Sebastian Erattyanickal Kurian

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sebastian Erattyanickal Kurian of Shoreline, Washington, USA — beloved husband of Michelle S. Kurian (née Nathan); devoted father of Tristan Kurian; loving son of Kurian Mathew and Saly Kurian; dear brother of Lisa Thanjan; brother-in-law of Andy Thanjan; and cherished son-in-law of Robert and Rita Nathan. He is also survived by his niece, nephews, and many other relatives and friends.

Sebastian was guided by an adventurous spirit and a deep love for exploring the world with his family. He was especially moved by the majesty of the mountains. Yet, above all his travels and passions, his greatest joy was his beloved son, Tristan.

Sebastian spent his career as an attorney, eventually transitioning to data center law, most recently serving as Chief Legal Officer of Rowan Digital Infrastructure.

Sebastian was taken from this world too soon. His spirit will live on in the hearts of his family, friends, and colleagues, who will miss him dearly.

A viewing and visitation will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at National Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 7482 Lee Highway, Falls Church, VA 22042.

A Catholic Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. James Catholic Church, 905 Park Avenue, Falls Church, VA 22046, followed by a Celebration of Life lunch at 12:00 noon at Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, 3149 Glen Carlyn Road, Falls Church, VA 22041. The Catholic Funeral Mass will be livestreamed https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88605260025?pwd=IzyDwyNpxHaLMw7E65dLwE97sxqgXb.1

A future memorial service will be held in Seattle, WA in early October.

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS OR GIFTS, please consider a contribution to the NGO that Sebastian’s wife Michelle started, with Sebastian’s support, in the spirit of the Catholic faith under which they were raised:

The Harvest Fund (https://www.theharvestfund.org/donate)

Additionally, memorial contributions in Sebastian’s name may be made to the animal shelter from which his beloved recently deceased dog, Simba, was adopted:

Yakima Valley Pet Rescue (https://www.yvpr.org/help)

If you have any questions about the viewing or funeral service, please contact Sebastian’s sister-in-law, Rachel Nathan at 240-486-0376 or [email protected]