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Hon Delores Christopher passes away

October 16th, 2018 | Tags:
Back in 2013, speaking on the cultural needs of the VI, she told the public “we have to look at our development on the social side… as we need a well rounded development”. Photo: VINO/File
Hon Delores Christopher, an indigenous Virgin Islander was regarded as an authority on the Virgin Islands. Photo: VINO/File
Hon Delores Christopher, an indigenous Virgin Islander was regarded as an authority on the Virgin Islands. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI: Long serving Legislator and Fifth District Representative Hon Delores Christopher has died, family sources confirmed.

Outspoken

The outspoken representative, an indigenous Virgin Islander was regarded as an authority on the Virgin Islands culture.

Back in 2013, speaking on the cultural needs of the VI, she told the public “we have to look at our development on the social side… as we need a well rounded development”. She said “we need someplace where our history can be preserved on a permanent basis”.

However, while acknowledging that there may be a few places where there are artifacts on display, she told the HOA “they cannot be classified as a real museum”.

Raw passion 

The Fifth District Representative went on to say “we need our documentation to be all in one place and this is not only for us, Madam Speaker, but for our children….. The time is fast coming when it becomes an issue of identity…Who is a Virgin Islander? What does that mean?… And this is for the benefit of our children and grandchildren…This is an important question and we cannot run away from it.”

Around that time, persons felt that Hon. Christopher should have been given the post of Minister for Education and Culture following the 2011 general elections that saw her National Democratic Party (NDP) government return to power.

She called for the building of a national museum to preserve the Virgin Islands cultural heritage.

VINO will bring more information on her passing as it becomes available.

18 Responses to “Hon Delores Christopher passes away”

  • king (16/10/2018, 16:06) Like (56) Dislike (1) Reply
    A woman with passion she will be truly missed ❣️
  • DSW (16/10/2018, 16:09) Like (43) Dislike (2) Reply
    Sincere condolences to entire family, RIP
  • Andrew Cox Sr (16/10/2018, 16:11) Like (45) Dislike (1) Reply
    Sincere condolence goes out to the entire Christopher Family from the Cox Family
  • Sandra Phillip Hodge (16/10/2018, 16:15) Like (52) Dislike (1) Reply
    This is very sad news... another blow to the territory. May her soul rest in eternal peace.
    My sympathy to her family and colleagues. She will be remembered as courageous and sincere.


    • Disinterested (16/10/2018, 22:46) Like (50) Dislike (0) Reply
      What is there to dislike about Sandra’s warm and compassionate sentiments. Some of us are possessed and twisted.
  • Alfaya (16/10/2018, 16:16) Like (37) Dislike (0) Reply
    My deepest condolences to her family. She was a VIslander to the bone.
  • Daniel Rogers (16/10/2018, 16:37) Like (36) Dislike (1) Reply
    I extend my deepest condolences and prayerful support to the entire family.
  • Hmmmm (16/10/2018, 16:50) Like (34) Dislike (1) Reply
    Wow.. Sad.. People there is no cure for stress no amount of money or doctors can cure stress.. Live a happy life, do right and what is pleasing to the Almighty.. Treat people fairly and with respect..Stress kills or makes your illness very difficult to cure.. Her Job was a very stressful one... I like her. She put her all into what she did....My deepest sympathy..
  • Binocs (16/10/2018, 17:18) Like (17) Dislike (12) Reply
    This is such sad news.
    For all those who blog rubbish about not seeing her in the 5th, what do you have to say now.

    Condolences to her entire family
  • Honey Bun (16/10/2018, 17:48) Like (5) Dislike (15) Reply
    RIP. Deh high scientist children dem gon go hungry now. Ahh Meh Boy.
  • E. Leonard (16/10/2018, 18:54) Like (18) Dislike (1) Reply
    Warmest and deepest condolences to the family of Hon Delores Christopher (D-5) on her passing. Stay strong during this sad and sorrowful time. Cuz, rest in eternal peace.
  • Pussman (16/10/2018, 18:55) Like (20) Dislike (0) Reply
    This is very sad news to me Rip hon Christopher u will be missed
  • chad (16/10/2018, 19:47) Like (13) Dislike (2) Reply
    She was a nice woman. She will be missed.
  • So Sadden.. (16/10/2018, 22:18) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    A lady with passion and compassion. A true virginislander to the core, who will truly be missed.
    I extend deepest condolences to her family. I invite all of you to prepare your souls, if you have not already done so, for that great waking up morning so that you can all rise together to meet Christ in the air.
  • Oh My (17/10/2018, 02:13) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    I remember meeting her the very first time 3 years ago. As a young person, She was always so warm and inviting. Every time I saw her she stopped and spoke to me. Offered advise so many times. Stay strong art. It's not easy I know and these words cannot suffice but please stay strong.
  • guy hill (17/10/2018, 02:32) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    Condolences to her family in this time of bereavement. Rest in Power Woman Soldier.
  • Mina Jaigopaul (17/10/2018, 09:58) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Shocking news...so sad to hear Hon Christopher has departed this world. Condolences to Bob, Troy, Art and Najan. Take comfort in the legacy she left you. She will be missed. RIP dear lady.


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