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Foxy marks 85th Birthday with grand celebration on JvD

While his birthday was in September, Foxy decided to celebrate his 85th birthday on Sunday, October 15, 2023, with a big splash attracting people from all walks of life to the island. Photo: VINO/File
Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley visited the island for the celebrations. Photo: VINO/File
Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley visited the island for the celebrations. Photo: VINO/File
 Member of the Opposition Hon Marlon A. Penn joined in the celebration. Photo: VINO/File
Member of the Opposition Hon Marlon A. Penn joined in the celebration. Photo: VINO/File
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI - "People be like, Foxy live in truthfulness, love and love of God," were the words of the legendary Philicianno O. Callwood MBE aka "Foxy" MBE, at the celebration of his 85th birthday.

Born on September 27, 1938, Foxy is one of the most famous residents on the Island of Jost van Dyke and the proprietor of Foxy's Restaurant and Bar.

While his birthday was in September, Foxy decided to celebrate his 85th birthday on Sunday, October 15, 2023, with a big splash attracting people from all walks of life to the island.

Among them were Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade Honourable Lorna G. Smith (AL), Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Dr The Honourable Karl Dawson (R1) and Member of the Opposition Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8).

Legislators joined in celebrations 

In her social media post, Hon Smith said, "Thanks for all you have done over the years to put this country on the map! I have attended so many of your New Year’s Eve parties ranked among the best in the world."

Hon Wheatley apart from his wishes for continued long life and good health, celebrated Foxy on instrument playing with the band Leon and the Hotshots.

Hon Dawson reflected on the churchgoer Foxy who in his early years provided music with his guitar.

The celebration ran throughout the day and well into the night with Pascale and the Extreme Band closing out the celebration.

Foxy says he looks forward to living to 100 years and to continuing the traditional Foxy's events, especially the New Year celebrations.

11 Responses to “Foxy marks 85th Birthday with grand celebration on JvD”

  • Fam (16/10/2023, 17:04) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    Happy birthday big man
  • Xxx (16/10/2023, 17:25) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations to the young man!
  • Anonymous (16/10/2023, 17:28) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    We are confident that Foxy will celebrate another 20 years as he continues to serve the people of JVD
  • Doll (16/10/2023, 17:55) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Happy Belated Birthday, Foxys! May the Almighty grant you the opportunity to see many, many more birthdays.
  • Citizen (16/10/2023, 18:01) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Happy Birthday Sir, God's Devine spirit continue to guide and keep you. Thanks for all your efforts only in the FOXY's style
  • cnn (16/10/2023, 18:21) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    His wife is very sophisticated
  • Asking for my self (16/10/2023, 19:13) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    where is the premier??
  • Andrew Cox Sr (16/10/2023, 19:19) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    well done
  • Mitch (16/10/2023, 19:51) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Where Mitch ?
  • resident (17/10/2023, 00:31) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Foxy is a legend I will always remember the joke he told about women liking 3 kinds of animals, a mink as in a mink coat, a jaguar as in the car and the jackazz of a man who will buy her the first two
  • Tr DeFreitas (17/10/2023, 06:07) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Happy 85th birthday Foxy! May God grant you many more. I have lots of pleasant memories of you and the family and JVD.


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