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SEPTEMBER 20, 1954  JUNE 14, 2021 SUNRISE: MARCH 25TH, 1981 • SUNSET: OCTOBER 10TH, 2024

THE FORM AND ORDER F O R T H E C E L E B R AT I O N

IN THANKSGIVING FOR THE LIFE OF

Syre!a MOIYER

DAMES

Sunrise: March 25th, 1981 • Sunset: October 10th, 2024 Age: 43 years S E R V I C E H E L D AT :

LIVING WATERS KINGDOM MINISTRIES Malcolm Road, Nassau, Bahamas SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14TH , 2024 AT 11:00 A.M. O F F I C I AT I N G :

Pastor Basil Johnson ASSISTED BY:

Other Ministers of the Gospel C R E M AT I O N W I L L F O L LOW

SY R E T TA WA S P R E D E C E A S E D BY H E R

Father: Sidney Ellis Dames and Brother: Lamont Dames.

SHE IS SURVIVED BY HER

Perpall, Margo Cox , Tanya Moncur, Elizabeth Granville, Michael Johnson, Philmore Wagstaff, Vernique Journey Kately Varence, Vanria Warren, Norma Adderley, Sonia Duvalier, Sophia O Brien, Prince, Hurley (Hector) Hepburn, Kenneth, Peter, Tracey, Mary Davis, Dr. Sonia Marshall, Betty Rolle, Vanessa, Stephen Rolle, Charlene Stubbs, Wende, Corey, Brian Francis, Valachia Theonilus, Michelle, Sabrina, Bruno, Ashley, Dwight, Nihon Glinton, Candy, Crystal, Burlington Moss, Judy, Brenda Johnson, Karen, Sharan, Bridgette, Gerald, Marciano McKay, Shamekia, Churton Dames, Sophia Swann, Christine Key, Kevin Bastian, Jerry Rolle; Other Relatives and Friends: Marion Wood and Family, The Gaitor Family, The Rolle Family, The Dames Family, The Clarke Family, Mary Evans and Family, Davis Rolle and Family. Eathel Cooplyn and Family; Special thanks: to the Doctors and Nurses of the PMH Family, Jackson Memorial Family, Black Beauty Family and a host of other relatives and friends.

Mother: Mrs. Lizerene Dames; Children: Lizandria Lightbourne, Derron and Darren Brown; Aunts: Althemise, Lorry, Neicy, Cessorina (Cess), Francis, Sylvia Rolle, Andrea Moss, Marina Dames, Verna Stubbs, Catherine Johnson, Yvonne Johnson, Verona Bastian; Uncles: Charles Rahming, Bernard Rolle, Arlington Moss, Harry Glinton, Wilmore, Charlie and Henry Dames, Cyril, Carnetta and Emmerson Pinder, Nathan Rolle; Cousins: Brittany Williams, Chalkeisha and Chalkeno Rahming, Antonio, Laquana, Nicole Taylor, Patterson, Atalia, Ryland, Rochelle Rolle, Aneka Sweeting, Kearaha Deloris, Samantha, Alfred, Tiffany, Alisha, Gail, Lenora, Laurie, Candia, Wilmore II, Marvin, Dennis, Neil, Montrea, Monasiah,Wilma, Phyllis, Leslie, William, Richard, John, Charlie, Devaughn, Shavron, Deon Dames, Sharon Rolle, Jacqueline SY R E T TA M O I Y E R DA M E S

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ORDER ofSERVICE Opening Sentences.................................................................................................................Pastor Toriano Lloyd Prayer Of Invocation........................................................................................................ Evangelist Stephen Todd Scripture Reading ............................................................................................... Andre Clarke (Ecclesiastes 3:1-4) Congregational Hymn ................................................................................................................... “City Of Gold” There’s a city of light where there cometh no night,

‘Tis a city of beauty untold; All my treasures are there and it’s beauty I’ll share, 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.

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.

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 sing When we get to that city of gold.

Obituary ...............................................................................................................................To Be Read In Silence Condolences .............................................................................................................................................. Shekera Solo.......................................................................................................................................... Granville McMinns As I Knew Her .................................................................................................................................... Valerie Moss Congregational Hymn ....................................................................................................................“It Is Finished” There’s a line that’s been drawn through the ages On that line stands the old rugged cross On that cross a battle is raging For the gain of man’s soul or his loss

The earth shakes with the force of the conflict And the sun refuses to shine For there hangs God’s Son in the balance And then through the darkness He cries

It is finished, the battle is over It is finished, there’ll be no more war It is finished, the end of the conflict It is finished, and Jesus is Lord

Yet in my heart the battle was raging Not all pris’ners of war have come home They were battlefields of my own making Didn’t know that the war had been won

On one side march the forces of evil All the demons and devils of hell On the other the angels of glory And they meet on Golgotha’s hill

Then I heard that the King of the Ages Had fought all the battles for me And vict’ry was mine for the claiming And now praise His name I am free

Eulogy......................................................................................................................................Pastor Bail Johnson Prayer For The Family ............................................................................................................Pastor Toriano Lloyd Committal ...............................................................................................................................Pastor Bail Johnson Recessional Hymn...................................................................................................................... “It’s Alright Now” There was a time I traveled A-down a lonely pathway A lonely sinful road Without a friend to guide Beneath a heavy burden bending low I walked in sin and sorrow all alone But now all things are different ‘Til Jesus came and found me For Jesus took my load And drew me to His side It’s alright now I’m His I know It’s alright now for I’m His own 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

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

SY R E T TA M O I Y E R DA M E S

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TRIBUTE

To Mommy I wouldn’t have imagined I’d be writing a tribute for my mother so soon, although God’s timing is very mysterious and unquestionable the reality of it aches my heart. My mother Syretta Dames or some may know her as Mrs. Black Beauty or boss lady was the best mother I could ever have in my life. Mommy was the most loving, nurturing, hardworking and ambitious woman I had ever laid eyes on. Everyone that knew her noticed the effort, consistency and determination she had.

The countless nights of her working day in and out to establish a foundation for us, is something that I am forever grateful for and refuse to let be in vain.

Even though she was very much business driven her main priority was her three children, two nephews and her one good mother. She made sure that we were in the best private schools on the island, in sports, and that we succeeded in everything we put our minds to. Every Sunday mommy would prepare a grand dinner for us all, no matter where we

MY DEAREST The day you left us, and gained your wings, my heart shattered, and felt like it was broken into a million pieces.

The selfish part of me didn’t want to see you go, but I also knew that I didn’t want to watch you suffer anymore.

It was difficult watching the life drained from my travelling buddy, and the person that came running whenever I called.

We were always there for each other.

You had my back, and I had yours, and I never thought that I would lose you so soon.

You left me with so many great memories, and life lessons, and I will

were or what we had planned, she always made sure we got our food. She sacrificed so much in her life to make sure we were financially stable, whether it’s her having to work on holidays, birthdays or even throughout a major hurricane, she made sure she worked to provide a blessed life for her family.

Overall, she went above and beyond for us and everyone in her circle. Mommy, I am sincerely grateful for the man you’ve molded me to be and as you watch down from heaven I will continue to grow in that image you portrayed unto me, and definitely carry on the legacy you left behind. Although we gather today to mourn your demise, we also celebrate the beautiful, courageous, joyful life you lived and memories you left behind that will always be remembered dearly in our hearts. Fly higher than the sky mommy I love you forever and may you rest peacefully.

DERRON BROWN

Syretta

take them with me wherever I go.

Not only were you my cousin, but you were also my mentor, and one of my best friends.

Having you as a cousin was an adventure filled with laughter and mischief.

I looked up to you as a mother figure, and someone in whom I could confide.

The love and kindness you unselfishly gave me will be cherished forever.

You seemed to have had the code to all of the excellent business ideas, and you didn’t hesitate to share them with me. I can, without a doubt, give you most of the credit for me being S SY YR RE ET TT TA A M MO O II Y YE ER R D DA AM ME ES S

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the entrepreneur that I am today, as I followed the successful path that you paved for me, and for that, I will be forever grateful.

Sy, you were the magnet that kept us together as a family. One thing you taught me was to always put my family first.

Our family chain has been broken, and that link can never be replaced.

Your laugh, texts and motivational phone calls, will truly be missed.

Sleep in peace my sweet girl, and rise in glory.

B R I T TA N Y W I L L I A M S

Mommy, From I was a little girl, I always admired your strength, hustle and independence.

I loved the way you took care of my brothers and I, and the way you always made us feel unconditionally loved.

All the gratitude in the world feels insufficient for you, when I think about how you always made us your top priority.

There was nothing that God put on this earth that you thought was too good for your children. You always gave us the best of the best, while providing our needs, and spoiling us with our wants. You gave us the world to ensure that we were happy.

Being your only daughter made me feel extra special, even though you didn’t show favorites. Our mother/daughter bond is one that can never be broken and won’t ever be broken, but as of right now writing this I feel like it’s broken. But deep down I know you will be with me every step of the way.

From celebrating our birthdays together, or simply going shopping, will never be the same.

You stood by my side when I was right, and even when I was wrong, but you always made sure that a lesson was learnt from whatever the experience was. Mommy, I will never forget how you told me to always work hard for what I wanted, and you instilled in me that sense of independence, that I will never waiver from. I’ve always admired the way you pushed, and steered me back on the right track, if you ever saw me falling off or getting distracted from my goals.

Mommy, the day I learned of what had happened to you, and I saw you in that state I was completely and utterly devastated, and my entire world was crushed, felt like it stopped completely and come back around .I was never going to leave your side until I saw you back on your feet again. The strength that you gave me to fight so many battles, I wanted to pour back into you. I watched you for 11 long months, like a champion, put up the greatest fight of your life, and I couldn’t help but to admire you more than ever.

I miss you so much Mommy, and I truly wish that you were still here with us.

Baby girl, take your well-deserved rest, and I promise that the marathon of the legacy that you have left behind will be continued, and honored, and I will continue to make you proud, and never disappoint you.

YOUR BABY GIRL, LIZANDRIA

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