Monday, October 18, 2021
PREM – The name tells it all. Loving nature, compassionate personality, always willing to help others, a highly reliable individual you can talk to in confidence and a true KARAMYOGI. All these were the traits of dear Prem Gupta. In addition to a devoted family person, Prem was also an exceptional Engineer, a do-it-yourself handyman, stock market guru and an expert in discussing world affairs. To top it all, he was an exceptional and DECENT human being.
Married to his younger sister Kanta, I had the privilege of knowing both Prem and Janak, the day we landed in Montreal Canada on 25th February 1965. During all these years our relationship far exceeded being brother-in-law to each other; we were friends and friends in true sense of words. He was like my elder brother, and I always addressed him as BHAI SAHIB. In addition to father-like figure to his sister Kanta, Prem was the favorite and cherished MAMAJI to my three children Meenu, Madhu and Mohit.
In Montreal we were neighbours for about five years till he was transferred to Newfoundland. After Newfoundland, the family moved to United States. Our physical distances were never an obstacle or handicap in our relationship. Anytime and every time we were visiting the Guptas in USA or they were visiting us in Canada, our late night meetings in our ‘study’ were norm and these were the moments we used to talk informally on any and all subjects. With Prem not around us, I will be missing our informal talks. Not only that, but all our past precious memories will always be my biggest assets in life.
Our last family visit to see you when you were not feeling well and, without saying much,
that smile on your face is etched in our hearts like a permanent tattoo. After your recent long journey, Bhai Sahib, and shelter at the lotus feet of Lord Krishna; you will be dearly missed by the entire Vikrant family. You will always be in our hearts and thoughts.
So long Bhai Sahib, dear Brother and Mamaji. All of us miss you deeply.
Vijaya, Kanta, Meenu, Madhu and Mohit Vikrant
