Born on January 13, 1946, Karimeh lived a life devoted to her family, and caring for those around her.
She will be remembered as one of the most selfless, generous, and compassionate people her family and friends had the privilege of knowing.
Throughout her professional life, Karimeh found fulfillment in serving others. She began her career as a hairdresser in Ramallah, Palestine.
In 1967, she immigrated to the United States, where she continued working as a hair dresser. In 1970 she embarked on a new chapter of her life of being a successful business owner. No matter where life took her, her kindness, generosity, and willingness to help others remained at the heart of who she was.
Karimeh was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Kamal Bateh; her parents, Nimeh Bateh and Saleem Bateh; her brothers, Shukry Bateh, Said Bateh, Fuad Bateh, and Adel Bateh; and her sisters, Adla Butros, Naimeh Butrus, and Nabeeha Shalley.
She was also preceded in death by her brother- and sisters-in-law, Karim Bateh, Vera Bateh, Armallina Bateh, and Renee Bateh; as well as her niece and nephews, Gabbi Bateh, Adel Bateh Jr., and Tonia Bateh Thomas.
Karimeh leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish her memory, including her daughters, Amy Bateh, Heather Rodriguez (Dennis Rodriguez), and Tammy Bateh Baca (Justin Baca); her beloved grandchildren, Breanna Tomlin and Bella Rodriguez; her sister, Saleema Zarou; her sister-in-law, Suad Bateh; and many nieces and nephews.
Her love for her family, her selflessness, and her unwavering dedication will remain an enduring part of her legacy. Though she will be deeply missed, the memories she created, the lives she touched, and the love she shared will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
