Brian Njuguna Wambaa, 25, of Tacoma, Washington Tragically Passes Away in a Car Accident
The family and friends of Brian Njuguna Wambaa of Tacoma, Washington are saddened by his sudden and tragic passing.
Brian, 25 years old, passed away in a car crash on Interstate 5 Monday around 1:45am, March 25th as he returned home from visiting his sister, brother-in-law and nephew in Portland, Oregon. On his way back home, Brian’s car veered off the highway and struck a tree. He escaped the initial crash and decided to go seek help but was unfortunately struck by an oncoming truck. First responders pronounced dead at the scene.
Brian’s family says he moved to the US at the age of 11, and soon found his love for athletics. He achieved success in both soccer and track, leading him to being awarded a scholarship and Tacoma Community College.
Over the last 7 years he also played for local soccer clubs including Kenyan Team and Umoja FC among others.
"It goes without saying that Brian will be sorely missed by his parents, siblings, cousins, aunties, uncles, and the worldwide community that knew him. Brian had a brilliant smile that lit up a room. His endless positivity could encourage a weary spirit. His absence will leave a mark that can never be filled. Though he may be in a better place, we all wish that he would still be here with us all," reads a message from Brian's family and friends.
Daily prayer meetings are being held starting at 6pm at JCC Tacoma; 8441 S. G St, Tacoma, WA 98444.
A fundraiser will be held on Sunday, March 31st, 2019 starting at 6pm at Diaspora Community of Faith Church (DCFC), located at 230 S. 94th St, Tacoma, WA 98444.
A GoFundMe account has also been setup to help raise funds for Brian’s send-off: gofundme.com/farewell-sendoff-for-our-brother-brian-wambaa
For more information please contact:
Robert Gichohi: 206-226-3171
Captain Freddy: 253-232-0051
Jane Nancy: 360-908-2541 (CashApp donations may be sent to this number)
Comments (16)
Wow pole sana.We can see pia usa accident/reckless driving is not only kenya.Truly death is everywhere n always with us.wow how i wish he remained where his car was or was he mayb drank driving n running away from crime scene.
wewe ni kijinga? how cn you say that?
Mkenya Halisi is a ghost or devil . why does mwakilishi not filter filth ????
Mkenya Halisi, thats somebody's child, somebody's son, somebody's inspiration, somebody's hero, somebody's brother, some peoples' buddy, somebody's uncle, somebody's nephew, somebody's friend, somebody's team mate, and somebody's student. Sometimes you better learn how to choose words. How did you know he was drunk and you were in Kenya buying tu plots? Are you a parent really? Pole to the family during this difficult time. May God continue give you strength during this difficult time.
Very true. This sucks because he motivated me to continue on in my econ class when it got to hard. He basically helped me graduate because the class was a requirement.
Mkenya halisi wewe ni kiatu ya wapi. Nkt.
Pole sana to the family. This is so sad
@mjuaji read my comment i said MAYBE which means either he mite have bin drank or not??
2rdly when i ment reckless driving i ment the idiot who hit him???So wacha kupoteza maenergy zako calling me names??Yes am a father of 3 a brother of 3 sisters n uncle to 2 to and a pure human being to answer your brains??We don't know the full story of this guy yet.If the mwakilishi is hot for you to read or comment please find something else to read or do.Ooohh sorry i forgot yr name is mjuaji !!Again pole to the family.Once born we all have to go one day that's the reality.Death is painful but it's a reality which many of us don't want to face but we will face it.Its a matter of when!!!!
Your post is up there for all to read. A wise man said when you are in a hole stop digging.
It is very crucial you stay in the car and call for help. Do not try to walk along the highway or cross the highway!!! This gentleman is the third we have lost( reported by Mwakilishi) via senseless decision. Again stay in your car and call for help. IF you have drunk something, have a day in court with the judge, accept judgement instead of six foot under. It is never the end of the world and your life is precious; very precious to be ran over on the highway like a wild dog. RIP.
Let us not jump to conclusions, he may have been in shock or concussed
Mkenya Halisi....just shut the fuck up!!!
".....or was he mayb drank driving and running away from the scene of accident."
Really? Mkenyahalisi, me think @Mjuaji was not blunt enough. I am. I will. And here i go...wait until the day you will feel the pain this family is going through...
"Rūkū rūrī itara rūthekaga rūrī riko."
Kenya halisi
It is also super inconsiderate to call the person driving the semi truck a idiot. When a semi is going 60 miles a hour going down the freeway in there is no way you can stop on a dime. I feel terrible for Brian as well as the driver. This is something the driver has to think about for the rest of their life. Have some heart.
Pole kwa familia. What a loss!
As a colleague of Brian, I will always remember him for the warmth of his smile and a personality that drew you in like gravity. On campus you'd rarely find Brian traveling alone. He would always be in the company of a friend, whether walking to classes or studying for one of the rigorous courses in our program. School was tough but we all had each other. Brian had a optimism that could lift you out of a slump and fuel you for a win.
In class some people will fade into the background but Brian wasn't just any student, what he contributed to class concepts was a unique perspective and a sense of curiosity. He never had a booming voice nor had the need for one. His intellect spoke volume for him and people listened. For Brian, education wasn't a place that you go through to get a piece of paper... he grew our community through the relationships he built and the ideas he generated.
I am thankful to have known him and the work ethic he carried. Brian is a Milgard student we can all aspire to be. He worked hard for his education, and had passion for team and community. I, along with others at the University of Washington Tacoma, will continue to carry his memory and the honor of his name.