Obituary of Jeno Scharer

Dr. Jeno Matyas Scharer, Professor Emeritus of Biochemical Engineering, University of Waterloo, died suddenly on September 1, 2013, aged 74. Jeno had many passions, including spending time with his loved ones, genealogy (he was particularly adept at uncovering long lost relatives all over the world), his scientific endeavours, participating in academic and social organizations, gardening, cooking, his much-loved dog, Rufus, soccer, the outdoors and travel. Jeno led an adventurous life, always with a sense of humour. He was born in Hungary on February 26, 1939. He fought in the Hungarian Revolution in 1956 and then escaped to the US where he continued his education. In 1968, he moved to Canada and began a fulfilling lifelong career of teaching and research at the University of Waterloo in the Chemical Engineering department. Jeno was also a consultant with Senes Consultants Ltd. Jeno is survived by beloved partner Inka Glick; his three daughters by his first wife, Iris: Ilona (John), Niko (Brad) and Margo (Mike) and their children, Michael, Noah, Mari, Zander, Meg, Campbell, Ben, Remy and Zack; and the two children of his second partner, Lesia (deceased): Paul (Amanda), Molly (Will) and their children, Aaron, Arthur and River. He is fondly remembered also by his immediate and extended family in Hungary including his brother, Matyas (Irenke) and their children, Sandor and Iringo. He was predeceased by his parents, Matyas and Irén. He was a loving, fun and dynamic Dad, Grandpa and friend. Jeno is missed dearly by all. There will be a memorial reception on Thursday, September 5, 2013 from 7-9 p.m. at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo. Condolences for the family and in lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation, the University of Waterloo Chemical Engineering Department (in order to establish a future bursary or scholarship fund) or to a charity of your choice may be arranged through the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.