Candlelight Vigil Planned in Memory of Vonde Bowers

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Candlelight Vigil Planned in Memory of Vonde Bowers
16-Year-Old Vonde Bowers

Family, friends, and community members of the late Vonde Bowers will come together on Tuesday evening in Hatton for a candlelight vigil to honor his memory.

Bowers, a student at Ottos Comprehensive School and a talented cricketer was brutally stabbed to death on June , touched the lives of many with his genuine warmth and kindness. His untimely passing has left a profound sense of loss among those who knew and loved him.

Vonde Bowers Candlelight Vigil Flyer
Vonde Bowers Candlelight Vigil Flyer

The vigil is set to take place on Tuesday, August 26th at 5:30 p.m., starting from the Tower in Hatton and moving to Bowers’ memorial site. Attendees are encouraged to wear red, a color symbolizing strength and unity, and to bring candles to light during the ceremony.

Participants are invited to share their cherished memories, providing an opportunity for the community to come together in both grief and celebration of the young man’s impactful life. Organizers emphasize that this gathering will not only serve as a moment of mourning but also as a tribute to Bowers’ enduring spirit within the community.

This story was first published by Antigua News on August 17, 2025: antigua.news/2025/08/17/candlelight-vigil-planned-in-memory-of-vonde-bowers. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (6)

  • Amethisyah August 17, 2025, 12:29 PM

    We can but Pray that the young men in Antigua get the message from this very relevant vigil. Such a waste of a very promising young talented life. I saw his talent in the UK on the 8th and 13th of July. I travelled to Antigua on the 24th July and within a few days he was killed. Such a tragic waste. My thoughts and Prayers go out to his entire family, and team members. May he RIEP…
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  • Juju Bee August 17, 2025, 12:45 PM

    This should have never been. We should be coming together to celebrate his accomplishments and achievements not this. So damn sad
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    • Hadassah August 18, 2025, 7:26 AM

      I must strongly agree with your comments!
      Reply
  • Amethisyah August 17, 2025, 4:53 PM

    Juguetes bee 100%
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  • Informed citizen August 17, 2025, 8:09 PM

    Gone too soon, but never forgotten. His light will live on.
    Reply
  • Henry August 18, 2025, 7:29 AM

    Sad that this is the gathering. A young life cut short. A life with potential and more
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