Kankesu Jayanthakumaran

Kankesu Jayanthakumaran

of Woonona

Passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on Thursday 6th April 2023.  Beloved husband of Sri Ranjani.  Dearly loved father of Muhunthan.  Kankesu’s kind heart will be sadly missed by his loving family and many dear friends.

Forever in our hearts

 Relatives and friends are invited to attend Kankesu’s funeral service to be held at H Parsons Funeral Home, 34 Belmore Street, Wollongong on Wednesday 12th of April 2023 at 10am-12pm. 

 For those who are unable to attend you are invited to view his service via the link below

https://streaming.naoca.com.au/e/acadda40-d55e-4dd2-8368-d78b86c5da53

Funeral Details

Date & Time

10:00 am, Wed 12 April 2023

Venue

H Parsons Funeral Home, 34 Belmore St, Wollongong, New South Wales 2500, AU
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  1. Our deepest condolences May his soul Rest In Peace 🙏🏽

  2. This is a very shocking news to me. Please accept our heartfelt condolences . May his soul Rest In Peace.
    – Jeyaraman & Family

  3. My deepest condolences for your family may his soul Rest in peace .
    ஆழ்ந்த அனுதாபங்கள் அன்னாரின் ஆத்மா சாந்தியடைய இறைவனைப் பிராத்திக்கிறோம்.

  4. Dear Ranji, our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May his soul rest in peace . Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  5. Dear Ranji Acca & Muhunthan, We are deeply saddened to hear about Jeyanthan Anna’s demise. Please accept our sincere condolences. May the god gives you strength to get through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers: May his beautiful soul Rest in Peace

  6. One of my most memorable lecturers and a great mentor. May his soul rest in peace.

  7. Dear Ranji & Mukunthan
    Thinking of your husband/ father and how much you loved him.. There is nothing to say for a loss great. Our heartfelt condolences at this sad time.

    Nanthan, Bubby, Kosalai and Girija

  8. Dear Ranji, Muhunthan and the family, we are so greatly saddened by the sudden and untimely passing away of our dear friend Jayantha. We share in your grief and send our heartfelt condolences. We wish you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. May his soul rest in peace.

    Ashok, Luxmi, Radhika and Kavir

  9. Dear Sri Ranjani/Mukunthan,
    It was a shocking news and hard to believe such a fit person is gone. We knew your family since you moved to Wollongong from Melbourne in 1999. We knew him as a quiet person but intelligent when he starts talking. He has been the first friend of Mukunthan. You both would miss him a lot.

    We pray God to give peace for his soul and to give you strength to accept the truth and look forward. As friends, you can count on us at times of need.

  10. Sad to hear the untimely death of Dr Jeyathakimar
    We had long chat with them during our visit to Sydney/Australia and shared our memories at Peradeniya University
    Pamathi @ Sivakumaran

  11. Dear Ranjini Acca ,Muhunthan , Mami and all Family Members. Very shocking and saddening News. Our deepest condolences for your family may his soul Rest in peace . We missed you Anna. 😢.
    ஜெயந்தன் அண்ணாவின் இழப்பை எதிர்பார்க்கவில்லை. எமது ஆழ்ந்த அனுதாபங்கள். அன்னாரின் ஆத்மா சாந்தியடைய இறைவனைப் பிராத்திக்கிறோம்.

    Senthi & Vigi Family 🇨🇦

  12. Dear Ekka , please accept our condolences on your irreparable loss. Our thoughts are with you , your son and the family. May his soul rest in eternal peace

    Prithiva and Family

  13. Dear Ranji & muhunthan our deepest condolences to you both and family all our prayers and thoughts with you all Rest In Peace Jeyanthan Anna 🙏🏼 Anton& Jamuna & kids

  14. Dear Ranji, we extend our deepest condolences to you and your family and pray that god will comfort you during this difficult time. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace

  15. Ekka, please accept our Deepest sympathies!!
    May He Rest in Peace !!
    Our Thoughts & Prayers are with you & Muhunthan .
    Yoganathans

  16. This has come as a huge shock to us. May God give you, Ranji and Muhunthan the strength to get through this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the extended family.

    Raji and Prakash.

  17. Deepest condolences, Sri Ranjani. Very shocking news.
    May his soul attain Moksha. Om Shanthi🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  18. Dear ranji and muhundhan
    I’m shocked beyond words to express my feelings at this grief which has struck your family.our deepest condolences to you and muhundhan.may God give you two the strength to withstand this irreplaceable loss.may his soul rest in peace🙏🙏🙏

  19. Heartfelt condolences Ranji. May his soul rest in peace. May God be with you and your family through this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  20. Very sad and shocking to hear the loss. Our deepest sympathies to the family. May his soul rest in peace.

  21. We are deeply and sincerely sorry for the loss of dearest Anna. Our prayers are with you and your family. RIP🙏

    ஆழ்ந்த அனுதாபங்கள் அண்ணாவின் ஆத்மா சாந்தியடைய இறைவனைப் பிராத்திக்கிறோம்.

  22. ஜெயந்தன் அண்ணாவின் இழப்பு மிகவும் பேரதிர்ச்சியக உள்ளது.ஆழ்ந்த அனுதாபங்கள், அன்னாரின் ஆத்மா சாந்தியடைய இறைவனைப் பிராத்திக்கிறோம்.🙏🙏🙏

  23. ஆழ்ந்த இரங்கல்கள் .
    Rest in peace.

  24. My deepest sympathy the loss of your beloved husband/father. RIP Jeyanthan

  25. To my dearest Ranji & Muhunthan,

    Please accept our deepest heartfelt condolences. We are devastated by the news. Praying god to give you strength during this difficult time. May his loving kind gentle soul rest in peace.

    Navaratnam Chitapa, Chinamma, Sakthy family.

  26. To my dearest Ranji & Muhunthan,

    Please accept our deepest heartfelt condolences. We are devastated by the news. Praying god to give you strength during this difficult time. May his loving kind gentle soul rest in peace.

    Navaratnam Chitapa, Chinamma, Sakthy family

  27. Our deepest sympathy for your loss,rest in peace jayanthan Anna

  28. Our dear Itchy and Muhunthan,

    We are in shock and there are no words to console you two. May the almighty God comfort you all during this time of sorrow.

    I have very pleasant memories of Jeyantha when we both were developing a project in Ghana. May his soul rest in peace.

    We will be in touch with you all.

    Naresh and Kayalvili

  29. Shocked with this Sad news to our family and friends!,

    Those days he was my Dad’s favourite student at Manipay Hindu College also he Done very well in University’s in Srilanka,UK and Wollongong Australia 🇦🇺 too,

    Very soft Harted,Very humble and simple,When he speaks, Such a nice person,real gentleman as we have seen at Sydney,

    Our humble Hart felt condolences and Deeper sympathies to his family,
    May his soul Rest in peace ,

  30. Dr Kankesu was a much loved and respected colleague and teacher at UOW, always courteous and kind. He will be greatly missed.

  31. I am shocked that I won’t see your ever-smiling face again in our building 40 corridors. I wish I got to know you better!

    My deepest sympathies Ranji and Muhunthan.

    RIP, Kankesu.

  32. Frank Neri and I were colleagues of Kankesu for many years. We will miss his smiling face and gentle nature. Kankesu was always willing to help others and was so considerate of our students. We are so saddened by his sudden passing. Gone to early he still had so much to share with us all.
    He will be greatly missed.
    Our deepest sympathies to his family.

  33. Kankesu was a collegue and a loving friend of my late husband Nelson Perera.
    He was a kind beautiful person wit a big smile.
    My thoughts and prayers are with Ranji and his son.
    My heart felt condolences to Ranji and the son.
    May his soul rest in peace🙏

  34. Ranji Aunty and Muhunthan, our deepest and heartfelt condolences to you at this saddest of times as you mourn the loss of your loving husband and father. We were shocked to hear the news. You have been a wonderful support for us and we pray that God will give you the strength to get through this tough time. May God bless Jeyanthan Uncle and may his soul rest in peace.

  35. Please accept our heartfelt condllo lences.

  36. We are deeply saddened by Anna’s demise. What a lovely person, who will be missed. Our Deepest sympathies to you and Your Family.

  37. Dear Ranji and Muhunthan
    Absolutely shocking! There are no words that can console you at this time of unbearable grief.
    We can never reconcile with the fact that our dearest friend Jeyenthakumar is suddenly no more with us.
    While you have lost the most important person in your life, we have lost a friend, a gentleman, a humble soul and an intellectual.

    May his soul rest in peace!
    May God give all the strength you need to deal with this eternal grief.

    Sooriyakumar and Shaaratha and Family.

  38. Kankesu is a kind and humble colleague with great human qualities. He will be greatly missed.
    Our deepest sympathies to Sanji and Muhunthan.
    May his soul rest in peace.

  39. Kankesu was a very helpful colleague of mine with a wealth of knowledge.
    He was hardworking and kind but what I will remember most about him was that he was always happy with an ever-gentle smile.

    Om Shanti Om

  40. Dearest Ranji and Muhunthan, With a heavy heart, We send our sincere condolences to you and your family. May happy memories of Jayanthan Anna bring you comfort at this sad time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. From. Rohini Ranjan

  41. Dearest Ranjini and Muhunthan, Thinking of You and wishing you strength and comfort. May our Jayanthan Anna’s pure soul rest in peace. Love Bhavani (cousin)

  42. I had a chance working with Dr. Jayanthakumaran last year. He was a kind, thorough and dedicated person. He will be greatly missed.
    My condolences to you and your family.

  43. Kankesu was such a kind and warm presence on campus.
    He was a lovely colleague.
    Prayers for your family’s loss, Kankesu.

  44. Dear Ranji and Muhunthan,

    We are so very sad to hear of the sudden passing of Jay. He was a kind a humble man, always smiling when I saw him at work (and in the neighborhood). Sending our deepest condolences to you all.
    Mercedez, David, Henry and Kate.

  45. Kankesu was a gentle kind and genuine human being. One of the first academics who showed me kindness and patience. Hs smile and quiet disposition will be missed. My condolences to the family

  46. Kankesu was a colleague for 14 years at UOW. Such a quiet gentle soul who was well liked. I remember him laughing when I told him that his surname was the first I learned to spell when I started in the School of Economics. With a gentle smile, he told me to call him Jay as it was easier to say. My deepest condolences to Kankesu’s family and friends.

  47. Dear Ranjini Chiththi and Muhunthan ,

    We are very saddened to hear about the unexpected loss of Jayanthan Chiththappa. He was such a great person; smart, kind and had immense patience. He will live on in our hearts forever. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences.

    Thulaksi & Mayunthan

  48. காலனின் கட்டளையில் அமைதியாய்
    போனதொரு சிரித்த முகம்
    கடல் கடந்து கண்ணீர் விடுகின்றோம் பிரேமினியே!

    உன் கண்ணீர் துடைக்க
    நாமில்லையே
    இங்கு செய்வதறியாது
    தடுமாறி நிற்கிறோம் வாழ்க்கை
    சக்கரத்தில் உயிர் உதிர்வு
    நிச்சயமானது என்றெண்ணி
    பிரிந்துவிட்ட உங்கள் சகோதரனின்
    ஆத்மா இறையின் பாதங்களில்
    சாந்திபெற பிராத்திக்கின்றோம்.
    ஓம் சாந்தி!! சாந்தி! சாந்தி!

    பரமானந்தம்
    J/CHC -NCGE 75/76 VIBER FAMILY

  49. To our dearest Ranji and Muhunthan. We are so greatly saddened by the sudden and untimely passing away. Jeyanthakumar one of my most memorable best friends From 1976.I have very pleasant memories of Jeyantha when we both were staying in university of peredenya .our humble heartfelt condolence and deepen sympathy to his family. May his soul rest in peace. Sithamparappillai & family ..

  50. Kankesu was a colleague at UOW. He was such a kind and gentle person; I am grateful I got to know him as a colleague and friend. I am so saddened to hear of Kankesu’s passing. My deepest condolences to his family.

  51. Kankesu is such a respectful and helpful colleague. The news of his passing is so sudden that I am saddened by it. He is dearly missed by many who have been touched by this kind man. May he rest in peace and the comfort and peace of God be with his family at this difficult time.

  52. Dear Ranji, it was a sad and shocking news about your husband’s death. May God give you courage and strength in this difficult time. Our heart felt condolences to you and the family. May his soul rest in peace. Praba( Subo ‘s sister), Ram, Parathan and Nakulan.

  53. I am so saddened by this news. I worked closely with Kankesu during my tenure at UOW. He was remarkably good-humoured, collegial, and equanimous. My deepest condolences to his family.

  54. I was heart-broken to hear such sad and shocking news. I was very fortunately to be trained by Kankesu during my Masters and PhD studies at UOW. I am deeply grateful for being Kankesu’s student. I have learnt so much from him intellectually, but most of all, his kindness. During my 6 years at UOW, Kankesu ‘looked after’ me very well.

    RIP, Kankesu, my kindest research supervisor! My thoughts are with your family. You will be missed!!!

  55. With deepest condolences to the
    Kankesu Jayanthakumaran family.

  56. Kankesu had been a kind and helpful colleague. Anytime I needed help at work, he was willing to lend a hand. He will always be missed. May he rest in peace!

  57. No word can express my shock and sadness but my tears and prayers for you in heaven, my most respectable mentor and friend. Never thought it could have become the forever last time to see you in person when I left Wollongong and UoW 5 years ago. Under your gentle and quiet character, you are so generous and kind for others. I still remember how you and your family organised a big Christmas party for many international students including me in your lovely home in Bulli, and it was also the first time we met your beautiful wife and son. You were so helpful for my PhD whenever I had a doubt and hesitation, but never wanted to be mentioned formally in my acknowledgement… So many good memories about you and your unconditional support.

    Dear Ranji and Muhunthan,
    My deepest condolence for your big loss! Jay was and is such a respectable man, naturally and intellectually. He and his kindness will NEVER be forgotten. May his soul rest in peace.

  58. Mrs. Ehambaranathan
    Sugi San
    Sorry to hear the news, our deepest condolences to you and your family, may his soul Rest In Peace!

  59. Kankesu was a wonderful person. No grief is greater than the sudden departure of such a kind man as him. May his soul rest in peace.

  60. With great sorrow, I received the news of the untimely passing of my esteemed academic colleague, Kankesu. He was a remarkable individual, possessing a rare combination of intelligence, kindness, and courteousness. During his time at UOW, Kankesu left an indelible mark on his discipline – Economics – through his invaluable contributions. However, what truly stood out for me was his genuine respect for all individuals, regardless of their status, race, or gender. Kankesu was a humble and down-to-earth individual, always delivering his services to the university community with utmost sincerity and grace. I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to work alongside Kankesu and to have known him as a friend. He was one of the nicest people I have ever encountered, and his loss will undoubtedly be felt by many.

    Menik and I share your grief and offer our deepest sympathies to Ranji and Muhunthan during this difficult time. I extend my sincere condolences to all who had the privilege of knowing him. May his soul rest in peace, and may his memory be a source of comfort and inspiration to all touched by his kind and generous spirit!

  61. So shocked. My herat felt sympathies to your family. God give him peace.
    My name is jeyakanthan and I was his student at university of peradeniya.
    He was one of my favorite. Smart. Intelligent, kind hearted
    and genuine.
    I will miss him.
    Jeyakanthan
    6472078984/Canada.

  62. Please accept our sincere condolences, அவருடைய ஆத்மா சிவன்பாதமடைய பிரார்த்தனைகள்

  63. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
    Margaret and Ross

  64. Mrs sriranjani
    My condolences to you and your son
    Dr S.Thivakaran
    Kandarmadam 0094773150497

  65. I am saddened to hear of the sudden passing of our colleague, Kankesu. He was a very kind and genuine person who always had a smile on his face and was happy to help. Kankesu’s gentle nature and calm manner made him a beloved member of our discipline, and he will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace, Kankesu.

  66. We send our heart felt condolences and sending all our love and wishes during this time to your family.
    Kumutha, Sapaetharan and Vithullan

  67. I was saddened by the passing of my beloved Jayanthan Mama. My heart goes out to my family. He was such a great man with a kind heart, known for his compassion, good nature and intelligence. I will miss him greatly, he was such a gentle and genuine person. My deepest condolences to Ranjini Aunty and Muhunthan.

    Rest in peace Jayanthan Mama 🙏

    Shaily

  68. Our deepest condolences Ranjini and Muhunthun. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  69. Our deepest condolences for you and your family.

  70. Our deepest condolences for you and your family.

  71. Dearest Ranji
    So sorry to hear the sade news of your beloved husband. Pls accept our deepest sympathies, love, thoughts and prayers
    May his soul rest in peace
    May God grant you all his peace and strength during this difficult time.

    Shiranee Rexley
    From Melbourne

  72. We are deep shock and saddened to hear the sudden demise of our friend. I have seen him last five years ago when he made a brief visit to Toronto. This was the fist time I saw him after I left Peradeniya. He was still the same person – an authentic, genuine, calm person with his signature smile. My heartfelt condolences to his family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace,

  73. Our thoughts are with you both at this time ,We can’t imagine the pain and grief at the loss of a husband and dad that you are going through .All of our best wishes to you both for now and your family life ahead.

  74. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Although I did not have a chance to work with him in person, his gentle and friendly smiles whenever we saw each other on the corridor always made me feel good. My heart hurts to think of the vast sadness that his family must feel now. With all my heart, I wish his family inner strength and peace to overcome this extremely difficult time! May you rest in peace and may your memory stay forever in the mind and heart of your family!

  75. My deepest condolences to the family and friends. Sending you prayers and strength to get through this very difficult time. Kankesu was a beautiful and gentle soul who always had time for everyone. May he rest in peace.

  76. Kankesu was a wonderful colleague! He was my office neighbor on Level 2, Faculty of Business and Law, University of Wollongong. I remember once mentioning to Kankesu during a corridor chat that I have a terrible headache, and then I returned to my office.
    After some time Kankesu knocked on my office door and gave me some Panadol which he got from IGA. It was so lovely of him! He has always been so nice and lovely in all the interactions I have had with him.

    Passing on my thoughts, prayers and condolences to his lovely family and friends at this difficult time.

  77. My deepest condolences to the family for this tragic loss. Kankesu was my colleague and office-neighbour at UOW for many years. He was an incredibly kind and gentle man. A man of few words, Kankesu spoke with pride about his son’s achievements. May he rest in peace.

  78. My prayers to Lord Shiva to have Jayanthakumar’s soul with him. He is one of my best friend in the campus, I always remember his sweet smile, We were together in many occasions , You left the world dear friend, but the memories remain with us.
    your soul will be with Lord Shiva because of your good heart.

    All of your friends will be missing you dear

  79. Ranji and Muhunthan ,
    We were so sad to hear of your loss all the worse for being so sudden. Our thoughts and love are with you always
    Elizabeth Neil Christopher and Deirdre

  80. Dear Muhunthan, my deepest condolences to you and your mother. Wishing both of you strength in the days and months to come. Look back in loving memory. May his soul rest in peace.
    Menno

  81. Kankesu was a wonderful work colleague. Always smiling. A kind and compassionate man. He will be greatly missed. My heart felt condolences to Kankesu’s family and friends.

  82. Very sad to hear his passing, Deepest Condolences, RIP

  83. Dear Ranji mami and Muhunthan, I am so incredibly sad to hear of Uncle’s passing. He was caring, thoughtful, intelligent and, above all, always kind. Sending you my love, and I will come find you both soon. You have always been an extension of our family, and losing Jaya uncle is heartbreaking. May he rest in peace.

  84. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.

  85. “Please accept my sincere condolences.”

  86. Our dear Ranji, Muhunthan and family,
    Sharing your sorrows and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief and sadness. May Jayanthan rest in peace. God bless you all and give strength and courage.

    Baski,Mahendra Acca, Arijuna and Anusha ❤️🙏🏼

  87. Kankesu will be missed in the School. He will be remembered as a kind and compassionate colleague. Sincere condolences to his Family at this difficult time.

  88. Very saddened to hear of Kankesu’s passing. He was such a kind quiet soul having known him in the Faculty for many years and working with him on Committees. I will always remember our chats and saying hello in the car park. Condolences to his close family, RIP Kankesu

  89. So sorry to hear this news. Kankesu always had time for me when I was his honours student and I learnt a lot from him. My many condolences to his family and sending much love.

  90. Very sad to hear Kankesu has passed. A lovely kind and gentle man who enjoyed his research and teaching. RIP Kankesu. Condolences to his family.

  91. Dear SriRanjani & family,
    Please accept our deepest condolences.
    May almighty God will grant you and your entire family members to bear this pain and guide through this difficult time.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    May his Soul Rest in peace.

  92. Very sad to hear Kankesu has passed away. I remember again when he came to Indonesia for doing research with me in 2016 and I have also a chance to visit him a year later in Wollongong. RIP Dr. Kankesu Jayanthakumaran. Condolences to his family.

  93. Very sad to hear that Kankesu has passed away. My deepest condolences to the family and friends. I remember him as one of the kindest and most sincere person at UOW. I had the pleasure of working and travelling with him on several occasions. He was always calm and compassionate. I have always seen him smiling even in many stressful situations. He was genuinely caring and put everybody first before himself. I am sure his selfless attitude inspired many of us at UOW and beyond. I am fortunate to have known him as a friend and his loss will be felt by many in the academic and social community.
    My sincere condolences to Ranji and Muhunthan at this difficult time.

    Rest in Peace! Om Shanti !

  94. Dr.Jeyanthakumaran’s loss is irreplaceable.
    We have lost a nice gentleman, who is intelligent and knowledgeable and above all an excellent family man.

    Extremely sorry for we couldn’t attend the funeral.
    Our heartfelt condolences for Ranjini and Mugunthan.
    Nada Sitha & Jeewa Sitha

  95. My sincere condolences and i am in shock to hear the news, Kankesu was a colleague i worked with for a number of years and his kindness was felt with his every smile. He was a pleasure to work with and i will miss passing him in the corridor always smiling and willing to stop and say hello. Rest in peace Kankesu.

  96. I have only just become aware of Kankesu’s death, and would like to add my sincere condolences to all the others expressed here. I think of Kankesu as a kind, courteous, gentle and unassuming person, who looked out for people. I am grateful to have known him.

  97. I heard the sad news only two days ago. I am so sorry to hear. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.

    🙏

  98. Sincere cindolences. Rest in peace.

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