Elias Sarkis Hitti passed on into Eternal Life on Saturday, May 6th, 2023.
Elias was born in the town of Mejdlaya in north Lebanon to Sarkis and Mariana Hitti (nee Baini) as the fourth of nine children.
He moved from Lebanon to St. Louis, Missouri in 1961 to attend college and graduated from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville.
What brought Elias the most joy in life was spending time with his family, especially the love of his life and best friend, his wife Nazha. His motto in life was “Nothing is Impossible”, and he always bestowed that belief to his family. Elias loved to laugh and was known for his incredible sense of humor.
He was a devout Maronite Catholic who possessed a strong faith in God. Elias was very proud of his Lebanese heritage. He had a beautiful singing voice and loved to sing old Lebanese folk songs and prayers. He had a big heart and was very selfless in helping those who emigrated from Lebanon during the Lebanese Civil War to begin their new lives in St. Louis. His kindness and generosity is remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Elias is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Nazha; sons Joe, Sarkis, Antoine; daughter Lisa; and two sisters Akleh and Joandark; and many nieces and nephews in Lebanon and Australia.
Services: Visitation is at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 13th with the Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM, at St. Raymond’s Maronite Cathedral. Interment after at Oak Hill Cemetery and Mercy Meal to follow at The Cedars Hall 931 Lebanon Dr., St. Louis, MO 63104.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Raymond’s Maronite Cathedral in the name of Elias Hitti
My deepest and most sincere condolences to my dear friend Lisa and her family, on the passing of her beloved father, Mr. Hitti. He was loved, and he will be truly missed.
Love,
Myra
Dear Joe, Sarkis and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can understand how difficult it is to lose a parent… May you find peace with his passing, and cherish the moments he was with you. My heartfelt condolences. Rest in peace Mr. Hitti.