Teresia Nehmetallah
November 9, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Teresia Nehmetallah, who departed this world peacefully in her home on November 9, 2024, at the age of 89. Teresia was surrounded by the love of her devoted family in her final moments. She was predeceased by her cherished husband, Nehmetallah Nehmetallah, her devoted son, John Nehmetallah, and her dear grandson, Tony Badaoui.
Teresia was a loving mother to Joseph (Hasna), Haifa (Assaad) Badaoui, Renee (Joseph) Abbas, Laurice (Paul) Tawil, Jim (Diane), Diane (Fred) Boutros, the late John, and Heidi (Tony) Nader. Her legacy lives on through her 29 grandchildren and 44 great-grandchildren, each of whom she held close to her heart. She was predeceased by her parents, Youssef and Najiba Abbas, and was a beloved sister to her late siblings, Antonious (Shahide), Hannah (Antonios), Saleh, Suzanne (Antonios), Boula, Alice (John), and survived by Saide (Youssef) and Bernadette (Nazir).
Known for her deep faith and gentle spirit, Teresia’s steadfast devotion to God and family was a source of inspiration to all who knew her. She will be remembered for her kindness, warmth, and the love she shared abundantly.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Teresia’s life at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Monday, November 11, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m., with prayers at 8:00 p.m. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held on Tuesday, November 12, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Church, 280 Talbot Street East, Leamington, with entombment to follow at Erie Memorial Gardens.
