Amitava Gupta

Amitava Gupta, 75, of Roanoke, VA, passed away on September 08, 2022, by far the most noteworthy death to occur on that sad day.

 

A brilliant scientist and above-average bridge player, he studied polymer chemistry at Cal Tech; his contributions to both the American space program and to spectacle lens technology that has improved, and will continue to improve, the lives of millions around the world, were substantial.

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He is survived by his wife, two sons, and three grandsons.

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True to his style, Ami wanted no funeral or memorial service. In the last few days of his life, when Shankar asked him half-jokingly if he would like his ashes scattered in the River Ganges, he fixed his younger son with his trademark Dr. Gupta scowl and growled "absolutely not." 

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Instead, we encourage all who knew him to share their stories, remembrances, and lessons he taught them on this website.

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