K.R. Doreswamy (72), a retired Head Master and a resident of Gowrishankarnagar, passed away yesterday in city.

A native of Kagalavadi village, he leaves behind his wife Sunanda, two sons, one daughter and a host of relatives and friends.

Doreswamy was the brother-in-law of farmer leader Kurubur Shanthakumar.

Last rites were performed at Kagalavadi this afternoon.