In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
The honorable Hujjat al-Islam wal-Muslimin Haj Mirza Muhammad Baqir Ashtiyani- may his blessings last:
The sad news of the passing away of the late Ayatullah Aqa Haj Mirza Mahmoud Ashtiyani- may God be pleased with him- is a matter of great regret and sorrow. The efforts of the deceased in serving Islamic jurisprudence, and his valuable writings have been of immense and everlasting benefit to the school of theology. May the Exalted Lord have mercy on the soul of that great and dignified person, and grant patience and forbearance to his honorable family, especially your honorable self. May God's peace, mercy, and blessings be upon you.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini