Dearest family and friends, we are saddened to inform you of the loss of the beloved 
Van Ghanim Ankawi.

Faithful son of the late Ghanim Ankawi and the late Nasra Marrogi Ankawi.

Loving husband of Cindas Gabbara Ankawi.

Cherished father of Donavan Ankawi.

Beloved brother of the late "Terri" Taghrid, the late "Ray" Raghid, Nashwan (Eman), Wendy, Jacob (Lilyan), and Rudy (Farrah) Ankawi.

Humble uncle of Lacey (Rob), Nash Jr (Vanette), Jenna (Junior), Angelica, Elizabeth (Nickolas), Tanya, Stephen, Reina (Sam), Justin, Emma and Michael. 

Gracious great uncle of Aiden, Vilena, Alexander, Elliana, Mason and Isaac.


Funeral Mass
Friday, August 28, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am
St. Thomas Chaldean Catholic Church
6900 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322

Committal Service: 
Friday, August 28, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery
25800 W 10 Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48033

Acceptance of Condolences:
Friday, August 28, 2026
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Regency Manor & Banquet Hall
25228 W 12 Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48034

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; 
thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

Amen.