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Last Wish of Kenyan Who Died While Visiting Family in USA

The family of Margaret Wambui Githara, 43, has announced her untimely passing on June 15, 2024, following a short illness while visiting her family in the USA.

A memorial service will be held simultaneously at her home in Ndeiya and in Kansas, USA, on Friday, June 21, 2024.

In accordance with her final wishes, Margaret will be cremated in a private ceremony in Kansas where she passed away.

Her family honors this personal decision as a testament to her wishes and the love she had for her family.

Family of Margaret Wambui

According to her obituary, Margaret Wambui Githara was a cherished daughter, wife, and mother.

She was the daughter of Peter Githara Njoroge and Jane Wangari Githara of Ndeiya, Limuru, Kiambu County.

Kansas, USA cemetery. Photo/Courtesy
Kansas, USA cemetery. Photo/Courtesy

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According to the obituary, her passing has left a profound void in the lives of those who knew and loved her.

Margaret is survived by her husband, Kamau Mugo, the former Chief of Staff for Nairobi County, and their loving children, Cynthia Kamau and Emmanuel Mugo Kamau.

She was a sister to Nancy Githara of The Monarch School, Mercy Githara of the USA, Grace Githara, and Tom Githara.

Cremation Culture

Over the years, wealthy and prominent politicians, church leaders and sports personalities have chosen cremation, some against the will of their relatives and clans.

For instance, former Head of Civil Service Jeremiah Kiereini was cremated in March 2019 at a private family function.

Former chairperson of the Maendeleo ya Wanawake Organization, the late Jane Kiano was also cremated on October 27, 2018 at the Kariokor crematorium two days after her death.


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Pro-democracy icon Kenneth Matiba was also cremated in April 2018 at the Lang’ata crematorium with Nobel laureate Wangari Maathai also featuring in the list of Kenyans who chose the cremation way back in 2011 in a private ceremony at the Kariokor crematorium.

Heartwarming Message

The family expresses their gratitude for the support and condolences received during this difficult time.

They request privacy as they fulfill Margaret’s final wish and come to terms with their loss.

“In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you will remain forever. Amen,” the obituary read.

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Family - A Body being cremated. Photo/Courtesy
A Body being cremated. Photo/Courtesy

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