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SINGAPORE - Puan Noor Aishah, Singapore’s former first lady and the widow of the country’s first president Yusof Ishak, died on April 22.
She was 91.
Her death was announced by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in a Facebook post on April 22, who said he was deeply saddened to learn of her passing.
“With grace and quiet strength, she stood by Encik Yusof Ishak and steadfastly supported him throughout our tumultuous years of nation building,” said Mr Wong in his tribute.
“Beyond the Istana, she dedicated herself to serving others through organisations like the Singapore Red Cross and the Singapore Muslim Women’s Association.
“Her kindness and service touched countless lives – may her legacy continue to inspire us all.”
Puan Noor Aishah died peacefully at the Singapore General Hospital on April 22 at 4.28am, said the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).