Praying for the whole family.  Thinking of you today and often.  
Valerie and Dan Drohan.

I will always remember Wilson's genuine warmth and smile!  We worked together all too briefly many years ago at Intrepid/Alterian - others have mentioned Wilson's gift for brainstorming and I concur...so much energy for the art of the possible!  After Wilson moved on we would bump in to each other at industry events and his greeting was always that of an old friend.  You were a light Wilson and will be missed. 

I have found comfort and joy in reading these posts in tribute to Wilson—so many here have eloquently captured the essence of Wilson’s being.  I love reading the stories about his enthusiasm, humor, new ideas, and yes—his sense of style! My husband is a significantly better dresser now because of Wilson’s guidance over my Christmas and birthday gifts. Every single engagement I had with Wilson was always a bright spot during our days together at SAS.   I thank God for the time we had Wilson with us and seek His comfort and warmth for Nora and the boys.

I worked with Wilson at SAS for a decade and he was always cheerful, hopeful and very helpful. We enjoyed many great conversations personal and business related. I missed him when I retired in 2019 but I rejoice that I will see him again with Jesus. 

Our family got to know Wilson, Nora & the boys when they moved to our neighborhood. We met on several occasions and what stuck with us was his pleasant sunny disposition & kind demeanor.  We’re grateful to have known him and our heartfelt condolences to Nora, the sweet boys & rest of the family.

Wilson was one of my favorite people- inspirational, excited about branding, always quick to help, always positive. He would often meet up for a drink at Bonefish or the Umstead when I visited campus over the past decade.

On more than one occasion, he drove down to Wilmington to be a CI/AI speaker for our our local Cucalorus conference. We had beers at Untappd HQ, ate oysters at the Bellamy mansion, hit a tequila tasing downtown, and partied on a friend's (rented) yacht on the riverfront. I've got a few pics I dug up from one of those occasions... His presence is so heavily missed.

My sincere and deep condolences for the devastating loss to Nora, the kids and his extended family.  

*** Please note, Wilson's updated "Celebration of Life" service will be Sunday, January 30th from 1:30 - 3pm at Summit Church in Apex. ***

My most sincere condolences to Wilson’s family and friends. Wilson and I worked together over ten years ago and though our paths hadn’t crossed since I was frequently updated with his accomplishments thanks to his frequent LinkedIn updates. Sadly, it was the latest LinkedIn update that I learned of his passing. There are few people that come into our lives that are truly warm, caring and sincere, especially in the corporate world, but Wilson was definitely one of them. Though his time here was short he touched many lives and left a positive and memorable impact on all that he came in contact with. May the gift of Wilson’s friendship and the memory of the man he was provide strength to his family and all those that loved him. Godspeed Wilson Raj!

Wilson and I spent over a decade working together on media opportunities at SAS and he was the most gifted communicator I have ever known. And without Wilson’s support I probably wouldn’t be doing the work I am now. But my most abiding memory of Wilson will always be his devotion to Nora, the boys, his parents, sisters and their families. He spoke of all of them with such love. I will miss Wilson and his passion for marketing, and his energy. Always brimming with ideas. Always so positive. Always so elegant. Rest in peace Wilson. Holding Nora, Asher and Emerson in my thoughts.

Wilson was one of the first new colleagues I met when I started at Microsoft in '99. From day 1, Wilson's friendliness, generous nature and support left a great impression on me. Our shared Singapore experiences were the basis of many of our conversations.

I am deeply saddened to hear of this and express my heartfelt condolences to all he left behind so early.

May his kind soul Rest in Peace!

Sri Mandalaparthy

I am a reporter for CMSWire and interviewed Wilson a few times. I also met him in person. 

What a kind, sweet, thoughtful man. I always appreciated his insights in the world of marketing and customer experience. He was on the vendor side but you could never tell -- he was simply passionate about the craft of marketing and helping other marketers and went way beyond promotion of his own company.

Also, we had a really fun moment when SAS had a "puppy booth" at a conference (in San Diego, I think). You could go and pet puppies. I went right in and just sat down to entice the pups to come give kisses. It worked, and Wilson had a good laugh. He called me the "Dog Whisperer" in a tweet. Really fun.

God bless him and his family at this time.

Mr. Wilson was such a joy and pleasure to call a friend. I was a barista at his building at SAS and talking with him every day made my days special. I'll often remember making him his tall hazelnut latte. I will miss him dearly and his wife and children are in my thoughts. Thank you for being so kind to me Mr. Wilson. You were a true and genuine soul. 

Wilson Raj walked this earth as a man whose big thoughts, colorful charts and optimistic viewpoints inspired me and all his other colleagues day in and day out. His ability to connect concepts and present them with his infectious dynamism compelled us all to pause and lean in when he came around with something new to collaborate on. And there was always something new with Wilson!

Wilson was part of the “CI Family” at SAS that I am honored to still feel like I am a part of - despite my now having a different focus to my work for a few years. That did not matter to Wilson. He helped me feel that acceptance because he never stopped greeting me with the smile and warmth of someone just talking with “one of the guys on the team.”

So, of course, news of his passing shocked and saddened me deeply. He was an extraordinary man and truly a remarkable colleague. And yet, I take comfort in knowing the heavens will now benefit from having an angel up there helping them with animated discussions involving multi-colored charts on whiteboards about re-imagining how to do things. And I just know the other angels are leaning in …


Wilson had a kind smile and tone in his voice that was reassuring and indicated he was willing to help. I knew him briefly, yet looked up to his authority. He helped me in one case and he was a pleasure to get to know him. I truly pray for peace for his wife and her children and Wilson’s family. A beautiful man has left us. 

Though we did not have the chance to spend a lot of time together, we will always remember Wilson as a warm, beautiful, and intelligent soul. Nora - please lean on us - you are not alone. We are here for you and the boys. Sending you so much ❤️ and healing. 

Wilson and I have been friends since we were in elementary school together at St. Andrews School.  Our families also attended Church of the Ascension.  We would usually hang out with mutual friends at a nearby coffee shop after church and also met some times for dinner. 

After completing high school we were required to serve two and a half years in the Singapore Army so we did not  meet that often but still managed to get together a few times to trade army stories.  
After teaching for a short while Wilson decided to complete his further education at my alma mater BYU which created another bond between us.   He thrived at BYU not only academically but also socially and was named the best dressed man on campus one year.  

We managed to stay in touch through the years through social media and he was happy and proud of his family and new position in North Carolina.  We talked about getting together as I was in neighboring Virginia but never finalized anything. 


I’ll always remember Wilson as a warm, welcoming, and kind person with the infectious laugh; and who had such a positive outlook on life.  My condolences to the Raj family.  Rest in Peace my friend.


Dear Nora,

I am sorry to hear of Wilson's passing and wish you, Emerson, Asher, and the whole family comfort for your sorrow.  You and Wilson were caring friends and I appreciate the time we had together. I am without doubt that Wilson is now with the Lord and know your faith is also strong. Peace and love to you all. 

We were so sorry and saddened to hear that our dear friend and brother in Christ had passed away.  Our love and prayers to Nora, and to Asher and Emerson.  We know that next to God, Wilson's family was the joy and love of his life and the boys made him so very proud. The Raj family and home are very special in our lives as we remember many great conversations and laughs there for a few years during our weekly church small group meetings.  Wilson's knowledge and love of our Lord and his ability to share the gospel with obvious passion was a true blessing to us and to many others.  When I think of Wilson I think of how he'd light up when he wanted to share something about the Bible with us that just came to his mind.  You could see the excitement well up on his face. I remember when we'd sing worship songs and he'd play the guitar.  He taught so many, he loved so well and was a great example of a man of faith to us.  We are so sorry to hear the news of his passing and we want the Raj family to know we love them.  We pray that Asher and Emerson know and always remember how their father loved them so much and wanted nothing but the very best for them.  

I still remember very well  first time I met Wilson at Diwali party few years ago. We instantly became a good friend and we started talking about all kinds of food. 
Wilson had a great heart and he was an amazing friend.  We spoke over the phone recently and we were planning to grab a beer and hangout and I can’t believe this heartbreaking news. 
I will have a beer for you my brother! Rest In Peace. 

**** Due to weather, Wilson's Memorial Service has been rescheduled to Sunday January 30th from 1:30 - 3pm at Summit Church in Apex. ****

Wilson is more than just a friend. It has been close to 40 years of friendship from the time we met at the Institute of Education as trainee teachers where he was President of the Students Council. He had all it takes to be a great leader then with a heart for everyone.  We were all part of informal group called the Machans  - who hanged out together, enjoyed the jokes and banter and till today reminiscing the fun moments together. And one that pops up always was Wilson as  the lead singer of a band formed by a group of guys.
Over the years we have manage to catch up on numerous occasions and it was always great hearing him talking passionately about his job, as well as, about Nora and the boys- a truly loving husband and father.
He will always be in our hearts.
Gobi Nair

I first met Wilson early in my career as an intern on his team at SAS. Working with him for the next six years was truly a joy. His passion and energy not just for marketing, but for life in general, was infectious. Wilson was a great collaborator and storyteller. He was also a friend who was always down to chat. Wilson had a great taste in fashion and always had a smile on. I learned a lot from Wilson and will miss him. My deepest sympathy to his family. 

I had the pleasure of working with Wilson a few different times back in Seattle. With his electric smile and energy, he lit up any room he entered and made a favorable impression on everyone he met. So kind, passionate and helpful. A devoted family man, his love for Nora, the boys and his church community always evident. May his memory be a blessing. 

I had the pleasure of working with Wilson when at Alterian. Immediately I realized he is one of the kindest individuals I have had the pleasure to meet. He elevated me as a human on many levels.  His integrity, his authenticity...the list goes on and on.

I in particular loved how he spoke of his wife and family.  He exuded love for them.  

To the family, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. And I was so honored to know this man - even if for a short while. Sending you all the love I know he would want for each and everyone of you. I have no doubt - he is in a place watching over all of you and ensuring you are cared for always.  
Amanda

I’ll never forget the sheer kindness Wilson radiated. Anytime he was around, you felt warm, welcome, loved, included, cared for, and you felt the faith he had in Our Lord God. I was so very fortunate to be in the Raj’s small group. I learned so much from Wilson and Nora and they both were there for me through EVERYTHING. They visited me in the hospital, they helped me pick up pieces after a huge life incident, they lead by example, and taught me so much about God and the Bible. I’m heartbroken to hear the passing of Wilson and I’m also heart broken for his absolutely amazing family who were so close with him. Thank you, Wilson. You have made a mark on this Earth and in all of our hearts! 

Dear Nora and family, We're so sorry to hear about Wilson's home going. We've been thinking of memories of Wilson-dinner at our house, your lovely wedding, Al in the Roman's group with Wilson, and just days before you headed east, I ran into Wilson at Caffe Ladro and said good-bye. As been mentioned, Wilson was a kind man with a kind heart who reflected his love for Christ. Our prayers are with you.

Wilson, my podcast buddy. We had tons of fun discussing ideas and recording episodes for the SAS reimagine marketing podcast. Wilson would always have a clear vision and strategy on what direction we should be going. I had the opportunity to learn a lot about branding from him. I will never forget the the sparkle in his eyes when talking about immersive tech,  AI for marketers or a another new trend in the business. 

I am grateful to have the opportunity to collaborate with Wilson and his team last year - albeit it was too short. Wilson was absolutely brilliant, down-to-earth, and kind ... someone that you wish you met long time ago. He will be missed. 

My deepest sympathy to the family. So sorry for your loss. 

Wilson, one of the nicest people I’ve ever known. Humble and always willing to add smiles to others. Never have I seen him once get angry… I will always  remember how he read a message from me to my ex through the PA system of the IE canteen on a Valentine’s Day celebration… The five mortal words of  Lionel Rictchie … I Do love you, Still! And I will never forget the last time we met and that hug! Goodbye my friend…

I'm not sure where to start, Wilson was really one of a kind.  Always a smile and always an engaging personality and always a lot of passion about whatever subject we were talking about.  From the first time I met him in Seattle many years ago to the last time we spoke, that is how I will remember Wilson.   You could sit down with Wilson over a cup of coffee and talk about a deep philosophical topic or have a beer and talk about the Seahawks - and we had done both.  Wilson was also a world class BS'er - that's "brainstormer", not the other kind.  If you ever sat in a room and discussed the strategy for a meeting or presentation you know what I mean.  Wilson always brought a unique perspective and great insights.  I will miss Wilson greatly, my condolences to his family at this difficult time. 

I had the pleasure of meeting Wilson (known to me as Higgins) and working out with him this past summer through F3.  He showed up to every workout with a bright smile and a positive attitude.  He faced every workout challenge head on and constantly encouraged those around him.  He was a joy to be around and I am grateful for the time I did get to spend with him.  My sincerest sympathies to his entire family.  May God fill you with his grace and peace!

Where to start.  Wilson and I worked very closely together for the better part of 10 years - thus the Wilson top 10 (in no order):

1.	His love of color and fashion.  Every time I see a pair of colored shoelaces or a pocket square, I will think of Wilson. One time, he told me about how he made a new friend in the coffee shop - that was creating a batch of reversible custom pocket squares for him.  Mind blown.

2.	His deep understanding of marketing.  He helped me view marketing as a “craft” that had to be honed over time.  No end game, but a continual process of improvement.  

3.	His creativity. We worked on LOTS of projects together - such as animated videos and presentations where he envisioned unique ideas and brought them to life.

4.	His mastery of bro-isms.  Brobaham Lincoln. Brozart. Broba Fett. Brobi Won Kenobi. His mastery and recall of bro-isms was second to none and a fun way to open an email or conversation.

5.	His love for soup.  “Hey Jon, I’m heading down to get some soup. Wanna come along?”  Not lunch, always soup!

6.	His love for the movie “A Christmas Story”. One holiday season, he needed to borrow my leg lamp for his front window at home.  

7.	His love for the Seahawks.  He wasn’t one of those annoying sports fans though - that brings up every time their team wins. 

8.	His love for Apple products.  Wilson was a daper dude - thus it only makes sense that Macbooks were his weapon of choice to slay marketing matters.  

9.	His ability to lighten the mood.  In times when matters got serious, he had a unique way of lightening the conversation and intensity. 

10.	His love for his family.  It came through in how he recapped family vacations.  How he talked about Emerson and Asher’s school projects, sports pursuits, or visits to local museums. How he shared with pride Nora’s work and accomplishments.

To say Wilson significantly impacted my life is an understatement.  I will miss him. My deepest condolences to Nora and the boys.


The entire team at Adweek so enjoyed working with Wilson.  He had a gentle nature and fierce mind.  His contribution to the thought-leadership in our industry will be missed, as well as his spirit. 

Fondly, Elaine Mershon, Adweek

Nora & Family - we're so sorry for your loss.  Wilson was energetic, full of charisma, and loved to laugh and joke with many of us at church. His love for the Lord was evident and we know that he is now enjoying his time with his Savior.  We pray for comfort and God's care for you in this difficult time of mourning.

I remember the brightness and intelligence in Wilson's eyes, which emphasized and conveyed the enthusiasm and passion he brought to every interaction I had with him, and all others too, I am sure.  A wonderful man.

Wilson was part of my interview slate for SAS. When I first met him, I was immediately excited by his energy, passion for marketing, and shared experiences we had in the agency world. I was thrilled we'd get to work together daily, which we did for the next two years, and quite often since then. Like so many have said, he truly shined in his thought leadership role, dazzling crowds with his warm smile, infectious energy and innovative strategies, not to mention his sharp apparel (hands-down, he wins best-dressed).  He also lit up when he spoke of his boys and Nora, as he recounted the weekend's happenings or upcoming vacation plans. Wilson, I will think of you often, and hope to channel you going forward: your insightful marketing frameworks, alliterative structures like the 3 P's (or A's, or D's) that were so catchy to your audiences, and most of all your warmth towards others and excitement for all you did. I'll miss you, my friend. 

Wilson was an amazing awesome dad. He was so much fun to be around and always put a smile on people’s face. 

Such a sad loss to hear of Wilson's passing. :(  I met Wilson at Mars Hill Church in Seattle during its good 'ol days in the early 2000s. Wilson was exactly like so many people said: kind, genuine, caring, and loved others. He loved Jesus. He made time for you, and he was a great listener. Indeed, when you were in conversation with him he made you the most important thing at that moment. He will be sorely missed by many. He is with his Saviour in heaven now. I pray for comfort and peace through this time of grieving for Nora and the boys, and Wilson's family. 

To my friends and fellow martial artist Asher and Emerson. I am praying for you and your family. I was always so happy to see you and your dad come in to taekwando. He smiling down at all of us from heaven. Hope to see you soon. Love Noura and Noah 

I struck a special bond with Wilson since we had Singapore in common. We shared our fondness for Singapore and chatted about  our work. Wilson was so positive, passionate, energetic and always smiling. 

Through Wilson, we met his beautiful family, Nora, Emerson and Asher and we are  lucky to know them and to spend time with them. 

I wish that I had spent more time with him, but consider myself very very fortunate to have the connection with him and his family. 
His passing has reminded me to enjoy more and celebrate more the wonderful friendships that we all have.  
Dear Wilson, Rest In Peace my friend.

Pic that I couldn't add to my rememberance...

Nora, Emerson, Asher,  our heart goes out to you in the lose of your husband/father.  Wilson was so dear to our hearts and we loved him dearly.    Lifting you up in our prayers.  

To know him, was to love him – and I was the luckiest. 17 years of marriage flew by; Wilson was extraordinary and an inspiration. I was shaped for the better in ways that are beyond words. We will always love and miss him. The only measure of peace we have is the assurance that he’s in Heaven. 

Wilson, your legacy lives on in our two wonderful boys. 


Wilson was used by the Spirit to make me a better man, and together we got to build each other up by leading a years long men's group. I credit this period with opening my eyes to the joys and comfort of Jesus, and I'm a better follower, father, husband, and friend today because of it. I know that I am not alone in this. 

You knew that Wilson belonged to Jesus because of how he loved.  And I mean LOVED. Show me a person who had a conversation with Wilson without being validated and I will show you a stone. A literal one, because the former doesn't exist. Show me a person who was judged by Wilson and I'll do the same.

One of our favorite things was to play guitar and sing together. He was the McCartney to my Lennon in that I was the walking mess that was lucky to be around him. There was, is, and I suspect never be someone I'd rather sing with. I hope you knew he could sing - he once fronted a band! He never played it for me, but I have a recording of the worship "band" we were in with a few other guys, and I listen to it regularly because it's one of my favorite times ever - singing songs to the Lord with one of the best fellas I've met in my life. 

Enjoy Jesus my friend. I can't wait to see you - we'll be singing together again then. Don't forget it's capo 2.

 Wilson was an energetic passionate character who I have been very fortunate to work alongside for ten years.  He and I spent many occasions brainstorming new ideas, preparing for customer presentations or sharing funny stories about work and life.   Wilson always made time for co-workers and was willing to lend a helping hand on nearly any new task that came our way.  What will always stick with me is his unbounding passion and energy to help anyone in any way he could.  He was a friend to all, I will miss him dearly.


Father-in-law is an incomplete title for my relationship with Wilson. He was a dear friend. He always called me JP - from the early days while courting Nora in Seattle until a couple months ago when we celebrated Thanksgiving at their home in Cary, NC.  
One of Wilson's prominent qualities, to me, seemed to be his willingness to invest time with us  - whether a simple visit or a special activity. Wilson made "being together" simply fun. We enjoyed his company; from camping trips in the Pacific Northwest to visits in Wilmington, NC and Myrtle Beach, SC.  Another characteristic of Wilson was his generosity. I don't recall an incident of being able to out-wrestle him for the restaurant tab. 
Wilson loved his family and he was a very engaged father.  I have images of him helping prepare his boys for school. He made certain their clothes matched and hair was combed - if not, he put on the final touches. Wilson was a dapper fellow himself.  RIP Wilson. I will greatly miss you.

I was fortunate to meet a Wilson about 10-12 years ago and worked with him in several projects together as an analyst.  


He was an extraordinary man. Kind, gentle, incredibly smart, driven, and almost every good adjective I could find would fit here.  


Extreme professional and amazing human. Best combination you can find.  We developed a “professional friendship” and am grateful we spent time talking about more than just work. His commitment to his family was unparalleled.  As was his penchant for life. 


Terrible sorry and shocked to hear this. My best wishes and thoughts for his family and other friends. 

I had the privilege of working with Wilson in numerous customer briefings hosted in Cary HQ, and we were also both located in the same building. He was always positive, with a smile for everyone. I never heard a bad word from him about anyone. Always happy to engage, chat and collaborate. He always brought a positive energy to every meeting, and always greeted you like a friend. He will be missed by many, many people.

I have so many fond memories of Wilson. His enthusiasm was infectious, his knowledge inspiring and his generosity and warmth unmatched.

Three memories I will always cherish.

#1 Our first in person meeting after he joined our team.  

It wasn’t in Cary, or even USA, but in Heidelberg, Germany.  We were attending the EMEA Customer Intelligence workgroup.  He fitted right in and wasted no time getting to know pretty much everyone - all 80+.  Wilson was a natural socialiser that could get on with anyone.  Someone that could elicit a smile, add value to the conversation and leave a lasting impression. He will be missed across the globe.

#2 Our Marketing Genie promo.

This was a team building exercise.  We had to make a video to explain what the “marketing team” got up to. Two or three hours to come up with ideas and a script, then a couple more to film it.  Wilsons eyes lit up immediately - you could see the cogs of his mind instantly kick into gear.  The script revolved around “marketing Genies” - people that could conjure up solutions at the drop of a hat to support others.  We had a blast and raised a few eyebrows after getting Jim Goodnight & Jim Davis to star in our production - JG saying we needed "more marketing geniuses” and JD with “get me that Genie!”.  I’ll never forget Wilsons face when we walked into Jim’s office and asked him to play a part - priceless. After getting the clip he was like an excited school kid, giggling and high fiveing in his typical infectious way.  Wilson was always a joy to work with and the epitome of a marketing Genie.

#3 Thanksgiving.

Wilson wasn’t just a colleague - he was a friend.  As immigrants to America, our families were over 4k miles away in Europe.   On more than one occasion, Wilson & Nora invited us to celebrate Thanksgiving with Emerson, Asher, Suzanna & Hector.  Genuine warmth, kindness and generosity.  

We are now back in Europe, but the memories will never fade.  Rest in peace my good friend.

The first time I met Wilson in person had been after MONTHS of conference calls and working on some research for Chief Marketing Officers. It was over a decade ago. But there, in a video filming suite in Cary, NC on the SAS Campus, there was Wilson with that big, infectious smile that I quickly learned was the opening salvo to a wicked sense of humor.  I will be eternally grateful that I was able to see Wilson just last fall...an opportunity to once again catch up and share some laughs. I will always cherish that elbow bump, fist bump, high five while laughing through hand sanitizer moment. I will work to honor Wilson by remembering his generosity and kindness. He was always so willing to share his thoughts, to connect, engage and debate with any and every marketer. He made time for people and sought to learn as much as he taught. To his family, you are in my thoughts and prayers...thank you for sharing him with us.  

Dear Aunty Leela, Christina, Suzanna and Nelson. My mum, sister and I send you our deepest condolences and sympathies. 

Wilson and I grew up together in St Andrew’s School and Church of the Ascension. He was a good friend throughout. Often, he’d be our class monitor. He took this job very seriously. I can attest to that because, friend or no friend, my name went into his note book with much regularity. Yet, oddly enough, the name seldom made its way up to the form teacher or the dreaded discipline master. 

For one reason or the other we could not meet when he was here 3 years ago. We had a good phone conversation though and promised to meet the next time an opportunity came around. 

May God’s comfort be upon each of you. Please convey the same to Nora and the kids. God Bless. 

When I joined SAS, Wilson was one of the first few colleagues with whom I partnered for a long & extensive marketing session at a client site.  He was awesome! In all 5+ years since I had known him, he was a marketer all-in, in style, substance, knowledge! Full of energy & committed to the team’s success! I will always remember him as a crisply dressed & polished colleague and he will always glow wherever he is!! 

Dear Nora, Emerson, and Asher,

We’re heartbroken by this news. We have such dear and fond memories of Wilson and all of you from our beloved community group days. Wilson was kind, fun, creative, passionate, brilliant, funny and a faithful follower of Jesus. We enjoyed his company as a brother and friend, his insight into the scriptures, and his loving heart. Since we heard this sad news, you have been in our prayers and will continue to be. God bring you comfort, peace and provision for every need. Love, the Ellefsens

Dear family members of Wilson Jeyakumar Raj

My wife, Christianne Choo and I,  James Lee are members of Church of The Ascension from 1965 till today.  
Wilson was one of our Sunday School boys together with Mary George in the same Sunday School Class.

Wilson I recall is a well-mannered boy, eager to ask questions and clarifications for his knowledge, which must have enhanced his desire to learn and be excellence in his career. I recalled we met some years ago at St Andrew's Cathedral for a Synod meetings some years back.

We send of condolences and apologies not able to attend his wake, due our duties as grandparents to send our grandkids to school and Kindergarten

God Bless you all family members at this time of sadness,  and our prayers are with you all

Christianne and James Lee 

Wilson and I were classmates from Pr 1 (1st grade). He was quiet, industrious but always happy and smiling. Yes, he was one of the “better” students while I kinda trailed further back in the class. 
We remained in the same school — and for the most part, the same class — until we completed our GCE “O” Levels age 16.
Though we lost touch after that we met again about 3 years ago when he was in SIngapore for our class reunion. That was the last time I saw him but it was happy occasion.
I’m glad to have counted him my friend and I’m sorry to hear of his passing. Comfort and peace to Nora and the kids.

Every conversation between Wilson and I was a joy.  Every collaboration was an inspiring experience. His enthusiasm was infectious. His knowledge, and the willingness to share it for the benefit of others in the most engaging ways imaginable, took discussions to the highest heights on a huge variety of topics. When Wilson spoke, people listened. When people spoke, Wilson listened. Wilson was stylish. He had panache. He made everything look effortless.  He was generous with his time. I'm so sorry he's gone from our lives, but I will never forget him, because Wilson is unforgettable. I'm grateful to have known this very special man. 

While I only had the pleasure of working with Wilson on a few occasions, you didn't need to be around him long to recognize his intelligence was only surpassed by his kindness.  Wilson was one of the nicest people I've met in my entire professional career.  My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family and friends on the loss of this truly good man.

I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Wilson over the course of a year or so on a research project. He was a brilliant man, a kind and loving human being, and someone who never hesitated to share how much he loved and cherished his family. He will be missed and forever remembered. 

I worked with Wilson at SAS for many years. He had a heart of gold, passion and always willing to help anyone. I am so sorry for your loss.  I will be praying for the family
- Deepest sympathies- Patty Hager 

Wilson and I worked together for two years and then had coffee or lunch a few times a year for seven years.  He was a kind, thoughtful and interesting person, and he made a habit of genuinely checking in with people to see how they were doing.  Wilson was universally liked and respected.  And to know him personally was to love him.  Sending prayers to his family.

Sad news indeed. Wilson was charismatic, positive and energetic person always thinking of ideas and open to creativity. It was a pleasure to work with him .

Wilson and I both worked at SAS and he and I tended to arrive and leave work about the same time and got to know each other walking in and out of Building C.  We both parked near the back of the lot to get our "steps."  I always enjoyed Wilson's laugh, smile, and pleasant disposition and admired his work on the marketing team.  He will be greatly missed.  Sending prayers to his family.  

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Wilson Raj

November 16, 1959 – January 5, 2022

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