Nadia was born on May 19, 1950, in Birzeit, Palestine, where her life began surrounded by family, faith, and tradition—values she carried with her throughout her life and lovingly passed on to her children and grandchildren.
She was the devoted and beloved wife of Emmanuel Joseph Kalisse, and together they built a life grounded in love, perseverance, and family unity.
Nadia was a proud and loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by her daughters Janice Ajlouny, wife of Issom Ajlouny, and their children Cj Kalisse and Sophie, Joanne Kalisse, wife of Sargon Menas, and their children Ashur Ishtar and Arbela and Tanya Younin, wife of Shumal Younin, and their children Emmanuel Christian and Athena. Loved by her brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.
Nadia’s life was defined by her kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was a nurturing presence, a source of wisdom, and a pillar of love whose warmth touched everyone who knew her. Her legacy lives on through the lives she shaped and the love she gave so generously.
She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.