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Zachary “Zach” Farber, age 85, of Apopka, passed away at Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018. Born in Scranton, Penn., on July 25, 1933, he was the son of Julius and Lila Seidman Farber. Zach was a graduate of the University of Scranton and served in the United States Army. He was the owner of Short Stop Services—a transportation company. He was a former member of the Central Florida Chevra Kaddisha and a regular attendee at the morning minyan. The family has been long time members of Temple Israel.

Zach is survived by his wife, the former Cynthia Stone; his son Jay (Lindsey) Farber; and daughters, Ronni (Jason) Mendelsohn and Faye (Victor) Bosch. He is also survived by his grandchildren—Lauren, Ryan, Adam, Ava, Levi and Victor and his sister, Velma.

A graveside service, with military honors, was held at Temple Israel Cemetery with Rabbi Joshua Neely officiating. In memory of Zachary L. Farber, the family requests contributions to the Jewish Pavilion, 421 Montgomery Road, Suite 231, Altamonte Springs 32714.

Arrangements entrusted to Beth Shalom Memorial Chapel, 640 Lee Road, Orlando FL 32810. 407-599-1180.