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“Time is not measured by the years that you live but by the deeds that you do and the joy that you give.” On January 20, 2013 the Ram Family hosted a religious function celebrating the life of Late Commissioner Lahori Ram. The Ram family hosted the Akhand Path at the Shri Guru Ravidass Temple in Pittsburg, CA. The function commemorated the fourth anniversary of the passing of Mr. Lahori Ram. Over 1000 friends, family and well-wishers attended the memorial. People traveled from all over the United States to attend the function. Many people traveled internationally to pay homage to their dear friend and give support to the family to continue the annual memorial to keep Mr. Ram's memory alive. Many dignitaries attended on Sunday and praised the work Mr. Ram accomplished in his lifetime. The elected officials included: California State Senator Jerry Hill from District 13, California State Assemblyman from the 7th District Roger Dickinson, California State Assemblywoman Susan Bonilla who represents the Pittsburg area in the 14th Distrrict, a representative from California State Assembly from the 20th District Bill Quirk’s office, City of Lathrop Mayor Sonny Dhaliwal, and City of Pittsburg Mayor Nancy Parent. NP Singh and Anand Jha from the Indian Consulate in San Francisco also represented the Indian Embassy. Kirtan was performed by Shri Guru Ravidass Temple Pittsburg head priest Bhai Harjinder Singh Rasia, Bhai Baldev Singh's Jatha, Bhai Rashpal Singh’s Jatha from the San Jose Sikh Temple, Bhai Alam Singh and Bhai Jivan Singh from the Modesto Sikh Temple, Rajinder Singh Khaira head priest of Tierra Buena Sikh Temple Yuba City, Bhai Hardev Singh and Jatinder Dutt. Most of the local bay area Sikh Temples sent their representatives to attend the memorial. Committee members from Fremont, Yuba City, Sacramento, Rio Linda, Fresno, Bakersfield, San Jose, Hayward, Modesto, Livingston and El Sobrante were all present. State Senator Jerry Hill, who represents the district where the Ram family live, thanked the family for allowing all community members an opportunity to get together and remember the contributions of their Father. He said, “Lahori Ram was a self made man and a role model for all.” Senator Hill presented Jagdev and Ajaipaul a Certificate of Recognition to honor the Fourth Memorial. Assemblyman Roger Dickinson said that he can't believe four years had already passed since he lost his friend. He encouraged more members of the Indo-American community to get involved in politics. He mentioned that the Ram Family and the Indus Valley Chamber of Commerce host a Picnic every year in his district in Elk Grove, CA which he never misses. Mayor of Pittsburg Nancy Parent spoke about Lahori Ram’s drive to establish the Temple in the city of Pittsburg. She said that by founding the Temple, Lahori Ram did a great service to her City. During the program, a bone marrow drive was held for Gurjeet Brar. Many attendees became bone marrow donors. Gurjeet is a friend of the Ram Family and is in desperate need for a match to save her life. Many prominent Indian leaders also spoke about the life and legacy of late Lahori Ram. Didar Singh Bains from Yuba City spoke about his close relationship with Mr. Ram. Jagdev
and Ajaipaul Ram thanked everyone for helping out in the three day
service and especially thanked the community and elected officials
for their encouragement and support. They appreciated the great
things said about their Father and hope to continue the work their
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 Honorable Jinny Sims Canadian MP from Newton – North Delta (Canada) during the NAPA Rally in Sacramento on September 08, 2012 (Left to right) Preet Singh, Pargat Singh, Jagdev Ram, Jinny Sims, Ajai Paul Ram (Ram Brothers) Gary Grewal (Los Angeles), Kamal Khangura Posted on www.ambedkartimes.com (September 12, 2012) |
Lahori
Ram was one of the first Indo-Americans to become involved in California
politics and he encouraged many others to become a part of the political
process. His motto was "United We Stand and Divided We Fall."
He told all Indians to unite together and realize their political
power. He said that until the Indo-American community gets active
in the political process, they will have no real power in this country.
Taxation without representation is the problem the early settlers
of the United States faced and we as Indians were becoming victims
of this same problem. |
SUNDAY AUGUST 12, 2012 11 am - 5 pm MAIN SPONSOR: Wells Fargo Bank Kevin J Barri | President | Community Foothills Market | Wells Fargo | Phone: 916.985.5364 | Cell: 530.409.7432 |Fax: 916.294.0397 | Sandeep.Dhanda/ Store Manager (Sandeep.Dhanda@wellsfargo.com) RAM FAMILY/ BAY AREA 650 296 7756 AT: ELK GROVE PARK, 9950 Elk Grove-Florin Road, Section C, Elk Grove, CA DIRECTIONS: From Elk Grove Blvd.East-turn right at Elk Grove-Florin Road. NO CHARGE: Hot Cholay Bhturas will be prepared on site (Authentic Indian Cuisine) by Jimmy’s Indian Restaurant (Yuba City) - Phone (530) 821- 0121 - Fax (530) 821- 0122 Program consists of: DJ, Volleyball tournament, sports for all ages, Musical contest. Tug of war and awards for all ages. We have limited time but unlimited fun. IMPORTANT NOTES; IVACC has the privilege to invite you at our picnic with no charge. Come and enjoy your day in the company of your elected representatives. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Jack Ram 650-455-9026, Paul Ram 650 296-4208, Iqbal Badwalz 916 548 2248, Mrs. Manjeet Sibia 916 717 5441, Gary Sidhu 916 214 9336
Lahori
Ram was one of the first Indo-Americans to become involved in California
politics and he encouraged many others to become a part of the political
process. His motto was "United We Stand and Divided We Fall."
He told all Indians to unite together and realize their political
power. He said that until the Indo-American community gets active
in the political process, they will have no real power in this country.
Taxation without representation is the problem the early settlers
of the United States faced and we as Indians were becoming victims
of this same problem. He was nominated by California State Governor Gray Davis to the highly exclusive California Economic Development Commission in 2003. In this position, he helped out many Indian community members and arranged many meetings for the Indian community to meet with many elected officials. He facilitated a dialogue between the Indian community and many distinguished politicians. The Indian community had an opportunity to tell their story and voice their opinion about the issues that directly affected them. Lahori
Ram served as an inspiration and role model to many aspiring politicians.
He opened up many doors for our community. Many politicians have
a special respect for the Indian community due to the great work
of Mr. Lahori Ram. His contributions to the Indian community and
pioneering work in the California political processes justify the
title of "Indian Trailblazer in California Politics" that
is rightfully due to Mr. Lahori Ram
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