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ELDER CLARENCE RAHMING SUNRISE: May 1st, 1943 SUNSET: January 21st, 2022 AGED: 78 years SERVICE AT: Hillview Seventh-day Adventist Church Tonique Williams-Darling Highway Nassau, N.P., The Bahamas Sunday, February 13th, 2022 12 noon OFFICIATING: Pastor T. Basil Sturrup ASSISTED BY: Dr. Michael D. Toote Pastor Samuel Miller Elder Donnie Rolle INTERMENT: Woodlawn Gardens Soldier Road
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His STORY 5.1.43 - 1.21.22
A TIME TO BE BORN On the settlement of Black Point, South Andros, a prince was born to the late Ishmael & Daisy Rahming, he was given the name Clarence. The birth of their first born brought much joy and excitement to the proud parents. Clarence was taught by his parents to respect others. He was a very obedient, kind, loving and honest child. His quiet and humble disposition was always admired by his parents and all who knew him. He was excited when he became a big brother to his brother Charles and other siblings. He was protective of them and often gave them sound advice that kept them out of trouble or assisted them in important life decisions. A TME TO WORSHIP Clarence was brought up and nurtured in the fear and admonition of the Lord. Family worship was an important part of his upbringing. He relocated to Nassau at an early age and became a member of the Grants Town Seventyday Adventist church. Later in life he became an active member of the New Providence Church where he held various positions, such as Sabbath School teacher, choir member, deacon and elder. Clarence was a powerful prayer warrior.
his maturity and willingness to assist in the provision for his parents and younger siblings. Nevertheless, he was able to obtain skills in a number of trades, including, masonary, painting and a certification in Janitorial Services. His quest for knowledge never ceased. A TIME TO WORK Clarence’s determination to succeed led him to obtain employment at the Bernard Sunley Building as a mason helper, after which he was employed at the Ministry of Works as a painter. Clarence was a Sales Agent for First Federation and Star Insurance Companies. He ventured into the Tourism Industry as a taxi-cab driver. His cooking expertise was enjoyed by patrons attending the Hobby Horse Race Track as he sold the best turkey drumsticks. Clarence’s diverse entrepreneurial spirit also led him to participate in multi sales businesses, for example, being the owner of a small neighbourhood grocery store along with various network marketing opportunities, e. g. Amway, Life Plus, Ardyss, Symmetry, Orano Gold and Karatbars. He also was the owner of a janitorial service company, which he was passionate about. A TIME TO LOVE At a young age, Clarence met Maria Eloise McPhee (deceased). They were joined in holy matrimony in 1964. That union was blessed with 2 sons and 5 daughters whom Clarence was
A TIME TO LEARN Clarence’s education began at the Kemps Bay All-age Seventh-day Adventist School. His formal education was not completed due to
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very proud of. He was an excellent father and provider who always ensured that his family’s needs were met. Birthdays and vacations were special moments for him. He taught his children how to cook and most importantly how to pray and serve the Lord. Clarence met and fell in love with Ruth Kerr; soon thereafter, they were married. Among other things Clarence and Ruth were great business partners. They loved travelling together and visited destinations such as Orlando, Washington D. c., New York and Turks and Caicos Island. Clarence also enjoyed his first cruise in 2007.
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A TIME TO DIE Clarence’s health began to decline in August 2015. He attended numerous doctors and health care facilities locally and abroad including Hippocrates Health Institute, West Palm Beach, Florida in hopes of improving his health. His health improved for a number of years allowing him to return to his regular duties. However, he once again began experiencing health issues and was subsequently hospitalized and constantly under doctor’s supervision. On January 3rd, 2022 he was admitted to the Princess Margaret Hospital and received various medical treatments. His health
seemed to have improved but God had other plans. On January 21st, 2022 at approximately 2:00AM he met his demise. Elder Clarence Rahming has fought a good fight, he has kept the faith, he has finished his course, henceforth there is laid up for him a crown of righteousness which the Lord, the Righteous Judge himself shall give him on that day…….. Cherished memories are held by his Wife: Ruth Rahming; Loving Sons & spouse: Samuel Sr. (Isolyn), Alexander Sr., Jonathan Sr. & Andrè Rahming; Loving Daughters: & spouses: Eleanor (Charlie Sr.) & Bernadette (Harazona) Bowleg, Glendina Rahming, Pandora (Anwar Sr.) Lockhart & Yvonne “Dionne” (Darrion) Brown; his daughter Shavonne Woodside pre-deceased him; Stepsons & spouse: Kenneth (Carol), Michael & Quinton Kerr; Stepdaughters & spouses: Samantha (Pastor Terry) & Shakera (Javan) Tanis; Grandchildren: Samuel Jr., Ralista, Alexis, Ariel, Alexander Jr., Shaquel, Rashad, Alexcia, Aliyah, Vincent, Nickey, Alexandria, Alexius, Almeria Rahming; Charlece, Charlie Jr., Travis, Travette, Travano & Treasure Bowleg; Dioncè Smith, Anwar Jr. & Neveah Lockhart; Phillease & Phillip Cooper Jr.; Nel-Eisha & Nelson Woodside Jr.; Darrinique Brown & Jonathan Rahming Jr.; 11 Step grandchildren; Great grandchildren: Skylar Darville, Faith, Ahmad, Sherad, Rashaun & Aleigha. Brothers & spouses: Elder Charles (Carmetta) Rahming, Elder Lennis, Malfreth & Dr. Elliston (Arthurlouise) Rahming.
Sisters & spouses: Rosetta (Arthur) Johnson & Ivy (Philip) Rolle; Adopted son: Justin Curtis; Adopted daughter: Georgette Wallace Brothers-in-law: Newton, Pastor Lewis, Stephen, Charlton & George Walkin; Sistersin-law: Yvonne Rahming, Ivis Henfield, Dr. Patrina & Stephanie Williams, Audrey & Monica Walkin. Nephews & spouses including: Hugh, Mario, Sean, Jon, Marvin, Jason (Ariel), Pelè & Kristan Rahming. Nieces & spouses including: Jacqueline (Roy) Brown Jr., Diane (Gary) Jones, Patricia Rahming, Melony & Latoya Rahming, Yana (Jermaine) Bethel, Tereza (Walky) Jacques, Sue-Ellen Smith, Jan-Marie Brown, Vanessa (Kino) Taylor, Desiree (Theodore) Armbrister & Phillippa Rolle. Numerous grand & great-grand nephews & nieces. Aunt: Manekerbell Canter; Numerous cousins including: Julianne Rolle, Harold Jr., Humphrey & Carlton McPhee, Flordell Pratt, Ettamae McKenzie, Thaddeus Rahming,
Ellamae Hall, Eulamae Gordon, Patsy Bowe, Nethalie Markland, Sandra Miller, Thelma Miller, Eloise Demifort, Vernita Russell, Geraldine Strachan, Gertrude Brown, Esther Rahming, Alphonso II, Berkley & Susan Canter, Emeritta Alexis, Janetta Pratt, Lionel Johnson, Jennifer Johnson, Catherine Roker, Robert Bullard, Laura Forbes, Willie Taylor, Livingston Penn, Barbara Strachan; Numerous friends & loved ones including: Frederick “Sonny” Taylor, Maureen Gardiner, Marion Sweeting, Joseph Smith, Pastor T. Basil Sturrup & Family, Pastor Dr. Michael Toote & Family, Pastor Lee Burrows & Family, The New Providence Seventh-day Adventist Church family, The Lowe Sound Seventh-day Adventist Church Family, South Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventist, Norma Rahming, Isadora Kemp, Cleveland & Cyril McPhee, Dr. Robin Roberts & Dr. Kevin Moss, Nurse Anna Forbes, Nurse Hazley Blatch, Mrs. Annie Green, The Ministry of Health & Wellness Headquarters, Claridge Primary School & The North Andros Community.
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Order Of
SERVICE OPENING REMARKS | Dr. Michael D. Toote, Host Pastor, Hillview Seventh-day Adventist Church CONGREGATIONAL HYMN | “How Cheering Is The Christian Hope” How cheering is the Christian’s hope, While toiling here below! It buoys us up while passing through this wilderness of woe, It buoys us up while passing through this wilderness of woe. It points us to a land of rest, Where saints with Christ will reign; Where we shall meet the loved of earth, and never part again, Where we shall meet the loved of earth, and never part again
Fly, lingering moments, fly, O, fly, Dear Savior, quickly come! We long to see Thee as Thou art, and reach that blissful home, We long to see Thee as Thou art, and reach that blissful home.
PRAYER | Pastor Samuel Miller, New Providence Seventh-day Adventist Church CONDOLENCES | Hon. Minister Fred Mitchell, M. P. Fox Hill Elder Donnie Rolle Elder Anthony Burrows SPECIAL MUSIC | Mr. Romel Farrington (Family Friend) OLD TESTAMENT READING | (Psalms 23) | Neveah Lockhart (Granddaughter) SPECIAL MUSIC | Dr. Washington Williams OBITUARY | Read in Silence SPECIAL VIDEO TRIBUTE | (Featuring Tenor - Virtuoso Samuel Wilson of Dallas, Texas) AS I KNEW HIM | Elder Keble Dawkins SPECIAL MUSIC | Mr. Arthur Johnson Sr. (Brother-In-Law)
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FAMILY TRIBUTE | Mrs. Ivy Rolle (Sister) MUSICAL TRIBUTE | Elders Charles & Lennis Rahming (Brothers) & Elder Ovil McDonald AS I KNEW HIM | Evangelist Catherine Roker (Cousin) SPECIAL MUSIC | Mrs. Larissa Russell (Cousin) NEW TESTAMENT READING | (Romans 8:35-39) | Dioncè Smith (Granddaughter) SPECIAL MUSIC | Mrs. Nadia Rodriquez-Bueno INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER | Dr. Michael D. Toote MEDITATION | “Old Ship of Zion” | New Providence SDA Church Choir EULOGY | Pastor T. Basil Sturrup, Ministerial Secretary, South Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventist PRAYER FOR FAMILY RECESSIONAL HYMN | “When The Roll Is Called Up Yonder” When the trumpet of the Lord shall sound and time shall be no more, And the morning breaks eternal bright and fair; When the saved of earth shall gather over on the other shore, And the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there. Chorus When the roll is called up yonder, When the roll is called up yonder, When the roll is called up yonder, When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there
On that bright and cloudless morning, when the dead in Christ shall rise, And the glory of His resurrection share; When His chosen ones shall gather to their home beyond the skies; And the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there. Let us labor for the Master from the dawn till setting sun, Let us talk of all His wondrous love and care, Then when all of life is over and our work on earth is done, And the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there.
ORGANIST | Mr. Nelson Dorsett PIANIST | Mr. Ralph Rolle
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TO MY DARLING HUSBAND, In life I loved you dearly, In death i’ll do the same. It breaks my heart to loose you, You left me peaceful memories. I miss our singing together, Especially your rolling bass. You told me you were tired, So sleep now and take your rest. I love you, but God loves you best. You were my best friend, I look forward to the day when Jesus comes and we meet again. Your Ruttie
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TO MY FATHER We little knew that day, God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death, we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you. You did not go alone. For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide. And although we cannot see you, You are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again. Glen
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apa I miss you already. It is so hard for me to look at your house knowing that you’re no longer there. The last time I saw you was during Christmas and Mrs. Ruth told me that you both were leaving for Nassau. We talked, hugged, kissed and said goodbye. We did not know that would’ve been the last time hearing your voice, seeing your beautiful smile or even get our last hug and kiss. Papa you have left me so many wonderful memories with us on the beach, dancing to Christmas music, going for ice-cream and listening to you talk about your life stories. Those memories will hold a special place in my heart and will remain in my heart until I take my last breath. Papa you were always there for me. It will be hard for me to adjust to not seeing you . I am happy to know that you’re no longer in pain. I love you very much. This is not a goodbye, I pray we will meet again when Jesus returns. Love Travette
TO MY LOVING GRANDFATHER, There was no thought of time of ever saying goodbye. You were gone before we even knew it. You will always be remembered as the kind and caring “papa”. You always found away to show your humor and affection in every situation. Special memories of you will always live forever in our hearts. You showed your support at every important milestone in our lives. No matter what it was you always made time for family. I will always hear your still voice of wisdom and advice ringing in my ears. To do the right things, which is Gods plan for our lives.We’ll always remember you Grandpa because there is no one to fulfill your shoes. You will be sorely missed, forever loved and always remembered. Alexcia
“To Papa” You came to visit me in June last year in Exuma and I came to visited you in the Christmas. I didn’t know that would have been my last hug and kiss. God saw you were tired and took you with him. I cried many times watching you suffer. Even though, I loved you dearly,I couldn’t make you stay with me. I love you and I miss you so much papa. I will see you again heaven. — Darrinique
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rother stepped in as a father figure when daddy goes to the United States to work on the contract. He was always there to assist mother in providing for us. I can recall the times when I needed clothes & shoes for church or for a concert in Black Point, South Andros, brother would send me clothes. When I visited New Providence, brother would take me to the Grants Town Church to worship with him. Brother has left a rich legacy: Faithfulness, integrity, impeccable character, hard work & determination. Sleep on brother, take your rest.
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IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY DEAR BROTHER CLARENCE FROM HIS SISTER ROSETTA. An Eternal Memory... ... Until We Meet Again those speaial memories of you will always bring asmile if only i can take you back for just a little while Then could sit and talk again just like we use to do you always ment so very much and alway will do too the fact that you’re no longer here will always case me pain but you;re forever in my heart until we meet again.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We wish to express our deep and sincerest appreciation for the numerous acts of kindness, expressions of sympathy and varied courtesies extended to this family. Your prayers, visits, gifts and telephone calls have been a comfort and solace to us all. We warmly thank you and may God richly bless all of you. The Family
HONORARY PALL BEARERS
Samuel Rahming Sr. Charlie Bowleg Sr. Kenneth Kerr
Alexander Rahming Sr. Anwar Lockhart Sr. Frederick “Sunny” Taylor
ACTIVE PALL BEARERS
Jonathan Rahming Harazona Bowleg Darrion Brown Anwar Lockhart Jr.
Andre Rahming Samuel Rahming Jr. Travis Bowleg Phillip Cooper Jr.
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