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Theodore “Teddy”Levarity of Atlanta, Georgia, formerly of Nassau, The Bahamas. He died in Atlanta on the 23rd of December 2025. He is survived by, 3 sisters: Cheryl Thompson, Deborah Anderson and Vivienne Haynes; 3 Brothers: Johnny Montepitt, Gregory Coakley and Andy Lockhart; numerous nieces, nephews and host of other relatives and friends.
May His Soul Rest in Peace
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Funeral Services for
Hollis Arlington Hugh Curling, 58
Virginia Jeannie Miller McKinney Johnson, 70
of Duncan Town, Ragged Island, will be held on Saturday 3rd January, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou Hill Road. Officiating will be the Venerable Keith N. Cartwright, Assisted by Rev’d Fr. Howard L.L. Bethell, Rev’d Deacon Lamar M. Nottage. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road.
of Monastery Park, Nassau, Bahamas, will be held on Saturday January 3rd, 2026, at 11:00a.m. at Church of Cathedral East Street & Lily of the Valley Corner, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Carlton J. Stuart Sr. (Senior Pastor), Assisted by Rev. Dr. Charles E. Rolle of Mount Nebo Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, Nassau Bahamas.
He is predeceased by Father: Lealan Curling, Brother: Clarence and Sister: Emmaline Curling. His memories will forever linger in the hearts of his, son: Hollis Jr.; mother: Sheila Curling; sisters: Amanda, Sheryl, Avilda, Maketa and Latoya Curling brothers: Leeland, William and Charles Curling; adopted sisters: Terriseta Ward, Padrey Lockhart and Gloria Wallace; adopted brother: Clinton Munroe granddaughter: Treasure; aunts: Miriam and Velma Curling and Katie Lockhart uncles: Tony and Perry Lockhart; sister-in-law: Gail Curling; nieces: Chatara, Selena, Shania, Nikita, Angel, Medelia, Jada, Sheila, Asia, Jada, Alkera and Kamarah; nephews: Lesean, Norvian, Stancio, Raje, Etienne, Amhad, Charles Jr., Duvaughn, Jayden, Leeshad, Adelbert, Chaz and Trey; grand nieces: Abigail, Asia, Kiari, Kiana and Kelani; grand nephew: Denari, Darrio, Darriel; god parent: Maxine Wallace; godchildren: Alfred, Kryzia, Olive, Maneisa, Laketra and D’Aria; cousins including: Carol, Carlton, Patricia, Clarice, Shirley, Ricardo (Maxine), Sabrina, Dolly (Silbert), Edgar (Bevvie), Helena, Bentley, Elvis (Charmaine), Vernon (Irva), Calvin (Gladys), Fayenetta (Wendal), Yvette (Barry), Harvey (Thelma), Dulcie (Derek), Carla (Fred), Dr. Duvaughn (Dr. Krissy), Omar, Desmond (Gillian), Dr. Llewlyn, Natanya (Pastor Robert), Marcus, Florence, Martha, Vernita, Edith, Miriam, Melanie, Maxine (Daniel), Margaret, Rochelle, Diana, Geisha, Pastor Glenise, Eugene, Sandra, (Boycel) Clover ((Katie), Florence, Arenita (Joel), Nehemiah, Melvin, Marilyn Maycock, Laurette (Torry), Prieta (Ronald), Mizpah, Anatol (Casse), Cleo, Louis (Laverne), Cyd, Sophia, Henry, Luther, Melbert, Godfrey, Carl, Ena, Elliot, Mavis (Wayne), Kathleen, Cynthia (Cornelius), Diantha (Johnny), Horace, Gertrude, Elsie, Levitte, Linda (Olrick), Tamara (Sid), Leron (Ashley), Elveta, Ernest, Preston; other friends and relatives including: Kennedy Lockhart, Eugene, Drexel, Chrissy, Joseph, Simone, Derek Carter, Etienne, Cephas, Stephanie, Eleanor, Craig, Wesley, Anita, Lovelle, Angela, Kervin, Julian Ty, Patricia, Phicol & family, Amal, Alvin, Pastor Lester Wallace & family, Verlina, Lelia, Raymond Andrews Black Point, The Smith family from Stuart Manor, Exuma, Tami, Fredrico, Randy, Lydia, Brian, Bernadette, Coral, Christine, Sonia, Vince Culmer, Hens, Kermit, Nardo, Marlie, Abby, Anya, Cheryl, Yisel & Family, Sharon, Angelique, Beverley, Neka, Dorica of Miami, Fla., Garth, Raphael Weech, Stevie, Agie, Iva, Anicka, Adrian, Archdeacon Keith Cartwright & family, Bishop Laish Boyd & Family, Pastor Norma Lightbourne and Raine Ministry, Staff of C & S Steel, Staff of Munroe & Associates, The Kennedy Community, Crew of Captain C The Staniel Cay Community, The entire Ragged Island Community, The Maycock, Wallace, Munroe, Moxey, Wilson, Lockhart, Hepburn, Nesbitt, Joffre, Pintard, Armbrister, Hinsey families, Jill Wilson and family, Annamae Maycock, Janet and Judith and Daniel Noel. Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Amethyst Memorial, East Street South on 2nd January, 2026 from 11:00am until 6:00pm. There will be no viewing at the church.
Precious memories will forever linger in the heart, Children: Trevor Taylor, Darvin Dean, Jamie, and Jamean Johnson; Grandchildren: Jamean Johnson Jr., Darvinique Dean, Tacarra Taylor, Da’nae Dean, Da’koda Dean, Dallas Dean, J’adore Colebrooke, Da’lia Dean, Jamia Johnson, and Jamya Johnson, Skylar Young, Deanzaique Dean, Peyton Williams; Sisters: Anna Strachan, Minister Lavern Scavella, and Missionary Angela Fluellen, of (Bradenton Florida) Jennifer Greene of (North Carolina) and Rosetta Wallace and Deyanne Pinder (adopted Sister); Brothers: Anthony and Derek Miller and Dervin Pinder (adopted Brother); Sisters-in-law: Ismae Sands of Conch Sound Andros, Carmen Richards-Miller, and Catherine Storr; Brothers-in-law: Ronald Greene (North Carolina) and David Scavella (Bradenton, Florida); Nieces: Delarese, Elizabeth Wallace, Yuntalia Cartwright, Almonique Gordon, Racquel Donaldson, Shanreca Scavella, Tanya Wallace of Bradenton Florida, Mckayla, Nefertiti, and Nadia Miller, Angel Greene, Dr. Sherry-Ann Sinclair Strachan of Marianna Florida and Patricia Pinder, Necola Strachan-Ferguson; Nephews: Keno Wood, Kevin Wallace, Donovan, Dario McKinney and Austin McKinney Jr., David Scavella Jr. of Bradenton Florida, Jesse & Rio Greene, Anthony Miller Jr., and Otiaus Strachan of Marianna Florida, Deron Justin Ferguson Sr.; Aunts: Gloria Ward, Nellie Cooper, Edna Pennerman. Numerous cousins, grand nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends include: Paul and Cyrus Miller and family, Keffieann Battles and South Carolinae McKinney and family, Horace/ Annie Miller family, Barbara McKinney, Coralee Roach, Cassandra Evans, Clement McKinney, George McKinney Jr., Patrice McKinney, Jamaal Williams, Juliette Bain, Clement McKinney Jr., Tahanage McKinney, Sharice McKenny, Edward Roach, Edith Curry, David Curry, Keva Brown, Edward Brown, Indira Evans, Yokono Evans, Chevette Smith, Yorick Evans, Pamela Miller, Brenda Smith, and Idell Darville of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Esther Burger, Roslyn Allen, Lisa Allen, Kelia Allen of South Carolina, Carman Bostwick, Anderson and Roslyn Sweeting of Panama City, Abby Virgil, Florida Debbie and Freddie Mullings, Jacob and Ilka Mcphee, Apostal Patrice Cox and family, Patrice Gardner and family, The Richards Family, Sharlene Strachan, Dorothy Barr Butler, Vandyke Lighbourne. 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 in the “Rudolph Pratt Memorial Suite” at Amethyst Memorial, #534 East Street South (opposite Fresh Auto Car Lot) on Friday, January 2nd, 2026, from 11:00a.m to 6:00p.m.
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Funeral Service for Agatha Norma Lightbourne, 74
a resident of Lincoln Road, Stapledon Gardens, Nassau, Bahamas and formerly of Rock Sound, Eleuthera, Bahamas, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Antioch Native Baptist Church, Blyton Road. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Anthony J. Carroll, assisted by Rev. Oswald G Gardiner, Rev. Leroy C Higgins and Rev. Cheryl A Carroll. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. Left to cherish her memories is her husband: Glenveno Lightbourne Sr.; sons: Navone (Paulette) Lightbourne, Burton (Jennalee) Lightbourne; daughter-in-law: Melessa Lightbourne; grandsons: Christian, Nyles, and Zayne Lightbourne; granddaughters: Tianna, Kioshi and Ceomi Lightbourne; great granddaughter: Skylar Pinder; brothers: Godfrey Deveaux, Kim McSweeny; sisters: Linda Rolle, Paulette (Ret. Sgt. Philip) Wilson Sr., Joyanne (Ronald) Burgess, Maxine Benjiman, Patrice Deveaux-Clarke; brothers-in-law: Donahue (Williamae), Maurice (Janet), Lawrence (Joanna), Barry (Hollis) Lightbourne; sisters-in-law: Marjorie Gilbert, Diana and Dena Lightbourne, Marylee Burrows, Annette Lightbourne-Moss, Renea Carey; aunt: Merline Sands; nephews: Fredrick (Rissa) Rolle Jr., Philip Wilson Jr., Jamal and Hakeem Francis, Raphael Lynes, Valentino Smith, Lovell (Bethany) Gilbert (of Ontario Canada), Haggie Jr., Maurice and Trevell, Clyde (Chrisnell), Valentino Seymour, David Carey, Barry, Justin, Kemuel, Cancino, Corey and Nardino Lightbourne, Haggie Lightbourne Jr., Maurice and Trevell Lightbourne, Clyde (Chrisell) Ferguson, David Carey (of Canada), Barry, Justin and Kemuel Lightbourne, Cancino, Corey and Nardino Lightbourne; nieces: Sherrelle (Douglas) Hilton, Shamara Deveaux, Nakisha (Andrae) Dougal, Gacintha (Damion) Gordon, Raquel (Anthony) Rolle, Lesa (Phillip) Burrows, Fredricka Williams, Andrea Deveaux, Astra (Thomas) Andre, Amy Bullard, Tiffany Wilson, Simone Armbrister, Niccarra (Desmond) Deveaux, Nadia Smith, Joy
Deveaux, Wendera Rolle, Tellisha Smith and Natori Clarke, Portia Gilbert, Bianca Moss, Tamara Burrows-Saunders, Shawn and Valentino Seymour, Tenniel Stubbs, Rickeya Moss, Correctional Officer Tinesha Lightbourne-Taylor, Lakera (Cardero) Sands, Laketia, Lakara Carey (of Canada), Gwendolyn Lightbourne, Abigail Lightbourne, Tiffany Smith; grand nephews: Mekhi Walters, Ethan Bain Jr., Charlton and Rashad Babb, Kendrick and Donte Williams, Dominic Rolle, Ashton Deveaux Sr., Prince Wilson II, Princeton (Whitney) Wilson, D’Casim (Lauren) Armbrister, Jamal Jr., Javon, Jayden, Ohmari Francis, Zyon Lynes, Ly’Darron, La’Narje, La’Carleon, Ly’Michael, Raquan and Qunell Smith, Kionte Rolle, Khamari and Kai Smith; grandnieces: Toni Mckenzie, Tearra Davis, Anylah Dougal, Phylesha, Lyndesha and Reginique Burrows, Kendricka and Kenesha Williams, Kenvonya Rolle, Isabella Bowe, Ashley Deveaux, Princess Wilson, Cai-el Armbrister, Nickera (Nacolean) Brennen, Markquell, Shannon Lightbourne, Zaria Lynes, Ly’Naya and Ly’Najah, Arianna and Isabella Bowles, Lahtrell, Skylar and Alaiyah Smith; cousins: Sherry Sands and family, Judy (Paul) Simmons and family, Terry Sands and family, James (Sandra) Johnson and family, Phillippa Strachan and family, Stephanie (Geoffrey) Pearce Sr. and family, Warren Knowles, Children of Zelma Horton (Ginger, Frankie and Retts) and family, Robert Maynard and family, Sonia (Vola) Francis and family, Eric (Sharon) Maynard and family, Mancy (Phillippa) Maynard and family, Roslyn Speights and family, Vincent (Kitty) Smith and family, Vangy (Jerry) Rolle and family, Leana (Charles) Carter and family, Sandy (Sheena) Smith and family, Paula Marshall and family, Lavent (Delly) Sands and family, Freddy Dorsett and family, Marsha Taylor and family, Sandra Johnson and family, children of Jean Moutrie and family, Children of Loise Turnquest and family; other family and friends: Mae Ferguson and family, Tiffany Seymour and family, Pastor Rev. Dr. Antony J Carroll and family, Antioch Church family, St. Paul’s Baptist Church family, The Ocean Club at Four Seasons Resort and Villa front office Management and Staff, MSC Shipping Company Management and Staff, Jeramie Patton and family, Brian Cooper and family, Larune Russell and family, Trevor Taylor and family, Sherrie Elliot and family, Calvert Stevens and family, Linwood Clarke and family, Shirlean Murphy and family, Bishop Philemon Wilson J.P, DD., MP and family, Ray and Renea Holmes and family, The Baker family, Tanya Richie and family, Mr. Neely and family, Shantell (Glen) Bevans and family, Veranique Brooks and family, PMH Female Medical I, and the Dialysis Unit 1 Stapledon family, St. Francis/Joseph Class of 1987 family and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Service for Wilson and Family, Lagloria Davis, Alma Evans, Evarista Mitchell Aladice Angela Culmer, 71 and Family, Val Henry, Beverley Pratt, Cheryl and Charlene a resident of #6 Lambert Close, Nassau East North, Nassau, Bahamas and formerly of Sandy Point, Abaco Bahamas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at St. Mark’s Native Baptist Church, Romer Street, Fox Hill. Officiating will be Reverend Dr. Carrington S. Pinder, assisted by Reverend Dr. Sabrina Pinder. Interment will follow in Public Cemetery, Sandy Point, Abaco. Aladice was predeceased by her Parents: Edward and Annibelle Bain; Siblings: Hilton Bain, Leroy Bain, Naomi Dames and Veronica Bain. Left to cherish precious memories are her devoted Children: Sherwanda Culmer and Shermona Wisdom; Granddaughter: Imani Wisdom; Son-in-law: Donovan Wisdom; Siblings: Deacon Edward Bain Jr., Anthony Bain, Leon Bain, Victoria Butler, Roselda Clarke; Brother-in-law: Hercules Clarke; Sister-in-law: Yvonne Bain; Aunt: Dorothy (Jonathon) Dean; Uncle: Harrison Gaitor; Godchildren: Frederick Pinder Senior, Shenika Taylor; Nieces: Lisa (Stanley) Bowe, Lovie (Larry) McIntosh, Hope Major, Eleanor (Bradley) Stuart, Rochelle (Kerrington) Stuart, Criscel Clarke, Essence Bain; Nephews: Scott Bain, Ralph (Sheryl) Dames, Mutazz and Ridwan Butler; Cousins: Eugene “Geno D” Davis, Errol (Bonnie) Davis, Jeffrey (Dorenda) Davis, Trevor (Avis) Davis, Lorraine Davis, Deborah (Marvin) Newbold, Karen (Herbert) Marshall, Michelle (Omar) Francis, Daniel (Cindy), Gilbert and Jason (Bernie) Davis, Elizabeth Stuart, Isabelle Culmer, Samuel Davis, Iona (Gadville) McDonald, Patrell Lloyd, Veronica Cumberbatch, Roselda (Rufus) Johnson, Enid and Sandra White, Sonamae Davis, Jeffrey, Portia, and Lydia Bethel, Willamae (Curtis) Cooper, and Pastor Carmen (Pastor Samuel) Cornish; Special friend: Jeffrey Thompson; Friends and Relatives Including: Stephen Culmer and Family, Myrtis Ferguson, Alvina St. Luce, Mavis Parks, Dr. Leslie and Beverley Culmer, Denise Strachan, Francis Henfield, Barbara Archer and Family, Kenneth and Audrey Culmer, Janet Goins and Family, Georgette Dames and Family, Shirley Knowles and Family, Krystal Major and Family, The Rt. Hon. Neville and Mrs. Manita Wisdom and Family, Ventrus Taylor, Rev. Dr. Phillip Rahming, Isadora Thompson and Family, Sylvia Pratt-Sweeting, Jewelann Bethel, Sharon Archer
Samuels, Mena Grant, Lera McKenzie, Andrew Hanna, Terry Joseph, Roslyn North, Rosie Duvalier, Elaine Major, Audrey Albury, Felicity Burrows, Anita Minor and friends of Philly, Valeria Lightbourne, Shirley Saunders, Dudley (Diana) Smith and Family, Aladice Munroe and Family, Gloria Adderley and Family, Greg and Lottie Rahming, Sister Carolyn Major, Rev. Nellie Wells, Rev. Yvonne Clarke, Rev. Vernae and Evangelist George Jennings, Deacon Leotha Kemp, Bro. Michael Laing, Madilyn Gardiner, Rev. Lorenzo Varey, Hilda Simmons, Martha Jones, Ruthmae Butler, Electa Lloyd, Isadora Blyden, Patricia Dames, Joyce Fagan, Maxine Headlam, St. Marks Native Baptist Church, The Community of Sandy Point, Abaco, The Community of Moores Island, Abaco, The Community of Nassau East North, and Citibank/Cititrust Staff and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for
Ena Mae Rolle, 76 a resident of Windsor Street, Monastery Park, Nassau, Bahamas and formerly of Harts, Exuma, Bahamas, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, December 26, 2025. She is survived by her sons: Sean Rolle and Pastor Elnathan (Ashlic) Rolle; grandchildren: Joshua, Zian, Elkaya and Victoria Rolle; sisters: Patricia Peterson, Clarice Allen; brother: Rev. Flavin Curry and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notices for Pastor Emeritus Jermaine Lollie Cedric Leo Jones, 89 Davis, 52
a resident of United Estates, San Salvador, died at The Rand Memorial Hospital on Thursday, December 25, 2025. He is survived by his Wife: Eva Inez Williams-Jones; Sons: George and Reginald Jones; Daughters: Leilamae Adams, Carolyn Bethel, Vernae Boderck, Christine Dean, Geneva and Paulette Jones, Pandora Brown; adopted daughters: Esther Baptiste, Elvise Davis Coleen Polhamus; 27 grandchildren, 10 adopted grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren, son-in-law: Pastor Stephen Brown, Vanduke Bethel; daughters-in-law: Evangelist Tharecita and Melody Jones; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
a resident of #9 Jumbay Drive, Golden Gates I, Nassau, Bahamas, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, December 29, 2025. He is survived by his mother: Pauline Davis; brother: Dale (Lana) Davis; niece: Damya; nephew: Dale Davis; aunts: Paulette Bowe, Brenda Ingraham, Barbara Smith, Gloria Sweeting, Madlin Oliver, Wendy Kemp, Ingrid Bartlette, Carolyn Major, Isadora Thompson, Margaret Russell, Audrey Dean, Bernadette Cartwright, Elizabeth Barnett, Harriet Davis, Tanya Davis, Elvira Davis; uncles: Eldridge Davis, Larry Davis, Ancilleno Davis, Don Russell, Darreyl Bartlette, Paul Barnett and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notices for Cheryl Bodie, 67 Elverna “Vernie” James, 85
a resident of Black Point, South Andros, Bahamas and formerly of Little Creek, South Andros, Bahamas, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday December 30, 2025.
of Seventh Street, Coconut Grove share that their beloved mother passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in Miami, Florida on Monday, December 29, 2025.
She is survived by her sons: Aviel Bodie; granddaughter: Ariel Bodie; sisters: Margaret McKenzie, Ethoyl Johnson-Klien, Dorcas Johnson, Elsie Johnson, Clara Rahming, Bunettta Sands, Marinetta Pinder, Orlean Smith, Ollymae Knowles, Lisa Bain; brothers: Levern Johnson, Allan Johnson, Jeffery Johnson, Christopher, Michael and Harry Johnson; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives including special friend.
Vernie was born in Pure Gold Andros on June 9, 1940 to Eddington Burrows of Scrub Hill, Long Island and Mary Ellen Smith- Burrows of Pure Gold.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
She was predeceased by her parents; husband Carmi “CB” James; brother, Luriel “B” Burrows; sister, Wilma Davis Marshall; niece, Mona Knowles, and her beloved Doxie Laila. She is survived by her three daughters, Evadnie Wilson, Erica Moiah James and Keshia Hicks, four grandsons and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for Philippa Jane Robinson, 53
Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 2nd January 2026 from 12:00 noon. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 3rd January 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for
of Kenya Avenue, Flamingo Garden, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday 3rd January, 2026 at Christ the King Anglican Church, Ridgeland Park. Officiating will be Canon Stephen Davies assisted by other members of the clergy. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. Left to celebrate Philippa’s life are her Husband: Julian Robinson; Daughters: Julane and Jarah Robinson; Mother: Olga McDonald; Stepmother: Wendy Strachan; Brothers: Aaron and Mikhilo Strachan, Donathon Cox Jr.; Sisters: Eileen Edwards, Orinoco Bethell, Shantell Strachan, Natalie (Lisa) Strachan, Sheniqua Cox; Uncles: Teddy, Johnny, Eddie, Greg & Trevor McDonald, Philip Strachan, Davidson Hepburn, Newman Whitfield; Aunts: Fanny, Brenda, Delcine, Rose, Debra McDonald, Monique Flowers, Dorothy King, Laura Benson, Ada Thompson-Hepburn, Christine Galanos, Viola Davis; Motherin-law: Beaulah Robinson; Brothers-in-law: Carlon Bethell, Clint Conyers; Sisters-in-law: Cathrina Conyers, Sonovia Calma, Deidre Gardiner; Nephews: Aaron Strachan Jr., Cory Conyers, Carlon Bethell Jr., Newman Whitfield Jr., Kaleb Ferguson, Santangelo Strachan, Daniel Bethell, Adriel & Adrian Edwards, Amir Strachan (Gran); Nieces: Dwainia Black, Catrea Conyers, Amythest Strachan, Kyla Bethell, Arona Strachan, Dawn-ya Cox; A host of other relatives and friends including: Sharese Bowe, Patrice Curry, Kenva Mullings, Sue Simmons, St. Ambrose Anglican Church Family, Bahamas Girls Guides 76th troop, Department of Public Services & Public Services Commission, Bahamas Road Masters, Flamingo Gardens running group. May Her Soul Rest in Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians &
Jayden Lav’r Matteo Samuel Pinder, 19
of Ambergris Street. Died on Friday, 26th December, 2025. He is survived by his mother: Janeile Pinder; father: Rickford Cleare; brothers: Joshua Gibson and Matthew Thompson; sisters: Ryck’l Cleare and Tanai Brown; grandparents: Bishop Carrington and Rev. Dr. Sabrina Pinder; aunts: Dr. Sabriquet Pinder-Butler, Devera Pinder, Caree Pinder-Rolle, Sahaila Walters and Slavonia Taylor; uncles: Scott Pinder, Cleo Walters, Lavado Rolle and Andre Taylor; grandaunts: Syb Dixon, Zoe Powell, Sherilyn Bethel, Carolyn Cleare, Vernae Jennings, Hilda Ellis, Martha Joness, Ruthy Butler, Electa Lloyd and Isadora Blyden; granduncles: Leslie, Tyrone, Don, Rudolph, Terry and Robert Miller, Paul and Andrew Pinder; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notices for Luke Wilton Cunningham, 65
Augusta Wallace née Minnis, 94
of Golden Isles, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday 25th December, 2025.
of Church Hill Avenue and formerly of Pleasant Bay, Andros, died at her residence on Tuesday 30th December, 2025.
He is survived by his daughters: Ludesha Cunningham-Croskey (Damien) and Luke-kesha Cunningham; step daughter: Rudiea Ferguson; sons: Luke Wilton Jr., Vernen, Wellington Carlton and James Edward Cunningham; sister: Charlene Wildgoose (Cedric); brothers: Andrew and Samuel Miller; numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She is survived by her daughters: Barbara Sawyer, Deborah Lumpkin, Donna Cox, Monique Barnes and Patrice Webb; sons: Vincent Vanderpool-Wallace, Derek Knowles, Stephen, Willard Jr. and Jermaine Wallace; numerous grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notices for Brenda Louise Hart, 78
Sylvia Estella Edgecombe, 86
Dorothy Ulah Coakley, 84
of Village Gardens, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, 23rd December, 2025.
of Rahming’s Court, Fox Hill, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, 30th December, 2025.
of Bay Lily Grove, Sea Breeze died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, 28th December, 2025.
Brenda is preceded in death by her son: Ramon Hart Sr.
She is survived by her daughter: Carroll Edgecombe; granddaughter: Andrewnique; great grandchildren: Ethan and Shaniya; sisters: Renee Neely, Kathleen and Erma; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She is survived by her daughters: Donna Adderley and Tanya Wright; sisters: Evangerline Rahming, Duchess Rolle, Alda Williams, Anne Johnson, Princess Blyden and Linda Turnquest; brothers: Franklyn Hanna and Mancer Roberts; numerous grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She is survived by her daughter: Sophia Hart-Rolle (Don); sons: Dwight, Winston (Tarinda) and Angelo Hart; grandchildren: Ramon Hart Jr., Demi and Dani Rolle, Grayson, Brandon, Bria, Khailee, Avard and Ajai Hart, Clevenique and Peyton Rolle; sisters: Areline Calhoun and Eureka Knowles; brother: Phillip Sands; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for Sweetlin Vearlese Higgs, 70 affectionately called “Sweetie” a resident of HarbourIsland, Eleuthera, who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital Wednesday December 10th, will be held 11:00 am. Saturday January 3rd, 2026 at Church Of God Of Prophecy Harbour Island. Pastor Daniel Tavar Major assisted by Rev. Jose Roberts, Bishop Samuel Higgs, Deacon Georgiana Barry and Brother Terrance Wells will officiate and interment will follow in St. Catherine’s Cemetery Harbour Island Eleuthera. Precious memories will linger in the hearts of her sons and their wives: Owen and Samantha Higgs and Ovardo and Kindis (Shervette) Gibson; Daughter: Gaynell Higgs; Adopted sons and wife: Patuel & Charmile Hart and Omocko McPhee; Adopted daughters: Keisha Hudson and Samantha Hart; Sisters: Gizelle Gardiner, Neeka Higgs and Flossiemae Bain; Brother-in-law: Wallace Bain; Grandchildren: De’Shanell Gibson, O’vaughnya Higgs, Aaliyah (Pinky) Gibson, Zakiya (Sally) Gibson, Cambria (Bria) Gibson, Owen Higgs Jr., Oweano Higgs,Emma Neely, Patuel Hart Jr, Kori Hart and Nev’Vyn Bain; Great-Grandchildren: Khy’rie and Ter’ran Gibson; Nieces: Lashanda Pearce, Kenya Gardiner, Lasintra Neely, Curlena Higgs, Nurse Kim Green, Dericka Rolle; Nephews: Arvon Higgs, Peter Higgs, Jason Higgs, Trevor Higgs, Byron Neely, Rashard Neely, Mitchel Bain. Wallace Bain Jr., Frank Gardiner Jr., David Gardiner, Shancon Bain, Shannon Bain, Prince Green; Grand Nieces: Shantaenae Pearce, Trevaeh Higgs, Trevaye Higgs, Jerad, Janae, Johnny Higgs, Jarda Woodside, Laveyah Munnings, Nova McIntosh, Treasure Johnson, Jayda Rolle and Arihana Clear; Grand nephews: Aveno Higgs, Kijani Pearce, Mesiyah Perera, Tino Clear Jr, Jeremiah Saunders, Grace, Kaylee & Alexander Higgs; Great Grand Nephew: Daveano Higgs and Amari Neely; God-Sister: Eloise Knowles; God-Brothers: Willard and Wilfred Johnson; God Children: Darrell Johnson, Ellaka Clarke, Phllipa Roberts, Deshan Tamara Saunders, Lamar Desmangles, Ryland Cash, Michael, Ancilla and Blair Black, Amy Young, Dukell Davis, Susan Oliver, Sheniqua Bullard, Season Grant, Kava Mackey, Romona Farrington, Dana Morris, Gavin Neely, Georgenell Neely, Mychalla Higgs, Indisha and Indira Duncombe, Logan Curry, Karea Turnquest, Latelia Albury, Lakeen Grant, Scott Higgs, Nathan and Evelyn Saunders, Amelia Grant, Stephon Ferguson, Shane Albury, Casey Sawyer, Nicholas Johnson, Wanda Higgs, Rayon Higgs, Teasher Cromwell, Toya Cleare, Shekinah Neely, Viventae and Javana Thompson, Kenyanna Roberts, Cassius Turnquest Jr & Numerous others; Aunts & uncles and their families: Zerlene Maycock and family, Brenda Higgs (Carl) & Family, Eugenia Percentie & Family, Glova Nixon & family, Elizabeth Cash & family, King Nixon & family, Leona Jones & family, Theckla Higgs and family, Lion Higgs & Family, Thomas Higgs & family, Eugene Higgs & Family; Special Friends and Other Relatives: Anthony Butler & Family, Ethel Cleare Stubbs & Family, Brenda Mackey & family, Margaret Davis & Family, Junamae Thompson & Family, Janet Rahming & family, Cassandra Roberts & family, Nellie Thompson & Family, Melvina Davis & Family, Oquendo Neely, Ethelmae Moss & Family, Terry Cash & Family, Inez & Carmilla Young & Family, June Bowe & family, Angie Stewart and Family, Lona Barry & Family, Jenamae Grant & Family, Doreen, Cecily and Laurieann
& Family, Francis Bullard & Family, Florense Dean & family, Jack & Sallymae Higgs & family, Staurt & Ivy Clear & family, Samuel & Iris Lewis & family, Vincent and Shantel Collie & Family, Deidrie Barry & family, George Higgs and Family, Romell Barry & Family, Karen Turnquest , Violet Roberts, Martin-Lee Grant & Family, Darla, Maezina, Charletta Higgs & Family, Magolda Higgs & Family, Jackie & Patrica Sawyer & Family, Juanita Percentie & Family, Bishop Anthony Dean & Family, Pastor Tavar Major & Family, Duke and Niecey and Family, Bishop Samuel Higgs & Family, Patrice Barry & Family, Madlyn Johnson & family, Nola Roberts & Family, Donna Cleare & Family, Loretta Johnson & Family, Valarie Roberts & Family, Mildred Roberts & Family, Valarie, Vivreen and Alice Matter and Family, Pearl Lewis & family, Sally Grant & Family, Linda Brennen & family, Jose and Leona Roberts & Family, Ferris Higgs & Family, Rodney Greene & Family, Anthony Johnson & Family, Emily Saunders & Family, Diane Percentie & family, Terry Deaveaux & Family, Lorna Major & Family, Jessie Brookes-Romero & family, Sally Hope & Family, Rosie Mitchell & Family, Micheala “Mickey” Broemel, Jilly Saunders & Family, Tremmie Morris & Family, Jessilee Mackey & Family, Eloise Knowles & Family, Judy Thompson & Family, Juanita Martin & Family, Ivy Moss & Family, Shammie Grant & Family, Delarie Hutchinson & Family, Lammie Malcom & Family, Glenroy and Elaine Arhana & Family, Marionette Cartwright & family, Joe Higgs & family, Helen Roberts & Family, Diane Kelly-Socerates & Family, Miranda Smith & Family, Annsten & Family Chistopher Neely & Family. Luanne Saunders & Family, Annamae Saunders & Family, Annseton Barry & family, Ruth Albury & Family, Matthew Morris & family, Nadine Kemp & Family, Lucy Rolle & Family, Mr & Mrs Kelton Farquharson, Isleneka Sawyer & Family, Julia Barry & Family, Julie Ulrich & Family, Cathy Percentie & Family, Gusty Lewis & Family, Latoya Higgs & Family, Romell Percentie & family, Cookie & Cathy Ross Family, Lillian Imlach & Family, Cathlene Ross & family, Princess Johnson & Family, Joeann Clear and Family, Pandora Pedican/Fairweather & Family, The Hart Family; Eleuthera: Walter Gibson, Felease Knowles, Cherry Gibson, Karen Clarke, Commissioner of Police Shanta Knowles, Laurane, Tia, William, Wayne Knowles, Stacey Hachell, The Culmers, Walter & Raynell Miller & family, Ivamae Cooper and Family, Karrissa Andrews and Family, Ermit H Piere, The Gibson family, The McKinney Family, Emma E. Cooper Primary School Staff, The Wemyss Bight, Rock Sound, Palmetto Point, Governors Harbour, Gregory Town, Upper and Lower Bogue Communities, Inagua: Miriam Adderley & Family, Lucy Hamilton & Family, Angela Kelly& Family, Videl Hollingsworth & Family, Jacquelin Lightbourne & Family, Leah Ferguson & family, Lashae Bain & Famliy, Freelandra Delancy & Family, Jessica Newbold, Simone Murphy, Alexis Francis, Muriel McIntosh & family, Amapola Hanchel & family, Adrian & Chrishelle Pyfrom & Family, Tarra Burrows & Family, Nicholas & Tara Lindo & Family, Debbie Farqarson & Family, Nisgho Collie and Family, Darlene Seymour & Family, Erma Burrows & Family, Kevin & Theadora Kelly & Family, Doctors & Nurses of Harbour Island, the Centerville community Descendent of Farmers Cay, Exuma, The Church of God of Prophecy Inagua and Harbour Island family, The Methodist Church family, The Anglican Church Family, Catholic Church Family, The Valentines Resort Family and the entire communities of Nassau, Exuma, Inagua, Eleuthera and Harbour Island. We the family apologize if your name was not mentioned it was not intentional. We appreciated your prayers, visits, telephone calls and words of encouragement. May Her Soul Rest in Peace. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME INDEPENDENCE DRIVE Friday from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon and at the Church in Harbour Island Friday from 6:00 p.m. to service time on Saturday.
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Death Notices for Juliette Mary Laing, 65
Marvin Kevin Cooper, 55
a resident of Fire Road, Abaco, died at her residence Tuesday, December 9th, 2025.
of Ridgeland Park West and formally of Staniel Cay, Exuma, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday December 28th, 2025.
Left to mourn her passing are her, Son: Elcheano Edgecombe; Daughter-in-law: Charese Edgecombe; Grandchildren: Eleia Edgecombe & Elecia Edgecombe; Brother: Leslie Major Sr. (Audrey Major); Sister: Jennifer Johnson; Nephews: Leslie Major Jr., Tito Russell, Yadnick Hepburn, Basil General; Nieces: Ivanette Russell, Fatima Rolle, Tamyra Stubbs. Numerous cousins and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and will be announced at a later date.
He is survived by 1 son: Marvin Cooper Jr.; 8 brothers: Donald, Bradley, Rudolph, Franklyn, Gary, Gregory, Tyrone and Godfrey Cooper; 6 Sisters: Claudia Whylly, Theresa Cooper-Munroe, Cynthia Johnson, Michelle Tynes, Patrice Dean and Antoinette Banks; 1 Uncle and 1 Aunt: Lenneth and Beverly Brozozog; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends including his Ridgeland Park brothers. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for
William Mitchell Cartwright, 87
will be held at Saint Theresa Roman Catholic Church, Upper Bogue, Eleuthera on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Monsignor John Johnson; Interment will follow in The Public Cemetery, Upper Bogue Eleuthera. William Mitchell was predeceased by his wife: Eula Cartwright and Kirkland Cartwright. Precious memories linger in the hearts of his, Sons: Anthony Cartwright and Joseph Cartwright; Daughters: Vernice Knowles, Louise Cartwright, Monica Cartwright and Monique Saunders; Grandsons: Anthony Jr., Ashwood, Ashland, Joseph Jr., Josiah, Arnold Joseph, Seth, Kristorr, Kyle, Brett, Yannick, Joshua and Rashad; Granddaughters: Heather Taylor (Gerad), Herdessa Knowles, Alyssa Gibson (De Oliver Sr.) Angelique Cartwright, Josandra McMinns “Heidi” (Judelin), Rodesha Bethel (Raymond), Kristen Cartwright, Devincia and Yasmin Collins, Lateria Johnson (Cordero), Jessica Archer (Rico) and Dayshanea Collins; Great Grandsons: Charvaz, De. Oliver Jr., Julian, Jeriad Jr., Samuel III, Rayden, Rhys, Ren, Leon, Raymond Jr., Seth Jr., Kyrell, Paul III, Peyton, Perez, Kyron, Runique, Kenia, Malachi, Christopher, Liam, Brenson, Kyrie, Yaiden, D’nari, Jeremiah and Asiah; Great Granddaughters: Daliah, Kennedy, Joliah, Skila, Rayanna, Setha, Karlie, Ava, Aurora, Kyle, Kloe, Yaiva, Adaelyn and Ehmi; Daughter-in-law: Anelie Cartwright; Son-in-law: Stephen Sweeting; Sisters-in-law: Mary Sweeting and Eloise Sweeting; Nieces: Dianne Thompson, Agatha Simms, Agnes Wright, Cindy Ambrister, Susan Cartwright, Cecelia Cartwright, Maxin Rahming, Shirley Russel, Gail Bethel. Doreen Wells, Joanne Johnson, Zerlie Chin, Tena Roberts, Kyrstal Sweeting, Nicole Spencerm Gladys Basden, Eulimae Bastian, Sharia Higgs, Kenrea Grant, Philipha Sweeting and Judy Beavens; Nephews: Vincent Cartwright, Keith and Kevin Cartwright, Terrance Cartwright, Peter and Matthew Burrows, Allan, Jeffrey, Delbert, Billy and Marty Knowles, Rudy Higgs, Ricardo Sweeting, Desmond, Alvin, Alkina, Timothy, Jason and Justin. Other Relatives and Friends include: Grand nieces and nephews, Gregory Town, Nassau, Long Island and North Eleuthera. Doctor Russel, nursing and supp ort staff of Lower Bogue Clinic. Viewing will in the Hope Room on friday from 9am to 5 pm and at the chruch from 8am on Saturday until service time.
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Wayne Nathaniel Ingraham, 60 will be held at Ebenezer Gospel Chapel, Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be The Rt. Hon. Rev. Francis Carey; Assisted by Bishop Kirk Smith. Interment will follow in Tarpum Bay Public Cemetery. Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 36 years E. Regina Ingraham; Children: Wayne Jr., Rolanda, Hannah, Selena and Shane Ingraham; Grandchildren: Brielle, Bryson, Wynter and Alaiya; Mother: Emily Marie Ingraham; Motherin-Law: Joan Hilton; Sisters: Wandy (Rodney) Cleare, Jacquelin (Andre) McCartney, Velma (Michael Sr.) Dorsett; Sisters-in-law: Natasha (Ray) Stubbs, Laverne Thompson, Joann Hilton; Brothers-in-law: Phillip Hilton, Sherwin Hilton, Ian (Melanie) Hilton; Nieces & Nephews: Kristy (David) Cartwright, Rodney Cleare Jr., Eboni Cleare, Nicole, Yasmine (Miguel) Culmer, Terrianna (Lance) Francis, Andre Jr., (Crashoul) McCartney, Allice (Gregory Jr.) Saunders, Michael Jr. (Gabrielle)Dorsett, Melizza Dorsett, Miranda (Leslie) Cartwright, Dwinique, Savannah, Sasha and Dwinaj Ingraham, Alexander (Tempess) Hilton, Jason Hilton, Roland Hilton, Sherwin Jr. (Santasha) Hilton, Samia Hilton, Rashad, Raheem and Taysha Stubbs, Matthew and Michael Thompson, Iyanda, Christoper and Iyrelle Hilton and Shornette Hilton. Numerous grandnieces and nephews, Aunts and Uncles: Anne (Thomas) Mingo, Gladys Longley, Margaret ( Minard) Smith, Mary Culmer, Edith McClain, James Smith, Frank Bethel, Naomi Butler, Marsha Carey, Sharon Thompson, Paul (Mary) Knowles; Godchildren: Garanique Whylly, Tempess Hilton, Harniqua Bodie, Andrea Culmer, Donavon Rolle, Alexia Knowles, Erin Major, Nathan Edwards, Onan Culmer; Adopted son: Pedro Bethel, Chris Smith, Kenneth Davis; Special Friends: Thomas Woodside, Devon Horton, Paul Knowles, Kevin Bastian, Deangelo Bethel, Glen Edwards, Chris Major, Jared Johnson, Desmond Hall, Kenyon Gibson, Evan Gibson, Frankie Horton, Star, Dervard (Dyck) Pyfrom, Ernal Thompson, Ricardo Knowles, Bishop Ernest Sweeting. Other relatives and friends including Zalika Turnquest, Camron Reckley, Christopher Adderley, Yvonne Ingraham, Keva Rolle Cumer and family, Members of Ebenezer Gospel chapel, Palmetto Point Gospel Chape, Spanish Wells Gospel Chapell and Governors Harbour Gospel Chapel. The Entire Community of South Eleuthera, The Edwards family, The Rolle family, The Morley family, The Goodman Family, The Mingo family, The McCartney Family, The Culmer Clan, Dr. Barrett McCartney, Dr. Francis Bigal, Dr. Levard Rolle, Dr. Adrian Cargill, Nurses, Emergency Technicians and Doctors at Doctors Hospital, Bahamas Wellness Clinic, and South Eleuthera Clinics. To those not mentioned please know that it was not intentional you are appreciated. Viewing will be in the Garden of Precious Memories on Friday from 9am to 5 pm and at the church at 7 pm on Friday until service time in Saturday.
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Funeral Services for Cornell (Buncy) Richard Moss, 64 a resident of #4 Park Forrest Court, will be held at Abundant Life Bible Church, Abundant Life Road, on Saturday, 3rd January 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Senior Co-Pastor Cranston Knowles, assisted by Senior Co-Pastor Gil Maycock and Associate Pastor David Cartwright. Interment at Western Cemetery, Nassau Street. He is survived by his Wife: Lisa E. Moss; Daughters: Cassiopeia Moss & Keva Williams; Sons: Omar (& Deontillee) Moss, Owen Moss, Oren (& Brooke) Moss; Grandchildren: Kymari Knowles, Amaree, Amiyah & Haven Moss; Mother-in-law: Beatrice Thompson; Uncles: Kenneth Knowles Sr. and Noel Gibbs Sr.; Aunts: Rosemary Marshall, Paula Holder, Prisca Gibbs and Emerald Moore; Sisters: Marina & Randy Mc Claine, Earnestine Butler-Stubbs, Laurastine & Nelson Ferguson, Marcia Moss, Toni & Kim Moss-Wilson, Tracy & Archelaus Culmer, Richelle Moss; Sisters-in-law: Joycelyn & Lathon Ellis, Karla, Tena Thompson, Dominica Lloyd, Tanya Knowles, Shaunielle & Herbert Oembler, Kim & Jason Saunders and Christine Wilson. Brothers: Dwight & Andrea Knowles Sr., Derrel & Kendra Moss, Juan & Marita Moss, Kevin & Tiffany Moss; Brothers-in-law: Minister Keith Thompson, Sammy & Jency Smith, Wayne & Rose Gibbs, Randall & Tonya Gibbs, and Ryan & Deborah Gibbs; Nieces: Alexandria (& Aaron Reeves,) Ashley Oemberler, Jena (& Kurtwood) Green, Kenya Lewis, Chiquita, Shifara, Rhandi, Rhanishka Vashti and Vinise Gibbs, Keventi Cash, Juandea, Briana and Kaleia Moss, Ajani Culmer, Tamica (& John) Bryant, Dynique, Cherrisse, Brittney, Andrewnique Thompson; Nephews: Tobori & Tiffany Dean, Valentino & Lynell Gibbs, Najai & Junicka Culmer, Je’Vaugh Saunders, Vinard & Hannah Gibbs, Johnnilee Lewis, Thine, Kristain, Kip, Darius, Elmore, and Lorenzo Thompson, Ellison Robins, Orlando Robins, Derrel & Eric Thomas, Danargio Moss, Dwight Jr., D’Andrey Jermaine, Dwayne Jr., D’Vaughan, & Daran Knowles, Sean Wilson Jr., Kaden Cash, T’Auren Moss, and A’Jai Culmer. Other relatives & friends including: The Johnson family, The Gibbs family, The Thompson family, The Pratt family, Alma Albury, Dr. Crispen Gomez, The Abundant Life Bible Church family, and SAC class of 79. Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home,
Market Street, from 12-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Mrs. Paula Nairn, 86 a resident of Leeward Isle Way, Golden Gates #2, will be held at Our Lady of the Holy Souls Parish, Deveaux Street, on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Father Nathaniel Ogar. Interment follows in Catholic Cemetery, Tyler Street. She leaves behind a devoted Husband: Stafford Nairn. Children: Donna Thurston, Sharon Swaby, Trevor Deveaux and Skishnell Nairn. Sisters: Sylvia Sands and Lulamae Munnings. Nieces: Erma Duncanson, Stephanie Weir, Sandra Licencear, Antoinette Clark, Allison Bethel, Carla McIntosh, Joann Demeritte, Karen Gilbert, Vincelette Munnings, Muschello Ferguson (Dwayne) and Nicolette McKinney (Quincy). Nephews: Eric Miller and Roger Hanna, Charles Hanna (Emily), Vernon Hanna, Shawn and Vincent Munning. Daughter-In-law: Marley Jallah Deveaux. Grandchildren: Raquel Newbold (Osborne Sr.), Lamont Swaby (deceased), Antonisha Thurston, Tyrone Swaby Jr., Torie Swaby, Sharine Deveaux, Keno Clarke, Kendall Deveaux Jr., Trevonne (Messiah) and Tiarra Deveaux and Khemron Rolle. Great Grandchildren: Osborne Newbold, Laviere Munroe, Dylan Swaby, Heru Newbold, Kaylah Swaby, Aliana Swaby, Kaden Swaby, Myla Strong, Cassidy Swaby, Lamont Swaby Jr. and Taelyn Swaby. Stepchildren: Abraham, Lourawls, Samuel and Stafford Jr. Nairn. Sister-In-Law: Rev. Dr. Mary Nairn. Brothers-in-laws: Dale and Godfrey Nairn, Leroy Miller. Uncle-in-law: Percy Role. Other Relatives and Friends: Virta Gedeon, Irene Grant, Sandra Seymour, the Jallah Family, Pearl Henfield, Tyrone Swaby, Anthony Thurston, Shawn Minnis, The Seymour Family, Theresa and Family, Denise Barnes and Family, Diane Johnson and Family, Marcia Burrows and Valerie Brice Brown. Special Thanks: The Ours Lady’s Family, The Seymour Family, Dr. McPhee, Janique Wallace and the entire Wulff Road Community. Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 12-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
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Death Notices for Alexander Junior “Uncle Lou” Butler Sr., 88
Sharon Fox, 50
a resident of Peach Street, Rolle Ave & formerly of Flamingo Gardens, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at a resident of #49 Deveaux Street off the Princess Margaret Hospital. Market Street, died at PMH on Sunday, She is survived by her parents, Barbara December 28, 2025. and David Fox; five children, Shamara, He is survived by his wife: Madrina Martin Jr., Shantea, and Shaquel Cox, and Butler; 3 daughters: Patrice Smith, Portia Barbara Fox; Four Brothers: David Jr. Wilkinson & Theresa Martin; 2 sons: and Kevin Fox, Darren Burrows, and Ryan Alexander Butler Jr. & Samuel Miller; Fox; Two Sisters: Shanika and Denise numerous grandchildren, great grand Fox; Nine Grandchildren & a host of children & great, great grandchildren; 1 other relatives & friends. sister: Francina Butler Watson; 1 brother: William Butler; numerous nieces & Funeral arrangements will be announced nephews & a host of other relatives at a later date. & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Clarence William “Papa” Smith, 85
a resident of #27 Woodland Road off Village Road & formerly of Mt. Thompson, Exuma, died at his residence on Saturday, December 27, 2025. He is survived by his 3 daughters: Melissa & Patricia Smith & Felisha Higgs; 1 son: Peter Douglas; numerous grand & great grandchildren; 3 sisters including: Annis & Lydia Smith; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notices for Amos James Ferguson Jr., 81
Tanya Smith Cartwright, 61
a resident of Wulff Road, died at his a resident of Sea Beach Road, Sea Beach residence on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Estates, died on Saturday, December 27, 2025 in Florida, USA. He is survived by his children: Kevin (Terah), Shonette and Marvin (Indira) She is predeceased by her parents: Dave Ferguson; 5 grandchildren; 2 brothers: and Inez Smith; sister, Sandra Bullard. Wayde & Alfred Ferguson; 3 sisters: Sandra Kelly Jestina Ferguson & Sheila She is survived by her son: Jareau Roberts; Brown; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces sister: Donna Smith Morgan; nieces: & nephews & a host of other relatives & Kamaria Morgan, Bethany Smith-Morgan & Bria Stuart; grand niece: Lola Martinez; friends. special mentioned: Angela Albury, Lisa Funeral arrangements will be announced Turnquest, Meltese Carey, Goddie Tina, Father Keith Cartwright, Dr. Duane at a later date. Sands, Clint Watson, Lisa Stuart & the entire ZNS staff. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
John “Johnie” Eneas, 74
a resident of Milton Street, died at PMH on Monday, December 22, 2025. He is survived by his children: Raymond, Loretta, Louella Levi & Brittany Eneas; 9 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; 3 brothers: Peter, Kenny & Charlie Eneas; 1 sister: Anne Eneas; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service For Taran Shakem Hanna-McQueen, 27 affectionately called “Normal” of Aberdeen Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Church Of Christ Apostolic, Pioneers Loop, Freeport, G. B., The Bahamas. Officiating: Pastor Sandra Taylor, Assisted By: Apostle Casey Louis and Apostle Dr. Helen J. Scott, Interment: Grand Bahama Memorial Park II, Settler Way, Freeport, G.B., The Bahamas. He was predeceased by his grandfather: Edward Hanna. He is survived by his devoted and loving Parents: Veronique Hanna (Joseph Mather) and Terrance McQueen; Grandmother: Rhodina Wilson, Sisters: Jodie Mather, Brittany Percenti-Ferguson, Rionda Evans, Jessica Nottage; Brothers: Tavon Hanna, Cerone Dean, Teriko Dean, Bendon and Shaquille Percentie, Laterio Higgs, Travis Evans, Vardo McQueen, Jeffrey Marsille, Nieces: Justina Ferguson, Israyel, Je’ziyah, Antwanay, Cyncere; Nephews: Lamon, Zahir, Kimani, Khalid, Kash Ferguson; Aunts: Apostle Casey (Jadys) Louis, Deaconess Sherill ( Lundy) Russell, Deaconess Nyoka (Lynden) Gaitor, Samantha and Deidra Hanna, Janet Culmer, Annalee McQueen, Jancy McQueen-Rolle (Enoch), Davanda McQueen; Uncles: Ednol and Paul Hanna, Wayne (Izona) Hanna, Vaughn Wilson, Kent Wallace and Lulus McQueen; Cousins: Shacanta Burrows, Arianna Fawkes, Lynden Jr, Michelle, Grace and Praise Gaitor, Paige, D’Angelo and Angel Louis, Anfernee Conyers, Zahria, Kyle, Hadassah, Luke Hanna, Devanno Williams, Ashley (Jeremy) Hanford, Africa, Edelle and Raniya Hanna, Deja and Denim Wilson, Victoria Smith, Candi Stubbs, Don Burrow, Alfie Stubbs, Lucretia Stubbs, Phillip McQueen, Doreen Mott, Allunzo Stubbs, Tinzlee Stubbs, Lucretia Stubbs, Donavon White, Jessie and Aldarie McQueen, Malba Foster, Franko McQueen, Latrel and Jaden McQueen, Vernitta and Tarsus McQueen, Caitlyn Smith, Mason Stubbs, Don Jr. and Dontae Burrows; Grand Aunts: Georgiana and Princess Wilson, Eleanor Woodside, Dellarece Taylor, Feenix (Wendell) Evans, Martha Dean, Grand Uncles: Pastor Timothy Jr (Diane), Pastor Marvin (Maryann), Ashwell (Debbie) Wilson, Special Friends: Zoey, Beyonce Dareus, Kalyle Hamilton, Zhivargo Ferguson, Kevin Williams, Adrian Pratt, Francesco Duncombe and Pedro Fox, Sharmaz Brown, Samantha and Stanley Marseille. Relatives and Friends: Apostle Dr. Helen J. and Bishop Sidney Scott (Entire Whosoever Will International Ministries #1-North Andros), Apostle Casey and Jadys Louis (Entire Whosoever Will International Ministries #2 Freeport- Grand Bahama), Dr. Prophetess Denies Mather and Family (Invading Force Ministries International), Rev Blanche Mather and Family, Clea Storr, DeWana Wilson, Johnnae and Collins lightbourne, Ken Webb, The Wilson Family, South Bahamia Community, Caravel Beach Community, Pastor Cadnell Woods and Family Apostle Dellarece Williams and Healing Hands Ministry, Chasity Turnquest, Lashanda, Ron and Alex Woodside, Roccio, Cynara and Jereeco Wilson, Kenneth, Gadville, Theresa, Tristan Woodside, Deon Wilson, Talisa, Talano and Darrell Taylor, Theora, Gabrielle, Tarique and T’shura Evans, Timel, Davidvivo and Danyiel, Marvin Jr., Phoenix, Joshua Lee, Trey and Demetri Wilson, Vincent and Edwin Riley and Family, Shelton and Franklyn (Seal) Pennerman, Dorchen, Malinda and Leonardo Bullard, Samantha and Family, Ken and Van, Cassandra Hanna, Philip Smith, Chinqueke (Hilliard) Culmer, Kenny Ellis, Royann Dills, Patsy Roberts, Marina Knowles, Matinese Butler, Gaynor Curtis, Darlene McKenzie, Pastor Howard and Michelle Mott and Vision of God Family, Royal Williams, The Lifeguards Celebrations Cay, Roy and Leroy Brown, Denzel Harvey, Samantha, Jonathan Lightbourne, Kayshorna Williams, Kassius Moss, Talbert Evans, Raymond Pennington Jr., Jerry Hunter, Valentino Bullard, Perio Neely, Tyler Knowles, Lanae Desnir and Family, Jeanine and Bridgette McQueen, Greta Frazier, The McQueen families of Lowe Sound Community and Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera and The North Andros Community. The Family sincerely apologize for any names inadvertedly omitted or missed spelt. Viewing will be held at Carvel Zion Baptist Church, Coral Road, Freeport, G.B., The Bahamas, on Friday, January 2, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 5p.m. and at the church on Saturday, January 3, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to service time.
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Funeral Service for Maliah Rene Wilchcombe, 20 of Kings Subdivision, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 11:00am at Kingdom Worship Center, West Atlantic Dr., Freeport Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Bishop Kermit Saunders assisted by Prophet Cambrel Poitier. Interment will follow at Harbour West Public Cemetery. She is survived by her, Mother: Devon J. Hall; Father: Lynden (Anneathera) Wilchcombe; Grand Mothers: Jacquline Hall, Voidell Carter & Delores Kemp; Grand Fathers: Jackson Wilchcombe; Sisters: Avia Woodside, Lyn’A & Laila Wilchcombe & Aaliyah Smith; Brothers: Antoine Woodside Jr. & Jaylen Swain; Aunts: Silvanna Hall, Alish (Richard) Dawkins, Jasmin Missick, Jackoye (Clarence) Wright; Uncles: Jerome (Ashnell) Missick, Justin (Tiffany) Missick, Michael Guillory, Julio & Charles Wilchcombe & Kevin Wildgoose; Special Friends: Marlon Smith, Denae Delancy & Willow; Grand Aunts: Lenora & Janice Hall, Julieth Green, Jacqueline, Judith & Keva Wilchcombe, Sonia Hall, Annis (Patsy) Hall, Cornell Walkin, Shaneka Hall, Melinda Symonette, Arlene (Kirkland) Bethel, Shanaca Andrews & Alexcine Mader; Grand Uncles: Kevin & Anthony Hall, Timothy Smith, Dion, Torrance & Justen Hall, Franklin (Beatrice) Carter, Linden, Christopher & Richard Wilchcombe; Cousins: Dayanice, Drexler (Shanice) & Davie Bartlett, Tasia Nelson, Stacy (Blair) Pierce, Hanfredra Hall, Natalia (Salvano) Bullard, Rashad, Rashae and Natasha Hall, Andre (Latoya) Hall, Kevvanna Percentie, Royanne, Renae, & Reginald Williams, Sharo Hall, Christopher (Angel), & Branville Cooper, Janesha Gibson, Juan Woodside, Abagail, Isaiah & Elliott Campbell, Khloe & Tauri Knowles, Justin Jr., Josiah, Joshua, Jayce & Aspyn Missick, Richard Dawkins IIII, Cassidy & Mya Bullard, Mel & Trent Carter, Daysia, Denae & Ronald Cater IIII, Maquell Williams, Brandon, Brandi, & Brendan Wilchcombe, Kirkland III, Celeste & Charisma Bethel, Ashley Smith, Michael & Mickelle Guillory; God Parents: Keno Parker, Arlene Bethel, Jathana Greene & Sheryl Dorvell; Other relatives and friends including: Mark Roberts, Jaden August, Payge Woodside, Shokeea (Alex) Muller & Family, Lavanda, Raquell & Ross Jr. Burrows, Crystal & Trinity Smith, Jai, Jordyn Hanna, Corey Bethel and Family, The Doctors and Nurses of the Rand Memorial Hospital ICU, The Entire Community of Pinedale EMR, FCP Staff, Buckeye Bahamas (BORCO), Bishop Kermitt & Minister Adrianne Saunders & Kingdom Worship Center International Family, Minister Kimbrell & Glory Generation Family, Precious Moments Christian Academy Family, Mary Star of the Sea Catholic School Family, Class of 2023 St. George’s Senior High School, BTVI, Kiki & Staff of P’s Convenience Store, Management of Staff of Uber 7, Superstar Rocker Junkanoo Company, Euphemie Russell & Family. Viewing will be held in the “Royal Suite” at Westside Memorial Mortuary, Hanna Hill Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama on Friday, January 2, 2026, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm.
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Death Notices for Clarabell Ingraham, 53
Freddie Mae Bethel, 77
of Windsor Lane, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, December 27th, 2025.
of Fire Trail Road, New Providence, Bahamas, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, December 25th, 2025.
She is survived by her parents: Samuel and Francis Ingraham; sons: Alfred Strachan, Wattson Edmund, Phillip Moss, Leonardo Taylor and Marc Adderley; daughters: Kristin Minus, Dannielle Ingraham, Tonique Ingraham, Tronia Minus and Bria Ingraham; siblings: Samuel Cox, Vernita Ferguson, Carmetta Ingraham, Charlie Ferguson and Marion Coakley; grandchildren: Leonardo Taylor Jr., Danneaya Johnson, Frederick Ingraham, Tazai Adderley, Tronardo Taylor, Gianna Moss, Winta Edmond, Trent Taylor; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She is survived by her husband: Garnet Bethel; children: Adrian and Alfred Strachan, Rochelle Fowler, Sharon Strachan, Elizabeth Cartwright, Raquel, Derek, Marvin, Garnet Jr., Keith and Kevin Bethel; siblings: Margaret Lester, Linda Lamb, Winifred Ferguson, Prince and Elvis Brice and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notice for Death Notice for
Cloda Pierre, 57
Cynara Miranda Allen, 45
A resident of East Street South, New Providence, formerly from La-Tortue, Haiti, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, December 24th, 2025.
of #6 Hibiscus Way, Gardens Hills #1 died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, December 27th, 2025. She is survived by her sons: Amare Allen and Devin Munnings; siblings: Samantha Knowles, Kevonya McKenzie, Jasper Knowles and Veronique Knowles; 1 nephew: Athan Brennen; 11 aunts: Barbara Moree, Lisa and Monique Bain, Melanie and Tamara Allen, Lanett Gray, Betty Roberts, Alice Sands, Patsy Pinder, Erica Hall, Vonchelle Ettienne; 2 uncles: Stanley Coleby and Trevor Moree; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
She is survived by her only daughter: Acheline Dorcely; sons: Wilny Dorcely, Wodson Dorcely, Edvince Dorcely, and Lavison Dorcely; Step daughter: Wosemate Dorcely; grandchild: Mactayson Dorcely, Downavens Dorcely, Brianna Dorcely, Diego Dorcely, Micheal Johnson Dorcely, Mama Dorcely, Sondodo Dorcely Kiwinne Dorcely, Tech Dorcely, Malakai Dorcely, Jennica Bellot, and Nalenca Bellot; brother: Adrian Pierre; nephews: Tidje Alecy, Silence Alecy, and Azai Alecy; and a host of relatives and friends to numerous to mention. Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited.
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Funeral Services for Leona Etienne Almonor, 83
Janae Renasia Ricketts Spence, 23
A resident of Carmichael Road, Nassau, Bahamas, formerly from Pignon, Haiti, died at residence on Monday, 1st December, 2025.
A resident of Pinewood, New Providence, formerly from Kingston, Jamaica, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, December 8th, 2025.
Funeral service will be held at 10:00am, on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026, at Metropolitan Church of The Nazarene, East Street & Bahama Avenue, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Rebert Saintibert, and assisted by other Ministers of The Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence. Left to cherish her precious memories are her Children: David Charles, Diana Ormilus Gaston, Abel Ormilus, Therese Ormilus and Madeline Ormilus Jean Pierre; Grandchildren: Davidson Charles, Ybenson Auguste, Aida Joseph, Berlande, Ryan, Emmanuel, Emmanuella, Evy and Carlentz; Great-grandchildren: Diane Maia Auguste, Moryan and Aiden Joseph; daughter in-law: Winda Jules, Kettlebell Derivieres and Fanola Charles; son in-laws: Moralus Joseph, Andregene Gaston, Dosenchy Joesph, Billy Jean Pierre, Myrtho Cadet, Emmanuel Pierre and Rolando Joseph; brother and sister: Leostene Charles, Leonie Charles, Manie Charles, Loristen Charles, Gertha Charles; nephews and nices: Elize, Rosena Jeune, Bertha Jeune, Thimothie Jeune, Wilande Charles, Lyouni Charles, Vanessa Charles, Erold, Lesly, Magheti; cousins: Mimose, Jhency Saintil, Melani, and a host of other relatives and friends. Relative and friends may pay their last respect at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd. #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue on Friday January 2nd, 2026 at 1:00pm-5:00pm Again, at the church from 9:00 am until service time.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00am, on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at Church Of God Of Prophesy, Fox-Hill Road and Romer Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Bishop Chevol D. Gray M.O., J.P., Assisted By Associate Pastor Minister Samuel S. Nelson Minister Chesley H. Finley, and other Ministers of The Gospel. Interment will follow in Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life and Soldier Roads, New Providence. Left to cherish her precious memories are her devoted husband: Duke Spence; Mother: Latoya Santokie (Shanique); Father: Everton Ricketts; Siblings: Jenelle and Janille; special Aunt: Denise; Grand mother: Blossom; cousins: Jania & Jaylen; other relatives and friends: Amari & Marih Spence, Roel & Keisha Turnquest, Keron McClain, Andrew & Natasha Sinclair, Tyrone & Keshia Swaby, Niniva (Lyn) Lafleur, Bishop Chevol & Veronica Gray, Asnel Corales, Garfield McDonald, Natasha Williams, Steven Turnquest, Dwayne Darling, David Powel, Monique Brice, Donavon Miller Galbert & Yaribeth Green, Alexis Wallace, Jenifer, Leroy McKenzie, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Relative and friends may pay their last respect at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd. #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue on Friday January 2nd, 2026 at 1:00pm–5:00pm Again, at the church from 10:00 am until service time.
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Funeral Service for Tough One Trucking; Andrew Bayside Family; 21st Century Family; Kevin Valentine Ferguson, 48 Chris Carey & Family; The Bahamas Hot Mix Family and a host of of G. Thomas Ville off St. Vincent Road, will be held on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 10a.m. at Christian Life Church, Seabreeze Lane. Officiating will Pastor Jay Simm. Interment will follow in Lakeview Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive.
Left to cherish wonderful memories are his Children: Kevin Jr., Kevaughn and Kymiah Ferguson: Sisters: Marsha Sweeting, Debbie Ferguson and Tanya Ferguson-Taylor; Brothers: Cecil Ferguson, Jr., and Dwayne Ferguson; Fiancé: Donna Sanderson; Nephews: Gary Sweeting; Dwayne Ferguson, Jr; Gerard Ferguson; Alex Ferguson; Cecil Caleb Ferguson III & Christian Taylor; Nieces: Crystal Sweeting; Akia Burrows & Mercedes Taylor; Grand Nieces: Symphony Huyler & Kianna Burrows; Grand Nephew: Kion Burrows; Cousins: Diane Carey; Dr Reginald Carey; Bursol Bowleg; David Carey; Barbara Curry; Eric Carey; Nancy Williams; Betty Johnson; Erma Carey; Ricardo Edwards; Natasha Edwards; Nora Ebanks; Dellerese Ebanks; Daniel Ebanks; Carlotta Ebanks; Hubert Cash; Marcian Cash and Shirley Knowles; Numerous Relatives and Friends, including: Inspector Kenia Taylor; Kista Johnson; Omar Smith; Nurse Delta Riley; Gary Sweeting, Sr.; Steven Forbes of Port St. Lucie, Florida; The Medical Staff of HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital in Fort Pierce, Florida; Dr. Gregory A. Dawkins of Port St. Lucie, Florida; Al Symonette; Patrick Grey; Bernadette McKenzie; Sammy Simms; Fred Paul; Jarvis Glinton, Jr.; Gilbert Bain; Terrance Storr; Tekeille Jones; Jahleel Jones; Jamal Saunders; Prince Dawkins; Brent “Forty” Cartwright; Andrew “Blue” Johnson; Bommer George; Linda Miller; Shavardo “Rasta” Stewart; Dene Hales; Craig Mack; Andrew & Jackie Griffin; The Mingo Family; The Darville Family; The Wood Family; The Griffin Family; The Johnson Family; The Knowles Family; The Colebrook Family; The Curry Family; The Newbold Family; The Rolle Families; The Ministry of Works Family; The Collins Family; The Bullard Family; The Marshall Family; Earnestine Moxyz & Family; Theresa Stewart & Family; Cheryl Key & Family; Bridgette Sands & Family; Rosemary Barrett & Family; Lakell McKenzie & Family; The Dorsette Family; The Drakes Family; The Forbes Family; The Goodman Family; The Gibson Family; The Huyler Family; The Burrows Family; The Sanderson Family; The Brown Family; The McPhee Family; The Hanna Family; Standeanna Major & Family; Nardo & Michelle Knowles; The Williams Family; The Christie Family; The Bombers Family; The entire Big Trucks Family; J Trucking; Out East Trucking;
other relatives and friends, too numerous to mention.
The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors, 7th Terrace Collins Avenue, on Friday from 12 noon. – 5 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9am until service time.
Death Notice for
Mother Ruthmae Rolle, 78
of Nelson St., Yellow Elder Gardens, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, December 11th, 2025.
She is survived by, one son: Mckaiser Ferguson, Tara Ferguson (daughter in law). One grand daughter: Gabriel Ferguson; Brothers: Michael Ferguson, Joseph Ferguson, Daniel Ferguson; Sisters: Eleanor Roberts, Cynthia Moss, Judy Brown, Tameta Russell, Catherine Davis. Numerous sisters-in-laws including: Myrtle Gibson, Rena Rolle, Eulamae Tucker, Vyonne Rolle / Rosa Rolle of Tampa, Florida. Numerous brothers-in-law including: Roland Rolle, James Moss, Nemal Rolle. Numerous nieces and nephews including: Jacintha Goffe, Deno and Dwayne Moss, Mario and Marius Davis, Ellen, Kimberley, Corporal Richea and Tamia Russell, Apostle Phalmon and Sophia Ferguson, Margie Taylor, Jennetta Taylor, Janice Johnson, Barbara Moss, Rufus and Nahemie Ferguson, Lehemizer Ferguson, Zendall and Henrietta Ferguson, Wayne and Tammie Ferguson, Marina Rolle, Donald Armbrister, Livingston Armbrister. Numerous grandnieces and grandnephews including: Shinique Rolle, Delwin and Marissa Maycock, Kaylisa Ferguson, Veronique Miller, Sharmila Sands, Lejon Ferguson, Shauna Ferguson, Shandira, Shanique, Alexis Ferguson, Jeremy, Phalmon Jr., Glenwood, L.J. and Denzil Ferguson, Tawana, Janelle, Katrina, Vernita, Valencia and Valentino Moss, Michael Davis Jr. (OKC), Jason Ferguson, Emmanuel and Anthony Johnson Jr. and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Arrangements will announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for
Stephanie Louise McKenzie née Ferguson, 67 of #1 Middle Circle, Colony Village will be held at Salem Union Baptist Church, Taylor Street on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 11 a.m. Officiating will be Rev’d Huether Rolle, Assisted By Other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive & Gladstone Road. Left to relish in the memories the giant of a woman that she was are: Rev. Dr. Wilton A. McKenzie Sr. (husband of forty seven (47) years); Children: Lunsworth, Jane, Shawan (CRO Grade I), Dale Clarke (Inspector of Police), Wilton Jr., Christal, Wilkeishna, Darrell Ferguson (Asst. Supt of Police); Grandchildren: Lunsworth Kyle, Eden McKenzie, D’Shawna, D’Shae Clarke; Aunts: Florinda Johnson, Albertha Bullard; Uncle: Gladstone Ferguson; Siblings: Daphne (Alfred )Rolle, Sonia Bain, Jennifer Darling, Cleotha (Wendell) Collie, Nyoche, Patrice, Nelly Ferguson, Anishka Strachan, Marjorie McKenzie, Lenora (Theodore) Rahming, Alvilda Sweeting, Arthur, Jared (Yasmine) Ferguson, Edroy Dames Sr., Daniel McKenzie; adopted: Simone (Andre) Thurston – Asst. Comptroller Customs; Nieces and Nephews: Chanelle Gibson, Dionne Rahming, Royanne Johnson, Rochelle Dames, Edroy James Jr., Dr. Lyjiah Strachan-Gonzales (Juan), Kermit Jr (Dianna) Strachan, Owen Rolle, Yonetta (Uwaine) Gelin Sr., Leading Seaman Howard (Alisha) Rolle, Alfred Rolle, DeVante (Ellena) Rolle, Advardo, Arthur Jr (Opal) Ferguson, Ashkuel (Livingstone) Henfield, Charliss (Kenneth) Josey, Soniesha (Corrections Officer), Sontino (Corrections Officer), Stephan Bain, Ronald Ferguson, Godfrey Jr., Cyntoria, Godrick, Shanliyah Darling, Wendell Jr. (Kristi), Dominic, Shaquille, Kristin, Kristia Collie, PC 4151 Doricho Ferguson, Dorniesha Ferguson, Shondero (Zaliyah), Shonique Thompson; Destiny Dean, Jaynell Ferguson, Alicia Gibson, Antillio (Candace), Anthonique Bastian, Bernitta, Shanell McKenzie, Laverne (Johnathan) Lewis, Quinton (Nekera), David Sweeting Jr., Winnifred Ching, Bridgette Colebrooke, Gidgette (Ricardo) Hamilton, Theodora Rahming, Vanessa (John) Saunders, Marvin McKenzie, Jessica Collie, Chrisnika Ferguson, Rondino (Leisa) Ferguson, Rothia (Mickenzy) Victor, Krystale Ferguson. A host of other family and friends including: grand nieces and nephews; cousins, ten (10) godchildren, Ms. Betty Greenslade, South Beach Union Baptist Church family, Bahamas Baptist Union of Churches and its members, Rev. Philip Ferguson and family, New Providence District of Churches, RN K. Harris, RN A. Bethel of the Dialysis Unit (PMH), Staff of Court Services Council, Staff of Bahamas Customs Department (special mention Eleuthera Division), Clarke, Marshall, Gibson families, Enoch & Erma Smith and family, Wanda Scavella and family, Rev. & Sis. Kevin Pinder and the Kingdom Living Outreach Ministries, family and friends of Eleuthera, Bullard Family of Forbes Hill, Exuma, Bahamas Childcare & Preschool Association, Justice Jeanine Weech-Gomez, Justice Deborah Fraser, Justice Dale Fitzpatrick, Justice W. Renae McKay. If in the event of an omission of a name, please forgive our oversight. Friends may pay the last respects at the funeral home on (TODAY) Friday from 10 am to 5 pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:45 am. until service time.
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Javaghn Antonio Deveaux, 17
of 1st Street, the Grove, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, December 8th 2025. He was pre-deceased by his Father: Eugene Deveaux. He is survived by his Mother: Shanique Griffiths, Step Father: Shavargo Pinder; Siblings: Eugenia Deveaux aka “Gina” and Nicki Faith Pinder; Grandparents: Sandra Daxon, Carmen Lindo, and Betty Mae Deveaux; Aunts: Hazel Ballard, Fanzandetta Ferguson, and Evelyn Ferguson; Uncles: Nelson Deveaux, Clinton Deveaux, and Stantly Deveaux; Niece: Andrea Sutherland; Godmothers: Precious Ferguson Nicki Delancy Nicola; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Pastor Adeline Victor, 64 Memorial Center, # 103 Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street on Friday, January 2nd, 2026, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for
Betty Knowles, 92
of Miami Street, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, 3rd January, 2026 at New Haitian Mission Baptist Church, Palm Street, Nassau, N.P., The Bahamas. Officiating will be Dr. Maudelis Vincent, assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Eastern Cemetery, Dowdswell and Church Streets. Left to cherish her precious memories are, Husband: Philocles Victor; Children: Mivida Ewing, McKenzy Victor (Rothia), Victoria Collie, (Errol Sr.) Jessica Victor & Nicholas Victor; Adopted Daughter: Foufoune Emma Bien Aime; Grandchildren: Riley Edgecombe, Ethan Victor & Emerald Collie, Errol Jr., Eamon, Erin Collie; Sister: Yanique Gaspard, Nadia Robert; Nieces: Emona Gaspard, Macda Gaspard, Yvonne Paul, Linda Pascal, Sandia Paul, Merlande Paul; Nephews: Osner Gaspard, Marc Gaspard, Mikendy Paul; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Ebenezer Baptist Church, Bearen Baptist Church, Zion Misson of Dream Center, New Destiny Church Of God, New Haitian Mission Baptist Church, Voice Of Deliverance Discipleship Center, The Miami Street Community. The family sincerely apologizes for any names missed spelled or invertedly omitted.
a resident of Burial Gorund Corner, died on Thursday, December 11th, 2025 at Sandilands Rehabilitation Centre. She is survived by her children: Anthony, Vanlone, Michael, Shari, Lorraine and Barbara; Siblings: Beverly and Leroy, 17 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Services for Home, #36 Rosetta Street, on Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Leona Jones-Johnson, 90 again on Saturday at the Church from 10:00 a.m. until service time. of Leeward Isles, Golden Gates II, will be held at Chapel on the Hill, Tonique Williams-Darling Highway, on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Stephen D. Ferguson assisted by Rev. Nathan G. Wells will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Soldier Road.
Olivia Virginia Carey, 42
She was predeceased by her Husband, Bertram Johnson. Left to cherish her memories are her Children: Oswald Johnson, Asa (Bonita) Johnson, Wendal (Jacquelyn) Johnson, Audrey Johnson and Clodella Sands; Stepson: Clarington Johnson & Family of Miramar, Florida; Brother-in-law: Solomon Johnson Jr.; Sister-in-law: Mary Pratt; Grandsons: Anwar Holmes, Anton (Tyrene) Johnson, Matthew Johnson, Bertram (Nicara) Johnson, Tarran Johnson and Jakeil Cartwright; Granddaughters: Sharez (Welton) Boyd, Kenva (Carlos) Valdes, Kishanna & Kisandra Sands, Ashia (Adam) Cooper. Great-grandsons: Ryan, Christian and Welton Boyd, Tyrese, Ian and Berlin Johnson, Noel Sands, Jaylen and Ari Cartwright; Great grand-daughters: Danielle, Megan and Gabrielle Boyd, Karissma Johnson, Ada Cooper, Jayell and Caleeya Greenslade, Mariah Fox and Jah’Zaria Cartwright; Nephews: Basil, Jeffery & Trevor (Minister Joanne) Duncombe; Niece: Marie Smith; Numerous Nieces & Nephews-in-law; Numerous Grand Nieces & Nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends including: The Hon. Pia T. Glover-Rolle, MP Golden Gates, Mr. Michael Foulkes, Robert & Ronald Chisone of New Jersey, The Cornelius family of Brooklyn, New York. The Jones family, Hillside Mission Baptist Family, The Morning Star Baptist Association, The Christian Life Church Family, The Abundant Life Church Family, Judea Baptist Church Family, The Golden Gates, Leeward Isles Way Community, The entire Johnson, Barry, Pintard, Robinson, Clarke, Adderley, Brown, Seymour, Rolle, Woodside, Marche, Maury, Valdes & Beneby Family. The Straw Vendors of Cable Beach West, PMH Female Medical II Staff, Flamingo Gardens Clinic Home Care Service. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral
of Castle Close, Ryswick, will be held at Calvary Bible Church, Collins Avenue, on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Wenly Fowler assisted by Pastor Anthone Wallace will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Soldier Road. Memories will forever linger in the hearts of her loving Mother: Ivy Carey; Sister: Jenyne Roberts; Brother-in-law: Anthony Roberts; Nephews: Aaron and Grayson Roberts; Aunts: Valerie Cosh, Renee Pinder, Esther Bethel, Mary Newbold, Helen Tynes, Una Lowe, Ivamae Roberts, Judy Roberts, Lisa Roberts, Pamela Roberts and Tammy Allen; Uncles: Fred Cosh, Derek Pinder, Telford Roberts, Junior Roberts, Billy Roberts, Philip Roberts, Michael Roberts, Christopher Roberts and Jeff Allen; and a host of other relatives and friends including, Olivia’s two devoted caregivers: Ivorine Levine and Kayann Robinson. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, #36 Rosetta Street, on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. There will be NO VIEWING AT THE CHURCH.
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Death Notices for Yvonne Cartwright, 88
Kendal Isaac Taylor, 73
of Grand Bahama and formerly of New of Marigold Lane, South Beach, and formerly Providence, died at her residence on Saturday, of Congo Town, South Andros, died at his residence on Wednesday, 24th December, 20th December, 2025. 2025. She is predeceased by her Parents: Kenneth and Anastasia Treco; one (1) Son: Clifton He is survived by one (1) Son: Kelson Taylor; Cartwright; one (1) Daughter: Marlene Key; one (1) Daughter: Kenia Taylor; two (2) Sisters: Rose Burrows and Sheila Taylorand two (2) Brothers: Ken and Tony Treco. Munnings; two (2) Brothers: George Burrows She is survived by one (1) Son: Brian and Patrick Kelly; four (4) Grandchildren: Cartwright; two (2) Sisters: Maria Smith and Kendaleezza, Kyla and Kevin Taylor, and Sherry; six (6) Grandchildren: Aron Key, Adajanae Williams; one (1) Great-grandchild: Kristy, Samantha, Logan, Tevan and Jessica Camilla Pierce; numerous nieces and nephews Cartwright; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. later date.
Robert Allan Cartwright, 70
of Jacaranda Estates, died on Monday, 29th December, 2025. He is survived by his Wife: M. Gail Cartwright; one (1) Son: Robert “Bobby” (Kasha) Cartwright; one (1) Daughter: Melanie (Darren) Obregon; one (1) Brother: Richard (Susan) Cartwright; five (5) Grandchildren: Lauren and Megan Obregon, Jacob Cartwright, Isla Higgs and Harper Cartwright; two (2) Brothers-in-law: Brian Cartwright and Mark (Clare) Farrington; one (1) Sister-in-law: Julie Farrington; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notice For Matriarch Iva Rebecca Nixon, 87 née Burrows
of East Avenue, Carmichael Road, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, December 24th, 2025. She is survived by her Husband: Dexter Gardiner; one (1) Son: Delrico Gardiner; two (2) Daughters: Dexteria Gardiner and Deandra Edgecombe; five (5) Sisters: Judy Simon, Donna Patton, Jacqueline Rolle, Nicola and Keisha Edgecombe; five (5) Brothers: Geno Edgecombe, Deno and Bursil Rolle; Patrick and Johnny Edgecombe; seven (7) Grandchildren: Jonathan, Dexter Jr., and Dexternique Gardiner; Ariel Green, Patranique Bodie, Jamilia and Jamiya Stubbs; numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
of Williams Street, Matthew Town, Inagua, Bahamas and formerly of Roses, Long Island, Bahamas died at her residence on Monday, 22nd December, 2025. She was predeceased by her husband: James Mansel Nixon; parents: Pearlen Darville and John Burrows; grandchildren: Keith Nixon Jr. and David Nixon Jr.; sisters: Gwenie Smith and LaGloria Smith; brothers: Reno Moree, John Burrows, Daniel Burrows and Llewlyn Burrows. Cherished and Beautiful memories live on in the hearts of her children: Keith (Dona) Nixon, Fredrica (William) Thompson, Michael Scott (Olympia) Nixon, John (Linda) Nixon, Dalton (Linda) Nixon, Mary (Philip) Symonette, Peter (Gloria) Nixon; grandchildren: Samantha Nixon, Meredith (Kevin) Melillo, Jonathan Nixon, Lahaundro (Rondha) Thompson, Kibbrottavah (Denver) Davis, Gabrielle and Mykayah Nixon, W/Sgt 3863 Jonell (Codero) Adderley, Jade Nixon, Jasmine Willams, Dominic Johnson; sisters: Hazel (Earl) Lightbourne, Beatrice Burrows, Melvina (Carlos) Major, Eulie Scott, Fredrica (George) Cartwright; brothers: Floyd Moree, James Moree and Claudius Burrows; 10 great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Affectionately known as Robert or Robbie
Funeral Service for Lawson Martin Shearer, 54 Affectionately called “Little Boy”
of East Dennis Court, Yellow Elder Gardens, will be held on Friday 2nd January 2026 at 11am at Chapel on the Hill, Tonique Darling Highway. Officiating Rev Nathan G Wells and other ministers of the gospel. Interment Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
of Nassau, Bahamas, passed away on December 21, 2025. He was predeceased by his father, Niven Robert Nutt Jr.; his mother, Marion Nutt; his brother, Brian Nutt; his sister, Susan Donald and adopted mother Ruth Neely. Robbie is survived by his beloved wife, Juvy Nutt; his children Leonard Nutt, Brendan Nutt, Keisha, and Carlo; his daughterin-law Lucia Nutt, Beverly and son-in-law Eldie. He is also survived by his brothers John Nutt and Michael Nutt; his sisters Julie Martin, Nena, and Nelia; sister-in-law Penny Nutt and Deborah Nutt and his cherished grandchildren Matthew, Emily, and Sarah Nutt. Robbie will also be fondly remembered by his volleyball family, the Tigers, and by his close friends and colleagues at Island Wines and Spirits, including Vernal, Bruce, and Solomon, whose friendship and camaraderie meant a great deal to him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robbie name to either the Humane Society of The Bahamas or the Filipino Association of The Bahamas. A private wake will be held at a later date.
He is survived by his wife: Lona Shearer; mother: Lottie Major-Davis; children: Lawson Jr., Lakeem Sr., Lorenz, Laquille, Lateisha & Lakiyah; grandchildren: Lawson III, Kemiyah, Lakeem Jr., Lashantia, Keyior and Carter; brothers: Senior Lieutenant Ray Davis Sr. (deceased), Loran Davis (deceased) Hugh Shearer Sr., Kenworth Shearer Sr., Nekia & Floyd Shearer, Mark Miller & Calsey Smith; sister: Nadia Butler; mother-in-law: Lorna Culmer; Sisters-inlaw: Theresa Davis, Mirl Smith, Nadine Shearer, and Shari Miller; Brothers-in-law: Richard Butler, Winston, Terrio and Dino; Uncle: James Shearer; Aunts: Myrtis (Flossie) Darville and Raine Major; nieces and nephews: Ramona (Rev. Nathan Wells), Dr. Raeshan Davis, Marine Mechanic Raynard Davis; Izaya & Zaac Butler; Hugh Jr., Kennedy, and Kenworth Shearer Jr.; Kieran & Kaiden Shearer; Antinique, Morgan and Maison Miller; Calsey Jr., Brianna and Dallas Smith; Kevin Cleare; Brittany, Kinero, Floydero, Cameron, Adrein, Thriston, Caleb, and Riley; Travis and Tevin Davis; grand-nieces & nephews: Raelynn Davis, Reagan & Sophia Wells, Fyleshia , Ray’Niya. Other relatives and friends including: Janet, Roselyn, Linda, Thelma, Michael & their families, Chief Justice Deborah Fraser, Steph, Dolly, Pam, Tony, Steve & their families, Lori & Chris, Sherry, Joy, Sherman, Denny & their families, Audrey, Angela, Christine, Hayward, Alister & their families, Keva, Joy, Eddie, Alton, Tracy, Andre, Carlton, & their families; Shirley, Susan, Pam, Paul, James & their families; Birdie Davis and Family; Wanda, Gail, Wendy, Kevin, Kennon, Ashwood & their families; Shirley Turnquest & Family, Rev. Dr. Anthony Williamson & Family; Sarah Smith & Family; Rosalie Major & Family; Maria Mingo and Family; Mr. & Mrs. Tyrone Rigby, Rhandi Elloitt & Family, Logan Harris & Family, Fredrick Butler and Family, Mr. & Mrs. Charles Sears & Family, Elaine & Aliesha Cartwright, The East Dennis Court Families, Rose Stubbs & Family, Helen Cash & Family, Deryn Rolle & Family, Tommy Barry & Family, Mr. Quintin Culmer, The Wilson Family, Tasha Major & Family, Jay Darville & Family, Hazel Forbes & Family, The King Family, Melvin Deveaux & Family, Monique Bain & Family, Anthony Watkins & Family, Godfrey Davis, Anthony Archer & Family, The Pratt Family, Chapel on the Hill Family, Keino Moxey & Family, David Rolle & Family, Elly Cadet & Family, Carlos Brown & Family, Helen Cash & Family, Daniel Smith & Family, Winston Sweeting & Family, Daisy and Diane Mott & Family, Kenuth Knowles & Family, Vince Hanna & Family, Eaton Road Crew, Derby Road Crew, Pat Porch Crew, Ms. Vernessa Rolle & Family, Russell & Family, Ken Cooper & Family, The Lloyd Family, Shawn Major & Family; Lionel and Family, Lin Johnson & Family, Deangelo Ferguson & Family, Greg Franklin Ferguson & Family, Otis Mackey & Family, The Daxon Family, The Yellow Elder Gardens Constituency, The Englerston Constituency and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends may pay their last respect on Thursday, 1st January 2026, at the Clemese Suite at Rosewill Memorial Mortuary located at #41 Tonique Williams Darling Highway located on Tonique Williams Darling Highway from 11am to 4pm, and on Friday 2nd January 2026 at the Church from 9:30 until service time.
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Funeral Service for Harold Herman “Smitty” Smith Sr., 89 a resident of Caspian Road East, Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Baillou Hill Road, Nassau, Bahamas on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 12 noon. Officiating will be Fr. Roderick Bain, assisted by Deacon Jamal Turnquest, along with other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road. He is predeceased by both Parents: Robert & Julia Smith; Sister: Aurelia Brice & Stacy Smith; Brothers: Granville, Roland, Leroy, Emmanuel and Lloyd Smith. He is survived by his, Wife: Phyllis Smith; Children: Harold Smith Jr, Julietta Smith, Denzel Smith Sr., Edmond McCartney, Joan McCartney; Grandchildren: Derek Burrows III, Rylee, Rakaii and Jaleah Stuart, Denzel Jr. and Jamari Smith, Edwin McCartney, Monica Cleary, Uriah Jr., Rianique, Uzziah, Samuel and Shaquelle Wilson; Great Grandchildren: Mathaeo McKenzie; Sisters: Viola Smith, Everlyn Smith, Virginia Rolle; Sister-in-law: Ruth & Nina Smith, Sandra Barr (Earnie), Ellen Henfield (Norman); Brother-inlaw: Cedric Johnson (Ruby), Alvin (Rose) Johnson, Floyd (Rose) Johnson, Christopher Johnson, Lewis Johnson; Nieces: Shalamae Stubbs (Phillip), Hellen Thompson, Patrice and Annamae Brice, Sheila Martin, Ynonne Smith (Bruno), Barbra Pratt (Jerry), Carolyn Jones (Frank), Althea Jones (Nathan), Eulene Smith, Brenda Smith, Sharon Gibson, Beryl Curry, Ivy Smith, Rita Smith, Karen Duvalier (Dexter), Lesa Bastian (Lystra), Chreese Burrows (Kevin), Nancy Clarke (Carlton), Claudette Adderley; Nephews: Elijah (Sherry), Alfred, Charles (Judy), Benjamin Brice, John Smith (Stacey), Godfrey (Elizabeth), Haywood (Shirley), Whitfield (Sophie) Smith, Douglas Smith (Lillimae), Hensley Smith, Neil Smith (Loretta), Patrick Smith, Robert Wilson (Arlene), Warren Smith (Bernadette), Byatt Smith, Steve Smith, Billy Smith, Sloane Smith
(Rochelle), Andrew Smith (Sophia), Livingston Rolle, Owen Smith, Oval Smith, Zhavargo Smith,, Eulysis Smith (Francis). Numerous grand nieces and nephews, great grand nieces and nephew, cousins to many to mention. Other Relatives and Friends: Chris Sturrup, Family of Late Coreen Brown-Smith, The Duncanson Family of Claridge Road, Neighbours and Friends of Caspian Road, Former staff of the Radisson Hotel, Alfonzo Adderley & Family, Gracie Johnson of Ft. Pierce, Florida, Cannon Basil Tynes & Family, Fr Roderick Bain & Family, Members of St. Barnabas Senior Choir, The Anglican Church Men, Monique Wright & Family, Shaunate Thompson & Family, Jade Clarke & Family, Jason Johnson & Family, The entire St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Donna Sherman & Family, The Hamilton’s of Andros Avenue. Family and friends can pay their last respects at St. Ambrose Funeral Home, No. 34 Arundel Street on Friday, 2nd January, 2026 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm.
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Clint Christopher Gardiner, 56 formerly of South Beach Estates, Nassau, Bahamas, died on Monday 22nd December, 2025 at his residence. He is survived by his, Wife: Kniki Davis-Gardiner; Mother: Bernadette Gardiner; Father: Cyril Gardiner; his children: Destiny Gardiner and T’Kiye Gardiner; 8 sisters and 2 brothers and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are entrusted with St. Ambrose Funeral Home and will be announced to the general public at a later date.
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Funeral Service for Glass and family, Dellarese Edgecombe and family, Rosie Livingston Brown, “Winkie”, 75 Margarietta McKenzie and family, the families of the late Katherine Darling, the a resident of #95 Cascarilla Street, Pinewood Gardens, Nassau, Bahamas will be held at Annex Baptist Church,Wulff Road & Pinedale, Nassau, Bahamas on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 11am. Officiating:Apostle Mitchell E. Jones, Assisted by: Reverend Jackson Miller and Reverend Lorenzo Symonette along with other ministers of the Gospel. Interment: Eastern Cemetery. He was predeceased by his parents, Edward Brown and Mabel Brown; his daughter, Cora Brown; and brother, David Brown. He is lovingly remembered by his beloved wife, Gloria Brown (née Ferguson); Children: Julian Johnson, Omar Brown, Cameron Brown, Sherean McKenzie, Bjon Brown, and Damien Brown; Grand-children: Omar Jr. and Omarion Brown, Camrae Brown, Idell, Deniesga, Nikoya and Dennis Jr. Johnson, Carmesha Kemp and Cory Gibson, Keiarj and Quisheda McKenzie, AL-Khal – Bir-Nique Butler and numerous great-grandchildren, Siblings: Carolyn Brown, Shirley Brown, Sam (Sherise) Brown, and Sherman (Helen) Brown; Uncle: Hermis Pratt; Aunt: Edna Pratt; Nieces & Nephews: Michelle Miller, Eyvette Brown, Sharita Poitier, Shekera Huyler, Miriam Lewis, Keva Hudson, Theara Kerr, Sheara Johnson, Davennia Thurston, Danette Brown, Leroy Brown, David (Raquel)nBrown, Kevin Brown Sr., Shervin Brown, Jason Brown, Davardo Brown, Davon Brown, Devon Brown Sr., David “Shakey” Brown, Roscoe Brown, Vandico Brown, Maria Brown, Matthew Brown, Sherman A. Brown, Antoine A. Brown, Jermain A. Brown, Crystal, Joseph, Tracy, Linda, Chris and Lashane Brown, Ambrose (Pat) Gibson, Christina Galanos and Athena Galanos, Sherene (George) Harris and family, and numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, Cousins: Bertha Mackey, Voinette Minnis, Natalie Deancellia, Maxine Newton, Ralph Richard Brown, Ruthmae Williams, Ulis Brown Jr., Patricia Brown, Dexter Brown, Harcourt Brown and wife Nola Brown. Henrietta (Anthony) Richardson and family, Nathalie (Wilson) Bain and family Eldora (Minister Felton Beneby) and family, Annavee (Bishop Maurice) Simms and family, Rowena Moncur and family, Karen (Daniel) Bassey and family, Raymond (Karen) Pratt & family, Paulette (Norman) Beneby and family, Kenneth (Patricia) Pratt and family, Carlington Pratt and family, Jerry (Sharon) Pratt and family, Samantha Pratt, Lakeisha Pratt, Stephanie Deal and family, Vivian Pratt, Elaine Pratt, Kirklin Pratt and family, Randy (Janet) Pratt and family, Phillip Pratt and family,
families of the late Patrice & Dwayne Hall. Special Friends, Church & Community Sister Whylly, Rev. “the Barber” (over 30 years), Ancilla & Albert Hepburn, Dawn Stubbs & family, Monique Strachan, Carrol & Linda Sands, Ted and Gloria Thompson and family, Warren Minns, Gurtlena Bain, Kyle Dorsette, Nikki Hudson, Don Stubbs and family, Deacon Cecil Jones, Albert & Aneilla Hepburn, Dannie Deveaux and family, Ruel Forbes and family, Maxine Dawkins, the Annex Baptist Men’s Fellowship, the Clergy and Members of the Annex Baptist Cathedral including Apostle Mitchell Jones and family Dr. Jackson Miller and family Reverend Lorenzon Symonette and family, Reverend Lynden Knowles and family the Church of God of Prophecy family including Bishop Hulan (Valarie) Hanna and family Bishop Branson (Ashanta) Gibson and family Minister Antonio (Lisa) Hanna and family, COGOP Usher Ministry, residents of Cascarilla Street West, Lowe’s Wholesale family, and the staff of St. Ambrose Funeral Home. Family and friends can pay their last respects at St. Ambrose Funeral Home, No.34 Arundel Street on Friday, 2nd January, 2026 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm.
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Mantago Nathaniel Cartwright, 13 of Toote Shop Corner, Nassau, Bahamas, died on Saturday, 27th December, 2025 at Princess Margaret Hospital. He is survived by his Mother: Melissa Sandilands; Father: Mandingo Cartwright, Three (3) Sisters, One (1) Brother; numerous Aunts: Cleo Cartwright; Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and cousins and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are entrusted with St. Ambrose Funeral Home and will be announced to the general public at a later date.
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Funeral Service for Marquita Vernnell Saunders “Kita”, 42
Godchildren: Derval Hanna Jr., Devard Hanna, Jordan and Peetrell Varella. A multitude of friends and relatives: Edith, Schelette, Cranishka, Keith, Garnell, Corey, Nicky, Wendy, Block, Tish, Harold, Latoya, Ellsworth, MsCorin, Shaunequa and Keith, Deandra, Jack, Demetrius, Gatorade, Jeff, Elizabeth “Grammy Liz”, Deidre, Pavon, Renata, Olive, Garla, Aretha, Niesha, Edmond, Douglas, “Bebe and Zion” the Sherman family, Levarity family, Moultrie family, Bullard family, Bimini Clinic Staff, CJ’s Deli Staff, United Church of God, Bimini Community, and many more. Viewing will be at the church on Friday from 4pm-7pm and again on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for a resident of Bimini, Bahamas, will be held at United Church Of God, Bailey Town, Bimini, The Bahamas on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 11:00am. Officiating: Bishop-Elect Jamal Barr assisted by Rev. Pedrito Roberts. Interment: Northern Public Cemetery Bailey Town, Bimini. She is survived by, Children: Natoya Saunders, Paige Dean (deceased); Parents: Michael Saunders (Florence), Vernamae Dean (deceased); Special Friend: Darin Bullard; Grandchild: Harmony Moultrie; Siblings: Sophia Roberts (Donovan), Samantha Johnson, Derek Saunders, Michaella Saunders, Michelle Davis, Michael Saunders Jr., Sipperanna Grant, Vernanchia Johnson, Nicolette Johnson (deceased); Nieces and Nephews: Rashay, Devondria (Aaron), Donielle, John, Jakari, Derek III, D’shae, D’ericka, Donovan, Octarrior, Natarrior, Detarrior, Nira, Omari, Aasha, Winifred, Bryen; Grandnieces: Clemaya Grant, Analia Duncombe; Aunts and Uncles: Raymond (Maxine), Warren, Robbie (Enjoli), Emily (Cisco), Rose, Ethlyn, Eloise (Michael), Lisa, Lavon (Richard), Claire (Ashley) Ena, Ryan, Elizabeth, Jean, Duke (Denise), Philip ( Latoya), Kayla (Cletis), Marlyn, Morris, Colleen, Charmaine, Maurice, Florence, Rochelle, Leslie, Glenroy, Jimmy, O’Neil; Grand uncle: David Sherman; Cousins: Joevashka, Hillary, Arnold, Arnishka, Gizelle (Aldamo), Monet, Lori (Carvin Sr.), Cleofus, Shavon, Jamaal, Patrinella, Loney, Joevhann, Matthew, Chad Jr., Alexander, Alijah,Eden, Andre, Andrea, Sarai, Chanelle, Carvin Jr., Shantia, Hayley, Marvesha, Nya, Isis, Samuel, Sameko, Samiyah, Alexander Jr., Alexia, Alajah, Zefiya, Maude, Kareem Jr., Jaquay, Tavian, Beyoncé, Jamario, Freeman, Tajae, Rat, Frederick, Wesley, James, Vanrea, and others. Godparents: Lloyd Edgecombe, Martha Stuart, Ms. Jocelyn, Ms. Deanie, Tarro Levarity;
Christopher Mott Jr., 25
of Derby Road, Yellow Elder Gardens, Nassau, Bahamas, died on Wednesday 24th December, 2025 at his residence. He is survived by his, Mother: Deborah Watkins; Father: Christopher Mott Sr.; Children: Olivia and Alaiyah Mott; Sisters: Ashley Culmer and Crystal Mott; Brothers: Gervon Culmer and Criston Mott and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are entrusted with St. Ambrose Funeral Home and will be announced to the general public at a later date.
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Esther Albertha Newton Rolle, 81
Of Mason Addition, service will be held at Living Waters Church of God, Marshall Road, Nassau, Bahamas (TODAY) Friday 2nd January, 2026 at 11:00am. Officiating: Bishop Wilbert Rolle. Interment: Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road, Nassau, Bahamas.
of Dignity Gardens, formerly Mastic Point, Andros. Service will be held at Living Waters Church of God, Marshall Road, Nassau, Bahamas on Saturday 3rd January, 2026 at 11:00am. Officiating: Bishop Wilbert Rolle. Internment will follow at Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Road.
She is predeceased by, Mother: Helena Patricia Canter-Munnings (deceased). Left to cherished her memories, Daughters: Jadon Ariel Demeritte and Jalene Jessica Munnings; Sisters: Shantell McQueen, Adrianna Wilson, Recelyn Amanda Collie; Brothers: Cardinal (Chester) Munnings-McQueen, Royce Collie; Brother-in-law: Ervin Romel Wilson Jr.; Niece: Arianna Bastain, Ashley Munnings; Nephews: Ervin Ramiro Wilson, Isaiah Adrian Wilson, Cardinal McQueen; Aunts: Marina Newton (Floyd Newton), Karen, Peggy, Francis, Gladys, Marcia, Patsey, Margret, Paulette, Tarsha and Kreva Munning; Uncles: Joseph Canter (Mary Canter), Larry canter (Gretchen Canter), Fletcher Coleby, Enoch Coleby (Girthlyn Coleby), Mark, Clyde, Cordell Oswell, Kevin, Ernest Warren (Carla Munnings) Munnings; Grand uncle: Solomon Newton; Cousins: Tony, Kevin, Eain, Dwight, Leon, Sally, Valderine, Willamea, Jeffery, Jermaine, Marvin Scott, Marvin Canter, Leonardo, Andrew, Renard, Rayn, Gelton, Derelle, Shawn, Anthony, Delano, Anthon, Gina Gray, Bernard, Mandero, Destiny and Shakina Pennerman, Predesta, Keneice, Kenia, Anastacia, Gabrielle, Tia, Erica, Marjorie Canter, Tabitha, Amanda Storr (Cedric Storr) Algernon, Rieasa, Avriel, Keenan Newton Destiny, Destiney Coleby, and Kennis. Special Friend: Christopher Gibson. A host of other relatives and Friends including Christopher Demeritte Basil Burrows, Bishop Wilferd Rolle, the Newton Family, Sarah Davis and Family, the Colebrook Family, the Munnings Family, the Picstock Family, the Woodside Family, the Bowleg Family. We apologize for any names that may have been inadvertently omitted. Relatives and friends may pay the last respects at the church from 9:30 a.m. Friday (TODAY) until service time.
Left to cherish her memories and continue her legacy, Children: Tony, Valderine, Williamae, Leon, Kenvin, Ian, Sally, Dwight and Don Martin (deceased), Kendricka Colebrook. Sister: Angela (Floyd) Newton. Brothers: Hetaher Coleby, Larry Canter, Enoch (Gerthlyn) Coleby, Joe Canter. Grandchildren: Valentino, Lavardo, Reynall, Raynae, Rashaee, Keito, Archee, Benjamin, Ashley, Deangelo, Devandra, Dexter, Emmerson, Lewis Jr. Emmit, Latesha, Konvinae, Jayclen, Jan Jr, Prison Jr., Alexander, Daquella, Keneliya, Wyuki, Anthony, Antonio, Chase, Olivia, Adale, Nilah, Gernell. Sister-in-law: Thelma Rolle, Oscar Rolle, Issae (Sher), Wilton (Judy), Wilbert Rolle, Gwendolyn. Numerous Nieces and nephews including Amanda Newton- Storr (Cedric) and Keenan Newton. Uncle: Solomon Newton. And other host of relatives and friends: Judy Miller of Conch Sound Andros, Erma Colebroke Family, Venus Martin Family, Pastor Warren Miller and Family, Annamae Woodside and Family, Angela Pickstock Family, Bishop Cales and family, Dora Woodside, Marnelina Cliydena Yvonne (God children) Patrisha Woodside and Family, Diserae and Paula Davis, Calverna Small and Family, Emma Martin and Family, The Rahming Family, Carolyn and Family, Amarela Farquharson and Family, Bietrest Oliver and Family, Bianca, Beatrice Riley and Family, Hugh Fowler and Family, Garcia Bowleg and Family, Catherine Storr and family, Rex Rolle and family, Harvey Woodside, Leon and Linda, Linda Martin and family, Marcie Pickstock and family, Ulrick Woodside and family, Ethley, Chris Phily, Ora, Roslyn, Jastina, Iris and Ramilda Oliver and family, Eddison Colebroke, Special Thanks to the Colebrooke family, Physical Planning Staff Ms. Rolle, Ms. Bain, Dr. Tiffany Newton and the Princess Margret Hospital. Other relatives and friends too many to mention. Relatives and Friends may be the last respects at Newblod Brothers Funeral Home, Palmetto Avenue on Friday, 2nd January, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Baby Girl Ayah Eliana Colebrooke, 3 months
and Amir Senatus, Harmony and Blessings Moss, Latayo Been, Lawrence Munnings, Keith Bonaby, Lakeah Been, Colfred Kio Been, Mark and Matthew Campbell, Anwar, Anora, and Akeitha Gibson, Anaya Newton, Anissa Newton, Destiny, Ivan, Brian Jr., Jack, Jayden. Viewing will be held at New Salem Baptist Church, Red Bays, North Andros on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Mr. Paul Ossie Butler, 62 A resident of Red Bays, North Andros, The Bahamas will be held at New Salem Baptist Church, Red Bays, North Andros on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Rudell Marshall Assisted By Rev. Mackey Knowles and Rev. Norma Jane Knowles. Interment will follow in The Minnis View Cemetery, Red Bays, North Andros. She will forever live in the hearts of her, loving Mother: Isanell Colebrooke; Father: Allen Been Sr.; Brother: Allen Been Jr.; Grand parents: Flosie and Isaac Colebrooke, Colfred Been Sr. and Bernice Been; Uncles: Colfred Been Jr., Dwight Been, Mark Campbell, Dillion Colebrooke, Fitzgerald Taylor, Brian Russell, Anslo Newton, Tereak Moss, Gaddy Senatus; Aunts: Rifker Lewis, Faith Colebrooke, Christina Bain, Shanell Campbell, Idamae Bonaby, Latiesha Been, Denise Senatus, Geraldean Moss, Shanique Rolle, Jacqueline Newton, Angel Been, Ijetta Russell, Barranet Lewis; Grand Aunts: Jacqueline Lewis, Carmetta Taylor, Ivalene Newton, Natalie Russell, Rose Colebrooke, Jocelyn Balfour, Samantha, Rosalee, Aretta Russell, Wyene, Vangie, Peggy, Suenae, Jennifer Colebrooke, Shavone Barr, Marguerite Colebrooke, Keisha Tinker; Grand Uncles: Nehemiah. Donald, Rosewell, Barry, Watkins Lewis, Jackson, Jerome, Jessie Russell, Leon, Clifton, Andrew Colebrooke, Jerry, Winton Russell, John Gibson, Jackie, Johnathan, Jetson, Steve, Stencil, Jameko, Peter, Michael, Billy, Craig, James Been; Cousins: Atarah and Acadia Lewis, Aiden Coleby, Savior Colebrooke, Avaneka Gibson, Ameera
A resident of Second Street Grove. Died at his residence on Thursday December 25th 2025. He survived by his Sisters: Roseanne Rolle and Maltina Tiny Nairn; Brother: Eugene Nairn; Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles and numerous cousins. Along with a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notices for Mr. Marcus Mackey, 49 (Red Bays, North Andros) Mrs. Movina Francine Colebrooke, 82
A resident of Saffron Street, Pinewood Gardens. Died at his residence on Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025. He was predeceased by his Mother: Janet Eloise Mackey. He is survived by his, son: Marcus Mackey Jr.; Father: Philip Mackey; Two Sisters: Janako Mackey-McKenzie (Dave McKenzie) Gail Pratt (Dudley Pratt); Four Brother: Philip Mackey, Recardo Mackey (Shorneka Rolle-Mackey) Randy Mackey (Judy Minnis), Mark Anthony Charles Cooper (Dr. Tennielle Flowers-Cooper). Numerous nieces and nephews along with a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time. Funeral arrangements are announced at a later date.
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A resident of Colebrooke Street, Red Bays, North Andros. Died at her brother’s residence on Wednesday, December 24th 2025. She is survived by her children: Melvitis Colebrooke, Rufus Knowles Sr. & Edney Grant; 19 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, Daughters-in-laws Marrietta Miller, Min. Norma Knowles and Melissa Grant; Two Brothers, Edison Colebrooke Sr. and George Woodside; Sister: Ilene Colebrooke; 2 Sistersin-laws: Pandora Colebrooke & Annamae Woodside; along with a host of other relatives & friends too numerous to mention at this time. Funeral arrangements are announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Neil Locksley Duncombe, 58 on Friday and again at the church from 9:00 a.m. to service time on of Washington Street, and formerly of Golden Gates #1, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on December 20th, 2025. Service will be held on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026, at Golden Gates Native Baptist Church, Lobster Avenue, Golden Gates #1, at 10 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Alonzo Hinsey Jr., and other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will be held at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, J.F.K and Gladstone Road.
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Death Notice for Anita Cleola Roberts, 71
He is survived by his Daughter: Niandre (Kenard) Meronard; Siblings: Patrice Duncombe, Erma Adderley, Mario and Brandon Duncombe; Grandchildren: Ka’liah, Koen and Kamryn Meronard; Nieces and Nephews: Christopher, Chrischelle and Chrisna Adderley, Bernik Duncombe, Raymond and Rachelle Rolle, Brandon Duncombe Jr., Antonio Rolle, Cyrilla Adderley, Thomas Smith, Tomeka Smith, Thomia Smith, Chalton Adderley; Aunt: Cholta Duncombe-Cooper; Cousins: Tyrone Bastian, Miriam Butler, Herbert Kemp, Evangeline Kemp, Corey Bain, Ashley Bannister, Melanie Bannister, Thomas Williams, Seaton Ferguson, Valerie Darville, Thecla Lord, Calvin Duncombe, Othniel Duncombe, Pastor Hubert Marvin Duncombe, Christopher Duncombe, Delmaro Duncombe, Vivian Bain, Gerona Bernard, Cleaton Bain, Edward Bain; Grand-Nieces and Grand-Nephews: Chad Marshall, Daran Green, Serenity Darville, Tylieah Adderley, Liam Smith, Carllia Hanson, Tyson Rolle; Numerous other relatives, friends and mentors including: Second cousins and other extended family, Cyril Pinder and family, Rosemarie Evans and Family, and Brian, Beverley Rolle (God-Sister) Leslie “Cutty” Williams, Wellington Middleton, Pastor Jefferson Turner, Nelson Cartwright, The Englerston/Washington Street Family, Dave Rolle, Lynden Sweeting, Members of the S.A.C Class of ’84, including a host of other relatives and friends.
of Green Turtle Cay, Abaco, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, December 26th, 2025.
Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary #183
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
She is survived by her Children: Evette Moss, Carla Gilbert, Theodore Curry and Anthony Roberts; Sisters: Rena Adderley, Rocelia and Gwedolyn Jones and Mellary Miller; Brothers; Lincoln, Ricard and Simon Jones; Grandchildren: Rickie Jr. and Randol North, Dashia and Anwarnique Moss, Karlista and Kevin Jr., Kirkland McInosh, Theodore Jr., Quadray, Tayshawn, Destiny, Thomas and Tobias Curry; Great Grandchildren: Bryce McIntosh, Raezell Madison and Robyn North; In-law: Anwar Moss, Kevin Gilbert and Almeta Curry, including a host of other relatives and friends.
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Death Notice Notice for Death for
Laurene Athena Clarke, 89
of 235 Marshall Road, and formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, died at her daughter’s residence on Tuesday, December, 30th, 2025. Her memories will forever be cherished by her Husband: Charles Clarke Sr; Children: Dr. Charles Arthur (Wendy) Clarke of London, Attorney Deirdre Clarke-Maycock, Francis (Dania) and Michael Clarke and Gabrielle (Patrick) Romer; Sisters: Majorie Stuart, Deselene Lowe of Grand Bahama and Sheilamae Smith; Brother: Roland Rolle; Grandchildren: Charles Arthur III and Candace Clarke, Cassius (Ashley), Cassidy, Frankia and Jabari Clarke, Zaire Rolle, Andrew Lecartus, Latrell, Mikari and Zanayah Clarke, Khrystophe Rolle, David and Deirdre Azaria Romer; Great Grandchildren: Cassius Elliot and Cesare Clarke; In laws: Annaleah Clarke, Charles Hartley Lowe and Alice Rolle, Edith Clarke and Lola Rolle; Aunts: Cynthia Grant, Maria ‘Dada’ Forbes including a host of other relatives and friends, such ad Jullienne Valcint, The Rolle, Finlayson, Pennermans, Bullards, Bastian, Curtis, Longley and the entire Mangrove Cay Families. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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