26.11.2025 17:33
Dr. Ali Başak Karatay, who passed away at the age of 78, was laid to rest after a funeral ceremony held at Moda Mosque. Canan Karatay expressed, "I have lost my husband of 47 years, my life partner. May he rest in peace, and may his place be in paradise."
Prof. Dr. Canan Karatay's husband, Dr. Ali Başak Karatay, who passed away recently, was laid to rest after the noon prayer held at Moda Mosque.
Ali Başak Karatay, 78, who was reported to have been struggling with various health issues for some time, passed away on November 25. His family and close friends did not leave him alone at the funeral held today at Moda Mosque. Prof. Dr. Canan Karatay and their son Mehmet Karatay experienced difficult moments during the funeral.
"I LOST MY LIFE PARTNER OF 47 YEARS"
Accepting condolences, Canan Karatay expressed her feelings with the words, "I lost my spouse of 47 years, my life partner. May he rest in peace, may his place be in paradise. I thank everyone who called, inquired, sent messages, and offered support, and I wish health and happiness to all those left behind."
PROF. DR. AZIZ SANCAR SENT A WREATH
A wreath was sent to the funeral by Nobel Prize-winning Turkish scientist Prof. Dr. Aziz Sancar. Dr. Ali Başak Karatay's funeral was buried in the family cemetery at Nakkaştepe after the noon prayer held at Moda Mosque.