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Alok Sharma
1965 - 2015
Alok Sharma
1965 - 2015
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Alok Sharma Obituary
Alok was a passionate humanitarian and a spirited leader. He graduated from North Carolina State University (Class of 1987) with a B.S. in Computer Science. Alok was Vice President, Sales Americas at Thales e-Securities since 2004. A lifeline of the Hindu Society of North Carolina (HSNC), he served in 2009 as President of the HSNC Board. He also served as a trustee of HSNC. He was deeply engaged in Morrisville and Cary civic activities, serving as an ImagineCary Board member, as President of NCIMPAC, and President of the Raleigh International Festival.
An eternal optimist, Alok had an infectious spirit that lit up a room when he walked in. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend, and will be remembered for his warmth, fun spirit, and positive energy. A sports enthusiast and an avid golfer, Alok also completed a half marathon in January 2010, and a full marathon in January 2015, motivating family and friends to join him.
His legacy lives on through his wife, Subhashini Sharma, daughter, Priya Sharma, son, Rishi Sharma, parents, Dr. Ganga Dhar Sharma and Mrs. Saroj Sharma, and siblings, Rajiv Sharma, Madhu Sharma, Sanjive Sharma, and Shachi Gawande.
A memorial service will be held in celebration of his life on Thursday, June 4th at 11am at the Hindu Society of North Carolina Temple Hall, located at 309B Aviation Parkway in Morrisville, NC.
In lieu of flowers or gifts, contributions may be made to one of the following causes:
1) The Hindu Society of North Carolina Learning Center. Please make checks payable to: HSNC. Memo: Learning Center in honor of Alok Sharma.
2) The Sharma Scholarship Fund. Please make checks payable to: NC Community Foundation. Memo: Sharma Scholarship Fund in honor of Alok Sharma. Or, make an online donation at https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/1442933. In the first box, "To contribute to an endowment fund," please indicate "Sharma Scholarship Fund in honor of Alok Sharma."
The family invites you to share your memories and express condolences by signing Alok's online guest book (www.brownwynnecary.com; Search "Obituaries": Alok Sharma).
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Judd Gentry
July 7, 2015
Just this morning I learned of Alok's passing, and I offer my belated condolences to his family and friends.
I was a boyhood & teenage friend of Alok's. I still remember the day I met him - playing basketball by myself in my backyard, when he came walking over and introduced himself and joined me in games of one-on-one. Right away I could tell what a delightful and joyous boy Pinku was (or "Pink", as we neighborhood boys usually called him). No matter what we boys were up to - basketball, football, jumping bikes "Evel Knievel style" off homemade ramps, etc - the day was always more enjoyable when Pinku was with us.
May God love and keep my boyhood friend Pinku, and may God love and bless his family.
July 1, 2015
Sharma family, Please accept our late condolences as we just found out about your tragic loss. we hope and pray for God to give you strength to go on. Alok will always be missed by everyone.
Saroj and Kris Saha
Laura Ackley & Sander Temme
June 23, 2015
Dear Sharma Family,
I am the wife of Sander Temme, who was Alok's close co-worker for many years.
I wanted you to know that he was one of my favorites among Sander's colleagues.
He of all people went out of his way to make me personally welcome. He always tried to include co-workers' wives in events, and whenever I was seated at a table with him, he inevitably asked me to share my work (the book, San Francisco's Jewel City) with the rest of those assembled.
When the book was complete, he suggested that Thales celebrate by giving it as a prize at RSA. So he was totally supportive of me, personally, although I did not work with him. This, to me, is indicative of his generosity of character.
Further, Alok was always a joy to be around. His passing is a shock to us all and even though I was only "peripherally" related to Thales, I will miss him terribly, as will Sander, who worked with him so closely. When we heard the terrible news, we had to pull off the road and take a while to cry.
I know that nothing can replace him for your family, but I hope that days are getting easier for you. You have our deepest condolences and we are thinking of you every day.
Regards,
Sheryl Wharff
June 23, 2015
I am SO very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Alok for 3 1/2 years at Thales. His friendship will be missed greatly. My sincere condolences to the whole family. Love and prayers.
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Terri Stober
June 22, 2015
Subhashini, Priya, Rishi, With heavy hearts we join the Community is expressing our heartfelt sympathy on Alok's passing. He was a true example of a perfect husband, father, friend and gentleman. We know his soul is in a better place and hope that the memories you have will forever keep him alive in your hearts. --The Stobers - Clay, Terri, Jessica.
Sanjay Agarwal
June 17, 2015
Dr & Mrs. Sharma, I am in total disbelief that something like this has happened. I remember Alok from my days working with him at Hidden Mind in Cary. In fact he was the one who hired me for the job and i cannot remember a day when i did not see a smile on his face. I am deeply shocked to hear of this news and there are no words i can put in this message that can console you and your family, but i can promise you my prayers are and will always be with your family.
Barbara Gilliam
June 15, 2015
Dr. Sharma, I am so very sorry for your loss of your precious son. I know from experience what you are going through. We lost our youngest son Oct 23, 2008 at the age of 33. The pain and void are still with us. So I pray you will find comfort within your faith as we have. Time heals they say. I cannot tell you how much time before you heal because my husband and I are not by any means healed. I worked with you at the NTP Archives if you don't remember me.
Cindy Hester
June 15, 2015
It is hard to believe that I am actually signing this guestbook. I met Alok in 2002 when we both worked at CipherOptics. From the moment I met him, I knew he was something special. His professionalism was always present, yet he had a way of engaging any and everyone and making them feel at ease. We only worked together for a couple of years until he moved on to bigger and better things at Thales, but luckily for me, we remained close friends. As he did for MANY others, Alok supported, uplifted, and encouraged me in every aspect of my life. He definitely could have been a full-time life coach, because he certainly was good at it! And anybody that knew him, would probably agree with me that "fun" should have been his middle name! If you ever had the pleasure of having dinner with him at a restaurant, more than likely, it was always somebody's birthday! :) Yes, Alok knew how to have a good time, and more importantly, always, always made sure that whomever he was with was taken care of and having fun as well. We should all strive to be more like him...and I am certainly going to try.
Upon hearing the news of his sudden passing, I was devastated, like everyone else who knew and loved him. He was just so full of life that it was difficult, and still is difficult, to wrap my head around it. It's just so surreal, and I am having a very difficult time accepting it.
Subhashini, Priya and Rishi..... my heart aches for you guys. Although I've only met you all once a long time ago, I feel like I know you well. Because each time Alok and I talked, I heard EVERYTHING that was going on with each of you!! Sometimes, so much that I had to say, "Can I talk now?" Ha! He loved you guys so very much....but then again, I know you know that.
My heart breaks for you guys, but also selfishly for myself. He was a true friend to me, and someone that I know I could call on for help, even if we hadn't spoken for quite some time. I will miss his support, advice, laughter and beautiful spirit.
Thanks to the three of you for sharing him with so many of us. We will miss him forever.
Deepest Sympathies,
Cindy Hester
Liz Johnson
June 14, 2015
It is still difficult to comprehend and to write these words. Alok is sorely missed. He was a friend to many and a great leader in our community. I am honored to have known Alok. My deepest sympathies to the Sharma family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
June 13, 2015
Dear Subhashini aunty, Priya, Rishi, Nanaji and Naniji,
Our deepest condolences. We have so many memories of Pinku mama over the years - more recently, during his visits to State College. We will miss his warm personality and his sense of humor. Like many others have said, when we think of Pinku mama, among the first things that come to mind are his big smile and his affectionate nature. He continues to inspire us as do all of you by your tremendous strength in the face of adversity. Our prayers are with you.
Bhuvan and Smitha
Ray Patalano
June 12, 2015
I really enjoyed working with Alok. He was a great person and a gentleman. I learned a lot about being a professional from him and I'm glad to have gotten to know him. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family. He will be missed.
Mike Hyland
June 11, 2015
Alok, you were a good friend and a great golf partner. I will miss not seeing you in my backyard every week-end. You will always be in my prayers......
PS I will pay you back the $2.00 I owe you when we tee-up in heaven.
Avtar"Tara" Singh
June 10, 2015
My condolences to Sharma family. I have known Pinku since he was 3yo, when we were in Sudan. I have numerous fond memories. Remember running around all over Khartoum, throwing paper airplanes off the bridge into Nile River. Our families remain close over the years. We came back to US in
1970, my dad talked Uncle Sharma into moving to NC which they did in 1972. Rest is his-story.
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel. Hard to believe Pinku has left this earth. I have a strong feeling he is in better place. I will always miss him. Always will be together in spirit.
Tara
A treasured memory forever...
Seema & Deep (Munna) Reddy
June 9, 2015
Deep (Munna) and Seema Reddy
June 9, 2015
Subhashini,
Our hearts are with you and your family as you cope with Pinku's sudden departure. You are a dear childhood friend, and so we feel your loss very deeply. We will treasure the memories we have of spending time with you and Pinku last summer in Atlanta, when we were able to see and appreciate just what an amazing man Pinku was and what an amazing marriage and family you had together.
We hope that the pain of your loss can be mitigated by the love and support that you are surely receiving from so many friends and family, and that we can be a source of continuing support going forward. Please accept our heartfelt condolences to you and your children, Aunty & Uncle, and Pinku's family.
Love, Munna and Seema.
Leena Shrivastava Dev
June 8, 2015
Dearest Subhashini, You may not remember me, but I knew Pinku and later got to know you in my early years in NC. All I can say is that I will always remember his positive attitude and positive outlook. I was just a high school kid and he was such a wonderful role model to all of us being such a "grown up" in college - 4 years older than us! I remember him always being willing to include the youth group kids and make sure we had an outlet for our high school anxieties. He was a wonderful person and I'm so sad to talk of him in the past tense. I even remember when you got married bc it was like you were everyone's bhabhi! And still are! We are thinking of you in this most tragic and difficult of circumstances. My love to you and the kids and uncle and Aunti too. I wish his and everyone's soul peace.
Smita Kishor Trivedi
June 8, 2015
Pinku and Subhashini's story is well-known throughout the triangle area. The few Indian families who were in North Carolina when we officially got the land and the temple we had all worked for, remember how around that time we also got a great love story that would inspire us for generations.
Some of us witnessed first-hand how their faces just lit up when they were around one another - but most just heard from their parents that they met in college, and they got married around the age of 21. We knew that deep down, this was our parents' dreams realized. They were able to complete their educations but also get married to someone who their parents approved of, even in the United States. What else could our parents hope for?
But for the very first generation of Indian-Americans in NC, since most of our parents' marriages had been arranged, the dream was a Pinku and Subhashini type of union. It was different than the marriages we had witnessed in India, or what we saw still with our parents' - we saw an American love-marriage partnership that kept the Indian customs and traditions that we cared about. Many of us wanted to emulate this in our own lives, and so it's what we began to strive for.
Over the next 25 years, a few found love early on like they did, but many of us went through arranged introductions, and painful conversations with our parents about why we were not yet married and what we were waiting for. In the end, we were all waiting for what Pinku and Subhashini had. The kind of love that you just knew would be forever.
Over the past few days I've been thinking about how incredibly tragic it is that Pinku was taken from Subhashini so early. But I hope that they know how much their love has inspired our community beyond measure and how ever-lasting it truly is, and will be.
Smita Trivedi
June 8, 2015
Dear Sharma family,
Here is a story for you from my heart. Akash (my husband) and I are so sorry for your loss. Much love.
Arvind & Parul Jariwala
June 7, 2015
Our deepest sympathy and condolences. Our prayers are with you.
Pravin and Arti Shah
June 6, 2015
We want to express our heartfelt condolences to Shubhashini, Children, and entire Dr. Sharma's family. We know Alok and entire Dr. Shrma's family since we moved to Raleigh in 1978. We always remember Alok's smiling, friendly, and ever optimistic personality. His life was the inspiration to many young youths raised in this country.
May God grant comfort, strength, and courage to Alok's family and friends. May God grant everlasting peace to his departed soul.
Pravin and Arti Shah
June 6, 2015
We want to express our heartfelt condolences to Shubhashini, Children, and entire Dr. Sharma's family. We know Alok and entire Dr. Shrma's family since we moved to Raleigh in 1978. We always remember Alok's smiling, friendly, and ever optimistic personality. His life was the inspiration to many young youths raised in this country.
May God grant comfort, strength, and courage to Alok's family and friends. May God grant everlasting peace to his departed soul.
Pravin and Arti Shah (Cary, NC)
June 6, 2015
Ram and Shanthi Chandran
June 5, 2015
We want to express our sincere condolences and our prayers to one and all of the Sharma's family members. We know Pinku from 1975 when we came to Raleigh and have seen him grow to become a family man with a loving wife, Subashini and teenage kids Priya and Rishi. Alok is noble, humble, full of love and compassion for his parents, relatives and to the community. Alok's life was an act of inspiration to one and all in the community. As per the Hindu Scriptures that we only have the authority to witness events and we have no power to stop or control them. Though we can't control the events but God has provided us the wisdom and courage to cope up with them. This beautiful Swedish saying explains why Alok decided to depart: "The ones God love, He takes back early. Let us all join Sharma's family and pray Lord the Almighty to provide Shubashini, Priya and Rishi the necessary courage to cope up with this event. Hindu philosophy of life according to the Upanishads:- Life is a Bridge, Enjoy Crossing without Building Castles!
Ashita Patel
June 5, 2015
Heart felt condolences to the Sharma family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Adel Fahmy
June 5, 2015
Shocked, saddened, hurt to hear of Alok's untimely death. Knew him from our days as coworkers at IBM, then working together to share our cultures at the International Festival and then supporting cancer patients through the Caring Community Foundation. His wide smile, his contagious optimism, and his deep care for fellow man were always apparent. Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. Be assured that what he has done to help others over the years will always be remembered.
Vithal/ Smita Shah
June 5, 2015
Alok was a role model for all of us - as a son, as a parent and as a husband. His enthusiasm and dedication to the community affected all our lives in a positive way. He will be sorely missed. Our heartfelt condolences to the family. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/guestbooks/newsobserver/alok-sharma-condolences/174997152?cid=full#sthash.1GBqN3ov.dpuf
Debu Purohit
June 5, 2015
Alok was a role model for all of us - as a son, as a parent and as a husband. His enthusiasm and dedication to the community affected all our lives in a positive way. He will be sorely missed. Our heartfelt condolences to the family.
Purohit family
Aum, Peace, Positive Thinking
Aparna Mishra Sproelich
June 5, 2015
Our deepest sympathy and condolences go out to the Sharma family. We are deeply saddened by this news. Words cannot express the sadness we feel. Alok has left his joyful energy in the legacy of his family and HSNC. We always looked forward to seeing his enthusiasm at the annual HSNC golf tournament. He will be missed. The Hindu meaning of Alok is brightness, splendor or moonlight he lived up to this meaning in our community. ~Aparna, Mike, Maya and Max Sproelich
Mike Campbell
June 5, 2015
His inspiration will be with us always. Great friend, he will be missed. Heartfelt condolences to the family.
Rajesh & Rekha Rao
June 4, 2015
The shock. The sorrow. The injustice. A bright beacon extinguished prematurely, but the light and warmth lives on. In the hearts and minds of all who had the privilege of knowing gregarious and good-natured Alok. Our heartfelt condolences to his dear family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your spiritual strength and close ties help bridge the void left by Pinku's absence.
Anuradha Sharma Magee
June 4, 2015
I have the honor to say Pinku was my second cousin. To me our slight months age difference made us close enough to fight like siblings, but then later to relate as peers. He was athletic, fun, full of life and later on when I got married, made my husband Michael feel like a welcome part of the Indian clan. I spent many a summer during my teenage years, in North Carolina at my Sarojini Bua and Ganghadar Pupaji's house- those are some of my most treasured memories. I learned how they easily made it look in making these huge dinners together like it was nothing, (some of the best meals I ever ate were at that house!) how they could conduct major pujas and have hundreds of people show up and organize entire banquests to feed everyone. I learned to love football and basketball and I learned to embrace the Wolfpack, thanks to Pinku. Years later my husband, my younger daughters Kalyani and Kiran, who were much younger at the time ( and are the same ages as Priya and Rishi,) spent a beautiful weekend with Pinku and Subashini at their house in Cary, and they showed us their typical caring hospitality.
The utter shock and the sorrow for Subashini, Priya and Rishi, that we feel as well as for his entire is overwhelming.
We alll grieve for and with them and we are united with them, as only good family and friends can.
Swami Brahmarupananda
June 4, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lalitha Krishnasami
June 4, 2015
I am deeply saddened by the sudden and untimely loss of your Alok, the dearest son, husband and father, to your entire family. My thoughts are with your family. May Alok's soul rest in peace.
Tilak Sikri
June 4, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences to Sharma uncle and auntie. They have been a pillar of our community in the triangle area for over three decades. They have provided motivation and comfort to countless people over the years. Our prayers are with them. We wish them all the strength to bear this loss.
Tilak and Kiran Sikri
nita Sadhwani
June 4, 2015
We love you and always remember your presence in our mist.
June 4, 2015
Dear Uncle, Aunty, Subhashini, Priya, Rishi, Madhu, Bharat and family;
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Alok was a happy, generous, positive, helpful friend to so many and we will miss his physical presence. But his spirit will be with us, channeled through Rishi and Priya and their and your strength. With thoughts and prayer, Prakash and Niru Sista
Arundhati Baba
June 4, 2015
We are deeply saddened by the un-timely demise of Alok Sharma. Our heart felt condolences to Alok and his family.
THE MEASURE OF A MAN is Not - "how did he die" But - "how did he live" Not - "what did he gain" But - "what did he give" These are the units To measure the worth of Alok, as a man, Regardless of birth.
RTP Indian community lost a real champion of mankind. Alok will be always in our heart.
-Arundhati & MM Baba
Renu Jain
June 4, 2015
We have known the Sharma family for over 17 years now and having just attending the memorial service today, listening to Priya and Rishi speak with such command, sincerity and expression of love for their dad, I can see his spirit living on in his children. He has passed on great values to his own entire family- young and old, but also to everyone he interacted with-to always live life with gusto, find humor in everywhere, challenge the norm and love and take care of your family. You will be missed Alok.
Mira and Anil Chandarana
June 4, 2015
Death and such sudden young death always his difficult for dear and near ones and for the parents. May God grant the family to sustain through very sad times. May the God grant eternal peace to the departed soul. Om Shanti: Om Shanti: Om Shanti:
Niki Arya
June 4, 2015
One of my earliest memories as a child growing up in Raleigh was going to the many parties at the Sharmas' house and hanging out with Alok, aka 'Pinku'. I also remember going to his wedding almost 30 years ago. Logic cannot explain why such a wonderful person is gone too soon but I know his legacy will live on forever through his family and all the others who he had such a positive impact on. RIP, Pinku.
aidan hegarty
June 4, 2015
To : Subhashini, Rishi, Pria and Family
I am so sorry and have no words to express my feelings adequately. I can only try to imagine how you all must feel but I am sure that doesn't come close. I have had the pleasure to work with Alok for a numbers of years and he was someone I truly respected. He brought his joy of life and infectious enthusiasm with him whenever we met. He was someone I trusted implicitly. Alok was a man whose honesty, generosity and integrity I admired greatly. I will remember him for many praiseworthy reasons but particularly for his smiling eyes and infectious laugh.
Aidan
Mohit Sharma
June 4, 2015
I will be missing you whole my life. You were my elder brother.
Tim Ade
June 4, 2015
Please accept my deepest sympathies at this difficult time. I joined Thales only 2 short months ago. Alok went out of his way to make me feel welcome and a valued person on his sales team each and every time we met. His smile and great sense of humor will never be forgotten. You all are in my prayers.
Brad Beutlich
June 4, 2015
I am at a loss for words. Alok was my boss and my friend. I still cannot believe he's no longer going to give me advice. I will be passing on his wisdom for many years to come. My heart goes out to the Sharma family. All my love.
Rashmi Sharma
June 4, 2015
Next time when I hear that the angels smile, I would know that among them is one of our own, my sweet and kind brother "Alok".
Suresh Venna
June 4, 2015
You will be missed Mr. Alok....God Bless you wherever you are !!
MadhoS Singh
June 4, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Braj Agrawal
June 4, 2015
I will always remember his smile and good nature. Our deepest sympathies go out to the Sharma family from our family.
Purnima Kotiya
June 4, 2015
Alok, you will be missed by entire community. Sharma family, thanks for sharing Alok with us. We have known him since 1984. His charismatic personality, caring nature and smile have win our hearts. Deepest sympathy to Subhashjni, Priya and Rishi. Please watch us and guide young generation for ever. You are our shining star. You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Ohm Shanti,Shanti, Shanti.
Purnima Jayesh Kotiya.
Joe Everett
June 4, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Sharma family. I played basketball in the 35 and older league at the Cary Family YMCA with Alok. Even at 35 he may have been the most gifted athlete I have ever been on a court with. I was surprised to learn that basketball was not his favorite sport. What was even more rewarding was discovering what a tremendous human being he was. Our team would hang out for an hour or so after every game. No topic was off-limits ever. We frequently talked about the differences in our races, religions and cultures. The discussions were enlightening. My understanding and appreciation of our differences grew through knowing Alok. My understanding and appreciation of humanity grew through knowing Alok.
PRAVI PATEL
June 4, 2015
SHARMAJI AND FAMILY. OUR DEEPEST CONDOLONCESFOR UNEXPECTEKD PSSING OF ALOK.
MAY GOD GIVE PIECE TO HIS SOUL
Karl Batchelor
June 4, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the Sharma family. The loss I feel of my friend and mentor has been a tremendous burden for me and I cannot imagine the loss and sadness you all must feel.
Alok was a man full of spirit and joy and I hope that as time passes the memories of him will too bring us some joy and healing.
I will miss him dearly and will keep him in my thoughts always.
June 4, 2015
Heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to the entire Sharma family.
We pray to God to grant peace, strength and solace to your families at this hour of need.
Gita Bakhru and
Umesh Bakhru
Jo Seekins
June 4, 2015
Sharma family, I just heard the news about your Dad. Our thoughts are prayers are with you now and in the days ahead. The Seekins famly
June 4, 2015
Such a promising life cut short prematurely! May God grant peace to the departed soul and strength to the Sharma family to bear this unbearable loss.
Manju and GP Shukla
Founding Member of the Morrisville Community Fund
Jackie Holcombe and Family
June 4, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to the Sharma family and all who were touched by Alok's enthusiastic spirit. Our community has lost someone very special.
Shekhar and Sarita Shetty
June 4, 2015
It was with great sadness that we heard the passing of Alok. It is huge loss for the Sharma family and to the community. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and we pray that God gives you strength and comfort in these difficult times.
Ramesh and Kuldeep Vyas and Family
June 4, 2015
Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
June 4, 2015
Dear Sharma family - It's a very sad to hear Alok is not with us. It was a sudden shock to hear about his passing away. Our heartfelt condolences to entire Sharma family. May Almighty God grant peace,strength and comfort to entire family during this difficult time.
Gurjit & Sangeeta Sawhney
Nikita Hattangady and family
June 4, 2015
Remembering the warmth and Joy that Alok shared everywhere he went. Sending prayers abd strength to his family and the entire community
Linga Murty
June 4, 2015
Dear Mrs and Dr Sharma & Reddy family,
It is very saddening to learn of the sudden demise of Pinku whom we knew since his college days. We pray the Lord to bestow his blessings and give strength to you all to go through the ordeal.
Our prayers are for you all and Subhashini and children.
Shiv Ajmera
June 4, 2015
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to Mr & Mrs Sharma and family. Our prayers for peace and strength to the whole family to deal with such a difficult time.
Shiv and Rajni Ajmera
Linda Brafford
June 4, 2015
I remember Pink when he was a teenager. He always fit in any group and was an easy person to like. I imagine that all pictures taken in his lifetime have him smiling, because that's just the way he was.
President HumSub
June 4, 2015
Dear Sharma Family, Please accept HumSub's heartfelt condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Harish Amble
June 4, 2015
It was a sudden shock to hear about his passing away. You and I worked together in Nortel. In fact you were the first "desi" I met when I moved to NC in 1989. You took me to HSNC and to your home the very first day. Your family celebrated my first birthday in NC. You were the guiding light in my carrier and we both bumped in various airports as we both travelled a lot. We will all miss you Pinku. My prayers go to Subashini and the children. What a loss. RIP Pinku.
Kapil & Romana Rawal
June 3, 2015
We are deeply saddened by the news of Alok's passing. His presence will surely be missed. Our heartfelt condolences to the entire Sharma family. May God grant you peace, comfort & strength during this difficult time!
Ruchika Naresh Giri
June 3, 2015
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anyone who thinks the soul is the slayer and anyone who thinks the soul is slain both of them are in ignorance; the soul never slays nor is slain
For one who has taken birth, death is certain and for the one who is dead, birth is certain; therefore you ought not to lament for an inevitable situation
Sumedh Barde
June 3, 2015
Shocked and deeply saddened by this news. I worked with Alok over the last 3 years. Every meeting with him was full of humor and yet we achieved lots together. He really demonstrated what it means to work hard, play hard. It was clear he was a doting father when he took his son 3000 miles across to Seattle to watch ex-NCState Russell Wilson who his son adored. Alok's large spirit will live on in his friends and family. Wishing his family strength at this time.
Sumedha Ariely
June 3, 2015
Pinku was my surrogate Bhaiya. For many of us growing-up in Raleigh-Durham in the 70s, he was literally our big brother link to India and our community. He was there for us at Temple summer camps, Diwali festivals, weekly community dinners, and at spontaneous sangeet home gatherings. He was always energetic, his smile would light up his whole face, his laugh was large and infectious, and his support and love for all us kids was always clear and strong.
I have many memories of Pinku Bhaiya, but just one to share here. At the India night held at NC State University, in about 1976, I was ambivalent about participating. In the past, mummy and other aunties had got us to learn and perform an Indian dance. I was getting too old for this I thought. I was in Ballet now. I rebelliously told my mother that one yearly recital should be enough. Finally, with a heavy dose of traditional Indian mother guilt, I agreed to do a ballet performance with Neelam Shah and another girl. I remember Pinku Bhaiya was coordinating and helping arrange acts behind the stage. Nikki and Neha Vyas did their beautiful Radha/Krishna dance. The happiness in Pinku's Bhaiya's eyes as each group went on was so encouraging, and as I came off stage, he sought me out, and gave me a high-five, his eyes full of pride. I knew if he was happy with my performance I had done well and all the months of practice were worth it. I will always remember the kindness in his eyes and strength of his personality, and the faith and love he learned from aunty and uncle Sharma and their amazing family. He was as much my cousin Bhaiya as any I have in India. He grew-up with us and was a critical constant in so many of our childhoods. I know he would not want us to be sad, and so we will try to not be selfish in feeling our loss in his new journey, but try and take comfort in remembering him and in hoping we get to meet again in new worlds and ways.
Sumi (Gupta) Ariely
June 4, 2015
James Mason
June 3, 2015
Alok has been a wonderful friend to know. I have enjoyed his company since the first day that we met. I know that I should not play favorites, but he was definitely one of them. He will forever be an inspiration to me. It was always evident that family meant a great deal to him. He cared about everyone and it showed. To the family, I love you like my own and want you to know that I will keep you in my prayers. Thank you for the motivation that you give to me daily from your loving spirits. I am always available if you need anything.
With Love and Prayers
Richard Moulds
June 3, 2015
Just a wonderfully inspiring man, the most positive person I have ever had the pleasure of knowing - I will miss him greatly as will many others - my sincere condolences to the Sharma family
Raj Rajan
June 3, 2015
I happened to meet Alok about three weeks ago as a fellow volunteer at Habitat for Humanity when I had the opportunity to update myself on Alok and his family. He was so excited to talk about his wife Subhashini as well as his talented son Rishi and daughter Priya. I can see the glitter in his eyes on how proud he was of your accomplishments. I was equally amazed at his zeal for social service at this young age. He will be surely missed by everyone he touched especially by you all. Mythili & I hope and pray that God gives you the strength to bear this loss. Here is a quote that might give you some solace:
Perhaps they are not the stars,
But rather openings in heaven where
The love of our lost ones pours through
And shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.
Eskimo Legend
Swati Joshi
June 3, 2015
When I first met Pinku at NCState, he was introduced to me as Pinku and for many years, I never knew Pinku's real name. So I'll always remember Alok as Pinku and he reminded me of this years later, when I called him Alok. he said, Swati to you, I'm Pinku! So Pinku's enthusiasm for life, his optimistic attitude, and his playful nature are what have stayed with me all these years and this is how I will fondly remember him.
And, when I first met Pinku, I also met Subhashinithey were a team and have always been a team. Our deepest condolences to Subhashini, Priya, and Rishi; Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
May the Lord grant comfort, strength, and courage to Pinku's family and friends. May the Lord grant everlasting peace to his departed soul.
With much love, deep sadness for this terrible loss, and fond memories of Pinku,
Swati and Nina
Vikas and Neha Patel
June 3, 2015
Our condolences to the Sharma Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Vincent Addona
June 3, 2015
I have been best friends with Mr. Sharma's son, Rishi, for almost 8 years. I can see the resemblance of Mr. Sharma's loving and passionate side every time I was with Rishi. Whenever I would come over his house, he would welcome me in with open arms. My favorite memory of Mr. Sharma was when He would host Super Bowl parties. I always looked forward to his delicious cooking, but the first time I had his chili I was brought to tears due to how spicy it was. Next time I came over, he went as far as to make me a separate bowl of chili without the spices so I could be able to eat it. It's this kind of hospitality and caring nature that made Mr. Sharma such an amazing man. I could not be prouder of the young man that he raised who ended up being my best friend.
Kitty Foresman
June 3, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with Alok Sharma's family. I met Alok thru work at Thales. I work in the FL office and whenever he visited the office as soon as he walked in the door you knew Alok was here. He was funny and I liked how you could joke around with him. He had a very infectious smile and spirit that will be missed. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Kitty Foresman
Prashant Harde
June 3, 2015
My heartfelt condolences to Sharma Ji and Sharma Aunty and entire Sharma family.
Shubhra Harde and Prashant Harde
Aruna and Tilak Shah
June 3, 2015
Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to Mr. And Mrs. Sharma and entire family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dhirubhai & Kusumben Desai
June 3, 2015
We convey our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to Mr.Gangadhar Sharma amd Mrs. Saroj Sharma on the loss of their beloved son Alok Sharma.
Our prayers to Almighty God to rest his soul in eternal peace.
DHIRUBHBAI AND KUSUMBEN DESAI AND FAMILY.
Vasudha Gupta
June 3, 2015
No one can not obey the call of Divinity, no matter how much we think we needed you here. We bid you peace, and even greater joy and success wherever and whatever your purpose in the hereafter. Your Lovely wife Subhashini, dynamic children, Priya and Rishi; parents, Saroj and Gangadhar Sharma, siblings , friends will miss you sorely but will remember fondly your humor, easy charm and super great sense of responsibility and community spirit. Love you Alok, and will remember you fondly.
Arun & Meenakshi Chopra
June 3, 2015
Sharma family, we are sorry to hear about loss of Alok. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Hope God will give you all the strength to over come this loss.
Gyan and Poonam Gupta
June 3, 2015
Our condolences to the whole Sharma family. Your loss is our loss. May God give peace to the departed soul.
The Ward Family
June 3, 2015
Sharma Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Dilber & Neville Motashaw
June 3, 2015
Our deepest & heartfelt condolences to the entire Sharma family. Alok will sorely be missed by one & all who knew him. May God grant you the strength to get through this tragic loss, you are in our thoughts & prayers..with blessings!
Geeta Patel
June 3, 2015
My deepest sympathy and condolences to Mr & Mrs Sharma and Alok's wife, children and extended family. Our prayers for peace and strength to the whole family to deal with such a difficult time."
Geeta Chiman Patel (Cary NC)
Suman Sehgal
June 3, 2015
Our deepest sympathies and prayers for peace to Alok's wife, children, parents, and extended family at such a difficult time.
Best wishes, Suman and K.C. Sehgal
June 3, 2015
"We convey our heartfelt condolence to Sharma family; though I only met Alok recently in a fundraising meeting his leadership and welcoming personality was very evident and effective. May god rest his soul in peace."
Diju and Lynne Raha
Swati Joshi
June 3, 2015
When I first met Pinku at NCState, he was introduced to me as Pinku and for many years, I never knew Pinku's real name. So I'll always remember Alok as Pinku and he reminded me of this years later, when I called him Alok. he said, Swati to you, I'm Pinku! So Pinku's enthusiasm for life, his optimistic attitude, and his playful nature are what have stayed with me all these years and this is how I will fondly remember him.
And, when I first met Pinku, I also met Subhashinithey were a team and have always been a team. Our deepest condolences to Subhashini, Priya, and Rishi; Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
May the Lord grant comfort, strength, and courage to Pinku's family and friends. May the Lord grant everlasting peace to his departed soul.
I'm reminded of a sloka from the Upanishad
Om Asato ma sadgamaya , (Lead me to pure existence)
Tamaso ma jyotir gamaya, (Lead me from darkness to light)
Mrityorma amritam gamaya (Lead me from death to immortality)
Om Shanti- Shanti- Shanti (OM, Peace, Peace, Peace)
With much love, deep sadness for this terrible loss, and fond memories of Pinku,
Swati and Nina
Kailash and Bina Agarwal
June 3, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. We will surely miss the presence of a truly lovable and kind person.
Shivananda Bhat
June 3, 2015
My heartfelt condolences to Sharma family. I worked in temple when Alok Sharma was also president of HSNC. He helped temple priests to live in a brand new house in his presidency. May his soul rest in peace.
Laura Batchelor
June 3, 2015
I grew up across the street from Alok on Kaplan Drive. I was six or seven years old when I first arrived at our new house the first thing I saw was Alok (or Pinku as we called him when we were young.) I remember seeing him sitting on his red bicycle at the top of his driveway watching us and I remember wondering if he'd be our friend. And what a wonderful friend he was. Alok was my brother's age and although I was two years younger than them, he was always so nice and friendly to me. I know he was that way to everyone his entire life. The world is truly a sadder and more lonely place without Alok. I feel privileged to have known him. Goodbye, old friend and thanks for everything.
Himat Shah
June 3, 2015
Himat and Manju shah
Morrisville nc27560
Judy Carrino
June 3, 2015
My son Darren knew Alok in the 70's and 80's. They played basketball often. I liked him the best of all my son's friends. Alok was a wonderful person and I am very saddened to hear of his passing. My condolences to the family.
John Casadonte
June 3, 2015
To Alok's wife, children and extended family I wish you all peace at such a difficult time. I will keep you in my prayers.
June 3, 2015
Our condolence to the bereaved family. Alok's energy and enthusiasm enlightened the community here; may his immortal soul shine some part of the universe.
Kamalendu & Shyamali Das
Bill Gregory
June 3, 2015
I met Alok before he could drive a car. We spent many years playing basketball together. I have so many happy memories of spending time with him on and off the basketball court. He grew up to become an extraordinary man. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with Subhashini, Priya, Rishi, Alok's parents and the rest of his family. He will always be remembered. RIP Alok.
Jeremy Eisenman
June 3, 2015
Alok is a great spirit for sure. Always fun, laughing and smiling he imparted this wisdom to me that I now carry...
Do 7 things a day, every day. Not 3 and not 20 and you will be 'just fine'. Split your life in thirds. Family, Health and Work. These are words to live by. Thank you Alok and rest in peace.
Jeremy Eisenman
Anup Marwaha
June 3, 2015
I worked for Alok at Thales. Alok's high energy & joyful spirit is something that we will sorely miss! He was always a true go-getter, a great teacher & a good friend! I will miss his grand entry, everytime he visited our Florida office. His jokes about his hair, would come-in at the least expected time & could add a chuckle to any dull moment.
Our deepest condolences to the Sharma family, in this tough time!
Mark Bradford
June 3, 2015
Alok was an amazing talent and a genuinely great human being. Was great working with him when I was at Nortel Networks.
Jagat and Purnima PARIKH
June 3, 2015
I was going to missed his company at Preston wood country club we use to hang out to gether have lots of talked about our family and kids and always talked about Hindu society progress and he was much in to the learning center
He was a great inspiration to lots of people specially golf group at club God blessed his soul
Christopher Glidden
June 3, 2015
I worked for and with Alok for the past 5 years - he was a leader and a teacher and a friend and I was lucky to know him.
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