02052026 OBITUARIES

Due to the volume of Obituaries, today’s publication is in two sections. Thursday, February 5, 2026

Memorial Mass for Darius J. Unwala

MBChB(Hons),

THANKS

IN LOVING MEMORY

SECTION

Formerly of Palatial Estates, Paradise Island, The Bahamas, and late of Pepper Pike, Cleveland Ohio, will be held at 9:45 am on Saturday 7th February 2026 at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, West Hill Street, Nassau. His Grace Archbishop Patrick C. Pinder, S.T.D., C.M.G., K.C.*H.S., will officiate.

Darius Jimmy Unwala was predeceased by his grandparents, Nam Hein and Beryl Cynthia Nguyen (Nassau, Bahamas) and Keki and Dolly Unwala (Mumbai, India), and his Uncle Dr. Rumi K. Unwala (Mumbai, India).

Left to treasure his memories are his wife, Dr. Rashmi Unwala, and their children Nikhil, Yasmin and Cyrus Unwala (Cleveland, Ohio), parents, Jimmy and Stephanie Unwala, brother, Jehan and his wife, Dr. Kristen Welsh Unwala and nephews, Owen and Ethan Unwala (Nassau, Bahamas); Aunts and uncles, Dianne and Carey Sayer (England), Donna and Frank Comito (North Carolina, U.S.A.), Bonnie Lynn Nguyen (Nassau), and Meena Unwala (Mumbai, India); Cousins, Alexander Sayer and his wife Thea and Matthew Sayer and his wife Emily (England), Lisa Albury and Christopher Comito (North Carolina), Kya Nguyen-Bates (Nassau), Khristy Nguyen (New York), Zubin Unwala and his wife Leah (New Zealand), Neville Unwala (Australia), and Roni Unwala and his wife Natasha (Canada); God children, Ali Kikivarakis (England) and Vance Darius Taylor (Nassau); Other relatives including the family of Maude Mayers, Thelma Cumberbatch, Edwin Spencer, and the late Karl Spencer; Marsha King, Dr. Joe Mennen, and friends around the world too numerous to mention.

In lieu of flowers, persons wishing to honor Dr. Unwala may do so by sending a donation to Cancer Society of The Bahamas using the website cancersocietybahamas.org.

Celebration Service For

Adrain Fritz, 51

died on Tuesday, January 20th, 2026 will be held at Zion South Beach Baptist Church, Zion Boulevard, South Beach New Providence, Bahamas on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Reverend Anthony A. Sampson - Pastor, ZSBBC 2nd Vice President, ZUBC assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Cremation will following.

Left to cherish his memories are his mother: Helen Fritz; special friend: Celeste; one son: Adrian Jr.; 3 daughters: Adrianna, Christasia & Amaya; sister: Arnette Fritz- Taylor; niece: Alexandria Morley; grand nieces: Sanie & Shaddai Morley; nephew: Saint Tino Morley; aunts: Ruth Smith, Dorothy Godet, Clara Bain, Iva Bain, Rose McPhee; uncles: Audley Bain, Kermit Rolle, Andrew Rolle; cousins: Katie, Sharon, Derek & Oscar Smith, Kelly Lynes, Dena Moxey, Danny, Denise, Bre Audra McDonald, Gawain, Ashante Daniel, Michael, Aaliyah Hall, Trinee, Daijah, Deandre, Jamal, Terry Burrows, Sylvia Arnold, Charity Carey, Hubert, Melvin, David, Denise, Lotty, Blanch, Denine, Kermetra, Shiela, The brown Family, Lorenzo, Cherelle & Idell Roker, The Roker Family, Garden Hills Family, Rollie Angela Morley & Family D.j Fro, Delores & family, Lavern Martin & Family, The Williams Family; god brother: Stevie; god mother: Garnell, Judy musgrove, Ernestine & Melanie McPhee, Christanique; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Serenity Funeral Home and Crematorium on Friday from 12:00noon to 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 1:00pm until service time.

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Death Notice For

Mrs. Sandra Ramsey, 72

Ridgeland Park West #2, Roberta Drive, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026.

She was predeceased by her husband: Cedric Ramsey.

She is survived by her daughters: Nadia, Samantha and Aaliyah; grandchildren: Rayneisha, Rickeisha, Keanna, Mychael and Ottavio; great grandson, Stefano Knowles; brothers: Dexter Whyms Miguel Bastian, Carlos Bain and Clint Martin; sisters: Penny Williams; adopted sisters: Judy Archer, Bernadette Delancy, Barbara Burrows and Betty Collie; nieces: Lashan Gray, Patreka Bain, Carlisa and Cassidy Williams and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a future date.

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Celebration Service For Deacon Michael Terrell Russell, 57

of Winton Meadows, New Providence, Bahamas who died at his residence on Thursday, January 15th, 2026 will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at Church of God, Carmichael Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Overseer Sharon Nairn assisted by Bishop G. Elton Major.

Mr. Russell was predeceased by his wife: Mrs. Janice Nixon Russell.

Left to cherish his memories are his sisters: Darnell Russell Ferguson, Sherry Russell Nixon, Alma Russell, Eloise Russell; brothers: Carlton Russell, Keith Russell, Toney Russell, Eric Russell, Wendell Russell, Herman Russell, Kenneth Russell, Eric Russell Jr.; sisters-in-law: Sedrica Russell, Elizabeth Russell, Cheryl Russell, Margarette Russell, Tia Russell Stepchildren: Kendrick Tinker, Shavon Dixon ,Cowen Burrows, Coinette Burrows, Chakara Burrows; nieces: Samantha Russell, Wendy Jagtiani, Shervante Nixon, Chelsi Russell, Charlotte Russell, Shakara Russell, Shantia Russell, Toneika Russell, Latonya Russell, Lakeisha Barrett, Shirgregor Saunders, Russchellea Russell, Eddice Russell, Yvette, Bianca Russell, Eunika Russell, Joan Roker, Kenva Thomas, Milisha, Leotha Munroe, Chastity Bartram; nephews: Preston Ferguson Jr., Perdallion Nixon Jr., Renaldo Russell, Anthony Russell, Lawrence Russell, Chadwick Russell, Jermaine Russell, Keith Russell Jr., Anfernee Russell, Jason Major, Gregory Saunders Jr., Eduardo Greenslade, Tiano Russell, Anthony Russell, Valentino Russell, Don Russell, Elton Russell, Phillip Cooper Sr., Godfrey Cooper Sr., Allen Cooper, Gregory, Bradley Garfield Munroe; 20 grand nieces, 18 grand Nephews; cousins: Engorla “Angie” McIntosh, Erlis Sawyer Randolph, Ellis Gibson, Rayshell Burrows, Racquel McIntosh, Leslia McIntosh, Anastasia Sawyer, Aaliyah Gibson, Rejoin Gray, Eva Ballard, Ruth Curry, Leroy Curry, Betty Milford, Eric Curry, Angela Curry, Anthony Curry, Susan McKenzie, Stanley Vanzaylen, Darnell Chipman-Ward, Sonia Chipman, Donna Chipman, Mitzie Chipman-Neely, Chris Russell, Tony Rolle, Maria Rolle, Tyrone Rolle, Lionel Rolle, Valderine Rolle,Elijah Mills, Earlyn Mills, Vernetta Curry, Juney McIntosh, Allardyce Russell, Krik Russell,

Vanya Russell, Emma Foulkes, Maria; other relatives & friends: Ventrus “Diddia” Taylor, Michie Bodie, Nicole Miller, Christine Key, Alma Eloise (Toronto, Canada), Vincent Cleare, Corin Adderley The Class of 1985 C. C. Sweeting School, the Church of God Breach Road, Farrington Road Community, Fox Hill Community, Carmichael Road Community, Cheryl and Nick Wyatt, Unity Fellowship Int’l Church Bishop Anthony & Shona Nairn, Bishop Eiton & Michelle Major Metropolitan Church, Bishop Daniel Hall & family Church of God, Rev Sherelle Saunders & Family Church The Mega Worship Centre, Great Stirrup Cay, Ruthmae Rolle & Family, Mr, Craig Fox & Family and other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Unity Fellowship Church, Hospital Lane, New Providence on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and at the church on Saturday from 9:30am until service time.

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Death Notice For Mr. Cyril Green, 78

of Pinders, Mangrove Cay, Andros, Bahamas died Saturday, 24th January, 2026 in Pinders, Mangrove Cay, Andros.

He is survived by his children: Linamae Green; sisters: Marion M. Green, Gwendolyn Green; brothers: Cleveland Green; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews too numerous to mention at this time.

Funeral Announcements will be announced at a future date.

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Families are our #1 Priority

Death Notice For

The Evans Family announces the passing of Mr. Glenroy “Milo” Evans, 65 of Cowman Lane off Malcolm Road who died on Monday, January 12th, 2026 at his residence.

He is survived by his Wife: Claudette Carruthers-Evans

Children: Larado, Arnold, Glenlisa, Glenroy III, and Glenora Evans

Sisters: Pastor Loreen Evans Russell, (twin sister); Sarah EvansDemeritte, Minister Ruthy Mae Evans-Hanna, Helena Evans, Glenva Evans and Desiree Evans-Bethel.

Step Sister: Bianca Cleare

Step Brother: Mark Cleare

Numerous Nieces and Nephews, grand nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends especially the neighbors of Cowman Lane.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clarke’s Funeral Home and Crematorium and will be announced at a later date

Death Notice For

The McPhee Family announces passing of, Mr. Joseph Leroy McPhee, 76 of Ghana Circle, Elizabeth Estates who died on Saturday, January 31st, 2026 at his Residence.

He was preceded in death by his Wife: Patricia Meadows-McPhee; Father: Jarvis McPhee; Mother: Leah Taylor-McPhee; Brothers: James and Livingston McPhee.

He will be greatly missed by his Sons: Leroy and Bruce McPhee.

Daughters-in-law: Beverly and Dorine McPhee.

Sisters: Shirley McPhee, Miriam Bain and Doreen Strachan.

Aunt: Daisy Ingraham

Many Nephews, Nieces, Grand Nieces and Nephews, Cousins, and other Relatives and Friends.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clarke’s Funeral Home and Crematorium and will be announced at a later date

Death Notice For

The Brown Family announces the passing of Mervin Brown, 92 of Jasmine Lane, Culmersville and formerly of Blanket Sound, Andros who died on Friday, January 16th, 2026, at his residence.

He survived by his Family: Beverley, Oswald, Denice, Veronica, Rosemary, Greg, Emaico, and Lashan

Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Grandnieces, Grandnephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clarke’s Funeral Home and Crematorium and will be announced at a later date

Death Notice For

The Woodside Family announces the passing of their beloved Husband and Brother, Mr. Peter Woodside, 50 of Opulent Drive, Carmichael Road who died on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026 in Orlando Health Cardiovascular Institute, Orlando Florida.

Peter is survived by his Wife: April Stuart-Woodside.

Sisters: Elizabeth Collie, Unetta, Patricia and Margauritta Woodside, Jennifer Simms, Coleen Smith, and Marva Klass.

Brothers: Cecil, Samuel and Sherlin Woodside, and George Greene.

Parents-in-law: Mr. Fritz Stuart Sr. and Mrs. Oraline Stuart.

Aunts: Teazel Bowe, Irene Pinder, Jenniemae Russell and Esther Woodside.

Uncles: Bill Russell and Gabriel Woodside.

Sisters-in-law: Virginia Woodside, Vandia Smith, Mary Elizabeth Stuart, Darnell Stuart, and Joyce Bowe.

Brothers-in-law: Fritz Jr. and Oral Stuart, and Jamal Smith.

Numerous Nephews, Nieces, Grand Nieces and Nephews, Cousins, and other Relatives and Friends.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clarke’s Funeral Home and Crematorium and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Services For Sanvano Barret Francis, 21

a resident of Wemyss Bight, Eleuthera, Bahamas who died on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at St. Anne’s Roman Catholic Church, Rock Sound, Eleuthera. Father David Cooper will officiate. Interment will follow in the St. Anne’s Cemetery, Rock Sound, Eleuthera.

Precious memories are held by his father: Jhon Francis; mother: Vercirta Francis; brothers: Dorcely & Riggens Danave, Randall Tynes, Steven Miller, Johnny (deceased), Julian (Jessica), Reco (Regena), Treco, Franko, Dawayne & Shawn Francis; sisters: Nelta Danave, Nastascia Tynes, Lillian Simeon, Roslyn Francis Johnson (Edwin), Margaret, Marilyn & Lakera Francis, Angelique Leary, Sherryann Scavella, Marsha Neely (Franklyn); godparents: Mrs. Philip, Sharitha, Styne; goddaughter: Jaaniya Munnings; uncle: Saintverti Clairizier; aunts: Sainvita Dalmond, Celliane Joseph, Harette Dreyis Saintania Joseph, Christine Saunders (Wallace), Althea Bullard, Rose Ferguson (Queme); nephews: Malachi & Kiarah Aisha Denave, Tawan, Devon (deceased), D’angelo & Johnny Francis, Martino Francis, Deon Jr., Rajeev, Tarrell & Johnathan Armbrister, Lanceley & Lannix Simeon, Juliano (Deandra) & Julian Jr. Francis, Malik Dean, Cameron Scavella, Callan Munroe, Josh Francis, Chance Edgecombe, Geordante Neely, Treco Francis; nieces: Christasia Knowles, Leah Skaylie Denave, Deandra & Deonique Armbrister, Joniqua, Alexus, Shawnelia, Shalanda, Shawna, Juliann, Rhia, Rylee, Glenderia & Marcia Francis, Johnniqua Culmer, Geordia Neely; grandnephews: Deon Ambrister Jr., Martino Jr., Makhai, Daniel & D’Angelo Jr. Francis, Jaden Cartwright, Tarrell Armbrister Jr., David & Daniel Sweeting, Shario Albury, Garrison Pyfrom; grandnieces: Julianna, Janae, Abigail & Jo’Lissia Francis, Kylie Ingraham, Voneya Bain, Ameira Sears; cousins: Nerlande, Ricky, Deodony, Paul-Uguet, Sergeline, Jeanne Laura, Jephthé & Philémon Clairizier, Rose, Sofony, Joshua, Weslley & Johnathan Dalmond, Kimberley Bethel, Tracylee & Christina Morley, Christina Eldon, Tracy Bastian, Ramon & Jermaine Bethel & Family, Nativida Etienne & Family; 49 others second cousins, 39 grand cousins; other relatives & friends: Dexter, George Bain, Perry Sands, Pastor Garth Thompson & Family, Noel Thompson & Family, Mrs. Arnold & Family, Roscoe Thompson & Family, Devalyay, Jamal Munnings, Damon “Ducky” Munnings, Wayne Douglas, Travon Horton, Preston H. Albury High School’s Class of 2022, John Miller & Brother, Swanson Brown, John, Chief Superintendent Mark, Yves & The Barret Family, Margaret & Hilbert Richards, Jennifer Bethel & Family, The Symonette Family, The Culmer Family, Rock Sound & Wemyss Bight Communities.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL, INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on (TODAY) Thursday from 1:00-4:00 p.m. and at the Church in Rock Sound, Eleuthera on Friday from 6:00 p.m. until service time on Saturday.

Jeremy Saint Louis, 11

a resident of Blackwood, North Eleuthera, Bahamas who died on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at New Jerusalem Baptist Church, Blackwood, Eleuthera. Pastor Emile Fortune assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in the Public Cemetery, The Bluff, Eleuthera.

Cherished memories are held by his father: Teodil St. Louis; mother: Rezilia St. Louis; 4 brothers: Jason, Santo, Jeremiah, St. Louis Rosvel Jean; 4 sisters: Kayla, Kevonya, Andrea, St. Louis Jessika Jean; uncles: Jean-Mary St.louis Bertony, Nikenson, Wadson Deshomme Oknel Victor, Ales St. Louis; aunts: Tan Nordelus, Roseline Victor, Selita, Deshomme, Guerla St. Louis, Marlen St. Louis Yolèt St. Louis, Glona St. Louis, Mimose Petit; cousins: Kevin’s Moricette, Jean-Ronald, Erikson Petit-frerè, Stevenson Noel, Mikayèl St. Louis, Flobè St. Louis, Maniyiz St. Louis, Alex Nordelus, Kesnèl Nosan, John Joseph, Revnel Karline Loran, Flodine St Louis, Gerdine St Louis, Alashna St. Louis, Tonya St. Louis, Widlouid Moricette, Rosemalèn Moricette, Chantal Nosan, Kasandra Nosan, Julie, Tetley (Lady. T) Tatiana, Tamara, Cloniva, Clovens, Petit Katyana Jean, Wodlen Jean Antoinette St. Louis Djoudline Joseph, Suzelin Joseph, Johnson Joseph, Louvensky Joseph, Olkenn Joseph, lovensen Joseph, Wedvensen Joseph, Weisen Joseph, Cassandra Joseph, Lorie Joseph, Djordjy Joseph, Sankara Joseph, Ruthneisha Joseph, Brihanka Joseph, Anshika Joseph, Anderley Joseph, Widland Joseph, Kristelle Joseph Skayla Abigaelle Dieujuste, Deneyl Sainphar, Vincent John, Dinerro Sainphar, Denesha Sainphar; other relatives and friends including: the entire community Blackwood community, many others too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES THE NEW COMMONWEALTH FUNERAL HOME, INDEPENDENCE DRIVE on (TODAY) Thursday from 1:00-4:00 p.m. and at the Church in Eleuthera on Friday from 7:00 p.m. until service time on Saturday.

Memorial Service For Funeral Service for Edwin “Eddie” Horton, 72

a resident of Nassau Village, New Providence, Bahamas who died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 6th, 2026 at The Chapel Of Memories, Independence Drive, New Proviodence. Bishop Carrington Pinder will officiate. Cremation was held.

Cherished memories are held by his daughter: Carla Roker-Bain; son: Carlton Roker Jr.; sisters: Janet and Darnell Roker, Brenda (Edward) Watson, Rosemary Cooper, Clarice Forbes and Sonia Ferguson-McLean of New Jersey, USA, and jordan Yearde of New Jersey USA; brother: Christopher Roker of Atlanta Georgia, USA; uncles: Albert Miller and Nehamiah Cooper; nieces and nephews: Yvon (Wanda) Deal, Monique Jones of Atlanta Georgia, Darron (Estelle) Major, Dorminic (Denise) Major, Dario (Shiva) Outten, J.Damond Roker of Memphis, Tennessee USA, Shornique (Xavier) Ferrer of Hollywood Florida, Anthony (Tashika) Stevenson, Iyeasha (Tico) Williams, Jadia (Aaron) Morley, Kwame and Kofi Roker of Atlanta Georgia, Kealya Lightbourne, Katura Lightbourne-Wilchombe, Michaela,Christal, Minnel and Minel Roker, Krisla (Craig) Gibson, McKell (George) Pinder, Shonel (Julius) Knowles, Melissa Ingraham, Michael Jr and Antonio Roker; other relatives and friends including: Sarah Thompson and the children of the late Eric and Genesta Saunders, Children of the late Everette and Iva Miller, Children of the late Naomi Paul, Children of the late Esther Bain, Families and friends of Soldier Road, Redland Acres, Nassau Village and Potters Cay Dock.

Arrangements are entrusted to

of Jubilee Gardens, will be held at Evangelistic Temple, Collins Avenue, on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Dave Cash, assisted by Pastors Keno Smith and Bradick Cleare will officiate. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads.

Left to cherish precious and memorable moment are his, Wife: Jacquelyn Horton (née Pratt); Daughters: Suzette Wallace, Edrica & Erica Horton; Sons: Adrian Horton & Anvil Davis (Mesha). Grand children: Brittney, Brianne, Shaniya, McKayla, Alexander, Reyenko, Andrew, Arron McLeish III & Jordan; Aunt: Ann Humes; Siblings: Theresa Johnson (Louis), Katie Smith, Vernice, Stephanie Horton, Misheann Horton, Loraine Thompson, Willame, Goodman, Joe Horton, Richard Horton and Lillian Saunders; Sisters-in-law: Zerline Sawyer and Emmeritta Cartwright; Nieces & Nephews: Angela, Tara, Pedro, Shan, Jennifer, Camille, Troy, Trevor, Dave, Dionne Patrice, Quentin, Fredrick, Tiffany Lornett, Maria, Giovanni, Terrence, Chukera Lavan Horton and Turkesa Grant. Other relatives and friends: John, Beverly Johnson, Mod Sturrup, Calvin Johnson, Steven, Fred, Christine, Melonie, Micheal, Shawn, Vandyke Butler, Miriam, Sammy, Edison, Reyanaldo Thompson, McLeish Cartwright II, Reno Williams, Clifford Stubbs, Aaron, Roxanne Chipman, the Cabinet Office, Fox Hill family, Fort Fincastle family, the Flamingo Gardens Clinic & the Public Hospitals Authority.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Grace Funeral Home, #36 Rosetta Street, on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and again on Saturday at the Church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service for Channel Chantya Adderley, 19

of a resident of #142 St. Vincent Road, died at The Princess Margaret Hospital on Monday, January 19th, 2026. Service will be held at Bahamas Christian Fellowship Centre, Carmichael Road, on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, at 11 a.m. Officiating will be Apostle Paul Butler, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Left to cherish her memories is her Father: Deon Adderley Sr.; Mother: Phillippa Adderley; Grandfather: Philip (Margueritta) Gardiner; Sisters: Deonté Adderley, Keishell Pintard and Tamika Phillips; Brothers: Deon Jr., Cayden Adderley, and Donavan Smith; Aunts: Michelle Adderley, Diahann Phillips, Marsha, Tiffany, Lotoya and Shawntia Adderley, Carlita Fisher, Dornieka Burns, Cynthia Hart and Karen Lewis; Uncles: Ronald, Dino, Rico, Lothario Adderley, Antoine Burns and Damian Hart; Grand Aunts: Dorothy Miller, Yvonne Williams, George Mae (George) Pratt, Vera (Arlington) Humes, Beverly (Grafton) Rolle, Denise Greene, Yonne, Monalisa and Rachel Lee, Wendy Miller, Cheryl Minnis and Sherry Johnson; Grand Uncles: Jeffery (Diahanna) Williams, Quinton (Lisa) McPhee, Albert, Eugne (Iva) and Franklyn (Paulette) Adderley, Rosevelt (Karen), Sammuel, Kevin (Diane), and Derek Miller, Vincent (Patrice), Johnny (Stacey), Glen (Sonia) and Pedro Lee, Vincent (Karen) Hawkins, Perry (Sonia) Dean, Derek (Susan) Glico, Joseph Murray; Cousins: Marcus and Mario Laing, Melissa Smith, Lisa, Latoya and DeeDee Williams, Ramon, Darran, Ghandi, Sanovia, Eldoran, Kayressa, Cornea, Kevindena, Kevindesha, Kevinnette, Kevin Jr. and Lashonda Miller, Aaron Burns, Remone Jr., Dareno, Raynard and Rayshad Phillips, Taron, Ronika, Jamari Ta’Cario, Ta’Kaeli, Ta’Kaelo, Camron, Brandon, Cynsere and Sierra Adderley, Tavarie and Ta’lia Kemp, A’mor Phillips, Kianna Mackey, Roberto Lewis Jr., Robin, Shavonne Raquel, Tevin and Trey Lewis, Calvin, Alvin, Shantel, Jermaine, Raquel and Melissa Humes, Sophie Basden, Vashti Colebrooke, Taria Bain, Ashanti, Edwin, Corey, Valentino, Shenee, Shamar, Shaniya, Kristique, Selena, Rekeno, Elliott, Anastacia, Livingston, Ervin, Myles,

PJ, Destiny, Dovonia, Candice, Rhae Pratt, Shantya Pratt, Gavin, Vince, Vonnisha, Edwinque, Mykayla, Eddia, Trayvon, Keiari, Talaya, Servantae, Edward, Rickesha, Fanette, Shrelle, Dashawn, VJ, Ellie, EJ, Shaquel, Julissa, Zion, Alitanniece, Domiquie, Huewette Miller, Kameela, Samantha, Franklyn Jr., Marc and Denisia Adderley, Andrew McKenzie, Trevor Lewis, Donna and Ewerton Patton, Keilia, Jayden, JD and DJ Williams, Dennaijah Moxey, Kaijah Stubbs, Dearon Rolle, Antoine Lightbourne, Djimon, Djohn Annalisa, Brianna, Gracie Qunintion Jr., Tanaj and Rashad McPhee, Michelle and Ronnie Occono, Suzanne Williams, Angelica and Dequon McIntonsh, PJ, Dishon, Minister Clyde and Raynell Miller, Rosevelt Miller and Quanny; Special Friends: Ja’janaee Clarke, Malique and Maquale Smith, Akeem Brown, Pharis Nicolls and Zion Beckford; God child: Amelia Collie; God parents: Patrick Dulcio, Jermaine Basden, Nishka Fernander, Collen; Other relatives and friends too numerous to mention: Apostle Paul & Pastor Maxine Butler & The BCFC Family, BCFC Dance Ministry, BCFC Nursey Ministry, BCFC Ushers and Greeters Ministry, Dereck and Peggy Kelly, Elder Agatha Dean and Family, Livingston and Candace Moxey and Family, Bernice Collins and Family, Hector and Vanessa Rolle, Dora Lean Knowles and Family, Taryll Knowles, Carlos & Elmeta Colebrook and Family, Vernita Black and Family, Trevaughn Lightbourne and Family, Melissa Taylor, Paul Lewis, Quinton and Petrona Smith and Family, Natalie Adderley, Kendra Williams and Miracle Oliver, Minster Floyd and Althea Nixon and Family, Anthony and Walteria Rolle, Mark and Antoinette Hanna and Family, Tanya Walkes and Family, Marie Moss and Family, Arinthia Komolafe, Pia Glover-Rolle, Keith Bell, Charlotte Green, Rokeisha Smith and Family, The Beckford Family, The Williams Family, The Malcolm Road family, C.V. Bethel Class of 2023, Carlton E. Francis Primary School Class of 2017, The University of The Bahamas, The Bahamas Baptist Community College, The Staff of Mr. Ship It, The Staff of BANSA, The Staff of JetLocker, The Mason Addition Family, The Staff of The Cove and The Reef Atlantis, Shell Saxons Superstars Junkanoo Family, Katara Brice; and other family and friends too numerous to mention.

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

Funeral Services for Edwin Grafton Barrow, 78

a resident of East Alexander Blvd., Nassau, Bahamas, and formerly of Bridgetown, Barbados, died on Wednesday, January 21st, 2026, at Princess Margaret Hospital. His service will be held at Bahamas Harvest Church, J.F.K Drive, on Thursday, February 5th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Wendell Williams, who will be assisted by Pastor Mario Moxey. Cremation will follow.

He is predeceased by soulmate and loving wife: Henrietta Barrow.

Left to mourn is his, Wife: Princess Moxey-Barrow; Sons: Fabian Darlington, Clay Smith, Ricardo, Travarus and Antone Barrow; Daughters: Mona Jordan Harewood (predeceased), Gayle and Edwina Barrow, Dawn Moss-Kemp; Grandchildren: Ricardo Jr., Thelema, Alethea and Sierra, Travarus Jr., Chardonnay and Travario Barrow, Abigail Alain, Lenna and Corey Jordan, Zarious Darlington, Myles Chandler, Aaliyah Gomes-Darlington, Edward, Keimora, Dawnicqua and Tomeiko Kemp, Aaiden and Aniyah Farrington, Rashad and Torez Smith; Great Grandchildren: Tyherah Jordan, Samya Barrow, Maliyah Harding, Kyrah, Kahlina, Kevaia and Kyrie Kemp, Syhiem Courtney; Sisters-in-law: Una (Alex) Forbes, Sandra, Paula, Cynthia and Audrey Smith (predeceased); Brothers-in-law: Nat (Denise) and Albert Smith (predeceased); Daughter-in-law: Yvonne Smith; Inherited Son & Daughters: Datus Farrington, Cherise and Mirlande Barrow; Siblings: Marion Clarke, Avril Nedd, Barbara Sampson, Ava Maria Lewis, Judy Sampson, Yonette Sampson, Enid Sampson (predeceased), Basil Sampson of the USA, Dennis (Margaret) Sampson of the UK, Samuel Sampson, Brian Sampson of Barbados; Nieces & Nephews: Michelle and Lesa Barrow, Tameka, Nathalie and Javon (Kenya) Smith, Sakethra (Livingston) Saunders, Dakota Coakley, Locksley Bean, Marques, Yorkes, Patricks, Taylors of Barbados and many others; Other Relatives and Friends: Margo Oliver, Ronald, Janice Jones and Kenrick Barrow of Barbados, Darnley Sealy, Mark Hall, Clem Foster, DTM, Teddy Gazette (predeceased), Pastor Wendell (Emily) Williams, Diaram Prabhu, Arnold Yorke, Anna Louis, Robert Brize, Melissa Edgecombe, Moreen Smith of Canada, Marcia Hunte, Jennifer Wilson, Fritzgerald, Yvette Smith, Bradley Brown, Marcus Charles, Wilfred and Delores Clarke, Dr. Judith Hall, Christopher Jordan, Justin Francis, Monique Butler, Claudine, Earlene and Earl Farrington and many others in The Bahamas and Barbados.

Link for Service: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14UakanWqAu/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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 Wednesday and again at the church from 9:00 a.m. to service time on Thursday.

Frances Jane Moss, 71

a resident of 180 Alcedor Street, Yellow Elder, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, January 16th, 2026. Service will be held at The New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Baillou Hill Road, on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Alfred Stewart, assisted by Pastor Theophilus Claridge. Interment will be at Southern Cemetery, Spikenard Road.

She is survived by her loving Son: Ken George Moss; Daughter-in-law: Cheryl Moss; Grandchildren: Kenny Moss, Alphanique Stubbs, Naka, Jahaeim, Kenice, and Ken Jonathan Moss, Matchelyn and Jonathan Lopez; Great Grand Children: Jordan and Liam Naka; Step Grandchildren: Shavana Rolle, Lestia and Timothy Clarke; Step Great Grandchildren: Aljanique Thompson, Kymarrah Ferguson, Leniya Lookie, Timothy and Tariq Clarke; Brothers (3): John, David and James Moss; Sister (1): Mary Simmons; Nephews (15): Dehavilland, Davith, Duval, Derbit, Denrick, Marcus, Kevin, Keith, Berkley, Michael, Eugene, Colin, Jonathan, Stephen and Jason; Nieces (7): Stactia, Stephanie, Coline, Daisy, Tirza, Kesha, Shkovia, Nikeitha Rolle, Aniska Moss, Melford and Tameka Moss; Other Relatives and friends including: Merrylee Nelson & Family of Miami Florida, Nita Trotman and family, Scieska Burrows and and family, Terry Johnson and family, Aletal and the Adderley family, Dencie and Brown family, Alice Rolle, Tina, Jason and Andrea Wheeler, Keith and Gale Mortimor, William and Karen Smith, Philip and Keeva Rolle, Stephen and Sylvia Rolle, Alkin and Claudina Gibson, Mr. and Mrs. Burrows and family, Janice Moss, Mrs. Ward and family, Stephana, Dequant, Christina and Cindy Wallace, Lenroy Lookie, Deneiro Fawkes, Nyiesha Cash and family, Jarmaine Sturrup, Jermaine Rahming, Christopher Cox, Deborah Roberts, Shawn Seymour, Jackson Saunders, Gertrude Daxon and family Marcus Daxon and family, Lorenzo Woodside, Mr. Hanna and family, Pastor Daniel Small and family, Deborah Kerr Gibson and family, Deidre Finley Shure and family, Mervin Kerr and family, The New Mount Zion Baptist Church family, Pastor Alfred Stewart and family, Mr. Clarke and the entire Old Cedar Street Community family, The Yellow Elder Garden Family, and Lyford Cay Home Owner’s Associates. The family sincerely apologies for any names that may have been inadvertently missed.

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

Military Funeral Service for Grade II Immigration Officer Destiny Tangela Casey Cooper, 23

a resident of Bellot Road East, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, January 9th, 2026. Service will be held at Christ Community Church, Bellot Road, on Thursday, February 12th, 2026, at 11:00

a.m. Officiating will be Elder Lionel Sands, assisted by other Ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

She is predeceased by her Mother: Jacqueline McSweeney-Cooper.

She is survived by her, Father: Cazzie Covance Cooper; Brother: Daniel Cooper; Aunts: Prescola Stubbs, Joan McKenzie, Kira Horton, Tanya McCartney, India (Marco) Mackey, Thea, and Alia Elliott, Fallon and Erin Stubbs; Uncles: Lukandah Gardiner Sr. (Dendra) Khristian Cooper, Micah Valdes, Anwar, Michael, Rhyan, and Rhandi Elliott; Cousins: Jermaine, Roniqua, Biancia, Prescott, Tyreek, Raeghan, Khyi, Khaila, Lukandah Jr., Dalia, Antionette (Gerrad, Annalise, Gerrad Jr.), Patricia Stubbs (Tony, Dominic), Paulette Rolle, Khyla Ambrose (Charles, Shondrell), Margarette Fynes (Mervin, Mitchell), Mitchell Rolle (Tamara, Amari), Ulan Dawkins (McQuessa, Landon, L’Mour), Nadine Munroe (Prophet Stephen, Jiji, Jojo, Emmanuel), Gheston and Delissa Dawkins, Katherine (Akeem); Granduncles: Bruce (Diana), George (Tammy), Norbert (Angela) and Jerome (Edris) Elliott, Kenneth (Eula), and Barry Pratt, Elvis and Steve (Uhura) Woodside, Uncle Jeffrey Cooper (Flossie Mae); Grand aunts: Verona (Ervin) Missick, Nicola Elliott, Naomi Dean, Judy Woodside; Bestfriends: Jermayne Mackey, Anderia Huyler, Jodie Sears, Sara Wood, Jadynn Gibson, Erin Culmer, Gillian Mackey, Eden Bethell, Nicholas Sands, Jemrica Adderley, Ty Palmer, Niah Rolle; Other relatives and friends including: Breezes All Inclusive Hotel, Department of Immigration, Pastor Deanza Cunningham & Family, Christ Community Church, Bahamas, Immigration A Squad 2022, Queens College, Solomon’s Yamacraw, A.F. Adderley, Minister Keith Bell and Family, The Entire Bellot Road and Golden Gates No. 2, The Wilsons, Oswald Brown, Theresa Thompson, Dr. Marcella Ferguson, Inspector Denrea Johnson, Rev. Derrick Elliott, The Stubbs and Pinder, The Cooper Family, The McSweeney Family, The Dawkins Family,

Lillard Elliott, Lorraine Elliott, Margaret Inniss, Jacquline Gray & Family, Pauline Smith and Family, Shanell Wilson and Family, Sybil Johnson and Family, Cassandra Gibbons, Leonardette King, Judith Knowles, Linda Sears Jaykano, Fayjen, Jewel Cartwright, Jem Rolle, Jason Cartwright, Marvin Rolled, Sarah Cooper, Anya Cooper, Gail Wisdom & family, Kenneth Symonette & family, Patrick & Laverne Symonette & family, Maya Nottage & family, Kymani Symonette and others too numerous to list.

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 Wednesday and again at the church from 10:00 a.m. to service time on Thursday.

Death Notice for Randoll Rolle Jr., 68

of Newbold Street, died at his residence on Thursday, January 29th, 2026.

He is survived by his Wife: Lurlene Rolle; Children: Deidre Rolle, Deon Rolle-Lubin, Dixie and Jason Rolle; Grandsons: Weston Lubin and Jason Rolle Jr.; Sisters: Marina Glinton and Lisa Armbrister; Brothers: Mario and Shawn Rolle; In laws: Wisly Lubin and Ashley Rolle; Grand-uncle: David Ferguson, including a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

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Jenny Darlene McKay, 66 née Ellis

of Comet Terrance, Carmichael Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Matthew Town, Inagua, Bahamas died at her residence on Monday, 2nd February, 2026.

She was predeceased by her parents: Thomas and Annie Ellis; sister: Cheryl Bain, Irene Hall.

Beautiful and Joyful memories live on in the hearts of her husband: Herman Frederick McKay; son: Fredreon McKay; grandchildren: Freddria McKay, Fredreon McKay Jr. and Zion Stubbs; brothers: Wellington Ellis (Vivianna) and Quinton Ellis; sisters: Jean Williams, Norma Hanchell (Kervin) and Doreen Cox (Neville), Monique Williams; step daughter: Angelique McKay; aunts: Maria Minnis of Florida and Ivy Williams of South Caicos; special friends: Angela Smith and Quentell Bain; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

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

Geneva Strachan, 84

of Dundas Town, Abaco, Bahamas died at her residence on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026.

She is survived by her 3 sons: Keith Albury, (Norma) Advardo Major (Miranda), Ricardo Johnson (Latrisha); 2 daughters: Judy Wilmore (Anderson) and Wanda McIntosh (Ansel); 1 brother: Milton Albury Jr. (Rosena); and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Florina Russell, 62

of Fox Town, Abaco, Bahamas who died on Tuesday, January 9, 2026 will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, 11:00am at Endtime Harvest Ministries, Crown Haven, Abaco. Officiating will be Bishop Tyrone Mills assisted by Pastor Daniel Curry. Interment will follow in Fox Town Public Cemetery, Fox Town, Abaco.

Precious memories will linger in the hearts of her father: Ralph (Deloris - step mother) Russell; sisters: Carnetta (Hamilton) Russell, Rapunzel (Marcus) Pinder, Shanasco (Hue) Campbell, Bridgette, Shavandi, Shamyell, Shaquinta and Mariska Russell; brothers: Clint and Clyde Russell; household relatives (nieces & nephews): Covan (Alvin) Saunders, Alfonzo (Charmaine) Parker, Faylean (Elvis) Sweeting, Henzel (Vashtie) Russell, Shavenia (Desmond) Albury, Hampton (Shawny) Russell, Carrington and Addington Russell; nieces & nephews: Carnell Thomas, Renardo Moxey, Rashard (Tedrone) Russell, Crystal (Robert) Outten, Tavara (Francois) Innocent, Clint Jr., Elva and Angel Russell, Marquis and Makaiyah Pinder, Tre’sure and Terrano Bowleg, Trenten and Tavannah Campbell, Julius Fife, Shanaz and Codeiro McIntosh, Amar, Amajhi, Amani, Mealeah and Mahkai Russell; grand nieces & nephews: Devin (Talia) & Neko Saunders, Alvinna (Lecedio) Cooper, Meguel, Azriel & Mikeal Parker, Joethano McDermott, Courtney (Ketra) McIntosh, Te’Shawn Curry, Tray (RaeAnn) Curry, Harmony Russell, Elvardo & Jaroam Russell, Javon Pinder, Abigail & Avery Innocent, Neveah, Larenzo, D’Nadre & Jamier Russell, Theodore Murray & Amari Thompson; great-grand nieces & nephews: Tanisha & Javano McDermott, Devon, Deon, Declan and Neko Jr. Saunders, Cherish McIntosh, Zaiden Stuart, Te’Shawn Jr., Otessa Albury; cousins: Melvin, Sidney, Jack, Plural and Patrice Wells, Ranville Russell, Sherlin Rolle, Jr., Venable & Rudolph Rolle, Ted Murray, Lionel, Don, Earlyn and Pastor Tyrone Mills, Joey, Floyd Jr., Ricardo, Jason, Craig, Maxwell & Atis Thompson, Olivia Pierre, Vera Smith,

Ellen Williams, Gerelene Curry, Princess Bain, Carolyn Fox, Venzalee Martin, Sandra Parker, Shirley Outten, Valderine Mills, Vernetta Curry, Junie McIntosh, Sylvia Pinder, Emma Foulkes, Sherry Rolle, Renae Russell, Shantell Pinder and Kizzy Thompson; godchildren: Latanya Cash & Sonia McIntosh; special friend: Jeremiah McIntosh; other relatives and friends: Alcardia Saunders, Leanne McIntosh, Jamado Curry, Kadesha Stuart, Megan Laing, Rokana, Jermaine & Jermeeza McIntosh, Russell Family, McIntosh Family, Mills Family, Wells Family, Grant Family, Thompson Family, and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

Viewing will be held at the Endtime Harvest Ministries, Crown Haven, Abaco on Friday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and on Saturday from 9:00 am until service time.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by Vaughn O. Jones Memorial Center, Mt. Royal Avenue and Talbot Street, New Providence, Bahamas.

Death Notice For

Dewitt Eugene Pratt, 45

a resident of St. Thomas Road, Golden Gates #2, New Providence, Bahamas who passed away at the Cleveland Clinic, Weston, Florida on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

He was pre-deceased by his father: Withmoor Lorenzo Pratt.

He is survived by his mother: Deborah Pratt; sons: Jordan and De’very Pratt; daughter: Devae Pratt; brothers: Lorenzo Pratt, Marcus Pratt (Cheryl) and Hugh Pratt; sister: Precious Simmons (David); numerous aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Diana Elizabeth Knowles, 82

of Waterloo Road, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, 10:00am at St. Anne’s Anglican Church, Fox Hill Road. Officiating will be Archdeacon The Venerable Hugh Bartlett Jr. assisted by Retired Archdeacon, The Venerable G. Kingsley Knowles and the Clergy. Interment will follow in the Church’s Cemetery.

Diana was predeceased by her mother: Eulalee Knowles; father: Augustus Knowles; brothers: Charles Knowles, Douglas Knowles, Augustus Knowles and Eric Knowles; sister: Genevieve Sampey; niece: Kristina Knowles; sisters-in-law: Sylvia Knowles, Josephine Knowles and Dawn Knowles; son-in-law: Gordon Lowe; grandson: Khyle Parker; exhusband: Tyrone Knowles.

Left to cherish her memories are her children: Donna Lowe, Peter Knowles, Ian Knowles, Suzette Parker, Derek Knowles and Leanne Sawyer; grandchildren: Megan Knowles, Dylan Lowe, Lauren Lowe, George Sawyer III, Maya Parker, Caleigh Sawyer, and Carolanne Sawyer; daughter-in-law: Lolita Treco; sons-in-law: George Sawyer and Quincy Parker; sister: Patricia Evans; in-laws: Richard Evans and Marianne Knowles; numerous nieces and nephews and their children: Georgia and Dax Russell, Jessica Albury, Joy and Patrick Ryan Kane, Stephen Knowles and Family, Gunnar Knowles and Family, Mark and Feather Evans and Children, Stefan and Katrina Evans and Children, Clarissa Knowles, Tiffany Knowles Rivera and Alina Rivera, Richard and Christopher Sampey; and numerous other family, friends and loved ones; special thanks to: the medical staff at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

THE FAMILY REQUESTS THAT BRIGHT COLOURS BE WORN AT THE FUNERAL

There will be NO VIEWING at the Church.

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 11:00am to 5:00pm.

Funeral Service For

Andy Beatrice Forbes-Rolle, 85

of #84 Tamarind Street, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, 11:00am at Church of God of Prophecy, Hawksbill Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Corry Adderley assisted by Dr. Mattie Mills. Interment will follow at Harbour West Public Cemetery.

She is survived by her daughter: Barbara Jones; grand daughter: Shantell Bethel; grandsons: Mario, Charles & Gregory Bethel; great grandchildren: K’Shura K. Hanna, Charlize & Mariyah Bethel; sisters: Harriet & Rena Forbes; nieces: Beatrice Robinson, Deloris Brraynen, Mattie Higgs, Louise Knowles (Ellie), Carolyn Feńe, Rosita Forbes, Jennie Mae Rigby, Tiffany Lawrence; nephews: James, Simeon, Michael & Sherwin Rigby, Sean Basden (Stacie), Garrin Burrows, Otto Lawrence; and a host of grand nieces & nephews & great grand nieces and nephews cousins: Minna Outten Winters, Muriel Smith; honorable mention: The Jones Family, Mrs. Barbara Hamilton, Ms. Mader Lightbourne, Mercy Moss, Mrs. Shirley Lowe and other relatives and friends.

Viewing will be held in the “Royal Suite” at Westside Memorial Mortuary, Hanna Hill Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama on Friday, February 6, 2026 from 12:00noon to 6:00pm.

Funeral Service 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, will be held at 11:00a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Church Of God of Prophecy, East Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Daren Seymour assisted by Bishop Kendal Simmons and Bishop Timothy Johnson. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence.

Angela was predeceased by her daughter: Delmyra Moncur; great grandchildren: twin boys: Antonio and Andre Taylor; father: Stanley Munroe; mother: Rowena Munroe; nephew: Chavez Munroe; brother: Edward Munroe.

Left to mourn her passing are her husband: Pastor Osman Cyrille; sons: Levitte Lockhart, Lavon Lockhart, Henzel Rolle; daughter: Tamarah Williams; adopted daughters: Linda Sweeting (Olrick), Evelyn Laverdor (Soni); grandchildren: Shaquille Moncur (Jackie), Doniesha (Irvin), Dion (Stephanique), Diavion (Antonio), Diondre Russell, Lovell, Terry, Jayden, Janiyah, Janar Lockhart, Lavon Jr., Lanair, Larenz, Lavon, Liam, Lamar Lockhart, Ashton, Malik Sweeting, Amnary Laverdor; great grandchildren: Shaquille Jr., Kaliyah, Dalynn Russell, Levi, Laveah Lockhart; sons-in-law: Christopher Moncur, Sidney Williams; daughters-in-law: Ashli Lockhart, Monique Balfor; sisters: Orion Munroe Cyprianna Munroe, Rosetta Forbes (Allen), Joyce Lewis (Orthniel); brother: Bertie Munroe (Regina); sister-in-law: Yvonne Munroe; nieces and nephews: Edward Munroe, Wayne Munroe (Minister of National Security), Deidre Warren, Wilbur Munroe, Valencia Munroe, Olive Thompson, Rayneil Thompson, Geannette Thompson, Marguerite Thompson, Charlene Thompson, Kirk Wood Thompson, Terry Thompson, Rolean Thompson, Rachael Rolle (Nathan), Antoinette Rolle, Enid Rolle, Bernadette Rolle, Judy Lamour, Corrie, Walter, Shakera, Pedro, Steve, Bertie Jr., Vuel, Linda (William), Nairn, Tina Christine (Garvin) Bain, Idell Nichole (Matthew), Lathario Ferguson, Melvin Maycock Jr., Lavonte Collie; cousins: Geleta (Irvin) Wilson, Constance

(Melvin) Lewis, Christine Maycock, Stephanie Pintard, Patricia (Jerome), Lisa (Talmage) Fowler, Ethel (Don) Smith, Lemuel, Cephas, Varinca, Jennifer and Judy Munroe, Etienne Maycock, Joseph, Juanita Munroe, Elkenny Ellery, William and Dr. Freeman Lockhart, Pastor Sheena Pinder, Lee, Mary, Eloise Asa Armbrister, Elizabeth Pratt, Ramona Mclain, Aribella Johnson, Janet Nixon, Roslup Lockhart, David, Phillip and Simeon Lockhart, Anna, Claudine (Cyril), Joffre, Christopher Wallace Sr., Firstina Gibson, Lorenzo Jr., Lorenzo Lockhart Jr., Marjorie Burton; goddaughter: Jalia Smith; special friends: Lydia Zonicle, Phillipa Smith, Mizpah Munroe, Rosetta Lockhart, Nicky Moxey, Clariece Curling, Her Excellency Rubyann Darling, Mazzie Poiter; extended relatives and friends including: Elveta Farnett Lockhart, Maryjane Moxey and family, Vivian Rolle and family, Bread Boy and family (Black Point, Exuma), Liza, Charoline and families, Timothy (Toya) Cooper and family, Phicol (Erica) Wallace and family, Dion Russell and family, Maxine Danille Wallace and family, Tanica, Juliet Cartaya, Ochoa and family, Charlean, Myron Lockhart Bain and families, the family of the late Pastor Burton and Harriette Munroe, the family of the late Deacon Arthur and Rose Maycock, Minister Barber Moss, the late Sterling Moss family, Bishop Kendal Simmons, Members of Baillou Hill Road Church of God of Prophecy, Bishop Timothy Deannes Johnson, Bishop Terrance and Tyrel Forbes, Members of the Church of God of Prophecy Carmichael, Dr. Barber Williams and family, Members of Women in Ministry, Margareta Bowe and family, Shermel McKenzie and family, Indira Baker and family, Ashton Brooks and family, Germanda Cartwright and family, Idell Newbold, Ty and Jolly Wallace, Minister Anastacia Ferguson-Pratt, Pastor Leroy Maycock, Judy and families, The Munroe, The Wilson, The Wallace, The Lockhart, The Moxey, The Armbrister, The Nesbitt, The Pintard Maycock and Curling families, Duncan Town, Ragged Island Community, The McKinney Drive Community, Dr. Locksky Munroe, Dr. Duvaughne Curling, The staff of Oncology, Doctors and Nurses of Female Medical 1, Staff of the General Post Office, Staff at the Murrays Atlantis, The entire Burger Shack Crew, Family Guardian Insurance (Winners on the Hill), Quality Supermarket (Cable Beach), The entire M. V. Captain C and Staff, Shavoone Una Stafford Hanna, The Johnson and Major families, Fox Hill Community, Tiffany Bowe and Family; and a host of relative 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 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For

Neil Nicholas Major, 51

a resident of #79 Australia Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Deadman’s Cay, Long Island, Bahamas, will be held at 10:00a.m. on (NEXT) Thursday, February 12, 2026 at The Holy Spirit Anglican Church, Howard Street, Chippingham, New Providence. Officiating will be Reverend Harry Bain assisted by Reverend Eric A. A. Miller. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence.

Left behind to cherish his memories are his beloved parents: Esper Major and Linda Major; son: Benjamin Major; sister: Dianne MajorOkpuno; brothers: Michael Major (Bernadette), Joseph Major (Deirdre), Esper Edward Major, Henry Major; nieces and nephews: Michael “MJ” Jr., Keniqua Reckley, Jade Major, Joey Major, Trinity Major, Edward “EJ” Jr., Darius Okpuno, Khyson Major; aunts: Eleazar “Lesa” Roberts, Judy Ferguson, Valerie Carroll, Dianne Darville, Carolyn Carroll; uncles: Forester Carroll, Norris Carroll, Franklin Carroll, Kevin Carroll, Peter Carroll, Terrance Carroll, James Darville, Elias Major; numerous cousins, special thanks and heartfelt appreciation go to dear friends and extended family including: Kenyatta Gray and family, Trinette Ferguson, Holland Grant, Eric Strachan, Tarran Taylor, Ricardo Ingraham, Robert McKenzie, Patrick Williams, Calvin Green, Obinna Okpuno and family, Charles Major and family, Brandon “Baby G” Hanna, Tamiko Ferguson, Roger Major, Korey Wood, Jeremy Charlow, Andy McPhee, Stephen Curtis, Gregory Laramore, Kenny Shearer, Jocelyn and Thera Ceus, Dennis Bain, Dion Ranger, Don and Diego Darling, Carnetta Burrows and family, Adrian Fox, Sebas Bastian and the Island Luck Family, colleagues at the Securities Commission of the Bahamas, the Seaman’s Lounge Family, New Beginnings Family, The Bahamas Best Fantasy Football League, Laker Airways particularly Mary Maino and family, The Very Reverend Harry Bain (retired), Brooke Ferguson, Donald Archer and family, Lou and Jackie Carroll, Sandra Mortimer and family, George Daley, John Michael, Lynette Ferguson, Monique Pratt-Daly, Dirk Simmons, Hilary Deveaux and a host of relative and friends too numerous to mention.

Neil’s favorite quote from Act of Valor “When it comes your time to die, be not like those whose hearts are filled with the fear of death, so that when their time comes, they weep and pray for a little more time to live their lives over again in a different way. Sing your death

song and be like a hero, going home.” His legacy lives in the hearts of all who knew him.

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

Death Noticee For Alicia Anishka Spencer, 43

a resident of #51 Collins Drive, Faith Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, January 29, 2026.

She is survived by her daughter: Aniyah Gardiner; mother: Joycelyn Rolle; father: Craig Spencer; sisters: Candice Gibson, Aalise Rolle, Lakell, Cradeisha and Crania Spencer; grandparent: Ulease Spencer; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Death Noticee For Mercianna Lightbourne, 80

a resident of Windsor Lane West, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Old Bight, Cat Island, Bahamas, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

She is survived by her sons: Charles Lightbourne, Naaman Bastian; daughters: Georgette Bastian, Rachelle Dames, Natasha Saunders, Dale Lightbourne, Christal Bastian-Adderley; sister: Deborah Poitier; 19 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, brothers: Charles Saunders Jr., James Strachan and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Services For Nellie Elizabeth Seymour Robinson, 89

a resident of #4 Pioneer’s Way, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Turks and Caicos Islands will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, 7th February, 2026 at The ProCathedral of Christ the King, East Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way< Freep[ort, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Canon Curtis Robinson. Interment will follow at The Grand Bahama Memorial Park.

Cherishing the legacy left behind by Nellie Seymour-Robinson are her children: Anita (Carwell) Williams-Henfield, Keith, Herbert (predeceased), Franklin, Maxine (predeceased), Troy Sr., (Paula) and Kent Robinson; grandchildren: Chauncey, Jason and Shane (Chantel) Henfield, Troy Jr. (Amanda), Tamiko (Brianna) and Travan Robinson, Marcian Curry, Sherman (Shenika) Robinson Jr., Nicole Henfield, RBPF Correctional Sergeant Keithra Robinson and Kia (Richard) Curling-Jones, Latoya (Myrtho) Salomon, Takeisha (Deangelo) Smith and Xavier Robinson; great and great great grandchildren: Carlos Sr., (Javanna), Carja and Carlos Clarke Jr., Jade Henfield, Ebony Cleare,RBPF Correctional Officer Nathan Eldon, Lyric Pratt, Tahlon, Tekhari, and Teanna Smith, Kyri Jones, Major and Myles Salomon, Trey, Tory and Tyran Robinson, Macario Bain, Amari, Alaia, and Alani Robinson, Kamal Laing, Cairo Major, Kadejah Clarke and Jermaine Clarke, Philip Robinson and Kazaria Parker; siblings: Muriel Smith, Olga Garland and Vickie Bain; aunts: Christina Basden and Alma Russell; twenty-four nieces and nephews and numerous grand, great and greatgreat grandnieces and nephews; devoted caregivers: Marsha Baillou and Almeda Lightbourne; cousins: Alice Robinson-Been, Harriet and Rona Forbes family, Helena Hawkings and Ivy Seymour-Williams of the Turks and Caicos Islands; relatives and special friends: Canon Fr. Curtis and Myrtle Robinson and Family, Fr. Norman Lightbourne and Family, Fr. Colin Saunders and Family, Fr. Kirkland Russell Jr. and Family, Retired Educator Cecil Thompson and Family, Dr. Odia Stubbs and Family, Hugh and Valeria ‘Vivi’ Solomon and Family, Peter Adderley and Family, Michelle Reckley and Family, Fr. Stephen Grant and family, June Neely and family, Mag Outten and Family,Tara Grace and family David Wallace and Family, Osman and Myrtis Maitland of Miami, Florida and Family, Ricardo, Mike and Jeanie Pardo of Ocala, Florida and Family, Diana Evans and Family, Shirley Swann and Family, Stacy Seymour and Family, Alfred Williams and Family, Rochelle Ferguson and Family, The Family of the late Helen Walkin-Dean, The Family of the late Harvey Tynes, Esq., The Hon. Michael C. Pintard and the Marco City Constituency Office Team, Ginger Moxey and the Pineridge Constituency, Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King Anglican Church and the

Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands Anglican Diocese,Yager Funeral Home & Crematorium Staff, the Communities of the Turks and Caicos Islands and New York, USA, and a host of other cousins, relatives and friends 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 Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Alexander Jefferson Hepburn, 73

a resident of #69K Frobisher Circle, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of New Providence, Bahamas will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, 7th February, 2026 at The Chapel of Yager Funeral Home. Officiating will be Apostle Brian Darius. Cremation will follow.

Jeffery was predeceased by his mother: Nora Hepburn; father: Joushua Hepburn; son: Jeffrey Hepburn Jr.; daughter: Ann Marie Sears; son-in-law: Fabian Sears.

Left to cherish his fond memories are his children: Roscoe ,Alphonso, Shantel, Monique Alexandra, Joshua Hepburn, Patrice (Roberto) Hamilton, Dwaine Poitier, Gregory Mackey and Portia Daniel; grandchildren: Ricasha Rose, Fabianna (Daquan) Beckles, Lindell, Shanice, Janice, Alexis, Aliyah Hepburn, Mark Seymour, Samantha, Edward Duncombe, Jackiel Hepburn, Fabianno, Ishmael Sears, Zamaria Allen and Ja’keria Allen; great grandchildren: Jahtesha, Trinity, Amer, Armani, Da-Quan, Kylie, Marae, A’Blessings, Jemke, Dwaynelle, Mark, Amina and Alani; sister: Josephine Hepburn; brothers: Addison, Andrew and Richard Hepburn; niece & nephews: Addison Hepburn Jr.,Edricka Hepburn, Helena Hepburn, Kayshla Miller, Garniata Knowles, Germaine, Norri Archer, Pedro, Presely, Ricardo Bullard, Perry, Perez Hepburn, Marissa, Kadijah Rolle, Sheldon Miller; numerous cousin including: Jill Hepburn, Angela Hepburn, Sheryl Hepburn, Judith Whyms, Johnny and Brain Whyms and Barry Hepburn; special friends: Kelia Allen, Linda Poitier-Duheney (deceased); special mention and thanks to: Glenise Thompson, Hon. Michael C. Pintard, the staff at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Shannels Kitchen, The Sears family, The Hepburn Family and The Poitier Family. We the family would like to thank all who reached out. We love you and pray Jehovah’s blessings upon you.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects at Yager Funeral Home & Crematorium, Queens Highway, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Services For Shavon Thomas, 44

a resident of #257 South Mall Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, 7th February, 2026 at First Holiness Church of God, Young Husband Avenue, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Apostle Tyrone Thomas assisted by Bishop Dwight Jennings. Interment will follow at Le’ Pavillion Interment & Mausoleum, Settlers Way, Freeport, Grand Bahama.

Left to cherish her loving memory are her husband: Kevin “Bubbles” Thomas; children: Kevin Thomas Jr., Keva Thomas and Kevon Thomas; grandchild: Kymani Thomas; parents: Clifton and Ella Laing; siblings: Clarinda Toote (Neville), Fredericka Laing and Clinton Laing; cousins: Shopia Laing, Tiffany Laing, Alvin (Patrina) Laing, Timothy Cooper Sr. (Shavanda), Naomi Pinder (Curtus), Shanise, Shaniqua, Shantel Cooper, Ebony Grant (Kadaro) Wendy, Kayla Laing, Kendra Leathen, Dr. Andy Laing (Stacey) Demetrius Mader, Chandra Pinder, April-Smith McKinny (Zahrio Sr), Cyle Pinder, Elva-Lovena, Vanessa Green (Ezra), Wendy Laing, Jerome Laing (Phillis); grand nieces: Trinity and Alice Laing, Nevaeh Green, Tamara Cooper; grand uncles: Rev. Preston Cooper Sr., Nelson McIntosh, Deekan Thomas; step children: Denijah Humes, Samantha Knowles, Jameka Grant; grand nephew: Romeo McKenize Jr., Lynden Pinder, Trayshawn Saunders, Timothy Cooper Jr., Deandray Whyms; aunts: Ludell Mader, Rosetta, Verlene and Monique Cooper, Sherlyn Cooper- Saunders, Delores Laing; grand aunts: Berlin Smith, Dorcas Mitchell, Evelyn McIntosh, Verna Cooper, Williams Cooper, Vernette Thomas; uncles: Boston Cooper, Alvin, Elijah, Gathville Laing, William Cooper; sisters-in-law and spouses: Shelia Farrington-Miller (Leroy), Marion Dixon (Melvin), Loletta Thomas (Gregory Laroda Jr), Kendal Thomas ( Tanganeka) Charmiaine McIntosh, Michell Lee, Jamika and Megan Young, James Lee II, Jamall Young, Joel Lee, Jamie’s Lee; nephews: Randy Reckely Jr., Romeo McKenize, Alexander & Jerico Smith, Nevaughn & Nevonte Toote, Kaderi Russell, Craig Thompson Jr., Tyronne Jr. and Tre’vaughn Farquharson, Kaharis & Kyron Thomas and William Elliot II; nieces: Tranise Laing, Tonae Farquharson, Beyoncé Merrick, Sheliaah Miller, Kendayah Thomas and Shavana Been; special relatives and friends: Desi Wallace-Mader & family, Fabian Lightbourne, Phillis Buchanan & family, Paterson Beavans, Patrice Higgs & family, Samuel Major, Royal Black, Linda Roberts & family, Simmone Cornish & family, Rachel Higgs & family, Pastor Glen Russell & family, Patrice McIntosh & Siblings, Pastor Veronica McIntosh & family, Pastor Dwight Jennings & family, Faith Strupp & family, Pastor Tyrone Thomas & family, Dellmae, Simon Miller & family, Rodney Johnson, Ian Taylor, Annie Lightbourne

& Family, Ishmael Laing & family, Leyland Laing Sr. & family, Golden Cooper & family, Leo McIntosh & family, Jella Mader & family, Og Saunders & Siblings, William Cooper & family, Flavored Cooper & family, Glenroy Cooper and family, Abel Cooper & family, Malachi Cooper & family, Malinda Rolling & family, Renardo Smith, Faye Cooper, Marcus Cooper & family, Daameko Sawyer & family, Lovely Russell and Siblings, Fred & Gloria Carey & family, Preston Cooper & Siblings & families, Coach Hall & GB Sprinter Track Team, Dept. of Immigration, the entire Freeport Great Faith Ministries.

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

Memorial Service For Egbert Robert Rolle II, 68

a resident of Freeport, Grand Bahama will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday 6th, February 2026 at The Chapel of Yager Funeral Home Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Father Patrick Igwe. Cremation was held.

He was pre-deceased by his wife: Joyce Rolle; one daughter: Tisha Flowers.

Left to cherish his memories are his one daughter: Shantel (Devon) Armbrister; two sons: Egbert Robert III (Malissa) Rolle, & Arturo (Marjorie ) Rolle; one brother: Leroy Rolle ( Estelle ); son-in-law: Jamal Flowers Sr.; 11 grandchildren: Crystal Belle, Jamaine, Jayden & Jayla Thompson, Cha Quan, Anton & Ashton Rolle, Trey McKenzie, Jamal Jr., Jazmine & Jeremiah Flowers; 4 great grandchildren: Cayden Belle, Trey Jr. & Amayia McKenzie & Alakay Flowers; numerous nieces including: Lulu, Sleena and Marietta; cousins: Yvonne Gardiner, Rose Mary Ferguson, Eleanor, Pedro, James, Stephen Thompson, Elvis Laing; Tangie Rigby, Dwayne, Leslie & Dacoat Rolle; other relatives and friends including: Carmeta & Steve Rolle also the management & staff of Dolly Madison, Donna Sweeting, The Ferguson & Moss Family.

The family wholeheartedly apologies for any names that were overlooked.

Relatives and friends may sign the book of condolences on Friday From 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service for

Paula Mae Ferguson, 72 “Momma Pie”

of Apache Alley, St. James Road, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday 6th February, 2026 at Pilgrim Baptist Temple, St. James Road. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Pastor Leroy N. Major assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road.

Left to cherish her memories are her Sons: Mark (Denise) Bethel, Dion Deveaux, Dominic Thompson, & Stephen Ferguson; Daughters: Leketa (Antonio) Daxon & Krystal Ferguson; Husband: Perez Henry; Step Daughters: Kelly Ferguson & Dorothy FergusonMackey; Adopted Daughter: Adassa Adderley; Adopted Sons: Ally Penn, David Capron & Montico Rahming; Grandsons: Martao Bethel, Antonio Daxon Jr., Dion Deveaux Jr., Austin Maycock, Donte Deveaux, Dominic Thompson Jr., James Johnson Jr. & Jakii Johnson; Granddaughters: Natasha (Michael) Miller, Markita, Myesha, Markovanique, Markia, Markovia, Maliyah, Kianna and Cassity Bethel, Antonia Daxon, Stephanna and Stevette Ferguson; Great Grandsons: Michael Miller Jr., Mark, Michael and Marcus Bethel; Brother: Tyson and Theodore Thompson; Sisters: Shelly and Bonnie Thompson; Uncles: Bernard (Lucille) Thompson; Aunts: Edris Johnson & Cynthia Turnquest; Nieces & Nephews: Tiffany Wilson, Simone Armbrister, Lashanna Price, Miah Pratt, Danielle, Alexandria, Shantasia, Carliah and Brooklyn Thompson, Cindy (Ross), Nadia, Shevette, Gilda, Cindy, Kobie, Fritzroy Jr., Rudolph, Brooklyn, Rickey, Scotty, Billy, Kendel, Kevin, Nathaniel, Nashan, Tammon, Demetrius & TJ; Numerous Grand Nephews and Grand Nieces; Numerous of Cousins Including: Lorranine (Jeff) Turnquest, Sandra Young-Miller, Irish Dillet-Knowles, Dale, Dillion and Danielle

Knowles, Mary Dean, Alfred, Brenda and Machelle Carroll, Barbara Foster, Debra Delancey, Janet (Ian) Jennings, Dexta Miller, Benji (Anya) Miller, Adrian Miller, Camille (Roger) Stubbs, Cindy (Anthony) Curtis, Elaine Smith, Denise Major, Iris Knowles, Jermaine “Chu Chu” Mackey, Glenrea Sullivan, Cherilyn Antonio, Garnell and Terrance Johnson, Niccara Miller, Christine Bailey, Roslyn (Robert) Sands, Whitney (Sharon), Sterllyn (Velma), Kimmy (Shantell), Christopher, Devin, Ramon, Shawn(Vanessa), and Antoinette Thompson, Nickia (Demetrius) Fraizer, Bernadette (Duanne) Murray, Annette (Elvis) Major, Kathey (Antonia) Greene, Shelly Smith; Other Family & Friends: Terry Delancy & Family, James Johnson, Alexis Johnson, Pakera Turnquest, Radisha Nichols, Novelette Gourzong, Tamara Bowe and Family, Lizzian Rolle & Family, Lawrence Harrison & Family, Eric Fox & Family, Ian Cargill & Family, Shavon Davis & Family, Lisa Adderley & Family, Bernadette Rolle, Sharanda Davis & Family, Shanta Cornish & Family, Rena Fritz & Family, Willamae Gray & Family, Helen Davis & Family, Charlie Major & Family, Jacqueline Knowles & Family, Ally Penn, Verna Bonaby & Family, Cynthia Smith & Family, Chavan Lynden, Pam, Colette, Rashad Price, Jacqueline Pratt & Family, Monique McDonald & Family, Dellareece Isaacs & Family, Kayla Johnson and Family, The Ferguson Family, The Cooper Family, Linda and Theophilus & Family, Betta Curtis & Family, Tito Bethel & Family, Carmetta Butler & Family, Andrew “Blue” Johnson, Kofi Dixon & Family, Mae Spencer & Family, Kaysheilla Rolle & Family, Lisa Cartwright & Family, Sandra Daxon & Family, Pastor Claudell Farrington & Family, Lynden Bethell & Family , Cody Rolle & Family, Ally Bowe & Family, The Cooper’s Family, The Tucker Family, Barbara Thompson & Family, Marsha Bethel, Daphne Simmons, Mickel Bethel and Michael Brathwaite Simmons, Ms. Sweeting, Arlington Brown & Family, The Fox Foundation, Frank Smith & Family, PMH Staff & Association, M&M Virgo Car Rental, Water & Sewerage Corporation, BTC, Hon. Wayne Munroe & Family, The Kemp Road Community, The Balls Alley Community, The Fox Hill Community; and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

If any names have been unintentionally left out, we ask for your kind understanding and forgiveness. Each expression of sympathy and support means more than words can convey.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Thursday 5th February 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Friday 6th February 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service for

Juanita Cecile Edgecombe née Sawyer, 83

of Aloe Road, Winton Meadows will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday 7th February, 2026 at Wesley Methodist Church, Malcolm Road. Officiating will be Rev. Kelli Jolly assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Cremation will follow.

Left to cherish fond memories of Juanita are her Sons: Jefferson, Van Edgecombe and Kevin Davis; Adopted daughters: MonaLisa Willimas and Sandra Saunders Foster; Granddaughters: Maria Edgecombe, Vinteerie St. Louis (Alexis Bain) and Asha St. Louis; Grandson: Vincent St. Louis (Telesa St. Louis); Sisters & brothers and their spouses: Dorothea Charlow, Vivienne Huggins, Cynthia Sturrup, Judith Huyler, Carmen Elaine Sawyer, Gaynell and Ralph Wood, Garth and Vernita Sawyer, Warren and Daphne Sawyer, and Dorcus Sawyer; Aunt: Louise Gibson; Nieces and Nephews and their spouses: Donna and Desmond Bannister, Claire and Whitney Patton, Dawn Charlow, Vincent, Dale and Denis Charlow, Julian Sawyer, Neil and Alorise Huggins, Douglas and Cindy Sawyer, Caron and Godfrey Dean, Carla Barr, Gavin and Pequita Huyler, Brian and Yolanda Huyler, Kevin and Raquel Huyler, Julian, Darren, Giles and Marcy, Daniel, Gailyn, Gabrielle, Katarina, and Noelle Sawyer, Larrisa and Theo Burrows, Ralph and Sara Wood, and Sheryl Charlow; Grandnieces and Nephews and their spouses: VJ and Becca Charlow, Daynah Habeeb Kotun, Dominique and Danielle Bannister, Nehemiah and Taneaisha Huggins, Ch’nae, DJ, Dante and Olivia Sawyer, Philecia and Stanley Gordon, Crystal and Derek Davis, Carrington Dean, Daniel and Darius Barr, Cienne and Tyler Gordon, Catherine, Gabrielle, Brian II, Brandon and Blake Huyler, Alaina and Kaila Burrows; Great Grand Nieces and Nephews: Shaquoy Gordon, David Barr, Cailee Sawyer, Weldrinique and Zahnia Gardiner, and Tylen Gordon; Cousins: Patricia Bastian, Rosalie Hall and family, Lawrence Sawyer and family, Marjorie Archer and family, Maria Neely and family, Da’Costa Bethel and family, Neville Bethel and family, Dazelle Bethel and family, Gina Rolle and Family, Gail Carey and family, Dr. Gill Gibson-March and family, Evie Neilly and family, Lindalee Burrows and family, and Rosie Sawyer; Friends and Church Family of Wesley Methodist Church of MCCA: Mavis Jackson and family, Ida Sauders and family, Melvern Miller and family, Toya Campbell and family, Maxine Missick and family, Porta Grant and family, Ivy and Jacqueline Wilson, Phillp Roker and family, Angela

Tynes, Bertha Culmer and family, Joey Lightbourne and family, The Hamilton family, Julie Smith, Claudia Ferguson, Betty Young, The Wesley Methodist Church MCCA family, Gibson Family Reunion, Matthew Sawyer, Friends and families of Palmetto Point and Savannah Sound, Eleuthera, Rev. Kelli Jolly, Rev. Cecel Newbold, Rev. Emily Demeritte, Rev. Theophilus Rolle, Dr. Bain-Rolle; and many more, too numerous to mention.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Friday 6th February 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Saturday 7th February 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice for

Betty Nathlie Davis, 80

of Hibury Park, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Tuesday, 20th January 2026.

She is survived by her sisters: Carolyn Bastian, Betty N, Marina and Marva Davis, Dorothy Hinsey, Kathy Jackson of Detroit MI., Delores Davis of Rochester NY and Carmel Cancino; brothers: Michaei, Ricardo and Sydney Davis and Isom Jenkins; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service for

Robyn Linda Ward, 36

of Seabreeze Lane will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday 12th February, 2026 at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Trinity Way, Stapledon Gardens. Officiating will be The Rev. Fr. DeAngelo Bowe assisted by other members of the clergy. Cremation will follow.

Robyn is preceded in death by her Mother: Linda Whylly Roberts; Sister: Aislin Roberts-Brave; Grandparents: Vivian and Adrianna Whylly; Father-in-law: Nicholas Ward I.

Left to cherish her fond memories are her Husband: Nicholas Ward II; Father: Gary (Zella) Roberts I; Siblings: Gary Roberts II, Jxoe Redhead, Brandon Delancey; Mother-in-law: Cyd Ward; Brother-in-law: Fritz Brave; Sisters-in-law: Gertha Jean, Nickelle Ward, Nicole Ward; Aunts and Uncles: Michaela Whylly, Vivian Whylly and Dr. Yannique Thomas, Linda (George) Brennan and family, Ronnie (Alma) Roberts and family, Tony Roberts and family, Dave Spence, Dwayne (Cheryl) Roberts and family, Judy Deleveaux, Alia Coley, Marva Cleare and Mornette Curtis; Grand Aunts: Genevieve Saunders-Strachan and family, Stephanie Saunders-Pratt and family, Alelia Butler, Angela (Kelly) Burrows and family; Nieces and nephews: Victoria, Brooke and Isaac Brave; Cousins including: Karis (Ashley) Mounts, Jennifer Duncombe, Derek Duncombe Jr, Carl (Anthonia) Culmer Jr., Wenzel Davis (and family), Jill Cleare (and family), Hope Murray and family, Tavar (Ann) Major and family, Roscoe Turnquest and family, Valerie Smith, Erin (James) Povey and family, Pastors Dave and Angela Burrows, Arri Burrows, Davrielle (Andrew) Gardiner, Kenda (John) Marche, Dala McKinney Lauriston and family, Stephen Wells, Calvin and Poppy Butler, Sophia McKinney, Ricardo (Jennifer) Burrows, Requel Whylly-Sands and Family, Shantel Spence, Tanzania Carey, Zorn Winstoon Whylly, Barry Robinson, Thomas Robinson, Pastor Kathy Johnson and family and descendants of Vivian Whylly I, Family and descendants of Adolphus and Ethrel McKinney, The Pintard family, the Ward family; God fathers: Alvin; Cousins: Whitfield Neely; God mothers: Denise Gordon, Christine Taylor, Monique Adderley, Rochelle Whylly Perkins and families; Friends: Vaughn (Vonya) Albury, Doug (Ryan) Hanna, Gordon (Shari) Lightbourne, Amanda Bethell, Mericha Walker, Dr. Andrew Taylor, Dr. Toi Johnson, Tessa Adderley and Samantha Cartwright, The present and former staff of The Little Schoolhouse Bahamas and Seahorse Institute, Members of The Church of The Most Holy Trinity Church and Calvary Bible Church;

and a host of other relatives and friends.

May Her Soul Rest in Peace! THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC VIEWING!

Death Notices for Rev’d. Ida Mae Gaynell Seymour-Walkes, 67

of Salvia Close, died at Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday 28th January 2026.

She is survived by her husband: Walter Walkes; daughter: Shakell Seymour; sisters: Prenetta Seymour-Burrows and Darnell Seymour Kemp-Miller; brother: Ray Seymour Jr.; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

Gaynell Darlene Ellis, 71

of Buttonwood Avenue, died at her residence on Friday 30th January 2026.

She is survived by her son: Jovanka N. Ellis; daughter-in-law: Pemesia Ellis; sister: Daphne Simmons; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Semi-Military Funeral Service for

Retired Force Chief Petty Officer

Rev. Dr. Eric George Brown Jr., 66

of St. Martin Road, Golden Gates #2 will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday 12th February, 2026 at Evangelistic Temple Assemblies of God, Collins Avenue. Officiating will be General Superintendent, Rev. Dr. Vaughn L. Cash assisted by other ministers of the Gospel. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum, J.F.K Drive and Gladstone Road.

Left to cherish the wonderful memories shared on earth and indelibly inked on our hearts are his loving Wife, Cheryl Brown, Daughters: Shanique, Shantera, Alexis, Kadeisha and Shanteche Brown, and Erica Brown-Moss; Son: A/B Eric Deshawn, RBDF; Grandchildren: Treazure, Serynity McKinney, Joshua Moss; Sons-inlaw: Prophet De’Angelo Moss, Inspector Dominic McKinney; Sisters: Marsha (Insp. Franklyn) Dorsett, Retired Natasha (Patrick) Adderley, Laverne (Franklin) Johnson; Brothers: Kenwood (Joycelyn) Brown, Tyrone (Tanya) Brown, Commander Byron (Kacey) Brown RBDF; Brothers-in-law: Fred (Corene) Braynen, Stephen (Denise) Braynen; Sisters-in-law: Sharlene, Ernestine, Donna and Fredericka Poitier; Nephews: Neil Stubbs Jr. Dominic Virgill, Keshagen (Kera) Adderley, Kristoff (Tanesha) Adderley, Lebron Johnson, Lynden Johnson, Byron Brown Jr. (Kendira) Benoit (Talice) Brown, Stefon, Jamaal Brown; Nieces: Anniska (Trevor) Pierre, Christian Stubbs, Kellie Kenisha, Koffia, Tyra and N’Asia Brown; Grand-nieces: Kylee, Briyanna, Taylah, Bailey Brown, Katelynn Duncombe, Marion, Treneisha Pierre; Grandnephews: Azaiah Adderley, Byron III, Benoit Jr, and Reign Brown; Aunt: Edith Burrows; Cousins: Deborah Cooper, Rosnell and Millicent, Edgecombe, Gertrude Bullard, Bethsheba Darville, Shanina Brown, Paulette Hepburn, Isabella Saunders, Hector, Freeland, Eugene, Alexander, Joshua, Theophilus and Jim Rolle, Jackson, Gordon, Brian, Michael, Timothy, Otlease, and Maggie McIntosh, Kaneda Johnson, Beulah McDonald, Omerit, Nehemiah, Carl and Alvin Heild, Estella Gibson, Francelita Marshall, Aaron, Godwin and Emmanuel Gardiner, Carsene, Robert, Terrance, Basil, Roy and Donald Higgs, Clarenda Gordon, Katrinka Quashie, Marion and Debbie Lewis, Michael Woodside, Bernadette Carey, Tanya Munroe, Mark Miller, Keith Fernander, Ruth Ferguson, Christopher Strachan, Trevor and Jermaine Burrows, Anthony Strachan, Arthur ‘Geno’ Thurston, Philip Bethel, Patrice Hanna, the Campbell family including Ronald, Theodore, Johnathan, Althemeze, Eureka, Valerie and Vaneria; Other Families & Friends: Hon. Michael Foulkes, Gwen Clarke & family, Miriam Yvonne Felton, Ruthmae McIntosh, Jason & Ernesta Rodriguez, Bernice (Charles) Collins, Justin, B-Jay, Ricardo Fox, Tavares, Joshua, Georgette & Felicity Collins, Shakera Butler, Jonathan Rodriguez, Tanagra Felton, Stevie, Nicholas, Necoleon & Stephanie Braynen, Amos & Robert Felton, Brintina Fox, Quentin Smith & family, Chistopher (Linda) Moss & family, Sharice Colebrooke, Min. Suzette Nixon, Andrew (Gaye) Sands, Thomas (Shakera) Tucker, Steven (Mizilene) Rolle,

Samuel (Mel) Knowles. Min. Creswell Neely, Bruce Farrington & Melvina Poitier, Philmore (Alex) Pratt, Elder Claudia Ferguson, Marsha, Corene & family, Elder Ruth Burrows & Wellington Musgrove, Elder Lauretta (Gloria) Watson, Alicia, Nario, Dwayne, Melissa & family, Sheila Fernander, Patricia Clarke, Merville Mackey, Herbert Wilson, Marva Storr, Leslie Humes & family, Superintendent Rev. Dr. Vaughn & Dr. Wendy Cash, Rev. Eddie & Margo Victor & The entire Freeport A/G Churches, Rev Kenneth H.B Adderley, (Temple of the Word), Rev Tyrone Sands & True Worshippers, Rev. Gregory (Marlene) Johnson & Bethany Assembly, Rev. Roston Davis & Golden Gates Family, Rev Dr. Neil (Katherine) Hamilton Family of Evangelistic Centre, Rev Anthony, Sophia Major & Family, Min. Mark (Milan) Barrett & Calvary Deliverance Family, Rev. James (Queenie) Terez Newry & Calvary Deliverance Church, Rev. Rudy McKinney & Full Gospel Treasure Cay, all pastors, ministers of Abaco District, Rev. Dr. Irene Russell & Glad Tidings family, Rev Dr. Beverley Strachan, Pastor Darrell Pinder & Cherokee Sound, Rev. Henfield, Tarpum Bay, Rev Daniel Volmy & Family, Rev. Lucinda Rolle, Rev. Cleveland & Samantha Wells & Restoration Family, Rev. Franklyn Burrows & Family, Rev. Clyde & Marlene Bain, Min Daylinda Smith, Pastor Terrance Jones (Unay), Apostle Dexter Cartwright, Rev. Simeon Hall, Min. Arlene Clarke, Rev. Kevin Armbrister, Rev. Robert (Rochelle) Lockhart Calvary Temple Family, Sis Valerie, Rev. Durant (Keva) Smith, Apostle Shawn Rolle, Pastor Tameko Collie, Jerome D’Aroceil, Deac. Ezra (Annamae) Neely, Pastor V. G. (Beverly) Clarke, Rev Patrick (Charlene) Paul, Frederick, Deborah, Iesha Wallace, Bro. Calvin., Min. Cheryl Rolle, Pastor Wesley (Marsha) Thompson, Min. Dexter Kikkula (Evangelistic Temple), Pastor Eugene Burrows & Family, Pastor William (Linda) Bethel & Family, Pastor Linda (Selwyn) Baker, Pastor Keno Smith, Bishop Lindo Wallace, Sherece Colebrooke, Clifford Scavella Commodore Ret’d, Commodore Floyd Moxey RBDF, Ret’d Force Chief Christopher Mackey & Family, Rev Raymond Wells, Chaplin of RBDF, FCPO John Ingraham RBDF, CPO Ian Hall, Members of New Entry 46 Women Entry 16, (RBDF), FCPO Eunice Rolle, Michael Sweeting Commander, Ret’d Commander Judy McDonald, Captain Frederick Brown Ret’d, Ret’d Veteran Daniel Ferguson, Ret’d Petty Officer Raymond Sawyer, Ret’d Veteran Samuel Rolle, The entire RBDF Veteran’s Department, The entire Military Operations Department (MOP) RBDF, Dr. Christopher Clarke, A&E PMH Trauma Unit, Dr. Smith Doctor’s Hospital, Tasmin Brown, Ursula Joseph, Bonika Moss, Patricia Jones & Family, Gilbert Francis & Family, Min. Ian & Denise Cooper & Family, Dwayne Mortimer & Balmoral Club Team, Mr. Henry Wemyss & The entire Wemco Security, Residents of St. Martin Road: Lynette Saunders, Reuben “Bob”, Tessa, Dwight Miller, Stephanie Fernander, Letroy & Trevor Lowe, Norma Bell, Eustace Jennings, Llama, Wendy Thompson, The Moore’s Family, Leona Davis, Sidnell Carey, Charley Brown & Family, Evangelist Barbara Bain, Chris Richardson, Jeremy, Jeffrey, Jenson Bethel (Tisha), Aaron Demeritte and the Rollins Family, Professional loving team at Bethel Brothers Morticians and Lakeview Memorial.

May His Soul Rest in Peace!

Friends may pay their last respects at Bethel Brothers Morticians & Crematorium, #44a Nassau Street on Wednesday 11th February 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the church on Thursday 12th February 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice for Mario Albert Bethel, 58

of Lancaster Road, died on Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026.

He is survived by his mother: Betty Violet Bethel; daughters: Sade and Sierra Bethel; son: Mario Bethel Jr.; common-law: Serena Major; sisters: Sandra Bain, Michelle Deveaux and Simonne Dean; brothers: Marcello, Madio and Maurizio Bethel; aunts: Eleanor Cooper, Lydia Armaly, Dolly Edgecombe, Beverly Knowles, Gloria Miller, Ellen and Julie Bethel, June Hawkins and Eulie Thompson; uncles: Paul Bethel, Glen Burnside, Carlton Thompson, Bertram, Nelson and Samuel Armaly; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date

Death Notice for

Ella Mae Neilly, 92

of Sunset Meadows, Nassau, Bahamas who passed away at her residence on Sunday, 1st February 2026.

She is survived by her, Daughters: Cynthia Hopkins & Christine Frazier; Grandchildren: Deandrea King, Keisha Joseph, Krystal Titus (Kendrick), Pastor Christopher Nixon (Winsilette), Alexander Charles, & Leonardo Joseph; numerous great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

James Glenroy Rolle, 77

a resident of Market Street, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, 7th February, 2026, 11:00am at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church, Washington Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Reverend Dwayne Ferguson assisted by Reverend Livingstone Bevans Sr. Cremation will follow.

He is survived by his daughters: Lakeisha Wright, Latoya Pepsi Rolle, Sophia Moss, Carla Rolle and Kishmar Rolle; sons: Glenroy, Shawn, Arizona, Alexious, Ian, Elvardo, Matthew, Bernard, Keith, Jamal and Jason Moss; grandchildren: Kendisha, Glenke, Savannah, Alexa, Camile, Jasonique, Jada, Adaja, Adraya, Rashawna, Charisma, Schamierre Gibson, Ociana, Paige, Officer Donisha wright, BSc. NRST, Kaiya, Keisanna; Cedrick, Officer Tristoff, Jason Moss, Reshad, Arizona Jr., Phoenix, Celvin, Kenoz, K,zar, Kenray, Keith and Corey Wilson, Alexander Horton III; great grandchildren: Anaiah Benicour, Kayla Octavian, Kyoti Rolle, Bell Moss, Autumn wright, A,janiquev Thompson, Kyrie, and A’miri; extended relatives: Nigel Ingraham and family, Angelo Burrows and family and Toco and family, Diana Rolle and family, Christian Johnson, Mr. & Mrs. West; and a host of other relatives and friends: Ms. Blanche and Family, Shirley

and Family, Ms. Bethel and family, Tommy and Family, Mr. Davis & Family, Doctor Moss, Maria Gibson & Family, Garnet Bastian, entire division of Kemp Road, Kemp Road Baptist Church and other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at Heritage Memorial Mortuary, #20 Claridge Road, New Providence on Friday, 6th February, 2026 from 11:00am to 3:00pm and on Saturday at the Church from 10:00am until service time.

Death Notice For Kevin Michael Gibson, 47

a resident of Paige Drive, Winton Meadows, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Wednesday, 28 January, 2026.

He was predeceased by his mother: Alice Gibson Ramsey; step father: Joseph Ramsey; step mother: Berthie Adderley.

He is survived by his father: John Adderley; brothers: Shervin, James, Patrick Charles Ernie, Mark, Shawn, Jermaine, Paul and Conley; sisters: Iris, Venterrie, Arnetta, Renea, Francetta, Latoya, Cushena, Christal, Paulene, Tanya, Tameka, Aruda, Tenille; and ahost of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service for

Archiff “Audiff” Leon “Al Brice” King, 78

a resident of #46 Fowler Street off Market Street, will be held at Zion Baptist Church, Shirley & East Streets, on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. T. G, Morrison, assisted by Rev. Walton Winters & other Associate Ministers, Deacons & Evangelists. Interment follows in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road.

Archiff “Audiff” Leon “Al Brice” King was predeceased by his father Leon King; his mother, Gwendolyn King, and his brother, Sherman Rudolph King.

Left to cherish his memories are his, Children: Carolyn “Tiffany” King, Audiff Garvin King Jr. of Freeport, Grand Bahama; Yuri David King. Grandchildren: Sierra King, Vano Leon King, Yuri Prince King Jr. Uncle: Rev. Freddie McKenzie, Sr. (Josephine. Aunt: Alice McKenzie-Moncur. Cousins: John Lloyd McKenzie (Elouise), Kent McKenzie, Freddie McKenzie Jr. (Angela), Margaret Hanna (Kenneth), Tina Steinau (Martin), Tamara McKenzie, Wayde, Theresa & Erica Moncur, Rev. Christoper King (Olive), Rev. Harrison King (Rhoda), Ezra King, Minister Christine Seymour (Frederick), Cordell Hunter, Redell Hubbert, Ellouise King, Huey King, Maxine King, Irene King, Mavis King, Sydney McKenzie, Dr. Rudy King, Donnie Stewart, Tony Adderley, Aaron Carey, Dorian Cox, Dr. Lina Reyes, Marsha Missick, Brenda Plakaris, Agnes Wilson, Joan Stewart, Janice Farrington, Theron Rolle (LaToya), Kenneth Hanna Jr., Canaan, Jerry, Jeremy, Jamal & Jordan McKenzie, Wayde Moncur Jr, Corey Richardson, Sidney McKenzie, Philemon Wilson, William Wilson Jr., Kendra Hanna, Ryan Gibson Jr., Jaqual Harris, Madison Steinau, Janell & Janay McKenzie. Other cousins, relatives and friends including, but not limited to: Elcie Burrows & Family, Rowena and Emma Hepburn & Family, Nurse Ashkuel Armbrister & Ashtan Webb, Aldion Armbrister, Anton Johnson & family, Milton & Tina Hepburn, Rosheva and Kenrica

Hepburn & Family, Kenneth Hepburn & Family, Rev. Clifton Hepburn & Family, Malvese Hepburn & Family, the descendants of the late Joseph King & Family, the descendants of the late Sadie Curtis & Family, the descendants of the late Anita Wilson of The Bluff, Cat Island; the descendants of the late William Wilson of The Bluff, Cat Island; the descendants of the late Lawerence and Sybil McKenzie of The Bluff, Cat island; the descendants of the late Bishop Albert Hepburn & Family, the descendants of the late Earnest Mackey & Family, Family of the late Willard Hepburn, Rev. Terrance G. Morrison & Dr. Royanne Neely-Morrison, all associate pastors, deacons and members of Zion Baptist Church, East & Shirley Streets; Shirley Lightbourne & Family, Eugenia Thurston & Family, Deaconess Ella Johnson (adopted mother) & Family, Dec. Sheldon and Jasmine Johnson & Family, Indera & Christopher Wright and Family, Patsy Strachan & Family, Jacqueline Smith & Family, Sylvia Johnson & Family, Rev. Ulric Smith & Family, Veronica Smith & Family, Rev. Anthony Sampson & Family, Rev. Delton Fernander, President of the Bahamas Christian Council; Patrina Johnson & Family, Patsy Knowles & Family, John and Nigel Fowler & Family, Euterpie Thompson & Family, the descendants and relatives of the late Sir. Robin McAlpine, John Wanklyn, President of the Senate, J. LaShell Adderley & Family, Katie Longley & Family, Betty Rand, George Minnis, Majorie Adderley, Dwayne Adderley, the family of the late Izetta Rolle & Family, Maria Sears & Family, Sherman King & Family, Derek Harvey & Family, Lavern Bain & Family, Mr. Alphonso (Chuck) Harris & Family, Connie Seymour & Family, Dorothy Bethel & Family, Tamica Sands & Family, Charles Williams & Family, Attorney Charles Mackey & Family, Vanrea Moss& Family, David Thompson & Family, Cornelius Augusta Burrows and Family, Veronica RigbyEvans &Family, David Greenslade & Family, the late Sheldon King & Family, Jeff Rodgers and Family, Arianna Lightbourne & Family, Victoria Saunders and Family, Thomas James Ewing & Family, Oraldron Saunders & Family, Carols Collie & Family, the Basden and Frith families of Freeport, Grand Bahama; the Missick Family of Kwan Yin, the proprietor and employees of the Purple Brew Bar, Centerville MP the Hon. Jomo Campbell, the Transfiguration Baptist Church family, Jordan Prince Williams Baptist School Class of 1995,the residents of the Fowler Street, Market Street and Lily of the Valley communities, the management and staff of the Fleming Street Clinic, nurses & doctors of Male Medical II of the Princess Margaret Hospital.

Archiff “Audiff” Leon “Al Brice” King has a host of additional relatives and friends, too many to mention. Please forgive us during our time of bereavement if your name was not mentioned above.

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

Funeral Services for

Sterling Ellis Poitier, 69

a resident of Ridgeland Park, will be held at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Wulff & Baillou Hill Roads, on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be fr. Roderick Bain. Interment follows in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads.

Left to celebrate his life and legacy are his, Wife: Maydore Poitier; Three Daughters: Tiffany Moncur, Shickara Poitier and Shequell Poitier (Daniel) Laing. Three Sons: Shaunico Sterling (Joy), Shavonquo, Shur Keitho Poitier. Eleven Grandchildren: Shaunico Sterling, Jr., Harlem, Charming, Nareen, Neon and Velvet Poitier, Daija, Amaya, Joydan, Dylan Laing and Travano Clarke. Seven Sisters: Althea Jolly, Paulette Poitier-Newton, Gloria Dorsette, Rena (Andrew) Bonimy, Cleta (Lorenzo) Laing, Myrtle Andrews and Portia Poitier. Two Brothers: Pedro and Keith Poitier. Nieces: Nathania (Ryan) Lewis, Rodnice Jolly, Meesann Hanna, Krissy Lundy, Brittany (Mikhail) Farrington, Shan, Paige and Tsyndney Edgecombe, Shamika and Marionetha ‘Gigi’ Poitier, Jessica Nottage, Dr. Claudette Newton, Attorneys Alexandria (Ashley) Williams, Antoinette (Charlton) Deal, Kaylinda Ferguson, Loretta (Dwayne) Ferguson, Cyntiest Dorsette, Charmaine (Joseph) Sturrup, Shakira Knowles, Sharon Cooper, Karen Whylly-Carver, Kim Whylly, Tammy Roger, India Turnquest, Attorney Shakera Ernest, Clintonique Duvalier and Rella White. Nephews: Randon (Tenille) Darville, Roskeino (Lavonne) Neely, Reko Poitier, Marvin Hanna, Keero Edgecombe, Clyde Newton II, Leroy Carey, Allen, Mario and Ricardo Dorsette, Kenritto Anderson, Tony Ferguson, Darius Turnquest, Charles White, Harry and Kyle Ernest, Michael (Florinda) Wring, Margo Wring, Vincent (Patricia) Wring, Gary (Geneva) Cooper, Gilbert and Fabian Whylly, Keith and Brad Lundy and Shannon Blackmon. Numerous Grand Nieces and Nephews including: Rhande Darville, Dre Knowles, Calderon Lamm, Jaz Smith, Jaazerel Neely, Rayven Lewis, Jestina Ferguson, Corrin Miller and Ryan Stuart. Mother-in-law: Edris King Edwards. Sisters-in-law: Vanessa Rolle, Sheena Mackey, Althea Hicks, Darrell Rolle and Denva Dawkins. Brothers-in-law: Dave Edwards and Eley Rolle. Cousins: The children of Herbert Thompson; The Descendants of the late: Deloris Cartwright, Vera Edgecombe, Louise Edgecombe, Hazel Williams, McFelon Deveaux, Maude Poitier-Hamilton, Louise Poitier, Theodora Poitier, Ruby Poitier, Cyril Poitier, Cedric Poitier, Carl Poitier, Reginald Poitier and Sir Sidney Poitier. Other Relatives and Friends including: Monica Russell, Kendall, Charlie, Fisher, Arthur, and Gregory Newbold, Martha and Richard Henry, Lillian and Neville Adderley. The Doctors and Nurses of Male Medical 1 at the Princess

Margaret Hospital, The staff of Little Feet Academy & Excelsior Elementary School, Maximum Security Company, The staff of RF Bank and Trust and St. Barnabas Anglican Parish Church Family and a host of other family and friends to numerous to mention.

May Sterling Soul Rest In Peace and Rise In Glory.

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 from1:00 p.m. until service time.

Fred Valcin aka Fred Pierre, 95

a resident of High Vista & formerly of Millennium Gardens, will be held at Saint Cecelia’s Roman Catholic Church, 4th Street the Grove on Saturday, 7 February, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. Officiating will be Reverend Father Simeon Roberts and other Ministers of the Gospel. Cremation follows.

He was predeceased by his parents, wife Elizabeth and son Jude.

Left to cherish his memories are, Daughters: Nancy Rahming, Michelle Merilus, Illiota Judith Hamilton, Rosemary Davis and Ismella Delancy. Sons: John Pierre and Franklyn Valcin. Son-in-law: Kenny Merilus, Keith Delancy and Dion Knowles. Adoptive Children: Elaine Lightfoot, Anita Saunders, Dwayne Davis and Keith Ferguson. Grandchildren: Linda Merilus, Janice Haywood, Carolyn Merilus, Kimberley Arrigo, Rashad Davis, Dexter Hamilton Styr-Destiny Meronard, Ashleigh Pierre, Diana Valcin, Beatrice Valcin, John Stephan Yanik Pierre-Davis, Kaitlyn Pierre, Tyvaughn Pierre and Ciara Rahming-Davis. Great Grandchildren: Nicolas Johnson, Ethan and Wyatt Haywood, Kennedy Arrigo. Caretaker: Karleen Munroe. Host of Relative & Friends: Celina Hamilton, John and Ernest Dean, Jermaine “Jay” Ferguson & Family, Nelson “Pencil” Turnquest, Ravel and Kevin Pierre, Communities of Sunlight Village and Hepburn Alley, Dr. Keith Rivers & Staff of Able Hands Medical Clinic, Staff of McKenn’s WardGeriatric Hospital, Anna Louis & Family, Tanya McCartney and family, Father Simeon Roberts, Father Nathaniel Ogar, Father David Cooper, Father Stephens, Joy Khan, Claudine Bethel.

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 9:30 a.m. until service time

Funeral Service for

Anthony Tony Fisher, 68

a resident of Hampshire Street, Cable Beach, will be held at Grants Town Wesley Methodist Church, Baillou Hill Road & Chapel Street, on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Henry A. Knowles, assisted by Deacon Jamicko Forde. Interment follows in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive.

Left to cherish his memories are his, 1 son: Antonio Fisher. 4 Daughters: Simone Fisher Gibson, Antonia, Anthonette and Anthoneisha Fisher. 1 Son-in-law: Darren Gibson. 4 Granddaughters: Acari and Royal Fisher, D’Nitria Williams and Darrielle Gibson. 6 Grandsons: Scott Fisher, Adrian Culmer Jr., A’Mari Williams, Valentino Sands, Darrion and Dario Gibson. 2 Brothers: Jerome Kelly Sr. and Stanford Fisher. 3 Sisters: Rev. Dianna Ranger, Sherilyn Fernander and Ruby “Stash” Kelly (lately deceased). 3 Aunts: Elcana Smith, Hortance Ingraham and Carol Young. 1 Brotherin-law: Julius Fernander. 1 sister-in-law: Donna Fisher. Nieces: Joette, Jewel Fernander, Jade Howard, Michelle Johnson, Uvenka Thompson, Tonya Kelly, Rawver Wright, Cindy Johnson, Beulah Mae, Isabella Coakley, Gelexus and Shikira Fisher, Judlicka, Adderaine Kelly, Sophia and Danavier Fisher and Miracle Strachan. Nephews: Ladon, Lavardo Wilmott, George Jr., Gevon, Donald, Orlando, Eddricko Fisher, Jerome Kelly Jr., Franklyn Robinson, Kervon, Preston Ranger, Garvin Strachan, George, Ervin, Elliott, Ryan, Latario, Rashad Kelly, Lavell Aubrey & Leon Howard. Grandnieces & Grandnephews: Garvin Jr., Gavriel, Gavinque Strachan, Justice, Destiny, Timothy Ranger, Donald III, Grayson Hamilton, Geleiah, Janaire, Jadon, Giandre Fisher, Eddricko Jr., Talia, Ternicko, Ternique, Ty’njah Fisher, Donald, D’mitri, Dalaysia, Saindria Fisher, Sharshee Grant, Naveah Forbes, Trinity Gibson, Ladon Jr., Legend Wilmott, Prince, Prarell Clarke, Emelia Bowe, Journey Kelly, Sirrano Smith, Obranique, Angel Cash, Dasario Brnnen, Da’Je Lighbourne, Kevin, Dwayne Jr., Delvin, Dominion, Davanya, Davante, Khia Fisher, Kennrick, Brittney, Branae, Brenton, Sherman, Cashiqua Innis, Garvieann Dermeritte, Orthnell Charlton, Alexis Scott, Darryl, Darese Miller, Cordell, Tyrell Curry, Tevan and Delron Inniss, Natario Hart, Nathaniel Hart, O’Neil Deveaux, Leander Bain, Antionette Duncanson & Jefferson Rolle. Cousins: Ida and Petra Johnson, Rhonda Cleare, Marilyn McKenzie, Sharelle Davis, Samacke Thompson, Edith Taylor, Paige Joseph & family, Orpheus, Pete, Kendall & Perry Ingraham, Glenda Thompson, Debbie Ingraham, Renee Duncombe, Sandy Smith, Eddie Ingraham, Stacia Ingraham, Bishop John Ingraham, Derek, George, Rendra, Mitchell & Cyril

Ingraham, Audrick Jr., Michael, McQueen Ingraham, Janice McFall, Stephanie Kelly, Wayde, Ken Ingraham, Orson Johnson, Gina Thompson, Debbie Davis, Viola Wallace, Annamae Jones, Andrew Miller, Brendall Miller, Maefern Brooke, Ulrick Brooks & Natasha Sands. Other Relatives & Special Friends: Guidry Williams, Yvonne Philome, Mack Jean, Susan Simms & family, Laing Family, Perry Mortimer & family, Keisha Ambrister, Ms. Patton & family, Evans family, Shaleah Storr, Kevin, Beno, Opal Rolle & family, Chapel Street family, Cable Beach, Hampshire Road family, Faith Avenue family, Grants Town Wesley Methodist family. Special thanks to the Doctors & staff of ICU and Male Surgical 2 Ward, Princess Margaret Hospital.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 10-6:00 p.m. on Friday & on Saturday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Memorial Service for

Patrick Gibson, 63

a resident of Hillcrest Drive, was held in the Chapel at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, on Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Cremation followed.

He is survived by his 2 sisters: Theresa Capron of Freeport, Grand Bahama and Rosemary Thompson (Nick); numerous nephews including: Delano Saunders (Tina); numerous nieces, cousins & a host of other relatives & friends including the Seven Hills Community.

Funeral Services for

Sharon “Shay Shay” Fox, 50

a resident of Peach Street & formerly of Flamingo Gardens, will be held at the Annex Baptist Church, Wulff Road & Pinedale on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Apostle Mitchel E. Jones & Rev. Linden Knowles. Interment follows in Old Trail Cemetery, Old Trail Road.

Sharon is survived by her, Parents: David and Barbara Fox. Grand mother: Lillian Fox. Children: Shamara, Martin Jr., Shantea and Shaquel Cox, Barbara Fox. Sisters: Shanika Fox and Denise Fox. Sister-inlaw: Simone Fox. Brothers: David Jr., Ryan and Kevin Fox, Darren Burrows. Grandchildren: Bazlina and James Jr. Moore, Kourtney Thompson, Jefford Smith, Serenity and Trinity Tenilius, Taviyah Rahming and Devaughn Deveaux. Nieces: Danielle Munroe, Davia, Shaniyah, Daronique and Deonte Burrows. Nephews: Dwayne, Carmelo, Kameron, and Kevin Jr. Fox, Deangelo, Angelo and Terell Stubbs. Special friend; Whitney Leadon. Aunts: Peggy Hamilton, Jenane Kemp, Joyce Adderley, Bernice Burrows, Marsha Thompson, Eloise and Jan Fox, and Zelda Rolle. Uncles: Hansel Burrows, Lincoln Hamilton, Rudolph and Arnold Fox. Cousins: Shaquita, Opal, Ricardo Jr., Rasheed Fox, Alex., Trevor, Tracey, Reed Jr., Vonya, Sonia, Shavonette, Tanya, Walter, Kevin Jr., Vincent, Lynette, Trevor Delarene, Gailene, Shelton, Kisty, Eisha, Lamar, Kitty, Shazel, Shanae, Sherwin Jr., Rudean, Rashawna, Rudolph Jr., Steven, Rashawn, Constance, Danielle, Sheniqua, Neko, Shirley, Patrell Rahming. Close Friends: Monique, Brenda, Raquel, Jodene. Other Relatives and Family including: the Thompson family, Saunders family, Burrows family, Catherine Knowles family, Tavaris Rahming, Hanna family, Jolly family, Rahming family, Rolle Avenue family, Flamingo Gardens Family, Union Village and Peardale family, Prime Minister Brave Davis, Hon. Perry G. Christie, MP. Jomo Campbell, MP Keith Bell, Dr. Pintard, Dr. Carey, Dr. Hollandale, nurses of the East Med/Surg Ward, and the staff of Demeritte’s Funeral Home.

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.

Lexius Joyeux, 83

a resident of Apple Street, Wulff Road & formerly of St. Louis-du Nord, Haiti, will be held at The Gospel Assembly Church of Jesus Christ, Minnie Street, on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Pastor Celiner St. Louis. Interment follows in Old Trail Cemetery, Old Trail Road.

He survived by his wife: Arilia Dorgile- Joyeux; 3 Daughters: Inetide Joyeux-Augustin, Saintermise Joyeux, Jennie Joyeux; 2 sons: Adno, Phillip Joyeux; One step Daughter: Nelly Legiste; 3 step sons: Destiny, Ronel, Franchile Dorgile; 50 grandchildren; 2 sisters: Tilia, Ciliana Joyeux; 3 sons-in-law: Mathew, Willy, Jones; Nieces: Moncilia, Louisiana, Choumy, Angie; 5 brothers Nephews: Tony Louis, Oli, Wens, Vens The Apple Street Family, The Dormeuis Family, The Gospel Assembly Church of Jesus Christ, The Legiste family, Mr. Balaam Brown, The Pierre, Charlisena and family, Charitable Mansepasa and family, Friends and others relatives.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 9-2:00 p.m. on Saturday & on Sunday at the church from 1:00 p.m. until service time.

Funeral Service for

Matriarch Maureen Baillou, 87

a resident of #4 Ross Corner & formerly of Lower Bogue, Eleuthera, will be held at Southside Christian Ministries Int’l, #1 Dignity Gardens, on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Prophet Arthur Duncombe. Interment follows in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Gladstone Road.

Maureen was predeceased by the love of her life Everette Vincent Baillou.

Left to cherish her precious memories are her, Children: Sheryl (Charles) Smith, Glenward (Ingrid) Baillou, Joan (Thomas Sr.) Baillou-Ferguson, Monique Lydia Baillou; Grandchildren: Shantina (Lance) Munnings, Lakera (Shawn) Parks, Kimberly(Sherman) Ferguson, Keva (Desir) Bien, Randolph Baillou, Ramirez (Darrio) Knowles, Glenwood, Glenell, Glenniece and Glenadetra Baillou, Tyronella (Laron) Lopez, Thomas Ferguson Jr., Tyrus and Princess Baillou, Tavion (Kirvina) Smith, Andria Smallwood. Great grand children: Joshua, Akia (Amaya), Caleb, Jaanai, Desir Jr., Victoria, Shernise, Lydia, Kayla, Elianna, David, Kamari, Cailyn, Ayden, Shaenay, Sekai, Jayden, Janiya, Tiffany, Randolph Jr., Tyrone, Topaz Jr.; Sisters: Dr. Joan Carey, Willamae Albury, Verneka Thompson, Oralee Saunders, Sheila Baillou and others residing in Florida, USA. Brothers: Harrington “Zip” Frazier, Larry Johnson, Donald Cash and others residing in Florida, USA. Sisters-in-law: Sheila Baillou and Margrette Frazier. Nieces: Chereise Rolle, Marlena Frazier, Pamela Baillou, Charmaine Davis, Marva Thompson, Vanessa Johnson, Janice Debbie Nairn, Stephanie McPhee, Lillie Benson, Cheryl (Cleveland) Lightbourne, Helena (Jensen) Cooper, PaulaMae Demeritte, Emma Romer (Godchild), Frances Rolle, Valorie Hopkins (USA), Teazel Blatch, Linda Paulsaint, Albertha Baillou, Marina Stevens, Betty Dorsett, Juanita Rahming, Carla and Natasha Saunders, Anastacia Knowles, Theresa (Lloyd) McKenzie, Linda Paulsaint, Stephanie Andrews, Eria and Cora Grant. Nephews: Dwight Thurston, Jermaine Carey, Joseph Wemyss, Bishop Dr. Raymond Neilly, Wellington Neely, Reverend Christopher Neilly, Dr. Andre Neilly, Raymond, Demiko, Uhency Baillou, Prince, Derek, Clifford (Cora) Hopkins, Alec (Carol) Baillou, Brad and Ricardo Baillou. Adopted Children: Tonya Fernander, Flora Davis, Kristine Sandiford. Adopted Grandchildren: Taneka (Thomas) Mackey, Celetha Ferguson (Prince and Fabian), Janae Harris, Ariel Hanna, Kadeja Davis. Caretaker: Fanny Paul. Other Relatives and Friends: Breshante (Brayden and Noel), Perez, David Jr., Shenique and Steve Hopkins, Jamal, Shantel Bevans, Sheena McKinney, Sherrel Duncombe, Dihann Williams, Monique &

Dennis Bain, Lashawn Brown, Valencia Baillou, Monalisa and Anna Baillou and Family (Abaco), Jestteko Cooper, Bernadette and Berando Mackey, Kate Smith, Antoinette Oscar, Danielle Gibson and Grayson, Holly Pearce, Megan and Linda, Caroline and Reka, Randy and Deko, Thomasina Bethel, Serenity and Malachi, Erica Ferguson and Family, Karen Springer, Lionel & Kaylani Sooklall, Savannah Cambridge, Donna Hamilton and Family, Deborah and Arthur Rollins and Family, Tewisha Fernander and Family, Sgt. Inez Miller, Jen Knowles and Family, Daresha Knowles and Family, Ann Miller and Family, Noelle Scott, Davincia Rahming, Vanria Greene, Prophet Arthur and Jacqueline Duncombe and the officers and members City of Praise Church, Hon. Jomo Campbell and Family, The Centreville Urban Renewal Team, Centreville URC Seniors’ Association, The Board and Staff of the Bahamas Bridge Authority, Ross Corner Family, Tom’s Club, Phoenix Pest Control, Smith’s Construction, Blue Wave Café, Taste Like Mor Catering, Cornerstone Apparel, The Freeport and Abaco Baillou Family, Mastic Point, Andros Community, the North Eleuthera Communities, Descendants of the Albury, Cash, Neilly and Frazier Family.

We regret that it is not possible to list all relatives and friends. However, we take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude for all your thoughts, prayers, and kind words.

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

Shirley Lockhart, 86

a resident of Pinewood Gardens, died at her residence on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

She is survived by her 4 children: Ingrid Farrington, Natasha Carey, Nicole Carey & Brent Lockhart; numerous grand & great grandchildren & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Funeral Service for

Preston McCoy, 96

a resident of Silverado Close, Silver Gates & formerly of Industrious Hill, Cat Island, will be held at Grants Town Seventh-Day Adventist Church, #18 Wellington Street, on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Leonardo Rahming, Pastor Wilson Isnord & Pastor Jeremiah Duncombe, assisted by Elder Christopher , Elder Roger Forbes & Elder Tyrone Paul. Interment follows in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Roads.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife and faithful partner of 50 years, Debra McCoy Children: Victoria Woods, Michael, Patricia, Assistant Superintendent of Police Preston Jr., Antorn, Henry, Regina, Recole, and Dorinda McCoy. Daughters-in-law: Alvern McCoy, Johnette McCoy. Grandchildren: Porscha, Zachary, Ashvaughn, Amal, Jamari, Mikali, Zavion, Kirah, Asher, Johnae, Micaya, Liam, Denim, Paris, Kemron. Great-grandchildren: Mika, Joseph, Myeisha, Ashanti, Ashvenique. Brothers-in-law: Philip Greenslade, Teddy, Johnny, Eddie, Trevor, and Greg McDonald Sisters-in-law: Francina Sands, Sonia Dean, Pamela, Paula, and Verna Greenslade, Olga McDonald, Decline, Monique, Rose McDonald, Salomie McDonald, Marie McDonald. Nieces: Carolyn McDonald, Fredamae (Floyd) McCoy, Donna McCoy, Magdalene McCoy, Carla Wilson, Vanria (Felix) Dixon, Estermae McCoyDames, Sonia, and Shelby Sands, Alice Gilbert, Michelle Dean, Kelda Brown, Kera, Vioresse, and Asha Duncombe, Kesna, Eileen, Teshan McDonald, Kameka McDonald, Georgette, Gayle, Gina, and Vernae Greenslade, Helen Thurston, Garnell Miller. Nephews: Godfrey McCoy, Jeffery (Vanessa) McCoy, Preston (Josephine) McCoy, Nelson McCoy, Yenchewite (Yank) McCoy, Ret. Sgt Camalo McCoy, Insp. Tito (Shyvette) McCoy, Gregory and Telonis Sands, Desmond, Ellison, Kevin, Steven, Edwin, Patrick, Mark, and Terrence Greenslade, Torrey McDonald, Donathan Cox, Anwar McDonald, Dion Coakley. Aunt: Marguerita Simmons. Aunt-inlaw: Doreen Campbell. Grandnieces: Chinta McDonald, Teshera (Sonny) Bellot, Christabelle, Joyann, Johnasia, (Yank’s daughter), Henreica, Camalette, Camarie, Bloneva, Geneva, Jane, Samantha, (Denise, Floyd’s other daughter), Prescola, Veintae, Stamanika, Reshetta. Grandnephews: Ryan, Christopher, Franklyn Jr., Vaughn, Sergio, Lorenzo, Julian, Samuel, Jamal, Mikey, Tito Jr., Tavion, Camalo Jr., Jevan, and Presco McCoy, Able Seaman Troy, Carrington, Rashad, Tyvon, and Renaldo Numerous greatgrand nieces and nephews Godchildren: Janet Brown, Miriam Stuart, Anthon Miller Cousins & Other Relatives and friends: Children of the late Uncle William’ Bill’ Simmons: Craig, Nelson, Anthony, Humphrey, Willie, Keno, Garvin, and Deangelo Simmons, Jacqueline and Donnalee Simmons, Sandralee Cartwright. Children of the late Aunt Margaretta Hepburn: Garfield, Ishamel, Reuben, and Maxwell Hepburn, Kevin, Margaret, Patrice, Jerome, Ava; Children & Grandchildren of Uncle Arthur Simmons: Irma Smith, Len and Emron King, Norma Fernander, Marsha Thompson. Children of the late Aunt Sarah Coakley: Sister Janice, George, Maxwell Philip, Peter and Anthony Coakley; the Children of the late Aunt Alene

Moxey: Michael, Scott Moxey, Janice Roberts Descendants of the late Christopher & Jemima McCoy: Loretta Knowles, Ethel Rolle and Family, Samuel Knowles and Family, Betty, Judy Whyms, Cara Watson, Marco & Dencil Evans, Sheila Gordon, Kim Bullard, Janet Brown, Lolly and Natalie Johnson (Tallahassee, FL), Robert and Joseph McCoy, Diane McCoy, Lydia Armaly, Sharon Dorsett, Carolyn Dorsett Williams, Dr. Caridad Farrington, Diana Farrington, Jeremiah Darling. Descendants of Tierney Haley McCartney: Marie and Andrew Hepburn, Joshua Wilson, Moses Wilson, Children of the late James Campbell: James, Janice Munnigs, Christine and Mavis Campbell other cousins: Margaret Elizabeth, Nurse Buchanan, Eric Hepburn, Roland Brown, Winnifred Bannister, Sada Miller, Liza Brown. Other Relatives and Friends, including Elivia McCoy, Jamie Gibson, Bernea Smith-Ritchards, Elder Norman Seymour and family, Virginia Butler and family, Lilly Seymour and family, Children of the Late Charles Brown (Cove), the Simmons, Browns, Hepburns, Seymours, Moncurs, Kings, Ramseys, and Zonicles of North and South Cat Island, Alqueena McPhee, Talal, Theo, Heather and family, Children of the late Reckley and Vincie Dorsett, Nathaniel, Joseph, Sandrena Francis, Quinton, Demetria, Erica, Bianca, Children of the late Carl Strachan, Children of the late Rufus and Agnes Hepburn, Olga, Yvonne, Randy and Troy; Sis Debbie Armbrister and Family, Sis Margaret Cleare and Family, Sis Cosette JohnsonWilson and Family, Elder George and Deloris Williams and family, Elder Willard Cleare and family, Sis Francis Clarke Pratt and family, Elder Marcellus and family, the Seaview and Hillside SDA Church family. Special Thanks: Pastor Wilson Isnord, Elder Christopher Stewart, and the elders, officers, and members of the Grant’s Town Seventh-day Adventist Church, Nurse Cidera, Flamingo Gardens Clinic, Dr. Rolle and team, and the nurses of Male Medical Ward #1, Princess Margaret Hospital.

Friends may pay their last respects at Demeritte’s Funeral Home, Market Street, from 9-2:00 p.m. on Saturday & on Sunday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice for Devince Johnson, 49

a resident of Antiqua Way, Golden Gates & formerly of Freeport, Grand Bahama, died at PMH on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

He is survived by his mother: Christine Johnson; special friend: Philippa Higgs; children: Sheila, Colsin, Devincia & Devano; 4 brothers: Daniel, Lucner, Rock & Clemeus aka KK; 2 sisters: Amelia & Hermana; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Death Notices for

Dawn Garnet Forbes, 52

a resident of #35 Peter Street East, died at his residence on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

He is survived by his 3 sisters: Joann Rose of Miramar, Fl., Kimbolin Anderson of Hollywood, Fl & Shena Forbes; 2 brothers: Vincent Forbes Jr. & Darren Roberts; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Rosemary Green, 71

a resident of Mangrove Cay, Andros, died on Sunday, February, 2026.

She is survived by her husband: George Green; 6 children: Joanne Duncombe, Donna, Karen, George Jr., Lashan & Rashad Green; 2 sons-in-law: Trevor Duncombe & Derek; 1 daughterin-law: Shantell Green; 6 siblings: Alexander & Lulumae Finlayson, Elizabeth Saunders, Deborahmae Finlayson, Donna Finlayson-Doran & Jenniemae Walker; 18 grand children, 4 great grandchildren & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Randy Kirk

“Slam” Johnson, 68

a resident of #43 Kensington Gardens, died at his residence on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

He is survived by his special friend: Rosalie Mackey & family; 2 sisters: Ella Lewis & Aneka McKinney; 2 brothers: Wayde Thompson & Ted Porter; 2 aunts: Betty Antonia & Iona Williams; uncles: Clement Williams.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Min. Madge Christine

“Grammy” Hunter-Kemp, 88

a resident of #20 Goombay Close, Jubilee Gardens & formerly of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera, died at PMH on Thursday, January 29, 2026.

She is survived by her 3 daughters: Louise Knowles, Carriemae Clarke & Christine Brown; 3 sons: Kenneth Sands, Barrington Sands & Nathaniel Ettienne; numerous grand & great grandchildren; 6 sisters: Tootsie Hunter, Patricia Pinder, Sylvia Bonaby, Maria Andrews & Vernita Gray; 2 brothers: Terrance & Arlington Hunter; numerous nieces & nephews & a host of other relatives & friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Funeral Service For

Davanya Kendal Kenice Knowles, 37

of Bernard Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Friday, February 6th, 2026, 11:00am at New Covenant Baptist Church, Independence Drive, New Providence. Officiating will be Rev. George A Bodie, Senior Pastor and Bishop Dr. J. Carl Rahming assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence.

She was predeceased by her father: Kendal Knowles; brothers: Kenvado & Jacoby Knowles; grandfather: Edward Knowles; step grandfather: Francis Carey; uncle: Kenton Knowles; cousins: Dario & Deondre Knowles.

She will lovingly be remembered by her children: Arvadrinique, Aniya, and Avaria Rolle; Amari and Rashae Knowles; mother: Kelda Gibson; grandmothers: Beverley Knowles & Reverend Marina Gibson-Carey; sisters: Maxine Johnson, Tanisha Knowles, Kenya (Damargio) Whymns, Kenrica Knowles, Nakeisha Wright; brothers: Dwight Morrison, Kendanio Knowles, Kenrico Wright, Kendrae (Gennae) Knowles, Stephen (Waynedra) Johnson, Kenyon & Kenton Grant & Anthony Bain Jr.; special friend: Clifford Storr Jr.; nieces: Dasya Morrison, Sha’dae, Da’Margia, Kiara, Kylea, Khloe, Destiny, Navaeh, Kendranae, Teashia Knowles, Keante Knowles, Kearie, Omya, Mariah and Miley; nephews: Kenroy Kenvado Knowles, Kendal Knowles, Keano Knowles, Cameron, Camari, Kaiden, Kendanio, Damargio Jr., Kenron, Kendall, Kendrae Jr., Dwight Jr., Dwaydin, Tashawn, Shyne & Caeliam; aunts: Donna Knowles, Denise (Dwight) Johnson, Pamela Gibson & Deidra Gibson of West Palm Beach, Florida, Melrose Butterfield, Gail Gibson, Shona Davies, Renee Etienne (Anthony), Beverley Smith (Osmond) and Shantell Gibson; uncles: Kevin Knowles, Graylin Gibson, Hank Gibson (Eloise), Dwight Gibson, Levar Carey (Deniqua), Chrislyn Sturrup, Hubert Pratt; grand aunts: Dolly Edgecombe, Gloria Miller, Eleanor, Julie, Betty, Jency & Pattie Bethel, June Hawkins, Zelma Knowles, Marilyn (Eric) Rahming, Patsy (Sidney) Moss, Dolly (Floyd) Delancy, Vernamae Duncan, Barbara Farrington and Nancy Fernander (Dewitt Fernander); grand uncles: Paul Bethel and Cedric Knowles; great grand aunt: Rev. Uly Thompson; great grand uncle: Carlton Thompson; cousins: Kirmal Storr Sr., Kelson (Stavanya), Brynton, Denecia (Travis), D’Arshae, Iana, Donte, Diandra (Anthony) Deane, Deonya (Inspector David ) Rolle, Denika, Shaunte, Devante, Kenton & Keon Knowles; Destinay

Bethel, Deketra & Dakeisha Sturrup, Danielle Wallace, Glendina Williams, Ryan, Tevin & Ashley Edgecombe; Prashad, Rashando, Toriano, Jamal, Sherron (Faith) Major, Ian (Ashlyn) Adams, Tekessa, Treilon, Corey, Vopell, Roleithia, Folasade, Oreika, Kieron, Ebbony, Valentino, Natalia, Adam, Danny Jr., Danise, Kimberly, David, Joseph, Anthonique, Rajanee, Antonia, Carima, Deandra, Hank Jr., Kendi, Osmond Jr., Jeno, Osrianna, Davern, Mario, Denario, Shashanna, Shavette, Gabriel, Kayreasa, Keanu, Kiara, Kemaj, Kyian, Ki’aja, Kiante’, Lavinia, Danielle, Kaiden, Alexxia, Dante, Danae, Sahara, David Jr., Daniel, Logan, Nathan, Ava, Aubree, Jayden, Haley, Corey Jr., Cortiasj, DaCorey, Tranell, Tarique, Asjanae, Danaje, Ajron, Tito Jr., Theon, Azai, E’mori, Lady, Carter, Oren, Jazzarah, Kendira, Jeno Jr., Orianna, Kamila, Anishka, Milo, Bailey, Camarah, Kristy, Vernell, Richard, Verley, Alex, Dedrie, Judy, Ann, Rochelle, Samantha, Andrea, Astrid, Ingrid, Allison, Shelley, Joan, Crystal, Toriano, Michael, Maurice Crestwell & Charisse Edgecombe; Raquel (Michael) Clarke; Marcia (Steven) Bain & Family, Dorcia Cash, Sandra (John) Bain & Family, Michelle (Geoffrey) Deveaux & Family, Simone (Raymond) Dean & Family, Mario, Marcello, Madio & Mauricio Bethel; Angie, Laverne, Shanique, Dave, Dexter Mitchell; Lisa, Vanessa, Dino, Melissa, Bridgette, Sharon, Trevor, Tamika and Toriano Bethel; Aldrinique (Darron) Beneby; Bioandi, Monique (Ricky), Pasha Knowles, Lovella Paul, Philip, Felicia & Julian, Michelle, Mitzi, Edmund (DebbieAnn), Sidney Jr., Jerome, Erica, Eric, Janay, Sidney Jr., Sean, Melissa, Monique, LaShan, Joann, Mark, Ryan, Sonovia, Annis, Willamae, Dianna, Cheryl, Deborah, Sonia; other relatives and friends: Mashanti Campbell, Arvad Rolle, Marsha Rolle (Wilfred Beneby), Tanisha Major, Terinika Wells, Marcian Frazier, Ashley Chery, Harcourt Rolle, Christine Wring & family Sandra (Hemish) Moxey & family, Kayla Rolle & family, Natasha (Ellis) Bastian & family, Keith & Colin Rolle and families, Rashad & Rasean Rolle, Renee Smith & family, Yvette Williams & family, Duke Sr., Duke Jr., Anthony and family, Des, Monique, Toya, Ingraham, Cudson Capron, Bishop Dr. J. Carl & Min. Evangeline Rahming, Rev. George & Min. Michelle Bodie & The St. Paul’s Baptist Church Family, Barbara Rahming & Family, Tracy (Chima) Johnson, Merry, Barbara Higgs & Family, Royal Towers Housekeeping family, Royal Towers Engineering Family, Magnola Clarke, Kenny, Alma Demeritte & Family, Stiamad, Stephanie Knowles, Chandline, Nicole, The Mckenzie Family, Verland, The entire Hatchet Bay Eleuthera community, The Bernard Rd. Families, Verlandine, Thina Sturrup & Family, Etienne, Monique Dawkins & Family, Special Thanks to: Management & Staff Atlantis Royal Towers; Rev. Trajean & Min. Rhonda Jadorette of New Covenant Baptist Church, Dr. Jacinta Higgs, Staff & Students of Akhepran Int’l. Academy and many other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

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

Funeral Service For

Letitia Monique Johnson Wallace, 48

of Red Sea, Soldier Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, February 13th, 2026, 12:00noon at Grace Community Church, Grace Avenue, Palmetto Village, New Providence. Officiating will be Senior Pastor Lyall Bethel assisted by Pastor Stuart Kelly, Pastor Carlyle Peart and Elder Cyril Peet. Interment will be follow in the Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence.

Precious memories will forever linger in the hearts of her husband: Stanley Wallace Sr.; mother: Allison Johnson-Morgan; father: Allan Adderley; children: David Harvey, Altonique, Altonaye & Altoniesha Davis & Stanley Wallace Jr.; grandchildren: Anthony Fowler Jr.; grandmother: Miriam Adderley; step father: Hubert Morgan; step children: Re’dario Humes & Davin Harvey; sister: Tara Lockhart; brothers: Sidney Brown, Ricky Johnson, Michael, Allan Jr. & Jonathan Adderley; aunts: Nathlee & Grace Beneby, Ann Andrews, Lana Collier, Leota Gaston, Sabrina Hills & Sybil Johnson; uncles: Charles & Tristan Johnson; sons-in-law: Anthony Fowler Sr. & Aliaistair Major; daughter-in-law: Trinay Rigby; sisters-inlaw: Monique Wallace & Ashtoretha Alexander; brothers-in-law: Antonio & Jamaal Wallace; nieces: Sidnecka & Sayriah Brown, Haven & Janiyah Adderley, Nevaeh Lockhart, Reshan, Roshan & Petra Munroe, Lyndell & Lyndiesha Farrington, Latesha Wallace, Catelya; nephews: Sidney Pratt, Janario & Sanario Brown, Zion Lockhart, Versace Xavier, Lorenzo & Lynden Farrington, Antonico Wallace; numerous cousins and other relatives and friends including: Eric, Erica, Kirk & Dwight Beneby,

Janice Knowles, Latoya Griffin, Lucille Toote, Kendra Newbold, Warick Andrews, Dianne Johnson, Annette Ferguson, Bernie Gaston Jr., Tavain & Jennifer Haynes, Tamika Gibson, Leonna Sturrup, Ronald Knowles Sr., Ricardra Rolle, Sophia Sweeting, Melanie Davis, Sharon Henfield Grant, Lorrinder Allen, Ann Johnson, Raquel Henfield, J’Myah Mullings, Latoya Mackey, Dominique & Antonice Clarke, Darlene Brennen, Cranston Jr & Shakia Rolle, Anthaon, Jenna & Johneisha Fowler, Ponance Bodie, Troy Black, Marcia & Keva McKenzie, Joseph, Anthony Sr. & Gertrude Davis, Mavis Roker, Sharon Ferguson, Adriana & Lyndon Prosper, Tiffany Clarke, Eric Simms Sr., Antonio Thompson Jr., Nicole Thompson, Gabrielle, Eric Jr. & Aisa Simms, Trevor Thompson Jr., Kimberly Strachan, Anthony Davis Jr., Cindy Prescott, Solomon, Berkeley & Elizabeth Johnson, Tameka Musgrove, Jadon Russell, Sonise Wallace, Angelino & Lakera Fox, Claytonique Coleby, Annie Cooper, Samantae & Antanae Rolle, Craiesha Johnson, Genesis Davis, Jasmine Mackey, Deontae Butler, Ronald Jr. & Ronisha Knowles, Michell Symonette, Anthony Sweeting, Derrick Crossman, Carlos Collie, Earllesha Stuart, Destiny Williams, Sawdia, Celia, Traviea, Jayden, Geraldo & Hollow Rolle, Kenva Hanna, Windy & David Wallace, Patrick Moulton, Devon & Pamela Seymour, Latavia Hall, Lydia Anderson, Cedtisha, Shawonda, Dianndra, Shakeira, Nathaniel, Bob, Gary, Poogie, Antonine, Lachanda, Sheena, Aksana, Crystal, Stephanie Armbrister-Rigby, Tanya, Lorraine, Kenton, Nathan, Knell, Leon, Floyd, Jarred, Mallyiah, Debra, Delinson Jr., Kai; others relatives and friends: Cynthia Wallace & Family, Erica Jolly & family, Agatha & family,Nadia Brown & family, Restview Memorial Family, Outreach Family, Newbirth Deliverance Ministries, Fox Hill Family, Grace Terrance Family, Soldier Road Family, Ross Corner Family, Taylor Street family, Hay Street family, Mason Addition Family, Elizabeth Estate Family, Elizabeth Estates Children’s Home, Kemp Road family, Eastwood family, Bain Town Family, The Island Game family, City Market family, Claridge Primary Family, DWDavis family, C. I. Gibson family & TikTok family; special thanks to: Grace Community Church, Senior Pastor Lyall Bethel and Family, Pastor Stuart Kelly and Family, Pastor Carlyle Peart and Family, Elder Cyril Peet and Family and other relative and friends.

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

Funeral Services For

Diane Elizabeth Parotti, 79

of Bay Cedar Drive, Darling Plum Close, Seabreeze Estates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Salt Pond, Long Island, Bahamas, will be held on Saturday, 7th February, 2026, 10:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Anglican Church, Soldier Road, Highbury Park, New Providence. Officiating will be The Rev’d Dr. Ethan P. J. Ferguson assisted by The Rev’d Fr. Berkley Smith, Calvin Parker & Justin Hudson. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens, Soldier Road, New Providence.

Online Memorial Link: https://www.mykeeper.com/DianneParotti

Left to mourn her passing are her husband: Hartley A. Parotti; daughters: Joanne, Lynn, Holly; siblings: Patricia, Kenneth, Linda, June, Laurie; grandsons: James & Jack; sister-in-law: Marie; nieces & nephews: Sandra, Catherine (Kim), Michelle, Jason, Jessica, Chantell, Scott, David, Johnathan, Melissa, Christopher Wendy, Steven, Judi, Shelly, Sherry, Mary, Julio, Eleanor, Barbara, Helena, Frances Michael, Elizabeth, Susan, Regina and other relatives and friends.

THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC VIEWING.

Clarabell Ingraham, 53

of Windsor Lane, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 11:00am at Voice of Deliverance, Malcolm Allotment, New Providence. Officiating will be Senior Pastor Daron Davis assisted by Pastor Monique Davis, Judea Family Worship Center. Interment will be held in Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road, New Providence.

She was predeceased by her father: Samuel Ingraham; brother: Clement Ferguson; nephew: Derek Coakley.

She will fondly be remembered by her mother: Francis Ingraham; daughters: Kristin and Tronia Minus, Dannielle, Bria and Tonique Ingraham; grand children: Leonardo Taylor Jr., Tronardo and Trent Taylor, Fredrick Ingraham, Tazai Adderley, Danneya Johnson, Gianna Moss and Wynta Edmond; sons-in-law: Marc Adderley, Alfred Strachan, Leonardo Taylor, Watson Edmond; sisters: Marion Coakley, Carmetta Ingraham, Vernita Ferguson; brothers: Samuel Cox, Charles Ferguson; brother-in-law: Derek Caokley; nieces: Deresha Coakley, Deranique Coakley, Lakeisha Davis, Oprah Rolle, Shenika Ferguson, Latoya Taylor, Antonika Ferguson, Shanae Ferguson, Lakeisha Cox, Rashanda Cox; niece-in-law: Esther Murrhy; nephews: Philip Ferguson, Marco Ferguson, Ranard Rolle, Raymond Rolle, Patrick Murray, Cordero Coakley, Christopher Coakley, Jahkiem Cox, Lance Cox, Kine Cox, Jamine Cox; grand nephews: Logan Colebrooke, Amon Baker Jr., Antonio Ferguson Jr., Moneko Curtis Jr. Donald Coakley Jr., Haniel Murphy, Bruce Munroe; grand nieces: Kayliesha Baker, Naveah Ferguson, Arthea Culmer; and other relatives and friends.

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

Funeral Services For

Franklin Alexander Johnson, 63

of Greenway Drive, Golden Gates #2, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Friday, February 6th, 2026, 11:00am at Bible Truth Ministries, Martin Close off Cowpen Road. Officiating will be Rev Dr. Stephen Ferguson assisted by Prophetess Rev. Joan Lisa Horton. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence.

Precious memories will remain in the hearts of Franklin’s wife: Laverne Johnson; sons: Franklin Jr., Lynden and LeBron Johnson; granddaughter: Shaniah Wallace; brother: Trevor Johnson; sisters: Portia, Indira and Venteria Johnson and Pastor J. Lisa Horton; brothers-in-law: Kenwood, Tyrone and Commander Byron Brown, Supt. Franklyn Dorsett, Patrick Adderley and John Spencer; sisters-in-law: Marsha Dorsett, Natasha Adderley, Joycelyn, Tanya and Kacey Brown; nephews: Trevor Johnson Jr. of Philadelphia, Wayne Newman Jr., Sidney Jr. and Sidron Johnson, Chester Dickerson Jr., Robin Strachan Jr., Dominic Virgil, Neil Stubbs Jr., Keshagen and Kristoff Adderley, Byron Jr., Deshawn, Benoit, Stefon and Jahmal Brown; nieces: Latrisa Simpkins, Tevora and Anya Johnson all of Philadelphia, Edrika Ramsey, O’Karviah Newman, Kemranique Josey, Kemdeecia Brown, Lourdes Strachan, Anniska Pierre, Shanique McKinney, Erica Moss, Christian Stubbs, Alexis, Kellie, Shantera, Tanisha, Kadeisha, Koffia, Shanteche, Tyra and N’Asia Brown; nephews-in-law: Trevor Pierre and DeAngelo Moss; nieces-in-law: Kera and Tanesha Adderley, Kendira and Talice Brown; grandnephews: Zahir, Trevon and Caleb Johnson of Philadelphia, Wyatt Dean, Afloabie Sansusi, Kayden Johnson, Liam McKinney, Azaiah Adderley, Byron III, Benoit Jr., Reign Brown and Joshua Moss; grandnieces: Zayda, Nana, Mahogany, Ah’mani and Ay’lah Johnson of Philadelphia, Algernique Rolle, Zion Hernandez, Lauren, Treazure and Serynity McKinney, Kylee, Briyanna, Taylah and Bailey Brown, Katelynn Duncombe, Marion and Treneisha Pierre; cousins including: James Jr. and Elizabeth Clarke, Leona Roberts, Sabrina Accius, Shavonne Sands, Eunice and Walter Rose, Roberto, Shercolette and Keanu Taylor, Nadia, Shimika and Anthony Allen; other relatives and friends including: Sincere Braynen, Brice, Maureen Rolle and family, Minister Keith Higgs, Rev. Vincent Simms, Constance Evans and family, Veronica Ferguson and family, The Simmons family, Baron Deal, Paul Steino, Dorothea Brown and family, Marilyn Johnson and Family, Soul Reapers Church of Christ, Judaea Baptist Church family, BTC, Sandilands Rehabilitation Centre, Food Service Department and Nicola Johnson,

Viewing will be held in the Serenity Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary, Robinson and Soldier Roads, New Providence on (TODAY) Thursday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Friday at the church from 9:30am until service time.

Mario Ricardo Miller, 43

of Crabapple Road, New Providence, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 11:00am at Five Porches of Deliverance, Market Street and Poinciana Avenue, New Providence. Officiating will Prophet Silvan Farquharson. Interment will be follow in the Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Pearline Miller; sons: Mario Jr. Markito Ricardo Antony Jamario; sisters: Esther Gibson Sandra Smith; brother: Jeffrey Miller; uncles: Dan Cephas Cyril & Neaman Miller; nieces: Micheal Duat, Ashely Baptiste, Whitney McKenzie, Deandra Ava, Latoya, Crystal, Quintera, Keishamae, Jeoffora, Skylar, Jalnanil Ferguson; nephews: Micheal Baptiste, Randolp Jr. Strachan, Jeffrey Jr., Deon, Jeoffano, Valentino; grandnieces: Kishel, Madison, Mikayla, Erin, Christoney, Ashtraley, Keanna, Jaida, Paidyn, Nicole, Ericka; grandnephews: Erick Jr., Malik, Duran Jr., Erikahn, Erion, Keyshawn, Nico, Larrelo, Osazee, Christon, Micheal Jr., Randio, Rashaad; great grandnephews: Damir & Aiden; grandchild: Ivanquie Miller; cousins: Cyril Jr., Otis, Jarrea, Carla, Shantel, Erica, Cee-Cee, Ivan, Robin, Shakera, Loretta, Tamika, Terrily, Rita, Cynthia, Bridget, Monique, Andrew, Nathan, Timothy, Mark, Janson, Rita, Stevan, Elaine, Carolyn, Barbara, Christopher, Samson, Mark, Mario, Nathan, Joshua, Samson; cousins-in-law: Kevin Neely, Eric Duat, Christopher McKenzie, Nieico Baptiste, Tippy, Anthony, aka “Dog”; aunt-in-law: Norma, Ella, Vivian, Kayan, Katie; uncle-in-law: Junior, Harry, Anthony, Kirkwood, Malcolm, Collin Rolle; numerous relatives and friends too numurous to mention but including: Sea’s and Cays Cruise Family, Bob Peanut, Tall Boy, Spy and family, Tiffany, Donovan, Jamiel Blacks, Shelly, Joy, Crabapple Road Families, Tamika, Wayne, Frank, Debbie, Samantha, Vanna, Nita, Knuck Grand, Micheal, Winnie, Paula, Megan.

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

Funeral Service For

Arthur Brown Sr., 92

of Crystal Way off Windsor Place Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Mayaguana, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 11:00am at Baptist Bible Church, Soldier Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Howard Mills. Interment will follow in the Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road, New Providence.

He was predeceased by his parents: Jane Murphy & James Brown; brothers: Isaiah Grey, Labon Brown, Albert Brown; sisters: Idel Brown, Mary Collie; son: Andrew Brown; son-in-law: Andrew Betram Cooper Sr.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 64yrs Monica Brown; children and spouses: Cleary Jane Cooper, Caffiene (Esperandieu) Jn Jacques, Franklyn (Tennielle), Patrick, Arthur Jr. Brown, Patrice (Bradley) Minnis & Tamika Neymour; adopted daughter: Ruth ( Stephen) Wilson; grandchildren and spouses: Theodore ( Derrick) Randolph, Trevor Knowles, Acquanetta Burrows, Bertram (Cherika) Cooper, Jasmine Cooper; Wednesday Brice; Laurann, Nathan, Madison Brown, Leading seaman Jathan Laing; Landis Jr. Smith, Chavez & Patrell Minnis, Arnishka Brown; Tavaughnya Brown & Ramiko Munroe, Vero Beach Fl., Devonique Neymour; adopted grandchildren: Ramon Wilson RBPF, Rakeem, Renard & Stenasia Wilson; one sister: Joanna Brown; one brother-in-law: Bishop Orville (Pastor Constance) Peterson Vero Beach Fl; numerous great grands: Brandon, Lavado, Rochea and Jewel Brown, Trevor Knowles Jr., Patrick Burrows, Ethan Rolle, Xavier & Aaliyah Cooper, Reagan Jr. & Jaydan Williams; Zion Brice, Anthony Russell Jr., Akyto Smith, Tori Brown; 10 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces: Eulogia Brown, M. Norma McPhee, Theresa Dorsett, Pastor Marva Thompson and Greta Brown; Joycelyn Ward, Carolyn Barr, Paula Dickinson, Daphanie Hanna, Esther Johnson; Ruthmae Collie, Marion Collie; Pamela Brown, Margaret McPhee, Deanne Poitier; Sandra ( Mervin) Rahming, Willisy Mitchell, Calvese (Donnie) Clark, Maxine (Tyrone) Wilson, Ulean Mitchell, Melony (Rev. Kenny ) Mackey, Joyce Mitchell, Monique Peterson Tallahassee Fl.; Dricilla Ingraham, Judy Peterson Orlando Fl.; Deborah Peterson Vero Beach Fl., Ellamae Peterson; Veronica Demeritte & Sharon Peterson Freeport; Desiree Peterson; numerous nephews: Pastor Samuel (Elizabeth)Brown, Allan (Darnelle) Brown, Deacon Timothy (Norma) Brown, Waltham Brown, Andrew Brown, Anthony Brown, Neutal [Carnetta] Rolle, Reuben Smith, Kingsley [Sheila] Black, Elder Stephen (Lydia) Sands, Prestly [Donna] Mitchell & Carlton Mitchell, Henry & Leroy Collie, Min Orville [Felicia] Peterson Jr. Virginia; Bishop Nathan [Zelda] Peterson, William [Jessica] Peterson III, Timothy, Tracey, Christopher and Jayden Peterson, Derra Peterson, Vero Beach Fl., Jamie Peterson; other relatives and friends including: Hartman Brown & Family, Idella Taylor & Family, Joy McPhee,

Elsie Mackey & Family, the community of Betsy Bay Mayaguana, The Brown, Murphy, Higgins Families, The Williams Family, Eden Zonicle & Family, Hercules & Lawrence Hanna, Audley Hanna, Acklins, Charles Higgins, Rosemary Missick, Mario Brown, Henrietta Rolle, Syvia Peterson & Family, Helen Forbes, Dorothy Ingraham, Mildred, Marium Bowleg, Sarah Marion Ft Lauderdale Fl, Leon & Samuel Anderson and family, Lewis Family, Charles Newry Family, Mae Symonette & Family, Iris Tynes and family, Carnetta Rahming and family, Willa Johnson & Family, Cyril Hanna & Family, Phyllis Symonette and Family, George Bain, Rufus Sweeting & Family, Bradley Minnis Jr., Kaneisha Minnis, Taviro Johnson, Marie Ferguson, Jackie King, Brian & Lisa Wilson & Family, Gladys Hall & Family, Ms. Elva Food Lady Nassau Flight Service crew especially Clarke, Mighty Moncur ,Ms Arlene Smith, Neighbour’s Fredrick McPhee and Family, Larry & Craig Lloyd & Family, Sands Family, Terrance Gibson & Family and community of Windsor Place, Pastor Tyrone Laing and members of New Bethlehem Baptist Church especially Women Ministry NBBC, Daughters of Promise, Baptist Bible Church Family, Pastor Howard & Mrs. Mills, Mangrove Bush Primary School Long Island, The Class of 1980 St. Annes High School, Nursing Class of I.C. 15; special thanks to: Dr Scarlett Stuart and Nurse Colebrooke and St. Annes Town Gerontology Clinic. We apologise if we inadvertently miss anyone names.

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

Death Notice For Rev. Dr. George William Kelly J.P., 85

a resident of Mermaid Boulevard East, Golden Gates #2, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Andros, Bahamas died at his residence on Friday, January 30th, 2026.

He is survived by his wife: Mildred Kelly; sons: George (Debbie), Dwight (Melony), Derek (Peggy) and James Kelly; daughters: Daisy, Renee, Keneisha, Michelle, and Keneisha Kelly and Roseann (Jerry) Bastian; siblings: Rebecca and Richard Kelly, numerous grandchildren a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Funeral Service For

Kendal Leopold Farquharson, 86

of Sandilands Village Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Colonial Hill, Crooked Island, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 11:00am at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, Pinewood Gardens, New Providence. Officiating will be Overseer Randolph Deleveaux assisted by Pastor Anna Rolle, Pastor Barbara Gibson and Pastor Dennis Thompson. Interment will be held in Colonel Public Cemetery, Colonel Hill, Crooked Island.

Left to cherish his memories are his children: Dorcas Farquharson, ASP Kelsey (Tanya) Farquharson, Superintendent Christopher Farquharson, Inspector Mario Farquharson, Inspector Sharico (Thelma) Farquharson, Pamela Farquharson, Paulette Farquharson, Karen Delancy, Dorinda Farquharson, Angela Scavella and Brice (Stephannie) Deleveaux; grandchildren: Corporal Earnest Moss, Jr., Leading Seaman Emmerson (Amy) Moss, Dashanique (Noel) Moss, Julian, Marieta, Sharico Jr., Kelsey Jr., Kelton, Ciana, La’Cacia, Patrick Jr., Zyon, Jonathan, Nyeisha, Natalia, Anton, Shaketa, Tevin and Naphteria (Ron) McKenzie; great grandchildren: Earnestacia, Madison, Tahj, CKing and CKenedi, Nemiah, Latesha, Rahjhon; brothers: Arnold (Arlene) Farquharson, Ednol (Karen) Farquharson, Robert Farquharson; sisters: Althea Ferguson and Dr. Prescola (Rev. Dr. Philip) Williamsons; brothers-in-law: Pastor Jacob Moss and Minister Phillip Moss; sisters-in-law: Minister Lorraine Johnson, Katurah McKinney and Leah Scavella; nieces and spouses: Karen (Vincent) Hawkins, Kayla (Cleve) Rahming, Kim (Craig) Rahming, Joycelyn (Dr. Ezekiel) Stubbs, Linda (Simeon II, Esq.) Brown, Verneque (Bishop Dr. Woodley C. Thompson), Shenamae Ferguson, Minister Claudine Farquharson, Cora (Kendall) Clarke, Dr. Carnielle Farquharson, Cleora, Carlene Farquharson, Esq, Michelle, Talia Farquharson, Bridgette, Clarke, Carlese (Winston) Henry, Zania (Irvin) Arthur, Renee Esq., Gabrielle, Dwanya Farquharson, Renata, Patrice Lawrence, Lashanda Dorsette, Kerah and Shandera Farquharson, Patrina (Joseph) Johnson, Phylicia Williamson; nephews and spouses: Kermit (Romana) Ferguson, HE Anthony (Pamela) Ferguson – Ambassador to New Zealand, Alson (Michelle) Ferguson, Stephen Ferguson, Wayne (Patrina) Farquharson, Warren (Gayle)

Farquharson, Erold Jr. (Tracy) Farquharson, Tyron (Agnes) Farquharson, Gary (Francine) Farquharson, Von, Lesean, Damian, Rico Dr. Yonia), Lynden Clarke, Shannon (Dianne) Williamson, Deno, Robert Farquharson Jr., Prescott (Peaches) Williamson, Philip Williamson Jr; godchildren: Superintendent of Police – Retired - Dennis Brown and Sharon Coakley; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Bishop Hulan Hanna and Family, Rev. Cedric Farquharson & Family, Raymond Farquharson & Family, Charles Farquharson & Family, Deaconess Reatha Ferguson & Family, Pastor Rodney Farquharson & Family, Muriel Deleveaux & Family, Mario Lewis & Family, Minister Darrell Moss & Family, Earnest Moss, Sr. & Family, Stephannie Thompson, Doreen Darling, Caleb Williams, Kyle Farquharson & Family, David Ferguson & Family, Gerald Cunningham & Family, Pastor Dennis Thompson and Family, Pastor Anna Rolle and the New St. John’s Baptist Church Family, Pastor Barbara Gibson and the Baptist Combine Churches Family, Nurse Shonique Ferguson and the Health Department in Crooked Island, Dr. Deveaux and Dr. Pinto and staff at Oaktree Medical Centre, the Colonel Hill and the entire Crooked Island Communities.

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

Eldridge Elkinah Morley, 65

a resident of Caribbean Gardens Close off Gladstone Road, New Providence, Bahamas died at his residence on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026.

He is survived by his son: D’Vanti Morley; daughter: Keshone Morley; siblings: Patricia Collie, Carvison Williams, Annie Davis, Cheryl Kemp, Curlene Morley and Alveria 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

Mr. Llewellyn De’shon Forbes, 39

of #10 Hillary Avenue, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 10:00 a.m. at Freeport Bible Church, Norma Headley Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Bishop Cardinal McIntosh assisted by Elder Shawn Thurston. Interment will follow in the Grand Bahama Memorial Park, Frobisher Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama.

Llewellyn was predeceased by his father: Dennis Llewellyn Forbes; brother: Dennis Damien Forbes.

Precious memories will linger in the hearts of his loving mother: Sharlene Forbes; sister: Shacoda Forbes; brother: Kier Forbes; nephews: Da’Kairi Forbes, Chance and Cody Stuart and Kier Forbes Jr. (Canada); grandmother: Mavis Holbert (Nassau); step grandmother: Lillian Forbes; aunts: Paulette Huyler, Keela Malone (Georgia, USA), Carmen Forbes, Audrey Forbes-Symonette, Marsha Forbes, Althea ForbesGrant, Janell Forbes-Hield, Jennifer Forbes and Sanja Forbes, Clarice Forbes, Ellarese Thompson, Meltese Carey, Makeva Miller, Suerell Sands and Samantha Butterfield; uncles: Livingston Forbes, Archie Carey, Barny Miller, Sean Sands, Lawrence Forbes, Derek Russell, David Johnson, Anthony “Eggy” Johnson, Todd Malone, Akim and Trent Forbes, Nathaniel Pinder, and Joseph “Joey” Forbes; grandaunt: Curlene Lewis, Beulah Lafleur, Sarah Evans (Lowe Sound, Andros) and Patsy Evans; granduncles: Tavis Evans and Cecil Thompson; godparents: Perline Dames, Shandle Ferguson and Willie Bain; godchildren: Te’Shaun, Keyano and Tiajah Smith; cousins: Felicia (Theodore) Forbes-Nottage, Alivia Forbes, Kevoughn Smith, Krishna Campbell, Kyle Miller, Krystal Campbell, Kyson Miller, Justin Thompson, Earl, Demetrius, Brent and Tyler Malone, Jeanie, Shakarah, DeVante, Tarrah, Everson, Justyn, Kelsie, Kapnel, Kyle, Keanna, Maddison, Damien, Dudley Jr., Tamaal, Tonique Williiams-Darling, Tovan and family, Lil Matt and family, Te’Kell; special friend/girl friend: Felicia Knowles; best friend: Christopher Smith; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Edvardo Strachan and family, Mattien and family, David Curry, Caron Massey (Ft. Lauderdale), Linda Jones and family, Melanie Roberts and family, Deborah Williams and family, Matthew and Denise Rolle, Deana Smith, Ruth Dean and

family, Annamae Thurston and family, Racquel “Tweety” Evans and family, Trece and family, Tedra Williams and family, Trina Gray and family, Edith Saunders, Brendalee Rolle and family, Samantha Bain and family, Edwin Strachan and family, Cleo Bowleg, Shonell and Rose and family, Carla Sealy, Veronica Thompson and family, Jaslyn Simms, “Captain” and family, Joy Gardiner and family, Sherry Smith, Shanny Williams and family, Lydia Collie and family, Melvina Dubery, Princess Astwood and family, Shawna Scott and family, Adelson and family, Carlton and Carlin Williams family, Dedrie Dean and family (Ft. Lauderdale), Carlos Smith, Dereck Ferguson aka “Stayfly the Barber”, Marsha McGregor, Dedre Springer and family, Delores Fraizer and family, Faith Walkine and family, Locs by Nathalia Johnson, Class of 2004’, Entire Back a Town Community, American Bridge, Mannassa Construction, ABC Construction, Top Tier Riders, Grand Bahama family Worship Center, and Home Boyz Bar and Lounge.

Viewing will be held in the “Serenity Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to service time.

Death Notice For Mr. Dereck Eugene Kelly, 60 affectionately called “Slickster”

of #41 Coconut Road, Pioneers Loop, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas died at the Rand Memorial Hospital Freeport, Grand Bahama on Monday, January 26, 2026

He is survived by his daughter: Derecka Kelly; sisters: Ellen Campbell, Amanda Johnson, Margaret Burrows and Cassandra Burrows; brother: Hilton Gibson; numerous: nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Funeral Service For

Ms. Annamae Sands, 75

of #18 Bruce Avenue, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, 2:00 p.m. at Freeport Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Anita Doherty Way and Gambier Drive, Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Pastor Terry Tanis assisted by other ministers of the gospel and Elders. Cremation will follow.

Annamae was predeceased by her beloved daughter: Tiffany Johnson-Smith.

Cherishing her precious memories are her sons: Harry Hanna Jr., Jamal Sands and VanDuke Nguyen; daughter-in-law: Kristin Sands; grandchildren: Jakeem and Jakeera Sands and Sharano (Kamille), Gabrielle and Sharah Hanna; great grandchildren: Arianna, Amira and Donnae; brothers: Carlton Sands Sr. and Willis Sands; sisters: Vernita Rolle and Mosina McPhee-Gordon; sister-in-law: Maxine Sands; nieces including: Joey Evans, Deanne Smith, Maria Grant, Shakera Tucker, Shalanda Sands, Shandera Darville, Carlisa Darville, KayShala Brown, Camille Knowles, Lavonda Meadows, Daisy McKenzie, Agnes Cumberbatch, Marva Rolle, Teniece, Charlene and Tamicka Sands; nephews: Carlton Jr., Marvin, Roosevelt, Elton, Sampson, Julian, Darron, Cameron, Sebastian, Dustin, Quinton, and Oliver Sands; numerous grandnieces and grandnephews; numerous cousins: Sidney and Elizabeth Barr, Doralyn Barr Davis, Dr. Willard Barr and Irene Barr, Howard Daniel Barr, Freeman and Latoya Barr, Lizrine Pinder, Leotha Barr, Gertlyn and Valmore Bullens, Jacqueline McClean, Donna Sherman, Charles Barr, Dr. Shannon Barr-Marinetti, and Colleen Sweeting; and a host of other relatives and friends including: Haf Family, Freeport Seventh Day Adventist Church family, Bruce Avenue family, South Andros Community and the compassionate Doctors and Nurses of The Rand Memorial Hospital. The family sincerely apologizes for the omission of any names and

extends heartfelt gratitude to all who shared in Annamae’s life and legacy.

Viewing will be held in the “Celestial Suite” at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, #11-A Coral Road, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and at the Church on Sunday from 12:30 p.m. until service time.

Death Notice For Mrs. Christine Patricia Robins, 76

of #90 Custard Apple Street, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Nassau, New Providence died at the Rand Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Grand Bahama on Saturday, January 31st, 2026.

She was predeceased by her husband: Edward Robins; sons: Henry Livingston Smith and Jamaal Robins; brothers: Wayne Newman, Glen and Patrick Connolly.

She is survived by her children: Janet Serrette (Shelton), Melissha Ellis (Develon) and Rowena Martin (Terrell); grandchildren: Ryan and Renaldo Cartwright (Randeika), Eric Cox, Terriontee Martin, Caranique Russell, Indi Soblech, Ashtina Smith, Nariah and Natanya Ellis, Jamiela Miller-Robins; great grandchild: Carmenrose Cartwright; sisters and brothers: Sandra Yordy, Paulette Connolly, Sharon Slater, Barbara Rahming, Wenzel, Dodrick, and Brian Connelly, Gregory and Gary Stubbs, Thelma Newman, Rose Dorival (George), Cynthia Newton, Barbara Burrows (Esley), Patrice Johnson, Monique Tinker (Don), Lisa Bethel (Perry), Nicola Stubbs, Arthur, Charles, Basil, Anthony and Walter Newman; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Arrangements for the Funeral Services are being finalized and details will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For Death Notices For

Ms. Linda Mae Russell, 74

of Hope Town, Abaco, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at St. James Methodist Church, Hope Town, Abaco. Officiating will be Brother Vernon Malone and Reverend Higgs. Interment will follow in the Hope Town Public Cemetery, Hope Town, Abaco.

She was pre-deceased by her parents: Sherlock and Susan Russell; sisters: Joan Albury, Karen Bethel and Ruth Sweeting; brothers: Duncan and Peter Russell.

She will be lovingly remembered by her sister: Olga Bethel; brother: Glen Russell and numerous family members and special friends.

At the request of the family, there will be “NO PUBLIC VIEWING”.

Queen Chanell Rolle, 65

a resident of Porgy Bay Bimini, Bahamas died at her residence on Friday, January 30th, 2026.

She was pre deceased by her grandfather: John Farrington; daughter: Davette.

She is survived by her husband: David Rolle; children: Eltaro, Ahmad, Chamell; mother: Corrine Hanna; 5 brothers; 7 grandchildren; sisters: Letisha Hanna, Brenda Edgecombe, Vandorene Bowe, Christine and Wilma Farrington, Patrice, Genesta, Sheila and Verlease Rolle, Ailene Wilson, Stephanie Pinder; brothers: John Farrington II, Brian Farrington, Ricardo Farrington, Terry Rolle, Terrance and Uriah Cartwright Monty (LJ) Smith; and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Joel Mareus, 58

a resident of Dundas Town, Abaco, Bahamas and formerly of Haiti died at his residence on Saturday, January 24th, 2026.

He is survived by his children: Johana, Jonel, Eveline, Anastacha Mareus; sisters: Saintil, Norsilia Fleurjuste, Lousilia Fleurjuste, Jersula Mareus; brothers: Sainvil Louis, Leksius Fleurjuste; and a host of other relatives and friends.

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

Funeral Services For

John Sainford, 71

of James Cistern, Eleuthera, Bahamas and formerly of Haiti will be held on Saturday, February 30th, 2026, 2:00pm at Wesley Methodist Church, James Cistern, Eleuthera. Officiating will be Deacon Elmena A. Bethell assisted by Sis. Vonnia Pearce and other Ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in James Cistern Public Cemetery, Eleuthera.

John was predeceased by his loving wife: Blanche.

He is survived by his children: Mileine Guerrier, Ruth and Pastor Gladstone Thurston, Kathleen Johnson and Hyliah Jones; one brother: Julien Guerrier; one sister: Ametide Guerrier of Miami Florida; one sister-in-law: Myrtle Curry; grandchildren: Kevin Bethel, Yvette Fernander, Latoya & Wayne Culmer, Octavier, Gladstone Jr., Demond “Mon” and Trevon, Delano Sr. & Denise, Gastineau & Crystal Thurston, Jenifier & Michael Cunningham, Shavonne Rolle, Tamara Johnson, Benjamin Cleare, Terrell and Terez Johnson, Corie Ferguson, Cohen Johnson; 35 great grandchildren; 5 great greatgrandchildren; nieces & nephews including: Sandra, Jeff, Linda, Joel Guerrier, Vera Davis, Betty & Livingston Rolle, Zilpha, Beaulah, Edgar & Judy Bowles, Lucille, Lillymae Tinker, Raquel Mackey, Seymour Johnson, Willie, Vernon, Floyd, Bennett, Clayton, Brenda Mae Bowles, Lydia Bowles, Levern Turgeon, Cynthia & John Johnson, Christine & Chief Superintendent of Police-Kevin Mortimer & Whitney Curry; other relatives and friends including: Rosemary Thompson, Billy and Brenda Stubbs, Alfemia Johnson and family, Christine Rolle and family, Norma Rolle, Dellerease, Andrew and Rita Bethel, Palmetto Salvation Army, Wonda Scavella - Hatchet Bay, Denise Clarke – Gibbs Hill, Jemima Johnson and family, Nurse Colebrook, Dr. Smith and staff; Mr. Burns, Gloria Rolle and family, Lisa, Branishka Rolle, Isaac Johnson, Mr. Harrison Thompson, Mr. Sands, Taxi Drivers, Stanton Cooper, Arthur Nixon and Gerard Coakley, Mitch Roker – Hatchet Bay; Teresa and The Training Center family, George, Delish Restaurant Family, Jay-Dawn, Razor; JC, Wesley Methodist Church, Global Outreach Ministries; The communities of James Cistern, Gregory Town, Hatchet Bay, Governors Harbor and Palmetto Point; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Viewing at will be held in the Perpetual Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, Queens Highway, Gregory Town, Eleuthera on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and at the church on Friday evening from 6:00pm until service time on Saturday.

Yvette Alecia Belle Pierre, 60

of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas will be on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 11:00am at St. Mark’s Methodist Church, Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera. Officiating will be Deacon Colin Moss assisted by Deacon Darold Smith. Interment will follow in Big Bay Cemetery, Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera.

Yvette was predeceased by her parents: Louise and Arlington Belle; brother: Ricardo Belle.

Left to mourn and cherish her passing are her beloved children: Tonnecia and Tonnario McKenzie and Shanta Belle; grandchildren: Shaniyah and Renaldo Farrington, Angelo Bethel Jr. and Tamari McKenzie; sisters: Laurie and Shalese Belle; brothers: Teddy and Otis Belle; sister-in-law: Denise Belle; special friend: Martin Bethel; aunts: Katrina Durham and Mena Ferguson; nieces: Jamelia (Benjamin) Thompson, Terry, Antonia and Racquel Belle and Allison Park; nephews: Granquan, Graquay, Grant Jr. and Grantawn Cambridge, Renardo, Ricardo, Reco and Dominic Belle; grandnieces: Raynia Carey, Terrianna and Quaneisha Cambridge; grand newphews: Deshawn Seymour, Isiah, Benjamin and Johnathan Thompson; adopted mother: Norma Farrington; son-in-law: Renaldo Farrington Sr.; adopted daughters: Toyeika Williamson, Angel Johnson, Shamelia Munroe, Jeffreah Pinder and Deondra Williamson; godchildren: Melissa Dean, Dunnaway, Tavis and Shaquille Johnson; best friends: Desrana Johnson, Delphine Dean, Olibia and Jodie Johnson; numerous cousins and relatives including: Theodore, Lorenzo, Franklin and Bertheria Durham, Rev. Claudius Bethel, Calvin Munroe, Latricia Cambridge, Shungrea Kelly, Ruthie Knowles, Tamara Nixon, Thelia Sineus, Bernadette Bethel and Adolphus Davis, Thomas Sr. and Louise Pinder and children, Judith Johnson, Vernell Ferguson, Charles Bethel, Charlie Pinder, Gilbert and Paula Kemp, Dedrie Sands, Darold Smith, Susan Hana, Sherniece Major, Lillard Elliot, Tina Ramsey, Lizzianne, Wanda and Yuwanda Roberts, Tyrowanda Lewis, Dedrie and Alvin Smith and Bernadette Adorsu other family & Friends including: Levada Ingraham, Merredith Cambridge, Kenria Cargill, Suzette Durham, Shurlunda Saunders and the entire St. Mark’s Methodist Church, Princess Street Family, P.A. Gibson Staff, Alice Town Clinic Staff and the Community of Hatchet Bay.

Viewing at will be held in the Perpetual Suite at Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium Limited, Queens Highway, Gregory Town, Eleuthera on Friday from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm and at the church on Friday evening from 6:00pm until service time on Saturday.

Final Rites & Burial For

Mr. Dieudonne Demosthene, 89 affectionately called “Bossco”

a resident of Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas will be held on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 9:00am at Central Pines Memorial Cemetery, Abaco, Bahamas. Officiating will be Rev. Edgburt Tinker assisted by other ministers. Final Rest will follow.

He was predeceased by his mother: Savira Demosthene; father: Idovx Arthur Austin; daughter: Maryfrance Demosthene; step son: Joel Augustin; brother: Ademar Presendor.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Reserve Castin; sister: Marietta Severe; sons: Max Pyfrom, David Demosthene and Merandlet Demosthene; daughters: Chimena Demosthene and Rosie Russell; step sons: Joseph & Maurice Aime and Manes Augustin; step daughters: Meneve and JeselaAime; son-in-law: Mark Russell; grandsons: Michael Metayer, Joshua Theagene, Justin Maigna and Kyson Demosthene; granddaughters: Mayim, Mageya and Mayheva Dominique, Chemika Metayer, Hillary and Sophia Demosthene, Ciara Kessaint, Raven and Isabella Russell; nephews: Arsene, Vedil, Joseph, Provy, Phillip and Frances Pierrelus and Vilner Merizier; nieces: Nerline Orestil, Linda Johnson, Carlene Merizier, Jerline Pierrelus and Mireille Moreau; and a host of other relatives and friends: Manouchka

Edmond, Demosthene & Family, Damara McIntosh & Family, Carla Ferguson & Family, Chenaird Kessaint& Family, Moses Pierrelus, Joyce Russell, Roderick Strachan & Family, Sylvia Prospe, Mary Bethel, The Fenelus Family, Pan Bodie and numerous other friends through-out Abaco.

If any Names were left out, it was not intentional

The body will repose at the Spring City Community Center, Abaco from 10:00am to 5:30pm on Friday, February 6th, 2026.

Funeral arrangements are entructed to Sweeting’s Colonial Mortuary, #54 Blue Hill Road, New Providence.

Death Notice For Mr. McNeil Johnson, 64

a resident of Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Thursday, January 29th, 2026.

Left to cherish his wonderful memories are his wife: Judith Johnson; 6 children, 15 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, 5 brothers, 6 sister, numerous nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and a host of other relatives and friends.

Final Rites are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service for Alina Saint Vil, 48

A resident of Melton Street, New Providence, formerly from Trou-du- Nord, Haiti, died at residence on Friday, January 2nd, 2026.

Funeral service will be held at 11:30am, on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, at New Mission Haitian Baptist Church, Palm Beach Street, New Providence. Officiating will be Pastor Jean Jacques Joseph, assisted by Pastor Geffrard Sonson, Deacon Etienne, and other Ministers of The Gospel. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen Road New Providence.

Left to cherish her precious memories is her brothers: Felusma, and Joel; Sister: Rosenie, Edith, and Dadie; Nephews and Nieces: Jeff, Jodlyn, Rodlyn, Alain, Emmanuel, Eddy, Eluinel, Fedlyn, Jordensley, Backer, Tamara, Soussane, Mirlandie, Fedelandie, Rose-Carline, Djoulissa; numerous Cousins include: Gabriel, Amos, Solene, Nelte, Fayo, Elvie, Olifa, Germene, Germain, Boudjou, Teliyis, Wista, Nounouse, Bernise, Guerda, Roselore, Antoine, Benit, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respect at Rest On Funeral Chapel Ltd. #166 Kenwood Street, Mount Royal Avenue on Friday February 6th, 2026 at 10:00am – 5:00pm, and again at the church from 9:00 am until service time.

Death Notice For Lamar Griffin, 24

of Lowe Sound and formerly of Mastic Point, Andros, Bahamas, died at the Nicholls Town Community Clinic, North Andros on Friday, January 30, 2026.

He is survived by his mother: Abby Russell; adopted mother: Deborah Woodside; step father: Edson Francois; paternal mentor: Luckner Saintil; sisters: Abria and Claytina Russell, Shantell Rolle; brothers: David Griffin Jr. & Shanton Sears Sr.; nieces: Adira Russell, Camiyah and Cassidee Rolle, Aaliyah, Azaria and Shamariah Sears; nephews: Trajan Bootle Jr., Christian Wilchcombe and Shanton Sears Jr.; grand parents: Maxwell and Rose Roberts; grand aunt: Francine Russell; grand uncle: Felix Russell Jr.; great grand aunt: Martha Dean; aunts: Crystal, Pandora and Kim Roberts, Agnes Marshall, Valderine Griffin, Sylvia, Ruby and Shaniqua Russell, Cherly Strachan, Deborah and Dora Johnson, Charity Bennet, Valderine and Ester Woodside, Sherry Percentie, Debbie Wilson, Sandra Gibson; uncles: Dave, Carlton and Richard Miller, Greg, Keith, Dwight, Edgar, Cecil and Dave Roberts, Oneezer, Haldor, Luther, Donna, Derrick, Rubean Jr., Octavus and Keith Russell, Kevin, Keith and Junior Woodside; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are being finalized and will be announced later.

Funeral Service For Andrew Vincent Sawyer, 81 affectionately called “Longs”

of Trinidad Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Dumping Ground Corner, Bain Town, New Providence will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at St. Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou Hill Road, New Providence. Officiating will be Venerable Archdeacon Keith N. Cartwright, Reverend Father Howard L. L. Bethel and The Reverend Lamar M. Nottage. Interment will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery, Nassau Street, New Providence.

Andrew was pre-deceased by his son: Vincent Andrew Sawyer; parents: Robert & Gladys Sawyer; brothers: Neville, Arthur Jeffrey, Robert & Alfred Sawyer; sisters: Rosemary Sawyer, Shirley SawyerBurrows & Joan Sawyer.

Left to cherish his fond memories are his wife: Antionette Sawyer; son: Kirkland Bowe Sr.; step son: Andrew Sturrup; daughter: Andrea Sawyer; step daughter: Aretha White (Paul)- Detroit; daughter-inLaw: Vanessa Sawyer; grand sons: Vincent Jr., Vincent III, Vincent IV and Kirklyn Jr.; grand daughters: Vinessa, Sa’Miya and Sa’Rai, Jamari, Kashlyn, Javon and Kaitlyn; adopted grand daughter: Emma Williams; great grand daughter: Janiah Sawyer; great grand son: Alexavion Sawyer; brothers-in-law: Basil (Mars) Burrows, Kenneth Ferguson Sr. (Ida-deceased), Arnold Ferguson (Lydia), Theodore Ferguson; sisters-in-law: Dame Joan Sawyer, Eulah Sawyer, Elizabeth Johnson (Kenneth deceased), Frances Stewart (Claudius), Dorothea Ferguson, Debra Smith; nephews: Arthur (Tubby), Michael, Raymond,

Larry (Jewel), Ashley (Roshelle) and Samuel Sawyer, Mario, Owen and Avery Burrows, Darren Fernander (deceased), Kenneth Johnson (Pam), Levi Johnson (deceased) (Kristina), Ken Ferguson (Leyanda), Claudius Stewart (Shelia), Christopher Stewart, Johnny Smith (deceased), Christopher Smith, Jason Smith; nieces: Gladys, Dale, Judith, Pamela, Samantha Sawyer, Sophia Richardson, Samantha Rahming, Donna Fisher, Rosalyn Nottage (Pastor Daniel), Diahann Penn and Shamara Burrows, Oinka Sawyer-Rolle, Thalia Sawyer, Robynique Russell, Lynn Gibson and Bradtesha Pratt, Dawn Ferguson (Wesley), Denise Lustin (Ralph), Athima Hepburn, Katrina Pryor (Ben), Vernita (deceased), Claudia Hall, Dieudonnee Carroll-Stubbs (Kenford), Theodora Huie, Georgette Rolle-Harris (David), Samantha Henfield (Ahmal), Acheabea Dyer (Cedric), Serwah Ferguson, Cheiwah Ferguson, Terez Duncanson (Sylvester), Danielle Smith, Kayla Smith; cousins: Sandra Lloyd (Canada), Dudley (Marva) Sawyer, Gerald (Barbara) Sawyer, Andrea Smith, Linda (Robert) Barlette, Roslyn North, Eugene (Dora) Toote, Paula Toote, Karen Wallace, Marcella Mallory & Family, Edmond Moxey & Family, Diane Nelson & Family (Tampa), Lamm Family, David Dawkins, Derek Dawkins, Demetra Rolle, Davine RolleDawkins, Kimbley Dawkins, Tito Dawkins, Kevin Dawkins, Whylly Family and the Bells Family (North Eleuthera); numerous relatives and friends: The Dumping Ground Corner and the entire Bain and Grants Town Community, including Huyler Family, The Smith family, Seymour family, Theodore “Teddy” Johnson, the Clarke, Richardson, Rottes, Taylor, Christie, Evans, Hanna, Darling, Adderley and Cash Families, Mildred Moss, Loma, Jeniva, Nelly Brice, Cedric Cummings Cyril Knowles, Michael Clear, Sophia Pinder, Julius Cox, Dunks, Sheila Daxon, Lunnorn “Hell” Sears, Deans, Adderley’s, The community of Trinidad Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, including Allen, Williams, Sharon Dean, Wade Becford, Barbra Bowe, Moss, Colebrooke, Thompson, Pennerman and the Brown Families, The Bowles Family, The Knowles Family, Your Essential Store, Nona Duncombe, Shervene Williams, Don Brown, Staff of Wyndham Hotel including, Adennykah Rolle, Sophia Laing, Theresa Smith, Bethsheba Bowles Millicent Fernander, Gaynell Bullard, Eula Rolle, Natalie Miller, Sharon Munroe, Jachie Evans, Ricardo Wilson, Amos Major, Hon. Pia Glover Rolle, Ted Curtis, Donna Morrison, Yvonne Conally and family, Staff of Commonwealth Bank including Vanessa Ferguson, Michelle Williams, Chantell Darling, Edward Virgill, Archdeacon Keith Cartwright & Family, St. Agnes Church and other relatives and friends.

We ask your compassionate understanding and forgiveness if we have omitted anyone’s name as it was not intentional.

The body will repose in the Blessed Redeemer Chapel at Ferguson’s Funeral Directors, 7th Terrace Collins Avenue on Friday from 12:00noon-5:00p.m. and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00a.m. until service time.

Funeral Service For

Ronald Maxwell Mackey, 62

affectionately called “Big Dipper”

of Feltondale, Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Transformation Ministries International, Dignity Gardens, New Providence on Saturday, February 7, 2026, 10:00 a.m. Officiating will be Suffragan Bishop Dr. Sharon Rolle assisted by Suffragan Bishop Elect-Elder Ellis Farrington and other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Lakeview Memorial Gardens, John F. Kennedy Drive, New Providence.

Ronald was predeceased by his mother: Hester Mackey.

Left to mourn his passing are his father: Ronald Cartwright Sr.; daughters: Latoya and Rhonnel Mackey; granddaughters: Jernelle Rolle and Mahlia Sears; brothers: Ronald, Sidney and Trevor (Valveria) Cartwright; sisters: Stephanie (Anton) Brown; Brenda (Barry) Bannister; Karen (Panu) Mielonen; Hilda Cartwright and Kaye (Alistair) Wood; uncles: Ernest Duncombe and Ezzard Cartwright; aunts: Mother Daisy Farrington, Amanda Bain, Evangelist Madeline Mackey, Blooming Mackey and Julia Lowe; nephews: Damien and Devonte Brown,Theran Stuart Sr., Rickeno Johnson, Xavier Sargeant; nieces: Kayshala and Antonique Brown, Calvinique and Lashanda Jones, Brendira (Lavardo) Braynen, Brahnae Bannister, Kayleecia Johnson and Kailia Mielonen; grandnephews: Alexander Jr. and Alexcio Johnson, Theran Jr. and Kion Stuart, Everette & Elijah Laing, Jamir Smith; grandnieces: K’mia Johnson, Alexcia Johnson, Brielle Brown, Shaniya Neely, Nevaeh Jones, De’Shan Williams and Cayden Braynen; best friend and special brother: Derick (Gaynor) Curtis; cousins: Franklyn Sr., Theodore Sr., Alfred Sr., Bradley Davis Sr., Harriett Beniot, Malketta Smith, Patricia Davis, Linda Johnson, Nyoka Larkin, Tammy Triolo, Deon, Adrian and Edson Duncombe, Charles, Anita, Harold, Minerva and Maggie Wilson, Philip, Rt. Hon. Dr. Anthony Farrington, Suffragan Bishop Dr. Sharon Rolle, Suffragan Bishop Elect Elder Ellis Farrington, Pastor Derek, Kenwood and Kirkwood, Shelly Farrington and Sharmie Farrington-Austin, Beverley Clarke, Deborah Bomar, Kimberlyn Darville, Natasha Miller, Patrice Taylor, Valencia Mackey, Herman, Dennis, Taras, Raynor and Renaldo Bain, Pastor Annamae Duncombe, Carolyn Robinson, Mineak Harris, Pearlene Smith, Betty Wilson, Geraldine Mackey, Shirlene Walkes, Rozena Bethel, Pastor

Carlton and Julian Mackey, Pastor Claudell Farrington, Zilpha Evans, Bloneva Smith, Nathaniel, Ezra, Pastor Keith, Ashley Mackey, Norris and Clayton Mackey, Doris Anderson, Alexis Lewis, Georgiann Carroll, Joanne, Stedmam, Austin, Simon, Lincoln and John Mackey, Sheila, Wilfred, Henry and Israel Mackey, Artest Williams, Alice Kolp, Jollen Anderson; other relatives and friends including: Sharon Whymns, Hilda Mackey, Quinton McIntosh Nelson Cartwright, Cordero Symonette, Apostle Kelson Miller, the Dawkins family, Careema Johnson, Gratrell Gardiner, Lashan Whitfield, Hugh Brennen, Lester Moxey, Anthony A. Francis, Ersley Johnson II, Derick Dorsett, Corey Rolle, Franklyn Brice, Alphonso Rolle, Lisa Williams, Vencell Stubbs, Sharon Rose, Trevor Ferguson, Clauderika Williams, Rudy and Judy Whymns, Trudy Curtis, Yvette Dorsett, The 12B family, Vernon Brown, Lauren and Andy Ramsey, Royal Towers Taxi Family, Stanley Pitt, Sean Williams, Bertram, Wanda (Orlando, Florida), Joy (Ft. Lauderdale), Randy, Danny and Deon Lightfoot and the Lifebouy Street Gang, Transformation Ministries International Family, Men’s Auxillary, Hospitality Ministries, Pentecostal Assembly of The World Family, Greater Bethel Temple Church family, Bowen Sound, Andros, Yellow Elder Family; and a host of others too numerous to mention.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at St. Ambrose Funeral Home, No. 34 Arundel Street, New Providence on Friday, 6th February, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and at the church from 9:00 a.m. until service time.

Death Notice For Hugh Livingstone Knowles, 81

of Romer Street, Fox Hill, New Providence, Bahamas, died on Friday, 30th January, 2026 at the Princess Margaret Hospital.

He is survived by his children: Basil Knowles, David Knowles, Peter Knowles, Dianne Knowles, Michelle Bethel, Pamela Knowles, Tanique Knowles and Theresa Knowles; 3 sisters and 2 brothers and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to St. Ambrose Funeral Home, No. 34 Arundel Street, New Providence and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Kwintil Liano Rahming, 38 affectionately called “Biggs”

of No. 29 Sunset Subdivision, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas and formerly of Lowe Sound, Andros, Bahamas, will be held at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Lowe Sound, Andros, Bahamas on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Ifill E. Russell, BEM, JP, Senior Pastor assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Internment will follow in the Lowe Sound Public Cemetery, Lowe Sound, Andros.

Kwintil is survived by his mother: Theresa Russell; father: Larry Rahming; step mother: Sherrie Rahming; sisters: Larrisa Walker, Tameia & Shericka Rahming, Lashan Rolle (Harold) and Kendra Sweeting; brothers: Keano Smith and Kenvatta Cox; nieces: Trinity Duncombe, Teazjanae Swann, Shantae Rahming, Harmony Rolle, Mars Collins, Olandria Brown, Miltonique McPhee, Sharard Miller, Varrnae Louis; nephews: TrayVaughn & TrayLin Walker, Jamaine Swann, Haron, Shannon & La’shon Rolle Khilo Forbes; grand-nephew: Tai’Kai ThompsonBarlett; wife: Linda Rahming; step children: Samson, Dareano & Teana; adopted- sister: Treava Thompson; special friends: Julian McKenzie, Kanell Gardiner & Nyoka Williams, John Rolle; aunts: Evangelist Pearl Bethel, Evelyn Griffin, Mispah (Wilton Sr.) Duncombe, Dec.Sislyn (Jameson) Farrington, Evangelist Ellen (Jerome) Rhodriquez, Deaconess Sylvia Strachan, Merlie Rahming, Elder Coral (Reverend Arthur) Edwards, Retired Nurse Francis Woodside, Linda Wallace; uncles: Rev, Iffill (Larissa), Rev. Harold (Natalie), Estra and Dec. Leslie Russell, Joseph Jr., Mervin Sr. (Deaconess Sandra), Drexel Sr. (Michelle) and Barrington (Dorreth) Rahming; godparents: Rev. Sabrina Moss, Florene Robinson & Telcine Roker; numerous other relatives and friends including: Adrianna, Merton, Roosevelt (Iclen) and Kendrick Lafleur, Wendall Jr., Virginia, Rick and Calvin Griffin, Irene (Eddie) Smith, Brendalee, Jeffrey & Randolph (Jasmine) Russell, Ada Bethel, Charmaine (Adelson), Bernadette Rahming, Brenda (Christopher) Rahming, Sarah (Mano) Cooper, Evelyn Fritzgerald, Velma Sands, Suellen, Harold Jr., Samson, Alphonso Russell, Janone, ILisa,Inga and Brittany Russell, Wilton Jr., Hartman, Ashaday and Heman Duncombe, Daneisha Green, Lachelle, Leslyn and Leslie Russell, Reno (Takashi), Rashad, Patrick Jr., Carolyn Albury (Glen), Min.Mel (Jude) Montreuil, Sgt. 336 Kermit Minus (Tanya Hanna-Minus), WRC. 772 Shcanla Rahming-Todd (Minister Beaumont), Yvonne Harvey (Bernard) Stephen Miller, Lettian (Sgt 772 Lorenzo) Johnson,

Catherine Evans-Brown (Savimbi), Larvick (Tera) Latasha, Corbria, Shawn (Tangler), Anthony, Lakeisha, Thomezena, Alecia Roberts, Alexis Sturrup, Dorothea (Quintell), Raymond (Alexia), Ricardo, Roston, Alexande Jr., Mervin Rahming Jr., Deandra Rahming-Major (Geronimo), Tamara McQueenWalkes (Damien), Drexel Jr., Dominique, Destinique, Able Seaman Dexter (Ashonique) Rev. Vanda Rahming, Barrintino (Siann), Vanria RahmingTaylor, Helena Adderley and Family, Paula Russell, Lena Mae Griffin, Rex and Melrose Moss, Edwardo and Shantell Moss, Pearl Russell, Rashad Rolle, Bernard Griffin, Rev. Dr. E. John Newton, Rev. Dr. Philip Campbell, Rev. Philmore Russell, Glen Russell, Bishop Steve Dean (Min. Lorna Dean), Rev. Debbie Huyler, Rev. Helen Barnett, Central Church of God Family, Carolyn Major & Family, Better 2 Serve You, Mary Rahming, Sunset Subdivision & Back of Town Family, Debbie Green, Mt. Calvary Baptist Church (Lowe Sound), Pastor. Troy & Min. Sophia Miller, New Mt. Pisgah Trinity Baptist Church, Ebenezer Baptist Church (Abaco), Tracey Walker, Laquel Stuart & Family, Hailey Bootle & Family, Sheena Cooper, Yager Funeral, The Rand Memorial Doctors & Nursing Staff, Sheniqua Rolle (Western Air) Wendy’s Port Lucaya, Grand Lucayan Staff, NAHS Class of 2004, Entire Lowe Sound Andros Community, numerous relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

May His Soul Rest in Peace and Rise in Glory.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at the church from 9:00am until service time

Death Notice For Sawdia Rolle, 59

a resident of Sutton Street off Kemp Road, New Providence, Bahamas, died on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026 at the South Brooklyn Hospital in New York.

She is survived by her three sons: Antonio Fowler, Jason Lafleur and Phillip Rolle; daughter: Deandra Rolle; adopted son: Clive Mitchell; aunt: Castmey Roach; 4 sisters, 3 brothers, 13 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 3 daughters-in-law, 2 sistersin-law, 5 brothers-in-law, numerous nieces, nephews and host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to St. Ambrose Funeral Home and will be announced at a later date.

Funeral Service For

Mantago Nathaniel Cartwright, 13

of Toote Shop Corner, New Providence, Bahamas, will be held at First Baptist Church, Market Street, New Providence on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Diana Francis, Senior Pastor assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Internment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.

He was predeceased by his brother: Ainsley Russell; aunt: Cleo Cozier; grand mothers: Thelma Mitchell & Charolette Cartwright.

He is survived by his mother: Melissa Sandiland; father: Mandingo Cartwright Sr.; step father: Alex Turnquest Sr.; brothers: Mandingo Cartwright Jr. and Alex Turnquest Jr.; sisters: Lynaire and Lyndell Bethel, Lycha Bailey, Davanya Lawes; adopted sibling: Croatia Brown, Romero Emmanuel, Alex Turnquest Jr., Ovian Hanna; aunts: Stephanie Turnquest, Bernadette McPhee, Theresa and Marlene Poitier, Renee Major, Sharon Deveaux, Charmaine and Tiffany Stuart, Dashnique Kelly, Niquincia Jones, Rubellie Higgs, Shameka Dorestan, Cleo and Annika Cartwright, Melissa Connolly, Annalee Newman, Monique Simon; uncles: Hewitt and Richard Sandilands, Derek McPhee, Ameil Cartwright, Kevin Duncombe; nieces: Shekynah & Kayleigh Rolle, Royale Bethel; nephews: Deon and Lavardo Bailey, Clinton Kemp; cousins: Latalya and Raymond Josue, Taneisha McKenzie, Alexus Turnquest, Fr. Alvardo Adderley, David Adam’s, Kevanique Coverley, Gabrielle Poitier, Trevor Kemp Jr., Anya Davis, Donavon and Kennedy Conyers, Rashard and Richea Sandilands, Dereka, Lorenzo, Scott and Shanara McPhee, Dr. Stanley Williams, Andre Williams, Henrique Barr, Vincent McKinney, Tyrell Butler, Shanara Laroda, Daveron Davey, Sharra’s and Isiah Francis, Dacoya and Shaddia Stuart, Janell and Shaquille Emmanuel, Gary, Tito’s and Tatianna Rolle, Prinsenique Deangelo, Randolph, Michelle, Branell, Hendea, Rackle, Micheala, Lisa, Navajo, Aaron, Terran, Kenneth, Alicia, Vaniyah, Vanthia, Vanell, Ranea, Amir, Breon, Rudolph Jr., Keith, Deangela, Cykelle, Lenique, Treasure, Lermon, Leron, Glenroy, Hendrix, Clevette, Claudisha, Rudolph, Quinton Higgs, Navado Bastian Jr., Donray Exantus, Anthonya and Ciara McKinney, Kori Brennen; grand aunts: Marilyn Russell, Alice Watson-Cartwright, Marian Cartwright, Constance, Daniel, Donna Smith, Agnes Adderley; grand uncle: Amiel Cartwright; best friend: Navado Bastian Sr.; grand cousins; and host of other friends and relatives including: The Hon. Jomo Campbell, Senator The Hon. Micheal Halkitis, Alethia Ferguson and family, Stepoldon School, Jason Moxey, Anton Rolle, Sean Davis, Herbeus Newbold, Dan Dan, William Barnett, Prince Dawkins, Bernard Young, Tony Strachan, Elvin Missick, Ell Ferguson, Keith Ferguson, Charles Major, Kenny Baker, Ichle Simms, Lamont Thirston, Lynden Bethel and family, Rico Roxbury and family, South Side Boys, Debrah Turnquest and Family, Toote Shop Corner family.

Relatives and friends may pay their last respects at St. Ambrose Funeral Home, No.34 Arundel Street, New Providence on Friday, 6th February, 2025 at 11:00am -4:00pm.

Celebration of A Gem Service for

Franklyn Ivan Carey, 63

of #32 Plane Street, Pinewood Gardens will be held on Saturday, February 07, 2026 at 1pm at Deliverance Tabernacle Church, Sea Link Drive South Beach. Officiating will be Bishop Mark D. Knowles, burial will be in Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life Road.

The Radiance of this “Sardonyx of A Gem” will always glow in the hearts of his: One Son: Franklyn Carey; One Daughter: Franka Carey; Special Friend: Sherry Benjamin; Six Brothers: Anthony (Elsa), Arthur (Velty), Dennis (Patrice), Trevor, Sean and Marlen Carey; Four Sisters: Kendra, Latoya and Liz Carey and Sherell Sullivan; Nine Nephews: Kenron Fox, Caleb, Trevon, Dennis, Alexander, Arthur, Valdez, Valente and Ignacio Carey;

Eleven Nieces: Raygene Bain, Shaquan, Shaquell, Trevonia, Miracle, Denise, Latisha, Keshela, Anthonicia Carey, Tonya Gaitor and Aniska Quick; Four Uncles: Pastor Karol Roache, Rupert Roache, Iramon Roache Jr. and Shawn Roache.

Five Aunts: Judy and Deacon Sharon Ferguson, Catherine Roach, Rev. Sandra Brenda Dames, Rev. Valerie Mullings; Fourteen Grandnephews: Blaze Quick, Trace, Zaiden, Arthur, Ariann, Alexander Jr, Alexicio, Adari, Amari, Natario, Ignacio Jr. and Antonio Carey, Kai Gaitor and Dennison Johnson Jr.;

Eight Grandnieces: Paris Bain, Kataleya Roberts, Kali Gaitor, Tianna Orelien, Enaycia, Alexandria, Angel and Kaje Carey; Cousins Including: Margo Pellitier, Romel and Ivy Ferguson, Eva Smith, Michelle Rolle, Dorian, Cameron and Katie Roache, Natasha Dean and Andrew Darville; One Nephew-in-law: Caleb Quick; One Niece-in-law: Kendia Carey; One Godson: Tiko Nabbie; Goddaughter: Catherine Stephenson; Other Loving Family and Friends Including: Andria Benjamin-St Albin, Andrew Benjamin, Amari and Malik Major, Shawn St Albin Jr., Dorinda Clarke, Marco Johnson, Mark Dillet, Tanya Strachan, Geraldine Mackey, Rado Mackey, Teran and Koschina Smith, Ken Murray and family, Keith Bullard, Oral Newbold, Tyrone Curry, Brian Lewis, Ricardo Nabbie, Lamekell and Tamekell Roberts, Larry Adderley, Ricky Rahming, Glenford Ferguson, Roderick Stephenson, Darren Bain, Al, Plane Street Pinewood Gardens Family, Samuel and Laroda Davis Clan of Barratterre Exuma, Bishop Kevin Grant, Batelco Perpall Tract and GenAuto staff and Friends. The Clarke Family, the Rolle family, Edison Brown, Tia Thurston and Derek Sands. Special Thanks To: Minister Myles Laroda, The Benjamin Family, Dre’Amor Designs Party Emporium, Twistoffsound International and H. O. Nash Class of 98.

Public Visitation will be in the “Sardonyx Suite” Emerald Memorial Mortuary, in the Rock of Ages Business Complex on Friday, February 06, 2026 from 12noon to 5:00pm and at Deliverance Tabernacle Church, Sea Link Drive South Beach on Saturday, February 07, 2026 from 12:00noon until service time.

Funeral Service For

Mr. Vincent Levi Hepburn, 64 affectionately

called “Bloody”

a resident of West Dennis Court, Yellow Elder Gardens, New Providence, Bahamas will be held at Alpha and Omega Pentecostal Faith Church, Carmichael Road, New Providence s on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Dr. William A. Pennerman assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Southern Cemetery, Cowpen and Spikenard Roads, New Providence.

Loving memories will forever linger in the hearts of his loving daughters: Vincess, Bianca, Ruth, Miriam and Abigail Hepburn; mother: Angela Hepburn; two brothers: Rev. Pastor Simeon and Vaughn Hepburn; one sister: Althamese Hepburn; four grandchildren: Daniel Culmer Jr., Nickaí A. Moss, Triniti Burrows and Andrew Cash III; step children: Macara Davis and Bernard McKinney; two aunts: Margaret Johnson and Ivy Hepburn; one uncle: Wellington Hepburn; nieces: Lashanda Clarke, Yashicka Carey, Tatum Thompson, Shantel Ferguson, Angela Hamilton and Wenona Hepburn; nephews: Benjamin, Omar, Patterson and Derrick Hepburn; grandnieces: De’Shanna Williams, Jaydia, Taraji, Lalia, Lashay and Laylah Ferguson, Anita Lewis, Samia Hepburn; grandnephews: Kenyon, Jeru, Marjahi and Yahn Carey, Joshua Ferguson, Perez, Gabriel and Santano Hepburn, Malik, Sidney Logan III, Anwar Lewis; cousins: Wesley Johnson, Rodney Bain, Sonny Johnson, Lynden Johnson, Dan Johnson, Laverne Johnson-Sturrup, Stephen Hepburn, Theodore Hepburn, John Hepburn, Jerome Bethel, Nadia Moss; special friend: Pameka Rahming; honorable mentions: Michael Thurston, Reginald Bridgewater, Janet Thurston, Godfrey Bridgewater, Gregory Bridgewater, Sandra Huyler, Robert Thurston and their family, Evangelist Marilyn Bridgewater (ex wife), Mr. Tyrone William Palmer J.P., S. Roscoe Deveaux, Charles Rahming and family, Brother Anthony and Evangelist Lillian Rolle and family, Mr.

Isaac and Melrose Rolle and family, Pastor Monique Seymour and family, Pastor Rev. William and Minister Susan Pennerman and family, The Yellow Elder Community, The Registrar General Department, staff of Oia Restaurant at Goldwynn, The Prayer Warriors Church Family, The Alpha and Omega Church family, the doctors and nurses at Princess Margaret Hospital and Eternal Rest Mortuary.

Please forgive us if we inadvertently excluded your name. We thank everyone for your prayers and support during this time of our bereavement.

Viewing will be held at Eternal Rest Mortuary,#244 Market Street and Oxford Avenue, New Providence on Friday, February 6th, 2026 from 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 from 10:00 a.m.until service time

(Lowe Sound, Andros)

Death Notice For Ms. DollyMae Russell, 51

a resident of Lowe Sound, Andros, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

She is survived by her sisters: Britney Russell, Mrs. Sandy Russell Johnson, Mrs. Rochelle Russell McKinney, Mrs. Tanya Barr Scott, Mrs. Shelena Russell Barr, Minister Monette Russell Mackey, Minister Norma Russell Knowles, Mrs. Cleo Russell Griffin and Carolyn Russell Deveaux; brothers: Roger, Teano, Perris, Julio, Neko and Travis Russell; brothers-in-law: Alexio McKinney Sr., Shrone Johnson Sr., Jason Evans Sr., Daquin Scott, Rufus Knowles Sr., Kendall Deveaux Sr. and Junior Barr; sister-in-law: Minister Thesrine Russell; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.

Funeral Service for Ms. Dollymae Russell is scheduled for Saturday, February 21st, 2026 at Mt. Freedom Baptist Church, Lowe Sound, Andros, Bahamas.

Funeral Service For

Mr. Khadafy R. Mott, 42

a resident of Hurley Street, Bamboo Town, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Jones Town, Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama, Bahamas will be held at Fellowship Word and Discipleship Center, Comfort & Evans Streets, New Providence on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Dr. Harris Evans assisted by other ministers of the gospel. Interment will follow in the Old Trail Cemetery, Abundant Life and Soldier Roads, New Providence.

He was predeceased by his mother: Eleanor Mott.

He is survived by his father: Edory McBride; siblings: Marco, Royann, Abbita, Demarco Mott, Antonquie Thompson, Nicole (Kelsey) Knowles, Sharanda, Kareem, Hannah, Zhane, Raheem and Nathan McBride; nieces and nephews: Romano Watson, Mya, Jaheim, Raven, Selena, Ella-Leanne, Gerald Mott, Ramier Martin, Lani, King, Kayden, Deonte, Kaylessa McBride, Gervae Davis, Onaii Alouidor, Alicia Mather, Omar Johnson, Ra-MY Borrows, Kelsie Knowles, Omaree Johnson; aunts and uncles: Shirley & Ishmael Francis Makell, Vernita Henley, Sandra-Dee, Judymae, Edna, Mario Mott, Renay, Kingston, Earlin, Utlas McBride, Ruthmae Minnis, Bethsheva Childress, Cardinal Gaitor, Ednol Swain; cousins: Michael, Elmis Colebrook, Carla Saunders, Samantha Johnson, Mervetta Fowler, Cornet Symonette, Oneika Stubbs, Wendy, Donne Russel Wenzel, Keisha and Navaeh Martin, Gevon Gibson, Philamena Robinson, Giovanni Stevens, Ikenna, Zayden, Abyssinia, Kemeo, Khadijah, Khazeriah, Keziah Mcbride, Larry, Nicolas, Krystal, Mario, Illeana, Devon Mott, Nesh, Pumpkin Alfred Jr., Kenton, Kavantae, Kingston

(Jr.), Frisco, Keisha, Eunitta, Eulisa, Dencil, Nigel, Vanessa, Cordero, Jermeka, Francheska, Jeramie McBride, Vernal Williams, Kevonya, Kathlyn Mott, Jude Swain, Gregory Minns Jr., Branden Stuart, Felecia Heild, Thalia Gaitor, Kayron, Reggie, Camron, Godchild:Shadai Miller; step mother: Madine Gaitor; and other relatives and friends.

Viewing will be held at Fellowship Word and Discipleship Center, Comfort & Evans Streets, New Providence on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 10:30 a.m until service time.

Death Notice For Eardley Elcott Culmer, 81

a resident of Queens Cove, Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas who died on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at The Institute of Oncology and Radiology Medical Services International, Havana, Cuba.

He is survived by his wife: Gloria Rose Culmer; children: Craig, Gerard, Gervaise, Quentin, Yannick and Cordero Culmer, Sabrina Duncombe, Nettica Culmer-Daxon, Asia Fils-Aime, Charaise Knowles, Patrice Riley, Tanya, Celeste, Sherika, Blair, Xenia, Britney, Brazique Culmer; grandchildren: Ervin, Rekeisha, Krizia, Omonique, Cameron, Cassiel, Coby, Gervaise Jr., Gervon, Gernique, Gernico, Gervain, Ashley, Sabena, Shervaise, Yanecia, Kylee, Gerard Jr., Gervardo, Celena, A’Jani, A’Jai, Jhavontae, Bree’aja, Brey’Lynn, Riley Culmer, Dwynette Sawyer, Dwynique Ferguson, Edvardo Burrows Sr., Larry Daxon, Christovia Linden, A’miyah & M’riyah Fils-Aime, Torry & T’Ajanae Mackey, Paiton Beneby, Jair Smith, AL’Layah Hendfield, Nicolas Symonette, Rachel Papageorge, Kendalyn Harvey, Marlee-Bay, Jhataara, Jhatorae Roberts, Dennis Brown, Tattianna Martin, Christinique Saunders-Clark, Briontae Riley, Jason & Jason Woodside, T’Arjahnaye Green, Leroy Carey Jr., Breanna & Brenique Major, Anaya & Anaea Walker; Numerous Sisters, Brothers; nieces, nephews and host of other relatives and friends.

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

Ms. Eliza L. Taylor, 98

a resident of Persis Rodger’s Home off Farrington Road, New Providence, Bahamas and formerly of Masons Bay, Acklins, Bahamas died at the Persis Rodger’s Home on Monday, 2nd February, 2026.

She is survived by her son: Basil Taylor; two grandsons: Eldridge & Mark Taylor; great grand-daughter: Ellecia Taylor; and a host of relatives and friends too numerous to mention at this time.

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

Death Notices For

Ms. Dorothy Johnson, 69

a resident of Cockburn Street, New Providence, Bahamas who died on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at her residence.

She is survived by her daughters: Sasha Johnson, Rashae Whylly Celebrity and Philisity Johnson; sons: Christian and Quincy Johnson; brothers: Mabon and Richard Johnson; numerous nieces, nephews and host of other relatives and friends.

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

Mr. Dwight Antonio Berry, 49

a resident of Woods Alley off Market Street, New Providence, Bahamas died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Friday, January 30th, 2025.

He was predeceased by his father: William Berry; mother: Sherryann Gibson-Woods.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife: Isence Julien Berry; daugther: Dwiesha Berry; grandchildren: Shawn and Ziorah McPhee; grandmother: Francina Kemp; step mother: Deloris Berry; step daugther: Cartier Marcellus; step father: Wendell Woods; step son: Herwing Pierre; brothers: Nathaniel McKinney, William, Aaron and Deron Berry; sisters: Tonia Barry and Christen Berry; brother-in-law: Charles Barry; step sisters: Tabitha, Yvette and Tera; numerous aunts and uncles 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 (Abaco) Rockling Bootle, 51

of Murphy Town, Abaco, will be held at Friendship Tabernacle Church, Central Pines, Abaco, on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, at 12:00p.m. Officiating will be Pastor Paul Roach, assisted by Other Ministers of The Gospel. Interment will follow in Murphy Town Cemetery.

Left to cherish his loving memories are his beloved Wife: Sandy; Children: Decarlo Deal, Rocklyn Jr., Alexis and Deneze Bootle; beloved Granddaughters: Alayzah Deal, Shantia and Robyn Beloved Dogs: Darla and Prince; Sisters and Brothers: Minalee Bodie (Charles), Emmitte Bootle (Natasha), Lester Bootle (Racquel), Johnathan Bootle (Raquel) and Keva McKinney (Basil); Brothers and Sister-in-law: Barbara Darville (Paul), Jacqueline Russell (Haldore Sr.), Katherine Bullard and Diana Viximar, Lynden Deal (Patrice) and Bryan Deal. Nephews and Nieces: Don Boodle (Jonna), Shavez Wright, Nathan Bootle (Sophia), Marvin Boodle (Janice), Shaquille Bootle (Latira), Lonnie Jr. Bootle, Lavargo Bootle, Rodney Jr. Bootle, Jonathan Jr. Boodle, Durell McIntosh (Laquina), Basil McKinney Jr., Renaldo (Elaine), Shonari, Victor, Kumar, Onino, Lynden Jr., Lenardo, and Richia Wright, Samantha Jones (Quincy), Emily Davis (Timothy), Lawonda Boodle, Latoya Davis (Sergio), Loretta Harriott(Ewan), Lasonia Simms (Jeremy), Kelia Escarment (Ronel), Basia, Kendra, Katelyn McKinney, Charlene, Chelsena Bodie, Lanique, Asia, Krysia, Krystal Lunardo, Jasmine, Khadejah, Leechelle, Zanifa, Monique and Alexis Smith; Grand Nieces and Nephews: Jonnajah, Samara, Samya, Tianna, Faith, Gayniah, Paris, Tammy, Tanny, Kyanna, Makayah, Gaysha, Teyonna, Lamai, Logan, Abbriella and Denise, Don Jr., Aiden, Cory, Nathan Jr., Timmy Jr., Lynn Jr., Timeko, Tayshaun, Jaden, Ewayne; Cousins and Close Relatives: Ettamae Williams; Bishop Livingston Williams and Family, Gloria Mills and family, Sheila and Leland Simms, Margareta and Daniel Rogers, Scott and Carroll Davis, Jobeth Colby-Davis, Fritz Bootle and Family, Diedre Bootle and Family, Patrice Parker and family, Jacqueline Bootle, Brenda Washington, Sophia McDonald, Prince Davis, Rex and Misty Davis, Steve Davis, Errol and Marsha Curry, George and Gunovia Wilmore, Basil and Evon Wilmore, Doralyn Wilmore and family, Lydia Wilmore and family, Cleveland and Judy Dawkins, Eugene and Anastasia Dawkins, Joel Dawkins, Derrick and Candy Dawkins, Sarah Dawkins, Pricilla Dawkins, Audrey Wright, Lonnie and Barbara Dawkins, Shantique and Barry wright, Ryan and Shaquera Williams, Shawn and Lawanda Simms, Shayne Simms, Jermaine Simms and Sherise Simms, Achaz and Shakia Davis, Jewel and Angelo Davis, Melissa and Kevin Kemp, George and Maggie Mills, Gina, Jada, Tianna Mills, Jarrad McBride, John Saunders, Sheril Duncombe, Iva Duncombe and family, Isaiah and Carla Wright, Nicola Rolle, Shantel McDonald, Anika and Ashton Parker, Deon, Deago, Crystal Cooper, Cordero Darville and Deangelo Bootle, Jenista Mills, Trevor Bootle, Petra and Kadesha Burrows, Dominique Deveaux, Von Rowson, Eric and Erin

Washington, Fedeiro Smith, Cory and Anthony McDonald, JP Bill William Swain, Sharron, Linda, Ruth, Peter, Barren Swain and family, Sherman Swain and family, Ena Swain and family, Elgie and Jestina Reckley, Vernita and Margrette Reckley and family, Judy Hunt, Paul Mills, Jimmy Williams and the entire Williams Family, The Bootle Family (Cooper’s Town), The Stuart family, The Saunders family, The Simms family, The Wilmore family, The Davis family, The Reckley family, The Dawkins family, Murphy Town Community, Dundas Town Community, Domino Crew: Cleveland, Elgie, Dudley, Errol, Jimmy, Clay, Larry, Casey, Jason, Frits, Val Nesbitt and Pete Culma; Close Friends: Donnalee Penn, Bernie and Jason Davis, Kirk Cornish, Ryan Simms, Dwayne Adderley, Sharon Smith, Konica Sawyer, Kenneal Walkine, Rory Horton, Lexis, Katerine Russell, Geletha Archer, Alex Rolle, Matthew Taylor, Abagail, Dale Mills, Troy Cornish, Montello Gibson, Ernestine Albury, Diane Cornish, Yvonne Stuart, The Barrellas (USA), Kathy (USA), and Champ (USA), Other Friends and Family: NAD, Taxi Association Abaco and Nassau, Marsh Harbour Seventh day Adventist Church, Moores Island, Cuban Family. He will forever be in our hearts and memories as a great loving man that was filled with life.

Relatives & Friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary, located on S. C. Bootle Highway, Marsh Harbour, Abaco, from 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. and again at the church on Sunday, from 10:00a.m. until service time.

Death Notice for Donnalee Doreen Bethel-McNaughton, 52 affectionately called “Donna”

of Bernard Road, died on Sunday, February 1st, 2026, at her residence.

She is survived by her Husband: Sevron McNaughton; Daughters: Precious Bethell, Destiny Stanisclas & Branique Ferguson; Son: McNeill Bethell; Granddaughter: Kariea Adderley; Siblings: Keith Turnquest, Kevin Turnquest, Godfrey Donald Brennen; A host of nieces, nephews, grandnieces and nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and a host of other family 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 Teress Victoria Cooper, 48

of Twins Close, Ridgeland Park, will be held at Apostle of The End Time Church, West Street on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 11:00a.m. Officiating will be Apostle Carlos Wallace, assisted by Other Ministers of The Gospel. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Gardens Cemetery, Soldier Road.

She was predeceased by her father: Victor Cooper and sister: Glenda Wallace-Mounts.

Left to reminisce on the love she gave and giant of a woman that she was is her Sons: Lavaughn Cooper, Shakuan Forbes, Theo Thompson & Kentez Ferguson; Daughters: Tiann Thompson & J’Toria Carew; Mother: Bethsheba Wallace-Wood; Stepfather: Gregory Wood Sr.; Daughter in Love: Anthonise Cooper; Grandchildren: Talaysia Lewis, Artavion Knowles, Zeke Cooper & Shakai Forbes; Special Friend: Lawrence Rolle; Brothers: Terrell Cooper & Gregory Wood II. Sisters: Melinda McCartney, Tiffany Arnette, Margo Cooper; Brothers-inlaw: Reuben Mounts, Randy McCartney, Barry McKenzie; Adopted Children: Alidia Magnus & Kaylisa Strachan. Uncles: Ulrick, Henry (Eldetta) & Phillip Wallace; Aunts: Elrena Bannister & Pearlimae (Zendall) Sullivan, Curlene (Romeo) Farrington, Yvonne Russell; Nephews: Domonique, Randin, William, Raheem, Jamari, Gregory III, King, Malik, Anthony Eulin Jr., Anthony McCartney; Nieces: Felicia, Devantiesh, Brittany, Randeka, Blesseth, Sterlina, Sterlincia, Aniyah, Chelsea, Asia, Rayah, Rylnn; Godchildren: Shanorry Moxey & Randesha Kemp; Other relatives: Apostle Carlos Wallace & Family, Apostles of The Endtime Church, Davonte Knowles, Verlene Moxey & Family, Gleece, Bianca Pinder, Bridget Anderson, Leona Moss & Family, Tanya Bain, Brenda Greene, Tonya, Kevas Miller Sr. & Family, Chief Petty Officer Theodore Thompson & Family, Lindy Wallace & Family, Kendrick & Nikki Ferguson, Lavaughn Forbes, Coralee Forbes Bowe & Family, Erik Carew, Callah Rolle, Ruth Smith, Donna

Knowles, Denise Curtis & Family, Anthon Moss, Theo & Latasha Major, John Williams, Brendalee Mackey, Anwar, The Phil Stubbs Family, Arnicker Wood, Stephanie Leadon, Adora & Reginald Hanna, Donnika, Oncology Consultants Limited, Paradise Healthcare Services, Ridgeland Park West Family, 1st Street The Grove, East Street North, Darville’s Liquor Store, World’s Famous Valley Boys, Leading Voices Toastmasters Club. Special Thank You to: Dr. Yvonne Bethel, Dr. Deangria Carey, Team Omala Black and Female Medical Unit.

We do apologize for any names we may have missed during this time of bereavement.

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

Death Notice for Bernadette Metelus, 71

of Stapledon Gardens, died on Monday, February 2nd, 2026, at the Princess Maragaret Hospital.

She is survived by her Sons: David & Daniel Metellus; Daughters: Bernuda Metellus & Dania Nicholas; Brothers: Benedict Metellus & Leonard Delancy; Sisters: Lucy & Lulie Metellus; 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 Services for Maximus Rolle, 5

of Murphy Town, Abaco, will be held at Robinson Morris Church, Anthol Road, Ridgeland Park on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 10:00a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Howard Williamson, assisted by Other Ministers of The Gospel. Interment will follow in Southern Cemetery, Cowpen & Spikenard Road.

Left to cherish her precious memories are, Parents: Maxwell Rolle Jr. and Laurel Dean; Siblings: Maxwell Rolle, Latika Hepburn and Latasia Morley; Grandparents: Maxwell Sr. and Veronica Rolle, Elvis Dean Sr. and Laura Rigby; Grandparents: Christopher Rigby and LaKeisha Roxbury; Uncles: Elvis Dean Jr., Herman Dixon, Deandre Hepburn and Gee Seymour; Aunts: Mary Watkins, Emilyann Johnson, Empress Tucker, Jamestina, Charmaine, Lavanna Dean, Precious Rolle and Tamika Smith; Cousins: Antonio, Stephen, Aria, Elizabeth, Randy, Randesha and Randy Dean, Asya, Hanna, London, Steronya, Myiesha Pitterson, Linya Grant, Amouire, Shanye, Senchez, Serenity Azaria Lavon, (Benaij); and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

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

(Abaco) Viola Johnson, 86

of Dundas Town, Abaco, will be held at Friendship Tabernacle Church, Central Pines, Abaco on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, at 2:00p.m. Officiating will be Pastor Rev. Charles Carey, Minister & Deacon Donald Cash. Interment will follow in Central Pines Cemetery.

She is survived by her Sons: Collin Swain (Catherine Swain), Terriance Edgecombe, Alfred (Scrapper) Edgecombe, Irwin (Charlie) Young Sr. (Anna Young); Daughters: Lee Esther Hepburn (deceased) (Joel Hepburn), Martha Cornish; Grandchildren: Jaro (Brittany) Curry; Collin Swain Jr. (Heather Swain) Charisma & Christano Swain, Shacoya Curry, Irwin Young Jr., Jamal Hepburn (Sunni Hepburn), Kereece & Jack Edgecombe, Megan Mills, Terran Edgecombe, Donovan Lockhart; Great Grandchildren: Kendelle Fleeks, Brenlee Hepburn, Eden Evans, Brooke & Arya Swain, Tai’ja Edgecombe, Dakota and Dakari Johnson.

Relatives & Friends may pay their last respects at Evergreen Mortuary, located on S. C. Bootle Highway, Marsh Harbour, Abaco, from 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. and again at the church on Sunday, from 1:00p.m. until service time

Death Notice For

Mr. Preston Alphonso Albury, 75

a resident of Winder’s Terrace off Malcom Road East, New Providence, Bahamas, passed away at Doctors Hospital on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

He is survived by his wife: Celestine Albury; children: Acchia and Aymara; grandson: Odin Mozie; siblings; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.