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Rajesh Ranjan Das ("Raja")
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Viviana Rodriguez
September 19, 2021
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Das (and family), I was a student with Raja at Columbia and a friend of Sangeeta's when she joined as a freshman. I know it's 15 years ago that he passed, but I always think of him, his charm, his intelligence, his incredible, friendly aura. Please know that he will never be forgotten. Never. Hope you are all well. -Viviana '02
Michelle Barone
April 27, 2007
Dear Das Family,
I recently learned of Raja's passing as I was reading the CU Engineering Magazine. A pit formed in my stomach and I still cannot understand how such a well-rounded, dynamic, intelligent, funny and caring person can be taken away from this earth so early in life. It took me a few moments to realize that Raja has left his footprint and I believe that it is unique and deeply embedded into our hearts.
Raja and I met at Columbia during our time on the student council. We shared a few classes and as time went by, had established an amazing and special connection. We shared happy and sad moments, late night phone calls and aspirations. Raja had an amazing way of finding and bringing out the best in everyone.
Evelyn Puchta
March 25, 2007
Dear Nilima,
I met you last year when I visited your work and I remember you sharing about Rajesh with me. I just heard of his passing from you and I can't imagine your family's pain. I am keeping your whole family in prayer. I am so sorry for your loss. I never met Rajesh but I feel like I knew him through your stories of him. We is with God now and I will keep you in prayer everyday.
Sara Kim
January 4, 2007
Dear Raja's family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Raja at Columbia and we were good friends throughout college. He was the sweetest person I knew who used to always make me laugh and was there whenever I needed a friend. I will miss him a lot.
With love,
Sara
Mousumi Mallik
January 2, 2007
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will always remember Raja for his beautiful smile and ability to make everyone around him feel loved. My prayers are with you.
Amita Kamath
December 29, 2006
Dear Das family,
I just came to know about dear Raja's passing today, a friend sent me a link to the article in the paper. I am so shocked, I knew Raja at Duke during my internship, he was such a promising, bright medical student, eager to learn, the world at his footsteps. I am so sorry to hear about this tragedy. His memory will live on in all of us. I wish you all the greatest strength in this time of such tragedy. Amita Kamath
Priya Raina
December 27, 2006
Dear Das Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Raja and I first met during our freshman year at Columbia University. He was truly a wonderful friend. My wishes are with you.
Damini Patel
December 26, 2006
Sangeeta, Anshu, Auntie, and Uncle, I am so sorry for your loss, the most precious has fallen i can not fathom your pain. My heart, prayers, strength, and deepest sympathy is with you. there are no words to justify this dark time, but i will forever continue to pray for you all. sending you my love & keeping Raja's spirit alive. God Bless.
Karina Lubell
December 24, 2006
Dear Das Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I lived on John Jay 13 with Raja our freshman year at Columbia and it was really thanks to him that we all had such a wonderful and memorable experience. Raja always made everyone feel comfortable, included and generally special. I will always have fond memories of him. My thoughts are with you all.
Lata Mundkur
December 24, 2006
Dear Neelima,Shyam,Sangeeta and Anshu,
We have no words,still hard to beleive this. We remember dear Raja,with his smiling face,and playing tabla,always sooo happy and cheerful.
We will dedicate our next satsang to Raja.
Lata,Pravin,Mallika ,Shiv
sheshu shenoy
December 23, 2006
Dear Das Family,
I have met "Raja" a few times in the last couple of years. we somehow managed to get close and talk about a lot of things... he, being a very genuine man that he always was, would tell me about a lot of things; and i would just sit there and listen to him.. even at this hour of grief.. i am glad i had some quality time with him a couple of days before thanksgiving and he promised me that he would see me before the end of the year! and he even told me how disgusting my habit of smoking was and i should consider not doing it..
i am sure he would find peace where ever he is right now.. as much has he has left a void here, he is surely going to light up some other place somewhere else..
The god or whoever is upthere... better have a reasonable answer. i know what I am going to ask if i ever get to meet him/her!
I would reallee appreciate if I can get an opportunity to meet you all...
sheshu
and all of Raja's friends at Off the Hookah, Sunnyvale, ca
Sanjay Jhunjhunwala
December 20, 2006
Dear Shyam,
All of us at TiE - Bihar are shocked are aggrieved on getting the news of the untimely demise of Rajesh. We express our condolence and pray to the almighty for the giving you the strength to cope with the this greatests of all sorrows.
Lucky and Abhijit
December 18, 2006
Mama, Mami, Sangeeta and Anshu,
The bereaving news just reached us. We cannot fathom what you are going through. We convey our deepest condolence and pray for peace at this time of sorrow.
Raja's smiling face is etched clear in our memory. We remember his infectious enthusiasm, his gentle teasing, his sense of humor and his ability to pull everyone together. He will be in our prayers.
Putul Biswas
December 18, 2006
Dear Sangeeta, Anshu, Phool Da, Phool Kaki,
It is one of life's most difficult experiences to lose someone who has been a part of your life somewhere down the memory lane. The way I was attached mentally to Raja all these years, I, the eldest of our brothers and sisters, felt that it should have been me instead of Raja. The Almighty take away only the good people because he needs them up there.
Putul, Subhasis, Sona & Sagar.(INDIA)
Virendra Verma
December 18, 2006
Dear Shyam, Neelima, Anshu and Sangeeta,
Last night, we heard this sad news about Raja from Nalini Parekh. We all are deeply shocked. We would like to convey our deepest sympathies and condolences to you all.
Raja was a bright young kid and we always admired his tabla when he was growing up in Boston area. Neelima and Shyam, you both went out of your way to take good care of your children. We know how hard it must be for you to bear the pain. May God give you necessary strength in this hour to overcome the pain due to sudden loss of your beloved son, Raja.
-- Nidhi, Shruti, Beena and Virendra
Dinesh Patel
December 17, 2006
Dear Anshu, Nilima and Shyam, and Sangeeta,
Rajeshavari and I heard about this very unfortunate and deeply saddening event when we were in India. I just arrived today (Raju returns on Wednesday) and would like to convey my sincere condolences to you all.
Anshu and Sangeeta, I hope you will find the inner strength to deal with the terrible loss of your role model brother. We can only pray and hope to pick up the subtle messages conveyed through this unfortunate event that was beyond our control.
Nilima and Shyam, I realize that the most painful event for a parent is to see their kid in pain. You have been dealt a very unfair hand - I cannot even imagine how you are coping with this.
Rajeshvari, Vivek, Aalok and I are deeply saddened by this tragedy. We look forward to visiting you soon in person and to hear about some of the fond memories of Raja from you folks.
Dinesh & Rajeshvari Patel
Manju Gupta
December 17, 2006
Dear Neelima
Today Icame to know about this tragedy Icould not able to believe. i know your son thru Bihar samaj. He prticipated in the Ramayan play and acted as Ram, my daughter Tanvi played the role of Seeta. I have seen him during the reharsal in west San Jose, I am really shocked . God give you strength to bear this big loss.
Amita Dev
December 16, 2006
Nilima, Shyam, Sangeeta and Anshu
We were deeply shocked at the news. Our deepest sympathies to you and the family. Raja was so full of life- he was life itself. May god give the family, friends and entire community- Monta Vista, Cupertino, Columbia and Duke strength to bear this loss.
Naren,Amita, Rupa,Ravi and Sid Dev from Cupertino
Bablu
December 16, 2006
I and my family remembered very old memeories about raja, when he visited india with his family.
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Ankita Ghosh
December 15, 2006
Dear Dada,Bodi,Sangeeta,Anshu,
Accept my heart filled condolence for this tragic event.We know it has been a great loss to the entire family.But he will forever be remembered for his great intellect and humour.
From Indu,Ranjit,Abhijit,Ankita
Gyan ..(Piyus) shanker
December 15, 2006
I am stunned to accept the reality that my brother Raja is not with us now.Pain is unbearable to loose some one like Raja whome all of us have seen growing since childhoold. My heart-felt condolences on the loss of Raja. Words cannot express how sad we all (Raja's family at India)are to hear this news.
Vinita Belani
December 15, 2006
Nilima, Shyam and family,
I cannot even begin to fathom your pain. A child is unarguably the most precious person and the greatest loss to any human being.
Our heartfelt condolences.
It is a loss not just for you but for everyone whose lives your wonderfully intelligent and talented son touched and would have touched.
God must have needed him for a higher purpose.
Our thoughts are with you.
Ashok, Vinita, Abhishek, Abhimanyu, Abhilasha.
Seema Gupta
December 15, 2006
Raja Das loved to work with young kids and devoted his research to
bring smiles to the faces of financially disadvantaged and physically challenged children. His research in pediatric craniofacial plastic
surgery helped enhance the understanding of cranial surgery.
Though we take our smiles for granted, smiles are one of the most
powerful forms of expression and medicines for healing. Smiles are
contagious and create happiness for the person smiling and those around
them.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to:
Pediatric Craniofacial Research Fund
c/o Dr. Jeffery Marcus
Duke University Medial Center
Box 3974
Durham, NC 27710
Mike and Lisa Hornbuckle
December 14, 2006
Sangeeta and Family, I am beyond stunned to hear of Raja's fate. Im so sorry to hear of your loss...the loss of such a special young man that i had the priviledge of knowing. He had such aspirations to help little ones. It seems so unfair. I wish i could say the right words to ease your pain. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kate McDermott
December 14, 2006
I am so sorry to read this story of the death of this sweet and talented young man... just the sort of person this world needs more of. To lose one of them is an incalcuable disaster.
How wonderful that we shared our lovely planet for a time.
My warmest wishes to the Das family. I too lost a treasured brother when he and I were young adults; he died almost on the same day in December. I still mourn for him sometimes, after 40+ years. I have learned to live with it, which I suspect is the best we can achieve; it isn't easy but it is good enough. Rahesh will be with you always, is my best thought. May all the gods bless you no matter what they are called.
Sincerely,
Sushma Narinder Pal
December 14, 2006
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Karen Herzog
December 14, 2006
Dear Nilima & Shyam,
This past weekend while visiting friends in Durham, NC, my husband and I heard of your son's passing. My heart broke open as our close friend, the new Medical Director of the Duke Center for Integrative Medicine, recounted the story with great concern and compassion. The loss of a child is like no other loss and always out of season. My husband and I lost our 4-year-old daughter, Sophia, to a rare neurodegenerative condition in July 2005. Like Raja, she was a gift to us and the world. The strength of one's character can be seen in how we care for children. May Raja's spirit guide other promising and caring medical students to the field of pediatrics. I wish peace and healing to you and your family.
Subhash Jetley
December 14, 2006
Dear Nilima ji, Shyam ji, Sangeeta and Anshu, on behalf of myself and my family, I would like to send you our deepest sympathies and tell you we are truly sorry for your loss. I met you for the first time on Sunday Dec 10. I was very touched on learning details about Raja. My family members Sadhana, Nidhi, Nupur, Shikha and myself are overcome with grief constantly. It will be impossible to forget him. He touched the lives of especially Nupur, Nidhi and Shikha very deeply. Raja lived a richer and more rewarding life than most people live in a lifetime, beyond all doubts. Please accept our heart-felt condolences on the loss of Raja. May God give us all some strength to bear this loss and inspiration to live life to he fullest like he did. He will be missed by everyone. We know he readily made everyone feel warmly welcome. God rest his soul in peace.
Subhash, Rekha, Nidhi, Nupur, Shikha
Jetley
Amitabh & Reema Chandra
December 13, 2006
Reema and I just came to know of this catastrophe. In your grief, we hope you're able to draw some comfort from the fact that in the short amount of time Raja spent with us here on earth, he distributed more joy than most do in very long lives. May be that's why he was taken away from us. We pray for you to have the strength to cope with this loss, and, in time, to figure out a way to carry on Raja's mission of bringing joy to others.
With Love, Akshay, AJ, Hasmita, Shantaben, Shannon, and Amit Patel
December 13, 2006
Dear Nilima Auntie, Shyam Uncle, Sangeeta and Anshu, on behalf of myself and my family, I would just like to send you our deepest sympathies and tell you we are truly sorry for your loss. I feel honored to have attended yesterday’s service. In his 26 years, I think Raja lived a richer and more rewarding life than most people live in a lifetime and that the love and honesty you all share is amazing, beautiful, and something to aspire to in any family. I’m certain he IS proud of the strength and courage you all showed while sharing your thoughts and memories with us. I’m borrowing words when I say, “people come into our lives for a reason, bringing something we must learn and we are blessed by those who help us most to grow.” Well I’ve learned many important lessons from his life and your family and will strive to live each moment to the fullest to honor you and Raja.
Mihir Khilnani
December 13, 2006
Dear Aunty and Uncle, Sangeeta and Anshu,
Please accept my heart-felt condolences on the loss of Raja. Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear this news. Raja's friendship, love, humour and large-heart have definitely been an inspiration to me. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy, Jim, Laura, and Brian Eckstein
December 12, 2006
Dear Nilima, Shyam, Anshu, and Sangeeta,
We are so sorry about your tragic loss of dear Raja. His death is profoundly sorrowful, and we know he will always be deeply missed. Among his many gifts, we think immediately of his quick smile and joyful spirit. We remember him as being so kind to the younger boys, but, in truth, he readily made everyone feel warmly welcome. We send you our sincere condolences.
Love from all of us,
Sangeeta Gupte
December 12, 2006
Dear Nilima, Shyam, Sangeeta & Anshu,
We send you our deepest condolences for this sudden loss. Words cannot describe the sadness of this news. Raja was a kind and caring person who touched many lives. He is in our thoughts and prayers. May his soul rest in peace.
Bharat-Sangeeta Gupte.
Dennis, Vivian and Tobin Low
December 11, 2006
Nilima, Anshu, Sangetta and Shyam,
Our entire family feels your sorrow intensely. We remember the excitement for life and radiant joy that always surrounded Raja. The sense of loss is too great for words. Our deepest sympathy and love to you all.
Ulka Agarwal
December 11, 2006
Dear Auntie, Uncle, Sangeeta and Anshu, I am so sorry for everything you are going through right now. I have so much love in my heart for Raja, and will always remember his charming smile, amazing tabla playing and great sense of humor and wit. You must all be so proud of the wonderful young man that he will always be. He touched so many lives, had so many friends and so many people in his life who will continue to love him and think of him everyday. I am so proud to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rajesh & Tini Raman
December 11, 2006
Nilima,
Shyam, Sangeet & Anshu
Words can not do justice nor it can be expressed what we feel at this
sudden and tragic loss of Raja, who was not only yours but everyone's
joy and pride. Having seen him grow from the age of five into a loved,
admired, talented and all around fantastic young man, this loss is an
utter disbelief for all of us. We pray to God to give strength and
peace to you all in this time of sorrow and hope He is keeping Raja
close to Himself in Heaven with all his blessings and love. There is
not much anyone can do in such times, but wanted you to know that we are there for you all.....
- Rajesh, Tini, Aeshna & Sanjeet
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