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Kavita Mansukhani, a dedicated first-grade teacher and cherished family member, has passed away, leaving behind her husband, three daughters, and a strong legacy of love. A well-respected educator, she inspired many young students at George Cox Elementary School. Her funeral service will take place at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, and the family requests donations in her memory to support early childhood education.
New Orleans – Kavita Mansukhani, a beloved first-grade teacher and devoted family member, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion. She is survived by her husband Kishore Mansukhani, three daughters, and extended family.
Mansukhani was married for 23 years to Kishore Mansukhani. Together they raised three daughters: Salina, age 20, Ria, age 16, and Kareena, age 10. She is also survived by her parents Bhagwandass Sadhwani and Lajwanti Sadhwani, two brothers, Naresh (Meenakshi) and Prakash (Rakhi), as well as her mother-in-law, Lajwanti Mansukhani, and niece and nephew. Kavita was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Shyam Mansukhani.
Born on April 5, 1979, in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, Kavita completed her education at the prestigious University of Holy Cross before dedicating her career to teaching. She worked as a first-grade teacher at George Cox Elementary School, where she inspired countless young students with her passion for education. Kavita was known for treating her students with the same love and care as her own children.
Outside of her professional life, Mansukhani was passionate about traveling, enjoying special occasions, and capturing beautiful moments with friends and family through photography. Her dedication to her daughters and her influence in the classroom are deeply remembered by those who knew her.
The funeral service for Kavita Mansukhani will take place at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home in New Orleans on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 11:30 AM, with a visitation beginning at 11:00 AM. Family and friends are encouraged to attend to pay their respects.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Kavita’s memory to the Jefferson Ready Start Network, which supports early childhood education. An online guest book is available for those wishing to leave messages or memories, accessible through www.lakelawnmetairie.com.
Kavita Mansukhani is remembered not only for her professional accomplishments as a dedicated teacher but also for her vibrant personality, unwavering love for her family, and her contribution to the community. Her impact on the lives of her students and her family will continue to resonate in New Orleans and beyond.
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- Dignity Memorial: Kavita Mansukhani Obituary
- Wikipedia: Teaching
- Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home
- Google Search: Childhood Education
- National Institute of Child Health: Childhood Education
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Education
- Jefferson Ready Start Network
- Google News: New Orleans
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