Pourya ZIAIAN Obituary
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Irina Solarova
December 25, 2017
I was thinking of you today Pourya.
Although I only knew you through work I struggle with the fact that you are gone.
I could tell from the time I spent with you that you are a kind, pure soul and I take solace in believing that goes on forever.
I hope you are smiling down on your daughter today as you watch her open gifts.
God bless.
Peter Wong
December 13, 2017
Dear Caroline:
Pourya and I had worked briefly together but the way I got to know your father had been mainly through the poker nights at your uncle Bardya's house! There was rarely a dull moment as your father would always make light-hearted jokes and everyone's night would be a little more enjoyable because of him. A most courteous person and truly generous giver - Pourya never hesitated to lend a helping hand to someone in need. We all miss your father dearly.
Ali Rouhani
December 4, 2017
Dear Caroline:
I am an old friend of your uncle Bardya, and remember your father with fondness as a sensitive, playful and handsome young boy. At a tender age your father had to endure extraordinary hardships that came with immigration and domestic discord. While he bore them silently, they wounded him, and in the turbulent years that followed, his life took several difficult turns.
Yet, when all hope seemed lost, he didnt fold, and through his own great courage and determination, support of his family, and amazing love and devotion of your mother, against all odds, he turned his life around, and in doing so, he became a source of inspiration to others.
You can take pride in your fathers courage, tenacity and triumph in the face of great adversity, and be comforted in knowing how deeply he loved and cherished you.
In the years to come know that we are all here for you, and well be cheering you on.
Joe Skaf
December 3, 2017
Was thinking of you Pourya,
A show has gone by and you were not there to enjoy one of the things that you love doing.
Remembering the few months that we worked together side by side, monitoring stock prices, evening foosballchallenges and then the day I heard from you that you were going to be a father were some great memories that I'll never forget.
From one father, friend and collector to another,
Miss you P
Joe
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Karen Pasch
November 26, 2017
I knew Pourya as a young man who fought to be healthy and strong. He was tough on the outside,but I knew his tenderness and his sensitivity inside. He had so much love to give and he was given an extraordinary amount of love in return. One only needs to look at the photos of Pourya and his family!
Cyrus Manouchehrian
November 21, 2017
Caroline Joun,
Your mom is a rockstar. Always remember that :). Allison had taken photos of you and you were just a doll to take photos of. I have one saved where you staring right in to the camera, very seriously. I only see your dad with those eyes. Pourya had so many qualities that I admired. Funny, passionate, strong willed and smart to name a few. He and I would talk every day from 9:30 to 4 talking about stocks, creating a company named Goozinski LLC, you and your mom and how much the Pittsburgh Penguins were better than the Maple Leafs (your uncle and cousins may say otherwise). While Pourya may not be with us, he will never be forgotten. We love you and your mom very much and can't wait to see you grow.
Savinos
October 31, 2017
Dear Caroline
I wish I could have wished your father, Pourya, a Happy Birthday personally today. I am heartbroken of this sudden loss. I would like you to know what a great person your father was.
I think Pourya's most important trait was the ability to make people feel better no matter how bad they felt. He was always there to brighten my day when I was down. It is hard to explain, but you father had the amazing skill to the find lighter side of the most ridiculous circumstances. And that always made me laugh.
I first met Pourya in the Summer of 2014 for the World Cup in Brazil. Even though I just met him during World Cup trip, his warm personality put me at ease and we became instant friends. After that summer, we went on other trips, played soccer and watch hockey games together. They were unforgettable memories, filled with laughter and joy.
Even though I knew Pourya for a short time, I will always cherish the time together. I am thankful that our paths crossed in life - Pourya left a mark in my life.
I will never forget him. God Bless.
Rob De Gasperis
October 31, 2017
I thought of you a lot today and it made me feel melancholy, but then I remembered some good times just hanging out with our nephews and it brought a smile. You left us too soon! I will always remember you to be most gentle, kind and that unique humility of a leader we should emulate to make a better world. The evidence is in the wonderful legacy you built in your family and home in such a short time. We won't forget.
vernon ogima
October 29, 2017
Caroline (my new bestest lil friend)
I know that time is passing by quickly and when you read this, much time will have passed. However, some things in our lives are not subject to time. Your dad and I have been and always shall be friends. I met your dad in the winter of 2008 shortly thereafter I met your mom. We immediately connected, I especially enjoyed your dad's ability to connect with people (if he wanted too of course). Our friendship was always that of honesty, spirituality, and best of all humour we always needed to be doing things requiring humour. Your dad was always trying to make me and Sandy laugh.
Your dad was a man of many talents from cooking, collecting coins and antique artifacts, music, sports, health conditioning and not to mention one snappy dresser.
Your dad was always the first to be there to help his friends in any occasion, you can always depend on him to be a part of, he never really cared what the event was he just wanted to be with his friends doing whatever we were doing. I miss that the most.
Your father has left a huge void in my life and many others as well, however he did give us one big consolation gift and that is you. We see him so much in you.
My wish for you is that your life will be inspired by all the great things that your dad was and continues to be, he helped a lot of people who lives would have and could have not been so good. He used a lot of his personal life experiences to help others change the direction of their own sometimes troubled lives. For that reason alone, he will be missed but not forgotten.
Over time you will get know that you will have a special connection to Thunder Bay and the people that your dad has connected with here, please look for us.
Luv ya
Vernon Ogima
Maria (Mia) Conroy-Finn
October 22, 2017
Dearest beautiful Caroline
I met your dad, my cousin for the first time in the summer of 2017. I had followed him on Face Book for a number of years before meeting him and could tell how important family and in particular you and your mummy were to him.
When we met in Canada in 2017 he was just as lovely, warm hearted and genuine as I had imagined.
You were the happiest little girl I've ever seen and that comes from being loved and protected by wonderful parents.
It was great to see his pride and love for you and your mummy.
I am so happy that I got to meet your daddy and he will always be in my heart.
You and I share the same birthday and every year on that day I will look up at the stars and think of you and your father.
All my love. Xxx
Shoreh Armin
October 21, 2017
Dear Caroline,
By the time that you read this , you probably will know me. Your dad used to call me "Bibi". I have so many good memories of him. So many times we used to go have lunch and dinner together , and he was funny and he had the biggest heart of all- a heart of gold, full of love- and he would tell me about his life. We had so many fights And laughter together over the years. And I loved him so much. He left us too soon but all I can say - he will be in my heart forever. The day that he told me he's going to be a father, it was the best day of our days together . And I was so proud of him, and I knew he would be a great father to you. We all miss him so much. Love you, Bibi Shohreh
Dan Boase
October 20, 2017
Dear Caroline:
I will just give you a little background on how I knew your father and I do so because it is unique and amazing to me that he made such a strong impression with such a limited amount of contact.
I was happy to have met your dad last year through my friendship with your uncle Bardya, when Bardya invited me to a Toronto Maple Leaf hockey game. And so it was that I joined your uncle, your cousin Darius and your dad for this game in April, 2017. There were four tickets but not all together so I spent much of the game sitting beside your dad while Bardya and Darius sat a few sections away. While I had only met Pourya on the car ride down an hour earlier, the conversation came easy and it was a most enjoyable evening (aside from the Leafs losing.) Your dad and I got acquainted, laughed, talked about the game but also about life and family. One of the many positive traits I saw in Pourya was his happiness and pride when he was talking about his family and his daughter - one can sense when that love is so big and his smile and enthusiasm told me how BIG it was. I stayed in touch with Pourya after that evening but only over the phone as he was working on a business project that was of interest to me - I was always so impressed with how professional and diligent he was in keeping me up to date on that.
Though my interaction with your dad was not over a long period, it was and will remain very memorable to me. He had admirable characteristics that were obvious at the time we met and in many follow up phone calls. Even in text messages he came across as kind, courteous, patient and genuine! As many have said that knew him much better than I, he had a love and warmth and sincerity about him that was so apparent. Sadly, though your dad's not here to teach you directly, you will naturally carry through your life many of these wonderful attributes and you will know that he passed them on to you. God Bless you and Pourya's entire family.
Mike Chow
October 20, 2017
Pourya was the light in a dark room. A man of few words. He would convey a message with a smile or a joke. Pourya was excited at the prospect of being a father and found endless joy in it. I was extemely fortunate to have had the opportunity to know him and spend as much time as I did with Pourya. Everyday he would remind of me of our pending trip to Thailand even tho it was years away. Forever the optimist!
His quality of character will be missed by all
October 20, 2017
Andy Morgan
October 19, 2017
To the family, especially Caroline,
I never met pourya. I am an old and close friend of Bardya. Having attended the visitation, seeing the pictures and talking to some family members, I could see that Pourya had a very positive and successful life. Wisdom is not always learnt from a book , but by doing a journey. The journey for all of us can sometimes be a little challenging for a variety of reasons. Pourya used his wisdom to give freely of himself and help others whenever he could. He was a good person who left the world a better place through the way he lived. He was a shining example for all of us. This was his legacy for which you Caroline can be truly proud. All the best to you and the family.
Andy Morgan
Cam Thomas
October 16, 2017
Pourya was one of the coolest people I had ever met. He would walk into a room and instantly brighten it up with his ability to make people laugh. His kind heart mixed with with his "living on the edge" persona instantly brought us together. I have 7 years of amazing stories with Pourya, too many to list. I will cherish these stories forever. Pourya inspired me and pushed me to be a better person. He always believed in me. I remember getting the news about Pourya and time stopped. He will always live on in my heart and his memory will always remain.
-I love you my friend!
October 16, 2017
To Pourya's family.
I frequently met and spoke to Pourya in the office -- I found him always cheerful and full of joy of life. I was sad to hear of his passing, and can only hope that the good words and memories from those like me he had worked with, will help bring you some consolation. My deepest condolences to you and the family. Sincerely, Avner Mandelman
Bhavik Dhanjee
October 16, 2017
Farewell until we meet again.
It has been an absolute pleasure in knowing you and the bright qualities of life that you had.
Your departure has left many of us with heartbreak and disbelief however may we cherish and live by the same high spirits that you live by.
May you find total and absolute Peace in the comfort of your Creator
Kamran Ziaian
October 16, 2017
Dear Caroline,I am sure this will not be aesy for you reading all these messages when you are older but when you look at it you will see it is a testament to your dad (Pourya)Although he was my cousin I only got the meet him for the first time in June 2017, That first time was great and he made a lovely warm impression on me, needless to say i could see how in ore of you and your Mum he was. Caroline you were the Apple of the eye and his universe.
I hope some of these work give you some comfort in knowing how much your dad loved you.
I am sure he will still be Sheytoon (Mischivous)and very warm hearted where ever he is. Take care Darling.
with Love Kamran Ziaian
Farhang Manouchehrian
October 16, 2017
To my dear Caroline;
First, I want to say I love you and your mom. These past days, in the midst of our sorrow, you have continued to bring much love and goodness to our lives with your active attention, curiosity, giving us hugs Thank you. And now to your dad. We all enjoyed his love, his sense of humor, his jokes sometimes practical! his generosity and forgiveness. I also admired his strong will and his hard work for his life and for his family. I was very proud of him for it. When your mom and dad were in Thunder Bay, I read a book titled Influencer. It was about how people, with their strong will, focus and hard work, can improve lives theirs and others. When I read the book, I kept thinking of your dad. I called him and told him about this and sent him a copy of the book. I don't know if he ever had a chance to read it. He certainly brought his strong will and hard work with him when he and your mom came to live in Toronto. I am very sorry that Pourya is not with us. Your dad's and mom's love, strong will and hard work will give you a good life, and I hope we all will keep seeing the goodness and enjoy it together for all the years to come.
I love you
Farhang
DJ Armin
October 16, 2017
My Dear Caroline, in addition to many memories that I have with Pourya, the most vivid one is when he was small and we played football together in North York. he was very competitive and every time that I win he got upset and asked for rematch. off course I loved him and let him win most of the times to make him happy. I wish I will have an opportunity to come back to Toronto show you my love and play with you and let you win as well. In my opinion your father was very smart and full of love. Later when he grow up became much taller and stronger than me. But every time I saw him I always joked with him that I am still stronger.
Shahrzad Sharifbeigy
October 15, 2017
Darling Caroline,
I am your dad's cousin. When he was born in Tehran, I had already married and left for Michigan. However, i used to go back and visit our families and on several ocassions I had the chance to play with your dad. He was extremely smart and affectionate. Once, he was about 6 years old and was very hyper. I decided to sit down with him and go over bridal magazines. We spent about 2 hours together, leafing thru pages after pages of gowns and make-up choices and flower arrangements till Pourya decided what he wanted to have for his wedding and his bride. It was an amazing 2 hours I spent with a 6 year old boy, looking for pictures that he wanted to choose for your mom. Your father was a happy man and loved you and your mom very much. Cheers to his good memory
Scott & Jean Cruickshank
October 15, 2017
We first met Pourya about five years ago and he cut a very imposing figure - tall, shaved head and very fit. But he was the most kind, considerate and gentle person, just like all the other Ziaian men we have met. As we got to know him better we learned the love of his life was his wife Krystin and in fall 2016 his newborn daughter Caroline became the centre of their universe. Pourya was a family oriented man and had a passion for his work, enjoyed hockey and sports and was an avid collector of coins and other collectibles. His sudden passing was a shock and huge loss to everyone he had touched.
To ease a grieving heart is the world's greatest pleasure, more so, when the heart is yours. Radhika Mundra
Farrokh Malek
October 15, 2017
Will always miss your kindness and your voice.
Samira Armin
October 14, 2017
Dear Caroline,
By the time you are old enough to read this, the world will have mostly moved on from the tragic events of September 2nd, 2017. Only a small group of people will still feel a painful pang at the hole your dad left in this world by his early passing. Those people are the people who love you very much and who look to you now as the only remaining piece of a wonderful person, lost too soon.
Your dad was what most people would call sheytoon in his childhood. That loosely translates to mischievous in English. He was running around, frequently in trouble, running from the grown-ups, always with a smile on his face. In case you didn't know, most sheytoon people are extremely smart and canny. Your father and I were the same age growing up and for every idea that Pourya had, I remember my answer always being, We are going to get into trouble, Pourya. But that didn't stop him.
Pourya loved with all of his heart. He had so much love to give. He also loved to be active, and was hilarious and funny in ways he didn't even realize. For every time he scared me, he erased it by making me gut laugh. He was also a protector of those he loved and was not afraid to stand up for what he believed in. He was fearless actually.
Your dad grew up, and there's an entire story there. Just remember in the end, he was the winner. He was the epitome of strength and his strength led to him to your equally strong mother. Your mom and dad were a great fit, meant for each other and together, they made sweet little you. Your little face is so innocent right now and you have your dad's glare, or negah as we call it in Farsi. When your dad's family looks at you now, it is with a mix of pain and happiness, and with so much love.
Your dad left this world too suddenly and too abruptly. He left many of us with too many questions and with too much heartbreak. He left a big hole because he was a big presence, a big person and he still had too much to live for. Sweet Caroline, this is actually quite a difficult letter to write. I don't know how to sum up your dad in a nutshell; it feels like an impossible task. Part of me feels like he's still here, just on a hiatus, reinventing himself, as he so often did, and emerging an even better person than he was before. I will be expecting him at the next family reunion and I secretly hope he will be there.
Maybe, in a little while, I'll be able to write more for you and do him more justice. Writing is my thing and your dad has left me without words. I wish you could have grown up with him. I wish he could have taken you to soccer games and taught you things. I wish he could walk you down the aisle and have given you siblings. I wish he didn't leave a family in shambles, parents without a child, aunts without a nephew, a brother without his little brother and a wife without her mate. This was not how it was supposed to go. So sorry little one, for it is a loss I know you will feel forever. But don't forget we are all here for you, and always will be.
With lots of love always,
Cousin Sami.
Bruce Deagle
October 13, 2017
Hey Chum how are you doing is always how Pourya greeted me and his many friends and for every time he did he meant what he was saying. I am so grateful to have Pourya The Persian Prince as a friend truley one of the most genuine of friends. Goes without saying he was one of a kind his sense of humour and ability bring laughter to a room was priceless. A man of many talents who led a very unique life who I knew and felt would do anything for a friend in need. Our group of friends that knew him speak of him often and as always there is laughter involved and that is how we will always remember and keep his memeory alive within us. Caroline who I see as being a Minni P shines of Pourya and her wonderful Mom Kristen will always have us. So my friend never forgotten and always loved. As our conversations would end you would always say, Have a Great day Chum, and I see u later Brudder :)
Kamran Vatanabadi
October 13, 2017
It is a sad fact that faith didn't give me a chance be a friend of young Pouria. For me, he always will be remembered as a little innocent, playful kid who used to come to our house with Bardia for playing, running crazy, jumping up and down, screaming, ... he was so alive. I guess this is why I see his eyes in his beautiful daughter's. I never forget childish fight or fun and happy times we had together, and these memories will remain forever in my heart.
Bardya Ziaian
October 12, 2017
Dear brother,
Today is "cheleh", 40th day of passing. A special day in Iranian culture to remember one's passing.
Pourya is name of a champion. Alas, you lived your life as a one. One can only be proud and humble of how you made the best out of the cards you were dealt. In darkest time, when it was hard, you didn't abondend your friends. You were inspirational to your nephews and cared for your parents. Your love for your wife and your daughter was pure. You were always there to help others.
So here you are leaving us early. Like a candle that was very bright and burned too quickly. Know this, that you did change other lives with similar cards.
If there is heaven, I strongly suggest you practice some foosball. Our score is 26-8 for me. ;) I expect you will have lots of time to practice.
Enjoy your wings, fly in peace .
Love
Bardya
September 24, 2017
We are all really sad to hear the loss of Pourya jaan. Sending your families healing thoughts and prayers.
Fargol , farbod and rest of Booya family
September 17, 2017
I am sad knowing that you are not here to enjoy the things that you love in life, in particular your compassionate and supportive wife and your sweet precious daughter.
Rest in Peace. Missing you,
Love, Your sister-in-law, Angela
September 11, 2017
Our deepest condolences to Kristen and her family, Bardya, Angela and their family, and parents Shodja and Shirin.
May memories of Pourya comfort you at this
difficult time.
Pia DeGasperis and family
Randy Tsubouchi
September 11, 2017
My deepest condolences to Kristen and her family at this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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