Rana Saba, 57, of Wheatfield, NY, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Haifa, Palestine, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Elias and Camelia (Hawa) Saba.
Rana immigrated to the United States in 1977 and was a graduate of LaSalle Senior High School in Niagara Falls. She went on to earn her degree from the University at Buffalo School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and served her community as a pharmacist for many years.
A devoted and longtime member of St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, as well as the Order of St. Ignatius of Antioch, Rana lived her faith deeply. She was known for her vibrant spirit, boundless energy, and warm, social nature. Strong-willed and determined, she approached life with resilience and a steady sense of purpose, guided by her values and a heartfelt connection to her heritage.
Rana found joy in traveling and connecting with others. She cherished time with family and friends, and was a source of encouragement and strength to those around her. Above all, Rana lived for her three beloved sons, Joseph, Alex (Lynn), and Nicholas. Her role as a mother was her greatest pride and joy, and her legacy will continue to live on through them.
In addition to her three sons, Rana is survived by her two siblings, Mona (Wael “George”) Bawab and Simon (Elsie) Saba, as well as many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be Saturday, August 16 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, 1073 Saunders Settlement Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will be held Monday, August 18 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Riverdale Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Memorial offerings may be made to the International Orthodox Christian Charities at iocc.org. Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel.
SERVICES
Visitation
Saturday, August 16, 2025
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church
1073 Saunders Settlement Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14305
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Funeral Service
Monday, August 18, 2025
10:00 AM
St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church
1073 Saunders Settlement Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14305
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