Moses Njoroge Ngeruro

Moses was born in 1947 in Kaharo Village, Gathaithi Sub-location, Kaharo, Murang’a County, Kenya. He was the beloved son of the late Joseph Ngeruro and the late Gladys Wanjiku Ngeruro, brother to late Elizabeth Waithera, late Wilfred Wairegi,Esther Mugure, Ruth Munjiru, James Kamau, Johnson Gakinya, Daniel Kuria and Andrew Muchunu.

Moses was raised by both his parents together with his brothers and sisters in a family that valued respect, unity, responsibility, and hard work. Like many children of his time, Moses helped his parents with work on the family farm. These early years taught him patience, strength, and the importance of completing every duty placed before him.

In 1957, Moses began his education at Gathaithi Lower Primary School. In 1961 he moved to Nyandarua, where his father was working as principal, and continued with his studies there.

His Christian faith also began during his early years. Moses attended ACK Mariaini Parish, where he was baptized and later confirmed. His faith remained an important part of his life and gave him strength through the many changes and challenges he faced. In 1970 he attended Maseno Bible school, after bible school he joined Full gospel church in Nyandarua started preaching as a pastor planting multiple branches of full gospel churches in Nyandarua area .

He was working at Shamata dairy society as an accountant. Later he relocated to Wiyumiririe where he continued ministering at the Full gospel church until he moved to Nairobi where he worked at Kenya Commercial Bank. Then started doing business in Taita Taveta until he relocated to the USA.

In 1970, he married his beloved wife, Mary Wambui. They shared 55 wonderful years of marriage and were blessed with seven children: Margaret Wanjiku, the late Joseph Mwangi, Reuben Kariuki, Peris Wairimu, late Elizabeth Waithera, Ruth Wanjira, and Daniel Wairegi.

He was a loving father-in-law to Peter Muchiri, David Njoroge, Betty Tadesse, and Stella Mugo. He was also a proud grandfather to 15 grandchildren, Samuel Mwangi, Joseph Kibicho, Shalom Njau, Moses Kariuki, Moses Kibicho, Ian Kariuki, Sharon Njoroge ,Mary Kariuki, Jane Kibicho, Shakina Njau, Darius Njoroge, Caleb Wairegi, Eden Wairegi, and Malaika Njoroge and a great-grandfather to four great-grandchildren.

Moses was a kind of father who truly wanted his children and grandchildren to do better than he had done. He wanted them to receive more education, find greater opportunities, achieve more, and go farther in life. He did not compete with his children. Their success brought him pride and joy. That is one of the greatest forms of a father’s love. A true father works and makes sacrifices so that his children can have a better future. He opens the door and hopes that they will travel even farther than he did. Moses showed love not only through words but also through his actions. His love could be seen in his hard work. It could be seen in the sacrifices he made.It could be seen in the care he gave to others. It could be seen in the discipline he taught his children. It could be seen in his desire for his family to grow, succeed, and remain united.

Moses did not believe in giving up when life became difficult. He believed in staying focused, doing what was right, and continuing to move forward. Seeking new opportunities, he migrated to the United States and first settled in Wellesley, Massachusetts.

Through discipline and hard work, Moses continued to build his life. He later moved to Worcester, Massachusetts, where he lived and worked for many years. In 2022, after many years in Massachusetts, he moved across the country to Portland, Oregon, which became the final home in his life's journey.

The journey of Moses Njoroge Ngeruro was remarkable, guided by faith and a deep desire to know God more and more. Each stage of his life reflected his courage, perseverance, and willingness to begin again.

Moses began experiencing health challenges in October 2025 and received care from several specialists. On May 20, 2026, he became seriously ill and was rushed to Providence Portland Medical Center, where he was admitted to the intensive care unit.

Moses remained hospitalized for 45 days and was transferred to the intensive care unit four times as his condition fluctuated. At one point, his health improved enough for a discharge plan to be arranged. Sadly, on the day he was scheduled to leave the hospital, his condition worsened, requiring him to return to intensive care.

Throughout his hospitalization, Moses was surrounded by the love and support of his family and many friends, who visited him faithfully each day. Despite extensive treatment and a brief transfer to a regular hospital floor, his condition continued to fluctuate. On July 7, 2026, Moses peacefully transitioned to glory.

Moses Njoroge Ngeruro’s life stands as a testament to the idea that one's origins do not dictate their potential. While his physical presence is lost, his story, name, and moral legacy remain firmly embedded within his family, ensuring he is remembered as a devoted son, brother, and father.

Moses will always be in our heart as family.

May your souls rest in eternal peace.

Rest Peacefully dad you will forever Remain in our heart.