Ramiz Hourani

Lansing

The family of Ramiz Tamir Hourani celebrates a life that was full and rich. Ramiz was born March 3, 1921, in Deirmimas, Lebanon, and passed away November 14, 2016, surrounded by his loving family.

Ramiz came to this country in 1957, and was proud to become a U.S. citizen, but he still cherished his homeland. As a tailor by trade, he worked at several men’s clothing stores in the Greater Lansing area and retired from Kositchek’s in 1986. He still continued to work from home until his late 80s. He was a faithful member of First Presbyterian Church of Lansing for over 50 years, where he also served as a deacon.

He is survived by his children, Tamra (Joseph) Daley, Linda (George) Snyder, and Thom (Ruth) Hourani; 8 grandsons, Jeff, Matt (Jackie), Christopher, David, Michael (Lauren), Josef, Anthony, and Thom Jr.; 2 brothers, Rev. Joseph (Lee) Hourani and Dr. Benjamin (Dee) Hourani; sister, Josephine Fawaz; and many dear nieces, nephews and special friends. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Rose, in 1998, and his brother, Jacob.

His family wishes to give a special thank you to Dr. Michael Hourani for taking such good care of their father over the years.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 19, 2016, at First Presbyterian Church of Lansing, 510 W. Ottawa St., Lansing. A private interment will take place in Evergreen Cemetery. His family will receive friends from 4:30-8:30 p.m. on Friday at the First Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to his church, the American Diabetes Association, or a charity of one’s choice in memory of Ramiz Hourani. Arrangements are by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel.

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Aunt Joyce
November 16, 2016 at 11:00 am

Ramiz was a wonderful man! He was loving and caring to everyone. He made everyone feel special when you were with him. I always enjoyed my visits with him. Tammy, Linda and Tom, you are in my prayers and thoughts. He was proud of his family and loved you all. God Bless you. He is now in God’s arms with His love and peace. Aunt Joyce

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Bev Bobko
November 16, 2016 at 11:01 am

We always enjoyed seeing Ramiz. May God bless you with peace, strength, and comfort.

With Deepest Sympathy,
Ed, Bev, Alec, and Kristy Bobko

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Robert Boyles
November 16, 2016 at 1:34 pm

What a great man; Husband, Father and Grandfather. I loved the time I was able to spend with him. He made me feel like his son.

Peace to him and his family.

The Boyles, Bob, Ann, Sydney and Nolan.

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Dr. Harold and Jackie Sterling
November 16, 2016 at 3:23 pm

We were very sorry to learn of Mr. Hourani’s passing. He was a wonderful person. Our deepest sympathy to the Hourani family.

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Judy Coon
November 16, 2016 at 5:06 pm

Tammy and Linda,
I am sorry to read about your Dad’s passing. He was the nicest guy. Even though I did not see him often he always remembered my name and something about me, great memory. I know you will miss him but now he is with your Mom.
Judy Coon
Estero, Florida

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Anonymous
November 16, 2016 at 8:33 pm

Uncle Ramiz was an amazing man. He will be missed so much. We love you all and you are in our prayers.

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Ramiz Hourani
November 17, 2016 at 12:06 pm

Tammy, Linda,Tom, Rev.Joseph,Dr. Ben & Josephine ,
Our deepest Sympathies are with you during this time of loss. Ramiz will be always remembered as a hard working, honest, friendly and respectable man,great father, grandfather and brother.God bless his soul and God be with you, may his memory will be eternal.
Michel & Noha Tarazi

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Mona
November 17, 2016 at 1:05 pm

I was really sad to hear about your dad’s passing. I only saw him a few times, but it felt as if we had known each other for a long time and he made me feel special. I will always remember him. He will be missed, he was a wonderful man, full of love and peace. I wish him well on his journey. My deepest sympathy to the Hourani family.

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Dawn Helou
November 18, 2016 at 5:26 pm

While I met him only once, at Anthony’s high school graduation party last year, what an impression he left on me. Such a sweet, kind man and a joy to talk to. We spent much of the time discussing our shared heritage and his family and enjoyed every minute of the conversation. Thom, Ruth, Anthony and Thom I am very sorry for your loss and am sure you have many wonderful memories to treasure.

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Tarazi
November 18, 2016 at 10:20 pm

We would like to express our sincere condolences to the Hourani Family.
Uncle Ramiz was always a great friend to our family. May his memory be eternal. God Bless his soul.

Isam, Dina and Lillian Tarazi

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Kathy Niemann5EC
November 19, 2016 at 10:44 am

Dear Linda, Thom, and Tammy,
Paula Solomon told me about the passing of your father and I was so sorry to hear about his passing. I know your beloved dad was very dear to all of you and what excellent, loving care he has received in his elder years. It was always fun meeting your parents at Aunt Pauline’s gatherings-made me feel like part of your family too. Remember, your parent’s love (an eternal gift) and the times you shared together will always be with you and a legacy you can pass on from generation to generation. You are so blessed to have such a rich heritage. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family.

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