I am not leaving you, ever. I will never let you go. I will always be with you, and I will appear in your life, especially when you need me most, during your most difficult moments.”
— Anilkumar Patel
In Loving Memory
Anilkumar Ramanbhai Patel, known affectionately as Anil, was a cherished husband, devoted father, and beloved pillar of the Harrisburg Indian community. He passed away on July 28, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on February 1, 1961, Anil lived a fulfilling life.
Married to Shakuntala (Sangita) Patel, Anil shared a deep and abiding bond with his loving wife. Together, they raised two children, Mehul and Megha, and warmly embraced their extended family, including Jasper, the beloved dog of their son and his wife, Priyanka.
Anil’s influence reached far beyond his immediate family. He spent countless hours commuting between Harrisburg and Mehul and Priyanka’s home in Norristown, PA, always available to support them. His care and dedication were especially evident in his relationship with his daughter Megha; anytime she needed him while in Pittsburgh, he was ready to drop everything to be there for her.
His unwavering dedication and generosity made him a central figure in the Indian community in Harrisburg, as he dedicated much of his free time to the BAPS Hindu Temple. There, he developed a deep brotherhood and a strong sense of community that extended far beyond the temple walls. Friends became family, not only to him but to his wife and children as well. Anil’s perseverance, courage, and tireless work ethic inspired all who knew him, guiding both his personal and professional life.
Those who were fortunate enough to know Anil will remember his gentle kindness, genuine care, and resilience in the face of life’s challenges. His legacy of warmth, compassion, and strength will continue to live on in the hearts of his loved ones and the wider community he so deeply cherished.
Anil will be deeply missed, but his spirit will remain a guiding light in the lives of all those he touched.
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Offer Your Support
Outside of his family, nothing meant more to Anil than his service to the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple, an organization that held a special and sacred place in his heart. He dedicated nearly all of his free time to volunteering and giving back to the temple community that brought him so much purpose, peace, and belonging.
Anil’s primary seva (selfless service) was in the temple kitchen, where he took great pride in planning and purchasing fresh groceries and produce every Thursday from Restaurant Depot. In addition to his kitchen duties, he also performed the evening prayer (arti) every Tuesday, a responsibility he carried with great sincerity and devotion.
Through years of service, Anil built lasting friendships and a sense of community that deeply enriched his life. His commitment to the temple and its mission was unwavering, and his presence there will be deeply missed by all who served alongside him.
If you would like to donate to a cause that was truly a part of Anil’s very being, soul, and identity, we kindly ask you to consider supporting the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple. Donations can be made in his memory here: https://donate.na.baps.org/harrisburg?region=US
You may also contact his daughter, Megha Patel, at (717) 364-8888, and she will be happy to assist you.
Tributes & Remembrances
If you would like to send flowers in honor of Anil, please send them to: 1350 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA 17111.
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