At the end of the weekly “Saad Family Celebration”, just as the lights dimmed, Assad took his final breath, surrounded by his loving family, at 80 years of age. Beloved husband and best friend of Terese, with whom he shared 61 years of marriage. Cherished and devoted Bya of Yomna Nuzum, Ruby Jo-Anne Botham (Allan), Lory Carder (Tim), Diane Hunt (Michael), Ellias Louie Saad (Rebecca), Kathryn Hunt (John), and Frances Ann Saad. Adored Jidu of his 20 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Reunited with his parents, Youssef and Johra Saad. Dear brother of the late Antonios (Genevieve), the late Sarkis (Hasna), the late Ramo, the late Himama Saad Boutros (the late Boula), Aldo (the late Msehia), the late Max (the late Mona), Yomna Saad Nohra (the late Hanna Salim), the late John (the late Alice), Challita (Monsuro), and George (Renee). Assad retired from Fabco after 36 years of dedicated service. In 1988, Assad and Terese opened Son Shine Gas & Variety, where they faithfully served their community for 33 years. He will always be remembered for his unwavering faith in Jesus Christ as his Savior, and for his devotion to his beloved family. His legacy will live on through his children and grandchildren. The family extends a special thank-you to the numerous health care teams who journeyed with them during his final weeks. Visitation will be held at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Thursday, September 4, 2025 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Reid Funeral Home on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
