Dahyabhai J. Raval

Dahyabhai J. Raval obituary, Clifton, NJ

Dahyabhai J. Raval

Dahyabhai Raval Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shook Funeral Home, Inc. - Clifton on Jun. 30, 2025.

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Dahyabhai J. Raval, 96, of Clifton passed away on June 29, 2025. Born in Dambhar, Gujarat, India, he came to the US in 1984 and first settled in Passaic before moving to Clifton in 1990. Dahyabhai worked for W. H. Smith for 10 years and later for Coach. He was an avid gardener, had deep pride in his mathematics ability and his will-power to succeed in a new country. Above all, he devoted his entire life to serving his family.
Beloved husband of Shantaben D. Raval. Devoted father of Nimesh Raval and his wife Hemaxi. Cherished grandfather of Nehal Raval and her husband Kushal Shah, and Harry Raval and his wife Sachi Patel. Loving and playful great-grandfather of Suhani and Nandini.
Visiting and Puja service will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 from 11AM – 1PM at the Shook Funeral Home, 639 Van Houten Ave., Clifton. Cremation to follow at East Ridgelawn Cemetery, 255 Main Ave., Clifton.
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