Emilie Saad Obituary

Emilie Saad Burnt HillsEmilie Saad of Burnt Hills, admired by friends, cherished by family, left a world rich in laughter and love Saturday, February 14, 2015 after a long illness. Her final three months were spent in the warm embrace and loving kindness of the staff at Mary's Haven hospice house in Saratoga Springs, NY. There, family was able to spend precious time with her under their compassionate care. Born April 23, 1924 in Bethlehem, Palestine and baptized there in the Church of the Nativity, she immigrated to the United States in 1948 with her husband, William Saad. They attended college at the University of Nebraska and moved to New York for a job at General Electric in Waterford. She loved cooking, gardening and was known for her prowess in bridge, often in the paper for winning first place and playing it in 3 no trump! She loved her gardens and watching the birds. When the cold weather set in, she was busy baking her famous bread and wonderful Middle Eastern delicacies. Lively in spirit, she was also generous with her time, volunteering with Meals on Wheels, Ellis Hospital, and Our Lady of Grace Church. Emilie lived life to the fullest. Anyone who knew her for a moment or a lifetime was blessed. She told adventurous stories and had a truly cutting sense of humor. She was a loving, dedicated wife, and a wonderful and giving mother, grandmother, and friend. She was a member of Our Lady Of Grace Church. Her husband, William Saad, a chemical engineer at General Electric, predeceased her in 1992. Survivors include her two daughters, Laila and her husband, Rex, Carmen and her husband, Eric; two sons, Ted and his partner, Edward, Ramzi and his wife, Barbara; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Emilie has donated her remains to the anatomical gift program at Albany Medical College. A memorial Mass will be held Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 1 p.m. with a reception to follow at Our Lady of Grace Church, 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake, New York. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations are made to Mary's Haven, 35 New Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, and The Community Hospice of Saratoga.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Feb. 17, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Emilie Saad

13 Entries

Katherine Scheib

March 3, 2015

Dear Carmen, Ramzi, Laila and Ted and families,
You gave a lovely tribute to your lovely Mom on Saturday. The world is a better place because of her. She will be missed.

Ann Cotrupi

February 28, 2015

Dear Ted and family.
We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a sweet and loving person. She will be greatly missed by all of us lucky enough to know her at Our Lady of Grace. She always made us smile with her sense of humor and loving attitude.

Jennifer Merlan

February 27, 2015

Dear Ted, Laila, Ramzi, Carmen and families,
My heart felt condolences to all of you for the loss of your Mother/Tata. May you be comforted by your many warm and wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jenn (Cilento) Merlan

Lori Berry

February 24, 2015

Dear Carmen and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. I treasure the memory of you inviting me for dinner & your Mom making me a beautiful red velvet cake for my 21st birthday- and she didn't even know me! She was so kind, just like you, Carmen. Your mother lives on in you and your wonderful family. Rest in peace , Mrs Saad
Blessings, Lori and Dan Berry

February 23, 2015

Dear armen,
We have great memories of Emilie and Bill. High school years meant we we shared our Flavorland daughters. Her infectious smile was alway there. Sorry we are out of town but you and your sister and brothers are in our prayers. Frank and Joan Sceib

JoAnn Hobday Massad

February 22, 2015

To all of you: I'm so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed seeing your mom, years ago, when she ushered at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. She always had a big smile! My prayers are with your entire family.

Karim Saad

February 21, 2015

Angel, she was. Led a true Christian life. We are going to miss her. Rest in peace. Our condolences to Laila, Ted, Ramzi, Carmen and the extended family.
Karim and Viviane Saad

Karen Montgomery

February 19, 2015

Dear Laila and Family,
Love and prayers to you and your family. May you always have beautiful memories. God Bless.

February 18, 2015

To the family;- We were so sorry to learn of your Mom, Emilie's, passing. What a great neighbor and friend. We are saddened by your loss. Our deepest sympathy. Betty and Bob Rose

February 18, 2015

To The Saad family,
WE were saddened to learn of your mom's death. She was our good neighbor for 40 yrs. and a very special lady! Sorry we can't make the memorial service. Our condolences to your family. Regards, Bob and Barbara Wilson

February 18, 2015

Laila and family I am so sorry for your loss. Emily is my mentor on how to live my life. She taught me strength, determination and how to love. I will miss her.

Eve Kaufman

February 17, 2015

Emilie - I only knew you for a short while here at Coburg, but I miss your company so much. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I loved our dinners together. Peace be with you.
Eve

Robin LaPierre

February 17, 2015

Dear Laila, Rex and family -
I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a sweet lady. I used to run into her here and there and she always caught me up on the events in your lives. God bless!

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