Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Last Rites For Donald Nathaniel Munnings, 37 of Jacaranda Street, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at Greater Bethel Cathedral, Faithway off Blue Hill south, New Providence at 11:00am. Officiating will be Pastor Bruce C. Davis assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence. He was predeceased by his father-in-law: Nelson Hanna (Coreen Hanna). Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Janene Synteche Munnings; parents: Donald and Linda Munnings; mother-in-law: Janet Duncanson-Alexandrea (Justin Alexandrea); 2 daughters: Dhanae Jazmyn & Faith Dhiajah Munnings; 1 son: Donald Jhanario Nathan Munnings; sisters: Lakesha and Lakerria Munnings; sisters-in-law: Janelsa & Sha’Nyha Hanna, Lauriel Colebrooke, Shamika Taylor & Jennika Lee (Michael Lee), Melchi Bain, Yvonne (Metland) Campbell, Valerine (Ernest) Winters, Brenda Sawyer, Karen Francis, Olive Mackey, Cheer Ann Knowles, Rossana Poorman (Anthony), Johann Mare (Jonot), Paula Mae (James) Cooper, Criscoloa (Simon) Johnson, Charmine (John) James, Cyrina Newburgh, Rosemary Smith, Paulette Smith, Gloris (Sonny) Belizaren, Heddimae (Albert) Between, Florence (Gary) Gibson, Daniel (Carolyn) Robinson, Reginald (Darlene) Robinson, Carvin Frances, Wendell (Alice) Francis, Sterling Francis, Jeffrey (Dairy) Hutcherson, Philiph (Beverly) Robinson, Richie (Alsanda) Newchurch, Samuel (Mariam) Newchurch, Nathan (Charlotte) Newchurch, Abraham Newchurch, Anselm (Santina) Cheao, Joseph (Patrice) Smith; special friend group: Toriano, Andy, Shayne, Clinton, McVaugh, Prescott, Khiheil, Kennedy, Trawon, Karrington, Lindsey, Mandela, Mario, Sterling, Jermaine Elvardo, Nathan, T’shura, Valentino, Levanti, Alfred, Jason; and a host of other relatives & friends including: Eustace Duncanson & Family, Prescott Cooper, Andreca Richardson & Family, Cheryl Sands & Family, Mable Hanna & Family, Manerva Culmer, Pastor Bruce & Sheniqua Davis, Kayon Bailey & Family, Cavansa Dorsett & Family, Elaine Thompson, Clinton Brown & Family, John Mazuir, Tasha Whitney, Ethan Bethell, Nardo Nottage, Curtis Moss & Family, Rashad Ingraham, EllieTia Hepburn & Family, Kayle LaRoda, Latoya Garland, Meldor, Kristen Burrows, Latoya Mackey, Cyntiche Wallace, Monique Simmons & Family, The Mortimer Family, New Birth Church Family, the entire staff of Bahamas Airport Authority, the entire staff of Exclusive Clearance Imports, Atlantis Family, the entire C.V. Bethel ‘06 Class, PMH ICU Ward Staff, The Honorable Myles LaRoda & the entire Pinewood Constituency, The Honorable Keith Bell, The Family Gardens Community, The Honorable Arinthia Komolafe, Peggy Smith & Family, William Nottage, Mavis Cartwright & Family, Sharon Brown & Family, Susan Smith & Family, Whitmore Fowler & Family, Johnathan Smith & Family, Ginger Knowles & Family, Debrah Major & Family, Anamae Neymour & Family, Jackie Fox & Family, Sharon Capron & Family, Shawn Smith & Family, Brithlee Miller & Family, Taylor Family. The body will repose at Curtis Memorial 5th Street and Robinson Road, New Providence on Friday, October 2nd, 2026 from 9:00am to 5:00pm and at the church from 9:00am until service time.
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Last Rites For Marshall Jr., Christopher “Mud” Rolle, Bishop Jamal & Nadia Barr and Ruth Ellenor Robins, 83 Family, Family of United Church of God, Venencha Rolle, Antoinette of Bailey Town, Bimini, Bahamas, will be held at United Church of God, Bimini at 11:00am on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026. Officiating is Bishop R. Jamal Barr assisted by other minister of the gospel. Left to cherish her memories are her children: Lorrick (Elodie) Roberts, Freeman Robins, Amelia-Maude (Ricardo) Bullard and William Butler; adopted children: Justin & Evenide (Justin Jr., Damian and Aaryanah), Cassandra Robins (Georgette & George), Jayeden Saunders, Merlin Saunders and Marcel Levarity; grandchildren: Orlando Wright-Robins (Dominic), Pharez, Tajae & Alphonso(Tashawn), Ricardo Jr., Rickia, Noah, Gimarzio (Gimarzio Jr.), Jarell (Jeremiel), Lorrell (Advardo Jr.), Alverez, Alexander (Alani & Lyla), Brandon & Edricka, Nakoya (Steffan & Heaven), Jevan, Nakoya, Tianne, Nayvarro, Bryanna, Dorissa, Wynter, Vernal and Herman; siblings: Claudette (Lionel) Rolle, Charles “Softly” (Driskel) Robins, Susie Robins, Naaman Davis; adopted siblings and their families: Aremena Knowles (Best Friend) Zack & Carol Smith & family, Preston & Gayle Smith & family, Carolyn Newbold & family, Marguerita Smith & family, Elizabeth Roberts & family, David (Charmaine) Wallace & family, Saralee (Manny) Thomas, Charles Rolle and family, Joyce, Larry (Eloise), Patricia, Hubert (Orchid), Jennifer, Rubyann and Sylvester (Tina) Russell and their families, Lorna (Lorneska) Rolle, Jane Rolle; nieces and nephew: Meressa & Ken (Asha & Melleah), Montez (Jay), Cowell (Jarade; Kadayah, Marva, Jermaine), Naria (Nikkito and Jasmine, Ka-le, Narai, Deante, Monte, Alyeda, Amancia)Shandy & Doyle (Philip & Danielle, Lashika & Terry, Doyle Jr. & Sierra, Doyvondria), Gwen & Johnny (Sinta & Autry, Jamoga, Vernice’s, Georgia, Jonae), Pastor Shawn& Jackie (Shawn Jr., Leslie, Vashon, Joshua, Evelina, Whitney), Marvin & Diana (Marven III, Marven IV, Andrew, Azaiyah, Markhena, Markell, Elizabeth, Marlaya, Isaiah), Catina & Robins (Athina & Robyn), Patrenda (Adeva, Derek, Dericka), Jade (Jade Jr. & Tatyanna), Hyram (Amaya, Dianthi, Isaiah, Destiny, Thershera, Hyram Jr., Basil), Amadine (Delviechio), Mendel & Nadia (Amber, Mendella, Mendezha, Rashawn), Pastor Trevor & Joan (Courtney & Tribeca, Cavanah & Ivy, Deeborah & Christopher, Gabriel & Denard) Quasette & Tino (Nik’Quann, Quaran, Dyamond, Gabriel), Facita, Tracie, Charlis (Keitho), Charles IV (Charles V & Ashtyn). Ayanna, Aida (Clifford, Naomi, Daniel (Royalty) & Patricia) Shaland & Donald, Demetri, Joy (Marvette and Darron, Latravia & Troy, Trevor, Grace & Mercy), Carlos & Calesha (Jakaya, Cymaya, Carlos Jr.) Christopher, Christon & Theresa, Sharell (Raheem, Amyah & Jahreah) Stephanie (Barry) Sawyer, Tony (Sharri) Saunders, Gloria (Reginal) Barnett; god children: Pastor Kellin Russell Jr., Peter “Peter Runks” Saunders, Nekia and Angel, Nikita and Marquel Johnson, Garcio
Rolle, Bishop Benjamin & Jennifer Rolle and Family, Carolyn Rolle, Andrea Rolle, Theora Duncombe Elmetha Rolle, Natalee Thompson & Family, Deco Drive Crew, Patrica & Oriel Rolle, Nanette Bain and Family, Laurice Pinder, Barry Dames, Benson & Rene Robins, Ellison (Zina) Robins & Family, Ellsworth (Rene) Robins & Family, Dale Robins & Family, Melissa Pinder & Family, Marie Robins & Family, Lincoln & Angela Rolle, Bishop Edmond & Lineta Ellis, Juliette & Ashton Dottin, Beatrice Thompson and Family, Staff of Bimini Community Clinic, Mervin “Gulla” Saunders, Betty Jones, Judith Rolle, Ira Roker, Helen Bowleg, Marlena Frazier, Carlton Bowleg, Larry & Corrine Brown, Barry Dames, Pastor Christopher Saunders & Reveletion Knowledge Church of God, Pastor Teachlet & Patrice Pierre, Pastor Duversaint & Denise Petithomme & Transformation Diaspora Church of God Family, Audrey Russell & Family, Ruthmae Dames & Family, Charlis Ellis, Arlington & Sheena Rolle, Ludell & Melissa Ferguson, Memose & Sadrac Leconte, Rozelda & Melverne Flowers, Dania Davis, Hugh & Vernique Smith, Ephriam & Debbie Rolle, Garnell Pennerman, Randy & Dorashane Rolle, Gateway Outreach Ministry Family, David Sherman, Pastor Joel & Edris & Mt Zion Church family, Randy & Dorashne Rolle, Emily Levarity, Malachi and Julie Dean, Pamela Mills and Family, Denise Edden, Bendra Rolle and family, Apostle Gilbert and Yvette Rolle, Holy name Catholic Church, Abner Saunders, Mavis Saunders and Family, Corey Dean & The original CJs Deli Staff, Joe and Melonie Blanc, Navardo Saunders, Anita Hanna, Gloria Stuart and Family, the entire community of Bimini and other relatives and friends. Viewing at United Church of God, Bimini from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:00am until service time.
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Clarence Lerclaine Moxey, 54 of Moxey Town, Mangrove Cay, Andros, Bahamas died at the Princes Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, September 29th, 2026. He is survived by his mother: Isadora Moxey; daughters: Clarissa, Clarece, Breanna, Brittany Moxey; granddaughter: Tikvah Harris- Flippan; sister: Deborah A. Moxey Rolle; brothers: C. Brian, Gregory & Ralph Roston Moxey; and a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Last Rites For Franklyn Joseph Sturrup, 73 of Hero Road, Eastwood Estates, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at St Barnabas Anglican Church, Bailou Hill & Wulff Roads, New Providence at 10:00am. Officiating will be Fr. Roderick Bain. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kenedy Drive, New Providence. Left to cherish his memories are his faithful wife: Hermean Sturrup; son: Franklyn Sturrup Jr., Anfernee Rolle (adopted), Ramod Morley (adopted); daughters: Akira Culmer, Frankia Sturrup, Shakira Knowles, Tamara Davis, T’Shura Johnson, Tia Rolle; sons-in -law: Lionel Culmer & Wayde Rolle; grandchildren: Akeem & Loren Culmer, Jaceion Sturrup, Demi & Dreux Mills, Cassius Knowles Jr., (Chukera), Otaus Knowles, Kedar Henry, Nathan & Kyle Rolle; great grandchildren: Sakani Knowles, Zayvio Knowles; sisters: Mary Ferguson, Antoinette Hall, Pamela Major, Marsha Bullard; brothers-in-law: Sherlyn Hall, Kevin, Warren, Deryck (Mary), Dwayne (Brenda) and Vaughn Johnson Ken Major, Wilmore Bethel, Victor Bullard, Anthony Bain Sr.; sisters-in-law: Everlyn Sturrup, Coral Sturrup, Pastor Fanchon Braynen, Nursing Officer II Melanie Hall, Margo Wilson; aunts: Barbara Barnes, Ernestine Adderley, Clarice Bethel; uncles: Douglas Morley, Cyril Morley; nieces: Nekera Rahming, Sophia Smith, Charmaine Forbes, Shandy Smith, Shavonne Wilson, Angel Smith, Tamika Pratt, Demetria Bullard, Tammy Bullard, Maria Burrows, Nickara Miller, Kristian Greene, Gia Sturrup, Corisha Storr, Corel Sturrup, Coral Sturrup, Coretta Sturrup, Demara Sturrup, Terez Sturrup, Chantel Smith, Ashaki Bethel, Sharmareka & Kaneisha Davis, Derycka Johnson, Diamond & Denacia Johnson, Sydia Wilson, Warrenieque Johnson, Hermaine Johnson, Warrentisha Johnson, Hermanique Johnson, Tomekio Johnson, Destiny Johnson, Sharmeka Johnson, Shavette Johnson; nephews: Virgil Sturrup, Thomas, Solomon, Miguel & Alron Ferguson, Marcion Sturrup, Richard Sturrup Jr., Rashad Sturrup, Phillip Sturrup II, Justin Sturrup, Quinten Sturrup, Antonio Hall, Kent Major, Kenton Major, Demetrius Bullard, Lancelot Bullard, Anthony Bain Jr., Wilmore Bethel Jr., Abdul Johnson, Darius Johnson, Danae & Daniel Braynen, Mario & Devaughn Johnson, Dominique Wilson, Pastor Graylin Martin (Tanya), Warren Johnson Jr.; other relatives and friends; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins: The Morley & Sturrup family, Sean Adderley & family, Baron Adderley & family,
Peter Sturrup, Jeffery Sturrup, Dennis Sturrup, Creswell Sturrup, Lavenia Sturrup, Francis Sturrup, Yvonne Sturrup, Veronica Minnis, Yvonne Dames, Linda Munnings & family, Darron Sturrup, Keith Sturrup, Janet & Godfrey Darling & family, Ruben Cooper & family, Vernice Grant, Jenniffer Braynen & family, Bishop Helen McPhee & family, Devvone & Edwin Moxey of Freeport Grand Bahama, Denise Barnes, Latoya & Quinton Forbes, Melaine Griffin, Betty Bethel, Caron Moss, Celine Griffin, Randy Curtis & family, Uranda Curtis & family, Roy & Mel Davis & family, Sandra Smith of Melbourne Florida, Donna Bain of Abaco Bahamas, Leroy & Judy Maycock, Jermaine Sands & family, Delora Moncur, Helena Humes & family, Whitney Stubbs, Roosevelt Carey, Karen Lockhart, The Eastwood Property Owners Association, The Walking Retirees, Rev. Samuel Rolle, The Plumbing department of Ministry of Public Works, Nelson Symonette & family, Alexander Williams, Van Gaitor, Gary Johnson, Phillip & Sharlamae Stubbs, Wendy Nixon, Gladys Russell, Yorick & Cassandra Evans, Florence Knowles, Pastor Rickeno Moncur & The Revolution Church family, Chester Johnson, Bishop Gilbert Tompson, The Fantastic 8, Laura Taylor, Jill Smith, The Medical and Nursing Staff of Accident & Emergency, The Intensive Care Unit and Male Medical II of The Princess Margaret Hospital, Mr. Randolph Curtis & staff of Curtis Memorial Mortuary, numerous other friends & relatives. The body will repose at Curtis Memorial 5th Street and Robinson Road, New Providence on Friday, October 2nd, 2026 from 9:00am to 5:00pm and at the church from 9:00am until service time.
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Joseph Jones, 81 of Mangrove Cay, Andros, Bahamas died at his residence on Monday, September, 2026. He is survived by his son: James Jones; mother: Virginia Jones; sisters: Dellamae Jones, Theresa Burrows, Lizerene Jones and Paulamae Taylor; brothers: Wellington & Leonard Jones; aunts: Shirley Clarke, Anna Clarke-Rolle, Princess & Leanna Clarke; uncle: Pastor George Clarke of Mangrove Cay, Andros; grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Full Military Funeral Service for Petty Officer Glenroy Kendal Williams, 41 of Bricknock Subdivision, off Carmichael Road, will be held at Bible Truth Ministries, Martin’s Close, off Cowpen Road, on Friday, October 2nd, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Bishop Preston R. Collins, assisted by Rt. Hon. Apostle Delton D. Fernander and other Ministers of the Gospel will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Soldier Road. Left to cherish fond memories are, his Mother: Pandora Williams; Brothers: Kenris and Corey Williams; Sister: Aurley Deleveaux; Adopted daughter: Audreyanna Anderson; Grand daughter: Brianna Miller; Sisters-in-law: Marilyn, Nakeisha and Rochelle Deleveaux Williams; Nieces: Raylanda, Rayshanda, Rosaline, Kenrissa, Marissa, Corrin, Cori, Cailin Williams and Shontevia Deleveaux; Grandnieces: Jayda and Jayla Bethel; Nephews: Raymond Jr., Kenris Jr., Caden Williams, Devontae Deleveaux, Taneal, Jamaine and Jamaurie Emmanuel; Aunts: Clementina, Lightbourne, Mary Forbes, Martha Davis, Pastor Medleo Romer, Min. Sheila Black, Evangelist Jacklyn Penn, Eleanor Rose, Doreen Gibson, Ruth Russell, Lynette Rose, Esther, Judith, Paula Williams, Nishgo Collie and Charlene Ayotte; Grand Aunt: Carnetha Rahming; Uncles: Timothy, Kenneth, David, Andrew, Hosea Williams, Hercules, Lawrence Hanna, John Adderley, Kingsley Black, Sheldon Gibson and Jeffrey Forbes; Grand Uncle: Claygon Hanna; Special Friends: Robynique Rolle and Oriscia Clarke; Cousins: Mavis, Vernetha, Laura, Karen, Bernadette, Jeffrey Jr., Sharon, Ricardo, Natasha, Paul, Patrick Adderley RBDF, Franceta, Pauline, Curshena, Tanya, Charles, Angelo, Kingsley Jr., Travis, Pastor Kareem Black, Edison (Janesmia), Lashan, Jonathan, Laterio, Dwayne Rose, Joshua Penn, Keno, Isaac, Darlicia Emmanuel, Jamaal, Jeard Strachan, Marvin, Brad, Myrtle, Melissa, Alexis, Ishmael, Jerome, Barbara, Ingrid and Cinderella Williams, Sean, Dr. Italia Rolle, Stephen and Ruth Wilson, Brianna and Elva Lightbourne and family, Curtis and Angela Pride, Bernice, Bernard, Dameka, Hyson Johnson, Dion Mackey, Min. Malincha, Doreen, Emmanuel, Audrey, Lamond, Lawrence Jr., Lenore, Lorendo Hanna, Justin, Jonathan Williams, Sherika Lewis, Ulric Gibson, Eugenia Johnson, Wilfred Anderson and family, Min. Gregory Isaac, Granville Emmanuel, Jaycinto Rolle, Geneva Jones and family, Carlton Strachan and family, Esthermae Larrimore and family, Alissa Romer, Cardigan Forbes, Alfred Emmanuel, Michael Lightbourne, Nicolette Forbes, Jasmond, Rashad, Azasha Collie, Nadia, Arielle, Zachariah and Eleazar Ayotte. A host of other relatives and friends including: Pastor Rufus and Marcia Forbes, Bishop Leroy and Pastor Miriam Emmanuel, Pastor Garron Williamson and family, Caroline Hanna, Nicola Johnson, Miriam Emmanuel, Richard Cunningham Jr., Dawn Singh, Nicola Williams, Michelle and Clinton Rolle, Nurse Judy Ducatel, Elizabeth Emmanuel and family, Ethlyn Bain, Obrian Bain and family, Mable Hanna and family, Oniel and Yvette Williams, Jackie Rose, Brenda Demosthene, Tyrone and Diana Gilbert, Robert and Hazel Bullard, Ruth Ferguson and family, Marvin Campbell, John Bernard and family, Curtis Hanna Jr. and family, Jerome Forbes, Monica Brown and family, Monty Hanna and family, Anita Pratt and family, Naomi
Mackey, Gertrude Lightbourne and family, Glenda Miller and family, Marie Ferguson, Dianna, Manessa and Tina Forbes, Kenva, Katrina Rose, Trevor, DeAngelo Anderson, Joseph Emmanuel Sr., Charles Rose, David Fernander, Samantha Bain, Commodore of the RBDF Mr. Floyd Moxey, the Warrant Officers Group, his squad members and the entire Royal Bahamas Defense Force Team and the entire Island of Acklins, especially the community of Salina Point. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, #36 Rosetta Street, on Thursday, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and again on Friday at the Church, from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Alonza Alexander Holmes, 88 of Jack Fish Drive, off Carmichael Road, will be held at The Lutheran Church of Nassau, John F. Kennedy Drive, on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Rev’d. Samuel Boodle will officiate. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads. Left to cherish memories are his sisters: Elizabeth Fisher & Doranel King; Sons: Don Thompson & Joseph Moss (Stepson); Sister-in-law: Patty Moss Ethelia Haygood & Donneth Moss; Brother-in-law: Sidney Moss; Nephews: Darius Turnquest, Rapheal Holmes, Brent Saundas, Brian Saunders & Craig Saunders too numerous to mention individually; Nieces: Yvett Holmes & Jeanne Decosta, Alice Moss too numerous to mention individually; Great Grand Nephews: Makiko Holmes; Grand Nieces: Iman Holmes; Great Grand Nieces: Nishan, Yukari, & Khloe Joseph; Grandson: Dion Woodside Alishian Moss Patrick Moss & Edon Greene; Granddaughters: Shantell Moss Diana Woodside Taylor Thompson & Tamika Woodside; Great Grands: Dereck & Amos Woodside Ashantae Higgs Benjamin Williams Karissa Bullard Dion Woodside Jr., Dior Woodside, Deja Woodside & Kendra Woodside; Great Great Grands: Deontae Woodside & Ayden Woodside & Kai Williams. Other Relatives and friends including Wallace Family, The Miami Family New Jersey Family Moss Family, Holmes Family and Bowe Family Dexter Burrows and family, Princess Greene and Family Shatara Culmer and Family, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Special Thanks: Michelle & Ray Austin and family, Keith Bullard & family Sam William & family, Dr. Carter, Musicians Union president Frank Hanna and family Michelle Adderley & family, Lynn William & family, Edrinique Neinez & family, Marsha & Kenrick also The Jackfish Drive family, Quality Home Center, Bahamar Grand Hyatt, and The National Insurance Board family - Carmichael Road. 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 again on Saturday, at the Church, from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Services for Past Grand Worthy Matron Ley Doris Duncombe, 87 of Frielle Terrace, and formerly of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera, will be held at St. Anselm’s Catholic Church, Bernard Road, Fox Hill, on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Fr. Noël Clarke, assisted by Deacon Reverend Mr. Ricardo Demeritte will officiate. Interment will follow in the Church’s Cemetery. Left to cherish her memories are, her, Sons: Keith, Kevin (Earlean), Kent (Connie) and Kendal (Shantel) Cartwright; Daughters: Nicole (Jonathan) Richardson and Kimberley Cartwright; Grand children: J’shaun, Jordyn, Jaelyn-Paige Richardson, Kendra (Lennox) Brozozog, Kendal Jr., Khristyn Cartwright, Kendice Cartwright, Kentrell (Melvon) Miller, Jayden Cartwright, Neil (Kirsty), Casey (Erica) Cartwright, Lovette (D’shae) Wilson, Mistique Cartwright, Paige Hanna and Anthony Thompson (predeceased); Great Grandchildren: Rhanyi, Shania, Lennox Jr, Klee, Skai, Brielle, Madison, Ava, Yentel, Chino, Maddison, Amila, Caius, Aiyana and D’Shae Jr.; Great Great Grandson: Ty’hir Stubbs; Brother: Wellington (Samara) Albury; Nieces: Permanent Secretary Lisa Adderley, Monique, Jamie Albury, April (Keilen) Knowles, Shyvette Brennen, Kelly, Salomie, Leandra Albury, Ruth (Anthony) Pratt, Sandy Bethel, Annette Neely, Albertha Porter, Rosie (Brandan) Foulkes, Charmaine Williams, Laverne Sparks and Angelique Cartwright; Nephews: Samuel (Deloris) Bethel, Clyde (Lorna) Bethel, Wellington (Arlene), Jeremiah Albury, Eugene “Don” (Minette) and Dwanye “Jody” (Tonia) Cartwright; Grand nieces: Ashanti, Kennedy, Jewel, Samantha, Linda, Laurlee, Kristy, Ashley, Latisha, Margo, Leslie, Camille, Krystal, Shantell and Shequilla; Grand nephews: Dr Shae Adderley, Daalen, Keilen Jr., Kailis, Wellington Jr., Anthony, Jamal, Javon, Darron, Tamiko, Franco, Robert, Taurean, Leonardo and Christopher Jr.; Godchild: Nicole Gray. A host of relatives & friends including: Verdel Williams, Cecila Cooper & Family, Anatol Saunders, Rose Burton, Dawn Collie, Linda Demeritte, Patricia Deane, Letitia Ellis, Val Sturrup, Karen Knowles, Lulamae Greaves, Gloria Adderley, Jean Parks, Coral Young, Winefred Barnett, Dale Joseph, Kurt & Sierra Weekes & Family, Betty Young & Family, Berthamae Collie, Peter Duverlus, Veronica & Leslie Hutchinson & Family, Sharon, Anton, Rory, Denny, Craig Saunders & Family, Barry Wilmott & Family, Bertha Dean & Family, Heather Hunt & Family, Cynthia & Anatica Maynard & Family, Pealunn, Denise, Teran Richardson & Family, Shacaan & Shaderika Kemp & Family, Fr. Noël Clarke, Reverend Mr. Ricardo Demeritte, Shavonia Archer & Family, Gaye Knowles & Family, Hilly Smith & Family, Papa Chops & Family, The Harding Family, St. Anselm’s Ladies Auxiliary, St. Anselm’s Parish, Aquapure, The Breakfast Club, The Management & Staff of The Waisted Boutique, Management & Staff of Millies Island Buggies, St. Anselm’s Lectors Group, Martha Chapter No. 6 OES, PHA, Prince Hall Grand Chapter order of the Eastern Star, Prince Hall Grand Lodge; numerous relatives, family and friends too many to mention. The Family apologizes for any names we may have missed during this time of our bereavement.
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 again on Saturday at the Church, from 1:00 p.m. until service time.
Deliverance Oscar, 81 of Mason’s Addition, and formerly of Port-au-Paix, Haiti, will be held at East Street Gospel Chapel, East Street, on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Sterling Moss, assisted by Pastor Edmund Dorsett, Pastor Daniel Volmy, Pastor Bradley King. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, John F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone Road. Deliverance leaves behind a loving family who will forever treasure the memories of her life. That includes, her, Children: Michelle, Jeannette, and Amory Oscar; Annie George; and Elder Lubin; Grandchildren: Anfernee Edgecombe; Anternica and Aydenn Frandieu; Kennedy Kemp, Jesiah Hernandez, Gabby Laurent, Cibille Benjamin, Renaldo, Lenny, and Jeff Oscar, Brandle Saintiliar and Waldo Elisnor; great-grand children: Jamir Laurent, Milani Oscar, Joshua Nazareth, Wynter Elisnor, Waldo Elisnor Jr., J’lynn, and J’laiya Edgecombe; Nieces: Alice Oscar, Virgine, Brenna, Viegela Dugue, Philome Joseph, Claudia Pierre, Joaciana Telmour, Camilia, Anithe Oscar, Edline Jean-Baptiste, Nelly, Eliana, Elizabeth, Antionette, Elmita, and Alcina Oscar; Nephews: Calaxite Oscar, Beaucuis Dugue, Jean Robert, Richard, Jeffrey, Virgil, and Acide Oscar. She also leaves behind numerous grandnieces and grandnephews. Godchildren: Antonio Cherfere and Izmona McKenzie; Other relatives and friends: Francilia and Terra Augustine and family, Wilfred and Estenio Oscar and family, Trazilia Oscar, the Oscar family, Thomas Pettihomme and family, the Pettihomme family, the Predelus family, the Calixte family, the Souffrant family, the Thilme family, the Joseph family, Nathalie Williams and family, Nicola Arnette and family, Shandira Kemp and family, Charles St. Louis and family; Maggie Meris and family, Kenris Rolle and family, Tyrone Sawyer and family, Caldia Pierre-caretaker, Shelia Carey, Crystal Carey and family and the Prudent family, Tanya McKenzie and family, Janelle Morrison and family, Bridgette McQueen and family and Mediclaire Odonel and family. Special thanks to: The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to all the Pastors and members of East Street Gospel Chapel, Ian Graham, Building and Engineering Department, BioMed Department, Forsigth Security Firm, PMH softball team, Invaders Softball Team, Essie #29, the staff of Female Medical Ward Number One, Dr. Rameka Rolle and team, IFAMM Inc and Order of the Eastern Star, the neighbors and friends of Mason’s Addition, and the McCullough Corner family. The family lovingly apologize for any names that was not mention. Your prayers, kindness, love, support, and expressions of sympathy during this difficult time are deeply appreciated. May God richly bless each and every one of you. 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 again on Saturday at the Church, from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Service For
Tonique Gilot, 33
of Golden Isles Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, 11:00a.m. at Golden Gates Assembles World Outreach Ministries, Carmicheal Road, New Providence, Bahamas.Officiating will be Pastor Trent Davis assisted by Bishop Warren Miller. Interment will follow in Western Cemetery, Nassau Street, New Providence.
Wilbert Rolle and The Living Waters Church of God Family, Pastor Joseph Oliver and Family, Nelson Mackey and Family, Leroy Woodside and Family, Tasha Sands and Family, Pastor Warren Miller and Family, Annamae Woodside and Family, Harriette Martin Colebrooke and Family, Irma Colebrooke and Family, Alburn Oliver and Family, Fletcher Coleby and Family, Jennamae Woodside and Family, the entire Mastic Point community and a host of others family and friends too numerous to mention. The Family sincerely apologized for any names invertedly omitted or missed spelt.
Viewing will be held on Friday in The Rev. Dr. Stafford Newbold Legacey Suit, Palmetto Street and Acklins Street, New Providence from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m., and on Saturday She is survived by her loving and caring mother: Dorothy from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Martin; sister: Santasha Rolle, Josephine Martin, Tameka Barrat; brother: Lavardo Martin, William Baptist; nieces and nephews: Tamia Thomas, Skyedenae Munroe, Princess Martin, Joshua Martin, Dontae Rolle, Arlington Munroe, Death Notice For Tomari Thomas, Jaleel Martin; aunts and uncles: Stephaine Martin, Varnell Bowe, Benjamin (Emma) Martin, Pauline (Kevin) Munroe, Loralee Major, Shyuann, Eddie Floyd, Leon, Rufus (Majorie) Martin, Verneak and Brunell Martin, of Englerston, New Providence, Odia (Daron) Pennerman; cousins: Kishka (Deon) Walkine, Bahamas died at the Princess Anishka (David) Lewis, Kristen Rolle, Dondria Goodman, Margaret Hospital on Saturday, Rayne Bowe, Ronnette Major, Jessica (Terrell) Campbell, September 11, 2026. Santasha Roll, Josephine, Lavardo (Maggie) Martin, Crystal (Dunkin) Bowe, Jade (Leroy) McKenzie, William Baptiste, He was predeceased by his Jarrette Roberts, Nadia Rolle, Clydeana (Jerry) Ferguson, children: Joseph and Pearline Toniquea and Tameka Martin, Lendrix Martin, Marcus Rose, Wright. Curtis Martin, Anishkah Brown, Laron and Emmanuel Brown, Roshana, Rachal and RJ Martin, Ramal, Randall and Ramon He is survived by his grandchildren: Major, Darronnique, Jazznette and Britney Pennerman, Elise Joseph Joetesha and Joevardo and Lexy Martin, Coden, Iverson and Keanu Martin, Sade’ and Wright, Donell Lightbourne, DJ Walkine, Shania and Davian Lewis, Renae, Kataleya and Johnaya, Noel, Marlin Johnson Krishna Bowe, Torie, Terrell Jr., Tyler and Taraji Campbell, III, Cherelle Fowler, Lavardo Greene, Nikita Wright, Travis Dontae Rolle, Arlington and Skyedena Munroe, Joshua and Wright, Sherline, Ronda, Mantie Hanna, Devon Hanna, Jaleel Martin, Gabrielle Martin, Khalil and Carlyle Dean, Rayshell Whylly, Nurse Margo Fowler; great grandchild: Danae Bowe, Leroy, Kymari and Jarico McKenzie, Jabari and Tranika Williams; and numerous nieces and nephews and a Jazuri Roberts, Eli and Kaj Ferguson and Rashown Martin, host of other relatives and friends. Serenity Walkine; other relatives and friends including: Venus Martin and Family, Arimina Bain and Family, Joseph Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be Oliver and Family, Donald Fowler and Family, Bishop announced later.
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John Brown, 60
of Golden Gates, Sunshine Park, Moonshine Drive, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Greater Chippingham Church Of God, Rosebud Road, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 11:00am. Officiating will be Bishop Brian Rolle assisted by Rev. Alvino Saunders. Interment will follow in the Old Trail Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence. He was predeceased by his sisters: Merliece Dean; brother-in-law: Eris Moncur, Albert Stubbs, Walter Curtis; sister-in-law: Jacqueline Maitland. Left to cherish his memories are his son: Quinton Brown; sisters: Jacqueline Brown Stubbs & Jerome Stubbs Sr.; Petrona Lowe Pitter & Troy Pitter, Naydell Lowe; brothers: James Thurston, Charles Fawkes & Kenrica Fawkes; Reginald Seymour & Sinnika Seymour; sisters-in-law: Marina Stubbs, Eliza Hepburn-Belizaire, Betty Bell; brothers-in-law: Charles Dean; nieces & nephews: Marinique (Levio) Braynen, Frederick (Daisa) Rolle, Kenneth (Zaria) Dean, Eric (Christa) Dean, Sharon (Nathan) Hart, Alfred (Leisa) Stubbs, Alfonso Ferguson, Jakia (Antoine) Neely, Mario Newbold, Marvin Newbold, David Dean, Dave Dean, Jerome Stubbs Jr., Dainesha Newbold, Lucine Dean, Kenrica Lowe, Troy Pitter Jr., Samantha Dean, Deon Dean, Charles, Dean, Donnamae Dean, Reginald Seymour Jr., Regina Seymour, Rayshan Cartwright, Kenrico Fawkes, Tristan Fawkes, Charles Fawkes Jr., Bianca King, James, Jeremy, Rashad, Jimmy, Melissa, Tameka Thurston; nieces-in-law: Sabrina, Schikita, Sandra, Mary, Catherine, Monique, Janis, Jovette, Jennifer, Anishka; nephews-in-law: Lynden & Kevin, Eris Jr., Daiallio, Derek Bell Jr.; grand nieces & nephews: Lenique & Lemara Braynen, Douglas Taylor, Nigea Rolle, Davonya Dean, Chelsea Dean, Kaizen Dean, Nathan, Natalia, Natalie Hart, Daveigh Fox, Philip Gomez, Nicoya Wells, Brenae King, Alfred Jr., Alfrenae Stubbs, Renea & Alphonso Jr. Ferguson, Tavaughna, Tansiha, Tavaughn Butler, Daniel Newbold, Fredaja, Fredrica, Fredria & Fredrick Jr., Tracy Neymour, Kiano Thurston, Valentino Smith Jr., Antoine Neely Jr., Kenneth Jr., Kenton, Kadin, Malia, Kendia, Neveah Dean, Harper, Friya Dean, Jayquan, Shadanae Thurson; relatives & friends: Robert Newman, Elwood Rolle, Dwane Williamson, The Brown and Hepburn family from Gaitors, Cat Island, The Stubbs family, The Thurston family, The Gordon Family, The Newbold family, The Kerr family and the entire Cat Island Community, Melverne Pratt and family, Sherita Wilson and family, the Gaitors; friends: Robert Newman & family, Steven Braynen & family, Stephen Brown, Barry Dean & yron Dean, Denise, Barbara Lynn, Cynteach & Ethel Thompson & Garneisha Pinder & family, PRO T.V. Repair shop, Dairy Queen @Fun Treats Ltd. & staff, P.M.H. Male Medical Ward II, The New Golden Gates Medical Center, P.M.H. Trauma Unit, P.M.H. Observation Unit, the Bennetts Harbour community, the Golden Gates and Sunshine Park community and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may pay there last respects at the church (TODAY) Thursday, October 1, 2026 from 10:00am until service time.
Juvian Dwayne Chase, 33 a resident of #15 Pinedale, off Wulff Road, Nassau, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, September 12th, 2026. Service will be held at Pilgrim Baptist Church, St. James Road off Kemp Road, Nassau, Bahamas on Saturday 03rd October, 2026 at 11a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Leroy Major; Senior Pastor, assisted by Pastor Kendrick Curtis. CREMATION WILL FOLLOW. Left to cherish his memories is his, Father: Julian Chase; Step mother: Marline Chase; Brothers: Claude Miller, Johnathan Edgecombe of Miami, Florida, Jason Rolle, Kwame Moss of Miami, Florida, Carlton Chase, Julius and Juel Chase of Miami, Florida; Sisters: Travan Rolle, Kenya Earns, Devinique Chase Fountain (William) of Ghana; Grandmother: Colamae Colebrooke of Freeport, Grand Bahama; Aunts: Fontella Brown, Lillymae Hamilton of Freeport, Grand Bahama, McDonna Rolle, Barbara Johnson of Abaco, and Rhonda Chase; Uncles: Reserve Inspector Ronald Arthur of Freeport, Grand Bahama; David Chase of Abaco; Nieces: Harley Minnis, Sabre & Tranae Rolle, Carlyssa Evans, Kyah Fountain, Jewel, Camille, and Olivia Chase; Nephews: Johnathon Edgecombe Jr. Charis Delgardo, and Harlem Rolle. Trashone Minnis, Christopher Duncombe Jr; Cousins: Ronella Arthur, Delvon Arthur (Kizzanae), Latia Arthur Dierken (Robert) of Tampa, Florida, TiYany Arthur of Freeport, Grand Bahama; Rojahanna Arthur of Miami, Florida, ASP (RBPF) Shemeiko Arthur (Sheanna) of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Shane Arthur (Vernay), Thomas Chase (Dashelle), Davian and Davaro Chase, De’Alicia Chase, McAlester Chase, Marquis Chase, Walternique, Devron, Kareem, Floyd, Felicia, Tingar, Jawara, Omega, Kenzo, Guyar, Chano, Jasmine, Anthony, Justin, Asharan, Ashton, and Jewel Arthur, Dominic Smith, Tanash Arthur, Chasmin Farrington, Maryha Francis. Giavantae Barrett, Shemeya Arthur, Shane Arthur Jr; Numerous relatives and friends including: Annette Hanna of Atlanta, Georgia, Sharell (Ali) McIntosh, Charlene Jones, Sharon Henderson, Theresa and Gregory White, Pastor Jane White (Grand Aunt); Special Friends and Caregivers: Adassa Adderley and family, Shelly Wildgoose, Felicia Jarrett, and Lolita Clarke, Cheryl Knowles and Anna Gibson (spiritual mothers), The Kemp Road Community, COGOP Minnie Street, Doctor Black the entire nursing staff of the Male Orthopedic Ward, and The Pinedale Community. Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary, #183 Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00a.m to 5:00p.m on Friday and again at the church from 10:00a.m to service time on Saturday.
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a resident of Collies Avenue, Kennedy Subdivision, Nassau, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, September 16th, 2026. Service will be held at New Destiny Baptist Church, Gladstone Road, Nassau, Bahamas on Saturday 03rd October, 2026 at 11a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Delton Fernander; Senior Pastor, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, Nassau, Bahamas. Left to deeply cherish his wonderful memories is his, loving and devoted wife of 47 years: Mrs. Carol Gilbert; Children: Chief Petty Officer Wilbert Artimus (Sherriann), Randon (Dee), Antonio Gilbert, Lee Esther (Valentino) Deveaux, Martina (Jovan) Bosfield, Patrinka Charlton and Kipp Keno (Carnell) Gilbert, Cristal (Chris) Lewis; Grandchildren: Corporal 3379 (RBPF) Chintino Gilbert, Antonio Jr. and Aaron Gilbert, Joniah Bosfield, Daria and Dario Jr. Charlton, Abbigail and Elkeno (Spooges) Gilbert; Great Grandchildren: Madison, Canai, Amiri, and Amara Gilbert; Sisters: Eleanor (Rudolph) Douglas, Erma Moncur, Eloise Storr and Sandra Roker; Sisters-in-law: Mildred Roberts, Marissa (Larry) Winder, Ena Sawyer, Tyrise Sawyer, and Tweed Dean; Brothers-in-law: Dudley Symonette, Anthony (Gloria) and Andrew Sawyer; Aunts: Blossom Gilbert, Edith Sawyer, Fannette Albury; Nieces: Carolyn Douglas, Antoinette Deveaux, Ettiene Judy, Vernel and Elvara Gilbert, Debbie Mortimer, Bernadette (Father Whitfield) Hutcheson, Ambrosine (O’Niel) Poitier, Patrice
(Chavan) Robinson, Krizia Woodside, Keva Miller, Nursing Officer Meagan (Kendal) Smith, Senior Customs Officer Shenequa (Drameco) Glinton, Rowena Moncur, Yolanda (Livingston) Thompson, Demetria Storr, Shekeria Storr, Chewuakii Symonette, Kendra (Terrance) Wells, Thomassa and Paisley Roberts, Bridgette Saunders, Antoinette and Maydawn Sawyer, Lamanda Winder, Lestina, Samantha Mortimer, Hollis (K’Ron) Lightbourne, Shakeika Sawyer, Melvern, Merissa, Agatha, and Cocheese Sawyer; Nephews: Ricardo (Shanika) Douglas, Nathaniel Gilbert (Adopted Brother), Eddie Mortimer, Jerome (Esther) Gilbert, Darren Sr., Larry, Valentino (Paula) Woodside, Cardinal Moncur, Carson Storr, Ural (Sheyanne) Jr., Markantell (Jankah) Pratt, Delone, Kenrix (Allison), Trevino (Samantha) Symonette, Anthony Sawyer Jr., Lathoreo Winder (Patrice), and Tyrone Sawyer; Cousins: The offspring of John Gilbert, the offspring of Cleveland Bain, the offspring of Lizzie Major, the offspring of Gwendolyn and Cleveland Gibson, the offspring of Sheva Dean, the offspring of Eveleyn, Randy Cooper, Sidney Major (Sidvicious), Loretta Neily and Family, Candi Gilbert, the offspring of Ernest and Mae Gilbert, the offspring of Arthur Bain, the offspring of Alsaide Higgs, Nolly Higgs, Rose Major, and Fannette Albury; Relatives and Friends including: Apostle Delton Fernander and Lady Calpurnia, Rt. Hon. QC Philip ‘Brave” Davis Prime Minister of The Bahamas, The Hon. Patricia Deveaux (Speaker of the House of Assembly), Richard and Karen Leadon, The Bosfield Family, Sharon and Ricardo Major, Louise Meadows and family, V. Alfred Gray and Family, Thomas and Kim Williams, Dorelene Sawyer and Family, Tony Rolle and Family (Lil Man), Sister Johnson and Family, Sandra Thomas and Family of Las Vegas, Albertha Adderley and Family, Sheila Johnson, Mr & Mrs Sherry Armbrister, Debbie Forbes and Family, The family of the late Ulga Higgs and Jessilee Mackey and Family, The entire Community of Harbour Island, Constance Rolle, The entire Community of Devil’s Point Cat Island, The entire community of Bahamas Electricity Corporation, The Kennedy Subdivision Community, Leslie Frieson, The entire staff of Princess Margaret Hospital MedSurg Ward, The Bahamar Lifeguard Family, Nassau Bus and Transportation, The Atlantis Resort, New Destiny Baptist Cathedral Family, Southland Global Cathedral Ministries, The Serville Ave. Family, and The Cordia Street Family. Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary, #183 Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00a.m to 5:00p.m on Friday and again at the church from 10:00a.m to service time on Saturday.
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Funeral Service For
Jacqueline McPhee Woodside, 48
of Fort Lauderdale Florida and formerly of Sir Lynden Pindling Estates, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Universal Village Ministries, Lazaretto Road off Carmichael Road, New Providence on Saturday, 3rd October, 2026 at 11:00am. Officiating will be Pastor Deborah A. Smith, BSWK, MTH, MC assisted by Senior Minister Daphne Russell, C.G.A., C.P.A., MTH, BA and Minister Kevin Williams. Internment will be follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence. Loving memories will forever linger in the hearts of her husband: Shamarl Woodside; parents: Cora McPhee & Ezra Rolle (deceased) Jacqueline McPhee Woodside • In Loving Memory adopted parents: Edward & Donell Pratt; daughters: Otisha Coakley (deceased), Paulette Strachan Gibson, Dennishqua McPhee & Detima Frazier; sons: Franklyn Woodside & Timothy Frazier Jr.; adopted daughter: Glendira Simmons; siblings: Erma Stubbs, Aneka, Margaret & Lorenzo Rolle; daughters-in-law: Carlianna Frazier & Amanda Pimentel; son-in-law: John Gibson; granddaughters: Arihanna Ashe, Olricka Farrington, Brianna Woodside & Tajhae Frazier; grandsons: Shane Stubbs Jr., Jaden Smith, Jesiah Woodside, Kiyion McPhee, Calvin Cooper, Taquan Simmons, Jak’ri Frazier & Orlando Knowles; great grandchildren: Trey Jr. (deceased) & K’lani Theoc; in-laws: Shanette, Shanika, Shaniya, Shyann & Sharan Woodside, Keeshee Spencer & Stephen Woodside; numerous relatives & friends: Georgette Munroe and family; Sharno Davis and family; Ralston Thompson; Ray Johnson; Britany Roker; Her Excellency Leslia Miller-Brice; Overseer Sharon Nairn and New Unity Church Family; Centerville Urban Renewal Family; Nassau Village Urban Renewal Family; St. Barnabas Urban Renewal and Coconut Grove; The Pimentel Family; Monique McKenzie; Shantique Miller; Makeda McKlusky;
Pastor Deborah Smith and Universal Village Ministry; Dorinda and Yvette Mackey; Kaneesha and Sidney Frazier; Ragged Island Street and Coconut Grove Family; Christia Knowles & Family; Cheryl Flowers and Family; Sakayra Mackey; Eloise Fox Family; Sir Lynden Estate Family; Alicia Gibson and Family; The Gaitor Family; The Pratt Family; Deborah Richardson & Family and other relatives and friends. Friends may pay their Last respects in the Chapel at Eternal Rest Mortuary Located On Market Street and Oxford Avenue on Friday, 2nd October, 2026 from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and again at the Church from 10:00am until service time.
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Vernon Jerome Woodside, 69 of Nassau Village Subdivision, New Providence, Bahamas died on Saturday, 26th September, 2026 at the Princess Margaret Hospital. He is survived by his wife: Thelma Woodside; mother: Winifred Pratt; daughters: Verna, Chetara and Terez Woodside, Tiffany Munroe; sons: Mario Woodside, Hansel and Todd Rolle; siblings: Jubliee Smith, Kirkland and Krisken Woodside, Glen Woodside, Sandra Moxey, Prince Jr., Christopher, Bertram, Latoya and Rosetta Woodside; grandchildren: Thaddeus and Te’naz Woodside, Gia, Gabby and Santia Woodside, Taliyah Tanea and True Evans, Jasmine, Khari and Khai Rolle, Tavea Brice and Jalen Munroe, T’Shon Collins; numerous nieces and nephews: Kim McKinney, Kishna Bodie, Petra Poitier, Felicia Spence, Tera Cox, Phillipa Smith, Phillip Sr. and Stevana Rolle, Tenisha Rolle and other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are being made and will be announced at a later date.
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Sylvia Marie Malone, 94
a resident of #4 Romer Street, Foxhill, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital. Service will be held at The Lutheran Church, J.F.K. Drive, New Providence on Friday, October 2nd, 2026 at 11:00am. Officiating will be Rev. Samuel Bootle. Cremation was held. He is survived by LilyMae Forbes; son: His Excellency Hon Picewell (Drucilla) Forbes; daughter: Lisa Forbes-(Jacob) Cooper; grandchildren: Demarthio (Monique)Forbes Ramon Forbes, Paige Forbes, Picecilla Forbes (Timothy) Daxon, Kayshondrea Forbes, Crystal Liberal; great grandchildren: Caili Forbes, Keshorn, Kyailee Johnson, Darren RolleJr.; nieces & nephews: Deidre Baptiste, Derek(Sonia) Rutherford, Ernestine (Wendell) Kelly, Garnell (Gary)Cooper, Ian Rutherford, Jenifer (Jairam) Mangra, Tyrone, Wayde, Robert and Bradley Forbes, Adele, Jordyn Mangra, Ivy Forbes; cousins: Descendants of late George Forbes, Beryl Poitier& family, The late Glenda Brassen, Chrisgen & late India Brassen, Ruth Swaby & family of late Edison Sweeting, Michelle, Paul, Peter, Andrea, Portia Sweeting-Henfeild, Charlene Sweeting deceased; descendants of late Sylvia Bain, Michael (Angela) Rolle & family, Loretta, Linda Rolle& family, Kevin (Karen) Rolle & family, Children of the Late Phillip Rolle, Marvin Bain and family, David, Maureen Wallace, Spencer Parker& Family Marie Gray, descendants of Ida Gray, Patrick Forbes & Family Coralee Forbes Bowe & Family, descendants of Wilfred Forbes, Ulysses Forbes & Family; special thanks to: Judyann Johnson, Dr. Smith & the Renal team at PMH, the church of Christ, Bill (Patty) Gibson, Samantha Bowe, the staff of the Queen’s Empire Salon & a community of friends and loved ones and other relatives and friends.
of Nassau, The Bahamas, died at her residence on Monday 28th September, 2026.
Public Viewing will be held 10am-3pm 1st of October at #41 Rosewill Memorial Mortuary located on Tonique Darling Highway Cremation to follow
Arrangements by Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited.
There will be NO VIEWING at the church. Please sign the Book of condolences at the Church. Realitives and friends may pay their last respects at the Rev. Clemese Cox Suite at Rosewill Memorial Mortuary, #41 Tonique Williams Darling Highway, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday, October 1st, 2026 from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
She is survived by her brother, Dr. John Louis; nieces, Dianna and Laurie Louis; nephew, Dr. John Louis and family and many other relatives and close friends. Funeral arrangements to be announced.
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Funeral Service for Zephaniah Jeffery Armbrister, 71 of #9 Stubbs Alley, Williams Lane, Nassau Bahamas. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday 3rd October, 2026, 11:00 a.m at New Lively Hope Baptist Church, Jerome Avenue and Chesapeake Road, Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas. Officiating will be Reverend Lavardo Duncanson assisted by Bishop Adington Rolle and Rolling Astwood. The deceased has been cremated. The Funeral Service will conclude with prayers of committal at the Church. There will be no graveside service. Mr. Armbrister was predeceased by his Son: Theron Armbrister; Parents: Monica Rolle-Armbrister and Clyde Michael Armbrister; Sisters: Diana Sifford, Gloria Armbrister, Jenniemae Armbrister and Tanya Stubbs; Brothers: Leroy Armbrister and Gregory Armbrister; Niece: Darlene Wallace; Nephews: Darren Armbrister, Keith Armbrister and Frederico Ramsey. May their souls rest in peace! Left to cherish his precious memories are, Wife: Lynette Smith Armbrister; Children: Farah Armbrister Smith, Jamal Armbrister and April Armbrister; Son-in-law: Jermaine Smith; Grandchildren: Nichole Moxey, Jameyah Smith, Teneisha “Ethan” Stubbs, Aaron Thompson, Asher McDonald, Treasure McDonald and Keyshawn Armbrister; Stepchildren: Roshanda Adderley, Kenton Moss, Tishara ‘Christopher’ Thompson, Don Rolle Jr. and Shandica Rolle; Step-grandchildren: Lavon Rolle, Rojeme Henfield, Rakeem Henfield, R’Shauntae Black, R’chea Black, R’Shanti Black, Kenton Moss Jr., Kenrica Moss, Kaylease Moss and Kenehjin Moss, Christopher Thompson Jr. and Cielle Thompson; Sisters: Patrica Curtis, Margaret Sears, Kaylisa Armbrister and Joanne “Precious” Armbrister; Brothers: Michael Armbrister and Rudolph Armbrister; Aunt: Dolly Pinder; Sisters-in-law: Lorna Armbrister, Karen Adderley and Dara Clarke; Brothers-in-law: Jack Curtis, Daniel Sifford, Wilbert Stubbs, Vaccaro Clarke and Terrence Smith; Nieces: Tracy-ann Burnside, Donel Reckley, Gail Sweeting, Hilda Glinton, Samantha Poitier, Shakara Gordon, Shantell Sears, Kenya Lightbourn, Tanisha Stubbs and K’Shonique Stubbs; Nephews: Keith Armbrister, Trevor Armbrister, Angelo Armbrister, Lemark Armbrister, George Armbrister, Randolph Armbrister, Glenroy Armbrister, Renaldo Armbrister, Jaleel Armbrister and Garth Armbrister, Kendrick Sifford, Joel Glinton, Clyde Stubbs, Sam Stubbs, Robert Curtis, Jason Curtis, Pedro Curtis, Andy Curtis, Patrico Curtis, Dion Roker, Jolando and Joraann; Grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews: Keishan, Alex, Camille, Trinity, Veronique, Kendonisha, Kenneth Jr., Kenton, Kenria, Kenjel, Dominique Jr., Dhaquai, Anthania, Jania, Giada, Onasis, Delon, Trevor Jr., Shandio, Farndo, Tanaje, Amado Jr., Angelo Jr., Gloria, T-Asia, Sky, Tianna, Jaleel Jr., Miklyle Jr., Jason Jr., Kenu, Kenya, Daria, Dariel, Antonia, Joel Jr., Joenique, Joeniqua, Pedronique, Jada, Joynique, Andico, Jason Jr., Bella, Lanaji, Patrico Jr., Treyon Wish, Wishard, Saint, Chase, Laniyah, Amora, Desire, George Jr., Kawhi, Samya, Fredrick, Ranae, Randolph and Andy Jr.; Nieces and Nephews-in-law: Glen
Burnside, Kenneth Reckley, Dominique Wallace, Almando Poitier, Samara and Thea Armbrister, Joy, Tanargue and Sherice Curtis, Anthony Sweeting and Jermaine Ramdeen. Other Relatives and Friends: Kent Clarke, Garnell Brown, Victoria Flowers, Marilyn Munroe, Christine Sweeting, Elvyton Russell, Marilyn Dean, Irene and Bishop Stanley Ferguson, Annamae Knowles, Oswald Knowles, Angela Stuart, Judy, Maxine, Emily, Donna and families, Brian, Fred, Dennis, Donna Moss, Patrice Lewis, Jenniemae Higgs, Rhoda Armbrister, Esla Russell, Howard, Tyrone, Glaze, Joan, Jenethann Pratt and families, Annie Brown, Sherill and Gregory Mortimer, Sabrina Coakley, Adrian Fox, Sebastian Bastian, Island Luck-Fox Hill, Kenria and Ken Russell, Lemunique Boyd, Kofi Dixon, Ann Sweeting, Vernell Williams, Tamicka Dean, Cornish and Sharicka, Denva and Terry Sweeting, Ethel Rolle and families, Anton Wilson, Veronique Knowles, Renaldo Rolle, Kim Adderley, Lincoln Deal “MP” for Free Town, Richard Lightbourn, Dionisio D’Aguilar, Rev. Lavardo Duncanson, The New Lively Hope Baptist Church, Voice of Deliverance Church families, Elder Ingrid Higgs, Ricardo Gordon, Fredericka Ramsey, Arthur Moxey, Ronaldo Strachan, Chester Major, Chester Mortimer, Sarah and Anthony Lowe, Claridge Primary School, Marisol Morley Pinder, Joseph Adderley, Martin Culmer, Frank Smith, Ricardo Butler, Philip McKenzie, Miriam Rolle and family, and Perry Heastie. Special thanks to: Amethyst Memorial Funeral Home. May His Soul Rest in Peace! Please forgive us if your names were not mentioned. We sincerely appreciate all of you and we thank everyone for their prayers, condolences, love and support during this time of bereavement.
Death Notice for Mr. Altamont Robinson, 80 of #47 Acklins Street, Nassau, Bahamas, passed away at his residence on Tuesday 22nd September, 2026. He is survived by his Wife: Paula Robinson; Sons: Mario Robinson; Daughters: Rachel Robinson-Clarke, Shandira Robinson; Sisters: Pam Robinson, Olive Robinson-Miller, Mary Robinson, Sadie Robinson; Brothers: Rob Robinson, Rupert Robinson; Grandchildren: LaShon Robinson, Rafe Clarke, Ethany Clarke, Alicia Williams, Kevon Coleby, Trevon Coleby, Cynthia Sands; and a host of other relatives and friends. The family appreciates your prayers and condolences expressed during their time of bereavement. Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for Williams (Theon), Aultrece Pierre (McKenzie), Dwynette Phillips, Arine Doramae Rolle, 64 Culmer, Tasha Culmer, Camille Culmer, Maria Adderley (Jonathan), Christine Maitland (Andy), Cynteach McPhee, Fredericka Minnis, Latisha
of Knowles Drive, Faith Gardens, Nassau, Bahamas. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday 3rd October, 2026, 11:00 a.m at Bahamas Holy Bible Mission Church, Bahama Avenue, Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas. Officiating will be Pastor Practon Patton assisted by Rev. Henry Rolle, Pastor Glen Rolle and Pastor Michael Symonette. *Please be advised that the interment of Doramae Rolle and Vernie Davis will take place on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, J.F.K Drive & Gladstone Road. Family and friends are kindly invited to join us as we lay our loved ones to rest. Mrs. Rolle was predeceased by her Mother: Vernie Davis. Left to cherish her memories, Daughter: Sandra Darling-Rolle (Selvin Rolle); Brothers: Alexander (Kieva) Darling, Bryon Davis, Shorn (Tasha) Davis; Nieces: Deshana Darling, Bria Davis, Shornte Davis, Nevaeh Nairn, Cataleya Farrington, Andrea Rolle, Nettie Rolle, Cimone Moss, WPC 4209 Romanda Brennen (Drissen), Monasiah Dames; Nephews: Zareke Davis, Chris Darling, Lorenzo Darling, Cayden Darling, Tray’von Joseph, A’brian Davis, Shorn Davis Jr., Oneil Davis, Calvin Smith, Nathan, Rolle, Supt. Nigel Rolle, Elder Kendal Rolle, Wade Rolle, Bradley Rolle, Larando Rolle; Aunts: Linda Phillips, Gertrude Rolle (Walter), Ina Davis Rolle, Mary Davis, June Walkes, Jacklyn Clarke; Uncles: Cleveland McPhee (Donna), Claudius McPhee, Sidney McPhee (Orien), Wellington Culmer (Shonda), Morrison Davis, Godfrey Davis, Anthony Davis; Adopted Sisters: Francis Rolle, Monica Smith, Betsymae Cleare, Anita Moxey, Clara Jane Bethel, Katrina James; Adopted Brothers: Reuben Smith, Jacob Alpheus Smith, Moses Smith (Sandra), Dudley Smith(Nikita), Simeon Smith (Diann), Steve Smith (Sylvia); Godchildren: Paris Lesbott, Brittney Moxey Lorenzo Moxey, Aliah Rolle; Cousins: Lithera Knowles, Garnell Rolle (Brad), Kadesha Rolle, Latesha Johnson (Christopher), Tara Rolle (Sean), Shaquelle Rolle, Brandy
McPhee, Marcia Saunders, Marie Chin, Claudine McPhee, Thiniscka McPhee Danielle McPhee, Althea McPhee, WPC 4209 Romanda Brennen(Drissen), Monasiah Dames, Martineka Johnson, Alexus Francis, Johniqua, Lanell Gibbs, Bianca McPhee (Rashad), Felicia Brown, Beryl Armbrister, Latanya McIntosh, Anishka Rolle-Grant, Wendy, Angela Rolle, Desarie, Neffeteria, Shakara, Shantell, Erica Ciprianna, Rosharola, Antonia Davis, Deundra Smith (Kimyardo, Patricia DavisRolle, Edward McPhee (Topeka), Dereck McPhee (Karen), Dion, Trevor McPhee, Ricardo Rolle, Devon Rolle (Elevise), Renaldo McPhee, Elliott McPhee, Frederick McPhee Jr., PC 4122 Alexander Hunter, Demetrius McPhee, PC 4477 Sydney McPhee Jr., Germico Gaitor, Camrone Pierre, Tyrique Pierre, Devon Rolle Jr., Raymond Rolle Jr., Barry Brown Jr., Andy Maitland Jr., Aden Maitland, Troy McPhee Jr., Trevante McPhee, Stephen, Garvin Rolle, Adrian Bowe, Mark Stubbs, Andy Mackey, Errol, Darren, Michael, Hezron Jr., Brandon, Jeremy, Anthony Jr., Carlton Johnson. Other relatives & friends including: Drs. Practon &Valarie Patton, Pastor Michael Symonette, Mother Inez Symonette, Lynn Symonette, Rev. Henry & Beverly Rolle, Pastor Glen & Yvette Rolle, Donna Nottage, Madge Bowleg, Margo Strachan, Patrice Rolle, Sharlene McKenzie, Lavern McLean, Edsil Cartwright, Arica Dean, Violet Frazer, Ryan Gibbs and Carolyn Swann. Prescola Patton, Mr. Lernis, Pastor Terrance & Ida Patton, Hon. Brensil Rolle, Nurse Sheila Ingraham, Geraldine Rolle, Priscilla McIntosh, Darlene Curtis, Sharon Taylor, Prince Patton, Marsha Strachan, Louise Munroe, Jeffrey Munroe, Denise Russell, Debra Butterfield, Leander Pinder, Joseph Patton (Nancy), Videll Cartwright, Lorrinder, Sherry Knowles, Stephanie, Alpheaus Rolle, Preston Rolle, Robert Brown, Cynthia Taylor, Bishop Tony Hanna and Family, Valenica Hanna, Barbara Wright, Theresa Hanna, Christine Fernandez, Delores Bethel (Robert), Marie Cooper (Kevin), Michelle Grant (Carlton), Synovia Bethel, Dion Peterson, Stacy Peterson, Tyrone Peterson, Yvonne Johnson, Ebeneezer Mission Baptist Evangelistic Church, Pearline Frazer, Joycelyn Frazer, Minister Helen Miller, Basil Rolle, Esther Cooper, Percy & Shirley Sands, Mr. Harrison & Jenny Willson and family, Mr. Albert Clarke and family, Mother Ferguson, Kendrick Rolle (Ronda), Nurses and Staff of Female Medical I the communties of Black Point, Farmer’s Cay and Staniel Cay and a host of other relatives and friends, too numerous to mention. Please forgive us if your name has inadvertently been omitted. Your love, kindness, and support are sincerely appreciated and will always be remembered. May Her Soul Rest In Peace! We thank everyone for their prayers and support during this time. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects in the “Rudolph Pratt Memorial Suite” at Amethyst Memorial Funeral Home, #534 East Street South (opposite Fresh Auto Car Lot) on Friday, 2nd October, 2026 from 10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
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Funeral Service for Johniqua, Lanell Gibbs, Bianca McPhee (Rashad), Felicia Brown, Beryl Vernie Davis, 78 Armbrister, Latanya McIntosh, Anishka Rolle-Grant, Wendy, Angela Rolle, Desarie, Neffeteria, Shakara, Shantell, Erica Ciprianna, Rosharola,
of Malaysia Way, Elizabeth Estates, Nassau, Bahamas (formerly of Black Point, Exuma). Funeral Service will be held on Saturday 3rd October, 2026, 11:00 a.m at Bahamas Holy Bible Mission Church, Bahama Avenue, Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas. Officiating will be Pastor Practon Patton assisted by Rev. Henry Rolle, Pastor Glen Rolle and Pastor Michael Symonette. *Please be advised that the interment of Vernie Davis and Doramae Rolle will take place on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, J.F.K. Drive & Gladstone Road. Family and friends are kindly invited to join us as we lay our loved ones to rest. Left to cherish her memories, Daughter: Doramae Rolle (deceased); Sons: Alexander Darling (Keva), Bryan Davis, Shorn Davis (Tasha); Grandchildren: Sandra Darling-Rolle (Selvin), Deshana Darling, Chris Darling, Lorenzo Darling, Bria Davis, Zareke Davis, A’brian Davis, Shornte Davis, Shorn Davis Jr.; Great-Grandchildren: Nevaeh Nairn, Cayden Darling, Cataleya Farrington; Great-Great-Grandchildren: Tray’von Joseph; Sisters: Linda Phillips, Gertrude Rolle (Walter), Ina Davis-Rolle, Mary Davis, June Walkes, Jacklyn Clarke; Brothers: Cleveland McPhee (Donna), Claudius McPhee, Sidney McPhee (Orien), Wellington Culmer (Rhonda), Morrison Davis, Godfrey Davis, Anthony Davis; Sister-in-law: Royclyn McPhee; Caregiver: Denise Russell; Nieces: Lithera Knowles, Garnell Rolle (Brad), Kadesha Rolle, Latesha Johnson (Christopher), Tara Rolle (Sean), Shaquelle Rolle, Brandy Williams (Theon), Aultrece Pierre(McKenzie), Dwynette Phillips, Arine Culmer, Tasha Culmer, Camille Culmer, Maria Adderley (Jonathan), Christine Maitland (Andy), Cynteach McPhee, Fredericka Minnis, Latisha McPhee, Marcia Saunders, Marie Chin, Claudine McPhee, Thiniscka McPhee Danielle McPhee, Althea McPhee, WPC 4209 Romanda Brennen (Drissen), Monasiah Dames, Martineka Johnson, Alexus Francis,
Antonia Davis, Patricia Davis-Rolle; Nephews: Edward McPhee (Topeka), Dereck McPhee (Karen), Dion, Trevor McPhee, Ricardo Rolle, Devon Rolle (Elevise), Renaldo McPhee, Elliott McPhee, Frederick McPhee Jr., PC 4122 Alexander Hunter, Demetrius McPhee, PC 4477 Sydney McPhee Jr., Germico Gaitor, Camrone Pierre, Tyrique Pierre, Devon Rolle Jr., Raymond Rolle Jr., Barry Brown Jr., Andy Maitland Jr., Aden Maitland, Troy McPhee Jr., Trevante McPhee, Stephen, Garvin Rolle, Adrian Bowe, Mark Stubbs, Andy Mackey, Errol, Darren, Michael, Hezron Jr., Brandon, Jeremy, Anthony Jr, Carlton Johnson. Other Relatives and Friends: Drs. Practon &Valarie Patton, Pastor Michael Symonette, Denise Russell, Mother Inez Symonette, Lynn Symonette, Rev. Henry & Beverly Rolle, Pastor Glen & Yvette Rolle, Pastor Gladstone Patton Jr., Pastor Terrance & Ida Patton, Hon. Brensil Rolle, Nurse Sheila Ingraham, Geraldine Rolle, Priscilla McIntosh, Darlene Curtis, Sharon Taylor, Betsymae Cleare, Anita Moxey, Clara Jane Bethel, Prince Patton, Francis Rolle and Family, Monica Smith, Reuben Smith, Jacob Alpheus Smith, Moses Smith (Sandra), Dudley Smith (Nikita), Simeon Smith (Diann), Steve Smith (Sylvia), Marsha Strachan, Louise Munroe, Jeffrey Munroe, Clare Brown, Emerald Patton, Myrtis Gibson, Debra Butterfield, Cedric Maycock, Leander Pinder, Elder John Wright, Brezetta Kemp, Minister Kendall Patton, Joseph Patton (Nancy), Videll Cartwright, Lorrinder, Stephen Mullings, Louise Lightbourn, Stephen, Sherry Knowles, Stephanie, Alpheaus Rolle, Preston Rolle, Thelma Rolle and Family, Everette Patton, Robert Brown, Cynthia Taylor, Bishop Tony Hanna and Family, Valenica Hanna, Barbara Wright, Theresa Hanna, Christine Fernandez, Delores Bethel (Robert), Marie Cooper (Kevin), Michelle Grant (Carlton), Synovia Bethel, Andreanette Gaitor, Claudette Ferguson, Freeport and Bimini Immigration Department, Ester Rolle, Joann Cartwright, Dion Peterson, Stacy, Peterson, Tyrone Peterson, Yvonne Johnson, Ebeneezer Mission Baptist Evangelistic Church, Pearline Frazer, Joycelyn Frazer, Minister Helen Miller, Randy Basil Rolle, Esther Cooper, Percy & Shirley Sands, Mr. Harrison & Jenny Willson and family, Bahama Medics Non-Emergency Medical Transportation, Mr. Albert Clarke and family, Mother Ferguson, Kendrick Rolle (Ronda), Nurses and Staff of Female Medical II, the communities of Black Point, Farmer’s Cay and Staniel Cay. Please forgive us if your name has inadvertently been omitted; your love, kindness, and support are sincerely appreciated and will always be remembered. May Her Soul Rest In Peace! We thank everyone for their prayers and support during this time. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects in the “Rudolph Pratt Memorial Suite” at Amethyst Memorial Funeral Home, #534 East Street South (opposite Fresh Auto Car Lot) on Friday, 2nd October, 2026 from 10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
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a resident of Sea Breeze Lane, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas, died at her residence on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Ms. Margaret was predeceased by her parents: Cecil and Enid Lockhart; sons: Kostantinos and Markito Vardaoulis. She is survived by her life long partner: Minas Vardaoulis Sr.; children: Nikolaos (Shaunté), Irene, Maria (Aaron), Minas Jr. (Denecia), Kalliope, Arion ‘Manny’, Amsalework and Georgos Vardaoulis; grandchildren: Gabrielle (Dillon) and Kristin Cabral, Ayanna Vardaoulis, Errol (Saaliyah) Comarcho, Amelia, Minas and Kostandina Vardaoulis; sisters: Maxine (Daniel) Wallace, Melanie Cartwright, Miriam Lockhart, Carol Neely; brother: Carlton Lockhart and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service For Mrs. Eva Phoroa Mortimer, 99
a resident of #33 Constitution Drive, Boyd Subdivision, New Providence, Bahamas, and formerly of Fox Town and Sandy Point, Abaco, Bahamas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at Holy Spirit Anglican Church, #18 Howard Street, Chippingham, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev. Fr. Eric A. A. Miller assisted by Rev. Canon Crossley Walkine and Rev. Fr. D’Angelo Bowe. Interment will follow in Eastern Cemetery, Dowdeswell Street, New Providence. Mrs. Mortimer was predeceased by her loving husband: Livan Jeremiah Mortimer; parents and her siblings. Left to cherish her precious memory are her daughter: Catherine Mortimer Wilson (of Nassau, Bahamas); grandchildren: Enrique (Latigra), Chelsea, Zahri, and Kai Wilson; great grandsons: Enri Wilson and Amir Bradley; sister-in-law: Mrs. Esther Mortimer; nephews: Perry Mortimer (Velette), Robert Fox, Richard Fox, Lionel Fox Jr.; nieces: Beverly Adderley, Billijene Fox, Susan Fox, Jane Bain, Patricia Roberts, Louise Hamilton; grandnieces: Perrisha Mortimer, Chada’ Pinder, Ava Clarke, Kirby Clarke, Ghandi Clarke, Sasha Fox, Ashley Fox, Nikita Fox, April Fox, Nakisha Fox, and Rickisha Fox; grandnephews: Perrico Mortimer, Don Forbes, Deven Forbes, Rinardo Clarke, Keto Grant, Pedro Fox, Fabian Fox, Robert Fox Jr., Ramon Fox, Rashawn Fox, Kemico Fox, Rashad Fox, Richard Fox Jr.; other relatives and friends including: H. E. Lowell J. Mortimer, Mrs. Carolyn Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Robert and Canastra Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Michael and Alicia Johnson, Mrs. Katy Mathurin, Mr. Joseph Russell, Mr. Cleop Burrows, Ms. Eva Bullard, Mickey (Calvin Edgecombe), Anita (Dwight Pinder), Tasha Roberts, Gabriella Roberts, Dr. Nicholas Fox, The family of the late Reevy Fox; her devoted, longterm caregiving team, whom she considered Family including: Ms. Nana Cepoudi, Mr. Jackson Dieujuste, Mrs. Kadisha Saunders, and Ms. Sophie
Celia, among the many relatives, friends, families, communities, and loved ones whose lives were touched by Mrs. Mortimer, and to whom the family extends special acknowledgment and appreciation are: Bishop Walter and Elder Minalee Hanchell, Mr. Rex and Mrs. Jenesta Messam and Family, Mr. Audley Fraser and Family, Mrs. Pat Burrows and Family, Mrs. Velma Burrows and Family, Dr. Gill Gibson and Family, Mrs. Louse Gibson and Family, Mrs. Betty Sweeting and Family, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel and Mrs. Rosetta Johnson and Family, Rt. Rev’d and Rt. Hon. Bishop Laish Z. Boyd and Family, Fr. James Moultrie and Family, Mrs. Fran Haven and Family, Mrs. Anya James and Family, Ms. Violet and Patrice Perpall and Family, Fr. Deangelo Bowe and Mrs. Tennessee Bowe and Family, Fr. Joseph and Mrs. Mary Mckylewhite and Family, the Wilson Family of Columbia, South Carolina, Canon Peter Scott, the Family of Mrs. Eleanor Musgrove, Mrs. Joanne Brown Hamilton and Family, the Colby and Brown Family, the Knowles Family, the Bethel Family, the Nairn Family, the Family of the late Rudolph and Flora Hanna, the Family of the late Grace Archer, the Family of the late Belle Archer, Brian Conliffe and Family, Mark Turnquest, Brian Turnquest, Mrs. Tonya Adderley and Family, Beverley Smith and Family, the Smith Family, Mrs. Christina Johnson and Family, the entire Community of Charlotte Ridge, Mrs. Michelle Taylor, Mrs. Sophie Lockhart, Ms. Bridget Sands, Natasha and Medina Taylor, Ms. V. Charmaine Rolle, Ms. Dawn Hanna, Ms. Bridgette Sands, the entire Chippingknight group, the Dean Family of Sandy Point, Abaco, Mr. Rispah Edgecombe and Family, the entire Community of Sandy Point, Abaco, Chef Diann Watson, Dr. Rudolph King, the Gooding Family (of Nassau and Bimini), Mr. Michael (J.R.) Fernander, Mrs. Yvette McCartney-Meredith, Family of Mr. William McCartney, Mrs. Mikeva Lightbourne, Mrs. Olive Mackey, Mr. Wellington Olander and Family, Mr. Ricardo P. Deveaux and Family, Ms. Mildred Lee, Mr. Stephen and Mrs. Linda Deveaux, Mr. Gurth Knowles, Betsy Johnson, the team at Dozer Heavy Equipment, Mr. and Mrs. Siobhan, Anthony Laing and Family, Mr. Leroy Carey and Family, St. John’s College Class of 1985, especially the Misfit Event Group, her beloved church community at Holy Spirit Anglican Church, The Boyd Subdivision and Chippingham Communities, The Family also wishes to recognize Mrs. Mortimer’s many tenants throughout the years, with special acknowledgment to the present tenants of the Mortimer Gardens and Eva Mortimer Townhouse Communities; special thanks and appreciation including: Dr. Agreta Eneas-Carey, Dr. Dorsette, the entire nursing and office staff of W. V. Eneas Medical Clinic, Nurse Johnson and Team at Blessed Care Nursing Service, for the care and attention shown to Mrs. Mortimer and a host of relatives and friends too numerous to mention. May her 99 years of life, love, and legacy remain forever in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. There will be NO viewing at the church Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads, New Providence on Monday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
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Funeral Service For Fernander and Cuthbert Bethell; nieces: Sheba, Rebecca Dianne Yvonne Fernander, 67 Chester and Donyel Fernander, Shantica (Ricardo) Adderley; nephews:
a resident of Gregory Town, Eleuthera, Bahamas, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026 at Cedar Crest Funeral Home Chapel, Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Dwight Cambridge. Cremation will follow. Dianne was predeceased by her father: Demory Alexander Fernander; mother: Yvonne Fernander (née Turnquest); son: Jamal Frazer; brother: Demory Alexander Fernander Jr. Left to cherish her many loving memories are her special friend: Wilmore Polhamus; children: Tenniell Coakley, Cornell and Hansie Seymour, Latoya Burrows, Deangelo Hutchison; granddaughters: Vonnique Curtis, Latonia Smith, Darvashnae Burrows, Autumn, Skyi and Summa Seymour, Diamond, April and Angel Anderson Hutchinson; grandsons: Edward Jr., Terrell, Chaquawn and Zackariah Coakley, Hansie Jr. and Khari Seymour, Duran Burrows; great granddaughters: Vonniea Curtis and Ar’Manii Knowles; great grandson: Xavion Malik Coakley; siblings: Derek (Monique), Darrell and Donald (Marsha) Fernander, Daphne (Hector) Delva; Aunts: Joan Powell, Winifred Ferguson, Pauline and Ethel Johnson, Rebecca Bethell, Willamae and Mildred Turnquest, Esther McKinney, Janet, Mary, Margaret, Millicent and Diane Fernander; uncles: Douglas Turnquest, Henry “Fish” McKinney,
Donald Jr. and Meshack Daniel Fernander; cousins: Craig (Cheryl), Dwight (Joann), Kevin and Andre (Rosanna) Cambridge, Craig, Kim (Yvonne), Leighton, Sabastian, Dion (Tanya) and Dwayne Turnquest, Corinna (Tyrone) Neely, Schevon Cunningham, Demetry and Sharene Ferguson, Omar and Keva Bethell, Kimberly (Tamar) Poitier, Deondra (Keith) Lightbourne, Sonia (Kendyce) Moss-Moultrie, Shaundica (Vontez) Edwards, Senator Keenan (Shakera) Johnson, Ruth Morgan, Kingsley and Leila Woods, Curtis (Kimberly), Brent (Anna Mae), Keith (Ketura), Rochelle and Kevin (Caroline) Bryan, Marshanell (Robert) Folly, Tanya (Stephen) Johnson, Sherry Cambridge, Samatha Lightbourne, Sherelle Jones, Sade McKenzie, Deidre (Terrance) Bain, Jania (Stephen) McPhee, Kevin (Colleen), Daryl (Selcia) and Dentry (Jessica) McKinney, Christopher Johnson, Anasticia, Maggie, Patrice, Elouise, Fran, Ricardo (Flora), Pastor Mack (Dawn), Kincaid (Grace), Christopher (Naomi) Wayne, Fredrick, Macus, Chestina, Chevette, Christoff and Christian Fernander, Robin Young, Elaina Butler, Kendra (Quincy) Taylor, Kennardi and Kelly McPhee, Dwayne Anderson, Audley (Juliette) Fraser, Barbara Tynes, Jacqueline, Janet Turnquest and family, Angela Turnquest and family, Pastor Oral (Myrtle) Rolle and family; other relatives, families and friends including: The Doctors, Nurses and staff of Female Surgical 2 c/o Princess Margaret Hospital, Principal Mrs. Gibson, Staff & Students c/o North Eleuthera High School, The Commonage Community (of Gregory Town, Eleuthera), Gladys Johnson and Family, Monique Maurice and family, Bruno Wood and Family, Ms. Joyce and Family and Gary Seymour and Family, Elizabeth, Audrey, Sheena, Wendy, Theo and Perry Seymour, Shaneka and Keno Darville, Tario and Juju Polhamus, Kevin Smith Jr. and family, Shirley McPhee and family, Tanya Archer and Family, Helen Cox and Family, Patrica and Pamela Nicolls and family, Leanor Seymor and family, Patrice McKenzie and family, Joyann Petty and family, Edward Coakley and family, Raymond Moss and family, Michael Roker and family and a host of relatives and friends too numerous to mention. The family apologizes for any names that were inadvertently omitted. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads on (TODAY) Thursday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at Chapel on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Services For Michael St. Paul Clare, 43 affectionately called “Mikey” a resident of #6 Flax Terrace, Malcolm Road West, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026 at Christ The King Parish Church, Ridgeland Park West, New Providence. Officiating will be Reverend Father Bernard Been, New Providence assisted by Reverend Dean Dwight H. L. Rolle and Reverend Canon Stephen Davies. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence. Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Samantha Clare; daughter: Makayla Clare; son: Machale Clare; granddaughter: Jhene Delancy; parents: Daniel and Madge Clare; special friend: Tericeta Rolle; sisters: Michelle and Helena Clare; brother: Preston Clare and family; aunts: Noreen Erskine and family, Elaine Gooden and family, Merle Orr and family, Beatrice Saunders, Clementina Seymour, Susan Simms, Elaine, Edna and Jacklyn Clare; uncles: Philip Erskine and family, Norman Erskine and family, Desmond Erskine and family, Morris Erskine and family, Aubrey Collins and family, Sterling Clare, Maxwell Clare, Waltler Clare, Edward Seymour; niece: Trinaé Thompson; nephew: Tristan Thompson; godmother: Daisy Pinto; cousins: Troy and Monalisa Saunders, Gigi Williams-Davis, Tia Saunders, Rushan Muncuff, Tito and Mico Seymour, Kennedy Hanna, Larren Williams, Ronald Saunders Jr., Krishand Severine and family, Alice-Kristina Clare, Navia Bodie, Chanell Sands, Krissia Ghosh, Kingsley, Seandra (Marisa) and Nikia Clare, Dave, Anita, Phillip (Buddy), Brenda, Mardo Clare, Debbie and Carol Clare, Dashan Adderley; good friends: Santino Brown, Tokoyo Duncombe, Elroy Saunders, Patreo (Chero) Sherman, Benjamin Lightbourne, Welliya Cargill, James Rolle, Ms. Stephanie Coley, Mrs. Claudette Rolle, Ida Mae, Ms. Euthalie Rahming, Tiffany Saunders, Amanda Johnson, Phanessa Minnis, Natalya Ash, Jameka, Jamal and Ashley, The Clare family (of Turks and Caicos, United States and United Kingdom), The Erskine and Henry family (of Jamaica, United States, Canada and Germany), Mr. Raymound Clarke and family, Mr. Jerome Hepburn and family, Michelle Maycock and family, The Catholic Board of Education, The Atlantis family, The Coca Cola family, The Testing and Evaluation GLAT Team, Christ The King family, Doctors and Nurses at the Princess Margaret Hospital, Dr. Millar and Nurses at Phoenix Medical Center and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Michael you are forever in our hearts, and though your voice is silent, and your hand we cannot hold, your love remains with us.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Mr. Olandor Culmer, 53 a resident of Sandilands Village, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Wemyss Bight, Eleuthera, Bahamas will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at Grant’s Town Seventh-day Adventist Church, #18 Wellington Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Wilson Isnord assisted by Elder Christopher Stewart, Elder Roger Forbes and Elder Michael McCoy. Cremation will follow. Left to cherished his loving memories are held by his brothers: Lofton (Cynthia), Emerson (Angela), Carson, Michael (Tabitha), Stargel (Jackie), Roger, Javone, and Collie; sisters: Linda (Jay) Fisher, Sylvia James, Margaret, Manerva, Valencia (Horatio) Stubbs Sr. and Orie Culmer; sister-in-law: Mildred, Isabella and Ettajane Culmer; uncles: Joseph Evans M.D., Willard, Kelsey and Rudolph Williams; aunts: Ethel Evans, R. Ph., Clara and Jennifer Williams; nephew: Audley, Ricardo (Latoya), Darren, Rolison, Reginald, Jesse (Francesca), Sopirinye, Lloyd, Carmelo, Antonio, Ashvon, Alexio, Christopher, Emmerson Jr., Dennison, Karrington, Zarin, Roger Jr., Cohen, Horatio Jr. and Jaylen Stubbs, Elton Smith, Collie Jr. and De Shawn Culmer; nieces: Joann (Jamaal) Pinder, Dorothy Jacobs, Kamilah (DeShante’) Lucas, Quincetta, Omeece, Glenneece, Olivia Angel, Carsonique, Carnissa, Kenya; cousins: Wanda (Shawn) Stuart, Donna (Leslie) Turnquest, Elizabeth, Randy, Sandy (Rochelle), Andy (Pinky), Andrea, Robert (Lindsey) Kemp, Monique Brice, Gordon Morley, Delarese Williams, Shelly Bethel, Mary (Lynden) Taylor, Lisa (Maress) Scott, Freddy, Larry (Treava) Moultrie, Portia, Owanta, Chelsea, Marvin, Kelsey Jr., Rudolph Williams Jr., Lucille Butler, Shirley, John, Pedro, Kerven, and Meg Culmer; other friends and relatives including: The McKinney, Young, Hall, Symonette, Gibson, Gardiner, Delancey, and the Knowles Family, Shirley Rolle, Florie Mackey, Kendal Gibson, Naomi Edwards and their Family, The Seventh-Day Adventist Church (of Rock Sound Eleuthera), The Communities of Wemyss Bight, Tarpum Baby, and South Eleuthera, Doctors, Nurses and the staff at Sandilands Rehabilitation Center and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads, New Providence on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Sunday from 10:30 a.m. until service time.
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a resident of #36 Victoria Boulevard, Bamboo Town, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Rolle Town, Exuma, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, September 24, 2026. She is survived by her children: Jason, Tamara, Tanya and Jarrell Mitchell; 8 grandchildren: Jason Jr., Thay, Tajanae, Shandia, Silene, Shemar, Sheliqua, Kayden; sisters: Jessie Pearl Saunders, Firstina Swain; brothers: Isaac, Rudolph, Gerald, Enoch, Jonathan, Nigel, Maxwell Rolle; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
a resident of Victoria Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas, died at Doctors Hospital on Monday, September 28, 2026. a resident of #29 Maple Street, Pinewood, New Providence, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. She is survived by her mother: Lanere Pinder Neeley; step father: Jeffrey Neeley; sisters: Sophia Rolle Moss, Tameca Pinder, Alexious Rolle, Arazona Rolle; brothers: Carlton Russell Jr., Glenroy Rolle, Ian Rolle, Sean Rolle; aunts, uncles and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
She is survived by her husband: Terez Rolle; children: Terell and Terray Rolle; mother: Michelle Munnings Minus; grandmother: Alice Minus Albury; grandfather: Cedric Munnings; other relatives including: Caroline and Livingston Rolle. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Memorial Service For Lambert, Damien and Harry Sands Jr., Patrick and Diane Kemp, James Patrick Sands, 74 Derek, Patrick, Nicholas and Landis Sands, Avis Rodgers, Bruce
a resident of Blue Bell Avenue, Garden Hills, New Providence, Bahamas, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, 3rd October, 2026 at The Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King, East Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Father Kirkland Russell assisted by The Rev’d Fr. Colin Saunders and The Rev’d Deacon Joshua Davis Russell. Interment will follow at The Columbarium and Remembrance Garden of Christ The King. Left to cherish his fond memories are his daughters: Holley, Erica, Pacquel & Acardanaysha Sands; grandson: Re’Zai Cartwright; brother: Franklyn (Arlene) Sands; sisters: Mildred (Donzel) Huyler; Linda Cleare; Jan Donnell (Andrew) Rolle; Andrea (Dwight Sr.) Knowles; grandmother: Agnes Cartwright; aunts: Sandra Meadows; Sharon, Barbara and Michelle Cartwright; uncles: Peter Meadows, Emmit and Archie Cartwright; nephews: Phillip (Chinique) Kemp; Marco (Chantay) Sands; Marvin (Ghandi) Sands; Franklyn (Lisa) Burrows; Matari Sands; Jestan Sands; Anthon Sands; Lamont Sands; Leonardo Sands; Joshua Russell; Jimmy (Antunya) Knowles; De’Cion Rolle; Dwight Jr. & D’Andrey Knowles; Rome Sands; Brandon Sands; nieces: Michelle Miller; Tasha; Monique; Latoya Sands; Tammy (Titus) Williams; Makquel Sands; Tonya Wyche; Telesha Pinder; Arlete (Rodrecus) Thompson; Bracquel (James) Newbold; Marsha Major; Shenelle Huyler; Simone Huyler; Shelica Jasmine Rolle; Letitia (Livingstone) Smith; Nikki Turnes; D’Andrea Sands; Crystalena Chipman; cousins: Andrew Strachan, Sonia (Peter) Turnquest, Denine Cambridge, Sherell and Karen Sands, Douglas, Dave,
and Charles Perpall and Torey Wright; other relatives and friends: Carolyn Russell, Judith, Paulette and Preston Russell, Glen and Michelle Roberts, Richard & Ashley Munnings, Ashton Stuart, Trevor and Christopher Russell, Clifton A.D Cleare Francis, Sonia & Jacob Clarke & Family - Boca Raton, FL, The Glinton, Sawh & Fraser Families, Reverend Gloria Redd, Alana Taylor-Clayton, Delerese King, Delroy King, Keron Adderley, Renaldo Cartwrght, Theresa Sturrup, Patricia Burke, Charles King, Valerie Mortimer, Lynden King and Alisa Mingo, Yvonne, Catherine , Michelle, Adrian Desmond & Basil Sands, Christine Been, Heather Strachan, Mr. & Mrs. Ricardo Treco, Andrew Barnett, Dr. Kwesi B Smith, Tony Miller, Dr. Keir Miller, Lady Edith Johnson & Family, Elaine Pinder & sisters, Sean & Melissa Adderley, Judy Johnson & Family, Sandra Roberts, Evelina Nesbitt, Tony Fertil, Linda Burrows, Juliet Johnson, Robert Bartlett (Creamo) & Family, Van Bethel, Sobig, Blanten, Eugenie & Percy Kemp, Yvonne Ward, Janice Pinder, Allison Campbell & Family, RH Culmer & Family, Sanford & Mary Culmer & Family, Jackson Culmer & Family, Sheila Smith, Maria Johnson, Samuel Sammy Lewis, Milton Thomas-Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jennifer Duncombe & Family, Janice Henfield, Janae Poitier & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Mario Duncanson, Mr. Omar Wilkinson, Samuel Mullings & Ida Street Community, Avis Mackey & Family, Randy and Ingrid Adderley and The Tynes Family - Garden Hills Community, Heather GrantBruey, Kimberley Darville-Outten, Lee & Gayla Wallace, Geno & Fiona Daniels, Kristi Knowles, Pastors Mario & Erika Moxey, Bahamas Harvest Church Ushers, Greeters Ministries, Eden Women and Fusion Singles Small Groups, Management and Staff of Master Technicians, Management and Staff of Commonwealth Bank and The Internal Audit Family, Management and staff of MSC Bahamas Ltd., COMMUNITY COUNSELLING AND ASSESSMENT CENTER, Top Tier Construction & Maintenance and a host of other relatives and friends;Special Gratitude is Extended to: The Management and Staff at Home Away from Home especially Mervie Knowles, Madea Butler, Nikara Davis, Feddline Paul, Carole Johnson & Madeline Pierre, Management and staff of Paradise In Home Care, The Rev’d Fr. Kirkland Russell, The Rev’d Fr. Joshua Davis, The Rev’d Fr. Colin Saunders, Miss Shanda Simmons-Chappies Pharmacy, Dr Lynden Cooper, Dr Leviticus Rolle, Dr Micheal Parkinson, Tiffany Martinborough, Chris Bain, Tonto Barbershop. Relatives and friends may Sign The Book of Condolences at The Church on Saturday from 12:30 p.m. until service time.
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Death Notices For Gloria Eunice Ann Pedican, 81
a resident of #105 Columbus Drive and formerly of Williams Town, Exuma, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, 3rd October, 2026 at The Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King, East Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Father Kirkland Russell. Interment will follow at The Grand Bahama Memorial Park#2. Left to cherish his memory his loving wife and best friend: Gwendolyn RolleDorsett; siblings: Alma Meria (Rev. Urban) Knowles, Emelitta Sweeting, Winifred and Patricia Dorsett, Thomas Dorsett Jr., Patrick Dorsett, James (Maria) Dorsett, Spence (Annamae) Dorsett Burket (Louis) Dorsett, Foster (Arnett) Dorsett; children: Vanria (Leroy) Malcom, Derrick (Nannetta) Dorsett, Porcia (Darrell) Godfrey, Donnalisa Dorsett, Warren (Sabrina) Dorsett, Antwan Dorsett, Yvette Lewis, Neville (Keysia) Rolle, Steven (Glenda) Rolle, John (Tameka) Knowles, Nathalie (Greg) Cooper, Charlene Rolle, Diana (Ken) Culmer, Sonia Rolle, Jandy Darville; his loving grandchildren: Trevor, Kevin, Kent, Kyle and Kristine Malcom, Ashley, Dylan, Darion and Danae Dorsett, Taylana and Zion Dorsett, Jeremiah, Jazel, Wynter and Summer Dorsett, Xavier Dorsett, Azari and Anijah Dorsett, G’von (Naivy’s) Cooper, Sharrell (Corey) Jones, Crista (Abraham) St. Phar, Gregory Cooper Jr., Nguyen (Alana) Stewart, Tranika (Jason) Claridge, Troy Garvey Jr., De’Andre and Kenjiro Culmer, Kenton, Nevandria, Netara and Nekeysia Rolle, Stephanie Rolle-Reid, Steven Jr., Stephon, Saliyah, Sierra, Siarra, Samiya, Janelle and Glenai Rolle, Jamiella MillerRobins, Alvin (Shareze) Deal, John Jr., Jada and Janiyah Knowles, Azariah Lowe, Laya and Symphony Darville; numerous great-grands, & great-grand nieces and nephews, and cousins too numerous to mention; other relatives and friends including: Samuel Rolle, Minerva Bethel, Shirley Seymour, Gloria Lewis, Roslyn Ferguson, Basil Rolle, Troy Garvey, Zina Robins, Ché Darville, Johnathan Knowles, Pauline Butler, Billyjean Ferguson, Dwayne Pennerman and Family, Clinton Gray, The Campbell Family, The Goodwill Burial Society, Clergy and members of Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King Family. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Yager Funeral Home & Crematorium, Queens Highway, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 12:00 noon until 3:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
a resident of #170 Morgan Lane, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of New Providence, Bahamas died on Wednesday, 23rd September, 2026 at The Rand Memorial Hospital. She is survived by her children: Captain Don Pedican, John and Abigail Pedican and Dr. Mandi Pedican-Henderson; brother: Herman Alexander Taylor II and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Adrian Junior Rolle, 77 a resident of #53 Gladstone Terrace, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died on Monday, 21st September, 2026.
other relatives and friends.
He is survived by his daughters: Antoinette Burrows-Porter, Dr. Destiny Rolle-Keen and Dynasty Rolle; adopted son: Denver Sands; sons-in-law: Dahlian Porter and Oral Keen; granddaughters: Jayda Payne, Jaide Keen, Jisselle Porter and Chloe Keen; grandson: Dylan Keen; brothers: Nolvin and Anthony Rolle; sister: Shrilene (Katie) Rolle; and a host of
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Charmaine Laverne Edgecombe, 43
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Lambert Johnson, 63
A resident of Jamacia Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, died at his residence on Monday 21st September 2026.
A resident of Balfour Avenue, died at his residence on Thursday 24th September 2026.
Latario was predeceased by his mother: Judymae Rolle; Stepmother: Gwendolyn Pinder; Grandmother: Laura Rolle.
Lambert was predeceased by his Parents Robert and Johnson and Susan Clarke Johnson.
Left to cherish her memories are her loving husband: Clint Edgecombe Sr.; Father: Derek Clarke Sr.; 2 Sons: Clint Jr. and Quintin Edgecombe; 3 Sisters: Quinea Miller, Dericka and Odessa Clarke; 3 Brothers: Derick Clarke Jr., Derek Clarke and Nelson Clarke; 6 Aunts, 5 Uncles; and a host of other relatives and friends too many to mention at this time.
Left to cherish his memories are his father: Jason Pinder; Brothers: Valetino Rolle, Anthony Mortimer, Judino Wilson and Justin Rolle; Sisters: Jalisa Mortimer, Stacy Moss and Judeka Wilson; Aunts: Janice Pinder, Telsine Rolle, Dellarese Pinder, Lyndale Lewis Tonya Longley, Moria Pinder, Tamika Pinder and Lizzianne Rolle; and a host of other relatives and close friends too many to mention at this time.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Colleen Johnson; 1 Daughter: Lamdeisha Johnson; 1 Son: Lambert Johnson Jr.; 3 Brothers: Henry Butler, Terrance Bullard and Chuck; 2 Sisters: Marjorie and Norma Johnson; and a host of other relatives and friends too many to mention at this time.
Funeral Services is being handled by Sunset Mortuary and Crematorium and will be announced at a later time.
Funeral Services is being handled by Sunset Mortuary and Crematorium and will be announced at a later time.
A resident of Foxdale, Frank Edgecombe Street, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday 26th September 2026. Charmaine was predeceased by her mother: Andrea Clarke; 2 Sisters: Michelle Clarke and Lauren Saunders.
Funeral Services is being handled by Sunset Mortuary and Crematorium and will be announced at a later time.
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Memorial Service for Elder Valmore “Paul” Bullens, 67
Death Notice for Stephanie Darnell Treco, 74
of Nassau and formerly of Jamaica, will be held at Good News Seventh Day Adventist Church, Great Britain Street, Flamingo Gardens on Sunday, October 4th, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Kenny Deveaux Assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Cremation was held.
of Marsh Harbour, died peacefully at her home on Monday, September 21st, 2026.
He was preceded in death by His Parents: Ezekiel Elijah and Elsie Fiona Bullens.
Left to cherish her memory, her Children: Alana (Ian) Carroll, Lori (Roscoe) Thompson, and Ryan (Lydia) Higgs. Grandchildren: Taryn Carroll, Rocky Thompson, Audrey Higgs, and Ava Higgs. Sister: Lynne (Tim) Gann. Brothers-in-law: Robert Higgs, Gerald Themens and Henry Key. Sisters-in-law: Kelly Roberts, Shi Yang Roberts, and Maria Smith. Uncle: George (Linda) Albury. Aunts: Molly Albury and Joy Stratton. Nephews: Tracy (Erin) Roberts, Phillip (Mallory) Roberts, Kurt (Rachel) Key, Thomas Key, Paul (Jenny) Roberts, Stephen (Sabrina) Higgs, Luke (Valine) Higgs, Amos Higgs, Kian Smith, Brian Cartwright, Chad Shepard, Owen Shepard, and Alain Themens. Nieces: Christine (Raymond) Albury, Darcy (Tony) Albury, Donna (Mike) Higgs, Tanja (Craig) Bennett, Shelley Smith, Athena Smith, and Chantel Themens.
Left to mourn are his, Wife: Gerthlyn; Sons: Valmore Dwayne, Daron Rolle (adopted); Daughter: Valyncia Lynnique; Brothers: Donald “Don”, Rowan “Moses” Bullens; Sister: Joy Bass, Valerie “Diane” Boswell, Mary “Cordell”Shaw; Sisters-in-law: Edwena Bullens, Curlean Berry, Paula Bain, Dr. Joan King, Gaylene Lloyd, Sherleen Roker, Zerenique Rahming; Brothers-in-law: William Bass, Oswell Boswell, Glen Shaw, Richard Berry, Nelson Bain. Numerous Nieces, Nephews and Cousins along with a host of other close relatives and friends including: The Pastoral Team, Officers and Members of The Bethany Seventh-day Adventist Church, Good News, Grants Town, and Berea SDA Churches, The South Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventist, and Marine Transport Company.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Tony Treco; and her brothers, Henry Roberts and Scott Roberts.
She will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by her extended family, friends, and all who knew and loved her.
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Death Notices for Willis Russell, 52 of Treasure Cay, died at Gunpowder Creek on Monday, September 28th, 2026. He was predeceased by his Mother: Gloria Mikula Knowles; Brother: Dedric Russell. Left to cherish his memory is his Father: Marshall Russell; Daughter: Brianna Russell; Brothers: Darron, Valdez and Laterio Russell; Sisters: Katherine, Romana, Mashanna, Delta Russell, Cutelle Neymour, and Melissa Lowe; and a host of other relatives and friends that will be mentioned at a later date. Funeral arrangements had been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary located on Village & Parkgate Road.
Pandora Marie Lockhart, 51 of Romer Street, Fox Hill, died at her home on Friday, 18th September, 2026. She is survived by her Husband: Anwar Lockhart Sr.; Son: Anwar Lockhart Jr; Daughter: Nevaeh Lockhart; Grandson: Ayden Lockhart; sisters: Eleanor Bowleg, Bernadette Bowleg, Glendina Rahming, Yvonne Brown; Brothers: Samuel Rahming Sr. Alexander Rahming, Jonathan Rahming Sr., André Rahming, Aunts: Noma Rahming, Isadora Kemp, Ivy Rolle, Deena McPhee, Uncles: Cyril McPhee, Dr. Elliston Rahming, Lennis Rahming, Malfreth Rahming, Charles Rahming; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Doraline Evans, 41 of Palm Beach Street, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026.
Joan Marie Gordon, 82
She was predeceased by her Father: Samuel Duncombe; Brothers: Hiram Maxwell Evans, Dunco Duncombe, Dunberro Duncombe; Step Father: George Davis.
of Regency Park, died at her residence on Friday September 25th 2026.
Left to cherish her memory is her Mother: Daphne Evans-Davis; Sisters: Angela Beneby, Sherilee (Fluggy) Suezzett Edon; Brothers: Lala Gaitor, Anthony Bostwick, Bradley Young (Super) & a host of other relatives and friends that will be mentioned at a later date. Funeral arrangements had been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary located on Village & Parkgate Road.
She is survived by her Son: Zhavargo Evans; Daughters: Monique & Michela Gordon; Brother: Alfred Ferguson; Sisters: Veronica Wilmott, Ernestine Sands, Rochelle Coakley; 4 Grand children numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends that will be mentioned at a later date. Funeral arrangements had been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary located on Village & Parkgate Road.
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Funeral Services For Mr. Kimbo Oliver Guerrier, 51 affectionately called “Kimbo King” a resident of Fire Fly Close, Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Southwest Cathedral Church of God, Carmichael Road on (TODAY) Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Cranston V. G. Evans assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, John F. Kennedy Drive & Gladstone Road, New Providence. Kimbo Oliver Guerrier was predeceased by his loving mother: Minister Olive Blanche Martin; nephew: Beetrum Jerado Guerrier. Left to cherish fond and precious memories of Kimbo are his father: Aris Guerrier; son: Kimbo Guerrier Jr.; sisters: Monique Charlow, Shawnette Guerrier, Bridgette Henfield, Arise Guerrier-Augustin, Joyce and Genia Guerrier; brothers: Pastor Elect Ricardo Guerrier, Aris Guerrier, Steve and Richard Paul; sister-in-law: Jacklyn Guerrier; brothers-in-law: Kevin Henfield and Keith Charlow; aunts: Dorothy Sands, Shirley Smith, Carnetta Nixon and Eunice Occident of New York; aunt-in-law: Monica Martin of New York; unclein-law: Frank Nixon; nieces: Monteria Rahming, Michaela Gayle, Brittany Smith, Arica, Iesha, Amyguyanna and Isis Guerrier, Nickarise, Faith and Dream Augustin, Ava Guerrier, Sky Paul, Genithia Louis, Nala Gibson and London Paul; nephews: Cotec Guerrier, Kyheil Henfield, Carl Strachan, Stevenson Telfort Jr., Nick Augustin Jr., Jimmy Baptise, Faquierson Paul and Destin Louis; grandnieces: Gabrielle and Ricarra Gayle, Taysha Guerrier, Anthonica Taylor, Kleigha Strachan, Da’zarri Guerrier and Tahani Clarke; grandnephews: Ricardo Gayle Jr., Udahrae Jr. and Umahrae Rahming, Jahkari Strachan, Elijah Penn Jr., Camari Guerrier and Osiris Clarke; nephews-in-law: Ricardo Gayle and Udahrae Rahming; niece-in-law: Taria Strachan; cousins: Lorna Sands, Annabell Gibson, Theresa Mortimer, Rev. Sherma Bowe, Carol Wilson, Mannecha Scott of Texas, Jill Occident of New York, Lexi Charlton, Lonice, Travis, Tracy and Sabrina Hart, Theresa Simmons, Hope Williams, Joy Taylor, Richard, Rev. Cyril Sands, Stephen, Frederick and Bradley Sands, Ellis Occident, Sidney Gomez, Alexander Flowers, Craig, Allan, Shandell, Nathria, Matty, Natasha and Tamara Martin, Natasha Pennerman, Georgenell and Branay Neely, Georgetta Neely-Tylor, Georgimae Williams, Sharice Sands, Ricardo and Mecal Newbold, Marcian Williams; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Maganna Smith, the Martin family, Sharon Henfield and family, Mischica Sands, Sharon Gayle and family, Yvette Knowles and family, Deborah Humes, Vanessa Bowe, Williamae McKenzie and family, Zendra Neely and family, A. F. Adderly Tigers Class of 1992, the staff of Aggreko, Bahamas Power and Light (BPL), Bishop Carlton Adderley and Southwest Cathedral Church of God family, Pastor Cranston V. G. Evans and The Ekklesia Fellowship family and the community of Fire Fly Close and numerous others relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.
Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
(Red Bays, North Andros)
Mr. John David Gibson, 64 a resident of Red Bays, North Andros, Bahamas will be held at New Salem Baptist Church, Red Bays, North Andros on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Assistant Pastor Mackey Knowles assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in The Minnis View Public Cemetery, Red Bays, North Andros. Left to cherish his memories is his daughter: Johnegua Gibson (Jerome) Russell; son: Anwar Gibson Sr.; grandchildren: Anora, Anwanek, Akeitha, Anwar Gibson Jr., David Gibson, Elara Smith, Ayla Russell, Destiny Tinker; adopted daughter: Christina Bain, Brothers: Donald (Elrina) Lewis, Nehemia Lewis, Wattrin Lewis, Barry Lewis, Rosevelt Lewis, Kendrick (Cindy) Tinker, Jeffery Rolle, Landril Gibson, Bernard Gibson, Enoch Gibson, Pastor Deon (Anetta) Gibson; sisters: Jacklyn Lewis, Carmeta (Fritzgerald Sr.) Taylor, Flossieme (Issac) Colebrook, Omelia Dixon, Rose (Deon) Colebrook, Christine Gibson, Tamara Adderley, Christal Gibson, Raven Gibson; in laws: Mackey (Leanora) Knowles, Rufus (Normajean) Knowles, Jim (Lewayn) Knowles, Micheal (Monique) Knowles, Terry Russell, Martha Knowles; uncles: Cecil Marshall and Alphonsa (Triphnea) Lewis; aunts: Pastor Rudell Marshall & Deaconess Susanna Russell; nieces and nephews: Alex Barr, Barranet, Shonet and Benjanique Lewis, Desmond, Fritzgerald Taylor Jr., Denise (Gaddy) Senator, Geralden (Tereak) Moss, Rifker Lewis, Isanell and Faith Colebrook, Wilton Russell Jr., Eddy, Teddy Russell, Chino, Monique, Mindy Russell, George Colebrook, Lewan Knowles, Malcom, Makesha, Donavon and Danna Lewis, Brian, Elvera, Aron Russell, Audra, Ghandi, Mackey Jr., Antiko and Laguania Knowles, Rachael Oliver, Ashanti Knowles, Tamalle Evans, Calsey Jr., Kelson, Keshon, Cammy, Calvin, Karainque, Kelvonia, Chelsey Fowler, Clint and Samson Knowles, Micheal Jr., Maurice, Makai, Richardo and Maurio Knowles, Natoria, Demetrie, Junell, Fernando, Jay, Diego, Peaches, Kayden, Jamarion, Daisy, Redz, and Shaleen Knowles, Aniya Knowles, Destiny Tinker, Desanique, Carolyn, Teana Gibson, Brea and Berye Adderley, Latoya Major, Chrissonia and Christoff Neely, Summer, D’ezhanna, Lael, D’ondre, Juda, Janez Gibson, Deandra Barr, Brian Russell, Allen Been and Lance Newton; and a host of relatives and friends including: Jennifer Colebrook, Russell family, Demeritte family, Rolle family, Lowe Sound family, Mastic Point family, Colebrooke, Barr, Lewis, Marshall family, and many others too numerous to mention. Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Eternal Rest Mortuary,#244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas on Friday, October 2nd, 2026 from 10:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m. and again at The New Salem Baptist Church, Red Bays, North Andros on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 from 10:00 a.m until service time.
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Funeral Services For Prophetess Sherry Deloris Wilmore-Sturrup, 69 affectionately called “Tabby” a resident of St. John Avenue, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas, will be held at New Mount Zion MBC, Baillou Hill Road South, New Providence on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Archbishop Dr. G. Elton Major assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road, New Providence. Sherry was predeceased by her husband: Michael Sturrup; parents: Harold George and Bernice Louise Smith-Wilmore; sister: Suzanne Wilson; niece: Trenell Dean. Precious memories will forever linger in the hearts of her children: Tamara and Nikita Wilmore, Monique Sturrup-Barr, Margo Sturrup, R/Constable 3113 Teneille Mackey, Sharnardo Greene and Amanda Nelson; step children: Shericka Sturrup-Gordon, Anastacia, Jamal and Shavargo Sturrup; grandchildren: Sergeant 3975 Deshana Burnside, Micheal McPhee, Devantae Hunter, Jevon Johnson Jr., Renisha Percentie, Jadin Huyler, Destiny, Dwight and Zhivargo Thompson, Davica and Brianna Treco, Jason Barr Jr., Jada Johnson, Joseph Arriaga, Tamron Johnson, AuBriella Arriaga, Zevon and Jaga Johnson, Angelina Meade, Jasinique Barr and Legend Meade; great grandchildren: DevAnae Hunter, Shaddi McPhee, Omani Woods, Zhivargo Thompson Jr. and Mikaya McPhee; sisters: Overseer Sandra Thompson, Rev. Stephanie Mackey, Sylvia Wilmore, Sonia Wilmore, Dr. Shane Neely-Smith, Sharmaine Morris, Shellina Wilmore-Bright, Sophia Deolall and Karen Clarke; brothers: Stephen, Stanley, Shelton and George Wilmore; nieces: Latoya Delancey, Sadaka McKenzie, Lemra Joseph, Raquel Dean, Sharmaine, Kasha and Shanderia Wilmore, Lanae Wilmore, Rhonda and Rashedia Wilson, Shakara Maurice, Ederah and Ednicka Ferguson, Dr. Donisha Smith, Jenny and Michelle Morris, Swanique Sawyer, Sandiana and London Wilmore; nephews: Sidney Bethel, Asst. Commissioner of Police Dr. Roger Thompson, Bernard Stubbs, Stephen, Lorenzo, Dominic and Stephon Wilmore, Quentin Gibson, Dr. Romon Neely, Stanley, Jayden, Justin, Jordan, Sharad, Shelton Jr. and Shaquielle Wilmore; grandnieces: Alexis, Kalia, Zoe, Radeisha, Tramiah, Treasure, Trinity, Khedeshia, Adonia and (Arlington Collie), Rashandi, Minell, Kamora, Kashi’brella, Angel, Layla, Taj, Shadea, Cordia, Malaysia, Olivia and Alina; grandnephews: Sidney Jr., Jamaal, Shaquille, Latario, Malachi, Ricardo, Dr. Rashad Sweeting, Gerez, Jerone, Keanu, Teal’ C, Gebriel-Liam, Mark, Shamar, King, Kamari, Khai, Caleb, Lahm and Noah; great grandnieces: Josiah, Amira, Amora and Aria; great grandnephews: Gerez Jr., Amirr, Gregory and Kingston; sisters-in-law: Denise and Toya Wilmore; brothers-in-law: Donovan Smith, Winston Morris; cousins: Charlene and Sherry Whylly, Norma and Chrissy Thurston, Linda, Lorrie, Lisa, Miller, Theresa, Sarah and Stensy Walkes, Sandra and Tony Mackey, Shavanya and Bernard Hanna and Belera and Pebbles Wilmore; numerous relatives and friends including: Lincoln McKenzie, Travis Joseph, Maurice, Nicole Neely, Randolph Wilson, Edgar Neely, Calvin Sawyer, Edward Dean, Phillip Stubbs,
Edward Ferguson, Deborah Wilmore, Giovanni, Gabriel, Theresa, Theresa Kemp, Monique Glinton, Claudette Wilmore, Lisa Mortimer-Woodside, Dorothy Roberts & Family, Bernice Nairn & Family, Joycelyn Thurston-Curry, The management and staff of Doc’s Pharmacy, Rev Dr. Alton Major and Family, Macedonia Baptist Church, Faith Ministries, Christian Life Church, Mission Through Faith Church, Zion Cornerstone Church, Bain Family, Dean Family and The Pinewood Gardens Community and others too numerous to mention. Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary, #244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence on Friday, October 2, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and again on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
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Sidney Bain Jr., 10 a resident of Lincoln Boulevard, Englerston, New Providence, Bahamas, who passed away at Montague Beach on Tuesday, September 23, 2026 He is survived by his father: Sidney Bain Sr.; mother: Jeannise Faustin; sister: Abigail Seymour; grandmother: Marguerite Taylor and Clothilde Prosper and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time. Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Mr. Norris Rahming, 75 a resident of Silk Cotton Street, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas who passed away on Wednesday, 23rd September, 2026 at the Princess Margaret Hospital. He was predeceased by his daughter: Christine Rahming. He is survived by his wife: Helen Rahming; daugther: Karen Rahming; son: Mike Rahming; step sons: John Knowles II and Michelo Blatch; grandchildren: Abeni (Stephen) Strachan, Omega Deveaux, Alecia Ellis, Joshua Rahming, Christinique Seymour, Aniyah Deveaux, John Knowles III and Michelo Blatch II; great grandchildren: London Martin, Logan Martin, Skyland Strachan & Sy’aire Clarke; brother: Lennox Rahming; sister: Laura Forbes numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service For
Matriarch Elvert Roselle Mills, 86 affectionately called “Grammy”
of Christie Street, Dundas Town, Abaco, Bahamas will be held on Sunday, 4th October, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Friendship Tabernacle Church, Dundas Town. Officiating will be Bishop Silbert Mills assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will be held at Friendship Tabernacle Memorial Garden, Dundas Town.
Precious memories will forever linger in the hearts of her daughters: Stephanie MillsCampbell, Donna Burrows, Constance Bethel, Kayla Lockhart, Vanessa (Clyde) Lockhart-Fraser, Indira Edwards, Joan (Derick) Lockhart-Culmer and Hazel Ashton) Greenslade; sons: Troy (Judith) Mills, Owen Parks and Duane Mackey Sr.; adopted sons: Dr. George Charite, Stan Ferguson and Frank Rolle; adopted daughter: Julie Patrice Duncanson; brother: Lofton Mills; granddaughters: Shikera Burrows, Chenara Edwards, Jade Reginald) Miller, Alana Campbell, Gabriella (Richard) Cleare, Sinclair (Derick) Stuart, Chandra Mackey, Okita Parks, Sarah Mills, Shejana Mills, Marquita Lowe, Ashti Greenslade, Lynn Culmer and Vashti Smith; grandsons: Patrick Roberts, TuWari Pinder, Chase (Jessica) and Jaime (Fanny) Bethel, Naason Sands, Jubert Campbell, Duane Mackey Jr., Timothy Lowe, Troy Mills Jr., Drake, Perez and Chandler Mills, Ricardo Alfred (Siantta) Ashteron and Ashton Greenslade and Tamar Fernander; great grandchildren: Donnaaja Thompson, Shavantae Roberts, Angelique Farrington, Tristan, Cole, Jace and Leiyah Bethel, Grey Cleare, Shiloh Roberts, King Stuart, Akira Mills Adonia Newbold, Amari Newbold, O’Tavio McDonald, Tristan Orlando and Wynter, Safari, Safir Alfred; nieces: Eunice Mills, Janet Shepherd, Francis Deveaux, Julie Mills, Marguerite Mills, Rosemary (Kirk) Thompson, Norma Murray, Wensilee Mills, Maedawn Curry, Mary Roberts, Julia Mills, Bertlyn Linden, Beatrice Charlton, Liz (Lenward), Cornish, Brenda (Howard) Roberts, Melanie (Darren) Haston, Carolee (Vincent Sr.) Seymour, Rebecca Mills, Wisidene (Devain) Maycock, Sherrell Mills, Bernadette Mills, Linda Andrews, Esther Michel, Tanya Adderley, T’Shura Mills, Anika Mills, Chelsia “Tj” Thompson and Deasia Cooper; nephews: Michael Mills, Ezra Mills, Dale
(Paulette) Mills, Silbert (Dolly) Mills, Wayde Mills, Glen Mills, Don Mills, Paul Mills, Carl “Juicy” Mills, Bradley Mills, Fabian (MaryAnn) Archer, Cay Mills, Brian Russell, Barry (Christine) Botswick, Richard Parks, Lofton “Walter” Mills Jr, Dave Darville, Chaz Darville, Tysheron (Marsha) Williamson and Brandon Russell; godchildren: Carolee Seymour, Clifford Henfield, Jabari Clarke and N’kyah McPhee; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Emmaline Lockhart, The Rt. Hon. Hubert A. Ingraham, His Excellency Lowell Mortimer, Paula Morley, Garnet Dean, Rev. Copeland Morley and Family, Rev. Kenneth Knowles and Family, Mother Alice Deveaux and Family, Ishmael Morley and Family, Olive Forbes and Family, The Henfield Family, The Family of the late Ann Saunders, Ezra and Nicola Fox, Staff of Integrated Medical Center, Eliza Wallace and Family, Carolyn Wallace and Family, Persis Lockhart and Family, Maureen Lesbott and Family, Hiram Lockhart and Family, Osborne “Goose” Lockhart and Family, Sylvia Moxey and Family, Andy and Tammara Sands and Family, David and Shernett Nowack and Family, Janette Dumont, Trevor Swain, Elvis Edgecombe, Wayne Gaitor and Family, Sheila Bannister, Gerald and Barbara Sawyer, Percy Rolle, Father Whitfield and Bernadette Hutcheson, Angela Rolle and Family, Karen Hepburn, Karen Thompson, Marsha and Bianca Ferguson, Kayla Barnes, Deidra and Keith Sands, Denise Barnes, Trevor Stuart, Javaro “JJ” Kemp, Gina Bain, Andy Moss, Henry Oliver, Jimmy Williams, Viola Forbes and Family, Mr. and Mrs. Tony Case and Family, Clement King and Family, Eleanor Russell and Family, Sylvia Smith, Phillip Hilton, Sonia Cox-Hamilton, Andrew and Cheryl Chea, Mildred Young, Bettee Albury and Family, The Family of the late Yvonne Key, Willamae Edgecombe, Felix Fleurisamer, Ellie Saunders, Andrew “Caya” Wilson, Patrick Meus, Wilson Austral, Lorraine Adderley and Family, Bishop Damien Fox-Gibson, Raquel M. Woodside, Okell Solomon, Essa Knight, The Mortimer Family Travel Group, The Mills, Newbold, Dawkins, Hepburn, Sawyer, Reckley and Cornish Families, Friendship Tabernacle Church Family, Christ The King Anglican Church Family, Former employees of Treasure Cay Ltd and Great Abaco Beach Hotel, The Management and Staff of Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium, The communities of Dundas, Murphy Town and Marsh Harbour and numerous other relatives and friends. Viewing will be held in the Chapel at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, Robinson and Soldier Roads, New Providencer on (TODAY) Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at Friendship Tabernacle Church, Dundas Town, Abaco on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Sunday.
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Dahphaney Jahtaevia Jamarie Crislean Maxine, 20 affectionately called ‘Tavia’
of Johnson Avenue, Dundas Town, Abaco, Bahamas, will be held on Saturday, 3rd October, 2026, 10:00 a.m. at Change Ministries International, Murphy Town, Abaco. Officiating will be Bishop Samuel Cornish assisted by Pastor Carmen Cornish. Interment will be held at Central Pines Memorial Cemetery, Abaco.
Left to cherish her memories are her mother: Crystal Bostwick; father: Jimmy Maxine; grand parents: Revenel Maxenat, Guerda and Tony Pierre and Laverne Bostwick; brother: Josiah Valcin; sisters: Zendaya Valcin, Shanae, Ashley, Kayla and Shanika Maxine; uncles: Petral Rolle, James and Arthur Bostwick and Jamie Davis; aunt: Haille Bostwick; grand uncles: Eric Cooper, Flawood (Partice) Cooper, Jason and Dremeco Cooper, Felix Cooper, Samuel (Marie) Fenelus, Kenny (Gina) Fenelus, Benjamin and Scotty Fenelus and Emanuel Nelson; grand aunts: Beatrice Morley, Genevieve McIntosh, Jacqueline (Wendell) Johnson, Jewel (Fairel) McIntosh, Mary Bethel, Maryetta Nelson, Sarah and Betty Fenelus; cousins: James Jr. and Ariah Bostwick, Aquilla and Tapetria Rolle, Philippa, Ashanti and Aiden McIntosh, Tina Morley, Jakiel, Azariah, Jalen and Ariah Cartwright, Kavaughn and Topaz Cooper, Feairo and Felicity Cooper, Pheral, Keturah, Ayceon McIntosh, Dahlia and Vaughn Bostfield, Kianna Cooper, Shela, Kimber, Kairo, Malani, Malachi and Shiloh Fenelus, Samuel Jr., Brianna, Felisha, Ryzen, Malcom and Suri Fenelus, Lys, Carlos, Johnette, Nicole, Josiah and Ashley Nelson, Kendricka and Geno Fenelus, Edney, Amaria and Amaya Bethel, Elijah and Skyler Fenelus; the village that raised her: McGarrett Simms, Charlotte and Janette Swann, Roderick and Mary Strachan, William LaFleur, Jasmine Curry, Latoya Swain Saunders, David Demosthene, Nikkita Rankin, Karen, Kayrel, Samantha and Sameka Grant, Vincent Valcin, Anna and Irwin Young; godparents: Antwanya Fox, Berthlyn Cornish-Linden and Capal; other relatives and friends including: Cherise Saunders, Shalena Russell and Jermaine Woodside, Dwight, Raquel and Gregory Cox, Mr. Leonardo Romer, Ms. Felix, Mrs. Williams Rolle, Ms. Walker, Mr. Leonardo Cornish, Jessica, Naveah, Natasha Smith, Brian Cornish,
Isna and Telia Alcinor, Pheron Carey, Lamond Cross, Marc, Malik, Aldean and Donna Watson, Miracle, Calvin, Cassidy, Lillianna, Mahalia, Mario and Naomi Jean-Louis, Mrs. Toote, Kiwannae Johnson, Ms. Reckley, Mrs. Diaz, Shadae McDermotte, Jermaine Williams, Allison Curry, Jackie Bootle, Krista Henchell, Ashana and Linda Thervil, Ronald Authur, Ernie Thervil, Enique McIntosh and Family, Claudia Knowles and Family, Amanda Pritchard and Family, Elizabeth Huyler and Family, Romeca Cox and Family, Jamaal Mcintosh and family, Julie and Judy Curry, The Coopers, Bostwicks, Sands and Family, The Martin Family, St. Francis de Sales Family and Patrick J Bethel Staff and class of 2023, The University of The Bahamas Staff, UB’s Volleyball Teammates, The Rebels Volleyball Teammates, The Lady Royals Flag Football Teammates and Tigers Flag Football Teammates, Change Ministries Praise Dancers (Abaco and Nassau Campus) and The Medi-Center Family, Home Fabric Staff Abaco and those who she came in contact with through the various organization she was a part of. May Her Soul Rest In Paradise and Rise in Glory! Viewing will be held at Change Ministries International, Murphy Town, Abaco on Friday from 12:00 noon until service time on Saturday.
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Alouius Thelamour, 77
a resident of Revival Faith Way off Malcolm Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, who died at Doctor’s Hospital on Monday, 28th October, 2026.
relatives and friends.
He is survived by his sons: Jean-Morisette, Josue Jean-Pierre and Dieudonne Pierre-Louis; daughters: Anita Thelamour, Lucie Alouidor and Carline Jean-Pierre; grandchildren: Saniyah Thelamour; cousins: Mealon Thelamour-Sinor, Jolibert Thelamour, Roscoe Strachan, Maricka Sinor and Eric Sinor and a host of other
Funeral arrangements are being finalised and will be announced at a later date.
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Mrs. Rowena Ruperta Campbell-Gibson, 89 affectionately called “Miss Ruby”
of Garden Villas, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of St. Catherine, Jamaica will be held on Saturday, October 2, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Temple Assembly of God, Clive Avenue, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Terrence Jones assisted by Rev. Dr. Unay Jones Pastor. Cremation will follow. Rowena was predeceased by her sons: Derrick Robinson Sr., Angela Leslie and Paul Grant; brothers: Valdi and Vincent; sisters: Martha, Mary and Florence; niece: Claudette Robinson. Precious memories will linger in the hearts of her loving children: Jennifer Robinson, Devon Robinson, Howard Robinson, Tharlone Rose Sr. and Dwayne Rose Sr.; bonus daughters: Patrice Jacks, Trudy Bowe, Malinda Cooper and Delores Rose; grandchildren: Marlon Wellington, Tashika Gray, Derrick Robinson Jr., Gregor Francis (Fhree), Regina Pines, Paul Grant Jr., Akeem Leslie, Ashley Robinson, Sijae McGowan, Lakay McGowan, Howard McGowan, Jermaine McGowan, Ashan McGowan, Goddess Johnson, Isis Johnson, O’Neil McGowan, Oshane Robinson, Divine Johnson, Kiawana Johnson, Dwanette Rose, Rickeisha Rose, Dwanika Rose, Dwanae Rose, Rickeya Rose, Dwayne Rose, Jahnay Simmons, Dwanelle Rose, Tharlone Rose Jr., Rickeem Rose, Radejha Rose; great grandchildren: Richard Anderson, Skyla Anderson, McKenzie Grimes, Emmanuel, Eyahna, Elijah, Ezra, Jemeke Rose, Sarai Mortimer, Alani Rose and Dylani Dream Claude; sister: Vashti; nieces and nephews: Henry Robinson, Leroy Robinson, Franklin Robinson, Paula Robinson and Paulette Robinson; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Charlene King, Loma Laing (Rose), Clay, Claudia, Audrey Stuart, Lenneth Stuart (Rose), Pauline Hepburn, Wendy Hepburn, Quecy McFall, Shequeba
McFall, Monique, Troy Newbold, Dave Barr Jr., Vera Deveaux, Godfrey Saunders, Ricardo Rolle, Gloria, Ms. Peggy, Inez Hepburn, Mark Hepburn, Aaron Hepburn, Dorothy Russell, Brayon Bethel, Idalee Jones, Sydney Runks, Joy, and Dalorce Smith. A Heartfelt thanks to Management and Staff at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited Bahamas. Mama Ruby leaves behind a beautiful family that extends far beyond the names we could possibly mention today. She is survived by her siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and many dear friends who were blessed to share a part of her life. While we cannot name each and every person individually, please know that your love, memories, and connection to Mama Ruby are a meaningful part of the legacy she leaves behind. Viewing will be held in the “Celestial Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.
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Abner Mackey, 89 a resident of Greensboro, North Carolina, United States of America and formerly of Gregory Town, Eleuthera, Bahamas, who died at his residence on Tuesday, 22nd September 2026. He is survived by his wife: Rochelle Mackey; son: Anthony Mackey; daughters: Angela Scavella, Michelle Sturrup and Jill Mackey; sister: Shirley Johnson and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are being finalised and will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service For Michael Emmanuel Forbes, 40
of Blackwood, Abaco, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, 3rd October, 2026, 10:00am at Lifegate Christian Ministries International, Blackwood, Abaco. Officiating will be Pastor Julian S. Black assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will be held at Blackwood Community Cemetery, Blackwood, Abaco. He was predeceased by his father: Jessie Emmanuel Forbes Sr.; mother: Adelrose Forbes; sister: Linda Forbes.
He is survived by his wife: Ginette Forbes; sons: Michael Emmanuel Forbes Jr. and Macaiah Emmanuel Forbes; daughter: Juliette Anastacia Forbes; sisters: Victoria Forbes and Roseline Forbes-Pierre; brothers: Oliver Emmanuel Forbes and Jessie Emmanuel Forbes Jr.; nieces: Princess Alina Rose Forbes, Brittany Johnelle Pierre, MaKayla J’nae Pierre, Olivia Forbes and Mae’lani Forbes; nephew: Joshua Emmanuel Forbes; sisters-in-law: Lucy Forbes and Dinesha Forbes; brother-in-law: Johnny Pierre; aunts: Francina Forbes, Islyn Mcintosh, Clarita O’Brien Forbes, Patrice Forbes, Lucy Symonette, Roselyn Lawless, Gabriel Symonette, Evelyn McIntosh, Mavis Forbes, Mary Forbes, Beatrice Buchanan, Mary McKenzie and Karen Antonio; uncles: Rev Stafford Symonette, Joseph Emmanuel Forbes, David Williams, Anderson Wilmore, Wilton Antonio and Leslie McKenzie; cousins, other relatives and friends including: Stephen McIntosh, Marissa Thompson, Dovie McIntosh, Shane Hawkins, Shikara Partrick, Brook Capron Jr. Natashia Lightbourne, Galmo Williams, Patrona Cash, Jermaine Cash, James Cash, John Cash, Jeremy Cash, Drew Capron, Anethera Adderley, Camille Symonette, Cranston Symonette, Cara Symonette Poitras, LaTanya Symonette, Lynette Dean, Jackson Blatch, Pedro Dean, Deon Curry, Samantha Curry, Paul Curry, Pedro Dean, Savieon Dean, Lavanya Dean, Devon Curry and Karen Swain. Viewing will be held at Lifegate Christian Ministries International, Blackwood, Abaco on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. until service time on Saturday.
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a resident of Staniard Creek, Andros, Bahamas died at Fresh Creek Clinic on Monday, 28th September, 2026.
He is survived by his children: Myles Marlane and Miesha Johnson-Hinsey; sonin-law: Renardo Hinsey; grandsons: Myles Johnson Jr., Myan, and Khaza Hinsey; granddaughters: Latonya Johnson and Sage Hinsey; great granddaughter: Jh’Ream Johnson; mother of children: Helen Hudson; brothers: Matthew, Timothy, Sean, Dillon Johnson, Otis, Troy, Randolph (Pinka), Braidon Neymour; step sisters: Miriam and Lavanda Robinson; sisters-in-law: Isadora, Yvonne, Patsy, and Karen Johnson and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are being finalised and will be announced at a later date.
Diondrea Kija Symonette, 50
a resident #16 Millar’s Height, New Providence, Bahamas who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, 28th September, 2026. She is survived by her sisters: Cordina Kemp, Elder Dornell Symonette, Delladian Symonette and Antoinette Bain; brothers: Christian Bullard Garome Hanna Edward, Kevin and Dominic Symonette; brother-in-law: Assistant Superintendent of Police Trevor Kemp and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Khyle Anfernee Sharife Higgs, 31
of Muttonfish Drive, Golden Gates #1, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Friday, October 2nd, 2026 at Evangelistic Temple, 15 Collins Avenue, New Providence at 10:00am. Officiating will be Pastor Keno Smith assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence. We remember those who went before Khyle including his great grandmother: Mary Jane Butler; grandparents: Deborah Higgs, Charlesetta Allen & Charles Godfrey Saunders I; godmother: Claudette Evans. Khyle’s memory, legacy and love will remain entrenched in the hearts of all who love him, including his parents: Sinclair & Cutelle Higgs; brothers: Harewood Higgs & Christian (P’Andray) Saunders; sisters: Amberlee Higgs & Dr. Jenna Christie-Albert (Mickey); grandfather: Hartwell Higgs; nephew: Micah Albert; aunts: Fiona Dean, Chavale Hepburn, Cansharah Miller, Chantell Saunders, Petrika Ruecell & Gia Moxey-Saunders; uncles: Charles Saunders II, Darron Higgs, Pastor Domenic Dean, Leon Miller, Devon & Terrance Saunders & Marvin Benson; first cousins: Lauren-Ashley Turner, Braedawn Smith, Leon Miller, Nikolai, Charles Saunders III & Celeste Saunders, Tristen, Tyreece and Deedrick Higgs, Cali-Reign, Chloe-Raya, Cayli-Rose & Christian II Saunders; godparents: Levaughn Ferguson, Gilda (Kemier) Cooper, Tina (Tommy) Barry, Crystal Moss-Rolle, Reno Rigby, Oscar Woodside, Lorraine Bowleg & Jeff Moncur; adopted brothers: Geren (Melissa) Albury, Jeremy Harris, Anthony Rizzo, Rob (Anna) Williams Jr., Parker Cook-Weeks, Kelteron Ferguson, Tevan Rolle, Quincy Arthur, Crachad Laing, Earvin (Lashon) and Earl (Rachante) Rahming, Tremaine Taylor, Corey & KJ Stubbs, Charles Sealy III, Christian & Chadero Sealy, Nathan Patton, Ricardo Stuart, Machano Fawkes, Ross King II, Rashad Bullard, Dennis Mott, Markael Sands, Shaquille Sweeting, Gerrard Burrows, Gerrard Sawyer, Drameko Moore, Delron Inniss, Kristian Thompson, Stephen Russell Jr., D’Juan Seymour, Kevin Moxey Jr. & Donario Archer; adopted sisters: Najhi Stubbs, Juliana (Cristoff) Clarke, Ashley Oembler, Ti’narje & Tinae Barry; grandaunts: Helena Davis, Carol Bain-Burrows, Melanie Swaby, Nellie Darville, Cynthia Lightbourne & Gwendolyn Williams; granduncles: William Waiese Brown, Frederick Taylor, Earle Higgs & Patrick Adderley; great grand aunt: Ivy Ferguson; godchildren: Micah Albert, Amara & Charlotte Clarke, Jaylen Albury & Aaron Rahming; Cousins; Deborah Campbell & family, Doddridge (Michelle), Davis & family, Erica (Sterling Sr.), Symphony & Sterling Cooke Jr., Albertine (Scott) Davis-Coakley & family, Mr. & Mrs. Charles Sealy, Waiese, Wyberg, Waldon and Akiel Brown, Monique Taylor-Lincoln, Kendal, Falana & Tre Taylor, Hon. Min. Keith R. Bell, Keith (KB), Domenic and Nicholas Bell, Sherrise Turnquest, Sierra Edwards and Elena Turnquest, Michaella, Daylan, and Danae Forbes, Tanica Chipman, Myah Jones, Sheena Grant, Johnelle Darville, Dr. Arlington, Alfreda Ellis, Aaron & Romel Lightbourne, Charles, (Marilyn) CJ, Cordero & Phelisha Colebrooke, Petrona and Anton Powell, Al Lockhart & family, Cleophas, Cleovandra and Canaz Cooper, Dax, Simone & Shanique Wilson, Anya Major, Barry Sawyer Jr., Stanley & Alex Campbell, Therron Sainville & Family, Trenton Sainville & Family, Kemia, Garett, Kishia Cooper, Carletha,
Carl, Valencia (Brian) & Ivan Johnson, Sean Williams, Shelley Scavella, Iris (Rev. Alaric) Hunter, Sabrina, Samona & Kevin Waters (Miami Fl), Simmie Ford, Sheneka Johnson, Victoria (Al) Johnson (North Carolina), Rev. Prince (Donella) Bodie; other relatives and friends including: Mr. & Mrs. Ian Stubbs, Mrs. Pamela & Mr. Eddie Tabron, Julian Christie, the family of the late Thora Johnson, the family of the late Francina Johnson, the family of the late Winnifred Waters, the family of the late Eulamae Smith, the family of the late Kenneth Adderley, the family of the late Robert Elliston Higgs, the family of the late Paul L. S. Higgs Jr., the family of the late Rosemond Smith, the family of the late Ianthe Lightbourne, Min. The Honorable Bacchus & Mrs. Kim Rolle, Dawn & William Johnson, Pastor Quentin & Mrs. Renee Goodwin (North Carolina), Mr. & Mrs. Bruno Macchialli (Spain) and the management and staff of Unique Digital Assets, the Digital Asset Association of The Bahamas, the management and staff of Galaxy Bahamas Ltd., the management and staff of Swiss America Securities Ltd., the management & staff of Credit Suisse (The Bahamas), The Royal Bank of Canada, Mr. & Mrs. Felton Beneby & family, Mr. Nathaniel Adams & family, the brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., the sisters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., the brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., the brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., the brothers of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., the sisters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., the sisters of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., The Bahamas National Pan-Hellenic Council, The University of the Bahamas Athletics Department, the parents, coaches and student-athletes of Triple Threat Throwers, St. Augustine’s College Alumni Association, St. Augustine’s College class of 2010 and class of 2012, Mr. Andrew & Mrs. Marissa Thompson, Mr. Greg Burrows, Freedom Farm Baseball Association, The Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA), BAAA Coaches Association, Bahamas Olympic Committee, Queens University Alumni Association (Charlotte. North Carolina), Mr. Robert Williams Sr., Mr. & Mrs. Tommie Harris, Pastor & Mrs. Jon Montpetitt, Pastor Keno & Sis. Kikiya Smith, The Usher Board and the Evangelistic Temple family, Bishop Chadwick & Minister Christine James, the Mekaddish Ministries family, Reverend Doctor Anthony & Michelle Sampson, the Zion South Beach Baptist Church family, Father Roderick Bain & the St. Barnabas Anglican Church family, Venerable G. Archdeacon Kingsley & Sandra Knowles, Pastor Terrence Morrison, Charlene & Crachante Laing, Mr. Calvin Wallace & family, Mr. & Mrs. Kelvin Stubbs and Family Mr. Dave & Laura Charlton, Maxine Munroe & family, Donovan (PhD), Dr. Beverton, Osborne, Afton, Mark, Marlon, Joy, Desiree, Gia and Shantel Moxey, Mr. Ulin Saunders, Mr. Ryan Antonio & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Doyle Bethel & family, Mr. Vaughn Jones & family, Mr. Godfrey Arthur, Mr. Robert Cox, Mr. Stephen Johnson, Mr. Johnathan Mortimer & family, Management & Staff of Bahamas Power & Light, Bahamas Electricity Corporation, Bahamas Funeral Directors Association, Deacon Samuel Mitchell & family, Hazel Saunders & Family, Latoya Gibson & Family, Bettymae Poitier & family, Dorris Stockdale & family, Hon. Minister Pia Glover and the Golden Gates community, family and friends of Turks & Caicos, Felton G. Collie, Wendel Barry, Randolph McClain and family, Rev. Wesley Ferguson, Dwight Bonimy, Rev. Trajean Jadorette, Pastor Cranston V. G. Evans & Eklesion Fellowship church family, Historic Mount Zion Church family (Miami, Florida) and Zion Baptist Church East and Shirley Streets. We apologize for any names inadvertently omitted. Friends may pay their last respects at Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue & Talbot Street, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday, October 1st, 2026 from 10:00am to 6pm and on Friday from 8:30am until service time at the church.
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Funeral Services For Timothy Alexander Cartwright, 64 of Homestead Avenue, Lincoln Boulevard, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Morrisville, Long Island, Bahamas who died on Monday. August 31, 2026 will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Clarence Town, Long Island on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. Officiating will be Father Ruel J. Strachan. Interment will follow in Dunmore’s Public Cemetery, Dunmore, Long Island. He is survived by his son: Roberto Cartwright; daughter: Tawanna Cartwright; grandchildren: Amir Cartwright, Miracle Cartwright, Sarai Roberts, Keanna Johnson, Tampico Cartwright, Israel Cartwright and Faith Gina Gibson; brothers: Leon, Andre and Kevin Cartwnght and Derrick Wallace; sisters: Stephanie Dean, Ruthmae, Zelma, Natasha and Shonnel Wallace, Michelle Roxbury, Sabrina Major and Janet Halscott; brother-in-law: Livingston Armbrister; nieces: Christal and Samantha Ash, Anastacia Bethel, Leeandra Cartwright, Shealin Taylor, Sherril Wallace, Renae Roxbury, Shantel Major, Jennifer Halscott, Aaliyah Adderley, Shakara Whymms, Nicarra Escarment, Kaylin Cartwright and Leshann Cartwright; nephews: Leonardo, Leon, Deon, Keno, Olando, Christopher, Angeneko and Santario Cartwright, John Lamont Ash, Livingston and Decarlo Armbrister, Olando Wallace, Cordell Knowles, Roger Wallace, Kevon Cartwright, Adrian Collie, Jason Woods, Rosewell Major and Anthony Major; aunts: Cynthia Turnquest; grandnieces, grandnephews, and other relatives and friends including: Kristenique and Stephanique Rolle, Marvin Brown, Elvardo and Elvarinique Johnson, Evan Ash, Laran Brown Jr., and Reign Gwendolyn Lundy, Emile Knowles and family, Valence Turnquest and family, Wayne Watson, Marvin Cartwright and family, Colleen Adderley and family, Olivia Turnquest and family, Sandy Carroll and family, Ellis Major and family, Lorenzo Taylor and family, Michael McQueen and family, Sandra Sweeting and family, Margo Taylor and family, Michael Taylor and family, Nicole Turnquest and family, Pauline Turnquest, Lawrence Wallace and family, John Wells and family, Gladstone Taylor and family, Anthony Turnquest and family, Simeon Cartwright, the staff and patriots of Lloyd’s Sporting Lounge, the fishing community of Long Island especially the crew on the Miss Cassidy, and the entire community of Long Island. Viewing will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Clarence Town, Long Island on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to service time. Arrangements by Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue & Talbot Street, New Providence, Bahamas.
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Lavaris Sean Jamaal Cartwright, 41 of Sunset Ridge Road off Camperdown Drive, New Providence, Bahamas, regretfully announce his passing on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Lavaris was pre-deceased by his parents: Evangelist Lincoln and Minister Eleanor Cartwright. Left to cherish his memories are his brothers: Minister Lincoln Jason (Jewel) Cartwright and McDonald Cartwright; aunts: Gladys Munroe and Sherry Adderley; uncles: Luther and Felix Cartwright, Andrew Tynes, Clayton (Natasha) Williams and Richard Taylor of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA; nieces: Linsey and Jayla Cartwright; numerous cousins, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be announced at a later date. The family kindly asks for your prayers and support during this time of bereavement.
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Jeremiah James Dean, 69
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Maggelita Knowles, 96 of Queens Park of Farrington Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Kingston, Jamaica died on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
of Clarence Town, Long Island, Bahamas who died on Saturday, September 5, 2026, will be held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Hamilton’s, Long Island on Friday, October 2, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Officiating will be Fr. Benjamin Nwugo assisted by Catechist Paul Cartwright. Interment will follow in Dunmore’s Public Cemetery, Dunmore, Long Island. Jeremiah leaves to cherish his precious memories are his wife: Sandra Dean; sisters: Elaine Edgecombe, Sheva ‘Shelia’ Dean, and Edith Glass; brothers: Ezekiel Dean, Sinclair Dean, Alfred Dean, Gerald Dean and Gladstone Dean; nieces: Heida Adderley Knowles, Natasha Edgecombe, Cheyanne Dean and Ezekielle Dean; nephews: Ulysses Dean, Joseph Edgecombe, Clement Dean, Brandon Dean, Kenron Dean, Chris Dean, Neville Adderley, Alex Adderley, Dekinta Dean, Remon Alex Dean, Bryan Dean, Angelo Dean; grandnieces: Nathalia Edgecombe and Neveah Kemp; and a host of other relatives and friends, coworkers, and loved ones, too numerous to mention, whose lives he touched throughout his journey Jeremiah leaves to cherish his memory many dear friends including: Clint, Marian, Gabrielle and Zachary Knowles, Ella-Diane Farrington, Wendy and Jason Elder, his bosses at Flying Fish Marina, Solomon Andrew ‘Rabbi’ Taylor, Andrew Fox, Jemal Cartwright, Andre and Erica Darville, Sharlie Knowles, Jade Knowles, Roger and Zoe Cartwright, Godwyn and Jenifer Butler, the Restaurant Staff at Flying Fish Marina, the Clarence Town Community and many other friends and acquaintances too numerous to mention. Viewing will be held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Hamilton’s, Long Island on Friday from 2:00 p.m. until service time. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue & Talbot Street, New Providence, Bahamas
She is survived by heer husband of 55 years: Neville J. Knowles; daughter: Marilyn Jarrett; grandchildren: Mark Knowles, Natasha Green, Errol Alexander, Damian Alexander, Raquel McLeary, Jamaal McLeary, Maryann Barr, Vernique Tisdale, Tanya Cooper and Jermaine Davis; great grandchildren: Marcus, Isaiah, Joshua Knowles, Jordan Edwards, Arianna, Adrianna Alexander, Ryan, Matthew, Zachary, Sean Green, Alyssa Tisdale, Jamar McLeary, Travis, Terez, Trevonia, Trevano, Trevor, Destiny, La’Shante Alexander, Jamaal and Ja’niya Cooper; nieces: Venice Gordon, Anita Evans, Gillian Hernandez, and Patricia Evans; nephews: Andrew Evans, Patrick Evans, and Roger Evans; other family members and friends: Ashley Evans, Monique Evans, Kendra FeasterEdwards, Deron Patterson, Jevon, Jamal Roye, Asha Combs, Tandra, Brandon, Johnny, Shameka, Polly, Chris, Bradley, J.R. Evans, Shay Evans, Brenton Evans, Drew, Ricky, Raquel, Raylene, Denise, Sharon British, Thelma Saunders, Michael Clarke, Kathy Antonio and Family, Winsome Flowers, Nisha Toote, Berly Fernanda, Carol Rahming, Reggie and Monique Miller and Family, Jennifer Munning, Dexter Bodie, Fernon Clarke, Vanessa Norville and the entire staff of Demetrius Home and Care Center and other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
Rona Marcia Gibson, 60 of Peach Street, Pastel Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died in Havana, Cuba on Thursday, September 3, 2026. She is survived by her husband: Marvin Major; daughters: Tekera Curtis and Anola King; sons: Theron and DYanza Gibson; sisters: Eulamae Butterfgield, Avis McKenzie, Delerice Gibson, Taneka Bain, Rayvanna Gibson, Georgina, Paula Adderley, Janet Cooper and Dorlene Sawyer; brothers: Shelton McKenzie, Anson Bain Sr., Keith Ferguson, Ricco Bain Sr., Anthony, Terry, Philip, Michael, Floyd, Odean and Julian Gibson; grandchildren: Tavia Brown, Takarro Gibson and Autumn-Grace Ferguson; great grandchildren: Khy Williams; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for Juanita Euterpie Symonette, 94 of Oakridge Road and formerly of Matthew Town, Inagua will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday 2nd October 2026 at St. Anselm’s Roman Catholic Church, Bernard Road. Officiating will be Fr. Noel Clarke assisted by Rev. Mr. Ricardo Demeritte. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road. Left to mourn her passing are her Daughters: Dressler Hall, Teresita Stuart, Christine Baker, Carmen Brown and Carla Stuart; Sons: Michael Baker, Craig Johnson, Andre Thompson; Son-in-law: Ricardo Stuart Sr.; Sisters: Stella Knowles and Juanita Carey; Brothers: Arthur and Vincent Symonette; Nieces and Nephews: Marilyn Meeres, Christine, Kelly, Nikki, Jason, Gilbert, Eddie, Kevin, Tina Wong, Terri, Tishcka, Peppy, Enric, Dr. Gregory Carey and Sonja Gibson, Kym, Mischka and Neil; Grandchildren: Denise, Roscoe, Joey and Sharada Ferguson, Michelle Pratt, Kristin Thompson, Stephen Stuart Sr, Lynn Butler, Rickelle Stuart, Tameka and Kano Basden, Lt. General Althea Smith, Dr. Carlethia Thurston, Tiffany, Tyrone, Davon, Mekos Sr (Tiffany) and Joshua Johnson, Nicole Chevalier, Evita Johnson, Ebony and Steffon Thompson, Jamiee Hepburn, Ricardo Stuart Jr and Jerome Smith. Great Grand: Jude Ferguson, Daniel Rolle, Ashley, LeKeisha and Ashton Pratt, Stephen Stuart Jr, Sereno Stuart, Greer and Logan Butler, Kayannah Basden, Armonnie, Mekos Jr, Mekir, Maiomi and Mahogany Johnson, Kaylee Pinder, Taliyah Johnson, Ayla Chevalier, Akea Johnson, King Bradley and Mahjahstii Hepburn; Great, Great Grand Children: Asher Pratt, Eastyn Rolle and Kayannh Basden; Other Family and Friends: Kendolyn and Kara Cartwright, Evie Rolle, Maria McDonald, Rodrika and Roberta Brown, Wilhermena and Dave Bastian, Brown and family, Gavin and Renae Bastain and family, Aria Knowles, Mary Jane Moxey and family, St. Fleur family in Atlanta and New York, Roosevelt and Kettly Laybonne Charles of Florida, Virgina Dean and family, Court Services Council – Bernard Road, Denzel and Pauline Rogers and family, Eugene and Shannell Depasse and family, Mike, Alton and Melinda Whitney and family, Pamela Jones, Bernadette Bastian, Monique Turnquest, Donnie Mae Munroe, Valentino Bowe and family, Todd and Sherry Beneby and family, Lawander Strachan, David and Yadira Stubbs and family, Margaret Dillett, Margaret Lockhart and family, Wendy Wallace, Frankie, Virigina and Volanza Dean, Linda Demeritte, Paula Drew, Lawander Strachan, Stephen Stuart, and family, Betty Mackey and family, Muriel and Betty Sutherland and family, Sandra Foster, Jada Johnson, Jean Isaacs and DLR Group, Ingrid Simon and Percy Grant, EJ and Bernice Bowe; Erno, Adina and Dedrick Bowe, Anica Bowe-Petchauer, Mary Dorsett and family, Renaldo Farquharson, Garnard Burnside IV, Landen, Lowell and family, Michael, Joan, Lerone, Jamaine and Mikayla Hanna, Baron Smith, Andrea Major, Fritz SeJour and family, Ednika Simmons, Shara McIntosh and family, Stephen Burrows, Fredrick and Sean Lightbourn, Patrick and Jennifer Carey and family, Evenitte McPhee and family, Pamela Wright and family, Sharon Wright and family, Cora Hepburn and family, Phyllis Albury-Garraway and family, Renee Bodie and family, Pauline and Portia Christie, Bernard, Sherene and Brianne Baker and family, Silvan and Linda Baker and family, Dwight and Cecile Baker and family,
Jeffrey Baker, Alisa Kim, Theresa, Stephen and Norman Baker, Sylvia and Herbert Baker, Vernell Brennen and family, Beryl Cummings, Cheryl, Charlene and Leroy Samuels, Thea Paul, Nadine, Marina, Heidi and Dr. Noel Rolle, Harvey and Betsy Morris and family, Dorothy Huyler and family, Brenda Ferguson and family, Johnny-Mae Thurston and family, Sherry and Anthony Clarke and family, Wesly Thompson Sr. and family, Wesley Jr and Lorretta Thompson and family, Stephanie Nixon, Cheryl Albury, Leslie Albury and family, Patricia Finlayson and family, Anthony and Jeanette Pinder and family, Mertis Turnquest and family, Buster, Helen, Zelda and Prince Bethel, Sylvia, Jermaine and Valencia Brown, Jennifer Brown, Melvin and Cheryl Brown and family, Cherie Culmer, Chanel and Melvin Brown, Cheryl Rolle, Noel Brown, Renae Brown, Alfreda Brown, Lovine Holbert and family, family of the late Gretel Hynes, family of the late Mable Smith, family of the late Thelma Symonette, family of the late Eric Symonette, family of the late Lee Symonette, family of the late Kenneth Symonette, family of the late Althea Conliffe, family of the late Estelle Bonimy, family of the late Saretta Ash, family of the late Albert, Hartman, Elroy and Reno Brown, Elijah Charlton, Alex Rodgers, Carla Armbrister and family, Ianthia Bain and family, Lorenz McKenzie, Collin Burrows, Keith (Pimp) Gibson, Adrian Delaney, Bishop Chadwick and Christine James and family, Eulese Johnson and family, Terelle Stuart, Justice Renae McKay and family, Lindberg Stuart and family, Lisa Stuart and family, Dorismae Nesbitt, LeiDae Lawrence, Evans and Sandra Thimothee, Graham Libert and family, Kenny Joassaint, Michaelo Joseph, Sandy Maycock, Deja Darville, Lynden Gibson Sr and family, Odonel Delisca and family, Kevin and Colleen McKinney and family, Brendon Fawkes, Reginald Bridgewater, Ivoine Ingraham, Michael Hanna and family, Rose Nord, Helen Bethell, Denise Allen, Rochelle Rolle, Janeen Jones, Crystall Higgs, Gina Murphy, Ida Hanna, Otty, Vanny, Ivy and Cora McKenzie, Linda Johnson, Kim Butterfield and staff of Devine Café, Cleso Munnings, Arnold McPhee, Dr. Madeline Sawyer, Terrance Ferguson and Tint Visions Auto Care and Accessories. Nassau Beach Hotel Family: Robert “Sandy” Sands, Leonard Hutcheson, Brendan Foulkes, Naomi Knowles, Lousie Lightbourne, Isaac Lightbourne, Val Smith, Lillian Rolle, Bryan McCartney, Paula Brown, Gloria Young, Inga Bostwick, Kelvin Leach, Roslyn Dames, Pachley Forbes, Brian Adderley, Sylvia Forbes, Clyde Gibson, Barbara Dureny-Grazette, Betty Wilson and family, TAshura Ambrose, Val, Juliette Allen, Theresa Francis, Deanne McKenzie, Maria Berdanis, Mark Bethel, Kevin Fox. St. Anselm’s Church family, Members of Airline Club Bahamas, Residents of Circus Close and Rugby Drive Winton, Community of Ridgeland Park West, Staff of Complete Auto Air Conditioning and Parts Ltd and SAC Class of 1973. Doctors, Nurses and Care-takers: Dr. Gertrude Holder, Dr. Ingrid Bonimy, Dr. Dames, Dr. Roberts, Dr. Francis, Dr. Bethel, Dr. Gomez, Physical Therapist Johanthan Higgs, Nurses and Staff of Happy Healings Care Services, Nurses, Angelique Griffin, Edline Major, Janae Armbrister, Chammarra Jones, Britney Johnson, Kgosia King, Hanna Ingraham, Scavella, Maria Burrows, Rebecca Adobaw, Patrice Newbold, PCT Hanna, Pieere, Nurses and Staff at Doctor’s Hospital. Ms. Symonette knew a lot of people and was well known by many; hence, we apologize in advance should we have inadvertently overlooked any individuals. May Her Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, 44a Nassau Street on Thursday 1st October 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 2nd October 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Service for Herbert Heath-Vonn Styles Jr., 52 of Allen Drive will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday 3rd October 2026 at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Shirley Street. Officiating will be Fr. Kari Marcelle assisted by other members of the Clergy. Interment will follow in Eastern Cemetery, Shirley Street. Heath was predeceased by his loving Mother: Patricia Elizabeth Allen-Styles; grandparents, maternal uncles and aunts, including his beloved uncles: Everette Livingston Allen, Anthony “Tony” Clifford Allen, Sir William “Bill” Allen and William “Billy” Blaize Styles. Left to cherish his memories are his Children: Heathvonn and Eathonn Styles; Father: Herbert H.C. Styles Sr.; Brother: Kenningston Allan Styles; Sister: Toni Elizabeth Styles; Sister-In-Law: Cazna Styles; Adopted Brothers: Kermit Rahming, Ramon Saunders, Jeremiah Major, and Charles Law; Adopted Sisters: Melissa Allen, Rebecca (Etienne) Armbrister-Christen, and Latoya Albury; Uncles: Reginald Armbrister, Theodore Buck, David & Noel Allen, Kendall Darling; Aunts: Lady Aloma Allen, Jannet Allen, Joan Darling & Suzanne Davis; Friend of family: Darnell Dorsette; Cousins: William Jr., Michael, Andrew, Everette Jr. and Dominick Allen, Karlin Bain, Brandon & Bruno (Shanda) Styles, Karen Allen-Howard, Tami (Akram) Kassim, Toni Chris (Edouard) Allen-Ratiarson, Bianca Styles, Gia Edgecombe, Jacqueline, Jasmine & Jewel Allen, and many more; Other relatives and friends including: Efiong Ene and family, Leon Edwards and the family of the late Jenny Edwards including Desiree, Tasia and Lisa, Travis Edwards and family, Jocelyn, Gail, Moya, Janet, Huey and the entire Strachan family, Ronn & Bates Rodgers and family, Mark & Marsha StylesAllen, Cheryl, Ann, Francine & Tina Styles and family, Anton and the family of the late Janet Styles-Gardiner, John, William, Phillip & Jay Styles and family, Paula Styles and family, the family of the late Belle Styles including the late Yvonne and Camille Campbell and family, Damon Brown and family, Daswell Bevans and family, Harry Lewis and family, HO and Christine Nash and family, and Ambrose, Charles and Marvin Austin and family, Robbie Robinson and family, Michael Wilson and family, Cranston Rolle and family, Jules & Jihan Knowles and family, Dr. Debbie Bartlett, Dr. Butch Bartlett, Justice Franklyn Williams, brothers and family, The late Liz Armbrister and family, The late Harry Allen’s family including Algernon & Dame Anita Allen and family, Cynthia Musgrove, Floridell Adderley, Dr. Vernell Allen, Pauline Allen-Dean, Betty King and family, Dominic Carey and family, Mack Anderson and family, The Rahming (Kermit) family, The Saunders (Ramon) family, The Major (Jeremiah) family, The Law (Charles) family (Trinidad & Tobago), Dino Berdanis and family, The family of the late Patricia Carey, Beverley, Shelly, Perry & Terry Archer and family, Donnette Archer and family, Bryan Higgs and family, Terrell Cooper,
Marion Cooper and family, Mike Smith and family, Ruiz Munnings and family, The Hon. Philip Brave Davis, Prime Minister of The Bahamas & First Lady Ann Marie Davis and family, Sam and Jere Cumberbatch and family, James Gomez and family, Mr. Athama Bowe and family, Dale Butler and family, Cye Rahming and family, Franklin Kemp and family, Katherine Klainguti and family (Switzerland), Anthony Rolle and family, Sterling & Wendy Quant, Roberta, Terry, Clifford, and Claude Quant, The Ward, Brown, Smith, Godet and Saunders families of Allen Drive & Carmichael Road, Ed Carey and family, Gaye Knowles and family, Livingston & Claire Hepburn and family, Kingsley Robinson and family, Shaka Serville and family, Colin, Jan, Sonia & Toni Bowe and family, Stella Nicholls and family, The family of the late Ann Styles-Grant, Lisa, Tony, Tippie, Sandra and Stephanie Carey, Spence Finlayson and family, Roosie Finlayson and family, Ulric & Eloise Johnson and family, Leroy Neilly and family, Bruce & Linda Lafleur and family, Linda Virgil and family, Dr. Calvin Adderley and family (Queens, NY), Dr. Rodger Weir and family (Washington, DC), Nurse Shirley Smith and family, The family of the late Kandaisy Allen-Rolle, The family of the late Bruce Claridge, staff and workers of Nassau Hotel and Restaurant Supplies, Mr. & Mrs. Paul King & Family (Chicago, IL), William Wong and family, Danny Knowles and family, Eloise and the late James Moncur and family, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Elliott and family, Ann Sturrup and other descendants of the late Lloyd & Nell Quant, The family of the late Edward & Rebecca Godet, John Sherman & family, Gurth Ford and family, Descendants of Lloyd & Eloise Johnson, The Basden family, The Johnsons and extended Harbour Island Family including Emery and family, The family of Gabriel Styles and extended Exuma family, Donnie, John Gordon and Family, Neil Wright and Family, Robert Bartlett and Family, The family of the late Carl Butler, Hazel Hunt and the family of the late Edwin Hunt, Mr. & Mrs. Arnold Bain and family, Brenda Bowe and family, Reverend Delano Archer and family, Mr. Simon Wilson (FS) and family, Honourable Minister Michael Halkitis and family, Honourable Minister Mario Bowleg and family, Honourable Minister Jerome Fitzgerald and family, The Ministry of Finance, Saxons Junkanoo group, The Junkanoo legends, The family of the late John Chipman, St. Anne’s School, Nassau, Bahamas, class of ‘90, Trinity College School, Ontario, Canada, class of ‘92, Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Florida, class of ‘96, ZNS Bahamas, IBM Bahamas, Chef at Arawak Cay and former restaurant staff, former staff of Vonn Co. and Paradise rentals, F2K Bar family, former staff of Blimpies Bahamas, Specialty Medical Supplies & Bahamas Playgrounds, Bishop Ross Davis and family, Golden Gates Assembly, St. Gregory’s, Jazzie Storr and family, Glen Archer and family, The families of the late Redd Fox, Natalie Cole & Brook Benton. Please forgive us for any unintentional omission. We appreciate your love and support during this time and the care you would have shown Heath during his life. God bless you. May His Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, 44a Nassau Street on Friday 2nd October 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 3rd October 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Service for Wentworth “Chuck” Alexander Roberts, 61 of Seabeach Estates will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday 2nd October 2026 at Golden Gates World Outreach Ministries. Carmichael Road. Officiating will be Archbishop Ros Davis assisted by Bishop Trent E. Davis and other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road. Chuck was predeceased by his Father: Wentworth Roberts Sr. Left to cherish his fond memories are his Daughter and Son-in-law: Bryttany & Garrard Lightbourne; Granddaughter: Janaya Ferguson; Mother: Mrs. Patsy Letricia Roberts; Step-daughter: Jaynna Ward; Sisters: Dale Woodside (Anthony F. Sr.), Leslie Braynen, Doris Roberts; Brothers: Anthony “Tony” Roberts, Stuart Johnson, Adam Stewart, Marcus Moncur (Caroline), and Jyles Wilkinson; Nephew: Anthony F. Woodside Jr.; Nieces: Antoinette and Antonice Woodside, Ashleigh Braynen; Uncle: Etienne Farquharson Jr.; Numerous Cousins Including: Deloris Andrews, Ruth Robinson, Beverley Marshall, Yvonne Benjamin, Gwen Davis, and Irmalee Larrow, Stanley Marshall, Montgomery Roberts, Pamela Arrindell (Esmond), Royann Swain (Sherman), Cheryl Braynon (Vann), Helen McNeill (Patrick), Donna Johnson, Trevor McKay, Kimlyn Hanna, Bonnie Bartlett, Angie Bruey, Wanda Tomlinson (Vincent), Ken Knowles, Kenrick Andrews, Kendal, Louis, and Floyd Farquharson, Meeko Isaacs, Mechelle Martinborough, Mia Edwards, Sir Orville Turnquest, Carol Lashley, Michelle Fields (Ed), O. A. Tommy Turnquest (Shawn), Don Brown, Rosie Duvalier, Marva Brown, Lauren Brown, Nedda Wright, Roger Brown, Cherry Upton, Van Isaacs (Salty), Nettie and Debbie Isaacs, Eunice (Pinky) Mortimer, Sandra Clarke, Mackie McPherson, Robin, Winston and Cheryl Sweeting, Valencia (Lenny) Neely, Cyril Saunders, George, Estelle & Lenny Newbold, Angela Brathwaite, Chivonne Smith, Michael Miller, Bryan and Neil Wright, Neil Brathwaite, Sean Brathwaite, Louis Hanchell, Patrice Astwood, Rodwell Andrews & Family, Leslie Miller & Family; Other Family and Friends including: The Rt. Honourable Phillip “Brave” Davis & Family, The Rt. Honourable Hubert A. Ingraham & Family, The Rt. Honourable Perry Christie & Family, The Rt. Honourable Dr. Hubert A. Minnis, The Honourable Frederick Mitchell, The Honourable Jomo Campbell & Family, The Honorable Keith Bell, Arch Biship Ros Davis & First Lady Emerita Althea Davis, Bishop Trent E. Davis & First Lady Novia Davis, Associate Pastor L. Terez Davis, Golden Gates Family, Bishop Neil Ellis & Family, Mount Tabor Family, Pastor Rickeno Moncur & The Revolution Church Family, Kaye Ward & Family, Eloise Mott, Jamaal Ferguson, Gordon & Eva Lightbourne & Family, Kevin Christie, Philip McKenzie, Nashon Rolle & Family, Willamae McKenzie & Family, Therez McKenzie, Evelyn “Bev” Hunter, Jaime Stewart, Kayla Hilton, Delerene
Rolle, Dudley Thomas, Deleno Moss, Sandals Family, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Department of Labour, Cable Beach Police Station, Robert “Sandy” Sands & The Bahamar Team, Herbert & Sharron Thompson, William Nottage & The Cuba Connection, Vincent “Curly” McDonald, Zelda Evans & The Odyssey Aviation Family, Kainell Brown, Nigel McBride & The LPIA Immigration Team, Marsha Musgrove, Judy Pratt, Rochelle RolleLamm, Lesley Neeley, Scotia Bank Family, Diana Campbell-Bethel (Sunshine Insurance Family), Jamaal Nabbie, Maggie Sands, Ruth Neely, Debbie Munnings, Charlene Sealy, Carlos Mackey, The Sea Beach Estates Family, Perry and Terry Archer, Pastor Helen McPhee & The VG’s Family, Capt. Joel, Jeff Kerr, Adrian Fox & The Greenleaf Family, Charles Saunders, Francis Placaris, Christopher Wade, Brian Jardim, Ricky Wade; Special Thanks to: Dr. Dionne Dames, Dr. Theodore Turnquest, Dr. Devaughn Curling, Dr. Delton Farquharson, Dr. Adrian Cargill, Dr. Amir Sultani, The Nurses of Doctor’s Hospital, The Management & Staff of Sandals Resort, The Management & Staff of Atlantis Resort. In the event that any names were inadvertently missed, we apologize. May His Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, 44a Nassau Street on Thursday 1st October 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 2nd October 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
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Christine Alexandra Cartwright, 78 of Sandilands Village Road, died at her residence on Saturday 26th September 2026. She is survived by her daughters: Renee Hanna and Krystle Delancy; sons: Andre Culmer and Troy Cartwright; grandchildren: Kriston Smith, Daniel Taylor, Talia Cartwright, Gianna, Giorgia and Gioia Delancy; sisters: Shirley Cartwright, Alice McKenzie, Pamela Symonett, Miriam Culmer, Blondell Poiter, Maudline Cooper, Ria Major and Donna Peters; brothers: Keith Cartwright, Aranha, Arlington, Kirklyn and Paul Smith; aunt: Catherine Knowles; and a host of other relatives and friends. later date.
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Full-Military Funeral Service for Retired Asst. Commissioner of Corrections
Enoch Reynold Gaitor, 65
of Sugar Cane Lane, Foxdale and formerly of Staniard Creek, Andros will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday 2nd October 2026 at New Covenant Baptist Church, East West Highway. Officiating will be Rev. George Bodie assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road. His life was a blessing, his memory a treasure, and his legacy will live on forever. Left to cherish his memories are his Wife: Iris Gaitor; Sons: Reno (Vanencha Curtis), Haldene (Shera), Mario, Sanchez, Nardo (Anishka); Daughter: Reoniska Gaitor; Grandchildren: Jaiden, Mckaylee, Talicia, Aaliyah, Christon, Travonne, Claytonique, Niarah, Flavia and Keyra; Father: Bertram Armaly; Brothers: Craig (Hilda), Kevin, Lynden and Wesley Gaitor, Anthony (Capucine), Craig and (RBPF) Supt. Rino (Tishka) Armaly; Sisters: Juliette Gaitor, Georgette Mackey, R/INSP Cheryl Ford-Major (Dave), Charlene Darbeau; Sisters-in-law: Elaine Rolle, Agnes McKenize; Aunt-in-law: Elevetha Lockhart; Uncles-in-law: Ernest and Preston Lockharte; Nieces and Nephews: Sharene, Keno, DÁngelo, Charlos, Dario, Jarad, Jermaine, Travaughn, Lyndiec, Lyndera, Lyndisha, Lynden Jr. Lavardo, Lashanda, Lashad, Michelle, Hallie, Brandi, Britney and Brent Gaitor, Antonia, Anthony Jr., Marino, Antwan Armaly and Shar (Lamarco) Rolle, Lesley Bannister, Abbigayle (Renardo) Neely, ASP Shernique Ford (RBPF), Galen and Alexander Ford, Rinishka, PC4554 Rino Jr. (RBPF), Rhaina and Rivante Armaly, Nyoka, Nanette, Tiffany, Natasha, Tenille, Bernadette, Anton, Lisa, MeLinda, Shevette, Daniel, Allistien, Shantell, Larise; Grand Nieces and Grand Nephews: Sanai, DÁjea, Destiny, Jada, Rashad, Sanai, Janea, Jeron, Jevon, Darvanelle, Genesis, Jamari, Ja´mylah, A´mylah, Khalaya, Trinity, Trevaunte, Teenage, Aliyah, Tanna, Bragg, Cianna, Anwar, Jordyn, Jonah, Markaylah, Mason Gaitor, Brittney, Damere and Alexander Ford Jr.; Uncles: Charles ¨Doc¨Neely, Richard Riley, Nelson (Lydia) & Samuel Ara Cooper (West Palm Florida); Other relatives and friends: Rt. Honorable Fred Mitchell and the FOX Hill Community, Junior Lee Cash, Angela Gaitor, Pauline, Leslie, William, Sidney (USA), Wilfred, Philip Jr. Brian, Nolan, Elston, Kirkwood, Nelson, Kenneth (USA), Jen, Sheldon, Lawrence, Theodore, Christopher, ASP E. Fowler, Cpl 1143 Cleveland Gaitor, Ted Jr, Taray, Keith, James, Hon. Vincent Peet, Leroy, Wesley, Lincoln, Alexander, Kevin, Clyde (USA), Dennia (USA), Terrance, Marvin, Elvis, Edney, Baron, Philmon, Frank, Thomas Jr. Leroy, Ellajane (Rodrick) Grant, Jacqualine, Velma, Jenniemae, Alexandra, Michelle, Antionette, Brenda, Carla, Marsha, Stephanie, Betty, Mae, Stephanie, Laura (USA) Ronette, Nadia, Shavyonne, Kalilah, Olina (USA), William Adderley, Velma and Jimmy, Nelson, Kirkwood, Kenneth, Nicole, Maria, Jenson, Sheldon, Laura, Brian, Nolan, Sharelle, Elston, Marva, Nicki, Bonnielyn, Saide (USA), Marcello, Madio (Candice) and Maurizio Bether, Sandra (John Bain), Michelle (Geoffrey) Bethel-Deveaux, Simonne (Raymond) Dean, Blanche (Dwight) Miller, Wilfred Rolle, Sophia Barnett, Natasha Johnson, Lisa Mackey, Renee Acker,
Paris, Sergio (Sherryl), Anjohn, Earl, Nelson Jr., Norman Jr., Nardo, Vince, Neiry, Jason, Denise, Chesley, Lisa, Lamount, Torrence, Shaquliie and Shadiamond Armaly, Tanya (Carl) Miller, Corrections Sergeant Vanria ArmalySmith (BDOCS), Commissioner Doan Cleare and staff (BDOCS), Staff of the Real Time Crime Center, EMS Staff, Dr. Marcus Cooper and staff, Gastro Care Bahamas, Dr. Laroda, Pastor Rolle, Chief Principal Officer Mackey, Chief Principal Officer Fowler, ACP Turnquest, Walman Cooper, Lockhart and Rolle Family, Barbara Rodgers and Family, Geoffrey Ferguson and Family, Portia Bowe and Family, Anneca Duncombe and Family, Wendy Bain and Family, Dudley Saunders and Family, Byron Fowler, the late Essie Ferguson and Family, Rudolph Miller, Philip Barton, Ritchie, Elizabeth Cox and Family, ASP F, Emmanuel, Sgt 2846 G. McDonald, Inspector R. McDermott, Cpl 3744 Fox, WPC 4467 Campbell, Renal House and staff, PMH Dialysis Unit, Sugar Cane Lane Community, Densil Rodgers and the Executive Security Staff, Nurse Shalloom Rahming, Valentino Armaly, Marktenya Maycock, Ikena Desgranges, Michelle Storr, Rosie Rodriguez and family, Shawn Taylor, Michelle Gaitor, Shamika Miller, Joe Davis, Sidney Moss, Judy (Lake Placid Florida) Bridgette Morley, Carla, Tyronne Kelly, Renae, Byron, Claudette, Paulette, Sammy, Wellington, Caroline Major and family, Denise Rolle, Terry Saunders, The Family of the Late David and Margarete Antonio, Roscoe Rolle and Family, Rudy Whyms, Shelly Kemp and Family. Children of the late David Cleare, Mrs Linda Lloyd and Family, Mrs Yvonne Williams and Family, Fayann Oxley and Family, May His Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, 44a Nassau Street on Thursday 1st October 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 2nd October 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Wallis Claudette Carey, 85 of Windsor Road, died on Tuesday 22nd September 2026. She is survived by her Husband: Lionel Carey; Daughter: Chinyere Carey Bullard; Son: Amilcar Carey (Jessica); Grandchildren: Colin Bullard, Mia Bullard, Taeghan Carey, Edeleke Carey, Malik Carey, Miguel Carey, Jules Carey; Brothers: Edward Lockhart (Yvette), Milford Lockhart (Emily); Sister: Stephanie Duncanson (Blythe); Brothers-in-law: Mark, Roscoe and Earl Carey; Sisters-in-law: Celeste, Marabell, and Valerie Lockhart, Linda LaFleur (Bruce), Reeba Hudson and Donna Richards; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 9th, 2026 at New Light Ministries, Faith Gardens.
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Funeral Services for Pastor Sheila Patricia Tracey, 86
Crematorium, 44a Nassau Street on Friday 2nd October 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 3rd October 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Lillian Angelina Rolle, 84
of Danottage Estates and formerly of Kingston, Jamaica will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 3rd October 2026 at New Covenant Baptist Church, East West Highway. Officiating will be Rev. Trajean Jadorette, Bishop Simeon Hall and Pastor Ivan F. Butler assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. Pastor Sheila is preceded in death by her Siblings: Peter Tracey and Antonette Frazier. Left to cherish fond memories of Pastor Sheila are her Daughter: Dr. Joanne Butler; Adopted son: Jamal McIntosh; Son-in-law: Pastor Ivan F. Butler Jr.; Granddaughter: Gabbriella Smith; Grandson-in-law: Minister Kearje Smith; Great-grandchildren: Kearje Smith Jr. and Isabella Simone Smith; Brothers: Kenneth Tracey (Geisha) Prince, Herley & Livingston (Claire) Hepburn; Sisters: Mary (Min. Keith) Davis & family, Rev. Dr. Sonia Marshall & family, Betty (Stephen) Rolle & family & Rupert Frazier; Nieces: Kelly Ann TraceyRussell (Aldino), Gabrielle Tracey, Petria Smith, Petra Smith; Nephews: Jamal Burrows, Jerald Bain, Devon Dillard; Other Family & Friends: Rev. Ivan Butler Sr. & family, Mr. Arlington Miller & family, Adelaide Pinder & family, The late Rev. Eugene Butler & family, Pauline Bowe, Edwards & family, Cecil Craig Bowe, Dirk Simmons, Sylvia Rolle, Cesserina Francis, Rev. Arlington Moss & family, Tasha White (Caretaker), Yvette Goodman, Cherise Archer, Janice Henfield, Evangelist Murglen Strachan, Pastor Trajean & Rev. Rhonda Jadorette, Bishop Simeon Hall & Minister Linda Hall, New Covenant Baptist Church family, The Kemp Road Ministries family, Bethel Baptist Association, Danottage Estates (Skylark Crescent), Miguel Herminez, Mr. & Mrs. Wendal Johnson, Mrs. Sweeting, Mr. & Mrs. Deveaux, The Kemp Family, Citi Bank Retiree Group, Wells Family, Lonnice Wells Pawar & family, Donnette Wells Archer & family, Terrence Wells, Victor Wells, Kayvon Wells, Jerome Smith, Christine Baker and Rashadd Thompson. May Her Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and
of Stapledon Gardens will be held at 12:00 noon on Sunday 4th October 2026 at Hillview SDA Church, Tonique William Darling Highway. Officiating will be Pastor Dr. Leonard Johnson assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. Left to cherish fond and precious memories of Lillian are her Sons: Anthony Patrick Rolle, Wayne Michael Rolle; Daughter-in-law: Dr. Deval Smith-Rolle; Grandchildren: Kevon Rolle, DeAndra Rolle, Daron Rolle, Patrysha Rolle, Wayne Rolle II, Devanaire Rolle, Dayneah Rolle; Great Grandchildren: Karlene Rolle, Clinton Samuel Rolle, Bryson Mason; Sisters: Agatha Wells, Constance Comery; Nieces and Nephews: Kenneth, Karen, Andrea, Peter, Kent and Elva Lightbourn, Anne Pratt-Moss, Caleb Bernard Hepburn, Kaye Hepburn, Duwayne and Crystal Hepburn, Theron Hepburn and Rev. Marie Roah-Hepburn, Denise Hepburn, Kevin and Renee Davies, Lynette Stevenon, Giles and Kenya Wells, Thomas and Tonia Williams, Dionne Comery, Robert and Tomesha Comery, Alric Comery, Dr. Eugene and Andree Smith, Patrick and Sheari Strachan; Grand Nieces and Nephews including: Kharry, Kenneth, Kristof, Taj Davies, Thomas and Kristin Sharp, Ktistena, Janelle, Kyle, Owen, Cameron, Christian, Thaer, Tristin Hepburn, Bradley and Natalie Carlson, Trent, Sydney and Kaitlyn Davies, Ramon and Shannon Knowles, Latoya Knowles and Avery and Eryn Bain, Khenrah Davies, Rasheed Davies, Kershan and Kent Jr. Lightbourne, Tiffany and Travis Strachan, William Stevenson, Nathan, Sydney, Jayna, Samson Wells, Thomas II, T’Yanna, and Tileah Williams, Gabrielle Comery, Alric Comery III, Laila, Meaghan Smith; and a host of other relatives and friends. May Her Soul Rest In Peace! Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Crematorium, 44a Nassau Street on Saturday 3rd October 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and at the church on Sunday 4th October 2026 from 11:00 a.m. until service time.
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Death Notice for Douglas Dwight Glover, 82
Funeral Service For Joseph B. Riley Sr., 65
of Nassau and formerly of Freeport, Grand Bahama, died at his residence on Saturday 19th September 2026. Douglas Dwight Glover is survived by his wife, Julie Glover and daughter, Thisha Glover; sisters: Ree Bourne, Corliss Berkley, Janice “Dimpy” Young and Antoinette Seymour; brother: Julian Glover; sisters-in-law: Mercedes Glover, Carydah Sands, Jacqueline Seymour, and Shirley Maycock; brothers-in-law: Harry, Rufus, and Peter Sands; numerous nieces and nephews: Vanessa and Omar Albury, Coleman and Diana Bethel, Kirkland and Michele Bethel, Dan and Contanza Bourne, Sheena Dane, Eric and Lynn Gibson, the Honourable D. Shane and Jacqueline Gibson, Jamal and Kimily Glover, Nikao Glover, Tiffany Glover, Theodore “Teddy” Glover, Quentin Glover II, Dana and Jody Knowles, the Honourable Pia Glover-Rolle & Herman Rolle, Judah and Aaron Seymour, Cherlindria “Chea” Thompson, Sharon and Bishop Trevor Williamson, Christophe Young, Shafena “Kelly” and Montgomery Brown Sr., Eugene and Joe Ford, Kwabend and Khalil Maycock, Tammy and Rock Pierre, Sherill Poitier, Antonio Sands, Antonius Sands, Jameel Sands, Jordin Sands, Keno Sands, Kristen Sands, Rufus Sands III, Tiffany Sands, Yvonne Gibson-Sands, Dr. Copelin and Anjanette Seymour, Dion Stuart; cousins: including Ann, Charlene, Charles, Claire, Diana, Don, Dougie, Larry, Michael, Burnsides, Carters, Donathans, Fords and their families; dear friends: Reverend Alfred & Jackie Stewart, Wendall Gilbert, Rodney Williams, and Dr. Winston Forbes and the Medical Pavilion Family; the communities of Chippingham and Freeport, Grand Bahama; and many other friends too numerous to mention.
a resident of South Beach, Estates, New Providence, Bahamas, will be held at Mt. Nebo Union Baptist Church, Marshall Road, South Beach, New Providence, Bahamas on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Charles E. Rolle J.P. assisted by Associate Ministers. Internment will follow in the Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas. Joseph Bradley Riley Sr. is survived by his wife: Angela Riley; son: Joseph Jr.; 4 brothers: Eric, Godfrey, Steven and Edison Riley; 3 sisters: Cynthia Sargent, Patricia Bain and Letisha Capo Marquez; father-in-law: Mr. Carol Scott; brothers-in-law: Trevor Scott, Clayton Young Sr. and Yasser Capo Marquez; sisters-in-law: Doramae, Ann and Tamara Scott, Delray and Riley; 1 aunt: Brenda Riley; 2 uncles: Leslie and Lloyd Riley; 25 nephews, 16 nieces and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at St. Ambrose Funeral Home, No.34 Arundel Street, New Providence on Friday, 2nd October, 2026 from 11:00am to 4:00pm.
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Funeral Service For Jefferson Carrington Stevens, 78 “Gruby”, “Iron” a resident of Dumping Ground Corner & formerly of The Cove, Cat Island, will be held at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Fr. Roderick Bain & Dec. Jamal Turnquest. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. He is pre-deceased by his Parents: Harcourt Sr. and Maxine Stevens; Siblings: Delma, Queena, Deloris, Delialah, Jack, Rosetta, Ema, Roosevelt, and Chester Stevens; Children: Dwaine, Houston, and Margo Stevens. Forever cherished by your devoted wife: Helen Stevens; Children: Sherry (Alex), Sean (Tanya), Lanardo, Darren (Thela), Stephen “Tory”, Lashunda, Andy, Leroy “Biggie” Stevens, Jeffrey (Lisa) Adderley, Linda (Niveste) Louizius, Cynthia Stevens and Ruth Coakley; Grandchildren: Andrenika and Andrew Struart, Anton and Tara, Antoniece “Baby” Davis, Azaria Bellot, Tisean, London and Shawn, Leonardo, Nardo and Shanette Stevens, Dario and Darriel Butterfield, Charlene, Charles, Christon, Christopher and Charlinda Deveaux, Ashley, Shea, Kara Stevens, Lasha, Moses and Kalie Stevens. Great Grandchildren: Dmaya Saunders, TeSean, Lavaira, Carrington Stevens, Ethon Stuart, Anthonie Davis, Eldon, Miracle, Mica, Reine, Tijah, Naider, Caleb, Caiden, Krystia Deveaux. Siblings: Ulysses, Harcourt Jr. and George Stevens. Sistersin-law: Lisa and Sherry Stevens, Elizabeth Darling, Diane Precentie. Brother-in-law: Israel Clarke, Alfred Darling, Bertum Sweeting. Nephews: Julian (Shantel), Phillip (Sherry) and Roger Saunders, Tyrone (Dina), Paul “Kirkwood”, Andrew (Elizabeth) Adderley, Bruce, Rosshaun and Cohen Stevens, George Jr., Jeremy and Giovanni Stevens, Charles Percentie, Kevin, Trevor and Bertum Sweeting, Andrew Darling. Nieces: Larrene Saunders and Samantha (Whitney) Dolce, Sheryl and Phalisha Stevens, Wendy Adderley, Swante Stevens, Vanessa (Tabarus) Wright and Janae Stevens, Shea Jodan, Joyce and Donel Sweeting, Princess and Miriam Percentie. First Cousins including: Wendal, Evamae, Elvis (Vernita) Ramsey, Cleomie Miller, Christopher, Lillymae, Veronica, William, Phillippa, Clevelans (Sharell), Abraham (Mayloise) and Leonard (Joleta) Ramsey, Marjorie McIntosh, Shirley and Idell Brown, Florine (Sidney) Bain, Dorrington (Maria) Poitier, Olive (Neville) Gaitor, Margaret Curry, Sylvia (Wheatley) Wilson, Deborah (Paul) Longley, Jacqueline Cox, Wendy Lightbourne and Joy (Radcliffe) Nichols, The children and Families of the late Everette, Neville, Bershal Turner and Erma Hart. Other Relatives and Friends: Lillian Smith and siblings, Vera Moss and Siblings, Erma Jones and family, Corraine
Taylor, Necola Curtis, The Smith Sisters, Eleanor Dorsett & Family, The children of the late Sarah Seymour and family, The children of the late Hartmon Moncur and family, The children of the late David Poitier, Winnifred Bannister, Eliza Brown, and Sadamae Brown, The children of the Magalene and Genuis Rolle, The children of the late Elsaida Miller, The children of the late Sislyn Seymour, The children of the late Maguarite Edgecombe, Eris Moncur and Family, The family Ramsey, Moncur, Stevens, Gordon, Seymour, Hepburn, Turner, Brown, Thurston, McDonald, Smith, Davis, Rolle and Romers (Tea Bay) Clans The Cove, Tea Bay, Knowles, Stevenson Communities, Cat Island. Father Sabastian Campbell and family, Father Tynes and family, Father Bain and family, Rev. Dr. C. B. Moss and family, Amos and Shirley Saunders and family, Ida, Prince and Hanabiel Saunders, Vedell Cooper and family, Dereck Poitier, Wadyne Bethel, Kenton McIntosh, Alisica Dean, Shantetta Pratt, Joseph Gordon, Peter Outten, Jermiah Cooper, Pastor Tyvonne Laing and family, The Major Family, Maria Johnson and family, Owen and Nikita Adderley, Margaret Russell and family, The Brown family, The Wards family, The Pratt family, The Gibson family, Mara Sturrup, Mr. and Mrs. Fox, Mr. Cartwright, The Stubbs family, The Saunders family, Samuel, Sonia, Woman Marine Samia and Samal Adderley, The entire Dumping Ground Corner family, The Bain Town Community family, St. Barnabas Anglican Church family, New Bethlehem Baptist Church 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 1:00 p.m. until service time.
Death Notice for Sterling Livingstone Nabbie-Evans, 68 a resident of #73 Brougham Street, died at PMH on Monday, September 28, 2026.
other relatives & friends.
He is survived by his wife: Angela HannaEvans; 4 daughters: Tarese Evans, Shirley McKenzie, Tenell Taylor & Faylene Williams; 13 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren; 3 sisters: Joy, Theresa & Marcia Evans; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of
Funeral arrangements are being made and will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Services For Evangelist Margaret Lewis, 93
a.m. until service time on Saturday at the church in Andros from 8:00 a.m. until service time.
Beverly Joyce Taylor, 82
a resident of #29 St John Road, Golden Gates #2 and formerly of Love Hill, Central Andros, who died on 13th September 2026, will be held on Friday, 2nd October 2026, at 10:00am at Golden Gates Native Baptist Church, Lobster Avenue and continue on Saturday, 3rd October 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Mount Ethel Baptist Church, Love Hill Central Andros. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Alonzo Hinsey Sr., Pastor Emeritus & Asst. General Superintendent – St. John’s Native Baptist Society, assisted by Pastor Alonzo Hinsey Jr. & Other Ministers of Religion. Interment will follow at Mt. Ethel Baptist Church Cemetery, Love Hill Central Andros.
a resident of #38 Hawthorne Road, Oakes Field, & formerly of Riviera Beach, Florida, will be held at Holy Spirit Anglican Church, Howard Street, Chippingham, on Friday, October 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Father Eric Miller. Cremation will follow. Community Activist.
She was a Vibrant Science Educator, Retired Assistant Director of Education & Cultural &
Left to cherish her fond memories are her children, Son: Joshua Lewis Jr. (Tinkle), Daughter: Patricia Lewis; Grand Daughters: Latoya (Javon) Roberts, Talika (John) Forbes, Priya Deane; Grandsons: Michael Gay Jr., Cordario Lewis, Deangelo (La’chauntae) Ebanks, Deandre Ebanks; Greatgrandchildren: Taliah & Sharad Bowe, Jaylyn Forbes, Cairo & Azaire Gay, Diana, and De’ante Ebanks; Nieces: Maizie, Laura Albury, Estella Deveaux, Brenda (Alexander) Archer, Vanria Anderson, Gwendolyn Hanna, Sylvia Smith, Rev. Dr. Betty Hanna, Evangelist Mary Rolle, Elizabeth (Donald) Evans, Pleasant Hanna, Norma McKinney, Patricia (George) Bethel, Sandra Bain, Mrs. Elizabeth Hanna, Valarie Hanna, Deborah Turnquest, Michelle (Michael) Rolle, Sharon Turnquest, Zorabell (Rupert) Pinder, Michelle Hinsey, Dornell Lewis, Denise Swaby, Verna & Denise Minnis; Nephews: Amos Hanna, John Hanna, Leroy Tinkle (Melodie) Hanna, Thomas Hinsey, Tyrone (Christina) Anderson, Bertram Jr. (Geneive) Turnquest, Stafford Turnquest, Orville (Christine) Turnquest, Edwin & Harry Lewis, Orthnell Jr., Otis & Matthew Hinsey, Roger, Nigel, Don, Cecil Minnis. Prayer Partners: Joanne Webb, Ruthmae Smith, Sister Forbes, Patricia Sands & Family. Other relatives and friends: Brittney Russell and family, China Ferguson, Amanda Terry Walkes, Remilda (Edgar Moxey), Sharon Hanna, Reverend Jessie Hinsey, Medina Taylor & family, Patrick (Avery) Hanna, Cymonne Evans, Gaynell Rolle and Family, Alexander Hanna, Bishop Tony L. Hanna, Rev. Trevor Hanna, Phillip Hanna, Monique Deveaux, Dwayne (Rochelle) Delancey, Pauline Bowe, The St. John Road Families (Hanna, Roberts, Sturrup, Brown, Pickering) - Bridget Davis & family, Jamal Cooper, Joseph Munroe, Stuart Bowe, Golden Gates Native Baptist Church Family, Rev. Leon (Annamae) Hinsey, Rev Leslie (Rosetta) Duncombe, Love Hill Andros Families (Hanna, Hinsey, McKenzie), Bishop Jason Strachan, Sabrina Johnson and Family, Bahamas Customs Arawak Cay, Jet Aviation, Mrs. Michelle Major, Ms. Bridget Hepburn, Mrs. Yvette Minnis, and a host of relatives and family too numerous to mention.
He is survived by his 2 daughters: Natasha & Theresa Butler; 1 son: Jeffery Butler; 6 grandchildren; 1 brother: Ret. Cpl. 431 Gregory Smith; 6 sisters: Mary Wallace, Juanita Knowles of Houston, Texas, Gloria Butler, Elsie Strachan, Ret. Sgt 1766 Sherry Smith & Chief Petty Officer Raquel Munnings; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.
Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 11-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & on Friday at the church from 9:00
Funeral arrangements are being made and will be announced at a later date.
She is predeceased by her 1 son: Harl Taylor. Beverly was loved by many and her precious memories will be cherished. We kindly ask that vibrant colors and straw be worn to the service. Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 11-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & on Friday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for Philip Noel “Do Checks” Butler, 73 a resident of Mason’s Addition & formerly of Wulff Road, died at PMH on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
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Funeral Services For Mr. Wellington Christopher Ferguson, 66
a resident of South Beach Estates, will be held at St. Bede Roman Catholic Church, Sutton Street, Kemp Road, on Saturday, 3rd October, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Father Junior Calixte, assisted by Father Vincent Mungai & Deacon Dennis Mackey. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. Left to cherish his precious memories are his loving mother: Agnes Britely Ferguson; wife: Agnes Maria Coakley-Ferguson; his daughters: Tanterlisa Marie Allen and Alessia Agnes Ferguson; son-in-law: Elon Allen; three granddaughters: Siyah-Marie Elvia Strachan, ElizabethMarie Wilma Allen, and London-Marie Jasmine Allen; Sisters: Pamela Russell, Wendy Morris and Sophia Taylor; Brothers: Atwell and Drexwell Ferguson; Brothers-in-law: Robert Rusell and Trevor Taylor; Nieces: Britley Miller (Dexter), Wendy Hunter (Shawn), Dominicka Knowles (Aldin), Maria Hawkins (Byron), Nicole Ivory (Dexter), Danielle Ferguson-Johnson (Hector), Shaddai Armand (Christian), Cherish Dickinson (Kenny), Ciji Duncombe-Clarke, Saphanah Gardiner (Mark), Atwell Germin (Stanley) Tawana King, Princess, Duchess, Denise Morris, Rojarra, Tenaj and Ginaj; Nephew: Frankie Morris (Nancy), Eastwood Morris (Sherice), O’Neal, Omar, Onassis Morris, Chuck Leo, Carlin Ferguson (Dominique), Trevor Jr. (TJ), Travia and Trayvon Taylor; Numerous other relatives, Cousins and the South Beach, Bain Town, Rose Buds Street friends and Neighbors. His love, kindness, culinary gifts, and willingness to help others will continue to live on in the hearts of his family, friends, neighbors, and everyone whose life he touched. Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from
10:00 a.m. until service time.
Maria Caroline Sears née Butler, 88
a resident of Wellington & Lancaster Roads, Stapleton Gardens & formerly of Steventon, Exuma, will be held at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Farrington Road on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Louis Eugene Iphill, assisted by Other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. Maria was predeceased by her Husband: Clifford Sears; Mother: Caroline Cooper; Sons: Brian and Trevor Sears. Left to cherish her memories are, Daughter: Karen Beneby (Dwight); Sons: Dr. Bertram Sears (Zo), Dr. Brent Sears (Robbie); Grandchildren: Daron, Darryl and Dr. Duane Beneby, Dr. Blair Sears, Summer Sears, and Breck Sears-Harding, and Bertram Sears Jr., Simone, Brent, and Brayden Sears, and Brittany Sears; Great Grandchildren: Dylan, Demi, Darryl Logan and Daniel Beneby, Kaden, Ezra and Hunter Harding; Sister-in-law: Bloneva Sears; Granddaughters-in-law: Aldrinique, and Latoya Beneby; Grandson-in-law: Anthony Harding; Other relatives and friends including: Rev. Dr. Louis Eugene Iphill, Mrs. Joyce Gaitor, Officers and Members of Landmark Baptist Church, families of the late Ellen, Carolyn, Audley, Joshua, Avard, and Ishmael Sears, John and Betty Rolle, Prescola Musgrove, Christine Cartwright, Charlene Cooper, Jackie Dorsette, Molly Sapp, Velma Smith, Donna Strachan, Vanria Gibson, Ms. Curry, Iris Moxey, Tanya Astwood. Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Funeral Service For Thaddeus Augusta Toote, 68 a resident of Eneas Jumper Corner, will be held at Evangelistic Centre, Blue Hill Road & Vesey Street, on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev’d Kenneth H.B. Adderley, assisted by Other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment follows in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads. Left to cherish his loving memories, Daughters: Rachel and Shaunta Toote, Chernard Thompson (pre-deceased). Sons: Marvin Roberts and Antonio Thompson. Sisters: Naomi Johnson, Evangelist Malvise Skippings, Terecita O’Brien. Brothers: Bruce and Kenny Pratt, Stanley Toote, Alphonso Ferguson and Stephen Rolle. Sisters and Brothersin-law: Harvey Johnson, Tanya Bridges, Jennifer Ferguson and Isula Toote. Grandchildren: Rashae, Amber, Antonio Jr., Kristano, Deontae, Azaria, Mari, Marvenique, Shavantae, Kiyoshi, Patrick, Seth, Ramano Jr., Dontrie and Destiny. Great-grandchildren: Kristia, Kiano, Riley and Dream. Nieces: Rena (Edwin), Shimeaka, Fantasha, Denika, Marilyn, Kimberley, Laverne (Samuel), Charmaine (Shawn), Donnette, Lavette, Lanelle, Bonnie, Tiffany, Kenderia, Allene, Atishka, Keisha, Ebony, Karen, Joyann, Brittany, Stanleah, Alexis, Sophia, Jessica, Lisa, Anastacia, Shannon, Shanell, Nicola, Jovanna, Jessica Connolly. Nephews: Oscar (Chief Superintendent Chrislyn Skippings) Roddy (Sharon) Ricardo, Pedro (Jacqueline) Edward, Andrew, Deniro, Kendell, Kendon, Anwar, Lavell (Beverley), Neville, Shanley (Diedre), Renarldo (Vandia), Shayne (Eldricca), Lavon (Juliet), Lavado, Sunny, Charles, Justin, Lynden, Marco, Alphonso Jr. and Bruce Jr.; Grandnieces: Jasmine, Jamie, Chamja, Angel, Paige, Racquel, Raven, Ricara, Briana, Alphonique, Rodriqua, Lyannah, Shade, Ariana, Sarai, Sierra, Syvia, Shikenya, Jeszariah, Deonette. Grand Nephews: Andrew, Jermoe, Justin, Oscar, Jr. Pedro Jr. Pedro III, Treyvonne, Terran, Langston, Landon, Shayne Jr., Stanley, Ethan, Sharade, Lavell Jr., Lavon, lavan, Edwin Jr., Tyrell, Tyrece, Alley and Jezziah. Cousins: Judy, Jackie, Neville, Keith, Kevin, Nisha, Attorney Romana FarquharsonSeymour (deceased), Calvin Seymour and Vaughnique. Other Relatives and Friends: Rosemary and Bloneva (Wawa) Roberts, Jeanette Channer, Larry Adderley, Tai Rahming, Dornell Romer and Family, Terrell Curry and Family, Ruthmae, Androneika, Lavandra, Marcian Bethel, Mrs. Dianna and Angelo Ingraham, Kashala Forbes, George Rolle, Betty, Portia, Olive DeShawn, Sue, Carolyn, Santeique, Jennifer Lopez and Family, Nurse Thurston, Nurse and Mr. Munnings, Nurse Sands, Nurse Louis, Nurse Thompson, Nurse Colebrooke, Nurse
Martinbourough, Nurse Green, PAC Nelly, PCA, Strachan, PAC Knowles, PCA Fox, Leslie Taylor, Shanique Rolle and Family, Dalette Walkes and Family, The entire Eneas Jumper Corner, Burial Ground and East Street Family, The John Bull Family, Temple of The Word Church Family, Princess Margaret Hospital Doctors and Nurses, Ms. Sands, Mr. Williams, Ms. Williams, Ms. Hanna, Ms. Rolle, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Young, Mr. Young, Mr. Martinborough, Sunny, Nathaniel, Armbrose, Robert (Bain), Carlton and Joycelyn Ferguson and Family, Sandford Roberts and Family, Shalanka Gaitor, Marvelyn Saunders and Family, Dorothea Gumbs, Elrod Outten, Sarah Rahming, Executive Security, Maximum Security and On The Spot Security. Please do not hold it against the family if your name was inadvertently left out. The Family apologizes in advance, for it was not intentional. Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-5:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Death Notice for Berthamae Bridgette Knowles, 64 a resident of #18 Maple Street, Pinewood Gardens, died at PMH on Saturday, September 26, 2026. She is survived by her 2 sons: Sharmon Knowles and Kenneth Knowles; 4 grand children: Shamar, Sharmon, Tquan & Kinnae Knowles; mother: Annie Pearl Gardiner; 4 sisters: Lauretta Gardiner, Debbie Carter, Karen Williams & Samantha Cornish; 5 brothers: Kevin Barton, Trevor Butler, Peter Butler, Marlo Gardiner & Wensel Knowles; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements are being made and will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Services For George Whover Bain, 83
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.
Martha Corene Smith, 82
a resident of Aba Lane, Sunset Park & formerly of Bannerman Town, Eleuthera, will be held at The Good Shephard Church of God, Ida Street off Robinson Road, on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Steven Gilbert, assisted by Bishop Harvey Cash & Deacon Trevor Moree. Interment follows in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road. Cherished memories will forever linger in the hearts his beloved wife and confidant: Andrea; daughters: Barbara Moree, Tamaika Horton, Pastor Lisa, Monigue, and Valarie and Deandra Bain; sons: Leviticus (deceased), Lynden, Ricky, Omar, Dwayne, Darron, Alexander, Garey and Mario Bain, Deacon Trevor Moree; sister: Eulita Bain; brother: Lysis Alexander; brother-in-law: Jackson Braitwaithe; sister-in-law: Natasha Strachan; nieces: Deneria Butler, Gaylean Brown, Leila Cash, Georgann Farquharson, Michelle Gilbert, Terecita Miller, Micah Knowles, Harriet Gardiner and Daria Amagon; nephews: Jehoida, Philip, Errol, David and Ivan McPhee, Steven & Neil Gilbert, Haldane Duke Stubbs, William Poitier Mark and Luke Burrows and Bishop Harvey Cash; Other relatives and friends: David Rolle, Loxley Thompson of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Geraldine Barr-Bethel, Bloneva & Edith Barr, Wilfred Knowles, Rosemary Ferguson and Deann Smith, Pearline Whylly and family, Charles & Eleanor Rolle, and the Bullards of Millars, Eleuthera, Mr. & Mrs. Cartwright, Donna, Ms. Collie, Hon. Obie Roberts, Mr. & Mrs. Campbell, Mr. Claude Hanna and Family, Mr. Wheatley Wilson, Mrs. Susan Bowe and Family, Mrs. Mazie Simmons and Family, Mrs. Sandra Walker and Family, Mrs. Bernadette Curry and Family, Bertha Lewis and family, Glenda Davis, Ms. Donnamae Rolle, Mr. & Mrs. Ferguson, Ms. Lulamae Smith, Mr. George Pintard, Donna Knowles, Karla Knowles, Mrs. Armaly, Sherry Forbes, Oliver Pickstock, Karen Kikiwarikis, Princess Pratt, Roosvelt and Hezekiah McPhee, Mr. and Mrs. Thompson, Management & Staff of Super Club Breezers, the community of Sunset Park, The Bannerman Town, Millars & John Millars Eleuthera Association.
a resident of Hampton Street East & formerly of Green Turtle Cay, Abaco, will be held at Rhodes Memorial Methodist Church, Montrose Avenue, on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Theophilus N. Rolle, assisted by Rev. Elkanah Brian Seymour, Rev. Emily A. Demeritte & Rev. Kelli D. Jolly. Interment follows in Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road. Martha Smith is predeceased by her Husband: Zaccheus; Daughter: Sandia; Sisters: Agnes, Mary and Florence & Brothers: Felix and Herbert. She is survived by, Sister: Movena Clarke; Sons: Kevin and Logan Smith; Daughters-in-law: Linda Smith and Maria Smith; Grandsons: Joshua, Jonathan, Jeremy and Logan Smith Jr.; Granddaughter-inlaw: Brendalee Smith; Great grandson: Andrew Smith; Special friend: Walter Smith; Nieces: Jocelyn Clarke Szasz, Georgina Clarke Bolware, Miling Fritzgerald McPhee, Carolyn Bowe, Kim Bowe of Michigan, Louise Sands, Carolyn Smith, Judy Hepburn. Nephews: Curtis Charlow, Dayne Clarke, Jason Fritzgerald and Kloi White. Numerous grand nieces and nephews: Curry Family in Green Turtle Cay Abaco. Other Family and Friends: Rhodes Memorial Methodist Church Family and Hampton Street Crew. Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
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& Family, Pastor Sandra & Minister Kenneth Fox and family, Pastor Kenrick Curtis & Family, Christine Whymns and family & Pilgrim Baptist Temple Church Family. Friends may pay their last respects on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 from 115:00 p.m. & on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Andre McPhee, 63
a resident of Abraham Street, Kemp Road, will be held in the Chapel at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Leroy N. Miller. Cremation will follow. Keith (Billy) is survived by his, grand daughter: Shereika Curry; Great grand children: Eureika & Eureia Rolle, Dominique Robinson and Latrent Bastian; Siblings and their spouses: Jeffrey (Bolo), Robert (Bobby), Deacon Charles and Pastor Barbara Hamilton; Nova & Everette Munroe, Jody & Christopher Turnquest. Aunts: Rena Glinton, Sandra (Candy) Darling, Blanche Holmes (Goulds, Fla.); Uncle: Michael Darling; Nieces: Monique Archer (Grand Bahama), Chrishae and Chrishell Turnquest, Evanique and Jermia Munroe, Andrieka, Alexis, Tamia, Tamya, Tamera and Tanya Hamilton, Latisha (Kylon) Andrews; Nephews: Braniel Rolle, Charles (Chanel) Hamilton Jr., Antonio Hamilton; Grand Nieces: Chakeyra, Ciara and Caliyah Fulmore, Isabella Andrews. Grandnephews: Triedecio Davis (Grand Bahama), Israel Andrews. Other Relatives: Janet (Hilton) Bowleg, Tiffany (Robert) Lewis, Tamara and Tischka Bowleg, Tyrone (Linda) Gibson, Cleveland Jr., Pamela, Angela and Lynda Holmes (Goulds Florida), Noran, Jarrid, Michael and Ideerah Darling; Betty Smith, Ophelia Ramsey’s children and their descendants: Granville Wilson, Alfred King, Alma Nairn, Ronald Nairn, Evelyn Gibson, Constance Rodrigues, Marie Jenoure and family, Ervin “Franky” Rolle, Sheena Lightbourne and Sherrie Morley; Friends: The Beckford Family: Alice, Carol, Kendal, Wendal, Antionette; Merlene Gibson Family; Cynthia Maynard, Warren Gibson & Sharlene Smith; Wayne Deveaux; Monique, Nehemiah, Nicola & Debbieann Davis, Jackie Moss & Family, Anna Shirleymae Gibson, The Marshall Family, David Spence, Norman Bedford, Cliford Gray, Branell Gray, Precious Curry, Telina Belfort, Kemp Road Water Depot Crew, Ricardo Rolle, Big O.L. Gibson, Alfred, Drucilla and Melly Bastian; the Sands family; Whites Addition, Cooper’s Terrace and Five Pound Lot Neighbors; Pastor Leroy and Minister Curlean Major, Pastor Catherine Roker
a resident of East Street South, will be held at Church of God of Prophecy, Carmichael Road, on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Terrance H. Forbes, assisted by Pastor Stephen Greene. Cremation will follow. Left to cherish his precious memories are, Mother: Florentine Maria McPhee; Brothers: Anthoney, Perry, Minister Kirkland, Gregory, Eustace Jr., and Minister Garnet McPhee; Sisters: Denise Patrice Rolle and Agatha Arlene Williams; Brother-in-law: Charles Williams and Christopher Rolle; Sisters-in-law: Juva McPhee and Quetel McPhee; Uncle: Bill McPhee; Nieces and Nephews: Valentino Rolle, Desiree Smith, Tinesha Clarke, Shannon McPhee, Creshanda McPhee, Joshua McPhee, Chavez McPhee, Charlene Williams, and Charles Williams Jr.; Cousins: Scevia and Henry Hunt, Shelia and Derick Marthis, Sydney Storr Jr., Mauriska Cash Monroe, Melantha Cash, Maurico Cash, Fredrick, Benjamin, Ira Jr., Billy, Lee, Joseph, Dudley, Alonzo McPhee Jr., Kirk, Prince, Edmond, Margareth Brown, Olive, Melvina, Mccola, Christine, Larhoda, Alaura, Elva, Joan, Hanna, Luella McPhee-Smith, Adam Brown, San Antonio McPhee and Nioshe Taylor; numerous other family relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Corporal #3541 Steven Alexander Duncombe
a resident of Vernice Bay, New Providence, Bahamas,will be held at Bahamas Faith Ministries on Wednesday, October 7th, 2026, 10:00am at Bahamas Faith Ministries International, Carmichael Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Reverend T. G. Morrison and Canon Stephan Davis. Interment will follow in the Lakeview Memorial, Gladstone Road, New Providence. Steven was predeceased by grandfather: Leo Duncombe; grandmother: Maxine Rolle-Evans; aunt: Kissie Evans; grand aunt: Chery Bethel; grand uncle: Clifford Pratt. Left to cherish his memory mother: Renee Evans; father: Steven (Emmaline) Duncombe; grandmother: Cynthia Duncombe; grandfather: Preston Alexander Evans; sisters: Renell (Stephuno Sr.) Johnson, Godesha (Leading Seamon Remond Jr.) Frazer, Kadia & Kalia Duncombe; brothers: Renaldo & Ramon Burnside, Kadian (Jessica) Duncombe; aunts: Deanne Williams (Fredrick), Monique McKenzie, Pastor Cherece Evans, Kenya (Joseph) Robinson-Ephriam, Donnalee Butler, Deborah, Sandra, Leeann and Eunice Duncombe; Theresa (Zendall) Rahming, Letecia (Philip) Deveaux, Maxine (Carlton) Sands, Minister Arlene (James “Lil Sam”) Anderson, Karen Wallace (Geoffrey) Duguay; uncles: Preston Jr., Vaughn, Troy (Sharon), Shawn, David, Torrey (Latonia) Evans,Roosevelt Rolle, ASP Jermaine Tooth, Philip (Velda) & Peter Duncombe; Philip,Prescott, Kirkley, and Jason Burrows; devoted partner: Janiqua Miller; grand aunts: Virginia Evans & Joycelyn (Carl) Bastian, Yvonne McKenzie, Eleanor Wilson, Cheryl Ranger; grand uncles: Vincent (Marilyn) McKenzie, Bishop Sidney (Pastor Laquita) Collie, Pastor Kendal (Juanita) McKenzie, Hughie Capron, Patricia Pratt, Cedric Smith, Tyrone McKenzie, Stanley (Suzanne) Ranger; great-grand aunt: Olive Munnings; nieces & nephews: Stephunique, Stephunae, Stephuno Jr Johnson, Ramon Jr, Monae, Monesha, Ramonteez & Reginae Burnside, Amari Frazer, Aria, Alessia, Aiyla and Avaia Duncombe. cousins: Dominic (Donae) & Ethan Duncombe, Dimitri (Shavonne) Duncombe, Darien (Sheryl) & Issac Duncombe, Maria Wilson, Edith Evans, Jeremiah Evans, Portia Bell, Raquel Curry, Theodore Curry, Rouschard Martin, Nautrell Kemp, Rochelle Mitchell, Joycelyn, Jacqulin & Ventura Evans, Terrance Evans. Doulton, Candice, Vaughn Jr, Alaiya, Vaughn’Yae, Shazii & Jai Evans. Franky, Christia, Brittney, Sarina Bell, Taygen, Jermaine Sr (Natasha) Jermaine Jr, Jazmyn Beneby, Ronae & Fayth Williams, Royal Rolle,
Lashann, Fredron, Fedrick Williams, Chenyah Evans, Shawn Jr, Tajh Evans, Candisha Evans, Kaiesha & Kazinski Johnson, Ravin Curtis, Tyesha, Tyronn and Tavion, Ajanae & Josiah Ephiram, Disa, Shantray & Ashanti Evans, Jamie Toote, Jamia Toote, Jermain Jr Evans, Torranique, Torrinae & Torron Evans, Denell, Banygh, Ny’ell, Nygh Watson, Latasha (Ian) Strachan andfamily, Kenya McKenzie and Family; Titi (Givonno) Moss and family; Octavia (Ken) Ferguson, Oluwa Collie; Massawe Dean; Zinza Hepburn; Pastor Onesi (Kayla) Collie and family; Nelson Ranger, Nicola Davis, Kyra and Kayden; Cindy Romer, Jaidedra, Janyea, Sherico, Chaz, Clinique, Keemy, Royalty, Rinya, Priya and Patrick Jr., Preva Moss and family; Tero Ranger, Xaviar and Tyler; Dion and Chris Ranger; Christina Ranger, Amira and Ri’asia; Lavant Pratt and family; Harry Rolle, Keanu, Kimora and Kassie; Thurlow and Jayson Rolle; Kevaughn Smith and family; Apostle Kelafo (Shallaywa) Collie, Ronisca (Stephan) Burrows; Elsa Carey; Simone Wilson; Philip, Brandon, Tinaj, Tarae, Jude, Taylor, Jaden, J’Ariel, J’Arien, Janiyah, Presca, Presanique, Philipa, Elmore, Lorenzo, Brittney Burrows, Andre (Waynette) Rahming, D’Andra (Anton) Clarke, Carlisa Gray, Philicia (Shaquille) Patton, Camille (Linward) Knowles, Darron, Cameron, Dustin, PC 4305 Quinton (Jerrell) Sands, LaVonda (Robert) Meadows, Sebastian (Tamara) Sands, Agnes (Raymond) Cumberbatch, Daisy (Tyga) McKenzie, Teniece Sands, Simone (Alfred) McKenzie, Tiffany (Clayzon) Morley, Paige, Jamarl, Aaliyah Anderson, Teliah Glass, Remond Sr, Sylvia, Nevado Sr, Nikell, Nevado Jr and Nyla Frazer. Shandia, Jonathia & Jonique; godparents: Melba Lightbourn, Leanna Carey, Terrel Clair, Shane Darrell, Tony Thompson, and Lynden Moxey; other relatives and friends: The Right Hon Philip Brave Davis, Hon Myles Laroda, Minister of National Security Hon Pia T. Glover- Rolle, Hon Glenys Hanna-Martin, Hon McKell D. Bonaby. Hon Leonardo Lightburn Ms. Shanta Knowles, Commissioner of Police, Chief Superintendent Sybrina Porter, Superintendent Coran Jennings, Assistant Superintendent Lakeisha Sawyer, Assistant Superintendent Demetria Capron, Inspector Jeron Thompson, Inspector Don Dorsette, Inspector Meko Evans, Inspector Keva Barton, Inspector Kristoff Greenslade and the Officers and Staff of the Police Traffic Division, especially the Motorcyclist Section. Nassau Christian Academy (NCA) class of 2007, De’Angelo Amaal Smith & Alecia Lewis (Best friend), Godfrey Seymour & Family, Schgregor Burrows and family, Divine Apostolic #8 Pastor Rosetta Stubs, Tamara Ferguson and Family, Sancia Robinson and Family, Zion Baptist Cowpen Road, Reverend Terrance Gerard Morrison and the Zion Baptist Church, East & Shirley Streets family, Bahamas Sentry Security Company and Family, CityScape Car Rental, New Providence Development Company, Tango Nation, Tristar Insurance Company, Deyontalay Bastian and family, Janet Miller and family, Royal Bahamas Police Force,Ron (Noella) Sands, Derick (Ronesha) McIntosh, New Providence Water Company. Family and friends can pay their respects at The Paul Farquharson Center Police, Headquarters, East Street (North) on Tuesday, 8th October, 2026 from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the Church on Wednesday from 9:00am until service time.
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Funeral Service for Leviticus Anderson, 75 will be held at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Deep Creek, Eleuthera; Sunday, October 4th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rt. Hon. Rev. Dr. Carrington Pinder; interment will follow in The Church’s Cemetery.
a resident of Cowpen Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Saturday, 3rd, October, 2026. He is survived by his children: Evenique Clarke and Aden Demelvard; sisters: Edith Lafluer -Estimable, Marie Jacques, brothers Willy, Simone, Jason, Prince, Mcinphos and Justin Lafleur, Pedro Demelvrd and Edrise; aunts and uncles, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of relative and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date
Left to mourn his passing and realize his legacy, his loving and devoted Wife of 53 years: Earlene Anderson; 3 Sons: Darren Sr. (Lucretia), Mecos and Kardero (adopted) Anderson; 3 Daughters: Claudette Anderson, Jelisa (D’Marco) Crumble, and Dedrie (Terrance) Bain; 7 Grand Sons: Darren Anderson Jr., Trachon Brown, Quron and Emmitt Rolle, Terrance Jr., Terron and Ethan Bain; 5 Grand-daughters: Kiara, Amira, Maisha, and Mei-lin Anderson, and Tracey Brown; Godchildren: Neil (Derece) Thompson Sr., Lakeisha (Zennerman) Cox; 1 Surviving Brother: Cyril (Vanderlyn) Anderson; 3 Sisters: Geneva Pinder, Ettamae (Dudley) Richards, and Clothilda (Mary) Anderson; Brothers-in-law: Zilchus Thompson, Shervin (Donna) Bastian, Austin (Parline) Rolle Jr.; Sisters-in-law: Hannamae, Jennie (Rufus), Icelyn Anderson, and Rosemary Williams; Nephews: Sammy, Ezra Sr., Wayde, Donald Jr., Leviticus, Demeco, Donridge, Rugeno, Syrano, Lance, Fabian, Alarick, Gregory, Elroy, Devano, Kenrick, Alliston, Deago, and Devon Anderson; Donald ‘Shannon’ Sr. and Donavaughn Bullard, Prince Sr., Marvin ‘Clint’, Wayde, Gerard ‘Lamont’, and Neil Sr., Thompson, Ashley Meadows, Woodrow Grant, Alexander Gibson; Joseph, Walter and Kennedy Pinder; Douglas Brown; Demetrius and Donervin (Alicia) Bastian, Ashton Williams; Nieces: Laverne, Nicolette, Alarice, Alicia, Letisha and Rueshan Anderson, Tasha Hamilton, Rebecca Cleare, Janet Stuart, Doretta Edwards, Gertrude and Denise Clarke, Bernell ‘Tip’ Miller, Sheryl and Carlotta Deveaux, Alceta Knowles, Roslyn Gibson, Dianne Rolle, Tabitha Romer, Desiree Dean, Sekera Seymour, Arita Saunders, Deborah Rolle, Antoinette Chambers, Angeleta Martin, Victoria, Melba and Natasha Johnson. An abundance of Grand-nieces, Grand-nephews, and Cousins too numerous to mention including Cousin Ruth and the entire Anderson Family of Port Salerno, Florida. Other Relatives and Friends including: Sister Nathalie Morely, Rt. Honorable Bishop Rev. Dr. Carrington and Rev. Dr. Sabrina Pinder, Pastor Phillip Bethel, Derick Sands of Freeport, Frank Woodside, Sidney Forbes of Phoenix, Angus Glavine, Nurse Darlene Anderson, Dr. Sydney Smith and the Nurses and Support Staff at Bahamas Wellness Clinic Eleuthera, The Nurses and support staff at the Wemyss’ Bight Clinic, Eleuthera, Chelsea Williams DO. (primary care provider), Paul Mathieu MD, (Hospitalist, Medicine), Steven L. McCune MD. (Medical Oncologist), and the team of Nurses and support staff at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Atlanta Georgia, USA; Dr. McCartney, Dr. Alphaeus Allick MD, and the Emergency Care Team at Doctor’s Hospital in New Providence, Dr. Dionne Dames-Allick MBBS., DM., MSc., FACP., Nurse Richards, Nurse Russell, Annissa Smith, McDonald and the team of support Staff at the Private Surgical Ward at Princess Margaret Hospital in New Providence, The Ambulance Emergency Response Team of South Eleuthera. Bob & Karen Bailey of Jacksonville, Florida USA, Dave and Barbara Agema of Michigan, USA. The Mt. Zion Native Baptist Church Family, The Family of Churches in the South Eleuthera Fellowship, The entire St. John’s Society of Particular Native Baptists in The Bahamas, The extended community of Deep Creek, and South Eleuthera. Viewing will be on Friday from 9am to 5pm and at the church on Sunday from 9am until service time.
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Funeral Services For Paulina Beatrice Rosina Tucker-Clarke, 83 of Cemetery Road, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, 11:00am at St. Davids Methodist Church, Sea Grape Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Rev. Kenneth Lewis assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow at Harbour West Public Cemetery. She was predeceased by her father: Alfred Tucker; mother: Dottis Higgs-Tucker; brothers: Alfred Jr., Stalvitt and Leon Tucker; sisters: Annie Tucker and Norma Tucker-Smith; daughter: Rubellie “Patrice” Clarke; niece: Bloneva Smith-Purcell; nephew: Bruce Smith; great grandson: Ajore Major; daighter-in-love: Karen Forbes. She is survived by his daughters: Valerie Lightbourne-Edden, Debrecca Simms-Blackstock; sons: Ricardo Forbes, Dwight, Doyle and Deon Simms; son-in-law: Audley Edden, Tyrone Blackstock; granddaughters: Andrea Handfield, Jamillah, Antrez and Rudyann Clarke, Rubellie Higgs, Kistara Forbes, DeBrekah, Dequhnyah, Kiara, Gabrielle, Brianna, Jalin, Zanayah, Déquanniqueqa, Nahtavia, Deaja, Dahliya, Delaney, and Debrenae Simms, Brittney Weech; grandsons: Paul Rigby, Romel Burrows, Déquhn, Dekarai, Devynn, Dhalli, Leon, Rylei and Israel Simms, Karsten, Karsteeno, Kanraniah, Kannomera, Kaamanra and Karajahyah Forbes, K’Ondre Linden; great granddaughters: Dashawnya Willie Clarke, Deriah Burrows, Ateena Forbes, Carmen, Amara and Camila Ayla Simms, Jayla and Hailey Fowler; great grandsons: King Rigby, Quincy and Quintin Higgs, Navado Bastian, Elijah Stephen, Aumari Simms, Stephano Clarke, Yvantray Forbes; sister: BettyAnne Bastian; brother: Clayton Tucker; nieces: Beorah Smith, Sharon, Barbara and Inez Tucker, Nicole Bain, Natasha Neely, Kahvara TuckerMissick, Audrey Tucker-Ewing; nephews: Brian, Barry and Braxton Smith, Stennis Lightbourne, Gilbert Bastian, Clayton, Jeremy, Trevor, Rashad and Michael Tucker; relatives & friends: Aunt Patience Beatrice Missick, Ula Grant and Family, Sonia, Wendell, Kevin, Alvin and Joel Simms and Family, Majorie Stubbs-Gray and Family, Cheryl Hyler and family, Aronica Shy and Family, Jerrisma Adderley and Family, Sterling, Samuel and Barrington Stubbs and Family, Stalvitt, Larry, Baron and Alicia Outten and Family, Patrina Johnson and Family, Alco Williams and Family, Barbara Hamilton and Family, Kay Laramore and Family, Eleanor Simmons and Family, Sandy Cooper and Family, Keisha Missick and Family, Omese Andrews and Family, Valverene Saunders and Family, John B. and Abigail Higgs and Family, Ayana Jack and Family, Mary and Tammy Russell and Family, Colbert Outten and Family, Whitlean Forbes and Family, Lloyd Grant and Family, Verline Bodie and Family, Josephine, Mary and Viola Mader and Family, Laural Bartlett and Family
Kimberly Redmond-Voca and Family, Kimberly Riley and Family, Monalisa and The Girls, Shantell Penn and Family, David George and Family; special thanks to: St. David’s Methodist Church Family, Westside Memorial Mortuary Family, The National Worker’s Credit Union Family, The Eastern Star and Grand Masonic Family, East Grand Bahama Local Government; and all those with prayers and well wishes. Viewing will be held in the “Royal Suite” at Westside Memorial Mortuary, Hanna Hill Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama on Friday, October 2, 2026 from 12:00 noon to 6:00pm.
Wendy Ann Vega, 64 of Livingston Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10:00am at Church of Christ, East Mall Dr. South. Officiating will be Pastor Ellison Delva assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow at Harbour West Public Cemetery. She is survived by her daughter: Kizzy Frith; grandson: Jadein Rolle; sisters: Diana & Charmaine Musgrove, Sandra MusgroveHenry, Charlene Pickstock & Cypriana Mc Donald; brothers: Anthony and James Vega; in-laws: Valaire Henry, James McDonald, Dorcas and Selina Vega; nieces: Scarlette Smith, Debbie Hepburn, Cynesha McDonald, Lorana, Shayna, Thea, Aaliyah, Taleaha and Kavantia Vega, Dereka Miller, Tekia Bain & Sachana Henry; nephews: Patroni Smith; Lester, Harry & Theo Musgrove, Jimbo, Jerry & Jamero McDonald, Derek Miller, Anthony, Ahmaad, Omario and Tyreek Vega, Cruz Crowther, Kirkwood & Cortez Musgrove, Chauncey Wildgoose; grandnieces & nephews: Tavares Marche, Zion, Zyaire, Zuri, Dhillon & Malia Miller; Kenrick Joffre, Malik Bremmer, Jaya Missick, Jacob, Arianna, Harmoni, Tanaz and Tatum Musgrove, Cortez McCartney Jr., Derio Grant, Sa’Mani Laguerre, Aaria Cooper, Alani and Amora Forbes, Kamiah Fawkes, Franko Moultrie, Reginee, Patra, Zyera, Parezz, Pharrell & Parrish Smith; cousins: Stephanie, Margret, Mava, Kevin & Brian McPhee, Sherry, Renatta & Humphrey Rolle, Estermae & the late Alma Clarke’s & family; and a host of other relatives & friends including: Nettamae Williamson, Linda Higgs & Family, Brigette Flowers & Family, The Musgrove Family, Wandalee Outten, Rosalie Cox, Salarine Roker, Althea Roberts, Annamae, Paula Lang, Carolyn Ambrister, Church of Christ Family, Kidney Center Family, F.I.M Family, Solomon’s & Princess Casino Co-workers, Deta Victor, Stella Poiter, Sheba DeGregory and others too numerous to mention. Viewing will be held in the “Chapel of Eternal Rest” at Westside Memorial Mortuary, Hanna Hill Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama on Friday, October 2, 2026, from 12:00 noon to 6:00pm.
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Andrew Fritzgerald McKenzie, 54
a resident of #33 St. Vincent Road, New Providence, Bahamas, who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital Wednesday, September 16th, 2026, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at Bible Truth Ministries, Martin Close off Cowpen Road, New Providence. Pastor Alvin R. Thurston of United Christian Cathedral assisted by Pastor Alvin Hepburn of Yaweh Worship Centre will officiate. Interment will follow in Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road, New Providence. He was predeceased by his wife: Donna McKenzie; mother: Naomi Miller; father: Basil McKenzie; grandmother: Henrietta McKenzie (aka) “Sister”.
Left to cherished his memories are; his son: Andrew McKenzie Jr., stepsons: Deangelo & Chiefield; stepmother: Joanna McKenzie; siblings: Ann(John) Robinson, Robert Russell, Jeff(Monique) Greene, Peggy(Raymond)Knowles, Monique Greene, Donnette(Vincent) Williams, Jacqueline, Shanique & Bettyann McKenzie, Malikah Rolle; P/O Leon Johnson, Patrino Hakshaw; adopted sisters: Cheryl(Philip)Howard, Michelle Gilbert, Marsha McKenzie; mother-in-law: Virginia Roach; nieces and nephews: Robert (Ranique), Ashley(Camry) Genecia(Alnes) Gabrielle, Aaliyah, Raymiah, Shanique, Kristin (Christopher), Jeff Jr.,Kathumel(Rodney), Shaquillea, Donella, Ian Subbs II, Vincent Jr (Bethany), Patrino, Sharad, Decarlo, La-Trano, Aaron, Kalvin, Calea & Aaronique Grandnieces & Nephews; Treasure, Carmello, Deon, Alayah, Riley, Lex, Kaitlyn, Rozario, Tre, Zhyon, Arriette & Anaia; aunts and uncles: Clara (Floyd)Walker, Drucilla Kemp, Samuel (Sada) Miller, Kenneth (Daphne) Miller, Bettymae Poitier, Lillian McKenzie; inlaws: Sabrena, Carla (Sgt. 2846 Garvon)McDonald; cousins: Enita(Bishop Samuel), Monique (Sheldon) Sonia, Steve, Jennifer, Christopher, Friitzgerald, Spencer, Arrandale (Roger), Jefferson, Brian, Darryl, Montez, Dianna, Lynden(Monique), Agatha & Cassandra, Vardlee (Kenyon), Falon, Thrale(Dewey) Shakeia(Rolando Sr.) KennethJr, Kendrick, Kenton, Tyrell(Shantell), Anthon(Anastacia), Devon(Elaine), Eldreko, Deandre, Shanirre, The Generations of; Daniel, Edward, Charles, Albert, Louis, Thomas, & William(Big Bill)McKenzie, Rosenell McKenzie, Ivy Johnson, Annie Hepburn, Amy Roberts, Lawrence, Reuben, Ben & Leonard McKenzie, Malvese, Bradley Carlos, Kendal, Ricardo, Leonard, Christopher(Gaynell),& Philip, Godmother; Rhodamae Rolle, Godchild: Shavante, Other Relatives and Friends; Corene & Dep. Comm. Anthony Rolle & Family, Glen Dean & Family, Christine & Lillis, Betty & Joyce, Pearlymae, Betsy, Louise, Marie & Charlotte, Edris Miller, Norman, Pastor Angela Rolle, Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis, Boxy, Barry, Paul, Shawn, Ronnie, Deangelo, Melissa Nardia, Shanell, Anya, Darling, Dicky Boy Stubbs & Family, Linda Rolle, Deidre Ferguson & Family, Sandra Rolle, Manesha Stubbs, Deborah Seymour, Maxine (Ricky) Leary-Rolle, Ch./Supt. Sabrina Porter, Sherlene Sears & Family, Veronica Woodside & Family, Jackie Knowles & Family, The Farrington, Dean, Hepburn, McKenzie, Webb’s, Pratts, Bonamy’s, Millers, McDonald’s, Thurston, Rahming, Campbell, Poitier, King, Ambrose, Rolle, Stubbs, Strachan, Newbold, Stuart, Gaitor, Moncur, Williams, Wilson, Mackey, Johnson, Simmons, Monroe & Saunders Families, Clement Simmons & Family, PS. Neil Campbell & Family, Ch./Supt. Calvin Robinson & Robinson Family, Bishop V.G. Clarke & Family, Bishop James Newry & Calvary Deliverance Church, Arthur’s Town, The Bluff, Rokers, Industrious Hill,& Stevenson Communities Cat Island, Ferguson,
Kemp & Hanna Families, Commissioner of Police Ms. Shanta Knowles & Royal Bahamas Police Force, Prosecutions Dept., Mr. Aaron Brice & Epic Battery Family, Shoe Depo, McDonald’s, Water & Sewage, Inland Revenue, National Insurance, Roots Landscaping, Dept. of Corrections, Red Door, Hammies, Darville & Claudies, A.F.Adderley Class of 1985/1987, Blue Sisters, “E” Squad 1989. Other family and friends too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on Friday from 11:00a.m.- 6:00 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Lerandieu Alfred, 67 affectionately called “Casto”
a resident of Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Chamsolme Haiti, who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, September 13th, 2026 will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Larazetto Road off Carmichael Road, New Providence. Pastor Mudeler Jean-Baptiste assisted Pastor Ricene Felix and other Ministers will officiate. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.
He was predecease by his father: Leyanne Alfred,; mother: Yoselia Jean; son: Presandieu Alfred; sister: Velouse Alfred Left to cherish his memories are his daughters: Monalisa and Serena Alfred, Carlene Petithomme; son: Robinson Alfred; sisters: Clesilia Alfred and Marie Altidor; brothers: Sivener and Leranfan Alfred; step children: Linda Joseph, Fritznel Francois and Sabrina Jean-Woel; grandchildren: Leonardo Rolle Jr., Harmony (Miracle) Alfred, Ryan Knowles, Dieuvenky Alfred, Jasmine Johnson, Destiny Johnson, Fritznel Francois Jr., Faith Altidor; nieces: Phanelia Alfred, Saintasse Fortela Madiani, Aloude, Alsiny, Monica and Kimberley; nephews: Guvenson, Carmila, Ymelda and Yniace Alfred; cousins: Jazzy, Cedna, Sidney, Keket, Quenisha, Sara, Jameson, Jason, Jacques, Fufon, Stacia, Pierrccina, Julio, Juliet, Julianna, Genior Marie Jean Lomond, Renisson, Exantel, Druvelus, Ramon, Banese, Anetide, Renette, Ribin, Ronald, Sedet, Maletide, Olvie and Albert; godchild: Chantell Sylvester; special friend: Sonia Francois; other and friends and relatives includeing: Vangilia Salvard, Jean Altidor, Clercilia Thervil, Felijans. Michelet, Captain and Mrs. Paul Aranha and family, Nikko Sangeo, Angie King, Kevin Ferguson, Antoinise Agenor and family, Lerlene, Della, Acclia, The Bacardi Road Community, Luke Marc, Tan, Shao Patton and family, Samie, Tina, The China Town Community and Gospel Assembly Church Of God of Prophecy. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on Friday from 1:00-6:00 p.m. and at the Church Saturday from 12:00 noon until service time.
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Miguel Renardo Albury Higgs, 46
a resident of St. Vincent Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Lower Bogue, Eleuthera, Bahamas, who died at his mother’s residence on Thursday, September 3rd, 2026 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at Charles Wesley Methodist Church Lower Bogue, Eleuthera. Rev Dante Albury assisted by Deacon Wayde Higgs and Apostle David Armbrister will officiate. Interment will follow in Henderson View Cemetery Lower Bogue Eleuthera. Predeceased by his grandparents: Berlin & Lottie Albury and Simeon & Joycelyn Higgs
Cherished memories are held by his parents: Sandra Albury & Gregory Higgs Sr.; siblings: Samantha (Noel) Farquharson, Vanessa Rolle, Ernest Jr. (Shauntue) Scavella, Shekia (Jeremy) Fry, Gregory Jr., Frisco & Darico Higgs, Clifton Barry; stepsisters: Romanda, Brittney & Marla; stepbrother: Gary Neilly; adopted sister: Kendra Barry; nieces & nephews: Geniyah, Bernae & Emilio Scavella, Arianna Fry, Darinique Major, Talon, Kaislee & Kaison Higgs; aunts: Paula Albury, Mayzina, Darla & Carletta Higgs, Zona (Larry) Roker; uncles: Lester & Sidney (Pearline) Albury, Pastor Ednol Cash, O’Brien Munroe (Tasha), Mark (Lucita) & Magolda (Felicia) Higgs; grand aunts & uncles: Veronica (Oliver) Adderley, Felicia (Phillip) Roberts, Thomas (Liz) Higgs, Daisy Dorsette & Ephraim Higgs; godparents: Ismae Newbold & Marjorie Albury; first cousins: Thayla (Jerold), Gernesta, Jerold Jr. Kelly, Ortneil, Gordon (Marsha), Gordon Jr. (Kristen), Grayson & Lynn Cash, Phillip Moss, Tanesha Saunders, Jabari & Gerald Mackey Jr., Alvin (Gerana) Alia, Sidney Jr., Shantell, Anthony & Anthonea Albury, Shandea Butler, Lottie (Danny), Iolanda & Antonio Palumbo, Jerome & Tristan Sherman, Fredricka Strachan, David (Raquel), Vashon (Atara), Delano, Demeris (Lorraine), D’Niqua, Demia, Antonya, Elvardo (Sherelle) & Ethan Armbrister, Perez (Kenya), Nevaeh Culmer, Dhillyn Fowler, Chevette (Ely Sr.), Ely Jr., D’Angelo & Ellysia Burrows, Pamela (Kevin) Culmer, Ednol Jr., Sharnell & Lesean Cash, Mitthayo Barry, Nathan, Marcus, Evelyn & Shemier Saunders, Thorn, Shadia, Zaiden, Kamari, Manay, Malik & Meir, Mason (Zoria) Higgs, Danielle (Braxton) Neilly, Marcello, Itika, Anthony, Marco, Emilia, Junior & Darleka Higgs, Whitney Carey, Dianna Armbrister, Angela Bain, Annily Coakley, Unay Jones, Minerva Higgs, Bretina Rolle, Rochelle Kemp, Rakell Pearce, Sharell Lewis, Christamara Bain, Coryanna Coakley, Sasha & Cassandra Munroe; extended family: Thirza, Derek (Patrice), Michelle Dean, Karla (Cosmos) Edwards, Ethelyn & Timothy Rowlands, Bryon Albury, Atiya, Corrine (Larry) Brown, Tootsie, Terrence, Kimberly, Arlington (Paula), Palincia Hunter, Sylvia & Ramon Bonamy, Marie Andrews, Patricia, Berneil, Christopher, Ryan, Elvira Pinder, Amanda Sargeant, Latisha Williams, Tatreka Woodside, Anthony Ferguson, Rudolph (Iris), Rudica, Maiesha, Sherman, Jeremiah Albury, Cherese Smith, Cherene Greene, Pandora Cash, Marionette, Appakeisha & Appareskecio Neilly, Italia Rolle, Eric Johnson & Family, Helen Campbell, Shadrack Kelly & remaining clan of Bishop Dudley Kelly, Minister Helena Bethel, Eleanor Saunders & Family, Beryl, Basil, Alvin Neilly, Pastor Monique Davis, and remaining clan of Caroline Neilly, Lyman, Bloise Cash & remaining Clan of Wealthy Cash, Mercia Cash, Vernell Cash, Julie Wallace & the remaining clan of Clayton & Gladys Kelly, Carolyn Cash, Valdino Johnson & remaining clan of Earline Albury, Issie, Corrine, Florie & remaining clan of Olga
Frazier, Iva, Deborah Williams & remaining clan of Fustina Williams, Maragaret Fernander, Geneva Cash & remaining clan of Llewellyn Cash, Malvena Culmer, Rev. Dr. Jacinta Marie & Edith Neilly & remaining clan of Alma Neilly, Wilhemina Greene, Linda Ferguson, Mayfield Albury & remaining clan of Gwendolyn Albury, Maxwell Albury & remaining clan of Dewitt Albury, Ismae Johnson, Whitfield Albury & remaining clan of Willard Albury, Whitfield (Gina), Cleveland (Paulette) Brown & remaining clan of Miriam Brown The clans of the Late: Lillian & John Higgs, Mahalia & Howard Albury, Preston & Prescola Neilly, Ralph & Eunice Albury, Virginia Johnson, Leonard Albury, Oswald Frazier, Norman & Olive Kelly, George Cash, Delores & Lewis Bain, Una Ferguson, Howard Ingraham, Salomie Munroe, Agnes Kemp, Thelma Neilly, Geneva & Harrison Kelly, Sybil Cash, Perkins Bain. Relatives & Friends: Dwayne Sands, Paulette Higgs, Caprice, Higgs Construction Family, Henry Wallace, Betty Jolly, Linda Smith, Barbara, Erica Bain & Family, Shontae Jones, Darria Deveaux, David Armbrister Sr., Terecita Jules, Carmelita Young & Family, Craig Wilson, Carolyn Richards, Donald, Orean Cash & Family, Talmadge Jones & Family, Lathera Ferguson, Denique Davis, Bianca Beauchamp, Donna & Wilfred Winters, Shenique Scavella, Norma, Gifford Moss & Family, Janice Wallace, Deacon Wade & Jackie Higgs, Nurse Yvonnia Kelly, Nurse Nicola Ferguson-Kelly, Nurse Agnes Deveaux, Nurse Dr. Bianca Edwards, Minister Darren Bethel & Trinity City of Praise Family, Pink Sands Family, BTC Business Family, The Farquharson Family, Charles Wesley Methodist Church Family, IPAD Family, The Communities of Lower Bogue, Harbour Island & North Eleuthera. Please forgive us for any names that may have inadvertently been left off at this time. Please know that we deeply appreciate and lovingly remember everyone who shared in his life and touched him. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on Friday from 10:00a.m.-12:00 noon and at the Church in Lower Bogue Friday from 7:30 p.m. until service time on Saturday.
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Frederick Russell, 60 affectionately called “Sam”
a resident of Caroline Estates, Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital Thursday, September 17th, 2026 Cherished memories are held by his daughters: Samantha Russell-Jeune and Marissa Russell; son in-law: Nickenson Jeune; brothers: Jeffrey, Hespert, and Clayton Russell; sister: Barbara Russell; grandchildren: Ariana, Mariah, Ace and Axel a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service For
Miranda Lucinda McKinney, 71 affectionately called “Mama” “Randa”
a resident of Devonshire Close, Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Reckley Hill, San Salvador, Bahamas who died at her son’s residence, on Monday, September 14th, 2026, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 2nd, 2026 at Cockburn Town Seventh Day Adventist Church, Queen’s Highway, San Salvador, Bahamas. Pastor Kareem Black assisted by Elder Ian Greene and other ministers will officiate. Interment will follow in the Public cemetery, San Salvador, Bahamas
Left to cherish her memories are her four sons: Ashley Pinder (Chantel), Gerard Nairn (Emeral), Ashton Major, and Milton McKinney, Jr.; three daughters: Tamika Brown, Makia Major (Deavaughn) and Lysette McKinney; stepchildren: Sean McKinney, Antonio Bain, Lynkworth , Melissa McKinney, Lashan Moss; two sisters: Faith Jones and Emba Fernander (Charles); one sister- in-law: Ruth Nairn; seventeen grandchildren: Ashleia and Ashanti Pinder; Gerlia, Hailee, Giles, Alyssa and Genesis Nairn; Chadwick Nairn; Akeelah Butler and Shavaughn Major; Ashton Major, Jr.; Sa’mya Martin; Ja’niyah Clarke, Jamere and Jayah McKinney, Shaniya and ShanariThompson; two greatgrandchildren: Antonio Johnson and Kyrie Nairn; thirteen nephews: Kirk (Linda) and Captain Lewison Williams;Dwight (Emily) Rolle; PC-555 Eddison Nairn; Eddison (Idirea), Reginald (Lenora), Trevor (Raquel), and Curtis Nairn; Myron(Coleen), Marcus Jr. (Berdisha), and Marlon Jones; Quentin Fox; twelve nieces: Olga Dickerson, Elva (Horrace) Manning; Pastor Magnola Rahming, Marzelle (Christopher) Francis; Melesa Pinder; Marlene (Wilfred) Smith and Kamoria Rolle (Christopher); Sonia (Charles) Jones, Kim Farah, Rochelle Brennen, Alicia Dean (Leonardo), Desiree Nairn; twenty-nine grandnephews: Bishop Valentino (Cleopatra), Kavanti, Kyle (Paris), Leron, and Sergio Williams; Avanti (Tyronicia) Thompson, Owen King, Khaldun Josey, Nautilus Manning, Dr. Colton (Camille) Jones, Cordero Dorsette; Mark (Le’Keyra), Marvin Francis; Kadye Smith, Antonio Rolle; Curshad and Curtis Jr. Nairn; Marvin and Jason Rolle; Taffarah Williams, Myron Jones Jr.; Vano, Reginald Jr., Rajon, and Rayden Nairn, Vernon (Eliany) Nairn; Khalon Neymour; Eddison Nairn Jr. Crestwill Farah; twenty-one grandnieces: Muriel Gaitor (Chad); Katonya, Antoinette, and SheniquaRolle; Verna, Dornella, and Dina Rolle; Nyoka Swann; Nadera, Tanika, and Leshan Williams; Savvoy Manning; Tiara Neymour, Myra Rolle (Willsha), Myriah Jones; Kayla Smith; Travia Nairn; Ediesha Nairn, Letheria King(Dino), Chawvez Black, Kimia Martin; cousins: Dian Nairn & Family; Lydia Curtis & Family; Larry Burows & Family; Ursula and Rennard Nairn & Family Portia Barnett & Family; Juanita Nairn-Grant & Family; Joan Diah & Family; Theresa Haven Adderley & Family; Ann Haven & Family; Elsa McDonald & Family; Jeffery Stuart &
Family; Phillip, Ernest & Lionel Haven & Family; Linda Jones & Family; Mel Roberts; Caran Massey; Winifred Campbell & Family; Dillith Nairn & Family; Carrimae Hunt & Family; Michael Nairn & Family; Sheldon Gibson & Family; Melanie & Nicola Strapp & Family; Kenneth & Thomas Love & Family; Richard Ross & Family; Wayne, Sheldon, Solomon, Terrence and Lowell Gibson; Edrya Gibson-Wells, Authoring Gibson- Deal, Valencia GibsonGooding, and Vanria Gibson Trottman.Godchildren: Andy Storr, Monique Butler, and Janette Ferguson; persons dear to her heart: Nechia McIntosh; Bernard Storr & Family; Winston Bonaby & Family; Eleanor Whylly & Family; Natasha Whylly & Family; The Davis Family (Beulah); Clifton Storr & Family; Torkel Lockhart & Family; Joan Noel, Cordelia Williams; Barbara Lightfoot & Family; Bruce Nero & Family; Ricardo Wilson & Family; Elva Neilly (Pedro) & Family; Karen Fernander & Family; Lynette Storr & Family; Allison Mortimer & Family; Urvan Moxey & Family; Clothilda Williams & Family; Felicity Walker & Family; Gregory Bastian & Family; Mazell, Frank & Mearil Hinzey & Family; Nina Scantlebury & Family, numerous great-grand nephews & nieces and a host of other relatives and friends including: Matilda Williams & Family; Michelle Storr & Family; Kendal Rolle & Family; Michael Jones & Family; Jefferson Storr & Family; Pamela Storr & Family; Rosemarie Hunt & Family; Betty Jones & Family; Nicole Lightfoot & Family; Marina Benson & Family; Eurica Knowles & Family; The Fernander Families; Nathaniel Walker & Family; Allen Butler & Family; Club Med Bar Team (1992); Harbourside @ Atlantis Crew (Office & Transport Department, Miller’s Height Crew and the entire community of San Salvador. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at the Church in San Salvador on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to service time on Friday. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME.
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Millicent Louise Bethel, 78
a resident of Cockburn Street, Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, September 29th, 2026. She was predeceased by her son: Calvin Lockhart Left to cherish her memories are her three sons: Franklyn, Pearson, Jimi and Timi Thompson; two daughters: Margo Thompson and Donna Thompson-Charlo; four brothers: Franklyn, Mark, Wilshire and Christopher Bethel; sister: Joyann Bethel; and a host of other relatives and friends
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service for Mrs. Clementine Theresa Butler, 81
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Funeral Service for James Phillip Thompson, Mr. “PMH”, 66
a resident of West Bay Street, Nassau, the Bahamas, passed away peacefully, on Monday, September 28, 2026 at Doctors Hospital; will be held on Thursday, October 08, 2026, 1:00 p.m. at St. Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou Hill Road, Grant’s Town, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be Venerable Keith N. Cartwright, assisted by Rev’d Lamar M. Nottage. Interment will follow at St. Matthew’s Church Cemetery, Church Street. She was predeceased by her husband: Mr. Franklyn A. Butler Sr.; her daughters: Monique Carey and Genia Pinder; and her son: Dominic C. J. Butler. She is survived by her sons: Damian T. A. Butler, Franklyn A. Butler II and D. Martin Butler; her daughters-in-law: Tina Butler, Rochelle Butler, and Eugeina T. Butler; her son-in-law: Jeffrey Pinder; her grandchildren: Jeffrey Pinder Jr., Gerard Pinder, Chrystal Thompson-Asia, Allison Robinson, Dason Dean, Savaletha Carey, Latrell Brooks, Shayane Brooks, Aaron Butler and Felicity Butler; numerous great grandchildren; her sisters: Dorothy Ewing, Elaine McPhee and Maria Johnson; her brothers: Derek Johnson and Carlton Johnson, all of Florida; Nephews and Nieces: Kendal Butler, Dr. Raleigh Jr. (Dr. Rosamund Erskine), Craig Butler, Jerome, Jonathan, Samuel, David (Lorrieann) and Andrew Joseph (Monette) Butler, Jeffrey Pinder, Pierre (Moezza), Paul and Antoine (Suzette) Butler, Dwight (Marilyn), Allan (Shandira), Bruce Butler, Mark Butler, Clarice Butler, Denise Docemo, Valarie Osbourne, The Hon. Loretta Butler-Turner, Dr. Faith Butler-Cleare (Thomas), Janice Ramsey, Whitney Brice, Juanita and Rochelle Butler, Janet (Norman) Forbes, Sharon Been, Lisa Ingraham and Anne Ferguson, Joshua and Samuel McIntosh, Kendal and Justice Ruby Bethel, Dr. Marcus and Chantal Bethel, Dr. Paulette Bethel, The Hon. Alfred Sears and Marion Bethel- Sears, Owen Bethel, Brad Taylor, Carlos and Natasha Mitchell, Vivian and Jabez Bain, Fabian Fernander, Cyril Carey, Randy Mackey, Sheldon Evans, Myra Mitchell, Melonie, Mitchell, Judy Evans-Goa, Angel Evans; James Evans, Nelson Evans, Precious Evans, Austin Evans Lakesha Ewing, LaRhonda Celestin, Ronald Celestin, Chris McPhee, Andrew Malcom, Marcus Malcom, Lorenzo McPhee, Torrence Johnson, and many other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Special thanks to: Dr. Dionne Dames-Allick, Dr, Duane Sands, Dr. Indira Grimes, Dr. Sheena Antonio-Collie, Barbara Donaldson (caregiver) Olive Sinclair, Alcien “Tia” McKay and Happy Healing Home Care. There Will be No Viewing at the Church Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Butlers Funeral Home & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, on Wednesday, October 07, 2026 for, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00p.m.
a resident of East Street South, Nassau, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Boyd Road, Nassau, Bahamas. Officiating will be Msgr. Fr. Culmer. Cremation will follow. He is survived by his Wife: Rudena Thompson; Daughters: Syan Daxon, Shantell Thompson-Collymore ans Lekisha Thompson: Sons: Damien Thompson, James Thompson and Jerriad Scott; Sisters: Bernadette Trotman and Barbara Thompson; Grandchildren: Maliah Daxon, James Thompson Jr., Marcus Daxon Jr. Ranicia Ferguson, Travis Thompson Ranauldo Ferguson, Maquanda Daxon, Adeya Russell, Janiah Thompson, Raven Ferguson, Jordyn Scott and Ferrah Collymore; Great-grandson: Marcus Daxon III; Nieces: Abranell Thompson and Chamrese Edgecombe, Crystal (Lamond) Arnett, Inga and Abigail Trotman and Taweisha Mark Ewen; Nephews: Trevor (Gushall) Edgecombe, Javaise Thompson, Anthony Whylly Jr., Elishama Culmer and John Trotman Jr.; Numerous grand and great grand-nieces; Sister-in-law: Arnadell Whylly, Sharon Skippings and Eleanor Pinder; Brothers-in-law: John Trotman Sr., and Rudolph Pinder; Daughters-in-law: Shakera Thompson and Krystal Scott; Sons-in-law: Marcus Daxon Sr., Ferron Collymore and a host of other friends, relatives and coworkers; Petrona (Michael) Miller and family, Claudia (Adrian) Albury and family, Rudolph and Quela Mackey are family, Margaret Russell and family, Edith Sawyer and family, Tomas and Lawrence (Vessy) Ferguson and family too numerous to mention. Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Butler’s Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Ernest & York Streets on Friday, October 2, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until service time.
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Death Notice It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the
Ermine Ruby Sealey, 92
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Death Notice for Robert Marc Gagnon, 84
formerly of Princess Town, Trinidad and Tobago and recently of Danottage Estates, who passed away at her residence on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Ruby, as she preferred to be called was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Nello Kenny Sealey (1990); her parents, Louise and Rupert Powell; her brother, Calvin (1998); her aunt, Ethel Martin and her beloved cousin Erma.
a resident of Nassau, Bahamas, passed peacefully on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at his residence.
She is survived by her Six sons: Orson, Anton (Hope), Ian (Carla), Conrad (Lisa), Aldwyn (Glenovan) and Don (Sheryl); Fifteen Grand children: Tanisha (Eric), Leslie Ann, Anton II (Sarah), Tachelle (Leo), Raven (David), Lindsay, Ian II, Tahj, Quinn, Talane (Noah), Andrew (Nomin), Leah, Matthew, Don Jr. and Anita; Ten Great-grandchildren: Eli, Torin, Anton III, Ruby, Jordan, Robyn, Eloise, Hope, Arjen and Emma; Nephew: Peter Powell (Bernadette), Cousin: Beverly BakerJackson.
He is survived by his wife: Louise Gagnon; Son: Philippe Gagnon; Daughters: Catherine Gagnon and Annik Smith; Son-in-law: Nick Smith; Daughter-in-law: Diana Gagnon; Grandchildren: Kolton, Kiara, Kyrie, Keegan, Arsenii, Ivanka and Elliott.
Extended family and close friends include: Jackie Sealey, Robert Krista, Mrs. Eva Hilton, Eloise Strachan, Lionel and Lavon Harris, Carla Wildgoose, Bernadette Wells, Cecil and Barbara Thompson, Harold and Sandra McPhee, the McPhee family of Mangrove Cay, The Goodrich Family, The Bonimy Family, Nurse Young of Freeport, Crystal Culmer of Palmetto Point, Eleuthera, Cynthia, and Karen Wilson, Enamae Pickstock, Anilia, her caregiver Diana, her constant companion Mellow and many more too numerous to mention. May her soul and the souls of all the faithfully departed rest in peace and rise in glory. Funeral and Celebration of Life details will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Clarke’s Funeral Home & Crematorium
MR. KENNETH CLARKE – US Trained and Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer • MRS. STEPHANIE CLARKE - Managing/Funeral Director
NEW LOCATION: EAST WEST HIGHWAY
(Established Since 1994)
FUNERAL SERVICE for the late
OVERSEER RICARDO WELLINGTON McQUEEN Age: 59 years of #62 Hyacinth Avenue, Garden Hills and formerly of Orlando Florida, who died on Sunday, September 13th, 2026 will be held on Friday, October 2nd, at 11:00am at Chapel On The Hill, Blue Hills Estates; Tonique Williams Darling Highway. Officiating will be Pastor Ellington Ferguson, assisted by Pastor Nathan Wells and Pastor Reginald Cox. CREMATION WILL FOLLOW. Ricardo was preceded in death by his Mother: Joann Simon; his Father: Wellington McQueen, his Grandparents: Marion and Joseph Simon; his Brother: Dereck B. Demeritte Sr.; his Aunts: Brenda Darell, Sandra Bullard, Jacqulyn Thompson, and Shirley Wilkinson; and his Uncle: Philip Simon Sr. He is survived by his Son: Ricardo S. McQueen Jr Adopted Son: Pastor Willis A. Stuart Sisters: Deborah J. Rahming, Ordained International Elder, Evangelist Michelle Mott, Elder Andrea Cox, Kayshaune Beneby, Kathy McQueen, Family Island Administrator Crooked Island & Long Cay District. Brothers: George McQueen Jr., Marvin McQueen and Kendrick McQueen Sisters-in-law: Stephanie McQueen and Melissa Adderley Brothers-in-law: Pastor Reginald Cox and Pastor Howard Mott Nieces and their Spouses: Prophetess Yhasmin Musgrove, Shacarra and Jeffery Sigler, Shaneka and Kye Smith, Victoria L. Wilson, Abigail Mott, Derece Demeritte-Thomsom and Neil
Thompson Sr., Delshaune Beneby and Gabriel Barry. Nephews & their Spouses: Joshua and Tenique Mott, Derek Demeritte Jr., Tanner Demeritte, Demetrius Demeritte, Sargent 3230 Perez and Kieshan Demeritte, Marvin McQueen Jr., Kaiden Wilson, Kendrick McQueen Jr. and Demetrius Russell Sr. Aunts: Roselyn Rolle Grand Nieces and their Spouses: Marva Williams, Randi Swaby, Randesha Swaby, Genica Saunders, Janai Rodgers, Anaijah Clarke, Kaiyah Smith, Quanel Demeritte, Dior Demeritte, Pariya Demeritte, Kieori Demetritte, Teniel Thompson and Erica Demeritte. Grand Nephews and their Spouses: Mario and Simone Williams, Randon Swaby, Malachi Mott, Shiloh Mott, Nash Demeritte, Demetrius Barius Russell, and Demetrius Division Russell. Numerous cousins: Phillip Simon Jr., Gia Ramsey, Mekiah Stuart, Genevera Bowe, Kristie Charlton, Alexandria BoweCooper, Deshawn Duvalier, Corrie Duvalier, Pastor Ulrick Joseph, Stephen Black, Don Stuart, Crystal Bowleg, Apostle Daniel Olukoya (Spiritual Father Nigeria, Africa), Pastor Ignitius Mulenga, Apostle John, Nsonge (Zambia, Africa), Pastor Theophilus Omegerie (Nigeria, Africa), Tyrone Nabbie, Ruby Ann Darling, Bertha Rousseau-Cooper, Dr. Monica McPherson, Betty Arhelo, Davy Sangalala, and Dr. Brenda Cleare. Viewing will be held at Clarke’s Funeral Home & Crematorium, East West Highway on (TODAY) Thursday, October 1st, from 11:00am to 4:30pm and on Friday from 10:00am at the church until service time.
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