In memory of

Iradj Naghibi

October 31, 1940 -  June 3, 2020


We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our father, Iradj Naghibi, after a short battle with leukemia lymphoma. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Safidokht Safipour Naghibi, he leaves behind his daughters Mana (Douglas) and Nima (Andrew), grandchildren Anahita, Safianna, Natasha, and Cyrus, siblings Forough and Manouchehr in Iran, and many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Iradj also leaves behind a wide circle of friends around the world, which he attracted and cultivated with his tremendous generosity, kindness, and hospitality.

Iradj was born in Nahavand, but moved to Tehran as a child. There he worked as a teacher and a journalist before joining the diplomatic corps, rising to the rank of Consul General in Mumbai (Bombay), India. During his diplomatic career, he was posted in New Delhi, Kabul, Oslo, and Mumbai. After the 1979 Iranian Revolution, he and his family moved to Paris and once more to Oslo before eventually landing in Toronto in 1982 to begin a new life. In his new career as an immigration consultant, he helped many resettle successfully in his adopted home.

Iradj and his beloved Safidokht were consummate hosts; they were known for their large and lively social gatherings which were always elegant, graceful, and warm. He was an avid player of Bridge and Belotte, and a lover of Persian poetry, endless verses of which he could recite from memory. Iradj was a true gentleman, always gracious with others; he had a sharp mind and lively, sometimes irreverent, wit that brought laughter to all who knew him.

A Celebration of Life service will be planned when Covid restrictions ease and his many friends and loved ones can gather to celebrate properly the life of our much-loved father and grandfather.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his memory to the Evergreen Brickworks in Toronto https://www.evergreen.ca/donate/from-the-ground-up/. These will be directed towards children’s programming

Here is a link you can copy and paste for the memorial video - we are working on putting it under the video tab: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1eUYNJ1DtohBdp8t8BU5pILlR7RhyVisb?usp=sharing

Guestbook 

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Ulster Family (Friends)

Entered June 19, 2020 from Toronto

Dear Nima, Andrew, Safianna, Cyrus (and extended family),

Words cannot convey how terribly sorry we are about the sudden loss of your beloved father (and grandfather). Our hearts broke when we heard your very sad news. You are a kind and wonderful family, and we are truly blessed to call you our friends. We are here if/when you need us. We wish we didn’t have to socially distance right now.

Sending our love,
Alissa, Michael, Adam and Jonah
xox

Saeed Hariri 

Entered June 19, 2020 from Toronto

My deepest condolences to Naghibi family and particularly Dr. Nina Naghibi. May he rest in peace.
Saeed Hariri

Saghi & Shahram (Friend)

Entered June 19, 2020 from Toronto

Dear dear friend, you are missed so much.

Shadi (Family friend)

Entered June 19, 2020 from California

My dearest Mana and Nima,

Your dad was a very kind, loving, sweet and caring person. You were so blessed to have him as your dad. I was so blessed to have him as my uncle. He always made me smile...always. I will miss him so dearly. I can’t imagine coming to Toronto and not seeing him there. For 40 years he was such a great family friend to our family. We have truly lost a gem. May he be happy in heaven with your mom. My deepest condolences to all of you guys. His presence will be greatly missed. I share your pain today, tomorrow and always. Love you all very much.

Susan Eslambolchi and Mohammad Nezarati (Old friends)

Entered June 19, 2020 from Richmond Hill

We feel so privileged to have known and loved Mr. Naghibi and are heartbroken by his passing. Mana joon and Nima joon, there are no words to describe this loss. Mr. Naghibi will always be in our hearts and we will treasure the memories we have of the distinguished gentleman that he was. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Love,
Susan, Mohammad, Lily, and Nina