Nancy Rae Graves Farber, 83, born in Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away on February 11, 2017 in Metairie, Louisiana surrounded by all five of her sons, her husband and other close members of her family. Nancy was a devoted mother and wife who spent much of her time with her children and grandchildren.
Nan graduated high school at Byrd High School in Shreveport, LA and attended TSCW in Denton, TX, graduated from LSU in Baton Rouge, LA where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority, and Wichita St. College. She taught school in Shreveport, LA, Houston, TX and New Orleans, LA and was president of the Mother’s Club at St. Martin’s Protestant Episcopal School. She was also a member of St. Matthew’s Methodist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Ivan and Lena Graves; brother’s in-law, Louis A. Farber and Stuart J. Farber.
She is survived by her husband, George A. Farber, Sr., MD (Ret.), Col USAF (Ret.); five sons, George Farber, Jr., JD (Leah), Michael Graves Farber, Jeffery Neal Farber (Laurie), Guy Carlton Farber (Elizabeth) and Scott Quincy Farber (Laura); sister, Rosemary Graves Morrison and three daughters (nieces, Pamela Smith, Katherine Dotsey, and Cynthia Matthes); fourteen grandchildren, (George, Jr.) Allan, Timothy, Veronica, Campbell, (Michael) Shawn, Garret, Brandon, (Jeffrey) Samantha, Nathan, (Guy), William, Laine, Emory, (Scott) Sienna and Bianca; sister in-law, Sally Farber Hollister; brother in-law, Robert Farber (Jane).
Friends and family are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Friday, March 3, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. New Orleans. Visitation will be held prior to the service and will begin at 9:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Matthew’s Methodist Church, 6017 Camphor St, Metairie, LA 70003 and/or St. Martin’s Protestant Episcopal School, 225 Green Acres Road, Metairie, LA 70003.
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March 6, 2017
Sorry to hear of Nan's passing. My condolences to the Farber family.
Charlie Koll, San Antonio, Tx
March 5, 2017
To The Farber Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Nan was a mild mannered, gentle, good natured lady to work with. She was a special, unique individual, willing to share her poetic talent with everyone. I can honestly say in the 19 years associated with Farber Clinics, I never heard so much as a harsh word spoken or any gossip from Nan's mouth. She was sweet and kind and helpful to everyone and always proud of her children and grandchildren. She will be dearly missed. I send my condolences to all her family and friends. Carolyn Weixel-Medley
March 5, 2017
Carolyn Weixel-Medley
March 4, 2017
Jeff Katz
To the Farber Family,
Your mother was a "mother to all" back in the Haring Ct. days. She always welcomed an entire neighborhood of kids converging on your house. I learned so much from her growing up. My deepest sympathies to the entire family.
March 3, 2017
Linda Morici
My deepest sympathy to the Farber family on your loss. I am sure Nan will be watching over you from above. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
March 3, 2017
Helen Shorty
A beautiful lady,may she Rest In Peace.
March 2, 2017
Pamela "Poree" Chandler
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Farber for many years. During this time I met the kindest person I would ever meet, that was Mrs. Nancy Farber. Over the years Mrs. Farber's gentle kindness remained the same. My thoughts and prayers are with the Farber family.
March 2, 2017
sally Graves
Dear George, This is Sally Graves. I'm so sorry to hear of Nan's passing. I tried calling you but numbers have been disconnected. Would love to talk to you. Tom died on January 30,2017. I thought you would like to know. Hope to talk to you soon. Love, Sally
March 2, 2017
Annie Horne
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
March 1, 2017
Joe Fairchild
Dear George and Family, so sorry to learn about Nan. She was truly a gracious lady and friend from long ago. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.Joe and Marion
March 1, 2017
Jaime & Lee Robe'rt
The Farber Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Ms.Nancy spoke of her sons, daughter-in-laws, and grandchildren with such pride. We loved hearing stories about them, like playing hide-n-seek at her home and getting lost or taking forever to find because there were so many great hiding spots!! We also enjoyed spending time at the ballpark with her and her family and when she hosted the splash parties for the teams! May all the happy memories you have of her comfort all of you at this most difficult time.
With Deep Sympathy & Comfort
Jaime, Lee, Nicole, Emily & TJ
The Robe'rt Family
March 1, 2017
ward & erna sudderth
Our deepest sympathy and our many prayers are sent to the Farber family on the loss of a beautiful, lovely lady,friend, mother and wife.
Nan will be very much missed by all!!!!
March 1, 2017
Friend
Rita Brown
Nan was one of the nicest Ladies and Mother I have ever known. A true Southern Lady. Everyone who knew her will miss her very much.
February 28, 2017
Leo Gentry
So sorry for the loss of a wonderful lady who raised a beautiful family.
February 28, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Please find relief in 1Cor 1:3 during this difficult time.
February 16, 2017
Kathryn Cooper Wolfe
Nan was my very close friend for 64 years and will be sorely missed. We were roommates at LSU in Baton Rouge in 1953-54 and later while working in Houston. We have continued close contact throughout the years with our families. We have many fond memories of beach trips, for example.
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