Dr M recalls shock at wife Dr Hasmah’s sudden passing despite signs of good health
PETALING JAYA, Sept 29 — Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has said he did not expect his wife, Tun Dr...
PETALING JAYA, Sept 29 — Former Malaysian prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad expressed surprise at his wife's sudden death on September 28, despite her apparent good health the night before. During a condolence visit by the Sultan of Pahang, Tun Dr Mahathir conveyed his shock in a video, stating, "I didn’t expect her to die today."
The royal visitor was accompanied by Tunku Azizah Aminah, Tunku Hassanal, and other dignitaries. Tun Dr Hasmah, who was 100 years old at the time of her passing, was laid to rest at Pusara Negara in Putrajaya the same day. Her death, which occurred around 9.25am, prompted widespread tributes from leaders and citizens who remembered her warmth, grace, and her substantial contributions to the nation.
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