Eng. Wilfred Ondieki Mayaka

It is with deep sadness and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of our clearly beloved Eng. Wilfred Ondieki Mayaka of Mosobeti, Nyamira County on Saturday 13th September, 2025.

Son of late Mayaka Mayaka and the late Kwamboka Nyauo Mayaka.

He was a cherished and devoted husband of Mrs. Susanah Bosibori Ondieki. Loving father of Annold Getaro, the late Callaghan Ogega, Benjamin Mochama, Stela Omari and Golda Mayaka. He was a beloved father-in-law of Bathseba Getaro, Peter Omari, and Mary Samuel.

Son-in-law of the late Mzee James Maraga and the late Mama Helena Nyaranda.

Brother of the late Gesare, the late Nyachuba, the late Ong’era, the late Nyangweso, the late Osumo, the late Nyakundi, ClIr. Peterson Machogu, Prof. Benjamin Ondigi, Siriba, Nyabuti, Nyamoita among others.

Brother-in-law of Yunis Ondoro, the late Zephania Omosa, Absalom Nyang’ate, the late Samuel Mong’ate, Laban Mouti, Patroba, Ombongi, the late Isaac Oeba, Rael Mireri, Joyce Boyani, Priscilla Moraa, Kwamboka, Yunuke, Alloys, Simeon, Nyanchama, Beatrice, Agnes, Martha, Jennifer, Gladys among others.

Grandfather of Jakin, Joy, Isaack, Natasha, Asher, Adriel, Abi, Jerry and Jetriel.

Korera of Mr Absalom & Mrs. Rael Opini, Mr Benson & Mrs. Beldina Nyagwencha, and the late Samuel Anunda and Mrs. Beatrice Anunda. Semo of the late Elsaphan Ondoro, David Mireri, Patrick Manyaga and the late Nyasimi. Uncle to many.

The cortege leaves Star Mortuary Kisumu on Thursday 25th September; 2025, followed by burial service on Friday 26th September, 2025 at his home in Mosobeti Village, Nyamira County.

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

Rest in Peace, till the resurrection morning.

Mzee Stephen Kathukya Ngoloma

In Loving Memory

We wish to announce the passing of our beloved Mzee Stephen Kathukya Ngoloma, son of the late Gerishon Ngoloma and the late Mukenyi Ngoloma.

He was a loving husband of the late Edna Nduku and Grace Mbele, and a devoted father of Katiwa Munene, Mumbua Giati, Mutindi Song’e, Kathukya Ngoloma, Timothy Mulandi, and Gerishon Mbiu.

Father-in-law of the late Kenneth Munene, the late Thomas Giati, Simba Song’e, Lilly Kidali, Zipora, and Esther.

He was the brother of the late Esther Mbose Matete, the late Susan Muli, the late Mary Mutinda Ngundo, the late Jackson Kilelo, the late Thompson Mbiu, the late David Nthuli, Esther Ndulu Mutuku, Anne Bwika, and Sarah Kikuvi.

He was a brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, grandfather, and great-grandfather to many.

The burial ceremony will be held on 25th September 2025 at his home in Kitulani village, Makueni County.

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

Mzee Joseph Wabuyele Mukewa

Sunrise: 1930 — Sunset: 11th September 2025

With deepest sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Mzee Joseph Wabuyele Mukewa fondly known as “Kuka Omukosi- — of Bituti Farm, Kitale and Sikata, Bungoma. He went to be with the Lord on September 11th, 2025 at Galilee Hospital, Kitale, surrounded by family and friends.

Mzee Wabuyele was a cherished husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather — a pillar of hope and resilience who brought joy, wisdom, and humor to all who knew him.

Fundraising events are scheduled for Wednesday, October 1st, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at his home, Bituti Farm, Kitale, and on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, at Sikata home.

A service will be held on Friday, 3rd October 2025, at his home, Bituti Farm, Kitale, and burial will take place on Saturday, 4th October 2025 at his home, Bituti Farm, Kitale.

We are deeply grateful for your thoughts, prayers, encouragement, and support during this difficult time.

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

Wilfred Josiah Manda

1942 – 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing on of Wilfred Josiah Manda, proprietor of Kukumart Hotel in Syokimau.

Devoted husband of the late Juliana Ndunge. Cherished father of Ronald Ndolo, the late Duncan Musembi, Naomi Mwende, the late Oscar Kanya, and Tom Mutiso. He was a loving father-in-law of Jackline Mwikali and a doting grandfather of Adrianna, Blessing, and Jayden.

He was brother of Anna Kilaso, the late Rebecca Mulobi. Lucas Manda Nzoka, and the late William Mutuku.

In-law of Pauline. the late Charles. Gabriel, the late Monica, Kyalo, the late Anastasia, Terry, Christine, the late Nzau, and Thama, as well as his many nephews and nieces.

There will be a virtual/physical harambee on Thursday 25th September 2025 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Kukumart Hotel Syokimau. Contributions can be sent to Mpesa no 0722759361 Charles Maingi.

He will be laid to rest on the 27th September 2025 at his Kinanie home Mavoko Sub-county.

John 10:27-30

David Wakahu Gachoro

D.O.B: 1943 – D.O.D: 18/9/25

With deep sorrow and in humble acceptance of God’s that we announce the passing of David Wakahu Gachoro on 18th September, 2025.

Son of the late Patrick Kamweru & the late Ruth Wanjiru.

Husband of Margaret Mumbi. Father of Stanley Kamweru, Ruth wanjiru and John Chege, Evans Kungu & Miriam Wamhui, Grace Wangui, Samuel Ng’ang’a & Mary Nieris Joseph Miring’u and Peris Ngendo, Lucy Wagikuyu & Bernard Njuguna, Eng. Ndung’u and Faith Wanza.

Loving brother of the late Wanjiru, the late Ng’ang’a, the late Wangui, the late Njoki (twin sister), the late Ndung’u, the late Wagikuyu, the late Gathecha, AliceWanjiku, Peter Mararo and Jane Njeri.

Son-in-love of the late Joseph Kung’u & the late Ruth Wanjiru.

Father-in-love of the late Ndumo, Njoki, Kiiru, Ng’angia Muturi, the late Augustine Wambaa & Johnstone Muthama.

A profound grandfather of Olive, Ashley, Lewis, Lewin, Levis, Dennis, Dorcas, Wanja, Mumbi, Shanice, Shantel, Praise, Ellie, Augustine & Bravin and great grandfather of Ariel.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily for prayers and funeral arrangements in his home Gitombo and Sport View Hotel Kasarani.

The cortege leaves KU Referral Funeral Home bypass on Friday 26″ September 2025 at 8.00am for funeral service at PCEA Gitombo Church from 10.00am and thereafter the body will be laid to rest at his home in Gitombo Village Komothai Location Githunguri Kiambu County.

You have fought good fight, you have finished the race and kept the faith.

In God Dad hand you rest, in our hearts you live forever

 

Mrs. Mary Wanjiru Thuo Ngeta

It is with great sadness and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Mrs Mary Wanjiru Thuo of Nairobi West, Nairobi County. She went to be with the Lord on the morning of Saturday 20th September 2025. She will be remembered for her kindness, generosity and love for Christ.

She was the wife of the late Joseck Thuo Ngeta. She was beloved mother of James and Jane Ngeta, grandmother of Mary Tiff Wanjiru, Noni and Mutua and Bryan Thuo. Great grandmother of Jabu and Mutanu.

She was the loving daughter of the late Joseck Kariuki Chege and the late Mercy Waceke. Sister of the late Geoffrey Chege wa Joseck, the late Lizzie Thuita.

Daughter in-law of the late Jesse Ngeta and the late Julia Mukami. She was sister in-law of the late Kariuki, late Kimari, late Wacuka, Elida, Kanyoko, Kiruiru, the late Geoffrey, late Ngahu, Bernice, late Esther, Diana, Phyllis, Helen, Mary, Rachael, Jane, Dionisio (Msa), late Maina (Msa) Mary, late Wangui, Margaret, late Macharia, Grace and Muraya (Msa).

There will be a memorial service at All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi on Sunday 28th September 2025 at 2:00pm.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home Kabati, Murang’a County on Tuesday 30th September 2025 at 8:00am followed by church service at ACK St. Phillips Kiamuturi, Mathioya Sub-County, Murang’a County starting from 11:00am, thereafter the procession will proceed to her resting place at her home in Kiamuturi.

Family and friends are meeting at All Saints Cathedral Nairobi from Tuesday 23rd to Friday 26th September 2025 from 5:30pm, and at her home in Kiamuturi at 5:00pm.

“[I] lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? [In the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore”. Ps. 121:1,8 NIV

 

Jael Triza Nabalayo Lukorito

Sunrise: 24th November 2013 — Sunset: 16th September 2025

It is with deep sorrow and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Jael Triza Nabalayo Lukorito on 16th September 2025 following a swimming incidence at school.

Jael Triza Nabalayo Lukorito was a beloved daughter of Eng. Zacharia Lukorito Chepkania (KEBS) and Bernadine Barasa (KENAS). She was a beloved sister of Marvin Chepkania Lukorito and Edgar Wasike Lukorito.

She was a grand daughter of Francis Katiba Chepkania & Eunice Khakasa, and Daniel Barasa Masinde & Marcian Barasa of Kibisi Sublocation, Mbakalo Location in Bungoma North.

She was niece of Nyongesa Munialo, Mutoro Munialo, Patrick Pwaipwai, Terry Lumbasi Chepkania, Joan Wambani, Celestine Barasa, Genetrix Barasa, Adelide Barasa, Godfrey Masinde, Edward Wasike, Sis. Christabel Barasa, Betty Barasa amongst many.

She was a grade 6 Learner at Syokimau Blessed Assurance Academy.

The family and friends are meeting daily at Syokimau Estate home from 5:00 p.m. and at their rural homes in Mwaita (Cherengany’) and Kibisi.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Monalisa Funeral Home on Friday, 26th September 2025 for Cherengany Home in Mwaita Area, Kapterit Village near Bwake Boys High School. The funeral mass will be held on Saturday, 27th September 2025 starting at 09:00 am.

There be a memorial service on Wednesday, 24th September 2025 at their residence in Syokimau Estate, Mwananchi Road, Mau Summit Court Starting at 6:00 p.m. and thereafter followed by a fundraiser at same venue.

Any contributions can be channeled through Pay Bill No.247247 Account No. 0260191252415.

The song is ended, but the melody lingers on. Shine on your way our Princess.

 

Mama Lena Nanyama Teresia Bwibo

 (1941 – 2025)

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the transition of life of Mama Lena Nanyama Bwibo that occurred on I September 2025.

Daughter of the late Jackson Motembete Malala Stienge and the late Leah Nasimiyu Nang’eni. Sister of the late Namuseme, the late Concepta Naliaka, late Elisheba, the late George A S. Malala, the late Gersdah Nabwire, the late Esther Naniala, Daniel Malala and the late Nakhumicha.

Wife of the late Pancras Esiro Wesonga Bwibo and co-wife of the late Dorothy Musundi, late Prisca Narocso, late Ruth Wekalao, late Josephine Musenya.

Mother of the late Jackson Bwibo, the late Khalid ‘Maiish1 Bwrbo, the late Charles Bwibo, Julius Bwibo, Kennedy Shaheed Bwibo and David Shikuku Bwibo. Mother also of the late James Yaqub Bwibo, Rita Bwibo-Osodo, Consolata Sikana, Mary Wamalwa, Roselyne Bwibo, the late Mathew Opata, the late Justus Bwibo, Faridah Bwibo, Martha Bwibo, Salome Bwibo-Strothjohann, Lucy Bwibo-Kwena, Patrick Bwibo, Lucas Bwibo and Juliet ‘Lucia’ Bwibo and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mother in law of Josephine Wanza, Agnes Nanjala, Susan Muthua, Elizabeth Mgalu, Pauline Njeri Kibinge, Asha Omani, Bintu Sissoko, Caroline Mwende and Eunice W. Thuku.

There will be a requiem mass on Wednesday 24th September 2025, 9:00am at Don Bosco Shrine, Upper Hill. Thereafter, the cortege leaves for Namawanga in Kimilili for an overnight vigil and mass on Thursday 25th September 2025 at 10:00arn. The cortege will then proceed to Marachi, Enango Village for another vigil and mass and burial rites.

Funeral and Burial arrangements are ongoing in WhatsApp groups coordinated by the main family committee, benevolent contributions to MAMA LENA NANYAMA BWIBO FUNERAL FUND can be sent via MPESA to MPESA PayBill No. 8062967 Account:Your Narne. Your assistance will be highly appreciated.

Burial at 10:00am on Friday, 26th September 2025 at Enango Village, Bumala ‘B’ Sub-location, Butula Sub-County, Busia County.

Rest in Peace our beloved Matriarch “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith ( 2 Tim 4:7)

 

Wycliffe Juma Levi Ameka

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Wycliffe Juma Levi Ameka, of Lumino – Soy, formerly of KWS on 14th September 2025 after a short illness.

Beloved husband of Joyce Awinja Ameka. Cherished father of Frank Ameka, Diana Ameka, Eileen Ameka and Bellah Ameka.

He was a dear brother of the late Omondi Ameka, the late Stephen Ameka, the late Miriam Ngonze, Ruth Ameka, the late Toyo Ameka, the late David Ameka, Joan Ameka, Pamela Ameka, Miller Ameka, Sammy Ameka, Philip Ameka and Silah Ameka. Wycliffe was a respected grandfather, father in law, brother in law, uncle, and friend to many.

Burial will be at his farm in Soy on 24th September 2025.

“Your warmth, wisdom, and kindness will be greatly missed. Forever in our hearts.”

Betty Wacheke Maina

The family of Remijio Maina wishes to announce the untimely demise of our beloved Betty Wacheke Maina, which occurred on 2nd September 2025 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.

Daughter of the late Remijio Maina Ngura and the late Margaret Wanjiru Maina & Virginia Nyaguthii Maina. She was the sister of James Mbui & Prof. Damaris Nduta (UON), Grace Wanjiku & Maina Karoki (Membley), Jane Wakanyi & Maina Thaka {USA), Charles Kamanda (KCB) & Faith Wanjiru, the late John Ngugi, Elizabeth Nyambura (USA), John Ngura & Joyce Njeri, Charles Mukuha & Sukio Gathoni, Grace Wanjiru, Edward Kamanda & Dorothy Achieng, Jane Mutheki, Elizabeth Wacheke (USA), Cecilia Mumbi & Nana (USA), Jeniffer Waithira, Martin Gichohi, the late Margaret Wanjiku, the late George Kamanda & Lucy Njoki and Mary Waithira, She was a niece, cousin and aunt to many.

Family and friends are meeting at her father’s home in Kanjama and at Munyaka Hotel, Nairobi.

There will be a final prayer and planning meeting at All Saints Cathedral on Wednesday, 24th September 2025 as from 5.30pm.

The cortege leaves KU Referral Hospital Funeral Home (Northern Bypass) on Friday 26th September, 2025, at 6.30am. Funeral and funeral service will take place at her father’s home in Kanjama Sub-location, Kiru Location, Mathioya Sub-county, Murang’a County from 10.30am,

You may send your contributions through Mpesa: Paybill: 8027188 (Betty Wacheke Send Off); Account Number: Your name

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God —Matthew 5:8