Amit Harivadan Talati
July 15, 1969 - May 7, 2013

"I met Amit and Tejal when we were very young, in Mauritius. I was five and he was eight. Amit was a great friend and a lot of fun to be around with. My condolences to his family. "

"Amit, or Tull as some of us liked to call him, always made me smile - with his deep-belly laughter, his warmth, his idiosyncrasies. I will remember him affectionately for his courage, his tenacity, his humanity. May God give his family the strength to carry on through these next few months - He took him from us too soon. "

"Amit was a gentle, passionate human being who loved life. My earliest memories of him when I met him in the IIT hostel was of him listening to music in the common area late at nights. He would spend a lot of time introspecting in this moment of solace and personal solitude. His repeated favorite song then was - "Tujhse Naraaz Nahin Zindagi" (Masoom) which I too enjoyed immensely. He was a thinker, a spiritual person, an ideologue and a philosopher to me in some regards. I always thought that he would be treading a different path in life than many of us. Somehow, he seems to have done that in his death... It is hard to still believe that he is not amongst us anymore. In parting yet another song comes to my mind - "Zindagi Ke Safar Mein" (Aap Ki Kasam) and a stanza sticks to my heart - Phool khilte hain, log milte hain Phool khilte hain, log milte hain magar Patjhad main jo phool, murjha jate hain Woh baharon ke aane se khilte nahin Kuchh log ek roz jo bichad jate hain Woh hazaron ke aane se milte nahin Umr bhar chahe koi pukara kare unka naam Woh phir nahin aate, Woh phir nahin aate RIP amongst the stars.. and all the strength to Arjun and Aarohi to carry your legacy here in your absence. "

"Amit was a great friend, full of energy and ideas. He was very creative and philosophical. I have so many memories from college times that won't be possible to put everything here. It is difficult to imagine that he is no longer with us but will always be there in our memories and prayers. May God give strength to the family to move through this difficult phase in their life. We will miss you Amit!"

"It is shocking to know Amit is no longer with us. He was a person who would take time out to keep in touch with friends . I feel really glad to have had him as my friend . Our deepest condolences to his family, may his soul rest in peace. May god give you strength to bear this loss."

"I still remember the day I met him, he was new entrant to school and we were to share same bench in class. He was so cool and ever smiling and intelligent. My deepest condolences,may his soul rest in peace. We Pray to God for providing strength to his family."

"I find it hard to believe that Amit is not with us anymore. I remember the high school days we spent together in Vidyanagar and his ever smiling personality. Our sincere condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace."

"Amit was a true embodiment of a gentleman and a friend who always sported a big smile and a genuine desire to mentor and encourage those who'd seek. We have lost a friend, and I am grateful to have known you. Deepest condolences. May the Almighty give you the strength to bear this loss."

"Fellow Toastmaster and Friend We first met Amit when he joined Achievers Toastmasters Club a few years ago. He went up through the ranks with amazing speeches that are still remembered today. Amit was a man to be admired not only for his wonderful speaking skills but also for his humility, humanity and his patience. He was an amazing man and Toastmaster and a friend to my son and myself. You will be greatly missed by all."

"Amit, thank you for all the things that you've done for us. Words cannot describe the profound impacts you've had on my life, and the lives of many others. Your teachings will continue to shape my life, and I am so grateful to have known you. With great sadness, the world has lost a leader and more importantly, a true friend. Om shanti shanti shanti..."

"Association of Performing Arts of India lost a great art lover and appreciator! Every time he met me,he will say,aunty,you are doing a great job in promoting and preserving our classical music! I pray to almighty to give strength to Rupal to bear the loss and may your soul rest in peace. "

"Inspirations come in many forms. Amit lived his life as one. He continues to inspire through his many legacies, first and foremost through his adorable children. He touched many youngsters' lives through his volunteer, social and spiritual work. He inspired many others with Toastmasters. Dear friend, you are missed dearly. Our hearts share your sorrow Rupal, Aarohi & Arjun. "

"I met Amit when I was serving as Club Voice's Area Governor and immediately recognized him as a true caring leader and also a gentleman.. I heard that we are Spiritual Beings having a Human Experience and Amit sure had an extraordinary experience serving among us Toastmasters, having fun and making friends. May our Dear Friend Distinguished Toastmaster Amit Talati rest in the peace of the Lord! "

"It was once said at a service, "when you leave the world, you should have given back more than you took." This was definitely Amit, he has done seva in the entire community, Indian and non-Indian. While he was the Area Governor at Tostmasters, he insisted I compete for an area competition and I was going to be the most amateur speaker. He convinced me and when I did...won the first prize. Was it not for his motivation and faith in me I was have never conquered that fear. He has given so much....he is definitely going to a a better place.He always greets you with a big, genuine smile.Thinking of you Rupal, the children and mum. "

"Dear Family and Friends of Amit Talati, Although I did not personally meet Amit Talati, I can tell how well he was respected and cared about by other Toastmasters members I know whom he participated with in the Toastmasters program. I hope for your peace and comfort. I will be out of town during the funeral. My thoughts will be with you. Blessings, Ruth Field Beck Toastmasters Area 30 Governor 561-294-5436 rbeck@toastmastersd47.org"

"As President of Toastmasters Club Voice in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and as friend, I embrace you and grieve with you for this great loss. Amit was exemplary in his conduct and performance and inspired many. We will miss this truely Distinguished Toastmaster. Know that we loved and admired him, and love you because of him. May he live in Paradise forevermore........Peace."

"Dear Talati Family, On behalf of Toastmasters Club Voice, I would like to express our gratitude for the contributions Amit made to our club and our community. No words to express how much we appreciate this great man, with wonderful character and dignity. He will always be missed! May God grant comfort to your hearts and peace, in this moment of sorrow. "

"Dear Talati Family, Our prayers and condolences go to you during this turbulent time. Amit was very loved and will not be forgotten. I appreciate all the lessons and guidance he provided while we were serving together as Toastmasters Area Governors. He touched the lives of many and leaves a legacy of committed leadership and love. May you find peace in the comfort of all of us who will always keep his memory alive."