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To honor, recognize, and celebrate the life of Mr. Karim Fard Underdown and to extend our sincerest condolences to his family and friends on the occasion of his passing
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WHEREAS, Karim Fard Underdown was a 35 year old husband, father and son whose life tragically ended on Saturday, January 7th, 2017; and
WHEREAS, Karim was born on June 28, 1981, in Columbus, OH. He was a lifelong resident of the city and he was affectionately known as “Donny,” by his family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Karim was the son of Student Minister Donnell Muhammad, the spiritual leader of Muhammad Mosque #43 in Columbus, OH. Minister Donnell is a social justice champion, standing with other faith-based and community leaders working on strategies to eliminate violence, eradicate poverty and transform the disadvantaged and disenfranchised citizens in our region; and
WHEREAS, Karim a graduate of Marion-Franklin High School and he also attended The University of Cincinnati. He enjoyed life, he was an avid chess player and he was passionate about topics in science and philosophy. Karim was a friend and a mentor who inspired and motivated those he touched; encouraging people to pursue their talents, goals, and dreams; and
WHEREAS, Karim’s presence will be missed; Left to cherish his memory, parents, Minister Donell Muhammad and Shirley Muhammad; wife, Rickia Davenport; son, Jalil Karim Underdown; daughters, Danaja Underdown, Malana Underdown and Amyrah Underdown; sisters, Islam "Shirley" (Donald) Williams, Kamilah (Nate) Hawthorne and Ayesha Muhammad, now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby honor, recognize, and celebrate the life of Mr. Karim Fard Underdown, and extends our sincerest condolences to his family and friends.