Shariar Zaimi Obituary

SHARIAR ZAIMI (Age 57)
On Tuesday, August 30, 2011 of Bethesda, MD. Beloved husband of Laura Haymaker Zaimi; loving father of Nicholas, Aaron and Ryan Zaimi; brother of Shahin Zaimi. Friends will be received at PUMPHREY'S BETHESDA-CHEVY CHASE FUNERAL HOME, 7557 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda, MD on Thursday, September 1 from 7 to 9 p.m. Service will be held at the Potomac United Methodist Church, 10300 Falls Rd., Potomac, MD on Friday, September 2 at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Potomac United Methodist Church Building Fund at the above address or to the Johns Hopkins Oncology Center, Attn: Dr. William Sharfman, 10753 Falls Rd., Pavilion II, Suite 415, Lutherville, MD 21093. Please view and sign the family guestbook atwww.pumphreyfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Washington Post on Aug. 31, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Shariar Zaimi

10 Entries

February 7, 2012

Dear Family of Shariar,
I just came across the news of Shariar's passing and I am overwhelmed with sadness. I am sorry if reopening this guestbook and adding to the record of those who loved, admired and respected him so much is painful to you as time has passed on, but I hope and believe that in the long run the affection in our hearts and love we express and share has a cumulative weight and force that is eternal, and healing as it unites us in one spirit. I was a friend of Shariar's from Wharton and will always treasure his unfailing enthusiasm, encouragement and confidence - which were all infectious. He was a model of a good businessman, thoughtful yet decisive, analytical but intuitive, visionary and practical, and above all master of his domain. But underlying all that was a rare humanity, honesty and kindness. I remember the joy with which he told me how his team had used some of the ample bonus money they'd earned that year thanks to their hard work and his leadership, to buy him a sports car as a thank you note! How many people can boast of such devotion from their partners and employees? And his happiness was not so much in the car (though he obviously loved it), or even in the pride and pleasure of being the object of such affection and appreciation, but as much as anything what made him happy I think was the satisfaction of knowing that he'd contributed to the success and happiness of those he cared so much about at PI and their families. That was the person I saw in Shariar. And as important as his work was to him, that person was never more himself in my eyes, or at peace or inspired than when he talked about his beloved family, his wife Laura whom he cherished and his boys who were the joy and treasure of his life. My heart truly goes out to all of you and if it carries the least bit of Shariar's spirit to you this day I will see through my tears of sadness the light and hope he brought, and will always bring, to those he cared for - most especially his family.

Stacy Smith

September 16, 2011

Laura, I am so sorry to hear of Shariar's death. My heart goes out to you and your boys, and I wish there was something I could do to ease the hurt and sadness. Please know you all remain in my thoughts and prayers.

September 16, 2011

A friend of mine died and I didn’t know him that well.
But I liked him and he liked my kids and I do like his.
I claimed him in my heart as my friend; many a year ago!
The tears keep falling and I know why they’re shed,
Yes I know it’s for the things this friend (me) left unsaid!

I’m tired but I can’t sleep because I’m thinking about my friend
A wonderful, kind hearted guy with a great smile, even for me!
Smiles from the heart and soul are worth their weight in gold
Those smiles lift you up and make you feel that you’re being told
even if it is just for a moment, that you are special enough!

Shariar lived beyond time and measure!
His life makes me sit up and take note!
How does one accomplish so much…………
And still have time for every-thing that counts?
Balance was his theme; Family love and people love, exuded!

His absence looks like this huge craterous void…
Starting at his dinner table and projecting out
with no visible end that is seen in my vision.
How did one man have such a world rippling effect?
A ripple I see; my heart feels; and the whole of me weeps!

Yet in spite of his impact, the ripple he left….
He is at peace and in the arms of the “King”
The Bible says it; Shariar believed it is true; and it is truth!
Does God have a new building project for Heaven?
Had Shariar been asked, he would have helped heaven from Earth.

That’s just the kind of man he was!

An observer
hc

David Dreyer

September 7, 2011

Dear Laura, Aaron, Nick and Ryan,
While we have never met in person, we have known all about you for many years, from Shariar updating my wife. My wife and Shariar worked together in Iran during the 1970's, and both ended up in the US starting their lives over again. Over the years we knew of Shariar's business sucess, but he always remained humble about this, and he instead talked about family and being a devoted family man, talking with excitement about his kids, and homelife. My wife learned about Shariar's illness last Spring, and fortunately was able to go see him in person while he was in the hospital getting treatment. We had heard these didn't go as we all had hoped for, and basically Shariar said his good byes to my wife in July/August. God be with him, he was a great person who accomplished great things, and postiviely effected everyone around him. David and Ency

Robin Mellody

September 3, 2011

Dear Laura ~ it is so hard to express how very sad I am about the passing of Shariar. The news just reached me this morning so I was unable to attend the services and express to you and the boys personally our grief and condolences. I am so sorry. Our prayers are with all of you and we are here for you and the boys.. for anything. You are blessed with a great many friends.. family and one another and in that love you will find peace. May you all be blessed with grace and love and peace. Most sincerely ~ Robin Mellody

Paula Sznoluch

September 1, 2011

Dear Mrs. Zaimi, Aaron, Nick and Ryan,
I am sad that Mr. Zaimi will not came from the back door and whistle like He use to and ask me"Hi Paula how are you? where is my family?"
He was always polite, caring, funny and defenitely smart.
I will miss Him!!!
My condolences to you and your family.

Jerry Johnston

September 1, 2011

Laura, I am so sad to hear about Shariar. If there is anything we can do help you and the boys through this difficult time, please let me know. I am thankful to have been able to talk with Shariar back in May at Congressional. He was always happy and had a big smile on his face, which is how I will always remember him. Our condolences to you and the your sons. Jerry, Jane, Sarah, Judy and Jerry.

September 1, 2011

Laura and boys - We were so sad to learn of Shariar's passing. While our lives haven't crossed paths as much in recent years, we remember him fondly as our neighbor, fellow PUMC member, devoted father and husband. May your faith and memories comfort you as you grieve for the loss of your husband and father. Our deepest sympathies and condolences at this very sad time.

David, Connie, Andrew and Kyle Moynihan

Carol Armstrong

August 31, 2011

I cannot think of Shariar without remembering his generosity of time, talent, and treasure toward the Parish Center constructed 2003-2004 at Potomac United Methodist Church. This place of education, fellowship, recreation, and administration would not have been built without his gifts.
Shariar cited a Persian parable about a walnut tree when he explained his commitment: A man was planting a walnut seedling and a passerby ridiculed the man because the tree would not bear nuts during the man’s lifetime. The man responded, “Did I not grow up eating the nuts of trees planted by those who went before me? Are my children not eating the nuts of trees planted by those who were here before us? The seedling I am planting today will nourish those who come after me, just as I and my family have been nourished by those who came before us.”
Ray and I are thankful to have known such a grateful, thoughtful, inspiring man and our hearts ache for Laura and their sons.

Pamela Cole

August 31, 2011

I will always remember Shariar's love for his children. During parent meetings he always asked the most probing and insightful questions about the kids, putting into words ideas that others were only thinking about. Laura, Edward and I are thinking of you and the boys and want to express out heartfelt condolences.

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