Observer Staff Reports

(Cox, Nevis) – Co-owner of Montpelier Plantation Inn Lincoln Hoffman died earlier this week and is sorely missed by friends and family. The Hoffman family has owned the world-renowned inn for the past six years and plans to open for the season on Oct. 5 as scheduled.

The family released the following statement:

“His impact at the hotel and on the island will be felt for years to come. The first time that Lincoln arrived on the island he said it just felt right, and instantly fell in love with the island and the people. He was aware that his life did not revolve around the hotel, so he pursued other things that through the years had become important such as the preservation of the island.

“He played an important role in the Historical Society and hopes that his efforts will continue. We will continue to run and operate Montpelier in the manner that he would be proud of and to see his dream continue for many generations.”

Lincoln is survived by his wife Muffin, A daughter Tonya, a son Timothy, daughter-in-law Merideth and three grand children Kyler, Maya and Jasmine.

Funeral services will be held at the Gingerland Methodist Church, Monday, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for memorial donations to the Nevis Historical Society.