12222022 OBITUARIES

Funeral Service For Marilyn Theresa Gardiner, 88

a resident of #29 Buttonwood Drive, Imperial Park will be held at 9:45am on Wednesday, December 28th, 2022 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Madeira Street. Officiating will be Monsignor Simeon Roberts, assisted by Monsignor Alfred Culmer and Fr. Junior Calixte. Interment will follow in St. Augustine’s Monastery Cemetery.

The precious memories of Marilyn will linger in the hearts of her one and only daughter: Tania Theresa Bethel-White; son-in-law: Rodney White; sibling: Vernie Mckenzie; grandchildren: Ryan Decosta & Tevin Thomas White; nieces & nephews: Sophia S. Moss, Charles & Marcia Anton and Crystal McKenzie; grand nieces and nephews: Aleia Collymore, Alton Rolle, Anthonese, Mariska Charles Jr. Anthon; Malique Francis; god children: Dr. Sythela CambridgeDeGregory, Robyn Sealy and Indira Thompson; cousins: Alice Newton and family, Geraldine Middlebrooke (of Pompano, Florida) and family, Lillian Rolle and family, Hynah Major and family and Ruth Hamilton and family; and a host of beloved relatives and friends including: Mr. and Mrs. Errol Bethel, Mrs. Erva Hall and family, Laketah Charlton and family, Mr. and Mrs. Wellington Charlton and family, Caroline Major and family, Mrs. Dorethy Huyler and family,

Mr. Lenward Lopez and family, Sir and Lady Franklyn Wilson and family, Brenda Ferguson and family, Mrs. Rose Richards and family, Monsignor Culmer, Monsignor Simeon Roberts, The Right Hon. Perry G. Christie and family, Mrs. Paula Hanna Miller and family, Mrs. Camille Johnson and family, Ms. Ethel McPhee, Mrs. Beverley Taylor, the Benoit family,Ms. Christine Burrows and family, Ms. Christine Baker and family, Mrs. Florinda Adderley and family, Mrs. Sheila Wilson and family, Ms. Linda Gomez, Ms. Florence Pedican and family, Vernice Heastie and family, Rhea Treco and family, Eunice Gibson-Hanna, Janice Pritchard, Jessica Campbell, Harry Sands, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Stubbs, Sheila Seymour, Elsada Butler, Carverson and Louise Williams and family, Mrs. Olive Lundy and family, Louise Dorsett and family, Pamela Lightbourne and family, Doris Wood and family, Rholanda Taylor and family, Greg Charlton, The Bullard Family, John Rolle and family from Hartswell Exuma, Carl and Annette White of Martinsville Virginia, Tammy and Samson Harvey of Lynchburg Virginia , Regina and Freddy Harris of Lynchburg Virginia, Rosemary McCartney and family, Mrs. Pauline Dean and family, Mrs. Barbra White and Family of Chatham Virginia, Decosta, David, Dezelle, Donita and Neville Jr. Bethel and the Bethel Family of Nassau Street, Ruby Knowles and family, Sheila Butterfield, Edward and Beverley Deveaux, Ms. Brenda Martin, Norma Taylor and family, Tonya Adderley, Mrs. Beverly Smith and family, Jill Smith and family, Mr. and Mrs. Kingman Ingraham, Nicole Culmer and family, Anncenette McCartney, Dianna Braswell of Biloxi Alabama, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. David Braswell of Fredericksburg Virginia, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Ross of Stafford Virginia, Tonya McCartney, Mr. and Mrs. Keith Silverman of Danville Virginia, Mrs. Brenda Knowles and family, Mr. and Mrs. Rupert Gardiner and family, Ingrid Storr, Dr. Lockey Munroe, Mr. and Mrs. Justin Roberts, The Christie’s of Imperial Park, Mr. and Mrs. Tim Munnings, Natasha Nougez, Father David Cooper, Jacinetha Charlton, Nalani Bethel and family, Sadie Moss and family, The Retirement Community of Imperial Park, The Members of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, the staff of the Bahamas Auditor Generals Office and the staff of Pat’s Senior Citizen’s Home; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

There will be NO VIEWING at the Church.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd, Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Tuesday from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Death Notices for Anthony Brendley Lowe, 70

Vernard Glen Brown, 18

Linda Major Gayle, 77

A resident of Fowler Street, off Market Street, died at his residence on Thursday, 15th December, 2022.

Left to cherish his memories are his, Loving Wife: Mildred Strachan Lowe; 4 Sons: Osborne, Don, Branson, and Hujay Lowe; 5 Daughters: Denise, Sindyann, Tabatha, Laverne and Verlean Lowe; Twenty-two Grandchildren, Nine Great Grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

A resident of Rupert Dean Lane, died at Perpall Track on Friday, 9th December, 2022.

Left to cherish his memories are his, Father: Vernal Brown; Sisters: Junann, Vernell Brown & Tamika Smith; Brothers: Vernal Brown, Deangelo Smith, Marco Charlton, Vandyke, Freeman & Vericko Brown; Aunts: Shandy Smith, Sherise, Donna, Brendamae & Kencina; Uncles: Mark, Pedro, France, Kelsi Smith & Freeman Rolle, Creg & Wendall Brown & Ricardo; Nieces: Junaer St. Louis, Lauren & Ella Charlton & Sarah Smith; Nephews: Farrell St. Louis, Marco Jr. Charlton, Deangelo Jr. Kayden & Tayten Smith; and a host of other Relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by Sunset Mortuary & Crematorium, Montrose Avenue.

A Resident of #15 Crew Street, died at her residence on Wednesday, 14th December, 2022.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by Sunset Mortuary & Crematorium, Montrose Avenue.

Funeral Services For Cledillon

Louissaint,

70

Fizanne Edmond, 43

a resident of Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Saint Louis du Nord, Haiti who died peacefully at his residence on Friday, November 25th, 2022. Funeral service will be held at Ebenezer Haitian Baptist Church, Bacardi Road at 1:00pm on Saturday, 24th December, 2022. Officiating will be by Pastor Laurent. H Papouloute assisted by others ministries of the Gospel. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn Cemetery.

Left to cherish his memories are his son: Cledillion Toussaint, Emmanuel Frederick; daughter: Cledilia Toussaint, Selinette toussaint, Scherline Toussaint, Ferline Toussaint Stephanie Frederique, Benitha Frederick; grandchild: Pradsen Baptist, Cledvadine Baptist, Colwes Biene, Sonley Toussaint, Fridley Toussaint, Jakob Toussaint, Jennifer Joseph, Keïcha Saintil, Teï Toussaint, Andrea Toussaint, Eneldina Toussaint, Lorina Toussaint, Denise Charles, Mark Toussaint, Charvenica Toussaint, Chacha Toussaint, Escarne Toussaint; and other relatives and friends: Important Toussaint, Seralise Toussaint, Johny Toussaint, Louisimaine Toussaint, Francheler Toussaint, Anniase Toussaint, Merla Louis, Bernadette Baptiste, Michelet Baptiste, Tifiyette Toussaint, Mathilia Jean, Titante Jean, Betty Charles, Zelie Jean; aunts: Lamerci Toussaint, Gracesse Baptiste; special friend: Charitable Jeans; and others too numerous to mention.

The family wishes to apologize if they have erroneously failed to mention your name, please bear with us. We are indeed grateful and appreciative for all your kindness and prayer offered during our time of bereavement

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd, Mount Royal Avenue & #19 Kenwood Street on Friday, 23rd December, 2022 at 11:00a.m to 6:00 pm

a resident of Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas who died peacefully at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, October 16th, 2022. Funeral service will be held at Ebenezer Haitian Baptist Church, New Providence, Bahamas at 10:00am on Saturday, December 24th, 2022. Officiating will be Pastor Laurent H. Papouloute assisted by others ministries of the Gospel. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen Road & Spikenard Roads.

Fond and lasting memories are held by her child: Steffi-Gabriella Louis; brothers and sisters: Ednor Edmond, Charlie Edmond, Ferisne Edmond, Fenousse Edmond, Felicier Edmond, Ledna Edmond, Islene Edmond, Renard Edmond, Fedeline Edmond; and other relatives and friends: Brendalie Edmond, Delicerne Edmond, Marvensky Delinors, Lougina Edmond, Celavy Orelien, Jn-Mckenzy Orelien, Cenoudieu Orelien, Vilna Trevil, Izaire Amilcar, Naesha Edmond, Edgardo Edmond, Brinel Marcelin Mme Delamour Edmond, Ti Carline Amilcar, Ti Mamoune Thervil, Sherline Edmond, Florence Edmond; and others too numerous to mention.

The family wishes to apologize if they have erroneously failed to mention your name, please bear with us. We are indeed grateful and appreciative for all your kindness and prayer offered during our time of bereavement.

Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd, Mount Royal Avenue & #19 Kenwood Street on Friday, December 23rd, 2022 11:00 am from 6:00pm.

Funeral Service for

Sargent 163 Bridget Geneva Gibson, 76

Of Saxon’s Way Golden Gate #2, Nassau, Bahamas, will be held on Thursday, December 22nd, 2022, at 11:00a.m. at Voice of Deliverance, Winders Terrace, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be Chief Apostle Leon Wallace, Assisted by Bishop Carl Curry. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, Nassau, Bahamas.

Bridget Gibson’s memory will forever be cherished by her, husband of 53 years: Arthel Gibson; Children: Sharon Turnquest and Dr. Ingrid Gibson-Mobley; Grand Daughters: Ericka and Danielle Turnquest, Jennise Mobley; Grand Son: Jerry Mobley II; Sisters: Eloise Nixon, Winnifred Clarke, Marion Pinder & Rena McKenzie; Brothers: Errol Pinder; Adopted Son: Dwayne Cash; Aunts: Myrtis Nixon & Geneva Pinder; Uncle: George Pinder; Sisters-InLaw: Rev. Thelcene Simms; Sheila Johnson & Velma Ferguson, Curlean Gibson; Brothers-In-Law: Rev. Jonathan Simms, Leonard Johnson and Anthony McKenzie; God Children: Superintendent Michael Thurston; Nieces and Nephews: Sheaddy & Elizabeth Nixon, Sheria Dorsett, Sherene Pinder, Ncolette Bethel, Rev. George & Constance Clarke, Dwight Clarke, Clint & Abby Clarke, Bridgette Clarke, Suzette McKenzie, Jamal McKenzie, Latara & Latera Pinder, Rena & Terrel McKenzie, Joshua Wallac, Maria Pinder-Rolle, Evangelist Janette & Wentwood Gibson, Veronique Nixon-Johnson, Shearwood, Sareno & Shearo Nixon, Feneisha Khadisha & Jerard Harris, Brianna Dorsette, Chakara Pinder, Quentin & Quindon Bethel, Katianna Bethel, Lindsey & Cordero Clarke, Adricka Williamson, Shantia Nabbie, Melissa, Denice, Deno & Dwight Clarke, Jr. Arianna, Amira & Waldaisha Clarke, Clint Clarke Jr, & Garret Clarke Jr. Brenique & Isaiah Johnson,

Sekari & Lavonnya Nixon, Trinity McKenzie, Kelson, Dwayanya & Dwayne Pinder, Terrence Pinder, Valentino & Tamara McKenzie, Anthonique & Rayvaughn Pinder, Trevesha, Trelicia and Treia Rolle, Jamari, Grace & Wendia Gibson, Herbert & Gwen, Robert & Patricia, Clifford & Claudia, Vincent Jr. & Wendy, Sylvia, Drucilla, Edna, Eunice, Oscar & Walter Gibson, Rose & Lonnie Scott, Hillard & Rose, Ralph & Jasmine, Rudolph & Marsha, Timothy & Sophia, Anthony and Marion Walker, Pastor Ruthlee Saunders, Delworth & Zener, Albon & Sherrell, Jane and John Gibson Jr, Arlean Horton, Janet & Rev. Jerome Johnson, Michelle & Dwayne Swaby, Mark and Eleni Gibson and Patrice Armbrister, Bishop Ghaly & Min. Angela Swann, Eric Jr. & Lynn, Hon. D. Shane & Minister Jacqueline Gibson, Yvonne GibsonSands, Ann & Arturo Hutchinson, Bishop Trevor & Minister Sharon Williamson, Michael & Julie Hooper, Janine Gibson, Donald Smith & Dr. Theresa Adderley-Smith, Rev. Nicholas & Carolyn Hepburn, Brice & Asher Anderson, Kayla & Carton Allen, Patricia & Bertram Simms, Pastor Kenneth & Bernadette Adderley, Min. Carlton & Daphne Adderley, Beverly Bethel, Alson & Michelle Ferguson, Jean, Kendal & Sindair, and Randy Johnson, Donald, Christopher & Elisa Michael & Felicia, Reginald, Lynn, and Melony Thurston, Glen & Vernell Nottage, Daniel & Sandra Miller, Leah Mather, Atwell & Karen, Preston & Nijana, Donald & Ronnet and Shawn Ferguson, Cheryl & Michael, Donnell & Pastor Ivan Carey, Dario & Gina Rolle, Solomon Williams, David & Daniel Bain, Charles & Shantionill, Reverend Eric (Keisha) and Rev. Philip Readon, Hubert Jr., Steven & Lynn, Shirley, Terry, Monique, and Frank Gibson, Conville & Virginia, Conville Jr., Wilber & Kimberly, Deleveaux, Essel Struill, Dale & Lanita Strachan, Mabel Strachan, Patrick & Adline Rolle, Elton & Robert Ferguson, a host of other relatives and friends including: The entire Community of Mason Bay Acklins, Neighbors of Saxon Way, Golden Gates #2, Eva Moss, Shevon and Donte Lockhart, Crystal, Raquel, Pretina, Nikkia, Devon and Lashayla Gibson, Susan Smith, Gena Sheniqua Rose, Rochelle Stubbs, Cheryl Newman, Apostle Leon Wallace & the Voice of Deliverance Family, Apostle Benjamin & Schevon Smith, The Royal Bahamas Police Force.

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 at Paul Farquharson Police Headquarters on Wednesday, December 21st, 2022, from 11:00a.m to 6:00p.m.

Sean D. Pratt-L.F.D&E C.E.O

Creola Johnson, 81

Death Notices for Theresa

Caroline Saunders, 67

Of Forbes Hill, Exuma, Bahamas, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, December 11th, 2022.

She is survived by her, Children: Josephine Johnson, Preston Johnson (Carlene), Sidney Johnson, Angela Johnson, Larry Johnson (Sandra); Grandchildren: Santeia Major (Chris), Quinton Johnson of Miami, Fl., Aldeon Barr, Israel Johnson & Rashae Johnson; Great grandchildren: Alexandria Maycock, Santasia Maycock, Princess Maycock, Christeia Pratt, Isabella Johnson, Almari Barr, Christopher Pratt II & Jairo & Reyah Johnson of Miami, Fl. & Anthony Stubbs Jr.; Siblings: Carlton Ferguson (deceased) Ikena, Lorana Sears, Cleveland Ferguson, Basil Ferguson, Arnold Ferguson (Shirley); and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Of Lorimers, Middle Caicos, The Turks & Caicos Islands, died in Nassau, The Bahamas on Thursday, 8th December, 2022.

She is survived by her, Sister: Patsy Been-Petty-Bowleg; Brother-in-Law: Arandale Bowleg; Sister-in-Law: Olivia Saunders; 5 Nephews: George, Jermaine, Gerald, Gerrard Petty and Adam Rollins-Saunders; 2 Nieces: Gerrina Cunningham and Jihan Saunders; and a host of other relatives.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Sean D. Pratt-L.F.D&E C.E.O

Death Notice For

Ella Eleanor Rahming, 81

Funeral Service for MILLIS HENRIETTA LOCKHART, 62

of Hill Crest Drive, Seven Hills Estates and formerly of Duncan Town, Ragged Island, will be held at Golden Gates Assembly Ministries, Carmichael Road, on Thursday, December 29th, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. Pastor Trent Davis will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Soldier Road.

a resident of Winton Meadows passed peacefully on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at The Princess Margaret Hospital.

A retired teacher, Ella Rahming is survived by her husband: Prince Rahming; his children: Monique, Prince Jr. (Isabel) and Tanya Rahming; nieces and nephews: Carmelina, Richard (Adrianne), Dr. Locksley (Marjorie), Alaric (Sheila), Blondell, Alan (Vanina) and Carla Munroe; Steve Schurton and Sheldon (Phyllis) and Gail Curling; grand and great grand nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Left to cherish her memories, one (1) Daughter: Latishka LockhartQuallo; one (1) Son-in-law: Clyde Quallo; six (6) Grandchildren: Marvinique Burrows, Marcello Lockhart, Dashante King, Tarnarge Coakley, Khalil Lockhart and Kamari Quell; three (3) Sisters: Ora Woodside, Juliet Cartaya-Ochoa and Ellen Thompson; two (2) Brothers: Fred and Romeo Smith; three (3) Aunts: Irene Lockhart, Mary Lockhart and Alma Wellman; two (2) Uncles: Albert & James Lockhart; Nieces: Mara Lockhart, Pamla and Latoya Woodside, Cyrilee, Valencia, Ellen Thompson, Shakara Maycock, Janique and Janell Wallace, Jaliea Smith, Jaleena Cartaya-Ochoa, Felisha Smith and Shavaughn Simmons; Nephews: Dion, Domonique, Marvin and Angelo Lockhart, Christopher, Bertram, Prince Woodside, Athario Maycock, Cyril Jr. Firnars and Farrell Smith, Fred Jr., Romeo Jr. and Terrell Simmons; And a host of other relatives and friends including: George Robinson Jr., and the Base Road Family, Jaques Carlino & The staff of Blue Sail, Marvin Burrows and Family, Lamar, Nyomi, Derick, Sherique and family Nakeira Dorsette, Tanya Thompson, Marylin McKenzie, The Bastian Family, The Rolle Family, The Jones Family, The Braiders Association, Seven Hills community Ragged Island community, and numerous friends and family too many to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, 36 Rosetta Street, on Wednesday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and on Thursday at the Church from 10:30 a.m. until service time

Funeral Service For

Delores Agnes Cooper, 93

a resident of #3 Sunshine Way will be held at 11:00am on Friday, December 23rd, 2022 at Christ The King Parish Church, Ridgeland Park, West. Officiating will be Archdeacon Dwight H. L. Rolle assisted by Rev. Desiree Johnson, Canon Stephen Davies and Archdeacon G. Kingsley Knowles. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Persons unable to make the service are welcome to watch live via the YouTube link provided https://youtu.be/PGHUwixOkQE.

Delores was predeceased by her husband: Stanley A. Cooper; siblings: Leonard, Elizabeth “Betty”, Lawrence, Eugene, Harry, Brenda and Shirley; nephew: Perry Sr. Delores’s precious memories will forever linger in the hearts of her daughter: Juanita Johnson; granddaughters: Marcia Johnson, Lauren (Duran) Jagdeo; great grandchildren: Laila Jagdeo; children she raised (nieces and nephews): Deanne Cox, Marlene (Gregory) Johnson, David (Debbie) Kemp; Grandchildren: Denise Dieudonne, Stacey (Kim) Knowles, Shantel (McKenzie) Thomas, Francesca Pinder (Rolando), Gerrard and Megan Johnson, David Jr. and Tevin Kemp; great grandchildren: Kiana and Keyron Knowles, Duane Dieudonne, Destiny and Logan Thomas; sister: Vernita Adderley; son-in-law: Marv Johnson; sisters-in-law: Patsy Lyles, Jane Knowles, Mycal Cooper; Evelyn Cooper, Marion Sands; nieces: Shelly Adderley, Karol Missick (Edward), Yvonne Campbell (Dwight), Vernique McCardy (Onyino),Nicole Adderley, Mawanna (Gary) Lewis, Caroline (Roger) Rolle, Tabatha (Ledger) Stuart, Delores and Ethel Adderley, Melita Barr, Deborah Bethel, Theresa Antonio, Jacqueline Hutchinson, Linda (Vernal) Collie, Judith Cooper, Gillian (Morris) Jones, Annischa (Mark) Cook, Patricia Cooper, Astrid (Lynden) Tinker, Moreene Cooper, Patricia Moxey, Mary Thompson, Sharon Cooper, Valerie Storr, Joan Cooper, Kayla (Renaldo) Culmer, Luthera (Randy) Smith, Lavern Lyles, Janice (Tyrone) Brown, Ingrid (Gordon) Musgrove, Regieta (Marvin) Minns, Gilda (Kermier) Cooper, Tamika (Valverde) Butler, Manita (Neville) Wisdom, Marguerite Gilbert, Ventrus (Samuel) Taylor, Ursula Brice, Petra Martin, Anya Adderley, Alison Lewis; nephews: Chris (Janet) and Gary (Lisa) Mackey, Ian (Melissa) Rolle and Ishmael (Celine) Adderley, Travaken Johnson, Omar Adderley, Larry (Jane) Wilchcombe, Roger and Kevnitt Adderley, Ricardo Sr. and O’Brian Adderley, Kingsley Rahming, Derick Barr, Monty (Portia) Barr, Shaun (Terryann) Barr, Bradley Smith, Tony (Beverly) Lyles, Ricky (Glenda) Lyles, Dr. Sandy (Connie) Cooper, Michael (Tanisha) Johnson, Gary (Marie) Cooper, Brian (Paula) Cooper, Michael (Sharon) Cooper, Vincent (Melvern) Cooper, Rudy McKenzie, Rev. Fr. Rudolph Cooper, Archdeacon G. Kingsley (Sandra) Knowles, Harcourt (Angella) Cooper, Charles Cooper, Kelvin Cooper; grandnieces and grandnephews including: Nicolette and Nadia Mitchell, Sharmaine (Byron) Miller, Ashva, Perry Jr. and Alicia Kemp, Shanell McQueen, Tamiko (Catamra) Armbrister, Jermaine

(Danette) Mackey, Christof Mackey Sr., Cristal (Heath) Campbell, Jervon Mackey, Shanae Mackey, Shannon (Gryer) Mackey, Shanti Mackey, Justin, Dwight Jr. & Devonya Campbell, Navardo & Jada McCardy, Aniya, Ayan, & Aarim Rolle, O’Brian Jr., Omarion, Ricardo Jr., Jahnile, Rohaan, LeBron, Jarrett, Asha, Jamila Adderley, Andre Forbes; and others too numerous to mention; god children: Trevor Burgzorg and Petra Brice; other relatives and friends including: the Adderley family, the family of the late Eva CargillJohnson from Fresh Creek, Andros, Catherine Cooper and Family, CooperRoberts family in High Rock, West End and Sweetings Cay, the entire Cooper family, the Johnson family, the family of the late Doreth Grant, Archdeacon Dwight Rolle, Rev. Desiree Johnson, Cannon Stephen Davies and the entire church family of Christ The King especially the ACW and Prayer Ministry, Pearl Adderley, Marjorie Thompson, Gloria Dorsett, Rosalie Minus, Rose Rolle, Agnes Cartwright, Barbara Weech, Beverley Smith, family of the late Bill Martin, the Burgzorg family, Sheralyn Brown and family, Mazie Poitier and family, Sandra Sainville, Valerie Smith, Jacqueline Rutherford, Stephanie Smith, Andre Taylor, Don and Leisa Boyd, Roseann Bastian and family, the Friends Forever Group, the Huyler family, the Culmer family, Dr. Mark and Susan Davies and staff of Palmdale Dental, staff of Bahamas First, Church family of Bethany Assembly, Bishop Neville Hart and Family, the Hudson Family, the Murray Family, the Duncombe Family, the Nairn family and the Sunshine Park Community; a special thanks is extended to: Dr. Lisa SmithRolle, Dr. Agreta Eneas-Carey, Dr. Duane Sands, Nurse Jesse Rolle, Nurse Joyce Cartwright, Nurse Yvonne Adderley, Cherine McKinney, Jacqueline Davis and additional her caregivers, for exceptional care given during her illness; We apologize for any names inadvertently omitted and thank everyone for their condolences, calls, prayers, and visitations; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

There will be NO VIEWING at the Church.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd, Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on (TODAY) Thursday from 12:00noon to 5:00pm.

Death Notice For Dwayne Thyrone Griffin, 57

a resident of Doris Johnson Estates died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, December 16th, 2022.

He is survived by his wife: Michelle Griffin; Son: Dwayne Griffin Jr.; mother: Jane Thompson; brothers: Floyd Griffin, Kenneth and Glenroy Thompson; sisters: Sherma Williams, Janet Pinder, Linda Thompson; mother-in-law: Lynette Headley; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Anthony Christopher Antoine Heastie, 39

of #12 Little High Park, Seabreeze will be held at Bahamas Faith Ministries International on Friday, December 23rd, 2022 at 11:00a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Dave Burrows assisted by Pastor Allen Munroe. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

His cherished memories live on in the hearts and minds of his father: Anthony “Tony” Heastie I; mother: Anna Cash-Heastie; wife: Vedell Douglas Heastie; daughter: Anarghya Heastie; brothers: Damien Heastie and Serbreon Heastie; sister: Dr. Ajene Heastie MPH, M.D.; nephews & nieces: Christopher Moultrie, Ebony, Damien Jr., D’Miya, Divinity & Djimon, David, Donovon & Dakota Heastie; grand aunts & uncles: Gloria Glinton, Minister Agnes Glinton, Edris Laing, Brenda Heastie, Karen Jervis, Pauline & John Bastian, Betty & Alvin Rogers, Samuel & Nicola Heastie, Roslyn Heastie, Caroline Heastie and Dorothy Rahming; uncles & aunts: James & Georgina Albury, Dr. Earl & Cheryl Cash, Sandrea Miller, Gregory Cash, Jennifer Cash, Paula and Angela Cash, Kenneth & Sonia Thompson, Ronnie & Michelle Cash, Minister Duane & Ruth Cash, Dr. Cheryll Cash M.D., Erica Glinton, Byron & Minister Chrystal Stubbs, Wendell & Theresa Heastie, Sharon Zonicle, Novelette Stevenson, Minister Cressell & Prophetess Joan Laing, Delano Clarke, Gregory & Fredericka Baker, Euleta Heastie, Kevin & Lauralee Gibson, Dwayne & Carol Woods, Eugene & Cutelle Heastie, Dwayne & Tanya Heastie, Samuel Heastie, Tina Lee-Heastie and Ray Heastie; cousins: James Jr. & Christopher Albury, Dr. Earl Cash II M.D. & Earin Cash, Dr. Adrian M.D. & Christie Cargill, Dwight & Erica Burrows, Dario & Primrose Smith, Krystal & Basilena Cash, Doddridge & Gregorinique Missick, Brittany Gomez, Jannah Wilmott, Jai-Le Simmons, Jade Gibson, Arie & Gayle Burrows. Drs. Virgil, Nona & Winifred Storr Clyde Nedd Jr., Kenneth Gerrick, Jermaine, Jermia & Tatianna L.Thompson DVM, Akeem, Dr. Tanya M.D. FACE, Gianna, Jayden & Gabriel Bademosi, Yasmine, Sargeant Karyss, Yolanda, Christal, Lisa, & Officer Rychelle Cash, Arfan & Sharde Husain, Duane Jr. & Michael Cash, Nicolette & Nicholas Cash, Joel Laing, Travanti, Dawn & Taylor Thompson, William Jr. & Shayne Stubbs, Aya Harris, Shanell, Riel, Ezio & Jace Heastie, Jaydin & Tahj Plakaris, Sharine Smith, Tavarrie, Arsineo & Glenwood Smith, Michelle Zonicle, Tekito, Brent, Simone &Samantha Stevenson, Jerona, Richandroh Knowles, Aaron & Donette Dawkins, Angelo, Donald, Tavarrie, Arsineo & Glenwood Smith, Michelle Zonicle, Delanique, Devonnia, Devonnique & Deondrae Clarke, Kelleta & Whitney Cartwright, Laurin & Nicholas Gibson, Deshaun

Woods, Tiffanee & Tianna Lee, Nathan, Natessa, Ashleigh, William, Danielle, Shaniya & Matthew Heastie, Allison, Sonia, Regina, Tonia, Terrell, Jeremy & Jordan Heastie, Alexis, Kaylin & Karolann Jervis, Bernard & April Turner, Lawrence & Tanya Elliott, Edward & Anastasia Campbell, Brian & Monique Walker; other relatives and friends: Annalee Newman (special friend), Pastor Dave & Angela Burrows & Bahamas Faith Ministries Family, Pastor Charles & Cassandra Nottage & Family, Ridwan Owoseni & Family, Ruth & Wayde Thompson, Terraine Smith, Shirley Roberts & Family, Hilda Moxey & Family, Glen and Andrea Rahming & Family, Willie Francis & Family, Eloise Johnson & Family, Nathaniel Cooper & Family, Anthonya & Sierra McKinney, Annette Farquharson & Family, Stafford & Zoe Bain & Family, Betty Sweeting & Family, Guerlancy Pierre & Family, Michael, Lavorn & Hadassah Taylor, Keno & Tanya Glinton, Brenda Russell & Family, Agatha Cartwright & Family, Agnes Miller & Family, Dudley & Dianna Smith & Family, Tundra Close & Seabreeze Community, Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of Education and Technical and Vocational Training, Anatol Rodgers High School Family, Southern & Northern Secondary School Districts, Bahamas Educational Managerial Union (BEMU), Catapult Construction, Potters Cay Dock Association.

Viewing will be held at the Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, Robinson and Soldier Roads on (TODAY) Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and again at the church on Friday from 9:30a.m.

Death Notice For Police Constable 2759

Kachino Anthony Farquharson, 40

of Peardale Road died at the his residence on, Monday, December 12th, 2022.

He is survived by his wife: Theresa Farquharson; mother: Elaine Cravatt; father: Anthony Farquharson; step mom: Doramae Farquharson; sons: Kachino Farquharson Jr. & Theophilus Sears; daughter: Philliesha Sears; sisters: Santoya Edgecombe, Anthonique Coleby, Inspector Demetria Capron, Sgt. Willisha Cravatt & Christal Farquharson; brothers: Tamiko Brice, Matthew & Anthony Farquharson; step brother: Dario Cravatt and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral service is schedule attentively for next week Thursday, December 29th, 2022 at Kemp Road Ministries at 10:00a.m.

Funeral Service For

Mother Marie Garvey-Rolle, 89

of #3 Tundra Close, Sea Breeze and Formerly of West End, Grand Bahama and Smiths Hill, South Andros will be held at St. Johns Native Baptist Cathedral, Meeting Street on Friday, December 23rd, 2022 at 11:00a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Carrington S. Pinder assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road.

She was predeceased by her husband: Pastor David Rolle; daughters: Genesta Morrison & Laurette Rolle; grandchildren: Ruby Farquharson & Joycelyn Johnson; mother: Mildred Grant; father: Granville Garvey; son-in-law: Wilbert Thompson; brothers: Joseph, Sharon & Sidney Garvey.

Left to cherish her love and legacy are her sons: Hughdon (Lucretia) Rolle & ASP Lloyd (Dr. Aubynette) Rolle (RBPF); daughters: Annie (Philip) Smith Joycelyn (Willard) Johnson, Clara Rolle-Thompson, Paula (Sr. Commander - RBPF Stephen) Rolle and Serena (Francis) Bethell; adopted sons/nephews: Alexander (Chantel) Stubbs, John Stubbs, Picewell (Drucilla) Forbes & Ricardo Bullard; sister: Deconess Lilymae Forbes; brother: Dr. Sharon (Gale) Garvey Sr.; 19 grandchildren: Inspector Durie Smith (RBPF), Patrick Smith, Sergeant DeVano Smith (RBPF), DeAngelo (Mary) Johnson, DeVario Johnson, Kenisha Thompson, Wilbert Thompson, Deniko Rolle, Jaycinto Rolle, Hughdon Rolle, Cameron Rolle, Hughnique (Kortney) Cartwright, Holli Rolle, Shandia (Kirjath) Pinder, Leading Mechanic Stephen Rolle (RBDF), Shevaz (Lasharra) Rolle, Paul Rolle, Lloyd (Breana) Rolle & LaShae Rolle; 16 great grandchildren: Dure Smith, DA’Kari Smith, DA’Kai Smith, Sade Johnson, Danarjae Johnson, Jaycinto Rolle Jr., Damien Rolle, Charisma Rolle, Hailey Rolle, Johanna RolleCrawford, Kourtney Cartwright, Gabrielle Moss, Sapphire Pinder, Layla Rolle, Syx Rolle and Armani Rolle; brothers-in-law: Willis Rolle & Simeon Rolle; sisters-in-law: Violet Garvey, Rosemary Rolle of Forestville, Maryland, Sylvia Rolle, Shirley Rolle, Sandra Rolle & Evelyn Rolle; nieces & nephews: Alexander ‘Alex’ Rolle Jr., Kathleen Porter, Audrey Bonamy, Stacy Lee, Marlene Garvey (Jeffery) Pinder, Gwenmar Garvey, Coretta Garvey (Ricardo) Swann, Christa Garvey (Vandyke) Davis, Portia Garvey Colebrooke, Ania Garvey (Lee) Wells, Betsy Garvey Wilson, Tammy Garvey (Shannon) Feloss, Tiffany Garvey (Kendall) Newson, Cora Garvey (Tito) Munez, Aloa Garvey (Rodney) Harris, Debera Garvey (James) Harris, Kendra Garvey (Xavier) Coleman, Dwight Sr. (Tiffany), Troy Sr., Quincy Sr., Clifford, Sharon Jr., Corey, Keith, Donovan Sr. (Christine), Joseph Jr. (Deborah), Darrel (Katherine), Marcus (Sharon), Michael Sr., (April), Garvey, Stanford Armstead, Gavin Kennedy, Pastor Leo Rolle, Louis Rolle, Anthony Rolle, Marie Bain, Ngaire Strachan, Debbie, Doris, Gloria, Mark Eadoni and Latesia Rolle, Nikita Thompson, Andrea Grady, Cedric Rolle, Timothy, Jeffrey & Patrick Rolle; godchild: Herman Ambrister; other relatives and Friends: Nurse Elouise Taylor & family, Jessiemae Rolle

& family, Harriet Kelly & family, Hazel Johnson & family, Winifred Taylor & Family, Willie Taylor & family, Vera Taylor & family, Carolyn Taylor & family, Olga Clarke & family, Arlene Smith & family, Livingston Smith & family, Ellerston Smith & family, Stevenson Smith & family Stafford & entire Ambrister family, Morgan Rolle, Carlton Smith & family, Alphonso Adderley & family, Emerald Smith & family, James Fernander & family, Floyd Bastian & family, Floyd Newton & family, Montgomery & Marita Roberts and family, Sheila-Mae Harris and family, Cheryl Smith & family, Litfield Rolle & family, Ivy Rolle & family, Sandra Rolle & family, Ellamae Bain & family, Susie Green & family, Emily Braynen & family, Inger & the Johnson family, Orson Clarke & family, Lucille, Eddie & Victor Higgs & family, Doug Ayers, the Mt. Olive Baptist Church – Smiths Hill family, Family of Captain Moxey, family of Byron Smith, Earl & Marco Albury, Mr. Russel and Marcus Bethell of Abaco, the entire South Andros community, South Andros Secondary School Alumni, and a host of others, too numerous to mention. Special Thanks: Dr. Agreta Eneas-Carey, Ms. Michelle Roache, Blessed Beginning Midwifery & Nursing Agency, Dr. Gemma Rolle, Ms. Mebra Evans, Nurse Deangela Sweeting - RN,BSN, the Tundra Close community, Ms. Joyce Drakes & Family, Staff of Central Bank of The Bahamas (Banking & Research Departments) Staff of the Judicial Department, Justice Carolita Bethell, Earnestine Rahming, Antoine Wallace, Samantha Butterfield, Niketa Tucker & family & Victory Baptist Church

Viewing will be held at the Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, Robinson and Soldier Roads on (TODAY) Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and again at the church from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice For Kevin Kirkwood Ferguson, 48 affectionately called “Kirky, Driver & Preacher”

of #137 Sugar Cane Lane, Fox Dale died at the his residence on, Friday, December 16th, 2022.

He is survived by his mother: Kathleen Cooke; father: Michael Ferguson; step father: Leroy Cooke; son: Kevonte Ferguson; daughters: Kevia & Kevonia Ferguson; sister: Sharmaine Moss; brothers: Derek Darville & Deon Moss 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.

Sally Mae Newbold, 82

Death Notices For

Paulette Aretha Culmer, 51

Samantha Nicole Bastian, 41

of #5 Orchard Terrance off Village Road and formerly of Orange Creek, Cat Island died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on, Saturday, December 17th, 2022.

She is survived by her son: Ormond Newbold; daughters: Tina Major, Nicole Newbold & Mary Culmer; sisters: Ophelia Newbold, Patrice Russell & Clara Gray 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.

of Joe Farrington Road died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, December 19th, 2022.

She is survived by her father: Bernard Culmer; sisters: Bernadette Culmer Johnson & Tamara Hanna née Brennen; brothers: Timothy Nottage, Merril Anthony Nottage & Hilard Culmer; nieces: Britney & Billie Hanna & Ava Marie Nottage; nephews: Brayden, Bryce & Braxton Hanna, Ethan Nottage, Granville Wallace & Liem Pratt; brothers-in-law: Brady Hanna, Nelson Johnson & Elijah Johnson 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.

of Canada Avenue died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, December 16th, 2022.

She is survived by her parents: Gladys & Crestwell Knowles; father: David Bastian; sons: Jermaine, Jamari & Jameko Williams; sisters: Crystal Knowles, Octavis Ferguson, Eureka Munnings, Shantra Bastian, Keitra Bastian & Vernique Tisdale; brothers: Cresville Knowles Jr., David & Cyrus Bastian; 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.

Death Notices For

Edward Rolle, 75 affectionately called “Booker”

of Sea Breeze died on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at his residence.

He is survived by his wife: Alice; son: Dwight; and host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Courtney Forbes, 44

South Beach died on Thursday, October 6, 2022 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

He is servived by his mother: Edith Peet; aunts uncle and a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Dwight Mark Nottage, 62

of Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas died on Saturday, December 3, 2022 the Princess Margaret Hospital.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Diane Colebrook 43

of Market Street, Coconut Grove died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, December 14, 2022.

she is survived by her children: Darron and Asia; and a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Services For

Stephanie Remilda Thompson, 70

a resident of Pepper Road, Eastwood Estates, will be held at Transfiguration Baptist Church, Market & Vesey Streets, on Friday, December 23, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Stephen E. Thompson, assisted by Rev. Sherma Bowe & Rev. Brazil McDonald. Interment follows in Western Cemetery, Nassau Street.

Stephanie is predeceased by her husband: Peter Yorick Thompson; her daughter: Darnell Irean: her two sons: Dave Darren and Andy Gerard, and her God Child Margo Swain.

Profound, cherished and loving memories will forever linger in the hearts of her, daughter: Alicia Thompson; adopted Grandson: Tenaj Gibson; Step Son: Peter Thompson, Jr.; Siblings and their Spouses: Deaconess Sandra and Edwin Garland Gibson; Matilda and Henry McCartney of Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera; Rosemae Hepburn of Gregory Town, Eleuthera; Leonard Johnson of Gregory Town, Eleuthera; Brenda Johnson Brennen; Rev. Jacob P. and Melessia Johnson; Martha Brown of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Stephen and Christopher Johnson; Nieces and Nephews: Terrance, Shakira, Theron (Ebony) and Edrinekia Gibson, Coy Knowles, Tara Peterson, Corey Brennen, Renika and Adina Pollard, Apostle Renae (Bishop Levi) McPhee; Minister Karen (Minister Van) Fowler; Derek McIntosh, Leroy Brennen; Amanda, Hadassah, Jacob Jr., Sgt. 3383 Lou Anthony, Barron (BJ), Antonya and Shavonne Johnson; Anthony Jr. and Anthonique Brown; Christopher, Crystal and Abigail Johnson; Derek, Tyrone, Wallace and Desmond; Sam (Rosetta), Basil, Jerome (Dena), Sandra, Julian, Rosemary Belle, Debra, Larry, Kim, Ronnie, Shonell, Lincoln, Valentino, Woodrow Richardson; Children of the late James Johnson; Virginia Gordon; Mario, Marvin, Tellis, Marco, Tameka and Antonice Seymour; Valderine Woodside. Sisters-in-Law:Yvonne Johnson and Victoria Seymour; Grand Aunt: Neutlyn Simmons; Numerous Grand Nieces, Nephews and Cousins including: Roosevelt and Emerson Miller (Miami, Florida), Sherry Percentie, Deborah, Rollins Jr., Kevin, Keith Woodside and their families; Valencia Williamson and Bertram Wilson; Naomi Woodside and family; God Children: Ramon Swain, Arlington Swain, Gershon Laing and Renbert Mortimer II. Other Relatives & Friends including: Jenny Rolle, Mavis Rolle, Sarah Anderson, Albertha Demeritte, Larry Stubbs, Lakeisha Russell, Min. Caleb Ferguson; Rev. Alphonso and Deaconess Patricia Newry, Lillymae Johnson; Christine Taylor, Frances Carroll, Transfiguration Women Auxiliary; Transfiguration Sanctuary Choir; Pastor Stephen E. Thompson, Rev. Brazil McDonald; Rev. Sherma Bowe and the Doris Collie Women and Girls Council; the entire Transfiguration Baptist Church Family, Ruthmae Smith, Dorothy Laing, Vincent Rolle, Michael Sands, Ernestine Bullard; the children of the late Rosemary Jones; Temple Christian Pre and Elementary the old Ross Corner crew; the staff of the Ambassador Beach and The Grand Hotels; other relatives and friends to numerous to mention.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Minister Edith Forbes, 76

a resident of Pinewood Gardens & formerly of Lovely Bay, Acklins, will be held at Evengelistic Pentecostal Church, Gardens Hills #2, on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Paul J. McPhee JP, assisted by Pastors G. Miller, Edron McPhee, Brother Vano McPhee & other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Left to cherish her loving memories are her, Daughters: Christine Taylor, Monique Andrews and Patrice Forbes; Sons: Roland Sands, Nehemiah, Melvin and Antonio Forbes; One adopted son: Rufus Johnson; One sister: Hazel Leadon; One sister-in-law: Rev. Sarah Ferguson; Two brothersin-law: Charles Dorsett Sr. and Daniel Leadon; Two daughters-in-law: Carolyn Forbes and Ushiaka Forbes; Two sons-in-law: Kenneth Andrews and Kendrick Taylor; Sixteen (16) Grandchildren: Christopher, John Ross, Nehemiah Forbes, Kevin and Jeremiah Andrews, Donnell Hart, Patrick and Terrell Wright, Denise Rolle, Vanessa and Tianna Forbes, Roland, Grandelda and Theodore Sands, Kendise Johnson and Kendrick Taylor; Twenty-Seven (27) great-grand, Nephews: Alliance, Alex and Kimroy Ferguson, Pastor Timothy Dorsett, Charles and Vincent Dorsett, Esau, Jacob, Michael, Philip and Andrew Farrington, Pastor Alexander Davidson, Solomon Davidson, Derick Moxey, Charles and Gary Leadon, Pastor Randy Stubbs, Wellington and James Stubbs, Pastor Stephen Ferguson, Pastor Wesley Ferguson and Pastor Luther Ferguson; Nieces: Linda Johnson, Nicole Johnson, Christine Russell, Elizabeth, Bridget Barr, Minister Sharon Rolle, Minister Thelma Davis, Katherine, Rhode, Pastor Rose Williams, Dorcas Farrington, Minister Theresa Davidson, Cindy, Iona, Carolyn, Ruthmae Davidson, Daniela Williams, Mavis Pratt, Velma Miller, Janice Stubbs and Gertymae Goodman. A host of other relatives and friend including: The Taylor family, Rudolph Hart, Haywood Johnson, Kenneth Walks, Andrews Family, The Dorsett Family, The Davidson Family, The Leadon Family, The Ferguson Family, Neil Hulbert, Ms. Grant and family, Tenj Rolle and family, Robert Allen and family, Acklins Association Family, The Straw Market family, Trevante Dean, Minister Judy McPhee, The Reckley family, The Carmichael Baptist Holiness Church Family, Prophetess Sabalita Fowler, The Hart Family, The Carmichael Baptist Holiness Church family, Rudolph Hart Sr., The Goodman Family, Karen and Donavan Gilbert, Apostle Kelson Miller, Diane Bodie and family.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & on Friday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notices for

Temeka Samatha Duncombe, 28

a resident of Falcon Crest Drive, Eastern Estates, died on Saturday, December 17, 2022.

She is survived by her, mother: Birdie Duncombe; father: Kevin Duncombe; 1 daughter: Jazmine Dames; 2 brothers: Tremain & Demario Duncombe; 1 sister: Michelle Duncombe; nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced on a later date.

Arlington Livingston McCoy, 72

a resident of Wulff Road, died at PMH on November 19, 2022.

He is survived by his, 3 sons: Sergio, Lorenzo & Julian McCoy; 4 brothers: Preston & Jeffery McCoy, Cedric & Dion Saunders; 2 sisters: Vanrea & Esthermae McCoy; 10 grandchildren, numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced on a later date.

Rosemary Elizabeth Johnson Outten, 66

a resident of #16 KiKi Street, & formerly of Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera, died in Charlotte, N.C. on Monday, December 5, 2022.

She is survived by her loving family & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced on a later date.

Jermine Patsy Seymour, 68

formerly of Westmoreland, Jamaica and New Providence, died on Thursday, 15th December, 2022 at Florida Medical Center, Ft. Lauderdale, USA.

She is survived by her husband & loving family.

Funeral arrangements will be announced on a later date.

Death Notice

The Moncur Family announces the death of Matriarch Janet Olean Moncur, 79 of Knowles, Cat Island and #31 Bougainvillea Boulevard, South Beach Estates who died on Monday, December 19th, 2022 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

She was predeceased by her Son, Diallo Moncur, and her Grandson, Jared Walker.

She is survived by her Husband: Eris Moncur Sr.

Other survivors include her Children: Janice, Javotte, Eris Jr., Jennifer, Edward and Dion Moncur.

Grandchildren: Kori and Eris III Moncur, Diallo Osoria, André and Tyler Moncur, Devanna McCartney, Lestia and Letrell Walker, Kirkwood Kemp, Maddisen, Olivia and Benjamin Moncur.

Great Grandchildren: Peyton Rose, Gracien, Elizabeth and Joshua, Nathan and Jaden Osoria.

Sisters: Estelle (Dennis) Mackey, Edna Newbold, Elizabeth and Rachel Dodson.

And a Host of Other Relatives and Friends

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Clarke’s Funeral Home & Crematorium and will be announced at later date.

Death Notice For

Mr. Craig Nottage, 58 affectionately Called “Muddy Eye”

of Clumersville, Centreville died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, December 16th, 2022.

Mr. Nottage is survived by his children: Craigneisha Alcea Nottage, Donna Nottage Kemp; grandchildren: Ronique Kemp, Tyrek Alcea; sisters: Marsha Dean of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Evangelist Christine Nottage, Sharon Nottage; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and numerous other relatives and friends to mention.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Families are our #1 Priority.

Where the Name Is Service and your loved ones ours.

Ms. Deborah Goodman, 55

of Caraway Street died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on December 2022

Ms. Goodman is survived by her children: Ricardo Bowe, Stanford Pinder, Stanneka Pinder, Samuel Carey, Renold Ville, Stannell Rolle, Manteze Rolle, Monteze Rolle, Godfrey Rolle; sisters: Donnell Knowles, Laura Rolle, Maxine Stubbs; grandchildren: Kenniqua and Kendal Sweeting, (Ricardo, Tarica, Tarico and Dale Bowe) Stanford Pinder III, Adoria Goodman, Teana Ville, (Samunique, Samari, Samson and Samuel Carey Jr.); brothers: Leon Goodman, William Goodman, Branville Stubbs, Berthram Goodman, Anthony Taylor; special friend: Godfrey Rolle; numerous other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

Families are our #1 Priority

Where the Name Is Service and your loved ones ours

Funeral Service For

Barbaramae Jane Collie-Humes, 63

of #18 Acacia Avenue, Sir Lynden Pindling Estates will be held on Friday, December 23, 2022, 10:00a.m. at Cooper’s Terrace Cathedral Highway Church of God, Cooper’s Terrace. Officiating will be Bishop Robert A. McPhee assisted by Rev. Shawnwell Knowles. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Road.

She was predeceased by her parents: Rudolph and Dorothy Collie.

Left to cherish fond memories are her beloved husband of 40 years: Jervis Humes; 1 daughter: Crystal Ferguson; 2 sons: Bernard and Ricardo Collie; 2 daughters-in-law: Chestina and Donerique Collie; 1 son-in-law: Tyrell Ferguson; grandchildren: Bernika, Breanna, Rinique, Riche’ and Darien Collie, Melody Humes and Symphony Ferguson; sisters: Stephanie Minns, Janet Ferguson, Cherilee and Carolyn Collie-Lewis; brothers: Douglas, Michael and Samuel Collie; nieces: Doinelle Collie, Lakesha, Kendra Ferguson, Sharika, Tia, Tamara Major, Cheryl Elliot, Kim Miller, Sonia Rosario, Gaynell Brown, Shirelle Goodman, Joya Brice, Sofia Hoas and Shenique Brown; nephews: Douglas, Jr. Andrew and Dudley Collie, Zachery Munroe, Kenneth Ferguson, Elvis and John Elliot, Troy Brown, Stanford Bastian Guion Jr. and Javon Humes; grandnieces: Avert and Kennedy Ferguson; sisters-in-law: Margaret Collie and Deacon Opal Bastian; brother-in-law: Kenneth Ferguson Sr. and Michael Minns; cousins: Helen Russel, Claranell Smith, Rosemarie Rigby, Melvern Seymour, Iverine Cooper, Donna Sands, Gwendolyn Hanna, Lulame Gray, Pernell Jones, Liiyetha Aahley, Grace Colebrooe, Stephanie Morley, Diann Burrows, Franklyn Burchanald and Landford Cox, Alvin Collie, Lottason Miller, Whitney Darling, Alfred Gray, Humphery Ferguson, Huedley Darling, Godfrey, Terry and Terry and Issac Collie, Ann Frazier and Alfred Hepburn; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Anthonique Ferguson, Adrianna McDonald, Donnalee and Stephen Percentie, Bishop Robert and Kimberley McPhee and family, Deloris Wright and family, Deacon Wayne and Monique Miller and family, Cooper’s Terrace Cathedral Church of God, Dotlene Rolle and family, Ethelyn Deveaux and family, David Brown and family, Peter Munroe and family, Nurse Lisa Bain and family, the community of Sir Lynden Pindling Estates, Shivan Sareen, Verl Davis-Smith, Ophelia Williams, Angela Laing, Gina Knowles, Kerrah Mackey-Taylor, Shandell Thompson, Cynella Cunningham, the entire staff of Diamond International and many others too numerous to mention.

The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors, 7th Terrace Collins Avenue on (TODAY) Thursday from 12:00noon-5:00p.m. and at the church on Friday from 9:00a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service

Thais La-Faye Russell, 60

of Constitution Drive, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday 29th December, 2022 at St. Michael’s Methodist Church, Churchill Avenue. Officiant, The Reverend Dr. Philip Stubbs. Interment will follow in Lakeview Gardens & Mausoleums, Gladstone Road & John F. Kennedy Drive.

Thais was preceded in death by her Parents: Merrill and Hazel Stubbs.

She is survived by her, Husband of 31 years: Reo Russell; Daughter: Theria Russell; Son: Jairus Russell; Sisters: Pamela Stubbs, Joanne Stubbs-Brooks (Philip); Brother: Clive Stubbs (Sonia); Mother-in-law: Brenetta Evans; Aunts: Eueda Poitier, Vernita Stubbs, Elva Stubbs; Uncle: Clonius Stubbs; Nieces: Tavalla Stubbs-Nottage (Kenderly), Santosh Phillippa Carey (Davious), Taneil Stubbs, Francita Hall, Kendra, Sharron Riley, Latoya Riley-McPhee (Taron), Grace Russell, Ashley, Kim, Tonya, Terez Evans, Maxine, Betty Marshall, Panchetta Marshall, Carol Marshall and Shamika Riley-Munnings; Nephews: Sanchez Brooks (Gina), Coen Stubbs, Demetri Stubbs, Joe Marshall, Taran, Travaughn Evans, Jerred, Jerrado Russell, Anthony Hall, Alex Riley, Grand Nephews: Këvan Nottage, Phenall Nottage, Troy Miller, Alex Riley, Richard Munnings III, Anthony Hall, Joey, Joechan, Jovargo, Keith Marshall; Grand Nieces: Anthonique Hall, Alexis Miller, Princess Hepburn, Ciara Rolle, Taronae Mcphee, Brayden Musgrove, Jorese Marshall, Mario Marshall, Inez and Reneka Evans Lither Moss-Gilbert, Maronique and Mia Marshall, Elisha Smith, Cardia and Jada

for

Evans, Caranique, Latera Marshall, Brittinique Marshall; GreatGrand Nephew: Maxinardo Penn; Great-Grand Nieces: Aryanna Brown, Alexia Riley; Cousins: Reginald Bain, Carla, Mark and David Poitier, Melonie, Edwin, Arthur, Horatio, Shynika, Deidre, Erica and Pamela Stubbs, Ian, Valerie, Nanci, Tanya, Ava, and Brando Stubbs. Prescilla, Marge, Marilyn and David Farrington, Jeffrey, Dion, and Shavon Stubbs, Alice Stubbs & Family, Rose, Sandra, Ida, and William Armbrister, Sandra, Sheva, Carlette, Roger, Eric, Elliot, and Kenny Stubbs, Debbie, Sharon, Barry, Adrian, and Lisa Mott. Rose Newbold, Helen Newbold, Joycelyn Cartwright and Barbara Roxbury, Joycelyn Colebrooke, Cardinal Scott, Michelle Newbold; Sisterin-law: Dale Riley; Brothers-in-law: Anginal, Charles (Deborah) Evans and Tony Evans, Deacon Jerry (Rev’d Daphne) Russell; Aunts and Uncles in-law: Evangelist Suzanna Russell, Doris Lewis, Rev. Alphonso and Tryphenia Lewis, Bishop John Lewis, Evangelist Lorretta Lewis; Special Friends: Sherill E. HallWilson & Family, Cheryl Rolle & Family, Clarabell Cooper & Family, Dianna Munroe & Family, Joan Brown & Family; Numerous godchildren including: Amy Allen, Richard Munnings III, Gabe & Gabriel Sterling, Andrew Walker, Simone & Cerron; A Host of other relatives and friends: The Brooks Family, The Laing Family, The Nottage Family, The Carey Family, The Poitier Family, Rev. Dr. Philip Stubbs & The St. Michael’s Methodist Church Family, Pastor Vaughn Cash & The Evangelistic Temple Church Family, Pastor Steven Sterling & Family, Bishop Mark Knowles & Family, Walter Ramsay & Family, Rodman Deleveaux & Family, Richard & Leotha Bain & Family, Rostum Evans & Family, Pastor Ryan Bethel and Family, Henery Adderly and Family, Maury Evans & Family, Faith King & Family, Symone Walkine & Family, Tiffany Sawyer & Family, Felecia Beneby & Family, The Young Life Bahamas Family, The St. Michaels Methodist Youth Ministry Family, T.A. Thompson Jr. High School Family, The BTC (BaTelCo) Family, The Farrington Road, and Charlotte Ridge Communities.

The family apologizes for any names inadvertently omitted. We thank you for your love, care, visits and calls.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44A Nassau Street on Wednesday 28th December, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and at the church on Thursday 29th December, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service for

Patrice Aneka Wilson-Knowles, 50

Environment, Cascarilla Street Family, George Sweeting and Family, Dwayne Simms, Jets Football Team, Drameco Clarke and family, Eddie Campbell and family, Travis Thompson and family.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44A Nassau Street on Thursday 22nd December, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be no viewing at the church.

Death Notice for William Rendward Wells, 73

of Cascarilla Street, Pinewood Gardens, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday 23rd December, 2022 at St. Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou Hill Road. Celebrant, The Venerable Archdeacon Keith N. Cartwright. Interment will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery, Nassau Street.

Left to cherish her life and memories are her, Mother: Elizabeth Wilson; Son: Tyneko Williams; Daughter: Jaunique Knowles; Grandchildren: Amaiya Williams, Amier Darville; Brother: Arthur “Jay” Wilson Jr.; Niece: Brynique Wilson; Nephews: Javon Wilson, O’Brien Rolle; Godmother: Cleo Johnson; Godchildren: Shakeem Stubbs; Aunts: Marion Wright, Donna FernanderCznarneki, Dellareece Moncur, Marjorie and Alerise Wilson, Shirley, Claudine, and Martha Stubbs; Uncles: Eric, Philip, Anthony and Trevor Stubbs, Tyrone Fernander, George, Godfrey and Michael Wilson, Stephen Moncur; Cousins: Damian, Adgral, Anwar, Philip Jr., Shakeem, Eric Jr., Zhivargo, Shameco, Shamano Sr., Derek, Erica, Paige, Amber and Vashti Stubbs, William Davis, Brett Wright, Stevette Moncur, Shamija Jackson, Keith, Kevin and Kasey Major, Greg Chris Khadeem, Kingsley, Godricka, and Sarah Wilson, Kristen Bowe, Corey Allen; Other Relatives and Friends: Vashti, Judy Colebrooke and Family, Bianca and Sandra Francis, Beyonce Scott, Joanne Munnings and Family, Anya Gibson and Family, Lisa Farley, Lacoia Johnson, The Picnic Basket Social Club, Garnell Kemp, Reuben Rahming, Damien Sweeting, Francina Hield and family, The Kiwanis Club of Nassau AM, The Kiwanis Club of Pinewood, The Ministry of

of La Blanc Villas, West Bay St. and formerly of Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, 19th December, 2022.

He is survived by his, Wife: Lynette Wilson Wells; Daughters: Ketress and Kamiesha Wells; Son: Former Minister, Rendward Wells; Grandchildren: Sethren, Sasha, Sierra, Soren, Soraya, and Sakarren Wells, Attiyyah Bethel, Celeste, Danielson, and Chavez Wells; Sisters: Elvina McPhee and Marilyn Sands; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Ruth Rosalie Millar née Maycock, 88

Death Notices for

Neville Taylor Jr., 58

Edward Andrew ‘DUD’ Maynard, 82

of Poinciana Drive, Skyline Heights Subdivision, died at her residence on Friday, 16th December, 2022.

She is survived by her, Daughters: Monique Millar and Sonja Knowles; Sons: Michael Foster; Grandchild: Rasheed Pickstock; Sister: Dorothea Foster; Nieces: Dianne, Mercedes, Michelle, Raquel, Tanya, and Paige; Nephews: Alonzo, Chane and Malik; Friends: Jason Bethel, Jan McCartney, Simon Wilson, Carl Oliver, Mavis, Charles Knowles, and Trevor Vernon Thurston; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

of Cork Street, off Sea Breeze Lane, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, 15th December, 2022.

He is survived by his, Daughters: Shaniqua Lightbourne, NiKara, Rayven, & Aniya Taylor; Sons: Quinton & Juquan Taylor; Sisters: LiSandra, Monique & Ann Taylor, Melissa Watkins, Cora M. Ferguson, and Francine Butler; Brothers: Richard, Shurland, Whitney, Jeffery, Warren, Darren, & Nelson Taylor; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

of Hawk Ridge Road, off Carmichael Road, died at his residence on Friday, 16th December, 2022.

He is survived by his, Wife: Isadora Maynard; Daughters: Nina Maynard, Laverne (Mark Cartwright), and Phillippa Sands; Sons: Edward Andrew (Kathleen) Maynard, Charles (deceased) & Zelena, Paul, Christian (Melissa), & Ednal (Onedia) Maynard; Sisters: Louise Tynes & Kathleen Smith; 20 Grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Mr. Leroy Churchill Jordan, 71

Death Notices For

Mr. Ralph Murphy, 59

Mr. Jamal Mcnair, 30

a resident of Lewis Street who died in December, 2022

He is survived by Margery Evans; care giver: West Street, Vesey Street and Blue Hill Road Community

Funeral arrangements are being finalize and will be announced at a later date.

a resident of Yellow Elder Gardens who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, 20th December, 2022.

He is survived by his mother: Margaret Murphy; daughters: Mayer & Valarie Murphy, Lilnique MurphyGrant; sons: Renaldo Murphy, Ashley Alcock, Thomas Robinson and Noel Bain and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalize and will be announced at a later date.

a resident of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera who died in December, 2022

He is survived by his mother: Betty Stubbs; step father: Alexander Farrington Sr.; step parents: Doug and Jennifer Glenn; brothers: Jermaine, Kenroy, Andrew (deceased) Michael, Alex Jr., Rajeev; sisters: Janet, Shanna, Annie, Angela and Odell and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalize and will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice For

Patrice Johnson, 55

of Free Town died on Thursday, 15th December, 2022 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

She is survived by her son: Davaughn Smith; granddaughter: T’Liyah Smith; sister: Naomi Ferguson; two brothers: Paul Johnson Reserve Sgt. 1135 of the R.B.P.F. and Preston Johnson and a host of other relatives and friends.

Professional comforting care is provided by Curtis Memorial Mortuary.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice For Etienne Cox, 70

of Marshall Road and formerly of Hard Hill, Acklins died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, 15th December, 2022.

He is survived by his wife: Rev. Vernice Cox JP; 4 daughters: Sherry, Alecia, Latoya and Kishma Cox; 2 sons: Sherlin and Tyrek Cox; 2 sisters: Rosemarie Rigby and Melvern Seymour; 4 brothers: Franklyn, Birchanal Cox, Superintendent David Cox of the Royal Bahamas Police Force and Sgt. 145 Landlord Cox of the Royal Bahamas Police Force; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. May his soul Rest In Peace.

Cynthia Theresa Moss, 83

of Halls Close off Gladstone Road died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, December 20th, 2022.

She is survived by her children: Benjamin, Belinda, Christine, Jacinta Jacqueline and Jonathan; brother: Phylmos Hall; sister: Meryl Butler and other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be announced at a later date.

Death Notices For

Cynthia Delores Taylor, 73

Romario Robert Hield, 21

a resident of Kims Crescent died at her residence on Thursday, December 15th, 2022.

She is survived by her children: Monique Taylor, Michelle Taylor, Maranda Young and Dencil Taylor; grandchildren: Nathan Major, Thorne Edwards, Almano Mitchell, Crystal Edwards, Chrishane Taylor, Dominique Taylor, Rodney Taylor, Deante Taylor, Kendera and Kenella Turnquest; siblings: Rebecca, Peter, Paul, Anthony and Hasting Taylor and other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be announced at a later date.

a resident of Sumner Street died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, December 20th 2022

He is survived by his parents: Samson and Tiesha Hield; sisters: Samantha Hield, Robin McKay and Samia Hield; brothers: Samson Hield Jr. and Joshua Hield; grandparents: Heavan Walker and Alman Reid and other relatives and friend.

Funeral service will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice For

Clerose Pierre, 63

a resident of King Street off Balliou Road died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, 20th December, 2022.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Bishop hails ‘important achievement’ of Independence in Christmas message

THE president of the Bahamas Christian Council, Bishop Delton Fernander, has looked towards the 50th anniversary of Independence in his Christmas message, calling it an “important achievement”.

He said in his message: “Once again we have the privilege of celebrating another Christmas season. This year, more than most, we should be grateful to God for preserving our lives to see the end of the COVID-19 global pandemic and a full return to normalcy. We can now freely gather and commemorate the birth of our Saviour in a way that we were not able to last year or the year before.

“As we do gather and return to carrying out the traditions of the season, we cannot forget where God has brought us from. We cannot and should not forget that there are still people in our country in need of help and a resurgence of hope. The real reason for the season must take precedence over materialistic endeavors. Acknowledging the principles set forth in the Bible, it is understood that the ability to give signifies the presence of abundance or overflow. In the book of Luke 6:38,

Jesus said, ‘give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you’. As you contemplate your giving this year, please remember those that are challenged this Christmas.

“As this year draws to a close and a new one ushered in, we find ourselves firmly on the road towards 50 years of independence as a nation. This is an important achievement as we witness war and strife in countries around the world, even in our close neighborhoods. In my view, this should be a time of collective reflection on how far we have come, what we have achieved and what is still yet to be accomplished. We must set our compass toward a prosperous future built strongly on reverence for God, Bahamian ingenuity and a commitment to excellence.

“We have endured a lot in recent years. In our times of trouble not only was our faith tested but God showed himself to be our ever loving Father. For some of us He has been a provider, for others a healer and for yet more of us, He has granted us peace of mind. We cannot take for granted the fact that we are alive especially in a time when so many of our loved ones and friends are no longer with us. Our living means that our life’s purpose is yet to be fulfilled. In this case, we should all find our place where we can not only carry the message of Christ but make a difference in our country. We cannot continue to sit on the sidelines while the contribution of others dictate the trajectory of our country. As Bahamians we must once again take that reigns and that means that we must be prepared to work together for the common and greater good of us all.

“The necessity of isolation and separation during the pandemic changed the way some of us worship. Hebrews 10:25 states, ‘not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much

the more as you see the Day approaching’. It is time to return to church if you have not already. The work of the Kingdom needs as many hands as possible to ensure that as many souls as possible are saved and as many people as possible to helped.

“It is my hope that we do not squander the potential of this new year by making empty resolutions for ourselves. As Christians, we should recommit ourselves to boldly carrying the banner of Christ wherever we go remembering that we are called to be the salt of the earth. As Bahamians, we must all commit to doing our part, big or small, in making The Bahamas a better place.

“On behalf of the Bahamas Christian Council, the wider Christian community, myself and my family, I wish every Bahamian and those living within our shores a very Merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year. Please find the time to visit the church of your choice.

“May God continue to bless you and may God bless the Commonwealth of The Bahamas.”

BISHOP DELTON

An explosion of gospel music

By JEFFARAH GIBSON | Tribune Features Writer jgibson@tribunemedia.net

Aworship experience like no other sums up last Sunday’s concert featuring headliner, international gospel star Todd Dulaney.

Attendees were treated to an explosion of gospel music that took them to a higher level of worship.

Bahamians of all denominations came out in droves for the special free concert featuring the recording gospel star and other local acts.

The artist brought his unique brand of praise and worship to Baha Mar grand ballroom. Local performers also raised the roof with their own performances hitting all the right notes and keys. They included Shaback, Tabernacle Choir and 3P Mime who ministered in dance.

During his performance, the “Victory Belongs to Jesus” singer expressed his gratitude to come to the islands and minister to people.

His performance was energetic from start to finish. The singer was also gracious enough to allow a cadre of Bahamian singers join him on stage along with his band. Together they offered a heartwarming medley that moved attendees, some to tears and some to shouts of praise.

Another unique and aweinspiring moment came when Dulaney allowed Bahamian gospel artist Colyn Kristopher share the stage with him to perform “King of Glory”. For nearly ten minutes, Colyn belted the lyrics to Dulaney’s hit song while the gospel star himself offered background vocals.

Later, Colyn shared with Facebook followers how the moment was certainly one that will live with him for a lifetime;

he got to share the stage with one of his gospel heroes. He shared to his Facebook page: “God is always faithful. I especially wanna point out how faithful He has been this year. To celebrate my birthday in September, I wanted to be a part of a showcase that Todd Dulaney was having in Chicago.

I just wanted to be in the room and have that experience, and my manager @gandhipinder and mentor @sherwingardnermusic jumped on board, they dedicated time, prepared and supported me through the entire process. Long story short, I was able to finally met one of my Heros in praise worship and that brought so much joy to be able to meet and perform for him. Fast forward 12.18.2022 will be a night I will always remember.

The night where I got to minister with one of my heros! @ todddulaney1 you have been a blessing to me over the years and you still are. I look forward to what God has in store for us in 2023. Blessings to you brother.”

The event was held as part of last week’s Don’t Blink Home Run Derby in Paradise baseball event. The event featured The Cancer Treatment Centers of America Celebrity softball game, Atlantis Paradise Harbour, a kid's camp, an official welcome party.

The main event took place last Saturday with the HomeRun Derby’s return to the Montagu foreshore.

The event is the brainchild of pro Bahamian baseball players Lucius Fox and Todd Isaacs Jr.

A new initiative to the week of festivities was the Prayer to Praise event, featuring the former minor league prospect turned gospel singer.

Dulaney spent most of his life pursuing a baseball career, playing 5 years of professional baseball. Now, his joy comes from serving the Lord in any and every capacity of life. He is steadfast and sold out to God and his eyes are focused on ministry and fulfilling His purpose. Todd’s dream is to write music, which ministers to the heart of God and touches the

heart of man. Not what’s hot, but what delivers, what heals, what restores, music that God inhabits.

Born December 20, 1983 in Maywood, IL, Dulaney grew up as a singer and an elite athlete. After graduating from high school in 2001, Dulaney was drafted from Community College in Mt. Carmel, IL, by the New York Mets to pursue a professional baseball career. While refining his athletic skills, Dulaney realized that there was a higher calling upon his life. He accepted an invitation to travel and perform background vocals for gospel artist and Grammy winner Smokie Norful.

Todd has worked and shared the stage with many awardwinning artists, including Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Jessica Reedy, Maurette Brown-Clark, Michelle Williams, Donnie McClurkin, Fred Hammond, Dr Bobby Jones, Ernest Pugh, TRIN-I-TEE 5:7, Nicole and David Binion, Tye Tribett and Donnie McClurkin just to name a few.

Ebenezer’s Exuma giveaway

By Vanessa Smith

UNDER the theme, “put a smile on a child’s face”, Ebenezer church in Farmer’s Hill, Exuma, joined hands with Peace and Plenty hotel along with other second home owners and businesses for their Christmas Giveaway event. It was a time of gift giving and much festivities. One could have felt the Christmas as the gifts were lined up for children aged up to 17. The

boys and girls enjoyed the bouncing castle, the ping pong table, the giant Connect 4 game, as well as throwing basketball hoops. There was a variety of food selection including hot dogs, pizza, cotton candy, popcorn and snow corn.

Deacon Urban Smith, of Ebenezer, along with general manager Patrick Faas of Peace & Plenty engaged the children in a pep talk and encouraged them to sing Christmas

songs and to always be mannerly and obedient to their parents. They reminded the young ones that Jesus is the reason for the season. Mr Faas and his team were delighted to participate.

Other sponsors included Ooley Lejuene, Derel Apfel, E10 Construction, Bob & Gina Ciconte, Shane & Lisa Corbitt, Elias Gonzalez, David Plum, Exuma Building Supplies and Ridgeland Law Chambers.

Archbishop looks towards 'horizon of hope'

Archbishop Patrick Pinder hailed the "horizon of hope" that must guide our lives in his Christmas message.

He said: "Once again we come to celebrate the Feast and Season of Christmas. This is a very special time of year. It is a time when we have festive gatherings with family and friends. This is a time when we pause to hear the message of hope and happiness which is the essence of the Christmas Story. That message as preserved for us in the Gospel of Luke is proclaimed at Midnight Mass. This is what it says: 'Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.'

(Luke 2:14)

"In grasping the meaning and significance of this message, we reach back in time to the Prophet Isaiah. He assures us that: 'The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. Upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shone'. (Isaiah 9:1)

"This is certainly a message of hope. There is nothing more inviting than a ray of light when we are lost in darkness. There are few things more desirable than a source of brightness to offset our gloom.

"We certainly had our share of gloom over the past few years with a persistent pandemic weighing down upon us. Even now as the situation begins to ease a bit, one hears talk of a 'tripledemic'.

"The gloom which visits our lives from time to time can be unkind to hope. The darkness we may experience can have so many points of origin. It could be a global pandemic. It may be the sudden and unexpected bad news about the health of a relative or friend or about

our own health. A family tragedy can shroud us in darkness. Failure in business or career can cast a shadow of gloom over us, so too can rejection and betrayal in relationships. This Christmas, we cannot forget the pall of darkness cast over our community by the unacceptably high number of murders this year.

"Surely darkness can overshadow us in many ways, shapes and forms. Whatever the nature of the darkness and gloom which might overshadow us however, the words of the Prophet Isaiah are intended for us. 'The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. Upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom, a light has shone'.

"A glimmer of that light is felt in the fact that we were spared the destructive force of hurricanes this year even though we had a close call.

"The words of the prophet Isaiah are echoed with a greater fullness in the Gospel where it says:

'Today in the city of David a saviour has been born for you who is Messiah and Lord.'

(Luke 2:11)

"This is the message of Christmas. To elaborate it even further, we find these words in the Letter to Titus. '... the grace of God has appeared, saving all and training us to reject godless ways and worldly desires and to live temperately, justly and devoutly in this age ... eager to do what is good.'

(Titus 2:11-14)

This joyful and hopeful message is the story of Emmanuel, God's presence in our midst.

We are told this: "Let us put it very simply: Humanity needs God, otherwise we remains without hope."

"This horizon of hope must not just be an idea it must be a guiding motivation in our lives. The Christmas Story is a story about a family, the Holy Family. So we do not merely think of family at this time of the year. Rather, we commit ourselves to good, strong, healthy family life. After all, healthy family life is the basis of a healthy society. Indeed: 'In a healthy family life we experience some of the fundamental elements of peace: justice and love between brothers and sisters; the role of authority expressed by parents; loving concern for the members who are weaker because of youth, sickness or old age; mutual help in the necessities of life, readiness to accept others and, if necessary to forgive them.'

"'Glory to God in the highest' is the song of the angels at the first Christmas and in our worship we sing that great song of praise throughout the year. Surely this is a reminder that the spirit of hope and joy and generosity which we associate with Christmas should remain with us all year round.

"Let us keep before us the reality that Christmas is not just a commercial or secular event. It is primarily a religious celebration. It is a celebration of God sharing our world, our condition, our human nature and giving us all a dignity beyond measure. In Christmas, the infinite has come to us in the form of an infant. This causes us to look at everyone and respect their dignity."

He added: "So, let us celebrate Christmas for the duration of the Liturgical Season. Christmas does not end with Boxing Day. The Christmas Season ends with the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. That will be January 9 this time around. Feel free to keep your Christmas decorations up until then.

"The work of Christmas must happen all year long. In essence

that means doing all that we can to build our families, our communities and our nation into places of caring, compassion, concern and commitment for the wellbeing of all.

"May the favor of God come to rest upon each of us this Christmas Day and remain with us always. Merry Christmas!"

ARCHBISHOP PATRICK PINDER

CHURCH ON CHRISTMAS SUNDAY…WHY

By ALESHA CADET | Tribune Features Reporter acadet@tribunemdia.net

THE HOLIDAY cheer and joy that surrounds the Christmas holiday season, for many, is full of love, laughter and family.

In many households it is tradition to attend a Christmas Day church service after opening up the gifts, mixing and mingling. Tribune Religion spoke to a number of Bahamians whom shared their thoughts.

“Who doesn’t love attending church on Christmas Day with family. It is the feeling. I mean, even the King and Queen, and members of the Royal Family will attend the morning service at the parish church of St Mary Magdalene, Sandringham, on Christmas Day. It is just something about having your entire family with you all weekend, and culminating it all with a great worship from God,” said Rika Deal.

Ava Bethell added: “Well we know Christmas doesn’t always fall on Sundays, but this year it does. As a Catholic, whichever day Christmas falls, we usually have a service so I’ll speak to that. I remember growing up, no matter how tired we were from staying up all night and waking up early to open gifts - our parents made sure we got ready in time to attend church. I love new things so wearing my new Christmas dress to church was always something I loved doing.”

She went on to say she remembers dressing alike

with her sister in beautiful gowns to match the season.

“There are so many great memories tied to my childhood Christmas, and church. And for some reason the church is extra filled with visitors and people that are home for the holidays. The carols are sung at an all time high and the worship is always on point. After praising the good Lord, we are headed home for more family time and fun. But I love that it starts in the house of the Lord,” said Ava.

For Caroline Forbes, the importance of attending church on Christmas Day is the same as attending every Sunday, for worship.

“To celebrate life in the way that is fulfilling and thankful. But I would say, around Christmas time is always a good time and feeling because you reflect on the year that has passed, you made it nearly at the end and by your side you have your family and friends you love. That is the greatest gift, life. The only person I see fitting to give thanks for this life and all that we have is God himself. So it is only right we serve him during this time of the year and all year around,” said Caroline.

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Youth Power Group hosts basketball tournament

Youth Power Group (YPG) of The Universal Church of the Kingdom of God hosted its first basketball tournament and community family day to benefit the youth of Nassau and their families. The tournament took place on Saturday, December 10, at Edmund Moxey Youth Community Centre at 10am. About 200 people attended and took part in the event this included youth, children, and the elderly from various communities. The primary focus of this event was to lead the youths to the presence of God, this tournament provided us the opportunity to pray for the nation and bring youth together in a peaceful environment to play basketball.