In memoriam - Ricardo Martinez Delgado

Ricardo came to Auroville for the first time in 1984 and wanted to settle here, but life had other plans and he could only come here ‘for good’ in 2019.

Supported and accompanied by his partner Caroline, he spent the last nine months of his life trying several treatments for the cancer which had been diagnosed in 2024. After his most recent treatment in Spain, he was waiting for his health to improve enough to travel back to Auroville as he was still very determined to heal and serve Auroville. 

The deterioration of his physical condition was accompanied by a progress in the contact with his inner being; it was uplifting to meet him and feel this immobile Presence. Just as when he would give kinesiology sessions, one could feel a generous stream of light and faithful encouragement flowing from him.

Before he passed on, he expressed gratitude to all who supported him throughout his trying journey: his son Emmanuel who took care of him in Spain and in France, Véronique Jobard who went to Spain to take over when Emmanuel had to leave, and many other friends who showed their care and love in Auroville and in Paris. He also wanted to thank Olivier, an oncologist from Avignon who accepted to help him remotely without knowing him.

Caroline too is very grateful to all who helped her through this challenging time, in particular her son Noé and also Marie from Revelation who showered her with love in the last moments.

Ricardo’s body was cremated on 6 August in Paris at the Père Lachaise cemetery.