Obituary: Mohamed Iqbal   Iqbal passed away in hospital somewhere between the hours of 1am and 2am on Thurs 14 Dec 2023. His daughter had been asleep in a chair at his bedside. Iqbal had only been admitted to hospital 9 hrs earlier and had strength to walk for ambulance staff and was with full mind.   As Iqbal lay in state his face shone not just with peace but with full joy as he had an amazing warming smile by all who were fortunate to see him. On Saturday 16th his daughter Zan and son Zak held a private farewell for him in line with his wishes. Due to the incredible out pouring of love there were prayer gatherings around the world and two special mosque prayer sessions in Sri Lanka that also happened.  On Sunday five families organised a prayer gathering at his home. There is also an organised 40 ...

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OBITUARY – MOHAMED IQBAL in New Zealand Formerly Sri Lanka’s First Honorary Consul & Tea Commissioner to New Zealand Australia and Fiji for 42 years I was informed a short while ago, that Mohamed Iqbal, passed away, early this morning New Zealand time. His health had been deteriorating the past few months. His wife, Jean predeceased him earlier this year. He will be missed very much, as he was a dear friend of over 50 years. IQBAL, Mohamed, (05.09.1935 – 14.12.2023),  husband of the late Jean Irene, father of Zan and Zak,father-in-law of Clara. Grandfather of Zara and Aiden, In New Zealand.. Victor Thursday, 14 December 2023, 4:33 PM, AEDT ...

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