In Loving Memory of Our AmmachiOur Ammachi
Celebration of Life · 1938 – 2026

Remembering Our Beloved Ammachi

“a life of devotion, faith, and boundless love”

We gather with full hearts to celebrate the life, enduring faith, and boundless love of our dearest grandmother, mother, and matriarch.

Memorial Services

Service Times & Gatherings

Please join our family in person or in prayer as we celebrate Ammachi’s life and commit her into eternal rest.

  • Friday Evening

    Memorial Visitation & Gathering

    5:00 PM – 8:30 PM · Family Prayers & Reflections at 7:00 PM
    Hope City Church
    7 N Tuxedo Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37411

    An evening for family, relatives, and friends to gather, pay respects, share personal stories, and join in songs and prayer. Also broadcasted live via stream.

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  • Saturday Morning

    Celebration of Life & Memorial Service

    10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Hope City Church
    7 N Tuxedo Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37411

    A service of thanksgiving and remembrance, scripture readings, hymns, and personal reflections honoring Ammachi’s life and legacy. Also broadcasted live via stream.

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  • Saturday Midday

    Interment & Committal

    12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
    Lakewood Memorial Gardens
    4621 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37411

    Graveside committal service and final blessing as Ammachi is laid to rest.

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  • Saturday Afternoon

    Memorial Reception & Repast

    1:30 PM (Following Interment)
    New Testament Church Chattanooga
    4251 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37411

    All family and friends are warmly invited to join the family for lunch, refreshments, and sharing cherished memories together.

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Order of Service

A Sacred Commemoration

The prayers, scripture readings, and hymns guiding our commemoration and farewell.

  1. Processional & Welcome

    Opening music, gathering of family and friends, and opening words of comfort and remembrance.

  2. Scripture Readings & Hymns

    Passages from the Psalms, words of faith, and favorite hymns celebrating hope, grace, and eternal peace.

  3. Eulogies & Family Reflections

    Cherished memories, stories, and heartfelt tributes shared by Ammachi’s children, grandchildren, and loved ones.

  4. Closing Benediction & Recessional

    Final prayer of thanksgiving for Ammachi’s life, closing blessing, and recessional hymn as the service concludes.

Virtual Attendance

Joining Us from Afar

For family members, relatives, and dear friends joining with us in spirit from afar.

Memorial Service Livestream

Broadcast begins 15 minutes before the service

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Live Broadcast Time

Saturday, October 10, 2026

11:00 AM Eastern Time (EDT)

The celebration of life will be streamed live for all loved ones unable to attend in person. The broadcast feed will open 15 minutes prior to the start of the service.

Her Life & Legacy

A Life of Faith, Devotion & Grace

“Her hands were always blessing, her kitchen always welcoming, and her prayers our quiet, unshakeable shield.”

Born and raised in Kerala, Ammachi lived a life firmly rooted in deep faith, humility, and quiet strength. Through every season of life, her devotion to family and her generosity were the compass by which she lived each day.

She was the beating heart of our household. Her doors were always open to relatives, neighbors, and friends alike, greeting every visitor with a warm smile, heartfelt blessing, and delicious homemade meals prepared with love. Her gentle voice singing hymns and her faithful evening prayers were the comforting melody of our childhoods.

Ammachi’s greatest joy was seeing her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren grow, flourish, and care for one another. She taught us the true meaning of patience, resilience, forgiveness, and generosity. Though our hearts ache in her absence, her legacy lives on in every life she touched.

Words of Comfort

Memorial Tributes & Condolences

We invite family, relatives, and friends near and far to share their cherished memories, stories, and prayers.

Share a Memory

Leave a Tribute

Your stories and prayers mean the world to our family during this time of remembering.

Memorial Remembrance

Light a Candle in Her Honor

Click below to light a virtual candle in loving remembrance of Ammachi.

142candles burning in her memory

Remembrances from Loved Ones

Family & Friends
  • Thomas & Elizabeth Kurian
    Son & Daughter-in-law · Dallas, TX
    September 28, 2026

    Ammachi taught us what true unconditional love and steadfast faith look like. Her warm embrace, her endless hospitality, and the gentle sound of her praying every evening will remain in our hearts forever. Rest in peaceful rest in God’s heavenly care, dearest Ammachi.

  • Sneha, Kevin & Nathan
    Grandchildren · Chicago, IL
    September 29, 2026

    Growing up with Ammachi was the greatest blessing of our lives. We will miss her storytelling, her radiant smile that lit up every room, and the special treats she always secretly saved for each of us. Thank you for giving us roots and love. We love you always.

  • Mathew & Family
    Longtime Family Friend · Kottayam, Kerala
    September 29, 2026

    A dedicated matriarch of unshakable faith whose generosity and kindness blessed so many friends, communities, and neighbors both in Kerala and abroad. May she rest in peace and eternal joy.

Memorial Giving

In Lieu of Flowers & Giving

For those who have kindly asked how they may honor Ammachi’s memory in tangible ways.

  • Charitable Memorial Contributions

    In honor of Ammachi’s lifelong spirit of giving and kindness, contributions may be made in her name to local community charities and family relief efforts that were close to her heart.

    Contributions may be made during the memorial gatherings or directly to the family memorial fund.

  • Floral Tributes

    Should you wish to send floral tributes, white lilies, roses, or soft pastel arrangements may be delivered directly to Heritage Memorial Chapel on Friday morning.

    Delivery address: 1244 Heritage Way, Carrollton, TX 75006