Soori Chithappa was the kind of soul who carried light wherever he went. With a kind word always ready, he lifted spirits and made burdens feel lighter. There was no down moment when he was around — joy seemed to follow in his footsteps. He gave of himself freely, adjusting and bending for the sake of those he loved. He cared deeply, not in grand declarations, but in the quiet, steady way that made everyone feel safe, seen, and valued. Regardless of his faults — as we all have our share — he met people openly, without masks or hidden layers. His heart reached out and touched each person’s life in its own way. He endured his share of storms, especially in his final days, but through it all, his warmth never dimmed. Today, as we bid him farewell, I pray that he finds peace beyond all earthly trials. May Lord Muruhan bless his soul, and may the light he carried in this life shine on in the next. You will always be my Chithappa, and your memory will live in the gentle strength you taught us.