28th February, 1949 ~16th July, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the promotion to glory of Hon. Catherine Moraa Nyamato, who departed this life on 16th July, 2025, at her home in Nyansiongo, Nyamira County.
She was born in West Mugirango, Nyamira, on 28th February, 1949.
Hon. Nyamato was the beloved wife of the late John Silas Nyamato.
She was the cherished daughter of the late Alexander Onkangi Ocharo and Pauline Nyabiage.
She is survived by her loving children: Roselyn Kwenda, Maureen Nyamato (USA), Dr Ernest Nyamato, Peter Nyamato, and Judy Nyamato.
She was a respected Kenyan civil servant and politician, serving as Chief Principal Immigration Officer and later as a Member of Parliament, advocating for the welfare of Kenyans.
Her body is preserved at the Lee Funeral Home, Nairobi.
Family members and friends are meeting daily for prayers at her Kitisuru Country Homes residence (house No.1), Nyansiongo home (Kijauri) and All Saint’s Cathedral from 5.00pm.
The main fundraising will take place on Tuesday, 5th August, from5.00pm at All Saint’s Cathedral.
Friends and family members can also send their contributions directly to Dr Ernest Nyamato via Till No. 3388688 (Buy Goods)
Further details regarding the burial date will be communicated at a later date.
Psalm 23:4: “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff comfort me.”