Amal F. Assaf, 78, of Dartmouth, Massachusetts, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Hathaway Manor. Born on August 3, 1948, in Aley, Lebanon, Amal later came to the United States in 1982. She lived in New Bedford before moving to her sister's home in Dartmouth.
Before coming to the United States, Amal worked for Medico Manufacturing in Lebanon. After settling locally, she worked for Sam's Bakery in Fall River, where her considerate nature and dependable work ethic were evident to all who knew her.
A woman of faith, she remained devoted to her church and lived with a kindness that was felt most deeply by those closest to her.
Her life reflected a thoughtful attentiveness to others, always willing to care and help those around her.
Amal’s love for people and for life itself shone through in her outgoing nature and the joy she found in everyday moments. She especially enjoyed music, and she treasured time away vacationing and going on cruises—simple pleasures that reflected her appreciation for life and the company of others. Above all, she was a caretaker to her family, offering support with patience, generosity, and a steady heart.
Amal was the beloved daughter of the late Fouad Assaf and Helen (Yamin) Assaf.
Amal is survived by her siblings, Fowzi Assaf and wife; Hiam Salibi and late husband Issam; Walid Assaf and wife Morweena; Besma Karam and late husband Sam; and Suesue Maalouf and husband Milad. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, Fred Maalouf, Diana Maalouf, Christine Elkhoury and husband Bachir Andre Karam, Danny Karam, Olga Karam, Mike Assaf, Fred Assaf, Mark Assaf and wife Amanda,; and by her great nieces and great nephews, Valentina and Inna Elkhoury, Mariah and Mia Maalouf, Chloe and Maddox Karam, and Ava Assaf.
Visiting hours will be held at Waring-Sullivan Home at Dartmouth, 230 Russells Mills Road, South Dartmouth, on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Her Funeral will be held from the funeral home on Friday, October 23, 2026, at 9:30 am followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 am at Our Lady of Purgatory Church, 4254 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford. Burial will take place at Notre Dame Cemetery, 1540 Stafford Rd, Fall River.
