Category: Obituary

Peter K. Thomas (Thampi, 80) Passes Away in Houston

Malayalam Daily News

Houston: Peter K. Thomas (Thampi – 80), a member of the Houston St. Thomas Indian Orthodox Cathedral parish, passed away in Houston on November 6, 2026. He was the husband of Elizabeth Thomas, a native of Nellikkunnu, Thrissur, who was a longtime nurse in Houston. Survived by children: Emily Kavanall (Gijo & Emily), late A.B. Kurian Thomas. Grandchildren: Julia, Mathew, Jevan. Funeral Service Details: Public Visitation and Public Prayer Public Visitation: Date: November 12, 2026, Thursday Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Location: St. Thomas Indian Orthodox Cathedral (2411 5th…

George Matthai Vairamon (Lalumon) Passes Away; Public Viewing on November 13, Funeral on November 14

Malayalam Daily News

Houston: George Matthai Vairamon (Lalumon – 75), son of the late retired M.W.O. G. Matthai and Thankamma Matthai from Kundara Vairamon Gardens, Kollam, passed away on November 1 in Houston. After living as an expatriate in Kuwait, he settled in Houston with his family and was an active member of the Stafford Bible Chapel. He is survived by his wife Eliyamma George (Susan), daughter of the late V.E. Thomas and Annamma Thomas of Ilambal Nadukkan. Children: Annie Nisha George – Biju Thomas (Bangalore), Nissi George Vairamon – Daryl John Callur…

George Mannickarott: A Distinguished Literary Historian and Community Leader Passes Away

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The Indo-American Press Club (IAPC) joins the global Malayalee community in mourning the passing of George Mannickarott, eminent Malayalam literary historian, acclaimed writer, socio-cultural activist, and community organizer, who passed away in Houston, Texas, USA. George Mannickarott was a towering figure in the literary and cultural landscape of the Malayalee diaspora. A passionate advocate for Malayalam language and literature, he dedicated his life to documenting, preserving, and promoting the literary contributions of Malayalees in North America. In recognition of his outstanding literary contributions, he was honored with the First IAPC Literary Excellence…

Sosamma Joyan (Thomas) Mathew Passed away

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Dr. Sosamma Joyan (née Thomas) Mathew passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 9th, 2023 at the Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. She will be lovingly remembered by her soul mate, Rev. Dr. John Mathew and by our cherished son, Bram Thomas Mathew. Joyan was the eldest beloved daughter of Kalayanasseril C.T. & Lucy Thomas (Ayroor) of Singapore, treasured sister of Shirley (late Rajan), Singapore, Latha (Priantha), Sri Lanka, Laly (Kunju), Reggie (Ruby) and Biju (Reni) of Singapore. Joyan and John met at a national ecumenical conference during her studies…