SENIOR MINISTER
Hazel
Lovita Davis
July 16, 1941-August 9,2024
AGED : 83 Years
SERVICE HELD AT:
Golden Gates World Outreach Ministries
Carmichael Road
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
Saturday August 24, 2024 at 12 noon
OFFICIATED BY:
Bishop Trent Davis
Senior Pastor
Golden Gates World Outreach Ministries
ASSISTED BY:
Archbishop Roston L. Davis
ORGANIST:
Minister Mya Minnis
INTERMENT: Woodlawn Gardens
Soldier Road
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
HER STORY
(written by Hazel Davis)
Life yesteryear in the Bahamas was one of simplicity and togetherness. My parents, Edward Whitmore Miller and Edith Elizabeth Miller were both from the island of Acklins. He came from Pinefield Acklins and Mama from Chesters. My father served in the second World War as a naval officer, and upon his return home, met and fell in love with the beautiful Edith Johnson. This union was blessed with their first born girl child Carmeta. Times were hard in those days on the family of islands so my parents migrated to Nassau in search of a better life for their family. After a few years they were blessed with four more children.A male child followed Carmeta, but did not survive. I am the third in line, born on the 16th July,1941, then my sister Mavis, then came my brother Edward named after his father.
Relocating to Nassau was not easy as they had no family here, luckily they found a two room wooden house on Peters Street and that is where we resided.
My parents made sure each child had chores to do. We had fun, while also learning the importance of work. Saturdays were spent cleaning the house and clothes, then in the afternoon our dad would take us to Mortimer Candy Kitchen for peanuts, popcorn and candies.
On Sundays, we all went to church. We belonged to the Baptist Denomination. First we were members of Salem Baptist where Rev Russell served as the first pastor followed by Rev. Enoch Beckford. We eventually ended up going to St. Paul’s Baptist church under the leadership of Rev Samuel Colebrooke. Here my father served for a few years before the family once again changed churches and began worshiping at St. Johns Baptist Church. It was here that my father became a pastor for one of the mission churches - Mt Carmel Baptist Church.
The entire family was active in the church. The children sang in the choir, went to Baptist training Union (B.T.U better known as Sunday school). We were in church Sunday morning and night, Monday morning prayer meeting at 5 am, Wednesday night services plus street meetings. We kept the church clean and whatever was needed to be done, we did it. It was at home and the church that we learned how to work and serve. We were taught manners and respect, especially for the elderly, at an early age.
Something that is sorely lacking in today’s society.
I was educated at both Western Junior and Senior, as well as Southern Junior and Senior schools. In my early years, after being schooled at the Nassau School of Typewriting and Shorthand,I became a paralegal secretary for Lawyer William Swain. At the age of 18, I entered nurses
training, and became a nurse, where I worked at the then Bahamas General Hospital, where I spent 4 years. Later I transitioned to the Prospect Hospital where I served on the tuberculosis and infirmary wards. In total I spent some 7and one-half years in nursing.
I was always very creative and loved to craft things with my hands. It was this love that made me go into business for myself. I became a straw vendor in 1970, where I served in this industry for some 42 years. I had the opportunity to serve as the secretary for what was then, the Straw Vendors Association and also the New Providence Handicraft Cooperative. There I met many people and created many life-long friendships. Due to declining health, I retired from the trade in 2009.
Just as hard as I worked, I had the opportunity to love as well. I met and fell in love with James Alexander Davis whom I later married on September 27th 1961. I was blessed with a 9 lbs 9 ounces bouncing baby boy on April 2nd,1966, whom I named Brent Alexander. Unfortunately, this union did not last. I had the priviledge to find love once again with the debonnaire David Melvin Strachan and again God blessed me, this time it was with a beautiful baby girl, on December 14th,1971.
Following my younger sister Mavis, I visited, fell in love with, and joined the Golden Gates Assembly Church family in 1981, under the leadership of Pastor Roston Davis. Here I served in many capacities over the past 43 years, from singing in the choir, serving as an Elder, then later a Senior Minister, but most
of all as a servant of the most High. All my life, God has been good to me, I can testify, to the songwriters words, “I am greatly blessed and highly favored, an imperfect but forgiven child of God!”
Hazel ‘Lov’ Davis
Mum was blessed to see her 83rd birthday for which she was infinitely grateful. She was doubly blessed for those of you who took the time to share it with her. In the days following the celebration, she could not stop commenting on how loved and appreciated she felt. Her smile and joy transcended her pains and physical ailments. The following week mum began having severe gastrointestinal issues which landed her in hospital for emergency surgery. Despite the odds, mum amazed the doctors and came through. She wanted to go home, and with much effort she fought through and infection of the blood that brought confusion for a bit, again she rallied. She was finally released from Doctor’s Hospital on Thursday ,August 8th,2024. God answered her prayer to go home. Mum was happy to be home, but later passed away early Friday morning. She lived a full life and was greatly loved! Our words to encourage each other was always, live in such a way, that you have no regrets!
‘I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth There is laid up for me a crown Of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.’ 2 Timothy 4:7-8
HER COMMUNITY
Sibling: Edward (Ernestine)Miller; Pre-deceased by Carmeta Bodie, Mavis Shepherd’ Alice Ferguson, Doris Rolle,
Solomon Miller, Elizabeth Miller and Rollington Ingraham. Children: Dorissa Dorsett, Brent Davis (deceased); Adopted Children: Jacob Strachan, Deborah Major, Sharon & Delano Hamilton, Eva Smith, Pastor Larry (Schkara) Green; Son in law: Tedwin Dorsett; Daughter in law: Diane Davis; Grandchildren: Nakara (Damian)Nixon, Javonne Davis, Brenshauna (DeAngelo Brown)Davis, Kaelyn and Taleah Dorsett, Aldisa Culmer, Delano Jr, (Dianae)Del-shano, Kino (Nya), Kishnique Hamilton, Tasheka Hylton and Brandon Scott; Great Grandchildren: Kameah & Mateo Nixon, Amari & Khemar Davis, DeChea & Demere Brown, Sakari Culmer, Delneia, DNahj Delano III, Kino Jr and London Hamilton, Brandon Scott Jr.; Nieces and Nephews: Sandralee (Tyrone) Moss, Lester (Nurifa) Williams, Michael Pratt, Nicola and Kenva Whyte, Lisa Curry, Keith Curry, Satiedra Williams, Lindell, Telsa, Terah, Trevor Miller, Schyvonne Wood. Stephanie (Michael) Minns, Karen (Thomas) Minns, Ralston (Elizabeth) Ferguson, Shirvin (Margaretta), Kingsley Hanna, Elbethel Mackey. Carolyn Burrows, Merline & Julia, Denise, Rarrison,Franklin & Phillip Rolle, Beulahmae Rahming, Altovise Johnson, Solomon, Rudolph, Carolyn, Ygallie, Lernis, Barbara, Rodger Miller,Sandra Ferguson, Gregory Ingraham; Grand Nieces and Nephews too numerous to number; Extended Family: Marie Collie & Family, Anna (Colin) Degregory & Family, Arthur Collie & family, Isaac & Godfrey Collie & Family,Tom (Gwen) Hanna, Shelly Johnson, Barbara Jean
Clarke,Tony (Linda) Wilson, Beryl Strachan, Beatrice McIntosh, Jacqueline Hepburn, Sharon, Nicky & Tanya Davis . Bonnie Mckenzie & Family, Leanne Collie, Nelson (Marge) Dorsett, Andy (Vanrea) Flowers, Roger (Emily) Lewis, Louis (Robyn) Rolle, Harold (Carol) Dorsett , Carlos (Carol) Mitchell, Andrew (Amy) Dorsett, Mildred Butterfield & family, Anishka Strachan, and The Green Family;
Special Friends: Bishop Roston (Lady Althea - Gorgeous Christina) Davis & family, Pastor Al Strachan & family, Melanie Hall & the Johnson family, Eulie Storr, Priscilla Dean, Doris Barry, Christine Wright, Nancy Johnson, Eunice Culmer, Peterson (Louisa)James & Family, Leslie Albury, Miriam Wright, Joy Drakes, Rieorion Rolle, Pattie Johnson & family, Elder Warren (Gayle) Farquharson, Elder Ray (Lucille) Strachan, Carol Wallace, Dr. Michelle Grant, Sherlene Smith, Ossam Faudelaine (care-giver), Hector (Vanessa) Rolle, Janet Mackey, Marvin (Betty) Taylor, Arenette Bain & family, Lucrece, Rose Burton, Dolly Stubbs, Patricia Johnson, Inez Pinder, Alfreda Fernander, Net Stubbs, Angenette Pyfrom & family, Dolly, Tanisha Pinder, Verlene Bullard, Verdell Pinder, Willamae Smith, Claudette Burns, .The staff of Infinity Healthcare Pharmacy, The Westridge Community, The Maranatha SDA Church Family, The Golden Gates World Outreach Ministries, The Straw Market Family and the staff of Dorsett Sportswear & Souvenirs;
Special thanks to her phenomenal doctors Dr Christine Chin and Dr Kevin Moss for making themselves available to mum regardless of the time. Your care and efforts will not go unrewarded.
We the family apologize for any names that may have been inadvertently left out, as this is only a fraction of an inexhaustible list of family and friends she leaves behind, names too numerous to mention.
Order of service
ENTRANCE OF THE FAMILY, OFFICIANTS & CASKET
OPENING REMARKS | Bishop Trent E. Davis (Spirutual son)
OPENING PRAYER | Archbishop Roston L. Davis
OPENING HYMN | “He Hideth My Soul”
A wonderful Savior is Jesus my Lord, a wonderful Savior to me.
He hideth my soul in the cleft of the rock, where rivers of pleasure I see.
(Chorus)
He hideth my soul in the cleft of the rock that shadows a dry, thirsty land. He hideth my life in the depths of his love, and covers me there with his hand, and covers me there with his hand.
A wonderful Savior is Jesus my Lord; he taketh my burden away.
He holdeth me up, and I shall not be moved; he giveth me strength as my day.
With numberless blessings each moment he crowns, and filled with his fullness divine, I sing in my rapture,“Oh, glory to God for such a Redeemer as mine!”
When clothed in his brightness, transported I rise to meet him in clouds of the sky, his perfect salvation, his wonderful love, I’ll shout with the millions on high.
OLD TESTAMENT READING | Psalm 71(KJV) | Amari Davis (great- grandson)
MUSICAL SELECTION | Harold Dorsett
CONDOLENCES | Pastor Inez Pinder (friend) Balm of Gilead Ministries
TRIBUTE | Taleah Dorsett (granddaughter)
NEW TESTAMENT READING | 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 | Kaelyn Dorsett (grand-daughter)
READING OF THE OBITUARY | To be read in silence
MUSICAL SELECTION | Carol Mitchell
AS I KNEW HER | Lady Emerita Althea Davis (friend)
Golden Gates World Outreach Ministries
Louisa James (friend)
TRIBUTE | Arthur Collie (cousin)
SERMONIC SELECTION | Golden Gates Praise Team
EULOGY | Bishop Trent E. Davis
PRAYER FOR THE FAMILY | Pastor Alan Strachan (friend)
Senior Pastor
Balm in Gilead Ministries
RECESSIONAL HYMN | “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, a wonderful day, Glad day, a glorious day; There with all the holy angels and loved ones to stay, That will be a glad reunion day.
There within the holy city we’ll sing and rejoice, Praising Christ the Blessed Savior with heart and with voice. Tell him how we came to love Him and make Him our choice. 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 glad reunion day.
GRAVESIDE HYMNS
“It
Is Well”
When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, when sorrows like sea billows roll; whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say, It is well, it is well with my soul.
(Chorus)
It is well, it is well, With my soul, with my soul, It is well; it is well, with my soul.
Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come, let this blest assurance control that Christ has regarded my helpless estate, And hath shed His own blood for my soul.
My sin, oh, the bliss of this glorious thought! My sin, not in part but the whole, is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more, praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!
And, Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight, the clouds be rolled back as a scroll; the trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend Even so, it is well with my soul
Tempted and tried, we’re oft made to wonder Why it should be thus all the day long, While there are others living about us, Never molested, though in the wrong.
(Chorus)
Farther along we’ll know all about it, Farther along we’ll understand why; Cheer up my brother, live in the sunshine, We’ll understand it all by and by.
When death has come and taken our loved ones, It leaves our home so lonely and drear, Then do we wonder why others prosper
Living so wicked year after year.
“Farther
Along”
Faithful til death, said our loving Master A few more days to labor and wait, Toils of the road will then seem as nothing As we sweep through the beautiful gate.
When we see Jesus, coming in glory, When He comes from His home in the sky, Then we shall meet Him in that bright mansion, We’ll understand it all by and by.
Abide with me; fast falls the eventide; The darkness deepens; Lord with me abide. When other helpers fail and comforts flee, Help of the helpless, O abide with me.
Swift to its close ebbs out life’s little day; Earth’s joys grow dim; its glories pass away; Change and decay in all around I see; O Thou who changest not, abide with me.
Not a brief glance I beg, a passing word; But as Thou dwell’st with Thy disciples, Lord, Familiar, condescending, patient, free. Come not to sojourn, but abide with me.
Come not in terrors, as the King of kings, But kind and good, with healing in Thy wings, Tears for all woes, a heart for every plea— Come, Friend of sinners, and thus bide with me.
“Abide
With Me”
Thou on my head in early youth didst smile; And, though rebellious and perverse meanwhile, Thou hast not left me, oft as I left Thee, On to the close, O Lord, abide with me.
I need Thy presence every passing hour. What but Thy grace can foil the tempter’s power? Who, like Thyself, my guide and stay can be? Through cloud and sunshine, Lord, abide with me.
I fear no foe, with Thee at hand to bless; Ills have no weight, and tears no bitterness. Where is death’s sting? Where, grave, thy victory? I triumph still, if Thou abide with me.
Hold Thou Thy cross before my closing eyes; Shine through the gloom and point me to the skies. Heaven’s morning breaks, and earth’s vain shadows flee; In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me.
“It’s Alright Now”
There was a time I travelled a lonely sinful road; Beneath a heavy burden bending low; But now all things are different, since Jesus took my load It’s alright now, I’m His I know.
(Chorus)
It’s alright now, for I am in my Saviour’s care It’s alright now; my Saviour hears and answers prayer He’ll walk with me, (He’ll walk beside me) Till I climb the heavenly stair, And everything (And everything is alright now)
A’ down a lonely pathway, without a friend to guide, I walked in sin and sorrow all alone
‘Till Jesus came and found me, and drew me to His side; It’s alright now, for I’m His own.
No more in sin I wander, no more in darkness roam
The Lord has placed my feet on higher ground; Each day new heights I’m gaining, my soul is nearing home, It’s alright now, I’m heaven bound.
My Love
How do I begin, where do I begin?
Sitting here, heart aching , throat dry, energy low, feeling broken and spilled out. So many memories racing through my mind as I try to wrap my mind around the thought of you being gone. I can’t hear your voice, yet still I can, I can’t reach out and touch you, yet I can still feel the warmth of those big arms cradling me as we did so often.
Each morning, before I leave, you would always always, tell me you love me and prayed for me as I went. Even when I snuck into check on you, you had the uncanny ability to instantly know I was there, often asking “child you don’t sleep eh? “ Then instantly checking your clock to see the time. You were intentional in your love, for that I thank you. It was a joy and a pleasure to serve, care and love you. You never were a burden or a chore. I know that God favoured me when He chose me to be your daughter.
Your far reaching love has touched so many lives and has infinitely blessed both me and my children! Thank you mum for the laughs, the guidance, the wisdom, the corrections, the rows,the prayers , especially the prayers, the honesty, the love and the friendship!
There was no one like HD, you were my Ride or Die, my Spar, my shoot -from -thehip, straight -talking ,take it or leave it ,speak truth to power lady ,my peculiar Pea ! You were the strongest person I know, they don’t build them like you anymore. I pray that some of the grit and stamina you displayed would rub off on me. You were my biggest supporter who taught me, there is nothing I can’t accomplish with God on my side! Never envy others, work for what you want and be beholden to no one. Thank you for sharing and teaching me about your God, He has become my Lord, my most cherished and priceless gift! While in hospital after your surgery, your words were “Tell them, the best thing I ever did was love the Lord!” I know that love.
Mum, my days and nights were centred around you! I will miss the Netflix binges, the hallelujah praise and worship with the Gaitors, our family devotions to bring in the Sabbath, the awesome lessons watching Pastor Snell! You may not have physically been able to go out to church much, but that didn’t stop us! We had church at home! Our singing together, the laughter! We had jokes for days! Like you did for me Mum, I gave my all, NO REGRETS! We often talked about this, you were loved and knew it! Mummy , oh Mummy I love you so much and will miss you terribly ! I am consoled with knowing that you made sure there was nothing between your soul and the Saviour! No more pain, no more sickness, take your well-deserved rest Mum! We will meet again for sure, I have this hope!
Your one and only daughter, Dee-Dee
Like a golden rose, she graced us with love and affection. Ms. Davis was strong in character, and knew how to raise up and maintain a family in the fear and admonition of the Lord. One who always sought to be a blessing for others, kind, gracious, and caring. A heart truly of gold. Love was in every aspect of her life. Love was that which radiated from her. She gave of her time, of her means, and of herself. What a blessed woman, and a blessing to others she was.
If you knew Ms. Davis, you knew she was a praying woman. Praying in the morning, praying at noontime, praying in the evening. If you knew Ms. Davis you knew she was a singing woman, no one could ever get between her and her Gaither Vocal Band specials.
She took in people who need shelter and blessed them with housing. She has been used by God to feed people with her exquisite culinary arts, what a blessing. When people were down sodden, she was able to lift them up with words of comfort and prayer. She was able to point them to the Lamb of God which taketh away the sins of the world, that they may have hope in the coming of the Lord.
This is just a few of the many things my mother-in-law did, yet greater to come as I believe in my heart that she will be amongst the redeemed on a sea of glass. What a blessing and what a blesser of others she was. We never stop growing, and I believe in her relationship with Christ, she sought everyday to grow in grace and in the knowledge of her Lord and saviour Jesus Christ.
I thank God for allowing her to be in my life, than my life might be that much richer. To be a blessing to the cause of truth and to my family. We are going to miss her. Lord, we thank you for her. Lord, we praise you for her.
We May she rest in peace, Amen. Your Son-in-Law, Teddy
MY SWEET HAZEL
I thank God for the prayer warrior you were. The wisdom you spoke into me. The blessings you wished upon me and most importantly the lessons you taught me.
You truly were a gem!
It broke my heart to lose you and I can honestly say you didn’t go alone, apart of me went with you the day The Lord called you home. Even during this time of mourning it brings me comfort to know you are resting peacefully with your Heavenly Father.
In life I loved you dearly and in death I’ll love you still.
Your grand-daughter Brenshauna
To My Grammy
You were precious, a gift from God, so much beauty, grace, love and patience you possessed. Not a day goes by that you would not be missed. I don’t know how to come to terms with my new reality, but I know that you were the best grandmother/mother a granddaughter could ask for in so many ways. The lesson you have taught me I will cherish and pass down to my children, so that your spirt can live on infinitely. Mama, Grammy or as my Metro calls “grandma”. just thinking about these adjective puts a smile on my face. To those that didn’t know her she seemed hard never short on words and quick to tell when you are doing something wrong but behind that hard exterior lied the most loving caring woman you could have ever meet. My husband would often thank her for giving him “the best wife in the world”, his words not mine. Not a week would go by that we didn’t speak in recent years, countless hours we spent on the phone. I owe her everything because of what she taught me.
Sister Hazel, Minister Hazel, Aunty Hazel, Mamma, Grammy, Grandma, Mommy, Mum. What ever you affectionately called her, know that you will be missed dearly by us all. Your journey has ended, it time to rest with your Lord and Savior whom I know you were prepared to meet.
Love you always Grammy
A Farewell From Meah
As we bid farewell to Grammy Hazel, let us carry forward her legacy of love, laughter and resilience. Grammy may no longer be with us, but the spirit of her will forever bloom in our hearts. Reminding us of all the joy she brought to our lives.
“Mothers are like glue. Even when you can’t see them, they’re still holding the family together.” – Susan Gale I can attest to the truthfulness of mothers, and mother figures being the adhesive that keeps families together. Thankfully, I was fortunate to be blessed with two mothers – my mother, Edith Miller, and my sister Hazel. After the passing of our mother, Hazel naturally became the matriarch of the family and the tie that binds us together.
From my earliest memories of Hazel to my last encounters with her, she always nurtured and mothered me. She always had ears to listen, arms to hug and hold, a never-ending love, and a heart of gold. Just as proud mothers talk about their children, Hazel would always speak about me to her friends and acquaintances, so much so that my reputation preceded me. She was a beacon of wisdom who always provided sage advice. Even more powerful than her words of wisdom was the example she provided. I am in awe of her unwavering spirituality and the fortitude she showed in the face of adversities.
We always had a close bond that became even much closer when our siblings all passed away. As such, her passing is a devastating blow that I continue to grapple with. However, I am assured of God’s promise of an eternally happy and healthy future for Hazel.
Loving Brother, Edward (Junior)
Aunts are said to be a double blessing who love like a parent and act like a friend. That was certainly the case with Auntie Hazel. Foremost, she was a mother figure to us and a companion with whom we had a great rapport. We cherish our fond memories of her taking us to church, spoiling us with treats, teaching us the straw craft trade, providing career counseling, being one of our great cheerleaders and giving the charge on the way forward. Her love and legacy are indelibly imprinted in our minds and hearts, and we are the better for it. We thank Jehovah God for enriching our lives with such a unique and precious gem.
Love, Terah, Trevor, Telsa and Trevano
‘To a Queen, a matriarch, a giant of a woman’.....I remember opening your birthday video back in 2022 with that exact same statement, and those words still hold true. You fought a good fight and your faith remained steadfast. Aunty Hazel, not hearing your voice as I walked through the pharmacy door was already a sad adjustment. Now we won’t hear your voice and sweet laughter anymore. Another sad adjustment. What we do still have are all of the memories whether they were phone conversations or visits. I truly admired your strength. I truly admired your truth whenever you spoke. As you were, you will always be treasured forever in our memory.
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
Rest In Heavenly Peace Aunty Hazel. Schyvonne & Tiarje
To My Sweet Girl..
Just thinking about a few weeks ago I was reading my letter to you for your birthday.. it is so hard to say goodbye to such an iconic, phenomenal woman. But Grammy..
I appreciate your words of wisdom, your prayers , how you have supported me in every stage of my life because you were there from the very beginning… my best memories is I love and I enjoy all your stories from your childhood and I would fall sleep in your bed
But one most thing that was always valuable to me is that you said to keep God first in all that I do and he will always bring me through.
I know you are in the arms of God and out of pain and suffering. SaKari and I will always love you and I will ensure he sees all of our pictures and videos so he can know your name! From Debbie, Precious and Sakari
To The World’s Greatest Aunt who was there for me in my youth. Who taught me so much about life, grooming me into the woman I am today. Imparting so many wise words and life lessons; l can never forget. A woman of standard and cleanliness, who always spoke her mind. A woman of excellence.
Hearing your voice daily is one of the things I will miss most however I am able to find comfort in knowing you left peacefully. It was an honor being gifted the opportunity to be with you as you transitioned from time into eternity. l love you the “mostest”.
Rest in peace from your favorite niece, Stephanie.
AUNTY HAZEL,
There are no words to express my grief and sadness at this time. You were one of my three aunts that I was especially fond of. I can quickly recall as a youngster still in school I looked forward to spending my summer breaks putting on my apron at the Rawson Square Straw Market and eventually it being relocated to Bay Street where I would help in making those sales for you. It was always a delight to come to your house and play with Dede we talk primary school jokes and then enjoy your cooking before going home. The lessons you’ve taught me are still so valuable today always have manners and respect for other, work hard for what you want and choose your friends carefully. I can truly benefit from your words of wisdom. I’m grateful for having an aunt like you. I will miss you dearly but the memories will be in my heart for years to come.
With love from your niece, Lisa
Iwill remember my aunt for two things--her resiliency and straightforwardness.
In almost every dire situations, Auntie Hazel bounced back. I thought sure she would do the same this time. No doubt, she put up a hard fight to pull through.
Moreover, any who knew Auntie Hazel would tell you that she did not hold back from expressing her inner feelings. You may have gotten mad with her from saying what she said, but you would later appreciate her honesty and frankness.
My only regret--not spending time or calling her frequently. Even though those moments were few, she gave wise and practical suggestions that are still beneficial to me to this day.
Although the pain is deep, that hope of seeing her, again, in the resurrection of the righteous and unrighteous, softens the blow.
Your loving niece, Sandralee
For almost 2 years, I was honoured to have been a Caregiver for Mama. She always reminded me to work unto God, and He will bless me. She always prayed for me and I prayed for her too. But now she is gone; and I miss talking with her in the daytime. Her work on earth is ended, but the precious memories live on. Rest In Peace Mama.
Love you, Sam
OUR GRATITUDE
We the family would like to extend our appreciation to all who have reached out to share prayers, condolences, love and support throughout this journey. Your kind thoughts during this time has been a source of strength for our family. We are deeply grateful for the love and compassion shown to us during this difficult time. May God continue to richly Bless you.
The Family
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Edward Miller
Tedwin Dorsett
Delano Hamilton
Lester Williams
PALLBEARERS
Javonne Davis
Damian Nixon
Trevor Miller
Delshano Hamilton
Delano Hamilton Jr
Deangelo Brown
Arana Pyfrom
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Telephone: 325-5268/393-1352/328-1944
P.O.Box N-603
Nassau, Bahamas
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