It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend Hero Joas Abuga Mogeni, who rested on Monday, 4th November 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Born in 1948, the late Joas Abuga Mogeni served with distinction at Sony Sugar Company, where he was admired for his diligence, mentorship, and unwavering integrity.
Since 2014, he fought cancer with remarkable faith and resilience.
Over the past three months, he had been in and out of hospital, remaining a source of strength and inspiration to his family until his peaceful passing.
He was a loving father of Mogeni, Nelson, Halima, Adams, Sophy and Moha; A devoted grandfather of Quipan, Steven, Kwambi, Riaz, Ridhwaana, Ian, Erin, Joas, Jamil, Aziel, John Roberts, Junior and Nesh.
Brother of the late Samuel Gekara, the late Arita, the late Onyancha, Masira and the late Mary, the late Stephen Ongenyo, the late Ombachi, Gesora, Mageto, Nyangeri and Pastor Mogeni.
He was a cherished uncle of Senator Okong’o Omogeni, Dauglas, Young, Jayne, Emily, Dr.Arita, Kennedy, Migiro,Vincent, Gilbert, Masi, Clive, Mimi, Fridah, Flora, Matthew, Moffat, Sarah, Kidonye, Shiro, Morara, Electin among others.
Brother-in-law of Rose, Lucy, Oganga, Jeriah, James and Truphena; Father-in-law of Ezinah, Ummi, Joel, Agnes and Sophlyne.
The late Joas will be remembered for his ever-cheerful spirit, humility, generosity, and a life devoted to family, faith and community.
His wisdom, laughter and kindness will forever remain etched in our hearts.
Daily meetings are being held virtually. Main fundraising will be held on Tuesday 11th November 2025 at Maxwell SDA Church. Starting 5.00 pm.
The cortege leaves Lee Funeral Home on Thursday 13th November 2025 for burial at his home in Bosamaro- Gesiaga, Nyamira County on Friday 14th November 2025.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7
May his soul rest in eternal peace