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
Rugby Community Pays Tribute To Edwards
The Bermuda rugby community came together at the Somersfield Academy School field in order to remember Stephen Edwards yesterday [Jan 1], playing a memorial match in his honour, while his teammates in the UK also paid tribute saying he represented the club with “class both on and off the pitch.” Mr. Edwards, 19, died following a serious motorcycle... Read more of this article
Eron Hill Column: “Sleep in Peace Green Eyes”
[Opinion column written by Eron Hill] It’s so Hard to Say Goodbye To Yesterday! Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but love leaves a memory no one can steal. Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. I write today to those who have lost love ones,... Read more of this article
Premier’s Condolences: Death Of Mr Woolcock
[Updated] This evening Premier Michael Dunkley extended his condolences following the passing of Peter Woolcock, who died earlier today after being struck by a car. Premier Dunkley said, “Mr. Woolcock amassed a successful career as a comic strip artist and as a political cartoonist. He published numerous books and was best known in Bermuda for his... Read more of this article
