Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Sunday, September 27, 2020 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Malake Farah El-Rayess. Loving father of Fayez El-Rayess (Richele Caliesen), Georges El-Rayess, Helene (Salim Al-Odeimi). Cherished grandfather of Queennie El-Rayess. Dear brother of Ghassan El-Rayess (Lilianne El-Rayess) and the late Audette (Michel Maghabghab), all of Lebanon. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 10:30 am at Saint Elias Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral, 2975 Riverside Drive. Due to government regulations, only 160 people are allowed in the cathedral at the same time. Face masks and social distancing guidelines are in effect. In memory of Elias, online donations to St. Elias Cathedral would be appreciated.