

Born in Tucson, Arizona, on May 3, 1974, Shakti grew up a proud Texan at heart — a lover of dance, country music, and celebrating life with family and friends. Her passion for science and education guided her career as an Educational Consultant, where she inspired others through her curiosity and compassion. Shakti earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Trinity University and later received her Master’s degree in Education from Rice University.
Despite losing her father at the young age of eight, Shakti grew into a deeply empathetic and kindhearted person. She cherished her family and always sought to comfort and uplift others facing hardship. She had a unique ability to bring people together, uniting everyone she met through her warmth, humor, and unwavering positivity.
To know Shakti was to know how deeply she loved. Standing at 5 feet tall, she was larger than life — a fierce fighter with an indomitable spirit who never backed down from a challenge. For Shakti, every obstacle was an opportunity to learn, grow, and inspire.
Shakti is survived by her beloved husband, Sam Dalal, and their children, Niko, Dilan, and Laila.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, October 19, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 13001 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77079 (281-497-2210). Services will begin promptly at 9:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Dec My Room (www.decmyroom.org) or IFOPA (www.ifopa.org).
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