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Fuad Rihani Obituary
September 30, 1927 - June 26, 2020
Cary
Dr. Fuad Akil Rihani, 82, of Cary, NC, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2020, surrounded by his beloved wife and children. He was preceded in death by parents Akil and Tamam, brothers Fouzi and Kamal, and sisters Maha and Juliet. Fuad is survived by his wife of 50 years, Kathy; children Elizabeth (Rami), Kristin (Tom), and John (Angie); grandchildren Hana and Alia (Elizabeth and Rami), Rachel and Thomas (Kristin and Tom), and Jenna and Grace (John and Angie); sisters Jane and Awatif; brother Jamal; countless family in Jordan, the United States, and around the world. Fuad worked in Saudi Arabia for more than 40 years on transportation and highway projects. He was active in his church, Resurrection Lutheran Church in Cary, NC. His generosity, warmth, intelligence, and infectious laughter will live on in the hearts and stories of everyone who knew him. Due to COVID-19 circumstances, a memorial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages well-wishers to donate to Resurrection Lutheran Church, 100 W. Lochmere Drive, Cary, NC 27518; or Grace Lutheran Church, 4536 Hickory Lincolnton Hwy, Newton, NC 28658. Final arrangements are being handled by Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, Cary, NC, (919) 467-8108.
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Nancy Brockhoff
July 5, 2020
The friendship of Fuad and my father is such a sweet memory. Though I really don't know how they met or became friends, I know both mom & dad cherished your presence in their lives here on earth, and now, please God, in eternity. Blessings to you Kathy and family!
Barbara Rudisill and Woody Z. Lucas
July 2, 2020
So sorry to hear of Fuads passing. Take comfort that he is now in Gods heavenly family. Kathy and family he will live on forever in your hearts through treasured memories. Hugs to you all.
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