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Victor Mordecai

Obituary for Victor Solomon Mordecai

August 21, 1934 – February 17, 2025

Victor Solomon Mordecai, aged 90, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, from heart failure. He spent his final months in the compassionate care of the Princess Alice Hospice at the Langley Court Rest Home, where he was surrounded by love while contending with late-stage Alzheimer’s disease.

Victor was born on August 21, 1934, in Pune, India, to Solomon and Sophie Mordecai. A man of extraordinary intellect, he excelled in school, demonstrating a lifelong passion for learning and discovery. Even in his later years, Victor continued to pursue knowledge, enrolling in classes to learn languages and explore a variety of topics. A man of warmth and wit, he was widely admired for his sharp sense of humor, which brought joy to everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Throughout his professional life, Victor worked as a civil engineer at the British Standards Institute (BSI), where his expertise and dedication were highly respected. Beyond his engineering achievements, he had an extraordinary talent for design and craftsmanship. His beautifully built furniture reflected his creativity, precision, and masterful attention to detail.

Victor’s zest for life extended far beyond his professional work. He stayed active throughout his life and especially loved swimming, which brought him both joy and vitality. An avid world traveler, he delighted in exploring new cultures and recounting his adventures to those around him. A lover of the arts, he held a deep appreciation for visual arts, theater, film, and music. Classical music brought him immense joy, with Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony being one of his favorites.

Victor’s kindness and generosity defined him. Always willing to lend a helping hand, he profoundly impacted countless lives with his selfless acts of support and encouragement. His legacy as a compassionate, giving soul will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.

Victor is survived by his loving daughter, Dafna Mordecai; his sister, Kitty Beckwith; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Solomon and Sophie Mordecai, as well as his brothers: Mordi, Morris, Isaac, and Jacob Mordecai.

Victor will be remembered not only for his professional accomplishments but also for his creativity, intelligence, warmth, and remarkable sense of humor. His legacy of kindness, cultural appreciation, and lifelong learning will forever inspire those who were privileged to know him.

A private service will be held to honor Victor’s life. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Princess Alice Hospice or a charity supporting the arts, in Victor’s memory.

May his soul rest in eternal peace.

Victor Mordecai

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