Eliyathamby David Chandrasegaram (Elango) is a humble, easygoing and caring young maternal uncle who will be dearly missed. I have known him forever, and he was my closest friend and the brother I never had. Three of us in the family of the same age [Elango, Kirupa (son of my mother’s paternal Aunt) and myself] grew up together like brothers. While Elango and I met Kirupa mostly during holidays, the two of us (Elango and I) were always together. I remember the good old days, as young kids, we played “Kitti”, practiced high jump and long jump and raced each other running around the compound trying to see who comes first. During holidays and festive seasons, we were the first to taste the sweets. These green memories can take me back in time with a pleasant smile on my face which I can never forget and will be permanent memories of my life as long as I shall live. As we grew up to young adults and adults, we still shared the same bond that was made at the young ages. After I settled down with my family and profession in the US, we still kept in touch with each other and always shared the highlights of our lives through various communications. The major magnet/draw for my visits to Sri Lanka has always been Elango. The last time I came to Sri Lanka was in December 2018 and we stayed together at a resort in Passikudah and spent high quality time. My major regret is that he never visited me in the US despite multiple plans over the years. We were planning a sightseeing trip to Sri Lanka with my family next year and planned to take him along. But Elango’s untimely passing shook me to the core and I am still hoping, day after day that his passing is only a dream and when I wake up, he are still here. The unfortunate fact of live is that he is gone to heaven and I will have to cherish the wonderful memories of him as long as I shall live. I am confident that Elango is looking down from heaven and pouring his blessings on all of us. May his soul Rest in Eternal Peace!!!