Governor, Congressman, Others Remember And Honor Nadine McCaw

July 9, 2011

Local, state and national political figures paused Friday to remember Century Councilwoman Nadine McCaw who passed away Thursday night at age 57.

For more on her passing, click here.

NorthEscambia.com asked several people for their thoughts on Nadine McCaw. Here’s what they told us:

“Town Council Member Nadine McCaw will be remembered for her dedicated service to her community. My condolences go to Nadine’s family and the town of Century, Florida.”  — Gov. Rick Scott

“Her day job was her work with the Century Branch Library, but Nadine’s passion was service to others.  She worked to better the lives of those in her community.  My wife Vicki and I offer our prayers for her husband, Eddie, her children, and her entire extended family.  She will be missed by all of us.” — Congressman Jeff Miller

“Nadine was a person who truly loved her town.” Century Mayor Freddie McCall

“Nadine was was a very fine, caring and compassionate person. She was a credit to her community.” — Escambia County Commission Chairman Kevin White

“Nadine’s death was a great loss to us all; but I am grateful that she is no longer suffering. I am also thankful I had the opportunity to know her and work with her on the Town Council. Even during the last months of her life, while suffering, she unselfishly gave as much of her energy to the Town as she could possibly manage. Nadine made Century a better place to live, and proved, with her hard work and commitment, that we all have the ability to make our community a better place.” — Century Town Council President Ann Brooks

“As a fellow councilwoman, the example Nadine set on the City Council is one I will always treasure and remember. She didn’t care about all the “politics” surrounding things. She only wanted to do what was best for Century and its citizens. I tell my students all the time to “live a legacy, not just leave a legacy.” Nadine certainly LIVED a legacy! I, for one, count myself blessed to not only say I knew Nadine McCaw, but I was friends with her. I know she is no longer in pain, but boy am I going to miss that great smile and contagious laugh! But, my memories are engraved deeply in my heart, and I find comfort in knowing I will see her again.” — Century Councilwoman Jacke Johnston

“There was a spark about her that cannot be replaced. There will never be another like her.” — Century Town Clerk Leslie Gonzalez

“The family should be extremely proud of what she has accomplished in her life, and the town should honor her for all she did not only for keeping the town going but for all of the individuals she personally helped when they had no where else to go to. Nadine did not need to know why you needed help, she just did it.” — Librarian Pat Rigel, Century Branch Library

Pictured: The flag was lowered to half-staff and a black bow was placed on the door at the Century Town Hall Friday in honor of  the late Councilwoman Nadine McCaw. Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

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2 Responses to “Governor, Congressman, Others Remember And Honor Nadine McCaw”

  1. amadison on July 11th, 2011 5:40 pm

    Mrs.Nadine and Mrs.Sharon will surely be missed, they was a great tribute to our community.My Prays go out to their husbands and family.They will be remember in our hearts.

  2. margaret on July 9th, 2011 10:33 am

    Nadine will be truly missed not only for her work but for her great personality and her caring for others. Nadine helped me in personal way that was never know by others. My prays go out to her family she loved dearly. Century will miss her in more ways than one. Rest in peace Nadine.

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