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KENNETH FARAH Obituary

Kenneth D. Farah, 64, our loving husband, father, and brother joined the humble embrace of his Lord Sunday March 2, 2014. The sudden passing of a sweet, gentle, loving, and faithful servant is a loss for all who knew him. He was deeply invested in his religious communities at St. Clement's Church & School, El Paso; and St. Michael & All Angels, Dallas. He contributed much to philanthropic efforts through The El Paso Symphony Orchestra, The United Way, and most recently UTEP & New Mexico State entrepreneurship programs dedicated to the development of young talent in the region. His brilliant mind was always in search of an intellectual challenge. He loved aviation, music, and sailing. His wry sense of humor endlessly entertained everyone around him. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Betty Farah. He is survived by his wife Lysa, daughter Mary Elyse and son-law Huw McDonald, son Mattison; his brother Jim and partner Ken Laughran, Jim's daughters with Cynthia Haines, Elise and Alexa and husband Stefano Ranfagni; his brother Robert and wife Anne, their son Chris, daughters Kateleen, Shelby and Kendall; and his sister Haleen and husband Fred Zweifel, their sons Dillon & Cody. His love, wisdom, dedication, and integrity are irreplaceable. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 7 at St. Clement's Church at 2pm, 810 N Campbell Street. In lieu of flowers, donations in memoriam can be made to St. Clement's Church and School, The Center for Research Entrepreneurship and Innovative Enterprises at UTEP, and The El Paso Symphony Orchestra.

Published by El Paso Times from Mar. 5 to Mar. 12, 2014.
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Being reminded of Ken on the fifth anniversary of his death makes it no easier to accept the loss of my lifelong friend. He was a talented, kind, compassionate soul that I remember only with fondness. I've thought of him on many, many occasions since his passing, always with a smile on my face and in my heart. He taught me many things which I recall to this day. Life is short, whether one lives to be only 64, as Ken did, or 94. Let your friends and family know how much they are loved and cherished. Rest in peace, dear friend. You are not forgotten.

Rick Novick

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February 25, 2019

My deepest sympathy to Jimmy and all of Kenneth's family.

Beth Shectman Kaplan

March 26, 2014

Love and prayers to Lysa and all the family. Kenny you will be missed but your memory will live on forever. Rest in Peace my friend.

Beate Burdett

March 9, 2014

A nice man to have known and fond memories.

Pi Drake Crowley

March 8, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to the Farah Family. He will be missed, but our memories of Kenneth will remain forever.
You are all in our prayers,
Doug & Sherry Pontious

March 8, 2014

Was an amazing mentor to me. He taught me to approach my life in ways that I never imagined. He still had much to teach me. I pray that he can still mentor me from heaven. He can never be replaced!

Goodbye, teacher!

Russell Booth

March 7, 2014

Filed to sign the previous post from Mary in Birmingham! Bet you figured it out. So much love coming your way!

March 7, 2014

Sweet Lysa, Mary Elyse and Mattison, please know I would be there today if I could. All of you and Kennth's family are in my dearest thoughts and prayers. I love you!

March 7, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

David Wilbanks

March 7, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss my prayers to all the Farah family.

Juanita Macias

March 7, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss my deepst condolencesand my prayers to all the Farah family.

Juanita Macias

March 7, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss my condolences to all the Farah family.

Juanita Macias

March 7, 2014

You couldn't help but love this guy. His focus was seldom on himself, but rather, on those many of us who merely enjoyed being in his presence. Rest in peace, Ken. You left us too soon.

Rick Novick

March 7, 2014

Years... a lifetime has past and I have thought about Kenny (I didn't ever know him as Kenneth) many times....always with fond memories. I am so sorry to hear of his passing but, like others, want to wish his family and loved ones my best wishes for them. I just want you to know...your husband, your dad, your brother, your friend MADE A LIFETIME IMPRESSION ON ME and I will ALWAYS remember him. May God rest his soul....

Wally Westbrook

March 6, 2014

So sorry to here of your lost. My prayers are with the family god bless both.

Lisa Steinmannn

March 6, 2014

To the Farah family. I was saddened to read of your loss of Kenny. I have fond memories of him from my early El Paso years. Sincerest condolences for his untimely passing.

Nita Gulbas

March 6, 2014

My sincere condolences to the Farah family. Although its been a long while we had many good times together & always appreciated the relationship we had together. He was a wonderful, smart guy with a great sense of humor!

Andrew Parise

March 6, 2014

I pray the peace that surpasses all understanding to be with the Farah family and may His love comfort you this very hour. In Jesus name. Amen

Keith Parker

March 6, 2014

Barb and I wish to express our condolences for your loss

Ernie Parker

March 6, 2014

With love and compassion to the family. I was a good friend of Kenny's in high school.

Sarah Hales

March 6, 2014

Kennith was an outstanding individual. A man we all could learn from and look up to. Our most sincere condolences to the Farah family.
Kennith and the entire Farah family will in in our prayers.
Most Sincerely,
Jim and Kim Lewis

Jim & Kim Lewis

March 6, 2014

Deepest sympathy to beloved man who was always impactful and generous of himself. To all the Fatah Family God Bless.

Johnny & Bertha Aguilar

March 6, 2014

My deepest condolences to all the Farah family.

Irene N Lopez

March 6, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Farah family.

Edward & Myth Srsic

Myth Srsic

March 5, 2014

Ken was a wonderful guy and friend. I enjoyed working with him during Gus Haddad's campaign. He was always so friendly at school and church. I'm thankful to have known him for many years. He will be missed --. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Marda Whitney

March 5, 2014

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