Who We Are
About Ume Funeral Home
A family-founded, community-rooted funeral home built on trust, compassion, and over two decades of dedicated service to Kenyan families.
Our Story
Born from a Calling to Serve
Ume Funeral Home was founded over 20 years ago by Samuel Ume after he witnessed firsthand how a lack of professional, compassionate funeral services left families feeling lost and unsupported in their darkest moments.
What started as a vision to fill that gap has grown into a full-service funeral home known across Kenya for its dignity, transparency, and heartfelt commitment to every family it serves. Today, our team of trained professionals handles every detail — from the first phone call to the final farewell — so that families can focus on what truly matters: being together.
We are proud to serve all communities, faiths, and traditions across the country, offering a broad range of services tailored to each family's wishes and needs.
Our Mission
To provide dignified, compassionate, and affordable funeral services that honor the lives of the deceased while supporting and comforting their families through every step of the process.
Our Vision
To be Kenya's most trusted and compassionate funeral service provider — a beacon of care and dignity for every community we serve, setting the gold standard for excellence in funeral services across East Africa.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Compassion First
We approach every family with genuine empathy, understanding that grief is deeply personal. Our care goes beyond logistics — we truly listen.
Dignity in Service
Every service we provide upholds the highest standards of dignity and respect for the deceased and their families.
Community Rooted
As a Kenyan business, we are deeply embedded in our communities and committed to serving all cultural and religious traditions.
Transparent Integrity
We believe in honest communication and transparent pricing — no surprises, no hidden fees, just trustworthy service.
Our Team
The People Who Care For You
Our dedicated team of professionals bring compassion, experience, and genuine care to every family they serve.
Samuel Ume
Founder & Director
Catherine Njeri
Grief Counselor
David Kamau
Funeral Director
Mercy Achieng
Client Relations