Thursday, September 12, 2024
Death Notices For Noelcin Vilma, 43
a resident of Prince Charles Drive, New Providence, Bahamas formerly from St. Louis-du-Nord, Haiti died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, 28th August, 2024.
He is survived by his wife: Yamise Vilma; father: Dieuvilma Vilma; mother: Saintasie Noréus; daughter: Kerla Vilma; brothers: Atty Vilma and Dieurinord Vilma; sisters: Imakila Vilma, Floracile Vilma, Laroda Vilma, Merla Vilma, Saintél Vilma and Kerline Vilma; uncle: Sadié, Fleusenord, Occile and Tervékise, Mne Occile, Mne Tervékise, Mne Taléus, Mne Diépanou, Mne Odigét, Mne Nétranget and Mne Théyi; nieces and nephew: Eunide, Cherlande, Chinaïda Djoulie, Kerna, Franca, Jackie, Jasmine, Léléna, Nèlna, Dieuline, Ézline, Kerry Mackendy, Linens, Erlin, Antonio, Samuel Kayden, Djoulie Vilma, Mackendy Jeannéfils; cousins: Occiliane, Micheline, Roseline, Dada,Tasie ,Cérélia, Ecquisilia, Vélane, Médisiane, Edeline, Diélaine, Loudeni, Anide, Sèvilil, Oziane, Mècilia, Joslènel Miline, Ernilia, Tèvilien, Occidèsse, Taniel, Paul, Octane, T-boy, Elui, Nènèl, Olgens, Odilon, Odi, Oliuce and Olandie; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Brett Stubbs Jr.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited.
Cleforne Jn Pierre, 56
a resident of Market Street, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly from St-louis-du-Nord, Haiti died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, September 9th , 2024.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited
Funeral Service For Chivonto Clifford Ferguson, 42
of Valley Creek Drive, Lithia Springs, Georgia and formerly of New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, 10:00 am at Bible Truth Ministries, Martin’s Close, Cowpen Road. Officiating will be Pastor Ellison Greenslade assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road.
He was predeceased by his baby sister: Latoya Careze Ferguson.
Cherished and loving memories will forever linger in the hearts of his beloved mother: Helen Ferguson; beloved father & stepmother: Ret. ASP. Clifford and Samantha Ferguson; special friend: Tierra Evans (Georgia); daughter: Careze Ferguson; godchildren: Jade Romer, Chinyelu Brown; brothers: Hubert (Deidre) Williams Jr., Chavo and Josiah Ferguson; sisters: Alinca (Michael) Moten (Georgia), Temidayo Darville, Dr. Chimone (Lionel Jr.) Charlton, Cierra Ferguson, Kaylesa Neely; aunts: Enith (Stan) Hunter-Wise (Georgia), Annamae (Roy) Richardson, Mary Ferguson-Grant (Florida), Rev. Judith Ferguson-Missick (Florida), Patricia Ferguson-Sweeting (Florida), Evel Ferguson-Davis (Florida), Elcine Major, Yvonnie Ferguson (Virginia), Margaret Ferguson; uncles: Benjamin (Gelitha) Ferguson, Vincent, Johnny, Ego, George & McDonald Ferguson; godparents: Cheryl Clarke, Marie Taylor, Alvene Saunders, Howard Bethel; nephews: Tyr Darville, Michael Moten Jr., Liam and Logan Charlton, Reniko Thompson; nieces: Kristen and Tyler Darville, Leigha Charlton, Milan Moten; numerous cousins: Stephanie Neely, Sandra Kemp (Florida), Beryl (Joseph) Jazvic (Virginia), Edward (Sandra) and Anthony Wallace, Joann (Steven) Rolle, Portia (Hopeton) Knight, Marva (Patrick) McDonald, Suzanne Newbold (Florida), Darlene (Jefferd) Curre, Melvin Newbold, Ramon (Corean) Newbold, Roston, Rodney & Allan Newbold, Dr. Indira (Donald) Jones, Dr. Kushna and Kareem Damallie, Shakario (Phillipa) Damallie, Kirshon (Nadia) Neely, Ka’nyah Neely, Anthony & Antonio Kemp, Kristen, Krue & Keir Kemp, Ashlyn, Josef & Aston Jazvic, Edward Wallace Jr., Miriam Rolle, Gianna Deveaux, Omar Rolle, Shawn Stevens Jr., Osean Wallace, Jamiah (Dremeko) Dremia and Dremaine Cooper, Ricardo & Osheni Wallace, Anton & Shaquille Wallace, Deangelo Lightbourne, Mercedes, Madison, Mileah & Melvin Jr. Newbold, Karice, Kamani, Zyan, Didier & Nolan Damallie, Atiyah & Indiyah Jones, Paulette (Perry) Mason, Levette Morris, Antoinette (Kevin) Forbes, Nadia Davis, Sherise, Orville Jr. and Andrea Simms, Omar Strachan, Vincent (Latoya) Pedican, Navado (Karen) & Faith Henderson, Alexia & Benielle Ferguson, Marissa Ferguson, Jazzman, Karabus, Vincent Jr. & Shervin Ferguson, Vincent Saunders, Pariss & Perry II Mason , Nia Morris, Grace & Faith Forbes, Leshanda & Latara Brice, Sanai Dorsett, Omar Jr. (Shango)
Strachan, Zion & Judah Pedican, Jacob, Samuel & Josephine Henderson, Vincent III, Shavinco, Vincenisha, Shavez & Shemiah Ferguson, Naya & Alfred Ferguson; special relatives and friends: Avis Lewis & family, Judge Neville Adderley & family, Patrick Adderley, Sereta Clarke, Dr. Nelson Clarke & family, Menenchia Clarke and family, Sarah Collie & family, Maureen Symonette, Rev. Ronald Campbell & family, Arabella Johnson, Fiordelisa Bain & family, Pauline Winder, The Hon. Leon Lundy and family, Agnes Bain and family, Christine Key & family, Edith Mackey & family, Christopher Stuart, Vivian Moten & family, Larry & Yolanda Turner, Tory Mason, Eric & Maxine Evans Sr. & family, Seleem and Neshanta Smith & family, Eric Evans Jr., Rev. Louise Cash, Grace Caron, Delvin, Sherman, Arlington & Timothy Hart, Dr. Gill Gibson & family, Diane Smith & family, Agnes Miller & family, Jenniemae Sweeting, Janet Hall & family, Jermaine Fountain & family, Patience Forbes & family, Lavado Arne & family, St. Anne’s High School (Class of 2000), The Atlanta Metropolitan State College, The University of West Georgia (Class of 2010), Daniel Spence & family, Edroy Brown & family, Ethyn Clarke & family, Devard Francis & family, Barry Sawyer & family, CJ & family, Jeronamo Romer & family, the Tall Pines Community, Pastor Ellison and Leila Greenslade & Bible Truth Ministries family, Bishop Carrington Pinder and St. John’s Native Baptist Cathedral family, Word of Faith Family Worship Cathedral (Atlanta, Georgia), Staff of GXO Logistics (Georgia), Bo Securities and Staff of the State Farm Arena and the Atlanta Hawks, Officer M. Harrison and East Point Police and Fire Department of Georgia, Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory (Georgia) and many others too numerous to mention.
Viewing will be held in the Celestial Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Ltd. on Robinson and Soldier Roads on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Saturday from 8:30 am until service time at the church.
Death Notice For Malinda Aretha Johnson-Knowles, 49
of Huyler Street, Baillou Hill Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
She is survived by her husband: Shendoah Knowles; son: Chester Daron Dickerson; adopted son: Shendoah Knowles Jr.; sisters: Portia Newman, Indira & Ventria Johnson; brothers: Trevor & Franklyn Johnson Sr.; 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.
Funeral Service For Susana Morlitia Armbrister, 59
of Meadows Street and formerly of Old Bight, Cat Island, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:00am at First Born Church of The Living God, Crooked Island Street. Officiating will be Pastor Norris Williams assisted. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road and J.F.K. Drive.
Left to cherish her loving memories are her common-law husband: Keith McAlpine; brothers: Pastor Norris (Theresa), Micah Sr. (Paula), Roxberg Sr. (Sharmean) & Linburg Williams; sisters: Deaconess Elizabeth Hanna-Knowles (Elder Robert), Fyrstine Seymour, Lydia Madelin Williams; step children: Keishel, Kriston & Keith McAlpine Jr.; aunts: Evangelist Bronell Williams-Hensey, Orine M. & Denice Williams; uncle: Roxberg Williams; sisters & brothers-in-law: Patricia Bell, Portia (Cessel) Taylor, Faith Pennerman, Andrea (Dr. Moulton) Keane, Barry (Stephanie) Wilson, Pam Wilson, Otto (Marilyn) McLounder, Claudette & Godfrey (Lisa) McAlpine; nieces and nephews: RN Vergil Wilson, Hilda Cartwright, Beauthnie Campbell, Tanya Miller, Shenika Seymour, Lynette McKenzie, Portia Stuart, Allison Rotalya, Lerean and Denise Williams, Tanya and Temeka Hanna, Norrisa Nottage, Lyndera Wells, Franciska Thompson, Norris Jr., Roxberg Jr., Elkin, Micah Jr., Lorenzo, Rocco & Jermaine Williams, Dwight & Sharon Williams, Michael Ramsey, Nathaniel Sands, Elvis Cartwright, Clintia Johnson, Ruddisha Adderley, Cecily (Pedro) & Pedrya Seymour, Trevor (Simone) Taylor, Cecil (Tubby), Kevin, Attorney Tamara Taylor-Storr (Warren), Laverne (Dwight) Charlow, Patrice (Gregory) Bodie, Chrystal (Kenrick) Hadaway, Vanria (Lloyd) Prosper, Hon. Keith Bell, Anthony (Christine) Bell, Kim (Pastor Carlton) Stuart, Sophia Bell-Moss, Marva Morrison, Natasha & Shane Bell, Shakera (Antonio) Wilkins, Lashonda Leary, Lisa (Travis) Hart, Mortiva, Andrew & Shamiko Pennerman, Tracey, Ingrid, Euneka, Drexel Gaitor, Iris Collie, Stephen & Faith Rolle, Anetra, Barriel & Barrel Wilson, Nicole (Dwayne) Van Valen, Michael Keane, Eltoya (Donavan) Higgs, Pakell Williams, Bradea, Bradley (Vernishka) Cash, Ottoneka,
Vernon, Indira, Shira, Shante, Godfrey Jr., & Gabriel McAlpine, D’ontrae, Trevardo, Tanesha, & Treniece Taylor & Donald Brown; grand nieces and nephews: Kazia Pierce, Anaiyah Campbell (USA), Braddia, Tonisha, Shanae Seymour, Johnathon Carthorne, Jonathon Pratt, Jayden Taylor, Walker Brazil; other relatives and friends: Maria Stubbs & family, Deidre & family, Idamae Rolle and Vincent Rolle, Stephanie Daniels & family, Renae Anderson & family, Lionel Rolle, Haven Armbrister, Celetha Pennerman & family, Carolyn Saunders & family, Van Thompson & family, Monique Mitchell, Melinda Bowleg, Miriam Poinster & family, Brenda Armbrister, Angela Rolle & family, Margo Morrison & family, Dorion & Jeffery Taylor, Ellie & Cleady Williams, Don Williams & family, Branhilda & Arilee Glinton, Ella Guerro & family, Wendy, Kayla, Florean, Glenroy and Eleazer Rolle & family, Jackie Minns, Maude Smith, Sandra Ramsey, Idamae & Vincent Rolle, Eileen Johnson & family, Deidre Deveaux, First Born Church of The Living God family, Pastor Toote & the church family, the Old Bight family & friends, Atlantis Public Space and Casino Employees and Atlantis K9 Unit. We apologize for any names that may have been inadvertently missed.
Viewing will be held in the Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Ltd. on Robinson and Soldier Roads on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Saturday from 8:30am until service time at the church.
Death Notice For Shaketra Smith, 38
of Seabreeze Lane, Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas Road died at her residence on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
She is survived by her mother: Ivymae Smith; son: Corrie Brown Jr.; sister: Anetra (Victor Jr.) Smith-Acreus; brother: Dwayne (Tamara) Smith; fiancé: Corrie Brown Sr. 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.
Funeral Service For Beatrice
Davis, 76 affectionately called “B”
of Trinidad Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, 10:00 am at The New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Baillou Hill Road. Officiating will be Pastor Alfred Stewart assisted by Pastor Cherece Evans and Pastor Theophilus Claridge. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road.
She was predeceased by her husband: Basil Davis Sr.; son: Samuel Davis Jr.; daughter: Deborah Brown.
Left to cherish her memories and legacy are her sons: Kirkwood (Basil Jr.), Kendal & Mario Davis; daughter in-law: Judy Davis; grandchildren: Gigi Collins, Juvia Davis, Jonelle Collins, Basil Davis III, Sheena & Stacy Bowe, Samuel Jr. & Samatha Davis; great grandchildren: Tracia Bowe, Erynn, Emelia & Emorii Collins, Samuel Davis III and Garvin Rolle; sisters: Elizabeth Newbold, Princess Margaret Gaitor; uncle: James Kerr; aunts: Dornel Whlly Albury, Shirla Rolle; nieces & nephews: Whenzel Kerr, Gaja Parks; cousins: Donathan, Deanglo & Trevor Whylly, Judy & Romamal Ferguson, Marjo Tellitier; neighbors: Celeothilda Williams & family, Irma Thompson McPhee & family, Jack Allen & family, Jackie Allen, Edna Pennerman & family, the Sawyer family, Colebrook & family and all the other Elizabeth Estates neighbors & friends; other relatives and family: Pastor Alfred and Sis. Jacqueline Stewart & family, Pastor Theophilus & Sis. Erune Claridge and family, Pastor Cherece Evans and family, Charles Saunders & family, Kelly Davis, Dennis McKenzie & family, Dec. Mary Johnson & family, Sis. Marie Glinton & family, Bishop Randy & Pastor Jacqueline Frasier, Ricardo & Shivvon Rolle, George and Regina Sands, Gladstone Rolle & family, Cyril Rolle, Ian Rolle Sr. & family, Rochelle Sands, Yvonne Dames & family, Ms. Demeritte & family, the Wallace family, Rosewell & family, E. P. Roberts family, Royal Bank of Canada family, nurses and doctors of PMH, the pastors, officers and members of the New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church. We apologize for any names
that may have been inadvertently missed.
Viewing will be held in the Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Ltd. on Robinson and Soldier Roads on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Saturday from 8:30am until service time at the church.
Death Notice For Mr. Barrington George Sinclair,
of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died in Florida on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024.
A gentle giant has become our angel. He was a loving son, brother, cousin, uncle, friend, and dental hygienist.
Barrington leaves to cherish fond memories are his parents: RoyFord Sinclair and Patricia Ann Gunter Sinclair; brother: RoyFord George Sinclair; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Death Notice For Brieon Shemar
Sweeting, 17
of Lazaretto Road, Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, September 8, 2024.
He is survived by his father: Kevin Louissaint; mother: Precious Sweeting; sister: Kaylee Outten; brothers: Kayden Sweeting and Kamari Taylor; grandparents: Sherry Kemp, Peter Sweeting and Esline Louissaint 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.
Funeral Service For Mrs.
Fredericka Miller, 75
of #6 Raleigh Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at Calvary Temple Assembly of God, Clive Avenue, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Rev. Dr. Robert Lockhart assisted by Bishop Sobig Kemp and Pastor Percy Kemp. Interment will follow at the Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.
She is survived by her daughters: Katherine French, Christina Woodside, Cherie Malone; sons: Samuel Jr., Jeffery and Tony Miller; sisters: Meneria Clarke (George Clarke), Christine Thibert (John Thibert); daughter-in-law: Krishna Miller; sons-in-law: Bradley Woodside, Craig Malone, Brian French; grandchildren: Regina and Emil Hylton Jr., Brandon and Bryan Woodside, Shaneque, Dorothy and Tantanea Rolle, Reno Rolle Jr., Samantha, Samia, Krishten Miller and Samuel Miller III, Auzrie Cornish, Sherika, Nataneil and Marva Brown; great grandchildren: Johnnyah Russell, Genesis Walker, Myrhin Rolle, Tenasio Wallace and Reign Rolle; brothers-in-law: John Thibert, Ted Horkless (Houston Texas), Basil Humes, Leslie Humes; numerous nieces and nephews: Leonne (Floyd) Johnson, Patrick Clarke (Kim), Antoinette Clarke, Christine Johnson, Glenroy McBain, Norwood Delek and Sophia (Kristian) Pipkins; grandnieces and nephews: Anthony, Michael, Teddy and Kim Foster; cousins: Anthony Foster and family; godchild: Krystal Laing Russell (Bruce Russell); family friends: Lloyd Powell, Erica Laing and family, Carolyn Russell, Gerald, Victoria, Judy Wright and family, Herman and Alex Major, Eleanor Woodside and family, Marvin Brown, Emil Hylton Sr. and family, Dalvis Hylton and family, Reno Rolle Sr., Joletta and Carlean Baily, Linda Rahming and family, Jackie Williams, Bunny Poitier, Ossie Poitier, Brenda Johnson and family, Christine Fernander and family, Tanya McIntosh, Portia Albury, Diana Braynen, Chassarie Sealy, Elder Eula Nixon, Ricardo and Adassa Smith, Tasha and Carolyn Pipkins (Houston Texas); and a host of other Relatives and Friends including: Rev. Dr. Robert and Lady Rochelle Lockhart, Calvary Temple Church family and Deacon Board especially the Ushers Department, Care Ministry, Parents and Children of Mama’s Daycare, Flava N’ Tingum Crew, Kirk and Constance Edwards and family, Pastor Percy and Chelsea Kemp and family, Pastor Sobig and Elizabeth Kemp and family, Bro. Alan and Liz Grant, Julius, Patricia Edwards and family, Elder George and Joan Cooper and family, Pastor Paxton and Min. Patrice Cooper and family, Faye Walkins-Gonzalez and family, Hilgrove and Omes Lightboure, Deacon Dwayne and Sandy King and family, Ian Rolle and family, Ricardo Delaney ad family, Patrick Taylor, Mario Jones and family, Dudley and Katie Seide, Min. Kwasi Thompson and Family, Pastor Bruce and Krystal Russell, Tyrone and Zhivargo Laing and family, Min. Dudley and Theameaka Francis and family, Frederick Morley and family, Ronald and
Inez Arthur and family, Lynden and Karen Edwards and family, Cranston McDonald and family, Elder Ricardo and Sandra Major, Pastor Deion Gibson and family, Jackie Morley and family, Livingstone and Ida Barbes and family, Rudy Rolle and family, Brenda Jagnandon and family, Antonio Braynen and family, Mark Gardiner and family, Elder Eudane Thompson and family, Colon Russell and family, Dane, Ria Strachan and family, Wayne Basden and family, Wayne Carey and family, Jermaine, Dahlia Gibson and family, Elder Omelia Braynen and family, family of Sheldon Collie, Dion Sears and amily, Michael, Julian Stubbs and family, Emory Johnson and family, Shamie Rolle and family, Garett and Dania Thompson and family, Corey Rolle and family, Glen Forbes and family, Dion Pratt and family, Edney Anderson and family, Joy Darling, Anna Johnson and family, Tawari Rodgers and family, David and Charmene Wallace and family, Lynberg, Ronnie Cooper and family, Hawksbill High Class of 1990, Alice Williams and family, Idella Pratt and family, Elder Joseph Rigby and family, Teddy and Driscoll Woodside and family, Drexel Jr. and Dominique Pinder and family, Lawrence Davis and family, Ricardo and Sandra Major and family, Elwood Lundy and family, Crystal McSweeney and family, Yvonne Clark and family, Maxcia Williams and family, Ryan Grabill and family, Convoy of Hope family, Kathleen Feaster and family, Jerry Lowe and family and many others too numerous to mention.
Viewing will be held in the “Celestial Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For Mrs. Margaret Margaretta Johnson, 76
of # Cedar Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas died at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas on Thursday, September 5th, 2024.
She is survived by her husband: Redwin Johnson; children: Sharon Wildgoose, Bernard Sawyer Sr., and Arlington Sands; grandchildren: Sharanda Russell, Calisha Roberts, Camron, Lebron and Jahronique Gibson, Bernard Jr. and Brianna Sawyer; great grandchildren: Byronique and Brenae Roberts, Jermaine Russell Jr., Jermair Russell and Brielle Sawyer; sisters: Mildred Pople, Doris Cash, Patsy Burrows and Gracie Thomas; brothers: Edward and Clint Laroda; 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 later date.
Funeral Service For
Mr. Galen Terrille Godet, 42
of # 190-A Polaris Drive and Dogfish Street, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at Calvary Bible Church, Sergeant Major and Cromwell Drives, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Darrin Rolle assisted by Bro. Harold Pierre. Interment will follow at the Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.
Galen is survived by his mother: Betty Lillig; father: Ralph Godet; daughters: Gentyl Godet, and Shavay Godet; sisters: Alisa StreatherRobinson and Roshelle Godet-Grant; brothers: Robert Streather, Tafari Thompson, DeShield Godet, Rashad Godet and Ryan Godet; brothers-in-law: Reynold Robinson and Treco Grant; sister-in-law: Cindy Godet; nieces: Asiyah Igbokoyi, Tiara Thompson, Tafarah Thompson, Amber, Alexis, Miracle and Hannah; nephews: Rasheed Robinson, Asif Robinson, David Thompson, Shiloh Thompson, Tafari Thompson Jr., Mark, and Geo; aunts: Eva (T. Langton) Hilton, Maggie Moss, Rosa Mae (David) Bain, Rose Richardson, Ruby Graham, Hannah Gray and Sonia Godet; uncles: John (Theda) Godet, Rev. Edward (Mary) Godet, George Godet and William (Sharon) Godet; cousins: Clyde Bullard, Rashaan, Rakeya and family, Tracy Mills, Roston and Ryan Mills and family, Ricco Bullard and family, Roston Mills, Sylvia, Dorothy, Vernal, Stephanie, Daphne, Alexandra, Donna Joan, Theodore, Lilian, Barry, Donna, Theophilus, Paulette, Ian, Dien, Melvin, Philip, Deryck, Elizabeth, Stephen, Gregory, Woodrow, Camille, Adrian, Rosa, Esther, Paula, Naomi, Candace, David, Jonathan, Bergit, Scottie, Orey, Delza, Deirdre, Duncan, Alison, Alvero, Bernard, Georgette, Presley, Karatesha, Diego, William, Chemarco, Geneen, Johan, Eastwood and Mickel; cherished cousin: Mia; special mention: Aunt Angie Thompson and family, Aunt Sophia Thompson and family, Aunt Coralee Godet and family, Dr. Dawn Gallagher and family, Raquel Smith and family, Joneka Wright and family, Shemika Jones and family, Auntie Pam Saunders and family; god-sister: Lisa Davis; Adopted Son, Devonte’ Tate; adopted aunt: Nancie Carroll; and a host of other relatives and friends including: descendants of the late George Godet, family of the late Ivy Duncanson, family of the late Lloyd Quant, Phillipa Forde and family, Management and Staff at the Department of Agriculture, Anthony Bannister and family, Jason Burnside and family, Staff at Albacore Construction Co., Wellie Thompson and family, Patricia (Pett) Smith and family, Pastor Darrin Rolle and Members at Calvary Bible Church, United Grand Council and Order of Eastern Stars, Members of Freeport Lion’s Club, Austin ‘Bernie’ Davis, Mr. Joel Lewis, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Grand Bahama, Danni Dames, Edrica Tate and family, Shavon Stubbs and family, Shameka Ferguson and family, Dianna and Anishka Garland and family, Welly and Paulette Rolle and family, Sandra
Matthew Wildgoose, Adjani Neely, Eric Martin, Jeniesko Pennerman, Anton Sturrup, Llewellyn Forbes, Ahmad Neely, Nguyen Stewart, Brandon Miller, T’Jean Sands, Johnovan Smith, Shavonne Rolle, Shervin Johnson, Che’ Darville, Erykah Monique, Imani Forbes, Faith, Heather, Cranston and Travis McDonald, Cherita Jackson, Tameka Carroll and family, Tina Powell, Phillip Russell, Santo Williams, Renee Levy, Don Brown, La’ Dawn Brown, Nikita Brown, Lilymae Brown, Keldra Sweeting, Fritz Bootle Jr., Narada Scott, Tyrone ‘taffy’ Aranha Jr., Isaac Green, Clayton Powell, Lydia, Adam ‘gummy’ Powell, Patrick ‘Chubby’ Powell, Clitena ‘Tina’ Powell, Michael, Michel, Clayton Jr., and Claynique Powell, Percival and Katie Albury, Pretano, Nerissa, Prescilla, Cephas, Natasha, Emil Poitier Jr., Karen Smith, Wesley Saunders, Wesley Jr., Julius, and Ishneal Martin, Jabar Lightbourn, Dino Saunders, Jalal ‘Doughboy’ Saunders, Renaldo ‘Rambo’ Beckford, Preston Bowe, Julius ‘jay’ Saunders, Leonardo and Lavardo Martin, Walter McKinney, Youkal, Berkley, Neslie Miller, Teran Dorsette, Forrester Carroll Jr., R. Inspector Gwen Pinder, Melissa, Rod and Charles Stubbs, Sgt. 3680 Cruz Carroll, Carolyn and Valerie Carroll, Maxine and Marlene Wilson, Philippa Stubbs, Neville Kemp Jr., Leon Smith, Ingrid Cartwright, Bennika, Benniko and Benn Beneby, Lisa and Donna Knowles, Sgt. Corey Rolle, Adrian Sands and family, Members of the Top Tier Riders and The Freeport Riders clubs.
Viewing will be held in The Foyer at Calvary Bible Church, Sergeant Major and Cromwell Drives on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to Service time.
Death Notice For Ms. Valerie Vanera
Braithwaite,
60
of Cooper’s Town, Abaco, Bahamas died at Princess Margaret Hospital, Nassau, New Providence on Sunday, September 8th, 2024.
She was predeceased by her husband: Orin Braithwaite; parents: Inez and Henry Pritchard; sister: Karen Lightbourne.
She is survived by her son: Aliandro Braithwaite; sisters: Curlene Roberts, Nelrose Parker, Andrea Joseph, Joycelyn Saunders, Jennifer Pritchard, Bonnie Pritchard and Mirinda Pritchard; brothers: Berkley Wright, Barry, Felton, Tyrone and Kevin Pritchard and Benson Joseph; 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 later date.
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Funeral Service For Mr. Willard Andre Rutherford, 78
of #5 Kent Circle, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Nassau, New Providence will be held on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, 1:45 p.m. at The Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King, East Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Canon Norman Lightbourne assisted by Father Colin Saunders, Canon Curtis Robinson and The Very Reverend Patrick Adderley.
Will was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
Will is survived by his wife: Geneva Rutherford; children: Dr. Keino (Lara) Rutherford, Michael (Alison) Mattison; grandchildren: Wesley and Jackson Rutherford, Margaret Mattison; brothers and sisters: Bradley Rutherford, Derek (Sonia) Rutherford, Ian Rutherford, Deidre Baptiste Clark, Ernestine (Wendell) Kelly, Garnell (Gary) Cooper, Khrystle (Jevone) Ferguson, Ashley Rutherford, Leroy Samuels Jr., Fulton Samuels Sr., Cheryl Samuels and Charlene Samuels; brothers and sisters-in-law: Anthony, Leonard and Leo Major, Peter Minnis, Alice Mortimer, Cheryl Minnis and Nathalie Rutherford; nieces and nephews: Bradley (Jesinth) Rutherford Jr., Thea (Kenneth) Saunders, Davina Rutherford, Danah Weech, Tiffany Rutherford, Rayne, Daja and Yale Rutherford, Summer and Syvonia Pennerman, Kirsten Shaver, Nekco and Dimitri Kelly, Jamaal and Ethan Cooper, Samiah, Chanarae, Jasmine, Dominic and Jaydon Rutherford, Megan Clark, Maxwell and Camden Ferguson, Thea Paul, Dellarese Hinsey, Karen Mortimer, Brittany Minnis, Peter Minnis Jr.;
grandnieces and nephews: Breana Rutherford, Kendra Saunders, Levon Outten, Justyce and Judah Weech, Jaziya Riley, Reagan Riley, Rome Riley, Daii-Amor Thompson, YaaAsantewaa and Akeelah Maura, Raven Rolle, Desirae Gray, Kristi Hinsey, Taryn Braynen, Jaelynn Clark, Azalia Storr; great grandnieces and nephews: Chase Collins, Charlotte Brown; godchildren: Timothy Eneas QC, Dr. Philippa Belton, Stacy Roberts, and Dr. Kia King; god brothers and sisters: Devain (Deanne) Maycock and Camille (Desmond) Rolle, and Gigi Sherman; cousins: Astrid and Venice Davis, Kati Barrett, Cheryl Gibson, Ian Bethel, Xavier and Xayla Bethel, Andrea Armbrister, Mark (Edith) Sinead and Shevvena Bethel, Burton Braynen, Burton Jr., Burtina Mickerria Braynen, Devaina Lightbourne (Ayden), Marteka Roberts Maycock, Denysha, DeShan, DeShon, Denyelle and D’Nae Maycock, Desmond II and Devaughn Rolle; and a host of other Relatives and Friends including: the Right Honorable Philip Davis, Prime Minister, and Mrs. Anne Davis, Right Hon. Hubert Ingraham and family, Dean Patrick and Mrs. Astrid Adderley, Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Michael Pintard and the Free National Movement, Hon. Kwasi Thompson, MP, H.E. Patrick and Clarice Hanlan, Former Justice Neville and Justice Petra Adderley, Godfrey Eneas and family, Geoffrey Eneas, Barry Malcolm and family, Neko (Barbara) Grant, McDonald Penn, Bernard (Francis) Collie, Wellington (Carnetta) Pinder, Nick and Debbie Kikivarakis, Rufus and Beryl Allen, Quinn and Alicia Moore, Janis Davis, Carolyn Mark, Indhira Leaverette (Rod), Leah (Earl) Skrine, Jeffrey (Sandra) Malcolm, Brittany Malcolm, Ryan Malcolm, Philice (Kyle) Albury, Philippa (Joseph) Belton, Philip Davis Jr., Philmore Davis, Christopher (Tamara) Davis, Christina (Keon) Justin, Kyle Andrew and Cole Albury, Parker and Phoenix Davis, Christopher Davis Jr. (CJ), Noah and Lucas Justin, entire families of Kent Circle (Arden Forest), Judy Theophilus, Yvonne Smith, Dr. Odia Stubbs, Carolyn Roberts and family, Carl Brennen and family, Fred Sturrup, Gladstone McPhee and family, Arthur Fountain and family, the Kellman family, the Austin family, Leslie Seymour, Wilbert Poitier, Geno Jones, Neko Grant, Alonzo Pratt, Alonzo Pratt II, Ashton Pratt, Marcian Curry, Carl Nottage, Tina Pratt, Remiro Russell, K. Bryan Hanna, David Hoyte, Kevin Bethel, Kingsley Smith, Brandon McQuay, Earl Inniss, Kendall Rolle, Linda Williams, Brent Sands, Wory Gilbert, Johnaceo “Nay Nay” Saunders, Michael Sweeting, Ramon Grant, Navarro Bastian, Reneldo Russell, parents and the entire Buccaneer Baseball Club and numerous, Anita Woo and Staff at Freeport Warehouses, other relatives and friends.
Persons wishing to sign the Book of Condolences may do in “The Foyer” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 12:30 p.m.
Funeral Service For Mrs. Maxine Morris-Simmons, 58
of Seven Hills, Cooper’s Town, Abaco, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, 11:00a.m. at Faithwalk Church of God, Cooper’s Town, Abaco. Officiating will be Pastor Tyrone Mills assisted by Pastor Jackie Curry. Interment will follow at Fox Town Public Cemetery, Fox Town, Abaco.
Left to cherish her great memories are her loving and devoted husband: Axcel Simmons Sr.; mother: Agnis McIntosh; daughters: Eloneika McIntosh Kelly (Terrance) and Candalea McIntosh; sons: Valention McIntosh (Helesha) Geno, Rico Sir (Roneisha) and Axcel “JR” Simmons, Rashad Russell (Tedrone) and Kyle Sawyer; step child: Nakita Simmons; grand daughters: Jamalieah Russell, Valeah McIntosh, Terricka, Grace and Mercy Simmons, Laylah Russell and Makiya Davis; grandsons: Jamari and Elvado Russell, Rico Jr., Geno Jr. and Markito Simmons, Aston Albury; sisters: Ceceila Vickers (Raynard), Rapunzal Pinder (Marcus) Bridgette Bowleg; brothers: Elijah and Jackson Morris, Jeffery Thompson, Otis Thomas (Patrice) Clint and Clyde Russell; adopted brother: Edmund Wells (Tamika); nieces: Deanya Thompson, Carnell and Destiny Thomas, Elva and Angel Russell, Tre’sure Bowleg, Markaiyah Pinder, Otrisha Sands (Channon), Whitney Valcin (Max) Tavara Innocent (Francois), Crystal Outten (Robert), Michelle, Sarah and Jahna’ Morris, Tamia, Nathalie and Blair Wells; nephews: Okeyno Thompson, Owen and Ricardo Thomas (Joann), Renardo Moxey, Marquis Pinder, Terrano Bowleg, Clint Russell Jr., Margaritte Mills, Ray Vickers, Brandon Maxwell, Johnathan and Matthew Hart, Edvan, Jamal, Allington and Tyler Wells; grandnieces: Keyerra Thompson, Abaigial and Avery Innocent, Neveah Russell, Beanca, Miracle and Jasmine Thomas; grandnephews: Jerome, Jaron, Lorenzo and D’nadre, Jaymeri Russell, Ricardo Jr. Thomas, Ramesses Davenport, Elijah and Jamari Forbes and Romani Wells; aunts: Patricia Joiclen, Cecelia McIntosh, Eleanor Rafaletta Deloris Russell (Ralph), Shannamae Ambrister (Glen), Eleanor Bowleg, Eva, Joycelyn, Sabrina Morris, Cetal Curry and Ulrica McIntosh (George); uncles: Jeremiah and Baton McIntosh, Alphelus, Amos and Harold Saunders, George Morris and Glenroy Russell; sisters-in-law: Regina Beverly Missick, Dr. Rosalyn Saunders (Gregory); brothers-in-law: Rev. Zeldon Simmons (Linda), Timothy Simmons, Terrance Simmons, Cecil Simmons (Stacy) and Clarence Simmons
(Stacy); aunts-in-law: Edith Laing and Elizabeth, Roslyn and Theresa Pinder; uncles-in-law: Clifford (Rosemary) and Reginald Pinder (Gaylene); godchildren: Rolando McIntosh, Johnesha Edgecombe, Marcia Russell, Faith Rolle and Mickel Curry and Maliyah Forbes; numerous Cousins and Special Friends including: Diann Cornish and family, Mickey McIntosh and family, Valencia Langstaff and family, Teneil Smith and family, Vincenette McIntosh, Covan Saunders and family, Greneka Johnson, Dwight McIntosh and family, Sharelyn Cooper and family, Beryl Saunders and family, Ulean Sands and family, Tyie Russell and family, Sandra and Janet Saunders and the entire Saunders family, Jimmy Williams and family, Agustine and Jimmy and entire Williams family, Glen and entire Culmer family, Gary Hudson and family, Jerry Lowe and family, Alma Branch and family, Hazel Rigby, Kendal Rolle, Judy Riley, Marcia Campbell, Sidney Rolle, Shamece Pinder, Raquel, Suzanne, Cindy and Sharone Russell, Latoya Antoine, Tyrone and Kendrick Russell, Don Rolle and family, Wesley Rolle, Charles-Flody and the entire Poitier and family, Portia Rolle and family, entire Wright family, Duke-Cliff and the entire Bootle family, Julie Edgecombe and entire Murray family, Laterio Russell and Family, Gia Mackey and family Lawanda McIntosh (Godsister), Venable Rolle (Godfather) Pastor Jacky Curry and Family, Rev. John McIntosh and family, Bishop Tyrone Mills and family, Olive Forbes and Family, Pastor Leslie Cornish and family, Bishop Terrance Strachan and family, Janet Burrows and family, Antionette Curry and family, Maggie McIntosh and family, Frankie Evans and family, Terrece BootleLaing and family, Sharon Thomas and family, Louisa Sullivian and family, Erma Burrows and family, Elaine Saunders and family, Esther Arthur and family, Janet Laing and family, Mrs. Deann Curry and family, Linda Mills and family, Sandra Russell and family, Rosemary Murray and Family, Sr. Magistrate LaQuay Laing and family, Wilton Russell and family, Oganger Stuart and family, Jack Wells and family, Patrice Higgs and family, Edith Bootle and family, Sarah Edgecombe and family, Dwight Edgecombe and family, Shameka Newry and Scott and Family, Rose Johnson and family, Eleanor Burrows and family, Janet Cooper and family, Gytrell Williams and family, Andrea Joseph and family, Keisha and Millicent Edgecombe and family, Diana Bain and family, Curlene Russell and family, Stacy Walker and family, Ashuntaye Reckley and family, Bernadine and family; Louis Dames and family, Molly McIntosh and family, Curtis Pinder and family, Jeffrey Pinder and family, Bishop Cardinal McIntosh and family, Arnold Davis and family, Jessie Rigby and family, Lillian Simmons and family, Calvin Missick, Grace Ellis, Kathleen Missick and family, Valentine Darisier and family, Pinder family, Kemp family, Laing family, Baillou family, Wilson family, Betty Newman and family, the entire East End communities. and the entire community at Cooper’s Town, Fox Town and the entire Abaco’s.
Viewing will be held in The Foyer at Faithwalk Church of God, Cooper’s Town, Abaco on Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Services For
Mrs. Melvine Rosetta Cash, 70
of Lower Bouge, Eleuthera, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, 11:00 a.m. at Charles Wesley Methodist Church, Lower Bogue, Eleuthera. Officiating will be Reverend Dr. Jacinta Marie Neilly assisted by Deacon Wadye Higgs and Min. James Munroe. Interment will follow at Henderson View Public Cemetery, Lower Bogue, Eleuthera.
Left to cherish her memories are her husband: Freeman Cash; children: Delroy Higgs, Roscoe Cash and Deanne Johnson; grandchildren: Samuel, Rowinique, Kenesha, Roscoe Jr. and Keninque Cash; step children: Paulette Brown, Alenea Gardiner, Angie, Carlamae, Randolph and Eugene Cash; sister: Ismae Johnson; brothers: Whitfield, and Caleb Albury; sisters-inlaw: Diane Albury and Zerlene Cash; nieces and nephews: Melonie Kemp, Roger and Kimberly Albury, Livingston and Rev. Ninja Albury, Kimeo and Deandra Albury, Elton Johnson, Pastor’s Brenda and Leander Johnson, Tamara and Dominic Johnson, Zebith, Laura, Sharlon, Timothy and Devona Johnson, Whitney Sr., Willard, Rosene, Willie, Yvette, Scotland, Jordan, Patrick, Patrice Albury and Sophie Cash; fifty plus grandnieces and nephews; aunt: Rosemary Johnson; godchildren: Bradiesha Wallace and Shannon Johnson; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Pastor Emeritus Ednol and Emerald Cash and family, Larry Johnson, Sharmaine Davis, Nicka Thompson, Sylvia Moss and family, Rowena and Abraham Johnson, Charles Lord, Elder Lyman Cash and family, Jenorosa Sands, Nurse Claretta Albury Strachan, Evelina Pennerman, Adrien Barry, Clarice Neilly and family, Wellington and Marie Johnson, Ismae Moss, Thomas Albury, the Bain’s, Albury’s, Kelly’s, Johnson’s, Mackey’s, Cash’s and Neilly’s family; special friends includes: Besty Kelly, Alieudi Brazela, Eloise Higgs, Madeline Cash, Junior Moss, Morlene Morely, Steadman Johnson, Ken Albury, Godfrey Cash, Min. Frederick and Julliette Wallace, Maricia Cash and family, Bishop Cedric Albury and the members of The church of God Cathedral, Pastor and Members at Charles Wesley Methodist Church, Nurse Agnes Deveaux and the
entire Medical team at the Lower Bogue and Bluff Clinic and the entire community at Lower Bogue and Harbour Island Eleuthera.
Viewing will be held at Charles Wesley Methodist Church, Lower Bogue, Eleuthera on Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and again on Saturday at the Church from 9:30 a.m. until service time.
Mrs. Ruth Annis Sweeting, 66
of #109 Jansel Court, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, 10:00a.m. at Freeport Gospel Chapel, Sanderling Circle and Kite Street. Officiating will be Evangelist Kevin Knowles assisted by Bro. Stanley Pinder. Interment will follow at Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.
Ruth was predeceased by her husband: William “Willie” Sweeting; parents: Sherlock and Susan Russell; sisters: Joan Albury and Karen Bethel; brothers: Duncan Russell and Peter Russell; step son: Forrest “Woody” Sweeting.
Precious Mmemories will linger in the hearts of her loving son: William Sweeting II; daughter-in-law: Alexandra “Alex” Sweeting; granddaughters: Abigail and Hadassah; step son: Thomas “Tommy” Sweeting; step daughters-in-law: Dawn Sweeting and Wendy Sweeting; step grandchildren: Jarrod, Jessica, Samantha, Savanna, Danielle, Summer, Daniel, Madison and Myles; sisters: Olga Bethel and Linda Russell; brother: Walter “Glen” Russell; siblings-in-law: Howard Bethel, Helen Russell and Danielle Russell; numerous beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of other relatives and special friends.
Viewing will be held in the “Irenic Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service for James Edward Key Jr., 75
of Coral Harbour, Nassau, The Bahamas, who died at his residence on Thursday, 5th September, 2024 will be held at Assembly Hall of Jehovah”s Witnesses, Edmond Street, Highland Park, Nassau on Saturday, 14th September, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. Bro. Niall Farquharson will officiate.
Cremation was held.
He was predeceased by parents, James Edward Key, Sr., and Edith Mildred Key; brothers, Ivan, Larry, Samuel and Philip Key; sisters, Iris Pinder, Catherine Malone and Rowena Cates; brothers-in-law, Vincent Malone, Dennis Cates, Audley Roberts and Philip Pinder; sister-in-law, Brenda Key and nephews, Stanton Chea and Desmond Key.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra Key; daughters, Deann Coutts and Sheena Callaghan; grandsons, Ethan Coutts and Ollie Callaghan; grand daughters, Grace and Brooke Coutts; brother, Ronald Key; sisters, Josephine Saunders and Violet Roberts; sons-in-law, John Coutts and Martin Callaghan; brothers-in-law, Stephen Lowe and Dereck Saunders; sistersin-law, Cindy Key, Julia Key, Christine Key and Marsha Harbers; nephews, Steven Chea, John and Jason Saunders, Victor and Austin Malone, Peter Roberts, Oscar, Lawrence and Murray Cates, Samuel Key, Jr., Jamaal and Jermaine Key; nieces, Deerika Deal, Sonja Knowles, Krystal Weatherford, Mary Ann Albury, Leanne Key, Angela Pinder, Stephanie Bandelier and Denise Cates; special thanks to Stephen C. Johnson, Anthony Greene, Peter and Laverne Bridgewater, Inez Claridge, Betty Miller, Nurse Judith Demeritte, Dr. Margo Munroe and the West Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses and many other relatives and friends.
ZOOM ID 840 5123
Passcode 534327
Arrangements by Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited.
Death Notice for Rosemary Marion Johnson
Born April 25th, 1937 in Ryde, Isle of Wight, England.
Rosemary passed away peacefully at her home #16 Manchester Street, Blair Estates that she shared with her husband of 64 years, at 5:20 p.m. on September 4th, 2024.
Rosemary is survived by her sister, Audrey Harris; her husband, Donald P. Johnson; her daughter, Cheryl J. Newell; son-in-law, Mark Newell; Daughter-in-law, Deborah Workman-Johnson; Grandchildren, Justin Johnson (wife: Leah Johnson), Megan Johnson, Brandon Johnson, Harrison Newell, Jonathan Newell and great grands, Evan Johnson and Lucas Johnson. She was predeased by her father Albert Rugg and mother Luch Rugg, her son Andrew Donald Johnson, and many other relatives and friends.
A Service of Homegoing will be held at Global Village Methodist Church, Queens College Auditorium, Village Road on Spetemeber 28th, 2024 at 11:00 am.
No black please. Bright and colorful colors!
Death Notice for Shirley Louise Sawyer, 86
of Blair Estates, Nassau, The Bahamas, died at her residence on Wednesday, 11th September, 2024.
She was predeceased by her husband, Clyde Talmadge Sawyer; her daughters, Debbie Albury and Dorinda Olssen; her sister, Diane Sawyer and her daughter-in-law, Lily Sawyer.
She is survived by sons, Rickey Sawyer; her daughter, Denise Hicks; grandsons, Michael Clyde Albury, Jason Sawyer, Morgan Olssen and Matthew Olssen; granddaughters, Tonise Berdanis, Rebecca Albury, Chantelke Hicks, Amanda Albury, Megan Argyris and Cassie Sawyer; brother-in-law, Tommy Bethel; sistersin-law, Janet Cash, Donna Sawyer, Pasty Roberts, Ruth Pinder and Katherine Albury; great grandchildren, John, Nicholas and Mark Berdanis, Journey Hicks, Saylor Potte, Charles and Aidan Albury, Iillia and Amity Argyis, Liam Olssen, Gillian and Jane Spellman and Naso Argyis; granddaughters-in-law, Ashley Olssen and Ashley Cadman Olssen; great grandaughter, Serena Chan Berdanis; great great granddaughter, Kehlani Berdanis and her cargivers, Jacqueline Baccas and Grace Hamilton and special thanks to Dr. Christine Chin and Williamson Chea and many other relatives and close friends.
Funeral arrangements to be announced.
Funeral Service For
Willis John Larrimore, 66
of Elizabeth Estates, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 10:00a.m. on Saturday, 14th September, 2024 at Christ The King Anglican Church, Ridgeland Park. Offciating will be Archdeacon Dwight H. L. Rolle assisted by and other members of the clergy. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone Road.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Esthermae Larrimore; 3 daughters: Lakisha, Latonya and Shereka; 1 son: Larry; 3 sisters: Josephine Webb of Ft. Lauderdale, Janet Larrimore of Texas and Christine McPhee (Pastor Philip McPhee) of Eleuthera; 1 uncle: Felix Larrimore (Eulamae); grandchildren: Keshea & Kenria Evans, Elysha & Eleazar Goodman and Rhylee Albury; great grandchild: Khyree Knowles aka Doll; 1 niece: Mercy of Texas; 3 nephews: Sheridan Webb Jr., of Atlanta, Ga, Trevor Bullard and Kristen Campbell; grand nieces: Giovanna and Trevonya; grand nephews: Trevor Jr. Dh’Kye, Kristen Jr. Evan and Caleb, Julian and Wesley Webb; father-in-law: Rev. Clayton W. Hanna; brotherin-law: Marcus Hanna (Dellarese); sisters-in-law: Merthlynn (David) Armbrister, Barbara (Herbert) Woodside, Iona (Edward) Martin, Ethlynn (William) Wong and Ruthlynn Timothy Seymour; other relatives: Dwayne, Pedro, Ray Jr., Michael and Benjamin, Prenetta, Ida, Darnell, Rosemary, Monique, Tameka & Debbie Larrimore family, George, Maxwell, John, James, Cedric, Solomon, Charles, Eric, Enoch, Lynden, Winston, Hunsbury, Glen & Oral, Rosemary, Jennie, Valerie, Angel, Melissa, Tiana, Ursula, Tanya and Evelyn, Louise, Corene; and a host other relatives & friends: Brian Lewis, Victoria Flowers, Betty Stubbs, Pastor & Lady Elvis Ramsey, Merlene & Una Romer, Jerry & Trisha, Emmaline, Joy Khan; children of the Late Harim Larrimore; children of the late Jack Larrimore, Larrimore, Seymour, Armbrister, Dean, Farrington, Farrah, Thompson, Stubbs, Miller, Campbell, Newbold and Webb Families of Arthur’s Town, Orange Creek & The Bannerman Town Communities, Anne Stubbs, Lawrence Rolle, Traves Dorsette, Dwayne Smith, William Nairn, Jerome Forbes, Hanna Family, Dianne Colebrooke and Family, Tina Turnquest, Michelle Charlton, Apostle George & Pastor Saveletta Fowler, Bishop Heath & Pastor Andrea Fowler, Pastor Kenva Fowler, Tina Turnquest, Marisma Clarke, Michelle Charlton, Final Hour Apostolic Ministries Family, New Bethany Church Family, Kelly’s Lumber Yard Family, Blue Lagoon Island Family, Paradise Games Family and other relatives and friends.
Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, # 103 Mt .Royal Avenue and Talbot Street on Friday, September 13th, 2024 from 11:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service for
JOHN HENRY “Lil John” FORBES, 54
a resident of Bamboo Crest, Golden Gates, will be held at Golden Gates Native Baptist Church, Lobster Avenue, on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Alonzo Hinsey, Jr., assisted by Pastor Emeritus Dr. Alonzo Hinsey, Sr. & other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, JFK Drive.
John was pre-deceased by his father: Ernest “Tony” Lewis.
Left to cherish his precious memory are his, Mother: Olive Forbes. Children: Anastasia Forbes, Jaleesa (Kevin) McCartney, Richa Forbes. Step Children: Nikera Ferguson, Crystal and Christopher Cash. Grand Children: Carter Garcia, Chloe McCartney, Bailey and Brielle Brown, Christen Cash, Macario and Nykai Wilmore and Kristen-Dior Smith. Partner: Gaylene Rolle. Sisters: Thelma (Ernest) Moss, Kathleen (Dwayne) McPhee, Angela Butler of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Ellemae and Cherrise Lewis. Brothers: Calbert Forbes of West Palm Beach, Florida and Allen Forbes. Uncles: Courtney Sr. and Alfonso Forbes. Nieces: Kawanda, Crystal, Tracy, Trina, Susan and Doyshan Forbes of Canada, Shantell (George Jr.) Greene, Darnell (Donajuan) Richards, Cherisse (Daniel) Rahming, Amanda Butler, Vanilla and Cherish Walker. Nephews: Calbert Jr., Kirkwood Sr., Rodney, Demitri, Leroy and Cromwell (Kimberly) Forbes, Norman (Amanda) Beckford Sr., Theadore Shephard Jr., James Butler and Dwayne McPhee Jr.; Grand Nieces: Kashan and Kaynell Williams, Devonique and De’Shanti Greene, Maddysyn Major, Zaire Richards, Devinya, Shanice and Adrianna Forbes. Grand Nephews: Norman Beckford Jr., Charles Watson Jr., Emmette Farrington, Devon Greene, Kenaz Babbs, Keshawn, Cromwell Jr., Macai, Demaggio, Demani Kirkwood Jr., Kevin Forbes and Donajaun Richards Jr.; Cousins: Eugene, Van, Courtney Jr., and Philip Forbes, Mario (Leia) Rolle, Baldwin Johnson, Melva, Psyche, Warren (Lithera), Ryan and Sylvanus Saunders, Ruthmae (Clyde) Wilkinson, Cessy Ferguson, Terry Dean, Shelley and Brandon Martin, Bernadette Carter, Jocelyn Carey, Barbara Smith, Nell, Kizzy, and Lynette Gibson, Shelia Munroe, Carolyn McPhee, Debbie Miller, Gloria Ferguson, Donavon Colebrook and Leroy Clarke. Other relatives including: Carla Jones and family, Roberto Brown and family, Francisco Garcia, Carolyn Rolle and family, Dorcas Kemp and family, Elaine Young and family, David Rahming and family, Cedric Cash, Warren Adderley, Jenniemae and Denzel Collie, Neville Bain, Stephanie Adams, Kassie Thurston of Canada, Archiclous, Harvey Jr., Vincbert, Trevor, Theresa, Caranikka, Catherine, Olivia, Brenda, Patrice, Michell, Shirelle, Oneil, Antonia, Tamika, Brendia, Zaria, Havanae, Naldae, Renikkay Rico, Carlos, Anton, Pedro Jr., Dudley, Vandyke, Allen, Harvey III and The Wilkinson family. Many friends including: Hon. Pia T. Glover-Rolle, Golden Gates MP, David Shane
Gibson, Former Golden Gates MP, Anthony Rolle - Assistant Commissioner of Police, Bishop Kendal Simmons and family, Kermit and Louise McCartney and family, Nurse Gloria Dorsette, Donna Curtis-Sergeant, Michelle Whymns and family, Gordetta Musgrove and family, Ladia Roxbury and family, Hanna Brice and family, Rashetta Culmer-Strachan and family, Wesley Gaitor and family, Jackie Johnson, Kevin Woodside and family, Charles Hepburn and family, David Adderley and family, Sean Hunter and family, Clyde Taylor and family, Theadore Shepherd Sr., Bridgette Burnside and family, David and Audrey Capron and family, Ancenette McCartney, Jennifer Rahming and family, Michael (Shabba) and family, Rudy Gray and family, Goldie and family, Junior and family, Vanessa Musgrove and family, Erica Gilbert, Theresa Ritchie, Virginia Bowe, Jamane Miller and family, Marvin Lockhart and family, Michael Hinsey and family, Devano Smith and family, The Forbes family of Rochester, New York, The Collie family, The Morley family, The Moseley family, The Pratt family, The Johnson family, The Moss family, The Beadle family, The Rolle family, The Miller family, The Rodgers family, The Albury family, The Joseph family, The Sears family, The Nairn family, The Baker family, The Bain family, Jazz Bar and Casino staff (Baha Mar), Nicole’s Beauty Supplies staff, Princess Margaret Hospital staff, Ministry of Health and Wellness staff, Ministry of Public Service staff, Golden Gates Family Clinic staff, The entire Golden Gates #1, Pinewood Gardens and Black Point, Exuma Communities, Church of God of Prophecy Seven Hills, Golden Gates Native Baptist Church, Ricardo Auto Plus staff, Eddie’s Electrical Management and staff, A.C. Electric Management and staff, Eagle’s Electrical Management and staff, Heastie’s Gas Station, Leslie Flying Low Management and staff and Nassau Habour Club Hotel and Marina.
We apologize to any loved ones whose names were inadvertently omitted. John was well known and loved by many!
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for
DELANO BECKFORD, 46
a resident of Meadows Street, Bain Town, died at PMH on Monday, August 19, 2024.
He is survived by his mother: Mary Beckford; sisters: Adrianna Seymore & Kellyopia Beckford; brothers: Jeremiah Jr., Kevin, Clement, Mark & Anthony Beckford; numerous aunts & uncles & a host of other relatives & friends
Funeral arrangements will be announced later
Funeral Service for
WENZEL VINCENT HANNA, 80
a resident of Love Hill, Andros, will be held at Holy Cross Anglican Church, Highbury Park, Soldier Road, on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be The Rev’d Dr. Ethan P.J. Ferguson, assisted by The Rev’d Fr. Welcott A. Bain, The Rev’d Fr. Neil Nairn & The Rev’d Fr. John Kabiga. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
Left to cherish his memories are his devoted wife of 57 years: Catechist Elizabeth Hanna. Sons (& Daughter-In-Law): Vincent (Kadesha), Wavell, and Enan Ed Hanna. Daughters (& Son-In-Law): Lana and Sharon Hanna, Kischalee (Rodney) Brown, and Aldeika Hanna. Grandchildren: Kristian, Dalicia, O’Cean, Roschea, and Jordyn Hanna. Sister: Gwendolyn Hanna. Adopted sister and closest friend: Rev. Mary Hanna. Mother-In-Law: Lanice Taylor. Aunts including: Margaret Lewis, Agnes Leadon, and Gloria Neymour. Nephews: Bishop Tony (Nancy), Alexander (Ruthmae), Phillip, Trevor (Clarise), Audley Jr., Eddison, Stephen, Rodney, Jerome (Janice) and Jason (Shavonne) Hanna, Jermaine, Angelo (Constance), and Dr. Gerard (Sheila) Rolle. Nieces: Vanria (James) Woodside, Diann (Timothy) Wilson, Jacqueline (Wilson) Evans, Lisa Lynn (Joey) Lewis, District Elder Princess (Mario) Burrows, Tanya (Kenny) Minus, Daverley (Pedro) Turnquest, Yvette Albury, Linda Burrows, Nurse Diane Hanna, Icelyn Hanna, Eldetta (Trevor) Duncombe, Preka, Da’Vanna (Christopher) Gibson, and Daresha Hanna. God-children: Audley Jr., Richard Agaro, Pearlee Bain, Heidi Russell, Fredina Scoles. Brothers-In-Law: Tyrone (Verna) Marshall, Aubrey (Saroya), Dereck (Cherise) Taylor, Edward Taylor, Valentino Marshall, and Wilfred (Paulette) Johnson. Sisters-InLaw: Sydree and Glendina Hanna, Clephane, Dr. Rossetta (Ronald) Ingraham, Velda (Phillip) Duncombe, Carole (Brandon) Burrows, Necola (Fred) Rahming, Cleopatra and Vanessa Marshall, Ellen (Simeon) McPhee, Pauline Taylor, Susan and Vernetta Hurse. Cousins and special friends including: George, Patricia and Lisa Bethel, Randolph and Amos Hanna, Slyvia Smith, Pleasant Hanna, Norma McKinney, Rev. Betty Hanna, Elizabeth Evans, Sandra Bain, Patrick, Teddy, Kirkland and Pas. Monique Hanna, Bishop Raymond Mackey, Zorabell Pinder, Garvin Pinder, Sharmaine Farrington-Austin, Alton Rolle, Rev. Leslie and Rozetta Duncombe, Rev. Michael Hinsey and Rev. Alonzo Hinsey, Freddie Hinsey, Sherman Turner, Administrator Shanrose Thompson, Michelle Lewis, Pastor Knowles, Nelson and Shirley Gaitor, Doris Adderley, Pastor Pratt, Monica Stuart, Desiree Ferguson, Dianna Jackson, Damien White, Sancia Dorsett, Janice Burrows, Dionne Munroe and family, Diane and Warren Armbrister and family, Linda Walkes and family, Tiphaney Russel and Mrs. Bethel, Annja Whylly and family, Linda Cooper and family, Michelle Gibson and family, Kenya Gay and family, Mr. and Mrs. Clarance Musgrove
and family, Lloyd and Audrey Henriques and family, Pastor Jeffery Woods and family, Pastor Wanda Rahming and family, Cleola Pinder and family, Mable Stubbs and family, Donna Stubbs and family, Theresa Minnis and family, Kiwanis Club of New Providence, and the Rt. Hon. Philip “Brave” Davis and the Progressive Liberal Party. Additional friends and relatives including: Rudolph Coakley and family, the congregations of the New Highway Pentecostal Church, Rev. Leon and Rev. Annamae Hinsey and Mouth Ethel Church, New Beginning Jubilee Baptist Church, Rev. Dr. Ethan Ferguson and Holy Cross Parish, Fr. Welcott A. Bain and St. Stephen’s Anglican Parish, Rev. Henry and Betty Hinsey and the Mt. Sinai Church Family, Marlin and Blanche Turner and family, Diane and Benry Smith and family, Steve and Shenica Smith and family, Naomi Whyms and family, Inez Gibson and family, Tim Hall and family, Nurse Sylvvy Cooper and the staff of the Fresh Creek Community Clinic, The Princess Margaret Hospital Private Ward, Dr. Drew Bowleg and Family, Dr. Dion Dames and Family, The Mosko Group of Companies, Nikisha Curtis and the staff of the Central Andros High School, the Ministry of the Environment and Housing, The Bahamas Bar Association, Administrator Mr. Leary and the Central Andros District, the M/V Captain Prince and the Munroe family, The staff of Demeritte’s Funeral Home and Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery. Floyd and Nehemiah Neymour and the entire Neymour family, Beecham and the entire Braynen family & Adolphus Leadon and the entire Leadon family, the Newtons, the Hanna, Heastie and Tynes Families, the Hinseys, the McKenzies, the Curtis, the Russells, the Farringtons, the Coakleys, the Mackeys, the Bains, the Neelys, the Rolles, the Edgecombes, the Lewis, the Smiths, the Deans, the Agaros, the Johnsons, the Fraziers, the Marshalls Families, the Moultries and the entire communities of Central, North, and South Andros.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday.
Death Notice for MR. NICHOLAS JOHNSON, 77
a resident of Mastic Point, North Andros, died at his residence on August 8, 2024.
He is survived by his son: Jamaine Johnson; 2 sisters: Maydon Kerr & Mavis Woods; 1 brother: Eddison Johnson; & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Funeral Service for Death Notices for
THYRIQUE NATHAN FRANCIS, 26
a resident of Sunshine Park & formerly of Atlanta, Georgia, will be held at Church of God, Fowler Street, on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Durant Smith. Cremation follows.
He is survived by his mother: Tamika Hadley and her husband: Eric Harris; his father: Nathaniel Mckenzie; sisters: Thinique Francis, Trinique Francis, Erin Hadley, Aaliyah Hadley, Aniyah Hadley, Gabrielle Hadley, Vanessa McKenzie, Tiffany McKenzie, Nathalie McKenzie; brothers: Jeremiah Hadley, Caleb Hadley, Emmanuel McKenzie, Deangelo McKenzie; nephew: Tristin Francis; aunts: Lucille McKenzie, Sherilyn Fletcher, Scherece Moxey, Nicola Pinder, Samantha Edgecombe, Shanrika Santiago, Owenta Coleby, Angel Taylor, JoBeth Coleby-Davis, Crystal Coleby; uncles: Leroy McKenzie, Moses McKenzie, Emmanuel McKenzie, Paul McKenzie, Ciaphas McKenzie, Prince McKenzie, Kendrick Edgecombe; grand aunts: Michelle Edgecombe, Danette Edgecombe, Javia Gibson; grand uncles: Gary Edgecombe, Reggie Edgecombe; cousins: Cameo Edgecombe, Kendra McKenzie, Laroy McKenzie, Shanria Forbes, Kemuel Forbes, Latoya Rolle, Dearana Lewis, Deltera Pinder, Keishan McKinney, Keiarano Lewis, Dekeira Humes, William Green, Bianca Peterson, Jelissa Johnson, Kenricka Lightfoot, Marcus McKenzie, Kenqureo Moxey, Keemare Moxey, Adore Moxey, Kartier Moxey, Kenlazaria Moxey, Kenmyrtaia Moxey, Kenrick Moxey, Kenledjuan Moxey, Elricka Francis, Honesti Kelley; best friends: Ashley Green and Tiara Perkins and many, many more cousins and Sunshine Park family and friends who love him and will miss him greatly, as we all grieve his loss together
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time
HELEN EDITH ELEANOR STURRUP, 76
a resident of South Beach, died at PMH on Thursday, August 29, 2024. She is survived by her 1 daughter: Michelle Annette Sturrup-Bullard; 3 sons: Albert Kingsley, Andrew Dawayne & Craig Lavardo Sturrup; 3 sisters: Shirley Brown, Marina Johnson & Judy Woods; 9 grand children, 3 great grandchildren, numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later
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EDITH IRENE STURRUP, 65
a resident of #6 Arundel Street, died at PMH on Sunday, September 8, 2024.
She is survived by her 3 daughters: Prescola Rolle, Krishna Wright & Veronica Bowe; 2 grandchildren: Kri’Chea Wright & Christopher Griffin III; 1 sister: Delores Carter; 4 brothers: Charles, George, Tyrone & Pedro Sturrup; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
HELEN DOROTHEA INGRAHAM 98
a resident of Verbena Street aka Rolle Avenue, died at PMH on Friday, September 6, 2024.
She is survived by her 3 daughters: Patricia Clarke-Davis, Sonia Ingraham-Parker & Claire Ingraham-Burrows; sister-in-law: Vivian Francis; 2 sons-in-law: Lawrence Burrows & Kenneth Parker; 18 grand children including: Citarra BurrowsCollard, Koshena Davis, Jewel SaundersRolle, Kenyon, Geronimo & Abril Parker, Lawrence Jr. & Erin Burrows & Parinique Saunders; 12 great grandchildren, numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Death Notices for
DEACON ORMOND STUBBS, 81 aka
“Uncle Bulla” or “Judge”
a resident of Finlayson Street & formerly of Long Bay Cay, Andros, died at his residence on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
He is survived by his wife: Renna Amos Stubbs; 2 daughters: Ione Hepburn & Renee Bootle; 1 grandchild; 2 brothers: Patrick & Alvin Duncanson; 4 sisters: Delores Williams, Garnell Sturrup, Ann Nixon & Norma LaFleur; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
a resident of #57 Rosebud Street, Chippingham, died at his residence on Friday, September 6, 2024.
He is survived by 2 sons: Harcourt Jr. & Ricardo Holbert; 1 adopted son: Leo Douglas; 3 adopted daughters: Barbara Turnquest, Pauline Holland of the US & Theresa Jolly; numerous grand & great grandchildren; 1 brother: David Williams of Marsh Harbour, Abaco; & a host of other relatives & friends
Funeral arrangements will be announced later
Death Notices for Last Rites for Roland Sunny Bell, 84
MARK GREY SYMONETTE, 53
a resident of Rock Sound, Eleuthera, died at his residence on Sunday, September 8, 2024.
He is survived by, his mother: Jacqueline Symonette; wife: Ambera Symonette; Three sons: Mark Jr., Deaundre, Rishawn; One daughter: Aliesha; Four sisters: Francine Meadows, Anishka Curry (Bobby), Sherry Scavella, Marsha Neely (Franklyn); One brother: Shawn Francis; Three aunts: Ruth Stubbs, Alice Sands & Elveta Sands; Two uncles: Leon Stubbs (Janice) & Howard Johnson, and other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
ERISON CLYDE GORDON, 69
a resident of South Beach, died at PMH on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
He is survived by his mother: Ruby Louise Gordon; sons: Stephen & Siyon McCartney, Mario, Timiko, Mario & Devin Gordon; daughters: Sirrisa & Alena Coyle; 6 grand children; 2 brothers: Keith & Phillip Gordon; sisters: Deborah Cleare, Linda Gordon, Phiona Ward, Vernita Heastie, Terri-Joe Gordon & Pamela Moss; 2 aunts: Mildred Butterfield & Vernita Gordon; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
of Lewis Street and formerly of Sandilands Village Road will be held on Saturday, 14th September, 2024 at Ebenezer Mission Baptist Evangelistic Church at 10:00am. Officiating will be Pastor Michael J. Symonette, assisted by other Ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow at Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Road.
Sunny is survived by his devoted wife: Escola (Joy) Bell; daughters: Ovita, Sonia and Terah Bell, Caroline (Alvin) Crum, and Charlene Hinsey; son: William Rolle; sister: Blanche Neely; sisters-in-law: Melvern and Doreen Bain, Rev. Prescola Roberts, and Pandora Palacious; brothers-in-law: Lawrence, J.P. Hilton, and The Hon. Basil McIntosh, Chuckie and Roy Palacious; nieces: Vanria Johnson, Cindy, Renea and Michelle Brown, Diane Bell Ferguson, Diane Bell, Stachia Bullard, and Shantell Jones; nephews: Jeffery, Cardenil, Edison and Ricardo Neeley, Alexander, Ephraim, Tyrone and John Mackey, Shawn and Leroy Bell; grandchildren: Carolyn, Evelyn, Ashley, Rika and Demario Bell, Carla (Kimball) Stubbs, Sharron Darville, Shanikan, Camille, Caroline, William, Dano, Laurel, Leroy, Brittany, Darnesha, Shantell, Jamiko, Christopher, Jamaal, Simone and Daron Rolle, Lamont and Onassis Dickenson, Oryan and Loretta Peterson, Troyann McCardy, Nikel (Mario) Major, Dellie, Don (Roslyn), Catherine (Wilkinson), Helena, Angela, and Dakota Hinsey, Malisa (Travas)Trotman, Derina (Patrick)Williams, Tayden Hepburn, and Jonathan Higgs; He also leaves behind numerous great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends including: Maria Woodside, Patrice, Tony, Monalisa, Ms. Thompson, Standford, the Sandilands Village Community, the Potter’s Cay Dock Community, the Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church family, and the staff of the Passport Office. Sunny’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. His warmth, kindness and dedication to his family and community will be deeply missed.
The body will repose at Curtis Memorial Mortuary, 5th Street and Robinson Road on Friday, 13th September, 2024 from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the church from 9:00am until service time.
Last Rites For Howard Austin Miller, 84
of Eneas Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, 14th September, 2024 at Bethel Baptist Church, Meeting Street at 11:00am. Officiating will be Rev. A. Dewitt Hutcheson and other Ministers of Religion. Interment will follow at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.
He was predeceased by his mother: Emma Elizabeth Miller; father: Roy Ronald Miller; brothers: Marcus Miller, Roston Miller, Cecil Miller.
Left to mourn our beloved Bro. Miller are his darling wife of thirty-seven years: Darnell W. Miller née Brown; sister: Barbara (Lionel) Braynen; adopted sister: Stephanie Jones and family; adopted brother: Kenneth (Deb) Hanna; adopted children: Paula Cunningham, Christine Cunningham, Nelson; children: Marvin (Mercy) Miller, Karina Miller, Cordero (Telesha) Taylor; grandchildren: Camari Taylor, Caius Taylor, Matthew Miller Jr., Marvin Miller, Malek Miller; great grandchildren: Mykkala Miller, Sutton Miller, Mahzi Miller; nephews: Patrick Braynen, Bronson, Aeore Duncombe, Anwar Duncombe, Christian Duncombe, Brandon Braynen, Craig Braynen, Brandon Jones, Julian Jones, Vernon Jones; nieces: Kelya Braynen Dean (Raoul), Yvette Braynen, Rostina Miller, Royann (Meredith) Morgan, Jennifer Hemmitt, Marcia (Steve) Bain, Nakia Miller, Alarice Jones, Enisea Jones, Danielle Tia Rolle, Melissa Wong, Avrill Duncombe; nieces-in-law: Uvalda Jordan, Janae’ Brown, Ida Butler, Vicky Mullings, Dr. Alicia Malcolm, Olincia Robinson, Quialashon Sands, Hartencia Glinton, Azaleah Brown, Obria Brown, Maria Brown, Danielle Brown, Glynda Brown, Cassia Rich, Glynda Missick; nephews-in-law: Javaughn Brown, Jares Brown, Marcellus Jordan, Stafford Missick, Aaron Glinton, Darcellus Brown, Gabriel Brown, Savion Brown; sisters-in-law: Dr. Portia Jordan, Gloria Glinton, Mizpah Brown-Rich (Kerry); brothers-in-law: John Brown (Rhonie), Harcourt (Barbara) Brown, Rev. Christopher (Gesele) Brown, Oweb (Toni) Brown; cousins: Rev. Levette (Rev. Patrick) McFall, Justice Hope Strachan, Paulette Dalany, Maria Butler, Erica Ingraham, Brandon Bethel, Kenneth Adderley and family, Richard Adderley and family, Wilfred Adderley and family, Gladstone Adderley and family, Hilda Melbourne and family, Miriam Adderley and family, The Adderley, Miller, Brown, Stuart and Johnson family; church family and special friends: the entire Membership of (Historic) Bethel Baptist Church, Rev. Trajean Jardoarette, Moderator Bethel Baptist Association, Moderator Minister Ishmael Lightbourne, Bethel Baptist Church and Family, Rev. Arnold Hutcheson and Family, Rev. Christopher Brown and Family, Rev. Melvin Grant and Family, Rev. Wellington Johnson, Pastor Emeritus and Family, Rev. Patrick Smith and Family, Rev. Javaughn Neely and Family, Rev. Simeon Hall and Family, Rev. Carol Rahming and Family, Rev. Alfred Stuart and Family, Deacon Stephen Thompson and Family, Deacon Ricardo Rolle and Family, The
Deacons and Deaconesses of B.B.C., Brother Ray Winder and Family, Sister Esther Winder Storr and Family, Brother Arlington Miller and Family, Brother Aaron Neely and Family, Brother Whittington Brown and Family, Brother Rex Messam and Family, Brother David Turnquest and Family, Brother George Sturrup and Family, Brother Ken Strachan and Family, Brother Tobby Austin and Family, Rev. Father Berkley Smith and Family, Rev. Godfrey Huyler and Family, Brother James Hutcheson and Family, Sister Cheryl Whylly and Family, Dr. Florence Gittens and Bethel Baptist Church Sanctuary Choir, Brother Craig Ferguson and Family, Sister Emerald Lightbourne and Family, Brother Eric Gittens and Family, Sister Una Delancy and Family, Sister Daisy Russell and Family, Brother Darin and Earl Jr. and The Sturrup Family, Brother David Turnquest and The Men’s Fellowship B.B.C., Brother John Neely and The Senior Saints of Bethel Baptist Church, Deaconess Keisha Russell (Godchild), Deaconess Natasha Dean and Family, Brother George Bethel and Family, Sis. Bertha Bain and Family, Bethel Praise Team, Brother Adrian Smith and Family, Sister Sandra Cooper, Deaconess Natasha Seymour and Family, Brother Anthony Dean and Family, Sister Mary Knowles and Family, Ms. Geneva Cunningham and Family, Ms. Christine Taylor and Family, Mr. Kenneth (Chess) Woods and Family, President Mrs. Paulette Dean and The Former Hospitality Professional Association, the entire Community of Eneas Lane and Bain Town, Worshipful Master Valentino Rolle and Columbus Lodge No.16 and the Entire Prince Hall Family, the entire Miller, Adderley, Brown, Johnson and Stuart Families and numerous other relatives and friends.
On every occasion in the will of God, we will commemorate the marvelous life of God’s Vessel of Honour, Howard Austin Miller and our lasting memories of him will be deeply cherished. May he rest peacefully in the Omnipotent arms of his Creator and rise victoriously “In That Great Getting Up Morning.”
The body will repose at Curtis Memorial Mortuary, 5th Street and Robinson Road on Friday, September 13th, 2024 from 10:00 - 5:00pm and at the church from 9:00am until service time.
Death Notice For
Randolph King, 67
of Mangrove Cay, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, September 4th, 2024.
He is survived by his brothers: Esau King, Livingston King Sr., Lenroy King; sisters: Idabelle King Saunders, Audrey King Mcewan, Michelle Robinson, Maria Greene; sisters-inlaw: Partica King & Monalisa Stubbs King; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Enzo Perez Swann, 53
a resident of St. Vincent Road and formerly of Fox Hill, New Providence, The Bahamas will be held at St. Anselm’s Roman Catholic Church, Bernard Road, Fox Hill on Saturday, September 14th, 2024 at 11:00
a.m. Offciating will be Father Noel Clarke assisted by Reverend Ricardo Demeritte. Interment will follow in the St. Anselm’s Roman Catholic Cemetery.
He was predeceased by his mother: Pearline Demeritte-Arnette; grandparents: Walton and Maryann Demeritte.
Memories of Enzo will forever remain in the hearts of his wife: Angella Thompson-Swann; father: Gladstone Swann; sons: Juwan Swann, Ethan Swann, Michael Swann, Cameron Swann, Olando Lafrance and Kavane Danville; daughters: Sabrina Knowles and Lindsey Lafrance; granddaughter: Sa’mina Knowles; sister: Dellarese Swann; brothers: Chadra Swann and Cidre Swann; aunts: Jacinta White, Linda Demeritte, Verna Demeritte, Veronica Major and Delcina Barnes (Georgia); uncle: Godfrey Swann; nieces: Yashai Swann and Delinique Swann; nephews: Delwyn Swann and Terran Swann; adopted parents: Charles and Debra Evans; mother-in-law: Lillette Mullings (Jamaica); sister-in-law: Tracyann (Martell) Moodie (Jamaica); brothers-inlaw: Eddie and Kirkland Thompson (Jamaica); cousins: Yvette, Fredrick Jr., Wayde and Edwin White Sr., Feliciana Cooper; Andretti, Cale, Reynold and Anastacia Demeritte, Charez Frazier, Charese Rolle, Jason Demeritte, Desiree Marshall (Georgia, USA), Tarjina Sands (Georgia, USA), Jermaine, Miquel, Patrick Jr., Levoi and Levar Major; Brian, Chuck, Wayde, Utah, Julian, Sherice, Shonette, Shanria, Gershen, Samantha, Giffon, Shameka, Shanino, Alverez and Gerskin Swan; RBPF Inspector Britnee Demeritte; Tanisha, Alliah, Bretheon, Valicia, Jayden, Jasmyn, Talliah, Calen, Kyle and Kai Demeritte; Chante Beneby, Carl Cooper, Jr.; Shaquille, Jewel, Janae, Edwin, Jr., Christopher and Dr. Gabrielle White; godparents: Wayne Edgecombe and Lynn Blake; godbrother: Anthwan Seymour; other relative and friends: Raquel Stuart, Dominique White, Jaquel and Keturah Demeritte, Whitney Bastian, Charlene Curry, Marilyn, Margret and Alvin Davis, Rhonda Patton, Mario and Leno McPhee, Verna Kemp, Whitney and Elwood Flowers, Diedre Pierre, Michelle Burrows, Linda Fernander, Nicole McKinney, Fr. Reginald Demeritte, Rosalie Strachan and Family, Laurie Demeritte, William & Caroline Demeritte and Family, Jewel Ann Bethel and Family, Shirley Armbrister and Family, Rose Burrows and Family, Coralee Demeritte and Family, Sharon Davis and Family, Lulamae Greaves and Family, Leotha McPhee and Family, Fredrick Curry Jr. and Family, Carl Fred Curry, Gary and Maxine Kerr, Erica
McIntosh, Shelia Fernander, Patsy and Roland Clarke, Gertrude Clarke and Family, Caroline Strachan and Family, Elizabeth Bain and Family, Charmaine Eve and Family, Marion Edgecombe, Percival Ferguson and Family, Audrey Bullard and Family, Denise Culmer, Shayvon Clarke,The Honorable Justice Keith Thompson and The Aquainas Class of 1989, Staff and friends of Sun Cay Island: Dennis Cates, Darren Smith, Ashaki Bethel, Lynn Johnson, Kenson St. Remy, Antoinette Fisher, Tommy Russell, Kent Major, Thon Rutherford, Brandon Knowles, Aaron Johnson, Wentina Rigby, Tamia Forbes, Dunte Perigord, Renaldo Moxey, Toya Newton, Tony George, The McPhee and Curry families; families of the late: Willard, Herman, Harvey, Ida and Melissa Demeritte; Louise Williams, Costella Thompson, Stephen Romer; Leon and Rachael Clark, Emmaritta and Ida Curry, Theresa Taylor, Reginald and Willard McPhee, Kenneth and Mildred Edgecombe, Reeve and Thelma Fox, Willie Arnett, Benjamin Demeritte, Jr., and Rowena Knowles and other relatives and friends.
Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence, The Bahamas on Friday, 13th September, 2024 from 10:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, 14th September, 2024 from 10:00 a.m until service time.
Death Notice For Adelaide Farrington, 63
a resident of Davis Street, Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, 4th September, 2024
She survived by her children: Latoya McPhee, Roshanda Johnson, Leonardo Guillaume; sister: Carol Thompson; brothers: Prince Farrington, Amaziah Hyperlian (Aileen Hyperlian), Allie Farrington; aunts: Bell Cynthia Rolle, Ruthann Farrington; uncle: William Farrington (Alma Farrington); son-inlaw: Sean McPhee Sr.; grandchildren: Shawneka; McPhee Scott, Sean McPhee Jr. (Shamiya McPhee) Jr., Cameron McPhee; great grandchildren: Zionnique, Zaden, Zayah; nieces: Sasha Murray (Jamaal Murray) Christine Parker (Kent Parker), Athena Hyperlian; nephews: Kendal Farrington, Joshua Hyperlian and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices For
Matriarch
Edell Rolle, 89
a resident of Marshall Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Mastic Point, North Andros, The Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.
She is survived by her husband: Bishop Wilbert Rolle; daughter: Monique Belle; 6 grandchildren and host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announce later.
Patriarch Kenneth McQueen, 89 affectionately called “Sir K”
a resident of North Mastic Point Andros, The Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday September 6, 2024.
He is survived by his 2 Daughters: Kenrayer McQueen and Monique McQueen, 2 sons: Herium Kelly and Monell Sweeting, 12 Grand Children: Indira, Anthon, Reno, Phildon, Ashvin, Phildon, Edison(deceased ), Clarence jr., Wardrick, Deondra, Latina and Simone, 18 Great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announce later.
Shirley Williams, 85
a resident of Alexander Tract off Maria Drive, Cowpen Road, New Providence, The Bahama died at her daughter’s residence on Sunday, 8th September, 2024.
She is survived by her 6 children: Eugene (Janet) Williams, Michelle (Ricardo) Nabbie, Glenroy (Sonovia) Williams, Joyann Pratt, Martin (Jennifer) Williams, Charmaine Francis; 29 grandchildren: Decoda, Eugene, Eugenia, Eurena, Eugenic, Eunero, Eugenio, Tennell, Eugeniece, Shantevion, Anton, Shareka, Tico, Ricardo, Giovanno, Cerria, Kenya, Cordero, Ezekia, Emmanuel, Rickita, Derreco, Crispin, Charisma, Charcrista, Cristin, Senthon, Martin and Ashantique; 30 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Services For
Elvis Presley Thomas, 64
of #311c Kwan-Yin, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, 11:00am at St. Matthew’s Baptist Church, Pelican Point, East Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Apostle Tyrone V. Thomas assisted by Bishop Dwight Jennings JP and Rev. Freddie Laing Jr. JP. Interment will follow at Donald View Cemtery, Pelican Point.
He is survived by his brothers: Rudolph ‘Rudy’ Laing (Martha), Franklyn ‘Pillie’ (Sandra) Thomas Apostle Tyrone’ Terry’ (Minister Gloria) Thomas, Durell ‘Dude’ (Fredericka) Thomas, Sydney (Michelle – D) Thomas, Neil (Vanessa- D) Thomas, Ronne (Amanda) Thomas, Denny (Royanne) McIntosh, Bartholomew (Sharanda)Mitchell; sister-in-law: Joycelyn Thomas; sisters: Carla Thomas, Elva Thomas, Elvina (Daniel) Bain, Paulette Thomas, Portia (David) Hanna, Tammika (Melvin) Cooper, Pandora (Alvin) Greenslade, Rachael (Erick) Higgs; nieces: Lashayne Thomas, Tyren (Leroy) Thomas-Bowleg, Tyrahnique (Phillip) ThomasRussell, Lisa Laing, Nina (Preston) Hostetler, Llatetra (Ray) John, Kashanna, (JC) Lenochan, Joericka Thomas, Joenicka Thomas, Joelissa Thomas, Joerell Thomas, Shondra Russell, Letna Higgs, Shanya Thomas, Taleah Cooper, Taquila Knowles; nephews: Kendrick Laing (Lena Laing), Antonio Thomas, Jonestoe’ (Donisha) Thomas, Danny Thomas, Clinton Thomas, Daniel Bain Jr., Akeem Hepburn, Donte Brown, Zachary Bain, RonJay Thomas, Nicholas Williams, Khaizer Hanna, Tahnaj Thomas, Melvin Cooper Jr., Veron Thomas, Captain Eddie Thomas Jr., Erinique Higgs, Leroy Thompson, Denny McIntosh Jr., Kendra Cooper and Calvin Greenslade, Nicholas Thomas; grand nieces & nephews: Clement McKenzie Jr., Tyrell Delancy, Tyson Bowleg, Stephen Laing, Kaiya Ray & Micah John, Nayeli & Zuri Lenochan, Ava & Chase Thomas, Danielle Higgs, K’Asia Thomas, Kavia Thomas, Shonree Russell, Khaí Anthony Thomas, Eriyonn Brown; aunts: Fairdoll Cooper, Loretta Laing; cousins: Michael (Ethel) Laing Hetline (Ronald) Nelson, Pastor Patricia LaingBodie, Joanne (Michael) Lightbourne, Eloise (Larry Sr.)Russell, Carolyn Laing-Rolle, Everrette Laing, Ken(Shirley-D) Laing, Glenn Laing, Gloria Laing, Min. Sandra(Pastor Stafford) Clarke, Jackie (Richard) Morley, Donald Laing, Donna Laing-Jones, Buster (Doral) Laing, Robier Laing Bursel, Patrick Cooper, Joseph(Chapelle) Cooper Whitney (Theolinda) Laing, Fredericka Swain, Janet Maycock, Gary Pinder, Ian Knowles and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Viewing will be held at “Freeport Great Faith Ministry”, Queens Highway, Grand Bahama on Friday, September 13, 2024 from 11:00am to 5:00pm.
Norvil Whymns, 73
of #23 Gilbert Crest, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Rupert Lane, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, 1:00pm at First Holiness Church of God, #156 Husband Avenue, Back of Town, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Dudley Cooper, assisted by Pastor Judy Thompson. Cremation will follow.
He was predeceased by his mother: Martha Higgs; father: Stafford Whymns; brothers: Rudolph Nesbitt & Cheryl Dean.
He is survived by his children: Anjelica Whymns, Cindy Bannister; Companion: Janet Ward; Adopted Children: Patricia Brown, Mackel Oliver, Irinse Simms, Terrysita, Alfred, Marvin, Melvin & Elvin Brown; son-in-law: Cezzario Bannister Sr., Edroy Brown, Alvin Simms & Sidney Oliver; daughtersin-law: Nicole Brown, Shadey Brown; grandchildren: Kyla McDonald, Cezzario Bannister Jr., Shertilia Saunders; sisters: Olivia Whymns, Carmetta Whymns, Terecita Smith, Kathleen Minnis, Charlene Hepburn, Emily Curtis, Cheryl Missick, Lorraine Whymns, Sharon Whymns; brother: Rupert Whymns, Steven Whymns; adopted brother: Trevor Poitier; sisters-in-law: Carnes Whymns, Denise Whymns; brothers-in-law: Vernal Smith, Prince Hepburn; uncles: Simon Bridgewater of Hampton Georgia and Elvin Bridgewater of Miami, Florida; aunt: Gertrude Bridgewater; nieces: La’Toya Lewis, Alexandria Taylor, Keveena Whymns, Denise (Dwight) Smith, Harrietta Hart, Katina Hart, Nyoka Hart, Samantha Hart, Akila Colebrook, Rudina (Moses) Pinder & Tiffany Dean-Curtis; nephews: Marvin Whymns, Rashad Whymns, Valantino Smith, Carol Smith, Valceron (Rynell) Smith Sr., Kevin (Destiny) Hart, Kenron Hart, Ricardo Bethel, Kendrick Colebrook, Kevaughn Bullard; grandnieces: Destiny Knowles, Dominique & Demetria Taylor, Mervanique Hart, Marranique Newbold, Samiya McEwan, Kaelyn Maynard, Tatianna Knowles, Kevanique, Felicia and Rihanna Hart, Elysse & Cierra Knowles; Danyqua Rolle, Trishell Nesbitt, Monae Pinder, Vernique, Colombiana, Valnella, Valeceraina, Senciea & Naija Smith, Keiajah Whymns, Dwinisya Smith, Jonbene’t McKenzie, Taneisha Dean, Arthurnique Curtis, Aaliya Whymns, Savannah; Grandnephews: De’Angelo (Ashley) Dames, Kemari Jones, Nyquille, Kentrell & Theo Hart, Edron Knowles Jr., Tristan Nesbitt, Rannaldo Pinder, Charles, Vernal I, Valantino & Valceron Smith Jr., Kemuel Hart, Carmelo Strachan, Leroy Dean, Marvin Whymns Jr.; great grandnephews: Malachi Salmon, Amir Lewis, Dashean Dames, Ma’Har Newbold; god daughter: Trevonda Poitier; cousins: Ann, Unice, John, Lester & Calvin Wallace, Margaret, Angie, Velice, Patsy, Teddy, Simon Jr., Sandra, Vernia, Elvin Jr. and Dr. Richard Bridgewater, Renae, Greta, Helen, Judy, Andrew and Julian Bridgewater and host of other relatives & friends too numerous to mention.
Funeral Service For
Minister Allan Charlton, 71
of Alice Town, Bimini, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, 14th September, 2024, 11:00a.m. at The Cathedral of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Officiating will be Pastor Joel Rolle assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Northern Public Cemetery
Cherished memories are held by his wife: Deaconess Leoni Charlton; grandson: Joshua Charlton; granddaughter: Rhylan Nesbitt; foster children: Dylan Edden & Taj Duncombe; siblings: Gentry (Sylvia) Charlton, Driskell (Charles) Robins, Inger (Bradley) Dorsette, Beverly (Craig) Lockhart, Rochell (Karen) Dean, Audley (Sophie) Dean, Keisha, Tavalis and Theresa Dean and Corey Francis; aunt: Rozelda Flowers, Julie Dean; nieces & nephews: Charles Robins III, Craig Jr., Cymphony and Kalen Lockhart, Branee Dorsette, Jacob Charlton, Keojah Stuart, Alexa Francis, Tavalia and Tavara Dean, Nastassja, Bernard, Christoper, Tevin, Deon, Dequito & Kaden Dean, Charlis Robins, Walden (Denise), James, Ramon, Eugene, Vernon Jr., Alladin and Sarina Edden, Schelette (Peter) Varella, Rickell and Raguel Nesbitt, Elshadre Robins; cousins: Descendants of the late Audley Dean, Ivan Dean, Ethel Russell, Louise McDonald, Minnie Davis, Pearl Levarity, Jennis Kelly, Marion Dottin, Pamela Rolle, Cecil Robins, Fritz Robins, Leonard Lightbourne, Maude Robins, Leila Thomas, Leonard Lightbourne, Edith Pinder, Gwendolyn Pinder, Eunice Russell, Agatha Seymour, Julita Pinder; godchildren: Cassandra Robins, Hyram & Zenaide Rolle, Hollyna Bain; other relatives and friends: Claudette and Lionel Rolle & Family, Jeff Charlton & Family, Frank and Mearil Hinzey & Family, Nina Scantlebury, Mazell Hinzey, Melinda Williams, Arlington & Sheena Rolle & Family, Pastor Joel & Deaconess Edris Rolle & Family, Deaconess Autrey Russell, Elder Carlvis & Deaconess Vinola Russell, Al & Indera Russell, Rev. Oriel & Deaconess Patricia Rolle, Rev. John & Deaconess Cheryl Saunders, Rev. Everette & Deaconess Zerlean Russell, Elder Elmeta Rolle, Min. Judith Rolle, Min. Howard & Deaconess Yvette Hinzey, Min. Sterling & Norma Wilkinson, Ministers Percell & Philomena Rolle, Deacon Lincoln & Deaconess Angela Rolle, Gwendolyn (John) Kelly & FamilY, Deacon Maxwell & Karenda Rolle, Mother Barbara Hanna, Deaconess Theora Duncombe, Deaconess Ruthmae Dames, Evangelist Mildred Sherman, Rev. RupeLessie Rolle, Prophet Michael Saunders, Jay & Michelle Saunders, Mt. Zion Baptist Church Family, Rosenell Farrington & Family, Chloe Smith & Family, Felix Ellis, Enjoli Smith, Management & Staff of Water & Sewerage, Velock Bastian, Editheria Williams, Dawn Sands, Andrew & Shane Deveaux, Nurses & Stuff of the Bimini Clinic and other relatives and friends.
Minister Charlton will lie in repose at Mt. Zion Baptist Church on Friday, September 13th, 2024 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm and again on Saturday from 9:30am until service time.
Funeral Service For
Gary Nathaniel Alcinor, 43
will be held on Saturday, 14th September, 2024, 10:00a.m. at International Deliverance Prayer Ministry, Second Street, The Grove. Officiating will be Bishop Sylvanas E. Petty J.P. assisted by Bishop Lawrence Rolle and other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Western Cemetery, Nassau Street.
Gary will forever be loved by his mother: Marilyn Rolle; father: George Alcinor (deceased); sisters: Janet Simmons, Judy Mitchell, Marilyn Alcinor, Monique Brown and Lakishula Jones; brothers: Donnie McBride, Bishop Deangelo Missick of Florida and Leon Sweeting (deceased); aunts: Eleanor, Louise, Donnalee, Lillymae Rolle and Kiffany Daxon; uncles: Robert Cartwright, Rubin Taylor, Isaac Rolle, Barry Rolle and Marion Daxon; nephews: Antonio, Jordan, Shawn Jr., Trevon, Marlon Jr., Deangelo Brown, Malachi, Bnuyan, Dylan, Deangelo Missick Jr., Dequan, De’Vatnte and Michael Barr (nephew-in-law); nieces: Jade, Jaquaer, Lashawn, Melissa, Marcia, Erica, Evernique, Aaliyah, Antwanique, Terrinique, Ava, Breshambrae and Clenisha; grand nieces and nephews: Ashante, Alicia, Anthony, Tianna, Symondrae, Trent and Stanley; sister-in-law: Pastor Nezzie Missick of Florida; brothers-in-law: Everton Mitchell and Marlon Brown Sr.; cousins: Robert Jr., Nadine, Jason. Romeo, Renaldo, Randy, Andrew, Antoinette, Rochelle, Betram, Carlton, Jacob, Nikesha, Carolyn, Aaron, Kirk, John, Dillion, Glendique, Glendika, Tondalaya, Latoya, Mornette, Barry Jr., Mario Jr., Zion, Donesha and Jamie; other relatives and friends: Bishop Sylvanas E. Petty J.P., Bishop Lawrence Rolle, Mother Cassey Major, Deacon Alexander Mackey, Phillippa Richardson and family, Anitra Colebrooke and family, Cecily Huyler and family, Reba Pennerman and family, Vanessa Marshall and family, Shedell Forde and family, Fredricka Richards, Kenny Laing and family, Leona Nesbitt and family, Stacy and Junior Lee, Nelsine and Charles Musgrove, Audrey Bullard-Bonaby, Shaneka Wallace and family, Deniquta Lafleur, Phanton and Deann Taylor, The New Riverside Church, International Deliverance Prayer Ministry, The Doctors and Staff of Princess Margaret Hospital Trauma Unit, The Masons Addition family and the Shell Saxons Superstars family.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Riverside Funeral Chapel, Market Street and Bimini Avenue on Friday, 13th September, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service For Catherine Hanna-Forbes, 89
a resident of #79 Cabot Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, 14th September, 2024 at The Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King, East Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way Freeport. Officiating will be Canon Norman Lightbourne assisted by Fr. Colin Saunders and Canon Curtis Robinson. Interment will follow in The West End Public Cemetery.
Cherished memories will forever live in the hearts of her children: Shervone (George) Marshall, Kristeen (Benson) Smith, Vancia “Vanny” (pre-deceased) and Clarretta Forbes, Trenise Ranger and Sheila Grant; grandchildren: Danita (Theodore) Nixon, Sanovia, Richanna and Kayla Smith, A’jahnea Johnson, Rashid Farrington, Raphael Forbes, Alfred “Cj” Rolle, Benson Smith Jr., Drew Hepburn, Kadesha Evans, Kirk Gardnier, Steven McKenzie, Shaquille Williams; great grandchildren: Anihya and Latavia Forbes, Trevon and Theron Nixon, Conor Roxberry; siblings: Iris, Jennie (Herbert), Hilton (Janet), Inzelet, Alice (Wellington), Jeffrey, Elvis, Sheila, Elizabeth (Rex), Albert, John, Paul; nephews: Donald (Teresa), Dave, Maxwell, Kendrick (Jamis), Ken (Diane), James (Dahlene), Raymond, Edward (Delveta), Nat (Joann), Shaun (Paulette), Lowell (Aurelia), Trevis, Corey (Kim), Prince, Sherman, Morgan, Anton, Willard (Joann) Warren and Terell Martin, Carlton (Sonya) Devaugh (Shandy), Don (Terra), Graham (Anishka), Wann, Dave, Barry, Dino, Hartley Jr. (Alicia), Elijah, Ebon, Johnathan, Tavaro (Shameika), Henery, Rex Jr; nieces: Agnes, Maria (Spenser), Colleen, Enid (Kenneth), Lenette (Sharrad), Sherika, Sonia, Valerie, Latanya, Tiffany (Robert), Tamara, Tishka, Tracey, Linda (Tyrone), Melanie (Kirk), Rhona, Linda, Lavern (Advardo), Daisy, Lisa Marie (Nathan), Queenie, Tara (Terrance), Jaunia (Arlington), Anethra (John), Jackee (Ricardo), Denise, Thelma, Sandy (Dwayne), Kenna (Glen), Sellie, Karen (Bertram), Shorah (Hiram), Evelyn, Candacie, Tiffany (Sidney), Denise, Rhonda (Chad), Melissa (Jeffery), Johnika, Tioshi, Nikkiah (Jarrad); grandnephews and grandnieces too numerous to mention; godchildren: Helen Russell And Marie Johnson; other relatives And special friends: Carolyn Roberts & Family, Carl & Rochelle Nottage & Family, Joann And Shatara, Jameke Pitt, Deon & Harriet Clarke, Tabatha Davis, Helen Brown -Giannikopoulos & Family, Kenneth & Pet Smith, Porsha Smith & Family, Christopher Wilchombe & Family, Kathy Forbes & Family, Kevin Ferguson & Family, Dan Ferguson & Family, Kurt & Pulcheria Hanna & Family, Margaret Mcintosh & Family, Donesha Smith, Rowena Albury & Family, Amante Moxey, Calvin Roxberry,
Daren Whyte, Nebraska Ferguson, Members Of Seven Days Adventist Family, Father Norman Lightbourne & Members Of Pro-Cathedral Of Christ The King Anglican Church, Freeport Passport Office, Elnet Maritime Ltd, Andrian Dorsette & Staff at The Grand Bahama Home for the Aged, the community nurses and staff of the Rand Memorial Hospital and entire West End community.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Yager Funeral Home & Crematorium, Queen’s Highway on Friday from 12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Matriarch Gladys
Alsaida McIntosh, 85
a resident of Green Turtle Cay, Abaco, Bahamas and formerly of Crown Haven, Abaco will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, 14th September, 2024 at Miracle Church of God, Green Turtle Cay, Abaco. Officiating will be Bishop Cardinal A. McIntosh assisted by Bishop Johnny Lowe. Interment will follow in The Green Turtle Cay Public Cemetery.
Left to cherish her memories are her seven sons: Cardinal A. Jr., Andrew, Reuben, Daril, James, Arnold and Don McIntosh; six daughters: Luella, Christian, Barbara McIntosh, Linda Baker, Rose Johnson and Ashrica Gardiner; 33 grandchildren: Crystal (Ryan) Flowers, Lisa McIntosh, Gail (Wenrick) Clarke, Gabrielle (Bernard) Sweeting, Solomon Mcintosh, Andrew Brennen, Timothy and Matthew White, Jason, Andrea, Amanda, Alexis, Alex, Vanessa, Eden, Whitney, Jasmine and James McIntosh, Genovia and Spencer Simms, Phoenix (Nathaniel) Montague, Tyler and Gabriel Baker, Roxanne (Jamal) Russell, Cordell and Denzell Johnson, Donald (Kevanna), Makayla and Danika Mcintosh, Azaria Wood, Avery Minzie, Ondrea (predeceased); 13 great grandchildren: Lacaisha Curry, Amaya Flowers, Aden Brennen, Kamille Mcclellan, Kaydon, Bryce, Dreu and Kamia McIntosh. Crace and Mekhi Clarke, Kairo Edwards, Brylee Russell and Nylah Johnson; sons-in-law: Floyd Johnson and Mark Baker; daughters-inlaw: Patricia, Junnie, Denise, Laverne, Giselle, Olive (predeceased), and Minerva (predeceased).
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the church on Friday on Green Turtle Cay, Abaco from 2:00 p.m. until service time.
Funeral Service For Tonya Tamarra Butler, 43
a resident of Nassau East, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, September 14th, 2024 at Pilgrim Baptist Temple, St. James Road. Officiating will be Pastor Leroy Major assisted by other Ministers of Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Solider Road.
Left to cherish her mrmories are her husband: Dale Swan; sons: Tonico James Ware & Tyler Swan; daughter: Tonya Swan Jr.; father: Tyrone Palmer; mother: Theresa Adderley-Butler; sisters: Donnelly Butler, Tyrea, Tycennia Palmer, Kenja, Bethel-Higgs, Chakanta Munroe, Verlicka Pennerman, Anishka Theresa Isaacs (Senior Magistrate), Dellareese Mortimer-Hinsey, Dylica, Patrinique, Marvinique, Marva, Shartina Adderley, Okeya Moxey, Chaquell Adderley, Aunrie Ferguson, Tiffany, Denaya, Deontra, Sarri, Savannah Palmer, Nyiah Jade Styles, Samantha Garrison, Samantha Tennesee, Pattie Hepburn & Family, Anastacia Nelson, Daniella Dames, Sarri, Sarra, Erica Basden & Family, Carol Kelly-Wells & Family, Jacqueline Romer & Family, Rose Curtis & Family, Elizabeth Munroe, Candy Johnson, Miriam Cartwright, Winnie Linden, Corrine Adderley, Natale Storr, Renee Taylor, Sabrina Ferguson, Debbie Shalow, Ruthmae Deal, Century Rolle, Maria WallaceCoakley, Rebecca Moxey, Shayvonne Bonimy, Cleopatra Mcphee, Kaynell Brown, Barbara Johnson, Beverley, Antonio Cooper, Kate Cumberbatch, Kyri Armbrister, Janet Mortimer Rimah, Janet Mortimer, Henrietta Ferguson, Cabrina Colebrooke, Prisca Bastian, Tarell Bain, Susan Hield, Euta RahmingNeilly, Judith & Nadia Ramsey; brother: Mr. Veron & Mrs. Christen Charlton, Kiko & Mrs. Victoria, Rudy & Mrs. Keva, Ryan and Doyle Bethel, Chaqueal & Christian Clarke, Shakim Sweeting, Mervin Adderley Jr., Bernard & Mrs. Kristy Bastian, Anthony Cartwight, Willard & Andrew Johnson, George Francis, Richard Wright, Lavardo Moxey, Jolton & Mrs. Carol Johnson, William Hepburn Jr. Jay Williams, Godfrey Rolle, Franklin, Troy & Bursel Johnson, Roger Rolle, Neville Adderley, Glenroy Rolle, Rio Mcphee, Pete & Mrs. Kendra Neely, Mario Miller, Feraud Sr. & Mrs. Maohang, Feraud Jr., Ferron Sr., Ferron Jr., Davaron, Travon and Devonte’ Palmer, Jackson Sears, Jerome Styles and Paul Pierre & Family; nieces: Felia Joseph, Loginy, Kiante Armbrister, Kaylee Cargill; nephews: Kyle Moss, Donteille Higgs; grandnieces: Genesis Gibson, Amyah & Aria Rahming; grandnephew: Roger Moxey; uncles: George Bethel Jr., Fernley Palmer Jr., Omar Ferguson, Mervin, Marvin, Tino Adderley, Patrick Sweeting,Vernon Clarke and Dayle Butler and Mr. Lowrey, Rev. William Hepburn, Rev. Ormond Brown, Jeremiah Rolle and Jared Nottage Bahamas Customs, Frank Bain, and Joseph Munroe, Patson Neely, Dr. Roland & Mrs. Hamiton; aunts: Gwennie Mae Sweeting, Brendalee Adderley, Claudine Adderley-Lowrey, Christine Clarke, Marva Butler, Shurmain Adderley, Donna Palmer-Nelson, Deborah and Carla Palmer, Therisa Forbes, Florene & Pandora Johnson, Pat Mott, Enith Miller, Norma Brown, Willamae Hepburn, Magnolda Brown, Juanita & Marinell Forbes, Ellamae Bain, Estella Mcphee, Alice Mortimer, Ruth & Gary Smith,
Barbara Bastian, Cynthia Brown, Judy Higgs, Alfreda Cooper, Deneice Knowles & Kaden Melanie Bain, Faye Jackson, Maggie Rolle & Family and Diondrea Symonette; brothers and sisters-in-law: Justice, Jon Isaacs, President of The Court of Appeal, Donald Higgs, Maxine, Madge, Jacqueline Swan, Barbara & David Ferguson, Norma McKenzie, Philip & Heather Swan, Renardo, Rudolph, Leonard & Normanique and Herbert & Patricia Neely; grand aunts: Martha Hanna-Smith, Betty Hanna-Adderley, Mable Hanna, Leona Harris, Winifred Palmer and Geraldine Adderley- Fountain; grand uncles: Leroy Adderley, Clifton Sr., Rollington Sr. & Michael Sr. Hanna; god father: Leonard Johnson & Family; god mother: Cloretta Cargill-Gomez & Family, Lona Williams & Family; and other relatives & friends: Decendants of Viola & Mervin Adderley, Alfred & Florence, Jeremiah & Jestina, Ezekiel & Victoria, George & Althea Johnson, Remilda Smith, Eva & Matilda Johnson, Lavinia and Harold Forbes, Burnese, Virginia & Helen Adderley, Geraldine Adderley-Fountain, Cleveland, Errol, Calvin and Leroy Adderley, Audrey & Kay Fox, Bishop Herman, Ezekiel, Malachi, Ben & Anne Dean, Catherine Dean-Clarke, Hester & Jennie Thompson, Blanche, Carrie and Florie Adderley, Harriet Minot, Garnette, Mable, Clifton Sr., Rollington Sr., and Micheal Sr. Hanna, All decendents of the Adderleys, Deans and Mortimers of Long Island, The Butler Family, especially Loretta Butler, the entire South Andros Community and Families including the Rolles, Johnsons, Mckinneys, Neelys, Gibsons, Rahmings, Smiths, Greenes, Fergusons, Philips, Forbes, Thompsons and Bains. Decendants of Leona Harris, Martha Hanna-Smith, Betty Hanna-Adderley, Winifred & Erelean Palmer-Christie, Dorie Curry & Family, The Hepburn Family & Anita Missick & Family of Freeport, Staff of The Department of Statistics (BNSI), Freeport & Nassau, Staff of the Ministry of National Security, Ministry of Finance, Members of the Under 13 Girls Soccer Team, Rose & The Staff of the Galley, Arawak Cay; Special friends: Shakira Simms-Knowles, Meoshe Thomas, Constance Schultz United States, Rhonda Russell, Rudolph Rolle, Chelina Allen. Elsie Lindsey, Randrea & Raynell Hepburn and Hannibal Ware, Olga Forbes, Tia Hinsey-Rolle, Georgina Gabriel, Angel Davis, Jasmine Brown and Clarence Missick, Lillian Newbold, Cora Mackey and Annie Lloyd & Family, The Bahamas Customs Department, Herman & The Honorable Pia Glover Rolle & Family, Ettamae Jones & Family, Gilroy Powell & Family, Mr. Duval Darville & Family, Rosie of Holmes Rock, Tremaine Adderley, Special Projects Unit at The Ministry of Labour & The Public Service, Cynthia Smith & Family, Bridgette Musgrove & Family, Marsha Ferguson & Family, The Honorable Minister Leroy Major, MP for Southern Shores, Upper Zion Baptist Church, Pinder’s Point, Grand Bahama, Dr. Clement M. Neely, Officers & Members of The Word Church, Pastors, Ministers & Members of Pilgrim Baptist Church, Bishop, Ministers, Officers and Members of Grove Temple Church of God & Highway Church of God, Windsor Place, Judy Bethel & Family and The Pastors Officers & Members of Church of God Temple, Freeport, Special thanks to everyone who visited, call, brought food and other items or simply just sat there quietly, please know we saw and heard all of you. We pray Gods blessings upon all of you. Special thanks to: The Doctors, Nurses, and other staff members of the Gynae Ward and Intensive Care Unit of The Princess Magaret Hospital, Rita Julmiste (House Keeper-Freeport), Government High School, St Vincent De Paul & Mary Star Catholic Schools and Sunland Baptist Academy and many other relatives and friends too numerous to mrention.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and crematorium Ltd, Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday from 12:00noon until 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:00am until service time.
Death Notices For Elkanah Russell Edgecombe, 61
a resident of Tamarind Way, Golden Gates II, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of McKanns, Long Island, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, August 3, 2024.
He is survived by his step father: Hesford Brooks Sr.; brothers: Hesford Jr., Owen and Jevano Brooks, Raymond Russell Jr.; sisters: Sonia Storr, Johnniemae, Pamela, Heszia and Yanishka Brooks, Marcia Moncur and Petergay Williams; numerous nieces nephews other relatives and friends
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Linda Aritis, 58
of Starlight Estates and formerly of Jacmel, Haiti, died at her residence on Sunday, 25 August, 2024.
She is survived by her husband: Michael Aritis; son: Lendsky Aritis; daughters: Anastasia and Alissa Aritis; grandchildren: Ali Bethel, Aritis, Maleeyah Amiyah Aritis, Gymana Marir, Laura Metayer; sisters: Angele Maxime, Maryse Maxime Sylle, Irenee Maxime; brothers: Kedner Maxime and Jean-Claude Maxime; daughter-inlaw: Magdanise Metayer Aritis; nieces and nephews: Mitshy Lebrun, Fabiola Maxime, Ashley Metayer, Exzanold Sylle, Falinda Sylle, Alicia Sylle, Estevena Sylle, Stanley Maxime, Shanora Maxime, Schneider Maxime, Sheryl Maxime, Stephane Maxime and Sebatien Maxime and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Renardo
Franklyn Rolle, 46
of Podoleo Street, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, September 5, 2024.
He is survived by son: Renardo Rolle Sr.; parents: Susan Rolle and Franklyn Rolle; brother: Alpheus Rolle; sisters: Nitika Rolle, Marcia Swaby, Tracy Butterfield and Franktasha Rolle; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Dion Preston Knowles, 58
a resident of Wilson Tract, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00am on Friday, September 13th, 2024 at First Baptist Church, Market Street. Officiating will be Rev. Diana Francis assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spiknard Roads.
Cherished memories are held by his wife: Karen Campbell Knowles; sons: Dion knowles Jr., Yousif, Shaquille and Nickon Linton, Delroy Lunan; daughters: Antoinette, Tia and Sanika Fisher, Latoya, Linton, Vanessa and Tamara Knowles; grandchildren: Ednol and Ronald McPhee, Damarion and Domenico Duncan, Torriano Thurston; sisters: Viola-Kevin Richardson, MarilynWayde Thompson, Sharon Williams, MaryAnn Burrows, Patricia Evans; brothers: Leaman, Eddington, Raymond Burrows, Gregory Christain and Wendall Knowles; cousins: Kendal, Roseann; son-in-law: Bertram Thurston; friends: Ricardo Nabby, Vincent, Rudolph Coakley, Joseph, Keith, Alrick Bennett, Pauline Gray, Wendy & family, Stella Gray & family, Ishmel, Joel, Endol, Blue, Mackey, Clive Rolle, Kieran McSweeney and other relatives and friends.
Family and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd, Robinson Road and Baillou Hill Road on (TODAY) Thursday from 12:00noon until 5:00pm and at the church on Friday from 10:00am until service time.
Funeral Service For
Mayann Rolle, 55
will be held at Mt. Pleasant Green Baptist Church, East & Quackoo Streets, New Providence, Bahamas on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 11:00am. Offciating will be Bishop Wesley L. Thompson assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads.
Left to cherish her memories are her husband: Vincent Rolle II; children: Emily (Andrew) Munnings, Shantiqua (Charles) Hanna, Wendanique (Charles) Kemp, Esther Rolle (Kevin Hanna Sr.), Pamela and Shaniqua Rolle, Wenrika Bethel (Dillin Russell) Aticia Jolly, Vincent Rolle III, Adrian & Prince Rolle and Renaldo Bethel; grandchildren: Grace, Sarah and King Munnings, Samuel and LeeAnn Key, Fredrick Carroll, Lenora Rolle, Charles Jr. and Michelle Kemp, Genovia Russell, Kevaughn Kevin Jr., Kevinise, Kevinette, Don Kevonnya, Ziron and Zion Hanna, Charles Hanna Jr., Tivon, Malykah Hanna, Kayla Whyte, Vanae Jolly, Jayliah Chertilus, Jadorie Saunders ,Adriana and Brunell Rolle; sisters: Marina Jolly, Agina Miller, Bematte Dean; brothers: Franklyn (Ellen) McMinns, George (Mable) Miller, Craig Wilson; sisters-in-law: Pamela Lightfoot, Dale Lightfoot and Pauline Hepburn; brothers-in-law: Lawrence Hepburn, Benjamin Lightfoot and David Lightbourne; nieces: Sophia McMinn (Micah Dames) and Henricks McMinns, Jennifer, Danzera, Lakera, Yecintha Miller, Rayann (Kevin) Lue-Brunson Miller, Apollonia Alexis, Bennisha, Savannah, Shea, Skylar, Skyisha Lightfoot, Huriker Henry, Hudell Armbrister, Alicia Mark, Le Andrea, Shanika, Lamour Hepburn, Stacy Pinder, Brianna Bain, Ayanna Thurston, Keisha Armbrister, Karen, Sharelle, Patricia, Gabriel Major, Aniah Smith, Kayla Reagon, Isabella Hepburn, Mavia, Breanta, Brias Dean, Tia, Jada Wilson; nephews: Jermaine (Lourdes) McMinns, Edmund (Shantel) Jolly Mario (Patrice) Pratt-McMinns, Ricardo (Candy) Jolly, Stedman (Deangla) Jolly, Shield (Rebecca) McMinns, Sheldon McMinns and Khaim (Brittany) McMinns, Johann Miller, De’akwood Lightfoot, Charles, Rashad Thurston, Haven Armbrister, Shakeem, Benea, Desmond Lightfoot, Lawrence Hepburn Jr., Bobby, Henry, Jaray, Jayden, and Jaray Munroe, Joshua, Gabriel, Jayden and Kayden Hepburn, Xavier and Elijah Brown, Ajiah Stanford, Mark and Kayle Wilson; grand nieces: Jasmine, Sbantia and Gabrielle Jolly, Cordia and Cordesha Clarke, Selena, Sariah, Khaya, Aaliyah Anayah, Allyssa McMinns, Katelyn Ingraham, Quintanay and Ne’veha Pennerman Azaya Miller, Amara Rolle and Tianna Miller, Lakeitra Brown, Arie Taylor, Zion, Diasia Lightfoot, Ellayah Thompson, Skai Stubbs, Sevyn Pratt; grand newphews: Keshano Brown, Dakari, Shamir Jolly, Malik Dames, Dion, Donavan Devon, Tersean, Kayden, Ethan, Khaim Jr. McMinns, Tristan, Kayden Miller, Joseph Rolle, Liam Thurston, Halo and Halyn Armbrister, Amir Lightfoot, Tylan Garland, Terrance Higgs, Charone McKenzie; best friend: Stephania Fowler; other relatives and friends including: Reginald Beneby, Dereck McMinns, Agnes Smith, Charmaine Mark, Marsha, Ruthnell and Sheila Brown, Winifred Neely, Margareta Uma, Carmeta Walker, Jocelyn Cartwright, Christopher Brown, Patrick Rolle, Teddy, Coby, Andrew, Royann, Veronica, Tranette, Wendel Bethel and Family, Tanya Dean and Family, Ival Nixon and Family, Stacey McKenzie, Jason Duncombe, Jacella Duncombe, Gerrad Sweeting, Caprice Pierre, Rochelle Charles, Omar Thompson and Family, Jomo Campbell, Reece Chipman and Family, Rev. Nelson McFall and Family, Donna Meadows and Family, Paul Tucker and Family, Island Security Family, Eva Hilton School Family, Lewis Street Family, Mason Addition Family, Burial Ground Family, McCullough Comer Family, Mt. Pleasant Green Family, the entire settlement of Old Bight, Cat Isl.and and Sandy Lane Family and other relatives and friends.
The body will repose in the “Kendise Pearl Smith Suite” Memories Funeral Home, #85 Mount Royal Avenue, Palmdale on Friday at 10:00am to 4:00pm and the church on Saturday from 10:00am until service time.
Funeral Service for
EARTHA PYFORM,
74
of Meadows Lane, off East Street, who died at her residence on Thursday, 21st August, 2024, will be held on Saturday, September 14th, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at The Church of God of Prophecy Englerston, East Street South. Officiating will be Bishop Ghaly Swann, assisted by Bishop Rudolph Bowe. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Gardens Soldier Road.
Left to cherish fond memories of Eartha is her, Caregiver and Husband of 49 years: Allan Pyfrom; Daughter: Margarita Cox Wilson (Gregory); Grandchildren: Oriel (Patrero) Sherman, Chrystal (Anwar BJ) Smith, Gregory Wilson (Toniqua), Greshonda (Stircazzio) Lockhart, Allan Wilson (Andrea) and Patricia Bodie; Great Grand children: Patrero Jr., Patreco, Patreah, Zyon Lavardo, Anaja (Queenie), Kelani, Shiloh, Seth, Jordyn and Jaderi (da baby she brought home from the clinic); Siblings: Ida Lafleur (Elder Wilbert) Lewis, Jacquelyn Cox, Althea Ferguson, George Henfield, Carl Kemp, Dedrie Bain, Elqueenia Bastian and Willamae Hinzey; Uncles and Aunts: Bishop Brice and Teacher Advira Thompson and family, Evalyn Moss and family; Nieces and Nephews: Darlesia (Kendrick), Donathan, Sheniqua, Darrel (Caroline), Omar, Winslownette, Layton, Sophia, Laytonia, Eldon, Alice, Felicia, Charcavia, Kesia, Shanrish, Apostle Vanessa, Pastor Erica, Vernal (Janis), Leon (Barbara), ShaQuania, LaQuel, LaQuel Rosalie, Rzepka (Mildred), Renishca (Gino) Renika, Vincent, Peggy, Jeremy, Anthony (Pamela), Kermit (Romana), Sheena, Carvin, Carlton, Vernique (Bishop Dr. Woodley) Thompson, Andrea, Fredrick, Cora, Velma, Daran, Lavette, Terrel, Lamont, Vernal, Marvin, KK, and Glendina; Godbrothers and GodSisters: Bishop Nickalas and Pastor Judy Ferguson, Urias Ferguson, Thelma Young and Trudy Nixon; Cousins: The Grands and Great Grands of the late Solomon and Remailia Ferguson, The Grands and Great Grands of the late Elias and Santana Cox, the families of the late Bishop Sam and Marie Farquharson, The families of the late Grammy Mae Pyfrom, The Children of the late Elsaida Deveaux, Former Pastor Betty Deveaux and family, The families of the late Bob and Hattie Johnson; Numerous Relatives and Friends including but not limited to Bishop Ghaly and Minister Angela Swann, Bishop Rudolph and Mother Veronica Bowe, Bishop Clifford and Mother Violet Henfield and the Saints of the COGOP Englerston; The Meadow Lane Family, Bishop Woodley and Vernique Thompson and the entire COGOP Bahamas, The Cox, Ferguson, Pyfrom, Curry, Nixon, Musgrove, Pastor Drexal Gibson and family, Pastor
Timothy Johnson and family, Bishop Elgarnet Rahming and family, Bishop Ian and Pastor Tamara Ferguson and church family, Bishop Denzil Rolle, Mother Rolle and Church family, Apostle Joan Samson and Church family, the staff of Ministry of Health, Department of Public Health, Anns’s Town, Fleming Street, Gerontology and Blue Hill Road Clinics, the staff of Pioneer Shipping Co., and so many more to numerous to mention
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 Friday and again at the church from 9:00 a.m to service time on Saturday.
Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends
Death Notice for JOYANN SOPHIA THURSTON, 57
of Golden Gates #1, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday 5th, September 2024.
She is survived by numerous of other relatives and friends who will be mentioned later.
Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.
Funeral Service For
Berthamae Thompson, 77
of Fox Hill will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, 10:00 a.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.
She was predeceased by her parents: the Late Cleophas Cornelius “CC” Knowles Sr. and Lucinda Dean Knowles; loving husband of 52 years: Deacon Aulice “Tommy” Thompson; son: Dion Demetrius Thompson; daughterin-love: NaTasha Thompson-Ferguson; sisters: Erma Beckford, Dorothy Rolle and Bettymae Knowles; brothers: Stanley (Sr.), Kenneth, Cleophas (Jr.), Richard, Franklin Rodwell, Joseph, Preston (Sr.) and Colan Knowles (Sr.); brothers-in-love: Oscar Beckford, Donald Thompson and Pastor James Romer; sisters-in-love: Dorothy and Maxine Knowles.
Her legacy lives on in the hearts of her daughter: Donella (Pastor Vincent) Johnson; son: Chavan Thompson; grandchildren: NaDion (Treca) Thompson, NaTikko Thompson Sr. (DeaVanti Ewing), Etana, Eyden and Emiah Johnson; great grandchildren: Tayvaughn Edgecome; Natikko Thompson Jr. and NaZai Thompson; brothers: McAllen Knowles and Joel Knowles Sr.; sister: Barbara Romer; sisters-in-love: Sybiline, Valderine and Judy Knowles, Patricia Rolle and Patronella Thompson; godchildren: Harvey Brown; Aaron Bodie and Hornsby Rolle Jr.; many loving nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, greatgrand nieces, great-grandnephews: Heirs of the Late Cleophas “CC” and Lucinda Knowles Sr.; other relatives including: The Dean, Taylor and Knowles Families; Heirs of the Late Aulice Alfred, Hugh Stanley, James Carmichael, Herbert William Nixon and Keva Nixon-Rolle; caring cousins: Violet Stewart, Alice Miller, Shevamae Morley, Rodney Miller and Beverly Barnett of Freeport, Grand Bahama; Crestwell, Debbie and Netty Sturrup, Karen Smith, Shirley, Lillian and Irvin Dean of Deerfield, FL; Eloise Johnson of Miami Gardens, FL; Helen Adderley, Richard and Nelson Gardiner, Lloyd Gardiner of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Daniel Gardiner of Long Island, Jeanette and Delerice Gardiner, Sandra Knowles, Tony and Dee Dee Perpall, Naomi Symonette, Katherine Warren, Angela Achara, and Daniel Knowles Jr., Ellamae Knowles Neighbors: The Pratt Family, Sally Ferguson and Family, The Miller Family; The Pickstock Family and Norma Deane; other friends including: Gloria Knowles; Denise Whymns and Family; The retired and former staff of City Markets Ltd.; First Lady Emeritus, Sis. Frankie Henry, The Iriogbe, Wilson and Sesanker Families of Nashville, Tennessee; Tommy’s Dominoes Family; Rev. Dr. Ivan F. Butler Jr., First Lady Dr. Joanne Butler and the members of Kemp Road Ministries; Pastor Joseph Rolle, First Lady Vernita Rolle and the praying members of Carmichael Road Union Baptist Church; Pastor George Bodie Sr. and Family; Pastor Emeritus J. Carl and Mother Evangeline Rahming and the St. Paul’s Baptist Church Fox Hill; Pastor Trajean Jadorette; the Honorable Fred Mitchell and the Fox Hill Community; the Kemp Road Community and the Community Baptist Church Family in Nashville, Tennessee.
May the soul of our dearly departed Mother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin, and Friend rest in eternal peace and in the everlasting arms of Jesus Christ.
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, September 13, 2024 from 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. and at the church from 9:00a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For
Leonard Alexander Bowe, 64
of Infant View Road, passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday September 4, 2024.
He is survived by his Daughter: Nadia Bowe; Son: Cameron Bowe; Adopted Daughter: Sherelle McSweeney; Brothers: William and Craig Bowe; Sisters: Joycelyn Holbert, Rebecca Smith, Janien Bodie (Jonathan), Helen Butler (Maxwell), Sonia Dames, Janeen McCartney (Charles) and Pamela Watts-Bowe; and a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Matriarch Lauretta Inez Rolle, 92
of Devils Point, Cat Island, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, 10:00a.m. at Zion Baptist Church, East and Shirley Streets. Officiating will be Rev. T. G. Morrison assisted by Rev. Harrison King, Rev. Wilton Winters and other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive.
Lauretta was predeceased her husband: James Elijah Rolle; son: Wilfred Rolle.
Mourning her loss are her childrendaughters: Judymae Wilson, Miriam Rolle, Reverend Althmease Nixson (Gardie), Minister Euna Rolle, Registered Nurse Inetta Butler (Carter), Registered Nurse Patrice Hanna and Daphne Rolle; sons: Randy Rolle (Marinette), Nathaniel Rolle (Alverna); adopted sons: Levi Rolle and Hargen Bickner; grandchildren: Craig Wilson, Agina Miller (Leo), Bernadette Dean (Marvin), Nickyela Smith (Dudley), Ladon, Patrick Rolle, Marva Brown, Roxqueal Rox, Tameka Knowles, Rosca Rox, Janea Scott, Andrew Nixon Jr., Alcetha Nixon, Krystal Nixon, Guion (Deborah), Samuel, Daniel, Joshua, Elizabeth, Precious Nixon, Kakirer Sicard, Trained Clinical Nurse Maria Butler, Staff Nurse Achara Martin, Shandira and Randira Collie, Ranique Rolle, Wilkia Cooper (Jarmal) Shanteech Brooks, Ava Finlayson, Nathanya Rolle, Travis Rolle, Tavano Sweeting, Porchue Rolle, Jasmine Hanna, Hadassah Hanna, Aryanna Hanna, Gary, Gerry Johnson (Renee) off Tavernier Florida; great grandchildren: Tia Wilson, Demarc Wilson, Kaylee Wilson, Jadia Wilson, La’Shanon Miller, Marvia, Bry’ante and Breyias Dean, Jade, Jason and Jarrod Smith, Matio Carey, Marcasio Darville, Clinton Rolle, Amiyah Brown, Jumecko Smith, Phillicia Paulino, Tyasia Knowles, Akeem Bowleg, De’mari Louis, Ja’nye Williams, Kenyon, Roalaya Rolle, Chardonnai Lockhart, Ahmad Louis, Lily and Layla Sands, Andrew Nixon Jr., Angelique Kaylee, Neveah, G’havanti, Amelia, Seth, Muriel, Guion Jr., Haddassa Nixon, Darrein Jr., Shardara Smith, Dwight Jr., Dennor, D’droh Hepburn, Deandre Marshall, Emmanuel Nixon, Elshadie Russel, Khadaija Thompson, Wayne Jr., Chiron, Suri and Sadie Sicard, Malia and Marcus Thacker Jr., Breon Wilson, Denziah Bain, Dion, Thaniya Moxey, Faith Adderley; great great grandchildren: Javez Coleby, Ra’mayiah Whiley, Chloe Wilson, Malaysia Bastian, Jumecko Smith Jr.; nieces: Edna and Cynthia Armbrister, Anaya Rolle, Rosa Reckley, Naomi (Troy) Wallace, Betty (Pastor Clifton Hepburn), Sheryl (Pastor Trevor Strachan), Jerolene (Craig Bethel), Esther Sturrup (Philip), Darlene Benjamin, Corene Newbold (Rev. Donnie), Maogie Rolle, Lillian Burrows, Marion Sands, Betty and Ashkuel Armbrister, Sandra Gilles (Kenson), Willsetta Bailou, Gensetea Moss (Thomas), SandraLee Taylor, Lilian McPhee(Glen), Hycinth Louzique, Joanna Evans, Bleunether Armrister; nephews: Edward and Edmond Rahming and family, Rahming and family, Chris (Christine) Rahming and family, Wellington Rahming and family, James Rahming and family (Sheryl), Clarence Rahming Jr.
(predeceased) and family, Benneth Rahming (Cathleen) and family, Prince Rahming (Beula) and family, Tyrone Rolle Sr. W/Sgt 3073 (Denise), David Rolle, George(Maxine) and Dion Armbrister, Patrick and David Armbrister, Roselyn Edgecombe, William, Elkannah; grand nieces: Tameko Moss, Jessica Baillou, Celine Johnson, Enrique, Venice Russell, Carla Rose, Denise, Shanika Miller, Jenny Armbrister, Sabrina Rolle, Laketha and Johnnetta Munroe, Desmona Simmons, Sharanda Logan, Pastor Denise Miller (Nelson), Rochelle Oliver, Enischa Taylor, Tiffany Wallace, Densandria Wright (Anthon), Alana, Miranda Logan, Daniellet Simmons, Patina Armbrister, Latoya Miller (Brain), Anthonique Josey (Odell), Yonnie Newbold, Sheena, Shacara, Sapphire, Quiarra Thompson, Nathalia Dames (Thanneil), Tianna Dames, Arnette Andrews, Jerhliah Sturrup, Tonya Sweeting, Jamika Rolle, Shaniqua Higgs (Lynardo), Jada, Torya, Shan’e, Selah, Tyronique, Tyrosha, Adrianna Rolle, Brittany, Zenovia, Leticia Burrows, Davenique and Amara Rolle, Keisha Rolle, Betty Armbrister, Alberta Gibson, Aria, Alia, Elisha Johnson, Lenora Riley, Denimae and Mavis Pratt, Maedell Woodside, Carlene and Wendy; grand nephew: Kemuel Sr., Thomas Jr., Nickro and Ricardo Baillou, Rasheed, Damarion, Roncilli, Devin Russell, Neville Thurston, Godfrey Newbold, Elkannah Armbrister Jr., William Armbrister Jr., Tamicko Taylor (Malinda), Ian Taylor, Micheal Rolle, Ashton Webb, Ian Rolle (Tonya), Donnie Newbold Jr., Shawn Smith, Shamar Thompson, Shanario Rolle, Pedro Skippings III, O’mari Moss, Shervin Ferguson III, David Andrews (Remelda), Nathan and Ethan Andrews, Jermaine Sturrup (Zephramae), Tadasia Dames, Jerhliel and Jhorel Sturrup, Dereck Thompson, Shane (Monica) and Dereck Mackey Jr., Derrin, Ja’von, Sean Jr., Prescott Jr. and Phylicia Johnson (Duran), Antarez Goodman, Tyrese, Tyler, Treshaun,Tyrone Rolle Jr., Craig and Jerry Burrows, Joseph and Tyler Rolle, Sherwin Russell, Phillip Sands Jr., Garnet Armbrister, Max Armbrister and Joey Bullard, Steven Rolle, Harvey, Darvey and Leon Pratt, Abrio Adderley, Arnold Woodside; other relative & friends: Rev. Harrison King (Rhoda) and family, Pastor Christopher King (Olive) and family, Officer Theresa Stuart, Rev. Kermit Rolle and family, Wade (Deborah) Green and family, Vernetia Thompson, Paula & Rochelle Romer and family, Philipa, Helena PCA, Delecia Rolle and family, Monica Hart and family, Leola Rolle and family, Calvin, Gina, Lavarda, Jestina, Dennis, Basil Smith, Pearlimae Hartman, Stanley Anthony, Ricardo James Strachan (Gretal) and family, Diane Johnson and family, Marina Adderley and family, Margaret Adderley and children, Charles Adderley, Rico Mackey, Donna Gilbert Smith, Apostle Franklyn Burrows (Tiffany), Patrice and Peter Saunders, Dianne Russell (Godfrey), Christina Rolle, Adrianne Russell and family, Blomfield Clarke, Gelitha Humes, Kenton and Samantha Burke Clarke Jr, Christopher Clarke, Arnold, Charlene, Lorene, Annimae, Anthon Mackey, Anita Dorsette Cynthia, Cleo, Trevor, Henry Gibson, Benjamin Gibson, Cordell Hunter and family, Lernix Smith and family, Ruth and Carl Pinder, Cindy Moss & Rosette Wells and family. Marcus Thacker and family, Emma Hepburn and family, Rosevelt Mackey and family, Madlyn Pratt and family, Rentie & Vernice Storr and family, Gracie, Jennie, Neka Knowles and family, Jason Rolle of Trinada and Tobago, the entire community of Cat Island including Devil’s Point, McQueen’s and Old Bight; and many 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. – 5:00pm and at the Church on Saturday from 9:00am until service time.
Funeral Service For
Matriarch Roselda Joyann Knowles, 68 affectionately
called “Grunt”
of Lowe Sound, Andros, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, 11:00a.m. at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Lowe Sound, Andros. Offciating will be Rev. Dr. Ifll Russell, Rev. Sabrina Moss, Rev. Larrise Russell assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lowe Sound Public Cemetery.
Precious memories will forever be cherished by her children: Philip McQueen, Emma Williams, Donna Sweeting, Emerson and Corporal 3213 Elmas McQueen (RBPF); grandchildren: Jyles Carter, Doniska Thomas (Dayton Ohio, USA), Tanika Cooper, Doreen Mott, Alunzo Miller, Keith Taylor, Aaron Fowler, Arianna McQueen and Asa Sweeting; great grandchildren: Ellie Carter, Demetrie Mott and Hope Cooper; son-in-law: Vanrey Sweeting; granddaughtein-law: Elise Carter; grandson-in-law: Joquan Thomas (Dayton Ohio); brotherin-law: Alrick Russell, Edwin Miller and Hatchet McQueen; sister-in-law: Lovely, Bernice and Genevieve Knowles; nieces: Alma Munroe, Vanrea Gaitor, Paulamae and Catherine Colebrooke, Shirley Bowe, Mary and Martha Burrows, Pearl, Marcetta, Claranell Russell and Naydean Lewis, Wyomie and Magnetta Knowles, Jancine Bowleg and Kimberley Bryan, Olivia Bowe, Suenea, Tara, Maria, Lauralee, Lathera, Eulamae, Nastacia, Barbara and Jolyn Knowles, Dollymae and Brittany Russell, Sandy Johnson, Tanya Scott; nephews: Douglas and Jeremaine Knowles, Leading Seaman Mark Knowles (RBDF), Leading Mechanic Leslie Knowles (RBDF), Jerome, Leo, Clifton, Leon, Isaac and Andrew Colebrooke, Otis and Benny Bowe, Brekitt, Perry, Daniel, Nigel, Eugene Jameico, Dencil Jr., Supt Kemuel Knowles (RBPF), Humadason Evans, Aldrick, Julio, Teano, Wilton and Jackallen Russell, Randol Lewis, Neko and Travis Barr and numerous grand nieces, grand nephews, great grand nieces and nephews and great great grand nieces and nephews; special friends: Vanrea Barr, Shirley Barr, Larry Newton and Wilfrid Petittrere. Host of other Relatives and Friends Including: Rev. Dr. Iffll and Rev. Larissa Russsell and offcers and Members of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Rev. Dr. Oswald Poitier and the New Mt Freedom Baptist Church, Rev. Philmore Russell and the New Mt. Oliveth Baptist Church, Apostles Brinka and the Word of God Praying Ministry, Rev. Sabrina Moss, Rev. Coralee Fowler, Rev. Norine Smith, Jessie and Alderie McQueen, Stacey Coleby, Mag James, The Honorable Leonardo Lightbourne, M. P. (North Andros and the Berry Island), The Free National Movement Association (North Andros and the Berry Islands), Mr. Charlton Bowleg, Linda Evans, Alva Brown, Patricia Woodside, Raquel Beneby, Vanria, Taylor, Shennita, Val and Tanya Bootle, Junior Knowles, Sanford Johnson, Oral Evans, Michelle Lewis, Anna Johnson, Fredrick Rolle and Family, Kirsch and Shantell Ferguson, Rex and Melrose and Family, Roy Barr and Family, Mitchell Johnson and Family, Daquin Scott, Alexio McKinney, Laverick Evans, Jason Evans Amanda Evans, Elrinis Miller and Family, Patricia Rolle and Family, Dory Oliver and Family, Will and Georgian Burrows, William Johnson, Missouri Colebrooke, Emily, Aunt Ceva and Family, Crystal Oliver and the Oliver’s Prescription Pharmacy, Supt Paul Cash and the offcers of the Paradise Island Police Station, Asp Kelda Russell and family, Tanya Fernander and family, The Colebrooke Family, Robert Barr and Family, Allen Russell and Family, Patsy Wilkinson and family, Will Burrows and Family, Curl Lewis and Family, Algerine and Anita Russell and family, Billy Evans and family, Stanford Johnson and Family, The Pratt Family, The Woodside Family, the entire communities of Lowe Sound and Red Bays.
The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors, 7th Terrace Collins Avenue on Friday from 12:00noon. – 5:00pm and at the Church in Lowe Sound, Andros on Saturday from 9:00am until service time.
Funeral Service for PHILIP CORNELIUS BURROWS, 71
of Lower Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, will be held at St. Athanasius Anglican Church, Lower Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, on Saturday, 14th September, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Rev’d. Fr. Ruel J. Strachan, assisted by other members of the Clergy will officiate. Interment will follow in Burrows Burial Society Cemetery, Lower Deadman’s Cay, Long Island.
Left to mourn his passing is, his Son: Andrew Burrows; Stepson: Ryan Turnquest; Sisters: Madelyn Cartwright (Cornelius) and Elva Turnquest; Brother: Glenroy Burrows; Sisters-in-law: Beatrice, Pearline and Caroline Burrows, Pamela and Michaela Rolle, Charity McHardy, Ovina Turnquest and Anthea Gibson; Brothers-in-law: Andrew (Flyer) and Jeffrey Turnquest; A host of other relatives and friends including: Joycelyn Darville, Minette McKenzie, Paul, Hank and Dave Smith, Meg Adderley, Maralyn, Elvis and Rodney Burrows, Darlene Bowleg, Valderine Cartwright, Cheyenne Constantakis, Nekiah Turnquest, Marcie and Steve Burrows, Chantel and Justin Turnquest, Delerese Knowles, Iva McHardy and family, Ruth Wong and family, Gwendolyn Edilall and family, Marjorie Archer and family, Gloria Turnquest and family, Henry Burrows and family, Alastair, Cynthia, Leanthia, Monique, Kevin, Don, Andy, Tony, Burlee, Lyle; and the entire community of Lower Deadman’s Cay.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the Church on Friday at 6:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service for DONNELL ELIZABETH FERGUSON-ROLLE, 61
of Flamingo Gardens, will be held at St. Ambrose Anglican Church, Carmichael Road, on Saturday, 14th September, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. Fr. Scott Brennen, Archdeacon Dwight Rolle and Rev’d. Fr. Richard Wood, assisted by other members of the Clergy will officiate. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive & Gladstone Road.
Donnell is survived by, her Husband: Leroy Rolle; Children: Romain and Naja Rolle; Adopted Son: Omar Marshall; Grandchild: Chairo Rolle; Sisters: Marsha Ferguson, Patrice Miller and Dale Burrows; Brothers: Fabien Ferguson Sr., of Chicago, Illinois and Remon Rolle; Beloved Dog: Bugatti; Mother-in-law: Veronica Brown; Sisters-in-law: Merkell Rolle, Josie, Diane and Bernadette Rolle, and Marilyn Taylor; Brothers-inlaw: Lawrence Miller, Lorenzo Burrows and Dennis and Jarvis Rolle; Honorary sisters: Veronica Marshall and Prudence Black; Nieces: Britney Basden, Van-Shunte Rolle, Raynette Rolle and Donesha Hepburn; Nephews: Nathan Patton, Denium Key, Fabien Jr. and Kayden Ferguson of Chicago, Illinois, Aiden Rolle, Rashad Rolle and Danté Hanna; Aunt: Sybil Toote; Uncle: Mike (Rachel) Cleare of Rochester, NY; Dearest cousins: Wendell & Deborah Cleare & Family, Rev. Sharon Cleare, Marina, Glen (Judith) and Dennis (Martha) Clare, Shelmar (Margaret) Winters, Khaliah and Keno Bullard; numerous other relatives and friends, including: Cyprianna, Maryann and Montasca Clare, Betty Kemp, Ronald & Eneas Johnson, Bridgette Fernander, Renee, Kenneth and Carlet Cleare, Sidney and Winston Cleare, The family of the Late Ivan Cleare, Livingston Brown & Family, Sharelle Sawyer-Ramroop, Gloria and Cynthia Toote, Jocelyn Wells, Michael, Godfrey and Barbara Toote, Nancy Cleare and Susan McNair and Clarenton Johnson & Family, Linda Brown, Rochelle Davis, Geneva Rose, Judy Carey and Patricia Brown, Bernal & Rose Bullard; Dearest Friends: Desmond Bannister, Oris Marshall & Family, Marsha Bain, Peaches Pinder, Jeanette Davis, Jennifer Cleare, John & Bianca Clarke, Dail & Nicola Pearce, Cynthia Hall, Becky Ellis, Greg Larrimore, Robert Todd, Lynden Williams and Samantha Cartwright, Archdeacon Dwight Rolle and the Parish of St. Ambrose Church, The Principal, Staff, Students and Parents of Albury Sayles Primary School, Nassau Street Community, Deborah Watson, Rochelle Cleare, Management & Staff of Petrus Private Bank, Evangelistic Temple Church, Bahamas Harvest Church, Flamingo and Yellow Elder Gardens neighbors, The FNM Association, Michael Foulkes and
family, Mr. & Mrs. Mike Carey and the Pineapple Air family, Charlene (neighbor), Tammi Stubbs and Antoinette Russell, and others far too numerous to list by name. A very, very special thanks is extended to, Marsha Bain, Cleo Hepburn, Alma Albury, Lesley Pinder, Bernadette
Braynen, Kendal (Olive) Patton & Family, Nyochee Patton & Family, Ewonka Saunders and family, Valencia Glinton & Family, Dr. Cito Moore, Melanie Archer-Johnson & Staff of Grace Funeral Home. If we somehow omitted your name in our grief, forgive us and know it was not intentional.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, #36 Rosetta Street on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday at the Church from 8:30 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for BARBARA CASSANDRA “Babs” RICHARDS, 64
of Cargill Lane, Farrington Road, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, 11th September, 2024.
She is survived by four (4) Daughters: Ramona (David) Neely, Samantha Butterfield, Deandria and Anishka Richards; four (4) Sisters: Iona McKenzie, Louise Vanderpool, Lillian Fox and Linda Strachan; eight (8) Grandchildren: Edrick Butterfield, Blair & Dave Neely, Kaliyah Ernest, Simone Rolle, Aveaha Richards, Denim Wilson and Skylah Richards; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Memorial Service for DOUGLAS EZEKIEL “Dougie” McHARDY, 50
of Lower Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, will be held at Junkey Landing Dock, Lower Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, on Sunday, 15th September, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. Pastor Lee Burrows will officiate.
Left to cherish his memories are, his Wife of 26 years: Roseanna McHardy; Children: Nakita and Omari Headley, Shanthe (Ellie), Jamaro, Annalisse, and Dana McHardy; Grandchildren: Zane Curry, Ella Farrington, Ayden & Jellybean Headley; Mother: Iva McHardy; Siblings: Jason (Patricia), Johnathan, Gerald (Maqueline) and Lorenzo McHardy; Patronella Sawyer, Barbara Dorsett (Sidney), Cynthia Burrows-Turnquest, Roselyn Rowan, Gwendolyn Stuart (Barry), and Patrice (Claude) Seymour; Siblings-in-law: Aaron & Joseph (Dan) and Carlon Burrows, Miriam (Rickie) Darville, Selltain (Sherwin) Turnquest; Uncle: Richard (Thelma) McHardy; Aunt: Dora Turnquest; Nieces: Leanthia (Barry) Knowles, Monique (Dewitt) Hunt, Nadia (Daniel) Thompson, Simmone and Ameila Sawyer; Ianthe (Ellsworth) Rolle, Mariah Lewis, Ghabrielle (Akinathan) Pena, Akia (Lamar) Ashley, Nyssa Gaitor, Aaliyah Rowan, Jasonique, Candy and Miracle McHardy; Racine (Sammie) Poitier; Teela (Ritchie) Goodman and Keanna Seymour; Jaleah, Sy’rai and Jermaiha McHardy, Joanna (Shanton) Taylor, Riche Darville, Destiny Turnquest and Jamilee Major; Nephews: Kevin (Randia), Anthony, Andrew (Genee), Sean, Patrick (Jessica), Burleigh (Carlene) and Don Burrows; Timico, Giovani (Bianca) Sawyer, Jon (Jessica) Dorsett, Troy (Ashley) Gaitor, Jason McHardy Jr.; Barry Jr. (Celine) and Ramon Stuart; Titan and Coda Seymour, Kareem, Gerald Jr., Aijah and Micah McHardy; Mariano (Teressa), Austin and Dustin Turnquest, Antonio, Jamal and Jameil Tuckerfields; Godchildren: Chadese Turnquest, Pacie Dean; Special relatives and friends including: Denico, Deniqua, Denishka and
Dewitt Jr., Hunt, Rodney (Sanny) Burrows and family, Colin and Crystal Cartwright, Gina Burrows-Carey, Lyle, Allistair, Lagloria, Glenroy and Dave Burrows, Alton Ferguson, Sherling and Sherlock Turnquest, Alfred (Simone) Sears, Cleophus and Burnist Burrows,
Paul and Sandy Carroll, Tremaine “Pepsi” Knowles; Kendal Turnquest, Ezra, Ricky and Barry McHardy, William “Nipper” Cartwright, Ian Knowles, Lauren (Sue) Knowles, Chester (Ruth) Knowles, Wayde (Erma) Smith, Garvin (Dawn) Simmons, Ricardo and Jerry Harding, Jimmy and Maria Watkins; Renee Cartwright and family, Ruth Wong and family, Evette Davis and family, Bernard Knowles and the Rowdy Boyz Family, Marvin and Chea McHardy and family, Petra Cartwright and family, John Wells and family, Marjorie Archer and family, Madeline Cartwright and family, Maria Burrows and family, the entire extended McHardy family, The Wells’, Fox’s, Moree’s, the Darville’s, Adderley’s, Burrows’, Cartwright’s, Turnquest’s and Knowles families; the St. Athanasius Church family and the entire community of Long Island, Grace Funeral Home; and too many others to mention
If your name was inadvertently omitted, please be assured of our gratitude for the longstanding relationship and the support extended to our father throughout the years
Death Notice for BRIAN KEITH KNOWLES, 48
of Johnson Road Estates, died at his residence on Friday, 6th September, 2024.
Left to cherish his memories are, his loving Wife: Latoya Knowles; Sister: Kristen Pratt; Niece: A’kailah Pratt; Nephew: Kai Pratt; and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date
Memorial Service for
CHENNIKA KENA RITCHIE, 49
of Devonshine Rd. off McKinney Ave. Carmichael Road, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, 14th September 2024 at the Munnings Family Estate, Marshall Road.
Officiating will be Bro. Vance McKenzie assisted by Bro. Marvin Archer of The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Chennika was preceded in death by her mother: Villa-Dale Munnings and sisters: Anthonecia Welton & Rheynischka Munnings-Cooper.
Untold happy memories will always remain with those who loved her dearly. Left to celebrate Nika’s vibrant life and legacy; Two children: Kianna and Kamron Ritchie; Father: Anthony Munnings; Half-sister: Tanya Ward; Brothers-in-law: Gregory Welton & Thomas Cooper Sr.; Nieces & Nephews: Ethan Welton, Brijae and Thomas Jr Cooper; Aunts & uncles: Gertrude (Don) Symonette, Michael (Karen) Smith, Anthony “Sarge” Sr. (Tanya) Smith, Lilly Smith, Debra Coleby, Bridgette (Wenzel) Hanna, Nicole (Llewellyn) Armstrong, Charmaine (Matthew) Edgecombe, Tara, Shenika (Stephen) Smith & Valeria Smith, Craig, Valentino, Kevin, Ira Jr. (Terlika) & Peter Smith, Judy (Levarity) Deveaux, Sandra, Vanria & Ava Munnings, Cedric & Wendell Munnings; Cousins: La’Nesia, Anthony II, Kristen, Rainya, Roger (Nicole), Ramon, Kyle, Kian, Shameka, Brian Jr. (Lakeitha), Leronne Smith, Melissa (Anwar) McCartney, Linelle (Demetrius) Dames, Laron, Corvette, Alexius, Sky, Shericka Smith, Terrilyn Rolle, Tara (David) McDuffie, Ashleigh (Chris) Gatcombe, Satita, Shelby & Sheldon Hanna, Mattea & Kakan Edgecombe, Kim Munnings Michelle “Shelly” Munnings Minus, Jeannie Moxey Sean, Bradley Jr., Marcia, Jamar, Kashann, Kahsheriff, Moeharii Munnings, Annton Jr., Ashton & Troya, Pete, Clavar, Rasheda & Courtney Deveaux, Devlin, Troy, Aeisha Fisher, Louie Thompson, Ron & Bates Rodgers, Ozone Johnson, Archie Rose; Devoted and closest friends: Patricia Fountain Redman & Yiota Salpadimos and their families; Many other relatives & friends including, but not limited to, Shonté Munroe, Michelle Malcolm, Darren Smith, Christa Grant, Tia Barrett, Heidi, Carl Jr. & Robin Glinton, Kandice Smith, Kirizza Knowles, Richard Ritchie, Cindy Ritchie, Melissa Wilkinson, Kimra Sweeting, Christopher Ritchie, Gerard Smith & Family the extended Smith, Glinton, Munnings & Deveaux families, Vance & Kenya McKenzie, Marvin Arthur and Family, Dr. Darron Halliday and Dr. Raleigh Butler, Doctors & Nursing Staff of PMH
Cremation
Death Notice for
ENID CARNETTA LOCKHART, 101
of Sandilands Village Road and formerly of Duncan Town, Ragged Island, died at her residence on Saturday, September 7th, 2024.
She is survived by her Daughters: Maxine (Daniel) Wallace, Margaret Lockhart, Melanie Lockhart-Cartwright and Miriam Lockhart; Son of Her Heart: Marcus Moxey; Sisters: Sheila Curling, Florinda Hepburn and Katie Lockhart; Brothers: Anthony and Perry Lockhart; Grandchildren: Bernadette Lockhart, Ava Munnings, Monet (Devayne) Roberts, Theodore Lockhart, Nikolaos Vardaoulis, Cecil III & Cepal (Ash) Cartwright, Estelle, Kervin, Julian and Tyangelo (Jolly) Wallace, Tristan Zubizaretta; Great-Grandchildren: Anntone Jr. & Ashton Brooks, Troya Rolle, Kieran & Kiara Diggiss, Cato Cartwright, Keishan, Brandon, Janae, Juliann & Ty Wallace Jr., Diamond (Ashley) Major, Calista Zubizaretta; Great-Great Grandchildren, Numerous Nieces and Nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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was held.
Funeral Service for
CATHERINE EMERALD
BETHEL, 87
of Twynam Heights Drive and formerly of New Bight Cat Island, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday 14th September 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Boyd Road.
Officiating will be Monsignor Alfred Culmer, assisted by Deacon Peter Jones. Interment will follow in the Catholic Cemetery, Tyler Street.
Catherine was preceded in death by her parents and eleven siblings.
She is survived by her nieces: Tanya Pinder-Carey (Trevor), Jennifer Mangra (Jairam) Kim Ritchie (Kendal), Florence Rolle, Carydah Sands, Jackie Seymour, Shirley Maycock, Winifred Armbrister, Elizabeth Somaru (Richard), Naomi Johnson, Gail Cooper, Joan Bethel, Linda Hanna, Audrey Albury, Arlene Bethel, and Cynthia Sears; nephews: George Huyler (Debbie), Tyrone, Wayde and Robert Forbes, Joseph Romer, Rufus, Peter and Harry Sands, Raymond Bethel, Charles, Eligan and Andrew Albury and Glanville Bethel; grandnieces: Robyn and Tyrese Forbes, Adele Mangra, Sanchia and Torrance Carey, Jalinska Gilliam (Tyrus), Georgette and Georgae Huyler, Dr. Novia Carter-Lookie, Toneca Carter, Shafena Brown (Montgomery), Jordyn Sands, Candy Owens, Tanya Ferguson Juliette Rolle, Darnell Whymms (David), Shantel Smith (Calvin), Tamika and Keisha Albury, Anita Wilmott (Barry), Terry Bethel-Johnson (Shawn), Bernadette Smith, Kayla Smith-Nixon (Harvey), Melisa and Shamara Knowles, Tanya Roberts and Denita Henry; grandnephews: Bradley Forbes (Meredith), Tamar Rahming, Trevino and Trystan Carey, Wayde, Raheim and Jaheim Forbes, Ulrick McIntosh Sr. (Tamela), Kenton McIntosh (Shermica), Rohan Carter, Troy, Deveaughan, Kendal, Maurice, Kym and Jason Ritchie, Dr. Copeland Seymour (Anjanette), Deon Stuart, Joe and Eugene Ford, Kudarie and Kamal Somaru, Julius and Javon Rolle, Rufus Sands Jr., Kwaben and Khalil Maycock, Matthew Bethel, Ronald, Dominique and Eligan Albury, Parrish Price, Daroll Rolle, Anthony, Donald and Raymond (Tasha) Armbrister, Bernard Smith, Eddie, Ira, Shawn and Jamal Knowles, Leroy and John Bethel; numerous great grand nieces and nephews; Other relatives and close friends including: Majorie McIntosh and family, Eulamae Bodie and family, Lillian and Glen McPhee and family, Pamrica Rolle and family, Cheryl and Robert Rolle and family, Patrice Alleyne and family, Winston Carter, The Rose and Thurston families of Grand Bahama, New Providence and Cat Island, The
Gilbert, Johnson, Romer, Rolle and Larrimore families of Cat Island, The Johnson and Bethel families of James Cistern, Eleuthera, The Stevens, Green, Baillou and Saunders families of Bain Town, The Moxey family of Grand Bahama, Julia Stevens, Clarita Saunders, Terrice Carey-Curry, Troy Carey, The Culmer Family, Julie Carroll and family, Deanka Edwards and family, Sherry Saihnoune and family, Cherise Saunders and family, Shavonne Wilson and family, Tanya Padgett and family, Bradley Lightbourn and family, Deacon Burrows and the members of the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, New Bight, Cat Island, Legion of Mary, Nuns and Oblates of St. Martin’s Monastery, The Pastoral Team of St. Joseph’s and members of St. Joseph’s 6:30 a.m. Mass, Monsignor Simeón Roberts; and a host of other family and friends too numerous to mention.
May Her Soul Rest In Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday, 13th September 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday, 14th September 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for
CARDINAL FREDERICK KING,
68
of Leeward Isles Way, Golden Gates #2, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024.
He is survived by his wife: Fiona King; daughters: Nadia Rodriguez and Carniqua Rolle; son: Cayden King; grand-daughter: Amayah Rolle; sisters: Julianne Ferguson and Florance Kemp; brothers: Terrance and Glenroy King and Denrod Kelly; aunts: Ena Mackey and Ruth Otten; uncle: Paul King; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Osvaldo Rodriguez and Deangelo Rolle.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service for
MICHAEL ALVIN SEYMOUR, 65
of West Palm Beach and formerly of Nassau, The Bahamas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday 14th September 2024 at Church of God of Prophecy, East Street Tabernacle, East Street. Officiating will be Bishop Hulan Hanna, assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
He is survived by his Sons: Ichael Lavin Seymour and VaChaenKamial Theophilus (Katrina Marie) Seymour; Partner: Delia James; Siblings: Marilyn Seymour-Major, Retired Sr. Asst. Commissioner Steven Seymour, Carlton Seymour, Sharon Ferguson of Cleveland, Tennessee, and Caryla Josey of Delray Beach, Florida; In-laws: Lenox Major, Deborah Seymour, Barry Ferguson and Carla Seymour; Nieces: Maelynn (Michael) Ford, Dr. Marvell Major, Sharona Ferguson, Chelsi Seymour, Symone Ferguson, Celine Seymour, Aja Cartwright, Lenora Brown and Lisa Stubbs; Nephews: Steven Jr., Brentley, Marques, and Carlton Jr. (JewelyAnne) Seymour, Arlington Ferguson, Ashton McKenzie, Lenox Jr. and Leonard Major; Grand-nieces and grand-nephews: Shaelynn Davis, Marques Bryson Seymour, Mariama and Mekhi Ford; Special Cousins and Friends: James Seymour, William Seymour, Yawgayl Ben Ysrael, Ted Dames; Shari Ward, Vanessa Knott, Claudia Hutchinson, Heather James, Denise McFarlane, Karen Revol, Francis Christie; Cousins: Norma, Barbara, Audrey and William Allen; Sandra Stewart, Daphne and Clyde Nixon: Margueritte Bethel, Delores Rolle, and Austin and Jan Knowles; Katherina Kleckley, Tony Josey; Freddie and Jean, David, James, William and Kyong, Peter and Sonya, and Paul and Denise Seymour, Marie (Mickey) Jones, Beatrice (Bebe), Carol, Virginia (Tootsie) Seymour, Lisa and Kenneth Terry; Janet Lundy; Phillippa Thompson; Ret. Asst. Commissioner of Police Melvin Lundy and Mrs. Enadell Lundy, Lefred Lundy, Robertha Lundy, Willamae
Bowleg, Meneria and Donald Burrows, Rafford Seymour and family, Ruby Barr and family; Other Relatives and Friends: Barbara and Fr. Rodney Burrows, Patricia and Douglas Collins, Dr. Earla Carey-Baines, Ret. Permanent Secretary Sheila Carey, Paulette and Leon Jacobs, Thomas Carey; Wendy, Janeen (Champ) and Greg Jones; Krivoy Smith, Kendra and Kyra Knowles; Judy Maycock, Joy Ross, Lisa Berkley; Malinda Hepburn and William Hepburn; Patricia Seymour-Smith; Cynthia Seymour-Sacco, Eve and Isaac Seymour; The families of the Centreville Community including the Kennys, the Elliotts, the Munnings, the Mitchells; the The Dannottage Neighbourhood; and the Foxhall Community in West Palm Beach.
May His Soul Rest In Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 13th September 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 14th September 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for LOUIS
JAMES HEMMINGS,
104
of Wulff Road and formerly of Jamaica, died at his residence on Monday, September 9th, 2024.
He is survived by his, adopted daughter: Denise Hemmings; niece: Claudette Reid; nephews: Trevor Hemmings and Hugh Palmer; grandniece: Amanda Hemmings; grandnephews: Owen and Marvin Palmer and Shawn Hemmings; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service for
KELLYMAE ANGELA RUSSELL 70
of Golden Isles Road off Carmichael Road, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday 15th September 2024 at Johnson Park Seventh Day Adventist Church, Farrington Road.
Officiating will be Pastor Melvin Lewis, assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens. J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road.
Kellymae is survived by her 5 children: Monique Russell, Denice Russell, Kelean Charles, Marvin Russell & Devon Russell; 14 Grandchildren: Mark Brave, Christopher Kelly, Melissa Wilson, Crystal Bain, Likisha (Jackson) Durgene, Shaniqua Gibson-Adderley, Myrian Mortimer, Alexanderia & Alexander Russell, Warren Wilson, Collins Storr, Sharan Minnis, Ashton & Kiontanique Russell; 18 Great Grandchildren: Mallory Brave, Jackson & Jaden Durgene, Edisha Bain, Marilyn Bullard, Pharin Palmer, Shamaya Pickstock, Chrishawna Kelly, Larom Major, Jonica Bain, Joseph Perinique & Angelique Bain, Ava Hanna, Jaycee Adderley, Jaylyn Durgene, Emery Wilson; 4 Sisters: Jenniemae Colebrooke, Patrice Dorsette, Patricia Webster & Sivongile Ruskin & their families; 5 Brothers: Clifford Cadet, Kenneth Russell Jr, Darvin Lloyd Russell, Clint Russell Sr. & Charles Russell Sr. & their families; Nephews and Nieces: Debraca Russell, Ashley & Lashawn Russell, Phyllis Colebroke, Nyreae Clarke, Dominique Dorsette, Natasha Naskia & Okeisha McPhee, Henry King, Jervine & Gary Lindsey, Shantell & Gardia Bain, Fredrick Colebrooke, Ramon Clarke, Nigel & Junior Dorsette; Numerous Cousins including: Rodwell & Phyllis Dean, Walia (Dr. Munir) Rashad, Pastor Alphonso & Tryphenia Lewis & Family, Maltese Davis & Family, Ruth Walkes, Elder Barry Shane Saunders, Elder Billy Wallace & Family, Madeline Demeritte & Family, Patrice Brice & Family, Denice Marshall & Family, Teth & Annemarie Miller & Family; Other Family and Friends: Elder Dennis McPhee and Family, Mrs. Shirley Barr & Family, Colyn & Linda Major & Family, Val Sweeting & Family, June Flowers & Family, Mrs. Jillian Pinder & Family, Mrs. Shantell Stubbs & Family, Mrs. Smith & Family, Bain Town Family, Lavern Gardiner & Family, Melony Williams-Gibson & Family, Valencio Darling & Family, Sharvette Rigby & Family, Carol Georges & Family, Jenniday Smith & Family, Alfred McKinney & Family, Ronald Brave & Family, Pastor Deborah & Vince Hamilton, Sandra Rolle & Family, DeKetra Neely & Family, Mrs. Basden & Family,
The Johnson Park S.D.A. Church Family, Pastor Dr. Michael C. Toote, Pastor C. Melvin Lewis & Family, Pastor St. Fleur & Family, Mrs. Mercedes Pierre & Family, Roslyn Royal & Family, The Golden Isles Family, Denise Marshall & Family, Paula Davis & Family, Mrs. John & Family, Ministry of Education Family, Yamacraw Constituency.
May Her Soul Rest In Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Saturday 14th September 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and at the church on Sunday 15th September 2024 from 12:00 noon. until service time
Death Notice for
ALYSSA LATISHA CLEARE-TAYLOR, 53
of Boatswain Hill Rd. East, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday. August 30th, 2024.
She is survived by her husband: Whitney Taylor; daughters: Allison and Brittney Taylor; step daughter: Sivanna Cleare-McKay; son: Whitney Taylor Jr.; grandchildren: Kamari and Imani; sisters: Margaret Cleare, Cathyann Cleare-Fisher and Kathleen Delancy; brothers: Trevor, Jimmy, Anthony, Errol and Mark Cleare and Frederick Delancy; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date
Funeral Service for
DELINOIS ALCE, 85
of Acklins Street and formerly of St. Louis Du Nord, Haiti, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday 14th September 2024 at Zion South Beach Baptist Church, Zion Blvd. Officiating will be Pastor Garnet Sweeting, assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
Delinois leaves behind his beloved wife: Charlisena Louis; sons: Ritchie, Harold, and Mayko; grandsons: Harold Jr. and Kei’Ondre; brother: Marceline Alce; cousins: Agelren Joseph, Fontaine Joseph, Seresse Alexis, Irene Pierre, Francky Joseph, Madeline Joseph, Iciany Blanc, Syana Joseph, Inavia Joseph, Dinorand Alphonsio, Antoine Joseph, Wayde Joseph (Samantha), Marceline Joseph, Pauline Joseph and Carmen Joseph; nephews: Alex Alce, Michelet Alce, Ti Camil Alce, Jimmy Alce, Fritz Abner, Tichelet Joseph, Wolky Alce, Rodson Louis (Derline), Arry Louis (Monica); nieces: Louise Alce, Carlene Louis, Crise Eugene, Jeanine Alce, Dendya Alce, Laura Louis, Camilla Alce, Youline Alce, Isenora Alce, Liliane Alce, Pinchina Alce, Jumadele Alce, Glrita Alce, Carole Alce, Estacia Louis and Ashley Louis; mother-in-law: Felicia Ludy Blanc; brothers-in-law: Charlemond Louis and Wilfred Louis; sisters-in-Law: Claudette Louis, Acela Alexis, Financia Louis, Luciana Louis, Natividad Louis, Lucienne Louis, Margrielle Louis; friends: Luchea Munroe, Byron Miller and family, Lionel Laverity Jr. and family, Keneesha Timothy, Shaunalee Foster; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention
May His Soul Rest In Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 13th September 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 14th September 2024 from 9:30 a.m. until service time
Funeral Service For
Ivan Leroy Strachan Jr., 54
a resident of Murphy Town, Abaco, Bahamas who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, August 17th, 2024 will be held 10:00am on Saturday, September 14th, 2024 at Transformation Ministries Dignity Gardens. Rev. Lancaster Rolle assisted by Rev. Joel Johnson and Rev. Edris Bowe will ofrfciate. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads.
Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife: Tameka Strachan; children: Ivan Strachan Jr., Keiarj Strachan, Alvin Strachan, Ervin Strachan & Tameko Strachan, Keiarah Strachan, Iesha Milfrd & Tamara Strachan; grandchildren: Amari Milfrid, Aryanna Denor & Ivan Strachan; mother: Lillis Stuart; grandmother: Mae Symonette; sisters: Patricia Rolle & Min. Patrece Dean-Ferguson; brothers: Branado Wright, Jameico Stuart, Sandokan Stuart & Vernon Forbes; aunts: Naomi Taylor, Claudette Barrett, Judith Sutherland, Judymae Hamilton, Anna Lloyd, Marsha Delancy, Della & Theresa Moncur, Olive Rahming & Lottie Celestine; uncles: Robert & Stephen Moncur, Rodney Lloyd, Edward Hamilton, Noel Sutherland, Wayde Delancy, John Barrett, Mark Celestine & Egland Rahming; nieces: Shanique & Tashara Rolle, Jonique & Amber Ferguson, Sgt. Breanna Stuart, Sirneka Stuart & Marvette Ferguson; nephews: Camron Ferguson, Rashad Burrows, Sandokan Stuart & Joe Stuart; motherin-law: Annamarie Reid (of New York); sister-in-law: Kennilia Reid (of New York City); brother-in-law: Thomas Rolle; sons-in-law: Junior Milfrd & Antonio Denor; daughter-in-law: Kristi Nixon; grand nieces: Jameka ‘Bella” McPhee, Rashae “Shay” Burrows & Aniya Paul & Samya Barrow; step sisters: Jenniemae Stuart; step brother: Fabian Stuart; cousins: Micheal & Sean Larrimore, Keisha Hepburn, Cheryl Rahming, Sylivia Major, Nicola, Kenneth and Terrance Rahming, Rose Symonette, Veronica McIntosh, Rev. Howard Symonette, Ronald Ellis, Edward Ellis Jr., Samuel Ellis, Marie Kemp, Christine Ellis, Garth Moncur Sr., Garth Moncur Jr., Andrenique Strachan, Stephano, Mario, Kishi, Kiara Kianna, Jayden, Nia, Moe Kikivarakis, Juan & Gizelle Fisher, Shamija Jackson, Rhondy and Rhonette Lloyd, Stevette, Robert Jr. and Regene Moncur, Bethany and Ashby Hamilton, Qutelle Ferguson, Jamal Sutherland, Wayde Delancy Jr., Stacy Jones & Family. Velanique Bain, Donnie & Italia Symonette & Family, Patty Storr & Family, Valeria, Alfred, Mavis, Jane, Keith & Brent Family (Ingraham’s), Scottie & Sherrie, Cecile Dorsette & Family; and a host of other relatives including: Daron Tayor, Emerson Wright, Sharon Strachan, Althea Hanna, Gregory Taylor, Daniel McPherson, Markey Taylor, Judy Simon & family, Henrietta McKenzie & family, Junita Romer & Family, Coramae Ferguson & Family, Lerlene Brown & Family, Sandra Clarke, Glen, Rodger, Bradley Brown, Brendalee Brown & Family, Anthony Greene & Family, Kirkwood Sweeting & Family, Basil Saunders & Family, Stanford Sweeting, Perry Sweeting, Jackie Rolle & Family, Nicola Edgecombe, Geno & Patrick Edgecombe, Deidre Williams & Family, Donna Patton, Deloris Gardiner, Edna Munnings, Angela Rolle & Family, Sherman, Calvin, Timothy, Arlington Hart & Family, Audrey Taylor, Mazalee Knowles, Paula Mckenzie, Marsha McKenzie, Carey McKenzie Jr. Philyis Kelly & Family, Denise Clarke, Rosalee Wright & Family, EnnamaeWright. The Children of the Late Caiaphas & Cleveland McKenzie, The Children of the Late Francis Taylor, and The entire Davis, Wright & McKenzies families of Rolleville Exuma & Barretterie Exuma, Octavius Stuart & family, Rubin Stuart & Family and The Murphy Town Community; special thanks: Chirlinn Rolle & Family, Min. Alda Williams, Min. Naquel Brown, Nettica Culmer-Daxon, Nikita Woodside, Darlene Maycock, Members of Salem Baptist Church, Transformation Ministries & COGOP Healing & Deliverance Ministries Wulff Road, Lawrence Hepburn, Selwyn Ferguson, Dave Major, Rev. Trevor Moss. Gregory Burrows & the Special Projects Team at OPM, the Neurologist Team headed by Dr. Burrows, Dr. Dorsette, the Nurses and the staff of Med/Surg West at PMH.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, INDEPENDENCE DRIVE Friday from 11:00-6:30 p.m. and at the church Saturday from 9:00 a. m. to service time.
Funeral Service For
Ms. Dena Elizabeth Williams, 54
a resident of Gamble Heights, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at First Baptist Church, Market Street, New Providence, The Bahamas on Saturday, 14th September, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Rev. Dr. Diana E. Francis assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road.
She was pre-deceased by her father: Samuel Williams; mother: Leola Barr; nephew: Kevin Nigel Andrews Jr.
She is survived by her sister: Theresa Maria Andrews; brothers: Arlington (JoAnn) Barr, Prophet Rodger (Pastor Rose) Williams, and Gary (Michelen) Williams; uncles: Dr. Willard (Irene) Barr and Evander Freeman (Toya) Barr; aunts: Paula (Altomont) Robinson, Lizrene Pinder, Leotha Barr, Pauline Rolle, Maxine Miller and Edith Lockhart; nephews: Aldon Barr, Tereko, Shorn, Keavon, Kishorn and Gary Williams; nieces: Garaneish, Gareisha, Garbriella, Garanique and Stevenett Anderson; cousins: Rachel, Shandria, Mario, Emrald, Margaret Thompson, Carmen, Charlene, Kenneth, Latoya, Natasha, Cory, Nick and Margaret McPhee; numerous grandnieces, nephews and godchildren; other relatives and friends: Michelle Grant, Marilyn Miller, Joy, Natasha Miller, Psalmist Monique Curry Bethel, Janice Sears, First Baptist Church
family, The Hon. Glenys Hanna – Martin, the staff of Ministry of Education, Technical and Vocational Training, especially the Security Division, Fresh Fire Family, First and Second Street family, Gamble Heights family, the Stubbs family, the King family, the Carew family and a number of other friends and family to numerous to mention.
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
Death Notice For Mr. Brendon Adderley, 21
a resident of Dean Street, off Nassau Street, The Bahamas, died on Thursday, 25th July, 2024 at Princess Margaret Hospital.
Left to cherish his memories are his son: Brenshanton Tashaon Adderley; father: Thor Alexander Adderley Sr.; aunt/mother: Kenya Saunders; brother: Thorn Alexander Adderley; sister: Thornicka Alexandra Adderley; and a host of other relatives and friends.
May His Soul Rest in Eternal Peace! Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices of Gems
Eddie Hugh Miller, 40
died on Thursday, September 05, 2024.
Radiance of this “Sapphire of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of his:
Wife: Thereca Miller; One Son: Ethan Miller; One Daughter: Eden Miller; Two Brothers: Lathario Miller and Teko “J.B” Bannister; One Sister: Deneisha Brice; Numerous: Nephews, Nieces, Uncles and Aunts; Father-in-law: Tyrone Hepburn; Mother-in-law: Theresa Hepburn; Other Loving Family and Friends.
Celebration of A Gem Service, will be announced when completed. Check our website for updates.
Verius Blanc, 57
of Boatswain Hill East, off Carmichael Road and formerly of La Tortue Haiti completed his earthly work at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.
The Radiance of this “Bloodstone of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of his:
Common-law Wife: Leone Edouard; One Son: Verilien Blanc; One Daughter: Leonie Edouard; One Granddaughter: Miracle Louissaint; Two Brothers: Lorius Blanc and Kalbonel Loriston; Two Sisters: Vilia Ford, Melogiese Blanc; Numerous: Nephews and Nieces other loving family and friends.
Celebration of A Gem Service, will be announced when completed. Check our website for updates.
Death Notice of A Gem
Sergo Alvinski Morris, 47
of McCartney Lane, off Wulff Road completed his earthly walk of this life, at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, September 05, 2024.
Sergo is preceded in death by his: Grand Father: Albert John Brice; Grand Mother: Helen Mae Davis-Brice; The Radiance of this “Sapphire of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of his:
Father: Othniel Morris; Mother: Louise Morris; Three Brothers: Isadore (Kendalyn), Alverro (Annettte) and Roberto Morris;
Three Sisters: Olympia Evans (Leroy), Tanique Johnson (Perrino) and Jessica Morris; Four Nephews: Tico Lightbourne, Chritopher Rolle Jr., Travaughn Johnson and Kaden Evans; Seven Nieces: Teneil Darling (Jeffery), Sanchez Thompson, Gabrielle Rolle, Varrnae Louis, Trenae, Tayvia and Verrinique Morris; Uncles: John Forbes (Yvette), Albert (Merlene) and Clarence Brice (Brice) and Henry Morris;
Six Aunts: Laura Glinton, Julia Lysaith, Mary Turner (Ricardo), Deborah Taylor (Rudolph), Idell Hepburn (Willard) and Emmaline Adderley; Numerous: Cousins; Grandaunt: Genesta Adderley; Loving Family and Friends Including: Leslie Philips, Trevor, Renardo, Rolland, Alex, Bobby, Timothy, Gucci, Rudolph, Kimberly, Tiffany, Terrance, Pastor Derek Feaste, Abduly, Dorothy Bethel, Shirley Micklewhyte, Van, Judith, Mede, Falcon, Maxwell, Ken, Rosalie Deveaux, Omar Lightbourne, William and Tiffany Pilcher, Rosemary Glinton and their families, The Wilson Track and McCartney Lane families.
Celebration of A Gem Service, will be announced when completed. Check our website for updates
Memorial Service For Mr. John Alfred Brown, 77
will be held on Sunday, 15th September, 2024, 1:00pm at New Providence Seventh Day Adventist Church, Soldier Road. Officiating will be Pastor Waldo Casildo Bennett. Cremation was held.
He is survived by his wife: Maureen Brown; children: Gary Alfred Brown, Maurice, Maria Brown; adopted daughter: Sophia Nabby; he was blessed to see his grandchildren 8 in total: Daniel Brown, Trevor and Tianna Nabby, Maurice Brown Jr. and Gracy Brown; great great granddaughter: Arianna Brown and other relatives and friends.
He was a loving and caring father and a good friend to many hard working, kind hearted to all that cross his path. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Funeral Service for MARCIA ROSE RAHMING-DATUS, 27
Of Nassau Village, Nassau, Bahamas, will be held on Saturday September 14th, 2024, at 11:00a.m. at Mission Through Faith Church of God, Soldier Road, Nassau, Bahamas. The officiant is Rev. Samuel Williams, Assisted by Rev. Solomon Falusi and Rev. Jenniemae Symonette. Cremation will follow.
She is predeceased by her parents: Mark Rahming and Michelle Farrington.
Marcia Rahming Datus is survived by her Loving husband of 6 years: Justin Datus; Stepmother: Shacara Rahming; Son: Jahiem Johnson; Stepson: Stanley Datus; Sister: Shade Rahming, Cordiah Rolle and Alicia Lowe; Brothers: Mark and Shamarr Rahming, Arlington and Ardington Lowe and Kirkwood Darville Aunts: Jessiemae and Daphne Rahming, Helen Rahming-Davis, Vernice Farrington Hanae, Shane, Sylvia, Sophia, Stephanie, Sharmaine, Sherry, Raquel, Sandra, Shellina, Ednika, Ederah, and Phylicia; Uncles: Harold, Danny, Vincent, Prince, Matthew, Samuel Rahming, Lynden (Asthoreta) Parrington, Shelton, Steve, Stanley, Theodore and Edison; Grandmothers: Sonia Wilmore and Emily Ferguson. Numerous, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and other Relatives and Friends including The Nassau Village Family, #15 Bus Family, Amethyst Family, Sharon and Bishop Nairn, from The New Unity Fellowship Ministry, Teresa & Family, and Mae Johnson & Family, Doc’s Pharmacy & Family.
May Her Soul Rest in Peace!
Please forgive us if we inadvertently excluded your name. We thank everyone for your prayers and support during this time.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects in the “Delsworth Curry Suite” at Amethyst Memorial, #534 East Street South (opposite Fresh Auto Car Lot) on Friday, September 13th, 2024, from 11:00a.m to 6:00p.m.
Death Notice for
GEORGINA CULMER, 63
of East Street South, Nassau, Bahamas, passed away at Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, September 5th, 2024.
She is pre-deceased by her parents: Leona and George Paul.
She is survived by her Sons: Renaldo Culmer, Carl Sr., Culmer; Daughters: Lila, Verlina, Nadia, Sandy Maycock; Sisters: Westina Bernard of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Patricia Moss-Culmer, Chaquell Smith; Brother: Jerome, George, Sam Williams; Granddaughters: Jada. Acacia, Antoinay, Tanae,Vallesha, Alair; Grandsons: Dillion, Carl Jr., Elijah, Emani, Nehemiah, Ivan Moss; Son-in-law: Carlington Ellis, Alvarez Ferguson Sr., Stephen Bullard; and a host of other relatives and friends
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Sean D. Pratt-L.F.D&E C.E.O
Funeral Service For
Joe Reuben Minnis, 60
a resident of Knowles Drive, Tonique Darling Highway, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, 2:00pm at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Theodore Lane. Offciating will be Brother Zendal Rahming. Cremation will follow.
He is survived by his wife: Schnell Minnis; children: Ovando Forbes (Ashley Forbes), Shannon and Joel Minnis; grandchildren: Ovando Jr. and Omari Forbes; brothers: Raymond and Alfred McKenzie and Roston Newton; sisters: Vernita Morley and Willamae McKenzie; aunt: Merlene Gilbert; brothers-in-law: Gregory Morley and Calvin Higgs; sisters-in-law: Helena Minns, Cordianne Higgs and Lytomah Newton; nieces: Sheneka McKenzie, Nakisha Smith, Ava, Deborah and Jane Minns, Linda Morley and Shaniqua HiggsBodie (Dexter Bodie); nephews: Jason McKenzie, Gregory Morley, Enoch Adderley, Devon Butler and Calvin Higgs Jr. (Charkita Higgs); cousins: Eleanor Edgecombe, Angela Gaitor, Christine Young, Robert, Joseph, Michael, Wendal, Princess, Berthalee and Vernese Gilbert, Madelyn Darling, Rosemary and Harriet Johnson, Leslie and Joann Dean, Alice Smith, Freda and Monique Moss, Carolyn Dorsette, Sharon Rolle, Joycelyn Hepburn, Betsy Rolle, Maxine Curling, Diann Minnis, Agnes Ferguson, Anthony Johnson, Wilbert Dean, Andrew, Anthony and Kevin Pennerman, Jeffrey, Terry, Michael and Roy Moss, Arthur and Freddie Minns, Daniel, Patrick, Matthew and Andy Wilson, Shakera Longley,
Christine and Anthony Fowler, Brigitte Griffn, Jennis Thompson (Anthony) and Mealine Duncombe (Calvin). Also left to mourn Joe is a host of other relatives and friends including: Arabella Johnson and family, the Higgs family from Sea Grape, Grand Bahama, Herman Coston and family, Zhen Rahming and family, Bannerman Campbell and family, Judy Miller and family, Jan Gomez and family, Alvin Jack and family, Estelle Hepburn, Val Lightbourne, Hartley Forbes and family, Betty Rolle and family and the entire Harold Road congregation, whose expressions of love and support have meant so much to Joe over the years.
Family and friends may pay their last respects at Heritage Memorial Mortuary #20 Claridge Road on Friday from 10:00am until 4:00pm and at the Church on Saturday from 1:00pm until service time.
Death
Notice For Minister Sharuane Lockhart-Hall, 58
a resident of Price Street, Nassau Village, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, September 6th, 2024.
She is survived by her husband: Barry Hall; one daughter: Dian Williamson; mother: Paula Lockhart; father: Fenton Moncur; brothers: Mario, Shawn, Kendrick and Shane; sisters: Michelle and Wilma; grandchildren: Kayden and Emma; aunts and uncles, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Death Notice For
Evelyn Jennifer Symonette, 64
of 102 Hampshire Street, Cable Beach, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Wemyss Bight, Eleuthera, Bahamas died the Saturday, 7th September, 2024 at the Princess Margeret Hospital.
Cherished memories are held by her husband: Wellington Symonette; daughters: Jenna, Jamie and Jessica Symonette; grandson: Aydan Wallace; sisters: Theolinda Laing, Patrice Thompson, Louise Coleby and Judy Cartwright; brothers: Leroy, Roscoe and McArthur Thompson; aunts: Sally Hutchinson, Audrey Lyttle and Gladys Seymour; uncle: Robert Taylor, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements to be announced at a later date.
POPE TRAVELS FROM ONE OF THE WORLD’S POOREST COUNTRIES TO ONE OF THE RICHEST: SINGAPORE
SINGAPORE
Associated Press
POPE Francis flew to Singapore on Wednesday for the final leg of his trip through Asia, arriving in one of the world's richest countries from one of its poorest after a recordsetting final Mass in East Timor.
After a brief farewell ceremony, Francis, the Vatican delegation and journalists traveling with him flew to Singapore aboard local carrier Aero Dili's only aircraft, an Airbus A320. It landed about three hours later in Singapore, where Francis had no public events scheduled for the rest of the day.
Francis wrapped up his visit to East Timor with a rally Wednesday morning of its young people, who make up the majority of the 1.3 million population. He urged them to work together to build their young country, using the foundations of older generations who formally secured their independence from Indonesia in 2002, to grow in peace, prosperity and reconciliation.
"Go forward with the happiness of youth, but don't forget one thing," Francis told them. "You are the heirs of those
who persevered in founding this nation. For this, don't lose your memory, the memory of those who persevered with so much sacrifice to consolidate this nation."
The 87-year-old pope, who is on the longest and farthest trip of his pontificate, ditched his prepared remarks to speak off the cuff in his native Spanish, as he often does when he's around young people.
The joyous encounter came just hours after around 600,000 people — or nearly half the population — packed a seaside park for Francis' Mass.
It was held on the same field where St John Paul II prayed 35 years ago, when East Timor was under brutally oppressive Indonesian rule.
Francis came to East Timor, also known as Timor-Leste, to encourage it more than two decades after it secured independence as it struggles with poverty and high unemployment.
In his final remarks at the end of the liturgy, Francis warned the Timorese today to beware of the "crocodiles" who come ashore and "want to change your culture, your history."
It was an apparent reference both to East Timor's past, as a colonial
possession of first Portugal and then Indonesia, but also its current attractiveness to international commercial interests eager to develop its natural gas reserves.
The oil and gas industry is the bedrock of the Timorese economy and the main source of government revenue. Development of the promising offshore Greater Sunrise gas field, shared between Australia and East Timor, has been stalled for more than two decades — mainly over the question of which country the fuel should be piped to.
Timorese officials believe that piping gas into their country would deliver more benefits for their people despite the added logistical challenges. In an interview last week, President Jose Ramos-Horta said any alternative would have to be "a very persuasive proposal".
Francis, who is from Argentina and is history's first Latin American pope, has long railed against multinational companies that exploit poor countries for their natural resources for their own benefit without taking care to adequately compensate the local population or care for the environment.
Prayers of protection
By ALESHA CADET Tribune Features Reporter acadet@tribunemedia.net
As Bahamian children have returned to classrooms across the islandsparents, guardians, and communities are embracing a long-standing tradition that is prayer.
In the face of a new academic year filled with opportunities, challenges, and uncertainties, Bahamians are lifting their voices in prayer, asking for guidance, protection, and success for their children.
From early morning prayers before the school bell rings to heartfelt petitions in the evening, many locals view prayer
as an essential practice to keep children grounded and supported throughout their educational journey.
Tribune Religion spoke to a number of persons who shared their thoughts on the importance of prayer for a new back-to-school year.
As a mother, Phillipa Butler said she believes prayer is most
definitly the foundation that helps her children navigate through the school year.
“I pray every day for their protection, wisdom, and focus. They don't even know how much of their life journey has to do with me being on my knees praying for my babies. There are so many challenges they face, but I trust that God’s guidance will help them make the right decisions, stay safe, and grow not just academically, but spiritually as well. It’s my way of covering them when I can’t be there physically,” said Phillipa.
One woman, Crystal Cooper, said she is prayerful that her son keeps his focus, because last year he was a bit distracted.
“He didn’t have a very good semester last year. So my prayer
for him this year is that he has a better level of focus, a spirit of comrade with his classmates because there were a lot of issues with that. I want him to become more of a leader and take more initiative with his school work, be able to balance his school work as well as sports because he is very athletic. So my overall prayer is for him to just have a better transition into the 5th grade this year,” said Crystal.
Another parent, Michelle Bain, said her goal is to always keep her children covered in prayer at all times, especially during school terms.
“Whether we want to believe it, our babies are stressed out and have a lot on their minds. They have to deal with bullies
and homework and the pressure of doing well. Some of these kids, you have no idea what drama they have in their house, before they even reach the school gate,” said Michelle.
She said with her son now being at the age of 14, she reflected on a recent shooting held in Georgia where a 14-yearold tragically killed two students and two teachers. Michelle said when she think about her child being of the same age, it makes her terribly sad to think what in his life can possibly change to make him end up that way.
“I pray for health and strength and focus for my kids, I pray that their school environment is a place to have fun and learn, and that they have a successful year,” said Michelle.
Lyrics and Bars Fest returns
By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer jgibson@tribunemedia.net
THIS month will see the return of the Lyrics and Bars Festival that will be a celebration of faith through music in a new and dynamic way.
Edgy Management Bahamas and Emerge Youth Church are collaboration for the all-white event held under the theme "The King: Jesus".
The highly anticipated AllWhite Party will take place on September 27 at 7pm at Bahamas Faith Ministries (BFM).
After a successful inaugural launch last year, the festival returns with an even bigger lineup of talented Bahamian gospel rappers and hip-hop artists, including Eman, Bazza, DJ Godson, Chaz (Chosen Soldiers), Mr Blaxx, Young
WYSTM, Rico, Nish, Lady V, and many more, who will bring their passion for Christ through powerful performances.
Event coordinator Travis Edgecombe expressed his excitement for this year's festival.
“After a successful inaugural launch last year, we’re returning bigger and better in 2024. The partnership with Emerge Youth Church and Edgy Management has been key in pushing the boundaries of creative worship, and we can’t wait to share
this amazing experience with everyone.”
Travis has in times brought a number of unique events that appeal to young people. He said this event is important in keeping young people engaged.
“Keeping young people engaged in the things of God is absolutely crucial for the growth and sustainability of the church. They are the next generation of leaders, and their active involvement ensures that the message of Christ remains relevant and vibrant.”
Mr Edgecombe said many young people are experiencing their own battles, and need a safe to express and receive help.
“Young people face countless distractions and challenges in today's world, so it’s important to provide them with opportunities to connect with their faith in meaningful ways through unique events, creative expressions like music and
arts, and authentic mentorship. These engagements not only strengthen their relationship with God but also equip them to impact others. When young people feel valued and empowered in their faith, they are more likely to stay grounded in their walk with Christ and inspire those around them,” he said.
Travis said he believes the event will have a a great impact as lives will be touched and changed.
“It always warms my heart at the end of an event and a charge is given, conviction begins to take place and a group of young people steps forward to make that bold decision to surrender their lives to Christ. Every rapper has a message or a story to tell and by that I pray it changes their lives instantly.
That's the impact I would like to see.”
This event provides an opportunity for youth groups and
individuals to come together in an evening of uplifting music, celebration, and unity.
Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in all white.
“Last year, seven teens gave their lives to Christ during the event, and this year, the goal is to reach even more. The primary focus of Lyrics and Bars Fest is to provide a space where the gospel of Jesus Christ can be shared in a relevant and impactful way, resonating with the youth through music they love. Parents are strongly encouraged to send their teens to this event, as it offers not just an exciting evening of entertainment, but also an opportunity for spiritual growth and life-changing experiences. Don't miss out on this life-changing night where music and ministry collide to glorify the King.”
For more information, contact edgymanagementbahamas@ gmail.com.
BAZZA BRIEON CHAZ (CHOSEN SOLDIERS)
DJ GODSON EMAN
MR. BLAXX NEJA NISH