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Julio S. Henry aka ‘Sam’ has passed

Information just reaching our news centre is that businessman and talk show host Mr Julio S. Henry aka Sam has died. Photo: VINO/File
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados- Information just reaching our news centre is that businessman and talk show host Mr Julio S. Henry aka Sam has died.

Unconfirmed information is that Mr Henry suffered a heart attack while on vacation in Barbados.

A close family member of Mr Henry has confirmed his passing with our news centre.

Mr Henry, a well-known taxi driver, was a strong supporter of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) and even chaired one of its rallies during the 2023 campaign season.

Mr Henry also served as Chairman of the BVI Scholarship Committee.

He was a regular voice on the International Morning Braff Show on Tola Radio VI.

Mr Henry was against Direct Rule

The social and political commentator, Mr Henry, was one of the persons on the forefront resisting a United Kingdom (UK) takeover following the release of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) Report back in May 2022.

He had called on the people of the VI to stand with a singular voice and reject any attempt by the United Kingdom (UK) Government to suspend the constitution of the territory and impose direct rule.

The Management and Staff of Virgin Islands News Online extend sincere condolences to the family and friends of the late Julio S. Henry aka Sam.

47 Responses to “Julio S. Henry aka ‘Sam’ has passed”

  • omg (24/04/2023, 13:32) Like (15) Dislike (194) Reply
    The ndp killed him
    • Covid? (24/04/2023, 13:59) Like (19) Dislike (18) Reply
      He said he was not vaccinated
      • Hmm (25/04/2023, 08:06) Like (1) Dislike (13) Reply
        Covid is bad in Barbados - if only he took vaccination maybe he would still be alive.
    • the lowest (24/04/2023, 14:53) Like (38) Dislike (2) Reply

      that is really low... it says a lot about you as a person...using this man's death to score political points.... condolences to his family....

    • Arrion (24/04/2023, 21:03) Like (17) Dislike (0) Reply
      @ omg, YOU are SCUM of the sewer. How dare you be so ignorant at a time like this! A well-liked and known person Sam has passed. We are all in shock and saddened by this news. We give his entire family our deepest sympathy and condolences. RIP Sam The Man.
  • cry (24/04/2023, 13:33) Like (24) Dislike (100) Reply

    Lor&& Sm*** put obe** on him

    • Greg (24/04/2023, 21:08) Like (6) Dislike (2) Reply
      @ cry. Someone needs to put obe** on your stupid mudda scunt! Get a life or better yet, jump off the top of Sage Mountain!
  • Unvaxxed sperm donor (24/04/2023, 13:36) Like (27) Dislike (6) Reply
    Wow! R.I.P King! Condolences to your family.
  • BVI islaner (24/04/2023, 13:37) Like (36) Dislike (4) Reply
    RIP you will be missed condolences to the family
  • Lord have mercy.. (24/04/2023, 13:38) Like (34) Dislike (6) Reply
    My good Brethren you really gone..Lord. Tears down my face. An intelligent and reasonable voice of braveness..My God you will be missed.. Heart attack. Hmm
  • Anti Vaxxer (24/04/2023, 13:39) Like (34) Dislike (10) Reply
    When will these heart attacks stop taking our love ones. Wow may you rest in eternal peace Sam.
  • RedStorm (24/04/2023, 13:40) Like (24) Dislike (2) Reply
    May your soul rest in peace.
  • thomas (24/04/2023, 13:41) Like (24) Dislike (3) Reply
    Wow! That's so sad. He will be missed indeed, as he never waivered in giving his strong opinions, especially on topics relating to issues surrounding Government and tourism. My sincere sympathy to his family.
  • Andrea (24/04/2023, 13:43) Like (21) Dislike (2) Reply
    This is so sad. RIP Sam. We, your customers will surely miss you. I am going to miss our 'arguments' and jokes. May your soul rest in peace. My sympathies to the family, friends, customers and his teammates at the BVI Taxi stand. This too shall pass!
    • That Huge Hospital.. (24/04/2023, 14:57) Like (28) Dislike (3) Reply
      We build this Massive Hospital, at present we have a complete empty floor, paying Millions in rent to Rita for office space..No Proper Cardiac Lab that can do Angiogram and stenting..Patient have to be reffered to Bourgan Villa, only to realize they can't pay thay exerbant fee, they try to Travel overseas where the Fee is quarter or the Price Bogan Villa charged..Sometimes ita too late, hope Sam is not one that had to travel and it was too late...Health care in the BVI needs to fix urgently..
      • Please stop! (24/04/2023, 21:13) Like (10) Dislike (3) Reply
        He was on vacation so it had nothing to do with the hospital in Tortola. Please stop this ridiculous speculating and political nonsense as it's hurtful to the family. Let's show some respect and decency to the deceased and his family.
  • one love (24/04/2023, 13:59) Like (19) Dislike (0) Reply
    Rest brother rest
  • herbs power (24/04/2023, 14:00) Like (23) Dislike (39) Reply
    Alot more to go with those vaccines y'all took
  • Hmm (24/04/2023, 14:01) Like (65) Dislike (14) Reply
    But why would Sam be overseas when it's election? Was he sick? Knowing Sam he couldn't wait for this Election Day to come to vote.
    • Curious (24/04/2023, 23:07) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      Hmmm..ask the same question to.
    • @hmm (26/04/2023, 03:02) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      Do you for one minute think perhaps Sam and his wife had their cruise booked and paid for before an election date was decided? Yes, perhaps that’s what happened? DUH!!! So sick of people speculating just to say something. Ridiculous!!
  • tops (24/04/2023, 14:07) Like (4) Dislike (7) Reply
    R I P my childhood friend deportee you will be missed but you will never be forgotten sleep on big Friend
  • Reader (24/04/2023, 14:19) Like (21) Dislike (1) Reply
    My sincere condolences to Sam's family on his sudden loss. My prayer is that you be comforted at this sad time.
  • WOW (24/04/2023, 14:22) Like (53) Dislike (5) Reply
    Met him on a plane to trini years ago for carnival and offered him a place to stay which he accepted
    He stayed with my close relative for free they took him every where and he had a nice time
    He offered Money but they declined it
    He said he thought he was in heaven only ladies in the house and cooked nice meals
    That man never disrespected anyone in any way and was welcomed again anytime
    What a beautiful soul my entire family loved and respected him

    My condolences to the Bereaved family and friends of Sam.
  • Sudden death (24/04/2023, 14:28) Like (25) Dislike (4) Reply
    Global occurrences. Rip. Listeners of the braff will miss Sam.
  • shock (24/04/2023, 14:41) Like (19) Dislike (3) Reply
    You will be greatly missed.
  • Sad (24/04/2023, 14:47) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    Sincere condolences to his immediate family.
  • Mr. Hodge (24/04/2023, 14:48) Like (22) Dislike (0) Reply
    Heart felt condolences to Sam's family, friends and colleagues. He will be sorely missed. Unfortunately, we all have this
    bridge to cross, but none of us know the appointed day or hour. We can only pray for comfort and peace for those left with the pain and make sure we are ready to meet our Creator when the time comes.
  • NASH (24/04/2023, 14:54) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    It's a very sad news my condolence to his family and friends you will be miss. ????????????????
  • Andrew Cox Sr (24/04/2023, 15:00) Like (15) Dislike (0) Reply
    was a bit shocking to hear this news. Sam was always there to offer his transportation service when required from many years. Much Love to His Family and be of Great Faith
  • controversial (24/04/2023, 15:02) Like (26) Dislike (0) Reply
    Respect to Sam family please. To one and all, this is no joke. Sam was a true patriot. He defended his base and made his points whether you liked him or not. You had to know him in order to appreciate him. Strong in his convictions especially when the topic was politics or tourism. His voice will definitely be missed on the Morning Braff. May his soul R. I. P.
  • Dancing with the Stars (24/04/2023, 15:29) Like (16) Dislike (0) Reply
    My condolence to the family of my friend Sam Henry. What a wonderful man to meet. B.V.I has lost a genuine patriot. Sam's death should inspire other men to do annual visit to doctor's clinic as a precaution. May his soul Rest In Peace.
  • EnterTheDragon (24/04/2023, 15:34) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    My friend my colleague partner on the various boards forever friend. Condolences to the wife and son and the other family members be strong for each other, I was happy to share fond memories with him. Those memories will live on in my mind. In Sams memory I will never give in to the oppressors.
  • PureBlood 11 (24/04/2023, 15:43) Like (3) Dislike (6) Reply
    Sam we all will miss you but I think Cindy will the most. Condolences family.
  • Shocker (24/04/2023, 15:55) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
    Never met him but came to know him thru the media. He was passionate about his positions and I respected.that. Condolence to his family.

    On another note we all know life is short. As such I say live it to your fullest even if you become a passionate advocate of your beliefs in life as Sam did.
  • Block negative comments (24/04/2023, 16:14) Like (36) Dislike (2) Reply
    Condolences. The media should block all insensitive comments; Some clearly have no respect for people even after death.
  • THATS WHY (24/04/2023, 16:19) Like (20) Dislike (0) Reply
    WE NEED TO DO THE RIGHT THING / WE NEED TO LIVE AND LET LET LIVE / WE COME WITH TWO EMPTY HANDS AND WHEN WE LEAVING , WE WILL LEAVE WITH TWO EMPTY HANDS , PEOPLE FIGHTING FOR POWER AND LAND ETC ,SOME DON'T EVEN SAY A PRAYER AND
    GIVE THANKS TO GOD FOR LIFE , THEY DON'T EVEN KNOW IF THEY WILL LIVE TO SEE THE NEXT DAY , SO I HOPE EVERYONE CAN GET THEIR ACT TOGETHER FOR THE BETTER OF THEIR PEOPLE AND COUNTRY AND BE ( HONEST ) STOP FIGHTING EACHOTHER , STOP CALLING YOUR BLACK BROTHERS AND SISTERS , (ISLAND PEOPLE ) WHEN WE ALL LIVE ON AN AN ISLAND , AND WE ALL ARE AFRICAN DECENDANTS ) RACISM DIDN'T STOP ( MR STOUTT ) SO LETS RISE ABOVE THAT RACISM AND COLONIALISM RETHORIC THST IS
    BEING USED AS A DISTRACTION , AND I LEAVE WITH MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY .



  • guy hill (24/04/2023, 16:59) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Condolences to his entire family.
  • Horse path iam (24/04/2023, 17:26) Like (13) Dislike (1) Reply
    If anyone needed a platform to promote the BVI it’s people, political and social advancement, Sam made it possible for your voice to be heard to be heard. I remember Sam doing a yeoman’s job in promoting and supporting the Long Look/ East diaspora reunion last summer. More of us need to rise up and be soldiers in our communities as Sam was.
  • E. Leonard (24/04/2023, 19:25) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    Cuz, rest easy on eternal peace. Warmest heartfelt condolences to the family and may the coming days bring you comfort and peace in your mourning.
  • Fathiema (24/04/2023, 20:03) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    RIP Julio Sam Henry, you will be MISSED.
  • :) (24/04/2023, 20:29) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Sad to hear that. He was a cool guy.
  • Madussa (24/04/2023, 21:30) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    I just got home and read this news about Sam. My heart is heavy and I am in shock! I will no longer be able to debate with him about politics. The last time we were debating, we left each other saying "We can agree to disagree" and laughing saying see you later. Tears for my friend and his family. What a true person he was and the utmost respect I had for him for being so honest. May his family have peace knowing so many people liked and respected him. My sincere condolences. Tears.
  • Serrepeptase (24/04/2023, 22:47) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Please y’all do research on thistle eats off and or dissolves clots and plaque in arteries
    My cholesterol was high
    I over dosed two weeks on it and took my test again to see it went from 245 to 215

    I didn’t take the statins my doc prescribed now I use it to maintain/control it

    I started with Dr Best 120 spu
    I took 2 capsules 3 x daily half hour before meals

    Now I jus take 60 spu once daily
    Note if u have serious buildup but it with Natikionase not sure I spelt it right.
    And ladies if u have fibroids use it
    And dead tissue in the body it dissolves it
    Scar tissues as well.
  • @ SERREPEPTASE (26/04/2023, 08:05) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    I WILL JUST LIKE TO ADD , YOU SEEM TO HAVE LEFT OUT ONE IMPORTANT THING , AND ITS THAT FRIENDLY FELLOW CALLED ( S I D E E F F E C T S ) THAT NONE MOF THE DOCTORS ARE TELLING YOU WHEN THEY PRESCRIBE MEDICATIONS FOR YOU , OF WHAT YOU ARE BEING EXPOSED TO , THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY HAS BEEN DESIGNING MEDICATIONS WHICH WILL KEEP YOU COMING BACK TO TREAT SOMETHING ELSE THAT THE MEDICATIONS THAT THEY PRESCRIBED FOR ONE ILLNESS , DEVELOP ANOTHER ONE IN YOUR BODY THAT YOU DIDN'T HAVE BEFORE YOU DTART TAKING THEIR MEDICATIONS ,/ AND SOME ILLNESS CAN BE CURED BY SOME NATURAL HERBS BUT THEY WONT TELL YOU THAT , AND THE ( W H O ) IS INVOLVED WITH THESE PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES , SO ITS ALL ABOUT THEY MONEY ???? BILL GATES IS LIKE A VULTURE GETTING RICH OFF OTHER HUMAN BEINGS WITH A SMILE ON HIS FACE , THE VACCINES WAS ANOTHER OF HIS DEVIOUS MIND


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