Louis Chinnaswamy "Professor C"

Louis Chinnaswamy "Professor C"

October 24, 1938 - November 15, 2022

Obituary

MADISON - Louis Chinnaswamy, “Professor C,” age 84, of Madison, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022. He was surrounded by his loving wife, Catherine, and his devoted children, Auxilia, Phillip, Sharon and Michael.


An accomplished academic, Louis held advanced degrees in Physics, Electrical Engineering and Mathematics. In the United States, he began his career at the U.S. Steel Corporation in Chicago, Ill., as an Electrical Engineer. He went on to become an Educational Consultant with the Wisconsin Technical College System Board from 1974 until his retirement in 2002. After a time, he returned to teach Physics at the collegiate level, where he was affectionately known as “Professor C.” Louis served on the Board of Directors of the Bayview Foundation as a Treasurer for many years. He was also a President of the Association of Indians in America (AIA) Wisconsin Chapter. Louis will be remembered as a deeply religious and beloved family man.


A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. MARIA GORETTI CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5313 Flad Ave., Madison, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022. A light luncheon will follow. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON FITCHBURG FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 28, 2022, and also at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Tuesday.


In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bayview Foundation, 601 Bayview Triangle, Madison, WI 53715. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson Fitchburg
Funeral & Cremation Care
2950 Chapel Valley Road
(608) 442-5002



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Visitation
Mon Nov 28, 2022 @ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Fitchburg Funeral & Cremation Care • 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, WI 53711
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Visitation
Tue Nov 29, 2022 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church • 5313 Flad Ave., Madison, WI 53711
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Mass of Christian Burial
Tue Nov 29, 2022 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church • 5313 Flad Ave., Madison, WI 53711
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Sri Bajaj
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Our heartfelt condolences to the family. May he RIP. Kanchan & Sri Bajaj
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Mark Johnson
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Lou was a kind and supportive co-worker who provided a lot of assistance to me as a new employee of the Wisconsin Technical College System office. One thing that he taught me that I have always remembered was how to speak to groups of college staff from our system with grace and kindness and thankfulness. Lou had a knack for giving a very articulate "benediction" to a group of hard-working educators that made them feel proud and valued. His words could be a welcome gift to many. Rest In Peace my friend. Mark Johnson
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Jennifer L. Anthony
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Sending the entire family our deepest condolences and wish for comfort and peace during this difficult time. Susai, Rosaly & Jennifer Anthony
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Gemma Gambee Lewis
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Louis Chinnaswamy was the father of one of my oldest and dearest friends, Sharon. Over the 25+ years I’ve known Sharon I have heard so many stories of her father. One that surfaces in my mind over and over again is about the breakfast he would provide for his children. Prof C would be sure they eat protein before school, often cheese. He would explain that protein was important for their brain function. Every time I meet Dr Chinnaswamy in person, he made me feel so special. He is a man that lives on in the minds and heart of countless people. What a gift to have had him! Sending my deepest condolences!! Love, Gemma
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Xavier Mariadoss
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Sad to note the demise of Mr. Louis Chinnaswamy, a relative of mine from my father's side. He used to visit me when ever he was in India. A couple of years back I saw him during his last visit. A friendly person. My heartfelt condolences to the whole family. Xavier Mariadoss, Kariyandal.

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