प्रिय बेटा श्रेय!
जीवन क्षणभंगुर है यह बात 100 फ़ीसदी सत्य है। तुम्हारे चले जाने के बाद इस कड़वी सच्चाई का एहसास हुआ है हम सबको। तुम एक मात्र चिराग थे इस परिवार का जो हमेशा के लिए बुझ गया। अपने पीछे एक ऐसा शून्य छोड़ गए हो जिसकी भरपाई असंभव है। तुम्हारी मधुर स्मृतियां ही बस शेष हैं। ईश्वर तुम्हारी आत्मा को शांति प्रदान करे हमारी यही प्रार्थना है।

I miss you every day Bhaiya.
The world is so different without you.
I love you so much Bhaiya.

Dear Shreyance

You are in our thoughts. We miss you.

Dear Shrey,

I am sorry, I am truly sorry. I still can't accept that you are gone. I find it difficult to speak, at a loss of words when it comes to you. I wish I could trade places with you, I really do. I wish I could be more giving, may be had a cleaner heart resembling yours, half as loving as you were.

O my little brother, but how I longed to see you smile, create a beautiful family in your cute house, wanted to dance my heart out at your wedding because you did everything for us all, for our happiness, and be there for us at the important stepping stones of life. But how could I accept that we couldn't be there for you when you needed us the most, unable to ease even a bit of your pain. Yes, I don't know how not to be sorry. I am pining away at a loss I can never reclaim, disgusted at my human inabilities no matter how much my mind tries to rationalize.

Shradha, you, Roni and Me made the 'closest cousin clans' since childhood, how I cherish those memories of our innocent misadventures, why did we have to grow up. And even after my marriage, I was delighted seeing Sandip and you sharing a bond closer than our own. It tugs at my heart every time I see your pictures, or when your memory flashes particularly the last days, hanging out at our Bangalore homes, the Birthday celebrations, Roni's wedding, our strolling on the roof for hours, our cooking expeditions on kebabs, our endless debates and arguments and of course those intermittent unspoken sweet exchanges that only siblings share. 

I cant even express an inch of the huge hole created in my heart, and perhaps can never express enough. It's empty forever, I get lost in the depths of this abyss with little respite but your loving memories still soothe my poor soul that I'll treasure forever. I only wish I could soothe yours too, but I am glad at the same time for your short sojourn here, that you are at the least saved from the troubles of this ruthless world. And I don't understand all about life but I believe Christ is listening and yes I do pray to Him about You, hoping you are nearer to Him. Wherever and however far you may be now, but I hope someday on some crossroads we meet again my dear brother and I don't want to say goodbye.

Yours only
Rini Didi

On behalf of Fokatbaaz gang... you will always be missed

We have had a ton of fond memories and conversations. Still recall brainstorming with him on the best shortcuts in Bangalore, new restaurants & his never-ending interest in cracking jokes.
He was recently working on his Master’s degree in Data Science and in the last conversation we discussed a ton on the future prospects of the same. He even sent me his resume to refer to my team.
Life is full of surprises and we were all shocked to hear the news of his sudden demise. We still miss you SCS and your memory is kept alive in our conversations
-Andy



There were many instances where we still think he is with us but life is always a mystery to all of us and we don’t have any control on it. We cherish the moments with SCS and that brings us a smile on our face at the same time it makes us sad to know the reality.
I still have a few glimpses of flashbacks back in Bangalore days - EMC days, Mysore trip with him exploring places, random suggestions from him for trying different food at different places.
I still remember his black shining pulsar and he used to have a cap underneath his helmet, he used to wear it to avoid hair loss (later I saw he looked different in grown hair), we had so many funny moments which brings us back to the time.
Last time when I spoke to him he said gradually things have changed in Bangalore and very few friends are in touch - which is a ground reality, life is all about changes and that’s life :) All we can still do is collect those small moments together and cherish the time we spent.
We will miss you SCS with your laugh(which sounds like this - hahahaha) and all the time we spent together no matter small or big.
Anil



Shreyance was a good friend to many, he could entertain for hours with stories about his time in boarding. He had the ability to make you so comfortable that you could share your deepest issues without the fear of being judged. We have had a lot of memories, pulling each other's legs, his passion towards cooking and exploring new things.
When we met last time, we spoke about future plans and about his wedding. However, in the span of a month, everything changed.
I never thought that I would write an obituary. I still can’t digest that you are not there. Miss you and lots of love.
Kavya

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I am writing this with a very heavy heart and still can’t believe you are not with us.
Shreyance and I worked at EMC till 2017 and I think most of us who joined together were already left by that time. I still remember how we used to talk about our EMC journey and how everyone left to pursue other dreams except us. We are still here and complaining about EMC.
I remember when I told him that finally I am leaving this company in 2017 and first thing he said “Sale ab tu bhi ja raha he, chal sahi he Canada aake mite he tujhse”

He was always a very hard working and passionate person and always used to talk about what he is planning to do, so he can grow in the company.

I remember when we visited his house for the house warming ceremony. He was so welcoming and we all had an amazing time. I am sure many of us used to take inspiration from him that how he achieved so much in life in so little time.

He always had that calm smile on his face and he always used to tell not to worry about anything. I am sure he lived his life to the fullest and achieved everything that he wanted.
We will always miss you buddy and I am sure your memories will always be part of our conversations whenever we all meet.



– Abhishek

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I don't know what to write because there are so many memory of you. From day one in EMC, We have memories of you. It all started from roaming around the office, going for breakfast together. And most of the funniest one was at lunch where everyone is taking a full plate of the meal and you were joining us with either SALAD or FRUITS bowl and replying to us that you were on DIET. And the list goes on.

Last memory of SCS I have, He called me around 10 PM in Jan-Feb 2021 and said that "Yaar bore ho raha hu, let's go for a drive and we went to HSR from Sarjapur Village". That day we were together for almost 4-5 hour. We were talking till 3:00 AM (I don't know if I say, it is midnight or early morning).

You Left us very early buddy. We miss you a lot. If time can be revered and if we can bring you back we would be very happy to do that.


In the loving memory of Shreyance. If possible come back buddy .
-Nishant

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SCS, I never thought I would be writing a memorial for him. We joined EMC in the same batch of 2010 and were lunch buddies. Most of the time we team together during lunch/tea breaks to pull others' legs. He was a gem of a person and he always tries to bring the best out of people nearby him.
When I was leaving EMC in 2012 we had a small get together here are few glimpses :


It has been 10 years since I left EMC but we often tried to be in touch and our conversation started with each other's well-being and ended with his passion for cooking. He was a no nonsense fella.
I remember he was very happy for his Dec’2020 bday as he got to spend the whole time with his family which was priceless to him.

He left us but I can feel a little bit of him has remained in each of us he knew.. Miss you..

Sagorika
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I met Shreyance (SCS) on the first day of EMC, and soon we became very good friends. We went on many trips and tours together, along with our other fokatbaaz gang. How can I forget our first trip to Guhantara resort and then club cabana, trip to Kodaikanal, Madurai , Kerala and many more. He was foodie and we use to explore different cuisine on weekends. We use to talk about our secrets and that will always remain as secret. Thank you for everything that you did for me. I want you to know, that I always remember you. You will always be my friendly friend.

He was such a trust worthy person, who can make anyone feel comfortable so soon. He was a great friend, and kind-of friend that stood by you no matter what. He was always fearless and forever curious about - everything, very much ambitious about his career. A person who use to plan each step of his life and finances. He use to talk non-stop regarding his boarding school life and how much he used to miss his family there. You went so soon man. We spoke a few months before this happened, and he was talking all about his Post Grad and career and life ahead. He was so happy with his life. Who knew this will happen and I would be writing an obituary for him. You will always be missed SCS. A few glimpse of us.
Jyoti

A Noble Soul
The most striking thing about Shreyance was his smile. It was warm, welcoming and it would endear him to anyone. It is possible only when you have a good heart and Shreyance had that. You wanted to talk to him, probably why he was always surrounded with friends. He was very passionate about his work and had clear vision where he wants to be.
A devoted son
A loving brother (he just wouldn't stop talking about his sister's wedding and all the plans he had!!  :)  )
A true friend (He would go out of his way to help anyone and I have experienced it)
A good human being (World will definitely be a better place with more like him around)

One can go on and on about him, such was the lasting impression he made on you. 

Dear Shreyance, you will always be remembered, always in our hearts and memories. May you rest in peace brother.

I met Shreyance while he was doing his Master's from Upgrad. I was his one of the external mentors from Upgrad and he was brilliant towards his work and dedication. Even after graduation he was always ready to solve real world problems using his learnings. He was really caring for his family especially parents.
May his soul rest in peace. Will miss our discussions buddy.
-Nishkarsh

I met Shreyance (SCS) on the first day of EMC, and soon we became very good friends. We went on many trips and tours together, along with our other fokatbaaz gang. How can I forget our first trip to Guhantara resort and then club cabana, trip to Kodaikanal, Madurai , Kerala and many more. He was foodie and we use to explore different cuisine on weekends. We use to talk about our secrets and that will always remain as secret. Thank you for everything that you did for me. I want you to know, that I always remember you. You will always be my friendly friend.

He was such a trust worthy person, who can make anyone feel comfortable so soon. He was a great friend, and kind-of friend that stood by you no matter what. He was always fearless and forever curious about - everything, very much ambitious about his career. A person who use to plan each step of his life and finances. He use to talk non-stop regarding his boarding school life and how much he used to miss his family there. You went so soon man. We spoke a few months before this happened, and he was talking all about his Post Grad and career and life ahead. He was so happy with his life. Who knew this will happen and I would be writing an obituary for you. You will always be missed SCS.
Jyoti (friend)

You will always be remembered for your humble behaviour, you have been a excellent sportsman with helping nature.

In school Shaw meant Fast for us.

I lack words to define your personality and how we lost a dear friend of ours

May your soul rest in peace

Where do I start !!
I don't have a brother and it didn't matter to me until I saw how shrey bhaiya loved Shradha.
I really felt like having one elder brother like Shrey bhaiya.He was soooooo loving and caring.He treated Shradha like his child.I was Shradha's friend but bhaiya used to treat me like his sister. He was so fond of food and that was one of our favorite topics to discuss. I will always remember our Banglore trip. It was a wonderful time spent with Bhaiya. Sometimes if I didn't know something about Shradha, he used to be so concerned thinking if we both are talking regularly or not and everything is okay between us or not. That's how sweet he was. I admired him so much for the kind of person he was. I will always remember him in my prayers and I hope he is in better place up there. He will always be loved.

Love
Lubaina

My dearest Shrey

You came into my life when the world stood still and that was during Covid’20. Our first conversation lasted more than an hour and just like that before we knew we became friends(you were the best version I had)….I remember us chatting for hours where you would tell me all those beautiful stories about your childhood at Scindia’s , your train journeys and most of all about your beautiful sister,parents, cousins and how much you loved them

It is true that I realise now . They don't make people like you anymore . You are the kindest , purest and a human filled with love.

I will always remember our last convo and what ever you had said to me shall remain in my heart forever until me meet again.

I hope and pray that you are in peace and happy and bubbly just like I have known you to be.

You are missed a-lot , I hope you know that my darling friend…. Thank you for coming into my life and I am sorry for not being there when I could have

Lots of love
Elli

Shrey was a wonderful human being. His passing came as an absolute shock to me.

When I had last spoken to him, everything was fine and he was confident about the way things were going. However, in a span of two weeks, everything changed.

Even today, I reflect a lot on what happened.

He was really passionate about sports, his school and food. There were endless stories that he had to share and you could never get bored of them. There was always a certain twist to them.

There are some events that change you fundamentally as a person. You start looking at everything in life differently. Shrey's passing is one such event in my life. Never thought this would happen.

Thank you for your friendship. I pray often for your soul. You are sorely missed.

You went away so suddenly
We did not say goodbye
But my dear brother Shrey can never be parted
Because precious memories never die.

A smiling face is a beautiful face and a kind heart is a beautiful heart, and Shreyansh was surely gifted with both.

He was not just aware, but had wisdom in abundance, he was not just warm and cordial, he had the ability to make you so comfortable that you could share your deepest issues and complicated problems without the fear of being judged. Yes always a true loyal friend.

He was the pink in the sky, too beautiful and has transcended into the vastness of heaven too soon.

What I specifically loved the most in him was his open mind, unbridled with prejudices, the ability to accept people as they are and appreciate them. To stay humble at all times and always remember you on your important days, obviously I could never match to his level. Our gem.

He would listen so carefully, he would be so patient and smiling, I was only fortunate to be his friend. We met as adults but we always felt like childhood friends. His last words to me were...Kolkata trip pe aaunga toh zaroor milunga... I'll wait for you my friend and you will forever be in our heart ❤️

Let me confirm, I loved your new hairstyle handsome man.

Love Tanvee
(Friend)

Shreyance
We have many friends in our life but there are some with whom we knw we will grow old together, Shreyance was my that friend .
Though he was my brother Rishav 's frnd from Scindia school ,we became frnds actually in banglore when he started his work in Dell and I was in my final year MBBS .AFTER 2010 he slowly became part of my life and our journey of friendship began....from night Stays , barbeque, shopping to attending my wedding ,coming to davangere ,hving a blast at Rishav's wedding and the long phone chats every now and than.
I have still not overcome the pain of losing you my dear friend and a brotherly figure ...You will always be in my heart forever.
We will always remember your infectious smile and all the warm vibes you brought with you ❤

Dear shrey

Even after an entire year, your loss hurts more than ever. We will never forget you. You will always have a place in our hearts and, a year; two, or even eternity won’t see your memory fade.

I know him as my neighbour in short span of time he became my friend, Bhai, and Mama to my daughter.Where I could openly share my thoughts. I was eagerly waiting for his marriage but I never thought that I will write an obituary still I can't digest that your not there.Miss you and lots of love

Shrey was a thread that tied all us cousin’s together. Always the social, affable and cheerful persona. Losing him has left a deep void in our hearts.

Miss you Shrey! 

It is unbelievable that it's a year since you'v gone dear Shrey. It's hard to imagine your absence. Your family misses you. I miss you so much. I fondly remember your warmth, when I visited Bangalore and you literally kidnapped me from Bunty Bhaiya's place to welcome me in your new home. I was so proud of what you had achieved, and beaming with love and pride at my little brother's own abode. I loved how you would, almost in a child-like fashion demand attention, love -- our endless chats way into the night, both in person and over the phone. You had the knack of somehow intuitively understanding my low days and were ALWAYS there for me. Thank you for your unbridled love of those days. Like Shraddha, I too, had big plans for your wedding -- God knows, I would have eventually lost weight to wear that lehnga. I know this -- you had a heart of gold -- your unparalleled love for your parents, your sister, your family, is inspirational and rare. Shey, I'm having a hard time writing 'was'...You will never be a past memory for us, but will be alive in us, with your love and warmth. I remember telling you once sadly, that Angel wishes she had an elder brother and you immediately jumped and said - - 'I can be her mama and her elder brother', that's the kind of person you were. Also, honest and direct to a fault. I'm lucky I got to have a few gourmet meals with you -- we'll save the steaks and kebabs for the afterlife.

Your mother is my godmother, hence you are my god brother. I love you and miss you. I'm confident you are coming back, you're just around the corner. The family awaits you. Keep smiling always, you little star. I'm holding your hand like we used to. :)

I was looking forward to raising a toast for Bhaiya’s wedding, never thought I would be writing an obituary for him. Bhaiya was full of life, cheerful, bubbly and chatty. Also, you can never win any argument with him. I used to tease him that he should have become a Lawyer instead of being a Software Engineer. He was very warmhearted, no one knows, he used to support Ajeet dada’s (Our household help when we were Kids) children for their education monthly when he could hardly afford doing that. Bhaiya always prioritized his family over anything and thought about their well being over his own. He will give away all his gifts to me. Bhaiya will always pamper me so much and make me feel special all the time. He was my go to person for anything in life, be it deciding on my new phone or planning my birthdays and wedding or picking up/dropping me in the ugly Bangalore Traffic or just being there whenever I needed him.He will always take care of everything. He helped me with almost everything since childhood like a perfect Big Brother. Most recently, he wrote most of my statement of purpose essays and letter of recommendations while applying to universities in the U.S. I would take his help in my overwhelming Machine Learning coursework and he would happily spend hours on zoom teaching his little sister. I owe my Master’s Degree to him. He inspired and motivated me at each step in my life and supported me in all my life decisions. Bhaiya made my Fairytale wedding possible. He put so much time and effort into the wedding arrangements, his spectacular dance performance and toast. He was very well connected to all our cousins and was my link to them. Bhaiya was my safety net from the cruel world. I had no idea how lucky I was until it went away. I so wish that he should have been the one who gets to live instead of me, he had so much more to offer to the world and was such a great human being that I could never be. His voice keeps playing in my head. Bhaiya affectionately called me ” Donu-Bonu” and “Babu”. I don't know how to live without him. The world is never going to be the same without him and feels like a nightmare everyday without him. Bhaiya is still helping me to be strong each day in so many ways from wherever he is, he is still my safety net. Bhaiya loved me so much in his time on earth that I have enough for surviving my lifetime here. I could not save my brother from covid but I will keep him alive in me. No amount of words can express my love for him. I miss him every moment. If the universe blesses me with a child, I will name it after Bhaiya. I love you Bro and I will keep loving you more everyday for the rest of my life. You were the best thing that had happened to me !

Words fail to express how much the family misses you, Shrey! You have left a hole which cannot be filled. I still remember the short road trip when you came visiting in California, the fun we had and your non-stop chatter. All the food festivities and travel plans now remain unfinished, you left us so early. We have lost a gem in you and the world is never going to be the same without you. We will forever miss you ..
- your brother-in-law