To the many who sent in comments here, and e-mails and sms’s bearing kind words of condolence and comfort, thank you.
To the anak-anak Bangsa Malaysia who made time to attend my late mother’s wake and funeral service, my family and I are grateful for your presence.
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This was one of Mum’s all time favourites.
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Mum was admitted into hospital on Wednesday.
Diagnosed as suffering heart failure, a heart infection and an infection of the lungs.
Thursday evening, doctors placed her on a respirator.
Friday evening, doctors advised that family members may wish to be present.
We camped in the ICU visitors lounge that night.
Saturday morning, round about 9.40am, my sister urgently called me into Mum’s ICU cubicle.
As I entered, both my sisters were feverishly praying.
I watched Mum.
She was slipping away.
I closed my eyes.
She took my hand.
Without a word, hand in hand, we walked out into a seemingly endless open field, bright and sunny, and raining.
We seemed to walk forever.
And Mum was filled with joy.
Almost child-like, wondrously looking around as if seeing everything for the first time.
Then, suddenly, we had reached the end.
“Go in peace, Ma”, I said softly.
“God always be with you, son”, she said.
The doctor walked in and felt for life.
“She’s gone”.
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“…and nearest among them in love to the believers wilt thou find those who say, “We are Christians”: because amongst these are men devoted to learning and men who have renounced the world, and they are not arrogant” – Surah 5 verse 82 of the Holy Qur’an.
Mum was born Christian, lived a Christian and died a Christian.
Sure, she partook of all all the Muslim festivities that were celebrated at home as we grew up.
That’s because she loved my father.
And not once did she ever try to draw me into her faith.
Probably, because she believed in her heart that God availed Himself to all.
Did not matter what you wore on your sleeve. What was in the heart and how what was in the heart manifested itself was what mattered.
Suspect I got that from Mum.
And from all that I’ve come to know of the Christian faith, trying as I have to discern the Gospel of Jesus from the Bible, I know that Jesus would be well-pleased with Mum.
My brothers, my sisters, and I, together with relatives and friends, laid Mum to rest as we believed she would have wanted.
As she was in life, a Christian, modestly, and with love in abundance.
The People's Parliament 
Jed Yoong
March 8, 2009
My deepest most heartfelt condolences, Haris.
frankie
March 8, 2009
My condolence brother Haris, she brought you up a good man.
nspirasi
March 8, 2009
our heartfelt condolences haris…to you and the family…
i was unaware of your mums religious faith..assuming that u belonged to a traditional malay/muslim family…
now it is clear…from your very accepting and open views…i can see now..the positive influence of your mother…
she is in that happy place..the open fields of sun and sky…
she is with God…and God always be with you haris…
Sivin Kit
March 8, 2009
Thanks Haris for sharing this deeply personal post.I agree Jesus is well-please with your Mum.
Singam
March 8, 2009
The greatest gift from God is to be able to leave this world well loved and with dignity.
Your mum has surely found peace.
zorro
March 8, 2009
Angelina Williams wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. She and your dad would look after you 6 much more than they did on earth so you behave ok?
Your mother would must have joined us during the National Union of Teachers strike in 1967 because her cousin Mrs Bhupalan, courageously did, even as a headmistress. I promised her at her casket that I would continue our Sunday vigil. I will do it with A N Other….just the two of us as that will not constitute an illegal gathering. So I asked her to be with us, as the invisible FORCE. I know she will be with me and A N Other.
Barbara J
March 8, 2009
Oh dear Haris … my deepest sympathy …
Paul Warren
March 8, 2009
What love!
Victor
March 8, 2009
My condolences to you my brother..your Ma is now in the arms and care of the Lord.. God Bless.
Pat
March 8, 2009
Be rest assured that her life was not in vain, Haris, for you are what she’s left behind – a shining example that god is about love.
May her soul rest in peace.
Pat
Pratamad
March 8, 2009
My deepest and heartfelt condolences, bro. She will always be with you. Take care.
Fair
March 8, 2009
Dear Haris,
My deepest condolence to you and your family
.
I felt so sad when I heard the news from Zorro’s blog last Saturday, may she rest in peace.
LChuah
March 8, 2009
I read about her passing earlier but refrained from talking about it in order to give you time to grieve. What a great mom, and what a wonderful son she had in you. I’m glad my judgement of character was correct the moment we shook hands at the Amcorp Mall vigil – not a difficult process, really, when it involves recognizing someone with Godly upbringing.
God bless.
Terrie
March 8, 2009
Dear bro Haris,
My deepest and heartfelt condolences. She is now safely in the arms of the Lord and I believe she will always be with you, smiling knowing she did well with you and your siblings.
As nspirasi put it, I too can now see the positive influence of your mum in you and I can say she must be very proud of you as we all are.
Take good care and God bless.
shar101
March 8, 2009
*HugZ!*
K W Waran
March 8, 2009
Dear Bro’ Haris,
The whole of last week must have been the most painful for you and family. I know how much you all loved her, especially you. I also know that you always visit her after every vigil and I always considered that to be a very noble act right after performing another admirable noble act with us vigilers. May God Bless Her Soul and Give You and Family the Strength to come to terms with your overwhelming grief. Take care, Bro.
ylcw
March 8, 2009
Dear Haris, my sincere condolences. Your mother has finished the good race, and she is now in the arms of the Lord.
Thinesh
March 8, 2009
My sincere condolences, Haris. I have no doubt too that your mother would have been proud of all your achievements, not least the struggle for civil rights which you exemplify. Bless her soul
Bee Nah
March 8, 2009
Surely she rests in the arms of Jesus. Shes gave you all a wonderful legacy. Carry on the work for your country, Malaysia needs you. Your Mom, she will always watch over you.
God Bless you and during this difficult time may His peace that passes all understanding be with you and the family.
carmanio
March 8, 2009
hey big fella
mom wants you to be strong. she lives on in you.
she ain’t heavy, she’s your mother…
carmanio.
Cornie
March 8, 2009
Peace at last…
A Toong
March 8, 2009
Bro Haris,
My heartfelt condolences to you and family.
Bless your mum for bringing up such a fine son in you!
May she continue her good work up there !
Malaysian Unplug
March 8, 2009
Dear Haris
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for the passing of your mum.
In life as in death, she was and will be very proud of a wonderful son in you she had brought up.
Our prayers are with you in this time of your grief.
Malaysian Unplugged Uncensored Team
resident.wangsamaju
March 8, 2009
Condolences, Harris. Take care.
martha
March 8, 2009
Now I know where your abundant love, kindness and compassion derives from Encik Haris.
My deepest condolence to you and your family.
God Bless.
tkterimakasih
March 8, 2009
when my MAMA left,
my world tumbled; i was devastated.
I am truely sorry,HARIS ;be strong.
my deepest,heartfelt condolences to HARIS n family.
It is good of your family to respect your mom’s religion n she yours,
See,
you can all live with different religions in ONE family,
why can’t we Malaysians with different religions live in ONE big HARMONIOUS country ?
SURELY,ANAK-ANAK BANGSA MALAYSIA Boleh !!!
My MAMA gave her children the FREEDOM to religion.
so,i am sort a Taoist at times,a Budhist at others.
but most of the time i am a free thinker who enjoys all the festivities such as GongXi-Deepa-Raya n Christmas.
i always feel a bit lost when made to fill “religion” in forms
i am not an atheist,i believe in GOD n i respect all forms of religion
JUST that,if i don’t fill in that space,in Malaysia some crazy ppl might decide that i must b of certain religion n claim whatever “on my behalf”!
Anyway,may God bless your mom’s soul.
Best wishes to HARIS n family !
Richard Loh
March 8, 2009
My deepest and heartfelt condolences Haris.
See you when I see you.
Joe Average
March 8, 2009
My condolences Haris.
As the good book said, she has fought the good fight, ran the good race and is is now resting in the presence of her Heavenly Father.
And she surely is proud that she has a wonderful son in you. A true son of Malaysia.
My prayers are with you and the family at this sad time.
Sam & San Jiun
March 8, 2009
Dear Haris
Please accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences. May her soul rest in peace.
yh
March 8, 2009
haris,
well said.
my heartfelt thanks to her for bringing you up as any parents should. to love and to be loved and nothing ever beats that.
“faith, charity and love” but the greatest is love. coz without love, charity and faith are meaningless.
God bless your mum and your family, always.
wandererAUS
March 8, 2009
Dear Haris;
My dad passed away in a similiar fashion, I understand your grief and at that sad moment, you felt so alone.
My deepest condolences to you and all in the family.
Joenathan
March 8, 2009
My heartfelt and deepest condolences to you and your family on the recent demise of your beloved mum,Haris.May her soul rest in peace.May god bless.
caravanserai
March 8, 2009
In death we go
To our Lord of many names
He waits for His children
Knowing they have learned
The many experiences they will enrich
Walking home to His Kingdom
Death is just part of the design
Feel the process; the preparation for the next
Where living will be tested on the divine laws
Before we are sent to hell and heavens
We all die
This is absolute fact
For wages of sin is death
We can’t escape it
In this world
We learn to look at paradise
Living it breathing it too
The wrong ways the evil ways
In this world we will learn plenty
It is the small part playing
Each living soul gives away
Enriching a soul accomplishing plenty
For it is all these small parts gel together
For the easy flow into the phrase of life
Allah’s Home we wish to stay…………
Saudara Haris
Word fail me to say
Only my condolences
To you and your family members
Pegasus
March 8, 2009
Dear Bro.Haris,
My deepest condolence to you and your family circles.It must be really a difficult period losing her,but she has gone in peace knowing she has left behind a warrior who will fight for the rights of the citizens of this nation and knowing that she has brought up her children well.Now we know why you are so special and unique in your thoughts & deeds!!. May God Bless her soul. Be Tough & Take Care Bro.!!
MC
March 8, 2009
My deepest heartflet condolences.
I am sure Jesus would be proud of such a fine woman who brought forth and loved such a fine son such as you.
Weeping with a mixture of pride, sorrow and joy with you and your family.
laylowmoe
March 8, 2009
If someone I loved died the way your mum did – peacefully, surrounded by the people she loved – I would not grieve, but instead be thankful.
My condolences and sympathies, Haris.
Alice
March 8, 2009
Take care Haris. Your mum would have left in peace and contentment knowing that she brought you up to be a man of great courage and integrity.
Silver Surferr
March 8, 2009
My condolences. She is, I am sure, proud to have you as a son. And you were here for her, right at the end. God bless.
Remember also, death is a release to a better place; Not worse. She has gone home while we are still stuck here in hell-hole third dimension called Earth.
casper
March 8, 2009
Mere words won’t make up for the loss to you and family Haris, and for that I won’t try. That said, I and many hold you in our thoughts in this not so easy moment. Walk tall Haris in your mum’s memory, you have done her proud.
selvarajasomiah
March 8, 2009
My heartfelt and deepest condolences to you and your family. May your Mum’s soul rest in peace! God Bless!
Bro Harris, now I know why you are different. Take care!
Chia chin yau
March 8, 2009
Haris,
Deepest condolence.
She brought us an example of Anak Bangsa Malaysia, because of your determination, and the others who are willing to sacrify for the better of our homeland waking us up to take on and join the force.
May God be with her.
Antares
March 8, 2009
Sweet and poignant. Haris, it’s beautiful to know you & your beloved mama were holding hands as she passed through the veil. A thousand hugs & blessings upon your lineage.
Jini
March 8, 2009
Safe in the arms of Jesus…that’s where she is , Haris.
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family
yapsir
March 8, 2009
PEACE be with you and the all the family members,be of assurance that she is now resting in her Creator God(In what ever name we may address Him).
Legacy as she leave behind for your family to cherish and to remember the goodness,grace of God.
And strength to those living,to go on living in love ,hope and faithfulness.
May the Almighty’be with you in your coming in and going out.
yapsir.
mei1
March 8, 2009
on 8 March last year, I was still able to talk to my late father, but it’s all in memory now. All I can say is that it’s part of live to let go the beloved one, stay strong, Haris!
soonkv
March 8, 2009
Dear Haris, My deepest condolences. May God bless her soul with peace
malaysiasms
March 8, 2009
Dear Haris,
Our condolences to you.
Tears welled up in our eyes. Your touching anecdote of the passing away of your mother also affects us since each and every human being is joined in essence to the one and same God .
Your loss is also our loss. We are all united in the same spirit.
http://malaysiasms.wordpress.com/
Yvonne Young
March 8, 2009
Dear Haris,
My deepest condolences to your family.
“Never again will they hunger;
never again will they thirst.
The sun will not beat upon them,
nor any scorching heat.
For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their Shepherd;
He will lead them to springs of living water.
And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.”
Revelation 7:16-17
gregwar
March 8, 2009
Dear Bro Harris,
A prayer for you to use in these difficult times:
Lord, make me an intrument of your peace.
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is discord, union;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness,light;
Where there is saddness, joy;
For your mercy and your truth’s sake.
Prayer of St Francis
Kenny
March 8, 2009
You had been in my thoughts for the past week, Haris.
Seldom do I feel such sadness upon the passing of someone I’m not acquainted with. Perhaps the priviledge of knowing you gave me the feeling that
a very good woman has passed on.
My deepest heartfelt condolences, bro.
Take good care.
shar
March 8, 2009
dear haris,
I rarely visit or comment on blogs. But it happened to be today, that I had the chance to read a touching event of your live, and the way you recorded it till the end.
May She rest in peace. My deepest condolences to you all.
Thanks for sharing.
Shar,
NZ.
Maverick SM
March 8, 2009
My deepest condolence, Haris.
I am sorry to be late to sent this message.
KYLim
March 8, 2009
Dear Haris,
My deepest condolences to your family.
Your mum must be damn proud of you.
Take good care of yourself.
rajan
March 8, 2009
Harris !
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the passing of your dear mom.
You did well – She knows it and went for that long journey happily.
May “ALL THE GODS BLESS HER SOUL”
The ceylonese community is proud of her.
GOD BLESS BRO
rasupal
March 8, 2009
Like I said, your mum had everything to be happy and I’m sure her soul will find peace; 1). for being wonderful being herself and 2).for raising a son who has so much love and care for mankind.
p.s.nathan
March 8, 2009
Harris, Please accept my heartfelt Condolence on the demise of your Mother.
nathan.
PJ Utara.
StevenO
March 8, 2009
Thanks to a Great Mother who gave us an Unselfish Anak Malaysia. Thanks to you Haris, and peace be with your mum.
A Fellowman
March 8, 2009
My heartfelt condolence, Haris.
Her work on earth is done. May we all have the faith and courage to do our best for our fellow travellers irrespective of our beliefs.
Take care.
moreincome
March 8, 2009
My sincere condolences. I pray that you be given strength in this hour of need.
Best regards
k c low
March 8, 2009
The important thing is she went in peace. My deepest condolence to you and your family. God bless you.
A concerned citizen
March 8, 2009
My deepest condolence to you and your family.You must know in your heart your beloved mother is positively proud of you and what you stand for. May she rest in peace and God bless your family .
victor chin
March 8, 2009
Like all mothers, they will leave us one day. But though they may be gone we also know that their spirit has not. They are with us in another form and we are a part of that. You have, like all sons, inherited a part of our mother’s life. Our mothers has taken a new life through us and our work and our family. In some magical way mothers and sons become one? Keep well Haris.
splim
March 9, 2009
Through many dangers toils and snares
I have already come
Tis grace that brought me safe thus far
And grace will lead me home
Haris,
Grace, God’s grace has led your Mom home.
SK
March 9, 2009
Bro, sorry to hear about your mum.
Take care bro.
Ravi Chitty
March 9, 2009
As much as it is a time for grieving, I believe it must also be a time of rejoicing for she has gone to be with her Lord, safe in the arms of Jesus.
May you continue to shine forth her radiance through your life and commitment.
Cynthia
March 9, 2009
Sorry for this late comment. My condolences to you and your family dear brother.
God bless you with strength and courage. My prayers are with you.
wisan
March 9, 2009
Hi Haris,
May God give her eternal rest and may her soul rest in peace! Please accept our deepest condolences. I am sure she is mighty proud of you.
The Yews
storm
March 9, 2009
Dear Haris,
So sorry, yo must miss her so much.She must be very very proud to have you as a son.God bless, be strong , keep the faith…
LAT, Ipoh.
March 9, 2009
Haris,
Your ma is walking along the river of life in the paradize together with the Lord JC who is leading her to the mansion prepare for her by the Father God in heaven, from now on there will be No More suffering,pain & sorrow !
thegodfather
March 9, 2009
Bro,
I share your grief, my brother. Take care.
flyer168
March 9, 2009
Dear Bro Haris,
Such fine tribute from a loving Filial son to his late Beloved mother.
My deepest condolence to you, your family & siblings for the great loss of someone who was so dear to you, your siblings & family.
“she has fought the good fight, ran the good race and is is now resting in the presence of her Heavenly Father.”
May God Almighy bless her soul.
temenggong
March 9, 2009
My belated condolences.
A tree is judged by it’s fruits. It was indeed a good tree!
barry
March 9, 2009
Haris,
You are what you are today because of your parents, particularly so your mother. As a Christian, I believe that by grace through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, those who live and die in the faith/belief that Jesus came to die for all sinners, will be saved. It may be hard for many to come to terms about this, but it is real for me and many others.
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Barry
JoshuaWong
March 9, 2009
bro Haris,
My eyes welled with tears. You take good care and continue the fight. All of us here are behind you.
“God availed Himself to all”. Will always keep that in mind.
Kapitan
March 9, 2009
My deepest and heartfelt condolences to your family.
Stephen Grosse
March 9, 2009
Haris,
God’s peace be with you and your family during these very sad moments.
Take care bro.
With deepest condolences.
Stephen, Lita and Jared
Avtaran
March 9, 2009
My deepest condolence my friend.
God bless her soul.
RastamanJB
March 9, 2009
Dear Haris,
Heartfelt condolences on the passing away of a gem of a lady.
Be strong and continue to sow her seeds of inspiration to all.
TAKE CARE BRO’ and we mean Real Care, during these sad times.
BR
RastamanJB
Sheila
March 9, 2009
Bro Haris,
A big hug to you and all the grieving family. What a beautiful and blessed life and what a most beautiful and blessed passing on! ‘Amazing Grace’ has long been one of my favorite hymns not just for its powerful words and tune but because I am really amazed by the Grace of the good Lord.
Rest assured that your mum has passed on to that beautiful land so that she can better support our fight for justice and truth from up there. And also what I have always affirmed in my various comments… walk tall and confident doing all we possibly can so that justice and truth prevail.
We are all one big family.
love
sheila
sockit2u
March 9, 2009
Hi Haris,
May her soul rest in peace, Amen.
Hugs and take care.
Steppenwolf
March 9, 2009
Dear Haris,
My deepest condolence to you.
sampalee
March 9, 2009
In seperation,we learn to love others.In Final understanding,we have NEVER left the fold of ONE and with it the comfort that there no need for any suffering and heaven and hell coalase as ONE.
panca
March 9, 2009
Bro Haris,
My heartfelt condolences to you Haris.
I thought I should see them on the blog here and it did, as I heard of your mother passing.
A mother’s love is always dearest to the heart!
Peace always.
Rohan
March 9, 2009
Dear Brother Haris,
May God be with you and all other beloved ones missing your dearest mum in this moment of difficulty. But be comforted that “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints” (Prov.. Truly a gifted lady to have such a loving and caring son who also advocates for justice, righteousness and truth for those in society.
May you be rewarded by Him for your selfless sacrifice and also support for heroes like RPK.
God bless!
Lrong
March 9, 2009
Dear Haris, my condolence to you for your mum’s demise…
A true Malaysian
March 9, 2009
My deepest condolence to you and your family. You can be rest assured your Ma is proud of you.
As a Buddhist, I am not concerned about which religion you Ma belongs to. The legacy that she left behind is what matter most. You indeed represent her legacy, that she can be proud on.
Shakuntala
March 9, 2009
God Bless you all, Haris and Family
How truly amazing has your dear Mum’s life been, on Mother Earth…full of God’s grace and truth.
Our Mums are now best ever pals….they protect us against all odds during our vulnerable years in the cradle,and throughout life, they give us their best….loads of love, courage, strength and integrity and a willingness to act and do good. In the end, they are still around, sitting together with us to re-live some wonderful memories, which wash away tears, and remind us that life goes on because it is beautiful and real.
Khoo Gaik Cheng
March 9, 2009
Condolences to you and your family, Haris. I can’t begin to imagine losing my mum.
Peter Chong
March 9, 2009
“He ran the course, he has finished the race and goes now to claim the prize of victory that God has promised….” Haleluyah!
I wrote that in stone, on my father’s grave stone…
And I believe the same can be said of your mum.
HUGS bro from your fellow Anak Bangsa Malaysia and yes, you can have the lower bunk, I will take the upper one……..:-)
Sambal muncha
March 9, 2009
Hey Haris,
My deepest condolences to you and your good family.
Please take care mate.
CPK
March 9, 2009
Dear Harris,
Deepest condolences to you and your family.
Your Mom’s was surely a life well-lived, as you are the legacy she left with us.
May her soul rest in peace.
CPK
Ann Teoh
March 9, 2009
Dear Haris,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. And when the pain lessens a little, rejoice for her, for she is now in Heaven. And give praise to God for the gift of her life. May God give you the gift of Hope and Consolation in these times.
I will keep her in my prayers.
Hugs,
Ann
Taiping Joo
March 9, 2009
En Haris,
My deepest condolences to you and your good family.
anna brella
March 9, 2009
It is clear from this posting that you and your mother were good friends too, and that is an added bonus that not many get to experience.
And perhaps your mother, being a follower of Jesus Christ, also knew the simple secret that the charming little fox in the Little Prince knew, which is that one sees clearly only with the heart, as anything essential is invisible to the eyes.
May God’s peace be with you both always.
Joshua
March 9, 2009
May peace flood your soul in this season…
God bless you.
peng
March 9, 2009
Haris, my deepest condolence to you and your family. God bless.
K. PARAMASVARAN
March 10, 2009
Dear Haris,
Are you related to Advocate Mr Balasingam of Ipoh and the late Mr WW Rajasingham of the Malayan Railways. If, Yes, and you have Kuala Kangsar connections, I believe that I knew your mother.
PARAMASVARAN,
The late Mr WW Rajasingham and the living lawyer Balasingam were brothers to my mother. E-mail me at thepeoplesparliament@gmail.com and let me know how you would have come to know my Mum.
Whatif
March 10, 2009
Dear Haris,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. May her soul rest in peace.
Now, we know where you come from; yes, from the best of both worlds. And yes, your beloved Mum would surely want you to continue to be the bridge among all people and be an instrument of His peace.
God Bless.
tmf
March 10, 2009
Dear Sir, our deepest condolences.
Be Still, My Soul
1. Be still, my soul:
the Lord is on thy side.
Bear patiently
the cross of grief or pain.
Leave to thy God
to order and provide;
In every change,
He faithful will remain.
Be still, my soul:
thy best, thy heavenly Friend
Through thorny ways
leads to a joyful end.
2. Be still, my soul:
thy God doth undertake
To guide the future,
as He has the past.
Thy hope, thy confidence
let nothing shake;
All now mysterious
shall be bright at last.
Be still, my soul:
the waves and winds
still know His voice
Who ruled them
while He dwelt below.
3. Be still, my soul:
when dearest friends depart,
And all is darkened
in the vale of tears,
Then shalt thou better know
His love, His heart,
Who comes to soothe
thy sorrow and thy fears.
Be still, my soul:
thy Jesus can repay
From His own fullness
all He takes away.
4. Be still, my soul:
the hour is hastening on
When we shall be
forever with the Lord.
When disappointment,
grief, and fear are gone,
Sorrow forgot,
love’s purest joys restored.
Be still, my soul:
when change and tears are past,
All safe and blessed
we shall meet at last.
5. Be still, my soul:
begin the song of praise
On earth, believing,
to thy Lord on high;
Acknowledge Him
in all thy works and ways,
So shall He view
thee with a well-pleased eye.
Be still, my soul:
the Sun of life divine
Through passing clouds
shall but more brightly shine.
Lyon
March 10, 2009
Dear Haris,
My deepest condolence to you and your kin, in these trying times, on your mum’s demise. You mum would definitely go to a better world for having brought up teh justice seekers. I deeply regret that I was unable to attend the funeral as I was out of town and only came to know about it this morning.
Take care dear friend
Shakuntala
March 10, 2009
Haris,all of the reflections,specially sent to you,are so touching, that I just want a little space to say,
thanks..the Qu’ranic verse,accompanying your dear Mum is beautiful….teaching men to be humble in the midst of learning, NOT TO BE ARROGANT…that’s you, too, through and through…and that’s why we all think you’re a great guy…YOU!
TRAF: for.. Be still my Soul….is lovely… …especially the line…..the Sun of life divine shall but more brightly shine….etc
CARAVANSERAI: for…..the Lord of many names….you got it so right!!!!!!!!!!….
Trashed
March 10, 2009
Bro,
Your mother is definitely proud of what you are doing now after enduring (what must have been) plenty of anxious moments in the old school days, many many moons ago.
I believe she is at peace, so grieve not, my friend, for she is at a better place.
Life goes on but she will always be in your heart.
peen khaan wala
March 10, 2009
very sorry for your loss comrade. A mom’s love knows no bounds.
TheWrathOfGrapes
March 10, 2009
Abide with me…
James Nakason
March 10, 2009
My heartfelt condolence, Bro. Haris.
Thanks for the touching sharing. It moved me to tears of joy. I am proud of your mother for having a child like you. I will included her in my prayer list.
take care bro! Look forward meeting you soon.
God Bless.
Johnny Chiam
March 10, 2009
Dear Haris,
You are right when you say
“because she believed in her heart that God availed Himself to all.”
There is only one God of the universe.
my heartfelt condolence.
sloone
March 10, 2009
So sorry to hear this Haris.
May your mum go in peace and love.
She left a really great part of her behind – a good anak bangsa malaysia like you!
take heart haris and carry on the good work you do!
vishie
March 10, 2009
haris,
heartfelt condolences. god bless her soul. god bless your family and you too.
joey
March 10, 2009
Dear Haris, tears welled in my eyes reading your loving sharing. I too lost my mum, and I can feel your immense sorrow and sense of loss.
My deepest condolonces to you and family in this moment of grief. Have courage, and I pray with you for your mum.
Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord
Let thy perpetual light shine upon her
May her soul rest in peace. Amen.
Take care,
Michael Soon
March 10, 2009
My deepest condolence.
Your mom’s Christian love, grace and compassion certainly has been planted in your DNA.
May our good Lord continue to watch over her in Heaven and may God bless you too, Haris
Michael Soon
romerz
March 10, 2009
Dear Haris,
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
The fact that she bore you and brought you up to be the man that you are will stand her in good stead when she stands before her maker.
arianna
March 11, 2009
Dear Haris,
My heartfelt condolences. I watched mama died after doctors failed to revived her for the third time. She went to met the Lord after our prayers to surrender her to the Lord.
I am sure the Good Lord takes care of them both in heaven.
So, let’s celebrate their life on earth. Take care.
drsaravananr
March 11, 2009
Dear Haris,
just got wind of your mom’s demise. I’ve not been online for some time now. My heart felt condolences to you and all at home.
She was a great women. I can say this with confidence as i see the great job she has done with you. It would have been wonderful if all Malaysians had a mom like yours. May her soul rest in peace.
You take care
Anil Netto
March 12, 2009
Dear Haris
Thanks for sharing this. Those last few moments must have been very precious. She sounds like a wonderful woman, and she must have been so proud of you… I am sure she will still be there by your side and in your heart all the days of your life.
Keep up the struggle for justice and continue to shine the light of hope.
peace,
Anil
KevinP
March 12, 2009
Dear Harris,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Your eulogy of your mum brought tears to my eyes. I am sure, your mum is proud of you and will is watching you from above free from all her physical bondage that she carries on earth.
fungus
March 12, 2009
My deepest condolences to you, bro.
She must be really proud of you.
Take care & hope to see you soon
SameSame
March 12, 2009
My Deepest and heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May GOD give you all the strength and warmth that you need to go thru these trial time. In time and with GOD’s presence…it all shall heal. Her memories however shall always be with you and Family.
Take care….
Ben
March 12, 2009
Bro, no wonder I had the strangest connection with her as I shook her hand and look into her eyes at the 1st Bangsa Malaysia gathering. It was a little brother looking in awe at a sister in Christ for the wonderful gift she bore to Malaysians.
My family and I wish to extend our deepest condolence to you and your family as you mourn her passing. Her graciousness and blessing to others will be remembered through you as you carry on all that she believed in. May God shower his peace and mercy on you as you rejoice in knowing she is now with Him in heaven in peace until we meet again in our eternal life. Amen.
Sandra
March 12, 2009
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Your mother sounds a wonderful person. So much ahead of her time, in her ability to bring up the kind of children that you and your brothers and sisters are. Your father must have been/or is equally inspiring.
I especially liked the excerpt from the Surah. Thank you.
masterwordsmith
March 12, 2009
Dear Haris,
I was away for a few days and only just found out. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
She left behind a wonderful legacy of her superb parenting – YOU. I did not have the chance to meet her but I am sure she went knowing that she lived her life to the fullest and that her efforts bore fruit.
May you continue to do the good work that she started…and may Allah continue to bless you and your family in all that you say and do.
Salam,
Paula
Jong
March 12, 2009
Haris,
You are a true Bangsa Malaysia and I am sure your mom is mighty proud of you.
My deepest condolence to you and family. This one’s for your mom. I’m sure she likes it.
S Lee
March 13, 2009
Dear Haris, my belated condolence to you and your family. It appears you have great Love, and have it in Abundance. Best wishes, Steven
Silviya Millar
March 13, 2009
My heartfelt condolences.
yingchua
March 13, 2009
Dear Harris,
heartfelt condolences, she is truly a great women
to have brought up all of you to be Anak Bangsa Malaysia.
take care, we will be around for you.
Salak
March 13, 2009
She must have left a lot behind with you Haris.
She might departed but will never be too far away.
May she rest in Peace!
W’Allahu bikulli syai ‘in ‘alim!
CKoon
March 13, 2009
“frankie Says:
March 8, 2009 at 6:30 am
My condolence brother Haris, she brought you up a good man.”
Frankie words echos with my heart. Take care Harris.
sang kancil
March 13, 2009
Dear Haris,
My deepest condolence to you and your family and the loss of your beloved mother. She is with God.
kinsyng
March 14, 2009
My condolences to you and your family.
AnakBangsaMalaysia
March 14, 2009
Sorry for your loss Haris. May your inspiring mother’s soul rest in peace.
Kee Thuan Chye
March 15, 2009
Haris,
I just learned about this. Please accept ny deepest condolences. I’m reminded of when my mother passed on and still regret I wasn’t there by her side. I’m so glad you were by yours.
Take care, my friend.
bayi
March 15, 2009
My condolences. My wife, who reads and never comments, would also like to extend her heartfelt condolences too. You come from an excellent family, Haris. I know your children would have inherited all these great values.
May your Mum’s sould rest in peace.
aiyomanaboleh
March 15, 2009
It’s ok to cry, we are after all human beings.
Leithaisor
March 15, 2009
My condolences, Haris.
Some folks make a big name for themselves in their lifetimes. Many others try but fail, and of these, some become imposters, trying with even the foulest means to force others to respect and honour them, alast in vain.
There are also many who apparently performed no great notable deeds in their lifetimes. But their children, nutured and brought up by them with care, love and great devotion, are giants who lead and serve mankind.
I have not met your mother nor do I know much about her beyond the few bits you included here and there on your blog.
But looking at her son, I think there is enough reason to count her as a giant herself.
Leithaisor
Parli-Man
March 15, 2009
May God be with you and your family.My sincere condolences to you and your family . Take care and peace be with you
norman
March 15, 2009
Deepest condolences Haris.
You have my respect for being a true Malaysian, not a hypocrite, unlike some other people. I’m currently attached to the hospital for my practicals, and yeah, whenever I see someone passes away, my heart goes to them. May God bless your mum.
Keep writing Haris, I really enjoyed reading your posts. She will support you too.
Atheist
March 15, 2009
Deepest condolonces.
It appears that your mother was a good Christian and brought you up to be a good Muslim who respects and honors other faiths. It takes a spiritual giant to do that. She had a universal spirit, and through you, her legacy of universality and unity lives on. Take care, commrade.
BaronV
March 15, 2009
My deepest condolences to you Haris. Its good that your mum passes into the next world, at peace, with her loved ones around her; and that you and your family had the chance to see hher off. God be with you and your family.
A Follower
March 15, 2009
Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow
Knowing she is still with you,
as part of you
Together with your guardian angel, looking over you
God bless
p-loon
March 16, 2009
My flesh and my heart may fail,
but God is the strength of my heart,
and my portion for ever.
Psalm 73:26
aku anak malaysia!
March 16, 2009
Malaysia has less one powerful soul.
May your mother be with God now.
But you Haris, before you go to HIM, make sure you bring down along with you those bastards!!
I will too.
Tangkup
March 16, 2009
My sincerest condolences to you Haris.
Your beloved mother is an inspiration to all Malaysians. I sincerely wish that all our political leaders especially those from UMNO will see and take note of this. This should be our way of living in Malaysia. Our society would be a peaceful place to live in.
Satya
March 16, 2009
My deepest condolences, Haris. I’m sorry… I had no idea this happened until today. She must have been an amazing woman indeed who raised you. For that, if for nothing else, we are in her debt. I’m glad that she passed on at peace, in the company of those she loved most.
Littlebird
March 16, 2009
Haris, my deepest condolence to you. It is so sad she did not live see your crusade for true Malaysia Malaysian.
ronnie liu
March 16, 2009
sorry to hear about the demise of your mum. be strong, my friend. ronnie
suz
March 16, 2009
Dear Haris
Was overseas from March 3rd till this morning & only just catching up. My heartfelt condolences to you & your family.
Rest assured that your beloved Ma is in a far, far better place than we are.
Eternal rest grant unto her, oh Lord,
And let perpetual light shine upon her.
May her soul rest in peace
Amen.
Peace & Love & a Big Hug
Suz
Alex Yeo
March 16, 2009
Dear Haris,
I have been sneaking in almost on a daily basis to read what you have to share… find your views thought provoking… until last week when there was no update… then I fear the most… something or someone might have happened…
Deepest condolences
Your ex LA
Kuching
amal
March 16, 2009
Sincere condolences. I’m sure she’s resting in peace.
kattan
March 16, 2009
She’ll always be a part of you in spirit, thoughfulness and love. In life, she had done right to nurture such amazingly empathetic and principled offsprings like you and your siblings. God will be proud of her and welcome her home. May her life, values and beliefs remain the guiding beacon in your life.
Vaseau
March 16, 2009
Take care Haris and know that so many grieve with you …. Your mother is not around in her physical form but she has left us all a wonderful legacy in you.
In that sense at least, she is still around.
SURESH ABISHEGAM
March 16, 2009
Dear Sam,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your mum. My God bless her soul.
“Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die.”
John 11:25-26
Suresh Abishegam – Perth,Australia
Dominic Tan
March 16, 2009
My deepest condolences Harris. May your mum rest in peace.
Dominic
galadriel
March 17, 2009
I never knew. Hugs. My condolences, dear Harris.
gunnfan
March 17, 2009
SO sorry for your loss ‘Ris.
You had a special mom and I’m sure she was very proud of a son like you.
Peace.
Dharm
March 17, 2009
My deepest condolences to you Brother Haris and to all your family. May your Mom rest in peace, filled with love and happiness in the presence of God, the Almighty. Peace be upon you and yours always. God Bless.
tean
March 17, 2009
Haris,
My heartfelt condolences to you & your family.
Sorry, just read the news today.
Take care brother. Am sure your mum was a proud lady having you as her son.
Tean
nor salleh
March 18, 2009
Sallam. Our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolence to you and family.I am sorry I was only able to give your late mum a broad smile whenever I brought Ashraf to her. I only managed to have a few and meaningful conversations with your late dad. May God bless you. Sallam
Darrell
March 18, 2009
Dear Harris,
Although we have never met and I only know you through your writings, I feel for you and your family. Your mom has returned to the father and is in a better place. Don’t despair, be strong and take good care of yourself.
tempatan
March 18, 2009
Haris,I have only just read the news. So sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences to you and family. She must have been a great mother, for the results of her efforts can be seen in you. Take care.
c
March 19, 2009
I have just come to know the passing of your mum. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May she rest in peace.
Ernesto Faurillo
March 20, 2009
Dear Brother Haris,
I just read your eulogy on your mum’s demise and I am moved to tears. God created a masterpiece in your mother.
Being a Sabahan, I could’nt help thinking that your family could have been either Sabahans or Sarawakians, as we NEVER had this hangup about religion at all, save after the entry of a political entity from the west!!
I know that your beloved mother is now in heaven with the Lord for the wonderful deeds she has done raising her children here on earth.
My deepest sympathy on your loss.
nsto4rillo
cruzeiro
March 20, 2009
Sorry for the delay.
Only today I’m going around the blogs after some time – had some problems.
My deepest condolences, Haris.
May God Bless her soul, & your Mum Rest In Peace.
Sudheesh
March 21, 2009
I’m sure you derive your compassion and love from both your mother and father. In every faith and every non-faith, there are men and women with the kindest hearts and noblest souls, and your mum is one of them. Because we are created by God, our essence is to be such. Some might do God’s work quietly in the home and others like you publicly. Please carry on her good work.
Lis LQ
March 21, 2009
Dear Bro Haris,
So sorry for this delay.Just read your blog today after i come back from overseas.
Your Eulogy tributed to your late Mum was so touching and beautiful.
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies and Heartfelt Condolences on your recent Bereavement.
May the Soul of your beloved mum RIP,and may the Lord Shower you and your family boundless Blessings.
I am sure she will be your guiding light to continue your fight for Justice for Malaysians of all races.
Take care in Batang Ai. Regards to bro Zorro and Delcapo.
God Bless,and May Peace be with you always.
rainstorm
March 22, 2009
Just look thru ur blog. Sorry for your loss & my deepest condolences.
MTfriend
March 24, 2009
My deepest condolences, Haris. May peace be with you.
chris
March 4, 2010
Harris,
You don’t know me but your writing are very good.I was always wondering how can you be so open minded.Now, I got the answer.
A mom is like a candle,
A very special candle,
A candle that won’t burn out,
The light it shed,
Light up loving heart,
It lives forever and ever,
In our sincere heart.
You are a loving son and sincere person, your mom will always there in that special place called your Heart. May her soul be with almight.Her thought will always be with all those that know love.
Be strong, Take care
chris,
Thank you for your kind words
forrestcat
July 25, 2010
So, your mother is a Christian sex slave to a Muslim warlord? Your mother is a heroine!!!!
Wow…..congratulations..now your mother will be a martyr for the 3+1 Allah Christian cause!!!!! Jebus would be so proud.