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IBRAHIM EL-HIBRI
On Thursday, August 23, 2007, IBRAHIM EL-HIBRI passed away in Paris, France. Ibrahim was Born in Beirut, Lebanon, on September 8, 1936. As a devout Muslim, he was the beloved husband to Liane El-Hibri; and father of Fuad and Samir El-Hibri and Yasmine Gibellini. He leaves behind six grandchildren, whom he cherished and adored. He is also survived by his father, Yahia El-Hibri; two sisters, Dr. Azizah Al-Hibri and Dr. Huda Zoghbi; and two brothers, Dr. Jamal El-Hibri and Dr. Tayeb El-Hibri. Ibrahim will be remembered as a successful telecommunications engineer and entrepreneur who built nationwide telecommunication networks in many countries around the world. In his later years, he focused on life sciences, supporting the development of life saving vaccines. Among numerous other accomplishments, Ibrahim received official decorations for extraordinary deeds from the governments of Germany, Lebanon and Venezuela. As an unwavering philanthropist, Ibrahim was tireless in his support of children and orphans in Lebanon and other parts of the world. His generosity, kindness and commitment to these endeavors in the spirit of Islam will be sorely missed. The El-Hibri Charitable Foundation will carry on his legacy. The Prayer Service will be held at the Washington, DC Islamic Center 2551 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC on Thursday, August 30 at 10 a.m. Burial following at Parklawn Memorial Park, 12800 Veirs Mill Road, Rockville, MD
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Elaine Robinson
September 1, 2007
Ibrahim was our very special friend and God Father to our children. We loved him and we will miss him in our lives. We are so sorry for the family's loss. May you all find the strength you need to get through this difficult time.
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