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Nazih Aniss Namouz

Date of Death: May 31, 2021
Visitation
Thomas McAfee - Downtown Chapel
639 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 | Map
Friday 6/4, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Thomas McAfee - Downtown Chapel
639 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 232-6733 | Map
Friday 6/4, 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Recitation of the Holy Rosary

Nazih Aniss Namouz, 60, beloved husband of Manal Namouz, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021. Born on November 7, 1960 in Shefa-amr, he was the son of the late Aniss and Mariam Hayek Namouz. He came to the United States in the ’80s and started the Pita House business with two of his brothers.Continue Reading

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Kevin Ward left a message on February 12, 2022:
I have eaten at The Pita House for many years since my youth, and I’m terribly saddened by the passing of Nazih. I will always remember how welcomed he made me and my family feel every time we dined there. Since moving out of state over 25 years ago, Nazih would ask me how things were going for me in Atlanta, and I will miss seeing and conversing with him. My condolences to this very kind and generous family for their loss.
Patricia Gearity left a message on September 23, 2021:
So sorry. He gave the upstate and WNC a beautiful gift of Pita House, a place which has welcomed everyone with gracious hospitality for decades. May his soul Rest In Peace.
Scot Reeves left a message on June 18, 2021:
I am so saddened to hear of Nazih's Passing! He had the best personality Allways made me feel welcome when I came into the restaurant. He truly will be missed!
Jennifer Tustin (Hampshire, England) left a message on June 12, 2021:
It is with great sadness that learned today of Nazih's passing. My heart breaks for all of you. Nazih was a truly amazing soul; kind, generous, gracious. With every visit to the restaurant, he made our family feel special. He doted I the children as if they were part of your own family. We have not lived in Greenville for 7 years, but we put the Pita House as a must visit whenever we "come home". Nazih and all of you will always have a special place in our hearts. Our prayers are with you all. Jennifer, Mark, Gabriel and Simone
Perdomo Family left a message on June 12, 2021:
Our deepest condolences to your precious family for the loss of your beloved brother and family member. Our community was so saddened upon hearing of the loss. Sending hugs and prayers for healing.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Rick Smith left a message on June 9, 2021:
So shocked and sorrowed by this dear man's passing. ???
Rita Michael Vinson left a message on June 8, 2021:
I found out on Saturday of the sad news of Nazih's passing. I would have attended the rosary if I would have known earlier. You all are such a wonderful, kind and loving family and your faith is so strong that you've comforted me with your caring words in times of loss. I feel blessed to have known Nazih and my heart goes out to the entire family. May he rest in peace and may you find comfort in all the times and memories that you've shared together. God bless...
Debora Faulkner left a message on June 7, 2021:
Please accept my sincere condolences in this tragic loss. I am truly shocked and saddened by this news. I will miss his wonderful smile and cheerful "hello" every time I visit the Pita House.
Stan & Tricia Reid left a message on June 7, 2021:
Please accept our sincerest condolences for all your family, especially as you all rearrange your lives and adapt and cope with each challenge in the coming days and weeks. Please know that you all are surrounded in love and prayer.
Adam and Beth Emerson left a message on June 6, 2021:
Our deepest sympathies to Manal, Wael, Reem and the whole Namouz family. Nazih was a kind and gentle man, and we will miss his smiling face at the Pita House. Sending love and prayers from all the Emersons.
Lisa Panhorst left a message on June 6, 2021:
Our sincere sympathy goes out to our dear Pita House family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of loss. Your family and restaurant have been a part of our lives for 30 plus years. No restaurant does middle eastern food quite like the Pita House. We know Nazih will be terribly missed by his family, friends, and Pita House customers. With great fondness, Scott, Lisa, Anna Louise Panhorst and Joanne Jones
Randa Linnell Mammarella left a message on June 6, 2021:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Nazih was always so friendly to me and always asked about my family. When my mom was still alive he always asked about her; she had spent a few years in Beirut, Lebanon in the early 1950's and enjoyed meeting Nazih and your whole family! When she died in 2010, Nazih expressed his condolences to me. He was a wonderful man and will surely be missed by many. May God be with all of you during this time of grief.
Jack Zouhair Gibara (Samia Abdou's Brother) left a message on June 6, 2021:
May his memory be eternal. God bless his soul and grant mercy to his family.
Lenore and Norman Emerson left a message on June 5, 2021:
We are sad for your loss. May wonderful memories help to soften your pain. Our hearts are with you.
Jim and Julia Ettari left a message on June 5, 2021:
Nazih was always a smiling face and a handshake for my wife and I each time we dined at The Pita House. We always felt like family when we walked in the door. I am so sorry that COVID kept us from seeing each other more in the past year. God bless the entire Namouz extended family.
Sandy Mehus left a message on June 5, 2021:
I just found out about this today. I am heart broken for you all. I can’t stop thinking about you all. I just wanted to say that I am praying you Manal, your kids and all the Pita house family that the Lord would be especially near to you all and show you His presence and love even through this hard time and road that lies ahead. Love you guys!
Bruce & Amy Collins left a message on June 5, 2021:
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family! We will forever remember this gentle, quiet man! Rest In Peace, Nazih!
Bruce & Amy Collins left a message on June 5, 2021:
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family! We will forever remember this gentle, quiet man! Rest In Peace, Nazih!
Bruce & Amy Collins left a message on June 5, 2021:
Great friend! He and his brothers welcomed me when my family and I moved to the neighborhood back in 1996! Will always remember his kindness towards us! May the good Lord keep and watch over his family and may you Rest In Peace! You and your family are forever in our thoughts and Pryers!
Maya Bitar and David Sahar left a message on June 5, 2021:
ليكن ذكره مؤبدا?
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Maya Bitar and David Sahar left a message on June 5, 2021:
May his soul Rest In Peace ?? السلام والرحمة لروحه والصبر والسلوان لمنال ووائل وريم وجميع الاهل والاصحاب تعازينا القلبية للجميع
Chitra Patel & Hasu (Ken/Kishore's Brother) left a message on June 5, 2021:
In memory of Nazih Aniss Namouz, Chitra Patel & Hasu (Ken/Kishore's Brother) lit a candle
Chitra Patel & Hasu (Ken/Kishore's Brother) left a message on June 5, 2021:
Dear Ziad and Zuhair, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I can close my eyes and see Nahiz bending over in Pita House Kitchen preparing food with love for us whenever we visited the restaurant. He was tall, smart, quiet harding working brother. We will miss him a lot. May the Lord give his soul love and peace. May He give his family and all of you the strength bear his passing. Chitra & Ken/Kishore's Brother Hasu
Massed and Fadia Namouz left a message on June 5, 2021:
In memory of Nazih Aniss Namouz, Massed and Fadia Namouz lit a candle
Jack and Cathy Frasher left a message on June 5, 2021:
We are so sorry for the entire Pita House family, and we will miss Nazih whenever we visit Pita House. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Jack & Cathy Frasher
Joe Harris left a message on June 4, 2021:
Early in my visits to the Pita House I had them write their names in Arabic. When I gave them honey I wrote their names on each jar. I was honored that Nazih could read my script! Today I told my neighbor, Mrs. Janet Sanders, of Nazih's "graduation." Her daughters grew up with Nazih's children. Janet kept saying she was heartbroken. My Marcia went ahead March 26; so I'll remind Manal that our grief will turn to joy.
Mumtaz left a message on June 4, 2021:
I'm so sorry for your loss. Me and my family praying for your family
Joe Harris left a message on June 4, 2021:
Early in my visits to the Pita House I had Nazih and the other brothers write their names in Arabic script. When I gave them honey I wrote their names on each jar. I was honored that Nazih recognized his name from my script! Today I told my neighbor, Mrs. Janet Sanders, of Nazih's "graduation;" her daughters grew up with Nazih's children. Janet kept saying, "I'm heartbroken." To Manal--our grief will turn to joy.
Mona Sawiris left a message on June 4, 2021:
My deepest condolences. May his soul RIP and may God give you strength through this difficult time of sorrow.
Sami alali left a message on June 4, 2021:
So sorry for your lost.... Nazeh,you will be truly missed... No words can be said.... Rest in peace my friend And all the condolences to the rest of the family
Melita and Biff Graham left a message on June 4, 2021:
We are so saddened to hear of your loss. We will miss seeing him. Praying for your family.
Hanan & Nizar left a message on June 4, 2021:
We are so sad and sorry for your and our loss to a very dear and reall friend. Our warm condolences to all the family, to best freind Manal and sons Wael and Reem. Wishing you all strength and patience. May his soul be in a better place and rest in peace without any pain. We will miss you Nazeih❤
Hanan and Anan left a message on June 4, 2021:
We are heartbroken for the loss of our beloved uncle Nazih. A big loss of a wonderful man. He will always be remembered in our hearts. Our sincere condolences to the whole family.
Nina Wilber left a message on June 4, 2021:
He had a heart of Gold. Will be missed greatly. Love you all.❤️❤️????
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Mike&evett ledford left a message on June 4, 2021:
7abibti manal alah yer7amo 3az 3alena ktir yekaliki fo2 ras wladek . man khalaf ma mat .
Abeer Haj left a message on June 4, 2021:
Since we met Nazih, and before he became our brother-in-Law ( my sister’s husband ), we have met a pleasant and humble, supportive and sociable person... It’s really hard to believe that he’s gone! Nazih: You are always loved and never forgotten. May your soul rest in peace.
Samoel Namuz left a message on June 4, 2021:
Dear my family abroad I send you my deepest prayers. May his soul rest in peace. We miss you so much. Hope to see you all very soon. Stay safe. Love, samoel and Evelyn
Dr.& Mrs. Magdy Habib left a message on June 4, 2021:
Words can’t describe our shock and sadness. Our love to the family and our deepest condolences??
Sammir Shwahna left a message on June 4, 2021:
ان لله وان اليه راجعون الله يصبركم على فراقه الله يرحمه ويحسن اليه Rest In Peace my friend you will b missed
Dennis and Kim Weathers left a message on June 4, 2021:
We are deeply saddened by the loss of this wonderful man , from such a great family. These brothers worked together like a well oiled machine. The love they shared for each other was matched only for the love they had for this community. Rest well dear friend, we will see you on the other side❤️
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dr. And Mrs. John Davis. John and Joanna left a message on June 4, 2021:
May your memory be eternal. You will be missed. Condolences to your entire family.
Raymond and Rima Lake Jr. left a message on June 4, 2021:
Our condolences to the Namouz Family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May Nazih reside in his Eternal Place in Heaven at Peace.
Dr&Mrs Carl E. Anderson left a message on June 4, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Carl & Maryanne
Rana and Ghassan Alkoutami left a message on June 4, 2021:
We send our deepest condolences and love to the Namouz family.
Rana and Ghassan Alkoutami left a message on June 4, 2021:
We are so honored to have known Nazih. Even within the few times we were with him, we could tell that he had a beautiful soul that wanted to make others happy. Nazih was passionate, generous, lovable, and strong. We will never forget Nazih— especially his dedication to serving others. Best of luck to his amazing family. They will continue Nazih’s message so he will live through them forever. We send our love and condolences to all his family members and friends. Best, Rana and Ghassan Alkoutami
Queenie Scott left a message on June 4, 2021:
Sorry for your loss. We are praying for you all. Queenie and Family
Nan left a message on June 4, 2021:
My prayers are with your family at this time. What a wonderful legacy he has left.
Kristen Grissom left a message on June 4, 2021:
My sincerest condolences to the Namouz family in this difficult time. He will be missed.
Hani & Soha Samra left a message on June 4, 2021:
We are very saddened to hear of the passing of Nazih (Abu Wael) a very loving and wonderful friend. Our condolences to his wife and children. He will be missed.
Sharon and Charlie Howard left a message on June 4, 2021:
Nazih was a wonderful and sweet man; we will miss him. May God comfort the Namouz family and may they know they are loved and admired for their kindness and generosity. May his memory be eternal
Kim El-Sadek & Emily McIntosh left a message on June 4, 2021:
We are deeply saddened for the loss of such a good and kind man. We're holding all of you in our hearts. May his memory be a blessing.
Jeff Howard left a message on June 4, 2021:
My God bless you and your family to give you the strength you need. You all are in prayer! Jeff
Efaf awwadieh left a message on June 4, 2021:
In memory of Nazih Aniss Namouz, Efaf awwadieh lit a candle
Linda & Art Stone left a message on June 4, 2021:
We have fond memories of a truly special man. He will be missed. Our prayers are with the family. Linda & Art Stone
Samia Abdou left a message on June 4, 2021:
With Deepest sympathy I am Sharing in your sadness and So sorry for your loss.Your beloved Nazih you are in my thoughts and prayers.
David Howard left a message on June 4, 2021:
I will continue to pray for Namouz Famiy especially for Nazih and Manal & children. My deepest sorrow for you loss. My heart aches for his passing. Mary, my mom sends her prayers and Love also!! David
Danny & Nan Howard left a message on June 4, 2021:
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Nazih leaves many happy memories in our hearts. He always greeted you with kindness and love. What an outstanding individual! We will miss his presence, but his memory will be eternal. Our love and prayers are with the Namouz family during this difficult time.
Samia Abdou left a message on June 4, 2021:
With deepest sympathy I am sharing in your sadness and so sorry for your loss, your beloved Nazih.
Shirin & Amir Haddad left a message on June 4, 2021:
Our condolences to Wael & Reem &Manal. Big hug to Zuhair & Ziad, and the family. Losing our beloved, humble, generous, funny, loving uncle Nazih is unbelievable. May his soul rest in peace.
Shirin & Amir Haddad left a message on June 4, 2021:
Our condolences to Wael & Reem &Manal. Big hug to Zuhair & Ziad, and the family. Losing our beloved, humble, generous, funny, loving uncle Nazih is unbelievable. May his soul rest in peace.
Zoe Kharpertian left a message on June 4, 2021:
I am so heartbroken to hear this. We spoke to Nazih just last Thursday as he was putting our order together. He was a wonderful gentleman, and it was our great pleasure to know him. I know his spirit will live on with his beloved family and in the hearts of all who work and visit the Pita House. May God bless him and the entire family. I am so sorry.
Michael Shain left a message on June 4, 2021:
To the entire Namouz Family, I am so sorry to learn that Nazih passed away. I know that he will be missed so much by his family and friends. I am so glad that I had the pleasure of knowing him. May his memory be a blessing to all of you. God bless. Michael Shain on behalf of the Shain family
Ted Kharpertian left a message on June 4, 2021:
To the family: Please accept my sincere condolences on Nazih's passing. My wife and I spoke with him at the Pita House just a couple of days before his surgery. He was his usual cheerful self, a sweet and gentle man. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Richard & Afaf Sleiman left a message on June 4, 2021:
Dear Manal & Family, We are deeply saddened and sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved husband. No words ever spoken, can express the sorrow for the sudden loss of a loved one. May his soul Rest in Peace, where there is no pain, no grief and no sighing but life everlasting. May his memory be eternal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and with your family during this difficult time. Richard & Afaf Sleiman
Baseem Namouz left a message on June 4, 2021:
Will always rest in our memories. Rip uncle
Fadia namouz left a message on June 4, 2021:
الله يرحمك ويحغظ عيلتك
Regina Armaly left a message on June 4, 2021:
Always smiling and generous, that is how I remember Nazih.
Nardeen namouz left a message on June 4, 2021:
Rest in peace my lovely uncle
Farid nammouz left a message on June 4, 2021:
. الله يرحمه نزيه الاخ لغالي والعزيز علينا، استعجلت الرحيل خيا. ستبقى ذكراك معنا للابد ❤❤تعازينا الحارة من دار فريد نموز
Sfeir Family-Marcel, Marsha, Adonis, & Ashley left a message on June 4, 2021:
We pray for peace and comfort for you and your loved ones at this difficult time and offer our condolences to you all. His gentle soul will always be in our hearts.
Sawsan Bitar left a message on June 4, 2021:
Our deepest condolences to the Namouz family. May his memory be eternal!
Mechelle and Scott Blackwell left a message on June 3, 2021:
We cherish our memories of Nazih and will miss his smile and kind heart.
Mazen and Wafa Abushanab left a message on June 3, 2021:
May Allah have mercy upon our brother , give the family the strength and faith
Nina left a message on June 3, 2021:
Love you all and praying for you as you go through this difficult time .
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Nina Wilber left a message on June 3, 2021:
Love you all and praying for you as you go through this difficult time .
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Peter J Ashy and Family left a message on June 3, 2021:
We light this candle in memory of Nazih Namouz
Peter J Ashy and Family left a message on June 3, 2021:
We all send our condolences to the entire Namouz family. May God bring you comfort and peace.
Heather Sijon left a message on June 3, 2021:
Our prayers are with you all, during this difficult time. He was such a nice man. The Sijon Family
Milad Gergis left a message on June 3, 2021:
I was stunned with this news, will miss him so much.
Wadia Mishaiel left a message on June 3, 2021:
We all so sad and sorry for the loss of an amazing person so special to all of us , RIP رحمك الله يا نزيه وأسكنك الجنة
Sheila & David Kershaw left a message on June 3, 2021:
Our prayers are with all of you ! We loved Nazih , he was the best friend anyone could have . We are sorry for your loss , Nazih made the best falafel ? ?! He will be missed dearly . Praying for all family . Love David & Sheila Kershaw
Adrienne Francis left a message on June 3, 2021:
There is nothing closer than a family who works together and my heart is breaking for all of you over the loss of Nazih. Your family touches so many people who care about you and are praying for you. Nazih was a sweet, kind man who will be missed by the whole community. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Ghassan, Lorene, Caroline Al-Khalil left a message on June 3, 2021:
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family ,God bless his soul??
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Ghassan, Lorene, Caroline Al-Khalil left a message on June 3, 2021:
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family ,God bless his soul??
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Marie & Gamil Iskandar left a message on June 3, 2021:
Our sincerest condolences and deepest sympathy to the whole Namouz family for the departure of our brother Nazih. May the Lord repose his soul in paradise and grant comfort to the family. We will always miss Nazih.
Marie & Gamil Iskandar left a message on June 3, 2021:
Our sincerest condolences and deepest sympathy to the whole Namouz family for the departure of our brother Nazih. May the Lord repose his soul in paradise and grant comfort to the family. We will always miss Nazih.
Amy Anderson left a message on June 3, 2021:
Deepest condolences from our family to yours. May his memory be a blessing to you all.
Lanny Jennings left a message on June 3, 2021:
My sincere condolences to the entire Namouz Family.
Pablo Guerra left a message on June 3, 2021:
My condolences to the family. Heaven has a new angel watching over them.
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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