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Exclusive: VI royalty Patsy C. Lake hosts 70th birthday in style & high elegance

- Hundreds turn out to honour political & social stalwart & hero Ms Lake as the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex was transformed into an oasis of sophistication, beauty, and high-end fashion
Having met the milestone of 70 years, Ms Patsy C. Lake celebrated gala style on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Ms Patsy C. Lake and her close family at her 70th birthday celebration on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Ms Patsy C. Lake and her close family at her 70th birthday celebration on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Family and employees at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th Birthday night celebrations. Photo: VINO
Family and employees at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th Birthday night celebrations. Photo: VINO
A mother and daughter moment. Ms Patsy C. Lake with her only daugher Susanne K. Rhymer. Photo: VINO
A mother and daughter moment. Ms Patsy C. Lake with her only daugher Susanne K. Rhymer. Photo: VINO
Another toast by Ms Moviene Fahie. Photo: VINO
Another toast by Ms Moviene Fahie. Photo: VINO
Former Minister for Natural Resources and Labour Mr Omar W. Hodge moves a toast to the woman of the night, Ms Patsy C. Lake. Photo: VINO
Former Minister for Natural Resources and Labour Mr Omar W. Hodge moves a toast to the woman of the night, Ms Patsy C. Lake. Photo: VINO
Mrs Irene Penn-O’Neal who spoke of her being inspired by Ms Lake that accounts for her being a successful business woman today in the VI. Photo: VINO
Mrs Irene Penn-O’Neal who spoke of her being inspired by Ms Lake that accounts for her being a successful business woman today in the VI. Photo: VINO
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable D Orlando Smith having his brief moment with Ms Pasty Lake. Photo: VINO
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable D Orlando Smith having his brief moment with Ms Pasty Lake. Photo: VINO
Dalan M. Vanterpool kept the hall warm with his appropriately entertaining music on the saxophone with contemporary and modern jazz style musical entertainment
Dalan M. Vanterpool kept the hall warm with his appropriately entertaining music on the saxophone with contemporary and modern jazz style musical entertainment
The Flax family having the moment with the woman of the night. Photo: VINO
The Flax family having the moment with the woman of the night. Photo: VINO
Proprietor of Maria's By the Sea and Former Commissioner of Department of Motor vehicle Ms Lorna F. Christopher at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Proprietor of Maria's By the Sea and Former Commissioner of Department of Motor vehicle Ms Lorna F. Christopher at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mr Kamau A. Georges did his version of 'Lady in red' as part of his tribute to Ms Lake. Photo: VINO
Mr Kamau A. Georges did his version of 'Lady in red' as part of his tribute to Ms Lake. Photo: VINO
Mrs Valarie Stephens-Gordon (middle) and husband Mr Julian Gordon at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mrs Valarie Stephens-Gordon (middle) and husband Mr Julian Gordon at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Clerk of the House of Assembly Ms Phillis Evans, left, was present at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Clerk of the House of Assembly Ms Phillis Evans, left, was present at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Proprietor of Bobby’s Market Place Elton S. Leonard celebrates with Ms Patsy Lake at her 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Proprietor of Bobby’s Market Place Elton S. Leonard celebrates with Ms Patsy Lake at her 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Some of the Fahie's at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Some of the Fahie's at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
One of the many smartly dressed waiters and waitresses who worked at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
One of the many smartly dressed waiters and waitresses who worked at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Section of the large crowd that lined up to enter the Multi Purpose Sports Complex for Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Section of the large crowd that lined up to enter the Multi Purpose Sports Complex for Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
The Razor Blades band keeping the company of those waiting to enter the venue with live music Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
The Razor Blades band keeping the company of those waiting to enter the venue with live music Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Opposition Leader Hon. Ralph T. O'Neal, OBE and wife Mrs Edris O'Neal having a light moment with Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Ronnie W. Skelton and his wife Mrs Janice Skelton at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Opposition Leader Hon. Ralph T. O'Neal, OBE and wife Mrs Edris O'Neal having a light moment with Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Ronnie W. Skelton and his wife Mrs Janice Skelton at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Dramatic poetry was also part of the party at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Dramatic poetry was also part of the party at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Regional General Manager of Delta Petroleum, Mr Bevis A. Sylvester having a good time at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Regional General Manager of Delta Petroleum, Mr Bevis A. Sylvester having a good time at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
A gospel artiste who traveled all the way from St. Croix, USVI to perform at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
A gospel artiste who traveled all the way from St. Croix, USVI to perform at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mr A.O. Shirley getting his wine served at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mr A.O. Shirley getting his wine served at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
McKenzie L. K. Baltimore aka B'More in his usual style added some rhythm to the stage at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
McKenzie L. K. Baltimore aka B'More in his usual style added some rhythm to the stage at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Local dancer performed at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Local dancer performed at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
This little girl showcased her talent at Ms C. Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
This little girl showcased her talent at Ms C. Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Ushers at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Ushers at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mr Wendell M. Gaskin underscored the values of Ms Lake to the Virgin Islands as he said she has been involved emotionally and physically in the development of the VI territory. “Patsy is a political icon in this territory,” said Mr Gaskin. “When Pasty talk these days politicians listen,” he added. Photo: VINO
Mr Wendell M. Gaskin underscored the values of Ms Lake to the Virgin Islands as he said she has been involved emotionally and physically in the development of the VI territory. “Patsy is a political icon in this territory,” said Mr Gaskin. “When Pasty talk these days politicians listen,” he added. Photo: VINO
Mr Neil J. Thomas and his mother at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mr Neil J. Thomas and his mother at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mr Paul 'Gadiethz' Peart and Ms Yonette Adams-Wintz having a photo moment. Photo: VINO
Mr Paul 'Gadiethz' Peart and Ms Yonette Adams-Wintz having a photo moment. Photo: VINO
Mr Alfred Christopher and Ms Maria Dawson at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mr Alfred Christopher and Ms Maria Dawson at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Ms Jasmine Brewley and Mr Dean Simmons at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Ms Jasmine Brewley and Mr Dean Simmons at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Ms DeAnna Wattley sings her soul out at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Ms DeAnna Wattley sings her soul out at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
President of the BVI Cancer Society Ms Gloria A. Fahie at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
President of the BVI Cancer Society Ms Gloria A. Fahie at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
The presence and importance of prayer in the family structure of Ms Lake was also underscored and an excellent quality of hers and she was said to have been the mother that ensure that she thought her children the how to and the values of prayers something that was even passed down to her grand children and one at the tender age of five years took to opening the nights proceedings with the Lord’s prayer, flawlessly. Photo: VINO
The presence and importance of prayer in the family structure of Ms Lake was also underscored and an excellent quality of hers and she was said to have been the mother that ensure that she thought her children the how to and the values of prayers something that was even passed down to her grand children and one at the tender age of five years took to opening the nights proceedings with the Lord’s prayer, flawlessly. Photo: VINO
Mrs Zoe J. Walcott-McMillan is all smiles. Photo: VINO
Mrs Zoe J. Walcott-McMillan is all smiles. Photo: VINO
Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) and Ms Joy N. Francis Chief Executive Officer of the National Bank of the Virgin Islands at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) and Ms Joy N. Francis Chief Executive Officer of the National Bank of the Virgin Islands at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Dr. Allison C. Flax-Archer and husband Mr David D. Archer family having the moment with the woman of the night. Photo: VINO
Dr. Allison C. Flax-Archer and husband Mr David D. Archer family having the moment with the woman of the night. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses from Mr Alphonso Warner to say happy birthday to Ms Lake. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses from Mr Alphonso Warner to say happy birthday to Ms Lake. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Deputy Director of the Social Security Board Mr Roy E. Barry and wife at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Deputy Director of the Social Security Board Mr Roy E. Barry and wife at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mr Kelvin Thomas, right, at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mr Kelvin Thomas, right, at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
At Large Representative, Hon. Archibald C. Christian and wife. Photo: VINO
At Large Representative, Hon. Archibald C. Christian and wife. Photo: VINO
Mr A. O. Shirley was among the guests at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th Birthday night celebrations. Photo: VINO
Mr A. O. Shirley was among the guests at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th Birthday night celebrations. Photo: VINO
Regional General Manager of Delta Petroleum, Mr Bevis A. Sylvester at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th Birthday night celebrations. Photo: VINO
Regional General Manager of Delta Petroleum, Mr Bevis A. Sylvester at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th Birthday night celebrations. Photo: VINO
Chairman of the Virgin Islands Party Honourable Julian Fraser, RA and wife Mrs Kharid Fraser. Photo: VINO
Chairman of the Virgin Islands Party Honourable Julian Fraser, RA and wife Mrs Kharid Fraser. Photo: VINO
Chairman of PEP Honourable J. Alvin Christopher and his wife. Photo: VINO
Chairman of PEP Honourable J. Alvin Christopher and his wife. Photo: VINO
Guests at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th Birthday celebrations. Photo: VINO
Guests at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th Birthday celebrations. Photo: VINO
Guests at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th Birthday celebrations. Photo: VINO
Guests at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th Birthday celebrations. Photo: VINO
Speaker of the House of Assembly Ms Ingrid A. Moses in white. Photo: VINO
Speaker of the House of Assembly Ms Ingrid A. Moses in white. Photo: VINO
Speaker of the House Ms Ingrid Moses and husband of Hon Delores Christopher. Photo: VINO
Speaker of the House Ms Ingrid Moses and husband of Hon Delores Christopher. Photo: VINO
Fifth District Representative, Honourable Delores Christopher and Representative for the Eighth District Hon Marlon A. Penn. Photo: VINO
Fifth District Representative, Honourable Delores Christopher and Representative for the Eighth District Hon Marlon A. Penn. Photo: VINO
Former Executive Director of the International Finance Centre and Virgin Islander, Sherri L. Ortiz, right, at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th Birthday night celebrations. Photo: VINO
Former Executive Director of the International Finance Centre and Virgin Islander, Sherri L. Ortiz, right, at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th Birthday night celebrations. Photo: VINO
Territorial At Large Member Honourable Archibald C. Christian and Deputy Governor V. Inez Archibald. Photo: VINO
Territorial At Large Member Honourable Archibald C. Christian and Deputy Governor V. Inez Archibald. Photo: VINO
Guests at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th Birthday night celebrations. Photo: VINO
Guests at Ms Patsy Lake's 70th Birthday night celebrations. Photo: VINO
First District Representative Hon. Andrew A. Fahie greeting persons at the party. Photo: VINO
First District Representative Hon. Andrew A. Fahie greeting persons at the party. Photo: VINO
Radio Personality Mr Neil Blyden and wife Mrs Janice Blyden. Photo: VINO
Radio Personality Mr Neil Blyden and wife Mrs Janice Blyden. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses and well wishes were the order of the night. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses and well wishes were the order of the night. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses and well wishes were the order of the night. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses and well wishes were the order of the night. Photo: VINO
Architect Steve Augustine greets Ms Lake. Photo: VINO
Architect Steve Augustine greets Ms Lake. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses for Ms Lake from the wife of Chairman of PEP Honourable J. Alvin Christopher. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses for Ms Lake from the wife of Chairman of PEP Honourable J. Alvin Christopher. Photo: VINO
Solicitor General Mrs Joanne Williams-Roberts, in black and white, poses with other and Ms Lake. Photo: VINO
Solicitor General Mrs Joanne Williams-Roberts, in black and white, poses with other and Ms Lake. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses and well wishes were the order of the night. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses and well wishes were the order of the night. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses and well wishes were the order of the night. Photo: VINO
Hugs, kisses and well wishes were the order of the night. Photo: VINO
Registrar-General Ms Stephanie Benn at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Registrar-General Ms Stephanie Benn at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Mr Richard C. de Castro with Ms Lake. Photo: VINO
Mr Richard C. de Castro with Ms Lake. Photo: VINO
Ready to serve dinner. Photo: VINO
Ready to serve dinner. Photo: VINO
This couple savours the moment at the party. Photo: VINO
This couple savours the moment at the party. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
Scene at Ms Patsy C. Lake's 70th birthday celebrations on January 17, 2015. Photo: VINO
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Successful daughter of the Virgin Islands and longtime 'political icon' Patsy C. Lake had a memorable 70th birthday celebration as a large number of persons attended and had lots of wonderful remarks for her at a transformed Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on January 17, 2015.

At the stroke of 8pm, Ms Lake, her daughter Suzanne K. Rymer and the other ladies of the family circle who were smartly dressed in red, and the men in smartly attired black suits, all walked into the hall of the facility as it went up with loud rounds of applause.

During that time the very talented Kamau A. Georges and Dalan M. Vanterpool kept the hall warm with their appropriately entertaining music on the saxophone with contemporary and modern jazz style musical entertainment and backed up periodically by a special disc jockey.

The family that prays

Ms Lake and her family members sat at a specially set table where persons had the opportunity to meet, greet and give her their wishes personally.

It was a night that she did not take to the microphone but her outpouring of tears spoke for her. Constantly consoled by her loved ones, Ms Lake sat and listened to the many encouraging remarks. Tears soon filled the eyes of the birthday woman when Ms Brenda Vanterpool spoke of Ms Lake as ‘The family woman’.

Ms Vanterpool described her dear friend as a gifted and blessed lady, one who wears many hats but the one she values most is that of being a mother to her three children- her only daughter Susanne and two boys Marvin and Alex.

The presence and importance of prayer in the family structure of Ms Lake was also underscored as an excellent quality of hers. She was said to have been the mother that ensured she taught her children how to and the value of prayers. This is something that has even passed down to her grandchildren and one at the tender age of five took to opening the night's proceedings with the Lord’s prayer, flawlessly.

“When Pasty talks these days politicians listen”

Another that spoke was Mr Wendell M. Gaskin, who underscored the value of Ms Lake to the Virgin Islands as he said she has been involved emotionally and physically in the development of the VI territory. “Patsy is a political icon in this territory,” said Mr Gaskin. “When Pasty talks these days politicians listen,” he added.

He further described her as a committed businesswoman and a friend of the old creed, “A friend in need is a friend indeed”. He too was mesmerised by the transformation of the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex as he said it was the most magical nights in the history of the Virgin Islands.

Toasts were moved by three persons; Ms Morvina Fahie who said when she entered the building she thought it was a cruise ship, it was like heaven and the most beautiful ever seen in the VI. The other to move a toast was Mr Omar W. Hodge whose words were few but emotionally said, “...this is tremendously beautiful” and Mrs Irene Penn-O’Neal who spoke of her being inspired by Ms Lake and that it has accounted for her being a successful businesswoman today in the VI.

Many others described Ms Lake as ‘Pasty the contractor’, Patsy the woman who is always building, Patsy the diva with a twinkle in the eye and a pleasant smile, Patsy the woman that can fit a 4ft building in a 3ft space of land, Patsy the woman who transformed the landscape of Road Town, Pasty the woman that seems to have a transformer in her being that has a direct connection to God, Patsy that can turn water into wine and Patsy the epitome of royalty.

Ms Lake a national hero

Ms Lake is recognised in Virgin Islands’ history as a national hero having been at the forefront in the fight alongside Noel Lloyd and the Positive Action Movement to preserve Wickham’s Cay and Anegada lands from being taking away from the people through the famous Bates Hill Agreement.

This agreement would have seen the lands being leased to a UK Company for 99 years, shutting out locals from having access for the development and economic benefits of such areas.

Ms Patsy Lake is one of the few women who risked their lives to fight for the rights of Virgin Islanders and continue to have influence on the political stage in the Virgin Islands.

70 Responses to “Exclusive: VI royalty Patsy C. Lake hosts 70th birthday in style & high elegance”

  • Andrew Cox Sr (18/01/2015, 10:37) Like (27) Dislike (10) Reply
    a "STONG" Virgin Islands "WOMAN"....great!!!!!
  • Gloria Fahie (18/01/2015, 10:55) Like (25) Dislike (9) Reply
    Cousin Patsy you had a birthday party befitting royalty. I want to wish you the very best that life has to offer and once again HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
  • xxxxxxxx (18/01/2015, 11:11) Like (18) Dislike (4) Reply
    Hats off the best night of my life Pasty is girl mehson
  • ccc (18/01/2015, 11:22) Like (35) Dislike (8) Reply
    Never seen anything like this before this is the party of the year
    • Wrong (19/01/2015, 08:17) Like (13) Dislike (35) Reply
      Why is the multisports center now being used for birthday parties? Use the damn facility for what it is meant and give the youths something to do that doesn't involve hanging around on street corners. This is wrong on so many levels when this should have been held elsewhere. Develop sports - that's why the money was spent to build the facility. No vision at all.
      • Yes (19/01/2015, 12:04) Like (22) Dislike (1) Reply
        If she paid to use it WTF is the problem?
        • @LOL (19/01/2015, 13:48) Like (8) Dislike (6) Reply
          Was it a sporting event? Were sporting people able to use the facilities for what they were built this weekend? So I guess for you it would be ok to Turn a church into a strip club, a School into a night club, the red cross building into taxi stand as long as they all pay their money? Rather than me ask WTF is your problem it is extremely clear what your problem is - you sit on your brains to keep them warm.
          • Hmm (20/01/2015, 08:38) Like (9) Dislike (1) Reply
            Are pageants sports? Are entertainers sports? Envy and jealousy. Leave Patsy alone.
            • Wrong (20/01/2015, 15:35) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
              Nothing to do with patsy lake - I comment the same when graduations, pageants, religious events and concerts are held in there. Look at the bigger picture instead of thinking its victimizing Patsy
        • pat (19/01/2015, 23:49) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
          now there's a question. who paid for it?
      • tarus , comidy (19/01/2015, 14:41) Like (10) Dislike (1) Reply
        ohh please i am no fan of patsy but it is not a problem when it is being used to host comedy shows tarus Riley concerts and jams go read a book
        • Comedy, fool! (19/01/2015, 18:13) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
          Tarrus Riley's Concert wasn't held there. get your facts straight!
      • + (19/01/2015, 23:34) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
        Well perhaps this is why it is called the MULTIPURPOSE sports complex. Someone's birthday celebration has absolutely nothing to do with youth development. lol Especially if they paid to use it.
  • D.I.N (18/01/2015, 11:31) Like (25) Dislike (17) Reply
    You mean the $40.00 minister did not get his pic taken??? he must not have had his medication Hahehehehehe..Kudos Ms. Lake Well done!!!…Well done!!! no one can do it like you!
    • mother hen (18/01/2015, 13:27) Like (11) Dislike (6) Reply
      the party of all parties happy birthday dear Ms. P...you are a women with class
    • the rock (18/01/2015, 18:56) Like (24) Dislike (9) Reply
      its a amazing how much control the minister have on you..its patsy's birthday and u here crying over the minister..hahehehehehe!
      • @ the rock (19/01/2015, 07:42) Like (4) Dislike (3) Reply
        which minister now? why everything has to be poltricks...Ms. Lake you are the best the BVI royal family
  • Myrnita (18/01/2015, 11:44) Like (12) Dislike (12) Reply
    Congratulations from Daytona to my dear friend Patsy, I am so sorry I were not there to attend such an historic occasion, but I followed all I could on the Internet, you have done remarkably well as a business woman and also giving back to your community as well. I would like to wish you and your entire family Gods blessings as you continue walking the never ending road to further success. Good luck Always Patsy . Myrna Fonseca
    • emblem (20/01/2015, 09:31) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
      People only came for d food LOL
      • @emblem (22/01/2015, 16:28) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
        You are so damn shallow. I was there and did not eat. So maybe you can tell me why I went. Negativity is a chronic disease that eats at the soul. Do yourself a favour. Get rid of that negative mentality.
  • Yes (18/01/2015, 11:58) Like (35) Dislike (19) Reply
    Waste of time
    • Guest (18/01/2015, 17:29) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply

      Recognize the living.

    • +++ (19/01/2015, 08:28) Like (11) Dislike (2) Reply
      It is not necessarily good to be able to fit 4 ft building on t 3 ft land. The laws have to be followed.
      And she definitely has the ear of ministers.
      • @ +++ (19/01/2015, 11:35) Like (6) Dislike (4) Reply

        Hater hater hater and jealousy alert yall
        • +++ (19/01/2015, 23:55) Like (6) Dislike (2) Reply
          not at all. She has guts and courage. and knows how to throw her weight around to get what she wants. But no one is above the law. People should work within the system for the good of everyone, not just one.
  • cay (18/01/2015, 12:46) Like (13) Dislike (11) Reply
    i am still not seing a lot of the social elites at this party Ms. P
  • one eye (18/01/2015, 13:56) Like (9) Dislike (4) Reply

    Where is the likes of lorna smith, the malones, the dude from nagico, mark etc maybe they too missed the photo opps

  • annie (18/01/2015, 15:35) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply

    It looked like a great party!

  • qc (18/01/2015, 19:38) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    My big ups to Mrs. Lake for a most excited even and all who came was well pleased
  • Hmmmm (18/01/2015, 19:53) Like (8) Dislike (9) Reply
    Royalty indeed...when Patsy speaks NDP trembles
  • kids (18/01/2015, 21:20) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Lovely Pics
  • ABC (18/01/2015, 21:53) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Oh what a night! The best
  • ready (19/01/2015, 00:45) Like (6) Dislike (2) Reply
    Pat did it her way
  • ... (19/01/2015, 05:46) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    This was a grand affair mon.
  • Joc (19/01/2015, 09:41) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    everyone was there except me, lol.
  • whisper (19/01/2015, 11:10) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    Note the absence of her siblings.
    • for real (22/01/2015, 09:05) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      Her sisters from the US were there looking lovely. With over 400 people in attendance you cannot see everyone. For the entire night we never again saw the people who were in front of us in the line to get in...that gives you an idea of how vast the space and celebrations were. Here's to the celebration of life for Patsy and us all
  • Makeup Police (19/01/2015, 11:32) Like (11) Dislike (4) Reply
    I hope some of these attendees run quickly to the make up shop and get the right color foundation for their faces. lol
  • Klas Buring (19/01/2015, 11:37) Like (26) Dislike (1) Reply
    This party has made history with over 400 people there and all political parties Ms. Lake girl you got style and fashion mewy bouy!! It was a grand event...Do not mind the wicked haters who were not invited they just feel left out
  • razor (19/01/2015, 12:30) Like (29) Dislike (0) Reply
    I liked the family photo every look pretty in their red
    • JACK BE STILL (19/01/2015, 23:16) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      Few political leaders have embodied Ms. Lake's exceptionalism as the VIP
  • Query (19/01/2015, 13:49) Like (7) Dislike (9) Reply
    Is it the food or the air in the BVI?
    Can't help but notice the abundance of "hamlike" looking arms of the women.
  • x factor (19/01/2015, 13:55) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    Excellent event well planned and excuted
  • kevin (19/01/2015, 20:04) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    patsy you’re not alone in a room
  • big bird (19/01/2015, 22:20) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    The most expense birthday party I have seen this thing was fit for the Queen of Spain
  • DON Q (19/01/2015, 23:12) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    And just about the time the night sky was touching the horizon in Road Town, I turn at look at the multi-sports complex and could only conclude, it was glorious, it was magnificent! it was Patsy Lake’s 70 birthday bash
  • + (19/01/2015, 23:31) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    I didn't know anything about the event until the night of, seeing the guests entering from the outside; but I personally think this was a FABULOUS idea!!! & that family photo is absolutely breath taking~!!! Happy Birthday!!!
    • Yes (19/01/2015, 23:48) Like (5) Dislike (9) Reply
      What a pack of not so handsome people.
      • x (20/01/2015, 08:20) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
        Very nice and good looking people yall
      • SIDS (20/01/2015, 08:40) Like (4) Dislike (2) Reply
        HATERS HATERS ARE YOU SORRY THAT YOU WERE NOT INVITED? YOU MUST REMEMBER NOT EVERY BODY WANTS BADMINDED PEOPLE AROUND. MISS LAKE YOU GOTTEN YOUR THREE SCORES AND TEN AND BY THE GRACE OF GOD HE SAY HE WILL GIVE US MORE SO I HOPE YOU WILL GET ALOT MORE . HAPPY BIRTHDAY. LOVE YOU AND GOD BLESS. I WAS NOT INVITED BUT I SO HAPPY FOR YOU.
  • BabyPowderPolice (20/01/2015, 00:57) Like (6) Dislike (4) Reply
    This look like a Halloween party, so many women with WHITE masks LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL
  • Paula (20/01/2015, 09:13) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Your family photo is very beautiful Ms Lake happy birthday this was well planed
  • factt check (20/01/2015, 11:40) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    Thee party was on just the bumb
  • in the news (20/01/2015, 15:16) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    well she could not invite everyone
  • just in (21/01/2015, 15:00) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Happy birthday Ms. Patsy…long life remains a blessings
  • ff (22/01/2015, 18:33) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Ms lake did u get my card?
  • i was there (22/01/2015, 23:18) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    i can't stop watching myself in the photos the best party I have ever gone too
  • run it red (23/01/2015, 06:49) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    I love the red is it for ndp?
  • bvi (23/01/2015, 15:31) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Patsy Lake is just a women of class bottom line!
  • Local (23/01/2015, 20:19) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    this was better organize than thoes premier xmas party at maria's and that nonsence at the Admin complex like a framers weeks ting
  • 123 (25/01/2015, 12:29) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Fascinating news this article
  • Flag (25/01/2015, 12:34) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    this party is a way to jump- start the economy!




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