TORONTO — Jill Stewart, wife of Sandals Resorts International’s Executive Chairman, Adam Stewart, has died.

Adam shared the heartbreaking news over the weekend.

“It is almost unimaginable that it has come to this. Still, with unbearable grief and a broken heart, I let you know that my wife Jill, the love of my life, my best friend of 28 years, and mother of our three wonderful children passed away peacefully and surrounded by love,” he said.

Jill was diagnosed with cancer in spring 2022, and had been sharing her journey via social media, touching the lives and providing comfort for thousands who were going through cancer battles of their own. In May 2022 she posted: “A couple of weeks ago I had an MRI of my knee, dreading that I might need surgery. But our worlds got turned upside down when we were told it was a sarcoma – a fancy name for cancer and one that I had never heard before. I don’t think anyone is ever prepared to hear that word…. A new chapter in my life has begun and as scared as I am, I know the only way to the other side is through. So I’ve put on my warrior shirt and I’m ready to go to battle. I’m going to give it my all.”

Adam posted his message of her passing on social media too. “From the moment we received her terrible diagnosis a little more than a year ago, Jill was certain she wanted to share her journey, our family’s journey, wherever it led. Opening herself to this community was brave and generous. Just like Jill. She remained deeply touched by your words of comfort and she hoped her story would serve to impact others in the pursuit of prevention,” he said.

Adam went on to say: “Time with the ones you love is what life is all about. Jill believed this to her core and told us so time and time again. She fought harder than anything I have ever seen and never ever gave up. Hers will forever be a story of courage, strength and grace. We are shattered to begin this new journey without her but the love she left us will be our guide.

“To our beautiful Jilly, you taught us the true meaning of selfless love and we will love you forever.

“On behalf of my family, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for taking part in our story. Your support and encouragement have been one of the most sacred things we have ever experienced. We are deeply aware and forever grateful for your time. It is everything.”

Anyone wishing to share thoughts, prayers and condolences can email WithLove@JillStewartFamily.com.