Fred Elias Aziz
Fred Elias Aziz sadly and regretfully succumbed to innumerable health issues which have plagued him over the last several years on August 10, 2012, at age 84. He fought each struggle valiantly and courageously, with unwaivering determination, spirit and faith and always displayed gracious acceptance and great dignity in the face of his health challenges. His passing leaves his family with aching and broken hearts, a tremendous void in their lives and an immeasurable sense of loss and grief.
Fred was predeceased by his treasured parents Elias and Selma
(Ghantous) Aziz and brothers and sisters-in-law Victor and Florine Aziz, and Mitchell and Barbara Aziz, all from his hometown of London, Ontario.
He leaves to mourn the love of his life and “porcelain doll” who he met at age 16, his beloved wife and soulmate of 61 years, Gladys (Shamie) Aziz, who cherished and looked after him faithfully. He is survived also by his loving daughters and sons-in-law (who he regarded as his “sons”) Carolyn and Suheyl Muskara and Beverley and Ronald Courey who adored him, and by his precious grandchildren Kimberley Tabah (fiancé Geoffrey Matthew), Megan Tabah (fiancé Gabriel Zellmer), Gregory and Stephen Courey who idolized their “Giddo”. He was a special “Giddo” also to Kemal and Murat Muskara and Emily Chacra. A caring brother and brother-in-law, he will be deeply missed by his sister Sylvia Aziz McGeein (the late Donald McGeein) and by his in-laws Loretta Shamie (the late Michael Shamie), Marie-Paule Shamie (the late Fred Shamie), Adele and Norman Shamie, Nora and George Shamie, Georgia and Emile Shamie and Christine and Raymond Shamie.
Fred will be lovingly remembered by all his special (grand) nephews and (grand) nieces who affectionately nicknamed him the “fun” uncle and the “Popsicle and Ice Cream Man”; by his dear cousins in Montreal, London, Toronto, Syracuse, N.Y., Worcester, Mass., and Beirut, Lebanon with whom he was very close and by his valued friends, community circle and fellow parishioners with whom he shared many years of loyal friendships, comaradery and social events (especially his routine bridge, trenka and whist card games).
Fred was a highly regarded businessman for his professional, meticulous and disciplined work ethic (stemming from Architecture) and for his integrity and mentoring skills. He will be fondly remembered by his collegues, employees, associates and customers at Joseph Shamie & Sons Ltd., a family business now closed but where he worked from 1950-1975, and at Design Rubber Ltd., a company which he founded in 1967 with his partner, the late Stuart Campbell, and ran very successfully until selling it to his “boys” at the office in December 2011.
The backbone of his family, serious and responsible, Fred was a pillar of deep and quiet strength. He loved, protected, supported and provided for his loved ones unconditionally and devotedly. He guided and nurtured them and taught them life’s lessons with respect, patience, tenderness, a high standard of morals, values and ethics, sound wisdom and advice. As with his children, Fred doted upon his grandchildren who were the light of his life and source of immense pride and joy. Always interested in and concerned about their lives and well being, he participated in their activities cheering them on and beaming at their accomplishments. Fred enjoyed juggling a camera, tape-recorder or pen to photograph, report or document (in prose or poetry) any family or social occasion in order to create lasting and priceless memories. Super Sunday breakfasts, Sunday night family dinners, “Giddo” juice, celebrations, holidays, Florida trips, fun outings and rooting for the Habs and Alouettes (or recalling the Expos), will never be the same.
Respectful, considerate, trustworthy, helpful, charming and chivalrous … Fred was a true gentleman and a gentle man who everyone loved, admired and respected. He demonstrated compassion, kindness and humility through a charitable heart, a generous soul and a sincere spirit. Cool, calm and collected, tall, dapper and distinguished, Fred walked with pride and led by shining example. As a husband he was Prince Charming; as a father a Knight in Shining Armour; as a grandfather a lifelong Super Hero; as a father-in-law a true role model; and as a family and community member and friend an honorable man. As a family, we were truly blessed to have had him in our lives and hope to follow his inspirational footsteps and make him proud. Forever in our hearts and minds, he was loved and will be missed. May he rest in peace. He was the best!
The family wishes to thank the MUHC for providing Fred with “the best care for life”.
Humble gratitude to Dr. David Dawson (and nurse Irma and the staff) for his total commitment, compassion, sensitivity and diligent attention to Fred’s overall health care since 1987 and during his hospitalization. They shared a bond of mutual respect, fondness and admiration.
Profound thanks to Dr. Deric Rahal for being his dedicated and watchful cardiologist and friend since 1978.
Sincere acknowledgements are also extended to Dr. Jonathan Wan, Dr. Kevin Schwartzman, Dr. Magdy Zoghby and to the wonderful doctors, nursing and social services staff and personnel of 10 Medical and of S7 and S9 West of the Royal Victoria Hospital, and of 3 South of the Montreal Neurological Institute for tending professionally, conscientiously and kindly to Fred’s medical needs.
Heartfelt appreciation and much love to Fred’s other “son” Dr.
Roger Tabah, to his caring nephew Jeffrey Shamie (Executive Director of the Cedars Cancer Institute), to Economos Antony Gabriel and Father Michael Shaheen and to family and friends for their steadfast and invaluable assistance, emotional and spiritual support and affection throughout Fred’s illnesses. The outpouring of love, visits, calls, concern, thoughts, prayers and well-wishes touched Fred deeply and brought him tremendous comfort, relief, encouragement, peace and reassurance. Thank you all.
Fred was predeceased by his treasured parents Elias and Selma
(Ghantous) Aziz and brothers and sisters-in-law Victor and Florine Aziz, and Mitchell and Barbara Aziz, all from his hometown of London, Ontario.
He leaves to mourn the love of his life and “porcelain doll” who he met at age 16, his beloved wife and soulmate of 61 years, Gladys (Shamie) Aziz, who cherished and looked after him faithfully. He is survived also by his loving daughters and sons-in-law (who he regarded as his “sons”) Carolyn and Suheyl Muskara and Beverley and Ronald Courey who adored him, and by his precious grandchildren Kimberley Tabah (fiancé Geoffrey Matthew), Megan Tabah (fiancé Gabriel Zellmer), Gregory and Stephen Courey who idolized their “Giddo”. He was a special “Giddo” also to Kemal and Murat Muskara and Emily Chacra. A caring brother and brother-in-law, he will be deeply missed by his sister Sylvia Aziz McGeein (the late Donald McGeein) and by his in-laws Loretta Shamie (the late Michael Shamie), Marie-Paule Shamie (the late Fred Shamie), Adele and Norman Shamie, Nora and George Shamie, Georgia and Emile Shamie and Christine and Raymond Shamie.
Fred will be lovingly remembered by all his special (grand) nephews and (grand) nieces who affectionately nicknamed him the “fun” uncle and the “Popsicle and Ice Cream Man”; by his dear cousins in Montreal, London, Toronto, Syracuse, N.Y., Worcester, Mass., and Beirut, Lebanon with whom he was very close and by his valued friends, community circle and fellow parishioners with whom he shared many years of loyal friendships, comaradery and social events (especially his routine bridge, trenka and whist card games).
Fred was a highly regarded businessman for his professional, meticulous and disciplined work ethic (stemming from Architecture) and for his integrity and mentoring skills. He will be fondly remembered by his collegues, employees, associates and customers at Joseph Shamie & Sons Ltd., a family business now closed but where he worked from 1950-1975, and at Design Rubber Ltd., a company which he founded in 1967 with his partner, the late Stuart Campbell, and ran very successfully until selling it to his “boys” at the office in December 2011.
The backbone of his family, serious and responsible, Fred was a pillar of deep and quiet strength. He loved, protected, supported and provided for his loved ones unconditionally and devotedly. He guided and nurtured them and taught them life’s lessons with respect, patience, tenderness, a high standard of morals, values and ethics, sound wisdom and advice. As with his children, Fred doted upon his grandchildren who were the light of his life and source of immense pride and joy. Always interested in and concerned about their lives and well being, he participated in their activities cheering them on and beaming at their accomplishments. Fred enjoyed juggling a camera, tape-recorder or pen to photograph, report or document (in prose or poetry) any family or social occasion in order to create lasting and priceless memories. Super Sunday breakfasts, Sunday night family dinners, “Giddo” juice, celebrations, holidays, Florida trips, fun outings and rooting for the Habs and Alouettes (or recalling the Expos), will never be the same.
Respectful, considerate, trustworthy, helpful, charming and chivalrous … Fred was a true gentleman and a gentle man who everyone loved, admired and respected. He demonstrated compassion, kindness and humility through a charitable heart, a generous soul and a sincere spirit. Cool, calm and collected, tall, dapper and distinguished, Fred walked with pride and led by shining example. As a husband he was Prince Charming; as a father a Knight in Shining Armour; as a grandfather a lifelong Super Hero; as a father-in-law a true role model; and as a family and community member and friend an honorable man. As a family, we were truly blessed to have had him in our lives and hope to follow his inspirational footsteps and make him proud. Forever in our hearts and minds, he was loved and will be missed. May he rest in peace. He was the best!
The family wishes to thank the MUHC for providing Fred with “the best care for life”.
Humble gratitude to Dr. David Dawson (and nurse Irma and the staff) for his total commitment, compassion, sensitivity and diligent attention to Fred’s overall health care since 1987 and during his hospitalization. They shared a bond of mutual respect, fondness and admiration.
Profound thanks to Dr. Deric Rahal for being his dedicated and watchful cardiologist and friend since 1978.
Sincere acknowledgements are also extended to Dr. Jonathan Wan, Dr. Kevin Schwartzman, Dr. Magdy Zoghby and to the wonderful doctors, nursing and social services staff and personnel of 10 Medical and of S7 and S9 West of the Royal Victoria Hospital, and of 3 South of the Montreal Neurological Institute for tending professionally, conscientiously and kindly to Fred’s medical needs.
Heartfelt appreciation and much love to Fred’s other “son” Dr.
Roger Tabah, to his caring nephew Jeffrey Shamie (Executive Director of the Cedars Cancer Institute), to Economos Antony Gabriel and Father Michael Shaheen and to family and friends for their steadfast and invaluable assistance, emotional and spiritual support and affection throughout Fred’s illnesses. The outpouring of love, visits, calls, concern, thoughts, prayers and well-wishes touched Fred deeply and brought him tremendous comfort, relief, encouragement, peace and reassurance. Thank you all.