Archbishop Emeritus Edward Gilbert has died.

in 2001, Gilbert was installed Archbishop to the Archdiocese of Port of Spain. He served for ten years, until 2011. Prior to this, he was Bishop of Roseau from 1994 to 2001.

A release from the Catholic Media Services Limited (Camsel) stated that, “It is with deep sorrow that the local Catholic Community learns of the passing of Archbishop Emeritus Most Reverend Edward J Gilbert, CSsR … During his episcopal ministry, he strengthened diocesan structures, promoted vocations, and fostered deeper collaboration between clergy, Religious, and laity.”