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James Neff Obituary
Norfolk - James Alan Neff, PHD, MPH, (62) passed away suddenly on Dec. 17, 2014 at Sentara Norfolk General with family at his side. Dr. Neff was a Professor in the College of Health Sciences at Old Dominion University and a Fellow of AAHB. Jim is survived by his wife, Karen Fardella, sons Alan Neff of San Antonio and Vincent (Katherine) Fardella of Chesapeake, and sisters Judy (David) Mullen and Sandy (John) Unger. He was predeceased by his parents Orrin and Betty Neff. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his sense of humor, music, mentoring, NIH research, and dedication to his students.
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Donna Fraser
January 4, 2015
I cannot express how sad Owen and I are to hear this news. Jim was such a good soul-so talented, and always made us laugh. Karen, we are so sorry and if there is anything we can do to help somehow, even though we are in San Antonio, please let us know. You and all of Jim's loved ones are in our prayers.
Youngmi Kim
January 4, 2015
I am so sad to learn of Jim's passing. He was my great academic mentor. I will respect his memory. My prayers are with your family.
Rick Vroman
December 30, 2014
Dear Karen, I was so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rhonda Cash
December 29, 2014
I add my condolences to Jim's family, out of respect to my longtime dear friend and Jim's sister, Judy.
Debbie Tate
December 29, 2014
Karen, I'm so sorry for your great loss. You are in my prayers.
December 29, 2014
Dear Karen, there is nothing that has not been said about Jim. My relationship with him was mostly with you, and I could always see him looking lovingly at you when we were at family gatherings. He held his own nicely with our rather rambunctious family. Dear sister, I never thought you would be the first one to loose a spouse. I am so sad and hope this part of it will help you somehow. He was my friend and I loved him because he loved you and together you two were a team. You are in my heart always and especially now, as you deal with this most important event. I love you dear sister. Love Howard
Karen Goldsmith
December 29, 2014
Karen and family,
Sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
Darlene Troxler
December 29, 2014
Karen and Family,
My Prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless and Keep you.
Shannon Allen
December 28, 2014
Karen, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Shannon
Martha & Christopher Walker & Cowles
December 28, 2014
A good friend and colleague gone too soon.
Georgia Miller
December 28, 2014
I am so sorry to learn of Jim's passing, I wish we could have made it down but I'm getting up in years, andI think it would have been to much for me.
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