Hassan Bahrami

Hassan met his wife, Bertha Alicia, at Oregon State University, where he earned his degree in mechanical engineering. He then moved cross-country with his wife to complete his master's degree at Penn State University in 1984 before beginning his career at IBM. In 1994, he was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, yet he continued a remarkable career spanning more than 30 years as an engineer and designer at IBM and Lexmark. He earned his PhD from the University of Kentucky in 1998 and retired in 2016. During his career, he was credited with multiple patents for his innovative technical work, was the technical lead for the launch of multiple new products, and traveled extensively across the globe.

Hassan loved spending time with his family, cheering for Kentucky sports, and supporting charitable causes. He cared deeply for the well-being of others and brought kindness, humor, and encouragement to everyone around him.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Alicia, his children, Amirali, Azita, and Anahita, and his grandchildren, Leena, Isla, and Mia, who brought him immense joy. His growing extended family and many friends added even more happiness, love, and meaning to his life.

Hassan will be remembered for his unending love and deep devotion to his family, his gentle heart, his playful humor, and his unwavering positivity. His warm smile, thoughtful advice, and countless dad ("5-cent") jokes will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to the National MS Society or the American Heart Association.

Hassan's advice to all was to never pass up an opportunity, large or small, to celebrate togetherness, anniversaries of all kinds, or the achievements of those you care about, as these moments are what fill life with happiness and meaning."