I just received my copy of the Tulane magazine and learned about Stuart. . Stuart and I were first cousins and grew up in Brooklyn. We were also pre med students at Tulane (A&S 1948) My condolences to Cynthia and the rest of the family. His mother Anna and my father Irving were sister and brother.

Dr. Farber was my pediatrician. I wish to extend my condolences to his family.

He Dr Farber was such a wonderful doctor and help us through tough times with our boys.  Our oldest had open heart surgery and our youngest had asthma.  Our boys are now 45 and 42 and send their sympathies , as do my husband and myself.  John and Cindy Logreco

Dr. Farber was such a wonderful doctor.  He was my pediatrician and was always very caring and kind to our family.  He treated my neice also.  My mother was a pianist and so enjoyed sharing her fondness for music and discussing piano with him.  Fortunately, in my adult years, I was able to visit with him at the WWII museum when he performed and at the New Orleans International Piano Competition each summer.  He was always so kind and caring.  I will keep him and all of his family in my prayers.

Dr. Farber was a wonderful doctor.  When he joined the group in New Orleans, he was the doctor I always asked for because he was always very kind, patient, and gentle with me.  I wasn't so afraid anymore because he never hurt me and he always took the time to answer my questions.  When my children were born, he became their pediatrician, too, and took wonderful care of them. There never was a kinder man. Thank you, Dr. Farber.

Dr. Farber was one of the kindest men I've ever met.  I know through Shellye he was also a beloved father and husband. As my children's pediatrician, he was beloved by us, as well. I trusted him implicitly. He was an oasis of calm, no matter how busy he was. Rest in peace, dear Dr. Farber. We will always remember you. My thoughts and prayers go to the family.

Great past memories of love and happiness helps heal a broken heart.

Ronnie Abboud
National World War II Museum
New Orleans LA

My children adored Dr. Farber and listened intently to whatever he told them to do. Stu was a wonderful physician and a fine human being. All of us, including the children of New Orleans, will miss his kindness and caring.

Dr. Farber was one of my favorites at the Rothschild Pediatric Group. I know he will be missed by many, many people. I send my sincerest condolences to his family.

Our family loved Dr. Farber as he treated our children along with Dr. Rothschild and Drs. Schneider and Wasserman. 
We send our condolences to the members of Dr. Farbers family.  He will always be remembered by our family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary Sue & Steve

To the Farber family please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers . I went to school with Shellye and spent many days at your home when we were kids. I have fond memory of these days. Please ask Shellye to e-mail me i would love to talk ro her again. Marty

The Farber Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your husband/dad passing away.

My deepest sympathies to Cynthia, Shellye, Scott, and Stacey, and to all his extended family.  Stu was a gentle man with a positive spirit and great sensitivity.  He will be dearly missed by many.
Rest in peace, Stu!

Dear Cynthia, Shellye, Scott and Stacey,
I was so saddened to hear of Dr. Farber's passing.  I met him when Orin completed his time in the Army back in the 70's.  Having lost my parents as a young adult, he was a guiding force in my life while trying to raise my children.  Whenever we went to visit him in the office, he always treated me with the kindest and professional courtesy and I grew to love him.  He became a treasure in my life, teaching me so much and filling a fatherly void. We shared many wonderful moments and my family joins me in sending you our deepest sympathy.  Thank you for sharing him!!!

My sympathy goes out to all family members and to all who loved Stu.

Dearest Scott and Cynthia:  You are in our thoughts and prayers.  We have such fond memories of Stu.  Know we are thinkiing of you and your family.  Hugs.  Morele & Lew Rosenfeld

Cynthia, Peter and I extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We loved the time spent with you and Stuart in New Orleans and New York City. He was one of the kindest, dearest men I ever met. Peter & Lori Press

Cynthia and Family, I remember Stu as a fine pediatrician and colleague for many years.  We enjoyed chatting about our mutual love of opera.  I know that you will be comforted by the memories of the wonderful life you shared together.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Cynthia and Family, I remember Stu as a fine pediatrician and colleague for many years.  We often spoke of our common love of opera.  I know that you will be comforted by the wonderful life and many memories that you shared.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

The Tulane University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics extends its condolences to the Farber family. Dr. Farber was a wonderful pediatrician and a strong mentor to generations of Tulane students and residents.  We will greatly miss him.

Aunt Cynthia,Shellye,Scott and Stacey,  Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please know, we wish we could be with the family today,unfortunately Steven and I are out of town. We are so sorry for your loss.  Steven and Leslie Loeb

Dr. Farber was a wonderful and compassionate doctor. He touched so many lives and helped so many children and parents. A truly great man.

Dr. Farber was my pediatrician back in the 70s with the Rothchild group.  He was a very kind, patient, and excellent doctor who took the time to determine my illnesses.  He also took the time to return my calls when I was a young adult.  I will never forget him.

With deepest sympathy to the Farber family during your time of grief...Psalm 46:1...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.

Dr. Farber was a savior to me.  My month old baby was screaming constantly.  After examining my baby several times my first pediatrician decided she was "spoiled".  I called Dr Farber's office (with the baby screaming in the background) and his nurse immediately said "bring that baby right in".  He examined her for a while and had me wait; he then put her in Children's Hospital and ran tests.  In the end it was just colic, but he took the time to find that out.  From then on he was my pediatrician and I told everyone who would listen how kind and caring a doctor he was.  You all will be in my prayers.

I am 50years old, and I remember Dr. Farber treating me as a child at Rothschild Pediatric's on Prytania Street. My mom was told he was the best and he indeed he was.  Anne W. Gibbs (New Orleans/Atlanta)

Dr. Farber was my pediatrician growing and he was also my son's pediatrician.  He was a wonderful doctor and a great person. He will be greatly missed by many!

Scott, Kathy and Alyssa,  We're so very sorry for your loss.  We've always enjoyed talking with your dad and it was always a pleasure to see him.  Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Mrs. Farber and Family,
As I stared at Dr. Farber's picture this morning I began to think of memories I had of him. I share two of my favorites with you. One morning I was working with CFW on the hospital book and I pointed out a mistake he made. (CFW just didn't make mistakes) Dr. Farber was passing by the desk and Dr. Charles said "Stu, can you believe I made a mistake". Dr. Farber immediately fell to his knees and started to bow saying "the great one has made a mistake".  At first I didn't want to laugh because Dr. Farber was so professional. Another time while moving our office to the new location on Veterans, I wanted to make sure Dr. Rothschild's statue would travel in my car for safety. When Dr. Farber saw me walking out of the doctor's office with the statue he laughed and said that was exactly what he was coming to do. We both were sentimental about that statue and when we reached the new office he asked someone to take a picture of both of us holding the statue together. I will remember Dr. Farber in my prayers and send my love to his beloved family with the hope of deep healing.
Our Love,
Gay and Henry Leland

Dr Farber was my pediatrician when I was a child, and my first inspiration to become a physician.  He served as my preceptor when I was a medical student during my pediatric rotation.  I currently practice in Baton Rouge, and hope to live up to the example he set for both his patients and his community.

Mom Farber, Shellye, Scott & Stacey,

I have such wonderful memories of my childhood days with your family. Take comfort in knowing he will be watching over you.   He will be remembered in my heart and missed by many.

~ Joan & Chris Cusimano

Dr. Farber was our family's pediatrician.  He was a wonderful doctor and always took his time with his patients.  Our deepest sympathy goes out to his family.       Traina Family

Stu was truly "one-of-a-kind", adored by all 3 generations of our family.  We are so lucky to have so many wonderful memories of times together.  Our love to all of you during this difficult time.
Janice, Robert, Robin and Lauren Day

Dr. Farber was my pediatrician. He was a wonderful doctor, never too busy to help. He always asked about our family, how we were doing. He was, quite simply, the best. I am sorry to hear of your loss.

May the God of all comfort help you in this most difficult time.
(2 Cor. 1:3-5)

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.  Stu will be dearly missed by so many people. My sympathies to your entire family.

Dear Cynthia and family 

Our deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your husband, father and friend to many.
He will be missed and may his memory be a blessing 
again please accept our deepest condolences.

Dear Cynthia, Shellye, Scott and Stacey,

Stu was a wonderful person who always me me laugh and feel very special.  He will be greatly missed and will definitely never be forgotten.

Leslie L. Simon

Dr Farber was my daughter's pediatrician back in the 70's with the Rothchild group and he was a great doctor. Always happy and giving you great information on her illness. He was kind, understanding and very patience.He truly was a terffic doctor, you truly will be missed.

Stuart was one of the finest products of the Department of Pediatrics at Tulane.He was a fine teacher as well as practitioner. And he was a good friend as well.

Dr. Farber was my pediatrician and he and his wife were friends of my parents.  I'm sorry to hear of his passing.

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Stuart Daniel Farber MD

March 17, 1928 – February 25, 2012

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