Comments on: Ann Arbor doctor is missing (updated)

By: eh?

eh? — Wed, 28 Dec 2005 04:20:36 +0000

a la six feet under. sad.

By: bilal bai

bilal bai — Wed, 28 Dec 2005 01:31:04 +0000

Shankar’s death goes to show that no one is guarenteed a future, one’s abitions and abilites notwithstanding. Why does every desi death have to be ‘suspicious’? The guy likely got drunk, got too close to the edge of the pier and fell in. A simple death by misadventure. Sad, but it happens every day.

By: dhaavak

dhaavak — Mon, 24 Oct 2005 21:42:44 +0000

tiffany said

well as a mother it is quite aterrible loss for his

saw the video. related on a personal level... reminded me of my dad.. thought... i so wanted to make you proud... not cause you more pain ... i am so sorry...
the untimely death is more than loss of a life, it's the shearing of the bonds of that life with those around him/her..

By: tiffany

tiffany — Mon, 24 Oct 2005 20:06:06 +0000

well as a mother it is quite aterrible loss for his. unfortunate i will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers,ty and be blessed everyone,tiffany.

By: Ketan

Ketan — Sat, 22 Oct 2005 13:58:36 +0000

Shanky was a fun loving, quality individual and should be remembered as so. I was and still am so proud to hear of his success since Wash U. It's such a tragic loss: my thoughts and prayers are with his family.

My funniest Shank memory is when he ate a spoonful of red masala to prove he could handle the spice. He had to go upstairs with half a gallon of milk for about 20 min. It was classic.

Shanky, we will miss you!!

By: tocken

tocken — Thu, 20 Oct 2005 20:51:42 +0000

I knew Shank in college as well. He was a nice guy and always upbeat. It’s such a shame that he died so young. I will always remember him for hanging out in our room and always having a funny joke or an odd story. I haven’t had the chance to see him after graduation, but I will miss his laughter. I also would like to offer my condolences to his family. peace, t

By: Babs

Babs — Thu, 20 Oct 2005 18:36:48 +0000

Thank you to those of you who have come forward with kind thoughts. I wish everyone had had the pleasure of knowing Shank.

By: dhaavak

dhaavak — Thu, 20 Oct 2005 18:17:21 +0000

Babs, Star: I am deeply sorry. You are right. I looked at the video of Mr Palaniappan at the news conference and the image of his hurt stood out. I never knew Shankar personally but I know he was deeply loved. Please convey my condolences to the family.
Varun

By: A N N A

A N N A — Thu, 20 Oct 2005 17:47:04 +0000

Babs and star,

I am so sorry that you saw comments like those above. Your friend and his family have been in my thoughts ever since I heard about their tragic story.

I wish everyone could remember that this could've happened to any of us-- plenty of us go out, have some fun and yes, binge drink. Drinking heavily is hardly unique to this community or this victim.

I would hope that people who leave comments would put themselves in this man's place; remember the last time you went to a club and got trashed. If this had happened to you, wouldn't it be horrific for YOUR friends and family? Wouldn't you want people to remember and discuss your LIFE vs one terrible night, especially for their sake?

By: star

star — Thu, 20 Oct 2005 17:34:14 +0000

babs, i 100% agree with you! i have known shankar since the third grade, and it is hurtful for people who had never even met the guy to be referring to his alleged “drinking problem” here on this site. shankar was a gentle, harmless, and kind-hearted fellow. he worked hard in school and was a high-achiever. and he always had pure intentions with his actions and words. i hadn’t seen him in about five years, but i am sure his spirited nature remained the same. our entire community is praying for his family’s strength to find peace with the tragedy.