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Abdel-Wahab Soliman Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Dr. Abdel-Wahab Soliman, beloved husband, father, friend, and community leader, who passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025, while visiting his homeland of Egypt.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Manal; and his three cherished daughters, May, Reem, and Tutu, to whom he was not only a loving father but also a close friend. The family also mourns the recent loss of his loyal dog, Teddy, who passed away just weeks after Dr. Soliman. We find comfort in the thought that they are now keeping each other company.
Dr. Soliman earned his Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Clemson University in South Carolina, and worked in information management at Owens Corning in Toledo until his retirement. He later pursued a second degree at Al-Azhar University in the College of Religious studies, a testament to his lifelong love of learning.
He was known for his humility, sincerity, and deep commitment to faith and service. He dedicated his life to education, spiritual growth, and uplifting others with compassion and wisdom.
Dr. Soliman served as the President of the council, and recently, the Chair of the board of trustees at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo. He was active in numerous non-profits, taking part in interfaith and community initiatives, including the Multi-Faith Council. He also served on the board of the World Affairs Council of Northwest Ohio and was a member of the steering team for the Multicultural Network at Owens Corning. He was widely respected for his thoughtful dialogue, patience, and kind-hearted guidance - a trusted confidant to many across all walks of life.
Dr. Soliman was laid to rest in his ancestral town in Egypt. He leaves behind a profound void in the hearts of all who knew him.
His memorial service will be held at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo, 25877 Scheider Rd., Perrysburg, OH 43551, on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
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Jessie Wagner
Yesterday
While I never had the honor of meeting Dr. Soliman, I came to know him through May. She told me so much about him and shared the love she had for him and him for her. Sending all peace during this difficult time.
Nasir Husain, MD.
Yesterday
Abdel-Wahab was someone who was always there as a friend and ready to help u in any way possible, never exposing the health challenges he faced that would have put anyone to test. Truly a humanitarian. He will surely be missed everytime we need a friend who was always there to lend a shoulder.
Mohsin Jamali
Yesterday
Dr Abdul-Wahab was a great friend who devoted his life to social work. It was a pleasure to work with him on volunteer activities. I was shocked to learn that he passed away. My condolences to his family and three daughters. May he Rest in Peace
Joseph Moran
Yesterday
He was an early member of the Multifaith Council's Mens Group. Abdel-Wahab was a man who a mind full of thought, a heart full of compassion, and whose feet were on the ground.
Yasmin parvez
August 17, 2025
We lost a remarkable soul, and his absence is still deeply felt. His kindness, wisdom, and generosity of spirit left an everlasting mark on everyone who knew him. Though the months have passed, his memory remains vivid, and the lessons he shared continue to guide and inspire us each day. His true legacy lives not only in his accomplishments, but in the love, light, and warmth he brought into the lives of so many. May his memory be eternal!
Bindu Mistry
August 17, 2025
Dr. Abdel-wahab was a great friend, have known him through MFC for many years, even great volunteer.
May his soul rest in peace.
Condolences to Manal and family.
Bindu Mistry
Laila and Greg Ball
August 17, 2025
Dearest Abdel-Wahab, your sudden departure has left a huge hole in our hearts and community. You were a friend, big brother, father-figure, and spiritual guide to many including Greg and myself. Your example of leadership, walking the talk, and Islamic life is so hard to follow but will always be a bar to which we will hold ourselves and community leaders.
May Allah SWT forgive your shortcomings and place you in the highest levels of Jannah. Rest in peace with your pal Teddy, until we meet again inshallah.
Ya Allah ya raheem, shed your light and guide us on your righteous path, clear our hearts and minds of earthly distractions, help us be our best selves and servants to you and humanity, prepare us to be reunited with Abdel-Wahab when you call us back.
Al-Fatiha. In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all the worlds. The Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Master of the Day of Judgment. You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help. Guide us on the Straight Path, the path of those who have received Your grace; not the path of those who have brought down wrath upon themselves, nor of those who have gone astray. Ameen.
Maseeh Rehman
August 17, 2025
A great friend a person sincerely devoted to serving community and was always there for others
He was approachable, respective and very appropriately responsive to any issues
Always keen for betterment of faith and community
He will be missed
May Allah grant him The highest in Junnatul Firdaus
Hossam Rabei
August 17, 2025
May Allah have mercy on him and grant him a place in His spacious gardens... I will never forget when he came to the Faculty of Arts building, Mansoura University, in the early eighties to introduce us to his fiancée, our dear colleague, Sister Manal Al-Sheikh. At the time, I had an exhibition about the art of photography, which included my artistic paintings. He expressed his great admiration for the exhibition and promised me that he would send me a group of books on this art that he brought with him from America. Indeed, I was surprised when Manal gave me the books a few days later to copy them. I still keep them until now and read them with great passion. They were very useful for my artistic career. I offer my condolences to my sister and colleague, Manal, and her dear daughters on the loss of their dear one, and I wish them all patience and solace for his painful loss.
Hossam Rabei
August 17, 2025
May Allah have mercy on him and grant him a place in His spacious gardens... I will never forget when he came to the Faculty of Arts building, Mansoura University, in the early eighties to introduce us to his fiancée, our dear colleague, Sister Manal Al-Sheikh. At the time, I had an exhibition about the art of photography, which included my artistic paintings. He expressed his great admiration for the exhibition and promised me that he would send me a group of books on this art that he brought with him from America. Indeed, I was surprised when Manal gave me the books a few days later to copy them. I still keep them until now and read them with great passion. They were very useful for my artistic career. I offer my condolences to my sister and colleague, Manal, and her dear daughters on the loss of their dear one, and I wish them all patience and solace for his painful loss.
Zeba Khan
August 17, 2025
Allah yerhamo - it was such shocking news to hear uncle had passed. His love for lifelong learning is particularly inspiring to me and I will remember his kind smile whenever we exchanged salaams. Sending my love to Manal aunty, May, Reem, and Tutu. May Allah (swt) grant you sabr as you navigate this new chapter.
Judy Lee Trautman
August 17, 2025
I was stunned and deeply saddened to learn of Abdel-Wahab's suddenly passing in Egypt. We had recently had a deep conversation at the MultiFaith Council Faith Leader Breakfast. During our table discussion, he quietly shared how painful the racism in this country was to him. It broke my heart. After my closing prayer, we spoke and confirmed our long friendship with his family. His long service to this community is exemplary. I send loving sympathy to Manal and their daughters, also dear, longtime friends.
Jumana McManus
August 17, 2025
Allah Yirhamo, he was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed.
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