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Funeral Service for Death Notice for Rosemary Butler, 88
of Ford Close, died at her residence on Monday, December 15, 2025. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Christ Church Cathedral, George Street. Officiating will be Bishop Boyd and Father Peter Ferguson. Predeceased by her loving husband Basil Butler. Her memory will forever be cherished in the hearts of her Children: Kayla Russell and Kenneth Butler. Daughter-in-law: Irene Butler. Grandchildren: Christopher Roberts, Roderick Roberts, Troy & Marisa Cartwright, Jayde Cartwright Black, Meagan & William Hunt, Joanna Butler and Basil Kenneth Butler II. Great Grandchildren: Skye Brown, Makayla Black, Tranya Cartwright, Serenity Brown, Layla Black, Amir Hunt, Caius Hunt, Thar Cartwright and Jeffria Lunn. Nieces: Michelle Roberts, Donna Wells, Holly Cartwright and Bunny Butler. Special Friends: Zelda Evans, Sigita & Adam Cooper, Lindy Wells, Charlotte Hulland-Holst, Rona Cartwright and Family, Brian Russell & Family, Nadia Rolle, Lorraine Cansino, Reginald and Sarah Carey, Emily Cash, Terrance Cartwright and Chanelle Johnson and Family. Please wear vibrant colors, no black. Arrangements by Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited.
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of Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas, formerly of London, England. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Stephen “Chuck” B. Knowles. She is survived by her daughters, Candi Knowles and Clio Knowles; her son-in-law, Marcus Cheetham; her grandchildren, Jordan Cheetham and Sienna Cheetham; her sister, Janet Underwood; and her dear friend, Colette Higgs, along with other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at her home on Thursday, January 9th, at 4:00 p.m. Arrangements by Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited.
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Funeral Service For Ivan Carroll, 78
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Death Notice Funeral Servicefor for Rodney Michael Collie, 81
A Resident of Oleander Avenue, South Beach, will be held on Saturday 27th December 2025, 10:00am at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Baillou Hill and Wulff Road. Officiating will be Father Rodrick Bain and other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Western Cemetery. Mr. Collie was predeceased by his Parents Ellonus Collie and Alma Darling; (1)Grandson: Bradley Collie Jr.
a resident of #12 Amity Road, Imperial Park, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Lower Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 27th, 2025 at St. Georges Anglican Church, Montrose Avenue, New Providence. Officiating will be The Reverend Canon Andrew F. A. Toppin assisted by The Reverend Fr. Ivan Eldon and The Reverend Fr. Scott Brennen. Internment in the Lake View Cemetery. Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife: Naomi Carroll; daughters: DeAndrea Bethell and Tamika Cartwright; grandsons: DeAndré Bethell, Amadeo and Mateo Cartwright; grand daughter: Raevyn Bethell; sisters: Algier Cartwright, Charity Carroll; brother: Erickson Carroll; sons-in-law: Raymond Bethell, Brandon Cartwright; sisters-in-law: Geraldine Carroll, Mary Mortimer, Helen Knowles, Marilyn Moultrie; brother-in-law: Rev. Dr. James Moultrie; nieces and nephews: Kendall, Velma, Keith, Dellareece, Pretrece, Camille, Marcia, Steven, Sheena, Raynard, Tamia, Besa, Jamaal, Chelsea, Stephen, Esther, Rev. Dr. Theodore, Sean, Shelly, Sherrell, Carrison, Shantor, T’nisha, Jamal, Apryl, Casey & Bradley; numerous grand nieces, nephews and cousin including: Alice, Albena, Hazel, Charles, Llewelyn, Ricky, Katie, Delores, Lourey, Valeria, Raleigh, Alecia, Leclean, Cedric, Ignatius, Faye, Angeline, Della, Shirley, Marina, Guildford, Wayne, Kevin, Brenda and Whitmore; and a host of other relatives and friends including: The Carroll, Cartwright, Turnquest, Burrows and Moultrie Family, staff of John Bull Ltd, Members of Southeast Nassau Rotary Club, The Anglican Church Men, Mr. Lennis Rahming, the Imperial Park community and his Special Pet Skye Carroll.
Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
Memories will forever be in the hearts of his, Loving and Devoted Wife: Dorothy Collie (née Thompson), Sons: Dwayne Collie, Garwin Collie and Jasmond McKenzie, Daughters: Latasha Collie and Toundra (Lester) Hawthorne, Adopted Daughters: Patrice Demeritte and Dellesia Harris, Grandchildren: Makesha Dorsett, Oyandi McKenzie, Raven and Ariel Collie, Eureka Collie and Autumn Hawthorne. Adopted Grandsons: Ahmad Watson and Gregory Harris, Jr., Sisters: Dotlee (Bradley) Moss, Ivis (David) Moss, Lerlean Collie, Shirley Lockhart, Sybil Hanna and Rochelle (Rev. Gary) Hanna, Brothers: Rudell (Ruthnell) Collie, Hansel (Lydia) Collie, Kenneth Rolle, Basil (Pamela) Darling, Charles (Jill) Albury, Michael (Candace) Darling and Sidney Collie. Numerous Nieces Including: Nahson, Rochelle, Janelle and Hanchelle Moss, Narresia (Camerson) Ramsey, Anabelle and Keishalyn Moss, Lynette (Yonell) Moss-Justilien, Clarese (Clayton) Rolle, Idena (Terry) Moss, Michelle Dean, Kasey Forbes, Elizabeth Collie, Alisa Collie-Farrington, Amanda (Malek) Crawford, Charmaine Hanna, Kayla Ward, Allison Jones, Melissa Jones, Carla Albury, Analia Dean, Crystal Nixon, Julia Lightbourne & family, Shanel Francis and family, Delicia (Greg) Harris (Miami), Sherrell Minus and family (Tampa). Numerous Nephews Including: Bradley (Lynn) Lewis, Gregory (Daneen) Collie, Dwight, Etienne and Wayne (Annmarie) Moss, Renaldo and Paul Collie, Jermaine and Clifford Lockhart, Raymond, Myron, Marco and Marlon Jones, LaRon Hanna, Gary Hanna Jr., Kyle, Keith and Carlos Albury, Garvin Hanna, Monte (Nicole) Mitchell and Vincent Mitchell and Carteko, Numerous Grandnieces and Grandnephews, Sisters-in-law: Faith Jones and Enid (Rev. John) McIntosh, Brother-in-law: Henry Nixon, Caretakers: Wolna Dorval and Etta Headon. Other Relatives and Friends including: Michelle Dorrestant and family, Dellareese Williams and family, Stephen Thompson and family, Delroy Thompson and family, Joseph Thompson and family, Margaret Thompson and family, Children of the late Theophilus Darling, Rhona & Pastor Wright and family, Sarah Ritchie and family, Monique McKenzie and family, Margaret Glinton and family, Warren Rolle and family, Michelle Newton and family, Monique Seymour & family, Lynette Pintard, Otessa McKenzie, Janet Rolle and family, Felix McPhee, Sonny Sturrup and Family, Mrs. Neely and family, the Douglas family, Beverly Robertson, Toosdai Smith, Token Thompson, Dellareesse Williams and family, the South Beach Community, Children of the late Felix Thompson, the late Prince Thompson, the late Ralph Thompson, the late Francina McKenzie, the late Ethlyn Rolle, Children of the late Gertrude Bastian, Maxine Julien & family, Monique Seymour, Lynette Pintard & family, Albertha Darling, Children of the late Judy Nixon, Children of the late Santana Brooks, Mrs. Sylvia Malone, Marilyn Moss & family, Wayne & Marion Edgecombe, Ralph & Doreth Rolle, Fr. Roderick Bain and Members of St. Barnabas Church, St. Barnabas Sick Committee, Father Stephen Nnadi and the Church of Resurrection members, The Women’s Auxiliary, Choir, Sick Committee and Legend of Mary of The Church of the Resurrection, Frank Bethel and family, Dr. Eddison and Dr. Delisia Thompson, Whitney (Indira) Thompson, Shaurell and Paul (Texas), Petrona and Adrian Thomas, Johnette Bullard & family, Enek McIntosh, Ronette McIntosh, Selina Smith, Kayla Greene. Special thanks to: Dr. Chrispin Gomez, Nurse Alvena Whymms, Brent McPhee & family. (If your name was not mentioned, please forgive us during this time of bereavement). Friends may pay their last respects at Sunset Mortuary and Crematorium on #50 Mt. Rose Avenue on Wednesday, 24th December, 2025 from 12-3pm and at the Church until services time.
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Death Notices for Deondra Arthur, 19 Deston Allen, 7
of Joans Heights. He is survived by his Mother: DeAndra Arthur; Father: Dentry Miller; Siblings: Omar & O’maranique Bastian; Grandmother: Eleanor Arthur; Grand father pre-deceased: Dellis Arthur; Aunts: Denise Thompson, Del-Lisa Sweeting, Minster Christine Roker, Jamalee Thompson and Genesta Seymour; Uncles: Minster Sean Roker, Tomikon Arthur, Lamark & Jamal Thompson; numerous cousins and friends. Funeral Arrangements has been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary located on Village & Parkgate Roads.
of Inagua, died on December 19th, 2025 at The Princess Margaret Hospital. He is survived by his Parents: Natasha & Desmond Allen; Siblings: Kepn Stuart, Kevinique Stuart, Jerome Allen; Grandparents: Ruby Bethel, Sandra Symonette and Hanchell Pickstock; and a host of other relatives and friends who will be listed at a later time. Funeral Arrangements has been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary located on Village & Parkgate Roads.
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Peter Pierre, 82
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Ricardo Jerome Smith, 55
of Rolle Avenue, off Wulff Road, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, December 17th, 2025. He is survived by his Wife: Mary Agenor; one (1) Son: Marcellin (Latonya) Agenor; one (1) Brother: Michelet Pierre; two (2) Grandchildren: Darius and Jadan Agenor; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Of Bacardi Road, Nassau, Bahamas, passed away at Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, December 6th, 2025. He is survived by her Son: Christin Smith; Grandchildren: Ocean and Oasis Smith; Sister: Linda Kemp (Andrew); Brothers: Gary, Dion, and Marvin Clarke; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Funeral Service For Stubbs, Daria Munroe; numerous other relative and friends Rashad Megel Edgecombe, 35 Jenchio including: The Honourable Gleny’s Hanna Martin, Bouvier (Navlet) & Family, Darnell Knowles & Family, Vernita Sweeting & affectionately called “Shady / Spy” Poitier Family, Christina and Shindeka King (King’s Bar) & Family, Kena a resident of Podoleo Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, 11:00am at Holy Family Catholic Church, Robinson and Claridge Roads, New Providence. Officiating will be Father Jay Cartwright. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.
Left to cherish his memories are her mother: Kim Stubbs; son: Taquante Edgecombe; daughter: Shad’dae Edgecombe; sisters: Cedica Stubbs and Faith Edgecombe; brothers: Deanza Edgecombe and Ramaeo Andrews; grandmother: Barbara Marshall; grandfather: James (Millie) Stubbs; granduncle: Charles Hastan Marshall; grandaunt: Melva Marshall; aunts: Carol Rolle, Sandra Clarke, Maria King, Jennifer and Jennie Stubbs, Francine Edgecombe-McDonald, Eyvette-Moore, Keshia Edgecombe- Lymuel, Judy Grant, Janet Hanna, Sandra Lamm; uncles: Robin Pratt, James, Mark and Roscoe Stubbs, Maverick McPhee, Archie Wilson, Andrew, John and Herbert Edgecombe, Scott and Keith Bowe; nieces: Aleana Cooper and Reign Andrews; nephews: Steven Swaby, King Khyrie Laing, Ramaeo Andrews Jr.; cousins: Tasha, Garfield and Marvin Pratt, Tamaris, Fabian and Tessa Adderley, Shontoll and Renaldo Rolle, Anya Smith, Angela and Marlon McPhee, Demiko Burrows, Vanessa and Tuesday Marshall, Tshura Oliver, Skye and Christina Clarke, Alicia, James, Jemeka and Teneka Stubbs, Petrell, Malik and Symphony King, Katrez Kristonia, Krishnelle and Kenria Marshall, Tyrineco Brown, Judy Minnis, Shemese Rigby, Andrea, Kim, Narayana, Mohini and Krishnan Valdes, Marva, Nadia Nasair, Rashanti Hepburn, Ashley Archer, Vonya, Mark, Ruby, Codero, Antonio, Jama, Herbert Jr., Ronald Lymuel Jr., Jerome Lewis Jr., Savanna, Justin, Michael Elliot,
Deveaux, Kizzy and Kia Minnis & Family, Dale and Javan (Twiggs) Sweeting & Family, Ricardo Smith & Family, Robert Claire & Family, Barrington Murphy & Family, Janae Cooper & Family, Ricardo Lynes & Family, Pastor Dorsett & Family, Tameka Taylor & Family, William Rolle & Family, Ashley Culmer & Family, Linis Webb & Family, Anderson Abraham & Family, Ryan Stuart & Family, Latisha Woodside & Family, Witney Desinor & Family, Amal Henfield & Family, Tanisha Small & Family, Judy Minnis & Family, Hilda Ferguson & Family, The Entire Podoleo Street Family, R. M. Bailey Class of 2007, BPL family. Viewing will be held at the church on Saturday from 9:30am until service time.
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Patrick William James Bethel, 77
a resident of Spence Close, Winton Heights, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Connie Bethel; sons: Chase and Jaime Bethel and Timothy Lowe; daughters: Gabrielle and Kimbrey Bethel; sister: Dianne Miller; grandchildren: Grey Cleare, Cole, Jace, Leiya, Omar Jr, Tristan, Zamia and Renee Bethel and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Date and Funeral Notice For
Retired Nurse Barbara Patricia Reckley, 89
a resident of Dundas Town, Abaco, Bahamas and formerly of New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, 10:00am at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Marsh Harbour, Abaco. Officiating will be Rev’d Paulette M. Cartwright. Cremation will follow. Barbara was pre-deceased by her husband: George Reckley; daughter: Gail Hepburn; son: Desmond Hepburn.
Left to cherish her memories are her daughter: Debra {David) Miller; sons: Samuel (Domicia), David (Bernadette) Hepburn; step sons: Bradley (Lovely), Wayne (Lories) and Joel (Bridget) Reckley; grandchildren: Darien (Stephanique), Dominique (Meredith) and Denair Miller, Ishmael (Lisa) Hepburn, Seaga (Mylene), Ashley (Caitlyn) and Christian Fox, Meko, Samantha, Semeka Hepburn, Trae Fowler, Anya Hepburn, Dru, Dre and Donovan Hepburn, Cornelia, Conelius (Lakeisha), Wayne Jr. Dwayne, Danielle, Kiran, Wayanna, Wayette, Azreil, Rashad, Joel Jr., Javon and Jayden Reckley; great grandchildren: Killian, Kyle, Khaleah, DeQuan and Darien Miller; god children: Monique Ferguson, Phylicia Smith and Gino Edwards; sisters-in-law: Robertha Russell & Family, Adelina McIntosh & Family; nephew and nieces: Christopher and Roscoe Pratt, Charles, Kendal “Funky”(Emily) and Ian Demeritte, Karen (Garth) Woodside, Keva Mackey, Leo (Sharon), Lambert, Lynden (Debra), Lamont (Germaine) Rahming, Linda Fitzgerald, Laverne (Kevin) Hanna, Lisa (Charles) Young, Sheldon, Sean and Shaneka Pearson, Pastor Marquis (Antonette), Scott Hepburn, Inga (Hilton) Bowleg, Nikeisha (Kevin) Yanke, Gareth “Gary” Butler, Monique Sands; cousins: Hilda Pratt and Family, Lorna Glinton and Family, Berkley Smith and Family, Rosemary Adderley and Family, Former Governor General Sir Cornelius Smith and Family, Rev. Fr. Ernest Pratt, Archdeacon Kingsley Knowles and Family, Georgiana Adderley and Family, Caroline Adderley and Family, Elgin Adderley and Family, Gerald Adderley and Family, Beatrice Pratt and Family, Carolyn Simms and Family, Roslyn Smith and Family; other relatives and friends including: The many Babies that she delivered, Mrs. Beryl Gibbs (Care-giver/Friend) & Family, Shelly Austin & Family, Bishop Laish and Joann Boyd, Rev’d. Paulette Cartwright & Family and the Parish of St, John the Baptist, Rev’d. Fr. Kristopher Higgs & Family and the Parish of St. Peter & Anne, Archdeacon Dwight Rolle & Family, Rev’d Fr. DeAngelo Bowe & Family, Archdeacon Earl Hepburn & Family, Garth Andre Stone, Gennervie Adderley, Robert, Lisa, Robynn and Richae Sturrup, Kim Devarn, Beryl and Brenda Smith,
Molly Albury, Sweeting Butler, Barbara Curtis, Boline Nixon, Shirley Saunders, Marina Sands, Michelle Lowe, Jennifer Hepburn, Sheila Grant, Diane Turnquest, Kevin Hepburn, Iris Hanchell, Joyce Neeley, Lorraine Burrows, Freda Mills, Sylvy Cooper, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Morley, Phillippa Smith, LaVerne Maynard, Diane Miller, Shirley Strachan, Velma Turnquest, May Spencer, Mr. & Mrs. Clement King & Family, Family of the Late Catherine Davies, Felamease Sawyer, Pastor Cubell Davis, Pastor Alphonso Lewis, Jennive Simms and Family, Will Jean and Jaici Jean, Barbara Thurston, Greta Culmer, Ruby Rolle, Barbara Curtis, Trecita Mitchell, Sandra McIntosh, Patricia McIntosh, Mr. & Mrs. Kevin McIntosh & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Hubert Smith & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Thompson & Family, Mr. & Mrs, Mark Lowe & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Luke McIntosh & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Richard Jones & Family, Mrs. Patricia McIntosh & Family, Ms. Withlene Curry & Family, Mrs. Eloise Cartwright & Family, Ms. Kim McIntosh, Mr. & Mrs. Vincent Cooper & Family, Mrs. Anita Roberts & Family, Mrs. Kola Wells & Family, Mr. & Mrs. Lincoln Jones & Family, Emmanuel Smith & Family, John Smith & Family from Glintons Long Island, Roseline Valsaint, The Green Turtle Cay Community, Dundas Town Community and The entire Abaco Island and Cays; special thanks to: Dr. Francis Oti-Mensah, Dr. Jamico Thompson, Dr. George Charite, Tyrone “Eastern” Fitzgerald, The Staff of the Marsh Harbour Health Centre, The Staff of Elizabeth Estates Clinic New Providence, The Oncology Clinic, The ACW Organizations of St. John the Baptist and St. Peter and St. Anne Parishes and The Pink Rose Ball Committee. Viewing will be held at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas on Friday, December 26, 2025 from 1:00pm to 6:00pm and on Saturday, December 27, 2025 from 8:30am until service time.
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Marjorie Nell Bastian, 86
a resident of Silver Palm Boulevard, Imperial Park, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, Bahamas died at her residence on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. She is survived by her daughter: Henrietta BastianDemeritte; grandchild: Jamar Bastian; siblings: Emily and Paul Bastian; adopted son: Gurth Smith; son-inlaw: Shayne Demeritte; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notices For Euta Jane Neilly, 52 Isabel Augusta Strachan, 91 a resident of Windsor Place, Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of the Bluff, South Andros, Bahamas died at her residence on Saturday, December 13, 2025. She was predeceased by her mother: Serlika Jane Rahming; 4 brothers: Jacent, Ephraim, Clifton and Derek Rahming. She is survived by 3 daughters: Racquel Neilly, Rickkia Neilly-Williams and Eunique Kerr; 2 granddaughters: Kaylen Neilly and Camren Williams; special friend: Gregory Kerr; 1 son-in-law: Soldier Williams; father: Daniel Rahming; brothers: McDonald, Spencer, Lawrence, Lorenzo and Arnold Rahming; Sisters: Yvonne Rahming, Judy RahmingRoberts and Shanique Rahming; brothers-in-law: Luis Roberts and Frantz Antoine; sisters-in-law: Lynzell, Carol Toya, Sybil and Miriam Rahming; nieces: Denique, Alexis, Alexandria, Shontay, Lauren, Brenda, Ternisha and Meagan Rahming, Shantel Daring, Vanessa Charlton, Jasmine Charlton Fountain, Cheronda Roberts and Inderia Andrews; nephews: Sterling Charlton Jr., Dino, Reno, Cornell, Renard, Tevin, Doniel, Dontae, Kenazeo, Lorenzo Jr., Spencer Jr., Randy, Anero, Jacent Jr. and Jamaal Rahming, Tamias Antoine and Scott Smith; uncles: Hosea Rolle, Kendall and Stephenson Smith; other relatives including: Keith, Andy, Alco and Necroy Smith, Maltice, Wellie, Sherrymae, Nell and Jacob Cartwright, Norris, Benjamin, Wayde and Jacob Bain. Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
of Woodland Way, New Providence, Bahamas died at her residence on Sunday, December 21, 2025. She is survived by her daughter: Carmen Major; grandchildren: Mia Brennen-Charlton, Devin Major, Amber Stubbs-Griffith and Coen Charlton a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notices For Amaré Glendon Mrs. Patricia Ann Aston, 86 Alexander Miller, 16 affectionately called “Lil Slicky”
of Freeport, Grand Bahama died at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
a resident of Millerton, Long Island, Bahamas announces with deep sadness the passing of their son on Thursday, December She is survived by her daughters: Chrisanne Aston, April Peesel; grandchildren: Christopher Peesel, Derek Peesel, 18, 2025. Christopher Cash and Rebekah Cash; great grandchildren: He is survived by his loving parents: Brenville Miller Jr. Eloise Cash, Benjamin Cash, Oliver Masters and Finley and Latoya Adderley; sister: Braelyn Smith; grandparents: Masters; sisters: Judith Weichbrodt and Dorothy Howson; Brenville Miller Sir, Glen and Cheryl Adderley; adopted brother: Curtis Malone; nieces: Tina Knowles, Jane Lamb, parents: George and Lucinda Rathgeber and Nurse Inez Jenna Malone, Caroline O’Heirly, Jenny Mitchell and Sarah Spence; uncles: Minister Fredlin, Wynton and Julio Adderley Childerston; nephews: Andrew Howson, Paul Aston, Nicholas and Cameron Miller; aunt: Petra Miller and a host of other Wright and David Wright; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Mary Malone relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be Arrangements for the Funeral Service are being finalized and details will be announced at a future date. announced at a later date.
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Death Notices for Jamian Otis Carey, 46
Jane Maria Saunders, 75
of Royal Palm Drive, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday 16th December, 2025.
of Ludlow Street, Centerville, died at her residence on Monday 22nd December, 2025.
He is survived by his wife: Anastasia Carey; daughter: Kaytavia Jasmine Forbes; mother: Pearline Elizabeth Darling; sisters: Tanya Munnings, Denice Allen, Ericka Rolle, Donna Carey-Hepburn, Amanda Johnson, Susan and Barbara Carey, Katherine Carroll and Lateasha Lowe; brothers: Robert and Carlos Reckley, Darren Carey, Aaron Neely, Adam Johnson, John, Charles, Michael, Leo Jr., Dereck and Ricardo Carey, Jamaal, Javarick and Javise Bain; aunts: Paulamae Johnson, Rosemary Knowles, Angela Johnson, Althea King, Norma Johnson, Shelly Stubbs, Sister Jacinta Neely, Florence Beckford, Monique Burrows, Pauline Cartwright, Marie and Denice Bain; uncles: Samuel Johnson, Ezekiel Johnson, Samuel Bain, Michael Neely, Kenith Beckford, Klayde Bain, Emery Cartwright, Nigel Burrows and Arnold Neely; mother-in-law: Angela Neely; father-inlaw: Byron Bain; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She is survived by her daughter: Cherise Saunders; son: Jimmy Bostwick (Lillith); grandson: James Bostwick (Regine); grand daughter: Jade Hernandez; great grandson: Onyx; sister: Valencia Neilly (Newall); brother: Cyril Saunders (Janet); and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Celebration of A Gem Service for Clement Edward O’Brien, 68
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Death Notice For Melissa Kim Hield-Meadows, 50
of #03 Norfolk Street, off Shirlea Road, will be held on Monday, December 29, 2025 at 10am at St. Matthews Anglican Church, East Shirley and Church Streets. Rev’d Canon Basil Tynes, assisted by Rev’d Fr. Scott Jupp will officiate. Cremation will follow. The Radiance of this “Bloodstone of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of his Two Daughters: Genoa O’Brien and Danae O’Brien-Boyum (Aaron); One Grandson: Chad Edward O’Brien Boyum; One Granddaughter: Jade Elizabeth O’Brien Boyum; One Brother: Gaye Knowles; Two Sisters: Denise O’Brien and Erica O’Brien-Symonette; Four Nephews: Dr. Gaye Ashaini, Gaylord, Georgio and Glenn Knowles; Two Nieces: Aysha Symonette-Fraser (Devaughn) and Aliyah Symonette; Three Grandnephews: Ashton, Jazz and Amahri; Seven Grandnieces: Tatum, Shannon, Sanaa, Melody, Ayana, Devynn and Arya; Cousins Including: Yazmy, Shacantila, Antoine, Andrew, Anthony, Kevin, Yvonne, Betty, Sonia and Olivia; Other Loving Family and Friends Including: Kim Cartwright, The McKenzie, Demeritte, Sherman and Deveaux Families, Jackie Rutherford and Family, Andrew Carroll, Eneas Theophilus, The Rev’d. Peter Rolle, Brian Dean, Christopher and Caroline Pinder, Brian Christie, Dereck “Duckie” Taylor, The Nassau St. Block Boys and the Crew from “Muddy Alley”. Public Visitation will be in the “Bloodstone Suite” Emerald Memorial Mortuary, Wulff Road in the Rock of Ages Business Complex on Saturday, December 27, 2025 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at St. Matthews Anglican Church, East Shirley and Church Streets on Monday, December 29, 2025 from 9am until service time. Guest book can be signed at www.emeraldmemorialmortuary.com
of New Providence, Bahamas died on Sunday, 14th December, 2025 at Sandy Point Clinic. She is survived by her husband: Oswald Meadows; children: Tavaughn, Brandon and Oswald Jr.; sisters: Elevease, Lenora, Mahalia, Crystal, Ludean; brothers: Antonio, Bernard; and a host of other relatives. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to St. Ambrose Funeral Home and will be announced at a later date.
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Neil Locksley Duncombe, 58
Idamae Lafleur, 71
of Washington Street, and formerly of Golden Gates #1, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, December 20th, 2025.
of #8 St. Lucia Crest, Elizabeth Estate, and formerly of Snug Corner, Acklins, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025.
He is survived by his Daughter: Niandre Meronard; Sisters: Patrice Duncombe and Ernna Adderly; Brothers: Mario and Brandon Duncombe; Aunt: Cholta Duncombe Cooper; Grandchildren: Ka’liah, Koen and Kamryn Meronard, including a host of other relatives and friends, such as Kenard Meronard, including a host of other relatives and friends.
She is survived by her, Husband: Wilbert Lewis; Children: Rzepka Lafleur, Renishca Rolle, and Renika Lafleur; Grandchildren: Diandrea Robinson, Lakera Francis and Ze’mya Smith; including a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
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Death Notice Notice for Death for Kelson Riley, 47
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The Happiest of Holidays to our clients especially in Eleuthera Bahamas for your trust and patronage through out the year. May each of you experience Peace, Love, Joy and humility the true meaning of the Christmas Season. Wishing you a New Year of Happiness, Hope, Prosperity and good Health, God bless you all.
Death Notice For Rosena Saunders-Brown, 74
of South Beach Drive, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, December 18th, 2025. He is survived by his Mother: Theresa Riley; Children: Keyano, Kelson Jr., Sherita, Kellano, and Marine Seaman Theree Riley; Grandson: Kelwyn Riley; Sisters: Nadia Riley-Bain, Lydia Grant, Justice Cheryl Grant-Thompson, Dellarease Grant and Vienna GrantOkpere; Brothers; Shayne and Mark Roker, Dwight Grant; Brothers-in-law: Raymond Bain, Antonio Thompson, Emmanuel Okpere; Sister-in-law: Levetta Roker; Aunts: Barbara Bullard; Nieces and Nephew: Inspector Mark Jr. and Shayne Jr., and Kareem Roker, Lyle and Latrell Riley Jr., Rahj Bain, Marla and Jalana Roker, Maliyah Sherman, Mya and Layla Riley; Cousin: Hadessa and Suzie Dean; Friend: Petergayle Reyolds and Marco Strachan, including a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.
of New Dunmore Sub-division, Harbour Island, Eleuthera, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, December 21st, 2025. She is survived by her six sons: Gerrino, DeCarlo & Pascale Saunders, Ishmael, Asa & Jordan Brown; 6 grandchildren; 1 sister: Ionie Kelly; 5 brothers: Harrison, Hartman, Ivan, Dereck & Randy Saunders and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME and woll be announced at a later date.
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Death Notices for Charles Richard Barton, 77 a resident of #41 Bel Air Estates, died at PMH on Monday, December 22, 2025.
a resident of #6 Falcon Crest, Eastern Estates, will be held at Church of the Epiphany, Prince Charles Drive & Elizabeth Estates, on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev’d Canon Atma Budhu. Cremation was held. Althea was preceded in death by her, sister, Dorothy; both brothers, Noel and Kermit; grandson, Brian Christopher Hall (Houston, TX); great grandson, Ashton Ashley Bain (Nassau); nephew, Anthony Richard Thompson and niece, Vanria Conliffe. Left to mourn her passing are sons: Van and Brian Hall (Marlowe), and one daughter: Pamela Hall; granddaughter: LaDaisha Hall (Houston, TX); grandson: Allan Bain; great grandsons: Raymond Williams III (Houston, TX), Michael Bain and Emmanuel Bain; nephews: Barry Thompson, Ricardo Thompson, Thalbot Lightbourn, Glenn Lightbourn (Bridget), William (Billy) Thompson, Ricardo Conliffe (New York) and Vincent Minns; nieces: Carol Pinder (Kenneth), Marsha Lightbourn, Valencia Conliffe, Noella Conliffe and Deborah Conliffe (New York). Also left to mourn are numerous cousins, grand nieces, grand nephews, and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street.
He is survived by his wife: Marlene Barton; 3 daughters: Aniska BartonSmith, Charlene Barton & Richae Barton; 1 son: Hendrick Barton; adopted daughter: Lisa Rolle; 3 grandchildren: Carsyn & Carter Smith & Lauryn McPhee; brothers: Clifford, Terrell & Phillip Barton; sister: Ruth Major; son-in-law: Carlton Smith; in-laws: Ann Pinder, Patrick, Edvern Thompson & Edwin Thompson Jr., Marjorie & Vernita Barton; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Edgar George Oliver 67 a resident of Toote Shop Corner, died at PMH on Thursday, December 16, 2025. Edgar was pre-deceased by his daughter, Anastacia Oliver. Mother, Victoria Oliver. Brother, Godfrey Oliver. He is survived by his Son: Valentino Oliver; Sisters: Frances Dean, Barbara Hopkins; Brothers: Garth Dean, Mark Dean; Aunts: Sidney Godet, Virginia Braynen; Uncles: Ancil Oliver & Maxwell Oliver & a host of other relatives & friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
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Funeral Service For Franklyn Andrew Gordon, 75 a resident of Eneas Street, Bain Town, will be held in the Chapel at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Stephen E., Thompson. Interment follows in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads. Left to cherish his memories are his daughter: Michelle Gordon; 5 Sisters: Patricia Bowe, Eva Gordon, Pandora Gordon, Eula Gordon & Debra Gordon Nonscent of West Palm Beach, Florida; 1 Brother: Patrick Gordon; 1 aunt: Moneckabell Canter; numerous nieces and nephews: Ricardo and Gayle Bowe, Lawyer Ian and Tamara Cargill, Kay Munnings, Ava Cargill, Steven and Indira Facey, Kevin and Mylika Sands, Dr. Anwar Hanna, Sgt. 3658 Lakiesha Gordon, Sean Gordon, Ashley and Larry Saingilus, Lakiesha Simmons, Shamone, Kenneth, Shamese, Tameka, Konica Rolle, Damian, Gina, Jerry, Kevin, Vasti, Alexander and Johnelle Gordon; Grandnieces and nephews including Rickki Bowe, Arryanna, Avry, Nikema, Shavonne, Samuel, Abagail, Johnathan, Tia, Ian Jr., Larry Jr., Lorie Jr., Jamie and Jamia, James the third, Jerrinique, Ashby, Donotia, Shannise, Jianna, Adrian, Nicole, Dana, Giovianna; Great nieces and nephews: Brandon, Chase, Sirrenia, Sarrah, Farrah, Dwight; Cousins: the Rahming family including, Dr. Ellison Rahming, Charles, Ettama, Ellamae, Marina, Anabell, Nathalie, Vernita, Genieva, Eloise, Lionel Johnson, Jennifer Johnson, Rochelle Forbes, Sandra & Andrew Rolle, Erma Jones, Beverley Hepburn, Carolyn, Racquel Hepburn, Rodney & Derrick Hepburn, Fred & Angie Brown, Manassah Hepburn, Floyd, Randy & Vernon Thurston, Gelitha, James, Ruthmae, Orthnell, and Trevor, Phillip, Eddison, Deborah, Linda, Fiona, Terry, Keith, Eleanor, Ning, Henry Smith, Lilly Clarke, Rebecca Watson, Ben & Walrick Smith, Janet Lundy, Williamae and Mitch Bowleg, Melvin, Dell Lundy, Pastor Melvin, Fredy & Nicky Robinson; Other relatives & friends including: Pastor Stephen Thompson and the members of Transfiguration Baptist Church, Pastor Stephen Brown, the Cooper Family, Jeffery, Adrian, Micheal “Boshing” & the Farrington family, the Johnson Family, Bridget Seymour & family, Freda Holbert & family, the Munnings family, Rosemand Cartwright, the Hutchison family, Robbie Coakley & family, Mr. Kerby Oliver & family, the Ambrister family, the Neely family, the Seymour family, the Thurston family, Fanny, Mary Eula, LaGenice Gibson, Mary Wilson, Arthur, the entire Eneas Street Family, the entire Christie Park & Robinson Base Road crew, Patrick Adderley, Louise Hanna, Rona Gibson, Olga Butler, Elizabeth Aranaha, Franklyn (Lil Duce) Saunders, Sidney Farrington, Idena Flowers & family, Maria, Ice, Ms. Bethel & the staff of Demeritte’s Funeral Home & the entire Bain Town community. Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 12-5:00 p.m. on Monday & on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.
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Death Notice for
Samuel Lewis Ulysse, 82
of Malcolm Lane and formerly of Port au Paix, Haiti, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, December 18, 2025. He is survived by his Wife, Dorothy ShermanLewis; sons, Willis Samuel Lewis and Bernard Harcourt Sherman; daughters, Altamese Esson, Kentrise Williamson and Fantellar Lewis; seventeen grandchildren; thirteen great grand children; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.
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RELIGIOUS NEWS, STORIES AND CHURCH EVENTS
International worship leader, Chandler Moore
Chandler Moore announced for major Nassau worship experience By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer jgibson@tribunemedia.net INTERNATIONALLY acclaimed gospel singer and worship leader Chandler Moore is making his way to The Bahamas, recently announced by YBE Promotions. The organisers believe the event scheduled for February 2026 will be one of the largest gospel worship events. Moore will headline “I Shall Not Want,” a live worship experience scheduled
for February 27 at the Beach Soccer Stadium. The event is being produced in partnership with New Birth Missionary Baptist Church. Moore is best known as one of the leading voices in contemporary gospel music and worship. A native of South Carolina, he rose to international prominence through his work with Maverick City Music, a collective that helped reshape modern worship with a sound rooted in authenticity, diversity, and raw spiritual expression. His music - including chart-topping worship
anthems - has resonated with millions worldwide, earning multiple awards and critical acclaim. Beyond his vocal talent, Moore is widely respected for his transparency and testimony, often sharing openly about faith, personal growth, and redemption. His ministry has connected strongly with younger audiences while remaining deeply rooted in traditional gospel values, making him a bridge between generations within the church. Beloved by many in the local gospel community, Moore has built a strong following in The Bahamas, where his music is frequently featured in worship settings, church services, and gospel events. Organisers said his visit to The Bahamas reflects both his popularity and the growing appetite for large-scale worship experiences in the country. “This will be a night of breakthrough worship and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss the most anticipated gospel events of 2026.” The February event follows another major gospel presentation hosted by the same organisers earlier this year. In January, international worship leader Naomi Raine was brought to The Bahamas, drawing a strong turnout and reinforcing local interest in global gospel artists. Premium sky pods and table packages will be available for “I Shall Not Want,” with organisers encouraging early inquiries due to anticipated demand. Additional information, including ticket sales and supporting acts, is expected to be released in the coming months. For more information contact 242-357-0116 or 242 427-8111.
FAMILY CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS By JEFFARAH GIBSON Tribune Features Writer jgibson@tribunemedia.net FOR many Christian families, Christmas is about far more than exchanging gifts or moving from one festive event to the next. Across The Bahamas, households are intentionally pausing amid the busyness of the season to centre their celebrations on the birth of Jesus Christ - using long-standing and newly formed traditions to keep faith at the forefront. Several families told Tribune Religion that these practices help them slow down, refocus, and reconnect with what they believe is the true meaning of Christmas, even as the demands of shopping, social gatherings, and end-of-year obligations intensify. Revisiting the birth story For the Burrows family, the days leading up to Christmas include dedicated time set aside to read and reflect on the biblical account of Jesus’ birth. Each year, the family approaches the familiar story with fresh perspective. “No matter how many times we’ve heard or read it, we make a point of sitting together and looking at the story through new eyes,” said Tom Burrows, speaking on behalf of his family. “There’s always something new that stands out.” He added that the practice serves as a grounding moment during a season filled with distractions. “There’s so much competing for our attention now and this helps us stay focused on what truly matters.” Giving as a family practice For the Curry family, Christmas is marked by intentional generosity. Long before December arrives, they begin preparing not just to receive but to give.
Mavis Curry explained that the family sets aside money monthly, beginning toward the end of summer, specifically for charitable giving during the holiday season. “That savings isn’t for gifts. It’s for giving.” She noted that the tradition reflects the core message of the Christmas story. “This season is about celebrating the fact that God gave the greatest gift. We believe the best way to honour that is by giving freely and allowing God to guide us on where and how to give.” CHRISTMAS CAROLLING Music also plays a central role in many households. For the Thompson family, Christmas includes a night dedicated to carolling with a focus on songs that reflect the story of Christ. “We don’t focus on secular music that night,” said Mildred Thompson. “We sing songs about Jesus’ birth and God’s love.” She said the tradition often evolves into extended moments of praise and worship. “Those nights are always fulfilling,” she said. “Sometimes we’re moved to tears just reflecting on all God has done for us as a family.” Praying Beyond the Household The Mitchell family marks the season by turning outward, creating prayer lists for families and individuals they know may be struggling. The family believes one of the greatest ways to show love is through prayer according to Don Mitchell. Christmas he said reminds them of God’s love for people. “We try to reflect that by lifting others up.” He encouraged families to pray together, noting the impact it can have. “When families pray together, something powerful happens as it has the power to strengthen the household and creates lasting influence.
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SENIORS CELEBRATED AT BAIN AND GRANTS TOWN CHRISTMAS PARTY THE spirit of Christmas was alive and well in Bain and Grants Town as Mount Olive Baptist Church, in partnership with the Bain Grants Town Advancement Association, hosted a heart-warming Christmas party for senior citizens in the community. Scores of seniors turned out for the special gathering, enjoying an afternoon filled with laughter, fellowship, and the joyful sounds of the season. The event, held on Saturday, December 13, created a welcoming space where elders were celebrated, spirits were lifted, and the true meaning of Christmas was shared. The programme featured Christmas carols, warm greetings, and well wishes for a bright and prosperous holiday season. Each senior in attendance received a Christmas lunch, made possible through the generous support of Hands for Hunger, which teamed up with church members and association volunteers to ensure that every guest enjoyed a hearty and nourishing meal. Mount Olive Baptist Church is pastored by Reverend CB Moss, who, along with his wife Fransisca Moss, has faithfully served the Bain and Grants Town community for nearly five decades. Their long-standing commitment to outreach and service has made Mount Olive a cornerstone of support in the inner-city community, which is rich in culture, resilience, and heart. Beyond seasonal events, Mount Olive Baptist Church continues to meet practical needs year-round, providing food, clothing, and books to residents who need assistance. Through its weekly food drive, groceries are distributed to families, seniors, and those facing illness or hardship. In the past, the church also operated a delivery bus to transport groceries directly to seniors and shut-ins; however, that vehicle has since become unusable. Church leaders are now appealing to the public for assistance in
acquiring a new van so this vital service can continue. One of the highlights of Saturday’s celebration was a lively marching band performance led by children from the community. The band was formed by Police Inspector Keva Major, a former resident of the area, who pours into the children to help them on a positive path for the future. The young musicians delighted the audience as they proudly played Christmas favourites, with the little drummer boys adding a particularly touching and festive flair. Their performance brought smiles across the room and underscored the importance of passing traditions from one generation to the next. Addressing the gathering, Reverend Moss reminded attendees that “Jesus is the
reason for the season.” He spoke about the birth of Jesus as the foundation of forgiveness, redemption, and hope, encouraging residents to live righteously, do good to others, and follow biblical principles. Reverend Moss shared that these values are essential for building communities rooted in love, unity, and compassion — the vision he continues to hold for Bain and Grants Town. The Christmas party served as more than a celebration; it was a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when churches, community groups, volunteers, and partners come together in service. For the seniors in attendance, it was a day of joy, dignity, and connection — a true reflection of the season’s spirit.
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