Prayers for Shamsa Khawaja

Rabia Bossan, younger sister of Late Ms. Shamsa Khawaja , praying for her sister.

'When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure'.

Shamsa Khawaja, a lady who was considered, an epitome of love, care and affection, passed away on March, the 2nd, 2013. She was 53 years old.

Although, she had many distinguished references to relate to, but the lady, had her many characteristics and introduction as an inspiring personality . She served as lecturer in Islamic studies at Government Girls College for women, Multan for 13 years. And accepted no salary for this service. She was a cherished member of the 'ladies club', always ready and willing to contribute.

How, her companions and friends, could forget her beautiful personality. So, on 11th of this month, the party for the month of March, at 'ladies club'. was dedicated to her. The event was organized by Mrs. Sahibzada Farooq and her group members.

The program started with 'Quran Khwani', followed by an 'address' of a Mualima.
A large gathering of members of the ladies club, along with her loving sisters, Farah Ilyas, Ayesha Abdullah and Rabia Bossan. And her sisters in-law, Asifa and Fozia, attended the occassion to share their memories about Shamsa and her benevolent personality.

Her closest friends, Madam Razia Beg and Madam Shagufta Khaksaar, made really moving, emotional speeches, lamenting over her untimely demise, highlighting various features of her personality. Her bereaved sisters were, all in tears and unable to speak about this unbearable loss.

At the end, a prayer was conducted for the departed soul. Shamsa was the daughter of renowned businessman Khawaja Bashir. Sister of Khawaja Mehmood-u-Rehman and Khawaja Mehmood-u-Rehman, well known names from the business community of Multan.

Allah bless her soul and provide comfort to the bereaved family. Rest in peace Shamsa Khawaja, you will never be forgotten.

Asifa Khwaja (sister in law of Shamsa) with Dr. Amna Awan and Rabia Bossan.

The saddest souls of all,
Razia Beg (best friend) and Farrah Ilyas (elder sister of shamsa Khwaja)

The elegant, Mrs. Faakhra Atiq Bokhari

Tahira Najam (at Right) with other members of the club.

One of Shamsa's best friends,
Madam Shagufta Khaksar with her mother.

Mrs. Khawar.

Mrs. Bokhari, Rabia and Mrs. Najma Khand.

Mrs. Qalab Abbas Naqvi with another member.

Friends in sorrow.

Graces of yester years, remembering a departed friend.

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