The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) and the West Indies Players Association (WIPA) have extended condolences to West Indies test cricketer Veerasammy Permaul on the death of his mother.
The body of Waynumattie Permaul called ‘Dataley, mother of the Guyana and West Indies cricketer, Permaul was found Friday buried in a shallow grave at Kilcoy, East Berbice.
A release from the GCB stated that its president, Bissoondyal Singh and other executive members of the board wished to express sincere condolences to Permaul and his family at her passing.
“We trust that you gather strength and fortitude to withstand the pains and sorrow associated with this tragedy,” stated the release which added, “May her soul rest in peace.”
Meanwhile the WIPA, too extended sympathy to the left-arm orthodox spinner and his family.
WIPA president and CEO, Wavell Hinds stated, “The WIPA family extends condolences to Veerasammy Permaul and his family during this stressful time.
“We regret the untimely passing of his mother and hope he will find the strength and courage to continue his lifelong journey. May her soul rest in peace and light perpetually shine upon her.”
Permaul’s mother had been missing for a week which prompted the cricketer to make a report to the authorities. One day later the lifeless body of the 52-year-old was found in a shallow grave.
