Nabiha Shatara Dabit

1934 - 2023

Nabiha Shatara Dabit
August 30, 1934 - August 25, 2023
Nabiha Shatara Dabit, a remarkable woman whose journey through life was marked by resilience, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to her family, community and homeland, peacefully passed away on August 25, 2023, at 3:08 PM, just days before her 89th birthday, in her cherished city of San Francisco, California. She was surrounded by her loving family, who provided comfort and solace during her final days and moments.
Born on August 30, 1934, in Ramallah, Palestine, Nabiha spent her early years in the picturesque landscapes of her homeland, surrounded by the love of her family. She shared a special bond with her older brother, Elias, and after her mother's early death, was raised with tender care by her devoted aunt, Aziza, who dedicated her life to nurturing these two siblings while their father was in America striving to create a better future for his family.
In 1952, at the age of 15, Nabiha's life took a new direction when her father returned to Palestine for a visit. She expressed her desire to accompany him back to America, a journey that would mark the beginning of her own unique story. Settling in San Francisco, Nabiha attended Mission High School. Her determination was evident as she supported her father in his grocery store and dedicated herself to helping new Palestinian immigrants navigate paperwork and access educational opportunities.
Nabiha, the proud daughter of Ramallah, was a leader and visionary. She founded the Ramallah Women's Club 1959 and was an active member in helping create community gatherings, fundraisers to support the community by bringing films to the Roxie Theater and other theaters in San Francisco.
Nabiha's sharp business acumen led her to further achievements. After graduating from City College with her associate's degree, she joined the workforce at an insurance company. However, her entrepreneurial spirit was undeniable. She chose to venture into opening additional grocery stores for her aunt and her brother, showcasing her knack for business management. Despite having many suitors, Nabiha made the deliberate choice to remain unmarried until she was courted by Fuad Dabit from Lydda, Palestine. They were united in marriage on April 17, 1966, in San Francisco.
She was survived by all of her children, Shafy, Shadia, Joseph, and Renda Dabit, and her two grandsons, Louie and Senan.
A Memorial Service will be held at St. Nicholas Antiochian Church, 5200 Diamond Heights Blvd in San Francisco on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at 7:00pm. A Funeral service will take place at St. Nicholas on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at 11:00am followed by burial at Greek Orthodox Cemetery, Colma.