Pandurang Kulkarni

Pandurang V Kulkarni(PVK), 82, passed away on Tuesday September 2nd, 2025 at Lowell, MA. He was the son

of Late Venkatesh Kulkarni(father) and Late Lakshmi Kulkarni(mother). Pandurang was born and raised in

Mudhol, Karnataka India in an agricultural district. He completed his matriculation from King George High School, Mudhol.

He thereafter studied at St. Xavier’s College and Bhavan’s College in Ahmedabad. He studied economics, journalism and law.

Pandurang married Renuka Kulkarni(maiden name Leela Joshi) on December 15th, 1976 and they had a happy married life raising their kids and spending time with relatives and family friends. He was a devoted husband taking care of Renuka Kulkarni during her illness and she passed away in 2009.

PVK worked at the Life Insurance Corporation of India and later on practiced law at Gujarat High Court. He was passionate about advocating for employee rights and his professional career was centered on furthering the cause of workers’ rights and safety.

He enjoyed reading books, magazines and newspapers. He was well-versed in current political affairs. He liked having debates and discussions on various topics. He loved long walks, spending time with his friends, extended family and grandchildren. He was a kind, gentle and thoughtful soul. Soft-spoken, helpful and fiercely protective and loyal to his friends and family. He was a good friend, father, husband, uncle, grandfather and father-in-law. He made numerous friends in India, Portland, Oregon and Chelmsford area, MA.

He is survived by children- Abhishek (son) Kulkarni, Pooja (daughter) Kulkarni, Sunanda (sister), Grandchildren- Yash, Suvir, Anika, grandkids, nephews and nieces.