Errol Lynwood Azore was born on February 6, 1949, in Kwakwani, Guyana, South America to his loving parents Jonathan (Jack) Azore and Hilda (Baby) Carter Azore who both preceded him in death. A sister, Elaine. also preceded him in death. Errol was the first son of this union. The family relocated to Campbellville when Errol was six years old. He attended Bissoo School, Campbellville Govt. School, Hoyt’s Preparatory School and St. Winifred’s Catholic School.
Errol developed a love for working with his hands at an early age. He enjoyed drawing, painting and calligraphy among other artistic activities. Errol began working with his father as an apprentice in carpentry, briefly tried plumbing but he eventually settled on what became his lifelong passion, Brick Masonry.
One of Errol’s favorite past times was taking his wife and kids to job sites and show them the work he was doing or had done. He had an indomitable work ethic, his attention to detail was legendary, every brick in its right place, no exception. He used his talents to create awesome designs in masonry. His eyes would light up when he spoke about projects he was working on. Often, as he drove around the DMV he would point at some buildings and say enthusiastically “I worked on that building”. He took great pride in the work he did as brick mason and then foreman for Urban Masonry until 1988, the year he suffered life altering injuries from an automobile accident. His pride and joy, which ironically became his last project, was the home he built for his family. He spared no detail.
Despite the sudden and severe changes that occurred in his life, Errol never lost his zest for living, his commitment to his family intensified, he became more protective of them and when he faced the occasional acute health crisis, he fought, sometimes enduring intense therapy, to return to baseline. When he did recover, he was always so grateful for the opportunity to have more time with his family and his family was always deeply thankful to have more time with him. Life seemed to get better as time went by. Errol’s faith was deep and it sustained him throughout.
Errol loved sports. He was an avid tennis player and according to his brother Patrick, he was really good at it. He and his lifelong friend Elvis Douglas were members of the Celtics Under Sixteen soccer team in the Demerara County. One memorable year they played in the Inter County Soccer Competition. It was the Demerara County vs the Essequibo County. To their delight the Demerara County won the championship. Errol was also active in the Boys’ Scouts’ organization. He was a dedicated Redskins (Commanders) fan. He rooted for them no matter how great the odds were against them. Even though Errol developed a love for basketball, his passion for soccer and cricket never waned.
Errol met the love of his life Pauline Elizabeth Rogers in 1966. They were joined in holy matrimony on June 27, 1970. They migrated to Canada shortly after, then relocated to the USA in 1972. Their union was blessed with two children Jermaine Lynwood Azore and Erica Lyn Azore and his grandson Ashton Dakari Glasco who brought him immeasurable joy for the precious twelve years they had together. Errol (Pop Pop) and Ashton adored each other, his eyes lit up, his smile widened every time Ashton walked through the door. It was a blessing and a beauty to behold.
Errol followed world politics avidly. He kept abreast of every political event that occurred in his beloved Guyana. He knew more about Guyana politics than many people living in Guyana. He literally spent hours every day following world politics. One of his favorite news sources was the show hosted by Dr. David Hines, a fellow Guyanese. Errol could tell you the history and politics about countries all over the world and took pride in sharing this knowledge with his family. If one of the children or actually anyone asked a question about a certain country, very often they got a history lesson. He also had a keen sense of humor and would often entertain family and friends with stories of his youthful adventures and the trouble he sometimes got into for some of his escapades. Errol told his last joke just hours before his passing. It was one of his best jokes, vintage Errol.
Errol loved to cook for his family. Through God’s mercy, he was able to continue this past time, though to a lesser degree, even after his unfortunate accident. His specialties included; Lo mein, brown-stew chicken, split peas soup with dumplings and Sago. He would sometimes brag that he taught his wife to cook certain dishes.
Errol was a giver. He pushed his family to achieve their goals and supported them in their endeavors. He stepped up to help anyone whenever needed. He helped without needing to be asked and he did this with sincerity and quietly expecting nothing in return. He just enjoyed helping and pushing people to reach their maximum potential.
Errol gained his wings on Tuesday December 26, 2023 surrounded by his wife and family. He soared to a better place. He spent the last hours of his life listening to his favorite songs and gospel tunes.
He leaves to cherish his memory and continue his legacy; wife Pauline Elizabeth, children; Jermaine Lynwood and Erica Lyn, grandson; Ashton Dakari. Brother Compton (Patrick) sisters: Paulette Edwards, Monica Smith (Compton), Meghan, and Patricia Isaacs, and nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He will forever be missed.
