Samira Howard Obituary
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Born in Reyfoun, Lebanon, Samira was one of eight children of Nader and Tamam. Samira met her late husband, Thomas A. Monsour, while he was vacationing in Lebanon, and moved to Detroit, Michigan where Thomas lived. Samira was a dedicated mother of three and parishioner to St. Maron Maronite Church in Detroit. Samira never missed a weekly mass or gathering.
Samira was married to her loving second husband, Donald P. Howard, for 26 years. Samira adored her three grandchildren: Christopher, Nina, and Matthew. She frequently enjoyed the four G's: gardening, golfing at Lochmoor, gym, and grandchildren.
Samira was a wonderful cook and homemaker, raising three children and heavily involved with friends and within the community. No one ever left Samira's home with an empty stomach and without a great experience. She loved creating Lebanese cuisine, tending to her garden, feeding the birds, and crafting knits and embroidery for all to enjoy.
Those who knew Samira well enjoyed her energy and positivity for life. She loved to go for long walks, host and attend dinners, and spend quality time with her family.
Samira is survived by her three children, Carol Monsour, Thomas Monsour, and Christopher Monsour (Riva); her grandchildren, Christopher Monsour Jr., Nina Randazzo (Joseph), and Matthew Monsour; as well as her three siblings, Nouhad Sfeir, Fouad Sfeir, and Farid Sfeir.
Samira is predeceased by her parents, Nader and Tamam; late husband, Thomas Monsour; late husband, Donald P. Howard; and four siblings.
Services to celebrate Samira's life include a visitation on Tuesday, September 26th 4PM - 8PM at Verheyden Funeral Home (16300 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Park). A funeral mass will take place on Wednesday, September 27th at St. Maron Maronite Church: in state 10AM with a mass at 10:30AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Samira's life may be made to St. Maron Maronite
Church, 11466 Kercheval Ave, Detroit, MI 48214
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