Category: Tributes
Opera Singer Jon Vickers “One Of The Greatest”
Jon Vickers, who has been described as one of the greatest opera singers of the 20th century, has died at the age of 88 following a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Mr. Vickers was born on October 29, 1926 in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, and moved Bermuda in 1973. A story in OperaNews.com says, “It is one measure of his achievement that he sang... Read more of this article
St Johns Pay Tribute To Jacqueline Brown
On Saturday, May 30, a memorial service was held for Jacqueline Brown, past Executive Director of Bermuda charity St. John Ambulance, at Peace Lutheran Church Devonshire. Governor George Fergusson was in attendance, as were over 20 St. John Brigade members. A motorcade of ambulances led by John Rapid Response motorcycle escort riders proceeded from... Read more of this article
Tributes Paid On Passing Of Alanzo Parsons
Tributes have poured out following the passing of Alanzo Parsons, who was a talented footballer that played for the Bermuda under-20 team as well as Devonshire Cougars. Numerous messages have been posted on social media, and both the PLP and BFA also expressed their condolences. The Progressive Labour Party said they “would like to extend our sincerest... Read more of this article
Condolences On Passing Of Kenyetta Young
The Progressive Labour Party extended their condolences to the family and friends of union giant Kenyetta Young, who passed away this weekend. According to the BIU’s website, Mr Young was a 17 year old trainee plumber who had not long been out of school when he was attracted to the Union, and by 1965, he “was a full fledged activist when the BELCO... Read more of this article
“BPS Has Lost A Highly Respected Colleague”
The Bermuda Police Service has “lost a highly respected colleague and dear friend,” Commissioner of Police Michael DeSilva said following the passing of retired Superintendent Victor Richmond. Commissioner DeSilva said, “On behalf of all ranks and members of staff of the Bermuda Police Service I express our sympathies on the passing of retired... Read more of this article
Tributes Paid Following Passing Of Colin Smith
Following the passing of former Somerset Cricket Club [SCC] president Colin Smith, the community of Somerset and the island at large have taken to expressing their condolences, with current president of the SCC Alfred Maybury calling Mr. Smith’s death “a great loss, not only to me but to all of the Somerset and Bermuda community.” Mr. Maybury... Read more of this article
Tribute To Former Commissioner Darcy Gimas
The Human Rights Commission said it is with great sadness that they learned of the passing of former Commissioner, Ms. Darcy Gimas. The HRC said, “Darcy was appointed as a Commissioner in January 2013 following a competitive independent recruitment and selection process. Clearly, her professional and personal dedication to serving as an advocate for... Read more of this article
Boys Brigade Founder Will Be “Sadly Missed”
Many on the island are mourning the recent passing of Cecil Downs, the founder of the Bermuda Boys’ Brigade, with the Reverend Anthony D. Pettit, Chaplain to the Bermuda Boys’ Brigade, writing that he will be “sadly missed.” Mr. Downs passed away recently at the age of 99, just a few months shy of his 100th birthday, and a funeral will be held... Read more of this article
PLP Extends Condolences To The Busby Family
The Progressive Labour Party tonight [Jan 22] extended condolences after the passing of west end centenarian resident Iola Busby, saying “The PLP joins with the Sandys community, family and friends in mourning the passing of Mrs. Iola Busby.” Sandys South MP Jamahl Simmons remarked, “As many Bermudians may know, Mrs. Busby last August celebrated... Read more of this article
PLP: Condolences To Sayeed Ramadan’s Family
The Progressive Labour Party extended their condolences following the passing of well known Bermudian jeweler Sayeed Ramadan. A PLP spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party extends our deepest condolences to the family of Sayeed Ramadan, a well known Bermudian jeweler, and the father of Shadow Health Minister Kim Wilson. “We hope the family... Read more of this article
Law Students Pay Tribute To Stephen Edwards
The Law Students’ Association of Bermuda have paid tribute to the late Stephen Edwards, who was a law student of the University of Sussex, saying he was acutely interested in making a contribution to his country and poised to be a future leader. Mr. Edwards, 19, died following a serious motorcycle collision that occurred on December 30, 2014. A successful... Read more of this article
