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In memory of a friend lost, but never forgotten

Leslie Raymond Pope

 Al Habtoor Group
Director of Information and Research Department
10th October 1949 - 24th February 2003


    Where does one begin when burdened by sadness and shock by such a sudden demise of a person, who only a few days ago, was so full of the joys of life?  Leslie had a great sense of humour and a unique and infectious laugh that would make anyone smile, and the only serious side to him was his total dedication to his lovely family and job. He was like a latter day ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ who used the pen rather than the sword with his exceptional writing skills to address the unbalanced views in international press about important local matters.  Leslie was also a fighter who battled against all odds to survive numerous operations related to his heart such was his will to live.

    He was totally thorough in his research of any article so that he knew what was right from wrong and was not afraid to say so! When we last met, he was determined to win, but lost against an unbeatable opponent.  He wrote with passion about Arabic issues and helped to educate and influence major politicians, diplomats and decision makers from all around the globe for a peaceful and lasting solution. Although we have lost a great man, his powerful words will be immortalized forever.

 

An excerpt from the eulogy read at the funeral service
by Gerry Sherard on behalf of Mr. Khalaf Al Habtoor
Dubai, UAE
26th February 2003

"To my colleague, friend and my mentor.  You will stay in my heart forever.
May your soul rest in peace."

Nadia Jones, Editor - Al Shiindagah Magazine

 

 

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