Condolences
Dear Deepthie, Dinali, Johann, Shane, Our heartfelt condolences on passing of our beloved friend Kingsley. We have awesome memories of our time spent together at the cottage for several years as neighbors. He was a kind, gentle and wonderful friend with a great sense of humor. He gifted us with his very first copy of “The Way To Inner Peace” which we still have at the cottage in his memory. You will be truly missed our friend. May your noble soul rest in Eternal Peace..
Kanta and Bhim Budhwa
Hello Deepthi and family. Here lies a great person who has left a wonderful legacy behind. He was larger than life and he lived it to the fullest. Now that he has gone, may all the beautiful memories be a blessing to you and your children. Please accept my deepest sympathies for the loss of Kingsley. I suppose with the COVID anything you wanted to do was limited. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. God Bless!
Vinitha Weerasinghe
Please accept my Heartfelt Condolences.I was deeply saddened by the news of Kingsleys Passing . I have known him as a good friend for over a half Century ,though not had much association due to my serious Disability over the last several years. I hope God would grant you strength to bear the loss and May he find The UltimatePeace! With Much Love.
Nalini Dias
Dear Deepthie, Dinali, Johann & Shane Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Kingsley. We have fond memories of meeting up in Penetang over the summers since 2003. Although it has been a while since we saw Kingsley, we have lovely memories. Kingsley certainly had a brilliant mind and often he would engage us in thought provoking conversations. On the flip side, we also remember him as being quite the joker with a great sense of humour with many one liners that had you in fits of laughter. I still remember one morning I was on my usual walk with Willie and stopped by the cottage. Kingsley was on a ladder cutting some branches and Deepthie, you were holding the ladder. Kingsley looks down and with a serious look says" I am just following Doctors orders"!! Rest in peace Kingsley.
Dayani, Udaya, Aneeka & Willie
Dear Deepthie Aunty, Dinali, Johann, and Shane, please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. We hope the good memories of your father will comfort you during this difficult time. May his soul Rest In Peace. Thank you also for this website. What a wonderful tribute.
Cheryl Perera and family and Maximus Perera
To all of the Rajapakse family Both of us send our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Kingsley. Although it has been quite a few years since our lives as neighbours here in Sunset Bay were intertwined, we have many lovely memories of Kingsley. I (Bo) remember well the dancing New Year’s Eve in my living room and sharing the unique housewarming when the cottage was rebuilt. I (Rhona) remember well his wishes when Herb and I renewed our marriage vows for our 50th anniversary. We both remember his brilliant smile! God speed.
Bo & Rhona White & Findlay
Deepthie, Dinali, Johann and Shane our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this time. We have great memories of Kingsley and all of you going back to our time when we lived across Greenback Road in Nepean around 1975 and followed you to Toronto around 1979. We will remember Kingsley for his cheerful, optimistic and helpful nature. May his Soul Rest in Peace. Blessings to all of you.
Arjun, Minoli, Anil! Roshan and Chantale Senaratna
Dear Deepthie, Dinali, Johann and Shane ..... a light has dimmed leaving its warm glow we call memories. I always enjoyed Kingsley's thoughtful, insightful conversations. My warmest condolences to you on his passing. May he be at peace and share that peace with you in happy memories.
Denice Miller
Our deepest sympathies to Deepthi and the children. May you be consoled that he is relieved of suffering as all conditioned things are subject to impermanence. When they were in Ottawa we were living in the adjoining neighbourhoods and my memories of him was that he was a gentle, kind person with a smile on his face. I used to visit them and go shopping with his mother in law whom we called Aunty Maggie was full of praise of Kingsley. His book is a living testimony for the life he lived well. May he attain the the highest bliss of Nirvana!
Anoma and Kosala
Remembering a wonderful man who was a husband, father and a grandfather wishing you all comfort. Thank you so much for sharing Kingsley's memoir love the song “Don’t worry be happy” such a beautiful and meaningful song during his journey back to the Spiritual Realm and the lovely photos. I am so pleased to have met Kingsley at a drum group, he had a love for drumming. And am so happy to have his fabulous book "The Way to Inner Peace". I'm an Indigenous woman and Kingsley's book really relates to my culture, it's so amazing some of the similarities. He will be missed physically, but it gives us peace to know his spirit lives on. Sending prayers and healing to each and everyone of you.
Delores McKay & Bill
Please accept our sincere sympathies on the passing away of Kingsley. He is in a better place now...away from this mess in this world. May his soul rest in peace. God bless.
Rohan & Chrysani Basnayake
My condolences to Deepthi and family.
Vinodhini Thomas
We at Kachina House in Sedona, AZ, were privledged to know Kingsley before he fell ill and very much enjoyed his company when he and your Mother were here. We wish for your family all the peace of knowing that finally your Father is at rest. Our thoughts and love go to you all.
Toby Frank
We remember very fondly of spending many happy days up at the cottage with Kingsley . He was a very kind and gentle man and we always enjoyed his company. May he Rest In Peace.
Silloo and Freny
Deepthi it is indeed very sad news to hear that Kingsley is not with us anymore. At the very outset please accept out heartfelt sympathies. We extend our condolences to all your children and their families as well. I have very fond memories of Kingsley. My uncle who was a Buddhist priest spoke well of Kingsley. When ever my uncle visited the Mississauga Buddhist temple he and Kingsley would be engaged in profound discussions about the Buddha Dharma. I have Kingsleys book " The way to inner Peace " on our coffee table. I read it from time to time. At this juncture we have to remember all the good times we spent with the departed , all the pleasant memories we have of them and hold on to them. With fondest regards.
Nisantha Bandaranayake
Dear Aunty Deepthie, Dinali, Johann & Shane, Our thoughts & prayers are with you. I remember Uncle Kingsley as a warm, gentle & loving person. He got me my first subscription to National Geographic and peaked my curiosity in various world cultures due to his vast knowledge and enthusiasm. I remember my father always extolling him for his many virtues. However, now we are left with the loss of two fathers & brothers, so close together. I just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you and sending you our love.
Niroshi Rajapakse
Dear Deepthi, Dinali, Johann, Shane and the rest, Please accept our sincere Condolences on the passing away of dear Kingsley.. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of grief. May his soul rest in Eternal Peace.
Lyall and Sriya Perera
Kingsley’s book changed my life. He made the Buddha’s teachings so very understandable. The knowledge of impermanence and no self are the way to peace. Thank you Kingsley!
Tony Whelan
Dear Deepthie, Dinali, Johann, Shane and family, Please accept our heartfelt sympathies. Even though we haven't met in the last few years, we have very fond memories of Kingsley and the good times we had. May his soul rest in peace!
Shevanthi, Vijith and family Dissanayake
Dear Deepthie, Dinali Johann and Shane, Our deepest condolences on Kingsley’s passing away. We enjoyed Kingsley and Depthie’s visit to Newfoundland. And we will always remember that Kingsley and Deepthie were the first to invite us to their lovely home in Missisauga when we came to Canada as immigrants. They were also very kind to my mother and daughter when they visited Kingsley and Deepthie at the lovely cottage by the lake in Penetanguishene. May Kingsley attain the peace of Nibbana.
Indira and Ana
This news took me back to good memories growing up with the Rajapakse family in the neighbourhood. Mr. Rajapakse, as I knew him, allowed us to gather around his home day after day, skateboard on his driveway and let us be kids. Fond memories of a good man, I am truly sorry for your loss.
Michael Bulloch
Kingsley touched many lives. He was a kind and giving person. The many times we have brought him home he was a listener, engaging in conversation and had a great sense of humor. May your soul Rest In Peace.
Salini Senn
My deepest sympathy of Kingsley passing. I have lovely memories. Specially at the cottage days. May his soul be peaceful and happy.
Nayana Jinapriya
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to all of you. Our interactions with him, though not frequent, were always special and meaningful. His book was much appreciated.
God Bless, Ranjit and Sriyani Perera
Please accept my sincere condolences to Deepthi and the rest of the family.
Nanda Gamage
Our deepest sympathies to Deepthi and to the rest of the family.
Shanta and Clarence Mendis
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Kingsley. I have fond memories of visiting Kingsley and Deepthi in their beautiful home in Penatanguishine by the lake. Some years back I along with my friends Sam, Krish and Jacintha had the privilege of spending a few days with Kingsley and Deepthi. Unfortunately it was my first and last visit with him. I realized he was a great author and philosopher. There was a sense of peace and serenity about him that can only be found in a person like him. I wish I could have visited him again and learn from him about Buddhism. He and the family will be in my thoughts.
Blane Gomez
We just heard about the passing of your father Shane. We would like you to know that we both send you our sincere condolences at this very sad time in your lives. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you through this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Faolan & Katherine
Faolan, Katherine Delany
Our deepest sympathies and condolences.
Anton & Christine Stephens
Dear Dinali, Johann and Shane, I am sorry to hear that your dad has passed away. Please accept my deepest sympathy. My late husband Ranjan, knew your dad well. He too worked for BNR/ Nortel. May Kingsley attain the Supreme Bliss of Nibbana soon. With kind regards, Sushila
Sushila Jayasuriya
Our dear brother in-law Kingsley was a gentle humble soul, apart from his brilliance. He touched many hearts with his kindness and compassion. We know his beloved 3 Children Dinali, Johann and Shane will continue his legacy. He was the gentle patriarch of our family and will be truly missed.
Shirley and Gaston
I am so sorry about the loss of Uncle Kingsley. My mom told me about your last moments together and how much time and affection you both spent with Uncle Kinglsey these past years and in these final weeks. I'm happy Dinali is there too to be together as a family. Uncle Kingsley was one of the kindest and most gentle people I've ever met and I will always have warm memories of him. I just wanted to say we are all thinking of you all, and of Uncle Kinglsey with heavy hearts. All our love,
Chantelle & Tilman
Dear Dinali, Johann and Shane, so many great memories from when we were young, that took place at your home. All of you are a living testament of what a wonderful human your dad was his honourable of living will live on through you. Our most sincere condolences to all three of you and the rest of the family. Wishing you strength, love, peace and joyful memories during this very challenging time.
Deepest Sympathies, Shehan & Justine
Hello Johann, please accept my deepest condolences. I am sure your Dad will continue to be with you and look after you! Those who are loved never die.
God bless, Suzanne Schuh
My deepest sympathies for your loss. May his soul Rest In Peace.
Maithri Rasalingam
Dear Dr. Deepthi and children. Please accept our deepest sympathies at the passing away of your Husband/Dad who we had the chance of knowing from a long time as he participated in the activities of the T. Maha Vihara. He will surely be missed. May he attain the Supreme Bliss of Nibbana. Lionel and Chandra.
Carlo Lionel Dissanayake
Dear Deepthie, we offer our deepest condolences to you, Dinali, Johann, Shane and their families at this time of sorrow. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Marina and Bennet Perera
My deepest sympathies to Rajapakshe family. May he attain Supreme Nibbhana.
Vajira Belleth
On Kingsley’s passing, our sympathies go out to you and family. We would like to offer our prayers and condolences to all family members and friends.
Rohana & Vinitha Kahandaliyanage, St. Catharines, Ontario.
Our Heartfelt Condolences to the whole family. I have no words to console you all. Kingsley was a good soul. I met your dad on number of occasions with uncle Krish. He was a very loving and a compassionate soul. May the departed soul reach its source...
Muruganandan Family
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Kingsley. When I think back to happier times; he was always hale, hearty and very inquisitive - whether it be about buddhism, or desktop publishing on his beloved mackintosh, or the ways of the world. I deeply enjoyed our philosophical conversations and will miss his brilliance. My deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to Deepthie, Johann, Shane and Dinali.
Sean Perera
Dear Deepthie Aunty, Dinali, Johan, and Shane, my condolences on the passing of Kingsley Uncle, my thoughts are with you all.
Ruwan Perera
Dear Johann, Shane, and Dinali, My sincere condolences for your loss. I had the great privilege to have known Kingsley, who was truly a remarkable and inspiring man. I have also been inspired by the love and care that he had from you, and I was particularly impressed that he rode the motorbike with Shane. The light-heartedness and fun-loving way of being was evident in Kingsley, as well as in you, and it certainly comes through in this thoughtful memorial website. I hope you find solace in each other, and in knowing the he lives on through all of you.
Elia Abi-Jaoude
I was saddened to hear that uncle Kingsley passed away. With my deepest sympathy as I remember uncle. A wonderful man and great achievements in his life.
Asoka Mahawatte
Kingsley was a great man that helped raise wonderful children! He was always cheerful, very witty, funny, graceful and loving person to say the least. I will always think of him fondly. Fly on...
Emir
Sve sam pregledo i procito,sve komentare...tvoj tata je bio pravi,veseli,vrlo obrazovan i nadasve dobar covjek. Pokoj mu njegovoj dobroj dusi...licno sam ga poznavao,i bio vise puta sa njim. (I reviewed and read everything, all the comments ... your dad was a genuine, cheerful, very educated and above all a good man. Peace to his good soul... I knew him personally, and was with him many times.)
Hajrudin Halilovic
On behalf of the CSN board and staff, we are sending you our deepest sympathies for the loss of your dad. May he rest in peace.
The Canadian Society of Nephrology
We are deeply saddened to hear the demise of Kingsley aiya. Our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences. Goosie, Indrajith and Children.
Goosie Rupasinghe
My dear friend Kingsley. We have spent many happy hours together, I remember you at my husband Joy's 50th Birthday Celebrations in Balclutha, New Zealand. You were dancing with a hanky on your head just to make everyone laugh. We have visited with you twice in Toronto, you were such a great host, Joy , now at peace with the Lord, loved chatting away with you on your lovely handmade deck. Now you are at peace, I will hang on to the happy memories of the far off days. May your soul rest in peace. My deepest sympathies to dear Deepthie, children and grandchildren.
Angie Wijetunga
Kingsley, my dear sweet brother in-law... a remarkable man on many different levels. It is not your brilliant mind that I will remember but your kind and caring ways coupled with your indomitable sense of humour - a lasting legacy indeed. Your wonderful spirit lives on in your three amazing children who will always be very close to our hearts!
Krish & Jacintha
From the moment I met Kingsley I was just amazing with his character, stories, and spirit. There was something about Kingsley that just made you want to sit, listen, and absorb everything about him. I met Kingsley at a time when I was searching for something, and reading his book and getting the chance to spend time with him was extremely special. I am eternally grateful for what he gave me, and hearing about his passing has been really sad - but then I remember that Kingsley would not want sadness on his passing - he would want us all to celebrate. I will be pulling his book out again to remember him. Knowing Kingsley made me a better person, and for that I am eternally grateful.
Todd Krauser
Dear Deepthie, Dinali, Johann and Shane Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. Our prayers are with you all.
Patrick and Helen
Johann, I am so sorry for your loss. Although I never met your father, his book that Lejla lent me, made an impression to say the least. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Razvan Ungurelu
Johann and family, please accept my sincere condolences. A long life, well lived, and a peaceful passing are all any of us can wish for, but these are small comforts at this time of loss. My heart is with you.
Irena Knezevic
Dear Deepthi, Dinali, Johann and Shane, We are deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy. May time help you all to heal and bring comfort. May his soul rest in peace.
Deva & Arun
Deepthi I enjoyed looking at the family album and was reminded that Kingsley was a handsome guy in his youth. His 2 books on Buddhism was insightful and helpful in my understanding of the religion.Please accept our sympathies for you and the family.
Love, Piching
Johann, very sorry for your loss. Wonderful photos. Be well.
JB
We are sorry so sorry for the loss of your Dad.
Roz and Bob Holden
Dear Johann, Rajapakse family and friends, Our deepest condolences for your loss. What a remarkable man...and what additional sadness to sustain this loss during the Covid crisis. Our thoughts are with you. Passing along our (virtual ) hugs of support,
Harriet and Richard Rosenberg
Wayne and I send our deepest sympathies for the loss of Kingsley. Wayne enjoyed the many interesting discussions they had together on philosophy. We treasure the times we spent with him and Mary on outings and as guests in his home here in our area. He was a very classy man, taking a genuine interest in us and in everything that we did together. We are better people for having known him and are so happy he had family love and support through his challenges with Parkinson's.
Carolynn Fishleigh
My deepest sympathies to Deepthi and to all of you.
Marie Alles
Dear Dinali, Johann, Shane - we've had the privilege of knowing your amazing father and we know how much he will be missed. We have lovely memories of a gentle, gracious, brilliant man with the most beautiful smile. We remember chatting about his book in the early stages. He was passionate about it and we're so happy, and not a bit surprised, that it has had such a strong impact on it's readers. He has made a lasting difference in his time with us in so many ways. Thank you for sharing the beautiful pictures of your father. Our deepest condolences to you, Mom, grandchildren and all in the family. May he rest in peace - always remembered with love and admiration. Shaukat and Venetia.
Venetia Chaney
Our deepest sympathies. We met Kingsley a few times. He was a well read person and an inquiring mind. Few years ago he gave us a signed copy of his treatise on Buddhism which I really enjoyed. The best explanation of the philosophy of Buddhism.
Pat and Dudley Halpe
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I have not met any of you but I have stayed with your mom and dad when I visited Canada a long time ago - I think 1988 - I remember being taken to a temple, and reading a book he had written. And of course we have met after that at some batch reunions.
Anoja Fernando, Sri Lanka
Our sincerest condolences. We didn’t know Kingsley but have much affection for Johann and have heard a few stories about the family. Kingsley and the family are in our prayers.
Peter & Polly Bulloch
Our deepest sympathies.
Cyril and Ranjinie Fernando
Deepest sympathies to Deepthi and kids.We will pray for him.
Harrison & Swineetha Perera
My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Love, Lucille Aunty
I'm sorry for your loss Shane, Johann, Dinali. Your dad leaves a great legacy. The Rajapakse family are excellent people.
Kevin Bileski
Our Deepest sympathy for the loss of Kingsley. I have such fond memories of his kindness, Intelligence, calm nature, and the thoughtful way he set up fun activities for us when we were kids. Love to your family.
Tertia Ferdinandusz, Jason, Kiev & Liam Ruttan
I read his book on Christianity and Buddhism. Without a doubt it had a positive impact on me. Sorry for your loss.
Brian, Leanne and Family
Thanks for sharing the link to your fathers memorial website. Its a truly wonderful collection of photos, all of them so sweet, especialy with his big smile! I didnt know all those things about your dad, what a kind soul.
Semra
Heartfelt condolences to you and family regarding Uncle Kingsley's passing. You might remember that my parents and I got a chance to see him at his senior home last summer. Although physically frail he was spiritually sound, probably moreso than what I had remembered him from before. I hope that you, your mom, sis and bro will be able to deal with everything peacefully.
Dinesh.
Aww, I'm so sorry for your loss guys, your dad was such a great human. people like Kingsly should live healthy lives forever. He was the most soothing person I can recall being around and that was without him having to say or do anything. Our thoughts are with you all. Dirk.
Dirk Ferdinandusz
My deepest condolences. Uncle was a great man and always was there for everyone when they wanted needed someone. I am sorry that I wouldn’t be able to be there given the situation.
Asri
I just heard about your father and I’m so sorry for your loss. I know times must be tough, but I don’t doubt that you’ll get through this. My sincere condolences.
Dan
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