The Workers’ Party expresses its deepest condolences to the family of Mrs Jean Marshall, who died on Monday 29 March 2021 at the age of 94.
Mrs Marshall was a pioneer in the field of medical social work, making contributions to the Red Cross and the Singapore Children’s Society’s convalescent home. She was the wife of the late Mr David Marshall, Singapore’s first Chief Minister and the founding leader of The Workers’ Party in 1957.
While we in the Workers’ Party mourn Mrs Marshall’s passing, we are reminded of the contributions of her generation and particularly those of the women, who are often forgotten. What we have today would not have been possible without their sacrifices.
We hope Mrs Jean Marshall’s example and that of her husband Mr David Marshall will inspire those working for the greater good of Singapore society today in both the civil society and political spheres.