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SAEED KHAN Obituary
Saeed Ahmed Khan of Vienna, VA passed away Saturday, April 11, 2015 at the age of 87. He is survived by his beautiful and loving wife, Behnaz Khan, his children Mark (Susan) Khan, Kamran (Linda) Khan, Chris Khan, Farah (Mark) Shanock, Kevin (Alana) Khan and Monica (Brian) Neshat-Cunningham, eight grandchildren and three great- grandchildren.
Saeed's life journey began on January 2, 1928 in British colonial India. Before his teenage years were over, he joined the British Indian Army Academy and was one of the first commissioned officers of the Pakistan Military Academy. He earned the rank of Captain in the Bengal Lancers Cavalry, swiftly attained prominence and was selected to two terms as aide-de-camp to the Governor General. Saeed became his closest confidant, accompanied him on official foreign visits, and witnessed history-making events in Pakistan. Saeed was also a talented horseman and polo player. In the mid-1950's, while working with the Governor General, he met and married a beautiful American stationed at the U.S. Embassy in Karachi. He immigrated to the US in 1955, became a citizen and resided here for 60 years. After settling in the DC area, he taught Urdu at the Foreign Service Institute. He had a distinguished career as a Protocol Officer of the US Department of State, his acumen in diplomacy made him a valued and trusted advisor. He was Chief of Protocol of the US Pavilion at the Seattle World's Fair in 1962, New York World's Fairs in 1964 and '65, Expo '67 in Montreal, Canada, and HemisFair '68 in San Antonio, TX. He left government service in 1971. After several careers and business ownership, he retired in 2007.
For almost 30 years, he and his loving and devoted wife, Behnaz, happily resided in Vienna, VA. Saeed's enduring interests included restoring antique automobiles and playing at the Blackjack table, while enjoying cigarettes and a good scotch. Though his health greatly declined in recent years, he cherished his time with family and felt great joy being around his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Saeed ultimately succumbed to his long illness, but never lost his spirit, style or sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
A memorial celebration will be held on Sunday, April 19 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Ritz-Carlton Tyson's Corner.
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Mark Khan
April 11, 2025
Dear Dad - It has been 10 years since you passed. This is not been a good year for my family as your great grandson passed in March of this year. I hope and pray that God has taken you into his house in heaven. Love, Mark & Susan
Mark Khan
April 10, 2024
Dad tomorrow will mark 9 years since you passed away. Much has changed and unfortunately, much have stayed the same. We miss and love you, Mark, Susan and Casper "D" dog too!
Diana Valis
March 16, 2023
I remember Saeed endlessly working on old Mercedes Benz vehicles in the driveway when I was an adolescent. He was our next-door neighbor, a very nice man who invited our family over to meet the camel driver that Pres Johnson invited to the US when he was vice President. Big national news. Mark, I see how you miss him. He is remember by many others, too. My best regards. Diana Valis, your next-door neighbor and babysitter!
Mark Khan
April 11, 2022
Dear Dad, it has been seven years since you passed. A lot has changed, some for the good, some for the bad. Please know that you are missed and that we pray for your soul every day. Love, Mark and Sue
Mark Khan
June 21, 2021
Happy fathers Day Dad! We miss you and pray that you are at peace.
Love - Mark
Mark Khan
April 10, 2021
Dear Dad, It has been six years since you left us. We pray that you have found peace and happiness in paradise.
Love Mark & Sue
Mark Khan
January 2, 2021
Happy 94th Birthday Dad. We love and miss you always!
Love - Mark & Sue
Mark Khan
December 25, 2020
Dad, missing you this Christmas. But we take comfort in that you are watching over us always.
Love - Mark & Sue and in Spirit Kayla "D" Dog too!
Mark Khan
June 21, 2020
Dear Dad: Happy Fathers Day! I miss you and will being seeing you soon!
Love Mark
Mark Khan
April 11, 2020
Dad, today is the 5 year anniversary of your leaving us. I miss our talks and your advice.
Love - Mark, Sue and Kayla "D" Dog too!
Happy 93rd!
Mark Khan
January 2, 2020
Dad, today would have been your 93rd birthday. As always, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love - Mark, Sue & Kayla "D" dog too!
Mark Khan
April 10, 2019
Hi Dad - Well tomorrow will be four years since you passed. We miss you and will always remember you and the good times! - Love - Mark, Sue & Kayla "D" dog too!
Mark Khan
April 11, 2018
Hi Dad remembering you on this very sad day. It is hard to believe it has been 3 years. I want to thank you for your continued support, if only in my dreams. Love - Mark
Mark Khan
January 2, 2017
Happy 90th Birthday Dad! We love and miss you very much and we hope that you are at peace.
Love - Mark, Sue, Fran and Kayla "D" Dog Too!
Mark Khan
June 19, 2016
Happy Fathers Day Dad! We love and miss you very much.
Love - Mark, Susan, Fran and Kayla "D" Dog Too!
Mark Khan
May 21, 2016
Hey Dad - It's the Preakness! Remember when the four of us went and the great time we had!
I miss you Dad - Love Mark
One Year Family Gathering
Mark Khan
April 20, 2016
Hi Dad - It has been one year since you left us. Behnaz, Monica, Brian, Abby, Bradley, Bedo, Q, Ali, Susan and myself gathered at the river and we celebrated your passing with a prayer for you. We then went to your favorite restaurant in Middleburg and had a great brunch which of course included Eggs Benedict. We love and miss you. Love, Mark, Susan, Fran & Kayla "D" Dog Too!
Mark Khan
January 2, 2016
Happy 88th Birthday Dad. You are deeply missed! I am going to play our favorite game today! Wish me luck!
Love - Mark, Sue, Fran & Kayla Too!
Mark Khan
December 26, 2015
Merry Christmas Dad! It just wasn't the same without you around to reminisce about the Santa Yeti.
Love - Mark & Sue, Fran and Kayla "D" Dog Too!
Mark Khan
November 4, 2015
Hey Dad - I miss our football phone calls.
Mark Khan
June 21, 2015
Hi Dad - Happy Father's Day, we miss you.
Love Mark, Sue, Fran and Kayla "D" dog Too!
Mark Khan
May 12, 2015
Its been a month and I miss you Dad. I really missed picking the horses for the Kentucky Derby with you. It is always the little things that make up the whole that makes people miss you even more.
April 28, 2015
Accept our condolences
Tahbaz family
Mahnaz
I will wait for you
Nahid Jaffee
April 24, 2015
May his memory and the love you shared be the light you always see.
Rockney Alavi
April 21, 2015
To my dear friend Saeed Khan, I heard today of your passing from azizam Behnaz. You know that I have always admired you and was proud to have you as my friend when you were here in both body and spirit. And now you are with me in spirit alone, and I welcome you to my spiritual domain my friend. I am so glad that I got a last chance to see you last summer and took picture with you.
Sabra & Steve Decker
April 20, 2015
To Kevin, Chris, Kamran and family. What a life your father led and what a living legacy left the world...his children. We wish you peace during this difficult time and know that there are many that are lifting you up in prayer.
Beth Laderer
April 20, 2015
My deepest sympathies on your loss.
April 19, 2015
Losing a family member, friend and loved one is one of life's most difficult paths. All my sympathy to Behnaz and the entire family. Praying for all. Love and Prayers, Madonna Susan Douglas, Warner Springs, CA
Robin Nash
April 18, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the many friends and relatives of Saeed.
Ros & Ray Duda
April 18, 2015
We miss him. A wise gentleman.
A wonderful neighbor. An engaging conversationalist with a funny,charming wit.
He made us laugh. It was an honor to have him in our home. We send love and prayers of peace to Behnaz and all of Saeed's family. He was one of a kind.
April 17, 2015
Dear Behnaz,
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Saeed Khan was a truly special person to all of us. His memory will always be in our hearts. A fighter until the very end, he loved life and his lovely wife, family, and friends above all else. While his death leaves an emptiness that no one can heal, his love still endures, and leaves us with memories that neither distance nor time can ever steal.
Tim & Anahita
April 17, 2015
Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time of grieving. Saeed was a wonderful person who will be missed by all who knew him.
Chisa and Hamid
Houman Vafaie
April 17, 2015
I truly enjoyed every single conversation I had with Saeed, almost always over a glass of fine Single Malt. He educated me on many historical and political events, and of course, Scotch. He truly will be missed.
Homa Andersen
April 17, 2015
Behnaz azizam
My deepest sympathy to you and your family, my heart goes to you, and my Cincerle love and pray for you, which he be in peace.
Doreen Reed
April 17, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss, may he rest in peace. My prayers and love are with you and your family through this difficult time.
April 16, 2015
Thinking of you and hoping you will find comfort in special memories of Saeed. With sympathy and remembrance.
Trudy & Bob Shanock
Terry & Eli Stameisen
April 16, 2015
Our sincere condolences are sent to Farah and her entire family. It was our loss for not having ever met that gentleman!
Noel Belair-Schulz
April 16, 2015
Even though I only knew Mr. Khan the past 3 years, he was a joy to spend time with! I loved hearing all his exciting stories of his life experiences! He will be greatly missed! Much love and prayers for the entire Khan family!
Joe Kull
April 16, 2015
An exciting life, a beautiful family, and a wonderful man. Cherish his memory. May he rest in peace.
April 16, 2015
Offering my condolences to the family sorry for your loss ,
may you have peace, John 16:22 ,33.
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