Go well my dear. Janet Jagan (former President of Guyana and Cheddi Jagan's wife) said: "I can testify to his goodness, to his honesty and integrity, to the lack of concern for the material things in life, to his remarkable intellect, always seeking answers, always examining all aspects of a matter, always seeking the truth. And that Guyanese and Caribbean People have lost "one of their most outstanding figures. He was wise beyond his years. What he believed he believed with heart and soul. Dr. Jagan has repeatedly demonstrated this quality and it was this, among others, that endeared him to his people and sustained his popularity among the masses for five decades. Here are some of those messages. A president gets diplomatic condolence messages from government quarters, private agencies, and citizens impacted by the presidency. Sad to hear about the loss of a great leader. Silas Muriuki Rutere MP North Imenti Constituency under Mazingira Green Party of KenyaYou were a true inspiration to me. The footprints she has left on our continent will bear everlasting witness to posterity that a great lady, A true Pan-African and a lover of nature, walked this earth. Lastly, a letter of condolence to the parents of the deceased is always difficult. "He was the brightest gem in the land." re: condolence message on the passing on of former president benjamin william mkapa It is with shock and regret that we at the East African Community have received the sad news of the untimely demise of retired President Benjamin William Mkapa, the 3 rd President of the United Republic of Tanzania and a Founding Father of the EAC, in the wee . The issue of presidential condolences has come to the forefront in the past week as President Donald Trump incorrectly claimed that his predecessor, former President Barack Obama, failed to write. I am sending my deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Working across disciplines and national boundaries led her to identify prescient and groundbreaking connections-for example between environmental degradation and poverty-that reoriented the work of policymakers, development experts and human rights activists, alike. Anyone who is capable of getting themselves made president should on no account be allowed to do the job. Douglas Adams, The Restaurant At The End Of The UniverseZaphod Beeblebrox and his crew aboard the starship Heart Of Gold are on their way to meet the mysterious Ruler Of The Universe when author Douglas Adams takes a break from the action for a brief chapter on political theory. Not only was she the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004, but also the first to receive the prize for her contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace. Rachel A. Arungah Commissioner Public Service Commission of KenyaVice Chairperson, Commissioners and members of the Public service commission join the family and friends of our great daughter, mother and friend in mourning her passing on when there was still too much for her to do. ", Guyana's Bishop Randolph George wrote: "He was one of natures own noblemen. Message: This is an irreparable loss to India. No matter wherever he is, hell always be watching over you. My sincere condolences. At least adversity, disenfranchisement, and anger tend to prompt terrific response art. Your father was an outstanding man, and it seems that he has left us too soon. Please remember that you are not alone as you mourn the death of your sister. You worked hard and always followed the path of honesty. When the death of a renowned person occurs, the masses feel sad and mourn with the family. Cregg, The West WingAllison Janney earned a fandom with her portrayal of West Wings White House Press Secretary C.J., a brisk, smart, no-nonsense professional with a talent for clever phrasing and no-nonsense rebuttals. Ive said it before and Ill say it again: Democracy simply doesnt work. Kent Brockman, The SimpsonsNewscaster Kent Brockman draws his political conclusions far too broadly after Congress proposes a bill to evacuate Springfield before a comet smashes it, an opportunist adds in a rider for $30 million of taxpayer money to support the perverted arts, and the bill fails. Name: Debasis Patnaik, Sydney, Australia. Those who have stood by him faithfully all these trying years, struggling for the peoples rights, know his wishes, his dreams, his plans. But two words sum her up for me; passion and energytraits she showed in all she did. Her conviction and her fight has begun. The Green Belt Movements Nairobi office is graciously receiving visitors from Kenya and around the World who have come to share their condolences. 6. Your daughter was a legend. I commit myself to continue the struggle so that our forests are protected against logging and the shamba system. Cheddi Jagan was a great Guyanese; indeed the greatest that has ever walked this land of ours. Rest in peace! She was a true African heroine. With love and friendship. I will keep you close in my thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks as you go through your grieving process. I had an opportunity to serve with her in the 9th Parliament. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Don't be too casual with the message unless you were close friends with the boss. Please accept my condolences. Wangari was a warm and devoted mother and I send my condolences to her family. Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember our dearly departed. Of irreproachable life he was first and foremost a family man. For more, click here. There is no Caribbean leader who has been so frequently cheated of office; none who has been so grossly misrepresented, and no one who, in spite of such adversity, was his equal in certainty of purpose and the capacity to go on and on until his time had come to take leave of us. The news of Cheddi Jagan's passing on March 6, 1997 was received with great sadness in Guyana, and around the world. His message starts off by referring to Mr Nelson Mandela as the "great leader of the struggle for freedom and a hero to millions around the world." He goes on to say "that the late leader inspired the South African people with patriotism by courageously leading them to achieve independence with ethnic harmony". I, like so many others, will miss her more than it is possible to describe and send my most heartfelt condolences to her children and to everyone who knew her, loved her and depended upon her. God has a beautiful reward for you! I am genuinely sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I am fortunate to have many wonderful memories of Wangari but I will focus on just one, a meeting we both addressed in Germany some years ago. Reuters. A leader that showed everyone the way. He was an inspiration for those who dared to dream that a new human order could be created in the world, based on mutual respect and partnership. RIP! Also useful: Adams immediately goes on to summarize, People are a problem.. Ian McDonald (Guyanese poet) wrote: "I feel particularly sad the Dr. Jagan did not have at least some time to rest, reflect on the struggles and achievements of a great life, and write down for us and succeeding generations the experiences and lessons of an extraordinary lifetime He deserved a few quiet years in the bosom of his family, his party and the nation. She lived her belief that all of us have a role to play in creating sustainable peace. We loved your father. You accomplished so much and we are proud of you. I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Wangari Maathai. Rest in peace. ", President of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), Mr. Enrique Iglesias wrote: "President Jagan was one of the most lucid leaders of the Americas and the Caribbean, a man of thought and deep convictions, who followed up his ideas with great political vigor all his life. In a real sense, much of the history of this land over the last half a century is what Cheddi Jagan endured, did and achieved. The director is now with the angels above. Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that I feel for the passing of your mother. Its heartbreaking to think that hes no more. People share messages of sympathy with the family and people the deceased touched. We are deeply sorry for your loss. "He has gone but can never be forgotten. From early on, Dr. Maathai was a tireless advocate for the environment, for women and for all those in the developing world who are unable to realize their potential. May fond memories of your sister bring you comfort during this challenging time in your life. Its a big loss. Her understanding of the link between human poverty and the quality of the natural environment undoubtedly influenced a generation of environmentalists and policymakers. In an earlier exchange in a back room, Mr Maskey brought a smile to the King . We frequently shared public platforms to advocate for urgent action to stabilise our planets climate, and for measures to protect vulnerable people from the damage caused by the destruction of the worlds priceless environment, in particular its forests. Those of us who had the privilege of working with Professor Maathai will remember her militant attitude and her total engagement on the side of Civil Society in the furtherance of many causes. Rest in Peace. A good heart has stopped beating, but a heart that has touched so many lives can't help but live on in those it loved. It is with a great emotion and deep sadness that I have learnt about the death, yesterday, of Mrs Wangari Maathai, Nobel Peace Laureate. RIP. We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. May his soul rest in peace. Thank you. As she told the world, we must not tire, we must not give up, we must persist. Her legacy will stand as an example to all of us to persist in our pursuit of progress. While The Simpsons still stands as the go-to source for pithy, universal responses to life, other pop-culture sources also have useful things to say when we cant find the right words ourselves. He was an upright leader, for they will give you the strength to carry on. We have all lost an icon. Her death has left a gaping hole among the ranks of women leaders, but she leaves behind a solid foundation for others to build upon. Your mothers memories will be treasured in this organization and further. Indias Prime Minister, H.D. Speaking directly to readers, he reiterates the basic idea that anyone with the ambition and ability to take power clearly possesses the exact qualities that will make them apt to mismanage that power. World leaders and royalty are paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II after her death at age 96. Amina Mohamed Deputy Executive Director UNEPYour commitment, intellect, sense of humor but above all the simple and straightforward manner of relating to all of us will for me be a lesson always on modesty and humility. 9. Former Prime Minister Raila OdingaMy sister you stood tall in the name of justice for the people of Kenya. We shall always pray for you. When she found her government too unresponsive to the issues she championed, she ran for political office, and won. Our most sincere condolences! Please accept my condolences. The Greenbelt movement, which she founded in 1977 and which she lead for more than 30 years, thus combined the war against poverty, the fight against corruption, teaching as well as reforestation and the fight against desertification. Political leaders mourn demise of BJP stalwart Arun Jaitley, pour condolence messages. My thoughts are with you. You will never die. Our chairman was a fantastic person to have around. She understood the deep connection between local and global problems, and she helped give ordinary citizens a voice. Professor Maathais personal efforts, leadership, and practical community work in Kenya and Africa inspire us all by demonstrating the real progress that can be made in addressing environmental security and sustainable development challenges where people have the courage to make the difference. Your son was a charismatic young man. Rest in eternal peace. Rest well in our Eternal Fathers Peace. Her fight made her a pioneer: the first woman holder of a doctorate in East and Central Africa, and Assistant Minister for Environment of the Kenyan government from 2003 to 2005. I know how much you loved him. Your mother was a great woman, and she will be truly missed and will always be remembered. Fare thee well Heroine. I am thinking of you at this time of loss. May the almighty be with the departeds family. General Julius Karangi - Chief of Defence ForcesFirstly, our most sincere condolence to the family, friends and entire GBM fraternity during this time of grief. It was a speech laced with political undertones but on the surface respectful to both the late Queen and King Charles. When her administration floats a massive foreign-aid bill and has it shot down, a White House press correspondent (who happens to be her friend, and eventual husband) takes her to task for meekly pulling punches with the Republican opposition, and asks, Why are Democrats always so bumfuzzled? At first blush, the randomness of her snappish response seems inapplicable to everyday life, but its a good distraction to leave taunters baffled and momentarily stunned. Keep faith in God, and he shall pour his love and care on you. He was, indeed, a giant indomitable in courage unflagging in zeal, steadfast in purpose, total in commitment, clear-sighted in vision, irreproachable in character, and yet simple in manner, and scented with the sweat and soiled by the toil of the ordinary folk whose world was always his. Heaven just gained an angel. My most sincere condolences. Few have done as much as he did to nurture the age-old ties of family and friendship between Guyana and India. Today we lost a leader, role model and father figure. We are celebrating your legacy and not mourning you because you were one of the rare gems. After all, they voted wrong, right? But her contributions to her home continent-and to our shared humanity-run far deeper than accolades can reflect. Former Vice President Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka Professor Wangari Maathai has been our icon nationally, regionally and internationally. Condolences from World Leaders and Friends The following tributes from world leaders to Professor Wangari Maathai have been received. It is a tribute to her passionate determination that so many people feel such a deep sense of loss at her passing. Dr. Achim Steiner UNEP Executive DirectorOn behalf of the United Nation Environment Programme and all our staff, we pay our respect to our leader and inspiration Wangari Maathai. May you take comfort in knowing that you have an angel to watch over you now. People grieve in different ways, and one way is sharing messages of condolences and celebration of the life of the departed. He will live on in our memories forever. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for this unfortunate event. He was sincere and earnest. God bless. Get the news that matters from one of the leading news sites in Kenya, Raila Odinga Hosts George Wajackoyah for Breakfast at His Kisumu Residence, Mother's Love Prevails: Chinese Woman Divorces Husband After Refusing To Pay Son's Medical Bills, Woman Hopes Boyfriend Buys Her New Car: My Dad Refused", Clip of Bomet Woman Rep Linet Toto Leading in Praise and Worship Excites Netizens, Kenya This Week: Mudavadi Becomes More Influential in Ruto's Gov't, Other Top Stories, List of top D+ courses in Utalii College to enrol this year. ", Director of COHA, Mr. Larry Birns, wrote: The death of Cheddi Jagan is not just a grievous personal loss to myself and my colleagues at the Council on Hemispheric Affairs. ", The Editorial of the Catholic Standard, March 9, 1997 wrote: "There can be no doubt that Cheddi Jagan is in a class of the great, extraordinary inimitable figures that the twentieth century has produced One only has to examine the career of this brilliant humanist and the picture of who he truly was, not only gets clearer but more fascinating Few people around the globe have matched this astonishing energy and indomitable spirit He did not come within the category of temperamental, impatient, nervously aggressive chauvinistic politicians He avoided vindictiveness and malice in his relations with all people He not only avoided the temptations which power brings but also avoided its corruption of wealth", Manzoor Nadir, Leader of the United Force wrote: "None can deny that Dr. Jagan is the Father of the State of Guyana While we held different political beliefs we count ourselves fortunate to have lived, worked and struggled in Guyana with him during this era", Feroze Mohamed, Guyana's Minister of Home Affairs said: "Once in a while, history provides a people with a leader who is truly outstanding, Dr. Cheddi Jagan was such a leader. But then, at the end of the meeting, Wangari moved to a new level when she energised all present by leading them in a wonderful sing-a-long. The trouble is, many of us don't know what to write or worry that we will hit the wrong note. Receive my condolences. I don't remember when was the last time I cried this much. It was with great sadness the message was received that Professor Wangari Mathaai had passed away. Barack Obama, President of the United States, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, 2009 It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Professor Wangari Maathai. Deeply saddened and affected by this tragedy. His humility and sincerity and his willingness to always consult with the private sector will always be remembered by the business community. Archbishop Alain Paul Charles Lebeaupin - Apostolic Nuncio to KenyaAs the representative of His Holiness in Kenya, I want to assure the family of Prof. Wangari Maathai of our prayer for her eternal rest and to thank the almighty God for the gift she has been for this country, Africa and all the World. We have lost a true hero. ", Read all the messages sent into "The Dr. Cheddi Jagan Condolence Book" We may not understand why he had to leave us so soon, but we pray that God will comfort you and lift you. It's an honour to remain your best friend until your last moments. The greatest son and patriot that has ever walked this dear land has departed.. President Jagan has left us a proud legacy and has placed our country irreversibly on the road to progress. I dont know how to console my grieving heart at your departure. Your mother was everyones mother when at work. A Warrior Falls - The Death of President Cheddi Jagan, Read all the messages sent into "The Dr. Cheddi Jagan Condolence Book" Condolence messages for a friend. He became the Father of the land. This used to be a hell of a good country. May her soul rest in peace! This anonymous clan of slack-jawed troglodytes has cost me the election, and yet if I were to have them killed, I would be the one to go to jail. 3. We will miss a great leader and an example in so many ways. Kenya and the international society have lost a bold and persuasive spokeswoman for the global work on sustainable development and democracy. Jagan. What an exceptional person the chairman was. Madeleine Albright, who in 1997 became the first woman to serve as U.S. secretary of state, died of cancer on Wednesday. Our sincere sympathies for the death of your husband. on the Internet from March 7 to March 16, 1997 ", United States President, Bill Clinton wrote: "President Jagan was a champion of the poor who devoted himself to alleviating poverty in his country and throughout the Caribbean.". I know he was so special to all that worked under him. Her charisma was remarkable and she literally held hundreds of young people in her hand, and I have no doubt but she was a formative influence on them. Comrade Michael Majok Ambassador of the Republic of South SudanProfessor Wangari Maathai is the Pride of Africa and has shown that we have a credible and iconic personality on our continent and the whole world. The Indian pacer's father passed away at the age of 74 on February 22 after a prolonged illness in Nagpur. I cant imagine what everyone who worked under our boss must be feeling right now. Your legacy of caring for others and the environment in which they lived will hopefully be emulated by all of us. Dont blame me, I voted for Kodos. Homer Simpson, The SimpsonsPerhaps the only upside to landing on the losing side of an election is the ability to claim you knew better all along when things inevitably go to shit. However, some comments will bring joy, whereas others will not. Professor Maathai further advanced these objectives through her service in the Kenyan government, the African Union, and the United Nations. See you in heaven, partner. The Third Annual Nelson Mandela Lecture, Inaugural World Food Law Distinguished Lecture, Condolences from World Leaders and Friends, The Wangari Muta Maathai House - a legacy project. Sending you warm sympathies after the loss of your aunt/uncle. She will be remembered as the very friendly and humble person she was, for her intellectual strength and for her strong and genuine conviction and ability to engage people. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of such a fantastic person. No matter how corrupt, greedy, and heartless our government, our corporations, our media, and our religious and charitable institutions may become, the music will still be wonderful.Kurt Vonnegut,A Man Without A CountryOn the other hand, though, theres Kurt Vonneguts look-on-the-bright-side positivism, probably most appropriate for readers on a pop-culture site. May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. In fact his presidency was guided by pragmatism, melded with humanness, and helped preserve a vital germ plasma for a future flowering of a uniquely Latin American form of government aimed at serving all of its population not just a small minority of well-to-do. Perhaps, the single-most noteworthy aspect of his personality was that he was free of any meanness or narrowness of vision. Professor Maathai contributed over many decades to furthering the ideals and objectives of the United Nations. The people of Berbice (the birthplace of Cheddi Jagan) reacted with shock as the news was announced early Thursday morning. Please know that your brother was a great man who was admired by many. Gold Standard: Oscars edition - Best Director. When a boss dies, the gap is felt by the people that looked up to him. More than that, he was a born leader, a tireless fighter for his people, as well as a gentle, courteous man who combined charisma with compassion. Patel (71) passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020, at a Delhi hospital due to multiple organ failure more than a month after he was tested positive for COVID-19. Dr. Jagan can rest comfortably in the secure knowledge that he fulfilled for his country and the region much more than could be expected from a single human being even one as exceptional as he. Still, his conclusion is applicable to a wide range of circumstances: Pretty much any time an election doesnt go your way, it can be taken as proof that everyone else must doing something wrong. Bajaj was not keeping well . And all we say now is that in remembrance of the Prof, we shall soldier on in pursuit of what she stood for. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. 5. We all loved him at the company. You were and will always remain an immense inspiration. Of course he would have scoffed at such suggestions He would have wanted to work hard to the end. Please accept our condolences on the passing of your brother. She was a one-of-a-kind team leader. May God give them the peace that you seek. James N. Karume - Former MP GithunguriI was shocked when I heard about what happened to Wangari Maathai. When writing a condolence message to mourn your boss, consider the words you use and how the family may perceive them. Forever. God knew you are reassuring, and that is why he has called you up there in heaven to watch your back from above.