December 21, 2004
Edward St. George Dies
Grand Bahama Port Authority Chairman Edward St. George, one of the principal individuals involved in the phenomenal growth of Freeport, Bahamas, died yesterday at the age of 76.
He passed away quietly at a Houston, Texas hospital following complications after undergoing surgery for a heart valve replacement.
Mr. St. George became chairman of the GBPA in 1976 and co-owner with long-time friend and partner, Sir Jack Hayward. Over his 30 year tenure he has been described as the driving force behind Grand Bahama's economy who was relentless in his committment to Freeport.
Sir Jack Hayward, at a press conference yesterday in the Port Authority boardroom, noted that Mr. St. George left a great legacy. While adding that his death is a great personal loss, Sir Jack dispelled rumours that Mr. St. George's passing would mean the end of the Port Authority or Freeport.
Prime Minister Perry Christie said the death of Mr. St. George represents the "end of an era". In a statement praising St. George's contribution to the economic development of Freeport, Mr. Christie said the Bahamas has "lost a very dear and most valued friend" who "will be sorely missed".
Posted by admin at December 21, 2004 09:26 AM