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Surinder Suri Obituary

SURI Capt. Surinder Suri was born on May 12, 1942 in Lahore, India. At the age of 16 he began his career in the merchant marine aboard the training ship Dufferin, from which he graduated in 1960 with honors. During his time with the merchant marine, Surinder sailed the world, soon attaining the title of Master Mariner. On December 13, 1969, he married Chandni Judge, giving him a partner for life and for his many adventures both at sea and on land. In 1972, the young couple came ashore to the United States and began a family. They were blessed with two loving sons, Misty Suri, M.D. (born in 1972) and Siddharth Suri, Ph.D. (born in 1978). As a family, they traveled for Surinder's work, living in Seattle, India, Hong Kong, Singapore, Philippines, Vancouver, Montreal, and Toronto before settling in New Orleans. Capt. Surinder Suri departed this world on July 25, 2012 in New Orleans in the embrace of his wife and devoted family. A lively conversationalist, he will always be remembered for his humor, honesty, class, dignity, and elegant style. He had a deep love for all his family and his many friends all over the world. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchar-train Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Saturday, July 28, 2012 at 2:30 pm. Visitation on Saturday from 12:30 pm until service time. There will also be a Chautha/Memorial Service at 11:30am, July 29 at the Gurudwara, 8433 Morrison Rd., New Orleans, LA. To view and sign the family guest book, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jul. 27 to Jul. 28, 2012.

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Ramesh Ratra

July 21, 2025

My prayers on this day are with Chandni, Misty & Bam and all others in the family. I miss Surinder and his wit & smile .May he be happy wherever he is.

Carol Beckmann

August 25, 2012

To all of Surinder's family...we have just heard of this life tradgedy. What a wonderful, caring, sharing, happy man! He will be missed by so very many! Please accept our sincerest sympathies! Art & Carol Beckmann

Ravi Nijjer

August 5, 2012

Lamboo, we are the same age. Deeply sorry to see you go before we could meet again. The last time we met was at Birkenhead (1965)when you were working on the Vishwa Nidhi. When we talked on the phone in recent times you told me how proud you were of your family and was keen for me to meet them. You were always a people person and lit up any room you entered. We are all diminished by your premature departure.

Mary Tobin

August 2, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to your mother, brother, your expended family and you Misty.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May God be with you all! My heart goes out to you.
Tom and Mary Tobin

Rhea Ratra

August 2, 2012

My favourite uncle and my dads bestest friend... We will miss u soo much.. Words can't express how I feel.Heaven was just blessed as it received our angel.. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.

Amy Miller

August 2, 2012

Jeff and I continue to send our love. You are all in our thoughts.

Brent Shirley

August 2, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about Surrinder. He always stayed In touch with me and checked on my sons Jeff & Mike, along with Rosemary who passed away ten years ago. The Shirley Family has many years of good memories. Love you all Brent

Himathpushpa Rathore

July 31, 2012

Uncle Suri we will always miss you at the weekend party at Guptas house. You enjoyed crystals Bhangra dance and enjoyed my husbands cooking. We will miss your always smiling face, soft spoken .you are now resting in peace in the kingdom of LORD KRISHNA. bless us always. We love your family will always be there for them. From himath Pushpa Rathore

pamela johnson

July 30, 2012

I light this candle to always remind you and all of us that he will live in our hearts forever!! Peace to the family you are in our Prayers Pamela Johnson and Family

ELMETTA NICHOLAS

July 30, 2012

YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY. MAY GOD'S GRACE KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME AND I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYS.
ELMETTA WARD NICHOLAS

Donelle Bruff

July 30, 2012

I am upset to hear of the untimely death of your father. I know this is a very sad and difficult time for you and your family. Please, let me offer my sincere condolences , and let you know you are in my prayers.

Margaret Avery-Cruz

July 29, 2012

Your neighbors, the Cruz family, extends its condolences. Mr. Surinder was kind and funny and found humor even the amusing antics of our tiny dog.

July 29, 2012

Our deepest condolences and sympathy to the family.Our memories of Surinder from the 'Dufferin'days of 1960/61 are cherished.
May God give you all Peace and Comfort.
David Curtis,Tom Rodrigues,Ravi Nijjer,Shamsunder Takalkar,Ian Timmins

July 29, 2012

Our heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
The Bhatia Family

Daffy Ratra

July 29, 2012

Our Prayers are with you in your time of bereavement . The tide has receded but Surinder has left his footprints in the sand , for us to follow .

August Auditya

July 28, 2012

Our Sympathy & love go out to you and you will be in our Prayers. Surinder was not only our batch mate on Training Ship "Dufferin" but a great guy and his memories will always be in our hearts.

July 28, 2012

May God's Grace keep you and your family during this time of Breavement. I will continue to keep you in my Prayers. Pamela Johnson

Ann Cantrell

July 28, 2012

Misty, Tara and I send our heartfelt sympathies. My father died at age 66 and I know what it means to lose someone before their time. My prayers go out for your father, you and your family.

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