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Bahamian Labour Advocate Passes Away -
Jun 2, 2017 - 7:09:31 AM
Mr. Alexander Thompson passed away on 31st May 2017 at
10:24am. Mr. Thompson was National Hero of Labour in The
Bahamas. Funeral service arrangements are being made.
Alexander
Thompson was born on the island of Andros, in the settlement of
Stanyard Creek. As a little boy in Andros, he worked with the mail boat
collecting the mailbag and delivering groceries. Always seeking ways to
assist, he performed odd jobs around the church and the neighborhood...
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Ministry of Tourism Updates
Tourism Minister pays tribute to Nathanial Clement "Piccolo Pete" Saunders -
Feb 17, 2017 - 7:43:33 AM
He was Mr. Bimini and the full and colourful life of this cultural ambassador, entertainer,
mariner, fisherman, fishing guide to world celebrities and entrepreneur Nathanial Clement
“Piccolo Pete” Saunders came to a peaceful end after close to a century of promoting and
marketing that slice of Bahamian paradise called Bimini.
With the passing of this legend, an era has come to an end but his life’s work will live on
in perpetuity.
Born on the 7th November, 1914, Uncle Natty as he was affectionately called was the community’s oldest, most
respected and entertaining personality ...
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
Hon. Fred Mitchell MP on the Passing of Rev. Wilbur Outten -
Jan 16, 2017 - 5:05:16 AM
The following statement was released by the Hon. Fred Mitchell,
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration on the passing of Pastor Wilbur
Outten in Freeport, Grand Bahama today 15 January:
Once again the sadness of death strikes us, having stolen
one of our most beloved sons away too soon.We do not complain although we are sad.
We are a people who live in hope.
I join with the Grand Bahama Community in expressing
condolences on the passing of Pastor Wilbur Outten...
Entertainment
Another stalwart of the golden era of entertainment in Grand Bahama passes -
Nov 18, 2016 - 3:54:41 PM
Freeport, Grand Bahama - Today the entertainment
industry recorded the loss another giant. Franklyn 'Frankie' Lightbourne,
guitarist extraordinaire, singer and all around nice guy.
Having
performed on many
stages with local and world renowned performing artists from Smokey 007
to Teddy Pendergrass, and giving his life to the
entertainment industry, Frankie was always a constant professional.
Always on time,
never un-prepared, and always willing to go the extra mile to share his
talent...
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
Minister Nottage pays respects to Sergeant 1163 Donna Burrows -
Nov 18, 2016 - 11:04:39 AM
Freeport, Grand Bahama - Full Military Service for the late retired Police Sergeant 1163 Donna
Burrows will take place on Friday, November 18, 2016 at the Church of
The Ascension in Lucaya, Grand Bahama. Ms. Burrows joined the Police
Force in 1970 and retired in January of 2009 after serving thirty-three
years. Her body reposed in the Compstat Room of the Gerald Bartlett
Police Complex on Thursday for viewing. Among those paying respect was
the Minister for National Security, the Hon. Dr. Bernard Nottage,
pictured. Minister Nottage and Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police,
Emerick Seymour gave condolences to the family members.
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
Foreign Minister Fred Mitchell On Death of Vernon Curtis -
Nov 14, 2016 - 11:38:41 AM
I am truly saddened this morning at the death of
Vernon Curtis, a great civic leader, activist, businessman and community
organizer from Exuma. He will truly be missed.
Mr Curtis was of that
generation of Exuma who fought for independence, majority rule and
Bahamianization. He was Exuma's eminence grise and protector of its
history, it's traditions and it's reputation. He leaves a great legacy.
He was a supporter of the cause and helped to elect and counsel many
an MP. I am grateful for his life of service, for his friendship and for
his wise counsel and total dedication to Exuma and the Bahamas.
May
he rest in peace...
Community
Press Club mourns passing of noted photographer Antoine Ferrier -
Nov 8, 2016 - 11:51:10 PM
NASSAU, The Bahamas – The Bahamas Press Club is deeply saddened by the
death of noted photographer Antoine Ferrier, who passed away Sunday,
November 6, 2016 after short illness.
He died at the Princess Margaret Hospital, on his birthday, at the age of 75.
Press
Club President Anthony Newbold described Mr. Ferrier as a professional
and a gentleman who brought honour to the profession.
Mr. Ferrier was appointed as one of the esteemed judges for the Press Club Media Awards scheduled for November 19, 2016...
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Grand Bahama mourns the loss of Jeffrey Bernard Butler -
Oct 2, 2016 - 12:39:31 PM
The Bahamas Weekly has learned of the passing of Grand Bahamas business
man, Jeffrey Bernard Butler. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his
family.
Jeffrey Bernard Butler, Sr was the Owner & CEO of The Butler Group
of Companies. In his role, Jeff coordinated and managed the importation
and buying side of the companies while overseeing the corporate and
expansion aspects of the companies. He owned and operated local
favourite spots, Butler's Specialty Food Store, Harbour Lobster,
Shenanigans, Chicagos, and the Harbour Room.
A big believer in the island of Grand Bahama, Butler fully supported the FNM Government and The Grand Bahama Port Authority...
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
Condolences expressed on the passing of Henry Woods, Bahamasair managing director -
Sep 29, 2016 - 3:07:48 PM
Nassau, Bahamas - It is with much sadness that we at Bahamasair announce the passing of our Managing
Director – Mr. Henry L. Woods who died today at 12:07pm at the University of Miami
Hospital in South Florida.
Mr. Woods’ career with Bahamasair spans 40 years over the life
of the airline. Through his many efforts Bahamasair has seen massive improvements in so
many areas of performance.
We ask that the nation continue to cover his family in prayer
during this very difficult time...
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
Government Officials Attend Funeral of Mrs. Juliette Barnwell -
Sep 25, 2016 - 9:51:01 PM
NASSAU, The Bahamas – The funeral service of Mrs. Juliette Barnwell was
held on Saturday morning, September 24, 2016, at Christ Church
Cathedral. Mrs. Barnwell was a well-loved and deeply respected
community champion.
Pictured paying their respects, among the many who
attended, are: Governor General Her Excellency Dame Marguerite
Pindling (front row), Prime Minister the Rt. Hon. Perry G. Christie
(second row, right), Deputy Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis (second
right), and Minister of National Security the Hon. Bernard Nottage and
Mrs. Nottage. Seated behind is Former Governor General Sir Orville
Turnquest...
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Bahamas mourns the loss of two veteran educators, Mrs. Juliet Barnwell and Mrs. Darnell Adderley -
Sep 13, 2016 - 10:09:11 AM
Nassau, Bahamas – The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology
expresses sincere condolences to the families of Mrs. Juliet Barnwell
and Mrs. Darnell Adderley.
Mrs. Barnwell was a veteran educator
who came from a lineage of patriotic Bahamians who were nationalists in
the truest sense. Both of her parents, Mr. Claudius Walker and Mrs.
Mable Walker have schools named in their honour and Mrs. Juliet Barnwell
continued her parents’ legacy of nationalism...
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
PM Perry G. Christie on the Passing of Mrs. Juliet Barnwell -
Sep 12, 2016 - 10:19:08 AM
Statement From The Rt. Hon Perry G. Christie, MP, Prime Minister Of The Commonwealth Of The Bahamas on The Passing Of Mrs. Juliet Barnwell, MV0:
“I have just learnt with much sadness of the passing of Mrs. Juliet
Barnwell, MVO, and wish on my behalf and my family and on behalf of the
Government of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas to express our heartfelt
condolences to her family at their loss. Our thoughts and prayers are
with you at this time.
Mrs. Barnwell was the scion of a very
distinguished Bahamian family. Both of her parents, the late Dr.
Claudius Walker and her mother Mrs. Mable Walker were distinguished in
their own rights. Dr. Walker was note for his involvement in the field
of medicine and community development and for having served as a member
of the House of Assembly...
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
Fred Mitchell on the death of John Pinder's son -
Aug 30, 2016 - 11:28:20 AM
Statement from Fred Mitchell MP Fox Hill on The Death Of The Son Of John Pinder Head of the Nation Congress Of Trade Unions 30 August 2014:
I
wish to extend condolences to John Pinder, the Head of the National
Congress of Trade Unions and the Bahamas Public Service Union upon the
death of his son in such tragic circumstances last evening. It must be
quite difficult to fathom. It is very sad. I wish on behalf of the Fox
Hill community from which he hails to extend condolences. The community
stands with you in this time of bereavement. I spoke personally to Mr. Pinder this morning by phone to pass on my condolences...
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
Farewell to Mary Wilchcombe -
Aug 3, 2016 - 5:57:27 AM
FREEPORT, The Bahamas -- The family of the late Mrs. Mary Wilchcombe
said farewell to her at The Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King in
Freeport, Grand Bahama on Saturday, July 30, 2016. Mary Wilchcombe was
the mother of the Hon. Obie Wilchcombe, Minister of Tourism, and Member
of Parliament for West Grand Bahama and Bimini.
Minister
Wilchcombe described his mother as a disciplinarian, but one who
disciplined with love. He also told how she believed in education, and
went the extra mile to ensure her children received the best education.
Most importantly he knew that his mother believed in Psalm 127:3 which
speaks of children as being a reward...
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
(Photos) State-Recognized Funeral for Pastor Silas Napoleon McKinney -
Aug 1, 2016 - 1:20:17 PM
NASSAU, The Bahamas -- A State-Recognized Funeral was held for Pastor
Silas Napoleon McKinney, former President of the Bahamas Conference of
Seventh Day Adventists and West Indies Union Conference of Seventh Day
Adventists, Mandeville, Jamaica, on Sunday, July 31, 2016 at Hillview
Seventh Day Adventist Church, Tonique Williams Darling Highway.
Governor General Her Excellency Dame Marguerite Pindling attended the
funeral, as did Prime Minister the Rt. Hon. Perry G. Christie, and
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration the Hon. Fred Mitchell.
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
State Recognized Funeral for the late Pastor Silas Napolean McKinney -
Jul 29, 2016 - 5:54:30 PM
The Cabinet Office has announced that a State-Recognized Funeral will be
held for Pastor Silas Napolean McKinney on Sunday, 31 July, 2016 at
Hillview Seventh Day Adventist Church, Tonique Willliams-Darling
Highway.
In addition, viewing for the general public will be at
Bethel Brothers Morticians, #44 Nassau Street on Saturday, 30 July, 2016
from 12 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. and on Sunday, 31 July, 2016 from 9.00 a.m.
until service time at the Church...
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
Hon. Fred Mitchell on Passing of Rev Irvin Clarke -
Jul 20, 2016 - 2:33:15 PM
Nassau, Bahamas - The following is a statement by the Hon. Fred Mitchell:
I learned yesterday with great sadness of the
passing of Rev Irvin Clarke of Exuma.The passing of Rev.
Clarke effectively severed the last living link in Exuma to the
original independence service in July 1973.
He preached the Independence service in 1973 and was a
fixture every year as a leading pastor and Christian leader in
Exuma...
Entertainment
Hon. Daniel Johnson on the Passing of Percival Sweeting -
Jul 14, 2016 - 6:02:03 PM
I join the fraternity of Bahamian musicians, entertainers and performers
mourning the untimely passing of Mr. Percival Sweeting, President of
The Bahamas Musicians and Entertainers Union.
My ministry values
his contributions to the formulation of policy relative to culture,
entertainment, special events and promotions. Mr. Sweeting had a concern
about developing the now and next generation of Bahamian talent and
entertainers.
To his dear wife, Mrs. Patricia Sweeting and the family, I extend the sympathy of a grateful people and entertainment community....
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Bahamas Information Services Updates
Hon. Shane Gibson expresses condolences on passing of Percy Sweeting -
Jul 13, 2016 - 7:15:18 PM
Nassau, Bahamas - The Hon. D. Shane Gibson, Minister of Labour &
National Insurance is profoundly saddened by the death of Mr. Percy
Sweeting, President of the Bahamas Musicians Entertainers Union on
Monday July 11, 2016. President Sweeting became a member of the Union in
1976 and was first elected to the Executive Board of the organization
in 1979. He served in numerous positions in the Union including
Treasurer and Vice President and was elected to the position of
President in 1999, a position he held up to the time of his death.
A
student of the late Edwin Elliot, Clement Bethel and William Tizard,
Percy entered the music industry in 1975 while serving in a group called
Holiday Express...
