Simple yet dashingly charming, incredibly smart but totally unassuming, astute in observation yet inherently innocuous and kind-hearted, effervescent in approach yet deeply introspective, deft and dexterous yet strikingly modest in demeanor, were few of many facets of your versatile and magnanimous self. Positively radiant in qualities, you relentlessly strived to be more ordinary -consciously, so much so, that you were distinctly extra-ordinary. Never once have you missed a chance to appreciate even the smallest deed with your kind words. Always genuine and selfless in actions, you invariably made sure, in an effort to abolish personal boundaries of your ever-improving self, to imbibe positive traits from others - even from those much younger than yourself. Joy, happiness, smiles, and laughter, that's what you always spread, constantly, to everyone who came in contact with you, making sure happy and positive thoughts remembered you as lasting impressions. You had a glorious heart and an ever-ready helping hand for all. The word "NO" was never part of your lexicon. Your presence alone was very comforting and soothing for all who had an opportunity to know you. You were a doting son, a "Ram" alike - a "Maryada Purush", a steadfast and affectionate husband, an ever-loving and nurturing father and an uncle, an exemplary, parent-like brother, a sincere and infallible friend, and an incredibly amazing and selfless human being. And, that's what you will always be remembered as. The Gods in heaven must be cheering today at the arrival of a pure soul as you embark toward the heavens. But, categorically, your journey leaves behind a vacuum in the hearts and lives of all of us who have had the fortune to know you in various capacities as a Mother, father, brother, in-law, uncle, friend, colleague, or even an acquaintance. You will always be cherished and live in our hearts forever...