Obituary of Ivan Samson

Samson, Ivan Ivan Samson, our loving brother, husband, dad, grandpa, and ggpa, 85 years of age, passed away on April 9th, 2023, surrounded by loving family. Ivan was born on August 9, 1937, in Johannesburg, South Africa to Cyril and Rachel Samson. Family was his greatest joy. Beloved by many near and far, Ivan is survived by his wife of 63 years, Toni, siblings Esme (predeceased by Alan), Len (Myrna), Sheryl (Yacov), and children Kevin (Margo), Debbie (Karen), Lindy (David), and Melanie (Eli). Proud grandpa to Aviva (Julie), Keira, Ethan, Ben, Daniel and Ethan K and great-grandpa to Eddy. Having lived in South Africa, England, St. Catharines, and Guelph, Ivan and Toni brought people together, building caring and supportive communities wherever they were. Ivan was an exemplary pediatrician loved by generations of patients and their families. His knowledgeable, caring, and holistic approach was inspirational and improved the lives of too many people to count. In memory of Ivan, may you bring people together, build community, promote equity and justice, and create joy. The funeral will be on Tuesday, April 11th at 2:00 p.m. in the Beth Isaiah Sanctuary. Beth Isaiah Synagogue 47 Surrey St W, Guelph, ON N1H 3R5 The interment will be at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Guelph. Woodlawn Memorial Park 762, Woolwich St. Guelph, ON N1H 3Z1 Masks are required for all attending in person and the service will also be live-streamed: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81472229956?pwd=WWd1cjh2TTlzWDlpNW9qRTRpeGRadz09 Meeting ID: 814 7222 9956 Passcode: 668474 The family has asked that donations (monetary or in-kind) in honour of Ivan be directed to a charity that you feel reflects Ivan's dedication to the well-being of children. Alternatively, donations would be welcome to Hospice Wellington, B'nai Israel Synagogue, or Beth Isaiah Synagogue. Shiva will be private. Arrangements entrusted to GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph, (519-824-0031). We invite you to leave your memories online at: www.gilchristchapel.com and they will be forwarded to the family. Service Information Service Date Tuesday, April 11, 2023 Service Time 2:00 p.m. Service Location Beth Isaiah Synagogue 47 Surrey St W, Guelph, ON Burial Date Apr 11, 2023 Burial Time Approx. 3:00 p.m. Burial Location Woodlawn Memorial Park in the Beth Isaiah section Requested Charity The family has asked that donations (monetary or in-kind) in honour of Ivan be directed to a charity that you feel reflects Ivan's dedication to the well-being of children. Alternatively, donations would be welcome to Hospice Wellington, B'nai Israel Syn