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Ferial Aoussaj

Ferial Aoussaj

Jun 15, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Ferial Aoussaj.

Daughter of Najim and Souad Aoussaj.

Wife of Zuhair Dickow.

Mother of Habib Jesús Haddad Aoussaj. Stepmother to Anthony (Kanchanette), Angelo (Janice), Diana (Paul), Nicole (Brian), and Gina (Brennan).

Step grandmother to Rocco, Frankie, Victoria, John, Caroline and Jack.

Sister of the late Joseph Aoussaj, the late Georgette Aoussaj, the late Hayat...

Haris Sleewa Hakim

Haris Sleewa Hakim

Jun 14, 2026

Dearest family and friends, we are saddened to inform you of the loss of the belovedHaris Sleewa Hakim.

Loving son of the late Sleewa Hakim and the late Fictoria Jabro Hakim.

Faithful husband of Balsam Goga Hakim and cherished father of Christian, Joseph, and Paul Hakim.

Loving brother of Lamaa (Hanna) Hakim, Faris (Basema) Hakim, Sahir (late Dunya) Hakim, the late Nadir Hakim, Mahir...

Muayad Michael Orow

Muayad Michael Orow

Jun 12, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Muayad Michael Orow.

Loving son of the late Mikhael and the late Justine Orow

Faithful husband of the late Aliya Orow.

Cherished father of Jennifer Orow and Heba Mansour.

Brother of Michael, the late Munjid, Mawlood, and the late Nashwan.

Funeral Mass: Tuesday, June 16, 202610:00 am - 11:00 amHoly Martyrs Chaldean Catholic Church 43700...

Emmanuel Toma

Emmanuel Toma

Jun 9, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of beloved Emmanuel Toma.

A devoted brother and uncle and beloved member of his community. His life was defined by his unwavering faith and love for family. Emmanuel lived his life to the fullest and took on each day as a new adventure. He prayed constantly and never lost faith. Above all, his love...

Sameer Wardi

Sameer Wardi

Jun 9, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Sameer Wardi

Loving son of the late Wadee and the late Enjeel Wardi.

Cherished father of Ramiz, Rita, and Ronya. 

Brother of Samer, Namir, Amir, Ghassan, Ghazwan, Fatin, Amira, and Sona.

Funeral Mass: Saturday, June 13, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am Holy Martyrs Chaldean Catholic Church 43700 Merrill Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48314

Clergy of Record: Fr....

Marguerite Nafso

Marguerite Nafso

Jun 9, 2026

In Loving Memory of Marguerite Nafso

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Marguerite Nafso, loving daughter of the late Elias and Hasina Jamil and devoted wife of the late Dawood Nafso.

She was the cherished mother of Elham Abbo (the late Edward), Lamya Kallabat (the late Adil), Wafa Arafat (Johnny), and Ikhlas Arafat (Michael).

She was...

Jenna Valente Jadan

Jenna Valente Jadan

Jun 8, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Jenna Valente Jadan.

Loving daughter of Peter Valente and Bushra Sulaka. 

Cherished mother of Antonio, Bianca, and Angelica Jadan.

Sister of Juliana (Johni) Semma.

Funeral Mass:Thursday, June 11, 202612:00 pm - 1:00 pmMother of God Chaldean Catholic Church25585 Berg Rd, Southfield, MI 48033

Committal Service:Thursday, June 11, 20261:30 pm - 2:30 pmHoly Sepulchre...

Saleem Raouf Kassab

Saleem Raouf Kassab

Jun 4, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Saleem Raouf Kassab.

Loving son of the late Raouf Kassab & the late Khoka Jarjosa Kassab.

Devoted husband of Soad Kassab.

Cherished father of Saad (kler) Kassab, Thamir (Eman) Kassab, Bassam (Lubna) Kassab, & Bann (The late Tom) Haji

Gracious grandfather 11 grandchildren & three great grandchildren

Brother of Adil Kassab, Jamila...

Nassir "Mike" Babby

Nassir "Mike" Babby

Jun 4, 2026

It is with profound sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of Nassir “Mike” Babby, who entered eternal rest at the age of 74.Nassir was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, cherished brother, uncle, and loyal friend. He was the heart of his family and brought joy, laughter, and strength to everyone fortunate enough to know him....

Omar Riadh Karana

Omar Riadh Karana

Jun 4, 2026

With faith in the promise of eternal life, we celebrate the life of Omar Karana.Beloved son of Riadh and Batool Karana.Loving husband of Mervana Karana.Cherished father of Blake and Gabriel Karana.

Beloved brother of Yousif and Shannon Karana, Reem and the late Arkan Karana, Yvonne and Sarmad Shayota, Reva and Fadi Seman, Rhonda and Amanoel Allos, Lourd and Sarhad Najor, Zena and...

Jamila Kashat Kamposh

Jamila Kashat Kamposh

Jun 3, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Jamila Kashat Kamposh.

Loving daughter of the late Odish and Shafeeya Kashat.

Devoted wife of the late Jameel Hermiz Kamposh.

Cherished mother of Jamal (Ebetsam) Kamposh, Azhar Kamposh, Awni (Nadia) Kamposh, Thaira (Rafaat) Kashat, Athir Kamposh, Haitham (Samah) Kamposh, Ghazwan (Nagham) Kamposh, Iktefa (Mitch) Gappy, Ghayda (Salam) Odish, and Walaa (Najman)...

Khorre Salman Esho

Khorre Salman Esho

May 31, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Khorre Salman Esho

Loving daughter of the late Salman Esho Esho and the late Majoda Kanon Aod.

Beloved wife of the late Issa Toma Ablahad.

Cherished mother of Ghada, Yousif, Basam, Jalal, Talal, Hanan, Hana, and Marleen Toma.

Gracious grandmother twenty four grandchildren.

Funeral Mass:Tuesday, June 2, 202610:00 am - 11:00 amSaint Joseph...

Nazhet Yousif Putrus

Nazhet Yousif Putrus

May 28, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Nazhet Yousif Putrus.

Loving daughter of the late Yousif Putrus Adamo and the late Najiba Kato. 

Devoted wife of the late Hermiz Azzar.

Cherished mother of Ramzi (Fadia) Jazrawi, Theresa (Thair) Hakim, Jinan (Malic) Shaouna, and Julian Azzar. 

Gracious grandmother of Steven and Alan Jazrawi; Andrew and Anthony Hakim; Rita, Reem, and...

Raja Hajji Kinaya

Raja Hajji Kinaya

May 25, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Raja Hajji Kinaya.

Loving daughter of the late Hermiz Kinaya and Mary Kallabat.

Cherished mother of Dured Hajji, Dr. Rudy (Natalie) Hajji, Dr. Sundus (Dr. Robert) Goodman, and the late Sawsan Hajji-Bell.

Gracious grandmother Austin, Lucas, Kaylin, Madeline, Gabrielle, Christian, Cameron, Landen, Nicholas, Gabriel, Liam, Jacob, and Faith.

Sister of Tariq (Nidhal),...

Najiba Barash Miram

Najiba Barash Miram

May 25, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Najiba Barash Miram.

Loving daughter of the late Oraha Barash and the late Gorgia Matti.

Devoted wife of the late Wadie Miram.

Cherished mother of Maysoon (Sam) Sarkis, the late Qusia (Rana) Miram, and Ade Miram.

Gracious grandmother of Loreen and Joseph Sarkis; Lucas, Marcus, and Lourdes Miram.

Sister of Layla Barash-Sarkis and...

Ibtisam Shamaya Dabish Khoshiko

Ibtisam Shamaya Dabish Khoshiko

May 25, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Ibtisam Shamaya Dabish Khoshiko.

Loving daughter of the late Shamaya & the late Gourgia Dabish.

Devoted wife of Bahi Aziz Khoshiko.

Cherished mother of Justin, Jaxine, Julian, Jasmine, and Isaac (Samantha).

Ibtisam was looking forward to the arrival of her first grandchild, Giovanni.

Sister of the late Jamil (Hayat) Dabish, the late Mathila...

David Scott Boersma

David Scott Boersma

May 21, 2026

Dear family and friends, we regret to inform you of the passing of the beloved David Scott Boersma.

Gracious son of Linda Dreyer.

Devoted husband of Nivin Jamil Boersma.

Cherished father of Jacob and Ryan; Loving stepfather of Mariam.

Brother of the late Robin Crayton.

Funeral Mass:Saturday, May 23, 202610:00 am to 11:00 amSt. Thomas Chaldean Catholic Church6900 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Twp, MI 48322Clergy of...

Ghazi Namo Shina

Ghazi Namo Shina

May 17, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Ghazi Namou Shina. 

Devoted husband of the late Jamila Karcho Shina. 

Cherished father of Walid (Ibtisam) Shina, Basima (Zuhair) Najor, Boushra (Thamir) Mikho, Nidhal (Riadh) Kashat, Ikhlas (Raad) Kashat, Faris (Eaman) Shina, Amy Shina, Jackie (Scott) Kehoe, Mark Shina and Martin Shina. 

He was a devoted grandfather of 23 and a...

Naima Rayes Yuhanna

Naima Rayes Yuhanna

May 16, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the beloved Naima Rayes Yuhanna.

Loving daughter of the late Isaac Rayes and the late Shmoni Marogi.

Devoted wife of the late Gorguis Yuhanna.

Cherished mother of Intisar Robin, Nidhael Ashcar, Michael (Tammy) Yuhanna, and Tommy Yuhanna.

Gracious grandmother of Sylvia, Mary, Danny, Raquel, Taylor, Jordan, and Aubrey.Great grandmother to Isabella, Ashton, Adrianna, Ava,...

George Yousif Kesto

George Yousif Kesto

May 16, 2026

Dear family and friends, we regret to inform you of the passing of the belovedGeorge Yousif Kesto.

Gracious son of the late Yousif Kesto and the late Hana Jarbo.

Devoted husband of Asmahan Orow Kesto.

Cherished father of Jenny (Hashem) Kesto, Jihan (Talal) Najar, Kazwan (Samar) Kesto, Marwan (Sandi) Kesto, Joseph (Sandi) Kesto, Jennifer (Salar) Ayar, Jwan (Andy) Jarbo, Juman (Namir) Shango, and...

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