05012025 OBITUARIES

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Funeral Service for Fredwell Ingraham, 52

THANKS

IN LOVING MEMORY

will be held at Bible Truth Hall, Palmetto Point, Eleuthera, Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating Jason Thompson. Interment will follow at St. Margaret’s View Public Cemetery.

Left to cherish his memories, Parents: Godfrey & Geraldine Ingraham; Sisters: Violet Thompson, Karen Bastian-Ingraham, Beryl Thompson, Rosalee Ingraham; Brother-in-law: Hubert Thompson; Sisters-in-law: Sylvia Ingraham, Gwen Hanna; Nieces: Vashti, Jaynell, Garnesha, Anishka Ingraham, Craniyah Scott, Veronique and Haide Rodnquee, Alexi and Alinsya Thompson, Katrace Culmer; Nephews: Alonzo Thompson, William and Jerome Ingraham, Collison Ingraham, Rael, Deangelo, Alanzo Jr., Kameron; Aunts: Shelia Cooper, Pauline Edwards, Jenny Bethel, Caroline Rolle; Uncle: George Edwards; Cousins: Don, Harvey, Ethel, Faye, Patricia, Carmen, Eunice Rahming & family, Bruce Cooper, Audrey Knowles & family, Arlene and Dale Clark, Stephen Johnson & family, Jackie Bethel, Clyde Bethel & family, Glen, Jewel and Jason Edwards, Austin and Clevland Ingraham and family, Renae & Renaldo Rolle, Kishera and Kimberly and the late Ethel Cartwright family. Friends & Relatives: Mr. Phillip Bethel & family, Mr. Tom Hanna, Elene Cooper, Olga Bethel & family, Lorena Thompson, Eloise Thompson, Linda Thompson, Rodger Culmer, Howard Ingraham, Bassimae and Mikey Grant, Wendal Deveaux, Miriam Armbrister, Alicia Rolle & family, Tanya Rahming & family, Marcus, Eula, Jessica Cooper, Dornell Ingraham, Livingston Williams, George Gladdeus, Ophelia Ingraham & family, Nancy Thompson, Adline Sineus & family, Staff of Lorenes Shop (Nassau) Pauline Johnson, Ricardo Knowles & family, Glenville Thompson & family, Members of the Bible Truth Hall, Sherman Culmer & family, Carey brothers of Tarpum Bay Shopping Plaza, the late Brad Thompson & family, Debbie Deal & family, Freda Cooper & family, Dr. Sidney Smith, Doctors and Nurses at Palmetto Point Clinic. Also doctors at Princess Margaret Hospital. We the family thank you the community of Palmetto Point and many more to numerous to mention

Viewing will be held on Friday from 7:30pm. at The Church until service time on Saturday.

Death Notices for (Abaco) NECOLA SMITH ROLLE, 52

of Crown Haven, Abaco and formerly of Cedar Harbour, died on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at The Princess Margaret Hospital.

She is survived by her Husband: James Rolle; Two Daughters: Nickea Smith & Nicoya Mills; 10 Sisters: Cynthia Brown, Pearl Mills, Viola Johnson, Lillian Wells, Jeneive Mills, Judie Storr, Lydia Burrows, Kaderin & Monique Mills, Michelle McIntosh; Three Step Sons: Nardo, Jason & Brent Rolle; 2 Uncles: Medious Edgecombe & Charles Jones; and a host of relatives and friends who will be listed at a later time.

Funeral Arrangements has been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary located on Village and Parkgate Roads.

(Abaco) MONICA MURRAY, 59

of Coopers Town, Abaco, died on Sandilands Village at her home.

She is survived by her Husband: Debreth Murray; Children: Dennis Murray, Daliesha Murray, Monique Burrows, Makiva Woodside, Deangela Murray, Deangelo Murray, Dan Murray; Siblings: (Brothers) Hector, Freeland Alexander and Joshua Rolle, (Sisters) Deborah Cooper, Rosie Edgecombe, Gertrude Bullard, Bethseba Darville, Shania Brown, Paulette Hepburn, Isabella Saunders; and a host of relatives and friends who will be listed at a later time

Funeral Arrangements has been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary located on Village and Parkgate Roads.

Funeral Service for

PASTOR PALACE GLORIA ROBINSON, 72

of Soldier Road, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 3rd May 2025 at Five Porches of Deliverance Centre, Market Street and Poincianna Avenue. Officiating will be Senior Pastor Apostle Fredricka Minus and Pastor Terrance G. Morrison assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road.

Palace is survived by her Adopted Daughters: Jennifer StuartBastian, Valarie Minus; Sister: Wordel (Norman) Dean; Brother: Kenneth Rolle; Other relatives and friends including: Michael and Joy Tucker and family, Wellington and Karen Taylor and family, Albertha Edgecombe, Melrose Albury, Ocilia Williams, The Stuart family, The Rolle family, Jamal Woodside and family, Lionel (Christina) Ferguson and family, Lulamae Minus & family, Johnson family, Nikera Dean, Naurel (Anthony) Watkins and family, Novia Davis (Bishop Trent Davis), Bernice Francis, Joe and Yvonne Stubbs, James Bodie and family, Patrick Smith and family, the Sunlight Cottage family, the Robinson family, Prophetess Latanya Jean Jacques and family, Pastor Walter and Christine Taylor, Barbara Cooper, Retired Justice Joseph Strachan and family, Bishop Stephen Russell and family, Cherell Rolle, Stephanie and Ranesha Dean and family, Mario and Pandro Storr and Family, Pastor Fredericka Minus and family, Pastor Silvan and Barbara Farquharson and family, Pastor Jeremy and Janite Penn, Pastor Curlean Roberts and family, Pastor Terrance G. Morrison and Dr. Royann Morrison, Zion Baptist, East Street family, Deaconess Sheila Strachan & family and Deacon Walton and Cyprianna Winters, Gary and Ruth Smith, Five Porches and Deliverance Center family, Caregivers: Nurse Orelia Joseph, Pamella Morgan, Angela King, Roseline Ceremy and Michelle Johnson, Della Symonette, Dr. Sawyer, Dr. Agreta

Eneas-Carey, Dr. Beverton Moxey and community nurses of Elizabeth Estates Clinic, nursing staff of PMH and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

May Her Soul Rest In Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 2nd May 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 3rd May 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice for

ESTELLA LOUISE BELLE ZONICLE, 96

of Mount Royal Avenue and formerly of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera, died at her residence on Tuesday 22nd April, 2025.

She is survived by her children: Marilyn and Mellany Zonicle, Josephine Zonicle-Lopes, Christina Russell, Deborah and Pauline Zonicle, Martha Zonicle-Minnis, Dr. Samra Zonicle-Newton, Clavia McClain, Shernell Zonicle-Gardiner, Sheena Zonicle and Wanza Munroe; adopted son: Jamal Taylor; numerous grand and great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

Funeral Service for

MICHELLE ENEZ JANAE JOHNSON, 42

of Roosevelt Avenue, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, 3rd May, 2025 at The Myles Munroe Diplomat Center (BFM), Carmichael Road. Officiating will be Pastor Dave Burrows, assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Left to cherish precious memories of Michelle are her Son: Adonis Kemp; Brothers: Andrew Johnson, Perez Pierre; Brother-in-law: Branison Kemp; Sisters: Antoinette Porter, Eisa Johnson, Enez Johnson; Grandfather: Ollan Johnson; Uncles: Derek Johnson, Peter Johnson, Michael and Brian Johnson; Aunts: Carla Porter, Pauline Porter; Cousins: Brittani Johnson, Deval Kirby, Michael Johnson Jr., Hakeem Johnson, Kiptanui Johnson, Derek Johnson, Derenique Johnson, Makiyo Johnson, Makari Johnson, Kaash Johnson, Nikia Johnson, Maureka Porter, Lavonya Porter, Inderia Porter, Tamika Porter, Tomiko Porter, Nevaeh Pennerman, Stephanique Pennerman, Ashley Major, Lashando Major, Diamonique Webster, Shandon Ferguson, Allan Ferguson, Jermaine Porter, Shandeicka Scott, Wesley Scott, Ethan Claire, Valencia Porte, Farri Palmer, Sarai Eulin, Grace McCartney, Faith Rahming, Yvonnette Strachan, Gia Clarke, Giovanni Clarke, Andena Cunningham, Tominqua Porter, Valvano Bullard, Rashad Bullard, Valvano Bullard, Amir Bullard, Philip Bryson, Marcia Johnson, Alex Hepburn, Miracle Porter; Cousin-in-law: Esther Bullard, Hermanique Porter, Octavia Major and Dedwin Major; and a host of other relatives and friends

May Her Soul Rest In Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 2nd May 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 3rd May 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice for

a resident of Isles Way, off Soldier Road, died at Cleveland Clinic, Ft. Lauderdale, on Saturday 26th April 2025.

He was predeceased by his father, Lester Frith.

Left to cherish precious memories of him, Mother: Evelyn Frith-Fowler; Stepfather: Marvin Fowler; Grandmother: Naomi Mackey; Brothers: L. Lennis and Darieo Frith; Sister: Shegarah Frith-Knowles (Jason Knowles); Uncles: Thomas (Gwendolyn), Milton (Sheba), Stafford, Leslie (Beryl), Lionel, and Ellis (Eryka) Hanna, Hesley Johnson, Charles and Gary Frith; Aunts: Vernetha (Johnathan) Curry, Louise Deveaux, Jacquelyn Evans, Lucille and Joycelyn Frith; Grandaunts: Mabel Hanna and Marion Hanna-Smith; Nieces: Jasannah and Janae Knowles; Cousins: Latoya Archer, Althesia Adderley-Pratt, Kenyen Adderley, Shaniqua, Darnell, Ricardo, Thomas Jr. Crystal, Christia, Kameron, Claudius and Desnal Hanna, Antia Scott, Anita Rahming, Daimount, Nioshi, Tyla, Ashton, Milton Jr., Una, Shavonne, Vontianise, Leslie Jr., Branaldo, Brandon, Emyr and Esyn Hanna, Eunice John, Curtis Hanna Jr., Valentine, Brian, Shirley Hanna, Elva Collie, Demarco and Deangelo Smith; Godchild: Brea Pratt; Numerous Relatives and Friends: Niah, Travis, Quan, C. V. Bethel Class of 2014, Management & Staff of RoRo Company and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. We apologize if your name is not mentioned.

Funeral Service For

Doris E. Cleare Minns

will be held on Saturday, May 3rd 2025 at Light a House Church of God, Chapel Street, Harbour Island, Eleuthera, Bahamas at 11:30am. Officiating will be Bishop Anthony Dean assisted by Bishop Tavares Johnson, Bishop Samuel Higgs & Pastor Ben Bethel. Interment will follow in the Saint Catherines Cemetry.

Precious memories will linger in the hearts of her daughters: Mrs. Latoya Higgs & Mrs. Janice Styles; sons: Mr. Lambert Minns (Mr. Wish), Marvin Minns Sr.Marvin Minns Jr. (Brown Boy); sons-in-law: Ashton Higgs & Gregory Styles; sisters: Annamae Saunders (Edward Saunders), Charlotte Bowles & Cindy Mackey (Hon. Rickey Mackey); brothers: Hubert Roberts, Pastor Antonius Johnson (Shanna Johnson) & Jarrod Johnson (Bernadette Johnson); grandchildren: Gareth Styles, Michelle Willie, Gabrielle & Burton Oliver Jr., Gregory Styles Jr., Ashtawn & Aloa Higgs, Leandra Cartwright, Tomaz & Kimberly Mackey, Trailen Mather; great grandchildren: Isaac, Isaiah & Makaylin Minns, Greyson & Matteo Styles; adopted daughters: Stuarvette Cleare, Lana Cash (Steve), Arianna Munroe, Sherniece Major and Christine Higgs, Andria Higgs (Justin), Daniela Feibusch; adopted sons: Peter Neely (Val), Michael (Mickey) Higgs, Jack Higgs (Sallymae Higgs) and Devon Sawyer; adopted grandchildren: Harrison Jr., Houston Cleare and Marcia Hall, Raven & Steve Cash Jr., Akia, Myckell, Mychalla, Lashan, Milton, Stevette, Tammy, Lil Jack & Tia Higgs, Samantha Higgs, Joycee Sawyer; bonus children: Mieka LozaiqueRussell, Bronson, Lebronia, Paulette, Paula, Wayne & Phillip Lozaique; uncle: Mr. Vincent Cleare; godfather: Joseph Saunders, Sr.; godchildren: Sweetlyn Higgs, Kipling Johnson, Daishon Percentie, Adale Albury, Zarian Neely; nephews: Edsol Mather (Marva), Harry & Gussy Neely, Robert, Majid & Lynden Johnson. Samuel Johnson, Andrew Sawyer (Islaneka) & Douglas Sawyer, Christopher Neely Jr., Shawn Neely, Breon Neely, Alex, Ali McPhee Perry Grant Jr.; nieces: Lydia Grant (Perry), Lotus Major, Lacressa Saunders & Latessa Johnson, Geraldine, Rachel & Leah Neely, Maureen McPhee, Tina Neely, Crystal Mather (Meshach), Tennessee Knowles, Suzanne Oliver, Parishka Dean (Mohammad), Lolo Grant, Kyienna, Lachentae Johnson, Acia Saunders, Daphne Roberts, Mary Morgan, Jerrica, Tawanna, Mary & Alsia Johnson; cousins: Stuart Cleare (Ivy), Sandy Cleare, Rodney Cleare (Wendy), Romell Percentie, Joanne Carey, Dudley & Rocky Cleare (Pam), Nola Roberts, Helen Roberts (Freddy), Loretta Johnson (Andrew), Dellsworth Davis, Cecilia Oliver, Jane Sawyer, Violet Atkinson, Vincent Jr., Jedda Larramore,

Catherine Swain, Patrice Baldwin, Tenille & Latoya Cleare, Anton & Nadia Brown, Yazym Brown, Shacantila Williams, GayaKnowles, Clement & Denise O’Brienn, Erica Symonette, Andrew Burrows, Anthony Poiter, Olivia Brown, Sonia Adderley, Kevin Armbrister, Yvonne Albury, Elizabeth Ellis, Claudia Seymour, Derek Seymour; special friends: Genorossa Berkel, Tremmie Morris, Vhaul Thompson Sr. (Lisa), Wallace Bain, Burton Dean, Lorrie Francis, Magaret Rose Saunders, Micheal & Amanda Grant, Densina & Benson Curtis, Gusty Lewis, Paris Knowles, Malcolm Johnson, Franklyn & Julia Barry, Byronae Bullard, Carloyn Smith, Paige Percentie, Juanita & JJ Percentie, Juanita Neely, Judy Neely-Thompson, Terry Deveaux, Ms, Brenda Higgs, Betty Davis, The “Under the Tree Crew”, Hon. Sylvannus Petty & family, Tommineika Saunders, Victor Percentie, Carmen & Tamecia, Lestina Sawyer, Donovan Cleare, Percival Johnson, Amy Young, Shantell Black Paula and Lionel, Lorna Culmer & Family, Terry Cash Geno Roberts, Plakaris, Kendall Hepburn & Family, Sherrie Brice & Family, Carol Stuart & Family, Bishop Samuel Higgs & Family, Bishop Anthony Dean & Family, Phillip Roberts & Family, Captain Bob & Family, Sedale Pennerman, Darrell Johnson & Family, Mario and Hildreth Francis, The Entire Staff at Kay Market, Savion & Ashleyann Rahming, Dorrington Saunders, Tracy Bethel, Carmelita, Marcey, Junior, & Joey Young Sr, Rev. Hosea & Leonna Roberts, Big Red, Spooner & Janermae Grant & Family, Ms. Patsy Clarks & Family, The entire Gusty’s Hill Family, Chief Councilor Harvey & Georgina Roberts & Family, Ms. Pasty Flowers & Family, Randol & Christine Johnson, Mr. Sammuel Sawyer, Coney Thompson, Jane Rahming, Patrice Homer & family, Pastor Tavar Major & Family, Tony Roberts, Prophetess Paige Forbes, Lorria Whitfield, Valarie Roberts, Racquel burrows, Randolph Curtis; and a host of other relatives and friends including: The Staff at the Harbour Island Health Centre, Ferris Higgs & Family, Mildred Roberts & Family, Eloise Knowles & Family, Ena Sawyer & Family, Lydia Durham & family, Betsy Sawyer, George Roberts & Family, Cecily Albury, Marionette Cartwright, Donald Hudson & Family, William Miller & Family, Glenroy Aranha & Family, Warren Johnson & Family, Donald Saunders & Family, Gregory Higgs & Family, Travis Dean & Family, Annseton Barry, the staff at Island Luck and ASure Win, Tingum Village Staff, NIB Staff, Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Lighthouse Church of God Family, The Entire Harbour Island Community, every and anyone that ever gave Doris a ride.

May she Rest in P-E-A-C-E and Rise in Glory.

If we inadvertently forgot to mention anyone, we do apologize. Thank you for being a part of the life and legacy of the Late Doris E Cleare Minns.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Newbold Brothers Funeral Chapel, Acklins and Palmetto Avenue on (TODAY) Thursday from 1:00pm-5:00pm and on Friday at the church in Harbour Island from 2:00pm until service time Saturday.

Funeral Service for

REV. STAFFORD COOPER, 78

of Rosewood Street, Pinewood Gardens, Nassau Bahamas, will be held on Saturday May 3rd, 2025, at 11:00a.m. at Glad Tiding Baptist Church, Padoleo St. & Balfour Avenue, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be held by Rev. Jeffery Deleveaux, Assisted by Other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, Nassau, Bahamas.

He is predeceased by his Wife: Raphieletha, Daughter: Shawnlee, Granddaughter: Tiasja.

Left to cherish his memories are his, Son: Pastor Derrick Cash; Daughters: Min. Leshan Rolle and Shiniska Thompson; Step sons: Devlyn and Marvin (Tony) Bonaby; Brothers: Cornelius Jr., Philip and Herbert Cooper; Sister: Veronica Forbes; Sons-in-law: Lamont Rolle (Caregiver) and Insp. Nikita Thompson, Daughter-in-law: Min. Allaynia Cash, Janice Rolle Bonaby and Marcia Bonaby; Brothersin-law: Alphonso Edgceombe and Wayne Rodgers; Sisters-in-law: Olive and Clarabelle Cooper, Yvette Rodgers, Stephanie Leadon, Janice Edgcombe, Betsy and Lynette; Uncle-in-law: Daniel Leadon; Aunt-in-law: Sheila Leadon; Grandsons: Derrick Cash Jr., Shawnrico McKinney, Trevor Munnings Jr., D’Angelo and Delvano Bonaby; Grand daughters: Lavonya (Stanley) Roberts, Sarah and Derinique Cash, Aaronique Hanna, Shawntasia Minnis, Monesha, Shanae and Naomi Rolle, Tykita Thompson, Tonisha, Tamia and Theora Bonaby; Great grandchildren: Ravyn, Alliciana and Deveah Cash, Geanno and Tianna Cox, Saintanna Dieveuill, Petra Prtchard, Vershawn, Veron and Shania McKinney and Shawntae Minnis; Adopted grandchildren: Kino Bethel and Ashanti Johnson; Nephews: Livingstone, Philip, Wayne Sr., Martin, Ulric, Anthony, Evangelist Andrew, Charles, Cameron, David, Nathaniel, Alphonso Jr., Rayfield, Kendal, Donald Jr., Damar, Oneil, Odin, Rev. Durand Johnson; Nieces: Rosanna Donnalee, Albertha, Beatrice, Paulamae, Carolyn, Rev. Dr. Francina, Deaconess Cassandra, Katie, Eleana Black, Charlisa, Phylicia, Lakeisha, Allison, Melissa, Melody, Kenya, Anancia and Kermisha; Cousins: Rev. Oral, Ivan, Rosoca, Michael, Dwight Thompson, Helen, Dorothy, Florestta, Glenda, Inez Symonette, Priscilla and Freddy Armbrister, Joan, Lavette, Charles,Garon, Velma, Mavis. Other family and friends including: Rev. Jeffery Deleveaux and Glad Tidings Baptist Church, Pastor Kenyon Williams and Uncommon Favor Restoration Ministries, Matthew and Geraldine Strachan, Kenya Ferguson, Judymae Moss, Viola Roxbury, Minister Eloise Dean, Geo Cox, Moleka Newbold, Denovia Smith, Andrew McPhee, Southwest Christian Academy, Bishop Winston Roberts and Church Family of

Prayer and Deliverance, Executive team and employees of Ocean Club

Four Seasons Hotel (Security Department), Management and Staff of Bahama Subs and Salads, Hotel Managers Union, Pinewood Gardens Community, Doctors and Nurses of P.M.H (Male Medical 1), Family and Community of South Andros and other family and friends too numerous to mention.

May His 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 May 2nd, 2025, from 11:00a.m to 6:00p.m.

Death Notice for DAREKA LAVETTE DEAN, 43

of Mildred Avenue, Nassau Bahamas, passed away at Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, April 29th, 2025.

She is survived by her Daughters: Bethsheba Gibson & Glenreka Woodside; Brother: Superintendent Clinton Dean; Sisters: Donique Dean Johnson, Decia Dean; numerous nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins, Graham Thompson family, Philadelphia Seventh Day Church family and a host of friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

Sean D. Pratt-L.F.D&E C.E.O

Funeral Service For

Anthony Sweeting, 32 affectionately called “Boyo”

a resident of Rupert Dean Lane who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, April 7th, 2025 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 at Church Of God Temple, Coconut Grove Avenue. Bishop Dr. Lindo Wallace assisted by Minister Luann Watkins will officiate. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens John F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone Road.

Anthony was predeceased by his mother: Sandra Annistacia Dorelus-Ferguson.

Cherished memories will forever linger in the hearts of his father: Edison Paul Sweeting II; step father: Anthony Glinton; step mother: Valencia Brown; grand mother: Venus Johnson; grand father: Jean Claude Dorelus; step grand father: Kirk Moxey; sisters: Paulette Sweeting, Alicia Johnson, Pauline Sweeting; step sister: Anthonique Glinton; brothers: Edison Oliver, Edison Sweeting III, Demeko Johnson, Shamar Hepburn, Stafford & Leron Sweeting; step brother: Anthony Glinton; nieces: Jalicia & Antonia Young, Diamond Oliver; nephews: Ameko Johnson, Deangelo Knowles Jr., Edison Sweeting IV, Kenrad Bullard; aunts: Michelle & Andrea Sweeting, Portia Henfield, Newkiya Moxey; uncle: Peter Sweeting; grand aunts: Ruth Swaby, Carolyn Stuart Marilyn & Melonie Rolle, Mary Sweeting, Claudette Strachan, Samantha Stuart, Hattiemae (Ann); grand uncles: Jerome Rolle, Matthew & Michael Sweeting, Wellington Johnson, Joseph Knowles; uncle-in-law: Lealon Henfield; aunt-in-law: Daphanie Moss-Sweeting; special friend: Felecia Pierre; cousins: Jackson, Clifton, Jade, Rodlesha and Rodney Bonamy, Samantha and Brian Armbrister, Clinton, Jonas, Deandrea Ferguson, Keithra Sweeting, Dendra, Desha, Roscoe Jr., Alecia Henfield-Taylor, Ashley and Asha Henfield, Michael Clarke, Petra, Peyton and Peter Sweeting Jr., Renville and Alyssa McQuay , Samara Cummings, Latorio and Marinique Whyms, Johnathan and Johnesha Moss, Marlon

Melhado Jr., Tyler and Dylan Clarke, Emerald Lynes and Destiny Oliver, Quintahj-Marie Bonamy, Jared and Jaria Cooper, Kevin Burrows Esther Sweeting, Amari Archer; other relatives and friends include: Dominic and Darreo Lotmore, Bernard and Deanza Cash, Tera, Larry and Tanisha Rolle, the Sweeting family, Dorelus and Johnson Family, Trevor Lockhart and family, Linda Rolle and family, Maria, Wellington, Edward and Gina Johnson, Philip Swaby Jr., Joerico and Jokeitha Knowles, The Lewis family, the Forbes family, Audie Murphy and family, Vernon Major and family, Rehanna Symonette, Marvin and Sandra Bain, Kevin Bullard, Vernell Rodgers and family, Mark Knowles and family Theresa Williams and family, The Rolle family, Jennifer Perpall, Celiane Bien-Aime, Tyrina Symonette and family, Kenrick and Kenron Bullard Kj (Kendal) Janet Scott, Alice Lafleur and family, Candiesha Smith & Family, Damany, Montez, Cambridge Street Family, the Straw Market Family, Rev. Dr. C. B. Moss & family, M.P. for Bain and Grant’s Town Mr. Wade Watson, The Rupert Dean Lane Family, G5 Films Crew, Augusta Street Family, Kathleen Minnis and Family, Biondi Black, Samuel Meadows and Family, Cohen and Giovanni, Ej Rolle, Dion and Donovan Newton, Tiqua, Shante, Herbie, Tiffany McQuay, Neisha, Judanna, Kristen, Feliesha, Ambrosine, Joshua, The Bain Town and surrounding communities, Chris, Jamal, Jason Cambridge, Ashano Knowles, The 242 Bike Life Crew, Deangelo Sr., Jay, Ivan , Travis, White Mike, Mark Knowles, Sleepy, Fire, Sly, Rudolph Thurston and the staff of Show Boy Bar, Gary Carey, Jamal Smith.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on Friday from 11:00-6:00 and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For Deaconess Iris Naomi Whylly, 71 affectionately called “Grammy” “Nanna”

a resident of Water Ford, Eleuthera, Bahamas who died at her residence on Friday, April 4th, 2025 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 at Miracle Convention Cathedral Ministries, Green Castle, Eleuthera. Bishop Carrington S. Pinder assisted by Pastor Philip McPhee will officiate.Interment will follow in the Public Cemetery, Wemyss Bight, Eleuthera.

Our beloved Iris was predeceased by her parents: Wilbert and Myrtle Whylly; sister: Angie Whylly and Leita Whylly; brothers: Thurton Whylly and Breon Whylly; grandson: Kavarr Gaitor-Miller; daughter: Cora Yvette Brown.

Deaconess Iris Naomi Whylly life and legacy will live on forever in the hearts of her daughters: Rozelda Whylly, Minister Tanya Brown (Albert Brown), Tamika McKenzie-Gilsaint (Maxwell Gilsaint); son: Dario McKenzie; adopted daughters: Sharon Miller, Val Cooper, and Vandette Carey; adopted son: Calin Young, and Charles Mackey; sisters: Shirley Whylly, Lynzell Rahming (Derrick Rahming), Eloise Brice (Kenneth Brice), Thelma Ferguson (Kevin Ferguson), Inez Miller (Glenroy Miller); brothers: Philip Whylly (Mary Whylly), Hansel Brown (Joan Brown), Errol Whylly, Lambert Whylly, and Stephen Whylly; sisters-in-law: Sandra Butler, and Ruth Brown; granddaughters: Idell Johnson, Deniesha Johnson, Nickoya Johnson, Carmesha Kemp (Kirkwood Kemp), Cory Johnson-Gibson (Claude Gibson), Prisca Gibson, Taneshia Gibson, Forika Gaitor, Aldaina Brown, Altanya Brown, Trevonya Pinder, Chianti Allen, Maxia Pyfrom; grandsons: Kenjerro Miller (Savanah Miller), and Dennis Johnson Jr.; great grandsons: Leonardo Butler, Deneko Kemp, Derenzo Kemp, Dellano Gustave, Kayden Kemp, Zion Deveaux, Eden Thompson, Emir Thompson, Emaj Thompson, Craig Collins Jr., Amori Johnson, Mason Johnson, D’kari Johnson and Wesley Ferguson III; great granddaughters: Tamaria Murphy, Nevaeh Butler, Wesliyah Ferguson, Hailey Rolle, Gabrielle Johnson and Kay’Jah Kemp; aunt: Margaret Richards (Hilbert Richards);

uncle: Napoleon Whylly; nieces and nephews: Pamela (Wayne Sr.) Maxine, Marcus, Nishka Toya, Gerino, Steven, Romeco, Ramon, Ranard (Cassie), Gerado, Kevin Jr., Keva, Kevone, Deardro, Glenroy Jr., Ordrick, Philipa, Precious, Philicia, Philip Jr., Tera, (Roshanda), Errol Jr., Earrington, Ebarki, Lex, Merele, Tino, Teko, Deangelo, Tito, Tiffany, Larry, Landa, Ricky, Kizzy, Cindy, Ingrid, Shaneke, Shannador, Ian, Crystal, Anja, Jack, Stacy, Hugo, Mary, Sasha, Christian, Travis, Brittney, Britnell, Rayshanti, Jeremy, Breshawn, Shannon, Stacey, Ray, Vardo, Brinell, Latoya Turnquest, Brenardo, Lashandra, Ianti, Shantia, Breon Jr., Javon, Shaquille, Brandon, Javis, Denrick, Lakeisha, Kaylin, Breandra, Shabria, Briggy, Jordanae, Danique, Chervante, Davencio, and Claneil; others are too numerous to mention; godchild: Sherelle Richards-Rolle; other relatives & friends: Bernadette Sweeting & family, Monica Miller & family, Veronica Ferguson & family, Sandra Johnson, Minister Linda Brown Sands (Albert Sands) & family, Sheryl, Eulease Thompson & family, Darlene Deveaux & family, Ruby Nixon & family, Gary Delancey & family, Rudolph Sweeting & family, Jeffery, Lex, Marcus, Quintin Jr., Antone Miller & family, Marco Morley & family, 1311 Nado Brown & family, Tyrone, Ryan, Stephanie, Paulette, Clarice, Sherene, Latisha, Hillary, Dellano, Freddy Delancey & family, Roscoe Thompson & family, Deaconess Joann Stubbs & family, Rev. Clodella Johnson & family, Dennis Johnson Sr., Trevor Pinder & family, Leonardo Butler & family, Evette Strachan & family, Rev. Zilchus Thompson & family, Creola Jolly & family, Winnie Thompson &family, Portia & Carletta Richards, Barbara, Carolyn, Rikell, Juaniko Sands & family, Ellen & Johnathan Mackey & family, Allison McQueen & family, George Edwards & family, Donna Miller & family, Cathy, Nola Brown & family, Devon Young & family, Samantha Finley & family, Millie Culmer &family, Glo Watson & family, Rozetta Miller & family, Margaret Pyfrom & family, Stephanie Mackey & family, Christine McPhee & family, Bonnie & Kim & family, Rochell Major, the entire Whylly & Brown family, Rev. J. J. Hepburn & family, Perry Butler & family, Jermaine Deveaux & family, Woody & family, Pandora & family, Clement Hall & family, Claudia Sands & family, Shavaugla Carey & family, Chelsea, Cara family, Jermaine Rahming & family, The Adderley family, Jackson Jolly & family, Bernetta & family, Dr. Sidney Smith & family, Nurse Teara Rolle & family, Nurse Deandra Frazier & family , The members of St Luke’s Baptist Church, the entire communities of Water Ford, Green Castle, Wemyss Bight, & Deep Creek Eleuthera, Bahamas.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on (TODAY) Thursday from 1:00-6:00 p.m. and at the Cathedral in Green Castle, Eleuthera on Friday from 8:00 p.m. until service time on Saturday.

Funeral Service For Gregory Alexander Dames, 69 affectionately called “Greg”

a resident of #11 Bahama Sound, Exuma, Bahamas who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 at Evangelistic Centre Assemblies Of God, Baillou Hill Road and Vesey Street. Reverend Tyrone L. Sands assisted by Dr. Sean L. Knowles will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Soldier Road.

Greg was predeceased by his father: Allen Dames Sr.; daughter: Stacey Dames; sister: Ravana Dames.

Cherished memories will always linger in the hearts of his mother: Retnilla Dames; daughters: Ulanda Dames, Shagrega (Valentino) Sargent, Sabrina (Leonard), Nakila (Trevor), and Ashley; sons: Antonio Darling, Everette (Gina), Alex Williams and Kiano Rolle; grandchildren: Travontae and Antonie Dames, Romecia Williams, Uriah Pierrulus, Jeremy Rolle, Omarion, Triari, Valeiah Sargent, Lacassio Willams, Leonard Jr., Ashtyn, Marvin Jr., Myles Farrington, Antonia and Amir Darling, Jordash, Everinique, Elexia, Everette Jr., Alexander, Camillie, Jordan and Zion Williams, Joyce, Bella; brothers: Kenneth (Sarah), Allan Jr. (Anya), Leroy (Audrey), Larry (Eleanor), Nowel (Shandella), Kendal (Geraldine), Richard (Shallini) Dames; adopted brother: Perry (Deneyne) Brown; sisters: Patricia (Vincent) Wring, Sheina Dames, Lydia (Brion) Roxbury, Debbieann (Chad) Adderley, Fredrica Dames; companion: Raquel Rolle; uncles: Wilfred Rolle, Hubert Moss, Rev. Patrick Brown, Andre Dames; aunts: Bloneva, Naomi, Sheila, Advilda, Miriam, Rubyann, Jestina, Sandra, Lillymae; nieces and nephews: Shannadoah, Tina, Kendra, Kenneth, Tavares, Elton, Dorian, Jayden, Jordan, Leroy Jr., Torrie, Gevon, Latasha, Noel II, Nicolas, Hollin, Sarah, Kendal Jr. Kavard, Kavana, Alayo, Kenton, Kenyadah, Sean, Bradley, Aleese, Richea, Amanda, Inaru, Brea, Richard Jr., Chadee, Chadelle, Trevor Jr.; grand nieces and nephews: Elia, Ravana, Shannandoah Jr., Theodore, Aaron & Tehya Nixon, Anthony Simms, Ashton, Christian and Makayla Dames; godchild: Monique; godmother: Dolly Saunders; cousins including but not limited to: Phillip, Joshua, Terry, Thomas Sears, Iris Charlton, Vernita Rolle, Olive Morley, Williemae Clarke,Veronica, Charles Rolle, Mavis Collie, Petra, Dellerese Worelle, Dario Moss, Cindy Storr, Calvin, Kenva, Anthony, Nathalee,Theadore, Paul, Linda Adderley, Tanya, Kevin, David Whyms, Patrick, Stacie, Sherika Brown, Demetri, Delwood, Harry, Rochelle, Eurika, Rickie, Kimberly, Yvette, Maurice, Paul Rolle, Dudley, Demetri, Daneel Rolle , Lazandra Perigod (Kendrick), Dian Knight,Dani Rose; extended family

& friends: Robin, Ragina, Raytorie Rolle, Romano Bien-Aime, Reginae Linden, Patrina & Jada Brown, Pascal, (Sandra ) Rolle Berkley Morley, Craig Taylor, Vernal Martin, David Gibson, Wilfred Jr. (Pamela) Rolle; other relatives and friends: Melonie Morley & Family, Rev. John & Betty Rolle, Rev. Tyrone & Virnetta Sands & Family, The Honourable I. Chester Cooper M.P. & Deputy Prime Minister & Family, Staff at Brown’s Auto Marine & Exuma Boat Storage; Ramon, Sherman, Chester, Semoire, Gulf, Spooky, Tanya, Allison, Kierra, Eula Morley, Mary Dames & Family, Etoy Bethel & Family, Marion Bowe & Family, George Cooper, Godfrey, Nigel, Livingston, Linton, Judy (Wade) and the entire Gray Family, Raynard and Brenda North & Family, Cheryl Ranger & Family, Stanley Ranger & Family, David Gibson & Family, Lorana Sears & Family, Marcean Knowles, Dwight Turnquest, Tracey Styles & Family, Albertha Bullard & family, Carrimae Bowe & Family, Richard Demeritte, Theodore, Hakeem, Justin, Glen Jr, Matthew, Jumari, Regina Bullard & Family, Monique Miller, W/CPL. 3846 Jernell Evans, Doctors and Staff of Exuma Medical Clinic, Male Orthopedic Ward and entire Staff of PMH and the entire Island of Exuma.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on Friday from 11:00-6:00 p.m. and at the Church Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to service time.

Death Notice For Yvonne Maria Sands Moss, 68

a resident of Fowler Street East, NewProvidence, Bahamas died on Sunday, April 27, 2025.

She was predeceased by her son: Frankie Symonette.

Her fond memories will live on in the hearts of her husband: Leslie Moss; children: Duane Knowles (Kirsten), Nikolette Elden, Yvette Sands, Lana Burchell, Cameron Adderley, Clementy Moss, Crystal Butler, Mikey Moss, Lakeisha Ferguson; grandchildren: Taran & Tanner Knowles, Alicia Elden, Mary Hudson, Savannah & Leilani Sands, Brooklyn Symonette, Mya, Nathan & Sophia Kissi, Ki-Sean Robinson, Kaily Pratt, Justin P. Hall, Jamal P. Hall, Alphia B. Butler, Aaliyah B. Butler; great grandson: Jamal Hall, Jr.; siblings: Berlene Elden & Chester Sands; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL and will be announced at a later date.

Death Notices For Kenneth Kyle Bain, 32 affectionately called

“K.B.”

a resident of Yamacraw Closed, New Providence, Bahamas died on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

His memory will live on in the hearts of his father: Kenneth Bain Sr.; sisters: Kendice, Nikia and Kristy Bain; brother: Tomiko Bain; aunts: Paula Brown, Celeste Russell, Tina Russell, Patrice Forbes, Cleomie, Theola, Mary, Bettyann, Noralee, Katherine and Patsy; uncles: Keith Forbes, Dwight Forbes, Kenneth Russell and Bernard Bain; special friend: Kathera Nesbit; 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.

Michael Elroy George Marks

went home to the ancestors on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

He was the son of Ulric and Stella Davidson-Marks (both deceased); brother of Marguerite Marks-Clayton (brotherin-law Howard Clayton), Fay Marks, Maureen MarksMendonca (deceased) (brother-in-law Roy Mendonca - deceased) and Francis Marks (deceased) (Sister-in-law Angella).

He is survived by his wife: Edna Leu-a-King-Marks; daughter: Wanda Marks-Deal (son-in-law Yvon Deal); son: Damian Marks (daughter-in-law Emily Graves-Marks); grandchildren: Cairo Deal, Antez Deal and Grayson Marks; nephews: Ishaq Clayton (Reva Jarvis-Clayton), Omari Clayton (Tobey Clayton) and Kadir Marks; niece: Talisa Marks; great nephews: Enzi Clayton, Elliott Clayton and Tieno Marks-Rawlins; great nieces: Carmen Clayton and Caprice Clayton and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and Memorial date will be announced at a later date.

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Fritz Guerrier, 57 affectionately called “Big Boy”

a resident of Alice Town, Bimini, Bahamas will be held at The Transformation Diaspora Church of God, Bimini on Saturday, 3rd May, 2025 at 11:00am. Officiating will be Pastor Teachlet Pierre assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Internment will follow in the Northern Public Cemetery.

Left to cherish his memories are his brothers: Samuel & Emmanuel Giste; adopted sister: Mary; step children: Latoya Dean, Garcio (Lakeia) Marshall, Nyoka (Dexter) Hanna, Guercio Pritchard, Harvette (Gimblee) Mcintosh; nieces & nephews: Grace, Mercy, Shamiya Giste, Leslieann & Joyce Newbold, Dwayne; grandchldren: Lakeithra Russell, Carlos Elvies, Kazzio Brown, Denisha, Desiree, & Dexter Hanna, Ginissa & Gizendee Pritchard, Taleah, Jazarah, Bella Mcintosh, Trinity, Garcio Jr. Georgicio Marshall; other relatives and friends: Pastor Teachlet Pierre, Pastor Davit Petit Homme, Evangelist Mimose & Shadrach Leconte, Darlene Maneus, Estime & Dieunette Durosier, Nozaire Guerrier, The Haitian Community, Alticko Opato, Benson, Ellison & Ellsworth Robins, Bobbyann Rolle, Stephanie Rolle, Peaches Lewis, Faye Storr, Jevon Saunders, Pembrooke Bain, Jason Brennen, Chris Adly, Saslo Johnson, Stanley Stuart Sr. George Martin, Lawerence, Lorenzo Saunders, Michael Roberts, David Rolle, Stephen Sweeting, Jason Williams, Ednol Hanna, Stephen Weech, Corvell Bain, Shannon Harris, Joy Giste, Caren & Oleo Saunders, Olive & Garrett Johnson, Maureen Marshall, Aleese Garland, Aretha Marshall, Georgiann & Will

Burrows, Ronald & Victoria Marshall, William Marshall, Nicola & Bennet Seymour, Diego & Faye Saunders, Martha Stuart, George & Laureen Rolle, Hueleo & Alisa Saunders, Peter Varella Sr. Matt Woonton of Florida, Omaro Bain, Cranishka Pinder, Jeff Dames, Steve Smith, Jervis Stuart, Sean & Lynsey Thompson.

If we inadvertently, left your name please know that it was not our intention and you are loved.

Si nou inadvèrtans, kite non ou tanpri konnen ke se pa entansyon nou epi ou renmen. Mèsi!

Relatives and friends are welcome to pay their last respects at St. Ambrose Funeral Home on (TODAY) Thursday, 1st May, 2025 at 11:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m. Viewing will be held at the church on Friday from 5:00pm-8:00pm and on Saturday from 9:00am until service time.

Death Notice For Henry Randy Rolle, 56

a resident of Hepburn Alley, New Providence, Bahamas died on Friday, 4th April, 2025 at the Princess Margaret Hospital

He is survived by his daughter: Tania Rolle; brothers: McCrann Virgil Johnson, Orlando Miller, Kevin Rolle; sister: Shatania Ferguson; and 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.

Celebration of A Gem Service for

Funeral Service For JOCELYN NORELIEN, 52

Tereko Williams, 30 affectionately called “Dawghead”

a resident of Bacardi Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at First Baptist Church, Market Street on Saturday, 3rd May, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating Pastor Diana Francis assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Internment will follow in the Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery.

He is survived by his father: Shorn Munroe, Sr.; step mom: Nickya Munroe; mother: Theresa Williams; sibilings and their spouses: Emmanuel & Celine Munroe, Seanniqua & Telmage Thompson, Sion & Latrel Nairn, Shanae Johnson, Sion Munroe, Zion Munroe and Shorn Munroe; nieces & nephews: Tamia, Timothy, Nadia, Shavago, K’yon, Londyn, Shiloh, Shamar; uncles: Trevor Munroe, Andrew Munroe, Ben Martin, Ronald Dougy Martin, Zhavargo Martin, Ronald Smokey Martin; aunts: Terry Edgecome, Maggie; cousins: Andrew Jr., Adrain, Aaron, Andy, Angelo, Anthony, Anton, Trevor Jr., Andrea, Trevon, Tahja, Shanna, Remo, Shelly, Zoey, Nicole, Katina, Rachel, Shandira, Carmen, Margaret, Charlene, Garaniesh, Gariesha, Gabriella, Thédisha, Garanique, Kenneth Jr., Kenrick, Shakeil, Mario, KZendico, Walton, Johnaton, Shantol, Stevnetta, Andrio Jr., Keno, Nicolo, Katino, Keetchie, Bantan, Greer, Martin, Latoy, Tasha, Nesha, Margaret McPhee; grand aunts: Pandora, Mildred & Grittle Martin; special friend: Andrelle Smith; friends including: Franz Moss & Family, Kenson Deleus, Dartin Odeus, Wisley, Pierre, Sony, Prospere; special thanks to: Demetrius Thompson and family,Yahweh House of Prayer, Mr. Vaughn Miller; special thanks to: Pastor Thompson and Family, Yahweh House of Prayer.

Relatives and friends are welcome to pay their last respects at St. Ambrose Funeral Home on Friday, 2nd May, 2025 at 11:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.

of Seaview Drive, off East Street South and formerly of Port-dePaix Haiti, will be held on Saturday, May 03, 2025 at 11am at Kemp Road Alliance Church, Kemp Road North. Pastor Rev. Kenel Marcellin, assisted by other Ministers will officiate, burial will be in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads.

The Radiance of this “Pearl of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of his:

One Daughter: Sheesemica Norelien; Four Brothers: Jose Sové, Raoul, Jean Claude and Norjilus Norelien; One Sister: Anelie Norelien; Six Nephews: Fritzner, Jean Maxo, Steeven, John Kerry and Walken Norelien and Daniel Jose; Eighteen Nieces: Adline Marc, Midlene, Ernante, Linda, Sheslove, Hachelande, Dariana, Velouse, Rosemica, Youdeline, Lourdes Nedjie, Roseline, Bendjilove, Bendjina and Phenica Norelien, Lourdi Antoine, Landi and Clerdine Jose, Four Uncles: Acene, Vilaso, Charite and Orest Norelien; Cousins: Echelle, Vilanes, Chelet, Ediane and Cassandra Norelien, Lerisnert and Leromen Lebrun and Ofanel Gedelien; Four Sisters-in-law: Islande Decinis, Velana Lebrun, Islene Dorvilus and Ketlie Jean;

Other Loving Family and Friends Including: Norelien, Branchedor, Jose, Lebrun, Gedelien, Tanis, Pierre G, Jean, Francois and Georges Families.

Public Visitation will be in the “Pearl Suite” Emerald Memorial Mortuary, at Memories Funeral Homes in the Mount Royal Plaza, #85 Mount Royal Avenue North on Friday, May 02, 2025 from 1pm to 4:00pm at Kemp Road Alliance, Kemp Road North on Saturday, May 03, 2025 from 10am.

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Bahamas Customs Revenue Officer

Denise Laverne Knowles-Squire, 60

affectionately called “Nise”

of London Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, 10:00am at Faith Temple Church off Prince Charles Drive, New Providence, The Bahamas. Officiating will be Bishop Carlos Thompson assisted by Ian Williamson. Interment will be in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, Gladstone Road.

Left to cherish her memories are her husband: Huntley Squire; children: Delicia Knowles and Mark Knowles Jr; grandchild: Mijah Knowles; brothers: Gary, Bradley, Soy, Andrew, Michael, Mark & Phillip Darville, Dorian, Cameron, Everette & Brunel Roach; sisters: Stephanie, Ruby, Katie & Sherene Roach; brothers-in-law: Leonard Culmer & John Thompson; sisters-in-law: Sophia Darville, Charlene Darville, Deborah Darville, Crystal Roach & Carla Roach; nieces: Marlia, Somaria, Kara & Kimberly Darville, Leonardette, Lenthera & Trivia Culmer, Lendeisha Hanna, Sheena Thompson, Naomi, Kami, Riche’, E’vette, Davina, Wayneadra, Anastasia & Cutel Roach, Shanika Fernander, Milan & Marcia Knowles; nephews: Michael Jr., Charlton & Kyle Darville, Jacob & Noah Roach, Terrance Sr. & Leonardo Culmer, John Thompson Jr., Malik Knowles; grandnieces and grandnephews: Laiah Lamm, Kenzia Martin, Terri & Shawn Smith Jr. Tavia & Terrance Jr., Anthonesha Ferguson, Larando & Rikai Symonette, Jediah Carey, Taiden & Tatum Culmer, Kaydence, Kaiyanne & Kimani Hanna, Kayden Stubbs, Raelyn Davis, Jamahla Moss, Ojay Roach, Shawnae Bethel, Sai Hunt, Kayla & Unique Thompson, Tanika Connell; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Karole Roach & family, Karolyn Cherry & family, Rupert Roach & family, Iramon Roach & family, Shawn Roache & family, Coralee Lightbourne & family, Rev. Brenda Dames & family, Rev. Valerie Mullings & family, Deaconess Ferguson and family, Cecilia Christie, Bernice Johnson, Shirley Turnquest, Crystal Brown, Shareefah Adderley, Lothario Johnson, Perceile Christie & family, Sharon Gibson & family, Julie Santiago, Arementha Curry, Father Shazzasbazzar Turnquest & family, Natasha Turnquest, Andrea Turnquest, Deon Darville, Roscoe Darville & family, Monica, Minette & Winsome Darville, The Squire family, Dellarese Hinsey & family, Mark & Tadia Knowles, Shantell & Tina Cargill, Shanderia Rolle & family, Elizabeth & Gaja Parks, Matice Rolle, Doreen Bowleg & family, Betty Dames & family, Marvalyn Fertilien & family, Nurse Vestra Forbes, Kerlin King & family, Suzanna Brown & family, Cherry Hepburn & family, Sheva Rolle, Dyanza Lamm Jr, Zerlena

Williams,Daron Rollins, Reba Laramore, Daphne Rahming and Lakeisha Carey, Margarette Joseph & family, Cleopatra Russell & family, Kayla & Mario Ferguson, Dwayne (Butch) Deveaux, Jasmine & Nevielle Sands, Richard and Nekita Wood & family, Annette Munroe, Glenda Hall, Camille Duncanson, Christine Curry, Deon Morris, Jessica Cunningham & family, Ian Corbell & family, The graduating class of C.I. Gibson 1979, The graduating class of R.M. Bailey 1982, The Bahamas Customs Department especially the class of 1991, Eva Hilton Primary Family, The Royal Bahamas Defense family and a host of others relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Viewing will be held in the Celestial Suite on Friday at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited form 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 8:30am until service time.

Dimitri’s Julian Kemp, 6

of Wulff Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 3, 20025, 2:00pm at Miracle Faith Praying Station Apostolic Ministries, Marshall Road. Officiating will be Bishop Damien Fox-Gibson assisted by Other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery Cowpen and Spikenard Roads.

Memories will forever linger in the hearts of his father: Deon Kemp Jr.; mother: Garanicee Lazare; sibling: Alyssa Kemp; grandmother: Elvis E. Kemp, Monica Verna Lazare; grandfathers: Kevin Cunningham Sr., Deon Kemp and Gary Lazare; great grandmothers: Natalie Pinder, and Angela Demeritte; great grandfather: Lester Demertis; grand aunts: Staffie Worrell, Angela Grant, Jane Albury, Dr. Mervie Knowles, Claire Fox and Andrea Russell; grand uncles: Garcia Worrell Jr., Bishop Damien Fox-Gibson, Willard Fox, Joseph Fox, Donnie Fox and Destry Fox; aunts: Janell Russell, Teyaler Kemp D’andra Kemp, Dionna Kemp, Nina Roberts, Monica, Alexandria, Kalicia & Katia Cunningham; uncle: Kevin Cunningham Jr., Demico Kemp Sr., Carmeo Russell, Rashad McQueen, Gavin Lazare; cousins: Trevor Grant , Tristian Clarke, Celina Kemp, D’andre Kemp, Demico Kemp Jr., T’shonn Roberts, Naquanne Robert’s, Janique Roberts, Noah, Carmeo Russell Jr., Jahnaisa, Jahmarion; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Viewing will be held on Friday in the Celestial Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary & Crematorium Limited Robinson & Soldier Roads from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the church from 12:30pm until service time.

Ulean Roslyn Henfield, 76 affectionately called “Momma”

of Springfield & Davis Streets, Fox Hill, New Providence and formerly of Inagua, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, April 26, 2025.

She is survived by her sons: Leon (Audrey) Black and Kenton (Lashandra) Black; daughters: Nikiter and Saskia Black, Sharlen and Sharlese Henfield; siblings: Patronella “Pat”, Branford, Dwight, Vester, Judy, Tony, Troy, Baldwin, Terrance, Graham and Val Henfield, Alvera Knowles and Carimenda Ferguson; adopted sons: Dario Pinder Sr. and Odell; grandchildren: Jomar and Tangelique Scavella, Je’za Carey, Dario Pinder Jr., Peyton Black, Daja Johnson, Seth King, Johnette Rolle, Bradston Knowles, Shanaz and Shemar Winters and Deshawn; great grandchildren: Alexio Bain, Jzon Scavella and Daria Pinder 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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Herbert Johnson Smith, 68 affectionately called “Silver”

of Cameron Street off Blue Hill Road North, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025.

He is survived by his one and only brother: Alfred V Johnson; sons: Herbsomola and Delano Johnson; grandson: Jarmel Johnson; sisters-in -law: Joann Johnson and Laura Smith; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends especially Fr. Keith Cartwright and Fr. Bethel.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Retired Assistant Commissioner of Police

of Kiskadee Drive, Tropical Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

He is survived by his wife: Janet Lightbourn; numerous children including: Kendall Lightbourn Jr., Keno Lightbourn and Kenjanessa Lightbourn-Edgecombe; brothers: Kirkand, Martin, Kenneth Sr., Ricardo Lightbourn and Mario Lightbourn; sisters: Altemese Austin, Marie, Rosita, Tonya and Rochelle Lightbourn, Ellen Pyten, Barbara Bethel and Emmeritta Munroe; numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Basil Miller Jr., 60

of Fortune Village, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday April 25, 2025.

He was predeceased by his father: Basil Miller Sr.; sister: Annalise Miller

He is survived by his mother: Nathalie Miller; son: Basil (Revette) Miller III; daughters: Andira and Ajee Miller and Misty Fitzgerald; sibling: Stacey Roberts; grandchildren: Antonae, Basil IV and Brent Miller, Sandi Reid and A’miyah Innis; beloved companion: Beryl Ferguson and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Death Notices For

Prince Cargill, 90

of Mastic Point, North Andros, Bahamas died at the Nicholl’s Town Clinic, Andros on Friday, April 25, 2025.

He is survived by his daughter: Valderine (Wilfred) Burrows; sons: Tommy, Danny, Lynden (Bernadette) and Mannix (Shanrise) Cargill; sisters: Catherine Minnis and Gina Newton; numerous grand and great grand children a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Redwin Gustavious Johnson, 73

of Cedar Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas and formerly of Pineridge, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died on Monday, April 21, 2025 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

He is survived by his sons: Bernard Sawyer and Arlington Sands; daughter: Sharon JohnsonWildgoose; siblings: Netherene & Bishop Reuben Johnson, Ronald Russell, Veronica Bain, Marjorie Taylor, Bently, Naydine, Novia Higgs, Linkin, Keith, Stacy and Kingsley Johnson; grandchildren: Sharanda Russell, Calisha Roberts, Camron Gibson, Lebron and Jahronique Gibson, Bernard and Breanna Sawyer 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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Deshawn Desmond Grant, 19

of Gregory Town, Eleuthera, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, 10:30am at St. Gregory Catholic Church, Gregory Town, Eleuthera, Bahamas. Officiating will be Msgr. John Johnson. Interment will be in the Gregory Town Public Cemetery, Gregory Town, Eleuthera.

Left to cherish his memories are his mother: Shonalee Forbes; father: Desmond Grant; grandparents: Benistina Johnson Steven Forbes Jennamae Grant; brothers: Damaris, Desmond Jr, Darrius, Desirea Grant; sister: Jenny Grant; aunts: Royanne Roxbery-Bannister, Eltoya Rolle, Margo Forbes Tilatha Grant, Rosetta, Shelia Calixte, Rowena Johnson; uncle: Domique Roxbery, Etric Bannister Jr., Delroy Roxbery (predeceased) Dillian Grant; grandaunts: Helen, Susan, Deborah, Margo Forbes, Valencia Strachan, Patsy Merily, Andrea, Sharlene, Shmmie, Gina, Sippanie, Bianca, Rosebud, Delaressee and Meechie Grant; grand uncles: Philip, Michael, Andy, Forbes. Marco Calixte Sr, Trevor Johnson; cousins: Saeed Burrows, Hayden, Brice, Etric I, Etric II, Etric III, Kymani Bannister, Christopher Grant, Tori Roberts, Marco Jr., Faith, Marcia, Charity, Destine Calixte, Sheena Evans-Styles [Philip] Symeka Dawkins [Donavon], Philippa Rolle [Harold] Deandra, Adeia-Nadia, Shakera, Amein Burrows, Amber, Ashleigh, Meredith, Giovanni, Doyle, Khouri, Gaton, Valentino Forbes, Amaezja Lee, Tiavona-Mia Kemp, Philena Styles, Seanalee Minns, Seandeia Minns, Skylar, Lazario Cornish, Sean Minns Jr., Seantino Minns, Ahmani Lee, Maxton Savere, Harmony Rolle, Bryson, Oryan Forbes, Hayden Rolle, Jason, Garvin, Anastasia, Vashity, Dengelo, Diangalique, Breon, Brenton, Garvinique, Gia, Chalice, Derenique, Edrico, Deajah, Gveyah, Gvanyah, Tariah,Tj, Gianna Johnson and a host of other relatives and friends.

Viewing will be held at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited in Gregory Town, Eleuthera on Friday from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:00 am until service time.

Valerie Louise Hardy, 71

of Central Pines, Abaco and formerly of Sandy Point, Abaco, Bahamas died on Saturday, April 26, 2025.

She is survived by her children: Melissa Newbold, John, Vanessa, Serena and Cassandra Hardy; grandchildren: Faron Jr. and Falone Newbold, Donte Zilma, Victoria Hardy, Shiloh and Brianna Strachan, Jack Edgecombe, Alissa and Nathan Swain, Jamia and Ethan Green, Kyle Jones, Hajjah, Johnathan, John, Ashanti and Gabrielle Hardy; great grandchildren: Selene Newbold and Zyden Hardy; siblings: Benjamin Pinder, Monica Adderley, Beatrice (Quebel) Rolle, Leanza Beneby, Simeon (Raquel) Pinder, Cathy (Nephtali) Green, Deborah (Dan) Benavides and Patrece (David) Williams; sisters-in-law: Estelle Pinder and Theresa Haynes; best friend: Lena Burrows and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Racquel Sophia Ferguson, 50

a resident of Union Village, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Annex Baptist Church, Pinedale and Wluff Road, New Providence, Bahama on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Apostle Rev. Mitchel Jones. assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas.

She is survived by her mother: Sandra Rahming; step father: Mervin Rahming Sr.; father: Rudolph Ferguson; step mother: Florie Ferguson; children: Rakeim Ferguson, Taihisha Ferguson, Mariah Carey & Richard Smith Jr.; grandchildren: Cashanique Rolle, Valencia Turnquest, Keimyah Ferguson & Kevon Wright Jr.; grandmother: Joanna Brown; special friend: Richard Smith Sr.; sisters: Lathera Ferguson, Rukeisha Ferguson, Nacordia Ferguson, Toyika Ferguson, Krystal Ferguson, Gia Malakius, Deandre Rahming Ferguson, Patrice Ingraham; brothers: Mervin Rahming Jr., Kelson Ferguson Sr., Dino Frazer & Nickita Sweeting, Jokwohn Ferguson, Rachald Ferguson, Travon Ferguson, Fred Davis, John Ingraham & Glenroy Hanna; uncles: Kingsley (Sheila) Black, Elder Stephen (Lydia) Sands, Prince (Betsy) Mitchell, Carlton Brown, Andrew and Robert Black; aunts: Orilee (Leonard) Duncanson, Carmie (Neutal) Rolle, Sandra Moss, Patient Care Associate Donna Powell of Fort Lauderdale, Ulean Mitchell, Calvise (Everydon) Clarke, Melony (Rev. Kenny) Mitchell, Georgina (Tyrone) Wilson, Willice (Tyrone) Saunders, Norma Black Rolle and Family; grand uncles & grand aunts: Vanrea Munroe, Bursil Munroe, Arthur (Monica) Brown, Labon and Nora Brown, Mary Collie and Family, Idelle Brown and Family, James Neilly and Family; nephews: Trevon Collie Sr., Kelson Ferguson Jr., Latarriano Roberts, Jamal Edgecombe, Kyle Malakius, Diego & Sean Rahming, Donavon Harris, Jameko and lashad Ingraham; nieces: Deashia Miller, Lattaria Butler, Ajene’ Rolle Lightbourn, Ashley Mackey, Faith Malakius, Kris Malakius, Sydney Rahming, Sky Ferguson, Tamara Gibson; cousins: Appakaesha, Mariontte Neilly and Family, Laura, Jermaine, Shantell and Keyran Moss, Payton, Camronique, Shawn Jr., Zaviar, Sylvia, Keva, Ashley, Janay and George Munroe, Tiffany, Amare, Antone Scott, Shawn Major Sr., Denise Smith, Clement Johnson and

Children, James (Barbara) Pratt and Family, Edward Pratt and Family, Levi McPhee, Adrian Rolle, Justin, Delano, Delano, Devon, Terry Brown, Angelo Kingsley Jr., Travis, Kahiladonis and Kareem Black, Kemell Rodriguez, Carlos Boswick, Amello and Rollington Sands, Monique Poitier, Presca Mitchell, Everinique and De’naje Clarke, Monalisa Bain, Mahogany Pierre, Daniel Padilla, Telesha Taylor, Tyrino, Tohaje and Taegan Wilson, Elkino and Phillicia Mitchell, Carlisa, Belle and Kayra Brown, Sharvin, Brittany, Basil, Paige and Brooke MacDonald, Crystal Bostwick, Kyle Martin, Nicola Fynes and Family, Monique Burrows and Family, Tia Burrows and Family, Gerard Burrows and Family, Marina Burrows, Larry, Brandon, Alyssa Burrows and Family, Nicara, Jonique, Nikayla & Nicarrio; god children: Drevon Huyler, Yoshika Whylly, Shania Harris, Glendysha Hanna & Dexta Horton Jr.; adopted children: Neko Brown, Shanique Moss, Shanell & Slyvanus Williams, Marvanique James, Tevin Rolle, Lashay & Leevanya Archer, Williamson Garsonville, Kenron Sweeting, Latesha Sands & Kamron Scott; best friends: Anishka Martin & Keisha Bonimy; close friends: Zack, Erica, Leann, Jessica, Tammy, Nicolette, Latina, Shantell, Shamardo, Antoionette, Geneva, Italia, Sharnell, Devon, Dario, Darlene, Elroy, Dellerese, Henry, Cherene, Cherese, Mena, Gary, Larry, Ednol Jr., & Claudette Wilson, Remmington, Naromy, Wesley & Tangy Miller, Robert, Jermaine, Mark, Aliyah, D’arron, Larise, Renaldo Rolle Special Groups and Organizations – The Munroe Family, The Ferguson Family, the entire Union Village, Pinedale and Peardale Community Family, Conch Sound Community Family, The Annex Baptist Church Family, New Kind Transformation Ministries International Family, Highway Church of God Windsor Place Family, New Mount Pisgah Trinity Baptist Church Family, Harvest Discipline Church Family, Baptist Bible Church Family, Mt. Paran Baptist Church Family, C. I. Gibson Class of 1991, St. John’s Class of 1992, Nagico Insurances, Bahamar, Enve Lounge, The Patmor Group of Companies, CIBC First Caribbean International Bank, the entire Lower Bogue Community Family, The Wright Family, Menu Masters Customers, The Nike Crew, Hepburn Alley Family, The Smith Family, The Hunter Family, Veronica Mackey and Family, The Frazer Family, The Canton Family, Deacon Cecil Knowles, Nurse Bonita Simms, Mount Sinai Medical Center, Eternal Rest Mortuary, Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence, The Bahamas on Friday, May 2, 2025 from 10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For

Mr. Eli Alonza Thompson, 83

a resident of Montell Heights, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Ebenezer Mission Baptist Church, Charles Vincent Street, New Providence, The Bahamas on Saturday, 3rd May, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

Officiating will be Pastor Michael J. Symonette assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Internment will follow in the Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life and Solider Roads, New Providence, The Bahamas.

He is survived by his wife: Victoria Thompson; children: Maedon, Pandora, Alphonzo and Ishmael Thompson, Henrietta Cash, Katie McPhee and Alpheus Kemp; sisters: Louis Deveaux, Rebecca and Miriam Goodman, Linda Newbold; brother: Henry Smith; sisters-in-law: Doris Thompson, Margret Lynes, Sherene and Judy Gaitor; brother-in-law: Claudy and George Gaitor; daughter-inlaw: Lauralee Kemp; god children: Paul Adderley, Pauline Pinder and Josehpharden; grandchildren: Jerome and Marco Cash, Jamal Bowles, Tessarina Elvado and Nehemiah Rolle, Keno Emmanuel, Renee Deveaux, Lorenzo, Indira, James Jr., Lamond and Giovanni Stubbs, Kerio Kristi, Marvin, Trinée, Steven, Shanell, Shakia, Christen, Damel, Shaquille, La’Toya and Ishmael Jr. Thompson, Tamika Wilson, Ricard, Jerry, Valerie, Karen, Yvonne, Yoshibell Dijon and Tirell Emmanuel, Jerome Renaldo and Allyson Kemp; and a host of great grandchildren and great great grandchildren too numerous to mention; nieces: Mizpah and Norma Francisco, Julia Smith Rochelle Hunt, Franceta Miller Sharon, Laverne and Wendy Thompson, Dianne Reid, Joanne Gibson Merciline Sweeting Kevan, Joan Grant, Georgiana Rozandra and Roshanda Thompson Sharon Pratt and Kelphine Goodman; nephews: Aaron and John Thompson, Delbert and Gilbert Goodman, Thomas Francois, Tracy, Edison and Noel Pratt, Alexis, Kenny and Jason Newbold, Charles and Glen Adderley, Ernest Bethel, Earl and Robert Parker, Alphonzo Goodman, Dannard Anderson and Wilfred Sands; other relatives & friends: Carlene, Bernadette, Deborah Bannister,

Anthony Rolle, Judy Smith, Servardo and Sergio Henfield, Dave Knowles, Eula Butterfeild, Audrey Beneby, Josphine McKinney, Maria Robins, Alfred Kemp, cCmmonwealth Masons O.E.S and Love & Charity Deep Creek Community, Wemyss Bight Community, Rum Cay Community, Montell Heights Community, Rev. Michael Symonette & Ebenezer Mission Baptist Church and The Friday Night crew.

Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary,#244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence, The Bahamas on Friday, 2nd May, 2025 from 10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m and again at the church on Saturday, 3rd May, 2025 from 9:00 a.m until service time.

Death Notice For Dereck Rahming, 66

affectionately called “Carpenter”

a resident of Lily of the Valley, Market Street, New Providence, Bahamas died on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at his residence.

He was predeceased by his daughter: Sherkera Brennen; mother: Brenhilda Brown; father Osbourne Rahming.

He is survived by his 2 sons: Quintene and Dexter Brennen; 1 daughter: Darlene Brennen; 5 brothers: Charles, Donald, Jeffrey, Preston and Patrick Rahming; 1 sister: Jocelyn Rahming; 1 uncle: Shervin Brown; 10 grandchildren: Shannon, Shandia, Kenol, Q’vette, Q’bell, Q’nero, Q’hanna, Q’nell, Empress, Brennen and Alexander Rolle; 1 great grandchild: Kemari Curry; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Death Notices For

Sharmain Parsons, 57

a resident of Brighton Drive, Regency Park, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Deep Creek, Eleuthera, Bahamas, died at the Rand Memorial Hospital on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

She is survived by her husband: Cleveland Parsons; children: Lashanda Rahming, Tavaris Bonaby, Jeffery Storr; grandchildren: Tavaris Bonaby Jr., Tavaria Bonaby, Summer Storr; mother: Miriam Gibson; adopted mother: Elizabeth Joanne Knowles; sisters: Sharlene Storr, Glenda Storr-Hagin, Carolyn Rolle-Storr; brothers: Alvin Bain, Father Rodrick Bain, Terrence, Troy, Dwayne and Dario Storr; adopted sisters: Vernetta Kemp, Reumae Knowles; adopted brother: Reudon Knowles; aunts: Merlene and Elvera Munnings, Nathelie Anderson, Althea Gibson, Sedricka Russell, Vernie Johnson, Portia Jones, Lorretta Storr, Patricia Curry; uncles: Winton Gibson, Cedric Gibson, Wilmore Gibson, Richard “Nump” Gibson, Carman Gibson, Gregory Storr, Herssel Storr; grand aunts: Inez Swan, Pauline Grey; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous too mention at this time.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Oscar Thomas, 56

a resident of Fox Town, Abaco, Bahamas, died at the Fox Town Community Clinic, Abaco, Bahamas on Friday, April 25, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Patricia Moxey-Thomas; children: O’Clea Thomas, Destiny Thomas; grandchild: Pharon Allen; adopted children: Chekhovian, Alphonso Jezreel, Deja, Derek, Akeem, Jeffrey, Renaldo, Zeneca Cornish, Sherbert, Leslie, Kyle, Quintero and Quintiera, Rashad; father: Arnold Thomas; sisters: Sharon Rolle, Mollyann Saunders; brothers: Perry Thomas (Kevie), Carlton (Sharon) and Ricardo (Jovanna) Thomas,; mother and father-in-law: Margaret Moxey and Cyril Pennerman; sisters-inlaw: Nicole Moxey, Tina Moxey, Correen Pennerman; brothers-inlaw: Aaron Penn, Kevin, Devin and Oris”OJ”; uncles: Reginald (Princess), Leaneth (Deborah), McIntosh, Min. Hayward (Min. Mildred) and Hermis Thomas, Jerry Russell and Sidney Green; grand aunts: Louise Lewis and Lottie Russell; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous too mention at this time.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Services For

Charmantine St. Fleur, 74

of Hepburn Town, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, 10:00am at Church of God of Prophecy, Pine Dale, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Barry Morris assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Cremation will follow.

She is survived by her sons: David (Fallon) Marcelus, McKenzie (Shantel) Thomas; daughters: Annette Marcellus, Bernadette (Edmund) Johnson, Chiquita (Romeo) Romer, Ilene, Sharon and Sandra Williams; grandchildren: Lashawna, Nieisha, Bernard (BJ), Da-Nayah, Da-Nahjrae, David Jr., Dailon, Dariyah & Damarah Marcellus, Vance & Valique Bar, Romeo Jr. & Cornielus Romer, Rhiame, Geovano, Memmaline & Trevonya Williams, Drecka & Derriniqua Hupburn, Oman, Audrica, Audrick Colebrooke Jr., Terrel Ferguson, Ashanti Louis, Carltia Mott and Jeremy Culmer, Javano, Bullard; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Viewing will be held in the “Royal Suite” at Westside Memorial Mortuary, Hanna Hill, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama on Friday, May 2, 2025, from 12:00 noon to 6:00pm.

Nicola Natasha Hepburn, 50

of #3 Lincoln Close, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, 11:00a.m at St. John’s Native Baptist Church, Ponce De Leon and Coral Road, Freeport Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Rev. Owen Hanna assisted by Rev. Harrison Butler. Interment will follow at West Gate Memorial Garden, Hawksbill GB.

She was predeceased by her sister: Tiffany Hepburn-Rahming.

She is survived by her mother: Pauline Cunningham-Hepburn; step father: Edney Hepburn; father: Lionel Creighton; children: Jermaine Thompson and Janique Rolle-Russell (Tayjoure Russell); adopted daughter: Jarell Kemp; grandchildren: Jai Thompson and Jhene Thompson; sisters: Wendy, Ureka & Shandell Hepburn, Justina Hepburn-Arthur (Paul Arthur), Natalie Hepburn-McHardy, Jackie Hepburn- Sturrup (Victor Sturrup), Florence Hepburn-Charlton (Walter Charlton), Pat, Maxine and Stacey Ann Creighton; brothers: Edney (Sasha), Anthony, Andrew (Lakeisha), Trevor, Lavardo and Demetry Hepburn; nieces: Khadijah Rahming, Ednesha Hepburn, Zaria and Zanae Arthur, Ashanti and Christanae Thompson, Ariya Hepburn, Antonique and Antonae Hepburn, Miracle, Mya and Morecka Rahming; nephews: Parez and Donya Roberts, Travaughn Nicholls, Paul Authur Jr., Stephon, Marley and Samuel Rahming, Andrew Hepburn Jr.; grand nephew: Ayden Roberts; grand niece: Paris Roberts; aunts: Violet Cunningham, Eva and Marlyn Samuels; uncle: Donald Greene; cousins: Jeffery Rayne, Mark and Mazziah Samuels, Malachi and Matthew Samuels, Jamaal Hepburn, DeShawn and Vickera Sturrup; godmother: Sharon Heild; godsister: Avion Laing; and a host of other relatives and friends including but not limited to; special friends: Toni Williams, Helen Hepburn, Tracy Knowles, Tronece Williams, Kelly Coleby, Gia Rolle, Jasmine Thompson, Roshawn Rolle, Ricardo Pickstock, Renel Renae, Linda Johnson, Judnera Williams, Perissa Williams, Ruby Campbell, Deidra Stewart, Ursula Outten; sincere gratitude to: Rev. & Lady Owen Hanna and the Sonship Faith Ministries Family, Pastor & Lady Strachan, Minister Michael Pintard and the Marco City Constituency, the Physicians, Nurses and Staff of the Rand Memorial Hospital, Bartlett Hill Primary School Family, Mr. & Mrs. Sherlin Woodside & Family, St. John’s Native Baptist Church.

Viewing will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the church from 9:30am until service time

Death Notices for RELANDO

LEONARDO AMEINANDO McINTOSH, 47

of Fox Hill Road North, died at his residence on Sunday, 27th April, 2025.

He is survived by his Wife: Chelsey McIntosh; Daughter: Serenity McIntosh; Sisters: Valerie Mitchell, Denika McIntosh, Raquel and Stacy Rolle; Brothers: Dennis Turnquest, Kareem and Jamal Rolle; Grand mother: Anthea McIntosh; numerous aunts and uncles, and a host of other relatives and friends including, the Baker Boys family.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

of Taylor Street, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, April 27th, 2025.

He is survived by his Wife: Charleese Dean; numerous sisters, including: Karisma and Shanea Dean; numerous brothers, including: Anthony Dean, Michael Bullard and Roosevelt Dulcio; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice for

Death Notice for MICHAEL IVOR CLARIDGE, 42

of Butler’s Way, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, 23rd April, 2025.

He is survived by his Wife: Vandrea Naomi McKinney; Children: Vanessa, Michaela, and Judah Claridge, and Zamira Swann; Parents: Joy and Samuel Burrows; Adopted mothers: Finetha Taylor and Ernestine McKenzie; Father-in-law: Clement McKinney; Siblings: Elmer (Tanya) Lowe, Richard (Lateasha) Lowe, Samuel Jr. (Christella) and Matthew Burrows, Dwight Miller, Melcus Armbrister, Lisa Simmons of Atlanta, Lynden Tinker, Trevor Armbrister, Cecil Armbrister III of North Lauderdale, Natasha Pyfrom, Sherelle Miller of Orlando, Nakisha Thomas of Apopka, Marchello Armbrister of Hollywood, Jay Armbrister, Ira Strachan, Cecile of Tampa and Chelsea Armbrister of Tallahassee and Montez Armbrister; sistersin-law: Valda (Phillip) Sturrup of Fort Lauderdale and Valencia McKinney; Brother-in-law: Clement McKinney Jr. of Canada; Adopted sisters: Tamia Carrol, Phillippa Augstave, Dr. Tina Bethel; Adopted brothers: Jomar Miller, Merciduie Pierre, Mario Augstave, Wallace (Joiclyn) Taylor and Paul Thomas; Aunts: Sherrill Pletscher, Crystal (Robert) Jagger, Catherine Wall, Mavis Hutchison, Lula Mae Greaves; uncles: Donald Armbrister and Garth Ferguson; Grand aunts: Judy Marshall of England and Donna Butcher; Grand uncles: Angelo Roker of South Carolina and Peter Roker.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

TYRONE NESBITT, 67

of #5 Young Street, East Street, who died at his residence on Monday, April 28th, 2025.

He survived by his Wife: Patricia Nesbitt; Daughter: Venessa Russell; Grandchildren: Yadaeyo Stubbs, Dealoneique Stubbs and Zovia Harris; Sister: Barbara Bullard; Brother: Charles Nesbitt; Nieces: Senior Justice Cheryl Grant-Thompson, Attorney Dellareese Grant, Attorney Anishka Missick, Wellisia BullardCox, Wellbrianne Bullard, Shenecca Rolle, Terryl Nesbitt, Nadia Grant and Lydia Grant; Nephews: Wellington, Wellrick, Wellrone Bullard, Dwight Grant, Michael and Antonio Nesbitt, Phillip Pinder Jr., Darrentino Pinder, Dentry Brown, Chief Petty Officer Rashano Russell; Brothers-in-law: John Henry Russell and Elgin Russell; Sister-in-law: Jennifer Nesbitt and Tamara Pinder; Grand-daughters: Va’Daeya, Dealo’Nique & Zovia; 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.

Funeral Services for

OLIVE DAWKINS-ROLLE,

88

of New Bight Cat Island, who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, April 14th, 2025. Service will be held on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 at The Church of God of Prophecy, Carmichael Road at 11:00 a.m.

Officiating will be Pastor Stephen Greene, Assisted by Melvin Lundy. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, J.F. Kennedy and Gladstone Road.

She is survived by her, Adopted Daughter: Judymae Mitchell; Adopted Son: Newton Dawkins; Nephews: Bishop Christopher Minnis, District Elder Anthony Mitchell, Charles Mitchell, Frank and Solomon Rolle, Clifford, Terry, Karl Jr., Lorenzo, and Cheo Dawkins; Nieces: Joycelyn Ambrose, Elder Marsha King, Sherryann Major, Joan Seymour, Lindor Rahming, Kimberline Wallace, and Patricia Miller (Freeport, Bahamas); Sisters-in-law: Mother Gloria and Mother Mary Dawkins; Nieces-in-law: Elder Melony Minnis, Esther, and Monique Mitchell; Cousins: The Hon. Prime Minister Philip ‘Brave’ Davis, Elsie Dawkins, Louise Meadows, Harom Mackey, Obie Rolle, Laser Rolle, Mazie Simmons, Tezerine Gray, Monica Hart, Adeline Burrows, Rose Major, Luseal Smith, Martha Smith, Charles Smith and Family, Joeann Wells and Family, Pastor Harry and Rhodo King and Family, Pastor Christopher and Olive King and Family, Pastor Joyann Mackey and Family, Pastor Archelous and Unis Burrows and Family, Pastor Sandra Bowles and Family; God children: Wendy Rolle, Dexter Seymour, and Kirklyn Burrows; Other Relatives and Friends including: Boy Hart and Family, Marlin Brown and Family, Marline Williams, Rodney Wells, Betsey Russell, Allen Russell and Family, Pastor Bradley Russell and Family, Ezra Russell and Family, Cheo and Bria Dawkins and Family, Sidney Moss and Family, Nora and Philippa Rolle and Family, Pat and Clinton Miller and Family (Freeport, Grand Bahama), the Dawkins Family, the Pinder Family, the Wilkinson Family, Bahamas Bus and Truck Staff, the Doctors and Nurses at Princess Margaret Hospital, Female Surgical Ward #2, and the entire community of Old Bight, Cat Island.

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 Thursday and again at the Church from 10:00 a.m to service time on Friday.

Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.

MARIE SEVERE, 78

of Hampster Road, Faith Avenue and formerly of Cape Haiti, who died at her residence on Monday, March 31st, 2025. Service will be held on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 at Cousin McPhee Cathedral, Carmichael Road at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Ranford Patterson, Assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Soldier Road.

She is survived by her Daughter: Lolita Francois; Sons: Rowlins Syphrael, Amilius Syphrael; Adoptive Daughter: Jenny and Cindy; Adoptive Grand Daughter: Molly; Grand Daughter: Patricia Leroy, Tamara Leroy, Tylen Dort, Thamaika Syphrael, Fredelande, Maliha Syphrael, Darline Syphrael, Ermidjyne Syphrael; Grand Sons; Deangelo Armbrister, Chance Scott, Alensley, Kerby, Hans Roodley Joachim; Great Grand Daughters: Francka, Talia, Leonicka, Taliya Toussaint, Haliya Toussaint; Great Grand Sons: Wilmick; Cousins: Rosette Durena, Gina Francois, Shandalene Durena, Caneisha Pierre, David Bein-Aime, Gabrielle Trompe Kettelie Cadet, Patrick Cadet, Rosetha Dellormes, Billy Cadet, Ronald Camille; Son-in-law: Walles Francois; Daughter-in-law: Nadege Wallace; and a host of other Relative & Friends: Ovens Isaac, Elise, Ketley Prezil, Henry Thomas, Jocelin Andre, Dieucel, Timae.

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 Friday and again at the Church from 10:00 a.m to service time on Saturday.

Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.

Death Notices For

Granville Anthony McKenzie, 80

a resident of Cordia Crest, Foxdale Subdivision, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Barraterre, Exuma, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, April 22nd, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Joan McKenzie; children: Sean, Kimberley, Constanzia, Deon, Darren and Alex McKenzie; son-in-law: Chief Petty Officer Andre Newbold; grand children: Shakeva and Shavon Bethel, Lynardo, Tashaun, Aaliyah, Alexandria, Alexander, Nathan, Alexia, Santino, Felicity, Deron, Deonte, Dekairi McKenzie, Shantivia Bain, Jadin Albury, Kaa’ndra, Andre Jr., Anton, Deandre, Kaiden Newbold, Darion Smith; great grandchildren: David Nicholas, Skylar and Jovardo Thompson Jr., Theon Hall Jr., Deangelo Jr., Amari Powell, Walter Young III, Ni’kai Bethel, Ronae Williams, Richard and Richanti Hall; brothers: Roylston McKenzie; sisters: Sharon and Lisa McKenzie and Maxine Poitier; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Dereck Buster Smith, 43

a resident of Dorsett Street, Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas, died on Thursday, April 17th, 2025.

He is survived by his mother: Jestina Rolle; father: Peter Smith; daughters: Derrinique, Derranequa, Kailey, Derecka Smith; special friend: Tracy Morley; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

PETER MAXWELL BOWE, 95

a resident of Seagrape Avenue, Seabreeze, will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 03 2025. at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, West Street North, Nassau, The Bahamas. Officiating will be the Most Reverend Archbishop Patrick C. Pinder, S.T.D., C.M.G., K.C.*H.S. assisted by Fr. Jay Cartwright, Fr. Glen C. Nixon and Deacon Vincent Mungai. Interment will follow at The Eastern Cemetery Shirley Street.

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He is predeceased by his wife Mildred Bowe; son: Andrew Peter Bowe and daughter-in-law, Kerry V. Bowe, grandsons: Daehn and Hugh Tyler Bowe and Avril Elcock Major, niece.

He will be lovingly remembered by his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren: Andrew and Kerry Bowe (both deceased) - Lorca Bowe, Akiri Bowe, Ria, and Kerry Grace, and Chelsea Bowe; Ruth Bowe-Darville – Ian-Marie, Rev’d, Eric Miller and Charlotte; Michael Darville, Dr. M N’Tari Darville, Yolanda and Maya Darville; Giovanni, Cicely and Judah Darville; and Kristen and Sherwin Gardiner; Adrian and Theresa Bowe - Adrian Giani, Hailey, Adrian Jr. Skye, Tyler, Japhet, Kimani, Kareem and Jasmin, Kahree and Kareem Bowe Jr.; Xavier, and Xavier Jr.; Graham Mia and Sanya McIntosh; Tyler Bowe; Corey, and Peter III; Christopher and Valdez Bowe – Christopher O. and Monique Bowe, Christopher, Colin and Meghan Bowe: Christal and Kenyon Carroll and Kai Carroll; Cheryl Bowe-Moss - Obiecheryl and Clyde Bowleg and Lamar and Lamia Taylor, Tyrell Rolle, Clyde Bowleg Jr.;, Alicia, Amari and A’Leah Bain, Ashley and Kerri, Stephen Moss; Dr. Melvern Bowe and James Williams-Caylen and Joia Trotman, Ava, Caleb and Cierra-Rose Trotman and Llondon Armbrister; Jomel Barr; Carol Dianne and Badley Watson - Bradley and Hebron Watson and Dominic Rigby; Claudette and Brian Davis - Blaire and Paige Davis. Adopted Children: Anne Baptiste (New York), Whitfield and Racquel

Neily and family; Sister: Theresa Williams; Sisters-in-law: Verna Elcock and Bessie Bowe. Other Relatives and Friends: Families of the late Richard E. Johnson, Jr., Emma and Stanley Bethel, Cecil and Dorothy Bowe, Burke and Thomasina Bowe, Theus and Hilton Bain, Anita Strachan, Samuel Bowe, F. Nigel Bowe, Roy and Mavis Gay, Lillian and Harris Gibson, Wilfred and Kathleen Minnis, Hubert and Yvonne Maura, and Arthur D. Hanna, Christopher Mortimer, Harold Longley Donzel and Althea Huyler, Robert and Ehtlyn Isaacs, Samuel and Marjorie Isaacs, Lois and Hugh Cleare, Wenzel and Hyacinth Nicolls, Neil and Florine Seymour, Herbert and Jennifer Minnis. Family and Friends: Suffragan Bishop Gilbert Arthur Thompson and family, Charles and Visna Mackay, Kenneth and Kwanza Bowe, Bishop Rudolph Bowe and Family, Forrester Bowe, Errol and Dorothy Strachan, Louise Gibson and family, Grace Wallace and family, Robert and Eleanor Elliott and family, Gwendolyn and Dr. Gwendolyn McDeigan, Hortense HarrisSmith and family, Mag Sargeant, Roosevelt and Billie Godet, Sylvia Sealy Godet, Sydney Godet, Angela Archer, Samantha Bain, Marva Minns, Denise Reynolds, Julia Ferguson, Randy Major, Samantha Stubbs, Fr. Ian Claridge, Janet and Spurgeon Lightbourne and family, Kermit and Carmen Bostwick and family, Earl and Shirley Bostwick and family, J. Henry and Dame Janet Bostwick and family, Paul and Betty Barnett, Chris and Edna (Bowe) Johnson, Paulette and Hesketh Dean, Brenda and Kendra Samuels and George Darville, K. Larry Carroll and family, Margo and Gilberto Gongora and family, Yasmin Enache and family, Laurene Moss and family, Daisy French, Dale Minnis, Jimmy, Crystal and Darren Won (New York), Phyliss and Peter Garraway, Sonia Godet, Idella and Ezekiel Adderley and family (Long Island) G. Diane Stewart, Claire and Livingstone Hepburn, Brian and Ellen Serville, Cheryl Albury, Elma Campbell, Edda and Ronald Adolph, Archbishop Patrick C Pinder, Clergy and Laity of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of The Bahamas, especially the Holy Family Church and St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, the Nuns of St. Martin Monastery, The Bahamas Amateur Athletic Association, Doris Wood, Carifta Secretariat, Bahamas Retired Persons Association, Minnis Family Reunion, Goal Alley Reunion, Florida Friends including Vernal and Beatrice McKinney, Carol, Michael and Carmela George, Carol Pratt, Arnita Williams, Glen Sherman, Barbara, Alexis Smith, the Braynon family, the Sargent Family, Wilhemina Carter and Family, Carol Hall and Family, George and Julia Williams, the Quintyn Family, members of St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, Hallandale, Florida, The Seniors Club, and a host of other relatives and friends. Godchildren - Michael Symonette, Jackie Bowe Cartwright.

We are grateful for the care and medical assistance given by Mr. Michael Chin (deceased), Ms. Suzette Brown, Sylphicia “Sylvie” Almonnord, Guery Mertil, Lon Minns, Jedly, Dr. M.N’Tari Darville, Dr. Gertrude Holder, Dr. Theodore Ferguson, Dr. Jasmine Mortimer Bowe, Dr. Duane Sands, Dr. Dane Bowe and Dr. Dionne. Dames-Allick and his spiritual care - Rosie Wilson and Deacon Darcy Rahming.

Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, on Friday, May 02, 2025, 10:30a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Memorial Service For

Basil Everette Johnson, 88

a resident of Rocky Pine Road, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Thursday, March 20, 2025 will be held on Friday, May 02, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at Wesley Methodist Church Hall, Chapel Street, Nassau, The Bahamas. Officiating will be Dr. Patricia Butler. Prior to service. Cremation was held.

Predeceased by his daughter: Naomi Johnson and son Stephen Johnson.

Left to cherish his memories are his children: Linda Johnson, Stacey Johnson, Trevor Johnson (Anne Marie), Basil Johnson Jr. (Eugina) and Ramon Moncur; grandchildren: Carlease Johnson, Bekera Taylor, Alexis Johnson, Ashna Rolle, Alicia Jonson, Sheldon Johnson, Jazmine Johnson, Jayleen Johnson, Jaslyne Johnson, Navardo Grant, Lavardo Bascom and Jonathan Higgs; great grandchildren: Shario Humes and Zion Johnson; one brother: Carlton Wilkinson and many others too numerous to mention.

There will be No View

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets.

Death Notice For

Jeffery Burrows, 57

a resident of Huyler Street, New Providence, The Bahamas, died at his residence on November 8, 2024.

He is survived by his son: Troy Rolle; step daughter: Iesia Rolle; sisters: Deniseia Douglas, Glendena Burrows; brothers: Frankly Neilly, Kirkland Burrows; nephews: Shaquille Sr. Christopher, Lanardo, Labron, KJ, Deontae, Shaquille Jr.; nieces: Ciera, Destiny, Anthonique; sisters-in-law: Zona Burrows, Marsha Neilly; brother-in-law: Frederick Douglas; aunts: Lavinia Campbell, Irene Rolle, Dianna Burrows, Murdena Burrows; uncles: Joshua Rolle, Paul Burrows; cousins: Jennymae, Philippa, Margaretta, Sharmen, Princess Tanya, Princess Shurla, Sherleen Rolle, Patrice, Melanie, Jenny, Willamae, Rose, Mellie, Francetta, Nell, Michael, Tiffany, Bernadette, Dena, The Ragged Island Street and Huyler Street Families; special friends: Lavendra, Julie, Kelcin and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

A Private Service will be held.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets.

Funeral Services for

CLARINDA ROSETTA SAUNDERS, 93

Affectionately known as “Cla”

a resident of Clearview Heights, Western Road and formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, will be held at All Saints Anglican Church, Joan Heights, on Saturday 3rd May 2025 at 10:00am. Officiating will be Fr. Bradley H. Miller, assisted by Fr. Richard Wood, Fr. Stephen Davies, Canon Sebastian Campbell and Fr. Berkely Smith. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Left to cherish her memories are her Sons: Ian (Lisa), Sean (Vyomie), and Ernest (Melanie) Greene; Granddaughters: Ana-Philece, Nya-Krystien (Zion Albert), Jade, KymBenay, Amara, and Alyssa Greene; Grandson: Jordan Greene; Sisters: Patricia (Richard) Gafford, Deborah (Philip) Weech, Sherry, Helen, and Erma Saunders; Brother: Harrington (Donella) Saunders Jr.; Aunt: Gwen McDeigan; Nieces and Nephews: Lionel (Romel) Rolle, Yvonne (Alvin) Levarity, Claudelle Rolle-Holmes, Barry Bastian, Deidre “Dee” Bastian, Sophia Bethel, Ramon (Simone) Saunders, Kristen Gafford, Devin (Heather) Weech, Travis (Jenny) Gafford, Dr. Ryan Weech, and Antonio Saunders. Other Relatives and Friends: Family of the late Arthur Sweeting, Kenneth Sweeting & family, family of the late Joyce Rolle, family of the late Alice Cleare, Yvonne Rigby & family, family of the late Mercianna Albury, Albertha Sweeting-Fields & family, family of the late Sarah Sweeting, family of the late Henrietta Stuart, family of the late Maggie Thompson, family of the late Mildred Bastain, family of the late Earla Thompson, Beryl Quammie & family, family of the late Carolyn Capron, Marjorie Nairn-Johnson & family, Naomi Williams & family, Edward & William Pratt &family, family of the late Betty Pratt-Moxey, family of the late Garnet Nairn, Daniel Nairn & family, family of the late Lenford Nairn, family of the late Ismae Nairn, family of the late Halson Nairn-Pinder, Hughie & Kenneth Nairn & family, family of the late Jack Thompson, Sarah Rahming & family, Carl Rahming & family, Agnes McKenzie & family, Majorie Bastain, Edward Evans & family, family of the late Joyce Taylor, Clara Gibson & family, Amanda Colebrooke & family, family of the late Peggy Strachan, family of the late Emmanuel Curry, Rose Burrows and family, Janet Nixon and family, Joan and Necole Saunders and family, Ruby Hepburn and Vanessa Taylor, Dianna Rolle and Vashti Adderley, Dorothy Coleby, Beverly Symonette, Barbara Dorsett, Adrianna Munroe, Ruthie Newbold, Patricia Jones, Pamela Hunt, Gwen Stuart, Virginia Knowles, Sally Harvey, Judy Higgs, Rosenell Dean, Albert Rahming and family, Carlton and Portia Smith, Nicola Oliver, The Rt. Rev’d Bishop Gilbert A. Thompson, Canon Sebastian Campbell, Fr. Berkeley Smith, Fr. Stephen Davies, Fr. Bradley Miller, Fr. Richard Wood, Parishioners of St. Barnabas and All

Saints Anglican Churches, the Mangrove Cay, Bain Town and Pinewood Gardens communities. Special thanks to caregivers (Nicole and Jean), Dr. Indira Jones and Nurse Judy Clare for their dedicated care and compassion. There are many other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC VIEWING.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street

JAMES CYRIL SAUNDERS, 76

a resident of Donnalee Subdivision, & formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, will be held at Golden Gates Assembly, Carmichael Road, on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Trent Davis. Cremation will follow.

He is survived by his wife: Elizabeth Princess Saunders; Sons: Cyril Marko Saunders and Delton Hepburn; Daughters: Vanessa Simeon and Fredricka Erica Finlayson; Grandchildren: Cayden Saunders, Ashton Munnings and Deltinque Hepburn; Brother-in-law: Alexander Finlayson; Sisters-inlaw: Donna Doran, Rosemary Green, Jenny Walker, Lulamae, Deborah and Joyce Finlayson. Relatives and friends including Arthur Humes, Antonette Martin, Kenneth Saunders, George Green and family, Howard Green, Mickie Rahming and family, James (Jimmy) Saunders, Alice and Sandra Saunders, Wendy and Jerry Saunders and Family Valderine Gray, Emily, Vivian and Betty Miller, Karen Bodie, Rev. Phillip McPhee, Godfrey Nairn, Alec King, Vincent Lloyd, Ivan Miller, Cecil Horton, Ethril Burrows and a host of others too numerous to mention Special thanks to our Donnalee Subdivision neighbors especially Kesia Lloyd and family, Alvin and Grace Russell and family, Pedro and Maria Heild, Gloria, Margaret and Julio, Julius Fernander, Mr. Scavella, Krista Sands, Doctors and Nurses of P.M.H Sealy Medical Ward, The Honorable Dr. Micheal Darville and the Tall Pines Branch of the Progressive Liberal Party, Little Feet Academy Schools (Faith Ave) Thomas and Valencia Lowe and family, Golden Gates World Outreach Ministries, I.B.P.O.E Curfew Lodge 1162, PSI BETA CHI Fraternity, Eric Knowles & Prodigal Sons Junkanoo Group, Genesis Junkanoo Organization, Elmer and Tanya Lowe, BFMM Group & Team, C.G Atlantic Family, C.C Sweeting of 2005, Malvin & Christanell Gordon (N.F.A Bahamas).

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service for

JOAN MANVELLA CARTER, 66

a resident of Thompson Lane, will be held at Wesley Methodist Church (MCCA), Malcolm Road, on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Theophilus N. Rolle, Rev. Emily A. Demeritte & Rev. Kelli D. Jolly. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

She is pre-deceased by her Father: Ebenezer J. Carter, Mother: Consuela G. Carter, Brothers: Evan I, Lambert, and William.

Left to cherish her wonderful memories are her, Son: Wendell Miller; Adopted daughter: Tiffany Miller; Grandchildren: Wendell and Wendisha; godchildren: LaVardo N. Bethel & Kendra Bethel; Adopted Mother: Abigail Bethel; Sisters: Susan Rahming of Miami, Florida, Mae, Louise, Linda Carter, Celia Farrington, Cheryl Turner of Miami, Florida, Christine, Joanne, and Katie Carter; Brothers: Sherlin and Kevin Carter of Miami, Florida; Uncles: William Seymour of Miami, Florida and Arnold Seymour of Freeport, Grand Bahama; Sisters-in-law: Delorse, Vera, and Gertrude Carter; Brothers-in-law: Jeffery Rahming and Ricardo Farrington; Nieces & Spouse: Royan, Heather, Aretha of Maimi, Florida, Carlene (Gerald Spencer), Melinda, Duranda, Sharan, Taniska, Rica, Rickesha, Kia, Drenae, Stanesha, Christina, Arlene, Glendia, Dr. Kashawnte Roker and Janiska Major; Nephews & Spouse: Evan III, Delrick (Lynette Carter), Bruno, Carlton, Basil Sr. (Bianca Carter), Tearan, Dredame, Shillano, Calvin, Kevin Jr. Terry, Kelly, France, and George Pascal; Grand nieces: Rhodesia, Uni, Kwaniqua, Jonique Shania, Zykerra, Amaya, Antoniqua, Pauliesha, Skye, Delrenique, Delores, Brunesha, Elgartra, Asia, Imani, Dreniyah, Dremaya, Amira, Taniska, Tara, Afeni, Synia, Vashanique, Devonya; Grandnephews: Arsenio, Ronald, Lorenzo II, Chozen, Evan IIII, Carlton Jr., Cordero, Chad, Cameron, Christian, Mekhi, Basil Carter Jr., Devon, Donavon, Dredame Jr., Seth, Brilliant; Great grandnephew: Ka’mari. Cousins: Arthur, David, Michael, Stevie, Wayne, Shirleen, Carolyn, Dianne, Melinda, Joann, Cindy of Miami, Florida, Mary, Donna, James, Lionel, Andrew, Ingrid, Aaron, Mary Fisherand family, Kaylecia, Portia, Monanika, Dave, Elsa, John, Marilyn, Harry, Logan, Franklyn, Thomas, Ineath, Cynara, Colleen, Rosebud, Sam Carter, Carl, Troy, Deleno, Reneller, Chery, Ganell, Catherine, Dallas, Virginia, Chino, Sherman, Sonia Smith, Eudaine, Shenny, Minister Moss, Ronnie Mackay & Family. Other Friends & Relatives: Alvin Lightbourne, The Moskos & Family, Paulette Ward, Portia Mackey, Sharon Knowles-O’Brien, Lillymae Davis, Michael Green, Audrey Smith, Marsha, Tracy, Lisa Bethel, Pamela Deveaux, Adina and Enid Boyd, Beverley Treco, George & Carla Henderson, Elizabeth Gray, Joan Henderson, The Boyd & Family, Remelda, Rica, Barbara, Theresa, Vernita, Jennifer, Sabrina, Samantha, Scott, Okeall, Sonia, Ruth, Portia Darling, Melissa Collie, Anastacia Davis,

Claudette, Jacqueline Knowles, Mavis Parks, Cynthia, Susan Palmer, Gregory, Donnitia, Keith, Junior, Maria Johnson, Caroline Palacious, Janice Gray, Sharon Carter, Marvette Johnson, Don, Mitzie Nichollos, Erskilla Davis, Marshanell Farrington, Dr. Jeffery Pennerman, The Walkes and Family, Shawn Adderley, Dion, Gladys, Madoona, Cleo Bethel, Tonya Gibson, Sonia Archer & Family, Corrine, Terelle & Mansa Donaldson, Claudia Neely, Dianne, Carmille, Beverly, Melissa Lundy, Grace Edgecombe, Percy “Vola” Francis, Hattie Brown, Elaine Stuart, Janice Fountain, Deborah Barry, Sharon Ferguson, Christine, Miriam Curling & Family, Heritage of Redeeming Love Church Family, The Methodist Churches in the Bahamas & Turks and Caicos. Hon. Jomo Campbell M.P Centreville Constituency; Ministers: Bishop Theophilus N. Rolle, Rev. Claire K. Robinson, Rev. Emily A. Demeritte, Rev. Kelli D. Jolly, Rev. Carl Campbell, Rev. Cecil Newbold, Bishop Emeritus Raymond R. Neilly. Special thanks: Mrs. Bianca Carter, Parents of Bianca Carter, Dr. DuVaughn E. Curling, Dr. Ekdede Magnus, Dr. Thompson, Dr. Burrows, Dr. Kashawnté Roker, nurses and other doctors of Princess Margaret and Doctor’s Hospitals, Caribbean Bottling Company and The Moskos Beach House, Lyford Cay, Thompson Lane Family, Gibbs’ & Strachan’s Corner Family, Fritz Lane, Lily and the Valley Corner, Mason Addition, Centreville Food Store, Superwash-Gibbs Corner, Saxons Superstars and Genesis Junkanoo Groups, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice for

LEONARD D, “Lil T” SYMONETTE, 30

a resident of Peter Street, died at his residence on Friday, April 11, 2025.

He is survived by his mother: Edris Stubbs; father: Anthony Symonette; 1 daughter: Leandra Symonette; fiancé: Jayla Moline; 5 sisters: Darncia, Jamie, Tia & Gerrique; 1 brother: Ajay Symonette; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Funeral Service for

FRANKLYN GEORGE BANNISTER, 64

a resident of East Street, will be held at New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Baillou Hill Road South, on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

Officiating will be Bishop Kendyce MossMoultrie, assisted by Other Ministers of Religion. Interment follows in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive.

Memories will forever linger in the hearts of his Sister: Melanie Bannister; Brothers: Retired Chief Petty Officer Ashley Bannister, Evangelist Thomas Williams and Seaton Ferguson, Leroy Bannister of Miami, Florida, Archdeacon Kingsley Knowles; Brother-in-law: Russell Carroll, Sister-in-law: Geralene Williams; Aunt: Cholta Cooper, Nieces and Nephews: Anton Smith, Tevin Bannister, Tyra & Malcolm Foulkes, Racquel Thompson, Sherrell, Latoya & Tierra Williams, Krystal Knowles, Camille Burnside, Ajoa, Anya and Jamaal Carroll, Jaykwon Williams, Ambre Jr., Ronisha, Coran Jr., Jamal Jr., Corelle, Naykell Thompson, Marcus, Makaila, Makhi and Makale Nabbie, Trenton & Teja Bannister, Eli and Moriah Foulkes, and Victoria Nabbie; Cousins: Miriam Butler, Evangeline Daniels, Valarie Darville; Thecla Lord, Patrice Duncombe, Tyrone Bastian, Herbert Kemp, Corey Bain, Calvin, Othniel Sr., Hubert Marvin, Christopher, Delmaro, Neil, Mario, Brendon Duncombe, Shantel Fawkes, Shannell Walkes, Kristen Tyra, Jayden, Jirah, Kalicia and Miah Duncombe, Pastor Yvonne Kemp, Dominique Grant, Kendira Daniels, Ayesha Bastian, Shacara, Wendy, Shereka, Miracle and Angel Kemp, Rachel Neely, Kevinique Rolle, Keshan Daniels, Neandre Bernard & Brenique Duncombe, Kavon McKenzie, Kenson Daniels, Othniel Jr, Josh, Kacey, Nathan Tré and Zion Duncombe Kenson Jr. and Nathan Daniels, Neko Stuart, Naaman Butler Jr., Peter Butler Jr. and Raymond Neely Jr., Jahfari Bastian Jr., Tyrone Jr., Clinton & Clintario Kemp, and Brendon Duncombe Jr.; Other relatives and friends: Sidney Lightbourne & Family, Pastor Peter Butler Sr., Mr. & Mrs. Ricardo Trotman & Family and Ms. Leona Paul & Family, Maxine Sturrup & Family, the Black Village Community, The East Street community, the Market & Newbold Streets families including,

The Major, Thurston, Smith and Williams families, Monique Belony & Atlantis Resort Family.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice for

DEBBIE PAUL, 64

a resident of Laurel Street, Pinewood Gardens, died at PMH on Sunday, April 27, 2025.

She is survived by her husband: Fred Paul; 1 daughter: Dominique Paul; 2 sons: Ronaldo & Alvin Paul; 4 sisters: Gladys Deveaux, Ann Rahming, Paula Hamilton & Vanrae Santana; brothers: David & Lenny Smith; aunts: Eurena Bethel & Eureka Knowles of San Salvador; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Funeral Service For

Taina Lacy Dominvil, 14

a resident of Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, 2:00pm at Ebenezer Baptist Church on Lazaretto Road off Carmichael Road. Officiating will be Bishop Laurent Papouloute, assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery on Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence, Bahamas.

Left to cherish her precious memories are her father: Ronald Dorminvil; mother: Solange E. Dorminvil; brothers: Mike Dorminvil and Bronwsley Dorminvil; aunts: Annoncia Dorminvil and Carole Dorminvil (USA); uncles: Elvens Cleophat, Wilex Etienne (Haiti) and Samuel Dorminvil ( USA); cousins: Hudvert Etienne, Wilder Etienne,Woubens Étienne, Kenley Etienne, Elysée B.Etienne, Jephte B. Etienne, Christ Allen B. Cleophat, Yeshua Vens Cleophat, Aydini Vens Cleophat, Claude Dorminvil, Markson Dorminvil, Ermilia Cleopha, Marlène Etienne, Withney Dorminvil, Merlande Dorminvil, Modeline Etienne, Fertilai Toussaint, Rebecca B. Cleophat and Mme Hubert Cenevil;

godparents: Ismarc Felix and Mme Georges Remonvil; relatives and friends: Jonas Alphonse, Fritz Alphonse, Fernande Joseph, Silfida Joachim, Anitha Austral, Elvina Louis, Fadeline Louis, Sendy, Phanie, Kervina, Anide Baptiste, Wilmise Chalot, Georges Remonvil, Appoleon Dezamour, Elda T. Raymond, Hermané Raymond, Ebenezer Baptist Church Family, Sybil Strachan Primary School (SSPS) Class of 2022, S. C. McPherson Junior High School, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm and again at the church from 1:00pm until service time.

Death Notice For Mathieu Fils-Aime, 50

a resident of Hospital Lane, New Providence, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, 22nd April, 2025.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited and will announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Death Notice For

Prescola Louise Newbold, 50

of Dundas Town, Abaco, Bahamas died at her residence on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

She is survived by her daughter: Antoinae Fawkes; sons: Davontae Newbold and Antonius Jolly; father: Robert Newbold; sister: Beverley Cornish; brothers: Adrian Newbold and Wain Newbold; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Shacara Shanderia Davis, 34

of Malcolm Road, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Thursday, April 3, 2025 will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, 2:30pm at Zion Baptist Church, East and Shirley Streets. Officiating will be Rev. T. G. Morrison. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads.

Shacara is survived by her sisters: Keisha Davis and Joevanne Knowles; brother: Joseph Knowles; adopted parents: Theresa and Gregory Mcintosh, Mark Morrison; father: Joseph Knowles; nieces: Janihea Flowers, Markeel Morrison, Ky’Mari Rolle; nephew: A’kari Mcintosh; grand niece: Alani Flowers; uncle: Livingston ‘Earl’ Smith, Charles Knowles, Rubin Knowles; aunts: Viola Roxbury, Lenora and Elizbeth Davis, Diana Ferguson, Jonanna and Anglia Knowles; cousins: Chantell Duncombe, Recardo Thompson, Romeo Knowles, James (Raquel) Davis, Mario McKenzie, McKeill Taylor, Rayan and Alcino (Melissa)Roxbury, Tameiko, Leander (Kertorra), Vernard (Immacula) Davis, Vanessa (Darren) Deveaux, Charles (Eloise), Charlene, Roberto Harris, Tamika Basden, Shonica Johnson, Tara Lightbourn (FL), Luke Cunningham, Ambrosine Duncombe, Marcia Knowles, Kasean Taylor (NY), Benjamin Sawyer, Traven Thompson, Sheena, Shacara, Shamar, Paris, Shanario, Raven and Nkai Thompson, Niquito Sargent, Samieh Wright, Dennia Davis, Verdahlia Knowles, Kristanek and Krishontae Johnson, Shamar McKenzie, Kareem Lubin, Ryan Kemp, Jewel Laroda, Jay’den Sherman, Rayanna Roxbury, Syleyah Fraser, Brielle Roxbury, Charles Jr., Charro, Eagle, Kry’Chez, Robyn and Roberto Jr., Harris, Tanaj Sands, Cohen, Calhan and Calyan Deveaux, Samia, Shaniya, Shanae, Vertalia and Makai Davis, Celeb Edgecombe, Shervin Ferguson and Maddison Thompson, Pedro Shippings, Octavia Smith, O’mari Moss, Morrice Bradley MJ(FL) Dior Mackey; other friends and relatives including: Jason Flowers and Family, Tiffany Barr and Family, Cyprianna Rolle and Family, Patricia Lightfoot and Family, Patricia Clarke and Family, The Cartwright Family, The Hart Family, Charles and Chalene Knowles, Lorine, Uno, Teo And Family, The Knowles Family, Rev T.G. Morrison and Family, The Johnson Family, Deborah, Gia, Princess, Ms. Grant, Ms. Moss and The Bahamas Association for the Physically Disable Family, The late Sir Durward Knowles and Family, Environmental Health Department Family, Montel Heights and Englerston Family, The Hon. Glenys Margaret E. HannaMartin, Dr. Edwin Demeritte, Dr. Jerome Lightborne, the Trauma team of PMH, Dr. Munroe, Dr. Thurston and Dr. Mingo.

Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Ave. and Talbot Street on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm and on Saturday at the Church from 1:30 pm until Service time.

Diannah Adora Darville, 82

of Roses, Long Island, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, April 27, 2025.

She was predeceased by her husband: Kenneth Darville; father: Olden Dean; mother: Daisy Dean; adopted daughter: Nancy Cooper.

She is survived by her son: Timothy Darville; adopted daughter: Lakesa Lloyd; grandchildren: Delaeno Darville, Jaran Darville and Zhivargo Darville; great grandchildren: Delyncia Darville and Delaeno Darville Jr.; brothers: Hewitt Dean and David Dean; sisters: Margueritte Bain, Deborah Stuart, Elva Henchell, Queenie Ferguson and Alfreda Dean; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Funeral Service will be announced at later date.

Death Notices For

Nicolas Jamall Tristas Hunt Sr., 47

of Lake View Street, Big Pond, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas died at Doctors Hospital on Sunday, April 27th, 2025.

He is survived by wife: Latoya Hunt; sons: Nicolas Hunt Jr. and Jomall Hunt; step daughter: Vernell McIntosh; grandson: Nicolas Hunt III; daughter-in-law: Joyanna Russell; father: Roosevelt Hunt; sisters: Roosinique Smith and Theresa Wilson; brothers: Romeo Hunt and Romel Allen and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.

Erskin Ashton Bullard Jr., 35 affectionately called “Hammer”

of Orange Blossom Avenue, Garden Hills, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, 23rd April, 2025.

He is survived by his father: Erskin Ashton Bullard Sr.; sisters: Lakel and Itckia Bullard; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephew and other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be announced at later date.

Funeral Services For Emmanuel Kirkie Dorsett, 73

affectionately called “Nailler”

a resident of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Gaitor’s, Cat Island, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, 3rd May, 2025 at Church of God Temple, Peach Tree Street. Officiating will be Rev. Rudy Roberts assisted by Pastor Wayne Carey. Interment will follow at Grand Bahama Memorial Park #2.

He was pre-deceased by his parents: John Reckley and Vincie Aerolina Dorsette.

Left to cherish his fond memories are his son: Jermaine Dorsette; brothers: John Dorsette & Alexander “Elick” Dorsette; sister: Aretha “Rea” Dorsette; special friend: Marinetta Hinson; adopted children: Ruthmae and Elizabeth; children: Quinten (Katrina) Dorsett Sr., Cindy (Michael) Prescott, Deandra and Devano Dorsette; brothers: Nathaniel “Tan” Dorsette, Joseph “Joe” (Buffie) Dorsett; sisters: Frances & Sandrina (Sanny) Dorsette, Iva Pratt; grandchildren: Quintanna, Kalem, Carlina, Quinten Jr., Karina, De’Chea, Micheal Jr., Devano Jr., Jarell, Javell; great grandchildren: De’Ahja, Skyelah; aunt: Eleanor “Varie” Dorsette; adopted children: Lorenzo, Claryon, Darell (Aneka), Carmetia (Kevin) Clarinet, Henry, Alfred, Benjamin, Valkito & Blake; and a host of nieces and nephews including: Mario, Nathalie, Tanyia and Nathan Dorsette, Joel Dorsett, Demetria Dorsett, Vanessa Pratt, Raphael Williams Jr., Erica Dorsette, Eurica Brown, Ricardo, Rodney and Beinka Rolle, Darneshia (Cordero) Lloyd, A’Riah Davis, Candida (Adam) Knowles, Verinique Dorsette, Rev. Charles “Teddy” (Sandra) Dorsette, Wayne Dorsette, Maxine (Adrian) Rolle, Linda Johnson, Michelle (Derick) Munroe, Lynette (Craig) Ellis, Hon. Elsworth (Cathy-Ann) Johnson, Eleanor (John) Meadows, Phyllis Greene, Fan (Bruce) Bowe, Florinda and Denise Dorsette, Glen (Jerlene) Rolle, Ken (Malessa) Munroe, Atwell Armbrister, Sherell Sullivan and Sean Dorsette; other relatives and friends including: Gwendolyn Dorsette & Family, Brad Dorsette & Family, Rowland Brown & Family, Nancy McPhee & Family, Winnifred Bannister & Family, Preston McCoy & Family, The Williams Family, The Hepburn Family, The Stubbs Family, Graham Forbes & Family The McCoy Family, Irene Dorsett & Family, Richard Laramore & Family, Whitney Bain & Family, Ingersol

& Family, Abraham Ramsey & Family, Gershen Swann & Family, Florence Cooper & Family, Brando Stewart & Family, Ezra Rolle & Family, Shane Cartwright & Family, Emmanuel Wallace & Family, Shirlen Coverley & Family, Kendra & Family, and the entire Gaiters Cove & Cat Island Community; special thanks to: management & staff of Reberthas Home, Assistant Commissioner of Police Advardo Dames (OIC) of the Northern Bahamas & Family, Sunshine Laundromat Staff, Debbie (Donald) Archer, Anthony (Kim) Miller, Nelson Bethel & Family, Diondre Stubbs & Family, management and staff of Doctor’s Hospital (Freeport), Rev. Rudy Roberts & family including “The Whole Man Christian Center”, the staff at The Rand Memorial Hospital, the management and staff of Yager Funeral Home and Crematorium.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Yager Funeral Home & Crematorium, Queens Highway, Freeport on Friday from 12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Benny Roberts, 59

a resident of #17 Almond Road, Pioneer’s Loop, Freeport, Grand Bahama and formerly of High Rock, Grand Bahama will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, 3rd May, 2025 at St. Nicholas Anglican Church High Rock, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Father Rudolph Cooper. Interment will follow in The High Rock Public Cemetery.

Left to cherish his memories are his daughter: Monica Roberts; mother: Daisy Musgrove; sisters: Lisa Rolle-Evans, Tamara Johnson (Jack), Meoshi Albury and Rashan Perpall (Stephano); grandchildren: Tarliyah Miller, Tristin & Tyreek Roberts; brothers: Andrew Ferguson (Sabrina), Kevin McDonald; uncles: Victor Roberts (Maria), Frederick Carey (Gloria), Kingsley Carey, Anthony Rolle Judy); aunts: Evelyn Roberts, Eudell Roberts, Gloria Basden, Roslyn Williams (Levy), Angela Singletary, Jewel Rolle, Eula Aranha, Rosemary Rolle and Shena Dames (Anthony) and other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Yager Funeral Home & Crematorium, Queens Highway, Freeport on Friday from 12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Full Military Funeral Service For Senior Lieutenant

Elwood Carlos Simms, 47 of The Royal Bahamas Defense Force

a resident of #3 Sandilands Village Road, Nassau, Bahamas and formerly of Freeport, Grand Bahama, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at Epiphany Anglican Church, Prince Charles Drive. Officiating will be Rev’d. Cannon Atma Budhu, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in St. Matthews Cemetery, Shirley and Church Street.

Elwood is predeceased by Father: Beauman Simms and Daughter: Ellissa Annica Simms.

Precious and cherished memories will forever linger in the hearts of his loving and devoted Wife: Lieutenant Commander Elizabeth Simms; Children: Matthias, Morgan, and Myla Simms; Mother: Brenda Simms; Sister: Belinda Simms-Jones; Brothers: Bryant Simms and Ericson (Anithra) Smith; Aunts and Uncles: Clara Walker, Sheila Johnson, Helena Adderley, Melverne (Joseph) Mullings, Paula Russell, Margaret (Shervin) James, Rev. Lundy Sr. (Sherill) and Henry Russell; Sisters and

Brothers-in-law: Prince (Jessica) Myers, Sheneka (Leonard) Minnis, Dr. Sophia (Milen) Milanov, Attorney-at-Law Samantha Miah, Jerry, Emile, Evon and Daniel Miah, Petty Officer Omara Miah RBDF; Nieces and Nephews: Astassia (Danero) McIntosh, Anna Jones, Tamara, Quintin, Kobey, Kovan, and Prince Jr. Myers, Stilian and Yoan Milanov, David Maynard, Justice and Patrick Johnson Jr., Omria, Omara Jr., Tamir, and Tatum Miah, Evonia, Evonique, Evon Jr. Evoneisha and Devon Miah, Grabrielle and Lebron Minnis; Cousins: Alfred, Christopher, Baldwin, Sheryln, Wendell, Kelsie and Pleasant Smith, Shuejen Gibson, Glenda Knowles, Patricia McKenzie, Virginia Bowe, Ken, Otis and Tareisius Cornish, Dramiko and Kevin Russell, Deatrice Adderley-Tucker, Rosemarie Adderley, Rev. Vanda P. and Laverne Rahming, Vanria (Eddins) Taylor, Cassandra Hanna, Movena Forbes, Paige Evans, Leading Mechanic Kareem Rolle, RBDF, Rashad Rolle, Tatiana Tucker, Edwin and Tayshaun Taylor, Rashae Bain, Kemya Novella, Christopher Bowleg, Tabitha Smith, Mechela McCartney, Lathera Mott, Lundia, Larissa, Marine Seaman Lundy Russell Jr. RBDF, Margaret Thatcher, Alfred Khadafi Russell, Vackane Evans, Farieba Rolle, Ke’shia Gaitor, Renaj Mackey, Kevin, Latario, Michael, Jade, Byron, Brent McCartney, Asia, Amari, Grace Rolle, Kyilynn and KipplingIII Thompson, Ganderia Gonzales, John Senatus, Mckenson Ducasse, Andrew Russell, Nicholas, Tanisha; Godfather: Jordan Ritchie; Godchildren: Mark Darling, Le’Moni Stubbs, Dontez Bryant, Nev’yn Bain; Other relatives and friends: Royal Bahamas Defense Force Family, Members of New Entry 32/Woman Entry 6 and Crew of HMBS Lawrence Major, the Harris Gibson family, Bethsheba Williams-Clarke and family, The Communities of Hawksbill Creek, Sweetings Cay and Eight Mile Rock, St. Michael Lodge 1634 SC, Barracuda Swim Club Family, The Seaman’s Lounge 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 Wednesday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For Mabel Bastian, 95

a resident of Faith Avenue, Nassau, Bahamas and formerly of Lisbon Creek, Mangrove Cay, Andros, Bahamas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Wulff and Baillou Hill Roads. Officiating will be Fr. Roderick Bain, assisted by Fr. Chester Burton. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, John F. Kennedy Drive.

Mable was predeceased by her Parents: Ernest and Evelyn Nairn; Husband: Charles Bastian; Son: Lawrence Bastian; Daughters: Annette Miller, Grace Roberts and Ruth Mackey; Sisters: Dotlean Bain and Lorraine Greene; Brother: Rudolph Nairn; Son-inlaw: Peter Rolle.

She is survived by her Sons: Charles Jr. Jeffrey and Donnie Bastian; Daughter: Veronica Rolle; Sons-in-law: Peter Miller, Kenneth Roberts; Daughters-in-law: Stacy and Deana Bastian; Sister: Leona McClain; Grandchildren: Michelle Thompson, Clara Wallace, Emily Pearce, Leticia Bastian, Ayhna Killing (of California), Donnicka, Donniel, Donnie Jr. and Omar Bastian, Steven Taylor, Dario Campbell, Jonathon and Jamil Rolle, Kenzo and Kendrick Roberts; Great Grandchildren: Aiden Bastian, Kyro Roberts, Alaia Campbell, Xavier, Ava and Audrey Killings, Kenasia Roberts, Berkley Thompson Jr., Baron Thompson Jr., Bryson Wallace, Calup Taylor, Beckeira Strachan (Charlthorn), Lashan Thompson-Delira (Watson), Lenair and Lenae Collins, Devae Rolle, Stephanie and Stefenell Taylor; Nieces: Bereanes Fernander, Mary Boyd, Harriet Finley, Mary Miller, Patricia Rolle, Valarie Roberts, Dillis, Patranilla, Lydia Greene, Icelyn Moxey, Leona, Johnala, Pollyann and Connie Nairn (of Homestead, Florida, U.S.A); Nephews: Randy, Gregory and Patrick McClain, Rudolph Jr., Alfred, Craig and Melvin Nairn, Ronald Bosfield, Roscoe, and Dexter Green; Grand nephews and nieces: Fr. Roderick and Alvin Bain, Nadine Neely, Christopher and Roscoe Pratt, George and Patrick Withfield, Derick, Kevin, Randy and Lisa Miller, Karen Springer, Verlinemae Finely-Thompson, Judy, Kerk and Brian Finely, Tanya, Dominique, Latasha and Torie Rolle, Baron, Breandan, Alexandria, Abigail and Allen Jr. McClain; Relatives and friends including: Linsay Bastian, The late Stanley Miller family, The late Sarah Cleare family, The late Errie Evans family; Godchildren: Ramon Stuart, Hannah Melvern-Longley, Ste-Marie and Gwendolyn Hamilton, Archbishop Ross Davis and family, Mrs. Isymae Davis and

Family, Rev. Cathrine Nairn family, Maxine Rolle, the Roberts family, the Mackey family, The Lisbon Creek family, the late Dr. Cecil Longley family, the late Joyous Longley family, the entire Longley family, Petarona Longley, Valdria Lundy and family, Tyrone, Zendal Forbes and family, Errol Bethel and family, Loise Bain, Theresa and Roy Bannister, Yvonne and Hubert Stuart, Joy Reckley, Norris and Jeana Rolle, Rev. Merian Roberts, Rev. Moses Pennerman, Rosalie Curtis and family, the Mackey family, the late Melvina Bastian family, Barbara Bastian and family, Sherry Whylly and family, Portia Curry and family, the late Edward Rolle family, Henry Bain and family, the Bastian, Bannister, Bain, Bethel, Bullard, Curtis, Minus, Nairn, Greene, Stuart, Rolle, Wallace and Pennerman families of Mangrove Cay, Descendants of James Kerr of Lisbon Creek Andros, All Saints Anglican Church family, Mangrove Cay Community, staffs of the Ministry of Social Services, Information and Broadcasting, The Department of Social Services 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 Pastor Hensel Ruthnel

Kemp, 93

a resident of #403 Baillou Hill Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Abaco, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

He is survived by his wife: Claudette Estwick-Kemp; children: Hubert (Julie), Anthony-deceased (Patrice), Sharon ‘Sherrie’ KempSmith (Timothy), Janet Ferguson (Keith), Hensel Jr. and Noel (Deidre); adopted children: Fredrick Rahming; step children: Dominique, Oswald, Tina, Oliver, Ray (Fran), Scott, Oswald Poitier III, Shaune Forbes, Tonia Wilchcombe, Hedison and Chardell Estwick, Omari Hanlan (Zehira); siblings: Errol Bethel (Ingrid), Gwendolyn Hammerton, Sharan Nairn, Sylvia Bethel, Lennie Bethel; 11 grandchildren, 14 step grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren: 5 step great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.

Death Notices For Carlas Juanita Curtis-Taylor, 86

a resident of Joan’s Heights, East Street South, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Mount Thompson, Exuma, Bahamas, died at her residence on Thursday, April, 24, 2025.

She is survived by her husband: Elton Taylor; daughters: Bonita Taylor-Roberts, Bronya Taylor; sons: Keith and Elrod Taylor; 26 grandchildren, 13 great grand children; sister: Pamela Curtis and host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.

Ava Maria Thompson-Lane, 72

a resident of #332 Baillou Hill Road, New Providence, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, April 25, 2025.

She is survived by her son: David, and his wife Adrianna; grandchildren: Alicia, David Jr., Bobby, Alexis, Sebastian, Diego; great grandchildren: Sophia and Chloe; siblings: Dewayne, Cordell, Lionella, Bancroft, Ena, Ingrid, Viola, Cheryl and host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.

Death Notices For

Shamante Paskal, 23

of Joe Farrington Road, New Providence, Bahamas, died on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Janesta Butler, 32

of Green Castle, Eleuthera, Bahamas, died on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

ANN Marie Davis, of the Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister, encouraged youth to aspire to “have grand dreams and significant goals” when she attended the Annual Youth Day Service of St John’s Native Baptist Cathedral, Meeting Street, on Sunday morning, April 27.

‘HAVE GRAND DREAMS’

The Annual Youth Day Service was themed ‘Young Faith, Big God!’ Bishop Carrington Pinder, the church’s Pastor, along with Rev Ellerston Smith, the Youth Minister, welcomed Mrs Davis.

Photos: Patrice Johnson/ BIS

Empowering young leaders at seminar

By ALESHA CADET Tribune Features Reporter acadet@tribunemedia.net

WITH a mission to ignite leadership potential in the next generation, the Occupy Mentorship Programme recently hosted its Occupy Leadership Day seminar, a dynamic and inspiring event held at the National Training Agency. The seminar welcomed students from CW Sawyer Primary and iElite Sports Academy for a morning of motivation, practical learning, and goal setting.

Dr Ricardo Clarke, president and founder of the programme, says through its continued efforts, young Bahamians are being equipped with the tools, mindset, and motivation to occupy their place in leadership, now and in the future.

As a certified professional coach, motivational speaker, human resources consultant, recording artist, and ordained minister, Dr Clarke has long been passionate about shaping both character and career paths. Through the programme, which has positively impacted more than 500 students, he continues to focus on developing programs that foster student leadership and enhance interpersonal skills.

Running from 10am to 12.30pm, the seminar opened with a spirited presentation by Tamandra Cooper of URCA titled “Emerge: Discover the Leader Within You.” Ms Cooper encouraged students to embrace their individuality, recognise their inner strengths, and lead authentically. Her message setting a strong and empowering tone for the day.

Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister Leon Lundy praised the initiative and its contribution to national development. Dr Clarke noted Mr Lundy highlighted the importance of programs like Occupy in shaping the country’s future leaders and fostering youth empowerment.

In another session with Dr Tanya McCartney, she touched on the topic “What is Leadership?”. During this time, Dr Clarke said Dr McCartney helped students redefine their understanding of leadership beyond titles and roles.

Drawing from her extensive professional background, she challenged students to lead with a sense of responsibility, discipline, and integrity.

“Closing out the sessions was communication strategist Valdez Russell, who led an engaging and practical talk on ‘Communicating Like a Leader’. Russell highlighted the importance of presence, body language, and active listening in leadership. His interactive style kept students energised and engaged as they learned how to use their voices effectively,” said Dr Clarke.

He said participants were also guided through a vision board exercise, an opportunity to creatively explore their goals and aspirations. This hands-on segment encouraged introspection, helping students visualise the type of leaders they aim to become.

“At the close of the seminar, students were treated to a healthy lunch and dessert, adding a special touch to a day filled with inspiration and learning,” said Dr Clarke. Behind the scenes, the success of the seminar was made possible thanks to the generous contributions of committed partners who support the programme’s vision of youth leadership development.

Gospel award nominees REVEALED

By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer jgibson@tribunemedia.net

THE countdown is officially on for the fifth anniversary of the Bahamas Gospel Music Awards (BGMA), and this year, the excitement is unmatched. With five years of praise, power, and pure talent behind it, the BGMA has grown into one of the country’s most anticipated music events celebrating not only the artistry of gospel but the heart and faith that fuel it.

The momentum reached new heights with the official nominee announcement, hosted by Gandhi Pinder and DJ Godson, two familiar faces known for bringing energy and authenticity to the Bahamian gospel scene. This year’s nominations reveal was more than just a list, it was a moment of recognition for the hard work, devotion, and ministry behind the music.

Set to take place on Sunday, June 1, at the Baha Mar Convention Centre, the BGMA will once again roll out the red carpet for gospel’s biggest night. The event begins at 6pm.

As in previous years, the show is expected to deliver a night filled with soul-stirring performances, surprise collaborations, and heartfelt tributes according to organiser Travis Edgcombe.

What makes the BGMA special is its consistent commitment to celebrating excellence within the Bahamian gospel music industry.

Each artist nominated this year has “poured their heart into their work”, using music as a ministry and a message. Leading the nominations for 2025 are Akeem Gardiner and Antonio J Thompson, who both earned a remarkable ten nominations each. These two artists have clearly made their mark, resonating deeply with audiences and voters alike.

Not far behind is Eman, who secured nine nominations for his contributions, followed closely by Shara J and I Am Stacs, who each received seven nods. Edison Sumner and VoP earned six nominations, and both Bernadette Turnquest and Stephen Cefort Jr claimed five nominations apiece. Michelle Gardiner,

Colyn Kristopher, and Cara T Newton also made a strong showing this year, with four nominations each. Their inclusion reflects the variety and richness of talent across the local gospel landscape.

Additional standout nominees include Stermon, Willissa Nyobi Mackey, Southland Music, Frankelle Outten, and Young WYSTM —all of whom received three nominations. Their work this year has helped shape the evolving sound of Bahamian gospel, blending traditional mes sages with fresh creativity and flair.

While the evening will be filled with celebration, it will also include moments of reverence. One of the most prestigious honors of the night will be the pres entation of the Lifetime Achievement Award to gospel radio giant, Inspiration 107.9 FM. Known affectionately as “The Inspiration Station”, the radio outlet has been a foundational part of gospel broadcasting in The Bahamas. Operated by the Broadcasting Corporation of The Bahamas (BCB), the station was originally established in 1962. Since then, it has been a powerful spiritual companion to listeners across the islands, helping shape the musical and ministry journey of countless artists and audiences.

For many, Inspiration 107 isn’t just a station — it’s a part of their daily walk with faith. From airing local hits to global gospel chart-toppers, and from interviews to uplifting sermons, the station has played a pivotal role in bringing gospel into homes, cars, and hearts nationwide.

The BGMA 2025 promises to be more than just an awards show. It’s a full-circle celebration of ministry, music, and the message that gospel still matters. With five years now in the books, the foundation has been laid — but the movement is just getting started.

Fans can stay connected with the latest updates, exclusive nominee features, and behind-the-scenes content by following the BGMA on Facebook and Instagram. One thing is for certain — this June, the spirit of praise will be alive and well at Baha Mar.

and Michelle Gardiner.

ANTONIO J THOMPSON, left, and Akeem Gardiner lead the way with ten nominations each.

FROM left, above, Willissa Nyobi Mackey, Shara, Eman,

FROM left, I Am Stacs, Edison Sumner and VOP, and Stephen Cefort Jr.