Thinking of the Shah family and what a year it has been. Sending our love and wish we could all be in person to share our support with you all. The tribute to Ajay was beautiful and we will always keep him in our thoughts. Love, the Rattan family

We miss you dearly. You touched many of our lives. May you rest peacefully. You will remain forever in our hearts and fond memories together. One breath. One moment. One second. One minute. One hour. One day. One week. One month. One year. One decade. Now you can fly, spread your wings and soar. You are a rare gem and we shall treasure you forever. Clara and Rav

Ajay was a beautiful soul. From the first time I met him, I could feel his light shining. He exuded love and light and I fell in love with this lovely person. What you saw is what you got, no airs or graces just Ajay. Like his entire family he was very grounded and had a genuine love for his family and friends and everyone that he met. It was my honour meeting such a loving and genuine person. Ajay was not only Bena & Shashi's son, we felt that he was every mother's son. Be happy and keep that charming smile of yours always, wherever you are. We love and miss you.

Condolences to you and your family. I remember AJ from attending Milliken Mills HS with his brother Rajay. He always came to the ball games and he was always smiling and positive. I’m truly saddened that such a wonderful human being has left this earth so young. I know He’s left a void in the hearts of many. Hearing the news of his passing was tough to hear and I felt it for my friend Rajay. May your soul Rest In Peace Ajay and I’ll pray for strength for your family as they come to terms with your sudden passing.

Our Sincere condolence to the family. RIP Ajay

Very sad news our family and colleague' received when we heard about our friend and associate' passing. Ajay was always welcoming and hospital, travelling to Toronto will not be the same again, rest in peace friend. 

James Hunt 
General Manager 
Australian Choice Exports

Really shocked to hear about sad demise of Ajay, known to him for almost over 15 years, always called and see me on his visit to Vancouver. Ours heartfelt condolences to Shah family for both departed souls.

We were really shocked to hear the tragic news. Our heartfelt condolences to all families members. May his soul rest in peace.

Dear Shashi, Sarla and family,

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We are sorry and sad to learn (only yesterday) about the untimely passing away of Ajay at such a young age. Our sincere condolences to you and the whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. This will leave a big void for you all but we are sure that you will have lots of fond memories of him to cherish. May his soul rest in peace.

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With deepest sympathy Jayakaki, Avi and Kiran

 We met up in Calgary to discuss some business in 2012. One Tuesday afternoon after a few drinks later the only business on our mind was which club was open. At the club, Ajay made about 6 new friends in about 10 minutes and we spent the next few hours just enjoying the night. After the club, we ended up eating at a 24 hour diner and just discussing life and all its frailties. He was a great guy.  Someone you could easily get along with and just automatically gravitate too. I will miss him dearly.

We've known Ajay since he was a young boy. Vijay and Sat always found him very respectful, and everytime we met him he always had a broad, genuine, smile. We will always remember Ajay for his kindness, and the level of interest he took in each of us. He left this world too soon and we pray to Parmatma to give Sadgati to the departed soul. Aum Shanti Shanti Shanti

​It's been 3 weeks. Sometimes I don't know where to channel my sadness, so I will write something here. Ajay, my brother from another mother, my mom was your 2nd mom, your mom my 2nd mom. Our parents are best friends for life. The Soor-Sharma-Shah trifecta has been broken. My heart aches for the entire family at this time. I am fighting back tears on a daily basis. It's been hard losing you, we can't even grieve together as a family and that's a secondary pain that is just really difficult to bare. I will miss you so much. Our lives have been changed forever but my memories will never fade. I will miss your voice and how you said "Preeeeee" every time we saw eachother. The last time I saw you was Christmas and you laughed at my jokes. God I am going to miss you so much.

Always a Light to me and to everyone who you met. Always kind, calm and considerate and your sweetness is what is missing in this world. Our hearts are broken by your passing. We can't believe it some days. I know you will watch over us and continue to inspire us to be ever more kinder, sweeter and loving. Because at the end of the day, that's all that really matters.

We love and miss you Aj. Xo

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Fly.

Now more than ever.

Fly Up.

See the world from there.
Through your eyes.

Above the clouds.
Close to the warmth of the Sun.

Remember the lightness of your Being.

Fly.

But not away.

For your kindness, beauty and love lingers.

Dear Shashi/Bena & Family:

This is our third attempt to write about Ajay, having failed twice, having overcome with emotion.

We returned to the GTA from the Maritimes in the late eighties, after having lived in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia for a few years. We caught up the Shahs over the past three decades, usually at their house (always having large dinner parties), Jain picnics, friends parties and at community events.

Using a sports analogy (cricket), we found Ajay to be an "All Rounder", in another words, he could strike passionate and genuine conversations with seniors such as Shahsi's Ba, uncles and aunts (like us and others) and kids. And he did this with an infectious smile that would light up the room.

Ajay had lots of stories to tell, especially camping which included winter (brrr) trips to north of Toronto.

And of course there was sports which was just fine with us since our two boys, never took their eyes off the ball. While majority of the guests would be upstairs at Chez Shah, I would sneak down to their basement where Ajay and his brothers would be watching sports. There is a universal language that has no boundaries nor generational gap which is "Sports" and Ajay spoke it fluently.  Ajay's travel adventure stories were exotic in nature and we reckon he had visited almost all of the Continents.

At several of our Karoga gang cook outs, we vicariously through Shahsi, did catch up re what their three sons were doing including their business acumen.

We will embrace the noble gesture to continue with Ajay's legacy of Charity work including, "Giants of Africa", outreach Basketball programme.

Take care and our thoughts are with the family. We too, learnt last July that there is no carte blanche formula for grieving and praying that time will heal us.

Rashmi + Rohit

It was shocking to hear the sudden passing of Ajay. He was a kind and caring person. His great personality, passion about sports and fitness, great attitude about work, loving of his parents and family had touched many people around him. My deepest condolences to his family.  He will always be missed. May he rest in peace.

Jane and I were shocked and saddened to hear today of the death of Ajay. We found him to be a bubbly, happy and fun individual who was a real mensch (gentleman). Our sympathies go out to the entire family at what must be a very difficult time for all of you. Our thoughts and prayer are with you and be proud of your sons significant life here on Earth. 

With our sincere condolences 
Steve & Jane Zener

From the bottom of my heart, my deepest sympathies on your loss. During this very difficult time, I wanted to share an innocent story with you all, with the hopes that it may bring a smile to your faces. 

Once upon a time, I was a VERY chunky grade niner in Milliken. I was walking the hallways of MMHS when I passed the most gorgeous creature I had ever seen in my life....Ajay Shah....and there began my innocent childhood crush on the most beautiful man I had ever seen!!! I didn't have the privilege of being one of Ajay's friends; mainly because I was always too tongue tied to ever utter a word to him when he was in my presence. 

At that time, Ajay was one of the "cool" guys and I was a chunky nerd. LOL. I'm pretty sure he knew me as "Mainika's sister" but hey - that was good enough for me!

For those of you who ever saw the hit 80's movie - Can't Buy Me Love - I was Ronald Miller and Ajay was my Cindy Mancini!!! LOL

I remember the 15 year old innocent "heart flutter" and "butterflies in my stomach" every time I passed him in the hall. One day, we were in line in the cafeteria and I was standing behind him - MAN OH MAN - it was the highlight of my day!!

I don't have the words to heal your grief. I wish I did. Losing someone you love is never easy but I am a strong believer in the fact that we will all be reuinted again one day my friends. Keep that in your hearts as much as you can during this very difficult time.

Ajay - that innocent-childhood-little girl crush will always live on. I was truly your biggest fan. May you find peace. May you find bliss.

My deepest condolences to the Shah family. The first time I met Ajay, he made me feel like we were old friends. Rest in peace Ajay.

Dino Capocci and Family

Heartfelt condolences to Shashi, Sarla, Sujay, Gina, Rajay, Priya, Jayen, Aryah, Dylen, Jade and Zion for the heart wrenching loss of your beloved Ajay. You are a beautiful family who have an incredible bond and you know how to share your light and kindness with everyone you meet and that was Ajay's gift too. Sujay and Gina thank you for your kindness and memories today.

Dearest Aj,

To say we looked up to you is an understatement. In the epic Shah family basement, Toronto, I was 💫 awestruck 💫 when you played us the great dancehall / RnB classics on your sound system - Who Am I (Beanie Man) for the first time - what was this ridiculous music?!  Your MOVES! You could do a full blown dance, just by moving your neck and eyebrows! Unforgettable moments. 

Ajay, you didn’t just laugh with your mouth or eyes. No! It was a full blown nostril laugh. Soon I wouldn’t be laughing at the initial joke but laughing at your nostrils, then my nostrils would go too and start bouncing away as well. It was like we were finding the silliness in everything in the world.

You were always kind, encouraging, so cuddly and affectionate. Over the last few days we’ve revived memories I’d forgotten I even had, which hurts terribly 😭 making me wish I could turn back the clock by 2 weeks.

If I could, I’d tell you this. How adored you are by all your cousins, even those you hadn’t seen lately. I’m not the only cousin who felt they had a particular, special connection with you, a precious bond - that was just who you were.

I’ll keep practicing my dancehall moves for you, watch me!

Maya

Very sad to hear of AJ's passing. Deepest condolences to the Shah family. AJ was a great person, who was compassionate, caring and generous. He was proud of his brothers and business and he invited me and my wife on a facility tour - which was no less than impressive, but more-so it was his heart and spirit in always wanting to help and to provide entrepreneurship advice.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and poems. You will be missed in this life, but may we meet again in the next.

Peace and rest. ~The Kim Family.

I was so sad to hear about Ajay. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.

My deepest condolences to the Shah family! Ajay was an amazing person with a beautiful soul. His smile and personality always lit up the room and he truly cared for his friends and family. I will miss my friend! Rest In Peace Ajay!

So sad to hear this may God give him peaceand strength to the family to bear this tragedy

Our deepest condolences to all the family members for the untimely passing of Ajay 
May his soul Rest In Peace 
Om Shanti Shanti Shanti 

Ranjanben, 
Naresh & Rupal Doshi

When you talk about friend who had your back. Ajay was that guy. Love him.

Very sad and unfortunate news. RIP Ajay

Very sad to hear about Ajay's passing. Such a nice person. My condolences to his family. Rest in Peace.

I can't begin to tell you how sad we all feel. I can only imagine the pain and grief the Shah Family is feeling.I have been friends with Ajay for almost 20 years-we shared many great times together. May you rest in Peace! We love you brother!!

Ajay, I never believe you would die. You will remain in my heart. I learnt a lot from you not as a QA but also about life, sports as well. You were my guide, teacher and many more. It's a great loss for everybody. I got a lot inspiration and valuable knowledge from you, which will remain with me forever. 

I Pray to God for your peace in heaven.

My deepest condolence to your family and friends. God bless all.

“A good heart has stopped beating, a good soul ascended to heaven. We part with our beloved Ajay in pain.”

My sincerest condolences to Suj, Raj, and the Shah family. I reconnected with Ajay after 25 years and am deeply saddened by this news. R.I.P and thoughts and prayers to the Shah family during this difficult time.

Ajay, may your soul rest in peace and may God continue to watch over your family and friends. Had some great memories of you and your family growing up, attending scout camps since we were 11 years old and attending Uni in the 90's. My parents and I send our condolences to the entire Shah family. Rest easy.

My condolences to your family and friends. You will be greatly missed. Until we meet again Ajay, Rest In Paradise bro

My sincere condolences to the Shah family during this difficult time. I went to high school and U of T with Ajay and he was great person. RIP, my friend.

My sincerest and deepest condolences to the entire Shah family. My heart aches with yours. I consider Ajay my brother and I am terribly sad to see him go but know he is at peace and in a better place. I have so many fond memories of Ajay. We have experienced so much together and I will forever be grateful for his love and friendship. He was devoted to his family, friends, and business and was truly a special soul. RIP my Brother. Till we meet again. Much love being sent to you all. Please let me know if I can do anything. 

Mike. 

What a tragic loss. You will sorely be missed.

I was shocked to hear the sad news. My heartfelt sympathy to you all.

Ajay was our go to man at Shashi Foods and bailed us every time we were in trouble. Thoughtful and generous to a fault will always be remembered as a great friend with an infectious laughter.

May his soul rest in peace.

Over the years of working with Shashi, Kii and Smile, we have been lucky to know many in the Shah family, including Ajay. We were all deeply saddened to hear of Ajay’s passing. We wanted to pass on our warmest condolences for your loss and hope you will find love, strength and comfort during this time. Please know we are thinking of you all.

Jen Mahon

Nicolas DesRoches

Gerry Fung

(NorthBridge Consultants)

Our deepest condolences for your loss. May the memories you have with him be cherished and live on through love and laughter.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.

May his soul rest in peace.

Dear Shashi and Sarla,

Our sincere condolences on the untimely demise of your beloved son Ajay. May his soul Rest In Peace. Shashi, Bena and family you all are in our thoughts and prayers.

May God give you the strength and courage to bear this great loss.

Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti.

Rashma Sharman & Family.

Shashi & Sarla,

Our deepest condolences to you both and the family. May his soul rest in peace.

Rashmi & Nilkamal

I had the pleasure of meeting Ajay and the Shah family over 10 years ago. During the course of my association, I always found Ajay charming, a sports guru, health enthusiast and down to earth. I always found him smiling and he had an aura of positivity. His untimely departure from our lives is heartbreaking and unimaginable.

My deepest condolence to the entire Shah family and may God give us all the strength to bear the void in our lives.

Om Shanti Shanti Shanti🙏

To Mr. and Mrs. Shah, Sujay, Rajay, Gina, Priya, Jayen, Aryah, Dylen, Jade and Zion,

Sending you my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beloved and devoted Son, brother, brother in law and uncle. I know that words cannot convey what we are all feeling in our hearts at this time. I only hope that knowing the beautiful legacy of love and light he left with us will give you some peace and comfort.

I will always cherish Ajay and my friendship with him deep in my heart. Ajay and our friendship has been ever present in my life … as young teenagers coming of age, as young adults finding our way in the world and then as “grown ups” searching together for the meaning in the world and our lives. In so many ways, Ajay and I were always a mirror for each other. We mirrored each other as the middle children of three boys and three girls and the different relationships we had with our siblings as a consequence, the deep pride and responsibility to our families, our searching spirits for something bigger than ourselves, and our deep sense of loyalty to each other.

I remember the very first day of high school. Terrified and cold, I climbed onto the large almost empty yellow school bus to see only one other kid on the bus. It was Ajay. I can remember it clear as day. He was sitting near the back on the left side of the bus. Wearing a baseball cap, like he did almost every day of his high school life. That was the beginning of what some would say was an unlikely friendship that would endure throughout our lives. We joked that we were always there for each other during major events in the world. The big black out in 2003. Ajay called me and I came over with my little sister in tow and we then proceeded to BBQ everything melting in the freezer with the candles going. Remember that Raj? Ajay joked that he called me when he found out that Michael Jackson died. Perhaps it’s a generational thing, but later Ajay would refer to that as a special sign of our friendship.

Although there were extended times we would not be in touch, when we would connect it was always be the same. My deepest regret is letting too much time pass between those connections. Ajay, thank you for your friendship, thank you for being my brother and looking out for me, thank you for being you. I find peace in your freedom now from all the earthly sufferings that we all continue to struggle with. I know you are looking down now with your beautiful smile and saying “Herbs… It’s all okay… It’s beautiful. I can’t wait for you to see how beautiful it is here.” This makes me smile. You are in a beautiful place now, smiling watching over us until we meet again my friend.

Always and forever,

Hera

Please accept our deepest condolences on the sad demise of Ajay. May his soul rest in peace.🙏🕉

Ajay, My friend, my brother, my trip buddy. 

It’s been difficult to put my thoughts to words as I am still coming to grips that you are gone. I can’t even recall the first day we met, but I want to say it was on our trip to St. Maarten. We instantly became friends, but more importantly, we became “trip buddies”. From that point on, I’ve taken more trips with you than anyone else I know.

So many memories of us talking, joking and just laughing about random things, but the conversations that stood out the most, were the positive and encouraging words that you always had for me, and the pride and passion you have for your family, and for your business. I could always look to you for advice with work, and with life in general. I will miss those days.

Even in times when we became too busy to hang out and we hadn’t spoken in months, you were one of the very few people in my life that I could call and talk to like we’d just spoken yesterday. I’ll always remember that time in St. Maarten where you and I took a walk to the pharmacy to pick up some allergy medication, and on the way, you had us stop at a grocery store and somehow spun a quick walk into a business deal. I was amazed at how you instantly went from vacation mode to work mode. The last few years have had its ups and downs, but you were always in my thoughts and prayers. Rest well my brother, some day I hope to see you again, my trip buddy.

To the Shah family, my heartfelt condolences for your loss. Ajay has left us way too soon, but I hope that you can find some comfort in knowing that he has gone to a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

My deepest condolences to the whole family. I have lots of fond memories of Ajay from when we were younger. He always led with a wonderful smile, and brought such tremendous energy with him, lifting the mood wherever he went. Someone with a great heart who truly cared for those around him, he will very much be missed.

Thinking and praying for you all, I hope it will help bring a bit of peace and comfort. May he rest in peace.

I knew Ajay back in High School, especially through sports. One thing I will never forget about him was his smiling face! I don't think there was ever a time he wasn't smiling, and he had such a beautiful smile that could instantly turn your dark day into a bright one!

One thing about Ajay, doesn't matter if he knew you or not, he would always say hi, because that's the kind of person he was. He definitely was one of the good ones, and will be missed dearly. But I know, right now he is smiling at each and everyone of us -- that will never change!

Rest in Eternal peace my brother, until we see your smiling face again one day! 💗🙏

I have always been close to all of the brothers. However with Ajay, I remember memories of hanging out with him and Shern at Licks for burgers, partying with both of them over my years in Canada and of course the karogas with his dad Shashi at their house or at Sarla's house. He was both a dear cousin and friend although we had a big age gap.

Rest in peace Ajay. Gone too son.

Hello Shashi, Sarla, Sujay, Gina, Rajay, Priya. We are standing by you and praying that Ajay is united with all our late family from my mum to Somchand kaka, Kaki and all our relatives in Heaven. May god give you strength to support each other, give you comfort in all the good deeds he did, the big memories he left , some bringing tears and some bringing laughter and a smile to your faces.

Our prayers are with all of you at this difficult time and please look after yourselves. Ohm Shanti, Ohm Shanti, Ohm Shanti. Lots of hugs Sunil and Jaishri.

Our sincere condolences to Shashi and Sarla on the demise of your beloved son, Ajay. We offer our deepest sympathies and solace to the entire family on the loss of your son, brother, brother-in-law and uncle (Kaka). A loving and gentle soul taken away too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you to carry you through this difficult period. May his soul rest in eternal peace and bliss.

Dear Benaben, Shashibhai, Sujay, Gina, Rajay, Priya and children.

Our deepest condolences to you at this painful time. Our hearts go out to you. Please know that we are keeping you all in our prayers and thoughts. When Urvi and Jay were toddlers, Ajay used to tousle their hair and carry them on his shoulders. They would follow Sujay and Ajay like little ducks!

Ajay, you have left a huge void in everyone's hearts but you will always be remembered fondly. Rest in peace. 🙏

I am terribly saddened to hear about Ajay's passing. He was a lovely person in life and in business andI am glad to have known him. It was always great fun to haggle the price of a spice with him and his loss hurts us all.

All of us at WIBERG send our deepest condolences and prayers to the entire family.

We are saddened to hear about Ajay's untimely passing. May God bless his soul and give you, Shashi and Sarla and the family, strength to bear this loss.  Our deepest condolences to you. Sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship. May God Bless Ajay to rest in peace.

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Kankuben Shah, Vinod & Kala Dodhia, Paras & Aman, Chetan & Neha

We have known Ajay for many years through the Chandaria family. We remember him as always being friendly, down-to-earth, and always having a warm big smile.

Our hearts go out to the Shah family and friends in this time of deep sorrow.

Very sorry to hear the tragic news about Ajay. I remember Ajay and he was always so warm and welcoming with a nice smile.

Please accept our deepest condolences. If it was not for the present situation, we would be there with you during this difficult time. We pray to Almighty to rest the departed soul in eternal peace and may Almighty give you all strength to bear this irreparable loss.

​Our sincere condolences for your loss. I remember Ajay when we meet a long time ago at certain events. Even though we met a handful of times he was very nice to us. Life of the party. Very saddened to hear about his passing

Dear Shah Family,

Sending you all my heartfelt condolences on the passing of our dear Ajay. I wish I was able to pay my respects in person. Ajay was my brother’s (Samir) best friend and actually, even more like a brother. I was so honoured to have known Ajay since my brother met him years ago at Milliken. He was always like an older brother to me growing up - treating me with the utmost kindness and sincerity. His kind sweet nature will truly be missed. I am so thankful I saw him several months ago and had a chance to connect. He was a wonderful person and will forever be in our hearts.

May he Rest In Peace my prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. I pray you all have the strength to deal with this.

Please take care, ❤️🙏🏼 Huda

Ajay was one of the most energetic, upbeat people I’ve met. His infectious smile and positive outlook couldn’t help but brighten your day. He will be truly missed.

I have known Ajay and the Shah family for almost 7 years now. It started as a work relationship but then I got to know Ajay at a more personal level last 3 years. I laugh now thinking we both started our work relationship not on a friendly note but an argument. But eventually it was not too hard to get close to him because he was a very soft person inside and also, because every single member of the Shah family right from the top Mr. Shashi Shah to everyone, will give so much love and respect to every small and big relationship, irrespective of their stature and background.

Ajay and I had an offbeat friendship where I wouldn’t hear from in months but then one day he will call me out of the blue just to update me on all the major events happening in his life. It was an hour conversation and he would talk non-stop, I could only manage few words in between. He loved talking about his family, the kids in the family and his business ideas. He was a very sensitive and creative person which he didn’t exhibit openly.

I found out last few months he loved writing poems and I was lucky he shared few with me. He dedicated one or two poems to me as well, sometimes just to brighten my day or to cheer me up or just to say thank you. He was a caring soul! We spoke almost 2 weeks before his passing and he was his usual self sharing his future plans and ideas. And then he called me again few days before his passing. I couldn’t pick up his call and I forgot to call him back right after. When I called him last week, it went straight to his Voicemail. And then I found out he was gone. I am still under shock but I wish I could have that one last conversation with him.

Oh Ajay, you will me missed so much! Rest In Peace!! My heart aches for the Shah family who have to bear this terrible loss during already difficult times. I pray for all of you.

Om Shanti Om

Shashi bhai , Sarlaben and family,

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Please accept our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your son Ajay Shah . Our prayers to the almighty to give you the strength and love during this difficult time. Our prayers for his soul to Rest In Peace.

Sincerely ,

Smita Dipak Shah

Oshwal President USA

Chicago USA

My memories of Ajay were of his positive and energetic personality. Always kind and smiling. I remember how he would embrace me with a solid handshake and hug. The laughs that we shared on many occasions. On one occasion, I remember when we were walking back from dinner and cracking up at a Stan Lee look-alike that was walking our way. We cracked up so much.

My thoughts and prayers to the Shah Family. Aj you will be missed but not forgotten.

Rest in Peace.

Ajay, I will never forget your kindness, you have a wonderful smile with a gentle soul. You wrote some lovely poems for your Mom and Dad and several times you shared them with me and a few times I had tears in my eyes the way you express your emotions through poetry.  You loved to cook for everyone and so many times you showed us videos for your innovative cooking hobby.

There are countless memories with you I will never forget. Once Gina was out of town during Rakhi and you called me in the office to tie you Rakhi for her and that day I thank the universe for you choosing me as your sister. During our office hours always you come to the front office,  sitting on the couch and talk about foods, politics, sports, gym, boxing and many more chat we shared. I feel so lucky to work with you 11+ years and always you gave us likely a home environment in our office.

 Will miss you tremendously may he rest in peace and may my prayers help guide him on his journey to our Creator, R.I.P Ajay.  OM Shanti.

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We feel extremely sad at the untimely departure of Ajay. We met him only a couple of times at the Oshwal community gatherings at the Bunbury club. Ajay was a friendly and vibrant person with a broad captivating smile and laughter.

His departure is a great loss. We are sure that the heavens will bless Ajay and his immortal spirit will find eternal joy and bliss in the land of many temples.

My sincerest condolences to the family. Ajay was truly a flame that glowed brightly and his warmth was felt by everyone in the room. The first time I met him, he showed up to a game of pickup football in the snow (mid 90s). I was amazed how everyone stopped playing to talk to Ajay. No surprise there as the man had a presence. Over the years, I got to know him as a true friend and I can say I’m truly blessed to have spent time with Ajay. He was an inclusive, incredibly humble and yet super-successful guy. I miss his laugh. There’s not enough space here to share all the stories of this magnificent man.

Rest In Peace brother.

Bhai,

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We didn’t meet as often as we planned. When we did it was like we had never been apart. That was all you - you were always warm, caring and so easy going!

All the trips to Nairobi, Mombasa, partying it up in London and making the most of any opportunity anywhere. I'll never forget our last conversation as you explained how Toronto were going to win the MLS Cup and I countered with how Liverpool would win the league. I had finally convinced you!

We'll meet again. Kick back and hang. Till then, whereever you are rest in peace Bhai.

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Much love to the family - always here for you.

Kuks.

Dearest Benaben, Shashibhai, Sujay, Gina, Rajay, Priya and children,

Our deepest condolences to you & your family during this painful time Please know that our family is keeping you all in our prayers and thoughts. When Urv and Jay were toddlers, Sujay and Ajay would tousle their hair and carry them on their shoulders... our kids followed them around like little ducks. Ajay has left a void in everyone's hearts but he will always be remembered fondly.

May he rest in peace. With heartfelt sympathy,

Sonal, Kamal, Urvi and Jay

We are very sorry to learn the passing away of Ajay. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of extreme grief and sorrow. May his soul rest in peace.

One of my best memory with him was when I was in Toronto and I mentioned hotdogs and he straight away put me in a car to a train station and took me to downtown Toronto for the best hotdog I have ever had .

Will miss him tremendously may he rest in peace

We are sharing the sorrow of loosing somone so close. I was lucky to spend a few hours chating with him. He was a very active in keeping healty with gym and keeping active. He loved to cook, enjoy sports and always had a smile.

I will always have him in my memory.

Ajay,

You really threw me one. I am still crying my eyes out. (I have not cried like this for a long time). You will be greatly missed. A wonderful and caring person who has a soul of gold.

My condolences to Mr. Shashi, & Sarla, Suj, Gina, Raj, & Priya and the kids. Especially Jayen, I know you will miss your Kaka, very much. His time together with you all Aryah, Dylen, Jade and Zion was what he looked forward too. The birthdays and getting together with you all -- he loved. Cherish the memories and if ever you are missing him, look into your hearts and he will be there.

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Ajay, my time has come to say good bye, till then, farewell, keep smiling.

(Always) R.I.P Yas.

There are truly no words that I can say. I am so sorry for Dixx and Sanj, Suj and Raj, and the entire Shah family.

AJ was family. A cousin to me through Dixx and someone I've known for close to 35+ years. We shared many moments in MTL, TO, London and especially NY where we somehow always ended up by ourselves in weird situations. He was such a character and had such a lovely aura. Kind, funny, smiley with a gentle soul.

I will miss him dearly.

From the little time we spent together, Ajay was an amazing soul full of love, life and laughter! May his soul continue to put smiles on the people he touched. Giving the Shah family all the strength and courage to get through this sad and difficult time. Om shanti ❤️

RIP 

I know there are no words to comfort you right now, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, if there is anything that I can do to help ease your grief during this trying period, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.

Please accept my deepest sympathy and sincerest condolences to you and your family.

Rest in Peace Ajay!! Sincerely, Paul

We have heard a lot about this beautiful soul from his family members, Mayuri and Baba and Meera. We are saddened to hear the loss of Ajay and pray his soul rests in eternal peace and the family get the strength to bear the loss. It is most painful for parents to see their offspring pass away while they are alive and no mater what we say that pain persists.

We just keep on praying for the family and departed soul as he make his journey to the higher planes.

Aum Shanti Shanti Shanti.

Suryakant, Hasu, Archna - St.John's Newfoundland Aanand Jessica and Zuri Edmonton Alberta

It's difficult for me express about You. You left us Ajay so early. I learnt a lot from You not only as a QA in Shashi Foods Inc about work, but also about sports, life and mostly how we can be a good humane being and contribute to family, friends and society to make happy. You would remain in my heart till I die.

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You were my teacher, guide and inspired person. Its a great loss for Your family, friends and personally for me, as I needed to learn more from You Ajay. I pray for Your departed soul. God bless You in heaven.

R.I.P.  My deepest condolences to your beloved niece, nephew -- whom you love more than anybody else and family.

Miss You Ajay. OM SHANTI, OM SHANTI.

Ajay was a exceptional individual and always went the extra mile in our business partnership to ensure that we, the customer, was always satisfied with the service his company provided.

We will miss him. May he rest in eternal peace.

I am empty of words to decribe him. I am very shocked and sad when I heard this and my mind went blank. He was very clever and helpful in nature.

May his soul rest in peace. My condolences are with whole Shashi family in these difficul times.

May his soul Rest In Peace. My prayers are with you and your family. I am empty of words to describe how sorry I am.

I have had the privilege of meeting and working with 2 of the sons of the Shah family food dynasty, Sujay and Rajay. I was robbed of the honour of meeting the the 3rd son.

May the Shah family not suffer any more losses, and may Ajay rest in peace.

Our sincere condolences to the family. I was a good friend to Sujay in University. My prayers are with you all. I met Ajay once but due to my friendship with Sujay it has really come as shock.

God bless you all in these difficult times.

Om shanti shanti shanti.

Jai Sadguru Dev Vandan

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Sear Shashikantbhai and Sarlaben,

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I was lucky to meet this fine/noble energetic young man during his visit to Montreal to say final goodbye to his favorite uncle late Shree Prafulbhai. What an eulogy he gave. I felt he is an elevated soul. God bless him.

Ma Padmavatima will take him in her arm. We will continue to pray for departed soul and strength to you and family.

Aum Shanti Shanti Shanti.

Lalit and Jyotsna Vora Montreal

Aj, rest in peace bro.

To the family in Canada, we may be far but we are truly heartbroken and are with you in spirit.

Pole sana.

Can’t express

Our prayers are with you

Gone too soon.

RIP

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A beautiful soul taken away too early. Knew him as a loving warm friendly person. We will pray everyday for peace.

Ajay we are heartbroken, I still remember when you were born. You grew, progressed in life and now you have left us with a bang. We are shattered. Lots of memories in Rainier Square of Ajay at 2/3 years old playing in the basement with big brother Sujay and Roshni 🌈 RIP 

Our heartfelt condolences & deepest sympathy to the Shah family. May Ajay’s Soul rest in Eternal Peace! Prayers to give you all the strength. 🕉🕉 🙏🙏

Dear Sarla, Sashi, Sujay, Gina, Rajay, Priya and children, 

Ajay had a lovely personality - always warm, kind, gentle and engaging. We remember him from the time he used to come and play with Reena and Meera at our Yonge St condo. We had a lovely conversation with him at Rakesh’s wedding just a few months back.

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Thinking of you, 

Kuntesh and Smita 🙏🙏🙏🙏

Met Ajay in the early to mid 90’s, having secured a fast friendship with Sujay at that time. He was the charming and witty younger brother that stole the room. With an ear to ear smile that never turned off, and a coolness straight out of a GQ magazine, every moment of encounter was a pleasure. Recalling a night, around the same time, when Aj was showing me his new man-cave in the basement of his Markham home. All evening he was mentioning this much anticipated debut of the series South Park that nobody heard of including myself. “Mark my words Shell, this is going to be a hit". You were right Aj. Now 22 yrs strong and counting.  Honestly, to date, I haven't seen a full episode but the next one that's on, from beginning to end, will be an honour to watch in dedication of your memory.

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Rest in Peace Ajay

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Warm, handsome, super-cool and a straightforward guy. We mainly caught up at family weddings but he was great to be around. I've got a few stories in London involving us trying to get home late at night. Seeing him always put a big smile on my face. I was looking forward to introducing the kids to him but his early departure has left us all stunned. He gave a lot of love to those around him. All I can think is that he is needed elsewhere. Even though we are second cousins, always proud to call him my brother.

May his soul rest in peace and may the family keep strong.

One love Ajay!
 

Ajay,

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You were a lovely person inside and out. You will be dearly missed by all those you touched with your charismatic personality and endearing love for all. I have many fond memories of you which I hold dear to my heart. I will cherish them.

❤️ Fab Dugal and family.