Sanaul Haq passed away, July 17, 2016

Kh. Sanaul Haque (13th), Gold Medallist, Bangladesh Marine Academy passed away today in Dhaka at 1215 hours.

Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun. May almighty Allah grant his soul eternal peace and Jannah , Ameen.

Mr. Sanaul Haque was suffering from cancer. After initial treatment in Singapore he was transferred to Square hospital where he ultimately died.

He was an extraordinary person as his was a life of service, love, compassion and excellence. Our deepest sympathies and condolences to his family members and loved ones.

He served Mobil Jamuna Lubricants Ltd., a joint venture company of ExxonMobil, as Sales & Marketing Manager in Dhaka. Joined Mobil Jamuna in February 1998. Was residing in Indira Road, Dhaka, with his wife Mrs. Shabnam Banu and two sons, Saeef Ali Haque Raj and Tauseef Ali Haque Roop.

Mariners who sailed with him remember him fondly about his leadership, friendliness and companionship.

Some death is difficult to accept and it is one of those. May Allah forgive him, accept his good deeds and place him in Jannat.

FOLLOWING MESSAGE SUMMERIZES ONE PERSON’S RESPECT FOR SANAUL

Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un… may Allah grant Sana Bhai’s departed soul Jannatul Ferdaus. My deepest sympathy to Bhavi and whole family, may Allah give them the strength to bear the profound loss.

It is with deep sadness I remember many fond memories of Sana Bhai. The BD Marine community has lost one of the its most dynamic, one-of-a-kind leader. He was an honest sincere and charismatic leader who would push the cause of greater community benefit above anything else.

It was immensely inspiring to be in the company of Sana Bhai and being around Sana Bhai having a chit-chat and gossiping. I remember in 1978 as a Year 12 Student…we were on excursion….my first visit to Marine Academy. 13 batch was senior and Sanaul Hoque bhai was CCC. He greeted us with cheer and smile…showed us around the Marine Academy with great pride and honor and was inspirational on myself making the choice to join Marine Academy.

Later on after passing out from Academy I found what an amazing character he was, always friendly and inspiration. He was an idol we wanted to follow and imitate. It was always truly heart-warming to know Sana Bhai. The fact that we had things in common, we were on the same wave length and strongly aligned. Thanks to his generosity, vision, and courage…Sana Bhai inspired, encouraged and became referee to many for choosing to seek employment outside sea career and to excel in their new chosen field be it power generation or any other shore based marine jobs.

Last but not least, I wish to I thank, from the bottom of my heart Sana Bhai for what he was, an unofficial Ambassador for marine community and a true champion for the cause of the marine community. He was an inspirational beacon, always served and connected with others to pursue benefit for the other selflessly, honestly and sincerely.

I believe not only us who was his fortunate juniors can spread benefit from following his footsteps but his exemplary honest and selfless act can immensely influence all marine personnel in all ranks to server for the community. We are going to miss Sana Bhai for a long time to come and his achievements are unparalleled and his legends and memories will be with us to cherish.

My deepest sympathy, much gratitude, and many prayers for Sana Bhai.

Edmad (15N, Aus)