I treasure the times we spent.. Rest at Jesus feet.

Dear Joe, how we miss you and forever you will remain alive in our hearts dear. R.I.P

Joe, time flies, I can't believe 7yrs have gone by ..
Fly with the angels.

I often think about you and wonder about the discussions we would have at this point in time. I still miss your wisdom and gentle nudges in the right direction.

I was so angry when you died. There was such battle within me. My fears, why’s, doubts were met with an eerie silence. The reality, I lost someone I loved dearly. And while the anger fades, the wishing you were here never does.
You are always in my heart and I miss you you so much. Rest in peace.

You still live on in our hearts Joe.

I think of the things you used to say
And all that you would do
At some point every single day
My thoughts will turn to you

To loose you was a bitter wrench
The pain cut to my core
I cried until my tears run out
And then I cried some more.

This wouldn't be your wish for me

Will always miss you. Rest in peace brother.

Continue resting in Peace dear brother.
All I'm left with are memories that can and will never be erased.

Still miss you my friend

Continue resting with the angels gentle giant. We miss you but we know you are in a better place. May God continue guiding your loved ones.

A special gift.just saw blue water on my memories for today.  Your laughter…Mr C smile is a gem…

Chomba you remain in our memories all the time. Your great smile, amazing sense of humour and generous heart are missed by us all. Taken too early from this earth. May your family
Carry your strength through all the years ahead

Missed.
By all.

I fondly remember you by the nickname 'Kajaw" we gave you back in Kagumo School. The time we spent together will be the lasting memories I will cherish. May the Almighty God bless the family you left behind with strength & comfort.

Missing you Uncle Joe, hope you are resting well. Love you always

Your wings were ready,
But out hearts we’re not.

I miss the sound of your laugh,
The perfectly timed joke,
And the simple lines of wisdom.

Grief never gets easier, just more familiar.
It is simply love unexpressed.

Miss you uncle Joe. Until we meet again. Love always

Missment.... Big time.

You are still in my thoughts Joe.

Brother
Today is full of memories of a brother laid to rest and every single one of them is filled with happiness.For you were someone special always such a joy to know and there was soo much pain when it was time to let you go That's why this special message is sent to heaven above for the angels to take care of you and give you all my love.

Joe you're gone, but our minds are still fresh with your beautiful smile and kind words. Joe, though your journey was shorter than ours we will still meet again when we get to the end of our journey. Joe, continue resting on the everlasting arms of our father till we meet again. RIP

Joe; it'sexactly 1 year today since you departed for heaven where you're resting and leaning on the sure, safe and everlasting arms of our father. Keep leaning till we meet you again.forever loved.

Loved

You are ever in my thoughts Joe!

Always in our thoughts brother

Miss you my dear friend...thinking of you always xx

My dear friend Joe, here's a flower for you, just to let you know you're always in my thoughts.

Rest in peace Chomba. You will be missed ...........

I have learnt of Joe's passing with grief and sorrow. Joe was my classmate at Kagumo High Sch and the last time I saw him was the last day in School way back in 1984! Even then, i recall Joe was a happy guy and great to be around. He was always giving amusing anecdotes. He is the one guy I am sure read a great number of novels and books in secondary life and he had a passion for pulp! A very amiable friend who we shall all miss. May his soul rest in Eternal Peace. May God give peace, comfort, protection to his family and strength to carry on. So long Joe...

I went to church yesterday and i remembered the last place i saw you, by the doors where we would meet from picking our kids from sunday school with a smile on your face, it's sad that you're no longer here but your spirit lives on in the several people you touched and especially Janet and Chomba. It's my prayer that the Lord will strengthen your family and the memories you shared will be a source of strength in the times ahead. Till we meet again!

My condolence and prayer go out to Joe's family and relatives. The support of family and friends is essential for healing. Ecclesiastes 7:1 states “A good name is better than oil” and the day of death, the living should take it to heart.” Joe, though young, had made a good name for himself, as many of you know, and have written. Reminisce about all the good times together, relationships forged, and even those special private times together. Above all, let God further heal your pain and give to all lasting comfort. He promise you at Isaiah 26:19 “Your dead will live, rise up, awake and shout joyfully. The earth will let those powerless in death come to life." What a wonderful hope you have to embrace Joe again! Please look forward to this promise, and let God navigate you through life with fond memories of Joe again.

I met Joe last year as our sons are best friends at Ducks. We met at the school gate, playdates, birthday parties, the park and school outings. I have only known Joe for a too short time. He was the kindest and most caring dad. I will always remember Joe as the best dad. He left too soon. I am very, very saddened by this news. My heartfelt thoughts are with Janet and Chomba and the rest of your family.

I have only just heard about your passing Joe. :'(

RIP Sir x

Psalm 23

Joe, Gone too soon...Joe, I will always be remember your great sense of humor and true friendship. May the Good Lord help us come to terms with this loss and cling on to the fond memories that we all have of Joe. Rest in peace my Brother. Heart felt condolences to your dear family.

Joe, Good old friend... Way back in High School. I am deeply saddened by this loss. I pray for peace that passes all understanding straight from up above to calm and comfort his dear family, his beloved wife and child, Mum, Alice, Beth and Anne... Till we meet again, Amen.

We really only got the know Joe slightly more last summer. Such a good laugh he was...the best way to have a memory of Joe is by this photo attached. He will always bring a smile into our life's. Love. Hugo, Julie and Anthony (Swans)

I have stared at this page for a couple of days not knowing what to say. Part of me is in denial that this is not true. Each time I have started typing I have found myself not being to stitch together something coherent. Each time I have found myself starting the few sentences with words and phrase that speak to Kajose’s as I knew him. Part of me has refused to accept.

You were a great friend Chomba, very friendly and approachable judging from the first time I met you through Janet. Jovial and lively from the number of times we hanged out in Nairobi (I will miss your laughter and sarcasm especially if I did ‘dumb’ stuff). I still remember January 2003 on the eve of your wedding and how apprehensive you were about what I was hatching…..the look of your face when the cat was finally out of the bag, priceless.

Your house in London was my stopover during my escapades. Thank you for opening your doors for me……and for coming to fetch a starry-eyed young African who after exploring London boarded the wrong train and ended up getting lost ‘a few meters from home’ in Croydon (I can still hear your laughter). I remember us in your kitchen in London on a Sunday ‘listening’ to one of your neighbours who often insisted on ‘sharing’ his choice of reggae music with the neighbourhood. I can still recall that conversation.

Witty, cheerful Chomba….. thank you for the lively company, thank you for the conversation, thank you for the memories, thank you for being a friend.

Beloved husband, dad, son, brother, friend……we shall miss you

Absolutely shocked and truly saddened to read about Joes' passing in the DUCKS newsletter today. In fact, I didn't know Joe's name, our children are in different years, but we had shared a number of conversations at different events at the school. His warmth, kindness and friendliness always made an impression and it was such a pleasure to speak with him. Our deepest sympathy and love to all his family and friends. Nilu (mum to Otis, in Kingfishers Class, DUCKS) and family x

I will miss you Joe .... Rest in peace my friend

I will always remember Joe as the most wonderful father, who spent so much time with his son, and was absolutely dedicated to him. His example with this was unforgettable, and will go on being an example to me forever.

His example will live on in the young one he loved so much, and if there was ever a place he would want to be, it would be there. As the poem says:

What candles may be held to speed them all?
Not in the hands of boys, but in their eyes
Shall shine the holy glimmers of goodbyes.
The pallor of girls' brows shall be their pall;
Their flowers the tenderness of patient minds,
And each slow dusk a drawing-down of blinds.

I'm very grateful to be yet another who will always remember Joe.

Bro Joe was a dear member of our church (NWC) a gentle man, a devoted father and husband. The picture of you holding Chomba’s hand as you walk to your car after church service is etched in my memory. Your gentle demeanour is an inspiration to all of us.

You were always there quietly supporting Sister Janet as she serves in the Children Ministry of our church. Our thought and prayers are with Sis Janet, Chomba and the entire family. We have the assurance that you are resting in the bosom of your maker and that one day we shall meet to part no more
 
‘You have fought a good fight, you have finished your course, you have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for you a crown of righteousness……’

Goodnight brother Joe…….

I will remember Uncle Joe most for his kind heart, he never failed to have a smile on his face. Always willing to give advice and constantly pushing me to achieve the best in life and in school. He never forgot a birthday and i still cherish all the birthday cards and words of encouragement sent. I am not saddened but rather joyful that he is smiling down at us in a place far beautiful than this. Rest well Uncle Joe. Love Mumbi.

Words have failed me. Rest in perfect peace Joe. My thoughts and prayers are with Janet and the family.

It is with deep sadness to learn that Jo is no more with us, having known and worked with him for 6 years when he moved to the UK. He was a very meticulous in his work and worked with dedication and love for Kenya. Remember him as always with a smile and full of energy

He will be missed and we pray for this soul to rest in peace

Deepest condolences to Janet and rest of the family and friends and we will continue remember Chomba for all the laughter and fun times we have had and shared at Alpha

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 stuff, they comfort me. Psams 23:4. Joe in tears we saw you struggle and watched you fly away even though you fought so hard. Our hearts are broken.psams 139:16 Death leaves a heart ache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. I remember our conversation in Dec. 2013 when we met at Kiamwathi to bid my mom or your grandma a farewell. Little did I know that a time like this you'll pick up your wings and fly away. It's so sad to imagine I will never see you again till we meet In heaven. Joe you've fought a good fight, you've finished your course and you've kept your faith. Still loved, still missed n held so dear. RIP

Words fail me...from the moment I met Joe through Janet, the warmth has never left. The selfless giving and ready to help with safaris and not to mention flying in from Mombasa on my wedding day to be one of our chauffeurs. The wisdom and knowledge during the dinners that we a tradition whenever the family visited from UK will always be dear to me and my family.

To Janet and Chomba, may God be with you and comfort you now and forever more. A loving and wonderful husband to Janet. What a true example of what a father is and should be. .

It is well.

We had fun and good times in Mombasa...will always remmember and cherish those days...RIP...

In memory of a special brother, the only brother I had, you have gone too soon and only God knows why. A million times I will miss you, a million times I will cry. In my heart you hold a place, no one else can fill. You have taken a part of me with you. We will meet again someday, I know in a better place. Rest in peace dear brother.

Dear Joe, so saddened to learn of your sudden departure from this world, I remember fondly our time together as kids when we were neighbours near Nairobi Primary in the late 70s. Hopefully we will meet again in heaven. May God rest your soul in eternal peace and console and strengthen your wife and son during this mournful time.
blessings,

I did not know Jo that well but i remember that he always had a smile on his face, he seemed to be so happy go lucky. cannot believe he has left this world. my condolences to all his family members.