In Loving Memory of Mr. Saturnin Kabengele Mutamba Tshinkumba Tshia Ba Kalanga
March 17, 1951 – May 11, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. Saturnin Kabengele Mutamba Tshinkumba Tshia Ba Kalanga, a distinguished jurist and respected banking audit professional, who departed this life in Ottawa, Canada, on May 11, 2025, at the age of 74.
Born in Kipushi, in the province of Haut-Katanga, Democratic Republic of Congo, he was the beloved son of the late Antoine Ilunga Kala Ntanda and the late Célestine Tshiowa Mazela.
A graduate in public law from the University of Kinshasa (1981), Mr. Kabengele devoted more than three decades to the Congolese banking sector, most notably at the Commercial Bank of Congo (BCDC, former BCZ). Known for his integrity, discipline, and professionalism, he rose steadily through the ranks, ultimately serving as General Auditor and Director of Internal Audit, where he helped shape and strengthen internal governance and compliance practices.
Mr. Kabengele is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Mrs. Marie-Josée Bilonda Munsese, and their children:
- Aurélie Kabengele (Jacques Matand’)
- Laetitia Kabengele (Benjamin Lulendo)
- Kwanyn Kabengele (Patrick Kalala)
- Gaël Kabengele
- Ian Kabengele (Serena Kabengele)
He was a proud and loving grandfather to nine grandchildren, and leaves behind numerous siblings, extended family members, cherished friends, former colleagues, and members of the Congolese and international community.
A man of wisdom, faith, and humility, Mr. Kabengele was known for his intellectual rigor, calm leadership, and unwavering commitment to ethical values. He will be remembered not only for his professional achievements, but also for the gentleness, strength, and integrity that shaped his life and inspired those around him.
Though he is no longer with us in body, his legacy will live on in the hearts and lives of all who knew and loved him.
Funeral Arrangements
All services will be held at:
Beechwood Funeral Complex
280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1L 8A6
Friday, May 23, 2025
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wake / Viewing
Beechwood Chapel
Saturday, May 24, 2025
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Funeral Mass
Beechwood Chapel
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Reception & Gathering of Consolation
Borden-Fleming Reception Room, Beechwood
The family expresses their heartfelt thanks for your presence, support, and prayers during this time of grief.
May his soul rest in eternal peace
Digital Guestbook
Famille Kasanda
Serge Kongolo
Mes condeleances a toutes la famille et que Dieu vous fortifie
Christian Tshimbalanga Mwata
Repose en paix, cher beau-frère et que Dieu t'accueille dans Son Royaume !
Fifi Nsenda
Doux repos! Papa Kabengele . 😭😭
Désiré Ndongo
Que ton âme repose en paix papa Saturnin. Que le Seigneur veille sur ta famille et sur toutes les personnes que tu aimais.
Pace.
Désiré Ndongo
Tina Tshisumpa
Mon bien aimé beau-frère désormais en paix éternelle. Nous garderons toujours des bons souvenirs de toi .
Patience Bondengela
Repose cher Papa Saturnin auprès du Christ ressuscité,tu resteras toujours gravé dans nos cœurs.
DOCTEUR DESIRE TSHALA
Que votre carure et grande personnalite soient a jammais gravees dans la memoire des generations a venir.
KABUYA KANDAKANDA CHELITO
Tshinkumba Tshia Ba Kalanga, tu as porté fièrement ce titre de GRAND GUERRIER. En écrivant ces mots, mon coeur saigne et les larmes ne cessent de couler. Je pense à tous les moments incroyables que nous avons partagés, et je me sens envahie par une vague d’affection et de gratitude. Toi, mon grand frère, tu as été mon guide, mon protecteur et mon meilleur ami. Tout au long de ma vie, tu es cette étoile qui brille constamment dans le ciel de mon existence. Repose en paix, mon grand HERO.
Steve Kalala
Que votre âme repose dans la paix du Seigneur, papa Kabengele.
C’était mon grand-père et c’était une bonne personne au grand cœur qui était aimé de tous et on l’aimait beaucoup!