JAMAICA | Custos of Hanover Dr. David N. A. Stair Has Died

Custos Rotulorum of Hanover and a dedicated medical practitioner at Sandy Bay Health Centre, Dr. David N. A. Stair, On Wednesday passed away at his Pond Piece residence in Hopewell.

Police, who were summoned to the scene, conducted thorough forensic investigations into the early hours of Thursday morning. Initial findings have ruled out foul play in the passing of the distinguished public servant.

Dr. Stair's tenure as Custos began on May 7, 2009, when he was installed at Lucea's Jockey International factory. The ceremony marked a historic moment as it was among the first official duties performed by then-newly appointed Governor-General Dr. Patrick Allen, who had assumed office as Head of State just months earlier on February 26, 2009.

Taking the mantle from former Custos Mrs. Mavis King, CD, who stepped down due to health concerns, Dr. Stair embodied the dignity of his office while maintaining his medical practice at Sandy Bay Health Centre.

His dual service as both a healer and guardian of civic tradition reflected a deep commitment to his community, making his unexpected passing all the more poignant for the parish he served faithfully.

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