The Austin chapter of the Council on American‑Islamic Relations (CAIR-Austin) today announced with deep sadness the passing of Imam Islam Mossaad, a devoted spiritual leader and interfaith advocate for the Central Texas Muslim community and invited all community members to attend his funeral tomorrow, August 1st, at 3:00 PM at North Austin Muslim Community Center (NAMCC) where he served the community for many years.
Imam Islam Mossaad was tragically struck and killed by an intoxicated driver while crossing the road in Austin last Sunday. Imam Islam Mossaad has been a pillar of faith and service in Austin. He served as an Imam in various mosques from 2008–2023. Known for his spiritual counseling, educational circles, public speaking, and interfaith outreach, he embodied compassion and humility throughout his services.
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FUNERAL PRAYER DETAILS:
- DATE & TIME: August 1st, 3:00PM
- LOCATION: North Austin Muslim Community Center (NAMCC), 11900 N. Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
- CONTACT: cemetery@austinmosque.org
Additional free parking is available in the neighboring church (12:00 – 5:00 PM)
“Imam Islam Mossaad was a servant leader—never too big to do the small things, never too small to do the big things. His legacy goes beyond sermons and prayers—he built bridges with the broader Austin community and civically engaged with everyone,” said Shaimaa Zayan, the Operations Manager of CAIR Austin. “We mourn his sudden and tragic loss and extend our heartfelt condolences to his family.”
“This week, Austin lost one of its prophetic leaders, Imam Islam Mossaad. He had a passion for human condition. He spent the last chapter of his life serving the poor and homeless of Austin. He had a genuine righteous anger on their behalf,” said Rev. Jim Rigby, Saint Andrew’s Presbyterian Church.
“Imam Islam Mossaad was not only an Imam; he was a mentor, a leader, and a friend. He touched so many lives with his infectious smile and kind words. He genuinely loved God and God’s creations and it reflected in the way he spent his life in building bridges and serving people,” said Imam Anwer Imam, Nueces Mosque Imam and Director of Religious Affairs.
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CONTACT: Imam Anwer Imam, 631-871-4846, imam@nuecesmosque.com; Shaimaa Zayan, CAIR-Austin Operations Manager, 512-785-7105, shaimaa.zayan@cairtx.org