Dr. Utra H. Nair, age 79, of Henderson, Nevada, passed away peacefully in her home with her loving husband at her side on Wednesday, March, 13 2019. Utra was born January 25, 1940 in Lautoka, Fiji Islands. Utra met the love of her life, Vinodh Narain Nair while in high school. On July 13, 1957, the two exchanged wedding vows in Nadi, Fiji. Together the young couple would embarq on a journey that would span over 62 years.
Shortly after they were married, they immigrated to Sydney, Australia in order to further their education. Together, they attended nursing school where they earned their diplomas in Psychiatric Nursing.
Education was a priority in Utra's life. She worked tirelessly to meet her educational goals, all while working full time and raising a family. Utra, obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in 1980, a Master’s degree in Psychology in 1982, a Master’s degree in Education in 1983, and ultimately her PHD in 1985.
Utra's work experience was as diverse and driven as she was with her educational accomplishments. Her professional career began in nursing from 1960 to 1966, and expanded into working as a psychiatric/cardiology lab technician at Stanford Medical Center from 1967 to 1980. Upon obtaining her Master’s degree, Dr. Utra Nair became a Professor of Psychology in 1981. In 1982, she started a private practice, and also worked for the State of California as a psychiatric technician while pursuing her PHD. From 1982 to 2002, Dr. Nair worked as a psychologist for the State of California.
Utra was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, whom was as devoted to her family as she was to her education and career. Her life was centered around her Catholic faith, and spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In her limited spare time, Utra enjoyed reading novels, gambling, knitting, watching Hindi movies, and interior decorating. In addition, Utra and her husband loved to travel; and together, traveled across the United States and spectacular places around the world.
Dr. Utra H. Nair was a living example for her family, friends, and community to emulate. She demonstrated great passion for everything that she held dear. Her pursuit of education provided her the opportunity to support and help others through her professional career. Despite her busy schedule, Utra always found the time to be the loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to all who were blessed to have her in their lives.
Utra is survived by her husband, Vinodh, of 62 Years; sons: Arvind (Premila) and Laurence (Janet); grandchildren: Anand (Lindsay), Avi (Sarah), Melissa, and Alex; and great grandchildren: Kai, Eden, Gwen, Kira.
A memorial mass for Utra will be held Thursday, March 21, 2019 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at St. Andrews Catholic Church, 1399 San Felipe Drive, Boulder City, NV 89005.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmmortuary.com for the Nair family.
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