Obituary of SYED WARIS SHERE

SYED WARIS SHERE Syed Waris Shere of Winnipeg, Manitoba, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2104 at his home. He was 78 years old. Waris was born in Patna, India. He was educated at Aligarh Muslim University, the University of London and Technische Hochschule in Aachen, Germany. He taught applied mathematics at the University of Manitoba and Red River Community College and authored several books on international affairs. He was also a freelance writer in many international newspapers, mainly on the subject of peace. Waris received high praise from his students for being an exceptional teacher. He took great passion in his work. However, he was equally passionate about human rights and justice for all people, regardless of race, color, religion, creed or gender. Waris spent his spare time battling inequality and intolerance and spoke out against violence. Above all, Waris was a loving father, grandfather, and husband. He took a very active role in all of his children's lives and was extremely proud of their accomplishments. He was also a proud Winnipeg Jets and Winnipeg Blue Bombers fan. Waris is survived by his wife Parvin, daughter Sahba and sons Sheraz and Feraz, and four grandchildren, Shaan and Kamran Hoda and Ruby and Lena Shere. A service was held at the Grand Mosque last week.