Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Rajesh Mirpuri Obituary
"On the day of the anniversary, he called us and told us he had arrived in Honolulu," said his father, Arjan Mirpuri, 61. "Half an hour later, the door bell rang, and it was him."
As Arjan Mirpuri told the story, tears welled in his eyes. Rajesh Mirpuri, 30, was his only child. Arjan and his wife, Indra, Hindus who immigrated from India, have built a small temple inside their house to burn incense to remember their son. "His pictures are hung all over the place," Mr. Mirpuri said.
Yesterday, the Mirpuris traveled to Pier 94 in Manhattan to pick up an urn of ash, provided to the victims' families by the city. Following the Hindu tradition, the parents will sink the urn in the Ganges River in India. "When night falls, I turn the outside lights on. Maybe he will open the door and come in," Mr. Mirpuri said. "But I know it has been seven weeks. It will be very difficult."
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Linda Kaufmann
September 13, 2024
I haven't posted in a while and I am sorry, I still think of you every year. I still have the bracelet with your name. I think of your parents often. I hope you are at peace. Love and peace, Linda Kaufmann
Kim Izzo-Emmet
May 6, 2022
Today, my daughter Devon is on her 8th grade field trip to NYC, visiting the 9-11 Museum and Memorial - I told her to look for your name at the memorial. She asked about you and I said you were one of the good ones, taken way too soon. Forever missed, my friend.
Linda Kaufmann
September 11, 2021
20 years, I still have you in my heart. I weep every year for your parents and their huge loss. You are so missed by them. God bless you all.
Linda Kaufmann
September 11, 2019
Another year you are not here to celebrate your life with your parents. Another year I think of you. I hope you are smiling down upon us all today. Blessings and love, Linda Kaufmann
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Linda Kaufmann
September 11, 2018
I cannot believe it has been 17 years. I am wearing a bracelet with your name. I pray for your family , to give them peace. I weep on this day, for the loss of your life, a loss a mother should never know. God bless you. Linda Kaufmann
Brian Silver
September 11, 2018
Raj was a friend of mine at UVM. He lived across the hall from me in the '88-'89 school year. Today I am remembering his humor, his fun, his laugh..
S J. Friscia III
January 6, 2015
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Linda Kaufmann
September 11, 2014
I still hold your memory dear to me. God bless
Linda Kaufmann
September 12, 2013
I still have your family in my heart. I think of you often. I hope you are having a blast with the angels. God bless
G. Freeman
September 11, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 11, 2012
AS PASSING YEARS GO BY,
U WILL ALWAYS REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS AND MEMORIES EVER N DAYS AFTER FOREVER .
MAY YOUR SOUL REMAIN IN PEACE AND HAPPINNESS WITH THE LORD ALMIGHTY
GOD BLESS
OM SHANTI SHANTI SHANTI ------LOVES
Linda
September 17, 2011
I cannot believe it has been ten years. You father is such a treasure in my life as I worked with him to get through this nightmare. His love for you was so deep. God bless Rajesh.
Rani Daryanani
September 15, 2011
Ten long painful years without you
September 11, 2011
Even though we have never met, you are in my thoughts today. I pray that you are happy and in a place more beautiful than I can imagine. I also pray that your parents have found the strength to heal and find peace again. Rest well.
Romina Daryanani
October 4, 2010
Dearest Rajesh,
Our thought are always with you. May God bless your soul. We miss you. We love you and you will always remain in our hearts.
With Loves,
Kumar, Romina,Laxmi, Pooja
Keith Miller
October 2, 2010
I miss you brother!!!
Yogee Chotraney
September 11, 2010
We Remember U on this day (9/11) Rajesh.
For your parents Mrs & Mr Arjan Mirpuri U will always be their adorable child.
Vijay Nainani
September 11, 2010
Rajesh, everytime I think of you, the first thing that comes to mind is a sentiment of gratitude.Gratitude for always taking care of me as your younger brother...and thanks to God for allowing you to be part of me...love you buddy alway!
Gordon McMahan
September 11, 2010
Although I only knew you briefly, I will never, ever forget.
Rashmi Daryanani
February 24, 2010
I miss you
rajen Girglni
January 17, 2010
Hi. I'm Rajen Girglani, Hyderabad-India. I happen to know a lot of Mirpuris allover the Far East. If anyone of you know me pls. write to me. Some names I remember: Mr.Sunder, Mr.Prem, Mr. Kishan. Then one Mr. Ajit Mirpuri in Mumbai too
ROMINA DARYANANI
September 13, 2009
OUR HERATS AND MEMORIES WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU. MAY GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL AND
KEEP YOU IN ETERNAL BLISS.
I AM SURE THAT WHEREVER YOU ARE DEAR RAJESH YOU WILL ALWAYS BE HAPPY BECAUSE GOD IS WITH YOU ALWAYS PROTECTING YOU.WE LOVE YOU.
OUR CONDOLENCES TO DEAR MUMAND DAD. WE LOVE THEM.
kanchan gopalani
September 11, 2009
still think of you rajee! may your soul rest in peace...miss you!
Ravi Vaswani
September 11, 2009
You are always in our hearts.
Ashok Mahtani
September 11, 2009
I knew your Dad from Hong Kong. Will never forget you. My sincere condolences to your parents. May God rest your soul in peace.
ROMINA BHAGCHANDANI
September 20, 2008
OUR DEAREST RAJESH,
YEARS HAVE PASSED BY, BUT OUR HEARTS AND MEMORIES ARE ALWAYS WITH YOU. MAY YOUR SOUL REMAIN IN PEACE AND HAPPINNESS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.
Tracy Phillips
September 18, 2008
Happy Birthday Raj!!
I send you a BIG Birthday Hug and Kiss.. miss you so much
Love,
Tracy
ashok mahtani
May 8, 2008
our condolence
Payal Kapoor
September 18, 2007
Happy Birthday Raj!
Miss you lots.
Love,
Payal
Doug Abraham
September 18, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Tracy Ortiz
September 18, 2007
Dear Raj,
Happy Birthday! Wow.. 37!! I hope your having a Big party in Heaven with all the angels. I miss you. I send you a Big Birthday Hug!
Love Always,
Tracy
Linda kaufmann
September 12, 2007
Wow, 6 years and I have not forgotten you. Your father and mother are very special to me. I was the contatc for them when this happened. You are missed and I know loved very much. God bless your family.
mike
September 11, 2007
Never met, however I saw a missing photo of you in a Thai restaurant on 48th st and like 7th Ave. This was back in 2002...Anyway It had your pic, name and said "last seen 67th floor 1 WTC," I was just in awe. What a damn shame, a good, hardworking person like you; it's depressing...May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Seema Mahtani
September 11, 2007
My Dearest Rajesh,
Not a day goes by when I dont miss you and think of you. You were such a special part of my life and I have so many precious memories of all our years....
You will forever remain in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
With all my love
Seema
Tracy Ortiz
September 10, 2007
My dearest Raj,
It's been 6 years since we last spoke and I still hear your voice. I miss you so much and not a day goes by that I don't think of you.Keep being my guardian angel.
Love you and Miss you-
Tracy
ROMINA BHAGCHANDANI
September 4, 2007
OUR DEEPEST THOUGHTS AND MEMORIES WILL ALWAYS BE THERE FOR YOU IN OUR HEARTS. MAY GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL.
Kathryn and Larry Coppelman
September 3, 2007
We still think about you especially at this time,rest in eternal peace
P Tabbernor
January 4, 2007
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 15, 2006
As I stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Linda Stewart
September 13, 2006
I cannot believe it has been 5 years. You are still in my thoughts and prayers. I know your family will hold you in their hearts forever. I wish your family the best. God bless you child of God.
Rashmi Daryanani
September 12, 2006
"We only part to meet again."
I am waiting for that day to come, for me to see you again.
Your teddy bear hugs in which i used to get lost in, I felt so safe no matter what!
I love and miss you very much. Till the day we meet again.
Rashmi
ROMINA DARYANANI
September 11, 2006
DEAR DARLING RAJESH,
YEARS HAVE PASSED BUT YOU WILL ALWAYS REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS FOR THE REST OF OUR EXISTENCE. WE LOVE YOU DEAR CHILD.MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN ETERNAL PEACE.
tracy phillips
September 10, 2006
Dearest Raj,
Well, it's been 5 long and painful years since you were taken from us. Still, not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I still see your smile and hear your voice. I miss you so much.
Love you always,
Tracy
Tal Mor
November 3, 2005
I will always have fond memories of our childhood days at the Upper School in Englewood Cliffs. God Bless You!
Tracy Phillips
September 19, 2005
Raj,
Happy Birthday Raj!! I'm thinking of you today and sending you a big birthday hug and kiss in heaven. You are my angel!
Love you and miss you,
Tracy
tracy phillips
September 9, 2005
Dearest Raj,
My thoughts our with you on this 4th anniversary since you have been taken away from us. I miss you so much. I think of you everyday. I know you are my Guardian Angel watching me in heaven.
Keep smiling!! You are forever in my heart.
I love you,
Tracy xxoo
Omkumar Enkannathan
March 29, 2005
Dear Raj,
On behalf of all Askarians, We miss you so much....
tracy phillips
March 17, 2005
Dear Raj-
Been thinking of you quite alot lately. I miss you so much! Keep smiling with the angels in heaven. Your in my heart!
Love you always-
Tracy
Gary Mahtani
September 11, 2004
Dear Rajesh,
It's been 3 long years since you were snatched away from our midst so abruptly & tragically.
Your void will never be filled for all those who knew you and loved you so dearly.
GOD bless you and rest your soul in peace eternally.
Tracy Phillips
September 18, 2003
My Dear Raj,
Today On your Birthday.. I think of you like everyday but moreso on this day. I miss you so very much!! This week will always be a very tough week to get through for all that knew you. I hope you heard me sing "Happy Birthday" to you. 33! What I would give to hear you complain about that.. hehe!
I love you and miss you Raj!! Keep being that special angel in heaven!!
Love always,
Tracy
Geetu Bhavnani
September 14, 2003
Dear Raj,
Just today I found out about this site and I had to write a few words to you. You were such a wonderful person with such a beautiful soul. I guess even Dada knew that because he loved you so much. You come into my mind often but especially when I see your friends here in Hong Kong. Whenever we meet up we always talk about your sense of humour and how much you mean to us.You sincerely are missed Raj. God bless you dear one.
Renu Sakhrani
September 12, 2003
Rajesh,
I did not know you but knew of you through mutual friends and relatives. My heart goes out to your oparents as I cannot imagine how difficult it must be for them to have lost a child.
God be with you wherever you are, and my heartfelt prayers and condolences to your family.
Remembering you.....
September 11th 2003
linda stewart
September 11, 2003
I worked very closely with Rajesh's father the first 3 weeks after this tragedy. He touched my heart in a way that not anyone ever will in my life. He always appeared to be more concerned about everyone but himself. He loved his son so very very much. God bless this family and hold them all in the palm of his hand.
Rishi Surtani
September 11, 2003
Rajesh the few times I met you you were always a cool, funny guy with your Mom's warmth and Dad's charm. I never thought it would happen to one of our own. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your famiy always. May the Blessings of the Guru be with you, wherever you are.
Satish Swamy
January 7, 2003
Rajesh Khanna,
I remeber when I met you for the first time in 1997 that I had called you Rajesh Khanna. How can I ever forget you? Always smiling, joking, laughing and in good spirits. You always had such a positive attitude. I miss you my friend!
Satish Swamy
Tamar Amitay
January 4, 2003
Dearest Raj,
Not a day goes by that I don't stop to think about you and how I wish that you were here. You were such a wonderful person, your kindness,love of life and generosity made you so special. I miss talking to you about the Knicks and rooting for Latrell and for the Knicks to make the playoffs. The world is less bright without your smile. I will never forget you! Tamar
Tracy Phillips
December 30, 2002
My Grumpy,
Thinking of you at this holiday season and remebering how much you liked Christmas and New Years eve. Your in my thoughts and in my heart- always. I love you and miss you..
Love you forever-
Tracy
Teairra Taylor
December 28, 2002
Dear Rajesh,
For Christmas I received a bracelet with your name on it. I decided to find out a little more about the man I would be honoring. After reading the story and messages from those who knew you, I will now wear that bracelet with pride in the fact that it is in rememberance of a great man.
By the way- I noticed that to someone you were known as "Grumpy." My dad has called me that since I was a little girl. So I feel privileged to be one Grumpy honoring another.
Tu vas a vivir para siempre acabado mi vida. Con Amor...
Tracy Phillips
September 18, 2002
Dear Raj:
Happy Birthday in Heaven!! Wish more than anything I could share it with you... Thinking of you today and sending you a big birthday hug and kiss!! Love you and Miss you=Tracy xx00
Kim Izzo-Emmet
September 12, 2002
Raj:
It had been years since I'd seen you, but not a day has gone by since 9/11/01 that I haven't thought about you. You were a wonderful guy, a true gentleman and will be sorely missed by your old Rubin Hall pals. You were heavy in my thoughts yesterday, the one year anniversary of your loss, and I send you all my love.
Love, your old NYU friend Kim
Tracy Phillips
September 12, 2002
My dearest Raj,
One year has passed since we last spoke. It's so hard to beleive! I still remember the conversations we had the night before..It will remain in my heart forever! I know that I have a guardian angel in heaven watching over me always.. just as you always did. I love you and miss you and will forever! Love-
Tracy
Ravi Vaswani
September 12, 2002
Rajesh,
We know you are with God. Your memory will always be in our heart.
Ramesh, Saveeta & family Chatlani
September 11, 2002
We remember our beloved Rajesh, he is always in our prayers, may God keep his soul in peace, he will always be in our hearts. May God give you his parents strength with love and fond memories of Rajesh from the Chatlani family.
Kiran Singh
September 11, 2002
Dearest Raj,
You'll be missed. You've touched the lives of all around you.We'll always remember you.
Piyush Patel
September 11, 2002
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Mirpuri
I empathize with your loss. May god rest his soul. I recently lost my father and can understand just how tragic loss of a loved one can be.
Even though I didn't know your son, I can sense his dedication and love for his parents from how he surprised you on your anniversary.
You are lucky to have enjoyed such love and admiration from your son. I hope you find peace in knowing that this world turns on sons like Rajesh and parents like you. You both are inspiration for parents everywhere.
Here is a poem I wrote dedicated to his memory. I hope you like it. Please take good care of yourselves.
Love so pure, so benevolent, so true
together, our spirits grew
A strict rule, a loving hug
a long speech, a gentle tug
At times of need, we stood as one
yet, we were as different when all was done
Harish Kan Nandwani
September 11, 2002
Thinking of you on this 1st Anniversary of 9.11.01.
Ashok & Meera Mahtani
September 10, 2002
We are very sorry for the loss of your only child. As parents we can understand your grief. Even though we did not meet Rajesh, knowing you we know that he was a God fearing & loving young man. We will always have him in our prayers.
The Khubani Family
September 9, 2002
May memories keep the ones you loved close to you in spirit and thoughts and always in your heart, today and forever.
Thinking of you on this 1st Anniversary of 9.11.01.
WITH LOVE ALWAYS, The KHUBANIs
Faith Elliott
August 26, 2002
Dearest Raj,
Beautiful inside and out. What a loving and wonderful person, such a joy to so many. God Bless and keep you. I know you are a beautiful angel smiling down and helping your friends and family. We miss you terribly but know you are with God in His loving and perfect hands.
Much love always to you and your dear Family
Faith Elliott and Family
Tracy Phillips
July 16, 2002
My dearest Raj,
I miss you so much! I still think of you every day and wish more than anything to hear that voice or see that smile of yours.. i'm so happy that I spoke to you the night before this horrible tragedy.. We know you are an angel in Heaven watching over all of us..
I love you and Miss you-
Trac
Anonymous
July 11, 2002
Upon reading the biography of Rajesh Mirpuri, I felt that I needed to write few words. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. May God bless them, and keep them safe.
Aleysha (Poonam) & Sanjay Mahtani
May 30, 2002
You will be in our thoughts and heart. May God Bless you!
Angie Campbell
May 7, 2002
Rest in peace..........
Harkishin Sakhrani
April 22, 2002
Dear Rajesh,
I was not introduced personally to you but knew your parents well. May you rest in peace and my your parents have the courage to go on without you. You meant so much to them.
Harkishin Sakhrani
Raju & Shirley Budhrani
March 18, 2002
Dear Rajesh,
You have always been in our hearts and mind and shall always be there.
Raju & Shirley Budhrani
S. Shyamani
March 13, 2002
Months have passed and yet the words don't come. Still shocked and in disbelief. Raj, with your electric smile and your love for life, may your soul be embraced by the love and light of God and may He give strength to your family and friends.
March 9, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN..RAJESH MIRPURI AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND THE GOOD PEOPLE OF INDIA.. AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY GOD AND HIS ANGELS LET YOU IN THE DOOR OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Marty Kindler
January 23, 2002
Raj -
Your jokes and smile will be truly missed. You are thought of often by many people.
Marty
Haresh & Rishi Surtani
January 15, 2002
Dearest Raj:
We miss you dearly...
May God rest you Soul in Everlasting Peace.
With Love.
Haresh, Rishi & Roshni
Teresa Jahn
December 20, 2001
We are very sorry for your loss of your only child Rajesh. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Tracy Phillips
December 7, 2001
Raj-( My Grumpy)
I miss you so much! I'm so honored to have had you in my life! You will forever be in my heart!
Love you-
Tracy
Scott Gentry
December 3, 2001
Raj:
Light up a Hoya with the Big Man for me. Roscoe and I will miss you dearly.
Scott
Mariela Molina
November 7, 2001
RAJ,
YOu are forever in our heart! we will never forget!
Showing 1 - 83 of 83 results
Make a Donation
in Rajesh Mirpuri's name
How to support Rajesh's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Rajesh Mirpuri's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored