Major Eric Neal, Chief Scout of Belize passed away on October 1, 2021.

The Scout Association of Belize saw it most fitting to have a celebration of Life in his memory.  The Service was held at Camp Oakley on October 19, 2021.

Sir Colville N. Young former Governor-General of Belize and Patron of the Scout Association attended the service and ceremony among many relatives, friends and Scouts.  Major Neal served as Sir Colville’s Aid de Camp for many years.

In honor of Major Neal’s memory, the Scout Association constructed a memorial wall where a name plate recognizing the service of Major Neal was placed.

The Service was conducted by Reverend Amelio Chi, Our Lady of the Way Parish Administrator in Ladyville.

 

Historical facts about Scouting in Belize

Article publish on November 26, 2011, The Scout Association celebrated one hundred years of Scouting in 2011.  In connection with the celebrations to mark the occasion, a recognition dinner and dance banquet was held at the Princess Hotel and Casino at which time several awards were presented in various categories.  On this occasion, the Business Award went to Habet & Habet Ltd. for their invaluable support to the Scout program.

About Habet and Habet Ltd.

Habet & Habet was established as a partnership in December 1984 after having operated as a branch of their father’s business, Salvador Habet Ltd, for the previous two years. This partnership of brothers, Omar and David Habet, specialized in grocery items, as well as hardware, and building materials. Realizing the need for expansion after a few years, the partners purchased property, constructed and relocated to 135 Corner West & Basra Streets. They eventually constructed another building and extended their product lines to include furniture and houseware.  After mutually deciding to branch off on their own, the partnership was dissolved, with David keeping the furniture/houseware division and Omar carrying on the business of grocery, hardware, and construction supplies.

In December 1993, the limited liability company, Habet & Habet Ltd. was formed having two shareholders, Omar Habet & his wife, Gina Habet. The growth of the business continued and after ten years, in June 2003, the company relocated to a much larger facility at 107 Cemetery Road, Belize City.

Habet & Habet Ltd continues to be a leader in the hardware/building materials market. Its spacious, computerized, air-conditioned establishment; free parking and delivery; and products at competitive prices account for its ever-growing customer support and popularity. In addition, Habet & Habet Ltd has always been a very socially minded business. It continues to assist non-governmental and charitable institutions through financial assistance. Such organizations as the Rotary Club of Belize, Lion’s Club, Mercy Care Center, YMCA, YWCA, Scouts, Friends of Pediatrics, schools, churches, and sporting clubs throughout the country, have been assisted in numerous ways. Several young men and women have also been assisted with part-time employment to assist with meeting their educational goals, as well as several scholarships, have been awarded to needy children in the community.

Photos credit: Diego Grajales Photography