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Siavosh Fallahi Obituary
Siavosh "Sia" Fallahi
December 12, 1936
February 12, 2025
Sia Fallahi was born December 12, 1936, in Tabriz, Iran.
Sia's father, Jafar Fallahi, a Professor of Agriculture and Russian Language, escaped from Russia into Iran during the Bolshevik Revolution, where in Tabriz, he met Sanobar Rowshani, whom he married. After Sia was born, the young family moved to set up residence at the University of Tehran Agricultural University compound in Karadj, Iran.
Growing up as a young 3rd generation Bahá'í in a small village, Sia endured many hardships and upon graduation from High School, Sia expressed an ardent desire to leave Iran and go to America. Following a summer during which he sold apples from his father's orchard to raise money for passage, his father agreed to help him secure a passport. This, along with the help from the Iran America Society, who in advance arranged for admittance into one of three universities in the United States on a Student Visa, he set sail for America in 1957 on the Queen Mary.
Arriving in the US with only $50 and one suitcase, Sia travelled to Durango, Colorado, where he entered Fort Lewis A&M as a Freshman. Upon hearing from a fellow student who had moved to Santa Barbara, CA, where the city college was tuition free, Sia packed up and headed west. It was at Santa Barbara City College where he met Karen, pursued her and won her heart. They were married on June 25, 1961. It was to be the first Bahá'í marriage held in that city. The couple later moved to San Luis Obispo, CA, where Sia attended California Polytechnic State University, receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering.
Over the years, Sia's kind and generous heart won over the countless hearts of those who came into his life. Known up and down the Front Range, as well in many other parts of Colorado and elsewhere, his greatest love was for his beloved Faith. Sia would often tell anyone he met and who would listen...that, " Our purpose [here on earth] is to know God, worship Him, and serve our fellow human beings." Sia exemplified this in more ways than one.
As an active member of the Colorado Springs Bahá'í Community, for many years Sia served on its Local Assembly, and conducted Sunday morning Devotions. During the 1980's he held weightlifting classes at the local Boys Club, and in 1987 was featured on the front cover magazine of "La Fiesta Bonita", a renowned cultural event once held in Colorado Springs. Sia was a founding member of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Colorado Springs, and served as a board director and support group facilitator for over 25 years. During the past 20 years, he never missed one Saturday sorting and delivering food to the Marian House Soup Kitchen. These are among the many ways Sia gave of his love and time.
Sia is survived by his wife, Karen, with whom he shared 64 years of marriage, son, Shawn; and son, Erik, preceded in death; grandson, Tyler, his sisters, Parivash Samandari, Nahid Maher, Mahnaz Mann and her husband, Fritz, and brothers, Sina Fallahi and his wife, Bonnie, and Dariush, preceded in death; as well as numerous other nieces, nephews, and cousins.
As he would also tell everyone new he met, "I came to America with only $50, one suitcase, and could count 1 to 10, and say "Hello" and "Good-by" . Sia truly lived the American Dream.
Open to all who knew Sia, a Graveside Service is being held 12:30 pm, Friday, February 21, 2025, at Evergreen Cemetery, with a Reception to follow at the Bahá'í Center, 1622 Rainier Drive. In lieu of flowers, you are invited to make a gift in his name to DBSA Colorado Springs, in care of Larry Ritterband, 927 Pioneer Lane, Colorado Springs, CO 80904.
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Memories and Condolences
for Siavosh Fallahi
Gerald Woodward
February 25, 2025
My bride Dianne and I were so happy to have met Sia and Karen in the Fall of 1965, in Seal Beach, CA and find out that they also lived in San Luis Obispo. Over the next few months we became very close friends. We have remained friends over all of these years and visited them along the way as they moved to the Valley in Los Angeles and to Colorado Springs.
Sia and I called each other brothers. I was "Das Gerald and he was Das Sia. Our wives were born one day apart in the same year but thousands of miles apart. They were family and will always be.
God bless Karen and Shawn and keep them safe and well especially during this difficult time. I know how hard it is as I lost my bride of 58 years, three years ago. Love you all. Gerald
Michael Popp
February 23, 2025
Dear Karen and family, my thoughts are with you. Sia's and your kind guidance has remained with me.
Mike Jubb
February 21, 2025
If not for the help and foresight the understanding ,in my most confused
times I might not have survived. Thank you God for Sia and his open heart.
Mike Jubb, Thank you to my friend Karen.
James Caldwell
February 20, 2025
Sia was a just, joyful, and kind person. I still have fond memories of the Fallahi Ranch during the summer and fall months of 1995 -1997. In addition, together, Sia and Karen created a "reaching across the lines" to every visitor who stepped on the grounds of the Fallahi Ranch. Thanks Sia for leaving a legacy of reaching out to others. Karen, stay strong, for you are still a shining star among us. I am grateful to have you both still in my heart. - James Caldwell
Saeed Sobhi
February 20, 2025
Dear Karen and family,
Please accept my son. Arman´s and my condolences and sincere sympathy, on the ascension of dear Sia. Be exemplified love and kindness, and we cherish memories of time with him. May his soul advance in next realm
Saeed Sobhi
John Cunningham
February 19, 2025
Sia was the heart and soul of goodness in our neighborhood. There was never a time when his (and Karen's) attention was not turned toward helping, consoling, counseling with love and care others. All of us in Divine Redeemer are diminished by the loss of this gentle man.
Tom Noonan
February 19, 2025
An honor to know Sia and he will be missed. Sia was a kind and generous man with a heart bigger than the ocean. We shared both tears and laughter. Many blessings to Karen and his family today and always.
Marti Bitts
February 17, 2025
Such a wrenching loss for Karen after 64 years as one.And also Shawn&Tyler, our heartfelt support on the pathway of grief and, of course, the joy of having Sia as your family guide. Blessings, too,Pari, Sina, Mahnaz&Fritz. Karen, with tenderness and grace, have patience as you discover ways of weaving yourself into this new identity as "just Karen." Love and admiration, Marti Bitts
Pouri azghandi
February 17, 2025
My condolences to you Karen and Shawn, he will be missed. God bless his soul.
Much love pouri
Laura
February 16, 2025
Sia, you lived an amazing life. You were a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. We will be here for Karen. With much respect for what you have done for the community.
Joanie and Lorenzo Jones
February 16, 2025
Our lovely memory of meeting Sia is his beautiful smile, the loving twinkle in his eyes, and his very funny story he shared with us when he first arrived in America. We call it Sia´s Goat Story. We have shared it often with friends, prompting much laughter and special memories of Sia´s humor and smile.
We share our thoughts and prayers for Sia´s journey. We wish you comfort and peace Karen for you and your family.
With love,
Joanie and Lorenzo Jones
Annette Greene
February 15, 2025
As he wings his flight to the Abhá Paradise, this lovely soul, Sia, offers his life to God in the way he always has, with selfless devotion, and a bright spirit.
Thank you for being a part of my life, my friend. Thank you.
Donna (Jenkyns) George
February 15, 2025
Always loving and genuine. You will be missed here but only one thought away. My prayers are with you...
John & Kimiko SLO
February 15, 2025
A magnanimous friend, kind, gentle, caring, involving. Lucky to have as a friend for life. John & Kimiko SLO.
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