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Thursday, January 15, 2026

Due to the volume of Obituaries, today’s publication is in two sections.

Death Notice For

Mrs. Joylene Miller-Stubbs, 77

a resident of Malcolm Road East, New Providence, Bahamas and formely of Kemps Bay, South Andros, Bahamas died Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026.

She is survied by her husband: John Stubbs; two sons: Kevin & Ivan Stubbs; one daughter: Marissa Stubbs; Seven: Grandchildren, Four: Brothers; five sisters; numerous aunts, uncles, neices & nephews and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Death Notices For

Silverin Sylvain, 63

a resident of #18 Lincoln Blvd, Montell Heights, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of St. Louis Dunord, Haiti died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, 11th January, 2026.

He was predeceased by his father: Feleyack Sylvain; mother: Camelia Caméus; brother: Frederic Sylvain.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Lucienne Sylvain; children: Lucinda Helmick, Lukita Sylvain, Victoria Sylvain-Adams, Amanda Sylvain, Dereck Sylvain, Davonte Sylvain, and Dachinee Charles; step child: Doricka Nelson; grandchildren: Farron, Kerron and Farrah Roberts, Faith Brown, Amira Jean, Nehemiah Helmick and Ezekiel Helmick; step grandchildren: Jeffrey Loron Jr. and Kianna Fernander; brothers: Elias Sylvain and Ferdinand Sylvain; sisters: Siliana Sylvain, Clermancia Sylvain, Ca-Melie Sylvain, Analise Sylvain and Ycianie Sylvain; numerous nieces and nephews along with 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.

Calvin Ainsworth Brown, 60 affectionately called “DJ Brown”

a resident of #198 Melvern Road, Yellow Elder, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Wednesday, 7th January, 2026.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 31 years: Keisha Brown; daughter: Yasmin Brown; sons: Calvin, Ramon, Calreno and Maguel Brown, Christopher Kemp; grandson: Alton (AJ); sister: Rose Thornton; brothers: Glenville, Orett & Albury Davis, Dexter & Chubby Brown; 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.

Funeral Service For

Melissa Kim Hield-Meadows, 50

of Moores Island, Abaco, Bahamas

will be held at Change Ministries International Church, Forest Drive, Murphy Town, Abaco on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 11:00am.

Officiating will be Pastor Josette Thompson assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Internment will follow in the Murphy Town Public Cemetery, Murphy, Abaco.

She was predeceased by her parents: Hurbert and Alma Hield; sister: Majorie Swain.

Cherished memories will always remain in the hearts of her husband: Oswald Sr.; sons: Tavaughn, Brandon and Oswald Jr.; sisters: Elevase, Lenora and Mahalia Hield, Crystal Douglas and Ludean Swain; brothers: Antonio and Bernard Hield; aunts: Victoria Stuart, Vera Williams (Pastor Anthony Williams) and Margaret Gibson (Derrick Gibson); uncles: Thomas Hield (Violet Hield), Locksley Hield (Audrey Hield), Nathaniel Hield (Enid Hield) and Freeman Hield (Lerona Hield); mother-in-law: Kathleen Meadows; father-in-law: Mervin Gladstone Meadows; sisters-in-law: Gertrude and Lyndera Hield, Audrey Carey (Philip), Mavis Knowles (Paul), Maquella Culmer; brothers-in-law: Patrick Swain, Jerrod Douglas, Gladstone and Audley (Carolyn) Meadows; nieces: Jessica Meadows (Audley Meadows Jr.), Khadijah Dean (Corderro Dean), Jarmecia Swain, Brittany Davis, Demetria Douglas, Toneisha Hield, Rubilee Mitchell, Shian Cooper; nephews: Jamal (Krystal), Juston, Jamard Swain; Kelvin Hunt, Terrance Davis Sr., Mateo Hield, Bernard Hield Jr., Derick Stuart Sr. and Demetrius Douglas; grand nieces: Shania Newbold, Aulicia Meadows, Jamaria Swain, Quinisha Cooper, Shawnique and Rianna Mitchell, Deriesha Stuart and Cordeja Dean; grand nephews: Jamarion Swain, Aiden Meadows, Terrance Davis Jr., Andre Hunt, Dimetrius Rolle, Shanario Mitchell, Corderro Dean Jr., Derick Jr. and King Stuart; godchildren: Keron Russell, Osaiah Brown, Tyriq Lightbourn, Traeshoun Swain and Kelis Winder; numerous relatives and friends including: Hestermae Williams, Pandora, Victoria, Pedro,

Charles, Jerome and Daniel Hield; Shavon (Joshua Swain), Shalanda Davis (Don), Katrina (Ken Seymour), Collins (Diana Hield), Maryann, Scott, Dominic, Terran and Neko Hield; Sarajane Davis, Randy, Lester and Vardo Hield; Dexter (Felicity Hield), Alexi (Teresa Hield), Linda (Ricky Johnson), Teddy, Tevin and Fremicia Hield; Adrian Russell Jr., Pastor Joan Jones & Family (Moore’s Island); Juliette Curry, Jewel (Marvin Hopkins), Ruthmae (Jackson Davis), Wellington Davis, Zephric, Alexanda, Annea Newbold; Adonis (Valdassah Newbold), Eric and Carlton Gibson, Anastacia (Carrol Russel), Carla Hield, Lakeisha (Mark Douglas), Mark and Kevia Hield, Latanya (Avery Rolle), Kevin (Abigail Stuart), Howard (Deborah Stuart), Kendal (Samantha Stuart), Bridgette (Jermaine Flowers), Shannel Stuart, Annica Cornish, Roxaleta (Dwight Parker), Shorry Barr, Johnny Davis, Nancy Bain, Verna (Bersil Stuart, Missick and Vaughn Davis, Charles (Erica Davis), Prince (Tracy Davis), Hank and Travis Davis, Gwendolyn (Eustace Penn), Wently (Hazel Reckley), Ruth Davis, Norma (Howard Burrows), Gregory and Patrice Munroe; Adrian and Cindy Russell & Family; Drey Hield, Jada Rolle, Alvinique Swain, Enid White, Me’Sha Smith, Regina Calma, Preola Brookes, Errol & Marsha Curry, Lilymae Albury & Family, Nixon Victor, Patrenilla Saintil, Pheva Roberts, Shada McDermott, Daphne Bain & Family, Javares and Mizpah McIntosh & Family, Carla Hield,, Delano Davis, Bishop Samuel Cornish (Pastor Carmen); Change Ministries International Church Family; Pastor Preston Knowles (Moore’s Island); Bishop Nimon Simms (Moore’s Island); Weldon (Morley Davis), Natalie Davis, Monique and Liza Albury, Josette Gilbert, Leta Simms, Jackie Bootle, Petram, Petron and Paris Knowles; Phylisha Carey, Kaithlyn and Kailey Culmer, Shatera McIntosh & Family, Carlisle, Gianne, Brittany, Christie, Jasmine, Michael Meadows, Cassinda Nottage & Family, Leslie, Lockey, Carmetta, Terrence, Kevin and Kelsey Carey, Charmaine Deleveaux & Family, Natasha McDonald & Family, Janice McDonald & Family, Felonie Sheppard & Family, Ricky, Brent, Andy, Don, Shawn, Corey, Shelly and Kendra Taylor; The entire BPL Family – Marsh Harbour, Maxwell Supermarket, The Communities of Murphy Town and Central Pines, Abaco, other relatives and friends too many to mention.Special Thanks: Dr. George Charite and Ricardo Miller of Island Pharmacy.

MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at the church from 9:30am until service time.

Funeral Services For Edwin Davis, 82 affectionately called “Dada”

of Kemp Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Pilgrim Baptist Temple, St. James, New Providence on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 10:00am. Officiating will be Pastor Leroy Major assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Internment will follow in the Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road, New Providence.

Edwin was predeceased by his wife: Fredamae Thurston Davis; parents: Edwin Davis Sr. and Rhoda Davis; brothers: Hubert, Isaac, Freddie and Stafford Davis; step children: Andrew and Shirleymae Miller.

Precious memories will forever linger in the hearts of his children: Rochelle, Sharon and Sheena Davis; grandchildren: Larano, Harrison, Shaquille, Aprachio and Shanniah Davis, Brenton Thompson, Shannon (Cradell) Marshall, Sharthrone Darville, Rotavieo Adderley, Gregory, Shawn (Shandia), Alexis and Aliah Adderley; great grandchildren: Rotavieo, Rotaviea, Amir, Shakeyra, Ke’lari, Shanarieo, Jamar, Semaj, Alyssa, Keshawna, Shawntae, Nevaeh and Tatianna; sister: Deaconess Rosalie Davis-Taylor; brother: Minister Livingston Davis; sisters-in-law: Minister Patrice Davis, Louise, Macey and Sharon Newbold; brother-in-law: Robert Newbold; nieces and nephews: Rehuder Rolle, Maxine, Deidre, Drucila, Kenris and Debroah Davis, Dr. Cherita Davis, Tamika, Sonia, Genene and Miah Davis, Loretta Collie, Cynthia Brown, Theresa Taylor, Erica Smith, Anishka Martin, Shyann, Shankara and Savanna Newbold, Gladstone, Terrance and Deon Davis, Gregory and Steve Davis, Anthony Taylor, Ricardo Brown, Dwayne Roxbury, Dicen Sands, Dexter and Shavavez Newbold, Ivan, Elridge, Leevan and Irvin Deveaux, Montana, Marcellus and McQueen Williams; numerous grand nieces and nephews;numerous great grand nieces and nephews; cousins: Joe Romer, Dudley Romer,and Elon Romer; other relatives and friends including: Rajeve Ferguson, Ricardo Oliver and family, Curey Adderley and family, Gregory Adderley, Jermaine Darville and family, Jason Clark, Anna Gibson, Victor Pennerman and family, Hilda Rolle and family, Wayne Rolle, Mark Cleare, Elva Earns and family, Vernitta Bain and family, Leroy Bullard, Anton Ramsey, Officer Delancy, Desa and Rose, Ricardo and Hazel Thompson and family, Millcent Fernander and family, Betty Rahaming and family, Henry Fritz, Leo Bethel,Kenny Major and family, Roland Rolle, Pastor Leroy Major and family, Pastor Cathrine Roker and family, Pastor Kenrick Curtis and Family, Pastor Keith Rolle and family, Bishop Ronald Bastian and family, Ruth Flowers and family, Tabus Brown and family, Bill McPhee and family, Joan McPhee and family, Lenora William and family, Rev. Adam and Margaret Brown, Olive Mcphee and family, Pamela Rolle Stoor and family, Rev. John Maureen Musgrove, Ethlyn Curtis and family, Edithmae Taylor and family, Elder General and Audrey Taylor, Rev. Charlie and Winnie Rolle and family, The Rolleville community in Exuma, The Pilgrim Baptist Temple Family, Everlasting Life Baptist Ministries,

The D’ Albenas Agency Ltd., The Red Cross Society, The Culmers and Apache Alley Family and The St.

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Community; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects to St. Ambrose Funeral Home on Friday, 16th January, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:00pm.

Sherman Shervin Hinzey, 73 affectionately called “Shermie”

of Alice Town, Bimini, Bahamas will be held at Our Lady and St. Stephen Anglican Church, Bailey Town, Bimini on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Officiating will be The Reverend Marie Roach-Hepburn assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Internment will follow in Hinzey Family Plot, Our Lady & St. Stephen Cemetery, Bimini.

He was pre-deceased by his parents: Joseph Hinzey and Kethrona Saunders.

Left to cherish his memories are his son: Shervin Hinzey; grandchildren: Shania and Shanaseia Hinzey; brothers: Joseph Leon and Cargil O. Hinzey, Leighman Rowan Jr.; sisters: Coral Frances (Clinton) Whyley & Sheryl Rowan; sisters-in-law: Sonia Rowan & Jeaniemae Hinzey; nephews: Shawn Hinzey, Andrew and Alvin Spence, Edmond Miller, Jamison, Cejae, Caeil, Ceo, Cobi, Alex and Cameron Hinzey; nieces: Natanya Lewis, Aneka Nottage, Lanaya and Carah Hinzey, Twanja Newton; uncle: Catechist Frank Hinzey O.M.; aunts: Mearil Hinzey, Freda Rolle, Helen Bethel; 13 grand nephews and 13 grand nieces; cousins: Descendants of Bishop Randall and Ella Saunders, Descendants of Leon and Ariminta Hinzey; other relatives and friends: Nurse Lepeche Dames, Bishop Alonzo Hinzey, Rev. Thomas Hinzey, Rev. Leon Hinzey, Vernon & Gene Bodie, Henry Hinzey, Rev. Duncombe, Carolyn Hanna, Princess Saunders, Elmore Rolle, Woodrow Jones, Charmaine SmithSaunders, Rayfield Jones, Dora Pinder, Joseph “Ding” Miller, Stacy, Nita & Shawn and family, Chloe Smith & Family, Descendants of the late Joe Jones, Curlean Weech, Roscoe Saunders, Denise Saudners-Whitfield, Sherice Mackey, Bobby Klassen, Mr. Bob’s Family, The Stuart, Lundy, Ellis, Hinzey, Saunders, and Francis families, Love Hill, Andros Family and the entire Bimini and Andros communities; special thanks to: Doctor and Nurses of Fresh Creek Clinic and Bimini Community Clinic, Princess Margaret Hospital Doctors and Nurses, Derron Hinzey, St. Ambrose Funeral Home; and other relatives and friends.

The Public is advised that their will be NO VIEWING for the late Sherman Shervin Hinzey.

Funeral Notice

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of

Delbert Hatfield Carroll, 94

a resident of New Providence, Bahamas, who departed this life on Monday, December 29, 2025. Services will be held on Friday, January 16th, 2026 at 10:00am at St. Anne’s Anglican Church, Fox Hill, New Providence. Officiating will be Venerable Hugh Bartlett Jr.

He was pre-deceased by his wife: Marjorie Carroll (née Pinder) daughter: Janice Carroll; father: William Alexander Carroll and mother: Lillian Remelda Carroll (née Wells).

Delbert will be lovingly remembered for his love, strength, wisdom and kindness by his children: William Carroll Sr. (Elsie) and by Gillian Carroll; Grandchildren: Happie Carroll-Kelly Moss (Christopher), Alexia Cartwright; Nicole Carroll-Roberts (Jonathan), William Carroll Jr. (Kristin); Great Grandchildren: Serenity Roberts, Elijah Roberts, Cattleya Moss and Logan Carroll and a host of other relatives and friends too many to list.

CREMATION WAS HELD PRIOR TO SERVICE

Please feel free to wear vibrant colours to honor his life as a painter.

Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets.

Graveside Service for

Dennis Moxey, 71

a resident of Grovelands Road, Winton Heights, Nassau, Bahamas, will be held on Friday, January 16th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, Nassau, Bahamas.

He is survived by his children: Lauren and Dwayne Moxey; mother, Hilda Moxey (née Gibbs); sisters, Carol Bullard, Alrena Moxey, and Sylvia Moxey; in-laws, Silas Bullard; Samuel, Daniel, Spence, Eric, Cecil (Deborah), and Reynold (Rose) Johnson; and Arabella Johnson; nieces and nephews, Janice Moxey; Avonne (Michel) Frey; Kareem (Keyona) Moxey; Karil (Karlene) Johnson-Gibson; Darvin, Eric, Javon (Tiffany), Eric Pappy, Reynold (Noren), and Theo Johnson; Baldwin (Cynthia) Rigby; Daniel and Jeffery Johnson; Neil, Dwight, Kevin, and Eric Williamson; Kim, Erica, and Shavonne Johnson; Janice (Dehavlian) Forbes; Candice Rigby; Katrina, Lashawn, Shlesa, Thelia, Toi, Kaylee, Alicia, Angela, and Michelle Johnson; and Keva and Kenva Williamson; grand-nieces and grand-nephews, Charlotte Frey; Kelito and Nathan Johnson; Nathan Williams; Shavar Gibson; Kayandra Dean; Kayria and Karinya (Myron) Johnson; D’Anca and D’yontae Mackey; Lovina, Melanie, Nicolette, Samara, Mercedes, Javonique, and Sierra Johnson; and Sarai Gibson; along with numerous other relatives and friends.

THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC VIEWING.

Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets.

A Private Funeral Service

for the late Merle Thomas

a resident of Fox Hill Road, Nassau, Bahamas, will be held at Butlers’ Funeral Homes, York and Ernest Streets, Nassau, Bahamas, on Saturday the 17th January 2026 at 11 a.m. Relatives and Friends may pay their last respects at Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets, on Friday, January 16th 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

CREMATION WILL FOLLOW.

She was preceded in death by her parents Felicia Aberta Stephenson Thomas and Patrick Edmund Gregory Thomas and her brothers: Carlton Thomas and Winton Thomas.

Merle leaves behind her beloved siblings: Iveleen Thomas, Lucienne Agrippa, Joan Thomas, Gloria Campbell, Lennox Thomas, Desiree David, Felix Thomas, Evelyn Thomas, and Rudyard Thomas; She also leaves behind many cherished nieces and nephews; along with generations of students whose lives were forever touched by her love and guidance.

Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Butlers’ Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Ernest and York Streets.

Death Notice for

Dan Adam Fox, 47

of #4 Sweetings Street, Sears Road, Nassau, Bahamas, who died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

He is survived by his Father and Mother: Doyle and Ruth Fox; daughter: Demi; 2 brothers: Donald Andrew and Doyle Alexander II; 1 niece: Tamya; 2 nephews: Jayden and Doyle Alexander III; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Further arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service for (Abaco) Sandra Servina Davis-McKenzie, 70

of Murphy Town, Abaco, will be held at Zion Baptist Cathedral, Murphy Town, Abaco, on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 9:00a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Christopher R. Dean, assisted by Other Ministers of The Gospel. Interment will follow in Murphy Town Public Cemetery.

Left to cherish her memories is her Husband: Sterlin McKenzie; Daughters: Lasasha Hutchins & Schamere McKenzie; Grandson: Rashad Omarion McKenzie; Son-in-law: Jim Hutchins; Stepchildren: Nekia, Valentino, Keisha, Kishka, Renata, Nishka, Sterano; Brother: Silvin Davis Sr.; Sisters: Helen, Joy and Cecile; Aunts: Elsie Knowles, and Beverly Davis; Nieces & Nephews too numerous to mention; Grand nieces and nephews too numerous to mention; Sisters-in-law: Addie Davis, Mable Darling, Amanda Davis, Andrea Newbold, Mary Newbold, Andrea Theresa Newbold; Brothers-in-law: Leroy Woodside, Patrick Newbold, George Beneby; Cousins: Harrision and Fritz, Kenneth, Herbert, Forester, Danny, Patrice Monaleta and Clifforia, Dorolyn, Judy, George, Basil, Lydia, and Rose, Keith, Kirk, Kimuel, Kendal, Leonard Jr., Sean, Tammy, and Trainette Henley, Vandyke, Owenta, Gwendolyn, Emma, Misty, Millie, and Rochelle, Stephen, Rosemarie, Patrice, and Anishka, Jennive, Barbara, and Paula, Ruth, Wayne, James, Clay, Edith, Wanda, Collette, and Colene, Philip, Junior, Pleasant, and Nadia; God mother: Edith Clarke; God brothers: Emmitt, Lester, Jonathan, and Rockling Bootle; God sister: Minnalee Bootle; God Children: Joel Dawkins, Marva Archer, and Felicia Swain; Special thank you to Cherished family friend: Rev. Dr. Audley Jay Jay & Rev. Dr. Waide Hepburn and Family; Lifelong friend: Deaconess Eulamae Gomez and Family; 1st Cousin & Sister at heart: Gwendolyn Dawkins, Dear friends: Shelia Simms, Courtney Chandler, Roderick Strachan and Family; A host of relatives and special friends: Bishop Christopher Dean & The Zion Baptist Cathedral Family, Paula SymonetteGuerrier, Pastor Lernis Cornish and Family, Firstina Swain, Curtis CJ Edgecombe, The McKenzie Family, Mary Sands, The Newbold Family, Rashad Bain and Family, Ena Swain and Family, Onassis McIntosh, Raymond Russell, Evelyn Russell and Family, Captain Forty and Florence Sawyer, Gail McIntosh and Family, Celeita Sawyer and Family, Eleanor, Rochelle Stuart and Family, Sylvia Rolle and Family, Jocelyn Bootle and Family, Marvin Green, Theophilus Rolle and Family, Julia Mills, Wendy Baker, Elaine Rahming, Pastor Ryan Forbes & Family, Paulette Smith, The Paint Place Abaco staff, Marsh Harbour Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, Marsh Harbour Healthcare Centre and Emergency Medical Services staff, Princess Margaret Hospital Nurses, Cheryl Johnson, Dr. Theresa Bonaby and the Unicity Family, Renard Moss, Eligene Guillamae,

Marcel Jn Francois, Abaco Island Pharmacy staff, The Chemist Shoppe staff, Maxwell’s Home Hardware staff, Murphy Town Community Association, Local Government Council Office, the TELECOM & BATELCO Family of Abaco, the entire Davis, Knowles, Curry and Dawkins Families.

Deondre Dentry Arthur, 19

of Sapodilla Boulevard, will be held at Smith’s Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Kennedy Subdivision, on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 11:00a.m. Officiating will be Reverend Suzanna Mackey, assisted by Reverend Jacob Hanna and Other Pastoral Associates. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Left to cherish many joyful and happy memories is his parents: De’Andra Arthur & Dentry Miller; Brother: Omar Bastian; Sister: O’maranique Bastian; Grandparent: Deaconess Eleanor Thompson-Arthur; Uncles: Ministers Sean (Christine) Roker; Lamark (Jaimie) Thompson, Jamaal Thompson; Aunts: Denice Thompson, Dellisa (Rico) Sweeting, Genesta Seymour; Granduncles: Kenneth and Ednal Thompson; Grandaunts: Erma Thompson-McPhee, Willamae Thompson, Beverly Thompson-Green, Sherice Thompson-Wilson; Numerous Cousins: Devardo Gardiner, Denari Bain, Lamarko, Lamaro, Lamia, Lamisha and Lavonisa Thompson, Trevaughna Mackey, Rico and Ricovia Sweeting, Krishaun, Kanaz, Kyaire and Sean Roker Jr., Dwayne Thompson, Attorney Tamika Thompson, Remon, Darren and Amanda Rolle, Devano and Devon Kelly, Shandeka Humes, Shamona Wilson, Lashan, Lavonia and Percival Paul, Sharmaine, Marco, Rico, Tiko and Marcian Thompson, Warrenique and Shameka Johnson, Tamara and Shamara Clarke, Kevin and Delon Cadet, Ryan Forbes, Shantel, Lashan, Jamal and Shanton Thompson; Jesston Musgrove, Amari, Aneisha and Lavario Ferguson; Other family and friends: Darion Clarke Jr., Elaine Pratt, Ingrid Brown, Cordero Pratt, Paula Miller-Black, Hazel Mackey, Johnson, Jhondeka, Jaden, Bettie and Dorcely Joseph, Kermit and Christine Daxon, Kemit Daxon Jr., Kelly Opia, Meko, Seany, Dwight, Casio, Kobe, Shaddy, Smiths Chapel AME Zion Family, Pinewood Gardens Subdivision Community; Special thanks to Drs. Parker and Gray and the nursing staff at the Dialysis Unit at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

If we have not mentioned your name, please charge it to our heads and not our hearts. We truly appreciate your continuous love and support.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary, located on Parkgate & Village Road, on Friday, January 16th, 2026, from 10:00a.m. until 5:00p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, from 10:00a.m. until service time.

Death Notices for Destiny Tangela Casey

Cooper, 23

of Apple Street, Bellot Road, died on Friday, January 9th, 2026, at Doctor’s Hospital.

She is survived by her Father: Cazzie Cooper; Brother: Daniel Cooper; Aunts: Joann McKenzie, Prescola Stubbs, Jennamae Moss & Dendra Gardiner; Uncles: Lukandah Gardiner, Wilson Cooper; and a host of other relatives and friends who will be mentioned at a later date

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary, located on Parkgate & Village Road

Denise Karen Wilson-Ingraham, 55

of Rosedale Court, Delaporte, died on Friday, January 9th, 2026, at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

She is survived by her, Husband: Adalbert Ingraham; Daughters: Anthia Thompson (Travaugh) and Aniah Ingraham; Mother: Jacqueline Wilson; Siblings: Maxwell Glinton, Ricardo (Tanya) Glinton, District Elder Portia (Co-Pastor Patrick) Ferguson, Kingsley (Trudy) Wilson, Tyrone (Derith) Wilson, Kenneth (Natasha) Wilson, Kevin Wilson, Kendrick Wilson, Sean (Mal), Bobby (Bridget) Rahming; and friends who will be mentioned at a later date.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary, located on Parkgate & Village Road.

Pratisha Rolle, 56

of Rolleville, Exuma, died on Thursday, January 8th, 2026, at the Princess Maragaret Hospital.

She is survived by her Sons: Hansel & Levi Rolle; Daughters: Phillyah Rolle, Felicia Specnce & Tiffany Munroe; Brother: Larry Rolle; Sisters: Edna Baker, Prescola Rolle, Charlene Poitier & Thelma Woodside; (1) Grandson: Amir Rolle; and a host of other relatives and friends who will be mentioned at a later date.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Evergreen Mortuary, located on Parkgate & Village Road.

Funeral Service For

Amaré Glendon Alexander Miller, 16 affectionately called “Lil Slicky”

a resident of Millerton, Long Island, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 10:00 am at Beulah Union Baptist Church, Simms, Long Island. Officiating will be Rev’d. Heuter Rolle assisted by Minister Fredlin Adderley. Interment will be held in Beulah Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Long Island, Bahamas.

Left to cherish his memories are parents: Brenville ‘Alex’ Miller Jr., and Latoya Adderley; sister: Braelyn Dior Smith; stepsister: Carlisha Thurston; adopted parents: Tanisha Bethel, Nurse Inez Spence, George and Lucinda Rathgeber; grand parents: Brenville (Rowena) Miller Sr., Glen and Cheryl Adderley; great grand father: George McCartney Sr.; uncles and aunts: Min. Fredlin (Tiffany), Wynton, and Julio Adderley, Cameron and Petra Miller; grand-aunts and grand uncles: Beverley Taylor, Gwendolyn Pinder, Slyvia (Joe) Moree, Burnetta (Mario) Simms, Myrton (Thomas) King, Prudence Morris, Sharron Wrinkles, Joan Fox, Donna Adderley, Pamela McCartney, Nurse Terrelle Rolle, Voldi Obainyear, Janette Woodside, Tanya Adderley, Leslie Curtis, Vilda (Terence) Carroll, Michelle Dean, Loretta Maker, Andrea ‘Collie’ Dean, Kevin and John ‘Denny’ Fox, James (Enith), John, Floyd and Daniel (Sandra) Miller, Bryan, George, Khellan and Paul McCartney, Winton and Vaughn Adderley, Patrick Pratt, Colyn (Shenna) Johnson, Elliston (Louise) Knowles, Blen (Theresa) Dean, Percy Pinder, Erklynn, Kevin, Mervin and Maxwell (Tameka) Dean; Greatgrand aunts and uncles: Eloise Jackson, Brenda (Dewitt) Miller, Frank Knowles and Albert Smith; cousins: Tyrin Adderley, Santiargo, Cattelya, Sherry and Azaria Miller, Ashaki (Dr. Cyprian) Strachan, Brendeana McPhee, Jeroen, Adam, Justice, Myles, Paco, Ryan Moree, Michelle Harding, Garry (Carissa) Fox, Persefany Burrows, Perry Fox Jr. Erica (Dave) Grant, Aletta, Ellistina, Elvardo (Sonovia) Knowles, Bianca (Clint) Curry, Kino Knowles, Samantha Burrows, Raymond and Ranardo Miller, Shorndria Gibson, Keyla Higgs, Alistino Smith, Hunia, Divanah, Maliayah, Kianna, Kennyiah, Tillia, Claire, A’Khari, Alivia, Xilene, Xayden, Xylophia Dean, Neil, Marvelle, Jeiter, Kenria, Garvin Miller, Holif Fox, Rashad Knowles, Crystal (Dave) Demeritte, Tameka Basden, Darren Curtis, Dr. Ashla Moss and Andrew Moss, Barry Winder, Shaddai Toote, O’Nasya, Obria, Octavio Obainyear, De’Shanna Williams; and numerous cousins too many to list; god parents: Tyrone

Romer, Aaron Harding, Raymond Miller, Melrose Glinton, Nicola Ierna, Anea Knowles and Stefanie Knowles; adopted parents: Nurse Inez Spence, George and Lucinda Rathgeber; best friends: Eulano Rolle and Preliya Taylor; The Class of 2026: Preliya, Nashan, Nashae, Davia, Kaylia, Nathalia, Lakeedra, Theresa, Julian, Barry Jr., Kyle Jr. and Xayden; special teachers: Yvette Brown, Beryl Shearer, Tarriah Adderley, Monique Ferguson, Sandhia Musgrove, Marisol Arevalo, Bianca Cartwright, Anthia Knowles, Fr. Philip Hield and Principal Clive Stuart, though his time here was short, he leaves behind a legacy of warmth and kindness, lovingly remembered by: The Long Island Baseball Association, Mack Knowles Junior Sailing Club, The Long Island Young Aviators Club, North Long Island High School Family, Beulah Union Baptist Family, Amare’s Truck-ing Crew, Pastor Craig Fox and family, Pastor Jermaine Adderley and Family, Administrator Jandilee Archer, Hon. Adrian Gibson and Family, Ian Knowles, Controller Linda Moxey and RTD Family, Owen Wells and Family, Peter Fox and Family, Wade Knowles and Family, Rodger Fox and Family, Andre Rollins and Family, Tara Gordon and Family, Patrice Sweeting and Family, Bayard Smith and Family, Claude Adderley and Family, Shannon Cartwright and Family, Elva Turner and Family, Janice Pratt and Family, Jill Smith and Family, Deral Wells, Malinda Pratt and family, Karen and Dirganie Knowles and Family, Vadia Taylor and Family, Rashae Gibson and Family, Joan Knowles and Family, Joan Duncombe and family, Tangela Bain, Pandora Coakley, Brittney Capron and Family, Melisa Darville and Family, Jron Romer, Brent’n Darville, PJ Wilson, Pacco Coakley Jr., Shorn Gibson, Monique Adderley and Family, Elvina Knowles and Family, Presley Pinder and Family, Staci Pinder and Family, Shenique Pratt and Family, Lakera Taylor and fFamily, Pandora Adderley and Family, Pathricia Bain and family, Lyndaska Gibson and Family, Leanthia Knowles and Family, Kyle McPhee and Family, Naldo Taylor, Teko Pratt, Kino Marshall, Gelena Cabiles, Benazir Taylor and Family, Manny Hernandez, Dominic Moss, Jimmy Cooper and Family, Denza Cooper and Family, Lorissa Smith, Allan Adderley, Francina and Shacara Adderley, Dominque Knowles and Family, Ingrid Knowles and family, Melissa Glinton and Family, Rayann and Quincy Smith, Johnnica Hall, Patchara McPhee and Family, Natasha Albury and Family, Laverne Knowles and family, Pedreann Smith, Donniqua Sears, Kevonne Taylor, Cody Harding, Brentwood Munroe and Family, Ferne Miller and Family, and Carla Bethel and family, Maxine Adderley and Family and the wider community of Long Island and throughout the entire Bahamas. Special Recognition of the staff of Simms Community Clinic, Dr. Lightbourne, the Ministry of Education Long Island, and staff of the Road Traffic Department, Long Island.

Viewing will be held at Beulah Union Baptist Church Simms, Long Island, Bahamas on Friday from 2:00pm to 6:00 pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:30am until service time.

Funeral Service For

Matriarch Freddie Mae Bethel, 77

affectionately called “Mudda”

of Fire Trail, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 17th, 2026, 11:00am at Trinity City of Praise New Providence. Officiating will be Apostle Dr. Edward Watson assisted by Bishop Branson Gibson, Bishop Anthony Roker and Pastor Necole Watson-Bayah. Interment will follow in the Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence.

She is survived by her husband: Garnet R. Bethel; children: Alfred, Adrian, Rochelle {Eric} and Raquel, Dereck {Sophie}, Marvin {Michelene}, Elizabeth, {Adnan}, Sharon, Garnet Jr., Keith and Kevin {Shanette} Charles Etienne Bethel; grandchildren: Anthonique, Alfred Jr., Zahara Strachan, Ryan, Rondell & Rashawn Browne, Rashad Curry, Brianne & Eric Fowler Jr, Dereck Jr. Dereka, Deremie & Derecio Bethel, Celeste {L’Aron} Burrows, Rayan Braynen, Marvenisha & Mya Bethel, Demetrius Dominic & Daneisha Woodside, Omari Cartwright, Keiarj Strachan, Keiarah Denor {Antonio}, Iesha Milfrid {Junior}, Nolan Thompson, Garnel, Raymond & Janet Bethel, Keith Bethel Jr. Charity, Kevin Jr., Kadrynique, Keajanae, Krashauntae Bethel; great grandchildren: Dominonique Woodside, Rishea Curry, Aryanna Denor, Amari & Kyam Milfrid, Haley Sanai & Amir Bethel, Nyriah Matador, Shilo & Zion Burrows; sister: Althemese {Van} Lamb, Margaret {Rodrick} Lester, Winifred Ferguson, Prince & Elvis Brice and Princess {Prince Sr.} Brown; aunt: Nadine Johnson, Desene & Valentino Sweeting, Darron Ferguson, Samuel Wilson, Eric & Julian, Diantinique Johnson, Andrea, Alia, Andre & Samuel Brice, Philip, Shelia & Shelisa & Judy Brice, Christopher, Prince Jr., Quintine, Alexander Brown, Alfred Johnson & Marina Johnson-Clark, Sonia Perpall, Dondy, Keyno, Kevia & Randy Jr., Libbya, Deanne, Michael & Deon, Andrea & Dominique Sweeting, Lindsey Jordan, Erica Smith & Eugene Negahban; in-

laws: Elisabeth “Wealthy” {Vincent}Thompson, Fayleece Cartwright; cousins: Minister Etoile, Deacon Andy, Lloyd, Christopher, Dolly, Dessney, Locksley Ferguson & Theresa Ellis, Ladine Hudson & Lorna Knowles, Cynthia & James Moss, Talmetta Russell, Catherine Davis, Judy Brown, Eleanor Roberts, Michael, Joseph & Daniel Ferguson, “King Errisson”, Maddie Ledard, Gerone Clark & Henry Shivers; god children: Kevin & Keva Major; extended family, friends & loved ones: Reverend Pamala E.J. Stubbs, Alfreepha, Judelynnthia, Shannen & Alfred Stubbs Jr., Dellareece Cartwright & family, Chevette & Dwayne Lewis, Apostle Gail McKinney, Arthur & Chrissy Swann, the Campbell family, Joann & Michael Demeritte & family and the entire Fire Trail Road Community, The Trinity City of Praise Church family & the Golden Gates World Outreach Ministries.

Viewing will be held in the Celestial Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, Robinson and Soldier Road, New Providence on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:30am until service time.

Death Notice For

Arthur Brown Sr., 92

a resident of Crystal Way off Windsor Place Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Mayaguana, Bahamas died at his residence on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026.

He is survived by wife: Monica Brown; children: Cleary Jane Cooper, Caffiene Jacques, Frank Brown, Patrick Brown, Patrice Minnis, Arthur Brown Jr., Tamika Neymour; sister: Joanna Brown; brother-in-law: Bishop Orville Peterson; numerous grand and great grandchildren and a host of other relatives.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Euta Jane Neilly, 52

of Windsor Place, Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 17th, 2026, 2:00pm at Commonwealth Mission Baptist Church, Commonwealth Boulevard, Elizabeth Estate, New Providence. Officiating will be Bishop Arnold Josey assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Cremation will follow.

Left to cherish her memories are her father: Daniel Rahming; daughters: Racquel Neilly, Rickkia Neilly, Williams and Eunique Kerr; granddaughters: Kaylen Neilly and Camren Williams; son-in-law: Soldier Williams; special friend: Gregory Kerr; brothers: McDonald, Spencer, Lawrence, Lorenzo and Arnold Rahming; sisters: Yvonne Rahming, Judy Rahming-Roberts and Shanique Rahming; brothers-in-law: Luis Roberts and Frantz Antoine; sisters-in-law: Lynzell, Carol, Sybil, Miriam and Toya Rahming; nephews: Sterling Charlton Jr., Dino, Reno, Tevin, Renard, Cornell, Doniel, Dontae, Kenazeo, Lorenzo Jr., Spencer Jr., Randy, Anero, Jacent Jr., and Jamaal Rahming, Tamias and Ehrine Antoine and Scott Smith; nieces: Denique, Alexis, Alexandria, Shontay, Lauren, Brenda, Ternisha and Meagan Rahming, Shantell Daring, Vanessa Charlton, Jasmine Charlton-Fountain, Cheronda Roberts and Inderia Andrews; nieces-in-law: Jameia and Tanya Rahming; nephewsin-law: Eddie Fountain and Raymond Daring; grandnephews: Sterling Charlton, Amir Martin, Ethan Lewis, Ricardo, and Quition Marshall; grandnieces: Kevinique Mackey, Kenvanique King, and Rajhae’Rahming; aunts: Doraleen Gibson, Katherine Bain, Cheryl, Joyce, Silvia, Ivy and Eleanor Smith; uncles: Hosea Rolle, Stephenson and Kendal Smith; aunts: Doraleen Gibson, Katherine Bain, Cheryl, Joyce, Silvia, Ivy and Eleanor Smith; numerous cousins including: Keith, Andy, Alco, Rallo, Necroy, Cindy and Kendall Smith, Norris, Jacob, Benjamin, Wayde and Renea Bain, Nathalie, Cathleen, Tiffany and Tameka Rahming, Rosenell, Maltice, Carolyn, Sherry Mae, Wellie and Jacob Cartwright, Necoya Pratt, Karen Black, and Claudine Capers, Shelton, Cedric, Leviticus, Brenda, Deserene and Cynthia Rolle; other relatives and friends including: Larricker Nottage Michelle, Desnie, Sherika Pratt and Lashanta Pratt-Butler, Bernell

Lewis, Shandera Smith, Ronisheca Joseph, Sherell Antoine, Stacia, Chantell and Laneire Neilly, management and staff of the Ministry of Education Security Division, Madam Speaker-Patricia Deveaux (Speaker of the House of Assembly) and the Bamboo Town branch of the PLP South Andros’ Chief Counsellor Norwood Rahming and Family, Pastor Fairdale Smith and the Friendship Baptist Church Family, Pastor Austin and the South Andros Christian Fellowship Family, Pastor Maxwell, the entire church family, Mother Blooming Neely and Family, the entire South Andros community; and a host of other relatives and friends.

May her Soul rest in Eternal peace.

Viewing will be held in the Celestial Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, Robinson and Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 12:30pm until service time.

Death Notice For

Demesia Nikisha Wilson-Turnquest, 40

a resident of #2 Central Drive, Coral Heights East, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

She is survived by her husband: Joshua Nicholas Turnquest; sons: Nathan Major, Joshua Jr., Noah and Daniel Turnquest; parents: Reginald and Andrea Wilson; brother: Deonte Wilson; sisters: DeAndrea Wilson and Deontillee Wilson-Moss; grandmother: Curline Bettymae Rolle; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Kevin Emanuel Poitier, 30

of Fernander Road, Gambier Village, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 17th, 2026, 11:00am at Calvary Bible Church, Collins Avenue, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Rob Elliott and Pastor Anthone Wallace assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will be held in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Road, New Providence.

Kevin was predeceased by his father: Donald Kevin Poitier; grandparents: Thomas Sands, Shirley Johnson and Jane & Joseph Poitier; nephews: Marianno Chery and Caleb Darville.

Left to cherish his memories are his mother: Kim Johnson; adopted parents: James Fernander, Tom Shafer, Eric & Suzanna Hall, Pastor Jeremiah & Joan Duncombe; adopted grandmother: Elizabeth Cox; sisters: Nadia Joseph, Veronica, Vanessa, Donnieka, Latoya and Britney Poitier, Tamika Davis, Tonia Sturrup Russell, MaryEllen Fernander, Joanna Herbert, Hannah Hall, Melena, Rebekah; nieces: Heaven, Rickia, Alexis, Amyiah, Johnnika, Vanessa, Beverly, Victoria, Malika; nephews: Kennash, Thristian, Marion, Ricardo, Johnny Jr., Antonio, Andrew, Mahdi, Vaden; grandnephew: Amir; aunts: Rochelle Hudson, Dorothy Anderson, Cheryl Darville, Kesha Brown, Shakera Mackey, Joanne Reckley, Phillippa, Rosemary and Madeline Poitier; uncles: Sidney, Kendal and Trevor Poitier, Ralph Reckley, Julian Anderson and Bruce Darville; grandaunts: Gwendolyn Cunningham, Merlene Woodside, Betty Knowles, Rosanna Cash, Olga Bowe, Linda Cooper and Mianna Carroll; (Granduncles) William Bastian and Woodly Carroll; 235 immediate cousins, 1 st , 2 nd and 3 rd; numerous other relatives and friends including but not limited to: Shontae Reckley, Sands, Johnson, Poitier, Hepburn, Minnis, Sturrup, Cash, Rahming, Munroe, Fernander Families. The Rt. Hon. Hubert Alexander Minnis, Calvary Bible Church Family, Ministry of Works Staff, Adventure Learning Centre, Kelly’s

Home Centre, Lyford Cay Club, Tuga Restaurant & Bar, Dino’s Tropical Conch Salad, Popeyes (Prince Charles), Ragg’s Hideaway, Culmersville, Moss Town Exuma, Forbisher Circle, Garden Villas and Gambier Communities, and to all who who, Kevin left an impact on their life. May Kevin’s memory live on.

Viewing will be held in the Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, Robinson and Soldier Roads on Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and at the Church on Saturday from 9:30am until service time.

Death Notice For Otis Junior Tarpley, 70

of #4 Silverfish Boulevard, Silver Gates Subdivision, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Miami, Florida, United States of America died on Wednesday, January 14th, 2026.

He is survived by his wife: Carolyn Tarpley; children: Tenielle, Otisca and Otanique Tarpley; grandchildren: Careem Gray, Cayden Gray, Camron Gray, Camari Gray and Kyrie Delancey; siblings: Brenda Culmer, Fredrick Laing and Carlton Tarpley and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Betty Ann Johnson, 71

a resident of #33 Sun Glow Drive, Colony Village, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Pineridge, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026.

She is survived by her husband: Aaron Harrington Johnson; son: Anthon Charles Jamaal Johnson; daughter: Monique Sira Aleisha Johnson; siblings: Anthony Cooper, Mable Pinder, Elliot Cooper, Sidney Cooper, Genevieve Dean, Conrad Lee Penchion and Emily Culmer; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Death Notices For

Letitia Monique Johnson, 48

a resident of Redsea, Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026.

She is survived by her husband: Stanley Wallace Sr.; sons: David and Davin Harvey, Stanley Wallace Jr. and Redario Humes; daughters: Altonique, Altonaye and Altoniesha Davis; mother: Allison Morgan; father: Allen Adderley; grandmother: Miriam Adderley; siblings: Sidney Brown, Ricky Johnson, Tara Lockhart, Allen Jr., Michael and Jonathan Adderley; grandchild: Anthony Fowler Jr. and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Mario Ricardo Miller, 43

a resident of Crabapple Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, January 8th, 2026.

He is survived by his wife: Pearline Rolle Miller; sons: Mario Jr., Markito, Jamario, Anthony and Ricardo Miller; siblings: Sandra Sith, Esther Gibson and Jeffery Miller and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Death Notices For

Royal Bahamas Police Force Reserve Sgt. 1053

Harold James Grant, 73

of Bahamia, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, January 8th, 2026.

He is survived by his children: Harold F Grant, Teka GrantThompson, Dekre Sands and Donnavan Stubbs; sister: Olivia Grant; grandchildren: Zoe and Josiah Grant, Shornaiya Thompson, Patiqua and Zoe Cooper, Serenity Stubbs and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

of #10 Hillary Avenue, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died at the Rand Memorial Hospital on Thursday, January 8, 2026.

He is survived by his mother: Sharlene Forbes; sister: Shacoda Forbes; brother: Kier Forbes; nephews: Da’Kairi Forbes, Chance and Cody Stuart and Kier Forbes, Jr.; special friend: Felicia Knowles and a host of other Relatives and Friends.

Arrangements for the Funeral Service are being finalized and will be announced at a later date

Death Notices For

John Sainford, 71

a resident of James Cistern, Eleuthera, Bahamas and formerly of Bassin Bleu, Haiti died at his residence on Thursday, January 8th, 2026.

He is survived by his brother: Julien Guerrier; daughters: Mileine Guerrier, Ruth, Kathleen, Hyliah and Jenifier; sisterin-law: Myrtle Curry; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Mr. Jeance Deceus, 57

a resident of #17 Street, Spanish Wells, Eleuthera, Bahamas and formerly of Cape Haitian, Haiti died at his residence on Wednesday, December 31st, 2025.

He was predeceased by his loving mother: Amelia Deceus; father: Cherique Deceus; brother: Carlot Deceus; sister: Mimose Deceus.

He is survived by his son: Claudin Deceus; daughter: Hannova Lee; close friends: Vilnes Joseph and Marvin Pinder; cousins: Rose Joseph, Pedro Joseph, Ejamiel Mintor , Ronald Deceus, Mierales Deceus, Jeseline Richard, Pierrevilien Deceus, Rose Joseph; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Death Notices For

Dannie Obediah Roach, 63

a resident of Aaliyah Avenue, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026.

He is survived by his son: Renaldo Roach; daughter: Davonia Williams; 4 grandchildren, son-in-law, brothers, sisters, aunts, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Mario Lockhart, 52

a resident of Nassau Village, New Providence, Bahamas died on Monday, 22 December, 2025.

Mario is survived by his mother: Paula Lockhart; children: Brittany, Juliann-Alicia, Mario K. Lockhart, and Lanique Gibson; son-in-law: Oquendo Gibson; daughter-in-law: Chamisha Lockhart; grandchildren: Brinelle, Kairo and Brandi; sisters: Michelle, Wilma, Joy and Tara; brothers: Shane, Shawn and Kendrick; and a host of other loving family and friends.

His funeral service will be held at the Trinity Global Cathedral on Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:00am.

Funeral Services for

Thelma

Remona McHardy, 83

of Applepond Road, Lower Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, will be held at Cartwright’s Gospel Chapel, Cartwright’s, Long Island on Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Brother Doddridge Hunt and Brother Jeffrey Knowles assisted by Brother Keith Cartwright will officiate. Interment will follow in Cartwright’s Gospel Chapel Cemetery, Cartwright’s, Long Island.

She is pre-deceased by her Husband: Richard McHardy Sr. and Son: Christopher McHardy.

Thelma is survived by her loving family and friends including her Children: Nigel (Edmara) McHardy, Leo {Charmaine} McHardy, Brian (Caroline) McHardy, Ezra (Charity) McHardy, Richard McHardy Jr. (Ovina), Barry McHardy, Renee (Richard) Cartwright, Lesley Anne (Elijah) Markland, Christopher McHardy (Deceased). Siblings: Emma (Glenn), Birdina {Drexel}, Robert (Judith) and William Cartwright, Deborah (Charles) Hall, Stephen and Howard {Mary} Darville. Grand children: Sarah, Timothy McHardy, Shannon, Mary, Winfield (Jessica), Richard Jr. Cartwright, Nathaniel, Nathan, Elizabeth, {Charmaine} McHardy, Theodore, Andrew (Tanisha), Daniel, Bethany, Princess, Grace, Benjiman McHardy, Hadassah (Ramon) Adderley, Cagney, Amanda McHardy, Aleandra, Ricqual McHardy, Britney, Alex McHardy, Ohanna Markland. Great-Grand Children: Joshua, Soraya, Winfield Jr., Jayden, Selena, Devon, Devonya, Travis, Timothy, Braniah, Ramon Jr, Royalty, Nathaniel Jr, Savannah, Natalie, Naiari, Nathan Jr., Skyi, Skylar, Na’layah and Alaska. Nieces: Gail Cartwright-Arquiza, Tanya Cartwright, Sheena Flannery, Vicki Hall, Leah Knowles, Lisa Gable, Natasha Bosfield, Stephanie and Josephine Darville. Nephews: Robert, Michael and Llewellyn Cartwright, Jason Groucott, John, Stephen and Demitri Darville. Cousins: Ardeina (Michael) Kelly, Theodore, Walter, Shirley Turnquest, Patrick (Deceased) Don, Jerome, Mark, Paul, Elijah, Sandra, Paula, Gwendolyn; Adopted Daughter: Shirley Fernander. Aunts: Bethsheba Darville, Mirriam Knowles; and many supportive family, friends and church members too numerous to mention

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, #36 Rosetta Street, on Monday, January 19th from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m., on Friday, January 23rd at Cartwright’s Gospel Chapel, Cartwright’s, Long Island, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and again on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Peter “Soul” Pierre, 82

of Rolle Avenue, Wulff Road, will be held at Church of God Temple, K.D. Josey Way and Coconut Grove, on Saturday January 17th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Bishop London Wallace assisted by Rev. Dr. Marie McDonald and Bishop Eric Josey will officiate. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens & Mausoleum, John F. Kennedy Drive and Gladstone Road.

Left to cherish his memories his beloved wife, Nevillia Agenor; Sons: Marcellin Agenor and Richie Damice; Step daughter: Odisile Petit-Frere; Daughter-in-law: Latonya Agenor; Grandchildren: Darius and Jadan Agenor, Betty Sainphalin; Brothers: Michelet and Sabien Pierre; Sisters-in-law: Saint Eursule Agenor and Louluse Tador; Nieces and Nephews: Leonide, Frajilien, Erna, Mariloude, Chaliis Canton, Olita, Marc-Mene, Viccia, Odnand, Estrere Pierre, Loudy Aplewhite-Mitchel and Patrick, Betty Agenor, Rita Agenor, Mirline Pierre, Gibson and Shrly Agenor, Andy Agenor, Anderson and Lydia Agenor, Lorana and Vesly Bonamy, Sherlie Agenor, Japhet and Kathleen Tador, Jesse and Shankia Tador, Dielta and Lon Jasper, Mario Tador, Nadia Pierre, Nadia Jean, Saintalia Calixte, Nadia Pierre; Great Grand Nieces and Nephews: Jesse Jr., Sheneia, Shennia, Jafye, Jaylen, Kaylani Tador, Iris Jasper, Tracy, Fritzzaldo, Botovins, Loucainna, Destiny, Reginae Agenor, Vesly, Kassen, Mckenle, Peter, Bradley, Kesha, Kera Bonamy, Victor, Victoria and Hatiem Aplewhite, Nyla Alverez; Cousins: Junior and Fedline Acceus, Wadley, Widson, Naika, Justeu, Jeffley St-Juste, Rose, Saindina, Lorie Souffrant, Sharline and Wilda Canton, Sonette, Sady, Damont Pierre; Other relatives and friends: John & Rev. Dr. Marie McDonald, Rev. Christine Bonaby & Family, Arthur and Jennifer Munnings & Family, Insp. Jamal and Gabrielle McDonald, Cemerite Dumercy & Family, Jeffery Herard, John & Mario Meadows and Family, Charlie Sweeting & Family, Pala Augustin & Family, Patrick Glinton, Rudy Stuart & Family, the Nottage Family, the Johnson’s Family, Mr. Roy Dean, the Tyne’s Family, The Rolle Family, the Scott Family, the Sturrup Family and the entire Rolle Avenue Community. Special thanks: Bishop Lindo Wallace and the Church of God Temple family.

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 9:00 a.m. until service time

Death Notices for Anna Francina Colebrooke, 82

of Pebbles Street, Golden Gates I, died at her residence on Friday, January 9th, 2026.

She is survived by one (1) Son: Glen Lavon Saunders; three (3) Daughters: Renee Colebrooke Carroll, C. Rochelle Colebrooke Major and Leann Miller Johnson: five (5) Grandchildren: Tehran Carroll, Brittney Major Elechi, Dexternique Wilson, DeAnna and Denver Johnson; three (3) Sisters: Gladys Ferguson, Ernestine Miller and Ellamae Francis; three (3) Adopted Brothers: Keith, Tyrone and Anthony Moss; one (1) Aunt: Leonie Cleare Rolle: one (1) Uncle: Cedric Wilson; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Ethel Louise Dorestant, 98

of Grace Avenue and Yametto Drive, died at her residence on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026.

She is survived by three (3) Daughters: Anita (Bernard) Wilson, Ambrozine Dorestant and Catherine Allens; six (6) Grand children: John Black, Dalton (Charlotte) Mitchell, Lisa Turnquest, Dominique Knowles, Brandi (Geno) Jones and Tracee Dorestant; ten (10) Great-grandchildren: Dauntè, Zoe, Syrai, Daunya Rae, Inga, Lia, Santana, Geni, Caridid and Dante; one (1) Niece: Stephanie Moultrie; one (1) Nephew: Andre Moultrie; and a host of other relatives and friends, especially: Donzella Burke, Diveane Bowe & Family, Lillymae Thompson, Carol Brown, Corene Moxey, Sandine Morris and Leante Burrows.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Services for Laurene Athena Clarke, 89

of 235 Marshall Road, and formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, died at her daughter’s residence on Tuesday, December, 30th, 2025. Service will be held at St. Anne’s Anglican Church, Eastern and Fox Hill Roads on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 10:00a.m. Officiating will be Archdeacon The Ven Hugh Bartlett Jr., Rector. Assisted by Retired Archdeacon, The Ven G. Kingsley Knowles. Interment will follow at St. Anne’s Church Cemetery, Eastern and Fox Hill Roads.

Her memories will forever be cherished by her Husband: Charles Clarke Sr.; Children: Dr. Charles Arthur (Wendy) Clarke of London, Attorney Deirdre Clarke-Maycock, Francis (Dania) and Michael Clarke and Gabrielle (Patrick) Romer; Sisters: Majorie Stuart, Deselene Lowe of Grand Bahama and Sheilamae Smith; Brother: Roland Rolle; Grandchildren: Charles Arthur III and Candace Clarke, Cassius (Ashley), Cassidy, Frankia and Jabari Clarke, Zaire Rolle, Andrew Lecartus, Latrell, Mikari and Zanayah Clarke, Khrystophe Rolle, David and Deirdre Azaria Romer, Khara Campbell, Lashadawn Johnson; Great Grandchildren: Cassius Elliot and Cesare Clarke; In-laws: Annaleah Clarke, Charles Hartley Lowe and Alice Rolle, Edith Clarke and Lola Rolle; Aunts: Cynthia Grant, Maria ‘Dada’ Forbes; Nieces and Nephews: Perica Plakaris, Dave (Nodia), Ricardo and Kimberleye Seymour, Katie Walker, Leila Culmer. Yvette Gibson, Anthony Pinder, Ryan Pinder, Whitney (Claire) and Inza Patton, and Alexis Al Qasimi, Theus Fountain, Bacchus Rolle, Hycinth Rolle, James, Edmond and Chester Turner, Lisa Moss, Donna Lowe, Misty Pinder, Patricia Clarke, Deco Clarke, Timothy Clarke, Jackie Bourgue, Stafford, Ray, Perry, Nathaniel and Tyrone (Inga) Clarke; Numerous Grand Nieces and Nephews: Masanetie (Desarae) Joseph, Lashawn Swain, Tanya Gariboldi, Ingrid Cox-Russell, Hollis Cox, Marcia Cox-Mackey, Kiki Williams-Gardiner, Alexis Curry, Dora Johnson, Vandrea Woodside; Other Relatives and Friends, The Romer Family, Flossy Bain, Mavis Darling-Hill and Family, Leila Green, Frances Ledee and Family, Barbara Burrows and Family, The Roach Family, MacLisa Hall and Family, Heastie Family, The Hanna Road Families, Valcint, The Rolle, Finlayson, Pennermans, Bullards, Bastian, Curtis, Longley and the entire Mangrove Cay Families, Staff of the Office of the Attorney-General, Registrar General’s Department, Staff of The Department of Social Services, Staff of the Ministry of Public Works, Doctors and Staff of the Anne’s Town Gerontology Clarke especially Dr. Indira

Grimes and Dr. Krystal Rolle, Linda and Dearen Evans and Family, Caroline and Benson Brown, Villel Reed and Family, The Davis Family from Fox Hill, Julie and Ulrick Turnquest and Family, The Kelly, Wilson and Hanna Family of Marshall Road, The Curtis, Rolle, Finlayson, Grant, Forbes and Brennen Families, Hosea and Wendy Rolle and Family, Anastacia Knowles and Family, St Anne’s ACW, St. Anne’s Church, Usher Board and Alcolytes, Sensational Cruisers, Jaime Strachan, Trevor Sands, Ethel Colebrooke, Andrew Rolle, Jennymae, Hessie Bethel, Maxine Cox, Patrice Allen, Ishmael (Ava) Grant and Family.

Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary #183 Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and again at the church from 9:30 a.m. to service time on Saturday.

Ifeanease Wright, 77

of #18 Step Street, Fox Hill, and formerly of Clarendon, Jamaica, died at her residence on Thursday, December 4th, 2025. Service will be at Church of God of Prophecy, Minnie Street and Cordeaux Avenue, on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 11:00a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Maurice Simms, MAR, J.P. Assisted by Minister BeccaMae Stubbs, J.P., and Minister Dr. Dion Hepburn. Interment will be at Fox Hill Cemetery, Fox Hill Road.

She is survived by her Children: Doreen Bailey, of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and Peggy WrightStyles; Adopted Children: Leotha Kemp and Gregory Wright; Grandchildren: Deanthio Johnson, Juvaine and Jevaughn Campbell, Alisher and Adisher Styles; Sisters: Hilda Haye, of Clarendon, Jamaica, Millicent Williams, of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; Brothers: Balvin Willis, Lascellas and Bunny Willis; Adopted Brother: Alexander Mullings; 11 Nieces and 9 Nephews; Aunts: Leilda Thomas; Other relatives and friends: Ricardo, Daniella, Keisha, and Ricardy Desrosiers, Mr. Solitaire and Soli Altidore, including a host of other relatives and friends.

Friends may pay their last respects at East Sunrise Mortuary #183 Baillou Hill Road & Cordeaux Avenue from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and again at the church from 10:00 a.m. to service time on Saturday.

Funeral Service for Magnola Rolle, 89

will be held at Deliverance Faith Ministries, Wemyss Bight, Eleuthera; Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Ernest Sweeting. Interment will follow in Wemyss Bight Public Cemetery.

She is survived by her daughter: Paulamae Delancy-Hall; Son-in-law: Buster Hall; Adopted Son: Dr. Sidney Smith; Daughterin-law: Eulamae Johnson; Grandchildren: Marvin Williams (Daysi), Demmetrius Knowles (Johnette), Melissa Hall (Deon), Ted Johnson (Alicia), Shenelle Delancy, David Johnson Sr. (Marzell) Biancha Hall (Andrew), Buster Angelo Hall (Lakeshia); Great grandchildren: Brandon Knowles, Jaranique Mackey, Jaran Mackey, Brixton Hall, Yasmine Brown, Jasmine Brown, Christan Culmer, David Johnson Jr., Alea Johnson; Great-great grandchildren: Jaylin Jolly, Isreal Bevans, Hazel Bevans; Nieces: Monica Miller, Ronica Ferguson, Netlean (Babynet), Michelle, Sharon, Kim, Mary (King), Margaret Rolle; Nephews: Nelson (Marlene) Brown, Wendall (Net) Brown, Tyrone (Martha) Brown, Ezra (Ann) Brown, Emmit (Chestina) Brown, Morland Brown, Jerome (Bunny) Brown, Soloman, Trevor, Kenneth Gibson, Darell, Wellington Jr.; Other Relatives and Friends: Sherika Brown-Murphy (Marlon), Teja Campbell, Gamine (Teki), Owen (Natasha), Tino, Stacy, Wandamae Gibson, Audrie & Sabrina, John McKinney & Family, Earnest Sweeting & Family, Hubert Forbes, Millie Culmer & Family, Michelle (Monkey), Ann & Wellie, Evalina & Family, Darline Deveaux, Brendamae Smith & Family, Roscoe, Ricardo Thompson, Amie & Family, Phil, Wilfred, Joe, Henry Delancy, Nixon & Family, Kathline McKenzie &Family, Miriam Forbes, Greg Collins & Family, Madlin Gibson & Family, Dewitt McKinney & Family, Patsy &Family, Mayfield Young & Family, Kelsey (Clara) Williams, Kita & Family, The Rock Sound Clinic Staff, Idena Hall &Family, Polian & Family, Hilbert & Family, Audrey, Rosalie & Family, Pinder Family, Young Family, David Sweeting, Harcourt (Nola) & Family, Jackie & Family, Norma, Beverly, James Delancy, Thompson Family, Sweeting Family, The Wemyss Bight Community, Leon Smith & Family, Luke Thompson, Debra Green, Chelsie Taylor & Family, M.P. for South Eleuthera Hon. Clay Sweeting, M.P. for Fox Hill Hon. Fred Mitchell, Nicholas Jew, Keva Armbrister & Family, Preston Rolle, Irvin Gibson & Family, The Halls Family, Nottage Family, and other relatives too much to mention

Viewing will be in the Faith Room on Friday from 9am to 5 pm and at the church from 8 am on Saturday until service time.

Funeral Service for

Mark Anthony Thompson, 76

will be held at St. Patrick’s Anglican Church, Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera, Bahamas, Friday, January 16th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Fr. Johnathan Archer. Iinterment will follow in Old Governor’s Harbour Public Cemetery, Eleuthera, Bahamas.

He was predeceased by his beloved son, Muqtasid Thompson; daughter, Cindy Thompson, and brother, Arlington Thompson.

Those left to cherish (and laugh with) his memory. He leaves to mourn his passing, his devoted wife, Cassandra Winifred “Winnie” Thompson; sons, Shafeeq and Akeem Thompson; daughters, Aqueelah Thompson, Jameelah Rahming, and Nicola Archer; sons-in-law, Dominique Rahming and Fr. Jonathan Archer; sister, Veronica (Herbert) Major (USA); granddaughters, Shante Thompson, Latalia Thompson, Maleeah Thompson, Mikalea Thompson, Daajiyah Rahming, and Zoya Turner; aunts, Shela Knowles, Naomi Johnson, Theresa Thompson, and Rosamund Williams; sisters-in-law, Amerold (Radcliff) Ritchie, Alvira Turnquest, Ardina (Edgar) Pinder, Ingrid (Errol) Bethel, and Anastasia Thompson; brothers-in-law, Elias (Dianne) Cartwright and Carlos (Bernadette) Cartwright; nieces, Chandra (David) Solar (USA), Marahea (Cleon), Morgan (USA), Analica Thompson (Canada), Tonia (Keith) Smith, Lisa (Carl) Davis, Akilah (Boltron) Major, Altanese, Car Lisa, Chelsea, and Caryn Cartwright; nephews, Linton (Sarah) Ritchie, Stanton (Patricia) Ritchie, Glen (Gaynell) Ritchie, Thyrone (Jovanne) Turnquest, Bolton (Macushla) Pinder, Adrian (Nicharla) Pinder, Antone Thompson, Hugo Bethel, Errol Bethel Jr., and Algie Cartwright; caretaker Tanya Brown; and a host of close friends and relatives who will forever remember his laughter, his honesty, his generosity, and his unwavering belief that things would always work out.

Funeral Service For Michael Alphonso Rolle, 76

of Faith Avenue North, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of John Millars, Eleuthera, Bahamas died on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026, 10:00am at New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Blue Hill, Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Alfred Stewart assisted by Pastor Theophilus Claridge and Pastor Cherece Evans. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence.

He was predeceased by his wife: Myrtle Rolle; parents; siblings: Mary, Eric, Thomas, George & Arthur Rolle.

Precious memories are cherished by his two daughters: Denise Bowleg & Micalette Rolle; two sons: Ricardo & Valentino Rolle; adopted son: Alvin Bain; six grandchildren: Corenika Morley-Miller, Syrille Morley Jr., Rykarah, Jacaria, Ricardo Jr. & Melody Rolle; two great grandchildren: Jeffrey III & Jay’Mari Miller; two daughters-in-law: Jeanette & Florazel Rolle; three sisters: Gertrude Rolle, Florence Mackey & Shirley Rolle Oof John Millars, Eleuthera; four sisters-in-law: Rebecca Smith of Sarasota Florida, Maragaret Smith, Miriam Williams & Valeria Rolle of Freeport, Grand Bahama; three brothers-in-law: John Williams, Macdonald Smith & Godfrey Bowe of Georgetown, Exuma; nieces: Sheila Miller, Margaret, Thelma, Stephanie & Florence Mackey, Portia & Anishka Rahming, Stephanie Smith, Cheriah Rolle, Kahdijah Grant, Monisha & Decosta Rolle & Latira Bootle; nephews: Charles Jr. & Adrian Mackey, James, John, Denzil, Arthur Jr., Thomas Jr. & Samuel Rolle; cousins: Isadora Campbell, Alice, Catherine, Carnetta, Charles, Israel & David Rolle, Joseph Major, Eddie Anderson, Carrie McKinney of Miami, Florida, Lenora Isler of Orlando, Florida, Barzel McKinney of Fredericksburg, Virginia, Jerome & Thomas McKinney III of Kentucky; grandnieces: Vaderia Curtis, Ronnette Hall, Bengnique Miller, Alinka Rolle, Brittany Bethel, Lecheka Minnis, Charlisa Mackey, Kristianna Sands, Stephanique Pinder, Danielle, Destiny, Jamiah & Miracle Rolle, Earleyah Grant, Lamai Bootle, Donesha Fernander; grandnephews: Covance Brown, Kenneth Deveaux, Ferron Mackey, Varzuvio Butler, Trae Johnson, Teran Mackey, Emilio Ingraham, Brian Bethel Jr., Trevano Taylor, Nathan Bullard, Anthonio Grant, Xavier Rolle, Logan Thomas, Dontae Fernander, Denzil Rolle Jr., Raynaldo & Cantrell Pinder; numerous great grandnieces & grandnephews, niecesin-law: Cathy Ramsey & Cindy Campbell of Bowie, Maryland, Kendra Smith, Camille Nairn, Marinette Williams, Shaneka Adderley, Shenique, Daphne, Marsha, Portia, Patrice & Deidre Smith, Gretta Pennerman, Donnette Archer; and others too numerous to mention, nephews-in-law: Daniel Ramsey of Bowie Maryland, Derick & Otis Williams, Lincoln Rolle, Earlando Grant, Ben Miller, Quentin Dorsette, Randy, Bradley, Pedro, Byron, Norman & John Smith,

Godfrey Jr., Nicolos & Vavarro Bowe; other relatives & friends including: Hezekiah McPhee & Family, Roosevelt McPhee & Family, Pastor Alfred Stewart & Family, Major Whitfield & Family, Ellenor Rolle & Family, Pat Moxey & Family, Eula McKinney & Family, Renay Maycock & Family, Erika Collie & Family, Godfrey Bastian, The Curry Sisters, The Fox Family, Vincent Rahming & Family, Antoine Miller & Family, Cindy Curtis & Family, Camille Stubbs & Family, Vincent Archer & Family, Rico Archer & Family, Leslie Stubbs & Family, Jenniemae Forbes & Family, Beryl Micklewhite & Family, Dennis Bastian & Family, Kingston Deleveaux & Family, Deswell Forbes & Family, Errol McPhee & Family, Tony McPhee & Family, Firstina McPhee & Family, George Bullard & Family, Gregory Bullard & Family, Charles Bullard &Family, Patrice Davis, Rita Tynes, Princess Pratt & Family, Carl Gray &Family, Denearia Butler &Family, Barbaramae McKinney & Family, Barry McKinney & Family, Whitney McKinney & Family, Madeline Gibson & Family, Robert Neely & Family, The Bowleg Family, The Morley Family, The McKinney Family, Anthony McKinney & Family, Selwyn, Lynden & Marvin Dean & Family, Kendal Micklewhite, Barry Johnson &Family, Gareth Lewis & Family, Harry & Ronnie Horton, Stafford Leary & Family, Steven Maynard & Family, The Leary Family, Diana Ingraham & Family, Eula Symonette & Family, Show Bo & Family, staff at the Family Medicine Center, Dr. Carla Bethel, Staff at The Eye Center, The New. Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, The Bannerman Town & John Millars Association, Faith Avenue North, John Millars, Bannerman Town, Rock Sound & South Eleuthera Communities. Please Forgive Us If We Missed Your Name It Was Not Intentional.

Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 9:00am until service time.

Death Notice For Florina Russell, 62

of Fox Town, Abaco, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, January 9, 2026.

She is survived by her father: :Ralph Russell; step mother: Delores Russell; sisters: Carnetta Russell Rapunzel Pinder, Bridgette Russell, Shanasco Campbell, Shavandi Russell, Shamyell Russell, Shaquinta Russell and Mahkia Russell; brothers: Clint Russell and Clyde Russell; other relatives: Covan Saunders, Alfonzo Parker, Faylean Sweeting, Henzel and other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For Samuel Ulysse Lewis, 82

of Malcolm Lane, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Port au Paix, Haiti who died on Thursday, December 18, 2025 will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026, 11:00am at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Boyd Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Monsignor Alfred Culmer assisted by Deacon Peter Jones. Interment will follow in the Catholic Cemetery, Tyler Street, New Providence.

Left to cherish his memories our his loving wife, Dorothy Sherman Lewis; daughters, Altermease Lewis Esson, Kentry Lewis Williamson, Fantalar Lewis; adopted daughter, Fernancha Young and Tenair Brennen; sons, Samuel Willis Lewis and Bernard Sherman; son-in-law, Howard Esson, Tyrone Williamson and Greg Evans; sister-inlaw, Theresa Thompson, Denise Wright and Ethlyn Cabera; nieces, Jervina Armbrister, Susan Jolly Bethel, Katrina Jolly and Monquie Joseph; nephews, Victor Ascur, Celires Joseph, Maurice Sherman, Clavin Armbrister Sr., Loney Storr Jr., James Storr, Renold Ville and Oneal Cartwright; granddaughters, Kendria & Kendisha Johnson, Lashai Armbrister, Devonya Aranha, Ricarzia Taylor, Tenea Lewis, Vashante Deveaux, Linniche & Kaysha Wright, Krystal Cash Taylor, Govannie Carey, Najah Rose Adderley and Precious Ruterford; grandsons, Ricardo,Renaldo and Ricarzio Taylor, Kenvardo Pratt, Police Constable 569 Mark Rolle, Tyrieck ,Tyrone Jr., Tyler ,Tyrese and Jamal Williamson, Wadlet Meris, Tres Smith, and Leon Martin; great granddaughters, Taranique Johnson, Trenea Smith, Chasity Stuart, Saalesha Joyce, Mariah Rolle, Briella Murphy, Reniah Taylor, Tyriecka Williamson, Jah”mya, Carmallya and Malaysia Williamson; Great Grandsons, Raynaj Stuart, Tomieko Carey, Charlton Stuart, Kendre and Ta”drien Williamson, Brieon Murphy, Rashard Charlton; great grandnieces & nephew, Victoria Ascur, Faith Joseph, Alaciah Albury, Clavin Jr. and Joshua Armbrister, Jonathan, Nathan & Josiah Joseph,Bradrecka Ellis, Aston, Floyd, Megan & Maurisa, Sherman, Brianna and Jabez Bethel, John Wright, Christine &

Franz Smith Jr., Candy Brice, Chyna Sherman, Delkino Key; godchildren, Lisa Munnings and Valentia Evans; cousins, Pastor R. Jamaal Barr, Doreen Barr (Clifton) Joevashka Roberts, Jennifer Saunders, Tamara McQueen, Gigi Thompson, Lamont McQueen, Jamario Williams, Shanette Woodside Bethell, Shaneker & Shanaya Woodside, Keeshee Flowers Spencer; and other relatives and friends including: Ernestine Bullard & family, Rolando & Van Darville & Family, Sharka Hall, Alburyann & family. Angie Williams & family, Jackie Minnis, Nora Bastin & family, Perry Charlton, Emmanuel Nicolas (Bahamasair) Stephanie Moxey & family, Dellerease Gray, Drift Kitchen at (Bahamar) Darlene Brennen, Odel Neil, Tamia & Jane Smith, Malcolm Lane, Ross Corner & Taylor Street Family, Monsignor Alfred Culmer & St. Joseph Catholic Church Family.

Viewing will be held in the Legacy Suite of Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 10:00am until service time.

Death Notice For

Phillip Humphrey Bullard, 73

of Rahming Street, Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

He is survived by his mother, Kathleen Rosado of Miami Beach, Florida; sisters, Angela Bowe, Gertrude and Ella Bullard; brothers, James, David and Chuck Bullard; Brother-in-law, Ashley Bowe; numerous nieces and nephews, Sean Gay, Sherri Moxey of Nassau and Joyanne Bridgewater of Florida; numerous grandnieces and grandnephews and other relatives and friends.

Cremation will be held.

Memorial Services will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For Florie Mae Forbes, 73

a resident of Kemp’s Bay, South Andros, Bahamas will be held on Sunday, January 18th, 2026, 11:00am at the Kemp’s Bay Seventh Day Adventist Church, Kemp’s Bay, South Andros. Officiating will be Pastor Samuel Miller (District Pastor) assisted by Elder Trenton Durant. Interment will follow in the Public Cemetery Kemp’s Bay, South Andros.

Left to cherish her memories are her two daughters: Lynette and Rochelle Ash; one son: Christopher Ash; sisters: Retired TCN Flordell Pratt, Mary Barr, Retired Chief Corrections Officer Donna Humes, Eulamae Rahming, Patrice Ash and Karen Jones; brothers: Retired Immigration Superintendent Phillip Forbes, John, Mark, Leo, and Basil Forbes; grandchildren: Corrections Corporal Lamaron Sweeting, Trevaughn, Marvanique, Marvon, Ladawn and LA Dantae Sweeting, Deshano Cunningham, Deantilley Dean, Jamie Brown Nesbit, Rashante Ash, Philip Jr. and Phlineisha Flowers, Christopher Ash Jr.; great grandchildren: Jemeka Dean, Jayden and Lamiyah Nesbit, Lazaria and Dashawn Sweeting, Deshano Cunningham Jr.; aunts: Barbara Duncombe and Colette Forbes; uncle: Starlin Duncombe; nieces & nephews: Police Constable Antonio Pratt, Staff Nurse Ghenet Pratt-Harris, Petty Officer Renaldo Pratt, O’Cara Forbes-Nixon, Olivia Forbes-Pratt, Dario, Philicia, Dashanique and Deshanne Humes, Vanessa Harris, Angelique, Jeranique and Terez Forbes; Jhare, Jamel, Lamal and Deaero Forbes; Johnette Forbes, Jonell Adderley,Tayshawn and Tristan Forbes; Mark Jr., Marcus, Antonique, Lea, Leonardo and Alexandria Forbes; Samantha and Samara Barr; Warren Jones; Lamont and Alexio Ash; thirty five grand nieces and nephews; seven great grand nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law: Orian and Minerva Forbes; brothers-in-law: Lloyd Jones and Courtney Johnson; other relatives and friends: Schenerie Pratt, Ronald Harris, Brandon Pratt, Cenita, Duncombe, Branique Forbes, Sheniquer Forbes, Andrea Fowler, Alexander Smith Jr., Givary Rahming, Brent and Vincent Duncombe, Alexander Harris,

Gary Hepburn, Daniel Nixon; Reuben, Kenneth and Eric Rolle; Nelson and Myrtle Rolle, Hazel Johnson and Family, Patrick and Edith Forbes, Relcina Rolle; Geralene, Haven, Vincent, Elon, Rosetta Forbes, Ethel Colebrooke, Floyd and Norman Bastian, Lorraine Sands, Joycelyn Moxey, Sidney, Dyllis, Rodman, Louise, David, Randy, Dale, Clayton, and Terry Forbes, Roger Forbes and Family, Rosalee Knowles and Family, Florina Rolle and Family and Family, Vernita Miller and Family, Lucy Taylor and Family, Roland Smith and Family, Eleanor Knowles, Emmerson Adderley, Darlene Greene, Cheryl Perpall, Rose Forbes, Wenzel, Reginald, Wellington Forbes and their Families; Tyrone Burrows, Maureen Ellis, Naomi Turner and their families, Emily, Darcel and Geneva Fynes, Veronique Collie, Cecilia Stuart and Family, the Entire South Andros Community; Doctors and Nurses Miriam Green Community Clinic, Pastor Samuel Miller, Elder Trenton Durant and many others too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Mt. Zion Native Baptist Church, Kemp’s Bay on Friday from 4:00pm to 7:00pm and again on Saturday from 10:00am to 7:00pm and the Kemp’s Bay Seventh Day Adventist Church on Sunday from 8.30am until service time.

Death Notices For

Myrlande Julien, 42

of Lawson Street off Soldier Road, New Providence,Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, January 5, 2026.

She is survived by her father, Nilcon Julie; sisters, Marjorie and Geraldine Julie; nephew, Eli Julien; aunts, Jeannette Legiste and Ann Marie Smith; uncles, Raymond Eugene, Jean Marie Eugene, Osmel and Ilner Julien; and other relatives and friends.

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Death Notice For

Althea Ferguson, 64

of Strachan Corner, New Providence, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, 31st December, 2025.

She is survived by her three daughters, Tavala & Shonell Ferguson and Carrieann Woodside; two step daughters: Charmaine and Janice Smith; two sons, Neil Bowe and Wilfred Albury; eight grandchildren, Tavaughna, Giltavia, Jaydawn, Gilbreana, Justin, Jaran, Joshua, and Tenielle; one great-granddaughter, Ava Symonette; one-son-in -law, Jason Woodside; four sisters, Glendina Garland, Francita Martin, Dyann McKenzie and Sharon Hanna; five brothers, Leonard, Vernon, Ernest, Edgar and Charlie Ferguson; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Alaxander Elias Storr, 53

of Polly Hill, San Salvidor, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, 17th January, 2026 died on Tuesdays, 16th December, 2025 will be held on Saturday, 17th January, 2026, 11:00am at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, Cockburn Town, San Salvador. Officiating will be Pastor Johnathon Knowles. Interment will follow in United Estate Public Cemetery.

He is survived by his father: Bernard Storr; sisters: Nechia Storr-McIntosh, Vendella, Maybelline and Bernadette Storr; brother-inlaw: Sidney McIntosh Sr.; nieces & nephews: Orville, Erinisa, Sidney Jr., Cleavy Jr., Amorii; aunts: Pastor Vernis, Clementina, Pamela, Catherine, Deacon Sarah and Mary Storr, Vivian Joseph; uncles: Renty and Clifton Storr; cousins: Merrit Storr & Family, Elvia, Nicole, Clement and Cleveland Storr, Fred Rolle, Terrance, Gregory, LoNeal, Rennard & Families, Shenique, Regina Bonaby, Dora and Charles Reckley, Ula Edwards, Linal and Don Storr and Families, Ursula, Vernice & Families, Anderson, Erica, Faye Storr, Fredamae Rolle and Families, Michael (Pastor Agnes), Bethsada, Elva and Families, Irene, Francis, Melva, Jill, Lorna, Jethro, Clee, Lynden, Deidre, Kendall Rolle and Family, Betty Poitier, Velda Knowles, Lily, Rosalie (Gigi), Betsy, Jill and Families, Verona, Patterson, Alexander, Clarice and Families’, Cleophus, Peterson and Jefferson Storr, Esther, Jennifer and Families, Jestina, Sherice, Bruce and Families; other relatives and friends including: Tanya, Anastasia Burrows and Families, Karen, Janelle, Jermaine, Sharan, Raquel and Families; Preston Storr, Tyeice, Juva McPhee, Terry, Desmond and Families, The Hunt Families, Kirk and Kevin Williams and Families, Jospeh Patton, Anita Moxey and Families, Crew of M/V Lady Frances, Pastor Johnathan Knowles and Family, Pastor T. G. Morrison, Elder Ian Greene, The Benson Family, The Arnette Family, The Lightfoot Family, The Fernander Families, The Nairn Family, Pastor Alrick Butler and Family, The Smith’s Family, Tyrone and Jerry Pratt and Families’, Peter McPhee, Rev. Leo Jones and Family, The Edgecombe’s including Pastor Dennis Sandle & Family, Rev. Leo Jones and Family, Pastor Mavis Major and Family, Pastor Luden Gibson and Family, The Williams Families, The Black Families, The Forbes Family, Bettylou Storr and Family, Alton and Quincy Poitier and Families, Cathy Gerace, Andra Larrimore & Family, Eureka Knowles and Family, Charlie Jones and Family, Rev. Nathaniel Walker and Family, Pastor Ada Forbes and Family, Pastor Gary Hanna and Family, The Mackey Family, Michelle McGregor, Alfred Brennen, Jewel Fountain, Sherice Saunders, Debra Petty and Family, Kendra and Catherine, Carl Gibson, Sandy Albury, Capt. Rodgest Walker, Wilson Gustave, Dino King, Valentino Barr, Nigel McQuay, Club Med Staff, Dr. Knowles, Dr. McKenzie & Staff of San Salvador Community Clinic, Island Administrator Barr and Staff, Supt. Lewis & Staff of San Salvador Police Dept., other members of the extended Storr’s family, and the entire community of San Salvador too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at the Church in San Salvador on Friday from 10:00am until service time at the Church on Saturday.

Funeral Service for

Jane Maria Saunders, 75

of Ludlow Street, Centerville will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 17th January, 2026 at St. Thomas Moore Roman Catholic Church, Madeira Street, Palmdale. Officiating will be Fr. Junior Calixte, assisted by other members of the clergy. Cremation was held.

Jane is preceded in death by her Parents: The Patron and Matron of the Saunders Clan; Herbert Carl Saunders and Doris Jane Brown-Saunders; Brothers: Charles, Herbert, Phillip, and Tyrone Saunders; Sisters: Norma Saunders-Curry and Gladys Saunders-Gardiner.

Left to cherish her memories are her beloved Children, Daughter: Cherise Saunders; Son: James “Jimmy” and Lilith Bostwick; Grand children: James “Jay” Bostwick (Regine), Jade Hernandez (Johnathan); Great Grand Child: Onyx Bain; her Babies: Angelique Curry, Doug (DA) Gardiner, Imani Bain, Cyrell Saunders Farrington, Valencia and Peter Dedolchow and Jada McCray; Sister: Valencia (Newall) Neilly; Sisterin-law: Merlene Saunders (Freeport), Patti Saunders (Florida); Brother: Cyril Saunders and Janet Saunders; Aunt: Doreen Brown; Part Time Caretaker: Julia LeFrance and Family; Nieces: Vales and Tracey Saunders, Franchelle (Greg) Dorsette, Karon (Peter) Dedolchow, Lia (Chad) Rigby, Charessa (Kareem) Brown, Antona, Tina and Donree Curry, Tiffany (Jerry) McCray, Cheryl Saunders, Phillia (Adrian, Alyssa) Forbes, Susanna (Trevor) Rolle, Yvette (Glen) Smith, Natasha, Nisha, Nitita, Cyrell (Deangelo) Farrington, Cyrique, Gianna, Tessa (Countess) and Kimmie Saunder, Gretchen Saunders, Tara (Andy) Saunders-Garcia; Nephews: Charles Jr (Charlie), Demille, Julius, Stephan, Khorey, Cyril (Roosie), Tremell and Cyril Saunders, Doug Anthony (Michelle Kelly), Troy and Kevin Gardiner, Newall Neilly, Antoine Curry, Steven (Regina), Mark, Eddie, Tervours (Kim) Tyrone Jr., (Katia) Saunders; God Child: Shannon Balfour; Cousins: The Hudson Family (Patsy, Chuck Dale & Anthony Woodside, Ginger), The Marshall Family, (Ruth, Joan Deloris, Irmalee, Yvonne, Beverely, Stanley) The Sweeting Family (Winston and

Cheryl, Wincy), The Isaacs Family (Cherry, Van, Antoinette, James, Debbie and Eunice, Michelle and Mia Martinborough) The Browns (Don, Rosita, Nedda, Marva, Lauren, Roger, Gwen, George, Celestial, Marcella, Karol, Tammy) The Clarke Family (Sandra, Mackey, Bernie, Michael, Nicole), The Frazier Family, (Ernest & Astrid) The Browns of Bozene Town, (Bishop Andrew Brown and Family Maureen, Rhonda, Myrtis, Chanelle, Nadine,) the Family of the late Edith Turnquest (Sir Orville Turnquest, Carol Lashley, Michelle Fields, and the Rt. Hon. Tommy Turnquest), the Family of the late Gladys Hanna (Donna, Trevor, Kimlyn and Family), The Family of the late Bertha Newbold (Pamela, Royann, Cheryl, Helen), Archdeacon James and Rev. Angela Palacious and Family, Etienne Farquharson and Family, The Davis Family, The Robinsons, Phyllis Albury-Garraway and Family; Over 50 great-grand nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends including: Shantell Cox-Hutchinson, Inez & Greg Ferguson, Tanya & Trevor Carey, Marsha & James Sands, Charlene Whymns, Timika Sherman, Pat & Linda Evans, Marvin & Kokesha Brown and Family, Clara Cox and Family, Sebastian and Jason Evans, Evette Evnas, The Evans Family, Charles Ferguson, Ms. Curtis and Jan, Jennifer Mangra and Family, The Ludlow Street Family, The Board of Directors and Staff of Bahamasair Employees Provident Fund, (Monica Wong, Shavonne Wilson, Sheena Basden, Maria Sands) Terry & Keisha Delancy, Virgo Car Rentals, Nicholon Sean Roberts and Family, Antonio Saunders and Family, Anthony Major, Brent Butler and Family, Jelita Williams and Family, Grand Worthy Matron Sis. Harietta Hart and Members of Heroines of Jordan #383 Modern Free & Accepted Masons of the World INC, Officers and Members of Ladies of Camelot #202, Tamika Bodie, Monalisa Knowles, Shorn Lightfoot, Pauline Rahming, Shayvanno Simmons, Raquel Hulyer, Kathleen Minnis, Sonia Horton, Anna Small, Mike Meicholas, Lakeitta Hanna-Rolle, Phedrea Cash, Shari Minnis, Chona Bowles, Shirlean Murphy, Olive Hanna, Ronique Mortimer, Monique Fernander, Latitudes, Sanchia, Billy & Rosie Godet, Michael Smith & Family, Lamount Rahming and Family, The Fitzgerald’s, The Seymours, The Bowlegs of Ludlow Street, Sonia & Peter Turnquest and Family, Denine & Sidney Cambridge and Family, The Scantlebury Family, Jamie, Crystal, Hailey and Arthur Bostwick, Sherice & Cherelle Brown and Family, Hon. Jomo Campbell, (MP Centreville), Emergency Road Services (Daria), Moose and Cheryl Seymour and Family, Nurse Vernecha Adderley Above and Beyond Nursing Agency and Dr. Kerr Concierge Home Health, Linda Demeritte, The Rev’d Dr. Kari Xavier Marcelle, Anya Rolle, Sharon Farquarhson and St Gregory the Great Anglican Church Family, Sue and Tarique Cunningham, Palo Moxey, Madeline and Denise Wilson, Salon Infinity Family, Nigel Bower (Powerboat Adventures) Aquinas Class of 69, SAC Class of 89, NCA Class of 93, JA Crew (Mackey Street) Niceness Crew, Deborah Butler Bootle and Family.

The family apologizes for any names that may have been unintentionally omitted and humbly asks that you continue to keep us your prayers.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Funeral Service for

Matriarch & Retired Educator

Evangeline (Eva) Annette Greenslade, 87

of Palm Ave, Vista Marina will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 17th January, 2026 at Grants Town Wesley Methodist Church, Baillou Hill Road. Officiating will be Rev. Henry Knowles, Associate Pastor assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in the Western Cemetery, Nassau Street.

Left to cherish fond memories of Evangeline are her Sisters: Sonia Dean, Pamela Greenslade, Paula Greenslade, and Debra McCoy; Brother: Philip Greenslade; Sisters-in-law: Verna Greenslade and Virginia Greenslade (Panama); Nieces: Ret. Sgt. Alice GreensladeGilbert, Lisa Greenslade-Judy (Houston, Tx), Attorney Michelle Dean, Dr Gina Greenslade-McCarthy (Phuket, Thailand), Juliette HinseyPinder (Tamarac, Fl), Georgette Greenslade (Kitchener, CA), Gayle Greenslade, Renita Johnson, Delerase Johnson, Shanique Lewis, Verne Greenslade, Lavion Smith-Albury, Patricia McCoy, Regina McCoy, Ricola McCoy, Dorinda McCoy, and Cierra Deveaux; Nephews: Former High Commissioner & Ambassador, Commissioner of Police (Ret) Ellison E. Greenslade, Desmond Greenslade Sr., Sr. Asst. Commissioner of Police (Ret) Ashton Greenslade, Ret. Sgt. Kevin Greenslade, Steven Greenslade, Terrence Greenslade (Los Angeles, CA), Mark Greenslade (Phuket, Thailand), Patrick and Edwin Greenslade, Michael, Marvin and, Madian Dean, Michael McCoy, Anton McCoy, Henry McCoy

(Eleuthera), Preston McCoy (Andros), Marvin and Romelo Johnson, John and Jeffery Greenslade (Panama), Novaldo Smith, Ashton, Anton, Antonio and Shaquille Greenslade; Nieces and nephews-in-law: Kimberly Greenslade, Jackie Greenslade, Hazel Greenslade, Betty Greenslade, Alvern McCory, Johnette McCoy and Mitchell Gilbert; Grand nieces: Chiara McCarthy-Kasztner (Boca Raton, FL), Anna Greenslade (Scotland, UK) Kendia Pinder-Gitner(Boynton Beach, FL), Alicia, Ashley and Alexis Murphy, Keva Greenslade-Sears, Kimel Greenslade-Lalanne (CT), Ashti, Kevinique, Stephanique, Kevintae and Dionte Greenslade, Marquita Lowe, Nicole Lewis; Grandnephews: Ellison Jr. Kidada, Desmond Jr, Chaz, Kevin II, Darius, Kristof, Kevaughn, Ashton II, Ashturon and Kevington Greenslade, Danaldo Johnson, Shane, Shanton and Shaquan Ferguson, Stephen Stubbs, Craig Jr., and Dillon Lewis; Cousins: Vernell Richardson and Family, Aubrey Butler and family, Derek Butler and family, Veronica Seymour and family, Karen Andrews and family, Lynn Greenslade and family, Tamara Seymour-Johnson and family, Carmetta Rolle and Family, LaToya Roberts and family, Naomi Brown and Family, Sister Annie Thompson and family, Hyacinth Winder-Pratt and Family, Willamae Salkey and Family, Deidre Cooper, Oswald Greenslade, Basil (Augusta) Greenslade and Family, George Richardson and Family, Kenrick Deveaux, Kenva Philippe and Family, Superintendent Yvette RolleDavis (Derrence) and family, Gary Hanna (Janette) and family, Miriam Curling and family, Dr. Roger Weir and family, Florence Greenslade and family, Lenora Gardner and family, Robert Sturrup and family, Nelson Sturrup and family, Vincent Sturrup and family; Other relatives and friends: Crystal Strachan and family Annette Rigby and family, Coral Butler and family, Deloris Ferguson and family, Ruth Lightburne and family, Doris Culmer and family, Barbara Dorsette and family, Florence Clarke and family, Jane Thompson and family, Shanva Curry and family, Nurse Sherry Scavella and family, Robert Archer and family, Stoney Duncanson and family, Kathy Davis and family, Dr Agreta Eneas Carey and family, Andrea Eneas and family, Reverend Carl Campbell, Reverend Carla Culmer, Reverend Lester Ferguson and family, Reverend Henry Knowles and family, Reverend Ricardo Burrows and family, Jenny Knowles and Family, Anne Thompson and family, Judy Deveaux and family, Barrett McDonald and family, Catherine Butler and family, Stephanie Hanna and family, Doronell Fernander and Family, Dr. Carter D Womack (Columbus, OH), Maurice King (Dallas, TX) and W Bryce Crump ( Los Angeles, CA).

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 16th January 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 17th January 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

State Recognized Funeral Service for

Rt. Hon. Dr. Franklin Wilberforce Walkine CMG, CB, 73

of Winton Heights, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, 16th January, 2026 at Zion Baptist Church, East and Shirley Streets. Officiating will be Rev. T.G. Morrison, assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road.

Beautiful memories will live on in the hearts of his Son: Zachary Walkine; Grandchildren: Warren & Rockefeller Walkine; Sister: Dethra Walkine; Partner: Esther Cartwright; Adopted Daughter: Paris Cartwright; Extended Family: Dr. Ronald & Gwen Knowles, Sir Michael & Lady Camille Barnett, H. Campbell & Sharon Cleare, Dr. Merceline Dahl-Regis, Hon. Frederick Mitchell, Marvin & Zelia Bethell, Anthony Braynen, Gigi Davis, Jayson & Charissa Sweeting, Elma Campbell, Georgette Dahl Demina Cartwright, Deanthea’ Cartwright and Kymani Cartwright; Cousins: Betty Major, Jason & Kmchell Dodge, Ashward & Deveral Ferguson, Nathaniel & Valrie Dean, Garland & Audrey Dean, Philip & Lithera Coakley, Irma Thompson, Dr. Kendal & Monique Major and Dr. Sparkman

Ferguson; Other Relatives and Friends include: Bruce & Linda La`fleur, Ernie & Marilyn Cambridge, Rt. Hon. Philip & Ann Marie Davis, Hon. Dr. Hubert & Patrica Minnis, Rt. Hon. Hubert & Delores Ingraham, Hon. Perry & Bernadette Christie, Dr. Robin & Carolyn Roberts, Dr. Barrett McCartney and the McCartney Family, Dr. Duane Sands, Carly Lashly, Walter & Betty Wells, Eustan & Mary Forbes, Dr. Nikkiah Forbes, Christopher Chea, Allan Sweeting, Dr. Caroline & Michael Garroway, Glen Archer, Stephen Davis, Portia Nottage, Capt. Fernley Palmer, Eunice Forbes & Family, Deborah Henfield, Leslie Miller, Craig Flowers, Linda Myers, Dorothy Horton, Elva Walkine & Family, Vivian & Roy Dean, Cynthia Gibbs, Elizabeth Bannister, The Walkine Family, The Dean Family, The Moss Family, Betty Cox, Bishop Dr. Glen Beneby, Michael Williams, Stuart Bowe, Franklin Kemp, Sandy Sands, Rev. Terrance & Royann Morrison, Dr. Sharmaine Gray-Stuart, Colleen Nottage, Danley Charles, The Rev. Dr. & Rt. Hon. James Moultrie, Timothy Thompson, Willamae Gibson & Family, Bobby Farrington, Suzette Diah, Dr. Mark Weech, Dr. Dane Bowe, Warren Grant, The Burns Family, The Evans Family, Staff of Air Ambulance Services Ltd., Staff of Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Leadership and Members Zion Baptist Church, Crooked Island and Acklins Family, Synturions Golf Club and his Golfing Associates; and numerous other relatives and friends; Special thanks to: Rt. Hon. Philip Davis, Hon. Frederick Mitchell, Rev. T. G. Morrison, Dr. Duane Sands, Dr. Barrett McCartney, Dr. Robin Roberts, Dr. Sergio Kerr, Dr. Beveraton Moxey, Dr. Jahzreel Thompson, Dr. Patrick Cargill, Dr. Valron Grimes, Doctors Hospital ICU Team, Danley Charles, Warren Grant, De-Alton Deveaux, Kenji Mackey, Ricardo Curtis, Air Ambulance EMTS and Angels Elite Nursing Services.

May His Soul Rest in Peace!

Rt. Hon. Dr. Franklin Walkine will lie-in-state on Thursday (TODAY) January 15th, 2026 at The House of Assembly, Parliament Square from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

THERE WILL BE NO VIEWING AT THE CHURCH.

Funeral Services for

Augusta Wallace née Minnis, 94

of Church Hill Avenue, will be held at 2:45 p.m. on Saturday 17th January, 2026 at St. Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou Hill Road. Officiating will be the Rt. Rev. Laish Z, Boyd Sr., Venerable Archdeacon Keith N. Cartwright, Rev. Fr. Peter L. Ferguson, Rev. Fr. Howard L.L. Bethel and Rev. Deacon Lamar M. Nottage assisted by other members of the clergy. Interment will follow in the Catholic Cemetery, Infant View Road.

Augusta is preceded in death by her husband: Willard; Mother: Thyzel; children: Michael, Gary, and Patrick.

Left to cherish her fond memories are her Children: Barbara (Gerald), Vincent (Tietchka), Derek, Deborah, Donna, Stephen, Patrice (Brian), Willard (Maria), Monique (Cedric), Jermaine; Grandchildren: Gerrard (Shaundra), Elaine (Trevor), Symone, Monique (Lenroy), Brian Sr. (Carla), Inga (Tino), Micheal, Daniel (Rayne), Aleksandr, Arianna, Khilian, Cydnay, Tyshon, Natasha (Kalil), Paul (Nora), Patrick Jr., Christopher, Tyrone, Temiko, Kristelle (Deceased), Denrich Jr., Ryan (Shakenna), Kyle (Tiara), Remonica, Kareem, Brian Jr.(Laurinell), Nicholas, Mia, Willow, Liam, Cedric II, Cydney, Kiayna; Great Grandchildren: Garreth, Gideon, Eliana, Tre’Mia, Tyanne-Joy, Trevor Jr., Ashly, Aden, Brian Jr., Byson, Milan, Luther Jr., Itia, Michael Jr, Zakai, Tyrell, Helen, Emilee, Sasha, Grace, Delexis, Kaliyah, Kailand, Kyleigh, Raven, Ryan II, Ramaya, Annaleigh, Shiloh, Ta’Novia; Great Great Grand daughter: Arianna; Daughters-in-law: Glenda and Margaret; Adopted Brother: Martin Smith; Cousins: Alonza Humes and family, Elizabeth Roker and family, Deirdre Roker-Eirejie and family, Donald Woodside, Portia James, David and Carl Pratt as well as the Miami, Florida Family and Friends, Brent and Brenda Saunders and family; Other Family and Friends Including: The Marshall Family, Patricia Carey and family, Almiria Pinder and family, The Sawyer Family, The Webb Family, The Seymour Family, The Knowles Family, Maria Perpall, Brent and Brenda Saunders and family, Elsemae Cleare and family, Josphine Livingstone, Rosemarie Thompson, Pat Burrows and family, Ruth Robinson and family, Constance Bethel and Family, Gina Bastian, Family of the late Leroy Knowles, Andrea Smith and Teaker Fraser, Julia Burnside, Robert and Linda Bartlett and family, the Blyden Family, Qula Bain and family, The Family of the late Cythnia Duvalier, Bishop Laish Boyd and Family, Archdeacon Keith Cartwright, Dean Patrick and Astrid Adderley, Fr. Enrique McCartney and family, Monsignor Alfred Culmer, the vestry and members of St. Christopher’s Anglican Parish, the St. Agnes Anglican Church family, the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Family, Rev. & Mrs. Phillip Stubbs, St Michael’s Methodist Church family, Harkness Foundation, Clarkston First Baptist Church, the Parish Church of the Most Holy Trinity, Dr. Marlene Sawyer and the staff of Island Dental Centre, Spencer Stokes, Annette Guilbeault, Sara Bethel and family. Dr. Agreta EneasCarey. Dr. Sasha Dorsett; God Children: Lolita Forde, Ingrid Rose, Fr. Peter Ferguson; Caregivers: Rose Williamson, Janett Smith, Iota Bailey.

Please forgive any oversight if you or your family’s name was omitted. Augusta had so many dear friends that it is possible we made some errors. Please know

that she loved each of you unconditionally. We thank you for your prayerful support during this time.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 16th January 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

THERE WILL BE NO VIEWING AT THE CHURCH!

Jamian Otis Carey, 46

of Royal Palm Drive, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday (TODAY) 15th January, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Boyd Road. Officiating will be Monsignor Alfred Culmer assisted by other members of the clergy. Cremation will follow.

Left to cherish Jamian precious memories are his Loving Wife of 21 years: Anastasia Carey; Daughter: Kaytavia Forbes; Mother: Pearline Darling; Mother-in-law: Angela Neely; Fatherin-law: Byron (Thelma) Bain; Sisters: Tanya Munnings, Denice Allen, Ericka Rolle, Donna Carey-Hepburn, Susan and Barbara Carey, Katerine Carroll, Lateasha Lowe, Sharon Morley; Sisters-in-law: Margaret Reckley and Amanda Johnson; Brothers: Darren Carey, Robert and Carlos Reckley, Charles, Micheal, Ricardo, Leo Jr., Derrick Carey; Brothers-in-law: Mickey Munnings, Hesley Rolle, Benjamin Hepburn, Aaron Neely, Adam Johnson, Jamaal (Cameal), Javerick (Saskia Doms) and Javise (Sabrina) Bain; Aunts: Paulamae, Angela and Norma Johnson, Rosemary Knowles, Althea King, Shelly Stubbs, Monica, Sister Jactina Neely, Florence Beckford, Monique Burrows, Pauline Cartwright, Valencia, Marie & Denice Bain; Uncles: Ezekial and Samuel Johnson, Samuel and Wayde Bain, Michael Neely, Keith Beckford, Emery Cartwright, Nigel Burrows, Arnold Neely; Nieces: Phillippa, Alun and Carlecia Reckley, Cecelia Forde, Mikell Clarke, Earyel Bowleg, Shawntea Smith, Tess, Abigail, Liv and Naomi Bain, Jasmine Darville, Jada and Dana Hepburn; Nephews: Michael Clarke, Nicholas Smith and Isaiah Bain; Numerous grand nieces, grand nephews, cousins: The descendants of the late Leo Carey I. Samual & Leona Blossom Johnson I., Alphus and Murilyn Neely, Charles and Pearl Bain; A host of other relatives including: Otis & Lisa Gibson, Mary, Adora, Merlane and The Cole Family, Monsignor Alfred Culmer, Deacon Peter and Paula Jones, The Sisters of St. Martin’s Monastery, The St. Joseph’s Parish Family, St. Joseph’s Mens’ Ministry, The Knights of Columbus Council 10415, Monsignor Roberts and The Koinonia Family especially The 49ers, The Archdiocese Marriage Renewal Group and other close relatives and friends.

May His Soul Rest in Peace!

Funeral Services for

Rico Edsel Simms, 86

of Sunset Ridge, San Souci and formerly of Simms, Long Island will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, 20th January, 2026 at Grants Town Wesley Methodist Church, Baillou Hill Road. Officiating will be Rev. Ricardo C. Burrows, Associate Pastor assisted by Sis. Katherine Rose. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road. Rico is preceded in death by his son: Arnoldi Simms.

Left to cherish his memories are his, Wife: Louise Simms; Daughters: Sharon SimmsSimmons, Karen Simms and Mavis Moss; Sons: Ian and Pablo Simms; Daughters-in-law: April Dean-Simms and Erica Simms; Son-in-law: Terrance Moss; Grandchildren: Damien Simms, Darien (Erenee) Nixon, Devin (Emily) Simmons, D’Andrea (Carlo) Ramsey, Acacia Simms, Valencia ‘Kitty’ Dean-Simms, Christian, Khari, Erin, Zian and Judah Simms, Tahj, Tamia, Taraj and Trey Moss, Harlysa and Pablo Simms Jr.; Great Grandchildren: Skye and Ayden Simms, Athena Glynatsis, Kendrick Nixon, Di’Orr and Cael Ramsey, Amery Moss, Ty’Lisa Neely; Sisters: Marina Knowles and Theresa Simms (Arizona); Brothers: Mario Simms (Long Island) and Michael Simms; Uncle: Charles (Vernita) Gray; Nieces: Jewel Knowles, Debbie Belfon-Albury, Stephanie Pratt, Sandra Butler, Michelle, Renee and Shanika Simms, Sonia Brown, Shakena Smith, Tia Prevo, Kim and Kermika Woodside, Kareema Johnson, Makeba (Anton) Russell, Kaydell, Robyn (Jermaine) Lockhart, Raquel (Stephen) Rolle, Lauren, Erin and Annay Woodside; Nephews: Jason Knowles, Deon, Ancel, Geno, Alvaro Adino, Anthony and Antonio Simms, Edsel and Johnny Morton, Enero Maura, Ricardo (Tanya) Smith, Etwood (Allison), Demetrius (Kadian), Shamarco Moxey, Shsvado Charlton and Shavan, Dr. Ian McQuay and Ashton Woodside; Sisters-in-law: Sylvia Simms, Sylvia Smith, Ella Charlton, Clarise Pinder and Sharmaine Woodside; Brothersin-law: Horatio Skeete, Robert Smith, Franklin (Vienna) and Aaron Woodside and Jeffrey Pinder; Other Relatives: Jonathan and Brian Simms, Calvin and Ivan Knowles & family, Gilda Dean & family, Peggy Hall & family, Neville Thompson, Lambert (Bradia) Longley, Lisa (Michael) Fields, Nicholas (Tandra) Longley, Nicole Longley, Rosemarie (Peter) Symonette, Ava (Galen) Saunders, Michelle (Giles Tuco) Mitchell, Anishka Cartwright, Charisse, Patrice & Darrell Thompson, Indirah Burke, Mia Storr, Tammy Lecky, Ladonna Laing-Hudson, Sammie Clarke, Roger & Ivamae Simmons; Friends: Jimmy and Gary Sands (and the entire staff of Jimmy’s Wine & Spirits ), Garet ‘Tiger’ Finlayson, Family of the late Bradley Roberts, Joe Gibson and family, Clinton Clarke and family, Ed Cary and family, Adrian Barton, Cheryl Cash and family, Sabrina Wright, Stephanie Crawley, Rev. Dr. Colin Archer and family, Sans Souci Community, Rev’d Ricardo C. Burrows and the Grants Town Wesley Methodist Church family, Members of East Nassau Rotary Club, Dr. Charles Rahming/ wife, Dr. Ian McQuay and the staff of Liberty Wellness Center,

Caregivers: Elizabeth (Ms. Liz Hubbard), Monique, Ricardo, Helen and Jackie.

May His Soul Rest in Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Monday 19th January 2026 from 12:00 noon. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Tuesday 20th January 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until service time

Alinda Janet Bowe, 56

of Market Street will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday 17th January, 2026 at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Baillou Hill and Wulff Roads. Officiating will be Fr. Scott Brennen assisted by other members of the clergy. Cremation was held.

Left to cherish Alinda’s fond memories are her Sisters: Christine Fernander (Clayton), Cleo, Delarease, and Leana Ingraham (Kingman); Brothers: Ethric (Linamae), Dion, Earnicus and Richard Bowe and Father Chester Burton (Anne); Nieces: Shantor, Kassia, Natalia, Chelsea, Rose, Korynth, Giana, Jada, Skyy and Dionne; Nephews: Jason, Paul Rolle III (PJ), Marco, Hanniel, Ruel, Korath, Kingman Charles (KC), and Dion Jr.; Aunts: Louise Guerier and Adline Larrimore; Sister-in-law: Roselda Bowe; Grand-nieces and nephews: Kayleigh, Jaylen, Treyvon, Paul, Seth, Charles, and Jamear; Godchildren: Ricardo Hamilton and Jasmin Cartwright; Close friends: Mrs. Terryann Hamilton, Ms. Louise Gibson, Miss Michelle Kelly and Christina Brennan; She is also lovingly remembered by her many cousins, including Miriam, Coinette, Kim, Melvern, Michael, Julia, Jackie, Cecile, Caroline, Theophilus, Doda, D’Andra King, Harry J, Tessa King, Malika Pierre, and countless others too numerous to mention; Alinda’s life touched many others, including: Antoinette (caregiver), Commissioner of Police Shanta Knowles, Jeff Birch of Small Hope Bay Resort, Bishop Lindo Wallace and family, Harry King and family, Brenda Ingraham and family, Minerva Butler and family, the Fernander family of San Salvador, Hon. Myles K. LaRoda and family, Senator Hon. Michael Halkitis and family, Bishop Helen McPhee & family, Garnette Sweeting and Family, Randolph Curtis II and family, Inez Brown and family, Hoyte Young and Family, Gayland Williams and family, Deon Higgins and family, Joey and Brenda Turnquest and family, the members and staff of Community Hardware, Cordell King and Family, Margaret Issacs and Family, Sidney Issacs and family, Jamaro and Javaro Pierre, Kendal Issacs II and family, Tamissa Issacs and family, St. Ambrose Church family, the Port Howe Cat Island family, the Arthur’s Town, Cat Island family, Fresh Creek, Andros Community, along with the David and Dorothy Bowe weekly Sunday Diners family.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Funeral Services for

Lehenzor Bain, 68

of Kenilworth Street and formerly of Crooked Island will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 17th January, 2026 at East Street Gospel Chapel, East Street North. Officiating will be Pastor Sterling Moss, assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Old Trail Cemetery, Old Trail Road.

Lehenzor is preceded in death by his sisters: Livey and Judy Henfield.

Left to mourn and celebrate his life are his Wife: Rozena Bullard- Bain; Son: Gershwin Bain; Daughters: Xandrell Bain and Kertorra (Leander) Davis; Grand children: Shaniya and Shanae Davis; Adopted Sons: Godfrey Burrows, Delroy Wright, Andron Hillhouse, Chris McIntosh and Rodney Moss; Sisters: Estranetha Ferguson, Rosemary (Milton) Hanna, Gloria and Beverly Henfield, Shirleen Clarke, Maxine (Samuel Sr.) Robinson, Thelma VanAlstine (Grand Tucks) and Evenaline Henfield; Brothers: Elvis and Francis Russell, Norman and Victor Henfield, Milton (Norleen) Henfield, Lealon (Portia) Henfield, Vernon (Elaine) Henfield, Andrew Henfield and Phillip Russell (deceased); Brother-in-law: Eric Bullard; Sisters-inlaw: Vanria Bullard and Pastor Loreen Russell; Nieces: Breanna, Vado Aleace, Passion, Tamara Henfield, Vanessa (Kenny) Henfield, Candi and Aaliyah Henfield, Kazia and Joyanna Robinson, Asha and Ashley Henfield, Alecia Henfield-Taylor, Vernique Henfield, Tristyana (Jordan) VanAlstine-Smith, Keisha and Natasha Gilbert, Shantana (Deno) Watkins, Loreen (Frederick) Taylor, Lashandawn (Ricardo) Johnson, Sgt. Marcardee Hanna, Sheena Bastian, Elvistine and Shanique Russell, Christa (Randy) Thurston, Tina Sweeting, Phillippa Russell-Armbrister, Phillice Russell-Mackey, Philadenrin Russell, Lauren Russell-Strachan, and Tabitha Russell-Frazer; Nephews: Audley, Audnel and Ahmad Clarke, Navarro, Zhivago, Christian and Joseph Henfield, Nathan, Samuel Jr., Asa and Travis Robinson, Kevin (Carla) Gilbert, Lamont Braynen, and Terrance (Greta) Sweeting; Other Relatives and Friends Including: Felton Williams, Arnold Simmons, Zelma Albury and family, Doraline Johnson and family, Akiel Brown Sr. and family, Sasha Miller- Johnson and family; Medical and Care Team: Annique Burrows and Shatera Prosper, Lucy Cunningham and family, Lloyalty Burrows, Leron Rodgers, Kenilworth Street family, Chef Edwin Johnson and family, Chef Missick, Chef Ingraham, East Street Gospel Chapel family, Minera Jones and family, Avinel Smith and family, Chelsea Stuart and family, Maude Ferguson and family, Marie Gardiner and family.

May His Soul Rest In Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 16th January 2026 from 9:30

a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 17th January 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Sylvia Estella Edgecombe, 86

of Rahmings Court, Fox Hill will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday 17th January, 2026 at St Anslem’s Roman Catholic Church, Bernard Road. Officiating will be Fr. Noel Clarke assisted by other members of the clergy. Interment will follow in St. Anselm’s Church Cemetery, Bernard Road.

Her pilgrimage of eighty-six (86) years will be treasured by her beloved and devoted Daughter: Carroll Edgecombe; Granddaughter: Andrewnique; Great Grandchildren: Shaniya Rahming and Ethan Newbold; Sisters: Renee Neely, Erma and Cathleen Rahming; Aunt: Flora Rahming; Sisters-in-law: Virginia Johnson, Monica Rahming, Harriett Powell, Gladys Edgecombe; Brotherin-law: Anderson Edgecombe; Adopted Daughter: Charmaine Ferguson; Numerous Nieces and Nephews: Joanne and Paula Green, Florinda Francis, Joane Colebrook, Wesley, James, Dale Neely, Paula Sands, Calliope Munroe, Gregory Rahming, Bridgette Neely, McClain, Patricia Musgrove, Santina Rutherford, Guvan Dixon, Rosemarie Emya, Anthon Johnson, Antoinette Edgecombe, Susan, Tony, Owen, Norma, Kym, Kayla, Tammara Neely, Randy, Martin, Sylvester Powell; Numerous Grand nieces and Nephews; Godchildren: Perry Thompson, Audley Ingraham, Karen Dorsette; Other Relatives and Friends: Eva Edgecombe, Lulamae Greaves, Emily Burnside, Barbara Cooper, Gloria Bethel, Christine Beneby, Ambrosine Ingraham, Stacey Neely, Diane and Benry Smith, Joy Smith, Insa Frith, Elanor Smith, Longtime devoted and caring Dr. Nicholas Fox, Brenda Watkins, Michelle Carey, Dr. Reginal and Sarah Carey, Lorrie Demeritte, Anne Woodside, Gigi Strachan, Jennifer Batema (Florida), Michael and Leetea Saunders (Oklahoma), Floyd and Jessie, Children of the late W.B. Russell, The Rahming Family, The Edgecombes, Millicent and the Hanna Family, The Bethels, The Knowles Family, The Beneby Family, The Fergusons, The Armbristers, Father Noel Clarke, St. Anselm’s Church Family, Deacon Ricardo Demeritte, Ladies Auxiliary, The Laboratory Family of Princess Margaret Hospital, The entire Fox Hill Community.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 16th January 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 17th January 2026 from 1:00 p.m. until service time.

Semi Military Funeral Service for

Retired Senior Immigration Officer

Jerome Eugene Hutcheson III, 66

of Chippinghill Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday 17th January, 2026 at Bethel Baptist Church, Meeting Street. Officiating will be Rev. A. Dewitt Hutcheson, Interim Pastor, assisted by Fr. Whitfield Hutcheson, Pastor Melvin Grant and Sr. Deacon Steven Thompson. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

He is preceded in death by his Parents: Jerome Eugene Hutcheson Jr. and Evangelist Marion Maria Sturrup Hutcheson.

His legacy will live on, held close and treasured in the hearts of his Daughters: Vonyia and Shamir Hutcheson; Sons: Jerome Eugene IV, Ramon, Giovanni, Tashmar, and Armon Hutcheson; Grandchildren: Jordan, Jerniece, Skylar, Nylah, Kamilaih, and Jerome Eugene Hutcheson V., Diara Armbrister, Tré Alday, Ethan Sweeting, and Zaire Thompson; Great-Grandson: J’yace-Jassim Gibson, Sisters: Sandra Neville (Dr. Michael), Marceia, Dr. Stephanie, Joan, and Melanie Hutcheson; Brothers: Rev. A. Dewitt (Laurie), Edward (Sherry), and Steven (Dr. Wendy-Ann) Hutcheson; Nieces: Nichelle, Zuri, Zoey, and El’Lucia Hutcheson, Khyla Jones and Michelle Neville-Clarke; Nephews: Dario, Kahlil, Teddy, and Judah Hutcheson and Damian Neville; Grand-Nieces: Alana Clarke, Skylah and Arija Neville; GrandNephews: Aidan Clarke and Degland Neville; Aunts: Jennie Mae Williams, Maude, Bernadette, Garnell, and Michelle Sturrup; Uncle: George Sturrup; Partner: Maria del Carmen Hernandez Acosta; Numerous Cousins: Charlene Butler and the Carey family, Marilyn Russell, Willie, Vincent Jr., Freddie, Wendell, Sharon, Dorothy, and Kenneth Sturrup, Phyllis Richburg, Bradshaw Williams, Anthony “Penny” Knowles, Brenda Russell, Bernadine Thompson, Alice Gilbert, Theresa Moxey, Kendra Burrows, Darren, Kevin, and Earl Sturrup III, Tasma Baptiste, Marvin and Mordell Sturrup, Ella Young, Natesa Rigby, Sonia Sturrup, Lekino Sturrup, Cydnique Newbold, Andrew and Charlie Sturrup, Aretha White, Shantell Casseus, Charmaine Knowles, Basil “Stevie”, Lithera, and Ashton Sturrup, Kemuel Hart, Jerome Taylor, Jr., Monique Mejias, Tonia Sturrup-Russell, Trevor and Dwayne Sturrup, Carlton Jr., Carlin, and Carlia Williams, Lincoya Ferguson, Kenisha Davis, Noel Johnson, Jr., The Right Reverend Gilbert A. Thompson, Assistant Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of The Bahamas and Turks & Caicos Island, Florence Johnson, Martin and Robert Farrington, Lola Johnson, Racquel Blackman, Nelson Farrington, Carla

Ford, Perry, Karen, Martin and Violet Grant, Dr. Francita Thurston, the Drakes family, Maria Ferguson, Jerome “Jerry” Hutcheson, Andrea Pinder, Edward Hutcheson, Janet Hutcheson, Nellie Strachan, Victor Hutcheson, Father Whitfield Hutcheson, Maurice and James Hutcheson; and a host of other relatives and friends.

May His Soul Rest In Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 16th January 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 17th January 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice for Paul Leander Albury I, 75

of Seabreeze Drive, Sea Breeze Estates and formerly of Lower Bouge, Eleuthera, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday 12th January, 2026.

He is survived by his wife: Zelma Albury; daughters: Patrice Ingraham, Sherlyn Albury and Shenique Smith; son: Paul Leander Albury II, Chief Petty Officer (Retired); sons-in-law: John Ingraham and Anton Smith; grandchildren: Jemeco, Lashad, Leander, Leandria, Leanté and Grace; great grandchild: T’ari Albury; sister: Mizpah Edgecombe; brothers: Roland, Glen, Micheal, Thomas and Ronald Albury; and a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For Ena Mae Rolle, 76

a resident of Windsor Street, Monastery Park, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Harts, Exuma, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Salem Union Baptist Church, Taylor Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Reverend Warren Anderson assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will be Mt. Carey Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Fox Hill Road, New Providence.

Ena Mae was predeceased by her beloved son: Owen; parents: Neulon and Carmetta Curry; brothers: Errol and Bernard Curry.

Left to cherish her memories are her sons: Sean E. Corey ‘DJ Counsellor’ (Ashnic) Rolle; grandchildren: Joshua, Zian, Elkaya, Victoria; adopted daughters: Darlene Hollis (Atlanta), Lorinda Allen; sisters: Patricia (Paul) Peterson, Clarice (Barry) Allen; brother: Rev. Flaven Curry; nieces: Philippa Peterson, Paulette Peterson-Turner, Candice Bowe, Stacey Lindsay-Curry, Erica, Elricka and Yoshina Curry; nephews: Patrick Peterson, Terrel Curry (of Atlanta), Bernard J. Curry (NY) Dwayne Curry, Diogenes and Devaughn (Georgette) Virgil; siblings-in-law: Beth Stewart, Josephine Parker, Rhoda Hanna, Elisha ‘Bud’ Rolle, Marina Honeree and family; extended nieces and nephews: Sandy (Connie) Cooper, Ingrid (Gordon) Musgrove, Regieta (Marvin) Minns, Gilda (Kemier) Cooper, Tamita (Valverde) Butler, Ghia Stewart, Gingha (Seamus) Conland, Dr. Olu (Dr. Valron) and Dr. Jide (Dr. Sanya) Tinubu, Quincy (Suzette), Miles (Debra), Dr. Neil (Dr. Sonali) and Kahil Parker, Dr. Kristine (Dr. Duvaughn) Curling, Rawiya Rahming, Aquil, Kwame, and Khalid

(Alexis) Hanna, Brendan (Rose), Karl and Kijika Rolle-Rowen; grandnieces: Shanice, Deonte, D’Myah, D’vanya, Destinee, Angelica, Rashanti, Brielle; grandnephews: Lemuel (LJ), Garon, Gary, Joel, Carlos, Chaino, Coby, Amani Ashton, Keno, Ashton and Aaden; first cousins: Alvin, Reginald (Ruthie), Charles (Pauline) Smith, Elsiemae Smith and family, Vanria Gibson, Rufus (Irene) Curry, Essimae Curry-McIntosh, Michael (Janice) Curry, Judy Lunn, Sharon Gibson, Arimenta Curry, Rosemae, Irene, Williamae Williams, Renee (Ivan) Bridgewater, Anthony (Ruby), Edward and Sammy Williams, Annie-Ruth and Carolyn Armbrister, Sarah Bain, Joseph Armbrister, Floyd (Yvonne), Kent (Monique), Reckley (Michelle), Cornell (Nairovil) Armbrister, Agnes, Shelia, Rosie Miller, Charles Lloyd, Betty-Ann and Benjamin Davis, Joycelyn, Francella and Edward Armbrister, Pearlimae Hicks, Judy Cartwright, Roland Armbrister, Charity (Jeffrey) McKenzie, Carmen Missick, Jacqueline, Donald and Livingstone Armbrister, Annette Tolbert, Bonita, Kim and Haywood Armbrister; other cousins: Families of the late Ira, Harry, Zacchaeus, Frederick, Cedric and Stanford Curry including Sally, Joyclyn, Pauline, Sonia, Debra, Roselyn, Susanna and Matthew Curry, Sherman and Claudia Armbrister, Elmaria Williams (of Freeport); extended family: Mrs. Shirley Allen, Pastor Anthony and Jessica Sanders of Hallandale, Florida, Rev. Edris Bowe, Margaret Campbell and family, Shirley Armbrister, Mavis Bain, Joseph and Emily Glass, Christine Rolle, Margaret and Adam Brown, Sammy and Jere Cumberbatch, Vincanna Gaffney and family, Dianne Davis, Yvonne Stuart, the Golden Birthday Girls, Brenda Vanderpool and family, Dr. Juana Rodgers and family, Her Detroit family including Sheila; Godchildren: Vern Miller, John Saunders, Kirk Miller; caregivers: Samantha ‘Julie’ Morgan, Annakay, Lorraine and Karlene; other relatives and friends: Mary Davis and family, Lillian Rolle and family, Rochelle CareyCooper, Past Commodores Davy Rolle and Roderick Bowe, The Royal Bahamas Defense Force family including Anthony Allens, Rev. Warren Anderson and family, Mr. & Mrs. Archer of Abaco, The Mt. Carey family, Rev. Huter Rolle and family, Salem Union Baptist family, Helen Ferguson, Daisy, The Bahamas Faith Ministries Family, Dr. Rev. Sabrina Pinder, Neighbors of South Beach, Monastery Park and a host of relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Cedar Crest Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Robinson and Baillou Hill Roads, New Providence on Friday 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For Cheryl Bodie, 67

a resident of Black Point, South Andros, Bahamas and formerly of Little Creek, South Andros will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Grants Town Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Wellington Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Wilson Isnord assisted by Pastor Waylon Johnson. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providemce.

Cheryl was predeceased by her parents: Hezekiah and Florance Johnson; sisters: Victoria Lawrence and Michelle Johnson; brothers: Melbourne, Frederick Joseph, Hezekiah and Malachi Johnson and Jacob Knowles.

She is will always be cherished and remembered by her loving son: Aviel; granddaughter: Ariel; sisters: Margaret Johnson-McKenzie, Ethoyl Johnson-Klien, Dorcas Johnson, Elsie Johnson, Clara Rahming, Marinetta Pinder, Orlean (Timothy) Smith, Bunita Sands, Ollymae Knowles, Evelyna Musgrove, Barbara McCartney, Millicent Clarke; brothers: Levern (Dorothy), Allen, Jeffery, Christopher, Michael and Harry (Ailene) Johnson and Derrington Rahming; special friend: Lisa Bain; godchild: Glendina Dorsette; aunt: Teresa Johnson; numerous nieces and nephews including: Aramina, Phillips, Jonathan, Samuel, Denise Smith, (Trevor), Jasmine, Darnell, Roberts (Romeo) Linda Munroe, (Brian), Lavardis, Coretta, Lavern Jr., Lynette, Lashay, Lynden, Lamond, Carolyn, Salvaghno, Deon, Devon, Pastor, Waylon Johnson, Vijay, Harry Jr., Cornell, Savanna, Anthony, Alfreda, Shawn, Akero, Lavan, Allando, Shandein, Allana, Aljenae, Aaron, Jeffery Jr., Deon, Deshanae, Jessica, Michael jr., Angelica, Miquel, Ronaldo, Michael, Baldwin, Rebecca, Isaac, Franklin, Patrice, Tamiko,

Ricardo, Romano, Terese, Elvano, Tiffany, Ricardo, Bernard Jr., Dameka, Bernice, Demriss and Craig Johnson, Golda JohnsonBurrows, Wilton, Donovan and Asheeka Lawrence, Venessa Wildgoose, Poneisha and Altheo Kelly, Shanera Brown, Bianca Sands, Marsai Pratt, Jamiko Roxbury, Sharelle Mckinney, Kenrick, Dernenitte Karess, Pergord, Bridgette Forbes, Shannon Brown, Angelica Adderley, Anarose Reckley, Earthmae McKenzie, Pamela and Leon Joseph, Miquel Collie, Daniel Carey, Shelia Davis, Andrea Thompson, Kyla Pollard Floyd, Elisha Rahming, Dwanye Sion-Sion, Sharonette Cooper, Joan Mills, Robert Pinder Jr., Rodney, Kevin Pinder, Charlene Major, Dianna Davis, Anthony, Coral and Leroy Clarke, Myran Owen, Terryll, Dawn, Anika, Glenricka, Glenrick, Jovanya Sands, Edwin (Andria), Michael Musgrove, Keith (Elane), Anthony, Clarise, Derrington II (Anisha), Garvin, Devaughn Rahming, Garnell (Kendall) Ritchie, Sidney (Albury) McCartney, Arielle Frazer, Mark McCartney II; numerous grand and great grandnieces and nephews, other relatives and friends including: Dellarece Carey and Family, Lillian Mckenzie and Family, Rev. Frankie Scott and Family, Eula Nixon and Family, Steven Rolle and Family, Sherwin Bevans and Family, Jessie Dorsette and Family, Andrea Bain and Family, Roberta and Family, Wilton Lawrence and Family, Delrose Thompson and Family, Andra Major and Family, Norward Rahming and Family, Nurse Naldamae Rahming, The Miriam Green Community and Clinic Staff, Rev. Ena Sands and Family, The Children and Descendants of the late Miriam Sands, George Johnson, Joseph Johnson, Lawrence Johnson, Amos Johnson, Christina Burrows, Rosetta Taylor, Julian Taylor, Eulean Kemp, Jessie Rolle and Family, Nadian Sands, May Zonicle and Family, Gladstone Bodie and Family, Kimmy Bodie and Family, George Bodie and Family, Terry Bodie and Family, Kisha Joffer and Family, Members of B&C Police Squad #1984, Police Officers of The Eleuthera District, Pastor and members of Macedonia SDA Church, Pastor and members of the Grants Town SDA Church, the entire South Andros Community and a host of family and friends too numerous to mention.

We the family apologize for any names that have been omitted. We assure you it was not intentional. We thank each and every person who has assisted Cheryl during her journey on this earth. May her soul rest in Peace and Rise in Glory.

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 on Saturday from 12:00 noon until service time.

Funeral Service For Jermaine Lollie Davis, 52

a resident of #9 Jumbay Drive, Golden Gates I, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Hillview Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Tonique Williams-Darling Highway. Officiating will be Pastor Leonardo Rahming. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving mother: Pauline Davis; brother: Dale (Lana) Davis II; niece: Demya Davis; nephew: Dale Davis III; aunts: Paulette Bowe, Brenda Ingraham, Barbara Smith, Gloria Sweeting, Madlin Oliver, Wendy Kemp, Paulette Davis, Ingrid (Darryl) Bartlett, Carolyn Major, Isadora Thompson, Margaret (Don) Russell, Audrey Dean, Bernadette Cartwright, Elizabeth (Paul) Barnett, Harriet Davis, Tanya Davis, Elvira Davis; uncles: Eldridge Davis, Larry Davis, Ancilleno Davis, Alan Major, Dawson (Carolyn) Major, Ricardo Majo, Yuel Major, Don Russell, Darryl Bartlett, Paul Barnett; cousins including: Yvette (David) Barr, Emeral Ellis, Elaine (Demian) Brice, Newton Bowe, Kelly (David) Knowles, Gaylord (Gina) Ingraham, Kingman (Lena) Ingraham, Tracey, Richard Smith, Monique (Kendal) Major, Barry Davis, Eldridge II Davis, Perry Davis, Deborah Davis, Mark Davis, Alan Sweeting, Suzette Sweeting, Jayson (Charissa) Sweeting, Tamara (Kaymark) Lightbourne, Nicholasena Davis, Jamieson Davis, Anzelleno Davis, Ancilleno Davis, Keno, Bovan, Denise, Louie, Marichel (Dexter), Jillian, Julia, Yonwonka, Seronte, Lamar Davis, Lauren Davis, Katherine, Larry Davis Jr., Darryn Davis; Sally Thompson, Grace McIntosh, Jeffrey Thompson, Anthony (Kim) Thompson, Edwin (Melonie) Thompson, Kesna Strachan, Marco Major, Danielle, Rajiv, Christopher, Dena, Davina, David, Danielle, Jayden, Nathaniel, Kingman Charles II, Simone, George II, Ruben, Italia, Kyalia, Elishinique, Tatyana, Joel, Alea, Alaina, Alexis, Alex, Dion, Justyn, Joshua, Jonathan, Camero, Kasey,

Naya, Jaime, Terrance, Marckel, Travan, Gia, Glen, Princess, Mark, Rarraco, Noah, Dario, Cassius, George, Ke’Ante, Crystal, Marco Jr., Madison, Daisha, Genesis, Demian II, Newton Jr. and Shamara; other relatives and friends: Pastor Leonardo Rahming, The Elders and Members of Hillview SDA Church, Bobby Turner, Lamont Strachan, Florabell Walker, Rosetta Robinson, Judy Wilson, Tamari Fisher, Anthony Reid, Dr. Ilsa Grant and the Renal House staff, The Golden Gates Community and a host of 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 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday from12:00 noon until service time.

Death Notice For

Angela Mable

Munroe Cyrille, 71

a resident of McKinney Drive off Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Duncan Town, Ragged Island, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

She is survived by her husband: Pastor Osmane Cyrille; sons: Levitte and Laron (Ashli) Lockhart; adopted son: Hensel Rolle; daughter: Tamarah (Sioney) Williams; adopted daughters: Linda Sweeting, Evelyn Cyrille; 18 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, daughterin-law: Monique Balfour; sons-in-law: Christopher Moncur, Olrick Sweeting; brothers: Bertie Munroe; sisters: Cyprianna Munnings, Orion Munroe, Pastor Joyce Lewis, Rosetta Rolle; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For Reverend Pastor Emeritus

Cedric Leo Jones, 89

a resident of United Estates, San Salvador, Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Calvary Temple, AOG, Clive Avenue, Freeport Grand Bahama, Bahamas. Officiating will be Bishop Sobig Kemp assisted by Rev. Paul Mullings. Interment will be Grand Bahama Memorial Park.

Cherished memories will forever linger in the hearts of his wife of 58 years: Eva Inez Williams-Jones; sons: George and Reginald Jones; daughters: Leilamae Adams, Carolyn Bethel, Vernae Boderck, Christine Dean, Geneva and Paulette Jones, Pandora Brown; adopted daughters: Esther Baptiste, Elvise Davis, Coleen Polhamus, Dr. E. Denise Mader; sons-in-law: Pastor Stephen Brown, Vanduke Bethel; grandchildren: Bishop Conrad (Lonette) Jones, Zchavigo, Renaldo, Shakarra Jones, Calentina Francis, Vanlyn Bethel, Gregory (Thalia) Hunt, Garvin (Eden) Hunt, Garret (Desiree) Hunt, Winnae Hunt, Ricardo (Charmaine) Walker Sr., Larissa (Stefan) Jackson, Darren (Alonda) Storr, Stephen Brown Jr., Nickolett, Jason, Mario, Charvago Jones, Dwight Walker Sr., Christopher Dean, Donavon Fernander, Anthonique (Jerome) Swain, Antonia (Hayden) Resias, Brianna Boyd, Michelle and Bariyah Muhammad; adopted grandchildren: Erica Maycock, Vanlyn and Williard Baptiste, Terrika and Terriah Daxson, Kevon Polhamus, Daverelle and Dave Major, Latoya Butler, Latia Lee Davis; great grandchildren: Stephon Rolle, Syed Jolly, Clemeka, Zchavajanae, Zariah, Zaniah, Makayla Burrows, Shiloh, Alex, Noah, and Lilly Hunt, Ricardo Jr. and Gehm Walker, Alshanay Bean, Ge’Ah Smith, Dariyn Menard, Valentino Bain, Lamont and Stefany Jackson, Zhy’Myhlee Napier, Caleb and Dwight Walker Jr. Amor and Amir Storr, Almonte Mobley, Jaden, Jalin, Jayilah, Janeya, Janiyah and Jayda Jonbes, Carlos and Cardo Forbes, Vanya and Vara Smith, Mahjestic Williams, Tristan Jones, Amari Buchanan, Jerome Swain Jr., Hayden

Resias Jr.; adopted great grandchildren: Desserio Walker Jr., Desirae Walker, Azaire Gay, Vandrika Butler, Arthur, Vandyke Butler, Shandaro, Vantiko, Deneika, Dominica, Jervannie Albury, Makilah Major, Damien Maycock Jr.; daughters-in-law: Evangelist Tharecita and Melody Jones; sister: Joycelyn Hanna; brothers: Roland Mitchell, Peter McPhee; sisters-in-law: Rose McPhee, Gloria Mitchell, Ruby Davis, Elean, Stephanie and Lorine Williams, Bridgette Bastian, Irish Fernander; step brother: Robert Lightfoot; step sister: Selvina King; brothersin-law: Desmond (Sheila) Davis, Lemond Williams, Clifford (Audrey) Fernander Sr.; nephews and nieces: David (Michelle) Hanna, Marco and Antonio Hanna, Marcia (Ricardo) Saunders, Sandy Mitchell, Nioka Owens, Evans and Keith McPhee, Andrea Strachan, Toniqua (Ed) Thompson, Erica (Chris) Brown, D’Shan Price, Denise Ferguson, Clifford Jr., Karen, Patrice, Arisa, Yvette, Bruno Fernander; other relatives and friends: Hon. Philip Edward “Brave” Davis and Family, Mildred Darden (Reg’s mother-in-law), Pastor Mark Ferguson Family, Walden “Fred” Davis and Family, Uleane Bastian and Family, Monalisa Cartwright and Family, Ingrid McKenzie and Family, Shantell McKenzie and Family, Maxine Smith and Family, Velma Davis Stuart and family, Thereas (Terell) Butler and Family, Rochelle Walker, Rhonda Lowe and Family, Suezette Richie and Family, Stacie Basden and Family, Elsa Neely, Stafford, Cora, the entire Clarke family, Paulette, Mary, Brendalee, Kenny, Charlie and the entire Jones family, Clifton Storr and family, Mrs. Pamela Storr and family, Gary (Ena) Pinder and Family, Deacon Gregory Taylor, Ms. Matilda Williams and family, Mrs. Carriemae Hunt and family, Rosemary Hunt and Family, Isaiah and the entire Lightfoot Family, Floretta Williams and Family, Wendy Storr and Family, Drucilla Malcolm and Family, Erica Knowles, the Mother’s Club, Francis Hepburn and Family, Betty Poitier and Family, Bishop Adline Jones and Family, Dr. Anniska Knowles and family, Pastors/members of the San Salvador Churches, Pastor Nathaniel Walker and family, Pastor Jonathan Knowles and Family, Pastor Allan Fernander and Family, Pastor Agnes Jones and Family, Pastor Dennis Sandles and Family, Pastor Gary Hanna and Family, Pastor Ivy Butler and Family, The San Salvador Community and a host of relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Yager Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Queens Highway, Freeport Grand Bahama on Friday 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For Deacon Othland

Anthony Strachan, 70

a resident of #162 Knotts Boulevard, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Rolle Town, Exuma,Bahamas will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Jubilee Cathedral, Cathedral Boulevard, Freeport Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Bishop Godfrey Williams, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Cremation will follow.

Othland was predeceased by his parents: George and Leah Strachan; sisters: Rosalind Morley, Elva Strachan and Rev. Ismae Davis.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years: Elder Dr. Cheryl Colleen Strachan; siblings and their families: Godfrey and Sheila Strachan, Wilton and Marion Strachan, Lincoln (Heather) Strachan, Edsel and Arlene Strachan, Pastor A. Alan and Ruby (Ginger) Strachan, Ms. Marva Knowles, Zilpha (Freda) and Randy Musgrove, Japheth and Lillian Strachan, Willard Strachan, Eric (Idell) Strachan, Norma (Marvin) Major, Heather “Hedda” Armbrister; In-laws and their families: Tammy and Julian Butler, Jan and Rickardo Miller, Carl and Daphne Adderley, Laura Smith and family, The Entire Gwendolyn and Vincent Thompson Family, the entire Garth and Mary Wells Family, Sydney (Keva) Adderley and Family, the entire Willis Hart Family, the entire Garth (Mary) Wells Family and a host of relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Yager Funeral Home and Crematorium Ltd., Queens Highway, Freeport Grand Bahama on Friday 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notices For

Neil Nicholas Major, 51

a resident of #79 Australia Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, Bahamas, died at Doctors Hospital on Sunday, January 11, 2026.

He is survived by his son: Benjamin Major; father: Esper Wilbur Major; mother: Linda Major; brothers: Michael Joseph, Edward and Henry Major; sister: Dianne Major-Okpuno; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Zeldreda Remilda Lockhart, 84

a resident of #8 Casurina Lane, Sea Breeze Estates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Pure Gold, Andros, Bahamas, died at The Doctors Hospital on Thursday, January 8, 2026.

She is survived by her husband: Lorenzo Lockhart; sons: Kevin Lockhart; daughter: Mika Lockhart; 2 grandchildren: Jasmine and Keva Lockhart; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Funeral Service For Michael Andrew Thompson, 65

Bethsheba Rahming, 72

a resident of #11 Abaco Drive, Hawksbill, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, 18th January, 2026 at Shiloh Seventh Day Adventist Church, Torcrose Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Henry Moncur. Interment will follow at The Grand Bahama Memorial Park#2.

Left to cherish fond memories are her daughter: Lashan Delancy; sons: Lance (deceased), Keith & Reginald ‘Bradley’ Delancy; daughter-in-law: Ann-Jean Delancy; granddaughters: Elexis & Rechelle Delancy, Kendisha Ingraham; grandsons: Lance Jr., Keith Jr., Keshon, Keon, Reginald Jr. & Reshaad Delancy; great grandchildren: Maria Delancy & Mia Wilson; aunt: Maneka-Bell Canter; sisters: Rosemary Thompson & Prescilla Williams (deceased); brothers: Thaddeous ‘Teddy’ & Oswald ‘Elijah’ (deceased) Rahming; sister-in-law: Carmen Rahming; brother-in-law: Bernard Thompson & Evan Williams; nieces: Sheila (Al) Secgin, Prenisha & Nicola Rahming, Aisha (Dario) Roberts, Tamara Clarke, Valeria ‘Renee’ Wright (deceased), Andrea (Steve) Thompson, Brenda Fowler, Carolyn Johnson, Tasha (Derick) Lightbourne, Erma, Dolly, Kanell & Kenny Gardiner, Golden Thompson; nephews: Elijah ’Junior’, Kevin, Bob, Floyd, Joe(Moe), Brian, Leon, Jim (deceased) Rahming, Trevon & Evan ‘E.J’ Williams, Mickey Gardiner and Bernard Thompson Jr. (deceased); numerous grand-nieces including: Tanesha, D’Aisha, Derisha, Yasmin, Shannoya, Erica, Stevonya, Miracle, Mya, Morecka, Akeeyah, Treasure, Britney, Ajahnay, Keva, Kyadijah, Ajahnay, Jojo, Felisha and Whitney; numerous grand-nephews including: Kelson, London, Steven Jr., Elvis, Stephon, Marley, Samuel, Edward, Israel, Floyd Jr. (Britney), Justin, Brandon, Lawrence and Denatash; god-child: Harry Grant; also left to cherish fond memories are numerous cousins and a host of relatives and friends including: Alfred and Sandra, Ezra and Shalean, Roy, Rio, Hervin, Sidney, Ella, Ricky, Sean, Shannon, Floyd, Claudius, Jimmy, Taney, Gina, Tony, Nelo, Keanya, Stacy, Oz, Quincy, Sandra, Cleome, Marina “Nera”, Dimple, Clara, Izadora, Coral, Anna, Margo, Debby and Nurse Demeritte, and many others too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Yager Funeral Home & Crematorium, Queens Highway, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m. and at the church on Sunday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

of #22 Kiki Street, Farrington Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 17th, 2026, 10:00am at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Farrington Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev. T. G. Morrison assisted by Rev. Rev. Anthony Lightbourne. Interment will follow in the Western Cemetery, Nassau Street, New Providence.

Michael Andrew Thompson, beloved son and father, was preceded in death by his father: James Thompson; son: Matthew Thompson; brothers: Bruce and Leslie Thompson.

He is survived by his loving mother: Myrtle Thompson; children: Maraisha Lanaye and Mark Andrew Thompson; siblings and their spouses: Della Duncan, Christa, Dwight (Pam) and Judith Thompson; nieces: Zoya (Leslie), Christa-Raye (Christa), Jasmin (Bruce), Deanne and Ashley (Dwight); nephews: Leslie and Lavardo (Leslie), Baron and Brandon (Bruce); grand nieces: Keyanna (Deanne), Sinovia (Ashley); grand nephews: Bravano (Baron), Brandon and Deandre (Deanne), Sebastian (Ashley); aunts: Christine (Brazil) McDonald, Ruth (Robert) Lightbourne, Lorraine Joseph, Catherine (Adam) Mackey, Avis and Sharon Thompson; uncles: Howard, Eldridge (Mavis) and Ricardo (Hazel) Thompson; numerous cousins: Errington (Phyllis) Thompson, Marlene Barton, Ann Pinder, Chizelle Whymms, Dr. Nina Thompson, Dr. Melony Thompson, Kayla Johnson, Terry Olgreen, Julie Swaby, Kevin, Kenney and Keith Thompson, Therese Bonamy, Cynthia Lightbourne, Ivan Thompson, Gina Curry, Lisa and Christine Thompson, Carol Bodie, Rhonda Wright, Ryan, Robert and Robin Lightbourne, Athena Russell and Rickeith Thompson, Terrance Arnette and Niki Arnette-Saunders, Janet Bain and family, Cleora Pratt and family, Ellerston (Daphne) Smith, Harry Rolle and family, Carl (Una) Kemp, Helen Rolle and family, Earley (Gladstone) Adderley, Carletha, Mae Bethel and family, Arlene Nichols, Glenroy Rolle and family, Norma Johnson; special relatives and friends: Holly and Blair Darville, Winnifred Lockhart and family, Sharlene Thompson-King, Rev. Terence G. Morrison & family, Willamae Cunningham, Apostles Henry and Ann Higgins, Martin Fox, Ricardo Knowles, Glendia Hepburn-Alexis, Beryl Bain and family, Isabella and Brenda Thompson, Deacon Arthur & Inez Peet and family, Gloria & April Sawyer, Olayinka Addo, M/M Quinton Laroda, Helen Foulkes, Donnalisa Dorsett, Margie McKinney, Maude Lockhart, Lolita Rolle, Elva Storr, Adria Taylor, Teresa Bain, Deacon Wellington King, Helena Rolle, Bishop Winford Thompson, Mirissa Mason-Smith, Dr. Dwayne Brayboy, Dr. Brenda Hawkins, Dr. Kesha Gibson, Dr. D. Gibson, the Kiki Street family (Mrs. Evans, Yvette, Debra, Ingrid, Sheena, Gillian, Brynda, Manuela, Bullard), members of Mount Moriah Baptist Church family, members of the South Andros Family Reunion group, C C Sweeting Senior High School class of 1977 and a host of other relatives and friends.

The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors, 7th Terrace Collins Avenue, New Providence on Friday, January 15th, 2026 from 12:00noon - 5:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 9:00am until service time.

Funeral Service For

Mother Ruthmae Rolle, 78

of Nelson Street, Yellow Elder Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 2:00pm at United Faith Ministries International, Fire Trail Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Apostle Phalmon Ferguson assisted by Bishop Robert McPhee, Bishop Buford Curtis and Pastor Delwin Maycock. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.

Ruthmae was predeceased by her husband: Cleveland Rolle; parents: Errol Ferguson Sr. and Enid Ferguson; brothers: Eddison Brice, Retired Chief Immigration Officer Errol Ferguson Jr., Philip Barry Ferguson; sister: Yvonne Ferguson-Parrish.

Left to cherish her memories are her beloved son: McKaiser Ferguson; daughter-in-law: Tara Ferguson; granddaughter: Gabriel Ferguson; godchildren: Robyn Rolle, Wanterro and Min. Wayne Miller, Brannita Bowles, Bethany Williams; brothers: Retired Police Reservist #369 Michael Ferguson, Retired Senior Island Administrator Joseph Ferguson and Retired RBDF Chief Petty Officer Daniel Ferguson; sisters: Cynthia Moss, Eleanor Roberts, Judy Brown, Catherine Davis and Talmeta Ferguson-Russell; sistersin-law: Myrtle Gibson, Rena Rolle, Eulamae Tucker, Vyonne Rolle / Rosa Rolle of Tampa Florida, Jean and Phyllis Ferguson, Brennda Rolle, Lavourne Rolle, Joan Rolle; brothers-in-law: James E. Moss, Roland Rolle, Nemal Rolle, Kenith Rolle, Lenord and Satraenas Thonpson; numerous nieces and nephews: Kevin Brice, Kenneth Brice, Ricardo Brice, Rashad Brice, Janet Kemp, Jacqueline Brice, Beatrice Gayle Brice, Monique N. Brice, D’Andre Brice, Joya Brice, Monique Brice, Sonia Brice, Kimberly Knowles, Charlene Brice, Shamekia Wells, Edney Brice, James Moss Jr., Deno, Gerard and Dwayne Moss, Jacintha Moss-Goffe, Ricardo Foxx, Kirkwood Capron, Elaine Austin, Ellen Dean-Russell, Kimberly Stubbs, Danielle Roberts, Nikita Francis, Gillian Demeritte, Michael Ferguson Jr., McCara, DeShawn and Deon Ferguson, Jennifer Davis, Jamika Ferguson, RBPF Corporal#3909 Justin Benson Alex, Alexis, Alexio and Sheena Ferguson, Mario Davis, RBDF Able Mechanic Marius Davis, RBPF Corporal #4000 Richae Russell, Tamia Russell, Deno and Dwayne Moss, Mario and Marius Davis, Ellen, Kimberley, Corporal Richea and Tamia Russell, Apostle Phalmon and Sophia Ferguson, Margie Taylor, Jennetta Taylor, Janice Johnson, Barbara Moss, Rufus and Nahemie Ferguson, Lehemizer Ferguson, Zendall and Henrietta Ferguson, Wayne and Tammie Ferguson, Marina Rolle, Jacqueline Armbrister, Donald Armbrister, Livingston Armbrister; numerous grandnieces and grandnephews, other relatives and friends including: Shinique Rolle, Delwin and Marissa Maycock, Kaylisa Ferguson, Veronique Miller, Sharmila Sands, Lejon, Shauna, Shandira, Shanique Ferguson, Alexis, Jeremy, Phalmon Jr., Glenwood, L.J. and Denzil Ferguson, Tawana, Janelle, Katrina, Percival Jr., Vernita, Valencia and Valentino Moss, Michael Davis Jr. (OKC), Jason Ferguson, Emmanuel and

Anthony Johnson Jr., All The Descendants of The Late Rev Moses Ferguson, Wesley Ferguson, Ernest Joseph Ferguson, Wellington Ferguson, Frank Ferguson, Jasper Ferguson, Leander Ferguson, Caiah Ferguson, Jim Ferguson, Luther Ferguson, Merlene Ferguson, Mae Ferguson, Helen Ferguson, Neta Ferguson, Mabel Rolle, Miriam Ferguson-Brice, Doris Ferguson-Mitchell, Rowena Rolle, Christine Mitchell-Hepburn, Joe Jolly, Vernal Brice, Paulina Brice, Louise Brice-Gay, Nathalie Brice-Clarke, Venlyn Brice-Armbrister, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Anthony Rolle and Patrice Rolle, Garnell, Paul, Donna and Sean Bullard, Ms. V. Newton, Ms. T. Rigby, Lionel and Linda Smith, Ms. Butler, Dorothy Bethel, Ms. Alice Josey, Delores Wright, Ivan and Jacqueline Marshall, Past students of Aunt Mae’s Daycare and PreSchool including, Lanelle, Latiqua and Lionel Smith Jr., The Lloyd Family, The Cooper Family, The Bodie, Family, The Bowe Family, The Adderley and Lewis Family, The Coopers Terrace Cathedral Family, The Highway Church of God Family, The Family of United Faith Ministries International and other relatives and friends.

The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors, 7th Terrace Collins Avenue, New Providence on Friday, January 16th, 2026 from 12:00 noon – 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 1:00pm until service time.

Death Notice For

Zmmaire Shemond Phillips, 13

of Golden Isle Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, January 12, 2026.

She is survived by her mother: Shannan Phillips-Freeburn; step father: Tamar Freeburn; sisters: Tamara and Tiara Freeburn; step brothers: Nicholas and Lemardo Freeburn; adopted parents: Lydia and Perry Sr. Grant; aunts: K’aiji Adderley, Andreen Boyd, Carleen McKenzie, Samantha Thervil, Joanna Phillips Shantisher Phillips, Margret style and Prestiage Bowe; uncles: Lorenzo and Johnathon Phillips; cousins: Wayne Marzouca, Anastacia butler, Yandra Boyd, Skyleica Boyd, Ayson Boyd, Leana Vaughan, Sean Knowles, Wayne Marzouca Jr, Rasha, lashonna, Mycola, Navardo Hield Jr., Tashante Thurston, Roanne, Kenron, Kipling, Kavon, Juliesha, Dasya and Dwight Morrison, Jean, Bazera ,Richard, Rodlin, Roddraya, Kevin, Kendranique Daja, Faith, Siriah, Markeel Morrison, Markiel (Michaela) Morrison, Tracy Morrison and Markiel Morrison Jr., Ka’Jeano & Ma’Kaiyo Adderley; adopted sisters: Parishka Dean and Lolo Grant; adopted brothers: Perry Jr. and, Lamahl Grant; grand uncles: Rev. T. G. Morrison, Garfield Morrison, Edrick Morrison and Willy Lafrance; grand aunts: Yvette Morrison and Veronica; and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service for

Amos James Ferguson Jr., 81

a resident of Wulff Road, will be held at St. Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou Hill Road, on Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

Officiating will be Venerable Keith N. Cartwright, assisted by The Reverend Howard L.L. Bethel & The Reverend Lamar M. Nottage. Interment follows in Western Cemetery, Nassau Street.

Amos was pre-deceased by his, parents: Amos James Ferguson Sr. and Elizabeth Rose Ferguson, his brothers: Glenroy, Wenzel and Leo Ferguson Sr.;

His legacy lives on in his children: Kevin (Terah), Shonette, and Marvin (Indira) and the mother of his children: Patricia Ferguson. Grandchildren: Kevaughn, Kourtni, Saharah, Summah and Jax Ferguson. Brothers: Wayde and Alfred Ferguson Sr.; Sisters: Sandra (Beauregard) Kelly, Jestina Ferguson and Sheila Brown. Sister-in-law: Bernice Ferguson. Uncles: Weston (Elaine), H.E. Lowell and Philip Mortimer and Edward Williams. Aunts: Anne (Tracy) Whitehead and Delores Mortimer. Nephews: Kelson (Beverley) Deleveaux, Ricardo Ferguson, La’Vaughn and Alfred Ferguson Jr., and Leo Ferguson Jr.; Nieces: Raquel Carroll, Antonia (Andrew) Miller, Tamara (Arien) Rolle, Christa (William) Munroe, La’Shanta Smith, Audra Gibson, Nashella Evans, Katiemae Ferguson, Shacara Ferguson-Dames, Wenzena, Nicole Ferguson, Nikkita Rahming and Vanessa Huyler. Numerous Grandnieces and Nephews including: Ardyn and Araya Rolle, Jayla and Leya Smith and Ro’Vari Armbrister. Cousins: Lawrence, Julius and Berkley Chisholm, Nancy Mejias, Jackey and Garth Bethel, Staphanie and Esther Joy Sargent, Rev. Edna Lopez, Julie Wilson, Francita and Lofton Neely, Diana and Coleman Andrews, Dedrie Woods, Delora Moncur, Dr. Dellarese Woods-Isaacs, Roy Ellis, Derek Gilbert, Pam (Capt. Wolf) PalaciousSeyfert, Clothilda Gibson-Brown, Capt. Slyvester (Andrea) Rollins, Maxine Rollins, Debra Pinder, Cheryl, Rosemarie and Marina Deveaux, Patrick, Celest, Karen and Neil Williams, Cornell (Beverley), Lester Jr. (Paulette), Denise, Kendall (Sonia) Mortimer, Cheryl Neely, Gina (Jim) Mortimer-Storr, Ulric, Sean, Dwayne and Ronnie Mortimer, children of the late Lillian Humes, Averil, Kenneth and Claire Mortimer, Olivia Saunders, Ulrica Missick, Llewellyn Astwood and family, Charles and Eden Zonicle, Ivis Zonicle-Segura, Tracy and Terry Whitehead. Extended Family including: Isabell FergusonHowell, Coralee, Mallory and Wellington Ferguson. Numerous friends Including: The Venerable Keith N. Cartwright, the entire clergy, Anglican Church Men and membership of St. Agnes Church, Members of the Institute of Bahamian Architects (IBA), staff and faculty

of the University of the Bahamas, Cheryl Bethel, Kelso Munnings, Tracy Cooper, Gustavaus Ferguson, Andre Braynen, Godwin Cargill, Mark Smith, Leon Stubbs, Tony Jervis, Joy Pinder, Philip Armbrister, Michael Bowleg, Susan Arthur, Edmund Lewis and Philippa Fife.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 12-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & on Friday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notices for Aaron Johnson, 86

a resident of Forbes Street, Nassau Village & formerly of Staniard Creek, Andros, died at his residence on Friday, January 9, 2026.

He is survived by his wife: Yvonne Johnson; daughters: Jean Johnson, Brendalee Rolle, Lynette Frazier, Nicola Johnson, Nikita Smith & Brendamae Lewis; sons: Ray, Van, Mark & Dwayne Johnson, Jamal Rose, Leonardo McKenzie & Javon Baptiste; numerous grand & great grandchildren; 1 brother: Velock Johnson; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Bernard “40” Lewis, 45

a resident of Nassau Village, died at his residence on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

He is predeceased by his wife: Samantha Lewis.

Bernard Lewis is survived by his daughter: Maltese Lewis; mother: Maltese Davis; brothers: Ivis Davis and Regal Nesbit; sisters: Raquel Nesbitt and Rusheda Saint Cleare; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins & a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Funeral Service for

Charles Barton

Will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, Robinson & Claridge Roads, on Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Father Jay Cartwright, Father David Cooper & Deacon Andrew Burrows. Interment follows in Catholic Cemetery, Tyler Street.

He is predeceased by his son: Hendrick Shane Barton.

Left to cherish his memories are his, Devoted wife of fifty-two years: Marlene Barton; Daughters: Aniska Smith, Charlene and Richae Barton, Lisa Rolle; Grandchildren: Carsyn and Carter Smith, Lauryn McPhee, Kayla Wright and Amir Rolle; Sister: Ruth Major. Brothers: Clifford (Vernita), Terrell (Marge) and Philip (Dawn) Barton. Son-in-law: Carlton Smith; Brothers-in-law: Errington Thompson (Phyllis), Edwin Thompson (Timolin), Patrick Thompson. Sisters-in-law: Marsha-Ann Pinder and Edvern Thompson. Nieces: Betty Miller, Edith Bradley, Maxine Soles, Cleomi & Anya Taylor, Rhonda, Valarie and Evanya Major, Keva Rolle, Denise Barton, Terrell Stuart, Tenille Murray, Keilha & Philipha Barton, Eddia Culmer, Linelle Wright, Kelesha Kelly, Raya Culmer and Oranique Hamilton. Nephews: Michael (Lavon) Taylor, Kevin Major, Doyle, Deangelo, Dion, Donelle, Delvon Barton, Amad, Edwin Tyler, Eduardo and Eduardo Jr. Thompson, Ray Culmer. Godmother: Teresa Simms (Horatio). Godchildren: Leonardo Johnson, Rochelle Walker, Charles Major III, Kenji Chea, Gervase Elliott and Leandrea Albury. Spiritual Daughter: Alicia Christie. A host of other relatives and friends: Archbishop Patrick C Pinder, Bishop Kendrick Forbes, Fr David Cooper, Fr Jay Cartwright, Deacon Andrew (Patrice) and Family, Jerome & Theresa Kite, Margo Gibson and Family, Fredrick Munnings & Family, Wenzel & Euphemia Poitier and Family, The Poitier Family, Fritz Swan and Family, Mary Thompson and Family, Joe Pierre and Family, Sydney Godet and Family, Sybil Darville and Family, Pat Bell and, Rosie Wilson, Emiline Murray and Family, Lester & Ann Dean and Family, John & Paulette Turnquest and Family, Philip & Betty Roberts and Family, Ephraim Cargill & Family, Mary Mortimer and Family, Joseph & Emily Glass and Family, Dukie & Erma Demeritte and Family, Julie Munnings and Family, Brenda Russell and Family, Opie Rolle and Family, Holy Family Choir, The Christopher’s, Melvern Fox and Family, Barbara Darrell, Althea Jolly, Ricardo Ellis, Sam Bethel and Family, Pearline Bullard and Family, Sythela DeGregory and Family, John & Entire members of Holy Family, Charlene Neely and Family, Dexter D Fernander and Family, Roselyn Rolle and Family, Clinton Clarke and Family, Aldo

& Ella Clarke and Family, Entire family of the late Thelma Thompson, Bel-Air Community, Stanley & Susan Ranger and Family, Elizabeth Williams and Family, Charlese Curry and Family, Lloyd McPhee, Kendal Campbell, Kendika Deleveaux, Jannah Wilmott, Richa Moss, Shantell Spence and Family, Talisa Johnson and Family, Darnell Moss, Our Lady’s Class of 1964, especially Ms Sullivan, Aquinas College Class of 1968, National Insurance Retirees, Columbus #16 Prince Hall Lodge, Management and Staff of Incredible Services, Indigo Insurance, PMH Male Medical I, especially Nurse Joseph, Nurse Gibson, ICU and Med/ Surgical West staff and host of other relatives and friends.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 12-5:00 p.m. on Thursday & on Friday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time

Death Notices for

Archiff Leon “Audiff” King, 78

a resident of #46 Fowler Street off Market Street, died at PMH on Sunday, January 11, 2026.

He is survived by his daughter: Tiffany King; 2 sons: Yuri & Audiff King; 3 grandchildren: Prince, Travianno & Cierra King; adopted brother: John; 1 aunt: Alice Moncur; 1 uncle: Freddie McKenzie; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Funeral Service for

Vernon DeCosta Knight Sr., 66

a resident of Sun Way, Sunshine Park, will be held at New Destiny Baptist Cathedral, Gladstone Road, on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. Officiating will be Apostle Delton D. Fernander, assisted by other Ministers of Religion. Interment follows in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road.

He was preceded in death by his wife Rose Knight and now rests peacefully alongside her.

He leaves to cherish his memories his, Sons: Dyson, Clairmonte, Vernon Jr. Knight, DeAngelo Ferguson (Deneatha), Roshano Minnis (Leshan). Daughters: Vernique Knight-Johnson (Rohn Jr.) and Vernae Knight-Turnquest (Cochise). Grandchildren: Nathan, Zion, Liam and Zenndarah, Clairmonte Jr. Knight, Roshante Minnis, Mariaelena Robinson, Denae, Dayton Russell, Deshawn, Ashton, Khyri, and Jamir Johnson, and Dayton Rolle. Brothers: Steadman Jr. and Milton Knight. Sisters: Glendine Kerwood (Keith), Stephanie Moreland, Dale Garcia (Kevin) and Sharon Moss (Whitfield). Brothers-in-law: Wilbert, Jeffery (Lelia) and Granville Sr. (Patricia) Collie and Neville Ferguson Jr. (Yvette). Sisters-in-law: Debbie Ferguson-Collie (Frank), Monique Pratt (Eldon), and Judy Miller. Nephews: Keron Kerwood, Khalil Garcia, Devon and Damian Glinton, Dexter Sr., Typhus Sr. (Gia), Bernard Sr. (Rose), Ovando, Jermaine, Rudolph, Jason, Granville Jr. and Sanchez Collie, Marvin Delancy, Jervin Williams, Brentton Brooks, Allen (Nicolette) and Alexander Smith, Trai Pratt, Ivan (Tanya), Rhenard Miller (Artena). Nieces: Shardae Bunche (Carl Jr.), Sommer Jean (Jeffrey), Akilah Kerwood, Alyssa Garcia, Dekera Joseph, Patrice Williams, Valencia Rose (Quinton), Natasha Smith (Frederico), Jasmine and Anesia Collie, Mercedes Morley, Darcell McKinney, Simone Ferguson, Navette Ferguson, Klarissa Mott, Cardesha Armbrister and Rochelle Campbell (Bannerman Sr.). Numerous Grand-nephews and nieces: Mekhi Sheffield, Miles and Ethan Bunche, Dakari, Dakarai Joseph, Darian, Darai and D’Amari Glinton, Aliya Garcia, Emerie-Grace Jean, Selena McHardy, Deija and Jatina Glinton, Dexter Jr., Desmond, DaQuan, Bernard Jr. Collie, Darion Storr, Si’mano Ferguson, Gabriel, Ayden, and Aaron Smith, Breon Stuart, Fantasia Fritzgerald, Charday McKinney, Dazai Sweeting, Gabryela Green, Darrein and Darrha Williams, Serenity and Alyse Collie, Ja’Nye and Jaylaya Williams. Aunt: Shelia Knight. Other Relatives and Friends: Rudolph Pratt Sr. & family, Dale Knight &

family, Jerry Knight & family, Vaden Knight & family, Oral Knight & family Joy Knight & family, Grace Knight & family, Jude Knight & family, Anna Knight-Ryan & family, Marcella Henry & family, Andy Knight & family, Constance Knight & family, Ronald Campbell & family, Bernard Rolle & family, Perry Newton & family, Bill Sands & family, Wendy Lewis & family, Shelia Mackey & family, Jocelyn Armbrister & family, Rohn Sr. & family, Joanne Williams & family, Amanda Mackey & family, Jennifer Rahming & family, Prudence Mackey & family, Wendy Williams & family, Shakera Sands & family, Edniska Russell & family, Paulette Thompson & family, Sherell Gardiner & family, Sean Turnquest Sr. & family, The Lightbourne family, The Carey family, Friends of Sunshine Park Subdivision, Bamboo Town Community, Hon. Pia Glover-Rolle, Michael Foulkes, The Parish of St. Gregory The Great, The Rt. Hon. Apostle & Mrs. Delton Fernander, and New Destiny Baptist Cathedral family. Special Thanks: SRC Doctors, Nurses and Staff

To all those family members, friends and business associates not mentioned we do apologize for not naming you. You were very important to Vernon Sr., and you are equally as important as those mentioned. In our grief, please understand that it was not intentional.

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 8:30 a.m. until service time.

Death Notices for Mae Gaitor-Johnson, 87

a resident of Fresh Creek, Andros & formerly of Fort Pierce, Florida, died at PMH on Monday, January 12, 2026.

She is survived by his 2 daughters: Juliette Scott & Georgette Mackey; 7 sons: Enoch, Craig, Kevin, Lynden & Wesley Gaitor, Lionel & Cedric Johnson; numerous grand & great grandchildren; 1 brother: Charles Neely; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Gladys Victoria Bethel, 73

Funeral Services for Orenna Lydia Taylor, 61

a resident of Blue Hill Road & formerly of Manchester, Jamaica, will be held at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Wulff & Baillou Hill Roads, on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Fr. Roderick Bain, assisted by Deacon Jamal Turnquest. Cremation follows.

Left to cherish her memories are, Daughters: Patrice Wisdom and Nathasha Bethel; Granddaughters: Brittany & Brianna Edwards, Dennisha Black and Ste’sha Newbold; Grandson: Tony Rolle III; Brother: Nigel Shackleford; Aunt: Iva Maud Stephenson; Nieces: Althia Givans Hutcheson (Rohan), Chevanese and Nicola Housen, Angella Gibbs (June) and Roye, Treisha, Shavel Shackelford-Wright, Sasha Shackelford-Seid Dana, Dejanae, Roymoya Erwin, Ashonika, Jaziyah, Arianna, Lydia and Prayer Wright; Nephews: Clovis Givans, Ricky, Andre, Adrian, Okeino, Ray Jay, Shackleford, Leonardo Hutchinson, Xavier, Taedrian Shackleford, Christopher Henry, (Javaine, Jawanza, Jahfere, Daquan Roye), Shaquille and Rojay Erwin. Cousins: Narline, Clive, Lennox, Pam, Claudia, Steve, Opal and the Ewers Family; Adopted Daughters: Tanya Bain-McKenzie and Family, Clarice Bootle-Hart and Family, Gaynel Charlow and Family, Cassandra Rolle and Family, Jackie Joseph-Adderly and Family; Adopted Sons: Deangelo Deveaux and Family, Sean Gaitor and Family, Elroy Collie and Family, Urias Seymour and Family, Jackie King and Family, Noel Dames and Family, The Pearson Family including Shinell and Jackie Pearson, Dazelle and Wayne Munroe, Rochelle and Dwight Rolle, Nathan Pearson, Chickita Ambrister and Family, Rudell Capron, Donald Clarke, Jimmy Thompson, Nassau Motors Company Ltd., Sandals Royal Bahamian, Family Foot Center and the Blue Hill Road Community and a host of other relatives and friends too many 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 1:00 p.m. until service time.

a resident of Alrion Drive off Fire Trail Road, will be held at Golden Gates World Outreach Ministries, Carmichael Road, on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating: Archbishop Roston Davis, assisted by Bishop Trent E. Davis. Interment follows in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads.

Left to cherish Lydia’s memories are her, Mother: Romain Taylor; Brothers: Walter Daniel Taylor, Ashley Lionel Taylor, and Marcus Julian Taylor; Sisters: Pauline Rowena Lockhart and Valrie Lorie Taylor; Brother-in-law: Pastor Burton Lockhart; Sisters-in-law: Christine Taylor, Maureen Taylor and Georgia Taylor; Nieces: Wal-tia Rolle, Christia Rolle, Erin Hall, Vanessa Elliott and Christeka Taylor; Nephews: Ashton Taylor, Walter Taylor Jr., Burton Lockhart Jr. and Jude Taylor; Grand Nieces/Nephews: Leroy Rolle Jr., Liam Rolle, Yorel Rolle and Aniayah Elliott; Business Partner/Life Partner: George Bynoe; Uncles: Bishop Nelson Johnson, Dudley Taylor, Michael Hanna, Renaldo Taylor; Aunts: Dorothea Smith, Leona, Robertha and Maureen Taylor; Cousins: Victoria Hall, Dellarese and Meckell Taylor Jr., Jenny Bethell, Sandra Ferguson, Beryl Lloyd, Judy Rolle, Portia Collie, Mary Beneby, Elter Hanna, Albert Hanna; Friends: Keith Mason and Peter Pratt. Special Thanks are extended to: George Bynoe, Dr. Cyprian Strachan (Javon Medical Centre) personal physician, Gardell & Jennifer Scavella and family, Shantel, Cherell, Janell; grandchildren: Kayden, Kayrell and Keylee. We appreciate everyone’s acts of kindness and assistance given to our sister in her final moments. Your compassion made this transition for the family a little easier. We are forever grateful.

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.

Funeral Service for

Karen Eloise Smith, 70

of Newbold Street, Nassau, Bahamas, who died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday 31, December 2025 will be held on Saturday 17, January 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of God, Independence Drive, Nassau, Bahamas Bishop Dr. Joseph A. Smith, Senior Pastor will officiate. Interment follows in Old Trail Cemetery, Old Trail Road.

Left to cherish her memories are, sisters: Zipporah, Vanessa, Audra, Austinea, and Lavisha Smith, Michelle Smith-Butler (Nathan), Chanelle Smith-Green, and Barbara Smith-Hanna; brothers: Edward (Alexia), Theophilus & Bishop Dr. Joseph A. Smith (Reverend Andrea), Gurth, Valence, Rashard, Ulrick (Julia), Warren, and Deangelo Smith; step sister: Marie Carmen Chery of Miami, Florida; step brother: Jude (Libenie) Chery of Lakeworth, Florida; sister-in-law: Sharon Hull-Smith of Burns, Tennessee, USA; aunts: Ada, Rosemary, Becky, and Vanrea Smith; nieces: Nicole Francis, Carla Stuart, J’Sanne Smith, Fredrica (Hubermane) Chery, Ginger (Locksley) SmithDavis, Jardonay, Kiajah, Hope, Rickia, Ariel, Akira, and Donnella Smith, A’mor Alleyne, and Symphonee Hanna; nephews: Justin Smith, Travis Stuart, Frederick Smith, Leon & Deon Smith, Theo Francis, Mauricio Johnson, Valance, Rashad Jr., and Ulric Smith Jr.; grand nephews & nieces: Taevaughn & Nithya Francis, Jayce Rolle, Johniqua, Johnnyco & Johnwood Dugue, Rashae, Rashad & Rashawn Nesbitt, Destiny, Ashley & Diamond Davis, Danya, Krisleigh, Zachary, Fallon, Freshawn, Leo Jerome, Deonte, Tyreka, Deondra, Deondre, and Deon Smith, and Bendjina Chery; great grandnieces: Chardanae, Razariyah & Shamya Nesbitt; and a host of relatives & friends including: Herman Pratt, Stanford Greene, Linda Williams & family, Rosemary Knowles & family, Judith McEwen & family, Vernice Knowles & family, Ingrid Higgs & family, Edline Smith-Pyfrom & family, Mizpah Cartwright & family, Eunice Johnson & family, Pastor Margarette Bowe & family, Cedric Pratt & family, James Knowles & family, Simeon Smith & family, Benjamin Smith & family, Wenzel Davis & family, Keron and Christopher Johnson, Janika Johnson-Rolle, Anishka, and Natalia Johnson, the family of Theresa Bloomley of London, UK (deceased), Reverend Dr. Sheldon A. Higgs, Pastor David Cartwright, Pastor Brackston Bowe, Reverend Joseph Knowles, Carl Stuart, Velma Pratt & family,Geleta Gray & family, Muriel Clarke& family, Ruthmae McPhee & family, Denise Antoine & family of Miami, Florida, Monique Cartwright & family, Vienna Johnson & family, Hattie Moxey & family, Leonard & Theophilus Williams, Sylvia Scriven, Duke, Obediah, and Philip Smith, Sonia Jordan, Patrice Bullard, Simon Origene, Elnora Gibson & family, Viola Albury, Nyroka Hales, the family of Helen Adderley (deceased), Richard Gardiner & family, Agnes Knowles & family, the family of

Kathleen Williams (deceased), Betty Romer & family, Alfred & Norma Rolle & family, Margaret Stubbs & family, Ronny Mackey & family, Rosie Miller & family, Sandra Rolle & family, Sandra Dean & family, Fred Stuart & family, the family of Annie Greene (deceased), Mrs. Princess Joseph & family, Keva Major & family, and the Newbold Street crew.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 12-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notices for Angela Loretta

“Ms. Smith”, “Annie” Cartwright,

88

a resident of Sunset Ridge, San Souci & formerly of Eight Terrace Collins Avenue, died at PMH on Sunday, January 11, 2026.

She is survived by her 5 daughters: Deborah Cartwright, Donna Bullard, Dellarease Bryant, Keva Williams & Hilda Flowers; 6 sons: Bradford Hanna, Barry Smith, Brian Cartwright, Trevor Lightbourne, William & Crispin Smith; numerous grand & great grandchildren, nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Kendera Jolanda Delaney, 53

a resident of #6 Bamboo Crescent, Golden Gates #1, died at PMH on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

She is survived by her father: Joseph Delaney; adopted brother: Mario Thompson; aunts: Naomi Chipman, Maria Woods & Ismae Cadiz; uncles: Kingsley & Rudolph Burrows; numerous cousins & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Funeral Service for

Damio Damanto “Bouncer” Walkes, 45

a resident of King Street, will be held at Transfiguration Baptist Church, Market & Vesey Street, on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Sherma Bowe, assisted by Rev. Alphonso Newry & Dec. Patricia Newry. Interment follows in Western Cemetery, Nassau Street.

Damio was predeceased by his Father: Edmond Walkes, his Grandmother: Margarita Fisher, his Father-in-law: Edison Holbert and his Uncle: Leroy Hepburn.

Left to cherish his fond memories is his loving and dedicated life partner and Wife: Shandika Holbert-Walkes; Mother and Stepfather: Stephanie Cargill and Daniel McPhee; Brother: Damian Bowleg; Mother-in-law: Pauline Munnings; Uncle: Alexander Walkes (Valria); Brothers-in-law: Damiane Holbert, Edison Clarke; Sisters-in-law: Zena Bowleg, Samantha Clarke, Nicara Holbert, Raquel and Sherell Newbold; Adopted Mother: Janet Newbold; Adopted Brothers: Amon Baker, Phillip “Bolo” Johnson, James Frazier, Renal Souffrant, Patrick Miller; Adopted Sisters: Jaime Smith, Hollanda Dean and Christina Fernander; Nephews: Tawyano Holbert, Edison Jr. (Raeshonda), Ethan and Elliot Clarke, Astazio Cooper and Le’Quan Major; Nieces: Nacoya and Damia Bowleg, Danesha Holbert, and Edelle Clarke; Grand Nephew: Tiano Holbert; Grand Niece: Eldrea Edwards; Fur Baby: Rex; God-Brother: Eric Duncombe and Family, Other Relatives & Friends: Thomas Holbert and Family, Vernita Simms and Family, Joycelyn Owens and Family, Myrtle Gardiner and Family, Sandra Seymour and Family, Natasha Russell and Family, Christa Cummings and Family, Rev’d Dr. Stephen Thompson, Rev’d Sherma Bowe and the entire Transfiguration Baptist Church Family, Dec. Philip Cooper and Family, Antrell Fernander, Georgette Newbold, Ethan Charlton, Donna Higgs and Family, Angela Smith and Family, Donald Rolle and Family, The Royal Ambassadors Band Family, Jessica Cononlly and Family, Clay Martin and Family, Andrea Jenourne and Family, Constantine Johnson and Family, Naomi and Family, Sheila and Dwyane and Family, Ricardo Perpall and Family, Portia Rahming and Family, Cherise Joseph and Family, Christina and Anischa Fernander and Family, Karen Clarke and Family, Donna Smith and Family, Vernon Rolle and Family, Raymond and Renaldo Forbes and Family, Gregory Powell and Family, Keyion and Akeem Bowleg, Kenzitte Munnings, Dino Gilbert, One Family Junkanoo and Community Organization, One Family Bass Section and

by extension the entire backline, OFCD Ladies, Super Value Store 8 Family, the King Street, Martin Street and Hospital Lane Community; C.R. Walker Class of 1997 Family, other relatives and friends, too numerous to mention. We the family humbly apologizes for any names that may not have been mentioned.

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.

Death Notice for Preston McCoy, 96

a resident of Silverado Close, Silver Gates & formerly of Industrious Hill, Cat Island, died at PMH on Monday, January 12, 2026.

He is survived by his wife: Debra McCoy; 5 daughters: Victoria Woods, Patricia, Regina, Recole & Dorinda McCoy; 4 sons: Michael, ASP Preston Jr., Antorn & Henry McCoy; numerous grands, great grands & great, great grandchildren & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Funeral Service for Peter Charles Carey, 77

of Nassau, Bahamas and formerly of Rock Sound, Eleuthera, will be held on Saturday 17th, January 2026 at Christ Church Cathedral, George Street, Nassau, Bahamas at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Laish Z. Boyd, assisted by The Very Reverend Dwight Rolle and Reverend Deacon Preston Pinder.

Peter was predeceased by Father, Cecil Carey; Sister, Karen (Kay) Carey Wong; Mother, Mae Carey and Brother, Raymond (Ray) Carey

Left to cherish his memories are: his Wife, Margaret Carey; Daughters, Sandra (Joy) Carey (adopted), Samantha Pavlovic, Amanda Schmid, and Melissa Carey; Grandchildren, Lucija and Peter Pavlovic, and Obadiah Carey; Brothers, Bill (Sherrie), Don, Ross (Patricia), Brad (Julie), Dennis, and David (Tiny) Carey (Sherelle); Sisters, Yvonne Storr (Stephen), Deborah Cooper (Carlton), Sandra (Joy) Carey, Phyllis Cartwright (Andre), and Joey Lightbourne (Lawrence); Adopted sister, Helen Deveaux; Brothersin-Law, Winston (Marjorie), Robert (Christine), and William (Rosadeceased) Jones; Sisters-in-law, Betty Carey (Raymond (Ray) deceased), Dorothea Rae (Malcolm - deceased), and Joanna Lothian (Mike); Nieces and Nephews, Sherman and Fabian Carey, Erica Armbrister (Kipling), Crystal Rolle (Antoinne), Jessica Moss (Sean), Jonathan Wong (Rebecca), Janilee Lightbourne (Burton), Roscoe Carey Jr. (Elizabeth), Robert Carey (Lathesia), Richard Carey (Kaydren), Ashley, Nasifia, Grien, and Bradley Carey Jr., Sonia Strachan (Tyson Sr.), Stefan Storr (Tia), Stevie Storr and Family, Angelo Storr and Family, Brian Cooper, Brittney Collie (Floyd), Audra and Avriel Cartwright, Gwendolyn Lightbourne, Dennis Carey Jr., Toran Carey (Kristin), Oceanna Adam (Michael), Sherelle Hilton (Douglas), Sharmara McKenzie, Nakeisha Dougal (Andrae), Gacintha Gordon (Damion), Sylvia Rolle, Cordero Heastie, Audison Beaubrun, Akini Cooke, Francis Mae, Richard Rae (Brendalee), Spatchas Burrows (Christopher), Nicolette Malone (CW), Sharon Albury (Christopher), Courtney Barr (Christopher), Cameron Jones (Briet), Geoffrey Lothian (Mairi), Jacqueline Tabor (Andrew), Alan Jones (deceased), Spencer Jones (Lakera), Victoria and William Jones; Numerous Grand Nieces and Nephews; Aunt, Georgia Lorandos; Numerous Other Relatives and Friends, Rev. Dr. Irene Russell, Mrs. Valarie Hall and Family, Mr. Raymond Hall and Family, Mrs. Lily Pinder, Linda, Delores, Donna, Debbie and Jeffrey, Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Kemp, Florence Albury and Emily, Mrs. Kitty Moree and Family, Mr. Godfrey Deveaux and Family, Mrs. Hilma Pyfrom, Mrs. Donald Kemp and Family, Carol Fox, Cheryl Lee Knowles, Menera Riley, Marija Pavlovic, Henrietta and Jerome Walcott, Darin Sweeting, Dudley Bascombe, Antonio Hall, Dominick Adams, Robert Ford, Franklyn Minns, Delvon Barton, Romeo Delancy, Christopher Key, Dona Wright (Audrey), Andrea Martin, The Dawkins, The Rokers, Sarah Anne Lowe and Family, Teazer Wallace, Deborah Cartwright and Family, Rochelle Bethel and Family, Florence Hart and Family, The Saunders, Jolene Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Sturrup, Bishop John Ferguson and Family, Vera Lowe, Gardina Hepburn, The Members and Congregation of Christ Church Cathedral, The Members and Congregation of Glad Tidings Tabernacle, Geoffrey Jones and Company Ltd., Pinder’s Customs Brokerage Ltd., and The Eye Doctors’ Office. Special Thanks, Dr. Indira Grimes, The Team at Happy Healing Homecare especially Faith Bain, Rev. Dr. Irene Russell, Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited and The Cancer Society of The Bahamas.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited, 19 Palmdale, Palmdale, on Friday16th January, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Arrangements by Kemp’s Funeral Home Limited.

Funeral Service For

Gertrude Elizabeth Flowers,

72

a resident of Jack Fish Drive off Mermaid Boulevard, New Providence, Bahamas who died at her residence on Thursday, December 18th, 2025 will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at The Chapel Of Memories Independence Drive, New Providence. Bishop Carrington Pinder assisted by Bishop Anthony Roker will officiate. Cremation will follow.

Left to cherish her memories are her husband: David Flowers; sons: Christopher and David Flowers Jr.; sisters: Janemae Woodside, Cetta and Coral Bowleg; brothers: Herman Thompson and Jimmy Bowleg; sisters-in-law: Janet Flowers-Brown, Rachel Flowers-Smith, Pastor Eulamae Flowers-Johnson; godchild: Pastor Destiny Emmett; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on Friday from 3:00-6:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notices For Youthal Simmons Delevaux, 73

Don Tirrel Deleveaux, 68

of Palm Beach Street, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Major’s Cay, Crooked Island, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.

He is survived by his sisters: Arementa Winters and Ethrice Cooper; brothers: Raphael, Christison Sr., Wenzel and Ainsley Deleveaux; brother-in-law: Bradley Cooper Sr. and numerous other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, and will be announced at a later date.

Zoran Montez Forbes, 27

a resident of Wemyss Bight, Eleuthera, Bahamas and formerly of Grand Bahama, Bahamas died on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026.

Precious memories are held by his mother: Zellie Hall; father: Mark Forbes (deceased) Dexter Hall; sisters: Zoya Forbes, Akira Forbes, Marnis Davis and Zariah Hall; brothers: Mauricio Forbes, Dexter Hall Jr., Denardo and Cordero Hall, Nicholas Burrows and Aliandro Russell; nine aunts, nine uncles 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.

Brandon Adrian Lloyd, 24

a resident of Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, and will be announced at a later date.

a residence of #38 Coral Vista, Coral Harbour, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Sunday, January 11th, 2026.

Cherished memories are held by his daughter: Shameka Deleveaux-Sweeting; sons: Don Marrel Deleveaux Jr. and Jason Deleveaux; grandsons: Caleb Deleveaux, Caiden Deleveaux, Jason Deleveaux Jr. and Jaden Deleveaux; brother: Brice Deleveaux; sister: Auralee Deleveaux; nieces: Maria Deleveaux, Inderia Deleveaux, Lashanda Deleveaux, Lisa Deleveaux; nephew: Scott Deleveaux; special friend: Madeline Johnson; son-in-law: Miguel Sweeting; and other relatives: Oris Sweeting, Michael and Jackie Sweeting, Mya and Mihkial Sweeting, Kelly Sweeting, Ryan Sweeting, Carl “Grampy” Rahming Sr.; and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, and will be announced at a later date.

Sanvano Barret Francis, 21

a resident of Water Ford, Eleuthera, Bahamas died on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026.

He was predeceased by his brother: Johnny Francis.

Left to mourn his passing are his parents: John and Cita Francis; eight sisters: Lillian Simeon, Margaret Francis, Roselyn, Nurse Sherryann Scavella, Marsha Neely, Marilyn, Kera and Angelique Francis; seven brothers: Steven Miller, Julian, Shawn, Dwayne, Treco, Rico and Franklin Francis; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Samuel Davis, 62

a resident of Alexander Boulevard, Nassau Village, New Providence, Bahamas died at the , December 21st, 2025. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at Pentecostal Baptist Church, Nassau Village, New Providence. Officiating will be Dr. Felton C. Rolle Senior Pastor assisted by Rev. Samuel Lightbourne, Rev. Elvira RoseWilliams. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence.

He was predeceased by his parents: Willie and Elcina Davis.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Sybalene Davis; daughters: Samantha Williams and Savanna Davis; sons: Cohen and Aquelton Davis, Roberto Albury; grandchildren: Mateyo Rigby, Caleb and Anastasia Williams, Stacia’Rose Davis, Shaqayla and Aquelton Davis Jr., Desiya, Jayden, Serenity, Xavier, Kohen and Sebastian Albury; sister: Isabel Dean; sonin-law: Jarad Williams; aunt: Dorothy (Jonathon) Dean; uncle: Harrison Gaitor; sisters-in-law: Emily Dames, Genevie Pinder, Hilda Stuart, Sandra Knowles; brothers-in-law: Randolph Knowles, Milton Dames, Nathan Pinder, Novie Stuart; nieces: Selina Adams, Latesha Smith, Rantica Newbold, Sanchae Knowles, Lynette Bain, Rudell Roberts, Apryl and Paige Burrows, Melinda, Mevanda & Mekeisha Green, Claudine Pinder, Charmaine Burrows, Terria Butler, Rukeya Stuart, Vangie Miller, Michelle and Linda Knowles, Kimberley Brice; nephews: Jerome, Dwight and Jerad Bain, Carmelo & Llyod Culmer, Derek (Jennifer), Jermaine, Oscar Sr.(Rachelle), Oscar II, Owen, Angelo, Julian, Spencer & Brandon Burrows, Eljay & Uzziah Newton, Dwayne Weir, Nicholas Pinder, Jayden Adams, Vincent Green, D’andre, Randolp Jr., Randin, Rantio, Ashton, Justin, Kimeron & Sandino Knowles, Vincent Knowles, Johnny Davis; cousins: Eugene “Geno D” Davis, Marvin Greene, Errol

& Bonnie Davis, Harold & Maydean Gaitor, Daniel & Cindy Davis, Christine Gaitor, Sonamae Davis, Jeffery & Dorenda Davis, Lorraine Davis, Gilbert Davis, Leon Bain, Roselda Clarke, Jason & Bernie Davis, Roselda & Rufus Johnson, Trevor & Avis Davis, Anthony Bain, Claramaine Davis, Deacon Edward Bain Jr., Victoria Butler; godchild: Dominic Hield; and other relatives and friends including: Kelcie & Elizabeth Walker, Edward & Ethlyn Stuart, Wade & Family, Darren Higgs & Family, Shanti Hepburn, Henry & Judy Wemyss, Pastor Preston & Lucinda Knowles, Pastor Nixon & Jennifer Simms, Irene Smith, Pentecostal Baptist Church, Greater Bethel Baptist Church, the management and staff of Paradise Fisheries, the management and staff of Wemco Security, the management and staff of ICS Security Concepts and the entire Community of Moore’s Island Abaco, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Relative and friends may pay their last respect at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd., #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence on Friday, January 16th, 2026 at 10:00am – 5:00pm andd again at the church from 10:00 am until service time.

Death Notice For Luke Wilton Cunningham, 65

a resident of Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, December 25th, 2025.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd., #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence, and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For Wilner Pascal, 55

a resident of Nassau Village, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly from Gros-Morne, Haiti, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, December 10th, 2025. Funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at Metropolitan Church of The Nazarene, East Street & Bahama Avenue, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Rebert Saintibert and assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life and Soldier Roads, New Providence.

Left to cherish his precious memories are his wife: Idora Loctomar Pascal; father: Jacques sadius Pascal; children: Kency Pascal, Ideler Pascal, Olvitho Pascal and Wilny Pascal; brothers and sisters: Violette Pascal, Tony Pascal, Savenie Pascal, Nathan Pascal, Aneide Pascal, Mirana Pascal, Naderge Pascal, Agenise Pascal; brothers and sisters-in-law: Clobert Cloristin, Roseleine Pascal Gilles, Rosemond Pierre, Antès Marie Icianie, Enork Gilles; uncles and aunts: Maxene Petit homme, Majorie Altima Joseph, Les Familles Pascal, PetitHomme, Cancia, Almeus; nieces and nephews: Pascal Wolph Bendy, Pascal Rith lovensky Thierry, Pascal Kendolt Rooskens Kelly, Pascal Shana Elaïka Ganaëlle, Pascal Yamens Kelly Sam, Cloristin Ivenson, Cloristin Gaëlle, Siméon Fritz Gérald, Siméon John, Siméon Naïlie, Siméon Naïka, Siméon Sabine, Siméon Ramensly, Pascal Aneïka, Guerrier Wendelson, Pascal Banaïka, Pascal ti Banes; cousins: Avrilson Almeus et sa famille, Avila Almeus et famille, Guerline Altidor, Tonton Almeus, Lène Almeus, Moïse Pascal et sa famille, Amos Pascal et sa famille, Nacesse Pascal, Madela Pascal, Martha Pascal,

Jonas Soidius et famille, Dieurimeme Dieurisma et famille, Orides Dieurisma et famille, Meridane Dieurisma et famille, Delistehene Petit-Homme et famille, Rocheny Petit Homme et famille, Wilguens Petit Homme, Marcelin Petit Homme, Marceline Petit Homme et famille, Baby Petit Homme et famille, Rony Petit Homme, Jeanouce Petit Homme et famille, Sorel Petit Homme, Wilmene Petit Homme et famille, Becken, Petit-Homme, Deliceterne Petit-Homme, Rocheny PetitHomme, Marckarty Petit-Homme, Wilgen Petit-Homme, Sonne Almeris, Edner Derice, Baby Petit-Homme, Diana Petit-homme, Wilmène Altidor, Angeline Petit-hHomme, Lène Almeris, Avila Almeris, Didine Altidor, Ainsi que ses amis, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Relative and friends may pay their last respect at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd., #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence on Friday, January 16th, 2026 at 10:00am – 5:00pm and again at the church from 9:00am until service time.

Death Notice For Norales Almonor, 77

a resident of Petter Street, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly from St.Louis-du-Nord, Haiti, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, December 22nd, 2025.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd., #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence, and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For Walter Pierre-Charles, 70

a resident of Apple Street, Wulff Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly from Bassin Bleu, Haiti, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, 14th December, 2025. Funeral service will be held at 1:00pm on Sunday, January 18th, 2026 at Francophone Seventh Day Adventist Church, Balfour Avenue and Exuma Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Ernst Prince assisted by Elder Addly Cadet, Elder Jacquelin Chery, Elder Ignace Sterlin and and other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life and Soldier Roads, New Providence.

Left to cherish his precious memories are his daughter: Viergeta Woodside; sons: Walder Pierre Charles, and Dupon Pierre Charles; grandchildren: Angelina Woodside, Edward Woodside the third, Ezra Woodside, Celina Pierrelus, Duquon Pierre Charles, Wadline Pierre Charles; brother: Dieurimer; sisters: Magella Sweeting, Nadia Withrow, Martine Pierre Charles; sonsin-law: Edward Woodside Jr., Joel; daughter-in-law: Julienne, Nerline Joseph, brother-in-law: Klee Allonce; sister-in-law: Viola Moxey; nieces and nephews: Faith

Allonce, Denavio Sweeting, Naomi Pierre Charles, Joas Pierre Charles, Sadrac Pierre Charles, Tommily, Ermith, Candice, Joshua, Wesly, Richecard Mazard, Francilia Petit frere, Chilene Sauntil, Kendy Saintil Guerlande Auguste, Nerlande Auguste; cousins: Jazy Maxy, Wedzer Louis; friends: Nener, Frankie, Soliver, Djo, Martine, Bernard, Nelson, Minouche,Gina Taylor, Jina Itile, Cable Beach Quality super Macket Staff and Manager, the Apple Street community, and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd., #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence on Saturday, 17th January, 2026 From 10:00am to 4:00pm and again at the church from 12:00 noon until service time.

Death Notice For

Samuel Henriquez Joseph, 75

a resident of Gladstone Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formely from Borgne, Haiti, died at his residence on Friday, January 2nd, 2026.

He is survived by his mother: Zea; daughter: Melila Lorvince; grandchildren: Jimmy and Christina Lorvince; brother: St.Martin; sister: Betty; niece: Mari Michelle; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd., #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence, and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Clonius Stubbs, 90 affectionately called “Snail”

service will be held at St. Mark’s Native Baptist Church, Romer Street, Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 10:00a.m. Officiating will be Bishop Carrington S. PinderGeneral Superintendent of the St. John’s Native Baptist Society of Churches assisted by Reverend Minette Cripps, - Pastor, Great Bethel Methodist Church, Cat Island, Reverend Carrol Johnson -

Pastor, St. Philip’s Church, Smith’s Bay, Cat Island, Bahamas. Interment will follow in the St. Mark’s Native Baptist Cemetery, Romer St., Fox Hill, New Providence.

Clonius was predeceased by his two grandsons, Derek Knowles and Avyian Stubbs; siblings, Ella Farrington, Merril, Irving and Fonswit Stubbs.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 58 years, Vernetta Stubbs; children: Pamela, Edwin and Mellony Stubbs, Ericka (Bernard) Major, Deidree (Ortland) Bodie, Shynika StubbsLeBlanc, Arthur (Joan) Stubbs, Horatio (Valencia) Stubbs; grandchildren: Aaron Sturrup, Anya (Jamal) Moss, LaKyle Stubbs, Denise (Julius) Chipman, Cameron Stubbs, Vinnetra Grant, Bernique Major, Rachae Bodie, Madison LeBlanc, Achara & Tiara Stubbs (Tiffany Babbs), Brendan & Derian Major, Cohen, Horatio Jr, & Jaylen Stubbs, Aiden, Summer & Autumn Stubbs; great grandchildren: J’Nas & Journey Chipman, Jasmine, Melani, Jamari, Jamal Jr. & Aaron Jr.; nieces: Pamela Stubbs, Joanne Brooks, Priscilla Smith, Marilyn Dean, Madge Farrington, Shavonne Bain, Ava & Valerie Stubbs, Tanya Williams, Nancy Conyers; nephews: Dave Farrington, Clive, Jeffrey, Dion, Ian & Brando Stubbs; sisters-in-law: Elva Stubbs, Cleora Mackey, Patricia Demeritte, Susan (Ashton)

Fowler, Portia Newbold; brothers-in-law: Charles Newbold, William (Joyce) Newbold, Harrison (Norma) Newbold; adopted children: Kemuel Pratt, Wilmore Stuart, Craig Newbold, Kingsley Miller & Cedric Carey; other relatives & friends: Rev. Donny Newbold, Adonis, Dr. Ricardo, Alasandro, Annia, Sterling, Judith, Amanda, Lynda, Tiffany, Nicolette, Harrison Jr, Jawari & Logan Newbold, Nikita Rolle, Karlos & Karva Mackey, Shakira Seymour, Dr. Tamara Evans, Ayana Ferguson & Miguel Burrows, Mureno Cunningham, Jayla Stubbs, Milton Newbold, Elliot Lightbourne, Rev. Elvis Burrows, Thomas Jr, Micklyn & Travis Lightbourne, Dawson Smith, Andrea, Valerie & Sonia Lightbourne, Shirley Sturrup & Antoinette Richardson, Emrick Seymour, Octavious & Reuben Stuart, Vincet Newbold, Rev. Melton Newbold, Rev. Cecil Newbold, Dainette Bonimy, Christopher Stubbs, Verdell Munnings, Naomi Newbold, Ann Burrows & family, Enid Cambridge, Nurse Elaine Stuart, Nurse Mackey, Jenniemae Higgs, Rosadell Stubbs, Evelyn Bowles, Rev. Sandra Bowles, Altamese Carey, Sheba Webb & family, Irene Ramsey & family, Ruth Dean, Merilee and Fenamae, Rev. Minette Cripps, Rev. Berklyn Newbold, Rev. Fritz Stubbs, Alworth Rolle, Annabel Burrows, Kizzy Stuart, Delcena, Marvin & Will Stubbs, Marcus & Desmond Newbold, Trina Pratt, Mrs. Margaret Cleare & family, Ethlyn Rolle & family, Latario Smith & family, Teddiemae Bain & family, Lenamae, Debbie, Sylvia Mitchell & family, Soloist Yasmine Newbold & family, Mr. Ivan Blackman & family, Mr. Michael Harris & family, Dennis Thompson, Rev. Carrol Johnson & family, Dr. Kolli, Rev. Storr & family, Charles Campbell & family, Perry Williams & family, Danny King, Tito Thurston, Rev. Elva Dean, Mrs. Chriswell, Marion Johnson, Robert Bonimy, Chrissy Sargeant, Roston, Vera Moss, Brinette White, Linda, Cortez, Denny, Wallace, Vanny Turner, Geraldine Cruikshank, Winifred Munnings, Elec Farrington & family, Nurse Barton, Nurse Rolle, The entire community of Orange Creek, & Arthur’s Town, Cat Island, Great Bethel Methodist Church family, St. Mark’s Native Baptist Church family, & The entire Fox Hill community.

Relatives and friend may pay their lasts respects at Newbold Brothers Funeral Chapel at the Rev. Dr. Stafford Newbold Suite on (TODAY) Thursday from 6:00pm 7:00pm and on Saturday at St. Mark Native Baptist Church 8:00am until service time on Saturday.

Funeral Service For

Funeral Service For

Andrewnique Peaches Dieuveuil, 25

of Faith Avenue, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Wedneday, 10 December, 2025 will be held at Bethel Faith Ministries International Inc, Baillou Hill Road South, New Providence on Saturday, 17th January, 2026 at 2:00pm. Officiating will be Bishop Burton P. Fox JP assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.

She was predeceased by her mother: Rosemae Dieuveuil.

She is survived by her daughter: Skyler Dieuveuil; sisters: Keiarra and Clemia Lafrance; brother: Isaiah Russell; aunts: Rodline and Dirosett Dieuville; uncle: Ronald Dieuville and other of relatives and friends

Relatives and friends may pay their lasts respects at Newbold Brothers Funeral Chapel on (TODAY) Thursday from 6:00pm to 7:00pm and on Saturday from 1:00pm until service time.

Derek E. Rahming, 63

of Waterford Eleuthera, Bahamas and formerly of The Bluff, South Andros, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 10:00am at Vision of Hope Church of God in Christ, Charles Saunders Highway, New Providence, Bahamas.Officiating will be Bishop Roy Burrows assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Spikenard and Cowpen Roads, New Providence.

His memories will always live on in the hearts of his loving wife: Lynn Whylly Rahming; daughter: Denique; step sons: Remeco, Ramon, and Renard; father: Daniel Rahming; grand sons: Michael, Malique and Liam and Amias; grand daughter: Addy; brothers: McDonald, Spencer, Lawrence, Lorenzo and Arnold Rahming; sisters: Yvonne Rahming, Judy Rahming Roberts, Euta Rahming- Neilly and Shanique Rahming; sisters-in-law: Carol, Sybil, Miriam, Toya Rahming, Shirley Whylly, Alma Brice, Thelma Ferguson (Kevin) and Debbie Miller (Glen); brothers-in-law: Luis Roberts, Frantz Antoine,Hansel, Philip Errol (Mary) and Lambert; nieces: Pam L.(Wayne), Alexis,Alexandria,Shontay, Lauren, Brenda, Ternisha and Meagan Rahming, Shantell- Rahming Daring, Vanessa Charlton, Jasmine Charlton-Fountain, Racquel Neilly, Rickkia Williams, Eunique Kerr, Cheronda Roberts and Inderia Andrews, Roselda, Tanya Brown, Stacey Whylly, Jordanee ( Clayton), Danique, Tameka , Sharon (Bobby), Tiffy, Keva; nephews: Sterling Charlton Jr., Dino, Reno Tevin, Renard, Cornell, Doniel, Dontae, Kenazeo, Lorenzo Jr., Spencer Jr., Randy, Anero, Jacent Jr. and Jamaal Rahming, Tamias Antoine and Scott Smith; aunts: Doraleen Gibson, Katherine Bain, Cheryl, Joyce, Silvia, Ivy and Eleanor Smith and Margaret (Hilbert) Richards; uncles: Stephenson and Kendal Smith and Napoleon Whylly; close friend: Chassie Sands; numerous relatives and friends including: Israel and Albert Rahming, Kevin, Toriano, David, Toniel, Deardio, Glen Jr., Maxine ,Marcus, Toya ,Nishka, Gerano, Steven, Venti, Shen B. Patten, Ian, Olando, Water Ford Family, Margaret & Family, Officer Brown & Family, Albert Brown & Family, S Karey &Family, Jimmy Brown & Family, Straely & Family, Cara & Family, Daphne Adderley & Family, Tanisha Gibson & Family, Kim & family, Rochelle & Family, Mario &Family, Edmund & Family, Creola & Family, Rudy & Family, Gary &Family, Allison & Family, Greg Jo and family, Keisha & Family, Glo & Family, Jackson & Family, Buray Family, Pastor Della & Family, John Mackey Family. All of Habour Island, Spanish Wells, Bluff Upper and Lower Bouque, Pastor Ward, Pastor Helen, Sis Knowles Kendell, Erica B and Family Genea Family, Ann, Henry, Cash Kelleys, Josette Family, Uncle Ralph and the gang. Jacks’ Bay family, Dishay & Family and Dunmore Family, Chase Sands good friend The entire South Eleuthera community. St. Luke’s Baptist Church FamilyWaterford. Jacks Bay family, Dunmore Family.

May his soul rest in peace

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Legacy Memorial Mortuary, Mount Royal Plaza, Mount Royal Avenue, New Providence on Friday, January 15th, 2026 from 10:00am-5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:00am until service time.