I happened to receive a call yesterday from a fellow Houstonian who knew Ashok personally. Ashok's roommate had left for Nepal on Sunday, and had sent some gifts to his family including an iphone. I can only imagine how his family must be feeling learning about his death and receiving the gifts afterwards.  Furthermore, all this happened right before Dashain.  Meanwhile, I have pasted part of an email sent by my father.

batti aaeko khabarle khusi lagyo tara houstonko gas stationma ekjana nirdos nepali marieko khabarle bhane dukkha lagyo.  paisa kharcha garera, kati dukha garera america apugchhan, ti maddhe katipaya yasari akalmai marinchan.  timile bheteka nepalilai sakbhar gas stationma ra raatko samayama department storema kaam nagarna salaha deu

I know it is very difficult to avoid such jobs, but again it is always worth seeking better alternatives.

Once again, my heart really goes to the family and loved ones of the deceased. May the departed soul rest in peace.