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Kittitians have been plunged into mourning as Former Governor-General, Sir Samuel Weymouth Tapley Seaton, has passed away.<\/span><\/h1>\n

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Sir Seaton, who was the fourth Governor General of St Kitts and Nevis, demitted office in January after serving in the position since 2015.<\/p>

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The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis in its condolence message says the passing of the former Governor-General is indeed a great loss, not only to the family and loved ones but to the entire nation.<\/p>\n

It says Sir Tapley Seaton\u00a0had a long and distinguished career of service to his country and fellow citizens and residents.<\/p>

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Sir Tapley Seaton was the fourth Governor-General of Saint Kitts and Nevis from 2015 to 2023.<\/p>

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LOOP NEWS: Kittitians have been plunged into mourning as Former Governor-General, Sir Samuel Weymouth Tapley Seaton, has passed away. He was 73 years old.\u00a0\u00a0 Sir Seaton, who was the fourth Governor General of St Kitts and Nevis, demitted office in January after serving in the position since 2015. 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