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Souheil Samuel Tawil, beloved husband, father, and Jedo, passed away on December 14, 2022, in Helotes, Texas, after a two year battle with cancer. He was 87 years old, born in Homs, Syria to Samuel and Lulu Tawil. At the age of 20, Souheil came to the U.S. to attend college at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in History. He then earned his Masters in Political Science from the University of Detroit, and in 1977, his Doctorate from Catholic University of America in International Relations. He became a U.S. citizen in 1976. In 1967, he moved his family to San Antonio where he joined the faculty at Incarnate Word College. In 1972, he settled his family in Helotes, Texas, later teaching at the University of Texas at San Antonio, and becoming a consultant and interpreter for the U.S. Department of State. He served as Director of Public Relations for the Kuwait Institute of Scientific Research in the early 80’s, moving on to the United Arab Emirates Higher Colleges of Technology in Abu Dhabi, as Manager of Community Relations. He was an avid gardener and wood worker, building an outdoor oasis of a pond, teahouse, rock gardens, and walkways at the home he shared with the love of his life, Tippy, wife of 58 years. He loved the Southwest, traveling and camping during the summer months. His most cherished adventure was a three month road-trip with Tippy, in their 70’s, embarking from Helotes, Texas, to the Canadian Rockies, and on to Alaska. Souheil was the definition of love, the epitome of giving and sacrificing endlessly for his immediate and extended family. His kindness, acceptance, and loving nature impacted all who crossed his path. He fully believed that all people are good and all that is needed is love and compassion to bring out their true nature. Souheil is survived by his wife Treasure (Tippy); son Marc and wife Diana; daughter Leila and husband Eric Meyers; granddaughters Marissa Wilhite, Tamara Wilhite, and Bailey; his brother Ghassan; and many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister Hadwa; and brothers Joseph, Farid, and Fawaz. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made to the Southwest Indian Foundation or the San Antonio Food Bank.

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Souheil Samuel Tawil, PhD

December 14, 2022