Deepak Hazarilal Bhatia

Deepak Hazarilal Bhatia passed away peacefully at 3:33 AM on Wednesday, April 29th, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. Deepak was surrounded by his devoted wife and adoring three children in his final moments.

Deepak was born on January 11th, 1953, in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India, to Hazarilal and Radha Rani Bhatia. Deepak grew up in Indore with his two sisters, Geeta and Sandhya, and his brother, Pankaj. Deepak came to the USA in 1970 to pursue his Bachelor’s and then his Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering at Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville. He went on to have a successful career for 53 years as a Lead Environmental Quality Nuclear Engineer. Deepak helped provide electricity to hundreds of thousands of people across the country. He loved to work so much that he worked until his last month of life, officially retiring from his final job on April 5th, 2026.

In addition to working at nuclear power plants, Deepak “Dave” had a long career as an entrepreneur and business owner, from running Exxon Service and Gas Stations in Dallas, A1 Committed Autocare in Arlington, Texas, and countless other ventures. He was a natural engineer and had a special talent for fixing things. He loved helping people, always treated his customers and employees fairly, who were fiercely loyal to him. Deepak worked constantly, but he never lost focus on his fitness and health. He loved bodybuilding, exercise, and healthy eating. Deepak was an extremely disciplined person.

For those who have had the privilege of meeting our lovely Deepak, you know that he is a truly genuine, kind, and charitable man. He was the most supportive and loving guy to all his children, family, and friends. He was an amazing dancer, dholki player, chef, engineer, and a listening ear. Deepak in Hindi means “Light” or is often referred to as the religious flame we light during prayers as Hindus. Deepak is a symbol of the universal law that Light always triumphs Darkness, that Good will always prevail over Evil. Deepak was a Source of Light everywhere he went; his glowing, fair face and huge smile brought joy to so many. He illuminated the path for others with his Sevadar Soul.

His unmatched teachings and legacy will carry on through his soulmate, wife, and life partner, Kokila, and his children, Chirag, Ankur, Claudia, and Aashna. Deepak will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. We ask that you pray for and honor our Daddy Deepak as he attains moksha. May he be free of suffering and find peace with God for the rest of Infinity.