Khaleh Reyhaneh, I will miss you. You perfectly embodied kindness, warmth, and affection.
Thank you for the wonderful times we spent together. I remember sitting at the dining table at Amoo’s house learning English together more than 25 years ago. I’d get excited each time you brought home pastries from your baking classes or your first job at Costco. To this day, every time I walk into a bakery brings back those happy memories.
Your commitment to your craft left a strong impression on me as a young boy. I recall your focus from age 16 on - you were a woman on a mission! I’m happy (and filled with pride) that your dedication, alongside that of Rafael Jan’s, paid off. I’ll always remember visiting your stores in Florida. Together you proved that success is no accident!
I’m so glad to have met your wonderful children and that you met (and danced with) Linda at our wedding. Though our times together were short in recent years, our bond never wavered. The early friendship we forged outlasted both time and distance. I suspect that’s how most people feel about you.
It is said the measure of our impact is how many histories must include our name? Your name will always be in mine. And I’m sure in the many others lucky enough to have been in your orbit ♥️
Gone, but never really gone. Rest easy Khaleh.
My deepest condolences to the Bautista and Moghaddam families.
Love,
Karoon