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George MONSOUR Obituary
In hospital, following a brief illness, on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, at the age of 70. He will be greatly missed by his twin sister Georgette, nieces and nephews: Derek and Tara Hatoum, and Duane and Brenda Mayo, many cousins and several good friends. Predeceased by his parents Monsour Farhat and Zinie Monsour and sisters and brother: Lily Mayo (John), Nadia Hatoum (Mike) and Frank. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road on Thursday, March 2, 2017 from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral, 2975 Riverside Drive on Friday, March 3, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., followed by burial at Beechwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or St. Elias Cathedral would be appreciated.
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Ben Labovitch
March 28, 2017
I've just heard the sad news of George's passing. I extend my deepest condolences to Georgette and to the Monsour family.
George was always a pleasure to be with during all those sunny summer days at the Fisher Park playground. He was a patient, calming influence as a catcher and also as a guard on the basketball court. "Slow it down," he would advise as he carefully managed the ball and worked it out of his end of the court. Later, he was doing the same thing as a Senior at Fisher Park High School, only this time he was a guard on the Varsity basketball squad. In between, there were all those conversations with the gang under the streetlights across from Mike's. And then there was George's elegance and his sartorial wisdom. At Towsley's, he got me into a green corduroy "Teen Man" sports jacket that I still have to this day. I always think of him and the crew when I wear it. Rest in peace dear friend.
Nancy Karam
March 9, 2017
Georgette & Monsour Family....deepest sympathies....always remember George as a kind soft spoken gentlemen. My husband Caeser thought highly of him. He professionally outfitted the men in our wedding party in 1975 while working at Towsleys. We considered him a good friend....he will be missed but not forgotten. Memories last a lifetime.
March 6, 2017
I will always remember what a gentleman George was and a wonderful brother to Georgette. PETA Kiggins
Mike Kennedy
March 6, 2017
Sincere condolences to Georgette and the Monsour family.
I was a 16 year old from Ottawa East when I started to work with George, 5 years my senior, at Towsley's Men's Wear. It did not take me long to realize how special this man was. A true professional in all his dealings with customers. He was also loved and respected by so many friends. Finally I found the big brother I was in need of.
We became best friends, lived together, played lots of golf and shared so many other life experiences.
Thank you George for your friendship, your contagious laugh and smile and the memories that I will cherish forever.
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March 4, 2017
To the Mansour family we are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult
time,
From the boys at the hall
Jamie Mcconnery
March 3, 2017
I too was saddened to hear of George's passing.We first met at Rideau View golf club,(I believe in the mid 80's)and instantly,a friendship was started.If you knew George,how could one 'not' start! He was a gentleman in the truest sense.Rest in peace my friend.
Bryan Gormley
Pete Mc Donald
March 3, 2017
So sorry to hear of George's passing. He may not have known it but he played a big role in my life. I worked with George throughout my high school years at Towsley's. He was a brother to me and a mentor . Having spent most of the last 40 years in Edmonton we had lost touch . So many good memories though. My thoughts are with you Georgette.
BiLL Roy
March 3, 2017
Sincere condolences to Georgette and the Monsour family. George will be remembered as a consistently kind gentleman. Like many west end males, I was outfitted on more than one occasion by George at both Towsley's and Fisher's. Needing a bow tie for a formal occasion in late Jan., I stopped by to see him. We ended up chatting more about memories of our Clarendon / Wellington West neighbourhood and life,than ties :) A life well lived.
Lyle Tallon
March 3, 2017
Saddened to hear of (George's passing.
March 3, 2017
Sorry to hear about Georges passing. Knew George since Fisher Park and of course Towsley's Mens Wear. A Great lad.
Russ.Cuggy
Terry Copeland
March 3, 2017
Deepest sympathy to Georgette and the rest of the family.Knew George before FIPAHI days. Wanna bet he and Ricky are already out shooting hoops just like the old days.
March 2, 2017
My heartfelt sympathies to the Monsour Family. I have known George from the very early days through my brothers and at ER Fisher. Working from Lincoln Fields over the past 10 years, George was a regular visitor to my office to say hello and touch base. Most recently, he was there last week and was looking so forward to part time work as a Golf Marshall & the Golf Store. RIP my friend...you are such a gentlemen and will be so dearly missed.
Carol Bull
March 2, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Monsour family...George & I have been friends for many years, going way back to the Towsleys days. Seeing George regularly over the past two years, we often re-visited the old days. George, you were a good friend and will be sadly missed.
Helen Real
March 2, 2017
Deepest sympathy to Georgette and family l knew George as far back as Towsley,s, Ottawa's West End a true gentleman. Sincerely, Barbara Aselford
March 2, 2017
Such a kind and gentle man. He will be missed by many. May you rest in peace, George.
Peter and Gayle Sevigny
March 2, 2017
I have known George since my teens, my seven brothers were all good friends. Ran into George at Lincoln Fields a couple of months ago and we had a nice chat. He loved my Mom and was remembering her doing Xmas shopping every year and ordering 7 pairs of jeans, 7 pairs of good pants, 7 shirts etc. We had a good laugh and talked about old times. RIP George. On behalf of the Bull family, our condolences to all your family.
Barb Bennett (Bull)
Terry Lewis
March 2, 2017
Heart broken to learn of George's sudden passing. He was like part of the family when I was growing up and for a short man () I always found myself looking up to George, as there was so much to respect about him. Thank you George for all the great memories and laughter shared.
Ian Colenbrander
March 2, 2017
I met George close to 30 years ago. We both worked together for some time and golfed together occasionally. George was an excellent co-worker and a very good friend. I will miss him.
March 2, 2017
George and I were friends for over 45 years, he was a very special man and a true gentleman, you will be missed my dear friend.
Sue Palombo
Madeleine Thompson (nee Gervais)
March 2, 2017
I grew up with George & Georgette. We had many good times and yes he will be missed
Wanda Bosada
March 2, 2017
My deepest sympathy to George's family. He was such a kind and soft spoken gentleman.
Jeff Leonard
March 2, 2017
Our deepest sympathies to Georgette and Family. A prince of a fellow, a friend to all he knew. George will be sadly missed. Grew up with George and Georgette, Donna and Diane Steele, Peta Talon, Paddy Barbaro and many more. A privilege to have known you George.
Jeff & Jill Leonard (Ottawa, Bradenton Florida)
Roger Derenzis
March 2, 2017
Very saddened to read about George's passing. I met him through our association at the Rideau View Golf Club year's ago and found him to be most welcoming and friendly. From time to time, I would bump into him in different areas of the city...always a pleasant "hello" was exchanged. As I am currently in Florida, I will miss his service....my thoughts are with his family and close friends.....
Madeleine Pouliot
March 2, 2017
Way back in the day, when George and I both worked at the Spaghetti Factory, I was a new busgirl and George was a waiter, and for some reason, management put George and I together as a team, a lot... But I never minded because he was great to work with, fun, and always fair about splitting tips (which some of the other guys weren't). You will be missed in many ways George, RIP.
March 2, 2017
Very sorry to hear of George's passing.Always the gentleman,loved his sports and appreciated his friends.He will be missed by many .
Dave Ready
Jeff & Darlene Boyle
March 2, 2017
Sorry to hear of Georges passing. He was the man you went to for a suit and up to date info on Men Clothing. He always looked after his customers as if they were family. He dressed my entire attents for my wedding with made to measure suits when he worked at FW Towsley 50 years ago this September.I followed George and ran into him several times over the years and always had a great chat. RIP my friend. Jeff and Darlene Boyle
March 2, 2017
My deepest sympathy he was a wonderful man Fran Macpherson
March 2, 2017
You will be greatly missed our threesome won't be the same Linda Palombo
Rick Charron
March 2, 2017
Have known George since our fastball playing days age 14-15. Soft spoken and a true gentleman and a great clothing sales person at ER Fisher. My sincere condolences to the Monsour family.
Joe Romani
March 2, 2017
Saddened to hear of the passing of George, we met at a local private golf course and played in the same foursome on many occasions, he was always fun to be around and will be missed.
My deepest condolences.
March 2, 2017
Very sorry to learn of George's passing. A friend to all and a true gentleman.
Bill Hollingsworth
Sharon & Ian Joyce
March 2, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Monsour family on the passing of George. It is never easy to lose a brother or as George was, a good friend to all. We pray for your peace and comfort as you continue your life journey without his presence.
Rick Moore
March 2, 2017
I've known George since we were at Fisher Park High School 50 years ago. Although we didn't see much of each other, we would meet by chance every now and then and re-live some of the good old days. He truly was one of the good guys. My condolences to Georgette and his extended family.
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