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Murali Dhar Atluru
...Murali, The Doctor, Brother, Husband, Dad, Cousin, Uncle, Tata, Maestro, and to Mom : "That Man!". We will refer to him as Tata for the many grandchildren around him right now, as I am outnumbered. UPDATE - 7/18/2024 Thank you everyone for your words...
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Murali Dhar Atluru
He goes by many names...
…Murali, The Doctor, Brother, Husband, Dad, Cousin, Uncle, Tata, Maestro, and to Mom : “That Man!”.
We will refer to him as Tata for the many grandchildren around him right now, as I am outnumbered.
Celebration of Life
UPDATE – 7/18/2024
Thank you everyone for your words of kindness, shared memories, and support. Tata passed last weekend.
Here is the strream link for the funeral service to be held Friday 7/19/2024 at 8:45am at Toale Brothers funeral home in Bradenton, Florida: https://vimeo.com/event/4453124
If you’re local, we invite you to join us for a reception on Lido Key at 1pm the same day.
FAQ:
– Hindu custom is to wear white or light colors to funerals (vs the black custom to western ceremonies), and/or brighter colors to the celebration. Black is generally not a funeral color for us.
– Suits are not required, but you can if you want. Jackets optional (it’s hot).
– Shorts are not suitable, especially for men. Knee length dresses or skirts for women please.
– Business casual or country club attire is acceptable, khakis and button downs/golf shirts are fine.
– Please don’t bring flowers! We have donation information on the invitation above if you feel compelled to donate.
QUICK FACTS
Hospice: Tidewell Hospice House
Address: 5957 Rand Road, Sarasota, Florida 34238
Room: 6
Shay’s Cell : 941 – 367 – 0397
UPDATE – 7/8/24-7/9/24
Tata has been resting, and his pain control is working. His memory is sharp and makes incredible connections most of us long forgot. Remarkable really.
The West Coast crew returned to San Francisco except Raj and Sonia, who return Wednesday. We had a nice dinner together and watched a movie at Longboat Key Club hotel room. Raj and Sonia checked out today and will stay with me.
Tata was surrounded by just about everyone yesterday. His faces beamed as he saw his family gathered.
Kirin from Virginia came to say hello, as did his friends from the Condo, and from Venice (Jhansi).
The team at Tidewell has been great, as we tend to spread out quite a bit and take over. Very supportive staff.
Laxmi Auntie ran out to the Indian Store to get a few items. Jyothi Auntie led us in music and mantras.
Dennis King has been at Tata’s side all day and holds his hand the whole time.
Sonia working on website to get photos uploaded easier. Thanks for patience.
UPDATE – 7/6/24, 5:25PM
NEW NEWS – TATA IS MOVING !
TIDEWELL HOSPICE HOUSE : 5957 RAND ROAD SARASOTA, FL 34238. 941-552-7691
Hospital : Sarasota Memorial (SMH)
Room : 7644
Elevator : L
News and Updates - July 6, 2024, 1:27PM
Mom as been with Tata almost non-stop for days/weeks. Laxmi Auntie has been a great support to her, and Becky has been helping on logistics and tasks. Tata was visited by many family yesterday and was beaming with pride and love. Raj, Melissa, Kheli, Kiran, Kinnari, Becky, Tej, Taran, Prasad, Neeru, Ram (Bangor), Raja (Lakewood Ranch), Laxmi, Madhavi, and Rama all visited. Pavan (Boston, NYC), Pradeep/Mukund/Jyoti (NYC) all arriving today. His closest friend and fellow UCONN Basketball junkie, Dennis King and Cynthia King coming today.
While Tata was in pain two days ago, Prasad worked with him to free his breathing, enabling him to speak better. His memory is amazing and his recall unbelievable. His eyes are sooo expressive and even in pain from broken ribs, Tata is smiling and holding all of our hands.
Last night, he was moved into the Hospice Wing at Sarasota Memorial Hospital (SMH). Room 7466, Elevator L. Sejal, Kheli, and Kinny are conspiring to set up a TV marathon for him in his room of one of Tata’s favorite shows : ‘Suits’.
Sejal is staying at Lido while the West Coast Crew is on Longboat. Sonia is on a plane hurtling through the stratosphere to get here. Taran is distracting everyone with his cuteness while I systematically steal Mom’s secret Indian spices from her pantry. Her secrets are now mine!
Cherished Memories
We invite you to share your memories and stories, with us and with each other.
Thank you to those who have already reached out and shared photos with us, and thank you in advance to all who will continue to contribute. In the interest of both not over inundating the Nani/Dad/Uncle Raj with photos via text and of creating a space where more friends and family can access these memories, I’m going to ask that you submit photos via this site if possible. You can do so by clicking the contribute button below, or navigating to the “Upload Photos” form using the site menu at the top right of your screen. Alternatively, you can attach a file to the comments below. If all else fails, please email me your photos at [email protected]
If you prefer anything you share with the immediate family via this form just be kept to a small circle and not be posted here, please drop us (Sonia and Shay) a note with your upload.
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Get in Touch
We encourage all family members to reach out with any questions, updates, or important information. Use the form below to leave a message for the family and share memories of Tata. Thank you, and much love.
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Murali Uncle was so loved and will be so very missed. His infectious smile warmed our hearts and it is a delight to see it in all the photos posted here. Love to you all during this difficult time.
Love,
Madhu Gogineni with family