Our hero, our mentor Dr. Stan Sharma passed away Tuesday, September 27, with his family by his side. A man of deep intelligence, compassion and charisma he was the bedrock of his family and the pillar of his community. Stan Sharma's life and career reflects a relentless quest for knowledge, a Buddhist calmness of mind, and a medical and entrepreneurial creativity. He was the embodiment of generosity and mentored, and was beloved by, thousands of people.
Born in Suva, Fiji the eldest son of Ram Bhawan and Bidya Wati Sharma, Stan Sharma Ph.D., J.D., immigrated with his family to the United States in 1964. He pursued his doctorate and became an associate professor at UCLA. The founder and CEO of American Health Services he made significant contributions to the revolution of health care delivery. His medical and research facilities provide affordable and widely available services to communities in need, particularly in his home state of California.
A respected academic, a published scientist, and a man of insatiable curiosity Dr. Stan Sharma drew people together. Known for his irreverent sense of humor and wit, he was also extremely gentle and gave unconditional love to all. He is survived by his son Seanjay Ramanand Sharma, his three sisters Surekha Bahl, Mintra Sharma Wilson, Chandra Lekha Livingston, one brother Deoand Sharma aka Frank Martini, his nieces and nephews, and by countless others who deeply feel and mourn his passing.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 6, from 9am to 12pm, at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills in the Hall of Liberty Chapel (6300 Forest Lawn Dr, LA, CA 90068). A motorcade will escort those who wish to attend the 12:30pm cremation at Forest Lawn Glendale (1712 S Glendale Avenue, Glendale, CA 91205.) A gathering to celebrate his life will be held at 7035 Vista Del Mar Lane, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293.
Celebrating Dr. Stan Sharma
Day 1 â Thursday, October 6,th 2016
Funeral Service will be on October 6th, 2016
9:00am to 12:00pm
at
Forest Lawn HOLLYWOOD HILLS
in the Hall Of Liberty Chapel
6300 Forest Lawn Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90068
A motorcade will escort those who wish to attend the 12:30pm cremation
at Forest Lawn GLENDALE
1712 S Glendale Ave, Glendale, CA 91205
Wake following the services
at Dr. Stan Sharma's beach home in Playa Del Rey
to pay homage to his life.
7035 Vista Del Mar Lane, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
Celebrating Dr. Stan Sharma
Day 2 â Friday, October 7th, 2016
We will go on our yacht 3 miles into the Pacific Ocean to present our beloved Stan (our Buddha)
to the spiritual world
on Friday, October 7th 2016
be at the vessel at 9:00am sharp
We will be departing promptly at 9:30am
If you are attending, please RSVP to tara@allofus.biz
(Those who are on the list will be taken aboard.)
Dr. Stan Sharma's Yacht
Windward Yacht Club
13645 Fiji Way
Marina Del Ray, CA, 90292
Slip #: H1205
(Enter through automobile gate, park to the left or right, then walk to the pedestrian gate.)
Afterwards, prayers will be held at
Dr. Stan Sharma's residence:
2421 Nalin Drive
Bel Air, CA 90077
(Lunch will be provided)
Celebrating Dr. Stan Sharma
Day 3 â Saturday, October 8th, 2016
Please come over to
Dr. Stan Sharma's Bel Air residence
2421 Nalin Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90077
We will serve
food and beverages starting at 3:00 pm.
At 4:00 pm,
we will have our Tongan blessings in the form of a ceremonial dance.
At 6:00 pm, there will be a puja before the bhajans with a sound healing and live traditional Hindu music.
Celebrating Dr. Stan Sharma
Day 4 â Sunday October 9th, 2016
Drive your car to Bear Valley Springs.
Leave your house at 6:30 am.
Give your name to the guard at the security gate.
You will receive a pass to enter.
Breakfast will be served at 9:30 am.
Please wear walking shoes, casual clothes, and a jacket as we will be walking to the burial site.
Burial Ceremony at 10:30 am
at Stan's mountain house
22351 Chukar Court
Bear Valley Springs, CA 93561
You must let us know if you are attending by email for the entry pass: Frankmartini69@hotmail.com
Everyone is welcome to attend
all of the
events honoring the life of
our beloved friend, mentor, and family member.
Dr. Stan Sharma.