Dear Mrs Ratnanayagam, Prasadhini, Devishta & David,
Please accept the deepest sympathies from my wife Petunia and me upon the passing away of Fr James. Earth’s loss is Heaven’s gain, and I can just picture Fr James singing lustily with the heavenly host.
I have so many fond memories of Fr James and Mrs Ratnanayagam. Prasadhini & Devishta were born while I was on campus, while I heard later about the arrival of David. All of us students were always welcomed by your family in your home – what a blessing!
Fr James was much respected and loved by us all who attended worship services at Peradeniya, but I must say that I had many friends and acquaintances in the various halls of residence – of all faiths - who were also only too ready and willing to pop in when Fr James was visiting, and enjoy some moments in his company.
We pray that you all will be comforted in your loss, and that the pleasant memories of a much loved Priest, husband, and father will sustain you at this time, and in the days to come.
Yours very sincerely,
David Thomas
Dear Mrs Ratnanayagam, Prasadhini, Devishta & David,
Please accept the deepest sympathies from my wife Petunia and me upon the passing away of Fr James. Earth’s loss is Heaven’s gain, and I can just picture Fr James singing lustily with the heavenly host.
I have so many fond memories of Fr James and Mrs Ratnanayagam. Prasadhini & Devishta were born while I was on campus, while I heard later about the arrival of David. All of us students were always welcomed by your family in your home – what a blessing!
Fr James was much respected and loved by us all who attended worship services at Peradeniya, but I must say that I had many friends and acquaintances in the various halls of residence – of all faiths - who were also only too ready and willing to pop in when Fr James was visiting, and enjoy some moments in his company.
We pray that you all will be comforted in your loss, and that the pleasant memories of a much loved Priest, husband, and father will sustain you at this time, and in the days to come.
Yours very sincerely,
David Thomas
