Beatrice Thomas (Age 100)

Sunrise:  3rd May 1924 

Sunset:  18th April 2025 (Christian Hill, Antigua)

Funeral Service: Bethesda Methodist Church, Bethesda Village, St. Phillips, Antigua

Date:  Thursday, 22nd May 2025

Time:  2 PM

Viewing:  At the Church from 1 PM - 1:45 PM

Interment:  Bethesda/Christian Hill Community Cemetery

Video Link (Francis Media Production): https://www.youtube.com/live/QwEG5ODEOPU?si=mndTErOVuEPQwqbY

Parents (deceased):  Theophilus Thomas and Adelaide Smith

Siblings (deceased):  Charles Casey and Pamela Casey Cornelius

Children: Lucinda Payne and Foster Payne

Sunrise:  21st June 1977 

Sunset:  11th April 2025 (Wireless Road, Clare Hall, Antigua)

Funeral Service: St. John's Lutheran Church, Radio Range, St. John's, Antigua

Date:  Thursday, 15th May 2025

Time:  2 PM

Interment:  

Video Link:

In place of flowers, an offering will be collected for the upkeep of the Church.

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His Saints.  Psalms 116:15

Our beloved Suzette Nadia Latoya Smith, of Wireless Road was a devoted Christian and the dedicated Deputy Principal at Potters Primary School.  A passionate educator for over 25 years, Suzette made a significant impact on the lives of countless students and colleagues.

Suzette passed away peacefully on Friday, April 11th, 2025, at the age of 47.

Suzette's joy was found in faith, family and friendship.  She lived fully, laughed easily and loved deeply.

She will be remembered by her parents, Mr. Winston and Mrs. Lornetta Smith; her brothers-Colin Smith in Delaware and Clarence Smith in Antigua; and sisters-in-law, Patty Greene and Karleen Jonas.  Her nieces and nephews, Caiden, Audrianna, Aleksandra in Delaware; Kanissa and Ka-Rasjah Smith in Antigua.  She will be deeply missed by her adopted mother, Mrs. Angella Hodge of Mckinnons.

She was the beloved niece of Derene and Molly Henry, Judith Clarke, Ernestine Abraham, Silvanie Ralph, Stephanie Wheeler, Atley Gomes, Freeston Lavan, Crosley Roberts, Julius Brown and Starlyn Greene.  Suzette was the beloved cousin to many, too numerous to mention.

She was related to the Henry, Thomas, Winter and Athill families.

Her Godparents were: Cavelle Barthley in Freetown, Leona Griffith in Brooklyn and Everlette Shepard in Pares Village.

She was the cherished friend of many, including:  Shemeke Tonge, Wayne Bynoe, Dr. Desiree Antonio, Sherese Corbett, Best Lady Friends Group, Ethlie Parker in Manhattan, Joanne Sisnette in Trinidad, her St. John's Lutheran Church family and the Education Fraternity in Antigua and Barbuda.

Suzette's vibrant spirit will live on in every life she touched.  May her soul rest in eternal peace.

Sunrise:  23rd October 1922 (Dominica)

Sunset:  23rd March 2025 (Antigua)

Funeral Service: Villa SDA Church, Fort Road, St. John's, Antigua

Date:  Thursday, 17th April 2025

Time:  1 PM

Interment:  St. John's Public Cemetery

Video Link (Villa SDA Church):  https://www.youtube.com/live/7wF6XIiFKz4?si=Vd3w-KUKRrIA_QA0

Spouse (deceased): Samuel Dublin

Daughter (deceased): Rita Dublin

Children: Judith Dublin, Salome Dublin, Lorraine Dublin Samuel, Vere Dublin and Wife Pauline Dublin, James Dublin and his wife Ineta Dublin, Gerene Joseph and her husband Sylvester Joseph and Ruth Carr and her husband Anthony Carr.

Therese Theresa Georges-Dublin, affectionately known as “mama” and “grandma”, was born on October 23, 1922, in Victoria in the district of St. Patrick in the Commonwealth of Dominica.  Her parents were Mr. Ander Georges and Mrs. Rosetta Mary-Anne Georges.  She was blessed to have four siblings - Ionie Georges, Adrian Georges, Pauline Georges and Eliza Georges.

Mama was educated at the Victoria Government School and successfully passed 3 seventh standard exams.  In school, her favourite subject was mathematics.

After completing school, Mama moved from her village, Delices, to Roseau, the capital, where she worked as a store clerk.   In her twenties, she migrated to Antigua, where she met and married Samuel Dublin, and their union yielded eight children.  

Mama was a devout Seventh-day Adventist and a member of the Cedar Grove SDA Church, which she faithfully attended until 2020 when churches went on lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  She was a Seventh-day Adventist for over 75 years.

In addition to assisting her husband on the family farm, Theresa’s greatest commitment was to rear her children, nurturing them in the fear and admonition of the Lord.  She instilled in them love for God, respect for authority, the dignity of hard work, and the value of education. Her impact on the Antiguan society can be seen through her children and grandchildren, who are making invaluable contributions to the nation in sectors such as law, law enforcement, education, aviation, information technology, accounting, health, and the hospitality industry.

Mama was blessed with a magnificent memory and committed to memory many bible passages, especially Psalm 121. She enjoyed singing her favourite song, “O happy Day that fixed my choice” and reciting her favourite poem “, The Village Blacksmith”.  She attributed her long life to faith in God, a healthy lifestyle, and the joy of being a blessing to others. 

Sunrise:  21st December 1922 (Dominican Republic)

Sunset:  16th March 2025 (Antigua)

Funeral Service: Villa SDA Church, Fort Road, St. John's, Antigua

Date:  Monday, 14th April 2025

Time:  2 PM

Interment:  St. John's Public Cemetery

Video Link (Villa SDA Church): https://www.youtube.com/live/4t63WO7-CIk?si=tka_NiABoM77DXY9 

Jane Lucretia Ryan affectionately known as Sarah Jane, was born on December 21, 1922, and was the eldest of four siblings. Her father, Luke Julius of St Kitts, and her mother, Priscila Fergus of Montserrat, met in the Dominican Republic.

After her mother's passing, Sarah Jane relocated to Dominica and resided with three of her aunts. Sarah Jane became a Seventh-day Adventist, and, after a series of meetings held by Pastor Gooding, she gladly accepted the call and was baptized as a teenager.

She was encouraged by many in Dominica to further her education at what was called “Caribbean Collage”, however, there wasn’t any permanent help from her family to pursue her studies.

After the passing of the aunt she resided with, she was taken in by another aunt, Ann Fergus, who lived in Montserrat. There she stayed and oftentimes she was also with her grandfather.

After moving to Montserrat, her aunt in America had hopes of adopting her and the thought of this brought a level of financial relief.  However, her focus was on the Lord and being active in church.

At the early age of 17, she met and fell in love with James Ryan in Montserrat, and at 18, they were happily married. She made frequent visits to Antigua to be with her husband who was employed there at the time.

Their first child was born in Montserrat and following the birth, she decided to settle permanently in Antigua and Barbuda where she lived on Church Street. She and her husband became active members of the St. John’s Seventh-day Adventist Church. They had four children – two boys and two girls. One of the boys died soon after birth and the other died in 2017. Her husband died on May 21, 2003.

Sister Ryan, Sister Sarah and Mother Ryan are all names used to refer to Sarah Jane.  She founded the feeding programme called “The Dorcas Society” at the St John’s SDA Church. She was an active Deaconess and choir member under Cuthbert Prince.  She was a children’s leader in Sabbath School and a part of the hospital group that visited patients every Sabbath afternoon led by Brother Percy Brathwaite.

When her membership moved to the Villa Church, she worked even harder with children and the Dorcas Society. She was an outstanding cook, baker, seamstress, housekeeper and businesswoman.  In the Villa community, she was known as the ginger beer maker, ice cream seller, the frozen- joy lady, treats she taught herself to make.

Sarah Jane believed in Christian education, and she reached out to children in Montserrat who had to end their education in primary school and took them into her home so that they could attend the Seventh-day Adventist School in Antigua.

She had an open loving heart and a strong concern for the advancement of others. She’s described as not just a mother but a close friend, her children’s confidante, a motivator, a teacher, and an example of a true Christian.

Credit: https://antiguaobserver.com/author/jennelsa-johnson/

Sunrise:  25 April 1942 (Urlings Village, St. Mary's, Antigua)

Sunset:  4th March 2025 (Orlando, FL, USA)

Viewing: April 10, 2025, at 11:00 am at the Marvin C Zander Funeral Home, 232 W Michael Gladden Blvd, Apopka, FL 32703

Funeral Service:    Solid Rock United Methodist Church.  440 South Kirkman Rd. Orlando, FL 32811 

Date:  Saturday, 12th April 2025

Time: 11 AM 

Video Link:   https://www.facebook.com/ZandersFuneralLIVE  

Services provided by Marvin C Zander Funeral Home, 232 W Michael Gladden Blvd. Apopka, FL 32703 USA

Ebeanjo Alphonso Francis Sr. was born on April 25, 1942, in Urlings, Antigua, to George Morris and Adora "Gladys" Price. Growing up in Antigua shaped his character, instilling in him the values of hard work, family devotion, and community that would guide his life.

In 1964, Alphonso decided to seek better opportunities and a chance to build a future by emigrating to St. Croix. During a visit back to Antigua, he met Merna Stevens — an encounter that would change both their lives forever. Married in 1969, their union would span fifteen years, creating a legacy of love and family that would become Alphonso's greatest pride.

Known affectionately as "One Man" – a nickname rumoured to come from his grandfather's saying, "Is only one man in this house and it's me" – Alphonso embodied that independent spirit throughout his life.  He was a true entrepreneur, raising cattle and goats, opening his own grocery shop, and establishing a successful business in St. Croix.

His generosity matched his business sense; after closing his food truck, he ensured leftover food made its way to family members. His work ethic was matched only by his generosity—after closing his food truck each day, he made sure no leftover food went to waste, sharing it freely with family members and anyone in need.

Alphonso found joy in cooking for others, watching cricket matches, and playing dominoes with friends and family. But perhaps what defined him most was his wisdom and readiness to offer advice to those who needed it.

His legacy continues through his children: Steadroy( wife Natasha), Asbert (wife Lydia), Alphonso Jr., David (wife Maribel), and Jamila (husband Kenneth); and his grandchildren: Jalya, RJ, Kenneth Jr., Jalyn, Kamal, David Jr., and Shermal and siblings: Gloria, Malcolm, George, Genevieve, Cadella, Michael, and Geraldine. He was preceded in death by his brothers Henry, David, Denfield, and Lawrence, and his granddaughter Rasheeda.

Though Alphonso has left this earthly realm, his spirit lives on through the lives he touched and the values he instilled in us all. We will remember his entrepreneurial spirit, his love of family, and his joy in life's simple pleasures.

May his soul rest in peace, and may his memory be a blessing to us all.

Sunrise:  26 September 1944 (Parham Town, St Peter's, Antigua)

Sunset:  14th March 2025 (Boston, MA, USA)

Funeral Service:   

St Mark's Episcopal Church

73 Columbia Road, Dorchester, MA 02121

Date:  Friday, 4th April 2025

Time:  11AM - 12 Noon

Video Link: 

Services provided by Floyd A. Williams Funeral Home, Inc.

490 Columbia Rd, Dorchester, MA 02125, USA

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Angela Rosetta “Doreen” Matthews, who departed this life on March 14, 2025.

Doreen was a pillar of strength, wisdom, and fierce love—a woman who led with an iron fist when it came to protecting her family and stood unapologetically firm in her beliefs.

Born on September 26, 1944, in Parham Town, Antigua, W.I., she migrated to Boston, MA, in 1990. Doreen was a force to be reckoned with—fiercely independent, bold, and unmistakably herself. She didn’t take nonsense from anyone, always speaking her mind with sharp wit and undeniable wisdom. Her strength echoed through both her words and her actions, as she worked tirelessly to ensure her loved ones were safe, supported, and cared for.

To her family, she was far more than a matriarch—she was a protector, a provider, and a guiding light. She taught us the value of resilience, honesty, and loyalty. Her love, though tough at times, was always genuine. Her unwavering dedication to family was a powerful reflection of her heart.

Doreen leaves behind a legacy of courage and unwavering love, carried forward by her children: Andrea Edwards, Donna Matthews-Jeffrey, Sharon Edwards, Kelvin Edwards, Naomi Edwards, and Jason Barnes; eleven (11) grandchildren, sixteen (16) great-grandchildren, and two (2) great-great-grandchildren, along with many other beloved family members who remain forever grateful for her sacrifices, her lessons, and her unforgettable spirit.

Her absence will be deeply felt, but her love and the values she instilled in us will remain eternal. May she rest in peace—free from pain, watching over us with the same fierce strength and grace that defined her life.

Sunrise:  1st December 1928

Sunset:  5th February 2025 (Potters Village, Antigua)

Funeral Service: Spring Gardens Moravian Church, St. John's Street, St. John's, Antigua

Date:  Monday, 3rd March 2025

Time:  1:30 PM

Interment:  Floretta Gardens Cemetery (Potters Village)

Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/live/wyMw8-r0iA0?si=1hLS_xLtNu014xQs

Son (deceased):  Clovil Daniel

Sister (deceased): Ruth Vigo

Children: Charles Jeffery, Dean Benta, James Benta, Jacinta Francois, Jacqueline Francois  

Brothers: Charles Davis, Amos Davis and Steadman Dorsett