Obituary – Andre Gabriel Skaff

“The Lord Giveth and the Lord taketh away. Blessed be the name of the Lord.” (Job 1:21)

Andre Gabriel Skaff
Passed away peacefully in Ottawa on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at the age of 73 after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Beloved husband of the late Nawal Skaff.
Loving father of Linda and Jaclyn (Robert Evans).
Cherished grandfather of Sophie.
Dear brother of Elias Skaff, the late George Skaff (Houda), Samia Karam (the late George), Simon Skaff (Nayfe), Karimi Abou-Adily (Elias) of Lebanon; brother-in-law of Ray Skaff (Debra Dinburg).
He will be dearly missed by his many nieces and nephews with whom he shared special relationships.
Andre loved people, especially his immediate and extended family, and was always eager to help anyone, in any way that he could. He gave selflessly and happily to others without hesitation and without asking for anything in return.
Andre’s love for his family was endless, particularly his wife, children, and grandchild.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of The Ottawa Hospital.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, July 31. 2024 from 10:00 to 11:30  am  at St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral, 2975 Riverside Drive, Ottawa, followed by funeral service.
Interment at Beechwood Cemetery.
For those  wishing, in lieu of flowers, donations to St. Elias Cathedral  would be appreciated.

Funeral arrangement entrusted to McEvoy-Shields Funeral Home & Chapel, 1411 Hunt Club Road