Hagåtña, Guam – Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and Lieutenant Governor Josh Tenorio issue the following statements on the passing of former Vice Speaker Ted S. Nelson:
“Vice Speaker Nelson dedicated his life to service, and he did so with humility, wisdom, and a deep love for the people of Guam. As an educator, he nurtured generations of students, always believing that knowledge was the key to a better future. As a six-term senator and Vice Speaker of the Guam Legislature, he carried that same passion for learning into public service, working to build stronger communities, create opportunities for working families, and uplift those who needed it most. It was an honor to serve alongside him as Senator,” said Governor Lou Leon Guerrero.
“Vice Speaker Nelson was a champion for affordable housing, a leader in infrastructure development, and a fighter for the common man—always standing up for those who couldn’t fight for themselves. As the creator of the Land for the Landless program, he made homeownership a reality for countless families, giving them not just land but the foundation for a better future. His work laid the groundwork for a stronger Guam, and his legacy will live on in the lives he touched, the policies he shaped, and the communities he helped build,” added Lt. Governor Tenorio. “He was also a devoted husband who wholeheartedly supported his wife Gloria, and together, they made significant contributions to the Democratic Party, advocating for the values of fairness, opportunity, and progress for our island. On behalf of the people of Guam, we honor his memory, and we share in the sorrow of his family and loved ones. May he rest in peace, knowing that his life’s work will continue to inspire generations to come. He now joins his beloved wife Gloria in eternal rest.”
Flags will be flown at half-staff in honor of his life and legacy.
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