NYERI, Kenya — Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is mourning the death of his elder sister, Eunice Nyangari Gachagua, who died in Naro Moru, Nyeri County, aged 77.
In a condolence message issued on Friday, November 6, Gachagua announced that Nyangari had passed away on Thursday, November 5, describing her death as a major loss to the family.
He said Nyangari had played a central role in keeping the family together, taking on a motherly responsibility following the death of their mother, Martha Kirigo Gachagua, seven years ago.
“The late Eunice has been the mother figure in our family since the demise of our mother seven years ago,” Gachagua said.
He described his sister as a source of guidance, emotional support and wisdom whose presence had been important to her siblings and other relatives.
Gachagua also extended his condolences to Nyangari’s immediate family, including her daughter, Waithera, son, Murimi, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He further conveyed his sympathies to members of the wider Reriani family as they come to terms with the loss.
Gachagua celebrates sister’s 77 years
The former Deputy President remembered Nyangari as a warm, cheerful and happy person whose presence brought joy to those around her.
He expressed gratitude for her life, saying the family would miss her counsel, affection and the memories they shared.
“We thank God for the 77 years she lived happily here on earth. We will deeply miss her wise counsel, warmth and the precious moments we shared,” he stated.
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Gachagua also prayed for her soul to rest in peace, asking that perpetual light shine upon her.
According to the former Deputy President, Nyangari was the firstborn child of the late Mzee Nahashon Gachagua Reriani and Martha Kirigo Gachagua.
Her death marks another loss for the family, particularly for her siblings, who had looked to her for maternal guidance since their mother’s passing.
Gachagua’s tribute underscored the important role she played in the family and the personal impact of her death on those closest to her.
