I was thrown with full force, along with my children, into organising mum’s funeral. My brother, sister and I remained in shock throughout this period. Almost in zombie mode (which I suspect all people are in after the death of someone close), I rang whoever…
Mrs Kirpal Kaur Ruprah (1926–2016), wife of the late Mr Harbans Singh Ruprah By Jeeti with Inder and Parvin by her side, read in Punjabi Mum, you have left us but you will forever be in our hearts. We hope that you all today, and…
By Parvin Oet (eldest daughter of Mr & Mrs Ruprah) What would girls do with an education? They had to get married have children and look after the house, these skills did not require reading and writing. Girls knew what their role was and teaching…
A short speech made by Neel (grandson) at Mrs Ruprah’s funeral Good afternoon to everyone. On behalf of my grandmother, I’d like to thank you all for being here today. Many of us only see each other at weddings and funerals and little in between.…
After mums death, October 2016, everything is different. It is even more important to understand our roots and where we are from. I don’t mean we need to drive around holding an Indian flag… but just understand and appreciate mum and dads journey which was…