Pushpaben Rajnikant Parekh

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Pushpaben Rajnikant Parekh. She passed away at 87 years old on Thursday, April 6th, 2023, 3:24am at Jefferson Torresdale Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on November 21st, 1935, in Samthan, Gujarat, India to Rambhai and Kamlaben Sheth. As the youngest of 6 children, she was showered with love and care. She married Rajnikant Baburao Parekh and together they had 5 children: Navin, Bharti, Prabha, Shila, and Hina.

Pushpaben was a woman of grace and kindness, known for her warm and welcoming spirit. Their home was a place of solace and comfort for family and friends, and she opened her heart to all who crossed her path. She was an incredible cook, and her meals were a labor of love that brought people together around the table.

She enjoyed sharing her life experiences and her wisdom and guidance were sought after by many. Pushpaben had the biggest heart, always offering her generosity to those in need such as sending food, water, and money to underprivileged communities in India.

Pushpaben and Rajnikant immigrated to the US in 1986 and she remained here following the passing of her husband. Since then, she worked really hard to ensure her kids could build a better life across the globe.

She took pride in watching her family grow and thrive, and her love for them was boundless. Now her 5 children, 16 grandchildren, and 18 great grandchildren will carry forward her legacy and desire to have a close-knit family full of love. Her memory will be cherished forever, and her life will be celebrated with joy and gratitude.