Unexpectedly on April 20th, 2017. Predeceased by his adoring mother, Mariam Zahalan. Michel leaves behind the love of his life, Gisèle Tassé as well as his father Daher Saikaley, brother George and sister Georgette as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to a Visitation at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Ave., on Tuesday, April 25th, 2017 from 2-4pm and from 7-9pm. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral (2975 Riverside Drive, Ottawa) on Wednesday, April 26th at 10am with burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral or the Ottawa Heart Institute.