Veteran Artist Samir Hafez Tannous, 'Nightingale of the Galilee,' Dies at 86
Translated & summarized from Alarab by baba
Veteran artist Samir Hafez Tannous, known as 'The Nightingale of the Galilee,' died in Eilaboun at age 86. He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren. His funeral will be held on Sunday, November 1, 2026, with condolences accepted for three days following.
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- Veteran artist Samir Hafez Tannous, nicknamed 'The Nightingale of the Galilee,' died at age 86.
- Tannous, also known as 'Abu Ihab,' was from the village of Eilaboun.
- His funeral will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
- The service will be held at the Church of Saint George for the Greek Catholics in Eilaboun.
- Condolences will be received for three days following the funeral.
Veteran artist Samir Hafez Tannous, known as 'Abu Ihab' and nicknamed 'The Nightingale of the Galilee,' passed away in his hometown of Eilaboun at the age of 86. His passing leaves behind a legacy of affection and fond memories among his family, townspeople, and admirers.
The family announced his death with deep sorrow, extending condolences to his wife, his son Ehab, his daughters Marie and Bethina, his other children and grandchildren, his siblings, and extended family from the Tannous and Al-Eilabouni families, both in Eilaboun and abroad.
The funeral service is scheduled for Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The procession will begin at the Church of Saint George for the Greek Catholics in Eilaboun, followed by interment in the final resting place.
Condolences will be accepted on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the hall of the Greek Catholic Church in Eilaboun, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM.