A young bright star shines no more

Mohamed Marzook Mohamed Mifras

By T.M.N. Aniff

A charming little flower about to blossom has been nipped in the bud. That is the sad fate that befell Mifras Marzook, only son of Fareena and Marzook, Chairman/Managing Director, Middle East Group of Companies. Mifras left us forever, victim of a deadly viral infection at the tender age of 14 years.

The belief that the good die young is quite apt in the case of our beloved Mifras.

His parents left no stone unturned in their frantic efforts to seek the best medical treatment. But sadly all their efforts proved futile. As fate would have it Mifras succumbed to the will of the Almighty Allah at the Apollo Hospital, India whilst receiving medical treatment.

The chubby and cherubic Mifras, ever sporting a pleasant smile, was full of zest and so lively that the heartrending news of his untimely demise came as a rude shock to all of us.

Born and bred in Kattankudy, Batticaloa, Mifras received his early education at a leading school in his village, where he excelled in his studies. Subsequently, the family moved to Layards Broadway, Colombo and Mifras was admitted to Royal Institute, Colombo. Here too he showed his prowess and skills in his studies. He was a keen football player and an ardent cricket fan.

Mifras was always up to schoolboy pranks whilst in the company of his friends.

He was a maestro on the computer and fully conversant with all its intricacies. Be it up-grading or replacement of software, he was on the spot.

Mifras was laid to his eternal rest at the Meera Jumma Masjid, Kattankudy in the midst of a large gathering of mourners, relatives and friends.

He is survived by his ever sorrowing parents, Fareena and Marzook and his elder sister, Mifhara.

Mifras is no more. But his loving remembrances and fond memories will linger long in our hearts.
Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Illaihi Rajyoon.