Ali Q. Wandi Obituary (1965 - 2023)

Ali Q. Wandi, age 58, of Erie, passed away peacefully in Houston, TX with his family by his side on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. He was born in Erbil, Iraq on June 8, 1965, son of the late Qully Muhamed and Jayran Bahram. Ali received his Bachelor's Degree in English from the University of Basrah, after which he immigrated to the United States. He was passionate about his work as a Senior Principle Analyst and served as a Video Forensic Expert in Washington D.C. Ali was a devoted family man, dedicating all of his free time to his wife and children. He was known for his great sense of humor that brightened the lives of those around him. His worldly outlook and knowledge made him a cherished figure in his professional and personal circles. Ali is survived by his wife, Marlene Wandi; four children, Adam Nainar, Sarah Nainar, Yusif Wandi and Azad Wandi; four brothers, Yaseen, Muhsin, Khalil and Taha; three sisters, Sakina, Thuraya and Hurria; his mother-in-law, Margaret Hume; two sisters-in-law, Jane Hume (Tom Lewis) and Lisa Vaughn (Robert); and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Tahseen; and his father-in-law, James Hume. At the family's request, private arrangements with interment at Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery are being handled by the Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Rd. CLICK HERE TO PRINT THIS PAGE SHARE TO SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL