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1936
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2024
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Mahassen Saad Obituary
Mahassen was a force of nature; a petite powerhouse who raised three boys and one girl alone in a new country with a new language and customs. Mahassen shepherded her family through this new world with dignity, grace, and strength. She treated people with courtesy and respect and expected the same. She did not suffer fools or falseness in people and expected people to live up to their best selves. She earned the respect and admiration of all who knew her.
Mahassen loved her children fiercely and unconditionally - a devotion born out of a history of danger and turmoil from her native land. She left her home and all she knew and dove into the unknown. It was easy to take her strength for granted; she always showed herself to be strong and in control, but as children become adults, it becomes clear this took unbelievable strength of will, determination and sacrifice. Her loss, will be tremendously felt and will leave an empty void, in our hearts, for a long time to come.
Khalil Gibran once wrote: "The mother is everything – she is our consolation in sorrow, our hope in misery, and our strength in weakness. She is the source of love, mercy, sympathy and forgiveness. Everything in nature bespeaks the mother."
Mahassen is survived by her daughter Maysun Saad; her three sons, Rami Saad, Louay Saad with his wife Jennifer and their children, Dylan and Savannah, and Amin Saad and his wife Sandra. In addition, Mahassen leaves behind her sister Layla Al-Khalil; as well as her three brothers, Anwar, Mohanned and Mulhamm El-Attrache; as well as a host of nieces and nephews.
Her family will receive friends and family from 10 to noon Thursday, June 6, at the Thomas L Neilan and Sons Funeral Home, 48 Grand Street, Niantic. A graveside service will follow at 12:30 p.m. at Jordan Cemetery, Boston Post Road, Waterford.
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Rami
June 5, 2024
Mom. What can I say. Without your teachings, wisdom, love and discipline, I would not have grown to be the person I am today. Life will not be the same without you, but I will carry you in my heart for as long as I draw breath. You will be severally missed.
Maysun Saad
June 3, 2024
My beautiful sophisticated Mama, No one else will ever fill your shoes. You are the best mother I could have and asked for, I will always be grateful for the wonderful woman you are.. My Mother!! Thank you for loving me, teaching me never to rely on anyone , and putting confidence in me. You raised me to be a good strong woman. I will always cherish the time I have spent with you and our special bond and talks.
Iam proud to have you as my mother. I am so grateful for all the sacrifices you have made for our family. I have always admired you and always will be proud to call you, my Mama.
I can't imagine the world for me
Without you in it. I didn't want you to go but I know you are still with me in my heart. I will miss your smiles, your beautiful green eyes, your hugs, your kisses and your warmhearted ways. Thank you, mama, for all the unconditional love you have giving me. There is an ache within my heart that will never go away. Until we meet again, rest in peace Mama. I love you, Mama always and forever.
Amanda Collins (Sheffield Pharma)
June 3, 2024
Rami,
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful mother. Sending many prayers for peace and healing.
Ellen
June 3, 2024
Beautiful obituary...sorry for your grief.
Renay Hodges
June 2, 2024
Maysun, I'm so very sorry for your dear loss of your beloved mother. Sending you prayers and inner peace at this difficult time. Love Renay, and B'ianca
Maysun Saad
June 2, 2024
I miss you so much Mama. You were a blessing to me and I was honored to be your daughter. You were a good mother. I have loved you beyond words and there will always be a void in my heart. Rest in peace my beautiful Mama. Love you always. Maysun
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