Former Jamaica Labour Party Member of Parliament for Westmoreland Central, Russell Hammond, had died.
Hammond passed away last night at the University Hospital of the West Indies.
According to reports said he had been ailing for some time.
Prime Minister, Andrew Holness, has expressed condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Hammond.
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Jamaica Labour Party Member of Parliament for Westmoreland Central, successful businessman and philanthropist Russell Hammond,” Holness said.
Hammond, who was the managing director of Hammond’s Pastry Place in Westmoreland, was first elected MP in Westmoreland from 1983 to 1989.
“He played a significant role in laying the foundation for the party’s current success in the Western parishes of Westmoreland and Hanover, being a very active member of the Area Council,” Holness said.
“He was a stalwart and an example of selfless dedication to his country. His memory will live on through his legacy and in the hearts of those who knew him,” he added.
Hammond was also the managing director of Hammond’s Pastry Place in Westmoreland.
