Jalila Arafat Saroki

Jalila Arafat Saroki obituary, Hazel Park, MI

Jalila Arafat Saroki

Jalila Saroki Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Mercy Funeral Home LLC on Jun. 25, 2025.

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It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to so many.
Jalila Arafat Saroki, daughter of the late Tobia and Maryam Arafat Beloved wife to Istiphan Saroki and devoted mother to Elham (Ellie) (Will) Fox, Bashar (Jolyana) Saroki, Winkle Saroki Beloved grandmother to Brooke (William B. Allen), Zoey, Maverick, Ava, Stephan and Aidan. Loving sister to brothers: Kareem Arafat, Georgie Arafat, Hani Arafat, and Jamal Arafat Loving sister to sisters: Najeeba Saroki, Bedrea Yaldo, Parikhi Kakauma, and Belkis Arafat She was deeply cherished by nieces, nephews, cousins, and many, many special friends.
Our mother was a very strong and beautiful soul that loved life. She loved to cook and to spend time with family. She was always so proud of her family and grandkids. We are devastated that she is gone but we are blessed by so many special memories. We are deeply touched by the outpouring of love, prayers and support we have received.

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