The obituary notice of Benjamin Vischal THAPA

Ben I never met you, but I am fortunate to your know your sister and that is enough to know you will be missed. Rest in peace. Sing to your hearts content and let the angels be blessed to hear your beautiful voice.

Dear Ben, I hope you now know how truly cherished you were. Although you faced some challenging times in life, you gave hope and strength to so many others facing their own challenges. As you always said: when things are tough, a stiff G&T, friends, and belief in your own strength will see you through. You certainly had belief when you decided to take on your first marathon. I'm sure I wasn't the only one to think what on earth were you thinking! But you smashed it, and not just the once.

Reading your family's tributes has reminded me of your trip to India in 2016. Your journey to find the missing puzzle pieces of your early life. And what a journey! I hope your journal of that time has been found and is being cherished by your family. It was raw. It was real. It gave you some answers.

Ben, you really were a gift from God, and although it's hard for those left behind to understand your untimely passing, He decided it was time for you to return home.

I will cherish the memories, the deep and meaningful conversations we had, and the gift God gave you through voice.

Rest in peace, Ben V Thapa 🕊️❤️
Ali xx

Dear Ben. Yours was a lost and found story which brought much joy to us. Instead of living a life of regret you actually came out to seek the truth all the way to India. Aunty, I have come to seek answers to many questions you said. Of course in life there is no rewind but there are opportunities to heal and forgive. And you had the courage and magnitude to reach out and bridge the gaps. I believe music played a major role in enriching your life. Even now I can see you in smiles and humming that unforgettable melody. Rest in peace dear nephew as you lived a good life. From Jyoti aunty and Ramesh uncle.

Ben. It's believed that time is a great healer but I doubt if I'll ever be able to get over the pain of your untimely loss, however, I'll try & console myself knowing that you are in a better place, with Jenny & the angels
I still recollect how ecstatic I was on hearing from you after 3 decades & the much awaited hug at Bangalore airport, was so emotional.
Reuniting with you, was 'life changing' for me. It felt as if God had granted me a new lease of life.
Notwithstanding your larger than life persona what made you exceptional was your genuine humility. You were respectful, compassionate & forgiving. A true giver who spread love & unconditionally welcomed the 'missing' into your life.
It was a pleasure & privilege knowing you, though briefly.
As a Hindu, I strongly believe in reincarnation. I pray that you are born again as my son in my next life. It'll be a great honour.
I promise to carry forward an unfinished item in our bucket list ... to conquer Everest as a father & son duo.
Until we meet again rest peacefully, my son
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Naresh Thapa

What a character, who I will never forget. You’ll be missed, Ben.