Ramesh Chandra Patel
In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.
- Abraham Lincoln
Obituary
In Loving Memory of Ramesh Chandra Patel
28 February 1938 - 21 December 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ramesh Chandra Patel, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
Born on 28 February 1938 in India, Ramesh resided in Gujarat with his parents. In his young adult years he moved to Nairobi, Kenya with his wife Bhanu Patel where they had their first child, Sheila. In the early 1960’s they followed the many Indians and settled in London.
Whilst in London, Ramesh worked tirelessly to provide the best life he could for his family, initially working at the local factory followed by a job at the Mount Pleasant Post Office in Central London. Ramesh was a very principled man, like his father who was a Police Chief Inspector in India, and was often asked by colleagues for help on dealing with unfair work practices, to which he was always more than happy to assist. He was well respected in the Post Office community and this led to his nomination and role as Chairman of the Post Office Union, a role he kept, unchallenged for many years until he retired. Through this job our Ramesh travelled the world, including the then Soviet Union where he met President Gorbachev.
In retirement Ramesh kept busy with his grandchildren Karis and Sachin, who he would chauffeur around to school, social clubs and spend time with almost everyday of their childhood. He also had an active role in Bhadran Samaj. But as a man of the people, it was not long before he was again representing the interests of his local community as a Labour Councillor in Brent. For many years he advocated and helped those in his local community with everyday troubles. Ramesh excelled as a councillor and he was elected the Mayor of Brent in 2001. During this period he helped with the regeneration of Wembley Stadium amongst many other local projects.
In his later years Ramesh continued to serve as a councillor, but focused on family life including the care of his wife Bhanu Patel. He has been a part of every achievement and happy memories for his 2 children Mahesh & Sheila, grandchildren Karis & Sachin and great-grandchildren Yash & Luca. His support has been monumental and indescribable to their lives, he has shaped all of us and helped us achieve ours goals.
Ramesh was a punctual man as he believed time was the most precious commodity one has. He would often say, “You should never be late, you must treat a persons time with respect”. This was reflective of his life, over his 85 years, Ramesh used his time to the fullest; he had countless achievements and enriched the lives of all those who had the honour of his friendship. Although his passing leaves a irreplaceable hole in his family, his memory will never be forgotten and his kindness will live on through all of us.
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Om Shanti Shanti Shanti, rest in peace 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💐
Jai Shri Krishna.
Om Shanti.
soul . Alway willing to help others ..
Sending heartfelt condolence .
Paresha and family
Rameshbhai was a perfect gentleman and a beautiful soul, always with a smile. His contributions to the community must have touched many hearts - a life to celebrate.
Bhagwan emni atma ne shanti aape.
🙏 Aum shanti, shanti, shantihi. 🙏
small prayer to God .. Please God provide strength and support to all family members and provide peace to the pure soul of Ramesh Bhai... Om shanti 🙏💐
Rest in Peace Rameshbhai 🙏🏾
🕉 Om Shanti Shanti Shanti 🕉
He was such a kind helpful soul and will be missed greatly
Rameshkaka you are now with your dear wife Bhanumasi and your friends , rest in peace 🙏
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Both were severely impacted in their later lives by different forms of dementia. This unfortunately impacted their quality of life and resulted in the loss of their independence as individuals. The disease remains incurable and issues around the quality of elderly life impacts many individuals and families across Brent and in the UK.
As a Councillor, Mayor and supporter of his local Gujrati community, Ramesh spent over 25 years supporting the families who needed care within Brent, and within his Queensbury ward.In his memory, we would like to support those who aim to help families, with elderly relatives, in particular throughout Brent.
As an independent local charity, Age UK Hillingdon, Harrow, and Brent relies on outside support and donations to support the most vulnerable, helping them to stay independent, safe, healthy, active and help with isolation as well as loneliness.Their mission is to make life better for older people, as everyone should have someone to turn to. Any donation you can give would very much be appreciated.Many thanks,Mahesh, Sheila, Karis, Sachin, Pritesh, Leena, Yash & Luca
https://www.justgiving.com/page/rameshchandra-bhanuben-patel?utm_term=P8QdrxyZ4
