Obituary of Ishvarlal K. Patel
On Tuesday, January 23, 2018 the life of Ishvarlal K Patel, age 60, of Troutville, VA was tragically cut short by a senseless act of violence. Ish, as he was known by friends and family, was a kind man whose love for family, friends, and community was only matched by his commitment to generosity, hospitality, and courtesy to all. Ish was also a strong willed man. His work ethic and determination to build his business to provide for his family has been an inspiration to not only his family but to all who knew him.
Ish was born in Mozambique and later grew up in Kabwe, Zambia on his family’s farm. As a young adult he moved to London, England to pursue his education in engineering. While there, he met his wife and lifelong partner, Jyotsana Patel. Upon finishing his education and finding the love of his life, he and Jyotsana returned to Zambia for a short time before immigrating to the United States and settling down in the town of Higgins, TX. After running a family hotel in Higgins for a number of years, Ish and family moved to Roanoke, VA. to pursue their own business.
Ish is preceded in death by his father, Kuvarji Patel and mother, Paliben Patel. He is survived by his wife, Jyotsana Patel of Troutville, VA. his daughters Pretal and husband Daniel Muldoon of Richmond VA, Reena and husband Drew Eary of Elliston, VA. and Meeta Patel of Troutville, VA. Also, he is survived by one grandson Colin Muldoon of Richmond, VA., two brothers Nanu Bhai Patel of Amarillo, TX and Amratbhai Patel of Kabwe, Zambia, and three sisters Urmilaben Patel of Mwanza, Tanzania, Kusumben Patel of London, England, and Meenaben Pullopilly of Norwalk, CT and many beloved nephews and nieces.
The family would like to thank the community, family, and friends for all the prayers and support we have received during this time of pain and loss. We would also like to thank the Roanoke City Police Department for their swift response and heroic actions.
Viewing and prayers will be held at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road, on Tuesday January 30, 2018 from 5:00- 6:00pm. Funeral services will be held at Simpson Funeral Home on Wednesday January 31, 2018 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Condolences may be left for the family at www.simpsonfuneral.com. Arrangements handled by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 366-0707.
Viewing and Prayers
Funeral Service
Inurnment
In Loving Memory
Ishvarlal Patel
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
5160 Peters Creek Road
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 366-0707
(540) 366-0990
3912 Electric Road
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 632-4200
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