Rudrani Devi Dasi

Rudrani left her body at an auspicious time chanting the holy names of the Lord holding the hand of Santa, her sister in law, while looking at her beloved Tusli Maharani.

Best known in recent years for her dedicated service to Srimati Tulsi Devi, Rudrani along with her husband & sister in law oversaw the care of the Vancouver Temple Tulsi plants which were featured in the March/April 2006 issue of BTG. More

Dr. Sukumar

friend of Rudrani & Sananda

Rudrani Devi was a special friend of mine. Whenever we met, she always made me feel like I am her favorite person and with her care, love and friendship, I have grown spiritually and we had a very special relationship. She was one of the most beautiful – beautiful inside and outside- persons I came across in life. more

Bhakta Stefan

It was only on a few occasions that I had the fortune of Rudrani Mataji's association, yet it was enough for me to determine her kind wisdom and faith in Srila Prabhupada's teachings and ultimately, Bhagavan Sri Krishna. I liked her openness to listen and her sharingness in our conversations.

Rudrani’s Last Days

by Sananda Dasa (Rudrani's Husband)

& Shanta

(Her Sister in Law, Dear Friend & Care Giver)

Dear Devotees, family and friends

Hare Krsna,

Please accept my humble obeisance's. All glories to Srila Prabhupada.

Several devotees, friends and family members of Rudrani devi dasi have asked me and Shanta for details about Rudrani’s last days of life and how she left her body so I thought of writing something for everyone’s knowledge.

Nov.1, 2006 Rudrani had a kidney failure due to complications from a bowel surgery following an illness of several months. more

Gopal Krishna Goswami

Mother Rudrani was a very dedicated disciple of Srila Prabhupada. I had the fortune of knowing her for over 15 years. She was always Krishna Conscious and desirous to keep making spiritual advancement. She was handicapped as a result of an accident that took place during the early years of our joining
the Krishna Consciousness movement. more

Vaisnavi dd & Rohinikumar das

Alachua

We had the great fortune of having Mother Rudrani's friendship and guidance, she was always there for us; from entertaining our family members during our wedding (dressing my mom and mother in law in saris) to counseling me in times of crisis. more

Laxmimohini Dasi (ACBSP)

Sent Nov 5th

Hare Krishna,

I am in Vrndaban and I will certainly offer prayers...but she is a great soul and whatever happens to her will certainly be ordained by
the Lord for her eternal benefit.

Please send my prayers
and love to them all.

Your servant, Laxmimoni dasi

Hari-Sauri Dasa (ACBSP)

What a wonderful result!

Rudrani kept full faith in Srila Prabhupada's words, tolerating a life time of disease and pain and she has been well rewarded for her dedication.

Your humble servant,

Hari-sauri dasa

Madan Mohan Mohini (ACBSP)

Sent Nov 4th

I have just received word about my dear godsister, Rudrani prabhu, and it is with great saddness that I write this letter.

I don't know when you shall get this, but if Rudrani is still with us and if it is possible, please convey this message to her from me: Rudrani prabhu, I place my head at your feet for having followed Srila Prabhupada's instructions all these years by setting such a wonderful example of tolerance more

Chamari Devi Dasi

I had the privilege of Mother Rudrani's association shortly after I joined the temple, on her first visit to Bangalore. She stayed a few days and I was overwhelmed by her enthusiasm to serve Lord Krishna and Srila Prabhupada. Never dwelling on her painful bodily condition, ....more

Jivanausadhi DD (ACBSP)

edited from several emails Nov 4 & 5

My husband said that he is going to Vrinda Kund and going to do something (like some special puja) there for Rudrani. We will be having special bhajans for her here too.
I am thinking of her all the time.

I have been offering candles to Lord Damodar for her everyday. More

Rukminish Dasa (ACBSP)

It is a mixture of sadness, relief and happiness when one hears of the death of a Vaishnava.

Sadness for the loss of the association, relief that the suffering is over and happiness for the soul's final migration. more

Akrura Dasa

Some special souls take birth in this material world to deliver a message and to show by example, how to lead a Krsna Conscious life under ANY circumstance.

As Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu said in the eighth verse of Sri Siksastaka :

aslisya va pada-ratam pinastu mam
adarsanan marma-hatam karotu va
yatha tatha va vidadhatu lampato
mat-prana-nathas tu sa eva naparah

I know no one but Krsna as my Lord,

Padyavali DD (ACBSP)

To Rudrani, my little sister

I cannot understand the way I feel
Since you left this world of pain
My heart is satisfied your journey's end Has brought happiness and gain

I don't feel loss,I don't feel sad,
I think my feelings are I'm glad
You did it all through pain and stress
None of which I can forget more

Bhakta George Seattle

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Rudrani dd for their pangs of separation. It had been almost thirty years since I last heard any news of Rudrani dd and most of you, but neither she nor you, nor the temple in Seattle where once we served together in the service of Krsna and Srila Prabhupada........ more

Parvati DD & Prassanatma Das

(ACBSP)

My dear Padyavali prabhu,
Please accept my humble obeisances.

All glories to Srila Prabhupada.
My sincere sympathies for the loss of your dear sister, our dear godsister. It is an admirable quality that she left in such a simple and Krishna conscious way.

I hope this meets you well.

Your servants,
Parvati devi dasi and Prassannatma das

Gokulananda Dasa (ACBSP)

Nov 12^th 2006

A humble saint's glorious departure

New Gokula Community, Vancouver, B.C., Canada

Our beloved God-sister Rudrani Mataji ACBSP has recently departed us in a most glorious manner.

Although we are sad to be now bereft of her uplifting association, we all remain in awe before her exemplary life's total absorption in Krishna consciousness, in spite of a severely defective body ravaged for decades with chronic rheumatoid arthritis. We were always amazed by her cheerful and enthusiastic demeanor, as she somehow transcended her bodily affliction, tolerating untold suffering with silent strength. Back in 1976, ...more

Dharini Devi Dasi (ACBSP)

When I joined ISKCON in 1974, Bhaktin Rebecca was one of the sweetest and most welcoming person one could ever find. She made sure that I was comfortable in the brahmacarini quarters, which the two of us painted peach and white while developing a friendship. We took first and second initiation at the same time, and I remember how serene she was at both initiations. Rudrani dasi was very easy to get along with because of her good nature. Although we spent a lot of time together, I am sad that we eventually lost touch. I liked her very much and keep fond memories of her. She is a true Krsna bhakta. It is with great respect that I say goodbye to Rudrani. May she now worship Srimati Tulasi Devi to her heart's content.

Dharini devi dasi

Nirmal Devi Dasi (ACBSP)

sent Nov 3rd

I was deeply affected when I heard the news. I was thinking she would come out of it. Even though she has been so ill it is still a shock. My thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you all.

Please give me love to Sanandana and Rudrani

Nirmala DD

Ramana

Dear Prabhuji / Mathaji,

I was very touched to read passing of Her Grace Rudrani Devi Dasi, her love and care for Tulasi Maharani would surely taken her back to Krishna.

Your Servant, Ramana (Hyderabad)

Pyari MohanDas

While staying in Vrndavan I would regularly call my wife Jiva to let her know I was still ok. During one such call she let me know that Rudrani was very close to leaving her body and me of how much Rudrani was devoted to Tulasi Devi. She told me that I should go to Vrinda Kunda and sponsor something for her. more

Bhakti Visrambha Madhava Swami

All glories to Rudrani devi dasi's service to Tulasidevi! Vrndadevi is so kind to her servant, Pundarik tulasi stotrum verse 2 says, "namah Moksaprade devi and "namaha sampatpradayike, and elsewhere in the same stotrum, "sarvasampatpradayike" that " she can give liberation, and everything else to her assistant".

Rudrani devi's wonderful statements at Her departure time will certainly be a lasting testimonial to the fact how Tulasi devi can indeed give everything to Her sincere servant, more

Bhakti Visrambha Madhava Swami
(ISKCON Delhi)

Vipramukhya Dasa (ACBSP)

Hare Krishna, Please accept my humble obeiscances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada.

It is with great sadness that I have learned of the passing of Rudrani devi dasi.

My sincere condolences to her family members, especially our dear friends, Sananda Prabhu and Padyavali Prabhu, who must be stricken with her departure.

Rudrani devi dasi was a dear friend who suffered for years because of her bodily condition, yet she always remained staunchly fixed on her relationship with her spiritual master, Srila Prabhupada.

I pray that she may bless all of us, especially this fallen soul.

-Vipramukhya dasa (Amarillo, Texas)

Harilila Devi Dasi (ACBSP)

Dear Rudrani prabhu, I see your gracious smiling face, feel your compassion and get inspired by your devotion, all within the first few minutes of meeting you. I never quite understood how a person could be so caring, warm and focused on the welfare of others. more

Vishaka DD (ACBSP)

I offer my humble and heartfelt obeisance's to Rudrani prabhu.

By her life she offers an exalted example of Krishna consciousness in practice: she was tolerant of her hardships and served the Lord and His devotees inspite of them.

She cared about others and did not complain about her difficulties or blame anyone for them. What strength she had!
I offer my condolences to her good husband, Sanandana prabhu, to her wonderful sister, Padyavali prabhu and to all the devotees and relatives who will miss her dearly.

It is rare to find such a person in this world.

Vishaka Devi Dasi

Racitambara DD, (ACBSP) Jayadradika dd, Toshan das & Revati dd (Mayapur)

Revati Sundari dd immediately began to cry. Her first words were: "Oh, everyone will miss Mother Rudrani. Now there will be an empty space in the world."

Jayada Radhika dd: I'm so happy that she's finally been released from her debilitated body and that now she's able to serve Krsna to her full capacity

Tosan-nitai dasa: Rudrani Mataji was such a nice devotee. Even though she was so sick, she always had lots of candy for the children on Halloween.

...More

Padmapani Dasa (ACBSP)

Dear Mother Rudrani Devi Dasi,

Please accept my humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada.

It's my great misfortune that I never had the chance to meet with you personally. But I remember your name so clearly back in the early 70's when our traveling party from Vancouver went through Toronto and your name was already famous because of your phenomenal service to Sri Sri Radha Gopinatha, the presiding Deities there. Your sincerity and dedication was well known to one and all, and you automatically had the respect of everyone....more

Geetha & Family (Mayapur Dham)

Rudrani Prabhu

A close friend for 12 years who was always there for me.

You were always kind and helpful in everyway I can think of.

Your support and positive outlook on life has encouraged me and helped kept me going for all these years.

I was always inspired by your love and dedication to the service of Tulasi Maharani more

Kevin Gagnier

Hare Krishna

I was saddened to learn of Rudrani Devi’s departure, although one cannot say it was unexpected.

I can’t say that I had much of her association – but what little I did have was memorable.

The only times our paths crossed was when I went to see Sananda and she would come to the door, invite me in and we’d sometimes talk for 5 or ten minutes. I always appreciated the fact that she would take an interest in what was happening with me and what my plans were. She never seemed to harbor feelings of resentment that those with chronic health problems often do, having accepted her lot with dignity and grace... More

Harakanta DD (ACBSP)

I knew Rudrani in the late 70s when we served at the 55st New York temple. She was always very kind and truly concerned
for myself and all the other young women there. I was given the service to personally take care of her needs so I was blessed with a lot of her association. She was and is a true devotee
dedicated to Srila Prabhupada.

your servant
Harakanta dd

Susheel Gopalan

Dear Rudrani Prabhu,

All glories to your life and your auspicious departure.

First of all I want to apologize for not visiting you in the last few weeks. It was a conscious decision on my part subsequent to the extended visit soon after the first attack. ....more

Sudevi sundari Dasi

On one hand I'm feeling happy about our dear Rudrani leaving her body since she is no longer experiencing the intense pain and suffering of this material world. On the other hand, I am sad to lose such a wonderful, caring friend and mentor.

I met Rudrani mataji in 2003 when I asked if I could help out in the Tulasi house. more

Damodhar Gopal Dasa

Once, a devotee was conveying to me his desire to serve in the tulasi department. Expressing a factor of inspiration to do this service, he related the following incident: Recently, a visiting devotee, who traveled to many ISKCON centers worldwide, mentioned in his ‘Sunday Feast’ lecture his appreciation for the beautiful plants we had in our tulasi house. He remarked: more

Uttama Devi Dasi (ACBSP)

I am sorry that I can not come to be with you all after Rudrani’s passing, but perhaps that is best, for as you know, I am usually too emotional to say what I deeply feel, so it is good to write.

I have to say that true to my nature, I burst into tears on hearing of Rudrani's passing. ....more

Rudrani Devi Dasi #2 ACBSP

The literal meaning of Rudrani , as stated in Krsna Book, means "one who makes one cry to remember Krishna"....and I did cry when I heard she passed away.

Rudrani and I were both initiated by Srila Prabupada. more

Vedavyasa Dasa

My humble obeisances to her grace Rudrani devi dasi

I feel so fortunate to have known this vaisnavi.Her and her husband Sananda prabhu have given me faith and encourament in my service for years.

It is so appropriate to hear of Srimati Tulasi devi just on her departure .The devotees are so unique in their devotion toward Lord krishna and this one is just sublime ,pure ,attractive,soothing...I bow my head in awe with folden hands, forever indebted.

your servant

Vedavyasa dasa

Saravabhauma Dasa

This material world has been again blessed by the passing of a sincere Vaisnava. Mother Rudhrani has left us all to take up her service in the spiritual world. Mataji always showed us her determined spirit to serve Krsna and Srila Prabhupada. Always spiritually strong, fearless, kind, and with all other faultless pure qualities, her instruction was that we should always love each other and treat each other as servants of God. Mother Rudhrani is a pure Vaisnava who has gone back home. Thank you Mataji for your inspired example of Krsna conscious seva. Thank you for your blessings.

Your insignificant servant,
Sarvabhauma dasa

FYI, Rudrani Prabhu now has her very own "In Memoriam" page on "The Prabhupada Connection" website:

In Memoriam

Rudrani Devi Dasi 2001 in her solarium with some of her beloved Tulsi's

Rudrani devi dasi (3rd from left) by Tulsi house. She along with her husband Sananda (2nd from Rt) and her sister in law Shanta, (first at left) was the driving force behind Vancouver's Tulsi care program

Sankaran Unni (Rudrani's Nephew)

After a lifetime of pain and suffering, Rudrani Ammayi finally passed away on 11/10/2006.

Born in 1953 as Rebecca Flynn, she originally hailed from Nova Scotia Canada.

Two major things in her life are her faith and her struggle with her disabilities.

Early in her life as a young woman, she was involved in horrific car accident, which resulted in disabilities that plagued her and racked her body with pain for the rest of her life. But in spite of al that, she was always cheerfull, brave and devout. She was an ardent devotee of Lord Krishna having accepted the Vaishnavism faith brought to the west by Srila Prabhupada. more

A Celebration of Life:

presented by Rudrani's brother Kevin Flynn

IN HONOUR OF OUR SISTER AND AUNT REBECCA (Rudrani) FROM HER FAMILY

The journey of life takes many directions and as a family we were spread across the Country and sometimes around the world but the love we shared as a family seemed to be just next door. Rebecca was instrumental in sewing our family ties together and for that we will be forever grateful. more

Rudrani's Horoscope at Passing

Visnu Dasa

Rudrani devi dasi passed away when the Moon was conjunct 27 degrees in

Gemini in the 7th Nakhatra of Punarvasu, a deva or godly star. It is translated as the "luminous", the "brilliant" and the "sattvic" one. Lord Shri Rama was born during the transit of this Nakshatra ! more

Dhanvantari Dasa

Dear Rudrani dasi,

Thank you for all the kindness you have shown me and for the humility and clearness in your devotional life. I hope, and am sure, Srila Prabhupada will take care of you the way you have taken care of his beloved Tulsi Maharani.

I will always remember your sweet, kind smiles and I pray that you will continue to send me some of them.

your servant,

Dhanvantari das

Bhaktidevi Dasi

Our Dear Rudrani mata

My dear Friend Rudraniji,

PAMHO, AGTSP. It is always easy to say Hi to a friend and exchange greetings when people meet, but when it comes to say the last hello to a friend like you it is not easy at all, because memories of life comes in the mind and mixed feelings of happiness and distress overwhelming the the heart do to separation. more

Manoharini Devi Dasi

I am sure you are so tired from all this grief and funeral arrangments,family,devotees and such. I just wanted to say one more time how much our family's heart goes out to you , sananda, and certainly santa. I will be working on monday, but my heart will be thinking of your family very much.
So many devotees have mixed feelings about Rudrani's leaving but they all join one purpose and that is to see the best for her and the worst for us. I hope that came out right? that is to say, to see her suffer was sad and to see her leave was also sad but to know she was taken directly to Radha and Krishna's pastimes by the hand of Vrinda devi is amazing!!! Many devotees know this is what happened. Please send our heart felt condolenses to Sunanda and shanta.
Hare Krishna
Manoharini dd and family

Pavani Devi Dasi (ACBSP)

sent Nov 6th

If Rudrani is on life support, as Jivanausadhi told me, then her situation is very precarious and she may soon leave her body. I think how fortunate we are that we have such a full philosophy that prepares us for this inevitable situation. more

Visnu Dasa (ACBSP)

Please accept my humble obeisances,

All glories to Srila Prabhupada,

Dear Rudrani devi dasi,

I was very upset to hear of your passing away. You were one devotee who truly exemplified courage, tolerance and devotion throughout your too short of a life. ...more

Bhava Dasa (ACBSP)

Hare Krsna,

All glories to Srila Prabhupada.

I have just received news from my Godsister, Padyavali dd (Rudrani’s biological sister), that Rudrani dd passed away this morning at 2:00 AM.

Padyavali described the moments leading up to her sisters departure… She said that Rudrani was feeling quite comfortable all day yesterday, and everything seemed to be going well. However, this morning at 2:00 AM, Rudrani called over to Shanta (who had been caring for her for many years, and who never left her side) to come over to her. Rudrani told Shanta that she felt an unusual sensation in her heart. They held hands and chanted the Holy Names (the Maha mantra) for some time. Shanta told her to concentrate on the picture of Vrndadevi (in gopi form) that was on the front cover of a very nice hand made get-well card (11″x16″) in which the devotees had written their well-wishes.

After a few moments, Rudrani responded, “I see the real Tulasi. I have to go now!”, and left her body!

I am sure we were all praying to Vrndadevi to be there for her dear servant Rudrani–to personally take her back to Godhead… It appears she did just that.

All glories to Rudrani and her many years of dedicated and loving service to Srimati Tulasi Maharani!

We will greatly miss you,

my dear Godsister!

Hare Krsna,

Bhava dasa

Balabhadra Dasa

Hare Krishna. It is with genuine sadness that I express my sadness to learn of Mother Rudrani's passing away. My wife and I have had several occasions of personal association with Mataji and her husband. Towards the end of our residency there we had the privilege of providing some small service on a weekly basis to them. Doctor Sananda can share that if he wishes. My wife and I feel a particular sense of indebtedness to this couple, and I am sure that other devotees there can say the same thing...More

Krsnacandra Dasa (ACBSP)

Dear srimate Rudrani devi, thank you for your wonderful service to Srila Prabhupada who's welcoming smile will be waiting for you. Thank you for your association in Seattle. Such sweet god-sisters are in short supply. I hope I will have your association again.

Your grateful god-brother, Krsnacandra das

Ajamila Dasa (ACBSP)

I never personally met Rudrani d.d. but I know her sister Padyavali well.
But simply by 'hearing' about Rudrani's most auspicious departure from this mortal world was enough, something every Vaisnava dreams about. The last moment of one's life is so crucial, as Lord Krishna states in the Bhagavad-gita. But for pure devotees Krishna personally arranges their death so that they can nicely remember Him, as was the case with Rudrani who consciously remembered Lord Krishna's devotee, Vrinda Devi, at her very last moment.

To even be CONSCIOUS at the last moment is in itself a huge blessing. When death is combined with much distracting pain and/or unconsciousness it indicates more negative karma needs to be undergone. But when a pure devotee like Rudrani departs consciously thinking of Krishna it indicates there is no more karma to burn up and so she attained liberation to Krishna's eternal associates....more

Lalitanandini DD

Hare Krishna. Mother Rudrani dd has been my caring friend since 1993. Her safe and Krishna consciousness guidance had a very strong impact on my own Krishna consciousness. Her love and compassion always won my heart. I could trust her and her husband. She still continues to bless me and I will never forget her pure nature. She will always be an inspiration in my life.

Your servant,

Mother Lalitanandini

Sridhar Raman

Dear Sananda Prabhu,

I haven't had the good fortune of Rudrani prabhu's association except for a couple of very brief interactions. I just wanted to drop a line and say how sorry I am for your loss. Wishing you all the spiritual comfort and growth our path offers to see you through this difficult time. Hare Krishna.

ys Sridhar

Rangavati DD (ACBSP)

Hare Krsna:

It is with great honor and respect that I offer my most humble obeisance's to my dear god-sister Rudrani Devi Dasi.

She was a wonderful example of tolerance and patience.

To stay fixed in her devotion to Lord Krsna, Srila Prabhupada and Srmati Tulasi Devi under constant physical difficulties is so very remarkable and rare.

My heart goes out to Sananda Prabhu and Shanta her two noble companions.

Let the glories of Rudrani Prabhu be heard around the world!!

In Fond Memory, Rangavati dd