Vimala Akka was part of our family at Thrichy since the day she joined the degree course at Annamalai University Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu. She spent her short vacations at our house and was a close participant in all our family matters. She has faced many challenges in life with determination and courage. She was affectionate, caring and always concerned about her family and loss will be felt by us for years to come. Our condolences to the bereaved family.