Last Updated on June 30, 2026, 6:58 AM AST by Anthony Morris
The government of St Kitts and Nevis has announced an official funeral for The late politician Hugh C. Heyliger. He served the nation as deputy Prime Minister for the period of some months between 1994-95. The Politician will be given a farewell in a formal state-assisted public event which is expected to run for 3 days starting July 7 and through to July 9.
The officials have shared that the politician is being given this honor in recognition of his service to the people of the island. The resident of Sandy Point passed away at his home att the age of 80 years old.
Heyliger was a trained economist and educator who has worked for the growth of the island. He was Director of the Government Planning Unit from 1980 to 1984. He served as the Minister of Agriculture, Lands, Housing and Development from 1989. Afterwards, he was appointed Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education in November 1994.
After the 1995 elections, he served as the leader of opposition till 2000.
In addition to his service to the nation as a politician, Hugh C Heyliger also served as the Director of Institutional Development at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College.
The government of St Kitts and Nevis has announced that they have announced a three day period of mourning to honor the life and legacy of the former Deputy Prime Minister. As a part of the Mourning Period, all flags on government buildings and official residences are to be flown at half-mast across the Federation as a mark of respect.
The Official Funeral service has been scheduled for Thursday July 9, 2026 at the Wesley Methodist Church. The officials have shared that the members of the community can pay their tribute to the politician starting 1:00 PM on July 9, 2026.
The officials have shared that the formal service ,will start at 2:00 PM.
Before the beginning of the service a period of Lying-in-State will be observed at Government Headquarters from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
During this period, the people of the island will be able to pay their final respects. An Official Condolence Book will also be available for signing during this time.
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