Millicent Violetta (Ashby) Joseph (Age 103)

Sunrise:  19th April 1937 (Montserrat)

Sunset:   19th July 2024 (United Kingdom)

Funeral Service:  St. Paul's Anglican Church, Falmouth, St. Paul's Antigua 

Date:  Tuesday 20th August 2024

Time:  1 PM

Viewing:  At the Church

Interment: St. Paul's Anglican Churchyard Cemetery 

Video Link:   https://www.youtube.com/live/H9Jic8Nx9ks?si=xETkK8s_ad6JW-ap

The Athill family announces the passing of its matriarch Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Athill nee Dublin of Montserrat who resided in Liberta and Briggins, Antigua, for many years, and last in Leicester, England.  Sarah died on August 19, 2024, at the age of 87 years

Sarah was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret Daway-O’brien; Father, John Dublin; Mother In-law, Hildarine Athill; father-in-law, Samuel Athill; sons, Ivason Athill and Terence Markham-Athill; sister, Sarah Dublin; and sister-friend, Ernestine Weaver.

Sarah leaves to mourn her husband, Ivason Athill, retired assistant superintendent of police of the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda

Children: Cynthia Athill-Simon, Dr. Cleon Athill, Verne Athill, Eloise and Dave Edwards, Madame Athill, Alfred and Dawn Athill, Germaine Athill, Lasean Athill and Husband Hubert Williams, Jasvinda Warner and Connie Timothy.

Sarah was grandmother to Karissa Belle-Guzman and Javier Guzman; Ashelle Athill and husband Gregory Lee Meeks Jr; Ashoy and Julie Athill;  Gerande and Robyn Nathaniel; Tijani and Yohance Mottley; Tekesha and Akenzie Athill and Jailyn Graham; Nkose Stevenson and Carley Lightfoot; Michael Edwards; Kiwani Athill and Jessica Stewart; Jaheim Jarvis; Micah Sanderson and  N’Jode Williams; Aretha Alexander. 

Her great-grandchildren include Javier, Chelsea, Riley, Leigha, Kalel, Ava, Blair, Ivason, Amiyah, Ahmaud, Avayah, Tyler, and Kymiah, 

Her adopted children include Dr. Patrick Challenger, Charlesworth Gage, Dr. Errol Samuel, Rev Donald Butler and Xavier Athill.

Sarah will be missed by her siblings: Isabel Daway and Oris Fergus and Carmen Nestian in the UK, and Josephine Francis in Canada; as well as her nieces and nephews: Spatzie Dublin in Canada, John Riley in Antigua, and Jodi Fergus-Kakad and Gareth Fergus in the UK, and adopted sister Josephine Lee and children in the UK; Special mention here of Earlyn Govia of Leicester and Geozel Warner, Liberta, and their respective families

Sarah also leaves to mourn her extended family to include the children of the late Pastor Peter Lee; Alfred Jeffrey and siblings;   Muriel Warner and family; Zenroy Athill and family; Kelvin Bailey and Family; Artemus Athill; Children of the late Valena George; Vanroy Miller; Josephine  Farrel and children; the Children of the late David Miller and the late Wilbert James; the children of the late Sister Casilda and Eric Joseph; and the children of the late Ernestine Weaver; Dr. Marcus Mottley; Trevor Simon, and Quincy DeMendoca

Sarah had a host of God-children who were all dear to her. These include Ernest Bradshaw, Connie Silcott, Denmore Robert, Denise Byers, Haymish Pringle, Oris Browne, Elroy Paige, Shane Heskey, Glenroy Burton, Dion Francis, Marlon Isaac, and Cherisse Butler.

Her Special friends include: Virginia Harris and Family of St. Kitts; Iris Hewlett and the entire Perkins family; Eileen Williams and Husband Bazil, and Brazil Morgan  of Montserrat; Dorothy Perry, Roosevelt Bridgewater, Marie Theodore, Veronica Browne, Mignon Harvey, Valerie Hodge, Vettie Francis, Ionie Mellanson, Jean Weste,  Eileen Donowa, Gwen Heskey,  Lady Emma Carslisle, Hon Winston Baldwin Spencer and wife Jackie, Ephena Matthew, Claudette James; Pamela Hanley, Ms. Anna and family, children of the late Daisy Massiah and Sylvia James, Joyce Benjamin; Fr. Peter Daley, Fr. Emmerson Richardson,   Rev. Selena Joseph, and Fr. Reid Simon in Antigua, and  Fr. Irving Richards of Leicester and Apostle Sandra Valentine of Florida; Maureen  Riley and Family of Manchester; Merle Joseph and Family, Henrietta Hixon of Leicester;  Ms. Chris Daley and Family; Maria Van-Dinthia of Holland; Vivian Roberts of Canada; the Brandys of Nevis; Nadia and Leo Henry of the USA; Olive Punter of the USA and her family; and the Nelsons Dockyard community where she worked for many years.

Sarah also leaves to mourn her neighbours at Liberta, Bendals Rd, Briggins, and Leicester to include: The late Rosalind Charles and Family; the Challengers; Children of the late Ms. Consie Paul; Sister Velva Burton and Family; Melanie Richards and Family; The Jameses; The Phillips; Isa Burton and family; Avril Greene and family; the family of the late Naomi and Stanford Simon of Liberta; The Petersons, Parkers, Harleys, and Corneliuses on Bendals Road and the Grants, the Brownes, the Cottams, and the Fabiens at Briggins; 

Sarah was very active in the church. She will be remembered specially by the congregation and the choir of Barnabas and St Paul Anglican church, and by members of the Mothers Union, and clergy across the Diocese of North Eastern Caribbean and Aruba.

Sarah also leaves to mourn many family and friends in Montserrat, Dominica, and Trinidad to include: Bernadette Daley and family in Trinidad, Desmond and Audrey Dublin, and Rebecca Daway in Dominica; Rose Willock and family, The Daleys, Harpers, Dublins, O’Briens, Hixons, Meades, Lees, and Wades of Montserrat

She will also be remembered fondly by her beloved sisters of the AJANI group, Leicester. 

Sarah Leaves to mourn a whole community of persons whom she loved dearly in Montserrat, Antigua, and Leicester.

Sunrise:  31st January 1924 (SeaView Farm, Antigua)

Sunset:   16th July 2024 (Antigua)

Funeral Service:  Lebanon Moravian Church, SeaView Farm, St. George, Antigua 

Date:  Thursday 1st August 2024

Time:  1:30 PM

Viewing:  At the Church

Interment:  Bathsheba Cemetery (SeaView Farm)

Video Link:   https://www.youtube.com/live/sVd2QOI7RmA?si=-kRt-B2z9WgPMNVu

Photo Credit: Facebook

Parents (deceased): Samuel and Beatrice Greenaway

Spouse: Maxwell Louison (67 years)

Stepson:  Trevor Louison

Siblings (deceased): Celestine Leonard, Estella and Gertrude Thomas, Enid, Christobelle and Carlton

Sunrise:  13th December 1946 (Bethesda, St. Phillip's, Antigua) 

Sunset:   18th June 2024 (Hampton, Virginia, USA)

Funeral Service:  St Paul's Anglican Church, Falmouth, St. Paul's, Antigua 

Date:  Wednesday 31st July 2024

Time:  10 AM

Interment:  St. Paul's Anglican Churchyard Cemetery

Video Link:  https://www.youtube.com/live/STNSWbSoiow?si=Jjm88AQ5BXTCQ4Ga

Jerome was the son of Mr. Cyril Sheppard and Mrs. Curdel Skepple both deceased.  He is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Julyn (Ernetta) Sheppard; his sons, Jeremy Sheppard and Shelton Sheppard; his daughters, Julyn Smith and Judie Sheppard Wood; his granddaughters, Faith Sheppard and Zaria Sheppard; and his great-granddaughter, Chanel Terrelong. Jerome also leaves behind his siblings, Owenson Humphreys and his wife Beverly, Romeo Skepple, Conrado Skepple and his wife Cheryl, Ovril Skepple, Glenmore Sheppard, Kingsley Sheppard, Roland Sheppard, Donald Sheppard, Ludwig Sheppard, Patricia Sheppard Brewster, Morleen Skepple, Juliette Campbell, and Casilla Sheppard, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Born on December 13, 1946, on the picturesque island of Antigua, West Indies, Jerome Sheppard’s life was a testament to love, resilience, and dedication.

Jerome’s journey began in the vibrant community of Bethesda, where he spent his childhood surrounded by the warmth and beauty of the Caribbean. He received his early education at the Antigua Grammar School before moving to the United States in his teens, seeking new opportunities and a brighter future. 

Jerome pursued higher education at The Aeronautics College in New York and continued his studies at Hampton Institute, now Hampton University.

Jerome built a successful career as a Communications Engineer in the United States Air Force, serving his country with honor for over 20 years. After retiring from the service, he dedicated himself to education, teaching in the Newport News and Hampton Public School systems and serving as an adjunct faculty member at Hampton University in the Department of Aviation.

 Jerome was more than his professional achievements. He was a man of deep faith, a guiding light to his family, and a pillar of his community. For the past few decades, he was a devoted member of St. Cyprian’s Episcopal Church in Hampton, where he was active in the Men’s Club, served as an Acolyte, and held the position of Church Treasurer. His kindness, generosity, and unwavering support touched the lives of many. He was an avid gardener, often found tending to his fruits and vegetables and sharing his harvest with neighbors and friends. Jerome had a profound love for the outdoors, whether it was fishing, playing golf, or working on his cars. He was also a proud member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., embodying its principles of “manly deeds, scholarship, and love for all mankind.”

Jerome’s legacy is one of love, hard work, and dedication. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends and the countless lives he touched throughout his lifetime.

Rest in peace, Jerome. Your light will continue to shine in our hearts forever.

Sunrise:  30th June 1926 (Shirley Rd. St. Johnston's Village/ Potters Village, Antigua)

Sunset:   26th June 2024 (Antigua)

Funeral Service:  Zion Church of God, North Street, St. John's, Antigua 

Date:  Thursday 25th July 2024

Time:  2 PM

Viewing:  1:30 PM at the Church

Interment:  Lamberts Cemetery (New Winthorpes)

Video Link:   

Daughter (deceased):  Ursula Martin

Sister (deceased): Eunice James

Sunrise:  25th February 1951 

Sunset:   26th June 2024 (Antigua)

Funeral Service:  St Paul's Anglican Church, St. Paul's, Antigua 

Date:  Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Time:  10 AM

Viewing:  9:40 AM at the Church

Interment: 

Video Link:   

Parents (deceased): John Stedman Donowa and Winnifred Spencer Donowa

Sister (deceased): Yvonne Donowa Benjamin 

Sisters: Carmen Donowa Benjamin and her husband Vincent Benjamin of Renfrews Estate and Joan Donowa of English Harbour

Sunrise:  7th April 1951 (Antigua)

Sunset:   4th May 2024 (Rockford, Illinois, USA)

Funeral Service:     Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc 200 N. Johnston Ave. Rockford, Illinois, USA 

Date:   Friday, June 14, 2024 

Time: 11 AM

Viewing: 9:00 -11:00 am at the Funeral Home

Interment:   Sunset Memorial Gardens. 

Video Link: 

Parents (deceased): Florence Wilma Peters Haynes and Maurice Edwards.

Partner: Martha Jones 

Children: Denver, Jr., Andre, and Leonard Edwards

Daughter-in-law:  Mary Edwards 

Grandchildren: Arianna Dawn, and his two bonus grandsons. 

Brother: Peter Edwards in England

Aunts (deceased): Christine Morris, Iris Jacobs, Audrey Henry, Irene Peters, and Ionie Peters 

Uncles (deceased) Hezekiah Peters and Leonard Johnny Peters. 

Aunts: Estella Pigott, Glenda Nicholas.

Brother/friends: James Wilson (Kilroy) and Monty Thompson (Matt); his close Antiguan childhood friends Eustace Dowe, Patrick "Buel" Skeritte, Edison Gregory; and many friends in Rockford, too numerous to mention.

 Denver Edwards was born on May 28, 195,3 on the island of Antigua and Barbuda. His parents were Florence Wilma Peters and Maurice Edwards. Denver spent most of his childhood in Antigua, except for a little time spent in St. Thomas, USVI, with his mother. Denver returned to Antigua from St. Thomas and finished his formal education. After high school, he learned the refrigeration trade and obtained employment in the Public Works Department in Antigua until he emigrated to the United States.

Denver met and married Denise Swepson in 1975. Denver migrated to St. Thomas in 1976, where his first son Denver, Jr. was born. Denver moved from St. Thomas to Rockford, IL, at the persistent urging of his special sister, Dawn Charles Thompson. Cousins Denver and Dawn were raised by their maternal grandparents Samuel and Ada Peters where they developed a strong sister/brother bond. Denver and his family resided with Dawn until they moved into their home in the same community. Denver and his wife had two additional sons. Denver and his wife later divorced, and he took on the sole responsibility of raising his three sons.

Denver's mother moved from St.Thomas USVI, to Rockford when Leonard was starting Kindergarten. She remained in the home with Denver and the boys and assisted in raising them until the time of her passing in June 2023.

Denver was employed at Ingersoll as a pipefitter until retirement. In 1980, Denver became a member of The Brothers Motor Cycle Club of Rockford, IL, and earned the moniker of "Shado" and there he formed lifelong friendships.

Denver passed away at home on May 30, 2024, two days after his 71st birthday, and one week before the first anniversary of his mother's passing.  

Sunrise:  7th April 1951 (Liberta, Antigua)

Sunset:   4th May 2024  (Deltona, Florida, USA)

Funeral Service:   Trinity Church, 875 Elkcam Blvd, Deltona, Fl 32725

Date:   Friday, June 7, 2024 

Time:  12 Noon

Viewing: 10:00 am-12 noon at the Church

Interment:   Deltona Memorial Gardens, 1295 Saxon Blvd, Orange City, Fl 32763. 

Video Link: 

Photo Credit:  

 Elaine Willock, 73 of Deltona passed away on May 4, 2024. She was born on April 7, 1951 in Antigua. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Agnes Dickenson and Leonard Willock; siblings, Louise Pryce, Zonika Willock, and Kelvin Joseph.

Elaine is survived by her son, Daryl Pryce; she also raised, Nichy Millet-Williams and Pauline Martin;.

Sisters, Linda Browne, Barbara Turner, Daisy Roberts, Tryphena Willock, Gracelyn Ireland, Julie Willock, Arlene Willock, Dorolyn Willock, Violet Josiah, Sharon Lewis, Winifred Jeremiah, Marjorie Monlouis, Karen Joseph, Carolyn Erskine, Debbie Joseph, Sylvanie Joseph, Angel and Patricia Joseph;

Brothers, Humphrey Pyrce, Felix Pryce, Alister Willock, Auckland Willock.

 In-laws to Jerome Browne, Desiree Pyrce, Joseph Ireland Kenrick Roberts, Eslyn Pyrce, Janet Willock and Earl Josiah Tetley Lewis.

She was the niece of Wally and Leroy Joseph, Clarence Shaw, Novelle and Gertrude Dickenson.

Her cousins include but are not limited to McKenzie, Wentworth, Recaldo, Rolston, Marilyn and Devon Joseph, Jeanella Stevens, Lavern Edwards, Janice Henry, Polly Thomas, Jean Chapman, Alvin Willock, Helena Osbourne, Vernie Harris, Olivia Henry, Lynda Morrisey, Roselyn Lorde, Nathlie Willock-Southwell and Ureka Willock; 

Close friends, George Walker, Ernetta Sheppard, Annella Lewis, Jean Charles, Betty and Robert Daniels, Yvette and Carl Rizner.  Elaine Willock had many, many more nieces, nephews, cousins, coworkers and friends too numerous to mention. 

She was a retired Nurse, employed by, Central Florida, Florida Hospital, Halifax Hospice, St. Lukes Roosevelt Hospital and Caledonian Hospital New York. Elaine was a member of Trinity Church Outreach and enjoyed praying, reading, singing, swimming, hiking, traveling, exercising, mentoring, cooking and gardening.

A Visitation will be held 10:00am-12:00pm with a 12:00pm Funeral Service, Friday, June 7, 2024 at Trinity Church, 875 Elkcam Blvd, Deltona, Fl 32725. Interment to follow at Deltona Memorial Gardens, 1295 Saxon Blvd, Orange City, Fl 32763.