A SERVICE CELEBRATING THE LIFE LEGACY AND TIME OF THE LATE
Brenoid GLINTON
SUNRISE: May 16th 1965
SUNSET: May 5th 2025
AGE: 56 years
FELLOWSHIP MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
Pigeon Plum Street and Plane Street (Pinewood) Nassau, The Bahamas
Saturday 31st May 2025 At 10:00 a.m.
OFFICIANTS: Pastor Daniel .A. Nottage
MODERATOR: Conrad Williamson
INTERMENT: Lakeview Memorial Gardens
J.F. Kennedy Nassau, The Bahamas
On Thursday, May 16, 1968, a beautiful baby boy was born, the firstborn son of Kenneth and Agnes Glinton. They named him Brenoid Asquith Glinton.
Brenoid began his early education at Queen’s College, continued on to S.C. McPherson for junior high, and later graduated from Government High School in the class of 1985. At Government High, he played softball and was part of a tight-knit group called Tribes where he earned the nickname Gummy, through which he formed lifelong friendships that remained close to his heart. Brenoid was known for his kind spirit and was deeply loved by both his teachers and peers.
In 1985, Brenoid proudly welcomed his first and only son, Selando Bernard Glinton. As a new graduate and first-time father, he began working at his parents’ flower shop, Kardo’s Florals.
In 1988, he met the love of his life, Lorie Ann Mullings. They began a beautiful relationship, and a year later, Brenoid moved to the United States to pursue higher education at St. Augustine’s University in Raleigh, North Carolina. While in college, he became well known as the in-house Bahamian DJ, earning the nickname, DJ Goldfinger. In 1993, he pledged the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, embracing its values of brotherhood, scholarship, and service.
In 1995, Brenoid married his long-time love, Lorie. The following year, they welcomed their daughter, Breanna Shanté Glinton. In that same year, he suffered the heartbreaking loss of his beloved father. After this loss, the family returned to The Bahamas in 1997, where Brenoid stepped into the transportation industry, continuing his father’s legacy.
In 2001, he made a career shift and joined the insurance industry, where he worked for the next ten years. In 2003, he and Lorie celebrated the birth of their youngest daughter, Brittney Alicia Glinton.
Although his professional path had shifted, Brenoid’s passion for transportation and entrepreneurship never faded. In 2011, he returned to driving, a career he deeply loved. During his time as a driver, he made a lasting impact on everyone he met, clients, coworkers, and strangers alike. Always greeting others with a warm smile and a helping hand, Brenoid brought joy and kindness wherever he went.
He continued driving faithfully until April 2025, when he began to feel unwell. On May 4th, 2025, he was admitted to Princess Margaret Hospital. The following day, May 5th, he made one final, heartfelt gesture, calling each of his loved ones to tell them he loved them. Shortly after, Brenoid Asquith Glinton passed away peacefully, surrounded in spirit by those who held him dearest.
His memory will live on through the lives he touched, the family he loved, and the legacy he leaves behind. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
Left to cherish his memories is his Loving and Devoted Wife: Lorie Glinton; Son: Selando Glinton; Daughters: Breanna (Dillon jr.) Mckenzie and Brittney Glinton; Grandkids: Aryanna & Samir Glinton, Karter Mckenzie; Mother: Apostle Agnes Glinton; Brothers; Kenrique sr. (Sophia) , Kardo & Keno (Tanya) Glinton; Adopted Sisters: Vernita Turner, Keisha Poitier and Lolita Johnson;
Father & Mother In-laws: Winston and Cleora Mullings; Sister In Laws: Lilith Bowe-Mullings, Iris Smith, Wequel (Hensley) Nottage; Nephews: Kenrique jr., & Kenrick Glinton, Terron & Jeffrey Bethel, Zion Poitier, Zachary Johnson; Nieces: Kei-Anna (Oral) Johnson, Kei-Alla, Keturah & Kenya Glinton, Jasmine
Knowles, Tanaya (Cedric) Taylor, Tashea & Ta’Liyah Bethel, Tracey Butterfield, Vankeisha Johnson, Vernita & Alberta Rolle; Nephew in law: Andrew Bowe and Johnathan Nottage; Niece in law: Jada Nottage, Chyanne and Dominique Mullings, Shaniah Bowe; Grandnephew: Khairo Glinton, Tayvon Taylor; Grandnieces: Ke’Aje and Lucy Glinton, Cedrinique Taylor; Uncles: Felix (Margaret), Alphonso (Leotha) & Malachi Adderley, Michael Pinder; Aunt: Gloria Glinton, Willisey Adderley (Basil); Cousins: Anya (Mark) Thompson, Alistaire (Sharon), Antenique Pinder, Prescott (Annarine) Knowles, Craig (Brendalee) Knowles, Kendal (Bonita) Knowles, , Marcus, Chad, Lathario (Sharmine), Francis (Kimberley) Adderley, LaNovia Ferguson, Sandra (Michael) Bennett, Michelle (Willard) Munroe, Renea Knowles, Dwayne Daley, Marcus (Abby) Knowles, Emanuel (Marcia) Stville, Sharon, Anika & Margaret Adderley, Dianne Johnson, Marina Arnett, Laurice Bernard, Malachi, Christopher, Angelique, Kevin, Timothy, Corey, Cody, Tramaine, Daron, Christopher, Kirkwood & Troy Adderley, Coleen (Marion) Jones, Erica Glinton, Fredricka Baker, Tony (Anna), Wendel (Theresa) Heastie, Sharon & Michel Zonicle, Delano Clarke, Cresel & June Laing, Crystal Stubbs, Novelette Stevenson, Keldra Pinder;
Godkids: Tori Sherman, Vito Smith, Sasha Clare and Daria Rolle;
Special Friends: Mark Thompson, Kevin Rahming, Antonie Roker, Alaric Ferguson, Kevin Dames, Stephen Miller, Vernon Rahming, Phillip Fischer;
Other relatives and friends include: Halcy Smith, Dion Walkine, Kenly Charite, Trevor Bain, Jade Bethel, Peter Taylor, Kayon Hinds, La’toya Sherman, Sharma Sherman, Joaquin Bosque,
Viola Sands, Eugenia Strachen, Yasmin Johnson, Claudia Albury, Lacola Paul , Nikita Stackhouse,Tera Williams, Desaree Ramsey & Family, Eric Edward, Sean Urgo, Carlos Jackson, Wayne Jones, Sharon Russell, Yvette Miller, Paula Adderley & Family, Bishop Walter Hanchell & Family,The Mckenzie Family, Vernard Pinder & Family,Lamont Hanna,Tom Butler, Max Demeritte, Kevin Knowles, Bridgette Ferguson, The Bahamas Livery Association, The Taxi Cab Union, Tieco Gaitor & Family, Kris Stubbs & Family, The Lewis Family, The Nixon Family, First Choice Limo and Taxi Dispatch. The Golden Gates Community.
ORDER OF SERVICE
MUSICAL PRELUDE | FMBC Chorale
SEATING OF THE FAMILY
MODERATOR | Rev. Conrad Williamson
OPENING SENTENCES | Pastor Daniel A. Nottage
CONGREGATIONAL HYMN | Trust and Obey
When we walk with the Lord, in the light of His Word, What a glory He sheds on our way; While we do His good will, He abides with us still, And with all who will trust and obey.
(Chorus)
Trust and obey
For there’s no other way To be happy in Jesus, But to trust and obey.
Not a shadow can rise, not a cloud in the skies, But His smile quickly drives it away; Not a doubt or a fear, not a sigh or a tear, Can abide while we trust and obey.
Not a burden we bear, not a sorrow we share, But our toil He doth richly repay; Not a grief or a loss, not a frown or a cross, But is blest if we trust and obey.
But we never can prove the delights of His love, Until all on the altar we lay; For the favor He shows, and the joy He bestows, Are for them who will trust and obey.
Then in fellowship sweet, we will sit at His feet, Or we’ll walk by His side in the way; What He says we will do; where He sends, we will go, Never fear, only trust and obey.
INVOCATION | Ms. Lolita Johnson
OLD TESTAMENT READING | Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 | Shaniah Bowe
CONDOLENCES | Mr. Wayne Jones Evangelist Edith Anderson Evangelist Sheila Williams
SOLO | Karrington McKenzie Claudia Albury (Dance solo) Gardiner Stuart (Saxophone Solo)
NEW TESTAMENT READING | Desaree Ramsey 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
AS I KNEW HIM/TRIBUTES | Mark Thompson (video tribute) Prescott Knowles (video Tribute)
SELECTION | FMBC Chorale
SERMON
| Pastor Daniel A. Nottage
PRAYER FOR THE FAMILY | Minister Denver Pratt
(Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus) ’Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus, And to take Him at His Word; Just to rest upon His promise, And to know, “Thus says the Lord!”
(Chorus)
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him! How I’ve proved Him o’er and o’er Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus! O for grace to trust Him more!
I’m so glad I learned to trust Thee, Precious Jesus, Savior, Friend; And I know that Thou art with me, Wilt be with me to the end.
COMMENDATION AND BENEDICTION | Pastor Daniel Nottage
RECESSIONAL HYMN | Leaning on the Everlasting Arms
What a fellowship, what a joy divine, Leaning on the everlasting arms; What a blessedness, what a peace is mine, Leaning on the everlasting arms.
(Chorus)
Leaning, leaning, Safe and secure from all alarms; Leaning, leaning, Leaning on the everlasting arms.
O how sweet to walk in this pilgrim way, Leaning on the everlasting arms; O how bright the path grows from day to day, Leaning on the everlasting arms.
What have I to dread, what have I to fear, Leaning on the everlasting arms?
I have blessed peace with my Lord so near, Leaning on the everlasting arms.
To My husband
My love, this is the first time we have separated since the time we met. You are my first love , you did everything for me. I only had to say what I needed and you made it happen. You always told me “ Lorie, you’re supposed to meet me at the door to greet me with a kiss.” There will be no more hugs , kisses or even cuddles. For the 38 years I’ve known you, you’ve always had a smile on your face. You always said “As long as I am smiling I am alive” and even through the pain you were smiling. I know you had to go because the pain was too much for you, I Thank God for the time he gave us together. I love you so much but God loves you more so continue to rest in the loving arms of God.
Lorie (wife)
A TRIBUTE TO MY ELDEST CHILD AND SON
BRENOID ASQUITH GLINTON
By Pastor Agnes Glinton
My dear son. I closed my eyes for only one second, and you were gone. Now my heart aches, my eyes run rivers of water, my soul mourns and I am broken.
The Heavenly Father knew I needed you when I needed you. Brenoid, you brought the joy of motherhood into my life. My first born, you were the first time I wore maternity clothes, the first time I watched my body change and grow to accommodate a child, the first time I experienced the roller coaster of pregnancy hormones. The first time I nursed, the first time I pureed food for someone, the first time I planned a first birthday party. Your heart was the first heart I created; and my heartbeat was the first you ever heard. When you came into our lives, I watched your father, my husband, grow into the role of “Dad”. It was surreal to see him become this person. It was a new side of him I had never witnessed before; and we fell deeper in love than before you were in our lives. So, thank you.
It was a delight watching you grow and blossom as a child. One of the things I loved about you is that if I needed you, you were there. If I asked you to help with your brothers, or with cleaning, or whatever; you did it and did it the best way you knew how. Observing your development into manhood, taking on the role of husband and father, filled my heart with so much joy and gratitude to God. When your father died suddenly and I went through my valley of sorrow and couldn’t function the way I wanted to, you stood beside me, the eldest child and son, and you let me know that you understood the burden of grief I was carrying. You assured me that I need not worry because you had my back and I could depend on you. You loved and supported me through it all. You were so precious!
If tears could build a stairway and memories were a lane, I would walk right up to Heaven and bring you back again. What I hold in my heart and the bond we shared cannot be lost through death.You will always be one of the most special people in my life.I love you my dear son.
To the world’s greatest dad I thank you for always being there . Your Love and care could never be replaced . You are truly one of a kind . As a happy and humble man You are always an inspiration for me to be a better man . Without you I would’ve walk the wrong road a long time ago . You have done your job as a father to son you taught me everything I need to navigate this Life and I will make you proud though you were proud just by me being your son. I would say “Father”and you would say yes my “my son” as if you treated me like a King to his Prince. I will forevermore be grateful to you you were my brother , my best friend and my one and only father coming from your one and only son “I Love You And hope I see you again”
Selando (son)
Saying rest in peace isn’t easy to someone I’ve known my entire life, Daddy thank you for bringing so much Joy and Laughter especially with your stale jokes (they was funny). Who am I supposed to crack jokes on now?! Thank you for being my friend, Thank you for always Smiling it’s truly making this much easier to bare. The memories aren’t so dark because of the light you brought to everyone’s lives. Boy you thought you was young, I’ll always remember the fun times and memories we’ve made. I know you and Jesus are laughing at us crying making these ugly faces! It’s comforting knowing we will see each other again. I will definitely miss you not sure how this would ever feel normal. I’ll always tell Karter how much you loved him, Even though you were sick you still played with him with your smile. It saddens me that he won’t be able to know you other than stories told by those who did. Thank you for being you!
love you always Breanna (daughter)
TO THE GREATEST FATHER EVER,
January 8th 2025, was the last time I saw you. You dropped me off at the airport, gave me a big hug and kiss, and smiled at me like everything would be ok. If I had known that would be the last time I’d ever see you, I would’ve held on tighter and never let go. Daddy, I feel so scared and lost without you. No matter what I was going through, you’d always tell me, “Don’t worry about it baby, daddy gonna take care of it.” Even when you received devastating news about your health, you still comforted me over the phone, you said, “daddy gonna be okay, don’t worry,” even though you were the one carrying so much pain. You don’t understand how much I longed to come home and take care of you just like you always did for me. When I heard you were sick, all I wanted was to be by your side. But you insisted I stay and finish the semester, always putting me first even when you needed me the most. That was just who you were, strong, positive, and full of love. I know you had to go, and I’m trying to understand it. My heart still can’t believe you’re gone. I miss you more than words can express. I’ll carry your love with me always, and I’ll keep trying to be strong.
With all my love, Your baby girl, Brittney
To the man who could light up a room with just a smile and always had a joke up his sleeve. Even when feeling sick you never failed to lift up the spirits of those around you. Your kindness knew no bounds and you were always there for everyone. Your presence was a gift and the memories we shared are treasures that will forever be held dear. You were the best granddaddy anyone could ask for, I love you and you will be missed dearly.
Love Aryanna (granddaughter)
DEAR GRANDADDY I WISH YOU NEVER LEFT ME.
I miss and love you so much. You would always ask me who is the best granddaddy in the world? And I would always say you are. You would always ask me who I loved the most and I would always say I love you the most. I love you forever to the best granddaddy a kid could ever ask for
How can I even start? Life Of The Party. Man, your energy was gone too soon. Man we was boys fr! I mean we partied together, spoke about business, personal business. you were always the person I could count on for anything. You may be late but you will come though! I really couldn’t have asked for more in a father in law. Man I remember we were at a day party Soca event in Atlanta. Man could swear I was the olehead how you were carrying on. And of course one of your favorite songs ‘ Happiest Man Alive was playing! You’re really gone too soon but only God knows the time and hour. I really miss you and I really hope you continue to Rest In Peace.
Dillon Jr. (Son in law)
To my dear brother you were a beacon of light in my life I always could of counted on you to be there in time of need you refined my character in ways beyond explanation you will deeply miss thank you “Big brother” I Love You
Kardo (brother)
MY DEAREST PAPS,
It’s your other daughter here, wishing I can be there with you at this time. Seeing you in the most random places always made me so happy. You may have been busy working, but that never stopped you from giving me the biggest smile and a quick hug. Thank you for being our personal chauffeur, even though you might have been a few hours late and for introducing us to all the famous people. Thank you for accepting me and Ladybug into your home and heart. Thank you for never hesitating to rescue me, like when you danced with me during the father daughter dance during Scholars Ball. To this date, you are the only man who gave me the honor of dancing formally. Listening to the number one dj in The Bahamas, _Dj Gold Finger_ will al ways be one of the highlights from my childhood. Missing and loving you always, rest in peace, paps
Jade
Wow, and just like that you left us leaving a void that I don’t think anyone can fill. You were a one of a kind guy. Always happy, always smiling, and always ready to give a lecture. Those moments were priceless and will be forever etched on my heart. I was always your sister and you never treated me no different no matter what. Brenoid I appreciate and love you. Jesus saw fit to take you now. He knows best. Rest in eternal peace. Your sister Lolita love you forever
Brenoid as I call him was full of life, kind, compassionate, trustworthy and had a willingness to assist others. I would call him on numerous occasions to assist with collecting packages for me amongst many other things. He loved to travel and enjoy life. He had exquisite taste always dressed to impress but his smile was always his best accessory he wore. It saddens me that he is no longer here with us. His old life is gone and a new life begins. For Jesus said “ And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you unto myself where I am, there ye may be also.” As we mourn you from this world your beaming personality and found memories will live on in our hearts forever. A life well lived and a pure heart. We miss you and love you. Gone too soon.
Tori
Brenoid, this is so hard for me to write, it’s so surreal. You were more than a brother-in-law to me, you were my brother. A kind hearted soul, no matter how tired you were, you would go out your way to help me with school drop off and pick-up and anything else, you did with no complaints, no matter what was asked of you, I will always remember 27-04-2025 and 05-05-2025
Brenoid! God looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face, so He then put His arms around you and took you to rest. I will miss you and I will always love you my brother.
With a broken heart, I say goodbye and take your rest. I know God’s garden is more beautiful, because you are there. We love you, but God loves you best.
Your Sister
Lilith Mullings-Bowe
As I knew him from a child to my adulthood. Brenoid a brother & friend always smiling kind hearted person, never a dull moment always full of life even at his lowest he still had that smile during our last conversation at his home and that will forever be a memory didn’t think that would of been our last words. I thank God for the times and memories gone to soon never forgotten.
Sharma
I’m so grateful to have known you Brenoid, you were kind hearted, joyful and full of life. Remembering many memories warms my heart lYou will be missed continue to rest in peace. Toya
BRENOID GLINTON
To many you were Goldfinger but to us you were Gummy. You were always the life of the party, smiling all the time. You were our big brother, our mentor and our friend. We were known as the Washington Terrace Crew and our home was always opened to everyone. Who would have known that the last time I saw you would be our last meeting. You gave me a big hug and asked how everyone was. You will surely be missed. May your soul rest in peace and rise in glory. From Yvette, Renay, Tally, and Nicky.
This is my tribute “ It was August 1990 when we first met on St. Augustine’s College campus Raleigh North Carolina USA what was later called the YARD. You became a friend, brother and trend setter to many Bahamians, Americans and International Students, you were the Campus Reggae and Junkanoo DJ. DJ GOLDFINGER. Raleigh NC first sound system. You Barron Ferguson and Carlos Jackson aka Rudie - Lito Ire. Brothers for life. I will never forget when you and Dr. Whylie Davis picked me up that night and gave me moral support. I didn’t get to pledge Phi Beta Sigma with you and the boys but you never switched bro. Rest In Peace my brother. Peace out, “Marshall Don’t Partial” aka TIGER. Your friend and brother.
BRENOID GLINTON REFLECTIONS:
No words can truly express what my dear big brother from another mother means to me. Meeting him and his lovely wife Lorie back in 1993 while working together at the Crabtree Valley Marriott in North Carolina. His charming and always exuberant personality won the hearts of everyone who he came in contact with. Nora and Lorie welcome me into their family and I cheers the fact that they trusted me with the honor of being their first born princess Breanna’s godmother. Brenoid has been the big brother that would take the shirt off his bag and give of himself to do anything and everything he could to help someone. Even the distance apart while my family being in North Carolina and he and his being back in the Bahamas, did not stop us from staying in touch and continuing to love one another’s growing families. I cherish the love and friendship that he brought to me and my family and I will always remain grateful that I can still be a part of the legacy that he left!
Love you dearly, lil’ sis. Tera Shepard Williams
To my godfather, as a child I remember your caring and loving words. So gentle and kind, taking me on as one of your own children. The feeling of grief overwhelmed me when I got the news, not understanding why? But I know now you’re resting in the Lord’s care and he makes no mistake.
Sleep sweetly, Sasha
TDeath leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal”. We cried when you passed away. We still cry today. Although we loved you dearly, we couldn’t make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us that he only takes the best. We will miss your infectious smile, your jokes, and your sense of humor. We love you.
Continue to take your rest.
Hensley, Wequel, Johnathan and Jada.
his is your niece, please know you will be missed by many others of course, but especially by me. I’m here to say thank you for everything you did for me, like picking me up from school and carrying my bag when you did, and singing with me even when I sounded bad but you didn’t care. I want to say thank you for doing all the things you never had to but you did because you love me. I always had so much fun with you and I know you are making heaven a fun place and making everyone laugh. Goodbye Uncle
love your niece
Shaniah Bowe
Graveside Hymns
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. Gather on the blessed hilltops with hearts all aglow. That will be a glad reunion day.
(Chorus)
Glad day, a wonderful day, Glad day, a glorious day; There with all the holy angels and loved ones to stay, That will be a glad reunion day.
There within the holy city we’ll sing and rejoice, Praising Christ the blessed Saviour with heart and with voice. Tell him how we came to love Him and make Him our choice. 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 glad reunion day.
WHEN WE ALL GET TO HEAVEN
Sing the wondrous love of Jesus, Sing His mercy and His grace. In the mansions bright and blessèd He’ll prepare for us a place.
(Chorus)
When we all get to Heaven, What a day of rejoicing that will be! When we all see Jesus, We’ll sing and shout the victory!
While we walk the pilgrim pathway, Clouds will overspread the sky; But when travelling days are over, Not a shadow, not a sigh.
Let us then be true and faithful, Trusting, serving every day; Just one glimpse of Him in glory Will the toils of life repay.
Onward to the prize before us! Soon His beauty we’ll behold; Soon the pearly gates will open; We shall tread the streets of gold.
MESSAGE OF GRATITUDE
We, the family extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to the many friends and family for each and every act of kindness shown to us during this most difficult time. Your prayers, visits, calls, messages and well wishes will always be remembered.
We Sincerely Thank Everyone of You
The Family
PALLBEARERS
Prescott Knowles
Kenrique Glinton jr.
Mark Thompson
Kevin Rahming
Johnathan Nottage
Vernon Rahming
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Selando Glinton
Felix Adderley
Alphonso Adderley
Malachi Adderley
Keno Glinton
Kardo Glinton
Kenrique Glinton sr.
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