The United States Embassy in Nicaragua has announced the opening of an online condolence book to honor the late Ambassador Lino Gutierrez. The former US ambassador to Nicaragua passed away on May 3, 2025, in Alexandria, Virginia, at the age of 74.
Ambassador Gutierrez had a notable career in the US Foreign Service. He served as the US ambassador to Nicaragua from 1996 to 1999 and held various other significant positions, including principal deputy assistant secretary in the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs and ambassador to Argentina.
To leave a message of condolence for Ambassador Gutierrez, individuals are invited to access the online form provided by the embassy.