ACTING GOVERNOR EXTENDS SYMPATHY ON THE PASSING OF
FORMER SENATOR AND ST. JOHN ADMINISTRATOR NOBLE B. SAMUEL

Acting Governor Vargrave Richards offers his deepest sympathy to the family and friends of former Senator and St. John Administrator Noble Samuel, beloved uncle to present-day St. John Administrator Julian Harley.

"Noble," as he was affectionately known, was warm and caring to his constituents. He spent an inordinate amount of time, and listened attentively and empathetically to those in need. He paid particular care to the neediest and went above and beyond the call of duty to bring relief and assistance to all who sought him out.

"Mr. Samuel was a man of great integrity, who possessed great love for his fellow citizens. A strong disciplinarian, he mentored hundreds who came to regard him as a sincere friend and man of his word. Steadfast in his commitment to the people of the Virgin Islands, 'Noble' was an exemplary role model to all throughout the Territory," Acting Governor Richards said. "However, there was no mistaking that the well-being of St. John and its residents was uppermost in his mind and mission."

The Acting Governor noted with admiration Mr. Samuel's dedication to 'service above self' and his long and varied career in public service, including his experience in the U.S. military, the Virgin Islands Police Department, and with the National Park Service on St. John and later on St. Croix. During his retirement years on St. Croix, he was known for his hearty interest in agriculture.

"I join the Virgin Islands community in bidding farewell to a man of distinct and immeasurable honor, a true son of Virgin Islands soil," Acting Governor Richards said. "'Noble' will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace."