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R S Shettian, chairman & managing director of Athena Hospital passes away

  •   Sat, Nov 22 2025 08:36:20 AM

Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Nov 22: R S Shettian, the chairman and managing director of Athena Hospital and the Athena Group of Institutions, passed away on November 21. He was 65.

Shettian had held various leadership roles in the private and non-profit sectors, including being elected as the national treasurer and trustee for the YMCA of India. He was the first person from Karnataka to be elected the posts of national treasurer of Indian YMCA and trustee of YMCA Karnataka in 158 years history of Indian YMCA movement.

Shettian was a member of CSI Shanti Cathedral, Balmatta. He is survived by wife, children and grand-children.

 

 

 
  

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  • Joe Coelho SJ, Bendur/Kohima

    Sun, Nov 23 2025

    Dear Madhu & the Shettian Family, deepest condolences on the passing on of Raja. May God in His mercy grant Raja the joy of being in God's presence forever. And may the God of all consolation comfort all of you at this difficult time. Praying for all of you.

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  • Santosh, Mangalore

    Sun, Nov 23 2025

    Nice person... Sorry to hear this sad news... too young to leave us.... Om Shanti

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  • yakub ramlan, Mangalore

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    It was really shocking news. He was my close friend. We enjoyed lots of good moments. I know his family very well. Madhu Sashi, and all. We used to call him Raja. May his soul rest in peace. Yakub Mangalore

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  • DIVYA DSOUZA, Mangalore

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Really sad to hear the news. Known him since years and seen him living with grace and fortitude. May his soul rest in peace and may the light and love of the almighty console and comfort the family at thsi time of grief.

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  • Jason challa & Daizy Challa, Manglore / Mumbai

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Yes very sad to know the sad demise of our friend R S Shettian Our deepest condolences to the entire family May his soul R I P 🙏

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  • Brian Soans, Mangaluru

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Heart felt condolences to bereaved Shettian Family members.

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  • Namrita Thomas Kapur, Mangalore/Copenhagen

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Heartfelt condolences to the family 🙏 May his soul rest in peace..

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  • Lancy Monteiro, Kulshekar

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Very sad and heart breaking news. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.

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  • Abednigo Sunil, Tumkur

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Heart felt condolences to the bereaved family. May his soul rest in peace.

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  • Mervin Pinto, Mangalore/Dubai

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Very Shocking heartbreaking news. We really Lost a wonderful, helpful person. Heartfelt condolences to all the family members towards demise of Raj , May his soul rest in eternal peace.

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  • Ravi Bhat, Mangaluru

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. May his soul rest in peace.

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  • Auldius P. B. Pais, Mangalore

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    May his kind soul rest in peace. Heartfelt sympathies to the members of the bereaved family.

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  • Joseph Tellis, Shivamogga

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Since 1996 I am also part of Shivamogga YMCA. Many occasions Mr Shettian and me met each other. He is a jem of the person, Gentle man, I feel very sad about his sudden demise. Heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family members. Rest in peace Lord JESUS Christ.

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  • Dr Rajkumar, Mangalore

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    shocked and saddened to hear about the loss 😔. My heart goes out to you and your family during this tough time. May you find strength and support in loved ones 🙏.Om Shanti 🙏

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  • k b r, Mangala Uru

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    65 is bit early to go ... RIP Sir ...

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  • Sunny John, Mangalore

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    May his soul rest in peace. Heartfelt condolences to the family.

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  • Alwyn, Mangalore

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    R S Shettian, chairman & managing director of Athena Hospital passes away- Very Very heart breaking news. 65 years old that is the age when every one start to enjoy the life---May his Soul Rest in peace and May Almighty God give strength to his family, Friends , & his all organization members.

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  • Rita Mascarenhas, Mangalore

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. May his soul rest in peace.

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  • RONALD DSOUZA, Shivabagh Mangalore

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    May his soul Rest in eternal Peace. Heartfelt condolences to the families

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  • Joy Varghese, Mangalore

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. May his soul rest in peace

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  • Anushka biswas, Andaman and Nicobar islands

    Sat, Nov 22 2025

    May his soul rest in peace .....we will always miss your presence sir ...as a thena student I will thank you to provide us all the necessary and thank you for all your support.....we will truly miss you❤️

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