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Venkat Iyer Obituary

Iyer Venkat K. Iyer (fondly known as Kitcha), aged 71 years, residing in Pickerington, Ohio and a frequent traveler to Chennai, India passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2016 while on his routine, and much loved jog, in the morning. He is survived by his wife Vimala Iyer and missed by his extended family residing around the world.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Apr. 30 to May 2, 2016.

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Nigel Iyer

May 15, 2022

6 years on I still think of him as being around. He was far too young and I hope will be remembered again en masse at the familly gathering in DC this July. Nigel

S. Chandra-Shekar

October 28, 2017

Vimala, i was shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of Kitcha. I just found this today. I am so sorry. I remember our visit in the early 70s to Rochester to see you both. I hope you are well and send you my deepest condolences and best wishes. Shekar.

Nigel Iyer

May 7, 2016

He and Aunty Vimala were the center of the family and set me on so many good paths, many of which I continue to follow! Love Nigel

Kris was a Farmer in his heart.

Wayne and Jeanie Fox

May 6, 2016

Kris was the best manager I had a Xerox. He gave me every opportunity to express myself and my creativity. We worked as a team for many years and became good friends. I will miss the calls, especially on my birthday each year. My wife and I enjoyed the visits from Kris and Vimala and our discussions about life and truth. Kris jumped at the opportunity to drive our Kubota tractor around our property. We will miss you. Love and prayers to Vimila and Kris's family.

Romeo Urbinelli

May 6, 2016

I worked with kris when I was at Xerox from 1966-2001. He was one of the best that I ever known. I am offering my prayers. With sincere condolences.
Romeo Urbinelli

May 5, 2016

Dear Family we have lost one of our best. He will be missed by us all
Joy and Chris

Anil Iyer

May 3, 2016

He was my favourite uncle, he bonded the entire family, he was my 'kitchapedia' of information whenever I needed to know the name of someone or where in the world that person was at that moment in time, he inspired me to start running - we ran together in Scotland, we ran in England, we ran in USA and we ran in India. I will miss him, my father (his elder brother) will really miss his daily conversations with him and our entire extended family will miss him.

Edward Imes

May 2, 2016

To Kris's family my deepest condolences and sympathy. He was both a colleague and friend at Xerox. I have never met a more humble and gentle man. It is not the accomplishments or accolades that define the man but what he leaves behind with each individual he has touched. Kris's thank you for enriching my life, you will always be in my heart. May God Bless and Keep you.

May 2, 2016

Condolences to your family. Kris was one of my favorite people at Xerox. Many good memories.
Susan Robinette, Prairie Village, KS

May 1, 2016

Vimla: I am shocked to learn about sudden passing away of Kris. My thoughts and prayers are for the departed soul and may God gives his soul eternal peace. Please keep the courage and faith during this very tragic time. -- Deepak Maniar

Paul Dhillon

May 1, 2016

Dear Iyer Family:
I share in your sorrow for loss of Kris. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I worked with Kris at Xerox. I have fond memories of playing Tennis with Kris during early 1970's at Xerox Tennis courts. May he rest in peace.
Regards,
Paul Dhillon

Stuart Berger

May 1, 2016

I have fond memories of Kris both as a colleague and tennis partner. He will be missed.

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