Service Details
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at 5:00 pm in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Sunday from 4:00 – 5:00 pm.
Memorial Suggestions
In memory of Ashvin’s beloved wife’s valiant fight with cancer, memorials to the American Cancer Society have been suggested.
Somers – Ashvinkumar “Ashvin” Virchand Shah, age 75, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 26, 2020.
Ashvin was born in Kenya on November 11, 1944 to the late Virchand Bhojraj Shah and Kasturben Virchand Shah. In Kenya, on August 17, 1969, Ashvin was united in marriage with the love of his life, Usha Ashvin Shah. Shortly after, they came to the United States. With a tireless work ethic & accomplishing the American dream, Ashvin & Usha owned & operated several convenience stores in our community over the years and was the current owner of Village Food & Liquor (Hwy 11 & 90th Street) in Sturtevant.
Jainism by faith, Ashvin was a member of the Jain Temple of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Outside of work, Ashvin enjoyed worldwide traveling and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Surviving is his beloved son, Priyesh Shah; adored grandchildren, Anya, Aashil & Premchand; brothers & sisters, Vinod (Murdula) Shah, Narendra (Prafuli) Shah, Jayendra (Prita) Shah, Shushila (Shobhag) Shah & Vanita (Chandrakant) Shah; mother-in-law, Santa Shah; brother-in-law, Arunkumar (Saroj) Shah; sisters-in-law, Ramila (Ramesh) Shah & Chand Shah; nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends. In addition to his parents, Ashvin was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Usha, on July 18, 2019.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at 5:00 pm in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Sunday from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. In memory of Ashvin’s beloved wife’s valiant fight with cancer, memorials to the American Cancer Society have been suggested.
Sandy Gibson says
I’ve had the pleasure of working for Shah for over 30 yrs. He was family to me and I will miss him forever.
Linda and Don Ystad says
Priyesh,
We are so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. You have our deepest sympathies. Though we can’t be with you at this time, please know that we are thinking about you. We hope we’ll be able to see you and Prem once we return to Wisconsin, maybe at the lake this summer. Our hearts are with you.
Linda and Don
Casey says
You surely will be missed Mr. Shah! Blessings to your family. Now rest with the love of your life
Sue Ryan says
My deepest condolences.
Barbara Hoffman says
My deepest condolences to the family. He was and always will b a great man. Me n my kids loved him.
Tom gottfredsen says
Lived in sturevant
27 + years will miss him
Bob and Arlene Verborg says
As customers at Village Foods, we appreciated the kind and efficient service always from Mr. and Mrs. Shah. They are both sadly missed as we feel the vacancy in our daily visits to the store.
Candy Peterson says
Mr Shah! Such a very very nice man…both u and your wife. Rest 8n peace and deepest condolences to the family
Jessica and Chris (A+ Auto) says
We are so sorry for the loss of Mr. Shah . Priyesh, and Family.. We are thinking of you!
Krissy Miller says
I am so deeply sorry to hear of his passing away.He was an exceptional man with an exceptional heart towards his family,his employees,his customers,n so many others who have had the pleasure of meeting him.I believe that he is now joined with his precious n beautiful wife in heaven enjoying every moment together.I pray for Jesus to wrap His loving arms tightly around his son and all of his loved ones as He pours his Comfort, peace n love into the depths of their minds,their hearts n their souls.Hugs,hugs n more hugs.
All who have ever had the honor of meeting him,will miss him dearly.
Pattie and Kurt Klinkhammer says
Our deepest sympathies. We had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Shah for several years and will miss him as we do his lovely wife. The world has lost another amazing man! Praying for all!
Chris Erdman says
Our condolences for your loss. We will pray for you and your family’s comfort during this difficult time!
Stephanie Torres says
Dear shah family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I want you guys to know that your dad had a good heart, he also had such a sense of humor. But in all he loved the community that he served for many years. He will be missed. Sincerely Stephanie Torres
Lisa Karasek says
Dear Priyesh and family,
So very sorry for your loss. Both your dad and mom were very kind hearted and cared so much for our community in Sturtevant. May your hearts feel less heavy knowing that that were kept in highest reguards with love and kindness.
Sincerely, The Karasek Family of Sturtevant
Jim and Donna Markusen says
Priyesh so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. We have many fond memories of our time on Colony Drive.
Our sympathies to you and the rest of the family.
Fondly,
Jim and Donna Markusen
Kay Gresk says
I will miss you so very much,, this village with never be the same again ,that happy face when you walk in the door 😭you with be so missed you kind Man💕💕💕💕💕
Scott Anderson says
Great man. He will be missed. Condolences to the family.
Ajit and Pratima Tipnis says
Dear Priyesh,
Very sorry to hear about Ashwin’s passing. We will miss him very much.
I know him from very first day that I came to Racine in 1975 and have been friends of your family ever since. Our sincere prayers that his soul to rest in peace.
Ajit and Pratima Tipnis
Dipak Savjani and FAMILY says
Rest in peace
Ohm shanti shanti shanti
Holly says
Our village has very heavy hearts…
Ever since I can remember-Mr Shah and Usha-have taken care of so many of us for so many years… …always kind and genuine…my deepest condolences…😢