Friday, July 11, 2025
Funeral Services For
Aniel Noel, 66
a resident of Fox Hill Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly from cotes -de- fer, Haiti. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 12th, 2025, 2:00pm at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Lazaretto Road off Carmichael Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Bishop Dr. Laurent H. Papouloute Senior Pastor assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Fox Hill Cemetery, New Providence.
Left to cherish his precious memories are his son: Wilberene Noel; daughter: Katshine Noel; grandchildren: Wilberson Noel, Aniello Noel, Malie Moniqua Noel; daughter-inlaw: Marie Rossena Nelo; sister-in-law: Adrenie Joseph Petit Frere, Monique Noel; brothers: Onel Noel, Jean Robert Noel, Raphael Noel, Joame Noel; sisters: Florida Noel and Elvita Noel; sistersin-law: Monique Doll Noel; nephews: Exanor Noel, Moissel Noel, Daniel, Lony Noel, Killicik Noel, Abanet Noel, Derrick, Marc John Noel, Brunel, James, Jameson, Calmes and Jeanet Ocsinal; nieces: Helene Jean, Onika, Moe-Nellie, Danisha, Bocheline, Phenia, Brunia, Marthe, Judith; cousins: Eldesin Pichou, Eligene, Sadieulet, Colbert, Juins, Jean Willy, Joseph, Lexico; Rosenie Noel, Abaner Noel, Amisiene Noel, Restha Northi, Brinia Northi, Djame Northi Marthe Northi, Fresline Decimuse, Berlaneda Noel, Leseodie Noel, Sassy Noel Micheline Noel, Jilnie Noel, Adline Noel, Anise Noel, Crisnet Noel, Rosemana Louis,Sametorn Orneus, Sadieufait Orneus, Erneliane Orneus, Gesila Orneus, Silvitia Orneus, Farius Noel, Donel Noel, Gains Exaviere, Julnes Exavier, Wislet Exavier, Jilna Exavier, Tinannie Exavier, Puchout alphonse, Magenise Alphonse, Isnick Orneus, Yfrander Orneus, Jones Orneus, Yvonethe Orneus, Miline Orneus, Josener Orneu, Walnick Orneus, Walking Orneus, Edline Orneus, Milene Orneus, Betson Orneus, Bekindy Orneus, Silvandieu Orneus, Ybert Preval, Yvantha Preval, Jean Wisly Orneus; realatives and friends: Ebenezer Baptist Church family, Pinder Tile staff and Management, and a
host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relative and friends may pay their last respect at Rest On Funeral Chapel, Ltd. #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue on Friday, July 11th, 2025, 10:00am - 6:00pm and again at the church from 1:00pm until service time.
Morlan Stanley Webb, 73
a resident of Sixth and Seventh Street, Coconut Grove and Palm Tree Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas, and formerly from Arthur’s Town, Cat Island, Bahamas. Funeral Service will be held On Saturday, 12th July, 2025, 11:00am at Rest On Funeral Chapel Majestic Suite, #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue. Officiating will be Pastor St. Louis Celiner assisted by other minister of the gospel. Cremation will follow.
Left to cherish his precious memories are his 3 daughters: Strona Webb, Shonice Webb and T’Shonda Webb; 1 step son: Valentino Collie (Cindy Collie); 3 grand daughters: Sydneah Cunningham, Sy’myia Cunningham, and Ka’mia Marshall; 2 grandsons: Darius Forbes Jr & Cameron Marshall; 2 Step grandchildren: Valintina Collie and Valentino Collie Jr.; two sisters: Edna Pratt and Euna Symonette; brother: Rudy Pratt of Homestead Florida; aunt: Sheba Webb; uncle: Eleophus Webb; brother-in-law: Michael (Winnie) McKenzie of Miami Florida; sisters-in-law: Sandra (George) Robinson, Delores, Jennifer McKenzie; numerous nephews including: Tino, Nado, Samuel; numerous nieces including: Kim, Monique, Cherita, La’Shan, Shanequa, Nakeitha, Schcala, Cheriva, Sanchez, Ieasa, Dashinka (Leonardo) Johnson, Wilhelmina; 6 grandnieces, 9 grandnephews, and a host of other relatives and friends too much to mention.
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Funeral Service For Retired
Alexander Davis, 58
of #8 Hutchinson Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Monday, July 14th, 2025 at 10:00am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Boyd Road, New Providence. Offciating will be Monsignor Alfred Culmer. Interment will follow in the Southern Ceemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.
He is survived by his beloved wife: Gloria Davis; children: Christal Forbes, Adam, Allen and Ariel Davis; mother: Emily Rolle-Moxey; brothers: Ricardo Rolle, Vogal Williams Jr., Jason and Berkley Moxey; grandchildren: Kaylah and Kyle; aunt and uncle: Mary Coakley, Roger Davis; mother-in-law: Victoria Missick; brothers-in-law: DC-789 Robert Missick, Ricardo, Dwight and Bradley Missick; sisters-in-law: Melverna Bowleg, Marilyn Lockhart, Sharell and Agatha Jones, Marva Moxey; nieces: Jordan Moxey, Rickia and Rickell Rolle; adopted son: Ronald Augusto; cousins: Angela and Kevin Pratt, Christine Coakley, Renee and Freddy Tucker, Janis and Michael Curry, Shayvon and Bernard Clarke, Berneice Rolle-Robert, Mary Rolle, Roberta Rolle, Mark Rolle, Kim Rolle, Rosemary Mackey, Tracy Mackey, Laura and Ricardo Rolle, Micheal, Marcian and Marcell, Marissa, Machara, Makeria, Marelle and Miranda Tucker, Sidney and Sarai Clarke, Aiden Carter, Aricka Rolle, Phlycia, D’Angelo and Kristi Pratt, Mikey Roberts; and a host of relative and friends including: Charlie Higgs and Family, Eddie and Family, Troy and Family, Andrew Frazer and Family, Daniel Higgs and Family, John Knowles and Family, Clifford Taylor and Family, Krystle Rolle, Claudine Minnis and family, Joyce Mackey and Family, Joan Brown, Jermaine, Alexis Major, Vanria and Vandia Bethel, Patrice Rahming, Zeke Strachan and Family, Nikita Moss and Family, Marva Minns, Brian Bethel, and Family, Genia Gibson and Family, Celeste Cleare and Family, Terance Forbes and Family, Stephanie Davis and Family, Mikhilo Forbes and Family, The entire Hutchinson Street and Bain Town Community, Lukey Cadet, Paulette Whylly, Royal Towers Housekeeping, The Cove Engineering Department, the Cove and Reef Housekeeping, The Motorcycle Biker Community, The Jetski Community, Marlin Marine staff and many others too numerous to mention.
The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors on Sunday, July 13th, 2025 from 12:00noon to 5:00pm and at the church on Monday from 9:00am until service time.
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Christopher Clement Richardson, 83
a resident of Johnson Road Estates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Clarence Town, Long Island, Bahamas will be held at Southern Cemetery, Spikenard and Cowpen Roads, New Providence on Saturday, 12th July, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Offciating will be Archbishop Dr. G. Elton Major assisted by other ministers of the Gospel.
He was predeceased by wife: Noel Carolyn Richardson; parents: Leo Strachan and William Richardson.
He is survived by his sister: Gloria Crawford; nieces and nephews includes: Monique smith, Elihu and Anastasia Mackey; caretaker: David Strachan; and a host of other friends and relatives too numerous to mention
Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence on Friday, 11th July, 2025 from 10:00 a.m -5:00 p.m. and again at the gravesite on Saturday, 12th July, 2025 from 10:30 a.m until service time.
Kian Timothe, 66
a resident of Cowpen Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Tuesday, July 1st, 2025.
He was predeceased by his parents: Foglass and Olivina Timothe (Haiti Lavoutte); sister: Marie Loue-Jean Mami Florida; uncle: Moniquet (New York).
He is survived by his wife: Sylvia Timothe; 5 children: Natasha and Bob Timothe (Step) Evans Franklyn and Illus; grandchildren: Atalaya, Anthea, Ataria, Evanique, Kievans, Kierra, Jakalin; sister: Nicole Gladys Jeanee (Miami, Flordia); brothers: Tony, Samuel (Florida) & Tisameul; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a late date.
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Lexilien Jean Jules, 63
a resident of Kool Acres Subdivision, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, July 3rd, 2025
He is survived by his wife: Syltanne Jean Jules; children: Lesly Jean Jules, Roseben Jean Jules, Nixon Jean Jules, Daniel Jean Jules, Jennifer Jean Jules, Diana Jean Jules; grandchildren: Lesky Jean Jules, James Jean Jules, Jacksen Jean Jules, Leina jean Jules, Ja’niyah,,Faith Leonce, Marthe-Angie Jean-Jules, Marthe-Sendie JeanJules; father: Estime Pierre; mother: Adiana Jean Jules; brothers: Exantus Gustave, Alfred Gustave, Adly Gustave, Maurice Gustave, Herode Gustave, Jean Herard Gustave and François Pierre; sisters: Annette Gustave, Rosalie Gustave, Abanitte Gustave and Marilene Pierre; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives too numerous to mention at this time.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Christine Dawkins, 63
a resident of Brougham Street, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Murphy Town, Abaco, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, 5th July, 2025.
She was predeceased by her husband: Peter Dawkins; father: Lorenzo Coakley; mother: Emily Pinder; son: Peter Dawkins Jr.; granddaughters: Dackra and Daria Edgecombe.
She is survived by her children: Shantell Hepburn, Leroy Hepburn, Christine CoakleyEdgecombe, Stanlia Coakley, Peteral Dawkins and Brittney Fowler; grandchildren: Leander Hepburn, Petron Dawkins, Queshawn Douglas, Jarell Emmanuel, Darianna Edgecombe; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and announcements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Services For Magnola Adams, 83
Androme Heath, 40
of Blackwood, Abaco, Bahamas will be held at Holy Saviour Anglican Church, Blackwood, Abaco on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Fr. Welcott Bain. Interment will follow in Holy Saviour Public Cemetery, Blackwood, Abaco.
She is survived by her sons: Jeff (Yontalai), Roscoe (Yolanda), John and Troy Adams; daughters: Mrs Christine Wilson and Judyann Adams; granddaughters: Nastassia (Larry) Brown, Santia (Jeremy) Culmer, Lexi (Robert) Mazz, Santana (Dereal) Footye, Antonia (Paul) Carol, Antoneka and Antonesha Nikon, Gitavia, Breanna and Nakera McIntosh, Alecia, Nyah, Rehanna and Royall Adams; grandsons: Mancini, Edwin and Sanremo Wilson, Berdine and Alvardo McIntosh, Anthony Jr. and Antonio Nixon, Merlin Jr., Daniel, Camello, Jayden, Roscoe Jr., Roman and Raheem Adams; brother: Johnathan (Minerva) Reckley; great grandchildren: Destini, Khamani, Kristian, Kieanna, Kaylee, Sanremo Jr., Azariah, Mancini Jr., Ciniyah, Cynnae, Cynbella, Danae, Natre, Natrel, T’Shai, Alyssa, Aleiya, Romea, Cianna, Ayden, Zuri, Jaye, A’mari, Maliyah, Cyncere, Payton, Jaiquan, Deanna, Amari, Saint, Ama’re and Janard; nieces & nephews: Rosemary, Johnny, Amanda, Kimberly, Mara, Inez (Caretaker), Myrtle, Margaret, Learlean, Lynn, Carolee, Annica, Queenie, Evelyn, Mitchalean, Floyd, Hiram, Hensel, Clifford, Daron, Charles, Wilbert, Sidney; longtime friend: Margie Baillou; godchildren: Lonnie, Mizpah, Eugene and Monalisa; Descendants of Annie McIntosh, Mildred and Evelyn Russell, Saveletta Reckley, Adams, Cornish and Baillou Families; other relatives and friends including: Lashawn, Latoya, Akeem and Lakera and the entire Blackwood Community; special mention of her daughter: Judyann Adams who was her caregiver to the very end.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at the Church in Blackwood, Abaco on Friday from 5:00pm until service time.
of Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at The Apostolic House of Prayer Ministries, Apostolic Way on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor. Dr. William Pratt assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road, New Providence.
He is survived by his wife: Brittany Benisha Olivia Horton Heath; children: Taynia Ashley Campbell, Alshona Audriana Heath and Jevaughn Rovian Heath; mother: Aneita Anderson; step father: Dwayne Anderson; brothers: Everton Heath, Garfield Heath, Marlon Heath, Sheldon Heath, Sherman Heath and Lloyd Margon; aunts: Mable Ashman, Joyce Edwards and Melda; uncles: Winston Ashman, Keith Robinson (Edna) and Phillip Lovie; grand aunt: Daphney Webb; father-in-law: Ecknn Benson Neely; brother-in-law: Benson Neely; sisters-inlaw: Tamika Heath, Benique Neely, Beyonce Miller and Ciara Miller; other relatives & friends including: Christina, Jennifer, Francina, Claudia, Anthony, Beverley, Uton, Jennese, Carl Marlaine, Edward, Ranford, Paul, Annmarie, Elaine, Jassett, Lorna, Michelle, Charmaine (Gasseth), Samantha, Shanaya, Twayne, Shantel, Romie, Steven, Conroy, Aaliyah, Orayne, Shenell, Andria, Shelly Chanelchen, Jacqueline, Evette, Tanika, Damian, Marlon, Rosemary, Steven, Skyler, Kayona, Nickaloy, Wayne, Paulette, Angre, Trevor, Giovanni, Lordero, Gene, Sheldon, Shawna, Talia, Shanore, Aaronnique, Glendina, Glenda, Delford, Orane, Omar, Sherelle, Vernon, Jermaine, Rhona, Lorma, AML Foods Ltd., Nelson Moss, Ricardo Guerner, Denver Moss and Jack Rouchan.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary, located on Parkgate & Village Road on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at The Church on Saturday from 10:00am until service time.
Funeral Service For Jeremiah Vernal Stubbs Jr., 19
of Lockwood Bend, Malcolm Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at The Metropolitan Church of The Nazarene, East Street, New Providence on Friday, July 11th, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. Officiating will be Dr. Antoine St. Louis assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Solider Road, New Providence.
He is survived by his mother: Micheline Griffith; father: Jeremiah Stubbs Sr.; step father: Alvin Griffith; 2 sisters: Anthonique Loriston and Anthonisha Dean; adopted sister: Marsha Deveaux; brother-inlaw: Markendy Loriston; nieces: Ma’kayla & Amaya Loriston; nephew: Malachy Loriston; 14 aunts: Angeline Alex, Betty Saunders, Fernander Bullard, Natasha Saintsurin, Pierla Gilles, Theresa Knowles, Anna Sands, Wilda Daniel, Edith Smith, Edlyn Jacques, Carla Bastian, Velma Stubbs, Amanda Stubbs, Tracey Wright; 12 uncles: Superintendent Audley Peters, Joubert Pierre, Sylvester Jean Sr, Loubens Pierre, Harvey Saunders Sr, Micheal Saintsurin, Gregory Gilles Sr., Garfield Bullard, Joseph Stubbs, Kendrick Delaney, Hugo Stubbs, Steven Stubbs; grand uncles: Ocerine Petit (of Delray Beach Florida) and Alexander Pierre (of Fort Lauderdale); cousins: Rashad, Ahmad, Raheem, Kevin, Harvey, Tatayano, Clint, Deon, Kayvon, Gregory, Greyson, Tyree, Donfelix, Shamar, Stephon, Jovaugh, Joel, Slyvester Jr, Kienday, Jeff, Ranaldo, Natazia, Ma’khayla, Madicyn, Anniqua, Juliann, Gardisha, Felicia, Latazia, Gregoria, Jael, Charis, Zion, Clintazia, Crystal, Glendisha, Kevinique, Daphnee, Arianna, Jazel, Janiya, Lounique, Sariah, Joeann, Tenaj. Ashley, Judell, Joenaz, Marlie, Merline, Charles, Ieshia, Amani, Angeline, Shantell, Helen, Shawn, Namound, Travis, Transhan, Ebonique, Amy, Jaheim, Deno, Josiah, Taelyn, Acharee, Christopher, Demille, Devine, Trevor, Abdul, Andrea, Emily, Yanick, Claude, Westley, Ebby, Kevin, Louby, Kendall, Deangelo, Marcus Jr., Immacula, Marcelline, Lashelle, Lamar, Tamal, Ricardo, Rickiesha, Caneisha, Perry Jr., Perry III, Raven, Rikera, Rinardo, Stanique, Henry, Tamera, Shanae, Travis Sr., Terniesha, Travis, Terell, Jerethor, Jereniqua, Antwon, Antwonae, Marquell, Omar, Giovanni, Giavantae, Henry, Valrenique, Omari, Germiyah, Gerard, Gernae, Jeremiah, Keano, Teko, Shaquel, Nyima, Osira, Le’asia, Tiffya, Andee,
Odalia, Shanika, Guellda, Kevin, Sindy, Asia, Lewis, Phillipha, Phillip, Donovan, Dale, Delshannon, Rudolph, Jamaal, La’Tavia, Shelly, Natasha, Eddson, Amir, Kyrie, Zion, Delron; god mothers: Rochelle Whylly, Rebecca Pennerman, Lyn Bridgewater, Samantha McKenzie; god fathers: Brian Christie, Johnathan Edward, Troy Farrington, Donnie Miller; god sisters: Jermani and J’nyah; god brother: J’Quan; god child: Amira Bullard; and a host of other relatives and friends: Pastor Antione and family, Pastor Nelson Pierre and family, Pastor Hutchinson and family, The Griffith Family, William Butler and family, The Deveaux Family, Ronald Ferlitien and Family, Darlene Knowles and Family, Amelia Gilles and Family, Olive Major-Dean and Family, The Whylly Family, Patrick Saintilen and Family, Maxine Brown and Family, Cedricka Sarmphelus and Family, Suzette Augustine and Family, Kathleen Blanc and Family, Ulrick Tillerine and Family, Marilyn Prophet and Family, Krystal Bootle and Family, The Atlantis STARS Cafeteria Family, Savannah Forbes and Family, Kristeneak and Family, The Malcolm Allotment Family, The Lockwood Bend Community, The Padoleo Street Family, The Bain and Grants Town Family and others to numerous to mention. The family would like to express apologies to anyone who’s name may have been overlooked.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at the church on (TODAY) Friday from 12:00 noon until service time.
Death Notice For Joanne Rolle, 62
of died on Friday, June 20th, 2025 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.
She is survived by her son: Sharadon Rolle; sisters: Daushana Rolle-Facing, Labeth Rolle; brother: Terrance Rolle; aunts: Geletha Johnson, Dr. Yvette Johnson, Edith Johnson, Miriam, Naomi, Rubyann and Retha Rolle; uncles: Dr. Willis L. Johnson, William H. Johnson and Willie Rolle; nieces: Lanae and Larnese Brown; and a host of relatives and friends who will be mentioned at a later date.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary, located on Parkgate & Village Road.
Death Notices For
Morgana Griffin, 81
a resident of Bar 20 Corner, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, July 7th, 2025.
She is survived by her sons: Sean Storr, Ian (Cece) Storr, Kevin (LaShon) Storr and Pedro Pratt; daughters: Shenique Pratt; brothers: Donald Williams and Dashville Williams; sisters: Beverly and Mildred Storr, Annis Pinder, Teresa Williams; grandchildren: Natalia, Iesha (Michael), Jordan-Ashley, Mariel, Gabrielle, Danielle, Malaya, Iris, Ian II, Kevin II, Keanu, Maxwell, Jayden; great grandchildren: Amari and Ava; nieces: Colleen, Errin and Michelle Storr, Fredricka Thompson, Minerva Griffin, Elizabeth Griffin, Marissa Storr, Racquel, Teheilla, Adrielle, Shalinqua, Krizia, Stina, Gena, Cecilia, Kay, Demetria, Pandora, Ashley, Madyson and Haylee; nephews: Ricardo, Jeffrey and Dwight Storr, Philip Farrington, Neil Marshall, Mario, Anton, Terry, Gregory and Neil Storr, Andre and Anthony Knowles, Stephen, Andrew and Barry Griffin; sister-in-law: Nathlie Griffin; cousin: Thelma Calma and other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date
Minister Whitney Evans, 67
a resident of Pastel Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Nicholl’s Town, Andros, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, July 8th, 2025.
He is survived by his mother: Rose Evans; daughters: Candice McPhee, Margo Pratt; sons: Lavor Moxey, Calvin Pratt; numerous grandchildren; sisters: Louise Finley, Sarah Brown, Marjorie Walker, Patricia and Rosemary Evans; son-in-law: Ryan; brothers: Rodney and Samuel Evans; aunt: Maria Brown; special friend: Rochelle Mitchell; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date
a resident of Bain’s Town, New Providence, Bahamas died at her residence on Saturday, July 5th, 2025.
She is survived by her 3 sons: Vicshone (Lisa McDonald), Victor and Benjamin Bethel; one granddaughter: Serenity Bethel; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date
Funeral Service For
Jonathan Hartman Wells, 32
of Harbour Island, Eleuthera, Bahamas died in Harbour Island on Friday, June 6th 2025. Service will be held on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at Wesley Methodist Church, Dunmore and Chapel Streets, Harbour Island at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Philip D. Ferguson, M.A.R., J.P. assisted by Rev. Dr. Marie Neilly, Bishop John Ferguson, Bishop Timothy Johnson, Pastor Daniel Major and Pastor Joshua Wells. Interment will follow at St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Dunmore Town, Harbour Island.
He is survived by his parents: Terrance and Kendra Wells; siblings: Pastor Joshua (Toni) Wells, Joel, Jameel and Jamiah Wells; former spouse: Paola Wells; grandparents: Mildred Roberts and Hartman “Bobbie” Saunders; aunts: Cristal Lewis, Thomassa Roberts, Bridgette Saunders, Paisley Roberts, Tommineka Saunders, Agatha Saunders, Agatha Roberts, Elaine Wells, Beroline Wells, Dorathea Wells-Brown, Mona Albury, Takeisha Collins, Tonia Williams, Aneiska Rolle, Carol Lewis, Rev. Leona Roberts, Monique Papal, Lucy Rolle and Latisha Thompson; uncles: Stephen, Ricardo and Valentino Wells, Corey Saunders, Acting Forth Chief Petty Officer Selwyn Roberts, Christopher Lewis, Sr., Wayde Stewart, Ryan Saunders, Superintendent of Police Kelly Kemp and Hosea Roberts; grand aunts: Theckla Higgs, Felicia Roberts, Carmetta Saunders, Daisy Dorsette, Veronica Adderley, Carol Gilbert, Marissa Winder, Gloria Sawyer, Ena Sawyer, Ionie Kelly, Rosena Brown, Tina, Pauline, Harlene and Marsha Saunders, Wildalean and Elizabeth Higgs; grand uncles: Anthony and Andrew Sawyer, Larry Winder, Harrison, Derek, Ivan Sr. and Randy Saunders, Donald and Joseph Saunders, Ephraim and Thomas Higgs and Elkeno Gilbert; great grand aunts: Fannette Albury, Dorene Albury, Brenda Higgs and Ann Sawyer-Buck; great grand uncles: Donald and Joe Saunders and Wendell Albury; nieces: Jameela and Shalom; nephews: Jayden, Kamelo and Kameiro; cousins: Kenyanna Roberts, Constable R/ DC 3112 Antonio (Kimika) Knowles, Sr., Christopher Lewis, Jr., Tyrell and Tova Roberts, Ryan Saunders, Jr., Krista Saunders, Jody, Jewel and Julian Stewart, Justine Knowles, Kyienna and Kyien Moss, Jr., Dr. Ianthie Kemp, Camille Duncombe, Cordero Bennett, Shawna Kemp, Denez Johnson, Rio, Felicity, Jaymel, Rillen, Janeiko, Alvina and Shamal Saunders, Michael Lightbourn, Able Seaman Defence Force Officer Shaine Lightbourn, Police Officer 4043 Marnarrey Lightbourn, Brian, Stevette, Suzette and Stevandrae Wells, Karis, Rukiya, Arianna and Jasiri Johnson, Valentino Jr., Tylah and Talia Wells, Selandria Morris, Selwyn Roberts, Jr., Martina (Jovan) Bosfield, Patrinka Charlton, Kippkeno (Carnell) Gilbert, Lathoreo (Patrice) and Lamanda Winder, Lestina Sawyer, Season Grant, Khyliaa Gibson, Keenyah Roberts, Antonio Knowles, Jr., Journee and Jalia Roberts, Jordyn Pratt, Delmar, Delana and Deandrea Hepburn, LaTrent Augustin, Aubrey, Brayden and Autumn Johnson, Mali Pounder, Kayleyah, Brenay, Brian Jr., Bryson, Braydon, Shiloh, Shalom, Mercy and Mila Lightbourn, Joniah Bosfield, Daria and Dario Charlton, Jr., Abbigail and Elkeno Gilbert, LaNecia Winder, Lovely
and Latia Sawyer, Tori and Torkal Saunders, Leandro Braynen, Grace and Mercy Grant; nmerous relatives and friends including: Descendants of The Late Rose Major, Descendants of The Late Nollie Higgs, Descendants of The Late Alsaida Higgs, Descendants of The Late Annie Sawyer, Descendants of Fannette Albury, Descendants of Norma Bannister, Descendants of Daisy Dorsette, Descendants of Theckla Higgs, Descendants of Felecia Roberts, Descendants of The Late Pandora Barry, Descendants of Carmetta Saunders, Descendants of The Late Mary Wells, Descendants of Veronica Adderley, Descendants of The Late Stephanie Roberts, Descendants of Ephraim Higgs, Descendants of Thomas Higgs, Descendants of The Late Leander Higgs, Descendants of The Late Clement Higgs, Descendants of The Late Simeon Higgs, Descendants of The Late Patrick “Tipper” Higgs, Descendants of The Late Coralee Percentie, Descendants of the Late Sheila Francis, Elaine Lewis, Wayde Stewart, Delmar Hepburn, Sr., Brandon Duncombe; Paige Percentie & Family; god parents: Charlotte Bowles and Joe Oliver; special friends: Mr. & Mrs. Alexander Higgs, Lashann Higgs, Javaughn Rolle, Rosanne Saunders, Delrose Thompson, Keisha Ferguson, Lorraine Neely; Former Teachers: Crystal Lawson, Julie Knowles, Karen Catalyn, Selma Knowles and Rapunzel Pinder; neighbors: Mr. & Mrs. Magolda Higgs & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Max Homer, Kava Mackey & Family, Bishop & Mrs. Anthony Dean & Family, Valerie Mather, Mrs. Lona Major, Mrs. Sophie Braynen & Family, Mr. & Mrs. George Braynen & Family, Ms. Luann Saunders & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Chris Riley, Denise Riley & Family, Adowa Adderley, Mr. & Mrs. Jared Johnson & Family, The Family of the late Norman & Curlene Higgs, Marionette Cartwright & Family, Bishop Samuel Higgs & Family, Lemmie Malcolm & Family; Italian family and friends: Fiorenzo e Raimonda Consoli, Alberto e Cinzia Moleri, Giulio e Emanuela Moleri, Arianna e Sara Paris, Francesca e Tommy Pellizari, Honorary Consul of The Bahamas in Florence, Andrea Cecchi; Ms. Dorene Albury & Family, Ms. Brenda Higgs & Family, Ms. Erica Cleare & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Kyien Moss, Sr. & Family, Percival Johnson & Family, Annseton Barry, Juanita Percentie & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Arthur & Family, Derek Saunders & Family, Mr. and Mrs. Evan Saunders & Family, George Roberts & Family, Glenroy Arahna & Family, Mr. & Mrs. James Johnson & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Michael George & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Vern McKinney & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Marco Brown & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Richard Cleare & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Renaldo Culmer & Family, Chris Gillespie, Elmer Gonzalez, Jim Richard, Mr. & Mrs. Neville Gray & Family, Sabrina Mayfield & Family, Pastor Daniel Major & Family, Pastor Melvin Higgins & Family and Members of the World Vision Disciple Center, The Hon. Sylvanus Petty & Family, Former MP Rickey Mackey & Family, Under the Tent Family, the management & staff of Valentines Resort and Marina, (especially the Housekeeping Crew), management & staff of Portia’s Kitchen, Robert Griffin and Captain Bob Marketplace Staff, Harbour Island All Age School - Class of 2012, Pastor and Members of Wesley Methodist Church, Pastor and Members of The Church of God of Prophecy, Pastor and Members of Lighthouse Church of God, Pastor and Members of Temple of Deliverance, Pastor & Members of New Alliance Church of God, Pastor and Members of Action Chapel, the entire community of Harbour Island and a host of relatives and friends.
Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary, #183 Baillou Hill Road and Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00am to 1:30pm on Friday and at The Church of God of Prophecy, Harbour Island, Duke Street on Friday from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and again at Wesley Methodist Church from 9:00am until service time on Saturday.
Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.
Funeral Service For
Alsaida Bullard, 74
of Great Harbour Cay, Bahamas and formerly of Eleuthera, Bahamas, died at Princess Margaret Hospital, New Providence on Thursday, June 5th, 2025. Service will be held on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at The Church of God of Prophecy, Berry Islands, Bahamas at 10:00am. Officiating will be District Supervisor, Associate Pastor, Jamal Pratt and Associate Pastor, Dirk McAulay. Interment will be held at Seaview Cemetery, Berry Islands, Bahamas.
She is survived by her three children: Ramon, Kimberly and Jermaine Bethel; grandchildren: Ramona, Vernell, Remon Jr. and Latique Bethel, Christina and Tracylee Morley, Christy Eldon, Tracy Bastian, Tempest Knowles, Stephanie Bastian, Garvin and Haven Solomon; great grandchildren: Kinelle, Lamarii and Lavail Bethel, Garranique Fox, Davonia Smith, Samiyah, Natassia and Branae Bethel, Jamar Bastian, Derecka and Kailey Smith, Christian Morley, Andrenae Francis; sisters: Althea William, Rosetta (Kwami) Ferguson, Vanessa (James) Hall and Pastor Christine (Wallace) Saunders; brother: Mark Brown; sister-in-law: Jackie Barr; daughter-in-law: Jenepher Bethel; Adopted Daughter: Shada McKenzie; Nieces and Nephews: Wallace (Brook) Saunders, Marco Sr., Marco Jr., Anthanique and Celeste Brown, Maya Saunders, Jabez Saunders-Emil, Quinn and Christin Saunders, Juno, Scarlett, Blakell and Clement Darville, Cornelius Adderley Jr., Terianna (Lance) and Lanaya Francis, Lavahdo (Charmeka), Lazarrio and Chavahdo Williams. Miyleigh Sweeting, Adjalique Evans, Tavares and Travis Styles, Jamiyah, Janay, Johnathan Hall, Kavano Bullard, Fredeisha Fernander; and a host of relatives and friends: Julian (Jessica) Francis and family, Johnnie (Gail) Francis and Family, Lilly Simeon and Family, Margaret, Maryln, Dean, Franco Francis and Family, Deborah Mackey
and Family, Valencia Francis and Family, Lorna Winder and Family, Annie Carey and Family, Tommy Williamson and Family, Hubert Mackey and Family, Norman Bastian and Family, Brenda Darville and Family, Robert Gibson Jr and Family, Elliot Miller and Family, Judy Pinder and Family, Brian Williams and Family, Jennifer Gustafon Moulton; other friends: Associate Pastor Dirk McAulay and Family, Evangelist Lelio Charles and Family, Former Senior Pastor Jennifer Roberts, District Supervisor Jamal Pratt and Family, Deaconess Beverly Dean and Family, Officers, Members, Followers of the COGOP, Father Don Haynes and the Anglican Church community, Pastor Kathleen Butler and the Highway Church of God, Dr. Kayleisha Watson Darville and the staff of Bullocks Harbour Clinic, Mr. Leonardo Lightbourne and the entire community of Berry Island.
Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary,#183 Baillou Hill Road and Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00am to 11:30am on Friday, July 11, 2025 and at The Church of God of Prophecy, Berry Island on Friday, July 11, 2025 from 4:00pm to 7:30pm and at the church from 9:00am until service time on Saturday.
Death Notice For Perry Winder, 51
of Bullocks Harbour Good Samaritan Home, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital, New Providence, Bahamas on Thursday, July 3rd, 2025.
He is survived by his mother: Lilimae Rolle; 1 daughter; sisters: Coroenest Winder, Jenepher Deleveaux, Patrice Rolle and Naomi Mackey; brothers: Steven Rolle, Bennett and Reynold Winder; aunts: Lillian Wallace; and other relatives and friends.
Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.
Mark Anthony Daniels, 55
of #5 Seabreeze Lane, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Georgetown, Guyana died at the Princess Margaret Hospital, New Providence on Friday, June 13th, 2025. Service will be held on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at Bahamas Faith Ministries International, Carmichael Road, New Providence at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Kersch Darville assisted by Patrick Rolle and Associate Pastor, David Knowles. Interment will follow in Georgetown, Guyana.
He is survived by his wife: Sheenah Daniels; children: Marke Jr., Tia, Emanuel, Tamara, Tianna and Thecia Daniels; sisters: Fayne McNeil, Gloria Lustal and Sylvia, Felicia Daniels; brothers: Peter, Floyd, Keith, Lemox and Philip Daniels; 3 grandchildren; in-laws: Shelton Daniels, Sonia Whittaker and Sigmund Daniels and other relatives and friends.
Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary, #183 Baillou Hill Road and Cordeaux Avenue on Friday, July 11th, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm and again at the church from 9:00am until service time on Saturday.
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Remone Phillips, 55
of #63 Malcolm Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Sunday, July 5th, 2025.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Diahann Phillips; children: Tamika Phillips, Remone, Dareno, Rayhard and Rayshard Phillips; sisters: Rosey and Deandra Phillips; grandchildren: Tavarie and Talia Kemp, Amor Phillips and other relatives and friends.
Waylon Oswald Francis, 41
of Ocala, Florida, formerly of Bullocks Harbour, Berry Island, Bahamas died in Macon, Georgia on Sunday, July 6th, 2025.
Precious memories will forever linger in the hearts of his wife: Rachel Francis; daughter: Chloe Francis; mother: Coolie Mae Francis; sisters: Lena Roberts, Lisa Sellers, Ella Francis-Hall, Ida Roberts, Jestina Sweeting, Dian Hanna, Ellen Gibson, Joan Samantha Smith; brothers: Dave Munnings, Jerry Joyner, Godfrey Jr., Floyd, Kent and Captain Lance Francis; aunts and uncles; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends
Please visit our website: www.eastsunrisemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with family and friends.
Memorial Service For Edith Mary Peet, 68
of Nassau Village, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Lowe Sound, Andros will be held at Southside Ministries International, Dignity Gardens, Carmichael Road on Saturday, 12th July, 2025 at 10:00
a.m. Pastor Dr. Ellis L. Peet Jr. assisted by other ministers of the gospel will officiate.
She was predeceased by two children: Gerard & Dominic Forbes; sister: Ellery Peet.
Cherished memories will remain in the hearts of her children: Jeremaine & Dario Bain, Linkworth McKinney Sr. and Pastor Dr. Ellis Peet Jr.; father & step mother: Ellis Peet Sr. & Vernincha Peet; grandchildren: Linkworth McKinney Jr., Linerio & Lincoln McKinney and Anija Bain; sisters: Eva Bethel, Gloria Peet, Diana Primo, Christine Peet, Peggy Clarke and Monique Peet; brothers: Pastor Dr. Ellis Peet Jr. and Larry Alcime; uncles: Arthur Peet and William (Bill) Adderley; aunts: Sarah Evans, Elva Bowleg, Deaconess Beulah Lafleur, Sylva Russell and Inez Peet; nieces: Tanjanika Peet, Tomika Richards, Shamika Duncombe, Tonya Clarke, Teria Smith-Courtney, Tiffany Clarke-Smith, Tanesha Clarke-Brown, Mackenzie Peet, Ramonique Bowe-Gardiner, Alexis & Seshakell Williams; nephews: Bernardo Rolle, Eddie Smith Jr., Lee Young, Joel Primo, Linwood Clarke Jr., Christian & Dylan Peet and Cristian Rahming; daughter-in-law: Latoya McKinney; sisters-in-law: Sharvon Peet and Caroline Alcime; brothers-in-law: Nigel Primo and Ralph Bethel; special relatives and friends: Sarah Evans & Family, Elva Bowleg & Family, Deaconess Beulah Lafleur & the entire Campbell Family of Lowe Sound Andros, Sylvia Russell & the entire Peet Family of Nicholls Town Andros, Nikita Stuart & Family, Super Stop Wash & Family, Pastor Ellis Peet Jr. Spirit of Life Ministries Church Family, Apostle Frederick Minus Five Porches Apostolic Church Family, Pastor Dr. Clifford Smith, Southside Ministries International Church Family. Rev. Antonio Beckford, New Light Ministries Church Family.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, 36 Rosetta Street on Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cremation will follow.
Death Notice For Richard Charles Hall, 71
of Canary Terrace, Monastery Park, New Providence, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Christine Hall; two (2) sons: Anthony (Neterah) and Raymond Hall; two (2) daughters: Suzanne (Randy) Rolle and Cindy (Teno) Williams; sisters: Margaret Estrella (predeceased), Marlene Roberts (predeceased), Jeannie Hall (predeceased), Kayla Thompson, Patricia (Roscoe) Carey and Gladys Darling; two (2) brothers: Oliver and Bradley ‘Bo’ (Beth) Hall; five (5) grandchildren: Serenity Williams, Logan, Skyler & Hayden Hall; and Lamar Williams; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notice For Dereck Wellington Brown, 62
of Dorsett Alley off West Street, New Providence, Bahamas, died at his residence on Tuesday, 1st July, 2025.
He is survived by three (3) sisters: Charlene Sanderson, Brenria and Bridgette B. Burrows; three (3) brothers: David, Bernie and Alton Brown; one (1) aunt: Ruth Johnson; three (3) nephew: Inspector Vernon Rolle, Franco and Achara Brown; one (1) niece: Donna Sanderson; cousins: Edris Strachan, Deborah Johnson, Francisco, Locksley and Shantique Ricketts, Lance and Shakera Bain, Edward and Wendy Johnson and Corporal Van Farrington; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Diane Annette Robins, 80 affectionately called “Big D”
of Bailey Town, Bimini, Bahamas who passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 5th, 2025.
She is survived by her children: Montez, Corvell, Shawn, Gwendolyn, Patrenda, Shandy, Jade, Marvin, Hyram, Catina, and Nekia; grandchildren: Jay, Jayden, Jarade, Marva, Kadayah, Zarien, Shawn Jr. Leslie, Vashone, Joshua, Jamoga, Sinta, Vernicia, Georgia, Jonae, Christopher, Christon, Theresa, Adeva, Derek, Dericka, Philip, Lashika, Doyle Jr., Sade, Jade, Tatyana, Marvin III, Marvin IV, Andrew, Isaiah, Markhena, Azaiya, Elizabeth, Makell, Marlaya, Amaya, Dianthi, Destiny, Theshera, Hyram Jr. Basil, Athina, Robin, Nikkito, Kale, Narai, Deante, Monte, Aleyda, Amancia; siblings: Claudette Rolle, Eleanor and Charles Robins II; numerous great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For Basil Rolle, 82
a resident of Charleston Street and Slave Road, Ridgeland Park West, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Harry Cay, Exuma, Bahamas, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 11, 2025 at First Baptist Church, Market Street and Coconut Grove Avenue. Offciating will be Rev. Dr. Joseph Knowles assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleums, John F. Kennedy Drive.
Basil was predeceased by his son: Delando Rolle.
Left to cherish his fond memories are his wife: Ena Davis-Rolle; daughters: Nursing Offcer Anishka Rolle-Grant, Wendy and Angela Rolle; sons: Garvin Rolle, Stephen Maycock, Patrick Rolle; sister: Margaret Rolle-Taylor; sisters-in-law: Florida Rolle, Vernie and Mary Davis; brothers-in-law: Irvin Taylor, Mackey Smith, Godfrey (Ella), Morrison and Anthony Davis; daughters-in-law: Racquel Maycock and Yvette Rolle; son-in-law: Julian Grant; grandchildren: Khadysha, Anicea and Brielle Maycock, Katherine, Darea and Enya Rolle, Julianna Grant, Paris Smith, Ashton (Alia) and Decario Maycock, Javan Grant, Nathan, Roman, Uriel Rolle; great grandchildren: Peyton and Elijah Curtis, Jamyah Gaitor, D’Marri Mayock, Jakhai, Mateo and Nyla Rolle; nieces: Minister Trudymae Smith, Minister Valentina Nairn, Minister Patrice Davis-Rolle, Phyllis and Adriane Rolle, Mildred Henfeld, Maxine Knowles, Roselda Davis, Chrystal Hanna, Quincy and Evelyn
Taylor, Shenique Smith, Tanya Rolle, Jacintha Wallace, Sheanda Henfeld, Monique Dulcio, Neketria Brown, Doramae, Latanya McIntosh, Desarie Rolle, Delphine Fernander, Adrianna Bowe, Erica, Roshanda, Antonia, Epiphany, Shakara, Neffeteria, Shantel Davis, Vanria Hepburn, Beryl Armbrister; nephews: Dewy, Bursil, Dino and Lermon Rolle, Allan Taylor, Byron and Norman Smith, Lionel Harris, Lawrence (Theresa), Dennis Lockhart (Lakeycha), Keron Bowe, Alexander Laroda, Shawn and Shammal Henfeld, Bertram Bethel, Adrian Bowe, Mark Stubbs, Darren, Renaldo, Michael, Errol, Tamar, Sean, Bryan, Marley, Anthony Jr., Johnathan, Martin, Hezron Davis Jr., Jeremy and Brandon Davis, Andy Mackey; numerous cousins: Yvonne Bethel, Advilda Dames, Willamae Lotmore, Bernal, Patchely, David and Hollace Bullard, Evie Wallace, Etta Johnson, Sidney Mcphee (Francis) Earlymae, Sheila, Heastie, Ken Mcphee, Larry Bullard, Hope and Orrie Johnson, Vanessa, Mavis, Adrian, Sigrid, Cherine, Elspeth and Glen Jackson, Tiffany and Mannix Barton, Blanche Sears, Madonna Evans, Corrie Hield, Lorana Sears, Kina and Basil Ferguson, Renaldo Swann, Daxon Curry, Iris and Norma Paul, Winnie Newbold, Eulamae Morley, Cynthia, Nioshie and Barbara Johnson and family, Adrianna and Maxwell Moncur; caretaker: Melanie Vassor; other relatives and friends including: The Harry Cay Bullard Descendents Christopher Smith, Marvin Cooper, Rochelle Davis, Rodney Strachan, Joseph Bethel, John Sands, Tony Pratt, Doreen Young, Mia Williams, Mevis Kerr and Family, Deidra, Visna and Lisa Adderley, Naomi Brown and Family, Tracey Lawrence and Family, Pleasant Bowe and family, Leanthe Gibson, Patricia Gibson, The Gardiner’s, Peter Smith and Family, Beatrice Marshall and Family, Muffy, Darren Johnson Sr., The Ridgeland Park West and Fifth Street the Groove community, Norma Whylly and Family, Dianna Miller and Wilfred Davis, The Minister of Parliament for Englerston The Honourable Glenys Hanna Martin, First Baptist Church, Mount Theo’s Baptist Church, the staff of Accident Emergency, Intensive Care Unit, the nursing and medical staff of Med/Surg West, Dr. Crispin Gomez, the management and staff of Davis & Co Law frm, the Management and Staff of Marcos Pizza Prince Charles location and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on (TODAY) Wednesday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Services For Cheryl Elizabeth Ward, 56
a resident of Carrolls Manor off Lazarett Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Wulff and Baillou Hill Roads, New Providence. Offciating will be Fr. Roderick Bain assisted by Canon Harry Ward and Fr. Chester Burton. Cremation will follow.
She is survived by her mother: Annie Ward; sisters: Charmaine WardKennedy, Elizabeth Allen; brothers: Godfrey Ward, Teddy Ward; brother-in-law: Calvin Kennedy; aunts: Naomi Ward, Cyd Ward, Willamae Allen, Yvonne Ward, Juliette Ward, Uneskia Ward; uncles: William Allen, James Allen, George Ward, Canon Harry Ward, Michael Ward, Donald Ward, Joseph Ward, Kendal Ward, Andrew Ward; cousins: Sonia Ward, Anthony Ward, Georgina Martin, Ashanta Allen, Patrick Ward, Kevin Dean, Kyle Ward, Monique Ward-Bowe, Nicholas Ward, Nickelle Ward, Nicole Ward, Claudia Knowles-Strachan, Bridgette Allen, Bernie Allen, Tanya Moncur, Kevin Ward, Curtika WardArmbrister, Matrika Brice, Donyelle Ward, Donnae Ward, Dawn Ward-Dames, Kyle Ward, Antoinette Allen-Turnquest, Aretha AllenBaker, Aethena Allen, April Allen-Kemp, Alethea Allen, Jonathan Ward, Andre Ward, Kendalyn Ward, Gordon Ward, Gawaine Ward, Greg Ward, Suzanne Moss, Joshua Ward, Amethyst Ward, Sapphire Ward, Jasper Ward, Mark Culmer, Derry Turner, Bonnie Turner; and a host of relatives and friends including: Rochelle Bain, Dr. Kunz and the staff at the Lyford Cay Heart Institute, Sandra Innis, Euthalie Woodside and staff Department of Inland Revenue, Maxcine Marshall, Ingrid Allen-Gibson, Carol Roberts, Esterletta Allen-Nottage, Judy Mitchell, Harvey Darville, Jervin Monroe, Anton Francis, Mario Miller, Marcia Sands, Erald Thompson, Elwood Bonimy and a group affectionately known as “The St. Annes Crew” and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Celavie Henry, 83
a resident of Garden Hills #1, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Port De Paix, Haiti will be held at 10:00a.m. on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at Holy Family Cathedral Church, Robinson and Claridge Roads, New Providence, Bahamas. Offciating will be Father Jay Cartwright assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
She is survived by her sons: Arnold (Monique) and Lecneir; daughters: Marguerita, Anna, Vilia, Christine (Spencer); adopted son: Patrick Rose; adopted daughter: Sharanda Rolle; brother: Cirius (Evelyn) Homere; grandchildren: Sean (D’Angela), Yasminique, Patrick, Anna Marie, Jessica, A’Marie; great grandchildren: A’kayla, A’mirah, Amor; nieces and nephews: Girlande, Renel, Valerie, Garry, Rene, Jean-Rolin, Daniel, George’s, Henry, St. Vilien, Jubert, Yvement, Enide, Rodeline Homere, Roland and Brigilia, Lavictoire Saint Flery; cousins: Virgil, Francis, St.Motieu, Gedelia, Resilia Homere; other relatives and friends including: Holy Family Catholic Church, Dr. Sharmine Butler, Judy Mitchell, Reginald Bridgewater, Georgina McKinney, Diane Bullard, Garinika Kelly, Asha Miller and family; special thanks to: Dr. Magnus Ekedede, Dr. Edison Thompson and their team, Dr. Dia Servile, staff of Female Medical Ward II at PMH, Treasury Department, Road Traffc Department, Department and Environmental Health, Garvin Tynes Primary, Asa H. Pritchards and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Monday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service For
Leslie Alexander Randolph Major, 77
a resident of #5 Gambier Court, Tropical Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, West Street North. Offciating will be Father Glen C. Nixon assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Cremation will follow.
Leslie was predeceased by his sisters: Leona Mary Adderley, Margaret Major, Angela ‘Terry’ Cox; partner: Valderine Bell; niece: Lorraine Arnett; grandnephew: Quintero.
He is survived by his daughter: Alicia Bell; son: Stephan Hall (Erycka Hall); grandsons: Cameron Hall, Deron Musgrove Jr.; grandaughter: Elyana Hall, Dylan Longley; brothers: Michael Major (Sharon) Rolston Major, Phillip Constantine; sisters: Vernice Major, Anna (Betty) Arnett; brother-in-law: Donald (Andy) Adderley; nephews: Sean Arnett (Carol), Adrian Adderley (Nicola), Adrian Major, Jay Johnson Jr.; nieces: Anita Arnett, Deborah Cartwright, Jacqueline Longley (Anthony), Denise Ferguson, Simone Rahming (Gary), Montgano Hepburn (Preston), Andrea, Bernadette and kendra Adderley, Chandra Rolle (Ryan), Arnette and Crystal Cox; grandnephews: Quinton Mcphee (Samantha Clarke), Quincy Mcphee, Antonio Cartwright, Mario Ferguson, Alexander and Andrew Anett, De’Vvanyo Rahming, Tahj and Tahshawn Hepburn, Javar, Jordan and Jaryn Adderley, Ryan Rolle
Jr.; grandnieces: Janae Adderley, Antaniece Cartwright, Allisa Stuart (Terio), Antonia Longley, Achara Sweeting, Racine Rolle; great grandnephews and nieces: Quintesh Arnett, Quintonique and Quintreka Arnett; great great grand niece: Qaliah Arnett; other relatives and friends including: Fay, Sandra and Ivan Bell, Deborah Freeman (Rick), Paulette Lee (George) Vienna Maise, Clinton Bell (Marie), Michael Halkitis (Sandy) Michael Hall and families, Clinton McCartney (Myrtle), Duke Orlander (Sandra), Roy Barnet (Wendy), Garry Gibson (Denise Ali), Earl Bostwick (Shirley), Ron Armbrister, Members of the St. Francis Xavier Cathedral Men’s Association, Batelco family of 1999, Aquinas College class of 1968, Bahamas Carifta team and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For Gwendolyn Pinder, 82
a resident of Jamaica Avenue, Elizabeth Estate, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, Bahamas, died at her daughter’s residence on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
She is survived by her children: Janice Pinder, Telsine Rolle (James), Jason Pinder, Dellarese Pinder, Lyndale Lewis (Dr. Kirk), Tonya Longley (Andrew), Moira Pinder, Tamika Pinder; sisters: Mae Ruth Ferguson, Paulette Arnett, Mary Ann Strachan; brothers: Felix Strachan, Leroy Strachan, Thomas Strachan and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.
Funeral Service For
Merlene Dorothy Richardson-Fernander, 99
a resident of Vernon Street, Kennedy Subdivision, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Our Lady of The Holy Souls Catholic Church, Deveaux Street, New Providence. Offciating will be Fr. Jonathan A. Duka assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Catholic Cemetery, Tyler Street.
Merlene was predeceased by her grandchild: Glendrae Rolle.
Left to cherish her memories are her beloved daughter: Andrea Fernander-Rolle; sons: Donald Rahming, Charles Rahming; daughter-in-law: Althamese Rahming; grandchildren: Glenrick Rolle, Di’Andrea Rolle-Dean, Charlkeno Rahming, Charlkesha Rahming, Renardo Musgrove, Donovan Rahming; great grandchildren: Rickell Pyfrom (Mauriceo), Rick Rolle, Rickea Rolle, Destiny Rolle, Rickeyo Rolle, Pedro Dean Jr., Chaance Dean, Ryneisha Musgrove, Renardo Jr., Kiara Rahming; great great grandchildren: Stanford Pinder Jr., Mauriyah Pyfrom, Tayvon Rolle; sisters: Lady Joan Fawkes, Paula Gibson, Jane Vivienne; sisters-in-law: Almeria Pinder, Merlene Dorsett; brother-in-law: Lowell Fernández; godsons: Charlie Young, Jewitt Bain; other relatives and friends including but not limited to: Mr. and Mrs. McDonald, Ettajane Simms, Beatrice Ferguson and family, Julia
Bain, Ruth Taylor and family, Denise, Shekna Latasha, Lanka, Candy Johnson, Nilda, Litheria and Philip Coakley, Mia Thomas, Antoinette Rolle and family, Vernon Street Family, Kennedy Subdivision Family, Patrick Williams of National Products, The Pinewood Garden Sugar Apple Street family, Kate Richardson, The Gateway Outreach Ministry of Bimini, Laverne Fowler, Cakes from Adam (a special mention for her birthday tradition), Cedric Bernard, Staff of Princess Margaret Hospital Female Surgical Ward and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For Julie Ann Kemp, 67
a resident of #9 Coral Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at her residence on Tuesday, July 1st, 2025.
She is survived by her husband: Bishop Hubert R. Kemp; 1st son: Oswald Poiter, Ray Anthony (Francesca) Price; daughter: Tina Price; grandchildren: Oswald poitier III, Raegan Price; brothers: George, Wesley Smith; sisters: Mavis Stedman, Donnalee Moss and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.
Memorial Service For Patrice Cassandra Smith, 62
a resident of #5 Sandilands Village, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, Bahamas will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Grace Community Church, #21 Grace Avenue Palmetto Village. Offciating will be Senior Pastor Lyall Bethel assisted by Pastor Stuart Kelly. Cremation was held.
Patrice was predeceased by her parents: Edgar Knowles and Emily Knowles; husband: Randolph Smith; father-in-law: Rev. Dr. Gilbert Smith; brothers-in-law: Richard, Stephen Smith, Brian (Ann) Smith, Wendall (Harriet) Smith, Daniel Smith and Christopher Smith.
She is survived by her children: Ranrico (Andreana) Smith, Indira Smith (Edmund Miller), Brianna (Billy) Allen, Randy Smith (Tiffany Senn); grandchildren: Gabriel Thompson, Matteo Smith, Amora Smith, Kayleigh Allen; brothers: Derek (Judy), Christopher (Francies), Clyde (Lydia), Cordell “Keith” Knowles; sisters: Joyce (Michael) Wells, Remona Cartwright, Helen (Vidmer) Villi, Arlene Knowles (Roosey Sands), Deon (Mark) Cartwright, Karen (Leo) Betschart; aunts: Pearl and Ella Cartwright, Rosie (John) Knowles, Predensa Hayley; uncle: Samuel (Jenny) Knowles; mother-in-law: Margaret Lopez; sisters-in-law: Joanne (David) Johnson; nephews: Anthony (Heather) Wells, Ramon (Michelle) Cartwright, Marco (Lauren) Villi, Mico Villi, Davon (Tonya)
Cartwright, Miguel Cartwright, Cameron Cartwright, Brett Knowles, Nicolas Betschart, Alex Betschart, Lucas Betschart, Ariel Smith and family, Daniel Smith Jr., Neville Smith, Ray Smith, David Johnson 3rd, Dayvon Johnson, Daylan Johnson, Christopher Smith Jr.; nieces: Carla (Enrico) Burrows, Tiffany Wells, Macy (Adam) Dean, Darcy Knowles, Kathia Knowles, Jessica (Rico) Archer, Courtney Knowles, Lindsay Knowles, Abrianna Knowles, Mia Knowles, Lateira (Cordero) Johnson, Crystal Smith, Danecia Smith, Shukuanya Thompson and family, Duran Smith and family, Christina Duncombe and family, Chrisna Mott and family, Wantinese Smith; numerous grandnephews, grandnieces, cousins and other relatives and friends including: Sonia La Roda, Carl Nottage, Jacob Wells, Aliya Wells, Jaxon Wells, Kaitlyn Burrows, Hailey Burrows, Paige Knowles, Cody Cartwright, Connor Cartwright, Elise Villi, Enzo Villi, Elena, Abel, Savannah Cartwright, Selena Cartwright, Luke Cartwright, Liam Cartwright, Layla Cartwright, Christopher, Liam, Ehmi, Brenson Knowles, Adaelyn, Kyrie, Aza’Leah, Robetha Smith and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads.
Death Notice For Willard Wilmore Livingstone, 65
a resident of Yorkshire Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Smith’s Bay, Cat Island, Bahamas died on Friday, June 27th, 2025 at his residence.
He survived by his brother: Prince Livingstone; sisters: Lucetta Johnson, Virginia King, Joanna Rolle and Maud Clarke and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For Emily Virginia Russell, 85
will be held at Regional National Church Of God, Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera, Bahamas on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Bishop Dr. Bishop Clifford N. Petty assisted by Bishop Sylvanus Petty. Interment will follow in Governor’s Harbour Public Cemetery, Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera.
Left to cherish her fond memories are her sons: Garfield Bethel, Prophet Keith Sands {SR}; step children: Darnell Russell Ferguson, Sherry Nixon, Eloise Russell, Alma (Tony) Munroe and Vernica Clayton, Wendell (Linda) West Palm Beach, Eric (Boston), Toney (Serdica), Calton (Elizabeth) Michael, Kenneth (Tina) Keith, Larry (Miami Beach) Lawrence (West Palm Beach) Herman (Cheryl) Russell, Eric Wallace Russell; daughters-in-law: Gloria and Sharmain Bethel, Pastor Aretha Sands; grandchildren: William Bethel (SR) Garfield (JR) Gee Bethel, Garlicia Bethel, Latoya Johnson, Shenique ( Jared) Deveaux, Tarique Fernander, Tevin Bethel, Keith Sands (Vanilla), Keino Sands (Shanika), Keithra Thompson (Chaquille) Kadesha Rolle (Shakhan), Kenva (DR Mark), Thomas (New York) Craig (June) Roker (Freeport) Anthony, Tiano, Lawrence, Jermaine, Tanieka, Latonya, Eddice, Eurika, Bianca (Georgia) Elton, Donell, Don, Russchellea, Chasity, Jasmine, Jamine, Wendy (Mahesh) Jagtiaun, Samanthara Russell, Jason Major (Georgia), Gregory Saunders, Shirgregor (Jeremy), Lynes, Edouardo Greenslade, Preston Ferguson JR, Keith JR, Anfernee Russell, Lakeisha (Richardo) Barrett, Shervante and Perdillion Nixon (JR) Chelsie, Chad, Charlotte, Shantia (Kyron) Stubbs. Renaldo, Sante, Shakara Joseph, Yvette (Tony) Johnson, Phillip (SR), Godfrey (SR) ad Allen Cooper; great grandchildren: William Miller, Daneisha Allen, Tyler, Tamanika Bethel, William, Anthon, Malachi, Tevin Bethel (JR), Sereniti Blatch, Giana and Nevaeh Bethel, Robert and Rakye Martin, Rkoyalte Miller, Jayden and Ethan Deveaux, Keion Sands, Victorious Gierszewski, Kai Dolce, Sha ‘rye and Shaniah Rolle, D’aja Sands, Chr’ya, Ch’kya Alexander Thompson; great grandschildren including but not limited to: Nathan Thomas, Janell and Rashad Harris, Jade and Ken Roker, Gabriel Jag Tiam, Rashad, Rashicp, Jamiyah Basden, Rashad Nixon, Tre and Chase Saunders, Jeremy and J’erlayah Lynes, Reneisha and Tianna Munnings, Raphael Barrett, Keandre and Lavante Major, Micah Wallace; great great grandchild: Logan Allen; brothers: Prince (Lillian), Bishop Clifford (Evangelist Velma) Petty, Bishop Sylvanus Petty, Anthony (Beulah), Leo Sr Petty; sister-in-law: Dolly Petty; brother-in-law: Sidney Similien; nephews-and in-laws: Alfred, Harry (Ethlyn), Cecil, George (Anne), Thaddeus, Ezra, John (Yvonne) Port St Lucie Florida, Leo (Jr), Jason (Sharon), Fedrick (Kara), Michael (Sr), Mario (Tiffany), Lavado, Anthony (Jr), Honourable Sylvanus (Ocilia) Petty, Jerome Davis, Daniel Decosta (Sr), Patrick and Steven Similien; nieces and in-laws: Janel Burrows, Dorothy Jones, Pattie Hepburn, Dale (Phillip) Hepburn, Bernadette (Richard) Robinson, Carol Wood, Kathy Davis, Hyacinth Sands, Aretha Rolle, Avis (Jefferey) Bethel, Stacey Rodgers, Therice Thomas, Wanda Bissainthe, Maria (Evan) Gardiner, Rhonda Saunders, Vanessa Mayne, Mallisa (Jerrado) Sr Rolle, Sandy Similien, Minister Monique Johnson, Shonelle McPhee, Apostle Magaret (Jerry) Seymour, Donna, Shana, Maleah, Clementina, Brendalee, Roxianne, Leathia, Lateisha, Roshante, Le’Shanti , Ashanti, Amanda, Ashley Petty; numerous grand nieces and grand nephews; cousins: Minister RuthMae (Bishop Lloyd Cartwright), Princess Whymms, Rosetta Deleveaux, Nelson and George Burrows, George (Sherry), Theadore (Anne), Paul (Jenny), Joyce and Harriet Petty, Pamela Moss, Dr. Minister Emily Petty, Bertha Pinder, John (Carol) Petty (Florida), Joyce Culmer, Emily Ferguson, James Cooper, Olga Wilchombe, Pauline, Trevor, Frank Cooper, Pastor Troy Sands & Family, Elder Merilyn Sands and Family and numerous other cousins too mnumerous to mention; god child: Ashanti Johnson; god sisters: Stephanie (Vernal) Bethel, Paula (Oswald) Bethel, Sandra Young; care giver: Betty (Livingston) Rolle; other relatives and friends including, Alicia Bethel (Nassau), Llona Johnson, Cooper and Culmer Family (Savannah Sound) Pinder’s and Scavella’s Family (Hatchet Bay) Honourable Phillip Bethel and Family, Maxwell Homer and Family (Harbour Island), Agnes Bethel and Family, Juan & Pastor Carlton Gardiner and Family, Pastor Daniel Gierszewski and Family, Pastor Dwight (Joan ) Cambridge, Rev Dr. Audley (Waide) Hepburn, The Fernanders, Stubbs, Rolle’s, Griffins, Prescott’s, Pinder’s, Johnsons, Gaitor’s, Gibson’s, Sands, Thompson’s, Regional National Church Of God Family, Touching Lives Ministries Family, Ebenezer Baptist Church Family, Medical Staff of Palmetto Point Clinic, Medical Staff Of Princess Margaret Hospital, and the entire community of Governor’s Harbour and other relatives and friends.
Funeral Service For Henry Theodore Allen, J. P.
will be held on Saturday, July 12th, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at Wesley Methodist Church, Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas. Officiating will be Rev. James Neilly President - Bahamas Conference of The Methodist Church (BCMC) assisted by Rev. Carla Culmer & Bro. Ian Carey. Interment will follow in Tarpum Bay Public Cemetery, Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera.
Henry Allen was predeceased by his daughter: Jacqueline Bernice Allen Sands; great grandson: Philip Javano Sands III; brothers: William, Anthony ‘Boss’ and George ‘Old Dad’ Allen; sisters: Ruth Carey, Naomi Edwards, Karen Gardiner, Darlene Morley; nephew: Henry Allen; niece: Deverne Morley Cartwright.
Those left to celebrate Henry Allen’s life and legacy are his wife: Helen Prudence Allen; sister: JulieAnn (Timothy) Carey; children: Delphine Turner, George Allen, Helena Edwards and Jason Allen; adopted children: Melanie Sands, Regina Watts, Leona Roberts, Sammy Brown, James Moss, Bruce Sands; grandchildren: Philip Turner Jr., Terron (Brittney) Allen, Javano Sands, Ivis (Warren) Young, Nathan Edwards, Philicia Sands, Bernard Turner, Bernice Turner, Jalan Edwards, Geordan Allen, Nya Allen, Aliyah Allen, Caitlin Allen, Jayla Allen, Jason Allen Jr.; great grandchildren: Liam Allen, Philip Turner III, Jaden Allen, Nova Edwards, Mikal Turner, Warren Young III, Zoya Turner, Laila Allen, Shiloh Edwards; sons-in-law: Philip Turner Sr., Philip Perry Sands, Glen Edwards; daughters-in-law: Yan Allen, Catherine Allen; brothers-in-law: Timothy Carey, Brad Gardiner, Gordon Carey, Obediah Goodman, Hon. Philip M. Bethel, Orlando Morley, Francis ‘Moon’ Carey, James ‘Alexander’ Carey; sistersin-law: Esther-Mae Allen, Aggie Culmer, Yvonne Bethel, Sandra Goodman, Betty Carey, Tenisha Carey; nieces: Sterline (David) Morley, Rondah (Alonzo) Pratt, Charmaine Munroe, Florena (Elton) Symonette, Nadine (Ian) Carey, Keisha (Maxwell) Moncur, Esther (Anwar) Rolle, Carol Allen, Julie (Levan) Hinsey, Ann (Timothy) Morley, Nadia and Shamika Allen, Glenyce Cartwright, Davaughn Cartwright, Nicholette Culmer, Nickayla Gardiner, Niccara (Terell) Thurston, Yvette (Gregory) Stuart, Tanya Culmer, Regina Hall, Deborah Bethel, Tryphaena Jean, Vashni Carey, Timna Goodman, Melissa (Nigel) Rolle, Raquel Carey, Iviscilla Carey; nephews: Timothy (Yvette) Ingraham, Marvin (Patrice) Ingraham), Shaun (Sandra) Ingraham and Steven (Mercia) Ingraham; Desmond (Charlene) Carey, Johnathan (Antonia) Carey, Dr. Gregory (Indi) Carey Bradley and Brawley Gardiner, Anthony ‘Boss’ Allen, Jr.; Gerod (Vernice) Allen, Wallace (Michelle) Allen, Benjamin (Murissa) Allen, Lamott (Erica) Allen and Cordero Allen; George Keith Allen Jr., Glenvon Cartwright, Charles (Theresa) and Anthony (Charmaine) Culmer; Herman and Luke Bethel; Javan Goodman; James and Jamal Carey; cousins: John Norris Carey and family, Parrynell Sands and family, Mary Miller and family, John and Christina Carey and family, John D and Andrea Carey, the family of the late Sidney and Naomi Major, the family of the late Evangelina Jarvis, Wallace Allen II and family, the late Dewitt and Remelda Carey and family, the late Ethelyn Hunt family, Romell (Pam) Allen, the late Mary & Amos Moss family, the late Emma Cooper family; god children: Regina Ingraham, Shantell McCartney, Vanessa Campbell, Kinky’s youngest friend: Tanna Carey; special friends: Marie Ingraham and family, Columbus and Delphine Carey, Tessa Hunt,Elaine Hunt, George Edwards and family, James Smith and family, Reuben Goodman and family, Melinda and Michelle Pelecanos, Lawrence Carey and family, Lewis Johnson, Hewie, Augusta and Jackson, Lashanda Leary and family, Ian Carey and family, Arlene Sweeting, Florence Morley and family; Janet Pratt Hunt; Sharon Thompson, Trudy McCartney and family. William and Bobbett Goodman, Leslie Sinous Jr.; other relatives and friends: Aqueelah Thompson and family, Fred Carey and family, Peter Carey and family, Mizpah Major and family, Talmadge and Violet Knowles, Bro. Charles & Dina Rolle, Pastor Brenville Nottage. Junior Charlow and Miriam Hanna, Rodrick and Bettylynn Carey and family; Marina Taylor and family; Rhonda Saunders and family; Sharlene and Antonia Carey, Marilyn and Martin Munroe and family; Claudia, Natasha, Thomas and Chandra Sands, Mr. Kermit Cates and family. The late Virgil Ingraham and family, the late Bert and Iris Carey and family; the late Tony Symonette family, the family of the late Harold Munnings Sr. The Homeowners Associations of Double Bay, Winding Bay and Windermere Island, Nurse Velma Dorsett and other medical professionals from the Department of Public Health, South Eleuthera district. Dr. Sidney Smith. Dr. Zena Friend and team from the Family Medical Center. Dr. Italya Goodman, the staff at The Princess Margaret Hospital, Hon. Clay Sweeting, MP for Central and South Eleuthera, The Sun Oil company and staff,Wesley Methodist Church, Tarpum Bay, Bahamas Conference of Methodist Churches, the entire community of Tarpum Bay, the Central and Southern district of Eleuthera and others too numerous to mention!
Funeral Service For Eloise Ann Huyler, 82 affectionately called “Grammy” “Sugar Plum”
a resident of # 71 Forge Street Kennedy Subdivision, New Providence, Bahamas who died at her residence on Friday, June 27th, 2025 will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Church, Third Street Coconut Grove. Father Simeon Roberts will officiate and interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery Tyler Street.
She is survived by her father: Basil Francis Theodore Huyler; children: David Huyler, Jade Peter (Peko) Sands, Patrice Ann Huyler, Kermit Antonio Smith; grandchildren: Emerald, Jade, Jarell, Joey, Justin, J’shon Sands; Joi’ Isaacs (Selvyn Stubbs), Ghandi Levarity, Addina Boyd Johnson; great grandchildren: Kaileigh Ann, Haileigh Ann Stubbs; A’syriah Boyd, Marvin Johnson Jr.; sisters: Meria Davis; Bloneva Johnson; Pauline Blake of Ontario, Canada, Theodoris(Trixie Huyler), Jacqueline Huyler-Reckley, Sabrina Huyler-Ramsey, Claudette Huyler-Beal, Gweneth HuylerBarr, Stephanie Huyler-Forbes,Lavern Huyler- Bostwick, Danielle Daphne Huyler-Bain, Tina Huyler; brothers: Maxwell and Phillip Walkes, Nolan Carey; Valentine, Lopez, Eurestone (Luke), Lowell, Nicholas, Patrick Huyler; sisters-in-law: Karen Walkes, Janice Taylor, Johnny Ruth Dukes, Annalee, Sharmaine, Gaye Huyler; brothers-in-law: Enzie Blake, Alexander Reckley, Earl Ramsey, Andrew Beal, Donald Barr, Dr. Samuel Bain, Gregory Bullard; aunts: Dorothea Strachan, Julia Thompson, Hannah (Anna) Brooks, Dianne Archer; uncles: John (Femo) Neymour, Thomas (Hilton) Archer of Grand Bahama, Duke Errol Strachan, Sylvester
Ramsey; nieces: Samantha Walkes, Glenelle Scanterbury, Bridgette Dukes, Meresha, Phillipaa, Gelena, Cara, Tara, Janice, Daynette Blackwell, Wanda McPhee, Alecea Johnson-Williams, Bianca Maycock-Lord, Jeannie Scavella, Natasha, Ladrana, Ambrosene, Anastarcia, Valentina, Kaylisa, Sabarina, Natalia, Felicia, Carla, Daniellr, Kenique Forbes, Claudette, Theresa E, Haille Bostwick; nephews: Sean Blake of Ontario Canada, Maxwell and Tory Walkes of Miami Florida, Elvis, SBlaise Jr., Craig, Sgt. Marvin Johnson, Michael, Jude, Corey, Orey, Perez, Antanasio, Roberto, Ambrose, Hilary II, Vivian, Nicholas, Leon, Viviasvan, Jefferson, Daniel, Andrew, Rashad, Dominic, Jermaine, Damien, Angelo, Brandon, Dino, Devereaux, Michael, Kent, Kenron and Arthur; cousins: Nickie, Ernest, Marla, Stephen, Gerard, Karen, Stephen, Adrian, Maarcian, Devon, Kaina, Kerra, Teenie, Lynn, Wayde, Everette Jr., Lavern, Kevin, Eartha, Thelia, Theresa, Vincent, Florence, Anthon, Russell, Denise, Nicki, Kenneth, Donzel Jr., Dr. Philip Huyler, Rogann, Glendia, Gregory, Yvonne, Leslie, Jeremy, Stephen, Jennifer, Francis; special family and friends including: Edwin Ramsey, Ernestine and Keith Spencer, Mae Brown, Levar Burrows, Marye Johnson, Millicent Thompson, Vincent Fernandez, Emily Johnson, Anthony Pearce, Bernice, Serena and Kermie Brown, Lynn Nichsolson and family, Malena Dames-Scott, Neil and Dwaine Adderley, Nikkita Rankine and family. The descendants of Vera Carey of Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera Bahamas.
Relatives anfd friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on (TODAY) Friday from 11:00-5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 12:00 noon to service time.
Death Notice For Simon Mark Anthony, 45
a resident of Waterford, Eleuthera, Bahamas died on Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Monica Janthia Fernander, 63
a resident of # 3 Apple Street off Wulff Road, New Providence, Bahamas who died at her residence on Friday, June 20th, 2025 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Prince Street. Father Jude Vilma will officiate.Cremation will follow.
Left to mourn her passing are her loving children: Andrew Fernander Jr. (Tamika), Ryan Fernander and Sasha Fernander; grandchildren: Xavier Fernander, M’kai Fernander, Kaylee Fernander; siblings: Naomi Burrows, Carlon Burrows Antoinette Cartwright(Barry) Amanda Burrows, Miriam Darville (Ricky) Roseanna McHardy (Douglas) Stella Turnquest (Sherwin) Aaron and Joseph Burrows (Dan Bauer); adopted siblings: Mary, Michael and Matthew Sweeting and Carolyn Stuart; nieces & nephews: Alex Cartwright, Mariano Turnquest (Theresa), Austin, Dustin, Destiny Turnquest, Joanna Taylor (Shanton), Riché Darville, Nakita (Omari), Claudine Sears, Alfred, Andrew, Denice, Beth, Mary, Cleophus, Bernice, Georgiana, Catherine, Jamilee Tucker, Antonio, Jamaal, Shanthe, Jamaro, Annalise and Dana McHardy, Roosevelt Burrows, Mustimbo Roberts, Rajiv Roberts, Alvin Strachan, Odessa Roberts; brothers-in-law: Harry, Dewitt, Howard and Sherwin Fernander; sisters-in-law: Deborah Fernander, Doreen Gardiner, Deloris Thompson, Marion Fernander, Valarie Fernander, Michelle Fernander, Mary Desinor and Nancy Fernander; special friend: Andrew Johnson; numerous other relatives and friends including: Deran Sands, Perline Leary, Harry Appolon, Raghib and Bree Roach, Wellington Hall, Mrs. Tynes, Ted Thompson, Cynthia Thompson, Cyrena Wallace, Andy Bethel, Elizabeth Cumberbatch, Mrs. Bernadette RamseyJohnson, Aquinas College Class of 1980, St. Andrew’s Kirk Church family.
Relatives and friends may may their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on (TODAY) Friday from 11;00-5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For
Miguel Francisco Obregon, 80
of Marlin Drive, Nassau who passed away at the Princess Margaret Hopital on Thursday, June 26th, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Valeria of 57 years; two sons: Miguel (Maria) Obregon and Darren (Melanie) Obregon; grandson: Travis Obregon; granddaughters: Savannah (Sam) Rivera, Lauren and Megan Obregon; great granddaughter: Elena Rivera; brothers-in-law: Dr. Gary (Myrtle) Curry and Denny Curry; sistersin-law: Audrey Darville and Nancy (Larry) Russell of Missouri; nephews: Ricardo (Pamela) Darville and Bradford Darville, Dr Christopher (Raquel) Curry and Craig Russell of Missouri; nieces: Debra and Donna Darville, Martina (John) McSweeney, Patti (Barry) Lowe, Sharon Eldermire, Carmen Trani, Tanya and Trina Russell of Missouri. He will also be greatly missed by longtime friend Lucene Sears.
Death Notice For
Peter Charles Peters, 75
of Yamacraw Hill Road, New Providence, Bahamas and previously of Tedder Close sadly passed away at Doctors Hospital on Monday, 7th July, 2025.
He is survived by his wife, Lee and his three four-legged friends, Molly, Maggie and May all of whom don’t know what to do without him. He has also left behind his many friends and musicians that he has known all of his life.
A date for his Memorial (a musical one of course) will be announced shortly.
There will be no Funeral Service
Death Notice For
Victoria Bernadette Roberts, 75
of Palm Cay, New Providence, Bahamas, died at her residence on Tuesday, 8th July, 2025.
She was predeceased by her husband, Gregory Roberts; parents, Thomas and Winifred Armaly; brother, Michael Armaly; sisters, Sadie Lowe and Wanda Cartwright.
She is survived by sons, Duane and Chad Roberts; daughter, Dawn Marie Roberts; grandson, Joshua Roberts; granddaughters, Dylan, Hailee and Logan Roberts; brother, Grabiel Armaly; sisters, Paulena Bowe, Virigina Roberts and Maria Gatis; daughters-in-law, Jennifer Roberts and Candice Roberts and many other relatives and close friends.
Funeral Service For
Rev. Laura Zelia Dean Miller, 101
of West Dennis Court, Yellew Elder Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Arthur Town, Cat Island, Bahamas will be held at St. John’s Native Baptist Cathedral, Meeting Street, New Providence on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at 10:00am. Officiating will be The Right Hon. Bishop Carrington S. Pinder assisted by Rev. Dr. Alonzo Hinsey Sr., Rev. Dr. Anthony J. Carroll (Special Assistant Cat Isl District), Rev. Carroll Johnson (District Pastor, Cat Island). Interment will be held at St. John’s Native Baptist Cathedral Cemetery, New Providence.
Mama Laura was predeceased by her husband: Samuel Miller Sr.; sons: Richard and former Retired Sgt. Phillip Armbrister Sr.
Precious memories will forever linger in the hearts of her 5 daughters: Yvonne Pratt, Jennie Mae (David) Higgs, Rhoda Mae (Sidney) Rolle; Clara (Floyd) Walker, Drucilla Kemp; 1 son: Reserve Inspector Kenneth (Daphne) Miller Sr.; steps son: Samuel (Alsaida) Miller; granddaughters: Lauria Bonamy, Patricia Chatti, Dedgrie Cox, Keena Herious, Kara (Michael) Fountain, Kim Gilbert, Sidricka Rolle, Vardlee (Kenyon) Cargill, Falon Walker, Shakeia (Rolando) Thompson Sr., Tiffany (Cliff) Mortimer, Stephanie (Craig) Sands Sr., Richardette, Larica, Randesha, Lakita, Phyllis, Philippa Armbrister; grandsons: Kevin Herious, Dremecio (Tracey) Culmer, Deandre & Shanirre Dames, Devon (Elaine) Kemp, Eldreko Thompson, Sidney Rolle Jr., Kenneth Jr., Kenton, Kendrick Miller, Phillip Jr., Leevan (Crystal), Pete (Patria), Keon, Richard Jr., Ran-dolph Armbrister; great grandsons: Dedrick Cox, Joenathan Miller, Rolando Thompson Jr., Kenyon Cargill Jr., Juan Wilson, Dillon Thompson, Devon Jr., Kaiden Kemp, Neil, Dremecio Jr., Culmer, Barrecio, Jabez, Mateo, Deran Jr., Asahd Herious, Craig Jr., Cranston Jr. great granddaughters: Meghyn, Morghyn, Maddyson Fountain, Alyssa Wyche, Rishan Rahming, Alexia Laing, Syngular Brown, Shakhia, Nevaeh Thompson, Casey Cargill, Bella & Haley Fox, Lauren Herious, Shamia & Anthonique Culmer, Tyl-ah Mortimer, Adassa, Destiny, Patrice, Cridesha, Lashae Sands; 10 great great grandchildren, 1 sister: Deaconess Eliza Pinder; sistersin-law: Jacqueline & Iris Dean; adopted children: Min Norman & Min Wordel Dean, Corene Rolle, Catherine (Carnot) Louis, Denise King, Ann (Troy) Armbrose, Garth Thurston, Edroy (Teira) Williams, Pastor Vernis Storr, Neaka, Sadie, Gracie, Jenny; adopted grandchildren, step grandchildren: Children of Samuel Miller Jr., Children of the late Charles, Gladstone, Naomi Miller, Reginald & Alice Williams, Inez
Forbes; nieces: Linda Dean-Clarke, Melony Dean-Scavella, Wendy (Maxwell) Mcneil, Faye Dean-Miller, Renea (Raphael) Holmes, April (Arnold) Simms, Yvette (Cornell) Williams, Portia, Gillian, Tammy, Elva Dean, Maeoni Webb, Helena (Birthlon) Newbold, Zilpha (Malcolm) Thurston, Flora, Marina Dean, Lillian, Joyce, Ivy Dean, Evelyn (Ornan) Johnson, Viola Robinson, Roselda Flowers, Marionette, Leona, Ruth (Michael) Ellis, Vernice Dorsett, Cleomi (Freddie) Burrows, Paula Williams, Janice (Maxwell) Dean, Edris, Henrietta,Virgie, Altomese, Doramae Joyce Miller, Betty Reckley, Kay Forbes, Sherrie, Donna, Melonie, Neressa, Melvina Miller, Daisy Armbrister, Katie Thurston & Family, Mackell Dean & Family; nephews: Calvin (Judy) Dean, Isaac Jr., Ezra Jr., Mark (Avrie), Vernon, Sammy (Gilene), Sterling, Elisha (Simone), Frederick (Rowena) Pinder, Edward, Stephen (Lanora), Randy (Precious), Shaft (Stacy), Bishop Steve (Lornia), Bishop Anthony (Tiffany), Howard (Sharmaine), Rodney (Genevieve), McNeil, Travis (June), Rev Ricardo (Gay), Nardo, Alfred Dean & Family, Willard (Coral), Oral (Corradell), Glen (Ruth) Dean, Wadney Simmons & Family, Alexander (Elanor), Perry, Tyrone (Pamela) Williams, Michael Dean, Arnold Miller, James Colebrooke, Cyril, Ledley, Mario Miller; numerous grandneices & grandnephew; god child: Irene Smith-Rolle; close friends & relatives: The Right Honorable Prime Minister & MP for Cat Island, Rum Cay & San Salvador Philip (Brave) & Lady Ann Marie Davis, Bishop Carrington & Rev. Sabrina Pinder, Bishop Emeritus Rev. Dr. Michael & Rev. Hilda Symonette, Apostle Delton & Min Calpurnia Fernander, Rev. Vernita Stubbs, Pastor Caroll Johnson, Pastor Geoffrey & Heather Woods, Pastor Deneice Bethel, Rev Inez Moss, Rev. Ellerston ( Daphne) Smith, Rev Anthony (Cheryl) Carroll, Rev. Lindsay (Eulene)Williamson, Arlene Ching, Pearlene, Kim Saunders, Janet Johnson, Elsaida Porter & Family, Leader Eleanor Rolle, Rev Reginald & Delcita Ferguson, Blatch, Thompson, Dean Family Freeport & U.S.A, The Grand-children of late Lottie Campbell, The Children of late Teddy Thompson, Sheila Seymour, Shirley Bonamy & Family, Veronica Ferguson & Family, Patricia Saunders, Agatha Williams, Roselda Gibson, Nurse Julie Mackey, Stacy Strachan & Family, Mavis Johnson & Family, Betty Jane Stubbs & Family, The Dean, Pratt, Webb, Williams, Thurston, Campbell, Bonamy, Russell, Higgs, Bowles, Newbold, McDonald, Rahming, Armbrister, Duncombe, King, Burrows Families, The Bahamas Baptist Women Missionary Convention, The Entire Community Of Cat Island From North To South Especially Arthur’s Town, Orange Creek & Dumfries, The St John’s Native Baptist Society Of Churches; many other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Please forgive us if we inadvertently excluded your name. We thank everyone for your prayers and support during this time.
May her beautiful Soul Rest in Peace.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects in the “Rudolph Pratt Memorial Suite” at Amethyst Memorial, #534 East Street South (opposite Fresh Auto Car Lot) on Friday, July 11th, 2025 from 11:00a.m to 6:00p.m.
Sean D. Pratt-L.F.D&E C.E.O
Funeral Service For
Jean Rene Joseph, 92
of Yamacraw Beach, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at St. Margarets Parish, Kemp Road, New Providence on Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at 10:00am. Officiating will be Father Whitfield Hutcheson. Interment will follow in the St Margarets Cemetery, New Providence.
He was predeceased by his loving wife: Iris Jeanette Barr Joseph; children: Anthony & Rowena Joseph, Livingston Forbes, Michael Johnson.
Left to cherished his memories are his children: Renea, Rachael, Adina (Jason), Tiffany, Timothy, Crystal (Melvin), Sherman (Deidre), Michelle (Roscoe); adopted children: Ianthia Forbes, Yvette Willie; grandchildren: Insp 3407 Kevin Deveaux (Dakota), Shaquille, Khadijah (PC 4364 Cordero McKinney), Jodi, Cordero, Demario, Tanajah, Tamika & Tamiko, Shermel (Ian), Tamar, Damien (Deandra), Michaelette & Michael Jr.; great grandchildren: Shiloh, Keanu & Cataleya, Trayton, JahLani, Tamar Jr. & Tayshawn, D’Angelo, Shervanno, RaynellTaelor & Shiloh Tyler, Natasha; sisters-in-law: Thelma, Sandra(Cherite), Christine, Patricia; nieces and nephews: Supt. Geneice Barr-Boodle(Marvin), Marvin, Ian, Roslyn, Christopher, Joy (Robert), Eugene, Shakera,Anastasia, Anton, Ashlyn, Monique, Raquel, Lavardo, Trevelis , Travelis; and a host
of other relatives and friends including: Kent Major, Trevor Turnquest, Thomas Ingraham, Endave Bascom, Clara Moncur and family, Yuolanda Strachan, Vera(Chillian) Carter and family, Inell Adderley, Kevin Deveaux & family, Diane & Wendall Ramsey and family, Bishop Donald Duran Smith, Hon. Jobeth Coleby-Davis & the Elizabeth constituency, Quincy Strachan,Judy Smith-Gilbert, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church family, South Beach Post Office, Wendy’s Bahamas, Rui Hotel, neighbors of Seagull Gardens.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at the Newbold Brothers Funeral Home on (TODAY) Friday, July 11th, 2025 form 10:00am- 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 9:00am until service time.
Death Notice For
Ishniequa Shavanda Culmer, 26
of 128 Wulff Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, 29th June, 2025.
Left to cherish her precious memories are her father: Ishmael Culmer, mother: Shenique Neely; step mother: Nadia Clarke; grandparent: Rosemary Culmer, Brenda Green-Munnings; siblings: Maddison & London Culmer, Stephon Neely, Alexandria Moss, numerous other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Services For
Ena Lee Major, 90 née Strachan
of Clarence Town, Long Island, Bahamas who died on Sunday, June 22, 2025 will be held at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Clarence Town, Long Island on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
Offciating will be Fr. Andrew Bernady assisted by Catechist Leonard Cartwright and Catechist Paul Cartwright. Interment will follow in Clarence Town Catholic Cemetery, Clarence Town, Long Island.
Ena was predeceased by her parents: Ellen NewmanKnowles and Leedon Strachan; husband: Henry Major; Children, Patrick and Fern Major; sister:Grace Strachan Taylor.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children: Leo Major, Sharon Major- Roberts & Gaye (Richard) Bykowski; grandchildren: Trystan Kemp, Nairoshee, Xavier (Latoya) & Abigail Roberts; great grandchildren: Mihailia Beneby, Darielle Gaitor, Hadriel Roberts, Nailah & Jai’r Cooper; brother: Peter (Barbara) Strachan; sisters: Colleen Adderley, Olivia Turnquest, Thelma (Thomas) Dean, Elma Garraway, Harriet/ Betty (Clyde) Pratt, Joan Pinder, Ruth (Leroy) Sumner, Rose Bethell, Eleze (Allan) Scavella; nephews: Ian (Asha) Adderley, Thomas “Trevor” Dean, Robert (Lynaire) Garraway, Wyne (Lisa) & Garven (Denise) Taylor, Jevon (Ja’Meicia) Pinder, Kareem and Nikita Sumner, Regillio & Carlos Bethell, Neil Scavella, Kermit & Clarence Major, Edwin, Benno, Sydney, Fabian & Damien Johnson, Anthony, Leonard & Fredrick Major, Peter Minnis, Don & Douglas Major, Phillip, Sherman & Andrew Marche; nieces: Jacqueline (Paul) Knowles, Karenza (Robert) Prude, Ericka (Patrick) Gardiner, Tamica Adderley, Thania Redman, Antonia (Crispin) Benjamin, Anna Maria, Chinique (Philip) Kemp, Chinarae (Damani)Horton, Hilda Gaitor, Nathania Taylor, Keri (Andy) Cartwright, Michaela (Michael) Budhi, Candilaria Thompson, Taniha Strachan, Elethera (Leroy) Curry, Rosetta Major, Karen Major, Cheryl Lydner, Deborah Lewis, Joanne Francis, Donna Brown, Seraphina Johnson, Geneva Rutherford, Cheryl Minnis, Hellen Major, Janeil Stringfellow, Jackie Major, Patricia Delaney, Michelle Major, Yvonne Russell, Bridgette Davis & Alexis Marche-Duncombe; brother & sisters-in-law: William Taylor, Priscilla Johnson & Beatrice Marche; relatives & special friends: Reginald and Annie Minnis, Carlos and Sarah Milander, Eric Taylor, Bonnie Blake, Louise McMahon, Carl, Tyrell, Bernard and Marvin Emmanuel, Laurinda Roker, Sheldon Major, Shantelle Major-Rolle and Sharelle Major, Mark and Stanleyka Taylor, Philip and Keith Taylor, Sister Mary Benedict Pratt, Delores Bowe, Oralee Bowe, Naomi Major, Beatrice Taylor and Family, Beryl Adams, Vincent and Suzie Lockhart, Catholic Community of Long Island, Andre and Erica Darville, Nancy Turnquest, Kermit and Bishop Kendrick Forbes, Dexter, Karim, Deon, Brian Vaughn and Ashley, Stella Rolle, Cindy and Valentino Gardiner, Rudolph and Naomi Pratt, Charlotte Major, Abby Newman, Lynfeld (Kay) Newman, Cardinal, Ronald and Roger (Sarah) Newman, Bridget (Anthony) Gibson, Prescola Newman, Barbara Newman, Ruth Martinborough, Shawn Baker, Vaughn Watkins, Veronica Cartwright, Rose Rodriguez, McKinnley and Barbara Wells, Carmalita Treco, Mike Smith, Luke and Britney Maillis, Charles and Theresa Knowles, Basil Fox, Pastor and Mrs. Craig Fox, Henry and Georgie Darville, Leonard and Louise Cartwright, Freddy Tucker, Jeffrey and Lorraine Turnquest, Josh and Gloria Major, Ellis Major and Family, Eloise Bethel, Isabel Knowles, Maria Darville, Alma Knowles, Linda Reeve, Kate Reeve-Losee, Dave and Peggy McFadden, Martha Bruno, Commissioner Connard Bethel, Andre Moxey, Gordon and Christine
Brennen and Family, Paul and Ruth Cartwright, Margot John, Inez Major, Ian Knowles, Allen and Syl Knowles, Mario and Claudia Cartwright, Silas and Gail Turnquest, Crystal Cartwright, Ruth Turnquest, Alba, Anthony and Lupe Bykowski, Larry and Ann Cartwright, Maxine Ritchie, Butch Remus, Cheryl Adderley, Sue Knowles, The Ladies Friendship Club and numerous extended family members, friends and the community of Long Island. Special thanks are extended to Dr. Adrian Dean and staff at Long Island Medical Clinic, as well as the Doctors and Staff at Dr. David Simms Memorial Health Centre, Mrs. Jandilee Archer, Island Administrator; and to the Caregivers: Belle Cartwright, Michelle Newman and Cecilia Munroe.
Viewing will be held at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Clarence Town, Long Island on (TODAY) 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.
Brenda Charles, 35
of Homestead Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas who died Sunday, June 22, 2025 will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, 11:00am at Victory Chapel Church of the Nazerene, Minnie Street. Offciating will be Pastor Antione St. Loui and Pastor Henri Cher-Aime assisted by other ministers. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.
She is survived by her parents: Saintilia & Novela Charles; two sisters: Christine Lutus & Nancie Dorely; two brothers-in-law: Kenny Lutus & Marc Dorely; nieces: Kayla Lutus, Mariah Dorely; nephew: Benjamin Lutus; aunts: Gerta Louis, Norzelia Pierre Gustave and Antoinise Charles; uncles: Maxi Louis, Salomon Alexander and Albert Pierre; cousins: Alex Louis, Aaron Louis, Benjamin Louis, Cherlande Louis, Abigail Louis, Daniel Louis, Nathan Louis, Sindy Charles, Brian Charles, David Charles, Skinly Gustave, Skinley Gustave Manuel Julien, Dwiny Julien Lensky Julien, King-Marc Louis, Belizaire Louis, Marco Louis, Ruth Shamma Louis, Leonie Durand, Eva Louis, Jean Michel Louis, Emmanuel Louis, Shirley CherAime, Cher-Aime, Jesica Christopher, Dina Cher-Aime, Judy Cher-Aime, Ben CherAime, Peguy Charles, Raymond Charles, Laroche Charles, Claudia Charles, Blancheur Charles, Menors Charles, Anise Saintil, Yasmide Saintil, Ludie Saintil, Altagrace Saintil, Nadia Saintil, Eric Bouqet, Rickinson Bouqet, Adrienne Saintilien, Claudy Saintilien, Patrick Saintilien, Ange Marie Dorval, Julianna Sidoles & Senat Cenat, Odaliene Adolph, Raymona Adolph, Lison Adolph, Woillas Adolph, Jacklin Adolph, Brunika Adolph, Shelten Adolph; close family & friends including: Benita Philemon & Family, Liane Charles, Yvette Munroe & Family, Mitha Paul & The Dorely Family, The Lutus Family, Robin Pierre, Mideline Francois, Marc Paul, Ruth Martinborough, Pastor Gary Sweeting, Calvary Haitian Baptist Church Family, Victory Chapel Church Family, Emmanuel Baptist Church & The Wade Family, Dr. Kevin Moss Pulmonary & Critical Care Team, Bahamas Welding & Fire Team and The Englerston Constituency.
Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street on (TODAY) Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 10:00am until service time.
Funeral Services For
Flossiemae Rowena Symonette, 70
of Bamboo Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, 11:00am at Trinity Global Ministries, Marshall Road, New Providence. Offciating will be Bishop Trevor Williamson assisted by Apostle Dorinda Dean. Interment will be held in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence.
Lovingly remembered and awaiting the glad re-union in heaven; someday some happy day where all the saints will be gathered there, as we carry on her legacy grandchildren: Elvanique (Nikky), Elvis Jr. Elyiah Symonette, Paula, Pederika, Philmore, Faye and Codero; great granddaughter: E’Lani Symonette; sisters: Elder Shirley King (Jamal) Leadon, Kathiemae Symonette and Velma Davis & Dorothy Symonette, Carolyn & Sandra Miller; brothers: Garnet Cox, Stephen (Kalesta) Johnson; daughter-in-law: Monique Bastian-Symonette; nieces & nephews: Delshawn King, Reno (Yvette) Brown, Olando & Kizzy Brown, Lamont & Brandon, Trevor & Anthony, Crystal, Lynette, Garnet Jr. and Jamal Cox, Alphanique Higgs, Tevin and Kristin, Karstea, Toni, Shenika and Denver; adopted son: Desmond Fernander; nieces & nephews: Delshanique, Windiesha, Richee Renique, David, Demarrinique, Axavier, Lamya, Lamont Jr., Trevor Jr., Anthony Jr., Dajayah,n Denver Jr., Trevor Jr., Theora, Carter and Avery of Georgia, Tamara, Lavard; aunts and uncles: Marietta (Cassius deceased) Moss, Inez (Rev. Elkin deceased) Symonette, Rev. John and Alfreda Symonette and their respective families including the family of Solomon Miller (deceased) and Desalene Johnson (deceased); cousins: Gloria Williamson, Curtis Deveaux, Louis (deceased) & Myrtle Deveaux, Rackel Ferguson, Syblene McPhee, Descendants of Stanley, Preston Eziekel & Esau Johnson (deceased), Brendal Stevens, Apostle Dorinda Dean and their respective families; and a host of other relatives, family and friends: Shelia Fernander, Sylvia Miller, Patricia Clarke, Eleanor Hepburn, Cynthia Knowles, Paulette Dean, Fern Sands, Mildred Knowles, Joanna Glinton, Betty Armbrister Crystal Palace Casino Crew, The former Hospitality Association, Pinefeld Improvement Family (PIC), the entire Johnson, Deveaux and Symonette; special thanks to: Dr. Julia Dorsette, Dr. Curling and Dr. Ramphae who took special care of her during her illness. The family would like to use this opportunity to thank you for touching Flossie’s Life in a meaningful way. A host of relative and friends too many to mention.
We love you Flossie, until then our hearts will go on singing, until then with joy well carry on, until the day our eyes behold the city, until the day God calls us home. Sleep in heavenly peace our beloved sweet Flossiemae!
Viewing will be held in the Celestial Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited Robinson & Soldier Roads from on Friday, July 11, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 8:30am until service time.
Edmond Edgar Johnson, 65
of Martinique Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11:30 am at Grace Communion International, Lumumba Lane off Fox Hill Road, New Providence. Offciating will be Pastor Robert McKinney assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Cremation will follow.
Memories will forever linger in the heart of his wife: Sharlene Johnson; mother: Florence Johnson; children: Jasmin (Antoine) Sturrup, Jarcel Johnson, Jonece (Akeem) Burrows, Edmond (Gaynel) Johnson Jr., Jessica Johnson and Ashton Johnson; grandchildren: Jeniah and Jordyn Burrows, MicKaylah Larrimore, Jared Sturrup, Jediah and Jehirah Johnson; step grandchildren: Josiah Miller and Jeniah Johnson; sisters: Jan McKinney, and Deborah Johnson; closest friends and “Brothers”: Patrick Newman and Timothy Moore; brothers-in-law: Samuel McKinney, Joseph, Ephriam, Adrian, Terrance and Kent Wood; uncles: John Nesbitt, John Johnson; aunts: Lucille Shirley Johnson and Michelle Nesbitt; nieces: Coolie, Delphenia and Latoya Johnson, Samantha Lewis, Lewann Wildgoose, Tranae Martin, DeAndrea, Adrianna and Daria Wood, Joan-Nichole Johnson; nephews: Michael Johnson, Nathan and David McKinney, Jonathan Wildgoose, Joseph, Kent (Jr) and Kevaughn Wood, Ricardo Martin, Travis and Travon Wood; grandnieces and grandnephews: Donovan Johnson, Kiera Johnson, Talayah Culmer; cousins: Bertram Jr., Natasha, Crystal, Terah, Sheldon, Tavairo, Berkley and Dencil Johnson, Sharon Hinds, Gregory Green, Fredricka Gibson, Melvern Butler, Walter, Orcha, and De’Andrea Whyms, Patrick Marshall, Ingrid, Rio, Alpachino, Kino, Tamara, Takara, Tiffany Jonathan and Okhell Nesbitt and Denise Williams, Kerry Adderley, Patrick Jr., Leonardo and Talia Newman; other relatives and friends including: Anthony Mather and Hazel Seymour, Leshan McPhee and family, Shelmerdine Carwright and family, Donald Burrows and Family Phillipa Mckinney and Family, Peter Bethel and Family, Dr Lisa Hoverman and family, Jarrett Dean and family, Desmond and Dwayne Allen, Iris Tynes and family Robert and Tanya McKinney and the entire McKinney family, Dr. Marcella Elliott- Ferguson, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Hampton, Mr. and Mrs. Leeford Burke, Valarie Walkes and Family, Olive Lundy, Dwayne, Machelo and Fernando Lundy The entire Wood Family, Oswald & Veronica Moore and Family, Silas Moore and family, John Bain Jr & family, Mr. James Moxey The Martinque Road and Polhemus Street families and a host of other friends and family too numerous to mention.
Viewing will be held in the Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary Robinson & Soldier Roads on Friday at the church from10:30 am until service time.
Sheila Mae Minns, 72
of Rosedale Street (Rolle Avenue) New Providence, Bahamas, died peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2025.
She is survived by 4 children: Monique Smith, Bridgette Rahming, Troy Ferguson & Stephanie Symonette; grandchildren: Mark, Robert Jr., Asia, Demeka, Raj, Kassidy, Paige & Kaiden; great grandchildren: Destinee & Mark Jr.; siblings: Ivy Minns, Sandra Butler, Don Rolle, Danwith, Simeon, Nigel & Bertram Minns; numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices For
Egsmena Ann Sheridon Parkes, 60
of R.E. Cooper Estates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of St. Catherine, Jamaica died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, July, 4, 2025.
She is survived by her daughters: Sasha Hemmings, Demoya Morgan, Dominique Morgan and Felicia Flowers; sister: Nichola Burton; brothers: Anthony Parkes and Tashion Johnson; grandchildren; Eden & Mason; step father: Horace Johnson; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
David Reginald King, 56
of Wilson Bay, Cat Island, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
He is survived by his son: Davon King; siblings: Estella King, Nathaniel King, Timothy King, Nelson King, Daniel King, Ezra King, Rose Smith, Altamese King; numerous other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Mr. John Trevor Kemp, 53
of #503 Inagua Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 12th, 2025, 12:00 noon at The Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King, East Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Offciating will be Canon Norman Lightbourne assisted by Canon Curtis Robinson, Rev. Marie Roach and Father Colin Saunders. Interment will follow at Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.
Precious memories will linger in the hearts of his loving and devoted mother: Terrecita Rose Kemp; brother: Kevin Navern Kemp; uncles: Garnet, Stanmitz and Preston Kemp; aunts: Mable Stubbs, (Andros), Margaret Kemp-Cunningham, Ellen Kemp and Carol Curry; godmother: Olga Culmer; cousins: Patrice (Herbert) Woodside, Tanya Albury, Portia (Camolo) McCoy, Darlene Gibson (Branch Manager, Commonwealth Bank), Sharyia Stubbs, Shanell (Gregory) Smith, Ricardo Kemp, John Jr. (Chajuan) Kemp, Orlando (Ferlishka) Kemp, Beverley Kemp and family, Loretta Stubbs and family (Fresh Creek, Andros), Lorelda Burrows family (Nassau), Renae, Kim, Tryon and Trevis Burrows, Mary Smith and family (Miami, Fla.), Kingsley and Mary Williams (Miami, Fla.), Retired Superintendent of Police Kenrey Stubbs (Marsha) and family, Vangie Wilkinson-Penn and family, Veron and Cynthia Wilkinson, Joan, Donna and Daphne Douglas and family (Orlando), Bernadette Bartlett and family, Adrian Johnson and family, Hosea and Bobby Adderley and family, Coakley family (Nassau, Canada and New York), Hyacinth Saunders and family, Pam, Leslie and Minkey Isaacs, Whyatt Johnson and family, Betty (Charles) Moss, Alfred Stubbs Jr., Kimberlee (Uriel) Adderley, Scotia Wilkinson and family; Prophetess Jasmin Darius (former Senator) and family, Bobby and Ginger Swain and family, Stephen Johnson and family, Cestina Nixon and family, Leroy Bell; bis beloved pet: Cinnamon; friends: Hon. Maurice Moore and family, Hon. C. A. Smith and family, Mr. Harvey Tynes and family, Norris Carroll and family, Terence R. H. Gape, Esq, Neville Wilchcombe II, Ruth Bowe Darville and family, Dr. Iva Dahl-Brown and family, Jethlyn Burrows and family, Cassietta McIntosh-Pelecanos and family, Kevin and Sandra Russell, Dwight Anderson and family, Judge Petra Hanna and Neville Adderley and family, Angela Hanna, Valentino and Moreno Hamilton, Vandyke Pratt and family, Pedro Jerry Outten, Perpall and family, Dr. Alfred and Vivian Brathwaite and family, Shirley Knowles, Andrew Albury, management and staff at Ministry of Tourism (Nassau and Freeport), management and staff at Registrar General (Nassau and Freeport), Jerry Outten, Stafford and Mary Culmer and family, Ms.
Katherin Williams and family, Rev. Edward and Rev. Margo Victor and family, Keshelia Simmons, Dwight Anderson and family, Charles LaRoda, Mario Gray, Gary Russell; and a host of other relatives and close friends including: Rt. Hon. Phillip “Brave Davis, Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Perry G. Christie, Hon. I. Chester Cooper, D.P.M., Hon. Dr. Michal Darville, M.P., Hon. Glennis HannaMartin, M.P., Hon. Ginger Moxey, Hon. Alfred Sears, M.P., Hon. Fred Mitchell, Hon. Jomo Campbell, Sen. Ryan Pinder, Attorney General, Hon. Kingsley Smith, M.P., Hon. Michael Pintard and family, Opp. Leader, Hon. Kwasi Thompson and family, Sen. Kirk Russell, Sen. James Turner, Actg. Dep. Chief Judge Charlton Smith, Sir. Franklyn Wilson and family (Nassau), Keith and Yvette McSweeney, Justice Sir Franklin Williams Q.C., Justice Estelle Gray-Evans and family, Lula Gray and family (Nassau), Annie Pinder, Joy Rodgers, Cabrina Adderley and family, Michelle Reckley and family, Johnson and Kemp Family (Hatchet Bay), Lawrence McIntosh and family, Debbie and Fritz Bootle, Cynthia Donaldson and family, Celeste McIntosh and family, Mr. Abner and family, Lynn Darville and family, Dashville Williams, Mrs. Carolyn Hanna and family, Mrs. Ethlyn Major and family, Pam Gibby and family (United Kingdom), Valeria Culmer and family, Harriett “Baby” Johnson and family, Sandra Dressier and family (New York), Nadra Wilson, Carmetta Miller and family, Angeles Ortaga (Mexico), Zack and Sharon Francis and family, Joice Gage, Dorcas Sawyer and family, Clearice, Sharon Johnon, Temeaka, Mrs., Rahming and Mrs. Archer (neighbours), Reno Smith and family, Student Association at Eugene Dupuch Law School, Bucking University Law School (London); Class of ’89 – F.A.H.S., Bradley and Bryan Neymour and family, Ellen Romer and family, Eddie Whan and family, Natasha Burrows and family, Mr. Fred Black and Staff at Third Dimension, Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Bullard and Staff at Bullard’s Plumbing, Staff at Chappie’s Pharmacy, Mr. and Mrs. Clarkson Mack (Mack’s Auto), Mrs. Patricia Dickenson, Management and Staff at Tristar Insurance at First Care Medical (Freeport and Nassau), Doctors, Nurses and Supporting Staff at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Dr. Odia Stubbs (Freeport), Dr. Kevin Bethel, Dr. Pandy and Staff at Family Wellness Centre, Norma Pyfrom and family, Prince and Mordine Smith and family, Sheila Cox (Nassau), Consular Joyce Bowe (Atty-at-law), Bishop Laish Boyd and family, Dean Harry Bain and family, Cannon Norman Lightbourne and family, Cannon Curtis Robinson and family, Archdeacon Keith Cartwright, Fr. Colin Saunders and family, Fr. Kirk Russell and family, Rev. Marie Roach and family, Stephanie and Keith Seymour, Cecil and Barbara Thompson, Offcers and Members at Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King Church especially the Sanctuary Choir. We apologize for names that may not appear in print but you are forever in our hearts!
Viewing will be held in the “Serenity Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until service.
Funeral Services For
Ms. Krystle Jessica Laing, 41
of #230 Explorers Way, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 12th, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at Freeport Bible Church, Norma Headly Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Offciating will be Pastor Karol Roache. Cremation will follow.
Precious memories will linger in the hearts of her loving and devoted parents: Kenneth and Cecilia Suezette Laing; grandparents: John Clayton and Addrella Selma Stuart; sisters and brothers: Christerlina Laing Parisod (Florian), Kellie Laing, Erica Curry (Maxwell), Kenuth Laing, Mario and Marcus (Petrah) Laing, Devaughn Munroe (Darvonya) and Chanelle Munroe Gibson (Demarco); nieces and nephews: Noah and Aza Parisod, Kameron Woolery, Rihanna Laing, Khassidi Khamran, Khalyn, Dejah, Paige, Paisley and Promise Laing; aunts and uncles: Nicolette Stuart, Julieth McCarfferty (Martin), Christabel Saunders (Stephen), Maryann Higgs Clarke, Clive Stuart, Clothilda Whymns, Sherla Rolle, Barbara Levarity, Janet Higgs, Bridgette Johnson (Leslie), Karen Stuart, Judith Henfeld (Clifford), Carolyn Stuart, Rosalie Long Simmons (Jefferson), Brenda Stuart, Leland Levarity (Denise), Valentino Stuart, Beverly Barnette and Patricia Robins; numerous cousins including: Marvin Jones (Keva), Anthonesha Jones, Lanece and Shanté Clark, Evan Saunders, Jayden Stuart, Tiffany Hamilton (Jamal), Tyrell Scavella, Monique Clarke (Christopher), Roxy and Jenero Whymns, Rowena Martin (Terrell), Malisha Ellis (Develon), Desmond, Carol and Paris Stuart, Alicia and Alexzandria Henfeld, David Collie, Antisha and Philicia Brown, D’Anthra, Brandon and Brion Adderley, James and Kadegia Long, Marisa Long Cartwright (Terrance) and Latrell Bain; godchildren: Bernard, Cay’den and Mm’Qhii; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Laing and Stuart family, Parisod family (Switzerland), Nicholette Duncombe, Shakia Darville, Pastor, Offcers and Members at the New Horizon Worship Center, especially Director and Staff at Grand Bahama Post Offce and others too numerous to mention.
At the Request of the Family there will be “NO PUBLIC VIEWING”. Persons wishing to sign the “Book of Condolences” may do so in The Foyer” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time. The Family is Thanking You ALL for honouring their request.
In lieu of foral arrangements, donations can be made in her name to one of
the following: Mammogram Access Program, Commonwealth Bank, branch # 21105, account # 1051006380. “Donation in the name of Krystle Laing” in the payment reference.
New Horizon Worship Centre, First Caribbean, branch/transit # 09726, account # 201754910. “Building Fund donation in the name of Krystle Laing” in the payment reference.
Mrs. Donell Kate Bullard, 73
of #102 Acklins Place, Hawksbill, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 12th, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Methodist Church, East Sunrise Highway, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Offciating will be Pastor Elkanah Seymour. Interment will follow at West Gate Memorial Gardens, Hawksbill, Grand Bahama.
Precious memories will linger in the hearts of her loving and devoted Husband: Noel Bullard Sr.; daughter: Persissa Hamilton-Moxey; son: Noel Bullard Jr.; grandchildren: Rhaya and Noah Bullard; step daughter: Tasha White; sisters: Helen, Yvonne and Laverne Hamilton; nieces: Annie Pearl (Robert) Hepburn, Natasha Fairweather, Lunniece Sears, Erica Evans, Megan and Eden McPhee; nephews: Patrick Hamilton, Rufus Hamilton, Stephen Hamilton, Lunnon Sears, Stephen Roker, Stephen Ferguson, Jay Roker, and Marlon McPhee; grandnieces: Katisha Palmer and Rushan Hamilton; grandnephews: Rashad, Taylen, Adari and Kyle Hamilton; great grandniece: Kyrie and Kenzie Palmer, Casey Murray, Gabrielle (Godfrey) Knowles and Gianna Knowles; great, great grandnephew: Godfrey Rashan Knowles; great, great, great grandnephew: Devante Scavella; sisters-inlaw: Dorothy Bullard, Betty Bullard, Loretta Bain, Virginia Moss and Beverley Munkners; brother-in-law: Garnet Bullard; great grandmother: Amanda Gold Adderley; aunt: Sheba-Mae Morley; and a host of other Relatives and Friends including: Morris (Hester) Clarke, Iva Rolle, Maverick (Keshia) Moxey Charles (Sheila) Moxey, Andre (Lillian) Moxey, Ricardo (Nequita) Moxey; and the entire Hawksbill Community.
Viewing will be held in the “Celestial Suite” Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until service time.
Memorial Services For
Ms. Jean Beverley Gibson, 79
of #26 Gulford Crest, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of St. Elizabeth, Jamaica will be held on Saturday, July 12th, 2025, 3:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness, Comet Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Offciating will be Chairman Stephen Stuart.
She was predeceased by her parents:Seymour and Esmay Woolcock; son: Christopher; daughter: Rhona Blake; brothers: Audley Bent and Lionel Woolcock.
Precious memories will linger in the hearts of her loving and devoted daughter: Andrea Cooper; sons: Kingsley Staple and Kevin Cooper; daughters-in-law: Merle Staple and Ruth Cooper; son-in-law; grandchildren: Amari and Alyssa Cooper, Staffa Mitchell, Richard and Derval Salmon; brothers: Ray, Keith and Wayne Woolcock; sisters: Patricia, Marcia and Sandra Woolcock, Sybil Foster; sisters-in-law: Joyce Davis, Annie Lewis and Claire Woolcock; cousins: Falon Jean-Jacques, Felicia Martin, Eric Cambridge, Talmage, Terrance, Drexel and Norman Cooper, Lavita and Latecia Cooper, Daphane Hanah and a host of other relatives and close friends including: John Knowles, Edith Dean and family, Jackie Mercelin and family, Julissa Wilson, Joseph Thompson and family, Wes and Stephanie Ford and family, Hubert and Paula Marshall and family, Robert Hall and family, Hildreth Ferguson and family, Leona Thompson, Heather Jones, Miriaam Frith and family, Selma Ashe and family, Patrick Kemp and family, Mark and Maureen Rampersaud, Catherine Hendfeld, Alain JeanJacques, Sandra Porter, Eddie Rhaming and family, Forbes family, Barbara Stubbs, Rougedell Garlin and family, Alvin Levarity and family, John Sands and family, Susie Turnquest and family.
Persons wishing to sign the “Book of Condolences” may do so in “The Foyer” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 1:30 p.m. until service time.
Mr. Basil William Smith, 80
of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of George Town, Exuma, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, July 12th, 2025, 9:00 a.m. at The ProCathedral of Christ the King, East Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Offciating will be Canon Norman Lightbourne assisted by Father Colin Saunders. Interment of the Cremains will be immediate be made at The Columbarium & Remembrance Garden of The ProCathedral of Christ the King.
Precious memories will linger in the hearts of his beloved sisters: Cynthia Melzer, Anne Pistilli; brother-in-law: David (Faye) Mcphail; nieces and nephews: Minette Andrews, Marina McLaughlin, Mario Pistilli, Michael Melzer, Philip Smith, Simon Chappell, Laura Chappell, Christine Smith, Lilla Smith, Llewellyn Smith, Minette Smith, Joyce Darville, Hank Smith, Paul Smith and Bradley Smith.
Persons wishing to sign the “Book of Condolences” may do so in “The Foyer” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service For Death Notices For
Retired Nursing Offcer Minister Palma Pratt, 99
of # 415 Grenada Avenue, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Dumfries, Cat Island, Bahamas will be held on Friday, July 11th, 2025, 10:00 a.m. at Jubilee Cathedral, Cathedral Boulevard, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Offciating will be Bishop Dr. Godfrey R. Williams assisted by Pastor Laquez Williams. Interment will follow at Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.
Precious memories will linger in the hearts of her sons: Dr. Godfrey Pratt (Elita), Deacon Deraine Pratt, Matthian and Vandyke Pratt (Latoya); daughters: Dr. Paula Mortimer (Averell), Candace and Elaine Pratt; adopted daughters: Pamela Knowles, Yvonne Pratt, Beryl Armbrister, Hanna Dames (Bobby), Edith Gardiner and Mayglena Penn; daughters-in-law: Elita and Latoya Pratt; sons-in-law: Bobby Dames and Averell Mortimer; grandchildren: Nurse Leisa Johnson, Ann Terelle Pratt, Llereva Roker (Eugene), Joshua Bethel, Joshua Pratt, Jordyn Pratt, Jayden Pratt, Gabrielle, Ariel and Adara Pratt, Patricia Brown, Kim Gilbert, Bianca Armbrister, Barron Pratt (Petula), Ian Dames (Angela), Ikan Dames (Leslie), Ethan Danes (Francina) and Indira Adderley (Sean); great grandchildren: Asher Johnson, Breanna Roker, Ethan Roker, Emma Roker, Singular, Sierra, Vaughn, Barron, Dejah and Nicholas Pratt; numerous relatives, nieces, nephews & friends including: The Honourable Madame Justice Joyann Ferguson, Alicia Rolle, Deaconess Sheila Seymour (Patrick), Deaconess Elsaida Porter, Mavis Butler, Louise Davis, Shirley Cleare, Arthur and Rosa Pratt, Virgil and Virginia Pratt, Rev..Jerome and Karen Pratt, Stephanie and Keith Seymour, Madeline Gray, Sharon Dames, Beryl Elliot, Marilyn Pratt, Angela Pratt, Alice Gilbert, Lena Pratt, Dr. Patricia Pratt, Wendell Pratt, Bradley Pratt, Gary, Edward and Ornan Pratt, Mark Pratt, David Pratt, Brian, Basil and Michael Pratt, Henry Curry, Earl Curry, John Curry, Clayton and Yolanda Pratt, Ron and Tammy Pratt, Charles Jr. & Kim Pratt, Kimberly and Emerson Doorway, Azure-Dee Pratt, Joanna Newbold, Willamae Woods, Tryphena and Fred Moss, Barbara Stubbs, Sheryl Forbes, Linkworth and Lisa Stubbs, Milton Newbold, Anthony and Sherice Newbold, Zennarene Stubbs Garcia and Juan Roberto Garcia, Elsie Swain, Minister Roosevelt and Carla Rolle, Rosheeda Rolle, Roshanda Rolle, Roshawn Rolle, Roshad and Sasha Rolle, Roosevelt Jr. and Alana Rolle.
Viewing will be held in the “Celestial Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 8:30 a.m. until service time.
Mr. Anthony Ramon Nesbill, 58 affectionately called “Bush”
of #131 Trianna Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025.
He was predeceased by his mother: Albertha Nesbitt.
He is survived by his father: Lloyd Nesbitt; daughter: Anthonique Nesbitt; granddaughter: Hope Smith; sisters: Valeria Rolle, Angela Rolle, Antoinette Nesbitt, Andrea Bethel and Valon Rahming; brothers: Angelo Nesbitt, Valentino Nesbitt and Marco Nesbitt; numerous nieces and nephews; aunts: Littrean Johnson and Toni Evans; uncle: Junor Brown and a host of other Relatives and Friends.
Arrangements for the Funeral Service are being fnalized and details will be announced at a later date.
Ms. Dionne Nicolette Williams, 56
of # 474 Grenada Avenue, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Grand Bahama on Friday, July 4th, 2025.
She is survived by her daughter: Jordan Williams; grandchildren: Jer’vante Forbes, Jer’tae Forbes and Jaylen Forbes; mother: Beryl Williams; father: David Williams; sisters: Davitta Williams, Nicole Williams and Alisha Williams; brother: Mark Williams; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and a host of other relatives and friends.
Arrangements for the Funeral Service are being fnalized and details will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Samuel Mills Jr., 44
of Research Drive, Cobb County, Marietta Atlanta Georgia will be held on Saturday, July, 12, 2025, 10:00am at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Cedar Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas. Offciating will be Pastor Marvin Mills assisted by Minister Berkeley Roberts. Interment will follow in the Cedar Harbour Cemetery, Cedar Harbour, Abaco.
Samuel Mills Jr. was predeceased by his parents: the late Reverend Samuel Sr. and Mother Monica Mills.
Left to cherish the fond memories of Samual Mills Jr. are his children: Ezra and Nathaniel Mills; siblings: Generose, Curtis (Bridgette), Denise Mills and Samantha (Wistler) Charles; nieces and nephew: Anya (Joseph) Cox, Jr., Donald Sawyer, Curtisher (Tarvis) Ambrose, Aaden & Cayden Austin, Joshuel & Caitlyn Charles, Kelphene (Tracy) Thurston, May-D’Jana Paul and Zhyon Thompson; grand nephew & niece: Jamari Cox and Kaley Thurston; aunts & uncles: Erma and Alexander “Joy” Duncombe, Rudolph Pinder, Sr., Ellabie and Brian Rolle, Sr., Sheila and Eddison Cooper, Boynell “Chubby” Williams, Calvin, Sharon, Steadman, Berkley and Andrae Roberts, Zelma and Paul Albury; godparents: Bishop Tyrone and Mother Maureen Mills; cousins: Coreisa Kemp, Patrana Chisholm, Maxine, Marguerita and Tamara Duncombe, Valarie Murphy, Karen and Malinda LaRoda, Austine Russell, Lavina Darville, Winnifred King, Katrina Thompson, Sheralyn Albury, Shenique Smith, Valderine Gervais, Pherrol and Alton Duncombe, Rodulph Jr., Wellington, Donald and Garvin Pinder, Ryan LaRoda, Paul Leander Albury, II., Zyndal and Kranston Key, Elkin Bar, Gytrell Williams, Elesia Delancey, LaTasha and Sheanda Rolle, Dinnea and Megan Cooper, Nairoshe, Abigail Roberts, Anthony and Brian Rolle, Jr., Chadwell Wallace, Ricardo Williams, Rasheed Cooper, Calvin Jr., Berkley Roberts, Jr., Xavier, Jaquan and Jami Roberts, Jayden and Gabrielle Bethel, Gian, Atalia, Royalty, Rakaia and Ricardo Rolle, Kevon, Kevia Kemp, Samantha, Dorthia Thompson, Kendera, Charece and Shania Kemp, Breana and Bruce Chisholm, Valencia, Destiny and Sariah LaRoda, Shante Burrows, Keiasha Curry, Leander, Leandria and Leante Albury, Kierra “KK” Rolle, Robin Russell, Grace Smith, Stevo and Stephano Curry, Valencia LaRoda, Caleb and Caliea Taylor, Rashad and Rudolph Pinder III, Wellington Pinder, Jr., Mataio Pinder, Deandra, Leonardo, Lavado, Lavisco, Ramond King, Akella Pinder, Latonia, Terinique Jones, Gernell, Onika and Gervonte’ Gervais, Leroyann Sweeting, Deswood, Kranston Jr., Kranstonea, Shavon, Trevano, Sean, Shannon, Kedero, Delkino, Mark Jr. and Savannah, Cynthia Brown, Viola Johnson, Lillian Wells, Judy Storr, Lydia Burrows, Michelle Mills-McIntosh, Pearl, Jenive, Kadrin, Monique, Pastor Marvin and Melvern Mills. Pastor Edward and Nelda LaRoda, Pastor Clint and Wendy LaRoda, Donald & Doris Cash, Pastor Kirk and Jacqueline
Stuart, Mildred Pople, Judith Brown, Arnett Stuart, Berthia and Joseph Knowles, Sr., Patsy Burrows, Gracey Thomas, Bernard and Zelma Sawyer, Sharon and Curtis Wildgoose, Neville and Shirley Kemp, Leon Wilchombe, Chris and Elaine Wilchombe, Gerald & Olga Wilchombe, Netherine Johnson, Edora & Wilfred Curry, Ronald & Judy Russell and their families; other relatives & friends: Pastor Marvin Mills and Ebenezer Baptist Church Family, Pastor Anthony Sampson and Zion South Beach Baptist Church Family, Apostle Paul and Elder Maxine Butler and Bahamas Christian Fellowship Family, The General Post Offce, N.P., Attorney Darnell Dorsette, Bishop Herbert and Minister Millicent Edgecombe, Mr. Kirk Cornish, MP for North Abaco, Shirlin Bootle Secondary School Class of 1998, Minister Rosevelt Wells, Pastor Tyrone and Mother Doreen Mills, Pastor Silbert and Dolly Mills, Pastor Elon and Maureen McIntosh, Pastor John and Enid McIntosh, Pastor Daniel and Yolanda Curry, Pastor Jackie and Christina Curry, Pastor Leslie and Ruth Cornish, Fredamae and Troy Grant, Deacon Pete and Johnell Cooper, Carla Bain, Herbie Styles, Marvin Austin, Kendall Kemp, Lofton and Alma Mills and Family, Walter and Deborah Russell and Family, Michael and Sandra Russell and Family, Dario and Aprila Gibson, Annie Green, Barbara Thompson, Faith Bain, Leona Green, Sandra Knowles, Charlie and Idella Mills and Family, Tamika Wells, Charlene Knowles, Omese Allan, Wendal Rolle, Don, Earlin, Junie, Lional, Steve, Vernita and Weldarine Mills, Dorcas Mills, Jeffrey Thompson, Gwendolyn Bain, Leona Gardiner and Family, Joseph & Yvette Cooper and Family, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cox, Sr., Lisa and Rico Simms, Bruce Chisholm, Simeon Murphy, Misty LaRoda, Romeo Delancey, Garnell Pinder, Jane Darville, Tony King, Vertil Pinder, Zion United Baptist Church Family and the entire Island of Abaco.
Viewing will be held on Friday at Ebenezer Baptist Church from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and on Saturday until service time.
Death Notice For Mr. Hoshea Joe Ferguson, 82
of # 12 Tasmania Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Thursday, June 22nd, 2025.
He is survived by his son: Craiton (Miriam) Ellis; grandchildren: Craiton Ellis Jr., Cravon EllisSeitaram, Ramon and Devon Ellis; brothers: Frederick and Michael Rolle; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Arrangements for the Funeral Service are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Victor Charles Percentie Jr., 72 affectionately called ‘Jac-Vic’
Death Notices For Mithlene Virginia Evans Virgil, 67
formerly of Bay Street, Harbour Island, Eleuthera, Bahamas died on Wednesday, 2 July, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Joan Davis Percentie; sons: Devon Edgecombe, Cardaro Percentie, Trevon Higgs; only daughter: Branay McDonald; grandchildren: Brynn Roberts & Chanz Percentie; siblings: Jackswell Percentie, Richard Percentie, Naomi Fowler, Maurice Percentie, William Percentie, Lydia Durham, Lionel Percentie and a host of relatives and friends.
Please keep the Percentie family in your prayers.
Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
a resident of Golden Gate #2, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, 25 June, 2025.
She is survived by her three sons: Richard, Kendrick, Cleej Virgil; daughter: Glenda Virgil; two brothers: William and Cave Evans; two sisters: Shirley and Gertrude Evans; numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Services For
Maude Astrid Louise Brookes, 90
of Lancaster Lane, Stapledon Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 16th July, 2025 at Grants Town Wesley Methodist Church, Baillou Hill Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev. L. Carla R. Culmer assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road, New Providence.
Left to cherish fond memories of Maude are her daughters: Joyanne Ferguson, Cheryl Bloomfield, Daphne Fraser-Bell; sonsin-law: Daniel Ferguson, Dr. Homer Bloomfield, Dr. Graeme Fraser-Bell; granddaughter: Dr. Shileah Ferguson; sisters: Maureen Rahming, Jane Adderley; nieces and nephews: Maxwell (Eve) Poitier, Paula (Tom) Darcy, Marcian (Valarie), Lorna and Gerard Mortimer; Vernelle and Rev. Charles Carey, Patricia (Terrance) Fountain, Sonjia (Bruno) Roberts, Brian (Cassandra) Adderley, Bradley Smith; Roosevelt, Dianne and Monique Rahming, Earl (Clare) Rahming; Brandford Chase, Hugh (Primrose) Chase, Haldane (Darlene) Chase, Eliese, Arthur, Gail, Renee and Colyn Chase; Rev. Manette Poitier-Cripps, Ida (Kenneth) Turnquest, Spencer Poitier, Wendy Poitier; Florestine (Dwight) Sawyer, Eric (Theodora) Poitier, Marie (Terrence) Smith; Lena (Selwyn) Dottin, Carol Morley, Joan (Otto) Fountain, Fredrick and Trevor (Llewelyn) Burgzorg; Michael and Sharon Poitier, Charisse (Alexander) Brown, Claudia (Vaughn) Glinton, Alfred (Daphne), Anthony(Hazel), Catherine, Kenneth (Avis), Iris, Sherry, Selwyn (Dellarese), Orsmond (Kimberley), steven (Jennifer); godchildren: Vernelle Adderley, Anthony Tony Brown, F. Renee McKinneyCalendar, Sharon Poitier; special friends: Nathalie Bonimy, Doris Culmer, Audrey Deveaux, Dorothy Billy Godet, Octavia Johnson, Ruth Lightbourne, Jackie Lockhart, Ruth Major, Donna Marshall, Merle Mills, Merriel Charlow; other relatives and friends: Stacia and Dr. Tanya Chase, Tiffany Clare, Elma Campbell Chase and family, Joan Brookes and Monicia Brookes, Brianna Carey, Joan Beckford, Pauline Salmon, Kirk and Olliemae Tynes and family, Terry Brennan and family, Allison Laverity and family, Shonel Ferguson, Neil Symonette, Eleanor Butler, Marvin and Zelia Butler, Khaalis Rolle, Peter and Lenora Daniels, Lena Bloomfield and
Family, Betty Bell & Family, Dr. Raleigh Butler and Dr. Rosamund Erskine Butler and Staff, the Staff of the Dental and Medical Care Center, Nurse Clarke, Nurse Forbes, Nurse McIntosh, Dr. Marsha Williams-Bethel, The Staff of Lyndhurst Medical, Wesley Methodist Church Grants Town; four-Legged grands: Maddison, Louis, Shadow, Poppy and other relatives and friends.
May Her Soul Rest in Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Tuesday, 15th July, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday, 16th July, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Deborah Louise Bain, 70
of Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, 12th July, 2025 at the Chapel of Bethel Brothers Morticians, #44a Nassau Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Fr. Roderick Bain. Cremation will follow.
Ms. Bain is survived by her friend of forty years: Mr. Lowell Darling; brotherin-law: Rev. Carl Oliver; nieces: Irene, Paula, Julia, and Francia Oliver, Faith (Michael) Rolle and Suzette (Harcourt) Nixon; nephews: Jerome, Tony, and Carl (Lesa) Oliver, Hon. Myles (Andrea) Laroda; cousins: Henry, Clifford and David Daxon, Rachell Daxon, Reginald Knowles, Landa and John Peters; and a host of family and friends inclusive of: Reverand Father Roderick Bain, the members of St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Melonie Bain and Family, Patrice Darling, The Darling Family; godchild: Dora and Family, Ethel Jordan and Family, Shenikah Clarke and Family, Lugia Adderley, Ms. Gordon and Family, Sheila Moxey and Family, Lisa Fields and Family, Jerry Cumberbatch and Family, Josephine, Robert and Hannah Foster, Ms. Sweeting, Patsy Jones and Family, and the Residents of Cripple Hill, Crooked Island.
May Her Soul Rest in Peace!
Funeral Service For
Craig Emmanuel Rolle, 65
of Bain Street and Eneas Street North, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, 13th July, 2025 at Grants Town Seventh Day Adventist Church, Wellington Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Wilson Isnord assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausleoum, J.F.K. Drive and Gladstone Road, New Providence.
Craig was preceded in death by his parents: David and Mary Rolle.
Left to mourn Craig are his brothers: David, Fairbourne (Joan), Jefferson, Gary, Leslie (Denise) and Ray Rolle; sisters: Jennifer Rolle, Sherry Pinder (Andrew), Vernita Moss and Christina Rolle; uncle: Henry Forbes; aunt: Edna Rolle; nieces: Cherice Sweeting (Lawson), Alisa Gibson (Hezekiah), Shenika Deveaux (Eltura), Pastor Cynara Munroe (Apostle Cleon) Shantique Neeley (Neville) Latonya, Rivas (Norman), Dervin Rolle, Lakeisha and Latoya Moncur-Rolle, Tameka Rolle, Andia Pinder-Kemp (Zane), Kristel Moss-Dean (Rashad), Kristie Moss; nephews: Julian Smith (Ana), Fabian Rolle, Dario (Adrianann), Domonique (Moneisha), Desmond and Deangelo Rolle, Dervin Rolle, Lakeisha and Latoya Moncur-Rolle; Andrew Pinder, Sean Moss (Ines), Neko Moss and Rico Moss; and a host of relatives and friends including: Norwood, Edmund and Ezra Rahming, Elfloy Newry, Ovilda Forbes, Samuel Rodgers, Lorena Rolle, Ellen Forbes, The Hon. Wyde Watson and family and Dr. Tracey Halkitas, Betty Knowles, Yvonne Adderley, Pethrel Miller, Coralee Munroe, Sharelann Rolle,
Jennifer Smith, Prince, Edward, Ralph, Donnie & Ellen Rolle, Patsy Knowles, Mark, John, Timothy, Peter, Eleasar, Joshua & Micah Rolle, Esther Thompson, Elizabeth Brown, Ruby, Rosco & Eric Rolle, Christopher Moss, the children of Wilmore & Valeria Bethel, the children of George and Ellen Forbes, the children of Henry & Ruthnell Forbes; neighbors and friends: Minerva Butler & Family, Cynthia Davis & Family, The Brennen Family, Maurice & Hester Clarke & Family, Philippa Perpall & Family, Linda Bethel & Family, Ivy & Patrick Goodridge, Bebie Farrington, Simone Ardis, Thomas and Dale Forbes, Neville Adderley & Family, Linda Adderley, Melissa Daley, Maverick Clarke, Margaret Bethel & Family, Former Commissioner of Police Clayton Fernander, Administrators & Staff of Ministry of Health, management staff of Morris, Blue Wave and the Bain Street Community.
May His Soul Rest in Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Saturday, 12th July, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and at the church on Sunday, 13th July, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For
Donna Maria March-Nottage,
67
of Pratt Lane, Mackey Street, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, 4th July, 2025.
She is survived by her husband: Rudy Nottage; daughter: Rudi-Marie Bria Nottage; son: Xavier Blair Nottage; grandson: Riley Nottage-Pinder; sisters: Maureen Catalano, Kelly Lockhart-Gaillard and Rhonda March; brothers: Stirling and Frederick March; aunts: Linda March, Lorraine Bethell and Junette Radjpaul; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Cassie Lavania Edwards, 82
of Eastern Estates Subdivision, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, 12th July, 2025 at Wesley Methodist Church, Malcolm Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev’d. Carl C. Campbell assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.
Let to cherish fond memories of Cassie are her son: Ricardo (Bianca) Edwards; daughter: Natasha Edwards; grandsons: Larez (Pedreca) Pinder and Captain Ricardo Edwards; granddaughters: Cassidy Edwards, Tarique Gomez, Brielle Edwards; sister: Maquella Smith of Freeport; brother-in-law: Reg Smith of Exuma; nephews: Walter Lockhart, Locksley (Judy) Cartwright, Dave Cartwright, Max Cartwright (Jennie) of Ohio, William “Mac” (Laverne) Cartwright, Elvis (Virginia) Cartwright, Clement (Patrona) Cartwright, Glenroy Cartwright, David (Vernice) Cartwright, Kyle (Vanessa) Smith; nieces: Jennie CartwrightDemeritte, Jasmine (Lavern) Myers, Carla Cartwright, Katrina (Quincy) Gordon, Kashia Cartwright, Cheryl Bethell, Charlene Carr, Sandra Roberts, Ida (Livingstone) Barbes, Freda Cassandra (Joseph) Lewis, Violet Knowles, Shekera and Lois Cartwright, Alexandra (Ambrose) Armbrister of Atlanta; numerous other relatives and friends along with their families including: the grand children of the late Peggy (Walter) Lockhart, the family of the late Marydell (Kenneth) Carey, the family of the late Gwen (Cecil) Ferguson, the family of the late Una (Ernest) Ebanks, the family of the late Kenneth (Jackie) Carey, the family of the late William (Ruth) Carey, Carolyn Edwards, Efiong Ene, Melanie Paulette Sands, Pamela & Tamika Symmonett, Raquel (Sean) Moss, Trevor (Mitzi) Gomez, Patsy & Shanrese Bain, Larry & Lamar Pinder, Katie Smith, Deangelo Jamaal Lockhart, Nurse Pamela Newbold, The Dawkins family, Florence Morley of Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera, Angela Archer, Murietta Major of Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera, Debbie Carter, Christine (Pedro) Cleare, Ricardo (Sherise) Adderley, the Longley / Lockhart family, Dr. Yvonne Hunter-Johnson of Atlanta, the Outten family, Camille Fields, Una Evans, Carolyn (Dawson) Major, Evie Sturrup, Debbie Johnson, Roberta (Jonathan) Brennen, Reverend Kelli D. Jolly, Reverend Carl C. Campbell, Reverend Theophilus Rolle, the congregation of Wesley Methodist Church Malcolm Road, Wesley Methodist Church Usher Board, Thelma Gibson Womens Group, the community of Tarpum
Bay Eleuthera; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
May Her Soul Rest in Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on (TODAY) Friday, 11th July, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday, 12th July, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For
Kayla Tanya Rutherford
of Bacardi Road, New Providence, Bahamas died on Saturday, 5th July, 2025.
She is survived by her daughter: Kadeisha Lowe; father: Jeremy Rutherford; mother: Patricia Rutherford; sisters: Latoissa Humes and Jerice McDonald; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
DeathNotice For Rebecca Evelyn Deveaux, 91
of Burial Ground Corner, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Kemps Bay, South Andros, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, July 8th, 2025.
She is survived by her daughters: Eleanor Pennerman, Evenette Gardiner, Theresa McPhee and Rose Marie Cunningham; sons: Victor Johnson and Sidney Francis; grandchildren: Shearese Curtis, Tamara Smith, Shequira Symonette, Brittany Johnson, Samantha Isaacs, Najma Walkes, Jazmine RomerRolle, Deresa and Ebony McPhee, Cindy Francis, Danisha Cunningham, Donovan and Marvin Gardiner, Horatio and Kareem Cunningham; sisters: Christine Mathis, Catherine Marion, Helen, Annie Bea, and Rosie Mae Deveaux; brothers: Carl, Freddie, and Eddie Deveaux; great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Edward Henry Godet III, 86
of Tuna Lane, Coral Lakes, New Providence, Bahaas died at his residence on Tuesday, 8th July, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Mary Louise Godet; daughters: Ruth Rosa Burrows, Esther M. Wells, Paula T. Deleveaux and Naomi L. Crawford; son: Edward Godet; grandchildren: Mario, Edveen, Henry, Andrew, Darelle, Dj, Adam, Ahna, Shanique, Jaime, Jodi, Johannah, Gregory and Marc; sisters: Eva Hilton, Maggie Moss, Rosamae Bain, Ruby Graham, Rose Richardson and Hannah Gray; brothers: John, George, Ralph and William (Billy) Godet; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Dreath Notices For
Prudence Louise Smith, 77
of Palm Breeze, Marshall Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Orange Creek, Cat Island, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, 6th July, 2025.
She is survived by her husband: Harris Smith; daughters: Shantely Symonette, Toosdai, Utha and Nicola Smith; sons: Quatova Thompson, Gemo Smith and Kevin Malcom; grandchildren: Denajh, Teanna Smith and Daeavion Sands; sisters: Francetta Johnson, Junamae Cunningham and Deborah Skippings; brother: Sydney Romer; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Oral Hiram Newbold Sr., 49
of Yarrow and Cassie Close, died at his residence on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2025.
He is survived by his daughter: Ramiyah Newbold; son: Oral Newbold Jr.; mother: Pamela Newbold; sisters: Janet Munnings, Gay Dean and Patrona Cartwright; brothers-in-law: Audley Munnings, Pastor Ricardo Dean and Clement Cartwright; numerous aunts and uncles; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Services For
Denzaneea Shanuka Gibson Knowles,
Rosemary
41
affectionately called Denza, 41
a resident of Hepburn Alley, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Golden Gates Native Baptist Church, Lobster Avenue, New Providence on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Louise Newry and Pastor Christopher Nixon. Interment will follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.
Left to cherish her memories are her husband: Sheldon Knowles; mother: Debra Stockdale; 1 brother: Edgbert Gibson (Rodesha); 2 sisters: Oralee and Oramae Gibson; 3 nieces: Cynara and Raniyah Gibson and Shawniece Forbes; 5 nephews: Chrishawn Gibson, Deanzela, Daniel, Marco Williams and Anthony Forbes; 4 aunts: Charlotte Williams, Edrica Munroe, Bridgette Kemp (Wellington), Leontyne Green (David); 4 uncles: Nelson Stockdale, Julius Laing, Rueben Fawkes and Larry Stockdale; step grandmother: Rev. Dottis Stockdale; mother-in-law: Sonia Knowles; father-in-law: Felton Knowles; brothers-in-law: Nathan and Tarrio Knowles; god children: Faraj and Amir Carey and Payton Pierre; best friends: Dr. Sharanique Miller-Carey & Samantha Cooper; special friends: Vanessa Lockhart and Iris Tapia-Balfour; sister from another mother: Dr. Tanya McCartney; cousins: Shantique and Locksley Ricketts, Shirley, Godfrey, RaShawn and Victoria Simms, Andy and Michael Deveaux, Astazio Cooper Sr. and Jr., Desmond, Sherica, Shaquille and Taran Williams, Wendy, Nakisha, Nakita, Allington, Shantina Toney, James, Jamie, Jasmine, James Jr., Bella & Ethan Toney, Rodney, Rodneka, Ricardo and Michael Farrington, Charlene, Valentino, Santino, Devar and Macara Dames, Rebecka, Samantha Toney, Shadiamond, Precious, Jayden Brown, Charlesetta, Frank, Franklyn and Denisha Johnson, Sheanda, Brandy, Bradley Glinton, Shantera Burrows, Shani Hutchinson, Dominique and Dommie Stockdale; relatives and friends: Shanice Gibson, Valencia and Newton Brown and family, Marilyn and John Robinson & family, Pastor Annette Moss and family, Sidney and James McKinney, Oscar, Daren Smith, Ethric Bowe, Wayne Bullard, Barbara, Faye, Nellie, Agatha Farrington, Rose McCartney, Raquel Graham and family, the Rolle family, Dr. Kevin Moss and family, Dr. Rollins, the McGregor family, Morfitt Cancer Centre, the Cancer Society, Dr. Curlin, the Taylor family, Ms. Potter and family, Michelle Burrows, Christine Major, Margaret and Darvey Pratt and family, Margo, Karan, Jennifer Thompson, Pastor Stephen and Nadine Munroe and B.E.I., RIU, Bahamar, Hepburn Alley, the Knowles family, the Saunders family, the Bernard and The Living Waters family, Pastor Rodrick Rolle and family & the Church Without Walls family.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, New Providence from 12:00 noon-6:00 p.m. on Friday and at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
“Elizabeth Stuart”, 71 affectionately called “Rose”
a resident of Sandilands Village, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Christian Life Church, Seabreeze Lane, New Providence on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Jay Simms assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads.
She was predeceased by her daughter: Erica BlancBurrows; parents: Euterpie Knowles-Collie and George Stuart; brothers: James and John Collie and Glen Johnson; sisters: Maude Collie, Naomi Johnson and Linda Stuart.
Left to cherish her legacy are her children: Tania Blanc and Eric Stuart; step daughters: Natasha and Nishka Saunders, Etta Bullard-Johnson; step son: Nikita Saunders; grandchildren: Shanequa Burrows (Orlando, Florida), Shamecka Burrows (Orlando, Florida), Leviticus Damion Maxwell, Exodus, Ephesians, Hebrews, Campbell, Cheyenne and Noah Stuart; sisters: Georgianna Johnson and Martha Ferguson; brothers: Van Johnson, Fritz, Frank, Carl and Sidney Stuart; nieces and nephews: Dencil & Dressler Albury, Marsha Musgrove, Jewel Flowers, Portia & Keva Johnson, Jamal, Raphael, and Byron Ferguson, Leading Woman Marine Jacqueline Smith, Chief Petty Officer Melvin Smith, Leading Mechanic Desmond Rahming; grand nieces and nephews: Chantia, Larissa, Shonae Musgrove, O’Chea Flowers, Omeilia Flowers, Hillisia and Alliha Richards, Sierra Ferguson and Zian Rolle, Travis Bowleg, and Delrico Miller; aunts: Archdeacon Father Kingsley Knowles and family, the late Ethlyn Johnsons and family, the late Mary Knowles and family, the late Althea Knowles and family, the late Evelyn Cooper & family, the late Robert Knowles and family, Pastor Jay Simms, First Lady and family, the Soup Kitchen, Christian Life Church family, Sister Irene Ferguson, sister Gwen, Sister Debbie, Mr. Gibson, Sister Wong and family, Etta Bullard-Johnson Family, Portia Knowles, Olivia Wells, Tiffany Knowles, Timeca Knowles, Alma Knowles, Terrance Knowles and Timothy and the entire Knowles family, Theo and Kcee Cleare and family, Ethel Grant and the Brown Family, The Butlers and Meyer’s family, Wendy, Heather, and Tenisha Moncur, Debra and Nita Cox and family, Lenra ward and family, her Caretaker Teann, the Sun International Staff, the Atlantis Staff, Maxwell Lane and Farrington Road family, Winifred Taylor and family, The Elizabeth Estates Clinic staff, the Female Surgical II Staff, the Walk-In-Clinic Staff.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, New Providence from 12:00 noon-6:00 p.m. on Friday and on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Services For
Florence Prudence Grant, 81
a resident of Red Bays, North Andros, Bahamas will be held at New Salem Baptist Church, Red Bays, North Andros on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. IFill Russell assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Red Bay’s Public Cemetery, Red Bays, North Andros.
Left to cherish her memories are her one brother: Cecil Marshall; one daughter: Genieve Grant; two sons: John & Mark Grant; adopted children: Jeremy & Elvis; sister-inlaw: Rudell Marshall, Una Marshall, Leota Bain & Roxy Bain; nephews: Paul, Wilton, Donald, John, Roswell, Barry, Watkin, Freddie, Cecil, Peter, Michael, Stancil, Jetson, Steve, Samuel, Sam, Otis, Sidney, Edward, Joe, Kenny, Douglas, Ricky; nieces: Jestina, Vanria, Betty, Maxine, Panchetta, Carroll, Agnes, Yvonne, Tamika, Bloneva, Rose (Leon), Claretta, Francine, Diana,, Jacklyn, Flosie-mae (Isaac), Carmetta (Gerald), Joan, Eva, Sharon, Lavenia, Jennifer, Melia, Leanna and Latoya; grandchildren: Kevin, Alberta, Sophia, Katie (Paul), Priscilla, James, Lauren, Rohan, Sonny and Latika; great grandchildren: Logan, Amir, Kyle, Levi, Paul Jr., Nyasia, Tamarion, Lanardia, Matthew, Isaiah, James Jr., Antoniqua, Hope, Precious, Courtney and Skylar; grandnieces and grandnephews too numerous to mention; close friend: Mary Colebrooke; cousins and family too numerous to mention; relatives and friend: Movena Davis, The Russell Family, The Colebrooke Family, The Knowles Family, The Mackey Family, Peter Demeritte and Family, Peggy Barr and Family and Carlton Bowleg and Family; The entire community of Red Bays and Lowe Sound, Andros; special thanks to: Doctor Neko Turner (Grandnephew) for your patience and support. We, the family of the late Florence Grant, can’t express how
grateful we are for you.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, New Providence from 12:00 noon4:00 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday at the church in Red Bays, Andros from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Eloise Armbrister, 95
a resident of Laird Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Theodora Lane off Tonique Williams Darling Highway, New Providence on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Brother Mario Daley. Cremation will follow.
She is survived by five remaining children: Pamela, Dellamae, Phillip, Earlin and Anthony (Bradley and Nathan predeceased their mother months before her demise); grandchildren: Tenae, Earlisha, Anastasia, Christan, Risa, Lyndura, Selena, Elzeko, Tevin, Earlin Jr., Theron, Thurman Jr., Nathan Jr., Doyle, Darren, Delron and Kriseria; grandniece: Nicarra Brooks; son-inlaw: Thurman Johnson; daughters-in-law: Gloria and Lyn Armbrister and Sheena Mackey; sister-in-law: Florinda Armbrister; nieces: Delores Mounts, Marina Smith, Laverne Armbrister, Avis Murphy, Yvonne Armbrister and others; nephew: David Armbrister and family; nine great grandchildren; extended relatives and friends: Debbie Sands, the Mackey Family and all of her family of Jehovah’s Witnesses.Memories of her would be etched into the minds of those who knew her.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, New Providence from 12:00 noon6:00 p.m. on Friday and on Saturday at the Hall from 1:00 p.m. until service time.
Funeral Service For
Demetri Lavado Williams, 56 affectionately called “Goat”
a resident of East Storr Court, Yellow Elder, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at First Baptist Church, Market Street and Coconut Grove, New Providence on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Wilkinson Francis assisted by Rev. Dr. Diana Francis and other ministers of the gospel. Cremation will follow.
Memories will linger in the hearts of his wife: Shenall Strachan-Williams; mother: Eleanor Williams; father: Christopher Williams (deceased); daughter: Deandra Sands; sons: Demetri Jr., De’Angelo, De’Nareo, Ethan and Chavado Williams; sisters: Sherelle Johnson, Nikia Williams and Antoinette Sawyer; brothers: Carlos (USA), Reynaldo, Cordero Williams and Hartman Sawyer; aunts: Debbie Carter, Beverley Adderley, Lovely Williams, Cara Forbes, Carole Missick, Wanda Anderson, Marion Astwood; uncles: Edward Barton, Franklyn Adderley, Perry, McDonald Williams, Freddie & Eddie Anderson; nieces: Cordia, Cordisha, Cordasia, Chavante Dean, Chrisae, Breante, Kwanisha, Eltonique, Shadae, Soraya, Zionab, Roshanti SandsAndrews, Dajah Ward; father-in-law: James Strachan; motherin-law: Dorothy Bethel; special friend: Latasha Munroe; adopted children: Kentrick, Kendesha Mackey, Kriston, Keshon Munroe, Jada; brothers-in-law: Rev. Samuel Bootle, Adrian Ferguson, Delsworth Davis, Sean Strachan, Elton Johnson; sisters-in-law: Yvonne Bootle, Irma Coleby, Nan Davis, Rodina Bootle; cousins: Edith & Winnie Oliver, Mannix Barton, Tiffany Daniels, Karen Williams, Jacquelyn & Blanch Sears, Delano Jr., Constentina, Destiny, D’Kayla Carter, Leroy Stuart III, Maxwell Jr., Mantayo; other relatives and friends: Rev. Dr. Diana Francis & First Baptist Church Family, Pastor T.J. Morrison, Mount Moriah (MP) Mr. McKell Bonamy, Armbrister Family, Carolyn Francis & Family, Donna Moss &Family, Patrice Lewis & Family, Brian Armbrister, Rose Burrows, Denise Armbrister, Sherell Brown,
Ms. Walkes & Family, Ms. Hanna & Family, Ms. Ethel Gator & Family, Myeosha Peterson & Family, Craig Brown & The Big Pond Crew, Apostle Gwendolyn Greenslade of (God’s House of Praise), Williams Family, Hall Family, Dr. Ruth Gardiner & Family, Patrick Stuart & Family, Elizabeth Martin, Tavia Brown, Ms. Miller & Family, Edward Hoffer, Anthony Stubbs, Steven Hepburn & Family, Charlene, Samantha, Bob, Don Smith & Family, Gerald Bowe & Family, Joey Knowles & Family, Sharma & Corrie Higgs, Christine Smith & Family, Patrice Capron & Family, Dorothy & Genie Family, Marsha Walkes & Family, Tieara Levarity, Candy Barry & Family, Hunt Family, Beverley Sands & Family, Andrews Family, Florence Smith & Family, King Family, Marsha, Tracy, Lisa Bethel, Bahamas Air Navigation Services Authority (BANSA), the entire Big Pond Community, Yellow Elder Family esp. Storr Court, C. W. Sawyer Family, Pastor T. G. Morrison, Pastor Carlos Reid & Family, Wendell Bowe, Dexter Rolle, Ms. Malone & Family.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, New Providence from 12:00 noon-6:00 p.m. on Friday and on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For
Wellington Bullard Jr., 42
a resident of Cedar Way, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
He is survived by his mother: Barbara Bullard; son: Wellington Kayshawn Bullard; 2 brothers: Wellrick and Wellrone Bullard; 2 sisters: Lisa, Kizzy, Wellisia, Wellbrianne; fiance: Shakera Moss; sister-in-law: Alyssa Bullard, Rachaea Petty; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For
Juliette Alida Charels-Fenelon, 72
a resident of East Street & Mason’s Addition, New Providence, Bahamas & formerly of Gros Mourne, Haiti, will be held at St. Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou Hill Road, New Providence on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Venerable Archdeacon Keith Cartwright. Interment follows in St. Agnes Cemetery, Nassau Street, New Providence.
Left with loving memories are her mother: Fanise Alexis Charles; 3 children: Carol, Ronald, Rodna (Santee) Johnson; adopted children: Sophia Robinson, Anchelle Dawkins, Treaser Ferguson, Joyce Munroe, Annisha (Derek) Brown, Florence Rolle, Desiree (Johnson) Seymour, and Timolin Bodie; grandchildren: Lemuel R., Juliana L. T., Keshawn J., Santee Jr., Roland R.; adopted grandchildren: Jermaine and Joshua Farrington, Derek Jr. and Deryn Brown, Aaliyam, Midyann, Lufidiah Poitier, Sean Major, Davonye Edmond, Sereno Ambrose; great grandchildren: Lemuel J, Kaymuel, Lokota (of Staten Is., NY), Lemunique, Miracle K., Jazai, Lil Fernander; siblings, nieces and nephews: Aldor (Natilia) – Eric (Shannon, Austin, Saoirse), Dobilis (Janelle, Emery), Kevin Charles, Makinson (Makinson Jr.), Fabiola (Cassi’Dee Hill), Yanique (A’Layah) Charles, Alner and Farnet Charles (pre-deceased) Antoni Sherri (Madeline) - Islande, Duverline, Roseline (Neisha Nery, Kirby, Abaigail), Jackson (Shensky), Kirby, Derona (Kiauna, Ethan), Antonio P. (Ashanti, Talaia), Arianna (Austin, Texas Jake), Witney - Vilenest – Clifford, Ernest, Stephanie (Valentina), John Marie-Helen – Ruby, Minorph, Farah, Lorvenski Monnette- Heroldine, Monica, Eneida Robinson- Rick, Cassandra, Catiana, Rosanadine, Quincy, Robinson Jr. (Ammondieu predeceased) Louvenski, Sam (), Fantasia, John, Mack (Rose predeceased) Fritznise, Jumelda (Tamia Lubin and Jada Rolle), Wadne, Marc Angelo Mercita – Bernard and Natacha Joseph Charles – Joel Charles; sister-in-law: Marie Louis; god children: Ingrid Dorsett, Odney Timothee, Mimose Austral, Ritchie and Harrold Alce, Wesley Paul, Louise, Berlinda Jean, Daphne Miller, Linda Edmund, Anna Lewis, Okell Solomon, Retiito Pennerman, Gino Avilma, Tarice Orelus, Royneico and Peetari Taylor, Rico Oliver, Esther Weir-Newton; cousins and other relatives including: Luctort PierreLouis (Mdm), Luisis, Clemene, Luckson, Rosemyrtha, Jeta, Vedlin, Chedner, Jayden and Benly Pierre-Louis Ricot Fenelon, Rosevelt Dulcio, Dwayne and Sasha Edgecombe, Fred Dormiville, Oliceour and Lovely Toussaint, Chalisna Baptiste, Lumines, Frer Tomany, Robert Louis, Erid Jean, Elda Timothee (Senec Laguere), Philip Pierre, Boyd Miller, Shadasia Alston, Deana Souffrant, Sterlena Wilkinson, Angel Kelly, Lilnique Grant, Odette Bethel, The East Street and Masons
family, Sonia Pinder (Archer) family, Alexia Pinder, Antonico Wallace, Marvin Bodie, Marvin Sears, Nikita Johnson, Kimberley BrownButler, Francine Prosper, Deliverance (Omari) and family, Monique Musgrove, Vernessa Dorsett, Cutell Burrows, Samantha McCartney, Crystal Robinson, Samantha Carey; special thanks to: Justice McKay, Elizabeth Johnson, Insp Jackie Jones, Sgt. Samuels, Savanah, Paige Mackey, Simeon and Silvia Dawkins, Insp. Kimberley Dawkins and the entire Dawkins family, Dealo (LaToya) Johnson and the Johnson family, St. Agnes Parish family, Bain and Grants Town friends, the East Street and Mason’s Addition family, Mrs. Lolly Pennerman; beloved son-inlaw: Santee and the Juice City crew, Billy, Brenda and Kean Stubbs & family, Rose Kirby and the Leorose crew, Pastor Almena Bethel and Wesley Methodist James’ Cistern, Lucene Fowler and family, Beulah (Samona) Bowles and family, Elsie Whyte and family, Maisie Thompson and family, Melvise Bethel, Vonnia Pearce, Leah and Valencia Johnson, Alicia White and the East and Final family, Delish Lifestyles, Celison Pierre, Wesley Ferguson, Keith Smith, Wellington Bethel, Dwight Bethel, Elliot Thompson, Tony (Karen) Crean, Arnette Rolle, Mel’s Cafe, Caroline Rolle, Nurse Colebrook and the Big Rock family, Eileen Thompson, Roxanne Rolle, The welcoming community of James’ Cistern, The Kiwanis Clubs of Fort Montagu and Central Eleuthera, The Eleuthera Darts Association.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, New Providence on Monday from 12:00 noon-5:00 p.m. and on Tuesday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For
Warren Shervin Sutherland, 39
a resident of Flamingo Dr., Sunset Park, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
He is survived by his mother: Yvette Roxbury-McCreath; father: Warren Sutherland Sr.; step father: Kernell McCreath; 2 sons: Warren Sutherland III & Treyvonne Sutherland; 3 brothers: Renaldo & Tavares Roxbury & Devon Sutherland; 2 sisters-in-law: Edith & Renae Roxbury; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Mr. Kenneth Arlington Johnson Sr., 90
a resident of #11 Spring Terrace, Gleniston Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Bullocks Harbour, Berry Island, Bahamas died at his residence on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
He is survived by his 5 daughters: Lilliamae Pratt, Rosemary Pratt, Christine Sands, Manwella Simms & Sabrina Burrows; 3 sons: Christopher, Gregory & Kenneth Johnson Jr.; 1 brother: Ollan Johnson; 5 sisters: Geraldine Smith, Lillian McPhee, Francetta Moss, Deborah Mitchell& Sandra Walkes; numerous grandchildren, & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices For
Wilfred Adderley, 72
a resident of #17 Eaton Road, Yellow Elder Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Moureen Adderley; mother: Urinia Bethel; 2 sons: Renaldo & Kimani Adderley; 1 step daughter: Britiena Brown; 1 step son: Oshaion Millwood; numerous grandchildren; 5 sisters: Cleary Cooper, Angela Smith, Cleopatra, Judith & Kayla Bethel & Hilda; 3 brothers: Allan, John & Marion Bethel; 1 uncle: William Edgecombe; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Edward Davis, 66
a resident of Excellence Estates, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
He is survived by his 1 daughter: Edith Maria Davis; 3 sons: Edward “Duran”, Edward & Paul Davis; 10 grandchildren; 3 brothers: Anthony, Rodger & John Davis; 2 sisters: Carmen Davis & Angela Davis Rolle; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.