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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Florin, who would passionately delve into peculiarities of ancient Chinese mathematics, or who would tell you what were the odds of meeting in distant parts of the world somebody from your hometown, who could talk to you about the richness of Sichuan cuisine or with whom you could dissect for hours the latest tennis rankings … Florin, the scientist, the mentor, the tennis partner … it is hard to believe you are no longer with us but you will live forever in our hearts and minds. Farewell, dear friend.
We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of a dear friend and colleague. Florin was a popular and much loved member of Yale NUS College. He was interested in many aspects of College life, and was always actively engaged. We will miss him.
Dear Mariana,
We here at Yale-NUS are deeply saddened by the news of Florin’s passing. I will not forget Florin’s enthusiasm for and great contribution to the College.
In a very short time, you and he became valued and respected members of our community, and we will miss you both very much.
Please know that you, your family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Jenifer Raver
Dear Mariana
I just heard from Keith and Lida that you have lost your wonderful husband. Although I didn’t know Florin well, I enjoyed playing tennis with him at Saanich. I was truly shocked hearing about his passing. My thoughts are with you at this sad moment.
Evelyn
Dear Mariana,
Paul and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family on your loss. We will always remember Florin for his cheerfulness, his jokes and amazing friendliness. I remember fondly our lunches in Cendana dining hall and our Heads of Studies meetings when he would bring wisdom to our discussions. He gave his strong support as we put together the program with the School of Computing. I am so sad that he only managed so spend such a short time with us. He will be missed at Yale-NUS College.
Hoon Eng
Dear Mariana,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Florin. Hana and I are in shock and very sad and already deeply missing him. He was one of the nicest faculty we have met, so sincere and down to earth, and always full of life with his 3 great loves – you, mathematics and tennis. I recall our many conversations and it will always start with him asking how I am because of his genuine concern for us. Please know that Florin has made an impact in our lives, despite the short time we have with him in the College. We are missing him greatly and my prayers for God to give you strength during this extremely difficult time.
Dear Marina and Razvan,
Having been away from UVIC for several years, I learned of Florin’s passing only by reading the Times-Colonist’s obituary. I always remember him as vital, active, healthy, friendly, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable about almost any topic.
Therefore, I was, like many others, shocked to learn that he would no longer be around to contribute in so many ways.
I have learned much more about Florin’s amazing accomplishments and friendships by reading the testimonials, and I appreciate him even more as a result.
I wish you all, including Elena, continued support from this loving community of friends.
Charlie Burton
Mariana
All I can do is remember Florins smile and send you and your family my deepest condolences.
Draga Marina, Razvan si Nasica,
Florin a fost nu numai un fiu, un sot si un tata exemplar, Florin a fost un OM.
A fost un om deosebit, care ne-a marcat viata tuturor prin inteligenta, tact, iubire, grija; Florin a fost un exemplu de perseverenta si logica in tot ceea ce a construit in lumea pe care si-a cladit-o.
Acum cand sufletele noastre sunt pustiite de durere si regret, nu ne ramane decat un singur gand:nimic si nimeni nu-l va scoate pe Florin din inimile si gandurile noastre.El va ramane ca un model de pretuire pentru tot ceea ce a facut si a lasat in urma lui.
Iar pentru voi, cei care i-ati fost alaturi pana in ultima clipa, un singur cuvant:RESPECT.
Cu toata dragostea,
Sanda si Toma Stoia
Dear Marina,
I want you to know that you have numerous friends in Singapore who are thinking fondly of your brief time with us. I really enjoyed getting to know you both (including happy meals together – Chinese, Indian, Swiss), and hearing from Florin’s students and colleagues how much they appreciated learning from and working with him.
Florin’s intelligence, energy and sincerity made him a fine companion. May you find some comfort in the knowledge that around the world Florin is valued for his mathematical achievements and warm memories of his friendship.