Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.” (Revelation 14:13)
Obituary
On September 7th, 2024, a light went out when our dear Sarah Christine Nanyunja Zziwa Miwanda rested from her labors at Lister Hospital, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. She was a devout Catholic, a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother. sister and Auntie.
Sarah was born in the United Kingdom to Mrs. Christine Kabugo and the late E.W Kiggundu on the 14th of June 1962. She went to school at Namasagali College and attended Makerere University where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree. She went on to work with Barclays Bank Uganda where she met and married Richard Zziwa-Miwanda on 15th April 1989. She also worked at Citibank Uganda. Sarah was mother to Dorothy, Dan and Daudi Zziwa and grandmother to Aldrine.
Though death has robbed us of Sarah's physical presence, she lives on forever in our hearts and in the memories of the times we shared. As we prepare to say our final goodbyes to Sarah, please join us in celebrating her life by sharing memories and condolences under the Memory Wall section of this page or photos under the Gallery section.
Details on vigil and burial arrangements can be found under the Funeral arrangements section.
Financial Support
Dear Family, Friends and Supporters,
We extend our deepest gratitude for your moral and financial support during this challenging time. For contributions, these are the ONLY UPDATED and OFFICIAL channels.
UK Bank Account Details:
Bank: Barclays Bank
Account holder name: B B Nantumbwe
Account number: 93933652
Sort code: 20-90-08
Mobile Money Details:
Provider: MTN
Name: Maria Angelina Namakula Nalukwago
Number: +256 755 677040
Go Fund Me Page Details:
Link: https://gofund.me/46941726
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that even when you're gone, you are still keeping us all going, knowing that you would tell us to
carry on and stay strong
My dear Sarah, you will never be truly gone because you remain alive in our hearts. Memories of you will always be cherished and will keep you close always. Till we meet again big sister, rest in eternal peace.
I have always admired you, from the time I was a child, watching in awe as you won swimming competitions with ease at university, excelled academically, and became the first among us cousins to graduate. Your radiant smile, always present, brought joy, fun, and laughter to everyone around you.
My kids and I really enjoyed having you stay with us for a week two Christmases ago. Your legacy of steadfastness, hard work, honesty, faith, and reliability will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know you. I will miss you always. We will carry your love with us, for love never dies.
On 24th February 1991, I had Kwanjula of now my wife. We run short of the money to buy a Gomesi to put in a suitcase. Sarah lent me a Gomesi which I returned after the kwanjula. It was an extraordinary sign of kindness and friendship. I will add another $2,000 on Monday towards her body’s repatriation.
May her soul rest in perfect eternity
Being Angie' sister from another mother,I automatically became Sarah's little sister! She never discriminated me and always treated me more like like Angie.
Sarah's presence always brought joy,laughter and warmth into everyone around her.Her memory will continue to do so.
We interacted longer and closely each time Angela would be admitted in hospital while giving birth to the gorgeous "Ofwono boys".We would talk for hours in the hospital room,snacking, waiting for Angie or baby be brought from the labour ward.My fondest memories is when she would serve me food,snacks and delicacies so sweetly like a VIP and then do dishes with ease.
Sarah was so loving ,had unwavering strength and was incredibly caring.While out of Uganda, she always took it upon herself to appreciated me inbox for attending all Angie's small home kids' parties. Omce when her mom was admitted she still sent a message thanking me for being with Angie to tend to mom....uhmm...She had a way of making everyone feel special and valued indiscriminately.
Around Sarah I felt Iam real blood family.Whether it was through her thoughtful words,her acts of care ,or simply her presence, Sarah touched many lives and made a positive impact on everyone she met.
She would lecture me about life, investments and relationships.She always said..."_Nalunga this_...." _Nalunga that_...."
Sarah was always there to listen to my many stories ,jokes and laugh with me....always eager to offer advice. I missed Sarah when she left Uganda. Interestingly, she could view my daily updates on the WhatsApp status and always comment.On a lighter note, Sarah once on awhile always reminded me inbox that " *_ *Nalunga... banaye do your level best and help Dorah strategically network_* , *_Nalunga banaye help muwala wo get a decent man_*_ She would WhatsApp text...*" _Nalunga, muwala wo mukebereko_*_".....*tomwerabira..mubuuzeko watuuse ku nsonga eri."* .hehehehe....Hopeful we will execute that assignment.
Needless to say ,Sarah's encouragement gave me the confidence to pursue my dreams and to believe in myself.
Her many life stories of resilience taught me the importance of staying strong in the face of adversity and always looking for the silver lining.
As I eulogise Sarah,I am filled with gratitude for the few times we had together.While I wish we could have more,I am comforted by the lessons she taught me.
FAREWELL THEE SARAH.
DR.JOYCE NALUNGA BIRIMUMAASO
Agu, Daudi, CJ, Gigi and Oya Kasujja
Sarah nga tutegeka okusibula nawe tukukwasa Mukama oyo ali okuzukira n’obulamu. Rest in peace dear sis you remain forever in our hearts.