Man Mohan Sharma

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Dr. Man Mohan Sharma, 83, passed away on March 27, 2023 in McDonough, Georgia.  He was born on September 25, 1939 in Batala, Punjab, to Sardari Lal and Satya Wati.

Dr. Sharma was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, father figure to many, brother, and uncle who lived a life full of love, joy, purpose, hard work, and achievements.  In his free time, Dr. Sharma enjoyed spending time with family, playing cards with his grandkids, sports, politics, music, and movies.  In his younger days, he also loved acting, singing, and campaigning for his favorite political party, BJP.  He worshiped Gandhiji and the current leader of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

He used Education as a vessel to lift out of poverty. He became one of the youngest professors at Hindu College in his late twenties and took it as his responsibility to provide for his siblings. He came to the US at the age of 39 with nothing in his pocket except the dream of being an immigrant for a better life. He then did a masters and Ph.D. in record time at Ohio University while supporting his family during the early days in the US. His one decision to take the risk of starting his life all over in the US singularly changed the course of his children’s life for the better.

Professionally he was a visionary leader, mathematician, educator, teacher, mentor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He received his Bachelor’s in Mathematics from Batala, Punjab, Masters in Mathematics from Delhi University, and a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education from Ohio University.  He was a professor of mathematics at Hindu College Sonipat, Hindu College Delhi University, Ohio University, and Clark Atlanta University.  He retired as Professor Emeritus in 2013 from Clark Atlanta University.

During his Ph.D., he developed the vision for using technology to improve the learning process for students and the teaching process for teachers by developing digital content, a math editor, and a comprehensive learning management system.  He was ahead of the time, even before the internet, and worked with the Department of Education and IBM in the early days to bring technology to many institutions to improve mathematics education.  In the 1980s, he started his company Educo International with operations in Atlanta, New Delhi, and Bangalore to consult with universities and colleges in the United States and continue to develop new solutions as the technology evolved, from DOS to Windows, to Internet and HTML.

He directed several U.S. Government and IBM-funded projects to develop pilot tests and implemented integrated instructional delivery systems embedded with customizable content.  He is the author of several books on Mathematics and internet-based learning management systems, now being used all over the USA, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and some select schools in India.  He was awarded Honorary Doctorate by the University of Philippines for his contribution to integrating technology into math education for better instruction and improved learning outcomes.  He also served as a senior consultant scholar to Botswana, Namibia, and the Philippines under USAID programs and invitations from these countries. The primary mission was to support these countries’ efforts in integrating technology into education. Under Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program, he was awarded a distinguished visiting faculty position in universities overseas.

Dr. Sharma will be deeply missed by his wife, Lydia Sharma; his children, Aman Bhardwaj and wife Anu; Jaya Patel and husband Atul; Christian Aybar and wife Katie; and his grandchildren, Abhi, Ashna, Kaiya, Rhea, Cristina, Braden, Carson, and Lily.  Additionally, he is survived by his siblings, Pyara Mohan Sharma, Jaginder Mohan Sharma, Promila Kumari Sharma, Vijay Prakash, and Mamta Sharma, and extended family in India and the U.S.

His legacy of resilience, zest for life, contribution to education, unwavering work ethic, and helping those less fortunate than him will be carried on by his children, his grandchildren, his wife Lydia, his family in India, the Educo family, and the hundreds of people he has helped along his life’s path.

A memorial service to celebrate Dr. Sharma’s life will be held on April 1, 2023, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM EST at the Wages and Sons Lawrenceville location. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Asha for Education, a non-profit with a mission to catalyze socio-economic change in India through the education of underprivileged children.  https://donate.ashanet.org/

Dr. Sharma will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, caring nature, unwavering love for his family, and dedication to education improvement.  His legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched and the memories he created.

 

Services

Funeral Service: April 1, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel
1031 Lawrenceville Hwy.
Lawrenceville, GA 30046

770-277-4550

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  1. CandleImageWe pray almighty to keep Dr Man Mohan Sharma in his feet. Our love and affection can not be described in words.Will miss him each and every moments.

  2. CandleImageyou will always be in my heart. Don’t know what I should say because every word is very small in front of you. We will miss you papa ???? RIP

    • CandleImageSir you will be missed and will be in our hearts forever. Through your life we have learned a lot. You were kind-hearted and helpful person. Our love cannot be expressed in words. Thankyou for everything.
      May your soul rest in peace. Om shanti????????

      • Irreparable loss, we are a new team of English textbook writers but in two meeting only a huge void has been created by Dr Sharma’s demise. Our deepest condolences to the beloved ones
        Neelima Sharma, New Delhi

  3. CandleImageYou are going to be missed… a lot . Rest in peace my dear friend. Your education legacy is with us, the people you touched. That legacy will continue its impact in our lives, our classrooms, and our students.

  4. Manu (pandit ji) I will miss you the most. Knowing each other since January 1961
    we parted company shortly and met again in 1964 in Hindu College. Thereafter we separated for ever only now. May God give you place in Heavens and strength to the berieved family to continue the good work initiated by him.

  5. CandleImageDr. Sharma was such a kind, caring and genuine person. His passion for helping students and his generosity and his personal attention will never be forgotten. Thanks for you so much.

  6. CandleImageMy condolences to the family. It’s a big loss. You will always be remembered. Your legacy to education, all the opportunities we had with you to learn and do real good things for our students, to be better professionals and educators is valuable and won’t never be forgotten. Rest in peace our dear friend Dr. Sharma.

  7. CandleImageBhardwaj Family lost our Diamond or legend, you always live in our hearts, (Today, what I am, Taya ji play a vital role in my Life.) My father Sh. Joginder Mohan Sharma feel today again father less. Journey start from Batala and end at Atlanta USA. We are proud of you Big Papa. Miss you Always, you are live in our Hearts. Love you , I have no words to express my feelings. ????RIP ????. Legend Never Die ????

  8. CandleImageHe was great soul and very kind person.You are always in our heart taya ji. OM SHANTI REST IN PEACE.????

  9. Mama ji…I still can’t believe I am writing a tribute because of your passing. Words cannot describe this difficult moment, but if this is the last time I get to say goodbye then I know I will do so with the knowledge that I consider myself blessed to have lived this life as your nephew.
    You touched so many lives by your selfless and countless acts of kindness, always giving and never expecting any favours in return. Your dedication to a cause was what set you apart. For every institution you worked for, you laid the path for others to succeed.
    The benefits of your hard work is a living testimony for so many young men and women you took under your wings at a personal and professional level.
    Mamaji, you were and will always be an inspiration to myself, the entire family and anyone who worked with you. You have left a void in the family that will never be filled.
    While we mourn today, we also take comfort in the fact that your mission on earth have been fulfilled. We thank the Lord for your life and bid you farewell until we meet again..R.I.P ..Om Shanti????????????

  10. CandleImageYou are the inspiration for many. We learnt hard work, dedication, and continuity from you. We will always miss you as you cared us like father.

    It’s hard to say goodbye. ????

  11. CandleImageDear Loving Sir,
    We miss you. My journey with you in Educo for 14 years is unforgettable. I am blessed by you and remember your words always as I am something today. May almighty father give you eternal rest.

  12. CandleImageMy first ever Boss and a Great personality who will always be missed. You will always remain in our hearts Sir. Deepest condolences.

  13. CandleImageThere are few within the time span of their existence, actualize the gifts which are their birth right. Dr. Sharma used the gifts which he had been given to serve lofty purposes. We will always remember him for his kindness and support for our students all others. Such a unique, brilliant and extraordinary soul does not pass this way often. We are so honored to call him friend and colleague.

  14. CandleImagePrayers and fond memories are what we have to remember our dearly departed. My most heartfelt condolences!

  15. CandleImageDeepest condolences to the family.
    I really admire your caring attitude towards everyone in the family, employees. It’s really hard to say Good bye to you and cannot believe that this day will come. You gave me the right direction in my career, guided me everytime which I really commend.
    Rest in Peace sir. God Bless the family and give strength to heal from irreparable loss.

  16. CandleImageOur deepest regrets to the Sharma family for the loss of your loved-one Dr. man Sharma.

  17. Jaya, Aman, Vijay, Tití Lily and another members of family. I pray to our God for your strength and comfort in this dificult time. I know Man was a very special person he was a man that enjoy to help others. I know his legacy continue to other generations and will continue to help others specially in mathematics. His memory will forever live in our hearts. My sincere condolences and sympathy for the family and friends in such hard times. A big Hug. From Puerto Rico family.

  18. Sympathies to the family. May God grant peace to the departed soul.

    Nirmal and Ramesh Gupta

  19. CandleImageMay the divine soul rest in peace, you will always remain in our heart. This void cannot be filled. OM SHANTI

  20. CandleImageDr. Sharma, a warm soul who filled the world with his intellect, love and kindness. You will live forever in our hearts and lives.

  21. Dr. Sharma will always remain in our memory as a visionary, a gentle soul who took it upon himself to light the way for others through education, kindness and philanthropy. Our sincere and deepest condolences to those he has left behind. May his soul always Rest in Peace!

  22. Very unfortunate for all of us to have lost such an illustrious and motivating person. May God grant him peace for his forward journey . Courage and strength to the family to bear the loss.
    Roman Dhawan
    Educo Family

  23. CandleImageRam Sarup Lamba and Pilar Beléndez

    God loves those who die young. Manmohan was a great and humble soul. Now he is without pain and suffering.He is in the hands of Almighty who gave him birth and strength to help thousands of people who came his way. God bless his soul!

  24. CandleImageMy husband and my daughters are united in prayers for our friend, brother, business’s partner and bridal witness in his marriage with the beautiful and lovely lady Lydia Villamil. Fly high to heaven dearest friend and eternal love to Lydia, your sons and extended family.

  25. CandleImageSir, we will always miss you and your memories will always be in our hearts. We have learned a lot from you and will always cherish those memories in our hearts. Thank you for everything.
    May your soul rest in peace.

    ॐ शांति ????????

  26. CandleImageSir you will be always there in my memory. I we all will miss your kindness and humbleness. Thank you for all the teachings,????

  27. CandleImageI am very fortunate to have known Dr. Sharma as a friend . He was a great human being and a true friend. My condolences to the family. May his soul rest in peace
    Mahesh Chandra

  28. CandleImageMy deepest condolesces to his wife Lydia and sons. He was a visionary and kind man. Rest in peace Mr. Sharma.

  29. CandleImageSir we will miss you always. You always be our side. Thanks for your teaching and support everytime. Rest in peace.

  30. Uncle Sharma, we are eternally grateful for having you in our lives. You were a great role model to all of us, gave us the best advice growing up and always cared for our family. You will be missed, but rest assured, your legacy will continue through us. We hope to mentor, care and celebrate the next generation as well as you did.

    Condolences and hugs to the Sharma family.

  31. CandleImageDr. Sharma was one one most respectful and caring person whom I have met. He was passionate about teaching and selflessly share his wisdom with us. He will greatly be missed.
    My deepest condolences to his
    family and loved ones. May his
    soul eternally rest in peace

  32. CandleImageI will miss you, my Chote Nanu. Aapki khushi bhari light hamesha sharma family me alive rahegi.
    Sending love and strength to everyone grieving the loss of a brilliant soul.

  33. CandleImageSir, I will always admire you for your generosity, kindness, helpfulness nature. Its very difficult to say final goodbye to you. ????RIP ????????

  34. CandleImageUncle G(Tayu G) was a Legend. Legend never die but become immortal. He was inspiration to many and I am among those many. I heard so much from my Husband @Deepak Bhardwaj for him in past that whatever he is today, is because of Tayu G Only. My father in law Sh. Joginder Mohan also used to say “ManMohan is pride of Our family”.I was very fortunate and got chance to spend some time with him. He was so kind, compassionate, very Down to earth man n very very hardworking. When I asked him, uncle G why you work so hard. His words are still echoing in my ears n m still getting goose bumps . His answer was “Beta jab Ghoda race mein bhagta to woh kaise b bhage lekin uske last k 100 meter ki race bahut bahut mayine (Value) rakhti. Bus wahi last 100 meter ki race mein bagh raha hun. ” It’s when horse run in race no matter how he ran through his race but for him last 100 meter race really matters to him thats what last 100 meter race I am running of my career” .We love you Uncle G n you will be missed forever. May God give you place in heaven. Your’s Daughter.. Poonam Deepak Bhardwaj

  35. CandleImageIt’s difficult to accept that you’re no longer here sir.
    You were one of the greatest and kind person I’ve ever known. You will forever remain alive as the most special human in our hearts and memories sir????????????????????????

    Thank for everything sir. I pray for the peace of your departed soul.” We will Miss you dear sir.

  36. CandleImageWe are very sorry to hear the passing away of Dr. Sharama. Very sorry for your loss

    We have some wonderful memories of our stay at StockBridge and Dr.Sharma’s
    generosity and kindness extended to me and Archana was unexpected and a pleasant surprise. Apart from these there are many things he did that were outside of the professional boundaries which is very rare in the times we live in. We cherish every one of them and would treasure them for times to come. We pray to give all of you strength to carry forward his dreams and legacy that which he has created.

  37. CandleImageMy Great Man Dr. Manmohan sharma Sr I will always miss u. youu r my Hero. Your Company Educo international India Pvt Ltd is your Great Soul will live with us. we proud of u.

  38. CandleImageDr. Man Mohan Sharma, my elder cousin and the bright son of my aunt (Bhua Jee) Late Shrimati Soman Devi alias Satyavati and uncle (Phupharh Jee) Late Shri Sardari Lal Bhardwaj (Batala), joined the lotus feet of the God Almighty, on 27th March, 2022, in the USA. It is a significant loss to me personally and to our Prasher families, who hail from village Kotli Surat Malli, Tehsil Batala, District Gurdaspur, Punjab.
    Dr. Sharma was about two years senior to me in age. However, I observed that he was many years senior to me in many walks of life. I have numerous fond memories of Dr. Sharma starting from our early childhood and ending with the last message exchanged between us, before he got into a severe health problem culminating in his demise. He was a gem of our families. His departure is a colossal loss to all of us. The void created by his demise can not be filled up.
    I pray to the God Almighty that Dr. Sharma gets the best place at His lotus feet, in the heavens.

  39. It is so touchy,
    Fond memories of his big and amall acts,

    Of affection, concern, care and kindnrss,

    For one and all,
    in Education,

    Or friends and family in any situation.

  40. CandleImageDr. Sharma was a truly caring and inspiring educator. As one of his former students I thank him for pushing us to be our best. He truly cared about educating students in and out of the classroom. Dr. Sharma will live on through his teachings and the lives he impacted. Rest in peace.


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