1964 – 2026
It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Samson Muraya Michuki, which occurred on Friday, 23rd January 2026. Samson was born on 21st August 1964 in Gatunguru, Murang’a County.
Samson was the beloved husband of Mary Wanjiku Muraya; a loving and caring father of Njoki Muraya, Beth Wanjiru, Charles Michuki, and Paul Kariuki; father-in-law of Joan Kirugu; and a cherished grandfather of Ayden, Caritoh, Emmanuel, Wangui, and Star.
He was a devoted son of the late Charles Michuki Muraya and Joyce Wanjiku Michuki, and a loving brother, brother-in-law, uncle, mentor, and friend to many.
Samson was a faithful Catholic and an active member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Ruai, where he served in the St. Rita Small Christian Community and the Catholic Men’s Association (CMA). Professionally, Samson served with distinction as a Civil Engineer (Building Technician) at the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) for over three decades, primarily at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and later at Wilson Airport. He was widely respected for his deep technical knowledge, integrity, mentorship, and dedication to service.
Family and friends are meeting daily at Muraya’s Ruai home, in Nairobi Town (Elimu Sacco House, popularly known as Paleo Restaurant, next to Magomano House) and in Murang’a Town at Deekei Restaurant, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. for prayers and funeral arrangements.
The cortege will depart from KU Referral Hospital Mortuary along the Northern Bypass on Saturday, 31st January 2026, at 8:00 a.m. for a funeral Mass at Muthangari Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. He will thereafter be laid to rest at Gatunguru Village, Mathioya, Murang’a County.
For more information, please contact Charles Michuki on 0720 120 630.
In God’s hands you rest; in our hearts, you remain forever.