“I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die” (John 11:25)
انا هو القيامة والحياة ومن أمن بي ولو مات فسيحيا

Rachid Elias Sarrouh
Passed away peacefully at home in Seven Hills, Ohio, surrounded by the love of his family and friends on Thursday May 7, 2020.
Cherished son of Martha and the late Elias.
Dear brother of Elham and John (Mary Duncan) of Seven Hills, Ohio – USA and Tony (Elissar Sheety) of Ottawa, Canada.
Devoted Godfather and uncle of his nieces Layal and Beesan, nephews Shadi (Hannah Hilow), Ghassan and Adonees.
Loving Great uncle of Grace and Yasmeen.
He will be dearly missed by his uncles, aunts and cousins in Lebanon, Canada and the USA and his friends everywhere.
A private mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Maron Church in Independence, Ohio.
In celebration of Rachid’s life and his tradition of giving, the family will make a gift to the food banks in Ottawa and in Ohio.
Any gift to a charity of your choice in memory of Rachid would be greatly appreciated.

Born and raised in Lebanon, Rachid graduated from the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida, then joined TMA in Lebanon as a commercial pilot where he traveled the world.  He emigrated to Canada in 1985 and after 5 years moved to the USA where he had a career in accounting.
True and sincere friend to many.
Rachid valued his family and friends above all else.
A compassionate beautiful soul, free spirited fighter and a generous man, Rachid shared what he had with others without expectations. We ache at his passing.