Let me tell you about Kevin Kabogo. He was the best eldest brother one could ever ask for.   We looked up to him both in stature and character. He was creative,intelligent, loving, chef extraordinaire, health conscious, an avid reader and  freelance web designer.

His  had a passion for stories from an African perspective and curated  African music via his website(  http://africanwriterscenter.com)

Our last conversation with him, was in regards to him returning to Kenya permanently, on 30th August, to continue with web design,  his passion for sustainable farming and reunite with his only son after 20 years.   Despite his desire, he was unable to make it for our Dad’s funeral, about a year ago.  Sadly now the best we can is lay him to rest next to Dad.

The shocking news of his sudden death tragically  cut short his anticipated homecoming.   Words can’t explain the pain of having him come home this way.

Our family is kindly reaching out to you to help us  raise the funds to meet the cost  to facilitate his return to Kenya  from Columbus, Ohio.

Your kind assistance is highly appreciated.

To donate, please do so here https://www.gofundme.com/kevin-kabogo-funeral-fundraising

Thank you for taking time to read this and for your support,

Kimani, Amos, David and Ruth (formerly of Dallas Fort Worth, TX)

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Death has occurred in Dallas Forth Worth community of Robert Mwaniki Muchiro on May 3rd 2017.

He was a member of Tumaini Anglican Church. Husband to Rose Muthoni . Father to Eric Ireri of Victory Chapel Dallas, Carol Muchiro of Dallas TX.

Family & friends are meeting daily from 7pm for Prayers  & funeral arrangements at 3537 Danbury Ln, Plano Tx 75074.

There will be a memorial service and fundraiser which will take place at the same time on Sunday May 7th 2017 from 3pm at Tumaini Anglican Church located at 13315 Wilmington Dr. Farmers Branch TX 75234.

For financial support kindly cashapp $EricIreri or Gofundme link below

https://www.gofundme.com/robert-muchiro-funeral-baba-eric

For information, in addition to Pastor Samson Muniu and Rev. Jacob Muiruri, contact

Alex Karundu 469-438-8388

David Tuni 972-408-8175

Isaac Ndegwa 612-232-4830

Peter Mathenge 817-881-6796

Maina Kaigi 469-831-9190

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On the morning of May 11, 2017, the Ajimo family suffered a major loss. Surrounded by family and friends, Eunice Juma succumbed to her illness. The family was devastated when they had to say goodbye to Eunice all too soon. Eunice was a loving wife to Jacob and mother to four children Candy (15), Lily (12), JJ (7), and Kiki (3). She will be missed dearly by all.

This is an appeal for your prayers and financial support to this young Kenyan family.

With your support, Jacob will be able to transport Eunice’s body to Kenya for burial. All proceeds will go towards outstanding hospital bills, funeral expenses, and other needs the Ajimo family has.

To contribute, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/3rbu31c

Contact persons:

Charles Mamwacha : 1-806-470-2025
Collins K’Owino : 1-806-548-1995
Moss Ogutu.      : 1-806-281-4549
Jeff Kimani.       : 1-806-283-4868
Charles Otori.    : 1-806-777-6761
Willies Ogutu.    : 1-806-317-3085
Jacob Ajimo.     : 1-513-328-5488
Francis Wekesa: 1-518-779-1466
Billy Jiveti          : 1-903-239-2807
Peter. Maluki     : 1-817-884-7527

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A Kenyan woman has passed away in Dallas, TX. Sister Naomi Murimi passed away while undergoing treatment at the Medical City of Dallas on Sunday May 21st at around 3pm

She was a loving sister, teacher, and friend to all and mother to Shey & Nimo.

A fundraiser is tentatively scheduled for this Saturday, May 27th and details of the venue/time will be sent out later.

For those who would like to support the family financially during this difficult time, a Cashapp account $swmurimi is available for use immediately.

A gofundme account has also been established and it is here https://www.gofundme.com/3toe0ao

Family & friends are meeting daily at 7pm at 1009 Kory Dr Mesquite, TX 75149 to discuss ongoing details.

May God continue to bless & guide you as we console each another.

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Following the death of Benjamin Nzavi and his 11 year old daughter Tamia, who drowned at Lake Whitney in Hill County, Texas, a committee under the umbrella of Kenya Diaspora Advisory Council of Texas and comprising friends from other parts of the United States has been formed.

This committee has agreed to help facilitate Ben’s mother and brother as they attempt to get visas from Kenya and travel to attend the funerals, which are set to take place in Texas on Wednesday, May 31st.

Arrangements are ongoing, but we are appealing to our community to mobilize and help fund raise for the travel cost.  We have very little time and must act quickly.  Any additional funds raised above and beyond the visa and travel expenses will be used to meet the needs of Ben’s family during such a difficult time.  Everyone in our community matters.

We are indivisible and united at times like this and are committed to doing whatever it takes to help Ben’s mother come to honor her son and and her granddaughter.

The committee appeals to all of us to participate in whatever way possible.

A gofundme.com account has been set up and you can follow this link to contribute https://www.gofundme.com/travelfundforngusye

To contribute via CashApp, please send to $Bensfund or follow this link https://cash.me/$Bensfund

Thank you all in advance.

The bodies of a Kenyan man and his 11-year-old daughter have been retrieved from a Texas lake where they drowned.

Benjamin Nzavi and the girl drowned at around 11.30am on Saturday morning in Lake Whitney, about 130 kilometres from the city of Dallas.

Eyewitnesses said Mr Nzavi’s daughter ran into the water to swim and went under. Her father then jumped into the water to rescue her but both never resurfaced.

Tamia John was celebrating her 11th birthday on the fateful day and was swimming with friends when she was pulled too deep by currents.

A boater called the authorities when he failed to rescue the two.

A search that began at about 2.45pm went on until nightfall and had to be called off because of poor visibility.

The search resumed on Sunday morning and divers found the bodies a few feet from each other.

The family had just moved to the area two weeks earlier and were living a short distance from the lake.

Mr Nzavi’s pregnant wife Schivvone John had arrived in the US from the UK a few weeks earlier. The couple also has a 14 month old child

Mr Nzavi was a ballistics engineer in Milford, Texas, where he was working after graduating with a degree in chemical and explosives engineering.

At the time of his death, he was pursuing a master’s degree in explosives engineering at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology.

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My name is Kennedy Okomo. I am a Kenyan in Atlanta, Georgia and I just graduated from Kennesaw State University.

I was delighted to have the company of my father Eli Okomo, 69 and my mother who had flown from Kenya to Atlanta, Georgia to attend my graduation.

Since they arrived in the country three weeks ago, we have spent time catching up on the last three years we’ve been apart.

It was a double celebration for me as my wife and I had just welcomed our new born baby five months ago. They were overjoyed to meet our new addition.

Heartbreakingly, on Thursday (May 25th) my dad suffered a heart attack and died while being rushed to the hospital.

Our family requires your assistance in raising the $20,000 (Sh2.06 million) require to pay for the morgue fees and for taking the body back home in Kenya. We greatly appreciate any contribution you are able to make.

If you would like to assist, a gofundme account has been set up and can be found here https://www.gofundme.com/my-dads-sudden-death

You can also contribute through Cashapp using phone number 912-320-2839

You can also use MPESA no 011-254-722460715 (Lucia Uhuru)

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It is with deep sorrow that we infrom you of the tragic death of MIKE MULWA NGANGI (254 SKILLSWEAR) that occured on 6/3/17 in Birmingham, Alabama. (Read: Mike Mulwa, a Kenyan entrepreneur shot dead at a Birmingham, Alabama gas station)

Friends and family are meeting at his residence at 4940 Pinehurst Circle Acworth GA 30101.

A  fundraiser and memorial will be held at KACC  church on June 11th, 2017  at 2pm at 771 Elberta Dr, Marietta, GA 30066.

Mike is survived by daughter Kyla Mweni, son Kyle and wife Margaret Munuhe who is expectant and due in 3 weeks. They all live in the Atlanta area.

His parents Councillor Ngangi and Violet Mueni and older brother Vincent Mutuku are in Kenya.

We also have a cash app so funds can be sent to Brigit Mugo 404 328 8676 or CashAPP handle $mike254memorial

For more details contact:

Januaries Kyalo 4045524122

Tony Warui Ndavi 6784996275

Margaret Ndegwa 7703123431

Paul Kiunyu 6785582354.

Remember his family here and back home in your prayers.

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It is with  humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to Glory of Mr Margaret Kibugi on Thursday 6/8/17 at Baylor Hospital in Carrolton, TX.

Mrs Kibugi passed away four months after her daughter Joyce Kibugi went to be with the Lord (Read: Kenyan woman Joyce Kibugi passes away in Dallas, Texas- sister to Beatrice Njugun and Robert Gaceru)

She was loving mother to Beatrice Njuguna and Robert Gacheru of St Therese of The Little Flower (Plano) Jumuia.

Family and friends are meeting daily from 7PM for prayers and support to send Margaret to Kenya at their residence: 234 STANLEY FALLS DR, ANNA, TX 75409.

*Prayers & Support* on Sunday June 11th, 2017 at Holy Family of Nazareth Catholic Church from 4PM: 2323 Cheyenne St, Irving TX 75062

Contributions can be made thro;

https://www.gofundme.com/margaret-w-kibugi-funeral-fund

Bank of America: 4880 6816 5774

Chase Bank: 117937877

Cashapp: 2145466296 $MrsGaceru

Cashapp: 2145466295 $Gaceru

For additional details please contact:

Beatrice Njuguna …… (214) 546 6296

Robert Gaceru ………. (214) 546 6295

Martin Gaceru ……….. (469) 288 1264

Anne Gaceru …………. (469) 734 2795

Albert Mona ………….. (972) 841 7124

Daniel Njenga ………… (469) 951 3818

Max Kung’u ……………. (972) 693 4870

Giddy Kahia ……………. (214) 394 2954

Philip Karuma …………. (214) 223 5020

Judy Kamau ………….. (214) 287 5454

Alex Karundu………….. (214) 438 8388

Eternal peace grant unto her O Lord.  May perpetual light shine upon her. Amen.

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With humility, we accept God’s will for resting our dear mum, Ferdinada Wangechi Kaigi to eternal peace on June 11 2017 at Nairobi Women’s Hospital.

She is the mother to Charity Kimani and Mainah Kaigi both of McKinney Texas; Catherine Kabira and Patricia Kengara both of Ann Arbor, Michigan; Muiga Kaigi, Purity Kinyanjui, Muita Kaigi and Ndarahi Kaigi all of Nairobi.

Mother-in-law to Julius Mwangi, Muthoni Mainah, Daniel Kabira, Stephen Kengara, Joyce Muiga, Simon Kinyanjui, Stella Muita and Ruth Ndarahi.

Family and friends are meeting for Prayers and thanksgiving at Julius and Charity’s residence at 2824 Sundance Dr, McKinney TX 75071 on Wednesday June 14, 2017 and Friday June 16, 2017 at 7pm.

There will be a Memorial Service to celebrate her life on Sunday June 18 2017 at 2pm at Highland Park Presbyterian Church, 3821 University Blvd, Dallas, TX 75205.

For further information contact:

Richard Ngugi: (817) 223-2148

Julius Mwangi: (469) 878-3584

Caroline Ngatia: (214) 274-8388

Caroline Mukuha: (214)952-1187

Pastor Tony Wainaina: (214) 603-8411

David Maina: (972) 413-6655

Esther Kangethe: (417) 439-9963

“I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, and in His word I hope………”

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We wish to sadly announce the death of Muriithi Kibicho that occured in Plano TX on Friday 06/09/17 right after he came into the world.

He was son to Carol Kibicho and Don Macharia of Plano Texas, and brother to Gabby (Gabrielle).

Family and friends will be meeting for prayers on Thursday 6/15 and Friday 6/16 both days @ 6:00pm at their residence: 3847 Timberglen Rd Apt# 4422, Dallas, TX 75287.

Memorial service will be on Saturday 6/17/17 at 10:00 AM  at Bedford Memorial Funeral Home, 524 Bedford  Rd, Bedford TX  75022.Then we will proceed to the final resting place at Rolling Oaks Memorial center address 400 Freeport Pkwy, Copell TX 75019.

Contacts:

Don Macharia: (917)216 6226

Jackie Kori: (214)793-2099

Irene Mamo: (469)-348-5552

Anne Muriuki: (469)835-0293

Sammy Ndande: (918) 346-8308.

David Mathai: (469)767-6989

Mr Mamo: (469)939-8160

Ruth (Shiro) Mamo: (469)826-8808

Jeniffer Kibicho: (313)832-0214.

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It is on a very sad note & with great humility that we reach out to you concerning the sudden death of Gerald Momanyi Ongeri (Charlie).

He woke up as usual to prepare to go work only to be found on the floor unresponsive by his wife. Gone too soon at 37 years of age with no known health issues.

He was brother to Damaris Ongeri of Bedford TX, and Asenath Ongeri who has since moved to Canada. Cousin to Derrick Mariaria, Lameck Mariaria & Lornah Ombasa all of DFW.

Charles leaves behind a widow & three children in Atlanta where he resided.

May God bless you as we give comfort & strength to The Ongeri’s. His Dad, Mom & a few siblings will be travelling to the US to witness his burial & lay him to rest. We humbly seek your support & prayers. We will provide further info on the fundraiser plans.

The burden of funeral and related expenses weigh heavily upon the family.  He was the breadwinner. Damaris & his cousins are the only family he had here. His funeral is ours to undertake and enable at least his parents to pay their last respects.

Kindly, let’s meet at Damaris’s residence starting tonight.

Address is *1516 shady lane, Bedford TX, Apt #44. Tel#  *817-966-3491* @8pm May God bless you.

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A Kenyan family is raising funds to have the body of their kin repatriated back home from New York.

Elvis Savai Kiptoo,28, passed away on Saturday June 3rd 2017 in New York while on his way to work, where he was found unresponsive by the New York Police Department and the case is still under investigation.

Until his passing, Elvis was a devout student of City University of New York.

He was to Edward Kipketer Chumo, Brother to Edwin Baraza Ketter, Erick Baras Ketter Chumo,Mercy Ondisa Chumo, Dennis Kibiwott, Faith Mideva Cherono and Teresa Kasoha Chelagat.

The fund raising is aimed at helping us in the repatriation process of sending him back home to Kenya for burial. Any help accorded will be highly appreciated be it in financial, or in kind and remembering us in prayers.

Contributions can be made
On Cash App
Mabel Ilusa Kidiga
Phone: +1-917-974-7639
Email: milusaka5@gmail.com

Or Cash App
Erick Chumo 
Phone; +1-646-552-3078
Email; ketterichumo@gmail.com
Thanks in advance.

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A Kenyan family is seeking assistance in raising funds to help repatriate the body of their kin who drowned in a South Carolina river back to Kenya.

Fred Ochieng Babu, 35, passed away of June 18th after an accidental drowning in Congaree river in South Carolina.

He was swimming near the Gervais Street when he became distressed and went missing around 11am.

At the time of his drowning, Babu was with three other swimmers when they became overwhelmed by the river.

One of the swimmers was able to get to some nearby rocks while the other two were helped by a person who was nearby who noticed they were in trouble.

Babu however went underwater and was not seen again until he was retrieved by the search crew which included dive teams, boats and a helicopter.

Babu has left behind a young daughter and as you can imagine, the family is grieving right now and have a long journey ahead of them.

Their immediate need is to have his remains repatriated from Columbia, South Carolina to his final resting place in Kenya.

Funeral expenses are only the beginning for this family.

If you can, please help them at this time of need.

You can contribute through this gofundme account link..https://www.gofundme.com/fund-raiser-for-fred-babu

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A single Kenyan mum in Mombasa is furious that her church is discriminating against her son by denying him the dedication rite due to her marital status.

The woman, identified as Wanjiku cried foul when her church declined to dedicate her one and a half year old son because she is unmarried.

She says that the church informed her of the last minute cancellation letting her know that her son would not participate in the dedication ceremony.

The dedication ceremony is a symbolic rite which affirms that the parents of the children being dedicated will raise them in the Christian faith and in ways that align with the teachings of the faith.

Wanjiku says she was informed of the decision that her son had been sidelined even though she had been a faithful member of the church for four years and had even attended the dedication classes.

She says that she was called in to the church office by the pastor’s wife and was asked why she was unmarried and as to the whereabouts of the baby’s father.

She says she explained that the baby’s father was away working in Sudan and that they were planning on getting married in the near future.

However, the church refused to go ahead with the ceremony for the boy until they could talk directly to his father.

She says she was told it was wrong to get pregnant yet she served in some of the church’s ministries. She said that she was told that she should be teaching those young members how to stay moral and not getting pregnant.

Wanjiku took to Facebook to voice her frustrations but took the post down after some of the church members came down heavily on her and prompting her mum to ask her to take the post down.

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It is with profound sorrow and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Joseph Kuria Kamau a.k.a, Kamau wa Nyama of Charlie Brown, Baltimore Maryland.

He was son of the late Kamau Kanini and Rahab Njambi Kamau of Gachie, Kiambaa location, Kiambu County.

He was husband to Rahab Wairimu Kuria. Father to Rose Njambi Kuria, Kevin Kamau Kuria and Evelyne Wanjiru Kuria. He transitioned on June 24 2017.

Friends and family will be holding prayers and planning for the memorial at 7.00pm to 9.00pm from 06/28/2017 to 07/06/2017 (Excluding Saturday 07/01/2017) at: Elimu Tutoring Center, 9600 Pulaski Park Dr, Suite 115, Baltimore, MD 21220.

The family intends to rest Mr Kamau at their Home in Kenya. The family will be traveling to Kenya for the funeral.

We are reaching out to the community at large to help the family offset the financial expenses arising from Mr. Kamau Untimely departure.

All wishing to stand with the family and support them financially may forward contributions to:

• CashApp: (314) 556-3752 or $Rkuria
• GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/KamauWaNyama
• Checks Should be written to: Rose Kuria
• We will also be taking donation at Chalie Brown. Please ask for Simon or Mama Masaria.

Viewing: Vauhgn Green Funeral Home. Date and time TBD

Memorial: Sartuday July 8th 2017, strictly from 12.00pm to 3.00pm at St Mathew’s Catholic Church, 5401 Loch Raven Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21239

Funeral: Gachie, Kiambu County, Kenya, Date and time TBD

For more information, please contact:
Rose Njambi Kuria: 314-556-3752
Steve Giteri: 202-468-5131
Stephen Mwangi: 443-621-0551
Simon Munga: 443-943-4298
Jane Kahumu: 443-253-0972
Mugo Gachucha: 443-838-4802
Pastor Mugwe: 410-236-5401
Mama Masaria: 301-915-7111

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It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to Glory of Mrs. ELIZABETH NJOKI NJUGUNA on Tuesday 7/4/2017.

She was loving mom to LUCY OMOORIA and mother in-law to CYPRIAN MAKARIOS OMOORIA.

Family and friends will meet every day starting at 6:30pm for prayers and support at THE OMOORIA’S residence: 1020 RALEIGH DR, #1401, CARROLLTON, TX 75007.

A Prayer meeting and fund raising will be held on Sunday July 9th at 2pm. Your prayers and support are highly appreciated.

Please send your contributions to Cash App Kawira – $GladysNjoka
469-878-7655

Cyprian Makarios Omooria
Bank of America- 003921305726

For more information please call
Lilian- 817-705-9162
Makarios- 972-829-1194

Eternal peace grant untoc her O Lord. May perpetual light shine upon her!

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We are sad to announce the death of Name Alice Njeri Gachahi which happened in Kenya.

She passed on at the age of 104 having been born in 1913. She passed away on 7/11/2017.

She was sister to  Peter Mwaura Gakonde of Seattle WA.

She was mother to 8 Siblings among them Simon Gakonde Gachahi Boston and Stephen Kimani Gachahi WA USA. The rest are back home in Kenya.

Her burial is scheduled for Thursday 7/29/17 at Muhotetu in Nyahururu.

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