Funeral of Matthew George, Age 72, of Colihaut, who resided in River Estate, Canefield

We announce the death of Matthew George, 72, of Colihaut, who resided in River Estate, Canefield. He was a gospel minister and writer, former national and regional cricketer, and labour commissioner in the public service who died on Thursday, 14th May 2026. He left to mourn: Wife: Roslyn George Children: Supranee George-Laville, Suprian George, Abigail Dorival-George (daughter in-law), Philbert Laville (son-in-law) Grand-Children: Bri’Hanna, Benaiah, Etana, Abishai and Sage. Siblings Farry, Anthony, Peter George and Mathias George and Dora Sabroache Brother In-law: Derrick Sisters In-law Bernice, Beaulah, Brenda, Agnes, Debra, Margaret, Ann Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Grandnieces and Grandnephews. The George and Sebastian families of Colihaut, the Pond family of Marigot. He will also be remembered by: The Colihaut, River Estate and Canefield Communities. Pastors, families and Members of the Gospel Mission and Baptist Churches of Canefield, Colihaut and across the island. Many friends and families from the Christian and Evangelical communities of faith here and abroad. Numerous teammates and opponents in the cricket fraternity nationally, regionally and in the former Christian Cricket League. Former participants in the Canadian and Florida Farm programs. Numerous close friends and colleagues to include: Roystan, Nicholas, Georgie and Virginia. An opportunity will be available for viewing of the late Matthew George, visitation of his family, tribute and condolence sharing on July 2 between 4:30 pm and 6:00 pm at the Canefield Gospel Mission church building. His funeral service is scheduled to take place at the Coulibistrie Gospel Mission church building on Saturday, July 4 from 1:30 pm, preceded by viewing of the body from 12:30 pm. Burial will take place at the L’anse Cola Cemetery.