Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1961
DIED
2025
FUNERAL HOME
Hussam Saleeby Obituary
April 23, 1961 - July 5, 2025
State College, Pennsylvania - Hussam George Saleeby, 64, of State College, died Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Born April 23, 1961, in Homs, Syria, he was the son of the late George Saleeby and Souad Kallas. He is survived by his wife, Lina Eid.
In addition to his wife, Hussam is survived by two children, George Saleeby and his wife Jacqulyn of San Francisco, CA and Jacqueline Saleeby and her partner Scott Morelli of Boston, MA, and two siblings, Manhal Saleeby and his wife Baha Balji Saleeby of South Hill, VA and Sahar Saleeby-De Rijk and her husband Han De Rijk of Utrecht, Netherlands.
He worked more than 25 years as a Medical Doctor for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
He found immense joy in bringing people together-through laughter, through the generous feasts he loved to prepare, and through the open-door gatherings that made everyone feel at home. He was an avid poker player, a connoisseur of the finest cigars, and a passionate car enthusiast. But above all, he cherished his family deeply. His happiest moments were those spent surrounded by loved ones, good food, laughter, and a shared sense of joy.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, July 9, 2025 from 12-2 pm at Koch Funeral Home, 2401 S. Atherton Street, State College, PA.
Burial will follow in Pine Hall Cemetery.
Online condolences may be entered at www.kochfuneralhome.com or visit us on Facebook.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Hussam Saleeby
Sponsored by Centre Daily Times.
1 Entry
Elaine
July 22, 2025
Dr. Saleeby was a wonderful caring Dr. My husband had him at the VA and when he left there, we truly missed him. Although my husband passed a little over a year ago now, but we would often wonder and mention Dr. Saleeby. May you find peace and comfort in knowing how many people he helped and cared for.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Hussam Saleeby's name
Memorial Events
for Hussam Saleeby
Funeral services provided by:
Koch Funeral Home - State College2401 S. Atherton Street, State College, PA 16801
How to support Hussam's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Hussam Saleeby's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
