Rakesh Ronak Patel

Rakesh Ronak Patel, 38, the beloved partner of Shannon Greve, loving son of Hemlata Patel and the late Rajnikant Patel, and devoted brother of Chirag Patel, died suddenly September 8, 2018 at Palos Hospital with Shannon by his side. Ronak, of Palos Heights, was a trained chef who shared his love of cooking with students at Cook, Cork & Fork and Peterson Garden Project. A graduate of Le Cordon Blue Chicago, he loved comfort foods of the world; Cajun and Southern dishes were his favorite to prepare. His passion for cooking was fueled by the excellent cuisine of his mother and grandmother, particularly masala dosa and chicken curry. Born in Calgary, Canada, Ronak had fond memories of camping in Banff with his family as a child. He was proud to become an American citizen at the age of 18. He was a 1997 graduate of Hoffman Estates High School and earned a film degree from Columbia College. He loved movies and TV shows, especially "Kicking and Screaming," "Bottle Rocket," "Role Models" and "The Simpsons." Ronak loved visiting his family around the world and spending time at Lake Camelot with the Greve family. In recent years, Ronak suffered many health setbacks but he was a fighter. He was very grateful for the care he received and for everyone who supported him through his illnesses. To honor his memory, please become an organ donor at lifegoeson.org. Ronak is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and colleagues. A funeral will be held Thursday, Sept. 13 at 11 a.m. at Bohemian National Cemetery, 5255 N. Pulaski Road, Chicago.