About This Memory Space
This page was created for Manjit Singh Trehan's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Manjit Singh Trehan's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Manjit Singh Trehan. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Manjit Singh Trehan crafted a life of quiet generosity, global exploration, and inventive spirit, leaving an indelible mark through his unwavering care for others and boundless curiosity.
A man of gentle demeanor and sharp intellect, Manjit possessed an innate talent for brightening everyday moments, whether through thoughtful gestures rooted in long-remembered details or practical solutions to life's minor irritations. Reserved yet brimming with adventure, he embraced the world alongside his wife, ticking off every continent on their travel list, with Antarctica holding a special place in his heart. Beyond his journeys, he immersed himself in creative pursuits like wood burning, painting, crocheting, and playing music, while perfecting his swing on the golf course.
Manjit built an impressive 35-year legacy at Indiana University, where he earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees in software engineering before advancing to roles as a professor and project manager. Even in retirement, his drive for innovation shone through as he launched Advent Automation, channeling his problem-solving expertise into fresh endeavors.
Family & Loved Ones
Manjit poured his energy into nurturing those closest to him, from his devoted wife of ten years, Christine Trehan, to his children Kevin Trehan (Megan Reynolds), Samantha Petri, and Kate Petri, along with cherished grandchild Scott Petri. His sister Satinder Ajmani (Harpinder Ajmani), niece Garima Ajmani (Arjun Bahl), and nephew Gaurav Ajmani (Miriam Guzman) were also part of his tight-knit circle. He was preceded by his parents, Ranbir and Davinder Trehan, and his son Sukhvin 'Vince' Trehan, whose memory he held dear.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from across Manjit's world echo with admiration for his subtle kindnesses and infectious sense of wonder, underscoring how he wove joy into the lives he touched.
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