My
sincere condolences to the Joseph family, near and far.
Permit
me to say a few words about Clarvis - my colleague, friend and
mentor.
Clarvis
was undoubtedly one of the kindest and most generous persons I
have ever met. Whether for business or for cricket his
hospitality was unmatchable. He was a fearless and honest business
man who always told it like it was and encourage others to stand up
for what they believed and wanted. Every conversation was a moment of
learning, be it the business of shipping/Caribseas, cricket or his
stories about Africa - he had the ability to hold one’s attention
while sharing life lessons. He was also a nationalist who held
Antigua in the highest esteem.
In
2004 when I was thinking about starting my own business, he
encouraged me to do so and assured me that I can count on him for
advice and guidance. I thank him for the support which has stood me
in good stead up to today.
A
business man, sports administrator, nationalist, Caribbean man,
friend and mentor. Truly "a man for all seasons'. For all the
memories and milestones he had left, the below Robert Louis
Stevenson's poem " that man is a success" best describes
him for me.
That
Man is a Success by Robert Louis Stevenson
That
man is a success
who
has lived well,
laughed
often and loved much;
who
has gained the respect of intelligent men and women
and
the love of children;
who
has filled his niche and accomplished his task;
who
leaves the world better than he found it,
who
has never lacked appreciation of Earth’s beauty
or
failed to express it;
who
looked for the best in others,
and
gave the best he had.
To
those whose lives he has touched I know he would want us to celebrate
his life, by emulating some aspects of his to achieve our own
successes. As such I leave you with the thoughts of the attached
second poem.
Until
we meet again, rest in power my friend.
Best
regards,
Norman
Rice
Managing
Director
Premier
World Cargo Inc.
St.
Michael, Barbados