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Benazir Bhutto Obituary
Bhutto was many things - zealous guardian of her dead father's legacy, aristocratic populist, accused rogue, even one of People magazine's 50 most beautiful people. And in the end, she was a victim of roiling passions in the nation she sought to lead for a third time.
To the West, she was the appealing and glamorous face of Pakistan - a trailblazing feminist, the first woman to lead a Muslim nation in modern times - though her aura was dimmed by accusations of corruption.
But to many Pakistanis, she was a leader who spoke for them, their needs and their hopes.
Even her worst critics would say that "she was a masterful politician," said Zaffar Abbas, an editor for the respected Dawn newspaper. She knew "what the people of this country wanted.
"If you asked an ordinary person what they achieved when Benazir Bhutto was in power, they would say at least she gave us a voice and she talked about us and our problems. That was her real achievement."
Her life was a sprawling epic. Her father, Pakistan's president and then prime minister, was hanged; one brother died mysteriously, the other in a shootout. She spent five years imprisoned by her father's tormentors, mostly in solitary confinement, before rising twice to the office of prime minister.
She fled before her conviction on corruption charges, living abroad for eight years. She could have lived there comfortably, far from the cauldron of Pakistani politics, but chose not to do so. And when she returned in October to marshal opposition to President Pervez Musharraf, a suicide attacker targeted her homecoming parade in Karachi. More than 140 people died.
The 54-year-old Bhutto escaped injury. "We will not be deterred," she said then. And on the hustings, she celebrated her survival.
"Bhutto is alive! Bhutto is alive! Bhutto is alive!" she shouted at a rally in December.
Like the Nehru-Gandhi family that has long been a force in the politics of neighboring India, the Bhuttos have held a central role in Pakistan for nearly a half century.
Copyright © 2007 The Associated Press
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Blessed are the Peacemakers.
Tonya Shepherd
November 20, 2012
March 16, 2010
For Benazir...
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
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MUHAMMAD ZAMAN JALBANI
October 17, 2009
May ALLAH SHOWER HIS BLESSINGS CONSTANT AND CONTINUOUSLTY UPON her.No doubt in it MOHTARMA was THE GREAT LEADER among the cascade of leaders our beloved dharti has been producing since many years BY THE GRACE OF ALLAH.
Wanisha
July 15, 2008
God has a purpose
soon to be fulfilled
A world United
According to His will
With no more fighting
And no more wars
Freedom from sin
and death will no more
For this is what the Almighty
has purposed
As He said it
He will show us
May comfort be on to the family and friends. From the Almighty.
May 10, 2008
Martyrd-Queen
Munawar A. Rind
May 10, 2008
I ever wished to meet you. Alas! this dream will ever remain unaccomplished. But, I am sure, I will contribute to your mission of democracy, reconcoliation and peace. At present, I am studying at the university, which you established in the lagacy of your father. When I finish my studies, I will not feel hasitant to sacrifice my life for your cause of democracy, reconciliation and global peace. May God bless your soul.
David Kiros
February 21, 2008
What a tragic loss. I hope her spirit lives on and we can finally have peace in the world. My deepest condolences to the entire Bhutto Family and the people of Pakistan.
farzana farzana
January 27, 2008
you was a mother to your children ,a good wife to your husband ,i hope you rest in peace.
Lorrianne Hoganstein
January 22, 2008
May God hold you in his arms and bless you. Comfort and peace I pray for you.
Melinda Macon
January 18, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
MaryAnn
January 11, 2008
I was deeply saddened by her loss. I admired her courage and strength. May her family carry on with her convictions and may her legacy carry her people to peace. God Bless, Her.
Sania
January 11, 2008
Brave woman,will always be in our prayers.May Allah Bless her.
Zakiya Taylor
January 10, 2008
I would like to send my condolences to the Bhutto family any death is hard, but a death of someone as beloved and admired has to be harder
Natalie Austin
January 9, 2008
May God comfort you with the knowledge that Ms. Bhutto's life was of great meaning the world over. Her message of compassion, peace and compromise will forever be cherished. I am sad and shocked at her death and pass my deepest sympathies to her family - and the people of Pakistan and India who truly needed her guidance. Through tragedy may Gods light guide her to eternal peace.
Jackie
January 8, 2008
This is a tremedous loss for the Bhutto family, the people of Pakistan and all of humanity. She was a woman of remarkable strength, courage and beauty. May her family and all those who mourn her take comfort in the full and courageous life of sacrifice she led. She touched so many and is missed the world over.
Louise Russell
January 8, 2008
My deepest sympathy. May you rest in peace. You were a brave woman and most loved. You will not be forgotten
maureen mcdonough
January 7, 2008
you were and are a great woman trying to bring peace in your country please ask god to help us all here on earth to be kind and thoughtful to each other
R. Joyce
January 7, 2008
I have always admired Mrs. Bhutto. Always loved reading about her and watching her on television. Loved her voice. Sorry for her loss and my condolences to her family, but she is in a better place.
LJC
January 5, 2008
What a sad and senseless loss. Benazir Bhutto was an outstanding human being. May she rest in peace.
Clare
January 5, 2008
The world has lost a brave and courageous woman. With deep sympathy on the passing of this great lady.
John and Cherie Lujano
January 5, 2008
Walk in peace
Pat Iacono
January 5, 2008
Its to bad that a woman of such quality had to be part of violent and confused world, and maybe her death will teach the world that peace will always win, and those who teach violence will someday be part of there own FALSE teachings.
Madison Spencer
January 5, 2008
My family is shocked by this tragedy. Why?
Th Kai Family
January 4, 2008
Our deepest condolences to the Bhutto family. May you rest in peace until God calls you once again.
Ben Avram
January 3, 2008
Truly sorry over a passing of a great lady.
Pamela Hagelin
January 2, 2008
I am saddened by the death of your wife and mother. I admire her courage and her cause. I pray that you will be successful and safe in every venture. I pray each day for peace. Bless you.
sally jarmiolowski
January 2, 2008
My heart goes out to Mrs. Bhutto's husband & children. She fought for peace & died for it! Continue her legacy!
Franni MacDonald
January 2, 2008
What a loss of such a powerful and wonderful woman for someone to be taken away so tradgically may god watch over her family and I will remember you in prayer
K Clough
January 2, 2008
So sorry about Mrs Bhutto - she spoke at a Simmons Leadership conference a couple of years ago and had instant fans from her audience who gave her a well deserved standing ovation. RIP Benazir and I wish for peace in your country as you did.
Sara
January 2, 2008
May God hold Benazir, her family and all of Pakistan in His arms at this time of crisis.
Lauren Finn
January 2, 2008
I am saddened by the loss of such a powerful voice for reason. I liken her death to that of John f. Kennedy. I hope that her death, while truly tragic, will spur her country to embrace the democracy she tried to bring them. May she rest in eternal and loving peace.
James Reilly
January 2, 2008
Greatness is the legacy you leave your people. My God bless your soul.
Carol Chernewski
January 2, 2008
God Bless You Sweetheart! You have no more Heartaches,Worry's, or anything bad! But you Do Have Gods Grace , His Sweetness, and His Neverending Love.! When it is my turn to go to Heaven, I want to meet you and give you a big Hug!
Eldon Martin
January 2, 2008
Very sad such a beautiful talented women such as her had to leave a world where I'm sure she could have made a great changes.
Mr. and Mrs. Grant
January 2, 2008
We are sorry for the loss of Ms. Bhutto. We pray her family will carry on her legacy and work.
Violence begets violence and she worked for peace. May there be peace in Pakistan.
Patricia Ibnoudoukkali
January 2, 2008
A tremendous loss for the world especially Pakistan. To give your life for others, and what you believe in, is truly indicative of a special person. I had the pleasure of attending a visit by Benazir Bhutto at Salem State College many years ago, and cannot begin to tell you how electrifying her personna was. I shall never forget the overwhelming effect listening to her had on me. I am greatly saddened by her loss, and what could have been!
Patti Ibnoudoukkali
Kim Weldon
January 2, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 2, 2008
May God be with your family during this unnecessary loss. May our God watch over and keep your children and husband as they continue to pursue what you fought so hard for--democracy. Mrs. Bhutto, you did not die in vain.
marian merlino
January 2, 2008
What a beautiful person you were. I know your legacy will always continue. The courage you showed in this troubled world, stands as an example for all of us to follow in our own lives. May you rest in peace. Marian Merlino, Fredonia,NY
Loring Myette
January 2, 2008
Rest in Peace.
January 2, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
January 2, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
MANSOORA HAFEEZ
January 2, 2008
NO MEASURING SCALE CAN MEASURE A MOTHERS LOVE WHICH SHE WAS.. A TRUE PAKISTANI LADY. MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE.
A MOTHER WHO DIED WHILE SAVING HER CHILD 'PAKISTAN'
Shirley
January 2, 2008
A courageous lady lost not only to Pakistan but to the world. May God bless and take care of your family and give them peace.
Joe Doherty
January 1, 2008
May The fight that ended your life continue after your death...
Elaine Tate
January 1, 2008
To the family of Benazir Bhutto, I extend to you my deepest sympathy. Her life was the epitome of courage, vision and deep faith-an example worthy of emulation by wll who love their fellowmen. The world will miss her leadership.
B W
January 1, 2008
May your legacy prevail upon your nation! We all love and miss you, Thank you
n villarreal
January 1, 2008
What a wonderful lady! How can they have done this to her when she was only trying to help her people! SHE is now in GODS hands...
Pat Brendel
January 1, 2008
To Benazir Bhutto's family, followers and the country of Pakistan, I extend my very deepest and heartfelt condolences on her tragic death. Ms. Bhutto instilled hope in the hearts of the people of Pakistan and even though death has claimed her life, it cannot claim the hope she inspired in so many people. Pakistan will be a free and stable country one day because of Ms. Bhutto and her sacrifice. God bless you.
Diana T.
January 1, 2008
God Bless you all. We send our condolences. Such a great loss!
From our family our sincere simpathy to Mrs. Benazir Bhutto
Maria Hulsewe
January 1, 2008
To all her family, my prayers are that the Lord IM WHO I AM will comfort you and may all who stays behind meditate on her great work. She gave all of us, the courage to speak for out for our freedon. Her courage costed her her life, but she was not afraid to fight for the cause she battled. She has won the hearts of the many people in the world. Mrs. Banazir, thank you for the gift you left behind...to fight for what is right to the people of your Country! Your voice will never be shut, you will not be silenced...May you rest in peace!! May God empower your son to continue the good fight!!!
January 1, 2008
Rest in Peace, you have tried so hard to improve the state of your country. Kate
MARTHA OWENS
January 1, 2008
CONTINOUS PRAYERS FOR YOUR STRENGTH
Dorothy Hiller
January 1, 2008
Mqy you rest in peace
Joyce Simms
January 1, 2008
May the lord be with your family. Your dreams will never die. they will only get stronger. May the fight go on for democracy.
David Nettles
January 1, 2008
What a tragedy. My prayers are with you all.
Mercy Bautista-Olvera
January 1, 2008
My deepest Sympathy to the family of Benazir Bhutto, she was such an inspiration for all, she wanted democracy for Pakistan, she was a strong leader, it makes me wonder on how she would've change her country if she were alive, but now we would never know. She was a martyr and we would never forget her...
R Pires
January 1, 2008
May you rest in peace. That is something that this world must learn...PEACE. I am sorry to have lost you.
bessie korth
January 1, 2008
I am sorry for your loss.Its a shame that people who caused this tragic death would rather kill than live in peace.My thoughts and prayers are with you and that you will be safe from harm and your people get the peace and freedom they deserve. with deepest sympathy Bessie Korth Middleburgh,ny
Feather Sn'eagle
January 1, 2008
The World will miss you.
Diane Noonan
January 1, 2008
For her family I want to say how deepy sorry I am for your loss. And for all people, incuding myself we have lost a wonderful women. How sad not being able to live and watch all that she surly would have accomplished.
MUHAMMAD ASIF
January 1, 2008
THIS IS THE MOST TRAGIC NEWS FOR PAKISTAN WE LOVED HER INSPIRE HER IDEALISE HER SHE WAS WONDERFULL PERSON I KNOW MANY CASES PERSONALLY THAT SHE WAS PROVIDING ALL KIND OF HELP TO POOR PEPLE EVEN AT PERSONNAL LEVEL GOD CHOSE HER TO LIVE FAST AND DIE YOUNG WITH HONOUR SHE WAS THE ONLY WOMEN ALLOWED TO GET IN THE MUSLIMS HOLLY KABBAH SHE WILL ALWAYS REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS MAY GOD SEND HER TO HEAVEN AND SHE WILL BE IN PEACE AND WATCHINS US ALL THAT WE LOVE HER
January 1, 2008
May God Bless your family at this time of Saddness,you lost a Wonderful, Beautiful person. Our Deepest Sympathy to all at this time.
Matthias James Gonzales
January 1, 2008
I was saddened to hear the new of the death of Benazir Bhutto. My prayers are with the family and friends of Benazir. She was a beautiful lady and may her memory live on forever. I will continue to pray for world peace as I feel everyone should. We are all on one planet and and we need to get along with eachother. May she rest in peace.
Thomas Peters
January 1, 2008
GONE but not lost
Charles
January 1, 2008
"Our life is a vapor that appeareth for a
little time and vanisheth away."~~James.
John Adamson
January 1, 2008
I knew Benazir at Harvard. Pinkie. She was a bright, kind, witty child who came half way around the world to follow in her father's footsteps of studying in America. Her experience at Harvard and later at Oxford gave her a global perspective that became part of her great ability to understand geopolitical complexity and helped her to gain the exemplary qualities of communication and leadership that she embodied.
She was a voice for the voiceless in her country and throughout the world. We must ensure that voice endures.
May her family be comforted by the fact that she joins her father now as one of history's great champions of democracy, diplomacy and reason. She leaves the world a better place for her too brief part in it. Her legacy shines before us now.
January 1, 2008
So sorry for your great lost. You have my deepest sympathy.
And just a little while longer, and the wicked one will be no more;
And you will certainly give attention to his place, and he will not be.
But the meek ones themselves will possess the earth,
And they will indeed find their exquisite delight in the abundance of peace. (Psalms 37:10,11)
May these words give you a measure of comfort.
Kim
January 1, 2008
My sincerest sympathies to Ms. Bhutto's family. You are in our thoughts and prayers and God has one more beautiful angel.
Ahna
January 1, 2008
All due and deserved condolences to the family and friends. May God watch over you and keep you safe.
This is a great loss to your family, Pakistan, and the entire world.
Marie Wainwright
January 1, 2008
Pakistan will miss her as will the whole world. Her courage and determination are examples for all of us, politicians and global citizens, alike.
Janie, JoAnn & Lemon Gomez
January 1, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Thomas McCarthy
December 31, 2007
I have been an admirer of Ms. Bhutto for more than 25 years. She was an intelligent, dynamic and beautiful woman who was a gift to Pakistan and the world. This is a tragic loss of a courageous political leader. We are all diminished by it. God bless her and keep her. My prayers and sympathy to her family and particularly to her children.
SHERI MACMILLAN
December 31, 2007
AS WITH LADY DI, THE WORLD HAS LOST YET ANOTHER WONDERFUL WOMAN. GOD ONLY TAKES THE BEST. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
Ardine Ramsey
December 31, 2007
Please take comfort in knowing that very soon the earth will be cleansed of all wickedness. Sickness and death will be no more. The whole earth will be transformed in a paradise where peace and righteousness will abound. Respectfully
Yolanda Summers
December 31, 2007
Mrs. Bhutto,
You were such an articulate, enlightened and courageous leader. You were trying to do what is right for the people of the great nation of Pakistan. You will sorely be missed.
Many in my community also grieve for you, your three children and the rest of those who loved you dearly and will no doubt miss you.
May you rest in peace and find your place amongst the angels of heaven. Your impact to democracy will never be diminished and your legacy will live on in ways you could never know.
Sharlene Smith
December 31, 2007
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
H M
December 31, 2007
In honor of a courageous woman who fought for justice and freedom. May your memory continue to fill the world with your hopes and beliefs.
Janet & Robert Stallard
December 31, 2007
The world will never forget you for having such courage in trying to help your country and your people.
I was so saddened by the news myself.
Know I pray for your family to heal and your country to heal.
God Bless your Husband and Children and your followers.
You were a Wonderful person.
Thank you for all you did!
Rest in peace!
Nancy Taylor
December 31, 2007
Prayers to the Family of Benazir Bhutto, who tried to fight for what she believed in........Enter the kindom of Paradise, with our Angels guiding you in the arms of our Lord. Keeping your family in our prayer.
Lisa
December 31, 2007
Bhutto family.
I'm sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers and thoughts. May God bless you all.
Lisa
Feather Sn'eagle
December 31, 2007
The World will miss you ~ Why is it that powerful, intelligent women who are filled with an insurmountable amount of compassion toward human frailties, who walks on a path filled with love, drive, insight, strength and wisdom to create peace…Why are these women such a risk to the “Status-quo”. You will be missed.
Halo Grayson
December 31, 2007
My Heart goes out to her family. This is very sad.
WD Williams
December 31, 2007
The world will never forget the courage, and love Ms. Bhutto showed to her beloved Pakistan. Benazir Bhutto's name will be on the minds of people looking for recent examples of 'profiles in courage'. Bless you, Ms. Bhutto, peace is....
Rev. Nicholas Losito
December 31, 2007
I will continue to pray for the Family of Benazir Bhutto.
Gary
December 31, 2007
Sincere sympathy to the Bhutto family on this tragic loss.
Renee Lucas
December 31, 2007
Where do I begin? You are such a lovely, beautiful, courageuos person Benazir. I cried so much when I learned of your death. I pray your family can find comfort in the way you lived your life and I pray for them that God lifts them up and comforts them in this darkest hour. I know of no other person that loved her country the way that you loved yours and I know God has a special place for you. In the dictionary, next to the word Courage should be a picture of you dear Benazir Bhutto. You are all honor and courage and you will forever live on in the hearts of your family, and the people of Pakistan. God Bless You and Yours, Now and Forever more. Renee' Lucas
Heidi
December 31, 2007
A loss for Pakistan, a loss for the world. This bright ray of hope in often hopeless times has been lost. It both saddens and angers me that this happened.
Marilyn Suvalle
December 31, 2007
What a tragedy!!!
Cynthia Matern
December 31, 2007
The people of Pakistan and the entire world will feel a great loss,hopefully her memory will not be forgotten for the people of Pakistan but will only give them the strength that they need.
Debbie Hunt
December 31, 2007
God Bless this entire nation. May your light shine forever upon us. Rest in peace-We love you.
Susan Mauriello
December 31, 2007
Benazir Bhutto was a brave and honorable person. God Bless the people of Pakistan during this sad time. May Benazir Bhutto rest in eternal peace. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Reverend Jeffrey brewer
December 31, 2007
May God be with you and your family through this trying time.I will keep you all in my prayers each and everyday.
Julie Wilcox
December 31, 2007
To the people of Pakistan and the family of Benazir Bhutto, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May peace be with you. She was a powerful and beautiful woman.
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