Obituary of Farris Abdo Hage

Farris Abdo Hage died on Wednesday, October 3 of 2012 at the age of 82 in his home surrounded with his loved ones at his side. A long time resident of 50 years in Cortland, New York. Farris was happily married for 49 years to May Ferris Hage, and survived by Cathrine (Hage) Becker, Laurence and Tammie Hage, Louisa (Hage) and Dana Brown, joseph Hage and Jill Giamichael. One of his greatest loves were his grandchildren: Danielle, Drew, Jacob, Tianna, Kendall, Sydney, and Santana. His brothers Nahra and Jeanette Hage, Neb and Florie Hage of Homer, and Barbar and josephine Haykel of Bighamton New York, and extensive family in Lebanon. His profession was custom tailoring. Hage Tailor Shop of Ithaca/Cortland reflected in his profession for the last 48 years. His love of custom tailoring and design brought him numerous amounts of recognition in the likes of Associated Press, World News, local newspapers, and provided satisfaction of customers for years. Besides his loved profession he also spent many hours in the garden, maintained apartment housings in Cortland, but his love for God was most overall. He was the sunshine in a room and brought joy to people with charismatic personality and a contagious smile. His love, affection, and kindness reflected in lifes passion which was family, work, and devotion to his faith. There will be a mass at Saint Marys Church for family and friends Monday, October 8th at 11:00 AM and following the mass will be his funeral at Saint Marys Cemetery, and immediately after there will be a reception at the Stone Lounge. To offer online condolences visit www.wright-beard.com I am so sorry for your family's loss. He was a great man in the community. Well known and loved. My condolences to all of you. God bless. June Marie deBlaquiere Cathy and family -Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this time of sorrow. Your father touched so many people with his infectious smile. Nicholas & Michelle Nard iI WAS A CUSTOMER OF MR HAGE AT ITHACA FOR MANY YEARS. I OFFER MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AS I KNOW HOW IS TO WATCH A LOVED SUFFER WITH THIS DISEASE. GOD BLESS BOB CROWLEY ITHACA I remember a conversation Farris was having with Mark about working long hours. He said to Mark, "We do it for the kids, don't we Mark? Thats what it's always about,THE KIDS!" Right then and there, it was perfectly clear what kind of man Farris Hage is/was. May, Cathy,Larry,Louisa and Joe. You have our deepest sympathy. Your father will be greatly missed. Mark & Donna Dimorier We have been long-time customers of Mr. Hage and we're very sad to learn of his death. He always had a friendly greeting for us, his work was always first-rate, and everything was ready, fixed, and perfectly pressed on the day promised. It is rare these days to find people who are an honor to their profession. Mr. Hage was one such individual. We will miss him and we send our sincere condolences to his family. Vivian&Neal Geller Your grief is new, and those of us who want to offer comfort are at a loss, for words alone can never ease your pain, but time will help, and so will your memories. The way he looked, his wonderful smile and laugh, and all those other wonderful traits that were unique to him -- these will live in your heart and he will always be a part of you. He was a special person and is missed. I will keep you in my prayers. Barbara Mix-Kone Elaine and I are thinking of you--Joe and Jill and everyone at the tailor shop, especially--during this sad, difficult time. Seeing him holding pins in his lips or flashing a ready smile, Mr. Hage always lit up my day when I went into the shop. He was a great gift to his family and his community. He will be missed. Craig Cathy, Louisa and family Was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. He will be missed by many. Nancy (Nancy's Bridal) To The Hage Family - I formerly served as Police Chief in both the City of Ithaca and Village of Cayuga Heights and was a customer of Ferris for more than 30 years. He was a wonderful man who I considerted my friend and we will all miss him. Harlin McEwen