Michel A. Makdissi was born to Dr. Antonius and Linda Makdissi on October 9, 1926 in Lebanon, passed away July 15, 2011 in Houston, Texas. Michel was a graduate of Lugaili High School. He went to American university where he graduated and became a Civil Engineer. Michel was a Business man and he taught French to the Monks at Deir Balamd. He was active in St. George Orthodox Church for 35 years. Michel is preceded in death by daughter Nada Michel Makdissi and brother John. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Alice, daughter Linda Makdissi, and brothers Ray Makdissi and wife Bonnie and daughters Michell and Suzan. Special thanks to all our faithful friends and to the parish members of Saint George Orthodox Church. Services for Michel will be held on July 19, 2011 at 10:00am at St. George Orthodox Church. Interment will be at Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery. A Trisaigon will be held on Monday, July 18, 2011 at 5:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. George Orthodox Church, Holy Forty Martyr.