Lincoln Alexander, the 24th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, has passed away this morning.
With his wife Marni Beal by his side he died peacefully at around 8:15 am.
Current Lieutenant Governor David Onley made the announcement Friday morning.
“I am profoundly saddened to learn of the death of The Honourable Lincoln MacCauley Alexander, 24th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario,” Onley said in a statement.
“A great Canadian, a great man,” Onley said. “In the name of her majesty and the people of Ontario, our condolences to his wife Marni and his family.”
His funeral service will take place at Hamilton Place, more details to follow.
