", The Cuban Federation of Women wrote: "the Cuban people and particularly the women will always remember Cheddi Jagan as an untireable struggler for social justice and independence..". General Julius Karangi - Chief of Defence ForcesFirstly, our most sincere condolence to the family, friends and entire GBM fraternity during this time of grief. 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. It's an honour to remain your best friend until your last moments. Lastly, a letter of condolence to the parents of the deceased is always difficult. You have my deepest sympathy for your loss. I am so much broken, but I will pray for your departed soul in every moment of my life. Burns, The SimpsonsWhen Springfield plutocrat Mr. Burns runs for governor, hoping to change environmental law so he can save $56 million by not updating his dangerously broken-down power plant, the Simpson family, as usual, gets in the way. She was a true visionary whose local approach to protecting the environment has so many global applications and possibilities. Messages of Condolences. Your father was a leader, organizer and humanitarian we all loved. Silas Muriuki Rutere MP North Imenti Constituency under Mazingira Green Party of KenyaYou were a true inspiration to me. Significantly few people have influenced my life the way you did. Ill be thinking about him, and you're in my prayers. ISTANBUL/ANKARA (Reuters) - The head of Turkey's main opposition party on Thursday sent a condolence letter to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, whose country was also devastated by the Feb. 6. In all situationswhether on the public stage or away from the camerasWangaris passion for justice, and her deep desire for a better, fairer world shone through. And it was to help other people and the animals on the land. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was the best matron we ever had. Condolence message on death of a president is written differently compared to condolence message of a friend. In your pain and sorrow, remember that he was a great man. He will live on in our memories forever. For the full statement, click here. We are always there to support you; take care. I pray that God rest his soul in peace. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. I was privileged to have known and worked with her. You sleep well, my boss and friend. The departed Professor was the total embodiment of what most of us would like to be. Her passing is a loss for the people of Kenya and the world, in particular as we prepare for next year's crucially important Rio+20 UN Conference on Sustainable Development. The sudden departure of your father is making my heart cry. Our love goes out to you. Her understanding of the link between human poverty and the quality of the natural environment undoubtedly influenced a generation of environmentalists and policymakers. 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. ", Prime Minister of Barbados, Owen Arthur, remembered him as a "quiet, warn, dignified and charismatic person He was a true champion of Third World Solidarity and development I shall surely miss his wise and sober counsel I will direct that all flags be flown at half-mast in Barbados on the day of his funeral", Grenadas Prime Minister, Dr. Keith Mitchell said: "He showed genuine love for all Caribbean peoples and was the champion for the working class in the country and has been consistently so throughout his entire life. She showed us that the eradication of poverty, the empowerment of women, and a sustainable future for our planet are all essential building blocks of a more just and peaceful world. You lived long enough to see the fruits of your blood that you shed for us all. 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. I know your aunt/uncle was always there for you. 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. Our chairman was a fantastic person to have around. May God bless you and comfort you. It is with a great emotion and deep sadness that I have learnt about the death, yesterday, of Mrs Wangari Maathai, Nobel Peace Laureate. I'm so lucky to have met him in this life. In an earlier exchange in a back room, Mr Maskey brought a smile to the King . One can but marvel at her foresight and the scope of her success. We are deeply sorry for your loss. So this is how libertydies: with thunderous applause. Padme Amidala, Star Wars: Episode III: Revenge Of The SithWhen the villainous Chancellor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) finally brings his plans to fruition in the Star Wars prequels, dissolving the Republic and forming the Empire, hes done such a good job of manipulating the masses with trumped-up threats that they cheer him on. Don't be too casual with the message unless you were close friends with the boss. Rest in peace, boss. 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. Be the first to get hottest news from our Editor-in-Chief, Check your email and confirm your subscription. All of us will carry the torch he lit so many years ago. Our company has lost a hero. We loved your father. Condolence messages for a friend. ", Edward Seaga, Leader of the Opposition in Jamaica wrote: "His integrity and deep commitment to principles in which he believed made him an outstanding figure in the political spectrum. Professor Maathai contributed over many decades to furthering the ideals and objectives of the United Nations. We only wish you are still here to help Ugandans fight to protect Mabira forest! The Green Belt Movements Nairobi office is graciously receiving visitors from Kenya and around the World who have come to share their condolences. Your father was one of the nicest people I know, and I know that he was a great director too. 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. You accomplished so much and we are proud of you. I am thinking of you in these difficult times. 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. God has a beautiful reward for you! My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Its cold comfort to accept that an undesirable election result lies in the accursed alchemy between a largely uninformed, easily manipulated public and an unscrupulous, impenetrable political machine, but at least that absolves disappointed voters who feel guilty that they didnt do more to influence the outcome. I am genuinely sorry to hear of the loss of your father. While others deployed their power and life force to damage, degrade and extract short term profit from the environment, she used hers to stand in their way, mobilize communities and to argue for conservation and sustainable development over destruction. We do so with deep gratitude and appreciation for the friendship she offered to so many of us over the years. 1999 Cheddi Jagan Research Centre. Go well my dear. We will miss a great leader and an example in so many ways. ", Dominica Prime Minister, Edison James said: "All of us as Caricom Heads will remember one of the major contributions that Dr. Jagan continued to make and that was to urge all of us as to the need for a Regional Development Fund, later named the Regional Integration Fund something which Dr. Jagan saw as a crucial and indispensable tool in taking this region to a higher level of development. It was my tremendous privilege to meet her in that very location last month. 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. His/her absence will always be felt, but your memories will comfort you in times of grief. Prof Wangari Maathais keynote address during the 2nd World Congress of Agroforestry, Sustained Development, Democracy, and Peace in Africa, Rise Up and Walk! I am thinking of you and your family. I count it a privilege to have know him, to have worked with him and to have been his friend. A backlash emerged in the UK this week after the British monarch hosted the EU chief. Check your inbox to be the first to know the hottest news. ", 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.". Those who have stood by him faithfully all these trying years, struggling for the peoples rights, know his wishes, his dreams, his plans. We may earn a commission from links on this page. 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. We shall tell our children that the single tree left in Mt. We all cherished his wisdom. 6. It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Professor Wangari Maathai. Sorry to hear about the loss. Former Vice President Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka Professor Wangari Maathai has been our icon nationally, regionally and internationally. We are saddened to hear of your loss. Regular protagonist Stan Marsh, realizing the whole election is a sham and objecting to both candidates, attempts to register a protest by not voting, but the whole town vilifies him, then exiles him. In these difficult circumstances, I would like to express my sincere condolences which I kindly ask you to transmit to her family, as well as to the government and the people of Kenya. 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. This portable projector plays your movies in crisp, high-contrast, 1080p detailno matter where you are. Messages poured into Guyana from around the world, from friends and acquaintances of Cheddi Jagan. But we also spent many quieter moments talking about injustices in the world, and the need for strong international leadership to combat them. You know what? ISTANBUL/ANKARA, Feb 23 (Reuters) - The head of Turkey's main opposition party on Thursday sent a condolence letter to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, whose country was also devastated by the. 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. What distinguished him from others was that special ability to understand the central contradiction of the times, to grasp the most critical question of the day and ably articulate them in a simple and understandable way. The world mourns with you and celebrates the extraordinary life of this remarkable woman who devoted her life to peacefully protecting what she called our common home and future.. Her tart summation has a vaguely noble, above-it-all ring that might come in handy for anyone looking for a more elegant way of saying, Yall is stupid.. May your aunt rest in peace. The passing of Wangari Maathai will be an enormous loss to her family, her extended family including the Green Belt Movement, and to the world she cared so much about. Now if youll excuse me, I have to cancel a photo op with a goat. C.J. On lookers, lined the more than four-mile route to watch the sombre workers, some carrying black flags. A Warrior Falls - The Death of President Cheddi Jagan, Read all the messages sent into "The Dr. Cheddi Jagan Condolence Book" We shall be remembering her always. My sincere condolences. This is one of her very important contributions. [Name] soul has found rest Never forget, you have friends who love you. 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. 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. Condolences from World Leaders and Friends The following tributes from world leaders to Professor Wangari Maathai have been received. See you in heaven, partner. When a boss dies, the gap is felt by the people that looked up to him. It was with great sadness the message was received that Professor Wangari Mathaai had passed away. Kenya forest and all others, including the National Parks, were watered by your blood. 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. It takes creativity and an open mind to write a remarkable comment on someone's picture. May the good Lord rest her soul in eternal peace. ", Jean Chrtien, Prime Minister of Canada, wrote :"Dr. Jagan was a true pioneer in the cause of independence, democracy and social justice for the developing world. on the Internet from March 7 to March 16, 1997 His presence would have been a stabilizing anchor in whatever storms might blow. I know how much you loved him. The estranged wife and moral compass of an aircraft magnate and political naf who's been manipulated into running for president, Mary Matthews (Katharine Hepburn) issues this supreme burn to the. What a true leader we had in your son. Your daughter was a legend. READ LATER. Her energy and life-long dedication to improve the lives and livelihoods of people will continue to inspire generations of young people around the world. Our thoughts are with you. 2. My condolences, and please know that my thoughts are with friends and family. I am deeply saddened by the death of my remarkable friend Wangari Maathai. You gave the likes of me, Nancy Baraza , a divorcee, a voice. Please remember that you are not alone as you mourn the death of your sister. Pop culture obsessives writing for the pop culture obsessed. With love and friendship. May you rest in peace and always feel our love and respect. She was known throughout the development and human rights community not just for her inspirational eloquence, but for her human warmth. She worked tirelessly both as an elected Member of Parliament and an Assistant Minister for Environment and Natural Resources. Cheddi Jagan was a great Guyanese; indeed the greatest that has ever walked this land of ours. You will be missed, and he will never be forgotten. In the end, he breaks down and votes just to go along with the crowd, delivering a final weary objection with this quote. So despite their grief and pain, I hope that Wangaris family and friends can see that her work has not ended with her passingbut that instead, Wangaris spirit will live on in the daily acts of the tens of thousands of people who are now carrying forward her struggle to create a fairer, more sustainable world. But through it all, Wangari Maathai remained, as the title of her autobiography aptly put it, unbowed. We continue to be restless, she wrote in that book, If we really carry the burden, we are driven to action. She founded the Green Belt Movement that has planted millions of trees and helped women throughout Africa improve their lives and the futures of their families and their communities. On my own behalf, and on behalf of the government and people of Guyana, I extend our deepest sympathies on the death of Professor Wangari Maathai. Consider the person you are writing to, the deceased, and the thoughts you want . He was not cut to be a bystander Still those years of peace and writing he might have had are a loss to the rest of us. [Name], I am so sorry that your [parent, sister, cousin, nephew, etc. 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. From the Office of Nelson Mandela, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, 1993. When the death of a renowned person occurs, the masses feel sad and mourn with the family. Holding you close in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. I don't remember when was the last time I cried this much. They illustrate the kind of man, Cheddi Jagan was to his supporters, his peers and to his opponents: The people of Guyana: "He was the Mahatma Gandhi of Guyana." Please accept my condolences. 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. Thank you!! If your candidate loses, Stans bitterness is useful for summing up the sour-grapes, it-never-mattered-anyway response. May your father rest knowing he was a role model to many. My heart goes out to you on the passing of your brother. Name: P.G.Abraham. She was a one-of-a-kind team leader. RIP. The director was a perfect man and a great human being. Hon. Copyright 2023 The Green Belt Movement. ", Guyana's Bishop Randolph George wrote: "He was one of natures own noblemen. A president gets diplomatic condolence messages from government quarters, private agencies, and citizens impacted by the presidency. Your mother was everyones mother when at work. I know mourning is not the best way to say goodbye to you, but I dont know how to control myself! We are terribly saddened by the death of our beloved friend and sister Nobel Peace Laureate, Professor Wangari Maathai. He had another dream, that came true, to bring unity to the land, My Grandpa Cheddi, he had a dream that came true in his life. Dear Mrs. Corzone, On behalf of Griffith Industries, I would like to offer our sincere sympathies on the death of your husband, Marc. So sorry to hear of the passing of a great boss. Gold Standard: Oscars edition - Best Director. You have left a legacy for us to protect and preserve Mother Nature for the future generations. We shall all miss her. How to pay KPLC postpaid bill via M-Pesa? May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. This condolence is on my personal behalf and on behalf of the French people. I am so sorry to hear the news about your [mother/father]. Reuters. Dr. Willy Mutunga Chief Justice of KenyaAluta Continua Comrade Wangari Mpendwa, R.I.P. A great woman, an inspiration for many women across Africa, a magnificent visionary and embodiment of courage. Political leaders mourn demise of BJP stalwart Arun Jaitley, pour condolence messages. Know my thoughts are with you, friend. Receive my condolences. You have left some beautiful memories that will never fade from my heart. Condolence messages for loss of a great leader start pouring in immediately after the famous person's death is announced. And all we say now is that in remembrance of the Prof, we shall soldier on in pursuit of what she stood for. I express my earnest commiseration to you and your siblings on the demise of your brother, you and your family are in my heart. I share your grief with you upon the loss of your aunt. My deepest sympathies go out to the family of a fantastic role model. 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. She understood the deep connection between local and global problems, and she helped give ordinary citizens a voice. His annoyance and confusion at the strange values of our skewed legal system sets a standard for anyone whos been following the increasingly ramped-up aggression and demonization of people with different opinions these days, and just cant understand why its illegal to murder people they disagree with. She was a true leader. May God grant peace to the deceased and extend blessings to his family. Francis Ole Kaparo Former Speaker of Kenya National AssemblyAs her House Speaker and friend, and as a person in the conservation world both fauna and flora, I am greatly shocked by the loss of Hon Wangari Maathai. 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. Her tireless commitment to humanity was evident in everything she didfrom planting trees and listening to women in refugee camps to amplifying the voices of the disempowered to leaders and decision makers around the globe. 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. His humility and sincerity and his willingness to always consult with the private sector will always be remembered by the business community. His life was characterized by an incalculable breath and depth and height of devotion and service to his country and to his countrymen and women. We lost a real gem. Sending my heartfelt sympathies. Current and former politicians from the U.S. and abroad mourned Albright's . I was inspired by her story and proud to call her my friend. Her work with the Green Belt Movement in Kenya and as an activist for civil and womens rights in Kenya and beyond received worthy recognition internationally when she was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace in 2004. And, she found her true passion as the founder of the Green Belt Movement. Life story, crime, latest updates, Diana Maura Says Hubby Bahati Can't Eat Food Prepared by Her Househelps: "Lazima Nijipange", Kienyeji Love: Video of Couple Embracing, Sharing Smooch Thrills Netizens, Rashid Abdalla Pens Loving Message to Wife Lulu Hassan: "Beautiful Soul", John Mbadi Celebrates Handsome Son Dressed in Sharp Fitting Suit on His Birthday: "My Boy", Governor Abdulswamad Facilitates 400 Residents to Attend Burial of Luo Council of Elders Leader Willis Otondi. My thoughts and prayers are with her three children, Waweru, Wanjira and Muta, and her granddaughter, Ruth Wangari. NEW DELHI, 25/04/2016: BJP MP Anil Madhav Dave arriving on a bicycle to attend second half of the Budget session of Parliament, following odd even scheme of Delhi government, in New . She was a team leader. From its founding in her native Kenya 34 years ago, her Green Belt Movement spread like the roots of the 40 million trees it planted, making her a world-leading advocate not just for conservation, but for democracy, the rights of women and many other important causes. Sample Condolence & Sympathy Letter. Dr. Isaac Maragia Assistant Commissioner of Kenya Revenue AuthorityMama Prof. W. Maathai was truly a daughter of Africa who inspired us. It was with great sadness that we learned today of the passing of this exceptional environmental activist. In the category of Latin American presidents, he was as indisputable giant among pygmiesIt is no overstatement to say that Jagan was one of Latin Americas towering figures of the twentieth century, and one of the regions few authentic contemporary democratic figures, both in deed and in exhortation.A philosophical Marxist (as distinct from the Stalinist form, which he came to abhor), he was one of the few world leaders (and maybe the only one) of the political belief that fusing democracy with a distinct public role is a practical basis for policy. I am sure what she has done for Kenya will remain forever.
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