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Priscilla Kamala Willey Diwan
February 27, 1958 ~ November 16, 2018 (age 60) 60 Years Old Leave a Condolence
Message from Talat Azimi, Storrs
July 3, 2019 1:34 PM
Dear Link,
We must ave met at Mansfield Library some time in 2017 or late 2018. I was there with my son, Arman, and we had the pleasure of meeting you and your dear mother, Kamla. She was as good, as kind and concerned and as lively as ever. I will always remember her as a vital force, a woman of great insight and fortitude, having faced the unthinkable - the death of her child, your sister. You have also faced great tragedy of the kind very few of us can imagine. You are in our thoughts and prayers, just as Kamla is always in our hearts. Please get in touch. We can only wish you peace.
We must ave met at Mansfield Library some time in 2017 or late 2018. I was there with my son, Arman, and we had the pleasure of meeting you and your dear mother, Kamla. She was as good, as kind and concerned and as lively as ever. I will always remember her as a vital force, a woman of great insight and fortitude, having faced the unthinkable - the death of her child, your sister. You have also faced great tragedy of the kind very few of us can imagine. You are in our thoughts and prayers, just as Kamla is always in our hearts. Please get in touch. We can only wish you peace.
Message from sandra dillon
February 22, 2019 6:30 PM
dear link, i don't know if you remember me and my 2 children that i adopted from india? i am shocked that you lost your mom recently. i loved you all so much. i am so sorry. sandra dillon
Message from Kristen
January 1, 2019 1:45 AM
Dear family of Priscilla,
I am so sorry for your loss. During such a difficult time, I would like to share an encouraging message with you all and it says, "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away”(Revelation 21:4). Here, God promises us that soon in the future we will not loose people that we love to death. I hope you find much comfort from that promise.
Sincerely,
Kristen
I am so sorry for your loss. During such a difficult time, I would like to share an encouraging message with you all and it says, "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away”(Revelation 21:4). Here, God promises us that soon in the future we will not loose people that we love to death. I hope you find much comfort from that promise.
Sincerely,
Kristen
Message from India
December 21, 2018 2:28 PM
So sorry and shocked to hear about Kamala's passing. I pray that she has merged into the Supreme Consciousness and is at one with all of Creation, especially her beloved Ani.
Blessings, love and light to Linkesh. I cannot imagine what you are going through. I will be praying for you.
Blessings, love and light to Linkesh. I cannot imagine what you are going through. I will be praying for you.
Message from Angella Seesaran
December 8, 2018 12:15 PM
In remembrance
Lord, O Thou Whose mercy hath encompassed all, Whose forgiveness is transcendent, Whose bounty is sublime...cast upon Thy handmaiden who hath ascended unto Thee the glances of the eye of Thy mercy. Robe her in the mantle of Thy grace, bright with the ornaments of the celestial Paradise, and, sheltering her beneath the tree of Thy oneness, illumine her face with the lights of Thy mercy and compassion...Let the angels of Thy loving-kindness descend successively upon her, and shelter her beneath Thy blessed Tree. Thou art, verily, the Ever-Forgiving, the Most Generous, the All-Bountiful. ∼Bahá'u'lláh∼
Lord, O Thou Whose mercy hath encompassed all, Whose forgiveness is transcendent, Whose bounty is sublime...cast upon Thy handmaiden who hath ascended unto Thee the glances of the eye of Thy mercy. Robe her in the mantle of Thy grace, bright with the ornaments of the celestial Paradise, and, sheltering her beneath the tree of Thy oneness, illumine her face with the lights of Thy mercy and compassion...Let the angels of Thy loving-kindness descend successively upon her, and shelter her beneath Thy blessed Tree. Thou art, verily, the Ever-Forgiving, the Most Generous, the All-Bountiful. ∼Bahá'u'lláh∼
Message from Chaplin
December 1, 2018 6:08 PM
I can only endorse what others have said. I loved her from the moment I met her at Chaplin Church. The world's loss is heaven's gain.
Message from Chris Lacey
November 30, 2018 12:27 AM
Kamala, kamala I am so sad to hear of your departure. You and your brother Jeff were my next door neighbors during my kindergarten through 3rd grade years in the late 60's / early 70's. You are the first baby sitter that I remember and even though I never told anyone, you were my first crush. My thoughts and prayers are with the many who love you and miss you.
Message from Sylvia Brallier
November 29, 2018 6:37 PM
Kamala was an exceptional human being, whose ethical sense was sharper than any knife. I honor and lovingly remember hersincere striving to serve the best in all things. She is and was a rebel with a cause, a light, a love and a beacon of hope in a dark time. I was honored to call her my friend and spiritual sister. My love and support are with you always Link.
Message from Leslie Ricklin
November 29, 2018 3:59 PM
Rarely does one meet a person who is so generous and compassionate. Such was my first impression upon meeting Kam. She and I joined the Chaplin Library Board at the same time and she jumped in with both feet. Service was very important to her. As we got to know one another, we exchanged plants in the old fashioned way of neighbors. Her view of the world was unique but also very practical.
I am very glad that I had the chance to know her even for a short time.
I am very glad that I had the chance to know her even for a short time.
Message from Eva Csejtey
November 28, 2018 8:17 PM
Kam will be greatly missed in the community and remembered at every Repair Cafe. Thankful she organized and assisted in making the Repair Cafe the event that it is and will continue to be with her spirit at our side. My condolences to Linkesh, her son, who will be without his beloved mother.
Message from Anne Christie in Vermont
November 28, 2018 1:19 PM
I am deeply saddened by Kamala's passing. Knowing each other since 3rd grade, we shared many childhood common loves. When we reconnected in adulthood, our relationship touched so dearly Kamala felt like a sister.
Sharing with Link and Jeff following Kam's passing has been precious. My sincere condolences.
Sharing with Link and Jeff following Kam's passing has been precious. My sincere condolences.
Message from Jean Henderson
November 26, 2018 10:38 AM
Kamala was simply an amazing human being! I was graced to meet her.
An A Garden Path was sent on November 25, 2018
To Kamala, a small token from all those whose life you moved with your sunny energy The Swedish group: Baby S, Joao&Gia Tony Sathish Olle Carine Luc Jana Assem Munish Chris Stefan Tiffany Christina Luis Silvio Franz&Mafalda
Message from Judy ramos
November 25, 2018 5:02 PM
Saddened to learn of the passing of cousin Kamala. My deepest condolences to Jeff and Link. God be with you in this time of grief.j
Message from Henry
November 25, 2018 3:10 PM
Please accept my condolences for the passing of Priscilla. There is hope though, as the Almighty has arranged for the resurrection in the future. He promises, "... There is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous." (Acts 24:15)
I hope you find these few words comforting and provide motivation to prepare for the new world of God's making. (John 17:3)
I hope you find these few words comforting and provide motivation to prepare for the new world of God's making. (John 17:3)
Message from Andy Albert
November 24, 2018 8:49 PM
It is with sadness I write these words to someone who is part of my history as a child. I have good memories of my cousin Kamala. Although I have been absent for decades the memories are still alive within me.
To all (Children, brother & and extended families )our most sincere condolences. May God give you all the strength to cope with the lost of Kamala.
Cousin Andy & Sonia
To all (Children, brother & and extended families )our most sincere condolences. May God give you all the strength to cope with the lost of Kamala.
Cousin Andy & Sonia
Message from Bert&Indra Seesaran
November 24, 2018 7:53 PM
Our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of a loved one.
Message from Rivka Dubitsky
November 24, 2018 11:33 AM
ON THE DAY I DIE
On the day I die, when I'm being carried
toward the grave, don't weep. Don't say,
He's gone! He's gone. Death has nothing to do with going away. The sun sets and
the moon sets, but they're not gone.
Death is a coming together. The tomb
looks like a prison, but it's really
release into union. The human seed goes
down in the ground like a bucket into
the well where Joseph is. It grows and
comes up full of some unimagined beauty.
Your mouth closes here, and immediately
opens with a shout of joy there.
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One who does what the Friend wants done
will never need a friend.
There's a bankruptcy that's pure gain.
The moon stays bright when it
doesn't avoid the night.
A rose's rarest essence
lives in the thorn.
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Childhood, youth, and maturity,
and now old age.
Every guest agrees to stay
three days, no more.
Master, you told me to
remind you. Time to go.
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The angel of death arrives,
and I spring joyfully up.
No one knows what comes over me
when I and that messenger speak!
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When you come back inside my chest no matter how far I've wandered off,
I look around and see the way.
At the end of my life, with just one breath left, if you come then, I'll sit up and sing.
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Last night things flowed between us
that cannot now be said or written.
Only as I'm being carried out
and down the road, as the folds of my shroud open in the wind,
will anyone be able to read, as on
the petal-pages of a turning bud,
what passed through us last night.
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I placed one foot on the wide plain
of death, and some grand
immensity sounded on the emptiness.
I have felt nothing ever
like the wild wonder of that moment.
Longing is the core of mystery.
Longing itself brings the cure.
The only rule is, Suffer the pain.
Your desire must be disciplined,
and what you want to happen
in time, sacrificed.”
― Rumi
Love and Blessings Dear One. Your Memory will be Cherished
On the day I die, when I'm being carried
toward the grave, don't weep. Don't say,
He's gone! He's gone. Death has nothing to do with going away. The sun sets and
the moon sets, but they're not gone.
Death is a coming together. The tomb
looks like a prison, but it's really
release into union. The human seed goes
down in the ground like a bucket into
the well where Joseph is. It grows and
comes up full of some unimagined beauty.
Your mouth closes here, and immediately
opens with a shout of joy there.
---------------------------------
One who does what the Friend wants done
will never need a friend.
There's a bankruptcy that's pure gain.
The moon stays bright when it
doesn't avoid the night.
A rose's rarest essence
lives in the thorn.
----------------------------------
Childhood, youth, and maturity,
and now old age.
Every guest agrees to stay
three days, no more.
Master, you told me to
remind you. Time to go.
-----------------------------------
The angel of death arrives,
and I spring joyfully up.
No one knows what comes over me
when I and that messenger speak!
-------------------------------------
When you come back inside my chest no matter how far I've wandered off,
I look around and see the way.
At the end of my life, with just one breath left, if you come then, I'll sit up and sing.
--------------------------------------
Last night things flowed between us
that cannot now be said or written.
Only as I'm being carried out
and down the road, as the folds of my shroud open in the wind,
will anyone be able to read, as on
the petal-pages of a turning bud,
what passed through us last night.
-------------------------------------
I placed one foot on the wide plain
of death, and some grand
immensity sounded on the emptiness.
I have felt nothing ever
like the wild wonder of that moment.
Longing is the core of mystery.
Longing itself brings the cure.
The only rule is, Suffer the pain.
Your desire must be disciplined,
and what you want to happen
in time, sacrificed.”
― Rumi
Love and Blessings Dear One. Your Memory will be Cherished
Message from Carl and Carol
November 23, 2018 10:44 AM
We have lost a shining star of love and peace. Just to be near Kam was to feel her goodness and the aura of peace that surrounded her. It is unfortunate that we did not get to know her but for such a short time, but in this time we came to know a wonderful, kind woman. May she live within the surrounding arms of God.
Message from Maude Hutchinson
November 22, 2018 11:33 PM
My love to family. I will always hear her voice calling my name.
Message from Cush
November 22, 2018 5:40 PM
Hi Jeff and Link, we are saddened to receive the news of Kamsee's passing. We retain and cherish memories of spending time with her here in Tabaquite.
We extend our deepest condolences to you both, as well as to all who were near and dear to her. May you all find comfort and courage in this difficult time. May her soul rest in peace.
From: Cush, Stella, Merrill, Chrissy and her husband.
We extend our deepest condolences to you both, as well as to all who were near and dear to her. May you all find comfort and courage in this difficult time. May her soul rest in peace.
From: Cush, Stella, Merrill, Chrissy and her husband.
A Spathiphyllum was sent on November 22, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss. Randy Guay, Kathy Howska, Heather Eulenberg
Message from Harold Szu, Ph D
November 22, 2018 10:47 AM
I am a teacher of Dr. Jefferson Willey at GWU. I have met your Mother Mrs Willey, looks just like you, a kind and wise doctor of philosophy in Univ Maryland after Children grew up. and passed away early about 60.
Your love of all beings on the Earth is roll model we need to follow and very touching to our hearts. I saw you as if saw your mother a wise person that have done their duty on the Earth and pass over to the Heaven I am sure.
Your love of all beings on the Earth is roll model we need to follow and very touching to our hearts. I saw you as if saw your mother a wise person that have done their duty on the Earth and pass over to the Heaven I am sure.
November 22, 2018 7:45 AM
I am so very sorry to see that Kamala has passed. I am unsure that she would remember me and I might not have known of her passing had it not been for the passing of a family friend this week in North Windham. I was looking at this sight and I saw Kamala’s obituary. She, her brother Jeff, myself and my brother and sister used to play together as children on Tower Hill Rd in Chaplin. We were around 10-12 yrs old at the time and had some adventures together. We had since lost touch. If Jeff reads this he may remember Bobbe, Joni and Ricky Merrill. My deepest condolences to your family. It appears that Kamala was a very kind and honorable soul. I remember her bright smile very well. My sincere condolences, Bobbe (Merrill) Rose
Message from Michael Öhman
November 22, 2018 5:25 AM
Jag kommer alltid att minnas henne med värme.
Message from Carol Cadieux
November 21, 2018 11:56 PM
I just realized the last time I saw Kamala was this time 42 years ago when I came to visit her while she was living in the San Francisco area for Thanksgiving holiday. She introduced to what is still my favorite city in the world.
Rest In Peace, my dear friend. See you again on the other side.
Rest In Peace, my dear friend. See you again on the other side.
Message from Kayathri Rajarathinam
November 21, 2018 11:05 PM
Still it is hard for me to believe your absence, amma. Kamala Ma, you are such a beautiful soul with lots of love, moral values, kindness I admired. Your parenting guidelines are the best, that I follow to make Mitti, your butter-cup a beautiful-kind person. May your soul rest in peace.
Hearty condolence to dear, Link.
We Miss and love you always, Amma!
Hearty condolence to dear, Link.
We Miss and love you always, Amma!
Message from Ambika
November 21, 2018 11:05 PM
I am shocked and sad to know that my dear sister Kamala has passed away. We met and became friends when she lived in Sweden and the sweet moments we shared together will always stay in my heart. I miss her and my love goes out to Link whom I also had got to know. May God bless us all 💖
Message from Joanna Neff
November 21, 2018 8:15 PM
Shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of this beautiful soul who was my dear friend. She is, and will be, sorely missed by many. Condolences to her dear family.
Message from Ernie Dore Jr
November 21, 2018 4:41 PM
I'm shocked and saddened learning of the passing of Kam.
Just in the past few years we reconnected by coincidence,we enjoyed talking and sharing old memories of days past.
A genuine and caring person that made the world a much better place.
You will be missed dearly, Rest well my friend,and thank you.
Just in the past few years we reconnected by coincidence,we enjoyed talking and sharing old memories of days past.
A genuine and caring person that made the world a much better place.
You will be missed dearly, Rest well my friend,and thank you.
Message from Betty Allen
November 19, 2018 10:43 PM
To Kamala's family, I am so sorry to hear about Kamala's passing. We were such good friends in school. I loved her kind manner, and her soft smile. May she rest in peace. God speed my friend!
Message from Lauren
November 19, 2018 10:30 AM
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope you can find comfort in the words at 2 Corinthians 1:3,4.
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