Baddour
Joseph Awad, 83, of Cincinnati, passed away July 1, 2017. Joe was born April 5, 1934 in Jerusalem, Palestine. He was the 8th of 9 children born to loving parents, Awad and Mary Baddour. Joe moved to Cincinnati, Ohio in 1956 and served in the United States Army from 1957 until 1959. He enjoyed soccer, gymnastics and instructing ballroom dance. Then, he met the love of his life Mimi (Georgette). They married in 1967 and proudly celebrated 50 years of marriage on June 10, 2017. Joe spent most of his career with the Cincinnati International Airport. Joe is survived by his wife, Mimi Baddour nee Halaby; his children, Mary Seipelt, Edward Baddour and Rula Driggers; grandchildren, Michael, Christina, Isabella, and Joey; sisters, Elaine and Leila Baddour and many nieces, nephews, and many other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Anthony of Padua Church. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 5 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Fares J Radel Funeral Home, 5950 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230. Funeral mass will be held Thursday, July 6 at 10:00 am at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 2530 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH, 45206. Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 5 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Fares J Radel Funeral Home, 5950 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230.
Funeral mass will be held Thursday, July 6 at 10:00 am at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 2530 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH, 45206.
Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
At Fares J. Radel Funeral Homes and Crematory, we understand what a difficult and sensitive time it is when a family member passes. We distinguish ourselves from other funeral homes in our commitment to making the funeral celebration a rewarding and memorable experience for family and friends.
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Jack andary Ansara says
July 2, 2017 at 2:37 pmOur condolences to Mimi, Mary, Eddie and Rula! Joe was the kindest man I have ever met. May Joe Rest In Peace with the Lord and his angels in Heaven! We remember his face that always had a smile on it! We remember the good times and family Holidays that we and our children spent in his home! We love you Joe??
Susan Hastings & Jason Eiband says
July 3, 2017 at 5:20 pmEddie, so shocked to hear this sad news. Jason and I are thinking of you and your family. Please know that you, your mom, and your siblings are in our prayers. He raised a wonderful son, so he must have been a geat man.
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George and Joanne says
July 3, 2017 at 9:46 pmOur beloved brother Joe passed on. He was loved by many and will be missed by All. His memory will live on, in his wonderful wife sister Mimi, and his great children Mary, Eddie, Rula, and his beautiful grandchildren Michael, Tina, Bella and Joey. Our sincere condolences to our dear Mimi and all the children and grandchildren. ????????????
Zeinab Shaath Schwen says
July 4, 2017 at 4:49 pmRick and I are saddened by the news. Our condolences to Mimi and the family. He was a kind man who lived a full life and will be missed. You are all in our prayers.
Rita Hauke says
July 4, 2017 at 6:14 pmMy deepest heartfelt sympathy to Joe’s family. Joe has just finished his last chapter in his book of life here on earth. May Mimi, Mary, Eddie and Rula have peace knowing that Joe’s soul is resting in heaven with the good Lord.
Rhonda Gray says
July 15, 2017 at 4:21 pmMy condolences to the family during this difficult time. I am sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in God’s promise found at Revelation 21: 3, 4.