Statement by Lynette Huggins: 

“Tonight, we honor the memory of my beloved husband, Vincent H. Huggins, a man who dedicated his life to healthcare and to the preservation and prolonging of life. Vincent believed deeply in giving of himself to others. Through his compassion, generosity, and service, he touched countless lives and left the world a better place than he found it. It is therefore especially meaningful to present the Vincent H. Huggins SUNSHINE Award. May this award serve as a lasting reminder that a life devoted to helping others never truly ends—it continues through the lives we touch.”

Statement by Greg Huggins:

“Born in Curaçao and raised in the Netherlands, Bregje Boetekees made St. Maarten her home in 1994 and has devoted much of her professional life to improving healthcare and elder care on the island. A Registered Nurse, Bregje began her career at St. Maarten Medical Center before providing home nursing and palliative care. Since 2008, she has served as Operations Manager of White Yellow Cross Care Foundation, providing leadership across its healthcare services and helping develop new care programs to meet the changing needs of St. Maarten’s population. She is a passionate advocate for quality care, prevention, and the dignity of seniors, Bregje believes that healthcare must continue to evolve to serve a growing and aging population. Tonight, the SUNSHINE Awards Organization proudly honors Bregje Boetekees with the 2026 Vincent A. Huggins SUNSHINE Award for her contribution to Healthcare.”