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Gabriel Fariss Obituary

Gabriel Tyler Fariss Gabriel Tyler Fariss, 3, of Roanoke, was granted his angel wings Monday November 12, 2012. Gabriel fought Dravet Syndrome, a rare progressive form of epilepsy, every day of his life and never let it slow him down. He was love in the purest form and expressed that love constantly through his laughter, smiles and kisses. Outwardly he was a 3 year old boy who loved tractor rides, four wheelers, his toy cars and trucks-everything with wheels fascinated him. "Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some people stay awhile. Some people come and leave footprints on your heart and we are never the same". Survivors include his parents, Angela and Henry Fariss, grandparents, Vikki and Steve Dixon, Bedford, Bruce and Cheryl Fariss, Allisonia, VA, aunts, Caroline Fariss, Sarah Fariss Wilkes and husband Trevor, uncle, Adam Fariss and wife Laura, Todd Dixon and wife Allison; numerous cousins. Funeral services will be held 12 noon Saturday at Oakey's South Chapel with Rev. David DeHaven officiating. Interment will be in the Fariss Family Cemetery 3:30pm Saturday. The family will receive friends 2hours prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Dravet Syndrome Foundation, 11 Nancy Drive, Monroe, CT 06468 in memory of Gabriel Fariss.

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Published by The News & Advance from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2012.

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Janet Herrera

February 27, 2014

God Bless you Angela! May the Lord Bless you and keep you and may he shine His light upon you!

Angela

February 26, 2014

Missing you more and more every day My Precious Baby Gabriel. Rest in Peace. I love you. Maa

November 28, 2012

I can't even begin to express how sorry I am to hear of your loss. A life cut short but a beautiful life nonetheless. May you find comfort through the God of Comfort.

November 21, 2012

Angela, I am so thankful that I had the pleasure of meeting this beautiful little boy this past summer. He was truly an "angel" on this earth, as well. Please be assured that our family has you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Cousin Judy (Dixon) McGraw

November 18, 2012

A beautiful boy.

Susan Dalton

Link and Jo White

November 18, 2012

Angel Link and I are so sorry for your loss. We can not imagine the hurt and sorry you are going through Our wish and prayer is that our Lord will hold and comfort you during this time. He was a precious angel.

Please know we are keeping you, Steve and Vicki in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,

Gail York

November 18, 2012

When we are blessed with a special child, even for a short time, our lives are forever blessed. Your family is in our prayers. GiGi (grandmother of Braxton Ried).

Bonnie & Doug Dellinger

November 17, 2012

Angela - My heart aches for you and your family. Shannon always spoke so highly of you as a mother and loved your son so much. We are so sorry for your loss.

Suzanne Dalton

November 17, 2012

We will be praying for you and your family during this time.

Lauri Hunt Foutz

November 17, 2012

Angela, So sorry for your loss. Many thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Matthew and Aprille Tobey

November 17, 2012

So very sorry Angela. Our hearts were broken when we heard what had happened. We will be praying for you and your family for strength and comfort. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

Family of Hailey Bosarge

November 17, 2012

Our hearts and prayers go to your family in this difficult time.

Krisha Whited

November 17, 2012

So sorry for such a HUGE loss. There are no words really. Praying that the Lord comforts you in your grief and meets you where you are.

Keely Mendoza

November 17, 2012

I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet baby. I too, lost my three year old to Dravet. Please know that I'm praying for your family and if I can be of my help or would you just want to talk to someone who knows exactly how you're feeling, my email is [email protected].

Leslie Doss

November 17, 2012

Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

tracy mccraw

November 16, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss can't imagine the pain you all are going through.we will keep in prayers we love all you,Tracy Doug Mccraw

Laila Fowler Graham

November 16, 2012

Angela, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for the Lord to provide you with much comfort during this heartbreaking time. I'm here if you need anything. Love you!!

Rayna Williams

November 16, 2012

Angel, I'm so deeply sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dave & Melissa Sterenberg

November 16, 2012

Praying for you. You are in our thoughts and have our deepest sympathies.

Angela Ross

November 16, 2012

Angela, you have been on my heart and in our prayers! May the Lord show you His peace and comfort during this very difficult time. Love to you!

Becca Crockett

November 16, 2012

You may not remember me as we have only spoken a few times but I was heartbroken to hear of the passing of your little Gabriel. He was such a sweetheart with the most beautiful smile. Prayers for your family.

Sarah Janney

November 16, 2012

Angela, I have been praying for you and your family daily. Heaven is a happier place with sweet Gabe's infectious laugh there. Love to you.

Karla Gragg

November 16, 2012

Angela and family - I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Gade is a true angel.

Eric Valentine

November 16, 2012

Hello my sweet dear friend Angela, you dedicated your life every day for the last 3 1/2 years to Gabriel & were such a great mom and supporter of Dravet Syndrome! Be proud of your accomplishments! No words can express your loss or what you are going through, time will heal, you are such a brave woman and just remember your sweet smiling Gabriel is looking down on all of us playing in the clouds! :)

To the Fariss family & the Dixon family, my prayers and condolences are with all of you.

Taylor Daly

November 16, 2012

Angela,

I was heartbroken when I heard the news. I feel so privileged that I got to meet Gabriel only two weeks ago - he was a beautiful child on earth and I know he's just as beautiful in Heaven. My thoughts have been with you.

Brambleton Solstas Lab partners Patient Service Center

November 16, 2012

Praying for the Fariss family during this time. God Bless you all.

Bonnie Dailey

November 16, 2012

We just heard of your loss. Although no words can make you feel better please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of beautiful time you had together.

Rod Daugherty

November 16, 2012

Dear Angela,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Rod & Kelly Daugherty

November 16, 2012

Mrs. Fariss,
After hearing about the lost of Gabriel I was at lost for words. I had to come on this site to tell you how deeply sorry I am for your lost. His smile and his big bright eyes will remain in my mind and heart for ever. I pray that u find peace during this time and know God has him wrapped closely to his heart. God bless you and your family. From Traci Johnson and staff at the Bramelton Patient Service Center Solstas lab Partners.

Valerie Hughes

November 16, 2012

Dear Angela,

When I first met you I was impressed by your confidence and strength and the kindness you showed to others. It was wonderful to catch up with you later to witness what an amazing mom you had become to your gorgeous boy. Words are so inadequate, but my home is that you find comfort and peace when you need it most. Much love,

Cyndy Williams Brown

November 16, 2012

Dearest Angela and family, I am so sorry for your precious loss. No words can express the heartbreak you must feel and that I feel for you. I pray that you find peace and comfort at this most difficult time.

Janey Mulas

November 16, 2012

His beautiful eyes say it all. I wish I had gotten to meet him. He will be with you each and every day.

Gloria Bindas

November 16, 2012

I don't know any of you, but saw this obit and would like to offer my sympathy to your family. Your precious little boy is now one of God's angels.

Michelle Adams Sprinkle

November 16, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss Angela, please find comfort knowing he is in the warm arms of our Lord.

Sherry Cameron

November 16, 2012

Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of your son, Gabriel on behalf of the Roanoke Chapter of The Comapssionate Friends, a grief support group for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents.

Valerie Hughes

November 16, 2012

Dear Angela,

When we first met I was impressed with your confidence and strength and the care you showed to others. It was wonderful to catch up again later to see the amazing mom you became to your gorgeous boy. Words are inadequate, but my hope is for you to find comfort and peace when you need it most. Much love,

Kathy (Jamerson) Croft

November 16, 2012

Angela, I was so saddened to hear about Gabriel...Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...

Ashley Vaughn

November 16, 2012

I'm sorry for ur lost... U got mine and my fiancées prayers

November 16, 2012

Prayers for the Fariss family, we are so sorry for your loss. He is now a sweet little angel in heaven.

Barbara Arthur

November 16, 2012

Angel & Family
Words cannot express how deeply I feel for all of you. Gabriel was pure innocence and joy on this earth. He brought happiness to so many of us and will always be a part of my heart. It is not the short years he lived but the rich fulfilling way both he and his mommy embraced each and every day with such love and enthusiasm, what a well-lived life here among us. My heart and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. He will be truly missed, he was a blessing to everyone he touched with his beautiful angel eyes and sweet smile. Love to all of you.....

Tabatha Wampler

November 16, 2012

Prayers for this family. So sad, know that he's all wrapped up in the Lords Arms now.

Roberta & Harry Berry

November 16, 2012

Dear Fariss Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the loss of your beautiful son Gabriel. We wish you strength at this time. We are grandparents of a Dravet child and we understand how harsh life can be.

Misty Day

November 16, 2012

Gabe was such a sweet little boy. I didnt know him long, but he easily touched my heart. I know he will be dearly missed. So sorry for your loss of such a precious boy.

Cindy

November 16, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. May your child forever be in our heart.

Noah and Henley (Seizure Response Dog)

Lisa & Noah Smith

November 15, 2012

So very sorry for your loss! Gabriel fought Dravet the best way any child can do....by making the most of every single second God granted him....

Love, Prayers, and Hugs from Lisa and Noah ( 3 yr old with Dravet in Michigan )

Julie Padgett

November 15, 2012

Angela, I am so sorry for the loss of your son. I know that he was the light of your life. You and the family are in my prayers. Love

Mimi

November 15, 2012

Dear Fariss Family - This touches my heart so deeply. We lost our granddaughter Ella on Nov 27 2009 to Dravet Syndrome. She was two years old. It's devastating and I truly know how you hurt. My love and prayers are with you, even though we've never met. God bless.

Willie & Pat

November 15, 2012

We are so sorry to hear this and want you to know you're in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We use to be your neighbors in Glenwood Estate...Willie & Pat.

November 15, 2012

Angela, I am so sorry. I don't know of any other person who could have been more loved by a Mother in their time on this Earth than Gabriel. I am praying for you.
-Kristin Gray

Ric & Kristina

November 15, 2012

Angela,
Gabe has touched everyone who he has ever met with his warm heart and beautiful smile, and those eyes. He was truly loved by all.

Melvin & Felecia Turner

November 15, 2012

Angela, I am so sorry for your loss. May GOD bless you in your time of sorrow.... Prayers are being lifted up for you and your family.

November 15, 2012

To the entire family, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Barb & Bill Yost

keith brummett and family

November 15, 2012

I am so sorry for your lost Angela

jazmine taylor

November 15, 2012

My heart is with the fariss family at this rough time. Gabriel meant a lot to me & the girls at my job & we will miss him dearly.

Tim & Cindy Carter

November 15, 2012

Steve, Vikki & family, you have our deepest sympathy on your loss. You will be in our prayers.

Ann Bailey

November 15, 2012

. There are no words I can say that will comfort you at this time. Just know that I am here for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen Foster

November 15, 2012

Such a sweet amazing little soul. I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you Angela and your entire family. BIG TIGER HUGS to you all.

Sheri London

November 15, 2012

Angela - you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and keep you close during this time.

upset reader

November 15, 2012

Such a BEAUTIFUL ANGEL, that lord has brought home. I am so very very sorry for your loss, stay strong and keep memories close. Your family will be in my prayers. God Bless . ( Such a sweet angel)

Janice Stanley

November 15, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss. What a beautiful boy! I cannot even imagine your pain. I have a 13 year old daughter with Dravet syndrome.

Janice Stanley

November 15, 2012

What a beautiful boy! I cannot even express how sorry I am for your loss. I have a 13 year old daughter with Dravet syndrome. May God be with you and your family.

Amy Dukes

November 15, 2012

Angel I could never imagine all that you and your family are going through in your time of grief but may your memories of your beautiful little boy carry you through. God Bless You

Kayla Aliff

November 15, 2012

So sorry for your loss. Every child is an angel, and this angel was needed back at home. I've never met you, but have a child that attends Penn Forest. As I've learned, in this community, when one mourns, everyone mourns. May you get stronger everyday and cherish the memories you have of your sweet boy.

Misty Ried

November 15, 2012

Angela,
I am so thankful we had the chance to meet you and your precious Gabe at the Atlanta DSF Walk. Clearly Gabe has touched so many lives in his short time here. His eyes and his smile will always be remembered! There is no doubt he was loved. I'm saddened by this loss but I find peace in knowing little Gabe will never have another seizure. The Dravet Family will always be here for you. We are so sorry.
Love and hugs,
Misty, Ben, Braxton and Allie

November 15, 2012

My heart and my tears are with you Angela and your family, Heike (Dravet mum from Stuttgart, Germany)

Tina Evans

November 15, 2012

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of such a beautiful little boy.

Pilli Budak

November 15, 2012

Lovely Angel.

Spread your wings and fly little angel. May you be guided with love, peace and freedom and may your beloved ones take power from the knowledge that you're not suffering anymore.

Love & Peace
Pilli

Lisa S.

November 15, 2012

We will always remember those beautiful blue eyes. What a precious gift from God. There are no words I can say that will comfort you at this time. Just know that I am here for you, to listen to you, to let you cry and to grieve with you, as are many in the Dravet community. We love you Angela!!

Nikki Phelps

November 15, 2012

Angel,
My heart goes out and my prayers go up for you and your family. He is an angel in heaven my dear friend.

Alexa (Hay Hay's Mom)

November 15, 2012

I'm sorry is so feeble a phrase compared to your loss. You are in our prayers, your Dravet family is always beside you. Fly away home angel boy...

Genevieve Harris

November 15, 2012

It was a blessing to be in his presence last month. He Beat Dravet and lives on forever. Love from the Harrises.

Janet Herrera

November 15, 2012

Sweet Gabriel, you shall be missed! And to Angela, my Dravet-Sister Mom: From the bottom of my heart and through the depths of my soul I am truely sorry for your loss! Your Dravet Family will always be there for you, you only have to ask. We are praying and uplifting the whole family and may you find the peace in knowing he will suffer no more, precious Angel.

Love, Janet Jordan Herrera

November 15, 2012

;( ihave no words just this life is not fair.... one Angel left us and its so sad....

Kimberly Skriba

November 15, 2012

Thinking of you and sending thoughts and prayers. Sweet Dreams Gabriel!!

November 15, 2012

My sincere condolences. May you find the strength to go through these difficult times. Valerie Berck (Dravet mum, Antwerp, Belgium)

Brey Olson-Bandura

November 15, 2012

My deepest sympathies. You will always be in my prayers.

Rachel Wilmouth

November 15, 2012

Much love to you my dear friend. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

November 15, 2012

my heart and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. The Peers family

Marcey Chapman

November 15, 2012

I'm so very sorry. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Danielle McGurk

November 15, 2012

Thinking and praying for all of you, You're Dravet family will forever be by your side. God Bless You, Love Danielle McGurk & Family

Paula J

November 15, 2012

Fariss Family. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Gabriel. May your memories of him surround you with peace in the empty days ahead. Hugs...

Andrea Stetson

November 15, 2012

Angela-
I wish I could find words to ease this heartbreak and I know that there are many, many hearts breaking. Gabe was such a beautiful child through and through. I will hold you all close in my heart and prayers. Love you, sweet friend.
Andrea

November 15, 2012

Angel, Oh my, I am so sorry sweetie.. My sincerest condolences are with you right now. You are in my prayers. I love you. Bonnie Hancock

November 15, 2012

Angel, Oh my, I am so sorry sweetie... You are in my prayers! I love you and will see you soon. Bonnie & L. A.

Paula Lyles

November 15, 2012

Our love and prayers are with you. Gabriel was a beautiful boy and a light in this world. God comfort you and bless you in the days ahead. Your Dravet family around the world stands next to you. With love, Paula Lyles

Salena Harvey

November 15, 2012

Angela,
My heart is breaking for you at this time. I will continue to pray for you...for strength and for comfort in knowing that you will be reunited with your sweet son one day. He touched so many lives during his short time here.....he will never be forgotten.

Kiana Hope

Angie Morel

November 15, 2012

So very sorry for your loss our thoughs and prayers are with your family. We are sure Gabriel will be looking over all of our dravet children!

Reyna Price

November 15, 2012

Dear Fariss family,
Our hearts break for all of you that so loved this precious boy. We send you lots of love and hugs and prayers. From one dravet family to another so very sorry for your loss.

Love,

Price Family

Amy Berry

November 15, 2012

Angela, my heart goes out to you, your family & friends. I have been praying for each of you. Love you!

Mary Henck

November 15, 2012

It was a joy to have known Gabrielle even for a short time. He was such a beautful boy and will always be remembered for his courage in fighting Dravets.

Cindy Irby

November 15, 2012

Angel, it has been many, many years since you were the flower girl in my wedding, but I still wanted to express my sympathy for your loss. I cannot fathom the loss your family is going through. Please know that others far and near are praying for your comfort. What a beautiful angel, Gabriel.

Kathy Waloven-Austin

November 15, 2012

Angel, my heart goes out to you during this time. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Shannon Pettyjohn

November 15, 2012

My heart is absolutely broken at this loss. Gabriel was truly an Angel on earth and now an Angel in Heaven. No words can help mend the broken hearts of you, Angela, and your family but please know that you all are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. Call me if there is ANYTHING that I can do!

With all our love,
Shannon, Walker and Piper Pettyjohn

Sherry Beckner

November 14, 2012

Please know our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Gabriel was the most beautiful child I have ever seen. He will now be with Jesus, where he will enjoy perfect health. It is hard to understand why but know you will be together again.

Jim/Margie Short

November 14, 2012

Angela,
Our prayer and thoughts have been with Gabe and you daiy as a mother and son. Also, Steve and Vikki as grand parents. We will be with you always. With love and kindes consideration.

Heidi Williams

November 13, 2012

Angela,

My heart breaks for you and your family at this time. Please know that I am and will be thinking of and praying for you all now and in the days ahead.

Mimi Turner

November 13, 2012

Angela,

I am so sorry for your loss. Your dedication and love for your son are one of the many things I admire about you, my dear friend. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
((Hugs))

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