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Ravi Vimal Jayewardene, the son of first executive president of Sri Lanka, J. R. Jayewardene passed away at the age of 80 at his residence in Colombo today, family sources said.

He was the founder of the Special Task Force (STF).


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  • King Mihiraj Monday, 03 April 2017 07:47 PM

    Great son of a Gretest Leader. A true gentleman, a silent hero. May his sole attain Niban

    Kumar of Nallur Monday, 10 April 2017 08:36 AM

    That might be sir, But neither he nor his father couldn't do the job it was that 7/11- cardboard type who finished it off :) so chill man, its not gentlemanly to ridicule fellow folks

    Kumar of Nallur Monday, 10 April 2017 08:33 AM

    We know who you are referring to, But dont forget DS,Sirimavo also

    nishantha Thursday, 06 April 2017 12:48 PM

    Rest In Peace .

    samitha Wednesday, 05 April 2017 05:04 PM

    Rest In Peace . A silent Hero.

    Gobba Tuesday, 04 April 2017 05:01 PM

    Good lessons to be learnt from all the so called "SMART PATRIOTS" in this country. Here was a TRUE REAL LIFE PATRIOT, not these cardboard 7/11 Green Card types that we have.

    naina Tuesday, 04 April 2017 03:01 PM

    many lessons to learn from pundit politiks son from him via DM Android App

    willows Tuesday, 04 April 2017 09:32 AM

    May you rest in peace Sir, all the politician sons should learn from this gentleman, especially first sons?

    Sue Tuesday, 04 April 2017 09:28 AM

    An unsung hero. A rare breed in this country. Most people didn't even know that he was JR's son. May he rest in peace.

    Gamini Monday, 03 April 2017 09:21 PM

    Great son of a great father and mother, who were excellent role models for all politicians and leaders, their families and children. May you attain the supreme bliss of nibbana.

    Dammika Monday, 03 April 2017 02:56 PM

    R.I.P. Silent contributors

    Ashroff Monday, 03 April 2017 07:45 PM

    Great fathe great son

    Yehiya Monday, 03 April 2017 05:20 PM

    There are lot of things to learn from Ravi Jayawardena.

    Rabbit Monday, 03 April 2017 04:49 PM

    RIP, Patriot.

    Malaka Monday, 03 April 2017 04:34 PM

    One of the best pilots we had. Maintained a low profile despite being the only son of a powerful Executive President.

    nash Monday, 03 April 2017 04:31 PM

    May you attain great bliss of Nirvana!!

    Rohan Monday, 03 April 2017 04:07 PM

    Gave a lot for our country, expected very little in return.RIP.

    Kaboos Monday, 03 April 2017 03:58 PM

    Son of a great leader May his soul rest in peace.

    Robert Abayasekara Monday, 03 April 2017 03:36 PM

    An unsung hero and a Great man on his own right!The ideal example for politicians children (unfortunately none followed his example) May he Rest in Peace!

    Hassanda Monday, 03 April 2017 03:06 PM

    May his soul Rest In Peace The Son of great leader of Sri Lanka Family never greedy for political dynasty


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