Rajesh Sitaram Sawant
May 17, 1968 ~ July 7, 2025
Born in:
Mumbai, India
Resided in:
Cumming, Georgia
Rajesh Sitaram Sawant passed away on July 7, 2025, in Cumming, GA. A devoted husband, father, and friend, Rajesh spent many years in Grand Rapids, MI, where he raised his two sons before recently relocating to Georgia.
An avid table tennis player, he competed in local tournaments and found joy in long walks with his beloved dog, Ruby—whether along Lake Michigan or the scenic trails of Georgia. Rajesh was known for his warm, sociable nature and worked tirelessly to provide the best life for his family.
He is survived by his loving wife and two sons. Rajesh will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Services
Funeral Service: July 10, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel
1031 Lawrenceville Hwy.
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
770-277-4550
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I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband; please accept my deepest sympathies during this difficult time.
Raj and I first met more than 20 years ago and I have always liked and respected him and his knowledge. I will miss him. Strength, comfort, and peace to his family and friends. May his memory be a blessing.
Sorry to hear of your loss. Raj and I had many good years together at Tower International and the Autokiniton.
To Raj’s family, I want to send, on behalf of me and my family, our deepest condolences on your loss and we will keep you in our prayers.
Please accept my deepest condolences. My heart goes out to your entire family during this time. I hope you can find some comfort in knowing how deeply Raj was respected, admired, and loved by so many.
Raj was freaking awesome. Have an impossible task? He will give you three options to resolve it, none of which seemed possible. Never stressed, and the smartest person in the room. One of the funniest humans I’ve ever met.
From the time we installed a new dishwasher while his wife was in India, to being turned back at the border by guys with automatic assault rifles, we had as much fun away from the office as we did in it.
I miss the drives across the State shooting the sh*t, and the late nights in hotels figuring out how we would tackle problems for the next day.
Raj loved his sons, and would always have a great story about what they were up to. From athletics to sports, it was awesome to hear how much he cared for them.
Thanks for being a great friend and a better man.
Raj was a wonderful person to work with and friend as well
News was heart breaking. Worked with Raj for more than a decade at Tower and Autokiniton. Raj was very funny guy and it was always happy times even at late hours working with him. Very bright guy and helped our team with his expertise. Very good table tennis player , enjoyed playing with him and loosing every single game. He was always good with all people and a great father and I still share his stories of his elder son’s involvement with robotics
My prayers for the family to have strength to cope with the loss and for his soul’s ascent
Raj was truly one of the few people I can say I was deeply honored to know. His impact on my life has been profound, and his absence leaves a space that cannot be filled. He will be sorely missed—not just as a colleague, but as a dear friend.
Over more than a decade of working together, our friendship grew well beyond the office. We shared countless conversations, dinners, stories, and adventures. Some of my fondest memories involve laughter so hard it brought tears to our eyes. I’ll never forget riding to lunch in his old Toyota during a brutal Michigan winter—the floorboards practically gone, the heater on full blast doing absolutely nothing to help. When I asked him why he was still driving it, he smiled and said, “Because my wife needed the new van.” That was Raj in a nutshell—selfless, practical, and full of quiet humor.
I remember the joy on his face when his children were born, how proudly he spoke of them, how deeply involved he was in their lives—from their education to something as simple and heartfelt as building a swing set in the backyard.
One special bond we shared was when I got a Labrador puppy—and Raj decided to get one from the same litter. It was his first dog, Ruby. He poured his heart into caring for her, just as he did for his family: with dedication, patience, and love.
Though I’ve met his family many times—and even had the privilege of working with his eldest son during his internship—I truly feel I knew them best through Raj’s eyes. He spoke of them often, and always with love, joy, and pride.
My heart goes out to his family. I hope you find comfort in knowing how deeply Raj was respected, cherished, and loved by those of us fortunate enough to call him a friend.