Maneck Hormusji Sidhwa

Born on November 6, 1947, in Bombay, India, into a priestly family, Maneck was one of six children, with four brothers and one sister. From an early age, he was immersed in religious studies, continuing them through the completion of high school. These formative years instilled in him a strong foundation of faith and discipline that would guide him throughout his life.

Afterward, he earned his Bachelor of Commerce in Bombay before beginning a professional career that reflected his determination and versatility. While working at the Central Bank of India, Maneck was introduced to Pervin, who would become the love of his life. Their journey together began with marriage in Iran, marking the start of a partnership filled with devotion and joy. From there, Maneck expanded his horizons overseas with professional assignments in Nigeria and Sierra Leone — experiences that enriched his outlook and prepared him for the next great chapter of his life.

In 1988, Maneck and his family moved to the United States. He worked tirelessly to build Xebur Electronics, a business named in honor of his two sons, a testament to how central family was to his every endeavor.

Together, Maneck and Pervin built a loving home and raised two sons, Xerses and Burjis, instilling in them the same values of compassion, hard work, and faith that guided his own life. His joy only grew with the addition of his daughter-in-law, Persis, and especially with the arrival of his grandchildren, Arman and Ameera, whom he adored deeply and who brought him endless pride and happiness.

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Beyond his devotion to his family, Maneck was a pillar of the Zoroastrian community in Houston. As a caretaker of the Atash Kadeh and one of its priests, he dedicated countless hours to providing spiritual guidance and performing sacred ceremonies, including marriages, Navjotes, Jashans, funerals, and other religious services. His calm presence, steadfast faith, and generosity of spirit brought comfort and meaning to all who sought his counsel.

Maneck’s final days were surrounded by the compassion and love of not only his wife and children, but also of Pervin’s sister, Nergish, and his beloved niece, Jenisteen, who stood faithfully by his side. The outpouring of support from the wider Zoroastrian community was also an incredible source of comfort and strength for Maneck and his family during this time.

He will be remembered for his unwavering love of family, his commitment to community, and his quiet but profound strength of character. His legacy lives on not only in his children and grandchildren, but also in the countless lives he touched with his kindness, wisdom, and faith.

He will be deeply missed, but his light will continue to guide us, as he rests in eternal peace.

A visitation will be held at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, Chapel, located at 12800 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77077, on September 23, 2025, from 9:30 am to 10:30 am.

The funeral service will follow at the same venue from 10:30 am to 11:30 am.

A time to share memories will occur at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, Chapel, at 12800 Westheimer Rd., Houston, Texas 77077, from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm.

A witness cremation is scheduled at Chapel of Eternal Peace at Forest Park C, Chapel 3, located at 2454 S Dairy Ashford, Houston, TX 77077, from 12:15 pm to 12:45 pm.