Sadley missed by his parents: Willard & Idell Hepburn; sisters: Whyonie Symonette, Karen McIntosh, Sheryl Major & Andrea Brown; brothers: Wayde, Kendal & Willard Andrew and may other relatives and friends.
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Funeral Service For
Lana Lobell Godfrey-Fernander, 67
of #18 Isle Way, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, 9:00 a.m. at Southwest Cathedral Church of Church, Carmichael Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Bishop Carlton Adderley assisted Tony Hanna and by other Ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Kervin Godfrey and Louise Deveaux; sister: Shelly Johnson.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband: Bryan Fernander; children: Adrian Godfrey, Latoya and Michelle Fernander; grandchildren: Samuel McNeil, Adrian Jr. and Omarion Godfrey; siblings: Kervin(Ellavese) Godfrey Jr., Alfred (Miriam) Walkes, Lavaughn (Christopher) Higgs, Benton (Kasha) Johnson, Sharon, Elton, Chantell and Shawn Johnson, Shemona (Andrew) Johnson-Adderley, Julius (Sheryl), Dwayne (Miriam), Dwight and Kevin Fernander, Denise Nairn; nieces and nephews: Nurse Kelsha Roberts, Theus Flowers, Marine Mechanic Anejo (Sharanna) Higgs, Able Seaman Shaquille Higgs, Kiziah Higgs; Kyle Godfrey, Anastacia, Deangelo (JP), Vashti, Deangelique, Breon, Brenton, Terah, Shaquille, Jade, Justin, Kyle, Kailin, Trevar, Elton Jr., Elshan, Eltina, Elliyha, Valarie, Dashawn and Jaylen Johnson, Channeece Bowe, Theanicka Lightbourne; Durville (Dukie), Khalfarah, Allan, Aniska , Pryncze , Alexious, Lathario Walkes; Chino Carter, Shantia Johnson; Curtis Jr. and Curshad Nairn, Jewel, Jade, Joette, Demaria, Melia, Diaz, Sergio Fernander; numerous grand nieces and nephews, loving and dedicated caretaker: Collette Clarke; other relatives and friends including: Rufus Johnson, Dijon(Kim) Seymour, Charlene Duncombe, Antoinette Seymour, Andrea Smith & Family, Athama Bowe, Deanne Williams, Lydia Johnson, Rosa Walkes, Dorothy (Dot) Outten, Dr. Ferriston Lockhart; The Wallace, Simmons, Bowe, Seymour and Hepburn family, The Stubbs, of Miami st., Neighbors of Losoto close, Flamingo Gardens and neighbors of Pear Tree St. Sir Lynden Estate,The Dean, Moxey, Brown and Fernander family, Elizabeth Roberts & Family, Demetrius Smith and Family, Lawar McNeil, Bishop Carlton and Rev Rudy Adderley and the entire Southwest Cathedral Family, Bishop Donnie & Jenniemae Storr and family, Rev. Nadine Whylly, Rhodrick ( Althea) Brown, East St. Church of God and Rev. Carlton Stuart and Wife, Maurice Arthur and Pandora Adderley, Pastor Bruce Davis, Keith, Terry, Cornell and wife Dean Deandrea Dorsette, staff and students of H. O. Nash Junior High School, former colleagues of S. C. McPherson and C. I. Gibson, staff of PMH Female Medical 1 & 2, Dr. Rudolph Culmer, Nurse Verencha Adderely, Dr. Karn, Dr. Chambers, Dr. Ettiene and the entire team of PMH Orthopedics, Dr. Turnquest and team of PMH Oncology, Today, our hearts are heavy, but we are also thankful. Thankful for her life, her love, her prayers, her teachings, and the many memories she leaves behind. Lana’s journey here has ended, but what she gave to her family, her students, and all who loved her will never be forgotten.Her love remains. Her lessons remain. Her memory remains. may her soul rest in eternal peace.
The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors, 7th Terrace Collins Avenue, New Providence on Friday from 12:00noon to 5:00p.m. and on Saturday at the Church from 8:00 a.m. until service time.
Celebration of A Gem Service
Arlington Rahming Jr., 58
of #56 Dunmore Street, will be held on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at 11am at Grants Town Seventh-Day Adventist Church, #18 Wellington Street. Officiating will be Pastor Wilson Isnord, assisted by Elders Christopher Stewart, Roger Forbes and Michael McCoy. Cremation Was Held.
The Radiance of this “Ruby of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of his:
Wife: Marie Jocelyne Rahming; One Daughter: Youdeline Rahming; One Grandson: Nyron Granolison; One Brother: Richard Ferguson; Three Sisters: Nathalee Markland, Sandra Miller and Thelma Griffin; Five Nephews: Ivan, Sean, Benjamin, Donzel and Dino Markland; Four Nieces: Kaffane, Lisa and Tanya Markland and Vanessa Miller;
One Aunt: Manika Bell-Canter; Other Loving Family and Friends Including: Jarvin Body, Alton Young, Newll Duncan, Lorenzo Culmer, JJ Newbold, Telano Rigby, James William, Emily Celestin, Shekira, Elvis Christine Evans & Family, and Michael 3M Fashion and many supportive family, friends and church members.
Guest book can be signed at www.emeraldmemorialmortuary.com
Death Notice of A Gem
Robert Stanley Young, 66
of #68 Isabella Boulevard, Marathon Estates, completed his final weld at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Robert is preceded in death by his: Wife: Sandra Maria Laing-Young; Father: Robert Young; Mother: Ismae Ferguson; Father-in-law: Leviticus Laing; Mother-in-law: Sylvia Smith-Laing; Sister-in-law: Leota Rahming;
The Radiance of this “Sardonyx of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of his:
One Daughter: Robin Young: Two Stepsons: Kevin and Dwayne Lockhart; One Stepdaughter: Shanique Johnson; Four Sisters: Ophelia Mary Knowles, Maxine, Andrea and Deidre Young; Three Brothers-in-law: Alonzo, Gregory and Wilbert Laing; Two Sisters-in-law: Joycelyn Smith and Leanna Knowles; Other Loving Family and Friends.
Celebration of A Gem Service, will be announced when completed. Check our website for updates.
Funeral Services For
Derozin Saint Jean, 51
A resident of East Street, New Providence, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, June 26th, 2026.
Funeral Service will be held on Saturday July 11th, 2026 12:00 noon at New Haitian Mission Baptist Church, Palm Beach Street, Nassau Bahamas. Officiating will be Pastor Ramy Delira, assisted by other Minister of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikernard, Nassau, Bahamas.
Left to cherish his precious memories are his, mother: Ydora St. Jean; father: Dirogene St. Jean; children: Rhea St Jean, Ideja St. Jean, Colman St. Jean, Vensen St. Jean, Denika St. Jean, Nosiana St. Jean, and Deneja Smith; Sisters and brother: Easlande Prudhomme, Rose St. Jean, Culmer St. Jean, and Vinsin St. Jean; grandchildren, special friend: Erica Smith; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects on Friday July 10th, 2026 from 3:00PM – 4:00PM at Rest On Funeral Chapel Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue, and again at the church from 11:00 am until service time
Francion Jean-Louis, 78
A resident of Mason Addition, New Providence, formerly from Saint Marc, Haiti, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday April 22nd, 2026.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00am, on Saturday, 11th July, 2026, at Metropolitan Church of Nazarene, East Street & Bahama Avenue, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be Rev. Pastor Rebert Saintibert, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikernard Roads, Nassau, Bahamas.
Left to cherishhis precious memories are his, devoted wife: Seraide Joseph Jean-Louis; children: Jean Pierre, Frida Jean Louis, Cicie Jean Louis, Marckenson Jn Pierre, Mercidieu Jean Louis; grand children: Owen Jean Pierre, Maïcon Jean Pierre, Samentha Jean Pierre, Francinel Jean Pierre, Mayson Jean Pierre, Taïcha Jean Pierre Vicknel Jean Pierre, Bernal Jean Pierre, Tama Jean Louis, Michama Jean Pierre, and Samy Jean Pierre; siblings: Madame Merace Ponyen Jean Louis, and Francima Jean Louis; numerous nephew include: Kervin Merasse; brothers-in-law: Arius Jean-Louis, and Markenson; and host of other and relatives and friends. THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC VIEWING
Mercedes Merard
Joseph, 70
A resident of San Andros, Nassau, Bahamas, formerly from La Tortue, Haiti, died at PMH, on Monday July 6th, 2026.
She survived by her devoted husband: Nassilien Merard; children: Enalia Merard, Mislene Neci, Moruce Neci, Genitha Merard, Ysnalia Merard, Ysnader Merard, Misnert Merard, and Marckender Merard, numerous, sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited.
Death Notices for Clenide Similien, 56
A resident of Harbour Island, Eleuthera, Bahamas, formerly from St. Louis-du-Nord, Haiti, died at PMH, on Friday July 3rd, 2026.
She is survived by her, Father: Eliphat Similien; Mother: Isemera Moline; Father of Children: Smith Petit-Bois; Daughters: Widnie Sylvain , Lovelie Petit-Bois; Bonus Child: Rolanta Marien Dorelus; Son: Nicko Petit-Bois; Grandchildrens: Youvika Winny Danis, Raven Wid Yousra Utile; Sister: Philia Similien; Brothers: Elucien Similien, Ronel Similien; Nieces: Nadege St-Clair, Staphen Desir, Stheydy Desir, Mickin-China Desir, Anesleïdjie Similien, Leïna Similien, Leïla Similien, Chinica Alvinat; Nephews: Bonachy Desir, Richardson Desir, Guy-tachrdy Desir, Snick Desir, Guy-ophdy Desir, Jefferson Similien, Thomas Similien, Max Similien; Sisters-in-law: Leonie Petit-Bois, Lavila PetitBois; Brother-in-law: Jn Rolet Petit Bois; Cousins: Velourde Vil, Yvonne Vil, Lourdes Lourdes Line Saint-ford, Annocilia Joseph, Rosemaine Joseph, Renette Petion, Ediannie Joseph, Motilia Norelien, Vilanise Norelien, Gladice Depaloire, Saint Delva, Philocia, Delva, Madeleine Delva, Eleine Similien, Gertie Similien, Lorvencia Petit Bois, Jn Rony Petit Bois, Egenie Ernest, Serandieu Moline, Ediane Moline,Vijo Moline, Jilber Moline, Ernest Norelien, Vilanest Norelien, Roby Philius. Johnson Sylvertre, Jeffrey Sylvertre, Elifred Delva, Makès Delva, Rodrigue Similien, Daniel Joseph, Elkey Civil, Louimane Civil, Jean Rither Vil; In special appreciation: Chandeler Edmond, Annette; and other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited
Curby
Dorvil, 28
A resident of Sunshine Park, Golden Gates, Nassau Bahamas, died at Vaudreuil, Cap Haitien, Haiti, on Friday June 12th, 2026.
He survived by his devoted wife: Nency SimonDorvil; father: Jacquelin Dorvil; mother: Joseline Dorvil; children: Da’Vainna Amethyst Dorvil and Cour’Tazia Cinae Dorvil; sisters: Guilene Bien-Aime, Janice Dorvil, Necar Dorvil; brother: Jacksun Dorvil; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited.
Funeral Services for Estelle Dawkins, 82
a resident of Great Harbour Cay, Berry Islands & formerly of Mastic Point, Andros, will be held at Revival Time Highway Church of God, Bullocks Harbour, Berry Islands, on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Kathleen Butler, assisted by Minister Leefa Swain & other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Harbour Side Cemetery, Bullocks Harbour.
Left to cherish her memories are her, 1 daughter: Carolyn Rolle; 1 son: Dwight Dawkins; 1 son-in-law: Drexel Rolle; 1 granddaughter: Tameka Dawkins; 2 great granddaughters: Tanovea and Telea Dawkins; Nieces & Nephews: Ellamay Ferguson, June Cartwright, Daniel Demeritte, Timmy and Terrance McKenzie, Dora Green, Mary Clarke, Michelle Sawyer, Cudder Rolle, Tyrone Sawyer, John Dawkins, Linda Dawkins, Messa & Wendell Dawkins, Michelle Lewis, Karen Williams, Frankie Williams, Charles Ambrose, Judy Grant, Arthur Belfour, Lakeisha Demeritte, Ogeta Strachan, Doreen Laing, Kevin Ferguson, Neville Knowles, Garvin Knowles, Bradley and Mary Knowles, Vans Mott, Joy Mott, Benjamin Sawyer, Nadia Rolle & Tillie Knowles; Adopted children: Rudolph Mackey, Tania, Erma, Elva, Lavar, C.J., Zento, Drew & Leo Adderley, Angie Mackey; Inlaws: Agnes Knowles, Jean, Burk, Nelly & Timothy Adderley, Pastor Kathleen Butler, Ella Brennen, Michael Knowles, Denise Carey, Kevin Butler, Maria Butler, Eugene Butler, Marco Butler, Collymae Francis; Godchildren: Hurbert and Stacy Miller, Rochelle Adderley, Stanley Adderley, Shandera Mackey Butler, Jane Taylor, Freddie Taylor, Deno Hanna, Shanell Taylor, Warren Taylor & Tia Saunders; Other relatives & friends including: Tracy Dean, Father Heins, Ivan & Renee Bridgewater, Ruth & Elon Rolle, Shelly Cole, Emerison Brennen, Fredricka Adderley, Percy Darville, Chester Darville, J immy Darville, Shirley & Brenda Darville, Joe Darville, Huston Clarke, Harry & Cola Clarke, Vincent & Tia Adderley, Pastor Kathleen Butler, Kissie Brown, Mugger Moss & Diesha Butler.
Friends may pay their last respects at the church in Bullocks
Harbour on Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. & on Friday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Mr. Carroll Theophilus Hepburn, 46
a resident of Cowpen Road & formerly of Grand Bahama, Bahamas, will be held at St. John’s Native Baptist Cathedral, Meeting Street, on THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be The Right Hon. Rev. Dr. Carrington S. Pinder & Rev. Dr. Sabrina Pinder, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Cremation will follow
Left to cherish his precious memories are his, wife: Genice Hepburn; children: Theophilus, Jahreal, Makeda, and Jeremiah Hepburn; mother: Bettymae Hepburn; mother-in-law: Audrey Major; fatherin-law: Bertram Morley; sisters: Esther Rolle, Aerleathe Stubbs, Loretta Strachan, Patrice Strachan, Lauralee Susan Strachan, Marlene Nichole Strachan, and Retevea Bailey; brothers: William Tennery Hepburn, Cordero Moore, Isaiah Strachan, and Albert Strachan Jr.; aunt: Magdelene Sargent. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and a host of cherished friends, including: Cleveland and Karen Goddard, Gaynell Sargent, Sherika Demerrite, Janeile S. Pinder, Veronica King, Ryan Rahming, Brendalee and Geoffrey Greene, Shantell Knowles, Mitchell Gilbert, Prince Dawkins, Bro. Julian Colebrooke, Bro. Edwin Ramsey, Odrick Roberts, Audley Coakley, Santana Spence, Edney Butler, Jude Rolle, the Paving Crew 1, the Department Lab Crew, the Building and Maintenance Crew Plant, the Trucking Crew, the Management and Staff of Bahamix Limited, Bishop Carrington S. Pinder, Rev. Dr. Sabrina I. Pinder, and the members of St. John’s Native Baptist Cathedral.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 1-5:00 p.m. on Wednesday & on Thursday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service for
Mr. Kendal Michael “Cobra” Mortimer Sr., 68
a resident of 128 Bamboo Blvd., will be held at Evangelistic Pentecostal Church, Inc., Pentecostal Square, Garden Hill #2, on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Stanley G. Gibson, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
He is survived by his loving wife: Evangelist Constance Diane Mortimer, 1 son: Kendal Mortimer Jr.; 2 daughters: Evangelist Kendian Sawyer, Kennae Mortimer; Son-inlaw: Deacon Cory Sawyer Sr., Grandchildren: Cory Sawyer Jr., Kyron Sawyer, Corrissa Sawyer, Brothers: Anthony Mortimer, Minister Craig Mortimer Sr.; Sisters: Minister Rosebud Mortimer-Johnson, Minister Bridget Mortimer, Brother-in-law: Leonard Johnson; Sisters-in-law: Geneva Mortimer, Sandra Mortimer, Georgie Mortimer, Ruth Carey, Pastor Dr. Marion Forbes & Pandora Forbes; Nephews: Devonne Mortimer Sr. (Lourdine), Leron “Gigi” Mortimer Sr., Jason Mortimer (Latisha), Sean Mortimer, Giovanni Johnson, Tyrone Pinder (Mia), Craig Mortimer Jr. (Bianca), Crystoph Mortimer, Nikito Lewis, Ricardo Forbes (Lovetia), Kermit Forbes, Denya Forbes, Alexander Bain (Joanne), Gary Bain, Mario Bain, Marvin Bandin; Nieces; Chaplin Dominique Mortimer, Prophetess Latanya Jean Jacques (Claude), Toni Mortimer, Anthonique Mortimer, Genae Mortimer-Moree (Eric), Raquel Sawyer (Jason), Jasmine Dawkins (Jermaine Dawkins Sr.), Desiree Mortimer, Brittany Mortimer, Rochelle Carey, Crystal Mortimer, Monique Stevens (Calvert), Shakira “Angel” Bethel (Pastor Evan Bethel Sr.), Chantell Sweeting- Miller (Adrian), Asp. Judith Forbes, Petty Officer Tiffany Forbes, Tamika Forbes, Tamara Forbes, Martiqua Richardson, Veesey Ferguson, Jacklyn Reese, Angie Molly; Grandnephews: Leron Mortimer Jr. Trevor Mortimer, Lavar Mortimer, Anthony Mortimer-Moree, Ezekial Mortimer, Deangelo Rolle, Ameen Mortimer, Josiah Mortimer, Jahaeziah Mortimer, Terrell Cox, Claude Jean Jacques Jr., Santonio McDonald, Alton Rolle, Vashtin Mortimer, Cramari Mortimer, Jermaine Dawkins Jr., Javari Dawkins, Jai Mortimer, Leroy Davis, Michael Mortimer, Jamaal Farrington, Alexio Bain, Otis Bowleg, Aiden Gareth Bain, Caiden Stevens, Evan Bethel II, Kemuel Forbes, Dante Forbes, Adrian Miller Jr., Chaz Sweeting, Clendric Sweeting, Kamaal Forbes (Angelica), Keon Forbes (Demi); Grandnieces: Devonya Mortimer, Denesha Mortimer, Deanne Mortimer, Londyn Mortimer, Megan Mortimer, Kyrell Mortimer, Loriesha Mortimer, Jaylah Mortimer, Jermany Dawkins, Leilani Johnson, Candace Stevens, Ciara Stevens, Evanique Bethel, Nyla Coakley, Aria Lewis, Krystle Forbes, Cara Forbes,
Denisha Forbes, Alexia Bain, Otishka Bowleg, Vashti Mortimer, Biearja Rolle, Brittani Rolle, Dakota Mortimer, Destini Mortimer, Aisha Mortimer, Asma Mortimer, D’Ashante Mortimer, Anthea Mortimer-Moree, Dedira Sands, De’Shanne Sands, Shareece Forbes, Chantia Sweeting, Adia Miller, Adria Miller, Latrell Davis, Sherrie Davis, Woman Marine Terrell Sawyer, Kahli Sawyer, Kahanta Sawyer, Kendira Douglas, Tattiana Thompson, Carla Jackson, Keishla Mackey, Antonique Smith, Shenique Harris-Feaste, Mia Andrews, Mineria Reese, Tamika Ferguson, Lawrencene Cornish. Other Friends & Relatives: The Family of The New Free Community Holiness Baptist Cathedral, Apostle Dorinda Dean & family, Dr. Drexel Williams & Golden Gates Clinic family, Cyril King & the family of Ocean Breeze, Leroy Forbes & the BACC family, Prince Moxey & family, Valderence & Aleace Henfield & family, Pastor Monique Seymour, Maria Strachan & family, the family of Checkers Cafe, Gary Bethel Sr. & the family of G & M Appliances, Sam Hepburn, Macio Calma & family, The Newbold family, Corraine Knowles & family, Nevie & Renae Sweeting & family, Mary Barr, Mark Forbes & family, Beneby & the HGM family, Manferd Forbes & family, Paul’s Air Conditioning family, Randy Feaste & the family of Allied Management, Leviticus Rolle, The Kensington Subdivision Family, Ms. Anderson, Apostle Vanessa Glinton, Officers & Member of the Upperoom Praying Station & Members of the Evangelistic Pentecostal Church, Inc.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 1-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time
Death Notice for Donald Ishmael Rolle, 65
a resident of #15 McKinney Close off McKinney Drive, died at PMH on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
He is survived by his wife: Marion Rolle; 2 daughters: Donnelle Rolle-Beckford & Shantol Davis-Clarke; 2 sons: Donald (Caroline) Rolle Jr. & John (Brittney) Davis; adopted daughter: Irene Williams; 2 grandchildren: Natalya Beckford & Jayden Davis; 9 sisters: Mebra Evans, Norma Johnson, Donna Stuart, Montrae Bauld, Paula Emmanuel, Shirlean Murphy, Iva Rahming, Vernita Dean & Melony Portier; 5 brothers: Leonard, Glenroy, Ronald, Samuel & Pasqual Rolle; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later
Funeral Service for Charlene Sharmoon Hall, 45
a resident of Leehill Close, Leeward East, will be held at The New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Baillou Hill Road South, on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Cranston V.G. Evans, assisted by Pastor Kenrick Curtis, Pastor Lucson Polycarpe & other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
Left to cherish her memories, Adopted Mother: Sabrina Hepburn (Steven); Sister: Bryann Hepburn; Brother: Stevevaughn Hepburn; Aunts: Christine Clarke, Maxine Bethel, Emily McPhee, Linda Colebrooke, Pettian Demeritte, Sandra McPhee; Uncles: Reverend Egleton Brown (Majorie), Kendal McPhee Sr., Adrian McPhee (Vera Mae), Lavardo McPhee Musgrove and Vincent McPhee; Cousins: Shernea Miller-Fulford (Terran) and family, Pastor Cranston Evans (Teresita) and family, Tiphaney Russell and family, Sherrell Brown and family, Celeste Gilbert and family, Ricardo, Wendell, Samantha, Shantel, Geraldo Brown and family, Elton and Shelton Williamson, Patrice McPhee-Williams (Kale) and family, Elkeria Williamson-Josey (Kemuel) and family Kendal McPhee Jr., Michael McPhee. Other relatives and friends: Lucy Lightbourn and family, Annismae Sands and family, Kevin Rolle and family, Inspector Wayne Rolle and family, Karen and Annis Rolle, Miriam Bain and family, Shirleymae McPhee-Exilas, Miriam Bain, Doreen Strachan, Basil Musgrove and family, Craydora Musgrove and family, Jane Musgrove and family, Bridgette Burrows, Charlene Sanderson, Bridgette Burrows, Katrina Burrows, Cheryl Hanna, Sandra Chea, Janice Forbes, Sylvia Butler, Marcia Swift, Louise Knowles, Valdez Durham, Ureca and Pereca Johnson, Katrina Burrows, Lisa Dames, Lucina Richards, Doris and Steve Romer, Henry Rolle, Pastor Alfred Stewart and family, The Ekklesia Fellowship Church family, The New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Emmanuel Baptist Church, Kemp Road Community, Senator Elsworth Johnson and family, Princess Margaret Hospital (Dr. Kevin Moss), Bahamas Immigration Department Krysta Moxey, Crystal Rolle, Bianca Brown, Genea Williams, Ashley Whyms, Evernique Moss, Lavan Gardiner.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 11-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notices for
Mrs. Patty Sally Smith, 61
a resident of #87 Guinep Street, Pinewood Gardens, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday July 3rd, 2026.
She is survived by her husband: Victor Ken Smith; 2 daughters: Kim McPhee & Tanya Smith; 1 son: Lem Victor Smith; 7 grand children; 5 sisters: Diana Cunningham, Elizabeth Glass, Patrice Bonaby, Antoinette Dean & Natasha Davis; 5 brothers: Dave, Shyeye, Valentino, Roy & Tyrone Davis; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later
Bishop
Jonathan Pratt Sr., 70
a resident of Palmetto Ave. off Baillou Hill Road, died at PMH on Friday, July 3, 2026.
He is survived by his wife: Lillamae Pratt; 1 son: Jonathan Pratt II; 2 grandchildren: Jonathan III & Jada Pratt; 2 brothers: Wilbert Pratt & Evangelist Benjamin Pratt; 1 sister: Gloria Sawyer; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later
Marina Knowles, 83
a resident of Hibiscus Way, Garden Hills, died at PMH on Saturday, July 4, 2026.
She is survived by 4 children: Selina Bodie, Kirklyn Knowles, Charaid McPhee & Arnold Knowles; Grandchildren: Lavardo Lockhart, Laqunya Lockhart, Deangelo Hudson, Deallo Lockhart, Charanda Hudson-Rahming, Chavante Bain, Chatavinique Ferguson; and a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Funeral Service For
Leroy Ferguson, 59 affectionately called “Vince”
of Kortwright Street, Matthew Town, Inagua, Bahamas will be held at The Zion Baptist Church, Albert and Meadow Street, Matthew Town, Inagua on Saturday, 11th July, 2026 at 11:00am. Officiating will be Rev’d Audrey Burrows assisted by other Ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Inagua Public Cemetery.
His life and legacy will live on in the hearts of his wife: Leah Tonya Ferguson; son: Leroy Ferguson Jr.; daughters: Lashae Bain, Lakia Ferguson; grandchildren: Lakyra Cox, Pedro Keanu Bain; son-in-law: Pedro Dion Bain; adopted children: Vaughn Newman, Gaynell Higgs; sister: Olida Ferguson; aunt: Mary Johnson & Yvonne Ferguson; nieces and nephews: Bernadette, Bernard and Bernardo Ingraham, Sabrina and Salario Morris, Henrica, Reginae and Re’Niyah McCoy, Sharina, Valentino, Joshua and Nevaeh Wallace, Seddrico and Sheriya Ferguson, Taylen Longley, Natasha and Sasha Ferguson, Anthon Taylor, WPC 4462 Vernika, Akeem and Kaden Taylor, W/SGT 3744 Andromeda Smith, Dejah and Davante Johnson, Dominique Seymour, Demetrius, Garrinique and Latavinique Taylor, Matthew II & Nakeisha Rolle, Mark Jr. and Marquille Rolle, Dean Jr. and Decele Mullings, Nicholas Raul Lindo, Jasmyne, Jonathan and Joshua Burrows; brothers-inlaw: William Davis, Matthew Rolle I, Randolph Burrows, Norris Turnquest, Gian Burrows, Marshall Simmons, Mark Rolle Sr., Nicholas Lindo and Dean Mullings Sr.; sisters-in-law: Michelle Burrows, Vanessa Rolle, Celeste Mullings, Tarra Lindo, Tara Burrows, Denise Rolle and Maria Ferguson; aunts and uncles-in-law: Iris Farquharson, Daisy Williams, Theresa Higgs, Joan Burrows, Samuel and Renee Nixon, Henry & Isemene Nixon, Giselle Fielder, Zelma Rolle, Muriel and Clement Mcintosh, Halcy Dorsett; god children: Vanda McIntosh & Julio Rolle; cousins: James Leo Ferguson M.P., Lucy Hamilton, Christabelle McCoy, Giovanni Hanchell, Gordejah Morley, Robert, Christal and Christian Hanchell, Ruby, Charles, Glen, Arnold, Charles Jr., Chesney and Cameron Hanna, Ruthmae and Desiree Joseph, Antonia Williams, Sanfred Rolle, Jamaal Bain, Leamon, Anthon, Jennifer, Pedro and Cloris Cartwright, Rose, Drexel, Carletta and Veronica Ingraham, Carlos Lightbourne, Vivian, Mispah, Halson and Andre Moultrie, Ethalyn, Urika, Theodora, Tammi and Avando Cartwright, Gerard and Nicole Moultrie, Utta, Pochina and Vanessa Ferguson, Wellington and Joann Pinder, Samantha Knowles, Austin, Adrian, Geraldine, Doris and Deborah Pyfrom, Helen and Barbara Ferguson, Bruann Pyfrom Miles, Jennifer Johnson, Alice and Chadwick McPhee, Deandrea & Antonio Clarke, Geneo, Novelette, Yvonne and Ramona Turnquest, Maureena Wells, Endol, Videl, Ralph, Elvis, Austin, Trustin, Cordero, James and
Shaquel Cartwright, Audrey Mortimer, Perry Fawkes, Debra Cartwright, Iverne Palacious, Louise Charlton, Cameleta, Michelle Cartwright & Marjorie Wilson; other relatives and friends: Monique Dillette, Pedro Nathaniel & Ella Bain, Keyota & Johnson Bernadin, Gemma Nixon, Judith Rigby, Rachel Culmer, Patricia Major, Taynia and Kayla Farquharson, Lydia Rahming, Angela Colbey, Flora Smith, Betsy Cenatus, Darius and Joyann Williams, Penelope Nottage, Tristain Hanna, Yukon Simms, Goulandris Taylor, Luella and Monique Smith, Nelson Burrows, Bria & Cheo Dawkins, Brenda, Eddington, & Erma Burrows, Latisha McIntosh, Maria Pickering and family, Quintin Smith, Mario Ellis, Luther and Adrianna Mortimer, Huden Cox, Dale Harvey, Vasco Brennen, Tyrone Bain, the Nixon family , the Arnett family, Angela Kelly, George and Sophia Smith, George and Mary Cartwright, Rian McQueen, Jon Rahming, John Penn, Rinaldo & Khadijah Johnson, Samantha & Remington Wilchcombe, Shanice Bethel, Tenneille Bullard, Shirley McKenzie, Alworth & Rosemary Rahming, Dr. Wright, Nurse Seidu and Staff of Matthew Town Clinic, Dr. Issa Grant and Staff, Nurse Maycock, Sister Roker and the staff at PMH Dialysis Unit, Tracy Cooper and the Management and Staff of Bahamasair Holdings Ltd., Bahamas Red Cross Family, Management and Staff of Lusca Salt Group., Management & Staff of Veritas Consultants Ltd., Fr. Bowe and St. Philip’s Anglican Church Family, Rev. Audrey Burrows and Zion Baptist Church family. Herbert & Camalee Major & Family and Community of Matthew Town, Great Inagua, Bahamas.
Friends may pay their last respects at the Zion Baptist Church, Albert Street, Matthew Town, Inagua on Friday, 10th July, 2026 from 5:00pm –7:00pm and again on Saturday from 9:00am until service time.
Death Notice For
Sterling Gregory Ingraham, 54
of Kortwright Street, Matthew Town, Inagua, Bahamas died on Monday, July 6th, 2026 at the Princess Margaret Hospital
He was predeceased by his father: George Ingraham.
He is survived by two beautiful daughters: Khadijah and Kaiyesha Ingraham; mother: Susette Wilson; grandchildren: Khamori Babb and Miracle Poitier; brothers: Steven and Shawn Ferguson, Shane Wilson and Kevin Ingraham; sister: Shamia Ingraham; aunts: Delores Wilson, Patricia Seymour, Joan Rolle, Brendalee Smith and Charmaine Wilson; uncle: Barry Wilson; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Memorial Service For
Memorial Tribute & Semi Military Service For Retired Corporal 734
Melvern Patrice Roker, 63
of Silver Palm Lane, Imperial Park, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Sunday, June 14, 2026 will be held on Friday, July 17, 2026, 11:00am at Holy Cross Anglican Church, Soldier Road, Highbury Park, New Providence. Officiating will be The Rt. Rev. & Rt. Hon. Laish Boyd Bishop of the Diocese of The Bahamas and The Turks & Caicos Islands and The Rev. Canon Norman Lightbourne. Cremation was held.
Melvern wss predeceased by her parents: The Late Fletcher Sr. & Verna Deveaux; sister: Ingrid Deveaux.
Left to cherish the unforgettable memories are her daughters: Tommel Stuart & Tomeisha Benjamin; grandchildren: Brooklyn Campbell, Legend & Titan Stuart & Emerie Benjamin; sons-in-law: Geoffrey C. Stuart & Peter Benjamin; sisters: Charlene Knowles & Nieoka Deveaux; brothers: Fletcher Jr. (Karen) & Shane Deveaux (Audrey); aunts: Dorothy Roberts, Linda Major, Brenda Lewis, Patricia Thompson, Deborah Sands, Janet Gray & Betty Walkes; uncles: Dudley Lewis, Benjamin & John Walkes & Rodrick Pratt (Veronica); nieces & nephews: Chacara Deveaux-Carroll, Chamont & ChaKell Barry, Destiny Archer, Shavonne Forbes, Vivian Missick, Charman, Chavargo, Shera, De’Ann, Charell, DeAngelo & Renaldo Deveaux, Gemma Butler, Shanae Minnis, Shane Jr. & Kaitlyn Deveaux; grandnieces & nephews: Kevyn & Kayvan Doreus, Edison Jr. & Zari Carroll, Chamont Jr. & Daijah Barry, Kaidence Francis, Sarai, Sharia & Saru Deveaux, Steel, Saint & Sage Minnis; and a host of cousins including: Anthony, Kevin, Sheldon, Vaughn & Aaron Roberts, Kimberly Scott, Keith Jr., Rory & Brandon Major, Shandy, Vasco & Theron Bastian, Jamal Taylor & Sean Thompson, The Hon. Sebastian Bastian, M.P., Alia & Alvin Sands, Kelcine Hamilton & Cherina Hamilton (NY), Ursula Dawson (NC), Deborah Harris (NY), Shandy, Deborah, Barbara, Monique, Marilyn, Dorothy Deveaux, Monique Hervy (IL), Lashon Storr (TX), Lindell Rodgers, Sanshayeea Adderley, Paige Boyd, Nina McBride, Sheena Cooper, Dario & Leetravino Deveaux, Reginald Hanna, Vaughn, Cordell & Wayne Carey and Edmond Johnson; godchildren: Daunte & Ethan Smith & Téja Roker; and other relatives and friends including: The Royal Bahamas Police Force, Police Criminal Records Office, ASP Gina Burnside, Ret. Cpl. 2033 Geneva Bridgewater-Dean, The Hon. Madam Justice Renae McKay & Family, Senator The Hon. Wayne R.
Munroe, K.C., The Hon. Jomo Campbell, M.P., Ancilla Stuart, Peter & Chrislyn Benjamin, Rudy & Veronica Cooper & family, Charlene Stuart & family, Tracey Neymour-Smith & family, Bede & Marcia Sands & family, Andrea Rolle & family, Sharon Lewis & family, Karen Dean & family, Satara Taylor, Nickelle Outten & family, Noralee Martin & family, Janet Darling, Paris Taylor, Mrs. Bridget Ward, Vasti Seymour, Justina Neely, Bessie Manahan & family, Gwendolyn Clarke and Vernencha Forbes. Special thanks to: Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, The Doctors and Staff at The Princess Margaret Hospital Female Medical Wards 1 & 2, Above & Beyond Nursing Agency Ltd.: Dr. Randolph Culmer, Nurses Valencia Adderley, Devonia Burnside & Donique Mackey, Nurse Kay Kemp-Bethel, Elizabeth Estates Clinic District Nurses: Nurse Khadijah Andrews & Team, The Office of The Attorney General Civil Litigation’s Department, Tiffany Rolle-McPhee, Da’lyncia Armbrister, Tony Merdelus, Ginette Charles and Elmitha Sidrack and many more relatives and friends too numerous to mention. May Her Sweet Soul Rest in Peace.
Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O, Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence on (NEXT) Wednesday, July 15, 2026 from 10:00am to 5:00pm.
Arrangements are being handled by Vaughn O. Jones memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence, Bahamas.
There will be NO VIEWING at the church.
Death Notice For Ioshi Tanya Taylor, 49
of Golden Gates #2, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, 30th June, 2026.
She is survived by her sisters and their spouses: Denise Cousins, Violet (Troy) Johnson, Nicole (Kurt) Major, Anekeba Smith and Ashley Anderson; brothers and their spouses: Jethro, Andrew (Linda) and Lamonte Hanna, Ricardo (Latoya), Bruno, and Devaugh Smith; and Alexio Baillou; aunts: Muriel Clarke, Geleta Gray, Ruthmae McPhee, Maria Smith, Jackie and Sherry Whylly and Leona Dames; uncles: Reuben and David Smith, Gus Johnson, Clement Taylor and Christopher Whylly; numerous nieces and nephews, other extended family, relatives, and a wide circle of friends who will cherish her memory.
Memorial Service is planned for Thursday 30th July, 2026.
Funeral Service For
Cynthia Clarke Russell, 82
a resident of Casurilla Lane, Sea Breeze Estates, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at Maranatha Seventh Day Adventist Church, Prince Charles Drive, New Providence.
Pre-Service will begin at 12:30 pm and Service commences at 1:00 pm.
Officiating will be Pastor Leonard Johnson, Vice President, General Conference of Seventh Day Adventists assisted by Pastor Leonardo Rahming, Pastor Kareem Black and Pastor Valentino Campbell. Cremation will follow.
Cynthia was predeceased by her husband: William Alexander Russell, Parents, Katherine Ferguson and Paul Clarke, uncle: Obadiah Ferguson; aunts: Mary Clarke, Leana Green, Diane Lightbourne and Savaletha Rolle.
Left to cherish fond memories are her sons: Derick (Natasha) Lightbourne, Anthony ‘Tony’ Russell, Retired Chief Petty Officer Peter Russell Sr. and Rolf Russell; daughters: Andrea Russell-Johnson and Sherrie Russell, Faye Russell; adopted sons: Newton Culmer, Ishmael Bain, Carlos Evans; adopted daughters: Deneka Knowles, Sharon Denise Russell and Verna Minnis, Sharon Hamilton, Lucille Strachan and Denise Russell Major; grandsons: Denatash Lightbourne, Lawrence Forbes, Adriano Burrows, Able Seaman Joachim Johnson, Peter Jr. and Marine Seaman Rasean Russell, Sr., Rojai Russell and Daraceo Carey, Daran Duncanson Russell, Quentin Russell, Sr. and Daran Duncanson Russell; granddaughters: Tonysha, Adia, Anaya and Zyelle Russell, Alexandria ‘Alexis’ (Renwick) Lord, WPC Ariel Johnson, Rhodia Russell, Kathelina and Sunae Russell, Indira (Dwight) Russell Brown, Suzane Andrea (Nolan) Dorsette, Alicia ‘Lisa’ Russell, Tanya Russell and Sherell Russell-Hollingsworth; great grandchildren: Azalea Stubbs, Eli Johnson, Rasean Russell Jr., Nathalie Russell, Lyric Brennen, Quentin Russell Jr., Kesha Russell and Falacia Davis, Shavantae “Tori” Johnson; great great grandchildren: Omari Knowles and Keshawn Duncombe; sister: Ethel Ferguson; nephews: Glenn (Sandra) Ferguson and Edwin (Shantel) Ferguson, Inspector General OPM/MOFA Clarence (Janet) Russell II, Cy (Nichola) Russell; nieces: Kim (Oliver) Rolle, Denise (Philip) Major; grand nieces: Zariah Adderley, Gabrielle Rolle, Journey Russell, and Autumn Major; uncle: Gregory Green; aunt: Ruby Ferguson; other relatives and friends including: Linda Thomas, Cheryl Ferguson, Stacy Arthur, Charlotte Ferguson, Pamela (Dennis) Smith, Michael Ferguson, Angela Ferguson,
Ruby Ferguson, Alice Rolle, Ida Clarke, Joanne Clarke, Melford Clarke, Christopher (Joan) Clarke, James (Petuelle) Clarke, Michael (Keva) Clarke, Andrew and Frederick Clarke, Agnes Carey, Christine, Sheena (Danny) Davis, Sharon (Derek) Noville, Lawrence (Delphine), Keith (Sharon), Larry (Cathy) Geoffrey (Brendalee) Robert and Brian (Xenia) Green, Margaret Lightbourne, Gordon (Eva) Lightbourne, Julie (John) Cooper, Yvonne (Lester) Flowers, Isaac (Faye) Lightbourne, Barbara Adderley, Sgt. Inez Miller, Roland (Shanna) Rolle, Nurse Eddiemae Rolle, Capt. Anthony Rolle and Brenda Rolle, the descendants of Zachary Rolle, the descendants of Henry Ferguson, the descendants of Francis Rolle, the descendants of Berthamae Clarke, the descendants of Betty Clarke Davis, the descendants of Peter, Paul, and Sam Clarke, Olga and Randy Forbes, the Rolle Family from Mt. Thompson, Exuma, Delano and Sharon Hamilton, Grace McKenzie and family, Keva Watson, Denise Adderley, Shannan Ighodora, Melvern Hanna Rolle, Pastor Leonard and Denise Johnson, Sherlene and Allen Smith, Charles Armbrister and Family, Carlan Cleare, Jay Major, Alia Smith and Brayden Henfield, Neil Cartwright and Family, Carlos Evans, Bloneva Poitier and family, Alfreda Wallace and family, Shirley Poitier and family, Princess Cooper and family, Mrs. Maria Albury and family, Mr. Donnie Lockhart and family, Flores and family, Inell Smith and family, the Wright family of Bay Lily Drive, The Minnis Family, The Thompson Family, Maranatha Church family.
Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O, Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the Church from 11:30am on Sunday until service time.
Death Notice For Orson Johnson, 59 affectionately called “Porks”
of Charles W. Saunders Highway, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
He is survived by his wife: Tamica Johnson; children: Orsdia, Prson Johnson Jr., Orsdena Johnson, Diallo, Devash, Tammy and Brittany; brother: DeAngelo Ferguson; sisters: Debra, Gina and Toni Johnson and other relatives and friends.
Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Mary Jane Rolle, 90
of Millerton’s, Long Island & formerly of Millers, Long Island, Bahamas who died on Sunday, June 21, 2026 will be held at Beulah Union Baptist Church, Simms, Long Island on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Terrance H. Forbes assisted by Pastor Jermaine Adderley. Interment will follow in Culmer’s Cemetery, Millerton, Long Island, Bahamas.
She is survived by her husband: Rev. Garnet Rolle; six sons: Daniel, Garnet Leon (Dian), Jeffrey (Elizabeth), Ezekiel (Sheila Patrice), Timothy and Police Corporal 2910 Timothy Andrew Rolle; four daughters: Rosemary (Clint) Brice, Esther (Randolf) Knowles, Woman Inspector Anniemae Rolle and Elouise Emile; grandchildren: Patrick, Wellington, Dennis and Shirleymae Bowles, Michael Rolle, Wesley Brice, Laquan, Leon Jr., Lamar, Saniki, Naya, Cindy and Dorene Rolle, Randy and Lakeisa Knowles, Kayla Rolle, Wallcott Sands, Maxniel and Jeremiah Emile, Jordan, Ezekiel, Charlotte and Kendrew Rolle; eleven great grandchildren; one sister: Rowena Cooper; numerous nieces including: Pandora Michaels, Joan Minnis, Shirley Nixon, Bessie, Janetta and Dezerine Cooper; Lucinda (George) Rathgeber, Demetria (Anjoun) Armaly, Caffie Jefferson, Martha Lafleur, Carmetha and Nursing Officer Dorothea Francis, Shelaine Medius, Esther Sturrup, Darlene and Corene Newbold, Marion Sands, Nichole Rolle, Lillian and Marjorie Rolle, Margaret North, Winifred Glinton and Hilda Glinton; numerous nephews including: Bertram (Euna) Cooper, Rev. Elijah (Maribel) Cooper, Rev. Napthali (Sarah) Cooper, Rev. Moses (Carla) Cooper, Dwayne, Daziano (Precita) Smith, Donnie Sands, Michael Smith, Kentwood, Shaw, Sigmund (Sherria) Stubbs, Jefferson Stubbs, Nathniel and Anthony Francis, Benjamin Newbold, David, Tyrone and Ricardo Rolle, Solomon Glinton, Rupert and Sean Adderley; numerous grand and great grand nieces and nephews; cousins, other relatives and friends including: Stanley Pinder & Family, family of the late Bishop Harcourt Pinder, the family of the late Naomi Pinder, Dennis Kirby, Gwendolyn Pinder & Family, Iverina Miller & family, Brenville Miller & family, family of the late Hubert Miller, Gail Russ & family, Lynn Wells & family, family of the late Rev. David Adderley, Daisy Miller & family, Edward Miller & family, Jeffrey Miller & family, Minister Ezekiel Adderley & family, Nurse Inez Spence & family, Mary McPhee & family, Glen Adderley & family, Michelle Forbes & family, Carolyn Miller & family,
Anderson Adderley, Helen Darville, Oramae Pinder, Ilene Smith, Dillis Smith, Wesley Smith, Rev. Pearlene Cartwright & family, Bishop Allan Dixon & family, Pastor Lulamae Johnson & family, Cynthia Lightbourne & family, Latrell Deal and family, Annaliesha Cooper & family, Rev. Ivan Roberts & family, Theresa Shearer & family, the members of Church of God of Prophecy Burnt Ground, the staff of Simms Community Clinic, especially Nurse Fallon Smith and Nurse Mikandrea Stubbs-Dean, Staff of Social Services Department, the National Insurance Board, Administrator’s Office, The Royal Bahamas Police Force, Long Island Division, Members of Simms Burial Society, and the entire community of North Long Island.
Viewing will be held at Beulah Union Baptist Church, Simms, Long Island on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to service time.
Arrangements by Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue & Talbot Street, New Providence, Bahamas.
Death Notice For Shandera Darville, 40
a resident of Dolphin Drive, New Providence, Bahamas died on Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.
She is survived by her husband: Jason Darville; son: Isaiah Darville; daughter: Shamira Darville; parents: Michael and Florina Wring; parents-in-law: Merlin and Orien Darville; siblings: Van Sherman, Carla (Ian) Williamson, Dominique (Clement) Rolle, Charliese Gilbert, Shakera (Thomas) Tucker, Shalanda (Angelo) Rose, Lisa (Shannon) Darville, Kayshala (Ron) Brown, Diamond, Jordanna, Chief Petty Officer Michael (Tamara) Wring, Marvin, Roosevelt, Julian, Inspector Elton, Samson Sands, Deanne Sands-Smith and Maria Sands-Grant, Camille Knowles, LaVonda Meadows, Daisy McKenzie, Agnes Cumberbatch, Teniece, Darron, Cameron, Dustin, Quinton and Sebastian Sands; in-laws: Sheraire (Jonathan) Humes, Aaron, Rae’shon (Lenique) Darville and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
Memorial Service For Death
Clara Naomi Cartwright, 69
a resident of Winton Meadows, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Friday, July 3, 2026 will be held on (TODAY) Thursday, July 9, 2026, 6:30pm at Bethany Assembly, ChurchHill Subdivision off Soldier Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Eugene Burrows assisted by Pastor Tomeko Collie. Cremation was held.
Left to cherish and fond memories are her husband, Peter Cartwright; children, Brian Riley, Bronson and Katy Smith and Brooke Smith; step children, Pedro Cartwright, Marcia, Constantine and Andrea Derville; grandchildren, Brian Riley Jr. Brean & Briann Riley, Fiona, Eloise and Rosiland Smith; sisters, Sandra Sweeting, Laroma Seifert, Sonia Williams, Nell Taylor, Betty Dean and Crystal Greene; brothers, Kingsley, Stanford, Calvin and Sheffield Greene Jr. and Oliver Hunt; sisters-in-law, Camille and Maria Greene and Lucy Hunt; brothers-in-law, Dudley Seifert; nieces, LaVonya Seifert, Phylicia Sands, Kirsten Cash, Simone Monroe, Shuna Hunt, Nadia Collie, Derica Sweeting, D’Andre Johnson, Kenrisa, Shania, Shanell, Shadika, Shena, Alexa, Callia Ayleen and Emily Greene, Christin Landy; nephews, Nikoan Johnson, Ramonte and Damaine Cooper, Elijah, Ricardo, Kareem, Kendall, Lavardo, Daryl, Zachary, Calvin, Shakiel and Joshua Greene, Dameko & Darrado Dean, Jamal & Jermaine Taylor, Bjorn and William Hunt; grandnieces, Destiny Knowles, Tamia Glinton, Nathan and Javen Collie, Darriel, Daryl, Jordan, Deonte, Deonna and Sevaughn Greene, Harmony Hall, Chance Hall, Anson Estelle Jr., Camaurian Lightbourne, RaShai John, Gianna Landy; Aunts, Delores, Deborah, Ismaline, Oralee, Ernestine, Lavern Bowe and Annette Parker; uncles, Albert and Leslie Bowe and Kermit Major; godchildren, Kendra Symonette, Shantell Rolle, Bradlisha Bridgewater, Jenee Cooper; and a host of relatives and friends inclusive of Carol, (Kevin) Ferguson, Robert Knowles, Constance Antoinette (Beecham Sr.) Brayden, Vincent and Susie Lockhart, Glenda (Richard) Taylor, Fae (Bryan) Thompson, Natasha Barr, Hannah Miller, Shelby, Samantha, Camille, Dr. Saida Bowe, Jayde and Jayden Lightbourne, Vashi, Candice, Tracy, Brian, Sanchez, Dr. Kyle Walkine, Mariah, David, Danatra, Tamar, Joan Ambrister (Kirk) Collette Brown, Margaret Nwan Kwo, Charles & Renae, Rodney Minnis, Paulette, Melissa, Opal, Omar, Travis, Terrance, Tanisha, Edward, Tamaro, Travaughn, Patricia, Priscilla, Tracy, Whitney, Keith, Linda, Ashley Outten, Jordan Stuart, Dora & Andrew Taylor, Florie Cartwright, Bethany Assembly of God Family, Washington Street Family, Clarence Town Community, Princess Margaret Hospital Trauma Department, Kingdom Discipleship Centre Family and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Arrangements are being handled by Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence, Bahamas.
Notice for
Tiffany Aquila Miller, 47
A resident of Garden Hill #2, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, 6th July 2026.
Tiffany was predeceased by her Parents Williame Cartwright and William Miller.
Left to cherish her memories are her daughter, Tatiana Bain; 1 Grandson: Ranaldo Bain; Grandmother: Ethel Williams; Brothers: Sean Miller, Jerome Higgs, Michael and Alpheus Cartwright; Aunts: Thelma Belle and Florabell Lewis; and a host of other relatives and friends too many to mention at this time.
Funeral services are being handled by Sunset Mortuary and Crematorium and will be announced at a later date and time.
Funeral Services For
Sophia Nicholas, 46
of #150 Ponce De Leoon, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, 1:00pm at Freeport Bible Church, Norma Headly Dr., Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Marvin J. Rolle. Cremation will follow
She is survived by her son: Chadrell Clarke Jr.; daughter-in-law: Fantasha Clarke; granddaughter: Avia Clarke; brother: Noelin Flowers; sisters: Sylvia Lightbourn, Carolyn Sturrup, Myrthis Justina Deleveaux, Roselee Munnings, Naobi Hanna; sister-in-law: Deidre Flowers; brothers-in-law: John Deleveaux, Jeremy Hanna and Vernit Moise; aunt: Elizabeth Advenis Saunders; uncle: Charles Dexter Saunders; cousins: Thomas James Ewing (Cheryl) and Family, Oraldron Saunders (Seanica) and Family, Audiff King Jr. and Family, Charles Saunders Jr. and Family, Justino Saunders, Christian Renal Saunders and Family, Bernard Saunders and Family, Bernadette Saunders and Family Carla Saunders and Family, Edward Saunders Jr. and Family, Cyprianna Saunders, Victoria Saunders, Larry Roker and Family, Veandra Ewing and Family, Jermaine James Ewing (Cherise) and Family, Tevin Ewing and Family; nephews: Teron Moore, Theo Munnings (Laricca), Traevon and Keyanno, Noelin Flowers Jr. and Nino Flowers; other relatives and friends including: Romona Rolle and Family, including Cindy Reynonld, Burnette (Rolle) and Royal Hamilton, Darrin, Havard and their families, Shavantai and Ezra Rolle and family, Janaed Rolle-Kelly and family, Jamon and Henny Tynes, Reynold Rolle Jr., Darenique, Lashae, Darren Jr. and Hanovi Rolle, Danita Nixon and Family, Chad Clarke Sr., Lasarsha Knowles and Family, Tracy Maycock and Family, Preston Bethel and Family, Kate Lockhart and Family, Nichola Hall Sr., Natalia Hall, Chrystina Hall, Nichola Hall Jr., Mark Rolle and Family, Shelly Arthur and Family, Nakia Brent and Family, Vernick Pratt and Family, Darren Bullard and Family School Friend, Patrick Pierre and Family, Gregory Ferguson and Family, Shantia Gibson and Family, Vernick Pratt and Family - Solomons Bros ( former co-worker) Shonnell Bootle and Family, Deon Bodie & Family, Shonique Laing and Family, Gilda Missick Joachim and Family - Solomon Bros, Shavanda Deleveaux - Solomons Bros, Mr. Brian Sands from Solomon’s, Container Port - Original B gang Monique Sears, Alphaeus Penn, Dangle Martin, Chandra Bowe, Matisha Laing, and the Management and Staff of The Freeport Container Port, Althea Johnson and Family - family friend, Gina Lynden & Family, Frank Munnings & Family, Vanessa Saunders and Family, Tiffany Edwards and Family, Gerard Rolle and Family Austin Rolle, Alexis Williams and Family, Reynold Robinson, Hawksbill High Jr. High Marching Band, Essa Wallace and Family, Lenette Scott and Family, Nathan Woodside, Crystal Williams, Cameron Kemp, Nathan Woodside, Malik Basden, Jamal Lightbourne, Jamal Garland, Nicholas Garland, K’Ondre Linden, Justin Higgs, Nolan Bartlett, Renee Deleveaux and Family, Vernae Rolle and Family, Brazinskey & Troyanya Sterlin, Melissa
Riley and Family, Dion Riley and Family, Pioneers Loop Secondary High School Class of 1997, Total Restoration Salon, Flowers By Dorenda Pratt, Dennis and Eleanor Bain and Family, Norrica Edden and Family, Craig Spencer and Family, Constance Edwards and Family, David Wallace J.P. and Family, Dr. Lynden Cooper and the Staff of ICU Department at Rand Memorial Hospital, Dr. Odia Stubbs and the Staff of The Kidney Center.
Randy Williams, 63
of Hanna Hill, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, 10:00am at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Sea Grape, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama. Interment will follow at Harbour West Public Cemetery.
Randy was predeceased by his parents: Royalton and Margaret Williams; brothers: Royalton, Charles and Steven; sisters: Louise and Evelyn.
He is survived by his wife: Bethsheva Williams; children: Allyssa Moxey and Jayden Williams; grandson: Mason Moxey; sisters: Pearline, Rosy and Monique; brother: Elcott; nephews: Tyrone, Renardo, Emmanuel, Robert, Royal, James, Stephen, McGareth, Philip, Ryan, Shawn, Chuck, Fredrico, Ferod, Bernard, Montel, Stephen, Darius, Micheal, Kevin, Jeremy, Justin and David; nieces: Catina, Eurica, Donnell, Tameka, Danielle, Kimberly, Melissa, Tychelle, Tanternia, Shanique (Emerald), Shamika, Staneka, Mickia, Jasmine, Jada, Braxton, Tiffany, Tamara, Star, Zenovia, Shante, Ariel, Jordyn, Pleasant, Nadia Odeous, Wakera, Kakeia, Datavia, Nareshae, Nyesha, Kendra and Keniece; sisters-in-law: Jessiemae, Ruth and Margaret; brothers-in-law: Dino Pelecanos and Charles Gibson; aunts and uncles: Hulbert (Joan), Caleb, Leon, Pearline, Iota, Orien, Mertis (Osmond), Violet, Veronica, Ilean and Eva; numerous other nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends, extended families, including: Carl McIntosh and family, Elena Hall and family, Glen White, Bertha Seymour, Rejouner Wilson, Tanya Brown, Lucille Grant, Lavern Sands & family, Michelle Lyn Dames, Dr. Prado of the West End Clinic, Peter and Shauna Taylor and numerous Express Food Mart employees, Mrs. Roberts, Candid Security and Pastor Paul Mullings, Fredrick and Niskha Adderley, Kathleen Grant and the Lewis Family Rev. Seymour, St. David Methodist Church members, Yvonne Munroe, Bishop Willie and Winifred Murphy, the pool of Bethesda family, Joan Baptist, Helena Hines, the Pelecanos family, Debra Thomas, Meochie Stubbs and family, Helen and Rita, Patrice Cooper, Margarita Lowe and Family, Mrs Roberts and employees of Candid Security.
Viewing will be held in the “Royal Suite” at Westside Memorial Mortuary, Hanna Hill Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama on Friday, July 10, 2026 from 12:00 noon to 6:00pm.
Death Notice For
Chloe Eleanor Smith, 88
of Alice Town, Bimini, Bahamas peacefully transitioned at her residence on Friday, July 3rd, 2026.
Left to cherish her memories are her children: Aaron & Desne Smith, Charmaine (Bob) Saunders, Donald (Tassie) Bullard Sr., Dr. Deneace Lloyd, Latovia (Anthony) Romer and Malinda (Jason) Williams; grandchildren: Orelle, Oeseen & Klinaj Smith, Charmeeka & Amanda Dean, Deaaron, Hylan Jr. & Dabijah Smith, Moniece (Garth) Rolle, Dimaggio, Donatha, Donajah, Dontre, Jonte, Donald, Shannon, Shanvaughn, Shandon & Kaden Bullard, Antwan Saunders, Shane Russell, Shelly Lewis, Anthony Jr. & Aiden Romer, Syntyche Lloyd, Jason, Jasmine, Jawanni, Javon Williams and Tavarii Stuart; adopted children: Elshadre Robins, Viveca Sherman-Lubin, Yvaughnia Saunders and Darren Bullard; adopted brother: Edward (Norma) Wilkinson and numerous other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices for
Keno Kevanno Gordon, 19
of Fire Trail Road, died on Saturday, July 4th, 2026.
He is survived by his, mother: Shantika Williams McQueen; step dad: Franco Lionel McQueen; grandparents: Janice Butler, Jancy McQueen-Rolle; siblings: Latrall McQueen, Jasmine and Javon Mair and Jaden Ellis; numerous aunts including Roneique Clarke; uncles, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends who will be mentioned at a later date.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary, located on Villiage & Parkgate Road.
Mr. Lincoln Allan Jones, 78
of Green Turtle Cay, Abaco, who has passed on Thursday, July 2nd 2026.
He is survived by his wife: Mrs. Ruth Jones; children: David and Marcus Jones; daughters: Andella Jones, Maria Newrey and Theresa Rolle; brothers: Richard and Simon Jones; sisters: Rocellia and Gwendolyn Jones; and a host of other relatives and friends who will be mentioned at a later date.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary, located on Villiage & Parkgate Road.
Funeral Service For Patriarch Lawrence Stephen Prince, 96
of Amberstia Avenue, New Providence Bahamas, will be held at Baptist Bible Church, Soldier Road on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Howard Mills assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Internment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
He is predeceased by his loving wife: Mary Prince, his son: Selvyn Prince, sister: Victorine Burroughs, aunt: Doris Christmas and cousin: Anita Burroughs.
Left to celebrate his legacy are his twelve children: Andrea Whyms, Pauline Bethell, George (Colotha) Mortimer, Rodger, Jewel, and Bernadette Mortimer, Alison (Tony) Garnier, Yvette Prince, Bridgette Storr, Tammy Rolle and Shivaughn (Dave) Atkinson; grandchildren: Yvanna Bullard, Dr. Adrian and Lamont Whyms, Nikia Forbes, Kareem (Toni) and Rashad Bethell, Joshua (Toya) Pfutz, Makayla Meadows, Malissa (Lester) Greenridge, Deandra, Larandel and Stephan Mortimer, Mary Ann Forsythe, Nicole Knowles, Charessa (Kareem) Brown, Christopher (Fabiola) Delancey, Kenrick Prince, Blake Andrews, Jeffery and Kyle Gibson, Rhys and Rhyan Storr, Anthony, Ashley and Ashton Atkinson; great grandchildren: Brittney Bullard, Khyla and Aniyah Forbes, Dr. Avé Bethell-Ferguson (Ryan), Llia, Kaelyn, Sasha and Amein Bethell, Aleah Mortimer, Malaya, Megan and Mylie Greenridge, Ethan Smith, Karissa and Kaeleigh Brown, Zahir Delancy, Caleb Forsythe, Bryson Glinton, Arya Mackey, Kyte and Elody Gibson; great great grandchild: Liahm Braynen; sister-in-law: Gloria Miller; nieces and nephews: The Honourable Alfred Sears, Mona Culmer, Jeffery Albury, Levingston, Monalisa, John and Patricia McKenzie, Vanessa, Tabetha, Mae Ferguson, Frederick, Deon and Crystal Rolle, Trevor Miller, Nathaniel, Christine, Sharelle, Shauna, Jamain, Jamaal Charles Mortimer and family, Helen Mortimer and family; cousins: Lester and Jacqueline, Lystra of California, United States: Gregory and Joanne, Veronica of Canada, Anthony and Ursula of Trinidad and Tobago, John Burroughs, Veronica, Ruth, John, and Charles Skeet of Point Fortin, Trinidad and Tobago, Jean Lessey of Germany, Veronica, Ruth, John, and Charles Skeet of Point Fortin, Trinidad and Tobago, Jean Lessey of Germany; other relatives: Bruce and Sidney Johnson, Marsha Knowles, Velma Bain, Eleanor Steele, Elijah Lewis, Gloria Lewis, Lucille Davis, Emily Hall, Erlin Rolle and Rhett Storr; extended family & friends: The Fox Family, The Cassar Family, The Serette Families, Rev Dr. Howard and Mrs. Gertrude Mills Reverend Kenny Mackey & Family,
Pecola Dean & Tammy Brown, The Baptist Bible Church family, Dr. David Adams and Mrs. Adams, The New Testament Baptist Church, Pastor Rickeno Moncur, The Revolution Church family, The Venerable Archdeacon Hugh Bartlette and the St. Anne’s Anglican Church family, Pastor Alan Strachan and Minister Ginger Strachan, The Balm in Gilead Church family, The Right Honourable Bishop Walter Hanchell and Elder Minalee Hanchell, Dr. Norma Lightbourne and the Reigns Ministries, Ivy Bethell, Ben & Sheila Miller, Bernestine Adderley, Sharon Thompson & Family,Willamena Thurston & family, Allan Cunningham, Mr. George Knowles, Ms. Cherry Hanna, Helen Ferguson, Judy Tynes, Pastor George & Vandera Carey, Mr Allen Cleare, Antoinette Flower and family. His Excellency. Dr. Reuben and Dr. Daphnia Cooper and The Mission Baptist Church family; Special thanks to: Dr. Nicholas Fox, Nurse Michelle Mortimer, Dr. Ferguson Knowles, Jackie & Tyrone Knowles, Alan Clare and family, Shanté Knowles, Moralus Joseph, Vincent Antoniomaruis, Dora Green, Dr. T. Ingraham and the entire staff of Medical Services West, Ward, Dr. Juliette Dorsette and Jackie Lewis. To our relatives and friends whose names may not appear here, yet who held a special place in Mr. Prince’s life, please know that your kindness, support, and affection were deeply appreciated and never overlooked.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary on Village & Parkgate Road on Thursday (TODAY) from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the church from 10:00am until service time.
Death Notice for
Marion Russell, 66
of Cedar Harbour, Abaco, died on Friday July 3rd 2026.
She is survived by her husband: Walter Russell; children: Shakarra, Waldez (Gregdenia), Shannekar, Edoney (Katherine), Evelisa Russell & Kwame Martin; siblings: Helen Thompson, Shervin Coakley, Kenva (Vandi) Poitier & Dario (Aprilla) Gibson, and a host of other relatives and friends who will be mentioned at a later date.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary, located on Villiage & Parkgate Road.
Memorial Service For Lillimae Brenda “Boogie” Johnson, 78
of Ismae Drive off Rocky Pine Road, will be held at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness Edmond Street, North Side on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Antoine Neelyl. Cremation will follow.
She is survived by her Five Daughters: Kadria Sears, Jedda Sears, Keva Sears, Kendalyn Morris, and Chenelle Mackey; and Spiritual Daughters: Earnestine Higgs and Shaneeka Thomas; One Son: Herbert Sears; Spiritual Sons: Bro Antoine Neely and Bro Selvon Claridge; Grandchildren: Jekiel Johnson, Jekel Montpetit, Xavier Knowles, Jadria Johnson, Jadon Sears, Joshua Knowles, and Tionne and Tianne Mackey; Son-in-law: Livingston (Isadore) Morris; Grand son-in-law: Jon Montpetit; Grand daughter-in-law: Adrianna Knowles; Great-Grandchildren: Daniel Livingston Sears III, Jazana Sears, Jadon Sears II, and Elijah Culmer; Sisters: Barbara Roxbury, Joycelyn Farrington, and Patricia Rolle; Brothers: Sidney Moss, Sterling Moss, and Trent Rolle; Nieces: Shantell McKenzie, Netheil (Darren) Dames, Rashita Roxbury, Sonovia (Samuel) Kelley, Valencia McQueen, Izetta Gray, Tyrese Moss; Daniesha, Shantia, Shaquan and Davernike McKenzie; Darnell Almonard; Shervonia, Christazia, Rashae, Faylesha, Fayneka, Daria, Terah, Kendra, Abigail, and Loushea; Nephews: Lavardo (Rachel) Colebrooke; Seron, Ollie and Jermaine McQueen; Sidney Moss Jr, Travis and Tavaris Moss, and Trent Rolle Jr; Grandnieces: Selena, Paris, Leezette and Daria Dames; Shervornia and Desirontae McQueen; Olleasha, Ollie Jr, Olleaha, Ollando, Omar and Ollique McQueen; Dynajh, Jedyah and Journee McQueen; Trevornia, Rayniah; Grandnephews: Waltario Fox; Cousins: Rachel Hamilton-Strachan, Willamae Hamilton-Stuart and her husband Rueben, Paul Hamilton, Pamela Hamilton-Johnson and her husband Cyril (Manhattan, New York), Dr. Bernadette Hamilton-Saunders and her husband Nelson, Regina Hamilton, Immaculata Hamilton,
and Frederica Hamilton; A Host of Other Relatives and Friends including: The Highland Park Congregation and the whole association of brothers, Katrinka Butler, Coral Young, Monique Harrison, Dr Charles Virgil, Dr Kevin Moss, and Clear Home Cares, Ms Tracey Cleare and Nurse Crystal Johnson, Nurse Grant, The staffs of The Nassau Guardian, Print Masters, Government Printing Department and others too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary on Village & Parkgate Road on Thursday (TODAY) from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the church from 9:00am until service time.
Death Notice for
Denzel Gibson, 61
died on Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 in Staniel Cay, Exuma.
He is survived by his Wife: Nekita Gibson; Daughter: Desiree Gibson; Grand daughter: Gabrielle Hanna; Father: Rudolph (Naomi) Pratt; Sisters: Patricia Gibson, Heather Heney Gibson, Gracelyn Gibson, Gloria Gibson, Natalie Gibson and Pamela Rutherford; Brothers: Kevin Gibson, Kevin (Angela) Pratt; and a host of other relatives and friends who will be mentioned at a later date.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary, located on Villiage & Parkgate Road.
Final Rites & Burial For
Mr. Jessie James Davis, 93 affectionately known as “Big J”
a resident of Imperial Park, New Providence, Bahamas, who passed away peacefully at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, June 22, 2026 will be held on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, 11:00am at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, #12 Boyd Road New Providence. Officiating will be Msgr. Alfred Culmer assisted by other Ministers.
His memory lives on in his children and their spouses: Sandra Davis, Craig Davis, Ann Davis (Floyd Russell), Valderine Davis, Michelle Davis, Beverley Davis, Marvin Davis, Rico Davis, James Davis; adopted children: Steven LaRoda (Glenda), Robert Sturrup (Lisa), Michael Francis, Karen Jones (Lloyd) & Khadijah McKenzie-Ingraham (Calvin); numerous grandchildren: Christal Davis-Forbes; Xsadensio Farrow, Charles Tucker Jr., Stepfan Tucker, Charles Hamilton Jr., Perez Davis, Lloren Jones, Jeremiah Ingraham, Caleb Ingraham, Craigan Davis, Theo Davis, Tiffon Davis, Jaron Davis, Shaquille Thurston, Kendria Thurston, Savannah Davidson, Floyd Russell Jr. and Charles Rolle Sr.; great-grandchildren: Kaylah Forbes; Kyle Johnson; Xaria Farrow; Charlo Tucker; and Raegan Tucker; nieces & nephews: Ann Rolle, Jacqueline Hepburn, Vernell, Ursula, Verdell, Tanya, Beth, Nicki, Sharon, Lil Mervin Jr., Jimmy, Marvin, Jillian, Jane, James M, Richard, Vincent, Freddy, Keith, Chrispin; and other relatives and friends: The Amoury Company Ltd. (Mr. Perry Cancino, Francesca Taylor, Denise Cox, Suzette Nixon, Jermaine Cox, Michael Rolle, Clifton Algreen, Fitzgerald Austin, John Knowles, Deborah Alexis-Pierre (beloved caretaker), Richae, Robynn, Steve (Millers), Tracy Major, Arlene Major, Joanne Whylly, Nicolette Archer, The Ministry of Tourism – Industry Training Department, Kirkland Pratt, Dushinka Roberts, Keva Adams, Martha Forbes, Dayneth Taylor-Roberts, Arlene Nash-Ferguson, Carla Outten-Minnis & family, Ariel Smith & family, Ruth and Scrapper, Cassandra Hanna & Family, Ena Burrows & family, Camille Roach, Artemis Rolle, Wendell Knowles, Denise Butler, Godfrey Brice, Kareem Brancaccio, and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
May he rest in Peace.
The family extends its heartfelt apologies for any unintentional omissions and respectfully asks for your understanding during this difficult time.
The body will repose at the Chapel of the Saints Sweeting’s Colonial Mortuary, # 54 Blue Hill Road, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday, July 9th, 2026 from 11:00am to 5:00pm and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00ad until service time.
Death Notices For
Margaret Louise Murphy, 94
of Woodside Terrace, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Arthur’s Town, Cat Island, Bahamas who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, 8th July, 2026.
She is survived by her three grand daughters, grandson, eight brothers, four sisters, numerous greatgrandchildren, nephews, Nieces, and other relatives and friends.
May she rest in eternal peace.
Final Rites will be announced at a later date.
Ms. Indira Alma Cartwright, 49
of New Providence, Bahamas, died at Tampa General Hospital, Tampa Florida on Wednesday, 1st July, 2026.
She is survived by her daughters: Deja Cartwright and Christian Sawney; father: Arthur Cartwright; brothers and sisters: Miriam Ellis, Monique Martin, Valentino and Calanda Cartwright, Kim, Vaughn and Quincy and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and Cousins.
May she rest in eternal peace.
Final Rites are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Clarke’s Funeral Home & Crematorium Clarke’s Funeral Home & Crematorium
NEW LOCATION: EAST WEST HIGHWAY
FUNERAL SERVICE
for
the late
MR. MITCHEL ELIJAH TAYLOR
of The Bluff, South Andros, will be held on (TODAY) Thursday, July 9th, at 10:00am at The New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist. Officiating will be Rev Ashley Brown assisted by Rev. Dr. Clement Neeley. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads.
Fond memories will forever be cherished by his Children: Rosie, Tavarrus, and Andre Siblings: Pressie Mae Rolle, Vernal Rolle, Dorothy Taylor, Joshua (Vanessa) Taylor, Joan Taylor, and Brucelee (Melon) Grant.
Nephews: Trevor Rolle, Jonathan Taylor, Dencil Taylor, Dexter Taylor, Rowan Taylor, Carlton Rolle, Micheal Ingrahm, Orthniel Rolle, Kimo Rolle, Immanuel Grant, Jeremiah Grant, and PrincessJoy Grant;
Aunts: Annie (Orthnel) Colebrook, Mildred Rahming, and Bloneva Flowers
Uncles: Felton Green and Ezekial Green.
Grandnieces and grandnephews: Shera Smith, Jaquiel Rolle, Brandon Rolle, Shamir and Tamia Seymour, Antony Gibson Jr., Jura McPhee, Diamond Angel and Summer Rose Strachan, Brea and Tehan Romer, Jamaya, Carter, Emilia and Emani Evans, LaQae Cartwright, Faith Loren Cooper, Jordan Wells, Bronson Miller, Joshua Wendall and T’Arra, Rashad Rahiem Scott, Micheal and D’Mar Russell, Isabella Smith, and JaShawn Bethel, TJ, D’Angelo and Jameer Taylor.
A host of other relatives and friends: Minister Daniel Rahming and Family, Godmother Slyvia Phillips and Family, Mrs. Burnell Rolle and Family, Barry Rolle and Family, Ellanor Rolle and Family, Pastor Elijah Ferguson and Family, Kendra Johnson and Family, Deacon Lofton and Minister Francita Neely and Family, Sister Blooming Neeley and Family, Florence Gibson and Family, Doraleen Gibson and Family, Floyd Bastian and Family, Herman Armbrister and Family, The Staff of Miriam Green Community Clinic, Nurse Val Rahming, Mildred Duncombe and Family, Thelma Romer and Family, Children of Henry and Myrthlyn Burrows – Amos, Children of Euthal and Miram Green, including -Rose, Suzie, Ernest, Prince, Cherry and Wilma. Children of Lemuel and Eunice Green. Children of Leeland and Jack Ferguson, including Hubert, Curlene, Otis, and Jack. Children of Felton and Laura Green – including Brendelee, Vincent, Bradford. Children of Annie and Othniel – Erma, Mary Ann, Mariquita, and Marguerite. Children of Mildred Green – including Terry, Bernie, Larissa, Paula, and Steven. Children of Glendina Green – Solomon and Harry. Children of Bloneva Flowers. Children of Ezekiel and Dorcas Green – including Kareem. Children of Rev. Moses and Dora Ferguson - Michelle, Hermia and Al. Pastor Ashley Brown and The Calvary Way family. The Entire Community of The Bluff South Andros. Caleb and Joshua Rolle. Rasta Nicky, Bonnie Forbes and family, Herman Armbrister, Wayne Neeley, Pastor Anthon & Cathy Neely, Loveletta Neely, Taylor Family, Sands from Lil Creek, Lloyd Sands, Neymour Family.
Viewing was held at Clarke’s Funeral Home & Crematorium, East West Highway on Wednesday, July 8th from 11:00pm noon to 4:00pm and will be held again, TODAY, Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 9:00am at the church until service time.
Funeral Service For
Juliean King Ferguson, 68
a resident of Donahue Terrace off Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 at Greater Bethel Cathedral, Faith Way of Blue Hill Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Bruce Davis assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will be in the Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road, New Providence.
She is predeceased by her parents: Harold and Jane King; brother: Cardinal King; aunts: Blossom Demeritte, Alice Moncur and Ena Mackey; sister: Suzette King; and the Love Of Her Life: Walter Hope.Left to cherish fond memories are her daughters: Kendia Ferguson Simmons, Ramell Ferguson, Demetria (Anton Sr.) Sargent, Denika (ASP Lawrence Smith of the Royal Bahamas Police Force), Latoya (Deon Bernard) Hope; grandchildren: Jamal and Jasmine Stevens, Leah, Lauryn and Logan Smith, Joevone Simmons Jr., Adolphus Davis and Anton Sargent Jr.; brothers: Terrance (Sherry Ann), Alfred and Denroyd Kelly Sr.; sister: Florence Kelly-Kemp; aunts: Ruth Outten and Dora King Bethel; uncles: Paul and Huessin King; nieces: LaQuella Mackey, Nadia (Osvaldo) Rodriguez, Carniqua (DeAngelo) Rolle, Terell King, Shandika Kelly, Rochelle, Raquel, Raquena and Jemmia Ferguson, Lee Ann Archer, Sannovia Brown, Darielle Wood, Erica Williams; nephews: Rudolph Mackey,
Terrance Jr. , Kevion and Cayden King, Denroyd Jr., Omri and Ethan Kelly, Davori Brown, La’ Trell Rolle, Barrington and Jordan Archer, Ravanno and Julian Ferguson Jr.; sisters in law: Fiona King, Blondell Ferguson and Joyanne Archer; brothers in love: Terrance and Julian Ferguson and Bishop Reno Smith and their familes; sister friend: Avon (Dario) Wood; grand nieces: Amayah and Allenna Rolle; grand nephew: Kyro Rolle; other relatives including: Children of the late Arthur King, Cathy Abbiegail Strachan , Children of the late Firstina (King Hepburn & Eric King), Children of the late Rowena (King) Bowleg, The late Richard and Millie King. Children of the late Arthur and Merle King. Family of the late Hazel King. Children of the late Rev. Garnet King. Family of the late Osbourne (“No Charge”) King. The family of Huessin King. Family of Francina (King) Culpepper, Children of the late Valdetta Maydor King. Family of Ronald King, Zelrona Mackey, The Dorsette family Fourth street the Grove, The Curry Sisters and family. Other relatives and friends, numerous Godchildren, Leona “Big Mama” Davis and family, Sidnell Carey and family, Gwendolyn Evans, Margaret Wilson and family, Linda Dean and family, Ramona Wilson and family, Hedy Walkine and family, Marsha Thompson and family, Alfreda Hepburn and family, Monique Moxey and family, Johnathan Miller Sr. and family, Jameko Moxey, Travis, C.J. Ferguson and families, Chardell Estwick and family, Sean Austin and family. Pat’s Senior Citizen Home, Archbishop Ross and First Lady Althea Davis and family. Maggie Rolle and family, Susan Edgecombe and family, Bernice Wilson and Family, Edith Bethel and family, Fredrick Rolle and family, Micheal Rolle and family, Bertram Wright and family, Craig Rolle and family, Avard Rolle and family, Donalee Hamilton and family. The entire King families of Cat Island, New Providence, Grand Bahama and Miami, Fl. The Coconut Grove Community. Her Donahue Terrace Family. Deidre Thompson and family, Dionne Butler and family, Ian Lawrence Smith and family, Raquel Moss and Family, Cynthia Sargent and family. The friends of all her girls.
Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday, July 9th, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service For
Mary Elizabeth Hanna, 83
a resident of Victoria Boulevard, Bamboo Town, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 at Faith Temple, Pine Barren Road, New Providence. Interment will follow in the Western Cemetery, Nassau Street, New Providence.
She will be missed by a host of family and friends.
She is predeceased by her parents: Harold and Elizabeth Rahming; brothers: Basil, Ivan, Charles and Edwin Rahming; sisters: Gwen Diot and Harriett Fernander; mother-in-law: Effie Sybil Hanna; son-in-law: Michael Charles Carter I.
She is survived by her loving husband: Winston O Hanna; three daughters: Beveryly Williams, Petula Carter, Michelle Hanna; one son: Winston Hanna; seven grandchildren: Michael Carter II, Keitra Hanna, Dana Williams, Mikia Carter-Cofi, Monalisa, Alexandria and Ceara Hanna; five great grandchildren: Jasmine and Jaden Hanna, Carter Taylor, Jalen Oliver and Michael Carter III; two sisters: Thelma Brice and Elva Rahming; one son-in law: Kevin Williams; two sisters-in-law: Hortence Rahming and Margaret Gellineau; numerous nieces and nephews including: Drexel Rahming, Eurlest Miller, Hubert, Wenzel, Morris and David Rahming, Ellen Simms, Natasha Smith, Agatha Green, Marilyn Rahming, Sherry Dean, Sheila Rahmimg, Loren and Oral Rahming, Ann Taylor, Joan Dilworth, Shirley Girling, Evangeline Watson, Lucia Brougton, Hammond, Dr. Charles and Andre Rahming, Brian Fernander, Paul and Gilbert Brice, Kevin, Sheldon and Jason Fernander, the children of the late Edwin Rahmimg; and host of other relatives and friends including: Sarah Rahming, Cathleen Brice, Stella Lundy, George and Albert Rahming. Mant dear friends and neighbours, the Faith Temple Family, The HannaHeastie, Tynes Family, the Carter Family, the Williams Family, The Jet Nassau Staff and Family, the Princess Margaret Hospital Oncology Family, Lowes Pharmacy Family and staff of Nassau Neurological.
Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday, July 9th, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Death Notice For
Inez Joan Moncur, 79
a resident of Lucaya Lane, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Cedar Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas who died peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026 will be held at New Providence Seventh Day Adventist Church, Soldier Road, New Providence on Sunday, July 19th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Waldo Casildo. Interment will follow at Woodland Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence.
Memories will forever linger in the minds and be cherished in the hearts of her daughters: Jennifer, Raquel, Marica, Amanda and Zipporah Moncur; sons: Carver and Ricardo Moncur; grandchildren: Dr. Christina Moncur, Catharina, Cameron, and Sydnee Moncur; daughter-in-law: Catriona McTaggart Moncur; brothers: Neville Kemp, Leon Wilchcombe, Gerald Wilchombe and Christopher Wilchcombe; sistersin-law: Shirley Kemp, Edith Olga Wilchcombe and Elaine Wilchcombe and other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, New Providence.
a resident of #10 Willet Road, Eastern Estates, New Providence, Bahamas, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at St. Anselm’s Roman Catholic Church, Bernard Road, Fox Hill, New Providence. Officiating will be Father Noel Clarke and Deacon Ricardo Demeritte. Interment will follow in St. Anselm’s Cemetery, Bernard Road, Fox Hill, New Providence.
Clarence was predeceased by his parents: Clarence Sr. and Lillian Ferguson; son: Kevin “Kimbo Slice” Ferguson; siblings: Dorothy Ferguson-Caesar, Isabelle Ferguson, Bernadette Brown, Coral Mackey, Kervin Ferguson; brothers-in-law: Jacque Caesar, Philip Bain; aunts: Myrtis Kemp, Berylmae Wright, Marie Ferguson; uncles: Daniel and Junior Ferguson; cousins: Leslie Wright, Fred and Florence Ramsey.
Left to cherish his memories are his devoted wife of 48 years: E. Verdell Munroe-Ferguson; daughters and sonsin-law: Criselle Ferguson-King (James), Atty. Chaunece M. Bastian (Demetrius), Cherise Ferguson-Toote (Byron),
Funeral
Service For
Clarence Joseph ‘CJ’ Ferguson Jr., 77
Renea Ferguson-Barber (Regis), Alice Ferguson; sons and daughter-in-law: Clarence III (Brendisha), Deven Ferguson, Dwayne and Desmond Pinder; grandchildren: James II and Jonathan King, Myles Saunders, Brianna and Blaire Toote, Cailey, Kevin Jr., Kevin “KJ”, Kevlar, Kassandra, Deven Jr., Deshinea, LaDeja and Dereon Ferguson, Reggie, Re’Janae, Ray’J, and Re’Najsa Jenkins, Dylan Pinder; numerous great-grandchildren, Step grandchildren: Jamel King, Shannon, Cameron and Cyle Toote, Kai, Kellan and Knoa Bastian; brother: Garth Ferguson; sisters: Eileen Bain, Marita Ferguson-Rahming, Theresa Ferguson; sisters-in-law: Sharon Ferguson, Mary and Faydora Munroe; brothers-in-law: Warren Brown, Sid Rahming; nephews and nieces: Stephen and Bonita Mackey, Dwight and Dr. Jacinta Higgs, Leon Mackey, Lillian Frederick, Ryan Flowers, Don and Tamara Ferguson, Dr. Ricardo and Alexandrea Taylor, Daniel and Paulette Ferguson, Kervinique, Kervin Jr. and Terran Ferguson, Dominique and Anthone Deveaux, Kemuel Collymore, Erica Brown, Phillandra and David Wood, Wardissa and Warnika Brown; grandnieces and nephews: Cecilia and Dr. Paul Okwesili, Dwight Higgs Jr., Michaela and Leonard Thompson, Valane, Stephanita, Sabrea, Nigia and Ellia Mackey, Crystal and Renold Ville, Edvardo, Kishante, Ryiesha, Eryn and Ethan Flowers, Tiana, Dantae, Melantae, Danae, Kervinique, Kayelle and Kervin Jr. Ferguson, Ricardo Jr., Anaiyah and Skylar Taylor, Tyler Pratt, Kemron and Kemry Collymore, Gabrielle Deveaux,
Joshua Brown and Braylon Scott; cousins: Roland and Ellen Davis descendants: Ruby Brown, Sophie Rolle, Margaret, Cedrick, Anthony and Deborah Davis and their Families, Richard and Myrtis Kemp descendants: Florence and Freddy Ramsey, Elsie Saunders, Katherina Gardiner, Gwendolyn Mills, Manette Gibson, Barbara Ellis, Judy Hampton, Frederick and Leotha Kemp, and Margaretta Knowles, Peggy Divert Perry, Teddy, Laverne Saunders and Professor Rudolph Tinker, Nathalie Smith, Tony Gardiner, Tammy Brown and their Families, Richard and Virginia Gaitor descendants: Ted Gaitor and Family, John and Frank Davis descendants: Martha Johnson, Ida Davis, Fredricka Brown, Rudolph, Jeffrey and their Families, Berylmae and Fred Wright descendants: Alpheus, Miriam, Leslie, Raymond, Veramae, Veronica, Leonard, Gary and Patrice Rolle and their Families, Wilfred Ferguson, Tit, Lucy Cox, and Nana descendants: Freddy Ferguson, Joanne Rolle, Halsie Dorsett and their Families, Marie Fernander descendants: Ruth Knowles, Barbara Ferguson, Patricia Knowles, Claudine Evans, Dion and Tony Miller and their Families, The Davis Family and their Families; other relatives and friends including: The Families and members of Lucinda Rolle, Prescola King, Patricia BainJohnson, Yvette Ingraham, Elaine Toote, Terry Dean, Norma Wallace, Shenique Sweeting, Donnel Johnson, Patrice Clarke, Anishka Adderley, Manise Rahming, Tia-Maria Albury, Nicole Romer, Donghaue Thompson, Stafford Evans Jr., Ramon Gibson, Brandon Gibson,
Marcello McKenzie, Bradley Davis, Vera Lafleur, Florine Wallace, Lisa Hall, Marvin Lockhart, Drexel Munroe, Dr. Mercianna Moxey, Julieth Minnis, Don and Dorothy Major, Dwain Wallace, Margo Feaste, Dr. Charles Osazuwa, Dr. Tavanette Ingraham, Dr. Beverton Moxey, Linda Demeritte, Rosalie Strachan, Floyd Kemp, Wayne and Marion Edgecombe, Karen Rahming, Lunch Bunch, Gwenyth Clarke, Nisha Toote, Atty. Devard Francis, Moxey, Munroe, Lockhart, Wilson and Wallace Families, Rosemary Clarke, Hilda Tucker, Perricka Curry, Alexia Edgecombe, Omar Sands, Eloise Rolle, Loretta Hepburn, Mavis Butler, Wilhemina Thurston, Naomi Moncur, Diane Rolle, Minard Smith, Kerlene Rahming, Howard Bastian, NUA Insurance, Bahamas First General Insurance, Mackay and Moxey, TSWCCUL and Top Flight Aero; special thanks are extended to: Fr. Noel Clarke, Deacon Ricardo Demeritte, The Administration Staff of St. Anselm’s Church, St. Anselm’s Church Family, St. Anselm’s Senior Choir, The Fox Hill Community Development Association Members, The Fox Hill Community, Staff and students of Akhepran International Academy 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 (TODAY) Thursday 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 Deaconess Willamae Hepburn, 81
a resident of #10 Patron Crest, Eastwood Estates, New Providence Bahamas, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at St. James Native Baptist Church, St. James Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Charles H. Rolle, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in St. James Native Baptist Church Cemetery, St. James Road, New Providence.
Mrs. Willamae was predeceased by her brothers: James and George Murray; sister: Betty Bain; aunts: Monica Johnson, NellyWoodside Fortt, Rev. Dr. Doreen Powell; uncles: William, Peter, Earold, Basil and Polly Johnson; sisters-in-law: Estella McPhee, Princess Smith, Ivy Murray; brother-in-law: Vernal Bain; nephews: Brian Duford, Keith Bastian, Kevis Murray; nieces: Shirlene Brown, Georgina Murray, Stacey Duford; cousins: Vernie, Teddy and Lachey Johnson.
She is survived by her husband: Rev. William Hepburn Sr.; sons: William Hepburn Jr. and Jamal Hepburn; daughter: Dellerese Hepburn; adopted daughter: Joy Petty (Harrison), Rayanne Cartwright, Pauline Pinder; adopted son/neighbor: Tony Gaitor (Janice); grandchildren: Whitney Adderley (DeAngelo), Phylicia Hepburn, William Hepburn III., Wynter Hepburn; great-grandchild: DeAndria Adderley; aunt: Gwendolyn Johnson; sisters-in-law: Magnolia Brown, Eureka Ferguson, Dorlean Duford, Catherine Bain; brothers-in-law: Bishop Alton Ferguson, Deacon Ormand Brown; nephews: George Murray Jr., Stephen Murray Sr., Ashland Murray, Trevor Murray, Shawn Murray (Thelma), Kenny Murray (Bernadette), Georgie Forbes (Odean), James Murray, Antone Brown, Romeo Ferguson, Altonniqueo Ferguson, Altonieo Ferguson, Shawn Duford, CPL 3922 Murrel Duford Jr., Michael Bain, Norris Bain, Jacob Bain, Benjamin Bain, Wade Bain, Randy Bain, Sherman Bain, Thurman Smith, Ozzie Smith; nieces: Merilyn Murray, Irene Mcleannon, Emily Montpetitt, Charlene Davis, Diane Flowers, Doreen Murray, Sharon Fransis (Francis), Christine Gibson (Franklyn), Denise Gibson (Lunnon), Tamara Bain, Lavon Adderley, Shelly Poitier, Cleo McPhee, Kainell Brown, Antoneitte Brown, Samantha Brown, Sabrina Stubbs, Ruthnell Ferguson, Tasha Ferguson, Altaneka Ferguson, Renae Taylor, Sabrina Ferguson, Shavorne Russell, Saretta Powell, Anastasia Archer, Tanaz Smith; cousins: Maria Storr, Cetia Johnson, Pamela Mullings, Garfield Johnson (Alvira), Teresita Johnson, Ann Bain (Harry), Cynthia Edgecombe (Stefan), Joyce Gaitor (John), Denise Powell (Robert), Lisa Wright (Kevin), Cher Nicholas (Lyndon), James
R. Woodside Jr., Audrey Powell, Odessia Sweeting, Arthellia PowellIsaacs, Jeffery Powell, Dorlean Duford, Nadine Bowleg, Andrea Culmer, Debra Rolle, James “Jimmy” Johnson, Philip Johnson; godchildren: Rev. Lexton Symonette, Cornet Symonette, Detrick Carroll, Tito Moss, Joy Evans; other relatives and close friends including: Pattie Hepburn and Family, Cornesha Gordon and Family, Ruth Coakley, Cherile, Smith’s Motel Family, Pamela Sawyer, The Link’s Family, Keneth Earl Fontain, Dion Minnis, Honorable Leonardo Lightbourne, Oscar Pinder, Ramon Rahming, Lioni Fox, Descendants of the late Viola Adderley, Decedents of late Jerry Johnson, Ezikiel Johnson and Family, Theresa Butler-Adderley, Kristine Clarke, Dakia Forbes, Mavis Mackey and Family, Magarita Major and Family, Mr. Paul Cooper and Family, Rev. Michael C. Symonette and Family, Rev. Daniel Beneby and Family, Rev. Anthony Caroll and Family, Bishop J. Carl Rahming and Family, Rev. Duane Rahming and Family, St. James Native Baptist Church Family, Minister’s Wives and Minister’s Widows Association, Lue Trust and Banking Family, Dr. Carla Bethel, Dr. Dionne-Dames, Allick and the Agape Clinic at The Princess Margaret Hospital, The Sutton Street Family (of Kemp Road) 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 (TODAY) Thursday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For
Demory Fernander, 66
a resident of a Goggle Eye Street off Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas, died at his residence on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
He is survived by his sisters: Dianne Fernander (Willie), Daphne (Hector) Delva; brothers: Dereck (Monique), Darrell, Donald (Marsha) Fernander Sr.; aunts: Joan Powel, Winifred Ferguson, Rebecca Bethell, Pauline Johnson, Ethel Johnson, Janet, Mary, Margaret and Dianne Fernander; uncles: Douglas Turnquest, Henry “Fish” McKinney, Chester Fernander, numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For Police Reserve Sergeant 1118
(Retired Sergeant 794)
Jacob Lightbourn, J.P.
a resident of Yamacraw Shores off Beach Drive, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Knowles’ Settlement, Cat Island, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on (NEXT) Thursday, July 16, 2026 at The Embassy International, 194 Prince Charles Drive. Officiating will be Apostle Benjamin Smith, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone Road, New Providence.
His loving memories will linger in the hearts of his wife: Dellarese Lightbourn; children: Israel and Jewel Lightbourn, Ferdinand Lightnourn, Maranda Martin, Ralinda (Sheldon) Lynes, Jacovia and Jakemia (Rico) Lightbourn; grandchildren: Dejaunnique Lightbourn, Rashando, Kasanisha, Rakemia King, Annarique Lightbourn, Ruby, Reco and Rakeim Butler, Isaac and Arianna Gardiner, Joseph, Khadijah, Diaman, Tyreeze Lightbourn; great grandchildren: Rashanda, Rashando and Jacquinto King, Devante Role Jr., Careka Johnson, Jarad Evans Jr. Krucial Edgar Rolle, Kaylyn Butler, D’Angelo Taylor, Luckson Charite Mircalle, Charite Alaia Moise; brothers: Isaacs and Cyril Lightbourn (of Ebensburg, Pennsylvania); sisters: Diana Rolle, Monica Williams; adopted mother-in-law: Tressie Lynch; son-in-law: Sheldon Lynes; brother-in-law: Charles Rolle, Clement Forbes, Jerome Colebrook, Raymond Moss; sister-in-law: Gloria Lightbourn, Susan Lightbourn, Louise Lightbourn, Ida Lightbourn, Jennifer Colebrook Stubbs, Elma Moss; nieces: Lisa, Tracy, Monique, Denise, Sophia, Vanessa Lightbourn, Chelsea Lightbourn, Claudia Providence, Cara Duhon, Cleo Rolle, Cameron Lightbourn, Myra Lightbourn, Corene Sweeting, Wiltherine Lightbourn, Casey Lightbourn, Chelsea Lightbourn, BridgeAnn Lightbourn; nephews: Dion, Van, Derek and Dwayne Lightbourn, Cyril Jr., and Casey Lightbourn, Carlos Rolle, Willard Lightbourn, Esmond Lightbourn, Derek Lightbourn, Kendal, and Kandall
Lightbourn (of California, USA); Other Relatives including: The King’s, Moncur, Wong, Edwards, Strachan, Miller, Josey, Stubbs, Sawyer, Hepburn, Knowles’ and their Families, The Smith’s Bay Family, The Seymour and Johnson Families, Livingstone, Josey, The Saunders, Simmons, McCoy, Moncur, Rose, Hepburn, and Edwards and their Families; other friends including: Overseer Sharon Nairn, Pastor Karen Ingraham, Dr. Roland Hamilton, Mr.
Ricardo King, Vernon Lopez, Nolan Pratt, Sheron Johnson, ASP Arlene Barry, Alphonso Smith, Shuree Munnings, Kenva Mullings and their Families and a host of relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
The family wholeheartedly apologizes for any names that were over looked.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads, New Providence on Wednesday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on (NEXT) Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For Mr. George Turner, 79
a resident of #67 Sister Maria Drive, Millenium Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Tea Bay, Cat Island, Bahamas, died at his residence on Monday, July 6, 2026.
He is survived by his wife: Naomi Turner; sons: Ira and Ryan Turner; daughter: Julet Turner; 6 grandchildren: Vernique, Julius, Theran, Ryanne, Ryannise and Ryannih; 1 great grandchild: Dejah; 2 brothers: Hiram and Rupert Turner; sisters: Eurena, Lorine, Catherine, Euntia Turner, Vernica Joyner, Princess Turner; aunts: Lydia Brown, Thelma Moore; sister-in-law: Maureen Ellis and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Death Notice For Funeral Service For Everitte Leloyd Coakley, 68 affectionately called
Candace Clarissa Louise Ferguson-Lightbourne, 51
a resident of #61 Charlotteville, New Providence, Bahamas died in Orlando, Florida on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
She is survived by her husband: Kwadwo Lightbourne; son: Aidan Ferguson; brother: Albert Rolle; sister: Shavourne Rolle; aunt: Sylvia Adams; uncle: Wilfred “Billy” Munnings; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
“Pang, Champ”
of Kaufman Drive, South Ocean, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Garden Hills #1, New Providence will be held at The Hillview Seventhday Adventist Church, Tonique Williamas-Darling Highway, New Providences on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at 10:00am. Officiating will be Pastor Leonardo Rahming Secretary Of The Bahamas Conference Of Seventhday Adventist Church assisted by other Ministers of the gospel. Internment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.
He is survived by his mother: Elva Brown Coakley; sons: Everette Coakley Jr., and Johnathan Higgs; daughters: Ashley and Brenda Coakley; brother: Lawrence Pinder; sisters: Jacqueline Storr Fudge, Theresa Coakley Grimes, Alicia Pinder-Gay and Desiree Pinder; uncles: Sherwin and Arnold (Linda) Brown; aunts: Meryl Desmangles; nephews: Andrew Parker, Spencer Butler, Omar and Quinn Askew, Theotis and Cameron Fudge, Lathario and Lahvadoe Pinder, Nakhaz Gay, D’angelo Ramsey and Jarvis; nieces: Cindy Coakley, Keshelar, Natasha and Tia Parker, Shakara Butler, Candice. Dr Maresha Gay Charles and Nakhazia Gay; cousins including: Jeffrey and Preston Rahming, Bradley Brown, Fontella Brown, Janice Moss (Derek), Thomas Desmangles, Sonia Burrows, children of Elvin and Sherwin Brown, descendants of Era Thurston; and other relatives and friends including: Joy Coakley Edward, Michael Richards.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Hillview Seventhday Adventist Church, Tonique Williamas-Darling Highway, New Providences from 10:00am until service time.
Funeral Service for Shenika Shantell Nottage, 47
a resident of #28 Wilton Street, East Street, Bahamas, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, June 11th, 2026. Service will be held at Blessed Hope Native Baptist Church, Joe Farrington Road, on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, at 11am. Officiating will be Dr. Joel Johnson, assisted by other Ministers of The Gospel. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
She is survived by her children: Alex Nottage, Amalia Charlton, Miguel Whymns, and Angel Clarke; daughter-in-law: Felecia Benjamin-Nottage; grandchildren: Jayden Alex Nottage, Tayla Miller, Skylar Nottage, and Mariah Whymns; sisters: Evangelist Candice Shepherd and Cruzel Jacques (Jason); brothers: Garcia Nottage and Antonio Pollock (Orlando, Florida); nieces: F’Zyria Shepherd and Neveah Petit; nephews: Fabian Jr. and Fabresheo Shepherd, Samuel McCoy Jr., Demarco and Marc Pierre, Ayden and Adrian Pollock (Orlando, Florida), Nelson Petit, Jayvon and Jayden Jacques; aunts: Theressa Thompson, Marie Rolle, Marsha Dean (Freeport, Grand Bahama), Evangelist Christine Nottage, Sharon Nottage, Charlene Murphy, Edith Taylor, and Robyn Young; uncles: Andrew Smith, Peter Young, Bertram Smith, Basil Thompson, and Hezekiah Dean (Freeport, Grand Bahama); grand aunts: Louise Beetum, Janet Brown, Sheila Gordon, and Olga Duncan; grand uncles: William Brown, Montgomery Brown, and Deacon Orlando Nottage (Fort Lauderdale, Florida); God-sister: Euricka Neymour; cousins: Myra and ASP Kent Wood, Marilyn and Felecia Delancy, Minister Lakiesha and Damian Adderley, Avery Barr (West Palm Beach, Florida), Pastor Wayne and Minister Donya Cleare, Kayshelda and Dion White, Kayra and Daniel Duncombe, Dalano and Sherrell Bodie, Rosewell, Michael Edgecombe, Jennifer Kemp, Quincy Nottage, Devern and Jamal McDonald, Kimberly Butterfield, George Jr., Keshe, Julian, Peter Jr., Tarell, Tarron, Deaundra, Petra, Ebony, Brunae, Branayah, Cruz, Esther, Valvanno Bullard, Craigneisha, Donna, Derickea, Lameisha, Anthony Jr., Joshua, Wayne Jr., Damitra, Christina, Shakeal Delancy, Kendisa Wright, Brent, Breniya and Sarge McDonald, Dreano, Dejanae, Danajah, Accasio, Aliyah, Cassidia, Accasio Jr., Accassia, Lanika, Renaldo, Odderley, Jovan, Myan, Tammy, Natasha, Desmond, Christopher, Perez, Tekoya, Christine, Nekeba, Anya, Antoinette, Tanya, Lynn, Emery, Sophia, Brittney, and Larry Major; special mention: Alex Turnquest and family, Pedro Charlton and family, Meko Whymns and family, Marvin Clarke, and family; other relatives and friends: Pastor Willis and Rev. Dr. Yvette Johnson; the Blessed Hope
Native Baptist Church family; the Hon. Perry Christie and family; the Hon. Jomo Campbell and family (Member of Parliament for Centreville); the Hon. Wayne Munroe (Attorney General); Cordell Frazier (Director of Public Prosecutions); Ivy Rolle (Human Resources Manager); Keishel Forbes and family; Joenelle Kelly and family; Shandica Carey; the Janitorial Staff of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions; Kathy Robins; Kyshna Miller; the St. George’s Anglican Church family; Charmaine; Francisca Benjamin and family; Stephanie Edwards and family; Audrey Shepherd and family; Veronica Clarke and family; DJ Pressure and family; the Turnquest family; Esther Knowles and family; Sherman Taylor; Denise Taylor and family; Latesha Munroe and family; ASP Willard Gibson; Marco Pierre and family; Alex Blanc and family; Lorenzo, Limpy, Tasha, Tony; Nurse McPhee of Princess Margaret Hospital; the Toote Shop Corner Community; the entire Culmersville Community; and all other relatives and friends too numerous to mention
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. (TODAY) Thursday and again at the church from 10:00 a.m. to service time on Saturday.
Death Notice for
Philip Knowles, 60
a resident of #24 Patron Crescent, died at Princess Margaret Hospital, on Friday, July 3rd, 2026.
He is survived by his wife: Kayla Knowles; mother: Wilhelmana Bethel; children: Davian Farquharson, Phylisha and Phylizity Knowles; brothers: Dwayne and Kwiesis Knowles; uncle: Spurgeon Johnson; niece: Caitlyn Bridgwater; nephew: Kyle Bridgewater; other relatives: Anna, Degregory and Neil Davis, including a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral announcements will be forthcoming
Funeral Service for Magdalene Murphy, 79
of Oasis Drive Coral Harbor, Nassau, Bahamas, and formerly of Bailey Town Bimini, died at Princess Margaret Hospital, on Thursday, June 18th, 2026. Service will be held at St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church, 3rd and 4th Street, Coconut Grove, on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, at 10am Officiating will be Fr. Simeon Roberts, assisted by other Ministers of the Archdiocese. Interment will follow at Catholic Cemetery, Tyler Street.
She is pre-deceased by her husband Gently (Raynor) Murphy.
Left to cherish her precious memories are her, beloved daughter: Letita Moss; Bonus Children: Geraldine Pyfrom (deceased) Lydia Gibson (Roscoe), Barbara Roberts Pinder, Sandra Basden, Zinnia Rolle, and other relatives placed under her care; Granddaughter: Lydesha Gibson; Brothers: Alexander, Augustine “Gus” Roberts (Verona), Fr. Simeon Roberts, Micah, Stephen (Theresa) and Evangelist “Van” (Eugenia) Roberts; Uncle: Rueben (Darlene) Roberts; Sisters in-law: Naomi Gibson, Frances Russell, Alma Rolle, Ella & Melony Murphy, Gretal Collie, Bernestene Adderley, Jacquelyn Romer, Priscilla, Doretha & Covena Murphy and Miriam Emmanuel, Ceola, Enith and Ivy Smith, Jenetta, and Genesta Moss; Brothers-in-law: Byron Collie, Charles, Vanwright and Raymond Murphy, Everette, Thomas and Sydney Moss; Nieces: Sandra Basden (Michael), Christa Rolle (Densil) Cottrice Robinson (Al), Alexandria Bowe (Godfrey), Kara Roberts, Angel Brown (Santino), Michelle Perkins (Lamont), Avery Adams (Nathaniel), Stefana, Vanessa and Shavanya Roberts; Nephews: Jeffery Charlton, Quinton Ellis (Malinda), Lorrick Roberts (Elodie), Pedrito (Premo) Roberts (Helena), Freddie Rolle Jr. (Jennamae), Henderson Rolle (Agatha), Ivan Roberts (Dominique), Micah Roberts Jr., Zack, Stevon and Stefano Roberts, and Paul Sidney Levarity; Nieces-in-law: Keeva Miller, Charldera Nsa, Francesca & Fayedawn Russell, Kaleisha Rolle, Richae & Richara Bain, Jazmyne Mortimer, Lakera Brown, Abagale Russell, Nikita Higgins, Angela, Andrea, Tyeice & Ranique Murphy, Renetha Chamberland, Elcina & Atiba Collie, Phylicia Romer, Kaywana Forbes, Chandalear Dorcelle, Cindy Brennen, Darlicia Emmanuel, Doretha Moss, Judy Taylor, and Chizelle Antoinette Moss; Nephews-in-law: Charles Jr, Sheridan, Coven, Ramon, Felix, Rodrick, Ramon & Jermaine Murphy, Clement Russell Jr., Samuel Rolle, Shaquan Higgs, Shavaro Adderley, Jyles Romer, Eldwood Sr., Nathan & Kendall, Nikita Higgins, Kechino, Reeco, Toshiko, Barrington, Oneilious, H’odari (Tynishka), Ashley, Denzel Collie, Leabner & Walt Forbes, Antonio Moss, Pastor Sterling Moss; A host of grand and great grand nieces and nephews; Cousins: Marianette Thompson, Veronica Pritchard, Anthony, Livingston, Fabian, Mathew Sr. and Walter Stuart; Lealand, Sidney Jr, Mary, Hilda, Keva, Leo, Margo, Violet, Janice, Paul and Levarity, Bridget Johnson, Harriet Jones, Ruth Saunders, Angelo, Frances, Joyce Rolle, Lloyd Roberts, Zendal Roberts, Harrison Roberts, Shonell Mackey, Gertrude Roberts, Erica Sargent Ludale Roberts Tanya Roberts, Therecita Jones, Iva Roberts, Paula, Ruban Roberts Jr. and Helen Brynen. Mavis Munnings, Howard Roberts,
Otterine Mott, Keavmae Roberts, Lisa Roberts, Mia Roberts, Cruz Roberts, Cordero, Renaldo, Derek Roberts, and Patrice Higgs; Descendants of: Inez & Willmore Stuart, Alfred & Rowena Levarity, Elsie & Lawrence Rolle Sr., Doris & Frederick Lewis, Sidney Levarity, Benjamin Roy Levarity, Joseph Levarity, Garnet Levarity, Rev. Earl Francis, Prescola Lockhart, Edna Levarity, Carl and Magdalene Levarity, Capt. Willie and Mary Weech, Joseph Levarity, Harold and Elisha Francis, Ella Francis Smith; Lifelong Friends: Rita Moxey, Pat Bell, Avis Eneas; God-children: Henderson Rolle, Rzepka and Renika Lafleur, Renishca Rolle, Shizah, Johnathan and Anayah Turner; Other relatives and special friends include: Rev. Dr. Ivan Ford Butler and the Butler Family, Pastor Edison Greenslade and Family, The Bible Truth Ministry Family, St Cecilia’s Parish Family, The Zion Yamacraw Church Family, Kingdom Prayer Warriors, Faithful Sons & Daughters of Samaria Prayer Group, Betty Greenslade, Gretel Collie, Dr. Butler, Dr. Keisha Smith, Dr. Deidre Sands, Stanley Deveaux, Marcus Bain, Keith Johnson, Eric Collie, Pastor Glen Roberts & Family, Apostle Dr. Kevin and Pastor Alice Collie, Elizabeth Collie, Elizabeth Murphy, Trevor Roberts, Shamon Turner & Family, Carolyn (Kay) Roberts, Val Gardiner, Nurse Demeritte, Nurse, Mortimore, Above and Beyond Nursing Agency (Nurse V. Adderley), The Oncology Team (PMH), Fr. Berkley Smith, Management and Staff of 24 Hour Comfort Home Health Care Nursing Services (Nurse Michelle Rolle), The Moss Family, The Murphy and Collie Family, Staff and Friends of The Police Training College Family, The Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries Family, The entire Bimini Community, The High Rock Community and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
The family deeply and sincerely apologizes for any omissions of those who loved and shared intimately in the life of Magdalene Adena Murphy. 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. (TODAY) Thursday and again at the church from 9:00 a.m. to service time on Saturday.
Death Notice for Leon Everette Cash, 76
a resident of # 142 Melvern Road, Yellow Elder, and formerly of Lower Bogue, Eleuthera, died at his residence on Tuesday, July 7th, 2026.
He is survived by her Wife: Elizabeth Cash; Children: Chad, Mario and Marvin Cash; Sister: Ida Mackey, Lenora Taylor and Irma Carey; Grandchildren: Makai and Makayden Cash; Sister-in-law: Angela Bodie; Brother-in-law: Wilfred and Gregory Curry; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Service for
Pastor Martin Luther Davis Sr., 64
of Knowles Drive will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 11th July 2026 at Deliverance Tabernacle, Summer Haven Estates, South Beach, New Providence, Bahamas Officiating will be Pastor Alvin Davis assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleums, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road.
Left to cherish Martin’s precious memories are his devoted wife of thirty-three years: Peggy Davis (his first love); beloved children: Martino Davis, Martina Davis, Martinique Davis-Valcom, Martinez Davis, Martinell Davis & Martin Davis Jr.; Beloved grand children: Kayden Cleare, Jamel Josey, Makari Pierre, Jamarius Rolle, Ma’Kayla Davis, Lu’Marah Ranger, Brayden Bullard; son-inlaw: Robert Valcom; daughter-in-law: Jenna Davis; brothers: Pastor Alvin (Charmaine) Davis and Andrew (Sonia) Davis. sisters: Cynthia Neely, Phyllis Alexander, Joan Davis, and the late Madeline Levarity; father-in-law: Ronald Nixon; mother-in-law: Mazel Sawyer; sisters-inlaw: Theresa (Donnie) Rolle, Glenda (Mcgarret) Roker, Jacqueline (David) Martin and April Lewis; brother-in-law: Hillery Sawyer; nieces & nephews: Maria Levarity-Green, Steve (Jennifer) Levarity, Deaconess Sharon (Jimmie) Levarity-Jones, Elder Fred (Martha) Levarity, Katrien (David) Alexander-Sinclair, Candice, AlexanderSmith, Michele, (Edmond) Alexander-Adams, Sonya Smith-Neely, Thallise Neely, Raynor Neely, Antoine (Abigail) Neely, Trevaughn (Cherelle) Neely, Cira (Anthony)Davis, Alvin Davis Jr., Nathan Davis Ivan Davis, Michael Davis, Joyelle Davis, Ronnie Bennett; He was also fondly remembered and will be forever cherished by his lifelong best friends, Todd Rolle and Althea Palacious; Beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews; His dear family friends, Bradley Bullard, Mario Williams, Ranell Black, Adrian Miller, and Remourn Gibson, Ranell Valcom; His Church Families God House of Refuge & Love Ministries, St. Paul’s Baptist Church, Zion Baptist Church (Bimini), Church of God Greater Chippingham, Former work family at Crystal Palace/Wyndham Resort, Resort World Bimini, Bimini Cove Resort, and his Lynden Pindling International Airport taxi family, with special mention of his cherished colleagues and friends, Rosemary McPhee, Jefford; close relatives and friends: The Conliffe Family, The Ellis Family, The Williams Family, The Smith Family, The Gooding Family, The Rolle Family, The Edgecombe Family, The Roberts Family, The King Family, the Island House Family, The Albany Family, the Sandyport Family, the Breezes Resort Family, the Baha Mar Family, the Old Fort Bay Family, the Faith Gardens Community whose
love, support, and generosity meant so much to our family, and a host of relatives and loved ones both in The Bahamas and abroad; and countless lives he touched throughout his years of ministry and service.
May His Soul Rest In Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44 a Nassau Street on Thursday (TODAY) 9th July 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 11th July 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for
Emily Elizabeth Burnside, 92
of Cockburn Street, Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas died at her residence on Sunday July 5th, 2026.
She is survived by her daughters: Dr, Karen E. Johnson of Columbia SC, June P. Hawkins of Turks and Caicos and Hedder Patti-Jones of Anderson, SC.; sons: Glen Burnside Sr., Nelson Rahming Sr. and Clayton Rahming; numerous grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service for Death Notices for
Kevin Edward Munroe, 57
of Fire Trail Road will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday 11th July 2026 at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Baillou Hill and Wulff Roads. Officiating will be Fr. Roderick Bain and Deacon Jamal Turnquest. Interment will follow in the Western Cemetery, Nassau Street.
Kevin is lovingly remembered by his parents: Oscar Munroe and Vanrea Sears Munroe; siblings: Matthew Munroe, Quentin Bowe, Perry Mackey, Amanda, Davinia Munroe, and Shamsi Kemp (Adrian); aunts: Sheila Francis, Verdell Johnson, Susan Hall, Christine Docemo, Deborah Bailey, Adina Munroe-Charlo, Vanessa Munroe, Pamela Sears Brown, LaGloria Davis; uncles: Henry (Sandra) Sears, Basil (Gloria) Sears, Garth Munroe and Henry Francis; cousins: Patrick (Jill) Ward, Kenyatta and Zelpha Davis, Denise Sears, Lorraine (Anthony) Bowleg, Basil Sears Jr., Shenique Taylor (Martin) Clarke, Nolen (Trinidad) Brown, Alaric Nixon, Tanya Sears (Berne) Wright, David (Claudia) Sears, Sharla Sears, Enrique (Ashley) Sears, Emily Bowe, Christian, Tyler and London Sears, Lynsey and Gyles Ward, Latonya, Maverick and Anthony Bowleg Jr., Khadero and Khajzan Taylor, Basil Brent Sears, Shian and Zian Brown, Alarica Nixon, Chrisanae Bowleg, Elayna Wright, Curtis Adderley, Darron Hall (Ellen), Wentworth Johnson (Simone), Theron Hall, Vania Volmy (Daniel), Julie Stewart, Dr. Cytella Francis, Nekara Johnson, Anthea Bedford, Suzette Moss (Pheron), Charisa Munroe-Wilborn (Destry), Myles Munroe Jr. (Sherice), Shamron Munroe (Kimberly), Akinyi, Charles Jr., Latara and Mathis Bailey; grand aunt: Jane Adderley; other relatives and friends: Renae Russell, Francina Taylor, Margaux Major, Emily Munnings, Franklyn “Bob” and Hansel Taylor, Esmeralda Rutherford, Mary Johnson, Madeline Finley, Andrea Ferguson, Eileen Crawley, Sandra (Roosevelt) Dawkins, James and Maxwell Adderley, Kermit, Theodore and Stephen Sears, William and Howard Bethel, Pandora Hanna, Patrick, Greg, Freeman and Stephen Hanna, the families of the late Rev. David and Rev. Emmett Johnson, Dr. John Johnson, Gerald Bowe, Annabell Bowe Rolle, Sophia Strachan, Fred Bowe, Lilymae Bowe, David Williamsy, Pedro and Vera Perpall, Sidney Jr and Nick Wilson, Altima (Edwin) Johnson, Yvonne (Teddy) Bootle, Mahalia Wilson, Vanessa Wilson Thompson, Una Sears Flowers, Bloneva, Lunnon and Thomas Sears, Vera Rolle, Ellen Sears, the family of the late Grace Archer, Michael Kirby, Julian Reid, Sammy Gardiner, the St. John’s College class of 1985, The Management and Staff of the National Insurance Board, and the entire Bain Town Community. May His Soul Rest In Peace!
THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC VIEWING!
Marvel Louise Bain, 79
of Pinecone Street, Sir Lynden Pindling Estates and formerly of Mayaguana, died at her residence on Saturday July 4th, 2026.
She is survived by her daughter: Attorney Sherita D. Forbes; son: Stephen Forbes; sister: Gertrude Bastian-Dames; brother: Harold Bain; grandchildren: Raevyn, Lataejah, London, Raequan, Raevaughn, RaeShawn and Logan Forbes; nieces and nephews: Conrad Williams, Sandra Lewis, Charlene Cooper, Gardenia Duncan; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Joann Gloria Behagg née Griffin, 74
of Oak Hill Road, off Skyline Drive and formerly of Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera died at her residence on Wednesday July 1st, 2026.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service for
Evangelist Calvease Eloise Horton-Rolle,
93
of Bamboo Blvd., South Beach,New Providence ,Bahams ,will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 11th July 2026 at Abundant Life Church, Abundant Life Road. Officiating will be Pastor Prince Bodie assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
Left to cherish her memories of Calvease are her husband: Elder Hubert Rolle; children & spouses: Edgar & Rosenell Horton, Donella & Reverend Prince Bodie, Dr. Valderine & Dr. Anthony Hamilton, Pastor Joan Lisa Horton; stepchildren: Terry Rolle, Sharon Vega, Idamae Russell (Baron); grandchildren: Nevada Adderley, Tameka Horton, Pillar Studstill (Jay), Danielle Bodie, Vania Hamilton, Lourdes Strachan, Carl Horton, Alvin Hamilton (Shandia), Robin Strachan, Patrick Bodie (Christin). Ayanah Rolle (Brian), Thomas & Julius Russell; great grandchildren: Idoreyin & Niji Adderley, Omanika & Omanike Lowe, Carleigh Horton, Aria Sands, Ifani Adderley, Omanica Lowe, Piori & Johnny Studstill, Alton Marco Smith, Kareem Nairn, Psalms & Christian Bodie; great grand: Trevor Bethel, Tameko Lowe, Shanico and O’Maya Lowe; adopted sister: Daphane Miller; sisters-in-law: Siblean Rolle-Johnson, Geletha Rolle, Zelma Rolle, Rosemarie Rolle; brother-in-law: Victor Rolle; nieces & nephews: Hughloyd (Carla), Raymond (Audrey) and Michael Johnson, Christine Ellis, Christopher (Shantnikia) and Ephraim Brice, Ephanette Wong (Keno), Charles, Eddie, Fatima and Chainer Moxey, Nadene and Ancenette Wallace, Raquel and Antionette Moxey and Martique Higgs. Wayne Miller (Sherry), Charmaine Williams, Minister Charlene Paul (Rev. Patrick). Karen, Ursula, Jacqualyn, Patrice, Deborah, Juanita, Cheryl, Ingrid, Constance, Maria, Madlyn, Myrtle, Marsha, Patrice, Bridgette, Chantel, Cathy, Nishka, Dashanda, Melony, Debra, Roslyn, Michelle, Shannique, Ivery, Sharon, Betty, Dedrie, Douglas, Stanley, Anthony, Ricardo, George, Keith, Harper, Branford, LeFred, Brian, Michael, Wayne, Kirklyn, Roger, Roosevelt, Trevor and Calvin; Fondly remembered by a host of other relatives and friends including: The decedents of John & Eliza Miller, Christopher Butler, Alexander (Elik) Butler, Minerva Wells, Sarah Butler, Arabella Hall, Henry Glinton, Edgar & Rebecca Maycock-Moxey, Albert & Jeneva Horton, Reverend Zachrias & Pethrel Rolle, Upper Room Prayer & Praise Center, Members and Followers of Vision Community Church, Members and Followers of Abundant Life Bible Church, Members and Followers of Believer’s Gospel Chapel and The Family of Horton’s Fashion & Bridal Store;
Very special thanks, love and blessings to: PCA’s Tina Roberts and Kendra Pinder of WTH Stuart Personal Home Care & Assisted Living Services; adopted daughter and helper: Rosetta (Rosie) Bazile & family.
May Her Soul Rest In Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44 a Nassau Street on Thursday (TODAY) 9th July 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 11th July 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time
Death Notice for Channon Bronica Beth Sands, 53
of Pinto Close, Regency Park, New Providence, Bahamas. died on Monday June 29th, 2026.
She is survived by her brothers: Charles Clinton, Chandler Bromfield Troy and Charlton Tregglon; aunts: Eleanor Rolle, Elizabeth Gibson, Majorie Thompson and Rita Spriggs; uncles: Charles Rolle and George Munroe; nieces: Crystal, Charltonise and Cymphony; nephew: Clinton Jr.; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Inell Agnes Adderley, 78
a resident of Tulip Boulevard, Eastwood Estates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Burnt Ground, Long Island, Bahamas will be held on (TODAY) Thursday, July 9th, 2026, 10:00am at St. Anne’s Anglican Church, Fox Hill, New Providence. Officiating will be Archdeacon, The Ven. Hugh A. Bartlett Jr. assisted by Retired Archdeacon, The Ven. G. Kingsley Knowles. Interment will be held in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Fox Hill, New Providence.
Precious and lasting memories will remain in the hearts of her daughter: Johnnel Adderley; grandson: Tyrese Bunch; adopted mother: Hortence Harris-Smith and family; sister: PandoraAdderley; sister-in-law: Sybilean Clarke-Knowles; nieces: Marissa, Laverne and Thurgood Marshall, Aseria Karima Knowles-Rolle and Sgt. Kendal Rolle, Deaundra and Edwin Ingraham, Sandy Adderley and family Kendora, El Paco, Wendy, Una, Joycelyn, Debbie, Coreen, Gari Strachan; grand nieces: Gabriel Fowler, Kenderia Rolle, Lilian Jackson, Asia Ingraham; nephews: Neil Adderley, Simeon, Arthur, Vivian, Rosevelt, Neville, Cornelius, Charles, David, Wesley, Berkeley Alfonso, Ryan, Fonza; grand nephews: Abale Seaman Da’Shone Rolle, Marine Seaman Kendrick Rolle, Reverend Dominick Adderley, and Neil Jackson, Ethan Ingraham; cousins: Ingrid, Leotha, Jamal, Omar; special relatives and friends: Sivlean RolleJohnson and family, Brenda McKinney and family, Tippy and Sandra, Kim and Verna Douglas and family, Sharon & Roger Brown and family, Carmita Butler, Nana, Keva Williams and family, Crystal Carey-Rolle and family, Errolinda Ward-Witt and family, Rachel Joseph and family, Cheryl Taylor, Johnny Johnson and family, Tosha Smith, Tashanti Smith, Joshua Neeley; and a host of other relatives, BTC friends including: Reginald Gaiter, Vernencha Adderley and family, Sandra Adderley and family, Gretchen Jones, Winnifred Thompson and family, Jackie Sair, Jewel Kelly, Kate Rahaming, Dellareese Kemp, Donna Higgs, Albert and Leverne Bowe and family, Mr. Coakley and Family, Dave Hanna and family; special thanks to: Archdeacon, The Venerable. Hugh A. Bartlett Jr., Rector, Retired Archdeacon, The Venerable. G. Kingsley Knowles,
Assistant Clergy. St. Anne’s AnglicanChurch, Shannan Mackey and Mrs. Ruby Brown, Mrs. Audrey Major-Rolle. Bahamas Communications and Public Officers Retirees Association, the Medical Team of Princess Margaret Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit and neighbours of Eastwood Estates; extra special thank you to: Keva Williams, my Sister/ best friend who helped and supported me through this process of arranging the funeral. I am eternally grateful to have you in my life; thank you to: Mrs. Betty Bullard owner of All Seasons Florist for the exquisite Floral Arrangements and thank you to Restview Memorial Mortuary & Crematorium Limited for always providing outstanding service.
There will be NO Public Viewing at the Church.
Death Notice For Helen Adell Coleby-Johnson, 59
a resident of #24 Hampton Avenue, South Beach Estates, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday July 4th 2026.
She was predeceased by her father: Pastor Lawrence B. Coleby.
She is survived by her daughters: Kendra Ferguson and Krystal Johnson; mother: Pemula R. Coleby; siblings: Brandford, Lawrence Coleby and Sterling Moss, Angelia and Lynette Coleby and Anouche Knowles; aunts: Dorothy Coleby, Thelma Armstrong and Carrie Simmons; uncles: Rodger, Freddie and Kevin Simmons; and numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends including: Marvin Ferguson.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Felest Benjamin Roberts, 73
affectionately called “Papas”
of Minnie Street, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Abraham’s Bay, Mayaguana, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, 11:00am at Prayer and Deliverance Temple Church Inc, Taylor and Jackson Streets, Nassau Village, New Providence. Officiating will be Apostle K Winton W. Roberts assisted by Pastor. Joydawn Roberts, Pastor Zuhlera L Roberts-Nasgie and Pastor Pastor Henry T. McPhee. Interment will be held in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence.
He was predeceased by his father: Michael Richard Roberts; his mother: Enid Roberts; his son: Trevor Ferguson; his brothers: Eric, Ronnie and Wellington Roberts.
Left to cherish his memory are his beloved daughter: Shantel Roberts; cherished grandson: Shannon Florival; granddaughter: Trevia; two brothers: Apostle Winton Roberts and Garvin Roberts; seven sisters: Minister Iva Roberts, Francella, Doreen, Paulette, Sherryann and Maxine Roberts and Cheryl Charlton; sister-in- law: Pastor Joydawn Roberts; uncles: Victor and Herbert Brown; aunts: Evelyn Pratt, Laurette and Geraldine Brown; nephews: Richard, Paul, Derick, Michael, Winton Jr., Ezekiel, and Wellington Jr., Shanchez, Devinardo, Kazinski Johnson, Teko McKinney, Ejay Desauguste, Bradley Jr., Shekel and Cameron Charlton; nieces:
Theresa Johnson, Clarabell, Nikita, Christine Myrtle, Tamica Bain, Tameka Roberts Attorney-at-law, Audika Johnson J.P., Pastor Zuhleka Nabbie J.P, M. O., Sharricka Roberts, Lakia, Larissa Johnson, Precious Thompson, Henrinique, Bradika Charlton and Wellineak Roberts; numerous grandnieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends whose lives were touched by his presence including: Miller Family, Rolle Family, Cox Family, Charlton Family, Mayaguana Family, Edith Gardiner and family, Richard Darville, Keith Oliver and Family, Orvin Reese, Verdell Brown and family and Prayer and Deliverance Temple.
There will be no Public Viewing
Death Notice For Cleotha Merlene Lewis, 66
a resident of Winton Meadows, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026.
She is survived by her son: Leslie Wells; daughter: Rolinda Pierre; granddaughter: Aria Wells and Anthonique Lewis; siblings: Tyrone McKenzie, Michelle Banton, Brian Dillette and Melvern Hunt and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Samuel Rolle, 81 affectionately called “Money”
a resident of #37 Poinciana Avenue, South Beach Estates, New Providence and formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, 11th July, 2026, 2:00pm at the New Mount Zion Baptist Church, South Beach, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Charles T. Dorsett, D.Div., JP and assisted by Rev. Jeffery Kikivarakis. Internment will be held at Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.
He was pre-deceased by his wife of 50 years: Antoinette Rolle; parents: Richard and Flora Rolle.
Fond memories will live on in ther hearts of his daughters: Janice Lewis, Samantha Rolle, Ashleyanne Rolle and Nioka Brown; sons: Christopher (Joann), Craig Sr. (Callah), Richard, Dwight, Terrance and Devon Rolle, Marcio, Lance, Lanardo and Quinsent Haven; sisters: Geraldine, Elizabeth and Retta Rolle, Miriam Murphy, Estella (Lynward) Saunders, Miriam Deveaux and Luedell Whylly; brothers:Ulies (Cathleen), Simon (Charmaine) and McDonald (Judymae) Rolle; sister-in-law: Judith Rolle; grandchildren: Naja, Maalik, Maachai, Craig Jr., Debro, Chanado, Dominique , Andira, Rashad, Geovanni, Dequant, Deja, Raymond, Keano, Keimara, Richard Jr., Shannon, Melissa, Myah, Tajh, Trace, Sarai, Alexus, Cordedro, Danielle, Tenaero, Terrann, Trevon, Dakoda, Lashae, Caden, Seraiah,Caleb, Emani,Tyrique,Tervon, Nyhema, Aniyah, Ameliah, D’Asha, Christina, London, Kenroy, Niah, Lanaysha, Camdyn, Kamani, Queh, Quathurah, Crystal, Valentino, Christen, Juran; great grandchildren: Craig III, Tanas, Ayden, Chaniya, Saria, Chanado Jr., Rashad Jr. Arjanae Jr., Tania, Amya, Geovanni Jr., Geovinchy, Cayden, Teano, T’nai, D.J.; nieces: Monique, Stephanie, Philippa Bain, McKell, Montez, Karen, Keva, Latoya, Chrystal Williams, Sirell, Anique, Anae, Aniesh, Ajah, Lynique, Joan; nephews: Julian, Shawn, Trevor, Jason, Donald, Tavaughn, Rashad, Dewitt, David Jr., Valentino, Barry, Clayton, Don, Shamar, Lynardo, Hewitt, Solomon, Willian, Donald Sweeting, Pedro, O’Neal, Alexiou, Devon, Barron and Darron; grandnieces and grandnephews: Kyle, Curtis Murphy Jr., Nicartha, Catelya Murphy; cousins: Marilyn, Venus, Kim, Lorenzo, Dorothy, Jerome, Cora, Claudette, Melanie, Arnold Curtis, Delores Pratt, Valentino Hamilton, Nevil
Curtis, Hilton, Martha, Mayglena Bullard, Diana other relatives and friends including: Paula Haven, Katherine Rahming, Joanne Rolle , Marilyn Rolle, Sharon Brooks, Wendy Talbot, Jacklyn Brice, Patrick Sweeting and Family, Colin Wright and Family, Gregory Bullard, Troy Kellman, Stanley Rolle, Jay Jones and the Jones Family, Marsha McLean and Family, Donna Michael and Family, Yolanda Tinker, The Hart Family, The Smith Family, The Sturrup Family, Henrietta Bain and family, The Lewis Family, Everton Heath, Lisa Armbrister, Charmaine Aranha, Hilary Huyler and Family, Charise Rolle and Family, Janua Wisdom and Family, Neville Curtis and Family, Delores Curtis Pratt and Family, McFallaughn Bowleg, Anthony Rolle, Gregory Bullard, Peat Davies, Andre Munnings, Newell & Caroline McPhee, Anthony March, Daphne Rolle, Hubert Stuart, Wilford Bastian, Zephaniah Pennerman, Friends of Davis Cartronics, Ivan McPhee, the community of Victoria Point, Mangrove Cay Andros, Rev. Moses Pennerman 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, Robinson and Solider Road, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 12:30pm until service time.
Death Notice For King Solomon Roberts, 88
died at the Princess Magaret Hospital on Wednesday June 24th, 2026.
He is survived by his sons: Dennis, Trevor, Perry and Nicholon Roberts, and Harold Rolle; daughters: Ronnie, Sharmane, Leotha and Neketha Roberts, Joyann Roberts Mackey, Zendamae Roberts-Johnson, Stacy Roberts, Evelyn RobertsJones and Peaches Rosa Oliver; sisters: Maryalyn and Bridgette Roberts, Rebecca Newton, Janice Pickstock; numerous grandchildren, great grand children, great-great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices For
Bertrica Renee Brown, 19
a resident of Murphy Town, Abaco, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, June 28th, 2026.
She was predeceased by her sisters: Diamond Stubbs and Stania Webb.
She is survived by her grandparents: Sandralee Taylor, Oral and Berylean Burrows, Millicent Bodie; guardian: Anthony and Oralique Thompson; siblings: Floydeshia Armbrister, Dennis Burnside Jr, Berylnique Burrows, Shanessa Brown, Dominick Stubbs, Damian Stubbs, Trinity Stubbs, Taquonia Brown, Raquon Brown, Dalston Brown and host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Stania Gianni Emily Webb, 18
New Bight, Arthur’s Town, Cat Island, Bahamas died at the Princess Magaret Hospital on Sunday, June 28th, 2026.
She was predeceased by her sisters: Diamond Stubbs, Bertrica Brown.
She is survived by her mother: Geraldine Moss Nabbie; father: Stanley Webb; grandparents: Sheba Webb, Bishop Winslow and Shirley Moss; siblings: Michael, Shannon and Ashley Nabbie, Stanley Webb Jr., Taran, Ashstan, Robert, and Dinah Best, Damian Stubbs Jr., Trinity Stubbs, Dominic Stubbs, and a host of numerous family and friends.
Funeral Arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Evelena Johnson, 19 affectionately called “Lilly”
a resident of #1131 North East 15th Avenue (Apt#12), Fort Lauderdale and formerly of Broward died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, June 28th, 2026.
She was predeceased by her father: Arthur Johnson.
She is survived by her mother: Dianna Wright; grandmother: Michelene Norelus; grandfather: Dion Wright; siblings: Kassie Wright, Debra Wright, Arthur Johnson Jr., Gabriel Pratt, Britney Wright & Felicia Wright and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Diamond Diana Winstonique Stubbs, 17
New Bight, Smith’s Bay, Cat Island, Bahamas and also from Murphy Town, Abaco, Bahamas died on Sunday, June 28th, 2026.
She was predeceased with her sisters: Bertrica Brown and Stania Webb
She is survived by her parents: Damian and Nathalie Stubbs Great grandparents: Fritz and Claramae Stubbs; grandparents: Oral and Berylean Burrows, Diane Stubbs, Philip Deveaux, Nathaniel and Cheryl Mackey; siblings: Damian Stubbs Jr, Dominick Stubbs, Trinity Stubbs, Shannon Nabbie, Ashley Nabbie, Michael Nabbie, Stanley Webb; Nephew: Dymtruis Stubbs and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices For
Eleazar Elkanah Scavella, 91
a resident of Landrail Point, Crooked Island, Bahamas died at his residence on Saturday, July 4th, 2026.
He is survived by his wife: Lucille Scavella; son: Lynford Scavella; daughter: Charlene Scavella; sister: Althinese Burrows; grandchildren: Brytanee Scavella-Forbes, Lynford Scavella II, Destanee Scavella, Jernay Deveaux and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Mr. Jack Joseph Cherefant, 65
of Hanna Hill, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died at his residence on Friday, June 26th, 2026
He is survived by his wife: Marie Alice Cherefant; children: Orlando J. Cherefant, Dakarai Cherefant and Cleopatra C. Cherefant; sibling: Erica Antoine, Elva Antoine, Ramona Cooper and Louie Cherefant; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Arrangements for the Funeral Services are being finalized and details will be announced at a later date.
Sandra Rosemary Albury, 60
a resident of Melrose Avenue, South Beach, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, July 3rd, 2026.
She is survived by her sons: Kyle, Kyliss, Michael, Steven and Martin; daughter: Mykell Lavanda Martin; grandmother: Genievive Albury; sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Letheria Lakita Bodie, 39
a resident of Crossing Rock, Abaco, Bahamas died on Castaway Cay, Bahamas on Sunday, 28th June, 2026.
She is survived by her daughters: Tamia Thompson and Treyma Bodie; parents: Joseph and Iva Bodie; grandparent: Merven Burrows; siblings: Jasmine Bodie, Levan Russell, Dominique Rusell and Joey Bodie and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Mr. Eulys Strachan, 89
of #22 Independence Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, 10:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church, Nansen Avenue and Columbus Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Keith Russell assisted by other minister of the gospel. Interment will follow at Le Pavillion Mausoleum and Interment, Cathedral Boulevard, Freeport, Grand Bahama.
Eulys was predeceased by his mother, Gertrude Munnings; father, Leaser Strachan; step mother, Ruth Strachan; sisters, Cameta Munnings and Marguretta Johnson; brothers, A.J. Knowles; sons, Robert Strachan and Ralph Musgrove.
Precious memories will linger in the hearts of his loving wife: Meriam Strachan; sons: Charles (Lorriane) and Christopher (Dellereese) Strachan; daughter: Euletha Strachan; adopted sons: Kent (Christine) Parker, David (Isadora) Rahming, Donald Delahomme and Eric Wood; adopted daughters: Yvette Sealy-McSweeney, Patricia Lightbourne and Raffie Smith; daughters-in-law: Stephanie Strachan and Kenia Musgrove; grandchildren: Phillippa, Roberta, Meriam, Ivana, Ashley, Charlene, Indira and Rebecca Strachan, Shawneka Brown, Patty (Elcott) Smith, and Brittany Strachan, Charles Christopa and Devaughn Rahming, Justin Strachan, Ryan and Rayvan Muncur and Hellisha Rahming; 12 great grandchildren; brothers: Everete and Neville Knowles; sisters: Leona Talbot, Terry Strachan and Evelyn Ferguson; nephews: Derek and Dwayne Johnson, Junior Ferguson, Wesley, Aaron (Jazmine) Terrell, Richard, Dick Munnings, Willard Rahming, Basil and Dennis Collie, Anthon Connolly, Kevin Smith, Lincoln, Kenneth, Dereck, Prince Ferguson, Ryan Knowles and Alfredo Bridgewater; nieces: Loleta, Karen, Patrice Munnings, Vinle, Alisha Terrel, Lendeth, Harlene Knowles, Rochelle Bridgewater, Cine Smith, Stacy Rolle, Tanya Talbot, Nikaya Mcphee, Iverine Lewis, Florina Turner, Reta Knowles, Michelle, Barbara, Pricilla Ferguson, Diana Smith, Feren Deleveaux, Apostle Janet Archer, Trudy Ferguson, Pettula Brown, Perrise Simon, and Shandesha McKenzie; godchild: Inga Deveaux; special friends: Lady Magureitte Pindling, Prime Minister Of The Bahamas The
Hon. Phillip Davis, The Hon. Perry Christie, Mr. and Mrs. Kendal Nottage and family, The Hon. Ginger Moxey, Charles Williams and Dashwell Williams and Maggie McDonald; and a host of other Relatives and Friends including: Millicent Rolle, Becky Solomon, Dorothy Davis, Michelle Reckley, Fairleen Missick, management and staff at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Rev. Dr. Keith and Deltalee Russell, Rev. Adrian and Stacey Bethel, Officers and Members at First Baptist Church, management and staff at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited Grand Bahama, Grand Bahama Taxi Union, The Harmony Lodge #25, Pineridge PLP Branch and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention; special thanks to: the Doctors, Nurses and Supporting staff at the Rand Memorial Hospital.
Mr. Strachan’s Remains will lie in State at the PLP Headquarters, East Sunrise Highway and Anita Doherty Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama on “(TODAY) Thursday, July 9th, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday.
Memorial Service For Mr.
Randolph Dennis Sands Sr., 69 affectionately called
of #8 Yorkshire Drive, South Bahamia, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026, 7:00 p.m. at Jubilee Cathedral, Cathedral Boulevard, Freeport, Grand Bahama.
Public viewing will be in the “Serenity Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Funeral Service For
Phazon Eli “Tommy” Rolle, 34
of Cooper’s Town, Abaco, Bahamas will be held on Saturday July 11th 2026 at 11:00 am at Faith Walk Church of God, Cooper’s Town, Abaco. Officiating will be Pastor Herbert Edgecombe assisted by Rev. Alvino Saunders & Rev. Roscoe Rolle. Interment will be held in Southside Public Cemetery Cooper’s Town, Abaco.
Left to cherish his loving memories are his Son: Keshawn Lewis; siblings: Neja (Charles) Poitier, Remeko & Zaria Rolle, Samuel, Ricardo (Myrtis), Jason (Sophia), Deon, Vanria, Samantha Moss, Juliann(Herve) Morency, Patronella (Ricky) Bain, Charmaine Cartwright, Shanelle Moss, Vanessa (Glen) Johnson; nieces & nephews: Kennisha Rolle, Ashaad Saunders, Zayvion Pritchard, Jamal (Anya) Moss, Demarles (Veronica) Brown, Dorell (Kenya) Lunn, Ricardo Moss Jr, Rodrick (Kavanya) Rahming, Micheal Glinton Jr., Vanton Moss, Eddrick Delancy, Makeil Bain, Curtis Cartwright Jr., Jason Moss Jr., Martin Jr., Damajio, Joshua Charlton, Carvel McIntosh, Oral Rolle, Deon Jr, Vernon and Verron Moss, Pavia (Charles) Rolle, Shamara (Johnny) Pluvoise, Monalisa Pinder, Michaella and Jewel Glinton, Jasonique and Jada Moss, Fenishka (Mark), Cleomi McPhee, Skylar Moss, Sari and Samia Rolle, Marianna Johnson, Onea and Shania Chatelain, Annastacia and Vernisha Moss, & Verniquah (Keeno) Mackey; grandnieces& grandnephews: Stephenique, Evanya, Jazmine, Zarie, Naja, Shirley, Damonica, Veronique, Cheranique, Keithranique Miller, Damiyah Munnings, Cori Greenslade, Keeno Mackey, Dayelle Munnings, Cairo Kelly, Lyndeisha, Raniya, Essence, Johnesha, Brielle, J’anna, Makayla,Malaya, China, Paris, Rakayla, Jenson, Charlie, Dean, Demarles Jr., Jamal, Jamar, Shiloh, Joshua, Malachi & Mark Jr.; great-grand nieces and nephews: Brysen, Madison and Brielle; aunts & uncles: Donald, Oscar (Vernita), Patrick (Keisha), D’Andra Rolle, Judyann (Dan) Riley, Rev. Oscar (Vernincha), Franklyn (Esther), Leon and Cedric Moss, Patricia Gibson and Rosetta Haven; cousins: Varnette Staurt, Laquaina(Durrell)McIntosh, Lashontae & Tashar Rolle, Sthephon, Stephano, Oneil, Marvinique Pritchard,
Verniqua, Vernon &Verron Johnson, Georgina & Ciarra Cooper, Tylesha (Andaleno) Cornish, Rashae Stuart, Lakiyah Rolle, Brandon Pritchard, Khylee St, Louis, Mayson, Alesha, and Lena Cornish, Abagail Mcintosh, Janiyah Cartwright; grand aunts & uncles; Lillian, Pearl, Costella, Brendalee & Charles Lewis, Shirley (Neville) Kemp, Rev. Isolene, George (Vernita) Rolle, Joseph Wright, Lillis Woods and a host of other Relatives & Friends including: Sherriane (Artemus) Gilbert, Charlene Blatch, Elladice (Joel) Murray, Sophia, Todd (Selisha) Thompson, Shanell (Trevo) Edgecombe, Shakita Lewis, Javal Curry, Donald, Sivalene & Shanell Symonette, Alexis Flores, Savatheda(Paston) Coke Sr, Ebony Bodie, Latara(Raynard) Laing, Charlene & Darell Lewis, Udean (Maxwell) Rolle, Mosel, Gary, Ashley, Norma & Yolanda Smith, Melonie Pedican, Roeselyn Cooper, Olga(Joseph) Pritchard, Bernice, Delcine, Cecil(Jennifer), Edward Jr(Cleo) Rolle, Nancy(Wilton) Saunders, Patrice (Flawood ) Cooper, Wendell (Lapaige), Anna, Ronell, Kid, Rev. Roscoe(Yvonne), Lavern, Reveda, Brendalee, Anita, Rose, Wendy, Lakeira, Utha Rolle, La Verna (Arnold) McIntosh, Eddie, Ulamae, Sandra, Lloyd (Carla) Kemp, Gwendolyn (Peter) Duncombe, Manuletta (Drexel) Bootle, Yvette (Joseph) Cooper, Vertil (Wellington) Pinder, Shawn & Clyde, Elder Wright, Sherrie (Michael) Humes, Carolyn (Douglas) Smith, Lester McDonald, Rudy, Lenward, Florina, Clyde (Charmaine), Eddison (Arlean) Cornish, Jennalee Bootle & Elaine Balliou, Minnie Johnson, Hon. Kirk D. Cornish (Minister of State), Class Of 2011, Keshna Lewis, Ken Gardiner, Michael (Ron) Balliou, Paul (P. J) Cox Sr, Mark & Angela Lewis, Jerome McDonald, Jaquille Edgecombe, Deion Sands, Taja McIntosh, Rico & Geno Simmons, Casteio McDonald, Marvin Pritchard, Angelo Russell, Dominic Pratt, Cliffena Smith and other host and relatives too numerous to mention. The Rolle Family, Lewis Family, Bootle Family, Cooper Family, Russell Family, Sawyer Family, Edgecombe Family, Cornish Family, Bullard Family, Murray Family, Gardiner Family, Nairn Family, Mills Family, Poitier Family, Pritchard Family, Lowe Family, Sands Family, Duncombe Family, Pinder Family, McDonald Family, Smith Family, McIntosh Family, Cooper’s Town, Fire Road, Black Wood & The Entire Community Of Abaco. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE,
Viewing will be held at Faith Walk Church of God, Cooper’s Town, Abaco on Friday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:30 am until service time.
Funeral Services for Laura Agnes Adderley-Gibson, 95
of Australia Avenue, Elizabeth Estates and formerly of Johnson Alley, Wulff Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, Robinson & Claridge Roads, on Thursday, July 9th, 2026 (TODAY) at 11:00 a.m. Father Jay Cartwright will officiate. Interment will follow in the Catholic Cemetery, Tyler Street.
She is predeceased by, her husband: Harold Gibson; son: Andrew Gibson; parents: Lawrence and Catherine Adderley; brothers: Leviticus and Johnathan Adderley; and Sisters: Louise Sears, Elizabeth and Veronica Adderley.
She is survived by, her children: Pearline Gibson, Cecelia, Donna and Alphonso (Sabrina) Brown; sister: Mary Adderley; grand children: Kaynell (Glen) Ritchie, Leashawn McPhee, Samantha (Maurice) Tennessee, Tamaro and Shandera Brown, Shandesia and Allando Johnson, Frankera Stuart, Chantel, Leslie and Keith Gibson, Thera Forbes, Krystal, Alphanique, and Alphonso Brown Jr. and Tradina Wallace; sister-in-law: Floridell Adderley; nieces: Claire (Roger) Sands, Daria, Monique, Anastasia, Tamika, Alexis (Warren) Cartwright, Yonterlay, Sherrese and Shanrese Adderley, Alana Pier, Shandika Mortimer; nephews: Craig (Rosebud) Adderley, Jermaine Sears, Erin (Donna) Adderley, Johnathon (Maria) Adderley, Damian (Lakiesha) Adderley, Tavarro (Doralyn) Ferguson, Jayson, Vincent and Algernon Adderley; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. Special mentions: The Brown Family, Constance Hutchinson (Chantell Dugars), Constance Robertson, Lyndamae, The Johnson Alley (The Corpit) families and friends, the doctors and nurses at the Anne’s Town Community Clinic, her caretaker: Cia Jane (Ms. Sylvia), Rosie Wilson, members of Holy Family Catholic Church and the entire Elizabeth Estates Community.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the Church TODAY, from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Nigel Mitchell Wells, 97
of Gray’s, Long Island, Bahamas ,will be held at Cartwright’s Gospel Chapel, Cartwright’s, Long Island, on Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. Elders Jeffrey Knowles and Doddridge Hunt will officiate. Interment will follow in Gray’s Public Cemetery, Gray’s, Long Island.
he is survived by, his wife: Catherine (Kitty) Wells; daughters: Sally Wells Hutcheson (Leonard) and Debra Wells Cartwright (Locksley) (both deceased); sons: Jack Wells (Pat) and Keith Wells; siblings: Iris Knowles (Deceased), Alma Moree (deceased), Norris Wells, Robert Wells Jr., Everette Wells (deceased), Eric Wells (deceased), Maxwell Wells (Marilyn) and George Wells (Regina); numerous grandchildren including: Nakia, Leonard “Lenny” and Marcus Hutcheson (Deandra) Crystal Love (Duncan), Matthew Wells (Syann), Mannie Wells (Glendisha), Nikita Fox (Desmond), Perseus (Jasseny), Keitra Wells (Angel), Megan Cartwright Whyms (Donovan) and Tyrell Cartwright; numerous great-grand children including: Arianna, Amari, Cruze, Mariah, Zahkiya, Leonard, Yasmine, Giselle, Chrysti, Hannah, Matthieu, Austin, Andreus, Alexandria, Ava, Jayden, Calvin, Carter, Isabella, Elena, Lysenia, Camina; numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.
The family would also like to express their heartfelt gratitude to retired nurse Joyce Brice for her compassion care, unwavering support, and kindness shown to our father during his recent illness.
There will be NO PUBLIC VIEWING.
Funeral Service For
Mr. Cedric Alexander Burrows, 75 affectionately known as “Coach”, “Lefty”, or “Lover”
a resident of Cowpen Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of 8th Street, Coconut Grove, New Providence will be held at Church of Christ, 8th Street, Coconut Grove, New Providence on Saturday, 11th July, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor D. W. Dorsett and he will be assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Cremation will follow.
Cedric is survived by his two daughters, Melinda Burrows Taylor (Tamiko Taylor) and Melissa Burrows; one stepson: Cecil Bain (Natasha Bain); grandsons: Taranta Burrows, Jermaine Williamson, Tamiko Taylor Jr., Taimar Taylor, Cecil Bain Jr., Darius Humes; granddaughters: Reign Taylor, Kamesha Humes, Romesha Emanuel; great grandchildren: Triniti Burrows, Jermaine Williamson Jr., Tyler Bain, Jamiyah, Tamarion, Tamara Humes; grand aunt: Minerva Rolle; mother-inlaw: Leitha Tynes; sisters-in-law: Evelyn Gibson, Juliette Edgecombe, Lydia Deveaux; brothers-in-law: Dario, Mario Pinder; adopted sister: Marjorie Lafleur; adopted nieces: Madeen, Tonya Lafleur; adopted son: Denero Cummings; nieces & nephews: Melekah, Jamiro (Phillips), Jawara (Randell) & Kendal Pierre (Erica), Tamissa Finlayson (Oscar), Tiffany Andrews (Tralavae), Shervin & Nathalie Tynes, Jeffery (Taniel) & Gema Darling, Noel, Raymond & Justin Pinder, Timiesha Knowles, Cartier Edgecombe, Leotha, Jamecko, Petra & Casha Clarke, Gerald & Geraldo Bain, Nathalie Tynes, Lakenva Gibson, Basil, Crystal, Shanaya, Dianthus, Zoey & Richa Deveaux, Shandrao & Darneka Pinder; grand nieces & nephews: Oneisha & Dekius Finlayson, Donavon Munnings, Aaliyah Ferguson. Antonay, Anyonaij Johnson; cousins far too numerous to mention and other relatives and friends: Drexwell Rolle and family, Monique Humes and family, Edward ( Jacqueline) & Family, Sidney (Sharon) & Family, Margaret Isaacs & Family and Vaughn Deveaux.
Please forgive us if we inadvertently excluded your name. We thank everyone for your prayers and support during this time of our bereavement.
Relatives and friends may their last respects at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday, July 9th, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service For
(The Bluff, North Eleuthera)
Mr. Douglas Rudolph Neely, 62
a resident of Tuff Close and formerly of The Bluff, Eleuthera, Bahamas will be held at New Vision Church of God, The Bluff, North Eleuthera on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. April Miller assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Internment will follow in the Bluff Public Cemetery, The Bluff, North Eleuthera.
He was predeceased by his parents: Christopher Neely Sr. & Evelyn Neely; son: Douglas Neely Jr.; sisters: Lucille Munnings and Doris Wilson; brothers: Nelson, Christopher & Edward Neely.
He is survived by his wife: Sarah Neely; children: Steven Neely, Shaniqua Hanna, Aldora Neely, Jeremy Johnson & Precious, Deandra Neely; grandchildren: Steven Neely Jr., Ravyn Collie, Valentino Heastie, Elisha Knowles, Sarah Neely, Makayla Neely, Ethan Neely, Rochelle Brennen, Miracle Johnson; great grandchild: Sarai Saunders; father-in-law: Marc Francis; sisters: Molly Davis, Marsha Fernander & Willimae Neely; brothers: Solomon Neely, Alfred Neely & Mario Neely; nieces: Alfreda Neely, Apackesia Neely, Vernessah Munnings, Alicia Gibson, Felicia Gibson Louis, Shoshana Davis, Saphire Davis, Belinda Wilson, Marquita Whymms, Xena Wilson,Tonekah Neely, Sophia Johnson, Nadia Neely, Chrisonia Neely, Lashorn Neely, Shanda Neely, Portia Neely, Sasha Neely, Selina, Shalonda, (Neely), Sha-Londa Gary, Jaliyah Gary, Jazia Gary; nephews: Valentine Munnings, Christopher Neely Sr., Chad Neely, Kendrick Neely, Shawn Neely, Oscar, Darren, Jason Wilson, Avard Moncur, Oparacio Neely, Stevano Davis,Toneko Neely, Keiryn Blatch, Christoff and Cristofferson Neely, Alexander, Acaino, Pharoah,
Acacia, Imani, Desmond James Gary, & James Gary Jr.; uncle: Lymon Neely; brother-in-law: Weldon Davis, Donald Fernander, Caleb Wilson; sister-in-law: Utta Neely, Marilyn Neely, Desi Neely; numerous grand nieces and nephews, cousins and other family members: Gwendolyn Smith & Family, Lymon Neely and Family, Elaine McDonald & Family, Cecelia Barry-Imlach & Family and the the community of The Bluff Eleuthera, the staff of Princess Margaret Hospital.
Please forgive us if we inadvertently excluded your name. We thank everyone for your prayers and support during this time of our bereavement.
Relatives and friends may their last respects at New Vision Church of God, The Bluff, North Eleuthera, The Bahamas on Friday, July 10th, 2026 from 12:00 noon - 5:00 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 from 9:00 a.m until service time.
Death Notice For Mr. James Edwards, 59
a resident of #14 Allen Drive, Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas, who passed away at his residence on Tuesday, 7th July, 2026.
He is survived by his wife: Delerene Edwards; children: Olivia & Leslie Edwards; grandchildren brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, in-laws, along with numerous relatives and friends including: Mr. Edward’s coworkers at the Ministry of Works.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Mr. Wellington Christopher Rahming, 33
affectionately called “Judgy” or “TV”
a resident of Dunmore Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Bethel Baptist Church, Meeting Street, New Providence on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. A Dewitt Hutchinson assisted by other Ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Provicence.
He is survived by his loving father: Wellington Rahming Jr.; mother: Joanne Rahming; sisters: Sheniqua (Howard) Johnson and Alair Stubbs; brother: Jonah Rahming; grandmother: Matriarch Carmetta Rahming; nephew: Khristian Johnson; beloved partner: Jataisha Prosper; adopted daughter: Jaylah Prosper; uncles: Dereck Rahming, McBride Rahming Sr., Tony Nichols, Selinko Sands, Mark Nabbie and Levi Adderley; aunts: Mishline Nabbie, Christine Sands, Ella (aka Nurse Ella) Pratt; Janet Rahming, Carol Rahming and Cindy Wallace; granduncles: Gerard Burrows, James Johnson and Clagon Hanna; cousins: Candice (Nelson) Francis, Chantell Colebrooke, Vasanique (Emmit) Dickson, Phylicia, McQuell, Felicity and McKiesha Nabbie, Nickeda Sands, Pameka and Takera Rahming, Christina, Kiann, Cornisha Wallace and Anthonae Nichols, Maranique Riley, DéAshley Pratt, McBride Rahming and Raphael and Dyland Morris; The Adderley family, Johnson Family, Collymore family, Miller family, Wright family, Saunders family, Kelly family, Smith family, Woodside family, Heath family and Burrows family, Kiara and Aleisha Strachan, Camille & Clinton Brown, Caneisha and Carmelo Farrington, Kaydin Thompson, Legend Francis, Sebastian Bruno Jr., D’mari & Sa’riyah Black, Rodesha Dorvil and other cousins too numerous to mention; godparents: Ian Webb, Tyrone Sears, Wellington Coakley, Arlene Wilkinson and Melvern Moss; godchildren: Rodreka Dorviland McKayla Darent; other relatives, family and friends including: Kendal “Boss Man” Lightbourn and the Crew of Lightbourn and Son’s Liquor Store (Rabbit Bar); Lakeisha Lewis and Larrishka Gardiner, Junior and Mary Goodman & Family, Jamie Smith and family, Greenslade and family, Viola Miller and family, The Blacks family, The Emmanual Family, Billy Carter, Wermy Blanc, Leonard Miller, Javis Jacques and Evan Bain, Shanton Munroe, Carez Zonicle and family,
Williams Family, Cooper family, Chanton Munroe, Shoudly Clarice and family, The Bain Town Boys Tyrone Francis and Family, Andy Moore and Family, Alex Newton and Family, Val Butler and family, Opal and family, Mara and family, Stacy and family, Henson and Judy Prosper and Family, Devon Francis (Show), Clinton Brown, Sario Black, Jessica Williams, Rashad Thompson, Angela Pride & Family, Pamela Rahming and Family, Greg Rahming and family, Elva Lightbourn and family, Cheryl and Doreen Douglas and family, Monica Brown and family, The Game Night Crew, Minister Timeco and Colleen Brice and family, Mt. Theos Family, Tre Smith, Robyn Forbes, Authur Johnson, Amal Charles, Delano Monroe, Rodner Dorvil, Okoyie Delancy, Chivargo Dorvil, Bethel Baptist Church Family, Bahamas Harvest Church family Staff of Solomon’s Fresh Market Harbour Bay; Mr. Nelson Moss, Jack Rouchon, Sysco Bahamas (Cash N Carry Crew), C.R. Walker Class of ’09, The Nassau Guardian Advertising Department (Alneka, Caira, Tina, Sean and Gilbert), The Nurses and Doctors of Princess Margaret Hospital, Male Medical 1. Please accept our most humble apologies if we have inadvertently omitted anyone.
Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For Mr. Neil Rashad Sturrup, 36
a resident of Fort Fincastle, New Providence, Bahamas who passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, July 6th, 2026.
He is survived by his mother: Miriam Edgecombe; brothers: Doyle Burrows, Laneco Sturrup , Lincoln and Lernix Russell; sisters: Avril Moss Sturrup, Sherniqua and Nikita Sturrup, Melissa, Torea and Samantha Butler; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts uncles and cousins along with a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.
Funeral service for Mr. Neil Sturrup will be held at Holy Spirit Anglican Church, #18 Howard Street, Chippingham, New Providence, on Thursday, July 16th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the Western Cemetery, Nassau Street, New Providence.
Funeral Service For
Thelma Prescola Taylor Knowles, 60
of Sanderland’s Village Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at St Paul’s Baptist Church, Bernard Road and Fox Hill, New Providence on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Officiating will be Reverend George Bodie and Bishop J. Carl Rahming. Private burial.
She was predeceased by her husband: Graham Knowles Sr. son:Graham Knowles Jr.; father: Willis Taylor Sr.; brother: Joe Taylor; mother and father-in-law: Reginald Sr. & Merlene Knowles.
She is survived by her sons: Alfred Antonio Smith aka “Ringo” & Travis Knowles;daughter-in-law: Safron Smith; mother: Mary Taylor; grandchildren: Tamera, Shiloh & Kahira SmithStep children: Grameko Rolle, Dwayne Davis; sisters: Martha Moree (Dudley), Celestine Taylor, Esthermae Taylor (Laverne Rolle), Cynthia Taylor, Brenda Bain, Deborah Hassan, Mary-ann Wilson (Marvin), Lilly Taylor; adopted siblings: Alforn “Best Neighbor” & Tanya McKenzieBrothers: Henry Taylor, Willis Taylor Jr. Aunts & uncles: Aljournal & Geneva Miller, Allan & Beverley Miller, Margaret & Mertland Turnquest & Audrey Williams; sister & brothers-in-law: Reginald Jr. & Annafaye Knowles, Hank & Linda Knowles, Arnold & Shirlene Knowles, Edison, Alton & Una Knowles, Paul & Mavis Knowles, Carmen & Darnell Knowles, Gregory & Patsy Knowles, Elizabeth Rhodriquez, Villimae & Walton Cooper, Eureka & Gary Sands, Shereta Johnson, Sheila Johnson, Felease Knowles, Jennifer Knowles, Greta Knowles, Jennifer Knowles, Derek Ferguson, Eddie & Rose Bethell; nieces & nephews: Deniece Williams, Natasha & Michael Moree, Deon, Christopher, Altello, Celeste, Monique, Alex Taylor (Aaronique), Alexis Austin (Jahamal), Melody Beneby (Eric), Bianca Seymour (Occonnell), Deron Morley, Krystal Forbes (L’Shabazz), Jason Rolle (Tatiana), Kyle Rolle, Shakera Strachan, Breon Cox (Renacia), Dereka Bain (Cordero), Brittani Ferguson-Munroe (Bernard), Nadia Sherman, Tariq & Nala Hassan, Marvin Jr, Phoenix, Tre’ &
Joshua-Lee Wilson, Wentworth Jr. & Fantashia Johnson, Nerissa Taylor, Laurencia Bullard, Alforn Jr. (Mary), Alfornique & Azariah McKenzie, Anton & Ricky Rhodriquez, Lauraine, Commissioner of Police Shanta Knowles, Wayne (Shauna), Reginald, Dwayne (Delissa), Stacy (Eddie), Tia, Gustavas, Crystal, Robin, Regina and Reginald, Jerome, Lakota, Hank Jr. & Ashia Knowles, Raquel, Dionne (Mario) Leary, Lamont (Christelean), Gerard (Simona), Farrell, Kimmiron & Krystel Knowles, Vania (Hamilton), Gilliard, Teneille (Elsworth) Weir, Tamika & Tangela Cooper, Dr. Italia Sands, Clapton, Gerry (Rashann) Sands, Petram, Petron & Paris, Altina, Alton Jr. Alex, Carmando, Lorenzo & Carmelo Knowles, Deangelo & Carmona Smith, Paulterra & Shakia Johnson, Weshante’ Moss, Raymando, Raynaldo, Jarvis, Alfonso & Raygina Knowles, Danielle Maynard, Shuvagia(Brian) Carey, Shielancia (Hillory) McKinney; grandnieces & nephews: Deviney Williams, Jonathan Jr., Brandon, Kavasio & Kayjun Williams, Michael Jr. & Joshua Moree, Terell Taylor, Aquila Butler, Christon, Edrinique, Christonia & Christian Taylor, Elvistina Brown, Star’Asia, Brooklyn & Elvis Jr. Green, Javash & Reign Austin, Altello Jr., Alexio, Malachi, Ariyah, Shemayah, Jah’niyah & Asiyah Taylor, Humberto Black, La’zharia and Symphony Beneby, Deron Morley Jr., Zion & Levi Seymour, Nina Rolle, L’Shabazz Jr., Lana and Leigha Forbes, Lakeem Grant, Sanova Cox, Zavier IngrahamBain, Caleb Bain & Cai Bain, Brenee & Brenaj Munroe, Benjamin Cates-Sherman, Elizabeth Roberson, Omari & Kayson Johnson, Jayce and Nessiah Mcphee, Jasonique, Dylan; great grandnieces & nephew: Hope Brown & others too numerous to mention; godchildren: Paulterra Johnson, Carmelo Knowles; cousins: Marsa Miller, Corrine Miller, Vernita Miller, Patrice Rahming, Franchesca Williams, Mizpah Williams, Comal Williams, Neveah Fernander, Devin Williams, Nakeito Williams, Superintendent of Police Elvis Miller, Delwynn Miller, Kevin Miller, Marvin Miller, Shakera Miller, Bernadette Turnquest, Bernice Turnquest, Rochelle, Camille, Denver, Donnamae, Kittyann, Deadra, Schavorne, Angela Sawyer & Family, Shirley Greene & Family, Gregory Taylor, Valarie Taylor, Veronica Taylor & Family, Steven & Tyrone Taylor, Ambrose & Oswald Taylor, Roy Rolle, Kim Colebrooke, Sherry Horan, Melanie Thompson, Betty Lumsden; other relatives & special friends: Alfred Smith, Sylvia Smith, Rosemary Smith, Candice Nixon & Family, Mavis Hutchinson & Family, Carson “Yellow” Culmer, Ray & Lucille Strachan, Garret Strachan, Ray Strachan Jr., Maggie Pierre & Family, Charles Zonicle V & Family, James Webb & Family, Chivon Newbold & Family, Wesley Smith & Family, Jean Leslie, Salvatore Smith, Marilyn Jones, Simone Cartwright, Ruthann Farrington, Gia Scantlebury, The Cabbage Beach Braiders Association, Wentworth Johnson Sr., Rev J. Carl Rahming & Family, The Clarke Family, Mersou & 509 Braiding Salon; and a host of other relatives & friends too numerous to mention
Relatives and Friends may be the last respects at Newbold Brothers Chapel, Palmetto Avenue and Acklins Street, New Providence on Friday, July 10th, from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. at the church on Saturday, July 11t, 2026 from 12:00 noon until service time.
Funeral Service For
Mortie D. Russell, 61
of Palmetto Avenue and Acklin Street, Coconut Grove, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at Church of God Temple, Coconut Grove, New Providence. Officiating will be Prophetess Dr. Shameka Morley assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Western Cemetery, Nassau Street, New Providence.
Left to cherish his memories are his one daughter: Raquisha Hall; three sons: O’mar Russell, Johnathan Saunders and David Saunders; one granddaughter: Omesha Russell; sisters: Diane Tucker, Sharon Forbes, Darlene Butler, Rochelle Black, Lisa Whyms, Carolyn Ambrose, Jennifer Lockhart, Arlene Pierre, Nicola Forbes; brothers: Michael Neymour, Lowell Russell, Frederick Tucker, Livingstone Jr., Godfrey, Bradley and Keith Forbes; sisters-in-law: Judy Neymour and Ulamae Tucker; numerous nieces and nephews: Rochelle (Romiel) Strachan, Desiree Rolle, Lisa andAnastasia Solomon, Shorn Carey, Felecia and Darrell Dillett, Justina Arthur, Raquel, Nadia, Meagan Russell, Ricardo Russell Jr., Shevron, Reds, Fenny, Santa Tucker, Michael Jr., Marano, Margel and Mandel Neymour, Raqeal Tucker the Descendants of Livingstone Forbes; grandnieces and nephews: Rico Stubbs, Reno, Ashton and Jaden Solomon, Romiel Strachan Jr., Kendrick Seymour, Shawnique and Dashawn Carey, Christopher Pratt, Onnie Jr. & Onika Rolle, Indiria Williams, Tyranique Sears, Zaria, Zanae And Paul Arthur Jr.; other relatives and friends including: Winifred Saunders & Family, Mary Rolle & Family, Erick Hunter, the Wright Family, the Russell Family of Andros, Dencil Russell, Kirkwood Richardson, Bullea Family, the Miller Family, Smith Family, Tiny Butler & Family, Sharen, Monaca Dillett, Rissea, Ingy, Leon, kelly, Nelly Rolle, Ida Brown, Renaldo Albury, Prophetess Shameka Morely & Anointed to Reign Kingdom Ministries SuperClub Breezers (F&B department) Grand Hyatt, 3rd Shift and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention
Relatives and friends may be the last respects at Newbold Brothers Chapel, Palmetto Avenue and Acklins Street, New Providence on Friday July 10th from 12:00 noon until 4:00 p.m. at the church on Saturday July 11th from 10am until service time
Death Notice For
Beryl Florinda Moss, 85
of Shirley and Essex Streets, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Tapum Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas died at her daughter’s residence on Monday, 6th July, 2026.
She is survived by her children: Esthermae Allen, Sherry Ann Sands, Glenell and Samuel McCloud
Steven Sands, Delona and Juan Gardiner and Shantel Raymonvil; sisters: Marilyn and Martin Munroe; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices For Matriarch
Mrs. Marjorie Louise Thompson, 94 affectionately called “Grams”
a resident of Blue Bell Avenue, Garden Hills #1, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Wemyss Bight, Eleuthera, Bahamas died at Doctors Hospital on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026.
She is survived by her 3 children: Alphonso Dupuch, Rodwell Thompson and Elizabeth Thompson Ferguson; numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and will be announced at a later date.
Cynthia Bowe, 67
a resident of Delaporte, New Providence and formerly of Ridgeland Park West, New Providence, Bahamas who passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, July 1st, 2026.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and will be announced at a later date.
Arthur Robert Newman, 65
of Rock Crusher, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, June 30th, 2026.
He was predeceased by his parents.
Left to cherish the memories of this giant of a man are his wife: Marjorie McKenzieNewman; special friend: Raquel Armbrister; son: Arthur Newman Jr.; sisters: Rosemary Dorival, Patrice Johnson, Nakola Stubbs, Monique Newman-Tinker, Cynthia Newton, Lisa Newman-Bethel, Barbara Burrows and Thelma Newman; brothers: Anthony, Charles, Basil, and Walter Newman; numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Services For Marva Bain, 49 affectionately called “Big Marva”
a resident of Dean Street off Nassau Street, New Providence, Bahamas who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 at New Fellowship International Ministries, Hospital Lane, New Providence. Bishop Anthony Nairn and Overseer Sharon Nairn assisted by other Ministers of the gospel will officiate. Interment will follow in the Old Trail Cemetery, Old Trail Road, New Providence.
She was predeceased by her son: Dino Bain.
Left to cherish her memories are her father: Kenneth (Althea) Bain; sons: Emmaine Bain and Jerald Bain; daughter: Lakeisha Bain; special friend: Boyle Cooper; sisters: Emily Mitchell and Janet Frazier; three brothers: Christopher, Clarence and Curtis Mitchell; grandchildren: Jenfavia And Jernee Bain, Caleb Rolle, Emmanuel Jr,. and Emmanie Bain; daughter-in-law: Marquise Bain; one aunt: Augusta (Edward) Cash; one uncle: Leroy Minnis; two nephews: Ricardo Fraixer Jr. and Cassis Deveaux; best friend: Natasha St-Louise; cousins: Franklin, Vanessa (Jamal) Rolle, Codonie, Carmille, Jacklyn, Coraine, Alfred, John, Victoria Dean; other relatives and friends including: Chanti and Steva McKenzie. Wilfred Floyd and Warick Cooper, Rev. Alfred Cooper, Barbara, L Averne and Louise Cooper, Keven Cooper, The Hanna Family, Love Hil Community Andros, Dean Street Family, Jeffery Clarke, Ricardo Frazier, Gina, Andra, Nadia, Esteve, Catherine Francis, Danny, Darren, Haywood, Bishop Anthony and Overseer Sharon Nairn, Apostle Dean, Apostle Monique Hanna, The New Unity Fellowship Family, Dumping Ground Corner Community, Sandra Darling, Pastor A Hinsey, Vanessa, Maycock, Antionio Cooper, Valentino and Jessica Maycock, Theodore and Holly Maycock, Mathew Sweeting and Family, Shyann Reckley, Joy Armbrister and Family, Female Medicial 1 And The Staff Of P.M.H. Keshia, Daphey, Paultisha, Antinque, Faylesha, Sandra Darling, Kemmy and Antinque McKinney, Mama Lucie and Family, Kimberly Cooper, Otia and Richard Cooper, Latrice, Kenny, Mokie, Jason Stubbs.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on (TODAY) Thursday from 11:00-6:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Christan Iona Lawson, 30 affectionately called “Chrissy”
a resident of Baillou Hill Heights, New Providence and Ridgeland Park, New Providence, Bahamas died on Sunday, May 24th, 2026 at the Princess Margaret Hospital, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, 14th July, 2026 at The Church of Jesus Christ Of The Apostles, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence. Apostle Gwendolyn Greenslade assisted by Arch Bishop Derrick Knowles and Pastor Luther Rolle will officiate.Interment will follow in the Old Trail Cemetery, Old Trail Road, New Providence.
Christan was predeceased by her grandmother: Iona Ivy Sampson; grandfather: Vincent Lawson.
Left to cherish her precious memories are her children: Akiah & Xionnae Green; husband: Anthon Green; mother: Elaine Bryan; father: Lynval Lawson; grand mother: Zereita Lawson; siblings: Gaynel Johnson, Lynval Lawson; sister-in-law: Melony Lawson; brother-in-law: Edmond Johnson; aunts and uncles: Carma Sampson Jones (Tony), Dorette Sampson Pearson ( Noel), Alma Sampson Fletcher (Justin), Joanne Sampson, Sharon Mccalla (Howard), Maureen Bryan, Carlton Bryan, Lilleth Sampson, Franklin Sampson, Trevor Sampson (Dell), Lucille Lawson-Lee, Karen Thomas (Godfrey), Ainsworth Lawson (Dawn), Andrew Lawson (Carol), Cheryl Lawson-Johnson (Ricardo), Oniel Bryan, Gary Bryan, Sashay Bryan, Tanya Bryan; cousins: Wyneisha Pearson, kemoy Pearson, Joshua Jones, Osain Taylor, Tiffany Taylor, Simone Meggie, Andrew Cope, Robert Buchanan, Kevin Buchanan and Natalie Foreman, Ainsworth Lawson Jr., Anthony Lawson, Yachel Rose, Jordaine Lawson, Patricia Haughton, Lorna, Ann, Grace, Cleavette, Courton, Ann-Marie, Nicole, Minott, Pauline, Kevro & Kalecia, Joshua, Sherene, Simone, Eddine, Rayon, Venice, Barbara, Shanique, Dave & many many more; other relatives and friends including: Orville Morrison, The Attenborough family, The Johnson family, Sacian Smith, Desiree Clarke, R.M Bailey class of 2015, Jamaal, Cora Bain, Karen Robinson, Nadia Smith & family, Dominic, The Wallace family, The Smith Family, The church of Jesus Christ, Woods Plumbing Service.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on Monday from 11:00-6:00 p.m. and at the Church on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.