It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden death of Mzee Abraham Sebastian Makokha, which occurred on 28th May 2025 at his home in Elukongo Village, Marach East Location, Busia County.

Son of the late Jacob Kuchio and Arnolda Amanya.

Beloved husband of the late Marsella Makokha and Josephine Kibande. Father of Kenneth, the late Terence, the late Roystone, the late Viona, Martha, Alphonce, Agatha, James, Arnold, Angeline, Sylvia and Lucy.

Brother of the late Gerald Masibayi, late John Tindi, the late Mathew Kwena, the late Francis Asonga, the late Gregory Musundi, the late Vincent Shiranda, the late Ignatious Muyoti, the late Jim Kuchio, Cyprian Echesa, Anna Kwena, Teresa Nataba, Hellen Chituyi, the late Scholastica Tindi, the late Oda Namulanda, the late Mary Adongo, Mary Siangani and Mactilda Kuchio.

Cousin of Ongoma’s,Twartos, Ondusye’s, Ayieko’s, Otsula’s and Muyoti’s. Uncle of Prof. Aurther Kwena and others.

Funeral arrangements are ongoing at his home in Elukongo Village.

The cortege will leave Francis Funeral Home in Korinda Busia on Thursday 2th June 2025 at 9.00am for mass service. Burial is scheduled to take place on 13th June 2025 at his homestead Elukongo Village.

1930-2025

It is with profound sorrow and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Papa Marko which occurred on 5th June 2025 by road accident.

He was the son of the late Leah Shatikha Mulanda and the late Daudi Mulanda Shinachi of the Ahasamo Clan, Kabras.

He was husband of the late Janet Apambo, the late Zipporah Ayuka, Benta Akinyi, Mary Nechesa and Consepta Namalwa.

Brothel of the late Hon Joshua Angatia (former MP Malaya), the late Meshach, Shem Shitokani, the late Hannah, the late William, Hellen Barasa and Elizabeth Chilongo.

Father of Mary Nyamisi, Benson Mukonyi, the late Anyona, Charles Muyale (formerly of Nzoia Sugar Co), Kennedy Chitala (former WHO), Grace, the late Alice, Shiyuka, Commissioner-Emeritus Suzanne Sharikha, Mulanda, Muyaka, Livisia, Murambii and Rhoda. He had 51 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren. Marko was Forster father, uncle, in-law and benefactor of many.

Former employee of (EA) Kenya Posts & Telecommunications, former Chairman and a current Trustee of the National Samo Council, a beloved elder in Kabras.

His body will leave the mortuary on 16th June 2025 for burial on 18th June 2025 at his home in Sharnoni Village of Malaya Sub-County.

“The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want”.

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Margaret Wanjiku Maina.

Beloved wife of the late Mwalimu Ayub Solomon Maina. of Jamhuri Estate, Nairobi County, which occurred on Friday, 6 June 2025 after a long illness bravely borne.

Daughter of the late Stanley Kamau and the late lerusha Wanjiru.

Loving mother of Solomon Mwangi, the late Stanley Christopher Gikonyo, and Benson Machana. Loving mother-in-love of Janet Kabeben-Macharia and Nien Mugwere-Gikonyo. Doting grandmother of Maina Mwangi, Angie, Paula, Maria and Maina Gikonyo; Wacera and Maina Macharia, and great-grandmother of Nile and Tana. Aunty, grand-aunty and great grand-aunty of many.

Beloved sister of Benson Njaria, Sarah Wanjiku, Damaris Muthoni, Noah Maina, Pastor Hezron Mwangi, the late Milcah Wangui, Samson Kamau, late Geoffrey Mutundu, the late Jael Wanjeri, Paul Gachanja, Rahab Wangari, Abyud Maruvu and Simon Kibe.

Family and friends are meeting daily at her residence in Jamhuri Estate, Nairobi, from Monday, 9 June 2025 at 6:00 pm for prayers and funeral arrangements.

A memorial service will be held at Chrisco Central Church in Woodley, Nairobi County from 11.00am to 1.00pm on Wednesday, 11 June 2025.

The cortege will leave Montezuma Funeral Home at 8,00am on Thursday, 12 June 2025 for a funeral service at ACK St. James Ngutu Church, Gitugi, Murang’a County at 11am. Thereafter the burial will take place at her farm in Ngutu.

“Blessed are those who die in the Lord… they will rest from their labour, for their deeds will follow therm”— Revelation 4: 1 3

Rest in eternal peace, Mum. You lived a life full of love, grace, faith, and strength.

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

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing o our beloved father, Stephen Gachini Moko, which occurred on Thursday, 5th June 2025.

The late Stephen Gachini was the cherished son of the late Peter Moko, the late Hannah Njoki and the late Elizabeth Wangui. He was a beloved brother of Kamau, Kahunyuro, Wanjiru, Gachini, Wambui, Mburu, Kahunyuro, Gitau, the late Wanjiru and the late Wambui.

He was the devoted husband of Jane Wangechi Gachini, and a loving father of Mary Njoki – Ol kalou, Michael Moko Menengai Hospital, Nakuru, John Gitau National Bank Headquarters, Patrick Kamau Kiambu Level 5 Hospital, Dr. James Mwangi – Consultant Surgeon, Elizabeth Wanjiku – Githunguri Level 3 Hospital, Dr. Samuel Gachini (PhD) – DT Global International. He was a proud and loving grandfather of many and a mentor to countless others.

The late Stephen Gachini serded with distinction at National Bank, Nakuru, until his retirement.

The cortege leaves 3M Memorial Hospital, Ol Kalou, on Thursday, 12th June 2025, for the funeral service and burial as his home in Passenga Village, Ol Kalou, Nyandarua County.

We are grateful for the gift of his life, and we celebrate the legacy he leaves behind.

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

Sunrise: 30th July, 1976 – Sunset: 9th May, 2025

It is with humble acceptance of Gods will that we announce the passing on of Linda Grace Achieng Odongo which occurred on 9th May 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri, USA.

Daughter of the late Romulus Odongo Marwara, the late Wilbroda Odongo, and the late Mary Atieno Odongo. Sister of Albert, the late Calisto, the late Josephine Akinyi, Valentine, Catherine, Josephine Adhiambo, George, Eric,Victor, Daniel and Kevin.

Sister-in-law of Carol Odero Brydon Foote, Nateya Carrington, Josiah Ogolla, Miriam Wanjiru, Evelyn Okoth, Catherine Odongo and Jennifer Odongo.

Auntie of Amy, Trinity, Zayne, Konio, Brian, Mary Joy, Bryson, Brandon, Olivia, Alex, Ryan and Trevor.

There will be a memorial service on Friday 13th June 2025 at St Theresa Kibuye Catholic Church, Kisumu starting at 11.00 am.

Burial will be held at 10.00 am on Saturday, 14th June, 2025 at the family home near Mitiro Primary School in Sakwa Waohra, Bondo.

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

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Catherine Kigasia Kivai on 31st May 2025, after a lifetime of love, excellence and servitude.

Daughter of the late Joram Amadi and Terry Amadi from Chango,Vihiga.

Wife of Hon. Ernest Ogesi Kivai – Member of the National Assembly (Vihiga). Mother of Clint Ogesi Kivai, Antony Amadi Kivai and Mike Bwondera Kivai.

Daughter-in-Law of the late Pst. Meshack Kivai and Haddah Kadi of Kigadahi.

Sister of Roselyn Amadi, Eng. Lawrence and Violet Awori, Charles and Stella Oketch, Eric and Sarah Asava, Eugene and the late Lucy Nkuranga, Martin and Hellen Amadi, Wycliffe and Mariamu Amadi.

Sister in law of the late Benson Endekwa and Florence Endekwa, Alfred and Nifredah Ongira, the late Richard Luseno and Gladys Luseno, Kenneth and Rosemary Kivai, Patrick and Jane Kivai and Hudson Kivai. She was also a loving aunt and grandmother of many.

The memorial service shall be held at Friends International Centre, Ngong Road on Wednesday I June 2025 at 1100 am. Burial is on Saturday, 14th June 2025 in Kigadahi Village,Vihiga County.

“Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on,”yes”says the spirit they will rest from their labor for their deeds will follow them”

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our Patriarch Ignatpy, occurred on June 3rd 2025. Son of the late Thomas Obwaku and the late Mama Christine lyaya(Nagara).

Beloved husband of the late Jacinta Akelo Obwaku and Mama Ursula Agola Amolo Obwaku. A great and adorable father of Christine, Everline, Janerose, Clement, Salome, Tom, Michael, Winnie Pauline, Govan,Vyett, Ivy and Eddy.

Loving brother of the late Cornel Otwane, the late Clement Obwaku, the late Lucas Obwaku, the late Fulgeria Atyang and Hellen Obwaku, Sylvester, Simon, Louis, John and Celestine Papa of Mary, the late Igeno, Pamela, Josephine, the late Ursula, Consolata, the late Assumpta, Andrew, Aquinas, Robert, Christine, Joachim, CIMO and Tom.

Uncle of Nelly, Neryl, Andrew,Virginia, Emily,Victor, Mactilda, Teresa, Rhoda, Stephen, Judith, Edwin, Cynthia, Franklin, Major Kelvin, Hellen, Dr Tony, Linda among others.

Mzee was son in-law of Mama Anna Opalakadi of Chakol and the late Mama Helena Akelo and the late Andrea Amolo of Lwanya Matayos. Brother-in-law of the late Kevina Amai, Kevina lkwii, the late Lucy Obwaku, the late Bena Ajwang, Joseph Okware, Anthony Opalakadi, Maurice Okisegere. George Amollo, the late Jessica Papa, Jacinta Oleso, the late Joseph Amolo and the late Charles Mbingi.

Doting grandfather of Mitchelle Cheryl, Chloe Danika, Becca, Loyola Jnr, Keylart, Karen, Kelly, Jacy, Harry, Catherine,Vicky, Rihanna, Shina, Andrew, among others.

Beloved Father in-law of Diana Bosibori. Dr Mbati, Tom Opondo, Peter Mufoyongo, among others.

Basakwa of David Papa In the lkaruok clan. Ignatius is survived by several cousin brothers to name but a few Prof Martin Etyang, Dan Oramisi, George Ikwara, Maj Rtd Paul Nyongesa, Beda Esau, Joseph Okware among others.

Prayers and Funeral Arrangements are being held at his home in Apokor Village, Amukura, Teso Central, Busia County.

There will be a Fundraiser to offset outstanding Medical bills and Funeral Associated Costs at United Kenya Club on 12th June 2025. All are welcome

Memorial Service will be held on Friday 20th June at his Akobwait home, thereafter procession to  Apokor for overnight stay. Mass and Interment will be on Saturday 21st June at his Apokor Home.

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“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” — Rev 21:4.

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the demise of our-beloved Jeniffer Nafula Wasike, which occurred on 30th May 2025.

Beloved daughter of Mzee Timona Wasike Bisuche and the late Mama Phoebe Nangekhe Wasike. Step daughter of Margaret Wasike. Daughter in-law of Ezna Liyayi & Japheth Kavaya.

Beloved wife of Jetheri Kavaya Gulavi (JET) and loving mother of Alvin Wasike, the late Oliver Kavaya and Gulavi Conswella Liyayi. Foster mother of Emily and Hilda Vusha Kavaya.

A cherished first born among, Juma Wasike, Ben Wasike, Boaz Wasike, Patrick Wasike, late Violet Wasike, James Wasike, Kevin Wasike, Knight Wasike, Alice Wasike, Gilbert Wasike, Janet Wasike, Dorcas Wasike, Hudson Wasike, Joan Wasike, and the late John Wasike as siblings.

Sister-in-law of Betty, Jane, Charity, Juliet and Janet.

She also had 8 Nephews namely; Victor, Leon, Paul Joshua, Craven, Isaac, Emmanuel, Dennis, Floyd, Griffin’s, Mike, David, Ebenezer, Nikol, Mike, Gillon, Blessing, Levynn, Dennis and 14 Nieces namely Emly,Winnie, Lauren, Sheila, Ivy, Faith, Emily,Whitley, Imelda, Natalie, Nayla, Esther, Mitchel, Rebecca, Maureen, Neema, Everlen June, Jay and Margaret Natalie.

In-law of the late Stella, the late Rose, Nelson, Margaret, late Phinious, Jane, the late Janet.

She served for many years as a dedicated employee of the National Social Security Fund NSSF known for her professionalism and commitment. She was known for her strong Christian foundation she was a prophetess, philanthropist, Prayer warrior and Evangelist.

Prayers and meetings are being held daily at her residence in Nairobi at Komarock Phase 2, Infill A Estate from 4.00pm and Harambee will be held on Sunday 8th June 2025 from 2.00pm and 11th June 2025.

Burial will take place in Vihiga County, Sabatia Sub County, Wodanga Ward, Gavudia Sub-location, Chavuli Village on the 14th June 2025.

 

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Christopher Wanjohi Kariuki formerly of Ministry of Education, Teachers Service Commission (T.S.C), Ministry of Interior and Ministry of I.C.T.

Son of the late Daniel Kariuki and the late Lydia Wanjiku.

Husband of Margaret Wanjiru Wanjohi. Father of Ken Muthee (Crescent Tech), Kevin Mwangi (M.P Shah Hospital). Anthony Murimi (Paysync Limited) and Edwin Muriithi-Kanjuri Boys High School. Father-in-law of Esther Wanjiku Mwangi and grandfather of Kelsie Wanjiru Mwangi.

Brother of the late Rose Mwangi, the late Jesse Mwangi, Hellen Muthoni, Jackson Maim (Businessman Kagio) and Julie Mwangi (MEDA). Brother-in-law of the late Jane Mathenge, Susan Wangui, Delphin Kibe, the late Francis Kamau, Patrick Kingori, Lucy Wathuti, Alice Wambaire and Pauline Wairimu. He was a cousin, uncle and a friend of many.

Relatives and friends are meeting daily at their Ruai home and Kiaragana from 6:00pm for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Jamii Nursing Home-Karatina on Friday 13th June, 2025 at 8:00am for a funeral service at P.C.E.A Kiambogo Church from 10:00am. Thereafter burial ill be at their Kiaragana home in Kirinyaga County.

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

 

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing away of Kian Apwoka, beloved son of Esther Achiko Omulokoli, grandson of Professor Watson and Emma Omulokoli, nephew of Barnabas and Elise, Paul and Hannah and many others. The late Kian was cousin of Zamar, Floralee and many others.

Friends and relatives will meet in Kahawa Sukari on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 6.00 pm; Tuesday June 10, 2025, at CITAM Rongai at 5.00 pm; and on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at CITAM Valley Road at 5.30pm for prayers, support and planning for a decent send off for our beloved late Kian.

The memorial service will be held at CITAM Valley Road on Thursday, 12th June 2025 at 1.00 pm.

The cortege leaves Montezuma on Friday 13th June 2025. The funeral and the burial service will take place in Esalwa Village Bunyore in Vihiga County on Saturday 14th June 2025 at 10.00am.