Mala Shashikant Kavde

March 16, 1942 - January 27, 2026

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Mala Shashikant Kavde

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mala S. Kavde on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

Born in Nagpur, India on March 16, 1942 to Sri Ganpatrao Vyankatrao Naik and Satyabhama Naik, she spent her childhood surrounded by a large, loving extended family that she maintained close connections to over her lifetime. After completing college, she married Shashikant Kavde on May 24, 1964 and had 61 wonderful years together with a life rooted in respect, laughter and love . She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother known for her warmth, kindness, compassion and wisdom.

She served as an anchor for a large extended family spread out over many countries, always ready to provide a compassionate ear to all. She lived in many places and made friends with ease. Throughout life, she had the opportunity to travel extensively around the world and had visited all 50 states in the US. She found happniess in simple pleasures - knitting with care, cooking with love and staying engaged in all world events, and above all spending meaningful time with family and friends.

Mala is survived by her devoted husband, Shashikant; loving son Uday and daughter-in-law Pratima; adoring grandchildren Karishma, Arjun and Dylan.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Hindu Society of North Carolina

Om Shanti

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  • January 30, 2026

    Though we had been thousands of miles apart, Tai Atya was very close to our hearts; just a phone call away. You will always be missed Tai Atya. RIP 🙏

  • January 29, 2026

    Dearest Mami, we will miss you more than the words can express. We always looked forward to visiting you in Charlottesville and Raleigh, knowing we would be greeted by your radiant smile and unwavering positivity. We hold memory of every visit as a treasure we carry in our hearts, forever and always. Rajashri and Abhijit Jadhav

  • January 29, 2026

    "A Beautiful Life, Well-Lived" Dear Mala, though you are no longer with us, your memory will forever live in our hearts. Our friendship goes back 44 years. We will always remember the laughter and the warmth you brought into our lives. As time passed by, life took us in different directions but our friendship remained strong. We are forever grateful for the times we shared and the memories we created. You showed strength, grace, and courage through your battle, and you will always be remembered with love. Rest in peace, dear friend.

  • January 29, 2026

    From a respected, traditional, large and loving family at 'Naik Wada' in Nagpur to an entirely different life in the USA; you were the lady in our family who led the path successfully adapting yourself to life in America. All credits to you that my 'aai' (mother) has always been treated as a daughter & got her 'Maher' (maiden family) with Naik family and my Pappa was always respectfully welcomed as their son-in-law. Everytime you were back with us in India we met the calm, friendly homely lady one amongst the 4 daughters-in-law of Kavde family wearing saree like all other Indian ladies. Although each one of you came from different families & financial backgrounds what we children could see was that our mothers were together working as a team, laughing & having fun time. When I first went to Germany, I often thought how you must have done it – the entire transition from where you came - to where you were now. Back in your days very few had walked that path. I respect and admire you for that! Love you Malakaki. Om Shanti 🕉️🙏

  • January 29, 2026

    Always smiling and a calm person. Love you Mala Kaki. May you live in peace. Sona

  • January 29, 2026

    want to offer you my deepest condolences for your loss and also tell you that God has promised to end death and resurrect those who lost their lives in the near future. ACTS 24:15 "AND I HAVE HOPE TOWARD GOD, WHICH HOPE THESE MEN ALSO LOOK FORWARD TO, THAT THERE IS GOING TO BE A RESURRECTION OF BOTH THE RIGHTEOUS AND THE UNRIGHTEOUS."

  • January 28, 2026

    My heartfelt condolences to you and your family May you find strength and peace during this difficult time. 💔"

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    January 28, 2026

    We miss you Mala Aaji 🙏💐

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    January 28, 2026

    Rest peacefully, dear Mala kaki your love will always surround us. You will be always remembered with love.

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