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Father James Ratnanayagam

June 11, 1926 - April 20, 2020

The administrator of this page is David Ratnanayagam

The Reverend Canon James Ratnanayagam passed away peacefully on the morning of Monday 20th April. He was almost 94 years old. He and his wife, Latika, celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary the previous day. Father James, as he was popularly known, suffered a stroke towards the end of March. After spending some days in hospital, he returned home where his condition gradually declined. He enjoyed a long and happy life and was a blessing to so many. A few hours after his death, his mortal remains were cremated at the Crematorium in Kanatte, Borella, following a brief service conducted by the Bishop and the Archdeacon of Colombo. Many have expressed regret that they were unable to pay their respects and to attend his funeral owing to the current restrictions. Consequently, his family have created this memorial page to offer those who wish to do so the opportunity to pay tribute to him and to share their memories of him. Please send your memories to ratnanayagamfamily@gmail.com and they will be added to Father James' memory page. Alternatively, click on 'Memories' below and follow the given instructions to register an account that will enable you to contribute directly to this memorial page. ___

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Ira Adolf-De Silva 2020-05-05 11:15:35 wrote:

It is with sense of deep gratitude that I pen few lines about my association with father Ratnanayagam. I came to know father when I was10 years of age while staying at the Evelyn Nursries Kandy. Aunty Lathika is my God mother. I remember well how father and Aunty used to pick me up from the Nurseries every Friday and take me to their homeThe Vicarage of the University of Peradeniya for the weekends. I looked forward to their visits to their home as I felt welcomed and loved by Aunty and Father. At that time Prasadini was about one year old and I used to go for walks and play with her. When Aunty and Father moved to St Micheals vicarage I spend few years with them and helped to take care of David. I started my journey to live on my own. Father has been a 'real father' to me in my growing up togeather with Aunty. I appriciate all his prayers on my behalf and sound advice he gave me whenever I needed guidance. I know he is with God and singing all his favourite hyms. Thank you God for giving me the oppertunity to know father. Our condolences to Aunty, Prasadini and Ricky, Devishta, David, Helen, Grace and Toby. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ira, Erik and Emily

Ira Adolf-De Silva 2020-05-05 11:15:35 wrote: It is with sense of deep gratitude that I pen few lines about my association with father Ratnanayagam. I came to know father when I was10 years of age while staying at the Evelyn Nursries Kandy. Aunty Lathika is my God mother. I remember well how father and Aunty used to pick me up from the Nurseries every Friday and take me to their homeThe Vicarage of the University of Peradeniya for the weekends. I looked forward to their visits to their home as I felt welcomed and loved by Aunty and Father. At that time Prasadini was about one year old and I used to go for walks and play with her. When Aunty and Father moved to St Micheals vicarage I spend few years with them and helped to take care of David. I started my journey to live on my own. Father has been a 'real father' to me in my growing up togeather with Aunty. I appriciate all his prayers on my behalf and sound advice he gave me whenever I needed guidance. I know he is with God and singing all his favourite hyms. Thank you God for giving me the oppertunity to know father. Our condolences to Aunty, Prasadini and Ricky, Devishta, David, Helen, Grace and Toby. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ira, Erik and Emily

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