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Post by Heneith Samuel on May 20, 2013 7:58:14 GMT -5
Dr Owen King, whose handle was changed to Mister, left us on Wednesday May 15th 2013. He was frequently referred to as the father of St Lucian medicine. He was a samarian and an Island Scholar.
Condolences to the family and may he rest in peace.
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chopin
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Post by chopin on May 20, 2013 13:07:13 GMT -5
My deepest condolences to the family of the late Dr. Owen King.
He was dear to the people of Canaries. As young boys growing up and relaxing on the beach near his estate, we were always welcome to plunder the abundance coconuts and fruits, an arms reach from the shore.
We can also mention the countless poor and sick from my village that he treated for FREE. At his offices and even when he was just passing through my the village.
His humility was remarkable, and unknown for someone born in the high-society of his time. He walked among us "common" people. And most of all he imparted his love for humanity to his children - who today remain his living legacy to the people of St. Lucia.
No doubt, as he transitions to that big E.R. in the great beyond, he will join the likes of Dr. Albert Schweitzer -- the renowned German/French physician, philosopher, and medical missionary.
May the gods of medicine, Imhotep and Asclepius, (Egyptian and Greek) welcome his indomitable spirit.
R.I.P - Dr. King, definitely the father of St. Lucian medicine.
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