Dundee retailer, Mohammed Issa MBE, has passed away at the age of 59.
Issa was co-founder of convenience store chain 1st Stop 2 Shop and a Bestway retailer for more than 30 years.
He was a community champion in Dundee who raised money for local and national charities. His charitable work was far-reaching – from raising funds to buy toys for sick children to assisting the elderly and most vulnerable in his community, especially within Fintry, Dundee.
Issa loved being a retailer as it enabled him to directly support and interact with the people of Dundee. He was awarded Dundee Citizen of the Year as well as an MBE in 2004 for his contribution to race and community relations within the city.
In a statement, his family said that they are overwhelmed with the support that has been shown.
“We are all very heartbroken and sad at Mohammed Issa’s passing, at the same time very proud of all his achievements over the years. We will be paying a fuller tribute that is deserving to him in the trade press at a later date,” they added.
Bestway said: “We are honoured to have known Mr Issa and he will be sorely missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.”
