It is with utmost sadness we announce the demise of Kapil Ram, 44 on April 25th at 5 pm.
Kapil was a wonderful friend, volunteer, and loved being a part of this sangha.
He would show up as a volunteer even when he was not on the list to help, and stay until the job is complete. Kapil will be dearly... see moreIt is with utmost sadness we announce the demise of Kapil Ram, 44 on April 25th at 5 pm.
Kapil was a wonderful friend, volunteer, and loved being a part of this sangha.
He would show up as a volunteer even when he was not on the list to help, and stay until the job is complete. Kapil will be dearly missed and remembered. Kapil leaves behind Dad in New Delhi and Sister in Australia.
Kapil passed away on the day of Akshaya Tritiya, meaning the day of the ‘never-ending third lunar sun’.
May the joy and kindness he spread remain forever without an end.
Kapil's Cremation is at 3 pm today. It will be closed Family call, as per their wishes. Funeral rites are between 2:30pm - 5:00 pm today April 28, 2020.
Join us to celebrate the life of Kapil Ram. Sharing your stories and memories here will offer Kapil's family great comfort. As we plan virtual gatherings, we will post invites. Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial.
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I have a smile on my face when I think of Kapil because every interaction with him, even if it's just a quick chat in the office kitchen, had a warmth and depth to it that was comforting to me. We talked about meditation here and there and I can only... moreI have a smile on my face when I think of Kapil because every interaction with him, even if it's just a quick chat in the office kitchen, had a warmth and depth to it that was comforting to me. We talked about meditation here and there and I can only hope that I will find what he found in it at some point down the road. It is just hard to believe he is not with us anymore. I wished I could spend more time with him. Everything I read here about him confirms he is one of a kind, one of the good ones. less
I work at T-Mobile and was a great admirer of Kapil. I didn't work directly with Kapil. We were friends, but I wish I had gotten to know him better. Kapil was one of the kindest and most open people I have ever met. He was always there to help anyone... moreI work at T-Mobile and was a great admirer of Kapil. I didn't work directly with Kapil. We were friends, but I wish I had gotten to know him better. Kapil was one of the kindest and most open people I have ever met. He was always there to help anyone in need. He became my de facto mental health and spiritual advisor on more than one occasion. I was looking forward to knowing what he planned to do next. My condolences to his other friends and his family for this terrible loss. less
I've worked with Kapil at T-Mobile for a few years and we shared a love for our lifestyle of meditation and all the wonders, grace, and fulfillment it brings. We would stay late after work and discuss what our meditations had revealed and how we could... moreI've worked with Kapil at T-Mobile for a few years and we shared a love for our lifestyle of meditation and all the wonders, grace, and fulfillment it brings. We would stay late after work and discuss what our meditations had revealed and how we could continue to learn and grow and be of service to others. I cherish those conversations with Kapil and will always remember him in this life and look forward to meeting up again. I know he missed his mother desperately and I believe they are together again and very happy. I also believe that although his joy he shared in this life was amazing, he is now even more content...nirvana. He might laugh at me saying that and have that look of humility and disbelief that he would look at me with...but he was an excellent example for all he touched and interacted with. I had a cardinal sit in front of me when he passed and I think he was saying hello, goodbye, and until next time. Forever namaste my friend.
My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family to find some comfort in seeing all of the folks that he touched and what a difference and impact he made in this life and how he will live on through us knowing him.
Blessings all. less
Kapil was a great part of my introduction to the Happiness Program and AOL. I remember him telling me personally about Sri Sri. A sincere seeker indeed! I know your journey beyond will be ever more wondrous!
Kapil you will be dearly missed. I will always cherish the time we worked together. You played the role of a bog brother and always told me to take care of my health and prioritize it over work. I will never forget those words. I am so glad that I was... moreKapil you will be dearly missed. I will always cherish the time we worked together. You played the role of a bog brother and always told me to take care of my health and prioritize it over work. I will never forget those words. I am so glad that I was able to talk to you on 14th April and we were able to discuss so many things. Although I do wish if I we could have met one last time. Rest in Peace my friend. know this, you will always be in my prayers. less
I feel very fortunate to have worked with and known Kapil these past few years. Each interaction showed how truly caring and compassionate a person he was, always beginning a conversation by asking how I was doing and ending it with a sincere "thank... moreI feel very fortunate to have worked with and known Kapil these past few years. Each interaction showed how truly caring and compassionate a person he was, always beginning a conversation by asking how I was doing and ending it with a sincere "thank you." There was never a day he didn't have smile on his face and a hand out to help. We could all learn a lot from how Kapil carried himself, giving 100% in everything he did. He will be missed as a colleague and a friend. less
Kapil was a person with a very warm personality. He was very attentive and caring. I had known Kapil for 3 years. We worked in the same company. We have not worked on the team, but we have had many conversations about different things, from meditation... moreKapil was a person with a very warm personality. He was very attentive and caring. I had known Kapil for 3 years. We worked in the same company. We have not worked on the team, but we have had many conversations about different things, from meditation to buying a house that Kapil was looking to do just a couple of months ago where he planned to leave with his Dad. We had a lot of great moments together at Company's events and during simple conversations. Kapil was one of those few people who makes you feel great and in a good place. I will miss Kapil a lot! less
Kapil is such a gentle and pure soul! He had so much surrender in his presence!
His parents are so lucky to have had him as a son! He did seva, and it was humbling to see whole Sangha poured their hearts in chanting and praying and doing what they could... moreKapil is such a gentle and pure soul! He had so much surrender in his presence!
His parents are so lucky to have had him as a son! He did seva, and it was humbling to see whole Sangha poured their hearts in chanting and praying and doing what they could do! He brought them closer . Many blessings to the blessed soul! Jai Gurudev! less
I met Kapil through T-Mobile. He was one of the kindest people that I have ever met. He would stop by my office when were both working late to check in on me to ask how I was doing and to make sure I was remembering to take time for myself as well. He... moreI met Kapil through T-Mobile. He was one of the kindest people that I have ever met. He would stop by my office when were both working late to check in on me to ask how I was doing and to make sure I was remembering to take time for myself as well. He invited me to join him during several retreats and the timing never worked out. I'm sad that I won't be able to attend with him but I will make the time to attend one in memory of him. I will miss his calming presence and the way that he always thanked me for doing a little extra for our team. He will be greatly missed. less
I know Kapil for the past 3 years. We worked together on and off different projects. Went for few lunch outings. He was always insightful and ready to help in any areas we asked. On and off work always great mastered the art of living. Having gone to the... moreI know Kapil for the past 3 years. We worked together on and off different projects. Went for few lunch outings. He was always insightful and ready to help in any areas we asked. On and off work always great mastered the art of living. Having gone to the other side on Akshaya Tritiya is a divine blessing. May his memories makes us a better person everyday for the rest of our life. Namaste Brother. less
Kapil has been a very kind and caring friend to me. Kapil is an epitome of service. He was always there to help anyone in need. I had once fallen down from the stairs and hurt my back. Kapil was very kind enough to help me out with my grocery shopping as... moreKapil has been a very kind and caring friend to me. Kapil is an epitome of service. He was always there to help anyone in need. I had once fallen down from the stairs and hurt my back. Kapil was very kind enough to help me out with my grocery shopping as i was not able to drive around. Later we became very good friends as we did many AOL courses together and Kapil always has the best interest of everyone in his heart. His positive words of support would always bring warmth and peace to everyone. I am sure Kapil will continue to bless us all where ever he is. less
Kapil is a beautiful and kind-hearted soul. He has helped me a few times without me even asking for it. Always cheerful and thoughtful. May he continue to spread peace and happiness wherever he goes. May he get all the love and blessings from everyone he... moreKapil is a beautiful and kind-hearted soul. He has helped me a few times without me even asking for it. Always cheerful and thoughtful. May he continue to spread peace and happiness wherever he goes. May he get all the love and blessings from everyone he ever knew. We will dearly miss you. RIP. less
The memory I have of Kapil was when I assisted with him in a Happiness Program last September. Such humility, such grace and kindness. A truly selfless person who was unconditionally there for others. We'd never be able to forget a presence like his. I... moreThe memory I have of Kapil was when I assisted with him in a Happiness Program last September. Such humility, such grace and kindness. A truly selfless person who was unconditionally there for others. We'd never be able to forget a presence like his. I am sure that wherever he is, he is blessing everyone here. Very grateful to have known him. less
From the first time I met Kapil he has been a true friend and brother to me. He would always provide support and still continues too I feel wherever he is. For all of us he has been the shoulder to lean on and tell life will be okay. His humility and... moreFrom the first time I met Kapil he has been a true friend and brother to me. He would always provide support and still continues too I feel wherever he is. For all of us he has been the shoulder to lean on and tell life will be okay. His humility and sense of service was such that anyone in his presence would learn what it truly means to be in service to mankind. A gem of a person. His physical absence will be felt because he meant so much to all of us.. will cherish every moment I have had with him in this lifetime. JaiGurudev and please shower all your blessings and love on us as always. less
Kapil and I met in my first VTP program about 1.5 years back. He was one the most sincere and committed participant. We thereafter volunteered together for many courses. I never saw him in anger, anxiety or tension. He was always at peace and very sweet.... moreKapil and I met in my first VTP program about 1.5 years back. He was one the most sincere and committed participant. We thereafter volunteered together for many courses. I never saw him in anger, anxiety or tension. He was always at peace and very sweet. He will always be loved and remain in heart. May his soul rest in peace. This pic is from one of our lunches together as a group. less
I work at T-Mobile in the same group as Kapil did. While he and I did not work on the same projects, our desks were near each other and we saw each other daily. During the year I had knowing Kapil, the biggest thing that stood out to me was that he... moreI work at T-Mobile in the same group as Kapil did. While he and I did not work on the same projects, our desks were near each other and we saw each other daily. During the year I had knowing Kapil, the biggest thing that stood out to me was that he always concerned himself to make sure that others were doing well. He would ask about how you are doing, if you're having a good work life, a good home life, etc. His kindness, selflessness and compassion were very prominent. We can all learn from these good qualities and I will work to incorporate those traits of his into my own actions. Thanks for the lesson, Kapil. Wishing his family strength in this difficult time. less
I worked with Kapil for 3 years in the same team. I had the opportunity to have several conversations with him, mostly about Yoga and meditation. He was a very kind person who cared about others. It is shocking to learn that he is no more with us. I will... moreI worked with Kapil for 3 years in the same team. I had the opportunity to have several conversations with him, mostly about Yoga and meditation. He was a very kind person who cared about others. It is shocking to learn that he is no more with us. I will miss him.
My sincere condolences to his family. less
I had known Kapil for 3+ years. Met him at work and had an opportunity to participate with him on some charity events. He is a wonderful person, a person who wants to make a difference to humanity. As a meditation instructor, he encouraged me to take... moreI had known Kapil for 3+ years. Met him at work and had an opportunity to participate with him on some charity events. He is a wonderful person, a person who wants to make a difference to humanity. As a meditation instructor, he encouraged me to take up meditation. I will miss him badly. Sad to see him leave this world so soon but happy that given what he did in this world he is in a happy place now. RIP !!!. less
I was honored to know and work with Kapil over the past several years. He was a deeply spiritual, kind and thoughtful person. His sudden loss was shocking to all of us. I will miss him and remember Kapil always.
My deepest condolences to family and friends who knew Kapil. Kapil was a great neighbor. He was also a dedicated devotee of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. He was always reliable as a neighbor, and he encouraged me to go deeper into my spirituality. Knowing... moreMy deepest condolences to family and friends who knew Kapil. Kapil was a great neighbor. He was also a dedicated devotee of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. He was always reliable as a neighbor, and he encouraged me to go deeper into my spirituality. Knowing him impacted my life greatly, and he will be missed in the neighborhood. less
Dear Family and Friends of Kapil, I am Gary Robertson a colleague and dear friend from T-Mobile. Not only was Kapil a close colleague but a good personal friend and we shared a lot. Our friendship was one that I looked forward to for a life time. I also... moreDear Family and Friends of Kapil, I am Gary Robertson a colleague and dear friend from T-Mobile. Not only was Kapil a close colleague but a good personal friend and we shared a lot. Our friendship was one that I looked forward to for a life time. I also feel for his Dad who I had the pleasure to meet a couple of times. Kapil and I shared the commonality of taking care of our Father's whose wives had already passed and who lived far from us. I will never forget Kapil as long as I live, and will only take inspiration on his dedication and focus in the workplace, and his overall kindness as a human being. I will try to use this tragic event to motivate me to live my best life, a life of kindness and service. I want to share my sincere condolences to all of you! Just know that I don’t want Kapil’s passing to be the end, but an inspiration to all of us who remain; to live our lives with that same curiosity, perseverance and kindness that he so ably demonstrated. My love and peace to all of you! less