Obituaries Archives

Mother Mukhara - stalwart preacher and fundraiser

Sep 24, 2023

Remembering Mukhara Devi Dasi: The Legacy of an Early South African Devotee

In the annals of South African Krishna consciousness, few names shine as brightly as that of Mukhara Devi Dasi. Her life story is a testament to unwavering dedication, selfless service, and an unshakable commitment to spreading the teachings of Srila Prabhupada. With a legacy deeply woven into the fabric of ISKCON South Africa, Mukhara Devi Dasi's journey is a source of inspiration for generations of devotees, illuminating the path of devotion with her exemplary life.

Atma Tattva Das, ISKCON News Staff Writer

Sep 09, 2023

ISKCON Mourns and Pays Tribute to His Excellency Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi

It is with gratitude and deep sadness that ISKCON extend their heartfelt condolences to the Family of Prince Buthelezi, the Zulu Nation, and followers of Prince Buthelezi, Founder and President Emeritus of the Inkatha Freedom Party.

Krsangi Radhe Dasi

Sep 08, 2023

HG Nand Maharaj Prabhu Departs in Chandigarh on September 6th

On Wednesday, September 6th, at 10 am, in Chandigarh, under the shelter of Sri Sri Radha Madhav, HG Nand Maharaj Prabhu departed from this material realm.

ISKCON Chandigarh

Aug 13, 2023

Young Devotee Reflects on Inspiring Service of Subhangi Devi Dasi

An enthusiastic preacher of Krishna Consciousness and disciple of Srila Prabhupada, Subhangi Devi Dasi, left her body on the morning of August 6, 2023, in Sri Dham Mayapur. Her final rites were held on August 8, 2023, following the arrival of her son from Germany.

Kulavati Krishnapriya Devi Dasi, ISKCON News Staff Writer

Mar 12, 2023

Her Grace Madana-mohana-mohini Dasi Departs

Our dear Madana-mohana-mohini dasi has left this world at 5:11 pm today evening, 12 March 2023. She left very peacefully while listening to her favorite kirtan in her room, and surrounded by devotees and her favorite maha paraphernalia.

ISKCON News Staff

Mar 12, 2023

HH Kadamba Kanana Swami Departs

On Thursday 9th March at 12.06pm, under the gaze of Śrī Giriraja, in the holy land of Śrī Vṛndāvana dhāma, in the loving company of his spiritual master and the vaisnavas, with a resounding kirtan party, His Holiness Kadamba Kanana Swami departed from this material realm.

ISKCON News Staff

Nov 30, 2022

Professor Kenneth Cracknell, Friend of ISKCON and Champion of Religious Pluralism, Passes Away

It is with great sadness that we report that Reverend Dr. Kenneth R. Cracknell, a Methodist Christian scholar, theologian, professor, and friend of ISKCON passed away on October 26, 2022. Kenneth was a was a British specialist in interfaith dialogue and the Christian theology of religions. His career included pioneering the interfaith relations work of the British Council of Churches, teaching at the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom, and at Brite Divinity School, Texas, from where he retired in 2007 as Distinguished Professor of Theology and Global Studies.

ISKCON News Staff

Sep 06, 2022

The Passing of Her Grace Kalindi Devi Dasi

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Her Grace Kalindi Devi Dasi. In her absence, our heart is burning by the constant raining fire. Her loyalty; her dedication was as firm as the stars and faith in Guru and Krishna was as firm as the mountains. Words fail to describe her glorification; her greatness. This great Vaishnavi mother's presence means the presence of Guru and Krishna's majesty.

Madhavendu das

Aug 11, 2022

The Passing of His Holiness Bhakti Nityananda Swami

At 8:33 am on August 11th in Sri Mayapur, the beloved disciple of His Holiness Jayapataka Maharaja and servant of Srila Prabhupada, His Holiness Bhakti Nityananda Swami, left his body. It is with great sadness that we announce this news, as he has been very dear and important to all of us in our Mayapur community. He has given many years of tireless and steadfast service to ISKCON Mayapur, and the amount of people he was able to bring to Krishna Consciousness has made him truly a leader in Mahaprabhu’s preaching mission.

Sri Mayapur Co-Directors