Born in Sibiu, Romania on April 24, 1959, Florin passed away peacefully at home on February 13, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Mariana; his son, Razvan; and his mother, Elena.
Florin was an award-winning mathematician, Vice President of the Canadian Mathematical Society, professor at the University of Victoria and Yale-NUS Singapore, the author of several successful books, and an avid tennis player.
A loving husband and father, he will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Visitation will be held in the Redwood Chapel at McCall Gardens on Friday, February 16 at 7:00 pm. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 2:00 pm in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive.
Tributes, if desired, may be made to the Victoria Hospice Society.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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94 Responses
Dear Mariana,
I’m filled with deep sadness that Florin is no longer with us. In November he was still full of energy. I had no idea that the time to say farewell would come so soon. Although his stay in Singapore was unfortunately cut short by a tragic turn of events, he certainly left his mark here thanks to his can-do attitude, intelligence and friendliness.
My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Michael
Dear Marina,
We are saddened and shocked by the sudden passing of Florin. We will always remember his modesty, approachable manner and towering intellect. A great man was taken too soon from humanity and will be missed by us all. May he rest in peace. We will cherish the memories and are thinking of you and Razvan at this trying time and wish you peace and strength.
Our Sincere Condolences,
Alina and David
Dear Mariana,
Mark and I send our most sincere condolences.
I’ll always remember the twinkle in Florin’s eyes.
He was so brilliant in the world of academia but for me he shone most brightly as a friendly human being who took such interest in everyone and everything.
I am so very sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband and friend..
My deepest condolences to you, Mariana, and your son on the loss of your husband. Your love and memories of this amazing man will keep him alive in your hearts forever. He will always be with you. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.
Mariana & Razvan,
Out memories of Florin are ones of his smiling face, his incredible ability to engage a room, and his positive and encouraging personality .
Roxy and I always remember his wise words and advice.
He shined light on many of us.
May god rest his soul.
Mariana and Raz,
Your Florin was a luminous man with a big brain and a big heart. He has left you way too soon. Thinking of you lots and wishing you all the best during this sad time.
Amanda
Draga Marina si Razvan!
Condoleante! Suntem tristi si socati de vestea asta!
Florin o sa ramana in memoria noastra, toata viatza!
Sorina si Ilie
Sincere condoleanțe familiei !!!
L- am cunoscut in doar câteva ocazii dar de fiecare data a fost un om încântător și o prezenta deosebita …cu totul aparte!
Dumnezeu să-l odihneasca!
Ciprian Sava
Dear Mariana-
I was very sorry to read about Florin’s passing in the newspaper. I didn’t know him well, but the times that I spent together with the two of you were most enjoyable. I’m sorry that he is no longer with us. Take good care of yourself.
Sincerely, Vivian Muir
Dear Marina,
Hearing about Florin’s passing has deeply saddened us. He was a kind and gentle soul, a brilliant mind and a wonderful man cherished by everyone who knew him. There are no magical words to take away your pain but we want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. Please accept our sincere condolences! May God bless and comfort you during this time of grief!
Mariana and Titus Popa