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MEMORIAL SERVICE OF PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING FOR THE LATE

Daybreak (Date Of Birth): SEPTEMBER 13TH, 1966 Eventide (Date Of Death):OCTOBER 5TH, 2021 AGE: 55YRS

Daybreak (Date Of Birth): NOVEMBER 2ND, 1963 Eventide (Date Of Death): OCTOBER 25TH, 2021 Age: 57

ZION BAPTIST CHURCH

Established 1835-B.M.S.-London East And Shirley Streets • Nassau, N.P. The Bahamas

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH, 2021 AT 11:00 A.M. Officiating: REV. JULIAN LAING Assisted By: REV. T.G. MORRISON ULRIC SMITH II (REV.)

ANTHONY SAMPSON (REV.) AND OTHER ASSOCIATE MINISTERS/DEACONS/EVANGELISTS

Interment: LAKEVIEW GARDENS, John. F. Kennedy Drive, Nassau, The Bahamas DAWS O N A N D C H E RY L B A I N - 2

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{ SEPTEMBER 13TH, 1966 - OCTOBER 5TH, 2021 }

EARLY LIFE

On September 13th, 1965, on the beautiful island of Matthew Town, Inagua, the late Rev. Godfrey & Barbara Bain welcomed their beautiful red-haired baby boy into the world. He was given the name Dawson Timothy, a feisty, spirited fireball, and a true force to be reckoned with. He began his early education at Inagua All Age School and saw that experience as one of fun and adventure. Not a stranger to mischief, he was courageous, daring and a lover of dogs. He took joy in training them to be just as rambunctious as he was. He also enjoyed spending time with his best friend and older brother Tyrone, a close relationship he would continue throughout the course of his life.

WORK LIFE

Dawson enjoyed working with his hands and followed in his father’s footstep in gaining employment with Morton Salt Company on the island of Inagua. He excelled in his field as a Welder and eventually worked his way up to becoming a Tradesman IV. He remained in the company’s employ for 31 years. Dawson was a dreamer, a visionary and a hard worker who set his eyes on becoming a businessman. In addition to his regular employment, he eventually became self-employed in the area of machinery. This was a role that he loved and maintained for over 15 years.

FAMILY LIFE

In the late eighties, Dawson began dating his soul mate, Cheryl Aileen. This was a match that he quickly became enamored with, a match that stood the test of time, a

match that resulted in marriage as foretold by his mother.

In September 1991, Dawson began his journey into fatherhood with birth of his beautiful daughter Dorchelle, who quickly became the apple of his eye. On October 16th, 1993, Cheryl and Dawson became husband and wife and in December 1998 they welcomed another princess, Chelsea.

CHURCH & COMMUNITY LIFE

Under the tutelage of his father and Pastor of Zion Baptist Church, Inagua, Dawson was active in his church. There, they worked together side-by-side to ensure the upkeep of the church. For most of his life he was a member of the choir, later he became an usher and eventually became a part of the fund raising committee. He also was very community minded and often looked for ways to push the community forward. As he grew older, he became increasingly passionate about politics and the progression of his community. In 2019, Dawson was given the honor of becoming a Justice of the Peace, a role that he cherished and was so proud of.

ASSIGNMENT COMPLETE

On September 16th, 2021, Dawson proudly completed his final duties in both his recreational and professional life. Then on September 20th, along with his wife, he boarded Bahamas Air for a final time leaving Inagua for the capital, Nassau. He became ill shortly thereafter and was admitted to Doctor’s hospital. Finally, on October 5th, he transitioned to his heavenly home to be united with his Savior and the many loved ones he lost not long ago.

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LEFT TO CHERISH FOND MEMORIES ARE HIS: Princesses: Dorchelle & Chelsea Bain

Grandkids: Talaya & Tanajh Palacious

Boston, Nathan & Michael Bailey, Destiny & D’Shea Knowles, Rolando Roker Jr., Corey Sweeting.

Uncles: Godfrey Cunningham

Brothers: Cedric, Tyrone & Dexter Bain

Aunts: Mrs. Bloneva Darville, Deaconess Willamae Cunningham & Rev. Persis Cunningham.

Pinder, Aldrea, & Lavanda Bain & Camille Bennett

Godmother: Cecelia Ewing

Sisters: Janice McKinney, Wendy Bain, Barbara Brothers-in-Law: Benjamin Bailey, Don Pinder, Terry Bennett, Stanley Williams, Wellington & Quinton Ellis, Kervin Hanchell, Neville Cox, Fred McKay Sisters-in-Law: Ursula, & Renecia Bain, Sadie Jean Williams, Norma Hanchell, Doreen Cox, Jen McKay, Vivienne Ellis

Nieces & Nephews: Manny Charlton

(Nickisia), Loriann Knowles (Dale), Alecia & Tia Bailey, Valda Sturrup (Philip), Vandrea Claridge (Michael) Valencia McKinney, Tamiko, Tristan & Trevell Bain, D’Andrea, Dianca & Donnell Pinder, Ronald Jr, Rochelle, Rolando (Antonia) & Rovard Roker, Tyrone Bain Jr. Matthew McAlpine & Michelle Boston (Rashard), Dereja, Makaila, & Alecia Bain, Jordan Bennett, Ruby Palacious, Ken (Tanya) Williams, Dr. Keran (Frednor) Toussaint, Kirkley (Keisy) Williams. Odessa (Ken) Rolle, Ora (Eurico) Weir, Kervin Jr., Oneil (Twyla) Ellis, Latoya (Alciano) Burrows, Willish Ellis, Fredreon Mckay, Trayll Wilkie, Torrington (Marsha) Cox, Trent and Takeo Cox, Aaron and Quintaya Ellis, Govanni and Kaisha Hanchell

Grand Nieces & Nephews: Vallent,

Joshua, Keely Charlton, Philip Sturrup III, Vanessa, Michaela & Judah Claridge, Brianna McKinney, Tiaisha & Tazahria Bain, Kayden Kenny, Ronald Roker III, Tanae Roker, Riley Roker, Rinique Roker, Ternajah Ferguson, Xavier McAlpine, Zariah & Zakari

Godchildren: Gabrielle Nixon, Ashley

Seymour, Loriann Russell, Diverne Ingraham Jr. & Phileah Cox.

Special Family & Friends: The Extended Bain CLAN, The Allen Family, The Pritchard Family, The Cartwright Family, The Nixon Family Clan, The Cunningham Family, The Darville Family, The Turnquest Family, Gwen Cartwright & Family, The Ellis Family, The Ingraham Family, The Evans Family, Mrs. Annie Green & Family, Nurse Electa Lloyd, Maxine Thompson, Ronald Roker, Ashley Turnquest, Clement McKinney, Vivian Moultrie, Maria Pickering & Family, Ethalyn Cartwright & Family, Rev. Julian & Phylea Laing & Zion Baptist Church Family (Inagua), Rev. T. G. & Royanne Morrison, Pastor Dave & Rose Butler, Pastor Muriel McIntosh & Family, Pastor Napthali & Sarah Cooper & Cooper Family (Millars, Long Island, Bishop Patrick & Maria Rodriquez, Pastor Dinahmae Mackey & Family, Rev. Simeon & Nicole Outten, Ramon Herrera, Gloria Cox & Family, Luther Mortimer, Leopold Mullings, Flavy & Sheena Cox, Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Durham, Lorinder Allen, Clayton Seymour & Family, Colleagues of Morton Bahamas, The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas, Philip Brave Davis, Hon. Basil McIntosh, Hon. V. Alfred Gray, Hon. Glenys HannaMartin, Hon. Michael Darville, Hon. Frederick Mitchell, Hon. Obediah Wilchcombe, Inagua PLP Branch, PLP Stalwart Councilors, and the Entire Community of Great Inagua, Bahamas.

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{ NOVEMBER 2ND, 1963 - OCTOBER 25TH, 2021 }

A Time to be Born On the beautiful island of Great Inagua, November

2nd, 1963 Thomas and Annie Ellis welcomed their daughter Cheryl Aileen. She along with the others was a joy to her proud parents. She was quiet, kind -hearted and a very active member attending Sunday school and both Sunday morning and night services at St. Philips Anglican Church. This also molded Cheryl into the person she grew to be.

A Time to Learn Cheryl received her early education at Inagua All Age School and later attended Pierson High School, South Caicos, in her later years. There she graduated and received her high school diploma.

Upon completion, she returned home to the island of Inagua to obtain employment.

A time to Work In 1982, she was one of the founding members of

Busy Bee Pre-School where she taught for three years. Later in 1985, she began her career at Morton Bahamas Limited in the Stock Department, and after a number of years she was transferred to the Human Resources Department. Cheryl was a dedicated, honest and hardworking woman, who found joy in helping others. After 31 years of

employment, she retired from Morton Bahamas in January, 2021. Not one to sit still, she continued doing things that made her happy including baking, reading and spending time at home with family. She would often say “I love being at home”

A time to Love On October 16th, 1993 Cheryl got married to her

prince charming and the love of her life, Dawson Bain. They enjoyed each other’s company especially in their later years. Every evening she was spoiled with long rides from one end of the island to the other, which she enjoyed immensely. Cheryl loved her family and never missed out on our special events, going above and beyond to ensure time was well spent. She was a precious gift given to us

by God and as the youngest sister, she was dearly loved. She was quiet, shy, caring, compassionate and always possessed a positive attitude. Our baby sister always reciprocated the love that was shown to her, a true example of a virtuous woman.

A time to Die

On September 20th 2021, Cheryl and Dawson left their home, and several days she was admitted into Doctors Hospital where she was hospitalized for one month. On October 25th, 2021 Cheryl quietly slipped from time to eternity to be with the Lord.

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A time to Mourn

LEFT TO CHERISH HER BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES ARE HER: Precious daughters: Dorchelle and Chelsea

Bain

Loving son: Tereco Palacious (pre-deceased) Grandchildren: Talaya and Tenaj Palacious

Siblings:Jean (Stanley) Williams, Norma (Kervin) Hanchell, Wellington (Vivian) Ellis, Jenny (Freddie) Mckay, Doreen (Neville) Cox, Quinton Ellis Aunts: Maria Minnis, Ivy Williams

Sister in Laws: Janice Mckinney, Wendy Bain, Aldrea Bain, Barbara (Don) Pinder, Lavander, Camille (Terry) Bennett Brothers in Law: Cedric (Izzie), Tyrone (Barbara -deceased) and Dexter Bain

Nieces /Nephews: Ken (Tanya) Williams, Dr.

Keran (Frednor) Toussaint, Kirkley (Keisy) Williams.

Odessa (Ken) Rolle, Ora (Eurico) Weir, Kervin Jr., Oneil (Twyla) Ellis, Latoya (Alciano), Burrows, Willish Ellis, Fredreon Mckay, Trayll Wilkie, Torrington (Marsha) Cox, Trent and Takeo Cox, Aaron and Quintaya Ellis, Govanni, Kaisha Hanchell, Manny Charlton (Nickisia), Loriann Knowles (Dale), Alecia & Tia Bailey, Valda Sturrup (Philip), Vandrea Claridge (Michael) Valencia McKinney, Tamiko, Tristan & Trevell Bain, D’Andrea, Dianca & Donnell Pinder, Ronald Jr, Rochelle, Rolando (Antonia) & Rovard Roker, Tyrone Bain Jr. Matthew McAlpine & Michelle Boston (Rashard), Dereja, Makaila, & Alecia Bain, Jordan Bennett

Neice in law: Vivian Ellis

Cousins: Clayton (Marge) Seymour, Dennis (Ludis) Seymour, Lincoln and Valentino Seymour, Barbara Fox, Shonia (Lavern) Ingraham, Janice, Kathy and Nicole Minnis, Valarie (Duane) Piper, Brenda (Milton) Daley, Gertrude (Franklyn) Lightourne, Desmond, Sandra, Pamela and Michael (Kim) Lightbourne, Monique, Corleen, Brent and Astrid Williams. Jean (Cleve) Outten, Waite, Randy and George Ellis,Carol (Rony ) Bastien, Sanika (Alvin) Harvey, Paula (Pete) Parker, Nadine (Wilfred) Moline, Ron (Juana) Hall, Benny Hall, Peggy and Sam (Jamaica), Davette Lundy, Monalisa and Cheri Hanna, Dorothy Smith Other Relatives & Friends: Gloria Cox,

Iona Cox, Ronald Roker, Walter & Cecelia Ewing, Katherine Rahaming, Monette (Andrew) Cartwight, Alfreda Allen & Family, Audrey Mortiner & Family, Sislyn Mcintosh and Family, Stephen & Debra Cartwight, Luther Mortimer & Family, Lucy Hamilton.

Families: Ewings, Cartwights, Bains, Hannas, Seymours, Arnetts, Penns, Lightbournes, Benebys, Palacious, Nixons, Hanchells, Rev & Mrs. Laing, Zion Baptist Church Family and the entire community of Inagua.

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ORDER OF SERVICE WORSHIP LEADER.................................................................................................................................. T.G. MORRISON (REV.) SEATING OF MEMORIES ............................................................................................................................. MUSICAL PRELUDE ARRIVAL OF THE FAMILY...................................................................................................................“OH, WHAT A SUNRISE”

Reverencing the Eternal God OPENING HYMN........................................................................................................................................ “HEAVEN’S JUBILEE” Some glad morning we shall see, Jesus in the air Coming after you and me, joy is ours to share What rejoicing there will be, when the saints shall rise Headed for that jubilee, yonder in the skies Oh what singing, oh what shouting On that happy morning when we all shall rise Oh what glory, Hallelujah When we meet our blessed Savior in the skies Seems that now I almost see, all the sainted dead Rising for that jubilee, that is just ahead In the twinkling of an eye, changed with them to be All the living saints to fly, to that jubilee.

When with all that heavenly host, we begin to sing Singing in the Holy Ghost, how the heavens will ring Millions there will join the song, with them we shall be Praising Christ through ages long, heaven’s jubilee.

PRAYER OF INVOCATION................................... REVEREND ULRIC SMITH JR., FULL-TIME ASSOCIATION MINISTER PRAYER RESPONSE….......................................................................................................……... “I NEED THEE EVERY HOUR” I need Thee ev’ry hour, Most gracious Lord; No tender voice like Thine Can peace afford.

I need Thee ev’ry hour, Stay Thou nearby; Temptations lose their pow’r When Thou art nigh.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee; Ev’ry hour I need Thee; Oh, bless me now, my Savior, I come to Thee.

I need Thee ev’ry hour, In joy or pain; Come quickly and abide, Or life is vain.

I need Thee ev’ry hour, Teach me Thy will; And Thy rich promises In me fulfill.

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Recalling Precious Memories OBITUARY ..........................................................................................................................................................READ LEISURELY SELECTION................................................................................................................................... INAGUA COMMUNITY CHOIR TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE AND TIMES................................................................................................... MONETT CARTWRIGHT LUTHER MORTIMER SOLO........................................................................................................................................................................... BRIAN EVANS CONGREGATIONAL SONG…........................................................................................................................... “I’LL FLY AWAY” Some glad morning when this life is over I’ll fly away To a home on God’s celestial shore I’ll fly away

Just a few more weary days and then I’ll fly away To a land where joy shall never end I’ll fly away

I’ll fly away, oh, Glory I’ll fly away When I die, Hallelujah, by and by I’ll fly away

I’ll fly away, oh, Glory I’ll fly away When I die, Hallelujah, by and by I’ll fly away Yeah, when I die, Hallelujah, by and by I’ll fly away

CONDOLENCES.............................................................................................. KERVIN HANCHELL SR. (BROTHER-IN-LAW) HON. FRED MITCHELL, MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS RT. HON PHILLIP DAVIS, PRIME MINISTER OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS

Revived by the Eternal Word MEDITATIVE SELECTION….............................................................................................................................JEREMY RUSSELL JEWISH SCRIPTURE................................................................................................................... MICHELLE BOSTON (NIECE) RESPONSORIAL SONG…................................................................ “THROUGH ALL THE CHANGING SCENES OF LIFE” Through all the changing scenes of life, In trouble and in joy, The praises of my God shall still My heart and tongue employ.

The hosts of God encamp around The dwellings of the just; Deliverance He affords to all Who on His succor trust.

Oh, magnify the Lord with me, With me exalt His name; When in distress to Him I called, He to my rescue came.

Oh, make but trial of His love, Experience will decide How blest they are, and only they, Who in His truth confide.

Fear Him, ye saints, and you will then Have nothing else to fear; Make you His service your delight, Your wants shall be His care.

CHRISTIAN SCRIPTURE............................................................................................................MONALISA HANNA (COUSIN) MUSICAL SELECTION........................................................................................................................................................................

WORD OF HOPE EXPOUNDED................................................................................................................. REV. JULIAN LAING PASTOR, ZION BAPTIST CHURCH, INAGUA

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PRAYER FOR THE FAMILY................................................................................................................. PASTOR DAVID BUTLER CLOSING SONG…................................................................................................... “HOLD TO GOD’S UNCHANGING HAND” Time is filled with swift transition, Naught of earth unmoved can stand, Build your hopes on things eternal, Hold to God’s unchanging hand.

Trust in Him who will not leave you, Whatsoever years may bring, If by earthly friends forsaken Still more closely to Him cling.

Hold to God’s unchanging hand, Hold to God’s unchanging hand; Build your hopes on things eternal, Hold to God’s unchanging hand.

Covet not this world’s vain riches That so rapidly decay, Seek to gain the heav’nly treasures, They will never pass away.

When your journey is completed, If to God you have been true, Fair and bright the home in glory Your enraptured soul will view.

RECESSIONAL.............................................................................................................. CHOIR, MINISTER, PICTURES, FAMILY “THE DAY THOU GAVEST IS ENDED” The day Thou gavest, Lord, is ended, The darkness falls at Thy behest; To Thee our morning hymns ascended, Thy praise shall sanctify our rest.

As o’er each continent and island The dawn leads on another day, The voice of prayer is never silent, Nor dies the strain of praise away.

We thank Thee that Thy church, unsleeping, While earth rolls onward into light, Through all the world her watch is keeping, And rests not now by day or night.

The sun that bids us rest is waking Our brethren ’neath the western sky, And hour by hour fresh lips are making Thy wondrous doings heard on high.

So be it, Lord; Thy throne shall never, Like earth’s proud empires, pass away: Thy kingdom stands, and grows forever, Till all Thy creatures own Thy sway.

Liturgy of Burial PRESIDING MINISTER............................................................................................................................ T.G. MORRISON (REV.) PRAYER........................................................................................................................................... ANTHONY SAMPSON (REV.) “CITY OF GOLD”

There’s a city of light where there cometh no night, ‘Tis a city of beauty of untold; All my treasures are there and its beauty I’ll share When I get to that city of gold.

When I leave all trouble and care, I will say good morning up there; I will have great gladness untold, When I get to that city of gold.

There’s no sorrow up there in that city so fair And no sickness can enter I’m told; Shadows all will have flown, I will meet friends I’ve known When we get to that city of gold.

Won’t you go there with me to the home of the free, Would you see heaven’s beauty unfold?

If you will come along we will sing heaven’s song, When we get to that city of gold.

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“GLAD REUNION DAY” There will be a happy meeting in Heaven, I know When we see the many loved ones we’ve known here below Gathered on that blessed hilltop with hearts all aglow That will be a glad reunion day Glad day (that will be a happy day yes), a wonderful day Glad day (that will be a happy day yes), a wonderful day There with all the holy angels and loved ones to stay That will be a glad reunion day.

When we live a million years in that wonderful place Basking in the love of Jesus, beholding His face It will seem but just a moment of praising His grace That will be a glad reunion day.

“WHEN PEACE LIKE A RIVER When peace like a river attendeth my way, when sorrows like sea billows roll; whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say, “It is well, it is well with my soul.”

It is well with my soul; it is well, it is well with my soul.

Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come, let this blest assurance control: that Christ has regarded my helpless estate, and has shed his own blood for my soul.

My sin oh, the bliss of this glorious thought! my sin, not in part, but the whole, is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more; praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!

O Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight, the clouds be rolled back as a scroll; the trump shall resound and the Lord shall descend; even so, it is well with my soul.

SCRIPTURAL ENCOURAGEMENT ........................................................................................................ T. G. MORRISON COMMITTAL ................................................................................................................................ PASTOR JULIAN LAING CLOSING PRAYER & BENEDICTION

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TRIBUTE TO UN T I L WE M E E T AGA I N A father’s love is unmatched; his dedication to family knows no end. His comforting smile and laughter can make the dullest grey duties beam with excitement and joy. His knowledge surpasses all of your understanding and helps you flourish pass even your imaginations.

Daddy you were a legend, our counselor, teacher, bush mechanic and above all our best friend. Although you are gone your love will always carry us through forever and always.

A mother’s love is tender and pure. She is a nurse when we are sick, a nurturer, best friend, confidant and the glue that kept our family together. Mommy, you were such a sweet and quite angel. You had such a warm and loving soul. You were passionate in everything that you put your hands to and your love for our family knew no bounds.

To say goodbye to such loving parents is the most difficult task of our lives that we must complete but you are forever in our hearts and will continue to live on through us. We will continue to cherish all of the memories and adventures we shared. Rest in Heaven mom and dad. We are comforted in knowing that you will continue to watch over us and your voices will continue to guide us in our journeys through life.

YOUR LOV I NG DAU GH T E R S

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To Our Loving

Sister,

Cheryl

Our hearts were shattered when we learned that our baby sister Cheryl became ill, we were aggrieved knowing that she was experiencing such deep suffering.

Cheryl, we never left you in spirit, we prayed and called on Jesus until the day you were gracefully called away and took your final flight to be with your Lord and Savior.

Chea as we affectionately called you, we will surely miss you, as our siblings’ chain has been broken outwardly, but our link remains firm

and strong as we will continue to honor and treasure the wonderful memories you left with us.

We loved you in life and we will love you in death. Sleep on in peace dear sister until we meet again. For all of us, you gave your best and now the time has come for you to rest.

So go in peace, you have earned your sleep and your love in our hearts we will eternally keep.

Your loving siblings

Sadie Jean, Norma, Wellington, Jenny, Doreen and Quinton

Our Brother Dawson Our brother was one of our heroes in life. We hold on to so many precious memories of a mischievous little boy climbing trees, riding bicycles, shooting BB gun pellets, and just enjoying life. You possessed a largerthan-life personality, the quintessential “big cheese” that never settled for mediocrity. Everything that you did in life was done in grand fashion, and you embraced every opportunity possible for the betterment of yourself and your family both immediate and extended.

You had so much left to offer the world, you accomplished quite a bit in the too short 55 years that God gave you to us. Although, many plans were made, your work on earth was

complete and thus, God called you home to Him. Not satisfied to go alone, you took with you the love of your life, and held on to her tightly and carried her along in that final dance, continuing to enjoy her company in the thereafter. Rest assured, we will continue to watch over your girls and remind them of your legacy. Although you are gone, they will never be alone.

Rest on our beloved brother Dawson, you are in the Savior’s care, we know that Mom and Dad were happy to welcome you home. We will love you always and will never forget you! We will meet again someday and oh what a happy reunion that will be!

Forever in our Hearts!

Your Siblings

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