Senator Ben Murray-Bruce, on Friday, took to his Facebook page to announce the death of his wife, Evelyn Murray-Bruce, saying he lost her to cancer.
The Senator said he was heart broken, adding that they had been married for 41 years though their friendship began 43 years ago.
The Senator, however, refused to disclose the type of her cancer.
“I just lost my beautiful wife to cancer, she was my best friend for 43 years and my wife for 41 years.
“Cancer is real, but it should not be a death sentence. Awareness, early detection and treatment are key to survival,” he said.
The 64-year-old Senator said that the children were devastated by the news of her death and he was equally, stressing that he would have to be strong for the children
He urged Nigerians to put his family in their prayers, adding that “like the sun, my wife was a blessing and touched the lives of everyone she met.
” Though she is gone, she will remain alive in our hearts forever, I miss you, my sweetheart, and my most beautiful girl,” he said.
A statement by the family reads: “We sadly announce the passing away of Evelyn Murray-Bruce
Born on August 22rd 1953 in Valdosta GA, USA
She Passed away due to a protracted illness on March 20th 2020 in Valdosta Ga, USA
“She was a loving wife and mother. To her friends, she was very loyal. She was full of laughter and joy. You could always count on her for wise advice. She often put others before herself. She was always a humble country girl.
She will be buried in a private ceremony in her home town of Valdosta.
She is survived by her husband Ben Murray-Bruce and children: Jonathan, Jasmine, Jared and Cody.
May her soul rest in perfect peace”.
