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Family visitation for public
9:45 am - 11:45 am
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Punarjanm Funeral Services
752 Mountain Blvd.
Watchung, New Jersey, United States
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Saroj Prasad posted a condolence
Saturday, November 4, 2023
This is from Dr s . prasad and Mrs s .prasad . Many years ago we visited Dr Das and his family and we stayed for a few days with him .we have a very fond memory of him and his wife and children May God bless him and make him rest in peace . .... . Would the family reply and leave the telephone number of his wife .we would love to get in touch with her . All our love and respect for Dr Das bhai and his family . Our telephone number is + 44 7869556898 .
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Arun K. Karna, Ph.D. posted a condolence
Thursday, April 27, 2023
It is with a very heavy heart and great sadness that I write here in fond memory of Dr. Bodh N. Das. At the time I was preparing to come to the U.S.A., knowing that Dr. Bodh Babu was already here provided great strength to me. After coming here, he was the first person I drove for 3 hours to meet in person at his Livingston house. From then on, I frequently visited him and Mrs. Ushaji Das, taking my wife, Pushpa, and children along with me. Several times, we stayed at the Livingston house. Dr. Bodha Babu and Mrs. Ushaji went through all pains to attend the wedding ceremonies of each of my children. I will never forget the warmth and kindness he extended to us. We talked over several things: spiritual, social, family, and personal matters. All his responses came from the purest of a heart full of sincerity and compassion. I still remember how he once mentioned “I wish someone could connect Einstein’s Theory to Sanatan Dharma’s concept of Soul and its rebirth.” I was immediately reminded of the conversation Swami Vivekanand had with Nichola Tesla in which Swamiji had prodded Nicholas Tesla to extend his research interests to explore other sources of energy beyond electricity, magnetism, and multimodal forms of them. In Dr. Bodh Das, an elevated Soul came to this earth and then left us all grieving, moving itself upwards to merge with the Cosmic Consciousness of God.
Arun K Karna, Pushpa Karna, all children
Lexington, MA
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Baleshwar Prasad posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
From B. Prasad and family:
I first met Dr. B.N. Das in 1955, when I joined Darbhanga Medical College as a first-year student when he was in his third year. Our association continued since that time, first as a colleague, then as a friend and lastly as a relation. He was not only honest, sincere and compassionate, but always was ready to help everybody who needed him during difficult times. Words cannot capture all the memories and feelings. We will miss him dearly. We pray to God to grant him peace in eternal life.
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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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Bodh Bhaiya was the humblest, gentlest soul you could ever hope to meet in your life. My memories of him stretch back to our village in India and I have looked up to him my whole life. He was an inspiration to so many, a dedicated doctor as well as a caring family man. He will be remembered with fondness and respect by all who had the privilege to meet him.
Our deepest condolences and prayers for his onward journey and strength to Usha Bhabhi and children.
Yours in grief,
Veena, Meghna, Ujjawal, Isheeta and Grandchildren.
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David Akman posted a condolence
Monday, April 24, 2023
A Tribute to the Captain
Dr. Das was a remarkable person. His expertise in cardiology was unsurpassed. His knowledge extended into general internal medicine as well, allowing him to be an invaluable resource at Lincoln Hospital. He had a clinical sense that few could hope to attain. It was there. You could feel it. We all knew it. The residents adored and respected him. They learned from him. The patients loved him and benefited from his wisdom. It was an honor to be his colleague for over 2 decades. He was also a friend, who, over the years, had been there for me in many ways. I know him to have been a generous and giving person. He had an admirable, accepting philosophy of life – one that I often tried to emulate, albeit with little success. He was my “go-to” person for just about everything. He always led me in the right direction. It was for this reason that I started, early on, to call him, “Captain”.
With these thoughts and memories, “Farewell Captain, and may God bless you abundantly for a life well-lived.”
Dave Akman
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Lekshmi Dharmarajan posted a condolence
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Dr. Bodh Das was a wonderful colleague, a great physician and above all an exceptional human being. He was kind and always willing to help one and all.
We will truly miss him. Condolences to his family.
May God bless his soul.
Lekshmi and T.S. Dharmarajan
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Bhagirath Lal Das posted a condolence
Saturday, April 22, 2023
From Bhagirath Lal Das, IAS (Retired), former Secretary to Government of India:
Bodhji and I:
With Bodhji’s (Dr Bodh N. Das’s) passing away I have lost a big part of my own past.
Bodhji and I met first in the summer of 1950 when we had entered the Intermediate of Science (I.Sc.) course in Science College, Patna. We were room-mates in its prestigious hostel, Newton House. After completing I.Sc. we (separately) took a rather impetuous step of joining the mining engineering course in the Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad. In fact we did not have any liking for engineering education and career. But the excitement of having been selected for this course through a tough and elite all India competition (32 students were selected out of nearly 100,000 candidates) propelled us into joining this course. But reality and wisdom dawned on us in two months and both of us left this course simultaneously and stealthily even without informing the Principal.
Thereafter our paths diverged but got intermingled together almost throughout.
I did B.Sc (Hon) and M.Sc. In Physics and joined the Indian Administrative Service. Bodhji did MBBS and MD and joined the Rajendra Medical College, Ranchi as a Resident. He earned an excellent reprutation as a physician, particularly as a cardiologist.
Those days there were attractive openings in the US for a trained doctor. Some of us were keen that he should take this opportunity. But he was hesitant. It needed strong persuasion from people around him, including me, to make him agree to explore professional prospects in the US. He went to the US in 1968.
He got employed there in various medical assignments, both teaching and clinical, and emerged as a high level specialist in cardiology.
His journey from a remote village, Balaur (near Manigachhi in Darbhanga district in Bihar), where he was often frolicking in and around the village tank, bathing, swimming and fishing (as he would often describe to me with relish) to eminent hospitals in and around New York as a well admired cardiologist is nothing short of miracle.
Also, it is the result of tremendous determination and sense of purpose. Readily taking onerous responsibility without caring for his own comfort was the hallmark of his nature.
At a personal level he was always there, right in the front, to help, aid and assist anybody who needed such care. He wouldn’t wait to ponder over how much it would cause difficulties or inconvenience to him. In all this mission he had full support and assistance of Ushaji and the children. They were always the pillars of strength behind him.
He has been the elderly doyen of a large extended family, now spread out in the US, for whom his abode, advice and care have been the launching pad.
I witnessed all this at close quarters as I myself was a regular beneficiary of his hospitality, fully supported by Ushaji. During my first visit to the US (that was in 1978), while staying with him, both of us went to see the newly constructed house, 291, Walnut Street, Livingston. Bodhji had purchased it but had not yet taken possession. I found before me a huge house in a big campus with tall Sal trees. Later I enjoyed his and Ushaji’s hospitality in this house almost every year, sometime extending to one full month.
We had enjoyable time those days, travelling over various parts of the US. For me, all this has been a treasure of memory.
Now Bodhji and I will not meet in person, but perhaps we’ll still be together in spirit.
Bodhji had the traits and attributes of a Saint. I pray to God wishing that He keeps Bodhji close to Him, always.
Bhagirath Lal Das
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Saturday, April 22, 2023
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Dadaji was an amazing person who had a heart full of kindness and compassion. He never forgot his roots in India and remained connected to his culture and heritage throughout his life. He always put the needs of others before his own and had a way of making everyone feel valued and appreciated. I aspire to be like him and carry on his legacy of selflessness and generosity. He will be deeply missed, but his spirit will remain with us forever.
We are proud to be your grandsons.....
Tejas Das / Tanay Das (Tarun and jyoti Das's son)
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Jyoti Das posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, April 22, 2023
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Gulab kaka was not only a selfless and kind-hearted individual but also a truly down-to-earth person. This was evident from the way he lived his life, treating everyone with respect and compassion, regardless of their background or status.
I have a vivid memory of Gulab kaka staying with us in Mumbai, where he misplaced a spectacle case by mistake. Despite being a renowned doctor and a great personality, he didn't hesitate to bend down and search behind the bed for the case with a small torch in his hands, even though he was almost 80 years old. This simple act of humility and dedication perfectly illustrates his down-to-earth nature.We are all deeply saddened by the loss of Gulab kaka, but we take solace in knowing that his legacy of kindness and humility will continue to inspire us for years to come. May his soul rest in peace.
Jyoti Das (Baua Das's wife)
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Friday, April 21, 2023
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A TRIBUTE TO BODH BABU : I always called him Bodh Babu. There are too many Jeejajis ! And I can't imagine my life without him. With his flowing white mane, he looked like a Nobel Laureate ! He was too elderly. There was no question of " Jeeja-Sala " humour. I was always in awe of him. He looked so scholarly. With a calmness on his face. The calmness was no ordinary. It came from rare saintly qualities that Mother Nature had bestowed upon him. I lose count of his saintly qualities. He was so modest. So humble. We live in a world where small men have big egos. Even a village " mukhiya " ( headman) is so full of air that he refuses to answer greetings from the poor. And Bodh Babu. He was a millionaire, settled in the superpower. A cardiologist with the highest degrees in his pockets. But never in his life , he forgot Laal Dais, Son Dais and Nunu Kakis from his poor village ! He was a Santa Claus for his poor relatives and other villagers. When he came to India, he had so many bulging suitcases with him. I told him jokingly that he looked Nadirshah with his loot ! But those suitcases were always filled with gifts for his relatives and friends. In 1972 or 1973 , he came to Begusarai. He told me that he purchased a box of candies for me but left it at the shop. Then he brought another box of chocolates for me ! This box is still somewhere in Darbhanga. In 1975 , at the time of Abha 's wedding, he brought a taperecorder for us. Richa, then a toddler, recorded so many songs when she came to Darbhanga. Babooji recorded Vijaya Kavach. I still can't hold back my tears when I listen to those songs from good old days.
And his hospitality ! He looked after his guests so well. In Ranchi, he had an endless stream of guests. Ushadi was always in the kitchen preparing tea for his friends. Bodh Babu famously said in Maithili, his mothertongue: " Chai se kam kee aa chai se besi kee? " ( I can't offer my guests more than tea. But I can't let them go without tea! ). Maa often quoted him as saying this and as a little boy I was so impressed. Even when Bodh Babu was financially challenged in Ranchi, he had such a big heart. And he was so disciplined in his life. A vegetarian, a teetotaler and a non-smoker. And he ate so frugally. A small amount of curd. A small amount of sabzi. I joked that his curd and sabzi looked like " physician 's samples. Not for sale! " . And whenever he visited India, he always wore a coat. Even during summer months. In his coat pockets, he kept his visa and his passport. And he never took his coat off. There are so many memories. I don't know where to begin and where to end. Yesterday, he was consigned to flames . A great life ended peacefully. He must be there, up in clouds, smiling benignly. As they say in India: " Nainam chhindanti shastraani, nainam dahti paavkah " ( Neither weapons can pierce. Nor fire can burn! ) . The soul is eternal. Goodbye Bodh Babu. Your " Chotuji " offers you the last pranam !
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Aparajita posted a condolence
Friday, April 21, 2023
It’s hard to put in words what Mausa ji has meant to me. My first memories of Mausa ji are actually from the time I was in India. Mausi and Mausa ji picked me up from Patna for a trip to Darbhanga. I was suffering from cold, and reluctant to have icecream. Mausa ji told me to go ahead and have one as it probably has nothing to do with the cold. Let’s just say, he just jumped up on my favorite list, right then and there. In India, when we were growing up, we always heard stories about “jeeja ji” from my mom, who spent a lot of time visiting mausi and mausa ji in Ranchi. We heard stories about his kindness, intelligence, hard work, his love for his family, his journey from a small town of darbhanga to US, how my nana ji used to call him “heera or gem of a son-in-law”. When we moved to this country, he was the one to pick us up and I stayed with them for almost a year. He recommended that instead of going back to India for medicine, to pursue medicine here. Today, as a cardiologist, I can see the great wisdom in his recommendation and advice. When I first learned to drive, I remember telling him about fear of parking in tight spots, and he told me to “cut in other direction before parking”, and I have been using that trick since then. I still remember how he diagnosed my grandfather by reviewing his labs and basically treated him from US after physicians in India somehow missed the diagnosis. I remember his pearl in cardiology about shortness of breath in early stage of exercise as marker of severe disease. To this day, I use his medical pearls to take care of my patients. I remember his visit to Chicago in 2014, when he drove all the way from NJ to visit. I remember him sitting down in my sparsely decorated apartment and telling me that it feels like a resort. His memories are limitless and probably cannot be jotted down. But at most unexpected moment, it suddenly comes to the surface, and reminds of our immense fortune to have known him in this life as well as of our terrible loss. After we have grown up and moved, he continued to make the same impact on our kids. Ananya still remembers “doctor nana” fondly. He has not only made an impact on his family and relatives but also an entire Indian community. He carried his physician oath of serving beyond his hospital and professional life. My mom always used to tell us, “Jeeja ji is a saint”, and I think most of us concur on that point. Mausa ji will live on in our memories for ever.
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Aditya Sinha posted a condolence
Thursday, April 20, 2023
I am sorry to hear of Das uncle's passing. I had a lot of respect for him. He was really a pillar of our community in my childhood and younger years. I always felt he had a quiet authority. I always marveled at the number of people he would have over for his Saturday afternoon puja; his house always seemed to have people spilling out.
He was two years senior to my father (the late CN Sinha) at Darbhanga Medical College, so my father had tremendous respect for him. Please accept my condolences.
(Pankaj)
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Kiran Kairab posted a condolence
Thursday, April 20, 2023
It takes a special person to light the way for others. Das Uncle lit the way for so many with an amazing torch of kindness, love and humanity. He and Auntie always characterized what it means to open your heart and home to others and it’s something that has deeply influenced me throughout my life. I am so grateful to Uncle and Auntie for everything they did to lift me up in my own life.
I don’t have the words to qualify the magnitude of his impact, but I do know that his flame, and the inspiration he continues to give to so many, will continue to burn and bring light to others.
May you be at peace, dear Uncle.
Kiran Kairab
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Tarun posted a condolence
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Gulab Kaka was a wonderful person who made a positive impact on the lives of many. He was known for his kind and selfless nature, always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. His legacy of generosity and compassion will be cherished by all who knew him. May he rest in peace.
नैनं छिन्दन्ति शस्त्राणि नैनं दहति पावकः।
न चैनं क्लेदयन्त्यापो न शोषयति मारुतः॥
Aapke Baua Das (Tarun)
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Bipin posted a condolence
Thursday, April 20, 2023
BIPIN
Tribute to Gulabkaka:
My deepest condolences to Gulabkaka.I have no words to express my respect and feelings for him. Whole family and society can't forget his contribution from his birth place to U S. It is a great loss for whole family and society. Gulabkaka pranam!
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Shipra Das posted a condolence
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Bodh Narayan Uncle was one of my father’s oldest friends. My own recollections of Uncle go back to when he and his family stayed with us in Patna in preparation for Abha di’s marriage. I didn’t meet him much till I was 18, when I arrived for the first time in America for college. Landing at JFK with two suitcases and no knowledge of America, I was met very warmly by Uncle and Auntie. Not just did they (and their children) welcome me into their home so that I could get acclimated to the US, they also undertook a long drive to my college in western MA, where they dropped me off to my dorm, the way parents do in this part of the world. As I went back and forth between the US, Europe and India, I was always back with Uncle and Auntie whenever I started life afresh in the US. I always felt reassured and secure in Bodh Uncle’s quiet presence and readiness to support me with whatever I needed. This unconditional generosity he also extended to my husband and daughter. Like my father said in his tribute, Bodh Uncle and Usha Auntie’s home served as a launchpad for many. I was one of the beneficiaries. His warmth and unending generosity will live on in my heart.
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Thursday, April 20, 2023
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Tribute to Gulabkaka :
There is an indescribable amount of grief after losing Gulabkaka. Losing a man not less than saint means losing the great protector, a guiding hand and the God Father. But focusing on all the incredible memories you shared you will always remain in the core of my heart. Words cannot heal the pain losing Gulabkaka. May the good memories hold deep in my heart. May God give me strength to overcome the pain of this great loss. God has ended his suffering that is the only consolation that we can hope for. May God grant him the best place in the heaven where eternal peace reigns Supreme.
Bholi(Barun)
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Manoj Kantu posted a condolence
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Das Uncle was among the kindest and most gracious Uncles I grew up knowing. His spirit will always embody the best of our Bihari community. The smiles he brought to so many will be missed.
Love, Kantu Family
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Anju and Raj Jha posted a condolence
Thursday, April 20, 2023
The world has a huge void without babuji for everyone who came in contact with him. There is nobody like him in this world. It is so hard to imagine the world without his kindness, generosity and wisdom. He belongs to all of us because he accepted us all. We will miss him immensely. My heart felt condolences to Mani and rest of the family!
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Thursday, April 20, 2023
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I have known Bodh babu, my adorable Pahun, all my life..he has been part of my growing up years when I looked up to him as an ideal making efforts to become like him. He has been so dear to all of us.. Papa Mummy were so very fond of him and loved him for all that he was.. His humbleness and affectionate, respectful behaviour towards everyone in the family was unparalleled.
It was my good fortune that I got a chance to stay with him at his lovely house during our visit to the US in 2019. His ever smiling face, a little lost look and the affectionate and caring voice endeared me to him all over once again..
His passing away is such a loss both to the close and extended family and to the society as a whole. He was goodness personified. We will miss him always .
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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Bodh Mausa has always been a consistent grandfatherly presence in my life. Every birthday, every graduation, every milestone- he’s been there! It’s a rare boon to get a family patriarch with such a personal touch. Mausaji not only brought us to this country but he picked us up at the airport (and probably every other Bihari in the tristate area!). I’ve never met anyone who worked harder for his family and community. We all owe so much to him. I feel incredibly grateful and lucky to not only everything he’s done for us but for the example he’s set for us to follow for the rest of our lives.
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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Bodh Babu,as we call him was instrumental in helping many family members migrate to the United States and adjust to their new life. Their tireless efforts and unwavering support made the transition much smoother for everyone. He was a true advocate for their loved ones, ensuring they had access to resources, assistance, and guidance whenever needed.
Bodh Babu will always be remembered as a generous, kind, and selfless person who put the needs of others before their own. They were a mentor, aconfidant, and a friend to many. His legacy will live on through the countless lives they touched, and the memories they created with family and friends.
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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I am speechless. But, I’ll try and begin like this. There is a quote which says “Once in a while, someone amazing comes, and here I am.” This amazing person, was Doctor Nana. I can’t explain how much significance Doctor Nana has in my life; he was a gem and will always be one. When I had my first bloody nose, he was the one who tended to me, and the next morning he called to ensure I was okay. Over just a simple bloody nose, he displayed so much concern, care, and love for me. He was modest, kind, caring, loving, and thoughtful. Without him I would never be able to be who I am today. He was a role model for me: he was compassionate and he taught me what it truly means to be “amazing.” He will always stay and hold a special place in my heart forever.
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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Words are not enough to describe how we feel about loosing Jijaji . Our hearts ache in sadness . He was the kindest & modest person of all we have ever met ,always there to help others without any expectation. He was the pillar of our family ,like a father figure to us .
He was a blessing and God's gift to everyone he came across .
We have many beautiful memories in USA from the day one onwards with him.There’s a big void in our hearts no one can ever fill. We miss him and always will. The loss is huge and it has changed our lives forever .He is going to be in our heart & thoughts forever.Rest in peace Jijaji ! - Nupur
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Saumya Das posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
DR. B.N.DAS
OUR RESPECTED JEEJAJEE
A FATHER FIGURE TO ALL OF US
A FATHER NEVERTHELESS
I saw you first that March 1989
My first holi in darbhanga that March 1989
Your simplicity
Your sincerity
Your calmness
Your friendliness
Your giving nature
Your forever nurture
Your beliefs
Your faith
Your love for everyone
Your caring and concern for everyone
Your smiling face
Your everpresent grace
Your reading your palm
Your everdoing satkaam
Your coat
Your shawl
Your blessing made us all
My MD degree i owe it to you
Your blessing made me a doctor here too
Prabhat and me owe so much to you our guide
We lost you physically but in our hearts you reside
Usha di your reflection in each and every way
Our regards, love and care for you and her everday everyway
Rest in peace Jeejajee
Each and everyone always there for Usha di
Regards
Respect
Love
Prayers
- Saumya
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SK Sinha posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Saddened as we are at the loss of one of our dearest friend, Dr. Bodh Das, we cannot help, but reflect on the incredible journey of life of a super human being. A great friend, a loving family man, a very knowledgeable and successful physician, Dr Das was there for everyone in our community and touched so many lives. The hallmark of his life was utmost simplicity, unassuming demeanor, calmness, outpouring love and above all, a smile on his face.
Dasjee, we will continue to love you forever, wherever you are.
With gratitude and regards,
SK, Manju & Family
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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जातस्य हि ध्रुवो मृत्युर्ध्रुवं जन्म मृतस्य च |
तस्मादपरिहार्येऽर्थे न त्वं शोचितुमर्हसि ||
Das Mausa was an embodiment of Quiet, Colossal, Steady Force. Soft spoken and endearing, always asked you how you were and how things were going. Right is what he stood by when it came to choices. His heart and house was always open to others. He always showed up, no matter what, he would try to accommodate his time to fulfill all invitations. He was direct, open to listening and open to giving advice. He was always a part of your milestones. I have many wonderful memories of him and I actually learnt some about my Nana from him. His legacy will live on and he will remain in our hearts. A presence like him is even more present in their absence. Rest in peace Mausa. I am grateful and thankful to have known you so closely.
Pranam and Regards,
Meethi ( Aparna)
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Jaya Hariprasad posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Das Uncle was a towering figure of my childhood, figuratively and literally. There are too many examples of his compassion and service for me to pick just one. While he was an outstanding doctor and a pillar of our community, he was also my kind and caring uncle who always made time for everyone who needed him. Though the world seems a little darker now, Das Uncle's unfailing light will always remain as he finally rests among the angels.
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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Words literally fail me when I try to write about Jijaji or Bodh Babu (Dr Bodh Narayan Das), who left us on April 13th, 2023 - leaving behind a void impossible to fill.
He was a doctor of heart with a heart of gold; he was like the Hindu mythological saint Dadhichi who gave everything for the sake of others; he was an eternal Good Samaritan ever ready to help even the strangers; he was a Gulliver in the land of Lilliput with his gigantic moral stature; he was the
Columbus of our family who "found" America for us.
Jijaji was perfect in every role he played in his well-lived life -- a perfect son, brother, husband , dad, granddad, - in-law, cardiologist...and so on.It is almost impossible to find someone so perfect in so many ways, in so many walks of life.
He touched upon countless lives in his characteristic modest but at the same time profound ways, and BNDas touch was always Midas touch.
When it came to helping others, he helped all indiscriminately without any expectations whatsoever. Jijaji and Ushadi's homes have always been a welcoming place for everyone - friends and family - and his definition of family was "Vasudhev Kutumbkam"(the whole world is a family). He with Ushadi received numerous immigrants at the airport when they came to the USA for the first time and played host for months until they got launched to their orbits of career. That's why I call their home a launching pad from where I, too, was launched! Jijaji dropped me on his way to hospital and picked me on his way back home for more than a year that too with a smile on his lips as if adding to his already long commute to New York City was no big deal!
Jijaji traveled a lot, both literally and figuratively. The journey from the backwaters of Balaur, a sleepy village in the state of Bihar, to the height of achievements in the City of Skyscrapers was no mean feat. But he never forgot his humble background and continued to be an epitome of modesty. He loved to drive that too without a GPS. I used to joke that Jijaji would drive to Balaur if there were no seven seas between here and there. Now, he is all set to make his last journey, to take his Final Exit. Sorry Jijaji, I can't say 'Bye' to you this time. You will always stay with us.
I wish we could keep him longer in the midst of us. We failed.
He is gone, his legacy will live on
Our true homage to Jijaji cannot be our words alone, which sound hollow and empty and meaningless and even ridiculous if we fail to emulate him. Rising above our narrow self-interests and maintaining relationships are two important virtues that he stood for all his life.
Pooja, Aarzoo, I('Harshuji'), and everyone else will miss you, Jijaji! You will be in our hearts forever.
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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Dr. Bodh Jijajee was like a father to me. My parents were extremely close to him. The last time I met him was when he came to visit in Delhi. He was a rare human being who enriched every life he touched. A kind, gentle, soft spoken person, who helped freely anyone who came to him. He was a legend in our Indian community both in India and the US. And everyone respected him deeply. We will miss his presence infinitely. May he rest in peace and May God shower his grace on him. He leaves behind a large and a very successful family. May his name as a renowned doctor and a wonderful human being always live on and shine on.
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Ashray Jha posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
What can I say in a tribute for Nana as words have limitations but feelings do not. I will try to express my thoughts here. Throughout all of my struggles and hardships of life, Nana was always there providing support and encouragement. He always would go out of his way to help people, spread his positivity, and provide encouragement during time of need. He was always thinking of others before himself. If I can replicate even a fraction of his generosity and kindness I know he would be happy and smiling from above.
With Love,
Ashray
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Mithilesh Kumar posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Bodh Babu, as we called him was an amazing person, who did good to others without expecting anything in return. His home was my port of entry to USA and he has been a source of support and advice to us all along. He was one person in my life whom I could always reachout and talk for any length on any topic in the world. His loss has created a void in my life .
He was a person who liked everyone and everyone liked him. His name will definitely be written among those whom God loved !
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Dolly posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Das Uncle was truly remarkable. He was humble and exuded a calmness with his smile. I have so many fond memories of him growing up and he was not only a Dr to all but also like a father to everyone in our generation. His legacy will live on with the amazing family he has nurtured and guided. May he rest in peace. Sincere condolences and love to the entire Das family.
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nilu upadhyay posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Dr Das was an amazing person. Always smiling and
happy! He has helped every soul who needed help! ! The quality he had in him was very unique! To know him was an opportunity.Our Pranam Nilu and Kiran Upadhyay
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Davé Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Dr Das was Very Pure, Peaceful, Humble,and Generous and many other good things !!
We were/are all Blessed to have had him in our lives.
His Soul Will Shine Forever.
RIP. Om Shanti
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nita khan posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Das Uncle was one of the kindest humans I have had the privilege to know. His understated simplicity was his power to impact those around him. His humbleness in accepting love and gratitude of life's blessings was truly a trait we all should strive for. So many will miss him immensely, including me. So many will always hold him in their hearts, including me. My deepest condolences to everyone in the family. He's truly irreplaceable and will live on in the lives of so many people he impacted. He was a true gift from above. ❤️
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Guddu posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
sky blue VW bug
paper airplanes over Fort Lee
ketchup sandwiches after the beach
a warm welcoming home
a humble man
of great dignity and virtue
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Chitra Prasad posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Like others, I have so many memories of Das Uncle. Not only was he everyone’s “2nd doctor,” he was a member of everyone’s family. His compassion and willingness to help others was unparalleled and left a great mark on all of us. Without him, our community would not have been what it was, nor our childhood memories so rich. Das Uncle will always hold a very special place in our hearts, and with great respect, gratitude, and love, we wish him peace as he continues his journey.
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Monday, April 17, 2023
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