The Metro Detroit community is mourning the loss of Omar Riadh Karana, who passed away on June 4, 2026, at just 29 years old.
Born on January 23, 1997, Omar leaves behind a young family, grieving parents, and a large and loving circle of siblings and relatives who are now coming together to honor his memory across several days of services in the Shelby Township and Warren areas.
Omar was the beloved son of Riadh and Batool Karana, and the loving husband of Mervana Karana. He was also the cherished father of two children, Blake and Gabriel Karana, who will grow up carrying the memory of a father taken far too soon.
His siblings remember him as a dear brother: Yousif and Shannon Karana, Reem and the late Arkan Karana, Yvonne and Sarmad Shayota, Reva and Fadi Seman, Rhonda and Amanoel Allos, Lourd and Sarhad Najor, Zena and Yousif Seman, and Silvia and Paul Jaboro.
Services Span Three Days Across Metro Detroit
The family has arranged a full schedule of funeral services beginning Friday, June 5, 2026. The first acceptance of condolences will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Shelby Banquet Center, located at 50265 Van Dyke Ave in Shelby Township.
On Saturday, June 6, a Requiem Mass will be celebrated from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at St. George Chaldean Catholic Church, 45700 Dequindre Road in Shelby Township, with Father Manuel Boji officiating.
The mass reflects the deep Chaldean Catholic faith that shaped Omar’s life and the values his family holds close. Following the mass, a committal service will take place at Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery, 25800 West 10 Mile Road in Southfield, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Later on Saturday, the family invites friends and loved ones to a memorial luncheon from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Bellagio Banquet Hall, located at 4100 East 14 Mile Road in Warren.
Acceptance of condolences at the same venue will continue from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., giving the wider community ample opportunity to come together and offer support to the Karana family during this incredibly difficult time.
A final acceptance of condolences will be held on Sunday, June 7, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., again at the Shelby Banquet Center on Van Dyke Avenue.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Southfield Funeral Home and Cremation Services, located at 18338 West 12 Mile Road in Southfield.
The family closed his obituary with the Lord’s Prayer, a testament to the faith that guides them through grief and toward hope.
“With faith in the promise of eternal life, we celebrate the life of Omar Karana,” the obituary reads, a phrase that speaks to both the sorrow of sudden loss and the spiritual foundation that sustains those he leaves behind.
Omar Karana was 29 years old. He is survived by his wife, two young sons, his parents, and a devoted family that will carry his memory forward. The community is encouraged to attend services and offer condolences to the family in the days ahead.
