K Curry

Born: March 5th, 1981 • Died: April 10th, 2023 Age: 42 years Service Held At

CHURCH OF GOD AUDITORIUM Joe Farrington Road Nassau, N.P., The Bahamas

SATURDAY, APRIL 29TH, 2023 AT 10:00 AM. Officiating

BISHOP DANIEL HALL Assisted By

OTHER MINISTERS OF THE GOSPEL Interment

LAKEVIEW MEMORIAL GARDENS & MAUSOLEUM John F. Kennedy Drive & Gladstone Road Nassau, N.P., The Bahamas

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” ~Jesus Christ THE BIRTH OF AN ICON

On the glorious day of Thursday, March 5, 1981, Keith Curry and Susan Lloyd welcomed their first child to the world. A bouncing, exuberant baby girl, whom they named Ketra Shenique.

LIFE, LESSONS AND UNCONDITIONAL LOVE FOR THE HEART

It is said that a grandparent’s love is unconditional. God’s most precious work of art is the warmth and love of a grandparent’s heart.

They are the staple to a child’s upbringing. Ketra was raised by her grandparents, James and Delores Curry (predeceased), who were staple in her life. They were a pivotal source of her strength, wisdom, talent and morals. At an early age, she fell in love with the art of cooking and always enjoyed helping her grandmother in the kitchen. Ketra would invariably be seen creating something in the kitchen. Like her grandmother, she was an amazing cook, host, and fashionista, always ecstatic to cook and entertain her loved ones, while always looking her best. She was truly their heart, and they, hers.

THE TRAINING OF A SHINING STAR: SELFLESS LOVE

Ketra’s education began at Busy Bee Preschool and Saint Bede’s Catholic Primary School, where she was known to be a fun loving and energetic child. She would then attend Saint Augustine’s College, where her attractive personality and cooking skills would then bloom.

Her schoolmates would attest to the fact that her food was delectable and mouth-watering. They would all await her exit from food and nutrition classes. She also participated in numerous other clubs and activities, almost too numerous to count. Ketra was loved and known by many, always destined to be a personality extraordinaire. She graduated from this esteemed institution in the year 2000.

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After venturing out of highschool, Ketra began working at Best Buy Furniture Store. During her tenure at this establishment, her exuberant personality would allow her to form lifelong bonds with her supervisors and colleagues.

While working at this establishment, Ketra welcomed her first gem, Dajanae Angel, into the world. This work family played such a dynamic role in the rearing of her child, taking on the roles of uncles, aunts and godparents alike. Ketra and everything about her was paramount in their eyesight.

On January, 6th, 2005, Ketra blessed the world again, with her second gem, Dejae Emmani. Like her grandparents, James and Delores before her, Ketra was imperative to be an amazing parent and role model, instilling morals and teaching her girls important life skills, inclusive of cooking (that was taught to her) and being focused and driven.

Ketra’s determined and “go getting” personality would always strive for her to want more. In June of 2006, she became an employee for the Department of Environmental Health on Harold Road in the weighbridge. Her phenomenal and motivating work skills would result in her being transferred to the Human Resource Department in 2017. Here, Ketra played pivotal and vital roles to many of her coworkers, such roles were none short of mother, friend, sister and mentor. She was reliable, dependable and a hard worker. She loved and was dedicated to her work family, always going above and beyond the call of duty for them.

A DEVOTED WIFE AND MOTHER

A beautiful person, both inside and out, she would be renowned at “turning heads and stopping hearts.” In December 2013, Ketra made a life changing decision and married the love of her life, and the man who caught her utmost attention and heart, Meko. She and her astounding husband enjoyed traveling, date nights, and most importantly family time. This union was blessed with a beautiful gem by the name of Jae’elle Kalyn. Their love, union, collaboration and commitment to one another would have them jointly be astonishing parents to four beautiful daughters: Dajanae, Dejae,Janiyah and Jae’elle.

Ketra adored her husband and children with all of her heart, mind, body and soul. She held her vows close to her heart, and gave her girls nothing but the best, inclusive of teaching them about Christ.

A FAITHFUL SERVANT

Ketra loved her God, and served him faithfully. Her life’s work, everyday living and gracious soul was a living testimony of being a faithful servant for God. She evangelized herself by giving and sharing to those less fortunate. This remarkable, faithful and blessed servant, placed God at the forefront of her life. She always maintained that her Lord and savior was always in control.

THE PASSION FOR LIVING

Ketra enjoyed life, which was inclusive of fun, laughter, dance and family. For any and every opportunity given, she would plan or host events at their highest regard.

Extravagance and glamor would be provided within every detail. Her great love and appreciation for her family beamed especially, when time to celebrate birthdays and accomplishments. Every moment always displaying her beautiful dimpled smile, phenomenal hospitality and vivacious, rhythmic moves that often made her seem as if she was floating on air.

God, church, family and fashion were always pivotal in her life.

THE SUNSET OF A VALIANT WARRIOR On Monday April 10th, 2023 while on vacation with her husband, children, mother and other relatives, she became ill and was taken to Broward Medical Hospital where she quietly and peacefully slipped into the arms of our Lord and Saviour.

“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:7

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SHE WAS PREDECEASED BY GRANDPARENTS: JAMES AND DOLORES CURRY AND GENEVA LLOYD.

Cherished memories will forever be in the hearts of

HER HUSBAND: Jeffrey Umeko Henfield; CHILDREN: Dajanae, De’jae, Janiyah & Jae’elle; PARENTS: Suzan (Glenville) Johnson & Keith (Virginia) Curry; ADOPTED MOTHER: Patrice Curry; SIBLINGS: Eltaneka (Kristoph) Symonette, Rodesia and Rodney Kelly, Georgette (Rashad) Gittens, Kasey (Garrison) Fox, Keith Jr. and Jamaine Curry; ADOPTED BROTHER: Rollin Joseph; GRANDPARENTS: Cecil Lloyd Sr. and Isual Henfield; AUNTS: Geletha Johnson, Annette (Larry) Burrows, Janita (Joseph) Romer, Alice “Ronnie” Bonaby, Patrice Cooper, Joy (Michael) Smith (Godmother), Cherrel Rolle, Melody (Sherman) Cox and Sarmone Anderso, Shannon Henfield, Sherryann Turnquest, Delerese (Clement) Williams, Audrey Farquharson, Drucilla (Dencil) Taylor and Lavaugh Dean; UNCLES: Rev. Dr. Willis (Dr. Yvette), Deacon William (Oralee) Johnson, Cecil Lloyd Jr., Edward Lloyd, Isaac Rolle, Alexander, Jason (Audra), Dennis, George and Livingston Henfield and their families; GRANDAUNTS: Barbara Cooper, Patsy and Sandra Knowles, Ledoris Lloyd, Fairlyn, Elsiemae, Annis and Sheila Smith; NIECES & NEPHEWS: Keith III, Jamon and Jamaine Curry Jr., Ebonee Walkine, Elkanah & Elkayo Symonette, Caelyn Bowe, Adonis Fox, T’Khai, Nicholas, Laurence Jr., Sherviah, Lauryn and Israel Henfield and Tieanah Dean; ADOPTED GRANDSONS: Jaydyn Armbrister and Craig Butler; PARENTS-IN-LAW: Jefferey and Vivian Henfield; SIBLINGS-IN-LAW: Khalin (T’Arah), Laurence (Kristin), and Christian, Jazmine and Jade Henfield and Chazaro Sturrup; COUSINS: Samantha (Kendal) Higgins, Tequila Pratt, Raphael Johnson, Alpacino (Gabrielle) Cooper, Aja (Gem) Ferguson, Abria Cooper, Diazio And Robert Pratt, Austin Cooper, Ajayi and Ayir, Tanaysha, Malik And Amber Pratt, Reghan Johnson, Linda Demeritte and Family, Judy Knowles, Wendy (Leonard) Bain and Family, Donnelle (Derek) Musgrove and Family, Denise (Dudley) Saunders and Family, Natasha (Kiplin) Rolle and Family, Monique (Raymond) Johnson and Family, Alexia Edgecombe, Wayne (Marion) Edgecombe and Family, Insa (Eldridge) Frith, Charlotte (Clarence) Brice and Family, Sheldon (Lolita) Johnson and Family, Shane (Jessica) Rahming and Family, Helen Rahming, Alvado (Daphne) Rahming, Fabian (Rochelle) Rahming, Nicholas (Lorraine) Rahming and Family, Zenaidia, Zondra, Lynette Benoit, Michael Rahming and Family, Zandal, Zury, Sophia, Phoenicia, Michael Jr. and Miguel Smith, Shanice Smith, Dr. Inga (Will) Pratt and Family, Yoshi (Benjamin) Forbes and Family, Anqunett Holbert and Family, Hawatha (Jimmy Dale) Weathers

and Family, Kenra Knowles, Cale Demeritte and Family, Asp Leonardo (Shafegah), Lewayde (Takira), Jay, Willis (Tekeisha), Joshua (Mia), Rev. Joel (Thea), Jude, Deborah, Giovanni And Donte’ (Erica) Johnson, Jamie Grant Trez Grant, Warren (Alexis), Anthea (Marvin) And Dearren Cartwright, Ebony (Cecil) Roberson, Geronimo (Annmarie) Romer, Monique (Jermaine) Fountain, Cheryl (Mark) Armbrister, Desiree Romer, Charisma (Anthony) Cartwright, Laurece Marshall, Deon Munroe, Sylvia Mckenzie, Lione (Linda), Alfred (Lynette) Smith, Beryl (Leslie) Hanna, Hiram And Charles Smith, Katie, Hubert (Violet),Stanley (Charlene), Demetrius (Shantara) Smith, Trevor (Yolette), Osworth (Lisa), Urban (Thelma), Demetri Smith, Monique (Kent) Armbrister, Andretti Demeritte and Family, Feliciana Cooper and Family, Glenda (Franklyn) Bethel, Marvin And Dwayne Smith, Shavonne Smith, Brayton Morley, Venron Brown, Akeo (Nesha) Rolle, Arsenio (Krystal) Rolle, Freddy (Anthoniece) Rolle, Alphaneiko, Ashtonique, Alex (Vantay) Rolle,Terevis And Terran Rolle, Ventoi (Sharma) And Artel Bethune, Clemish, Destiny and Shantise Anderson, Shandera Nottage, Lynette Benoit, The Robinson Family of Grand Bahama, Nassau, Florida, Turks and Caicos, Andrea, Marsha, Sylvia, Naomi, and Samas Blanche, Clementia And Alexis Williams, Betsy Duvalier, Annamae Neely, Shandera Nottage Kenra Knowles, Cale Demeritte, Lynette Benoit, Peggy, Jason, Amal, Tokeem, Shanique, Sheniya Henfield, Loran Turnquest; GODMOTHER: Wendy Rahming; GODCHILDREN: Shermel Cox (Orlando, Florida) Marco Ferguson, Alison Kemp, Destiny Anderson, Ashondi Bethel, Faythe Rolle, Shyne Morrison, Skyelah Storr and Trevante Thompson; OTHER RELATIVES AND FRIENDS: Bishop Daniel & Psalmist Carla Hall, Rev. Dr. Diana E. Francis and The First Baptist Church Family, Rev. Harvey (Lila) Cash, Nadia Laing, Eliyah Nichols, Dr. James and Renee Iferenta, Darnell Ferguson, Herbert Johnson, Krystle Johnson, Velda Duncombe, Sanovia Miller, Rev. Julia Bain and Family, John Lockhart, Taravin Kelly, Ray Louis, Brunette Fortune, Lavita Fortune, November Fortune, Brenie Gustave, Bridgette Smith, Harrietta Hart, BMH Staff, Department of Environmental Health Services - Human Resources Department, Church of God Bernard Road Family, Cox Street Family, Leslie, Jicobi and Heaven-Riley, Stephen, Melanie & Jaylin Johnson, NFL Brotherhood, Theresa Knowles & Family, Rev. Warren Anderson & Mt. Carey Union Baptist Church Family, Melissa And Grethal Lloyd, The Smith Family, Lloyd Family, The Barraterre, Exuma Family and Dalano Davis & Family.

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ORDER of SERVICE FAMILY PROCESSIONAL...........................................................................................................................................

ENTRANCE OF MINISTERS......................................................................................................................................

OPENING PRAYER MODERATOR................................................................................................................. REV. PASCAL SAUNDERS 1ST SCRIPTURE READING...................................................... ABRIA COOPER (Cousin Of The Dearly Departed) CONGREGATION HYMN............................................................................. BLESSED JESUS HOLD MY HAND DANCE SELECTION......................................................................................... BERNARD ROAD DANCE TEAM CONGREGATIONAL HYMN ....................................................................................................... “I’LL FLY AWAY” Some glad morning when this life is o’er I’ll fly away To a home on God’s celestial shore I’ll fly away

When the shadows of this life have flown I’ll fly away Like a bird from prison bars has flown 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

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

2ND SCRIPTURE READING..................................................KENRA KNOWLES (Cousin Of The Dearly Departed) PRAISE AND WORSHIP..................................................................................... BERNARD ROAD PRAISE TEAM EULOGY...............................................................................................................................BISHOP DANIEL HALL PRAYER FOR THE FAMILY.........................................................................................................................................

RECESSIONAL HYMN............................................................................................................. “AND CAN IT BE” And can it be that I should gain An interest in the Savior’s blood?

Died He for me, who caused His pain For me, who Him to death pursued?

Amazing love! How can it be, That Thou, my God, shouldst die for me?

Amazing love! How can it be, That Thou, my God, shouldst die for me?

He left His Father’s throne above So free, so infinite His grace— Emptied Himself of all but love, And bled for Adam’s helpless race: ’Tis mercy all, immense and free, For O my God, it found out me! ’Tis mercy all, immense and free, For O my God, it found out me!

’Tis mystery all: th’Immortal dies: Who can explore His strange design?

In vain the firstborn seraph tries To sound the depths of love divine. ’Tis mercy all! Let earth adore, Let angel minds inquire no more. ’Tis mercy all! Let earth adore; Let angel minds inquire no more.

Long my imprisoned spirit lay, Fast bound in sin and nature’s night; Thine eye diffused a quickening ray— I woke, the dungeon flamed with light; My chains fell off, my heart was free, I rose, went forth, and followed Thee.

My chains fell off, my heart was free, I rose, went forth, and followed Thee.

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No condemnation now I dread; Jesus, and all in Him, is mine; Alive in Him, my living Head, And clothed in righteousness divine, Bold I approach th’eternal throne, And claim the crown, through Christ my own.

Bold I approach th’eternal throne, And claim the crown, through Christ my own.

GRAVESIDE Hymns CITY OF GOLD There’s a city of light where there cometh no night ‘Tis a city of beauty I’m told 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 I’m told 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.

IT’S ALRIGHT NOW There was a time I traveled A lonely sinful road Beneath a heavy burden bending low But now all things are different For Jesus took my load It’s alright now I’m His I know It’s alright now For I am in my Savior’s care It’s alright now My Savior hears and answers prayer He’ll walk beside me ‘Til I climb the heav’nly stair

And ev’rything is alright now A-down a lonely pathway Without a friend to guide I walked in sin and sorrow all alone ‘Til Jesus came and found me And drew me to His side It’s alright now for I’m His own No more in sin I wander No more in darkness roam The Lord has placed My feet on higher ground Each day new heights I’m gaining My soul is nearing home It’s alright now I’m heaven bound

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They say when you take a wife, you must cleave to her and forsake all others.

Babes, from the day you came into my life, there was never a doubt that we couldn’t accomplish what we wanted to do. ‘I gat this babes’ or ‘Stop stressing’ was always the reassurance you gave me time after time. I never imagines anyone giving me a different aspect on this thing called life. Watching you love and care for our girls will forever be a memory etched in my mind and in my heart.

I would often pause as the tears roll uncontrollably down my face, as I lay in our bed, with the girls snuggled tight and sleeping sound, knowing that this is how you had us….reflecting back to whenever the bed got full like this, you would find my arm just to squeeze and hold it, letting me know that you were just a hand reach away.

Goodbye was something we never said in our home. We always vowed that we were not leaving each other for nothing. So this is the last thing I would’ve ever dream of telling or writing you.

This is where I stop asking why. We had the best life together and this is what I prayed for when I made you mines. I will continue to give our daughters the life we hustled for, day in and day out. So take your rest my queen. Because it’s my time to say ‘I GAT THIS!!’

Love you Babes and

SEE YOU LATER!!!!!

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TRIBUTES TO

Our Mother

Never in my life I imagined losing not only my mom, but my best friend.

Mommy, I really wish that I can see you one more time, walking through the door. Even though it hurts, I have to face the reality that I won’t hear your voice anymore. My heart is really broken because I don’t understand why.

But I know you can feel my tears and would not want me to cry. Words will never be enough to describe or explain how I feel. It’s just impossible imagining how someone so precious had to die. I appreciate the daily sacrifices that you made for us. You have always been my number one supporter....from birthdays to graduations. Now, I can celebrate all that you were.

I don’t want o remember the sadness and I don’t want to remember the tears; you left me with many precious memories we shared over the years.

Although my heart is broken, I’m praying to God for the strength to get me through; As I struggle with this heartache, that comes with losing you.

-Dajanae

TO MY MOMMY,

TO MY BEAUTIFUL MOTHER

those memories that we shared together will always have a special place in my heart and would continue to bring joy in my life. If I can get one wish right now it would be to bring you back so that we can sit and have our talks. Even though you are no longer here, our talks would always be something that we shared. The truth is that you are no longer here which would cause me pain.

Like you always say I am strong and beautiful. I know that you are watching over me, sisters and daddy. This is not a goodbye but a see you later I love you and you are always in my heart.

-Niyah

TO MY MOMMY IN HEAVEN.

You were known for your warm smile, infectious laughter and your kind heart. You had a gift for making everyone feel welcomed and loved, and that’s what I admired most about you. Your generosity knew no bounds, and you were always willing to give a helping hand. You have taught me morals and values beyond what was expected. Mommy, before everything, you are my best friend. The one that I will run to with everything, before and after death. As much as this hurts, I know that your legacy of love, kindness and compassion will continue to inspire me. Mommy, I will miss you until my blood runs dry and your memory will always live through me. I love you mommy, so much. Thank you for being one of the best role models and caretakers ever. Till we meet again.

Thank you for always loving me and guiding me. Even though you are no longer here with me, I can still feel your love. You will always be in my heart. I love you and miss you so much.

-JaeElle

-Your Dejae.

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We the family of the late

Ketra Curry Henfield would like to express our heartfelt love, gratitude and appreciation for the outpouring of love, prayers and support during this period of bereavement.

Your thoughtfulness and love will never be forgotten.

Thank You!