SAMIH HAJJAR Peacefully passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 in Toronto, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 79. Survived by his loving wife Renee. Cherished father to Eli (Stefania) and Leila (Vince). Adoring grandfather to Alex (Nicole), Andrew (Clare), Jenna, Simone and Nicole. Sam will be sadly missed by many relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at the HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC FUNERAL HOME, 211 Langstaff Road E. (west of Bayview Ave.), on Sunday, January 1, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Christian Mass will take place at the funeral home within the Chapel of St. Joseph on Monday, January 2, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Online condolences and directions may be found at
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