Sidney G. Masri

Sidney G. Masri passed away on June 30, 2024, at the age of 85 in Falls Church, VA. Born on August 26, 1938, in Baghdad, Iraq, Sidney achieved a distinguished educational background, earning a degree from Princeton University followed by a JD from the University of Pennsylvania.

Sidney dedicated 20 years of his career to NASA as an attorney, where he managed contracts for the Space Shuttle. He left the government to work as general counsel at Western Union, GTE, and he concluded his career at MAMSI/UNITED Healthcare, leaving a legacy of dedication and excellence in his field, as well as many dear friends and colleagues.

Beyond his professional life, Sidney was passionate about the outdoors. He was a master gardener, taking pride in his exquisite garden at Chandler Street. His love for nature extended to hiking, biking and skiing, activities that he enjoyed immensely and shared with friends and family.

Sidney is survived by his beloved wife, Patricia; his son, David Masri and his wife Sally, and their sons, Jack and Luke; his daughter, Rebecca, her husband Joe, and their children, Jacob and Riley; and his brothers, Norman and Raymond Masri.

Sidney's life and achievements will be remembered and cherished by all who knew him.

A memorial service will be held at The National Funeral Home, 7482 Lee Hwy, Falls Church, VA. on July 7, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. A luncheon will follow.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the Memory Disorders Clinic of Georgetown University, where Sidney was enrolled in trials for potential Alzheimer's drugs. He was committed to doing everything he could to help put an end to this horrible disease.
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