OBITUARY: MR. SUDHIR MEHTA

Sudhir Kumar Mehta (1948 – 2024) A loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Sudhir Kumar Mehta, 75, of Woburn, MA, passed away in Stoughton, MA, surrounded by his family on June 18th, 2024. He truly found joy in cooking. He always brought a unique twist to classic dishes like Dal tadka, Ziti Broccoli, Keema Matter, Chicken Curry, Goat Meat, Egg Bhurji, and so much more. His food always left a lasting impression on everyone who sat at his table. Sudhir Mehta was born in Haridwar, Uttar Pradesh, in 1948 to Shakuntala and Jugal Kishore Mehta. He grew up with his eldest brother Vijay, sister Indu, and youngest brother, Vijay, his sister, Indu, and his youngest brother, Ajay. He was trained in the family business as an optician from a young age. With an independent spirit, being unapologetically himself, and always being a go-getter, Sudhir Mehta moved to Srinagar, Kashmir at age unapologetically himself, and always a go-getter, Sudhir Mehta moved to Srinagar, Kashmir, at the age of 17. He set up the first 'Optical Eye Glass' store in the Kashmir valley in 1966 and opened additional shops,. He then opened additional shops, including an army-based location. Sudhir worked alongside the army at various Vision Eye Camps as an optician serving remote villages within the Kashmir valley. He became well-known as "Bawa" in Lal Chowk and throughout Srinagar. Though well established in Kashmir, due to unrest, Sudhir moved his family to Boston in the 90s as a last resort for their safety. In the 1990s, he moved to Boston, MA, with hesitation - just to keep his family safe from conflict in the Kashmir valley. When recently asked about his best memories, he answered without hesitation that it they were from was his life and time in Kashmir. Kashmir was where his heart belonged. After moving to Boston, he worked as an optician at Eye World and Lens Crafters as an optician. Sudhir Mehta could never sit still. Even during his retirement years, he worked tirelessly at Evergreen Adult Daycare, driving the elderly to and from their homes. After work he loved spending time with his grandchildren by making them food and sharing "fun" snacks together. He will especially be remembered for his fondness for cooking. He brought a unique twist to classic dishes like Dal Tadka, Ziti Broccoli, Keema Mattar, Chicken Curry, Goat Meat, Egg Bhurji, and so much more. His food always left a lasting impression on everyone who sat at his table. Sudhir Kumar Kumar Mehta is survived by his wife, Neera Mehta; his three children and their spouses, Kavita and Ketan, Anuradha and Sunil, Rohit and Hidemi; and four grandchildren, Esha, Viyaan, Vanika, and Emika. He is survived by his spouse Neera Mehta, his siblings Vijay, Indu and Ajay, his children Kavita, A, grand kids [First name] will always be remembered for [her/his/their] [specific quality] his tenacity and living life to the fullest (on his own terms). and the way that they [always did something specific]. We'll always remember hearing him say "bhool ja, jane de, takdeer se takrar na kar [catchphrase they're most known for]" translated to "forget it, let it go, do not fight your destiny," one more time. We couldn't have asked for a better [parent/grandparent/sibling/etc.], and will miss [first name] every day. [Her/his/their] memory will live on in the hearts of all those who loved [her/him/them]. Wake: Saturday, June 22nd, from 11:00 AM TO 1:00 PM. Driscoll Funeral Home 309 S. Main Street. Haverhill, MA 01835 Terahvin (13th Day Pooja) Sunday, June 30th, starting at noon. Shivalaya Temple of Greater Boston 407R Mystic Avenue. Medford, MA 02155

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