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Lillian Wahab Obituary

Lillian E. Wahab VIRGINIA BEACH - Lillian Elizabeth Wahab died peacefully in her sleep, Oct. 21, 2010. She was born in Norfolk and was the daughter of Robert Stanley Wahab and Lucille Grady Wahab. She was predeceased by her brothers, Robert S. Wahab Jr. and Wilson H. Wahab. She was a teacher and administrator in the Norfolk school system for 39 years. She is survived by two nephews, Robert S. Wahab III and his wife Virginia of Portsmouth, William R. Wahab and his wife Linda of Virginia Beach; great- nephew, John R. Wahab of Woodbridge, Va.; two great- nieces, Rebecca L. Vaerewyck and her husband Frank of Stephens City, Va., and Barbara E. Kimpan and her husband Nicholas of Virginia; and five great- great-nephews. She will be fondly remembered by her family, friends, and many numerous students whose lives she touched over the years. A private family service will be held. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 24, 2010.

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Susan Miriam Lenhart

August 19, 2021

I agree with what the other past students say about Miss Wahab. I had her for a 6th grade teacher in 1964-65. She introduced us to so much literature and civics. She introduced us to vocabulary beyond what a regular class would have received. She shared many life experiences to enhance history. I remember her reading Ulysses to us. Other poetry i remember...Flanders Field, Footprints in the Sand of Time, I Shot an Arrow, just to name a few. First learned about concentration camps and WWll in her class. She helped us individually with our artwork. I don't remember these types of things from any other teachers. I still have my 6th grade report card. I ran into her in the cafeteria(K and W) and she remembered exactly who I was. When anyone asks who was your favorite teacher, I don't have to ponder.

October 25, 2010

My 6th grade teacher at Granby Elementary, Miss Wahab was the most demanding teacher I ever had, and she taught me the most. Behind that stately stern appearance was a committed teacher who was not satisfied until she got the best from everyone. I remember how much she enjoyed reading poetry and thanks to her, I do still remember a few poems from her class that I can recite.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Joyce Munden Clark

Rebecca Wahab-Vaerewyck

October 25, 2010

I love and will miss you terribly Aunt T..I carry a lifetime of happy memories of you that are very dear to me..I will keep your memory alive for our family for generations..Love your great-niece, Rebecca Wahab Vaerewyck

Annette Miller Mand

October 24, 2010

I will always remember this lady, an excellent teacher. 50 + years ago. My sympathy to the family.

Mark Kehayas

October 24, 2010

Ms. Wahab was my 7th grade teacher at Granby and was a demanding teacher who always made us up our expectations of ourselves in the classroom. When i reflect back on her i can see that she was what the finest of educators should be. My sympathies go out to her family and friends at this time of loss.

KATHERINE MONTGOMERY

October 24, 2010

Miss Wahab was my 6th grade teacher at Granby Elementary School in 1953. She was a great teacher and a lovely lady. We recently had our 50th Granby High School reunion and her name came up more than once as we reminisced.
Katherine Yetman Montgomery

Darryl Lefcoe

October 24, 2010

I was one of the students whose life was touched by Mrs. Wahab 47 years ago. My sympathies to her family.

October 24, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are`with you at this sad time.
Foy Shaw

October 24, 2010

Mrs. Wahab was my teacher at Granby Elem. School. What a beautiful Lady!

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