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Royal BVI Yacht Club mourns passing of Founder Member Albie Stewart

Founder Member of the Royal BVI Yacht Club (RBVIYC) and one of the persons behind the establishment of the BVI Spring Regatta, Mr Albie Stewart has died. Photo: RBVIYC
The late Albie Stewart was one of the persons behind the establishment of the world renowned BVI Spring Regatta. Photo: BVISR/Alastair Abrehart
The late Albie Stewart was one of the persons behind the establishment of the world renowned BVI Spring Regatta. Photo: BVISR/Alastair Abrehart
NANNY CAY, Tortola, VI- Founder Member of the Royal BVI Yacht Club (RBVIYC) and one of the persons behind the establishment of the BVI Spring Regatta, Mr Albie Stewart has died.

Mr Stewart served as Commodore of the RBVIYC from 1994 to 1997 and over the years, also served as Vice-Commodore, Captain of Sailing and committed numerous hours to volunteering.

In the 1960s he was part of a group organising Sunfish regattas in the Virgin Islands and it was the work of this group of enthusiasts that saw the RBVIYC officially formed in 1973.

Dedication to delivering quality racing

“The Royal BVI Yacht Club is deeply saddened to report the passing of Mr Albie Stewart,” the club stated in a press release.

According to the RBVIYC, Mr Stewart was an integral part of the team that set up the BVI Spring Regatta in 1972, working as the Race and Committee Boat Chairman for many years.

“His dedication to delivering quality racing was a major contributor to the success and reputation of the event as a world-class regatta.”

The RBVIYC said Mr Stewart is fondly remembered by the sailing community as “a true gentleman” in every sense who always had a kind word.

A mentor

Current Chairman, Robert Phillips commented, “Albie was a mentor for many years until he moved north with Joyce. He was always there with sage advice for the Yacht Club, the Regatta, and just about all facets of life and business in the BVI, he will be sorely missed.”

Chris Haycraft recalls being Albie’s ‘right-hand-boy’ on the Spring Regatta Committee Boat.  Handing over fresh cartridges for the starting shotgun aboard Yellow Bird and collecting the used ones to the point of getting his own cartridge belt for Christmas one year!

The Management and Staff of Virgin Islands News Online join the Royal BVI Yacht Club in extending condolences to the family and friends of the late Albie Stewart.

11 Responses to “Royal BVI Yacht Club mourns passing of Founder Member Albie Stewart”

  • .... (04/05/2021, 08:38) Like (19) Dislike (0) Reply
    R.I.P
  • Tan I am (04/05/2021, 09:02) Like (36) Dislike (0) Reply
    Thanks for your years of positive contributions to these Virgin Islands.
    Rest In Peace.
  • one eye (04/05/2021, 09:14) Like (19) Dislike (0) Reply
    He did his time rip
  • rip (04/05/2021, 10:12) Like (31) Dislike (0) Reply
    He invested heavily in the BVI...He was a good man
  • Gratitude (04/05/2021, 10:35) Like (74) Dislike (1) Reply
    This is an opportune time for me, as a BVIslander, to say this:

    There are many caucasians that come to our shores - some for a short time, some for a long time and some stayed. The majority of them are good people and they give tremendously to these islands helping in their development. I have never had an incidence of racism with many many of those that I encountered and if I felt slighted could it be that I was at fault or I misunderstood the situation? The point: we as locals and islanders also need to change and/or improve our thinking/attitudes. Yes, there are those that bluff their way through life - good at selling what they do not have but that is with all races of people. Then too there were those that worked real hard and also helped many BVIslanders and Caribbean people alike.

    Let's give thanks for the good we receive and have, especially when the blogs are so full of racism these days and incited by persons that should know better. So, thanks to all regardless of race or Caribbean descent that positively contributed to these islands!!!
  • Interested (04/05/2021, 13:03) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    I remember him as the owner of Tortola Yacht Services back on the day. Always courteous and kind.

    May he rest in peace
  • y (04/05/2021, 14:41) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    We're humble man down to earth my his soul rest in peace
  • Andrew Cox Sr (04/05/2021, 16:12) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Sincere condolences to all family members recall the days of doing the travel arrangements
  • ginger (04/05/2021, 17:47) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    A true caring individual and decent human being, rest in peace my friend.
  • Bald Head (05/05/2021, 17:20) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    RIP Mr albie Stewart u will be greatly missed
  • lilis (06/05/2021, 16:18) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    my condolences to families , i worked for 7 months for mr. steward and his wife lloking out for her and i was happy and thankful to be around home with them . your soul may rest in piece Amen.


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