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Rohit Patel Obituary
He was born in Bhadran, India and emigrated to the United States in 1962. He attended the University of Wisconsin and Michigan State University.
Rohit had a long and successful career as a businessman and entrepreneur taking him to Chicago, Oakland, Salt Lake City and finally retiring in Napa developing lasting friendships along the way. Rohit was best known for his warmth, selflessness, generosity, compassion towards others and his smile. He always opened his doors and heart to those in need, regardless of their circumstances. He was a mentor and role model to countless individuals. In retirement, he was active in causes close to his heart - preserving Mahatma Gandhi's legacy of nonviolence, justice and hope, and fundraising to build better opportunities for impoverished children in India. Rohit is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mridula, his children, Tejal (Laszlo) and Apur (Liz), and his grandchildren, Ruhi, Juan Carlos and Eva.
Rohit's legacy will live on in the hearts of those he touched. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to one of his favorite non-profit organizations - The Sonoma Mountain Zen Center: https://www.smzc.org/, The Ali Akbar College of Music: https://aacm.org, The Michael J Fox Foundation, or the Asha Community Health and Development Society: https://asha-india.org.
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Memories and Condolences
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Karmeen Kulkarni
April 11, 2023
We had the privilege of knowing Rohit for over 30 years. He was a humane, kind, helpful person who always saw the best in people. A good friend , he will be missed. RIP dear Rohit. Our deepest condolences to Mridula and family
Karmeen and Rajiv Kulkarni
Arvin Chaudhary
April 10, 2023
The extended Chaudhary family extends their condolences. We, and our late father KC Chaudhary, very much enjoyed working with Rohit on the yearly ASHA fundraisers in Napa Valley. His energy and enthusiasm will be missed.
Gregg
April 10, 2023
I have known Rohit for 20 years as friend, businessman and fellow Board member. His integrity and character was his finest quality and I will miss him. Rest in Peace my friend. Mrudila, I send our deepest sympathy and condolences to you an family. Best Regards. Gregg Honigblum
Judy Turnbow
April 8, 2023
Rohit and Mridula taught me life is special if you share love, patience and warmth for everyone. Never stop learning, encouraging and friendships. Bless you and miss you.
Judy Turnbow
Vijaya and Ramesh Vasireddi
April 7, 2023
Rohit was a close friend of ours for more than 30 years. He was a warm hearted and emphatic person. He was also loving, gentle, and generous. We are thankful and proud to have had him as a friend. His love, compassion, and positivity will be with us for forever.
Mira Patel
April 4, 2023
I would like to thank my nephew Viral Joshi for bringing my brother
to Switzerland last year so we three sisters including his mother Rekha (who passed away last year) so we can have a wonderful visit with our beloved brother Rohit.
Mira Patel
April 4, 2023
My brother Rohit was a very remarkable, kind,warm, generous,
Most genuine human being. He was a pillar of our family. Whoever came in contact with him he left a loving ever lasting impression in there mind. I so proud of him having as my brother. I will miss him so much. We all have loved him unconditionally. To his wife and children lots & lots of
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