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Honoring the Life of Jash Patel

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In the Otonabee River, Peterborough County of Central Ontario, tragedy struck unexpectedly for 23 years old, Jashkumar Patel, an international student at Fleming College. On July 1st Monday, Canada Day when everyone was celebrating, Jash went to work at Walmart and a post shift, he decided to join celebration with his friends at Otonabee River. After his friends in water, he also decided to enter the water from the shore of little lake and panicked because of the high water current and started drowning. One of his friend attempted to help him but was unsuccessful. His body was recovered from the River on Tuesday post noon.

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Jash leaving behind a shattered community of friends and a devastated family across the seas. His infectious smile and unwavering determination to succeed in his studies and contribute to his community will forever be cherished by those who knew him.

Now, as his loved ones navigate this unimaginable loss, they face the daunting task of arranging for Jash's final journey home. This GoFundMe campaign aims to provide financial relief to Jash's family, easing the burden of financial expense and allowing them to honor his memory in the most dignified way possible.

Your generous contribution will not only support Jash's family during this difficult time but also celebrate the life of a remarkable young, hardworking, promising man whose light was extinguished far too soon.



Donations 

  • Anonymous
    • $111
    • 2 mos
  • Anonymous
    • $20
    • 2 mos
  • Anonymous
    • $60
    • 2 mos
  • Nelsan Patel
    • $50
    • 2 mos
  • Anonymous
    • $51
    • 2 mos

Organizer

Jay Patel
Organizer
Peterborough, ON

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