Sekharam V Kasturi

Sekharam Vijnana Kasturi, 80, of McKinney, TX, made a peaceful transition into the loving arms of the Lord on November 13, 2025. He is survived by his loving mother, Sakuntala Devi; his beloved wife, Bharathi; his daughter, Sarada (Christopher Ryan); his sister, Sudhimati; his sister in law, Saraswati; his nephews Prakash (Subha), Rohini (Phani), and Raghu (Maruthi); and his cherished grandchildren, Sreekar, Kaushik, Laya, Abhinav and Thanusha. He is preceded in death by his father, Suryaprakasa Rao; his brother, Bhaskaram; his brother-in-law, Prakasa Rao; and his nephew Vamsi Krishna. Born on March 22, 1945, in Bhimavaram, A.P., India, Sekharam showed remarkable promise from an early age. A precocious child, he won numerous competitions in poetry and composition, revealing the artistic brilliance that would stay with him throughout life. His keen sense of fairness-displayed even in childhood games-marked the beginnings of a deeply principled character. A dutiful son, he embraced the Gandhian ideals instilled by his father, patiently spinning fine cotton thread, weaving it into a dhoti, and presenting it as an act of respect and devotion. A tenacious young man, he overcame a debilitating bout of smallpox, later distinguishing himself through exceptional academic achievement. He was the recipient of the gold medal for all Branches (1966 batch) and is fondly remembered for tutoring his fellow classmates. His lecturers respected his intelligence so much, they utilized his notes to teach classes. This intellectual curiosity and determination led him to the United States in 1968 to pursue further studies-a bold step that shaped his life and legacy. A gentler soul is hard to find. Sekharam cared deeply about doing no harm, even when it came at personal cost. His guiding motto, "Live and let live," reflected the generosity of his spirit. A humanist and ascetic at heart, he embodied simplicity, compassion, and quiet strength. A man of profound faith, he transcended cultural divides and traditions and possessed the most sophisticated spirituality one could ever find in a human. As an exceptional role model, his discipline, pioneering spirit, and moral clarity inspired three generations of his family, shaping their paths and values. A gifted mentor, he offered guidance to all who sought it. Many fondly remember long walks with him-walks during which confusion dissolved, doubts were settled, and clarity gently emerged. He listened and offered discourse in equal measure. Dad sent each of us off to college with Polonius' Advice to Laertes, often citing "Give every Man thy ear, but few thy voice". As a doting grandfather, affectionately referred to as Thaatha, he delighted in becoming a child once more, playing alongside all the grandchildren with pure joy.

A man of rare intellect, a thirst for knowledge, immense patience, and thoughtful speech, he provided steady perspective in times of uncertainty. He believed deeply in the eternal and transcendental power of good thoughts and noble ideas. He approached books with a voracious appetite, finding wisdom and wonder in every page. Erudite and cosmopolitan, he drew effortlessly from both Eastern and Western ideology, illuminating any discussion with insight. After retirement, when asked how he spent his time, he often replied with a smile, "I am watching the grass grow." This simple response captured his sense of humor, humility, and appreciation for the quiet beauty of life. And finally, Sekharam was a warrior of extraordinary inner strength. He faced a 6 month life expectancy when diagnosed with a Grade 4 glioblastoma (brain cancer). He fought for 37 months with resilience, grace, and unwavering composure, living each day with dignity until the very end. For all who were fortunate to sit with Sekharam, it was clear that his generosity, compassion, empathy, respect, hospitality, and quiet brilliance were gifts he offered freely. His absence is a silence that settles deeply; the world dimmer, without his light.

Services and Cremation will be held at Hughes Family Tribute Center on November 18, 2025 at 1:00pm.

If you are unable to attend in person, you may access this link for a live stream of the Services.

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