Fadi G. Rabil

Remembering Fadi G. Rabil, 1/30/1963 to 9/8/2014. Beloved father, husband, son, brother, and friend to so very many, Fadi Georges Rabil, 51, died peacefully at Avow Hospice Naples, on Monday, after his undaunted and courageous battle with lung cancer. Fadi passed away in the presence of his loving family right by his side. Fadi is survived by his devoted wife, Chrissy Bianchi-Rabil of Naples; his loving daughters, Jessica and Allisar Rabil of Boston; stepsons, David Bianchi of Charleston, NC and Andrew 'Dewey' Stevenson of Naples; brothers, William (wife, Julie Mattaliano) and Robert (wife, Patty); one sister, Pauline Rabil-Tabet, and his loving mother, Antoinette Rabil of Lebanon. He was preceded in death by his father, Georges Rabil. He is also remembered by his many nieces, nephews and cousins. Fadi was born in Beirut, Lebanon, and at the tender age of 13, he served in the Red Cross. Determined to succeed, Fadi moved to the U.S. when he was 16, to make his dreams come true. Fadi earned his Bachelor's Degree at North Adams State College (Mass) and his Master's in Business at Hodges University in Naples, FL. From the start, Fadi showed a love for hospitality and restaurants and worked at places like the famous Averof Greek Restaurant in Cambridge, and the Marriott of Marco Island. After moving to Naples, FL, Fadi met and married the love of his life, Chrissy Bianchi-Rabil on November 11, 2006. He opened several local restaurants, including Freddie Rebels (he sold) and the popular restaurant and tavern, named after his restaurateur wife, Chrissy's Tavern on the East Trail. His love of good food and music is reflected at the Tavern, where he is admired and loved dearly by many locals and visitors who know him as a deeply genuine and generous man. A local news editor recently stated that Fadi was like a 'papa with his kid' while he was tirelessly working at Chrissy's Tavern. Fadi inspired many by his courageous battle with cancer, and during his illness he hosted many concerts to benefit various local charities. Fadi will be remembered by all for his love of life, devotion to family, friends, and his limitless generosity, laughter, and riding his motorcycle. He loved working at the Tavern and seeing others smile, and most of all, he loved spending time with his family and friends. Everyone who knew Fadi Rabil knew well that with him, there was never a dull moment. In the final months of his courageous fight, he hosted an outdoor concert attended by hundreds at the Tavern. He called this event 'Celebrate life with Fadi.' Fadi told everyone that while his life might end too soon, he intended to live it to the fullest. And that, he did. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to Avow Hospice, Naples. Viewing is Wednesday, September 10th (TOMORROW), 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Garfield Funeral Care, 866 99th Avenue North, Naples, FL 34108, (239) 596-5288. Services are Thursday, September 11th, 11:00 a.m., at Faith Lutheran Church, 4150 Goodlette-Frank Road, Naples, FL 34103, (239) 434-5811.

Fadi G. Rabil

September 8, 2014