06112026 OBITUARIES

Obituaries & Religion

Due to the volume of Obituaries, today’s publication is in two sections.

Mr. Rupert Roberts OBE.

With our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences on the passing of Mr. Rupert Roberts, OBE, we at Tribune Radio Limited extend our thoughts and prayers to the family during this difficult time. May you find strength, comfort, and peace in the cherished memories you shared and in the support of those around you.

Retired Educator

Mrs. Winifred Hunter, 96 (nėe Roxbrough)

of Juicy Hill, Harbour Island, Eleuthera, Bahamas and formerly of Jarrow, United Kingdom will be held at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Dunmore Street, Harbour Island on Saturday, June 13th, 2026 at 10:30am. Officiating will be The Rev’d Father Flynn and other ministers of the Gospel.Interment will follow in The Catholic Cemetery, Harbour Island.

She is survived by her husband: George; one son: Dharan; three grandchildren: Imogen, Benjamin & Saskia and a host of relatives and friends.

Winifred taught at the Black Point school in Exuma from 1983 through to 1985 before moving to Harbour Island All Age School from 1985 to 1995

Funeral Service For Elliot Macdonald Saunders, 70

a resident of Polehemus Street, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of The Bluff, Eleuthera, Bahamas who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 12th, 2026 at St. Michael’s Methodist Church, Churchhill Avenue, New Providence. Rev. Dr. Philip Stubbs will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence.

He was predeceased by his parents: Byrl Saunders and Gertrude Saunders; sisters: Peggy Burrows, Valerie Saunders; brothers: Hychiel and Philip Saunders.

Cherished memories are held by his wife: Edna Saunders; sons: Elton and Jamal Saunders; daughter: Sharmaine King; grandchildren: Tamon and Nathan King, Alyssa and Talia Saunders; sisters: Edna Stubbs, Eula Gibson, Edith Smith; sisters-in-law: Elva and Bruann Lightbourne, Rose Jones (deceased); brothers-in-law: Leslie, Michael Lightbourne, Lt Charles Rose, Winston Jones, John Burrows; nieces and nephews and their spouses: Dr. Lucinda Burrows- Smith (Fred), Sheyanne Pratt (Ural) Nio, Rhea, Latoya, Tavana Saunders, Nena Humes, Precious Sturrup (William), Sharmaine King (Arlington), Jontiah Smith, Shanty, Latrenda, Maquel Lightbourne, Malcolm Burrows, Olauhdo and Norvin Stubbs (Katherina), Makario, Kristian (Shnay), Keneulan and Gabriel Gibson (Christabell), Phillipe, Marvin, Travano, Tavares, Travis and Kristian Saunders, Shamah SmithJaycinto, Deniko, Sherard, Shanti, Maquel, Michael Jr., Leslie Jr., Enrique, Marcus Robert; grand nieces and nephews and their spouses: Rasheed (Kristen), Brittanie, Joshua and Nathaniel Smith, Sai’lah and Zaiden Pratt, Jazelle Humes, Touree and Torin Stubbs, Kennedy Burrows, Kadeem Saunders, Marvin Jr., Toykeito, Dyeisha, Marva, Tokoya, Darren, John, Enron, Jon and Lavonne Wilson, Nathaliee Davis, Robyn Rolle, Rickesha Gibson (Jason), Amaya

Gibson, Arsenio Saunders, India-Rae Sands. Alexandria Reckley, Lathanya Lightbourne, Lashay, Nala Lightbourne, Romiko, Reagan, Rovon, Shaquille, Charlia, Karlia Monty, Jernique, Jerricka, Jermya Glinton, Denika, Deyshae, Deniko Jr.; aunts and uncles: Nena Curtis, predeceased by Dianna McKenzie, Willard Aranha, Evelyn Whitehurst, Edna Miller, Gladys and Joseph Saunders; other relatives and good friends: Pamela and Nala of Ft. Lauderdale, Maxine, Eric, Toni of Ft Lauderdale and Janet, Don, Wayne, Dwight, Branson, Cheryl, Marva, Jillian and Jermaine Aranha, Oscar, Anthony, Cyril, Lisa, Marilyn, Herman Jr. and Melvin Whitehurst of New Jersey, Viola Robinson, Todd and James of NYC, Rosalie Saunders, Lionel Harris, Arlington King, John Smith, Canny Cooper, Philip Armbrister, Kenny Robert, Trey Deveaux, Chris Hanna, Dorothy Rahming and family, Gibson family, Neilly and Pritchard family, Taylor Family, Stuart family, Hudson Family, The community of The Bluff Eleuthera, Fleming Street Clinic Community. We acknowledge all those who stood by Elliot until his last hours on earth as well as a host of other relatives and friends that are too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on (TODAY) Thursday from 10:00-5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice For Dominic

Jamane Miller,

53

a resident of Millenium Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026.

Left to mourn his passing are his wife: Melissa Miller; daughter: Shantinique Miller; sisters: Yvette Johnson (Lynden Johnson), Natasha Weir, Fiona Miller; brother: Don Rahming Sr.; aunts: Thelma Miller, Ruby Whymns, Inez Knowles; uncles: Cyril and Prince Knowles, Sammy Taylor and a host of other relatives including: Shantell Major and family.

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

Death Notices For Roslyn Maria Neely, 83

a resident of Skittles Court, Eastern Road, New Providence, Bahamas, died at her residence Saturday, June 6th, 2026.

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

Jean Marzel Rosalee Newry, 83

of The Bluff, Eleuthera, Bahamas died at her sister’s residence in Nassau, Bahamas on Thursday, 4th June, 2026.

She is survived by her four sisters: Carolyn Miller, Alva Stewart-Coakley, Carlis McIntosh, Katherine StewartMarsh; and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Edward Michael Philip Sands, 81

of Sandilands Village Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Rock Sound, Eleuthera, Bahamas, died on Tuesday, 9th June, 2026.

He is survived by his wife: Maryann (Zetta) Sands; daughters: Kahlia and Katora Sands, Alecia Kemp-Smith; sons: Bradley Wright and Gregory Davis and host of other relatives and friends.

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

Death Notices For Clifford Fernander, 93 affectionately

called “Snake

Eyes”

a resident of #69 Wilma Street off Wulff Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of San Salvador, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026.

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

Patricia Elaine Thompson, 81

a resident of Tideswell Street off Bernard Road, New Providence, Bahamas, died at her residence on Monday, June 8th, 2026.

Precious memories are held by her sister: Sonia Thompson; brother: Arnold Thompson; nieces: Desiree Thompson and Patrice Francis; grandniece: Rev. Chitan Darling; great grandniece: Meleah Darling; aunt: Delores Bethel and other relatives and friends.

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

Dorcas Renee Blatch, 64

a resident of Zion Blvd., South Beach, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Lower Bogue, Eleuthera, Bahamas, died at Doctor’s Hospital on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026.

Cherished memories are held by her husband: Michael Blatch Sr.; children: Lakeisha Williams, Michael Blatch Jr., Kristen Blatch; step son: Lawrence Blatch; three grandchildren: Serenit’i Blatch, La’Cacia Williams and Shaniyah Bowleg; son-in-law: Lamont Williams; three sisters: Doreen Barnett, Pastor Flora McKoy of Fort Pierce Florida and Salome Neilly; three brothers: Felix, Hosea and Ezra Neilly; two uncles: Thaddeus and Cedric Brown of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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

Death Notice For John Frederick “Johnny”

Bethell, 81

of Eastern Road, Nassau, The Bahamas, passed away peacefully at home with his sons on the morning of Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026.

Born on August 22, 1944, in Saint Matthew’s Parish on the island of New Providence, Johnny was the first child of the late John H. Bethell and Hilda (Van Zeylen) Bethell. He attended St. Andrew’s School in Nassau and left early for Appleby College in Canada, followed by a brief time at the University of Miami, before being called back to Nassau to work at Bethell Estates. Throughout his life, Johnny was an avid Horticulturalist, Fisherman, Tennis Player, Pilot and amateur ornithologist. He was married for 55 years to the love of his life, the late Ellis Elizabeth (Johnson) Bethell, who passed away on October 4, 2022.

Johnny was a business leader with operations in Nassau, Abaco, and other Family Islands. He spent most of his career working with his family at Bethell Estates Ltd. He also served on numerous corporate boards, including a long tenure with FOCOL Holdings Ltd. Additionally, he was involved in several civic and charitable organizations, including the Governor General’s Youth Award (GGYA) and the Bahamas National Trust (BNT).

He was preceded in death by his parents, John H. and Hilda Bethell; his half-sister, Patricia Anne Bethell; and his wife, Ellis Elizabeth Bethell. He is survived by his sons, John Harold Bethell and Frederick Aaron Bethell; his grandchildren, Stella Margaret Bethell and Harold Jackson Bethell; and his sisters, Mrs. Sandra Leoni Towning and Mrs. Deborah Page Tomlinson, and their families, the entire Bethell Family, Mr. Vislet Valsent, The Bethell Estates staff, far too many lifelong friends, and numerous business colleagues.

The family extends a personal thank you to Mr. Stephen Johnson and the staff of Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited for their care and support.

Arrangements by Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited.

Death Notice For George Wong, 72

of Patton Street, Palmdale, New Providence, Bahamas, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

Friends may pay last respects and join the family for a time of reflection on Thursday, June 11th, 2026 at 6:00pm at Kemp’s Funeral Home, Palmdale Avenue.

Attire: Tropical casual.

Cremation to follow.

He is survived by his mother: Lau Fong Wong; brothers & sisters: David Wong, Patricia Wong Sheridan (Joseph), Jeffrey Wong (Mary), Mae Wong, Stanley Wong (Miya); nieces & nephews: Angelique, Francesca, Neenah, Jason, Michael, Elizabeth, Jacob, Gracie, Christian, Jeremy and Luke; aunts & uncles: Lesley Wong (Mae), Maria Lee (Henry), Wei Kuen Wong, Ignacios Mui (Josephine), Gabriel Mui (Karen), Dave Mui (Maze), Martin Mui (Elene), Alice Colpani (Joe); cousins: Eric, Diana, Lana (Chris), Charlotte (Sean), Amanda, Nicole (Marlon); other close family: Carisa, Chaeli & Laila Brogdon, Alexander Johnson; friends: Shirley Wong, Betty Wong & Family, Rudee Ann Knowles, Paul Carey & Family, Kevin Carroll, Sandi George, George & Athena Dimopoulos, & The Nassau Yacht Club family.

He was predeceased by his father Lum Wong and brother William (Bee) Wong.

Arrangements by Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited.

Funeral Service For Captain James Darville Wells, 82

a resident of St Lucia Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Sandy Point, Abaco, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at The Church of The Epiphany, Prince Charles Drive, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev. Canon Atma Budhu assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.

Left to cherish his unforgettable life are his loving and devoted wife: Araminta Katherina Huyler-Wells; sons: Christopher ‘Fergie’ Wells, Luke Wells; step son: Rev. Christopher Roberts; daughters: Grace Knowles (Joshua), S. Carolee Wells, Faith Wells, Lashantay Baillou; step daughters: Minister T. Anja (Alex) Davis, Natasha Huyler; grandchildren: Cruz Wells, Christalia Wells, Lxchelle Wells, Amber Wells (Andre), Chantee Wells, Shaqonya Penn, Felicia Thompson, Randy Thompson Jr., Randika Thompson-Saunders, Niko Saunders, Naquon Davis, Tylaa Wells, Shannon Davis, Zion Davis, Perez Hemmings, Tremaine Gray, Rashad (Leslia) Swain Sr.; great grandchildren: Jonaé Penn, Shamiyah Penn, Gianna Penn, Janiyah Penn, Nakiyah Saunders, Nayara Saunders, Rannyah Thompson, Aria Wells, A’Sya Odle, Devon Rolle, Tre’Jon Grey, Rashad Swain Jr.; sister: Maxine Maycock; brother: George Wells; sisters-in-law: Bernice Wells, Edna Wells, Gloria Huyler, Muriel Almonard, Qwenten Longley, Mary Huyler, Carnetta Poitier, Ann Huyler; brothers-in-law: Neville Huyler, John Huyler; nephews: Patrick Maycock Jr., Dr. Raymond C. Wells (Delerice), Kendrick Wells (Kayla), Rev. Nathan Wells (Ramona), Thaneileus Longley, Wayne (Trojanna) Jolly Sr., Ron-X, Gazlyn, Lasario, and Nasaon Huyler, Brandon Hanna, Lester (Karen) Bain, Anson McKinney, Cortney Almonard, Roscoe Sweeting, Addis Huyler, Aaron Huyler, Algernon Huyler, Kirkland Poitier, John Huyler Jr.; nieces: Beverly Maycock, Darlene Maycock, Sheena Maycock, Keysha Laroda (Quinton), Kim Wells, Thelma Brown (Nigel), Georgette McKenzie (Jamie), Caroline Rolle (Cephas), Gina McKenzie, Nicola Strachan, Rev. Joy Russell (Drexel), Maxine Burrows, Lythera, Xaviera and Adrumea Roach, Ellistina Knowles, Naquana Evans, Malvina (Baron) Roberts, Opal Williams, Lavaretta Henry, Yvette Albury, Linda Hanna, Adinah White, Andera Huyler, Patrice Brown, Carlene Huyler, Exie Nerenal, Eulinda Ferguson, Matty Martin Tucker, Nioshie Petit-Jean, Hernietta, Vernell Poitier; Cousins: Remorn and Linda Lightbourne, Leonard Lightbourne, Leslie and Beverly Culmer, Frances Henfield, Denise Strachan, Louis Dames, Eunice Green, Joan, Jeffery Andie, Eugenie, Jackie, Debi, Eugene, Jomar, Ricardo, Jennifer Beth, Rochelle, Denise, William,Donald, Jacklyn Hall, Florence Fornof, Christopher, Charles, and Edna Knowles, Annie Roberts, Iva Davis, Emily Dames, Shirley Newton, Sybilene Davis, Randolph Knowles, Gloria Burrows, Hilda Stuart, Genevie Pinder, Eric (Marina), Oswald (Dorothy), John Merlin (Edith) Darville, Vernetta (Alexander) Walkes, Harry (Joan), Ronald Yankie (Sharelle) Darville, Orinthia (Abbie) Newban, Annie (Otis) Forrest, Marshall Darville and Family, Roland, Anthony, Preston, Alonzo, Rennie Knowles, Merlene Swain, Frederica, Janet, Gary, David Knowles, Aaron Jr., Valentine, Brian,

Brenda, Estelle Knowles, Arthur Brennen, Benjamin Jr., Eleanor, Patsy, Sharon, Knowles, Sarah Greene, Martha, Mary, and Thomas Knowles; other relatives and friends including: Mary Wells, Phillamena Armbrister, The Hon. JoBeth Coleby-Davis and The Entire Elizabeth Estates Community, Catechrist Benjamin Pinder, Rev. Jason Roberts, Rev. Erskine Wells, Lucille Walker, Anita Johnson and Family, Junior Bain, Leslie and Gloria Adderley, Adele Wells, Roland, Conrad, Wesley, The Maycock Family, Beverly Culmer, Rev. Dr. Bishop Carrington Pinder, Rev. Sabrina Pinder, The Pinder Family (of Sandy Point, Abaco), Willimae Cooper, Carmen Cornish, Jeffery, Portia and Lydia Bethel, The Port New Providence, Potter’s Cay and Montague Beach Friends, The Wells, Bain, Pinder, Darville, Dames, Knowles, Lightbourne, Jennings and the Robert Families, the entire Communities of Sandy Point and Moore’s Island, Rose Johnson and Family, Eugenia Thurston and Family, The Family of Millicent Pratt, The Family of Beverly Smith, The Family of Earl Thompson, The Family of Thomas Smith, Jan Rolle and Family, Marcia Ferguson and Family, Rita Newbold and Family, Denise Beneby and Family, Rev. Basil Johnson and Family, Patrick (Lavern) McPhee and Family, Beverly (Patrick) Smith and Family, Howard Thomas and Family, Kenneth (Sunny) Thompson and Family, Terry Crum and Family (of Miami, Florida), The Poitier, Humes, Kenny, Wells, Ford and Hopkins Families, Eloise Heastie and Family, Ms. Mortimer and Family, Sally Dill and Family, Millicent Miller and Family, K. Neville Adderley and Family, Sarah Collie and Family, Carnetta Munroe and Family, Althea Sands and Family, Laura Benson and Family, Thomas Sands and Family, Wilfred Thompson and Family, Lilimae Johnson and Family, Bishop Valentino Williams and the entire Life Changers International Ministry, Marion Astwood and Family, Agatha Farrington and Family, Byron Roberts and Family, Vernice Heastie and Family, Rhea Heastie and family, Kaivonne Newbold and Family, Cheryl Mackey and Family, Everette (Euricka) Rolle and Family, Garnetta Minnis and Family, Freddy Benson and Family, Gweneth Smith and Family, Yvonne Sands and Family, Francis Carrol and Family, Ken Huyler and Family, The entire Huyler Family, Geneva Dorsett and Family, Janiece Bullard and Family, May Adderley and Family, Harold Morris and Family, Rev. Patrick Smith and Family, Rev. Helen McPhee and Family, Vernencha Butler and Family, Sheila Andrews and Family, Ruthmae Bain and Family, George and Gretal and Family, Dudley McKenzie and Family, Patsy Wring and Family, Ismae Nairn and Family, Theresa Rolle and Family, Idel McKinney and Family, Nora Smith and Family, Rosemary Jones and Family, Robert (Beulah) Johnson and Family, Alsaida Hanna and Family, Marina (William) Dean and Family, Ruthmae Poitier and Family, Lenora Poitier and Family, Cleare Family, Charlotte McPhee and Family, The Quintine Alley Family, The Bowe Family, Anthony Burrows and Family, Kim Davis and Family, Gordon Johnson and Family, Jef St. John and Family, Taja Rahming and Family, Descendants of the late Mable “Gold” Rolle, The Farmer’s Cay Community (of Exuma), The Nixon’s Family, The Percentie Family, Dr. Carmen Cartwright, Oaktree Medical and a host of relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

For those that are not mention, know that it is not intentional. We extend our sincere apology and we thank you for your support.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads, New Providence on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For Reverend Moses Ferguson, 89

a resident of The Bluff, South Andros, Bahamas, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2026,at Bethel Baptist Church, Meeting Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Interim Pastor A. Dewitt Hutcheson assisted by other ministers of the gospel.

Rev. Moses was predeceased by his Devoted Wife of 43 years Isadoria Ferguson.

Left to cherish fond memories of this Giant of a man in the army of God are his sons: Melkeva (Monique), Moses (Meria), Zebedee, Vehavilyn and Quitain Ferguson; daughters: Prenell (Freddie) Evans, Mordinna Ferguson, Melony (Redisney) Acuna Sancheze, Hermia (Yorick) Sands, Christa (Captain Kendall) Williamson; brothers: Elijah and Alton Ferguson; sisters: Eulean ‘Mother’ Ferguson, Blooming Neely, Vernitta Mackey, Malvese Moxey, Maxine Ferguson and Ruth Pinder; 37 grandchildren: Freddie (Ryan) Jr., Shaquille, Raeven Evans and Treshell (Shannon) Daxon, Vekeito, Ramando, Melkeva Jr., Nicholas, Micah and Melkesha Ferguson, O’Neil, Tristan, Logan, Sasha, Briana, Deandra, Rashanda and Kiana Ferguson, Anastacia Harris, Hilda Gibson, Lawrance Smith, Hercules, Shekinah, Ashanti and America Moncur, Althanese, Alesha, Altharon, Althanazz and Rapheal Ferguson, Terry (Vintia) Hodgkins Jr., Yorick Jr., Yurick (Daniel) and Skyi Sands, Kendell and Kendall Jr., Williamson; 21 great grandchildren: Vekito Jr., Melisia, Meleah, Melanie, and Melkeva III, Ferguson, Shiloh Evans, Farrah and Fallen Kelly, Kylie-Rae Fox, Samaj Daxon, Ja’el Ferguson, King’Bentley Smith, Heraya, Hercules Jr. and Sumauri Moncur, Azare Hodgkins, Alton Ferguson; brothersin-law: James Ferguson, Benjamin Pinder, Arlington, Cordnell, Zebedee and Anthram Rolle Simeon Thompson; sisters-in-law: Presilda and Eureka Ferguson, Elizabeth Rolle-Thompson, Gwendolyn, Mella, Zovia and Angela Rolle; uncle: Jeremiah Gibson (age 104); aunt: Ella Rolle; nieces and nephews: Ferlease (Calvin) Wallace, Wellington (Cheryl), Levaughn and Ulease Ferguson, Kavita (Joseph) Greene, Rachel (Arreo) Ferguson, Pastor Kathy (Pastor Antone) Austin, Joy, Loveletta and Zovia

Neely, Grace (Charles) Sweeting, Sonia (Hardy) McKinney, Theodore and Beryn (Shannel) Neeley, Quebell (Miriam), Pastor Luther (Pamela), Burnt (Annis) Marvin, Sharlean, Christina, Talmage (Hissie), Elon (Arica) Ferguson, Jacklyn (Randy) Hanna, Natasha (Jarue) Joseph, Janis Clough, Macia Smith, Endolyn Toker, Shanteka (Ricardo) Evans, Deborah (Pastor Joseph) Brown, McRoy (Marie) Wilson, Stanley Wilson, Kevin (Jacqueline) Moxey, Samuel Rolle, Ulean (Andrew) Clarke, Dr. Donavon Moxey (Claudine), Darren Moxey, Afton Moxey, Dr. Beverton Moxey (Rose), Kendernique Roker (-), Osbourne Moxey (-), Shawn, Lavora, and PC 3656 Isaiah Jr. Ferguson, Sebastian (Racquel) Curry, James Jr. (Jessica) Ferguson, Sarah (Abraham) Ferrano, Gerard Douglas, Benita Pinder, Ruthnell, Romeo, Altonique, Natasha, Altoneka and Altoneio Ferguson, Pastor Fairdale (Brenda), Min. Norward (Judy), Dwayne, Dave, Garvin (Rondell), Kaden, Larando (Curissa) Melrese and Cherene Smith, Patricia (Reginald) Williams, Patrice (Richard) Wright, Carmel (Andrew) Rolle, Kizzie (Niquille) Brown, Maria (Morazan) Zuniga, Margaritta (Herbert) Duncombe, Pastor Melanie (Malary) Greene, Lady Minister Janet (Derick) Burrows, Allison, Rochelle, Maurine, Livingston, Maurice, Wayden and Dr. Dennis Johnson, Terrance (Bernadette), Adrain and Owen (Arlene) Rolle, Roxanne (Ryan) Strachan, Patrick, Kenton, Dehavilyn, Julian, Desrean, Linda Rolle, Sophie (Robert) Marshall, Denise (Trevor) Austin, Kaynell ( Rodger) Rolle, Denise Carey, Roshelle (Ashley) Sawyer, Arizona, Shantell, Verneka (Robert) Taylor, Alan, Deon, Perez Rolle, Nicola (Adrian) Adderley, Zesarie Bodie, Supt. Antania (Demetrius) Taylor, Inspector Alfredo, Alvaughn Rolle, Sgt. Aldon Charlow, Sargeant Corriana, Geovanni Mitchell, Samina Castillo, Simeon Jr. (Shaniqua), Tezza, Thompson, and Simone (Krino) Deleveux; other relatives and friends including: Sylvia Phillips and Family, Pressiemae Rolle and Family, Rosemae Green-Thompson, Christine (Bede) Greene and Family, Pastor Ashley Brown and Family (Pastor of Calvary Way Baptist Church), Eliza-Jane Burrows (Goddaughter), Pastor David McPhee (Pastor of Hour of Power Deliverance), Pastor Edward Solomon, Shirley BelleFerguson, Keisha Gardiner-Souverain (Caregivers) and the staff of Male Medical 1 at the Princess Margaret Hospital and a host of 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, New Providence on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For Sandra Grant-Rolle, 73

a resident of #20 Mestizo Avenue, Twanyan Heights, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 12, 2026 at Pentecostal Temple Church of God in Christ, #93 Pinedale, New Providence. Officiating will be Bishop Overseer Ishmell Grant, Bishop Tony L. Hanna, and Bishop Franklyn Lightbourne. Interment will follow in Eastern Cemetery, Dowdeswell Street, New Providence.

She is survived by her children: Shawayne (Kjunana) Rolle Sr., Ryan Rolle Sr. (Chandra); 5 grandchildren: Charlotte (Tyrone), Shawayne Jr., Sandrea, Racine, Ryan Jr.; 8 great grandchildren: Erik Timothee, Erin Timothee, Sharaya Scott, Tyrone Weary Jr., Charlotte Star Weary, Tyrese Weary, Faith Weary, Eliana Rolle; siblings: Overseer Pastor Ishmael Grant (Avalyn), Cynthia Cooper, Marlon (Natishka) Grant, LaVaughn Bland; aunt: Maria Forbes; Uncle: Daniel (Voinell) Grant; numerous nephews and nieces: Alphaeus, Rhonald, Devard, Lyvade, Joshua and Marlon Jr., Colette, Shaniece, Alexis, Ebony, Marlesha and Marissa; grandnieces and grandnephews: Tamario, Dekimo, Asia, Lyric Akiel, Akai, Aaliyah, Amiah and Alexis Jr., Marlon III and Marcel; cousins: Hessamae and Family, Hycinth and Family, The Henfield Family, Ruthmae and Family (of New York), Gwen, Dencil, Joseph, Samuel, The Forbes Family, Kacie Moss and Family, Sharon Moss and Family, Vince and Family, Vernell Grant and Family, The Finlayson Family, Hon. Bacchus Rolle (MP- South Beach), Jurisdictional Bishop (The Church of God in Christ), Bishop Tony L. Hanna, the entire Hanna Family, Marjorie Stuart and Family, Deslene Lowe and Family, Mother Perica Plakaris, Katie, Kimberly, Dave, The Seymour Family, Dr. Arthur Clarke, Deidre (Michael) Clarke, the entire Clarke Family, The Rolle Family, Antoine Turner and Family, Spence Finlayson and Family, Andrew Rolle and Family, Maxine Cox and Family, Jennamae and Family, Delshan, Patrice Smith and Family, Jan and Family, Nikki Harrell, Shantel, Mario, Tammy, Maureen (Matthew), Dee, Catherine (Bruce) and Family (of Turks and Caicos), Franklin, Nelrose, Jenny, Mary, Michelle, Sammy, Bobby, Daniel, Joey and The Lightbourne Families; Brothers-in-law: Michael (Ampusam) Richard, David, Shamini and Karasi Symonette; Sister-in-law: Betty Rolle-Bullard and children: Sandie Davis-Wallace, Cyke (Antonio) Bullard-Greenslade, Veronique Bullard, Cherrise (James) Bullard-Pinder, Shantinique Rolle, Gregory Davies; extended Grandnieces and Grandnephews including: Riley, Christian, Wesley, Nylah, Saraiah, Marquel (Randolph) Wallace-Calmer, Abigail Wallace, Jahking, Garth, Gregory Jr., Antonio

Jr., Danea Jamie, Jamea, James Jr., Chernay, Chernya, Antonique, Nicardo and Ice, Leanrose Bland; special friends, neighbors and affiliates including: Hon. Zane Lightbourne (MP-Yamacraw), Bishop Levon Miller Sr., the entire Miller Family (of Minnie Street), Bishop Franklin Miller, Apostle Kelson Miller, Bishop Dean Wells, Apostle Raymond Wells, Archbishop Ross Davis and Family, Lena Bland and Family, Nora Davis and Family, Eula Pratt and Family, Baricha Rolle (Alayah), Yvonne Orr, The Hanna’s, The Johnson’s, The Butlers, The Rolle Family (of Twynam Heights), The Public Hospitals Authority, 1970 Alumni Class of Jordon Prince William High School, Police Commissioner Shanta Knowles and Family, Deputy Commissioner Kirkwood Andrews and Family, The Royal Bahamas Police Force (of Freeport, Grand Bahama), Royal Bahamas Police Force (of Fox Hill Division), Allydice Strachan Day Care Center, Shirley Small and Family, Jackie Cunningham and Family, Melinda Newbold and Family, Patrice Cox and Family, Ellen Williams and Family, Asst. Supervisor Mother Sherry Whitfield and Family, Supervisor of the Women’s Department Bahamas Jurisdiction, Mother Johnnie-Ann Harrison, The Entire Churches of God in Christ Bahamas Jurisdiction, Nurses and Staff of the Elizabeth Estates Clinic, the Doctors, Nurses and Caregivers of the Sealy Ward, Princess Margaret Hospital and a host of relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Friday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice For

Anthony Kelso Brown, 42

a resident of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

He is survived by his mother: Martha Brown; sister: Antonique Brown; nephew: Andrez Saunders; niece: Charlotte Johnson; Aunts; uncles, other relatives and friends including: Reno Woods, Renardo Prepall, Medea Dean, Mardio Cash and Jensen Burrows.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Full Military Funeral Service For

Police Constable 617

Brenville Duantae Stubbs, 24

affectionately called

“Bjay”

a resident of Kool Acres, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 12, 2026 at Golden Gates World Outreach Ministries, Carmichael Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Bishop Trent Davis, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.

Precious memories will linger in the hearts of his son: Brenden Stubbs; mother: Laneisha Edwards; father: Brenville Troy Stubbs Jr.; grandmother: Ms. Daisymae Hepburn; sisters: Richaula Gibson, Dahlia Rae Hepburn, Jelicca Edwards, Kelsteena Delancy (Tina); Troynique Stubbs, Fantasia Stubbs; brother: Davonte Sweeting; uncles: Dervin Edwards, Ralph Hepburn (Wendy), Lawrence Rolle; aunts: Yvette Darling, Maxine Stubbs; granduncle: Nkrumah (Vanria) Edwards; grandaunts: Brendaline Wilson (Herman), Marilyn Tyrell (Roan), Laverne Powell; nieces: Latorria Gibbson, Zhandria Gibbson, Anthonika Hernandez, Anyah Brown, Alexia Curtis, Briauna Odeya Ward; nephew: Anthen Saunders; cousins: Keona Potts (Polo), Nkrumah (Shaundia) Edwards Jr., Nkrumique Deveaux (Dwayne), Shanette Roker, Javonte Simmons Sr., Javonte Simmons Jr., Neako Edwards, Dominique, Dwayne, Booby, Jameko Powell Sr., Jameko Powell Jr., Mya Edwards, Nkrumah Edwards III., Kiandrae Pittman, Khaleeah and Khalani Johnson, Janice and Danyree Wilson, Savannah Ford, Tanice Antanell Ford, Vincent Ford, Malcolm Goodman Jr., RBPF Officer Tevin Hepburn, Antonio Hepburn, Tavra Hepburn;

other relatives and friends including: The Darling Family, John Campbell, Daisymae Miller, Dianne Ferguson and Family, Michelle Morley and Family, Elsa Carey and Family, Dianne Bullard and Family, Erika Wright and Family, Leneka Storr and Family, Rose Forbes and Family, Otaine Woodside and Family, Deidre Laroda and Family, Staff of BAIC, Nassau Village Family, RBPF Family, Doctors, Nurses and staff of Doctor’s Hospital, Nika, Alexus Rahming and Family, Kool Acres Crew, Lekeisha Thompson, D.E.F. Squad, Franklin Ferguson and Family, Theodore Timothy and Family, management and staff of Cedar Crest Funeral Home and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Paul Farqharson Center, Police Head Quarters, East Street, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. and at the Church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice For

Retired Police Sargent Basil

Ellsworth Evans, 56

a resident of Maria Drive off Cowpen Road, New Providence, Bahamas, died at his residence on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

He is survived by his daughter: Vashtinique; sisters: Indianna (Arthur) Seymour, Ella Cooper, Alisa (Charles) Larrimore, Nursing Officer (2) Felicia Evans, Kayla (Sean) Dean, Roslyn (Floyd) Johnson, Susanne Clarke, Melissa Evans; brothers: Christopher (Leiciester) Evans, Antoine Evans, Tyrone Clarke, Adrian, Zhavargo, Jamal Evans, numerous Nieces, Nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Services For

Edward Leonard McKenzie, 82

a resident of Blue Hill Estates, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Sunday, June 14th, 2026, 11:00am at New Providence Seventh Day Adventist Laurca, Soldier Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Dr. Peter Joseph assisted by Pastor Waldo Casildo Bennet, Pastor Leonardo Rahming, Pastor Michael Smith, Pastor Samuel Miller and Pastor Jeremiah Duncombe. Internment will follow in the Lakeview Memorial Gardens, J. F. K. Drive and Gladstone ARoad, New Providence.

His humble, loving and devoted spirit will forever live in the hearts of his wife, Caroline McKenzie; 2 sons, Marvin (Esthela) and Mark McKenzie; 3 daughters, Michelle and Christine McKenzie and Caroline (Kevin) Bryan; 1 adopted daughter, Michelle Reid; 1 grandson, Justice McKenzie; 5 granddaughters, Aniah (Agustin) and Michelle and Ivory McKenzie, Lyric Caesar and Kaylea Bryan; 2 god-daughters, Martina Gilbert and Khalila Armbrister; 2 brothersin-law, Nathaniel (Sharmaine) Adams and Bertram (Marcia) Sands; 4 sisterin-law, Dorothy Brisco, Christine Adams, Sarah Rahming, and Vernell Goodman; 3 cousins: Leroy Jr., Cheryl and Charlene Samuels; 27 nieces and nephews, Chief Superintendent of Police William Rahming RBPF, Reservist Inspector Elgin Rahming RBPF and Christopher Rahming, Dwight, Percival and Tavinito Sands, Hilton, Tracey, DeAngelo, Lowenstein and Cyril Jr. Rahming, Phillip Jr., Kendary, Zephano, Elkino, Ashley, Shamar and Kendary Adams, Caroline Clarke, Cleopatra Miller, Monique Chase, Krystal, Phillipa, Shania Adams, Paulette Huyler, Monique and Valicia Bennett; other relatives and friends includes: Curtis and Kim Bryan and Family, Brent Bryan and family, Keith and Ketura Bryan and Family, Rochelle Bryan and family, Leila Woods, Hazely Blatch and Family, Eric and Sandra Stewart and Family, James Dawkins, Raymond and Charlene Butler and Family, Anna Forbes and Family, Anthony and Geneva Mortimer and Family, Carl and Sonia Kemp and Family, Drs. Wendell and Althea McMillan, Thomas and Gwen Hanna and family, Gladstone Major and Family, James Cooper and Family, Donnie and Charise Rolle and Family, Melrose Knowles and Family, Richard Rolle and Family, The Descendants of Francis Rolle, The Descendants of Isaac and Beluh Rolle, The Descendants of Daniel and Elizabeth Rolle, Petronah Dawkins, Samuel and Marcia Gay and Family, The Descendants of Theadora Bevans, Lemuel Rolle and Family, Elkinah Gilbert and Family, Joan Mackey and Family, Frank Campbell and Family, Frank Smith and Family, Carla Swann and Family, Shirley Miller and Family, Michael and Sheila Smith and Family, Beverly Hepburn-King and Family, Naomi Moxey, Marissa Stubbs and Kenann Thompson, Pastor Michael Smith and Family, Pastor T Basil Sturrup and Family, Pastor Jeremiah Duncomb and Family, Doctor Pastor Leonard Johnson and Family, Pastor Casildo Bennett and Family, Pastor Leonardo Rahming and Family, Pastor Samuel Miller and Family, The Blue Hill Estates Community, the staff of Bahamas Power and Light, The Staff of UCCS, The Members of the New Providence Seventh Day Adventist Church

and The Staff and Members of the South

Family and friends can pay their last respects at Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence on Saturday, June 13th, 2026 from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Sunday, June 14th, 2026 at New Providence Seventh Day Adventist Laurca from 9:30am until service time.

Antionette Holbert, 64

of Lewis Street, Nassau Village, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, 13th June, 2026, 11:00am at International Revival Fellowship Church, Montell Heights, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Dereck Ferguson, assisted by other ministers of the gospel; Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence.

Left to cherish her memories are her sons: Beron Holbert and Bernard Harris; grand child: Amelia Harris; brothers: Deacon Manasseh Hepburn, Deacon Vincent Holbert, Patrick Holbert, Neil Holbert (Maxwell Holbert, Anthony Holbert, Gregory Holbert deceased); sisters: Minister Eleanor Riley and Joan Holbert (Yvonne Holbert Bethel, Patrice Gertilus, Patricia Cox, deceased); daughter-in-law: Lakeisha Harris; nephews: Ryan Dion Hepburn, Normal Smith Hepburn, Manasseh Hepburn Jr. Mario Holbert, Maxwell Holbert Jr. Sean Holbert, De’ Marko Holbert, Marcus Holbert, Anthony Holbert Jr. Ricardo Riley, Zchavargo Riley, Assistant Superintendent Freddie Lightbourne, Shonari Lightbourne, Stario Holbert, Shakeal Holbert, O’Neill Holbert, Dominique Johnson, Jayden Hugh Holbert, O’Neill Farrington; nieces: Marline Hepburn, Rhandreia Hepburn, Vanessa Hepburn, Rshemia Hepburn Ingraham, Andura Hepburn, Raynell Hepburn, Nurse Kayshulla Hepburn, Lisa Holbert, Melveasa Holbert, Dena Holbert, Denise Holbert, Shaniqua Riley Dawkins, Schakera Riley-Hamilton, Sharnell Holbert McKenzie, Kimberly Holbert, Carlissa Grant, Donell Cox, Derecka Cox; cousins: Geleta, Ruthmae, Rochelle, Erma, Beverly, Carolyn, Rodney, Derek, Angela, Fred, Othniel, Trevor, Floyd, Devon, Pandora Gordon, Evamae Gordon, Eula Gordon, Deborah Gordon. Noncent Gordon, Patrick Gordon; numerous relatives and friends and all of those she loved and touched deeply, too numerous to mention; sisters-in-law: Maryjane Hepburn, Estherlyn Holbert, Lilymae Holbert’ special thanks to: Pastor Derek and his wife Pastor Sandra Ferguson and the International Revival Fellowship Church family, Deidre Deveaux, Stephanie Darling-Dean, Helena Pinder, the Sandals Beach Hair Braiding Association Family, Mr. David Clare, Sister Louise Brice, Mr. Darrell Cox and the Montell Heights Community.

Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the church from 10:00am until service time.

Bahamas S.D.A. Conference.

Cynthia Russell, 82

of Casurila Lane, Sea Breeze Estates, New Providence, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

She is survived by her daughters: Sherrie Ann Russell and Andrea Kathy Russell-Johnson; sons: Derick (Natasha) Lightbourne, Anthony, Peter and Rolf Russell; adopted children: Denekah Knowles and Newton Culmer; 20 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; sister: Ethel Ferguson; uncle: Gregory Greene; numerous nieces and nephews, other extended family, relatives and a wide circle of friends who will cherish her memory.

Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at 1:00pm

The family kindly request your prayers and support during this time of bereavement.

Death Notices For

Bishop Nelson Junior Johnson, 70

of Lake Cunningham Drive, New Providence, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

He is survived by his wife, Minister Jacqueline Johnson; sons, Gerard, Donathan (Santoya) and Nelson Perez (Tiffany) Johnson and Karro (Carene) Strachan; daughters, Michelle Johnson, Nyoka Dorsett and Tenneil (Valentino) Martin; sisters, Juliamae Johnson, Leona, Maureen and Robertha Taylor and Dorethea (Pete) Smith; brother-in-law, Kirkford Moxey; grandchildren, Valentia, Valentina and Lineise Martin, Donathan Jr., Kai, Judah and McKenzie Martin, Cianna Farquharson and Phylicia Rolle; great grandchildren, Lamarion and Legend Rolle, Jahwyn and Jawhdyn Coakley, Keyden, Kellan and Kavi Strachan and Renahja Rolle; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.

Marvin Vandyke Deveaux, 60

of Isabella Avenue, Marathon Estates, New Providence, Bahamas, died at his residence on Thursday, May 28, 2026.

He is survived by his wife, Aynalem Deveaux; numerous other relatives and friends.

Memorial Service will be held at Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 11:00am. Officiating will be Bishop Rudolph Balfour. Cremation was held.

Funeral Services for Rosaliee Theresa Wright, 73

of Wells Lane, Kemp Road, will be held at Pilgrim Baptist Church, St. James Road, on Friday, June 12th, 2026, at 11:00a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Leroy Major, assisted by Other Ministers of The Gospel. Cremation will follow

Rosaliee was predeceased by her Mother: Thelma Miller; Father: Richard Wright; Sister: Sandra McKenzie; Brothers: Wilfred Wright, Leroy Miller, Stanley Wright, Ezra Davis.

Left to cherish her memories is her Daughters: Lakisha Wright and Megan Polhamus; Son: Phillips Wright; Daughter-in-law: Janice Wright; Son-in-law: Michael Polhamus II; Sisters: Ruth and Mavis Davis; Aunt: Hazel Knowles; Adopted Daughters: Terry, Charmaine, Joann and Katie; Adopted Son: Ricardo Butler; Grand Children: Grade 2 Officer Donisha Wright, Corey Wilson, Alexander Horton Jr., Demetrico Wright, Ja’Deah Wright, Michael Polhamus III; Nieces & Nephews: Shantell & Ken Thompson, Tanisha and Takisha Davis, Sharanda Davis, Timantha Saunders, Rickera and Teran Pinder Odessia Sands, Oprah & Robbie Hepburn, Raquel McKenzie Zhivargo Davis, Phillard Davis, Jamar Davis, Anastasia Minnis Davis, and Bernadette Minnis; Grand Nieces and Grand Nephews: Savion Davis, Philecia Davis, Dayvon Davis Savannah Knowles, Sharano Davis, Dylan Davis, Montica Rahming, Montico Rahming, Justice McKenzie, Rashawn Lord, Jarvis Davis, Kiara Hanchell, Treco Davis, Kamren Davis, Avery Davis, Vaugnhae Carey, Teria and Teran Pinder, Brian & Breon Hepburn, McVonya; Great Grand Nieces and Nephews: Shaquon Davis, Shaquel Wright, Dylan Davis II, Sariyah Davis, Sanyi Davis; Other Relatives & Special Friends: Gladys “Reecey” Moncur, Indiana Ferguson, Antoinette Clarke, Bernice Johnson, Minister Lincoln Deal (MP) Mrs. Deidre Hepburn, and the family of the Department of Social Services, Mr. Reece Chipman, Mrs. Patricia Hanna-Carey, Mr. Andrew “Blue” Johnson, Dr. Debbie Bartlett, Mrs. Shemah Saunders-Nerling, Assistant Director, Immigration, Tones/designer (Fancy Dancer Junkanoo Group), Patrice Janice Rolle, Sybil Carrol, Rannie, Joanne Minnis and Family, Ursula Kemp and Family, Greaory Dean, Lenward Gibson, Dwight Darling and Family, Shawn (Ping), Wayde Robinson (pumkin), Fancy Dancer Family, Lucyann Rolle, Monique Smith and Family, Mr, Clarke, Stephanie Mcphee and Family, Tamara and Eddice and Family, Charlene Cooper and Family, Hazel Wilson and Family, Judy Ombler, Dorris and Steven Romer, Patrice Hanna Carey, Wakely Clarke, Judy Collie, Flossie “Addie” Bowe and Family, Leslie Gaitor and Family, Shirley and Antonio Virgil Jacquline Whymns and Family, Furline Kemp, Vaughn Carey, Jeff and Greg Smith, Patricia Brown and Family, Vandoline, Kenny, Lunn and Family, Shavon Rolle and Family, Pearline Gray and Family, Monalisa Rolle, Andrea Major, Celeste Bain, Jessica Collie, Klassy Nails and Tranquility Day Spa, Entire Five Pound Lot & Kemp Road Family and a host of others too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary, located on Parkgate & Village Road, on (TODAY) Thursday, June 11th, 2026, from 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. and again on Friday, at the church from 10:00a.m. until service time.

Mother Ayris

Fredrecca Rolle, 79

of Pinewood Gardens, will be held at Kemp Road Ministries, Kemp Road on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Shawn McKenzie assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

She was pre-deceased by her Parents: Clerence Rolle and Geraldine Clarke Siblings: Edith Clarke, Susan Roberts, Hinsley and Mutlyn Rolle.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories, Children: Sgt. 2501 Brian (Tonnetta) Stewart, Bradley (Garnel) Rolle, Cleveland Micklewhite and Terence Taylor; Grand Children: Brenell, Brianna, Branieke, Brayden, Shani, Braxton and Shaniqua Stewart, Paige and Nurse Brittney Rolle, Brandy (Theon) Williams, Maleko Kelly and Terrance Taylor Jr.; Great Grand children: Robert Jr., Rhyell, Amari, Favour and Tay’Lani; Godchild: Denise Johnson; Aunts: Viola Bodie and Marion Rolle; Brothers: Luther (Thelma) and Clarence I (Carolyn) Rolle; Sisters: Frances Saunders, Ena Thompson, Stephanie (Wilfred) Delancy; Adopted Sisters: Alice Bullard and Vera Newbold; Nieces and Nephews: Wingsworth Jr., Deborah, Judith, Camille and Celeste Roberts, Patrice (Berkley) Anderson, Talbot (Yhonnick) McKinney, Roslyn Johnson, Rosetta, Tonya, Hillary Jr, and Devon, Ingrid (Rodney) Saunders, Thia Robinson, Charlene Johnson, Craig (Terricita), Eugene (Deborah), Marvin, Troy (Kenva) Tyrone Thompson, Rocelia (Douglas) Gibson, Ricardo (Theresa), Reno (Lashanna), Rockswell (Rickera), Santino (Raushanna), Clarence II (Hilda), Cameron and Shellyeka Rolle, Kristal and Terah Delancy; Cousins: Family of The Late Moses Rolle, family of The Late Oscar Rolle, family of The Late Edna Rolle, family of The Late Clementina Rolle and family of The Late Aaron Rolle; Many Grand Nieces and Nephews too numerous to mention. Host of Other Relatives and Friends: Megan Minus, Apostle Dr. Patrick and Maria Rhodriguez and the members of Prophetic Love Church Ministries, Michelle and Barbara Toote Family, Staff of PMH Med Surge East Ward, Staff of Twilight Home for the Elderly, Johnathan Higgs, Staff of Serene Medical Center, Viola Wallace and family, Gloria Knowles and family, Leila Curry and family, Shacara Murray, Stephanie Dawkins and family, Alice Chase, Philippa Johnson.

We sincerely apologize for any names that may have been inadvertently omitted or misspelled, as this is a difficult time for our family. Please pardon any oversight. We are very appreciative for the outpouring of love, prayers and kindness shown to us during our time of bereavement. Your compassion has not gone unnoticed, and every gesture has brought us some much-needed peace and comfort.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary on Village & Parkgate Road on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the church from 9:00am until service time.

Funeral Service for Lorna Elouise Bethune, 74

of Southern Heights will be held at Abundant Life Church, Abundant Life Road on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Cranston Knowles assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Cremation will follow.

Left to celebrate her memories, Children: Patrice Russell, Kim Handield, Petrik Ruecell, Shondra Russell (dec.) & Rameesh Bethune; Adopted daughters: Giselle Rahming & Anishka Bethune; Grandchildren: Kijani Ruecell, Addis Munroe & Evan Cooper; Sisters: Vernice Smith, Ingrid Bethune, Bridgette Robinson, Verna (Ted) Lamb, Ingrid McClean (David) Johnson; Adopted Sister: Montrea “Ginger” Dames; Nephews: Addis Huyler, Lawrence (Sheronica) Saunders, Jeffrey Bethune (Fiancée Erica Williams), Alex (Avantae) Rolle, Artel Bethune, Thomas Lamb; Nieces: Tanya McDonald, Nicole (Darrin) Roker, Jessica Martin, Racquel, Rochelle & Rykeisha Stuart, Oshima Bethune, Rasheeda Bull, Shashla & Sheashli Bethune, Paris Johnson; Adopted Nieces: Danielle, Deasja, and Dejah Brown, Deneah Bethel; Grand nephews: Omari Bethune, Wayden Phillips, Lawrence Saunders Jr, Alaistair Major; Grandnieces: Lauryn Whitehead, Tamia Hanna, Laniyah, Lamoni, Latalia, & Lauryn Saunders, Koffy Smith, Kyree Fox, Tres Cox, Tanika Victor, Tanae Victor, Tanisha Victor; Godchildren: Leoniece Edwards, Nickara Pratt, Shanee Sampson, Jamell & Jamal Strachan, Keiran & Kiara Diggis, Jourdana Rodgers, Journia Reckley; Family & Friends including: Velma Edwards &

family, Francis Ferguson & family, Bernadette Lockhart & family, Janet Arnett & family, Doreen Russell & family, Joy Reckley & family, McCola Bodie, Whitney Patton, Sterling Charlton & family, Kerry Bonamy & family, Monique Adderley & family, Tammi Smith & family, Tiffany McCartney & family, Yvette Johnson & family, Althena Steinau & family, Michelle Adderley & Amber Ferguson, Petrika Ruecell & family, Wayne Phillips, Kyle Fox, Charlie Hill & family, Antoinette Peterson & family, Gladys & Curtis Clarke, Jackie & Torrin Saunders & family, Anthony Longley, Bibi Boyer & family, Gayle Barrow & family, Pastor Sharvon Peet & family, Audra Morris & family & Kandice Davis, Rodman Deleveaux & family, Katherine Kikivarakis-Laster & family, Kyhiel Lockhart, Anthonya Cooper & family, Carolyn Strachan & family, Barry Bethel & family, Sharon Fergiuson & family, Nadia Bowe, Karensa Russell, Annja Whylly, D’Andre Wright, Trent Rolle, Marc Barrett, Kendrick Hutchinson, Leslie Carroll & family, Kenya Farquharson-Munroe & family, Candida Bonamy, Joan Hepburn, Travel Buddies (Jennifer Ellis, Joyann Pinder, Deagre Kelly, Georgette Simms, Harriett Gardiner, Sandra Simms, Janeil Pinder, Kendra Pinder, Jackee Arnett, Denise Gordon-Brown), Gordon Major & family, Betty Outten, Isaac Rolle & family, Helen Johnson & family, Kaylin Ferguson & family, Macari Bernard & family, DeAngelo & Felicia Adderley, Donna Uter, Mona Pierre & family, Melanie Lockhart & family, Norman Gardiner & family, Judith Powell, Rosa Flowers, Darrell & Martin Francis, Margo Barnett & family, Charmaine Ebanks, Alexandine Collie, Shelly Archer, Melanie Hilton, Michael Rolle & family, Theresa & family, Faith Roxbury, Debbie Charlton, Wendy Delaney, Stanley Alleyne, Abundant Life Bible Church family, ALBC Chapel Singers, Social, Women’s Ministry & Frontline Ministry, Heritage Education Funds International family, National Insurance Retirees, Ministry of Health friends, CIBC Caribbean, Starfish Construction Ltd., Old Bight High, Seagrapes Liquor family, Salon Infinity family, Atlantis Cove Crew & Citibank.

We, the family of Lorna E. Bethune, would like to thank you for your thoughts, calls and prayers in this out hour of bereavement. if any names were inadvertently missed, please note that this was not intentional but rather an oversight during this time of great sorrow.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary on Village & Parkgate Road on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the church from 10:00am until service time.

Funeral Service for

Reserve Sgt. 1135 Paul Alexander Johnson, 62

of Marsh Harbour, Abaco will be held at Church of Christ, Marsh Harbour on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Jason Quashie assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Friendship Tabernacle Cemetery.

He was predeceased by Father: Rev Carrol Johnson; Mother: Helen Johnson; Sisters: Pamela, Peggy and Patrice Johnson; Brothers: Pedro and Phillip Johnson;

He is survived by his two daughters: Paulterra & Shakia Johnson; Three adopted daughters: Carlen Culmer, Kendera Bethel Johnson & Weshanté Moss; Five grandchildren: Skylar, Gemma, Vania & Ka’mea Knowles; Two God children: Teresa Borrows Dorsett and Deondra Ambrister; One Brother: Preston Johnson; One sister: Naomi Sweeting Ferguson; Six Nephews: Dominique Johnson, Leonardo Burrows, Davaughn Smith, Uriah, Nadarias & Urich Ferguson; One Niece: Cheriah Rahming; Seven Grand Nieces: T’liyah Smith, Brielle Johnson, Neveah, Keziah Burrows, Tariyak, Jariah & D’ondranay; Six Grand Nephews: Leonardo Jr, Josiah & D’ Ondre Burrows Uriah Jr., Telling Jr. & D’ondre; Ten Aunts: Stephanie Crawley, Hannah Johnson, Patricia Bethel, Vanda Morris, Elsaida Melvin, Donna, Esther and Diana Ash, Heather Ash Gay, (of Nassau) and Stella Hopkins (of Grand Bahama); Four Uncles: Charles Morris, Langston Ash Gay, Robert & Winston Ash; Cousins: Valarie Nottage, Glynis Rolle, Stephen Hall, Lynette Hall-Minnis, Marlon Hall, Monique Hall-Corneille, Phillippa McKinney, Brian Forbes, Kevin, Alton and Emerson Gardiner, Charles, Tony, Gene and Janine Bethel and Bernard Bowe, Delores Oliver, Kevin Hutchinson and family, Kirkwood Gibson and family Antoine and Alaine Crawley and The Rodger’s family; and a host of other relatives and Friends including: Shereta and Girvantae Knowles, Creola Butler, Rochelle Lightbourne and family and Winifred Albury and family, Chief Magistrate (acting) Ancella Evans, Mr Roderick Strachan and family, Carla Nixon, Stephen Chea, Sandra Gibbs, Timothy McDonald and family, Danny Sawyer, Brunel Roach, The Price Right family, Kevin Mortimer and family, Vanessa Symonette, Ramon Barlett, Troy Babbs, Avyreal Russell, Leroy Burrows, Members of The Royal Bahamas Police Force/Fire Branch, also Fire Dept of Marsh Harbour, Dr. George Charity and The Integrated Medical Center, The Communities of Freetown Lane, Sutton Street and St. Margaret Road, The Knowles family of Rock Sound Eleuthera, The Communities of Spring City and Marsh Harbour Abaco and Central and South Eleuthera, Pilgrim Baptist Church members, South Abaco Christ of Christ members New Vision Ministries members.

WE DO APOLOGISE IF ANY NAMES WERE OVERLOOKED BUT REST ASSURED, WE APPRECIATE YOUR LOVE AND SUPPORT. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary on S.C Bootle Highway on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the church from 10:00am until service time.

Death Notice For

Mr. Mark Clifford Deveaux

Sunrise: 13th March, 1967-Sunset: 17th June, 2006

20th

Anniversary of Passage

Not a day goes by that we don’t think of you. Your memory is forever alive in our hearts. The pain of your absence is still fresh and we find comfort in the love we all shared. Your kindness left a mark that will never fade. May you continue to rest in peace, knowing that you are deeply missed and forever loved.

We will never forget you, especially your siblings: Sharon, Sidney Jr., Julian, Jason Deveaux and Mildred Deveaux Adderley along with other family members and friends.

of San Salvador, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, June 6th, 2026.

She is survived by her daughters: Willamae, Cynthia, Carrol, Lean and Bridgette; sons: Walton, Nelson, Gary, Stanley and Charlie; brother: Ronald Williams and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Edna Williams, 91

Funeral Services For

Byron Howard Thompson, 35

of St. Petersburg and formerly of New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, June 13th 2026, 10:00 am at Zion Baptist Church East & Shirley Streets Downtown, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev. T.G. Morrison assisted by Rev. Walton Winters and other Associate Ministers, Deacons and Evangelists. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.

Byron was preceded in death by his grandmother: Celestine Wright; grandfather: Sife Nathaniel Heastie.

Left to cherish his precious memories are his parents: Vernice Heastie and Howard Thompson; adopted grandmother: Ruby Gordon; siblings: Indira, Nakia, Savanna, Hawania, Howanell, Mary, Kateryann, Lavern, Arnett, Howard, Lawrence, Desiree; nieces and nephews: Valdeasha, Anae, Ava, Jaden, Maddison, Kai, Thomas and Elijah Mackey, Lauren Major, Donte and Diamond Brown, Kjan and Showalter Johnson; aunts and uncles: Linda, Everette, and Sandra Heastie (predeceased), Denise Johnson, Rhea Treco, Denise Shipp, Winifred Washington, Nicole Heastie, Elvis Collett, Lloyd Constant (Mary), Eleanor and Richard Martins, Althea Bailey, Lloyd and Natasha Wright, Ruth and Harrold Bentley, Carolyn and Lavern Arnett and Marilyn Samorski, Christine McDonald, Lorraine Joseph, Catherine Mackey, John Thompson, Eldridge Sr. Thompson, Ricardo Thompson, Avis Thompson and Sharon Thompson; god parents: Janice Pritchard and Juanita Sweeting; god sister: Candice Pritchard Cousins: Travis, Treven (Trinity) and Elnise Johnson, Natori and Terell Collett, Ravon Constant, Celine, Michael, David, Sandra Price (Eduardo and Rickey), Aries, Secarra (Regan), Kaliah Johnson (K’lee), Keanno, Dior Junior, Thyra (Tierra and Tyler), Janine and Noel Johnson (Aniya), Burnell (Jayla and Christopher), Sife and Waynette Cadron (Sife Jr. and Seth), Bradley, Kaleb, Joshua, Michael, Wendel and Theresa Heastie (Shanell and Riel), Euleta Cartwright (Kelita and Whitney), Carolyn Heastie (Sonia and Dania), Myra (Harper and Carter) Sherman, William, Rolland, Ronice, Rollanda, Audrey and Mark Garrison (Devon, Mark, James and Mathew), Sam and Cynthia Smith (Cion, Dequari, Taporsha, Sam Jr. Dequan), Sharon and Larry McGrath, Giovanni and Sharon Smith, Tierra(Calvin, Tyra, Tatianna), Yeasha (Nazir), Tieneasha (Ashlynn), Aaron, Crystal, Randy and Terrance Arnette, Whitney (Katrina and Elin), Marilyn, Antoinette, Angie, Steffan James, Steffan Vanner and Steffan Fransiski, Sandra (Lawrence, Kenny, Gregory), Tara, Tamicka, Santon, Cordero; deceased- Katrina Johnson, Dior Johnson, Christian Johnson and Maxcel Hardy; other relatives and friends including: The Entire Hanna , Heastie and Tynes Family, Debora Edwards, Vaughn Foster, Cardy Russell, Betty Brown and Family, Murial Sutherland and Family, Lynette Davis (Kerryanne, Diane, Christine and Sam), Dorothy McDonald and Family, George and Phillip Hilton, Anthawn Gibson, Andy

Wong, Allen Brown, Coral Young and Family, Delerese Kemp and Family, Theopilus Cox and Family, Carolyn Moss and Family, Donna Higgs and Family, Janice Morley and Family, Barbara Bain and Family, Michael Hudson and Family, Lovetha Johnson and Family, Christine Taylor, The Sands Family, Lynden Johnson and Family, Kathy Davis and Family, The Gordon Family, Wellington Brown and Family, The Smith Family, Doris Johnson Class of 2008, Duncombe Family and Anne Stuart and friends.

Viewing will be held in the Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited Robinson and Soldier Roads, New Providence on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 8:30am until service time.

Sario Samone Baker, 45

of Ridgeland Park West, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Friday, June 12th, 2026, 11:00am at Zion South Beach Baptist Church, Zion Boulevard, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Anthony A. Sampson assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will be held in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone Road, New Providence.

Sario was predeceased by this mother: Manera Cooper.

His memories will forever linger in the hearts of his wife: Arnette Baker; children: Sariya, Zaria and Sario Baker Jr.; father: Vincent Baker; siblings: Shamron Rolle, Carrera, Labresha, Tarj, Taliyah, Kennedy, Donavon Baker; brothers-in-law: Apostle Dr. Nelson Strachan (Apostle Dr. Valleria), Hon. Jamahl Strachan MP Nassau Village, Assistant Superintendent Arnold Strachan Jr. (Royal Bahamas Police Force), Anwar, Alphonso (Rose), Troy Strachan, Javano and Antonie Taylor; sisters-in-law: Nikita (Horatio) Mckenzie, Leotha (Kelly ) Laing, Shena Dean, Gretal ( Rodan) Deleveaux; aunt & uncles: William Baker, Vivar(Ernest) Penn, Co-Pastor Vernie(Pastor Donnie) Flowers, Pastor Phillp (Patrice) Baker, Lydia (Romel) Winters, Claudia Whylly, Theresa (Oliver) Munroe, Cynthia Johnson, Michelle(Ian) Tynes, Patrice (Derek) Dean and Antoinette (Robert) Banks of North Carolina, Val, Jacquline and Jean Cleary Cooper, Donald (Cora) Attorney Bradley (Ophelia) Cooper, Rudolph Sr, Franklyn, Gary (Garnell) Cooper Sr. , Gregory (Petra), Godfrey (Virginia) and Tryone Cooper; other relatives and friends including: Gary Cooper Jr., Marvin, Dwayne Darling, Ronald (Ronnie) McCartney, Kirkwood (Kirky) Smith and numerous other relatives and friends.

Viewing will be held in the Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited Robinson and Soldier Roads on (TODAY) Thursday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and at the church on Friday from 9:30am until service time.

Funeral Service For

Wellington Livingston Gardiner, 82

a resident of Southern Heights off St. Vincent Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, 10:00am at Carmichael Road Union Baptist Church, Carmichael Road West, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev. Joseph M. Rolle assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will be held in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road and John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence, New Providence.

Leaves to cherish his memories are his sons: Valentino and Evano Gardiner; daughters: Cindy, Tharan and Nakeya Gardiner and Stella Rolle; sister: Dorothy Gardiner; sisters-in-law: Wendy Gardiner and Faydora Hanna; brothers-in-law: William Scott, Kermit and Whitfield Major; daughter-in-law: Windy Gardiner; grandchildren: Letarrio, Lichine, Leander, Tyler Gardiner, Kristy and Kristoff Capron, Anish and Chloe Gardiner, Alexandria Hemmings, Aaliyah, Victoria, Tommy, Wendy, and Sydnee; great grandchildren: Samaiya, Wendy, Leveon, Zion, Destini, Aveyau, Levaeh, Chen, Dumuir, Sage, Chance, Mercedez, Khenri, Robyn, Liam and Layla; nieces: Denise Bernadette, Paulette, Joyann Davis, Reanna Dean, Denise Adderley, Shannan Ighodaro, Keva Watson, Rosetta Watkins, Cheryl Curry, Melvern Rolle, Tania, Amber, Cora, Barbara, Lolita, Charlene, Philippa, Elvinette and Rose; nephews: Arnold, Cyrus, Troy, Mark, Kevin, Domini, Kennith, Philip Sr., Raynard, David, Patrick, Brian, Lynden, and Andy; grandnieces and grandnephews: Samuel Pratt, Orick Pratt III, Kevin Davis, Arnold Jr., Kevin Jr., Kevin III, Arnisha, and many other extended families and friends including cousins: Shirley Rolle, Sandra Lightbourne, Beverley, Leroy, Fedrick, and Roscoe Neely. Special relatives and friends: Kendal Babbs (“Flash”), Enrique Clarke, Valentino Bootle, Laurinda, Marvin, Bernard, Carl Tyrell, Shantell, Sheldon, Shirel, Abigale, Craig, Dereck, Karen, Albert, Sylvia, Monique, Natasha, Dennis, Michelle, Kenton, Cyrus, Ashely, Drexel, Azure, Merk, Shelby, Cheketa, Cheketo, Samuel, Isaac Rudolph, Kamani, Nadia, Philip Jr., Monique Forbes, Linda Bethel, Melvese Moxey, Janet Hanna, Elizabeth Williams, Helen Gardiner, Katrina Whyms, Janet Taylor, Philip Smith, Cheryl Minnis and family, Marva Moss, Pastor Lana Smith, Geraldine Lewis, Ismae Smith, Yvonne Smith, Ingrid Rose, Albert Rahming, Brian Brown, Angela Smith,

Minister Janice Butler, Bridget, Philip and Drew Roker, Mavis Forbes and family, Renay Ferguson and family, Donavan Lawrence and family, Delvera Richardson and family, Henry Cleare and family, Simon Haung and family, John He and family, Jason Pratt and family, Dr. Crispin Gomez, the Base Road Crew, Violet, Eugene, Sweet Bay Robinson, Lawrence Ferguson and family, Pastor Joseph Rolle and family, the Carmichael Road Union Baptist Church Family, the St. Joseph Catholic Church Family, the Meadow Street and Bain Town Communities, the Southern Heights Community, and his former colleagues and friends of British American Insurance Company. Numerous other relatives, friends, fellow musicians, neighbors, church members, and loved ones also mourn his passing and cherish the memories he leaves behind.

Viewing will be held in the Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited Robinson and Soldier Roads, New Providence on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 8:30am until service time.

Death Notice For

Baby Girl Ta’vae Williams, 2 months

a resident of Cascarilla Street, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas dies at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, May 29th, 2026.

She is survived by her parents: Anae Rolle and Troy Williams; sibling: Asha’nae Williams; grandparents: Charmaine and Simon Rolle, Erika and Troy Williams Sr.; aunts: Sirell, Anique, Ajiah and Aniesh Rolle and Taliyah Williams; uncles: Shamar Rolle and Trey Ferguson; great grandparents: David Williams, Shirley Bethel and Gwendalyn Smith and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Funeral Service For

Ms. Ulease Spencer, 85 affectionately called “Titta”

of #13B Cornwallis Place, Freeport, Grand Bahama and formerly of Long Bay Cay, South Andros will be held on Saturday, June 13th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Jubilee Cathedral, Cathedral Boulevard (Settler’s Way), Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Overseer Bishop Godfrey R. Williams assisted by Senior Pastor Laquez Williams. Interment will follow at the Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.

Precious memories will linger in the hearts of her loving children: Craig Spencer, Donnalisa Dorsett and Warren Dorsett; adopted sons: Christopher Rolle, Zendal Dean, Labron Petitfrere, Carlton Pinder, Sibron Johnson, Wayne Barr and Vance Barr; adopted daughters: Annette Pinder; and Shanti Johnson; daughters-in-law: Sophia Farrington, Dr. Kendra Robinson-Spencer and Sabrina Dorsett; grandchildren: Dr. Lakell Spencer, Cradeisha Spencer, Crania Spencer, Tyunique Newton, Pastor Julian Laing (Phylea), Theo Spencer, Megan Mills, Xavier Dorsett, Jeremiah Kwanna Dorsett, Jazel Abraham Dorsett, Wynter Dorsett and Summer Dorsett; adopted granddaughter: Tatyana Pinder; great grandchildren: Kanasha Spencer, Khia Spencer, Aniyah Gardiner, Channing Laing, Rhema Laing, Dakota Rolle and Dakari Johnson; sisters: Maxine Betty, Doretha Laing, Min. Cheryl Bain and Desilee Bain; adopted sisters: Patricia Stuart, Min. Iris Williams, Dorothy Poitier, Iva Williams, Saralee Williams and Laverne Cooper; brother: Clarence Bain; adopted brother: Overseer Bishop Godfrey Williams; sistersin-law: Ellamae, Patricia, Princess and Noralee Bain; brother-in-law: Sam Betty; nieces: Janet, Yvette, Andrea, Alelia, Jennifer, Asia, Terrel, Sabrina, Renae, Monique, Shonique, Lisa, Samantha, Melissa, Elizabeth, Marshanna, Marquesha, Rashondra, Charlotte and Charlon; nephews: Alexander, Min. Norris, Don, Michael, Wade, Apostle Jacob, Benjamin, Vandyke, Edmund Jr., Humphrey, Ryan, Austin, Sancho, Allyvasso, Adrian, Jarrett, Nathaniel, Kevin and Kiko; uncle: George McKinney; aunt-in-law: Pearl McKinney; godchild: Pastor Tracey Knowles; granddogs: Royalty and Zoe; The Wheezy Crew: D’Shaun, Deja, Delicia, Dior, D’Andra, DeNaja and Dominick; cousins (offspring of the following): Prudence Johnson, Harriet Rolle, Viola Sands, Naomi Smith, Elma Holbert, Virginia Rolle and Ninah Bain-McKinney; extended family: Children of the late Wally Robinson, Charles Laing, Miranda

Innis, Minister Sophia Carey, David Carey, Willacene Cartwright and Patrick Cartwright; close friends: Princess Gilbert, Lorene Knowles, Naomi Cooper, Ophelia Brown, Elizabeth Anderson, Berthalee Edwards, Melvina Albury, Laverne Farrington (911), Melissa and Cinderella Bevans, Sandra MortimerRussell, Priscilla Rolle PNO, Kathy Saunders DPNO, Anna Demeritte SRTCN, Medical, Nursing and Administrative Staff at the Grand Bahama Health Services, Oncology Department at PMH, Cancer Society of The Bahamas, Pastor Laquez and Min, Chantal Williams, Pastors, Officers and Members at Jubilee Cathedral, Lifeguards Flow Group, Pastors, Officers and Members at the following Churches (these were the recipients of her generosity): Zion Baptist Church (Freeport), Canaan Baptist Church, Tabernacles Baptist Church, Central Church of God (Freeport), Grand Bahama Family Worship Center and Caravel Zion Baptist Church, The Progressive Liberal Party family (PLP), family Members and Neighbours at Cornwallis Place, the entire South Andros communities and a host of other Relatives and Friends too numerous to mention.

Viewing will be held in the “Celestial Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the PLP Headquarters, East Sunrise Highway, Freeport, Grand Bahama from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice For Bry’Anna Deshonti Deserinque Clarke, 28

a resident of Jamacia Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Magaret Hospital on Friday, June 5th, 2026.

She is survived by her parents: Deserat MajorSineus and Baldwin Clarke; grandparents: Elder Louise Major and Pastor Elect Ernest Clarke; siblings: Desernique Major, Trenee’ Boyd, Bradwin and Baldwin Clarke Jr., Quinn and Q’Mari Major and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Felest Bejamin Roberts, 73

a resident of Minnie Street, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Abraham’s Bay, Mayaguana, Bahamas died at his residence.

He is survived by his daughter: Shantel Roberts; grandchildren: Shannon, Florival and Treviah Roberts; siblings: Paulette Roberts, Apostle Winton Roberts J. P. M.O, Sherry Ann Roberts, Cherril Roberts, Garvin Roberts and Maxine Roberts and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Death Notices For

Glenroy Bernard Saunders, 82 affectionately called “Flo”

a resident of #38 Sunlight Cottage, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Friday, May 29th, 2026.

He is survived by his sons: Glen Sean (Jennifer), Glen Lavon, Glenroy, John (Ruthlene), Bernard (Amanda), Bernardo Saunders, Gaston Farrington, Brandon Lyles (Nayachaach), Dustin Stubbs and McNeil Albury; daughters: Shannon SaundersDean, Sheena Saunders (Melvin) and Patrice Cooper; brothers: Ormond and Orville Saunders; 20 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Theresa Maria Johnson, 43

a resident of Gilbert Street, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026.

She is survived by her sons: Devaughn and Davion Fleurme; parents: Amanda and Bruce Colebrooke; siblings: Cleo Cartwright, Annika Cartwright, Mandingo Cartwright and Amieal Cartwright and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Funeral Service For

Mrs. Francita Brice, 77 affectionately called “Fanny”

of #172 Morgan Lane, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Nassau, New Providence will be held on Sunday, June 14th, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at Freeport, Seventh Day Adventist Church, Gambier Drive and Anita Doherty Way, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Terry A. Tanis assisted by Elder Arleen Sands. Interment will follow at the Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama

She was predeceased by her husband: Leon Brice; sons: Dario, Bruno and Clifford Brice; granddaughter: Theresa Jessica Thompson-George, Mother, Alfreda White; father: Leroy Miller; brothers: Leroy Jr. (Glen), Thomas ( Hardy) and Keith Miller.

Precious memories will linger in the hearts of her loving and devoted daughter: Adeshia Brice-Briggs; son: Nako Brice; grandchildren: Andrea and Brett Smith, Lateshia, Dario, Cliffonya, Hailey and Arianna Brice; great granddaughters: Alysa, Alaina and Jessica Bustillo, Andrea, BriNyah, Lyric and Justice Smith; great grandsons: Brett Jr., Brendon, Da’Kai and Ma’Kai Smith Trayvon and Taivon George; sisters: Angie Smith, Nadine Vannoy, Carolyn Coakley, Marilyn Deshanks, Philipa Johnson, Rev. Dr. Sabrina Pinder, Syb Dixon, Zoe Powell, Cherilyn Bethel, Carolyn Cleare and Kitty Dean; brothers: Joseph McQuay, Tyrone, Rt. Hon. Leslie, Don, Rudolph (Rabbie), Terry, Robert and Van Miller; sisters-in-law: Silvia Bethel, Paula Brice, Rose Mitchel, Faye Dorothy, Jean, Iretta, Juanita and Junilor Miller; brothers-in-law: Ernest Smith, Greg Coakley, Rt. Hon. Bishop Carrington Pinder, Kevin Dixon, Robert Powell, Kenneth Bethel, Melpert Dean, Sidney Brice and Samuel Moncur; aunt: Nora Pinder; nephews: Ekwensi Hutcheson, Alexander Horton II (Alex), Anthony, Michael Horton, Brian Miller, Sgt. Shaphan Cartwright, Tyrus Cartwright, Craven and Marlon Lewis, Andrew (Lil drew) Johnson, Ujammaa Johnson, Derek, Kevin, Randy (Tasha), Crispin

(Lakara), Jamal (Darrian), Kenrick, Travis, Glen, Calvin, Thomas Jr. (Pete), Kevin (Harriet), Michael (Tiffany), Marvin, Morgan (CPL 3309 Malketa), Nathan, Kirk (Dellareese), Shaun (May), Brian (Phillipa), Michael, Kamal, Leslie, Montgomery (Patrelle), Mikhail, Larry, Ivan (Tanya), Clayton, Rio, Raynard Miller, Scott Pinder, Kelly Dixon, Blake Powell, Adam, Jonathan, Jerard, Keith (Allyn), Keiden Miller, Christopher (Ossha) Cleare, Devin (Lenora) Rolle, Kevin, Tony, Johnathan, Leon, Michael, Salvanis, Justin, Jason, Ian (ZNS) and Daniel (Santi), Alieu and Sulayman Njie, Antoine Bethel, Kevin Ferguson, Jonathan Cox, Jason, Michael Brice; nieces: Alexia Higgs, Sonia and Anishka Horton, Lorette Isaacs, Ashlynn Smith, Jorenda Braynen, Gidget Ramsey II, Nadia Brennen (White), Candese Rolle, Savannah (WhiteFolks), Karen, Lisa, Crystal, Anishka, Annastacia Miller, Silistina (George) Burrows, Glenda Rolle, Niki (Romeo) Archer, Tanya (Elmer) Lowe, Shavonne, Shantel, Yasmine Miller, Hon. Leslia (Leander) Brice, Skylan, Tameka (Marlin) Lynch, Ticole Miller, Rochelle (Bannerman) Campbell, Rudena, Blairtrica Miller, Tehranique Darrel, Revè Bain, Dr. Sabriquet Pinder-Butler, Janeile and Devera Pinder, Shahila (Bob) Walters, Caree (Lavado) Rolle, Slavonia (Andrè) Taylor, Karyn and Kerry Dixon, Dr. Skye (Shahin) Sulton, Chelse (Timothy) Neilly, Ashley and Whitney Miller, Melissa (Ray) Poitier, Khaaliyah, Kei-anna Miller, Trecara and Caryn Cleare, Tenetia (Eugene) Smith, W/Cpl. 3849 Reba Farrington, Carolyn, Bobbi, Tasha, Raquel, Joy, Meredith, Leslie, Olivea Bethel, Lavern, Terecita, Bernadette, Antia and Janet; numerous grandnieces nephews; cousins: Matthew (Yvonne), Timothy (Karen), Sean and Dillion Johnson, Alphonso, Joseph Cooper, Sunita Rolle and a host of other Relatives and Friends including: Edgerton Davis (Cutter), Vantiqua Forbes, Keshia, Jabaz Saunders and family, Troy Thompson and family, Christine and Reba Moss, Bridgewater family, Cedric Bain, Phillip Patton, Ena Cooper, Morgan Lane and Dampier Drive families, Michael Storr, Nana Woodside and family, Levaughn Dean, Derek Ingraham and family, Maxwell Smith and family, Members of the Taxi Union, Hon. Michael Pintard, Pastor Terry Tanis, Jarrod McPhee and family, Delores Dawkins, Glendia Sweeting and family, Violet Stubbs, Elaine Taylor, Anita Pinder and family, Norma Hedley, Janet Turnquest, Pastor, Jupiter Lane family, Officers and Members at St. Paul Methodist Church Family families at Great Harbour Cay. If for any reason your name was not mentioned, we apologize. The list of persons she has impacted is far too many to list them all.

Viewing will be held at the Church on Sunday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Services For

Annie May Fox, 85

of #23 Duke Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Andros, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, 11:00am at Calvary Bible Church, Sargent Major Road and Cromwell Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Darrin Rolle assisted by Pastor Alpheus Woodside and Bro. Rick Hield. Interment will follow in Le Pavillion, Settler’s Way, Freeport, Grand Bahamas.

She was predeceased by her son: Arisini.

Memories will forever linger in the heart of her devoted husband: Prince John Fox; children: Tiffany Curtis (Daron Curtis), Stacy Fox and Darren Fox (Laura); adopted son: Mac Lightbourn; adopted daughter: Sharice Rolle; grandchildren: Marqunique Taylor (Philip Jones), Thavis Adderley, Brian Robinson Jr., Paul Clarke, Manoah Carroll, Piaget Hall (Mikhal Hall), Patrina (Alvin Laing), Mya Lightbourn, Darrinay, Darren Jr., Madison, Brooke, Dennis, Alvin Harris Jr., Angie Higgs, Lawrence Bevans, Arisini Jr. and Arrianna Fox; great grandchildren: Isabella Taylor, Jefferson Bain, Philaire Jones, Philip Jr. Amari Adderley, Amir Hall, Amarius Hall, Trey Saunders, Trinity Laing, Alice Laing, Levarany Bain, Phileah Major, Vincent Bowe and Kinzen West; brother: Wilmore Smith; nieces & nephews: Kendall Saunders (Muriel Saunders), Ricardo Rolle (Sarah Rolle), Carol Morris, Angela, Sharon, Sharmaine, Henric & Kelvin Sands. Sharon Cunningha, Jethlyn, Byron, Carolyn, Sherill’s Mather, Derick, Portia, Monique, Mirium, Monalisa (Sauce) Sean Fo, Celest, David, Shantell, Nasio. Mechach (Crystal Matter) Trevon, Philip, Shem, Cyril, Abigail & Terez Wallace, Patrica Johnson, Kia, Kenya, Shagg, Jadey, Shemica (Dexten), Anton, Freddie, Effy Anishka, Anistacia, Keva, Byronae, Daytona, Miesha, Drasio. Byron Jr, Deonare, Mesiah, Shanatra, Blessings, Angel, Cindy, Breontae, Mesha, Nicholas, Shontae, Kalyn, Henrica, Danisha & Danielle Adderley, Dextinique, Amere, Lurauls ( Shavonne), Jermaine, Felicia, Felencia, (Marco Elceria) Ethan Saunders, Nicholas & Sydney Rolle Kelvonya, Casinique. Henrick Jr. Brown, Tino Elkino; sister-in-law: Virginia Bowleg (Fred Boweleg); numerous friends & relatives including: Calvary Bible Church family, Kemp Road Ministries, Wally(), Missick family, Cornell Stuart, Foxy Family, Strap, Bonnie McKenzie Family, Brown, Curtis Family, Newton family, Rolle family, Kia, Peaches, Garret, Jeffery, Tyeice, Shelly, Rachel, Sandra, Ned, Ronny, Delarece, Brown, Dwanetta, Tracy Ingrid Lavarity; special friends: Janette Lightbourne, Phillis Russell, Toni Rolle, Ms. Janet Jurnquest, Sharice Rolle Family, Joan Lavarity & family, General & Andre Taylor, Idens, Monique, Gertrude, Shantelle, Chadwick & Aled Hanna. Nathaniel & Denise Brown, Willa and numerous other family and friends.

Viewing will be held in the “Halcyion Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Mr. Cheran Henry Newbold, 74

of Wrexham Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, 10:00 a.m. at Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church, East Sunrise Highway, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Father Oswald Ferguson, Deacon Nixon Lindor, Deacon Jeffery Hollingsworth and Deacon Donald Duncombe. Cremation will follow.

Chearn leaves to cherish his precious memories, Brenda Howell; (Pauline James, Jermaine and Jay; brothers: Nathaniel Woodside, Eddison Woodside, Frank Simmons, Livingston Taylor and Glenroy Taylor (Margaret); sister: Vernetta Simmons-Smith (Sidney); sister-in-law: Cynthia Taylor; nieces: Rae Newbold, Thereas Simmons, W/Sgt. 3246 Shantell Newbold-Williams (Delano), Natischa Smith Kerline Taylor, Glendera Atkins (Nigel), Samantha,, Kenya and Laura; nephews: Theodore Newbold (Onekia), Aaron Newbold (Jessica), Lavance Smith (Nettie), Trinkious, Nazario, Raymond Taylor Jr. (Roshanda), Goulandris, Arnoldo, Jaron Taylor (Lashara), Glen Jr., Max and Mile, Perry and Nacario; grandnieces: Shantique Smith Cedtesh, Nila, Ciara, Audreymae, Adrianann, Alyssa, Abigail and Rashay; grandnephews: Lavance Jr., Raymond Jr., Goulandris Jr., Tarez, Aaron Jr., Aden, and Asher Lavance Jr., Laquan, Lazaria, Jeremiah Training Correction Officer Irvin Simmons; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Priests, Deacons, Officers and Members at Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church, Pastor, Officer and Members at Outreach Temple Church, Father Cooper, Mr. Herman Seymour, Nancy and Pedro Bowleg, Sharon Smith, Judy Smith, Linda Stevens, Andy Stevens, Leroy Stevens, Mrs. Katrina and Danny Francis, Kennth Dames, Donna Wilson, Natasha, Fredricka Farr, management and staff at Bank of Bahamas, management and staff at National Insurance, staff at the Freeport Library, Freeport News Class of 19__ and former staff of Syntex; special thanks to: Priests, Deacons, Officers and Members at Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church and the kind persons at Freeport.

Viewing will be held in the “Perpetual Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For

Former Island Administrator

Mr. Charles Dorman King Sr., 74

of #3 Pinta Avenue, South Bahamia, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Dumfries, Cat Island, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, 10:30 a.m. at O. R. King, Church of God, Dumfries, Cat Island, Bahamas. Officiating will be Bishop Birthlon Newbold and Rev. Christopher King. Interment will follow at the Churches Cemetery.

Precious memories will linger in the hearts of his loving and devoted wife: Corene “Sweetie” King; children: Toylene, Dorian, Dornique and Stanley King-Webb, Charles Jr. and Amanda, Marco and Nicole, Vanda, Nolan and Marie King; adopted children: Michael and Debra Armbrister, Inspector Raymond Cartwright and Tamera Thompson; grandchildren: Chequila, Andrera and Jayde King, Tijan and Tariq Kanteh, Dominick King and Dinah “Winifred” Best-King, Steven Jenkins Jr., Devanique Sands-King and Charlotte “Charlie” Rose Elizabeth King, Nolan King Jr., Nolanda, Noleasha, Noveah, Nolando and Horatio King; siblings: Rose Marie Major, Alvin and Deborah King; in-laws: Olympia and Michael Scott Nixon, Dora and Kevin Kelly (Matthew Town, Inagua); nephews and nieces: Brian and Tracy Glinton (Jonathan, Benjamin), Anya Williams (Courtney, Kaithlyn) Beauford and Agatha King (Beaufort Jr. (Miesha), Beautisca, Tanaz, Dedrie), Rev. Elmond and Michelle King, Thomas and Myrth King and family, Sylvia Bannister and family, Christine and Gary Wallen, Kenya King, Kendra Major (Diamond Berry), Charles Vincent and Kenrith King, (Silva (Sinai), Ryan, Stefan, Kenton, Charles Jr., Torry, Lanair, Cayden), Glenroy King, Stephanie King (Shantell, Indera), Donette Willams, Deborah King, Sancha King-Miller and Tyrone, Sheria King, Latoya and Gary Bethel, Valencia Sands (Akeem and Jermia), Floyd King (Floyd Jr.), Stephen McPhee, Doctor Mykahah Nixon, Gabrielle Nixon, Bonnie Rolle, Eulamae King (Lavardo, Jamal, Kayla, Paulette), Henry King, Nevlon, Mispah, Doralyn, Pearline, Drucilla, Tanya, Meka, Dijon, Vania, Clifton Gaitor, Joy (Lexi) and Cyril Gooding, Louise and Brenda, Paul and Michael King (Austin’s children) (Miami, Fla.); numerous godchildren including: Bennet Rahming, Kalissa Pinder, and Nandi Maynard; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Paul King, Ruth and Kim Outten-Stubbs and family, Garth King, Reverend Harrison (Rita, Harry Jr.), and Christopher King (Olive, Olivia, Danson, Clinton, Antonio, Deno), Ezra King and family, Cordell King (Cedell,

Britany, Perry) and family, Margaret Elizabeth and family, Kendal and Kemmy Seymour and family, Althamese and Danny King, enitre Kings families at Wilson Bay, Aldrin King and family, Irene King, Administrator Alexander Williams, James and Dorcas Vega Family, Reverend Troy Ambrose and family, Zilpha Campbell and family, Sonia, Keva Edgecombe, Kay Criswell, Mr. Giant Carey (Eleuthera), Barrett McDonald and family, Administrator Cunningham and family, Alworth Rolle and family, Canard Bethel and family; entire families at North Cat Island, the Deans, Stubbs’, Campbell’s, Ambrose, Webb’s, Pratt’s, Newbold’s, Rolle’s, Cleare’s, Williams’; Charles Campbell, The Hepburn’s, Miller’s, Wilson’s, Moncur’s, and Turner’s, entire Family Island Administrators and Local Government Officials and Staff, The Ladies of the Parliamentary Department (Freeport, Grand Bahama), Central Church of God family, Dumfries-Church of God family and the entire Commonwealth of The Bahamas, where he worked extensively; special thanks and commendation to: the Rand Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Dr. Mykahah Nixon, Dr. Stubbs, and everyone from the front office to the Nurses and Staff, for the love, care, and attention extended to our beloved Father and Mummy’s Husband. We apologize if anyone was omitted during our time of bereavement.

Viewing will be held at O. R. King, Church of God, Dumfries.

Death Notice

For Sheena Inell Pedican Saunders, 59

a resident of Alice Town, Bimini, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, June 4th, 2026.

She is survived by her husband: Christopher Saunders; sons: Chrishawn, Carson and Christie Saunders; daughters: Chrishayna Saunders-Clarke and Jennifer Saunders; grandchildren: Treyshawn and Layla Saunders, Cree Saunders, Carson Saunders Jr., Chrishawna and Glendria Rolle, Reno and Trino Stevenson and Khristeena Clarke; mother: Majorie Pedican; siblings: Pandora Darville, Madline, Matthew, Samuel and Jamaal Pedican, Jackqline Cash and Bernice Williams; daughter in laws: Lisa and Brittany Saunders and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Funeral Services For

Charles Austin Pinder Jr., 41

of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, 11:00am at St. Mark’s Methodist Church, Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas. Officiating will be Pastor Collin Moss assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will be held in Big Bay Cemetery, Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera.

He was predeceased by his mother: Laurel BethelPinder; brother: Ephesius Pinder

Precious memories will remain in the hearts of his son: Charles Pinder III; father: Charles Pinder Sr.; sisters: Appalonia Pinder, Deondra Williamson, Ghandira Bethel, Shawnette (Charels) McCardy and Omesha Lee; brothers: Cheranuk Pinder and Adolphus Davis; adopted brothers: Tyrone Roberts Jr., Desmond Bowles, Matthew (Marilyn-Jessie) Carey and Armard Thompson; adopted mother: Dorothy Bethel; nephews: Ephesius Pinder Jr., Cheranuk Pinder Jr., Tykai Moss, Jabez Isaacs, Shon Brown Jr., D’Marijo Williamson, Alonzo Bowles Jr. and Javon Reckley Jr.; nieces: Johnell Ramsey, Alicia Rolle, Shontay Brown, Shawnna Bethel and Zoey Bowles; aunts: Rev. Katherina Durham, Wilhemina (Daniel) Ferguson, Audrey Gibson and Annamae (Grant) Cambridge; Uncles: Cedric Sr. (Lonnie) Rolle and Junior Rolle; cousins: Bernadette Bethel, Elroy (Freda) Knowles, Ruthie McPhee, Deon, Jermeco, Jason, Marlon Jr., Shavanna and Adrianna, Louise (Thomas Sr.) Pinder, Tammika (Elvis) Cooper, Christelean (Lamont) Knowles, Thomas Jr. (Antonia) Pinder, Latricia Cambridge, Shungrea (Lagrand), Lamahria and Lashan Kelly, Chavano Wood, Tamara (Arthur) Nixon, Sherial Frazierm Dwayne Bullard, Deonecia Taylor, Thelia (Eline), Brady and Breona Sineus, Judith, Valentine (Charlene), MacDonna and Quintero Johnson, Tonnecia and Tonnario McKenzie, Shanta Belle, Vernell, Altonette (Shanell), Altonisha, Altonia and Alton Jr. Ferguson, Laurie, Terry and Antonia Belle, Jamelia Thompson, Granton, Graquan, Graquay and Grant Jr. Cambridge, Owen and Sherial Campbell, O’neil Johnson, Charles, Kendall, Claudius and Lawrence Bethel, Howard, Jefferson and Ted Bethel, Clarrington and Clarrington Jr. Ferguson, Lorenzo (Suzette), Theodore and Franklyn Durham, Bertheria Pickstock, Schavella Beckford, Lakeisha Ward, Dwayne, Corneil (Deandra) and Navardo Johnson, Xenia Greene, Marcia Bethel, Jason, Emile, Narinthio, Jason Jr., Jasadette and Gabrielle Hepburn, Jasmine Johnson, Jameka Gibson, Paris Bethell, Solomon and Michael Rolle, Cassandra and Anika Johnson, Sharon Rolle, Wanda, Yuwanda and Cassandra Roberts, Shavonne Turnquest, Tyrowanda Lewis, Raquel Beneby, Reosha and Ashontae McQueen, Anisha Beneby-Richette, Ramaldo Ross, Kevinique Bethel, Rayshan Thompson, Lolita Bethel-Seymour, Lajerah Musgrove (Garvin) Kelly, Bernadette Brown and family, Johnny and Richard Cleare and family, Sheena Duncombe and family, Claudius Bethel Sr. and family, Patsy Johnson and family, Carmetta Dean and family, Neutie Seymour and family, Voilet Bethel and family, Minerva Delancey and family, Beatrice Rolle and Family, Cecil McCardy Jr., Mark Kemp of Kempco Construction, the doctors and

nurses of the Hatchet Bay Clinic, staff of the Princess Margaret Hospital, St. Marks Methodist Church, and the entire community of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera.

Viewing will be held at St. Mark’s Methodist Church, Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera on Friday from 7:00 pm until service time at the church on Saturday.

Mr. Steven Anthony Campbell, 65

of #8 Lindsell Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, 10:00 a.m. at New Life Worship Center, Park Royal Drive off Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Shervin Green assisted by Elder Sherlin Williams. Interment will follow at Le Pavillion Interment and Mausoleum, Cathedral Boulevard (Settler’s Way), Freeport, Grand Bahama.

Precious memories will linger in the hearts of his loving and devoted sons: Deniko Anthony Campbell and Thristane Ashley Campbell; he also warmly embraced the role of parent to Xavier Brown, Jerrell Jackson, Rakeem Tinson and Serena Harris; wife: Andrea Campbell; brother: Jacob Campbell (Thelma); sister-in-law: Mary Wells; nieces: Rose Moncur (Patrick), Christine Howell, Maria Wilson, Terry Ferguson, Donna Ferguson, Mary Cartwright, Martha Beneby, and Ruth Knowles (Tracey); nephews: Edward Ellis Jr., Sammy Ellis, Joel Ellis, Dean Wells Jr. (Minister Genevieve Wells), Apostle Raymond Wells (Pastor Olivia Wells), Kendro Campbell, Howard Stubbs and Steven Stubbs; grandnieces: Clementina Lewis (Bishop Jason Lewis), Howanique Howell, Lakera Major, Petra Collins, Raven Ellis, Jazmyne Duncombe, Raenell Saunders and Shekhinah Wells; grandnephews: Romano Howell, Kenneth Moncur, Javon Moncur, DeWitt Kemp Jr., Ayanda Kemp, DeAndre Kemp, Jakeem Ellis, Joel Ellis Jr., Alexio Ferguson, Marcellus Ferguson, Treadante Ferguson, Joshua Wells, DeNiro Wells and DeAngelo Wells; special friends: Cecilia Outten and family; Pastor Stanley Rolle and Kathy Rolle and family; Pastor Dexter McDonald, Members at Community Outreach Word of Deliverance; Bishop Shervin Green (Minister Jeanette Green), Members at Best Life Faith Center, Minister Leroy Forbes, Donna Williams, Alex Williams, Janine Tinson, Pastor Leon and Evette Sturrup, Pauline Burrows, Judith Rolle, Katherine Henfield, Lolita Outten, Janet Johnson, Annarine Johnson, Rudolph Johnson, Maxcine Johnson, Bettin Green, Annabelle Farrington, Jones family, Kelly family; Forbes family, and many more devoted friends, church family members and former foster children and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Viewing will be held in the “Serenity Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Services for

Ralph Alexander Watson, 86

of Hammerhead Road, Nassau East North and formerly of Long Island will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday 12th June 2026

St. Anne’s Anglican Church, Fox Hill. Officiating will be Archdeacon, The Ven. Hugh A. Bartlett Jr. assisted by Retired Archdeacon, The Ven. G. Kingsley Knowles. Interment will follow in St. Anne’s Church Cemetery, Fox Hill.

Left to cherish fond and precious memories are his Wife: Euricka Watson; Son: Ansel Alexander Watson; Daughter: Dorna Moxey; Daughter-in-law: Deborah Watson; Granddaughters: Alexandria, Alecia, Simone, Kristy; Grandsons: Doran and Christopher; Brother: Apostle Edward Watson; Brothers-in-law: Gordon Lightbourn Sr., Valance Turnquest; Sisters: Winifred Roberts, Eva Lightbourne, Myrtlyn Watson, Rowena, Dorene Turnquest; Sisters-in-law: Apostle Lee and Blanche Watson; Nephews: George, Senator Clint, Andrew, Kevin, Robin, Robert, Gordon Jr, Shervaughn, Gerrad, Peter, Erlin, Barry, Marlin, Vardo, Clyde; Nieces: Dornell, Laverne, Pastor Necole, Gweneth, Genaye, Snovakia, Nickare, Nicole, Valencia; Relatives and Friends including: The Newbolds Family, Corey Williams, Nicole & Ruth Moxey, Sonia Hamilton, Members of St. Annes ACM, The Carters, The Blacks, Mrs. Eva Rolle, The Deans, Dwayne Tucker, The Majors, The Bullards, The Moncurs, Kings, Beckles, Bowlegs, Seymours, Boyds, The Williams siblings, and The Nairn Families, Descendants of the families from Mortimer’s, Gordons & wider Long Island Families including Familes of The Watsons, Mortimer’s, Majors, Deans & Cartwrights; Other Relatives and Friends including: The Rotary Club of New Providence, St. Paul’s, The Apostle Catholic Church Community, Mr.Troy Rahming, Dr. Beverton Moxey, Dr. Patrick Cargill, Dr. Mucomba Millar, The Medical Team at 4th Floor Doctors Hospital, Dr, Campbell & The Dental Team, The Staff of QVS Pharmacy, Seagrapes Mall, Dr. D Curling and Dr. Halkitis at Oncology Center, PMH, Miss Kay, Miss Casandra & Miss Marjorie and a host of other relatives and friends

May His Soul Rest In Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Thursday (TODAY)11th June 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 12th June 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time

Charlotte Beatrice Kelly, 76

of Poinciana Avenue, South Beach will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday 12th June 2026 at All Saints Anglican Church, Joans Heights. Officiating will be Rev. Fr. Bradley Miller assisted by other members of the clergy. Cremation will follow.

Precious memories will forever be cherished by her Son: Raynard Christopher Burnside (Christina); Daughter: Lashantia Racquel Burnside; Grandchild: Julz; Sisters: Nora Pinder and Ethamae Major; Nephews: Cornelius, Jerome, Kendal, Marvick, Ellie, Denroy, Dwayne, John, Micheal, Rodney, Alonzo “Grimmick”, Navada (Tanica) & Kevin; Nieces: Terry, Leana, Francita, Arnita, Deborah, Stephanie, Suzzette, Florence, Denise, Ruthmae, Tanya, Debbie (Tomeko), Jacqueline Williams, Joycelyn (Kevin), Joann, Makeba (Joseph), Michelle, Carol (Brent), Nicola & Anastasia; Numerous other relatives and friends including; Joseph Harding (Synovia), Sherene Knowles, Roberto Bethel, Shernell Scavella, Dawsin Major, Laurence Burnside, Frank Armbrister, Anatol Strachan, Viola Knowles, Ruthie Newbold, Alphonso Newry, Raymond Tucker, Dr. David Sands, Dr. Christina G. Messarra, The Strachan & The Rolle Family, respectively of South Beach Estates.

May Her Soul Rest In Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Thursday (TODAY)11th

June 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 12th

June 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time

Funeral Service for

Geraldine Eunice Brown, 96

of Alice Town, Bimini will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday 13th June 2026 at Our Lady’s and St. Stevens Anglican Church, Bailey Town, Bimini. Officiating will be Bishop Laish Boyd assisted by other members of the clergy. Interment will follow in Our Lady’s and St. Stevens Anglican Church Cemetery, Bailey Town, Bimini.

Left to cherish her memories are her loving, devoted and caring children: Larry and Corrine Brown, Ena Brown Marie and Gary Cooper, Leslie Fox, Grace Douglas, Kirk and Judy Thompson; grandchildren: Anitra Basden- Brown and Assistant Superintendent Dion Brown, Lavar (Sommer) Brown, Lavonne (Geovanie) Rodgers, Sharene Cooper, Captain Jevon Cooper, Davia and Kingsley Fox, Gezel Lindo; Great Grand Children: Shatyrra Basden, Leo IV, Aliyah and Tristan Simmons, Deschante and Dion Jr., Amaylee and Liam Brown, Hailey and Aiden Rodgers, Jade Brice, King Fox (she called him her Boss Man); Great Great Grandchildren: Lea and Tylen; Sisters: June Sands, Patricia Kenney, Roslyn Dean, Dressler and Iris Sherman; Brothers: Arthur III, Basil, Cecil, Alvin, Bert, Godfrey and Brently Sherman; Sisters-in-law: Betty, Rose, Patty and Prudence Sherman; Brothersin-law: Wilfred Weech and Paul Dean; Nieces: Jeanine, Phillippa, Denise, Sonya, Patricia, Bridget, Italia, Lisa, Tanya, Simone, Ericka, Vanessa, Viveca, Yawntelay, Tinni, Ashley, Glenise, Olivia, Amelia, Briquel, Facita, Quasette; Nephews: Dr. Mark, Andre, Keith, Rory, Paul, Michael, Kevin, Olufemi, Godfrey Jr, Godwin, Larvado, Tracie and Trevor; Adopted Children: Anja, Fran, Paige, Gillian, Italia, Ingrid and Andrea; Numerous God Children including: Sharon Wallace, Grace Douglas, Gilda Saunders, Stephanie Evans, Donna Grant, Elsa Roberts and Darlene Sawyer; Relatives including: Barry & Stephanie Sawyer and family, Corine and Carol Sherman, Olga Wilchombe and Family, Agnes Saunders and Family, Ossie Davis and Family, The Bosfield Family, The Francis Family, Descendants of the late Arlington and Brenetta Sherman, Descendants of the late John and Merle Roberts, Descendants of the late Eric and Alma Sawyer, Eunice Sherman and

Family, Descendants of the late Vervie Thomas, Rodney and Francis Williams and Family, Descendants of the late George and Minette Sherman, Descendants of the late Ralph and Corine Bartlett, Mildred Sherman and Family, Warren Glass and Family; Other Relatives and Friends: Frank and Merrill Hinzey and Family, Ruthmae Dames and Family, George and Curlean Weech and Family, Lionel and Claudette Rolle and Family, Antoinette Rolle and Family, The Cash Family, The Cooper Family, David Fox, The Fox Family, Renee and Ralph McKinney, Anita Gomez and Family, Bonnie Rolle, Carrie Newbold, Margaret Smith, Elizabeth Roberts, Cora Rolle and Family, Autrey Russell and Family, Barbara and Otis “Junior” Hanna, Martha Stuart, Faye Saunders and Family, Fabian Stuart and family, John and Beverley Curtis, Mr. & Mrs. Alfred Russell and family, Mr. & Mrs. Joe Blanc, Mr. & Mrs. George Martin and family,, Mr. and Mrs. Fabian Bain, Ms. Carolyn McPhee, Shavonne Sands, Andrea Rolle and Family, Honorable Hurbert Ingraham, David Wallace, Cleola Saunders, Darlene Rolle and Family, Marie Robins and Family, Descendants of the late Hank Davis, Beatrice Thompson and Family, Shirley Ritchie and Family, Malcolm Pinder, Marchanell Dean, Renata Dames, Rex Wilson, Hugh Rolle, Elshadre Robins, Barry Dames, Terry & David Rolle, Jasmine Coakley, Nurse Brown and family, Jakari Johnson, Descendants of the late Prudence McPhee, Khrishna Brown, James Albury, James and Barbara Weech, Staff of Browns Food Supply, King Brown Hardware and Jontra’s Grocery, Members of the Widows Club, The entire Bimini Community, Bishop Laish Boyd and Family, Fr Colin Saunders and Family, Fr Joseph Mycklewhyte and Family, Fr Kari Marcelle and Family, Fr DeAngelo Bowe and Family, Pastor Kellin Russell and Family, Bishop Benjamin and Sister Jen Rolle, Bishop Edmond Ellis and Mrs. Ellis, Pastor Vellie Peire, Apostle Gilbert Rolle and Lady Rolle, Pastor Chris Saunders, Pastor Joel and Elder Edris Rolle, Our Lady and St Stephen’s Anglican Church Family, Anglican Church Women of Our Lady and St. Stephen’s, the Church of the Most Holy Trinity Family, The staff of Reliable Nursing Care and Angel Elite Nurses, Dr. Graham Cates, Sharon Thompson, Dr. Bimal Francis, Dr. Dane Bowe, Dr. Belgrave-King; Care Givers: Veronica Gray, Norcile Francois (Ms. Freeman) and Andrea Major.

If we omitted anyone, please forgive us.

May Her Soul Rest In Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Thursday (TODAY) 11th June 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; at the church in Bailey Town, Bimini on Friday 12th June 2026 from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 13th June 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service for

Grace Cherice Stephanie Duncombe, 53

of Hamshire Street, Westward Villas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 13th June 2026 at Salem Union Baptist Church, Taylor Street. Officiating will be Rev’d Stephen G. Duncombe assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleums, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road.

Grace was predeceased by her Parents: Wendal William Duncombe and Florinda Mathatis Miller Duncombe; Sister: Donna Lauretta Duncombe; Nephew: Reuben E. Cooper III; Grandparents: Thomas William Duncombe, Laura Colebrooke Duncombe, Madlina Sandilands and Ezekiel Miller.

Grace is lovingly remembered by her Son: Gervez Donté Hamilton; Siblings and Spouses: Daphne A. Duncombe Cooper & His Excellency, Dr. Reuben E. Cooper, Junior, Reverend Stephen G. Duncombe & Rachael Jacqueline Pople Duncombe, Patrice D. Duncombe Saunders & Retired Sergeant Joseph Anthony Saunders, Wendy L. M. Duncombe Moss and Tavalla L. Sherman; Nieces & Nephews and Spouses: Reuné Cooper, Stephen (SG) II & Dr. Bryauna Duncombe, Stenard & Amber Duncombe, Simone Duncombe Cox & Lieutenant Commander (RBDF) James Cox, Sergeant 2983 (RBPF) Janario Saunders, Tishana Saunders, Chanté Saunders, Edward Moss, Gabrielle Moss Missick and Isaac Missick, William Moss and Tristan Sherman; Grandnieces & Grand Nephews: Tyrique Saunders, Sion Duncombe, Dior & Danae Mitchell, Bailey Saunders, Sire Duncombe and Judah Cox; Aunts & Uncle: Pastor Larry & Wendy Duncombe, Carolyn Duncombe and Edith Anderson; Cousins: Christopher Knowles, Erica Duncombe-Ingraham & Family, Lashanda Simmons-Alexie, Linda Basden, Glenda Thompson, Renee Duncombe, Sandy Smith, Deborah and Edward Ingraham, Kevin, Samuel II (Benny), Kendrick & Quentin and Rev. Karon Anderson, Willie Jean, Libby, Vivia, Cindy, Langton Jr. and Dawn Bain and their families, Raymond Forbes, Loretta “Jenny” Mott, Carmen Forbes, Karen “Peggy” Deveaux, Ellarice Thurston and Pamela Taylor and their families, Rev. Arlington Moss & Family, Families of the Late Charles & Sydney Dames, Carnett, Cyril and Emerson Pinder and their families, Verna Stubbs & Family, Dr. Nelson, Mark and Serethea Clarke and their families, Denise Fernander & Family, Sandra Bastian & Family. Leonard Braynen & Family, Adrianna Roberts & Family, Arlene McKinney & Family, Lieutenant Judy Benjamin & Family; Godparents: Rev. Dr. Philip B. McPhee, Willamae Johnson, Minera Sweeting Jones, Rev. Patricia Larramore Chisholm and their families; Other Relatives & Friends: Joanne Poitier & Family, Ricardo Hamilton, Timothy Bailey & Family, Gregory Moss, Chrystal Thompson & Family, Dionyssa Campbell, Faith Francis & Family, Corinne Laville & Family, Ingrid Rolle-Curry &

Family, Hilda Strachan & Family, Wayne Brennen, Collette Saunders Brown & Family, Christal Bastian & Family, Deacon Beryl Rolle, Deacon John and Laverne Pople, Deacon Erin Stubbs, Evangelist Rose Curtis & Family, Judy Phillips & Family, Britney Armbrister, Elsie Pilgrim & Family, Marina Trotman, Laron Bethel, Melanie Bannister & Family, Ayesha & Iantha Cleare & Family, Gregory Thompson & Family, Carla Kemp & Family, Val Kemp & Family, Leila Ameristar, Delano Braynen, Earl Bostwick, Jetson Harvey, Yvette Culmer, Claudette & Brian Nixon & Family, Taniko Cunningham & Family, Collette Sullivan-Brown & Family, Sheila Baptiste & Family, Naurel Watkins & Family, Andretti McPhee & Family, Noemi Higgs & Family, Tyrone Bethel & Family, Gregory Thompson & Family, Rochelle Adderley & Family, Javier Bowe & Family, Minister Crystal Stubbs & Family, Lorraine Armbrister, Carla Moss Fitzgerald & Family, Paige McKinney & Family, Crystal Phillip-Pitt & Family, The Pople Family, Minister Janice & Austin Knowles, Evangelist Marilyn Ingraham & Family, Dr. Jennifer Wells Carey & Family, Deborah McKenzie & Family, The Family of the late Rubert Duncombe, The Family of the late Rennal Duncombe, the Family of the late Lillian Rolle, Rosemary Williams & Family, Family of the late Catherine Moxey, the Family of the late Helen Adderley, Patrick Rose & Family, Helena Rolle, Dianne Munroe, Family of the Late Jeffrey Bannister, Sandra Stubbs & Family, Minister Dicrius & Esmae Ramsey & Family, Family of the Late Zilpha Mackey, Lynette Storr and Family, The Family and descendants of the Late Simeon “Bulla Sim” Brown, The Families of the Late Annie-Mae Campbell, The Family of the late Alzona Taylor, Rev. Maedawn Munroe & Family, Kenneth Saunders, Bishop Ronald and Doreth Campbell & Family, Pastor Merian Roberts & Family, Rev. Sheila McPhee & Family, Family of the late Rev. Elva Johnson, Rev. Dr. Anthony Williamson, Rev. Charlene McPhee & Family, Rev. Deno Cartwright & Family, Rev. Edris Bowe & Family, Gregory Thompson & Family, Krysty Williams and Family, Yvette Smith & Family, Bannerman Campbell, Ricardo Roberts, Sian Bevans Clarence Culmer & family, Tanya Sweeting & Family, Corrington Maycock & Family, Warfield Bain, Patrice Deleveaux, Jeffrey & Loretta Simmons & Family, Deborah Foulkes, Flora Strachan Moss, Sheila Seymour & Family, Elsie Strachan & Family, Family of the Late Minerva Fyne, Family of the Late Nathaniel Jack Miller, the Baillou, Rodgers, Miller and Duncombe Families of South Andros, The Jubilee Mission Baptist Church Family, The Mt. Calvary Baptist Cathedral Family, The Mission Baptist Church Family, Rev. Dr. Keith Russell, Staff of Commonwealth Brewery Limited, Staff of St. Thomas Medical Centre, Staff of Public Hospitals Authority, Staff of the Serology Department, Princess Margaret Hospital, Dr. Duane Sands and Staff of The Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Institute, Dr. Drexel Williams and Staff of Golden Gates Clinic, President Sam Thibaud and United Football Club, Queens College Class of 1989, the Hampshire Street, Westward Villas Community; and many 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 12th June 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 13th June 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service for

Retired Sargeant of RBPF Maxwell Lightbourn, 86

of Water Street, Big Pond Subdivision and formerly of Sandy Point, Abaco will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday 12th June 2026 at St. John’s Native Baptist Church, Meeting Street. Officiating will be Bishop Carrington Pinder assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Cremation will follow.

He is survived by his Wife: Mary Jean Lightbourn; Children: (Daughters) Christine Lightbourn, Clemma (Willie) Bain, Cleopatra Burrows, Sheron Gedeon, and Dr. Tiffany Lightbourn; (Sons) Warren Lightbourn, Keith (Deondra) Lightbourn, Clifton Lightbourn, Shawn Lightbourn and Wilson (Nathalie) Bain; Grandchildren: Antonio Dean, Rochelle Dean, Tameka Munroe, Tamara Munroe, Petra Smith, Patacia Smith, Seyoum Deveaux, Shanice Gibson, Malike Gedeon, Deanka Lightbourn, Clifton Lightbourn, Clivance Lightbourn, Shaniqua Bain, Willie Bain Jr., Samantha Bain, Nickolai Lightbourn, Ro-Ann Lightbourn, LaChelle Lightbourn; Nieces and Nephews: Stephen (Althea) Bain, Margaret Rodgers, Ann Fowler, Patricia Fowler, Elvin (Deborah) Fowler Jr., Linamae (Ethric) Bowe, Karen Ingraham, Antoinette (Charles) Moultrie, Vernita Johnson, Nigel (Katie) Roberts, Esther Cleare, Rev. Nicholas (Melvina) Roberts, Rev. Jason (Oeisha) Roberts; A host of Grand nieces and Grandnephews including: Ta-Lisa, Dr. Antoinique (Shervon), Anthony, Keva, Lakeisha, Francis, Roderick, Travaldo (Lindsay), Dominique (Claudine), Denardo (Mia), D’Nealson, Dr. Wilnaye (Deron), Anthony (DJ), Dr. Juana, Kevin Jr.; Numerous Great Grandchildren and Great-Great-Grandchildren; Godchild: Eulin (Mel) Dames. Neighborhood son: Floyd ‘Bully’ Lewis; Caregiver: Nichola Morgan; Other relatives and friends: Bishop Carrington and Mother Sabrina Pinder & family; Bishop Michael & Rev. Hilda Symonnette & family, the St. John’s Native Baptist Cathedral family including the Men’s Fellowship and the Usher Board, Mr. Edney Gaitor and family, the Dames family, Dr. Nelson Clarke, Dr. Herbet Orlander, Dr. Dean Tseretopoulos, Rochelle Lightbourn, Children of Ella and Cyril (deceased) Dean, Children of the late Ernest and Eula Dean, Children of the late Whitney & Salomie Clarke, Virgie Lightbourn and family, Angela Brennan Bain and family, Drs. Virgil and Nona Storr and family, Doctors and nursing staff of the Princess Margaret Hospital, the Kiwanis Club, Tarrell Cooper; Daron Strachan, David Fowler and family, the residents of Big Pond subdivision and the beloved community of Sandy Point, Abaco.

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Thursday (TODAY) 11th June 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 12th June 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time

Judymae Antionette Stubbs, 61

of Frazier Allotment, Soldier Road will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday 13th June 2026 at Zion Baptist Cathedral, East and Shirley Streets. Officiating will be Rev. T.G. Morrison assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Cremation will follow

Left to cherish fond memories of Judymae are her Son: Anthony Rolle; Daughters: Antoinette (Ekwensi) Hutcheson, Julisa Chea, Selicia Rolle, Anastacia Gilbert; Grand Child: Aria Beckles; Sisters: Agartha Stubbs, Samantha Stubbs, Lorca Bowe; Brother: Leroy (Veronica) Stubbs; Nieces: Lakeisha Swaby, Shanell Swaby, Brunisha Lynes; Nephew: Dante Lynes; Grand-nieces: KayAntè Lynes, Willow Demeritte; Grand-nephews: Alshano Poitier, Cleshawn Newton, Ayden Fox, Da’Khari Lynes; Aunts: Rosemary Gilbert, Iva Gilbert, Arlene Gilbert; Uncles: Andrew Gilbert, Dennis Gilbert, Keith Gilbert; Cousins: Gordon (Patsy) Rahming, Vernell Moss, Gary (Theola) Edgecombe, Michelle (Ian) Rolle, Sharon (Kevin) Sands, Derrick Gilbert, Daphne (Dwayne) Williams, Peter Smith, Andreine (Stewart) Courtney, Adrian (Kim) Gilbert, Morgan and Manishka Gilbert, Constance GilbertMcDonald, Natasha (Mario) Brown, Ernest Gilbert Jr., Vandette Carey, Tyrone (Dianna) Gilbert, Keno and Ashford Gilbert, Menachem Gilbert, Keith (Yvette) Todd and Karen Gilbert; Special Family Friends: Anthony Stubbs, Melony McKenzie, Nathalie Strachan, Alyssa Gibson, Linique Edwards, Dwight Allen, Deon Robinson, Ansel Beckles, Selvin & Rebecca Richards, Sean Gibson; Other Relatives and Friends too numerous to mention; persons that have been integral parts of our family for many years. The Department of Environmental Health, especially, Oniel Missick, Calvin Taylor, Loann Johnson, Shanty Richards, Lawrence Burrows, Wendy Finlayson, Barbara Farquharson, Christine Greene and all the special clients she worked with throughout the years. Special thanks to Dr. Juana Rodgers, Dr. Fredrick Smith, the staff at Doctor’s Hospital Centerville Medical Center and The Zion Baptist Church Family.

May Her Soul Rest In Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 12th June 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 13th June 2026 from 1:00 p.m. until service time.

Funeral Services for

Joycelyn Bootle, 71

of Murphy Town, Abaco, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, 13th June 2026 at New Birth Church, Faith Avenue and Bellot Road. Officiating will be Pastor Bruce Davis assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Joycelyn is preceded in death by her Son: Mario Bootle Sr.

Left to cherish fond and precious memories of her are her Life-long Partner: Sandell Jones; Daughters: Marva (Carl) Archer, Wendy (Damalus) Curry and Darlane Russell; Step-Children: Zyandric (Natasha) Jones, Dwayne (Genesse) Jones, Lloydria Rolle; Grand children: Sidney, Carl Jr., Alexea, Anaya, Krizia, Shenaiy, Mario Jr., Dario, Mo’eshia, Brittney, Shaquan, Jaheim, Brody, Bryce and Brooklyn; Step-Grand Children: Avah, Zynair, Zaire and Rhylen Jones; Great Grandchildren: Alaia and Moana; Niece: Kizzy Russell; Nephews: Terrance and Travis Russell; Aunts: Enid McDermott and Firstina Swain; Uncle: Norris Saunders; Godmother: Leona McDonald; God children: Anna Young, Ashron Williams, Chaz Deveaux, Taj Anderson, Rogette Curry, Lachrisser Scriven; Special friends and family: Rhashaiy Hutchinson, Stephanie (Woodroe) Barnett, Yolanda Levy, Preola Brookes, Miriam Bass, Herman, Clevie & Stephen Sawyer, Lashandra (Kenton) Black, Verneka Cox, Payton Black, Trevor (Gina) Swain, Crystal (Jexell) Tinker, Yvonne Saunders, Gerelene, Vera, Melvin, Sidney, Plural, Ellen, Patrice, Jack, James, Leona Mills, Carlos, Ronald and Kevin Swain, Greg Adderley, Edward Rolle, Maryann Deveaux, Ruth Davis, Della Davis, Norma Delancy, Ricardo Darville, Julia Mills, Ethlee Hart, Cecil Delancey, Rev. Carlton Dorsette, Rosalyn Valsaint, Shirley Lockhart, Shein Dames, Lillian Williams, Angela Lowe, Audley, Floyd, Rustin, John and Paul Swain, Pamela Munroe, Melvena Swain, Zambrie Whittam, Terrinique Pennerman, Mary and Martha, Barbara Thurston, Genivieve Simms, The Bootle Family, The Russell Family, The Jones Family, The Dawkins Family, The Knowles Family, The Mitchell Family, Pastor Bruce Davis and The New Birth Church Family, The Life Changers Ministry Family and the entire communities of Dundas and Murphy Town, Abaco.

May Her Soul Rest In Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 12th June 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 13th June 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Deaconess Emerald Roker, 90

of Chenille Ave., Garden Hills #2 and formerly of Scrubbs Hill, Long Island will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday 13th June 2026 at New Bethlehem Baptist Church, Independence Drive. Officiating will be Rev. Tyrone Laing assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Left to cherish fond memories of Emerald are her Sister: Gloria (Joshua) Major & Family; Nieces and Nephews: Patricia Lightbourne & Family, Priscilla Armbrister & Family, Wendy Morris & Family, Barbara Fowler & Family, Kenria Smith & Family, Trudymae & Deacon Oral Ambrose, Dion Newman & Family, Kenris Longley & Family, Kenneth Lightbourne & Family, William Butler & Family, Kelsey Roxbury & Family, Paul Taylor & Family, Thomas Talbot & Family, Jonette Ramsaran & Family, Bishop Jonathon Ramsey & Family (USA), Janice Davis & Family (USA), Princess Cunningham & Family (USA), Evelyn Ramsey & Family (USA), Carlton Roxbury & Family (Freeport) Melvern Hall & Family (USA), Newtlyn Higgs &, Family (Long Island), Samuel Johnson & Margaret Fowler-Ferguson (USA), Newton Roxbury & Family, Georgina Fernander & Family, Delsine Ingraham & Family, Candise Simon & Family, Kelphine Ramsey & Family, Lycetta Adderley & Family, Althea Hepburn & Family, Josephine Burrows & Family, Lillian Fox & Family, Ruth Bullard & Family, Brenda Taylor & Family, Dorothy Taylor & Family, D’Varos Newman and Atwell Morris; Other Family Members: Reverend Tyrone Laing & Family, Reverend Sheila Brown & Family, New Bethlehem Baptist Church Family, Minister Virginia Moss, Minister Christine Seymour, Dean Family (Love Hill, Andros), Tyrone Rolle & Family Nurse Beneby, Nurse Thomas, Nurse Collins-Rolle, Roberts Family, Majorie Wallace, Evelyn Lopez & Family, Miriam Brown, Patsy Burrows, Louise Adderley, Kenyatta Armbrister and The Garden Hills #2 Family; Special thanks: to the Doctors and Nurses of Female Medical #2, Princess Margaret Hospital.

May Her Soul Rest In Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 12th June 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 13th June 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Loftus Thomas Butler, 91 (Former Surveyor General at Department of Lands and Surveyors)

Death Notices for Death Notice for Clarice Diane Hutchinson-Smith, 68

of Tuckaway Road and formerly of Roseau, Dominica, died at his residence on Friday, June 5th, 2026.

He is survived by his wife: Catherine Amelia Butler; daughter: Maria Hepburn née Butler; sons: Edmund, William, Robert, Richard and Anthony; sisters: Bertha Tolan and Annette Robinson; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Brandon Charles Johnson, 43

of North Palmetto Point, Eleuthera, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026.

He is survived by his sons: Bernard and Brandon Johnson Jr.; brother: Brett Johnson; aunts: Pearline Hunt, Carol Ingraham, Stephanie Bethel, Cynthia Lyles, Shirley Gibson, Ira Bullard, Deborah and Lisa Johnson; uncles: Alfred Hart, Hawett Ingraham, Noland Lyles, David Johnson, Edison Sands and Sherman Bullard; and a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.

of St. Kitts Road, Golden Gates II, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026.

She is survived by two (2) Children: Bertram Hutchinson and Canderia Lewis; two (2) Sisters: Sheral Curry and Erica Hutchinson; two (2) Brothers: Anthony and Kendal Hutchinson; five (5) Grandchildren: Brandon, Elijah, Berash Hutchinson, Ivan Mackey and Braxton Hutchinson; four (4) Nieces: Shanell Tucker, Charisma Woods, Monea Mitchell and Shakinah Curry; Two (2) Nephews: Almarnio Curry and Justin Hutchinson; numerous aunts and uncles, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Memorial Service for

Kendal George Lamon Isaacs, 23

of Atlantic Close, Indigo Estates, will be held at New Providence Community Church, Blake Road, on Friday, June 12th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Brooks Russell will officiate. Cremation was held.

Left to cherish his memories are, his Parents: Sidney and Sharon Isaacs (nèe Curry); two (2) Sisters: Sydnei and Bashar Isaacs; five (5) Aunts: Eugyneel (Ivan) Bowe, Lillian CurryDean, Joycelyn Curry, Jennifer Isaacs-Dotson, Margareta Isaacs; seven (7) Uncles: Sylvanus, Absolom, David, Basil (Sharon) and Leonard Curry, Charles (Meyucah) and Edward (Jacqueline) Isaacs; Other relatives and friends: The Curry family, Bowe family, Dean family, Isaacs family, Smith family, Mosley family, Gibson family, Paul and Porcia Fernandez and family, Francine Pierre-Louis and family, Internal Audit Department, Meteorology Department, the Exuma and Cat Island community, the Thompson family, Indigo community, the Gordon’s, Eugene, Rolle, Higgins and Theophilous families, and the Ebenezer Baptist Church family.

Relatives and friends are invited to sign the Book of

Remembrance on Friday, at the Church, from 10:00 a.m., and throughout the duration of the service.

May his soul rest in peace.

Death Notice for

Creto Teyko Knowles Sr., 46

of Rocky Pine Road, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, June 1st, 2026.

He is survived by two (2) Sons: Caleb and Creto Knowles Jr.; one (1) Daughter: Cra’Shae Knowles; three (3) Sisters: Felicia Smith, Christal Rodgers and Shawanna Armbrister; two (2) Brothers: Christopher and Carlus Knowles; four (4) Aunts: Melvern & Doreen Bain; Louise Walker and Patrice McKenzie; two (2) Uncles: Philip Knowles and Lester; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Memorial Service For

A Service Of Celebration For The Life, Legacy & Loving Memory Of Thomas Christian Carroll Jr., 55 affectionately called ‘Chris’

a resident of Jackson County, Georgia, USA and formerly of Nassau, Bahamas will be held at The Chaple of Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest & York Streets, New Providence, Bahamas on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 11:00 am. Officiating will be Pastor Elizabeth Cartwright. Cremation held prior to service.

He was predeceased by his wife: Jaun Juliette Brissett-Carroll; parents: Thomas and Oleta Carroll; parents-in-law: Evangelist Rudell and Bro. Gladston Brissett.

Chris’ memories fondly live on in the hearts of his son: Cohen Joshua Carroll; sister: Donna “Liz” Carroll Henfield; uncles: Thomas Hilton Archer, Raymond Carroll and Orlando Turnquest; aunts: Hannah Archer Brooks, Vernita and Marsha Carroll, Barbara Turnquest, Terecita Major and Joycelyn Ferguson; brothers in- law: Tony Henfield, Franklyn Smith Sr., Charles Gaitor, and Anthony Hall and Orree Johnson; sisters-in-law: Karen Smith, Carol Roberts, Pauline Reid, Faye Delancy, Sally Thompson, Grace McIntosh, Rosemarie Gaitor, Gaylene Pinder, Marlene Hall, Andrinique Brown, Kimberley Brissett and Hope Johnson; nieces and nephews: Denzel Carroll, Franklyn Jr. (Elena) Smith, Kayshonta and Sara, Tonesha (Andrew) Smith, Barry, (Shonda) Stuart, Lynette Roberts, Brynette and Brandon Conliffe, Dr, Kaleatha Roberts, Shandel Munroe, Prophetes Olivia (Apostle Alex) Brown, Mark (Alexis) Munroe, Safyie” Veneice” (Jean-Pierre), Lorraine, Christopher, Lavardo, Mark and Richard Reid, Kori (Laura) St. Cyr, Kordero and Kyle St. Cyr, Ciara (Shannon) Nabbie, Reynard and Rasean McIntosh, Frederica, Gerard, Jamaal, Terrenique, Gernell, Onike, and Gervonte Gervais, Donavon Mingo (Nysa), Charles Jr., Charlise, and Charnae Gaitor, Mark and Tamara Pinder, Anthony Jr. and Antonique Hall, Zane Strachan; cousins including: Sam (Claudette) Bailey, Jean Lorna McKenzie, Shawn Allen-Williams, Presley (Mary) Bailey, Elvis Bailey and Michael Bailey; numerous relatives and friends including: the entire Carroll family, The Burrows family, The Majors, The Neymour family, the entire Archer family, Mavis Vanderpool, Carmen Moss and Family, Wendy Alexander ( Philadelphia) , neighbours of Lakeside Drive Yamacraw, Elva Stubbs and Family, Kenneth Knowles and family, Darlene Saunders, Troy, Keith Waren, Gaynell Neymour, Robert and Theresa Moncur, Florence, Barbara, Vincent and Anton Brooks. Linda Watson and family, Rosemary Williams, Lowell and Iesha Sweeting, Nathan and Lonnie Higgins, Pauline and Paulette Longley, Godfrey and Merna Bethel (Florida), Brian Conliffe, The Hillside Estate Family, Radio House family and the friends of The Bahamas Department of Corrections, other family and friends from Florida, Atlanta and Jamaica, and a host of other relatives and friends too many to mention.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, New Providence, Bahamas.

Memorial Service For

Keith Laban Rolle, 66

will be held at The Historic St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, George Town, Exuma, Bahamas on Saturday, June 20th, 2026 at 11:00am. Officiating will be Reverend Chitan Darling and Reverend Fr. Tristan Lockhart. Cremation held prior to service.

Left to cherish his memories are brothers: Bernard Ferguson (Elizabeth), Stanmitt Kemp, Luke Bethel (Laverne), Harcourt Rolle Jr. (Vianna), Roland Rolle (Shonna), Captain Anthony Rolle (Rochelle); sisters: June Marshall Rolle (Robert), Sophia Brown Smith (Raymond) Maria Thompson Bain, Sandra, Gelita, Brenda and nurse Eddiemae Rolle, Brenda Maycock (Salomie), Barbara Adderley, Sgt. 1759 Inez Miller; nephews: Lequient Bethel, Tristian and Tajh Brown, Tradwell Smith (Cindy), Olivia Marshall, Christopher Johnson (Deann), Andrew Russell, Keeno, Israel, Brian, Latheodore, Troy Maycock Jr, Jamal, Lavar, Ryan, and Laroone Rolle, Dejuan Strachan (Theolia), Harold Gardiner (Alastacia), Dario Gardiner, Kingsley Gibson Jr., Nicholas Rolle (of New York), Randy Sweeting Jr.; nieces: Lachea Bethel, Latrell Bethel Blyden, Nyoka Burrows, Portia Wallace, Janet Hanna, Vanessa Wildgoose, Razmyn Smith, Trinity Brown, Tamika, Latoya and Shantynoi Ferguson, Dekera Knowles, Nurse Dakita Gardiner, Shantira Rolle of Florida, Alexis Taylor, Vestrinque Miller, Nurse Kaynell Gibson, Kaynesha Gibson, Amanda, Julianna and Ezalinda Rolle of New York, Ashanti Ferguson Rolle and Arielle Rolle; other relatives and friends: Richard, Lincoln, Dennis, Linda, Charlotte, Eddie, Susan, Lucille, Alfred, Leah and Neville Marshall; The Marshall family of George Town: Delgelicia, Livingston Jr., Sandra, Julian, Camille, Philippa, Keva, Brian, Kendal and Juanita Mckenzie, Vernon and Marilyn Farquharson, The staff of EdgeWater, (Deliah Brown, Rosinette Michel, Roslyn Sands) Esther Tiny Rolle, Virginia Oliver; The Smith and Glass family of Jolly Hall, Mark and Craig Clarke, the corner boys, staff of shoprite, Peter Burrows and family, Raymond Carroll and family, Adina Darville and family, The Bethel Family of George Town, the around the pond crew, Bozo McKenzie and staff, Kendal and Beverley McPhee, Howard and Barbara Bethel, Pat’s Senior Citizen Home management and staff, Saint Andrews Parish and staff, Margaret and Vanessa Dames, Josephine Johnson a host of other relatives and friends too many to mention.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, New Providence.

Funeral Service For

Carolyn Azalea Bartlett, 92

a resident of Dicks Point Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at St. Agnes Anglican Church, #93 Baillou Hill Road, Grant’s Town, New Providence, on Friday, June 12th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be the Venerable Archdeacon Keith N. Cartwright assisted by Reverend Doctor Ethan Ferguson and Reverend Deacon Lamar M. Nottage. Interment will follow in the St. Agnes Cemetary, Nassau Street, New Providence.

She was predeceased by her husband: Robert Bartlett; parents: Frank Williams and Eva McPherson Williams; brother: McPherson (Cindy) Williams; aunt/sister: Doris Smith.

Left to cherish her precious memory are her beloved children: Robert (Linda) Bartlett, Helen (Dr. Harlington) Hanna, David Bartlett, Paul Bartlett, Dr. Yvette (Eric) Godet and Lesli (Dwayne) Roker; grandchildren: Georgette (Christopher) Strachan, Robert (Heather) Bartlett, Dr. Lauren Hanna, Kristen (Brandon) McMullen, Dr. Harlington Hanna, Davina (Darius) Willis, David (Dr. Anais Carter) Bartlett, Danielle Bartlett, Eric Godet Jr., Aaron Godet, Isabella Roker, Aidan Roker; great grandchildren: Eva Strachan, Luke Bartlett, Joshua Bartlett, Clara McMullen, Elise McMullen, Darvin Willis, D’Andre Willis, Vivienne Bartlett and Syir Newbold; brothers: Marvin (Teri) Williams (New York) and Rudolph Williams; sisters-in-law: Valerie McInnis, Karen Bartlett and Celestine Cooper-Williams; Nieces and Nephews: Farley (Duane) Williams, Justice Franklyn (Gillian) Williams, Dr. Francis (Raquel) Williams, Runique Major and family, Frank Rudy Jr. and Peter Williams, Charles Smith and Family, Claire Hepburn and family, Diana Wallace and family, Michael Smith and family, Anne Aiken and family, Lawrence Smith and family, Charlene Isaacs and family, Kenneth Hollman and family, Fredde Hollman, Stephen Cancino and family, Michael Cancino, Children of the late Heather Cancino-Adderley, Deborah Bartlett, Dr. Frank Bartlett and family, Wayne Bartlett and family, Dr. Tyrone Bartlett and family, Kim Bartlett and family, Gina Mansfield and family, Dr. Jon Bartlett, Ruth Bowe Darville and children of the late Michael Darville, Brenda and Kendra Samuels, George Darville; godchildren: Dr. Emmanuel Francis, Larry Minns, Wendel ‘Robin’ Grant, Dr. Duvaughne Curling, Baswell Donaldson, Cheryl Bullard-Stubbs, Diane Miller, Laura CallanderBrown, Renata Sands-Lockhart, Robyn Isaacs-McDonald, Gloria Wallace, Renee Adderley and Lynette Lockhart; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets on (TODAY) Thursday, June 11th, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Death Notice For

Demika Kendra Mortimer, 52

a resident of Goombay Close, Jubilee Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas who passed away on Monday, June 8th, 2026 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

She is survived by her son: Wayne Forbes; daughter: Cyntiche Forbes; brothers: Covance Mortimer, Quon Scott and Donnovan Higgins; sister: Erica Scott; friend: Neketha Roberts and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice For

Florence Bettendorf Rolle, 71

a resident of Cedar Way of Golden Gates #2, New Providence, Bahamas, who passed away on Thursday, June 4th, 2026 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

She is survived by her 1 son: Herrad Mason; 1 granddaughter: Alexia Mason; 1 brother: Alfred Bess and numerous of nieces, nephew, cousins and a host of other relative and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice For

Leslie Robert Russell, 66

a resident of Sea Breeze, New Providence, Bahamas, who passed away on Monday, June 8th, 2026 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

He is survived by his wife: Shirley Russell; daughters: A’Maria Russell and Julie Fowler (Matthew); adopted daughter: Madison Farrington; grandchildren: Dante Fowler, Joey Newbold, Liam Fowler and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice For

Marston Knowles, 44

a resident of Mangrove Bush, Long Island, Bahamas, who passed away on Sunday, June 7th, 2026 at his residence.

He is survived by his mother: Eileen Knowles; grandmother: Agnes Cartwright; sister: Jessica Azeez; brother-in-law: Alvin Azeez; nieces: Lily Azeez; aunts: Debroah (Brandford) Henfield, Cecelia Cartwright-Predenza (Lester) Carrol Barbara (Ravi) Jesubatham, Paula (Nonoy) Caparas, Martha (Lawrence) Cartwright; uncles: Michael (Aleanair) Cartwright, Paul (Paulette) Knowles; grand uncles: Phillip and Rudolph Moree and a host of other relative and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Death Notice of A Gem

Joseph Edward Rolle, 83

of Pinewood Gardens and formerly of Old Bight Cat Island, baked his final loaves at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, June 03, 2026.

Joseph is preceded in death by his: Father: Claudis Rolle; Mother: Lillian Armbrister;

The Radiance of this “Garnet of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of his: Two Sons: Kevin Brown and Renardo Rolle Sr. (Denise); Two Daughters: Garnell Aniska Smith and Naomi Bethel; Five Grandsons: Pharris Arnett, Shakurr, Renardo Jr. and Tristin Tre Rolle and Morgin Smith; One Granddaughter: Kevisha Brown; One Great Grandson: Hendrik Rolle; Two Great Granddaughters: Lennon Marie Rolle and Jaylah Arnett;

Special Friend: Vanda Fox; One Brother: Ukcle Rolle; One Sister: Syria Rolle; Other Loving Family and Friends.

Celebration of A Gem Service, will be announced when completed Check our website for updates.

Death Notices of Gems Coleen Colette Hanna-Dean, 54

of Seymour Close, off Cowpen Road, taught her final Class, at Doctors Hospital on Wednesday, June 03, 2026.

Coleen is preceded in death by her: Mother: Martha Louise Knowles-Hanna;

The Radiance of this “Ruby of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of her:

Husband: Tyrone Livingston Dean; Father: Brady Leon Hanna; Brothers: Esley Leon, Denver Roderick and Andre Merril Hanna; Sisters: Wendy Elaine, Dale and Esther Hanna; Eight: Nephews; Eight: Nieces;

Two Stepsons: Valentino and Tyrone Dean Jr.; One Stepdaughter: Tyler Dean-Cash; Other Loving Family and Friends

Celebration of A Gem Service, will be announced when completed. Check our website for updates.

Genoa Glynis O’Brien-Powers, 40

of Eton Avenue, off West Bay Street Cable Beach, exchange this life for eternity, at her residence on Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Genoa is preceded in death by her:

Father: Clement Edward O’Brien; Mother: Glynis Armbrister; Grandfather: Cyril Edward Alfred O’Brien; Grandmother: Una Naomi Bostwick; Cousins: Govanni and Gayle Knowles;

The Radiance of this “Diamond of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of her:

Husband: Derek John Powers Jr.;

One Sister: Danae O’Brien-Boyum (Aaron); One Nephew: Chad Edward O’Brien Boyum; One Niece: Jade Elizabeth O’Brien Boyum; One Uncle: Gaye Knowles; Two Aunts: Denise O’Brien and Erica O’Brien-Symonette; Father-in-law: Derek John Powers Sr.; Mother-in-law: Susan Gay Quertermous-Powers; Sister-in-law: Diana Lillian Powers; Other Loving Family and Friends.

Celebration of A Gem Service, will be announced when completed Check our website for updates.

Funeral Service For

Death Notice For Ms. Shonell Brenda Carey, 46

Leroy Ferguson, 59 affectionately called “Vince”

Of Kortwright Street, Matthew Town, Inagua, Bahamas died on Friday, 5th June, 2026 at Doctors Hospital

He was predeceased by parents: Elvina and Willis Ferguson; sisters: Maxine Ingraham and Francis McCoy; brothers: Etienne Taylor and Willis Ferguson Jr.

He is survived by his wife: Leah Ferguson; son: Leroy Ferguson Jr.; daughters: Lashae Bain and Lakia Ferguson; grandchildren: Lakyra Cox and Pedro Keanu Bain; son-in-law: Pedro Bain; sister: Olida Fergsuon; aunt: Mary Johnson and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

a resident of Shelia Court, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Temple of Priase Ministries, Prince Charles Drive, New Providence, Bahamas on Saturday, June 13th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Apostle Dr. Kevin Collie assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence, Bahamas.

She was predeceased by her father: Andrew Carey Sr.

Left to cherish her memories are her beloved son: Nathan Murray; mother: Brenda Barnett; father: Andrew Carey Sr. (deceased); sisters: Shantell Carey, Andrea Carey, Keora Edwards and Tanya Barnett; brothers: Andrew Carey Jr., Aliandro Barnett and Keno Carey; nieces: Abigail Carey, Tedra Bethel, Jernique Deveaux and Janiyah Carey; nephews: Kamari Barnett, Jayden, Zion, Darrien Duncanson, Jermaine Deveaux, Lorenzo Stirrup and Andrel Jr.; aunts: Margaret Ann Barnett, Janeen Bennett, Charlene Butler (Raymond Butler), and Alfreda Carey; uncles: Micheal Barnett and Franklin Barnett; cousins: Kandy Burrows, Ciaron Burrows, Kayden Burrows, Benisha Rolle, Tara Barnett, Prescott Barnett, Preahna Barnett, Prenique Barnett, Prequesha Barnett, Toni & Trese Barnett, Sean Strachen, Marco Barnett, Kendra Barnett, Gabrille & Shaheed Barnett, Bailey Barnett, Michelle & Melissa Barnett, Prescott Barnett, Marco Barnett, Toni Barnett, Kandy Burrows, Andy Barnett, Marklin Barnett, Julian Barnett, Tara Barnett Sophia Sobowale, Ryan and Mikhail Barnett, Gabrielle Barnett, Shaheed Barnett, Bailey Barnett, Michelle and Melissa Barnett, Delrese Carey, Jermaine Kim Rochelle and Jaevron Carey, Indira Sands, Nathaniel Sands, Jermaine Carey, Erica Fritz, Erickell King, Shadae and Tereza Carey, Nikita Carey, Derek Jr., Earl Jr., Earlin and Earnessa Carey, Tenniele Daxon, Santosh and SanKeria Ezra and Raymond Butler, Trinae Trinity and Quyo, Kera Josey Barnett children; other relatives and friends including: Fallon Carey & Family, Delarece & Family, Jermaine & Family,Delano Carey & Family, Theodore & Family, Earl Jr. & Family, Erickell Diong & Family, Erica Fritz & Family, Barnett & Family, Wendy’s Golden Gates, PMH Female Medical I. If we inadvertently forgot anyone, please bear with us; we appreciate your expression of love and prayers offered during our time of bereavement.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respect at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence on Friday, June 12th, 2026 from 11:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m and again at the church on Saturday, June 13th, 2026 from 10:00 a.m until service time.

Ms. Trudy Nixon, 66

a resident of Yamacraw Beach Estate, New Providence, Bahamas who passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026.

Left to cherish her memories are her 2 sons: Don Deleveaux and Achilles Sands; 2 grandchildren: Caleb and Caiden Deleveaux; 2 sisters: Veronica Meadows and Theresa Carroll; in-laws: Vincent Meadows Sr. & Philip Carroll; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.

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

Death Notices For

Mr. Douglas Rudolph Neely, 62

a resident of Tuff Close, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of The Bluff, Eleuthera, Bahamas who passed on at the Princess Margaret Hosptial on Monday, June 8th, 2026.

He was predeceased by his parents: Christopher Neely Sr. & Evelyn Neely.

He is survived by his wife: Sarah Neely; special friend: Gwen; children: Steven, Shaniqua, Jeremy, Aldora, Precious, Deandra, Alviro, & Alvin; grandchildren, great grandchildren; sisters: Molly Davis (Weldon Davis), Marsha Fernander (Donald Fernander) & Willimae Neely; brothers: Alfred Neely (Catherine Neely), Mario Neely & Solomon Neely; numerous nieces & nephews and a host of other relatives and friends including: The Community of Bluff Eleuthera

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

Mr. Wellington Christopher Rahming, 33

a resident of Dunmore Street, New Providence, Bahamas who passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, June 5th, 2026.

He is survived by his father: Wellington (Lakeisha Lewis) Rahming Jr.; mother: Joanne Rahming; siblings: Sheniqua (Howard) Johnson, Jonah Rahming and Alair Stubbs and Larriska Gardiner; grandmother: Carmetta Rahming; nephew: Khristian Johnson; uncles: Derek (Carol) Rahming, McBride (Janet) Rahming and Anthony Nicholas; aunts: Mishline (Mark) Nabbie, Christine (Selinko) Sands, Ella Pratt and Cindy Wallace; numerous cousins, special friend: Jataisha Prosper and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

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

Funeral Service for

George Washington LaFleur, 84

a resident of Roland Ave., Boyd Subdivision, will be held at Church of God of Prophecy, East Street Tabernacle, on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Hulan Hanna, Sr., Bishop Kendal Simmons & Bishop Jeffrey Knowles, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife: Marilyn LaFleur (née Hanna); Son: G. Wenty LaFleur; Daughters: Jonell Gay (Samuel) Johnson, Judith (Cory) Francis, Jeannie (Peter) Henderson; Sisters: Beatrice Lightbourn of Miami, Florida; Adranna Scavella of Atlanta, Georgia; Barbara (Nehemiah) Thurston; Dorothea, Sil, and Cheryl Wells; Brothers: Ted Nelson Sr. and Deacon Dencil (Marissa) LaFleur; Dennis and Samuel (Almilda) Dill; Aunts: Patsy Hamilton and Vera LaFleur; Uncle: Frank LaFleur; Grand Children: Jamaal (Shanice), Sameka, Javard and Javan Johnson; Coryce and Jaron Francis; Gerard LaFleur J.r, Janae, Janiece and Janique Henderson; Great Granddaughter: Akari Moss; Sisters-inLaw: Idell, Viola, Dorothy and Lynn LaFleur; Birdie Hanna, Dorothy and Collette Hanna of Miami, Florida; Brothers-in-Law: Alins Hanna of Miami, Florida; Pastor Ehurd (Dollymae) Hanna; Numerous Nieces and Nephews including: Pastor Alton (Bettyanne), Scherell Ferguson, Latonia (Dwayne) and; Kevin and Maurice (Jackie) Pratt; Shantelle Flowers; Carla {Jimmy) Armstrong, Kendrick, Adrian, Laquisha (Charles) and Kosheka Scavella; Nehemiah, Brenae and Chaz Thurston; Dr. Darlesia (Kendrick) Ferguson, Adora Smith, Dwayne (Chelsea, Alex, Renisha, Renika, Eldeece, Elrica, Kerrington; Tamara; Kayshawn, Kerry, Batchlette, Carol, Bashard, Charaz, Rezepka, Giovanni, Tonki, Brittany, Ted Jr., Barbara Sherell (Dino), Deborah, Petson, Dino; Mariah (Ernest), Joshua, Shannon and Dwayne (Chelsea) LaFleur; Adrian, Tamika; Julia (Keith) Smith; Norma Francis, Naomi, Mavis, Ernestine, Cathy, Alins Jr., Calvin, Willard, Rory, Warren, Kent, Jennifer, Christine, Curlymae, Ned, Pastor Peter, Christoff Jr., Elva, Simeon, Maureen, Kim, Fritz, Agnes, Bertina, Reginald, Bertram, Barbara, Karen, Jackie, Nelson, Philemon, Elwood, Beulah, Olgalene, Roxanna, Craig, Diane and Theressa Hanna; Brenda, Esther and Gary Nottage; Sharon Ferguson; Walter and Kenneth Cox. Numerous Relatives and Friends including: Bishop Dr. Woodley C. Thompson (National Bishop) and family; Bishop Dr. Franklyn and Dr. Rowena Ferguson and family; Bishop Brice H. Thompson (National Overseer Emeritus) and Advira Thompson and family; Bishop Dr. Elgarnet Rahming and family; Professor Winston Capron; Rt. Rev. Laish Boyd and family, Allyson Maynard-Gibson and family, Dr. KJA Rogers and family, Staff of Bahamas Vision Certre, Clement Maynard and family, Rev. Ronald Campbell and family; Rev. T.G. Morrison and family; Pastor Antonio Hanna and family; Basil Beneby; Sharon Rolle, Gayle Smith; Marvin

Dames and family; D. Shane Gibson and family; Pedro Ferguson and family; Allison Hanna and family; Samantha Cornish and family; Ronald Johnson and family; Terry Walters and family; National Prayer Team: Pastor Cecil Knowles and family; Dorcas Cox and family; Gwendolyn Johnson and family; Darren Pinder; Dr. Jacqueline Lewis and family; Nathaniel, William, Benjamin, Ezra, and George Pratt and family, Nathaniel Adams; Bishop Ghaly and Angela Swann and family; Sharon Swann, the Swann family; Edward Virgil and family; Preston Ferguson and family; Genevieve Cox and family; Harry and Louise Simmons; Duchess Rolle and family; Clint and Alda Williams and family; Linda Turnquest and family; Kim Deleveaux and family; Rev. Thelcene Simms; Meral Carter; Sheila Johnson; Velma Ferguson; Ruthlee Saunders; Lynn Thurston; Malcolin Cox and family; Louise Smith and family; Violet Hanna: Nell Brennen Sharon Haylock and Sheryl Woods; Michelle, Don and Dr. Edwin Demeritte; Stacia Williamson; Naomi Hanna and family; Stephen Pinder; Duke Errol and Dorothy Strachan; Antoin, Levardo and Mala Strachan. Dr Reulah Farauharson and family, Pastor Darryl Fereuson and family, Bishon Branson Gibson and family, Pastor Cassell and Gil Higgs, Andrea McQuay and family, Sherry Sands and family, Veronica Curtis and family, Julie, Anatchas and Paula Hart and family, Dave Albury and family, Pastor Tony Collie leand familv, Pastor Peter Hanna and familv, Oraliafleur and family Moraliafleur Stan Burnside and family, Sabrina Eizenga and family, Jolyon & Dionne Smith and family, Clive Stuart and family, St. Anne’s High Alumni family, Pastor Darren Seymour and family, Gertrude Coverley and family of Atlanta, Bishop & Sis. Winston Reid and Wildwood COGOP family in TN, Church of God family in TN, Eric and Norma Hill and family; Pauline Davis; Debbie Ferguson-McKenzie; Svetlina and Anna; Andrew and Renee Moree and family; Sharon Russell and family; Wilbur Caley and family; Yonell and Lyn Justilien; Chris and Josephine Justilien; Bert and Dressler Sherman; Tanya Sherman and the Sherman family; Elwood Bonimy and family; Clyde and Luke Caley; Dwayne Pratt; Bishop Joshua Caley all of Miami, Florida; Monica and Tony Collie; Derek and Will Stubbs and family; Revaughn Simmons; Trevor Ferguson; Tracey and Bridgette Cooper; Lynden and Patrice Rahming and family; Sterlin and Madronna Newton, Gayle Evans-Davis and family; Sharlotte Culmer and family; Devon Thompson; Mark Turnquest; Rashad, Rashawn and Ronash Cunningham; Jesse Paul; Kosygen Forbes Sr.; Crispen Johnson; Ghaly Swann; Shane Gibson Jr.; Gary Goodman and family; Percy Rolle; Matthew Rolle and family; Angela and Blair Butler; Joe and Joel Hall, David Hall; Tony Hanna; Garth Armbrister; Rashad Kelly; Kyle Munroe; Lavant Pratt; Ferris Grant; Manuel Cefort; Pastor Stephen Cefort; Maurice Hall; Emile Sweeting; Sharon Deveaux and family; Donzel Deveaux; Lorenzo, Cleehenford Virgil; Livingstone Butler and family; Ambassador Leon Williams and family; Denver Dames and family; Carlos Dames; David Rolle; Daren and Pastor Derek Forbes; Pastor Melvin Lundy and family; Stephen and Vincent Beneby; Kenton Whylly; Tommy Johnson; Sean Gibson and family, Alvin and Melanie Moss; Demitri Bowe and family; Pastor Melvin Lundy and family; Craig Forbes; Kayla Dean and T’Nique Brown; Felix, David and Deacon Nathaniel Beneby; Dereo Maycock; Charles Hanna Jr., Alex Cooper; Timmy Knowles; Dorlan Curtis, Michael Swann, Daniel and Crystal Dames; Leonard Dames

Jr.; Mary Francis and family; Fern and Bertha Butler; Betty Tulloch and family; Myrtis Oliver; Coralee Sands and family; Denise Hanna and family; Paul Ross and family; Andy Adderley and family; Kimely BainBarr; Elaine Gomez and family; Theressa Thompson and family; Virinia Hepburn and family; Cheryl Fountain and family; Elaine and Julie Johnson; Julie Harts and family; Joy Nichols and family; Veronica Curtis and family; Brendalee Smith and family; Nelson and Linda Dames; Seymour and family; Cleveland and Denise Stubbs; Claude and Nikki; Pedro Riley and family, Nora McClain and family, Sean Gibson and family, Chief Superintendent Theodore Campbell (former Director of Urban Renewal Band); Chief Superintendent Seldin Adderley (former Director of RBPF Band); Reserve Assistant Superintendent Oscar Dames; Inspector Humphrey Bain;Inspector Anthony Capron; Sergeant Rudy Pratt, Jr.; Sergeant Reba Ambrose; Sergeant Gerard Storr; WPC 4210 Daphne Burrows; and PC Ryan Pratt; Michael Swann and family, Earl Beneby and family, Bahamas National Sailing School, Giveton Gilen; Adrien D’Aguilar. Dr. KJA Rodgers and family; staff of Bahamas Vision Centre; entire Boyd Sub Division; staff of Office of the Attorney General & Legal Affairs; management and staff of the Registrar General’s Department, management and staff of the Central Bank of The Bahamas; Acklins Island, Andros Island and Eleuthera Island families; LaFleur Family; Hanna family; Hamilton family; Beneby family; Pratt Family of Conch Sound, Andros; Culmer Family; Johnson family; Francis family; Henderson family; Butler family; Ferguson family; Gibson family; Collie family; Bishop Rudolph Bowe and family; Bishop Norward Dean and Family; Bishop Jeffrey Knowles and family; Bishop Hulan Hanna family; Bishop Kendal Simmons and family; Pastor John Ferguson and family; Bishop Shelton Beneby and family; Pastor Trevor Wiliamson and family; Pastor Branson Gibson and family; Pastor Stephen Green and family; Bishop Terrance Forbes and family; Bishop Barry Morris and family; Pastor Cassell and Gil Higgs; Bishop Philip Ferguson; Pastor Scott Wilson and Family; Leroy Maycock and family, Pastor Chevol Grey and family; Bishop Timothy Johnson and family; Pastor Antonio Hanna and family; the Church of God of Prophecy Meadow Street, Soldier Road, Carmichael Road, Ernest Street and Church of God of Prophecy Miami No. 1 families; Church of God family; Bahama Junior Brass Band: Bahama Brass Band (including Freeport and Turks and Caicos Sections): Bahama Youth Brass Band (including Freeport Section); Royal Bahamas Police Force Band; Royal Bahamas Defence Force Band; Bahamas Department of Corrections Band, Urban Renewal Band; The Bahamas All Stars Marching Band and Parents; the Crusaders Marching Band; Bahamas National Youth Orchestra; Directors and members of ALL other marching bands; Church of God of Prophecy Troops; Roots, One Family and Colours Junkanoo groups; all friends and affiliated groupings; the Doctors, Nurses and staff at the Male Surgical Ward I of the Princess Margaret Hospital.

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 8:00 a.m. until service time.

Glendera Dean, 19

a resident of Pine Cone Avenue, Sir Lynden Pindling Estates, will be held at St. Stephen’s Baptist Church, 364 Carmichael Road, on Saturday, 13* June 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Reverend Doctor Roslyn Astwood assisted by Other Minister of the Gospel. Interment follows in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads.

Left to cherish her memories are her, Mother: Glendera Hanna. Father: Kevin Dean. Grand father: Glenroy Hanna. Brothers: Latherio, Jourdan Munroe and Alexio Hanna. Sisters: Seraya, Tuviera and Soniya Hanna. Uncles: Phillip Stubbs (missing), Ramon Ellis, Tony Butler, Reberto Monroe, Renaldo, and Glendeo Hanna, Gary and Garron Smith, Marco and Craven Longsworth, Sidney McKenzie, Marlon Sargent, Henry Bain; Aunts: Elder Jennise Mckenzie, Indera Hanna, Dovis Bain, Elder Sharleé Sargent, Claudina Hanna, Sherese and Kerry Longsworth, Gwendolyn Hunt, Maxine Wilson and Nakeia Storr. Numerous cousins: Sid McKenzie, Henricka and Dovette Bain, Dr. Katavia Balfour, Jasmin, Jasminque and Christopher Hanna, Harold Mackey, Dr. Lloyd Jr. (Melanie) Stubbs, Brigid, Philippa, Frederika, Maddison, Brooklyn Stubbs, Javon Cleare, Nariko Farrington, Triston Hepburn, Makeria, Marvin, Kendra and Randy Roberts, Mariama, Dwight and Demair Brown, Anwar, Eleanes and Shametra Monroe, Ashara, Craven Jr. and Davanti Longsworth, Marlene Wilson, Malranique and Kimarley Brown, Nikia and Marlina Storr, Denia, Camron, Blade and Beyonce Louis, Trina March, Avon, Dale and Arlington Bethel. God fathers: Deanza Sonny Cox and Collins Colby. Other relatives and friends: Minister Verdell Pinder and family, Leola Johnson of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Vera Moss and family, Christopher Stubbs and family, Nellie McDonald and family, Tanya Major and family, Christine Sargent and family, Trina March and family, Avon and Dale Bethel and Family, Lennisha Evans and family, Yvette Albury and family, Mr. Kishno and Mrs. Melissa Taylor of Ft. Lauderdale Florida, Deborah Nesbitt, Renita Johnson, Johneice Blyden, Ms. Amanda Moncur, Principal, staff and students of Stapledon School, Rev. Dr. Roslyn Astwood and St. Stephen’s Baptist church, Apostle Dr. Inez Wings of Eagle Redemption Ministry, Bishop Rudolph and Pastor Linda Balfour, The Hon. Leslia Miller- Brice MP of Sea breeze, The Cabinet office. Special thank you to the Staff of A&E Princess Margaret Hospital and Social Services Department.

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

Deacon Robert Andrew Ford, 62

affectionately known as “Andy”, “Smudge”, “Union”, “Luggage”

a resident of #7 Rich Close, Golden Gates #2, will be held at New Covenant Baptist Church, East/West Highway on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:00a.m. Officiating will be Dr. Bishop Dean Wells Jr. Interment follows in Lakeview Gardens, Gladstone Road.

He is survived by his loving wife: Theresa Ford née Symonette; Daughters and spouse: Brittany & Bruce Davis, Brianna, Courtnie, and Amber Ford; Brothers: Mario & Keith Ford; Sisters: Corolyn & Linda Ford; Mother-in-law: Shirley Johnson; Sisters-inlaw: Gertrude Ford, Donna, Lucy and Judy Johnson, and Rose Symonette; Brothers-in-law: Van & Susan Gibson, Paps Symonette, Robert Ferguson and William Lockhart; Nieces, Nephews and their spouses: Charles Major III & Latoya Knowles, Wentia & Thiendella Diagne, Vanda Ford, Darren & Mary Bowleg, Laketta McMillian and Keithra Ford, Keva Huyler, Kevin Ford Jr, Delvon Ford, Jeffrey Ford, Nathaniel McKinney, Malaika Ford, Esmeralda and Jeff Crittenden, Kistell, Dario, Dinasio & Danny Collymore, Janielle Ford, Znovia Wright, Neko Lockhart, Justin & Karly Symonette, Aspenn & Marco Symonette, Jasmine Johnson, Alvarez Plakaris, Ruth Penn, Samantha, Shirley, Joe & Van and Pamela Gibson and Keno Saunders; Grandnieces and Grandnephews: Carlos Coakley Jr, Lerry Sparks, Delshanice Rolle, Zarhya & Delleah Christie, Vanrick Bastian, Charles Major IV, Mareme Ford Diagne, Macy & Chacy McMillian, Mason McKinney, Ambreon Ford, Lamont Russell, Amiya and Adam Plakaris, Bree and Elle Crittenden, Raymond and Nikki, Linaja, Danielle, Darriale, Fabien Jr, Kayden, Daniel, Kiwane, Cameron, Trejon and Tevon Jr.; Cousins and their spouses: Kendolyn Cartwright, Evie Rolle, Gaylen and Jackie Ford, Glendina Ford, Joey Ford Sr, Sean and Royann Ford, Dr. Keith Rivers, Kevin Pinder, Arame and Amanrah Ford and Etienne and Debbie Farquarhson; Special Friends: Dereck Christie (Duckie), Hiram Cox & Family, Henry Dean, Burk Thompson (BL), Dr. Bishop Dean Wells Jr., Pastor Damian Burrows, Min. Edward Evans, Nathan Coakley, Trevor Davis, Anthony Bostwick (Bando), Doyle Burrows & Family, Athama Bowe,Ocena Cooper (OJ), Dwight Glinton, Brian Harvey, Dereck Rigby, Todd Simms & Family, Dianette & Family, Brenda Mackey, Blu, Roberto Goodman, Johnny Lee & Family, Ulric Johnson & Family, Garnell Newbold & Family and the Windsor Lane Breakfast Staff; Associations and other members who were dear to him: Barry McKinney, Locksley & Kirk Johnson, Michael Foster, Romell Knowles, Ethyl Rolle & Family, Sonia Taylor & Family, Ingrid

and Family, Marco Mullings, Jason Minnis, Pentecostal Church Family, The Southside Boys, The Public Services Union President Kensley Ferguson, Minister of Youth and Sports Honorable Mario Bowleg, New Providence Old Timers Softball Association (NPOTSA), Masters Softball Association, Bahamas Cricket Association, Bahamas Baseball Association, Bahamas Boxing Academy, Government Departmental Softball, The Ministry of Youth Sports and Culture Staff, The Facility Department, National Sports Authority Staff, Dorsey Park Boys, Crusaders, Ashley Home Furniture Divers and Dozer Pros, all Junkanoo groups of the Bahamas and last but not least, The Valley Boys Junkanoo Group. He is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends.

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 8:00 a.m until service time.

Funeral Service for

Kenneth Pratt Sr., 59

a resident of Bahama Avenue, will be held at St.Cecilia’s Catholic Church, 3rd Street, The Grove, on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00a.m. Officiating will be Simeon Roberts. Interment will follow in Old Trail Cemetery, Old Trail Road.

Left to cherish his memories are his, wife: Lisa Pratt; two sons: Kenneth Pratt Jr. and Kendeco Pratt; daughter-in-law: Lenrika Pratt; four sisters: Emerald Smith, Margaret, Camille, Charlene Thompson; adopted Children: Quintin Williams and Giovann Rolle; stepsons: Alexander McIntosh and Wilson Dean; stepdaughter: Abagail McIntosh; aunts: Leotha and Lizerene; uncles: Freeman and Willard Barr; numerous nieces and nephews and other family and friends; other relatives and family & friends including The Burrows Family, The Francis Family, William’s Family, The Poitier Family, The Grove community, The Asure Win Family, The Emmanuel George Family and the Edison McKenzie 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.

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Thanks Giving Service for the life of

Donniemae Holbert, 54

a resident of Mantol Street, Montel Heights, will be held at First Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ of The Bahamas Islands, Hay & Flint Streets, on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation was held

She was predeceased by her Grandparents: Richard and Irma Hanna and Aunts and Uncles: Deloris Forbes (Felix) and Florrie (George) Moss, Hayward Hanna and Oswald Goodman.

Left to cherish her memories are her, Husband: Patrick Holbert; Daughter: Sharnell Holbert; Granddaughter: Kevinique Hanna; Mother: Adlene Mitchell; Father: Leroy Armbrister; Stepmother: Vernice Adderley; Brothers: Leroy Adderley, Christopher Mitchell, Pedro, Anthony, Sean, Deno, Moses and Prophet Leo Adderley; Sisters: Sabbletha Aird, Sherryann Adderley, Shantiesh Mitchell, Monique, Shaylynn, Tamera, Tracey Adderley - Kizzy Bowe and Leona Joseph and Catamara Armbrister; Sisters-in-law: Joan Holbert, Minister Eleanor, Riley and Triceta Mitchell; Brothers-in-law: Euan Aird, Neil and Deacon Vincent Holbert and Deacon Manasseh Hepburn; Nieces: Crystal, Celine, Heather Aird, Raven Taylor, Lea and Lexicia Adderley, Rashae Smith, Mya Johnson, Alexandria Taylor and Indy Mitchell; Nephews: Leroy Romeo, Lexicio and Leo Adderley, Alexander Taylor, Caistan, Kaline and Kilian Mullings, Christopher Mitchell, Jr. Lethavian, Lexzavian and Lactavian Adderley, Denzel Kemp, Travis Rolle; Grand Niece and Nephew: Cierra and Kimani; Aunts and Uncle: Conrad Hanna (Margaret), Iris Goodman, Dotley Moss, Malvese Bethel, and Elizabeth; Grandaunt and Uncles: Willamae, Lueal and Pameanus Collie; Cousins: Pastor Derek (Devie), Durward, Richard (Lucretia), Darren, Ricardo (Lucinda) Forbes, Michelle (Henry), Dolliemae, Bernadette (Gary), Joyann (Dwaine), Pamela-Nekeva (Tito), Netera (Kendrick), Monique (Devin), Kinesha, Craig (Avae), Coy, Terrell, Lanardo (Tikel), Naydean, Karen, Deidre, Nekita (Cionn), Latesha Dean, Dorette Goodman, Latara Virgil, Shanell and Berchanal Moss, Randy (Patricia), Conrad Jr. (Anishka), Sharad Hanna (Latoya), Anastacia (Omar), Nina and Michael, Theodore, Burdesha, Tamika and Tanya Hanna, Tina, Shandia Mcintosh, Joshua Brown, Tellis, Diego and Zion Virgil, Patrico Basden, Aalyah Knowles, Tariano Hanna, Patcina Rolle, The Beneby’s, Collie’s and Hanna’s Families; A host of other Relatives and Friends including: Danneil Kemp and Family, Joshua Brown, Marvin Johnson, Roger Smith, Denair Miller, P.M.H., Xtra Value, Loretta Smith, Bishop H.G. Ferguson and Family, Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin, First Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ Family, Montel Heights Community, Williams, Tasha, Nesbitt, Munnings, Strachan and Taylor Families, Dougie, Rudy, Sharon, Romeika, Bethsheva McQueen, Ellis Major, Winston Culmer and Family, The Kemp Family, Judy Smith and many others too

numerous to mention.

THERE WILL BE NO VIEWING.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS ARE BEING HANDLED BY DEMERITTE’S FUNERAL HOME, MARKET STREET.

Funeral Service for Mr. Edward Livingston Sargent Jr., 66

a resident of Nassau Village, will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, Robinson and Claridge Roads, on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Father Vincent Mungai. Interment follows in Catholic Cemetery, Tyler Street.

He survived by his loving daughter: Eden; mother: Magdalene Sargent; Sisters: Minister Gaynell Sargent, Karen Goddard, Sherika Demeritte, Elaine Woodside, Sandra Sarjudas, Rochelle Sargent, Shahen Wilkinson, Denise Sargent, Melony Woodside, Tammy Seymour, Sheehan Sargent, Kizzy Sargent, Cherry and Patice Smith, Chanel Diggis; Brothers: Keith, Phillip, Marvin, Carvell and Avory Sargent; Sisters-in-law: Donna Sargent; Brother-in-law: Cleveland Goddard; nieces: Ricazia Demitte, Oré Ritenour, Vonaze Johnson; Nephews: Anver Sargent, Blaze Johnson, Chadwick Johnson, Micahia Johnson, Ronald Williamson, Austin Byer, Cleveland Goddard and Liam Mackey; Grand niece: Ava Brown. Host of other realitives: Aunt Lulamae Suzanne, Patrice Loretta and Nicole Strachan, Brenda Lee, Nina, Geoffrey Green, Jackie Hall, Nicole and Dwight Thompson, Hilda Woodside, Joanne Whyley, Dolores and Monqiue, Cleo and Glenn Anderson, Mortimer family, Monalisa; a host of friends: JJ, Andrew, and Ottis Gibson, Mr. Pintard, Marvin Clarke family, Monroe family, The Beauty Empire Family, Raynell, Lydiaann, Carla Minus, Stevie and Bones, Smith Family, Bullard Family, Minus Family, Nassau Village family, Harold Road Baptist Church, Overseer Orthnel & Pastor Carolyn Humes, and a host of other family and relatives who will forever cherish his memory.

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

Henry Andrew Knowles, 69

a resident of Baldwin Avenue, Farrington Road will be held at New Light Ministries, Faith Avenue South on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Antonio O. Beckford Sr. Cremation will be held

He is survived by his Children: Indira Kelly, Henriana Taylor, Andrew Prianka Henique and Bernard Knowles; Brother: Bercil (Janice) Coakley of Miami, Florida; Sisters: Donna and Patrice Knowles, Roslyn (Patrick) Ruth (Harold) Bently; Nephews: Kaif, Khambrel, John Jr. Jamie, Wolfgang, Trevor, Julian and Don; Nieces: Kym, Anastacia, Gaynor, Gaynel, Tierra, Kernika, Tiffany, and Gaynell; Grandchildren: Tamya, Cameron, Aiden, Arya, Thayala, Ay’den, Ash’li, Jemaranique, Kasim, Davaughte, Decosta, Trevaya; Great Grandchild: Carrington; Dearly Devoted Friends: Vincent, Judy, Kevin, Patrick, Norman, Veronica, Kia; Cousins: Inez Knowles & family, Brian Fernander & Family, Ida Ferguson & Family, Marvin, Ricardo, Rashema, Roberto, The Coakleys, Kenuth Knowles & family, Barry Gibson & family, Samuel Knowles & family, Nesbitt Bar Crew. Relatives & Friends; Wendy Foulkes, Bernadette Armbrister, Rebecca Pennerman & Family, Sharon Ellis & Family, Brendalee Adderley & Family, Alma Davis & Family, Chrissy Benjamin & Family Jaqueline Wilson & Family, Gaynel Charlow & Family, Prince, Chanel, Theresa, Alexandira, Yvette & family, Restaurant Series layes, Baldwin Avenue Community, Cabbage Bar Crew. Special Thanks to: New Light Ministries, Demerittes Funeral Home, Princess Margaret Hospital.

Our apologies for any names that may have been unintentionally omitted.

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

Viewing for

Mr. Egleton Jeffrey Gray, 69

a resident of Bel Air Estates, will be held in the Chapel at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Cremation will follow.

Left to cherish his memories are his sons: Jason Gray & Peter Armbrister; sisters: Nadine Hope, Marvalee Coakley; brothers: Charles Knowles Gray, Mario, Ricardo & Samuel Nelson Gray; aunts: Princess Clyde, Viola, Patsy & Emerine Gray; uncle: Harold Gray; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friend

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS ARE BEING HANDLED BY DEMERITTE’S FUNERAL HOME, MARKET STREET.

Death Notices for Mrs. Gaylene Leonara Gibson, 67

a resident of #4E Irish Spring Court off John Chipman Road, died at home on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

She is survived by husband: Leonard Gibson; daughter: Leonoramae Gibson; 3 sons: Jamal Bethel, Micheal Gibson & Leonard Gibson Jr.; 2 Grandchildren: Crispin Gibson, David Farrington; 1 Great-Grandchild: Emerald Farrington; 4 sisters: Denise Curtis, Michelle Knowles, Lorraine Curtis, Janet Ramsey; 7 brothers: Darren, Dale, Benjamin and Daniel Bethel, Kenwood, Adrian, Terrance Bethel & a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Mr. Pete. A. Nottage, 61

a resident of #106 Melverne Road, Yellow Elder, died at home on Wednesday, June 10th, 2026.

He is survived by his Fiancé: Shena Russell; Brothers: Rico and Anthony Nottage; Nieces: Gina and Latoya Nottage, Elichimae and Alexis Darville & a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Revincent Malcolm, 24

a resident of Meadows Street, died at PMH on Friday, June 5, 2026.

He is survived by life partner: Deranae Hepburn; daughter: Re’Nae Malcolm; sisters: Jamie Taylor, Corrica Malcolm & Ashley Joseph; brother: Corey Malcolm; grandfather: Jean Wilfred Florvil; grand-aunts, granduncles, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends & a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Death Notice For

Leroy Ferguson, 59 affectionately called “Vince”

Of Kortwright Street, Matthew Town, Inagua, Bahamas died on Friday, 5th June, 2026 at Doctors Hospital

He was predeceased by parents: Elvina and Willis Ferguson; sisters: Maxine Ingraham and Francis McCoy; brothers: Etienne Taylor and Willis Ferguson Jr.

He is survived by his wife: Leah Ferguson; son: Leroy Ferguson Jr.; daughters: Lashae Bain and Lakia Ferguson; grandchildren: Lakyra Cox and Pedro Keanu Bain; son-in-law: Pedro Bain; sister: Olida Fergsuon; aunt: Mary Johnson and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service for Ulinda Nioka Matthew, 38

a resident of Sir Lynden Pindling Estates. Service will be held on June 13, 2026, at First Baptist Church, Market Street at 11:00am. Interment will follow in Old Trail Cemetery.

She is survived by her, Mother: Rosiane Matthew Petit Homme; Father: Glen Dean; Step father: Benardo Zilnor; Fiancé: Travar Lewis; Sisters: Randeria Petty, Sergeant 2892 Glendera Dean-Gomez Registered Nurse Ginea Dean, Tiffany Webb-Anderson; Brothers: Inspector Glen Dean, Demetrius Webb; Niece: Zion Astwood; Aunts: Michelene, Rosedaleine Williams, Roseline Joseph, Dezette Gorges, Lafayette Pierre Louis, Ediane Eedouard, Mercely Francis, Shantell Alcime; Adopted Aunts; Jonell Martin Heart Sherrall Copper; Uncles: Devon Georges, Samuel Francis, Danny, Clarel, George Williams; Cousins: Barbra, Jerard Petty, Roseandre Avril, Marilyn, Mario Johnson, Keyanna and Claunise Joseph, Catherine and Nathan Georges, Pedro, Charles Mario Jeorgett Williams Ricardo and Krystal Munroe, Szousha, Darlene Janice Alcime, Gary, Wilnick, Jetson Francis, Whitney Eaford, Krystal Gorges, Wellie Jr. Gorges. Close friends and family: Samantha and Trevor Lewis and family, Atlantis Aquaventure crew: Rosie Brittany Maria Nesbitt, Shamarco Smith, Kenisha, Raven and numerous others, Shakovia Neymour, the in room dining crew at Atlantis, in room dining at Rosewood Bahamar, Kendley Bullard, Thyronique Moxey and Trico Moxey, Kenita Bain; Best Friend, Aaliyah Joseph, Virginia Bowe.

Friends may pay their last respects at Sunset Mortuary and Crematorium on #50 Mt. Rose Avenue on Friday from 11am-4pm and one hour before service time at the church on Saturday June 13.

Death Notice for Sophia Klendaka Miller, 59

A resident of Cockburn Town, San Salvador and formerly of Mastic Point, Andros, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, 7th June 2026.

Mrs. Miller was predeceased by her Parents: Monett and Prince Albert Newton; Sister: Maragret Newton.

Left to cherish her memories are her loving and devoted husband: Charlie Miller; (2) Sons: Charles and Christen Miller; (1) Granddaughter: Zhuri Miller; (5) Sisters: Pastor Agatha Cleare (Brian), Donnalee Rolle, Tina Butler, Tiffany Newton, and Melvern Bastian (Lathan); (7) Brothers: Larry, Floyd (Angela), Leonard (Malinda), Aaron, Kardy (Theresa), Kasson, Calvin Newton; and a host of other relatives and friends too many to mention at this time.

Services are being handled by Sunset Mortuary and Crematorium and will be announced at a later date and time.

Funeral Service for Carnetta Evans, 84

a resident of Charles Drive, Faith Gardens, died at her residence on Tuesday, May 19th, 2026. Service will be held at Faith United Missionary Baptist Church, #31 Faith United Way, Baillou Hill Road South, on Saturday, June 13th, 2026, at 10a.m. Officiating will be Rt. Hon. Rev. Dr. William Thompson, including a host of other Ministers of The Gospel. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road.

She is survived by her Children & Spouses: Kayla & Kendrick Johnson and Patrick Evans (Shantel Evans-Deceased); Grand children: Chelsea Evans & Jarvonya Munnings; Siblings: Louise Rose, Freeman, Leslie and Miriam Evans; Aunt: Olive Munnings; Nieces & Nephews: Charles & Venlyn Davis, Vernice & Donald Williams, Marion Capron, Olive & Anthony Brown, Christine & Kendal Munroe, Mario Dean Sr., Kenron & Nicole Rose, André Munnings, Louise, Jennifer, Kevin, Keith, Sandra, Carmen & Marja Evans, Basil & Mary Evans, Nicola Smith, Andrew & Elvira Evans, Charmaine Chase-Rolle, Chiquita Taylor and Marvin Woodside; Grand Nieces and Nephews: Karen Richardson, Dr. Shanel Adderley, Jamaal, Charles, Jr., Shenicka, Zina, Lashan, Latoya, Chavar, Kyra, Chavasse, Charlisea Davis, Mario & Camilla Dean, Dario and D’Ante Dean, Avyreal & Quarry Adderley, Valdez & Donniece Williams, Jonbenet Munnings, Kristoff Munroe, Andrea and Andronique Munnings, Kendra Rose, Jermaine (Siatta) Davis, Jade (Travis) McDonald, Jamal Davis, Latoya (Trevor) Ritchie, Zion Missick, Agnes & Fernon Clarke, Pastor Arinique & Frederick Moxey, Veronike, Shandanika, Vernon Jr., Varence, Christopher, Wenzel, Sydney, Sundai, Tyler,

Troy, Jadora, Basillio & Alyssa Evans, Lorenzo, Emison, Jermaine, & Keyano Rolle, Erica & Erianeka Robertson, Randkia Pratt & Mia Woodside, Blair & Kai Campbell, Natario, Avard, Adrian Evans, Devonte & Nicholas Munnings; Great Grand Nieces and Nephews: Shanton & Teshawn Davis, Quentin Adderley, Tafarie Davis & Islah Mahlaya Davis, William Riley Joesph, Mila, Cairo & Sage Dean, Ferneisha, Faye & Ava Clarke, Frederick, Victory, Faith & Gabriel Moxey, Zion Missick, Malik & Ariel Johnson, Ceejay Munroe, Terranique Rolle, Vincent & Asjiah Isaacs, Rashad Colebrooke, Bascileo Evans Jr., Dominic Evans, Skylesha Bullard, Theo Henfield, Shankera Williams, Azaria Knowles, Bryson Rolle, Amari Russell, & Shasha, Natario Evans Jr.; Cousins: Rt. Hon. Rev. Dr. William Thompson & Family, Rev. Harrison & Ava Thompson, Rev. Frederick & Rudyann Cartwright, Mr. Ronald & Rev. Margaret Williams, Verna Ellis & Family, Rev. Dr. Charles & Rev. Lavern Rolle, Rev. Dr. John & Min. Betty Rolle, Rev. Arnold & Elder Dr. Vernita Josey, Evangeline Ingraham & Family, Alice Rolle & Family, Godfrey Rolle & Family, Barbara Johnson & Family, Elnora Cooper & Family, Simeon Pratt & Family, John Colebrooke, David Thompson & Family, Apostle Charles Thompson & Family, Anthony Thompson & Family, Janet & Terrence Storr & Family, Min. Donna Bodie & Family, Deaconess Etoy Bethel & Family (George Town, Exuma), Preston Evans & Family; Other Relatives & Friends: Rt. Hon. Dr. Ruby Ann Cooper-Darling & Family, Tamara Bain, Xanthe Minnis, Mrs. Stephanie Johnson & Family, Patrick & Jackie Moses & Family (Melbourne, Florida), Mr. & Mrs. Rudolph Dean & Family, Ms. Albury & Family, Mrs. Penne Baldacci & Family, Courtney Hall & Family, RasDe’Niro Thompson & Family, Mrs. Ena Rolle & Family, Mrs. Carol Johnson & Family, Officers and members of Faith United Missionary Baptist Church, Windsor Place Family, Family of Jordan Prince Williams School, other relatives and friends too numerous to mention

We, the family, would like to make sincere apologies if we inadvertently omitted any names, however, we are grateful for every act of kindness expressed during Carnetta’s passing. We pray God’s choicest blessings on you always.

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 9:00 a.m. to service time on Saturday.

Alrick James Wallace, 83

Death Notices For Shanika Merrilyn Mackey, 30

of South Beach, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Behring Point, Andros, Bahamas died at the Princess Margret Hospital on Friday, June 5th, 2026.

His memory will forever remain in the hearts of his daughter: Ruthmae Wilkinson; son-in-law: Clyde Wilkinson; 1 sibling: Yvonne Russell; 7 grandchildren, and a host of other relatives.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

of Kennedy Subdivision, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026.

Her memory will forever remain in the hearts of her parents: Sandra Davis & James Mackey; children: Ramika Bullard, Ja’Niyah & Asia Marshall; siblings: Melissa Reynolds I James Jr., Carla, Jeanna, Reno, Keno, Lisa,Tanya and Jasmin Mackey; special friend: Joechan Marshall and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Antonio Bethel, 30

will be held at Robinson Morris A.M.E. Church, Ridgeland Park West, New Providence, Bahamas on Saturday, June 13th, 2026 at 10:00am. Officiating will be Rev. Howard F. Williamson assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow at the Old Trail Cemetery, Old Trail Road, New Providence.

Left to cherish his loving memories are his mother: Yvonne Rolle; sister: Melissa Sands Simmons; step sister: Shaclora Taylor Wilkson Darron; 9 brother: Rodney, Renno and Deavaugn Rolle, Neil Bethel Jr., Michael Knowles, Neckerlus Lockhart, Armand Ferguson and Brandon Gardiner; 8 nieces: Demetra,Denstra, Grace, Novalear, Fae, Armara, Sharayah and Sade Gibson; god parents: Dedre Ann Whyms and Teny Harris (deceased); nephews: Mario Lewis Jr., Anderson Jr., Walter Seen III, Arani and Kennjal Gelin Jr.; aunts: Beaulah Babara Mealus, Raug, Faraue Greene, Lynden; uncles: Charles Rolle (Denna), Bishop Thomas Knottage (Monica), Leon, Kenneth King (Dorris), Dwayne and Alex Bethel, Dorothy Whethock and Family, Tony Turner and family, Alfred Bain and family, Sharon Newman and Family, Fuline Kemp and Family, Francis Brown and Family, Deno Munroe and Family, Pedro Dauris and Family,Geneva, Deavaughn, Lavron, Latashe, Ethel, Sanosha, Relaie, Tiana, Napatheia, Mckenzia, Jacqula Whyms and Famil, Precious, Presh Linda Slam, Sharcka, Xzeva, Micheal, Micheal, Micheala and Latheva (God sister) Ljay, Lysha Charlester,Themas Jr., Denica, Lavaro,Kendra, Densha, Ohna, Deward, Nathan, Devaughn, Melanie, Gilert, Lyrea, Jerone, Faultyn, Davana, Sharon, Galin; family: Zvaugo and Family, Lystina, Lakashza and Family, Percy Miller and Family, Vivvian Williams, The Arleo’s Fmily, The Gardiner Family, Rev. Howard Williams and Family, The Robinson Morris Church Family, Charlesh and Family Vernila Kemp and Family, The Engiston Community, The M.P For Englerston Minister Gleny’s Glenys Hanna Martin. MS Fancle Hall and Family, Charmine Mott, Chrishne Beshell and Family, The Twins, Mr. Gilbert and Familyy, Rev. Franklyn, Hycila Lightourn and Family, Lome Henfield and Family, Rev. Robyn Youngand Family, The Lados meneshy off Robinson Morris and many other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Family and Friends may pay their last respects at Legacy Memorial Mortuary, #85 Mt. Royal Avenue, New Providence on Friday, June 12th, 2026 from 12:00 noon - 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:00am until service time.

Funeral Service For

Engsley Vernetta Cash, 85 affectionately called “Ms. Pepsi”

of West End, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10:00am at St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church, West End, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Fr. Oswald Pinder assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow at West End Public Cemetery.

She was predeceased by her mother: Alvida Gray; father: Caiphus Cash; husband: George Adderley; daughter: Shirley Wilchcombe; sisters: Barbara Charles & Bernice Cash; brothers: Collin Moxey, Mark & Pastor Lewis Cash.

She is survived by her daughters: Fredricka Bethel, Yvonne Mott-Jerome, Pearlene Cartwright and Almeta Ward; son: William Cash; adopted son: Adam Knowles; step children: Clifford And Wilfred Adderley, Margurita (Pastor Phillip) Munroe; grandchildren: Sophia (Kinsha) Fowler, Jessica Adderley, Meshack Newton, Kevin Bethel, Carlton Mott, Rickel Bethel, Adari Bain, Tamika Joseph, Brenay (Quentin) Armbrister, Charles Williams, Cashorna, Cassidy, Demicko, Camryn & Kalsea Cash, Jovette Cartwright, Keon Lightbourne and Clay’vanna Hanna; great grandchildren: Tanika Greene, Kishna, Kareem, Kayden, Skyler & Kamari Fowler, Tonisha Adderley, Carlton, Carltonique, Camea, Camirah, Caturah, Carlisson, Carltronique & Carltia Mott, Kaylio McKenzie, Charles & Unique Williams, Dream Darling, Ryan Joseph, Adari Jr., Adaria, Adarien & Adahj Bain, Q’ari & Q’aijah Armbrister And Alayah Cash; great great grandchildren: Kyren Fowler; sisters: Beverly, Glendia & Edith Cash, Ruthmae Jennings, Joanne Watson, Sharon (Anthony) Bethel And Deborah Gibson; sister-in- law: Ella Moxey-Charlton; brothers: Orthanel (Cleo), Ronald (Matilda) & Adolphus Cash; nieces: Donna Saunders, Judith Newbold, Margaret (Clifford) Daxon, Remona Ford, Sandy Parker, Karen Parker, Imonica Jennings, Christine, Advilda, Glencine Curry; nephews: Kirk, Keith, Donald, Dwight , Jerry, Shanton, Shane, Shannon, Stephan, Sean, Sterling, Shamarco; nieces and nephew-in-laws: Learline, Bernice, Violet (Mervin Wright, Jacqueline (Richard) Rolle, Marilee, Lillian, Rita, Maxine, Charles (Jermisma) Adderley, Neko (Barbara) Grant, Valentine Adderley; numerous grandnieces & nephews; family and friends including: Cash, Gray, Albury, Neely, Roberts, Johnson, Thompson, Ferguson, Moxey, McPhee, Styles, Rolle, Rollins, Bowe, Sears, Knowles, Cartwright, Dean, Clarkes, Dorsette, Anthony Miller and Family; special thanks to: The Doctors And Nurses at West End and Rand Memorial Hospital, West End Plice Force, Peter Taylor & Express Food Store Family, Father Oswald Pinder & Family, Sav Mor Pharmacy & Family, Bishop Ricardo Grant and Universal Household Of Faith Family, The Royal Bahamas Police Force Exuma Division & Administration, Cristian Palacious, Bradley Sands, Morey & Zilpha Evans, Bloise Cash (Eleuthera), Kenneth Nixon (Exuma), Jonice Lockhart, Father Ethan Ferguson & Family, Yvonne McKenzie & Family, Donald Cash & Family, Stuart Manor (Exuma), Steven & Suzan Eklund, Andrea Wallace, Keith Lightbourne, O’Brian Forbes and the entire West End Community.

Viewing will be held in the “Royal Suite” at Westside Memorial Mortuary, Hanna Hill Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama on Friday, June 12, 2026 from 12:00 noon to 6:00pm.

Funeral Service for

Celavie Saint-Phart, 75

A resident of Knowles Drive, Nassau, Bahamas, formerly from Saint Louis-du-Nord, Haiti. died at residence on Sunday May 2nd, 2026.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday 13th June, 2026 at 11:00am at Metropolian Church of Nazarene, Bahama Avenue & East Street, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be Rev. Pastor Rebert Saintibert. Assisted by Other Minister of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, Nassau, Bahamas.

She is survived by her devoted husband: Ebner Prospere; Sons: Sony and Frisner Prospere; Daughter: Gloria Odeus; Grandkids: Yvrose Odeus, Yvelese Odeus, Melissa Prospere, Sherlendar Prospere, Antwanette Odeus, Keiron Sturrup, Elijah Prospere, Sidney Metellus, Solungy Metellus, Sidney Jr., Donisha Odeus; Caregiver: Chemide Dolcine; Nephews: Sainluc, Ti Tet, Sainverti; Nieces: Marilène, Sharilya, Shelda, Inosya; Cousins: Itilia Odeus, Mary Odeus, Ifosa Odeus, Darlin Odeus, Darline Odeus, Kenson Odeus, Wisley Pierre, Kamyah Odeus, Laviner Dolcine, William Odeus, Jayden Petion, Darinique Odeus, Skylar Odeus, Dylan Odeus, Celiya Pierre, Dawens Pierre, Louvens Aime, Aneze Odeus, Mme Jackson, Jackson Prospere, Saul Prospere; Friends: Betty, Paulette, Assedy, Elrode, Jasmine, Tyanna, Jason, Orcely and numerous other Close friends: Wilfred David, Kendal David,

Leisha David, Roselia Antoine, Roslanne Antoine and a host of other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects on Friday, 12th June 2026, 10AM – 5PM at Rest On Funeral Chapel, Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue, and again at the church from 10:00 am until service time.

Death Notice for Marcus Joseph, 40

A resident of Sugar Street, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, 4th June 2026.

He survived by his, parents: Marie Renee Genelis and Eliss Joseph; Brother: Frank Alfred Genelis; Daughter: Mariah McKenize; sister: Berline Pirrelisme; step father: Mavilis Genelis, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

Final Rites & Burial For

Ms. Jerrika Sara, 31

will be held on Saturday, June 13th, 2026 at 11:00am Pilgram Baptist Church, Saint James Road, New Providence, Bahamas. Officiating will be Senior Pastor Cranston V. G. Evans assisted by Pastor Kenderick Curtis and Pastor Elect Lucson Polycarpe. Final Rest will follow in the Old Trail Cemetery Old Trail Road, New Providence, Bahamas.

Jerrika was predeceased by her parents: Miller Pierre and Jeanine SaraSuffaine.

She is survived by her loving son: Marcian Joshua Kevin Farrington; 1 sister: Keryne Sara; co-parent: Marcian Kevin Farrington; 3 foster parents: Norma Joy & Emmette Farrington Sr. & Retired Nursing Officer Carolyn Seymour; 2 foster brothers: Emmitte Jr. & Renaldo Farrington; 1 foster sister: Cassandra Farrington; extended relatives & friends including: Dr. Myles Brennen, Director of the National Emergency Medical Services (NEMS), the management & staff of The National Emergency Medical Services & Central Dispatch, Dr. Alvery Hanna, Antoinette Glinton, Yolanda Edwards, Pastor Cranston Evans, Nurse Rose Thompson, Oralee Smith, Sonny Joan Ulysses, Catharine Noel, Rosita Moses, Antoinette & Angela Curry & Family, Thelma Forbes, Lisa Clarke, Orbinique Butler of West Palm Beach FL., Patricia Rolle & Family, Miriam Bain, Doreen Strachan, Shirley McPhee, Margret Adderley & Family, Eleanor Burns & Family, Doris Rolle & Family, Sharon Thompson & Family, Paulette, Natalie, Annamae & the Taylor Family of George Town Exuma, Louise Mackey & Family, David & Loniece Knowles, Eleanor Hepburn, Mrs. Lightfoot and Staff at Little Scholars Academy, Staff and Students of Sadia Curtis Primary School, PMH Emergency Room Department and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Please accept our sincerest apologies if we missed anyone’s name. It is not our intention.

The body will repose at the Chapel of the Saints Sweeting’s Colonial Mortuary on Friday, June 12th, 2026 from 10.00am to 5.00pm and at the Church on Saturday from 10.00am until service time.

Funeral Service For

Wellandrick Frederick Davis, 41 affectionately called “Grummy”

of Winders Terrace off East Street South, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, 13th June, 2026, 2:00pm at Kemp Road Miniseries. Officiating will be Rev Dr. Ivan F. Buttler assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Cremation will follow.

Wellandrick was predeceased by his father: Gerald Davis.

He is survived by his mother & stepfather: Andrea Fernander-Delancy, Richard Delancy Jr.; son: Delrick Davis; sisters: Natasha Edgecombe, Hudrea Fernander, Janet Burrows, Dale Hepburn, Dorothy Jones, Pattie Hepburn, Carol Wood, Kathy Davis, Leanthia Knowles, Venessa Davis, Susan Oliver, Blair Stuart, Natasha, Nicoya, Nikita, Clarise, Pamela, Erica, Kenricka, Christina, Kimeley, Soraya, Tiffany, Tarrell & Alexis Davis; brothers: Kaverra Moncur, Donald Tucker, Richard Delancy III, Antonio Delancy, Ladon Delancy, Deno Delancy, Jerome, Donovan, Gerald, Serdino, Austin, Corey, Shane, Alonzo, Douglas, Kirklyn & Travis Davis; brothers-in-law: Philip Hepburn, Barry Knowles, Juan Gardiner Jr. Sgt. William Hepburn, Brando; nieces: Hilary Fernander, Natassia Edgecombe, Donay Tucker, Jennifer, Esterlitha, Dehlya, Fiona,Vashti, Lashanda, Whitney, Phylicia, Davna, Sheniqua, Curbie, Mekiesha, Aaroniqua, Dorothy, Aaliyah, Bria, Candia, Keanna, Kyra, Da’Shawn, Sa’de, Savannah, Shaniqua, Juana,Trainay, Karmin, Karmela, Angel,Tearra, Nikita, Gyniah, Aleah, Kayleiaj, Kyara,Donneisha, Donnay, Precious, Xzavier, Caleesha, Shyann, Gabrielle, Allair; nephews: Jason Symonette Jr. Kaverra Moncur Jr., Philip Jr., Jonathan, Williams III, Justin, Kaylin, Kenneth, Kendrick, Kayden, Jerome, Jeremy, Mathias, Keano, Cyril, Daniel. Doraldo, Jude, Josiah, T’Shawn, Nickyle, Trailen, Terrell, Alexander, Travis Jr. Barry Jr. Gerald Jr., Nekito, Deniko, Tyrell, Terron, Fredrick, Donnavon, Michael, Burkley, Theodore; aunts: Deborah Fernander, Alva Romer, Cindy Davis, Jacklyn Fernander-Moxey, Dorette Fernander, Valderine Fernander, Sharon Forbes, Velma Davis, Normanick Davis, Lillian Knowles, Cyprianna Ferguson & Marilyn Pinder; uncles: Floyd Fernander, Clayton Fernander, Clifton Fernander, George Petty Sr., Vandyke Davis, Roger Davis, Andre Moxey, Daniel Davis, Sheldon Storr, Desmond Davis; numerous relatives & friends including: Sheniqua Mackey, Lashan Black, Latavia Black, David Romer Jr., Ciji Adderley-Major, Lestia, Lester Jr. D’Andra, D’Andre, Delvin Davis, Danielle Davis, Saranne Francis, Christina Davis, Nashon Fernander, Nashan Fernander, Winifred, Mareka, Madlyn, Dwight, Lindsey, Leslie, Maxwell & James & Petty Officer 1st Class US Navy Jerome Stuart, Rev. Dr. Mark & Shoniqua Ferguson & Family, Waldon Davis & Family, Ingrid McKenzie & Family, Monalisa Cartwright & Family, Shantell Miller & Family, Uleane Bastian & Family, Lenrick, Lannes, Chelsea, Linda, Dee, Paul, AC Yard Boys & Pinewood Friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respect s at the Clemese Cox Suite at Rosewill Memorial Mortuary, #41 Tonique Williams Darling Highway, New Providence on Friday, 12th June, 2026, 10:00am to 4:30pm and again on Saturday, 13th June, 2026 at 1:00pm until service time at the church.

Funeral Service For

Lisa Mae Butler-Smith, 57

a resident of Coral Road, Coral Harbour, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Bullock’s Harbour, The Berry Islands, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, 13th June, 2026, 11:00am at Revival Time Church of God, Bullock’s Harbor, The Berry Islands. Officiating will be Pastor Kathleen Butler. Interment will follow in the Seaview Cemetery, Bullock’s Harbor, The Berry Islands.

She is survived by her husband: Jermaine Smith Sr.; children: Jermaine Smith Jr., Jamal Smith, Jeron Smith, Alicia Smith and Peatra Edgecombe; sisters and brothers-in-law: Denise Carey (Joseph) Darnell Henfield (Sergio) Marthanise Butler, Kevin Butler, Marco Butler (Latisha Butler), Perry Butler ( Markell Butler), Eugene Butler, Marcel Mortimer, Vonjuri Mortimer, Shelly Butler and Gilda Rolle; aunts: Marina Knowles & IsaDora Bethel and Shandalier Smith; cousins: Charaid, Renardo Bullard, Linda Bullard, Dorshen Bullard, Selena, Charaid, Kirk , Relock Knowles, Vanessa, Omar Hanna, Sheena Sturrup, Royanna Symonette, Rhonda, Deon, Renee & Astronique Bethel; nieces and nephews: Joenise Marshall, Johanna Rolle (Cardinal), Joelle Carey, Valentino Carey (Shenez Carey), Eugene Jr., Gino and Crystal Butler, Jonta Sands (Latwone), Shaniqua, John and Jonathan Winder, Livingston & Shakkiah Miller, Shavonya, Shanece and Danello Rolle, Marco Jr., Markell, Martisha, Elvis Butler, Latario Miller and Kevenette Butler, Eddesha Butler, Kaniyah Butler, Akeem Mackey, Perry Butler Jr., Anastacia Miller(Hubert), Anton Butler, Craig Butler, William Moss; grand nieces and nephews: Carrano and Valeah Rolle, Johnell Marshall, Joaquin Darville and Jamar Carey, Shantina, Valentino Jr, Santino and Vashawn Carey, Latwone Jr., Jayceon and Saphron Sands, Adonis Sweeting, N’Kya and N’Coi Darville, Adorn Rolle, Eugenea Butler, Jonathan Jr., Akeem Jr., Shakina, Deangelo, Huberto Miller, Tavara Clarke, Latoya Clarke, Cristin Thompson, Christina Thompson, Jayce Miller, Jayden Miller and Charlton Butler; great great grand nieces and nephews: Daquan Miller, Desyia Miller, Arlinka Butler, Creanne Butler, Lashan Butler, Indira Butler, Laquel Butler and Shanton Moss; and a host of others relatives and friends including: Bullock Harbour Community and Coco Cay family.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Heritage Memorial Mortuary, #40 Claridge Road, New Providence on Friday, 12th June, 2026 from 11:00am to 3:00pm and on Saturday at the Church at 10:00am until service time

Death Notices For

Laranda Carla Missick, 44

died on Friday, June 5th, 2026 at the Princess Margaret Hospital and formerly of Infant View Road, New Providence, Bahamas.

She is survived by her father: Carl Missick; mother: Bridgette Miller (deceased); children: Marvanette Davis, Tyler Missick, Rashea Brown, Rashad Brown, Luther Missick; sister: Crystal Missick; brothers: Wellington Miller, Theo Miller and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to St. Ambrose Funeral Home and will be announced at a later date.

Ian Major, 67

of Windsor Place off Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

He is urvived by his son: Daylan Major; sisters: Deidre Butler and Marlene Brown; brotherin-law: Nelson Brown; soul brothers: Wadye Riley, Kenny Rolle and Cleophas Longly; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.