Popularly known as Raj Bling. Rajinder was born at Saron near Sangrur. He did his bachelor’s in science from Government College Sangrur in 1954. He came to United States in 1956 and took classes in business administration at Sacramento State College. His studies were interrupted in 1958 when he joined U.S. Army and was posted in Germany. In 1961 he left the Army and continued his studies. In 1962 he moved to Oregon and did his master’s in business administration in 1964 from Oregon State University.
After serving Standard Oil as accountant for two years, he started teaching in Stockton Unified School District. Raj got married to Judith in 1961. Judith is working as director of refugee services with Saint Anne Church.
Raj is thoroughly gentle and sincere. He cannot say no to anyone. He is an excellent sportsman and a good coach of Bhangra and drama. He is coaching soccer since 1966. He participated in social service camps in Punjab. In 1982 he helped the formation of Sikh Educational and Cultural Organization. Organized Sunday classes, summer camps.’ He is secretary of the SNEACO. He has been secretary of the Sikh Temple for four years.
Raj is liked by everyone. He is shy of holding office but is always ready to help the community while remaining in background. Bling’s have two lovely children Randeep and Yeena.
Article extracted from this publication >> August 26, 1988
