BLP mourns passing of Jocelyn Patricia (Pat) Thorington-Alleyne

The Barbados Labour Party has praised the long standing contribution of party stalwart Joycelyn Patricia (Pat) Thorington-Alleyne who has died. Thorington- Alleyne was a former general secretary and political candidate.

Here is the full BLP Tribute:

Remembering Joycelyn Patricia (Pat) Thorington-Alleyne

It was with deep sadness that the family of the Barbados Labour Party learnt of the passing of Joycelyn Patricia (Pat) Thorington-Alleyne.

Pat was an outstanding member of the Barbados Labour Party who maintained her quiet dignity and charm. She performed her various roles within the Party with the kind of enthusiasm, discipline and efficiency of which, endeared her to the Party Leadership as well as the general membership.

Pat made a significant contribution to national development in both the private sector and political life, at many levels. She served as General Secretary of the Barbados Labour from 1994 – 1996 further demonstrating her willingness to serve, she was the BLP candidate in the 1994 & 1999 general elections in the constituency of St. John, where she performed creditably and helped to hold aloft the banner of the BLP in that constituency.  Pat was appointed to the Senate in 1999 as a Government Senator and served with distinction until 2001.   Given her background and experience, she made significant contributions to many debates especially on matters related to business as well as social development.

With Pat’s vast experiences as a manager in the private sector she was outstanding in her role as the first Manager of the Barbados National Oil Terminal.  During her time as manager of BNTCL she increased fuel storage capacity at the airport and led construction development projects for this state-owned enterprise. In that capacity, she was the only female chief executive which the company has ever had.

We mourn the loss of this loyal and multitalented stalwart of the Barbados Labour Party who is now called to higher service. The family of the BLP extends condolences to Pat’s siblings, children, and the entire Thorington family.  Our prayers are with them in this time of loss.

May the soul of Joycelyn Patricia Thorington-Alleyne rest in peace.