03/10/2026
A Tribute to the Late Alvinaus Simon
The Management and Staff of the Department of Commerce join the entire public service and the wider Saint Lucian community in deeply mourning the sudden and untimely passing of our esteemed colleague, Alvinaus Simon.
It is hard to find the right words to capture the heavy hearts we are carrying at the Department right now. Losing Alvinaus feels completely surreal, and our workplace simply won't be the same without him.
Alvinaus served with distinction as a Business Development Officer within the Small Business Development Centre (SBDC). In this role, he was a pillar of support, guidance, and mentorship for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across Saint Lucia.
Whether he was assisting entrepreneurs with business startups and revitalization, conducting training, or walking local business owners through capacity-building initiatives, Alvinaus let his dedicated work speak for him.
He was the quintessential team player- dependable, always willing to lend a helping hand, and deeply passionate about empowering the people and communities he served.
To us, Alvinaus was so much more than his designation. He was the kind of colleague everyone loved having around- steady, patient, and always ready with a helping hand, never asking for any praise in return.
Away from his desk, we knew how deeply he loved his cricket. The same quiet determination, reliability, and fierce loyalty that made him extraordinary on the field were things we got to witness on the job.
Losing someone so gentle, humble, and kind leaves a space that cannot easily be filled.
To his family, close friends, and everyone in the Choiseul community and beyond who loved him: please know that our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you. We are holding you close in our hearts.
Rest easy, Alvinaus. We already miss you, and we will carry your memory with us always.
