Felix Arulnayagam (Aras) Christopher, beloved husband, father, engineer, and community leader, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026 at the age of 83.

He was the son of Arulanandam Christopher and Annama Francispillai Christopher.

Born in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, Felix’s life was marked by courage, generosity, and an unbreakable devotion to his family and community.

His remarkable journey took him from Sri Lanka to the UK, then to Canada, and finally to New Jersey, USA. He later lived in Rochester, NY and his final years were in Anandale, VA.

Along the way, Felix was instrumental in helping many family and friends to relocate from Sri Lanka to Canada and the US. Felix attended school in Colombo and graduated from St. Benedicts College. He later went to Technical College in Colombo.

A gifted engineer, Felix began his professional career with Bruel and Kjaer, where he spent 10 years refining his expertise in sound and vibration analysis.

Inspired by his passion and entrepreneurial spirit, he went on to establish West Caldwell Calibration Labs, a sound and vibration engineering company that grew into two branches with international reach, employing six dedicated professionals.

His pursuit of excellence and integrity earned him a stellar reputation in his field and the respect of his peers and clients around the world. Felix married Ranee Christopher on March 6, 1974. Beyond his professional success, Felix was a devoted husband to his wife, Ranee Christopher, and a loving father to his two children, Dawn and Neil.

His dedication and sacrifice for his family remain an enduring testament to the depth of his love.

Felix was also deeply involved in cultural and community life. As an active member and later, president in the 1990s of the NJ Tamil Sangam, he worked tirelessly to preserve and celebrate Tamil heritage while fostering a sense of unity among the New Jersey Tamil diaspora.

In 2010, Felix developed Parkinson’s Disease, but this didn’t slow him down. He continued to work until age 77. He was a devoted Grandpa who was there for all his grandkids' births. His joy was ever present when he played with Averie, Madison and Aiden.

He continued to travel and enjoy life, even traveling to Bali and Singapore last year. Felix’s life was one of resilience, service, and compassion. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and faith- values that will continue to inspire everyone who knew him.

Felix A Christopher is preceded in death by Arulanandam Christopher, Annama Francispillai, Stanley E Christopher, Julia A Christopher. Felix A Christopher is survived by Ranee Christopher, Dawn Christopher, Neil Christopher, Lisa Christopher, Alex Christopher, Raji Gunaratnam, Jerry Christopher, Averie Christopher, Madison Christopher, Aiden Christopher.

He will be profoundly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Ranee, his children Dawn and Neil, daughter in law Lisa and grandchildren Averie, Madison and Aiden, his extended family, and friends.

May his soul rest in eternal peace in heaven. He will be missed forever.