Alanzo Parsons, a longtime resident of Hamilton and a champion of Bermuda’s cultural and economic growth, passed away on Saturday at the age of 72. Born in 1954, Parsons grew up in the city’s historic Old Town and later earned a degree in Business Administration from the University of the West Indies. He returned to Bermuda in the 1980s, where he quickly became a respected entrepreneur, founding a successful logistics firm that helped streamline freight operations for the island’s tourism sector.

Beyond his business achievements, Parsons was deeply involved in community outreach. He served on the Board of Directors for the Bermuda Cultural Foundation, sponsoring art exhibitions and supporting emerging local artists. In 2005 he co‑founded the Hamilton Youth Mentorship Program, providing scholarships and career guidance to students from underserved neighborhoods.

Colleagues describe him as a quiet but steadfast leader. "He had a unique ability to bring people together," said former Board Chair of the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce, Marcia Wells. "His commitment to both business excellence and civic responsibility set a standard for many of us here."

Parsons’ family will hold a private funeral service on Sunday. A public memorial in his honor will be held at St. George’s Cathedral on the following Monday, with a community reception to celebrate his life and enduring impact on the island.

His passing marks the loss of a visionary who helped shape Hamilton’s modern identity while never losing touch with its historic roots.