Jamaica’s Consul General R. Oliver Mair (right) sharing a moment with Mr. Andrew Seaga (second right) and his family after accepting a Proclamation as a tribute to his late father, former Jamaican Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Edward Seaga, ON. PC., by Miramar Mayor Wayne Messam at a recent presentation ceremony at the Miramar City Hall.
The former Prime Minister died on Monday (May 28) on his 89th birthday in South Florida. Mr. Seaga was Jamaica's fifth Prime Minister (1980 - 1989) and also the longest serving Parliamentarian serving in the House of Representatives for 43 years; and was Leader of the Jamaica Labour Party, a position he held for 30 years. He is survived by wife, Carla, and children Christopher, Annabella, Andrew and Gabrielle. His body now lies in State at several locations across the island. As a tribute to Mr. Seaga, a Condolence Book remains open at the Consulate General of Jamaica, downtown Miami, until Friday, June 21. The office is located at 44 West Flagler Street, Suite 400, Miami, FL 33130. The official state funeral for the Former Prime Minister will take place on June 23 at the Holy Trinity Cathedral. He will be laid to rest at the National Heroes Circle.
