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(Gomiben) Hansraj Lakhamshi Shah

guest — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 17:25:20 +0000

(Gomiben) Hansraj Lakhamshi Shah sadly passed away yesterday after a short illness.

Mrs Gomiben was mother of Hasu , Prafula (Bena) Manjula & Niru and Shailesh and mother in law of Hitesh, Vipul Malde, Mahesh Shah, Manu & Alpa.

Gomiben was grandmother of Raju and Meena and great grandmother of Jainam & Devika.

Mrs Gomiben resided in Ilford, Essex, UK and previously in Fortall, Kenya.

Saadri has been arranged for today ( Monday April 9th, 2012) at Oshwal Centre between 3.00 pm and 5.00 pm.

We all pray to Lord Mahavir to rest Gomiben’s soul in eternal peace and grant the family the strength needed to overcome this sad and deep loss.

Om shanti, shanti, shanti

Khimji Narshi Bid (1936-2011)

Bina Jayesh Beed — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:58:40 +0000

Khimji Narshi Bid

(July 7, 1936-March 9,2011)

In remembrance of our father Khimji Narshi Bid, please join us for his Memorial Service on Sunday March 27, 2011 at,

Jain Center of NJ
233 Runnymede Road
Essex Fells, NJ 07021
Bhakti/Prarthna – 4:00–5:00p.m.
Sadharmik Vatsalya(Dinner) 5:00-6:30p.m.
Aarti/Mangal Divo – 6:45p.m.

He spent his life with an ever-smiling face, being always content and helping others. He placed other’s comfort and convenience first. His departure was sudden but peaceful. We will miss him in everything we do. After he partially retired from business, he had developed a routine of his own and was very disciplined. He will stay in our memories and close to our heart with his inspirational life.

Velji, Champa, Jayesh, Bina, Poorni, Jay, Seena, & Shaam

Savitaben Ratilal Mulji Patani (1941-2011)

Chandulal Shah — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 14:06:57 +0000

Our condolences to the family of Savitaben Ratilal Mulji Patani, born in Chapa Beraja, who passed away on 28 July 2011 in Barnet, England.

She was wife of Ratilal Mulji Patani, daughter of Valiben & Bhagwanji Sura Chandaria, mother to Hitesh & Ninna, mother-in-law to Pratula & Mukesh, grandmother to: Harshnira, Hemalvi, Darshni & Priyen, and sister to Keshubhai( K B Chandaria, Kantaben, late Chunilal, Joyti & Kailash.

Kindly note that Mrs Savitaben Ratilal Patani’s sadadi will be held from 8.00 pm to 10.00 pm on Friday, 29th July 2011 at:

Zaverchand Virpar Memorial Hall (Z V Hall)
Above Motor Parts Direct
Kingsbury Works Estate
Kingsbury Road
Kingsbury
London
NW9 8UP

The entrance to the hall is between the buildings of Theoco and Videk after Church Lane.

Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti.

Mrs. Liluben Khimji Devraj Shah – Chicago USA (orginally Juni Haripar,India)

Smita Dipak Shah — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 16:18:17 +0000

Mrs. Liluben Khimji Devraj Shah peacefully passed away on April 12th, 2011, in Downers Grove (Chicago, USA). She was a wife of Late Mr. Khimji Devraj Shah orginally of Juni Haripar, Gujarat, India, then Nairobi, Kenya, London, UK, and currently Chicago, USA.

She was a mother to sons: Babu (Wembley, UK) and Dipak (Chicago, USA), and daughters Manjula Dhanani (Chicago), Ranjan Shah (Chicago) and Kaylash Shah (Birmingham, UK).

She was 90 years old, born in Juni Haripar, Saurastra, Gujarat, India. She travelled to Kenya with her husband, Mr Khimji Devraj Shah after their marriage and started a family in Kenya. She developed a love for the nation, where she lived approxmately 35yrs. She was so proud of her heritage.

She lived in London,UK,for a few years and continued developing the friendships and relationships with fellow Oshwals as well as her neighbors.

After her husband Khimjibhai passed away in 1979, she moved to Chicago with her youngest son Dipak and his wife Smita Shah. She called Chicago “home” after living in India, Kenya, and London. In Chicago her heart and strength grew with friends and family that surrounded her with love. Her favorite things to do were to cook, read, and sew, but most importantly feed people with her homemade treats, especially all her 13 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren and their friends for over 31 years.

She kept in touch with all her family and friends all over the world, always called and supported them in all times, that’s why everyone loved her smile and courage.

Fearless of her health issues, Lilaben’s spirit continued to grow stong despite her weakening kidneys and heart. She continued to receive medical treatments at home and loved her care givers.

On April 12th at 2.30am with her grandchildren and family members, she had her last breath, with a beautiful smile. We will always treasure her memories with a smile.

May God grant her eternal peace, she will be missed by all of us.

Om Shanti,Shanti,Shanti.

Memorial Service & Prayer Service was held on Thursday, April 14 2011,from 6-8pm at Modell Funeral Homes in Darien, Illinois. Funeral and Cremation Services were completed on Friday, April 15 at 11.00 am.

Prathna and Prayers to be held at Oshwal Center, Hook House, UK on monday April 25th 3-5 pm in L V Hall.

Our sincere thanks to everyone, for phone calls, emails, personal messages from all over the world:

Dipak & Smita Shah, Parin, Reena and Milan, Lemont, IL USA.
Babulal & Hansa Shah, Binit, Sulsa & Vihaan, Wembley ,UK
Manjula & Rasikant Dhanani, Samir, Amy -Bolingbrook, IL USA. daughters Nilam and Sunil Shah, New Jersey, Lynna & Ryan Connecticut USA.
Ranju & Rajnikant Shah, Shelan & Tripti, Avni, Prinal, Bolingbrook, IL USA
Kaylash & Narendra Shah, Priyan & Rozet, Khilan & Nina,Rishi Birmingham UK

Maniben Karamshi Jesa Bid

Smita Dipak Shah — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:05:22 +0000

Our deep condolences to the families of Maniben Karamshi Jesa Bid of Padana, India, then Mombasa, now Nairobi, Kenya, who passed away on January 3, 2011. She lived a beautiful and happy 94 years.

She was a mother to Snehlata Chiman Shah ( Seattle-USA),Rekha Karamshi Shah ( Nairobi), Rashmi Nilkamal Shah (Nairobi) & Rajesh Karamshi Shah ( Nairobi). She was a grandmother to Jagrut Chiman Shah (Seattle), Jitesh Chiman Shah (Seattle) and Dishal Samit Shah (Chicago), Akshi Shah Sura (Nairobi), Shilna Nilkamal Shah ( Nairobi), Priya Rajesh Shah (Nairobi) Keya Rajesh Shah (Nairobi),Aviya Rajesh Shah (Nairobi).

She was very hardworking and shared great memories with everyone. Even after her demise,she helped 2 individuals get their eyesight back by donating her eyes. Her family and friends are very proud of her noble cause. She would like for all of us to sign up at our local areas for Organ Donation to help someone better their life.

She will be greatly missed by all. May God bless her soul may she rest in peace. Om Shanti,Shanti,Shanti.

Jayaben Meghji Devraj Shah

Rashmi Shah — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:12:23 +0000

Mrs. Jayaben Meghji Devraj Shah of Nairobi, Kenya passed away on the 24th of March, 2010. She was the mother of Rashmi, mother in law of Jayant and grandmother of Sawan and Risha who live in Saratoga, California. She is also the mother of Pankaj and Dilip of Nairobi, Kenya.

Hitesh K. Malde

Chandu L. Shah — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:11:08 +0000

Hitesh K. Malde of Vasai/Santacruz, Mumbai, India, passed away on February 13th, 2010, in India at the age of 52. He was brother of Meena C. Shah of Springfield NJ.

Narmdaben Dhanji Maru

Kamala Gudka — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:30:37 +0000

Our deepest condolences to the family of Late. Smt. Narmdaben Dhanji Maru who passed away on February 16, 2010 at Mulund, India. She was 66 years old and suffering from pancreatic cancer.

She was the sister of Veni Sumaria, Chandu Shah, Ratan Maru, Kamla Gudka and Late Shri Somchand Shah of Boston, Massachusetts; Premchand Shah of Los Angeles, California; and Nathalal Shah, Jethiben Harniya, Rupaben Gudhka and Champa Shah residing in India.
May Almighty Give eternal peace to her soul.
Om Shanti

Keshavji Kachara Dodhia

Jayanti Z. Galaiya — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 17:12:25 +0000

Keshavji Kachara Dodhia of Vasai and Bhivandi passed away recently in Thane, Indiaa at the age of 83. He was brother-in law (banevi) of Keshav and Kanchan Shah of Chestnut Ridge, NY; Harakhchand and Jyoti Shah and Mansukh and Mina Shah all of Budd lake, NJ; Pushpa and Shantilal Jankharia of Hackettstown, NJ; and Vijya and Jayanti Galaiya of Long Valley, NJ.

Kiran (Bhikhu) Govindji Hemraj Shah (1954-2009)

Smita Dipak Shah — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:15:36 +0000

Our deepest condolences to the family of Kiran ( Bhikhu) Shah of Nyeri (currently Nakuru), Kenya, who passed in India, on September 14th, 2009. He suffered a heart attack.

He was a husband to Raksha Kiran Shah; father to daughters Dimple and Nipa; son of Govindji Hemraj and Shardaben Govindji Shah; brother to Kirit and Rekha; cousin to Arun Premchand Shah (Nakuru,Kenya) , Ramilaben (Nairobi, Kenya), Ushaben Ashwin Shah ( Somer,Wisconcin) and Chand (UK).

May god rest his soul in peace.

Mahen (Narendra) Chandaria 1950-2009

Smita Dipak Shah — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:39:44 +0000

Our deepest condolences to the families of Mahen Chandaria, of Toronto-Canada, who peacefully passed away in the early hours of Friday, September 11th, 2009, at his home at the age of 59. Beloved husband of Geeta, and dearly loved father of Sagar, Sarit and Savan, Mahen was born in Nairobi, Kenya, on August 21st, 1950.

He arrived in Canada in the spring of 1984 and joined his family in successfully building their businesses. Mahen always showed tremendous perseverance and fortitude, particularly in the last ten years, in spite of serious health issues. He was known as “a man with a golden heart”. Always a giver and rarely a taker, he was sought by many for his ability to inspire and motivate.

He was the cherished son of Velji Dharamshi and Paniben Chandaria, and brother of Ashok, Navin, Kapoor, Kumud and Dhiren. He will be missed by his many nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and family and friends from around the world. He was a proud son-in-law to Liladhar Khimji Jesang Shah & Lalitaben Liladhar Shah of Nairobi , Kenya. He was a proud banevi to Meena David Youngblood (Houston, Texas), Mala (Dallas, Texas), and Smita Dipak Shah (Chicago, Illinois).

The funeral ceremony took place from 2:30 to 4pm on Tuesday, September 15th, at Elgin Mills Funeral Home, 1591 Elgin Mills Rd. East, Richmond Hill, Ontario, and was followed by a reception.

Shanti Puja was held at 10:30am on Saturday, September 19th, at the Sanatan Mandir Cultural Centre, at 9333 Woodbine Ave., Markham, Ontario, followed by a lunch.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Kidney Foundation of Canada (www.kidney.ca).

Sudhaben Chandulal Popatlal (Irving, Texas)

Alpa Shah — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 11:33:03 +0000

Sudhaben, wife of Chandulal Popatlal Keshavji (Sumaria), of, Nairobi, and Irving, Texas, and daughter of Harkhchand Hansraj Haria of Chela, passed away on the morning of October 7 after a short illness.

She is survived by her husband, Chandubhai; two sons Kaushik and Shamir; daughter Rina; daughter-in-laws Maryann and Kalpana; son-in-law Himanshu Patel; grand children Ethan, Maya and Roshni.

Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Sudhaben and we pray to Almighty to rest her soul in eternal peace.

Ratanben Ramji Shah

Navinchandra Shah — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:53:57 +0000

Mrs. Ratanben Ramji Shah, mother of Navinchandra Shah of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, passed away on September 19, 200, in London, UK, at the age of 82.
She was born in Vadalia Sihan, India. She lived in Nakuru, Kenya, before moving to London.

Motiben Narshi Samat Shah

Smita Dipak Shah — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:23:22 +0000

Our heartiest condolences to the families of Motiben Narshi Samat Shah-Dodhia of Changa, who passed away in London, UK, on August 25, 2009. She was 83 years old. She enjoyed her life for 60 years in Kisumu, Kenya, spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She was a mother to Chandrakantbhai (Nairobi, Kenya), Late Rameshbhai (Nairobi, Kenya,) Ashwinbhai (London, UK), Vasantiben Vasant Shah ( Woodridge, Illinois, USA), Sarojben Arun Shah (Nakuru, Kenya). She has 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Last year she visited Chicago, USA, to spend time with her daughter, Vasantiben Vasant Shah and family for 2 months. We all had an honor to meet and spend some time with her.
She recently suffered pancreatic cancer, and her family would like to protect our elders from this deadly disease, by encouraging early check-ups. The symtoms are stomach/abdominal pains, vomiting, and diarrhea.

May God grant her eternal peace, she will be missed by all her family and fellow Oshwals. Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti.

Tarachand Dharamshi Virji Malde

Paras Maalde — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:30:02 +0000

Shree Tarachand Dharamshi Virji Malde (born in Mombasa, Kenya, in the late 1920s) passed away on Friday, 4th September, 2009, in Mombasa, Kenya, following severe heart disease.

Tarachand Bhai was the eldest son of Late Dharamshi Virji Rupa Malde (of Moti Rafudar in Halar, Gujarat) and Late Jiviben Dharamshi Virji Malde.

Tarachand Bhai is survived by his wife Shushila Ben who resides in Mombasa, and his two daughters Lata (residing in Nairobi, Kenya) and Priti (in London, UK)

Hansraj Lakhamshi Dodhia of Navagam/Kenya/United Kingdom (1927-2009)

Manu Shah — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:45:02 +0000

Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Hansraj Lakhamshi Dodhia (fondly known as Kaka) who passed away in Ilford, Essex, U.K., on June 5, 2009, after a short illness. He was 81 years old and was born in Navagam (Halar), Gujarat, India.

He was father of Niru Mansukh Gosar Shah of Hanover, Maryland; grandfather (Nana) of Raju Mansukh Shah of Silver Spring, Maryland; and Meena Mansukh Shah of Oakland, California. He is survived by his wife, Gunvantiben, son and daughter-in-law: Shailesh and Alpa; daughters and son-in-laws: Niru and Mansukh (Manu), Manjula and Mahesh, Prafula (Bena) and Vipul, Hasmita (Hasu) and Hitesh; several grandchildren and great grandchild.

May god rest his soul in eternal peace.

Chhaganlal Meghji Virji Chheda

Dipak Khimji Shah — Fri, 15 May 2009 14:17:31 +0000

Mr. Chhaganlal Meghji Virji Chheda passed away in Nairobi, Kenya, on May 14th, 2009. He was 93 years old. He had very peaceful life in Kenya for over 75 years. He was my wife, Smita’s, motabapa, and with whom she shared wonderful memories, when she went to Kenya to celebrate his 90th birthday in 2007.

He was husband to Late Jiviben Chhanganlal; father to Vanitaben Mohanlal Vradman (Leicester, UK), and Nalinbhai Chhanganlal (Nairobi, Kenya); son of Puriben Meghji Virji Chheda of Changa, India, currently residing in Nairobi, Kenya; son-in-law to Late Ratnaben & Late Murag Rajpal Sumaria (Changa, India).

He was father -in-law to Mohanlal Vardhamn (of Leicester ,UK) and Chandaben Nalin (of Nairobi, Kenya). He was brother to Amratben Kachra Tejpar (of Swan Industries, Kisumu, Kenya), Chandulal Meghji (of UK), Late Devchand Meghji (of Haku Crafts, Nairobi, Kenya), Late Jayaben Velji (of Jamnagar, India), Premchand Meghji of (Cute Kitchen-Nairobi, Kenya), Gulabchand Meghji (of Kenplast, Nairobi, Kenya), and Lataben Bhimji (Bidco Industries of Nairobi/Thika, Kenya).

He was Grandfather of Mayuri and Jinit (of Leicester, UK), Sandip and Saroj (of Sanma Boutique, Nairobi, Kenya), Binisha and Kamlesh Kotedia (of Dubai), Bhavni and Vikesh of Nairobi, Kenya.

He was a Great Grandfather to Vishal, Vikesh, Akshay and Deven

His funeral is on Saturday, May 16th at 3.00pm at the Hindu Crematorium, Kariokor, Nairobi, Kenya.

Prayers will be held at the Oshwal Center, Nairobi, Kenya. May God grant him eternal peace, OM SHANTI, SHANTI, SHANTI.

Maganlal Laxman Maru (1937- 2009)

Kamla Shah — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:11:42 +0000

[image title="maganlal-laxman-maru" size="full" id="1219" align="left" linkto="viewer" ]Maganbhai was born on February 14, 1937 in Sodasala (Gujarat). After completing his engineering studies from Morbi (Gujarat), he moved to Mumbai to work for companies such as Century Rayon and IDI. He then decided to set up his own business in 1968. Over the last 45 years, he expanded his business to include several enterprises in the fields of Engineering.

He married Kanchanben (daughter of Ramji Narshi Shah) and he has 3 children (Bhavesh, Prashant and Kashmira).

Maganbhai passed away on February 23, 2009 after a fruitful journey of 72 years. Halari Visa Oshwal Community feels a tremendous lose on passing away of a dedicated leader. His name is hardly unknown amongst the Oshwal community throughout our settlements in India, East Africa, UK, America and everywhere.

By profession, Maganbhai was a successful engineer, industrialist and businessman. But apart from that he was a dedicated and hard working community leader and a humble servant in many religious and progressive institutions. He was actively involved in Oshwal Sikshan and Rahat Sangh , Mumbai Oshwal Samaj, Bhiwandi Oshwal Samaj, Thana Oshwal Jain Sangh and many more. He held several prominent and demanding positions such as President, Secretary, Trustee, etc.

Maganbhai also was a very religious and philanthropic person and he dedicated his entire life towards the betterment of the Oshwal community. He emphasized on Education in general and he arranged several fund raisers for community institutions. He was also deeply involved in religious activities surrounding Maharaj Sahebs and derasars.

Maganbhai was an inspiration to many and an example of a life worth living. May his soul rest in peace!

Somchand Zaverchand Mulji “Babubhai” Shah (December 15, 1931 – November 10, 2008)

Rashmi Shah — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 14:49:12 +0000

(Beloved brother of Dhani & Anu Shah)

Born in Kitale, Kenya
Social activities started in Kitale from 1953-1954 being elected as Honorable Secretary of Visa Oshwal Community (VOC)
Moved to Eldoret, Kenya in 1957 and started a business called Gulab’s Ltd.
Became a trustee of VOC Eldoret
Became the Honorable Treasurer of the Chamber of Commerce in Eldoret
Since 1958 he was the Executive member for the establishment of 64 Secondary School in Eldoret. Later becoming the Chairman and Trustee of the school board.
Trustee of Sikh Union Club, Eldoret
In 1962, he became a Chartered Member of Lions Club of Eldoret and Melvin Jones fellow of Lions International. That year he had also been awarded a Lifetime Membership in recognition of outstanding services to the community as a Lion.
Past Chairman Board Member of U.G. High School in Eldoret
Board member of Moi Girls High School in Eldoret
Trustee of Eldoret Hindu Smashan Bhumi
From 1982-2000, he was a board member of U.G. Memorial Hospital Eldoret
Trustee of Jalaram Aradhana Dham in Nakuru
Past Executive board member of Oshwal Education & Relief Board
Trustee of Oshwal World Federation
Chairman and Trustee of Gulab-Lochab Academy – Primary and Secondary school in Eldoret
Established and laid foundation stone of Lions Nursery School in Eldoret, which has now become a Primary and Secondary school.
Commercial interests have always been bold and ambitious. He was a director of Ken-Knit (K) Ltd. & Rupa Mills Ltd.
Under Zaverchand Mulji parivar, not only was he involved in different charities, but he also gave donations to the Visa Oshwal Community in Kenya, India, & the U.K.

Makaben (Radiatben) Raishi Mepa Shah 1921-2008

Kamala Gudka — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:07:40 +0000

Makaben (Radiatben) Raishi Mepa Shah passed away on August 10, 2008 in Nairobi, Kenya.

She was born on January 4th, 1921 in Mungni, India. After Marriage to Mr. Raishi Mepa, she moved to Kenya in 1936, and then she moved to England in 1974.

Makaben Shah raised twelve children, but is survived by ten children, nineteen grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

She was mother of Suresh Raishi Shah of Nashua, NH, and grandmother of Sneha, Aarti and Puja Shah of Nashua, NH. She was Masi to Shantilal Shah of Hackettstown, NJ, and Hasmukh, Dinesh, and Kiren Shah of St. Louis, MO.