It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mzee John Collins Omondi Tuju (formerly of the National Youth Service), on 11th September 2025, while receiving treatment at Ngiya Diocese Health Centre, Siaya County.
Mzee John Omondi, born 9th January 1960, to the late Mzee Stephen Tuju and Mama Esther Adhiambo, served the nation with distinction in the National Youth Service, rising to the position of Commanding Officer until his retirement in Lambwe, Homa Bay County.
He was the beloved husband of Jacqueline Tuju, cherished father of Michael Tuju and Steve Tuju, and brother of the late Shem Odegi, the late Edward Oduor, the late Benter Akinyi, the late Mary Aluoch, the late Peter Owino, the late Barack Otieno, the late Elkanah Ogutu, and Hellen Auma.
The cortege leaves Bama Hospital Siaya on Friday, 26th September 2025, at 3:00 p.m. for a service at ACK Wagwer Church, followed by burial on Saturday, 27th September 2025, at his home in Gem-Ahono Ngiya, Siaya County.
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me” – Psalm 23:4