BROOKLYN, NY: Council Member Jumaane D. Williams (D-Brooklyn), Deputy Leader and Chair of the Council's Committee on Housing and Buildings
, released the following statement after learning of the passing of 60-year-old Bishop Vincent Darius, the fourth appointed Bishop of the St. George parish in Grenada.
Bishop Darius passed on Thursday, April 26 while undergoing medical treatment for an unspecified condition at Bellevue Medical Center.
Ordained as a priest in 1987, Bishop Darius made history as the first Grenadian Bishop. He leaves behind a legacy of achievement and service.
STATEMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
"I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Bishop Vincent Darius, who was the first Grenadian Bishop in the Roman Catholic Church. As son of Grenadian immigrants, I am proud of the years of service Bishop Darius gave not only to the church, but also to the wider Grenadian community. I pray for peace and comfort for his family."
