A local woman who was a fixture at one of Fall River’s most popular eateries has died.
Of Dartmouth, and previously New Bedford, 78-year-old Amal Assaf passed away on Thursday.
According to an obituary, once immigrating from Lebanon, Assaf worked at Sam’s Bakery where she was known for her work ethic.
“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.”
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.
