The Former Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua, has joined the family of Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa in mourning the loss of their mother, Lucia Wangui Thang’wa.

The DCP Party leader described the deceased as a woman who lived a life worth emulation through her Christian life and Societal support.

“I condoled with the family of Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa today at their home in Ruiru following the passing of Lucia Wangui Thang’wa,” Gachagua said.

Taking to his official X account on Thursday, March 12, 2026, Gachagua, while mourning Lucia Wangui, praised her for her kindness, which he said touched many lives.

“Mama Lucia lived a life worth emulation; a family life, a Christian life and a life of societal support. Through her kind deeds, she touched many lives,” Gachagua added.

“To the family of Senator Thang’wa and your siblings, please accept my deepest sympathies and those of my family. I pray for strength during this difficult moment to you and your loved ones,” Gachagua said.

“May the Almighty God rest the Soul of Mama Lucia in eternal rest and may her grant her peace,” he added.

Death and burial

Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang’wa announced the death of his mother, Lucia Wangui Thang’wa, also known to many as Nyina wa Martin.

In a tribute on Thursday, March 5, Thang’wa reflected on the challenges his mother faced in her later years and the strength he drew from her despite her illness.

“For many years, my mother battled dementia. I am not even sure she ever got to know that I was elected Senator for Kiambu. But every time I saw her, sat with her, or spoke to her, I found strength to keep going,” he said.

Thang’wa also remembered her as the pillar of the family who helped raise their large household with love and discipline.

“She may not have remembered many things in her final years, but to us she remained the strong matriarch who, together with our late father, raised thirteen children with love, sacrifice, and discipline,” he added.

According to the Kiambu Senator, Mama Lucia will be laid to rest on Monday, March 16, 2026, at their home in Mitahato.