NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Jamaican-Bahamian tourism giant George Myers was hailed as a legendary adopted son of The Bahamas by former Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham.
In a statement, Ingraham said George’s name is writ large in the annals of Bahamian tourism.
“There are few major developments in the sector including the redevelopment of the Nassau International Airport (now the Lynden Pindling International Airport) that have not benefitted from his insight and guidance, if not direct management since the early 1960s,” he wrote.
“In government, we benefitted considerably from his advice. He contributed mightily over his lifetime not only to the advancement of Bahamian tourism but to the development and expansion of local entrepreneurship and the promotion of Bahamians to positions of leadership in the economy.”
Ingraham continued: “It is wonderful that his many talents were recognized in the industry, the broader Bahamian community, and in the wider Caribbean where he has been justifiably lauded.
“George has been in declining health for some time. When I last visited with him in late January I found him still alert and very tuned into his surroundings and to developments in our country. He was also resigned then, that this time, he would not overcome his physical maladies.
“I will miss our friendship, our chats whether in person or by telephone.”
He added: “I extend my sincere condolences to George’s widow Linda and to all his family: Sarah, Mark, Michelle, and Tina and their families and to his colleagues and friends around The Bahamas, Jamaica, and the wider Caribbean. May he rest in peace.”
Myers, the founder of the Myers Group of Restaurants, died last week at age 83.
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