The Dominica Council on Ageing Inc. (DCOA) has confirmed the death of Asher Timothy, the Caribbean nation’s oldest recorded centenarian, who died at his latest residence at the Dominica Infirmary at 108 years old. Hailing from the northern town of Marigot, Timothy leaves behind a lasting legacy that extends far beyond his extraordinary milestone of longevity.
Shortly before his passing, Timothy had been moved to the Dominica Infirmary for ongoing care. In an official statement released this week, the DCOA lauded Timothy as a powerful emblem of resilience, whose decades-long life stood as a testament to the quiet strength that defines Dominica’s elderly community. Officials noted that his journey through more than a century of change, from colonial era shifts to modern island development, mirrored the perseverance of the older generations who shaped the country’s social and cultural fabric.
News of Timothy’s death has resonated deeply across the island, with particularly profound grief felt throughout the close-knit Marigot community where he lived for most of his life. Residents and local leaders alike have shared recollections of his quiet wisdom and steady presence, which made him a beloved figure across generations of local families.
The DCOA has formally extended its deepest condolences to Timothy’s immediate family, friends, and all who knew him over his long life. Beyond mourning his passing, the organization is using Timothy’s legacy to prompt national reflection on the invaluable contributions that senior citizens make to Dominican life. Officials emphasized that he is remembered not just for his unusual lifespan, but for the example of endurance, quiet commitment, and community connection he modeled for all Dominicans.