Wednesday, May 31, 2023
EDITOR, The Tribune.
The National Family Island Regatta Committee is saddened and heartbroken by the sudden passing of George A Smith.
My family and I mourn the death of one of the greatest Bahamians who ever lived and one who taught me so much by how he lived his life and lived his dream of trying to make life better in The Bahamas for all Bahamians. His is a life worthy of celebrating.
Over the coming days, many persons will speak to his contributions to politics, civil society and to his faith community as is appropriate. He had a passion for sloop sailing and made many contributions to the growth and development of the sport. I know that I speak on behalf of sailors, boat builders, boat owners and sailing fans throughout The Bahamas, when I say that we have all lost a true and great friend of sloop sailing.
George was a rare human being, a Bahamian Patriot, a nation builder who served his country with passion and distinction. He is without a doubt a national hero of the first order and a beloved Bahamian patriarch.
George has gone on to his eternal reward for his life as his Faith has promised. We will miss him, but we will never forget him.
Rest in peace my brother and friend.
Danny STRACHAN
Chairman & Commodore
Dallas Knowles
Chairman & Commodore Elect
National Family Island Regatta Committee
May 27, 2023
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