OBITUARIES
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We regret to inform you of the death of Thomas Kamau Kinyanjui, fomerly of Boston, Massachusetts.
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
It is with humble acceptance of God's will, that we announce the death of Isaac
Gitau Karanja of Nairobi Kenya which occurred on 13Th August, 2010 at the Aga
Khan Hospital Nairobi.
Husband to Priscilla Wambui Karanja. Father to Loise
Karanja Fry(Canada),Jenny smith(UK),Late Florence Karanja,Ken Thuo
Karanja(UK),Kizzy Fletcher(UK),Peter Gitau Karanja (Worcester MA),Nancy
Simpson(UK),and Tony Njihia Karanja(Nairobi).
Father in law to Penny
Gitau (Worcester, MA),Grandfather to Yvonne Kimani, Alvis Gitaka Kimani,Lisa
Gitau,Maria Gitau,and Isaac Karanja Gitau all of Worcester MA. Brother in law to
Betty Thuo (Worcester MA),and Father in law to Paul Kimani (Worcester MA).
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.Family, friends and well wishers in
Worcester MA will have prayers on Wednesday 18th august 2010 at Gitau's house
apt #1 72 Charlotte street starting from 7:00pm
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We regret to announce the death of Elam Lovesidea Mburu on Sunday August 8, 2010. A fundraising/prayer meeting to offset burial expenses will be held on Saturday August 21, 2010 at 39 Katherine Street, Lawrence Massachusetts 01841 at 1pm. Your prayers, presence and generous support will be highly appreciated. Donations may be sent through:
Bank of America
Savings Account No: 004600616557
Account Name: Sylvia Kimani
For further inquiries you may contact:
Mr. Kamaru 617 445 7305
Mrs. Leah Mburu 206 334 0168
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Death Announcement for Makokha Victor Ambayi 
We regret to announce the sudden & untimely death of Odongo's brother (Victor Ambayi) in Busia, Kenya on Friday July 16, 2010 through an accident.
Ambayi left behind a wife, four children, Four brothers, one sister and his father.
Victor was born on 12 October 1977 at Busia General hospital, his parents Mr. Gaitano Makokha and Mrs. Paskalia makokha were all happy to have their second born a bouncy baby boy ‘Victor’ at that time Odongo the first born was more than excited to see a newly born baby who will be his brother.
Victor join Nursery school at Mudiru primary in the year 1983 and one year later joined primary school. He completed his primary Education in 1992 at Bugeng’I primary school after the family moved from mariachi to Bugengi in 1986. Having passed the primary exams, Victor joined Bungoma Town High School in the year 1993; he was however later in form two transferred to Lugulu AC Secondary School where he continued with his High School Education. He satisfied the Kenya Examination Council when he completed his O level in 1997 and passed with recommendable grade.
Victor later in 1998 married Jafta Mugenya whom he loved very much. They both relocated to Nairobi to look for green pastures. In 1999 he joined the Automobiles Association of Kenya (AAK) to study driving In January 2000 he joined Multimedia University College of Kenya which was then known as Kenya College of Communication Technology (KCCT) where he pursued his Diploma in Telecommunications Engineering. By the time he was in college, Victor was lucky enough to secure a well paying job at Cellular Support Systems LTD 20th Century House Nairobi, he completed his college in 2002 and continued working with Cellular Support Systems LTD until 2005 when he started his company at Busia Town ‘Western Technologies’
Victor and Jafta are blessed with Four children namely:
Susan Odongo Ambayi 13yrs,
Melvin Teresa Ambayi 11 yrs,
Gregory Gaitano Ambayi 9 yrs,
Morgan Abiero Ambayi 3 yrs
Victor has all along been very healthy and hardworking until on 16th July 2010 when an electricity poll fell on him dramatically when he and other 15 young men were carrying it to a designated place. He was rushed to Busia General Hospital that evening and passed on at 9:30 pm.
Victor has indeed been very supportive to the entire family of Five brothers and one sister and in particular his own family.
W e shall all remember Mr. Victor as a dedicated, God fearing and Loving brother in our society.
MAY VICTOR REST IN ETERNAL PEACE
Odongo (Richard) & Teresa Makokha
262 Littleton rd, Chelmsford, MA
Mobile 978-225-0112
Home 978-250-1777
Or
Bishop Karaya
978-726-9730
Or
Benard Mkhabela 978-204-1510
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We regret to announce the promotion to Glory of Veronica W Kuria, of Manville NJ after a tragic road accident
A major fundraising toward the funeral arrangements for Veronica W Kuria, of Manville NJ, will take place this Saturday July 17th at her family residence, 158 S 20th Avenue, Manville NJ 08835.
The function will start at 4pm.
Please come help with the finances to transport the late Veronica to Kenya for burial.
Family and friends continue to meet in Manville daily for prayer and worship.
***Contributions can also be deposited in:
Bank of America
account #:
381015554671
For further information please contact one of the following people:
1. Paul Kuria Njoroge, 908-616-7272
2. Phyllis Mathangani of Delaware: 732-331-9278
3. Mary Ndura (Mama Kiburi) of Delaware,
4. Mary Kahonu (Mama Gathuru) of New Jersey, 908-803-8234
5. Titus Gathii (Baba Gathii) of New Jersey, 732-447-4764
6. Nellie Nthisa of New Jersey, 908-331-1961
7. Ephraim Kihara Kairu (Baba Kairu) of New Jersey: 732-725-2149.
8. Paul Wanjau (Baba Gichuhi) of New Jersey, 908-764-4738.
9. Serah Mugambi (Baba Marcus) of New Jersey 908-812-7965
10. Mercy Gachai of Manville New Jersey 908-248-7328
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We regret to announce the promotion to Glory of Pastor Amos Wanzala of Nairobi , Kenya after a short illness.
The family of Pastor Wanzala is in dire need for funds to pay a hospital bill to get the body released form the hospital for burial.
Members of the community and friends have been requested to come and help raise the funds to help the family pay for the pending hospital bill of over Ksh. 218,000 (about $2,700), as well as assist his family with other final expenses, so that the body may be released for a decent burial of the dedicated man of God.
The funds drive will take place at :
33 West Water Street
Wakefield, MA 01880
For more Information, contact Bishop Joshua Wambua at:
Phone: Tel: 617-899-9130/Tel: 617-913-9297
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We regret to announce the promotion to Glory of Mr Joseph Matu Macharia after a short illness on Tuesday June 8th 2010 while undergoing treatment at Kijabe Mission Hospital. Mr Joseph Matu Macharia (James' Dad) was here in Lowell for couple of months when he came to visit his family and then returned to Kenya on April 10th 2010.
He leaves behind his two beloved wives Mary Wairimu Matu and Teresia Njoki Matu. His children James Matu(Lowell, MA), John Wainaina (Nairobi), Mary Wanjiku(Nairobi), Samwel Maina (Kericho), EstherWangare (Kericho) and Loenard Kanunua (Nakuru), Grand children Tracy Njoki, Grace Njoki Macharia, Purity Macharia, Gabriella Wainaina, Joseph Muigai, Teresia Njoki, Frank Maina, Precious Maina, Sheila Njoki and Mark Ngure.
He leaves two brothers Samwel Maina Macharia (Nakuru) and Peter Kamau Macharia (Elburgon).
James Matu's family covets your prayers especially at this trying moment.
Family and friends are meeting at their house until Saturday (6/12/10). The time is from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm daily. Venue: 1895 Middlesex St. Apt # 16, Lowell MA 01851
MEMORIAL SERVICE:
The memorial service will be held on Sunday(6/13/10) at COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, 105 Princeton Boulevard, Lowell, MA 01851. The time will be 2:30 pm to 7:00 pm.
Feel free to give this family a visit, call, text message or write an e-mail / a card
Contact information;
James Matu 978-677-1442 Cell
Esther Macharia 978-677-1442 Cell
House # 978-459-2988 (H)
e-mail jmmuigaike@yahoo.com or Bishop Karaya, 978-726-9730
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We regret to inform you of the death of Stephen Ngaruiya Munene, 64, formerly of Dracut, MA. For more info click here |
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We regret to inform you of the death of Theophilus K. Muia, formerly of Rockford area of Illinois.
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
It is with deep sadness that we relay the passing on of Phelgona Adoyo Odhiambo on the week of April the 5th. She leaves behind a husband (James Odhiambo), three children (Samwel Okoth Odhiambo, Mary Millicent Adhiambo Odhiambo, Nicholas Oyugi Odhiambo) and their respective spouses and children.
Friends are gathering during the week of April the 12th, in the evening, at 4000 E Renner Rd #1836 Richardson Texas 75082 (Ph no. 972 480 0335)
NICHOLAS OYUGI ODHIAMBO
Feel free to check out my blog, http://nicholasoyugi.wordpress.com/, where you can submit any bible-related questions you might have and I will gladly research and post the answer to your question under "topics." Cut and paste the address to view. |
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
Announcing of the lifting to glory of Mzee Morris Munyaka Karanja 1923-2010.
He is he father to Simon & Veronicah Karanja of Seattle Washington, Jayne & Wilfred Tinega of Lowell and David & Beatrice Munyaka of Lowell. Survived by wife, sons, daughters, grand-children’s and great-grand-children’s.
Prayers are being held daily at 225 Gibson St. Lowell, MA from 6pm – 9pm.
Celebration of life will be held at Community Christian Fellowship (CCF) 105 Princeton Blvd, Lowell, MA 01851
from 3pm-8pm on 4/11/10
Contact David Munyaka : 978-441-1741
Jayne Tinega: 978-455-0585 |
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We regret to inform you of the death of Jimmy Kimunya, formerly of Boston, Massachusetts.
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For more information, call
Owen Njuguna: 781-983-5472
Robert Omondi: 857-938-8812
Ben Ndirangu : 781-504-6005 |
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
It is with much sadness and regret that we announce the sudden passing away of Mrs. Charity Wamuyu Mahinda (aka Nyakirima), aged 80, of Ragati location, Karatina, Kenya.
She is the wife of mr. James mahinda of karatina, mother to the late ngatia, mrs. juliet gitao of nairobi, mrs. jane mwangi of karatina, mrs. lucy wairoto of nairobi, the late ngima, the late murugi, mr. lawrence mathenge, mrs. eva wainaina of thika, rose mahinda of springfield, ma (usa), ann jacklyne wairimu of nairobi and the late njiri.
she is the grandmother to mike and frank of springfield, ma (usa) and 18 others, all in kenya. she is a great grandmother of 12.
Prayers are being held in nairobi, karatina and in springfield, ma (usa ) at rose mahinda’ s home...78 pinevale st., indian orchard 01151.
For more info pls contact
Muriethi Ngetha 413-262- 5957
Rose Mahinda 413 244 0363
R.I.P Mama. God gives and God takes, thanks be to God! |
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We are hosting a family Ephantus Kamunya (Kent) and Rose Wandia Kamunya with their 3 year old daughter Neema Wangari Kamunya here in Warrenton Virginia who migrated from Kenya three weeks ago. Rose's Father, Boniface Nguyo Gatitu passed yesterday morning. We need prayers and support to enable Rose and the little one travel to Kenya to lay her precious father to rest. Call us on 1-540-351-0714 or 1540-878-1251 to support this precious family. We give God all the glory. "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saint."(Psalms 116:15).
Blessings
Reverend Dr. Grace & Richards Kariuki
Amazing Grace Int'l Ministries
P.O.Box 3487 Warrenton, VA 20186
(540) 351-0714540-878-1251
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Evelyn Wambui on Thursday 02/10/10 while on a visit back to Nairobi, Kenya.
The late Wambui had been living with her daughter in Massachussetts for about 6 years before going back to visit her family in November 2009. Wambui was bound to return to the US in next month.
She leaves behind her children Patrick Kariuki of Dallas, TX, Meggie Kariuki of Dracut Ma, 2 grandchildren and many brothers and sisters in Kenya.
For more info:
Maggie Kariuki : 781 -888-1513
Nganga Gitei : 781- 308-3714
Mary Mwariri : 603-943- 2817
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IN LOVING MEMORY OF ANTHONY KINYUA
Anthony Kinyua of Worcester, 11 years of age born on November 11, 1998, passed away
Thursday, January 28, 2010 in St. Vincent Hospital.
He leaves his parents, Joseph and Josephine (Makimei) Kinyua; two sisters,
Catherine Kinyua (Worcester) and Vivian Kinyua (Kenya); his maternal grandmother,
Esther Makimei of Kenya; his paternal grandmother, Lisphar Githinji of Kenya;
uncles, David and his wife Mercy Kihara, Geoffrey Githinji and James Makimei (Kenya)
and uncle G.; aunties, M. Wangeci, Nancy Muriu, Christine Makimei (Kenya), Irene Irungu
and many cousins. An aunt, Eunice Makimei predeceased him. He was born in Nairobi, Kenya.
Anthony was in the 5th grade at West Tatnuck Elementary School.
Josephine Kinyua
or
David Mwangi
Address:
143 Eastern Ave
Worcester, MA 01605
Telephone: 508-579-7860
Thank you
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden death of our beloved Phares Mathore Njuguna which occured on Thursday January22 , 2010 .
Phares had been living in USA in the cities of Lowell and Methuen since 1995 before relocating back to Kenya one year ago.He was currently residing in Nairobi Kenya (BURUBURU ESTATE).
He was the father to Tyrell Njuguna of USA and Katelyn Wanjiku Njuguna also of USA .
He was a beloved son of the late John Njuguna Mathore ,and the late Leah Wanjiku Njuguna. Brother to Tonny Ernest Njuguna ,sister to Mercy Wanjiku Njuguna.
We will forever treasure his noble virtues of love ,kindness,generosity and humour he showed us. Family and friends will be meeting at Kenyan Community Prysbetyrian Church (Ushindi) for prayers and fundraising on Sunday, January 31, 2010 at 3pm.
For more info please contact
Duncan Irura - 978 375 1516
Fred Njenga (JESHI) - 978 328 8382
PETER WAIGANJO (Dumberi) 978 996 6366
MERCY WANJERI NJUNGUNA (sister) - 011 254 711192337 |
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We regret to inform you of the death of Peter Mbae Kaniaru of Thika Town.
He was a loving husband to Agnes Wairimu Mbae for over 52 years.
Peter Mbae Kaniaru was born on 22nd June, 1937, in Magumu village, Mang’u location, Thika District.
They are blessed with 8 children , John Kaniaru, Lucy Wanjiku, Irene Ng’endo, Henry Kariuki, the late Mary Njeri, Michael Muiruri (Dracut,Mass., USA), Jane Nyambura and Charles Ndungu ( North Carolina, USA).
He was a father in law to Keziah Kaniaru, Njoroge Waweru, David Gichuhi, Njoki Kariuki, Beth Mungai ( Dracut, Mass., USA), Krystal Ndungu ( North Carolina, USA).
Friends and well wishers continue to gather for prayers every evening from 5pm at Muiruri’s residence at:
1045 Mammoth Rd, Dracut, MA, 01826. (Get directions)
For more information, please contact:
(978) 957-1948
(978) 551-6014
(978) 873-4257 |
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We regret to announce the passing on of Elizabeth Mutindi Mbithi in Pomona, CA. Elizabeth died in her sleep on Wednesday morning Jan 6th 2010. She is survived by her parents; Patrick Mbithi Munyao & Florence Siana Munyao; Older brother, Sam Mbithi Munyao; Older sister, Ruth Kabeyu Mbithi and younger sister, Eva Mbithi- Mwaniki, along with two nieces Sarayah Christine Siana Mwaniki, Savarna Wangui Mwaniki and brother in law Simon Mwaniki Ndururi.
Elizabeth was a loving, happy young woman.
She loved to sing and praise the Lord at her church KICC San Bernardino. Known for her beautiful smile and uplifting spirit she lived her life to the full. She was a student at Mt. San Antonio College and was to graduate this September with a degree in Fashion Design and Merchandising.
For more info, contact:
In California : (909) 622 - 2008, (909) 630 - 8188, (626) 922- 4871
In Massachusetts : (508 ) 423-9285
Friends and well wishers continue to gather for prayers every evening at the Munyao residence.
Address: 977 Somerset Avenue, Pomona, CA 91767
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We regret to announce the death of Mr. Patrick Njenga Mbugua of Boston Massachussets USA also of Weiss Apartment Voi (Mwenendu). Husband to Jane Wangui Njenga.Son of the late Jotham Mbugua Ndambuki and the Late Margarate Njeri Mbugua.
Father of Margaret Njeri, Joseph Mbugua, Eunice Njeri, Caroline Wanjiru and the Late Ann Wanjiru.
Grand Father of Purity Wangui, Kelvin Njenga, Patrick Njenga and Jane Wangui
Mbugua passed away early in the morning on Christmas day 2009.6 78) 452-3434
PastorWira : (978) 828 - 8322
Moses Mugo : (978) 758 - 1370
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We are sad to announce the sudden demise of Elizabeth Wanjiru Njoroge (aka Lizah) of Irving TX.
Lizah passed away early in the morning on Christmas day 2009. Lizah is survived by her parents Sylvester Njoroge, Mary Wanjiru Njoroge, her daughter Malaika Wanjiru Karani, her brother Martin Mwangi Njoroge (Kenya), her sisters’ Wanja Karanja, Lucy Mukami Njoroge, Penny Murugi Njoroge (Dallas) & Jane Nduta Njoroge (Canada).
Please join us for prayers to commemorate her life. Family & Friends are meeting every evening at:
Clarandon Apartments
3824 North Beltline Road #192
Irving, Texas 75038.
For any questions, feel free to contact the following persons.
214-724-5076 (Sylvester Njoroge - Dad)
214-284-5845 (Wanja Karanja - Sister)
214-694-4737 (Penny - Sister)
214-577-8071 (Mary Wanjiru Njoroge - Mum)
972-977-1095 (Lucy Mukami - Sister)
469-878-4626 (Karanja Mwangi)
May Lizah rest in peace.
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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of our dear brother Mr. Wainaina Ngotho, (Mr. T) ,on 12/17/09 after a long illness.
Husband to Anne Njeri Mung’ara Ngotho. Father to Njeri Wainaina, Ngotho Wainaina and Wanjiru Wainaina (Ciru) |
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
Dear Friends,
Father George and family wish to announce that his son in law Daniel Macharia Mbatia was attacked and serousily wouded by thugs on his way home at Makongeni Thika and passed on at Kenyatta Hospital.
Contact Father George at: (978) 930-4921 |
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
We learn with regret the death of Fidelis Njoki Njoroge daughter of Rev. Horrace Njoroge Kamau of St. Stephen Church in Lowell and mother of Horrace Njoroge 13 years, Hannah Wamaitha 8 years, and Julius Kamau 5 years. She died on 3 rd Dec. 2009 at Nazareth Hospital after a long illiness . She will be missed by friends and family. Funeral service will be held on Thursday next week at Kabuku Ngeca in Limuru Kenya.
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DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we inform you of the promotion to Glory of Sammy Kisaka Mwawasi. Sammy passed away at Grady hospital on Saturday following a tragic road accident in Atlanta, Georgia.
Sammy was son of Pastor Donald Mwawasi and Pendo Mwawasi, brother to Julie Kisaka of Clayton state University and Steve Kisaka of Johnsboro High School.
There will be prayers on Wednesday November 25th at 6:30PM at Believers Celebration Center, where Pastor Mwawasi ministers, 1492 Roswell Rd. Marietta, GA. 30062.
The memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 28th at 4:00PM at Kenyan American Community Church, (KACC) 771 Elberta drive, Marietta, GA. 30066.
Funeral arrangements will be communicated later.
Your Prayers, Presence and Financial support will be greatly appreciated.
For more info:
Pastor K.K. Kiroko 678-656-8446,
Apostle Zephaniah Muturi 678-200-5989
Robert Ndonga 770-899-3313
Pastor James Maina 678-365-1156 |
DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT
It is with humble acceptance of the will of God that we announce the passing on of Mr. Edgar Gakuru Karanja( A.K.A. Ed G) at Bon Secours Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland USA on 11/06/09.
He was 28 years old. He leaves to mourn his loving parents Mr & Mrs. James Karanja Gakuru of Banana Hills, Kenya. Edgar was the only son to his parents and had 5 sisters all in Kenya, Wanjiru ,Gathoni,Wairimu,Njoki and Wangui. Edgar was found unresponsive at a friend’s house, and was taken to Bon Secours Hospital by emergency crew where efforts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful.
He was a dear cousin to Peter Mwangi Waimiri(Omondi) and Milliam Wainaina, both of Nashua, NH, Kamau of North Carolina and Wambui of Atlanta, Georgia.
Friends and well wishers, are meeting daily for prayers and Funeral arrangements at:
27 Blue Spire Circle Middle River, MD 21220 Tel: 443-850-4303, 410-900-0444.
Time: Daily at 7.00 P.M.
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