The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced that the official funeral for former legislator Mrs. Eileen L. Parsons, OBE, will take place on Thursday, July 17, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Road Town.
According to an official release, Mrs. Parson’s body will lie in state at the House of Assembly Chamber on Wednesday, July 16, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Members of the public will be allowed to pay their final respects during that time.
On the morning of July 17, an official procession will depart from the House of Assembly Chamber at 8:00 a.m., leading to the funeral venue. A pre-service is scheduled for 8:30 a.m., followed by the official funeral service at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at the Road Town Methodist Church Cemetery.
In observance of the funeral, all official flags at Government buildings across the Territory will be flown at half-mast on July 17.
Arrangements have also been made to accommodate residents from the Sister Islands wishing to attend the service. Individuals requiring ground transportation are advised to register through their district officer. Transportation will be provided to and from the ferry terminals in Road Town and the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex.
Mrs. Parsons, a prominent cultural advocate and longtime public servant, was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for her contributions to the Virgin Islands. Further details surrounding the funeral will be released by Government officials in the coming days.