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Alsion Roach Wilson, Jamaica’s Consul General to New York, Dies

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Jamaica’s Consul General to New York, Alsion Roach Wilson, has died. The announcement was made by Kamina Johnson Smith, Jamaica’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade.

Wilson, who was ailing, passed away at her home in New York on Saturday.

Foreign Affairs Minister Kamina Johnson Smith described Wilson’s passing as a tremendous loss to the country, noting that she served with “the highest level of excellence” since her appointment in July 2019.

“Her accomplishments defied the time during which she served, with deep commitment to country, the Foreign Service, and indeed to Jamaicans at home and abroad,” Johnson Smith said in a statement.
Wilson, the eleventh person to hold the post in New York, had a distinguished career in finance, including founding her own consulting firm, the Alsion Road Group. She also led an assistance programme that supported Jamaican doctors and nurses working overseas during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In recognition of her service, Wilson was awarded the Order of Distinction in the rank of Commander. Minister Johnson Smith highlighted her professionalism, loyalty, and generosity, adding that she left a lasting impression on colleagues and the wider Jamaican community.

Minister Johnson Smith extended condolences to Wilson’s husband, Omar, her children Brian, Patrick, and Vanessa, and the rest of her family.

Wilson’s passing marks the end of a remarkable career dedicated to diplomacy, public service, and uplifting Jamaicans around the world.

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Comments (8)

  • Thumble November 10, 2025, 11:45 AM

    RIP. May your legacy live on

  • Juju Bee November 9, 2025, 9:52 AM

    Condolences to those who are bereaved

  • Greg Thompson November 9, 2025, 8:21 AM

    RIP. You represented your people well. Always in our hearts

  • Belle Angel Dorcas Bennett November 9, 2025, 3:13 AM

    #omarwilson and her children i am so so sorry for you loss Omar Wilson she is the love of your life as this is devastating and so SAD she is gone too soon but thank god she met you, a devoted husband who loved her truly and fully … you both made each other so very HAPPY and I thank you for being her solid rock and yes its unfair but pray and keep God first place in your life and always remember her love for YOU was real and pure! RIP dear Alison you did a phenomenal service to this world! You will be missed dearly!

  • Informed citizen November 8, 2025, 8:05 PM

    Rest in peace, Consul General Roach Wilson. Your service won’t be forgotten.

  • George Mark Jobson November 8, 2025, 5:12 PM

    A sad loss for us all.Hope her family receives our condolences on their great loss.Through one of her staff she was of great help to me personally.

  • Latisha November 8, 2025, 3:16 PM

    Condolences to her family. She was one of those rare public servants who genuinely cared about others.

  • Munchy November 8, 2025, 3:15 PM

    Such heartbreaking news. Consul General Wilson was a shining example of leadership and grace. May her soul rest in peace.

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