To my grandma, my role model, my namesake, my forever angel
Grandma, saying goodbye to you is one of the hardest things I have had to do. You were so much more than a grandmother to me. You played a huge role in raising me, nurturing me, and shaping the person I am today. Many of the values I hold dear and the lessons that guide me were learned through you.
You were my role model, a woman I admired and looked up to. Being named after you has always been an honour, and I promise to carry that name with the pride and dignity it deserves. I am endlessly grateful to have been raised under the warmth of your care.
Some of my absolute favourite memories of my childhood live right in your kitchen. I can still picture us sitting there together at night, warm and safe, looking up toward the sky through the open window of our small smoky kitchen. Whenever a plane flew overhead, you would point up and tell me with such wonder that it was flying off to far-off places like Uturuki and Kosovo. I kept wondering which country Uturuki was, and later came to learn it is Turkey, famous for the classy outfits people import. In those quiet moments beside you, the whole world felt wide open and full of magic. You taught me how to dream just by watching the sky with you.
I wish I could have a little more time with you: one more conversation, one more hug, one more moment to tell you how much you mean to me. But I find comfort in knowing that your love and influence will remain a part of me forever.
Thank you for the role you played in my life, for the memories, and for the person you helped me become.
Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, and your legacy will live on through me. Rest peacefully, Grandma. I will forever be proud to be your namesake. ♥
Miriam Wambũi RĩũngeGranddaughter and namesake
Rest well, my dear grandma
Today, I honour the life of my beloved grandmother, a woman whose love, kindness and wisdom shaped our lives. She was, and always will be, the heart of our family. Her presence brought comfort and her love brought us together. I will forever treasure every word of wisdom, every prayer and every moment we shared. Her faith in Christ was unmatched, and I know that heaven is glad to have gained an angel.
The wonderful memories are treasures that time can never erase. I will really miss the days I would come to visit you. The distance never felt long, even when I had to walk, because getting to you was always worth it. The simple moments spent in your company will remain in my heart forever. I wish I could have just one more visit.
Though my heart is heavy with grief, I find comfort in knowing that those we love don't go away; they walk beside us every day. Unheard, unseen, cherished and very dear. Rest well, my dear grandma.
Rose KinuthiaWith lots of love, your granddaughter
Dear Shosh
You were an essential part of our lives and childhoods. You were always there keeping an eye, or both, on us as we ran around the compound and played with each other. We are thankful for all the time we spent together. Even though we could not understand each other because of the language barrier, you always found a way to make us laugh. We have fond memories of you letting us scoop your Nesquik from the jar and eat it as you watched, amused.
As your soul departs on a new journey, we sit here and fondly remember your laughter and friendliness. We hope that God gives you peace and that you have a great reunion with Guka. We will never forget you.
Aimee, Wambũi & Rĩũnge KabuthiaYour loving grandchildren
Until we are reunited in love and hope
It truly is a shame that we live in a world with sunsets. That part of saying hello, saying "Baby, this is your grandma, say hi," also comes with "Mama, your shosho is no longer with us; she transitioned in her sleep." But take heart, she has only returned to the great beyond, where it is blissful and peaceful, where respite is bestowed from life's chaos and storms, and laughter and hugs become the norm.
We are truly grateful, dear Shosh, for everything you are and have done for us. Your kindness and love for everything right and just, much like a fond memory, will live on in our moms and dads, passed on to us, your grandbabies. We are grateful for your prayers, which, along with your resilience and grit that are now a part of us, are keeping us afloat in these particularly terrible times. We will miss you dearly, and we'll hang in there until we are reunited in love and hope.
Meanwhile, I'll try not to waste the rainwater in your tanks, and keep warm with hot tea and a blanket for you.
Martha Wanjirũ NderituGranddaughter
May perpetual light shine upon you
It's with deep sorrow and humble acceptance that you're gone to be with your Maker. It's Him who gave you to us, and unto Him you've returned. We will weep not, but rather find strength in what is left behind. The lingering memories of your heartfelt stories and laughter when I was a tiny boy will keep jabbering in me throughout my life.
In the Almighty God's hands, may you rest with the angels in heaven, and may perpetual light shine upon you. Amen.
Ian NderituGrandson
