1 9 4 8 2 0 6 2 ~ Designed and Printed at Winnks Cyber, KK Bld,1st Floor, Rm 103 - Gilgil. 0748 03 03 75 / 0710 33 86 00 IN LOVING MEMORY OF MERCY NKATHA CHARLES 2 ND JAN 13 TH FEB “In peace I will Lie down and sleep for you alone Lord Make me dwell in safety.” Program Time Event 9:30Am Arrival of mourners 10:00 Am Speeches & Tributes Welcome speech Family Representative Neighbour Friends Representative from NGAO Representative from NYS Vote of Thanks 11:30 Am Arrival of the Priest 11:35 Am Holy Mass Eulogy & Tribute Vote of Thanks 2:00 Pm Burial Rites NIMEVIPIGA VITA Nimevipiga vita, nimevipiga vita vilivyo vizuri ×2 Mwendo - mwendo nimeumaliza Mwendo - imani nimeilinda Mwendo nimeumaliza, imani nimeilinda ×2 Baada ya hayo nimewekewa taji, Nimewekewa taji, taji ya ahadi Sasa namiminwa, nao wakati wangu Wa kufariki kwangu, nao umefika Ataniokoa na kila neno baya Hadi niufikie ufalme wa mbingu Nami nitaishi kwake Baba milele Tena nikimwimbia Mungu aleluya Bwana u sehemu yangu, Rafiki yangu, wewe, Katika safari yangu, Tatembea na wewe Pamoja na wewe, Pamoja na wewe, Katika safari yangu, Tatembea na wewe Mali hapa sikutaka, Ili niheshimiwe, Na yanikute mashaka, Sawasawa na wewe Pamoja na wewe, Pamoja na wewe, Heri nikute mashaka, Sawasawa na wewe Niongoze safarini, Mbele unichukue, Mlangoni mwa mbinguni, Niingie na wewe. Pamoja na wewe, Pamoja na wewe, BWANA U SEHEMU YANGU EULOGY OF THE LATE MERCY NKATHA CHARLES BIRTH The late Mercy Nkatha Charles was born on 2nd January 1984 in Nkumari Village, Kandang'u Sub - location, Muthambi Division, Maara District, Meru County. She was born to Mr. Charles Miriti and Albina Karimi. Mercy grew up alongside her siblings: Fridah Wambui Miriti, Timothy Miriti, Newton Miriti, and Rosah Miriti. As she grew, she became a loving aunt to Batricia Muthoni, Yvonne Makena, Natusha Mwende, and many others. She was also a dear cousin to Pamella, Kagoni, Lydia, Joaninah, Wangui, Kathambi, Shaggy, Agatab, Paul, Kimi, Ken, Ngugi, Asuntah, Karembo, Kerith, Gichigiri, and many others. EDUCATION Mercy began her education journey at Mumbuni Primary School from 1989 to 1997. During these early years, she demonstrated determination and discipline in her studies. She later joined Ngaita Girls Secondary School from 1998 to 2001, where she continued to grow both academically and socially. In 2005, she joined Gilgil Paramilitary Academy, where she trained from 2005 to 2006, contributing to nation - building and strengthening her sense of responsibility and patriotism. Her desire to improve herself led her to Yatta School of Agriculture from 2006 to 2008, where she graduated in General Agriculture. Mercy believed deeply in hard work and self - development. To her,education was the bedrock upon which her character was built. CHURCH Mercy was a devoted Christian and a faithful member of the Catholic Church. She was baptized in 1996 at Utange Parish, marking the beginning of her spiritual journey. Throughout her life, she remained active in church activities. She was a member of the Catholic Women Association (CWA), participated in Y.C.S, and served faithfully in the choir at CKE MARRIAGE In the year 2009, Mercy entered into matrimony with Richard Daniel Odongo. Together they built a home founded on love, respect, and understanding. Their union was blessed with a son, Rawlins Ochwada Richard, who was the joy and pride of her life. Through marriage, she became a daughter - in - law to Jared Ochwada and the late Teresa Oduor Ochwamo. She was a loving sister - in - law to Caroline, Alice, John, Lilian, Brenda, Isayah, Moses, Jackie, and Adeti. Mercy embraced her extended family wholeheartedly and treated everyone with warmth and kindness. She was also an aunt to Mitchelle, Mugubi’s, Andara’s, Nyakiti’s, Newton’s, Isayah’s, Ryan Ochuada, Piddi’s. ILLNESS In the year 2009, Mercy entered into matrimony with Richard Daniel Odongo. Together they built a home founded In October 2025, Mercy began experiencing health challenges and sought medical attention at Kambune NTS Health Center. She later received treatment at Oasis Health Care Center and St. Joseph Mission Hospital as her condition required further attention. She was later referred to Nakuru Level 5 General Hospital (Provincial), Nairobi Women Hospital Naivasha, and finally Naivasha Sub - County Referral Hospital on 13th February 2026. LAST WORDS Mercy was a good spiritual child who always wanted her family to live in peace and togetherness. She believed strongly in unity and love among relatives and friends. The world is indeed a sadder place without Mercy in our lives. She touched each and every one of us in a special way and has left us with memories that we will cherish forever. May her soul rest in eternal peace. “In peace I will Lie down and sleep for you alone Lord Make me dwell in safety.” May She rest in Eternal peace To My Dearest Wife My dearest wife, thinking of you often, missing you always and loving you forever. Two things I believe changed my life forever; loving you and grieving your loss. You are never out of my heart and thoughts. Not even death can steal the love I felt for you. I know that someday we will be together again. Until then, you are in my heart forever. Rest in Peace my Wife To my Amazing mum Dear mum Thank you for the love and wisdom that continue to shape me. You may be gone from my sight, but never from my heart. I will forever treasure your strength and the beautiful memories you gave me. No words can express how deeply I miss you mum. Your presence still wraps around me in quiet moments. Our bond is eternal, unbroken by time, untouched by distance. Rest in Peace mum. To Our wonderful inlaw Our sister in law, your passing has left us shocked and heartbroken. You were one of the brightest souls in our family, always smiling and bringing joy. You were more than a sister - in - law. We will miss you beyond measure until we meet again. R.I.P. Rest in Peace inlaw. From Niece & Nephews Dear Auntie Mercy, I’m glad you’re not in pain anymore. You experienced a lot of pain auntie. I will miss you and we hope you are having a wonderful time up in heaven dancing with angels. We love you so much and we never got to say goodbye to you auntie, but you are still in our hearts forever and it’s really unbelievable that you are no more. We wish we could have gotten more time to stay with you for one more day but God said it’s time for you to go. You showed us love and my family too. I remem- ber all the good things you have done for me Yvonne; you paid many fees until I got my secondary certificate. You played a role that my mum had to play but she wasn’t there. It was many, not that it was just that one. The world seems to be a little smaller now that you have gone. We are going to miss our talks and your face and also your food too with that amazing taste. You have left our cousin Rawlins Ochwada and many of us behind. May Almighty God protect our beloved cousin Rawlins Ochuada. Rest in peace. You are in a better place where you are with God. We love you auntie. May your soul rest in eternal peace. Rest in Peace Auntie. From Brothers / Sisters / Mum / Dad (Family) Until we meet again. A light from our life has gone. A voice we loved is still. A place is vacant within our heart which never can be filled. A bouquet of beautiful memories sprayed with a million tears. We wish that God could have spared you for just a few more years. We’ll hold you close within our heart and there you’ll remain, To walk with us throughout our life until we meet again. So rest in peace our dear loved sister Mercy, And thanks for all you’ve done. We pray that God has given you the crown you’ve truly won. Your vacant place no one can fill. We will miss you Mercy now and always will.