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Mr. Ashok Dhar

Date of passing: 2026-09-14

Ashok Dhar

ॐ शांति शांति शांति

 

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Ashok Dhar, who left for his heavenly abode on Sep 14, 2026.

 

Ashok was a pillar of his community: a devoted family man, engineer, entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and true Silicon Valley thinker at heart.

While his career was spent building companies and products, his true passion was always people: supporting others, creating space for them to grow, sharing his knowledge, and helping young minds find their path.

 

Ashok was a dreamer. He believed in possibility, in the power of an idea, and in being brave (and maybe even crazy) enough to pursue it.

 

If he could leave everyone reading this with one final message, it would be this:

 

Keep dreaming. And then, dream bigger.


A memorial service to celebrate Ashok’s life will be held on Friday, September 18, at 11:30 AM at:

615 N Santa Cruz Ave
Los Gatos, CA

Condolences (11)

misspurvii
Sep 28

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tannuverma
Sep 28

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Monika and Vishal
Sep 23

Dear Pushpa ji and family,

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Ashok ji. We will never forget how incredibly kind, supportive, and welcoming he and your entire family were to us during our initial days in the US. His warmth made a world of difference to us and helped us feel at home. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Om Shanti.

Warmly, Vishal, Monika and Tiya

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Autar & Manorama Kaul
Sep 20

We were deeply saddened to hear about passing of Ashokji. We remember the wonderful times we had together. He was a jolly, warm hearted, affectionate and a wonderful person. We can not imagine what Pushpaji and family must be going through.. May God give you strength to face this unbearable loss and cherished memories of Ashokji bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time and may his soul rest in peace.

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Unknown
Sep 17

We are deeply shocked and saddened to hear this heartbreaking news. Ashok ji was truly a humble, kind-hearted, and soft-spoken person who will always be remembered for his warmth, compassion, gentle nature, and the kindness he showed to everyone around him.

May the Lordship grant his soul safe passage to His abode, bless him with eternal peace, and give Pushpa Ji and Meghana immense strength, courage, and comfort to bear this irreparable loss.

Our deepest condolences to the entire family during this incredibly difficult time. May his loving memories remain a source of comfort and strength to all who knew and loved him.

Suresh, Upasana, and Surbhii Bhat

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Manmohan Kaul
Sep 16

our heartfelt condolences the, family may departed soul rests in peace. Aum shanti Aum.

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Meenakshi Ganjoo
Sep 16

It is with great shock and sadness that we learned of Ashokji’s passing. Our deepest condolences go to Pushpaji and Meghana during this incredibly difficult time. Ashokji was a truly gentle and kind soul whose warmth and goodness will always be remembered. May his soul attain sadgati and eternal peace. We pray that God gives Pushpaji and Meghana the strength, comfort, and courage to face this unbearable loss.


Meenakshi and Bal Ganjoo

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Archana
Sep 16

So deeply saddened by this news! What I remember most is how soft-spoken, kind, and genuinely warm Ashok Ji was in every conversation we had. He leaves behind a beautiful legacy of grace and gentleness. May his noble soul find eternal peace, and may God grant Pushpa ji and Meghana comfort and strength. Om Shanti 🙏


Regards,

Archana & Pawan Raina

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SRaina
Sep 16

Om Shanti Om🙏🏼Deepest condolences may god give strength to Pushpa ji & family.

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Deepali
Sep 16

I am deeply heartbroken to hear about Uncle’s passing. When I first moved to the Bay Area, him and Aunty were the very first family to offer warm community welcome. Over the years, Uncle became so much more than a friend to me—he was a father figure, a mentor, and a constant source of inspiration.

I will always be profoundly grateful for how Uncle who constantly pushed me to take on community initiatives. Whenever I hesitated or doubted myself in any decision, Uncle was always there with an open heart, ready to lift me up with his deeply encouraging words.

Looking back, Uncle was a part of many major milestones in my life. From welcoming first time in 2008, then welcoming me back to the Bay Area after my marriage, to celebrating the births of both of my children, and cheering on my career growth, his presence made those moments even more special.

I am forever in debt to Uncle's open heart and his Texas-sized kindness. His legacy lives on in the Aunty, Meghana and the community he helped build and in the lives of everyone he touched so deeply, including my own. Please know that I am here for you, Auntie and Meghana, just as you and Uncle always were for me!


Regards,

Deepali and Raj

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