Kenyan Family in Baltimore Appeals for Support Following the Passing of Baby Briella Gachuhi
The Kenyan community in the United States is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 2-month-old Baby Briella Gachuhi, who passed away at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, on October 11, 2023, following a short illness.
Baby Briella was the beloved daughter of Maureen Shiko Kamau and Titus Gachuhi of Baltimore, Maryland. She was also the cherished younger sister of Bravin Gangu, and her passing has left her family, relatives, friends, and the wider Kenyan diaspora community devastated.
As the family comes to terms with this unimaginable loss, members of the Kenyan community have come together to offer prayers, emotional support, and assistance with funeral preparations.
Prayer Meetings and Family Support
Friends and well-wishers are gathering daily for prayers and funeral planning at:
5925 Daywalt Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
Prayer meetings are scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on the following dates:
- Friday, October 13, 2023
- Sunday, October 15, 2023
- Tuesday, October 17, 2023
- Wednesday, October 18, 2023
- Thursday, October 19, 2023
- Friday, October 20, 2023
The family welcomes everyone who wishes to stand with them during this difficult season.
Funeral Service and Burial
Family, friends, and members of the Kenyan diaspora are invited to attend the funeral service honoring the life of Baby Briella.
Funeral Service
- Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023
- Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Venue:
- LifeSource International Church
7000 Rossville Boulevard
Rosedale, Maryland 21237
Following the church service, Baby Briella will be laid to rest at:
- Gardens of Faith Memorial Gardens
5598 Trumps Mill Road
Rosedale, Maryland 21206
Family Appeals for Financial Support
The family is facing funeral and related expenses estimated at $15,000 and is appealing to friends, relatives, and compassionate well-wishers for financial assistance during this difficult time.
Those wishing to support the family may contribute through the following channels:
- CashApp: $josephnjiri
- Phone: 410-963-2134
- Zelle: Mary Kiriro
- Phone: 443-410-1766
Every contribution, regardless of the amount, will help ease the financial burden on the grieving family.
Contacts for More Information
For additional information or to offer support, please contact:
- Karanja Mwaura: 410-409-9340
- Julie Weche: 410-303-3335
- Muthungu Chege: 443-473-5489
- Pastor Mugweh: 410-236-5401
- A Community United in Grief
The loss of a child is one of life’s most painful experiences. During moments like these, the strength of the Kenyan diaspora community is demonstrated through compassion, prayer, generosity, and standing together with families facing unimaginable heartbreak.
As Baby Briella Gachuhi is remembered with love, may her family find comfort in the overwhelming support of relatives, friends, and the community that continues to surround them with prayers.
Diaspora Messenger extends its heartfelt condolences to Maureen Shiko Kamau, Titus Gachuhi, their family, and all those mourning the loss of Baby Briella. May her soul rest in eternal peace.
