Mr. Man Pal

July 11, 1942- April 20, 2025

Man Pal peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 20th, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born in Nasinu (9 miles) of Fiji Islands. He was the fifth child of Ram Gulam and Sursati. Man Pal was a businessman, he owned and ran Nakasi Shopping Center in Fiji Islands for over 30 years. Eventually he immigrated to the USA in the year 2000 with his wife, settling in Modesto, CA. Where he not only engaged himself with carpentry but carried on his passion for being a business owner, selling ice cream for over 15 years. Man Pal was a joyful man with a contagious laugh and smile, he exemplified unconditional love for his family and embodied kindness and friendship. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his beloved wife Tota Mati; only daughter - Sarmila Chandra (Ceres) and only son - Vikash Pal (Fiji Islands); son-in-law Michael Chandra (Ceres); 3 granddaughters - Angel Sewak (Hayward), Shaina Chandra (Ceres), Shanaya Pal (Fiji Islands); younger brother - Ram Kumar (Fiji Islands). He is preceded in death by his father Ram Gulam, mother Sursati and brothers and sisters: Ram Pati, Ram Din, Anood Prasad, Kamla Wati, Paras Ram, Parwati Prasad, Suruj Ram, Shiu Prasad, and Surita Devi (Kokila).

Man Pal will be deeply missed, but his spirit will remain with us forever.