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Funeral Services For Robert Shim, 58

Shantia McKenzie, 24

of Jamaica & formerly of Culmersville, New Providence, of Agusta Street, New Providence, Bahamas died at Bahamas died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on The Princess Margaret Hospital on the Saturday, 29th Saturday, March 14th, 2020. February, 2020. Funeral service will be held at Sunset Mortuary & Graveside service will be held at Old Trail Cemetery. Crematorium in the Tranquility Suite at 11 am. Cremation Left to cherish her memories are her father, Shawn will follow. McKenzie; mother, Shanetta Thompson; one brother, Left to cherish his memories are his mother: Laura Shawn McKenzie Jr.; Two sisters, Cindy Dorsette & Whitfield; one brother, two sisters, nieces, nephews, and Christie McKenzie. a host of other relatives & friends. Family & friends may pay their last respects at the Old Family and friends may pay their last respects at Sunset Trail Cemetery from 10am until service time. Mortuary & Crematorium Tranquility Suite, from 10 am Notice: Due to covid-19 attending family members are until service time. asked to follow universal precautions by wearing a face Notice: Due to Covid-19 attending members are asked mask. Service is limited to 10 persons only. to wear face mask as we follow universal precautions. Service limited to 10 members only.

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Rev. Fr. Edward Alexander Seymour, 83

Mrs. El’Dora Frances Pyfrom-Wilchcome, 86

a resident of Knowles, Cat Island will be held on Friday, April 3rd, 2020, 10:00 a.m. at St. Matthews Anglican Church, Church and Shirley Streets. Officiating will be Bishop Laish Z. Boyd assisted by Archdeacon Kingsley Knowles and Canon Crosley Walkine. Interment will be made in St. Peter’s Church, St. Saviour’s Parish, Cat Island.

a resident of Charlene Drive, Carmichael Road and formerly of Rolleville, Exuma will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 4th, 2020 at the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads. Officiating will be Fr. Simeon Roberts assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel.

Due to the Government’s Orders and related restrictions placed on Funeral Attendance as a result of the COVID-19 Global Pandemic the family will comply with the government’s special regulations pertaining to funerals and apologize in advance for any inconvenience cause.

Due to the Government’s Orders and related restrictions placed on Funeral Attendance as a result of the COVID-19 Global Pandemic, the family will comply with the government’s special regulations pertaining to funerals and apologize in advance for any inconvenience cause.

His survivors include his Son: Khayl Seymour; Daughter: Janice Seymour; Brothers: Patrick and Norman Seymour; Sisters: Virginia Butler (Vergie) and Lilly Seymour; Nephews: Antonio (Cola Jean) Butler, Angelo (Sandra) Butler, Pedro (Marlene) Bain,Christopher Mackey, Kenneth Brice, Desmond and James Seymour; Nieces: Valerie (Dale) Gibson, Janet (John) DeBarros, Alecia (David) Johnson, Amoranna (Richmond) Maycock, Delrise (Dwayne) Daley, Cheryl Seymour, Melanie (Alvin) Thurston, Patricia (Randy) Hanna, Vanessa Rahming, Keturah (Keith) Bryan, Christina (Devon) Rahming; Numerous other relatives and friends including: Archdeacon James and Reverend Angela Palacious and Family, Tanya Webb-Pickstock, Martha Major, Monsignor Alfred Culmer, Robert, Elvis, Daphne and Katie Davis, Dawn Fox, Marlene Albury, Doreen Campbell, Kelsey Williams, Geraldine Hepburn, Joseph and Raymond Culmer, Michael Gardiner , Samuel amd Merlene Romer, Ruthmae King, Maybree Johnson, Suzie Hamilton, Caregiver Beverly Walker, Sidney Moncur, Cedric and Olga Wilson, Pastor Vernis Storr, The Hunter Family of Port Howe, Cat Island, King Family, Moncur Family, Romer Family, Strachan Family, Seymour Family, Butler Family, Charmaine and Jayson Bain, Farah Family, Larimore Family, The Anglican Community of The Bahamas , Cat Island in particular and the entire Community of Cat Island. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of The Sandilands Geriatrics Hospital. The family apologizes to anyone whose name was inadvertently left out; it is by no means intentional. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd, Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads, on Thursday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Friday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Eldora was Predeceased by her Daughter: Leonora Daley. Cherished memories are held by her Son: Eric Wilchcombe; Daughter-in-Law: Tonia Wilchcombe; Grandchildren: Denise (Maurice) Dorsett, Nafetina Davis, Tristan (Marquita) Wilchcombe, Eric Jr. & Kiandra Wilchombe; Great Grandchildren: Brenville, Brenice, Maurnice, Shermeca & Shamir Dorsett. Lamar, Lamara, Shiloh & Judah Wilchcombe. Davonya, Dwayne & Davanna Hanna: Great Great Grandchildren: Shamario & Shatario Dorsett, Shaquille Moss, E’Dash Stubbs, Dencil & Dennice Collie and Jabez Douglas; Niece: Bindy, Erica & Ursela Pyfrom; Grand Niece: Breeah Rolle & Disa Evans; Nephews: Daryl, Ricardo & Garth Pyfrom; Other Relatives and Friends including: Basil (Ena), Dora & Earnes Rolle, Vernice Dorsett & family, Shaune Forbes & family, Claudette Estwick-Kemp & family, Omari Hamlan & family, Chardell Estwick & family, Juanita Russel & family, Munsine Davis & family, Ruthmae Bain & family, Nettlie Rose & family, Susan (Ricardo) Curtis & family, Leotha Grant & family, Sharan (Timmy) Dean, Pastor Rev. Paul (Min Helen) McPhee & family, Asst. Pastor Gertrude Miller & family; The Carmichael Baptist Holiness Church family; Doctors & Nurses at Female Medical 2 (P.M.H); a special thanks to: Doctors & Nurses at Geriatric Hospital Sandilands for a job well done, and 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 from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m.

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Death Notice For Mr. Andrew Herdis Ganteaume, 74

Reandeo Knowles, 32 affectionately called

“Mando”

a resident of #12 Kool Air Estates, and formerly of Trinidad, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, March 27th, 2020. He is survived by his wife: Gloria; sons: Desmonde and Andrew Ganteaume Jr.; daughter: Irene Moss; eight grandchildren, one great grandchild; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

of Sandy Point, Abaco died at his residence in Abaco on Friday, March 27, 2020. He is survived by his wife: Dukisha Knowles; children: Keyshawn and Kamera Strachan, Malachi and Ramaya Knowles and Janayo and Malayar Russell; mother: Coreen Evans; father: Rudolph Knowles and host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

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Private Funeral Service for GWENDOLYN HANNA, 96 of Almond Grove, Sea Breeze Estates, will be held on Friday April 3rd, 2020, at the graveside in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery, Meeting Street. Officiating will be Rev’d Timothy Stewart. In compliance with current Government regulations, attendance is limited to ten (10) family members. Gwendolyn is predeceased by her husband: Leroy Pemmy Hanna; daughters: Norma Barbara Bowe and Donnelle Karen Knowles; son in law: Samuel Bain Left to cherish her memories are her children: Mrs. Sandra Bain, Rev. Patricia Bethell (Georgie), John Hanna and Pastor Leroy “Tinkle” Hanna (Melodie); sister: Mrs. Doris Fitzgerald; sister-in-law: Mrs. Marguerite Lewis; grandchildren and their spouses: Stuart Bowe (Vandorene), Camille Harrison, Angela Munnings (Carlton), Sonia, Simone, Andrew and Danielle Bain, Lisa Bethell, Deacon Trevor Bethell (Rev. Christina), Kim Braynen, Jan Knowles and Dr. Kenny Knowles, Dr. Phil Neymour (Carol), Tracey Raimondo (Mateo) and Jonathan Hanna (Tia); Dr. Noel Lyric Knowles (Giorgio) and Duet Hanna (Lydia); Dwayne Sweeting and Deborah Johnson (Alex); Tara Butler; great grandchildren: Stuart Bowe Jr., Shankira James (Julio), Nicole and Dominique Harrison, William Braynen, Christina Mounts, Dechea Deveaux, Charles Ethan Missick, Alexis and Nathan Neymour, Amarri and Adeia Bethell, Ethan Munnings, Gia, Gianna and Arianna Raimondo, Jazz and Melody Knowles; great great-grandchildren: Myles and Mia James; Numerous nieces and nephews and other family members including: The children and descendants of the late Mary Ellen Woodside, Lenora Curry, Hassam Munnings, Gertrude Munnings, Edith Hepburn, Wilfred Munnings, John Audley Munnings and Freddie Munnings Sr.; Doris Fitzgerald and family; Dorothy Hanna and Family, Carnetta Munroe and Family; Cleso Munnings and Family; Charmaine Fox and family; Rev. Leroy and Pastor Dolly Hanna and the entire Hanna and Hinsey Families of Love Hill and Fresh Creek Andros; Gwen McDeigan and family; Special friends: Marjorie Treco and Family; adopted sons: Elder Michael ‘Sarge’ Hanna (Stephanie) and Family and Kendall Stubbs and Family; Mrs. Rosalene Davis and Family; Justice Dame Anita Allen, Nurse Stephanie Dean, Nurse Pat Bethell, Sherwin Bethell and the entire Bethell family; Kenny Knowles and Family; L.M. Bowe and Family; Lynne Hanna & Family; Chef Charles Missick

and Family; Marco Strachan; Mya Minnis; The Genesis Academy Family; The Pembroke Academy Family; Rev. and Mrs. Timothy Stewart and the Bethel Baptist Church Family; Pastor and Mrs. Lyall Bethell and The Grace Community Church Family; Rev. Dr. Rex Major & Family; Rev. and Mrs. Mitchell Jones and the Annex Baptist Church Family; Rev. Alfred Stewart and the New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church Family; Rev. Melvin Grant and family; Rev. Ivan Butler and Family; Rev. Marina Sands and Family; Rev. Gloria Ferguson and Family; Mrs. Roselean Clarke & Family and Mrs. Rona Manzano, (caregiver); Deveus Jean; Rt. Hon. Perry Christie and Family, the family of the late Sir Clement and Lady Zoe Maynard, The Bahamas Retired Persons Association, The Back to The Island Singers, Stalwarts of the Progressive Liberal Party; The entire Valley Family; The P.I.G.S.; Valley Boys Junkanoo Group, Mr. & Mrs. Wisseh and the Quality Fabrics family; John Chea and Sons #2; McCartney Pharmacy and other friends and relatives too numerous to mention. Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Baptist Church, Meeting Street on Friday 3rd April, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

SISTER CECILIA (PAULINE MARGARET) ALBURY of Saint Martin Monastery and formerly of Harbour Island. She is survived by Sister Marva Bernadette Coakley, (prioress), The Benedictine Sisters and Oblates of Saint Martin Monastery; one sister: Theresa AlburyFairweather; one brother: George (Rick) Albury; one aunt: Barbara Bethel Woods. Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44 Nassau Street on Monday 6th April, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Private Funeral Service for MARINETTA HANNA, 90

family members.

of Anderson Street, will be held on Saturday April 4th, 2020. Officiating will be Rev’d Fr. Dwight Bowe, assisted by Canon Harry W. Ward and Canon Warren H. Rolle. Interment will take place at St. Agnes Cemetery, Nassau Street. In compliance with current Government regulations, attendance is limited to ten (10)

McCarthy & Family, Edna Simmons & Family, Denise Fertill & Family. Care Givers; Mrs. Kiki and Ms. Williams, Janice Weech and the Officers and Members of St. Mary’s Anglican Church Women (ACW) & ACM, Excelsior Temple of Elks, Household of Ruth #22, St. Agnes Church Family, ACW & Usher Board, Althea Clifford, Terrice Curry, Christine Adderley, Yolanda Fernander, Vanrea Williams & Family, Yontalay Bowe & Family, Fr. Dwight & Nancy Bowe, Bishop Laish & Joann Boyd, Canon Warren & Thelma Rolle, Canon Harry & Mrs. Ward, Rev. Angela Palacious, Ella & Sidney Whitfield, Mabel Gibson & Family, Lillian Gibson & Family, Angela Tynes & Family, Goal Alley & Anderson Street Families, many more too numerous to mention. Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44 Nassau Street on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Marinetta was predeceased by her daughters, Lynn Hanna-Demeritte & Renee Hanna. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 68 years: Allan Hanna, Children: Garnell Hanna-Kemp (Audley), Allan Hanna, Constance Hanna-Gibson (Carl). Grandchildren: Anya & Audley III Kemp, Tamal, Kache, Joshua Hanna, Carla, Chelsi & Cameron Gibson, Lynden Rahming (LJ). Great Grand Children: Sanaeya Robinson, Audley IV & Jah’mari Kemp, Aden Hanna; Sisters-in-law: Sestina Rolle (Freeport) Delores Hanna (Pittsburg) Dolores Hanna, Rosemary Hanna, Dr. Andree Hanna. Brothers-in-law: James Hanna (Pittsburg), Paul Hanna; Nieces: Darnell Rolle, Tanya Rolle, Donna McPhee, Marionette Rolle, Hazel (Revd Livingston) Bevans, Yvonne (Paul) McPhee, Minister Elsa Miller, Jamestina Scott, Helen Rolle, Althelda Hanna, Clarice HannaCooper, Gina Dean, Gail Stuart (New York), Terri Bellot, Dr, Alys Hanna-Morris (London, England), Tracy & Gina Stubbs; Nephews: Randolph & Alexander Scott, Tyrone, Hubert, Michael & Anthony Rolle, Eric & Everette Hanna (Pittsburg), Ivan Hanna Jr., Kevin Hanna, Alexander Hanna (London, England); Numerous grandnieces and grandnephews including: Brendan, Levarde, Jamal Rolle & Lynette Rolle, Letitia Lightbourne, Shantell Collie, Sidneynecka Russell, Mario, Likita & Alexis, Austin, Leonardo, DeAngelo, Lenmar Green, Torreanna Brown, Leonardo, CPL Livingston & CPL Lamar Bevans, Randolph Jr. Andromeda, Guilldume, Suschna, Sheens, Shonda, Aloysha, Jarrind, Alexandria, PC Alexis, & Brittany Scott, Leyvon III & Lavaughn Miller, Randy, Randesha & Randlyn Dean, Alvio, Genevie, Richard, & Mary Sands, Kayla Miller, Wanda Cartwright, Christopher Cassondra, James Lydel, Ce’Monne & Erica Hanna (Pittsburg), Latasieh Carey, Tonelle Cornish, Allison, Donavon, Kristina Dean, Zachary & Samantha Stuart (New York), Michael, Adrienne, Simone Bellot, Jacob & Daniel Morris (London, England), Maia & Alexia Hanna (London, England), Grace Eneas; Numerous Relatives & friends including, The Rolle, Butler, Bullard, Wilson, Hanna, Heastie, Tynes Families, Maxine Mitchell, Beryl Huyler, Audrey Fountain, Paula Williams, Verna Elcock, Joycelyn Adderley, Marguerite Jackson & Family, Alice Rolle, Joan Saunders, Daisy Pinto, Shirley Lightbourn, Elsie Smith, Eloise Colebrook, Carmen

Death Notices For DONALD LAWRENCE WILSON, 89 of Roland Avenue, Boyd Subdivision, died on Monday March 30th, 2020.

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He is survived by two daughters: Haley and Donnell Wilson; one son: Austin Wilson; two grandchildren: Brandon Wilson and JaiDon Haley; one sister: Sister Vernice Wilson of St. Martins Convent and other relatives and

WALTER STEPHEN SCAVELLA, 55 of Cambridge Drive, South Beach, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, March 24th, 2020. He is survived by his wife: RoyAnn Scavella; two daughters: La’shonda Scavella and Michelane Darville; one son: Dumonté Scavella; two grandchildren: Shanard Barry and Kennai Johnson; six sisters: Sandra Forbes, Alfreda Cleare, Anniemae and Carolyn Scavella, Ramona Rolle and Bessie Scavella; two brothers: Clarence Gibson and Darren Scavella and other relatives and friends.

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Death Notice For Gaynell Dames, 60

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of Flamingo Gardens died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, 29th March, 2020. She is survived by her Son: Daniel John Issac Clarke; Parents: Leonard & Dorothy Dames Sr.; Siblings: Franklyn Dames, Una Jane & James Allen, Cyprianna & Leroy Saunders, John Dames, Leonard & Tamara Dames, Donald Dames, Amos Dames Sr., Crystal & Everette Roach, Randolph Dames; Nieces and Nephews: Dhalia, Dayna & Dmtri Dames, Dr. Lonelle, Uri & Loneal Butler, Larissa & Gabriel Delancy, Schivano, Schrone & Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;mari Saunders, Jonathon, Javano, Jaden, Josiah & Jayla Dames, Leonard John Dames III, Inderia Major, Joshua, Daniella & Justin Dames, Amos Jr. & Amon Dames, Evette Lerice Roach and Gianno Clarke; Other relatives: Georgette Dames, Eulene Sands, Shantel Dames, Judymae Hanna, Marva & Marvette Ferguson, Remo Dean, Lorene Rolle, Ingrid McKenize and Tamika Lightbourne. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Cancer Society of The Bahamas. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

of Faith Avenueand formerly of Cargill Creek, Andros died at his residence on Tuesday, 31st March, 2020. He is survived by his 3 Daughters: Andree and Shaneria McKenzie and Phylisha CoakleyMcKenzie; Mother: Myterine McKenzie; 2 Brothers: Bernard & Lawrence McKenzie; 3 Sisters: Diana Seymour, Brendalee Woodside and Sandra Reid and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral announcements will made at a later date.

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A Private Funeral Service For

Steve Voltaire, 27

Community, St. Margaret Road Community, Bonaby Community, Band Club Association, Euna Gilbert and Family, Thompson Lane Family, Garden Well Corner Family. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street.

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of Garden Well Corner off Shirley Street who died on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 will be held Friday April 3, 2020 at 12:30p.m. at Old Trail Cemetery. Officiating will be Canon Crosley Walkine. Left to cherish his memories are his Stepmother, Deborah Evans; Stepfather, Joseph Pratt; One sister: Shantell Ferguson; One brother: Pedro Pratt; Three nieces: Alexshandria Tucker, Shalexis Ferguson and Derrisha Williams; One grandniece: Brenae Smith; Aunts: Lori Francis, Brenda Mackey, Andrea Francis, Jennifer Dotson, Velma Seymour, Adena Evans, Eilleen Sweeting and Patrice Evans, Pandora Brown and Karen Evans all of Chicago Illinois and Genice Barr; Uncles: Dwight Barr and Phillip Brown Sr. of Chicago Illinois; Cousins: Kenneth Eulin, Taurean Forbes, Jehu Francis, Laquana and Denver Moxey, Olivia Hanna, Gia, Garren and Evin Sweeting, Phillip Jr., Paiton and Pavia Brown of Chicago Illinois, Keisha and Kermeto Evans of Chicago Illinois, Lathario Pinder of Atlanta, Georgia, Lahendra Rolle, Mataya Bowles, Lashantian Dean, James Baptiste, Mariela Joseph, Conserve Eujene, Terrence Meuze, Ted Nelson Meuze, Telson Meuze, Phyllicia Major, Leon Butler and Shenique Pratt; Close friends includes: Alley, Lynden Johnson Jr., Pavia Crossgill, Amal Pratt, Leroy Stuart, Wellington and Raquel Whyms, Harold Lewis, Brandon Moss, Carol and Hyacinth Stuart, Lyon Road

Francina Bowe, 91

of White’s Lane died at her residence on Monday, March 30, 2020. She is survived by her three daughters, Sandra BethelCartwright, Tamanica and Tia Bethel; six sons, Bruce Beneby, Anthony, William, Warren, Glen and Stephen Bethel; four sisters, Maxine Eldon, Stephanie Gray, Victoria Barry of Miami, Florida and Mary Dames of George Town, Edina; one brother, Forrester Bowe; thirty-six grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and other relatives and friends including: Paulette Beneby, Sharon and Hattie Bethel, Daniel, Dareth and Creswell. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Mt. Royal Avenue & Talbot Street • Telephone: 676-5933/676-5934 • 24 Hour Emergency • cell: 395-8960 email: Vaughnojonesmemorial@gmail.com

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Prince Albert Symonette Sr., 88

Genevieve Antoinette Sampey, 65

affectionately called

“Old Tappy”

of Adderley Court, Bacardi Road and formerly of Rupert Dean Lane died at his residence on Monday, March 23, 2020. He is predeceased by his parents: Luellen Duncombe and Victor Symonette and granddaughter: Tamara Rahming. Prince Symonette is survived by his Wife: Shirley Johnson-Symonette; Sons: Prince Symonette Jr., Van Gibson, Godwin Taylor and George Brice; Daughters: Theresa Ford, Princess and Rose Symonette, Gertrude Ford, Donna Collymore, Bernadette Penn and Judy and Lucy Johnson; Grandsons: Justin and Aspenn Symonette, Marco Adderley, Desmond Allan, Neko Lockhart, Philip Moxey, Keno Saunders, Alvarez Plakaris, Danny, Dario and Dinasio Collymore,Tevon Rolle Jr., Van Jr. and Joe Gibson; Granddaughters: Brianna, Brittany and Courtnie Ford, Jasmine Johnson, Ruth and Bianca Penn, Znovia Wright, Janielle Ford, Esmeralda Ford-Crittenden, Kistell Collymore and Shirley and Vanny Gibson; Sister-in-law: Rev. Marilyn Thompson; Daughter-in-law: Racquel Wright; Sons-in-law: Andrew Ford, William Lockhart, Robert Ferguson, Danny Collymore and Eddie Ford; Numerous Great Grandchildren; Other Relatives and Friends including: The Bain and Grants Town, The Automall, The Sandilands Rehabilitation Center, The Royal Bahamas Police Force/ CDU, The Aquinas and The St. Cecilia Families; The Wellington St. Crew, Idris Reid and Family, Nigel Bowe and Family, The The McCartney Pharmacy and The Poseidon Table Families; Roland Pratt and Family, Maxian and Family, Brennen and Family, J. Carey and Family, Lewis and Family, The Plakaris family, Jason Deveaux and Family, The Adderley Court, Rupert Dean Lane and Edwards Avenue Families, The Rahming, Humes and Ford Families, Alfreida and Family, Nurse Angela Lightbourne and Family and many others too numerous to mention. In compliance with ‘The National Emergency Orders’ a Memorial Service will be announced at a later date.

of Quail Roost Ridge passed peacefully away at her residence on Friday, March 27, 2020. She was pre-deceased by her parents: Augustus and Eulalee Knowles and brothers: Charles and Douglas Knowles. She is survived by her Sons: Richard and Christopher Sampey; Sisters: Patricia Evans and Diana Knowles; Brothers: Eric and Augustus Jr. Knowles; many InLaws, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and a host of other relatives and friends.. In compliance with The National Emergency Order her burial will be private. The Family deeply appreciates your understanding

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Death Notice For Mrs. Pearline Merline Wallace, 87 affectionately called

“Pearl”

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Leoni Albertha Seymour, 56

of Gregory Street, Matthew Town, Inagua died at her residence on Saturday, 21st March, 2020.

of Hutchinson Street, Pyfrom’s Addition passed peacefully away on Monday, March 30, 2020. She is survived by her Daughter: Maris WallaceSands-Miller; Grandsons: Dario Sands and Inspector Darrington Sands (RBPF); Step Daughter: Donnette Sands; Daughter-in-Law: Cpl 3030 Sands (RBPF); Great Grandchildren: Simone Darlene Bennet and Daeavion, Goia and Kelisa Sands; Sister: Virginia Major; Brotherin-Law: Joseph Wallace; Sisters-in-Law: Sheila Carroll and Marie, Sarah and Ruth Wallace; Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Memories are held by her Husband: Randol Seymour Sr.; 6 Children: Anita Cartwright, Victonio Knowles, Renaldo Seymour, Randol Seymour, Faith Seymour, Felicia Seymour; Grandchildren: Jermera Dorsett, Tonnika Ingraham, Carmela & Carmelo Cartwright, Victorio Knowles, Brazil Seymour, Felando & Freenardo Jolly; Great Grandchildren: Amari Bastian; Mother & Father: Geneva Campbell & Samuel Nixon Sr. (Deceased); Sisters: Elva Nixon, Jennifer Ingraham, Giselle Fielder, Muriel McIntosh, Zelma Rolle & Debbie Cartwright; Brothers: Earl Darville, Nicholas Lindo, Dennis Harvey Sr., Samuel Nixon Jr., Henry Nixon; Nieces: Latoya Cartwright, Amapola Lindo, Duranique Lightbourne, Nacoya Seymour, Carlisa Ingraham, Brittany Harvey, Nicolle Moultrie, Gemma McIntosh, Hillary McIntosh, Shannon Nixon; Nephews: Dura Lightbourne Jr., Colin Ingraham Jr., Raul Lindo, Dennis Harvey II, Dennis Harvey III, Daniel Seymour, Rodrick Nixon, Ricardo Nixon; Sisters-inLaw: Tara Lindo, Leathe Williams, Pazia Bowe, Krimild Seymour, Michelle Gilbert, Ardis Ford, Dominique Seymour, Renee Nixon, Judy Nixon (Deceased); Brothers-in-Law: Colin Ingraham Sr., Errol Seymour Sr., Charles Seymour, Sewlyn Seymour, Preston McIntosh; Aunts: Luella Hanna, Elmada Stubbs; Uncles: Clarence Arnett; Godchildren: Andromata Smith, Dorchelle Bain; and a host of other Relatives and Friends too numerous to mention. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

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Mr. Michael Russell, 65 affectionately called “BIG MIKE” of #11 Roberta Drive, Ridgeland Park West, who died on Monday, March 9th, 2020 will be held on Saturday, April 4th, 2020. Officiating will be Father Johnathan Duka, assisted by Deacon Maxwell Johnson. Left to cherish his memories are his Children: Michaelette and Michael Jr. Russell; Grandchildren: Samari Covington and Sariah Thomas; Uncle: Leonardo Neely; Sisters: Patricia Whitfield, Coral Forbes, Claudia King, Sharlene Wilson, Paulamae Russell, Kelly Hanna and Betty Russell; Brothers: Dr. Julian, Christopher, Patrick, Kevin, Steven and Theophilus Russell; Sisters-in-law: Christiana, Lorraine, Shari and Alvera Russell; Brothers-in-law: Patrick Forbes and Siegefred Wilson; Nieces: Nicole, Zhen, Saysha, Jamila, Janay, Robyn, Renee, Sharell, Garcia, Courtney, Arielle, Madison, Kheri, Khali, Khaya and Charell; Nephews: Patrick Jr., Ryan, Tracey, Shavonne, Owen, Andrew, Jason, Garett, David, Siegefred Jr., Reno, Botkin and Shevon; Nieces-in-law: Kishlene, Miriam, Stephanie and Mindy; Nephews-in-law: Ricardo, Errol and Travel; Grand Nieces: Lashan, Lexus, Lavanda, Shavonta, Deor, Tanaya, Kianne, Naomi, Aaliyah, Onyjah, Johnnay Raven, Jade, Mercedes, Xania and Zion; Grand Nephews: McKeo, Ryan Jr., Deshawn, Rashaun, Ravaun, Shavonne Jr., Shannico, Trevor, Judah, Isaiah, Elijah, Ricardo, Z’nario and August; Great Grandniece: V’Lexia; Great grandnephews: Damari and Shantonio; Along with numerous Relatives and Friends including: Annette Whymms, Dr. Robert Gibson, Dorothy Hinsey and Family, Terrence Dorsette, Ira Roker, Alonzo Curry, Tito Collie, Carolyn Dorsette, Lillian Beckles, Levardo Deveaux, Cyril Hanna, Lloyd Bailey, Rosalie Strachan and Family, Rufus Bain, Wendell King, Stephanie Blatch, Jackie Carroll, Mr. and Mrs. Ethric Bowe, Children and Family of Betty Richardson, Eloise Moxey and Family, Coralee Forbes Bowe and Family, Karen, Mavis Dean and Family, Mrs. Zonicle and Family, Victoria Flowers and Family, Elverton Russell and Family of Florida; Children and Family of Lennox and Emmaline Taylor, Children and Family of Donald and Sylvia Neely, Children and Family of Sidney Neely, Michael, Ricardo, Marva, Marina and Betty Davis, Earlin, Cray Williams & Family, Dudley Moseys, The Nairn, Woods, Collie and Newton Families, Robert Francis, Cheryl, Deborah and Genie Bain, Jeff Rodgers, Joseph “Wally Joe” Dames, Eddie Rolle and Family, Peter Deveaux-Isaacs and Family, Yvonne Rutherford and Family, Kendal Jones and Family, Wellington Forbes and Family, Bishop Joseph, The family of Our Lady of the Holy Souls Catholic Church, the Family of Providence Baptist Church, the Family at Covenant Life Presbyterian Church and the Aquinas class of 1972. Viewing will be held at Clarke’s Funeral Home & Crematorium on East West Highway on Friday, April 3rd, 2020 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.

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Funeral Service For Una Elizabeth Miller 82

a resident of Mermaid Drive and formely of Fresh Creek, Andros, will be held on Saturday, 4th April, 2020, 10:00 a.m. at the Gravesite Lakeview Memorial Gardens, J.FK Drive. Officiating will be Msgn Alfred Culmer. She is survived by her Two sisters: Mrs. Gwendolyn Albury and Mrs. Mary Moxey; One brother: Mr. Harold Miller; Sisters-in-Law: Juliette Miller & Hazel Miller; Brother-in-Law: Lester Albury; Cousins: John Sands, Franklyn Junior Sands of Miami, Florida and Bradley Sands and their children; Nieces: Elizabeth Simmons, Jeanette Florence, Johann Sampson (Berry) all of Miami, Florida; Missionary Elizabeth Simms (Deac. Stevenson), Brenda Jones (Mosel), Sheila MillerStuart (Vandyke), Angela Bain (Christopher), Annily Coakley (Christopher), Pastor Unay Jones (Pastor Terrance), Lillian McPhee (Glen), Linda MillerNeilly, Tabitha Cartwright (Bertram), Gazzola Robinson, Bettrah Mitchell (Samuel), Mavis Rahming, Minerva Higgs (Arthur), Jennifer Murray, Charmane Miller, Charlene Paul (Rev Patrick), Patty Miller, Marsha Miller, Marina Strachan (Norman), Carla Armbrister (Phillip), Nicole Miller, Juliet Taylor (Rev.Shayne); Denise Beneby (Kevin); Nephews: James Eddie Dames (Lydia), Allen Peterson, Gary Simmons all of Miami, Florida; Asheville MillerNeilly, Valvay Miller (Julia), Delacorte Miller, Sanyo Miller, Bravio Miller (Sharese), Rando Miller, Belco Miller (Deborah), Elsworth Miller, Wayne Miller (Sherry), Harold Miller Jr., Felix Miller, George Miller, Elgin Miller, Benjamin Miller, Valentino Mckinney of Hamburg Germany, and Romeo Delancey (Lisa); Grand Nieces: Iva Mobley (Joseph), Edie Brazzel (Eric) Teresa Rice, Sonya Pinckney, Nickia Sampson, Lachanda Harvey, Tamesha Harvey, Shanique Gomez (Will), Shuran Miller, Akeitha Lester, Alicia Pascal, Christina Summons, Vazetta Williams (Dexter), Fayren Knowles, Toleca Simms, Lara Simms, Oshur Simms, Tameka Nixon (Tommy), Tanya Russell (Terry), Roslyn Miller, Rodena Lewis, Monica Jones, Shenika Williams, Latika Penn, Lekita Chambers (Randolph) of Atlanta Georgia, Leshanda McPhee, Malisa Cartwright, Shakerra Cartwright, Keturah Cartwright, Jeneva Forbes, Janeka Williams, Johnette Robinson, Samantha Mitchell, Sandra Mitchell, Toya Miller, Kendra Miller, Saireah Miller, Royann Miller, Rochelle Hatcher-Kemp, Rakell Pearce (O’Brien), Brettina Rolle, Christamara Bain, Sharell Coakley-Lewis (Perry), Kokea Alford (Jeremiah) of Atlanta Georgia, Arthurnelle Higgs, Kezia Paul, Lauralee Forbes (Brian), Bridgette Strachan, Lauren Strachan, Carlissa Armbrister, Philicia Nlandu (Zola) Nickia Bethel, Brynica Bethel, Shaynette Taylor; Grand Nephews: James Dames, Larry Simmons, Robert Simmons, Malcom Simmons, Richard Sampson, Berry Sampson Jr., Gary Summons Jr., Timothy Summons, Aaron Summons, Edgar Knowles, Toreco Simms, Ore-el Simms, Roston Lewis (Kristenette), Robert Miller, Glen McPhee Jr, Delbert Miller, Ricardo Miller, Stephano Miller, Marcio Miller, Ashley Miller, Rayvon Miller, Martin Miller, Mathrew Miller, Kashad Cartwright, Clifford Miller, Jonathan Robinson Jr., Jerome Robinson, Samuel Mitchell, Solomon Mitchell, Ki-el Miller, Lemuel Miller, Deangelo Bain, Chrisandro Smith, Terrance Jones Jr., Craig Thompson, Arthur Higgs Jr., Malvin Higgs, Kohfe Miller, Jabez Paul, Vencott Knott, Dentri Strachan (Lorissa), Isaiah Strachan, Philip Armbrister Jr., Brian Bethel Jr., Joshua Taylor, Ramon Delancey, and a host of other relatives and friends including: Delvin (Eunice) Taylor, Dorenda (Jeff) Davis, Bettina (Mark) Robinson, Alexandrea Belle, Staffica (Sarone) Kennedy; Children of the late Lonnie Wilson including Sarah (Dr. Reginald) Carey, Diane (Benry) Smith; Children of the late Bessie Adderley including Pauline (Hugh) Edgecombe; Children of the late Carriemae James including Darnell Fowler, Craig (Lisa) Scott, The entire Sands and Miller families, St Joseph Catholic Church Parish, Mrs. S. Unwala and the staff and nurses at the Female Surgical 1 ward of the Princess Margaret Hospital, The Smith family of Golden Gates#1, her longtime friend Cora Roberts, and her neighbors Jason & Lucy and lots more great grands & great-great grand nephews and nieces and other family, friends and neighbors too numerous to mention.

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Death Notices for DERECK CULMER, 64

QUEEN ELIZABETH HEPBURN, 75

of Yamacraw Hill Road, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, March 30th, 2020.

of Hampden Road, Stapledon Gardens and formerly of Simms, Long Island, died at her residence on Monday, March 30th, 2020.

He is survived by his Daughters: Yvette, Debbie, Monillissa and Raquel Culmer and Monique Culmer-Arnett; Son: Dereck Culmer II; Sister: Olga Leonce of Canada; Brother: William Culmer; Son-inlaw: Claudwell Arnett; Daughter-in-law: Gimel Culmer; 20 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.

She is survived by her Son: Patrick Bethel; Daughter-in-law: LaRhonda Bethel; Sister: Pearline Cartwright; Brother: Noris Smith; 3 grandchildren: Jasmine and Peyton Bethel, and Claron Morley; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

RUBY DAPHNE BOWE, 70 of Soldier Road, died on Wednesday, March 25th, 2020.

HAZEL FAIRY QUEEN BAIN-BULLARD, 88 of Pine Forest Close, Jubilee Gardens and formerly of Cat Island, died at her residence on Tuesday, March 31st, 2020.

She is survived by her Brothers: Pastor She is survived by her Daughters: PaGerald Bowe Sr. and Franklin Bowe; mela Bullard, Elena Minns, Netlin, Aunt: Dorcas Bain of Ft. Lauderdale; Blondell and Olga and Rowena Bullnumerous nieces and nephews; and a ard; Sons: Min. Alphaeus and Hezekiah Bullard; Sister: Coral host of other relatives and friends. Kemp; 34 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

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Death Notices for

LEROY ULRICK NEWTON SR., 73

LYDIA GORDON, 88

a resident of Blanket Sound, Andros, died at PMH on Monday, March 30, 2020.

a resident of #1551 Lincoln Blvd. & formerly of Bennetts Harbour, Cat Island died at her residence on Wednesday, March 25, 2020.

He is survived by his wife: Edna Forbes Newton; 3 daughters: Marva Newton, RN Tamaris Newton & RN Deandra NewtonHepburn; 4 sons: Jerome, BDOC Cpl Leroy Ulrick Newton, BDOC Off. Garvin Newton & Montell Newton; 1 brother: Clyde Newton of Freeport, Grand Bahama; 6 sisters: Ellen & Charmaine Newton, Linda Williams, Dolly Hanna, Amanda McIntosh & Irene Harris; 7 grandchildren, numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

She is survived by her 1 daughter: Gloria Jennings; 5 sons: Lloyd, Edmund, Joseph, Andrew & Oneil Gordon; numerous grands and great grand children & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

KENNY CHRISTOPHER RECKLEY SR., 37

MELENA ROLLE, 73

a resident of Dominica Way, Golden Gates II, died at PMH on Friday, March 27, 2020.

She is survived by her daughter: Angela McPhee; numerous grandchildren & a host of other relatives & friends.

He is survived by his mother: Lorrine Reckley; father; Grafton Reckley; 2 sons: Kenny Reckley Jr. & Kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Len Bodie; 1 sister: Christin Reckley; 1 brother: Chris Reckley; grandmother: Paula Munroe; grandfather: Caleb Reckley; 3 adopted sisters: Nakita Reckley, Raquel Ramotar & Lakeira Dames; 6 uncles, 5 aunts, 6 nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

a resident of Honeycombe Street, died at PMH on Saturday, March 28, 2020.

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Death Notices for

SHAMIKA KNOWLES, 40

a resident of Gibbs Corner, died at her residence on Sunday, March 22, 2020. She is survived by 1 son: Frank Alexio Knowles; 1 daughter: Shavontya Knowles; sisters: Lakeisha Lewis, Odena Brennen, , Dominelle Knowles Tiffany, Laytoya, Nadia, Shantell & Felecia; 1 brother: Gerod Knowles; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

NEVILLE STEPHEN SMITH, 60

a resident of Eastwood Estates, died at PMH on Thursday, March 26, 2020. He is survived by his wife: Alana Jeanice Smith; 4 sons: Neville Lamont, Keno Stephen, Theo Ulrick & Blair Carlton Smith; 1 daughter: Sophie Alana Smith; 5 grandchildren: Kayson, Kenson, Tekei, Liam & Issa; 5 brothers: Terrence, Dave Shannon, Sterling, Anthony & Tony Smith; 6 sisters: Ingrid Davis, Charmaine, Natasha Yvette, Allison Moss, Charlene Rowe & Kandies Smith; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

EDWIN SAMUEL CULMER, 71

a resident of Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera, died at PMH on Friday, January 31, 2020. He is survived by his aunt: Pastor Hilda Allen; cousins: Pastor Glenn Miller, Vaughn Miller M.P., Mary Miller, Parnell Sands, Christine Carey & John Carey, Pastor Gladstone Curry, Kinky Allan, Karen Gardiner, Julieann Carey, Esther Allen, Roosevelt Allen & Genieva Pinder & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

EULIE BROWN, 91

a resident of Gamble Height, Baillou Hill South & formerly of Old Bight, Cat Island, died at her residence on Wednesday, March 25, 2020. She is survived by her 6 daughters: Carmetta Walker, Joycelyn Cartwright, Sheila Mae Brown, Ruthnell Brown, Winifred Neely & Magarita Ume; 2 sons: Winfield & Christopher Brown; 57 grandchildren, 97 great grandchildren, 15 great, great grandchildren & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

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Death Notice For

George Douglas Carey, 88

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that

of Ocean Club Estates, Nassau, The Bahamas, died at his residence, on Friday, March 27th, 2020. He was predeceased by his wife: Enith Rosalia “Anne” Carey; son: Captain Kirk Carey; parents: William Carey and Mary Carroll-Carey; brothers: Eugene “Porkie” Carey, William Maitland Carey and Eric Carey; sister-in-laws: Linda Carey, Meridith Knowles, Esley Darville, Jeanette Cartwright, Martha Meleznera, and Keva Clarke; niece: Sharon Carey Erickson. He is survived by his sons, Dr. Anthony Carey and Mario A. Carey; grandsons, Cole Carey and Kiano Carey; great grandsons, Sebastian Peterkin, Lucian Williams, Rafael Peterkin and Marius SawyerGarza; granddaughters, Amber Peterkin, Sasha Carey, Colleen CareyWilliams, Heather Carey, Abigail Richardson and Isobel Carey; great granddaughter: Everly Williams; daughters-in-law, Denise Carey, Margaret Carey and Venita Carey; sister-in-law, Eva Knowles; grandsonsin-law, Alexander Peterkin, Dustin Williams and Tyler Richardson; nieces and nephews, Linda, Deborah, Jonatan Jude, Michelle, Judy, Deshelle, Derek, Faran, Heavyn, Dwayne, Reverend Kelli Jolly, Christopher, Brad, Ryan, Lauren, Mildred, Predencia, Jess, Barbara, Paul and Paula, Martha, Keith, Steve, Debbie, Marsha, Philip, Richard, Lisa, Kathy, Jeanette, Betty, Patricia, Robert, April, Astrid, Ingrid, Nancy, Anthony, Judith and Edsel and numerous other friends and family including, Maxine Fagen, Catherine Theresias, Nigel Rolle, Ruby and Gio Valdez, Andrika, Cecile Knowles, Armond, Olivia, Hildred, Justine, Adena, Violet, Hildred, Isobel, Maxwell, Leon, Dina, Charmaine, Cheryl, Doreen, Jason, Abigail, Pattie, Betty Cole, Tony Craig, Harold Melnzer, Justine Cartwright, Randy Widden Craig Pyfrom, Jack Moree, Ken and Alex Mexmer, Andrew Rodgers, Paul Cooper, Michael Sohmer, Mary Goins, Prince and Pansy Lewis, Roger Griffin, Derek Wilson, Dr. Timothy McCartney and Family, The Carter Family, Ravi Jesubatham and family, The Ledard Family, Brandon Beckers and family, Steven Jenkins and Family, Ignatious Burrows and Family, Michael Knowles and Family, Ed Fields and Family, Mychal Thompson and Family, Dr. Mark Davies Family Andy Thompson and Family, Colin Pinder and Family, Mike Pinder and Family, Andrea Albury and Family, Ray Minus and Family, Melanie Lyons and family, Kathryn Lightbourne and Family, The Moree Family, The Nixon Family, The Gape Family, The Treco Family, The Roberts Family, The Lightbourne Family, The Cartwright Family, The Carroll Family, The Scott Family, The Cancino Family, The Mailis Family, The Percentie Family, The Cook Family , Dr. Darius Bain, Dr. DuVaughn E. Curling, Dr. Leonardo Culmer, Dr. Justine Knowles, The Ebenezer Men’s Fellowships, The YPO Family, The Towers of Cable Beach Family and Friends, the BHG/MCR Family, Ocean Club Estates Family and Friends, St. Andrews School Boca Raton Family and Friends. In lieu of flowers the family request, donate blood to either Hospitals Blood Bank. Funeral Service, date and time to be announced. Arrangements by Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited.

Hubert “Hubie” Pinder

of Green Turtle Cay, Abaco, lost his battle with cancer on Friday afternoon, March 27th. He leaves behind many friends and family members, including a brother and sister-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews and their families, who will miss his warm smile and gentle heart. At just 16, Hubert left his home on Green Turtle Cay to work at the Bahamas Ironmongery in Nassau. After completing his studies in Florida and living for a short time in New Jersey, he returned to Nassau, where for nearly two decades, he worked at Head Hunters Beauty Salon, amassing a dedicated clientele. During the mid-1980s, he returned home to Green Turtle Cay and opened Hubert’s Cuts and Curls. Several generations of Green Turtle Cay residents, as well as countless second homeowners and visitors, enjoyed stopping by Hubert’s for a haircut and a chat. Hubert was, as someone recently described him, a fine man and a gentle soul. An animal lover who took it upon himself to feed the local stray cats, he was instrumental in raising funds for community projects, and he quietly lent support to relatives and friends in need. His family wishes to thank those who were there for Hubert during his time of need. To his family and friends in Nassau, Abaco and throughout North America who contributed toward medical bills and other expenses, cooked meals, visited, called or sent prayers and well wishes, please know that Hubert was touched and humbled by your love and generosity. Thanks also to Dr. Williamson Chea, his team of doctors, the nurses and staff of Male Surgical 1 at Princess Margaret Hospital and the staff and patients at the Cancer Society Cancer Caring Centre. Your kindness toward Hubert was very much appreciated. We also thank the Cancer Society of the Bahamas and the Abaco Cancer Society for their generous support, and Reverend Lightbourn of Ebenezer Methodist Church for his comforting words and kind visits. A service in celebration of Hubert’s life will be held on Green Turtle Cay at a later date. In the meantime, in lieu of flowers, his family asks that memorial donations in Hubert’s name be made to the Cancer Society of The Bahamas, P.O. Box S.S. 6539, Nassau (cancersociety.bahamas.org).

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A Private Funeral Service For Mr. Prince Wilfred Williams, 56

Providenciales Turks and Caicos; dear friends including :Patricia Clare, Andrew Cumberbatch, Frankie Victory, of Williams Drive, Cowpen Road Dwight Colebrooke, Lynn Terez Davis-Nixon and a will be held on Saturday, April host of others too numerous to mention. 4th, 2020. Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at As mandate by the Prime Minister Serenity Funeral Home and Crematorium #153 Baillou of the Commonwealth of the Hill Road on Friday from 12:00noon to 3:00pm. Bahamas concerning the World wide COVID 19 Pandemic The Services entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home and Private Funeral Service will be Crematorium. “Where the NAME is SERVICE and conducted under the regulations your Loved One Ours.” implement by The Rt. Hon. Hubert Minnis Prime Minister inregard to COVID 19 Pandemic.

Mrs. Madeleine Lafleur, 51

Left to cherish memories are 2 Sons: Travis and Kristopher Williams; Mother: Iris Williams; 1 Aunt: Evalyn Williams King; 2 Brothers: Godfrey Sr. and Ricardo Wiiliams; 6 Sisters: Kathleen Williams, Esther Williams, Winifred Tetteh-Owuso, Wilda Kennedy, Francita Gould and Jacqueline Dorsett; 3 Brothersin-Law: Voxmus Tetteh –Owusu, Benmore Kennedy and Gerald Gould Sr; 2 Sisters-in-Law: Monica and Marsha Wiiliams; 12 Nephews: Irvin Sr, Patrick & Benjamin Wilson, Bradley and Desmond Strachan, Patrick Jr., Rashad Thompson and Gerald Gould Jr.; 20 Nieces: Ruth, Monica, Tafarrah, Shervine and Takisha Williams, Linda Grace, Diann Marshall, Bettyanne Rubio, Monique Scott, Carolyn Adderley, Sonia Rios, Barbara Milord, Travia Hepburn, Theameaka Francis, Tadia Knowles, Tamara Rolle, Tara Burrows, Takeya Mitchell, Tiawanna Pruitt, and Allison Darlin; 39 Grand Nephews; 35 Grand Nieces, 30 Great Nieces and Nephews, The Staff of( L.A.V.) Lighting Audio Visual Rentals; the Handfield and Williams communities of North Caicos; the Howell and Rigby communities of

of Plantol Street and formerly of Haiti died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, March 30th, 2020. Mrs Lafleur is survived by her Husband: Baucius Dugue; daughters: Britney Dugue and Natasha Nonord of Haiti; sons: Johnsley Louisa and Brian Dugue Yvette (decreased); Sisters: Farrington, Avani Lafleur, Merlande and Louissaint Milfort; one brother: Lucien Milfort; numerous nieces nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Services entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home and Crematorium. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. Where the NAME IS SERVICE,and your Loved One Ours.

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Funeral Service For

Valentino Dario Brown, 46 affectionately called

‘Jimbo - Bigs’

March 10th, 1974 - March 13th, 2020 Orange Blossom Avenue, Garden Hills #3, formerly of Mastic Point, Andros will be held on Saturday, 4th April, 2020, 10:00am at the graveside at Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road, New Providence, Bahamas. Officiating will be Apostle Glenford Pinder. Intermit will follow. Left to cherish his memories are his Loving Wife: Donna Brown; Children: Tanesha Russell and Kevin Thorpe; Grandchildren: Imani and Tevin Thorpe, Ranell and Shakai Russell; Sisters: Maxcine Brown, Melissa Dean and Sylvia Cargill; Brothers: Ringo Brown, Fabian Brown Sr., Neville Dean and Percy Marshall; Nieces: Ashley Brown, Joudelle and Jonaz Pierre, Brendisha Brown, Payton Brown, Sofia Riley, Quintera Baillou; Nephews: Rockey Brown, Clint Cargill, Rashard Cargill, Justin Smith, Sylron Riley, Lashawn Riley, Fabian Brown Jr., Jerome Brown, Shanton Brown and Hubert Dean; Aunts: Marina Baillou-Stevens, Albertha Baillou, Betty Baillou and Evangeline Willams; Uncles: Alexander Rolle, Joseph Rolle, Burton Brown, Cyril Rolle and Davine Willams Sr.; Grandaunts: Ruth Russell-Ward, Cleomie Russell-Saunders, Rev Mavis Gaitor, Shirley Gaitor, Sarah Russell of Freeport, Grand Bahama; Mother-in-Law: Angella Hackett-Scott; Sisters-in-Law: Carolyn and Tonya Green; Brothers-in-Law: Raheem Palmer, Paul Green and Phillip Walker; Cousins: Dwight Johnson, Sonya Brown, Keano Brown, Jamond Baillou, Jamal Turnquest, Elvis Reckley, Andi Baillou, Alfred Rahming, Samuel Stevens and Davinci Williams Jr., Carmille Mackey, Shanique Reckely, Patricia Johnson, Caffie Dorsett, Nellie Collins Young, Shekira Collins, Sylvian Rahming, Lashantay Baillou, Tena Williams, Anna Jessicea Rolle, Summer Rolle, Joam Ferguson, Sherlyn Smith, Vevilan Hopkins, Helliana Cooper, Monique Baillou, Jackie Gaitor, Kenya Sential, Kim Morley, Jack Sential, Ty Ferguson, Dike and Prince Hopkin, Leston, Ivan, Levan, James, Jhon, Andrea, Niki and Dencina Gaitor, Eddie and Aaron Gaitor, Lateria Gaitor, Karlean Darville, Laferia and Sanitor Gaitor, Hariette, Stacey, Denvand

Latario Gaitor, Anton Goodman, DD and Troy Gaitor, Shonell Gaitor, Fance, Roker, Alex, Raymond, Bernard, Ricardo Baillou, Ramond, Jamal, Sherise Gaitor, Peggy Francis, Rappy Saunders, Makal McBride; Numerous relatives and friends including: Brien Tappin, Verlene Mackey, Ricardo Deleveaux (Mother) Maria Lewis, The Swann Family, Orange Blossom Ave Family, Sanctuary Ministries Inc. Family headed by Apostle Glenford Pinder, The Lawnscapes Limited Family, The Grove Family, Godfrey Williams, Sandra Clarke, The Market Street Family, Mr. Newton & Family, Alice Smith, Quest, Kevin Sturrup, Bradon Bowe, Gomeko, Casio Cambell (Ninja), Maximillan, Precious, Yaphet, Carlson, Harry Smith Crew, Hector, Jeffrey (Dwarf) and others, Joyful House Crew, Soul, Bogin Sam, Felix Riley and Neil Russell, Simba & Family, The Lyford Cay Hospital Medical Staff; and numerous family and friends, all of whom he loved and touched deeply, too many to mention. Family may pay their last respects at Newbold Brothers Chapel on Palmetto Avenue and Acklins Street on Friday, April 3, 2020 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and at Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road, New Providence, Bahamas on Saturday, 4th April, 2020 from 10:00 am to service time.

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Eleanor Minerva Brennen, 68 affectionately called “Ms. El” of #6 Summer Avenue, Gleniston Gardens died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, March 24, 2020. She is survived by her husband: Bertram Nelson Brennen; Daughters: Registered Nurse Shavone Brennen-Deveaux and Bernadine Brennen; Son: Sean Brennen; Stepsons: Cordell and Angelo Brennen; Three grandchildren and numerous relatives and friends. Funeral arrangement will be announced at a later date.

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A Priviate Service For Kianna Moncur, Talisha Moncur, Kenya Deveaux, Antonio Arlean Gilbert Pratt, 71 Deveaux; Aunt: Mae Gilbert; Cousins including: Ruth Cloud, of Nassau Village. Arlean was predeceased by her parents Jerome and Mildred Gilbert; brother: Eugene Gilbert; sister: Hedrey Symonette. Left to cherish her memories are her Children: Ural (Sheyanne) and Marcantel (Jankah) Pratt; Adopted Son: Zhivargo Pratt and Kirk Johnson; Grandchildren: Aliyah Newton, Sai’lah and Zaiden Pratt and Marcantel Jr., Janelle and Angelo Pratt; Adopted Grandchildren: Alexander Smith Jr. and DaShad Davis; Sisters and their spouses: Elenaor (Rudolph) Douglas, Adelaide Woodside, Erma Moncur, Eloise (Real) Storr and Sandra Roker; Brother and spouse: Elkannah (Carol) Gilbert; Brother-in-Law: Dudley “Teddy” Symonette; Nieces: Carolyn Douglas-Evans, Antoinette (Kent) Deveaux, Bernadette Father Whitfield) Hutcheson, Ambrosine (Neil) Poitier, Patrice (Chavan) Robinson, Krizia Woodside, Keva (Ron) Miller, Nurse Meagan (Inspector Kendal) Smith, Shenequa (Drameco) Glinton, Yolanda (Livingston) Thompson, Demetria, and Shekeria Storr, Martina (Javan) Bosfield, Patrinka Charlton, Judy, Vernell, Debbie, Elvira and Karnell Gilbert, Rev. Patrice Strachan, Faye (Cade) Darling, Lisalette Meko (Garlin) Rolle, Olivia Moore, and Chewuakii Symonette; Nephews: Ricardo (Shenika)Douglas, Nathaniel, Eddie (Sherelle) and Jerome (Esther) Gilbert, Daren and Larry Woodside, Valentino (Paula) Woodside, Cardinal and Dwight (Rowena) Moncur, Carson Storr, Petty Officer Wilbert Artemus (Sherry), Anthon and KipKeno(Carnell) Gilbert, Javaugn Longley, Theo Clarke, Dave (Margo) Russell, Russell (Jane) Strachan, Darrold and Ramon Francis, Christian Rolle, Anthalanya Thompson, Delone (Sherel), Kenrix and Trevino Symonette; many grandnieces and grandnephews including: Marine Seaman Decordre Glinton, Marine Seaman Denzel Hutcheson, Carnika Major, Algernae Knowles, Leonardo Deveaux, Travis Wilkinson, Raja Bejarano,

Sidney Major, Paul Major, Pauline Williams, Idamae McMinnis, Doral Bain, Waltor Bain, Gaynell Gilbert, Ocsar Alberta, Queenie Gilbert, Neil, Philip, Bonnie, David Gilbert of Freeport, Kendal Delores, Carter & Renal Butler of Cat Island, Dereen Burrows of Freeport, Anita Dorsette, Loretta Neely, Bonnie-Mae Singleton of Miami Fl., Pearline Johnson, descendants of Sheva Dean, Lizzie Major, Cleveland, Arthur and Evelyn Bain; Other relatives and friends including: Rev. Benjamin Gibson and Family, Ivy Clarke and Family, John Darville and Family, The Curry Family, The Munnings Family, Mrs. Lockhart and Family, Mr. & Mrs. Simms, John Burrows and Family, Lucinda Burrows-Smith and Family, Sarahlee Rolle and Family, John Frazer and Family, Gerraldo Burnside and Family, Kirklen Munnings, Barbra Wright and Family, Williamae Kemp, Edith Sawyer and Family, Commonwealth Brewery Family, Apex Construction, Treco Construction, Woodies Liquor Store, The Cat Island Association, Sunshine Prayer Group, Southland Cathedral Church family, The Nassau Village (Butler St) Family, South Beach (Marigold Lane) Family, Due to the overwhelming circumstances, we sincerely apologize to anyone we may have omitted.

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Felecia Arnette Roberts, 61 of Armbrister Street, Fox Hill died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, March 23rd, 2020. She is survived by her husband: Patrick Roberts; sons: David Patrick Roberts and Jerome Roberts; sisters: Sandra Arnette, Marsha Arnette, brother: Gregory Arnette, Warren Arnette and 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 Priviate Service For Judith Grant, Ricardo Adderley, Nedra Rodgers, Julian, Jeffery, Phyllis Valderline Grant, 75 Livingstone and Rudy Grant, Ramon, Rashad, Gwyneth and

of #37 Ferguson Road off West Bay Gabrielle Grant of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bekera Taylor Street and formerly of the Bluff, North Lakisha Knowles, Beaundra Grazette, Fraya, Nyasha, Calvin Jr. and Calvonya Grant Eutshia and Edish Grant, Navado Grant, Eleuthera . Gewaine Grant, McClain, Dwight and Rayer Maynard, Ruth Precious memories will remain in the Daniels and Kenneth Hunt of Miami, Florida, Nurse Deloris hearts of her Sons: Laurel Wayne Grant, Murray of Miami, Florida, Mrs. Maybell Gibson and Family, and Erinn Elwood Grant; Daughters: Mrs. Rosetta Hudson and Family, Mrs. Majorie Heastie and Donnalyn Mechelle Walker, Raquel Family, Shameka Fernander and Family, Kevin and Bernadette Mercedes Smith and Denae Angelia Collins and Family, Franklin and Deborah Young and Family, Marsh; Sons-In-Law: Graham Walker Mrs. Olivia Parkinson and Family, Robindson Louima and of Yorkshire England, Rodney Marsh- Family, Jean Newry and Family, Margaret Saunders and Family, St. Anne’s Jamaica. And David Smith; Grandchildren: Yhen Joan Gibson, Joy “In the Moring” Rolle, Ms. Maria Roberts and and Yhaden Smith, Jonel, Lauriel and Lauren Grant, Dylan Family, Mrs. Inell Reckley and Family, Mr. Gregory Stuart and and Caitlin Walker, Yasmin and Ashlee Marsh, Erinnique, Family, Mrs. Charlotte Williams, All the members of The Bluff Denz Erinn Jr, Romeo and Kineo; Grant Great Grandchildren: Seventh Day Adventist Church and The Bluff Burial Society Pricilla and Leo Fowler, Amiyah Hanna, Carmelo and Katelyn and Community and many others too numerous to mention. Grant, Christen and Christopher Grant and Symphony Smith; Sisters: Zella Sturrup, Marguerite Ann Moxey, and Angela Death Notice For Demeritte; Brothers: Roger and Gregory Moxey; Brothers and Sister-in-Law: Bill Sturrup, Lester Demeritte and Roselda Ann Moxey; Cousins: Rodney, Julie, Ainsworth Grant and Agatha of #36 Windward Avenue died at his Anderson of Columbus Georgia; Aunt: Gloria Grant; Nephews residence on Saturday, March 28th, 2020. and Nieces: Henry Moxey, Rena Major, Lisa Thomas, Godfrey Moxey Jr. Bernice Scaggs, Otis Moxey, Roselyn Kerr, Fredrick He is survived by his wife: Leebeth Neely Agatha Hepburn Elaine McDonald, Neville Neely, Basil Minnis; son: Keith Minnis; daughter: Neely, Laurie Neely, Christine Cash, Kimberly Albury Andrea Tasia Minnis; sisters: Viola Minnis, Russell of Atlanta Georgia Vernae Lazare, of Freeport, Grand Reynell Neely, Jewelle Bethel and Ida Bahama, Jason Sturrup, Jamal Sturrup, Jamise Rolle, Michelle Minnis; brothers: Bradley and Phillip Moxey Barry and Elway Pickstock, Dwight Moxey; and a host Minnis; and other relatives too numerous of other grandnephews and grandnieces; Special Relatives and to mention. Friends including: Bernard Grant, Gary Grant, Edgar Grant, Calvin Grant, Clifton Grant and Lowell Grant, Alda GrantTynes Naomi Grant, Joan Grant, Christine Grant, Yvonne Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and Grant, Carolyn Grant, Jamey Daniels of Atlanta Georgia, details will be announced at a future date.

Keith Marvon Minnis, 60

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A Priviate Service For Stephens; Other relatives and friends: The Butler Family, Otis Nehemiah Rolle, 58 Fox Hill Family, Kemp Road Family, Anthony and Sharon of Reeves Street. Loving and fond memories will linger in the hearts of his Wife of 10 years: Tonette Rolle; 1 Daughter: O’Tonette Rolle; 1 Adopted son: Jeramine Butler; 2 Brothers: Norman Rolle and Lionel Rolle Jr.; Father-inlaw: Percell Ferguson; 3 Brothers-inlaw: Percival Ferguson Sr., Madigan Ferguson, Elman Ferguson Sr.; 2 Sisters-in-law: Monique Ferguson, Sandy Ferguson, Sheva Rolle, Joye Ferguson; Nephews: Percival Ferguson Jr., Elman Ferguson Jr., Daniel Ferguson, Ricardo Simmons, Marcus, Romando, Shervin, Darren Rolle, Garrildo, Stephen Shanton, Shonali and Norman Rolle Jr., Antonio Adderley, Terrance Neely, Kevin Rolle and Jason Barr; Nieces: Shandra Simmons, Tanzania Ferguson, Shonte Ferguson, Jadyen Ferguson, Mi’Kali Ferguson, Da’Shan Rogers, Monique Major, Latasha Cleare, Charmaine Moore, Stacey Williams, Jenny Munnings, Rochelle, Shantell, Shurelle, Shanika, Sonovia and Norissa Rolle, Racquel Butler, Naomi Adderley, Samantha Neely, Shonell, Phillippa and Princess Rolle, Karell Jones, Shaeevn Rolle; Grandnephews: Aiden Simmons, Adrin Butler, Khennton, Daryl, Devante, Terry, Deangelo, Zion, Stephen Jr., Khalius, Shanton Jr., Eduardo Jones Jr., Eemir D. Jones, Jason Mervil, Malik Blatch; Grandnieces: Sa’Nail Simmon, Ri’kaia Simmons, Jameka, Robbin, Kennedish, Samaiyah, Terrece (Paris), Dechan, Devincia, Ashanti, Shandria, Shaniyah, Branika, Safiya, Sophia, Jackie Mervil, Paulette Mervil, Malia Major, Monae Major, Malhes Major, Kanacia

Flowers and Family, Annismae Sands and Family, Reverend Egleton “Slick” Brown and Family, Oreanthia Mackey and Family, Ruthmae Taylor, Bishop Elijah Knowles, Prophetess Patricia Knowles, Angela Mackey and Family, Dorothy Taylor, Shekna Johnson, Olga Taylor, Amos Rolle Kirk, David Smith, Tracey Smith, Ryan Richardson and Family, Oniel Smith, Rayfield Longley and Family, Blue Berry Hill Family, the New Hope Family and the entire Nassau Village Family, Abby and Family and many others too numerous to mention.

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Mr. David Cecil Capron, 81 of Pelican Cresent Monastery Park, Nassau, New Providence died at the CIMEQ Hospital in Havana, Cuba on Thursday, March 12, 2020. He is survived by his daughters: Natasha Capron and Vanessa Bethel; adopted son: Nixon Lindor; grandson: Joshua; brothers: George, Dudley, Kendal and Anthony Capron; sisters: Pauline Douglass, Gaynell Kesson and Rosenell Capron; daughter-in-law: Julie Lindor; aunts: Rosemary Thompson, Patricia Gibson and Shirley Jones; uncle: Charles Capron; numerous neices, nephews, cousins, 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 Priviate Service For Mildred Cash Cox, 49 Death Notice For Retired Constable #2427 Jason Lloyd Allen, 47 of #21 Trinidad Ave. Elizabeth Estates died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, March 30th, 2020. He is survived by his parents: Janet and Jack Allen; son: Jason Allen Jr.; daughter: Janae and Judea Allen; sisters: Jasmine, Jacqueline and Jewel Allen and Chinique McPhee-Gray; brother: Jason McPhee; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. of Montel Heights Precious memories will for linger in the hearts of her Mother: Grace Cash; Husband: Kirkwood Cox; Children: Derick, Kimberly, Davah, Tonia, Angelo Cash; step daughter: Kristen Cox; Sisters: Leashand, Gillette Germaller and Yvonne Rolle; Brother: Alexzander Cash; Grandchildren: Alex, Jaden, Justin, Aliyah and Diamond Miller; Nieces: Petra, Periniqua, Santiqua, Precious, Tamia, Shanell, Latiqua and Shantol Mackenzie; Grandnieces: Dwaynyah, Amorie Combria; Nephews: Oneil, Petron, Tory, Peter, Jamal Dwayen; Grandnephews: Leonardo, Jimron, Gileel, Oneil Jr., Dwayen Jr., Tory Jr., Raymari, Trae, Peter Jr., Zavion; Aunts: Nelly Merry, Betty, Helliana; Uncles: Edward, Sammy, Earling, Williams; Brothers-in-law: Peter Brown, Adacio Williams; Cousins: Joyce, Devon, Malar Edna, Jackie, Trixie, Peaches, Miracle, Chris, Carla, Dora, Philippa, Katherine, Kimberly, Kera, Betsy; Other family and friends: Luceta, Lisa, Maggie, Theresa, Santana, Dean, Sherece, Angle, Stephanie, Woods, Marry, Donovan, Taylor’s Family, Miriam Bowleg and many others too numerous to mention; Special thanks to: Hanna Martian, Miss Nurse Thompson and Paul Miller, Seven Day Adventist, South Beach Clinic, the staff at Princess Margaret Hospital, the Montel Heights community.

Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.

Baby Shevanna Taylor James, 2 months of Lancaster Avenue died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, March 18th, 2020 She is survived by her parents: Sheria Taylor and Shevago James Sr.; sisters: Jerniah James and Shavaiya James; brother: Shevago James Jr. and other relatives. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.

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Death Notices For Grand Bahama Berthamae Catherine Pyfrom, 77 Mr. Kenneth Anthony Knowles, 37 nee Strachan of #10 Sheridan Way and formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros died at her residence on Thursday, March 26th, 2020.

of #56 Chippinghill Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama and formerly of Nassau, New Providence died at Samaritan’s Purse, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Saturday, March 21st, 2020.

She is survived by her daughters: Bindy and Erica Pyfrom and Gidgette Ferguson; sisters: Mavis and Mary Ann Strachan, Gwendolyn Pinder, Paulette Arnette and Mae Ruth Ferguson; brothers: Leroy, Thomas, Felix and Alexander Strachan; and other relatives.

He is survived by his wife: Lakeisha Knowles; mother: Cassandra Kelly; father: Kenneth Knowles; sisters: Kendra Kelly, Olivia “Simone” Burrows and Kendisa Kelly; brothers: Jordan Knowles and Justin Knowles; grandparents: Josephine McKinney and Kenneth Knowles Sr.; nieces: Snow Rose Carter and Arianna Knowles and a host of relatives and friends.

Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.

Dwight Alexander Seymour, 58 of Garden Hills died at his residence on Monday, March 23rd, 2020. He is survived by his son: Ricardo Jr.; sisters and brothers: Julius, Pedro (Cecily), Deon (Theasmae), and Davon Seymour; James, Sherman (Christine) and Trevor Johnson; Petrell Lloyd, Iona (Gadville) McDonald; Roselda (Rufus) Johnson; special friend: Winifred; and other relatives. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.

Ms. Florence Louise Young, 64 affectionately called “Ma Flo” Business Owner of Ma Flo Restaurant, of #4 Longton Circle, Freeport, Grand Bahama and formerly of Nassau, New Providence died at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Thursday, March 19, 2020. She was predeceased by her parents: Hubert Belle and Glendina Ellis; sons: Jude “Pat” Young and Elton Young. She is survived by her daughters: Megan and Jamika Young; sons: Jamall and Angelo Young; sisters: Roseanne “Rose” Symonette, Alfreda Sands, Senior Nursing Officer Joeanna Curry, Evangelist Veronica McIntosh, and W/INSP. Indera Belle; brothers: Robert Stuart, Howard Symonette, Christopher Sawyer and Arthur Sawyer; numerous grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.

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Funeral Service For Millie Higgs-Bowleg, 92

a resident of Dunmore Town, Harbor Island, Bahamas who died at The Princess Margarett Hospital on Thursday, March 12th, 2020 will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 4th, 2020 at Church of God Prophecy, Baillou Road. Senior Pastor Timothy Johnson will officiate. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads.

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Patrick Charles Maynard Sr., 69

of Pindling Drive, Rock Sound, Eleuthera, died on Wednesday, March 25th, 2020 at The Princess Margaret Hospital.

Precious memories are held by his Wife: Bertha Maynard; Children: Tenna Bethel, Patrick and Danielle Maynard; Cherished memories are held by her Adopted children: Grandchildren: Trevette, Patrinique, Charles, Payton, Louise & Raymond; Nieces and nephews: Sheila, Daphne, Laquenta, Atrao and Quentinique; 4 sisters; 6 brothers; Donald, Sherrie, Carol, Cindy, Troy, Courtney, Angela, and other relatives and friends. David, Cecilia, Danny, Claude, Matthew, Raymond, Linda, Jacob, Adline, Rolston, Sweetlin, Giselle, Neeka, Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW Darren, Rudy, Eulamae, Sherine, Perishka, Lisa, Lillian, COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and will be Wade, Portia, Linc, Justin, Tanya & Amancha; Sisters- announced at a later date. in-law: Theckla & Breanda; Other Relatives and friends: Patricia Lewis and Family, Ferris Higgs and Family, Ruth Daxon and Family, Rev. Dianna Culmer, Sheila Peters, Georgina, Delcena, Romell, Ruth Percentie, The Demetrius Home, The Church of God of Prophecy Family and The Community of Harbour Island. Funeral Service can be viewed @ Facebook Page Randolph P Curtis, website: cogopbahamas.org. Funeral arrangement are being handled by The Chapel of Memories, The New Commonweath Funeral Home, Independnce Drive.

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Music ministry releases playlist of hope BY JEFFARAH GIBSON | TRIBUNE FEATURES WRITER | JGIBSON@TRIBUNEMEDIA.NET

SPECIAL playlist featuring music from a variety of Bahamian gospel artists to give hope and comfort during these challenging times has been released by Message In Da Music Ministries. The ministry has also released new singles and a music video from its artists, including vocalist Marva Scott. Her single, “El Shaddai” (Song of Adoration) was released last Friday. A new single by Narada “Mr Mighty Mouth” Scott, leader of the ministry, is also being released. The song is called “Live This Way”. “The inspiration behind ‘Live This Way’ is simple. You have many people who feel that Christians are to live a boring, non-productive or happy life. In my humble opinion, I serve a God who is the ruler and creator of everything. Thus, our lives should reflect that of excellence, prosperity and joy. I truly believe God intended for all to live this way. However,

when you live this way as a believer, many people are either angry, jealous or in disbelief, especially family members. But this won’t deter me and I will continue to ‘live this way’’, said Narada. Mr Mighty Mouth, as he is known, has been in the music industry for 21 years and got his name after participating in a talent show many years ago in Freeport. He hopes the music released by his ministry uplifts and comforts people. “I received the name Mighty Mouth from a young man by the name of Jermaine. Within my community known as ‘Garden Villas’ or ‘Da Ghetto’, I would often freestyle walking through my neighbour or at parties. Jermaine would say that I freestyled loudly and would call me ‘Mighty Mouth.’ I never accepted this nickname until I entered a talent show in 1996 at the Freeport High auditorium. This was where the revolution all began. I needed a stage name and that’s when I was reminded of what Jermaine would call me,” he told Tribune Religion.

Message in Da Music was founded on July 2, 1998, but officially launched in January 1999. It is multi-faceted organisation. Under its umbrella is youth organisation, an artist development/mentorship programme, a record label and a distribution company. “We deliver revolutionary messages through music to renew and transform the mind set of at-riskand gifted youths. We mentor and teach young musical artists about the music industry,” he said. The inspiration for Message In Da Music Ministries came at youth alive one night,” said Narada. “I received the vision to start a ministry that was similar to an organisation by the name of C-Side (Christ-Side), which I was a part of at the beginning of my musical journey. In this organisation were many talented individuals who were being helped by Dexter Knowles, Dawn Knowles and Ramont ‘Monty G’ Greene to expose their talents and music. Because of the development I received in that organisation I wanted to help other young up-and-coming Christian artists in my community And since then the ministry has been doing just that.” As the leader of Message in Da Music Ministries and Productions, Narada is using his time in quarantine to reflect, adjust and chart the course for the ministry’s future.

MARVA Scott single cover art.

NARADA “MR MIGHTY MOUTH” SCOTT “Although there is a pandemic at hand, I’m doing what I know best: working,” he told Tribune Religion. “My words of encouragement would be to please take this pandemic seriously. Use all precautions to keep you and your family safe. Also know that we have the power of God with us,” he said. For more information, follow ‘Messageindamusicministry’ on Facebook.

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THE FAITH of the centurion amazes Jesus.

Meditation The Roman Officer’s Faith BY REV ANGELA C BOSFIELD PALACIOUS

HEN Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came to him, asking for help.“Lord,” he said, “my servant lies at home paralysed, suffering terribly.” Jesus said to him,“Shall I come and heal him?” The centurion replied, “Lord, I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell this one, ‘Go,’ and he goes; and that one, ‘Come,’ and he comes. I say to my servant, ‘Do this,’ and he does it. When Jesus heard this, he was amazed and said to those following him,“Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. I say to you that many will come from the east and the west, and will take their places at the feast with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven. But the subjects of the kingdom will be thrown outside, into the darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” Then Jesus said to the centurion,“Go! Let it be done just as you believed it would.” And his servant was healed at that moment. (Matthew. 8:5-13 NIV) When it comes to reading Holy Scripture, let us read the passage once to get a

general sense, another time to understand the immediate context, and the third time to see how God wishes us prayerfully to apply the message to our own life and time. Since most people are on lock-down or curfew, we can all use this free time wisely to deepen our knowledge of Scripture and hence our love for God. The main emphasis of this miracle story is the faith of the Gentile centurion in the person and authority of Jesus, and who has great respect for Jesus’ power to heal from a distance with a word, and the contrast of such faith with that of the Jews. The reference to the Kingdom of Heaven is intended to warn Jewish-Christians that faith is the key to eternal life, and that they may find themselves excluded if unfaithful, while Gentiles are included. How deep is our faith in Jesus at this time? Is He your Messiah, the son of God, who can heal and teach with authority? Do you recognize yourself in this story, as a Gentile? In the face of the coronavirus, we are all called to be faithful. We are to do whatever we can to avoid infection, to pray for healing of the sick, and believe that God will be with us through the whole ordeal: “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written: ‘For your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.’ No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans.8:35-39 NIV) • Rev Angela Palacious, a motivational speaker and author of several devotional books, is an Anglican priest. She may be contacted at 393-9000 or by e-mail at angelapalacious@gmail.com.

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I’M DONE APOLOGISING! PART II - ASKING FOR HELP “BUT you, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.” (Psalm 3:3; NIV) I met someone the other day. A gentleman from my favourite coffee shop. I don’t know his name, don’t know if we’ll ever speak again, but we had an exchange that totally fits what we’re talking about in our recent “Unapologetic” articles. So here’s how it went (kind of): I’m late for an assignment but decide to stop at the coffee shop. The gentleman is in his usual spot at the front, just right of the entrance. Very gently, he gets my attention. We chat about the book I am reading and he compliments me on my last article. I remember that I’m late so I say a kind, “Thank you,” and then proceed to make and collect my order from the best baristas in New Providence. I know you’re probably wondering, what in heavens does this exchange have to do with our topic? You see, the old Ayanna (someone who used to be very uncomfortable with compliments) would have coyly thrown his gracious compliment away. I may have changed the subject, or started talking about him if I had the time, or just said nothing at all. But I’m done apologising for doing something that others see the worth in. Gosh, darn it, I’m not afraid to say that I see the worth in it as well.

This new attitude came from sitting on someone’s couch and pouring out my soul, my pain, my frustrations to them (all in several two-hour sessions), and I’m not ashamed to say, after the role playing and the self-assessments, recognising false belief systems, reconciling past events, you name it – I was actually able to say, “Thank you!” to a kind gentleman who likes what I wrote. There is proof in the statement: There’s nothing wrong in asking for help. I first had to admit to myself that something was wrong on the inside. It had been for a long time. Once I faced that truth, I couldn’t pretend like I had it all together, or that I could help myself. If I could, then I would have done so. I dare to declare emphatically: “There are some issues we face that cannot be ‘churched’ away.” Sometimes we need to be given tools to cope with, get beyond or face our circumstances. I’m happy that I sought help and adhered to the lessons of counselling. It made me more confident, more self-aware, and aided in me understanding my place in the world around me. Additionally, people like me, those plagued with low self-esteem and rejection, are not crazy. That was a great fear for me. It took me years to get over the fear of: What if people think I’m “mental?” What if they think I’ve gone off the deep end? What if

PALM SUNDAY AS WE celebrate and commemorate Palm Sunday, one of the most important days in the Christian calendar, let us attempt to put this day into perspective. Palm Sunday represents the beginning of Holy Week, a week when Jesus Christ, God manifest in human form, would triumphantly enter Jerusalem, be arrested on Holy Thursday, would suffer a brutal death on a cross for our sins on Good Friday, and rise again. This culmination of events provides hope for Christians who focus their eyes on eternal life with God, and the mystery of their salvation through the death of Christ. The gospels inform us that Christ rode into Jerusalem on a donkey to the shout of Hosanna from the crowd who

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laid down their cloaks and small branches of tree (palms) in front of him. Part of Psalm 118:26 was sang “Blessed be He that cometh in the name of the Lord”. The donkey was symbolic as it represented an animal of peace as opposed to an animal of war. Christ’s entry into Jerusalem on a donkey would represent His entry as the Prince of Peace as distinct from a king on a horse, raging war. This is most significant. We refer to this day as Palm Sunday because of the palm branches that were laid along the road as Christ rode the donkey into Jerusalem. Amen. Thanks be to God for the sharing of His Word.

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they decide I’m no longer qualified or equipped to lead worship…participate in ministry…deal with their children… What if? Fact of the matter is there are many out there who, like me, may feel that if they smile enough, help others enough, dress well enough, get accepted enough, then all the deficient places in their lives will one day be filled. This idea is so wrong. The frustration of failure after all these attempts pushed me further away from the wholeness I desperately sought. But once I got the help I needed, I began to see so clearly that life could have happiness and light, and purpose beyond what others saw for me, or even what I had relegated my own life to. These sessions were the best conversations of my life. They reminded me that God has not changed His mind about who He made me to be. He was indeed a

shield. He did protect me. He did cause me to lift up my head again. Perhaps, it can be the same for you. I’m not suggesting that you are depressed, or that your sadness is permanent. Never label yourself without full knowledge of what is going on. But once you know for sure, be brave enough to declare: 1. I need help 2. I cannot help myself 3. I will seek out the right source of help 4. I will submit to the lessons 5. I will receive healing God bless you this week!

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Emerge Youth Church reaches out to young Bahamians in times of trouble I BY ALESHA CADET | TRIBUNE FEATURES REPORTER ACADET@TRIBUNEMEDIA.NET

N AN effort to keep the country’s youth engaged during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and 24-hour curfew, members of the Emerge Youth Church organisation are using their social media platforms to uplift and encourage. They established “EYC TV” which features a weekly online show; on Sundays at 10.30am and on Wednesdays at 6.30 pm, and can be accessed via Facebook at emergeyouthchurch242, and on Instagram at emergeyouthchurch. “This is to make sure (the young people) are taking this very seriously. So despite us not meeting physically, we are still keeping them engaged. It’s a TV show that is geared towards youth and young adults. The Youth Ministry at Bahamas Faith Ministries International has always been media-driven from it’s conception, so we are just continuing with the model to bring the gospel to this generation,” said Pastor Elnathan Rolle, also known as DJ Counsellor, of Emerge Youth Church. The show, he said, highlights the talented people engaged in youth ministry, such as gospel recording artists, both locally and internationally. “We believe in creating platforms for youth to discover and develop their God-given talents and to use them to advance the kingdom or God,” said DJ Counsellor. “The show has featured persons like one of our outstanding youths, Tamisha Daxson, who is a nursing student sharing (information) about the global crisis.” This past Sunday, “EYC TV” featured Pastor Rosemary Bethel of Epic Church, one of the featured speakers at this year’s EYC Youth Alive 2020 summit set to take place this July. Leading the discussion on young people and the church, DJ Counsellor noted: “There has always been a talk with young persons not interested in church any more, and I heard a gentleman ranting, and I told this individual that every congregation doesn’t have your problem. There are some congregations where persons want to go. Young adults and millennials are serving and loving their churches.

A SNAPSHOT of EYC TV live.

EMERGE Youth Church performing. “I think with a lot of millennials now, if they can’t truly identify with their leader, that’s a problem. And again that spills in the community. I think there comes to a time where if a leader needs help, they need to ask and find help. Because again, if you are leading a congregation and

(most of your) congregants are not engaging in your service, you haveproblems.” Pastor Bethel added that she believes the reason many millennials and Generation Z kids don’t want to go to church is because there has been no space created for them. “And what I mean by that is that in most churches there is no demand placed on them that will keep them inspired to serve and be a part of a community. I think globally we have changed; and the Church can longer be about some kind of religious ritual, it has to be about what people can come in and feel...the safety of connection. They need community, and they need to know there is a community that (not only)uses or utilises their gifts, but meets their needs as well,” she said. Pastor Bethel added: “If you have a plan for continued growth or want to have legacy, then you can’t just focus on the people that are present or that you feel can support the ministry at this

moment; you have to create a legacy. It takes a lot more work to build people that are living transformed lives, than to hype up people for a moment. It takes some getting into the day-to-day realities that people face. Our young people are facing a lot of trauma and they need that kind of connection that says in this place you don’t have to be silent and off to the corner, because what you have to say matters, your voice matters, what you contribute matters. And we want to know how are you doing today. It is as simple as that.” For more discussions like this, DJ Counsellor is encouraging people to keep up to date with the Emerge Youth Church Facebook page for the team’s live sessions. He added that they also have three major events planned between April and July – the “Burn-Out Lock-In”, the “I Rise” youth leadership seminar, and Youth Alive 2020. He is asking people keep checking to see if the dates change.