Elias H. Farrah

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elias H. Farrah, a man of incredible integrity. Eli, 84, passed away Tuesday at his home of 58 years surrounded by his entire family. Born in Van Buren, ME to Habib and Alma (Tanous) Farrah, Elias and his family moved to West Hartford in 1940. He will always be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and devotion to God and family. He touched the lives of many as a great friend, role model, and mentor. Most of all he was an incredible son, husband, father, grandfather, and brother. At a young age Elias was intrigued by technology. He was a graduate of the Ward School of Electronics at the University of Hartford. He then served proudly in the United States Army. After returning home from the service in 1956, Elias founded Cable Electronics (The Shop) a technology company that he actively ran and served as president until retiring in 2009. He loved music, especially opera. He was a graduate of the New York Institute of Photography, which became a lifelong passion and hobby. He leaves behind the love of his life, best friend, and wife of 60 years Florence (Arab) Farrah. He is also survived by his devoted sister Carlise Farrah, sons David and his wife Denise Farrah, Habib and his wife Ellie Farrah, daughter-in-law Susanne Farrah. He also leaves behind his 3 dear grandsons Spencer, Alexander, and Gabriel, who were the light of his life. He was predeceased by his youngest son Garius Farrah and his sister Jamillie Farrah. Elias’s family extends their gratitude for the assistance of Marie, Charmaine, and Mitzie, as well as Drs. Gurtman, Mbewe, and Lawlor. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, September 10 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Molloy Funeral Home, 906 Farmington Ave., West Hartford. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 872 Farmington Ave., West Hartford. Burial will follow in Mt. St. Benedict Cemetery, Bloomfield. Donations in Elias’ name may be made to St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 872 Farmington Ave., West Hartford, CT 06119 or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. On line messages of sympathy may be made at www.molloyfuneralhome.com

Elias H. Farrah

September 5, 2017