Peter Abwajo Wando

Mr. Peter Abwajo Wando, died peacefully in Raleigh, NC at Rex Hospital ICU on October 12, 2016 at the age of 79 years old. Peter Abwajo Wando was born on February 21, 1937 in Kisumu, Kenya to Tekla Awuonda and Cleophus Wando. He graduated from University of Nairobi in 1963 with a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, and a MBA from LSE in London, UK in 1965. He married Anne Wando in 1973. After moving to Boston, Massachusetts. Mr. Wando began working for Polaroid Corporation as an accountant. Over period of time, the couple was blessed with their 3 children Edward, Suzzanne and PJ Wando, and began, raising them while expanding his accounting business. The family lived in Boston for a while then moved to South Carolina and later on decided to settle in North Carolina where he has lived with his family ever since. Mr. Peter Wando is survived by his loving wife Anne Wando and family members, Edward Wando, Suzzanne Wando, PJ Wando, grandchildren, Karim Wando, Kasia Wando, Leilani Wando, and Soraya Wando, his nephews David Wando, Kevin Osee, Bonny Osee, Eyvonne Osee, Joy Osee, his cousin Lorna Osee, the Nysaio family, and his extended Kenyan children, Carol Wando, Kennedy Wando and Jimmy Ayieko, and his living brothers Delmas, and Genelly. His deceased brother Brown also died this year. His children remember him as a driven father who encouraged them to pursue their goals. Mr. Wando was accomplished in accounting and often helped others in his community. He was a generous and dedicated individual who loved helping and advising others and who was passionate about education and encouraged everyone who came his way to get a sound education. He was an active and dedicated member of the Umoja SDA and often volunteered at various community celebrations. The funeral service is scheduled for Thursday October 20, 2016, promptly at 1:00 pm at Renaissance Funeral home located on 7615 Six Forks Road in Raleigh, NC 27615, with a viewing Prior from 11: 00 am to 1:00 pm.Immediately after, we will proceed to the burial grounds at Raleigh Memorial gardens at 3:30pm, with a reception to follow at the family residence 5201 Cherrywood Court. Pastor Enoch Omosa will officiate the ceremony. Everyone is welcome to attend and celebrate Mr. Wando’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the family. Condolences can be sent to the home or on the funeral website. The family would like to thank all the Hospital staff, caregivers, family members and friends for their efforts, care, and dedication. The family would like to thank all the friends and family members for their support, comfort and all those who have helped with all the funeral arrangements.

Peter Abwajo Wando

February 21, 1937 - October 12, 2016