The Turks and Caicos mourns the loss of the Rev Dr Conrad Howell, a prominent Turks and Caicos Islander. As a people we have been flung into a state of grief and shock over his sudden and tragic demise. In the midst of what seems to be an air of grave uncertainty, our hearts and thoughts are immediately turned towards his wife, Brickell, his children, Angelica, Conrad jr, Cristin and Courtnee, his siblings and wider family. Anyone who knew Rev Howell knew that his family was a close knit one and the part of his life that he celebrated. We extend our sincerest and deepest condolences to them and pray that they will allow the God of Peace to envelope and comfort them at this time.
The Late Rev Dr Conrad Howell was well known throughout these Islands for the many roles he played or was playing in these Islands at the time of his passing. Perhaps more notable of these is his current role as host of the Radio Show “Expressions”, host of PTV’s Show “On Your Mind” , a serving member of the National Honors and Awards Committee, PTA President at the country’s largest secondary school and the School named for his father Clement Howell, President and joint owner of the University College of Providenciales, immediate Past President of the Providenciales Ministerial Fellowship and author of “We Salute This Land of Ours”.
A citizen who chose to be a participant in his country’s affairs through various means, he was a constant voice in the national dialogue. His life is therefore worthy of celebration.
We pause to also celebrate the unity we saw displayed by members of the public on the Island of Providenciales for a cause that was bigger than what too often divides us. The partnership between the Police and the people was an encouraging breath of fresh air. We are grateful for this and to all of you who answered the call to be brave and caring citizens, the best kind, we say thank you. May God bless you and your homes.
I wish to also use this opportunity to encourage members of the public especially those on social media to be responsible in their comments and to allow the family time to grieve and the Police time to investigate. In circumstances of this sort, it is wise to wait on the official release from the Police.
Today we mourn, we celebrate but we should also give thanks for the life and contributions of the Late Rev Dr Conrad Howell.
