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11 years you were taken away. Time went by so quickly.
Never a day goes by that we don't think of you. Words cannot express how much we Love you and missed you very much. Sleep on, we know you are at peace. From you loving children, Zammie, Michelle, Esther & Antoinette; grandchildren; families and your loving friends.
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Funeral Service For Pamela Annette Knowles-Williams, 58
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Death Notice For Florence Cynthia Fernander, 95
of College Gardens will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, 2:00p.m. at Kemp Road Ministries, Kemp Road. Officiating will be Pastor Ivan F. Butler Jr. assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. Left to cherish her memories are her mother: Ruthiemae (Kenneth) Sweeting Jr.; son: Johnathan Lamont Hart; grandchildren: Tianna and Zachery Hart; sisters: Patrice (Andrew) Clarke, Portia (Henry) Rolle Sr., Simone Beckles, Colleen Colebrook and Kirsten Sweeting; brothers: Marvin Knowles, Cleophas (Kip) Knowles, Colin and Preston Colebrook and Alexander Sweeting; uncle: McAllen Knowles; aunts: Frances Smith, Barbara Romer, Sybiline, Judy and Valderine Knowles, Evelyn and Denise Rolle; nieces: Eddeshia Smith, Andrenae Clarke, Precious Rolle, Ka’Tres (Terrance) Walker, Selena and Ashanti Knowles, Mylasia, Niquelle and Justelle Colebrook, Ivana and Oksana George and Marissa Mowatt; nephews: Edward (Janelle) Collins, Trevor Taylor Jr., Henry Rolle Jr., Quvon, Natrae and Natavio Knowles, Malachi Colebrook, Joshua Clarke and Kyle Beckles; grand-nieces: Lataria, Gartisha, Laci, Jirra, Erynn, Emilia, Emori, Allena, Kaleah and Trinity; grand-nephews: T-anno, Trevon, Tremere, Janarion, Prince Jr., Aiden, Keyshawn and Kadence; godchild: Donnell Williams; and many loving cousins and a wide circle of relatives including: the Heirs of the Late Cleophas “CC” and Lucinda Knowles Sr.; the Dean, Taylor, Knowles and Rolle families; special friends: Tamara Miller, Melverne Hunt, Linda Brown, Anastacia Forbes, Kimberley Morris, Shava Curry and Cassandra Rolle; Rev. Drs. Ivan and First Lady Joanne Butler Jr. and the Kemp Road Ministries Family; the Foresight Baptist Church Family; Drs. Willis and Yvette Johnson and the Blessed Hope Native Baptist Church; the former staff of City Markets Ltd., The Moncur Alley Family, and the Kemp Road Community family. Please forgive us for any names inadvertently omitted in error. Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets on Friday, January 3, 2025 from 10:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 1:00p.m. until service time.
of Golden Gates #2, New Providence, Bahamas passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, December 28, 2024. She is survived by her son: Michael (Christine) Durham; daughters: Stephanie Fernander and Tanya Lundy; grandchildren: Devon Wilson, Brittany Durham and Shalom Lundy; and other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notice For Joan Yvonne Selver, 78
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Death Notice For Rohn McFarlane Smith, 69
of Seaview Drive, Highland Park, Nassau, Bahamas passed away at her residence on Friday, December 20, 2024. She is predeceased by her husband: Mr. Mirza Selver; parents: Mr. Wilfred Dorsette and Mrs. Hilda Dorsette; sisters: Cecelia Dorsette and Patricia Greenslade.
of Ernest Street, passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, December 26, 2024.
Left to cherish her memories are her daughter: Melissa (Gerrad) Deleveaux; sons: Mirza (Patricia) Selver Jr. and Kwame (Jennifer) Selver; granddaughters: Myra and Marissa Selver; grandson: Gabriel Deleveaux; brothers: Wilfred Dorsette Jr. and Lincoln Dorsette; sisters: Annette Rigby, Coral Butler, Esther Dorsette and Christine Dorsette; and other relatives and friends.
He is survived by his wife: Stephanie Smith; son: Rohn (Shawndrika) Smith Jr.; daughter: Carla Bain; step sons: Jermain and Cory (Crystal) Clarke; step daughter: Shandia (Gary) BenebyMunnings; sisters: Jarona (Byron) Babbs and Cyprianna Graham; and other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for NAOMI McKINNEY, 87
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Death Notices for STANFORD KNOWLES, 70 of #8 Pond Lane, Black Village, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, December 27th, 2024. He is survived by his, Wife: Melanie Knowles; Children: Shonel Rolle, Shakira Clarke, John Clarke, Stannarj Knowles and Stanico Knowles; Sisters: Charlayne Rolle and Shavonne Davis; Brother: Joel Knowles; 7 Grand children; 3 Great Grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Richard Rolle, Zuri Clarke, Janetta Strachan, Carousel Johnson, Muriel Knowels, Julius Rolle and Fredrick Davis.
of Pinedale Street and formerly of Landrill Point, Crooked Island, died at her residence on Wednesday, December 25th, 2024. Service will be held on Thursday, January 9th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Hillview Seventh-day Adventist Church, Tonique William Darling Highway. Officiating will be Pastor Peter Joseph, assisted by Pastor Leonard Rahming and Pastor Waylon Johnson. Internment will follow at Landrill Point Public Cemetery, Crooked Island. She is survived by her, Children: Vivian Burrows, Clement McKinney, Kirkwood McKinney, Willis McKinney Jr., Zyndall McKinney, Angela Hole, Elton McKinney, Henry McKinney, Sonia McKinney, Elliott McKinney, Antoinette McKinney and Paula Green; Sister: Yvonne Scavella; Numerous Grandchildren, Great-grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews; Other Relatives and Friends including: Margaret McKinney, Yarilin Gonzales, Anastacia McKinney, Deandre McKinney and Donald Green. Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary #183 Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday and again at the church from 9:00 a.m. to service time on Thursday. Graveside service will begin at 12 noon on Friday January 10th in Landrill Point, Crooked Island.
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ANDREA DEAN-BOUCHARD, 46 of Fire Trail Road, died at University of Miami Hospital on Friday, 27th December, 2024. She is survived by her, Husband: Arnold Bouchard; Children: Arieanna, Aaron and Amari Bouchard; Mother: Minister Iris WalkesDean; Brothers: Saulie, Herbie and Andrew Dean; Numerous Aunts and Uncles, Nieces and Nephews and a host of other relatives. Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.
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of Theophilus Close, Oaks Field, died at her residence on Monday, December 23rd, 2024. She survived by her Husband: Eneas Theophilus; Children: Dr. Eneia Theophilus and Eenga Theophilus; Brothers: MacArthur, Robert, Brevis and Ricardo Moss; Nephews: Pastor Cedric Moss, Basil, Paul and Dave Moss, Keith, and Jefferey Stubbs; Grand children: Eeva Hudson; and a host of other Relatives and Friends. Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.
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Death Notices for SYBIL EVANS, 80
ALLANCE JAMES FERGUSON SR., 62
of Nicolls Town, North Andros, who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, December 25th, 2024.
of Cow Pen Road, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, December 20th, 2024.
She survived by her Children: Basil Evans, Charmaine Chase-Rolle, Chiquita Taylor and Marvin Woodside; Sisters: Louise Rose, Carmetta Evans and Miriam Evans; Brothers: Freeman and Leslie Evans; Aunts: Olive Munnings; 10 Grandchildren; 10 Great Grandchildren; In-Laws: Mary Evans and Thomas Robertson; and a host of other relatives and friends.
He survived by his Children: Tamika, Allance Jr., Theo and Dr. Tanniequa Ferguson; Sisters: Linda Johnson, Nicole JohnsonAdderley and Christine Russell; Brothers: Alex Ferguson and Kimroy Ferguson; and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Funeral Service For Sylvia Marie O’Brien, 86 a resident of Hampden Road, Stapledon Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Arthur’s Town, Cat Island, Bahamas will be held at 10:00a.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at St. Barnabas Anglican Church. Officiating will be Reverend Fr. Roderick Bain assisted by Fr. Chester Burton. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. She is survived by her children: Rosalind Johnson, Rodney, Colin (Karen), Granville Jr., Winston Paul O’ Brien; son-in-law: Andrew Johnson; grandchildren: Latoya (Cecil) Dorsett, Anthonicia, Kyrin and Imara O’Brien, Cecil Dorsett III, Darria Reece; great grandchildren: Riley, Lucas and Liam Dorsett; sisters: Thelma Rolle-Williams, Marilyn Rolle; sister-in-law: Thelma V. Rolle; nephews: Julian and Melbourne Williams (Charmaine), William II (Karen), Wayne (Deidre), Daren (Tanya), Lorenzo (Jewel), David Marco, Simon and Marco Rolle; Michael, Kendrick and Charles Major and their families, Oscar, Rev. Canon Sebastian, Kirkwood, Edward, Kendal, Rev. Father Julien, Earl, Ashley and Romani Campbell and their Families, Samuel and Anthony Thompson and their Families; nieces: Colleen Carter, Patricia Johnson, Samantha Rolle, Gwyneth Cox (Javado), Myrtis Darville (Leslie), Karen Johnson (Timothy), Julie Carroll ( Keith) Bridgette Ritchie, Chrystle Rolle and Family, Family of The Late Norma Rolle, Christine Taylor and Family, Dr. Simone RolleGraham (Jhomo), Sophia Rolle- Kapousouzoglou (Konstantinos), Shirlene O’Brien-Rolle (Glenwood) and Family, Michelle Bain and Family, Dahren Newbold and Family, Paulette Brown and Family; grandnieces: Lakell Haygood-Johnson and Family, Victoria Albury and Family; numerous grandnephews and grandnieces, godchildren: Michael Dean, Janice Gardiner, Kendal Pierre, Patricia Hanna, Evamae Ferguson, Bianca Campbell, Gillian Gray (Martin), Martin Jr.; cousins: The Family of the late Carmen McPhee, Frank Miller and Family, Christopher Miller and Family, Isaac Dean and Family, Hensel, Howard, Vernie Newbold and Family, Jacqueline Isaacs and Family, Leah Webb and Family, Family of the Late Etta Stubbs, Family of the Late Cecil Miller, Betty Jane Stubbs and Family, Family of the Late Bill Simmons; special friends: Mavis and George Johnson, Mary Basden and Family, Anthony Farah and Family, Rosmary Huyler and Family, Joseph Strachan and Family, Samuel Miller and Family, Ricardo Brenan
and Family, Sheba and Marvin Webb, Alfred and Cleomie Burrows, Henry W. Curry and Family, Tremmie Thompson and Family, Isadora Lamb and Family, Eunice Sherman and Family, Susan Hunt and Family, Althea Connolly and Family, Arlene Brown and Family, Adrian “Ricky” Miller, Linda Wilson and Family, Garnet and Delores Knowles and Family, Maria Thompson, Susan Hall and Family, Inez McKenzie and Family, Paul King and Family, Lottie Rahming and Family, Danny and Judy Miller; other relatives and friends including: Willard Cleare and Family, Charles “Charlie” Miller, Nathalie Bonamy and Family, Patrick Seymour and Family, Rosemary Hart and Family, Marge Smith and Family, Yvonne Pratt and Family, Rhoda Rolle and Family, Charles Mackey and Family, Ellerron Pratt and Family, Rev. Carl Campbell, The Family of the late Richard E. Dean, The Family of the late Ezra Dean and Family, Charles King and Family, The Family of the Late Warren Seymour, Beverly King and Family, Daisy Grant-Rolle, The Family of the Late Gloria Russell, The Family of the Late Vincent Pierre, Alfreda Johnson and Family, Sauleene Smith and Family, Ellen Ebanks, Orville A. Turnquest and Family, Megan Smith, Carol Hanna and Family, Catherine Deveaux, Blossom Rolle, Marge Rahming, Levith Henfield, Frank Lightbourne, Karlene Knowles and Family, The Family of the Late James Millard Gardiner, Keith Butler, Eunice Green and Family, Faith Ene and Family, Gordon Wong and Family, The Family of the late Wilfred Bain, The Family of the late Dorothy Lightbourn (Freeport), The Family of the Late Cecil Dorsett Sr., Glen and Lillian McPhee, Christopher Gibson, Dellareece Sully, Elaine Sawyer and Family, Bruno Robinson, Keith Rolle, Kelston Hall, Judith Reece, Angerine Curtis and Family, Don Davis, Renee Davis and Family, Troy Kemp and Family, Marva Smith and Family, Garland Miller and Family, St. Barnabas Church Family and Organizations, Anglican Church Women, Anglican Church Men, Auxiliary and Prayer Band, The Usher Board, 23rd Company of Boys’ Brigade, Bahamas Union of Teachers Retirees’ Club, The Communities of Arthurs’ Town, Cat Island and Stapledon Gardens; Special Thanks: Bishop Arthur Gilbert Thompson and Family, Rev’d Father Roderick Bain, Father Chester Burton (Curate) and Family, Canon Basil Tynes (Rector of St. Matthews) and Family, Father Colin Saunders and Family, Father I. Ranfurly Brown and Family, Dr. Scott Seymour, Dr. Glenn Berry and Alvin Ferguson of Prairie View A&M Medical Center, Texas, Doctors and nurses of Houston Methodist West Hospital, Henry Rose and Family, O’Donnell Middle School (Aliefisd) Texas, Garvin Tynes Primary School, Audley Fraser and Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery and a host of other relatives, friends and colleagues too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd, Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday 12:00 noon to 5:00p.m and at the church 9:00a.m. on Saturday until service time.
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Funeral Service For Dwayne Ricardo Woodside Sr., 58
a resident of Goombay Drive, Malcolm Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Wesley Methodist Church, Baillou Hill Road. Officiating will be Reverend Henry Knowles assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. He is survived by his sons: Dwayne Jr. and Denzel Woodside; daughter: Dwaynette Woodside; sisters: Sabrina Woodside, Shavette Seymour, Kiesha Ferguson, Nkoma Woodside of Brooklyn, New York, Renee Woodside-Burdick of Jacksonville, Florida, Nadine Woodside-Neely, Linda Woodside of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Mekeva Woodside-Miller of Toronto, Canada, Lakiesha Woodside and Lisa Albury-King; brothers: Dwight Lyles, McNeil Albury Sr., Patrick Finley, Damien Sr., Mugabe Sr., Valentino, Donavan Woodside and Virgil Albury; aunts: Sharon Lyles, Helena Neilly, Norma Woodside, Evelyn and Dianne Neilly; uncles: Clint Neilly Sr., Nolan Lyles; nieces: Marqueya Edwards, Deshante Lyles, Aleshia Cooper, Giavonna, Devonna and Georgia Neilly, Azariah Ferguson, Janet Rolle, Denisha and Avyanna Cooper, Rayven Lanae, Aaliyah, Shoshana and Hanna Lyles, Akeliah Albury, Leisha, Meriska and Danell Woodside, Gloria, Elizabeth Martin; nephews: Sigmund Santino Stubbs, Demjai Edwards, Gabriel Seymour, Ashley Lyles, Raynold and Devon Neilly, McNeil Albury Jr., Godfrey Elijah King, Isaac and Joshua Rolle, Damien Jr., Mugabe Jr., Cruz and Cameron Woodside, Matthew Narcisse, Jerome Nicholls, Thomas, Themo, Terrell, Alex Jr., Adjani, Akeem, Ahmad and Ahmeer Neely, Herbert and Godfrey Minnis; numerous grandnieces and grandnephews, godfather: Arthur Chase; godmother: Marva Moxey-Sawyer; cousins: Ruby Neilly, Evangeline Saunders, Marilyn Rolle, Beverley Sobiech, Gloria Sears, Deneen NeillyJohnson, Yelena Neilly-Revere, Robyn and Cynthia Neilly, Helen Hall, Florinda Lightbourne, Rowena Neilly, Janet Pratt, Lynette Barry, Cheryl Neilly, Valarie Smith, Rhodvil Jr., Phillip and Dale Neilly, Maxwell and Kendal Albury, Gregory, Tanya, Sparkle, James, Greg Jr., Shalom and Scharann Cash, Anthony, Lionel, Carlton, Wenzil, Keith, Clinton Jr. and Calvin Neilly Jr., Sandra Cooper, Karen Rolle, Dianna Staurt, Denise Sears, Shenique Taylor, Lorene Bowleg, Basil Sears
Jr., Ingrid, Michael and Shelton Hall, Hadassah Hall-Deleveaux, Clint Woodside, Thudgelyn Neilly-Miller, Theodore, Kevin, and Berkley Neilly Jr., Cachia and Devaughn Sturrup, Akeria, Shenique, Jamal, Jermaine and Jerone Jones, Monique and Christine Cartwright, Lovette, Javan and Jeremy Lightbourne, Steve, Mario, Nicola and Nathalie Sobiech, Nakia Neilly, Jemia, Jade and Jonnique Pratt, Kevin Seymour, Berkley, Margurite and Idamae Rolle, Frank, Jermaine and Calvin Mackey, Camille, Carlis, Marcus, Marchello, Margaret and Jared Cash, Markannis Johnson, Alan Cosgrove, Lakeitha Lockhart, Raynisha, Rachea, Raynik, Raynold Jr. and Reagan Neilly, Zion Bosfield, Jacara and Ricardo Rolle Jr., Sarah Rahming, Hasting Jr., Eugenie, Daniel, James, Sidney, Victor and Aron Johnson, Edward Campbell, Elizabeth Johnson, Rosemary Ward, Edison Wilmott, Michelle Rolle, Dorothy Johnson, Virginia Cartwright, Doris, Malcolm, Denise, Patricia and Andrea Culmer, Aquilla Cleare-Hall, Jaiden Jones, Amari Hall, Tamika Strachan, Roy and Katherine Thompson, Daisy Bain, Rev. Shaun Moss and Family, Father Harry Ward and Family, Hartley Neilly, Erica and Randolph Rolle, Rose Blatch, Jackie Glaze, Crystal Sweeting, Alana and Aqunetta Kelly, Sandra Johnson, Theresa Whymms, Ismae Hall, Michelle Rolle, Angela Rolle, Theresa Ramsey, Sandra Johnson, Vincent Curry, Crystal Rolle, the Blatch family, the Neilly family, the Albury family, the Cash family, the Ward family; numerous relatives and friends including: Felicia Neilly, Joyanne Ferguson, James Cooper, Genevie and Gary Albury, Willamae Albury and family, Phillipa Johnson, Diana Williams, Lashon, Albury, Moses Johnson and family, Sigmund Stubbs Sr. and family, Joyce Sweeting and family, Rev. Ednal Cash and family, Frank and Florene Neilly, Rev. Raymond Neilly and family, Beryl Neilly and Family, Naomi, Lovania, Antoinette, Rosanna, Dion Neilly, Eardley Neilly, Monique Davis, Rev. Dr. Jacintha Marie Neilly, the Mortimer family, Lilliemae Benson and Family, Sebastian Coakley and family, Marinette Neilly and family, Ira Smith and family, James Ward and family, Dudley Sawyer, Sebastian Bastian and family, Percy ‘Voila’ Francis and the Saxons family, Arthur Swann and family, Michael Carey, Dwayne Kemp, Ian Smith, Godfrey King, Dwayne Rolle, Glenroy Saunders II, Cyprian Cunningham, Romano Deleveaux, Conville Deleveaux, Charles Bethel, Toby Austin, Rose Sands, Dellarese Flowers, John Strachan, Raymond, Bertram and Keith Rollins, Marvin, France and Parrish Wallace, Dr. Christopher Clarke, Nick and Jonie Wilson, Ķeith and Kevin Lockhart, Hallie Wilson and family, Jamico Brown, Brandon and Marco Rolle, Bob, Dwayne, Dominic, Derek and Marva Walker, Stephen Perotti and family, the Moxey famìly, Aluma Miller and family, Maxwell and Marķ Cox, Eugene Culmer, Dr. Nicholas Fox, Brenda and Stephanie Forbes, Marsha Cooper, Carson Swann, Christopher Knowles, Myrtle Minus and family, Donna Morley, Sean Lewis, Arnette Paul, Roland and Bertram Rolle, Andrea Wallace, Janet Butler and family, Merissa Edwards and family, Dr. Bain and Doc’s Pharmacy, Peter Bethel, Therza Dean, Malvena Culmer, Pamela Cash, Louise Fernandez and family, Ethel O’Brien and family, Tyrone Hepburn and family, Junior Hepburn, Nathaniel Symonette, Pamela Culmer, Verona Charlton, Edith Neilly, Margaret Hepburn, Nadine and Shirley Woods, the Spence family, the Neilly family of Andros, the PLP Englerston branch, the PLP Golden Gates branch, the community of Lower Bouge, Eleuthera, the residents of Goombay Drive and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd, Robinson and Baillou Hill Road on Friday 12:00 noon to 5:00p.m and at the church 10:00 a.m. on Saturday until service time.
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Funeral Services For Miriam Remelda Duncombe, 53 a resident of Armbrister Street, Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 10:00a.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Zion Yamacraw Baptist Church, Yamacraw Road. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Glendon E. Rolle assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive. She is survived by her sons: Alvinzo Glinton, Chrisaun Glinton; daughter: Shenquia Glinton; grandchildren: Mason Williams, Omarion Glinton, Kevon, Vincenique; nephews: Kristoff Williams, Philardo Davis, Ayden Lightbourn; sister: Arabella Duncombe; brother: Douglas Duncombe; aunts: Mae Ellen Pratt, Mrs. Ruth Rodgers, Mrs Ellamae Duncombe; uncle: Rev. Reuben Duncombe; cousins: Cleomie (Kim) Collymore, Bernadette (Dwayne) Murray, Kathy (Antonio) Greene, Elaine and Katherine Rodgers, Janet Cooper, Jocelyn (Glen) Minus, Carolyn (Andrew) Smith, Euthalie Miller, Laverne Pinder, Lynette Farrington, Sandra (Paul) Rahming, Denise Pratt, Zelva (Brain) Johnson, Elva Sands, Dian Pelicanos, Donna Rodgers, Patricia (Cleveland) Williams, Margaret Duncombe, Linda Burrows, Barbara Rolle, Kathleen Zonicle, Lenora, Gwendolyn Henfield, Sandra Knowles, Marcia Knowles, Shaunette Bain, Lovetia Forbes, Catherine Duncombe, Laverne, Monique, Naomi, Sharon, Brenda, Marsha, Diane, Ann, Shirlean, Geneva, Tony (Marguerite) Rodgers, David and Deon Rodgers, Glen (Valerie) Miller, Luther Miller, Cedric (Natalie) Miller, Roger, Charles and Derek Laing, Stephen, Dave and Daniel Pratt, Frederick, Andrew and Wayne Rodgers, Kim and Christopher Thompson, Jeremiah, Eddie, William, Cleveland, Clayton and Dwayne Duncombe, Bruce, Patrick and Perry Thompson, Ezra, Shaun, Herbert Duncombe, Anthony Forbes, Elvis and Ira Thurston; other relatives and friends including: Arlington Sweeting, Post Master General and Staff Of The Post Office, Port Authority Staff And Friends, Sandy Port Homeowners Association And Security Department, The Deep Creek Community, St. Paul’s Baptist Church, Pastor Theophilus Rolle and Family, Rev. Gloria Ferguson and Family, Catherine Roker and Family, Salvation Army Corp, Jessica, Miesha, Scionyah, Shirley Andrew’s and Family, Can Ward and Family, Florence Davis and Family, Zion Yamacraw Baptist Church Family, Nurse Naomi Christie Centre, Cedar Crest Funeral Home, Alfred Hart, Delores Berry and Family, Rodgers, Miller and Duncombe Families; numerous grandnieces, nephews, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd, Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday 12:00 noon to 5:00p.m and at the church 9:00a.m. on Saturday until service time.
Albert Leon Sainville, 71 a resident of Wilton Street of Water Lily Lane, Yamacraw will be held at 10:00a.m. on Friday, January 3, 2025 at Bahamas Faith Ministries (BFM), Carmichael Road. Officiating will be Pastor Dave Burrows, Pastor Kersch Darville assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive. Albert was predeceased by his daughter: Tadzia Sainville; mother: Anna Sainville; siblings: Rosemary Allen-Darville and Charles Allen. Left to cherish his fond memories are his loving wife: Sandra Sainville; sons: Brian Williams Sr., Trenton, Therron; father: Alphonso Sainville; brother: Arnold Sainville; grandsons: Brian Williams Jr., Taj, T’Shai, Dejahnae, Raphael, Gabriel; daughters-in-law: Diandra and Elexa; adopted sister: Theresa Woodside; adopted daughter: Pamela Kemp; adopted sons: Terez, Archie, Lennox Jr.; nieces: Deborah Darville-Campbell, Cutell Higgs, Chavale Hepburn, Cansharah Miller, Chantell Saunders, Petrika Ruecell; nephews: Barry Sawyer Jr., Stanley Cornelius III and Alexander Campbell, DeAngelo Rolle, Glen Jr., Nathan Bethel, Charles Saunders; numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews; sisters-in-law: Eleanor Deal, Donna Higgs, Janet Roberts, Jane Gilbert, Barbara Bain, Theresa Hamilton, Bruann Major; brothers-in-law: Sidney Higgs, Ivan Higgs, Edward Richardson, Keith Gilbert, Godfrey Higgs, Dereck Higgs, Anthony Higgs, Christopher Higgs, Ricardo Higgs, Arthur Higgs, Roger Higgs, Delano and Andy Hamilton; adopted brother-in-law: Terry Delancy; cousins: Hazel Calderon, James Whittick, Dorn Morris-Johnson and Family, Patrice Rolle and Family, Keren Bastian and Family, Donna Nottage and Family, Floyd Weech and Family, The Nottage, Allen, Morris, Sainville and Higgs families; other relatives and friends including: Robert and Zoe Powell, Errington Thompson, Lloyd Steed, Elsworth McKenzie, Kevin Fox, John and Judy Deveaux, Pastor Ellison and Betty Greenslade, Zen Rolle, Cola Jones and Daisy Albury, Deidre and William Taylor (Boston), The Evans family, The Cash family, The Rahming family in Andros, Deloris Ingraham, Judith Major, The Friersons of Orlando, Fl., Bahamas Faith Ministries, Bahamas Faith Ministries Sunday School department, Yahweh Worship Center, Wilton Street Families, The McKenzie and Ferguson families, Mrs. Cyprianna Bethel, Audrey and Godfrey Thompson, Dr. Alvin Hepburn, Pastor Jay Mullings and Pastor Adline Rolle and June Cartwright and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd, Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on (TODAY) Thursday 12:00 noon to 5:00p.m and at the church 9:00 a.m. on Friday until service time.
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Death Notices For Dr. Pandora A. Johnson, Ph.D., 75 a Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives Liaison in the Office of Academic Affairs, University of The Bahamas, and a resident of Malcolm Road, died in Atlanta, Ga. on Thursday, 19th December, 2024. She is survived by her brother: Jonathan Johnson; sisters: Astrid (Dean Patrick) Adderley and Gaynor Johnson; brother-in-law: Anthony (Andy) Gomez; adopted daughters: Alicia Cantrell and Deaja Dunbar; nephews: Ramesh Maragh, Michael Maragh, Mark Gomez, Omar Smith, Gavin Johnson, Jonathan White, DeVaughan Woodside, and Darin Johnson; nieces: Laura Charlton, Dorothea Gomez, Sharryl Smith, Lisa Gomez, Monique Gomez, Tiffany Gomez-Moxey, Miranda Adderley, Dr. Tanya JohnsonSparks, Johnette Johnson, Nichia Johnson-Tanis, and La Toya Johnson and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.
Sarah Elizabeth Davis, 73 a resident of #5 New Jerusalem Court off Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas, died at her residence on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. She is survived by her husband: Paul Davis; daughters: Paula (Courtney) Anderson Davis, Desiree Davis; sons: Tyrone and Gladstone Davis; 10 grandchildren: 2 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, daughter-inlaw: Jasmine Davis; son-in-law: Courtney Anderson and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.
Elcott Jayden Arthur Ferguson, 19 a resident of Balls Alley, New Providence, Bahamas, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, December 21, 2024.
George Basil Sweeting Jr., 56 a resident of Stapleton Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, December 23, 2024. He is survived by his mother: Rosalie Sweeting; children: Jada, Tahj and Carmello Sweeting; brothers: Bert and Cleon Sweeting; sisters: Rose Marie Major, Inga Sweeting; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.
relatives and friends.
He is survived by his parents: Yolanda Mackey and Elcott Ferguson; brother: Jamal Mackey; sister: Elissa Ferguson, De’Nique Whyms; grandparents: Wellington and Florence Mackey; aunts: Sherryann Mackey, Merinique Ferguson; uncles: Antone Mackey, Wellington Mackey; and a host of other Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for entire Bevins family, Paul family, Cooper family, Roberts family, CLARENCE PRATT, 70 Neely family and the Leisure Tours family, The entire Sweetings Cay, Pelican Point and High Rock community; The Revival Tabernacle family and Bishop Lindo Wallace and family; along with numerous family and friends too numerous to mention. Family and Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for of Tropical Gardens, Nassau, Bahamas, will be held at the Church of God Temple, Coconut Grove Avenue and K. D. Josey Way, on Saturday, 4th January, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Pedyson Baillou, Pastor Preston Cooper, Pastor Benjamin Pratt, Pastor Dwayne Josey and Rev. Fred Josey. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleums. He is survived by his, Three Daughters: Teresa Pratt, Ashanique Pratt and Clarice Pratt; Five Sons: Terico Pratt, Herman Pratt, Arnold Pratt, Clarence Pratt Jr. and Kevin Pratt; Grandchildren: Janae Pratt, Tyler Pratt, Kemeo Pratt, Joel Johnson, Jadorie Saunders, S’ian (Zion) Campbell, Arsenio Rolle, Lyric and Janelle Pratt; Three brothers: Wilbert Pratt Sr., Bishop Jonathan Pratt, Pastor Benjamin Pratt; One Sister: Gloria Sawyer; Three SistersIn-law: Lilliamae Pratt, Rosemary Pratt, Loretta and Judy Pratt; One Brother-In-law: Anthony Sawyer Sr.; Nieces: Wendy Carroll, Antoinette Pratt, Cindy Edgecombe (Cameron Edgecombe), Sandy Pratt, Samantha Pratt, Andrea Tarulli (Pietro Tarulli), Bernadette Pratt William, Antoinette Sawyer, Anthonique Sawyer-Isaac; Nephews: Omar Pratt (Jacqueline Pratt), Rosheed (Valentino) Pratt, Jonathan Pratt, Benjamin Pratt Jr. (Jennawade Pratt), Robert Pratt (Shantia Pratt), George Pratt, Gary Pratt, Anthony Sawyer Jr., Wilbert Pratt Jr., Steven Pratt; Relatives: Lovely Baillou, Fairdoll Cooper, Reverend Lawrence Laing, Mary Laing, Horatio & Hazel Baillou, Preston & Verna Cooper, Milda Thomas, Margaret Curry & Theo Laing, Ivalee Pratt and Kenrith Knowles; Friends & Community: Collins and Arnette Bain, The
HENRY MICHAEL BROWN, 79
a resident of Flamingo Gardens, died at PMH on Wednesday, December 25th, 2024. He is survived by his, daughters: Tammy and Tanya Brown; Nieces: Vanrea, Stephanie, Angela, Linda and family; Friend: Shery Brown; Other nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, and other relatives. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
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Funeral Service for ANN DAVIS JOSEPH, 55
a resident of Dunmore Street, will be held at Evangelic Assembly Church of God In Christ, Baillou Hill Road & Fleming Street, on January 4, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Patrick Smith, assisted by Pastor Monica Paul. Interment follows in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road. Loving memories will linger in the hearts of her, Husband: Kendal Joseph Sr.; Mother: Ethel Humes (Deceased); Father: Anthony Davis Sr.; Children: Brian Davis, Raynor Davis (Deceased), Vanashian Joseph, Kendal Joseph Jr., Ethel Joseph, Teki Mackey, Wilfred, Robin; Grandchildren: Raynor, Brian, Brianique & Levonte Davis, Kendal, Zhavia & Kamiyah Joseph, Davyn Bar, Charity Ambrister, Camille Gray, Tario Rolle, Riahnna, Edricka, Miracle, Edwin, Shavon; Sisters: Margaret Humes, Rose Wallace, Lorraine Humes, Dianne Humes, Michelle Passal; Brothers: Wesley, Henry, Junior Humes, Cecil Martin, Lloyd & Anthony Davis Jr., Fonz Passal; Daughter-In-Law: Cradine Davis, Telita Adderley Joseph, Keisha Hanna; Aunts: Carmen, Angela; Uncle: Rodger, Eddie, John; Nieces: Julia, Elsa, Rita, Kendira, Ebony, Shanae, Renae, Shakera, Shaquelle, Otaranique, Lakeisha; Nephew: Frank, Jerry, Sterling, Freddrick, Romeldo, Joshua, Henry, Ramon, Anthony; Cousins: Monique, Iesha, Diana, Trevor, Pedro, Shiane, Debbie, Eanet, Jamaine; Grand Nieces and Nephews: Leah, Frantesha, Jerrinque, Keylee, Diamond, Shakera, Shaquelle, Otaranique, Lakeishna, Ramon, Anthony. A Host of other family & Friends: Children’s Emergency Hostel, Road Traffic Family, Tropic Landscaping Family, Dunmore Street Family, Bain Town Grands Town, The Big Yard Family, Terrian, Fowler, Avianna, Kenytra & Johnson Family, Revelation Church of God, Wayde Watson, Helen Strachan & Family. Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Service for MARGARET ELLEN SMITH, 90
will be held on Saturday, January 4th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Zion Native Baptist Church, Deep Creek, Eleuthera. Officiating will be Rev. Leviticus Anderson; Assisted by Rev. Philip McPhee, and other minsters of the gospel. Interment will follow in the church’s cemetery. Left to cherish her memory are, Daughter: Doretta Hanna; Adopted Daughters: Angel Jackson (Lavardo) & Lyretta, Pinder (Orian); Grand kids: Theodore Sr. Adrian Ferguson (Claudine) Sophia Hart (Wilton) Lee & Frankcleta, Nicole Knowles, Aretha Stuart, Earnestine Farrington (Jeff) Devon Clinton & Shemeka Stuart, Orlandria Pinder; Great Grand Kids: Darran Knowles, Anadesha Ambrister, Bertica Johnson (Gamain) Edwin Winder Jr. Christovia Stuart, Kenya Polidor, Jefferey Jr., Bianca & Eyanah Farrington, Rimeka, Shicara and Shicardo Knowles, Kyle Saunders, Devon Stuart, Keturans Curtis (Ricardo) Adrian Jr., Thorio Thristan , Theondre, Jaylicia, Deshan and T’aneyo Ferguson, Bernardo Mackey, Owen & Wilesha Hart. Great Great Grands: Lyniyah, Daronique, Ghamella, Micaii, l’zayah, Kana, Amelia, Jamel, Rahmad, Asthonique, Aleisha, Traveah, Rickia, Gabriel, Tiana, Ricardo Jr., Alora and Aniyah. Nieces: Jennis Thompson-White, Yolanda Edwards, Daphne Darling, Sonia Hepburn, Tanya Hepburn, Laveto Smith, Scarleane Green, Deborah Hutchinson, Adriann and Dorneisha Ferguson, Portia Ferguson, and Monique Smith. Nephews: Robert “Buddy” Ferguson, Garth Thompson, Javon Thompson Sr.; Numerus Grand Nieces and Nephews including: Pamela Alexis, Cleopatra, Angelo, Hayward and Julian Whitfield, Jandia Swann, Michael Jr., Makeya, Marissa, M’kayla & Malik White. Other Friends & Relatives Including: Cpl 1311 Renardo Brown, Nurse Darlene Anderson, Dr. Sydeny Smith, Olga Thompson & family, Willamae Sweeting & Family, Donnalee Miller & Family Pastor Andrea Carey & Family, Pastor Zilchus Thompson & Family Pastor Leviteus Anderson & Family Geneva & Bernice Pinder & Family Hon. Clay Sweeting - M.P For Central & South Eleuthera, Dr. Bethel, Albert Pratt & Family, The McKinney Family Entire Community of Fox Hill & Deep Creek, Eleuthera, Dexter Bodie & Family Kelsey Williams & Family, Sherly Taylor & Family Rebecca Goodman, Louise Thompson & Linda Newbold, Cyril Anderson & Family, Chris Maxey & Island School Family, The Cape Eleuthera Resort St Luke A.M.E. Family, The Zion Baptist Church Family. Viewing will be on Friday in the Faith Room from 10am - 5pm and at the church on Saturday from 8am until service time.
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Last Rites For SHIRLEY ISADORA MARSHALL, 87 of George Town, Exuma, will be held on Saturday January 4th, 2025 at The Historic St. Andrews Anglican Church at 10am. Officiating will be Rev’d Chitan Darling, assisted by Other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow at St. Andrews Church Cemetery, George Town. Shirley Marshall is preceded in death by: Livingston Marshall (Spouse), Pamela Marshall-Adderley, (Daughter) John Marshall (Son). Cherish, fond and lasting memories will linger in the hearts of her family and friends, Children: Juanita (Pastor Kendal McKenzie) Patricia Munroe, Delglicia Smith, Sandra Marshall, Dr. Livingston Marshall. Adopted Daughter and Devoted Care-Giver: Qudion Sweeney; Grandchildren: Octavia Ferguson (Ken) Terrell Johnson (Renata) Nadia Pinder, Omar and Oran Munroe, Tristan and Levon Adderley, Ayana Smith, Nameka Forbes, Lauren Marshall, Ivana Marshall, James Marshall. Great Grand Children: Voushaun Bullard, Rohajae Pinder, Nalquez Pinder, Anaiya Smith, Aalayah Rolle, Tyrell, Terez and Tyrion Johnson, Ti’Nyla Adderley. Siblings: Ethel Lee Lockhart, Sylvia Sands. Sisters-in-law: Irene Strachan and Joycelyn Marshall. Brother-in-Law: Milton Strachan. Nieces: Doctor Paulette Stuart, Renee (Oral) Rahming, Paulette Lockhart, Rochelle Rahming, Delores Johnson, Michelle (Ernest) Miller, Natasha Saunders, Monique Sands, Marilyn (Vernon) Farquharson, Bernadette Weech, Keva Campbell, Camille (Clinton) Moss, Philippa Marshall, Natasha Strachan, Sonia, Rochelle, Regina Marshall, Christine Dean, Sabrina Fowler. Nephews: Keith Lockhart, Dexter and Demetrius Sands, Anthony (Jackie) and Kennard Johnson, Julian (Kayla) and Brian Marshall, Dwaine (Jandalee) Brent and Kenvin Strachan, Carl, Darrel and Darron Marshall. Care-Giver: Remilda (Mel) Raymond. Special Friends: Creola Taylor, Dale Ferguson-Joseph. Other Relatives and Friends: Sherinn Munnings, Marjorie Saunders, Jestina Rolle, Paulette Taylor, Anniemae Gelin, Reagan Marshall, Nyoka Davis, Michelle Marshall, Renee Styles, Donnalee King-Percentie, Karen Dames, Sophia Smith, June Rolle, Naaman Forbes, Levi Adderley, Margaret and Gabrielle Styles, Harcourt and Daejaun Stachan, Barbara Bethel and Family, Lorraine Minns, Dianne Polly, Patrick and Constance Bethel, Charlene Cambridge and Family, Beverly McPhee and Family, Sandra Smith and Family, Mary Dames and Family, Marion Bowe and Family, Angela Bethel and Family, Etoy Bethel and Family, The Family of the late Remilda Gray, The Family of the late Veronica Bethel, The Munroe, Moxey, Maycock Families from Ragged Island, Honorable
Fred Mitchell, Consul General Anthony Moss and Family, The Rev’d. Chitan Darling, Clergy, Vestry and Members of St. Andrew’s Anglican Parish, St. Margaret Church Harts, Rhema Kingdom Ministries, Archdeacon Dwight Rolle, Deacon Anatol Ferguson, Canon Stephen Davies, Fr. Cameron Saunders, Clergy and Members of Christ the King Anglican Church Ridgeland Park West, The Rev’d. Dr. Ethan Ferguson, Archdeacon Keith Cartwright, Archdeacon Kingsley Knowles, The Rev’d. Fr. Walcot Bain, The Rev’d. Paulette Cartwright, Mt. Royal Lodge #20, Naomi Chapter #3, Bakers Bay Family, New Providence Community Church, Management and Staff Shop Rite, Staff of the Exuma Health Care Centre. If we missed your name, it is certainly not intentional, please accept our apologies. The body will repose at the church on Friday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am until service time.
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MARION KELLY, 95
formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, died in Palm Bay, Florida on Friday, December 20th, 2024. She is survived by her, Children: Eulond Kelly, Edmond, Roderick, Stephanie, Ted, Perry, Lenroy, Diana, Shantell Bowleg, Virgil, Jacklyn, and Prenell, 34 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren. Sister: Pastor Madline Mackey; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Curtis Memorial Mortuary and will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notice For REV. WELLINGTON KIRKLYN WALLACE, 70
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Death Notice For CHARLES MACKEY, 81
of Nicolls Town, North Andros, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, 26th December, 2024. He is survived by his, Wife: Linda Wallace; Sons: Javar Miller (Wallace), Eric Roberts; Daughters: Chasity Turnquest, Kimra Wallace-Lawson, Tanya Evans, Royann Rolle and Catherine Wallace; Brothers: Errol Miller, Alfred, and David Wallace Leslie, and Matelyn Thompson, Drexel, Mervin, Larry, Barry, Joe Rahming, Michael and Lorn Wandell and Dean Oscarson; Sisters: Vernamae Wallace, Ismae Sands, Min. Coral Edward’s and Deaconess Sylvia Strachan. Numerous grand children, nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends including Rev. Dr. Garneth Campbell and The New Community Baptist Church family. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Curtis Memorial Mortuary and will be announced at a later date.
a resident of Spring Point, Acklins, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, 27th December, 2024. He is survived by his, wife: Naomi Mackey; children: Monique Mackey-Miller, Denise Rolle, Deidre Bethel, Kimberly Arnette and Ian Mackey; Stepchildren: Thomas, Milton, Stafford, Leslie, Lionel, Ellis Hanna, Vernetha Curry and Evelyn Fowler; sister: Paulette Mackey; brothers: Vincent (Ace) Ferguson, Jim and Carl Mackey; numerous grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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The Bullard Family announces the passing of their
The Murray Family announces the passing of
Patriarch Reverend Henry Bullard, 90
of Buttonwood and Cedar Way, Pinewood Gardens and formerly of Black Point, South Andros who died on Thursday, December 26th, 2024 in the Princess Margaret Hospital.
Ms. Tiffany Younique, 37
of Atlanta, Georgia who died on Saturday, December 21st, 2024 in the Princess Margaret Hospital.
She will be lovingly remembered by her Parents: Sharmaine and Terrance Sands, and Ashland Murray Remembering his life and legacy are his Children: Lieutenant Commander Elvis Bullard and Elaine Bullard, Robert and Deacon Sharon Bullard-Newman, Minister Lawrence and Evangelist Lillian Bullard-Lloyd, Pastor Howard and Minster Clarise Bullard, Alvin and Minister Keĺly-Bullard, Lynette Bullard, Elgin and Kaywana Rahming and Vanria Bullard. His Grandchildren: Able Mechanic Elvis Bullard Jr., Marine Mechanic Elvardo Bullard, Miguel and Matthias Bullard, Ashanti Newman-Charlton (Nardo), Able Seaman Shadae Lloyd, Sasha, Danielle and Nathan Bullard, Clifton Jr. (Jewel), Vashti, Avanti and Michael Bullard, Alshanto, Geo and Carmelo Bullard, Kavaughn and Ethan Rahming and Jamiah Ferguson. Great Grandchildren: Zaiyinique and Zaiyiniqua Charlton, Hope and Austin Bullard, Chloe-Jasmine Bullard. Siblings: Pastor Catherine Bullard-Roker and Robert Bullard. A host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clarke’s Funeral Home and Crematorium and will be announced at a later date.
Sisters: T’ Keyah Sands, Letesa Kemp, Ashanti Papageorge, and Rihanna Francis Brothers: Touren Sands, Ashland Murray Jr., Terran and Theron Murray. Nieces: Aaliyah Gibson, Ashrielle Murray, Breanna, Breyteisha and Breynice Kemp, and Anthonece Papageorge. Nephews: Tykrie Gibson, Breck and Breylynn Kemp, and Asher Murray. Aunts: Debbie Hall, Sharon Francis, Christine Gibson, Denise Gibson, Sherry Murray-Francis, Christine Murray, and Denise Murray. Uncles: Dave Poitier, Bradley Lightbourne, Keno Williams, George, Shawn, Stephen Trevor, Kenny and Georgie Murray. And a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clarke’s Funeral Home & Crematorium and will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notice For The Sweeting Family announces the passing of
Ms. Marion Blanche Sweeting, 61 of #8 Sandilands Village Road who died on Tuesday, December 23rd, 2024 in the Princess Margaret Hospital.
Sean D. Pratt L.F.D&E, C.E.O
Death Notice for LEOLA PEGGY SMITH DELVA, 58
She will be lovingly remembered by her Children: Crystal Saunders, Ian, and Shalanda Rolle. Her Grandchildren: Sasha Rahming, Trinity Saunders and Suraj Rolle. Her Son-in-law: Michael Rolle Her Sisters: Gena Sweeting, Sandra Brice, Sharon and Yvette Sweeting, Karen Panton, and Dione Pratt. Her Brothers: Demetrius and Glen Pratt. Aunts: Miriam and Frianca Rolle, Barbara Rodgers, Blanche Timothy and Joycelyn Cartwright. And a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clarke’s Funeral Home & Crematorium and will be announced at a later date.
Of Bel Air Estates, Nassau, Bahamas, passed away at her residence on Sunday, December 29th, 2024. She is pre-deceased by her parents: Gloria and Cleveland Smith. She is survived by her, Daughters: Italia Smith and Kizzia Kelva; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Services For Marcus Charles Braynen, 60 affectionately called “Garvey” a resident of Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence, The Bahamas will be held at Shirley Heights Gospel, Mt. Royal Avenue, New Providence, The Bahamas on Saturday, January 4th, 2025 at 11:00am. Officiating Bro. Steven Key and he will be assisted By Bro. James Ricardo Wallace. Cremation will follow. He was Pre-deceased by his parents Fredrick ‘Don” and Cleora Braynen; nieces: Tamica and Mia Sturrup. Left to cherish fond memories of Marcus are his brothers: Donnie, Chuck, and Perry Braynen Sr.; sisters: Linda BraynenHiggs, Joyann Braynen, and Kim Braynen-Woodside; aunts: Dancy Moss, Dorothy Fredric of Pembroke Pines Florida, Angela Kelly, Louise Kelly and Jane Lord of Freeport, Grand Bahama and Myna Gaitor of Canada; uncles: Rev. Fredrick Kelly, Frank Kelly of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Harrison Barry of the Bluff, Eleauthera, Nelson Lord and Philip Gaitor Gaitor of Canada; niece: Lindira Cleare; nephews: Perry Braynen Jr. and Kelson Braynen, Devin Culmer, and Ashton Woodside; grandnephews: Videl Forbes, Anfernee Duncombe, Shanndorah Sturrup, Ricardo Moss Jr., Ciro Lowe, Jamel Carey Jr. and Chase; grandniece: Crystal, Sha’mia Haven Sturrup, Tiarah, Zariah and Sydney Moss; great grand nices and nephews: Arya Moss, Sha’Khai, Sha’Nyah and Hailey Sturrup; 42 cousins including: Oscar and Sonia Saunders, Anthony and Patrice Saunders, Cyril and Janine Saunders of Texas, Chery and Ennie Haven, Alvin, Fredrick Jr., Deborah Moss, Carolyn and Nick Hepburn, Cora Ferguson, Cathy and Mario Nelly, Cynthia Walker of Fort Lauderdale, Ceila and Giovanni Imlach of the Bluff, Eleuthera Alton, Sheldon and Magistrate Kendra Kelly, Arlington Kelly of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Tera and Kenny Fernander, Crystal and Toya Lord, Donald Fredric of Pembroke Pines Florida, Clay Miller, Philip Micklewhite and Devon Frazier, Valentino and Krizza Williams and Jayden Mcdonald of the Bluff Eleuthera; brothers and sister-in-law: Samuel Higgs, Shola Woodside, and Kelly Braynen; other relatives and friends: Bro. Mark Lacey, Don Hunt and Family, Justina Mcphee and Family, Dee Munroe, Gladys Young, Dennis Knowles and Family, Derek Cleare and Family, Sterling Moss, Johnathan and the residents at the Haven, The d’Albeans Agency Family, Bro Steven Key and the Shiley Hights Gospel Family, Shanndorah Sturrup Sr. Wilson Kelly and Family, Jamal Carey, Kenny and Sandra Darling, Hubert and Viola Lightboune, Linda Duncombe, The Children and Grandchildren of the Late Maria Carey, Christopher Clarke and The 21st Centrey Family, Mr. Gregory Miller and the Apex Underground Construction Family Dr. Wintson C. Rolle
and The I.B.P.O of Elks Family, Ruth Ch #7 and The P.O.P Family, The Fort Fincastle, Hawkins Hill, and Shirley Street community. Viewing be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary,#244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence, The Bahamas on Friday, 3rd January, 2025 from 10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, 4th January, 2025 from 10:00 a.m until service time.
Kischnell Nivado Edgecombe, 44 a resident of Laurel Street, Pinewood Gardens will be held at Lively Stone Church of God Knowles Drive, Tonique Williams-Darling Highway, New Providence, The Bahamas on Saturday, 4th January, 2025. Interment will follow in the Old Trail Cemetery, Old Trail and Abundant Life Roads, New Providence, The Bahamas . Left to cherish his memories are his mother: Victoria Fox; brother: Sidney Fox; sisters: Sophia Laing and Monique Edgecombe; uncles: Stanford Ferguson, Joey & Jimmy Knowles; aunts: Eloise Ferguson, Marilyn Johnson, Barbara, Nita, Linda, Terry & Pat Knowles; nephews: Sage Fox; nieces: Colincia Laing, Kendera Farrington, Sanaya, Sidte’vaney & Syndy Fox; grandnieces: Colissa McKinney & Tania Burrows; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Frederick & Priscilla Armbrister and family, Joann Brown and family, Wright and family, Nita & Greg Morley and family, Joanna Curry and family, Kimsley Ferguson and family, Darling family, Sherman family, Margo Shop Family, “Bump” Rolle and family, Lynden “Porky” French and family, Reckley family, Kathy and family, Telietha Strachan and family, Marcian Swaby and family, Rashad Seymour and family, Antonio Gibson and family, Venzano Major and family, Michaela Munnings and family, John & Janet Kelly and family, Shantell Newbold and family, Patrick Newman and family, Tasha Johnson and family, Steven Forbes and family, Shawn Rose and family, Theresa Smith and family, Anastacia Moss and family,The Evans Family of Miami, Florida, Mount Tabor Church, Pine Gardens Ministries, Apostle Joshua Ezeugo and the members of Kingdom Ambassador World Outreach, Pastor Angela Pratt and the members of Lively Stone Church of God, The Crusaders Junkanoo Group, the Laurel Street family and the entire Pinewood Gardens community. Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence, The Bahamas on Friday, 3rd January, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, 4th January, 2025 from 10:00 a.m until service time.
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Death Notices For Elder Samuel Nelson Gray, 96
Anne Rose Francis, 92
Arnette Pearlymae Minnis, 64
a resident of Hill Street, Seven Hills Subdivision died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, 25th December, 2024.
a resident of East Street, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of St Louis- Du- Nord, Haiti died at her residence on Saturday, 28th December, 2024.
a resident of Palm Beach Street, New Providence, The Bahamas died at her residence on Sunday, 29th December, 2024.
He is survived by his wife: Mary Jane Gray; 5 sons: Charles, Jeffrey, Mario, Ricardo (Melvern), Samuel Nelson Jr. Gray; 2 daughters: Nadine Hope, Marvalee Coakley; 2 step sons: Dan, Dwayne (Latonia) Taylor; 1 brother: Harold Gray (Ednola); 3 sisters: Viola Gray, Patsy Thurston, Emmerine Gray; 31 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; and a host of numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
She is survived by her son: Charle Francois; daughter: Jetta Francis; brother: Occilien Francois; grandchildren: Quincy Francois, Mohamed Zidor, Melissa Francois, Lorrie Francois, Jazmine Francois and Marvin Francois; great grandchildren: Qurhyi Francis, Quintrell Francis, Mohamed Zidor Jr. and Romain Smith; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
She is survived by her 3 sons: Carlton Turner, Cory Thompson and Clever Thompson; 2 daughters: Claudine Turner-Major and Terricia Minnis; 3 grandchildren: Isaiah Green Carlise Turner and Terell Davis; 5 brothers: Rodney, Michael, Clinton, James Minnis and Leonard Brown; 2 sisters: Sherry and Rochelle Minnis; fiance: Lynden Cox; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time. Funeral arrangements being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for DEREK AMBROSE BOWLEG, 72
of Swordfish Road and formerly of Sunlight Village off East Street will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 8th January, 2025 at St. Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou Hill Road. Officiating will be Archdeacon Keith Cartwright assisted by other members of the clergy. Interment will follow in St. Agnes Church Cemetery, Nassau Street. Derek is preceded in death by his parents: Clement and Rowena Bowleg and siblings, Winston, Hugh, Beryl Seymour, Earle, Fr. E. Etienne, and Leslie. Left to cherish his life testimony and memories are his: Loving wife Fern (née Turnquest) of 24 years; Sisters: Coral “Phil” Bonamy, Thelma Rolle, Stephanie Bowleg-McKenzie; Sisters-in-law: Cheryl Bowleg and Paula Bowleg, Nicoya Parkinson, Paige Campbell, Kim Conner, Carla Turnquest, Shamara Turnquest; Stepsons: Roberto (Latia) Springer and Rawle (Duranda) Springer; grandchildren Taylah and Trayce Springer; Brothers- in-law: Dr. Michael Parkinson, James Campbell, Michael Turnquest, Robert Turnquest; Nieces and their Spouses: Constance, Dr. Chanti, and Brigitta Seymour, Lesley (Ryan) Rahming, Patrice (William) Hall, Toni (DeCarlo) McPhee, Cherise (Christopher) Adgar, Dr. Simone (Jhomo) Graham, Sophie (Costas) Kapaousouzoglou, Kimberley and Anita Bowleg; Nephews and their Spouses: Kenneth, Steven, and Hans Seymour, Kevin (Tamika), Marcian, Mario (Dr. Lancia), Michael, Etienne II and Anton (Zoe) Bowleg, Marlon Bonamy, Crispin Rolle, Alton (Dr. Carlyne); Grandnieces: Jeané Swann and Shonell (Jamal) Mortimer; Jasmine Seymour; Benyanique, Kendranique, Makeda, and Kenya Seymour; Kevon and Kiane Bowleg; Anaiah and Amira Bowleg; Zuri Nixon and Lashae Sampson; Amayah Bowleg; A’mari and Milah Bowleg; Ryan-Simone Rahming, Racquel Hall, Micah Graham, Casmine McKenzie, Haris
Kapaousouzoglou; Grandnephews: Rico (Senator Maxine); Miguel Swann, Joshua Seymour; Clement, Kenneth, and Judah Seymour; Dylan McPhee; Ethan Hall; Alexander; Malachi Graham; Daniel and Jonathan Adgar; Hugh and Aamari Bowleg; Kymani Symonette; Lavan Sampson; Numerous Great-Grandnieces and Great-Grand nephews including: Omar Adderley, Alexander, Rica, Renae, and Rachel Seymour, Jamarri and Saniya Mortimer; Other Relatives: Arthur and Ellis Peet, and Sylvia Russell; Wilemena Grant and Ethel Brown; Rosalie Minus, Clyde, Charles and Hilda Bowleg and families; Hilton Bowleg and family; The Descendants of Pearl Cox; The family of Zoe Galanis; and The family of Florence Higgs; Dr. Percival McNeil and family; Bishop Laish Boyd and family; and the McNeil, Pickstock and extended Bowleg Family of Nicholl’s Town, Andros. Octavia Johnson and Gladys Sands and families; Ruth Outten, Paul King, and Dora Bethel and families; John King and family; Bradley King, Vanria Davis, Ernestine King, Dorothy Miller, Brenda King Bruno-Gaston, and Sandra Storr and families. Bernadette Johnson and family; the descendants of Alfred King; Michelle Adderley and family. The descendants of Firstina Hepburn; the descendants of Osbourne, Garnett, Harlod King, and Husein King. The descendants of Della Wilson. The family of James and Doreen Campbell. Ralph Wood and family. Henry Dean and family. Tommy Turnquest and family. The Moncur, King and Hepburn Families. Numerous godchildren; Numerous aunts and uncle in laws including: Dame Ivy Dumont, Anna Cooper, Lisa Roberts, Gretchen (Carlton) Jones, Chester Turnquest, Berkley (Jennifer) Turnquest, Dudley (Althea) Turnquest, Fronia Turnquest, Kenneth (Ida) Turnquest, Philip (Zetta) Sands, and numerous cousins in law; Other friends: St. Agnes Anglican Church, The Parish Church of the Most Holy Trinity, The Church of the Nativity, The Kiwanis Club A.M branch and the extended Kiwanin Community, St. John’s College alumni (Class of 1971), the Lunch Bunch, the Stapledon Backyard Farming Group, Stapledon Crime Watch Group, The Free National Movement Mount Moriah Branch, Most Qualify and later STING Junkanoo Group, the management and staff of BowlegMcKenzie and Associates, the residents of Sunlight Village and the greater insurance community of the Bahamas. Special thanks to: Dr. Gertrude Holder; Dr. Charles Rahming; the doctors & nurses of the Princess Margaret Hospital. May His Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Tuesday, 7th January 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. THERE WILL BE NO VIEWNG AT THE CHURCH.
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Funeral Service for LEVONNE CALVIN MOXEY, 100
of Bain Street and formerly of Palm Avenue and Duncan Town, Ragged Island will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, 4th January, 2025 at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, West Hill Street. Officiating will be Fr. Glen Nixon, assisted by other members of the clergy. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. Levonne is preceded in death by his wife of almost 40 years Juanita Jestina; children: Everette, Drexel, Magnolia and Victor “Sonny” Moxey; parents: Clarence and Mildred Moxey née Lockhart; siblings: Loxley Moxey, Oraline Butler, Joyce Taylor and Gloria Knowles. Left to cherish fond memories of Levonne are his, Children: Colleen Nottage, Cyprianna Joy Stuart, Daile Wainwright (Devon Sr.), L. Edgar (Remelda) and Calvin Moxey Sr., Marva Patton (Rev. Gladstone Jr.), Dominique Corey Moxey, Brenda Knowles, Yvonne Taylor (David), Karen, Arnette and Dwain Moxey (Karen), Staria Ortiz, Iva Rolle, Maverick Sr. (Lakisha), Charles (Shelia), Andre Sr. (Lillian) and Levonne Ricky Sr. (Nequita) Moxey; Grandchildren: Theodore (Felicia) Nottage II, Theorelle (Brando) Stubbs, Theominique Nottage, Jervaisian, Gregory II (Sharda) and Chantalle Precious Stuart, Devorelle and Devon Jr. Wainwright, Le’Juan Moxey, Jermon (Kendia), Blondesha, Calvin Jr. Moxey, Gladstone III (Donette) Marvardo (Crystal), Glateisha and Markahl Patton, Juanita (Reginald) Baptiste, La’Varius Hudson, Dominique Moxey Jr., Venieve (Shan) Moxey, Emile Humes, Roslyn and Rostin Elliot, Brenric (Nathalie) and Byron (Rachael) Knowles, La’Vonne (Roskeino) Neely, Vania Lees, Chellico (Denique) Moxey, Anastacia, Carla and Brenda Green, Eukinari GreenHanna (Angelo), Davine Whylly, Dwanye’l (Cynette) Archer, Dwanya Farquharson, Lauren (Marco) Munnings, Kadren Carey (Richard), Dedrie, D’Enda and Dion Moxey Sr., Starnicea Dean, Coshanka and
Coshanna Moxey, Linda Moxey, Lorraine Smith, Evan, Nathan, Tkaya and Ian Moxey, Erin Gray, Reko (Lydia), Amanda, Brenay, Maverick Jr. and Jamie Moxey, Nathan Scavella, Micheal Taylor (Bianca), Ashley (Kayla), André Jr. and Antwan Moxey Johnathan Sweeting, Marquella, Jessica and Andrenique Moxey, Recaya Missick, Breanna Gibson and Darsell Bain-Rigby (Elkanah), Shakeila Sims (Jamal), Jonathan Moxey, Levonne D, Levonntay, Levonnya, Levonntia, Levonne Jr., Levonndre, and Levonnae Moxey; 117 great grandchildren, 24 greatgreat grandchildren, his only sibling: Elaine Moxey-Major; Daughtersin-law: Muriel and Nicey Moxey; Nieces and nephews: Florinda Pintard, Cynthia Hall, Ronald Major, Mildred Pickstock, Sandra Williams, Patricia Bethel, Lorretta Parris, Beverley Gibson, Edward Knowles, Linda Malcolm, Angela Mosley, Lonna Munroe, Alma Griffin, Lester and Edward Taylor, Janith Mullings, Lionel Butler, Ernestine Stubbs, Marina McClain, Virginia Agnes, Constance Evans, Selina Mack, Donna, Ricardo, Anthony, Kevin, Ciera, Haymish, Veronique, Clarence, Katrina and Lashell Moxey; Cousins including: Valerie Handy, Gill Maycock, Phil Cooper, Cecil and Bursil Wallace, Oralee Lumpkin, Tyrone, Hon. Leslie, Don, Rudolph, and Terry Miller, Rev. Sabrina Pinder, Sybil Dixon, Zoe Powell, Wallis Carey, Stephanie Duncanson, Edward and Milford Lockhart, Ruth Donaldson, Paula, Shirley Saunders, Kennon, Etienne, James, Tyrone, Calvese Rolle, Capt. Boycel, Charles, Raphael and Bertram Moxey; Sisters and brotherin-law: Paula Sweeting, Beverley and Cedric Farquharson; numerous other relatives and friends including: The descendants of his grand parents: Edgar Osborne and Rebecca Moxey (née Maycock) and Granville and Mazorian Lockhart (née Munroe) formerly of Duncan Town Ragged Island; the families of his deceased aunts and uncles: Lillian Maycock, Margarita Wallace, Minerva Cooper, Sybil Miller, Calvin, Edward, Victor, Haddon and Oris Lockhart, Alexis and Cyril Joffre, Elvira Adderley, Uriah, James, Hezekiah and Gladstone Moxey, The Sweeting and Farquharson families, Amanda Adderley, Maurice Clarke, Occonell Gordon, Nathnyell Sampson, Tshell Sampson, Lakeishnell Sampson; Neighbors from Bain Street, Palm Avenue and Peter Street East, former colleagues from The Ministry of Works, The Ministry of Housing, Lodge St. Anne’s 1751, the entire Ragged Island Community; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Pa Mox will be lovingly remembered as we cherish his legacy and memories forever. We apologize if we have inadvertently left out any family or friends. May His Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44 Nassau Street on Friday, 3rd January, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday, 4th January 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Services for JOSEPH HERBERT CUMBERBATCH, 85 of Carmichael Road will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday 4th January 2025 at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Baillou Hill and Wulff Roads. Officiating will be Fr. Roderick Bain, assisted by other members of the clergy. Cremation will follow. Left to cherish fond memories of Jospeh are his Children: Stephen and Veronica Cumberbatch, Jeffery and Juliet Cooper, Julian and Antoinette Cumberbatch, and Joan and Lionel Dobson; Grandchildren: Juliann & Delton Rolle, Joanado, Lauren, Jessica, Juan, Joshua, Joel & Jaada Cumberbatch, Jáyde & Wanterro Miller, Jordan Cooper; Sisters: Dorothy Miller, Claudia Knowles, Gina Huyler, and Katie; Brothers: Kenneth & Samuel Cumberbatch; In-Laws: Craig Miller, William Knowles, Dr. Philip Huyler, Teresa, Thelma, Judith, Jerry and Sybeline Cumberbatch, Dr. Earl Brown, Althea and Joan Bowe, Dr. Cleopatra Rolle, Jewel Curry, Coralee Thomas, Dorothea Solomon and Dr. Ann Bowe-Brown; A host of nieces & nephews: The Musgroves, Carters, Parris, Pinders, Currys, Rahmings, Alburys, Thomas, Huylers, Knowles, Sargents, Bethells, Cumberbatchs, Brown, Millers, Barrons, Heasties, Dillets & Wallace; Extended Family: Lorraine Henderson & Delores Pinder, Prince & Sandy Wallace & Family, Sylvia Bledsoe Warren Alliston, Chicago, Storr & Family, Frederick Jackson, Dorothy Bethel-Collins, Sybil Deveaux, Bishop Robert Patton & Rev. Emerson Patton; Friends: Eulease & Michael Munroe & Family, Willamae Turnquest & Family, Jensil, Aisha Watkins & Family, Maria Ferguson, Esther Winder & Family, Helena Alleyne-Taylor & Family, Mavis Williamson, Emerald Cooper & Family, Myrle Briscoe, Ruth Charlton, Val & David Culmer & Family, Alice Josey & Family, Carol Sturrup and Family, The Beckford Family, Brian Rose & Family, and The Zion South Beach Family & Ministries and the entire South Beach Community; Special Thanks: Antoinette Bonaby, Dr. Robin Roberts, Dr. Pinto, Dr. HolderHamilton, Dr. Mauro Rodriquez and the Staff of Flamingo Gardens Clinic, Dr.Emmanuel Joseph, Dr. Christa Wells, Dr. Racquel Davis, Dr. Burrows, Nursing Officer Valencia Rolle, and Nurse Inderia JacksonGreen RN at Accident and Emergency Department and Trama Room and Dr. Rochelle Williams. May His Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 3rd January 2025 from
9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 4th January 2025 from 1:00 p.m. until service time.
KERMIT MARCEL HUTCHESON, 86 of Detroit, Michigan and formerly of Eleuthera, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 4th January 2025 at Salvation Army Church, North Palmetto Point, Eleuthera. Officiating will be Major Vernitta Hepburn assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Margaret View Cemetery, North Palmetto Point, Eleuthera. Kermit is preceded in death by his wife of 20 years: Nettie Lee Hutcheson; daughter: Desiree Moxey of Rock Sound, Eleuthera; parents: Richard and Ruth Hutcheson; sisters: Sybil Newton, Winifred Pedican & Elsie Neely and Ruth Hutcheson; brothers: Alfred and Eldon; Left with fond and loving memories are his Brother: Erskine Hutcheson; Adopted Sister: Lois Mckellar; Adopted Son: Ekwensi Hutcheson; Adopted Daughter: Davette Stubbs; Nieces & Nephews: Alfred & Pearline Hart, Hawett & Carol Ingraham, Minister Patricia & Danny Strachan, Henrietta Turnquest, Sandra Newton, Iva Cooper, Valderie & Harcourt Cooper, Ruth & Addington Cox, Catherine & Edouard Louigunue, Racquel & Andy Albury, Ezekiel and Marvin Neely, Erris & Sosharona Hutcheson, Elsie Knowles, Winnie & Patrick Thompson, Egia & Typhus Collie, Barbara Pedican, Margaret & Adrian Parks, lona & David Stubbs, Madlyn & Rev’d. Henderson Kelly, Richard & Surbrena Pedican, Wendell & Linda Pedican; Other relatives and friends including: Torrin Mckellar; Bruce Wesley and family, Pamela Maddison & Family, Helen Andrews and family, Donald Sanders &Family; Mr. Parker, Bishop Jessie Rose. May His Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at the Salvation Army, North Palmetto Point, Eleuthera on Thursday 2nd January 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on Friday 3rd January 2025 at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Service for ROSEMARY SAUNDERS, 95
of McKinney Avenue, Stapledon Gardens will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday 3rd January 2025 at The Most Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Trinity Way, Stapledon Gardens. Officiating will be Fr. Deangelo Bowe assisted by other members of the clergy. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road. Rosemary is preceded in death by her Husband: Ransford W. Saunders; daughter: Etoile B. Saunders; Son: Marcelles Saunders; Sisters: Geneva Dames, Ethlyn Rolle, Eloise Colebrooke, Gloria Pinder, Stella Major and Ernestine Knowles; Brothers: Cleveland Rolle, Livingston Rolle, Norman Rolle and Livingston Munroe. Left to cherish fond memories of Rosemary are her daughters: Denise Sands, Dr. Kreimild Saunders, Farrah Saunders and Dr. Nina SaundersGraham; Daughter-in-law: Judith Saunders; Grandchildren: Nero Sands, Peter (Saphire) Deveaux-Isaacs Jr., Gabrielle Saunders, Israel Graham and Celestia Saunders; Great Grandchild: Peter Deveaux-Isaacs III; Brother: Ernest Munroe; Sisters-in-law: Gail Munroe, Jean Munroe and Inez Jones; Nieces: Brenda Saunders, Barbara Burrows, Judy Cooper, Ramona Demeritte, Lavern Culmer of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Willamae Rolle, Tondeleah Maxine Minns, Eulamae Nixon, Clarice Rolle, Beverley (Anthony) Lightbourne, Sharon (Dudley) Collie, Olga Rolle, Dorothy (Rufus) Swann, Samantha Crenshaw and Nicole (Jacques) Munroe-Jacyinthe of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Dionne (Gary) Stubbs of Atlanta, Georgia, Vanessa Knowles of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Kim (Dwayne) Kemp, Valderine Watkins, Christine Robinson, Sandra Smith, Monique Vanderpool of Atlanta, Georgia, and Cheryl Bazard; Nephews: Eric Rolle, Austin and Livingston Rolle Jr. of Exuma, Alfred Rolle, Norman Rolle of West End, Grand, Bahama, Bernard (Angela) Rolle of Exuma, Howard (Michelle) Rolle of Baltimore, Maryland, Cephas Jr (Carolyn) Rolle, Henry of Atlanta, Georgia, Kenneth Sr. Lawrance Jr. and Leroy Sr. Major, Vaughn Munroe, Barry (Theresa) Pinder, Charles (Jackie) Munroe of Atlanta, Georgia, Troy Munroe of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Darin Knowles of Atlanta, Georgia, Julian (Christa) Thompson
of Columbus, Ohio; A host of other relatives and friends including: Joyann Edgecombe of Chicago, Illinois, Charmaine Williams, Necole Saunders-Gardiner, Sheena Butler, Tamika Greene, Ullin Saunders III, Charles Saunders II of Miami, Florida, Troy Saunders, Charlton Saunders, Lisa Saunders, Gigi Davis, Dave Saunders of South Caicos, TCI, Shelly Saunders of Tampa, Florida, Ivy Saunders-McNeil of Durham, South Carolina, Oliver Saunders Jr. of Belle Glade, Florida, Derrick Saunders of Tampa, Florida, Markell Saunders of College Park, Maryland, Franklin Seymour of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Gertrude Saunders of Freeport, Leathe-Kaye Phillips of Providenciales, TCI, Quinton Phillips of South Caicos, TCI, Charles Seymour of Freeport, Leathe Williams of Freeport, Randol Seymour of Inagua, Dr. Selwyn Seymour of London, England, Pazia Bowe, Kirmild Seymour, Michelle Gilbert, Ardis Ford, Dominique Seymour of Inagua, Drexel Forbes of San Antonio, Texas, Livina Dunkley of Delray Beach, Florida, Sandy Edwards of Welington, Florida, Orlando Forbes of Belle Glade, Florida, Tiffany Saunders, Clayton Jones of Miami, Florida, Ransford Jones of West Palm Beach, Florida, Monique Moore, Lyndette Curtis, Rhonda Moore of Freeport, Ullin Rigby of Richmond, Virginia, and Dr. Diahann Marshall of College Station, Texas. Dr. Howard Mills and family, Dr. Marcia BassettSands and Family, William Clare of TCI, Norman Saunders of TCI, Dan Malcolm and Family of TCI, Joan Saunders, and Beatrice Saunders, Management and Staff of Sun Oil Ltd, Management and Staff of Shell West Bay, Management and Staff of Femina and Family Medicine Center, Members of the Church of the Most Holy Trinity including Rev’d Fr. DeAngelo Bowe and the Senior Choir, Cassandra Cooper and Family, Merlease Bethel, Yvonne Benjamin, Peggy Knowles, Deborah Johnson and Family, Camille Deleveaux and Family, Fr. Mark Fox, Fr. Roderick Bain, Fr. James Palacious, Patricia Burke and Family, Visna Bowe-Mackey and Family, Stephanie Varence and Family, Sylvia Moxey and Family, the Poitier Family, Neil Wright and Family, Eugene Robinson and Family, Bridgette Ferguson & Family, Letitia Curry and family, Florinda Mackey & Family, Stephanie and Blythe Duncanson of TCI, Sheena and Patrick Hanlan, The Major Family, the extended Rolle Family, Gina Clarke and family, Dr. Sharon Thompson and Family, Dr. Munir Rashad and Family, Allison Maynard Gibson & Family, the Thompson Family, Eleanor and Elaine Butler and Family, Monica Moss and Family, Jeanne Gomez and Family, Dorilyn Nixon and Family, Helaena Dean and Family, extended Saunders Family, Dr. Tracy Halkitis and Family, the Hanna Family, Ms. Lisa Tucker, Ms. Jasmine Storr, Ms. Ione Hepburn, Madge Munroe and Family, Tommy Turnquest and Family, Dr. Duane Sands, Dr. Graham Cates, Dr. Tonya Roker, Dr. Dawn Hermanns and Rolalyn Aguilar Bajade (Ann), her loving caretaker and the staff of Doctor’s Hospital; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. May Her Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44 Nassau Street on Thursday 2nd January 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 3rd January 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Service for LORRAINE JANE CLARKE née BAIN, 72 of Charleston St. Ridgeland Park will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday 4th January 2025 at New Light Ministry Church, Faith Avenue South. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Antonio O. Beckford, assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road. Left to cherish her fond memories are her sons: Kendrick Clarke (Tanya), Craig Clarke (Anthea), Michael Miller (Nashan), Kamal Miller; Special Friend: Tyrone Miller; Grandchildren: Tiffany Clarke, Donae Duncombe (Dominic), Janelle Northcut, Donte Miller, Kemuel Clarke, Michael Miller Jr., Kamara Miller, Malik Miller, Makaylah Miller, Micah Miller, Milan Miller, Versailles Miller; Great Grandchild: Ethan Duncombe; Brother: Keith Bain; Aunts: Helen Dean, Arlene Collie; Nieces: Alexis Bain, Nakia Dukes, Elon Bain, Shayla Bain, Shayla Jones; Nephew: Phil Dukes; Grandnieces: Lakayla Lymus, Breanne Bain, Desiree Dawkins, Shantrail Bain, Terill Belvin, Aniya Belvin; Grandnephews: Phillip Bain III, Terrence Florence Jr, Gary Rogers, Arthur Bryant, Phillip Dukes Jr., Pharell Dukes, Noah Dukes; Cousins: Deborah Boodle (Reverand Samuel), Kayla Smith (Wendell) and family, Kirkland Tynes (Ollimae) and family, Michael Tynes, May Tynes (Rolston) and family, Shelia Martin, Erika CollieSmith (Allan), Santonya Taylor, Christa Stubbs, Dominique Collie (Claudette) Jr., Shannon Balfour Sr., Evette Crowe, Angie Tynes and family; Other Relatives and Friends: Kirk, Shawn, Bryan, Tanya (Elmer), and Shavonne Miller, Derek and Nicki Campbell, Jarad, Mrs. Moya, Mrs. Linda, Nicki, Lisa Rolle, Mrs. Rolle and Family, Robert Miller and Family, Leslie Miller and Family, Cherie and Carey and Family, Christina (Prince), Janice, Myrna, Nataki (Reverend Dr. Antonio) and family, Gail, Dominique Nairn and Family, Stephanie Moultrie and family, Leo Quant, Sharee Newbold and family, Deangelo Moultrie, Devado Darling, Donica Young, The Hanna-Heastie-Tynes Family, The AIDS Secretariat and the Ministry of Health family, The Atlantis Family, The Department of Inland Revenue family, the ENT clinic staff of Princess Margeret Hospital; and a host of other relatives and friends. May Her Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 3rd January 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 4th January 2025
from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notices CURTIS BEN NEWBOLD JR., 22 of Sister Maria Rahming Close, Millennium Gardens, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday December 20th, 2024. He is survived by his parents: Curtis Sr. and Vansharee Newbold; sisters: Deandra, Kurshanté, Sharee, Kurissa and Kuvante Newbold; Nephew: Davieon Deveaux; niece: Makayla Miller; aunts: Antoinette Glinton, Shanon Saunders, Joanne and Beneisha Ferguson; uncles: Terrance Saunders, Tony Cash, Alvin Pinder, Nelson, Julius, Marvin and Randell Newbold; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
ERNEST EDWARD MILLER SR., 59 of Dew Gardens Subdivision, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday December 25th, 2024. He is survived by his wife: Michelle Miller; Father: Prince Miller; Mother: Hesterlina Miller; daughter: Ernelle Edwaina Miller; son: Ernest Edward Miller Jr.; sisters: Evangeline McDonald, Ernestine Rahming and Donna Miller; brothers: Prince Miller Jr., Mizell Edwards and Phillip Jules; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for VINCENT DePAUL JUSTIN ROBERTS I, 90
Albury & the Petty/Cash Family, Betty & Terrance Roberts, Tanya Fox, Family of the late Earl Thompson, The extended family of the late Lona Pearl Wells, James Weech & Family, Peter Weech & Family, Family of the late Clarence & Janet Russell, Hilda Moxey & Family, Ethel Davis & Family, Tahurn Thompson & Family, Kendall Marshall & Family, Ruthnell & Autumn Joy Dames and the Dames family, Clint Rowe, Henry Sands, Charlie St. Louis & Family, Delimeme Louis & Family, The Oakes Field Community, The Gibson, Robinson, Robins, Rolle, Saunders, Graham, Sherman, Knowles, Gomez and Outten families; Care Givers: Desma Clarke & Granelda Sands; and a host of other cherished friends and relatives who loved and admired him. In lieu of floral tributes please consider making a donation to the St. Vincent de Paul Society for the Poor c/oThe Roman Catholic Archdiocese. May His Soul Rest In Peace!
of Davis Street, Oakes Field will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday 9th January 2025 at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, West Hill Street. Officiating will Fr. Glen Nixon, assisted by other members of the clergy. Cremation will follow. Left to cherish fond memories of Vincent are his Wife of 62 years, Shirley Roberts and their children: Venentia (Tina) Cambridge (Arthur), Vincent Roberts (Sharlene), Vicente Roberts (Brandly), VeChenda Roberts & Justin Dames; his children: Colin Ross Butler, Ricardo Bethell, Antonious Roberts, Bruno Roberts (Sonja) & Paulette Poitier; Daughter in Love: Anita Roberts; Siblings: Mark Roberts (Pamela) & Antionette Coakley; Grandchildren: Danah (Perez) Weech, Amaris Albury-Allen, Gemma Cambridge, Vivette, Vydalis (Jay) Thompson, Vashty & Vincent Roberts III, Vito Smith, Sanchez Morely, Vanaeha Roberts, Ayla (Chet) Pratt, Alexis, Justin & Savannah Roberts, Bernard & Brayden Poitier, Justin Dames II; Great Grandchildren: Justyce & Judah, Amari & Aayan, Venique, Angel, Vito Jr., Maverick, Marquaveous & Ivyuna, Sanchez Jr. & Shamai and Jy’Aire; Sistersin-Law: Bernadette Wodinsky, Suzy Duncombe, Pamela Roberts, Janice Coakley; Brother-in-Law: Phillip Wallace; Very many Nieces & Nephews, especially those that stayed close to him: Anastacia, Anthony Brendan, Ana Marisa, Mario, Antonia, Antoire, Bernadette, Nina, Bonnie, Angelo & Marcellus Roberts, Charlann, Monteers, Joy, Lee & Lisa, Leanette & Monique, Stacey & Marissa; Godchildren: Constance Gibson, Monique Toppin, Gregory Davis, & Sythela Cambridge; Extended family members and special friends: Larry Demeritte, Gurth Knowles & Dozer Heavy Equipment, Family of the late Molly Davis, Family of the late Captain Ernest & Eula Dean, Marina McCartney & Family, Family of the late Marcus & Jane Bethel, Scott Godet, Msgr. Simeon Roberts and the Roberts family, Fr. Glen Nixon, Fr. Dereveaux King, Deacon Keith Roberts and family, James Smith & Family, Dr. Kevin Simmons & Family, Loretta Butler-Turner, James & Georgina
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Wednesday 8th January 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Thursday 9th January 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice RYAN HORACE SCOTT, 31 of Colony Village Road, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, December 29th, 2024. He is survived by father: Frederick Scott Sr.; mother: Leothia Scott; sisters: Stacy Scott-Escarmest, Fiona Scott-Gould and Samantha Scott-Cartwright; brothers: Frederick Scott Jr. and Raheem Scott; grandparent: Vernita Taylor; aunts: Gwendolyn Taylor-Smith, Coretta and Miriam Scott, Sharese Taylor-Lightbourne, Evelyn Taylor-Brown, Pamella Brown and Eleanor Edgecombe; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for Leon Alphonzo Johnson Jr., 79 Memorial Service for
5:00am and again at the church on Friday from 10:00am until service time.
of Garden View Road off Bernard Road, will be held at Believer’s Gospel Chapel, Prince Charles Drive, on Friday, January 3rd, 2025, at 11:00am. Officiating will be Pastor Roderick Rolle assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive. Janet Thurston.
He is pre-deceased by his Wife: Helen Johnson; Sister:
Elder Chell Mary Williams “Mum”, 70 will be held at International Deliverance Praying Ministry Inc., 2nd Street, Coconut Grove, on Friday, January 3rd, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Officiating will be Bishop Lawrence Rolle, assisted by Other Ministers of The Gospel.
Left to cherish precious memories is his Daughters: Yvette Johnson (Atlanta, GA) and Karla Johnson-Archer; Grandchildren: Tawan Jr. (Atlanta, GA) and Brandon Greene. Great Granddaughters: Halo & Phoenix Yancey. Sons-in-Law: Pierre Johnson (Atlanta, GA) and Everette Archer; Brothers: Wilfred and Harry Tinker. Sisters-in-Law: Lillian Prioleau (Columbia, SC), Ethel Claridge, Mary McCartney, Myrtle McCartney, Delores Mortimer, Jane Clare (Bennettsville, SC), Anne Clare (New Rochelle, NY), Beverley Cleare (Columbia, SC), Rosie Clare. Brothers Village & Parkgate Rd.(New Nassau, Bahamas | Marsh Harbour, Abaco, in Law: Arnold McCartney, Clinton McCartney Sr., #4 Dr. Frederick Clare S. Clare C. Bootle | Exuma Bahamas, Hooper’s Bay Rochelle, NY), Apostle Dr. Henry Cleare (Columbia, SC), Paul andHighway Attorney of Poincianna Avenue, will be held at International Deliverance Praying Ministry (242)Monique, 356-7008 or (242) 356-7009 • Mobile: (242) 565-9758 Clarence Clare. Nieces and Nephews: Leslie Adderley,Office: Jr., Don, Harry Inc., 2nd Street, Coconut Grove, on Sunday, January 5th, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. evergreenmortuary@gmail.com Jr., Christine, Renisha, Yolanda, Angelina, Judy, Shawn, Sam, Brian, Email: and Ronique Tinker, Oscar Prioleau Jr., Karen & Elton Pollock, Sharon & Terry Walker, Linda Officiating will be Bishop Lawrence Rolle, assisted by Other Ministers of The & Clare Claridge, Jvon & Carleze Claridge, Garvin & Mark McCartney, Tonya Gospel. Interment will follow in Ebenezer Methodist Church Cemetery, Shirley Tynes, Portia Clare, Jasmine & Kevin Minot, Christina Clare, Amanda & Nicholas Street. Kramvis, Melanie Cleare, Ryan & Robin Clare, Clinton II & Sophia McCartney, Tracey, Paul Jr., Lanika, & Michael Clare, Darene Hepburn, David Clare Jr., Left to cherish precious memories is her (3) Daughters: Rev. Macarla Rolle, Lesvie & Jamal Archer, Dr. Azaria Clare, Amina, Danielle & Nathania Clare, and Rocsana Williams and Karalee Williams; (2) Sons: Calvin Williams (Deceased) Tiffany Clare. Numerous Grand and Great Grand Nieces & Nephews. A Host of and Henson Deveaux; (1) Son-in-Law: Bishop Lawrence Rolle; (20) Grandother Relatives and Friends including: Thomas & Paula Sands & Family, Brenda children: Deborah (Guion) Nixon, Cpl. 3866 Esther (Patrick) Murray, Cpl. 3694 Percentie & Family, Lillian Moss & Family, Dave Sands & Family, Kenneth & Samuel Rolle, Jacob (Cyddia) Rolle, T.C.O Rebekah (Shield) McMinns, Lydia Gerry Sands & Family, Erma Bowe & Family, Minerva Johnson & Family, Rev. (Cameron) Russell, Johnathan Rolle, Timothy (Tamara) Williams, Chynella Manette Poitier-Cripps & Family, Ida Turnquest & Family, Wendy Poitier-Albury Mackey, Able Seaman William Murphy, Maleka (Kyle) Smith, Petro Curry, Nathan & Family, Spencer Poitier, Lezetta & Roger Newman & Family, Leonard & Williams, Derecia Ingraham, Tiahjanique, Kachea Williams, T’anjanae, Dereano Pamela Sands & Family, Christal & Sherman Culmer & Family, Ruth & John Allington Jr., Allingtonaeja Stubbs and Usher Deveaux; (22) Great-grands; (4) Thompson & Family, Henretta & Spence Bethel & Family, Henry Sands Jr.(Bonzo) Aunts: Louise Rolle (deceased), Eunice White (deceased), Viera (deceased), Melba; Ellen Bethel & Family, Margaret Culmer & Family, Mary Culmer, Edith McClain (4) Uncles: Stanley White (deceased), Felix White (deceased), Whitfield, Ronald; (7) & Family, Sammy Sands, Jr. & Family, Ethel & Myrtle Sands, Virginia & Shirley sisters: Pastor Cyprianna, Nicholette Bethel, Michelle (Benjamin) Bethel, Chynella Simmons, Lolita Moxey, Clyde Seymour, Marie Ingraham & Family, Gladys Cunningham, Esther Edgecombe, Kaie Bethel and Clarice Laing, (1) Brother: Bruce Longley & Family, and all other Sands, Bethel, Poitier & Culmer Family, Blythe & Bethel, (17) Nieces: Eldora James, Judy McFall, Sandra and Monica Simmons, Stephanie Duncanson, Barton Duncanson, Sr., Julian & Jasmine Bain, Patsy & Ophelia Belle, Shantel Gardiner, Stancia (Kino) Lockhart, LaQuaya, LaQuinta Latoya Graham, Deborah Stubbs & Family, Laroma & Dudley Seifert, Vernencha and Megan Bethel, Sherika McKenzie, Racquel Rolle, Jasmine and Ashlie Bethel, Adderley, Lawrence & Lauretta Burris, Terrance Knowles & Family, Sheila Watson Pastor Donna Higgins, Jacki (Thomas) Lewis and Shelly McIntosh; (17) Nephews: & Family, Margaret Lewis & Family, Sanya Johnson, The Garden View Road Adrian Simmons, Cleveland Simmons, Marlo Gardiner, Marvin Belle, Brian Families, and The Believer’s Gospel Chapel Family. Special thanks to: The Staff (Monique) Bethel, Benzel Bethel Sr., Tiwari Taylor, Jordan Wells, Jillian Bethel, of McCartney’s Pharmacy, Natasha Clarke of National Insurance Board (NIB), Solomon Williams, Carroll (Derby) McIntosh, Leroy (Desiree) McIntosh, Carl Gordon Mackey of Confidence Insurance, Dr. Patrick Cargill of Cardiovascular (Charmaine) McIntosh, Barry (Selma) McIntosh and Croftin McIntosh; (8) Grand Care Centre, Dr. Dwayne Sands of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Institute of the nieces and nephews, numerous of cousins to mention, Friends: International Bahamas, Dr. Charles Rahming of Nassau Neurological & Neurodiagnostic Centre, Deliverance Praying Ministry Inc., The Sick and Shut-In Ministry, The Bread The Events Department of Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, The Consumer Relations Table Ministry, Super Wednesday Ministry, The Faith Walk Ministry, The Prayer Department of South Star Energy in Atlanta, GA, and the Staff of Cobb Wellstar Line Ministry, and too many others to mention. Hospital in Atlanta GA, with particular thanks to Ms. Minnie Strozier. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary, located on Relatives and friends may pay their last respects on Thursday, January 2nd, 2025, Parkgate & Village Road, on Friday, January 3rd, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Evergreen Mortuary located on Parkgate and Village Road from 10:00am - and again at the church on Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Elder Chell Mary Williams “Mum”, 70
#4 Village & Parkgate Rd. Nassau, Bahamas | Marsh Harbour, Abaco, S. C. Bootle Highway | Exuma Bahamas, Hooper’s Bay 0ďDF PS t .PCJMF | Email: evergreenmortuary@gmail.com
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Funeral Service for Darling, Amos, Tyron, Fishie, McKenzie, Glen & Joann Rolle, Martin Cardinal Rolle, Garfield Forbes, Glinton Rolle, Benjamin, Ira Jr., Olive, Walter Pressely Steve Taylor, 60 Rolle, Melvina McPhee, Dan, Clay, Preston, Mike, Katiemae & Eloise McKenzie,
Joan McPhee, Nigel Curry, Ken McKenzie Calvin, Bally, Arlington, Dedrie Williams & family, Dwight Hart (Regatta Chairman), Dallas Knowles, (NFIR Commodore), Rev. Everette Hart, Rev. Dr. Philip McPhee, Rev. Franklyn McKenzie, Champ, Eldon Romer, Shawn Gibson, Shavargo, Sherwin, McPhee, Cely Jr., Headley, Eddison, Abby, Muck, Carlton, Hansel, Phil, Shawn Gibson, Chester McKenzie, Devon & Nita Rolle, Avis & Renae Rolle, Maria, Greg, Tracy, Kelly, Sandy Taylor, Lenora Williams, Ester Cargill & family, May & Alice Munnings, Francine Nixon & family, Thelma Woodside, Prescola, Left to cherish and remember his memories Edna Baker & Family, Felicia Spence, Natasha Curtis, Cordell Cargill, Billy are his Son: Steven Taylor; Sisters: Maureen McPhee, Ruth, Doretha, Judy, Miriam Rolle, Stuart Family, The Home Musgrove, (Rev. John Musgrove) & Elva Nairn; Boys Chat Family, Sailors Club Chat family, Linda Curtis, Keith Haycock & Adopted Mother: Luella McKenzie; Sister-in- family, Robert Farquharson & family, Department of Agriculture, Abattoir, Law: Judy Taylor; Nieces: D’entae Thompson; Preston McKenzie, Rufus Taylor, Kelsey Roxbury & family, Yvonne Bullard (Kevin Thompson), Claudette, Shanika, Alisha Taylor; Shekera Rahming & family, Betty Romer, Mrs. Cooper & family, Kemp Road Community, (DeDe), Antionette Brown, Sharmaine Taylor & Vonetta Nairn; Nephews: Family, Bird Nest Family, Donnie Storr & the Potters Cay Dock family, The Louis Taylor; Marvin Nairn; Grand Nieces: Kartier Thompson, Shaquell; Rockdale family,Pinewood Gardens family, Farmer’s Hill Family, Stuart Shaquonia; D’Shara; Alisha; Andreca Richardson; Bernitta, Lynette & Manor, Curtis & Alexander Family, The Community of Barataree & The entire Community ofHarbour, Rolleville, Exuma, St. Matthew Union Baptist Church Family. #4 Village & Parkgate Rd. Nassau, Bahamas | Marsh Abaco, Darielle Nairn; Philleshea Major & Pasha Johnson; Grand Nephews: Antonio, A Special toBay Pastor Ivan F. Butler & The Kemp Road Ministries S. C. & Bootle Highway | Exuma Bahamas,thanks Hooper’s Dontrae, Shaquon & Alexander Clarke; Great Grand Nieces Great Grand Church• Family, Dr. Cargill Office: 356-7008 or (242) 356-7009 Mobile: (242) 565-9758and the office staff at Doctors Hospital. Nephews: Desmond Jr.; Treyvon; Bernae & Alexander III;(242) Aunts: Edithmae, Email: evergreenmortuary@gmail.com Deaconess Rosalee & Deaconess Audrey Taylor, Ethlyn Curtis & Lavern Rolle; Uncles: Lindsey & Elder General Taylor, Rev. Douglas Rolle, Adopted Relatives and friends may pay their last respect at Evergreen Mortuary Brothers: Jeffery McKenzie, (Charity Armbrister McKenzie), Vencil, Russ, located on Village & Patkgate Roads on Friday from 10:00 am -5:00 pm and Glad, Kendaland Alfred Mckenzie, Leroy Rolle, Adopted Sisters; Bernadette again at the church on Saturday from 9:00am until service time. Braynen, Shenique & Berthamae McKenzie, Micola Bodie; Cousins: Nathan Rolle, Dena, Gertrude, Bernice , Elvis (Maryann), Vern, Tyrone, Smokey, Elladane; Advira Rolle, Narissa, Vanessa; Dencil, & Nathea Taylor; Cynthia (Ricardo) Loretta, Anthony (Theresa); Eloise Taylor; Darron (Tiffany) Keith (Shanique) Ken, Arthur, Janice (Bradwin); Elvina, Barbara; Terry Collins (Edmund); Kevon, Wayne, Karen & Annis Rolle, Ingrid Curry, (Kevin), Erica Outten (Dwayne); Oreila, Bob, Kensina, Arthur; Beverley, Bernice, Barry, Bervin, Laroda Collie; Godchildren: Terez McKenzie and Inspector David Rolle; Friend: Drucilla Rolle; God Mother: Annismae and (Ken Sands) Numerous Relatives & Friends including: Estella Rolle & family, of Burial Ground Corner, died on Wednesday, Monica Rolle, Angerine Curtis & family, Winniemae (Rev. Charles Rolle) & December 25th, 2024, at the Princess Margaret Family; Judith Reece & family, Lillian B Rolle & family, Katherine McKenzie Hospital. & family, Delores Kelly & family, James McKenzie, Katherine Roker & family, Alvin Taylor & family, Benjamin McKenzie, Rev. Margaret She is survived by her Daughter: Fredesa Rolle; Woodside & family, Pastor Reginald McKenzie & family, Rev. Adam J Brown Sons: Keno Sands, Rufus, Dario & James & Family, Carmetta J Rolle, Bill McPhee & family, Hazel Knowles & family, Sargent, Fredrick Rolle; Sister: Prudence; Hervis & Peola Rolle, Naomi Curtis, & family, Mildred, Darylyn Rolle, Brothers: Paul, Wilfred, Darren, Clarence; Shirley Williams & family, Adell Rolle & Family, Pamela Rolle-Storr & Numerous grand children, great-grandchildren, family, Denise Hinzey & family, Quentin Rolle & family, Natasha McPhee nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives & family, Girtiel Moxey & family, Kimberley Rolle & family, Ulanda & Leah and friends who will be mentioned at a later Rolle, Denalee Penn & Family, Bradley Rolle & family,George, Jerome & date. Antonio Sands & Family, Patrick, Junior, David, Verlene Rolle, Myra March, Kevin March, David McKenzie, Enamae Wright & family, Louise Storr & Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to family, Philendra Symonette & Philiecia McDonald & Family, Kendricka Evergreen Mortuary located on Parkgate and Village Road. Davis & family, Gloria Knowles & family, Johnathan McKenzie, Maria of Pinewood Garden and formerly of Rolleville, Exuma, will be held at Kemp Road Ministries, Kemp Road, Nassau, NP, The Bahamas on Saturday, 04th January 2025, 10:00am. Officiating: Pastor, Ivan Ford Butler. Assisted By: Other Ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
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Rosemary Idel Sargent, 68
#4 Village & Parkgate Rd. Nassau, Bahamas | Marsh Harbour, Abaco, S. C. Bootle Highway | Exuma Bahamas, Hooper’s Bay
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Elifabe Lubin, 74
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Christela Jacques, 36
Rovenson Josue, 23
a resident of Domingo Heights, East Street south, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of La Tortue, Haiti died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, December 25th, 2024.
a resident of Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Port de Paix, Haiti died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, December 19th, 2024.
a resident of Margaret Avenue off Carmichael Road, New Provience, Bahamas and formerly of La Tortue, Haiti died at his residence on Tuesday, December 17th, 2024.
He is survived by his wife: Paulette Lubin; sons: Ashton Lubin, John Louima, Marckenn Louima, Marc-wilben Louima, Marcenley Louima and Lubenson Lubin; daughters: Diane Jacquely, Twena Louima and Leticia Dean; grandchildren: Richard Dean, Deangelo Barr, Trayvon Barr, Eric Williamson, Ronescia Kelly, Da’shaun Boucard, McKayla Boucard and Ke’Mani Whittaker, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited.
He is survived by his mother: Yvrose Arisca-Josue; father: Luders Josue; brothers: Renalson Josue and Sonley Josue; sister: Yanuphca Josue and Dimitra Josue; grandmother: Celavie Ariska, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited.
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Funeral Services For Kevin Jamal Woodside Sr., 45
Jacqueline Patrice Lewis, 62
of Charles Vincent Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at Emmanuel Prophetic and Deliverance Tabernacle, St. Vincent Road West. Officiating will be Prophet Don Clarke assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive.
of Hawthrone Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, 11:00a.m. at Faith Temple Ministries, Pine Barren Road, Prince Charles Drive. Officiating will be Pastor Carlos Thompson assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in the Catholic Cemetery, Tyler Street.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife: Kemoy Woodside; sons: Kevin Woodside Jr., Jamal Woodside and Izaiah Bullard; daughters: Kierra and Keyanna Woodside; granddaughter: Kimani Rolle; grandson: D’Andre Colebrooke; father: Harry Woodside; sister: Malisa Woodside; brothers: Keith, Keno Brandan & Omarion Woodside; brothers-in-law: Kenroy Bowes, Julian Rolle, Fred Bastian, Garin Seymour and Kermit Ferguson; sisters-in-law: Kim Seymour, Yolanda Ferguson, Jasmine Jones, Yandira Woodside and Andria Espineli; uncles: Clarence Woodside and Nathan Newchurch; aunts: Claudia Johnson, Charlotte Newchurch, Gloria Lockhart, Brenda Miriam, Catherine Woodside, Marthanece Bullard and Renea Bodie; great grand aunts: Louise Saunders and Maria Nixon; nieces: Dyonne Smiths, Keara and Keiora Woodside, Garinique (Mario Humphries), Kerlandra, Gabryella, Fredina and Kendesha; nephews: Micheal Smith, Keithon, Nekito, Jamal and Aiden Woodside, Jordan Rolle, Terelle Hinds, Kenroy and Samuel Bowes, Micheal, Jayden and Faron Bastian, Garin Seymour Jr. and Kermit Ferguson; grand niece: Devyn Nottage; cousins: Tamika, Tanika and Trevor Seymour, Phillip, Phillip Jr. and Philisa Lockhart, Sheryl Strachan, Kenisha McDonald, Janet, Shelia, Ella, Glendina, Nelson, Tyrone, Tyricka, Deangelo, Tamiko, Kera, Alicia, Keino, Clavinique, Janee, T. J., Vael, Kell, Dwayne, Sasha, George, Vincent, Tasha, L. J., Aretha, Kirktina, Alisa Anderson, Margo, Kizzy, Yvonne, Troy, Niques, Tasha, Shonell, Shell, Tyrina, Kenron, Leso, Monalisa, Kenrick, Dreamer, Carlos, Carlin, Sari, Kevin, Savannah and Martiniqua Davis; other relatives and friends including: Sade Nottage and family, Dwight Colebrooke, Preze Rolle and family, Vardo Lewis and family, Prophet Don and Janice Clarke, Donell Jennings and family, Frantzcito Cola, Anna and Louise Filuse and family, Marcus Holbert and family Derek Wilson and family, Hon. Wayde Watson, Myiesha Hepburn and family, Lashawn Davis and family, Jackie Smith and family, Yorlet Collie and family, Dwayne Alleyne and family, Xaria Taylor and family, Tameko Roberts, and family Thermoila Pratt and family, Elara Scott and family, Rihanna Altene and family, Mizpah William and family, Jermaine Coakley and family, Otneil and Yvonne Andrews and family, Allison Bethel and family, Bryan Molly and family, Rev. Keith Rolle and family, Charlika Rolle and family, Annaca Louise and family, Larrinee Nottage and family, S. C. McPherson family, Elricka Collie and family, the entire management of Drift, Out Island, Boardwalk and Food Truck and Palm’s Staff, Cara Taylor and family, Margret Cash and family, Garnell Johnson and family, Whitlean Smith and family, Members of EDPT, Jermaine Coakley and family, Jackie Smith and family, Tyrone Stuart and family, Hon. Michael Pintard, Prime Minister Phillip Brave Davis and family, Varo Johnson and family, Charles Vincent Street family, Hay street family, Remeo Cooper and family, Eamom and Errol Collie and family, Sirnario Miller and family, Tyrique Daxon, and family, Paulette Murray and family, Constance Richardson and family and Dyonne McKenzie and family; and many others too numerus to mention.
Left to cherish her memory are daughter: Selana Brice; sisters: Donna and Sharon Lewis and Raquel Lewis-Pinder; brothers: Kemuel and Dodridge Lewis and Alex Higgs; grandchildren: Tavares Bernard, Destiny Perpall, Tembra Miller and Kanaz Brice; great grandchild: Tavares Bernard Jr.; aunts: Peggy GarciaMerizier of Miami, Florida, Brenda Lewis, Dorothy Roberts, Linda Major, Patricia Thompson, Deborah Sands, Daphne Barr of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Ethly Caple, Rev. Roslyn Astwood, Cecile Brown, Ella Lewis, Hazel Silomae, Lillian McKenzie, Ruthlyn Paulemon of Ft. Lauderdale, Shirleymae Hepburn of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Lauretta Taylor; uncles: Kermit Ferguson of Eight Mile Rock, Retired Supt. Edmond Lewis, Samuel, Rodrick, Dudley, Tony, Brian and James Lewis, Arlington and Samuel Taylor; nieces: Selecia, Shamarize, Kenya, Shanaqua, Patrice, Philicia, Keishanda, Keuandra, Chrysanthia, Lachrista, Kadidrah, Devonique and Carez; nephews: Kenerize, Kevin, Kemuel Jr., Dangelo, Jathrone, Cressward, Latrell, Dodridge Jr. and Broquan; grandnieces: Daevantae, Darvinique, Aliesha, Mariah, Kenyire, Skylar, D’Aja, Blesslyn, Dior and Jahzarra; grandnephews: Jermaine, Rossini Jr., Kenerize Jr., Jamal Jr., Rossino, Deangelo, Winston, Mario Jr., Roshando, Amari, Shamario, O’Shin, Deondre, Kenrick, Deangelo Jr., Jamir, Cressward Jr., Kayden; cousins: Sebastian Bastian, Alia Sands (Kenzo and Kenzley Beneby), John (Maralyn) Robinson, Valencia (Newton) Brown, Pastor Arnette Moss, Margret Robinson of Miami Florida, Donelle, Antoinette, Josephine, Kermit Jr., Sandy, Anthony and Valarie Roberts of Miami, Florida; sister-in-law: Denise Lewis; brother-inlaw: Bruce Pinder; nephews-in-law: Rossini Elliott Sr. and Mario Poitier Sr.; god children: Latoya Marshall and Dontae Neymour; other relatives and friends: Mr. Hiarm Smith, Charise Wray and Family, The Dominoes Crew (William, Eddie, Barry, Kendrick, Rose, Akeem, Rochelle, Jermery), descendants of Julia Johnson Taylor and descendants of Audrey Lewis, The Mackey Family, Tiffany and Annamae Neymour and Family, Paul, Perry and Wednesday Brice and Family, Judy Fisher and Family, The Brown Family, The Russell Family, The Lewis Family, The Taylor Family, The McKenzie Family, The Bowleg Family, The Moss Family, Hon. Shanendon Cartwright, M. P., FNM Family, Samantha Butterfield and Family, Emily Hoopkins and Family, Melicia Shiery and Family, Ms. Cooper, Steven (Logan), Clyde Forbes, Mrs. Pritchard and Family, Kendrick Beneby, St. Joseph Parish, The Island Luck Family, Brianna Eccleston and Eden’s Well Family, Ultra Games Family, EV Motors, Lynden Taylor and Family, Dudley Symonette, Samara and Family, Roots Junkanoo Group, Hawthrone Road Family, Faith Temple Church of God Family, Greater Chippingham Church of God Family and Church of God South West Cathedral Family and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors 7th Terrace Collins Avenue on Friday from 12:00noon-5:00p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00am until service time.
The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors 7th Terrace Collins Avenue on Friday from 12:00 noon-5:00p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00am until service time.
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Michael Angelo Bain, 48
Death Notices For Chad Elliott Ferguson, 44
Patrecka Phillipa Sweeting, 34
of Villodale Estates, New Providence, Bahamas died at Doctor’s Hospital on Sunday, December 29, 2024.
of Taylor Street, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, December 21, 2024.
of Village Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, December 27, 2024.
He is survived by his wife, Paulette Bain; mother, Registered Nurse Maureen Eillis; children, Dr. D’Angelo Munroe, Shakil Hanna, Mickel Edgecombe, Mickaela and MicKenzie Bain; grandchildren, La’Miah Johnson, Milani Oscar and Jadore Jean; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
He is survived by his parents, Karen Davis and Walter Ferguson; children, Chardonnae and Chad Ferguson Jr.; brothers, Anwar and Demetrius Ferguson, Keno and Chino Nabbie; Siosters, Destiny Evans, Nikita, Sheniqua, Shantel, Monalissa and Karen Ferguson; aunts, Catherine Davis, Bernadette, Theresa and Karen Davis, Deborah, Delores, Mahalia and Karen Ferguson; uncles, Bernarda and Godfrey Davis; Fred, Charlie and Tego Ferguson; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.
She is survived by her husband, Ricardo Sweeting Jr.; children, Aiden Dixon, Amafre Baker and Caleah Sweeting; parents, Pastor Philip and Patrice Baker; sisters, Ruth Faith Baker and Tonicua Thompson; brothers, Philip Baker Jr., Renard Baker and Herk Pratt; brother-in-law, Ian Thompson; motherin-law, Malinda Gibson; father-in-law, Ricardo Sweeting Sr.; brothers-in-law, Rico, Renardo And Sherado Sweeting; sisters-inlaw, Dashenique Gibson, Dana, Cardisha and Cyesha Sweeting; aunts and uncles including: Viviar Penn, Vernie Flowers, Lydia Winters, Deidre and Dornell Cornish, Vincent Baker, Ernest Penn, Romel Winters, Donnie Flowers, Clyde, Thaddeus and Lionel Cornish; nieces and nephews including: Raynelle Baker, Jazeah Emmanuel, Rihanna Bakers, Shekinah and Nathan Thompson and Shekinah Baker and numerous other relatives and friends.
Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notice For Sherily Patrice Sears, 56
of Morrisville, Long Island, Bahamas who died on Monday, December 2, 2024 will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, 2:00pm at St. Gregory’s The Great Anglican Church, Carmichael Road. Officiating will be Right Honorable Rev. Canon S. Sebastian Campbell assisted by the Clergy. Cremation will follow. Loving and precious memories will be remembered by his son: Jason Major; daughters: Jessica Smith and Jasmain Major and their Mother Andrea Gay; sisters: Vernita Carroll and Althea Brooks; brothers: Falcon and Reuben Major; brother-in-law: Retired Sergeant Raymond Carroll; son-in-law: Petty Officer of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, Sean Smith; sister-in-law: Cherese Major; daughter-in-law: Laraine Major; grandchildren: Seanishka and Sean Smith Jr.; aunts: Bernette and Elaine Cartwright; uncles: Rodney Hall, Eleazar Rolle; nieces: Robbyn, Chereca, Kristan and Rubenique Major; nephews: Ramon (Kriston) Carroll, Rekeno (Sharell) Carroll, Ruben Major Jr., Hensley Brooks Jr.; numerous cousins including: Andrew, Paul, Marguerite, Craig, Charlene, Nathan and Vanessa Cartwright, Sheryl Carey, Albury and Vincent Hanna, Keva, Carlton, Alton, Retired Police Officer Tracy Major and Retired Defence Force Officer Andre Major, Joy Saunders, Sybil Darville, William Taylor, Bernadette Cartwright, Lincoln, Asia, Elton and Preston and Lance Major, Agatha Miller, Lillian Taylor, Pandora and Phillipa Darville, Margarette Sweeting, Shan Archer, Peter and Daphane Miller, Erma Deveaux and Family, Maxine Kemp and Family, Colene Adderley and Family, Eva Ingraham and Family, Bridgette Lightbourne and Family, Pauline Turnquest and Family; other relatives and friends including: Rt. Honourable Rev. Canon S. Sebastian Campbell and family, Catechist Terecita Major and Family, Barbara and Olander Turnquest and Family, Nicole Turnquest and Family, Antonio Cartwright and family, Joycelyn Ferguson and family. The Management and Staff of Lloyd’s Enterprise, Carl G. Treco Contractors (CGT), Rodney Burrows Construction Company, the Church Families of St. Gregory The Great, Southwest Cathedral Church of God, Southside Christian International Church and the Entire Community of Long Island, especially the Morrisville Community. If your name has been inadvertently omitted, we sincerely apologize for this oversight during our time of grief. Thank you for your understanding. Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 1:00pm until Service time.
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of Wulff road died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, December 28, 2024. Left to cherish her precious memories are father: Kermit Mackey; husband: Daniel Sears Sr.; sons: Kirkwood Rolle, Daniel Jr. & Joshua Sears; daughters: Trivincia White, Phillippa Mortimer, Miracle Sears; sisters: Antionette Young, Bernadette Burrows, Shavon Mackey; brotherin-law: Jerome Young; daughter-in-law: Karla Sears; sons-in-law: David Mortimer and Ansel White; 13 grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends including: Bethlehem Holiness family. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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STEPHEN TORRENCE “Piggymo” HUMES, 76
of #17 Cucko Street, Nassau East North, died at his residence on Monday, December 30th, 2024. He is survived by his Wife: Paulette Humes; one (1) Son: Corey Stephen Humes; one (1) Daughter: Ashley Humes; four (4) Sisters: Marsha Young, Cassandra Helena & Christine Humes and Carolyn Nairn; one (1) Brother: Kelton Humes; one (1) Granddaughter: Brittany Humes; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Patrice Maria Ramsey, 57
a resident of Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, 20th December, 2024. She is survived by her one daughter: Whitney Olivia Smith; two grandsons: Thomas Smith and Xavier Flowers; one sister: Alria Forbes; brother-in-law: Stanley Forbes; adopted sisters: Shari Larduet and Marilyn Pratt; two aunts: Marinelle Davis & Agnes Maria Rolle; numerous nephews & one grand niece, and a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service For The Reverend John Ned “J.W.” Wilson, 92 of Nicholls Town, Andros, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 4th, 2025, 11:00am at The New Community Baptist Church, Nicholls Town. Officiating will be Pastor Garnett Campbell assisted by Minister Doral Woods. Internment will follow in the Nicholls Town Public Cemetery. He is survived by his loving wife: Rena Wilson; sons: Jeffrey and Henry Wilson of (Atlanta, Georgia); daughters: Jane Wilson, Kerrylee Machell Rahming, Linda Oliver, Lashawn and Shanez Wilson (Jason Ferguson); step children: Pamela (Stanford) Rolle, Anthony (Evelyn) Williamson, Angelo (Lisa) Cartwright, Gelena (Garnet) Gray; adopted children: Ricardo “Rex” (Lavern) Wilson, Mary Fynes, Helen Tillach, Penal Woodside, Sheina Rebuke, Patrice and Patricia Wilson, Tencie Evans, Olivia Sweeting, Valencia and Nebit Williams; sons-in-law: Drexel Rahming Sr. and Deon Oliver; daughters-in-law: Nurse Tammy Wilson of (Atlanta Georgia), Idamese Wilson; grand sons: Cleon (Lavonia) and Deon Christie, Drexel Jr., Able seaman RBDF Dexter (Ashonique) and Dominique Rahming, Spence Adderley Jr., Hakeem (His baby Wilson) and Jeffrey Wilson Jr.; grand daughters: Tanya and Catherine Wilson, Minister Christine (Pastor Shervin) Scott, Deandra (Geronimo) Major, Tamara Roshan (Valentino Forbes), Victoria and Bertica Christie, Shantar Farrington, Zeffreyann, Zeffreynique, Hailey Wilson, Destinique Rahming, Shakia Ferguson (His Tia) and Shaday Williams; step grandchildren: Eden (Benson) Johnson Sr., Anthonique and Sharidan Rolle, Sibileen, Sharana, Latera, Deandra, Donovan, Shantell, Thorn, Codero, Shantell, Keva Brittany, Kaylisa, Eugene, Anthony, Shekera and Alex; great grandchildren: Jekeem Williams, Katrina, William Jr., Mark Riley, Tu’ Precious Roxbury, Breon and Faith Rolle, Kadraya Rahming, Azaria Stubbs, Ja’niyah, Jahiem,Ja’saiah Major, Shantazzia, Levority, Skyler Forbes, Christian Rolle (His Boogie), Karon McPhee, Katelyn King, Za’myia Wilson,Treyvon and Jayvion Newton; step great grandchildren: Benson Jr. and Bryson Johnson, Ziavanique, Zakiah, Zykia, Ava, Amallia, Miguelle, Levi, Ronnique, Eric, Destiny, Karena and Keria; great great grandchildren: Jayden Williams, Martel Gordon Jr., Jarmi Adderley and Deontrique Pitchard; adopted grandchildren: Vaccarro (Melissa) Wilkinson, Alexander Rahming Jr., Kylon Newton, Bernique Wilson, Raynado and Shervin Tillach, Cordia Munnings, Kraus (Keishel) Fynes, Ramado Tucker, Brenton, Rakeisha, Ricardo and Rickia Wilson, Neshann (Charles) Saunders, Shanae (Apostle Leroy Butler), Gustavus Cox, Davonne, Prue and Promysse Miller, Jamiah, Netika Williams, Blooming, Tiffany, Lisa, James, Eric, Ray, Ron Sweeting, Jillian, Jovan Albury and Jamal Evans; god children: Evelyn Missick, Jerome Henfield, Irene Barr; brothersin-law: Caston, Henson, Stafford and Zendell Evans; sisters-in-law: Mrs Ivabell Dean, Mrs. Janet Storr, Mrs Jacqueline and Mrs. Millie Evans; nephews: Hartcourt (Marjorie) and Basil Wallace and Family, Pastor Cardinal (Val), Jonathan, Maxwell (Portia) and Pastor Elvie Woods and Family, Simon Barrand Family, Michael (Cynthia) Colebrooke, Pastor Timothy (Diane), Ashwell (Debbie) and Pastor Marvin Wilson (Maryann) and Family, Franklyn Brown and Family, Neville Dorsett and Family and Calsey Strachan and Family; nieces: Mother Casseline Curry, Zera Woods and Family,
Vendellal Louise Bowe and Family, Rosenell Evans and Family, Althea Wallace and Family, Irene (Willard) Barr and Family, Rodina, Dellerece, Georgia, Princess Ann Wilson and Family, Eleanor Woodside and Family, Feenex (Wendell) Evans and Family, Whitlean O’Brien and Family, Jessie Dorsett and Family and Zina Smith, Zorena Woods, Leona Wallace and Family; grand nieces and nephews including: Fredrick (Shirley) Curry, Patricia (Drexel) Rolle, Philip (Jodie) Craig, Sherranne Curry, Valarie (David) Cunningham, Kimberly Pearson, Shanrise (Pastor Mannix) Cargill, Rev. Jerome and Judson Henfield, Keano, Raynado, Audrianna, Kayleigh Smith Dr. Marilyn, Shirlene, Shelyn, Cresswell, Ron, Tamia Wallace, Indra Wallace, Cora (Loan) Miclause, Samantha Hanna, Deaconess Nyokia Gator and family Apostle Casey Louise and family Theora and Gabrielle Evans, Therese Woodside, Talisa Taylor, Christina, Damon, Fontaine, Cynteish and Fernando Colebrook Andrew Coleby Jr., Clifford and Melvera Woods, and their families too numerous to mention; special friends: Mr. Picewell Forbes, Hon. V. Alfred Gray, Nathaniel Pratt, Pastor Garneth and Lady Josephine Campbell, Rev Wellington and Linda Wallace, Minister Doral and Minister Carlene Woods, Deacon Eric Roberts, Catherine Wallace, Royann Rolle, Tanya and Sean Evans, Ellen and Jessica Campbell, Aleshia Storr Maria Seymour, Jessica Myers and Family, Elvera and Wenzel McQueen, and The New Community Baptist Church Family, Mae Miller, Mr. Bertram and Mr. Arthur Murphy, Mr. Reggie (Alberta) Dames and Family, Mr. Jimmy Bowleg, Mr. Wentworth B Manson, Mrs. Alma Russell, Mrs. Florence Bethel, Ms. Deanna Christie, Ms. Nicole Wallace. Pastor Vanda P Rahming and Family The Pickstock Family, Monica Evans and Family, Andrea Smith and Family, Gloria Evans and Family, Woodside and Family, Bishop Sidney and Apostle Helen J. Scott and Family, Sylvia Strachan, Ingrid and Perry Scott and family, Coral Edwards and Family, Constance Evans and Family, Daisy and Michelle Bowleg and Family, Charles Bowleg and Family, Manvella Kemp and Family, Lorie and Anthony Rolle, Bradley Bowleg and Family, Tajh Moxey, Marilyn Adderley and Family, The McDonald Family, The Sumner Family; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Mrs. Sheila Rolle and Family, Vivian and Cindy Scott, Pamela Christie and Family, Brenda and Andy Munning, The Rahming Family, Clara Evans and Family, Annamae Dorsett and Family Rose Family, The Coleby Family, The Woods Family, The Murphy Family, The Strachan Family, The Jones Family, The Pratt Family, The Mackey Family, The Hutchinson Family, The Sands Family, Sturrup Family, The Scott Family, The Storr Family, The Treco Family, The Evans Town Families, The Millers Family, The Rolle Family, The Oliver Family, The Munroe Family, The Wallace Family, The Harvey Family The Knowles Family, The Roberts Family, The Lightbourne Family, The Cooper Family, The Bowleg Family, The Brown Family, The Goodman Family, The Moxey Family, Church of Christ Family, Nicholl’s Town Gospels Chapel Church Family, Whosoever Will Praying Ministries, Church of God of Prophecy Church Families, staff of the District Education Office, staff of the Nicholl’s Town Clinic, Airport Airline Allied Worker Union, Youth Revival Centre Church Family, Mizpah Baptist Church Family, Methodist Church, Mt Pisgah Trinity Baptist Church Family, The Community of Nicholl’s Town, The Community of Conch Sound, The Communities of Mayanguana, many others too numerous to mention. Viewing will be held in the Celestial Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Robinson and Soldier Roads on (TODAY) Thursday from 1:00pm to 5:00pm and on Friday from 10:00am to 2:00pm and at the church in Andros on Saturday from 8:00am until service time.
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Funeral Services For Heastie, Lavern Dunbar, Marylou Sabela, Chona Dailo, Jojo’s Café Family, Page Turners Dolly Mae Woodside Curry, 80 Book Club, Faith Group, The Cox Family, Hon. Dr. Rufus Ewing, Dr. Zoe, The Chipman Family, Munnngs Family, Burrows Family, Pastor Evans Family, Pastor Higgs And Family, of Turks & Caicos Island and formerly of North Mastic Point, Andros, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Church of God of Prophecy, North Mastic Point at 10:00 am. Officiating will be will be Bishop Caleb Evans District Supervisor Church of God of Prophecy Mastic Point, Andros assisted by Senior Pastor Cassell S Higgs of the Church of God of Prophecy, Pinewood Gardens. Interment will follow in Amelia View Cemetery Mastic Point, Andros, The Bahamas
Left to cherish & survive her memories are her sons: Chucky Aldrin Woodside, Jason Rolle, Alvarez Curry; adopted sons: Theodore Jervis, Anton Butler, Darron Turnquest, Lamont Roberts; daughters: Stacy Cox, Latika Davis; adopted daughters: Shantell Wallace, Lindy Wallace; sisters: Jennamae Pratt, Mary Bowleg; brothers: Ulrick Woodside Sr., Harold Woodside II; grandchildren: Aldrin Woodside Jr., Edrick Woodside, Aldrinea Woodside, Chuckiel Woodside, Aiden Woodside, Adrian Woodside, Keith Cox Jr., Kyle Cox, Dauntez Cox, Cheffield Cox, Jayden Davis, Jayla Rolle, Ethan Davis, Jaell Curry, Brittany & Brunelle Wallace, Ryan Wallace (adopted); great grandchildren: Armani, Arianna, Alvarez, Alize, Ellianna, Treshell, Bella, Cheffield, Jr.; sisters-in-law: Roselda Woodside, Naomi Woodside; brothers-in-law: Elon Arnett, Nathaniel Pratt Sr.; sons-in-law: Keith Cox, Keith Davis; daughters-in-law: Nikki Woodside, Shakeisha Penn Curry; aunt: Prudence Joyce; nephews: Oral (Jenniemae), Jeff, Ulric Jr. (Raquel), Drumene (Terry), Harvey (Keshanna) Bradley (Everlette), Rylan (Vanessa), Carlton II (Kara), Dr. Drumeco (Danielle), Devante, Randy, Byron Hield, Maceo, Claudwell Arnett (Monique); nieces: Mildred (Herb), Ena, Patrice, Lorna, Eunice, Tamara, Faye, Chervonne (Stan), Sherina, Lecretia, Shandrice (Rex), Shanice, Sherell Conliffe, Shaniqua Madera (Jose), Julia Bowleg Gay, Valorie Forbes (Deswell), Dr. Alexia Bowleg, Alicia Larhoda (Alexander), Shelley, Nicola, Yvonne, Sherese Turnquest, Kayah Taylor (Lawrence), Kendra Pratt (Osvon), Tami Arnett, Cheriese Miller (Mark), Natalie Pratt, Natheria Roberts (Lamont), Florina Pratt, Leisa Smith, Latoya Smith, Dakota, Vera, Daneisha; grandnephews & grandnieces: Taj, Mason, Tyrese & Markell Miller, Aldarian Knowles, Malik, Mason, Rex, Ian, Ethan, Jack, Drumene Jr., Ulrick Jr., Aaron, Javon, Cordero, Kirk Jr., Shavano, Kenny, Rio, Jahrice Clarke, Bryan, Faithian, Nastario, Kashawn, Keithan, Kelsey, Ehvon Jr, Claude Arnett, Bradley Jr., Javonte, Laquann, Blesson, Lathan & Eli Bowleg, Thomas Adderley & Rio Gay, Kaylan & Kyle Green, Carlton Jr., Harvey Jr., Andrew, Jalon, Jahrice, Aiyan, Makesi, Mia, Tamia, Layla, Rashad, Kymiah Jr., Kierra, Grayce & Josiah, Neviah, Jayda, Jasmine, Kaitlyn, Ryleigh, Kylie, Lawryn, Isarayel, Trinity, Claudia, Kierra, Tamia, Faith, Cydney, Emery, Rexy, Aliyah, Dawnea, Darlene, Shea, Keisha, Deshay & Desaray Forbes, Lashingka & Laquelle Bannister, Lawanda Edgecombe, Tyiesha, Deja and Delicia Brown, Makaela, Jordin, Dru’rell, Dru’shanna, Dru’nika, Brielle, Ulricka Woodside, Oralee, Marvalena, Crystal, Tylah, Nastaria, Miracle, Destiny, Za’khari, Alecia, Cierra, Jervonia, Ryeisa, Keri, India, Cassidy & Ebony Bowleg, Hanna-Lee, Alexis, Alexia, Shelton And Sheldia Thompson, Janelle Mcphee; other relatives & friends including: Majorie Pickstock & Family, Vincent & Wellington Miller, Danny & Mitzie Chipman, Bishop Leslie Woodside & Family, Rex Rolle & Family, Thurston Family, Pratt Family, Gibson Family, Panetta Russell & Family, Harvest Bible Chapel Tci Family Lead By Pastor Kenyatta & Pastor Caldon, Her Turks & Caicos Family, Mamma, Monique Charles, Sonia
The Mastic Point and Conch Sound Community, Yadley & Family Of Turks & Caicos, Ms. Glasgow & Family, Tenielle Claudette & Quinton Brennen, Christina Oliver, Pickstock Family, Lowe Sound Family, Campbell Family, Letisha Delancy, Cora Pratt, Blonieva, Ms. Farquharson, Theresa Deveaux and other relatives and friends. Viewing will be held in the Celestial Suites at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Robinson & Soldier Roads on (TODAY) Thursday from 1:00pm to 5:00pm and at the Northern Star Society Hall, North Mastic Point from 4:30pm to 7:30pm and at the church from 9:00am until service time at the church.
Elmeda Storr, 79 of Port Howe, Cat Island, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church at 1:00 p.m. Officiating will be Pastor Donnie Newbold, assisted by Harrison King and other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in the Port Howe Public Cemetery, Port Howe, Cat Island, Bahamas. Left to cherish her memories are her children: Mirriam Storr, Cornette Storr-Bonaby, Nathanial Storr, Hoyte Young; step children: Melvern Pratt, Kimberly Storr, Michael Storr, Julia Storr, Jaquline MacPhee; siblings sisters: Maxine Livingston, Tasha Saunders; siblings brothers: Yule Hoyte, Spencer Mackey; god brother: K.C. Bain; brother-in-law: Clinton Bowe; son-inLlaw: Stephen Bonaby; daughter-in-law: Stephanie Young; godchild: Lilis Zonicle; grandchildren: Ricardo Ferguson (Carla, Wife), Antonio Storr (Gardenia, Wife), Dwight Storr, Dwayne Russell (Khrisna, Wife), Sharell Bonaby, Jamal Bonaby, Andrea Williams, Pedro Young, Kurt Young, Shenique Young, Anthony Young, Shanelle Young; great grandchildren: Dwaynique, Dwayne Jr., La’Shandie, Patricia, Kennedi, Dwight Jr., Kaylyn, D’Juan, D’Shaun, Dillon, D’von, Ricardo Jr., Rashad, Anthonique, Antonio Jr., Shania, Princess, Pedro Jr., Joseph and Joshua; nephews: Anton Hoyte, Ernie Bowe; nieces: Brenda Bowe, Linda Bowe, Annette, Christina Fernander, Alinda Bowe, Cleo Bowe, Lina Bowe, Mellisa; other relatives & friends includes: Levinna Rolle & Family, Beulah Morrison & Family, Bloneva & Family, Joyce Smith & Family, Pastor Vernis Storr & Family, Rev. Inez Moss & Family, Verdell Brice & Family, Paula Romer & Family, Michael Harris & Family, Harrison King & Family, The Bowes Family, Rev. Donnie Newbold & Family, Lincoln Taylor & Family, Hellena Bullard & Family, The Zonicle Family, Henry Williams & Family, Rt. Hon. Philip E. ‘Brave’ Davis, Wellington Brown, Zion Baptist Family, the entire community of Port Howe, Zonicle Hill and Bains Town. Viewing will be held the at Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary & Crematorium, Robinson and Soldier Roads on (TODAY) Thursday from 1:00pm to 5:00pm and on Friday from 1:00pm to 5:00pm and on Saturday from 1:00pm until service time at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Port Howe, Cat Island.
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Mr. Roston Bastian, 86
of Moore’s Island, Abaco, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 4th, 2025 at Greater Bethel Native Baptist Church, Hard Bargain, Moore’s Island, Abaco at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Preston Knowles assisted by Bishop Nixon Simms. Interment will follow in the Hard Bargain Public Cemetery, Moore’s Island, Abaco. Left to cherish her memories are her children: Fredrick Davis, Shavonne Swain, Shalanda Davis, Daniel Hield; daughters-in-law: Mona Lisa Davis, Sheridwan Hield; sons-in-law: Joshua Swain, Don Davis; adopted daughter: Evordney Dorsett; brothers: Roland Stuart (twin brother), Simeon Stuart Sr.; brother: Jefford Simms; sister: Mcshanty Stuart; sisters-in-law: Elizabeth Stuart, Thelma Stuart; grandchildren: Fredrico Davis, Kyrone Davis, Joel Swain, LeAnn Davis; aunts: Icelyn Hannah and Olive; uncles: Neville Stuart, Clyde Stuart; nieces and nephews: Samantha and Quincy Jones, Bernard and Mary Davis, Wayne and Latisha Gaitor, Errol and Donrika Gaitor, Ragen and Ashley Stuart, Shantira and Alpheaus Pinder, Pamela and JC Burrows, Simeon Stuart Jr., Shannon Stuart, Shameka Stuart, Shanderia Stuart, Simmette Stuart, Felicia Stuart, Rolando Stuart, Shantinique Humes, Beneisha Alteme, Faithful Feaster; 32 grand nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends: Hilda and Novel Stuart, Daisymae and Dudley Stuart, Patsy and Basil Swain, Alfred and Patrice Simms, Violet and Thomas Hield, Neka and Sherman Stuart, Veronica and Johnathan Stuart, Shavanda and Peterson Stuart, Enid and Nathaniel Hield, Keva walker and family, Pastor Preston and Lucinda Knowles, Bishop Nixon and Jennifer Simms, Bishop Anthony and Vera Williams, Pastor Ishmael and Ester Williams, Kerington and Rochelle Stuart, Lindamae Jones, Lorraine and Deon Nesbitt, Dorris and Charles Rahming, Kelsey Knowles, Beulah Mae and Celica George, Evelyn Williams, Inez and Henry Davis, Makeba and Argo Davis Sr, Shantell and Brian Fox, Pastor Cubel Davis and family, Sherbet Simms and family, Leland Simms and family, Loretta Simms and family, Eulease Davis and family, Randolph Knowles and family, Emily Dames and family, Syblene Davis and family, Genevieve Pinder and family, Ismae Stuart and family, Russell, Mills, Hield, Jones, Davis and McIntosh families. Viewing will be held on Friday, January 3rd, 2025 at Greater Bethel Native Baptist Church, Hard Bargain, Moore’s Island, Abaco from 4:00 p.m. and on Saturday January 4th 2025 at the church from 8:30 a.m. until service time.
of #218 Pioneers Loop, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, Bahamas will held on Saturday, January 4th, 2025 at Central Church of God, Pioneers Loop, Freeport, Grand Bahama at 11:00a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Steve Dean and other Ministers of the Gospel. Cremation was held. Left to cherish his memories are his devoted and loving wife: Gloria Bastian; sons: Otis and Thaddeus Bastian; daughter: Jesinth Rutherford; grandchildren: Shaquille Taylor, Breana Rutherford, Danica Bastian; sonin-law: Bradley Rutherford; brother: Prince Bastian; sisters: Beautimae Saunders, Roberta Bastian-Sands, Bobbjane Bastian; sisters-in-law: Amelda McKenzie and Pearl (Robert) Kentish (Jamaica); brother-in-law: Delroy Tomlinson (Jamaica); nieces: Joann Days (Kansas City Missouri), Suzette Evans (Baltimore Maryland),Antionette Stubbs-Clarke, Wendy, Denise and Tamara Saunders, Christal Bastian-Adderley, Rachelle Bastian-Dames, Nicole and Brittany Bastian, Eureka Bastian Munnings, Vernique Bastian-Tisdale (Port St Lucie Florida), Shakietra Bastian, Chantara Bastian-Clarke, Rochelle Graham, Esther Sands, Kirbricka Meadows and Kerry-Ann (Steve) Grant (Jamaica); nephews: Dr. Anthony A. Williamson, Whitfield, Wayde, Jeremiah and Christopher Saunders, Meko, Zennero and Zeko McKenzie, Dino Forbes, Robert and Richard Kentish (Jamaica), Everette Stubbs, Calvin, Naaman, Rudon, Brandon, David Jr. and Cyrus Bastian; numerous grandnieces and grandnephews especially: D’Angelo Forbes; other relatives and friends including: Cynthia Bastian, Bishop Steve and Lonia Dean, Nelson Smith,Martha Beneby, Central Church of God Sanctuary Choir and the entire church family; special thanks to: Dr. Tiadra Johnson and Lucayan Family Care and Concierge.
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Miriam Patricia Basden, 62
Carla Melissa Hall, 51
of Eneas Jumper Corner died at her residence of Court Street, Sea Breeze died at the Princess on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Margaret Hospital on Sunday, December 29, 2024. She is survived by her son: Troy Culmer; daughters: Shalanka Gaitor and Pledginique She is survived by her husband: Bishop Martain; father: Wellington Basden Sr; Daniel Hall; son: Daniel Hall Jr.; daughters: sisters: Marilyn, Amandalyn, Magaret Cynae Hall, Daniea Hall and Ciana Hall; and Joan Basden; brothers: Dwayne, mother: Clover Pratt; sisters: Stacy PrattTroy, Wellington Basden Jr. and Phillip Sears, Tracey Arnette, Naomi Dean, Valerie Farquharson; cousins: Dr. Christopher Pinder and Cora Pratt; brothers: Ian Pratt, Basden Sr., Derick, Christopher Basden Kenneth Pratt, Barry Pratt and Samuel Pratt Jr., Torey, Crystal, Crystel, Christine, and a host of other relatives and friends. Rachel, Pedro, Ada Wallace, Kimberley Pickering, Ellen & Ricardo Johnson, Rhonda Arrangements for the funeral service Edgecombe, Fredrick Smith, Arthur Johnson, are being finalized and details will be Kiero, Gloria and Chrissy Basden and a host announced at a future date. of other relatives and friends. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
Tracey Valaria Wood, 50
of Polhumus Street died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, December 28, 2024. She is survived by her son: Ricardo Martin II; daughter: Tranae Martin; mother: Andrea Wood; sister: Sharlene Johnson; brothers: Joseph, Ephraim, Adrian, Terrance and ASP Kent Wood; aunts & uncles: Ross & Rufus Johnson, Veronica Seymour, Gregory and Bethsheba Wood, Valaria and Benjamin Walkes and Olive Lundy; nieces and nephews, cousins and a host of other relatives and special friend: Mervin Musgrove. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
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Frances Pinder, 94
of Poitier Avenue and formerly of Sandy Point, Abaco, Bhamas died at her residence on Friday, December 27, 2024. She wass predeceased by her husband: Stancle Pinder; son: Bradley Pinder; mother: Florence Colebrooke; father: Henry Colebrooke; brother: Lorenzo Colebrooke. She is survived by her sons: George Pinder and Brian Symonette Sr.; daughters: Francena Bastian and Joan Turnquest; grandchildren: Stancle Pinder, Dr. Theodore Turnquest, Chief Supt Tess Newbold, H. M. Coroner Kara Turnquest Deveaux, Teekel Cohen, Brian Symonette Jr., Ericka Symonette, Brent Symonette, Brittany Symonette, Nicolette, Caluta, Bloneva Pinder, Florence, George, Felina, Felica Pinder and Dr. Yvonne Bethel and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
Gregory Lawrence Baker, 64
Ms. Natandra Alana Martin, 47
of Bumble Crest, Golden Gates died in Miami, Florida on Thursday, December 19, 2024
of Bailey Town, Bimini, Bahamas and formerly of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died at her residence on Sunday, December 22nd, 2024.
He is survived by his wife: Fredrica Baker; daughter: Phenice Hanna; sisters: Theresa and Kim Baker; brothers: Gary Cooper, Steve, Cyril and Norman Baker; grandparents: Shaiel and Tiara Curry; uncle: Fred Smith; aunts: Louise, Naomi and Catherine and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
She is survived by her daughter: Jessie Cooper; grandchildren: Mircale Tynes, Tamarja Rolle; mother: Pamela Martin; father: Philip Cargill; brothers: Stephen Martin, Dwayne Cargill, Oshane Cargill; sisters: Mavalee Taylor, Sophia Cargill, Tramaine Cargill, Tracey Cargill, Rachel Cargill and Roxann Cargill; numerous nieces, nephews aunts, uncles and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements for the Funeral Service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
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Mr. Austin Wellington Roberts, 89
Horace Thomas Bullard, 77
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Mr. Morris Alexander Simmons, 66 of #14 Grassmere Drive and formerly of Smith’s Bay, Cat Island, Bahamas died at the Rand Memorial H o s p i t a l , F r e e p o r t , Grand Bahama, Bahamas on Friday, December 27th, 2024.
of # 24 St. James Place off Kings Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of High Rock, Grand Bahama died at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Saturday, December 21st, 2024 He is survived by his wife: Jennifer Roberts; children; sisters; brother; grandchildren; great grandchildren; in-laws; nieces, nephews and a hosts of other relatives and friends Arrangements for the Funeral Service are being finalized and will be announced at a future date.
of Waterfall Drive, Windsor Park, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Williams Town, Exuma, Bahamas died at the Rand Memorial Hospital Monday, December 30, 2024. He was predeceased by wife: Jean Bullard. He is survived by his children: Raynette BullardGrant, Ricardo Bullard, Randy Bullard, Horace Bullard, Ramon Bullard, Lekelle Bullard-Delveaux, Kenisha Rolle-Thompson and Britta Moss; sibilings: Margaret Styles, Rebecca Smith, Virginia English and Charles Bullard; grandchildren and great grand child and a host of other relatives and friends Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
He is survived by his wife: Michelle Cassandra Simmons; daughters: Shavonne Simmons, LaShandra Simmons; sons: Marvin Simmons, Travis Simmons, Cory Simmons, Devardo Simmons, Terrell Simmons, Mattheus Simmons and Michael Simmons; adopted sons: Owen T. Rolle and Jamaal Saunders; grandchildren: Asia, Dwayne, Anyla, Anwar, Kyah, Mariela, Zakiya, Iyah’eden and O’N; sisters: Madeline Simmons, Lulalean Hall, Loretta Miller, Polleymae Miller, Magery Smith, Senora Gilbert, Lerlean Sturrup, Madiemae Simmons and Marilyn Fowler; brothers: Ednal Miller, Dr. Horizal A. Simmons, Rev. Daniel O. Simmons, Berkley and Pedro Simmons; in-laws, numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements for the Funeral Service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
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A message for the New Year MY BROTHERS and Sisters in Christ, Our gracious and merciful God has allowed us to see the beginning of another year. Beyond everything else that He has done in our lives this is an important indication that our work on earth is not done. The book of Proverbs 16:3 states, “Commit your works to the LORD, and your thoughts will be established.” Many of us use the new year to make resolutions about things that we would like to accomplish in the year ahead, many of us do not achieve those goals. It is understandable because of the allure of the comfortable and familiar. However, just like those who are newly converted, to accomplish the goals we set for ourselves, we should first ask God for His guidance then fully commit ourselves to the journey to get to where we would like to be. With God, the change you seek is not only within your reach but within your power. It is not enough to want a thing or experience without understanding that there will be effort needed to get it. In creating the earth God, Himself, rested on the seventh day after working to ensure that everything He produced had a purpose, was finely constructed and operated perfectly in tandem. I firmly believe that our country’s best days are not behind us but are ahead. These days will come to fruition with the collaboration of every Bahamian manning their stations. We have come this far by faith and doing the work to get here. In order to move forward more of the same is necessary from more of our
people who I know God has prepared for such a time as this. The Bible teaches us in John 10:10 that Jesus Christ came that we may have life and have it more abundantly. The life that you have been given is in your hands. It is up to you how you will live. Are you content to merely exist until God calls you home or are your resolved to live your life to the fullest? The decision is yours. Let this new year be the time that you decide that life is too precious to waste it. It is too fleeting to not at least attempt to live your dreams or life a time steeped in criminality and negatively. It is my hope that 2025 will be the year that you remember as a turning point in your life’s journey. I hope that it is the year that you endeavour to deepen your relationship with God and contribute to His work on earth. Faith and hope are all we need to propel us forward in whatever it is that we set our minds to do and God will give the increase. I am in great anticipation to hear all of the testimonies that will come from those who decide to do something. On behalf of myself, my family, the Bahamas Christian Council and the wider Bahamian Christian community I wish all Bahamian at home and abroad a very happy, prosperous and Christ flled year ahead. Please visit the church of your choice. May God bless you and may God bless the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. Bishop Delton Fernander Bahamas Christian Council – President National Baptist Convention – President Photo: Dante Carrer/Tribune Staff
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Pope calls for commitment to protect life as he doubles down on abortion By NICOLE WINFIELD Associated Press POPE Francis ushered in the New Year with a renewed appeal for the faithful to reject abortion, calling for a “firm commitment” to protect and respect life from conception to natural death. Francis, 88, celebrated a New Year’s Day Mass in St Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday that was dedicated to Mary, the mother of Jesus. In his homily, he prayed that everyone learns to care for “every child born of a woman” and to protect “the precious gift of life: life in the womb, the lives of children, the lives of the suffering, the poor, the elderly, the lonely and the dying.” “I ask for a firm commitment to respect the dignity of human life from conception to natural death, so that each person may cherish his or her own life and all may look with hope to the future,” he said, using the terminology of the church’s opposition to abortion and euthanasia. In recent years, the Argentine Jesuit has been speaking out more emphatically about abortion than he did at the start of his pontificate. After two doctrinaire popes, Francis complained in the first months of his papacy in 2013 that the church had become obsessed by “small-minded rules” about hot-button issues such as abortion. Francis now regularly refers to procuring an abortion as “hiring a hitman to solve a problem”. He recently sparked outrage in Belgium when he criticised its abortion law as “homicidal” and announced he wanted to beatify Belgium’s late king who abdicated for a day rather than approve legislation legalizing the procedure. The Vatican recently announced that the beatification process is under way for King Baudouin, who died in 1993. The morning Mass marked the final big event of Francis’ busy Christmas schedule. For the pope, who suffers from recurrent respiratory problems, this year’s season was even more challenging with the start of the Vatican’s big Holy Year, a once-everyquarter-century celebration of the faith that is expected to bring 32 million pilgrims to Rome during 2025. Speaking to pilgrims who gathered in a sun-filled St Peter’s Square, Francis recalled the Jubilee’s central message of the need to forgive debts. He again called for world leaders from wealthy countries to eliminate or reduce the debts owed by poorer countries. Francis urged Christian leaders, in particular, “to provide a good example” by taking the lead to forgive debts.
POPE Francis delivers his homily during a mass in St Peter’s Basilica at The Vatican on New Year’s Day.
Photo: Andrew Medichini/AP
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Leadership training to help communities LEADERS in The Bahamas are being encouraged to join an international training session on Saturday hosted by the First Baptist Church. The venue, on Market Street and Coconut Grove Avenue, will be holding the event from 9am-3pm, starring guest Dr Angella Banks, founder and president of Xcellence Inc, a global community leadership organisation and non-profit. The event is held by the Providence Baptist Church Inc, of Ridgeland Park West, in conjunction with First Baptist Church. Xcellence Inc’s mission is to create excellence by training community leaders in self-sufficiency, entrepreneurship and leadership. Dr Banks holds a DBA in business administraiton with a specialisation in marketing from Capella University in Minneapolis and is a presidential lifetime achievement honoree, with headquarters based in Tennessee. Training costs $99 per person, and the fee includes admission, meals, a certificate, and a book autographed by Dr Banks. Corporate groups of five or more
registering will receive a further discount for a price of $90 per person. Registration is available at www.firstbaptistnassau.org. The goal of the event is to develop a new generation of trained community change agents, to facilitate continuing education platforms for making a difference in our communities, mobilisation of intentional, persistent and practical engagement strategies, to change hearts for honouring God and respecting the dignity of community life, and for the renewal of our commitment for a better Bahamas and world for all who live, work and make investments. Rev Clinton Minnis and Rev Dr Diana Francis, pastors of the Providence Baptist Church and the First Baptist Church respectively, said in a letter that he move is designed to “make the connection, through educational awareness that leads to social healing and spiritual intervention. We intend to mobilise other faith communities, government ministries, businesses and non-profit organisations to counter the negative cultures that have plagued our society.”
REV CLINTON MINNIS
REV DR DIANA FRANCIS
DR ANGELLA BANKS
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A new year, and a new commitment By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Feature Writer jgibson@tribunemedia.net WHILE making resolutions are becoming the cliche thing to do, many people cannot deny the newness a calendar year ushers in that inspire countless commitments and recommitments in certain areas of their lives. For example, a mother who’s been putting off a self-study course all year may find inspiration to do so knowing she has a full 365 days to pursue it and accomplish. And the Christian who has been trying to get through reading the entire Bible from the book of Genesis straight to Revelations, may use that same inspiration to refocus himself to this spiritual goal. Whatever the goal may be the new year tends to refocus people and get them on course. This is the case for several Bahamians who want to have a much more robust and vibrant Christian experience. And to see that happen they have made some spiritual commitments for the new year. Build a better friendship with God Tanya hopes to get out of the tradition of only fellowshipping with God on Sundays, and seek out a real authentic relationship with Christ. “The Christian experience is suppose to be one based on a relationship with Christ. Not something where we just follow traditional practices that lose its impact after a while,” she said. “God wants a friendship with us and this is the reason why I am striving everyday to ensure that I learn more about him and connect with him on daily basis,” she said. Tanya said she will he accomplish her goal by setting aside private time every day to pray, worship and simple listen to the voice of God. More God, less me While making resolutions is not something she does, Samita said she has submitted herself to the work of God in her life. This is something she hopes to not only carry on until the end of the year, but hopeful it becomes a permanent fix in her life. “I know that my prayer at the beginning of the year was to although it may sound cliché; but allow the image of God to permeate through me and to be cognizant to knowing his voice at all times,” said Samita. “More God, less me.”
Get into the word more Trevor understands that the only way to have a successful and fruitful Christian experience he must get into the word, read his bible more often so he can “become familiar with the character of Christ”. In doing this, he believes his transformation will take place. “The Bible is a mirror for the Christian. If we want to know how we are supposed to be living then it is in the word that we must look to. I can’t say that I want to be more like God without first knowing who God or what his character looks like. That really is important to me and I I making a point to learn more about God everyday.
Bear more fruit Being Christian without baring the fruit of the spirit - love, joy, peace, hope and forgiveness is an oxymoron. It also does not reflect the teachings of Christ that talk about knowing God’s people by the fruit in their life. “This year is all about that for me,” Dominic said. “I am not comfortable calling myself a follower of Christ if I am not baring fruit in my life. If I am always angry all the time, there is no peace in my life, I am sad, depressed and struggling then I am like everyone else. Jesus called us to a life that is set apart and different. The only way I know to live that set apart life is to stay closely connect to him,” he said.