Nikhil Badlani of West Orange passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 11, 2011. He was the beloved son of Sunil and Sangeeta Badlani and the loving brother of Anay. He is also survived by many cousins, aunts, uncles and his grandmother.

Nikhil was more than just a sixth grade student at Thomas A. Edison Central Six School. A talented musician, he played piano and trumpet passionately. A talented actor, he dazzled audiences in a recent production of Twinderella. 

As brilliant student, he had already mastered math and science, and knew everything there was to know about dinosaurs since the age of three. 

Nikhil could be found spending the day reading, swimming, and listening to music, but he was most excited when allowed to indulge his sweet tooth with some chocolate ice cream or chocolate chip cookies. He touched the hearts of everyone he met with his infectious smile and enthusiasm, and always brought joy into the lives of his friends and family.

Funeral services will be held from 9 a.m.to 12 p.m on Wednesday June 15, 2011 at the Dangler Funeral Home at 340 Main St. in West Orange. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the West Orange Scholarship Fund in the name of Nikhil Badlani, 179 Eagle Rock Ave., West Orange, NJ 07052.

Memorial services will be held at Thomas A. Edison Middle School on Friday June 17, 2011 from 7 p.m - 8:30 p.m.

This obituary was provided by the family of Nikhil Badlani.