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Lila Jarrouj
06/30/2025

Lila Alexander Jarrouj passed peacefully surrounded by family on June 30th at her home.

Born on April 8, 1944 in Port of Spain, Trinidad West Indies to Elias Alexander and Fadwa Azar Alexander, she was Wife to the late Ayoub Jarrouj, mother of two and sister to eight siblings. Lila immigrated to the United States where she fell for the love of her life, Ayoub. Ever by his side in his adventurous journeys through thick and thin, Lila traveled the world, often hosted by world leaders in a story that would rival Oscar winning screenplays.

She worked tirelessly for those in need, often at her own expense. Lila and Ayoub began what is now the food bank at the Syrian Charity Association with only an old minivan, their own finances, and the support of local businesses and family.

Lila leaves behind her ever faithful daughter Lisa Vercusky, loving son Michael (Kim) Jarrouj, grandchildren Kadin, Tarek, Azim and Zara Jarrouj, and many nieces, nephews, and loving siblings.

Services: viewing on Tuesday, July 8th starting at 9:00 a.m. at St. George Orthodox Church, 1011 Catasauqua Ave., Allentown. Funeral service starts at 11:00 with burial following at Grandview Cemetery, Allentown.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. George Orthodox Church. Arrangements by Nicos C. Elias Funeral Home, Allentown.