In the unfortunate event of death, we provide funeral services. The services are hosted from the PROSPECT STREET LOCATION (132 Prospect St., Waterbury, CT 06710). To request funeral services, please call (203) 756-6365. 

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WHAT TO DO BEFORE IMMINENT DEATH?
 

Family members of the dying person and their most pious friends should be present at their side to help turn the final thoughts to Allah, reminding them of all the good deeds they have performed, about Allah's mercy, and Allah's favors. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said: "Let no muslim die except expecting and hoping the best from Allah" (Muslim).

 

Family members and friends can gently advise or encourage the dying person, without insistence, to recite the SHAHADA: “LA ILLAHA ILLALLAH”, which means "there is no god but Allah" in a very kind and sincere manner, as these may be their last words. Abu Saeed Al-Khuduri reported that prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said: "help muslims who are dying to say “LA ILLAHA ILLALLAH”" (Muslim). Family members should supplicate (make dua) to Allah to help make the final moments easy, and to forgive the dying person. Strong efforts should be made to fulfill any final requests that the dying person makes.

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WHAT TO DO AFTER DEATH?
 

Immediately after the death has occurred, and the death is verified, please perform the following:

1. Close the eyes of the deceased person;

2. Gently tie the mouth and jaws with broad bands or pieces of cloth so that they do not remain wide open;

3. Tie the legs in the same manner;

4. Cover the body, preferably with a white sheet of cloth. Following death, the body should remain covered at all times.

5. Invoke Allah and say: “INNA LILLAHI WA INNA ILAYHI RAJI’UN” (To Allah we belong and to Him is our return).

6. The deceased body must not be kept waiting; organize funeral services.

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Crying is permitted however, wailing is not permitted. The Prophet (PBUH) wept on the death of his son, Ibrahim, and said: "The eyes shed tears and the heart feels pain, but we utter only what please our lord. O Ibrahim! We are aggrieved at your demise.