Hamidullah Rasheed Shakir

Mr. Hamidullah Rasheed Shakir was born September 16, 1962 in Saginaw, Michigan to Henry and Mary Elizabeth (Carter) Samuel. He transitioned from this life on Saturday, August 7, 2021.

Hamidullah enjoyed reading, studying, praying and working on cars. He loved his family and was always making sure everyone was okay. Spending time with them and reminiscing about the past was something that brought him joy.

Hamidullah was a member of the Islamic Temple of Saginaw. He was well-versed in The Holy Quran and Bible, and loved his brothers and sisters. There were times when he was down, but he always got back up and moved on. He had a troubled childhood and it stayed with him until his death, but through it all he always rose above his circumstances.

Hamidullah was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Sangster Shakir; parents, Henry and Mary Carter Samuel.

He leaves precious memories with one sister, Teresa Ann Williams; two brothers, David Allen Samuel, Baa-Ith Sr. Lee Muhammad; nieces, Leatta (Samuel) Moore, Sheretha Williams, Shatariah Williams, Shenniquah Haulcy, Davira Samuel, Seairra; nephews, Baa-Ith Lee Muhammad, Jr., David Samuel, Jr., Isiah Gates, Eddie Samuel, Timothy Samuel; aunts, Betty Jane, Lille Donald, Bertha Brown, Mary Carter, Edna (Koot) Jones; uncles, Willie and Felix Carter; brother-in-law, Roy Williams; many many cousins, other loved ones and friends, including special friend Felicia Jones.

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The family would like to express special thanks to their entire family. Hamidullah really enjoyed going to family reunions and unity with the whole family. Special thanks to his grandmother Magnolia Carter, who taught him everything in life at an early age and made him promise to get his diploma.