Atkinson Beazer, Former Barbudan Senator Dies at Age 65

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Deceased Atkinson Beazer, Former Barbudan Senator (State Media)

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There is shock in Barbuda, following the sudden death of former Senator, Atkinson Beazer. The 65-year-old was among a group who went to sea Saturday morning when he complained of feeling unwell. He was rushed back to shore and was later pronounced dead by the district doctor.

The launch of Barbuda’s Caribana which had been scheduled for today, has since been postponed in the wake of the former Senator’s untimely demise.

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Beazer had been a long-serving member of the Barbuda Council, who had celebrated his birthday on April 22. He served in Parliament’s Upper House, representing the Barbuda Council.

Barbudans had already been reeling from another sudden death on Wednesday of this week, as one of Beazer’s neighbours had died in her sleep.

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Comments (8)

  • Lauretta April 26, 2025, 1:29 PM

    RIP Beazer. We all have an appointment. Today was yours. Condolences to.the family
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    • Unruly One April 26, 2025, 9:29 PM

      Condolences Mr. Beazer you served your Barbuda and Antigua well. Sleep on! Yall saw what i did there 😂
      Reply
  • Gweneth April 26, 2025, 1:35 PM

    So many people are falling down during suddenly. RIP.
    Reply
  • Rhea April 26, 2025, 4:09 PM

    Might be to young to have heard of him but Rip an condolences to the family
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    • Valarie April 26, 2025, 7:02 PM

      Hope you left a mark. A good one. RIP
      Reply
  • Antigua Surf April 26, 2025, 4:25 PM

    RIP Mr. Beazer
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    • Ruled by no one! April 26, 2025, 9:30 PM

      Well done Sir. I wouldnvote for you again. Honourable man
      Reply
  • Juju Bee April 26, 2025, 7:47 PM

    postponing the launch was the right thing to do. condolence to his family
    Reply

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