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Funeral Service For Neno Alexander Fritz, 61
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Death Notice For Carolyn Joan Dean, 84
will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2022, 10:00a.m. at The New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, South Beach Road. Officiating will be Pastor Alfred Stewart assisted by Pastor Cherece Evans and Pastor Theophilus Claridge. Interment will follow in St. Matthew’s Church Cemetery, Church Street. Due to Government COVID-19 regulations attendance at the Service is limited. Cherishing his memory forever in their hearts are his wife: Theresa Fritz; children: Latisha, Joyann, Shacoya, Valentino, Torino Neno Jr., Theron and Megan; three grandchildren: Kayla, Desiree and Aniyah; mother: Patsy Clarke; brothers: Keith, Allan, Henry, Theo, Raymond, Aaron, Wayne, Corey and Jody; sisters: Gaynell, Philippa, Tesha, (Cleveland), and Tanyinka; aunts: Eunice Boyce and Jewelene Ewing Missick; mother-in-law: Bertha Rolle; brothers-in-law: Craig (Charpella) Rolle, Ricardo, Marvin, Sean; sisters-inlaw: Ava (Barry) McKinney, Paulette (Aubrey) Mackey, Wendy, Tamara, Vanessa, Sheena, Ingrid, Aretha; numerous nieces and nephews including: Keisha, Tito, Kovan, Keith Jr., Marcellus, Temula, Allison, Raynaldo, Andron, Quinell, Tafari, Atun, Ominique, Candia, Nikita, Brittany, Brianna, Sheniqua, Elvardo, Jason and Christena; other relatives and friends including: Lorena Fritz, Lori, Shantell, Charles, Emmanuel, Kean, Gregory, Ronald, Jeroy, the Entire Executive and Maintenance Team at Bimini Bay Homeowner’s Association and many others too numerous to mention; special thanks to: Kirklyn Evans, Michael Coyle, Lori Wright and the Entire Bimini Community Family. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at The New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, South Beach Road on Saturday April 16, 2022 from 9:00a.m.until service time. Current Emergency COVID-19 regulations are in effect. Social Distancing and Face Masks will be enforced.
a resident of Sunrise Way, Tall Pines died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, 6th April, 2022. She is survived by her daughter: Gillian Bethel; grandchildren: Gerren (Cherilyn) and Andrée Bethel and Omar Paul (adopted); great grandchildren: Ivori Peet, Mataya and Xander Bethel, Nevaeh Paul (adopted); sister: Velma Cargill; and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements for a Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notice For Roger Craig Smith, 69
a resident of Sapphire Ridge Drive died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, April 05, 2022. He is predeceased by his wife: Hazel Victoria Terri Smith. He is survived by his children: Rainya Smith-Pinder, Roger (Nicola) Smith II, and Ramon Smith; granddaughters: Deja Pinder, Syriana Smith, Savannah Smith and Ramya Smith; grandsons: Desmond Pinder, Rashawn Pinder, and Raivon Pinder; brothers: Michael (Karen) Smith, Anthony “Sarge” (Tanya) Smith, Valentino (Nicola) Smith, Kevin (Latoya) Smith, Ira (Dr. Terlika-Chisholm)Smith and Peter Stuart; sisters: Gertrude Bridgette (Don) Symonette, Bridgette (Wenzel R/Sgt. RBPF) Hanna, Nichole (Llewellyn) Armstrong, Charmaine (Matthew Supt. RBPF) Edgecombe, Tara Smith, Shenica (Stephen) Smith and Valeria StuartMunroe; aunt: Barbara Smith and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements for a Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notice For Anthony James Rolle, 61 affectionately called “Tony”
of Sun Set Meadows formerlly of San Salvador died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday 12 April, 2022. He is survived by his wife: Dellesten Rolle; 1 son: Antonio Rolle; 3 daughters: Katonya, Antoinette and Sheniqun Rolle; 4 grandchildren: Cynthia Munroe, Kayden Jones, Ashtynn Bowleg and Kymani Munroe; 1 brother: Dwight Rolle; 6 sisters: Magnola Rahming, Marzelle Francis, Valderine Gray, Earley Adderley, Shelia Rolle and Michelle Storr; 3 aunts: Faith Jones, Miranda McKinney and Emba Fernander and other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Bornel Ambrister Sr., 61
Death Notices For Merlien Michelot, 27
of East Street died at his residence on died on Wednesday, April 6th, 2022. Saturday, 9th April, 2022 He is survived by his parents: Cerfiot He is survived by 2 sons: Bornel Jr. Merilien and Philona Oscar; brothers: and Marvin Ambrister; 6 brothers: Gary Joseph and Guerlien Merilien; Warren, Marvin, Collin Jr., Hinsley, and a host of other relatives and Astra and Peter; 2 sisters: Marjorie friends. and Cares; and other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Rodiles Michel Jr., 22
of Second Street, Coconut Grove died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, 3rd April, 2022. Precious memories linger in the hearts of his mother: Junitte Altidor Michel; father: Rodiles Michel Sr.; sibling: Shanay Michel; grandmother: Lamercie Altidor; mentor and father figure: Eugene Racine; aunte: Kettly Pratt; uncle: Daniel Jerome, Mackenson Fertil, Paul John Timothé 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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Erzilia Philippe Dite Tatoune, 83
Merissaint Jean-Louis, 63
a resident of Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Haiti who died peacefully at Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, March 27th, 2022. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 16th, 2022 at Evangelical Baptist Church, Gladstone Road. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Spikenard and Cowpen Roads. Officiating will be Bishop Clifford McIntosh assisted by others ministries of the gospel. Left to cherish her loving memories are her father: St.Louis Phillippe; mother: Inezile Jean Jacques; son: Edner Feneluc; brother: Odiles St. Luc; sister: Denise Phillipe; nieces: Inzelie Alexus, Dilene St. Luc, Rosena Saintilma, Rosekerline Saintilma, Maguerite Francois, Mariane Phillippe Natalie Charles; nephew: Onikel St.Luc, Nikita St. Luc Diles St. Luc Renold Francois, Jerne Phillippe, Lippe Phillippe, Clarence Alexis, Kewen Charles, Bodlet Babis; grand nieces and nephew: Narado Knowles, Nakayla Lubin, Belisa Joseph, Ted Joseph, Evniya Jean Jacques, Tiderila St. Luc, Dalineka St. Luc, Djinicka St. Luc, DJousenika St. Luc, Jonas St. Luc, Beyonce St. Luc, Maryann St. Luc, Levi St. Luc, Omarion St. Luc; sister-in-law: Marie St. Luc; grandchildren: Edner Fenelus, Ilonca Feneluc, Ednisson Feneluc, Esdra Feneluc, Eclesia Feneluc, Lavener Feneluc; family and friends: Mountain Top Church #1, Mountain Top Church #2, Bishop Clifford, McIntosh Family, Elder Nelson and a host of other relatives and friend to Numerous to mention.
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a resident of Peach Street Mackey Street, Nassau Bahamas died April 11th, 2022 at her residence. May He Rest in Peace. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited and will be announced at a later date.
James Randolph Andrews, 81
May She Rest in Peace. Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Rest On date. Funeral Chapel Ltd, Mount Royal Avenue and #19 Kenwood Street on Friday, April 15th, 2022 from 10:00a.m.
a resident of East Alexandria Blvd., Nassau Village, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, April 12th, 2022. May He Rest in Peace. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited and will be announced at a later
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Celebration Service For
Mr. Chadwin Andrew Curry, 23
of #28 Florida Court will be held on Wednesday, April 20th, 2022, 10:30 am at Bible Truth Ministries, Martin Close off Cowpen Road. Officiating will be Pastor Ellison Greenslade assisted by other ministers. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, John F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone. Chadwin is predeceased by his grandmother: Betty Murphy; grandfathers: Andrew Bullard & Emmanuel Glinton; father: Chadwin Curry Sr.; adopted grandmother: Sarah Collie.
He is survived by his mother: Monique Bullard; son: D’Vaunghtae Curry; great grandmother: Eula Forbes; grand mothers: Nellie Curry, Viola Miller, Sharon Sawyer; siblings: Tremaine, Shonad, Rashad, Schadaniue, Chadwin & Jessica Curry; Destiny Gilbert, Kenneth Gibson Jr., Raneko Miller; father figure - mentors: Kathon Hanna & Jevon Adderley; aunts: Anya Glinton, Cindy, Sandy & Crystal Murphy, Kelly Lahens, Antolina Ferguson, Donnalee & Doralee Williams, Shantell Glinton, Charlene Rolle, Karen Young, Erika Collie; uncles: Andy (Ursyla) Glinton, Bradley Murphy & Shawn Smith; grand aunts: Donna Morrison, Kelsey Clarke, Dorothy Johnson, Gaynell Bullard, Pandora, Sherry, Kemey & Margaret Emmannuel, Careletta Murphy, Christine & Sheneka Murphy, Diana Cartwright, Mary Ching-Neely; granduncles: Sgt 1834 Keith Bullard, Kevin Coverley, Harvey, Alfred, Emery & Franklym Emmanual, Antonio Forbes, Leroy & Steve Murphy, Christopher Collie; cousins: Albert Smith, Devon McPhee, Phillip Robinson, Warren Sutherland, Cindy, Alvin & Alpha Glinton, Brenae Murphy, Kattaleya McKinney & Zavier Miller, Lynette & Latrice Gibson, Avanna Davis-Thompson, Abigail Davis, Niall Turnuest, Ahmad & Kadeem Morrison, Krystal Clarke-Wallace, Kelson Clarke, Chad Gaitor, Cleon, Delecia, Lynne & Patrick Johnson, Letittica & Keith Bullard Jr., Anastacia & Anthony Mackey, Jermine Johnson, Stephanie, Sophia, Alicia, Franeka, Condelezza, Claramae, Shanrea, Andrea & Deandria Emmanuel, Terrase, Leandra & Leroy Murphy, Shaderia Cox, Tyrell, Carl Marvin, Bernard, Franklyn Jr. & Ayden Emmanuel, Ashley, Kevin, Deonka, Tameka, Tamiko, Tristina, Anterio, Dehay Manessa, D.C. 4187 Anton Forbes, P.C. 4179 Mortison Cooper, Tina Rasmussen Moses Forbes, Kevinque, Kayandra & Gabvielle Coverley, Joey, Lashanteh Saunders, Lashawn Rahming, Gwendesha Romelus, Aheja Russell, Aronde, Arcady & Adenike Thompson, Benneka Benny, Abentine & Ariel Rahming, Clevland & Tennesse Bain, Edward & Krishan Wallace, Carmyn Gaitor, Camorion & Drea, Johnson, D’cayah Morrison, Cheryne Miller, Brittany, Lashane, Chedra & Ricardo Miller, Tina, Tiffany, Kelsey, Lisa, Duran, Jennimae Moss, Chevon Glinton, Renaldo Young, P.C. Livingstone Rolle, Denisha Rolle Edwards, Denicia Rolle, Nario Archer; nieces & newphews: Salvis Hamilton, Jermaine Curry, Charlicia Johnson; god parents: Kevin Cherfils, Wellington Miller, Kinga Rahming, Phillippa Minns, Jayline Butler, Corey Munroe.
Girl Friend: Ieisha Augustin; and a host of other relatives and friends: Joan Archer & Family, Mrs. Berthamae & Devanye Woodside Errol, Elrick & Dale Collie, Cal Cooper & Family, Mrs. Debrah Gilbert & Family, McCharlton Demeritte, Helena Pennerman, Diana Johnson, Dawn Knowles & Family, Mrs .Caral Ritchie, Mr. Patrick Johnson & Family, Mr. Ernest Penn & Family, The Ragged Island Street Family, The Gaitor’s, The Smith’s, Class of 2015 C. C. Sweeting, The Class of 2012 T. A. Thompson. The John Road Family,Javon Saunders, Shoria Fisher & Family, Wendell Barr, Adrian Dean, ASP Jermaine Adderley, Inspector Marcus Smith, Richard Brown, Mr. Anthony Pratt, R.B.D.F. Fire Service Dept, Doctors & Nurses of P.M.H., Trauma Room, I.C.U. Staff, especially Nurse Williams, Nurse Sands , Nurse Whymns. Dr. Davis, Dr Singh, Dr. Farquharson & Dr. Creary. Ms. Debrah Scott & staff at Progressive Pre-School, Mr. Charles Bain & Family, The Darling Lane & Windsor Lane Families, Velma Cox, Christine Smith, Sophia Cox, Tameka Taylor & Family, Keldin Johnson & Family, Sandra Smith, Jessicia, Jestina Rolle, Joycelyn Adderley; best friends: Kearia Nixon, Moniqua Coakley, Jahlia Ferguson, Danielle McKay, Crystal Collie, Creshante Cummings; special friends: Valeria Miler, Shymedia Robinson, Shandera Collie Deondra Smith, Myrion Mortimer, Randina, Anchora, Trellisa, Elrika, Cordero Collie, Breon Wilson, Nolin Flowers, Marvin Thador, Keith Ferguson, Valentino Natache, Toya & Shadea Gittens, Precious, Affy Evens, Terrance Johnson, Brodrick Francis, Ria, Hots, Stephen Newbold & Family, Kashif, Rodger, Sanchez, Rico Stubbs, Reno Solomon, Shannon & Shawn Key and other too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Serenity Funeral Home and Crematorium, Blue Hill Road (opposite BPL) on Tuesday, April 19th, 2022 from 12:00noon to 5:00pm and at the church on Wednesday until service time. Where the Name is Service and your loved ones ours.
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Mr. Raymond Andre Lawrence, 62
of Reginald Drive, Cable Beach died at his residence on Tuesday, April 12th, 2022.
Mr. Lawrence is survived by his mother: Ms. Helen Brown; sisters: Charlene (Pedro), Bridgette and Deborah; brothers: Perry and Mervin; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Funeral arrangements will be Announced at a later date. Where the Name is Service and your loved ones ours
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Death Notices for DAPHENIE G. GARDINER, 56
Death Notice For Mr. Bersel Henry Wilson, 76
of Edelweiss Ave., Garden Hills #3, died at Doctors Hospital on Monday, April 11th, 2022. She is survived by her Mother: Marie Gardiner; Sisters: Jacqueline and Sharon Gardiner; Brothers: Clayton, Crestwell and Wendell Gardiner; Aunts: Yvette, Evenlyn, Maude, Carolyn, Susan, Pearline, Minid; Uncle: Glenn; Grandaunts: Delia and Catherine; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
JAMES HINSEY, 64 of Duncan Town, Ragged Island died at his residence on Saturday April 9th 2022. Mr. Wilson is survived by his 1 brother: Brion Wilson; 3 sisters: Omese and Conchita Wilson and Ethel Roker; numerous nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews, 3 sister-in-law: Rita, Kathleen and Elma Wilson and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. Where the Name is Service and your loved ones ours.
of Rocky Pine Road and formerly of Love Hill, Andros, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, April 13th, 2022. He is survived by his Wife: Denise Hinsey; Daughters: Wanria Hinsey, Shantell Neely James, Judieth, Loretta, and Shanell Hinsey; Sons: James Jr., Eleazar and Timothy Hinsey; 8 Grandchildren: Kris Symmonett, Brianna, Alicia, Jaden, Lorenzo Jr., and James Hinsey Jr., Anderino James and Dester Frazier; Sisters: Zora Bell Pinder, Carmetta Spencer, and Michell Hinsey; Brothers: Orthnell Jr., Otis, Matthew, and Oral Hinsey; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notices for BLONEVA MATILDA DARVILLE, 93
MANFRED LOWELL STRACHAN, 86
of West Place, Westridge, died at her residence on Thursday, April 7th, 2022. She is survived by her Daughters: Mary Rouland, Ida Moxey, and Patricia Hermanns; Sons: Paul, Edward, Carl, Michael, and Peter Darville; Numerous Grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
of North Street, Fort Fincastle and formerly of Deadman’s Key, Long Island, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, April 10th, 2022. He is survived by his Daughter: Patrice M. Johnson; Son: Vaughn Dural Strachan; Grandchildren: Shikara Fullerton, Dr. Byron Johnson II, Lowence, Lottie, Vaughn Jr., and Vashaun Strachan; Brothers: Basil, Nigel, and Perry McHardy; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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ELVA PATRICIA-ANN RUSSELL-ROLLE, 75 of Highland Park, died at her residence on Friday, April 8th, 2022.
GAYDENE COLIS YVETTE HEPBURN-McCLAIN, 57 of Seabreeze Blvd., died at her residence on Saturday, April 9th, 2022.
She is survived by her Husband: Anthony Boozie Rolle; Daughters: Tracee Lightbourne and Dr. Gemma Rolle; Son: Andrew Rolle; Sisters: Ethelyn Rolle and Patrenda Russell-Brice; Brothers: Ormond and Garry Russell; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She is survived by her Daughters: Alexandrya and Ashley McClain; Son: Jonathan McClain; Father: Isaiah Hepburn; Brothers: Ray and Carlos Hepburn; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. at a later date.
Funeral arrangements will be announced
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Funeral Service for FLORENCE LOUISE BAIN, 96
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Death Notices for LAWRENCE FRITZ, 52 of Churchhill Subdivision, died at his residence on Monday, 11th April, 2022. He is survived by his Daughters: Syntyche and Khole Fritz; Sisters: Clarissa FritzBrice, Miriam Mackey and Karen Higgs; Brothers: Alphonso Munroe, Clarence Fritz Jr., and James Dean; and a host of other relatives and friends.
of Yamacraw Hill Road and formerly of Mason’s Bay, Acklins, who died on Thursday, April 7th, 2022, will be held on Thursday, April 21st, 2022 at 12:00 noon at Maranatha Seventh Day Adventist Church, Prince Charles Drive. Officiating will be Pastor Valentino Campbell. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. She is survived by her Children: Audley Otis, Cyril and Harris Bain Jr., Nathilee Chuno, Doralyn, Hyacinth, Floramae and Villacy Bain, Trudy Morris and Edell Saunders; Sisters: Viola Miller and Cameratha Musgrove; Brothers: Newton, Lindsay and Leslie Williamson; Sons-in-law: Earl Chuno, Pedro Morris and Recardo Saunders; Grandchildren: Romeo Chuno, Gina Williams, Avinique Hinsey, Cordero, Edwin, Alvin, DeAngelo, DeVardo, Eleazar, Julica, James, Dasia and Desmond Bain, Isaac’s and Richa Saunders; Nieces: Bessey Grey, Patishmae Miller, Paula Whitfield, Pamela Musgrove, Monique White, Kim Saunders, Beverly Kerr and Peralee Knight; Nephews: Mr. Reginald Ferguson, Howard and Philip Williamson, Captain Clifford Nottage, Frederick Bain, Alton Hanna, Linza Miller and Jehu Cox; and a host of other relatives and friends.
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NOEL GLENVILLE JONES, 78 of Ridgeland Park West and formerly of Long Cay, Acklins, died at his residence on Wednesday, 6th April, 2022.
Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary #183 Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday and again at the church from 11:00 a.m. to service time on Thursday.
He is survived by his Daughters: Ernestine Williams, Cherry Simon and Dr. Natasha Swann; Son: Shawn Jones of Miramar, Fla.; Sisters: Floraloe Hanna, Angela Butler and Juliemae Jones; Brothers: Apostle Mitchell, Talmadge and Ronald Jones Jr.; Grandchildren: Kandis (Robert) McPhee, Azariah and Abrielle Williams, Shaunelle, Shauniyah and Shawn Jones, Nadja, Kayley and Kemuel Simon, Takiyah, Tianna and Tahj-Hailey Swann; Great-Grandchild: Grayson McPhee; Sons-in-law: Wayne Williams, Philip Simon and Ghaly Swann II; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.
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Death Notice for PHILIP ALEXANDER DUNCAN, 70
Funeral Service For
Lynda Loretta Johnson-Smith, 63 a resident of #27 Exuma Avenue, Yamacraw Beach Estates will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, April 16th, 2022 at Evangelistic Temple, Collins Avenue. Officiating will be Pastor Keno Smith assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
of Rita Pugh Estates Road and formerly of Georgetown, Guyana, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, 9th April, 2022. He is survived by his Wife: Joycelyn Duncan; Daughter: Tinesha Duncan-Longley; Sons: Randall and Kester Duncan; Son-in-law: David Longley; Sisters: Yvonne Stephens of England, Claudette Howell of The United States, Frances Duncan of The United States, Dr. Gwendolyn James of The United States, Myrtle Smith of The United States, Marilyn Sharples of The United States, Roxanne Duncan of The United States and Michelle Duncan of The United States; Brothers: James Duncan of England and Leonard Duncan of England; Grandchildren: Nujumah, Serena, Kadiyah and Kamiyah Duncan; Numerous Nieces and Nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends. Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.
She is survived by her husband: Randy Smith; son: Randy Sebastian Smith; brothers: Bradley, Anthony, Derrick, Marv and Jason Johnson; sisters: Joycelyn Butler and Vernita Russell; in-laws: Jenny Smith, Michelle Brennen, Stephanie, Sharon, Debbie, Juanita and Equiana Johnson; nieces: Jenna Butler, Marcia and Lauren Johnson, Brittany Smith, Tina Bain, Britney and Alexis Johnson, Tiffany Hanna, Anastacia Johnson, Shanae and Shaema Russell, Draven and Dranae Johnson, Cara Hunt and Andrea; nephews: Anthony, Alonzo and Duane Johnson, Roy and Shaquille Butler, Rico Russell, Jaelen and Javon Johnson, Bradley Johnson, Stephen Hunt and Derrick Hanna; friends: Joanne Gibson, Glenda Laing, Beverly Smith, Jacquelyn Robinson, Joy Rolle, Jacquelyn Foster, Sophia & Aaliyah Moss, Victoria Taylor, Margaret Robinson, Anya Gibson, Christine Williams, Ben and Dave Thurston and Family, Ronald Butterfield and Family, Aaron Sands, The McGuire Family, The Symonette Family, The Petit Family; godchildren: Akandi Gibson, Lamont Laing, Rashad Rolle, Talia Smith, Gina Bethel and Chloe Rolle; Teachers and Salaried Workers Union family: Donna Darville, Joanne Gibson, Camille Burrows, Corene Moxey, Katherine Rahming, Earla Moss, Evalinda Smith, and many more; Exuma Avenue family: Jeff and Faye Swaby, Andrew and Gee Mckenzie, Kevin Johnson, Ormon Rolle and Family; Pall Bearers: Shaquille Butler, Derrick Johnson, Marv Johnson, Jason Johnson, Anthony Johnson, Bradley Johnson, Randy Smith, Sebastian Smith; 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 (TODAY) Thursday from 12noon to 5pm.
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Dr. Nisha Lascelles Armbrister, 48
a resident of Stanford Drive will be held at 2:00pm on (next) Thursday, April 21st, 2022 at New Providence Community Church, Blake Road. Officiating will be Pastor Matthew Sweeting assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road.
Left to celebrate her life are her parents: Collingwood Armbrister and Leslie Ann Armbrister; sister: Nadja Armbrister; aunts: Gayle (Jamal) Hepburn, Sharon (Earl) Long, Philippa (Rodney) Armbrister-Farquharson, Porcia (Paul) Armbrister-Fernander; uncles: Edward Major, Michael (Marjorie) and Leslie Armbrister; Arthur Smith; Jack Lightbourne, Clement Foster; cousins: Lesley Taylor, Jeremy Long, Symphony (William) Knowles, Valento, Jephthah III and Jermaine Armbrister, Kwady, The Honourable Zane (Candice) Lightbourne, Avery (Templa) Lightbourne, Stephan Lightbourne, Macian Cooper, Michael, Leslie and Joshua Armbrister, Shacantila Armbrister-Nixon, Ahvia Campbell, Jacquetta Lightbourne-Maycock, Marcia (Tony) Cooper-Burrows; Katanga Johnson and Omar Smith; Deidre (Peter) Ford-Knowles, Ingrid (Daniel) Knowles and Sanfra Foster, Anthony (Gwendolyn) Major, Quentyn Harvey, Jason Foster; god mothers: Dawn Taylor and Nancy Bowe; godchildren: Jai Smith and Sur Whylly-Naik; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Cheryl Sands, Diane Stewart, Renee Lockhart, Beryl Campbell, Elma Campbell, Katina Campbell-Bowe, Disa and Tamara Campbell, Christine Francis, Carol (Anthony) Strachan, Kimberley Major, Andree Sparks, Davina Francis, Orry Sands, Dr. Caryn Sands, Dr. Noelynn (Floyd) Farquharson, Heather (Dario) Hunt, Lydia (Khalid) Wright, Ian (Joyce) Ford, Michael (Linda) Ford, Gregory and Glen Major, Jada Johnson, Robert “Sandy” (Michelle) Sands, Dr. Basil Sands, Honorable Dr. Duane (Laurika) Sands, Derek Sands and Dr. Marcia Basset, Darren Sands, Bede Sands, Bernard Ted Rolle, Carlton Francis, Christopher (Anastacia) Francis, Drew and Daneal Knowles, Yacasta (Joseph) Ford-Marcelli, Yasmin Ford, Kimberly (Claude) Burrows, Candace Major, Laquera Ford, Terae Ford, Antoniece Major, Kendal Willias, Daniesha McCaskill, Ashley and Holly Sands, Aysia Dorsette, Adrienne,Mila and Laurin Sands, Malaika Chase, Dr. Krysti Bowe, Rhyan Rigby, Riley Harper, Amber Sparks, Tiffany Hutchinson, Maja Francis, Sy’rai Butler, Samantha and Morgan Sands, Hannah D’Aguilar, Aaliyah Rolle, Leah, Laila and Lily Hunt, Michael Ford, Trent Ford, Drew Knowles, Darius McCaskill, Robert(Georgette) Sands II, Omar (Indira) Sands, Lauren Sands, Dana
and Dylan Stewart, Basil William, Tyler and Brett Sands, Kai Strachan, Justin and Jonathan Lockhart, Brandon, Nicholas and Elijah Sands, Amadeus Durham Sands, Che Chase, Carlos (Emily) Sparks, Christoph and Kyle Williams, Liam Francis, Daniel D’Aguilar, Jordan, Peter and Samuel Farquharson and Liam Rolle Katrina McKinney-Jones, Prescola Allen, Daisy Armbrister and Carnetta Seymour, Leila Beneby, the Josey family of Nassau and USA, the Armbrister family; Arthur’s Town, Cat Island relatives including the Webb, Pratt, Dean, Smith, Williams, Russel, Miller, Deveaux, Saunders and King families; Special Friends: Carla Minns; Tyreek Munroe, Clinton Rolle, Dr. Dwight and Stacy Marshall, Dr. Zena Friend, Marissa Rivera-Martinez, Carolyn Moree; Special thanks to: Dr. Graham and Anita Cates, Dr. Tonya Roker-Davis, Dr. Alpheus Allick, Dr. Meredith Turner, Dr. Rasheeda Clarke, Rhonda Higgs, Dr. Theodore Turnquest, Pam Allick, Steve Gravel, Bahamas Sickel Cell Association, friends and neighbors of Sandford Drive. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd, Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Wednesday from 12noon to 5:00pm
Memorial Service For
Thedore Sanchez Knowles Sr., 32
a resident of #13 Belsno Close, will be held at 7:00pm on Tuesday, April 19th, 2022 at Trinity Global Cathedral, Marshall Road. Officiating will be Pastor Trevor Stubbs.
Left to cherish his memories are his mother: Minister Juel Barry, father: Samuel Knowles; children: Jeremiah & Thedore Knowles Jr.; sisters: Jue’Rissa & Sam’Don Knowles; brothers: Ntieado (Nicola), Samgie, Michael (Gizelle), D’Von (Cintya) & Stefan Knowles; special friend: Kiesha Bain; aunts & uncles: Eloise Fernander, Karan Bethel, Carlie Barry, Rose (Sidney) Greene, Biafia Barry, Dunred Barry, Euletta (Novaltine) Johnson, Monique Greenslade, Godfrey (Schandles) Barry, Nurse Kathleen Johnson, Dianne (Joseph) Eley, Livingston (Susan) Knowles, Albertha Nairn, Lucille (Ray) Strachan, Phillip (Diane) Knowles, Beatrice (Carlos) Dievieul, Marion Knowles, Paulamae (Darren) Davis; and many more relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd, Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads.
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Vendalee Delance Belle, 50
of Mount Pleasant Village died at the Princess Magaret Hospital on Tuesday, April 5th, 2022. She is survived by her mother: Pearline Belle; daughter: Denetria Jackson-Green (Trevor); son: Renicquo Moss (Keia); grandson: Emory Green; brothers: Marvin (Ophelia), Deon Belle (Miriam); sisters: Paulette and Michelle Belle, Mernel Bain (Elston); special friend: Roderick Sands numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. Professional comforting care is provided by Curtis Memorial Mortuary.
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of East St. Nassau, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, April 8th, 2022. She is survived by her son, Isiah Marvin Joseph; 2 daughters, Shanova Delancy and Bridgae Ogiste; 1 brother, Teller Belfort; 6 sisters, Kettly Stenor, Rosland Stenor, Marie Josele, Brenda Dawkins, Jernaine Georges, Deloris Baker; and a host of other relatives and friends who will be announced at a later date. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Evergreen Mortuary, located on Parkgate Road.
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RUPERT “Nick” LEADON JR., 46
Death Notice For Ri’Anna Dorothy Emma Gibson, 18 affectionately called “Ri Ri”
of Cargill Creek, Central Andros, Bahamas, died at his residence in Mangrove Cay, South Andros, Bahamas on Tuesday, April 12th, 2022. He is survived by his Son: Rupert Leadon III; Daughter: Nickell Leadon; Mother: Shirley Leadon; Sisters: Gertrude Butler, Paulette Bullard, Pauline Johnson, Juliette Newbold, Pandora Leadon, Latisha Leadon, Lanisha Leadon; Brothers: Lynden Leadon, Brian Leadon, Shawn Leadon, Dr. Randell Leadon. Numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends including special friends of the Cargill Creek and Mangrove Cay, Andros Community. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
of Bacardi Road died at her residence on Saturday, April 9th, 2022. She is survived by her mother: Annabelle SandsGibson; brothers: Richard, Remourn, Rossneil Gibson; grandparent: Dorothy Sands and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date. Funeral arrangements are handled by
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Funeral Service For Brenda Donnalee Kenny, 60 of Butler’s Way and formerly of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera will be held on (TODAY) Thursday, April 14th, 2022, 11:00a.m. at Bahamas Harvest Church East Campus, Prince Charles Drive. Officiating will be Pastor Mario Moxey assisted by other members of the gospel. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, J.F.K and Gladstone Roads. Left to mourn and to cherish fond memories are her husband: Godfrey Kenny; sons: Anthony Strachan, Kenron, Jamal & Javaughn Kenny; daughters: Sheree Moss, Shacantila & Nikita Kenny; grandsons: Kayden Kenny, Zachary Moss, Jai, Amarion, Karter Kenny, Aaron Wallace & Franklyn Sturrup (in-law); granddaughters: Janize Sturrup, Kenliegh, Imai, Katalaya, Anae & Janai Kenny; great grand son: Jaecion Sturrup; brother: Adrain “Elroy” Knowles; sisters: Ruthmae KnowlesMcPhee & Chuck ‘Dianne’ Knowles; brothers-in-law: Marlon McPhee, Gary Ingraham, Geoffrey Knowles, Whitney Kenny & Kevin Turner; sisters-in law: Freda Knowles, Sheila Ingraham, Eula Pratt, Laverne Evans, Bonnet Knowles, Sueann Kenny & Masheldra Turner; uncle: Sidney “Jimmy” Bethel; aunts: Rev. Kathrina Durham, Whilhelmina Ferguson, Antionette Outten & Berthlyn Culmer; nephews: Dion Woods, Jameco Knowles, Jason & Marlon McPhee, Theo Ingraham, Lathario Knowles, Adrian, Jaden, Lynden Jr., Jaleel, Dominic & Michael Knowles; nieces: Shavonna Murray, Adrianna Swain, Britney, Tyshawna, Felicia, Chellesa & Addinique Knowles; numerous other friends and relatives including: Lorenzo & Theodore Durham, Arvin Wallace Latricia Cambridge, Demris, Agatha, Pernetha & Shelly and other relatives and friends.
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Death Notices For Lynhurst Johnson, 31 of Plain Street, Pinewood Gardens died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, April 7th, 2022. He is survived by his wife: Valeska Johnson; mother: Dorothy Johnson; daughters: Lyniah and Alaya Johnson; sisters: Lynne Johnson and Delicia Johnson; brothers: Chad Gaitor, Cleon Johnson and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
Mr. Raymond Leenard Rolle Jr., 21 of Sky Line Lakes, New Providence died in New Haven, Connecticut on Saturday, April 9, 2022. He is survived by his parents: Min. Raymond Sr. and Linda Rolle; sister: Dr. Rameka Rolle; brother: Rashon Rolle; grandparents: Estine Rolle, Dudley and Renita Murphy; numerous aunts; uncles and a host of other relatives and friends Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
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of Raynell Drive died at Princess Margaret of Cockburn Street died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, April 8th, 2022. Hospital on Thursday, April 7th, 2022. She is survived by her sons: Cyril Sr., Ledley-Oswald & Mario Miller; daughters: She is survived by her husband: Donald Sherrie Miller, Donna Grant, Melonie Rolle; sons: Corey and Jacques; daughters: Miller, Neressa Bowleg & Melvina Miller; Tanaz (Ron Sr.), Patrice (Almardo); Nurse other twenty-two (22) grand, twenty (20) Katrina (Elvis); sisters: Phillippa and great-grand, one (1) great-great grand Nicki; brother: William; other relatives and a host of other relatives and friends. and friends including: Lamara, Yu’kese, Ervin, Jade, Ka’Vaughnte, Almardo Jr., Arrangements for the funeral service Coryn, Ka’Iriey-Zyion, Corey Jr., Ron are being finalized and details will be Jr.; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, announced at a future date. nephews and cousins.
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Lester Neville Wallace, 77
of Savannah Sound, Eleuthera died on Thursday, April 7th, 2022 at his residence. He is survived his son: Anthony Wallace; sister: Gwendolyn Greene; nieces: Beulah Petty, Rosetta Carey, Katherine Petty, Patricia Hepburn and Patrice Oxdine; nephews: Lawrence, David, Craig, Lester, Kasim Wallace, Basil Clarke and a host of family members. and a host of other relatives and friends.
Arrangements for the funeral service Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date. announced at a future date.
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Death Notices For Mrs. Deon Monica Brown, 55 Mr. Troy Stephen Williams Sr., 58
of #1 Debden Dr., Emerald Bay, Freeport, Grand Bahama and of #12 Epson Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama and formerly formerly of Westmoreland, Jamaica died at the Rand Memorial of Spring City, Abaco died at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Hospital, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Monday, April 11th, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Monday, April 4th, 2022. 2022. He is predeceased by his father: Orenton Williams. She is predeceased by her father: Alver McNeil. He is survived by his wife: Toni Williams; mother: Kathleen She is survived by her husband: Leo Brown; mother: Theresa Williams; sons: Troy Williams Jr., Troshad Williams, Troshant McNeil; son: Leo Emmanuel Brown; brothers: Cosmo Williams and Cruse Coleby; daughters: Tronece Williams McNeil, Radcliffe McNeil and Eulick McNeil; numerous and Quintera Clarke; sisters: Lynette Williams and Chimica aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and Williams; brothers: Clyde Williams, Stephen Williams, Jared Williams, Dave Williams and Tevin Williams; grandchildren: friends. Bayleigh, Trent, Blake, Troy Williams III, Jayce McIntosh, Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized Elahari, Trell and Tianna, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends. and details will be announced at a future date. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
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Death Notices For Ms. Ena Williams, 85 Elder Samuel Harvey Cooper, 76 of Crossing Rock, Abaco died her residence on Sunday, April 10th, 2022.
She was predeceased by her father: Dennis Williams; mother: Julia Williams; son: Kevin. She is survived by her sons: Thedore Williams, Theophilus Williams, Rev. Albert, Peter, and Kirt Russell; daughters: Nathalie Burrows and Sandra Cotterell; adopted daughter: Quincy Russell; adopted sons: Retired Sargent and Deacon Lealand Russell, Floyd Walker and Joseph Bodie; daughters-in-law: Deborah Carroll, Joycelin and Judymae Russell and Vangy Williams; sons-inlaw: Elvis Burrows and Pedro Cotterell; grandchildren: Leon, Lisha, Danario, Krystal, Ashley, Cierra Carroll, Demetrius Moncur Sr., Elvis Jr., Elvano, Shakera, Jade Burrows, Zhavigo, Albert Jr., Aljavon Russell, Teran, Thelisa, Vaniqua Williams Elsie and Eric Auguste and Neoshie McKinney; great grandchildren: Lashon, Lavon, Zari Carroll, Jamyah Munnings, Ashton and Demetrius Moncur, Erynn, Chloe, and Cylie Auguste, Brianeisha, Brianique Nelly, Dollea Moss, Talayah Williams, Kymora Parker and Tahjara Russell; nieces-inlaw and nephews-in-law: Asst. Pastor Carolyn and Deacon Joseph Bain, Deacon Joyce, Deacon David, Williard, Alice, Karlene, Harry, First Lady Monica, Pastor James, Phillip, Shelia, Mins. Diane, Pastor Franklyn, Superintendent Vincent Williams, Audrey and Mins. Mike Rolle, Gloria, Leo, Fredrick, Clayton, Karen Portia Hespert, Joanna Jeffery, Barbra Russell, Albert, Danell, Fr. Whitfield, Bernadette, Maurice, James, and Robin Hutcheson, Andrea and Bob Pinder, Nellie and Ken Pinder; grandnieces-in-law & nephews-in-law; great grand nieces & nephews; great great -grandnieces & nephews; godchildren; other relatives and friends. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
of Coopers Town, Abaco died in Coopers Town, Abaco on Sunday, April 10th, 2022. He is survived by his wife: Emerald “Netta” Cooper; daughters: Becky Solomon, Kimbia, Teekah and Anechka Cooper and Yolanda Smith; two brothers: Bishop Archilius and Eric Cooper; two sisters: Shelia Adderley and Vernie Smith, numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements for the funeral service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date.
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Funeral Service for
Jermaine O’Kel “Jay” Smith Jr., 24
a resident of Skyview Close, Blue Hill Road South, will be held at Deliverance Tabernacle, Sea Link Ave., South Beach, on Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Mark Knowles, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads. His loving and fond memories will forever linger in the hearts of his, Parents: Portia Newbold and Jermaine Smith; Grandparents: Pandora Joseph and Dotlean Newbold, David Williams (Gwendolyn Smith) & Benjamin Smith (Junita); Siblings: Delvon Newbold (Shawneca), Elmore Rolle, Jasmine Smith & Donika Newbold; Nephews: Jayden Johnson, Josiah & Matteo Newbold; Stepmom: Qutell Smith; Step Siblings: Ronetta, Laron, Coco & Devasho; Aunts: Charise Joseph, Patricia Williams, Latera Newbold, Malinda, Julya, Erica, Tenishka, Geneva & Michelle Williams; Uncles: Jamaal Joseph Sr., Willis Miller, Pedro (Kesha) Newbold, Shawn Dawkins, Collin Rolle, Dave & Jameison Williams, Willis (Karen); Grand Aunts: Portia Rahming, Princess Newbold, Grace Hepburn, Shirleymae & Barbara Taylor, Stacey Gibson Clarke; Grand Uncles: Trevor & Glenroy Taylor, Maxcwell Newbold, Osbourne Sweeting & Dennis Rahming; Great Grand Aunts: Myrtle Gardiner, Vernita Davis, Joyclen Owen & Rosita Taylor; Great Grand Uncles: Paul & Cecil Taylor, Thomas Holbert; Cousins: Tanisha, Joenicka, Leondra, Caleb, Aron, Jamal Joseph Jr., Kayden Jules, Kh’mayan Thompson, Dekera & DeCarlo Rahming, Tristia Aranah, Darren, Rickesh, Bria, Anthony & Antanae Taylor, Brandon Dean, Willenicia, Willicia, Pedronique, Pedro Jr., Donetha (Barry) Sturrup, Shanton, Shamon, Shatavia, Roland (deceased), Michael (Janet) Wright, Mario (Angel) Wright, Linda, Lisa, Sonya, Anastasia, Shavonne, Merquest, Shakria (Kendal) Babbs, Lashonda & Delandra Stubbs. Numerous relatives & Friends including: The Management & Staff of Superwash, Theresa Hepburn & family, Phillip Jules & family, Ruby Bullard, Rochelle Morley, Dora Rahming, Lavander Feaster, Bishop Mark Knowles & the Deliverance Tabernacle Church family, South Beach community & a host of other relatives & friends too numerous to mention.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. untl service time.
Death Notices Vincent Erskine Major Kemp, 66 a resident of Hospital Lane, died at PMH on Friday, April 1, 2022. He is survived by his 2 sisters: Mrs. Victoria Fisher & Mrs. Sheila Saunders; 1 brother: Michael Major; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Leonie Eloise Jones, 81 a resident of Premier Way, Blue Hill Heights & formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, died at PMH on Sunday, April 10, 2022. She is survived by her 2 daughters: Ingrid Hunt & Renee Symonette; 2 sons: Michael Demeritte & Derrick Burrows; 7 grandchildren: Jarmal Demeritte, Michael Bowleg Jr., Damarje’e Hunt, Darren Symonette, Michael Demeritte Jr., Diamond Demeritte & Danté Demeritte; 1 brother: Alpheus Jones Jr. of Toronto Canada; 1 aunt: Branhilda Jones; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
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Melbourne Thaddeus Cartwright, 90 of Imperial Park, Nassau, The Bahamas died peceacefully at the Princess Margaret Hospital, Shirley Street, Nassau on Thursday, 7th April, 2022. He was predeceased by his parents: Rewel and Henrietta Cartwright; two brothers: Allen and Wesley Cartwright; one sister: Gerlene Carol, and his darling wife, Blanche Cartwright.
of Ocean View Drive, Nassau, The Bahamasand formerly of Petty’s, Long Island, The Bahamas, died on the morning of Friday, 8th April, 2022. He was predeceased by his loving wife, LaGloria Darville and his grandaughter, Rebecca Darville. He is survived by his sons, Patrick “Papa George”, Darryl and Gerard Darville; daughters, Sandra Darville and Dr. Phyllis Darville, Melanie Knowles and Lillian Forsythe; brother, Joseph Lyle Darville; grandchildren, Deanthea, Georgia, Gabriel, Justus, Dylan and David Darville, Joshua, Allana and Courtney Knowles, Henry Forsythe and Truman Darville-Dexter; great grandson, Greyson and The Parish of Sts. Peter and Paul, Clarence Town, Long Island and many other relatives and close friends.
He is survived by two sons: Donald Cartwright (Greta) Drexel Cartwright (Rosemary deceased); two grandsons: Matthew and Thomas Cartwright (Alicia); three granddaughters: Ashley Niven (Joe), Jessica Ferreira (Josh), and Samantha Cartwright; two great granddaughters: Jenna Cartwright and Amelia Ferreira; two great grandsons: Luke Cartwright and Joe Niven; one sister-in-law: Milly Cartwright; one brother-in-law: Roscoe Darville; his loving niece: Martha Albury and her family; and a host of other nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and great grand nieces and nephews including: Sylvia Sturrup (Wesley) Robert Cartwright (Gail) Richard Cartwright (Sue) Terrence Cartwright (Cynthia) Shawn Cartwright (Sandy) James Cartwright, Lisa Cartwright, Samantha Knowles (Dwayne), Clarice Cartwright (Denver), Ruth Martinborough, Beverly Knowles, and Lindsey Darville; other relatives and friends: Ruth Cartwright, David Briggs and family, Peter Calalano and family, and Rosie Darville and family; his friends and family of Saint George’s Parish; caregivers: Cherine, Janet, George, and all the staff, nurses and caregivers of Pat’s Senior Citizens Nursing Home. A graveside service was held in his honour at Western Cemetery, Nassau Street, Nassau on Tuesday 12th April, 2022 at 12:00 noon.
A memorial service will be held at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, West Hill Street, Nassau, on Thursday, 21st April, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
Father Scott Brennen Rector, St. Georges Anglican Church, Mount Rose Avenue, Nassau officiated and interment followed.
A funeral service will be held at Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, Hamiltons, Long Island, on Monday, 25th April, 2022 at 9:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to Saint Georges Anglican Church, P. O. Box N. 1103, Nassau, The Bahamas in memory of Mr. Melbourne Thaddeus Cartwright.
Archbishop Patrick Pinder will officiate and interment will follow in Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Cemetery, Hamiltons. Arrangements by Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited.
Arrangements by Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited.
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Tribute to my Goddie, Elva Russell-Rolle T
he rest of the Bahamas knew Elva RussellRolle as a woman with amazing talent for the public arena – well-spoken, accomplished, a pioneer for women in broadcasting, born to be in the spotlight. I knew her as “Goddie Elva.” In my formative years, she (and her family, by extension) would be the hallmark of family values like support, counsel and camaraderie for me. She was a friend par excellence to my mother and so much more to me. She was Goddie! I have two godmothers – both of whom hold a special place in my heart. Of course, there is Goddie Minna – beautiful, bright smile, always welcoming. Then...there was Elva. I’m not sure how our relationship developed over the years, but she was always a constant voice in my head, reminding me how talented and beautiful I was, even when the world around me didn’t treat me that way. She would often have a few choice words for anyone who acted unfairly, inconsistently, or unjustly toward me. I loved this woman who was always on my side. Goddie Elva taught me so many important things about life and family and friendship. It was through her friendship with my mom that I learned the important lesson: Women don’t have to compete with each other; they can simply celebrate each other’s strengths and support each other in weakness. Did they have the perfect relationship? I dare not say yes. But to me, it was. They both
AYANNA CLARKE were stern and opinionated, but fierce in their loyalty to each other. Their lives were oceans apart. Goddie Elva lived in the spotlight: dinners and parties and meetings, the works! But this never at one time diminished her welcome when we stopped by for a visit. Goddie taught me the values of presenting myself well and preparing for those opportunities in the way I carried myself. People describe me as poised, confident, articulate – much of this came from her. I remember sleeping over at her house and listening to the way she spoke – on the phone, at the kiln in the garage, sorting through Amway shipments…wherever. Then I would sneak off to some quiet corner and practice speaking in that same tone, rehearsing my words, so I could sound just like Goddie Elva. There was never a time that I knew her where she didn’t seem extremely busy. It was always
TRIBUTE TO MY GODDIE, ELVA RUSSELL-ROLLE some business or other that kept her buzzing, going, striving. I learned this from her – never settle for less than you are worthy of. She could have settled for broadcasting, or growing someone else’s company, but she didn’t. She explored so many means of building herself, teaching me along the way that it is not how you begin but how you live to ensure a great end that really matters. Have I made it seem that we didn’t have our differences? Let me assure you, that is not the case. If there was anyone who
ever held an opinion, it was Goddie Elva! I remember one time in particular; she had asked me a favour. I was to sing at a birthday celebration. I admitted that I couldn’t. At the time, as I was in studio recording my album. She looked me in my face quietly, with this look on her face that shouted her disappointment and displeasure. What happened after? Goddie got exactly what she wanted! I recorded my last song in the session and sped to the hall just in time to sing “To Dream the Impossible Dream” for my Goddie.
Oh, by the way, that was another great talent of hers – getting exactly what she wanted. I can only smile at the many times she got me to sing. “For me,” she would say. “Ayanna, do it for me.” Sadly, a chapter of my life closes in her passing. Goddie Elva was perhaps the purest resource in a Godmother – passionate, formidable in her loyalties and indomitable in her spirit. She was the first person, outside of my mother, to call me black and beautiful – like my grandmother, she would always remind me of a queen,
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Reconciliation H
ave you ever lost touch with a friend and after many years you found each other again? This is often true with friends who live abroad and whose address may have changed. It can also be true of family members or relatives who “drop off the radar” for some time. There are also situations where after a heated argument, spouse, parents and children, siblings or close friends become estranged. The more time passes this distance can develop into a chasm, and differences become seemingly irreconcilable. In the story of the Prodigal Son, the son disappears with his portion of his inheritance, which he insists on receiving before the death of his father. He squanders it all and then decides to return out of sheer desperation. The older brother is furious when he sees the celebration and rudely challenges his father’s authority. The forgiving father declares with deep emotion: “But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.”(Luke 15:32 NIV). He does not harden his heart toward his wayward younger son or his disrespectful older son. This is how it is with our God. The divine heart breaks for us: Sin separates Sin divides Sin destroys With each rebellious act we move further away from nearness to God, slipping gradually into
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darkness. Initially, we may feel guilty, but we soon harden our own hearts, dulling our consciences and eliminating regret. If we have the time to come to our senses, or “catch ourselves”, as we say here in the Bahamas, we cause there to be a great celebration in heaven. This is what reconciliation, restoration, and resolution mean. It is the blessing of God’s grace to begin again. When there is true and lasting peace (not the empty controlling promises of an abuser), harmony is restored to the home. This is the miracle of transformation when the apology is sincere and the change permanent. There are several Scripture passages that speak about reconciliation and restoration: Joshua 5:9 (NIV) – Then the Lord said to Joshua, “Today I have rolled away the reproach of Egypt from you.” Psalm 32:1-6: – Blessed is the one whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the one whose sin the Lord does
not count against them and in whose spirit is no deceit. When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long. For day and night your hand was heavy on me; my strength was sapped as in the heat of summer. Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover up my iniquity. I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord.” And you forgave the guilt of my sin. Therefore, let all the faithful pray to you while you may be found; surely the rising of the mighty waters will not reach them. 2 Corinthians 5:1621: So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. Though we once regarded Christ in this way, we do so no longer. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation. We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God. God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. We who have been welcomed by God, and continue to need restoration, understand only too well how “pigsty
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allowing them to experience the joy and love of God’s divine and eternal embrace. • Rev Angela Palacious, a motivational
speaker and author of several devotional books, is an Anglican priest. She may be contacted at 393-9000 or by e-mail at angelapalacious@gmail. com.
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Bahamas Gospel Music Award nominees revealed By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer jgibson@tribunemedia.net
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XCITEMENT is building now that the Bahamas Gospel Music Awards has released their slate of
nominees for this year’s showcase. The event, which is expected to be a night of glitz, glamour and gospel, will be held on Sunday, June 12, at the Myles Munroe Diplomat Centre.
It is being held under the theme “Legends”. The unveiling of nominees who have made their mark on the local music and entertainment sphere took place via virtual means. The live event was
hosted by Ghandi Pinder and DJ Godson. It featured performances by Colyn Kristopher, Lavonia Burrows, Mr Blaxx and Joshua Stewart. The event also featured a music video highlight – “I Will Sing” by Kenya Moore. The 2021 BGMA HipHop Artist of the Year Winner, Eman, leads the list with 12 nominations including in top categories like Artist of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and the Lavard ‘Manifest’ Parks Hip-Hop Artist of the Year. Cara T Newton returns with 10 nominations, including the Rachel Mackey Female Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, the Kevin McKenzie Junkanoo Rake’n’Scrape Song of the Year, the Shanique Thurston Traditional Song of the Year, Inspirational Song of the Year and more. Landlord and Stermon, have six nominations each, while Gabrielle Styles, Kenya Ferguson and Mr. Blaxx each have five. Kelda Sweeting and Davian Chase have four. Alia Coley, Najie Dun and Harvest Generation have three each. Avanti, Shannette Hepburn, IAmStacs, Rico, Gabrielle Finlayson, Kamal Roberts, Young WSTM, Sunae Russell received two nominations each. The Lifetime Achievement Award recipient will be Mother Rachel Mackey. Travis Edgecombe, executive producer of the award show, said he is more than excited to present the event once again. He is proud of the impact that the award
2021 BGMA Hip-Hop Artist of the Year Winner Eman leads the list with 12 nominations. show has had on the industry. “After an overwhelming, well-received inaugural year, we are pleased to be back. This year is special because not only are we honouring the nominees, but we will reflect on those who have paved the way before us in gospel music”, he said. The Bahamas Gospel Music Awards has partnered with a Caribbean digital platform called CARGOS TV. CARGOS is the new for home for Caribbean gospel live streaming, virtual events, concerts and churches.
They also offer a wide range of original content and and video-on-demand (VOD). Public voting for the Vaughn Miller Radio Personality of the Year and Radio Station of the Year categories began Tuesday, April 12, on the Bahamas Gospel Music Awards Facebook Page. Voting Ends Friday, May 27. Tickets for the BGMA show will be available on Monday, April 25, at $25. The dress code is formal. For more information, contact bahamasgospelmusicawards@gmail.com.
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MEMBERS OF THE BAPTIST MEN’S DEPARTMENT.
Baptist Men’s Department executive team says farewell AS they closed out their tenure in office, the Rev Stephen Ferguson and his officers of the Baptist Men’s Department delivered the Seven Last Words of Jesus during a special service on Tuesday, April 5, at First Baptist Church. The service, which followed the awards appreciation service on Sunday, March 13th at Faith United Missionary Baptist Church, brought the four years of dedicated and committed service to an end for the team of men from various Baptist churches. Minister Brent Stubbs of Macedonia Baptist Church spoke on the topic “Father, forgive them” to start the night. He was followed by Minister Anthony Garrison from First Baptist Church on the topic of “Today, you will be with me in Paradise.” The other speakers in order of saying from Jesus on the night that he was
crucified were: Minister Patrick Sweeting from Faith United on “Woman behold Thy son,” Rev Derek Munroe from New Bethlehem on “My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me,” Evangelist Walter Pratt on “I thirst,” Rev Samuel Lightbourne of Pentecostal Baptist Church on “It is finished” and Rev Ferguson on “Father, into thine hands I commend my spirit.” Rev Harrison Thompson of Faith United completed the minute address by each speaker with the topic “Was it in vain.” Rev Ferguson, who hails from Hillside Missionary Baptist Church, in his farewell address said when so many of their family and friends have passed from labour into reward, the God of grace and mercy is still in control. “Look where God has brought us from, God has brought us from a
mighty long way,” said Rev Thompson, as he thanked Rev Dr Llyod Smith, President of The Bahamas Baptist Convention, to Rev Dr Phillip McPhee, first vice president of the executive team of the Convention, the various pastors who tirelessly supported the men’s department and loaned their sanctuary for events; his pastor, Bishop Lockwood Deleveaux; and his dynamic team of officers for all their love, prayers, and support. “To our readers and supporters, may God continue to bless you. We cannot forget our generous donors who helped to ease our financial burdens and provided items to help our grocery giveaway, our back-to-school giveaway, and breakfast giveaway locally and in the family of islands,” he said. Rev Ferguson noted that the last four years were a remarkable venture.
REV STEPHEN FERGUSON “You all have given willingly to help us continue the work of the Lord,” he said. “My family in faith, thank you for your continuous support over the years whether through prayer, donations, acts of kindness and much more please know that it was
greatly appreciated from the bottom of my heart. “Our journey has come to an end, and it is only right that I congratulate my team and the Men’s Department for their commitment to changing the stigma in our homes, schools, jobs, churches, and communities.”
Rev Ferguson reminded the men that they are in this together. And they should not slack off on their riding now, but continue to walk in the footsteps of Jesus wherever they may go. “As the mantle is passed on, let us continue to work together in love and unity for the work of the Lord must go on,” he stressed. No successor has as yet been appointed by the Baptist Convention to replace Rev Ferguson, who took over from the Rev George Bodie. The Baptist Men's Department has one more function to perform and that is the joint Men's World Day of Prayer being organized by the Baptist World Alliance. The prayer service will take place on Saturday, April 23, from 8am to 11 am at Hillside Missionary Baptist Church. Breakfast will be served free of charge.
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Standing in faith when those called to lead fall
Bahamians weigh in on global Hillsong scandal By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer jgibson@tribunemedia.net
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elievers around the world have been watching in shock as the megachurch Hillsong faces on its worst crises since its inception forty years ago. The Pentecostal juggernaut with a home base in Australia and churches in over 30 countries has come under a lot fire in recent years. But the
latest scandal threatens the downfall of the megachurch that has over 30 million streams on Spotify. Its founder, Brian Houston, has been forced to step down from his role as global senior pastor amid an internal investigation into allegations of misconduct towards two women. Two former European pastors are also accusing Houston and the church's general manager of sending threatening e-mails during a dispute over the
transfer of their church, cash and assets to Hillsong Australia. Christians all over the world who have been been impacted by the church are grappling with how to hold onto their own faith when those called to lead are falling short. According to Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN), Houston has apologised to church members in an e-mail sent one week after Hillsong’s global board announced his
resignation for inappropriate behaviour. In the e-mail obtained by the Australian news outlet Eternity News, Houston 67, apologised to church members and his wife Bobbie, with whom he co-founded the now global megachurch in 1983. Last week, Hillsong issued its first statement on the matter, saying the founder had "breached" the church's "Pastor's Code of Conduct"
following an investigation into harassment complaints from two women. The first incident occurred "approximately a decade ago,” according to the church, and "involved "inappropriate text messages from Pastor Brian to a member of staff, which subsequently resulted in the staff member resigning." Hillsong claimed that at the time of the incident Houston was "under the influence of sleeping
tablets, upon which he had developed a dependence." According to Hillsong's Global Board, the second complaint was received in 2019 when Houston entered a woman's hotel room after a Hillsong conference. “It was found that Pastor Brian became disoriented after a session at the Hillsong Conference, following the consumption of anti-anxiety medication beyond the prescribed dose, mixed with alcohol. This resulted in him knocking on the door of a hotel room that was not his, entering this room and spending time with
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CO-founder and former senior global pastor of the Hillsong megachurch Brian Houston.
“It’s so important for leaders to conduct themselves in a manner of integrity and honesty at all times, because if they don’t, it really has an effect on the way people view the church.” may sound, I believe I am the person and pastor you believed me to be. Imperfect and flawed, but genuinely passionate about God, people, calling, and life. I am determined that my mistakes will not define me.” This recent fallout has not only exposed errors in the ways of the pastor, but also sheds light on the flaws and imperfections of those who are called to lead. Though they are held to higher standards and expected to have a clean and pristine rap sheet,
many church leaders still struggle privately, and some publicly, with their failings. And when they fail, the flock they are called to watch over are sometimes impacted in their own faith. Some Christians shared their thoughts on the Hillsong matter with Tribune Religion: “It’s so important for leaders to conduct themselves in a manner of integrity and honesty at all times, because if they don’t, it really has an effect on the way people
Thursday, April 14, 2022 ● PAGE 31 view the church,” said Betty Forbes. She feels Houston has done the right thing in resigning from his position as leader. “I do not condone misconduct and pastors engaging in activities that they decry from their pulpits; however, I do understand they too are still only human and are prone to falling short just like the rest of us. As in the case of the Hillsong, his conduct is not right at all and while he can be forgiven as a Christian, maybe his time as a leader has expired,” he said. Fabian Stubbs said Christians ought to be solidified in their own personal relationships with God so that in the event a church leader does fall short, their faith can still stand tall. “It’s difficult when a pastor sins and it is brought out in the open. It makes you wonder whether they took their faith serious enough and it makes you question everything they preached from their pulpits. I have been at that place before, but God helped me when I struggled with my faith,” he said. “God is the source of my relationship and not a pastor. Just because a pastor did not get it right all the way does not mean that God’s word is flawed. His word is true. This relationship I have with God is true. So it does not matter what anyone
else does or does not do. I know that my relationship with God is real and strong.” Timothy Munroe added: “Only the Lord Jesus knows this man’s heart and whether or not he is truly repentant or not. If the Lord Jesus wants him to remain in a leadership position, he would remain in a leadership position and the Lord would provide. If not, the Lord Jesus will remove him and not provide or bless further leadership positions if it is not in line with His will. Hopefully he is seeking Jesus daily and asking for His will to be done in his life and not his own and accept it... to learn, grow and change to become who he is created to be. God is always working, always exposing, always teaching and wanting people to examine their hearts and faith.” Courtney Rolle said while it is true leaders are also flawed, they must be held accountable. “God always forgives true repentance and gives second chances. However, those in leadership need to be held accountable in God's sight and in the eyes of the law. What does God's holy word teach about those in leadership? It is not our opinions that count. We must adhere to the Word,” she said.
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Akeem Gardiner has new gospel song ‘dictated by God’ By ALESHA CADET Tribune Features Reporter acadet@tribunemedia.net
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harles Akeem Gardiner – the former reggae artist known as CJ Priest – is continuing to spread the gospel through music and has just released a new song which he says was dictated to him by God. Akeem has shared the stage with artists like Tarrus Riley, Beres Hammond, the Bahamas’ very own Sammi Starr and many others, but now Akeem has dedicated his life to the Almighty God. He told Tribune Religion about one of his newest projects, the single “You Reign”. “I started singing from the age of four, singing in church. Over the course of my life, I’ve learned to play about seven instruments. It was in 2019 I transitioned to gospel music under my own name Akeem Gardiner,” he said. Akeem’s past projects include songs such as “No One Like You”, “Pick
Me” (featuring Sammi Starr and Sketch Carey), “Gypsy”, “Movin’” (featuring his father Bishop Charles Gardiner), and “I Believe In You”. His latest song, “You Reign”, he said, came to him during a time of meditation and prayer. After asking God during prayer what He would love to hear from Akeem, the inspiration then came through His spirit, the singer said. He said the lyrics were literally dictated to him by God. “The name of the song came from a basic proclamation – God, you reign; as simple as that. No matter if things are going good or bad, up or down, happy or sad, God, you reign,” he said.
Akeem said the feedback on the track has been amazing. “Everyone who heard it said that they love the song and it blessed them. I thank God that the song is doing exactly what the Lord intended for it to do,” he said. While there is currently no music video, Akeem one is in the works and will released very soon. “I hope to soon release my debut album and to give the thing that God has given to me to the world, and to the body of Christ through song,” he said. Akeem’s music is available on digital platforms like Apple Music, Amazon, Tidal and Spotify. The singer is encouraging people to remember why they do what they do, and to remember that whatever is done in this life is not only for them. Whether they know it or not, they are a blessing to someone. “So, if you don't even feel like giving it 100 percent today, remember if you can give 80 percent, that's all you need, because little is much, once God is in it,” said Akeem.
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