Dr. Sukumar Saha, 69, of Starkville, MS passed away Friday, September 3, 2021 at his residence.

A visitation and service will be Monday, September 6, 2021 beginning at 10:00 AM at Lowndes Funeral Home Chapel, Columbus, MS.

Dr. Saha was born January 23, 1952, in Calcutta, India to the late Sushma Saha and Jaladhar Saha. He was a Research Scientist for the USDA/ARS. Dr. Saha was a beloved father, husband, dog lover, and friend to all that he met. He was a beautiful human being with a golden heart and a true inspiration to those who knew and admired him. He was a very homely person who enjoyed traveling, social gatherings and had a joy for eating. He loved everyone including his life long companion, Milo. He enjoyed interacting with others and was a socialite who treated everyone like his own.

Dr. Saha is survived by his wife- Tripti Halder Saha of Starkville, MS; daughters- Sulagna (Kamal) Saha, Satabdi Saha; grandchild- Avik Lamichhane; brothers- Subrato Saha, Sukamal Saha, Kunal Saha, Sukalyan Saha, Bapi Saha; sister- Bonasree Choudhury.