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Fahed Iwais Obituary
IWAIS Fahed Iwais was born in Ajlun, Jordan on February 5, 1951 to Jamileh and the late Yacoub Iwais. Fahed was one of seven sons and he grew up in Irbid, Jordan. In 1971, Fahed immigrated to the U.S. and settled in Jacksonville, Florida. He worked for Skinner Dairy for 5 years and then was a co-founder of Hala CafŽ' & Bakery, Inc. Fahed successfully operated Hala CafŽ' for 32 years, and through his leadership, he expanded its operations to include five locations throughout Jacksonville and also added a wholesale division, Petra Wholesale & Bakery, Inc. He was known for his generous hospitality and his commitment to personally helping others to realize the American Dream. Fahed, who was affectionately known as “Fred”, was a devoted family man, friend and colleague. He is survived by his wife, Hanan Cadoura Iwais; his son, Mohanad; two daughters, Abeer Farhat and son-in-law Abdullah and Faten Gazaleh and son-in-law Essa; grandchildren Reem, Rania, Lana, Khalil, Jac ob and Baby Noora (due 12-21-04); four brothers, Theib and wife Samira, Nemer and wife Nabila, Asad and wife Hanada, Jeries and wife Lucy, and many nieces, nephews and extended family members. The Iwais family would like to extend their gratitude to everyone for the condolences and to thank Dr. Unni Thomas and the staff at Hematology/Oncology of Jacksonville, and to Community Hospice for their dedication, caring and help with Fahed's illness. A Vigil Service and visitation for Fahed will be held Friday evening at 7pm at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, 6300 Bowden Rd., Jacksonville. The Funeral Service will be held 10am Saturday , November 20, 2004 at the church with Reverend Father Kamal Al-Rahil officiating. Intement will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery. Pallbearers are Steven Mousa, Junior Saman, Charlis Saman, Ansar Iwais, Moatasem Mardini, Easa Mousa, Arabi Iwais and Khalid Iwais. HARDAGE-GIDDENS funeral home, 4115 Hendricks Ave., is in charge of the arrangements Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.comTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Sponsored by Jacob & Nora Gazaleh - We love you Baba..
Baider
August 2, 2022
Once, you were like a father to me. I loved you and will never forget about you.
RIP.
Brittany,Tiffany,Nancy, and Dan Dixon
January 22, 2005
Dear Iwais Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Fahed was a kind and generous man who thought more of others than of himself. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend; whose legacy will live on through these relationships. The warmth of his smile and cheerful nature will be missed by all those whose hearts he touched. If you guys need anything, we are here for all of you. Since your family is so close and strong based in a large part on his influence, we know that time, faith, and love will see you through this difficult time in your lives. May God bless and keep you all!!!!
Arena Owais
December 29, 2004
I love you Amo Fahed, I miss you and think about you everyday. To my family: I LOVE EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU! -REEREE-
PLEASE VIEW THE PHOTO GALLERY
Easter 2004. Always a smiling face.
December 21, 2004
Ansar Owais
December 17, 2004
Amo Fahed was the best Godfather,Uncle, and friend you could have. Our familys loss is comforted only by our knowledge that we will see him again one day.
yara bawli
December 17, 2004
Sometimes, God takes the best ones, now your an angel umo Fahed and you'll never feel pain again! On behalf of the Bawli family, We miss you and will always love you and your spirit is always with us!!
Nabil Pawli
December 14, 2004
I will never forget you.
You will be in my mind and heart all the entire life. with all my love from me and my family.
Baider Owais
December 13, 2004
I still dont believe it, and i will never do!!!!!!!!!!!?????????
I LOVE YOU ...
Angy Chico
December 12, 2004
To the family, it´s to hard to say somthing on this sircunstancies, all I can say It´s that I met a few part of the family and you are great people. I hope Fahed can rest in peace after all that he go throu!!!.. (sorry my english).
Hannan.. Mo.. Hanada.. you were very nice to me.. thanks!!...
leila owais
December 10, 2004
dear amo fahed you have no clue how much i miss you and love you.I think about every day i will never forget your smile when you were yelling at mo and you looked at me and smiled i love you so much. to my family i lve yall so much and we are yall strong we will get through this i love yall *leila*
Theresa Gazaleh
December 7, 2004
To the family,I wish your hearts to be kind to you,your love to stay strong for you. Each day will be anew for you. The lord has a new angel in heaven with him. He will always be with you. Close your eyes and think of him and all the happy times you had. He is always at your side, always in your heart, and always in your mind. He was a angel on earth so the lord must be very blessed with him. We love you and will always be here for you all. Love,Jed,Theresa,Adam and Jacob Gazaleh. (Smile from heaven to us)
Dalia Mousa
December 7, 2004
Dear Amo Fahed,
You do not understand how much I miss you. I miss your smile and the way you would help anyone out in need and of course when you yelled at Mo =). To my familia: We will all get through this because we have such a big support system. No family in the world has what we have.I don't know what I would do without ya'll. I love all of you!
Angie Rukab
December 6, 2004
To The Iwais Family,
Umo Fahed was very special to us. He was someone you could immediately connect with. As soon as Michael and I walked into his home, we fell in love with him and his family. His smile was contagious. He didnt care about the petty things in life, all he wanted was his family and friends to be together.
We will never forget you Baba! You are and always will be in our hearts. I dont think a day will go by that we will not be thinking of you.
Love you always,
Michael, Angie, Johnny & Jason
P.S. Dont worry about the family baba, we will take care of them.
Stephanie Brennan
December 6, 2004
Thanks for so many great memories! You will be missed greatly but an inspiration to all! Love you!!!
Jacob & Baba @ Jacob's Baptism
December 6, 2004
Baba & Jacob
December 6, 2004
Momma & Daddy Easter '04
December 6, 2004
Delal Owais
December 6, 2004
Heaven Heals Every Sorrow that Earth Has.
Dear Hanan,please accept my sincere condolances for the passing of uncle Fahed,my thoughts are with you.
May you be comforted with the presence of the lord,knowing you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many who care for you.
Luna Owais
December 6, 2004
12/6/2004,I LOVE YOU.
Nancy Rukab
November 24, 2004
On behalf of my mother, Julia Rukab, and family our deepest sympthay to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cigdem Crawford
November 24, 2004
On behalf of The North Florida Turkish/American Cultural Association, I would like to express my deepest sorrow on passing of Fahed, who has been a great friend to our Turkish community. He was a wonderful, caring and loving person, he went out of his way to help us out especially during our World of Nations celebrations, we will never forget him! May his soul rest in peace... God give courage and strength to the ones left behind!
ISSA ODEH
November 22, 2004
ON BEHALF OF THE ODEH FAMILY, PLEASE ACCEPT OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF FAHED..MAY GOD REST HIS SOUL..
Greg and Muna Farah
November 22, 2004
With out deepest sympathy, we are keeping you in our prayers.
Dolly Shaqareq
November 21, 2004
On behalf of my father, Nabil Shaqareq, and family, I'd like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Iwais family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. We always ask why and we never understand why these things happen but he is at peace in a better place and God is with him.
God bless you all.
ABRAHAM ABRAHAM-BATEH
November 20, 2004
PEACE BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Nick & Mimi Dimitrakopoulos
November 20, 2004
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Freddie. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Mimi and Nick Dimitrakopoulos
Sheila Akel
November 20, 2004
My deepest sympathy to the family. I am at ease to know that uncle Fahed joined the angels up above and is peacefully at rest. I will keep the family in my prayers. God Bless
Bobby Walker
November 20, 2004
During a bright Friday lunch rush in 1983, Fahed walked up, smiled and said he wanted to buy my sandwich shop. What a nice and polite man he was that day and everyday I ever saw him. I sold him the restaurant, but it was just a stepping stone to a great business career.
Although our paths only crossed sporadically over the past 20 years, he was always extremely pleasant and generous.
Peace be with your family and please accept my deepest sympathy. The Community of Jacksonville will miss this man of honor and integrity.
Christi Leahy
November 20, 2004
Dear Abeer and The Iwais family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Iwais. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. May god bless!
Love,
Christi
The Leahy's
November 20, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
With Love,
The Leahy's
Angie Akel
November 19, 2004
Dear Iwais Family,
There are no words to explain my deepest sympathy. What a wonderful man Uncle Fahed IS. I say IS becuase in our hearts and our minds he will live forever. For the handful of times I met Uncle Fahed he was so loving, and welcoming. He was loved and RESPECTED by all who knew him. He is such a loving, caring, honest and humble MAN. We often wonder why the LORD choses to take the great ones first, but we have to remember the LORD makes no mistakes. Lets not mourn his death but rejoice his life. Again I am truly sorry for your loss and may the Lord bless you all. Moe-Arabi I am always here for you whenever you need me...Be strong guys. May he rest in peace. God Bless
Danny Soud
November 19, 2004
With great sympathy for your family, Kindest Regards,
Danny Soud
George J and Jean Farah
November 19, 2004
Our deepest sympathy for your lost. Our prayers are with the family.
Sonya King
November 19, 2004
My deepest sympathy to you all. Your family will be in my prayers.
Sonya
Five Star Printing, Inc.
Susan Nammour
November 19, 2004
I am so sorry for your lost with deepest sympathy. All of you are in our prayers may God bless you.
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