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I will make my way.... Remembering slain MP, Dr Lynvale Bloomfield

Published:Saturday | February 2, 2019 | 12:00 AM
Bloomfield ... was found dead at his home in Passley Gardens this morning.

Danae Hyman, Online Reporter

The death of Portland Eastern Member of Parliament Dr Lynvale Bloomfield has shocked the political arena.

Bloomfield was found dead at his home in Passley Gardens this morning.

He hailed from western Jamaica but had been living and practising medicine for more than three decades in Portland.

In his constituency, he was credited for going above and beyond but at times faced criticism for his level of representation.

In 2012 when Bloomfield suffered a broken hip, he demonstrated that an injury wouldn't keep him away from the opening of Parliament and his people’s business. 

 

READ: Injured but not out

"Even if I need to start from the day before to be on time I will make my way there," Bloomfield told The Gleaner.

In 2015, he was beaten in an internal poll to retain his seat as the party’s candidate for East Portland.

However, the decision was overturned by the party secretariat. 

READ: Bloomfield's ouster to be overturned

Up until his tragic departure, he has fought tirelessly for improved roads and infrastructure in the parish. 
 

TRIBUTES FOR BLOOMFIELD

Prime Minister Andrew Holness
Shocked at the news of Dr Bloomfield. We extend our condolences to his family, colleagues and friends. Despite being on the other side of the aisle, we knew of his love for his constituents and Jamaica. The entire JLP family and Jamaicans are mourning this morning.

Opposition Leader Dr Peter Philips 
We are shocked, shaken and saddened by the tragic passing of Dr Lynvale Bloomfield. A committed public servant and patriot, he will be painfully missed. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends and constituents. 

 

Member of Parliament Portland Western, Daryl Vaz
Condolences to the family and friends of Dr Bloomfield. Shocked at the news and my wife is equally broken. RIP, he will be remembered as a quiet and respectful man. 

 

 

PNP candidate for St Mary South East, Dr Shane Alexis 
Salute to my fallen comrade and colleague Dr Lynvale Bloomfield. I remember at one of our Campaign rallies a person became ill and he quickly assisted them, accompanying the person to the hospital. Rest in power comrade. 

 

Member of Parliament St Elizabeth South West, Floyd Green
Truly saddened by the death of MP Lynvale Bloomfield. Always struck me as a good human being. Humble, genuine, respectful. Always had words of encouragement for me and would enquire regularly about projects for his constituency. Sad sad day. Condolences to his family and friends. 

 

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