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CHIRANJIV SINGH

1972 - 2016

CHIRANJIV SINGH obituary, 1972-2016, Tacoma, WA

BORN

1972

DIED

2016

CHIRANJIV SINGH Obituary

Chiranjiv "CJ" Singh Was born to Amarjeet Kour and Bhajan Singh Parwana on January 21, 1972 into a very loving family - the youngest of four. He departed this earth on November 21, 2016. Born in New Delhi, India, he came to Tacoma in 1989 for his studies, earning bachelors' degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Washington State University. CJ was a great man and was well-loved by everyone who met him. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and husband. There were no strangers to CJ. Everyone he met was greeted with a handshake or with one of his excellent hugs. He will be dearly missed. He is survived by: his mother; brothers: Kanwaljit (Ravinder) and Surinder; sister Kuljinder; nephews and nieces: Caleb, Malikah, Darshen, Indiver, Chaela and Gurbaaz; and his wife, Gina. A Memorial Service will be held at the Kilworth Memorial Chapel on the University of Puget Sound Campus (3410 N. 18th St, Tacoma, WA 98416) on Thursday, December 8th at 5:00 PM. All who loved him are welcome. Those wishing to may contribute to his memorial fund on the YouCaring website here: https://youcaring.com/thesinghfamilyandgatewaytoindia-702218

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Dec. 4, 2016.

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Susan OBrien

November 28, 2024

CJ, you remain in our hearts forever. Rest in peace.

Susan O'Brien

November 28, 2021

I still miss CJ. He was such a bright light on this planet. My heart goes out to his family.

Christine Dowd

December 2, 2019

CJ's light still shines in all the smiles and love he shared with everyone. I know him from the restaurant and remember being greeted by him with a smile that would light up the room. May his light shine forever in the hearts of all who know and love him.

Sean Boyd

December 9, 2017

I knew CJ, and his brother Surinder, at TCC back in '90-'91. He was unfailingly kind, and I considered him one of my good friends. I only just learned of his passing...I'm trying not to cry when I type this out. I so regret not having reconnected with him. My deepest condolences to his entire family.

Joanne Marie

January 17, 2017

A beautiful man....a beautiful soul...so much loved shared.

Gina Singh

December 22, 2016

There were lots of people who wanted to attend CJ's memorial but couldn't make it for various reasons. We attached a GoPro to a pew and let it record it as it happened. I apologize that the audio is sometimes very difficult to hear and there's quite a bit of background noise. Regardless, I hope it will give you the opportunity to share in the love and support we experienced that night.

I've shared it on Google Drive here:

https://goo.gl/zu6gaR

Kelby Pfeiffer

December 9, 2016

It's hard to believe that such a kind man with the warmest smile is gone. You will be missed CJ. <3

Melanie Cantara

December 8, 2016

I am so sorry to have missed CJ's memorial. And I am so sorry for the deep loss felt by many because of his passing. I have only the greatest, warmest memories of CJ.

Christine Akamatsu

December 8, 2016

Love to you and your family.

December 8, 2016

I will miss you CJ, your kindness and smiles were very genuine and loving. Rest easy my friend, Christine Akamatsu

Gary Disch

December 8, 2016

Enjoyed CJ's smiles , humor,and hugs. God bless you all and share love,life and laughter. We are out of town and will not be able to attend his memorial service. Am holding Family and friends in my heart and prayers. Much love to you all.

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Dan Smith

December 8, 2016

You will be missed my friend.

Susan OBrien

December 7, 2016

Every time I went to the restaurant, CJ remembered what my favorite dish was....even if it had been a year since I was last in. I moved to CA several years ago, but whenever I was in WA, I would stop by for a meal....I have never been so touched by someone as I was by CJ. My youngest son now lives in NY and I called to tell him about CJ. His response was incredible sadness. He said "he was so sweet mom"......I have been dedicating each of my yoga sessions to this lovely man ever since I heard of his passing. I am so sorry. My heart goes out to his entire family and please know, we are all keeping you in our hearts during this very difficult time.

Uma

December 6, 2016

I cannot believe that the friendly CJ is no more. He will be missed and remembered by everyone.

Primo Grill

December 6, 2016

Charlie and I have know CJ and Surinder for over a decade and we have enjoyed so many delicious meals at their store over the years. Gateway has been one of our favorite Tacoma 'mom and pop shops' and we are deeply saddened by the loss of CJ Singh.

I will miss seeing CJ's smiling face each week at the 6th Ave farmers market. He was there selling his delicious mango lassi and spicy Indian foods, perfect flavors for both our rainy NW winters and warm summers.

To his family please know you are in our hearts and that CJ will be sorely missed.

To Surinder, please let us know how we can help.

Jacqueline Plattner & Charlie McManus
Owners Primo Grill

December 6, 2016

Charlie and I have know CJ and Surinder for over a decade. Gateway is one of our favorite 'mom and pop shops' on the Ave. We have hosted employee parties there and have enjoyed so many delicious meals at Gateway (take out and sit-in).

We will miss CJ at the 6th Ave market smiling and selling his delicious mango lassi and spicy Indian food.

We send our love to his family. Please know you are in our hearts and we are sorry for your loss.

Jacqueline and Charlie
Primo Grill

TODD CASPELL

December 6, 2016

Chiranjiv C.J. Singh, Was a lovely man who will be missed by me and several thousands. I will think of him every time I eat a good curry. Or even a bad one will make me think... I should be eating at Gateway to India and I wish CJ was there. RIP C.J. LOVE, TODD R. CASPELL

December 5, 2016

To the Family and friends of CJ: I will always remember CJ as a happy man filled with love and respect for all who knew him, worked with him, and ate his delightful and tasty food. As for this time now, I know he is continuing on and that this new journey will be an adventure filled with love and respect for all around him. I miss him and know he is in a most perfect and peace filled place now.
Mario Lorenz

Chris Dowd

December 5, 2016

As did many others, my husband and myself will always remember being greeted by CJ with his huge smile. He always made us feel very welcomed at the restaurant. He will be missed by very many people!

Our sincere sympathies to the family,

Chris and Bart Dowd

Laura Bastin, David Reckamp

December 5, 2016

CJ was always so kind to us; we loved talking to him. We will miss him; we can't begin to comprehend how much his family will miss him. Our hearts go out to them.

Sharron Hudson

December 4, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Wendy Walters

December 4, 2016

CJ always greeted the Walters family with smiles and laughter. He will be missed.

Chris and Tom Morrow

December 4, 2016

So sorry for your loss. We are lifting you in prayers for Gods peace and comfort.
May God fill your heart with wonderful memories

Tom and Chris Mortrow

Lee

December 4, 2016

After 6 years he still remembered how I liked my chai. I'm so sorry for your loss and will miss his warm welcome and smile.

Cary Nilson

December 4, 2016

Sorry for your loss. CJ will be greatly missed by many.

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