Tributes to Tanya
We are touched that so many people took the time to share with us what our amma meant to them and their memories of her. We have found comfort in the fact that she will live on in the hearts of so many.
Our heartfelt thanks to all of you.
Presented here are these memories (in alphabetical order of those who wrote in)
Tribute to my dear friend Tanya.
Enta takkuva rasanu vinevallunte entaina cheppalanipistundi
For the past 23 years continuously day in and day out I am in touch with them. Both of them were a wonderful couple. He used to refer to me as his sister and she as her best friend. Used to advise me, caution me, protect me in so many instances. I felt very secure, confident in their presence. Such a cheerful and ever smiling lady even with her fragile health. When I met her last, she said “I am very happy with this set-up”. Unfortunately, she never cared for the coronavirus. I miss them very much. My hearty condolences to the bereaved family.
- Ajaya
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Amma....the image that pops in my mind is always crisp cotton sarees and always a smile on her face. She was SO accepting of me and my girls even though we were her daughter-in-law’s family (I think she didn’t know how Indian mother-in-laws are supposed to behave 😜)....she just treated us as her own children...she was THAT amazing!!
For me personally, she has been an incredible, inspirational, pillar of support. She was always giving me valuable advice on how to give myself and my happiness more importance than ‘what will people think’ or helping me in so many ways ... like at the time of Cheshta’s wedding, she managed most of her wedding shopping...telling me in her typical manner....’Bas, Hyderabad aa jao, main sab shopping karva doongi’. Even till recently, she kept telling me that she will get my medical problems treated in Hyderabad. She was just too caring!! Never giving a thought to her health problems; always and always just thinking about others’ welfare.
Amma, it was an honour to know you!
- Archana
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I'd share each and every problem I had with amma, many that I couldn't share with anyone else. She would always have a patient ear, and come up with some solution or advice to give. She would keep telling me to not take on debt, and today if I'm debt-free, it is thanks to her. I will miss her a lot.
- Balaswamy
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I remember her from the age of 12. First thing I remember her is her crisp cotton saree and powder smell....I typically associate with Peddamma. She has been a consistent figure throughout my life... in different roles and have always associated her with warmth and love. I am fortunate to have beautifully memories of her and peddanana. I miss her dearly. Just the thought that she is not with leaves a massive cavity for me. She is the only family member who has believed in me in my low years. Navina nappachene pandutundani. I miss her smile. I miss her hugs. She always hugged me with love...no matter what phase/age i was in. She had been constant support all throughout. I have still not processed peddanana passing away. And now peddamma too. I loved them and I will love her always.
- Buddi (Saradhi)
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RIP amma/aunty. You were such a lovely person even though my interaction with you was during my early school life going back 40 years, you will be my role model for your simplicity, Telugu thannam, starched cotton sarees and big red bindi and radiant smiling face. May your soul rest in peace amma/aunty.
- Chandrasekhar
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Amma, my surrogate grandmother.
Even though she’s gone, something I can’t come to terms with, she will live in our hearts through the fond memories we have of her. Grandparents pass away, but in this case life has been so unfair, as a warm soul like her, who would have been surrounded by many people who’s lives she had touched, had to go away on her own.
If I were to explain my relationship with her to anyone, I don’t think people would understand how she was my grandmother, but irrespective of how we were related, she made us feel like we were her grandchildren.
She embraced us as her own when our families came together and proved furthermore that family bonds are made of love, and not just blood. She developed a bond so strong and full of love with us, that she was an essential part of our family. Her passing away has left a deep void, especially since we can’t be there. We take family for granted and assume they will be there forever. How I wish I’d made that call I was going to a few weeks ago.
Her yearly February visits to Delhi became a time I’d look forward to. As I grew up, the visit also meant that I was going to start my yearly diet but somehow I just waited every year for her to come and ask me to start, and only she had the power to get me to do it!!
A kind soul, she was always gentle in her approach with warm hugs, crisp saris, perfect hair and a smile on her face, always ready for any adventure. The gazillion aches, pains and ailments never seemed to faze her zest for life, and she was always ‘fine’ and wanting to know how the other person was doing. She took keen interest in everything we did. We have been blessed with grandparents who have had a modern outlook in life and Amma was no different. She always had such forward-thinking suggestions for things even we wouldn’t think of-right from tips for taking care of ourselves, to little suggestions when Advay came along.
She stood strong besides mom when mom went through a rough time in her life, something I’ll always respect Amma for. Her love was showered on me when we were preparing for my wedding- the amazing amount of interest she took in everything, running around with us all over Hyderabad so I would find what I liked. So many little things she did touched our lives in special ways.
An amazingly strong woman who not only supported her family through thick and thin, but also supported so many around her, Amma deserves all the love in the world- even when she’s gone.
Amma... I love you very much ... & you will continue to live in our hearts through your memories and recipes.
- Cheshta
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Tanyamma was a warm, caring, and graceful person. The strength with which she had overcome the trials and tribulations of life is inspiring. Personally, I have very fond memories of her and thatha from my childhood. I always looked forward to the visits to the farm over the weekends, I enjoyed listening to her music collection and raiding her collection of colorful bangles.
I vividly remember how she had spent an entire day helping me shop before I started my undergrad, despite her delicate health. That's the kind of person she was - strong, caring and enthusiastic.
I only wish I had more time with her as an adult. I will always have fond memories of her. And every time I come across a strong and loving person, they will remind me of Tanyamma.
- Divya
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I got to know Tanya Pinni & Babai for more than 3 decades. Met them first time after I got married... they both were so casual and loving. If I and Sobha were in Hyderabad and did not have time to visit they made sure they came over wherever we were. Mamayya was not a talker, but he is endearing in his own way affectionately calling me 'alludu garu'. Amma has this big smile and with her you never feel the age. On one of her trips to US we visited Vermont to see fall colors and I picked up a pine/bruce seedling and planted it in our backyard. It is now 6 feet tall... it reminds me of the bygone chapter. Seeing it brings back pleasant memories of a wonderful couple that enriched many lives
- ID Prasad
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The best thing about Tanya aunty was how easy it was to talk to her - about anything , at anytime - for a few minutes or a few hours - there never was anything that was off limits . She was such a good listener and so open minded and non-judgmental. She always had time for me. And as I got to know her more and more, I realized she gave the same kind of attention and time to a lot of people in her life. I remember asking her (anytime I went to India) when she would be free and she always said the same thing ‘ l’m free whenever you choose to come ’. I will always miss her company.
- Kranthi
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My memories of Tanya Atha are from my childhood, more than 50 yrs when I visited my maternal grandparents’ home for each vacation. Always a warm soul, she ensured that everyone at home is taken care. And that reflected till we last met her about an year ago when she visited USA. From me as a child to her cradling my grandson last year for his Cradle ceremony, the nostalgia continues. Would always miss chatting with her.
- Laxmi Prasad
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Her name encapsulates how ahead of her times she was. Was - feels a funny word to use for our beloved amma, who actually for us continues to live in our hearts.
Growing up i think we were very privleged, I think it was much later in life - I even recognised it as privlege - that we were surrounded by amma, nana, naani and papa. All of them so progressive, so nuturing and loving. Amma for me was just like a grandma - soft, soothing, loving, gentle, giving, caring, graceful, fashion forward- just like nani- amma indulged every little desire of ours.
One time I had this idea, that I wanted stars and planets painted on my room celling in fluorescent so at night when the lights were off the celling looked like the sky. When I was shushed by everyone, it was amma who diligently found someone to do the job. And wow, the people she found did an outstanding job! Whether we wanted to shop for clothes, jewellery, pearls or wanted biryani, achaar or namkeen - it was always amma who took initiative and made it happen. She was so large hearted that whatever raghu liked or even his family liked was always made especially by amma and packed next to the main door for us to carry home and many times even sent to our home! And while to some they may seem like things, to us these special moments made us feel like her children.
I remember detailed phone conversations with her, where she took keen interest in raghu and my life - asking about our work, our home, telling me to freeze my eggs (unlike the world who would ask when we are having kids, she understood) and best of all she would always ask - how are your babies - for doofus and dodo - she understood thats what they are for us.
Even Raghu felt so special with her, he had his own rapport with her. He would always tease Amma about Ravi bhaiya, and Raghu and Amma would laugh! One time we were to reach her home and she was perched up on the kitchen slab making raghu’s favourite namkeen especially for him! Raghu has repeated this memory to countless people!
For the longest time - i kept sitting with this tribute wanting to add more and more - i think i just didnt want to even say bye. Memories keep flashing back - various trips to hyd, amma and peddamma’s trips to delhi, ratan bhaiyas wedding - we had so much fun with amma! But some memories i think are hard to pen down but how she made us feel - loved, accepted, a part of her- we will always keep in our heart.
Teary eyed, we bid goodbye, but only to her physical self as the essence and spirt of amma lives on inside us. Everytime we say ‘amma’, our hearts are filled with warmth.
- Lubhana
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I don’t know a better person and can’t imagine a better grandmother than amma. (For some reason I always insisted on calling her amma and not naanamma, much to taatha’s frustration!) I feel so incredibly lucky to have been her granddaughter, her “sona”, her “chhotu”.
Below are just a few memories of her that I remember fondly, and that speak to aspects of her amazing personality.
Loving and caring: Amma showered me with love in so many big and little ways. From painstakingly deseeding sharifas and freezing the pulp for months so we could enjoy them whenever we went to Hyderabad, to picking handfuls of berries for me from our yard, with her frail health. She was constantly worrying about me. I remember once mom told her about an important call I had, and the next day she told mom that she couldn’t sleep because she kept wondering how it went! 🥺 A Whatsapp message she sent me last year makes me tear up every time I go back to look at it. It was a quote that she came across about how I could achieve anything I wanted, and it ended with, “I can't promise to be here for the rest of your life. But I can promise to love you for the rest of mine.” I wish I had expressed my love to her more, like she did to me.
Fun and adventurous: Whether it was playing black queen every day or just talking or going on some adventure, I loved spending time with amma. Despite her aches and pains, she was game for anything, from kayaking to sailing to swimming! When we took her sailing last year, the weather suddenly took a turn for the worse and the boat started keeling and mom was freaking out, but she was unafraid, just enjoying the rain and being out on the water. I shared with her that love for water. It used to be such a pleasure to take her anywhere, because you could tell how much she genuinely enjoyed every scenery, every new experience.
Cool: She was way ahead of her times, and shared a ton of sensible views and advice with me over the years. She was so tech savvy for her age, and quickly learned how to make full use of her iPad. It used to be so much fun browsing her Facebook feed with her and seeing the joy the architecture and art photos, baby videos, life hacks, and various other content brought her. She used to tell me, don’t worry about learning cooking, you can just watch YouTube videos of anything you want to make! The cute comments she used to leave on Facebook and WhatsApp always brought a smile to our faces.
I will always be inspired by amma’s strength, kindness, selflessness, thoughtfulness, generosity, curiosity, and positivity. She’s a role model if there ever was one. I really wish I had more time with her, but I’m just so grateful not only to have had such an amazing grandmother, but also to have so many fun and happy memories with her. I’m also glad she got to see me graduate and start my first job.
Love you and miss you lots Amma.
- Medha
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Ammamma was always my greatest cheerleader in the entire universe and always motivated me for achieving whatever I wanted to and used to appreciate me for giving my 100% whether I succeed or not. She was the one with whom I shared my feelings and experiences. Ammamma and I had a special bond, we always felt talking to each other was totally in our comfort zone and we never used to get bored. Words cannot describe our relationship. I believe ammamma, Thathayya and nannamma are resting their souls in peace and send loads of support from the heaven for me to achieve success.
- Meghana
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Everytime unnu has holidays .. even if it's for a few days.. we make sure we visit Tanya pedhamma.. she always welcomes us with a loving spirit.. feeds us and fattens us up in a single day! She enthralls us with fascinating stories about people around her and her family.. she is incredibly proud of those she calls her own.. our best memory was when we had a BBQ get together at our place.. and both pedhananna and she came over.. we had such a fabulous time together.. it was unfortunately also the last time we saw them together happy.. in my mind.. that's how I would like to remember them always.. she was one of the few people I know who always lived high on life and without any inhibitions.. she was there for us through good times and bad.. a true well wisher.. not a day goes by when I don't think about her.. forever in our memories..
- Munni and Unnati
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- Namita
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Amma... a term that we first used because that's what everyone called her but then became a term for the love and affection she gave and got from everyone. Always dressed in crisp cotton sarees, her ever-smiling, calm presence with the steely resolve, zest for life and independence made her a role model for all of us. We remember her gentle way of asserting herself especially when she fed us - she seemed to distribute love through food!
Amma respected personal space & individuality and was so open-minded - showing us that irrespective of age/generation, we all have the ability to be and love for who we are. Her needs were limited...and Amma was probably one of the early practitioners of the current trend of "minimalism"!
Closing our eyes, we see that calm face with the soft smile always willing to lend an ear, a shoulder or a hug!
Amma, you have left a mark in all our lives and while we miss you, we know you are in a better place... Rest in peace, Amma!
- Oza family
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మా నాన్న గారు కీర్తిశేషులు జయ ప్రకాష్ గుమ్మడి గారు మరియు కీర్తిశేషులు ప్రేమ్ చంద్ గారు చిన్ననాటి స్నేహితులు. వారి ఇద్దరి మధ్యలో మంచి స్నేహ అనుబంధం ఉండేది.
ప్రేమ్ చంద్ గారి సతీమణి అయిన కీర్తిశేషులు తాన్యా గారు చాలా ఆప్యాయంగా ఉండే వారిని మా చిన్నప్పడు నాన్న గారు చెప్తూ ఉండే వారు. ఆవిడని కలిసినప్పుడు అది నిజమే అనిపించింది. ఎప్పుడూ చిరునవ్వుతో పలకరించేవారు. ప్రతి దీపావళి పండుగ రోజు తప్పకుండా ఆవిడను కలిసే అవకాశం కలిగేది. ఆ రోజు ఆవిడ ఓపికగా కుటుంబంలో అందరి గురించి అడిగి తెలుసుకొనే వారు. చిన్న పిల్లలను ఆప్యాయంగా పలకరించేవారు
ఆవిడ మన మధ్య లేకపోవడం ఒక తీరని లోటు. ఆవిడ ఆత్మకి శాంతి చేకూరాలని కోరుతూ...
- Pavan
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I know Tanya peddamma (whatever relationship Munni calls people, I use the same, though sometimes it is not correct) for the last 29 years. She was the official public relations specialist in the family and besides having excellent relations with everyone in the family, she was genuinely concerned and interested in people. She always kept in touch and made an effort to keep people informed, interested and connected. For those of us who did not have the same relationship skills, she was also a quick source to catch up on all the family events and happenings. Meeting her was always fun and something to look forward to. Amazingly, she could talk to my daughter, wife and mother in law in the exact same way (informally, friendly, like a classmate or a best friend) because she was somehow able to relate across generations.
24 years ago when my wife went through a serious health issue in Hyderabad for several months and I was on duty in the Army, peddamma was the most frequent visitor. She invariably cheered her up in those dark days and helped her recover and cope with various issues.
The other thing remarkable about Tanya peddamma is that in 29 years, I have never heard one word critical about her, from anybody. This is extraordinary, almost like the rest of us are human and she is something better, angelic even.
Sadly, when peddamma fell ill, none of us could even visit or see her. This will be a great regret for Munni, Unnati, Nirmala atha and me.
- Pragathi
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Premchand pedananna and Tanya peddamma were a cheerful and loving couple. I had known both of them since my childhood as affectionate and caring people. Peddamma was one of them who was educated and knew English which was unusual in her generation. She was very homely and hospitable when we stayed with her during our childhood vacations. Can’t forget the yummy dishes she made back then. Her smiling face was an asset which drew many people to her from the young to the old. It thrilled me watching her lively face holding our little Pratham for a long time.
It is very unfortunate that, it was the last time I could see her. . But I feel good that I did speak to her in my last India trip though I little sensed it would be the last time.
- Prasanna
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- PV Rao
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నా తమ్ముళ్లు రవి, రతన్ కి, టాన్య అమ్మతో నా అనుబంధం,ఆప్యాయత పంచుకోవడం అంటే కొన్నిటికి పదాలు దొరకటం కష్టం, ఎంత చెప్పినా తక్కువే, అయినప్పటికీ కొంతవరకు షేర్ చేస్తాను......
నన్ను కన్నతల్లి జాన్సమ్ము అయితే, నన్ను పెంచినతల్లలు రాజేశ్వరి అమ్మమ్మ, టాన్య అమ్మ. Tanyakka తన పెళ్లి జరిగేవరకు నన్ను తల్లిలా పెంచింది, అక్కని మొదటిసారి అత్తగారింటికి (Domalguda, Hyderabad) పంపించడానికి వచ్చింది నేనే, that's the first time I came to capital of AP. మా బాబాయి ప్రతిరోజు సాయంత్రం tankbundki తీసుకు వెళ్ళేవారు.
After that almost upto 1981, almost you n Ratan used to come to Vijayawada during summer holidays, few days back I shared those lovely n Lively feelings with you.
From 1981 August to 85 Jan l am a member of my Babai family which u r aware, we all used to go to Hotel Rock Castle, hotel Minerva, Sarovar.....etc. Lovely n sweet memories... My Babai always used to introduce me to new people as his elderson, I used to feel proud, I have more attachment with my Babai than with my father, yes it's a truth. The art of correspondence, trapping government officials is what Babai taught me, after many up and downs in my life, it has been of immense help in my life. ఏంటి అమ్మ గురించి రాయమంటే, నాన్న గురించి రాస్తూ ఉన్నాను అనుకోకకు, they both are one, you can't separate and see them.
నువ్వు, తమ్ముడు రతన్ ఏదైన పొరపాటు చేస్తే ఎవరికైనా చెప్పింది ఏమో తెలియదు, నేను చేసిన తప్పులు, తన కడుపులోనే దాచుకుంది. నా ఉన్నతి, నాకుటుంబ జీవితం బాగుండాలని ఎప్పుడూ మనసారా కోరుకునేది.
నేను సొంత ఇల్లు కొనుక్కుని, ఇద్దరు కుమార్తెల పెళ్లిళ్లు ముచ్చటగా చేసిన తర్వాత, నిండు మనస్సుతో ఆనందించిది మా టాన్య అమ్మ.
- Ratnakar
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Dear Tanya aunty, meeru bhowtikamga dooram kaavachu kaani maa manasulalo yeppatiki nilache vuntaru. Asru nayanaalatho mee Ravikumar
- Ravikumar
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I wish Tanyamma had more time with all of us. She was a big part of our childhood growing up. The weekend trips to the farm were something I’d always looked forward to. She exuded great warmth and speaking to her made me feel all was well with the world. I’m glad that she found happiness and satisfaction in how Ravi and Ratan Mama’s lives shaped up. I hope she continues to find peace in this long long sleep of hers.
- Rohit
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I met Tanya Aunty, Premchand Uncle and the rest of the family about 24 years back when I was still a Postgraduate student. I did not know anyone in the house and yet there was no awkwardness. Tanya Aunty was beautifully dressed in a lovely yet simple cotton saree and welcomed me to her house with a beautiful smile. Before going there I wondered how I will be able to spend an evening in the company of strangers. However after reaching their house, it was all so effortless. Tanya Aunty was so easy to talk to that I often forget that she is almost the age of my parents. After that first meeting we met her everytime we were in Hyderabad and everytime we met her she made us feel welcome and at home. We never felt that we were not in our own house when we were with Tanya Aunty. We could talk to her on every topic including something so personal that we can never discuss with anyone else. She was always cheerful and full of life and inspired us to enjoy life and live life to the fullest. Only after Premchand Uncle passed away did she look a bit dull and sad. It was very tough to see her that way. However, when we remember her now we just see her as a person with a big and open heart who welcomed everyone with open arms. After experiencing the generosity and kindness of Ravi, Namita, Ratan and Soni and of course Medha, I have no doubt that she lives on in her children and grandchild.
- Rukmini
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Tanya Akka and I have known each other for an eternity now. The earliest memory I have of her is that of her growing up in Kasturibaipet Sambasiva Rao Mamayya’s house. My father took care of her like his own daughter, and it is no wonder that for she always felt like the sister I never had. We have such fond memories together, especially with Ratan being born in our house.
One of the things that sets Tanya Akka apart from everyone else I know is that she was always there when one needed her. Ready to help, forever with a smiling face. I want to particularly mention that she offered to host me at her house even in these trying times of COVID. She was an immensely strong lady who even looked death in the face without the slightest trace of fear.
Tanya Akka was also very progressive. She has always stood by everyone in the family through thick and thin. Unlike most other women of her times, she always had really nice things to say about her children and her daughters in law. She accepted them for who they are, just like she did everyone else. And that is why there won’t ever be someone like her. EVER.
She was fun loving and enjoyed company of people irrespective of age. Never saw her in a low mood despite of her back problem.
I hope that she is in a happy place now, with Prem Chand Baavayya.
Her life is a beautiful memory, her absence a silent grief. And although time may pass and fade away, memories of her will always stay!
- Rupa
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Peddamma welcomed me so warmly to the family when we got married. I will always cherish her warmth and love. Lately she has also spoken a few times with the kids over video calls, which I'm thankful for. I will always remember her ever smiling face.
I last saw her almost 9 years ago, to date, on my son's 1st birthday. When we got married, it was quite stressful for me as I didn't know anyone or the place, nor the language. Jhansi Peddamma and Tanya Peddamma are etched in my mind for the way they drew me into the family. I shall always cherish that.
Peddamma lived a long, happy life and spread her good self out to everyone. I hope you know that and derive strength from this.
- Sejal
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Not sure where to start but will try to put it in a few words regarding my association with Tanya pinni..
I've known Tanya pinni from the day I was born I guess but I tried to know her from a very young age feeling her warmth and affection. She and babai used to come to our home in Vijayawada with their two boys and we used to go to the banks of Krishna river to play with sand and whenever we visited Hyderabad, their home was our hub to stay.
When I was a teenager and started wearing sarees, I got inspired by Tanya pinni's style of wearing sarees so requested her to take me to the same store where she buys kota sarees and till today, kota sarees are my favorite sarees. She was my favorite pinni and she was always very forward looking in ideas. Not only me, even my mom used to be the buddy to her. I still remember how helpful and affectionate she was when we stayed with them during my mom's cancer treatment in Hyderabad - never felt that we stayed in someone else's house for a couple of months.
Our daughter felt fortunate that Tanya pinni was able to attend her engagement party and she felt that her own grandmother was blessing the couple.
She was very interested in enjoying nature and exploring the new things. My recent experience was our cruise trip. When casually talking about a cruise trip, she expressed her interest, immediately we planned our first cruise trip (thanks to Namita) and I'm glad that I was able to spend many hours with her sharing the same room, enjoying the sunset or sunrise from the room. We talked about many topics in the world along with my childhood memories, family and kids - I could spend hours and days talking to her and never get bored.
I truly wish I could spend more years with her but would like to cherish my memories with Tanya pinni for the rest of my life.
- Sobha (Baby)
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Just remembering Amma will always put a smile on our faces and hearts, and that is what she would have always wanted for us .. A pure honest hearted, kind, passionate figure of strength who never waned in her support or love for her family, friends or even just any acquaintances .. An incredible person who inspired everyone who knew her , with her smile and gentle voice.. One of the amazing qualities she had was she made friends so easily and left an everlasting impression on them .. The biggest thing about her is that she loved everyone unconditionally ..As long as life and memory lasts you will continue to live in our hearts, amma .. Really feel blessed to have been your daughter ..And I will be forever thankful for sharing one of your precious treasures, Ratan, with me ..Our lives will never be the same without you.. It really hurts me that I never got to say good-bye to you ..Rest In Peace amma, sourrounded by lots and lots of love, loved ones, music and peace 🙏
- Sohini
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Peddamma was as unique as her name. She was very soft spoken, fragile and kind hearted. I remember once visiting the family in HyD for a Summer vacation during high school and during my stay there I expressed my concern that there was no IIT coaching in VJA at that time. She without hesitation offered me to stay with them in HYD and finish my schooling while attending IIT coaching. That shows how kind and generous she was. I’ve never seen Peddamma without Pedananna or vice versa. Miss you both!
- Sridevi
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Tanya aunty was my second mom. She was always loving and caring and loved feeding me and the kids (mostly non-veg). I have known Tanya aunty for close to 4 decades and have so many wonderful memories of time spent. I was always amazed at her progressive outlook and her ideas definitely had a profound impact on me over the years.
We could talk for hours about any topic. I remember going to movies with Tanya aunty and then spending a few hours afterwards critiquing the characters and the story. All of us loved spending time with her and whenever we met, she had a beautiful smile and plenty of stories to tell. I would needle her about some topic and she would vigorously mount a defense. Tanya aunty had a way of making everyone comfortable around her -- Nikita spent many days alone with her and remembers every moment of it.
Tanya aunty was always special to us and gave all of us a lot of joy. We are so fortunate to have had her in our lives .. We all miss her but her ideas and stories and the smile will always live with us ..
- Sridhar
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The person I admire most in the world is my mother Smt. Pagidipala Jayalakshmamma. But, Smt. Potluri Tanya Aunty is no less than my mother.
Words cannot describe the association we had spent with Tanya aunty & Prem Chand uncle since the last twenty years (1999). She is mentally close to so many people, but for my family members she is geographically also. Due to physical location, my family members used to spend daily 2-3hrs on an average with aunty. Whenever we ask my mother to stay with us, she tells us that “Aunty is there, don’t worry about me”. Their friendship bond was so strong that even god couldn’t keep them apart.
Tanya Aunty is more inspirational, influential and an extraordinary person in my family member’s life because she helped and guided/advised me and my family in so many ways while dealing with family/financial matters. And, she is a good financial advisor to my family and so many other people.
The character which my family members observed & learnt from her life is - to be kind hearted, display love, joy, goodness, humility and patience. My niece Meghana is very close and spent all her childhood with Tanya aunty only. When Meghana was is 1st standard she wrote in her school exam - grandparent’s name as Tanya aunty. For her, grandparents mean - Tanya Aunty & Prem Chand Uncle.
We are lucky enough to have Tanya aunty (Potluri family) as our neighbours. God has taken away aunty, but her memories will always be with us forever and ever. Once again we Pray God “May her soul Rest in peace”.
- Srinivas and family
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చిన్నప్పుడు summer holidays కోసం ఎంతగానో ఎదురు చూసే వాళ్ళం Tanya అక్క పిల్లలు వస్తారని. విజయవాడ summer కూడా సరదాగా గడిచి పోయేది వాళ్ళతో. పెద్దా చిన్నా అందరితో నవ్వుతూ కబుర్లు చెప్తూ ఉత్సాహంగా ఉండేది. చూడగానే దగ్గరికి తీసుకునేది ప్రేమగా. పిన్ని అని కాకుండా ఒక friend లాగా feel అయ్యే వాళ్ళం. ప్రతి విషయం share చేసుకునే వాళ్ళం. మేమే కాకుండా మా పిల్లలు కూడా Tanya అక్కతో friendly గా ఉండేవారు. ప్రతి situation లోనూ ఎంతో ధైర్యంగా ఉండేది.
ఎన్ని జ్ఞాపకాలో ఊహ తెలిసిన దగ్గర్నుంచి నెల క్రితం దాకా. We miss you Tanyakka.
- Suchitra
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Tanya akka is my first cousin. More than that she is like a friend. We used to have regular long chats talking about any thing and everything. That is akkaiah. She is young at heart and loves going out and seeing places. I will miss badly a big sister and a friend. She is irreplaceable and only one of a kind.
- Vijaya
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I know ever smiling amma from 1975. She is a caring mother, mentor, lovely sister. For me she was everything. We both used to share many things. She taught how to live in my journey. Akka without you i can't imagine me.
Miss u a lot akka!
- Vijaya
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As a kid, I loved Tanyaamma’s visits home – her immaculate style, crisp cotton sarees, chuckle (followed by “gadida”) and stories from gandipet farm remain etched in my memory. I remember the time I spent with her during the summer after my 10th grade. It was not only a fun-filled summer of playing cards, eating mirchi bajjis and listening to family stories but one that made me realize how wise and modern she was in her thinking. Talking to her and listening to her life experiences instilled a sense of belief that no problem is insurmountable. She could connect with an 8-yr old or an 80-yr old with the same enthusiasm, and her ability to remember everything and everyone never ceased to amaze me. Speaks to how thoughtful and invested she was in every conversation. She is missed by all of us!
- Vijetha