Original Memory Book for Albertha Lynes

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The Royal Bahamas Police Force Oath of Allegiance I swear by Almighty God that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, II, her heirs and successors in person, crown and dignity against all enemies and will observe and obey all orders of Her Majesty, her heirs and successors and of the generals and officers over me.


Home-going Celebration Service For The Life Of

G. Albertha

Lynes

Arrival: February 10th, 1962 Departure: March 15th,2018 Age: 56 Service Held At Greater Bethel Cathedral, Faith Way Friday April 6th 2018 At: 10 am Officiating: Apostle Livingstone Lynes Suffragan Bishop Christopher Minnis Apostle John Mohorn of Pompano Beach Florida Assisted By: Other Ministers of the Gospel Musicians: Min. Mya Minnis Min. Daniel Brown Darrow Rolle Jamaine Johnson Min. Christopher Minnis Interment : Lakeview Memorial Gardens John F. Kennedy Drive & Gladstone Road


The Itinerary

Her Life of

Arrival

February is a time for love, and love it was on February 10th 1962 as the late Oliver and Brenda Lynes welcomed a beautiful chocolate baby girl into their family. She was named Gwendolyn Albertha Lynes, and affectionately called ‘Bertha’. Throughout her lifetime those that new and loved her gave her many names including; ‘Queen’, ‘Kid’, ‘Dark and Lovely’, ‘Ebony’ and of course the infamous ‘Bertha from Bahamsair’. As a child, Bertha enjoyed many things including cooking, making dresses for her dolls, playing bat ‘n ball, hopscotch, jacks, and modeling. An expert with a sharp eye, Bertha was called on many occasions to rescue her brothers when they lost their ‘guppies’ in a game of marbles. As a child, the church was a big part of her life, and missing services was never an option. Singing in the choir with her siblings and other children in the community at Mt. Pleasant Green Baptist Church was something Bertha enjoyed.

A Time to be Educated (Connecting to Education)

Albertha began her early education as all the children in the Strachan’s Corner Community did at W.V Eneas Preschool. Upon completion of kindergarten, she transferred to Centerville Primary School where according to her principal Mrs. J. Thompson she was one of the first students to pass the entrance exam and with flying colors. Bertha continued her education and graduated from the C.C. Sweeting Senior High School. She was never one to settle and was zealous for learning and finding ways for career advancement. To this end, she enrolled in and completed courses at the Nassau Academy of Business and the The College of The Bahamas.

A Time to Work

A very hard working woman, Bertha entered the workforce at the tender age of 17. She commenced her career at Eddies Department Store, where she tailored shirts that were sold in the store. Albertha loved to sew. She could see something in a magazine or on a collection and cut it freehand precisely as she had seen it. It was a beautiful gift from God that she used thoroughly. She was also employed at Bailey Tailoring making uniforms for the police. The same uniforms that she would one day wear with pride. As a young mother, Bertha was determined to advance herself for the benefit of her children. As a result, she applied to Bahamasair and began her career as a seamstress making uniforms for the staff. Albertha saw this entry level post as an opportunity and was steadfastly pursuing managers for any vacancies for promotion. Finally, after a few years, she was transferred to the switchboard as an operator. She was very good at what she did, but as a people’s person, she desired to be face to face with clients. The Management team, taking note of her warm personality decided that she would do well in the City Ticket Office (CTO). The moment she began, she built an incredible rapport with customers;


she excelled and was often called upon to serve as acting supervisor of the ticket office. This training was not in vain as she was later promoted to the position of Sales Supervisor. Bertha was then transferred to the Airport Counter, where she met and interacted with many persons who would become lifelong friends. After a few years, she was promoted to CTO Manager with responsibility for the sales offices. She served in this position until her final boarding call. Albertha also served as an Attache’ in the BAAA’s for many years and was front and center at all of the major sporting events they hosted. She enjoyed working with and assisting the athletes. On June 2007 she completed her training and was enlisted to the Royal Bahamas Police Force Reserves. She was posted to the Traffic Division of the RBPF and took great pride in serving her Country in this capacity. She made an indelible impression on her fellow officers and they quickly learnt of her many talents, particularly her ability to put together a five star meal. On August 1st 2016 she was promoted to the rank of Corporal. Bertha was never shy about her position on the police force and wore her uniform with a flare that made you stare. In 2010 Albertha’s daughter Robyn founded ‘Core of Hope’; a non-profit organization focused on providing services and support to inner city youth. Bertha served as Vice President and everything else! She truly enjoyed preparing breakfast for the children and was front and center at every back to school give-away. She had the full support of Bahamasair’s management and brought over back to school supplies by the boxes every year for free distribution. She made such an impression on the children and during the Summer Club they looked forward to the days when she was responsible for providing lunch and afternoon activities. She was such a generous person who gave with love and sincerity.

A Time to Explore her Gifts

Albertha was incredibly gifted and possessed a natural ability to be creative. She could tailor any article of clothing, make floral arrangements, prepare the tastiest of Bahamian cuisine and apply make-up like a trained professional. She was called upon for almost every wedding for her nieces, nephews, close friends, and colleagues. Organizing baby showers, birthday parties, graduations and any function that was being arranged was one of her passions. She was the MC, event coordinator, make-up artist, decorator, chef and Sargent at Arms. Whether she had two years or two weeks’ notice she pulled it together and created an event everyone remembered. Her birthday parties became the occasion of the year and her signature of gratitude to all of her family and friends. She also enjoyed coaching young ladies for beauty pageants and channeled the many skills she acquired as a freelance model to assist them. In 2006 she became a founding member of the Miss Cultural Bahamas Pageant Committee with specific responsibility for etiquette and training. She was honored in 2015 for her outstanding contributions to the pageant industry.

Connecting with her Children

Bertha’s love for her Children was the thread that was woven through the fabric of her life. Every decision she made was to provide for them, and she ensured that they understood “don’t do as I do, do as I say!” She was a disciplinarian, determined to give her children the opportunities she never had. She educated them and raised them to be respectful, productive citizens. When she began her employment at Bahamasair, she took full advantage of those travel opportunities and bought


groceries and clothing by the bulk. Her talents were perfected through her children. Outfits, prom dresses, school uniforms and the like were stitched with love. It didn’t matter that while she finished the uniform, they were wearing it and ready to go to school, or that the finishing touches of Robyn and Simone’s dresses were done while they were on their way to a function. She got it done! Remonne, Simone, Robyn, and Ra’Shad were Bertha’s life, and she celebrated their every achievement. Always encouraging them to strive for and be the very best at whatever they did. They are undoubtedly her greatest accomplishment. She was a phenomenal mother and arguably the most stylish, exquisite and loving Grammy (oh sorry Bertha) ‘Nana’ in the word. When her grandchildren were born, they became the center of her universe; Kaaliyah who she affectionately called “Louis’’, Ariane and Troy were the focus of her conversation about the future. She enjoyed every minute with them and gave them the very best of herself.

Departure

As much as Bertha loved to travel she was seldom early for any check-in and would regularly call to ensure she made the flight. But on Thursday, March 15th, 2018 at 7:40 am; when passengers were called and the plane to heaven boarded she was present and on time. Left to cherish her precious memories and legacy are her: Four children: Remonne (Angel), Simone-Nicole Duncombe, Robyn-Dawn and Ra`Shad Lynes. Adopted Children: Sudia Munroe and LaShawn Cartwright. Grandchildren: Kaaliyah Cooper, Ariane and Troy Duncombe. Honorary Mothers: Abigail Bethel and Erma Williams. Siblings: Evangelist Agnes (Rollin) Carey and Carl Rolle, Daphne (Qutie) Miller, Levi Laing, Ephraim, Raymond, Rev. Carolee (Kenneth)Wright, Apostle Livingstone (Nickesha) Lynes and Elder Margaret Lynes-Knowles. Aunt & Uncle: Anna Russell of Crown Heaven, Abaco and Wilfred Cooper of High Rock, Grand Bahama. Nephews & Nieces: Elvis (Gina), Jerome(Deon), Michael(Lillian), Keith(Tracy), David(Sophia), Wayde and Wayne(Genice) Carey, Dale, Sean (Jonetta), Wallace, Marvin Rolle, Darrin (Jasmin) and Elvin Rolle, Reginald () Leevan, Troit Sr. (Shakeria), Livingstone Jr., Eshban (Kelly) and Joshua Lynes, Kenneth (Lisa), Antione and Walter Wright, Kendrick (Gernique) Dames, Javon (Tiffany) Johnson and Wayne Miller, Lavardo Bethel, Geo Smith, Anthony Deveaux Jr., Tahj Francis, Rudy Taylor, Kelsie Taylor, Rodger Taylor Sherry (Stephenson) Gibson, Sheila(Basil) Pierce and Sharon Carey, Carla (Gregory) Armbrister, Ianthe (Lesley) Bain, Brennamae (Fernley) Cooper, Brenda Rolle, Cherice, Charmaine, Daphne, Tamla, Shalinka, and Charity Lynes, KerryAnn (Adeyemi) Kayode, Anita (Jermaine) Dorsey, Pastor Faith (Nathaniel) Percentie, Min. Hope(Joshua) Hall, Min. Charlene (Rev. Patrick) Paul and Taliste Taylor and Teneil Kimple, Tiavannia Thompson, Rickyesh and Chelsea Bastian, and Kristen Curry. Adopted Nieces and Nephews: Diana Capron, Wayne Sawyer, Levi Macheado and Shenique Knowles. Grand Nephews & Nieces: Donovan, Eljane, Evita, Deandra, Jerome Jr., Hezron Stephanie, Stephen, Stephano, Sterling, Jessica, Stacy, Tiskia, Perez, Kennisha, Joshua, Zipporah, Hadassah, Emerald, Charlton, Kenneth, Kevin, Manessa, Jade, Tameka, Tre’, Troit Jr., Dilinco, Shaloam, Dashia, Alexandria, Lakia, Kalyn, Kyle, Odeisha, Obadiah Jr, Chadiah, Jaheem, Grace, Khalil, Sapriya, Trevor, Valencia, Trevinia, Corissa, Kishmere, Leslie Jr., Levanti, Trinity, Autumn, Rhavanya, Michael, Regae’, Reganique, Reganae, Kyera, Kelvin Chernise, Kenya, Keniya and Janiya. Cousins: Evangelist Mavis Poitier, Leanna, Marilee, Mae, Gretel, Livingstone, Victoria, Beulah, Lois, Vera, Iva, Ena, Myrtle, Mary, Daisy, Jane, Clara, Ruthmae, Bernice,


Monica, Linda, Jackie, Verlene, Iceletta, Ishmael, Harris, Hiram, Joseph, Nathaniel, Timmy, Emalchus, Livingston, Johnny, Elouise, Melvenia, Iva, Loretta, Laura, Geraldine Brown, Levenia, Vertle, Perill, Deloris, Hattiemae, Floramae, Corene, Shirlene, Alsaida, Victoria, Joyce, Annie, Hilton, Nehemiah, Percy, Vernal, Wilmon, Eric, Gladstone, Horatio, Joey, Johnny, Darling, Lean, Floramae, Louisa, Ellamae, Henry, Walter, Joseph, Edison and Alfred. Honorary Brothers: George ‘ Boomer’ Armbrister, Michael Sands( Mike), Prince Storr, Henry Major ,Mr. Leslie Miller, Rasheal & Paul Bevans ,Gary ‘Super’ Johnson, Denzel ‘Danny’ Marsh, Frederick Cooper Sr., Ivan Francis, Goldie, Paul Barnett, Charles Sawyer, Don Davis and Superintendent Anthony Curtis. Honorary Sisters: Susan Palmer, Sabrina Francis, Audrey Smith ,Jackie, Marsha, Tracey, and Lisa Bethel, Jackie (Jacquelyn) Cooper, Kim Thurston, Shavon Ramsey, Deidre Taylor, Lisa Quinn-Brown of Bermuda, Martha Sturrup, Rosalind Curry, Janice Archer, Jacquelyn KingLangner, Melanie Swaby, Pamela Rahming-Deveaux and Rona Gibson-Major. Godchildren: Nadia McIntosh, Simeon Lopez, Onassis Hall, Anishka, Vanell Neily, Stephanie Munroe, Marisha Cartwright, Walterez and Walter Palmer Jr., Caleb Sawyer, Jadavinique, Phylicia Cooper, Charity Lynes, Rashae Sands, Nola , Eldridge Walker, Anaan Rahming, Cameron Johnson. Relatives and Close Friends: Officers and Members of the Voice of the Watchman Ministries, Management & Staff of Bahamasair Holdings Ltd (especially Oakes Field & Palmdale CTOs), The Royal Bahamas Police Force (especially Traffic Division & Reserves Squad C (2007)), The Hon. Philip ‘Brave’ (Ann Marie) Davis, The Rt. Hon. Perry G. Christie & Bernadette Christie, Mr. Bradley Roberts, The South Beach Branch and The Women’s Branch of the PLP & other party supporters, the Centerville Primary School 50th Anniversary Alumni Committee, The Sporting Community, The BTC Family, Sgt. Wright & Criminal Records Office, Steven Rose & the Acklins Community, Vernincha Butler, Andy Ford, Allan Sweeting, Suffragran Bishop Christopher Minnis & the Greater Bethel Cathedral Family, Apostle John Mohorn and the Word of the Living God Ministries Family, Apostle George and Master Prophet Saveletta Fowler & The Final Hour Family, Apostle J. Rodney Roberts & The Five Porches of Deliverance Family, Pastor U. Alexander Davidson and the TBOJC Family, Pastor Tyrone Mott and the Word Alive Ministries Family, Pastor Ellison Greenslade and the Bible Truth Ministries Family, Pastor Randy (Jackie) Hanna, Pastor Mario Moxey & BHC Family, Father I. Ranfurly Brown, Dr. Eugene (Geleta) Gray, Tito Collie, Ernestine (Anthony) Bartlette, Erica Lamm, Cheff, Veronica Bain, Elton and Cassandra Cooper, Paul Rolle, Paul Smith, Paul Fernander, Delano, David Wilson , Catrina Jones, Patricia Mitchell, Perky Obrien, Phyllis Johnson, Mrs. Eleka (Phillip) Clarke, Marguerite Dean-Pierre, Don Davis, Trevor Davis & Family the Heild, Laing, Murphy, Smith, Coakley, Ferguson, Edgecombe, Rahming, Williams, Nesbitt, Mackey, Major, Rolle, Cooper, Innis, Maycock and Johnson Families, The Music Makers Junkanoo Organization, The Emerald Gardens, Strachan’s Corner, Fritz Lane, Thompson Lane, Fowler St. & Ft. Hill Families and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.


Service

Order of Moderator | Musical Prelude

Seating of the Family Entrance of the Body Opening Sentence

Invocation | Pastor U. Alexander Davidson (T.B.O.J.C.) Hymn | Through all the changing scenes of life Through all the changing scenes of life, In trouble and in joy, The praises of my God shall still My heart and tongue employ.

Oh, make but trial of His love, Experience will decide How blest they are, and only they, Who in His truth confide.

Oh, magnify the Lord with me, With me exalt His name; When in distress to Him I called, He to my rescue came.

Fear Him, ye saints, and you will then Have nothing else to fear; Make you His service your delight, Your wants shall be His care.

The hosts of God encamp around The dwellings of the just; Deliverance He affords to all Who on His succor trust.

Old Testament | Rev. Martha Sturrup | Job 14 verse 1-4 Honorary Sister Solo | Psalmist Tameka Taylor (Family Friend) New Testament Reading | Pastor Elect Kelson Lightbourn

Voice of the Watchman Ministries (Home Church) St. John Chapter 14 verses 1-6

Words from within | The Children (Original song performed

by Remonne Duncombe (Son))

Tributes | The Rahming Brothers

(A token from George ‘Boomer’ Armbrister and Prince Storr (Honourary Brothers))

Mrs. Judith Thompson, Mike Sands and Marsha Bethel (Former Primary School Principal, and Honorary Brother and Sister respectively)


Remarks | Mr. Tracey Cooper (Managing Director of Bahamasair Holdings Ltd.) Representative from the Royal Bahamas Police Force

The Rt. Hon. Perry G. Christie (Former PM of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas)

The Hon. Philip Brave Davis (Member of Parliament For Cat Island, Rum Cay & San Salvador and Leader of Her Majesty’s Official Opposition)

Solo | Psalmist Dianna Capron Eulogy | Apostle John Mohorn (Word of the Living God Ministry, Pompano Beach FL.) Prayers for the Family | Prophetess Saveletta Fowler (Final Hour Global Ministries) Recessional Hymn | When The home gates swing open for me I am on the upward road leading to that bright abode, Where forever my so shall be free, (shall be free) Won’t that be a happy time, Heaven’s bells will sweetly chime, When the home-gates swing open for me. (Chorus That will be, a happy time, When the clouds have passed away. From my cares, I shall be free, When the home-gates swing open for me. I’ll keep walking in His light, ‘Till my faith shall end in sight, He shall lead me to safe o’er the sea, (o’er the sea) I will find a welcome there, And a crown of glory wear, When the home-gates swing open for me. Tho’ sometime the path may lead through the veil of sin and greed, Jesus ever my refuge will be, (will be) Soon at home my trials o’er, I shall praise him evermore. When the home-gates swing open for me.


Hymn

Graveside It’s all right now

1 Once my eyes were blind to the beauty of the Lord, Once my ears were closed to the pleadings of His word; Once these hands of mine pressed the thorn-crown on His brow, But all this He has forgiven, and it’s all right now. Chorus: Yes, it’s all right now, yes, it’s all right now, He has heard my pray’r, and it’s all right now; Yes, it’s all right now, yes, it’s all right now, All my sins are cover’d, and its’ all right now. 2 Once I loved the world with its glitter and its show, I was captive held with the pleasures here below; But one day He came, tho’ I cannot tell you how, With His blood my sins He covered, and it’s all right now. 3 O it is so precious to be alone with Him, When the shadows falls, and my eyes with tears are dim; Just to feel His hand rest in love upon my brow, And to hear him gently whisper, “It is all right now.”

Glad Reunion Day

There will be a happy meeting in heaven I know When we see the many loved ones we’ve known here below Gather on the blessed hilltops with hearts all aglow That will be a glad reunion day Chorus: Glad day (that will be a happy day yes), a wonderful day Glad day (that will be a happy day yes), a glorious day There with all the holy angels and loved ones to stay That will be a glad reunion day When we live a million years in that wonderful place Basking in the love of Jesus beholding His face It will seem but just a moment of praising His grace That will be a glad reunion day


The Experience!! (Remonne) From the moment I was formed in your womb, I was in love. You were 17 when we met, and this was the beginning of your legacy. Your warm and tender nurture never changed in all 39 years of my life. There will never be another soul to come along, with such a heavy influence over my life, my thoughts, my vision, my character, my heart. My heart is broken, but the pieces are near one another, like the islands of The Bahamas, still loving on one synergy. I was your first buddy. I was your first fan, you practiced your jokes with me. You said live a good life, but let your conscience be your guide to me. I watched you struggle, I remember. I watched you strive, I remember. I watched you cry, I remember. I watched you laugh, I remember. I watched you succeed, I remember. I watched you fail, I remember. I witnessed your change, I remember. I witnessed your grace, I remember. I witnessed your courage, I remember. I witnessed your superior strength, I remember. I’m a product of your environment, I remember. I respect you, I remember. I love you, I remember. I received your advice, I remember. I honor your life, I will remember. I will always remember how I got where I got, and how I got what I’ve got. You gave it all to me. Your presence will forever remain with us. We are extended versions of your Royal Queendom. Your legacy is intact. Your reward from God has been delivered. This is a divine arrangement. No wonder you left us so empty, because you were so selflessly filling us up. No wonder you were doing so much, so often. You planted a garden of roses, and new generation of seeds, germinating well. Simone, Robyn, Rashad, and Me. Kaaliyah, Ariane, and Troy. The tree may be broken from the top, but the root is growing massive, surpassing our own understanding exceedingly higher than our great expectations. Time Is Culture, but time is also an illusion. We must document life according to events, because events birth The Experience. The Experience is why we are here today. The experience is how we are loved. The experience is how we’re honored. The experience shapes our emotions. The experience reveals the truth. The experience is how we remember. The experience is what we remember. Rest In Peace To The Queen Of Hospitality, Our Mother, Sister, Best Friend, and Nana. Because If I ever called her a grandma she would be quick to let me know her displeasure. Thank you for the experience, Mummy. To be continued….. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN!


Simone

Mummy you were always a giant of a woman to me. From early in my life everywhere I went people knew you and expected the best of me. I could never imagine my life without you so this is very difficult, even though you taught me how to stand on my own two feet. I will miss calling you throughout the day only to be placed on hold forever because you had someone before you. Sometimes I would sit and listen a while as you multitasked and just marvel, then of course dial another line to let you know I was still holding. I will miss our long talks in the evening and sitting a while to watch Family Fued with you. You would tell me everything, sometimes I’d say ‘mummy if you tell me that story one more time’ you would just laugh and say ‘I tell you too much’. I wish you were here to tell me more of everything a hundred times again. Kaaliyah was your baby, the mine. From the moment I told you I was pregnant you took over. I love you so much and thank you for making me the woman and mother I am today. God gave me His best when He gave me you. You gave your best and your all to me, selflessly. Thank you for mothering me, until we meet again, Simone-Nicole.


Robyn Death is inevitable for the human being, but somehow you always seemed invincible to me. So strong, powerful and fearless; yet humble, genuine and kind. I can’t express how much I will miss you but I will carry you in my heart always. You’ve been there with me every step of the way and I’ve accomplished so much with you, now I’ll do it for you. Thank you for the love, the structure, the discipline, the encouragement, the warmth, the smiles, the laughter …Thank you for being who you were -The greatest mother in the world. That’s not cliché’ mummy, you really were exceptional. Few single mothers could do what you did; and with such grace and class. I’ve always admired you. I never feel more beautiful than when someone says I look like you. I feel so phenomenal when they say I’m just like you. Your Legacy is my Destiny and I will carry your name and the essence of your spirit with me always. I love you so much more than I could ever have said and I hope you felt it every time I gave you a hug and kiss or snuck in your room just to be close to you. I remember you telling me that you never slept soundly since the day you had your first child. From then on you slept light enough to hear us just in case we needed you and got up throughout the night to make sure all was well. You said you wanted to see us grown and able to take care of ourselves. That was your prayer and it was answered. Finally mummy, you can REST. Don’t worry about us. You did an awesome job and we’re ok. Things will never be the same but the Grace of God and the lessons you’ve taught will see us through. You know I’ve always been your little tattle tale so I just want you to know that there have been so many people at the house sitting on your white chairs FYI. I tried to stop them but…Simone. I’ll handle it though so you Rest on. You always worried about me but take comfort in knowing that I’m ok. Rest until we meet again mummy. I love you Forever and a day. Your ‘baby girl’ Robyn PS: Muffins ok to


Rashad

Rashad - Like a beacon of light, your love and support guided me through life’s tempest seas; shining brightly through the darkness of night. Like the distinguished woman and caring mother that you are, you saw to it that I had the very best and I never suffered any lack. Without a doubt, your mothering skills were incomparable and so were your disciplinary techniques. You were determined to bring out the best in my siblings and I, and instilled within us Godly principles, moral and values. We became the fantastic four because you were the incredible one! Sunday dinners, travel adventures, and family reunions won’t be the same without you. Though my heart is heavy, and my soul perplexed, the many precious memories of you bring me comfort and joy. Thank you for twenty-nine unforgettable years filled with laughter and good times. I am the man I have grown to, because of you! Mommy, my queen, my love, I could never say goodbye. Goodbyes are for those gone forever. In my heart, I know you’ve only changed your address. Rest assured mom, the same God that now cradles you in glory is the same God that will sustain me for the rest of my life. Sleep on peaceably knowing that your legacy shall never die, but it will live on through me! From your baby, Rashad (Abreu)


Grand Children Kaaliyah Cooper Nana, I miss you sooooooooooooooooooo MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love when you take care of me, pick me up from school, take me to ballet and give me anything I want. You took me everywhere you went, even to Cuba. I will miss going to Bahamasair and to Goldies’. I loved the way you dress and fix your hair. You always look so pretty. The thing I really love about you is how you always had time to play with me and my family. It’s ‘Nana girlie’ Kaaliyah (aka Louis)

Ariane and Troy We love you Nana and we miss you.


Sisters and Brothers S

till can’t believe you’re gone Queen. You were my rock. I love you and I will never forget all you’ve been to me. Love you Big Brother, Levi.

Q

ueen’ My favorite sister…A woman who truly sacrificed herself for others. Love you, Apostle Lynes (‘Winky’)

I

t’s so hard to say goodbye to yesterday… all of the good times we’ve shared. We spent so many summers with our grandparents in Water Cay & High Rock, Grand Bahama. Every time as little girls growing up, going to church dressed alike and sharing whatever we had. As adults, my children were your children and your children mine. We made so many fond memories laughing together, enjoying each other’s company and doing what sisters do. Bertha my dear sister, I never had a day without you, only God can give me the strength to go through this. It’s just so hard to say goodbye to yesterday my loving baby sister, but until we meet again, I will keep you in my heart. Love your darling Sisters Agnes ‘Tita’ and Margaret.

Y

ou are with the angels it was time to say goodbye. It’s still so hard to hide the pain no matter how I try. Sleep on baby sis and take your deserving rest. I love you but Jesus loves you best. Love always, Carolee




Acknowledgements

The Family of G. Albertha Lynes wishes to oppress sincere appreciation to the many family and Friends who shared Warm expressions of love during this time of bereavements. Your Prayers, Visits and acts of kindness will forever be extend in our hearts and minds. The outpouring of love has made this transition so much easier. May the almighty God continue to bestow His richest blessings upon you.

Parade Commander

Supt Anthony Curtis-OSD Reserve Insp Lionel Johnson- MD

Flag Bearers

Cpl 3287 williams- ED Cpl 3551 Pratt- MD R/Cpl90 Musgrove- CD

Flag Operators

Cpl 3676 Thurston- CRO R/Cpl 905 Oliver- Ms R/ Const 945 Eugene - CDU Cpl 3588 Bullard- TPU

Commander of Colour Party Insp Yvette Mckenzie- RO Sgt 2854 Thompson- MD

Flag Presenter

R/ Cpl 755 Williamson-RO

Cap Bearer

R/Cpl 778 Mitchell-RO

Pall Bearers

R/ Sgt 209 FergusonTPD R/ Sgt 599 Bethell-DEU R/ Sgt 610 Lloyd –CDU R/ Sgt 587 Bain – CDU R/ Sgt780 Ferguson R/ Sgt 644 Clarke- WD R/ Sgt29 Bascom- MD R/ Cpl236 Gaitor – SCD R/ Cpl 775 Minnis- MD

Honorary Pall Bearers

George “Boomer ‘’ Armbrister Rashad Lynes Remonne Duncombe Troit Lynes Sr. Kendrick Dames Elvis Carey Robinson Rolle Wallace Rolle Eshban Lynes Antione Wright

Honorary Pall Bearers R/ Sgt 481 Adderley- CD S/ Sgt 789 Bastian- CDU R/ Sgt 10 Richardson- CDU R/ Sgt 722 Nixon- RO R/ Cpl Roker-SWD R/ Cpl 755 Williamson- RO R/ Cpl 839 Moss- NED R/ Const 107 Charlton- CD

Pall Bearer Commander R/ Insp L Johnson- MPD Insp M. Hanna-PIPS

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