Karim Bitar (11 Feb 1965 - 26 Oct 2025)

Karim the best

I didn’t know you sir, but have had the privilege to know your twin daughters. I am sure you remain a very proud dad.

I am very sorry to receive this news and extend my deepest sympathies. Karim was one of my most memorable students during the 3 years I taught and coached at NDI. His warm smile and wit always filled the room.

Deeply shocked and send all my thoughts and prayers to Arzu,the children,Nader and Sami and the whole family for their great premature loss!Karim was unique and feel proud that he came to us in Rome and contributed w/his intelligence, affection and fairness.

I had the privilege to work with Karim for six years at Genus. He was a charismatic, visionary and curious leader, who transformed Genus. Those six years working for him were some of the most fulfilling and enjoyable of my career – I am so glad that I had the opportunity to work with him and help in delivering his vision for the company.

I am so deeply saddened and shocked that he is no longer with us. I struggle to take in that we will not meet again, over a delicious Italian meal, to reminisce and to hear each others’ news – something that had become an annual event after we stopped working together. He was so good at keeping in touch and maintaining his friendships.

My heart goes out to Arzu, Sarah, Sabrina and Dani – my deepest condolences to you. We will hold onto the vivid and precious memories we all have and mourn a great man.

In loving memory and thanks

Catherine Glickman

Dear Family Bitar,
I am deeply saddened and sorry to hear of the passing of Karim. I knew him as a friend in the same class at primary (elementary) school at St George's English school, Rome, before he went onto Notre Dame school; and was blessed to have made contact and have a catch up chat with him over the last few years, albeit on the phone. We spoke about our time in Rome and family, about other friends we shared, Andrej Beloglavec (because of his love of Juventus!), Roland Carnaud, Igor Uboldi, Albert Zaccour and Rex Sampa. I regret not meeting him in person in London in more recent times, but he was clearly unchanged in terms of his lovely, calm, intelligent and kind character. My deepest condolences to his nearest and dearest wife, children, other family and friends, also to Sami who was in the same year as Roman my brother.
In deepest sympathy and love,
Dr Stefan Gleeson (nee Szynalski)

Karim was an exceptional man, and I am honoured that I had the chance to know him well over past many years. He had the unique capacity to make you feel that you were important to him whenever we were together. Despite the fact that he was taken from us way too soon, he left a lasting impact with the love he showed to his family, his friends and his amazing professional accomplishments. We will miss you Karim. I send my deepest condolences to his family.

Dear Karim:
Your premature and unexpected departure has been shocking and very painful for those of us who were lucky enough to get to know you, work with you and call you “friend”.
In this world it is uncommon to meet, interact and work with someone with the intellectual prowess, the pragmatism, the common sense and the drive to accomplish excellence. In my view you were one of those very few people. In addition you combined these qualities with an incredibly humble demeanor, a deep sense of humanism and a unique opportunity to interact with those around you in a pleasant and always friendly way.
I consider myself incredibly lucky to have been able to work with you and to be able to call you my friend and I have no words to express how deep is my pain as I say goodbye to you. I will always cherish our mutual experiences and interactions and will continue to remember you and treasure our time together.
To Arzu, Sabrina, Sarah and Dani, my deepest sympathies and condolences. I will keep you and your family on my thoughts and prayers.

In memory of Karim

We have lost a giant. Rest in peace.

In loving memory of Karim. He was a prince among men.

Dear Arzu, Sarah, Sabrina, and Dani,

I was so deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Karim. Words cannot fully express my sorrow for your loss.

Karim was a truly wonderful leader during his time at ConvaTec and a dedicated mentor whose passion and guidance left a lasting impression on so many, including myself. I will always remember the kindness and warmth he showed to everyone. I will always cherish the time I spent learning from him. His strength and spirit were truly inspiring.

Sending all my love and support to you and your family as you navigate this profound loss.

Alessandra Molteni

I have learned a lot under your leadership. Thank you Karim for everything you have done for me.

Dear Arzu, Sarah, Sabrina and Dani,

Karim was an incredible person and we are so thankful to have known him. We will always remember his warm smile that would light up the street on his daily walks. Our deepest sympathy.

Lorraine, Allan, Jasmine, Benjamin & Allegra

Arzu, Sarah, Sabrina, Dani,

We were so privileged to have known Karim as a friend and neighbour. He was an extraordinary man and will be sadly missed by so many people whose lives he touched. He clearly loved you all so very much.

With love

David, Vicky, Katy & Thomas

Aunt Arzu, Sarah, Sabrina, and Dani,
I'll always remember fondly the times we all spent together with Uncle Karim over Easters and other holidays in the states. He is such a caring person and was always so curious to hear about my life and ask thoughtful questions no matter how much time had past since we were last together. It's so heartbreaking to lose such a loving and thoughtful Uncle, father, and husband. I'm sending all my love to you guys during this time. Though I can't be at the funeral, I hope being surrounded by family and friends brings you some peace and that we can see each other back in the states sometime soon.

So sorry to lose someone so positive and driving as you, Karim. I hope we can all embody 'forever caring' and continue to make you proud at Convatec.
With deepest condolences to your friends and family who will undoubtedly be missing you the most.

Pancreatic Cancer UK means so much to me and the more we can invest and raise awareness of and research into pancreatic cancer, the better. I lost the love of my life to pancreatic cancer just under 2 years ago after Trevor's courageous 1.5 year battle. This donation is in memory of Karim, the most inspiring leader you could wish for and the reason I decided to join Convatec permanently in 2020. Karim's loss is another deeply powerful reminder of how much more needs to be done to get better outcomes for people with this cancer.

Dear Karim, dear friend, caro amico mio, I can’t describe my emotions in these days. I want to tell you how you were and will be forever a “lighthouse” for me in any aspect of my life. I want to especially remember your joy of living, contagious and unique… unique as you are.

Mio caro amico I am so proud to be your friend, you will be always in my thoughts and in my heart.

Dear Arzu, Sabrina, Sara and Dani, you will always be in our prayers and you can always count on us in any moment.
Alberto e Monica