Nelly Salib

Nelly Salib obituary, Cedar Grove, NJ

Nelly Salib

Nelly Salib Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shook's Cedar Grove Funeral Home, Inc. on Apr. 30, 2025.

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Nelly Salib, 56, of Little Falls, NJ passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Born in Alexandria, Egypt, she immigrated to the United States with her family as an infant, residing in Queens, NY and Cedar Grove before settling in Little Falls.
Nelly earned both her bachelor's degree and master's degree from Montclair State University.
Nelly loved hiking, the beach, plants, flowers and all things in nature. She also loved to practice yoga and meditation.
Beloved daughter of Ellen N. (nèe Zaki) and the late Nashed Salib. Dear sister of Ashraf "Ash" N. Salib and wife Denise. Loving aunt of Alexandria and Zachary Salib. She is also survived by a loving extended family and friends.
The family will receive relatives and friends Thursday, May 1, 2025, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, 5 Woodstone Drive, Cedar Grove, NJ. A funeral service is planned for Friday, May 2, 2025, 10:00 a.m. at St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church. Entombment will follow at Christ Church Cemetery and Mausoleum in Belleville, and a repast will follow at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Nelly to St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, 5 Woodstone Drive, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009 would be appreciated.
Arrangements are under the direction of Shook's Cedar Grove Funeral Home, 486 Pompton Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ.
Memories and condolences may be shared at shookscedargrove.com.
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