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Dr. George Salameh Dabai

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Dr. George Salameh Dabai Was born in Ramallah, Palestine on January 07, 1947 where he attended the Friends Boys School and then immigrated to the USA in 1967. George then attended the Colorado School of Mines and graduated with a PhD in mineral economics in 1977-marking the beginning of his 30 year employment with the US Government's Department of Interior. Our beloved George lost his long battle against non-Hodgkin lymphoma on May 16, 2008. George is survived by his wife Judy; and children: Marcus, Kristilia, Sonia, Yvonne, and Paul Dabai; his brothers: Nabeel, Bahij, Samir, Mitri, and Issa Dabai; his sisters: Ivone Ziyadeh, the late Faika Dabai, Salma Lussy, the late Samira Ziyadeh, and Jameeleh Saoud. George was a very kind and selfless person who dedicated his life to helping others. George was loved by all those around him and will be truly missed by his family and friends. The Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2008, 10:00 am at the Bayside Church, 8191 Sierra College Blvd., Roseville, CA 95661.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on May 23, 2008.

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Sacramento CA Travis family with George early July 07

Jim Travis

May 24, 2008

Memory Eternal! George, my dear friend and koumbaro, surely there is a place in heaven for you where there is no pain, no sorrow, no suffering...You have been an inspiration to my entire family with your unconditional love to my mother (also godmother and namesake for your daughter Kristalea), my father, my brother and my three children. I'm grateful that my son Elias was able to be at your funeral today. Your example of putting the Lord first reminded me of my father who passed away nearly 10 years ago. We have alot to learn from your self-sacrifice and giving spirit. You definitely put words into action! Your work ethic was unparalled. I have often stated that if other government workers were like you, we would need far fewer and there would be no waste in government. We had our lighter & fun moments too, with the car salesman on one occasion when you helped me purchase the 'Olds Delta 88' and with the numerous packages of hot sauce you ate unaccompanied without any difficulty! Rest peacefully my good friend--everyone's good friend....

sammy nazzal

May 23, 2008

george was my mom's first cousin. i've lost touch with most of the family. i am really sorry to hear he passed away so young. i saw mitri about a year ago, he told me that george was not doing so good. i hope nabil is ok. please accept my deepest condolances. god bless.

Maria Damitz

May 23, 2008

George hired me 20 yrs. ago at BLM. He was a caring and loving man. I know some of his family. For the family and friends my hope is the nice memories and fun times you had with George and knowing that people care, help to ease your sorrow.

Susan Coble

May 23, 2008

Although we did not know George for very long, we will remember his passion and the love he showed his daughter Kristalea and his grandchildren Andre, Athena and Preston. He lives on through them and we are grateful for that.

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