President William Ruto led national condolences after Joseph Nduati Kamachu, father of nominated Senator Veronica Maina, died on Saturday, 24 October 2026.

Ruto posted a tribute on his Facebook page on 28 October, describing Kamachu as a devoted family man, staunch Christian and accomplished entrepreneur whose influence would endure for generations.

Senator Veronica Maina thanked God for the 93 years she shared with her father and called him a towering patriarch, mentor and closest friend.

Kamachu, described as an astute entrepreneur and respected community leader, is survived by two wives, Nelia Wambui and Magdalene Wangui, together with numerous children and grandchildren.

Memorial services are scheduled at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi from 27 to 29 October, each evening at 6 pm, with additional requiem masses at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Kanyenyaini on 28 October and St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Murang’a Town on 29 October.

The burial will take place on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at Nyagatugu Farm in Kangema Constituency, Murang’a County, and the family selected the biblical verse 2 Timothy 4:7 to honour his memory.