Aida M. Jildeh
Aida Musallam Jildeh passed away suddenly on March 21, 2022 at the age of 82 in Lansing, Michigan. Aida was born to Shafiq and Fedwa Musallam in Jerusalem, Palestine, on September 1, 1939. She was a graduate of the Friends Quaker School in Ramallah, then got married and immigrated to the United States to start a new life and family.
On May 17, 1957, she married her loving husband, Toufic Nakhleh Jildeh and had two children: Mona and Raja. While raising two children, she obtained a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in Addiction Psychology from Michigan State University. She worked at the State of Michigan Center for Addiction Services prior to helping to raise her only grandchild, Dr. Toufic Raja Jildeh. Along with her other responsibilities, Aida was heavily involved in caring for her ill daughter, Mona, until her passing in 2016. Aida always had an intellectually inquisitive nature and was passionate about family and friends as well as her national identity. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and caretaker. She was always sensitive to the particular needs of others.
She was preceded in death by her husband Toufic Nakhleh, her daughter Mona, her parents Shafiq and Fedwa Musallam, and her brother Said (Najwa) Musallam. She is survived by her son Raja (Deeann), her grandson Toufic, and her sisters Laila (Samir) Saad, Hala (Eddy) Massad, Nadia (Marwan) Taqtaq and Najwa Musallam.
Funeral services will be held graveside at 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 25, 2022, at Evergreen Cemetery, 2600 E. Mt. Hope Ave., Lansing, MI 48910. A donation to the Greater Lansing Food Bank in Aida’s name will be made in lieu of a luncheon. COVID protocols will be practiced. Arrangements are by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel.
26 Messages to “Aida M. Jildeh”
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Janet L Owens
March 22, 2022 at 9:34 amSo sorry for your loss Raja. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Reema Haugen
March 22, 2022 at 10:21 amDear Raja, Diane , Tawfiq and extended family,
My deepest condolences for the loss of dear Aida, Memory eternal . It is with great sadness and sorrow that I write this . May God grant you patience during this difficult time.
Bill Goodwin
March 22, 2022 at 10:39 amRaja and family I am so sorry for your loss. Passing of a loved one always gives us pause to remember what is really important in our lives family, lived ones, and friends.
Bill Goodwin
Rachel Gehrcke
March 22, 2022 at 10:56 amRaja and Family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I know she was a huge part of your life and her absence will certainly be felt for many years to come. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time!
Kareem J
March 22, 2022 at 11:19 amShe has a generous and pure soul, and her presence in this world only added to the goodness around us. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing her and the Jildeh family for half of my life, and as the matriarch she modeled the genuine humanity, dedication, values, and priorities I look to continue myself. She made me feel like family any time I was around, which was especially valuable as my own grandmother lives across the globe. Mrs. Jildeh’s humor always had me laughing at the dinner table, and her playful fighting with their pet dog Zeus was a continuous source of entertainment. Pictures of us all together will always warm my heart. Lastly, but certainly not least, I’m still working to lose the weight added by her world class kunafa. Rest In Peace, and may God forgive any wrongs and raise your status in the heavens.
Mark & Kim Sager
March 22, 2022 at 12:13 pmRaja, Kim and I are sorry for your loss. Aida was a special lady, and was always very nice to talk to.
We will be thinking positive thoughts for you and DeeAnn
Mark & Kim Sager
Michel Tarazi & Family
March 22, 2022 at 12:26 pmDear Raja,Diane & Tawfiq,
Our hearts and thoughts are with you during this time of grieving. Please know that you are not alone remembering truly wonderful & devoted lady that meant so much to to so many.
God bless her soul and may be her memory will be eternal.
Janine and Abed J
March 22, 2022 at 1:42 pmRest in Peace dear Aida ..One of the Arab Palestinian principled women in our Lansing area, whom I highly respect. She taught me a lot as a strong generous, loving, dedicated person to her family. I hope that her grandson’s friendship with my sons will last long after her passing, just as she always wished …
Dr. Toufic Jildeh i will always be there for you inshallah like my sons and now grandsons. My deepest sincere thoughts for you and your dad Raja and Dianne.
Rami J
March 22, 2022 at 1:59 pmVery sad news. Condolences to the family. She left a very good legacy.
Adnan and Najwa Jahshan
March 22, 2022 at 3:33 pmMay God Bless her soul
Omar M. Qahwash
March 22, 2022 at 6:08 pmGod bless her soul, may she rest in peace. We will be praying for her.
Nabil Kanazeh
March 22, 2022 at 7:15 pmI am very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers goes out to you and your family.
Mark and Becky Davis
March 22, 2022 at 8:31 pmDear Raja, Deeann, and Toufic
We were lucky enough to know your mom and the impact she had on so many people. She was a very special person. We know how difficult this must be for you. Please know you all will be in our thoughts during this challenging time.
Sonia & George Abela
March 22, 2022 at 9:18 pmDear Raja, Diane, and Tawfiq,
So sorry for your loss. We will greatly miss Aida.
Our deepest condolences.
Greg and Teresa Lavy,
March 22, 2022 at 9:21 pmDear Raja and Deeann, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was kind and always took a sincere interest in my life. I know that Teresa was also very fond of your mother and enjoyed talking with her on our visits. Her smile is what I am thinking of as I write this. Both of you went above and beyond to care for her and you will be blessed for this. We love you both!
Ali & Sunita Mahdavi
March 23, 2022 at 7:39 amDear Raja and family,
We are very sorry about your loss. Your Mom has done so much in her life and in return you, Deeann and your son have given her back the love and caring she deserved specially through out these later years of her life. We pray for her soul to rest in peace.
Take care my friend.
To Raja and family
March 23, 2022 at 9:47 amBeshara and Wedad Jada
We are so sorry about your loss RIP
Mhanna &Loudi Badin
March 23, 2022 at 9:52 amGod bless her soul
RIP
Mary Russell ( Kanazeh)
March 23, 2022 at 8:46 pmMy deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your mom and teta will be missed. So many fond memories, I will cherish.
Chris & Dina Tarazi McGarry
March 23, 2022 at 9:46 pmDear Raja, Deeann, and Toufic,
Sending prayers and our deepest condolences. May Dear Aunt Aida Rest In Peace and her memories be eternal.
Bassam and Sabah Makhoul
March 23, 2022 at 11:36 pmDear Raja Please accept our condolences on the passing of your mother . May her memory be eternal.
Terry LaBarge
March 24, 2022 at 9:28 amDear Raja, Deeann, and Dr Toufic,
The entire La Barge family sends their deepest regrets and prayers. Aida was an extraordinary lady with all her accomplishments at a time when it was far from easy for woman. Prayers to you all.
Fross Kanazeh
March 25, 2022 at 10:49 amRaja, Deann, Toufic-
Im sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. God bless her soul. She is going to be missed. I pray for her and your family.
Jose Garcia
March 25, 2022 at 11:12 amDear Raja and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
May she rest in peace.
Ethel White
March 28, 2022 at 12:16 pmMy what a shock! I am so very sorry to learn of her passing. I will miss her; she was a dear friend, a very caring person and very devoted to her family. I will pray for the family’s comfort as you mourn her passing. May God keep you in His care.
Drue Schlosser-VanLake
October 4, 2024 at 11:08 amDear Raja,
First I’d like to say that your Mom was so Beautiful to me. She had a strong presence when she came into a room. I felt she was the rudder that guided your family, I did not know your Father well though. I do know he was protective. He was waiting the night I brought Mona home after 1 am, from our 30th class reunion! The light flipped on and he was at the door when we pulled in.
I always enjoyed my visits with Mona and your Mom. she made wonderful stuffed grape leaves!
She made me feel welcome at a difficult time in my life. That was when I was an unwed Mother raising my son Joe. The circumstances were not great but she didn’t look down upon us. She always had a kind remark to say that made me feel better about my situation. Coming from her, it meant the world to me. I truly enjoyed learning about our cultural differences. I am sorry I did not know at the time of her passing. My heartfelt condolences are sent to you now. May she rest in peace and know she was respected and loved. Drue