Slain Halifax man remembered as devoted family man, passionate musician
CBC
A Halifax man who was killed Thursday is being remembered as a passionate family man who loved playing music and interacting with customers at Insight Optometry.
Police say Tony Nader, 55, was attacked and killed at his workplace. Friends and colleagues expressed shock at his death and praised him as a warm, friendly person who cared deeply about others.
Will Hansen said he and Nader met about five years ago and bonded over a shared love of guitars. Both bought, sold and traded instruments as a hobby.
"He was a beloved musician in the Nova Scotia community as well, having done his own projects as well as having been part of bands in the area," Hansen said.
"From the moment I met Tony, it was apparent to me that his enthusiasm was infectious, and that his generosity and kindness were there for everyone."
Nader worked at Insight Optometry, but Hansen said when the two "talked shop" it was about music. Hansen said Nader was a man of integrity and honesty.
"When you met Tony, you knew you had a friend for life," Hansen said.
"I did not know his immediate family personally, but I know he was a devoted family man and that he would have done anything for his wife and daughters. He will be dearly missed, and I must offer sincere condolences to his family and friends over this senseless tragedy."
Nader left a wife and two young children.
Susan Pfeiffer knew Nader for 30 years. They were friends, but she also saw his professional passion.
"Tony was the man responsible for keeping me in high-eyeglass style," she said Friday. "I think he enjoyed the challenge of choosing my frames to match my eclectic artist style."
She said she was devastated to hear of his death.
Nader joined the Ultimate Online Nova Scotia Kitchen Party's COVID-edition last year, and contributed this video, showcasing his musical skills.
CBC interviewed Nader in 2016 for a feature about the pressure to always have the latest mobile phone. At the time, he didn't own one.
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