Mrs. Marion (Eddo) Jabour

Mrs. Marion (Eddo) Jabour, age 85, peacefully passed away and joined those who have gone before her, on Saturday, October 1, 2016. At the time of her passing, she was in the hearts of those she loved the most. Born in Utica on June 14, 1931, Marion was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary “Louma” (Nader) Eddo. She graduated from Utica Free Academy and continued her studies in secretarial courses. She married Anthony Jabour and to that union came the blessing of their children. A majority of Marion’s working life was spent at St. Elizabeth Hospital where she began in 1965 as a secretary to the financial officers of the organization until her retirement. As you would expect of Marion, she dedicated 20 years of loyal service to the hospital. A retirement dream was fulfilled in 1985 as she became the owner and operator of her Lebanese Deli, Toma’s located on Mohawk Street. This adventure lasted 25 years. It was a legacy to the community, and her memory will not be forgotten by the decades of patrons who came to know and love her gentle ways. Marion’s focus was always on family, including her adored grandchildren, and working diligently at the store to make it a success and a memory to all. She was a wonderful cook and a hospitable and generous hostess. Her outgoing personality welcomed many people into her life. One of her favorite treats was Tuesday night hot dogs from Nicky Doodles. She was a parishioner of St. Louis Gonzaga Church. Marion is survived by her daughters and their loved ones, Connie Neupert and Ed Ozog, Beth and Joe Servello, Teresa and Rick Blank, and Mary Ann and Steve Powers, and her son, Anthony Jabour; her grandchildren, Rebecca and Mike Cheney; Jennifer and Chris Apgar, and Michael Servello; Ryan, and Collin Blank; Chris, and Andrew Powers; Zachary Wallace, Anthony, and Aubree Jabour. She has been blessed with the daily visits of her companion canine, Isiah. She also leaves many nieces and nephews, especially acknowledging, Lillian Mody (who was not only her niece but her lifelong best friend); Danny and Betsy Eddo, Ron Eddo, and Larry and Linda Eddo; great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and sisters-in-law, Amelia Jabour, and Marion Kempf, and her special friend and guardian angel, Barb Aquaviva. She was predeceased by her brothers and sister-in-law, Albert A. Eddo; and Michael and Jennie A. Eddo; her sisters, Anna Abdella, and Sister Anthony Marie Eddo; her niece Rita Crowley; her in-laws, Oscar F. Kempf, and William “Bill” Jabour; and her cousin, Mary Theresa Eddo Asker. There are not words powerful enough to express the gratitude held in the hearts of the family to Dr. Amy Gorczinski for being more than just a doctor to Marion. They also extend special thanks to the staffs of Sitrin Rehabilitation, the Orthopedic Floor at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Abraham House, and Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. for all their kindness and compassion; and to Chorbishop John D. Faris and Deacon Paul Salamy for their spiritual guidance to Marion and her family. Visitation will be held Monday from 11:00-1:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Abraham House and St. Louis Gonzaga Church. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Marion’s Divine Liturgy of the Faithful Departed which will commence on Monday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at St. Louis Gonzaga Church offered by Chorbishop John D. Faris. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mrs. Marion (Eddo) Jabour

June 14, 1931 - October 1, 2016