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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka on Saturday led a delegation of leaders to condole with the family of the late politician J.M. Kariuki following the passing of his widow, Terry Wanjiru Kariuki.
The leaders joined relatives and friends at the Kariuki family home in Kilimani, Nairobi, to offer their sympathies.
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In a message shared on X, Gachagua described the late Terry as a resilient woman who upheld the ideals and values of her late husband, the outspoken legislator and social justice advocate J.M. Kariuki, who was assassinated in 1975.
“To the family of the late J.M. Kariuki, we mourn with you the loss of your matriarch, Terry Wanjiru Kariuki. My deepest condolences to you during this difficult time. I pray for peace and strength,” Gachagua stated.
He further noted that JM Kariuki’s philosophy of justice and equality remains relevant today, urging Kenyans never to forget the struggles and sacrifices of those who stood for truth and fairness.
“We shall never forget the atrocities faced by those who fought for justice. We celebrate Terry for her strength and dedication in keeping JM’s legacy alive,” he added.
Terry Wanjiru passed away on October 30 while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital. A memorial service in her honour was held Friday at the family residence.
Among those who attended the condolence visit were former CS Sicily Kariuki, ex-MP Maina Kamanda, and several leaders from the Mt. Kenya region.
In a heartfelt tribute, the Kariuki family described Terry as more than just the wife of a national hero, calling her “a light in her own right.”
“She carried herself with quiet strength and deep compassion. Through years of joy and hardship, she held her family and community together with unwavering love,” the family said.
They added that her life reflected courage, resilience, and faith—qualities that helped preserve JM Kariuki’s enduring legacy.
Terry will be laid to rest on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the family’s Gilgil farm in Nakuru County.
JM Kariuki’s political journey began in 1946 after attending a rally where Jomo Kenyatta condemned the injustices of British colonial rule against native Kenyans.
