The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has paid tribute to the late Director of Communications, Mrs Karia J. Christopher, who passed away suddenly on Friday, December 5, 2025. Photo: GIS/RDA

The post by the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) made on January 9, 2026. Photo: Facebook

The RDA in a social media post on January 9, 2026, said it "honours the life, legacy, and extraordinary service of Karía Christopher-a true powerhouse in communication and a consummate professional".

It said Christopher served with unwavering dignity, grace, and excellence.

"Strategic, dependable, and deeply collaborative, she played a vital role in advancing the RDA's mission and strengthening partnerships through clear and effective communication."

'Her legacy lives on'

Beyond her professional impact, the RDA said Christopher uplifted those around her and remained steadfast in her commitment to public service.

"Her legacy lives on in the standards she set and the lives she touched."

The RDA extended "deepest condolences" to her husband, children, family, and all who knew and worked with her.

"May she be remembered with gratitude, respect, and enduring admiration," the Board, Management & Staff of the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency stated.

Meanwhile, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) announced on December 14, 2025, that the late Karia J. Christopher would be celebrated with a primetime special.

“I am determined to celebrate the lovely memories she shared with us and her beautiful legacy, to celebrate her professionalism, her grace, her compassion, her humour, her audacious commitment to keeping it real,” Premier Wheatley said.