I remember meeting Auntie and Uncle for the first time 16 years ago when I first met Priya and Vinny. We were both  new  mothers  with absolutely no idea  and new to Houston .Auntie very sweetly invited me to Priya's baby shower and I remember feeling treated like a family member, so affectionately and warmly received. Indeed, Priya and I have become like sisters over the last many years, sharing the joys of motherhood. The deepening of our friendship with the Tripathi family has evolved into sharing sorrow but in going through this sad time with them, I am also reminded of the immense joy that my friendship with Priya has brought to my parents and me as well. Auntie and Uncle have treated my children like their own grandchildren, my parents like their own relatives and my parents last happy memories with uncle and auntie were in discussing their upcoming travels. Indeed, uncle had a Zeal for life and adventure and he has passed that on to his kids and grandkids. The ultimate gentleman, connoisseur of life, and  witty philosopher, Uncle charmed, cheered and inspired a new generation to love life to the fullest. We miss his smile and wisdom but know that he is with us in the shape of his beautiful grandchildren. We will always love Neena auntie and his family as our own. With much affection and love, Rahul and Lavannya 

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Prafulla a "Perfect Gentleman",
Prafulla is the Husband of my childhood school friend Neena Sarma,(difficult to refere to him in the past tense).Someone who i have been lucky to have met 10 years ago at our/ Neena,s school reunion, someone who I will never be able to forget,
The most beautiful thing one remembers about him is his gentle nature and ever smiling disposition.Most husbands refused to come with their wives for school reunions ,but Prafulla was the live wire at all our reunions.He was our unofficial photographer,all the beautiful memories of events captured ,were thanks to his frivolous nature ever ready to please all of us,
Its impossible to imagine my next meeting with Neena without Prafulla,but life has to go on and my message to him is "Prafulla you are the epitome of a Gentleman".So happy to have been able to meet and interact with you.
Wherever you are may god grant you eternal peace,You are one of the stars in the sky for me.always shining bright and beautiful

Though our meetings  were short and far between,Prafulla endeared himself to all of us.His sunny disposition and cheerful smile will enrich our memories  for ever .Adios dear friend,
Sushma , Chat, Jamshedpur

Prafulla, as we knew him was always fun to be with, full of stories no matter what subject one chose to talk about. If you really wanted to get him going just ask or say something about Banaras Hindu University or better yet, the Indian Politics and then prepare to be entertained. Of course the stories got more interesting and the laughter a bit louder if he had a glass of red wine in his hand. Both Nina and Prafulla were gracious hosts and loved to entertain, although Prafulla frequently needed a small reminder from Neena (from the kitchen), have you asked them what they want to drink? Prafulla would then ask; Han bhai kya piyoge? It is hard to believe that he is no longer with us. We will miss him dearly. Alok and Ritu.

Tripathi Saheb’s soft voice and always smiling face will be always missed. We are glad to be friends with such a gentle soul, we always enjoyed being with him and Neena. He will be missed dearly. 
Rama and Navee

An incredible person, a thorough gentleman, a loving husband, father and grandfather, an intellectual  person, always a pleasure to discuss social, cultural, political and economic issues with him, and a friend of friends. That is how we will remember Prafulla Tripathi. You have left an everlasting impression on us. It was our pleasure knowing you and be related to you. We are going to miss you. Phoola and Autar Ganju