Obituary of Hasmukhbhai Patel

Hasmukhbhai Ramanbhai Patel, age 78, was born on November 10, 1930 in Kalali, India. A native of Bhadran, India and lived most of his life in Harare, Zimbabwe. He was a humble businessman and a diplomat in Zimbabwe. He was the second eldest of six children. His hobbies included traveling, music, cricket, and socializing. His friends came from all walks of life including mechanics, photographers, actresses and world leaders including Pramukh Swami, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Indira Gandhi, Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. His surviving family members include three sons, three daughters and twelve grandchildren. He lived a full and fruitful life and will be dearly missed.