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2013
Manna Dey Obituary
Dey was hospitalized in May and was being treated for a kidney infection when his organs failed, said K. Vasuki, an official of the Narayana Institute of Cardiac Sciences.
Dey's deep voice and mastery in singing classical music-based songs enthralled millions of music lovers. He started his singing career in 1942.
He sang mainly in Hindi and Bengali languages and his peak period was 1953-1980. He also lent his voice to songs in several Indian regional languages — Bengali, Assamese, Gujrati and Malayalam.
He can be heard on scores of Bollywood films and their soundtracks, and his stage shows were very popular across India.
His death was being mourned by millions of fans. Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan tweeted his condolences, saying "Strange how we connect events of our life with his songs."
India's President Pranab Mukherjee said the country "has lost a veteran playback singer, a versatile artist of extraordinary ability and a creative genius who mesmerized listeners with his enchanting voice."
The Indian government honored Dey with the top civilian Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2007.
Dey is survived by two daughters. His wife, Sulochana Kumaran, died last year.
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November 13, 2013
REGRETS TO THE FAMILY,"MATT. 5:4 PROVIDES THIS COMFORT FOR YOU.HAPPY ARE THOSE WHO MOURN, SINCE THEY WILL BE COMFORTED."....NORTH CAROLINA
Cheryl Blackmon
October 30, 2013
Resting in the arms of Jesus
October 30, 2013
Sorry for for your loss. May the God of comfort be there to help you endure.
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October 30, 2013
Deepest sympathy for your loss. The Bible gives us comfort at 1 Cor. 15:26. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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October 28, 2013
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Carolyn Lovejoy
October 25, 2013
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. To comfort us our Heavenly Father gives us hope that no human being can do.(Matthew 6:10) please read.
beverly davis
October 24, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
C. Wilson
October 24, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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