|| Jai Swãminãrãyan ||
JOURNEY OF HIRABHAI PATEL TO AKSHARDHAAM
February 9th, 1933 - May 08th, 2024
(GAAM: Bhamaiya)
On Wednesday, May 8th, 2023 at 6:53 am, in the comfort of his home in San Mateo, California, USA, at the age of 91, our beloved Hirabhai Lallubhai Patel, peacefully transitioned to Akshardham, the Sacred Abode of Bhagawaan Swaminarayan, in the loving embrace of his entire family.
Hirabhai was affectionately known as “Dada” was always found in his sacred place, his garden. Although he left India in his early 20s, he never forgot his roots and would always had regard for India as his true home.
He taught everyone to be committed and driven in all aspects of life. He lived in strict niyamas (self-discipline) which he followed without fail. Hirabhai was hardworking, determined, caring, thoughtful, selfless and humble. These values he carried with him till the very end and ensured everyone he came across felt his soft but impactful presence, most especially his children, relatives and community.
Despite lacking a formal education, he possessed remarkable wisdom and determination that carried him to overcome any obstacles he came across with. Whether it be moving to England as a young man without speaking the language and developing a successful life, to doing it all over again when he moved to the United States.
Hirabhai’s love for his garden was unmatched and up to his last days, he remained steadfast on maintaining it. His care he took of his garden was how he treated life, with love and dedication. His most recent challenge with dialysis demonstrated his care for others by constantly trying to do things himself and not be a burden to others along with his dedication to continue a strict regiment to be able to be a part of the lives of those who loved him most.
Please join us to honor and celebrate Hirabhai’s legacy as we attempt to walk in his footsteps keeping Bhagawaan and compassion at the epicenter of our lives. Let us learn to embrace and truly live the wisdom and ideals Dada taught us…BHAKTI, TRUTH, LOVE FOR ALL, COMPASSION, HUMILITY, GENEROSITY, & HARDWORK.
HIRABHAI LALLUBHAI PATEL PARIVAR (FAMILY)
Spouse:
Virbhadraben H. Patel
Father and Mother:
Late Lallubhai Patel & Late Gangaben Lallubhai Patel
Siblings:
Late Maganbhai L. Patel
Children:
Vijay H. Patel
Gita R. Patel
Grand Children:
Shetal V. Patel
Jignesh R. Patel
Shamir. V Kumar
Shiven V. Kumar
Great Grand Children:
Akshar V. Patel
Vandan V. Patel
Jaiden J. Patel
Kaiden J. Patel
Leia W. Kumar
We kindly request your blessings in lieu of flowers.
Prathna Information:
Tuesday: 05/14/2024
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Funeral Information:
Funeral Date: 05/15/2024
Funeral Time: 10:00 AM
Funeral Location: CA-35 at Highway 92, San Mateo, CA 94402
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Vijay Patel
Phone: (650) 333 - 1886
Email: vhpbaps@gmail.com
“In the Joy of Others Lies Our Own”
-Pramukh Swami Maharaj
Om Shanti Om
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