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DNA on the passing of Sir Charles Carter - May 18, 2021 - 7:37:21 PM
The Democratic National Alliance (DNA) joins the nation in mourning the
loss of Sir Charles Carter. The Bahamas has lost a national treasure who
gave so much to our nation and lived a life of service to the Bahamian
people. Sir Charles was a politician, media mogul, historian and
cultural icon who distinguished himself in several sectors within our
society.
During his lifetime, Sir Charles served as Deputy
Speaker of the House of Assembly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister
of Health, Leader of Opposition in the Senate, Chairman of the
Broadcasting Corporation of The Bahamas...
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Dr. the Hon. Ewart Brown Press Statement on the Passing of Prince Philip - Apr 9, 2021 - 6:39:13 PM
See enclosed Statement from Dr. the Hon. Ewart Brown, former Premier of Bermuda on the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh:
Wanda and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to Her
Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family on the passing of The Duke of
Edinburgh.
On Prince Philip's visit to Bermuda in
2009, we found him to be thoughtful, engaging, and witty — an energetic
and delightful presence for all who encountered him...
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Bahamas Democratic Movement: Condolences on the passing of the Minister's Son - Dec 4, 2020 - 11:10:39 AM
Today it is with great sadness that I extend sorrowful condolences to
The Hon. Romauld Ferreira, Member of Parliament for Marathon and the
Minister of the Environment and Housing and his family on the passing of
his son.
“The Ferreira family are close to my
family, our children school to together,” recounted BDM Leader Stuart.
With fewer words than usual, Mr. Stuart...
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Christine Snisky-Nixon Tribute - Oct 19, 2020 - 7:04:43 PM
We are all in grief as we celebrate the life of our friend and colleague
Christine Snisky-Nixon. I met her when I moved to Grand Bahama to
become Chief Pharmacist of the island. I found her to be smart, honest,
hard-working and most importantly, genuine. I meet a lot of fake people
in my line of work, folk who just want to see what they can get from
you. Christine was just the opposite…she couldn’t be fake even if she
tried. And that’s why she and I became not only solid colleagues but
grew to be great friends. She became “Chrissy” and I enjoyed when I
heard that raspy voice say “Marvelous Marvin”.
When I left Freeport and moved to Nassau we stayed in touch. She was passionate about pharmacy practice and education...
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Joseph Darville: Tribute to Patrick Bethel - Jun 2, 2020 - 2:50:13 PM
While heaven has regained an enlightened soul, we have lost a being of
enormous wisdom, knowledge and knowingness. A long-life teacher of
exceptional skills, intellect and Patrick was chosen to be the first
Bahamian principal of The Bahamas Teachers’ College. Thus, his sense of
educational excellence, fair-play, none discrimination and noble
humility, fostered extraordinary elements of traditional commitment and
dedication in the souls of our pre and post-Independence trained
teachers...
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Announcing The Passing of Dr. Gopal Kshatriya - Jan 15, 2020 - 9:29:52 AM
The Community of Indians in The Bahamas is deeply saddened to announce
the passing of Dr. Gopal Kshatriya on January 14, 2020 at the Princess
Margaret Hospital. He was surrounded by his loving wife Mrs. Chitra
Gopal Kshatriya, family, friends and colleagues. Dr. Gopal as he was
fondly known, was born in Hubli, India on January 15, 1946, moving on to
glory just shy of his 74th year. In 1988, he came to The Bahamas with
his wife Chitra and children and was a medical practitioner for the past
44 years at the Princess Margaret Hospital, and as a family
practitioner for the Department of Public Health.
Dr Gopal Kshatriya is survived by wife, Mrs. Chitra Gopal Kshatriya;
children: Dr. Shilpa Kshatriya and Kiran Kshatriya; son-in-law: Rajiv
Chauhan; grandchildren: Kunika and Gurish Singh Chauhan; sister-in-law:
Rani Chauhan; brother-in-law: Gautham Krishnaiah; sister: Mrs. Gayathri
Krishnaiah...
Arts & Culture
Bahamas Gov't Tribute to the Late John 'Chippie' Chipman - Sep 14, 2019 - 7:50:19 AM
Bahamian Junkanoo Legend, John “Chippie” Chipman passed away on Monday
September 9t h, 2019 at 90 years of age. His career spanned more than
six decades. The world knows Bahamian Culture due to the life and works
of Mr. Chipman. He would have touched every continent with his goatskin
drum, and has earned his reputation as a prolific Junkanooer, dancer and
champion drummer.
“Chippie”, as he was affectionately called,
received both national and international recognition for his outstanding
contribution to nation building. He was honored and enlisted as a
Member of the British Empire (M.B.E.), a recipient of The Bahamas Merit
Award, Tourism Lifetime Achievement Award, The Junkanoo Legends Circle
Award...
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Bahamas State Recognized Funeral for Emmanuel E. Osadebay - Sep 13, 2019 - 11:33:11 PM
A State Recognized Funeral was held for the Hon. Mr. Justice
(Retired) Emmanuel E. Osadebay at St. Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou
Hill Road, on Friday, September 13, 2019. Interment was at St. Agnes
Cemetery.
"Justice of Appeal Osadebay had
the distinction of serving The Bahamas at three different levels of the
Judiciary; as the Stipendiary and Circuit Magistrate, a Justice of the
Supreme Court and a Justice of Appeal. He also practiced at the private
Bar with distinction for several years after leaving the Magistracy pro
to his appointment to the Supreme Court Bench in February, 1994."
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Remembering Ben& Judy Rose - Jun 11, 2019 - 6:30:26 PM
Staff and management of Garden of the Groves and the Garden
Cafe are heartbroken about the passing of Ben and Judy. Ben was employed
by the Garden of the Groves sister company, Grand Bahama Nature Tours,
as a snorkel and kayak guide, from 2002 until 2017 when he retired to
continue to immerse himself in the creation of paintings that
represented the Grand Bahama environment on land and below the sea!
Ben
and Judy were such an important part of the Garden of the Groves and
Grand Bahama Nature Tours Family and our memories are such happy ones!
May they Rest In Peace...
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Donald 'Come on Down Now' Roberts Obituary - Mar 9, 2019 - 1:17:09 PM
Don (to all of us) was a man who lived his life to the fullest.
He was a man who put his all into everything he did - so that he built
an impeccable reputation in Business, Fishing, Shooting or whatever his
activity.
He lived a full life so much so that in spite of all
the physical pain and misery he suffered, especially these past 4 years,
he didn’t want to leave it. His full life was rewarded with great
material success, especially in his last 20 years when he established
the Ace Dealership in Dolly Madison and built one of the most successful
businesses in Freeport if not the Bahamas using his personality and
skill, especially in merchandising and customer relations built over a
lifetime of accomplishments.
As I have said before, Don’s
business success was no accident: he made sure he had his numbers and he
studied them fastidiously.
In the past 3 years, in particular,
we his family, friends, his staff and close acquaintances have suffered
with Don over his declining health. Through it all, with
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Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce on the loss of Donold Roberts - Feb 7, 2019 - 7:41:10 PM
The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce mourns the loss of a major
Business Icon. Mr. Donold "Don" Roberts and his business establishment,
General Leasing (Dolly Madison), became a member of the Grand Bahama
Chamber of Commerce during its early inception and continues to the
present time. Mr. Robert's contributions over the years to the community
of Grand Bahama has evolved into a legacy. His signature cigar and
famous "Come on Down" will long be remembered. In 2009 Mr. Robert's was
the recipient of The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce Business Person
of the Year Award...
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Memorial Concert Held to Honour Cultural Icon Audrey Dean-Wright - Feb 5, 2019 - 6:50:36 PM
The late Audrey F. Dean-Wright had an almost infectious enthusiasm and
excitement for the arts that was paralleled by her fierce commitment to
educating and enlightening the youth who were drawn to her.
As an
educator, she shared her knowledge without reservation; as a choir
director, she poured her passion into her young charges; and as a
patriot, she diligently cultivated a sense of community and allegiance
to good citizenship...
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Former Cabinet Minister, Ervin Knowles dies at 84 years - Jan 21, 2019 - 8:00:58 PM
Mr. Ervin Knowles, a former Cabinet Minister and Member of Parliament, has passed away at the age of 84 years.
Mr. Knowles was born in Nassau on May 17, 1934 to Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Knowles.
He attended Eastern Junior and Senior schools, and St. John’s College in Nassau.
A building contractor and land developer, Mr. Knowles was first elected
to Parliament in 1977 as a member of the Bahamian Democratic Party, but
resigned from the party in June 1978...
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PM Minnis on Bradley Roberts' Passing - Oct 25, 2018 - 8:09:21 PM
Cabinet Office announces the sudden passing today of former Member of Parliament and Cabinet Minister Bradley Roberts.
A
noted and successful businessman, Bradley Roberts was dedicated to
public life. He served for 40 years in the front line of politics,
twenty-five as a Member of Parliament. He was dedicated to the
Progressive Liberal Party, his political home, and up to his retirement
from the front line in October 2017, was the National Chairman of the
Progressive Liberal Party.
He served as Minister of Works and
Utilities and was also a former Minister of Immigration. As well as
being Chairman of the Progressive Liberal Party, he was Deputy Chairman
of the Bahamas Telecommunications Company..
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Bradley Roberts dies at age 74 - Oct 25, 2018 - 4:00:57 PM
Former Cabinet Minister and Progressive Liberal Party Chairman Bradley Roberts died today, the PLP has confirmed.
According to media reports he collapsed and was not able to be revived.
He was 74.
"He was sworn in as Minister of Works and Utilities on May 07, 2002 – five days after the PLP’s victory in the 2002 general election. He captured the Bain and Grant’s Town House of Assembly seat in the balloting..."
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DNA: Condolences on passing of Inspector Carlos Blatch - Sep 12, 2018 - 11:00:04 PM
I join with the Bahamian people in expressing my deep regret and
sympathies upon learning of the shooting incident that took place on our
streets here in the Capital, and the subsequent passing of aide-de-Camp
Inspector Carlis Blatch, who succumbed to injuries sustained during the
said incident.
On behalf of the Democratic National Alliance,
our leaders, officers and members, I wish to extend sincere condolences
to Inspector Blatchs' family and the Royal Bahamas Police Force family...
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Governor General's Statement on the Death of Inspector Carlis Blatch - Sep 12, 2018 - 8:53:52 PM
Her Excellency, the Governor-General has been informed of the tragic
death of Inspector Carlis Blatch, who has served as Aide-de-Camp (ADC)
for the past four years. Her Excellency is deeply saddened by this
event, inasmuch as Inspector Blatch worked very closely with her in all
State matters.
The Governor-General particularly extends sincere
sympathy to Mrs. Crystal Blatch and their children and wishes to assure
them of her prayers during this time of their bereavement.
Inspector
Blatch has been on the staff of the Governor-General for the past 14
years, serving with distinction as the officer in charge of protocol,
then as ADC to the Governor-General...
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Governor General Greets Family of Late Chief Justice Isaacs - Sep 6, 2018 - 9:07:59 PM
Governor
General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Marguerite Pindling gives
condolences to the family of the late Hon. Mr. Justice Stephen G.
Isaacs, Chief Justice of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, at the
Lying-in-State at the Supreme Court on
September 6, 2018. The State Funeral for the Chief Justice will take place
September 7 at Christ Church Cathedral.
(Photos/Peter Ramsay)...
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