Dear Parishioners of OLOP:
I received the sad news that Semaan Semaan passed away in Pembroke,
MA. I have included his obituary here. Friends and relatives are
invited to pay their respects on Saturday, April 6th, 2024, at Robert
J. Lawler and Crosby Funeral Home, located at 1803 Centre St, West
Roxbury, MA 02132, from 11:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. The prayer of Bakhoor will be prayed at 1:00 PM.
Our deepest sympathies go out to his wife Samira, his children and
grandchildren, Madonna married to Attorney Roland Hardane and their children Mira, Sophia and Yvan-Joseph, Zoya married to Mr. Tanios Habib and their children Rayan and Marc, and Paula married to Mr. Emile C. Tayeh Jr. P.E and their children Matthew, Gabrielle and Luke.
May Almighty God welcome Semaan into His kingdom and may his soul rest
in peace. Allah yerhammo.
In Christ,
Fr. Vincent
Semaan Eid Semaan, aged 74, peacefully passed away on March 31, 2024,
surrounded by his cherished wife Samira and loved ones at his
residence in Pembroke, MA. Born on June 2, 1949, in Jbeil, Lebanon to
Eid Semaan and Hanneh Bou Frem, Semaan led a multifaceted life filled
with dedication, passion, and love.
A man of many talents, Semaan was a true public servant having served
as a principal, a respected educator, and a celebrated journalist. He
left a mark in many areas with his social, educational and sports
community involvement. As a journalist, he authored hundreds of
articles and opinion pieces, wrote a book “Raymond Edde” about a
prominent Lebanese politician, and held the position of editor in
chief of Ora, a Lebanese publication. Socially, he was a spear head
with the power of development and spread of social clubs across
Lebanon, including, but not limited to, Hboub Social Club. He served
as a member of several political committees and political advisor to
many current and past Lebanese politicians. He was also the president
of the Sakr Family Association, where he is currently a board member.
He wrapped up his public career as a beloved principal of Ehmej High
School where he helped grow the school and engaged many youths to
expand their potentials. On the family level, he was the go-to, from
his nuclear family, relatives, neighbors, and friends who all sought
his wisdom. His logical perspectives and unwavering commitment to his
beliefs earned him widespread admiration. Beyond his professional
accomplishments, Semaan’s true essence shone through as a devoted
husband, father, and friend. But his most cherished role was that of
“Jeddo” (grandfather) to eight adoring grandchildren.
In his leisure time, Semaan found joy in various pursuits, including
writing, carpentry, farming, exploration, literature, and engaging in
philosophical and political discourse. Embracing life to the fullest,
he proudly embraced American citizenship in his later years.
Semaan is survived by his loving wife, Samira, and daughters Madonna
married to Attorney Roland Hardane and their children Mira, Sophia and
Yvan-Joseph, Zoya married to Mr. Tanios Habib and their children
Rayan, Marc, and Paula married to Mr. Emile C. Tayeh Jr. P.E and their
children Matthew, Gabrielle and Luke. His memory will forever be
cherished by his grandchildren, through his eternal love.
Friends and relatives are invited to pay their respects on Saturday,
April 6th, 2024, at Robert J. Lawler and Crosby Funeral Home, located
at 1803 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA 02132, from 11:00 A.M. to 2:30
P.M.
Semaan’s journey will then lead him back to his beloved hometown of
Jbeil, Lebanon, where he will be laid to rest at St. Jacob Church
Cemetery on Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, at a time to be determined
local time. Services will follow at St. Jacob Church’s Hall on
Thursday, April 11th, 2024, at a time to be determined, with a Mass of
Maronite Rite held for the family.
May the soul of Semaan Eid Semaan rest in eternal peace, his legacy
enduring in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Bereavement meal for family and friends to celebrate Semaan Semaans
life will be held at 2:45 pm on Saturday April 6, at West on Centre
Restaurant, 1732 Centre St. West Roxbury.
Parking available at the funeral home.
—
Fr. Vincent Farhat
Pastor OLOP
ourladyofpurgatory@gmail.com
