Singer Saad El-Soghayar has announced the funeral arrangements for organ player Bilal Jafar, who died in the past few hours after his health condition deteriorated following a period of illness.
According to Saad El-Soghayar, the funeral prayer will be held on Thursday after noon prayers, followed by Bilal Jafar’s burial at Sawras Cemetery.
Bilal Jafar Condolence Ceremony
Bilal Jafar’s condolence ceremony is scheduled for Friday, October 2, at the Industrial Housing Events Hall near Ahmed Orabi Bridge and opposite Benzayoun in Shubra El-Kheima.
The ceremony will begin after Asr prayers and is expected to be attended by the late musician’s family, friends and colleagues from the entertainment industry.
Saad El-Soghayar also called on Bilal Jafar’s friends and fans to pray for his mercy and forgiveness and to offer patience and comfort to his family.
Death of Organ Player Bilal Jafar
Saad El-Soghayar previously announced the death of organ player Bilal Jafar, expressing his deep sadness over the loss of his friend after a long struggle with illness.
He also addressed fellow musicians and artists, calling on them to support their friends during difficult times and stand by them during health crises.
Saad El-Soghayar Recalls His Relationship with Bilal Jafar
Before his death, Saad El-Soghayar had urged fellow artists to visit Bilal Jafar after his health condition deteriorated and he was admitted to hospital.
Saad described the late organ player as someone close to him and recalled working with him earlier in his career, highlighting the personal bond between the two musicians.
Saad El-Soghayar Supports Mostafa Kamel
In another development, Saad El-Soghayar previously expressed his support for musician Mostafa Kamel, head of the Musicians Syndicate, during a press conference held by the syndicate.
The conference addressed the circumstances surrounding a circulated video that had sparked controversy, with Kamel presenting details of the incident and responding to questions about it.
Saad El-Soghayar said that Mostafa Kamel respects and appreciates the people of Sharqia and did not intend to offend them.
He also noted that Kamel had supported him during several difficult periods in his life, which was why Saad chose to publicly testify in support of him during the recent controversy.
When is Bilal Jafar’s funeral?
The funeral prayer will be held on Thursday after noon prayers.
Where will Bilal Jafar be buried?
He will be buried at Sawras Cemetery.
When is Bilal Jafar’s condolence ceremony?
The condolence ceremony will take place on Friday, October 2, after Asr prayers.
Where will the condolences be held?
They will be held at the Industrial Housing Events Hall near Ahmed Orabi Bridge in Shubra El-Kheima.
What did Saad El-Soghayar say about Bilal Jafar?
He expressed his grief over his friend’s death and called on artists and musicians to support their friends during illness and difficult times.
