Name: Celebration of Life for Dr. Prakash V. Raghavan
Start: 2024-10-19T11:30:00.000Z
Location: Galichia Auditorium of Wichita Collegiate High School

Dr. Prakash V. Raghavan

November 28, 1946 - October 8, 2024

Wichita, Kansas - Dr. Prakash V. Raghavan, 77, passed peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 after a ten-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Born November 28, 1946 in Chennai, India, he moved to the USA in 1974, following his beloved Parula, who eventually became his wife.

A retired physician, Dr. Raghavan trained at Cleveland Clinic and passionately practiced cardiology in Wichita for 44 years, serving thousands of patients. He was also known for his dedication to the development of students and resident physicians as a volunteer Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Kansas, for which he was honored with nine teaching awards.

Dr. Raghavan was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother whose first love was being with family and traveling the world with them. In his free time, he also enjoyed fitness, tennis, racquetball, dancing, music, and fine red wine. He was a man of discipline, integrity, loyalty and humor who loved life and left a lasting impact on those who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Kailad and Kamala Vijayaraghavan. Survived by his wife, Parula Raghavan of Wichita; son, Amit (Alka) Raghavan of Cherry Hill, NJ; daughter, Anisha Raghavan of New York, NY; brother, Suresh (Vanaja) Raghavan of Mumbai, India; grandchildren, Ayan and Arya Raghavan.

Celebration of Life followed by lunch at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Galichia Auditorium of Wichita Collegiate High School, 1221 N. Webb Rd, Wichita, KS 67206.

Cremation services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Oct. 11 to Oct. 13, 2024.

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Carol Lakin

May 2, 2025

Dr. Parula: I thought of you and Prakash and found that Prakash had passed away in 2024. My sincere condolences to you and your family. I frequently still tell friends of your wonderful hospitality and how I enjoyed your sharing Indian food with me and Bob. Many thoughts of you and how I treasure the years we had working with you.

Kara Hymer

February 2, 2025

Dr.s Raghavan's were my first job as a medical assistant. I loved the way they were with each other and to hear their stories about how they met and how Parula didn't know what alot of American things were, but Prakash did and would do things to make her embarrassed or to just get a reaction. It always felt like a family at work. I respected Mr. Dr. Raghavan so much and I owe much of my medicine experience to him. I paid attention when he would try to teach me things and he did so so eloquently. He wanted to help others understand what he found so interesting years ago... The heart. A very good man and doctor that wanted to help patients no matter if they had the means to pay or not. He was all about the patient and that got my attention and I learned the right way to treat people. Sick people. He was big on "If it weren't for them, we wouldn't have a job". He never gave up on anyone and he tried and would try again until he felt it met his expectations of himself and of what medicine could do. Parula, if you read this I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great man. And I'm sorry that after everything you now have to face this life without him. I understand how difficult that is and I want u to know that I am sorry for your loss. And God bless you! Lean on your family and faith when things get to be too much. That's all you can do.

Mark Brady

January 18, 2025

I have fond memories and utmost respect for Dr Raghavan as one of my mentors while I was a medical student and resident physician. He was a patient and wise teacher - one of the nicest educators of medical students in Wichita.

Paul and Frances Robben

October 24, 2024

We truly appreciated the care that he provided both our parents. We knew they were in good hands. Doctors both competent compassionate and extra mile for their patient's. We are sorry for your loss. Kind Regards. Sheila Robben Guerra

Jagdish ramchandani

October 15, 2024

Will miss you Prakash and all 5 yrs of our life in GMC
Jaggi
Jagdish ramchandani

Satish and Sudha

October 13, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved friend Prakash, whom we had the privilege of knowing for over 40 years. A brilliant cardiologist, trained at GMC and Cleveland Clinic, Prakash cared deeply for his patients, always putting their well-being first.

Prakash embodied kindness, fun, and dedication. He had a smile that could brighten anyone´s day and was a wonderful listener, often speaking little but making everyone feel heard and valued. He was a true GMC doctor, deeply committed to his profession. He loved traveling and made it a point to explore new places with you on every anniversary-a true Romeo from the R M Bhatt hostel of GMC.

He loved his children and grandchildren, always cherishing moments with them. Prakash was devoted to his parents and his amazing wife, always ensuring they were well cared for. His joyful approach to life was inspiring, and we feel privileged to have known him.

His presence will be deeply missed, but may his memory offer comfort and inspiration to all who knew him.

Rest in peace, dear Prakash.
We will miss you dearly.

With love,
Satish & Sudha

Mahendra Thakrar

October 13, 2024

Sincere condolences to you all
Mahendra Thakrar MD. DALLAS

Cindy Stephenson

October 13, 2024

So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for comfort during this difficult time. Lovingly remembering you.

Dr.C.G.Chacko

October 12, 2024

We are very sorry to learn of the passing of our good friend Dr.Raghavan.He and his wife Dr.Parula were very active not only in the medical community,but also in the greater Indian community of Wichita as well.He was our son´s cardiology professor K.U.Med School.Dear Parula, may God bless you and the family and give you peace in this time of sorrow. C.G.and Susan Chacko

Dr. Navin Thakrar

October 12, 2024

Jai Shree Krishna
We heard news of sad demise of our GMCite Prakash Raghavan.

Raghavan Family please accept our heartfelt and sincere condolences

We pray his soul rests in eternal peace in heavenly abode of Shree Krishna.

ShantiShantiShanti
Dr Navin Thakrar - London U.K.

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