Official flags across the British Virgin Islands will be flown at half-mast on 26 September 2025 in honour of Mrs. Emogene Augusta Creque, a former member of the Territory’s legislative body and one of its most senior citizens.
The Premier’s Office announced the tribute, noting that Creque served in the House of Assembly, then known as the Legislative Council, as the only temporarily appointed member to substitute for Joseph R. O’Neal during his absence.
Creque, who turned 100 years old on 22 July 2019, was recognised by the Government of the Virgin Islands as part of its tradition of honouring “golden citizens.” On her centenary, she was presented with a $5,000 cheque and a birthday card from Queen Elizabeth II, along with visits from senior government officials including then–Minister for Health and Social Development the late Carvin Malone and then–Minister for Natural Resources, Labour and Immigration Hon. Vincent Wheatley.
Government officials said the half-mast observance will honour Creque’s service in public life and her legacy as a respected member of the Virgin Islands community.
