciation goes to the following groups and institutions who stood with us: Mosocho Lady Teachers, Kisii Special School Teachers, Mosocho Welfare Teachers, Getembe Zone Teachers, Bogeka PAG staff members and subordinate staff, Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT), Teachers Service Commission representatives, Riotoigo Boda Boda Stage Members, Bogetagonka Welfare, Nyanchwa Teachers Welfare, Nation Media Group, Pastors, elders, and church members from various churches and districts especially Pastor Ferdinand Nyakundi and Pastor Nyagaka.

While it is not possible to mention each person individually, please accept this message as a token of our sincere appreciation for the overwhelming love and support we received. You walked with us then, and may you continue to walk this journey with us.

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.,” — 2 Timothy 4:7 —