On March 30, 2024, a tragic event occurred that would forever impact the Lauban Mastura family - the passing of Datu Datun Lauban Mastura, affectionately known as “Datsberg”.
The 26th Supreme of Magindanaw, His Majesty Abdulaziz Zulkarnain Mastura Kudarat VI, on behalf of the Sultanate of Magindanaw, SKDOP, the Royal Ladies, the Royal Maharlika, and We Care for Humanity (WCH), issued a formal message of condolences: “Allah Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi rajoon! On behalf of the Sultanate of Magindanaw, Sultan Kudarat Descendants Organization of the Philippines (SKDOP), the Royal ladies of Magindanaw, Royal Maharlika, and We Care for Humanity, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and relatives of our brother, “DATU DATUN LAUBAN MASTURA” for his untimely passing. May Allah grant him Jannah and provide comfort and strength to his loved ones during this difficult time.”
Her Royal Highness Princess Febraida Mastura Matalam, the royal princess of the Sultanate, shared her sentiments, “Losing a brother as caring and understanding as Datu Datsberg is heartbreaking. I pray that Allah grants him the highest place in Jannah. May he rests in peace.”
Datat Datsberg was cherished and respected by many. He was a self-employed individual with a wide circle of friends. Known for his generosity, devoutness, and as a loving father, husband, son, brother, uncle, and a thoughtful friend, he was survived by wife, Leah Latada Mastura and children: Al-Yossef, Ayessa, Ayssel, Alayssa, Alissa, and Al-Yasser Mastura.
