# Memories

SEPTEMBER 22, 1972 - NOVEMBER 14, 2020  

I would first like to thank everyone for being here to celebrate the life of my dad. This is what he would of wanted after his death.  I thank God for the godly influence that my dad had given us as children. The early morning pray time With my dad whether you wanted it or not was the most consist...

Memories of Robin

Bible Verses Olinda Fernandes, Modeled It is difficult to forget a woman who comes to mind when we read certain Bible verses. The following are from Proverbs 31 which describe this mother, wife, grandmother, aunt, grandaunt. She is energetic and strong, a hard worker (verse 17). She is clo...

Friends and family took it for granted That there was something ready to eat, If our Doreen stood in the kitchen Or was seated, perhaps tired and beat. She was the true model of Martha; Serving with joy that comes from above; Whether puffs with curry, or pastry with fruit It was seasoned with Doreen...

We at the Djavad Mowafaghian Foundation had the great privilege of working with Ali and funding the GLOBE Project 2020, a culture and leadership study, which was led by this kind, insightful and generous visionary. We are devastated to lose the friendship of this man who was dedicated to the study ...

Time spent with Ali was compelling and inspiring. He spoke to you. He challenged you. He listened to you. He responded to you. I always looked forward to my next meeting with this remarkable man. 

  Dear Dastmalchian Family,  Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of Ali. Words can't express how saddened for your loss. I work at the Beedie School of Business and was employed when Ali started. The first thing that stood out to me was his kind spirit and authenticity. His passio...

October 27, 1954 - August 13, 2020 Ali Dastmalchian lived his life with energy, passion and an an unmeasurable amount of love. His friendships span decades, language barriers and time zones, and he always made time for everybody in his life. He was a great support and a loud cheerleader. He was an ...