Vijayarao Edla was 81 years old when he went to the Lord on May 6, 2024. He was born in Variguntham, India in 1942. He moved to the US and lived in the Bronx for many years, before becoming a long time resident of Congers, NY.
He is survived by his loving wife Jayamrutha, two beloved children Manjula and Jason and adoring granddaughters Anina and Abigail. His family includes his parents late Samuel and Rachel Edla, late brother Christopher, sister Gnana Puspha and brother Emmanuel Edla and their families.
Vijayarao was a RN for most of his adult life. He then became Emergency Room Manager until he retired from St. Barnabas Hospital. He completed his Masters in Theology. He helped and motivated many people through his life journey and continued his passion of ministry by dedicating his time to the Congers Presbyterian Church, CSI church (TCCNY) and surrounding communities.
Vijayarao enjoyed walking/jogging around Rockland Lake, reading, gardening, doing word searches and taking long drives whenever possible. His favorite team was the NY Knicks. He loved his family, especially his granddaughters whom he loved and adored.
Vijayarao was an early riser, who prized hard work. He was known to be not just punctual but early to every event. He lived by “On time is late. Early is punctual”
Family will receive friends at the Wake/Viewing on Monday May 13th, 2024 from 4-8pm and Funeral Service on Tuesday May 14th, 2024 from 10am-12pm at Michael J. Higgins Funeral Home in Congers, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to:
St. Barnabas Hospital (Bronx) https://www.sbhny.org/donation/
Meals on Wheels (West Nyack) https://mowrockland.org/donate/
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