Maria Magdalene Wanjiku Kuraihu

With humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing on of our beloved Mother, Mary Magdalene Wanjiku Kuraihu on 6th January 2017. Wife of the late John Kuraihu King’ori (Othaya). Mother of Catherine Ngarachu, Anne and Passie Nyayieka of North Gem, Siaya, King’ori Kuraihu (Sian King) and Pauline Kingori (Rorit), Kericho Kuraihu (Cruizer Auto) and Nerisa Karicho (Admiral), the late Gilbert Mwangi and Salome Ndung’u-Mwangi (JKUAT), Jacinta Wairimu Githui (JAGIM) and Francis Muhindi (Manpower Services), Vincent Wanyanga Kuraihu and Lydia Wanyanga and the late Joe Kanyungu Kuraihu. Grandmother of Arthur, Caroline, Nancy, Ladslan, Magdalene, Peter, Catherine, John, Roy, Rita, Wendy, Kushy, Yvonne, Anita, Catherine (Boni), Jonathan, Ngatia, Chiku and Risper. Great grandmother of Peter, Okech, Richard and Ryan. Sister of the late Vincent Wanyanga Karicho, Margaret Wambui Kanyora, Michael Mwangi Karicho, Ndegwa Karicho, Wambugu Karicho, Peter Muchiri Karicho and Loise Muchiri. Beloved Aunt of Francis Ndegwa Wanyanga, Simon King’ori Kanyungu, Jimmy Karicho Muchiri among others.

Prayer meetings will be held at the All Saints Cathedral from 10th January to 13th January starting at 5.30pm.

The Cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home, Mbagathi Rd, at 7.00am on Saturday 14th January 2017, for Requiem Mass, at the Holy Family Catholic Church, Ruruguti, Othaya, on the same day starting at 10.45am and thereafter burial at her farm Ruruguti.

In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of GOD for you in CHRIST JESUS. (1st Thessalonians 5: I 8)

 

Alex Kahariri Thuo

Sunrise 26/01/1994

Sunset 05/01/2017

It is with the humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of Sir Alex Kahariri Thuo after bravely fighting a spinal injury sustained after a road accident.

Son of Mr & Mrs Christopher Thuo. Beloved brother of Aidah, Bernice, Irene, Timothy and Martin. Beloved nephew of Samuel Kirubi.

Alex will be laid to rest on the 12th January 2017 at his parents farm in Timau.

Aleki, we loved you but God loved you more

Shadrack W. Opiyo

In Memoriam

 

Thirteen years on, we remember our loving daddy and dear husband to our mother

 

 

Paul Mwema Kariuki (Wa Kariuki)

We would like to announce the sudden death of Mr Paul Mwema Kariuki (Wa kariuki) who died on Wednesday 28th Dec 2016.

He lived in Mombasa with his family. He worked at Shell Chemicals Company Limited East Africa from 1973 before he retired in 1992.

Son of the late Ezekiel Kariuki and the late Hannah Wanjiku. Husband of Rosemary Njeri Mwema.

Father of Ezekiel Kariuki, Anthony Huthu Mwema, Andrew Ngugi Mwema and Ann Wanjiku Mwema.

Brother of Julius Ngugi, Charles Ngugi, Andrew Ngugi, the late Henry Kimaru, Mwalimu Ben Mwema, Julia Wanjiru, Tabitha Wanjiru, Elizabeth Wangare and Rachel Wamboi. Grandfather of Andrey Mwema and Adney Arumba.

He will be laid to rest in Gatanga, Kigio location in Giatutu on Friday 6th January 2017.

 

 

Josephine Kenanda Omari

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing on of Josephine Kenanda Omari of Cherry Hill NJ, on Dec 26th 2016.

Loving wife of Thaddeus Omari Nyaanga, caring mother of Dr Stephen Omari, Kennedy Omari and Victoria Omari. Daughter of the late Daniel Matara Ongera and the late Wilkster Nyakona Ongera. Daughter in-law of Jacob Nyaanga and Prisca Nyaanga, Chief Charles, Paul Nyambane, Ototo and Maria Kebuse. Grandchild of the late Elizabeth Kerubo Nyariki & Matara Ongera, Sister of David Ongera (Texas), Rachael Nyacheiga (Nyamira), the late Kennedy Matara Ongera, the late Stephen Obiero and Ombwori Ongera. Sister-in-law of Claddeus, Joachim, Clement, Wilfred Omari (New Jersey), Melanie (USA), Joyce (USA), Isabella (Nyamira), Clare (USA), Redempter (USA), Lydia (Kisii), Winfrida (Nairobi) and Charles Nyambane (Cos)(Nairobi). Niece of the late Matwere, late Philip Ngare, Nicodemus Asande (Gesiaga), Lucy Mandera (Nairobi), Josephine Ondara (USA) and Jemima. Cousin of DJ Bob Matara (USA), Asoneth Matara (South Africa), Carren Ondara (USA), Lydia Mandera (Nairobi), Christine Ngare (USA), Denis Abincha (Nairobi), Rose Ogega (Nairobi), and many more cousins.

Aunt of Roseline Nyakona, Douglas Obiero, Judith Nyachieng’a (USA), Judy Matara (USA), Yusuf Momanyi (USA), Christine Matara (USA) Hope Mamboleo (USA), Dancan Osoro (USA), Dathan Abuga (USA), Firestone Nyantabiga, Jeffery Ayako (USA), Gerald Okoyo, Brianna Nyaanga (USA), Among the rest.

There will be a fundraising at Garden Square on Tuesday 10/1/2017 at 5pm. The cortege leaves the US to Kenya on January 9th 2017. Viewing at Umash Funeral Home, Opposite Armed Forces-Memorial, Mbagathi Way, on Thursday January 12th 2017. She will be laid to rest in Kisii on Friday 13th at her home in Kisii County, Mokuerero location, Bokemweri village.

 

Miriam Ileje Osier

1946 – 2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Mrs. Miriam Ileje Osier on the 6th of January 2017 after a long illness.

Loving wife of Mr George Christopher Opiana Osier (formerly of Kenya Power). Loving mother of Henry Emuye (formerly EABL), Prof. Faith Hope Among’in Osier (KEMRI), Tom Ekajja (BSI), Betty Ichan (KTB), Aaron Sariyo (Dubai), Martha Amoit Osier (Catalyst Principal Partners), Siobhance Finlayson (Australia), Ernest Ekajja and Jimmy Meshack Aloni.

Sister of Nancy Amoit, the late Moses Oguti, Kana Nyagol and Sam Akichoth. Mother-in-law of Vivian Emuye, Agnes Ekajja, Julius Kagia Ziro, Dafton Mwitiki and Olga Amuke.

The cortege leaves Alupe institute Mortuary, Busia, on Tuesday 10th January 2017.

Burial will take place on Wednesday 11th January 2017 at their family home. For directions to the home please call +254 704 019 119

May the Lord rest her soul in Eternal Peace.

Susan Gaceri Eldad

23/08/1977 – 30/12/2016

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will we announce the passing on of Susan Gaceri at Atlanta Georgia (USA) after a short illness.

Daughter of Joyce Ndia Eldad. Loving mother of Jeffrey Kivui of Pioneer School and twin ageless. Sister of Ken Kimathi, Mary Eldad and Doris Eldad.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at San Valencia Restaurant, Anniversary Towers, Ground Floor.

A fundraiser to offset hospital bills will be held on Wednesday 11th January 2017 at 5pm at the same venue.

The burial burial ceremony will be on Saturday 14th Jan 2017 at Kanyakine location, South Imenti District, Meru County.

For donations kindly MPESA to: 0723 – 827424

In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever. Fare thee well.

 

 

Claire Wandabwa Chetekei

It is with deep sorrow and acceptance of God’s wills that we announce the passing on of Claire Wandabwa Chetekei that occurred on 2/1/2017.

Daughter of the late Mzee Timotheo Cheteker and Mama Tamara Lisangari Cheteker of Silurigai Ndivisi, Bungoma County. Mother of Patience Kaversa. Sister of the late Chikati, the late Sifuma, late Tunai, Kakai, Kiluyi, Joan, Lisanza, Khatete, the late Lusiri, Wakasa. Makhakha, Sifuma, Khayanga. Murunga and the late Wambasi among others. Niece of the late Nakitare, the late Musebe, the late Karani, the late Chinungo,Wangilas Matanda, Kiveu, Musuya, the late Laban, late Petro, late Andika and Ayuma among others. Sister-in-law of B4lha, Linet, Nancy, Chemiati, Chore, Ogango, Victoria, Ngaira, and Dorcas among others

Funeral arrangements are ongoing.

The main fundraising will be held on Tuesday 10th January 2017 at 5pm at All Saints Cathedral.

Burial dates will be announced later.

 

Abysai Kilande Atetwe

It is with humble acceptance that we announce the sudden death of Abysai Kilande Atetwe, M.D of Link Afrique Ltd which occurred on 1/1/2017.

He hails from Esibuye, Ebusamia Iocation,Vihiga County. Son of the late Thomas Musa Kilande and the late Rebecca Musa Kilande. Loving husband of Carmelite Kalenya Kilande. Father of the late Melvin Kilande, Peter Anami, Rebecca Kilande & Joel Kilande. Son-in law of the late Fabian Anami Muhambi & Mama Esnas Anami. Brother of the late Nelly, late Harrison, Jessica, the late Miriam, Nathan, late Jane, late Emily, Reverend Abutika, the late Ann, Fridah & Dorothy. He was an uncle of many. Brother-in-law of Obed Abutika, John Opany, Hon Sylvas Anami Lisamula among others.

There will be a burial fundraiser on Tuesday 10th January 2017 at All Saints Cathedral from 5.30pm.

The cortege leaves Umash Funeral Home on Thursday 12/1/2017 and proceed to his home in Bunyore.

Burial will take place on Saturday 14/1/2017 at Emangalo Sibuye, Ebusamia Location Emuhanya Vihiga County.

In God’s hand you rest in our hearts you remain forever. Rest In Peace

 

 

Leah Wanjiku Wanjohi

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Leah Wanjiku Wanjohi, which occurred on 02/01/2017 at Outspan Hospital Nyeri.

Daughter of the late Benson Maina Kamoche and the late Racheal Waruguru Kamoche. Wife of the late Charles Wanjohi Tatua. Daughter-in-law of the late Watatua Muturi and the late Gathoni Watatua. Sister of the late Ruth Wacera, Tabitha Wairimu and Beatrice Wanjiru. Mother of Johnson Maina, the late Lucy Kariuki, Muturi Tatua (Survey of Kenya), the late Beatrice Macharia, Jemimah Gakumo, Millicent Wanjohi (Central Park Hotel), James Gachugu (KDF- Lanet), Muchiri Wanjohi Tatua (Kabaru), Dr. Richard Gikonyo (USA), the late Daniel Gichuki and Lydia Kimani. Mother-in-law of Wanjiku Maina, Eng. Kariuki Nyaga, Irene Muturi, the late Macharia Kiarie, Charles Gakumo, Mary Gachugu, Rose Muchiri, Dr. Lydia Gikonyo, Ruth Gichuki and David Kimani. Aunt of Ken Mutahi, Emily Thuku, Nyambura Ngugi, Lucy Gathoni, John Muturi among others. Grandmother and Great-grandmother of many.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at Central Park Hotel, Nairobi, from 6pm and at the Family home at Munyu Sub-location, Nyeri County.

The cortege leaves Outspan Funeral Home Nyeri on Wednesday 11/01/2017 at 9.00am. Funeral Service and burial will be held at the family farm at Munyu Sub-location, Kieni East Sub-county, Nyeri County.

`Cucu, we mourn your passing on but we celebrate your genuine love, humility, wisdom and your love for God. While in Gods’ hands you rest, you will forever be in our hearts.”

Euphemia Nekesa Simiyu

8/8/1950 – 5/1/2017

It is with deep sorrow & humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of our beloved Mum, retired teacher Euphemia Nekesa Simiyu on 5th of January 2017. Beloved wife of Mathias Simiyu. Daughter of the late Sylverious Wapopa and the late Teresina Nakhumicha. Daughter-in-law of the late Wahanda and the late Eremina. Mother of Evalyn Nafula Omondi, Michael Simiyu & Stephen Simiyu. Sister of the late Charles Juma Wapopa, Dr.Titus Matere Sisenda, the late Isaac Wafula, Caroline Wapopa, Imelda Wapopa, Philip Wapopa, Elizabeth Gikuhi amongst others. Mother-in-law of Bill Omondi, Margaret Wairimu & Rosemary Wambui. Grandmother of Davies, Trevor, Earl, Ian, Effie, Ivy, Terry & Chanelle. Aunt of Veronica, Adelaide, Elyne, Eric, Leila, Brian, Mildred, Lincoln among others. Cousin of Petronilla Nasambu, Wycliffe Temesi, Justice (Rtd) Richard Kuloba, Maurice Wangutusi, Professor Cornelius Wanjala among others.

Family & friends will be meeting at Railways Club on Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th from 5.00pm & at her home Simiyu in Runda. Main fundraising will be at Railways Club on Tuesday 10th January 2017 from 5.00pm.

The Requiem mass will be celebrated at the Consolata Shrine,Westlands on Wednesday 11th January at 10.00am. Burial will take place on Saturday 14th January 2017 at Kabula, Bungoma County, along Bungoma – Mumias Road.

Any contribution can be made through 0722 100064.

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His Saints (Psalms 116:15)

Rev. Fr. Thomas Punchekunnel sdb.

With Deep sorrow the Provincial Superior and the Salesians of Don Bosco, Eastern Africa, regret to announce the death of Rev. Fr. Thomas Punchekunnel sdb. He was born in Kerala, India, on 2nd November 1947.

He made his first religious profession on 8th May 1967. He was ordained as a priest on 22nd December 1975 and worked in Kolkotta, India till his coming to Africa as a Missionary. In 1980 he was part of the first group of Salesian Missionaries of Don Bosco who came to Eastern Africa. In Kenya he worked in Don Bosco Upper Hill in the early days of the Salesian Mission here, Don Bosco Mission Korr, Marsabit; Don Bosco Boys’ Town, Nairobi and Catholic Church, Nzaikoni, Machakos, (he was the pioneer of Nzaikoni parish). In Tanzania he worked in Don Bosco Youth Training Centre, Iringa. He was the financial administrator of the province for six years. Finally he was re-appointed as the assistant Parish Priest of Nzaikoni parish from where he went to his heavenly Father on 4th January 2017.

The funeral and burial arrangements: 11th January 2017 Wednesday at 03.00 pm, Requiem Mass and Vigil at Catholic Church, Nzaikoni 12th Thursday 09.00am, viewing of the body at the Shrine of Mary Help of Christians — Upper Hill 12th Thursday 10.00 am, Funeral Mass at the Shrine of Mary Help of Christians, Upper Hill followed by burial at the Salesian Cemetery at Don Bosco Utume, Karen.

May he enjoy eternal rest.

Charles Thiong’o Kanyoro

It is with profound sorrow and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Charles Thiong’o Kanyoro which occurred on 3/1/2017.

Son of the late Herman Kanyoro Gikara and the late Nancy Njeri Kanyoro. Husband of the late Priscilla Wanja. Father of Catherine Njeri (KCB Bank), Kevin Kanyoro and Linet Muthoni (Laikipia University). Son-in-law of the late Kibera Gachau and late Mary Muthoni. Brother of the late Mathenge, late Wangeci, Stephen Mwangi, Cecilia Waithiegeni and the late Gakonyo. Stepbrother of Joseph Mathenge, Benedict Munene, Lydia Wangeci, Simon Gikonyo, Agnes Wacera, Peter Munyoro, Samuel Kariuki, Mary Wangeci, Richard Mathenge, Grace Wanjiku and Ann Muthoni. Brother-in-law of Diana Wangari, Rose Wambui, Elizabeth Wangui, Joseph Gachau, Nancy Wanguu, Eunice Wamuyu, Godfrey Gatheru, Nicholas Githaiga and Danson Wahome. Uncle and grandfather of many.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his home from 4pm and on Monday at Accra Hotel in Nairobi from 6pm.

The cortege leaves Outspan Funeral Home, Nyeri on Tuesday 10th January 2017 for a requiem mass and burial thereafter at his home at Ithenguri (Itheakua), Nyeri County.

 

Paul Njenga Njagi

Sunrise 16th June 1982

Sunset 3rd January 2017

We regret to announce the death of Paul Njenga Njagi. He is son to Mr. John Isaac Njagi and Lucy wanjiku Njagi of Kambaa Githunguri. Brother to Martin Mutonga, Isaac Njogu of ICAP Kenya, Elizabeth Wangui of Pascha Dairies and the Late Jane Muthoni. Husband to Margaret Njeri Kabucho and Father to Ann Wanjiru and Mercy Wanjiku. Friends and relatives are meeting at his residence in Gathangari, Kambaa for prayers and funeral arrangements daily.

Funeral will take place at his father’s home in Kambaa, Githunguri near AIC Church on Tuesday 10th January 2017.

May his soul rest in eternal peace

Pastor Aurelia Ebyagonza Kubondo

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Pastor Aurelia Ebyagonza Kubondo of Springs Blessings Church (formerly – JPC), Kakamega on 1st January 2017 after a short illness.

Loving daughter of the late George Nzomi Kyangenyenka and Grace Mutasa Kyangenyenka of Karagwe, Tanzania.

Daughter in law of the late Rev Benjamin Ocholi.

Wife of Bishop William B Kubondo of Springs of Blessings Church, a ministry of Yoke Evangelistic Ministries (YEM). Mother of Destiny Praise, Connie, Donna and Upendo. Sister of Estomiah, Eliesh, Eddah, Eleth, Epiphania, Edventina, Elizabeth, Samuel and Edith.

The cortege leaves Kakamega PGH Mortuary on January 12th 2017 for a funeral service and viewing at Springs of Blessings Church, Kakamega. Burial will take place on Saturday 14th January 2017 at Eshibanga-Munjiti, Kisa.

For any help please M-Pesa to 0722-257527

 

In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever.

Fare thee well our dear Mum

Mama Esther Wandia

It’s with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the untimely passing on of Mama Esther Wandia wife to Laban Muthengi Lili which occurred on 30/12/ 2016 at Bishop Kioko Hospital Machakos.

She hailed from Kikoko location, Kisekini village. Mother of Mary Mayoli, Susan Muthiani (USA), the late Agnes Mbula, Peter Nzioka, Tom Muindu, Prof. Faith Muli, Alexander Ngumbau, the late Mwangangi, Isaac Kitheka, the late Mutuku, Phylis Mumo (USA) and Marco Simba. Mother-in-law of Sabina, Jackline, Mumo, the late Lema, Judy and Winfred. Sister-in-law of Francis Kasuili, the late Muthembwa and Maia. Grandmother of Alice (USA), Rehema, Mbithe, Musau, Mwende (Germany), Mueni, Nduku, Muli, Gideon, Getrude, Wandia, Challiot, Marvin, Anna, Mbae, Mutheu, Nthenya, Mutinda, Ndillinge, Muuo, Mbindyo among others.

Funeral organizing committees are meeting at Garden Square Nairobi, Charriot County Hotel Machakos and at home in Kikoko. Register Welfare Association are meeting at Athusi Hotel.

Service and burial will take place at her home in Kisekini Village Kikoko location on 14th January, 2017

Job 1:21; …the Lord gave and the Lord has taken away and our hearts have chosen peace.

Zakayo Mwongera Rwito

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Mr. Zakayo Mwongera Rwito on 30/12/2016.

Son of Mr and Mrs Ayub Rwito and husband of Irene Gatakaa Mwirichia of the University of Nairobi.

Father of Brenda Kathure Mwongera of Kabare Girls’ High School and Linda Gatwiri of Aga Khan Primary School. Brother of Rev. Dr. Joyce Nki (USA), Paul Rwito and Felister Wanjiku (USA), Reuben Rwito and Delphine Charity Rwito and Joel Kironcho (Daystar), Amon Rwito and Avis Berry (USA); Rahab Mwendwa Rwito, Deborah Karimi Rwito & Faith Rwito and Lee (USA). Brother-in-law of Purity, Kaari, Kageni, Njeri, Kezia, Kawira, Kagendi, Kanini and the late Rugendo. Cousin and uncle of many.

There will be a fundraising on Tuesday January 10th 2017 at San Valencia, Anniversary.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Mortuary on Saturday 14/01/2017 for a burial service at Gaitu Methodist Church and thereafter he will be laid to rest at his father’s home in Gaitu, Gitungine Village.

“Zakayo you have fought the good fight, you have finished the race, you have kept the faith.

 

Florence Muthoni Mwenje (Flora)

September 8th, 1971 – January 2nd, 2017

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing on to glory of Florence Muthoni Mwenje (Flora) of Portsmouth UK (formerly of Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital). Daughter of Esther Wangeci & the late Ephraim Kiragu of Ng’andu Village, Mathira, Nyeri County.

Wife of Samuel Mwenje Wamai and loving mother of Annmarie & Jayden. Daughter in-law of Mr & Mrs Joseph Wamae Mwenje.

Sister of Sammy, Tonny, Carol, Joe, Moses, & Peter. Sister in-law of Emmah, Jane, Kamau, Kinaro, late Martin, Nderitu, Kinyua, Nyaguthii, & Rachel. Cousin, niece, aunty & friend of many.

Meetings & prayers will be held daily from Tuesday 10th January 2017 at St. Kizito Hall, Holy Family Basilica from 5pm – 8pm.

Burial date will be announced later.

Psalms I 6: 15 Precious in the sight of the Lord, is the death of His saints. Amen

Rahab Wanjugu Kamande (Rae)

14/08/1986 – 2/1/2017

It is humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the demise of Rahab Wanjugu Kamande which occurred on 2nd January 2017 after a short illness.

Until her death she was Office Manager at FGxpress Intenational.

Daughter of Mr James Kamande Hinga and the late Agnes Wanja Kamande.

Loving fiancée of Kenneth Charles Stewart. Sister of the late John Ben Hinga and the late Jane Wanjiru, Beatrice Wairura, Jemimah Njeri and Samuel Mbugua.

Sister in law of Francis Njoroge of Link Symposia International. Her uncles are: Kamau Njoroge, George Mbugua Chege (Kitengela) and Kang’ethe.

Aunties are: Muchugu, Wanjugu, Njeri, Muthoni and Muthoni Mbugua.

Aunty of Lily Mbugua, Whitney Wanjira, Glenn James Kamande, Kieran Mbugua, Ken, Ciru, Wacuka, Njoroge, Wairura, Nyambura, Kamau. Cousin of Wairura, Nduta, Njoroge, Wanja, Ciru, Kamande, Njuguna, Alice, George, Steve and Ann of Trinity Surveyors Kitengela. Granddaughter of Mzee George Njukia and Cucu Wangui Hinga.

Friends and relatives are meeting at Tumaini House (5th Floor FGxpress offices), Nairobi CBD behind Kencom House everyday starting 6pm for funeral arrangements.

There will be a mini fundraiser at the same venue today Monday January 9, 2017.

A memorial service will be held tomorrow Tuesday January 10, 2017 at Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Chapel, along Mbagathi Road.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home on Wednesday 11th January 2017 at 8am for a funeral service and burial to held at Mugumo-ini Village, Maragwa, Murang’a County.

May God rest her soul in eternal peace

 

Dominic Thangaru Ngechu

It’s with love and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Dominic Thangaru Ngechu on 3rd January 2017.

Son of Stanley Ngunjiri (the late) and Sabina Wangari. Husband of Elizabeth Gathoni Thangaru. Father of Jemimah Nyambura, Sabina Wangari, Jennifer Wamuyu, Michael Ngunjiri, Gibson Mbari, Jack Odhiambo and Caroline Waruguru. Grandfather of Elizabeth, Sam, Charity, Shantel, Jason and Cherish. Brother of Gabriel Kanyi, Jennifer Kiribu, Margaret Ngunjiri, Teresah Maim, Alice Njagi and Joyce Njaramba.

Friends and relatives are meeting at Sportsview Hotel-Kasarani, Magomano Hotel in Nairobi CBD, his residence in Clay City, 5th Street (Baraka Court) Kasarani and his home at Gathukimundu, Kiandere farm Mukurwe-ini.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home on 11th January 2017 at 7am. Service and funeral at his home at Gathukimundu, Kiandere farm Mukurwe-ini.

Any contributions can be made through Mobile No: 0722-331138.

May the Name of the Lord be praised

Mzee Raphael Abong’o Osome

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Mzee Raphael Abong’o Osome of Kitale Cherangani Scheme Matunda, Trans Nzoia County on 24th December 2016.

Husband of Isabela Opanga and the late Gaudencia Dorcas Juma.

Father of the late Josephine Akinyi, the late Mary Akomo, the late Bether Achola, the late Pamela Atieno, the late Haningtone Lai, the late Anne Maina, Peres Akoth, Gaudencia Oungu, Martin Ajuoga, Pamela Waringa, George Otieno and Yonah Nyawalo.

Brother of Nahashon Ojayo and Merisa Ojayo of Seme Katieno.

Son in law of Awuor Oloi and Lewnora Awoo, Zacharia Onditi and Yuanita Akatch.

Father in law of the late Joseph, Rev N Waringa, Peninah Otieno, Charles Maina, Andrew Oloo, Selline Nyawalo, Ruth among others.

Uncle of Solomon Ojayo, Director Samson Opiyo, Counselor Rose Lai, Edwin Mboya, Mitto, Christine, Fredrick, Mercy, among others.

Brother in law of Merisia Ojayo, the late Rev Haningtone Lai and Lea Lai, Margaret, Jane, Monica, and the late James and Ann.

Grandfather of Dick, Allan, Maggy, Raphael, Dorcas, Caren, Tom, Lydia, Rose, J.G Richard Marende Lai, Densi and Barak among others.

Great grandfather of Beth, Mose, Lavine, Jose, among others.

The cortege leaves Cherengani Nursing Home Kitale on Friday 6th January 2017.

Burial will take place on Saturday 7th January 2017 at his home in Kitale, Cherengani Scheme, Kapsara Village Matunda, Trans Nzoia County.

With long life I will satisfy him and show him salvation – Psalm 91:11

Zipporah Wai Muthumbi

1928 – 31/12/2017

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Sister-in-Christ Zipporah Wangechi Muthumbi which occurred on 31/12/2016 after a long illness.

Daughter of late Murefu King’aru and the late Mukami Murefu. Wife of the late Ethan Muthumbi. Mother of the late Alice Murugi, the late Francis Nderitu, Eunice Muthoni, Anne Wairimu, Charles Wanjohi, Grace Nyaguthii and Richard Kariuki.

Sister of the late King’aru, the late Mumbi, the late Fundi, and Wangari. Mother-in-law of Wachira, Rev. Wanjohi, Kihu, Njoki and Waniiku.

Friends and relatives are meeting every evening at her home in Ndogino, Leshau Pondo, and at her daughter Wairimu’s home at Mairo lnya.

The cortege leaves Nyahururu County Hospital Mortuary on Friday, 6th January 2017 at 8:30am for service and burial at her home in Ndogino Leshau Pondo, Nyandarua County.

May the Lord rest our mother’s soul in eternal peace.

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

 

Jeremiah Mungania Ayub

Jeremiah Mungania Ayub

Ayub Mkulima Stores Meru

1947-2016

We the family of Jeremiah Mungania Ayub and the greater Ayub Kijana family sincerely thank all our friends, relatives, in-laws and church community for your prayers, contributions and participation in granting Jeremiah a befitting send-off. We thank the doctors and Medical teams at Milimani Hospital Meru, M.P. Shah Hospital and Ladnan Hospital, Nairobi, and finally the K.N.H. Nairobi for their special care accorded to Jeremiah. Special thanks goes to all the Priests, Pastors and Church Leadership at Mwanika Methodist Church-Kithoka, St. Stephen’s Catholic Church-Gitoro, Kinoru and Makutano Methodist churches and neighbours for your support, prayers and anticipation.

Thank you all and God Bless you.

Rtd. Pastor Daniel Muema Kalii

It s with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of dear father Rtd. Pastor Daniel Muema Kalii of Mukimwani Sub-Location, Kalimani Location, Kisau Division, Mbooni East District, Makueni County, which occurred on 2nd January 2017 at St. Mary’s Mission Hospital. Lang’ata after a long illness.

Loving husband of the late Agnes Kanyali. Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Kalli Makau. Father of the late Jonathan Kilatya, Winfred Beth (Kisau – Sub County Hospital), Josphine Mutethya (Katumani Dispensary KARI-Machakos), Joseph Kimanthi (Kwa Kalenga Market), Stephen Mutuku (Nairobi), Justus Musyoki (Mbumbuni), Florence Ndinda (Ngakaa) Dr. B.K Muema (JKUAT) and Medrin Ndunge (Mbumbuni).

Father-in-law of Charles Kiilu (Kathiani), Dr. Makau Matheka. (Ministry of Health HQS), Patrick Nzyoka (Matuu) and Joseph Maingi (Mbumbuni), Janet Kimanthi, Ruth Mutuku, Felistus Musyoki and Angelica Kyalo.

Son-in law of the ate Mr. and Mrs. Mutie Kitonga. Brother of the late Mutua Kalii. the late Kivindu, Munyaani, the late Muluki, Willy Kalii, Kavingu, Joseph Kalii, Katungwa and Ndavi Kalii.

Brother-in-law of the late Maingi Mutie, Betti, Mutete and Ndungi Mutie. Grandfather of Mutisya, Mutie, Carol Mwende, Tom, Muoka, Carol Mutheu, Kennedy, Ndile, Mwikali, Mumbo, Mambo, Sidney, Linda, Mwongeli, Mwendwa, Mbinya, Patience, Betty, Ndunge, Moses, Agnes, Muuo, Kanyali, Waita, Mutheu and Ngumbau.

Great grandfather of Sophia, Alvin, Shawn, Nicholas, Ganna, and Brighty.

There will be meetings from 4th to 6th January 2017 for the burial preparations at Garden Square, Nairobi, Suntex Hotel Mbumbuni, Comfy Inn Thika Road and his rural home Mukimwani Village.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Monalisa Mortuary – Machakos – on 7th January for burial at 2pm at his Mukimwani Farm.

Nau Koma Nesa

Jacob Kimathi Kiambati

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Mr. Jacob Kimathi Kiamhati of APA Insurance Co. Ltd, Maua, which occurred on 31st December 2016 at Nairobi South Hospital after a short. illness.

Son of Mr Elijah M’Kiambati M’Tuerandu and Veronica Nyegera M’Kiambati. Husband of Charity Muthoni Kimathi of Mau, Methodist Hospital.

Father of Lorna Kanyua, Sharon Kathure, and Ivy Nkatha.

Brother of William Kathurima, Serah Mugambi (Formerly of KNLS), Lt Col Francis Kaaria (Formerly of KDF), Daniel Gitonga Kiambati (Capital Sacco Meru), Jeremiah Kiogora, the late Gladys Kanana, Paul Gikunda, Gibson Kimaita, Abraham Muriithi Kiambati, (Kenya Prison), Joshua Mutwiri Kiambati (Kenya Police) and Ayub Murianki. Son-in-law of Mr M’Rithaa and Agnes Kagoji M’Rithaa. Brother-in-law of Fredrick Kithinji Rithaa (Family Bank), John Muriithi (KWF), Wilson Mbae, Kirimi, Koome, Kinya, Florence, Evangeline and Wanja. Uncle of many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at Meru Safari Hotel, Maua Midland Hotel, Nairobi, Nanyuki and at his home Katheri Kiruanyi Village from 5pm daily.

The cortege leaves Meru Funeral Home on 6th January 2017 at 9am and thereafter a funeral service at M.C.K Kiruanyi Church and burial at his home in Kiruanyi village Kathiranga West Location Meru County.

May God rest his soul in eternal peace.

Joseph Mwangi Thuo

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of Joseph Mwangi Thuo formerly of C Dorman Ltd on 26th December 2016 at Nairobi Women’s Hospital.

Son of the late Erastus Thuo and the late Gladys Muthoni Thuo of Kaharo, Mukurwe-ini Nyeri County.

Husband of Mercy Wanjiku and father of Gladys Muthoni (St Catherines Girl’s Secondary School, Machakos), and Emmanuel Thuo (Mirema School).

Brother of Lucy Wanjiru Kamuiru, the late Virginia Wanjiku Kahiu, James Muraguri (Baraka Bookshop, Kayole), the late Francis Munge, Edward Nyaga (Edash Electrical Works, Nyamakima) and the late Eliud Mutitu.

Family, friends and relatives are meeting daily at Millemium 200 Hotel, Nyamakima and at his residence in Zimmerman Estate starting at 6pm.

The cortege leaves KU Mortuary on Friday 6th January 2017 at 7.30am for the funeral service at St Luciah Catholic Church, Kaharo, at 10am and thereafter burial at Gakira Farm.

Joe, God loved you more than us. Rest in Peace.

Nancy Wangari Mwihu

April 16th, 1969 – December 30th, 2016

The death has occurred of Nancy Wangari Mwihu daughter of Agnes Nyamuhito Mwihu.

She was mother of Wendy Warutere, Angel Waithera and the late Catherine Waguthi and Jeniffer Wairimu.

There will be a fundraiser to offset medical bills on 4th January at Norwich Union House, Mama Ngina Street, Room No. 5 from 5pm.

Contributions to M-Pesa can be sent to telephone No. 0799-074 821.

Daily funeral meetings are being held at her mother’s residence in Jericho House No R23694, Opposite Ofafa Jericho Shopping Centre from 5.30pm.

May Almighty God rest her soul in eternal peace.

 

Pius Munywoki Maliti

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of Pius Munywoki Maliti (Glass Mart). He hails from Ilelambyu Location, Mwingi West, Kitui County.

Son of the late Maliti Nzoka and Agnes Mali. Beloved Husband of Mary Maria. Father of Brian Maliti, Agnes, Mumbua, Esther and Poline. Father in-law of Kyule Maithya and Catherine Maliti. Brother to Kauu, late Musyoka, Ndonyi and Jacob. Kiteme, Mbete, Kathini, Mwende, Ndanu and Mwikali.

Son in-law of Makau Kimomo of Tala. Brother in-law of Senator Johnston Muthama, John Mwaka, late Mutilu. Veronica, Evelyn, Annah, Mary, late Nthenya and Katheo. Uncle of many and grandfather of many.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his home at llelambyu and Mwingi Town. Friends based in Nairobi will meet on Thursday 5th January, 2017 at Garden Square from 5.30pm.

The cortege will leave Kenyatta University Funeral Home on Saturday 7th January, 2017 for a funeral service t Ilelambyu Primary Sschool and there after burial at his home.

May his soul pest in peace

Loise Ndaaru Gatiba

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the demise of Loise Ndaaru Gatiba of Komo-Munyu, Thika,

Daughter of the Late Githiri Mwinyongori and the late Wamina Githiri.

Wife of the Late Fredrick Gatiba Gatuthu(Komo-Munyu).

Mother of Margaret Njeri Mbiyu, Irene Njoki Gatiba, John Githiri Gatiba, Pauline Wambu Gatiba and the Late Virginia Gakenia Ng’ang’a (Mombasa).

Sister of the Late Mwaura Githiri (Karia-lkinu) and Muthoni Githiri (Majengo-King’orani Mombasa). Grandmother of 17, great grandmother of 19 sons and daughters.

Family and Friends are meeting daily at her home in Komo-Munyu, Thika, for prayers and burial arrangements.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral Home, Thika Road, on 9th January 2017 at 9am and later proceed to her home Komo Village Munyu Thika for burial service at 12pm.

In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live forever. Amen.

 

of Peninah Ndulu Munyeke

Sunrise August 20th, 1946

Sunset December 30th 2016

It is with humble acceptance that we announce the untimely death of Peninah Ndulu Munyeke. Daughter of the late Maithya Ngungui and late Elizabeth Kamaa. Wife of Jonathan Munyeke Kilonzo. Mother of the late Cecilia Mumbua, Francis Mutua Munyeke (DEO Machakos), the late Veronica, Monica (Ngilumo Primary), Muthoki (Sekeleni Primary), the late Ndunge, Mueni, Muli (Nguumo Boys’ Secondary School), Irene Mbithe (AIC Sultan Hamud Primary School), Kilonzo (Utithi Secondary) and Musyoki. Sister of Mutele, Mbulo, Masive, Kanzi, the late Kitilo, the late Mulingwa, Nyululi, late Mwikali, Christine, Mukulu, Kavai, Ngwembe, Muinde, the late Mutungi and Ngina. Grandmother of Francis Nzomo (Itiira Secondary), Emmaculate (Mukameni Primary), Ruth Ndulu (Machakos University), Nancy Ndulu (Kenyatta University) among others.

Mother-in-law of Nicholas Makumbi, Kasyoki Musau (Msa County Sch. Audit), Emmah Mutua (Katangini Primary School.) Justina Muli (St. Peter Thange Secondary School). Aunt of Makau Mwanzui (Hery investments), John Mwanzwili (Juphy Agencies), Jackson Walta (Isaani Primary) among others.

Sister in- law of Annah Waita, Alice Mateta and Damaris Munyiva.

Relatives and friends are meeting at her home Mbui Nzau, Kibarani and Machakos (at Lau hotel) respectively for funeral arrangement everyday from 5pm. The cortege will leave Kibwezi funeral home for burial service on Saturday 7th January I 2017 at 9am and thereafter she will be laid to rest at her farm in Mbui Nzau, Makindu Sub-County.

 

In God’s hands you rests, in our heart you live forever. Amen.