Prayers and Memories Engraved in Bintaro, Remembering 100 Days of Marissa Haque’s Death

Mengenang 100 Hari Kepergian Marissa Haque

BINTARO, SOUTH TANGERANG — On Friday (10/01/2025) night, became a silent witness to an event full of solemnity and memories. Ikang Fawzi’s residence was filled with relatives, friends, and closest people who gathered to pray for the deceased Marissa Grace binti Allen Haque on the 100th day after her passing. The atmosphere of emotion mixed with the warmth of friendship colored the night.

Ikang Fawzi, with a trembling voice, expressed his deep gratitude to all those present. He appreciated the presence of those who had taken the time to send prayers for his beloved wife. Among the guests, there were several public figures such as Camelia Malik, Adrian Subono, Shahnaz Haque, as well as relatives from academia and various communities. Their presence shows how much Marissa Haque is loved and respected by many people.

Ikang Fawzi expressed his deep gratitude to all those who attended and took the time to pray for 100 days of his beloved wife, the late Marissa Haque, at his residence, Bintaro, Friday (10/01/2025).
Recitation of tahlil prayer for 100 days of the deceased Marissa Haque, at the residence, Bintaro, Friday (10/01/2025).

More than just a tahlil event, the night was also filled with noble social activities. Ikang Fawzi’s family invited orphans to join them in praying for the deceased and providing compensation to the orphans. This action reflects the noble values held by Marissa Haque during her lifetime, namely caring for others.

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In his speech, Ikang shared stories about his last days with his deceased. He revealed that in the last one to two years, Marissa often talked about the afterlife, even to details about funerals and books. Ikang expressed these memories longingly, while wondering about his wife’s condition in the afterlife.

“Thank you,” Ikang said. “I was inspired because Adrian Subono had also accompanied the late BJ Habibie during the departure of the late Mrs. Ainun. Now my friend Adrian Subono always accompanies me. My children and I were carried away by Marissa, many friendships with people and alms sharing. I meet her friends and continue the good that my wife has done. That’s my effort,” he continued.

This expression shows how Ikang, Bella, and Chiki Fawzi are trying to continue the positive values that have been instilled by Marissa.

Ustaz Ahmad Shonhaji, Director of Dompet Dhuafa’s Social, Da’wah and Cultural Programs delivered tausiyah at the 100-day tahlil prayer for the late Marissa Haque, at the residence, Bintaro, Friday (10/01/2025).
Ikang Fawzi (left) talks with Camelia Malik (right) who was also present at the 100-day prayer for the late Marissa Haque, at her residence, Bintaro, Friday (10/01/2025).
The atmosphere of reading the 100-day tahlil prayer for the deceased Marissa Haque, at the residence, Bintaro, Friday (10/01/2025).

The tahlil program was led by Ustaz Ahmad Pranggono as Dakwah Dompet Dhuafa Manager with a solemn reading of Surah Yasin and tahlil. After that, Ustaz Ahmad Shonhaji as Director of the Dawah Dompet Dhuafa Program also gave a heartfelt tausiah, reminding about the meaning of life, and the importance of preparing for life after death. The event was then closed by giving donations to the orphans who were present.

That night, in Bintaro, prayers were offered, memories were carved, and kindness was spread. The 100-day tahlil event of Marissa Haque’s departure was not just a ritual, but also a momentum to remember, reflect, and continue the noble values she had passed on. Marissa Haque’s departure left a deep sorrow, but also an inspiration for many people to continue to do good and strengthen the relationship.

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Orphans from an orphanage chanted the 100-day tahlil prayer for the late Marissa Haque, at her residence, Bintaro, Friday (10/01/2025).
Ikang (right), Bella (left), and Chiki Fawzi (center) provide donations for orphans who attended the 100-day prayer for Marissa Haque, at her residence, Bintaro, Friday (10/01/2025).

“It is also natural for Dompet Dhuafa to continue to provide support to the late Marissa Haque and her family. The kindness of the deceased and the family is also very meaningful for the journey of Dompet Dhuafa,” said Reita Annur as Manager of Brand Activation Dompet Dhuafa. (Dompet Dhuafa)

Text and photo: Dhika

Editor: Dedi Fadlil