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Edward Farah Obituary
Edward J. Farah, 67, Green Bay, died Thursday, October 9, 2014, at his home. He was born July 1, 1947, in Green Bay to Fred and Julia Farah.
Ed graduated from Green Bay West High School, Class of 1965. He married Diane Levendusky on August 22, 1970. Ed served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Vietnam from 1967 to 1969. He was an active member of the Disabled American Veterans.
He enjoyed playing guitar in many bands over the years, especially Second Century Band and the Class Act Band. He spent many hours recording with his best friend Jim Scovell and enjoyed time he could spend with his friends, Dave Pilz, David Johnson and his many musician friends.
Ed also had a special place in his heart for all of his guitar students, especially, Bree, Michael and Ayden. He looked forward to his time with his kids. Some called him Grandpa.
Ed enjoyed his monthly luncheons with his cousins Joe Seroogy, Bill Shalhoub, and Peter Matzdorf. He couldn't wait to come home and share all of their funny stories.
Ed is survived by his wife, Diane; his children and their spouses, Aaron Farah, Scott (Laurie) Farah, Shelly (Jay) Vanevenhoven, Eric (Tricia) Farah; grandchildren, Michael Dix, Samantha Jo Farah, Brandon Lindsley, Emily Farah, Autumn Farah, Jozef Farah, Maggie Farah, Cheyenne Storzer; great-grandchildren, Liam Farah-MacRaven, Leyla Grace Farah; two sisters, Jacqueline (Mel) Fisher, Patricia (Robert) Smits. He loved his nieces and nephews, John (Tracy) Smits, Johnnie and Robbie, Maria (Chad) Lasecki and Cayden, Jennifer (Don) Sipes, Joe (Peggy) Fisher and Morgan, Tammy Vannieuwenhoven, Alex and Megan, and Luke Ziolkowski.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents, Julia and Fred Farah; grandson, Taylor Farah; and a sister and her husband, Mary Jane and Henry Ziolkowski.
Friends may call at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday. The Memorial Service will be held at 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home with Pat Dennison officiating. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.
A memorial fund has been established in Ed's name.
The family extends a special thank you to Dr. Timmons and his cardiology staff, Dr. Sundlass at the Green Bay VA and all at Bellin Hospital who have contributed to his care in the past few years.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Edward Farah
Sarah Hebel
October 13, 2014
So sorry Aaron, Scott, Shelley and your families for your loss. My deepest sympathy!
Shelly Baumgart
October 13, 2014
Sorry for your lost of Eddie. All of you are in my heart. Eddie will be making music with the big boys up there . Give each other a hug from me Aaron, Shelly, Scott, Mikey, Samatha, and Emily. The biggest to you Diane. You a great lady and you need to be strong. I miss every one of you. I am sorry Eric you also. I am sorry I can't make the service. Eddie will be missed.
Betsy Farah
October 13, 2014
One of the hardest things in life is losing a family member. I hope your memories will become stronger and more useful with time.
Brelyn (Bree) McCarron
October 12, 2014
My condolences go out to all the people who loved Eddie the way I do. I always looked forward to seeing Eddie every week. He was an amazing guitar teacher, and by amazing I mean the best guitar teacher you could find. He taught me so much, believed in me, and always did and will inspire me. Eddie was an original. I loved listening to all of his stories and jokes. He always made me laugh. I will miss Eddie dearly. I will continue to play guitar for Eddie and every time I pick up the guitar I think of him.
Mitch Farah
October 12, 2014
So sorry to hear of Eddie's passing. He was always laughing and working the room. With deepest sympathy.
Beth Jossart
October 11, 2014
So sorry to hear about your loss Diane. You have my deepest sympathy. Beth Jossart
kathy mark ron darlene lutzke
October 11, 2014
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Bob Vandersteen
October 11, 2014
My condolences to the Family. A good guy gone too soon.
First met Ed in '64 and he asked me to show him a James Burton lick. (I was 20 and Ed was 17!)
RIP buddy and I'll bet you still know that lick!
Joe Wojkiewicz
October 11, 2014
Scott, Laurie & AAron, sorry to hear about your Dad you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Polka Joe and Cindy Hacker
October 10, 2014
Dear Diane and family,
So saddened to hear of your loss of Eddie Joe. No doubt that he's shakin' things up in heaven now that he's rockin' up there.
Love and prayers,
Joe Koury and family
Barry Van Volkenburg
October 10, 2014
Dear Diane and family,
Jacci and I are so sorry for the loss of my ole friend of 37 years. We wish we could be there for comfort and respect for a special friend who always made me laugh....I tried my best to make Ed laugh as well...we both succeeded!!!! May our thoughts and memories be with you and the family...love Barry and Jacci !!!
Lisa Kroening
October 10, 2014
I understand how it feels to lose a father. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and love are with you at this trying time.
Heather Nelson-DeGrave
October 10, 2014
Scott, Laurie, Aaron and the entire Farah Family,
I am so sorry to learn of your profound loss. I know how very much you all loved and respected Ed as a Father and Musician. Know I am thinking of you all and the extended family and am sending my love. May you find comfort knowing he is at peace in the arms of angels. Much Love,
Heather
October 10, 2014
Diane, I am so sorry. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Linda
October 10, 2014
Scott, Laurie & family.
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Sue, Eric & Cinnamin
October 10, 2014
Dear Diane and Family,
I'm truly sorry for your loss. Ed was a special person and I will always remember his smile and funny wit.
You're in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. Much love!!
Barb & Larry Maxwell
Bruce & Tina Mattern
October 10, 2014
so sorry to hear the passing of eddie. we will miss
the great stories he told. Ed was am amazing guy.Thoughts and Prayers to the family.Eddie will be truely missed
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