Riyadh – 7 Rabi’ al-Thani 1446 AH / October 11, 2024 AD
Riyadh – 7 Rabi’ al-Thani 1446 AH / October 11, 2024 AD
In a touching human gesture, the city of Riyadh bid farewell to one of its loyal sons, citizen Uthman al-Maghmasi, who passed away this morning at the age of 78, leaving behind a rich legacy of service and dedication in the fields of national work.
Al-Maghmasi was born in al-Shimaisi neighborhood in Riyadh in 1946 AD, and his life witnessed a journey full of scientific and professional achievements. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from King Saud University in 1970 AD, after which he began his professional career in the Ministry of Transport, where he held several leadership positions until his retirement in 2006 AD.
During his professional career, al-Maghmasi supervised the implementation of many vital projects in the Kingdom, most notably:
– The highway network between major cities
– King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh
– Many bridges and tunnels in the capital
In a statement to “Al-Riyadh Newspaper,” Engineer Ahmed al-Zamil, al-Maghmasi’s colleague at work, said: “Uthman was a role model in sincerity and dedication to work. He succeeded in turning challenges into opportunities and contributed significantly to developing the Kingdom’s infrastructure.”
Al-Maghmasi’s contributions were not limited to the professional field only, as he was also an active member in social and charitable work. He held the position of president of the Riyadh Charity Society for 12 years, where he contributed to expanding the scope of its services to include more than 50,000 beneficiaries annually.
In his speech during al-Maghmasi’s honoring ceremony in 2018 AD, His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, then Prince of Riyadh Region, said: “Uthman al-Maghmasi’s journey embodies the values of good citizenship and unlimited giving. He has been a role model in serving the homeland and society.”
It is worth noting that al-Maghmasi received many awards and honors in appreciation of his efforts, most notably:
– King Abdulaziz Order of the First Class in 2012 AD
– The State Appreciation Award in the field of humanitarian services in 2015 AD
At the conclusion of a rich journey of giving, the deceased’s body will be buried today after the Asr prayer at al-Rajhi Mosque in Riyadh, leaving behind a legacy that will remain immortal in the homeland’s memory.
Source: Al-Riyadh Newspaper – Issue 7890 – October 11, 2024 AD
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