It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our loving father, husband and brother, Fouad Majaess in the early morning of November 1st, 2020 in Victoria, B.C. Born in Bhamdoun Village, Lebanon, Fouad immigrated to Halifax, N.S. in the late 1970’s for a better life and to escape the civil war.
Fouad obtained a B.Sc. (Mathematics) and an M.Sc. (Mathematics and Computer Science) from Dalhousie University and spoke three languages fluently (Arabic, English and French). During this time, he met and married the love of his life, Evangeline, moved to Toronto and then settled with their two daughters (Namat-Maria and Gabriella) in Victoria B.C. in 1993.
Predeceased by his parents Gebrael and Souad Majaess, in-laws Konstantinos and Marouso Paravalos and his brother in-law Nazih Farah. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Evangeline [Namat-Maria and Gabriella (Fiancé Roberto)]; brothers Elias and George, sister Nehmat (Zeina, Jana and Ghina); brother and sister in-law Evangelos and Adriana Paravalos (Katerina, Christian and Natalie); Families of Fred Majaess, Spiro Matta, Halim Matta, Daoud Matta; and the Families of the Late Michael Majaess, Brahim Majaess, Sleiman Majaess, Assaad Majaess, Amin Majaess, Mary Majaess Khairallah, and Samira Matta.
Fouad was known as a very hard working, devoted and generous man, both professionally and personally. Fouad spent 32 years working as a Senior Computer Systems Analyst for Environment Canada in the Canadian Centre for Climate Modelling and Analysis division. Fouad was a loving and caring husband and father, a marriage and relationship with his wife and daughters most dream of. Although a quiet man, Fouad had a gentle smile and kindness that drew people to find comfort in him. Fouad will be missed and was dearly loved by all. His memories will not be forgotten and he will be cherished forever.
A Funeral Service will be held at the Ypapanti Greek Orthodox Church in Victoria B.C., however, due to COVID-19 guidelines, this will be a closed service. A livestream will be available for those who would like to attend virtually.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Lebanese Red Cross (directly: https://supportlrc.app or through the Canadian Red Cross: https://donate.redcross.ca/page/65325/donate/1?&locale=en-CA&_ga=2.133859534.1381822426.1604451739-853266062.1577899342).
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My most heartfelt condolences to the family. I worked with Fouad for the past 15 years, and it was always a pleasure to do so. I remember him as a fierce defender of what he believed was right for the group that he was in charge of, while always retaining his calm and respectful manners. He will be missed.
Dear Evangeline, Namet, and Gaby,
Me and Deepali would like to express our deepest condolences. We were shocked by Fouad’s sudden passing. He was one of the kindest person we have ever met. At CCCma he was so helpful to me and all others, and his gentle demeanor will never be forgotten. We wish you strength and peace at this very difficult time.
Dear Fouad’s family:
I was so sorry to hear of Fouad’s sudden passing. I am thankful to have known him for the past 30 years from us both working in the Climate Research Division. He was highly regarded for his dedicated work in the Division and for his kind interactions with others. Whenever I visited our Victoria office, he made a point of saying hello to me and we would have a nice chat. He was a long standing and cherished member of the CRD family and will be missed tremendously. My sincere condolences to all of you at this difficult time.
Anne Walker
Aurora, Ontario
I am sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Fouad personally but I worked with him remotely for about 5 years (I work at ECCC but I am based in Toronto). He was a good professional and very helpful. He will be missed.
I will miss Fouad’s kind smile and gentle demeanor. He did critical work on supercomputer and IT support, and was always quick to help me and my students when we needed him. I’m so sad that he’s gone. You have my deepest sympathy.
-Cyndi Whaley (colleague of Fouad at CCCma)
Dear Angie,Neimat and Gabriella .No words can express our sorrows for the loss of our beloved Fouad .May God give you comfort and strength ,thinking of you and wishing to be with you .you are in our thoughts and prayers .Lots of love .
I am very sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences.
It was with great sadness that we learned of Fouad’s passing. Fouad was such a great person and helped me a lot since my first day working at CCCma/UVic. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Robin Rong
My deepest condolences to all of you. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time.
Thinking of you all. Hugs ❤️
Dear Evangeline, Namat and Gabriella,
I am deeply saddened that Fouad is no longer with us. He was a generous, dedicated and kind friend and colleague. It was a true pleasure working with Fouad and he will be forever missed at CCCma.
Thinking of you,
Ellie