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Father James Ratnanayagam

June 11, 1926 - April 20, 2020

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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A fond memory 2020-05-02 00:43:42 wrote:

Your Dad was unique in his life. Well respected in his ministry. He was our school chaplain when I was a teenager.I remember him on his bicycle passing me when I used to walk from Chundikuli girls college back home. He would surprise me by wishing me from behind. Though he had difficulty with his vision he knew who it was even when coming from behind! When we were in University we moved with your parents at the Peradeniya campus,as your Ayya was our campus chaplain. He was such a blessing to us. He was approachable and had a loving disposition. We will miss him too. We remember him for his wit and narration of old stories and his caring ways. Visiting the campus chaplaincy we got to know Lathika as well. When we got married he solemnised our marriage. Lathika was my daughter Niroshini’s Godmother and I had the privilege of being your Godmother Deveshta. We managed to keep in touch though we moved around a bit and were continents apart! I’m including a photo taken when we met your parents last and were so delighted to meet with your sister Prasadini and brother Jeyadeva who were visiting at that time. May the Lord's comfort and peace be with you. John 14:27. With our love, Ranjit and Savitri John

A fond memory 2020-05-02 00:43:42 wrote: Your Dad was unique in his life. Well respected in his ministry. He was our school chaplain when I was a teenager.I remember him on his bicycle passing me when I used to walk from Chundikuli girls college back home. He would surprise me by wishing me from behind. Though he had difficulty with his vision he knew who it was even when coming from behind! When we were in University we moved with your parents at the Peradeniya campus,as your Ayya was our campus chaplain. He was such a blessing to us. He was approachable and had a loving disposition. We will miss him too. We remember him for his wit and narration of old stories and his caring ways. Visiting the campus chaplaincy we got to know Lathika as well. When we got married he solemnised our marriage. Lathika was my daughter Niroshini’s Godmother and I had the privilege of being your Godmother Deveshta. We managed to keep in touch though we moved around a bit and were continents apart! I’m including a photo taken when we met your parents last and were so delighted to meet with your sister Prasadini and brother Jeyadeva who were visiting at that time. May the Lord's comfort and peace be with you. John 14:27. With our love, Ranjit and Savitri John

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