Florida based gay rights activist Jorge Diaz-Johnston has died of what authorities attributed to homicide. He was found stone dead in a landfill after days of being declared missing. The 54 year old gay rights advocate was reportedly seen for the last time on January 3 prior to his death.
Funeral of Jorge Diaz-Johnston
It is unclear when the funeral and the burial service of Jorge Diaz-Johnston would be held. The family has not made any official information available yet as regards to the funeral. You will be updated once there is available details on the funeral.
Reacting to the new of his tragic death, his brother Diaz, who served as mayor of Miami from 2001 to 2009, released a statement on Twitter confirming his brother’s death.
“I am profoundly appreciative of the outpouring of support shown to me, my brother-in-law Don, and my family after the loss of my brother, Jorge Diaz-Johnston,” wrote. “My brother was such a special gift to this world whose heart and legacy will continue to live on for generations to come.”
Jorge Diaz-Johnston’s death has come as shock to many people especially his husband and his entire family.
