Naftali Njeru Waithanje

Sunrise: 1940 – Sunset: 4th September 2025

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the demise of Mzee Naftali Njeru Waithanje which occurred on Thursday the 4th September 2025 after a long illness.

Naftali was the beloved son of the late Shadrack Waithanje and the late Eunice Karimi.

He was the loving husband of Jena Ciumwari. He was the devoted father of Margaret Muthoni, Eunice Wanja and Mureithi Kibe, Antony Muriithi and Mary Kiende, Susan Muthanje and Moffat Kariuki, Rose Njoki, John Ndwiga and Wangui Githinji and Anderson Gitonga.

He was the dear brother of Gladwell, the late Daniel, Esther, Zabedi, Agatha, the late jeridia, Harry Karugu and Muriuki.

He was the loving grandfather of Kevin Murithi, Arnold Mutugi.Tony Munene, Daniel Kibe, Dr. Eric Ngare, Thomas Kibe, Grace Kibe, Gloria Kinya, Brenda Wawira. Jayden Munene, Stacy Nyakio, Melany Wendo, Kelsey Katheu, Kylan Njeru, Fernandes Njeru, Vernice Nyaguthie and Jean Pendo. He was a great grandfather to many. Naftali was an uncle, cousin, friend, relative and mentor to many.

He will be fondly remembered for his generosity, his unwavering love for his family and dedicated service to the church and the community.

Family and friends are meeting daily from 4.00pm for prayers and funeral arrangements at his home in Gitare Village, Embu-East Sub-County, Embu County.

The cortege will leave Gakwegori Funeral Home on Saturday 13th September 2025 at 8,00am for the funeral service at Gitare Primary School. Thereafter, he will be laid to rest at his home in Gitare Village.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the Faith.” 1 Timothy 4:7

Rahab Nyang’endo Wambugu

It is with the humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Rahab Nyang’endo Wambugu, formerly a teacher at Nairobi South Primary School and a long time member of PCEA St Andrews Church Nairobi, after a short illness on Sunday 7th September 2025.

Wife of the late Charles Wambugu Goro, mother of Catherine Wangui, Evans Goro, Victoria Goro, Betty Wangu and Anne Wanjiru Wambugu; daughter of the late Robinson Mumenya Gikuhi and the late Bernice Wangu Mumenya. Grandmother of Joseph Ndungu Mural, Kwame Njenga Mwaura, Mitchelle Kamene Goro, Brian Wambugu Goro, Shaka Wambugu Mwaura and Natasha Wangui Goro. Sister to four loving sisters, four brothers. Auntie to many nephews, nieces, loving cousin and relative to many.

Evening prayers at Andrews church Nairobi on Thursday 11th and Friday 12th September 2025 from 5.00pm.

Burial details will be shared later.

Should you wish to assist, you may send your contribution through MPESA Pay bill: 566 9440 Account Number: Your Name

Rahab has fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith – 2 Timothy 4:7 –

Samuel Mbugua Kinyanjui

It is with deep sorrows that we announce the passing of Samuel Mbugua Kinyanjui which occurred on I” September 2025 after a long illness.

He was son of the late Elijah Kinyajui and the late Josephine Wambui Kinyajui.

Husband of Ruth Muthoni Mbugua and Mary Muthoni Mbugua. He was father of Josephine Wambui, Eunice Wanjiru Gitau, Ann Wangare, the late Esther Wairimu, the late Godfrey Kinianju, Evans Kitonga and Josephine Wambui Kirubi.

He was a brother of Eider David Kinuthia, the late Daniel Ngugi, the late Moses Nene.

Step son of Hannah Wangui Kinyajui (Ikinu). Step brother of Samuel Mbugua (Nakuru Elder) Harun Mwangi, Monica Wambui, Mary Njeri, Kitale, Moses Chege, Zakayo Ngugi, Peter Thuita, Naomi Nduta, and the late John Njenga.

Father-in-law of Michael Karuga (Business Man Nakuru), Joseph Karuga (Kenya Pipeline), Raoul Nolen (Netherlands) and Boniface Kirubi (Kiambu). He was grandfather and great-grandfather to many.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at his home Gaciriciri Village Githunguri for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves at Mukoe Funeral Home on 2th September 2025 at 9.00a.m. and thereafter the service and funeral will be held at the grave site at his home.

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

Charles Nyakeri Bagaka

Sunrise: 25/12/1965 – Sunset: 23/08/2025

It is with sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Charles Nyakeri Bagaka which occurred on 23rd August, 202S. through Pneumonia. Until his death he was an employee of National Government, Ministry of Labour, where he worked as the Deputy Director ICT

He was the son of the late Thomas Bagaka Nyakeri (Ssobe) and the late mama Milkah Kemunto and Mary Kwanituika Nyakeri.

In law of the late Samwel Omwansu, Naftal Mhaka, Ouru Mohana, Ezekiel Nyangwara, Kisinger, the late Jared, Rachael, Haron, Alice, Hylene, Nancy, Delphine.

Son in law of the late Elizaphan Mokua and Miriam Mokua. Grandfather of Many.

Cousin of Samuel, Hon. Jacob Bagaka, Dr. Naftal Kerecha, Chief Nyagaka, James and others.

Parents in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Pastor Obaigwa, Mr. and Mrs. Machogu.

The cortege will leave Kenyatta University Funeral Home on 11th September, 2025 at 9.30am for the funeral service and burial at his home in Nyansakia Village, Gionseri sub location, Masige West Ward, Nyamache Sub county, Kisii County.

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

Nelson Kemosi Okero Morande

 1950 – 2025

It is with great sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Nelson Kemosi Okero Morande that occurred on 1st September, 2025 at Kenyatta National Hospital after a long illness.

He was the loved husband of Rhoda Nyanchama, Pauline Bosibori and Rebecca Kemosi. He was the father of Mogotu, Banchiri, the late Sabera, Okero, Ndemo, Sophia, Kwamboka, Caren, Dickson, Zacharia, Charles, Milkah, Joshua, Tom, Sarah, Robin, Boniface, Job and Everlyne.

He was brother of Esther Bachiri, the late Ebisibah, the late Kwamboka, the late Nyarinda, the late Kemunto, Nyanchoka, Migosi, Nyomenda, George and Okero.

He was son of Nathan Okero and Kemuma Okero. Step-son of Nyaboke Okero.

Preparation for final send off, the funeral steering committee together with the family, invite friends and well-wishers to the main Harambee at Professional Centre on 10 September, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Mogue on 19° September, 2025 for burial ceremony at Gianchore Village, West Mugirango, Nyamira County on 20th September, 2025.

May God rest his soul in eternal peace.

 

Leah Wanjiru Kimani

Sunrise: 17th January 1966 – Sunset: 31st August 2025

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Leah Wanjiru Kimani, formerly of HELB, which occurred on 31st August 2025 at Mater Hospital after a short illness.

Leah was the beloved wife of Patrick Kimani Ndune and mother of Edwin Ndune Kimani, Danson Gitau Kimani and Tiffany Njeri Kimani. She was a loving grandmother of Kingsman Ndungu and Melissa Pendo and mother-in-law of Susan Njoki.

She was sister of Harold Andrew Kinyanjui, Mary Mwihaki Kuria, Esther N. Gitau, Erastus Kiarie, Hezron Mwaura, and the late Peter Richu Gitau and Grace Wanjiku Gitau. She was also an aunt to many nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held on Friday, 12th September 2025 at AIC St. Michael’s and All Angels Parish Laiser Hill Church, Rongai, from 11:00 AM.Thereafter, she will be laid to rest at her home in Ongata Rongai.

“Blessed are those who die in the Lord… they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.”- Revelation 14:13

 

Margaret Mbaika Nthenge

We celebrate the legacy of faith, generosity, service and love, that was Margaret Mbaika Nthenge who was promoted to glory on 27/8/25.

Wife of the late David Nthenge Kainga. Mother of the late Kikuu, the late Musyoki, Deacon Musyoka, Mutava, Kituku (Balsa), Kaluki, Kamene, Nthenya, Ndunge & Mwanzia. Grandmother of Derrick, Morris (junior), Faith, John, Diana, Mary, Faith Ndunge, James, Solomon,Timothy, Corrine, Caiden, Shanice & Millicent. Great grandmother of Raph.

Daughter of the late Kikuu Itumo and the late Theresia Ndunge. Sister of the late Syombuti, Nthambi, Mbithe, the late Kitunguu. Step sister of the late Nzioka, Ndanu among others.

Mother in law of Canon Musyoka Abc Church, Victoria, Lucia, Jane, Isaac and Kilonzo.

Sister in law of the late Mumo & Syomiti, Mutiso & Mumbe among others.

Funeral arrangements are on going at her home Kalimani Village Kangundo and Nairobi.

The cortege leaves Kenyatta University Funeral home on Thursday 11/09/25 at 7.00am for funeral service at Kainga Stadium Kangundo DEB and thereafter burial at Kalimani Village.

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

 

William Muriira M’Anyiri

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of William Muriira M’Anyiri which occurred on the 4th of September 2025.

He was the beloved son of the late Jefitha M’Anyiri and the late Zipporah Nkirote M’Anyiri.

William is survived by his Loving wife Harriet Karuru Muriira and children Ntinyari & Eric, Kithinji & Martina, Kanana and Stephen.

Brother of the late Stella Nkatha, the late Daudi Mwiraria, the late Joseph Marangu, Loise Mwari, Nehemiah Kimathi,Ann Mwendwa and Agnes Wanja.

Doting grandfather of Kendi, Teya, Karimi, Hera, Thuranira, Hawi and Mich.

Relatives and friends are meeting daily at his home in Matuuru Village, Mutuuma Location, Ruiri, Meru County for funeral arrangements.

The cortege leaves Cool Breeze Funeral home on Friday 12th September 2025 at 9.00am followed by a funeral service from 10.30am at his home in Matuuru village, Mutuuma Location and thereafter a burial service at the same location.

Simeon Kipkirui Rono

Sunrise: 9th September 1955 – Sunset: 6th September 2025

We are sadden to announce the demise of Mr. Simeon Kipkirui Rono of Siomo, Konoin, Bomet County; also of Villa Franca estate, Nairobi. He formerly worked at Kenya Reinsurance Corporation (Kenya Re).

Simeon was beloved husband of Mrs. Evalyne Rono of the National Anti-Corruption Campaign Steering Committee (NACCSC) – State Department of Justice. He was a doting father of Gideon Kirui (Ministry of Public Works), Mercy Rono, Faith Rono, Caleb Rono (DP World) and Hope Rono (UON).

He was the third born child of the late Gregory Sigira and the late Maria Sigira. He was the son in law of the late Michael Kalya and Mrs. Lily and Beatrice Kalya of Chongenwo, Konoin.

He was a dear brother of Rosa, Alex, Francisca, Raphael, the late Paul,Alfred, and Sister Josephine. He was a loving brother in-law and uncle to many.

There will be a memorial service on Thursday, 11th September 2025 at Parklands Baptist Church, Westlands, Nairobi at 2.00 PM.

The cortege leaves Montezuma funeral home on Friday, 12th September 2025 at 9.00 AM for an overnight stay at home.The interment will be on Saturday, 13th September 2025 at his home, Siomo.

There will be a fundraiser to help offset hospital bill and defray funeral expenses on Wednesday, 10th September 2025, at All Saints Cathedral from 5.00 PM. Any support can be channeled to Paybill No: 400200,Acc No: 1047586 (Simeon Rono Medical Fund).

2 Timothy 4:7-8 – I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his return.

Joseph Muturi Wachira

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden death of Joseph Muturi Wachira formerly of Komothai Boys and JG Kiereini Boys which occurred on Friday 5/09/25. He hails from Kiandu Village. Beloved husband of Judith Wangeci (Principal, Kiairia Sec).

Son of James Wachira Buru and the late Jedidah Waihuini Wachira and step-son of Gladys Wacheke Wachira.

Son-in-law of the late Julius Kimani Muchemi and late Jane Wambui.

Father of James Wachira (KEMRI) and Diana Waihuini (Central Plumbing).

Brother of Eunice Mukami, Elizabeth Wothaya, Peter and Mercy Mbuthia (PCEA Sukari), Charles Wachira (Kanyariri Sec) and Janet Ndiritu, Enock Wachira (Safaricom) and Nancy Muriithi.

Cousin of the late James Muturi and Mary Muturi, Richard and Judy Wachira, John and Nancy Gitigi, Patrick and Charity Thuku, Hilary and Lydia Thumbi, Wangeci, Mary,Wothaya, among others. He was uncle to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at 6:00 pm at his home in Toll Estate (Ruiru) for prayers and funeral arrangements.

Burial will be on Friday 12/09/25 at Toll Estate, Ruiru, Kiambu County. The cortege leaves KU Funeral Home, along Thika Road, Nairobi at 8:00am. Funeral service will start at 10:00am and thereafter burial will take place at their home, Toll Estate, Ruiru, Kiambu County.

It’s God who gives and its God who has taken may His name be praised.