KAMAL MEHRA

Condolences & Memories (10 entries)

• Too soon, too sudden and too saddening to seem real. Real heartfelt prayers of condolences got out to Kamal's Family and friends. Kamal's pride and passion shone through ħim and his family, presenting the best cuisine they could lovingly prepare for each and every customer, who would soon become fans and devotees to his restaurants. Kamal and his wonderful family introduced me and my fellow Children's x-ray techs to the exquisite splendours of the finest Indian cuisine to be found anywhere. I fondly remember cutting my teeth on ever progressively intense and varied menu items. Kamal always respected novices' threshold for spiciness and taught us his Meerch Like Accord. Except one time, Duane and I will never forget when Kamal and Sudha launched the most exquisitely incendiary asbestos plate special to assault our Tenderfoot Tastebuds, while these two conspirees kept watch from the relative safety around the kitchen corner. I'm not sure who had the hardest time, the two of us trying to keep our heads from full nuclear meltdown or the two Calcutta culprits from laughing their heads off. I, like many customers, quickly became devotees to his impeccable offerings of food and will always remember this special man, restaurateur, son, husband, and father, and ambassador to the finest cuisine offered from India. - Posted by: Richard Hurd (Friend and Curry Padawan) on: Jul 02, 2015

• Our condolences to the family, friends, employees of Mr.Mehra My wife and I have always enjoyed the cuisine at EIC and are looking forward to many more years of dining with your family at the restaurant. The business sense that Mr.Mehra instilled/invested in will, I'm sure, live long with those who knew him. To the family... Please, remain in the present and look foward. All the best, Bob and Sylvia - Posted by: Robert and Sylvia (devoted patrons of East India Company) on: May 28, 2015

• Shocked and will miss his generous hospitality. Sincere condolences to the family. Will continue to enjoy and cherish his legacy by eating and relaxing at the restaurants with the family. Om Shanti - Posted by: Dr Pravinsagar and Kalpana Mehta (Friends and Patrons) on: May 26, 2015

• We celebrate a life well lived and more importantly, much loved, and send our love and prayers to Sudha and family at this sad time. We know his soul is eternal, and indestructible. - Posted by: Susan Hurrell & Jacinthe Labbe (friends ) on: May 26, 2015

• My deepest condolences to the Mehra family. I knew you though your children who reflect your values, beliefs and integrity. Rest in peace knowing that you remain well represented by them. - Posted by: Neil () on: May 26, 2015

• We are saddened to hear of Kamal's death. He was gracious, kind and welcoming. Kamal and his family "adopted" Jim after his many frequent visits to East India Pub and Eatery starting back in their McDermot days. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with Sudha and children, Divya, Sachit (Caroline), Anish (Sejal), Nitin (Melissa) and grandchildren. Rest in Peace Kamal. - Posted by: Jim and Karen Wastasecoot (friends) on: May 26, 2015

• Very saddened to hear of your loss. Mr. Mehra always had a unique smile anytime we would see him at the restaurant. In high school all of us would refer to Sachit's father as the "godfather" as the young teenage boys that we were would get into mischief and were humbled with a silent stare. My heart goes out to you Sachit and your entire family. Mrs. Mehra take comfort in knowing Mr. Mehra has left a lasting legacy to many. I am forever grateful to have known him and have taken many lasting long live lessons from you both. As we say in Ukrainian "Вічна пам'ять" - Posted by: Mark and Laureen Kohaykewych (Friends ) on: May 26, 2015

• OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU IN THIS DIFFICULT TIME. - Posted by: TANDON FAMILY (FRIENDS) on: May 25, 2015

• We were so truly sorry to hear of Kamal's sudden passing. All the years we talked of accompanying Kamal and Sudha to India and never got it done, really makes you realize you shouldn't put things off because things can change in an instant. We will always cherish Kamal's insight into spiritual matters, especially when he helped Cathy's father deal with his grief at the loss of his wife. Rest in peace, assured that your beloved businesses have been passed on to very capable hands, who share your strong business ethics. - Posted by: Bob and Cathy Stewart (long time business and personal friends) on: May 25, 2015

• Our deepest condolences to the Mehra Family Our thoughts and prayers are will you at this difficult time Fondly the Bookbinders - Posted by: Alissa () on: May 25, 2015