Shyamali De Obituary (1954 - 2016)

Shyamali De, 62, passed away on Monday, August 15, 2016. Funeral Arrangements are under the care and direction of Ruby Memorial Home. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.rubymemorialhome.com. Family visitation will take place on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. The funeral Puja will take place on Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. at The Crematory Chapel at Holy Cross Burial Park in East Brunswick (Jamesburg), 840 Cranbury South River Road. Shyamali was a beloved wife to Ganga and a devoted mother to her sons, Sanjay and Brian. She was a kind, generous, and incredibly warm person. Her care for others was without equal. She had the unique ability to inspire those around her with her gentle demeanor and infectious smile. She formed new friendships effortlessly and made a memorable impression. She was passionate about music, particularly Rabindra Sangeet, and was a talented singer. She was also a longtime devotee at Bharat Sevashram Sangha in Kendall Park, NJ. Over the last several years, Shyamali courageously battled a brain tumor. She fought hard to recover her physical and mental abilities after her surgery in 2010. Despite her struggle, she never complained about her health, choosing instead to focus on enjoying time with her friends and family. Always interested in adventure, she was able to enjoy visits to India and Italy, attend weddings of her friends' sons and daughters, and partake in weekend lunches with her husband and sons in New York. She always remained cheerful and optimistic, even in the face of significant adversity. She selflessly cared for those close to her and instilled a sense of calm and reassurance in those around her. Shyamali's grace and courage inspires those who she leaves behind. While she may not be with us physically, there is no doubt that she had a lasting impact on those around her. Her memory will continue to guide our actions and inspire us to try to be as generous, kind, and welcoming as she was.