President Donald Ramotar…. : Guyana has lost ‘a genuine partner’ in its quest for national development
PRESIDENT Donald Ramotar yesterday sent his condolences to the family and friends of the late Chairman of the Private Sector Commission (PSC), Mr Ronald Webster, who passed away after losing the battle with cancer.
The following is the full text of President Ramotar’s message:
“I learnt with shock and sadness of the death of Mr. Ronald Webster, Chairman of the Private Sector Commission. On behalf of myself, family and people of Guyana, I extend most profound condolences to his family and the private sector community.
“Mr. Webster was admired for his values which underpinned his commitment to public service, and the promotion of national development, mainly through private enterprise activities.
“He’s left an indelible print on the private sector society, which will be sorely missed. Mr. Webster will always be remembered as a genuine partner in national development, a true patriot, and as someone who has given unequivocal support, above narrow, selfish interests.
“Once again, my condolences, and may his soul rest in peace.”
Minister Robert Persaud… : ‘We have lost a cherished colleague; a friend for all seasons’
“IT IS with deep regret that the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment (MoNRE) mourns the passing of Mr. Ronald Webster, and extends most sincere condolence to his family and colleagues in the Private Sector Commission.
“Mr. Webster served Guyana with great distinction; our lives have been enriched as a result of the tireless pursuit, wealth of experience and unwavering commitment of Ronald Webster, through the various organizations of which has was a leader.
“With his unflagging commitments to the natural resources sector, Mr. Webster will truly be missed for his leadership in championing various policy initiatives, inclusive of interventions to reduce the use of non-biodegradable packaging materials in Guyana, and more recently, a series of tax reform measures.
“The untimely passing of this patriot, Mr. Ronald Webster, is indeed an irreplaceable loss to the Natural Resources and the Environment Sector, Private Sector Commission, and to the nation.
“We have lost a cherished colleague, a friend for all seasons, and a Guyanese patriot of rare quality. To his family, friends and colleagues, the MoNRE extends our deepest and heartfelt sympathy.”
Minister of Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh… : ‘I am deeply saddened at the passing of my friend’
“I AM deeply saddened at the news of the passing of my friend, Ronald Webster. More so, I am saddened that the country has lost a private sector titan and leader.
“I offer my heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, as well as his families at the Private Sector Commission and Caribbean Containers Limited, and his friends, at his sudden passing.
“Ron, as he was fondly called by family and friends, was dedicated to the development and growth of the country’s private sector, with a keen understanding of the role it has to play in the economic prosperity of Guyana.
“My experience working with Ron has impressed upon me his dedication and professionalism in achieving whatever he sought to accomplish. Having committed his life to the private sector, he was a wealth of information, history and foresight.
“Ron was bold in the face of fierce criticism, but never faltered as he continued to work with fervor to promote the interest of the local private sector.”