Khonsari ,Dr. Homayoun, 69 years of age, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 10, 2011. He was predeceased by his wife Mimi, together they raised 3 sons Navid (Vassiliki), Ramin (Maryam) and Ali (Jennifer). He adored his grand children Maya, Donya, Reza, Ava, Zara, Masoume and Kleio. He is survived by his brothers Sia (Colleen) and Mehrdad (Mandana) and beloved sister-in-law Lili (Farzad Khalilnia) and their families.
Homayoun was born in Tehran, Iran to Assef Assefi and Parviz Khonsari. At the age of 8, Homayoun left Iran to study in England and then Ireland. Returning for the summer holidays from his studies at Trinity College he met and fell deeply in love with his wife of 38 years Mimi Vaygani. Together they travelled to Montreal, Canada where Homayoun finished his residency at McGill University and began practicing Urology. Their son Navid was born in 1969 and Ramin followed in 1970. Upon returning to Iran in1972, their youngest son Ali was born. Homayoun's prominence as an Urologist grew with key roles as the Head of Urology at the University of Tehran and the Dariush Kabir Hospital. Homayoun returned to Canada in 1980 where he would remain and raise his family. During the last 31 years Homayoun took on a number of roles at the Royal Victoria Hospital including 2 terms as Chief of Surgery.
His dedication to his job was unprecedented and his genuine affection for all those he workedwith was evident from the kindness and love he received in return. His spirit, love and dedication shall always be remembered and celebrated by his family and all those he touched.
The Funeral will take place on Thursday April 14th at 2 p.m. at the Barrie Union Cemetery (338 Sunnidale Road). Reception to follow at the Barrie Country Club (635 St. Vincent Street North). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hospice Simcoe . Online condolences may be made at www.steckleygooderham.com