Due to the volume of Obituaries, today’s publication is in two sections
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Edward McQuay, 81
of #34 Imperial Park, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, 10:00a.m at Church of God of Prophecy, Hawksbill, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Bishop Ian Ferguson. Interment will follow at Grand Bahama Memorial Park.
He is survived by his daughters: Mercelee McQuay, Phillippa (Michael)Smith, Coshell (Dwayne) Nairn; son: Rondon and Brandon (Tonisha) McQuay; brother: Winston McQuay; sisters: Curlean Williams, Bertha (Ormond) Collie, Beverley (Wilbert) McDonald, Jareen McQuay-Sherman; aunt: Catherine Knowles and a host of other relatives and friends.
Viewing will be held in the “Royal Suite” at Westside Memorial Mortuary, Hanna Hill, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 12:00 noon to 6:00p.m.
Funeral Service For
Steve Kendal Mills, 61
a resident of Commonwealth Boulevard, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Fox Town, Abaco, Bahamas who died on the Sunday, 3rd August, 2025 will be held on Saturday, 6th September, 2025, 10:00 a.m. at End Time Harvest Ministries, Crown Haven, Abaco, Bahamas. Officiating will be Bishop Tyrone Mills assisted by Pastor Shawn Robins, Apostle Lawrence Arnett, Apostle Tyrone Thomas. Interment will follow in the Wood Cay Public Cemetery, Wood Cay, Abaco, Bahamas.
Cherished Memories are forever imprinted in the hearts of his sons: Keith (Eljamona) Kemp, Stephen Jr. (Celekah) Mills, Kareem Mills, Akeem Mills; step-son: John Williams; daughters: Zenovia (Mario) Hepburn, Sheridawn (Daniel) Hield; grandchildren: Kenazeo Dean, Sanaa and Evin Mills, Devon and Devyn Mills, Makiyah Hepburn, Kaleigh Mills, Akeem Mills Jr., Faith and Grace Kemp; brothers and sisters-in-law: Bishop Tyrone (Minister Doreen) Mills, Lionel (Ivy) Mills, Elijah Jr. (Glendena) Mills, Earlyn Mills; sisters and brothers-in-law: Valderine Mills, Juney (Reuben) McIntosh, Vernetta (David) Curry; father-in-law: Jonathan (Veronica) Stuart and Garfield Hepburn; brothers-in-law: Dalson Cecil (Sharmaine) Stuart, Jerome and Vernon Hepburn, Osbourne (Synovia) Stuart and Jonathan Stuart Jr.; sisters-in-law: Melinda (Vince) Green, Welva (Derek) Davis, Anastacia (Philip) Roberts; aunts: Dorcas Mills, Doris Thompson and Naomi McIntosh; uncles: Charlie (Idella) Mills; nieces and nephews: Tiffany (Akintunde) Johnson, Jermaine, Ticoya, Travone and Marvin Mills, Tyronia (Leonardo) Evans, Tedrone (Rashard) Russell, Davinci, Dominic, Devron Mills, Alexis & Alexander McIntosh, Earlyn Jr., Lyndia (Keano) Mills-Hepburn, Davinci (Evangeline) Williams, Shona Mills, Anishka (Philip) Culmer, Dail Forbes, David Jr. & Mathieu Curry, Agregory Mills, Lashunda Aranaha (Anthon), Marleia (Deon) Pinder, Matalia (Samuel) McPhee, Geovani Mills (Kadeijah), Premio Mills, Marleia Pinder (Deon), Lionica Mills, Matalia
McPhee (Samuel), Tara Surles, Amina Cooper (Tavian), Deverene Mills; grand nieces & nephews: Racha’ & Mallik Lewis, Jalano Curry, P’jay Mills, Elvardo Russell, Deje Bootle, CeTabia & CeLeah Pinder, Tyler & Nathan Mills, Samuel, Shiloh and Vy’Lah McPhee, Cattleya Valdes, Dajavu & Aubrey Mills, Davinci Jr., Tenia & Nathan Williams, Devron, Meah, Torian & Toran Mills, Ethan, Aiden & Emerson Culmer, Gabriel Stuart, Zyan, Dylan & Serenity Curry, Agregory Mills, Alexiou & Rayquan Valdes, Nathan Mills, Samuel III & Shiloh McPhee, Morrice Brady Jr., Wil’Heem Smith, Tyler Cooper, Premio Mills Jr.; great grand nephew: Malachi Lightbourn; cousins: Donna Adderley, Elvis (Claudia) Wells, Rosemary Mills, Norma (Ted) Murray, Michael (Katie) Mills, Wensilee Mills, Ezra (Marcia) Mills, Debbie Mills, Maedawn Curry, Rosemae Kelly, Caroline Saunders, Ricky (Bernadette) Saunders, Janet Burrows, Barbara (Cedric) Neymour, Wilton (Nancy) Saunders, Rodney (Tamika) Saunders, Thomas Mills, Venable Rolle, Rudolph (Terry) Rolle, Welly (Paulette) Rolle, Ossie (Nancy) Rolle, Anthony (Cheryl) Rolle, Sandra (Delgarna) Parker, Shirley (Phillip) Outten, Veronica McIntosh, Marilyn (Vernal) Cornish, Ed (Patricia) Ambrister, Kim Ambrister, Wendy (Raymond) Sands, Curtis (Italia) Ambrister, Lathera Ambrister, Ranford Mills, Patrice (Otis) Thomas, Judith Mills, Paula (Grovener) Delancy, Dwayne Mills, Laterio Mills, Curtis Ambrister, Ivan (Masheva) Mills, Trevor Mills, Zermah (Christopher) Russell, Ulisea (Cheryl) Mills, Tamara (Tommy) Rolle, Charlene Mills, Silvia (Obead) Pinder, Emma (Hon. Dion) Foulkes, Yvonne (Grovernor) Russell, Doris (Audley) Russell, Kizzy Thompson, Chantell Thompson, Lorraine Thompson, Leon (Delli) Thompson, Joel Thompson, Floyd Thompson Jr., Calsey (Shanika) Thompson, Maxwell, Ricky, Jason and Craig Thompson, Artist Nikiva (Kabre`) Thompson, Sherilee (Andrew) Rolle; other relatives and friends: Rose Forbes, Latasha Davis, Gregory & Patrice Munroe, Felix Munroe, Mark Munroe, Issie and Steve McKenzie, Taylisha Stuart, Nurse Davia Douglas, Sonamae Davis, Pastor Josette Thompson, Elder Marvin Green, Randa, Kimberly, Roddrick, Travis, Demian, Novie, Rochell, Luke, Jane, Terio, Karen Marshall and Family, Lorraine, Deborah, Eugene, Errol, Nicky, The entire Moores Island Community, Apostle Tyrone & Pastor Gloria Thomas, Apostle Lawrence & Pastor Paulette Arnett, Pastor Shawn and Jacqueline Robins, Dwight Martin and family, Shane Archer & family, Mickel Ashe, Janet Davis, Pastor Robertha Knowles & Family brother and sister Augustine Williams, Delrosa Hepburn, Minister Sonia Daley from Jamaica, Raquel Smith Adderley, Sherline Pierre, Molina Juene Pierre, Pastor Kittlet and Evanette Henry, Pastor Kevin and Agnes Pierre, Joinel Jeune, Robyn and Mervan LaFrance, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.We apologise for any names that were missed.
Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets on (TODAY) Thursday, September 4, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service For
Vendal John Bowe, 56
a resident of Daffodil Lane, Garden Hills #1, New Providence, Bahamas, who died on the Thursday, 31st July, 2025 will be held on Saturday, 6th September, 2025, 10:30am at Christ Church Cathedral, George Street, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be The Very Reverend Harry Bain, Dean & Rector assisted by The Right Reverend Gilbert Thompson, Assistant Bishop (Retired) The Reverend Fr. John Pinder, St Michael & St. Nicholas, Grand Bahama The Reverend Fr. Eric Miller, Holy Spirit Church, N. P. The Reverend Angela Palacious, Associate Priest, Christ Church Cathedral The Reverend Fr. Roderick Bain, Rector, St. Barnabas Church, N.P. The Reverend Chester Burton, St. Stephen’s Church, Grand Bahama Reverend Deacon Preston Pinder, Assistant Curate, Christ Church Cathedral. Cremation will follow.
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Vendal’s memories are forever etched in the hearts of his parents: Holland and Martha Bowe (predeceased); daughters: Indira and Veronica Bowe; grandsons: Ryan Ferguson, Isaiah Bowe and Akai Harris; brothers: Fred (Veronica) Bowe, Gerald (Cora) Bowe, and Ulrick (Cindy) Bowe; sisters: Annabell Rolle and Lillymae Bowe; B: Tyiece, Tanyann, Triton, Tyra, Trayias Bowe, Annae Rolle, Gerell and Gerald Bowe Jr., Cyntishe and Chelese Bowe, Sirles Fowler, Lashawn Bowe and Joshua Johnson; grandnieces and grand nephews: Elise Hanna, Jahniyah Burrows, Tanarj and Tahj Greene, and Jonathan Fowler; aunts: Susan “Molly” Jolly, Margaret Styles; uncle: Catechist Gabriel Styles; cousins: Ernest, Leslie, Joseph, David “Sugar Kid”, Viola, Fred Bowe, Andrew, William, Phillip, Joe, Christopher and Jason, Lillis, Tracey Styles, Geneva Stuart, Lorraine Styles, Stanley (Carolyn), Donald, Felix, Irene Bowe and Rodney Carey, Clement Rolle, Edgar Moxey, Lawrence, Clothilda, Muriel, Roy, Bernard Jolly, Violet Bannister, Hilda Strachan, Fr. Ruel Strachan, Sharon Hanna, Julie Christie,
Cheryl Williams, and Keva Ferguson, Dr. Dane, Dr. Kevin, Darron Bowe, Dr. Eugene Gray, Aurick Micklewhite, Sally Bowe, Calvese Walkes, Everette Jackson, and Sherry Bethel; god mother: Angela Albury-Russell; god brother: Burkett Dorsett; other relatives and friends: Hon. Elsworth Johnson and the Yamacraw Constituents, The late Elseworth Rolle and family, Bain Town Community, Williams Town Community, the entire Big Pond Community, St. Barnabas Anglican Church family, Christ Church Cathedral family, the Garden Hills #1 Community, the Sears, Grays, Styles, Bowe’s, Rolle’s, Bethel’s, Christie’s, Bullard’s, the late Murtle Nottage and family, Walkes’s, Rowena Miller and family, The Right Reverend Bishop Laish Boyd, The Very Reverend Harry Bain, The Right Reverend Bishop Gilbert Thompson, The Reverend Fr. John Pinder, The Reverend Fr. Eric Miller, The Reverend Angela Palacious, The Reverend Fr. Roderick Bain, The Reverend Chester Burton, Fr. Andrew Toppin, Fr. Basil and Sonia Tynes, Mr. Henry Dean and the entire Anglican Church Men of The Bahamas and Turks And Caicos, Rev. Johnson-Willish and family, Rev. Dr. Carolyn Rolle and Family, Rev. Heuter Rolle and family, Rev. Ricardo Symonette and family, the entire Anglican clergy family, Bowe’s Metal Roofing and staff, Trade Facilitators Customs Brokerage Ltd. and staff, Kevin Munroe, Pam Brown, Vanny Sears, Stanley Alleyne, Anthony Richardson, Bruce Pinder and the Rocky Farms Staff, Stephen Larrimore and family, Tanya Major, Adrian Archer, Virginia Thompson, Marvin Lockhart, Lagloria and Zelpha Davis, Arlene Hercules, Ulrick Armbrister, Peter Sturrup and family, George and Stephanie Roberts, Don and Susan Demeritte, Don and Gertrude Symonette, Darron Higgs, Bridgette Musgrove, Karen Sands, Rodney and Anna Lloyd, Roy Adams, Tryon Edgecombe Lodge #11981 of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, Cliffy (the Barber), Terez McKenzie, Eunice Sherman, Marko Chea, Rowena Kerr, Dr. Nixon, Dr. Lucas, Dr. Charles, Dr. Miller, the nurses of Male Medical 2 of the Princess Margaret Hospital, Annae Rolle (the caregiver), Noel Seymour and family, Alan and Jill Wallace and family, Henry Curry and family, Emily Bowe, Gillian Gray and family, Marcia Moss and family, Silas Fowler and family, Bernard Ted Rolle, Dexter Rolle, Toriano Wallace, Craig Brown and the Big Pond Boys, Sheldon Smith, Perry Neilly, Mr Davis at PHM, the Cancer Society, Riccardo and Ethelyn Davis and the staff of Travelers By The Sea, Leroy Roxbury, Sean Barr, Anton Williams, the Dorsett family, Willis and Marsha Symonette, Johnathon Deleveaux, Donavan Harris, Caramel and Cappuccino (adopted pets) and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service For
Elsa Lynette Bowe, 67
a resident of #3 Summers Avenue, Gleniston Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on (TODAY) Thursday, September 4, 2025, 4:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Anglican Church, Soldier Road. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Ethan Ferguson. Interment will follow at the Church’s Columbarium.
She was predeceased by her parents: Simeon & Yvonne Bowe; sister: Eithne Bowe.
Left to cherish her memory ar her sisters: Sonia BoweAdderley, Simmone Bowe, Tirza Bowe, Nakita Bowe; brother: Antoine Bowe; adopted brothers: Francisco ‘Paco’ Nunez, Edwin Lightbourne; nieces: Scieska Adderley-McPhee, Khari Faith Ceremy; nephew: Dario McPhee; grand nephew: Dillon McPhee; grand uncles: Kenneth Bowe and family; grand aunts: Visna Bowe McKay and family; aunts: Michelle Hines and family, Vernette Minnis and family, Helen Butler and family, Sonia Dames and family, Janeen McCartney and family, Antoinette Bowe and family, Janeen Bodie and family; uncles: William Bowe; other family members including: Terrance, Antonius, Bruno Roberts and family, Tania Fox and family, Jason Hines and family, Aisha Johnson and family, Rebecca Hines and family, Eleane Edgecombe and family, Shavonne Rolle and family, Sandra, Paulette, Rosie, Lynn, and Janette Martin, Bishop Michael Symonette and family, Allen Symonette and family, the entire Brown family, Ken Strachan and family, Father Whitfield Hutcheson and family; special friends including: Therese Turner Jones, Camilla Cheong, Lynette Munnings; special thanks to: Father Ethan Ferguson, Robert & Linda Bartlett, Alpheus Wright, Rosalie Curtis and family, Karen Maitland Demetrius, Eva Hilton, Holy Cross Parish family and Butlers Funeral Homes and Crematorium, and many others, too numerous to mention.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets.
Memorial Service For
Brian Calixte, 55
of Spring City, Abaco, Bahamas, who passed away on Saturday, 26th July, 2025 will be held on Friday, 5th September, 2025, 10:30 a.m. in The Chapel at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, New Providence, Bahamas. Officiating will be The Rev’d. Jevon O. Neely. Cremation held prior to service.
He is survived by his step father: Camillus Sainvil; sons: Andy and Fabian Calixte; daughter: Tiffany Calixte; brother: Micheal Calixte; sisters: Karen Calixte, Loraine Ferguson; nephews: Christopher, Maurice, Stanley, Bo, Taurus and Seth; nieces: Tonya, Equilla, Chiquita, Jaquilla, Soleil, Halley Ferguson, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Arrangements entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets.
Funeral Service For
Clarence Leon Knowles, 60 also
known as “Cally”
a resident of #15 Victor Street off Twynam Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Long Island, Bahamas, who died on the Friday, 8th August, 2025 will be held on Saturday, 6th September, 2025, 10:00 a.m. at Shirley Heights Gospel Chapel, Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence. Officiating will be Bro. Sam Mikhael assisted by Bro. James Ricardo Wallace. Interment in Lakeview Cemetery.
He was pre-deceased by his parents: Leon and Marina Knowles.
He is survived by his wife: Raquel Knowles; children: Clarence (Clar), Angel and Cairo Knowles; sisters: Glenda Whylly, Sharlene Rodriguez and Lorraine Malone; brother: Andrew (Chris) Knowles of Thetford, England; sisters-in-law: Joanne Knowles and Tara Hall; brothers-in-law: Dwayne Whylly, Carlos Rodriguez and Victor Malone, Stafford “Nick” Hall and Steffon Hall; mother-in-law: Rhoda Hall; nieces: Dr. Amanda Whylly, Selena Rodriguez-Bastian, and Elicia Malone; nephews: Dwayne Whylly Jr. (Jay), Thomas and George Knowles, Victor Jr., and James Malone and Rafael Rodriguez; great grandnieces: Amarie Whylly, Isla Whylly, Amara Waldron and Mya Bastian; uncles: Lindy, Wesley, Earl, George (Jimmy) and Mark Knowles and Leonard Cartwright; aunts: Lillith (Sue), Cora, Cathy and Angela Knowles and Louise Cartwright; cousins: George and Eddie Nettell (England), Mark, Ian, Neil, David, Don, Stefan, Scott, Jude, Nelson, Eddie, Andrew, Jevon, Fernando, Clyde, Antonie and Dane Knowles, George, Daryl and Gerard Darville and Burniest Burrows, Karen Elsdon, Colleen McKinney, Crystal Cartwright, Daphne Knowles-Burrows, Tanya Cartwright, Ava Knowles, Melanie and Elizabeth (Liz) Knowles, Kate Knowles, Perpetua Roberts, Maris Thompson, Dale Morley, Lynn Marcello, Sandra and Dr. Phyllis Darville, Lillian Forsythe, Santina Chea, Simone Fernander, Dawn Simmons and Patrice Jones; numerous other relatives and friends including: Kristin Eldon-Whylly and the Eldon family, Taj Bastian, Tara and Davin Russell, Larry Bastian and the entire Bastian family, Keva Malone and the Curry family, Kenrea Gray, Elysse and Analia Musgrove, Pearline Whylly and family, Desrine (Antoinette) McPhee, Antoinette and Gregory Dean, Cataleah Strachan, Quentin Knowles, Jonathan Cartwright, Travis Thompson, Karl McCartney, Victor Marcial, Samuel Knowles and family, Derek Knowles and family, Karen Betschart and family, Joyce Wells and family, and all the family of the late Edgar and Emmy Knowles, Nancy, Judy, Tony and Edsel Knowles and their families, Janet and Albert Cartwright and family, Bernard Knowles and family, the family of the late Raphael and Hazel Knowles, Jerome and Ivy Knowles and family, Austin Malone, Ramon, Starlin and Fatima Rodriguez, Diane and Dorothy Forbes, Neil Mactaggart Jr., family and friends in and from McKenzie’s, Mangrove Bush and Petty’s Long Island, Ms. Wall, Peter and Iris Armally, Henry Cunningham, Sammy McLeod, Iphan Finley, Roland Knowles, Esther and Jose Loa, Hilda Cartwright, Dacel & Eliza, the management and staff of Shirley Street Plaza, the management and staff of Mosko Construction, Stefan Knowles and his team at SJK Construction, the current and former employees of Clarence Knowles Painting and Fencing; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. We apologise for any names that were missed.
Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 10:30a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For
Derek Cambridge, 78
a resident of Gleniston Gardens #2, New Providence, Bahamas, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 30th, 2025
He is survived by his wife: Arabella Cambridge; daughter: Derica Cambridge; sons: Derek Jr. and Keino Cambridge; grandchildren: Keiana, Kaya and Keino Cambridge Jr. Kayden, Karrington Bain and Sidney Farrington Jr.; great grandson: Timothy Wilson Jr.; sisters: Barbara Wallace, Marsha Bain and Esecia Sherman; brothers: Ernest Cambridge and Michael Sherman; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Death Notice For
Gloria Patricia Neely, 70
a resident of River Circle, Bel Air Estates, New Providence, Bahamas, passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, August 28th, 2025
She is survived by her husband: Delsworth Neely; daughter: Shenica Neely; two sisters: One Aunt; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Death Notice For
John Nicholas Cartwright, 61
a resident of Coral Harbour, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Hamilton’s, Long Island, Bahamas, passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, August 29th, 2025
He is survived by his mother: Meldora Cartwright; one daughter: Pressus Knowles; son-in-law: Justin Knowles; siblings: Albert Cartwright, Christopher Cartwright (late), Cecelia Knowles, Esbon Cartwright (late), Angela Knowles, Marian Knowles, Henry Cartwright, Esther Loa, James Cartwright, Hilda Carlos; sistersin-law: Janet Cartwright, Evelina Cartwright, Maria Cartwright, Loretta Cartwright, Tanya Cartwright; brothers-in-law: Rupert Knowles, Wesley Knowles, Clint Knowles, Armand Carlos and Jose Loa, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service for
Eloise Marie Edwards, 64
of 22 Linkford Street, Village Estates, will be held on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Anglican Church, Soldier Road at Highbury Park, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be The Rev’d Dr. Ethan Ferguson, Assisted by The Rev’d Fr. Berkley J. Smith. Interment will follow at Lakeview Gardens, Gladstone Road, Nassau Bahamas on Monday, September 8, 2025.
Her fond memories will forever live on in the hearts of her, Children and their Spouses: Tashfi (Kyle) Edwards, Brent (Shamon), Neil (Jennifer), Jérah Edwards-Gibson, Jason, and Jerome (Junie) Edwards; Grandchildren: Kyle II, Keilani, Brentan, Bryan, Keisha (Aiden Burnhardt), Allison, Abigail, and Jaylah Edwards, Taylor Edwards- Villarreal (Shae), J’Lhar and J’Elle Gibson, Berlinda Rodgers, Tyeisha, Tyrique and Taijah Rodgers, Kawon Noel; Sisters and Spouses: Sarah (Kenneth) Dames, Louise Dawkins, Sheila McKenzie, Patricia and Constance Strachan, Suezette Rolle, Sharon Hunter, Chavan Linden, Hope (Antone) Sealey, Carla Wildgoose, Wanda Strachan, Giear Rodgers, Yvett, Tina, and Amy Strachan, and Nerissa Thompson; Brothers and Spouses: Darin and Stephen Strachan (both predeceased), Noel (Virginia) and Jeffrey Jr. (Nickla) Strachan, James Jacques (Chenique), Darren and Dwight Strachan, and Farron Wallace (Yvonne); Brother-in-Law and Spouse: Patrick (Eulamae) Edwards; Nieces and Nephews: Vincent Knowles (Samantha), Shannondoah Pyfrom (Tamara), Tina, Kendra, and Kenneth Dames, Jr. (Chrystal), Nicola Fox (Edward), Raynard Dawkins, Hendrick McIntosh (Lorna), Latina Cooper (Elbert), Ikena Edwards (Granlin), Isaac Jr. and Ian Davis, Chrystal, Christopher (predeceased), Travis (Mary), Desron (Kerline), Novella, Amanda, and Taj Strachan, Doretha (Dr. Sean) Knowles, Morissa (Kazinski) Johnson, Dianne Diann (Leslie) Elliot, Phoebe Scott, Jeffrice (Alcott) McKinney, Jeffrey Strachan Jr., Javaughn Ferguson (Darvile), Kelsee and Rehjii Martin, James Jr., Chase, Christian, Judge-Texas, and Jasmine Jacques, Gina MacKenzie (Trevor), DuWaine (April), Michael (Katrina) and Ian (Deneshia) Edwards, Antoinette (Eric) Wilmott, Ashanti Hunter, Marcian, Indira, and Dimitri Moss, Leslie, Justin, Lindsay, and Andrew Sealey, Rashad Nottage, Kristen Rolle, Stephan, Alayna and Issa Strachan, Shakira Matayer, Thaddeus, Farontino, Antonizio and Yannis Wallace, Felisha, Antoine, Adriel, and Andrea McKenzie, Stefen, K’marley, and Kyrsten Strachan; Grand Nieces and Nephews: Vincent Jr., Lateice and Attai Knowles, Shanria and Barry Mott, Shannondoah Jr. (Alexandria), Theodoah (Amina), Mauriccio, Shannardo, Channell, Shantell, Shanique, and Shaiyan Pyfrom, Aaron, Tehya and Ianna Nixon, Anthony Simms, Machi Bethel, Aashtan, Christian, Makayla, and Zachariah Dames, Elbert Jr. and Aryanna Cooper, Leylah Knowles, Bria and Brittney Fox, Raymiah Dawkins, Brittany, Hendricks Jr., Lola, Hannah, and Makayden McIntosh, Granlin and Gabrielle Edwards, Derek and Destiny Dean,
Chenir Knowles, Lira Barr, Lesliyah Elliot, Maddison Clarke, Skyler Moss, Alijah and Jayce McKinney, Javaughn Jr., Jamayha, and Isaiah Ferguson, Dianna, Desiree, and Rihanna, Noel, Lila, Kriszara, Christopher Jr., Christian and Cairo Strachan, Justin and Raegan Mackenzie, Daniel, Kiera, Nia, and Axel Edwards, Erin, Ethan, and Aidan Wilmott; Aunt: Florinda Kellman and Family; Uncle: Benjamin (Vernetta) Walkes and Family; Cousins: Dorothy and Debbie Gomez, Keenya Adderley, Philippa Griffin, Mary Butler, Edith Hall, Delena Symonette, Lenora Wright and Ivamae Hall, James, Leroy, Mack, Jack, Manassah, and Jim Hall (all of Rock Sound, Eleuthera) Pandora and Bridgette Rolle, Maurene Cartwright, Dianne and Charlene Smith, Donna Ingraham, Christine Smith-Janell, Camille Johnson, Gladys Ratliff of Chicago, Illinois, and Christine Bethel-Laroda of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Nehemiah, Martin, Clifton Jr. and Jerome Rolle, Sherwin Bethel of New York, Kennedy Bethel, Trevor and Dr. Larry Sands, Matthew, Robert, Loren, Floyd and Sonny Smith; Other Family and Friends: Larry (Karen) Hanchell and the extended Hanchell Family including: Basil Ferguson, Leotha (Alphonso) Adderley, Etyhlyn Hanchell, Bishop Walter (Minalee) Hanchell, Henry (Marsha) Hanchell, Mae (Cleve) Missick; Lydia Stubbs, Mavis Culmer, Lorena Rolle, Nenia Fox, Denise Carey, Nenia Fox, Therez McKenzie, Whelma Colebrooke, Dorinda Hanna, Deborah Bastian-Albury, Sabrina Bain, Stephanie Cleare, Mary Rahming, Ian Bonamy and Family; Patricia Hermanns, Lyrone Burrows, Ivan Miller, Sonja Gibson, Roosevelt Forbes, Ricardo Cox; Silbert and Janeen Cooper, Franklyn and Sandra Thomas, Karen Leadon and family, Carla Nixon and family, Stephen Johnson and family; Commonwealth Bank Management and Staff; Marcus Cleare, Tanya Carey, Audrey and Leroy Dames, Wendy Dames, Carla Cartwright, Latonia Baker, Rhonda Moncur, Maxwell Jones, Cora Ferguson, Charlene Pinder, Terrell Brown, Portia Moxey, Tia-Maria Albury, Brenda North, Erica Williams, Pretece Kemp, Vivian Sands, Kayla Darville, Rochelle Wilkinson, Daria Bain, and Tameka Cooke; Dora and Charles Reckley, Raython and Torrin Strachan, Beverley and Shelly Archer, Rosalie Strachan and family, Lily Knowles and family, Clarise Gibson and family, Alice Rodgers and family, Betsey Morris and family, Beth Burrows and family, Rayanna Smitts, Norma Pierre, Philip Romer and family, Rachael Edwards, Kirkwood Edwards (Constance) and the extended Edwards family of Grand Bahama, including: Derek (Eva) Edwards, Jeritzen Edwards Outten, Rita (Everette) Stuart, Pamela (Mark) Roberts, Lana (Nelson) Bain, Margo (Eddie) Victor, Lynden (Karen) Shylock (Dwyla) and Marlena (Thomas); Canon Norman Lightbourne, Reverend Father Ethan Ferguson, Reverend Father Burkley Smith, Holy Cross Pastoral Ministry, and the entire Holy Cross church family. Special thanks to: Dr. Wesley Frances, Dr. Duvaughn Curling, Dr. Duane Sands, Dr. Adrian Cargill Jr., the doctors, nurses and staff of Doctors Hospital.
May Her Soul Rest in Peace!
Please forgive us if we inadvertently excluded your name. We thank everyone for your prayers and support during this time. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects in the “Rudolph Pratt Memorial Suite” at Amethyst Memorial, #534 East Street South (opposite Fresh Auto Car Lot) on Saturday September 6th, 2025, from 11:00a.m to 4:00p.m.
Sean D. Pratt-L.F.D&E C.E.O
Funeral Service for
Boysey Rolle, 84 affectionately called “Grease”
of Black Point, Exuma Bahamas, will be held on Saturday September 6th 2025, at 10:00a.m. at Bible Truth Ministries, Cowpen Road, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be held by Dr. Practon Patton, Assisted by Rev. Henry Rolle. Interment will follow in Lakeview Gardens, Gladstone Road, Nassau, Bahamas.
He is predeceased by his loving and devoted Wife of 59 years: Corene “Jelly” Rolle
Left to cherish her memories, Children: Airson, Raymond, Marvin & Earlin Rolle, Diann Smith, Joann Rolle, Lavern Lafleur, Dr. Practon Patton, Danielle Robinson, Susie-Mae Rolle and Sheila Ingraham; Siblings: Burkie, Lawrence & Elvis Rolle, Agnes Ferguson, Muriel & Gladys Rolle; Grandchildren: Eirnisa Rolle, Raymond, Randal, Raymond & Breniesha Rolle, Xavier & Deshann Smith, Deundra Knowles (Kimyardo), Sophie and Garvin Rolle, Jonisa Johnson, Tonae Smith, Jemmia & Julian Ferguson, Breontae, Earlishia, Sterlin, Tyesha, D’Ajha & Kayden Rolle, Alexa Hunter, Tahj Duncombe, D’Angelo, Makoya, Gabrielle, Marvinika, Marvin Jr., Makari, Malani, Makyle & Makale Rolle, Antonio, Anton, Antonique & Anthony Jr. Lafleur, D’Shontae Robinson, Caithlyn & Caizon Smith, Practon Jr., Prashawntio, Prazarioh, Peliah Patton, Huniquea Ferguson; Great-Grandchildren: Ja’nayah Johnson, Ja’mari Humes, J’Kari Rolle, Kimiah, Kimbrelle & Kimmora Knowles, Ayla Lafleur, Jere & Jamarion Butterfield, Tariq Cash, Andrelle Davis, Je’Keil Pierre, Dearria Rolle, Malani McKinney, Jemelia Burrows, Kae’lynn Rolle, Serinity Rolle, Jayla, Amorii Storr, Sons-in law: Simeon Smith, Julian Ferguson, Anthony Lafleur, Daughters-in-law: Sheffonique Rolle, Dr. Valerie Patton, Sisters-in-law: Thelma Rolle, Madegelemne Martin; Nephews: Harrison (Sheranetta), Andrew (Nikita), Harold (Philipha), Deangelo, Divienci (Cara), Stafford, Stanely (Linda), Charleston, Larry (Debroh), Daryl (Beverley),Clement (Dominique) Rosco, Shelly Carlos & Byran, Donnie, Herbert, Dion, Authel (Philippa), Melvin, Lance, Lamar Narada, Jamal, Janico, Garfield, Patrick, Authel Jr., Deangelo, Ricardo; Nieces: Nadian (Colin), Orion (Syndney), Mavis (Earl ) Cheryl (Matt), Sherene, Tracy, Paulette, Fredricka, Aretha, Keisha, Themera, Princess, Carolyn, Dorcas, Pauline, Elenane, Gaylene, Shonette, Shannon, Shavette, Shanra, Kershea, Kirston, Caroline McPhee, Degrie (Lareston) Latoya (Terrance), Shafrey, Andrea, Ronelle (Kyle), Ronique, Rondisha, Rondha, Tracy, Leeza, Tiara, Khrystal, Richantae, God-Children: Ezra Kemp, Dean Smith, Shelia Ingraham & Richard Wright, Suzette Darville; Cousin: Curlene Rolle (Vivan) Valarie Taylor, Special Friends: Efford Kemp, Hiram Rolle, Elenor Rolle, Hestine Kemp, Esther Rolle, Murtel Black, Elizabeth Black, Brenda Brown, Other Relatives & Friends: Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper & Mrs. Cooper, Pastor Terrance Patton & Family, Rev Henry Rolle & Family, Dr. Pastor Practon Patton & Family, Pastor Peermon Rolle & Family,
Pastor Elvy Armbrister & Family, Rev Teddy Dorsette & Family, Brensil Rolle & Family, Sharon Robinson & Family, Linda Philips & Family, Coolie Williams & Family, Jeffrey Pierre, Rashad Kemp, Marinetha and Loranna Rahming, Jenell Culmer, Elenor Rolle & Family, Esther James & Family Dorise Mae-Rolle & Family, Sudlen Black & Family, Clair Brown & Family, Marinitha & Lorana & Family, Francis Rolle & Family, Gertrude Rolle & Family, Betty Rolle & Family, Idel Ferguson & Family, Hollie & Sharon Taylor & Family, The Andrews Family, The Kemp Family, The Patton Family, The Black Family, The Brown Family, The Smith Family, The Rolle Family, Ms. Esther Cooper, Marsha Johnson, Rampersad & Family, Burkie Wright & Family, Lisa Newton, The Adderley’s Family, Vandella Storr, Morris Rolle, Delgardo Rolle, Monique Romer, The Hutchinson and Family, Jermone Lafleur & Family, Ervin Forbes (Peanut), Gethsemane Baptist Church, Bahamas Holy Bible Mission Church, St Luck Union Baptist Church, The entire Community of Black Point, Staniel Cay and Famer’s Cay, O & L Backhoe & Trucking Service, Managers & Staff at Flamingo Air.
May His Soul Rest in Peace!
Please forgive us if we inadvertently excluded your name. We thank everyone for your prayers and support during this time.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects in the “Rudolph Pratt Memorial Suite” at Amethyst Memorial, #534 East Street South (opposite Fresh Auto Car Lot) on Friday, September 5th, 2025, from 11:00a.m to 6:00p.m.
Death Notice for Philip Munnings, 82
of Mount Royal Avenue, passed away at Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
He is predeceased by is Mother: Georgiana Munnings, Father: Audley Munnings.
He is survived by his Wife: Brenda GreenMunnings; Sons: Aaron and Xavier Munnings; Daughters: Phillipa and Vanessa Munnings, Chantel Johnson, Georgette Dorsette; Sisters: Genevieve Husbands, Leanora Munnings, Marjorie Knowles, Cheryl Seymour, Derry Strachan, Doris Burrows; Brothers: Ralph, Richard, Don and John “Fogus” Munnings; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date
Sean D. Pratt-L.F.D&E C.E.O
Celebration of Life For
Memorial Service For Olrica Beth Hinsey, 34 affectionately called “KoKo”
will be held at Prophetic Destiny Ministries International, First Street, Coconut Grove and Palm Tree Avenue on (TODAY) Thursday, September 4th, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Offciating will be Prophettes Dr. Jan Jones.
Celebration of Life For Olrica Beth Hinsey, 34
affectionately called “KoKo”
a resident of #41 Frank Edgecombe Road, Springfeld Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Transformation Ministries International, #11 Dignity Gardens, New Providence on Saturday, 6th September, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Offciating will be Prophettes Dr. Jan Jones (Prophectic Destiny Ministries International) assisted Prophetess Dr. Jan Jones, Saveffering Bishop Anthony Farrington, Saveffering Bishop Stephen Adderley, Pastor Quincy Jones. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Spikenard and Cowpen Roads, New Providence.
Left to cherish her precious memories are her beloved daughter: Solo Hinsey; devoted mother: Rachel Hinsey; father: Oral Hinsey; she is also lovingly remembered by her brother: Raige Hinsey; sisters: Olrenika
Hinsey, Marrochelle Hinsey, Oralynn Hinsey; proud aunty of two nieces: Ariah & Reign Hinsey; two nephews: Raige Jr. and Aran Hinsey; 12 aunts: Brendamae Mackey Baker Wilson, Merald Joseph, Renna Marshall, Shantell Riley, Deborah Mackey, BettyAnn Mackey, Monnett Mackey, Barbaralyn Mackey, Zorribell Pinder, Michelle Hinsey, Denise Hinsey, Charlene Hinsey, Palm Hinsey; 12 uncles: John Marshall, Cordell Riley, Eddison Mackey Sr., Oral Mackey Sr., Dosvelt Prince Mackey Sr., Perry Wilson, Rupert Pinder Sr., Richard Agaro Sr., Matthew Hinsey, Everette Bastian Sr., Orthnell Hinsey Sr., Otis Hinsey; two grand Aunts: Margrey Mackey and Rachel Mackey; grand-uncle: Abraham Mackey; uncles includes: Dosvelt Prince Sr., Oral Sr., Edison Mackey Sr., Cordell Riley, John Marshall, Perry Wilson, Evrette Bastian, Orthnell Sr., Matthew Otis Hinsey, Renford Agro and Rupert Pinder; 2 step brothers: Tavaris Greene and Thorne Belle; sister-in-law: Ashley Cargill; cousins including Nikel Major, Melissa Trotman, Derina Williams, Helena Dellie, Catherine Angela Don Hinsey, Bradley Moxey, Mark Knowles, Brian Levi, John Trevor Rusher, Atina Cargill, Winston Renford Agro Jr., Wade Gregory, Kermit, Loretta, Tanisha, Talisa Agro, Calrina Lorine, Natasha, Rupert Jr., Garvin Pinder, Tiffany, Navonne, Dianne, Donnell, Alfred, Sanovia, Ava, Shanchara, Angel, Lydia, Rebecca, Esther, Leola, Leandra, Lenardo, Lanett, Marlon, Edison Jr., James, Clinton, Advardo, Brenden, Oral Jr. Mackey, Keithra, Keisha, Brenden Baker, Rojena McKenzie, Stephon, Jaron, Rayson, Renasha Marshall, Shanrease, Meme, Lyndera, Lynrease Grant, Casnell Joseph, Rakel Riley and Tyrell Riley and Romelda; seven adopted mothers: Minister Mildred Miller, Jazell Hall, Francis Johnson, Minister Patrice Joseph, Minister Viola Barr, Minister Shanoray Albury, Barbara Cartwright; special friend: Ryan Johnson; along with many dear friends including: Pastor Steven and Maralynn Adderley, Francis Johnson and family, Sandra Mackey and family, Jazel Hall, the Rahming McKenzie family, the Sargent family, the Newbold family, Barbara Cartwright and family, Mapah Butler and family, Mariana Lee and family, Adeline Wallace and family, the Lafuefamily, the Ebanks family, Pastor Freddie Barr and family, Mia Jones and family, Gejonte’ Miller, Odeasha Tynes, Pierre, Simone Huyler, Paul Haven, Ramona Edgecombe, Arame Ford, Charlene Carey, Derek Oliver, Offcer Timmy Fisher, Offcer Aston Rolle, Winton Stubbs and Ginger Colebrooke and family and Simone Huyler ; in addition: Rica’s memory will be fondly cherished by the staff of Commonwealth Brewery, the staff of Cleveland Clinic, Doctors Hospital and Vita’s Home, all of whom supported her and her family with love and care.
Her life touched countless hearts, and her memory will live on in the love of her family, the devotion of her friends, and the gratitude of all who were blessed to know her.
Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas on Friday, 5th September, 2025 from 10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, 6th September, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Service For
Kiara Jaystina Cambridge, 35
a resident of Sharon’s Court, St. Vincent Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Light House Fellowship Church of God, Mahogany Street, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Offciating will be Rev Jacqueline Fox-Deaveax assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Cremation will follow.
She was survived by her mother: Sherry Monique Turnquest; father: Jayson Clifford Cambridge Sr.; step mother: Tonya Cambridge; fance: Leornix Wright; three sons: Omar, Malik and Nathaniel Moncur; two daughters: Abigail and Kaleah Wright; one grandfather: Jonathan Cambridge; four sisters: Jayshine, Regine, Janay and Jasmine Cambridge; four brothers: Jayson Jr., Shalamar, Jameel and Christian Cambridge; one sister-in-law: Samantha Cambridge; one niece: Jaa’nai Cambridge; four aunts: Marchanille Folley (Robert), Tanya Johnson (Steve), Joan TelleHepburn (Kevin), Jacqueline Fox-Deveaux (Eric) and Janelle Cambridge; 4 uncles: Sebastian Turnquest, Arthral, Dexter and Julian Cambridge; eight grand aunts: Mary Capron, Joan Powell, Winnifred Ferguson, Rebecca Bethel, Berthalee GilbertWalkes, Ruth Edgecombe (Leonard), Janet Gilbert, Millie Cambridge; fve grand uncle: Douglas Turnquest, James Gilbert (Jennie), Allan Candy Gilbert ( Senora), Hilton and Gladstone Cambridge; numerous cousins and relatives: Destinee and Annisa Folley, Samantha and Giavonna Lightbourne, Sherelle Jones, Myranique, Shandera and Shequania Wright, Hannah and Ethan Fowler, Daniel and Danaiah Mcphee, Shanice (Philip), Philicia and Amara Marshall, Jalieel Sr. and Jalieel Jr. Minnis, Sade Mckenzie, Remon Bethel, Haven Solomon, Reyanldo (Chrissy), Omega, Joshua, Miriam, Samuel, and Simon Pintard, Maddison and Steven Johnson, Kyrie Archer, Alicia and Alexandre Telle, Melissa and Matthew Fox, Archanae and Akeemo Cambridge, Angel Cambridge, Leona and David Green, Faith and Elsworth Bain, Anne Greene and Family, Sandra Knowles and Family, Barbara Thompson Family, Wendy Constatine, Annisa Forbes, Danero, Davantae and Sitenny Greene, Alisha, Alanka and Vonya Green, Donae Cornish, Andre Cambridge, Kevin, Dwight and Craig Cambridge, Demory, Dereck, Darell and Donald Fernander, Craig, Kim, Dion, and Dwayne Dianna Fernaner Turnquest, Omar and Keva Bethel, Schevon Ferguson-Cunningham and Family, Shareen Ferguson, Daphne Delva, Dianne Keenan Johnson, Demetry Ferguson, Patrice Spychalla and daughter, Theron (Monique) and daughter, Justin (Lisa Dean) and children, Daphne, Nolan, and children Christopher (Amy Watson-Cambridge) and child and Alex Cambridge, Levada (James) Ingraham and children, Gretchen McMaugh and daughter, Sherry, Wanda, and Robin Scavella, Stephanie Nixon and children Lashelle (George) Sands and children, Juliette Symonette, Novalette and Latricia Cambridge, Meredith Newbold and children, Clifford (Sharon) and daughter, Cranston Scavella & children, Blair Scavella, Clinton Symonette, Grant (AnnaMae) and children, Dexter (Lawania) Cambridge and children, Philip Cambridge, Edison Moncur (wife) and children, Wayne Moncur (wife), Sophia Moncur (husband) and children, Marissa Moncur, Ian Gilbert (wife) and children, Uncles of B and C Squad 1990 and cousins and relatives too numerous to mention; friends: The Wright Family, The Moncur Family, Elena Hanna, Roshell McKinney, Sherville Burrows, Chardez Anderson, D’Shaun Miller, Jerome Sears, Ryan McInosth, Billy Downer Kitchen Staff, Head chef Prince Bethel, Seven Hills Community, The Moncur Family, Mrs. Wallace and other friends too numerous to mention.
Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until service.
Celebration of A Gem Service for
Bridgette Butler-Smith, 63
of #484 East Street South, will be held on Saturday, September 06, 2025 at 2pm at Evangelic Assembly Church of God in Christ, Baillou Hill Road and Fleming Street. Officiating will be Rev. A. DeWitt Hutcheson, Interim Pastor Bethel Baptist Church, assisted by Rev. Sherelle L. Saunders, Pastor Faith Mission Church of God, burial will be in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road.
The Radiance of this “Turquoise of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of her:
Husband: Alva Edison “Eddie” Smith Jr.; Mother: Beryl Legena Butler-Taylor; Two Step Daughters: Tia and Sheria Smith; One Brother: Police Sergeant 3021 Quincy Taylor (Jaime); Three Sisters: Patricia Barrett (Greg), Chief Superintendent of Police Sherry Armaly (Sergio) and Superintendent of Police Wakita Taylor-Hinzey; Nephews: Wendell and Janero Cooper, Police Constable 3888 Norman Hinzey Jr., Quelin and Quaden Taylor; Nieces: Lachara Rolle (Ruben), Police Constable 427 Valmanique “Peaches” Cooper, Rachea Mortimer (D’Maro), Rashanne and Sernaie Armaly and Khalia Ingraham; One Uncle: Whitney Butler; One Aunt: Sylvia Bethel; Four Grandnephew: Jayvon Mesidor, Rhiley Hinzey, D’ Vante Rolle and Tremar Wilmot;
Seven Grand Nieces: D’Avah Rolle, Natyra, Valicia, Vakicia, Nakyra and Nakyla Coper and Aria Mortimer;
Brothers-in-law Including: Kenneth Sr., Perry, Marvin and Adrian Smith; Sisters-in-law Including: Eshell Cooper, Bernadette Smith, Marsha Wilburn and Patrice Bethel (Ira);
Cousins: Anthony, Dwayne and Kevin Bethel, Charles and Matthew Butler, Pamela Butler-Turnquest, Valarie Bulter-Daley, Carla Butler-Oliver, Lieutenant Ruperthera Butler-Symonette Royal Bahamas Defence Force, Reverend Glenville and Michelle Roberts, Norman, Stephen and Assistant Superintendent of Police Whitney Bastian, Tiffany and Tamara Butler, Lavern Bethel, Donna Morton, Ministers Willard and Yvette Johnson, Joanne Knowles, Genevieve Barrette and Earl McKinney of New York, Myrtle Bowleg of Nebraska, Vivian Jonson and Lakesha Fuller of Miami, Florida;
God Brothers: Rev. Dereck, Randy and Kym Feaste;
Other Loving Family and Friends Including: Valman Cooper, Norman Hinzey Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Armaly, Maxine Lord, Edger Curry, Shanti Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Antoine Charles, Mr. Peter Belizaire, James and Vanria Roberts, Maneria Pinder, Jacqueline Brown, Michele Pierre, Yasmine Stubbs, Jarett Dean, Stephanie Adderley and their Families. The entire Edgecombe Family and The Evangelic Assembly Church of God in Christ Family.
Work Colleagues: Mrs. Lolita Colebrooke Senior Hospital Administrator and the entire Staff at the Sandilands Hospital;
Dental Clinic Staff: Doctor H. Mitchell Lockhart, Doctor Osmond Richardson, Vincent McWeeney, Dante Bazard, Sythela Cambridge, Shequel Pearce, Antoine Clarke, Dindo Almira, Maria Almira, Ramona Lewis, Movette Moore, Franshon Francis-Albury, Ramona Nicholls, Shenekah Turnquest, Anaard Lunn, Glendina Rahming, Margo Chipman, Susan Carey, Nakietha Kemp, Lorraine Armbrister, Gina Nottage, Marlene Johnson, Faye Lewis, Shantell Rodgers and Olivia Austin.
Public Visitation will be in the “Turquoise Suite” Emerald Memorial Mortuary, at Memories Funeral Homes in the Mount Royal Plaza, #85 Mount Royal Avenue North on Friday, September 05, 2025 from 12noon to 4:30pm, and at Evangelic Assembly Church of God in Christ, Baillou Hill Road and Fleming Street on Saturday, September 06, 2025 from 1pm until service time.
Guest book can be signed at www.emeraldmemorialmortuary.com
Death Notice For
MRS. DELPHINE BOYD announces the passing of her Husband, Mr. Lemuel James Boyd, 62 of Pine Yard Road who quietly made his earthly transition on Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 at Home.
His memories will forever remain in the heart of his Father: James Lockhart
Lemuel will forever be loved and remembered in the hearts of his Children: Latoya Boyd-Hamilton, Lemuel and Lemunique Boyd.
Granddaughters: Lael Boyd and Asia Hamilton
Daughter-in-law: Anastacia Boyd
Sons-in-law: Jaleel Armbrister and Ahmad Hamilton
Sisters: Carla Henderson, Tiffany Miller, Monique Lockhart, and Janelle Brissett.
Brothers: James Sr., Warren Sr., Regis, Marlon and Jarrette Lockhart.
Sisters-in-laws: Charlene (Sherwood) Fernander, and Lynette (Walterlee) Roberts.
Brothers-in-law: George Henderson Sr., Mario Miller, Randolph Brice Jr. (Deshaun) and Clayton Brissett.
Aunts: Enid Boyd and Beverly Treco.
Uncles: Cecil Jr., Alexander and Glenroy Boyd.
Numerous cousins and other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangement have been entrusted to CLARKE’S FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM and will be announced at a later date.
Death Notice For
MRS. ANTOINETTE FLOWERS announces the death of her Husband
Retired Police Officer Sargeant 268 Mr. Ezra Flowers, 84
of #5 Buttonwood Imperial Park on his heavenly transition on Saturday, August 31st, 2025 in the Princess Margaret Hospital.
He is also survived by his Children: Evaneth Johnson, Charmaine Sweeting, Shawn Smith, Seslyn Burgess, Anthony Allen, Miguel Bowleg, Marcel Flowers, Lamont Symonette, Abigail Sands, Ezrin Minus, Kadiesha Hepburn, Laura Harvey, Valania Flowers, Brian Flowers, Anya Flowers, Antonio Flowers, Lynette Flowers, Ezra Flowers Jr., Michelle Miller and Tonya Miller.
Numerous Grand and Great grandchildren
Sisters: Esther Colebrooke and Eutama King
Brother: Rupert Flowers Jr.
Mother-in-law: Corrine Duncombe
Sister-in-law: Jennifer Johnson and Sarah Mackey
Brothers-in-law: Stephen Duncombe, Sidney Mackey, Allison Moxey, Clever Duncombe, Peter Duncombe and Cedric Mackey
Many other relatives and friends
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to CLARKE’S FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM and will be announced at a later date.
Death Notice For
The Romer Family announces the death of their Matriarch, Mrs. Carmetha Elizabeth Romer, 74 of George Town, Exuma who passed away on Friday, August 29th, 2025 in the Princess Margaret Hospital.
She will be lovingly remembered by her Children: Julian Romer, Janice Romer, Livingston (Sandra) Romer, Clinton (Cindy) Romer and Nurse Jasmine Romer Dawkins (Tito)
Funeral arrangement have been entrusted to CLARKE’S FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM and will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service for
(Abaco)
Steven Christie Gardiner Sr., 55
of Cedar Harbour, Abaco, will be held at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Cedar Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas Friday September 5th 2025, at 11:00am. Officiating will be Host Pastor Marvin Mills. Assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Cedar Harbour Public Cemetery, Abaco, Bahamas.
He is predeceased by his, Grand Parents: Amos & Geraldine Kerr; Niece: Kashmir Reckley.
Left to cherished his precious memories are his Wife: Enid White (Gardiner) together with Theresa Woods (Gardiner); Children: Shavante Grant, Ashley Gardiner and Steven Gardiner, Jr.; Step-children: Terrell (Cleo) and Deandra Murray, Lavette Johnson, Me’Sha Smith and Regina (Charles) Calma; Parents: Leona & William Gardiner, Sr.; Grandchildren: Ashtin Gardiner, Connor Winters, Nevonne and Nevaeh Delancy, Jadyn and Rihanna Simms; Sisters: Beryl (Kirk) Reckley, and Meoshi Gardiner; Brothers: William Gardiner, Jr., and Jason (Phylicia) Gardiner; Nieces: Tiana, Michelle, Jaisha, Olivia, Aniya Gardiner, Moeisha Bootle, Jahmaine Sweeting, Katalya Gardiner, Chardonnay Pinder, Amanda, Trayneka Gardiner, Quanisha Rigby, Lynette Rodriguez, Shorette (Shaquielle) McDonald, Shereka Mills, Donnika Johnson, Stanya and Shamika White; Nephews: Kamir Reckley, Alexander, William IV Gardiner, Mario and Dario Bootle, Alfred Sweeting, Jaleel, Latrel Gardiner, Delenzo, Williams Dentery, Trayvon; Tristan Penn. Keandre Forbes, Amhad Johnson, Jeron Stuart; Grand Nieces and Nephews: Aunts: Winifred, McIntosh, Alberta Forbes; Uncle: Enos Gardiner; Mother-in-law: Viola Woods; Brothers-in-law: Kirk Reckley, Livingston Woods, Stanley, John White and Jeffery Johnson; Sisters-in-law: Sandra White, Phylicia Gardiner; Godchildren: Chanae Curry Bethel & Donnika Johnson; Special Cousins: Joseph (Yvette) Cooper & Family, Linda McIntosh Family. Renae Bootle, Elizabeth & Allan Grant & Family, Troy, Fredamae and Lashonda Grant, Maedeanna & C’etta Bethel; Kirk & Kendira Reckley, Cleola & Family, Theresa & Family; Special Friends: Lorenzo (Sharon) Octavien, Michael Ned Pritchard, Willis (Thedria) Lavarity & Family, Leander Albury, Vardo (Melinda) Munnings, Brian Symonette, Charles Bodie, Jeffery Johnson, Everette (Ethel) Hart, Sonja Toote, Tyrone Nabby, Isadora Blyden, Lydia Lloyd, Ronald (Judy) & Family, Charlie Mills & Family, Herbert Smith & Family, Bradley Fox, Jr & Family, Claude (Juanita) Bryan and OTM Family of Atlanta, GA; Coach Gary Evans & Family, Assistant Coach Antonio Williams, of Orlando, Florida; Eleanor (Bradley) Stuart, Kayla Riddick, Kirk Cornish, M.P. North Abaco, Sharalyn Cooper, Bernard Sawyer, Leon Wilchombe, Curtis Mills, Neville Kemp, Caro McKenzie, Rustin Rolle, Derrick Demeritte, Freddy Dean & Family, Bishop Samuel (Carmen) Cornish & Change Ministries Family, Kermit (Nadia) Curry & Family, Don (Jonnah) Bootle & Family, Ayanna Archer, Greta Strachan-Culmer; Bishop Carrington S. (Sabrina) Pinder and Family, Pastor Earlin (Joan) Baillou, Nicola Forbes, Wynsome Ferguson & Family, Lewis Dames; A Host of other Relatives and friends Including: The entire communities of Cedar Harbour and Murphy Town, Abaco; Special thanks to: Host Pastor Marvin (Melverne) Mills and the Ebeneezer Baptist Church Family, Chief Superintendent Thurston O/C & Team RBPF Abaco Division, Mrs. Dennelee Penn Evergreen Mortuary.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at The Church in Cedar Harbour on Thursday from 5:00p.m until service time
Funeral Service for Elzonia Humes, 84
of Butler’s Alley, will be held at Church of God Cathedral, East Street and Lily of The Valley Corner, Nassau, Bahamas on Saturday, September 6th, 2025, at 11:00am. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Carlton J Stuart Sr., Assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
Elzonia (Sue) is survived by her Children: Desiree Toote (Churton), Bridgette Knowles (Evangelist Kevin), Franz Humes, Marv Humes, Jennifer Ingraham (Cecil), Parrish Wallace (Danae), Maurice Wallace (Lakishia); Step Children: Bryan (Tervina) Ferguson, Anya Humes; Adopted Sons: Winston Hart, Robert Pinder, Romano Deleveaux; Grandchildren: Kenya Taylor (Matthew) Channa Rolle (Alex,) Pastor Jermaine Watkins (Kylie), Kevin (K.C.) Knowles (Justina), Kara Zubiller (Andre), Rachael Smith, Michael, Derevia and Sasha Humes, Marv Lamar Humes (Sydniqua), Leah Roker (Michael), Dayneth Taylor-Roberts, Adia Rolle, D’Kaza Burrows, Parrisia, Christianna, Jaheim and Danage Wallace, Malaya and MaKai Wallace; Adopted Grandson: Cpl 3623 Alvin Hepburn; Great Grandchildren: Kyro Taylor (Alecia), Malaysia Taylor, Channing, Alexa and Christian Rolle, Jayla and Jermain Watkins Jr., Kevin Keo Knowles III, and Kambri Knowles, Michael and Shamiah Humes, Dwayne Sands, Sean Bain, Cadence Pinder, Isaiah Roker, Selah Humes, Aaliana Roberts, Azalea Hepburn, Andrionne Douglas, Koa Wallace; Sisters: Sheila Ferguson (Admiral), Emily Cox, Mary Burrows; Brothers: Philip (Danny) Edgecombe (Elaine); Nieces and Nephews: Dino Saunders, Rev. Stefan Edgecombe (Cynthia), Felicia Wood (Ephraim), Theresa Myers (Jeffrey), Davern Sturrup (William), Neil Ferguson (Lisa), Shannon Dean, Kendrick Ferguson (Gerlene), Krishna Larimore (Theodore), Rev. Kevin Edgecombe (Raquel), Ramona Edgecombe, Shandy Edgecombe, Charlene Kirlew (Michael), Carlisa Gittens (Lynden), Aruda McKenzie (Steven), Dania Sands, Gary Cox (Patti), Jason Cox, Chrislyn Dean, Patricia Saunders (Cory), Trevor Edgecombe (Monique),Candida Lloyd, Tia Roberts (Alexis), Nanette Adderley, Roosevelt Virgil Jr. (Tammy), Natasha Moss, Racquel and Rochelle Burrows, Jamaal Russell (Dorlisa), Marcus Moncur (Caroline), Hans Moncur, Theo Douglas, Rev. Arthur Johnson (Shurie), James Edgecombe (Kenjanessa), Peter Edgecombe, Kevin Glinton (Edna), Michelle Chandler (Raymond), Troy Sampson (Anne Marie), Gina Thompson (Ernest), Gail Thompson (Stephen), Orapa Dawkins; In-laws: Patricia Edgecombe, Ruth Edgecombe, Roosevelt Virgil Sr., Genevieve Humes, Patrick Humes; Grand Nieces and Grand Nephews: Trishelle Saunders, Anna Gibbs (Barry), Barry O’Brien, Andre Edgecombe, Stefanie Bain, Daria Wood, Jasmine Smith (Laron), Jewell, Jem and Jade Myers, Ashton, Amilieo and Abrielle Sturrup, Andre, Brenae and Ryan Ferguson, DeShawn Dean (Denise), DeShae and Danielle Dean, Kendrick Jr., Kendreya and Kendall Ferguson, Tianna, Theodore Jr. and Thayo Larrimore, Kevin Jr., Kelli and Kristen Edgecombe, Ryan, Ashley and Tevin Edgecombe and John Knowles, Stefphen and Shonarie Sands, Ariel, Michael Jr., Mya and Aiden Kirlew, Lauren, Layla and Landon Gittens, Anthonique Williams, Ashley Stuart, Alisha and Brian (BJ) Sands, Gryer Mackey
(Shannon), Rashad Cox, Jason Jr. and Dyamond Cox, Taijah, Travis, Donovan and Jaelani Edgecombe, Tristen Ferguson, Alexis Roberts Jr., Mya Thompson, Aliyah and Tyneil Adderley, Teja Williams, Leslie Moss II, Jude Burrows, Marcus Jr. and Oliver Moncur, Celeste Moncur, Vincent, Ajani and Rajon Johnson, Jamaj and Semaj Edgecombe; and numerous great-grand nieces and nephews; Caregivers: Sharmaine Sands-Poitier, Victoria Smith, Losana Chery, Annette Frage; Other Relatives and Friends Including: Dec. Henrietta Walcott, Janice, Bobby-Jane Bastian, Rhoda Mortimer, Marcia Evans, Beryl Taylor, Helena Neely, Raquel Sully, Shakira Rolle, Carmen Gibson, Monique Rolle, Sherry Carey, Marty Powell, Ivy Bethel, Lydia and Shan Curry, Agnes Curry, Roscoe Russell, The Edgecombe and Curry Families of Abaco, The Ingraham family of Abaco, Bishop Carlton and Min. Genesta Stuart, Bishop Moses and Rev. Cynthia Johnson, The Rt. Hon. Perry G. Christie and Mrs. Christie, The Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin, The Hon. Jomo Campbell, Samuel Armaly, Apostle Dr. Flossiemae Moss-Cooper, The Cox Family, The Burrows Family, The Humes Family, The Ford Family, The Armaly Family, Delmar (Raquel) and Bishop Rudolph and Sis Bowe Family, Wakita Taylor, Sean and Yolanda Fernander, Randy Beneby & Family, Horatio Butler & Family, Davyonne Butler & Family, Harris Family, Johnny Petit-frere & Family, Justus Rolle & Family, Fritz Ferguson, Pastors and Members of Church Of God Cathedral – Lily of The Valley Corner, PLP Stalwart Councilors, PLP Englerston and Centreville Constituencies, Pastor Rickeno Moncur & Revolution Church Family, Pastor Terrence Forbes Church of God Light House, The Gaming Board, Most Worshipful Prince of Peace Grand Lodge, Queen Bethsheba Grand Chapter, The Butler’s Alley Crew and many, many other relatives and friends, too numerous to mention
Death Notice for
Sherry Yvonne Brown, 57
of Haven Road, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday August 30th, 2025.
She is survived by her Husband: Arlington Brown; Children: Arlington Jr., Ashton, Aldre Brown, Cherahyl Brown; Brothers: Deangelo, Sterlin Knowles, Kendrick and Kemuel Kemp, Derek, Gregory, Ricardo, Trevor Miller; Sisters: Dezerine Smith, Valencia Bodie, Sophia Steadman & Teesha Taylor; Sisters-in-law: Arreouna, Judy Brown, Frances Deal, Betty Butler; Brother-in-law: Christopher Brown; Aunt: Carolyn Miller, Angela Clarke, Renee Pargo; Uncles: Peter Ferguson & Oriel Knowles Grand Aunt: Malvese Knowles and a host of other relatives and friends that will be mentioned at a later date.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary, located on Parkgate & Village Road.
Funeral Service for (Abaco)
Stanley McIntosh, 58
of Fire Road, Abaco, will be held at Faith Walk Church of God, Cooper’s Town, Abaco, Bahamas Saturday, September 6th, 2025, at 11:00am. Officiating will be Pastor Herbert Edgecombe. Assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Fire Road Public Cemetery, Abaco, Bahamas.
He is predeceased by his Father: Stanley Charles McIntosh I; Mother: Alveria Cornish-McIntosh; Son: Stanley McIntosh III; Daughter: Shaniqua McIntosh.
Left to cherish his memories are his, Loving Wife: Donnette McIntosh; Adopted Parents: Jeff and Rebecca Scannelli, Elmore & Florence Sawyer; Sons: Onassis McIntosh, Antwion (Tanya), Matthew and Montez McIntosh; Daughters: Dominique (Shane Sr.) Alexander, Chiante (Jeremy) Russell; SISTERS: Lynda, Louise, Shavon and Lovely McIntosh, Sisley Nesbitt (Lavardo Cartwright), Olive Forbes; Brother: Sylvan McIntosh; Grand Children: Torrance and Terrence Royals, Taylor-Marie, Shane Jr., Shalaya and Shaun Alexander, Kristanique McIntosh, Latrelle Rolle, Jemiyah Russell, Jahano Greene, Khade McIntosh, Izeah Cooper, Kendeno Lightbourne and Zyon McIntosh; Father-in-law: Donald (Clara) Outten; Sisters-in-law: Leona Dell, Uneak Outten, Burella (Ken) Gardiner, Yvonne Thompson, Marilyn (Roosevelt) Rolle, Claudia (Roddie) Sawyer, Candris Outten; Brother-in-law: Tego Adderly; Adopted Sisters: Carolyn Pedican, Fayann, Sandramae, Portia, Sheila Cornish; Adopted Brothers: Freeman (Washy), Derrick, Roy Cornish, Stephen Pedican, Roberto Smith, Bernard Sawyer, Chino Cornish Sr.; NIECES: Monica, Aneisha (James), Lasasha (Donald), Ka’Andra, Satara (Gary), Georgina, Dora, Quanieka, Laquina (Durrell), Sylvana, Salena (Elan), Soraya (Frank Jr), Anadeldra, Evelyn, Tandalia, Bianca, Cecile (Bernard), Lynn, Deneisha, Raffie (Ishmael), Bridgette, Sheena, Queenie, Euphemie, Claudine, Jaquay Sands and Diamond Gardiner; Nephew: Floyd, Tanash, Alvaro, Michael, Calvin, Toyin (Caroline), Ryan (Daniella), Travan, Ivan, Amado, Oliver (Jackie), Terell (Leona), David Sr., Derek Sr. (Nadene), Clinton (Golden), Labon & Cedron McIntosh, Lavardo Hield; Nieces-in-law: Natalia, Aaliyah, Latonya, Ri’Charnette; Nephews-in-law: Marvin Jr., Deonte, De’Angelo, Kenrick Jr., Tristan, Leonardo, Remonte, Benjamin, Joshua, Donald and Payton; Adopted Sons: Mickey St. Vil, Anthony Nixon Jr.; God Children: Izaiah Smith, Jayden Brutus, Amari Demeritte, Amani Russell, Karter Rolle; God Brothers: Sidney and Omri McIntosh, Floyd Poitier; God Sisters: Jennet McIntosh; Cousins: Michael, Lonnie, Eusais, Esther, Ernestine, Marilyn, Roselyn, Olga, Bernice, Delcine, Nancy, Ebony, Cecil, Edward Jr, Jennalee,
Florina, Elaine, Rudy, Lenward, Eddison, Clyde, Ferica, Merlene, Bradie, Dudley, George, Glenroy; A Host Of Other Relatives and Friends: Former Prime Minister The Right Honorable Hubert Ingraham, MP Kirk Cornish, Darren Henfield & Family, Leslie & Ruth Cornish & Family, Estelle McKinney & Family, Ejnar Cornish & Family, Sunny Russell, Bethsheba Darville, Eric & Kathi Scannelli, Sean Laing, Glenn Morgan, Ravonne Hepburn, Johnny & Jennesse Roberts, Joe & Claude Sullo, Joe K & Patti Possillico, Rob Drake, Andy Pollack, Mike Leahy, Vince Austin, Pat & Debbie Votta, Jamie ‘The Tick’ Johnson, Christina, Chip & Leesie O’Connell, Sara & Jason Callender, Craig & Dina Colasanti, Chris & Tricsh Colasanti, Vince Scannelli, Laura Weinstein, Barry Robinson, Rachel & Greg Graham, Jesse Gettling, Larry Rubin, Paul Watson, Jack Kohut, Terrence & Jane Lightbourne, Phil Rizzutto, Jeff Melici, Dominic Liberta & Family, Gerry Brutus & Family, Vernal & Jacob Cornish, Erma Burrows & Family, Pastor Felton Pritchard & Family, Pastor Herbert Edgecombe & Family, Joy & Erma Duncombe & Family, Cliff Bootle & Family, Valderine Adderly & Family, Rosemae McIntosh & Family, John McIntosh & Family, Cleveland Fawkes & Family, Debbie Saunders, Barbara Saunders, Maggie McDonald, Greg McKinney, Kirk Sawyer, Deolie (Stumpy), Bishop Clayton McIntosh & Family, Garneth Edgecombe & Family, Harriet (Happy) & Nat Mather, Linda Mather-Collie Flaywood & Patrice Cooper, Beltrum& Ingrid Curry, Patrice Cooper, Beltrum & Ingrid Curry, John & Toni Albury, Berkley & Andray Roberts, Deoli & Gayle McIntosh, Judyann Adams, Shelton and Iona Gardiner, Lee Russell, Wilton Pinder, Ejnar Cornish & Family, Marshall Russell, Todd & Stacy Cooper, Eudene, Blanch, Charlotte, Dellarese, Oatman (Bussup) McIntosh, David Henfield, Rebbecca McIntosh & Family, Effie Edgecombe, Sanria Greene, Coralee Pedican, Ambrose Bullard & Family, Stanford, Raymond & Sidney McIntosh, Willis Levarity & Family, Terell, Tonya Cornish, George Russell, Nell & Mispah McIntosh & Family Fredrick Da Skipper Cornish, Calvin Albury & Family, Everette Bootle & Family, Welbourne Bootle & Family, Drexel Bootle & Family, Burnell Williams & Family, Samuel McIntosh & Family, Jeffery & Rafeletta Russell & Family, Shaquinta Russell, Deavalo Russell & Family, Michael & Deloris McIntosh & Family, Joseph & Yvette Cooper & Family, Marjorie & James Baillou & Family, Deloris & Ralph Russell & Family, Joiclen McIntosh & Family, Jonathan Reckley & Family, Kenneth Benardo & Family, Holly & Jeoff Jones, Joseph Tortorella & Family, Anya (Stephano) Gibson, Deshan (Darrell) Sears, New York Family, North Carolina Family, Treasure Cay Family, Black Wood Family, Fire Road Family, The McIntosh, Cornish, Reckley, Baillou, Cooper, Rolle, Sands, Russell, Gardiner, Adams, Edgecombe, Miguel Ingraham, Portia Rolle, Michelle Smith, Omerit Hield and Freeland Rolle; and host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at The Church in Cooper’s Town on Friday from 5:00p.m until service time
Funeral Service For
Claramae Bain, 68
of Sea Breeze, New Providence, Bahamas and formely of South Andros, Bahamas will be held at New Covenant Baptist Church, East West Highway, New Providence on Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.
Officiating will be Bishop Simeon B. Hall Pastor Emeritus. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.
Left to cherish her memories are her sons: Marvin Pennerman, Noll Bain & Admiral Vergil; daughter-in-law: Starlone Rivette Bain; grandsons: Detective Constable Tomar & Akeem Pennerman, Corporal Jaquiel Rolle USMC and Able Seaman Brendon Rolle; granddaughters: Marvanique Pennerman, Tanaisha Bain & Chantal Bullard; great granddaughter: Tomara Clara Treasure Pennerman; sisters: Shirley Spence & Maria Sweeting; brothers: Emmanuel Ferguson, Wenzel Rolle & Alfred Grant; nieces: Rev. Dr. Karen Belle, Nelda/Joe Fox, Shirley Smith, Staretta Spence, Felicia/ Raynold Neilly, Jennifer Wilkinson, Sophia Purcell, Angelina Sweeting, Ethel Howard; grand nieces: Kaynell Smith, Kendra Belle, Dr. Latanya Belle Adderley Lasheka/Antonne Stubbs, Latisa Deveaux, Jonel Fox, Raynisha, Rachea, Raynik Neilly, Havana Wilkinson, Cassidy Purcell, Ciara Purcell, Sapphire Purcell, Henniyah Cooper, Wenzelle Rolle, Ashley Grant, Lavandernique, Martinique, Kevia, Aleka & Wayochea Spence; nephews: Angelo Sweeting, Jermaine Ferguson, Martin, Fritz/Terry & Wayde/Jessica Spence; grand nephews: Delton/ Andreanne Smith, Kendal Jr. & Alexander Belle, Martin Jr., Wayde Jr. & Giovanni Spence, Raynold & Raegan Neilly, Hakiem Wilkinson and Kayl Eldon; aunts: Roslyn Sweeting, Carnetta Bostwick; uncle: Anderson Sweeting; cousins: Agnes Bain, Alecia, Joel, Jolecia, Jonae, Jolanda, Alec Rahming, Harlton Sonia Kunai, Kyle Bain, Henry, Deidra, Owen Bain, Annatol, Annalee Bain, Minera & Willis Jones, Wayne, Lyn, Jeremiah, Bharti, Hugh, Urich, Tamal, Jareth Jones, Elizabeth Watkins, Willie Watkins, Luella Sweeting, Tiffilo Johnson, Byron, Tiffany, Tifel Hamilton, Gonzalo, Nadia, Kareem Brancaccio, Leviticus Greene Esther Burger, Charmain, Kenroy, Glenroy Woolery, Miriam & Stirling Charles, John, Catherine, James, David, Evan Tayor, Naomi Sweeting, Chariah, Christen Ferguson, Alice & David Thompson, Anthony& Ione Sweeting, Dominique Sweeting, Val Gervais, Alfred & Beverly Sweeting, Miranda, Alfred
Jr. Sweeting, Caleb Jr., Lefred, Marvin, Dale Sweeting, Karrington Schroeter, Anja Howard, Azaria Wright, Kristen, Makio Munninga, Clifford and Alexanda Wright, Barbara Mckinney, Cassandra/Yorrick Evans, Coral Lee Roach, Clement/Patrice McKinney, George/Charisse Mckinney, Anita Hudson, Sherese Rolle, Janice Rolle, Theresa Rolle, Stafford, Lucas, Herman and Cecil Armbrister, Dorothy Ambrister Taylor, Alice Phillips, Maedawn Rahming, Prenell Henfield, Rev. Dr. Dora Pamela Smith and Lillian Newbold, Janet Fynes Bain, Cleora/ Chuck Pratt, Rev. Ellerston/Daphne Smith, Norma Fynes, Avery/Erin Bain, Franchort/Sharmie Pratt, Hosea Pratt, Nicola Fynes & Family, Mary Fynes, Karus/Keishel Fynes & Family, Mervin/Margaret Fynes & Family, Stephen/Dr. Tamika Fynes, Brenda Fynes Daxon & Family, Larae & Laren Neeley, Jeannie Johnson, Savatheda/Preston Coke, Anthony, Dencil, Corrine, Dencil Porter & Family, Randy, Bradley & Paula Mackey & Family, Sandy Duncanson, Cordearo Fynes; other relatives and friends: D’Andra, D’Angelo, Darren, De’ston, Lavar, Lamond, Agassi Sweeting, Latoya Saunders, Alvin and Belva Collie & Family, Christine Longley, Sonia Taylor, Barbara Bowe Pinder, Cynthia Taylor and Family, Noralee and Family, Angie Ferguson and Family, The Neelys, Forbes, Rolle, Duncombe and Rahming Family, Pastor Robert WT Mckinney and Members of Grace Communion International and South Andros Community.
Friends may pay their last respects at Rock of Ages Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Wullf & Pinedale Road, New Providence from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Friday, 5th September, 2025 and at the church on Saturday, 6th September, 2025 at 11:00a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For Gloria E. Rolle, 92
of Christopher Street off Farrington Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Calabash Bay, Andros, Bahamas died at her residence on Sunday, 31 August, 2025.
She is survived by her children: Anita and Philip Beneby, Betty M. Rolle, Mercia and Dr. Orreth Case and Etta and Michael Hornsteiner; eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For Funeral Service for CARLON ANTHONY “Cowboy” BETHELL, 74
Gary Williams, 70
of Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Bera Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Baillou Hill Road, New Providence on Sunday, September 7th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Peter Joseph. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Garden Cemetery, Soilder Road, Ew Providence.
Left to cherish Gary’s memories are his loving and devoted wife: Portia Williams; son: Romeo Miller; daughter: Gabrielle Williams; siblings: Elder Donna Turnquest (George), Robert Williams (Sandra), Mark Williams (Carolyn), Timothy Williams (Yvelise), Elder Audley Mitchell (Dr. Monique), and Kim Woodside; nieces and nephews: Nicole Sutherland King (Orson), Danielle Sutherland, Andra Sutherland, Leading Seaman Howard Williams, Xavier Williams (Alicia), Marques Williams (Tiffany), Durelle Williams (Gina), Malcolm Williams, Torey Williams, Daniel Williams (Candice), Victoria Williams, and Andrea Williams; grandnieces and grandnephews: Lyric Culmer, Zion King, Jalen Cartwright, Alijah, Ayden, and Aaron Butler, Hailey Ellis, Eli and Zen Williams, Claire Williams, Isabel Williams and Ethan Williams; and a host of other relatives and friends including: the families of the late Harold Bridgewater (Harold Jr., Nicola, Fred, Fredrica, Trancinell), Iva Wilson (Valerie, Eulah, Lester, Sheffield, Sheena, and Konya), Ena Hanna (Joan, Derek, and Charmaine), Willa Mae Bridgewater (Linda, Clarice, Juanita, Trevor, Steve), Roland Bridgewater (Heloise Stuart, Miriam Patrick, Rolene Bridgewater, Ivan), and Philomese Burrows, along with the Airport Taxi Drivers and the Ragged Island community.
Friends may pay their last respects at Rock of Ages Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Wullf & Pinedale Roads, New Providence from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September, 5th, 2025 and at the church on Sunday, September 7th, 2025 from 10:00am until service time.
of Cordeaux Avenue, will be held at Grace Community Church, #21 Grace Avenue, Palmetto Village, on Saturday, 6th September, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Lyall Bethel, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel will officiate. Interment will follow in Ebenezer Methodist Cemetery, Shirley Street.
He is survived by his, Wife: Portia Bethell; three (3) Sons: Deputy Commander Defense Force, Captain Carlon (Orinoco) Bethell, Chief Petty Officer Marlon (Andranique) Bethell and Jevon Bethell; (1) pre-deceased: Teron Bethell Sr.; four (4) Daughters: Latesha, Carla, Lakisha and Shakara Bethell; four (4) Step-daughters: Paige Rahming, Taverus Duncombe, Tyronique Rahming, and Purpose (Errol) Wilson; two (2) StepSons: Clarence and Jacklyn Hinzey; twelve (12) Sisters: Ernestine Joffre, Vernette Newbold, Geneva Johnson, Christine Swaby, Marilyn Meeres, Patrice Bethell, Kelly Lockhart, Gwel Williams, Willimae Cooper, Portia Bethell, Carmen Cornish and Lydia Bethell; four (4) Brothers: Phillip, Kevin and Jeffrey Bethell and Jason Smith; thirteen (13) Grandchildren: Natalia, Nathaniel (Toni) Brown, Carlon II, Kyla, Teron Jr., Tira, Jevon Jr., Devine Bethell, Ariel Bodie, Daniel and Nathan Bethell, Dekhari Louison and Teran Adderley Jr.; two (2) Great-Grandchildren: Donté Ferguson and Akemi Bethell; five (5) Sisters-in-law: Shernal and Verona Bethell, Emily Ferguson, Helen Turnquest and Melita Carey; Eight (8) Brothers-inlaw: Sonny Joffre, Patrick Swaby, Curtis Cooper, Samuel Cornish, AFCPO Onassis Ferguson, Dominque and D’Angelo Ashe, Sidney Pratt; Adopted Daughter & Caregiver: Granelda Sands; Mother-in-law: Roceta (David) Ashe; Father-in-law: Oswald (Millicent) Ferguson; numerous nieces and nephews: Dion, Renee, Rhonda, Astranique, Jonquill, Philshire, Tara Bethell, Crystal Lightbourne, Warren (Janique) Wilson, Mario Meeres, Chaqua Ferguson, Samuel and Joshua Cornish, Paige Archer, Kino Bowe, Anwar Seymour, Dr. Elon (Giselle) Joffre, Sharon (George) Stuart, Chamar (Roshanda) Joffre, Jemelia Joffre, Rose, Richmond and Alex Newbold; and Andre. Numerous grand nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Ralphaletta (Kenneth) Hall, Charles Evans, Pastor Walter Sands, Samuel Cleare, Mark Bethell, Dianne Gibson Knowles and family, Florence Saunders and family, Karen Joffre and family, Karen Ingraham - the Ingraham & Roker families, Commodore Floyd Moxey and members of the Royal Bahamas Defense Force, Nasair McPhee, Wendy Strachan and family, Caroline (Vernal) Brathwaite and family, Teran Adderley Sr. and family, Terez Davis and the Munroe family, The Storr’s, Kyle Stubbs and family, Herecuts Barbers, Doctors, Nurses and the staff of Male Medical II (PMH), Grace Community Church family, Pastor Derek Feaste & Family, Prophet Trevor Stubbs & members of Free In Jesus Ministries, Apostle Dr. Kevin & Pastor Alice Collie, Bishop Lionel Rolle, Pastor Ellison (Leha) Greenslade & members of Bible Truth Ministries.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, #36 Rosetta Street, on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday at the Church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Funeral Services For
The Hon. Sir. Dr. Winston Churchill Rolle, 81 DHL, J.P.
of Fowler Street, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, 10:00am at Salem Union Baptist Church, Taylor Street, New Providence. Offciating will be The Rev’d. Frederick E. Kelly, JP Senior Pastor, Epiphany Methodist Church assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Western Cemetery, Nassau Street, New Providence.
Left to cherish his memories are his twin brother, Franklyn Roosevelt “Cox” Rolle; younger brother: Sidney Ivan “Bugs” Demeritte; children: Vanessa Charmaine Rolle (daughter) Junkanoo Legend 2023), Carbajai Lamado Rolle Sr. -Son (Angelica), Laudiano Akayme Rolle-Son, Pierre J. G. Paul (son), Raymond Paul (Calpurnia)(son), Alrick Brice (son), Kareem Brice (son), Ray Tito Fubler (son), Brenton Rolle (nephew/son)), Nakela Darling (daughter); grandchildren: Carbajai Rolle Jr. and Cassius Rolle; extended Family: Jennifer Braynen, Julien Sands, Vanwright Murphy, Andrew Sears, Donnie Stuart, Annamae KnowlesSmith, Omeas Pinder and Terry Knowles, his Beloved Barber Mr. Michael Cifort, Mr. Sheldon Morris and the Staff at Sam’s Business Center, Jacqueline Pratt, Vanessa Gibson, Hartline Gordon, Keith Cleare, Benjamin Whyte, Nursing Offcer Vashti Mitchell, Jewel Cartwright, Terianna, Lil Ting, Frances Dean, Olive Neely, Josephine McKinney, Alfreda Gaitor, Jewelann Bethel, Sylvia Wallace White, Brian Greene and Josh Weir (his mechanics), Dr. Joan Carey, Candy Jean, Nurse Makiba St. Jean, Nigel Bethel, Lydia from Eleuthera, Rev. Frederick Kelly and Epiphany Methodist Congregation, Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of The World, Reuben G. Knowles Lodge No. 1760, Bahamas State Association of Elks, Ivan Wallace Council No. 108, Antler Guard Company No.1, Cecilia Cooper, Linda Braynen, Betty Young, Trevor Carey, Sonia, Paul, Mr. Rolle from the Sea Breeze Community, Patrick Huyler, Glenisha Albury, God Child, Monique Taylor, Patricia ‘Pat’ Mortimer, Greg Evans, Carmetta Sands and Joycelyn McIntosh and the Grand Cay Crew, Jacqueline McPhee, Val Cooper, Helen Douglas, Marvin Pennerman, Charles Ingraham, Melony Kelly, Kevin and Alicia Ward; special thanks to: all of his Doctors, Nurses and PMH Staff of Oncology Dr. D Curling, Dr. M Munroe, Dr. Francis, Dr. Major and Staff, The Medi-Center and Dr. Nicolas Fox, Blair Woodside-Adderley and Staff, Nurse Dawn Albury-Gaitor and the Osteotomy Center.
Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O, Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 9:00am until service time.
Christirano Butler-Elliott, 30
of Augusta Street, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Friday, July 18, 2025 will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, 11:00am at Goodwill Church of God, Peardale, New Providence. Offciating will be Bishop Darren Woods assisted by Other Ministers. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads.
He is survived by his parents: Chris Elliott and Tiffany Butler-Percentie; step father: Alton Percentie Sr.; sisters: Jenka Johnson & Alexis Percentie; brothers: Alexio & Alton Percentie Jr., Jamal & Mario Elliott; grandmother: Mrs. Beryl Elliott; nieces: Aaronique, Jesha Johnson, Marinique; nephews: Deonte, Deon Jr., Mario Jr.; aunts: Hezica & Sophie Butler, Charlene Flowers, Nycoa Knowles, Jan Hepburn, Andrea Farrington; uncles: Mario Minnis, Jason & Alexander Flowers, Dave Elliott; grandaunts: Geraldine & Dotlean Flowers, Vernita Meadows, Sharon Dames, Geneva Rolland, Theresa and Virginia Bullard; cousins: Janihea Flowers, Alani Moulton, Alexandria Flowers, Vashanique, Joshua, Javounty, Victor, Valdez, William, Rachael, Kai, Keonte, Kia A’Miracle, Aaliyah, Rona (Clifton) Astwood, Tula Knowles, Joshua & Julia Hepburn, Godfrey (Essy) Knowles, Shuvan (Keyshawn) Bonaby, David Jr., Danocia, D’Shae, O’Nae and Aalayah Cash, Ingrid Forbes Family, Linda Forbes & Family, Yvonne & Clarence Dean & Family, Marvin & Brittney Darville & Family, Hazel & Phillip Wells, Deidre Miller, Denidra & D’Shante Josey & Family, Shanley & Latera Bodie and Family, Troy & Natasha Lewis and Family, Jermaine & Sherine and Family, Hesbond & Sharmaine and Family, Monique & Jermaine and Family, Abigail and Mario and Family, Kiffany & Mario Daxon and Family, Dellerese & Malcolm Charles and Family, Quinteka & Tyrone Sands and Family, Theresa Rolle And Family, Creola Pinder and Family, The Andrews Family, The Elliott Family, The Percentie Family, The Claridge Road Family, The Muck-A-Mucks Family, R. M. Bailey Family, C. H. Reeves Family, Claridge Primary School Family, and a host of family and friends too much to mention.
Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O, Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 10:00am until service time.
Funeral Services For
Vangalyn Storr, 56 affectionately called “Muddy”
of Golden Gates Strait, Golden Gates No.2, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Friday, August 1, 2025 will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, 11:00am at Bethlehem Holiness Faith Mission off Soldier Road, New Providence. Offciating will be Bishop Samuel W. Pinder assisted by Deacon Donnie Wright. Interment will follow in Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road, New Providence.
Left to cherish his memories are his daughter: Vandessa Storr; son: Vangalyn Storr; brothers: Larry Adderley and Fredrick Storr; adopted sisters: Tanya Evans and Melony Beckford; adopted brothers: Rudolph Larimore, Garvin and Raymond Evans; brother-in-law: Dave Beckford; uncle: Benjamin Charlton; aunts: Mother Estella Storr-Evans, Dothlyn Storr and Edna Charlton; special friend: Nyoka Roberts; nephews: Elvardo, Lemero and Larando Wright, David Fowler, Lahmal Adderley, Shawn and Brian Gibson; nieces: Keisha, Keyah Adderley, Brittany, Shawnel Gibson, Prestinca, Blair Wright; cousins: Beneva, Justin, Perez, Jason Charlton, Janny and (Perston), Keren, Laureen, Tana, Jeremy Wright, Rudolph Culmer Jr., Byron (Shirlean) Wright, Corey Storr, Jeremiah Wright, Patrick, Vat, Gideon (Andria) Storr, Kayla Ferguson, Escharles Storr, Ishmeal, Janice, Rosenell Storr, Marenette, Denise, Violtino, Ernest, Esther Rolle, Bridgette, Terance, Shermeka Wright, Jeffery (Joy) Burrows, Logon Burrows, Kevia and Micheal Clarke, Admund and Lionella Burrows, Chief Correctional Offcer Phillip Burrows (Lisa), Nursing Offcer Jacqueline Bonaby, Deputy Director of Public Prosecution Eucal Bonaby, Violet, Jennifer Burrows, Elder John and Lucy Wright, Donnie, Johnette, Denny and Trevor Wright, Ethel Thompson, Lisa and Timmy Moss, Ken and Miranda Storr, Bernadette and Jeff Hanna, Dornetta and Eddie Bain, Deon and Thursha Wright, Dr. Inez Rolle, Nellie Rolle, Veronica Bain and Family, Bishop Robert McPhee and Family, Pastor Derick Maycock and Family, Bishop Samuel Pinder and Family and other relatives and friends.
Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O, Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 10:00am until service time.
Edris Christina Rolle, 84
a resident of #6 Orlender Drive, South Beach Estate, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, 6th September, 2025, 10:00am at St Celica Catholic Church, Third Street, Coconut Grove, New Providence. Offciating will be Fr. Simeon Roberts. Interment will follow in the Catholic Cemetery, Taylor Street, New Providence.
She will be lovingly and fondly remembered by her daughter: Sarah (Barrington); grand-daughters: Dihannah & Breanna; great grandson: Omare; brothers: Eric, Carl (Yvonne), Jeremiah (Vangy) Kenneth (Antoinette), Greg (Donna); sisters: Rebecca, Louise (Nathan), Venera (Van), Valda, Denise, Evan; nieces: Patricia, Marcie, Lyn, Terry (Paul), Carlette, Shaneka, Dorell, Sharon, Kaywana (Ian), Krystel (Dellan), Michellle, Savannah, Deandra, Symeka, Natisha, Nathylee (Rico), Jerinique, Ruthnell, Davanekque (Kevin), Monica (David), Samantha, Robyn (Darren), Denise, Delores, Kenya (Fenrick), Christine, Aniska, Edwa, Angela (John); nephews: Brett, Dereck, Bernard, Eric, Nathan, Jamal (Shoniquer), Mario, Luke (Anischa), Antionne (Crystal), Carl (Keara), Jeremiah, Kwemo, Reco, Javaughn, Deodano, Nikita, Chauncey, Andy, Uriel, Rodney, Joel, Luke Sr.; grand nieces: Andrea, Tyja, Cardria, Rudina, Tylyn, Shadavia, Shaday, Roquel, Natalie, Ariah, Olivia; grand nephews: Jamie, Logan, Anwar, Kendall, Kelsey, Temshai, Tayvaughn, Mario Jr., Adjani, Ramado, Brett Jr., Mitch, Samuel, Aiden, Samuel, Runiel, Joshua, Luke Jr.; great grand nieces: Kiah, Gia, Jessica, Danyqua, Trishell, Kaylea, Emily, Della, Monae, Emily; great grand nephews: Stanley, Gregory, Tristan, Rubean, Rannaldo, Romello; sister-in-law: Rosemary Johnson-Cartwright; great great grand nephew: Rodney, Damari, Robert, Jeremiah; great great grand niece: Kenisha, Kamiah; step daughter: Paula Greenslade; god daughter: Bridgette; church daughter: Kayla Paul-Lindsey; numerous relatives and friends including but not limited to: Joycelyn, Rudolph (Skipper) Fowler & family, Sylvia, Joy, Wendy, Sharon, Joann, Deborah and Family, St. Cecilia Church Family, The whole Island of Cat Island, The Straw Market Family, The Farrington Road family, Mae, Joan, Anischa, Stephon, Shantia, Lakia, Shantavia. Rasheed, Sonia Victoria, Shavell, Kay, the Johnson family.
Friends may pay their respects at the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O, Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 11:00am to 5:00pm and at the Church on Saturday from 9:00am until service time.
Funeral Service For
Oscar Henry Miller Jr., 55
of McKann’s, Long Island, Bahamas who died on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, 10:00am at Prayer & Deliverance Temple Church Inc., Nassau Village, New Providence. Offciating will be Apostle Winton W. Roberts, M.O., J.P. assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will be held in McKann’s Public Cemetery McKann’s, Long Island on Thursday September 11, 2025 at 9:00am.
Forever holding him in their hearts are the one who shared his journey: Shorn Adderley-Miller; childrenhis radiant diamonds: Kimora Miller and Yolanda Knowles-Moultrie; precious granddaughters: Maliyah, Melody and Maddison; dearest brothers: Carlton Knowles, Jeffrey Knowles, Brian Miller, Dwight “Ikey” Miller, Ricardo Miller; beloved sisters: Pastor Joydawn Roberts, Almetta Miller-Brown, Andrea Vanessa Seymour, Sonia Storr and Kelly Polhman Family; chosen by love: Gracie Knowles, Joan Knowles, Apostle Winton W. Roberts, M.O., J.P., Dennis Brown, Georgiemae Miller, Sonia Miller, Mark Seymour, Avalon Miller, Gideon Storr, Carla Bethel, Shavonne Adderley, Vincente Adderley, Lynden Adderley, Darrell Adderley and Jade Adderley; treasured nieces and nephews: Jermaine Williams, Jill and LaToya Adderley, Lakeisha Reckley, Candy Dawe, Inga Knowles, Carlton Knowles Jr., Malekeh Bowe, Latia Duncombe, Johnathon Edwards, Minister Jamaal and Jewel Knowles, Kishner Symonette, Audika Johnson, Pastor Zuhleka Nabbie, Sherricka Roberts, Winton Roberts Jr. & Ezekiel Roberts, D’Andra, Damona, Deneko and Dennis Jr. Brown, Brian Jr., Muriko and Mareche Miller, Dwight and Tiffany Miller, Shelby and Serena Seymour, Aidan and Rommel Miller, Krishnell, Brittany, and Bria Storr, Tameka Bain and Tamica Roberts; cherished Aunts: Rosella Miller, Evelyn Pratt and Sharon Farquharson; beloved step sisters: Cleomi Ramsey-Kargail, Cheryl Roberts-Charlton; numerous grandnieces and nephews including: Nevaeh Brown, Zorana & Anya Brown, Brianne Miller, Cruz Cooper, Amir Miller, Shafton Jr. Burrows, Jamiah, Jaliah & Jamaal Nabbie, Lesean Farquharson, Tori Simms, Shalicia Johnson, La”ah, Dakoda &Devon Grant, Nicky & Winton III Roberts, Alyssa Curtis, Isaiah, Jamilio &a Jaavez Roberts, Lataria Darville, Dillion and Delano, Nevaeh Johnson, Ron Ferguson, Harmony Lockhart, Eldora & Jace Knowles, Jaydah Knowles, Q’Mya Charlton; Cherished Godparents: Cornelius Miller and Grace Dean; extended family and dear friends: Felicia Evans & Family, Cathy SmithJefferson, Edward, Rudolph, Paul and Henry Johnson of Hollywood Florida, Francis, Glen and Zyndall Rahming, Peggy Smith, Wanda Knowles, Craig Pratt, Cassandra Watson, Cherry Martin, Ellis & Anthony Miller, Pauline Moncur, Marcus & Ashton Pratt, Pastor Lavern Bethel, Stephanie Pratt,
Allison Wiles, Minister Reno Brennen & Alicia Braithwaite, Shirley, Betty, Diane & Donald Miller, Stafford, Joseph, Benjamin and Reo Miller, The family of Emily Miller-Bullard, Kelphene Ramsey, Clifton Bullard, Ronald & Denise Adderley, Cleophas and Mary Miller, Jamaal Cooper & Family, Gloria Bastian, Tryphena & Freddie Knowles, Luther & Rose Edgecombe, Karen Emmanuel-Hall, Kirkwood Andrews, and Leanna Smith, Rev. Urban & Maria Knowles, Pastor Ivan Roberts & Family, Stanley Pinder & Family, Judy Pinder, Bernadette (Mumbo) Stubbs, Kathleen Brice & Family, Roweena Cooper & Family, Stella Farrington & Family, The Community of McKanns, Long Island, the Community of St. Luke’s Avenue, staff of Grand Bahama Health Services, the Doctors & Nurses of Male Medical II (Princess Margaret Hospital), Prayer and Deliverance Temple Church, his Squadmates of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, A. F. Adderley Graduation Class of 1987, and those who walked beside him too numerous to mention.
Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O, Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 10:00am until service time.
Death Notice For
Deaconess Natasha Robertha
Mackey, 49
of Lincoln Blvd., New Providence, Bahamas died at her residence on Friday, August 29, 2025.
She is survived by her mother, Rev. Claudimae Hepburn; daughter, Raquel Morley; grandson, Nickario Braynen; adopted daughter, Trevornique Hepburn; sisters, Deaconess Florence Charlton, Jacqueline Sturrup, Shandell Evans, Antionette Mackey-Knowles and Theresa Miller; brothers, Trevor Hepburn, Thomas, Deroy, Barry and Sheldon Mackey; aunts, Shanrose Clarke, Emily Smith of Jacksonville, Fla., Deaconess Adline Thurston, Kimberley and Whyone Symonette, Verdell McKenzie, Loretta Neely, Mavis Miller, Sylvene Mackey, Deborah Marche and Gale Carey; uncles, Nelson Symonette, Eldon Smith of Jacksonville, Fla., Frederick, Calvin, Roosevelt, Franklyn, Frank, Jermaine and Salathiel Mackey Jr. and Wendall Adderley; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Services For
Dellarese Hanna, 59
a resident of Bozine Drive, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at First Baptist Church, Market Street, New Providence on Saturday, 6th September, 2025 at 11:00am. Offciating will be Rev. Diana Francis assisted by other ministers of the gospe. Internment will follow in the Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.
Left to cherish her memories are her loving husband: Marcus Hanna; daughters: Shandella Stuart and Andrea Adderley (step daughter); grandchildren: Felicia Jackson, Ajero Jackson, Darvinique Forbes and Shanwar Stuart; sisters: Ernestine Stuart, Selina Stuart, Marilyn Stuart and Rochelle (Alphonso) Yarborough of Aberdeen, Maryland; brothers: Venison (Sheila) Stuart, Dennis Stuart, Brent Stuart and Lynden (Leandra) Stuart; other-in-law: Clayton W. Hanna (father-in-law), Ruthlyn Timothy, Mertlyn Armbrister, Esthermae Larrimore, Barbara Hanna, and Ethlyn Wong (sistersin-law); nieces: Monique Stuart, Katicia Strachan, Marnique Stuart and Lynae Stuart; nephews: Stefano Wright, Jerome Swann, Enoch Adderley, Ernest Strachan, Maxwell Adderley, Lynden Stuart Jr., Telvin Stuart of Carolina and Matthew Stuart of Baltimore; grand nieces & nephews: Ja’Naiya Holland of Aberdeen, Maryland, Akecia Strachan, Robernique Kemp, Kataeo Kemp, Jermain Curtis, Cameron Stuart of North Carolina, Zakai Stuart of Baltimore; aunts: Lozier Roker, Martha (Victor) Hanson of Miami, Florida, Vernincha Nesbitt; grand aunt: Luceen Sears; cousins: Edwin (Tommy) Bastian, Elder Kaynell Gould, Albert Nesbit, Anne Nesbit, Cecile Ferguson of Atlanta, George Hanson of Orlando, Florida, Georgia Hanson of Atlanta, Valencia Roker, Macushala Thompson and Kenton Roker, Janet Pratt, Marilyn Pratt, Cresh Thompson, Jennamae Stuart, Fabian Stuart, Lorene Smith, Joylene Rolle, Pamela Adderley, Greg Thompson, Donna Smith, and Merthlyn Gilcud and family; other relatives and friends including: Taneko Bastian, Bianca Bastian, Edwin Bastian Jr. Jeriel Gould, Keturah Adderley, Jhanae Winter, Mark and Marisha Thompson, Marie Deveaux & family, Inez Evans & family, Adline Burrows & family, Doreen Brown & family, the Higgs family, Pearline Johnson & family, the Archer family, Vernincha Simmons & family, Marilyn Johnson & family, John Alexandria, Darrius Johnson, Robert and Wanda Kemp & family, Leslie Smith, Robert Kemp Jr.,Shanequa Sala Perez and family, Nicholas Brooks, The Bozine Town Community, Pastor Diana Francis and the First Baptist Church family, Pastor Harvey & Leila Cash & Lakeview Church of God family, Signs and Wonders Global Prophetic
Ministries, Apostle Dr. Shawn Taylor, Minister Tameka Johnson, Vanria Richards, Van Johnson, Keniesha Rashad, Kendra Timothy, Dalinca and Petra Armbrister, Sherwonda Hanna, Lakersha, Latonya, Shercka, Larrimore, Clintinique Johnson, Emerson, Ryan, Ramon Williams Wong, Dandra Hanna, Tevin Woodside, Valencia Moncur, Omar, Tenell, Royal Hanna, Shakina Adderley, Inspector Anthony Capron & family, Yellow Elder Primary School family including the Principal (Ms. Adderle), Curlene McQueen and Elva Pinder, Kayla Ingraham & family, Kim Butterfeld & family, staff of Divine Cafe, Dr. Nottage, Female Medical 1 & 11, Accident & Emergency of PMH and staff of Oncology and a host of other relatives and friends.
May her soul rest in peace
Friends and family can pay their last respects at St. Ambrose Funeral Home on Friday, 5th September, 2025 from 11:00am - 4:00pm.
Joseph Vilburn Desrosiers, 86
a resident of West Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Evangelical Baptist Church, Tinshop Corner off Balliou Hill Road, New Providence on Saturday, 6th September, 2025 at 11:00am. Offciating will bePastor Maleus Philippe assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Internment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spiknard Roads.
Left to cherish his precious memories are his wife: Marie Margarette MarcellusDesrossiers; 5 sons: Guillaume, Gary, Richard, Robenson and Olando Desrosiers; 5 daughters: Marie-Mytho, Marie-Flora, Natasha,Rose-Andre and Maradona Desrosiers; 3 brothers: André, Robert and Diesel Desrosiers; relatives and friends: Biss-Reth Chrismond, Benoit Georges, Zelius Archild, Annette Pierre, Mompleus Teves, Steve Ambelly Rolle, Johnson, Roseline Juste and Johnson Junior Juste, Mackendy and Malaika Marcellus, Tyler Desroriers and Vanessa Julmis; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Friends and family can pay their last respects at St. Ambrose Funeral Home on Friday, 5th September, 2025 from 11:00am - 4:00pm.
Funeral Service for
Deacon Herman McClain Sr., 88
of St. Vincent Road, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025. Service will be held at The Church of God of Prophecy East Street Tabernacle on Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Branson Gibson assisted by Bishop Kendal Simmons and Pastor Antonio Hanna. Interment will follow Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road.
He is survived by his Wife of 66 years: Sister Nora L. Ferguson-McClain; Sons: Samuel (Clavia), Deacon Osbourne (Donna), Herman McClain Jr., Andrew Butler; Adopted sons: Deacons Kirkwood Simmons and Michael Turner, Minister Ezra Pratt and Deacon Oral Ambrose; Daughters: Minister Sangena and Lay Minister Bernice McClain, Patrice Cartwright; Adopted daughters: Ddyanna and Dashayla Brown; Granddaughters: Jené Curry, Janicka (Drew) Seymour, Alexandria, Ashley, Samia, Clavia; Grandsons: Theo (Anna) and Alexander McClain, Aaron, Avery and Amos Gibson, Herman III, Johnathan McClain, Shaquille Butler; Great grandsons: Nathan, Aaron, Ethan, Leon McClain, Kalil, Kaleb and Kani Seymour; Great granddaughters: Ameyiah McClain, Shanay Butler; Sisters-in-law: Doreen Campbell and Virginia Ferguson; Brother-in-law: Henry Ferguson; Nieces: Mavis and Christine Campbell, Lynn Ferguson, Janice Munnings, Sandy Johnson; Nephews: Dr Winston (Barbra) Campbell, Attorney Samuel (Thalia) Campbell, Christopher (Helen) Campbell, James (Paige) Campbell, Albert Campbell, Arthur (Esther) Campbell, Scott Ferguson; God-children: Paulette Beneby, Everette Rolle, Scott Ferguson, Judy Clarke, Bridgette Stuart; Other relatives and friends: Bishop Brice H. Thompson and family, Bishop Elgarnet Rahming and family, Bishop Franklyn and Dr. Rowena Ferguson and family, Bishop Dr. Woodley
and Sis. Vernique Thompson and family, Bishop Hulan and Sis Valarie Hanna and family, Bishop Branson and Sis Ashanta Gibson and family, Bishop Maurice and Minister Annavee Simms, Family of the late Bishop Romeo and Minister Beatrice Ferguson, family of the late Vanderson and Ethlyn Ferguson, the late Bishop Phalmon and Minister Marilyn Collie, Bro. Alworth and Rose Rahming, family of the late Errol J. and Eunice Simmons and family, Beulah Arthur and family, Family of Clayton and the late Delores Moss, family of the late Bishop Nathaniel and Victoria Beneby, family of the late Stanley and Dorinda Beneby, family of the late Bishop Stanley and Clothilda Ferguson, the late Gilbert and Cecelia Farquaharson, family of the late Joanna Miller and Era McFall, family of the late George and Agnes Ferguson, C.O.G.O.P. East Street family, Pastor Pedro and Patrice Cartwright and family of The Glory Tabernacle family, Shaquille and Shanay Butler, Bro. Ralph and Sister Kathrina Munroe, E’vade Bascome and family, Cousin L0rraine Davis and Family, Karyn Barry and family, Beulah Arthur and family, family of the Late Bishop Joseph and Estelle Zonicle, Alkin and Donna Delancey, Family of Evangelist Herbert (deceased) and Minister Patricia Forbes, Minister Annamae Ferguson and family, Bishop Maurice and Minister Annavee Simms, family of the Late Bishop Alvin and Ella Moss, Family of Bishop Dwight and Sis. Pamela Ferguson, Albert (deceased) and Maudline Forbes and family, family of the Late Gladys Pratt, family of the Late Neville and Henrietta Hart, family of the Late Charles and Anna McFall, family of the late Wilbert and Christina Moss, family of the Late Roslyn Swann, family of the Late Brenville and Barbara Ferguson, Family of the Late Bishop Arthur and Ivamae Ferguson, Family of the Late Robert and Hattie Johnson, Bishop Rudolph and Vernie Bowe and family, Fritz (deceased) and Sis. Sheila Grant and family, Family of the Late Leon and Emily Reckley, Sean Gibson and family, family of the Late Bertram and Marie Ferguson, family of the late Lawson and Winifred Ferguson, Bishop Roker and Family, Deloris Rolle and family, family of the Late Sabbie Horton, Steve McKinney (Hard Copy) PEACE 107.5, Ancient Bush Business customers, Maxine Moss-Pratt and family, family of the late Bishop Cephas and Clothilda Ferguson, family of the late Bishop Henry and Annie Butler, Family of the Late Deacon Whittington and Eliza Deleveaux, family of the Late Evangelist Arnold and Emerald Hanna and a host of other family and friends. If your name was inadvertently left out, please forgive us, it was not intentional.
Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary #183 Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and again at the church from 8:30 a.m. to service time on Saturday.
Funeral Service for
Selwyn McKenzie, 65
of #34 Second Street, Coconut Grove died at His residence on Thursday, August 14th, 2025. Service will be held at Holy Cross Anglican Church on Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be The Rt. Rev’d and Rt. Hon. Laish Z. Boyd Bishop of the Diocese of the Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands assisted by The Rev’d Dr. Ethan P. J. Ferguson, The Rev’d Fr. Berkley J. Smith, The Rev’d Canon Norman D. Lightbourne and The Rev’d Canon Peter A. G. Scott. Cremation will follow.
He is survived by his Wife: Rosalie McKenzie; Children: Clarence CJ, McKenzie, Selwyn McKenzie Jr., Sedale McKenzie, Serissa Ewards, SelTina, McKenzie, Stefanel Walters, J’Nay Ferguson, and Rashard Ritchie; Grandchildren: Madison Taylor, Gianni and Eri-Amelia Bodie, Zion Ferguson; Brothers: Peter and Kevin McKenzie, and Anthony Culmer; Sisters: Esther Culmer, Gail Curling, and Donell Forbes; Aunts: Doris McKenzie, Dame Margaret Pindling, Priscilla Williams, Mayfield, and Dawn Young; Uncles: Sidney McKenzie, Terell Young, and Leonard ‘Cessie’ Young of Tampa, Florida; Son-in-law: Georgino Bodie, Travis Ferguson, Travis Walters; Daughter-in-law: Myra McKenzie; Sister-inlaw: Delarece Edgecombe, Marilyn McKenzie; Brother-in-law: Nigel Edgecombe, Dwayne Hall, and Elvin Forbes Nephews: Travis and Andre McKenzie, Tre, Adelbert and Charles Curling, Anthony Culmer Jr., Devano and Derek McKenzie Sr, Elvin Forbes, Devano and Derek McKenzie Jr., Jeremy Darling, Seldon Edgecombe, Kevin Taylor, Denise Harrold, Jameko, Daylan Hall, Trevor McKenzie, Ferron Percentie, Jonathan and Nathan Munroe, Jaedon and Seldon Edgecombe Jr.; Nieces: Latarae, D’andrea, Alicia McKenzie, Danelle Forbes, Shaneka Williams, Vanessa Percentie, Felice Thompson J.P., Shantell Harrold, Shanell Jones, Wanisha Jones, Ambria Percentie, Jernyah Thompson, Tyiesha Sweeting, Santiara McKenzie, Natonia, Jamiyah, Jameah, and Jameliah McKenzie; Cousins: Obi and Dianne Pindling, Lesslie Pindling, Michelle and Robert Sandy Sands, Monique Pindling, Abdul Armbrister, Lyden and Demi Pindling, Kelly and Peter McKenzie, Prescott Lewis and Family, Pedro and Corey Young and Family, Shantina, Frenancha, Shanquna, Crisanda, and Tyrel Jr. Young, Orthnel McKenzie, Tariano, Chloe, Nurse Monique Greene and Family, Kayshela Rolle and Family, Clara, Antwanika Thompson and Family, Hillary Smith, Ivamae Simmons, Rose Miller, Janet Weech, Brenda McKenzie, Charlene McPhee, Ivadell, Juanita, Janet, Donna, Erette Jr.,
Deniqua Richards, Felicity Demeritte and Family, Rosemary, Reaona, Roselyn, and Leslie Duncumbe and Family, Duncombe Corpit Family, Mervin Wright, Sidney McKenzie-Stubbs, Dale and Eward Thompson, Andrew and Antonia Pindling, Lauren and Holly Sands, Danielle and Grace Johnson, Gloria and Livingstone Brown, Kihan Dorsette; God
father: Canon James Moultrie and Family God Children: Shamija Jackson, Carllette Rolle, Travis Bethel, and Trevisa Hepburn; Other Friends and Relatives including: Patrinella McKenzie, Hon Glenys Martin-Hanna, Senator The Honorable Michael Halkitis, Father Ethan and Anna Ferguson and Family, Bishop Laish and Joanne Boyd and Family, Canon Norman and Wendy Lightbourne and Family, Canon Peter Scott and Family, Rev. Betty Williams and Family, Henry and Charlotte Walters and Family, Andrea and Ida Ferguson and Family, Burtenae Dean and Family, Gregory and Elizabeth Burrows and Family, Fred ‘Papa” Smith and Family, Trevor Johnson (barber) and Family, Doris Cooper and Family, Michelle Thompson, Siobhan Dean, Perry Dean & Family, Michele Thompson and Family, Qubell Rolle and Family, Daisy Armbrister and Family, Rudolph “Cracker” Smith, Henry Dean and Family, Ephrain Jones and Family, Trevor Bethel, Carla and Andrew Jackson, Donnalee Moss and Family, Willlamae and Roberta Johnson, Cray Williams and Family, Dr. Marsha Bethel, Tanya and Ezra Pratt, Steven and Delarece Moncur and Family, Ace, Brad and Rochelle Smith, Nicole Pratt and Family, Betty Allen and Family, Barbara Newbold and Family, Carl and Yvonne Rolle and Family, Cubell and Betty Rolle & Family, Arnold Wilson Family, Michelle Thompson and Family, The Josey Family, Danny and Deborah Stubbs, Old Timer and Masters Softball Teams including Dozer Pros, Futuristic Bullets, One Family Junkanoo Group, The Ultimate Champion Sports Academy, Wemyss Bight Community, San Salvador Community, Holy Cross Usher Ministry, ACM Counsel, Holy Cross Church Family, Freedom Farm Family, Mike and Sharon Smith and Family, Albury and Bridget Sherman and Family, Assistant Commissioner of Police Roberto Goodman, The Seymour brothers, Regency Park Family, Ida Moxey, Marcus, Gary ‘Super’ Johnson, Mike Smith, Skater, Denise Colebroke Strachan and Family, Anthony and Shante Richardson, Gregory Smith, Gurth Knowles, Rudy Miller, Gully Willie, The Second Street Community, Dr. Adrian Sawyer and Team, Dr. Nixon and P.M.H Surgical Team, P.H.A Corporate Office, Department of Immigration, Ministry of Youth Sports and Culture, The Bahamas Baseball Association, The Bahamas Kidney Association, Long Bay Cay Community, Wemyss Bight Community and a host of other relatives and friends.
Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary #183 Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and again at the church from 10:00 a.m. to service time on Saturday.
Funeral Service for
Deaconess Adlaide Woodside, 85
of Mars Road #17 Golden Gates #1 and formerly of Devil’s Point, Cat Island, died at her residence on Tuesday, August 26th, 2025. Service will be held at Southland Global Cathedral on Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Apostle-Elect Devard Francis, Assisted by Bishop Sanford Rolle and Rev. Fr. Whitfield Hutcheson. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens J.F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone Road.
She is survived by her Children: Bernadette (Fr. Whitfield) Hutcheson, Darren, Larry Woodside, Ambrozene (Oneil) Poitier, Patrice (Chavan) Robinson, Valentino (Paula) Woodside and Krizia Woodside; Grandchildren: Taneil Poitier, Denzel Hutcheson, Destine Robinson, Dennard Hutcheson, Darren Woodside Jr., Deangello Woodside Sr., Abigail Woodside, Chavante Robinson, Darzia Adderley, Valtasia Woodside, Tino Woodside, Darrenique Woodside, Kawhi Poitier, Anfrenee Nordelus, Saccario Armbrister; Great Grandchildren: Deangello Woodside Jr., Daelyn Hutcheson, Deandre Woodside, Darren Woodside II, Demari Woodside; Sisters: Eleanor (Rudulph) Douglas, Erma Moncur, Eloise Storr, Sandra Rocker, and Syblean Jones Woodside (sister-in-law); Brother: Elkannah (Carol) Gilbert; Nieces: Keva Miller, Carolyn Evans, Antoinette (Kent) Deveaux, Nursing Officer Megan (Kendal) Smith, Gr1 Customs Revenue Officer Shenequa (Drameco) Glinton, Rowena Moncur, Yolanda (Livingston) Thompson, Demetria Storr, Shekeria Storr, Martina (Javan) Bostfield, Patrinka Charlton, Delcie Gilbert Judy Gilbert, Vernell Gilbert, Debbie Gilbert, Elvara Gilbert, Karnell Gilbert, Chewuakii Symonette, Lavern Rolle Saunders, Sherry Rolle, Elousie (John) McKenzie, Shanique Woodside; Nephews: Ricardo (Shanika) Douglas, Nathaniel Gilbert, Jerome Gilbert, Eddie Mortimer, Carson Storr, Petty Officer Artemus (Sherry) Gilbert, Randon (Dee) Gilbert, Kipkeno (Karnell) Gilbert, Anton Gilbert, Ural (Sheyanne) Pratt, Markintell (Jankah) Pratt, Delone Symonette, Kenrix (Allison) Symonette, Trevino (Samantha) Symonette, Deancy Woodside, Samuel Woodside Jr., Pedro Smith, Francis Smith, Mark (Shandy) Smith; Numerous Cousins Including The Gibson, The Major, The Dean and the Bain Families; Other Relatives and Friends: Denise Woodside, Altane JN Baptise, Rosy Souverain, Rose Levoicy, Marlene Mertil, Crystal Higgs, Hutcheson Family, Robinson Family, Flowers Family,
Paulette Poitier and family, Tara Stuart and family, Sharrie Robinson, Shonley Cartwright, Dellaresse Higgs and Family, Euthalee Miller and Family, Sherry Saunders family, Valkino Sears and Family, Coreen Rolle and Family, The Petty family, Livingston Brice and Family, Rocky Farms Family, Fedex Staff, Melany Delancy, Cocodrilo-Atlantis, Melvina Pratt, Key West Street Family, Rocky Farm Nursery, Bruce and Olive Pinder the entire community of Golden Gates #1, Dr. Trudy Holder and Clara Evans Family, Dr. Sanita Belgrave, Tyeisha Miller and Family, Apostle Elect Devard Francis, Bishop Sanford Rolle, Rev. Albertha Deveaux, Bishop Laish and Joanna Boyd , The entire St. Margaret’s Anglican Church Family Kemp Road, St. Margaret’s St., Mary’s Anglican Church North Andros and Bahamas Livery Drivers’ Union and Other family members too numerous to mention
Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary #183 Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and again at the church from 10:00 a.m. to service time on Saturday
Death Notice for
Nicole Johnson Adderley, 58
of #17 Pinewood Gardens, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, August 29th, 2025.
She is survived by her Husband: Troy Adderley; Children: Nico, Eleazor and Aliyeah Johnson; Sisters: Linda Johnson and Christine Russell; Brothers: Alex and Kimroy Ferguson; Aunts: Minerva Edwards, Lovetha Johnson, Lulamae Rolle, Hazel Leadon and Sarah Ferguson; Numerous Nieces and Nephews and a host of other relatives and friends including: Breneya, Brandon, Brent and William Murphy and Eleazor Johnson Sr.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service for Rosena Johnson, 98
of #6 Dale Court, South Beach, died at her residence on Friday, August 15th, 2025. Service will be held at Zion Baptist Church East and Shirley Street on Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor T.G. Morrison, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
She is survived by her Sister: Mrs. Vienna Nesbit; Children: Rufus C. Johnson Jr., Sharon Johnson, J. Patrice Cooper, Marva Williams, Stacy Mycklewhyte, and Karen Johnson; Daughter-in-law:Yvonne Johnson; Sons-in-law: Rev. Paxton Cooper, Gilbert Williams, Dionisio Mycklewhyte, and Al Johnson; Grandchildren: Steffan, Sean and Tonya Johnson, Michael Rochester, Apryl Pinder, Pharez, Patariq and Dr. Priya Cooper, Dikembe, Malik, Omri and Sarah Williams, Kiana and Kiajha Mycklewhyte, Rory Sherman; Great grandchildren: Justin, Liyah and Khaleel Tynes, Steffan, Seth and Aria Johnson, Kamari and Kamora Rolle, Destiny and Kiera Rochester, and Nava Williams; Nephews: Jeremiah, Eddie, Tyrone and Glenville Rolle, Fabian and Dwayne Stuart, Bradley, Marv, Derek and Jason Johnson; Nieces: Martha and Jana Rolle, Renee Jackson, Yvette Rolle, Lisa and Javanna Stuart, Laurette Jones, Joycelyn Butler, Vernita Russell; and Numerous other relatives and friends; Special thanks to: Dr. Crispin Gomez and Nurses Swaby, Miller, Dorsette and Forbes.
Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary #183 Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and again at the church from 9:00 a.m. to service time on Saturday.
Memorial Service for
Jude O’Brian Evans, 61
of Rock Sound, Eleuthera, will be held on Saturday, September 06, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at Faith Tabernacle, Assemblies of God Rock Sound, Eleuthera. Officiating will be Pastor Tyrone L. Sands, J.P. General Presbyter Assemblies of God in The Bahamas Turks & Cacios & Senior Pastor, True Worshippers Assemblies of God, Nassau, Bahamas and Pastor Ellison Greenslade, Founder/Senior Pastor, Bible Truth Ministries, Nassau, Bahamas. Cremated remains will be interred at Yellow Ground Cemetery, Rock Sound, Eleuthera.
Jude was predeceased by, his father: Lloyd Oldan Evans (April 10, 2021) his mother Mizpah Antionette Evans (May 5, 2021). His beloved sister and oldest sibling – Claudia Delores Evans-Forbes (June 17, 1999) and his best friend Kevin Sands.
He is survived by his sisters, Donna & Zelda Evans & Edith (Jeffrey) Pinder; Brothers: Douglas (Frankie), and Jonathan (Phyllis Newbold) Evans. Adopted brother: Elliston Greenslade. Nieces & Nephews: Gentell & Talmage Forbes, Tansey (Joanel) Louis, Dominica (Demetrius) Edgecombe, Shirrel (PC 4267 Elvaughn) Saunders, Sheryl (Darien) Duncombe, Jordyn & Ethan Pinder, Douglas Jr., Dominique, Cameron, Sherone & Zachary Evans. Grand nieces & nephews: Christian, Annabella, Joshua & Elijah Louis, Demetria, Demetrius, Damiah & Damari Edgecombe, Damarion & Daisy Evans, Edyn Saunders & Isaac Duncombe. Aunts: Zelma Nottage (Nassau), Olga Porter (New York) & Geneive Bethel (Eleuthera). Four Godchildren: Kevin Sands Santiago, Kevana (Sands) Rolle, Jamiyah & Janay Hall. Cousins and their respective families: Clifford (Sonia) Sands, Maryann Culmer, Cheryl Martin, Philip (Samantha) Bowe, Earle (Stephanie) Bowe, Marilyn Ramos, Lorraine Rolle, Carolyn (Ercell) Dorsett, Olga (Ranfuly) Brown, Clyde (Ann) Bethel, Melanie (Robert) Taylor, Jacqueline Bethel, Catherine (John) Hepburn, Shedell (Shawn) Smith, Wayde (Racquel) Nigel, Bryan Sr. (Zelva), Romell (Glenda), Dwayne (Erica) Sands, Christina, Linda, Dornell, Patrick, Ben, Frederick, Margaret & Cleopatra Albury, Christine Albury-Munnings, Gladstone, Greg, Henry, Melvin, Richard ‘Sammy’ Sands, Judy Pyfrom, Avis Pyfrom, Dorothy Thompson, Keith, Daniel Jr., Beth & Andrew Evans, David, Steve, Garth & Judy Sands, Ethel Knowles, Darlene (Cleve) Saunders, Christoper (Ursula) Evans, Maria Gonzalez, Dr. David (Jane) Sands, Kendal (Judith) Sands, Stephen (Bridgette) Sands, Garth, Clive & Philip Sands, Ethel Knowles, Julie Edwards, Donna Williams, Millie (Andrew) Wong, Roger Nottage & William Steniel. Numerous Relatives and Friends: Jackie Symonette & family, Kermit & Teddy Cates and family, Deaniqua Sands, Bari Ward, Janet, Moya Strachan & family, Pastor Tyrone & Vernetta Sands , Bishop Bradley & Kayla Ferguson & family, Hadassah Knowles & family, Claudia Sands & family, Walton Cooper & family, Junior Cooper & family, Robert ‘Bobby’ Sands & Family, Sybiline Taylor & family, Jim & Vanessa Hall & family, Barry & Margaret Ward, Everette & Eleanor Bootle & family, Kathleen Culmer & family, Winifred Hall & family, Wayne Ingraham & family, Management & Staff Odyssey Aviation, Johnny Emil, The Windermere graduating class of 1981 and all of his fishing and softball buddies over the years throughout the Length and Breadth of the Bahamas. The Assemblies of God family Bahamas District, the descendants of the Evans, Mingo, Carey, Sands & Pyfrom families in Rock Sound, Tarpum Bay and Palmetto Point and the entire Rock Sound & Eleuthera communities. Special thanks to: The Rock Sound Police, Dr. Bethel & Rock Sound Clinic team, Mr. Quinton Carey, Joey & Shorlette Cartwright, Christopher Cates, W. Renae McKay, Janice Young, Robert ‘Bobby’ Sands, Johnny Dumessi & Luke Dessie. Our sincere apologies if we missed anyone
Ironica Patricia Kemp, 82
Funeral Services for William
a resident of #6 Armeryllis Ave. Garden Hills, will be held at St. Cecilia’s Church, 3rd & 4th Streets, Coconut Grove on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Fr. Simeon Roberts. Cremation follows.
Left to cherished her memories are her, Children: Mayfield Kemp Holbert (Harcourt Jr.), Cheryl Ann Kemp, Mark (Monica) Kemp, Dr. Karen KempProsterman, Trevor and Billie Joe Kemp. Grandchildren: Ryan and Hallysha Holbert, Harcourt Holbert III, Kendrell Kemp, Mark Jr., Cameron and Reginald Kemp and Nicholas Prosterman. Great grandchild: J’iTen Arthur Holbert. Sisters-in-Law: Brenda Stevenson, Sheral Kemp, Linda Devoux, Melvina Delores Kemp and Yvonne Rigby. Brothers-in-Law: Anthony Farrington and Absolom Roach. Nieces and Nephews: Dr. Valencia (Ambassador Forrester II) Carroll, Euriette Wight, Kevin (Mary) Wright, Brooks (Bernadette) Wright, Rose Wright, Ivalee Pratt, Renee Smith- Bodie (Mark), Raynor Smith, Rena (Randy) Smith, Revon (Fr. Colin) Saunders, Ricardo Smith, Richmond (Sonya) Smith, Otis Rigby, Ricardo (Lezreen) Rigby, Methice Rigby-Uptagrafft (Gregory), Deborne Rigby, Bertha Rigby, Vernera Rigby, Jake Rigby, Juvette Rigby, Josephine (Prescott) McCoy, Renee Roy, Ricardo Roy, Denise, Sean and Jason Farrington, Ronnie and Sherry Stevenson, Carol Rodgers, Robert Stevenson, Yvette Charlton, Patricia Clarke, Cherese and Samuel Brown, Michael and Jermaine Clarke, Christine and Broun Charlton, Ashton Road, Keva Martin, Lakeisha Albury, Valentine and Jasmine Adderley, McKiver and Anishka Kemp, Maria Devoux, Lori Joseph, Kwane and Naseef, Terrance Ricards, Antonio & Stephen Eyma, Monique Belony-Bain, Alexandrea Taylor, DeAndrea Treco and Ambrosine Holmes. Numerous Grand-Nieces and Grand Nephews. Other relatives: Terrance, Tremain and Toure Arnett, J’Jitana Ingraham-Holbert, Stephen LaRoda, Permel (Albert W) Schrimpf.
Please accept our apologies if your name is missing. It was not intentional
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & on Friday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Albert Kelly, 83 affectionately called “Taps”
a resident of South Beach Estates, will be held at Angelic Baptist Church, Joe Farrington Road, on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. Officiating will be Rev. Rolston Smith, assisted by Rev. Kingsley Pinder. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
William was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Sands Kelly.
William’s memories will forever be cherished in the hearts of his, Daughters: Sherry (Pedro) Lynes and Carol (Ryan) Wells. Adopted daughter: Sherie Lockhart. Son: Jason (Angel) Kelly. Sisters: Annette Kelly Woods, Jennie (Barrette) McDonald. Brother: Beauregard (Sandra) Kelly. Grandchildren: Tasia (Daniel) Domin, Chandria Johnson, Janique and Jayden Kelly, Giovante Wells, Javon Kelly & Samiah Rutherford. Great Grandchildren: Ra’myah Gibson, Daniel, Alexander and Athena Domin. Numerous nephews & nieces: Ronald (Lina) Kelly, Raymond and Mono Kelly, Adebo (Alison) Woods, Shona (Trevor) Styles, Rishad (Hallnika) Bain, Rion Bain, Jennille, Jannique McDonald, Jonathan Kelly and Sherene (Michael) Woodstock. Numerous Cousins including: Denise Bowe, Roderick Bain, Oswald Bain, Gordon (Florence) Bain, Cyril (Eugenia) Lowe, Portia Robinson, Stephanie Saunders, Denise (Gline) Newbold, Fabian (Agatha) Hepburn, Police Constable 85 Dumaurier, Sandra Kemp-Davis, Carolyn (Earl) Seymour, Cora Duncombe Culmer, Arthur Duncombe, Cheryl Bartlett, Sonia Williams, Melissa (Brent) Lynes, Yvonne Nesbitt and Debra Dixon. Numerous grand nephews and nieces including: Nichelle Woods, Bria Woods, Alecia Woods, Khari Woods, Roshan Kelly, Adebo Woods Jr., Halle Styles, Achad, Ashon and Ashannon Kelly, Shakara Thompson. Many other loving family and friends including: Mizpah Armbrister & family, Jackson Pierre & family, friends in Eleuthera, Freeport and United States, The Angelic Baptist Church family especially the Men Fellowship, Denise McKenzie, Nurse Sabrina Laing, Porters Cay Crew, Leslie and Ruth Cornish and family, the Lewis Street family & a host of others too numerous to mention.
May his soul rest in peace.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 12-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 11:00 a.m. until service time
Funeral Services for
Loranna “Judy” Roberts née Bonaby, 82
a resident of #23 Millennium Gardens & formerly of Maize Road, Yellow Elder, who died Tuesday August 12, 2025 at home, will be held at Bethel Baptist Church, Meeting Street on Saturday, 6 September, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Minister Ishmael Lightbourne, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.
Left to cherish her memories and continue her legacy of love & service are her 3 Daughters: Therez Roberts, Unlisa Brice (Woodbridge, Virginia) and Kayla (Kenneth) Ingraham; Grand children: Gareth Evans, Michaela and Mekera Wallace, Tamara Smith, Mckyle and Mirissa Wallace, Job and Omega Ferguson, Kendia and Kendesha Ingraham; Great grandchildren: Angelo Tucker, Loranna Wallace, Kenricka Rolle, Lashawn Roberts, Trevornique Armbrister, Somaya Sweeting, Laron Roberts., Exodus Ferguson, Mckail Morley and Zhuri Miller; Paternal Brothers & Sisters: Charles (Venus), Carol Jr. (Ruthmae), Lionel (Jennifer), David Bonimy, Joan Christie, Dr. Madlyn Bonimy (Dr. Anthere) Nzabatsinda and Angela (Louis) Butler; Nephews: Andrew Johnson and Avery (Yakeia) Johnson. Grand Niece: Kiavea Johnson; Grand Nephew: Avery Johnson. Jr.; Aunt: Alberta Turnquest-Johnson of (Miami, Florida); Adopted children: Carmen Moss, Erolee Conliffe, Lisa Adderley, and Kevin Hinsey; Godchildren: Karen Clarke, Darren Simmons, Melissa Woodside, Dr. Shekell Pearce, Jerome Smith, Paige Morley, Tyler Colbey. Cousins: Percy (Paulina) Pople, Elsie Pilgrim, Shirley (Roland) Clarke, Marina Trotman, Adline Higgs (Miami, Florida), George Rahming, John (Laverne Pople), Karen (James) Clarke, Timothy (Deborah) Turnquest, R. Jacqueline (Rev. Stephen) Duncombe, Orville (Yasuko) Turnquest, Randy Turnquest, Alfred Johnson, Gary Turnquest, Bertram (Dr. Michelle) Pople, David Pople, Princess, Sheldon and Tanya Turnquest. Special Friends: Maud (George) Sturrup, Eloise Cooper, Deborah (Dr. Nelson) Clarke, Hedda Armbrister, Yvonne Mckenzie, Sharon Stewart & Family, Francis Richards, Susan Russell, Flacco Ruby (Miami, Florida), Dorothy Barr-Butler, Joan Gordon, Carilee Rolle. Other Relatives and Friends: Susan Murray, Rosalind and Cedric Mackey, Sandramae Rolle, Alfreda, Patsy, Marina, Perry and Peter Johnson, Deacon Terrell (Shanessa) Dauphin, Sidney Mackey, Antionette Flowers, Laura Williams, Family of the late Wilfred Rahming, Donna Smith & family, Family of the late Elder Alice Knowles, The Ingraham family, Kenwin (Tanisha) Ingraham & family, Family of the late Sylvia
Poitier of Deerfield Beach Florida, Freida Johnson & The Bahamas Mother’s Club, Judy Hinsey & family, Chavette & Gillian Rolle & family, Pandora Pearce, & family, Sonia Pinder & family, Lisa Thompson & family, Carmen Smith & family, Anniemae Forbes & family, Catherine Davis & family, Natasha Seymour & family, Lakeisha Bastian & family, Miriam (Pierre) Charlow & family, Monique (Charles) Duncan & family, Ettamae (D-Von) Rolle, Agana Brown & family, Eddie Thompson & Family, John Wlliams & family, Family of the late Delores Knowles, Family of the late Carolie Wilson & family, Ida Bain & The Grant’s Town Salvation Army, Shirley Darville & family, Kim Cambridge & family, Family of the late Carmen Jones, Mr. & Mrs. Harris Smith & family, Kevin Sweeting & family, Christen Miller & family, Dr. Gertrude Holder & family, Rose Panza & family, Nurse Michelle Mortimore & family, Family of the late Marcia Weir, Salina Stuart & family, Quincy Cargill & family, Constance Major & family, Daphne Evans and Family, Family of the late Laurel Lewis, Sir Franklyn (Lady Sharon) Wilson & family, Family of Late Grace Bullard, Family of Late Kathleen Scriven, Spacie Pinder & family, Lachelle Armbrister & family, Carol Rahming & Family, Queenie Butler & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Edward Humes & family, Edward Farquharson & family, Mr. & Mrs. Harris-Smith & family, Isadell Howells & family, Carmetta Rahming & family, Ruby Neely & family, Donna Roberts & family, Family of the late John and Christina Roberts, Fresh Creek Andros, Family of the late Shirley & Sonny Martin Fresh Creek, Andros, King Roberts & family, Bridgette Roberts (Nicholl’s Town, Andros) & family, Family of the late Joyce Saunders, Leslie Albury & family, Potier and Stubbs family, Laurie Treco & family Nicholl’s Town, Andros, Loretta Knowles & family, Mae Evans & family Nicholl’s Town, Andros, Sheila Marshall & family, Beatrice Poitier & family, Drucella Bastian & family, Roseanne Adderley & family, Lolita Penn & family, Micheal Wallace & family, Michelle Barnette & family, Kenica Wood & family, Jerome Moss & family, Violet Rubins, Nayeli Hernandez & the staff of Walgreens: Mount Vernon Ave Alexandria, Adassa Adderley & family, Bernadette Rolle & family, Daniel Robinson, Sandra Miller & family, M.O.T family, Mins. Ishmael (Charlene) Lightbourne & Bethel Baptist Church Family, Transfiguration Baptist Church Family, The Staff of Buttonwood Preschool, The Ministry of Education, Administration, Support persons & patients of St. Matthew’s Day Care Centre, Communities of Bain Town & Grants Town (Lewis St./Hay St./Wilson St./Vesey St.), Yellow Elder Garden #3 & Millennium Gardens & a Host of other Relatives & Friends.
We apologize for any oversight if your name was missed…we’re forever grateful.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 12-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time
Funeral Services for
Carmetta Whymns Bain, 68
a resident of Samuel Addition, Farrington Road, will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Boyd Road, on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Monsignor Alfred Culmer, assisted by Deacon Peter Jones. Interment follows in Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road.
She is predeceased by, Mother: Martha Higgs; Father: Stafford Whymns; Brothers: Rupert and Norvil Whymns, Rudolph Nesbitt & Cheryl Dean.
She is survived by, Children: Keveena Whymns and Denise (Chief Superintendent Dwight) Smith and Kevin (Destiny) Hart; Grand children: Kemuel Hart, Ke’iajah Whymns, Jonbenet McKenzie, Carmelo Strachan and Dwinisya Smith; Adopted daughters: Tiffany Dean, Sherrika Roberts and Ammie Ferguson; Sisters: Olivia, Lorraine & Sharon Whymns, Teresita Smith, Kathleen Minnis, Charlene Hepburn, Emily Curtis, Cherry Missick, Christine Smith and Lavern Gardiner; Brother: Steven Whymns; Brothers-in-law: Errol Prince Hepburn & Vernal Smith; Sister-in-law: Francis Dean; Uncles: Simon Bridgewater, of Hampton, Georgia, Elvin Bridgewater of Miami, Florida; Aunt: Gertrude Bridgewater; Nieces: La’Toya Lewis, Harrietta, Nyoka, Katina & Samantha Hart, Akila Colebrook, Angelica and Valencia Whymns, Cindy (Cezzario) Bannister, Rudina (Moses) Pinder, Alexandria Taylor-Whymns, Tiffany Moss, Kendra, Kishnell and Kendria Curtis, Natasha Whymns, Valane Mackey and Jackie Stubbs; Nephews: Marvin, Rashad Wellington and Whymns, Valantino, Carol & Valceron (Rynell) Smith, Kenron Hart, Ricardo Bethel, Kendrick Colebrook, Kevaughn Bullard; Grandnieces: Mervanique Hart, Maranique Newbold, Samiya McEwan, Kaelyn Maynard, Tatianna Knowles, Kentrell, Kevanique, Felicia and Rihanna Hart, Elysse & Cierra Knowles, Kyla McDonald, Danyqua Rolle, Trishell Nesbitt, Monae Pinder, Vernique, Colombiana, Valnella, Valeceraina, Senciea & Naija Smith, Taneisha Dean, Arthurnique Curtis, Nashay Martin, Alexis Bethel, Destiny, Dominique & Demetria, Shonique, Aaliyah; Grandnephews: De’Angelo (Ashley) Dames, Kemari Jones, Nyquille & Theo Hart, Edron Knowles Jr., Tristan Nesbitt, Rannaldo Pinder, Charles,Vernal I, Valantino & Valceron Smith Jr., Nashon Martin, Ricardo Bethel Jr., Bryson and Marvin Whymns Jr. Kendrick Oliver and Jermaine Knowles Jr.; Great-grandnephews: Amir Lewis, Dashean Dames, Ma’Har Newbold, Trevor Woodside Jr., & Nathan Martin; Great-grandniece: Ka’Jahla McKinney; God children: Eddison, Giovanna, Den’qua, Terran, Trumaine, Jefferson, Stevanna, Stephano, Uray, Rahieem and Jahiem; Cousins: Ann, Unice, John, Lester and
Calvin Wallace, Jennifer Moss, Sandra, Janet, Norma, Henry & Henry, Margaret, Angie, Velice, Patsy, Teddy, Simon Jr., Sandra, Vernia, Elvin Jr. and Dr. Richard Bridgewater, Renae, Greta, Helen, Judy, Andrew and Julian Bridgewater, Dinah Simmons, Lillian McPhee, Charisse Washington, Ominique Bethel. A Host of Other Relatives & Friends, including: Wendell Seymour, Mikeva Lightbourn, Dennis Bain, Margo Ramsey, Damarius Thompson, Ethel Babbs, Burtan Brennen, Toney Carey, Sherman Rolle, The Jones Family, Emily Mitchell, Shanny Outten, The Rupert Dean Lane Community, Hart Family, Lamm Family, Dawkins Family, Rose Sears, The Bain Family, Dion Lewis, The Carey Family, The Smith Family.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Edward “Edward”, “Earlier” Davis, 66
a resident of Excellence Estates, will be held at Shaw Temple A.M.E. Zion Church, Peter Street & Baillou Hill Roads, on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Kendal Mackey, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads.
He leaves to cherish his precious memories are his sons: Edward Davis Jr., Edward Davis Jr. III & Paul Davis; 1 daughter: Edith Davis; grandchildren: Karlica, Destiny, Sarai, Zola-sky, Reelaigh, Ramelo, Khrann, Duran and Andrelle; brothers: Anthony, Rodger and John; sisters: Carmen Davis and Angela Davis Rolle; sisters-in-law: Judy Davis, Rosemary Davis and Susan Davis; nieces: Deborah Bain, Sha-ann, Monique, Iesha, Shaniqua, Lorain, Enid, Renota, Tamara, Latanya, Toya, Linda and Leecha; nephews: Pedro, Fronz, Kevin, Jermaine, Ryan Davis, Vincenzo, Bradley, Shawn, Rashad, Rashad Stevenson, Vernon, Ryan and Raymond; numerous grand nieces & nephews, great grand nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends too numerous to mention.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 12-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time
Funeral Services for
Stephen Andrew Nairn, 37
a resident of Martin Street, will be held at Transfiguration Baptist Church, Market & Vesey Streets, on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Stephen E. Thompson, assisted by Rev. Sherma Bowe. Interment follows in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads.
His cherished survivors: Stephen Andrew Nairn was married to Sheba Birthright. He was an affectionate father to his two adorable sons: Daneko Nairn and Nathan Seymour and one daughter: Alyssa Nairn. His treasured memories will live on through his brothers: Dominique Lockhart and Franklyn Francis and his one sister: Lisa Nairn. His aunty Monique Nairn and grand-aunt Althea Rolle; adopted aunt: Naomi Smith. His Uncle: Stanley Musgrove and grand-uncle: Vinson Rolle, Uncle-in-law: Sheffield Wilson. Two Nieces: Histori Lockhart and Tyreicka Williamson, One Nephew Jaydon Lockhart. First cousins: Dericka Williams, Laquell Scott-Mclennon and Likisha Scott, Francisco and Earnest Pinder, Kino, Quetel and Keyanna Musgrove. Second cousins: Trevonne, and Kaidance Edgecombe, Shaki and Zamar Pinder, Sadie Mclennon and Makayla Scott. In-laws: Christopher Mclennon and Joette Pinder. Special Friends: Dakoda Gibson, Shantonya Seymour, Alexis Adderley, The Vesey Street, Martin Street, King Street and Chippenham Community, The BASH community, the Family of Transfiguration Baptist Church, Quetelle Fowler, Alcott Forbes, Junior Demeritte, Peter Cox, Ashton Brennen, Romaine Paul, Jacques Joseph, Gregory Adderley, Rochelle Thompson and a host of other relatives and friends
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Christine Doris Major, 60
a resident of Bellot Road, will be held at Double Expandable Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Edmond Street, on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Brother Marvin Arthur. Cremation follows
Left to cherish her memory are, Mother: Lillian Major; Siblings: Roger Major, Sherry Nairn, Deborah Rollins, the Hon. Mr. Justice Darron Ellis, Rochelle Williams, Shane and Dwayne Williams; Brother-in-law: Arthur Rollins; Nieces and Nephews: Kristie Major, Roger Major Jr., Cierra Major, Shearica & Kegal Rodney, Able Woman Marine Raquel Miller, Lorenzo Rollins, Trainee Correctional Officer Lorvargo Rollins, Ravell & Vashti Rollins, Shaquiella Neely, and Brielle Ellis. Aunt: Blanch Watson Cousins: Virginia Major, Lionel & Linda Smith, Alfred & Lonette Smith, Berly & Leslie Hanna, Charles Smith, Jessie Taylor, Merthlyn Cunningham, Micheal & Karis Major, Debbie Pantry, Anthony Major, Sheila Major and Juanshell Major; Grandnieces and nephews: Demeatre Rollins, Eva & Ethan Rodney, Kayleah Rollins and Lianna Braynen; A host of other family and friends too numerous to mention but including: Malika & Kevin Sands, Cotteka Mattingly, Jennifer Thompson, Lolita Colebrooke, Debbie Scott-Dale, Victoria, Kingdom Hall Jehovah Witness Family, Suntee Embroidery, Female Medical #2, Demeritte’s Funeral Home.
To all others whom Christine loved and cared for, and who loved and cared for her, if your name has been inadvertently omitted, please know that you are warmly remembered and deeply appreciated.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
Funeral Service for
Jerome Jano “Romy” Sands, 53
a resident of Millennium Gardens, will be held at Centreville Seventh-day Adventist Church, 5th Terrace Centreville, on Sunday, September 7, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Dr. Michael Toote. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
Left to cherish his memories are his, Sons: Jerome Jr., Janario Jaylan Sands. Daughter: Ajanique Sands-Davis. Son-in-law: Peter Davis. Grandchildren: J’dea Sands, Janario Sands-Russell, Peylon and Ajai Davis, Janiah and Kamari Sands. Sisters: Betty Major Tinker, Bernice Lewis Hepburn, Renea Dervilus, Monica Arthur Pople, Marie Roach, Christine and Juliet Lewis, Virginia Gilbert, Judith Taylor, Elizabeth Williams and Sharrtell Florival. Brothers: Christopher and Jonathan Lewis. Brothers-in-law: Marcus Taylor, Eddie Florival and Jeffery Williams. Sisters-in-law: Lavern and Sandra Lewis. Aunts: Frances Ledee and Dorothy Sands. Nephews: Adrian Kelly, Shane and Shavon McPhee, Shanaldo and Shaquilla Munroe, Craig Laing, Demetrius Major, Dominic and LeTaj Tinker, Vincent, Alvin and Mavis Rahming, Raymond Newry, Vincent and Lavardo Sands, Johnatan Sands, Asher Scavella, Craig Clear Jr., Carlito Edmond, Christian Arthur, Lesley and Willy Dervilus, Jamile, Alphonso, Nelson Ferguson, Steven Whyms Jr., Howard Lewis, Santino, Travis, Nicarrio, Marcus, Julian, Pharon and Prashawn Taylor, Devon, Javaughn and Jayan Williams. Nieces: Insp. 4088 Nickera Robinson, Raquel Lewis, Lydean Gordon, Sherell, Sherie Lockhart, Clarinda, Delicia, Vinessa, Camille, Indera, Lashae, Karilsa Davis, Shakara, Phillshia, Doresha and Daneka Lewis and Leanna. Cousins: Richard and Caley Newbold, Pauline Love, Rita Bell, Dave and Shirley Moss, Lorna Hunt, Annabelle Gibson, Rev. Sherma Bowe, Carol Wilson, Theresa Mortimer, Sabrina Brown, Rev. Cyril Sands, Richard, Stephen, Fredrick, Bradley Sands, Alvin, Rev. Anthony Sands, Harry, Derek, Tyrone, Ken, Marion and Michael Sands, Veronica, Paula, Rev. Vincent Johnson, Stephanie, Philip, Kingsley, Tyron, Rhinia Johnson, Sara, Steine, Emile, Yolande Ledee, Dominic Deveaux, Miriam Deveaux, Peter Adderley, Deloris Bethel, Deborah, Ulise Rolle. Relatives and Friends: Joetha Jones & family, Yolanda Dorsette & family, Sammy Taylor & family, Miling McPhee, A.F. Adderley Class of 1989 (Tigers), Bus Drivers Association, Mrs. Cunningham & family, Enith Strachan, Jackie Dean & family, Rev. Rolston & Wendy Smith & Angelic Baptist Church family, Team Mount Moriah Church family, Rev. Dr. William Thompson & Faith United Church family, Pastor Dr. M. Toote, Officers & members of Centreville Seventh-day Adventist Church family, the Tinker family, Fredricka King & family, Marion Bethell & family, Janet McDonald & family, David Albury & family, Steve & Portia Bornett & family, Harrison & Denise Moxey & family, Charmaine Price, Arnold
Clarke, Linlon Rolle, Alice Cherenfant, the entire McKenzie clan from the Bluff, Cat Island, Vianna Sands & Arclie Sands off Green Castle, Eleuthera, Keora Tayjor, Bahamas Academy Class of 1975, South Bahamas SDA Retirees Group, Jeanann Kemp, Freeman Kelly & family, Neando Tinker & family, Stecy Petty & family, Myrtis Major & family, President Jermaine Brown & the Bahamas Alliance for the Blind & Visually Impaired (BABVI), President Tyrone Johnson & the Disasted Person Organization (D.P.O.), the Percentie family, the Brown family, the Millennium Gardens, Yellow Elder community family, the New Dynamic Features, Management & staff of Cocohill, Atlantis, Shelly Whyte, Alicia Bethel & family, Jolan Bethel, Eden Collie, Pastor Adams, Ricarra Russell & family, John H. Saunders, Ryan Robinson, Euslice Jennings, Rev. Cleomi McKinney. Special thanks to Dr. Symonette and Wellness Center, Nurse McPhee, Doctor & Nurses of the Princess Margaret Hospital & a host of other relatives & friends.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 9-2:00 p.m. on Saturday & on Sunday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Memorial Service for
William Albert Kelly, 83 affectionately called “Taps”
a resident of South Beach Estates, will be held at Angelic Baptist Church, Joe Farrington Road, on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. Officiating will be Rev. Rolston Smith, assisted by Rev. Kingsley Pinder. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
Left to remember this sojourner are his sons: Adrian Kelly and Carlos Neely; daughter-inlaw: Alice Kelly; Grandchildren: Ashannon, Ashon Angel and Ashad Kelly, Carlisa, Calina and Caleah Neely; Sisters-in-law: Betty Major Tinker and Bernice Hepburn; Nieces-in-law: Nickera Robinson and Raquel McKenzie. Nephews-in-law: Shane McPhee, Demetris Major (Eugenia Major), Dominic and Letaj Tinker. Close family and friends including: Richard Newbold and Family, Lily Bowleg and Family, Tinker family, Lynette Bain & a host of others too numerous to mention.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 12-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 11:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notices for
Wendall Ted Seymour, 65
a resident of Sarah Robinson Road, died at PMH on Saturday, August 30, 2025.
He is survived by his, Mother: Avis Wray; Children: Desiree Seymour, Wendy Seymour, Tia Seymour, Wendel Clarke, Wendlyn Seymour; Grandchildren: Rosnia Seymour, Jasmine Ellis, and Dezario Seymour; Siblings: Debra Strachan, Harry Strachan, Bernadette Forbes, Stephen Strachan, Samuel Rolle, and Hilton Rolle; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Arthur George Levarity, 79
a resident of Pinewood Gardens, died at his residence on Monday, September 1, 2025.
He is survived by his, 1 son: Troy Levarity; 3 grandchildren: Toray & Tara Levarity, Simone Brennen; sisters: Cheryl Thompson, Deborah Anderson-Williams, Vivienne Haynes, Ingrid Levarity, Joan Levarity & Virginia Major; brothers: Patrick, Rudy & Theodore Levarity, Gregory Coakley, Jonny Mompetite & Andy Lockhart; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Hansel Alexander Moss, 66
a resident of Cockburn Town, San Salvador, died at PMH on Saturday, August 30, 2025.
He is survived by his, wife: Erica Moss; 1 daughter: Kenya Storr; 4 sisters: Martha Estermae Clarke, Ethel Louise Clarke, Rachel Clarke & Rochelle Richards; 5 brothers: Rev. Franklyn Clarke Jr., Rev. Leonard Clarke, Phillip Clarke, Rufus Clarke & Elvis Miller; 1 aunt: Faydora Hanna; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Helen Eloise “Ella” Adderley, 79
a resident of #98 Ferguson Drive, Bamboo Town & formerly of Simms, Long Island, died at PMH on Monday, September 1, 2025.
She is survived by her, 3 daughters: Sharon Adderley, Renea Adderley & Georgette (Van) Jacobs; 1 son: David Adderley; 4 grandchildren: Amya & Kaiden Adderley, Dylan & Ayden Jacobs; 2 sisters: Genette & Delerece Gardiner; 5 brothers: Richard, Lloyd, Daniel, Winton & Jonathan Gardiner; 2 aunts: Idell Seymour & Cora Dean; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Funeral Service For Catherine Ann Deveaux- Buchanan, 76 affectionately called ‘Kattie’ Taxi #316
a resident of #8 Dove Street, Winton, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at St. Michael’s Methodist Church, Church Hill Avenue, New Providence. Offciating will be Reverend Phillip Stubbs assisted by Minister Jill Ward. Cremation will follow.
She is survived by her children: Julie Buchanan-Moxey, Julian Buchanan; son-in-law: Elvis Moxey; 3 grandchildren: Sundaya Lewis (Donovan), Kendyce Strachan, Dazgia Moss (fancée Tarell); 3 great grandchildren: Kennon Forbes, Daylon and Sunae Lewis; 2 sisters: Irene Deveaux, Peggy Weech; brother: Robert Deveaux; former husband: Everette Bouncy Buchanan; sisters-in-law: Agnes McKenzie, Alfreda Russell, Kathleen Buchanan, Leonie Buchanan; nieces: Schell Stubbs (Phillip), Jill Ward (Patrick), Gia Williams (James), Shinida McKenzie (Neve Sr.) Alicia Deveaux, Joanne Williams (Harrison), Marie Munroe, Elizabeth, Tania and Sharell Buchanan, Adrianna Rucker, Natasha Bridgewater, Clyphane Knowles (Leevan) Knowles, Melissa Rolle, Davina Kitty Bethel and Alexis Buchanan, Esther and Pauline Jonasaint; nephews: Cornelius Deveaux, Rt. Sgt. Sean Deveaux, Shai Knowles, Sup., Lorenzo McKenzie (Asst. Com. Janet), Alfredo Bridgewater (Rochelle), Omar Buchanan (Anastacia), Kevin Buchanan, Joseph Buchanan Jr., Edward Buchanan, Andrew Donte’ Roker; grandnieces: Lyndsey Ward, Sienne Stubbs, Shea Stubbs, Shandi Stubbs, Jade Ferguson, Jhemma Ferguson, Rekai Albury, Britney Gibson,
Aria and Ariel Rucker, Tyashia Rolle, Jamia McKenzie, Malcom and Mason Bridgewater, Kevin Buchanan Jr.; grandnephews: Gyles Ward, Ethan McKenzie, Neve McKenzie Jr., Akeem, Corey and Christen Deveaux, Craig Buchanan, Jamecko Mckenzie, Tyrick Bridgwater, Tre’ Buchanan, Cordero Spencer, Marvin Lockhart, Nateo Bridgewater, Lee Knowles, Renaldo Armbrister, Ryan Darling; cousins: Havette and Carol Ingraham, Ophelia Ingraham and Family, Mary and Errol Ingraham, Millie Bethel and family, Pearline Bullard and family, Denise and Randy Johnson, Alicia Sands, Dania and Richard Blake, Wendy and Paul Hunt, Jennevieve and Maitland Bethel, Shirley and Arthur Rolle, Angela Miller (Dran), Prudence Jones, Boston Anderson Family of the late Stafford Bain; other friends and reletives: The Taxi Family special crew: Nazmone Campbell, Eva Thompson, Melba Burrows, Bianca Munnings, Valderine McQueen (Baby), Janet Bodie Wilkinson, Taxi Union President Tyrone Butler, Vice President Stefano Wilkinson, The Cat Cay crew, Randolph Mackey, Percel Rolle of Fort Lauderdale Fl., Lavern Smith, Roxey Rolle, Louizert PierreLouis, Alexandrea Ferguson, Dr. Christine Messarra, Elaine Thompson, Valarie Murphy, Alexander Gray, Wanda Collins-Forbes, Shalonda Clarke, Chance and Sharon Farrington, Pastor Clarke (taxi 1913), Christine and Dale Austin Lawrence, Mark Taylor, The Munroe and Buchanan families, Shantie Miller and family, The Palmetto Point family, Seabreeze Bethel and family, Clinton Knowles, The Africa family (Ghana, Ivory Coast) The Feast Alley Family, Margo Wilson and family, Anthony Foster, Randy Moss and family, Stephen Strachan and family, Greg Strachan and family, Josely Petty and family, Stephanie, Pamela Fisher, Edmund Ferguson, Dayne Brennen, Sherika Pratt, Wayde Stewart and family, The Kemp Family, Family of the late Cynthia BuchananRolle, Pamela David, Theresa Pinder, Carolyn Godet, Nicola Clough, Pat Gibson, Frances Butterfeld, The Hepburn family, Beryl Butler family, Olivia Smith and family, Keisha Poitier, Karen Munnings and family, The Airport Taxi family, Winton Meadows family, Honorable Prime Minister Brave Davis, Stalwart Counselors family of PLP, Hon. Min. Zane Lightbourne, Hon Perry Gladstone Christie, Staff of PMH, Female Medical II, Dr. Lockhart, Our Lady’s Church family, St. Michael’s Church family, The Cat Cay family, Renova Spa family, Elks Lodge (South west 7089) family, Daughter President Allison Sawyer, Brother President Julian Sands, Senior Magistrate Sandradee Gardiner, Senior Magistrate lan Marie Darville-Miller, Justice Andrew Forbes, Justice Jeanne WeechGomez, Justice Joyann Ferguson-Pratt, The Court Services Counsel Family and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the Progressive Liberal Party Headquarters, Farrington Road, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday from 1:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on Friday 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and to the church on Saturday from 12:00 noon until service time.
Funeral Service For
Joe Alfred Johnson, 83 affectionately called ‘Stitchie’
a resident of Gleniston Gardens, Falls Court, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Hard Hill, Acklins, Bahamas, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at The Annex Baptist Cathedral, Peardale and Wulff Road, New Providence. Offciating will be Rev. Dr. Mitchell E. Jones assisted by Bishop Dr. Charles Johnson. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens.
Joe was predeceased by his wife: Veronica Johnson; children: Lorraine and Gawain Johnson, Altovise Johnson-Stubbs.
Left to cherish his memories are his children: Brian (Patrice) Johnson, Nelda (Andrew) Rodgers, Reservist Inspector, Derick Johnson, Anastasia Johnson; grandchildren: Lexus (Johnathan) Sullivan and Brian Johnson Jr., NeAndre Rodgers, NeAshi Rodgers (Darvano Andrews), Shaquoy (Curtonzia) Johnson, Terran Fox; great grandchildren: Aaden Hanna, Nevaeh Cohen, Shaky’ja and Shalay’ja Johnson; sister: Ellen Collie; brother: Leonard Johnson; brothersin-law: Cedric and Royal Williamson; sisters-in-law: Sheila Johnson, Maxine and Patricia Williamson (Tampa, FL.), Marilyn Patricia and Ellena Williamson; numerous nieces and nephews: Rev. Lorenzo Johnson Sr., Donna McClean, Junior, Herman Brown, Juanita, Jennie Mae, Thelma, Leon and Rosetta Ferguson, Marjorie, Lambert, Norma Johnson, Viona, Edith, Harvey, Steven and Lisa Collie, Bernadette and Daphne Adderley, Beverley Johnson-Bethel, Michelle and Allison Ferguson, Jean Johnson, Kendal Johnson, Lorando Johnson, Sidney Ferguson, Angelica Green, Arnetra Johnson, Sheryl Johnson, Pastor Edwin, Min. Therman, Retired Superintendent Wilton, Elbert, Coach Kevin, Wayne Johnson, Genevieve Bethell, Deborah Rolle, Rose Williams, Magnola Hall, Vilter Duncombe, Alrice, Delano and RoyAnn Williamson, Nicole Ogden, Winston Jr. and Ashleigh Williamson, Chubbasco, Ulysses and Cedrica Williamson, Qurshanelle and Ofeca McPhee; grandnieces and nephews: Lorenzo Jr. and Annesha Johnson, Ralph Johnson Jr., Nakysha Pinder-Hill, Quincy and Janae Willis, Tosha Ash Saunders; other relatives and
friends: Elaine, Frederick, Katherine, Wayne and Yvette Rodgers and Family, Felton, Ida and Victoria Collie, Venal, Stephano Kemp and Family, Jed and Sean Munroe, Antoinette Roberts and Family, Nellie Rolle and Family, Rev. Phillip McPhee, Jeffery and Bertha Mae McKenzie and Family, Kevin Moxey, Clyde Rolle, Patrick Maycock, Donnie Bastian, Delworth Gibson, Ron and Denrick Miller and Family, Richard Ross, Sheldon Gibson, Derick Hanna, David Rolle and Family, Ezra Williamson and Family, Chester Fox (Commodore Long Island Association) Mark Knowles and Family, Keith Brown and Family, Mr. McPhee (George Town, Exuma), Peter Curry, Stanford Armbrister (President of BBOSA), Trevor Johnson and Family, Esther Mortimer and Family, Verdell and Wenworth Johnson and Family, Lillymae and Lamar Johnson and Family, Stephanie Johnson, Anthony Saunders and Family, Julian Adderley, Eva Ferguson and Family, Lisa and Mazelle Deveaux and Family, Mario Johnson and Family, Terrance Fox and Family, Michael and Tanya Wright and Family, Trevor and Dr. Tonya Davis and Family, Dwayne Williamson and Family, Sandy Morley and Family, Dwayne Outten and Family, Nevin Winters and Family, Sean Bastian and Family, Ricardo Poiter, Tokenyo McQuay and Family, Shelly and Lionel Murphy and Family, Valarie and Antoine Marshall and Family, Dianne Rolle and Family, Rev. Shantell and Tyrone Hepburn and Family, Lowaine McKenzie (Lavaughn) and Family, Candice Williams and Family, Wenze and Bridgette Hanna and Family, Judy Strachan and Family, Prince Boodle and Family, Brian McCardy and Family, Tony and Maggie Rodgers, Carolyn Miller and Family, Jocelyn Minus and Family, The Miller Family, The Seymour Family, The McKenzie Family (Dillan DMac McKenzie), Vanny Johnson and Family, RM Bailey Senior High School Class of 1984 & RM Bailey Senior High School Class of 1985, The New Solid Rock Church of God Family, Bishop Dr. Charles and Rev. Deborah Johnson and Family, Three Dimension Electrical Services Staff, CIBC First Caribbean Bank Staff, Commonwealth Bank Staff, The Entire Acklins Community, The Annex Baptist Church Family, The Gleniston Gardens Community, The Ida Street Community, The Long Island Regatta Committee, The Acklins Trade and Development Association, The National Family Island Regatta and The Sailing Association (Exuma), Cat Island Regatta Committee, North, South and Mangrove Cay Regatta Committees and 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.
Funeral Service For Cecil Ivan McKenzie, 55
a resident of #12 Roberts Street, Faith Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at The Embassy International, Prince Charles Drive, New Providence. Offciating will be Apostle Benjamin Smith assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens & Crematorium, Soldier Road, New Providence.
Cecil was predeceased by his brothers: Rodney Rolle and Sheldon Larrimore; nephew: Marquise Brunson.
He is survived by his wife: Marilyn Davis-McKenzie; children: Paulinka Rolle, Donovan, Latario and Celia McKenzie; daughterin-law: Joelise Newbold-McKenzie; grandchildren: Kaian Miller, Jace McKenzie; father: H. Haverson Laurette McKenzie; mother: Paulette Maria Capron-Hill; brothers: Horatio and Deron McKenzie; sisters: Ann Larrimore-Charlton, Stephanie Larrimore-Joseph, Tanya Larrimore-Gordon; adoptive children: The Late Charrad (Cyriaque) Williams, Romano (Mono) Bodie, The Late Corey (Snoop) Seymour; mother-in-law: Elcina Ingraham-Smith; sisters-in-law: Nikita and Jennis McKenzie, Ida and Petrol Johnson, Rhoda Clare, Maxine Davis-Knowles, Surrell Davis, Schmeckia Thompson; brothers-inlaw: Rodney Charlton, Nathaniel Joseph, Euland Gordon, Jamaal Flowers, Neil Davis; aunts: Deacon Althea McKenzie-Carey, Shirley Cigar, Yvonne Capron (Miami, Florida), Cheryl Ferguson (New York), Sandra and Enamae Pickstock, Sabrina Burrows; uncles: Kirkwood Munnings and Everette (Monique) Munroe; grand aunt: Marrion (Blossom) Rolle; nephews: Raynaj McKenzie, Jamal Lightbourn, Eric and Derrick Stuart, Troy Pinder, Charles Rolle, Carlos Delgado, Ronald Brunson, Deontea Holmes and Rodney Rolle; nieces: Kyla and Katiana McKenzie, Markell Dorestin, Shakera and Shaneka Rolle, Gerielle Tatem, Troyann Pinder, Robin and Jasmine Charlton, Raquel
Rolle; special cousins including: Rodneka Johnson, Cecil McKenzie (Altoona, Florida), Marvin and Tassie McKenzie (Kentucky), Edsel (Big Ed) Armbrister, Children of the Late Hattie Sweeting, Children of the Late Dorothy Prosper, Marjorie Ramsey, Donna Bascom (Florida); special friends and other relatives: Terry Duvalier, Dudley Greene, Lil Tits Crew, Troy Forbes, Platinum Ryders, Elton (Smiley) Mckenzie and Family, John Bain Jr. and Family, Tony, Stephanie Nixon and Family, Kendolyn, Jackie, Cowpen Road Crew, Graylin Martin and Family, Laverne Carroll and Family, Johnny (Long Island), Faith Gardens Community Especially The Roberts Street Neighbors including Mr. Burrows, Mr. Stubbs, Mr. Turnquest and Family, Apostle Benjamin Smith, Ambassadors of the Embassy International, Bishop Delton Fernander and the Members of New Destiny Baptist Cathedral, Rev. Dr. Anthony Carroll and Members of the Antioch Native Baptist Church, The Entire Driggs Hill Community, Management/Staff of the Bahamas Power and Light Company, The Financial Secretary, The Treasurer for the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, Staff of the Public Treasury Department, Minister of Energy and Transport, The Hon. Jobeth Coleby-Davis, Permanent Secretary Mrs. Donella Bodie, Acting Postmaster Mabeline Miller, the Ministry of Energy and the Post Offce Department 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
Geneva Rosemary Bain, 82
a resident of St. Vincent Road, Silver Gates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Behring Point, Andros, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, August 29, 2025.
She is survived by 4 sons: Paul (Evangelist Elizabeth), Andrew, Anthony and Whitney Bain; 10 grandchildren, brothers: Arthur (Brenda) White and Archie (Stella) White; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.
Funeral Service For Janice Pamela Bernadette Styles, 72
a resident of Regency Park, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025 at Abundant Life Bible Church, Old Trail Road, New Providence. Offciating will be Pastor Cranston Knowles assisted by Pastor Gil Maycock and other ministers of the Clergy. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.
She is survived by her daughter: Kellie Styles; grand-daughter: Alexandria Armbrister; grandchildren: Angelo Amari and Amaya Alaina Major; brother: Lionel Styles; sisters: Yvonne Campbell, Sharon Gomez, Joyann Edwards; nephews: Lionel Styles, Philip and Trevor Campbell, Kent Francis, Keith and Ryan Gomez, Denardo Missick (Turks and Caicos), Christopher Edwards (Oklahoma) Jordan Coakley (Romania); nieces: Nadine, Lionel, Kizzie Styles, Kayla (Beverly) Campbell, Ashley and Eva Coakley; grand nieces and nephews: Tamanika Bowleg-Campbell, Anastacia Campbell, Ariel (Jason) Rahming, Trevia Forbes, Keva Major, Ikell, Rico, Renaldo (Alexandra), Philip and Sean Campbell, Reginald, Kennedy (Marine Seamen), 3926 PC Elliott and Aaron Francis, Andree Lee, Marquis Little, Glenar’je, Kayla and Azalea Camille Rahming, Kaidence Francis, J’anno Moss, Jabari and Kio Gomez, Zoe and Marcus Missick, Jordan Elijah Coakley; cousins: Marva, Michelle, Keith (Vernita), Sonia, Noel Jr., Arlene (Leslie Hutchinson), Laverne (Winston Symonette), George, Tracy (Monique) and Yvonne Daley; Marjorie (Tony Sealy), Richard Butler, Karen Butler-King,
Tonya Butler-Okera (Ruben) Miami, Florida; Leon Edwards, Perry (Maureen), Travis (Mia) Edwards, Desiree (RicardoTurner), Yvette (Glen Rolle), Lisa (Anthony Gigliotti), Kayla (Philip) Knowles, Claresta Edwards, Eloise and Ulrick Johnson, Richard, Ricardo and Nioshie Johnson, Lybye Johnson-Darville; other relatives and friends including: Ryan Major and family, Herbert Styles and family, Philip and Sheena Styles and family, Eleanor Allen and Ricardo Farrington and family, Deborah Forbes and Family, Hansel “Sonny” Davis and family, Bernadette Taylor and family, Claudette Farrington and family, the Styles family of Regency Park, Althea Deane and family; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on (TODAY) Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Death Notice For Phyllis Nicole Bain, 65
a resident of #20 Barns Road, Coral Harbour, New Providence, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, September 1, 2025.
She is survived by her husband: Kentworth; children: Jonathan, Dr. Althena and Jason Bain; grandson: Onyx; mother: Mae Davis; sisters: Sabrina Davis, Lisa (John) Cartwright, Sophia Ferguson; brothers: Brian (Marylee) Davis; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives.
Funeral arrangements will be announced a later date.
Funeral Services For
Natacha David, 41 & Nayka Saint-Fleur, 24
a residents of Kim’s Crescent Road off Baillou Hill Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly from Port-de-Paix, Haiti. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, 6th September, 2025, 1:00pm at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Lazaretto Road off Carmichael Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Dr. Rev. Antoine St. Louis assisted by Pastor Michael Telairin, Pastor Laurent H. Papoulote, Pastor Rebert Saintibert and other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spiknard Roads, New Providence.
Left to cherish Natacha David precious memories are her father: Elifaite David; son: Tchalensky Esperance USA; brothers: Guy Timber Louidor (Bahamas) Ford Saint Luc, USA; sisters: Yasmine Louissaint USA Hermione Jean Mary Haiti; uncles: Iboneste Louissaint USA, Genel Saintil USA, Benjamin Louissaint USA, Bernard Louissaint Haïti, Jonar Louissaint Haïti, Vinet Louissaint Haïti; aunts: Bethel Marc Melidor, Ernise Louissaint, Bertha Louissaint, Venise Louissaint, Véronique Louissaint; nephews: Yavens St. Fleur, Havens St. Fleur, Alex Myrthil, Nathan Guillaume; nieces: Fabienne St. Luc, Fenisha St. Luc, Dorothy Louissaint, Lexa Guillaume Hanaya Guillaume; cousins: Betty François Scott, Marc Elder St. Luc, San Cherlie Melidor,
Nathalie Melidor, Bianline Melidor, Peterson Melidor, Jerson Melidor, Louissaint Wilcot Louissaint, Louissaint Ewens, Louissaint Billy, Louissaint Kensy, Louissaint Karfen, Louissaint Markenson, Pierre Philippe Johnly Pierre, Philippe Sterven, Pierre, Philippe Kenly, Pierre, Philippe Mys Molson, Claumene Bien-Aime Julmiste, Orviodine Julmiste, Marckenley Saintil, Marckendy Saintil, Ancelot Jean, Neville Victor, Walkens Forestal, Franck Victor, Jamesly Victor, Doubie Victor, Moniteur Victor, Bellange Victor; goddaughters: Maleah Dawkins; godsons: Sammy Omar Vincent and Wilten Charles; friends: Janet Symonette, Karen Symonette, Kennisha Petitfrere Micheline Symonette Johnson Alexander Samentha Vincent Justice Decius, Tracey Symonette, Michelle, Maurice Merisier, Lilian Phanord, Meritha Joseph, Erica Cédieu, Lynda Hyiler, Jessica Varice, Bruny Félix, Jack, Biggy, Kakou, Kim’s Crescent Road Community, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Left to cherish Nayka Saint-Fleur precious memories are her father: Jean Yves Saint Fleur (Haïti); grandmother: Torièse Saint Fleur (Haïti); step mother: Wilna Cadet Haïti; brothers: Tchalensky Esperance, (USA), Djouvensky Saint Fleur, (Rep Dom) Sammy Omar Vincent (Bahamas), Nerry Saint Fleur (Haïti) and Marvens Saint Fleur (Haïti); sisters: Tracy Saint Fleur (Haïti), Nachera Saint Fleur (Haïti), Isadora Saint Fleur (Haïti) and Maleah Dawkins; uncles: Guy Timber Louidor (Bahamas) Ford Saint Luc USA, Yvener Vassor (USA), Bernex Vassor (Usa), Marc Elder Saint Luc (Bahamas) and Ketnel Saint Luc (Haïti); cousins: Betty François Scott (Bahamas), Yavens St. Fleur, Havens St. Fleur, Alex Myrthil, Nathan Guillaume, Fabienne St. Luc, Fenisha St. Luc, Dorothy Louissaint, Lexa Guillaume Hanaya Guillaume, San Cherlie Melidor, Nathalie Melidor, Bianline Melidor, Peterson Melidor, Jerson Melidor, Louissaint Wilcot Louissaint, Louissaint Ewens, Louissaint Billy, Louissaint Kensy, Louissaint Karfen, Louissaint Markenson, Pierre Philippe, Johnly Pierre, Philippe Sterven, Pierre Philippe Kenly, Pierre, Philippe Mys Molson, Claumene Bien-Aime Julmiste, Orviodine Julmiste, Marckenley Saintil, Marckendy Saintil, Ancelot Jean, Jamesly Victor, Frank Victor and Kenny Victor; friends: Taleus Ervenson, Gaëlle Guillaume, Fabie Guillaume, Ciennecie Pierre, Robbie, Francillon, Phanel, Jean Charles, Guillaume John, Widemaël, Lacarriére Chery Bénoit, Kim’s Crescent Road Community, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respect at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd. #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence on Friday, September 5th, 2025 from 2:00pm-6:00pm and again at the church on Saturday from 12:00 noon until service time.
Funeral Service For
Memorial Service For Deacon Guether Octeus, 58
affectionately called “Frè Gue”
a resident of Whitaker Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly from Jean -Rabel, Haiti. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, 5th September, 2025, 7:30pm at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Lazaretto Road off Carmichael Road, New Providence
Funeral Service For
Deacon Guether Octeus, 58
affectionately called “Frè Gue”
a resident of Whitaker Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly from Jean -Rabel, Haiti will be held on Sunday, 7th September, 2025, 11:00am at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Lazaretto Road off Carmichael Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Bishop Laurent H. Papouloute Senior Pasto assisted by Pastor Jean Gary and other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, John F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone Road, New Providence.
Left to cherish his precious memories are his father: Jean Dorveus Octeus; mother: Veronique Octeus; wife: Irma Octeus; children: Ralph Octeus, Max Octeus, Skevens Octeus, Mayanna Octeus and Veronicka Octeus; brothers and sisters: Monfort Octeus, Rev. Dr. Josue Octeus, Trosky Octeus, Mathias Octeus, Jeannine Frank Octeus, Simone Louis Octeus, Gerda Nortelus Octeus, Elgate Joseph Octeus and Veldie
Delice Octeus; nephews: Kindy Louis, Dawens Nortelus, Jonathan Octeus, Gaham Joseph, Akimael Joseph, Joshly Joseph, Michael Octeus, Joakim Octeus, Dorvens Octeus, Leovens Petit-Frere, Renel Polycarpe, Daniel Polycarpe, Wensley Polycarpe, Lyns Chèry, Jephte Octeus, Jason Octeus, Hosee Octeus; brothers and sister-in-law, nieces: Nuncia Frank, Fenone Frank, Kenise Louis, Lorvensy Louis, Kimberly Nortelus, Dally Nortelus, Althaina Joseph, Melckie Joseph, Nedine Delise, Nenji Delise, Mishana Delise, Michenie Delise, Rose Camah, Octeus Josie, Micah Octeus, Rose Princess Polycarpe, Leyla PetitFrere, Kechmica Chery, Dieunica Chery, Valanka Chery; sisters-in-law: Marianne Octeus, Rosita Octeus, Magda Octeus, Gilbertha Octeus, Ismene Petit-Frere, Cecile Chery, Nicole Polycarpe; brothers-in-law: Dieulet Frank, Lumanes Louis, Colbert Nortelus, Gerard Joseph, Misler Delise, David Polycarpe, Lysnel Petit-Frere, Fresny Chery; cousins: Christian Octeus, Lucner Octeus, Jaccene Octeus, Manite Octeus, Octeus Manicia Octeus, Dr. Heribert Octeus, Luccene Octeus, Edrice Octeus, Ylrick Octeus, Raymonde Octeus, Patrick Octeus, Franguy Octeus, Kernard Octeus, Liline Octeus, Gaspard Octeus Frid Metelus, Manuchaka Metelus, Wesner Metelus, Simond Metelus, Erlande Metelus; relatives: Pastor Laurent Papouloute and family, Ebenezer Baptist Church and Family; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at the Memorial Service on Friday, 5th September, 2025 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm and again at the church on Sunday from 10:00am until service time
Death Notice For
Aveldieu Harris, 74
a resident of Rolle Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly from Port-de-Paix, Haiti, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Jeanne -Rose Canton Harris; sons: Ronald (Ghenet) Harris, Kevin Harris, Gary (Britney) Harris, Carl Harris, Kenson Harris, and Jonathan Harris; daughter: Biyanca Harris; cousin: Simeon (Roseanne) Jean-Baptiste; and a host of other relatives and friends to numerous to mention.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited.
Funeral Service For
Martha Pierre, 60
A resident of Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, 7th August, 2025. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at 10:30am at Metropolitan Church of The Nazarene (Bahama Avenue and East Street). Officiating will be Pastor Rebert Saintibert, assisted by other Ministers of The Gospel. Interment will follow at Old Trail Cemetery.
She is survived by her sons: Rodrico Michel, Renaldo Tilme, and James Noel; daughter: Roselyn Pierre; husband: Rigolin Noel; father: Eliqure Michel (deceased); mother: Cecile Michel; brothers: John Michel, Ismitte Mitchell, Leslie Mitchell; sisters: July Pierre Edna Michel-Charlot, Isline Ferguson (deceased), Sheily Michel-King, Yasmine Alinscat; grandchildren: Sarah Glory Verrnelus, Faith Glory Vernelus and Kora Isline Michel and Various; cousins, nephews and nieces and host of other relatives and friends.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respect at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd., #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue on Friday, September 5th, 2025 at 10am-4pm and again at the church from 9:30 am until service time
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Alexandre Celisson Pierrette, 75
a resident of Guyana Court, Flamingo Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly from St. Louis- du- Nord, Haiti died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, 23rd August, 2025.
He survived by his wife: Saintalia Pierrette; children: Etienne Pierrette, Zacharie Pierrette, Elitane Pierrette, Maritile Pierrette, Rosita Pierrette, Nighgen Pierrette, Shernika Pierrette, Macich Pierrette, Seliane Noel; step daughter: Blandine Pierre Jean; grandchildren: Michael J. Celestin, Woodly K. Pierrette, Suze André, Leissa D. André, Ketourah R. Petit Beau, Clifford Petit Beau, Wilberson Paloute, Jayden Celestin; great grandchild: Rodrigo Celestin; sister: Anazia Francois; brother: Dumevert Francois; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Limited.
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Daniel Thomas Paul Albury, 74 affectionately called “Danny”
Danny passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, 2nd September, 2025.
He was predeceased by his father, Edwin Paul Albury; mother, Joan Albury; sister, Anne Lawlor; mother-in-Law, Marguerite Sands; father-in-Law, G. Wayde Sands.
He is survived by his children, Benjamin Albury (Danielle), Kristen Knowles (James); grandchildren, Deija, James Daniel, Canaan, Axl and Ava; siblings, Elizabeth Smith and Lester Albury; his dear friend and mother of his 2 children, Denise Higgs (Luther); nieces and nephews, Dawn, Laura (Chris), Dustin, Sarah (Chris), Candice (Micah), Destiny (LJ), Lisa (Phil), Ashley, Paul, Damian (Morgan), Taylor (Casey), Hunter, Madison, Maverick, Matteo; dear family members and friends, Jim Lawlor, Debra Lamb, Dave and Enchar Lamb, Andrew and Deidre Barr, Brad and Darlene Smith, Douglas Wells and Alison Black, Steve Swan, William Albury (“Big Bill”), William Albury (“Little Bill”), Robert Pinder, Duane Wells, Ken Curry, Clint Curry, Tim Kallergis, Timmy Pinder, Shane Wells, Nathan Romer, Timmy Brown, Tony Torres, the management and staff (past and present) of Elite Motors, Boaters Paradise, Marlin Marine, Brown’s Boat Basin, and Nautical Marine and a host of other family members and friends whom he loved dearly; special thanks go out to, Dr. Ian McQuay, Nurse Bridgette Rahming, Nurse Dawn Albury-Gaitor and especially Sefrey Sanchez (Candy Hanna) who took such wonderful care of Danny. Danny was truly a special man who loved God and touched many lives.
Memorial arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Alexander Edward Woodsode, 58
of Trinidaf Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, New Providence, Bahmaas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, August 25, 2025.
He is survived by his mother: Merlene Woodside; children: Alexander Jr. (Liuman Silvia), DeShannne, Lashanda, Ovando, Chavago, Darren and Levardo (Markea); grandchildren: Lashawn, Edward, Jade, Anna and Emmanuel; siblings: Audrey, Victoria, Sandra (Ricardo), Stephanie, Therese (Alfred) Garth (Karen) & David (Joy) and a host.of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Services For
Irene Verna Thompson, 80
will be held on Saturday, 6th September, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at Carmichael Bible Church, New Providence, Bahamas. Offciating will be Pastor S. Alexander Thompson assisted by Rev. Diana Lightbourne. Interment will follow in Carmichael Bible Church Cemetery.
Irene was predeceased by her husband: Mr. Nevis Thompson; daughter: Antoinette Thompson; grandchildren: Ashenique and Shantol McHardy, Rodridge Elisante and Daran Thompson; sisters: Christine and Lilith Rolle
She leaves behind to cherish her memories are her children: Trevor, Adline, Elwood and Kevin Thompson; Daphne Newbold and Patricia McHardy; adopted daughter: Deborah Kelly; daughter and sonsin-law: Dedrie Thompson; Ronald Newbold Sr. and Jason McHardy; grandchildren: Ronald Jr. (Chantal), Rondavia, Deveron (Nikia), Ronardo (Venus Martin) and Ronesha Newbold; Regina, Patrica, Nickeisha, Kelly, Keja, Kevin Jr. Christopher and Alexis Thompson; Jasonique, Kandi, Miracle and Constable 447 Jayson McHardy; Desmond Perrigod and Giovanna Johnson; great grandchildren: Mekhi, KieRon, Roniyah and Ronarje Newbold; Rodronae Lazard; Aaliyah and Alicia Ramsey; Donell Ferguson; Hope and Briann Williams; Hazel and Vincente Dean; Heaven, Alexio, Vincent, Honor, Raven, Alexia and Jeremiah Thompson; Robert Sands; Amaris Bethell; Margaretta and An-drenia Mackey; Amore Johnson; Treasure Delancey and Jaivanna Wallace; sisters and brother: Doris Rolle; Juanita Hunter; Rev. Dr. Ernestine McKenzie; Sandra Rolle-Curry (Andrew) and Moses Ivan Pinder (Celia); brothers and sisters-in-law: Joseph (Pearl), Allen (Nora) and Felton (Marelitha) Thompson; nieces and nephews: Margo, Carla, Marva and Uriah Gibson; Charisma Shitz; Tamra Eden; Phillipa Bethel; Dr. Tina Bethel-Mims; Shervin Rolle and Edward Rolle; godchildren: Irene Lewis, Veron Marshall, Carolyn Russell, Hendrickson and Donavon; numerous family and friendswhich includes: The Godet, Newry and Miller family; Christopher, Finetta and Althamese Thompson; Bricemae Gibson; Mizpah Strachan; Margorie Duncanson; Yvonne Marshall; Paulette Brown; Sharon Martin; Donnalee, Bradley, Pamela and Marvin Adderly; Gaynell and Paul Higgs; Samantha Rolle; Iris Brown; Ijana Rolle; Sandra Walker; Ms. Riley; Kevin Walker; Olive Thomas; Ervin Rolle; Bones; George
Minnie; Mrs, Bennen, Felix, Senator the Hon. Michael Halkitis; the Hon. Desmond Bannister; Orris and Veronica(Vonnie) Marshall and families; the Women’s Branch of PLP; Reverend AlexanderThompson and the Carmichael Bible Church Family; the staff of Legacy Memorial Mortuary; the entire Carmichael community and a host of relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Friends may pay their last respects at the Progressive Liberal Party Headquarters on (TODAY) Thursday, 4th September, 2025 from 10:00am-4:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 10:00am until service time.
Gary Oliver Rose-Henry, 59
will be held on Saturday, 6th September, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at New Lively Hope Baptist Church, Jerome Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas. Offciating will be Bishop Stefan Russell assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Qutel T. Brown Rose Henry; sister: Claudia Rose-Henry; brothers: Anthony, Donovan and Leafcraft Rose Henry; nieces: Nateesh Campbell- James, Kacey Campbell, Danielle Jones, Elizabeth, Arnella Akeila James and Juliemae Rhule Enae Dill, Shacara and Shaturia Lightbourne, Simone Thompson, Ashley Moxey, Anana Lisa Coburn, Ebony Gibson, Marinette & Savana Pickstock, Africa and Royann Brown; nephews: Keon, Kemar, and Marlin Rhule; Kemar, Emre, C.J. and Javaugh Campbell and Cowayne Rose-Henry; Shancez, Bursil, Luciano, Isariel, J. Brown, Alex Joseph, Obrian Neily and John Brown; aunt: Beverly Lewis; sisters-in-law: Harel Brown Joseph, Enith Moss, Olive Lightbourne, Annamae Neilly, Betty Brown, Shermaine & Pearl Brown; brothers-in-law: Cedric and Ervin Brown; special friends: Troy Brown, Demetrius Ferguson, Winifred Ferguson, Nelson Bastian, Michael Thompson, Majorie and Eddison Joffre, The Nichols Family, Robert From Canada, Chris Gibson, Arnette McDonald, Kameka Mackey, Shanette Ramsey and other Relatives, Family and Friends.
Friends may pay their last respects at the church on Saturday from 10:00am until service time.
Granville Alexander Coakley, 58 affectionately called “Patchy”
of Mauritios Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Tuesday, 26th August 2025.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices For
Clifton Theophilus Rahming, 50
of Wulff Road, New Providence, formerly of South Andros, Bahamas died at the Princess Margret Hospital on Thursday, 28th August, 2025.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Eleson
Pierre, 20 affectionately called “Tenten”
of Watling Street, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margret Hospital on Wednesday, 13th August, 2025.
Left to cherish he precious memories are his mother: Carmel Estimable; brothers: Henry & Bejay Saint, Peter Pierre; sisters: Natasha Saint Pethra & Kenya Pierre; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service For Death Notices for SYLVIA M. SEALY-GODET, 87
Mrs. Noreen Patricia Knowles Francis, 66
will be held at Chippingham Church of God, Rose Bud and Eden Stree, New Providence, Bahamas on Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at 11:00am. Officiating will be Bishop Jeffrey Francis assisted by Rev Willis Saunders. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.
Left to cherish her precious memories are her sons: Charles, Jeffery Jr. (Julieann), Fredrick and Jeremy Francis; daughters: Charmine, Princess and Jenora Francis; grandchildren: Jataria, Jessica, Jefferianna, Mark and Tevon Francis, Elemina, Elizabeth, Edisha and Edmund Ellis; great grandchildren: Kaelyn & Kareem Gatson, Khalil & Jahtario Francis, Carlo Thompson Jr.; sister: Pauline Langley; sister-in-law: Elizabeth & Valarie Francis; brother-in-law: Peter Francis; godchildren: Alberto David, Savannah Rolle & Jude Eden; numerous nieces and nephews including: Lavern Gray (Carlton), Nadine Burrows (Shumarko), Eyvette Culmer (Michael), Alicia Sands (Steven), Antonia, Antonette, Anthonique, Desire, Kendra, Nicoya, Sidrea, Valencia, Nikisha, Amanda, Dornha, Debbie Collie, Lynderia Curtis, Lavandra Colebrooke, Jasmine, Shylah, Kelitha & Fantasia Fritzgerald, Shamia & Shaleah, McCaiyah, Azura, Kylie, Kailyn, Sariyah, Jaeda, Mckayla, Tamakelle Roberts, Matilda Roker, Dwight & Mcgregory Knowles, Anthony & Awari Francis, Fabian Fritzgerald (Tiniha), Carter, Chino, Kamari, Jaquan, Jakail Dames, Lynden & Lindreco Curtis, Anthony Jr., Jaden McPhee, Stephon Jr., Winton, Dexter, Lanico; numerous cousins including: Minister Philip, Rev. Wenzel, Kelvin, Terrence & Sheffrey Newton, Dr. Jan Jones, Florie, Minister Francine & Florence Rolle, Esther Hepburn, Terryann Moxey, Francis Moss, Joel, Laverne, Telcine, Dwyane, Adrian, Pastor Andrew & Nicola Stubbs, Patcina, Ulrick, Anthony, Michael, Valerie & Zelderine Roach, Michelle & Clarence Major, Alexzander, Wellington, Sherley, Shelia, Linda, Stephany Blatch, Cheryl & Shervin Knowles, Flo, Hazel, Clariese, Junior, Haywood Kemp, Aleshia Mcswain, Debroahann Clarke, Leoni Mcphee, Florina Sweeting, Daisy Sears, Elizabeth Stubbs, Gregory Asquit, Alice and the Bastian Family; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Bishop Jeffery Francis, Cleola Hanna & family, Loresa Rahming & family, Grace Ellis & family, Alethia Ellis & family, David, Larece, Verlece and Shelia Rolle & family, Alene Wilson & family, Ceejay, Cardi and Fabian Bain & family, Lloyd Edgecombe & family, Sherlene Bain & family, Dencil, Joemond and Shereka Jones & family, Stephany and Judy Dottin & family, Noah Hanna & family, Altico and Dorolyn Rolle & family, Ronette Rolle & family, Lorese and Lorene Pinder & family, Jalisa Toot & family, Karen, Ebbie and Patricia David & family, Carolyn Newbold & family, Magurita Smith & family, Linda & Fabian Stuart & family, Corvel Bain & family, Vicarro and Trevor Roberts & family, Lisa and Gerene Brennan & family, Pastor Willis Saunders & family, Amadine Rolle & family, Allegra Russell & family, John Rolle & family, Verdine and Peanut Martin & family, Kingsley Wilkerson & family, Tony Romer & Family, Glenda Roker & family, Bishop Benjamin Rolle & family, Pastor Jamal Barr & family, Becky Clare & family, Francine & family, Lavardo Sherman & family, Lilly Pinder & family, Jeff and Rudy Dames & family, The entire Knowles, Stubbs & Francis family, Lynden Curtis & family, Edith Romer-Johnson & family, The Hon Philip Brave Davis Prime Minister Of The Commonwealth Of The Bahamas And Family Marilyn Roberts And Family,Trevor Pratt and Family Kendrick Sherman And Family, Noah And Family, Bishop Chester Rolle and Family, Bishop Benjamin Rolle and Family, Pastor Barr And Family Dawn Bowe And Family, Christina Cleare And Family, The Bastians The Rokers The Grays Family, Minister Charlean Evans, Minister Ariemanter Stubbs, Pastor Anna Annamae Brown and family, Carlyon Blatch and and family, Gwendolyn Smith and family, Vanriea Smith and family, Nurse Phillipa Smith And The PMH Staff, Doctor Rolle & The Entire Bimini Clinic Staff, Rosethel Stuart & Family, Chairman Of The Progressive Liberal Party Kitty Saunders & family, Hon. Kingsley Smith, Honorable Fred Mitchelle and the Fox Hill Community, The entire community of Bimini, The Mangrove Cay community, Bimini Craft Centre. Special thanks to the Newbold Brothers Funeral Home staff. We apologize to persons who were not mentioned but we are forever grateful for your thoughts and prayers, may God richly bless each of you.
Viewing will be held at Newbold Brothers Chapel, Palmetto Avenue and Acklins Street, New Providence on Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00p.m. and on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
of Kool Acres, died at her residence on Saturday, 30th August, 2025.
She is survived by her sister: Maude O. Bain; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
PRESTON GENE KEMP (Kempco), 61
of Pride Estates and formerly of Orange Creek, Cat Island, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, 30th August, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Jane Kemp; daughters: Ariel and Brittany Kemp; sons: Rashad Archer-Kemp and Kevin Johnson; grandchild: Kaylee Johnson; sisters: Paula Williams, Mable Newbold, Ellen and Margaret Kemp; and a host of other relatives and friends
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Service for
AMBER JONAE KIRSTEN WALLACE, 23
of St. Andrews Beach Estates will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday 5th September 2025 at St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church, Palm Tree Ave., Third and Fourth Street, The Grove
Officiating will be Fr. Simeon Roberts and Fr. Junior Calixte assisted by other members of the clergy. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.
Left to cherish fond memories of Amber are her Parents: Quinten & Genovia Wallace; Sister/Cousin: McKenzie King; Brothers/ Cousins: Olaseni & Trevor Brown Jr.; Aunts: Khaliah Brown, Gaylene Maynard, Michelle Wallace, Nisha Major; Uncles: Trevor Brown, Bertram Wallace, Jeffrey Wallace; Grandaunts: Patricia Ferguson, Ingrid Simon, Judith Major, Daphne Richardson, Claudette A. Rolle, Wanda Farquharson, Nellie McPhee, Annie Brown, Gale Brown, Marie and Sarah Wallace; Granduncles: Philip Durham, Alfred Richardson, Barry Rolle, Percy Grant, Kevin Davis, Kingsley Brown Sr., Wendell Albury, Donald Brown Sr., Joseph Wallace; Cousins: Kevin, (Terah, Kevaughn, Kourtni) Ferguson, Marvin & Indira Ferguson (Sahara, Summer & Jax), Shornette Ferguson, George, Angelo (Dylan, Amayah) Simon, Kamala & Jonathan Deal (Benjamin), Krista and Kerri Richardson, Shantique, Keion, Leah & Berthia Durham, Anton Russell, Devon Rolle, Niki (Trevon)Smith, Alexandre, Azaria, Andrew, Aaliyah & Rashad Wallace, Robert, Glenroy, Ricardo, Patricia, Barbara & Cynthia Ferguson and their families, Gloria & Larry Bastian and family, Raquel Davis, Patrick & Revella Bodie and family, Tyrone & Shonalee Munroe and family, Harvey & Garnell Brown and family, Sabrina & Anthony Coakley and family, Sherial & Gregory Mortimer and family; Kinglsey Brown Jr., Kimberley & Kristen Brown, Sandena Mortimer-Neely, Paul Farquharson II & III, Maresha Culmer and family, Shandinique Smith & family, Ann, Shantel, Sharma and Sharita Saunders; Family of the late Randolph Nixon, James, John Jr. and Spurgeon Brown; Other relatives and friends: Chernet Bell, Gail Brown, Altimese Isaacs & family, Hilbert Collie & family, Mr. & Mrs. Linburt Stuart & family, Yolanda (Telicia) Thomas, Reymond Moxey, Myrthlyn Rolle, Thelma Gay, Andrea Missick & family, Sandra Mackey & family, Patricia Berry, Eugene Culmer and family, Philip Knowles and family, Gerald Williams and family, Petra Jones and family, Arnette Major and family, Geroda Adderley and family, James Rahming and family, The Hopedale Centre Community, Ellen McKenzie, Derek Johnson and family, Mrs. Maurice and family, Candin Moss, Family of the late Cynthia & David Rolle, Monsignor Simeon Roberts, Father David Cooper, Father Junior Calixte & The St. Thomas More Church Family and many others too numerous to be mentioned. We apologize for
any inadvertent omissions
May Her Soul Rest In Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Thursday (TODAY) 4th September 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 5th September 2025 from 1:00 p.m. until service time
Death Notice for NORMAN ADAIR WHITLOCK JR., 82
of Little Blair Estates and formerly of Carlisle, England, died at Doctor’s Hospital on Thursday 28th August 2025.
Memorial Service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Edmond Street, off Dolphin Drive on Saturday September 13th 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Brother Joseph Major. Cremation was held.
Norman is preceded in death by his son: Antonio Whitlock; sister: Susan Whitlock-Stubbs.
He is survived by his wife: Dorothea Whitlock; children: Julie (Gareth Torrens) Whitlock of Cumbria, England and Davinia (Taino) Whitlock-Bullard; Grand Children: Jaarad (Judy) Whitlock of Toronto, Canada, Ahndin Whitlock, Anna and Sarah Torrens of Cumbria, England and Sumayah Watkins of Toronto, Canada; Great Grand Children: Liam and Aaden Whitlock; Daughter-in-law: Leigh (Michael) Whitlock-Watkins and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral Service for
IAN ALEXANDER
THOMPSON, 64
of Poitier Avenue, Chippingham will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday 5th September 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Boyd Road. Officiating will be Monsignor Alfred Culmer assisted by Deacon Peter Jones. Interment will follow in the Catholic Cemetery, Tyler Street.
Left to cherish fond memories are his Wife: Vanessa Thompson; Children: Morgan and Ide Thompson; Mother: Doris Thompson Maycock; Brothers: Cory Lamar Thompson, Craig Thompson, Decosta Newbold, Emmanuel X. “Manny” Major, Mario Petitefrer Mackey, Troy Maycock, Wellington (Christine) Maycock; Sisters: Alita Thompson, Rhonda Newbold Parris Rose, Sharon Lynn Daniels-Thompson, Tonya (Kevin) Maycock-Enice, Nathalie Maycock; Step-Mother: Audrey Chapelle-Thompson (wife of Everette); StepSister: Asia Chapelle; Brothers-In-Law: Sidney Wilson, Vernick “Nick Wilson, Edison (Delecia) Thompson, Whitney (Indira) Thompson, Phillip (Royann) Williams; Sisters-In-Law: Altima (Edwin Sr.) Johnson, Yvonne (Sidney) Bootle, Mahalia Wilson, Sherry (Paul) Thompson-Drummond; Uncles: Robert Neville Thompson, Livingston “Winkie” Frances, David (Partice) Williams; Aunts: Ruth Cash, Myrtle Coope, Sis Bernice Wilson of St Martin’s Convent; Nephews: Dominique Wilson, Edwin Johnson Jr., Judeno Wilson, Akeem Flowers, Anthony Dummett, Belizario Fernandez, Brandon Thompson, Brent Dummet, Colin Owens, Dylan Thompson, Keywon Jackson, Kosi Morrison, Nathaniel Pitzer, Roshawn Daniels, Troy Maycock Jr., Wellington Maycock, Jr., Welton Maycock, Yaure Maycock Jr., Marcelis Felton, Markeesha Evans, Mariel Petitefre, Ja-Borree Poitier, Terrance J. Banks, Andromeda Troy Scott, Sidney Wilson Jr.; Nieces: Ischer (Steven) McSweeney, Judeka Wilson, Nicole Wilson, Nicolette Wilson, Sydia Wilson, Sytia Bootle, Syneisha Bootle, Akira Rose, Alonna Newbold, Anya Maycock, Ayonna Newbold, Bandy Daniels, Carrianne Flowers, Chayanne Daniels, Chelsea Newbold, Ciara Major, Crystal Maycock, Denise Newbold, Desia Rose, Eboni Major, Imani Thompson, Keaza Maycock, Keyunna Rivera Major, Laterria R. Green, Nia Major, Sade Daniels, Sheniqua Major; Cousins: Donette Archer (aka sister), Mitz Swaby (aka Ian’s Big Sister), Adrain Pratt, Andrea Smith, Andrew Rolle(Sp-Jan-Donnell), Bertram Ingraham Jr., Beth Thompson Carey, Beverly Archer, Claire Thompson Neymour (Sp-Chet), Crystal Thompson Raymond, Daniella Thompson Munnings, Debra Armstrong (Sp-Gurney), Shelly Archer, Raymond Pratt, Peggy Archer Roberts, Crystal; Numerous other cousins, family members, and friends; The family would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Poitier Avenue Family, Ephraim Jones, Jamal Jones and family, John and Yolanda Bonaby and family, Bloss Davis and family, Donella Sands and family, Kevan Lightbourn and family, Knights of the Round Table, East Side Running Club, St. Joseph Catholic Church family, Holy Spirit Church family, Cable Bahamas, Cable Bahamas
Technicians, The Staff of PMH. EMS, DaTamales, Bahamas Brace Place.
May His Soul Rest In Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Thursday (TODAY) 4th September 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 5th September 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for WILFRED ANDREW RAHMING (Taxi 840), 73
of Mermaid Blvd., Golden Gates, died at his residence on Friday 29th August 2025.
He is survived by his Daughters: Sharon (Devon) Thompson, Inga Rahming, Latoya Wallace (Darren Sr.) Marshall, Angela (Leonard) Ferguson, Allison Ferguson, Sharan (Timmy) Dean, Kendra Simmons & Shekera Saunders; Sons: Wilfred & Ricardo McPhee, Wilfred A. (Bethsheba) Rahming Jr., Teko, Omar & Jamar Rahming, Jason Seymour, Adrian & Jerard Miller and Cedric Rahming-Scarlett; Companion: Jennimae Collie; Grandchildren: Nadia McPhee Beneby, Krystal & Tianna McPhee, Linique Brennen, Ricardo Jr, Tyvonn & Jennifer P.G. McPhee, Andrea & Shaniah Rahming, Darcell & Michaela Rahming, Davis Douglas Jr., Marine Seaman Odrick Roberts Jr., Lucciano Pearce, Marine Recruit Tré Rahming, Jermico & Jayden Cooper, Teko II & Teka Rahming, Xavier & Zion Thompson, Kermit, Patrick & Ashley Ferguson, Alexis Anderson, Tevin, Tia & Tamara Wallace, Darren Marshall Jr. Kiaira & Kiaino Johnson, Anneliessia & Zora Rahming, Precious, Chanelle, Jaydeia, Jada, Jason Jr., Samuel, Jeremiah, Jayden, John, Justin, Phillip, & Deon Seymour, Adrian Jr., Adrianique, Adrion, A’Dria, Adrianno & Kaden Miller, Jerard Miller Jr. Genaire, Jerardo, Destiny, Sharard Shanaire, Jerrell, Aaliyah & Sharard Patrice Miller, Nargo, Jaleta, Cedric Jr., Omar and Omari Scarlett; Great Grandchildren: Ameliah Roberts, Mahkai McPhee, Wilshire, Malik, Maison, Malayah & Mateo Beneby, Sanjo Dean, Lindia Forbes, Marcianna Ferguson, Charitable & Lenique Bruce, Kaiya Earns, Tevin Wallace Jr., Roosevelt & Tiara Bazile & Desiree Miller; Sisters: Laura Williams & Loletha Gaitor; Brothers: Christopher & Basil Moss; Aunts: Rev. Alice (Benjamin) Ferguson; and a host of other relatives and friends
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date
Funeral Services for
LISA GENEVA GOMEZ, 55
of Sir Lynden Pindling Estates will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 6th September 2025 at Rock Sound Methodist Church, Rock Sound, Eleuthera. Officiating will be Rev’d. James Neely assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Rock Sound Public Cemetery, Rock Sound, Eleuthera.
Lisa left loving memories to be cherished by her Stepfather: Emerson Horton; Sisters: Donna Johnson and Subrenna Higgs; Brothers: James Gomez, John Gomez, Ernest Gomez and Andre Horton; Sisters-in-law: Christine Gomez, Simone Morgan-Gomez and Gillian Horton; Brother-in-law: Danny Higgs; Nieces: Alexis Johnson, Tre, Shanika, Adrianna and Breanna Gomez, Dolly Higgs, Monique Deveaux, Jenay Edness-Gomez and Keturah Babb-Higgs; Nephews: Danard, Nicholas and Brandon Higgs, Ashley Deveaux, Rashad Matthew Gomez; Great-nieces and Great-nephews: Chet Hanna Jr., Elijah, Anya, Euniyah, Malik and Kennedy Higgs, Asher Brown, Tse, Isaiah and J Gomez, Auryn and Aydin Deveaux, Henry Allen and Christavio Kemp; Family and Relatives: Ida Symonette and Eula Symonette, Felicia Jane Rolle, Antoinette Sands, Margarita Hill, Gertrude Saunders, Edrin, Archie, Sean, Elton and Juan Symonette, Marcia Seymour, Therese Nairn, Michael and Ampusam Symonette, Oswald Sands and family, Claudia Sands and family, Nettica Symonette and family, Linda Rolle and The Entire Symonette Family, Patrick and Jeanie Gomez, Linda Gomez, Jacqueline Gomez, Craig ‘Tony’ Gomez, Nickola Gomez-Dawkins, Natalie Pache, Jerome Gomez, Kennie Ritchie-Stewart, Kutz Ritchie, Calae Rolle, Monique Bethel, Tiffanny Pratt and Lisa Rolle, Hyacinth Stuart & family and The Entire Gomez Family; Numerous other relatives and friends: The Horton Family, Eleanor Leary and family, Pearline Rolle & family, Charles Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Cates, Merlease Bethel, Sheila Knowles, Brenda McCartney, Ann Moss, Nadine Adderley, Helena Mackey, Margo Dixon, Sheena Brown, Jennifer Rolle, Rochan Butler, Aaron Thompson, Pastor Practon & Valarie Patton, Pastor Derrick & Eugenia Feaste, Advilda Rolle, Julie Brown, Minister Sherry Smith, The Hall Family, The Cates Family, The Gibson Family, The Sands Family, The Johnson Family, The Culmer Family, The Knowles Family, The Pinder Family, The Maynard Family, The Carey Family, The communities of Rock Sound, Savannah Sound and Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera and other family and friends too numerous to mention.
May Her Soul Rest In Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Thursday (TODAY) 4th September 2025 from 12:00 noon. to 5:30 p.m. at the church in Rock
Sound, Eleuthera on Friday 5th September 2025 from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and on Saturday 6th September from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
JERRY JOHN MEADOWS, 78
of Oxford Drive, South Beach Estates will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday 6th September 2025 at Assembly Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Edmund Street, Dolphin Drive. Officiating will be Bro. Maxwell Dean. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road.
Left to mourn his passing but determined to carry on his legacy are his wife: Greta Meadows; sons: Kenyada and Kristin Meadows; Daughter: Jennis Meadows Adderley; Daughter-in-law: Ashley Darville Meadows; Granddaughter: Zahara Soleil Meadows; Sisters: Pearlene Adderley and Evangeline McDonald; Sisters-in-law: Maxine Clarke and Cynthia Melbourne; Nieces: Berthamae Gardiner and Family, Karen Colebrooke & family, Theresa Horton & family, Patricia Clarke & family, Judith & Mary Meadows & family, Gidget Lightbourne & family, Termara & Tia Clarke, Krisler Saunders Kumar & family; Nephews: Robert Gilbert & family, Peter Greenslade & family, Jimmy Thurston & family, Chris Mcdonald, Ephraim Meadows & family, Keith Moss & family, Kevin Moss & family, Glen Saunders; Other Relatives and Friends: Rosmarie Jah, Janel Brennen & family, Leonette Ferguson, Anthony Green & family, Stephen Johnson & family, Stephanie, Shelly & Minerva Johnson, Melvena Pratt & family, Geno & Kaylinda Knowles, Calvin & Sharon Thompson, Linda & Gary Knowles, Estelle Higgs Williams & Family, Maxwell & Helen Dean, Veronica Ferguson, Yvonne Williams & Family, Debbie King, Josephine Parker & family, Neil Parker & family, Shiela Major & family, Marrisa Santa-Marie, Donnalee Curry, Jackie Dorsette & family, Elease Beneby & family, Audrey Darling & family, Mavis Darling-Hill & family, Godfrey Darling & family, Teresa Lynch & family, William Major & family, Virgina Johnson & family, Faith Miller & family, Shinika Bell & family, Rashad Sturrup, Portia Curry & family, Peter Smith & family, Antoine (Lupy) King & family, South Beach Congregation, the entire family of Jehovah’s Witnesses, the entire staff at Memorial Manor - Fort Lauderdale, especially Mrs. Donnette Henry (Director of Patient’s Care), Helen (Occupational Therapy) Geneva (wound care), Laronda, Donna, Loraine, Sarah, Willie, Martha, Garline, and all (too many to name) who worked so hard to take exceptionally good care of Jerry. Also, Nurse Sands, Brittney Sturrup (Kelso Lab), Nurse Knowles, Bryanna and Dr. Crispin Gomez.
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 5th September 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the hall on Saturday 6th September 2025 from 1:00 p.m. until service time.
Funeral Service for
MOTHER MAXINE DAXON, 92
of Johnson Park Road and formerly of Andros, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday 5th September 2025 at Church of God of Prophecy, East Street Tabernacle, East Street North. Officiating will be Bishop Jeffrey Knowles and Pastor Darrell Ferguson assisted by Bishop Rudolph V. Bowe and Bishop Branson Gibson. Interment will follow in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery, Meeting Street.
Cherished memories remain in the hearts of her Son: Arrindale Bowleg; Stepsons: Jethro, Kermit & Berkley Daxon; Stepdaughters: Elizabeth Daxon, Judith Cartwright, Cherrylee Sands and Sheila Daxon; Daughtersin-Law: Cherry Nesbitt, Patsy Petty-Bowleg, Cheryl, Nellie, Jane, Alexstine, Kennise, Constance, Ronnie and Nettica Daxon; Grand children: Matina Nesbitt, Walter Nesbitt Jr.; Step Grandchildren: Kenneth and Kendal Forbes, Kenesine Pratt, Kenva Simeon and Kenninique Forbes, Natasha Bosfield, Robert and Michael Cartwright, Jatara Sands, Kishlene and Kelson Lightbourne, Shaneka Daxon, Sheena Daxon Smith, Clint, Noelle, Herbert, Jonathan and Jason Daxon, Nathaniel Cambridge and Shakera Sands, Jethro “Jay”, Jatera and Jethro Jr. Daxon, Latoya, Delvon, Kermit Daxon Jr., Kermit Isaac and Kemari Daxon, Berkley Daxon Jr., Berkesh, Jonathan and Shakara Daxon, Latrice and Latrika Daxon, Larry Clint Daxon III, George, Jermaine, Gerald, Gerrard, Gerrina Petty; Great Grandchildren: Mykel Mackey, Torenzo Williams, Kaya Williams, Tamal Curry, Walternique Nesbitt, Phylicia, Nathan, Gabrielle and Shakira, Delano Jr., David, Destiny, Diamond, Delano Jr., Kai, Gabrielle, Madison, Tajahnique, Robert Jr., Eden, Michael Jr., Kristen, Ashley, Miley, Tiara Sands, Andrea, Angel, Anwar, Adele, Kai, Kayden, Malik, Kai, Kendrick, Brittney, Everton, Destiny, Kassidy, Krystal, McKayla, McKaya, Clint Jr., Clineisha, Noelle Jr., Nathan, Jerone, Janee, Malikai, Makari, Melody, Nathaniel Jr., Nashon, Martineshio, Nashan, Kiara, Shania, Nathan, Leonardo & Natalia, Deval, Dylon, Jayton, J’niya, Kiara, Terriya, Terrell Jr., Jayden, J’quan, Javar, Trent, Blair, Delvin, Morgan, Madison, Donte, Lanique, Rakhai; Great Great Grandchild: Makai Pratt; Sisterin-law: Johnniemae Bain; Nieces: Jody (Mark) Joseph Sr., Jacqueline Bain, Patsy Amos, Janie Roberts; Nephews: Mark Bain, James Bain, Dodrick Bain; Grand Niece: Tonniesia Joseph; Grand Nephew: Mark Joseph Jr., Thomas and Paul Demeritte; Cousins: Thelma ShakespeareGreen & Family, Janice & Errol Grant & Family, Esmin Joy Shakespeare & Family, Frank Stuart & Family; Godchildren: Dorothy Shakespeare & Family, Dianna (Reynolds) Mahadeo & Family; and a host of other relatives friends: Lady Marguerite Pindling, Nadia Kelly, Dorcas Brown & Family, Annie Green & Family, Vanria Woodside & Family, Colebrook Family, Sonia (Leonard) Rowe & Family, Adrianna
(Jeffrey) & Family, Brian Hunter & Family, The Brown Family, The Outten Family, Livingston Cleare, Hepburn Family, Blanche Neely & Family, The Rolle Family, The Eneas Family, Dorothy Smith & Family, The Bain Family, Evangeline Cummings, Donna Lundy & Family, Arnadell Whylly & Family, Brenda Wilson & Family, Sis. Sandra Munroe, Henry, Clifford and David Daxon, Rachael Mackey, Naomi Bonaby, Ruth, Annette, Mary and Dockers Daxon, Don, Stephen, Lawrence, Herbert, Phillip, Robert, Kevin and Timothy Daxon, Barbara Ashby, Paulette, Patrice, Gloria Daxon, The Coakley Family, The Jones Family, The Missick Family, The Johnson Family, Pastor Ordette Wells-Simms, Rev. Jennifer Carey and the entire family of Holy Trinity A.M.E. Zion Church, Daxon’s Auto Electrical Family, The entire Yellow Elder Community, Bishop Rudolph & Veronica Bowe, Bishop Jeffrey & Nadine Knowles, Bishop Branson & Ashanta Gibson, Bro. Derrick & Sis. Rose Moss, Deacon Basil & Theresa Thompson & the Ernest Street Love Centre Family……And to you who we may have missed on paper, thank you for your love, support and understanding. You are special to us and forever in our hearts.
May Her Soul Rest In Peace!
Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Thursday (TODAY) 4th September 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 5th September 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for
LYDIA STUBBS, 62
of Southern Breeze off Golden Aisles Road, died at her residence on Wednesday 3rd September 2025.
She is survived by her daughter: Olivia Saunders; son: Garnet Saunders; granddaughter: Tazzia Saunders; sisters: Normalee Stubbs, Vara Roberts and Thomacina Stubbs; and a host of other relatives and friends
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date
Funeral Service For
Almada Maria Stubb, 70
of Inagua, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, 11:00am at Christ the King Anglican Church, Ridgeland Park West. Offciating will be Father James Palacious and Pastor Graham McKinney and other ministers of the Clergy. Cremation will follow.
She was predeceased by her daughter: Ericka Stubbs.
Left to grieve are her children: Rodney Darville, Alruda Charlton, Shawana McDonald, Victoria Darville & Maria Curtis; son-in-law: Trevor McDonald; daughterin-law: Christina Darville; grandchildren: Vencell Stubbs, Dashad, Rodney Jr., and Kenrod Darville, Nicolas & Bradston Fils-Aime, Delano & Nathan Coakley, Shandy Jr. & Emmanuel Dawkins, Eureka Bastian, Alseanda Johnson, Shandera & Amanda Dawkins, Rashaye DarvilleDuke, Rachel Grace Joseph, Sheria Coutney M. Newbold, Maddison Coakley; great grandchildren: Larry Burrows Jr., Shawn Moss Jr., James and Shanton Parcuis, Tyson Darville, Amaree Duke, Seantel Leah Faith Sands, Aleeyah and Amarah Duke; sibling: Clarence Arnette; nieces: Carnetta Glinton, Teresita Sweeting, Beverly Anderson, Joyce Ferguson, Ives Arnett, Sheila Sands, Marjorie Seymour, Sharlene Charlton, Carolyn Capron, Laura Stubbs, Marsha Moore, Elva Lindo, Jennifer Ingraham, Mary Whylly, Ulette Clarke, Portia Bain, Julia & Jacklyn Hanna; nephews: Stafford, Jeffery, Ricardo, Leroy Arnette, Ronald Ferguson & Leroy Williams, Rudolph & Leland Charlton, Nicolas Lindo, Earl Darville, John Bain, Keith Hanna II, Warren Aranah; cousins: Sandra Sears & Alma Davis, Luthera Forbes & Loretta Coleman; adopted children: Wince Martin, Katrina, Mark, Simeon, Taro and Shanell Darville; other relatives including: Shawn Moss, Shequille Newbold, James Parcuis, Latisha Smith, Princess & Glendina Joseph, Father James Palacious, Father Thomas, Seven Hills Community, Inagua Community, Cat Island Community, Seven Hills Church Of God Community, The Big Pond Community, Bishop Kendal Simmons, Pastor Graham McKinney,
Staff & Faculty Of Orange Creek Clinic, Dr. Budda of The Medi-Centre, and The Anglican Diocese (Cat Island).
Viewing will be held in the Celestial Suite on Friday at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited Robinson and Soldier Roads from 10:00am to 6:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:30 am until service time.
Death Notice For
Edward Brendan Lynch
a beloved family member and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Lyford Cay at the age of 89. Brendan was born in Ireland and resided in the Bahamas since 1968 when he joined McKinney Bancroft & Hughes.
Known for his quiet strength, warm humor, and unwavering passion for the game of golf, Brendan spent countless joyful hours on many of the world’s great courses, where he forged lifelong friendships. He will be remembered for his kindness decency and sense of bonhomie.
Brendan was an avid reader and a lover of literature and many who knew him will remember his impromptu recitations of his favorite verses.
Brendan is survived by his wife: Denison family members and many friends, who will carry forward the life lessons he taught with grace.
‘Out of the night that covers me, black as the pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be. For my unconquerable soul. I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul”
Invictus
May he rest in peace.
Linda Leona Carey, 70
of Greenway Drive, Golden Gates #2, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
She was pre-deceased by her parents; Hilda Delores and Timothy Bertram Carey; siblings: Victoria McCartney, Kendall and Gail Carey.
She is survived by her daughter: Chekera Deandra McDonald; adopted sons: Glen and Ryan McCartney; siblings: Faye, Norman, Rena, Timothy and Dewey Carey, Paulette Rahming, Mary Knowles and Yvonne Ingraham; grandchildren: Kevin II, Khari and Karsten McDonald; special friend: Dion Knowles and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices For
Anthony Benjamin Miller, 67
of Lily of the Valley Corner, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
He is survived by his daughter: Antia MillerHanna; father: Albert Miller; son-in-law: Owen Hanna; grandchildren: Richard Miller and Owen Hanna; and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Daran David Neely Sr., 37
of Avocado Street, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, August 25, 2025.
He is survived by his parents: Carolyn McPheeNeely and Anthony Neely; grandmother: Olive Neely; son: Daran Neely Jr.; daughter: Demi Neely; brother: Anthony Neely; adopted son: Steve Smith; adopted sisters: Anthneya Neely and Anya Smith; aunts, uncles and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Shedrick Godfrey McPhee, 62
affectionately called “Shedy”
of Court Street off Prince Charles Drive, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, August 25, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Jacqueline R. McPhee; daughter: Attorney Shéquel R. McPhee; son: Shedrick R. McPhee Jr.; father: Mervin S. McPhee of Vero Beach, Florida; sisters: Euthalie Rahming, Minerva Forbes, Emily Morley, Reverend Linda Colebrooke, Sandra McPhee, Retired Nurse Sabrina Hepburn and Nurse Pettiann Demeritte; brothers: Vincent Andrews, Reginald McPhee, Kendal McPhee, Lavardo McPhee and Adrian McPhee and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices For
Samuel George Butler, 61
affectionately called “Uncle Sammy”
of Flamingo Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Joan Juliette ScavellaButler; mother: Elva Miller; sons: Samson and Bronson Butler; daughter: Bianca Butler; step daughter: Sara Keva Johnson; sisters: Delerese Butler and Raquel Rodgers; brothers: Dave, George, Ricardo and Paul; grandchildren: Samson Jr., Lydia, Bernardo, Omar, Omari and Omere and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Sherylann Marie Burrows-Bodie, 57
of Third Street, Coconut Grove, New Providence, Bahamas died at Doctors Hospital on Tuesday, August 19th, 2025.
She is survived by her husband: Anthony Bodie; sons: Brady Glass Jr. and Keeshad Glass; daughter: Shaneeshiann Burrows; daughter-in-law: Willamae Glass; son-in-law: Trevor Knowles; grandsons: Lindon Wallace and Kee’Sean Glass; grand dogs: Teddy, Samson and Chippy Glass; sisters: Sherene Burrows, Sherece Thompson, and Sheketra Johnson; brothers: Steven and Sean Burrows; sisters-in-law: Sherilyn Bodie-Forbes, Michie Bodie, Yersamine Bodie, Shemean Bodie-Neily, Nethree Bodie-Peterson and Janet Bodie; brothers-in-law: Claude Thompson, Dion Johnson Sr., Jefferson Bodie, Kennedy Bodie, and Irvin Bodie Jr., and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Geraldine Johnson, 83
of Orchid Close, Sea Breeze Lane, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, Bahamas died in Exuma, Bahamas on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
She is survived by her son: Toriano Johnson; daughters: Akera Simms, Chapella Rolle, Kenva Cooper and Petra Feaster; siblings: Livingston Brown, Veronica Mackey and Hilton Brown; grandchildren: Raymond, Tevin, Tori Johnson and Toriano Johnson Jr., Phillisha Marshall and Mathew Simms; great grandchildren: Caleb Armbrister and Tevin Johnson Jr and a host of family and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Death Notices For
Elizabeth Brown, 60
of Fernander Close, Adastra Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at her residence on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
She is survived by her husband: Anthony Brown; mother: Olena Meadows; siblings: Ephrem, Wilfred and Winifred Meadows, Clinton Fernander and Pearlene Dames; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
of Yamacraw Hill Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, August 25, 2025.
He was predeceased by his parents: Michael Robert Johnson and Deborah Armbrister Johnson.
He is survived by his partner: Latoya Deveaux; son: Takeyo Poitier; daughters: Shantice Johnson and Amiyah Wallace; siblings: Phillipa, Lateisha, Janice, Michella and Michaela Johnson, Thurman Knowles, Tavares Thompson, Keno Bethel and Lil Keno; grandchildren: Basinae Sears and Braeden Bastian and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Michael Johnson, 46
Funeral Service For
Mr. Stephen Lemond Gordon Sr., 76 affectionately called “Tuko Mansa Musa”
of #8 Beacon’s Field Place, Yeoman’s Wood, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 6th, 202, 10:00 a.m. at Jubilee Cathedral, Cathedral Boulevard, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Offciating will be Bishop Godfrey R. Williams assisted by Pastor Laquez Williams. Interment will follow at the Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Izona Humes and Arthur Gordon; son: Daslyn Gordon; daughter: Shosharona Charlton.
Precious memories will linger in the hearts of his loving and devoted wife: Merilyn Gordon; daughters: Thimiska Gordon and Tekira GordonProcaccini; son: Stephen Gordon Jr.; step dughters: Thiminko Musgrove, Tonica Simmons and Anthonece Wilmott; step son: Don Johnson; daughterin-law: Angelica Johnson; son-in-law: Todd Procaccini; grandchildren: Trevon Marche, Micah Gordon, Eli and Emmanuel Procaccini, Anthworn McCullough, Na’Shon Smith, La’Dante and Eden Wright, Tania, Aaliyah and Tyra Wilmott, Jeffrey and Samara Simmons, Alannah, Dominic and Alayna Johnson; great grandchildren: Quincy, Nazaria and De’Arri Wright, Quiniyah Cooper; uncle: Luther Humes; cousins: Caleb (Rev), Joshua, Aaron, Moses, Robert and Zipporah Wilson, Gloria Gordon-Jennings, Lloyd Gordon, Charlton, James, Karen, Petrona, Garrison, Anthony Nottage, Edward Poitier, Lucetta Johnson, Rosheba Hepburn, and Tony Dames; nieces: Brunette Rolle, Verdine Martin and Maria Saunders; nephews: Cordell Rolle Jr. and Avery Rolle; grandnieces: Shanara, Kenisha and Zavia Rolle; grandnephew: Leroy Jr.; godmother: Shelia Gordon; godchild: Charnado Jennings; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Isiah Gordon †, Florene PoitierBain, Emory Poitier and family, Tanya Poitier and family, Latoya, Keisha and Naomi Gordon, Heslyn Fernander and family, Marquita Whymns, Zena Wilson, Berlinda Wilson, Jason Wilson, Clarence and Cynthia Musgrove, Kayla Musgrove, Kadesha Hanna and family, Perry and Crystal Arthur, Giah Nottage-Rigby, Ashra Nottage-McCardy, Brion Roxbury, Cleon Newton, Brad
Roberts, Carlan Saunders, Wendall Hield, Rev. Harrison and Rev. Dianna Butler, Orthnell Dames, Ervin Missick, Vaughan Cartwright, Raymond Albury, Brian Roxbury, Jensen Farquaharson, Daniel Kemp, Thomas Grant, Ken Saunders, Trevor Sawyer, Bishop Godfrey Williams, Rev. Brian Sands, Rev. Steve Dean, Rev. Anthony Campbell, Bishop and Mrs. Newchurch, Archdeacon Mark Lindsay Fox and family, Pastor Leonard Johnson, Rev. Sobig Kemp, Honorable Michael Pintard, Derek and Andrea Carroll, Carolyn Fox and family, Edward and Zelvin Fox and family, Leonard and Cheryl Major and family, Parnell Wright and family, Michael Johnson and family, Michael Moss, Daniel Robinson, Thomas Grant, Philip Kemp, Leroy Bell, Gilroy King, Men’s at Ministry Jubilee Cathedral, Mr. and Mrs. Forbes, Ivarene Missick and family, Major-Fox families, Lindsay Family, YMCA Friends, Neighbors at Beaconsfeld Place; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention; special Thanks to: G.B. Power Retirees, Family members and friends that visited in the hospital and home, Jubilee Women’s Ministry, Girl’s Brigade Companies, Dr. Terell Humes, Dr. Devaughn Curling, Dr. Greggory Pinto, Dr. Eric Brown, Doctors and Nurses at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Nurse Major and team at Princess Margaret Hospital, Attorney Paul WallaceWhitfeld and David Thompson.
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. at the Church on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice For
Stephanie Ingrid Isabelle Hield, 69
of Treasure Cay, Abaco, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, August 30, 2025.
She is survived by her husband: Orthnell Hield; sons: Pernell and Kimali; daughters: Kimberly and Kimiko; siblings: Christopher, Constance, Wayne, Patricia, Antoinette, Brendan, Cecil Jr. and Sheldon; grandchildren: Jerai, Anheli, Kai, Kymani, Reign, Kymari and Kimoni and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being fnalized and will be announced at a later date.
Memorial Service For Death Notice For
Mrs. Olivia Teresa Mackey, 85
of # 214 Erickson Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, September 6th, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at Central Church of God, Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Offciating will be Bishop Steve Dean.
Cherished memories of her life will live on in the hearts of her children: Arlene, Joyce Ann, and Theodore Mackey; 2 daughters-in-law: Dr. Loretta Mackey and Jennifer Mackey; 12 grandchildren: Tori Bartlette, Theodore Jr. (Ruthermae) Mackey, Keva (Prince) Mchellon, Tamika (Garet) Mullings, Sidell Ingraham, Tara Mackey, Davanna Mackey, Janae Culmer, Seberon III, David Angelo, Jabez and Davonn Mackey; 13 great grandchildren; 2 sisters: Clotilda Saunders and Elizabeth Slack and a host of other relatives and friends.
You may sign a “Book of Condolences” 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 9:30 a.m. until service time.
Mr. Elkino “Kino” Miller, 49
of #43 Gambier Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died on Thursday, September 12th, 2024.
A Legacy to Remember. Elkino leaves behind, his children, parents, siblings and other family and countless friends and loved ones who will forever carry his memory children: Ellema, Elkilo, Ellexia Miller, and Italia Cooper; adopted son: Ricardo Rolle; grandchildren: Aniyah Rolle, Nevaeh, Ethan, Ellema, Nathan and Elkino Miller and Elijah Miller; mother: Shevamae Morley; step father: Berkley Morley; father: Ednal Miller; sisters: Tieasher (Dante Peterson), Berquel, Brittany and Branee’ Morley, Michelle Miller, Tonya and Vanna Miller and Kikidee Romer John; brothers: Elliott Thompson, Jamal Miller, Eddie Miller and Johnathan Miller; adopted brother: Kyaes Miller; nieces: Marquez Thompson, Noelani Peterson, Brielle Bethel, Nevaeh Williams, Kaylee Miller, Kristen Cash and Christina Small; nephews: Larado and Landon Thompson, Noah Peterson, Tamir Oliver, Elliott Thompson Jr. and Kayden Miller; aunts: Violet Stuart, Beverley (Rodney Barnett), Alice Miller, Ivalean Hall, Madeline Simmons, Loretta Miller, Polleymae Miller, Magrey Smith, Lenora Gilbert, Lerlean Sturrup, Madiemae Simmons and Marilyn Fowler; uncles: Rodney Miller, Dr. N.A. Simmons, Dan Simmons, Berkley Simmons and Pedro Simmons; cousins: Tazwell Stuart, Jason Stuart, Catina Staurt Kelley, Delarese Stuart, Anishecha Morgan, Asanette (Vaughn Cartwright), Kenesha (Bernard Dure), Raquel Riley, Olive (Cleveland Joseph), Rashad Barnett, Rodney Jr. (Rarija Barnett), Rodney Miller Jr., Renaldo Miller, Darius Miller, Dennis (Shenique Cunningham, Charika Miller, Kelleye Harey Cunningham, Felicia Russell, Phaedra Fitzgerald, Viola Richardson (Kevin), Marilyn Thompson (Wayde, Sharon Coakley-Williams, Wendal Knowles (Jane), Gregory Knowles (Christine), Giovanni Davis, Devannte Scavella, Gilbert Hanna Jr., Johnathan Joseph, Jaylin Joseph, Cogan Newbold Jr., Garvin Stubbs Jr., Vaughan Cartwright Jr., Aaliyah (Genaro Rolle) Alexi Cartwright, Nathan Morgan, Kenneth Miller, Bernadette Brown, and Lauretta Pratt; special friend: Rakeisha Rolle and a host of other Relatives and Friends: Franklyn Thompson and family, Tanya Mallory, Thelma Shakesphere and family, Eloise Gibson and family, Jan Turnquest, Shavonn Washington Bland, Ruth Dean, Donna McDonald and family, Cherry Malone and family, Edwin Strachan, Curly Rahming and family, Shantell Butler and family, Denton Kemp, Candy Rolle and family, Deon Brown, Sherel Roker and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
Funeral Service For Grace Andrea Johnson Darling, 68
a resident of Constitution Drive, New Providence, Bahamas who died at Doctor’s Hospital on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 5th, 2025 at St. Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou Hill Road, New Providence. Archdeacon Keith N. Cartwright assisted by Reverend Angela Palacious, Rev. Fr. Howard L.L. Bethel and Deacon Lamarr M. Nottage will offciate. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone Road, New Providence.
Grace was predeceased by her beloved parents: Leon and Nellie Johnson.
Left to cherish her memories are her husband: Japheth Darling; beloved children: Vashti Darling-Darville, Simone Darling; sonin-law: Dramon Darville; sisters: Marion (Franklin) Carter, Muriet (Clyde) Seymour, Gaye Huyler, brother: Samuel Johnson; sistersin-law: Ivy Knowles, Annie Smith; brother-in-law: James Darling, aunts: Gloria (Edmund) Strachan, Florence Neely; nieces: Deneika Carter, Ambrosine (Bentley) Higgs, Anastarcia (Carlos) Palacious, Crystal (Enrico) Bethel, Ebony (Shadrian) Rolle; nephews: Delano, David and Darren Carter, Hilary Huyler II; grandchildren: Adam Darville; grandnieces: Enrica, Leah-London and Capri Bethel, Ellayana Rolle, Cairo Palacious, Eden-Rose Higgs; grandnephews: Keshon Carter, Chosen Palacious; cousins: Eugenie Lily of Corpus Christi Texas, Brenda Matthews of New Orleans, Louisiana, Alberta (Dewitt) Edgecombe, Jennifer (Nelson) Bastian, Melrose (Rev. Cedric) Albury, Ocelia Stuart, Linda Neely, Faye (Brister) Johnson, Nicoya Neilly, Gerald (Camille), Jack (Carolyn), Gregory (Yvette),
Emmett (Bridgette), Bishop Simeon (Lyn) Stuart, Tyrone Matthews, Jeffrey Lawrence of New Orleans, Larry and Greg Lawrence of New York, Garth Strachan, Glen and Valentino Neely, Duane Neely of Ft. Lauderdale FL, Vincent Neilly, Freddie Johnson, Latonya (Danny) Wade, Tateka McCollough of Ft. Lauderdale FL, Shameka Cotton of Raleigh North Carolina, Nadia and Melissa, Alexis, Ebony, Tabitha and Delecia Stuart, Lashondra (Elliott) Albury, Embri (Brian) Kamau, Malia Williams, Lynae (Alex) Thompson, Amanda (Khino) Ferguson, Bria Johnson, Nia Cooper, Tanya Knowles, Carolee-Winters-Ballard of Chicago, Linda Johnson, Tasha Arthur, Ena Cameus, Jackie Adderley, Ann Balfour and siblings, Marionette Wilson, Gerald Stuart Jr., Andy J. Johnson, Andre Edgecombe, Kyle Neely, Evan, Berchinald and Sean Gibson, Romel and Ian Winters, Howard Knowles, Anthony, Troy, Trevor, Ken and Chester Johnson, Jackie, Kim and Alexis Knowles, Gia (Austin) Walker, Dr. Ann (Jason) Gilchrist of Greenville South Carolina, Mildred (Archdeacon Mark) Fox, Maryanne Nottage, Sherman and Keith Moss, Sean Moss, Willimae and Lily Albury, Judy Watkins, Debra Deal, Jeanie Ash, Eardley (Tasha) Barry, Robert (Lynette) Barry, Hugo Barry, Zoe, Clifford II, Tony, Stevie, Shannon, Bernadette and Claudette Galanis, Tony, Gordon, Ambrose, Wade, Judy and Michelle Higgs, Mike and George Neely, Kelia, Abbigayle, Karen and Tony Marshall, Cherita & Karlen Symonett, Darnell Miller & The Brown Family; godchildren: Raquel Albury, Bradley-Wayne Armbrister, Christopher Cooper; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Frankie Lane of Greensboro North Carolina, Nicole Bowe, The Darling family, Dolly, Ava, Bianca and Bradley-Wayne Armbrister, Valerie Thompson, Dorothy and Jan Johnson, Iona Neely of Sacramento, California, Greta McCollough of Ft. Lauderdale FL., Gwendolyn McDiggin, Gail Newbold, Matthew, Mary, Michael and Ted Sweeting, Madlyn, Harry and Eugene Kelly, Heinz Dorsette, Edith Young, Cheryl Darceuil, Sterling Thompson, Harrison and Ken Lockhart and families, The Pedican family, Judy (Locksley) Cartwright & family, Patricia Berry & family, Jennifer Smith & family, Tanya Astwood & family, Laverne Moxey, Rex and Edna Neely, Father James and Reverend Angela Palacious, Leila Armbrister, Angela Simmons, Miriam Knowles & family, Chenere Nixon, Mitesha Nottage-Smith, Terez Nairn-Knowles, Kayshan Wilkinson-Saunders, Aries Johnson, Amber Johnson, Dr. Juana Rodgers, St. Anne’s class of 1973, the staff of the Water & Sewerage Corporation and the entire community of The Bluff Eleuthera. A special thank you to the physicians and staff of Doctors Hospital Health System.
There will be NO VIEWING
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to
Funeral Service For Brice Leonard Barry, 81 affectionately called “Biggerty Black Brice Barry” “Handsome”
a resident of Barrack’s Street, Harbour Island, Eleuthera, Bahamas, who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, August 9th, 2025 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at Lighthouse Church of God, Harbour Island. Bishop Anthony Dean assisted by Bishop Samuel Moon Higgs will offciate. Interment will follow in St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Harbour Island.
Left to cherish his memories are his children: Rochelle Barry, Pam (Rocky) Cleare, Shantell and Recko Barry; eleven grandchildren: Shamarco, Carlos, Stephon, Xavier, Danute, Shamury, Amarion. Shantelay, Shalay, Donica and Briana; four great grandchildren: Royalty, Shamay, Anajyi and Thaddeus; sisters: Rena Lewis, Maria Barry, Cathy (Delvin), Cephas, Carolyn Tait, Valderis Barry, Sabrina Cooper, Margaret Barry, Charlene Kelly, Dianna Rolle, Florence Barry, Judy Riley, Margo Jarrette Matzie Hilton; brothers: Mickey (Kathy) Dave, Tommie (Tina), Franklyn, James “Quick”, Eugene, “Saturday”, Kenneth and Terry Barry”; aunts: Doreen Albury, Ann Buck, Brinda Higgs and Lenora Sawyer; uncles: Ralph, Brian and Oswald Sawyer; numerous nieces, nephews,
grand-nieces, grand-nephews cousins and godchildren; other relatives and friends include: The Cartwright family, the Sawyer family, the Brown family, the Cash family, the Cleare family, the Higgs family, the Major family, Aranha family, the Albury family the Mather family, the Percentie family, the Saunders family, the Roberts family, the Barry, the Lewis family, the Hudson family, the Thompson family, the Barr family, the Sweeting family, the the Goodman family the Wells familiy, the Imlach family, the Young family, the Braynnen family the Ward family, the Neely family the Bluff and Lower Bogue Church families, Dr. Bethel, Nurse Thompson, Harbour Island Community Clinic, staff and members of the P.L.P. family, the entire community of Harbour Island, Eleuthera.
Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at the Church in Harbour Island on Friday from 6:00 p.m. to service time on Saturday.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME.
Death Notice For Ivy Warfeld Wallace, 85
a resident of Quarry Mission Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital Monday, August 25th, 2025
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and, will be announced at a later date.
