Jeff Koinange. [Photo|Daily Nation]TV and radio host Jeff Koinange is bereaved.The renown journalist is mourning his his grandmother Elizabeth Gathoni Koinange who passed on aged 117. Gathoni was the only surviving widow of Senior Chief Koinange’s six wives.Through his Twitter account on Friday morning, Koinange broke the sad news: "Folks, it is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing away of one of my GREATEST Shujaas Go well grandma..You OUTLIVED many and at 117, you were a true PATRIOT and a MATRIARCH to all. Rest with the Angels & we shall see you when we get there."

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Several of his followers responded and wished him well as indicated below.@Ahmedkadar1May the memories of your lovely grandma and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead. Wishing you peace&comfort in this trying moment. Condolences to family and friends, bro @KoinangeJeff@Mwakssymy condolences go out to you@KoinangeJeff and all the Koinange's