Obituary of Rashmi Patel

     Rashmi M. Patel passed away at home on June 11, 2019 at the age of 71 years while surrounded by his loving   family and friends. Rashmi was born in Eldoret, Kenya on October 17, 1947.

      Rashmi lived all over the world during the course of his life, from Kenya to India to London and then finally to the United States. He enjoyed spending his time working and traveling, living happily and enjoying his time with his wonderful family. Rashmi was loved by his large extended family in Long Island and Albany as well as countless cousins, nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends around the world. He spent many happy hours relaxing with his faithful canine companion Ziggy.

      Rashmi is survived by his family: his wonderful wife of 47 years, Nalini Patel, his devoted daughter Rupal Patel and adored grand-daughter Amee. He is pre-deceased by his parents Muljibhai and Sushilaben Patel, as well as his brother Ashwin. Rashmi is also survived by his sister-in-law Asmita, brother Girish (Shakila) and sister Kiran (Naresh).

     Funeral service will be held on Friday June 14, 2019 at 9:30 am at the Gardner Earl Memorial Chapel at Oakwood Cemetery, 186 Oakwood Avenue Troy, New York  12182.