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Farhad Ghaffari Obituary
Farhad Ghaffari started his work with NASA before graduating with his masters of engineering at Old Dominion University in 1984. As a NASA Civil Servant, Farhad worked on various advanced configurations such as the F/A-18 as part of the NASA High-Alpha Research Vehicle program, the X-43, and the National AeroSpace Plane.
Prior to Farhad's retirement from NASA after 32 years of service was the successful launch of the Artemis I mission from the Kennedy Space Center on November 16th for a 25-day mission circling the moon. Farhad was an excellent computational fluid dynamicist; known for his integrity and gentle nature among colleagues.
Farhad Ghaffari was the recipient of two NASA Langley Research Center Team Awards for the Ares Project, among other awards, and published many technical reports. He was also an Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
He was a loving and dedicated husband, father and grandpa, who enjoyed his free time with friends and family. Mr. Ghaffari is survived by his wife of 41 years, Suzanne Hope Ghaffari; daughter, Amanda Dawn Ghaffari; sons, Michael Reza Ghaffari and wife Carissa Schmidt Ghaffari and Dr. Kevin Amir Ghaffari; one grandson, Donovan Reza Ghaffari; sisters, Marzieh Ghaffari and Razieh Ghaffari; brother, Ahmad Ghaffari and numerous family members and friends.
The family will receive friends from 1pm to 2pm Friday, May 19th, 2023 at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home at 2551 N. Armitead Avenue, Hampton, Va 23666. Funeral Services will be held at 2pm following the visitation on Friday, May 19, 2023. Burial to follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Association.
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Will Hackworth
May 14, 2024
Dear Farhad,
I miss seeing you in person. However, I know you are not fully gone. Your presence is felt all around us in each of the seasons- in the warm sunshine, the misty rain, the falling leaves and the drizzling snow..
I know you will look over your family, give them continuous guidance and love. You will hold each in your arms, embrace and comfort them softly.
Here is a special quote:
"What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." - Helen Keller
Missing you!
William Hackworth
Hampton, VA
Heide, Will and Ed Hackworth
May 14, 2024
May 14, 2024
Farhad, the day you passed was a very sad day for everyone.
You were the best neighbor anyone could wish for, and you were also a friend - always there to help. Like, when we had severe storms and hurricanes, and the electricity went out for several days. You came over to bring us a light which you built with wires and other parts just for us showing your innovative engineering and science knowledge in creative ways! You also cut up the ornamental pear tree in our front yard when lightning hit it, and you took time away from what you were doing to fix our lawn mower when it quit in the middle of my cutting the grass.
Farhad, we learnt so much about your country of origin including the ancient and very interesting history, architecture and the very healthy cooking. We got to taste some of your delicious dishes during certain events you invited us over. You were also very open- minded, and adopted the culture and traditions of your dear wife Suzanne.
Suzanne, Amanda, Michael and Kevin adore you, and will always cherish you! A key memory will always be the strong presence and impact you made on their lives and the life of others around you.
Farhad, you are very much missed, and so is your smile, kindness, gentleness and empathy towards everyone!
We are grateful for having known you!
Love, Heide, Will and Ed (deceased 2019)
Hampton, VA
EA
May 28, 2023
My deepest condolences. May God's Holy Spirit be with the family. I pray that he brings comfort to you all at this difficult time.
Foden Family
May 19, 2023
The Foden family expresses deepest sympathies and extends our prayers to the Ghaffari family as you all grieve the passing of Farhad. Dia and I had the privilege of sharing company a couple of times with Farhad and Suzanne as you had invited us to dinner a few years ago. You were welcoming and very gracious to our family. May God grant comfort and a peace to Suzanne, Kevin, and the rest of the Ghaffari family throughout this difficult period. Be comforted in that Farhad shepherded a blessed family. In God's Peace, John & Dia Foden
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Carole and Greg Manweiler
May 19, 2023
Suzanne, we are heartbroken.
Our loving thoughts and prayers are with you, Amanda, Michael and Kevin. May you find strength in feeling the love and support of your whole family and your many friends (like us) whose lives have been touched by beautiful memories of times together with you and Farhad.
With our very deepest sympathy and love...
American Heart Association
May 18, 2023
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Charlie and Pattie Bye
May 17, 2023
Suzanne, Michael, Amanda and Kevin, words cannot describe the sorry both Charlie and I feel for you. Farhad you are truly missed and will be for a long time. Lord, help us all as we wrap our hearts and arms around this family right now. Amen
Charlie and Pattie Bye
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