Zulfi passed away surrounded by loved ones on 12/17/20. He was preceded in death by his father, Shakir Merchant. Zulfi leaves behind his Mother Rehana Merchant, Sister Naseem Merchant, beloved significant other, Victoria Graham and her daughter Haley Graham, his children Zahir Merchant and his wife Rae, Aliyah Merchant, Alton Merchant, Sophia Merchant, and Gabe Merchant. 

Zulfi will be remembered on Tuesday 12/22/20 by family members at a graveside ceremony at Evergreen Baptist Church in Vance, AL with a memorial blood drive to be announced at a later time. 

Zulfi grew up in Mumbai and moved to the USA to obtain his MBA at New Hampshire College. He was a loving father to his 5 children and a loyal friend to all. Zulfi was an avid long distance runner, a voracious reader who spoke several languages, and a gifted gardener. He grew all that he touched through love, patience, and joy - people and plants alike. Zulfi had a smile and dad joke for everyone, and worked tirelessly in the community volunteering in every way he could. He loved sports, music, good food, and life. He made the world a better place, and his absence will be felt by many for years to come.


Professional services entrusted to W.E. Lusain Funeral Home of Birmingham, AL.