Final Farewell to Media Icon Ivor Bird at Ebenezer Methodist Church
Family, friends, and well-wishers will gather at the Ebenezer Methodist Church this morning to bid a final farewell to media mogul Ivor Bird. The funeral service, beginning at 10 a.m., honors the life and legacy of the 80-year-old, who passed away on December 3, 2024.
Bird was the former Managing Director of Greenville Radio Ltd and the founder of ZDK Liberty Radio, Antigua and Barbuda’s first commercial radio station, established in 1970. Known as “The Silent One,” his decades-long leadership at ZDK Radio and Sun FM revolutionized the local media landscape, creating platforms for news, entertainment, and community engagement that have become cornerstones of the nation’s broadcasting heritage.
A son of Antigua and Barbuda’s first Prime Minister and national hero, Vere Cornwall Bird Sr., Ivor Bird also leaves a legacy in sports. An accomplished athlete, he was the final gold medalist in the high jump at the 1965 British West Indies Championships and represented Antigua and Barbuda at the 1966 British Empire and Commonwealth Games.
Born on February 29, 1944, Bird’s life embodied dedication and service to his country. His passing marks the end of an era for Antigua and Barbuda, with his contributions in media and athletics continuing to inspire future generations.
As the nation reflects on his extraordinary achievements, heartfelt condolences are extended to his family, including his late brothers, former Prime Minister Sir Lester Bird and Vere Bird Jr., as well as the wider Bird family.
Ivor Bird’s legacy as a broadcaster, athlete, and patriot will forever hold a cherished place in Antiguan history.
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