KINGSTON, Jamaica — News of Roger Clarke’s death has generated hundreds of responses on the Jamaica Observer website and social media pages. Here are some of the comments:

Meggan Williams: RIP Roger, u will be missed by many. great human being with a good sense of humor. So sad.

Trisha Love: RIP Mr. Clarke. Jamaica has lost another hardworking, dedicated son.

Grace Strachan: RIP Roger Clarke. Thanks for your service to Jamaica!

Marva Marsh: Rip he was a good man…

Norman Townsend: You will be sadly missed by PNP but mostly by the people of St Elizabeth and Westmoreland we know your good work RIP my brother hopefully your family will stay strong

Sandra Grant: My condolences to his family. He was a good MP and put his money where his mouth is. There are too many corrupt MP’s out there so when a good one dies, he will surely be missed. RIP.

Janice Samuels: You have left n indelible mark on the agricultural sector.

Sheldon Ryan Wilson: RIP!

He fought long and hard and without any prejudice we can at least admit that he made significant contributions to the country. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues and well wishers.

Rowena Walker-Scarlett: Roger hard worker for the Agriculture sector you will be missed.

Michael Silvera: RIP my friend. You were a great guy. Had some good waters together in the past. My condolences to the family

Verna Graham: O no! I am so sorry I love Roger Clark may is soul rest in peace

Shanakay Brown-McCarty: RIP SIR…A TRUE MINISTER OF THE SOIL…BEST AGRICULTURE MINISTER OF ALL TIME

Meelo Blacks: A very nice person, R.I.P roger

Stacy-Ann: Really? He was the vibes master of politics in Jamaica. How does a back surgery end up tragic? RIP

pinkwhiz : I am feeling the death of this Minister more than I ever thought I would. This is really a very very sad time in our history.

AnnaK: So sorry to hear. He was a kind hearted man with good intentions, and a great sense of humour. RIP, Mr Clarke.

[Fe(SCN)]2+: Smaddy pinch mi… this cyan real! Gone is your body but your spirit & legacy is immortal.

NejeeperKNG: I must say this—I have never lost any respect for Mr. Clarke. I believe that he is a natural comedian who can take a joke and someone who had a heart. It is sad to see him go instead of the many questionable characters in politics. RIP Sir…travel well.

Kjair: Rest in Peace Roger. You did your best serving the country & I hope your family takes some solitude from this service.

Meanwhile, in a statement expressing condolences on behalf of the Jamaica Pig Farmers’ Association (JPFA), President Delroy Manya Manya said Clarke “was warm-hearted, cheerful and had a charming personality.  Whether it was our Annual General Meeting, farmers’ ball or some other event, Minister Clarke was sure to give his support and could be depended upon for full participation and to make himself available so that all in attendance, and especially our farmers at all levels could connect with him personally.  He will be affectionately remembered and missed by all of us.”