Indira Harricharan (née Singh)
September 2, 2012
Peacefully at home on Sunday, September 2nd, 2012, in her 54th year, after a courageous fight with a brain tumor. Beloved wife of Rajendra (Raj) and mother of daughters Sharada, Monisha and Sherain. Also, survived by her mother Meezaun, mother-in-law Pabitri, brothers Dr. Balwant Singh, Jr. (Madhu), Narendra Singh (Raquel) and sister Kamla Harradan (Lloyd, deceased). A pharmacist by training, Indira worked at Parkwood Hospital, London. She will be missed by family, friends and colleagues. Visitation will be held at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North on Tuesday, September 4th, 2012 from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m., with the funeral service being conducted from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. A private cremation service will be held at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the London Regional Cancer Centre, the Prevention & Early Intervention Program for Psychoses at L.H.S.C. or the Arthritis Society of Canada.
We are not born at the time of birth,
Nor die at the time of death;
We are truly everlasting.
Bhagwad Gita ch. 2
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Dear Raja and Family, Our sincerest condolences on Indira's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
My dearest cousin and family, please accept my most humble condolences & sympathy. A great hole has been opened, but with time, love and togetherness of the family, this hole will begin to heal. Indira is always with you all, and will continue to live in all our memories. xxxx
We are saddened by the News. May God give you strength & The Departed Soul rest in peace.
Dear Raj, I can't express how sorry I am for your loss and that of your wonderful daughters. I am praying for comfort and strength for you and your family.
Dr. Harricharan, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain, Please accept heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thought's & prayer's are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Words cannot express the feelings of our family to yours. Indira was like another sister to us growing up. To the entire family Raj, Auntie Meezaun, Bally and Narry. To especially the children Sharada, Monisha and Sherain. Our deepest sympathy to the family. Our thought and prayers are with you all at this time.
Dear Rajendra and family, We are saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time. Muntaz Alli & Sophia Ibrahim
Dear Raja, Very sorry to hear about your wife. Please know our prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrows. All of Muntaz family in Florida is thinking of you. Naz, Joan, Derek and Mike.
I had the pleasure and privilege to get to know and love Indira as we worked our way through our Jazzercise routines. I believe she was one of the kindest and most beautiful people I have ever known. I will miss her greatly.
It has been a number of years since I worked with Indera at Parkwood Hospital...my memories are of a beautiful gentle woman who was very caring toward her friends and patients. My deepest condolences to all of you at this sad and difficult time.
I am deeply saddened to learn about this tragic news. May those fond memories that you have of your beloved wife and mother help to give you and your children strength during this difficult time. Sincere condolences Mary
Dear Raj, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain I have known Indira since our days at Bishops High School and through college in Canada. I loved her spirit, and her energy and warmth with friends and family. She has raised 3 amazing daughters - you all looked after her with so much love and grace during the last few months. She will be with us in spirt always. Gita
Since 1971 in Bishops, Indira has been a part of my life . The distance did not let the friendship diminish. Her enthusiasm was contagious. Raj, Sharada,Sherraine and Manisha, she would have proud of all of you in the courage you have shown in accepting and coping with the situation. She was indeed blessed to have all of you to care for her. She will live in our hearts forever.
Dearest Raja, Sharada, Sherraine, Manisha and Auntie Meezaun and our cousins, Bally & Nari, Please accept our deepest sympathies. We are very sad to learn of Indira's passing. We pray that you will find peace and be comforted in the knowledge that Indira's spirit will live on forever (Bhagavad Gita Ch2 Vs20). She will always be close.
Raj, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain: I was shocked and deeply saddened yesterday morning to see Indira's Obituary in the Free Press. I worked with her on the Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit at Parkwood for a number of years. I remember her ability to bring the best treatments and medications to the patients. She was not intimidated by anyone, and always had the facts at her fingertips. What a bitter irony that such a fine mind was taken by a brain tumor. Most of all, I shall always admired her grace and poise. In spite of the saddness and loss you now feeel, I wish you all courage and fortitude as you reframe your lives without her.
Raj, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain: I was shocked and deeply saddened yesterday morning to see Indira's Obituary in the Free Press. I worked with her on the Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit at Parkwood for a number of years. I remember her ability to bring the best treatments and medications to the patients. She was not intimidated by anyone, and always had the facts at her fingertips. What a bitter irony that such a fine mind was taken by a brain tumor. Most of all, I shall always admired her grace and poise. In spite of the saddness and loss you now feeel, I wish you all courage and fortitude as you reframe your lives without her.
Dear Raja Sharada,Monisha, Sherain, Aunty Mezuan, Bally and Nari Death leaves a heart ache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.. I am saddened to learn about Indira,s passing.You'll all be in my thoughts and prayers as Indira was like a little sister to me all the way back to our St.Gabriel's days. May her soul rest and peace.
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss from my Mum today. I cannot imagine your sorrow. It was a true gift to have met you, Indira and your girls while I lived in London. Please accept condolences from the Behari family of Bush Lot, Guyana. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Dr. Harricharan and family, We are deeply saddened to hear about your loss. The kindness and warmth that you and your wife showed toward us will always be remembered as will her beautiful smile. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this most difficult time. Michelle and Aziz
Dear Raj, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain We are very sad to hear of the loss of your wife/ mum- Indira. She was always a wonderful, pleasant person. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and family at this time.
Raja, Sharada, Monisha, and Sherain - Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. No words can express the loss that you all have recently experienced. You have to brave and live for your daughters now.
Raja, Sharada, Monisha, and Sherain - Sincere condolences on the Passing of Indira, although life brings many changes, Lord Krishna’s Love remains constant. I pray that our benevolent Lord heal you and bring you and the Girls comfort and strength for each tomorrow and make this time of sadness somehow easier to bear. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dear Raj, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain, I have only warm and wonderful memories of Indira. She will be sincerely missed. I wish you strength and comfort in this especially difficult time.
Hi Mezaun & Family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter Indira. I can well imagine your grief but I'm sure that you have beautiful memories to carry though the tough times. My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family.
I just heard this morning about your wife's demise. My condolence to you and your family. I met your wife, Indira, a few times. I remember her as a kind, pleasant and friendly woman. I recall playing All Fours against her; she was a formidable opponent. Again, please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. May God grant you peace and give you and your family strength in this difficult period.
To my Dearest Cuz, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Raja, Sherrain, and Monisha, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you. Hugs and kisses also from Dev, Arjun and Kyle
Dr.Harricharan, Please accept our deepest sympathies our prayers and thoughts with you and your family.
Dear Raj Uncle, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain, we are deeply saddened by the passing of Indira Aunty. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. Indira Aunty was an extraordinary woman who has touched everyone she met. She was genuine, kind, thoughtful, intelligent, fun loving and the list goes on. She definitely fulfilled her role as a mother, as she has passed all those values to her three beautiful daughters. Her spirit will continue to live on and we will all have wonderful memories of her. Sending all our love, Roopa & Tejus.
Dear Raj, Sharda, Monisha and Sherian, we know that words are inadequate at this time like this but we want to know how very sorry we are for your loss. The lost of a spouse and a mother is a tragic event and we know the pain and suffering you are experiencing. It is times like that our faith is put to test. We know that we must accept her passing and give thanks for the wonderful life she lived. As sad as it will be, we will always have the memories of her to hold in our hearts. We pray that god will give strength to see you through this sad and difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all. In faith & sympathy Valini, Deo, Aneil, Anjali and Mom. Port Jefferson Station, NY
Dear Dr Harricharan, We were saddened to learn of your wife's passing. We wish to offer our sincere condolances to you and your family at this difficult time. Chris Arnsby & Jeannette Graat
My dearest cousin Raja and nieces, words are not enough to express our thoughts and feelings at this tragic time. Her memories will live on and have faith in knowing that she is in a better place. May god grant all of you the inner strength to survived each sad day without her. We are here for you all and many hugs and kisses. Love you.
Sharada and family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. She was a wonderful woman and I know that you will keep her memory close to your heart forever. I am thinking of you. Love, Lesleigh
Dear Raj, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. May God bless you and give you the strength and courage to carry on. Love to you all.
Raj, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Judy Wilson
Dearest Raja, Sharada, Monisha and Sharain, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Remember we love you lots and is here for you. May you have the strength to go on without your beloved wife and mother. Beena and Ravika also send their condolences.
So sorry to hear the news of Indira's passing. Such a loss, most of all for your family but also for the many lives that she touched. We have such fond memories of you as our neighbour on Monte Vista and of Sherwood Fox where our kids attended together. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers and that Indira will live on in not just in your memories but also in the memories of the many people like us that she knew and touched.
Our hearts goes out to Raj and his entire family in loss of our family and great friend.".Indira "....you will be missed,...from the Mahadeo Family in Orlamdo,Florida....
Dear Uncle Raja, Monisha, Sharain, and Sharada - I was deeply saddened when I heard the recent news. I want all of you to know we are availible if you need anything. I wish we could make it up to Canada but it is a difficult trip. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. Sharada, my mom left your name off in her sympathy message and would like you to know she is very sorry.
Dear Dr. Harricharan, No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss.
I have been fortunate to know Sharada, Monisha, and Sherain for many years, and I was deeply saddened to hear about their mother's passing. She was such a strong and intelligent woman, and she was a courageous fighting during these last few months. My thoughts are with the Harricharan family during this difficult time - she will be truly missed.
I was saddened to hear of Indira's passing. The news came to me in a roundabout way. I was a colleague of Indira's at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto. I recall some good times laughing and sharing professional activities. She was always a pleasure to work with and to share time with. We lost touch after she married Raj and moved to London. Just before the wedding and Indira's departure from Toronto, I held a small party at my apartment to bid her farewell. She graciously brought me a hibiscus plant. I still have that plant and it continues to bloom for me. May your many memories of Indira, wife and mother, continue to bloom for you, as you mourn your loss.
Dear Raj,Sharada,Monisha and Sheraine...the loss of your beloved wife and mother is so very sad,words are inadequate.We send our deepest sympathy and condolences.May you be comforted and supported by friends and family and may they surround you with love.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Raj Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family on Indira's passing. We were out of the country and only got back early last week , when we heard the sad news. Our words pale before the sadness of your loss, but we would like you to know that our thoughts are with you, and we pray that all of you will be able to bear this terrible loss. That Indira is no longer in pain and suffering from her illness and is in a better place now, must bring comfort and solace to the family. Aditi and Sanjeev
Dear aunty Meezaun, I trust that you read this message . Just today I heard about indira's passing from one of I the china pen girls I met at a funeral today september 23rd. Accept my heartfelt condolences and convey same to indira's husband and children. I do have fond memories of her wedding in which a few members of the Gandhi youth kirtan group and myself were invited to do her wedding songs. Once again my thoughts and prayer are with you and family.
Dr Harricharan and family, I am am so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember how kind and generous Indira was when I met her during our psychiatry interest group meetings at your home. You and your family are certainly in my thoughts during this time.
To Mrs. Singh and family, My deepest sympathy to you all. Unfortunately I only just heard of Indira's passing today. I fondly remember both herself and Bally from my teaching days at St. Gabriel's convent. My prayers are with you all at this time. God Bless Lily Katchay
She now dwells in the domain of Bhagwan Shiva! For sure she is there looking down, smiling and protecting her loved ones! Words are not there to express our sympathy! Very Sorry!
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To My Dearest Cousin Raj and my Nieces "Although it is difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory, help comfort you tomorrow" Some one so special can never be forgotten.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. To my friend Sherrain, I am thinking of you and sending hugs your way. I will miss your Mom so much but hold wonderful memories of our Jazzercise times together and visits at the store.
Raj, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family for your lost..Our thoughts and prayers are with you..
My sincere sympathy to the family. Indira will be missed more than words can say. Her smile and spirit stay with me always and I will miss her in class at Jazzercise every day. Rest in peace.
Although it has been very many years since we met in person, I have very many vivid memories of Indira, a family member with a most engaging smile. I recall fondly the banter we shared as I had the privilege of transporting her wedding dress from London to Georgetown prior to her wedding. On that day she was the most beautiful bride and that is how I have always remembered her. To Raj, Sharada, Monisha & Sherain, Aunty Meezaun, Cousin Bali and Nari please accept our love and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones . In love and light Vijaya, Bida & Basdeo Nath & all our Family.
Uncle Raja, Sharada, Monisha, and Sherain - my deepest condolences to you. I have such wonderful memories of your mom, and this is how I will remember her: always smiling, always laughing. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Dr. Harricharan, at this difficult time.
Dearest Raja, Meezaun, Sharada, Monisha and Sharain Our hearts are touched by your great loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Raja for me also I have lost a great , loving friend and confidant, I will indeed miss her and our long telephone conversations. (Ranee)
Dearest Raj and family, Very saddened to hear about Indira's death. You will all be in my thoughts in the days ahead and I pray wonderful memories will sustain you in the difficult days ahead. Moe
Dearest Raja, Meezaun and Family All, We share your grief and may you all be continuously blessed with HIS DIVINE PEACE. Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still missed and very dear.
Dear Raja; Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of Indira. You and the girls will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Words do not seem sufficient to express my deepest sympathies. I was fortunate to have worked with Indira and will remember her gentle, caring nature, her captivating smile along with the abundance of warmth and positivity which she readily shared. She was so proud of her family and always had wonderful stories about each of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
"They are not dead, Who leave us this great heritage of remembering joy. They still live in our hearts, In the happiness we knew, in the dreams we shared. They still breathe, In the lingering fragrance,windblown, from their favourite flowers. They still smile in the moonlight’s silver, And laugh in the sunlight’s sparking gold. They still speak in the echoes of the words we’ve heard them say again and again. They still move, In the rhythm of waving grasses, in the dance of the tossing branches. They are not dead; Their memory is warm in our hearts, comfort in our sorrow. They are not apart from us, but part of us, For love is eternal, And those we love shall be with us throughout all eternity."
Dear Raj - my thoughts are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss, and hope that the love and support that surrounds you can help guide you through this difficult time, and remind you of the both the sorrow and the joy that life brings.
Dear Uncle Raja, Sharada, Monisha and Sharain, thank you for letting us visit with you a little while to spend time with Aunty Indie a few weeks ago. We have been reminiscing about weddings and showers and other occasions we had the chance to share with her. We are so sorry for your loss.
Dear Raj, Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. On behalf of the department, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and let us know how we can help through this difficult time.
Raj - my thoughts are with you and your family during this time of great sadness. I hope the love and support that surrounds you can help you move through these difficult days, and will be a reminder of the better times that have been and will come again.
Raj - my thoughts are with you and your family during this time of great sadness. I hope the love and support that surrounds you can help you move through these difficult days, and will be a reminder of the better times that have been and will come again.
Dearest Raj, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain, Please know that my thoughts are with all of you at this time. It was truly a pleasure to call Indira my friend, having known her since St Gabriel's days, through to high school at Bishops. I have been grateful for the opportunity to get to know all of you in recent years. I was particularly touched by the incredibly loving and caring way that you took care of Indira during her illness. Take some satisfaction in knowing that you did all that you possibly could for her. To Indira's mother and brothers, please also accept my condolences.
so sorry to hear of your loss. you andyour family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. May your wonderful memories nurture you and your family through your grieftedrafy
Dr. Harricharan, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. I had the privilege of working with Indira at Parkwood as well as calling her a friend. Words are not enough. With deepest sympathy. Lisa Simon and Family
Dearest Uncle Raja, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain, my thoughts go out to you. No words can touch the amount of loss that you have experienced. Our only condolence is that she has now come to rest peacefully and will be always be in your hearts. My prayers are with you. Love and strength, Rissa
Our deepest condolence is extended to Raja, Sherada, Monisha and Sherain for the profound loss of your dear wife and mother. Indira will always be remembered for her charming personality. "jatasya hi dhruvo mrtyurdhruvam janma mrtasya ca tasmadapariharye'rthe na tvam socitumarhasi - Death is certain for the born, and rebirth is inevitable for the dead. You should not therefore, grieve over the inevitable." - Gita
Death leaves a heartache No one can heal; Love leaves a memory No one can steal Wishing you comfort at this time of sorrow. As you face each day and each tomorrow. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Indira will remain in our hearts forever.
Deepest sympathy, our thoughts are with you.
Our deepest condolence is extended to Raja, Sherada, Monisha and Sherain for the profound loss of your dear wife and mother. Indira will always be remembered for her charming personality. "Jatasya hi dhruvo mrtyurdhruvam janma mrtasya ca tasmadapariharye'rthe na tvam socitumarhasi - Death is certain for the born, and rebirth is inevitable for the dead. You should not, therefore, grieve over the inevitable.". - Gita
Dear Raja, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain, I have childhood memories of when Indira and I played together and these memories will stay with me. Keep your memories close to you and they will carry you forward. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you now and in the days to come.
So sad to hear of this... Indira, you were an amazing Pharmacist and an even more wonderful person. Condolences to Raj and the girls and family.
Deepest sympathies to Raja and family on Indira's passing. She is remembered fondly. Anand and Rajendra Persaud (Guyana)
Thinking of you and your family at this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deepest sympathies to Raja and family on Indira's passing. She is remembered fondly. Anand and Rajendra Persaud (Guyana)
Dear Dr. Harricharan and family My deepest sympathy for your great loss. May your memories give you comfort. Isabel Facey
I'm very sorry for the loss to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, April
Raj, I will be thinking of you and your girls often, praying for all of you during this time of greiving.
Dr. Harricharan I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time as are the thoughts and prayers of the whole inpatient mental health program.
Our deepest Sympathy and Condolences to Raja and family. We will always remember Indira's special smile that she shares with every one. Our thoughts, prayers and love with each of you at this sad time. The entire Persaud family sends their Deepest sympathies.
Dear Dr. Raj, mere words do not seem sufficient to express how deeply saddened I am to hear about the death of your beloved wife Indira. I will always remember her beautiful smile and warmth each time I spoke with her. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Wishing you God's peace through the difficult days ahead.
Dear Raj, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain I have known your lovely wife and mother since schooldays at BHS in Guyana. I was very sorry to hear the news , but glad that she died peacefully in her sun filled bedroom rather that in the hospital. Life will be difficult without her -- as I know how very central she was to your lives. But I hope that you find peace in knowing that Indira's friends know how much joy EACH of YOU brought to her. Yvette
Dear Raj May the comfort of family and friends help you through this difficult time. Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Indira always had this ability to change the room with her contagious smile. Her love for the family and friends came sincerely from the heart. She always welcomed everyone with an incredible spirit and her kindness and caring touched many lives. Our lives are richer for being fortunate enough to have known her. We are blessed with wonderful memories and saddened by the loss. With our thoughts and prayers. Our condolences to Raj, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain, family, extended family and friends. We will miss her very much.
Dear Raja,Sharada,Monisha,and Sherain, Please accept our sincere condolences at this very sad time in your lives. My parents and family in Noida,India ,also wish to convey to you all their sympathy. We pray the peace of God which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
May fond memories bring the light of other days around you now and in the days ahead.I will be praying for you on your healing journey. Lori Kells
Dear Raj, Sharada, Monisha and Sherain - we are cousins living in the UK and unfortunately we've never met but please accept our deepest sympathy at your great loss.
Dear Raj and family I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Words can never fill the void. In grief we realize the magnitude of love. My sincere sympathy.
Dear Raj and family, We are deeply saddened by your loss. We are saddened by our loss as well of a wonderfully considerate, gentle and attentive friend. We share your grief and pray that your lives from now will be a fulfillment and celebration of Indira's aspirations and her courageous life.
Dearest Raja, We would like to offer our sincerest condolences on your recent loss. It was a shock to hear the news of Indira's passing and we can only imagine how difficult it is for your and your family. We are reminded at this sad time, of the wise words by Lord Krishna in the Bhagawat Gita " When your mind becomes fixed on me, you shall overcome all difficulties by my grace." Raja may God's blessings and peace be with you and your wonderful family during this most difficult time.
Dear Raja and family, please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your wife and mother.
Dr Harricharan & Family Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thought's & prayer's are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Dear Rajendra and family, We are saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this sad and difficult time.
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