Shrikant ✦
Shrikant A. Gandhi
Beloved Father · Beloved Brother · Beloved Friend · Entrepreneur
1947 – 2025
Join us as we celebrate an extraordinary life —
lived fully, loved deeply, and never forgotten.
~ A gathering by invitation, for those who loved him ~
Day 1 — Saturday, August 1
Remembrance & Rituals · Healing, private remembrance, and close family connection
Lakeside Puja & Asthi Visarjan
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
The immediate family and Hindu priest gather at the peaceful, tree-lined northern shoreline of Beaver Lake. The priest leads a 30-minute prayer ritual for the soul's peace, followed by the family scattering his ashes into the lake.
Quiet Transition Time
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Family has a window to head back to the home (just a 5-minute drive away), freshen up, change clothes if they wish, and unwind.
Welcome to the Family Home
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Drinks and appetizers are served.
Catered Indian Buffet Dinner
6:00 PM Onward
A warm evening of comfort food, comfort music, and close family sharing childhood stories.
Day 2 — Sunday, August 2
Celebration of Life · Celebrating his legacy
Guest Arrival at Beaver Lake Pavilion
12:00 PM
Guests arrive at the beautiful open-air park pavilion overlooking the water. Light lunch items, appetizers, and refreshments are available as people greet one another.
Tribute Program & Slideshow
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
The core memorial program — a digital photo slideshow, family speeches including his siblings sharing memories, and an open floor for guests to speak.
Lakefront Portraits & Socializing
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Professional photographer captures formal family portraits, group photos against the lake backdrop, and candid moments as everyone mingles.
Evening Catered Indian Buffet Dinner
5:30 PM
The main buffet dinner opens for all guests to enjoy a beautiful meal together as the sun begins to dip.
Evening Reminiscing & Curated Playlist
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Desserts and chai are served. The evening winds down gently with a curated playlist of his favorite tracks playing in the background — a serene, joyful close to the weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are people staying?
Many family members will be staying at the Fairfield Inn by Marriott Issaquah · 1801 12th Ave NW, Issaquah, WA 98027
Who can I reach out to for additional questions?
Please reach out via email at gandhi380@gmail.com