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Photos: Ottiwell Simmons Funeral Procession
A funeral procession march in honour of the late Ottiwell Simmons – a labour icon, former Bermuda Industrial Union President and former Member of Parliament – took place yesterday [June 25] starting at St. Paul’s Church, traveling through the City of Hamilton and to St. John’s Church. Related... Read more of this article
Video: Ottiwell Simmons Funeral Procession
The Simmons family, Union members and the community are gathering today to say their final good-byes and celebrate the life of an iconic figure, with former Bermuda Industrial Union President and Member of Parliament Ottiwell Simmons being laid to rest. Please note that if you prefer to watch on TV, the service is also being shown on CITV. The 3.5 hour... Read more of this article
“CURB Mourns The Loss Of A Giant Of A Man”
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] extended their condolences to the family and friends of Ottiwell Simmons, and noted his “lifetime commitment to the workers of Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “From the earliest days of the Bermuda Workers Association to the formation of the Bermuda Industrial Union in 1947, the fight for equality,... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt Signs Condolence Book
Earlier this morning [June 23], Premier David Burt signed the Book of Condolence in tribute to the late Ottiwell Simmons. The Government posted the photo online below, and said, “As a reminder, the Condolence Book is available for signing today at the Cabinet Office until 4.00 pm. Tomorrow June 24th, persons can sign the Condolence Book from 6.00... Read more of this article
Condolence Book Available For Ottiwell Simmons
A Book of Condolence will be available for members of the public to sign in tribute to the late Ottiwell Simmons, an iconic figure of the island’s labour movement who served as as the President of the Bermuda Industrial Union and Member of the House of Assembly. The Book is available from 10.00 am – 4.00 pm, tomorrow June 23rd at the Cabinet... Read more of this article
BTUC: ‘An Icon Of Bermuda’s Labour Movement’
“We have truly lost an icon of Bermuda’s Labour movement, who was not only known for his passion, commitment, dedication, and advocacy for workers rights, but also his resilience to always stand up for democracy and equality,” Bermuda Trade Union Congress [BTUC] General Secretary Kevin Grant said. lMr Grant said, “On behalf of the... Read more of this article
Age Concern Mourn Passing Of Ottiwell Simmons
“On behalf of the Board of Directors of Age Concern Bermuda we join together with the people of Bermuda to mourn the passing of Ottiwell Simmons,” the Age Concern said. A spokesperson said, “A man for a generation who as a lifetime honorary member affiliate of Age Concern afforded the organization the benefit of his knowledge and wisdom, as... Read more of this article
BPSU: “A True Champion For Workers Rights”
“Bro. Ottiwell Simmons will be forever remembered by the BPSU as a true champion for workers’ rights and a symbol of resilience and determination in Bermuda,” the BPSU said. A spokesperson said, “The Executive Committee and the General Council of the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] joins its membership to mourn and give... Read more of this article
Commissiong Pays Tribute To Ottiwell Simmons
The late Ottiwell Simmons helped to change Bermuda, former MP Rolfe Commissiong said, adding that he “stood firm with quiet assurance and steadfast leadership.” Mr Commissiong said, “They say that the good that men do is basically interred with them when they pass. That certainly will not be the fate awaiting Ottiwell Simmons. He... Read more of this article
BIU Mourn The Passing Of Ottiwell Simmons
Noting that his “contributions to the labour movement in Bermuda were beyond measure,” the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] said they mourn the passing of Ottiwell Simmons. Mr Simmons at the 2018 Throne Speech A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Industrial Union mourns the passing of our former President and iconic leader of the labour movement,... Read more of this article
Bermuda Mourns Loss Of Ottiwell Simmons
[Updated] “No odds were too great, no cause too small, and no negotiation too complex for Ottie. Today all Bermuda mourns the father of the modern labour movement,” Premier David Burt expressed his condolences and those of the Government and people of Bermuda at news of the death of Mr. Ottiwell Simmons, former President of the Bermuda Industrial... Read more of this article
