It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Teresa Njoki Gachiri, wife of Major Doctor J.R Gachiri, on 5th August 2025 after a short illness.

Teresa was the beloved daughter of the late Peter Gikonyo Kambo and the late Esther Wambui Gikonyo of Marmanet, Nyahururu. She was the daughter-in-law of the late Paul Kiminda Thuita and Elizabeth Muthoni Kiminda of Wanyororo, Nakuru County.

She was a doting mother of Maureen Muthoni Gachiri, Kennedy Kiminda Gachiri and George Gikonyo Gachiri. She was the grandmother of Maxwell James Gachiri Kiminda.

She was a sister of Vincent Kambo, the late Immaculate Nieri, Pius Ndirangu, Annie Wairuri, Gikonyo Mwangi, Francis Ndungu and Cecilia Wanjiku. She was a sister-in-law, a cousin, an aunt and a friend to many.

There will be a Requiem Mass on Wednesday 13th August 2025 at St. Austin’s Catholic Church, Msongari at 10.00 am.

The Funeral Mass will be on Friday 15th August 2025 from 1100 hrs at the family home in Kinangop. Friends and Family will leave Lee Funeral Home at 0600 hrs.

There will be meetings for funeral arrangements on Monday 1 1th August and Wednesday 13th August 2025 at Consolata Shrine Allamano Center from 1600 hrs.

– Psalm 34:18 “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

 

(28th January, 1945 – 2nd August, 2025)

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Joyce Karwitha Ndethiu on 2nd August 20Th while receiving ICU care at the Life Care Hospital in Meru, having previously been undergoing treatment at the Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi for the last eleven months.

She was the beloved daughter of the late Elizabeth and Solomon Ndethiu. She was the third born sister of the late Isaiah and Mary Murunga, the late Samuel and Harriet Mutua, Eunice and Justus Manyara, Julius and Mary Ndethiu, Joel and Celina Gitonga, the late Morris Munene, Ceciiia Gitonga, the late Joshua Mutethia and Salome Mutethia.

Devoted mother of the late Beatrice Karambti, Linda Kathambi, Frank Mwirigi, Brian Kimathi and Allan Mwiti, and mother-in-law of Ken Mugo and Angie Muthoni.

She will be dearly missed by her grandchildren Jabu, Baraka and Wema. She was a treasured aunt, cousin and friend to many.

A memorial service was held on 7th August, 2025 at the MCK Charles New Church, Nairobi.

Funeral arrangements are being held daily at her Meru home in Mwithumwiru, Kaaga – behind Westwind Hotel.

The funeral procession will leave Cool Breeze Funeral Home, Kiirua for MCK St. Paul s Church at 9.30am. Church service will begin at 11.00 a.m. arid thereafter proceed for interment at her residence on Tuesday 12th August 2025.

In God’s hands you rest our dear Mum, sister, aunt, cousin and friend.

Sunrise: 1946 – Sunset: 04/08/2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will 1 that we announce the calling to Glory of our dear Sister-in-Christ, Nellie Ngonyo Mwaura.

Daughter of the late James Kiarie Marenga Milkah Waceke.

Loving wife of John MwauraVVainaina.

Sister of Margaret Wanjiru, Rachael Muthoni (USA), & the late Francis -Mande, Evanson Kahira, John Mugwe, Virginia Wanjiru, Loise Kimani and Paul_ Njuguna.

Mother of Lilian Njoki, Victor Wainaina, James Kiarie and Jane Wacheke. Grandmother and great-grandmother to many children.

Prayers and funeral arrangements are happening daily at her home in Ruku, on the Wangige to Ngecha Road.

The cortege will leave PCEA Kikuyu Hospital Funeral Home at 9.00 a.m., on Thursday 14/08/25. The funeral service will be held at ACK Christ the King, Ruku at 11.00 a.m. and thereafter burial at her home in Ruku, next to St Kevin’s Secondary School.

Family contact: Jane Wacheke Mwaura (0701313982).

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

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Alice Wambui Kairu Martin which occurred on 23/7/2025 at Nairobi West Hospital.

Alice was a beloved daughter of Esther Muthoni and the late Richard Kairu: and daughter in-love of Charles Wambicho and Veronica Wanjiku.

Alice was the devoted wife of Martin Kariuki and a loving mother of Maureen, Cedric and Esther.

Alice was a dear sister of Anne, Felista, Charity, Purity, Rosaline, Anthony and Eric; and a sister-in-law of Ben, Simon, Alice, Anne, Mary, Agnes, and Enirua

She was a cherished aunt of Lin, Kevin, Mercy, Vincent, Wendy, Sonata., Taniqua.Tyrique, Neil, Maleigh, Hadassah, lan,Wendy, Ryan, Eddie, Edna. Andy, Sean, lira, Patricia, Perpetual, Jayden, Tiffany, Mitchell, Ethan, Diana, Rita, lvana and Clare .

Family and friends are gathering daily for prayers and funeral preparations from 4.30 pm. at the family home in Thika, Phase 10 (Delta Zone Estate, House No. 8).

The cortege will leave Montezuma Funeral Home, Kabati on Tuesday, 12th August 2025 at 7:00 a.m., followed by a funeral service at Kaguthi Catholic Church, beginning at 10.00 am, after which she will be laid to rest at the family farm in Kaguthi Village, Kandara.

May her soul rest in eternal peace.

 

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death Mwalimu Japhet Kinyamu Guantai of Guiti Sub-Location, Kiamutuja Village.

 

Son of the late M’Guantai M’lburi and the late Elizabeth M’Guantai of lthimbari Village, Upper Chure Sub-Location, Chure Location, Igoki Division, Abogeta Sub-County, Meru County.

Beloved husband of Rebecca Tirindi. Father of Lucy Gatwiri Murithi, Jackson Mutai, Felicity Kathambi Bundi, late Monica Kiende Kaimenyi, Brendah Makena, Dorcas Nthiira Mutuma, the late Kate Mwendwa and Pauline Ndumba.

Father in-law of Linus Murithi, Ann Mutai, Bundi M’Miriti, Charles Kaimenyi and Job Mutuma M’Raaria.

Brother of the late Eustace Muriungi, Josphat Gichuru, Bridget Karimi, Julia Karegi, Doris Mugure, the late Kellen Karuru, the late Erastus Mbobua, the late Albert Mwiti, Joyce Nyegera, the late Mercy Nkirote, Lucy Kaburu, Bessy Kanini, Joshua Mutwiri and Jane Ntibuka.

Son in-law of the late Japhet Meme and the late Janet Meme. He has left behind 17 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are meeting daily at his home Guiti Village for prayers and burial preparation.

The cortege leaves Consolata Hospital Nkubu on Tuesday 12th August 2025 at 9.00 am thereafter prayers and burial ceremony will be held at his home Guiti Sub-Location, Kiamutuja Village. Meru County.

Matthew 25:21 ‘Well done, you good and faithful servant!’ said his master. `You have been faithful in managing small amounts, so I will put you in charge of large amounts Come on in and share my happiness!’

His story may be ending but his Legacy will forever be told.

Sunrise: 6th January 1985 – Sunset: 25th July 2025

It is with profound sadness and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the untimely passing of Titus Ngala Mbaga, who went to be with the Lord on 25th July 2025 through a tragic road accident.

He was the beloved 3rd born son of Edmund Mbaga Lewa and Rosalia Nzingo Ngala.

A devoted husband of Ms. Terry Mwangome and a loving father of Tamama and Talia Ngala.

Titus was a cherished brother of Fredrick Lewa, Phoebe Mnyazi, Lucy Magombe, Gilly Mwagambo.Vicky Mwaboza.

He began his education journey at St. Martins Primary School before proceeding to Ribe Boys High School. He later pursued higher learning at Rift Valley Technical Institute and Mt. Kenya University. Professionally, Titus joined public service on 26th October, 2020 as a Pensions Assistant  III, where he served with diligence and distinction until his untimely passing. He was  yet to graduate with his Bachelors this year, a true testament to his dedication and pursuit of excellence.

Titus will be remembered for his humility, warmth, and unwavering commitment to both family and service. His life was a blessing, his memory a treasure, and he will remain deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He will be laid to rest on Saturday 9th August, 2025 at Gandini Village, Mwarakaya Subdivision, Chonyi Division, Kilifi South Sub-County, Kilifi County.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”… Matthew 5:4

28/01/1982 – 24/07/2025

It is deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Antony Dick Owi who died on the :14th July 2025 after a short illness.

He was beloved son of Jabet Zakavo Owi and mama Grace Atieno Owi.

Husband of Christabel Okoth and a loving father of Serena, Sylvia and Jabez Owil.

Son in law of the late John Okoth and mama Dorcas Okoth.

Brother of Lenza Nyabw-a. Felicia. Mary. Caroline, and Dorothy.

Brother-in-law of Roger, Michael, Cyprine, Meresa, the late Dolline, Joel and Nerry.

Grandson of the late Abisalorn Oil, the late mama Rosalia Owi and mama Sophia Owi.

A cherished uncle of Andrew, Ashley, Chelsea, Kimberly, Michael, Tyler, Robert, Kyle, Gracia, Ivy, David, Edith, Marlin and Keith. Cousin to many.

Family and friends are meeting for daily prayers and funeral arrangements at their family home in Kokuro village, Awendo Division,  Migori County.

The cortege will depart from Migori County Referral Hospital on Thursday 14th August 2025 at 11:00am for his final journey. The burial will take place on Friday 15th August 2025 at his above home.

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

Sunrise: 06/06/1968 – Sunset: 29/7/2025

It is with great sorrow, sadness and humble acceptance of God’s will that Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) Board of Directors, Management and Staff announces the untimely demise of Alice Akinyi Rawago, which occurred on 29th July 2025. The late before her death, was working at Kenya Forestry Research Institute Headquarters Muguga.

She was a daughter of late Ainea Rawago and Naomi Aluoch.

Wife of the late Alfred Oduor.

Sister of Regina Sihundu, Tabitha Olale, Beryl Ochanda, John Onyango, Zadok Okoth,the late Moses Otieno, the late Dickson Akumu, David Odhiambo, Onyango.

Mother of Lilian Adhiambo,Victor Odhiambo, Ronnie Baron, Vincent Otieno and Naomi Akoth.

Her grandchildren include Marcus, Jaylah, Malcom, Britney, Karembo, Humphrey, Eddy, and Carla.

The cortege will leave Nairobi on 15th August 2025 at 6.00am for mass at St Emmanuel ACK Church Bondo Parish on 16th August 2025 will be laid to rest at her residential family home in Bondo.

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

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Madam Jane Masibayi Musundi that occurred on Monday, 28th July 2025 after a short illness. She was formerly an employee of the Ministry of Co-operatives and MSME Development.

Daughter of the late George Gregory Musundi Kuchio and the late Consolata Ngira. Daughter-in-law of the late Peter Odera Ogola and Philpine Odeny Orembe.

She was wife of the late Maurice Ogola Odera.

Mother of Dancan Odongo Ogola and Linda Aketch Ogola. Sister of the late Dick Kuchio, Evaline Chituyi, Maureen Kuchio, Caroline Atera, the late William Opiyo, Eliud Saudi, Imelda Tindi, Karen Makokha, Joan Makokha, Lawrence Ongoma, Mercyline Nashirumbi, Ronald Kuchio, Immaculate Muyoti, Pauline Makokha, Angelina Musundi and Joseph Kuchio.

Niece of the late Hon. Gerald Masbayi, the late John Tindi, the late Mathew Kwena, the late Francis Asonga, the late Abraham Makokha, the late Major Vincent Shiranda, the late Ignatius Muyoti, the late Jim Kuchio, Cyprian Echesa, the late Apungu, the late Apolonia Makokha, the late Ludwina Muyoti,Anna Kwena, the late Scholastica Tindi, Teresa Nataba, Helena Chitui, the late Magdalene Musundi, the late Oda Namulanda, Mary Siang’ani, the late Mary Adongo and Mactilda

Family and friends meeting daily for prayers and funeral arrangements at the family home Nasra Garden Estate, Embakasi,

There will be a funeral church service on Tuesday 12th August 2025 from I 1.00am at the St Arnold Janssen Catholic Church Komarock, the final funeral service and burial will take place on Friday 15th August 2025 at her matrimonial home in Bondo, Maranyona.

“Eternal Rest Grant Unto Jane Masibayi Musundi O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul through the mercy of God rest in peace.”

“I am the resurrection & the life. The one who believes In me will live, even though they die.” — John 11:25.

It is with the acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of our beloved mum, grandma, sister, auntie and friend Lydia Nyagaki Muchemi.

She was the daughter of the late Charles Kamau Wanguhu and the late Florence Wambui Kamau.

She was the wife of Col Rtd David Muchemi. Beloved and loving mother of John Wangai, Charles Karnau, Nancy & Anthony Mureti and Florence Wambui. She was a mother figure of Nora Atieno. Cucu of Miles Wangai, Munene and Muruthi Mureti, Muruthi Fionn and Ciara Nyagaki.

Sister of the late Wycliff Wanguhu, Benson Mbugua, late Mesh Wanguhu, Lily Kabura, Gibson Gichuru, Margaret Wangechi, Alex Manyara, Charlene Wamaitha, Wanguhu Kamau, Kimani Kamau and Manyara Kamau.

Sister-in-law of the late Leah Wanguhu, Priscilla Mbugua, Margaret Wanguhu, Bernt Olson, Irene Gichuru, Hasse Erickson, Carol Manyara, George Karanja, Sarah Wanguhu, Njeri Kimani, Nyawira Manyara. An auntie and grandmother to many.

Funeral and burial details to follow.

In gods arms you rest and in our hearts you forever remain