Many of you may have already heard that Fatin has had a tragedy in her family. I have kept quiet because I wanted to help protect Fatin’s privacy until I had her permission to say anything. She has given that permission.
On Tuesday morning, Fatin’s husband lost his life to a shooting at his workplace.
I’ve received many emails asking what people can do to help and right now, I just don’t know. If I get that information, I will pass it on. Please just keep Fatin and her daughters in your thoughts and prayers. Those prayers are definitely needed at this tragic time.
If you have any blog related questions, please contact me at lillie80 at gmail dot com.
***Edited to add***
The Education Fund has been set up for Fatin’s children.
There is no link right now but checks can be sent.
Checks made payable to:
Soufan Family Fund
RBC Bank
2340 Sunset Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
M-C 000-005-0100
The mailing code is required.
This makes me so sick to my stomach. Fatin and her family is most definitely in my prayers.
I am so sorry to hear this news. What a tragedy. Please let us know if there’s anything we can do. My thoughts are with Fatin and her family.
So sad…
They are most certainly in my prayer… Give a shout out if there’s anything we can do to help..
My thoughts are with them at this time…
E.H>
Sending prayers and good thoughts out. So very sorry, Fatin.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Fatin – you are such a valuable part of our community and while no words exist to make this tragedy easier to endure, please know that we are here for you. Please do not hesitate to ask for help in anyway.
Fatin, I’m so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
My sincerest sympathies go out to Fatin and her family.
What a horrible, senseless waste.
The horrible senselessness of this breaks my heart.
All of my thoughts and wishes are with you and your family, Fatin. And any help we can give.
My deepest sympathy goes out to Fatin and her family. She will be in my prayers.
Destiny
I’m so sorry to hear this. Fatin and her family will be in my prayers.
Oh God, I’m so sorry. Fatin and her family are in my prayers.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Fatin and her family.
Saw this linked to on Twitter and wanted to come by and offer my condolences to Fatin and her family on the loss of her husband. That’s awful. š
Sending out prayers to Fatin and her family. I am so sorry.
This is devastating. My heart goes out to Fatin and her daughters.
Sorry to hear this sad news. Thoughts and prayers are with Fatin and her family.
I’m so sorry to hear this very sad news. The family is in my prayers.
I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with the family
OMG! That’s so tragic! My heart and thoughts goes out to Fatin and her family.
This is so tragic. Sending many hugs and prayers to Fatin and her family.
I am sooo deeply sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fatin is such a loved and valued member of the community, and a good friend.
Fatin, my prayers are with you and your daughters and your family. My heart breaks for you. I’m here if you need me and if there’s anything you need, please let me know.
My heart just breaks for Fatin and the girls. My prayers and thoughts are with them all.
It is bad enough to lose a parent through natural causes or an ailment but to have to him snatched away so cruelly…Fatin and her girls are in my thoughts and prayers.
Oh, my heart is broken for Fatin and her daughters. My thoughts are with them, and with her husband’s parents and siblings, as well. Please do let us know about the education fund, or about anything else we can do for them.
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So sorry to hear of this senseless tragedy. Keeping the family in my thoughts & prayers.
No words can be enough. This is unbelievably awful. I’m so very sorry and will keep Fatin and her family in my thoughts and prayers.
Unbelievably sad news. My heart goes out to Fatin and her daughters.
Fatin ~ So very sorry. There are no words. Keeping you and your girls in my prayers.
No words can adequately express my shock and sadness at this news. My condolences to you and your family, Fatin.
My deepest sympathies to Fatin and her daughters. My thoughts are with you, and please let us know if there’s anything that can be done.
I’m so so sorry to hear this. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Fatin I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss Fatin. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, your daughters, and your family.
I’m so very sorry, Fatin. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
So horribly, horribly sad and senseless. My condolences to you and your daughters, Fatin. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Fatin, I’m heartbroken over this news. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and family during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for this terrible tragedy. My heart goes out to you and your daughters.
This is so sad..I’m so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Fatin. Words cannot convey how sorry I am to hear about your loss. You and your girls are in my prayers.
I am new to this site, but I just wanted to send my heart felt sympathy to Fatin and her family. They are in my thoughts and prayers. May they find comfort in all those around them in this time of sadness.
May peace find a way to all
LaDonna
This breaks my heart. My prayers are with you and your family.
Such heartbreaking news. My deepest sympathies to Fatin and her daughters. Adding my own thoughts and prayers.
This is just tragic. My deepest sympathies to Fatin and her daughters. I’ll be thinking of you.
My heart is broken for Fatin and her daughters. So terribly, terribly sorry. Sending prayers and love to her family.
I am so so sorry for your and your girls’ loss, Fatin. My condolences- and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. *hugs*
My heart is breaking for Fatin and her girls. They’re in my thoughts and prayers.
This is heartbreaking. My deepest sympathies go out to Fatin and her daughters. You will be in my thoughts.
Fatin, my prayers and my love to you and your daughter. Please do let me know if there’s anything I can do to help.
I am so, so very sorry.
My deepest sympathy. I’m so sorry.
Fatin, you and your family are in my prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I’m so sorry for your loss, Fatin.
You have my sympathies Fatin. You and your daughters will be in my prayers.
I’m so sorry. Prayers are with you and your family.
Mad, I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.
My condolences are with you during this horrible tragedy.
((HUGS))
Fatin,
I love you and if there is anything and I mean anything you need please reach out to me & all of your friends here in romance-land. We are here for you & the girls.
Love,
Joy
My condolences to everyone who knew and loved him.
I’m so so very sorry to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with Fatin and her family. Please let us know if there’s anything we an do, and pass on the ibfo on the fund.
Fatin and her family are in my prayers. I am so sorry for their loss.
My thoughts and prayers to Fatin and her girls, too.
Fatin is such a beautiful person, this just makes me ill. My heart bleeds for her and her girls.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughters, Fatin. We are here for you in spirit and to help out in any way that we can.
My deepest condolences to Fatin and her family on their unimaginable loss.
I am so sorry for your loss and know there is nothing we can say to make things any easier. Please just know we are all thinking of you and your family.
So sorry to hear about this dreadful event. My condolences to Fatin and her family.
I am so, so sorry to hear this. My prayers go out for her and her family.
This is horrible. Thank you for letting us know. Fatin is such a wonderful person. My prayers and heart go out to her and her family.
My heart goes out to you all. Hugs and prayers.
Oh, I’m so sorry, Fatin. Please, please let us know if we can be of any help.
Fatin, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so very sorry for your loss. What a horrible tragedy. I will keep you and your daughters in my thoughts and prayers.
I don’t even know what to say. I’ve known Fatin online since our kids were all little; my heart just breaks for her and her girls right now. So much love going to her and her family.
Iām so very sorry, Fatin. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
This is heartbreaking. Please know we’re all thinking about you and your daughters. If there is anything you need, just say so.
I was so sorry to read this. I’ll be keeping Fatin and her family in my thoughts.
This is so heartbreaking. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your her daughters, Fatin. You will be in my thoughts.
This is such sad and heartbreaking news. Thoughts and prayers to Fatin and her family.
Oh my goodness… such sad sad news… you and your daughters are in my prayers Fatin.
Many prayers and positive thoughts to Fatin and her family. Such a unnecessary tragedy.
Fatin, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will most definitely be in my prayers.
My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Fatin. You are in my prayers as well.
Absolutely heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers are with Fatin and their daughters.
my sincere condolences on your loss.
Prayers to you and your family during this sad time. Hugs to all
Fatin,
I wish there were words that would make this easier for you and your girls. Know that your family and friends are in my heart and prayers.
Mel
We love you Fatin! We will continue to keep you, the girls and your family in our thoughts and prayers!
{{{hugs}}} Fatin, and I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t even begin to imagine what you are going through. I wish you and your girls all the best.
Fatin and her family are in my prayers. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Fatin, you and your girls are in my prayers *hugs*
Fatin, my heart breaks at such evil in this world. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gina
I’m so very sorry, Fatin. You and your family are in my prayers.
Fatin, you and your family are in my prayers.
Fatin, I am so sorry. You and your family are in my heart and prayers.
Fatin, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Fatin,
All I can say is I’m so sorry! His death was so senseless. As soon as I read this blog post I googled it, and to say that your husband was a good man is a vast understatement. It’s a true testament to the man that he was that so many people in your community loved him so much.
So very sorry! I was completely shocked when I read about this.
Fatin you and the girls are in my prayers. My heart is just breaking for you and your family. Just remember as you’ve been here for your internet friends & family we will be here for you. Love you.
I saw this on my local news the other day and did not realize until reading this post, that this was Fatin’s husband.
Fatin, I’m so sorry. My thoughts and prayers and condolensces to you and your family.
Fatin, you’ve been in my thoughts ever since I heard. I’m so so sorry you have to go through something so unfathomable. Big hugs coming your way.
What a horrible, senseless loss. My heart goes out to you and your daughters, Fatin. Please let us know if there’s anything we can do for you and your family.
Condolences on your tragic loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
My heart and prayers go out to you. May God wrap His loving arms around you and your family and give you all comfort and strength to help you through this hard time.
Hugs and Prayers,
Linda Young
I am so very sorry to hear this. My prayers and condolences go out to Fatin and her daughters.
Oh I am so very, very sorry. I can’t imagine anything worse. My thoughts are with you and your family Fatin. ((((hugs)))))
My heart is broken for Fatin & her children. They are constantly in my thoughts.
(((hugs)))
Lea
So sorry to hear about this. So sad. My thoughts and prayers are with Fatin and her daughters.
Fatin, I’m so very sorry. Please know you and your family are in all our thoughts.
There are no words for this senseless loss. I am so sorry for your family, I wish you every comfort.
Dear Fatin,
Even though we’ve never met, please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your girls for some time to come.
XXXXXX
Melanie
It make no sense to me why Someone can take someone Else’s Life It effect many people. My thought’s & prayer are with the family huge hugs,
God bless Ann
My deepest sympathies to Fatin and her family. This is heartbreaking beyond words.
I’m so sorry, Fatin. Please know you and your daughters are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you find comfort in each other and in a community that so clearly loved your husband and mourns with you.
My deepest condolence to you and your family during this time. You are all in my prayers.
I am very sorry for your loss, Fatin and family.
Fatin, I am so sorry to hear this. My heart and prayers go out to you and your girls.
I’m so sorry for your loss, Fatin. You have my deepest condolences and like the others have said, if you need anything do not hesitate to ask. We’re here for you.
I am so sorry for your loss Fatin. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Fatin and her family. This was such a tragedy.
How very devastating! Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, Fatin!
My prayers are with Fatin and her children!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
I am so so so sorry this has happened Fatin. My thoughts and prayers go to you and your family. I am also sending the biggest virtual *HUG* to you and your girls.
This was a very horrible tragedy. It is clear that her husband was as wonderful as Fatin, as if anyone would expect less. The tears have been unpredictable and uncontrollable since I found out the news.
Fatin, you already know this, but I love you and you are in my thoughts and have taken over my heart.
Heartbreaking! Fatin, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fatin,
I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
I was so saddened by this tragic news. Please know, Fatin, that my thoughts and prayers go out to you, your girls and your family.
I always enjoyed hearing your occasional anecdotes about your hubby and may your wonderful memories of him in time, put a smile on your face and give you peace.
You are a wonderful member of our reading community and we are all thinking of you at this terrible time.
Fatin,
We love you and keep you and the girls in our prayers and thoughts.
You are in my thoughts and prayers as you weather this horrible tragedy. I’m so sorry.
Brynn
Fatin, please know how much you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry to hear about your loss.
Fatin
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls.
I am so truly sorry to hear about this. My thoughts and prayers are with Fatin’s family.
Fatin, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
We are praying for you and your family Fatin.
Fatin, our prayers are with you and your family. So many people love you and care for you. There aren’t words, only know that we’re all here for you.
Oh God, I’m so sorry to hear about this. What a horrible tragedy. I wish all the best to Fatin and her family. If I could I’d reach through the internet to offer big hugs. You have my deepest sympathies and I wish her all the best during such a traumatic endeavor. You’re in my prayers.
There are no words but I am so sorry for your loss.
I am so very sorry to hear of Fatin’s loss. My heart is broken for her and for her children and they are in my thoughts and prayers.
This is horrible, how can anyone do such a terrible thing, Fatin you and your daughters as well as your community are in my prayers.
Oh, dear, dear, Fatin, I keep erasing/revising my post because I am literally without words. Know that my heart goes out to you and your family. I’m so, so, sorry.
What a horrible loss for Fatin and her family. I pray you find some peace as time goes on.
Fatin: My heart is breaking for you and your girls. I am so sorry to hear this. I will keep you in my thoughts and heart.
Thanks for posting this info — I’ve been sitting here trying to think of something I could do to help, just as many others have. At least this is something…
My prayers go out to the whole family…what a terrible tragedy
Terri
No words can ever ease the pain of this kind of loss. Fatin, You and your family are in my prayers. Sending lots of love and hugs your way. I pray that you find comfort and peace.
So awful and tragic. Prayers and sympathies for Fatin and her daughters.
Dear Fatin,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
I am so sorry for your loss, Fatin. I wish there were words for something like this, but I don’t think there are. Please know that I am thinking of you.
Julia Quinn
Such a horrid, senseless tragedy. Fatin, my heart goes out to your and your daughters.
I am so very sorry over this terrible tragedy. My sympathies and condolences for Fatin and her family.
How terrible, what a frightful thing. Fatin, you are in my heart and prayers.
I’m so very sorry for you loss. My love to you, the girls, and your family. I’m here for you. If there is anything I can do or something you need, let me know. You will all continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Oh, I am so sorry to hear this and I will be keeping Fatin and her family in my thoughts and prayers.
Oh, god, Fatin, I’m so very sorry to hear this. My condolences to you and your family. I wish there were something more I could say or do. Whatever you do need, just ask.
Fatin, my heart aches at the thought of someone as good and giving as you suffering such an unthinkable tragedy. You and your family will be in my thoughts.
This is so tragic and heartbreaking. You and your daughters are in my prayers and thoughts.
Carol L.
I wish you and your family all of the love in the worls right now, and I am so sorry for your loss.
Fatin – I’m so sorry for you loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Fatin- You and your family are in my heart. I am so sorry for your terrible loss.
So sorry for your family. *no words*
I’m so, so sorry to hear this. Please know that we care what you are going through.
There aren’t words to describe how awful this is. I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughters.
I wish I knew what to say, but I don’t. Please know I — we all — are here to help you in any way possible. If there is anything, anything at all that we can do, don’t hesitate to ask.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughters.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss.
Fatin and her family are in my prayers! What a horrible tragedy!!
I’m so very horrified and heartbroken by this senseless loss. My heart and prayers go out to you Fatin.
Fatin – I know nothing will make you feel better because of this horrible tragedy. Just know you are loved and we are here for you and your children. You will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Fatin
My thoughts are with you and your children at this terrible, terrible time.
Please know, if you need anything at all, I’m here for you.
Fatin, I’m so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls.
I just saw this post. I am so sorry Fatin, you have my deepest condolences. There are no words when something like this happens. *hug*
Will be keeping Fatin and her children in my thoughts.
How horrible š¦ Fatin, Iām praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
There are no words for this loss and am deeply saddended by this sensless act of violence. My deepest sympathy goes out to Fatin and her family. She will be in my prayers.
Fatim, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your daughters are in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest sympathies and condolences. Thinking about you and your family.
My condolences to the family.
Fatin, there are no words. I’m so sorry for you and your family. My thoughts are with you all through this sad time.
Iām so very sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you š¦
Please pass on my condolences. Know that she and her family are in my thoughts and prayers!
I am so very, very sorry to hear this. It’s an unspeakable horror and just too ghastly for words. My heart and prayers are with Fatin and her family.
I am so sorry to hear about the loss to Fatin and her Family. Please give my condolences. I will keep Fatin and her girls in my thoughts and prayers. My heart just breaks for her.
My condolences to the family.
[…] However, while I sincerely encourage you to visit both sites and see what each has to offer, I’ve decided to change the focus of this post. Last Thursday, we learned that Fatin (also known as Mad), the creator and talent behind both of these blogs which are dedicated to the romance community, lost her husband in a senseless murder. […]
I am so sorry to hear about this uncalled-for tragedy.
My prayers are with you.