The sudden passing of Mary Diana has left the real estate world and countless admirers in mourning. The 30-year-old founder and CEO of MD Modern Homes, known for her vibrant energy and relentless drive, died in her sleep just days after marking her 30th birthday with a trip to Dubai.
Mary Diana’s death came as a shock to many. A woman who had inspired clients, colleagues, and aspiring entrepreneurs across Kenya, she had recently been riding high on the waves of success. Just two months before her untimely passing, she had shared a heartfelt video celebrating her achievements, which has since resurfaced online and moved viewers to tears.
In the video, she is seen full of life and excitement, celebrating a major career milestone. Dressed in a striking black and orange jumpsuit, Mary took the stage with grace and confidence to receive the “Best Real Estate Agency” award during the Super Women in Business Awards 2025. Her joy was palpable as she delivered a short but powerful speech, thanking her supporters, mentors, and clients.
“Good evening, everyone. My name is Mary Diana—you can call me MDee. I am the CEO and founder of MD Modern Homes, where we offer your preferred home sale properties within Nairobi and its environs,” she said. “I’d like to take this opportunity to appreciate the organisers of this event for the recognition. It doesn’t only reflect the hard work we put in, but it also shows how incredible women support and uplift one another. Let’s continue empowering each other and show how brilliantly we can shine in business.”
She had also shared a touching caption alongside photos from the award event, writing, “God did it🏆🥇👏🏻🙏. #MDModernHomes—we are truly honoured to be recognised as the ‘BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY’ during the Super Women in Business Awards 2025. This is a reflection of not only the dedication we pour into our work, but also of the amazing women who support and inspire one another in the business world and beyond. Thanks be to God, my mentors, colleagues, clients, and followers who believed in me all along.”
Mary Diana was widely admired for her passion, ambition, and the remarkable strides she made in a male-dominated industry. Just one year after founding her real estate company, she had already received the Young Entrepreneurs Achievement Award from a leading business leadership platform. Her success and influence positioned her as a role model for young professionals, especially women aspiring to lead in business.
Tributes continue to pour in online, with many remembering her as a hardworking visionary who broke barriers and changed lives through her work. The impact she made within such a short time remains etched in the hearts of many.
The family has since released her funeral plans. A requiem mass will be held on July 10 at Consolata Church in Westlands, with her final resting place set for July 12 in her home village of Mwilitsa, located in Shinyalu Constituency, Kakamega County.
Mary Diana’s legacy lives on not only through her company and the many lives she touched, but also in the powerful message of resilience and gratitude she left behind: “God did it.”
