Condolences to Dr. Jagdeo and his family of the passing of his sister. May God grant his family the strength in this sad time of mourning.
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GNI extends condolences to the Former President and his family.
From Demerara Waves
A sister of Guyanaâs Opposition Leader, Bharrat Jagdeo was found dead at their Goedverwagting (Prado Ville 2), East Coast Demerara home.
Jagdeo confirmed that the body of his 57-year old sister, Oma, was found by his niece and nephew in the house. âShe was the one living with me.â
âItâs with deep sadness, I announce the death of my sister Shanta. She was the epitome of a sister, she was a mother, my confidant and friend. She took care of me all my life and I will miss her dearly,â Jagdeo later said in a Facebook post.
He said she was his sibling who had lived with him at State House and at his private residence while he was Head of State and now Opposition Leader.
When he spoke with Demerara Waves Online News at about 3 PM, he said his sisterâs death caused him to cut short meetings at Wakenaam and Leguan.
Her passing comes at time when Jagdeo is spearheading his Peopleâs Progressive Party Civicâs campaign for next Fridayâs Local Government Elections.
The former President could not say immediately whether she died from natural causes or foul play. âI donât know what it is. I doubt it (foul play),â he said.
Police also confirmed the passing of Oma Jagdeo at the former Guyanese leaderâs upscale seaside property
Condolences to former President Jagdeo on the passing of his sister Oma.
Condolences to former President Jagdeo on the passing of his sister.
Sincere condolences to the Jagdeo family on the passing of his sister. May her soul rest in peace.
My sincerest condolences to President Jagdeo and family on the passing of his sister.
My sincerest condolences to Opposition Leader Dr. Jagdeo and family on the passing of his sister.
MAY BHAGWAN BLESS HER SOUL AND GIVE OUR PRESIDENT THE STRENGTH TO DEAL WITH THE LOSS OF HIS SISTER. OM NAMAH SHIVA!!
PLEASE ACCEPI MY DEEPEST AND SINCERE CONDOLENCES MR PRESIDENT!!
Condolences to President Jagdeo on the passing of his sister.
Deepest condolences to former President Jagdeo on the passing of his beloved sister.
Mitwah posted:My sincerest condolences to Opposition Leader Dr. Jagdeo and family on the passing of his sister.
My deepest condolences to the Jagdeo family and may Oma Jagdeo's soul rest in peace.
Thanks Mits. A most appropriate and emotional song by a wonderful man, whom I respect greatly. I cherish my memories of collaborating with the late Shri Prakash Gosssai in Vancouver and Guyana.
Dr. Bharat Jagdeo and his belated sister, Oma, in younger days.
Tola posted:Mitwah posted:My sincerest condolences to Opposition Leader Dr. Jagdeo and family on the passing of his sister.
My deepest condolences to the Jagdeo family and may Oma Jagdeo's soul rest in peace.
Thanks Mits. A most appropriate and emotional song by a wonderful man, whom I respect greatly. I cherish my memories of collaborating with the late Shri Prakash Gosssai in Vancouver and Guyana.
This is a fitting contribution indeed. Probably the song Bharrat would have picked for his sister. A simple and humble aatma has returned to heaven. My hearfelt condolences to the Oppostion Leader, his sisters, and the rest of the Jagdeo family. May God keep them in the palm of his hands during this very difficult time.
My deepest sympathies to the Jagdeo and Persaud families
Condolences to President Jagdeo on the passing of his sister.
BiBi, I would like to suggest this one for him to pick for his beloved sister.
Condolences to President Bharat Jagdeo on the passing of his sister.
Sincere condolences to the Jagdeo family on the loss of their sister. Gone too soon. Probably the closest woman in the ex president's life, keep the faith!!
Could we correct the spelling of his name on a thread of this nature - to read "Bharrat Jagdeo"
susan posted:Could we correct the spelling of his name on a thread of this nature - to read "Bharrat Jagdeo"
Thanks much to Admin
Condolences to "The Champion of the Earth" on the passing of her sister. May her soul Rest In Peace.
I thought that Granger is president.
Post-mortem confirms Shanta Jagdeo died of natural causes
March 14, 2016 2:19 pm Category: latest news A+ / A-A post-mortem performed on the body of Shanta Jagdeo, the sister of former President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, has confirmed that she died from natural causes. Shanta was found dead on Sunday at her home at Sparendaam, East Coast Demerara.
While details of the funeral arrangements have not been confirmed, INews understands that wake will be held at Dr Jagdeoâs residence at Sparendaam. Ms. Jagdeo, 57, was described by her brother as a âsecond motherâ.
He wrote on his Facebook page Sunday: âItâs with deep sadness I announce the death of my sister Shanta (Ooma). She was the epitome of a sister, she was a mother, my confidant and friend. She took care of me all my life, and I will miss her dearly.â
Meanwhile, the Peopleâs Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) has expressed its deepest condolences to the family of Ms. Shanta Jagdeo on the sad occasion of her passing.
The party, in a statement today, noted that she was the elder sister of Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, the former President of Guyana.
The party noted that specific condolences were conveyed to Dr. Jagdeo by the Partyâs General Secretary on behalf of the Central Committee and the entire Membership of the PPP.
Condolences to Bharrat Jagdeo on the transition of his sister.
My condolences to the Jagdeo family. Sad to lose someone unexpectedly. May she rest in peace.
Funeral of Opposition Leaderâs sister to be held tomorrow
March 15, 2016 2:48 pm Category: latest news, Local News A+ / A-The funeral of Ms. Ooma âShantaâ Jagdeo; sister of Opposition Leader, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, will be held tomorrow at her Sparendaam, East Coast Demerara residence.
INews was informed that there will be a funeral service at 10:00h at Jagdeoâs home before moving to the Good Hope Crematorium for cremation at 13:00h.
The wake for Ms. Jagdeo also continues tonight at her residence.
The late Oma Shanta Jagdeo, sister of the legitimate, former president of Guyana, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo.
My condolences to Mr. Jagdeo and family during this very sad time on the passing of Ms. Shanta.
Cobra posted:The late Oma Shanta Jagdeo, sister of the legitimate, former president of Guyana, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo.
legitimate tiefman.
Opposition Leader extends gratitude for support, sympathy expressed over sisterâs death
March 17, 2016 4:22 pm Category: latest news A+ / A-Following is the full text of a statement issued this afternoon by Opposition Leader Dr Bharrat Jagdeo:
âI would like to extend my gratitude for the thousands of expressions of sympathy â cards, messages, phone calls, and the show of support during the wake that was held â as my family and I come to terms with the loss of my sister, Shanta. The many kind words from persons here and from abroad were of great comfort.
We deeply appreciate the words of condolence from the Peopleâs Progressive Party/ Civic (PPP/C), as well as the many dear friends and comrades who have stood with our family during this difficult time.
After completing my sisterâs last rites, her ashes were immersed at the Unity foreshore today. She will be remembered for being someone who touched my life, as well as the lives of many persons around her, in a most profound way.
I also offer my apologies to the people of Wakenaam and Leguan, Region 3, communities in Region 4, as well Lethem and other communities, where meetings were scheduled. I had expected to engage the people of these communities on a number of issues affecting our country and our communities.
Tomorrowâs vote is an important one because the future of our communities is at stake and it is a chance for our people to support and participate in community-based democracy, and to elect the leaders who will work for their communities. I urge all Guyanese to turn out to the polls tomorrow and cast their vote. I am also urging employers to allow their employees the time off to be able to cast their votes. Our vote is a robust tool, which must be used to ensure the people receive the leadership they want.
Again, I express my sincere thanks for the support given over the last few days.â
Farewell to Oma Shanta Jagdeo, sinter of the honorable, former president of Guyana, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo.
Sad. And BJ's brother-in-law passed away yesterday also. Difficult time for this family.
Bibi Haniffa posted:Sad. And BJ's brother-in-law passed away yesterday also. Difficult time for this family.
The death of Indians is a sign of victory for others.
Cobra posted:Bibi Haniffa posted:Sad. And BJ's brother-in-law passed away yesterday also. Difficult time for this family.
The death of Indians is a sign of victory for others.
When do you plan on not messing up even a condolence thread with asinine posts? IDIOT!
Yugi is a sick individual. A man loses his much loved sister through natural causes, and Yugi is quick to blame Guyanese politics for her death. How low can a person sink with his comments?