1St Anniversary & Appreciation

Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us always.

The void remains huge but God’s grace is sufficient.

We also wish to express our sincere appreciation to relatives, friends and family all well-wishers who stood with us.

In God’s hands may you continue to rest in peace and in our hearts you remain forever.

1935-2017

Appreciation

The family of the late James Ngaruiya Mbugua, wish to express our gratitude to all those who stood by us during this very difficult time We deeply appreciate and give thanks to each -and every one of you for your love, kindness, prayers, words of support, messages of sympathy, gifts and material support. Please accept our sincere appreciation for all you did for us,

A special thank you to his physicians, Dr. Daniel Mukiri Githegi and Dr Brenda Kiiru, the medical staff of Avenue Hospital and of MP Shah Hospital and also to all those who attended to him during his illness.

We thank the PCEA Church, particularly Rev Edward Karanja. Rev Nehemiah Mburu and Elder Charles Karigithu, PCEA Thindigua parish, PCEA St. Joseph Ngwaci, Rungiri and PCEA St. Margarets Church, Mombasa and also Nairobi Chapel and Mamlaka Hill Chapel for their ministry, pastoral care and prayers during this season.

We want to also thank the funeral committee who worked tirelessly and with total dedication led by Mr. Booker Mbugua, family and friends who supported us specifically the Saba Pulse, Arata and Quantified Tamati groups, the Limuru and Kiambu Golf Club ladies, KAPS Limited, Genghis Capital and last but not least the partners and staff of Mboya,Wangongu &Waiyaki.

All glory to God who held us up during this period.

Please accept this as a personal and humble expression of our appreciation and gratitude.

1 Thessalonians 1:2 We always thank God for all of you and continually mention you in our prayers.  

1st Anniversary and Appreciation

Mzee Immanuel Ndiritu Theuri and Family commemorates one year since your departure

The gap you left has been hard to fill, but we are encouraged to know that you are with your maker. The memories of your love, sense of humor, stories and laughter will forever linger in us.

We take this opportunity to thank all our extended family, friends and neighbors who stood with us during this difficult time.

We sincerely appreciate the congregations of Munyu PCEA Parish; PCEA Immanuel Church Huhoi-ini; and the Moderator of PCEA Langata Parish Rev. Maina and the entire congregation for their support throughout the funeral arrangement period.

Kindly accept our heartfelt appreciation as sign of our immeasurable gratitude and may God bless you all

September 20,1952 to June 13, 2017

The family of the late Mama Norah Rose Aliaro Anam wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Almighty God for blessing us with a loving mother, grandma, sister, aunt and cousin. We wish to express our deep appreciation and gratitude for the prayers and messages of support and sympathy received through personal visits, telephone calls and social media from many loving relatives from Kirinyaga, Uholo and Kianjuri family, friends, clergy and neighbours. We sincerely thank each one of you by name for the overwhelming generosity and support following the promotion to glory of our beloved darling mother, grandma, sister, aunty, cousin and best friend.

Special mention to, H.E Peter Munya, H.E Wycliffe Oparanya, H.E Ranguma, Governor Kisumu County, H.E DG Kizito Wangalwa, H.E DG Adelina Mwau, Hon. Richard Tongi Nyaribari Chache Constituency, Hon. Asanyo, H.E Olivia Ranguma, H.E Prisca Oparanya and H.E Elizabeth Ongwae for their home visitations and presence at mum’s send off ceremony. Chairman Council of Governors H.E Josephat Nanok and all Excellency Governors for their support and messages of condolences.

We also thank the Nairobi Funeral Committee, The Council of Governors secretariat, Kisumu County Government, friends from Australia, Kajulu neighbours, Semprefi Eklessia Group, Widows Group, 60+ Group, Abatsoi Group, Mothers Union St. James Buruburu, Lemb Dholuo Group, Senior Women Citizens for Change, Butere Girls Alumni, Liranda Girls Alumni, Bosamaro Representatives, Ikonge Representatives, Ekerenyo Representatives, Borabu Representatives and the entire Nyamira people for providing invaluable support in ensuring a befitting send off.

To the Vicar, the clergy and the entire leadership of St James ACK church in Buruburu with special mention to Rev Trajan Bwesijye,ACK Konya Church Kajulu who assisted the family in giving mama a very fitting farewell notwithstanding their kind messages of encouragement, we say thank you.

We thank the Ambulance team that rescued Mama at KICC on the morning of 13th June 2017, the Doctors and medical team that attended to Mama at Better Living SDA clinic.The Doctor who made calls to family members to get to the hospital in the shortest time possible. May the Lord bless you as you continue to serve humanity.

2nd Timothy 4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

Sept 1993 — July 2016

1st Anniversary/Appreciation

Days have turned to one year since the most painful moment when the cruel hand of death snatched you from us. We miss you dearly and your smile, humbleness and respect remains fresh in our hearts.

The void remains huge but God’s Grace has been sufficient.

You will forever remain in our hearts.

Fondly remembered by Dad, Mum, Brother Tim, Grandma, Uncles, Cousins Nephews nieces and friends.

We also express our sincere appreciation to relatives, friends and all well-wishers who stood with us and continue to stand with us.

Your overwhelming love, kindness, prayers and support will forever remain in our hearts.

Special thanks to KCB staff, KPC staff, CRC Church Kawangware, PEFA Church Chebarus and many others.

God bless you abundantly.

We, the family of the late Chesang Cheptugen Kapakwei Kaptaiwa clan would like to sincerely thank God and all of you who stood with us recently as we bid farewell to our beloved Koko Elizabeth Chesang who went to be with the Lord on 25th June,2017.

We express special appreciation to Kapkessum dispensary, Kapkessum catholic church among others. Elgeyo-Marakwet County led by the Governor H.E Eng. Alex Tolgos, relatives, friends, uncles, aunties and the entire Kapkessum fraternity and its environs. Special thanks also go to Mr. Kariuki’s family and friends in Britain.

We are grateful for your prayers, kindness, material support and in seeing us through the difficult time; we are also glad for the joy, blessing and comfort you brought to our family as we celebrate matriarchs’ life and legacy. She left a living legacy in many grandchildren who span all walks of life.

Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted. Mathew 5:8

May God rest her soul in peace.

Appreciation/Thanksgiving

We the Kimani Family take this opportunity to appreciate and thank all our friends, family, churches and the funeral committee for the support and care shown during the difficult period following the passing on of our beloved late Kevin Kabogo Kimani.

We are deeply touched. You rallied immediately, consoled us and came together to help us navigate through this sad loss. During this time, your calls, texts and prayers & God’s Grace kept us going. We appreciate the personal financial sacrifices you made. Beyond the funds, you invested your time, thoughts and your presence – they mean a lot.

Truly we have an amazing God and we have seen His goodness through each and every one of you. To the individuals and groups (Nakuru, Nairobi, Kiambu, Githunguri & USA), kindly accept our deepest gratitude. We thank God for each and every one of you. May his Grace, Favor and Blessings be upon each of one you and your families. Pass our deepest gratitude to those in your network who supported us.

Finally, all thanks, glory, honor and praise be to God for Kevin and the sacrifice of Jesus – the way to everlasting life.

Let us live ready.

Appreciation

We the family of the late Nancy Wangechi Muchene, wish to convey our sincere gratitude to all those who stood by us during this very difficult time. Our appreciation goes out to the Parish Priest, Clergy, CWA, the faithful and Jumuiya (SCC) at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Kangemi.

Special thanks to: the Damacrest fraternity (Uthiru 87), Terra Nouva and affiliated institutions; KENEX, Leshau Boys High School; Westlands Primary School; Kumaniriria, Victory, Mwihang’iri and Stress Free Womens’ Groups; neighbours, friends & relatives. The medical and nursing staff of The Menelik Medical Centre.

Since we are unable to mention you by name, please accept our sincere gratitude for all who supported us through visits, prayers, messages, telephone calls, gifts and material support.

“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace”  Numbers 6:24-26

1947 — 13th June 2017

We the family of the late Richard Nyandika, would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the almighty God for the life we shared with our beloved father- Richard.

We also convey our profound thanks to all well-wishers, friends and relatives, who overwhelmingly and unreservedly supported us through prayers, words of encouragement, hospital and home visits, financial support and in all other ways during the sickness and at the funeral of our dear dad.

While we would like to thank each individually, it’s impossible to mention each by name. However, we would like to particularly extend our appreciation to Noonkopir Seventh day Adventist church, Kitengela district SDA members, extended family, in-laws, all friends and the funeral organizing committees in Kitengela, Athi River and Nakuru.

Kindly accept this message and may Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

“We look forward to the resurrection morning, when God will wipe away our tears.”

We the family of the late Mwalimu Julius Macharia Ndugire, wish to thank all those who stood with us during the illness, subsequent death, funeral arrangements and the final send off of our family patriarch. The support you gave us, whether moral, spiritual or material, gave us solace and comfort in a very trying and challenging period. And since it is not practically possible to mention each one of you by name, kindly allow us to mention a few.

We felt immensely, God’s love and grace directly to each one of us; and through the Church and the servants of the Everlasting God. Special mention goes to the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) led by the RT. Rev. Julius Karanu(Bishop Diocese of Murang’a South); the PCEA Gateway Church Thome, the ACK St. Mark’s Church Westlands, Prayers Beyond Boundaries Ministries Church and ACK Kamung’ang’a Church.

The entire family and community were touched by the moving tributes of His Excellency President Uhuru Kenyatta and Her Excellency First Lady Margaret Kenyatta. We are also grateful for the overwhelming support by Senior Public and Private Sector Officials. In particular, we were humbled by the presence of the many Cabinet Secretaries, Chief of Staff/Head of Public Service and Principal Secretaries at both the prayer meetings and burial ceremony.

We also wish to acknowledge and appreciate the dedication shown by the doctors. In particular, Dr. Gladwell Kiarie, Dr. Robert Mathenge, Dr. John Kariuki, Prof. Lule and Prof. Macharia. We shall be eternally grateful to the Nairobi Hospital and nurses, led by Ms. E Osinde, Mr. J. Kaloki, Mr. D. Ngugi, Mr. G. Kabane and Mr. E. Munene.

We also truly appreciate the dedication and sacrifice of the funeral arrangement committees at Gigiri (Chaired by Dr. Benson Wairegi), Holy Family Basilica(Chaired by Mr. Kinya Gichohi) and Gachocho; and all those who turned up for prayer meetings and final send off on 16th June, 2017. Once again, since it is not possible to reach out to each one of you, kindly accept the family’s gratitude led by Mrs. Phyllis Macharia(widow), children and relatives.

May the Almighty and Everlasting God bless you all.

Appreciation

We the family of the departed Sister-in-Christ Rahab Wairuri Gathuya, wish to express our sincere gratitude to all those who stood by us during this very difficult time.

We express our appreciation for the ministry and pastoral care received from the East African Revival Fellowship, ACK. Emmanuel Church Wahundura, ACK St. James Buruburu Church, KAG Gikambura, ACK St. Peters Uhuru Church Tumaini Parish, Good Shepherd AG Church, PCEA Kikuyu Church and Wahundura High School for the logistical support.

Special thanks go to the team of doctors, nurses and attendants who have looked after her over the years.

Since we are unable to mention all of you by name, please accept our sincere gratitude for all who supported us through your visits, prayers, messages, telephone calls, posts, gifts and material support.

 “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26

APPRECIATION

November 26,1934 – June 12, 2017

The family of the late Very Rev. Bernard Mwr-41 to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Almighty God for blessing us with a loving husband, father grandfather, brother and friend

We wish to express our appreciation to many loving relatives, neighbours, clergy, friends – both local and international – who visited, called us, offered material and emotional support, we humbly request that you accept this note as an expression of our most sincere gratitude and appreciation.

Special thanks to the Head Office Secretariat of the Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) in particular the Moderator of the General Assembly, Right Rev. Julius Mwamba, Secretary General, Rev. Peter Kaniah and the Deputy Secretary General, Rev Alfred Kanga. This appreciation is shared with the GAC Business Committee for providing invaluable support in ensuring a befitting occasion.

To the leadership and members of PCEA Nyamachaki, Ruring’u, Riamukurwe and Kiriani Churches who assisted the family in giving him a very fitting farewell notwithstanding their kind messages of encouragement, we say thank you. In particular, we wish to recognize the funeral committee in Nyeri led by the Moderator of Nyeri Presbytery Rev. Michael Inoti and the family liaison Mr. Samuel Mwaria. Your commitment and support ensured a dignified send off for the Very Reverend and we thank you. Our sincere gratitude goes to various county government departments for their assistance in ensuring safety and smooth travel from Nyeri to Chogoria.

We thank all the doctors and staff at various hospitals who have tended to Rev. Muindi with truly loving hearts. May the Lord bless you as you continue to serve.

“Whatever is true, whatever is honourable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pure, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy; think about these things,” (Philippians 4:8)

We the family of the late Cornelia Wanjiru Matteo wish to convey our sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Almighty God, relatives, friends, in-laws (Gaturi, Ngong, Saba Saba, Kiunjugi, Matuu and Marua), colleagues and well-wishers for the love, support and encouragement during the illness and subsequent transition to eternal life of our beloved mum Cornelia. No words can adequately express our gratitude for the overwhelming support each of you gave us, through prayers, visits, telephone calls, text messages, generous financial and material contributions that you accorded to us during this very difficult time. Our gratitude goes to the parish priests, clergy, faithful and Jumuiya (SCC) at Shrine of Mary, Don Bosco Church Upperhill, St. Kizito Umoja Catholic Church, St Peter Claver Kongu-ini Catholic Church, Mwea Catholic Church, Kanguru Catholic Church and Gatura Catholic Parish. We note also the dedication and support of the parish priest, clergy and faithful at Tetu Catholic Parish, especially the Catholic Women Association (CWA), Catholic Action (CA) membership and St.Agatha Small Christian Community.

Special thanks to the Bishop Catholic Diocese of Murang’a Rt. Rev. James Maria Wainaina, Bishop Catholic Diocese of Njombe, Tanzania Rt. Rev. Alfred Maluma, the priests led by Fr. Herman Kiboi Parish Priest Tetu Catholic Parish, Fr. J.B. Gichuhi, Fr. Arnold Ngolle, Fr. Patrick Kariuki, Fr. John Mwai, Fr John Muturi, Dr Fr. Munene Mutune, Fr. Martin Ndegwa, Fr. John Gitonga, Fr. Francis Githinji, Fr. Simon Kaire, Fr. Peter lrungu, Fr. Francis Mathenge, Fr. Joseph Njoroge, Fr. David Nduati, Fr. Richard Mwaniki, Fr. Gerald Omunyin, Fr. Simon Kanji, Fr. David Gitau, Fr. Moses Kagunya, and Fr. Elias Kabutu. Also other members of the clergy, seminarians and religious from various Cornelia congregations for your support in giving our mum a beautiful celebration of life. In this regard we recognize the Assumption Sisters and Matteo of Nairobi (ASN) Nairobi Home, Karibaribi & Jamaica together with the Sisters of St. Joseph of Tarbes led by Sr. Agnes Wanjiku together with the Friends of Assumption Sisters of Nairobi (FASN).

Special thanks go to The Board of Directors, management, staff and customers of Equity Group Holdings and subsidiaries under the stewardship of Dr James Mwangi for the tireless and immense support accorded to us in various ways. Similarly we acknowledge the contributions of The Wood Foundation Africa management and staff in Tanzania, Scotland, Kenya and Rwanda as well as Tea Board of Tanzania, Tea Research Tanzania, Tanzania Smallholder Agency, Mufindi Tea and Coffee Office Tanzania, and Aids Health Foundation (AHF). Friends in KTDA tea factories lriaini (Othaya) and Njunu (Thika), Kenya Power Contractors, staff and friends in Nakuru, in addition to Kiamuri Primary School staff, PUSH women group and the Seven Sisters from Gaturi, Murang’a and Munungaini – Nairobi Welfare Group, Kambweze, Kambwema, Kongu-ini Ladies Group Murang’a, NOSC, ITOA and NYERWA.

The support from the Principals, Boards of Management and staff of Tetu Boy’s Primary School, Kanjuri High School, Giakaibei High School and Murang’a University of Technology is highly appreciated. Special mention goes to Ladies ofVision and Class of 90 (MV 90) lawyers and legal fraternity for the immense support.The organizing committees sitting in Nairobi, Murang’a and Tetu together with the security teams at Nairobi, Nyeri and Tetu, we recognize your support and detailed arrangements.

Our appreciation also extends to the medical and nursing staff at the Nairobi Hospital ICU and Aga Khan University Hospital. We would like to specifically thank Dr Munene Irimu and Dr Philip Kisyoka for the medical care and attention extended to our mum until her demise. Staff at Prime Physiotherapy and the caregivers who assisted mum in various ways during her illness, please accept our appreciation. Since it is not possible to reach each and every one of you in person, kindly accept this as an expression of gratitude for your valuable support by being there for us during our hour of grief and ensuring we gave mum a befitting farewell to eternal life.

Eternal rest grant unto her Oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace, Amen.

The family of Mama Stella Patrick Mnene express our deep gratitude for the prayers and messages of sympathy received through personal visits, telephone calls and social media. We sincerely thank you for the overwhelming generosity and support.

Special mention to His Excellency President Uhuru Kenyatta for his support and message of condolence. Hon. Dr. Naomi Shaban, MP Taveta Constituency. H. E. Eng. John Mruttu, • Governor Taita Taveta County, Hon. Dan Mwazo, Senator Taita Taveta County, Hon.Thomas Mwadeghu, MP,Wundanyi Constituency, the Clergy led by Archdeacon Ven. Renson Shake, Sam and Margaret Atandi for their quick action to get AMREF Flying Doctors to airlift Mama Stella to Nairobi.

We also wish to thank staff at Taveta District Hospital, AMREF Flying Doctors, Coptic Hospital, Montezuma Funeral Home, the funeral committees in Nairobi and Taveta and Mahoo B Kighongo.

Since we cannot mention and thank each one of you individually, please know that we truly. appreciate the assistance you gave in one way or another. God bless you all (Tasiweni).

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

We the family of the late Stephen Kangethe Murihia, thank the Lord Almighty for giving a lovely mother the late Margaret Wanjiku Kangethe.

We express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all our relatives, friends, neighbours, .colleagues and acquaintances for your prayers and tireless, moral, financial and material support during the funeral arrangements of our mum. We sincerely appreciate the support,. ministry and encouragement from various groups, churches, clergy and leadership of various churches including ACK St Marks Church Mukui, and more specifically the Mothers Union, Emmanuel Church Kibiku, St Titos Orthodox Church, and Parklands Baptist Church amongst others.

We appreciate the time and commitment of Retired Bishop Peter Njenga who presided the funeral, Rural Dean Samuel Chege and Machatha, the organizing committee led by Stanley Kinyanjui, groups and individuals that sacrificed their times and resources to ensure our Mum’s send off was perfect.

We thank the organizations that assisted us in the logistics of the funeral including Magnate Ventures, Wander Joy Ltd, Montezuma and Monalisa amongst others. Our family is overwhelmed by the love shown by Lay Cannons Ernest Njenga Kiruku and GideonNuma and Dr Kariba Muniu who have stood with us in the last two years that all our parents have departed. Words cannot express what this meant to us.

Since we are unable to reach each one of you in arson, please accept this as a sincere message of appreciation.

1925-2017

Appreciation

We the family of the late Penina Mumbi Kirongothi wish to express our deep heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all our relatives, friends, neighbours and well-wishers who came out in such a large numbers and provided overwhelming spiritual support, emotional support, encouragements, messages of condolence, material and financial support among other gestures of kindness shared with us during the demise of our loving mother.

Special thanks go to Mr. Simon Gicharu, Chairman Mt.Kenya University, Co-operative Bank Staff Led by the Managing Director and Chief Executive. Board, Management and Staff of Suntra Investment Bank Ltd, Education Cabinet Secretary Nyeri County Hon.Erastus Muriuki, PCEA Hiriga Church, Ministry of Sons Fellowship, CWA St.John the evangelist Karen and all the Clergies who stood with us led by Rev.Ndichu, Brother Joseph Njuguna Kamau among others.

We deeply appreciate the dedication and diligence of the Nairobi funeral committees chaired by Mr.Karingithi Wamae and Hiriga funeral committee chaired by Mr. Ngure Karecu.

And to you all we are indebted, no word can really capture the depth of our gratitude and appreciation ‘ for the invaluable support you gave us, all we can say is may Our Good Lord Bless you all.

Appreciation

We ,the family of the late Samuel Githegi Mbugua, wish to express our gratitude to all those who stood by us during this very difficult time.We deeply appreciate and give thanks to each and every one of you for your love, kindness, prayers, words of support, messages of sympathy, gifts and material support. Please accept our sincere appreciation for all you did for us.

A special thank you to the nurses, drivers and home staff for their dedication and care.

We thank the Church, particularly PCEA Kasarini, PCEA Thindigua, PCEA Joseph Ngwaci Rungiri, Kiambu PCEA Presbytery Parish, Ridgeways Baptist Church and Parklands Baptist Church for their ministry, pastoral care and prayers during this season.

We want to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Nairobi Hospital, the staff of the Renal Unit, Nairobi Hospital, the doctors, nurses and staff of the Aga khan Hospital, and also the staff of the Renal Unit,Aga Khan Hospital.

We want to also thank the funeral committee who worked tirelessly and with total dedication.

God’s blessing be with you all.

Appreciation

We,the family of the late Mama Rael Kavata Musaba, wife of the late Rtd. SSP Canon Ezekiel Mbindyo Musaba, deeply appreciate the overwhelming support accorded to us by you our friends; neighbours and relatives through prayers, visitations, financial and material contributions following the demise of Mama.

Special thanks to Dr. Caleb Achapa, the entire clergy and lay leaders of ACK St. Mark Yatta and the Rtd. Archbishop Benjamin Nzimbi. Our gratitude also goes to the County Government of Kitui led by H.E.The Governor Dr. Julius Malombe and all Kitui County staff. We cannot forget the local administration for the great support you accorded us.

Last but not least, we thank the organizing committees both in Nairobi and Kitui (Kwa-Vonza & Mulutu) for the effort and time put in planning the entire funeral’ program.

As a family, we are profoundly touched and remain eternally grateful and since it is not possible to single out each one of you, kindly accept our deepest appreciation for your support God bless you all.

“For me to live is Christ and to die is gain. (Phillipians 1:21)”

APPRECIATION

We, the family of Mr. L. N. Waithaka (Kimwatu), wish to thank the Almighty God for the life and time of our Husband, dad, brother, grandfather, and Uncle Mr. L.N Waithaka who went to be with the Lord on 8/6/2017.

We have been greatly humbled and appreciate the word of encouragement and comfort through prayers, visitations, sympathies, consolation and generosity during the difficult time. Special mention goes to his personal doctors Dr. Charles Kariuki and Dr.Wanjiru of Nairobi Hospital doctors Plaza and all doctors and nurses of the Nairobi Hospital who had been attending him and tried their best to save his life. Many thanks to the Moderator, Elders and all members of PCEA Evergreen church Runda, the entire PCEA Ndunyu Njeru Parish and the entire Clergy both in Nairobi and Kinangop who participated and prayed for us.We also thank Lee Funeral Home, Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home,Wonderjoy PartyWorld, Green View Events and all other service providers for their professional services rendered during the entire period. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the funeral organizing committee both in Nairobi and Kinangop (Mkungi), who sacrificed their time to ensure that everything ran smoothly. We say a big thank you to the Board of Directors, Management and staff of Kinangop Dairy Ltd (KDL), Muki Farmers Co-operative Society Ltd, Muki Sacco Co-operative Society Ltd and Muki Investment Co-operative Society Ltd for your tireless efforts to ensure that we gave Mr. Waithaka a befitting farewell.

To other family members, friends, neighbours and leaders who walked with us through this journey, a thank you is not enough to expre,, our gratitude for your support, may Almighty God bless you abundantly. Since it is not possible to mention each and every one of you in person, kindly accept this as an expression of gratitude for your valuable support by being there for us during the hour of need.

God bless you all.

In everything, give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Appreciation

We Jo Kamwanda and the entire K’Ogada Family wish to express our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to all institutions and individuals that enabled a peaceful and successful Celebration of the life of our beloved Mrs Dr Jane Anyango Opiyo (Nyapolo), laid to rest on 03/06/2017. We are thankful for the support from the University of Nairobi Fraternity [Vice Chancellor, Principal CBPS (Prof.Aduda), Finance Officer, Ag Chief Medical Officer (Dr Moses Otieno), Director SCI (Dr Wausi), Dr Oboko, Dr Mburu, Dr Miriti, Prof Okelo-Odongo, Paul Rabala, Ruth Omware, Morris Owade, SCI Family (Staff, Students, Alumni), Year 3 Maths (OR) Students, CBPS community, Director UNITID (Prof. Machoki) & Fellowship community, e-Capacity Building Project Group of Prof Chung & Dr Kinuthia). We are thankful for the support and the role of:- H.E  Governor Siaya County (HE. Hon. Rasanga); Nyakach in-laws under Mzee Meshack Aloo; Aga Khan Hospital Staff; Absalom Hombe Family under Walter Absaloms, Ananiah Ogutu Family, Ogindo Family, Ajowi Family; Kasagam community under Apollo Atieno; Deliverance Mrs Dr Jane Anyango Church (Kitengela), Pastor Dr Clement Ngorarirene; Church of God (Br Albert Odanga & Strs Beatrice Opiyo (Nyapolo) Okumu, Pheobe Oyomo, Eunice Atieno); Dr Pratap Kumar, Mark Carey & Health-e.N et team; Kitengela New Valley neighbours led by Prof Olali & Mr Osoro; Elizabeth Mang’uye; Tedman Aloo (Chairman-Nairobi), Ben Aija, Ochieng’ Ong’ech (Chairman-Home), Hon Charles Akello, Joseph Ogutu, Dr Odero Ong ech, Dr Collins Ondiek, Daniel Ogola, Ken Ojwando, Mrs Sophie Otieno, Bennedict Aloo, Eng. Gideon Onyuka, Kennedy Oyieko, Raymond Amolo; Joshwa Adongo; Philemon Wachara; Elizabeth Kung eorge Obonyo; Otieno Marende; Buxton Nam; Tom Ongogo; Angeline Mang’ana; Risper Guda; Workmates and friends of Abraham Ayuko,William Wamwalo & Glorie Akinyi;All relatives,All friends; God through Jesus, who blessed us with the vibrant life of Jane Anyango Opiyo.

We the family of the late Samuel Waweru Kanyoro wish to express our most heartfelt gratitude to the Almighty God for blessing us with the many years He gave us a Husband, a dad, a grandfather, a great grandfather, uncle and a friend.

Our sincere gratitude and appreciation goes to the larger Kanyoro family, our relatives, friend and colleagues for their overwhelming support through prayers, kind words of comfort and encouragement, financial and material contributions during the difficult time.

We give special thanks to the funeral committees in Nairobi and Kianyaga village for their commitment which ensured a befitting and dignified sendoff for our patriarch.

Special thanks goes to PCEA St Andrew’s Church, Nairobi, and PCEA Ndia-ini Church, Gakindu.

Since it is not possible to reach each and every one of you in person, kindly accept this as an expression of gratitude for your valuable support by being there for us during our hour of need.

God bless you all. Thank you.

We the family of the late George Shenouda wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Almighty God for blessing us with the many years he gave us with George.

Our sincere gratitude and appreciation go to our families, relatives, friends, and neighbours for their overwhelming support, through prayers, kind words of comfort, encouragement, financial and material contributions during the difficult time.

Special thanks to the UN Habitat and Joint Medical Services.

We also give special thanks to the two funeral committees in Nairobi led by Karen Ngong View Estate residents (neighbours) and Buruburu Estate committees for their support and commitment which ensured a befitting and dignified send off for our beloved George.

Special thanks go to the doctors and nurses of Nairobi Hospital led by Dr. Betty Musau & Dr. Semu Musoke and Apollo Hospital, India, led by Dr. Elankumaran Krishnan for their care and support during his illness.

To the Nairobi Orthodox Church and the Karen Community Church, thank you for the beautiful services and words of encouragement and comfort offered to our family during the trying period. Since it is not possible to reach each and everyone of you in person, kindly accept this as an expression of gratitude for your valuable support by being there for us during our hour of need and ensuring that we give George a befitting send off.

God bless you all. Thank you.              

We the family of the late Mzee Charles Edward Nyabanda, wish to express our most heartfelt gratitude first and foremost to the Almighty God for blessing us with the many years He gave us a husband, a dad and a grandfather.

Our sincere gratitude and appreciation go to our relatives, friends and colleagues for their overwhelming support through prayers, kind words of comfort and encouragement, financial and material contributions during that difficult time.

We give special thanks to the two funeral committees in Nairobi and Maranda village for their commitment which ensured a befitting and dignified send off of our beloved patriarch.

Special thanks go to the doctors and nurses of Avenue Hospital Kisumu and Coptic Hospital Nairobi led by Professor Jowi and Professor Kwasa respectively. We thank them for their care and support during his illness.

We also wish to thank ACK Bondo diocese led by Bishop J.Angela, St. Stephens Maranda church led by Rev. A. Gwela and Rev E. Omollo (Assistant Provost- All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi) for the beautiful services and words of comfort and encouragement you offered our family during this trying period.

Since it is not possible to reach each and every one of you in person, kindly accept this as an expression of gratitude for your valuable support by being there for us during our hour of need and, ensuring that we gave Mzee a befitting send off.

Thank You.

24/11/1991 – 10/6/2017

We the family of Dr. Kariuki Muigua and Ruth Gathoni Ngotho-Kariuki thank God for the life and times we shared with our son, brother, cousin, nephew, grandson and friend; and for giving us strength, peace and grace during this trying period in our lives. He is greatly missed by his parents, his brother James Ngotho Kariuki and sister Ziza Wabetti, relatives and friends.

We hereby extend our sincere gratitude to the Muigua and Ngotho extended families, friends, neighbours and colleagues who unreservedly supported us through prayers, visits, moral, physical and financial support. In particular we are humbled by the support extended by the entire congregation and leadership of PCEA, Karen Church led by Rev. Dr.Alphonse Kanga, World Wide Gospel Churches of Kenya, BuruBuru led by Bishop Dr. Peter Mwaura, The University of Nairobi teaching and student faculty, Strathmore University,The Law Society of Kenya and its members, CIArb(K) Branch and membership.

We also wish to thank members of the committee who tirelessly worked to ensure that we gave our beloved a befitting send-off. To all who stood and continue walking with us during this period of grief, kindly accept this as our big ThankYou to you.

`But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus’ — Phil 4:19

Eternal rest grant unto him, 0 Lord, and your perpetual light shine upon our T.K.

We the family of Mr. John Kagonye Ngururi and the entire Wathatu family convey our sincere gratitude and appreciation to the almighty God, relatives, in-laws, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers for the love, support and encouragement during the illness and subsequent promotion to glory of our beloved Jemimah Wanjiru Kagonye. We are extremely grateful for the moral support, through prayers, visits, calls, text messages and material that you accorded us.

Special thanks goes to PCEA Gateway Parish led by Parish moderator Rev. Jackson Mwirichia, Nyati district led by Elder Jane Gichane, Woman’s Guild, PCMF, Youth, Church School and the entire congregation for your overwhelming support. In addition, we express gratitude to PCEA Kimunyu Church, PCEA Evergreen Parish, AIPCA Gachoka, Kimunyu Catholic Church. ACK Kimunyu and other neighboring churches for your support.

We notably give thanks to Nyati neighbours, Mudima Group and the entire Thome community. Kirinyaga Road and the entire business community, our friends in Nairobi, Juja, Thika and elsewhere, Akima Spring Junior Academy, Straight Security Services, Kimunyu/Gachoka neighbors, the organizing committees at home (Thome and Kimunyu), Kirinyaga Road (Black & White House) and Impala Hotel, Parklands. We extend our appreciation to all the medical-staff at M.P Shah, Nairobi and Aga Khan Hospitals, Apollo Hospital in India, and in particular Dr. Oluoch Olunya. Since it is not possible to mention everyone by name, kindly accept this message of appreciation as a sign of our immeasurable  gratitude.

God bless you all. ThankYou.