*Many people bid farewell to Asot Michael
*Former MP Lennox Weston reflected on the life and service of Asot Michael
*Michael’s priority remained the people of the St. Peter Constituency
*The wake was held at Asot Michael’s home in Dry Hill
*Wreaths were laid by officials and members of the family
*Former MP Lennox Weston reflected on the life and service of Asot Michael
*Michael’s priority remained the people of the St. Peter Constituency
*The wake was held at Asot Michael’s home in Dry Hill
*Wreaths were laid by officials and members of the family
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00:00Asad Michael, a lawmaker who was murdered in Antigua and Barbuda last month, was buried on Thursday following an official funeral.
00:08Patrice Martínez of the Antigua and Barbuda Broadcasting Services reports on the tributes. Let's see.
00:15We come together to celebrate the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of the Honourable Asad Anthony Michael.
00:25While the weight of his loss is immeasurable, we stand united in gratitude for a life lived with purpose, passion and an unyielding commitment to the people of Antigua and Barbuda.
00:39Sister of the late MP Teresa Ann Michael delivered the eulogy at the official funeral at the Holy Family Cathedral.
00:46Though a somber gathering, it was also a celebration for the man who touched many lives throughout his over two decades of public service.
00:54A large number of people turned out to pay their final respects, one of whom was family friend Dr. Leon Errol Court.
01:01His passion for service was fuelled by a deep love for his country.
01:07Through his tireless efforts and immeasurable philanthropic contributions, he left an indelible mark on the lives he touched.
01:18Former Member of Parliament for St. Philip's South, Lennox Weston reflected on the life and service of his student at Sunnyside Primary, who would later become his political comrade.
01:28Asad succeeded in leaving major footprints and a political legacy that will influence politics for a long time.
01:36According to Weston, Michael's priority remained the people of the St. Peter constituency.
01:42Weston said he possessed a competitive nature, one he used to his advantage during campaigning and election seasons.
01:49Niece of the former MP Marissa Michael, an aspiring surgeon, attributes her dedication and calling to the teachings of her uncle.
01:57She echoed some of his advice that remains etched in her memory.
02:01Uncle Asad ensured I understood the value of service and respect.
02:08Though a silver spoon may have been on my place setting, I learned to serve with it, whether fetching drinks for guests or helping with hors d'oeuvres.
02:20These lessons of hospitality and humility have shaped both my personal and professional journey.
02:29I return to the question of who am I, one that has become even more poignant as I interview for a surgical residency.
02:38When I get asked what makes me unique, I say two things.
02:43My ability to connect with people from all backgrounds and my unwavering dedication to achieving my goals.
02:52These traits are both a direct reflection of Uncle Asad's influence and to some extent, common personality traits we share.
03:02There was a viewing of the late MP's body at his home in Dry Hill early Thursday morning, the location where he met his untimely death on November 5, 2024.
03:12Following the funeral service, there was a procession to the St. John's Public Cemetery for intermittent.
03:23Several onlookers gathered along the sides of the road as the cortege passed.
03:29At the cemetery, a gun salute and presentation of the flag from the coffin were part of the solemnity of the occasion.
03:36Wreaths were laid by officials and members of the family.