Freddy Freddy Easa Farah, Sr.

Born October 22, 1937 in Ramallah, Palestine. Passed from this life into the gates of Heaven on Sunday, May, 13, 2012. Freddy immigrated to the U.S. with his family at the age of 9 years old. Raised in Jacksonville, Florida, Freddy was proud to have graduated from Jackson High School. His senior year was significant in that Freddy received both his U.S. citizenship and a scholarship to play football for the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!). Freddy remained friends with many from his High School years. His family was very proud of Freddy's accomplishments at Georgia. Freddy remained an avid Bulldog fan his entire life and the University was forever in his heart. He lived red & black and all his family knew that being a Bulldog was an integral part of his life. Freddy spent his professional life in the paper business. He was the proud co-founder & co-owner of Pioneer Paper & Plastics. Through his work, he made many lifelong friends.

Survivors include his wife, Brenda Kowkabany Farah, daughter Lisa Farah Ghanayem (Al), son Freddy Farah, Jr. and sister Ann Farah. Freddy is survived by his grandchildren, Jabra, Abby, & Michael Ghanayem, Easa & Olivia Farah. His grandchildren were the light of his life. Freddy is also survived by a huge loving family, including many in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was pre deceased by his parents Easa & Zahia Farah, brothers Charlie Farah & Mansour (Mike) Farah & sister Bahia Farah.

The family wishes to express their thanks to all the healthcare providers who have cared for Freddy over the years, with special thanks to Baker Gilmore Cardiovascular Institute. We'd also like to thank all the family and friends who visited and sent well wishes.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 17th with Vigil Prayers at 7:00 p.m. in San Jose Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 18th in San Jose Catholic Church. with Monsignor John Lenihan as Celebrant. The family would appreciate expressions of sympathy be sent to San Jose Catholic Church, 3619 Toledo Rd. Jax. Fl. 32217 or www.sjcatholic.org

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home 4115 Hendricks Ave. Jacksonville, FL 32207. (904) 346-3808. www.hardage-giddenshendricksave.com