“CNS Executives Console Mr Kiran Gurung “Thulo Kancha” Following Parental Loss”

The CNS Executives visited Mr Kiran Gurung “Thulo Kancha” on Saturday, 3rd Aug, at his residence on Bourn Road to offer their condolences and moral support following the loss of his parents. Kiran's mother passed away in January, and his father followed in April, leaving a profound void within a brief span of three months.

Despite their grief, the Gurung family takes solace in the remarkable longevity of Mr Gurung's parents—his mother lived to the age of 96, and his father nearly reached 100, passing away at 99.8 years. Their lives were a testament to resilience and vitality, which the Gurung family profoundly cherishes.

The visit was organized by Sagar Shrestha, Area Representative of New Town, and attended by a host of CNS Executives, the Vice Chair and including Treasurer, Ladies Coordinator and Area Representative for New Town. Due to prior engagement the Chair missed the visit.

During the visit, the Vice Chair echoed a sentiment shared by many during the visit, expressing a collective wish for such a long and fulfilling life. He gave his experience of loosing of his Mother and father-in-law recently, remarked, "We, like our parents, are immortal in spirit, but we must accept the inevitable cycle of life and death." 

The Vice Chair and Lady's Coordinator then presented Mr and Mrs Kiran Gurung with a traditional Rupa intended to bring back some of the souls believed to have departed with their parents. The Treasurer and Area Representative offered a bottle of whisky, some fruits and juices, and a sympathy card alongside this meaningful gesture. Mrs Gurung was bit emotional during the presence of Rupa and speech. These tokens of sympathy were accompanied by heartfelt conversations and shared memories, comforting the grieving family.

Mr Gurung gave few past memory speech of his parents and very much appreciated of CNS’s continue moral support and their presence to his family, Mrs.Gurung extended warm hospitality, serving refreshments to the visitors.

The visit underscored the enduring bonds within the CNS community, offering strength and solace to the Gurung family during their time of mourning. The CNS presence symbolised the strong sense of community and solidarity within the CNS.

Rajendra Sherchan MBE

Vice Chair/Trustee

CNS