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A Kenyan student dies from gunshot wound in TX
The late Eric Kihika Njunuri  Sunrise 07/20/91- Sunset 09/03/2010
We regret to announce the sudden and untimely passing of our beloved son, brother, nephew, grandson, cousin, uncle and friend Eric Kihika Njunuri, a student at Baylor University in Waco, Texas.
He was the youngest son of Mr. Sam Njunuri and Rosemary Kihika Njunuri of Houston, Texas. He died of a gunshot wound in San Antonio, Texas at age 19 on Friday September 3, 2010.
In keeping with our African tradition friends and relatives have organized a memorial/prayer/fundraising (Harambee) at 7pm, Saturday September 11, 2010 at Swiss Royale, 9651 Bissonet St, Houston TX 77099.
Friends and relatives are holding prayer meetings daily at his parent’s home, 15430 Cabildo Dr. Houston, TX 77083.
For those who would like to make contributions towards the funeral expenses, you can do so at:
Account Information:
Bank Name: Chase Bank
Account Name: Sam Njunuri
Routing Number: 1119937764
Account Number: 4401117927
For Information Contact:
Amos Mwangi (281) 236-7986 Peter Kwatenge (832) 661-9216
Joe Mbugua (281) 814-6724 Francis Mathenge (832) 754-4668
Doug Gichena (832) 266-7725 Protus Kokro (713) 505-5428
Lucy Simiyu (713) 829-7855 Miriam Macharia (832) 887-6076
Lilian Kwatenge (713) 248-6364 Kenneth Karanja (713) 319-8845
Jeremy Akatsa (281) 687-1332 Charity Maina (832) 656-6920
Irene Kariithi (832) 880-0074 Cecilia Wanjiru (510) 396-7175
Ruth Githumbi (832) 283-7928 Juliet Karu (832) 964-4334
Death announcement
The late Paul Muchiri Gachanja
 Family and friends
My father went to be with the Lord on 3RD September 2010, after being hospitalized at Thika and Kenyatta Hospital for 3 weeks. Dad loved the Lord God almighty and gave his life to Jesus in his days. We were blessed to have had him and mum over here in the USA for a visit last year. We loved dad so much and the most high God loved him even more. He is the one who gives & takes away. He was 82 yrs old and a teacher in his days. He was the father to:- Dr. Zakaria Muchiri Muturi-Maryland USA; James Gachanja-Kenya; Peter Githinji-Kenya; Anne Kimani-Kenya; John Mwangi-Kenya; Major Michael Kenga-Congo; George Kamau-Kenya. He was a grandfather & great-grandfather to many. The family of Dr. Zak Muturi will be leaving for Kenya next week to attend the funeral. The funeral will take place on 17sep2010. Family and friends are meeting daily at the following address: 12143 Georgia Ave. # 32, Silver Spring Maryland. KICC cafeteria:-Nairobi Kenya: Mon-Wed-Fri, evenings Contact Dr. Zak at tel 512-789-5254 Shiru Kamau at 240-246-6858. Sam Yiapan - 240-498-7183 Macharia-Delaware - 302-463-0485 Ngotho-Baba Jeff - 240-645-8374 George Kamau -Kenya- 0722336672 John Mwangi-Kenya-0723464830 Maurice Kinyanjui----301 928 5727
A Kenyan dies in North Carolina
The late Adam Mathenge Wang‘ombe
 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden and untimely passing of Mr. Adam Mathenge Wang‘ombe in Charlotte, North Carolina on Monday August 30th, 2010 after suffering heart ailment.
He is survived by his wife Joan Wairimu, his children Clara ‘Shishi’ Githinji, Dominic Wang’ombe and Zellah Njoki Warui, Sons-in-law Jimmy Gacoka and Brian Warui, Grand-children Nelson Kagika, Ryan Warui, and Kendra Warui.
He was son of Jason Wangombe Gaituri and Mary Wangeci Wangombe.
Brother to Joram Ndungu, Elijah Comba, Late Daniel Thiga, Late Henderson Munene, Martha Wangui, Zipporah Wakarima, Bethwell Kaniaru, James Gitonga and late Charles Wangai.
Family and friends are meeting daily at their home located at 13142 Erwin Road, Charlotte, NC 28273 from 7.00pm for prayers and support.
A memorial service is planned for Sunday September 5th, 2010 at 2.30pm at Richmond Funeral Home located at 6701 Beatties Ford Road., Charlotte, NC 28216.
A funeral fund account has been established at Bank of America to accept donations to help cover funeral expenses. Account details are:-
Account No. 237021419113
Routing No. 053000196
Contact Information:-
Patrick ----- 704-502-4649
Clara------- 980-219-8005
Dominic- -----574-302-4201
Njoki----------- 704-840-9274
Brian------ 303-656-5554
A KENYAN DIES ENROUTE TO USA By Diaspora Messenger 08/31/2010
A daughter’s determination to help her mother get the best medical attention turned tragic when the mother died in flight from Nairobi to U.S. Martha Okuku of Germantown Maryland had travelled to Kenya in July to visit with the mother, Mrs. Miriam Okuku who was not feeling well. She stayed there for several weeks hoping the mother will get better but her health got worse as time went on. With the hope of better medical treatment in America, the family decided to bring her here and on Friday August 27th, they boarded a flight that was to pass through Armsterdam.It is within few hours of flight that the mother passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest but the plane continued on the journey. Miriam Okuku was the wife of the late Joshua Okuku and mother to Rhoda Mghenyi, Rose Syeunda, Anne Okuku, David Okuku, Sally Ogesa and Pauline Martha Okuku (Maryland USA). The body of Mrs. Okuku is currently in the Netherlands awaiting to be moved to the final resting place in Busia Kenya, while funeral arrangements are in progress. Family, Friends and well wishers are meeting daily at Martha Okuku's residence at 13104 Rosebay Dr. in Germantown, MD 20874 from 6-9pm. Prayers, meetings and contributions are organized by Pastor Martin Kathurima, Eva Kirigwa and Martha P. Okuku. The Okuku family is appealing for prayers during this very difficult time. Any financial assistance to enable the family meet all the necessary expenditures is highly appreciated. Contributions can be made through AC #329112465 Routing # 2912 70050 For more information, feel free to contact the following people: Pastor Martin 240-491-1587 (Maryland) Eva 240-418-1736 (Maryland) Martha P. Okuku 202-538-4139 (Maryland) A Kenya boy drowned in California
 The Kimani's family and organizing committee regret to announce the death of Baby Jackson Kariuki (Jack). He tragically passed away on Thursday 19th, August 2010 after drowning in a neigbor's pool.
We are appealing to all members of the Kenyan community in the Diaspora, well wishers and friends to kindly attend a prayer meeting on Wednesday August 25th, 2010 at 6:00PM. Lilian Njuguna is hosting this meeting at 8380 Poppy way, Buena Park, CA. Or at 27646 Buckskin Dr, castaic CA 91384.
Brothers and sister we have a task like we have never had before, this was a tragedy and nobody plans for a burial expenses of a kid. This reminds me of the story of the Good Samaritan and the subsequent blessings.
May God help us even as we prepare to give generously and pray ceaselessly for the family that has lost a loved one.
N/B for those that may not be able to attend in person, you can remit your contribution to BANK OF AMERICA Ann Mugi A/C 28001 69476 Routing number is 121000358 .
The funeral will be held at Eternal Valley Memorial Park 23287 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita CA 91322 on Saturday August 28th, 2010 at 1:00 PM.
Any further questions can be channeled to Lilian Njuguna cell # (714) 388 7276, Ndungu Higa Tel #(310) 946 2719 or Henry Duarti (310) 593 1927.
A Kenyan dies in Reno, Nevada
The late Rose Mwanzia
Born in Kenya, Rose Mwanzia resided in Chicago briefly before moving to Reno where she resided till her untimely death on August 13th of 2010. She is survived by her mother, Ida Mwanzia, five brothers, two sisters and one late sister. She leaves behind many nieces and nephews who adored her dearly. Below is account information for Wells Fargo and PNC account information for those that would like to assist in the funeral expenses. For those in the East coast, that would like to contribute toward Roses funeral arrangements you can either send funds to PNC bank, Routing number 031000053 Acc# 8611804506. Name on the account: Elizabeth Mwanzia-alleyne In PA friends may deposit money in the following account: Wells Fargo: Aba/routing number 121000248 , Acc #2247734607 A Kenyan dies in Georgia The Late Martin Njau Kahia of Acworth, GA  It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to Glory of Mr. Martin Njau Kahia of Acworth Georgia.
Martin from passed on at Kennestone Hospital after a short illness on Saturday, August 7, 2010.
He was the son the late Moses Kahia Nguro & Peninah Mwihaki Kahia of Ndumberi Kenya.
He was spouse to Faith Ngotho of Acworth Georgia, brother to Hannah Wanjiku Karanja (K.K. Promote), Lois Njoki Kariuki (Wakimotho-Ndumberi), Peter Nguro (Wynee-Ndumberi), Rachael Kahia (U.K.), Gideon Kahia (Giddy), Lucy Kahia (Murishi),Ev. Hilda Kahia (Mercy Ministries Outreach) all of Texas.
He was father to Kelvin Kahia Njau of Kirigiti Prime Academy, and uncle to many.
Friends and well wishers are meeting daily at his residence in Acworth, Georgia.
There will be prayers at his residence on the following Days Sunday, August 8, 2010 from 7-9PM Wednesday, August 11, 2010 from 7-9PM Friday, August 13, 2010 from 7-9PM.
There will be a memorial service at Kenyan American Community Church (KACC) on Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 4:00PM.
The wake will take place at West Cobb Funeral Home on Monday, August 16, 2010 at 6:00PM.
Your Prayers, Presence and Financial support will be greatly appreciated.
Venues: Martin’s Residence:
5652 Hillcrest Dr, Acworth, GA. 30102
KACC: 771 Elberta Dr,Marietta, GA. 30066;
West Cobb: 2480 Macland Rd., Marietta, GA. 30064
More info:
Giddy Kahia (Texas): 214-394-2954
Ev. Hilda (Texas): 214-293-9444
Faith Ngotho (GA): 404-966-2450
Ndogo Uiru (GA): 404-510-6283
Erastus Wambugu (GA):678-314-2689
Virginia Miringu (GA): 770-815-5525
Mama Brian (GA): 678-314-2695
Njeri Mungai (GA): 404-435-6534
A Kenyan dies in North Carolina
 The late Samuel Njenga Njuguna
Mr. Samuel Njenga Njuguna passed away suddenly in North Carolina on Tuesday July 20th after a long illness. He is survived by his wife Esther, his children Diana, Ann-Brenda, and Brian.
Samuel was diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer in August of 2009. He received treatments from Regional Cancer center, with multiple hospitalizations between Durham regional and Duke Hospitals in the past year. He has borne the diagnosis with great endurance and his faith in God as well as tremendous support from his Durham Dayspring fellowship church and the Kenyan community. On July 20th, he went to meet his maker and was healed of all of the earthly suffering and pain.
He was brother to Joseph Gitu, Priscilla Njeri, Geoffrey Waihenya, Margaret Wanjiru Wakaba, Beth Wairimu, Paul Kamau, Ibrahim Macharia, and Jane Njoki all in Kenya. He has many aunties, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces and grand-children in Kenya and other countries.
He was born in Nyanduma location in Kiambu district to the late Paul Njuguna Gitu and Late Hannah Nyambura Njuguna. He was educated and brought up by his uncle and aunt Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Githu Waihenya. He attended Nyeri high school and Kenyatta University.
He has worked as a teacher at Gathaithi secondary, Kinale high school, and Githiga high school at different capacities. He relocated to the US in 2003 where he has lived and worked until his passing.
Family and friends are meeting in Durham NC in preparation for funeral arrangements. Donations towards this may be sent to Acc# given below. Burial will take place in Durham NC on July 30th starting at noon to 4pm.
He will be greatly missed by his family and all who came into contact with him. Sam loved to make jokes and help others. He was easily liked by those who interacted with him. He is also credited for being a hard worker and committed to the welfare of his immediate and extended family and community. Again for this, he will be greatly missed. God gives and God takes away. MAY HIS NAME BE PRAISED.
Contact information:
Esther Njenga: 919-4795168
Acc# 1000114299349 (SunTrust Bank)
Routing No. 053100465
Account name: Esther Njenga
Death Announcement
The late Samuel Ndungu Kagua
 It is with deep sorrow to inform you that our friends and brothers Gabriel Ndungu and Sammy Maina have lost their father Samuel Ndungu Kagua. He passed on while asleep on the night of July 17th, 2010.
Gabriel and Sammy reside in Aspen Hill Maryland and have been actively involved ...in the Washington DC Kenyan community. Unfortunately Gabriel just came back from Kenya on Thursday from his Mother-in-law’s funeral and it is with deep regret that he and his brother have to go and bury their father on Saturday, July 24th, 2010. We are kindly asking for prayers, financial and moral assistance during these tough times for our brothers. Please use the following information ------------------------------------- Wachovia Bank Account: 1010109047322 Name: Gabriel Ndungu Contact Numbers -------------------------------------- Gabriel Ndungu - 301 693 9540 Samuel Maina - 301 795 5421 Eliud Nganga - 240 645 3440 Mary Nganga - 240 644 3845 Zack Kabuga - 240 413 8461 Michael Kamuiru - 301 455 3924 Thank you very much and May God richly bless and protect over you. A Kenyan passed away in Virginia
The late John Theuri
 John Theuri passed away on June 12, after a short illness and subsequently succumbing to complications caused by pancreatic cancer.
John worked for the Department of State as a Swahili language instructor in the state of Virginia. He will be buried on Saturday June 26, 2010, in Mount Comfort Cemetery, Alexandria, in the state of Virginia. Funeral Service will be in St. Louis Catholic Church near the cemetery (2907 Popkins Lane, Alexandria, VA 22306) at 10:30 a.m. Mr. Theuri is survived by his wife Cecilia Theuri, five children: James Theuri (Chicago), Migwi Theuri, Esther Theuri (Nairobi), Agatha Theuri (London), and Perpetua Theuri (Meru). He had 11 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. The family appreciates all forms of support from family and friends. May God rest his soul in peace, and be with him till we meet again. The late is the father to: Dr. Theuri, James of University of Illinois, and father in law to Dr. Emma Theuri of University of Illinois. Both can be reached at 708-705-7701 and 708-781-6421.
 A Kenyan man has passed away in North Carolina. Mr Jimmy Musyimi Somba passed away on Monday the 14th of June 2010.
He comes from Kalandini, Tala. He collapsed and had a heart attack whilst exercising and paramedics tried in vain to resuscitate him but died shortly after.
He was residing in North Carolina, USA with his beloved wife Grace Mwikali Somba.
He was father to Nick Somba, Luke Kithua, Chris Musyimi, Rita Musyimi (Oxford, UK) and Alex Musyimi. Father-in-law to Beatrice Kavindu, Faith Kakuvi, Sarah Kayombya and Joseph Mwangi (Jose, Oxford). Grandfather to Elvis, Steve, Joe, Courtney, Jolene and Renita.
Friends and family are meeting at Didcot, Oxford (Jose’s place), Durham, North Carolina and Buruburu, Kenya to raise funds to help take the body back to Kenya. For contact Jose: 07933506435 or Rita: 07974866597.
Friends and well wishers who might not be able to make for the meetings and wish to contribute can do so through the following account:
Barclays bank,
Rita Musyimi,
A/C NO: 10151106, SORT CODE: 206518.
On behalf of Diaspora messenger's friends and readers of mama C page, we wish to convey our condolences to Njoki Nyanjui (Mama C) for the loss of her mother in Kenya. Our hearts goes out to her and the Nyanjui family in this time of sorrow.
Death Announcement
Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; 26and whoever lives and believes in me will never die..."
John 11:25-26 (NIV)
The late Esther Wanjiku Nyanjui, (MAMA JOHN)
 It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to Glory of our dear mother, Esther Wanjiku Nyanjui, (MAMA JOHN) after a long illness.
She died peacefully after a brave battle with breast cancer.
She was the wife of the late Nyanjui Waithaka beloved mother to John Nyanjui (Nairobi), Njoki Nyanjui (Mama C.) (USA), Rosemary Wamucii Njuguna (USA), Anne Nyambura Kinyanjui (Nairobi) and Irene Wangari Muturi (USA). Mother-in-law to Wairimu Nyanjui, Njuguna Ndung'u, Titus Kinyanjui and Peter Muturi; grandmother to Kent, Piki, Nyawira, Angela, Chiku, Njuguna, Nyanjui, Ben, Chiku Small, Ndung'u, Nguhi, Wamucii, Njoki, Njambi, Nyanjui, Wanyoike. Great grandmother to Chiku, Njeri, Natasha, Wamucii and Nyanjui. She was an aunt to many.
We know that our mother is in the hands of our Dear Lord.
Our prayer is that we, her family, will dwell in the Lord all the days of our lives so we can see mom again.
Please pray for the family here in Dallas, Tx and in Kenya and for Mama C. as she prepares to travel to Kenya for the funeral.
Family and Friends will be meeting at the address below starting Tuesday, 6/15:
3810 6th Street
Sachse TX 75048
For further information you may contact:
Peter Muturi - 214-680-0846
Daniel Ndogo: 469-688-1657
David Melly: 214-202-7724
Mainah Kaigi: 469-831-9190
Nelson Agufwa: 214-868-6007
Rosemary Wamucii Njuguna - 214-407-0247
Mama C. - 214-392-0374
Kenyan woman found murdered in Birmingham, Alabama
 Birmingham - "She just was a kind-hearted person."
This woman, who asked ABC 33/40 not to identify her, is talking about her life-long friend, Ruth Munene, who was found dead in her apartment late Friday night. Birmingham Police have not yet officially released the name of the deceased. But according to friends and family, the deceased inside the 240 21st Avenue South apartment, was Munene. "I was thinking she was in a car wreck," her friend said. "That was my first reaction." She recalls the night as a constant game of phone tag. Friends calling saying Munene was unconscious, but no one knew whether she was alive or dead. Then the friend says she received a heartbreaking phone call around 3 a.m. Saturday. "I could tell she was crying on the other end of the phone and she said 'Do you know what has happened?' I said I was told she was unconscious, do you know anything else? She said believe it or not she has left us," Munene's friend said. According to family, Munene was murdered...stabbed three times. Outside the apartment, crime scene tape hangs from a handrail and a piece of window glass is broken just beside the front door. But right now, that is all the facts they know. Munene's friend says she's devastated and doesn't understand why anyone would kill her friend. "I was really, really shocked to hear she had passed away," she said. Source-abc3340.com
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WE ARE SAD TO ANNOUNCE THE DEATH OF THE LATE RUTH WAWERA MUNENE WHO WAS RESIDING IN BURMINGHAM ALABAMA.
The late Ruth Wawira was found murdered with knife stabs in her house yesterday Saturday June 11th, 2010. She was residing in Euless, TX before moving to Alabama about two years ago.
After receiving the sad news, a fund raising committee was formed to raise funds and meet the burial expenses. We are meeting on June 13, 16 and 20 at 603 Amy Way, Euless, Texas 76039.
We are appealing to all members of our community and well wishers to join us raise the funds for transporting the body back to Kenya.
Ruth left a 14 years old daughter. Other information can be found in Alabama news and will be on local news sites. For further information and donations please contact :
Francis Githuku 817-6966633
Jane Makura 817-8993132
Peter Mathenge 817-8816796
Death Announcement The late John Wanjala Chapya
 Dear All,
It is with deep sorrow and sadness to announce the untimely passing on of John Wanjala Chapya on 05/26/10 in Nairobi, Kenya. He was the son to Andrew Chapya and Priscilla Chapya - Nairobi, Kenya. He was the brother to Alex Chapya – Newark, Delaware; Caroline Chapya; Evelyn Chapya & Magdaline Chapya - Nairobi, Kenya. He was the brother-in-law to Sylvia Mwalye – Newark, Delaware (Wife to Alex Chapya). He was the uncle to Grace; Clinton; Janet; Venessa; Sylvia; Daniel & Ivey. John Wanjala Chapya had an accident on 04/24/10. He suffered injuries to his nervous & respiratory system through the accident. He was admitted in hospital to undergo medical attention during which he went to be with the Lord.
The mother is currently here in the States visiting her son (Alex Chapya); her daughter-in-law (Sylvia Mwalye) and her grand-daughter (Ivey Michele Chapya). We here in the States need to raise funds to enable us all travel back home in Kenya and join the rest of the family during this time of moaning and burial ceremony in honor of our dear son, brother and best friend John Wanjala Chapya. Family, relatives, friends and well-wishers are meeting every evening at Alex & Sylvia's residence at 9 South Merriment Drive Newark, DE 19702.
A prayer service and fundraising will be held at Alex & Sylvia’s residence on Saturday, June 5th, 2010 at 4:00pm to honor the memory of John Wanjala Chapya and help with funeral and burial expenses in Kenya. In the event you will not be able to make it for the memorial service and fundraising, please send your contributions to:
Name of Bank: PNC Bank
Account Name: Alex Chapya
Account Number: 5304791385
Routing Number: 054000030
For more information please contact:
Alex Chapya – 302-345-2829 - US
Sylvia Mwalye – 302-345-0478 - US
Caroline Chapya – 0724787782 - Kenya
Evelyne Chapya – 0728081357 - Kenya
Magdaline Chapya – 0728081357 - Kenya
Your prayers, financial support and words of encouragement will be highly appreciated.
A Kenyan Pastor dies in North Carolina
 The death has occurred of Rev. Gilbert Mutugi Kivuti, 46, of Wake Forest - North Carolina, USA.
Gilbert was husband to Esther Njeri Kivuti and father to Vicky, Debbie, Nyagah and Abigail Kivuti all of Wake Forest NC,; he was son of Lay Canon Nelson Kivuti and Dinah Kivuti of Embu, Kenya; Son-in law to Anthony and Grace Ndegwa of Nairobi; brother to Gabriel (Connie) Kivuti [Kenya]; Dr. Emily (Dr.William)Obwaka [Kenya]; Enid Kivuti (Edward) Kariuki of [MN, USA]. Gilbert is also survived by many aunties, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews who live in the Kenya, US, Canada, UK and many other countries. Friends and relatives are meeting at his Wake Forest home 10902 Star Road, evenings from 7-9p.m. Checks and contributions may be made to the Order of ''Esther Kivuti''. You may contact the family 919-562-8307 (home); 612-859-3172 (Enid); 919-523-8026; Pastor Steve Barine 919 426 7072. A Kenyan man, Dr David Menge, died on Saturday, May 29, 2010 after a short illness. Until his death, he was a researcher and professor at the University of Minnesota Medical School (Twin Cities).Dr.Menge was very influential and active in research for Malaria treatment and eradication in Kenya but his life was cut short due to stomach cancer complication.
Dr. David Menge was diagnosed with colorectal cancer some time in Fall/Early Winter of 2008. He was immediately put under chemotherapy treatment and in December 2008, he underwent surgery to remove a tumor that had grown in the colon. This surgery was followed by further chemo treatments in the Spring of 2009 and by the end the Summer of 2009; he was told that his cancer had been effectively treated.
In early April 2010 he developed a cough which was initially attributed to a cold that his children had picked up at school. However, after his children's cold had gone, his cough persisted and appeared to be more severe. He visited a doctor, was diagnosed with bronchitis and was given antibiotics. He did not get relief from this treatment and so on or about May 7 2010, he went back to the doctor and this time round, he was diagnosed with pneumonia and hospitalized for eight days. During this brief stay at the hospital, it was discovered that, stealthily, his cancer had recurred and metastasized to the lungs and other vital organs. Even so, his oncologist believed that the cancer was treatable.
On the night of Monday, May 24, 2010, following the heat wave that swept across Minnesota and neighboring states, Dr. Menge developed what he felt was a high heart rate and shortness of breath. At about midnight, he asked a friend to take him to the St. John's Hospital (Maplewood Cancer Care Center) Emergency Room for care. Four days later, he died at the hospital’s ICU unit following complications due to his compromised vital organs.
He is survived by his wife, three little children, parents and three brothers. He was preceded in death by his eldest brother and grandparents. He hails from Nyagancha Village, Kitutu Masaba.
Family and friends are grateful for the outpouring of love and support that they have received since the passing of their brother, husband and dear friend. This came too suddenly. It is painful.
A funeral service to honor the memory of Dr Menge and a fundraising to help ship his remains to Kenya for internment will be on Saturday, June 5th, 2010 at:
SOUTHVIEW SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
5750 Wentworth Ave
Minneapolis, MN, 55419-1817
612-861-3510
The service will start at 4:30 p.m
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A Bank Account has been opened at Wells Fargo to serve this purpose. Deposits can be made at any Wells Fargo Branch. Direct wire transfers can also be made from anywhere outside the US where such services are available.
Account Name: Catherine Maina (Menge's wife) Account Number: 9144080331 Bank Routing Number: 091000019 Bank Swift Code: WFBIUS6S
Also using Caringbridge.org http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/davidmenge
Friends and relatives are meeting daily at Dr. Menge's residence at 649A Kingfisher LN, Woodbury, MN 55125 to make funeral arrangements.
Please contact any of the following people with any questions.
Gerald Keraro - (651) 341-1284
James Nyachwaya - (651) 795-9297
Nicholas Ndovu Mokaya - (651) 269-5287
Paul Morande - (952) 250-8623
Hesbon Simba - (952) 261-3111
Gerald Nyachae - (952) 393-6879
Dr. Caleb Arika - (612) 281-5440
Lucy Nyawira Ndiritu passed away on 21st May 2010 at Watford General hospital after a short illness. She was daughter of Mr Mrs late James Ndiritu (Kenya), Mother to Ben Ndiritu (Watford) Sister to Agnes Wanjiku (Watford),Stephen Njoroge "people" (Swindon), Carol Njoroge ( Northampton), Kevin Ndiretu "Cone" (Watford), Elizabeth Njogu (kenya), Sarah Mumbi Kamau (Kenya). Sister in law to Steve Njogu, (London) Toni Njoroge Mugane, (Northampton) Daniel Kamau (London). Family and friends are meeting daily for Prayers at 115 Harebrakes Watford WD24 6HT, or 93 Edinburgh street Swindon SN2 8DE, and 2 Keyham court Northampton NN3 8TT from 6 pm. Contacts details Carol - 07960203919 Toni - 07828718004 Njoroge "people" - 07983221243 Ciku - 0793219959 Kevin - 07958239140 Steve - 07903552001. Friends and well wishers who might not be able to make for the meetings and wish to contribute can do so through the following account: Name Carol Njoroge A/C - 74183372 Sort code 07-00-30 Bank Nationwide.
A Kenyan woman has passed away in Dallas, TX after a long illness bravely borne. Mrs Jennie Sainah passed away on Wednesday May 12, 2010.
Jennie was the wife to Joseph Sainah of Denton, TX, mother to Jeffrey, Jessie, and Jerry. She was the daughter of Lawrence and Felicitas Korir of Ngechek village in Nandi, Kenya. She was the sister-in-law/sister to Sam and Julie Bore of Grand Prairie, TX. Her other siblings are Jossie Jacky, John, Janet, and Paul.
Jennie Sainah hailed from Eldoret, Kenya. She settled in Denton, Texas, USA, in 1992.
Mrs Sainah experienced the initial signs of illness that would eventually claim her life in September 2005. By February 2006, she had lost functions of her upper limbs; her legs and lower arms were also weakening.
After a number of medical examinations, she was diagnosed with POEMS Syndrome and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), two very rare neuromuscular diseases, in May 2006. Her condition deteriorated fast. By November 2006, she was bedridden and in need of a bipap machine to enable her inhale sufficient oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide.
By August 2007, her diaphragm muscles had degenerated to the point that she received a tracheotomy that facilitated the use of a ventilator for breathing. Since then, she was in and out of hospitals due to the fact that her immune system had weakened resulting in recurring bouts of pneumonia and several bacterial and viral infections.
On April 15, 2010 at 5:00pm, Jennie suffered a massive cardiac arrest that resulted in extensive damage to most of her brain. She eventually succumbed to the illnesses on Wednesday May 12 at 4:30pm.
With numerous hospitalizations and extensive treatment spanning four and half years, Jennie’s medical bills stand at over $50, 000. A fundraiser to offset the medical bills will be held on Friday, May 21, 2010 from 8:00 – 11:00PM at Upendo Baptist Church in Garland, Texas – 916 N. Jupiter Road 75042.
Donations can be deposited directly to the Jennie Sainah Foundation account at the Bank of America – Account # 488025619496, Routing # 111000025.
Donations can also be made through PayPal. The PayPal ID email is
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Your donation will be greatly appreciated by the family.
May the Almighty God rest Jennie’s soul in peace.
The death has occurred of Rev. Gilbert Mutugi Kivuti, 46, of Wake Forest - North Carolina, USA.Gilbert was husband to Esther Njeri Kivuti and father to Vicky, Debbie, Nyagah and Abigail Kivuti all of Wake Forest NC,; he was son of Lay Canon Nelson Kivuti and Dinah Kivuti of Embu, Kenya; Son-in law to Anthony and Grace Ndegwa of Nairobi; brother to Gabriel (Connie) Kivuti [Kenya]; Dr. Emily (Dr.William)Obwaka [Kenya]; Enid Kivuti (Edward) Kariuki of [MN, USA]. Gilbert is also survived by many aunties, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews who live in the Kenya, US, Canada, UK and many other countries. Friends and relatives are meeting at his Wake Forest home 10902 Star Road, evenings from 7-9p.m. Checks and contributions may be made to the Order of ''Esther Kivuti''. You may contact the family 919-562-8307 (home); 612-859-3172 (Enid); 919-523-8026; Pastor Steve Barine 919 426 7072. A Kenyan dies in New Jersey
The late Elizabeth "Liz" Wangari Kariuki
 We regret to announce the home going of
Elizabeth "Liz" Wangari Kariuki,
March 31, 1957 to April 27, 2010.
Having braved a battle with cancer.
She was daughter of Margaret Waithera Kariuki, and the late Joe Kariuki (formerly of KIA and the UN, Morocco),partner of Francis Gakure,Sister of Alice and David (US), Eunice and Minah (Kenya), James and Robert (UK), Steven, (Australia), aunt of Cira, Joe, Jamie, Jason,(US) and Lule(Kenya). Niece and cousin and friend of many.
We invite you to celebrate her life at
Bradley, Haeberle & Barth Funeral Home
1100 Pine Avenue
Union, New Jersey 07083
(908) 686-6666
Wake: Thursday, 6 May 2010 from 4pm to 8pm
Funeral: Saturday, 8 May 2010 starting at 11am to 1.30pm
Burial at the Hollywood Memorial Park cemetery.
Thank you!
Directions to the Funeral Home
Garden State Parkway North - Exit #139 B, at end of ramp turn right onto
Chestnut Street. Stay to the right after you go under an overpass. It will
become Stuyvesant Avenue. Continue on Stuyvesant Avenue for 4 traffic
lights. At 4th light (Qucik Chek on left corner) make a left onto Vauxhall
Road. At 1st traffic light, Funeral Home is on far left corner, the corner
of Pine and Vauxhall.
Garden State Parkway South - Exit #141 just past the Union Toll Plaza. At
end of ramp, turn right onto Vauxhall Road. Continue to 3rd traffic light.
Funeral Home is on far left corner, the corner of Pine and Vauxhall.
Route #22 West - Approx. 1/2 mile past Shop Rite in Hillside, look for the
exit for Vauxhall Road. Turn right onto Vauxhall Road. Continue to 3rd
traffic light. Funeral Home is on far left corner, the corner of Pine and
Vauxhall.
Route #22 East - Pass Toys r Us SHopping Center, Chuckie Cheese and Motel.
Go under overpass, take 1st exit and turn right onto Vauxhall Road. Go to
3rd light. Funeral Home is on far left corner, the corner of Pine and
Vauxhall.
Route #78 West - Exit #50 A UNION (make sure it says UNION, not
Union/Millburn). At end of ramp, turn right onto Vauxhall Road. Continue
past Costa del Sol Restaurant, Red Devil and St. Michael's Church, all on
left. At traffic light after church, Funeral Home is on right, at the
corner of Pine and Vauxhall.
Immediately following the Funeral Service, the interment will take place at
the Hollywood Cemetery which is about 5 minutes by car from the Funeral
Home.
Hollywood Cemetery
1621 Stuyvesant Avenue,
Union, NJ 07083
(908) 686-3368
Kenyan man dies Dallas TX
The late Bernard Meta Kinyanjui
 A Kenyan has passed away in Dallas Texas. Bernard Meta Kinyanjui passed away at the Parkland Memorial Hospital on Wednesday night (04/28/2010) at 8.10 pm.
Mr. Kinyanjui had been suffering from cancer which he has bravely fought since 2008. He was a resident of Garland TX.
The deceased is survived by his wife, Cresensia Wakesho Meta (Garland, TX), and children Sheila Wanjiru Meta (Dallas-TX), Caroline Njeri Meta Kamau (Kenya), Francis Kinyanjui Meta (UK) and Patricia Marura Meta (UK).
Funeral arrangements are currently ongoing and family and friends are meeting from 7PM daily at the Kinyanjui’s residence at 4308 Leatherwood Ln, Garland TX 75042.
There will be a fundraiser on Sunday May 9th 2010 at Highland Park Church (HPCC) starting at 4 pm.
The funeral is scheduled to be held on Saturday, May 15th, 2010 at the Memorial Cemeteries of Garland next to Williams Funeral Directors at 1600 South Garland Avenue, Garland TX 75040-7637.
A bank account has been established and those who would like to make their contributions to help the family offset the funeral costs can do so at:
Account Name: Kihika Law Firm
Bank: Bank of America
Routing No. 111000025
Account no. 488025372351
The late Mzee Zacharia Odero
 This is to announce the passing away of Mzee Zacharia Odero,the dad to Kennedy Odero of California.He left us on April 7th 2010 in Kenya after an emergency surgery over the easter weekend.Burial is planned for April 25th 2010, in Kagan location of Homa bay district There is going to be a memorial/fund raising on the 18th of April 2010 @ Dominion christian center 9240 peoria ln Moreno Valley Ca 92557 For condolences sympathy and prayers you can call: Kennedy Odero of california: 610 441 3420 or 909 749 9820 Thanks Kenyan man dies in Alabama
The late Roy Nganga Kuria
 A Kenyan man has passed away in Birmingham, Alabama, USA. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Roy Nganga Kuria after a short illness.
Roy Nganga Kuria was the son of John W. Kuria and the late Teresa W. Kuria, brother to Carolyne Kuria, Rita Kuria and Denis Kuria. A memorial will be held in Birmingham, Alabama and the details will be announced soon.
In the event you will not be able to make it for the memorial, contributions will be greatly appreciated.
Please send contributions to:
Chase Bank, Rita Kuria,
Routing Number- 322271627,
Account Number- 3122640598.
For more information please contact Rita Kuria — 909-964-1356
Carolyne Kuria—- 0722609950 (Kenya)
or Denis Kuria— 612-623-94315 (Australia).
THE LATE CAPTAIN KWAME WAIKENDA
 Captain Kwame Waikenda was shot and killed in his apartment in Morehead, North Carolina. Kwame had just returned from his second tour of Iraq and he was gearing up for a tour of Afghanistan. Everyone that knows Kwame can attest to his brilliance, very big heart and composed nature. Kwame, you will be missed and loved by everyone that you left in this world. There will be an Irish wake in NC in Captain Kwame's memory. Details to be released by organizers soon. (Photos courtesy: Erika Young and Suzanne Gitata). To visit facebook group page in his honor click here
A Kenyan dies in Kansas City
CELEBRATION THE LIFE OF PETER GICHUIRI MURITU
 It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Peter Gichuiri Muritu on 18th March 2010 at Kansas City, USA.
He was the son of late John Muritu Gichuiri and Agnes Wanjugu Muritu and son in-law of the late Jotham Nginyah and late Milkah Nyakanini.
Beloved husband to Esther Muthoni Gichuiri and father to Pauline Noni, Alex Muritu, Anne Wanjugu and Patrick Nginya. Father in-law to Melissa Gichuiri. Grandfather to Faith Cindy Muthoni and Abigail Wanjugu.
Loving brother to Wachira Muritu, Joel Gichuiri, Mweri Muritu, Esther Gathigia, Esther Mugwe, Beatrice Wamuyu, Wanjiku Kabugi, Late Mary Wanjira, James Kahugu, Muriuki Muritu and Wanjiku Kiare. Brother in-law to Grace Murugi Wachira, Nelly Wairimu Mweri, Nancy Muriuki, Margaret Gichuiri, Hannah Nginyah, Agnes Gichure, Aurelia Chiuri, David Nginyah, Catherine Ngunjiri, Dan Nginyah, Margaret Kuraru, Gladys Nginyah and Geoffrey Nginyah. Uncle and Grandfather to many.
Family and friend s in USA are meeting daily 7:00pm at his residence:
2614 N 107th Terrace
Kansas City, KS 66109
For more Info Please Contact
Esther Gichuiri 913 636 4435
Pauline Gichuiri 816 678 9097
Alex Gichuiri 913 488 3310
Pastor Ben Kangethe 913 206 0253
Rev David Nzioka 913 271 3549
Rose Muita 913 710 0724
Your thoughts prayers are highly appreciated. Any donations and gifts can made to:
Esther Gichuiri
2614 N 107th Terrace
Kansas City, KS 66109
Or in the Account Below
Commerce Bank
A/C Name: Esther Gichuiri
A/C #: 600921972
Routing # : 101000019
Viewing and Visitation will be held on Wednesday March 24 2010 from 11am at:
Gospel Outreach Center
1851 Merriam Lane
Kansas City, KS 66106
The burial will take place at his Farm in Marmanet Scheme (Oljabet); the burial date will be announced later.
Friends and relatives in Kenya are meeting daily for funeral arrangements at R&J Bistro – Phoenix House, Kenyatta Avenue from 5.30 pm.
Memorial Service will be held at St. Andrews Church from 23rd March 2010.
In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you remain forever. Amen.
DEATH AND FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENT-HELP NEEDED
 It is with deep sorrow that we inform you that we have lost our beloved father Mr. Joseph Macharia, husband to Judy Wa Macharia, Father
to Gladys Macharia. He was the beloved son of Gladys Wambui Macharia and brother to Susan Mwihaki Maina - Nyahururu, Ann Muthoni - Umoja Nakuru, Teresia Wamaitha - Olkaluo, Elijah Muturi - USA. He is the son in law of Burton Gitahi and Teresia Wajugu - Othaya, brother in law to Dickens Ndirangu - St. Louis MO, Gachie Gitahi - Nairobi, Dr. Kiama Gitahi of Chiromo Campus - Nairobi, Dr. Githinji Gitahi of The Nation Media Group - Uganda, Susan Indimuli - Nakuru, Florence Kamau - PC Office Nakuru, Lilian Gachie - Nairobi, Winnie Gitahi - Nairobi. Mr. Macharia comes from a big family of which he was uncle and grandfather to many. After short illness Mr. Macharia finally went to be with our Lord on March 19th, 2010 at the University Of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, MD. Friends and Family are meeting daily at 6.30pm at his residence: 905 Clopper Road, Apt A3 Gaithersburg, MD 20878. THE FAMILY PLANS TO TAKE THE BODY BACK TO KENYA And ARE APPEALING FOR FINACIAL SUPPORT.KINDLY REMEMBER THEM IN YOUR PRAYERS, PAY THEM A VISIT OR SEND YOU CONTRIBUTION TO THE ACCOUNT BELOW. A FUNDRAISER SERVICE WILL BE HELD ON A DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT Elijah Muturi 301 606 2305 or 240 355 9185 Eliud Nganga 240 645 3440 Judy Macharia 240 477 6568 Pastor Martin Kathurima 240 491 7034 John Ngotho 240 645 8374 Frederick Karanja 240 838 1282 Isaac Kariuki 240 426 5633 Your thoughts, prayers and financial support are greatly appreciated. Please make all the donations and gifts to the account below: Bank of America A/C Name : Judy W. Macharia A/C # : 446015365051 Routing # : 052001633 A Kenyan dies in Georgia
The late Eric Njau Murimi
 September 29, 1978 – March 2, 2010
Eric Njau Murimi, 31, passed away unexpectedly on March 2, 2010 in Norcross, GA. He was born September 29, 1978 in Nairobi, Kenya, the son of Elliot and Rose Murimi. Eric came to the United States in 1999 and through hard work became a very successful manager with the British Petroleum Company.
Eric attended Muhoho high school in Nairobi, Kenya and was a very active member of the Kenyan community in metro Atlanta, GA.
Eric leaves behind his wife, Hanna; their infant son Nathan; daughters, Ruhama and Alexandra; his parents, a sister, Shayla and a brother, Andrew; as well as, many friends both personal and professional.
The family is in the process of raising funds for the family and to cover funeral expenses. You can make donations in three ways:
1. Friends and family will be meeting at Hanna’s parent’s home on Friday, March 5, at 8pm; Saturday, March 6 after 4pm; and Sunday, March 7 after 2pm. You may make your donations at the home, 5567 Wilderness Trace Stone Mountain, GA 30087.
2. An account has been set up at Chase Bank, the account # is 877795658. You may make direct deposits.
3. A PayPal account has been set up for online donations. Log onto www.PayPal.com; click on the “Send Money” link and follow the instructions. You will need to enter Hanna’s email address into the “To” box. Hanna’s email address is:
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A fundraising event and memorial service will be announced shortly. Please reach out to Hanna, her family and friends with your love, prayers, calls and financial support at this very difficult time. May God's blessings be upon the entire family during this time of bereavement, and may his soul rest in peace.
*For more details please contact:
Kevin Mugo: Phone 404-587-4435 Email
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Jackob Kaloki: Phone 770-655-9118 Email
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Karis Nyonyi: Phone 678-665-2359 Email
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