Vengrai V. Parthasarathy's Obituary
Vengrai Parthasarathy was born October 16, 1926 in Chennai, India. He was the 5th of 9 children to his parents, Vengrai N. Venkatavaradachari and Vedammal Rangachari.
Vengrai earned his Bachelors in Science and a Bachelors in law. After graduating he began his career as a Public Relations Officer. He retired in 1984 after serving 37 years. After retiring, Venegrai wrote short stories, transliterating ancient Hindu books. He resided in San Diego, CA with his wife, Rukmini for over 20 years.
Rukmini and Vengrai united in holy matrimony on July 10, 1961. Together they raised a loving family.
Vengrai was meticulous, polite and witty. He was compassionate and a true gentleman. His grandchildren were the love of his life.
He loved the sounds of old bollywood hindi songs by Noor Jahan.
Vengrai passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family Thursday, January 30, 2020. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 59 years, Rukmini Parthasarathy; Son, Vijay (Hema Srinivasan) Parthasarathy; Daughter, Rohini (Partha) Mandayam; 3 Grandchildren, Keshav Mandayam, Rughav Mandayam and Uthara Vengrai and a host relatives and friends around the world.
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