Betty Bailey refers to Dr Williams in the present tense while recalling fond memories of a life time of friendship. She has known Dr Williams for the past 70 years and passes on her deepest sympathy to his wife Jill, his children and sister Manuae Scheel. In 1950, Bailey travelled with Dr Williams, Cowan, Mataio and Emily Browne to New Zealand as part of a group of scholarship students. He held the overseas seat for the Cook Islands representing Cook Islands people living in New Zealand from 1994-2003 and remained active in politics. “Dr Williams was a statesman, leader, mentor, wise advisor to many, passionate advocate and strategist.

Source: Stuff September 06, 2020 20:27 UTC