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IN LOVING MEMORY OF ELSWITH RHABURN ESTELLEDeath is nothing else but going home to God, the bond of love will be unbroken for all eternity. Mother TeresaIt’s with deep regret that we the Estell family announce the death of our beautiful mother Elswith Berthamae Rhaburn Estell.I know everyone tends to say all the best things about their mom but our mom was genuinely a humble, sweet, giving, honest and simply pure of heart, don’t get me wrong she had an edge to her where you messed with one of her own she would snap at you in a flash) but it was just the MOTHER GENE in her. My heart aches at our loss of our AWESOME mom, but I also want to acknowledge that she was also a sister, aunt, grandmother, neighbor, and really wonderful friend. I learned quite a few things about my mom with our last quality time we spent together over this past holiday that I will hold dearly.......my mom was funny as hell and love to find the laugh in every situation.She had this look she would give you if she was trying to make fun of something or someone----yes someone----we all do it so don’t pretend you don’t {laugh} but she did it in a very jovial way as a mockery rather than a make fun of.Funeral service will be held in Ladyville at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 5th, at the Ladyville Baptist Church.Burial will be in Crooked Tree Village where here late parents, James & Winnefred Rhaburn were laid to rest.Following the funeral service buses will be leaving for Crooked Tree Village where the burial sermon will be conducted by Pastor Maurice Westby.Elswith Estell is survived by her husband Dudley Estell, daughters Yvette Halliday{wife of Henry Halliday}; Rowena Estell and Trisha Estell of Chicago, Ill, Sherria (Betty} Estell, Keishalyn Estell & Starlee Estell.Grand-children: Tyronne Fuentes, Shauntice Martin, Ellsworth Sutherland JR., LeeShawn Gordon, James Halliday & Oren Humes.Siblings: Ionie Wright, Evan Rhaburrn, Norma Gillett, Wincy Rhaburn, Bernice Sutherland, Elswith Estell, James Rhaburn III, Genevieve Comber, Maridell and Faye Rhaburn.
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OUR BELOVED MOTHER BURMAH VICTORIA FLOWERSSunrise: May 14, 1937Sunset : Jan. 25, 2012This eulogy is dedicated to family, relatives, and very close friends who knew my mother intimately.Our Mom Burmah Flowers, for those of us who knew her well, was a woman of class, integrity, strength and great faith. She was born to Mr. and Mrs. Gillett on May 14, 1937 in Crooked Tree Village, Belize. The third eldest of 10 children, she helped raise her younger brothers and sisters, at the same time that she helped her parents along on their land.She attended college, pursuing a degree in Education and thereafter becoming a teacher in a school in Belize City; eventually working her way up to an Assistant Principal. Students and fellow teachers alike were very fond of her because of her magnificent personality. She was caring, giving, understanding and loving. My Mom taught in Belize City for a couple of years. She then decided to move to the United States to raise her family as a single parent. This was the beginning of many hardships. She toiled and worked very hard, taking her first job working as a clothing seamstress in a factory. There were instances where Mom would only have bread and water for lunch in order to save money for us. One day, she came across a nice gentleman who encouraged her to try for a position at the D’ Agostinos supermarket; she applied and got the job in 1976, permanently working there until her retirement. Mom suffered her first stroke on February 21, 2001 which only affected her left peripheral vision. She decided to work for a few more years finally retiring in 2007. At first, she was bored but later on she began to enjoy her free time.On January 7, 2010 Mom suffered a second stroke which this time became more severe, paralyzing her entire left side, affecting her vision and losing her ability to swallow. It was at this moment in time that we, her children, realized she would never be the same. Released from the hospital and transferred to a Nursing Home for rehabilitation, she never once gave up as she fought to walk. The physical therapists did all they could, but in-spite of their efforts, Mom was unable to recover. She was eventually released from the Rehabilitation and then went on to live with my brother, where my sisters and I took turns caring for her. Mom then developed a cough that would not go away; she was later diagnosed with aspiration pneumonia. However, after performing a CATSCAN, the doctors discovered she had two lumps in her right lung.On January 25, experiencing breathing problems, Mom passed away that very night. She leaves behind her four children: Jason Alfred Flowers, Sharlene Victoria Flowers, Rema Elvina Flowers and myself, Nadia Elaine Vales; her siblings Gwenyth Tillet, George Gillett (deceased), Elistine Tillet, Donald Gillett, Jennifer Wilkerson, Edwin Gillett (deceased) and Stephen Gillett, plus numerous cousins, relatives and intimate close friends.Mom, you were so dear to our hearts. You will be greatly missed. We love you and will cherish you all the days of our lives. Rest in peace, Mom, you will have no more pain and suffering. You have been set free. Love You.Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 3, 2010 at Community Worship Center-Church of the Nazarene at 117 Madison St, Brooklyn, New York, 11216. The Rev. Dr. Elmer Gillett will be conducting the funeral sermon.*********************************** |
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Our Beloved Pastor- Rev. Owen. Frederic Rhaburn Pastor Emeritus Crooked Tree Baptist Church. Sunrise: April 12, 1928
Sunset: December 23, 2011 Owen Fredric Rhaburn was born in Crooked Tree Village on April 12, 1928, the third child of John and Edith Flowers Rhaburn. He attended the Crooked Tree BaptistSchool and church. After completing primary school he went to work along with his father in his farming and chicle operations. Rev. Owen Rhaburn, a beloved husband and pastor served the Crooked Tree Villagecommunity well. He was a leader and centerpiece in the community officiating at many weddings, baby christenings and funerals. He was very committed and he touched many lives in the village. Pastor Rhaburn was a man of character, upstanding in our community and an incredible man of God. The year 1957 was a very important one in his life. In June he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior. And on August 3rd he took Maggie Crawford as his wife and there a month later, on November 3, the Reverend Michael Marrith baptized him and his wife on the profession of faith in Jesus Christ. He was subsequently admitted into the membership of the Crooked Tree Baptist Church. He served in various capacities of the church including that of deacon. The Reverend Arnold Pearson Superintendent of the Baptist Mission and Pastor of the Queen Street Baptist Church assumed pastor ship of the Crooked Tree Baptist Church. He retained pastoral responsibility while delegating most of the operational functions of theCrooked Tree Church to the then Deacon Rhaburn. While serving in this capacity, the position of pastor became vacant and he was appointed provisionally as the pastor of the Crooked Tree Baptist Church in 1964. With the support of Pastor Pearson and the Baptist Church Mission he enrolled in several courses of studies. In 1970 he graduated from Moody Bible Institute with a Diploma in Theology. He subsequently did a post-graduated study and was awarded certification in ‘Sermon Buildings” and “Church Growth”. In 1968 Pastor Rhaburn left Crooked Tree Village for the Stann Creek Valley Community to serve as pastor of both the Light of the Valley and Stann Creek Town Baptist Churches. He served in that district from 1968 to 1971. In 1971 he returned to Crooked Tree and resumed his position as pastor of the CT Baptist Church. He served in that capacity until his retirement in 1998. It is with great sadness and heaviness of heart that we announce the death of our beloved Pastor Owen Rhaburn. He wrestled long and hard with much pain and illness, and the Lord decided it was time to take him home. He passed away peacefully on December 23, 2011 at 7:30 p. m. with his loving wife Maggie Crawford Rhaburn at his side. He is now in a place of vast beauty, having passed through the valley of the shadow. He is survived by his wife Maggie Crawford Rhaburn. Son: Andrew Rhaburn Brothers: Cordel Rhaburn, and the the late Alvan Rhaburn, and Clinton Crawford. Sisters: Mrs. Emma Rhaburn Westby of Crooked Tree Village, Mrs. Isa Rhaburn Matthews of Miami, Florida, and the late Ms. Illa Rhaburn. He is also survived by 5 grand-children and a host of nieces and nephews. On Friday, December 30, 2011 the body will be borne by relatives and friends for funeral services at the Crooked Tree Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. with burial at the Crooked Tree Village Cemetery. Pastor Maurice Westby and Brother Joel Westby will be conducting the funeral sermon. SUNRISE: April 12, 1928 SUNSET: December 23, 2011 *********************************** |
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Personal Reflection on Pastor Owen Rhaburn by Tiffany Cadle Known to be as godfather and goddie Pastor Rhaburn and Miss Maggie Rhaburn have being the spiritual force behind my life. From the moment they set eyes on me Pastor Rhaburn and Maggie Rhaburn vows that they will be my godparents. Many people fail to realize what is the role of godparents, but these two individual have live up to the meaning of that word. They have loved me as a father and a mother love any child. The love I got from these two people was unconditional and the spiritual blessing is overwhelming. They were the ones who made sure that I had the presence of the lord in my life from the time I was able to get myself ready and use the bathroom on my own.Not having any kids of their own was of no issue to this loving couple. They had loved so many and help so many it was just as if they were the biological parents. Pastor Rhaburn was the father I never had, and where my mother would drop short, Miss Maggie was there to pick up.
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IN LOVING MEMORY OF ANDREA NICOLE ESTELL
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IN MEMORY OF JOHN HUBERT GILLETT, JR
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IN MEMORY OF GEORGE WALTER WADE The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? (Psalm 27:1) The Wade Family wishes to announce the passing of George Walter "Wally" Wade I of Crooked Tree Village, affectionately known to most as BraWally. He is survived by his loving wife, Vilma Flowers Wade, and eight children; six sons and two daughters. His sons are: Charles Wade of Orange Walk Town, David Wade of Isabella bank, Walter Wade II of Arizona-USA, Hugh Wade of Corozal Town, Fredrick Wade of Chicago-USA and Joshua Wade of Belize Daughters: Ruth Wade of Arizona-USA and Betty Wade Westby of Ladyville Village, Belize. Son-in-law: Reverend Maurice Westby of Ladyville Village, Belize Daughters-in-law: Claudette Wade, Gertrude Lanza Wade, Avril Codd Wade of Arizona-USA, Kendra Crawford Wade, Ramona Jones Wade of Chicago-USA, and Stacey Baizer Wade. Brothers: Claude Elliot Wade of New York, the late Hugh Wade of Crooked Tree Village, the late Rev. Rudolph Wade of Corozal Town, the late Wilword Wade of Belize City, and Denfield Wade of California. Sisters: Sylvia Diaz, Alice Flowers of New York, Claurice Anthony, He was also pre-deceased by his loving mother, Ellen Banner, and Pete "BraPete" Wade, his loving aunt, Rubena Banner Wade and his precious grandson, Malcolm Westby. He is also survived by 31 of grand-children, 20 great grand-children, nieces and nephews. Mr. Wally Wade was blessed with a long life and was cherished by his family and all his friends. There will be a wake on Friday, November 4th, at the Crooked Tree Community Center. The funeral will be held at the Wesleyan Missionary Church in Crooked Tree Village on Saturday, November 5th starting at 1:00 p.m. SUNRISE: October 20, 1930
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EDWIN "EDDIE" GILLETT
Edwin (Eddie) Gillett Jr., was born on December 26th, 1948 and died on October 5th, 2011, at the young age of 62. He was the son of Edwin Gillett Sr. and Maryann Westby Gillett, both deseased. His eldest brother, George, to whom he was very close, also died a few years ago. Eddie, who is nicknamed “Pumpkin” by most of his friends, is survived by his wife, Faye Perriott Gillett, and their two sons, Lydell and Lowell. He is also survived by his older brother, Donald, and youngest brother, Stephen “ Stebo” Gillett, and his four sisters, Burma Flowers, Gwendolyn Tillett, Elestine Gillett and Jennifer Wilkerson, as well as a number of nieces and nephews. Eddie was born in Crooked Tree Village and attended the Crooked Tree GovernmentSchool. He joined the Belize Police Force on May 1st, 1970 and graduated from thePolice Training School on November 1st that same year, with a marksman badge for shooting on the rifle range. He reported for Beat Duty at the Central Police Station inBelize City. He was well liked and admired in the Police Force. During a transitional period bent 0n improving the immigration image at the airport, he was assigned posts at the Police Headquarters and Quarter Master Departments in Belize City. Eddie came through as usual, and eventually worked his way up through the ranks to become the Chief Immigration Officer of Belize. He retired a few years ago and built a home in Crooked Tree Village where he and his family spent quality time among relatives and friends.
Eddie was also an outstanding sportsman, playing on the Police Cricket Team. He was the open pace bowler and a fairly good batsman as well. He even played cricket last Easter Sunday in an over fifty match-up game against the visiting Goldies Team fromLos Angeles and did very well. He also enjoyed playing a game of domino, joking and clowning around with his friends in his usual happy-go-lucky ways, always with a bright smile on his face. His favorite partner, Gilroy Nicholson, had just returned from vacationing in Belize, when Eddie arrived last week in Los Angeles to visit his brother, Steven. Gilroy who lived and worked for many years in Los Angeles was showing him around for the past few days. They were scheduled to go on another outing the day he died, but cancelled due to the heavy rain. L.A.P.D. Officer, Sheldon Nicholson, had a special dinner at his home for him on Saturday, October 1, and plans were for all of his colleagues and cricket buddies from Belize to meet and dine with him in Los Angeles.
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Memorial to Mark “The Fisherman” Hernandez
Thank you to Verna Adolphus and family, Joyce Adolphus, Dexter Nicholson, Rema Tillett Seely, Joe Crawford, Mrs. Hessie Codd, Suze Tillett, and her sister. Thanks also to Kenneth Bruce, Claro Quilter, Albert Tillett, and Tony Sutherland for preparing the grave site. I think it's an opportunity to remember the good things Mark did for us as a person in our community, and that's what we should focus on. He has lived in our village for more than 25 years providing fish for our tables, and was always a great storyteller. Then Jesus said these important words: "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies”. We must always remember this verse from St. Matthew; “A house, village, community, nation divided against itself will not stand”. I am so sorry Mark Hernandez. May you rest in peace and rise in glory!
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MRS. MAVIS IDOLLY BROWN TILLETT
Her funeral is scheduled for Sunday, October 2nd at 9:00 a. m. at the Crooked TreeBaptist Church in Crooked Tree Village. Rev. Lloyd Stanford of the Belize City QueenStreet Baptist Church will be moving his congregation to Crooked Tree for the funeral. SUNRISE:September 25, 1925 ********************************** |
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December 23, 1940 ~ June 11, 2011 Evangeline Washington was born in Crooked Tree, Belize, Central America on December 23, 1940 and later moved to California in 1972. She enjoyed a happy childhood as one of fifteen kids born to Efrem and Ena Wade (deceased). Dignity, elegance, courage, endurance, faith, hope, and strength are just some of the words that described Evangeline Washington. Everyone that knew her can attest to the fact that she was a woman who would never step out of the house without everything coordinated and totally in place. With all the challenges that she faced in her life, starting at a very early age, we watched as she overcame her handicaps and setbacks to pursue a full and independent life. Evangeline accepted Christ at Johnson Chapel AME in Santa Ana ~ she loved the Lord and knew him for herself. Evangeline Washington departed this life on June 11, 2011 in Anaheim, CA. Evangeline leaves to cherish her memories: One Daughter: Cynthia Brasley One Son: Reginald Rowley Five Granddaughters: Michelle, Mellisa, Linda, Phillipa, and Rosalind Three Grandsons: Jamie, Justin, and , Jovanni Three Great grand children: Kelan, Kaden, and Kelvin Three Sisters: Amy, Vecenie, and Elestine Four Brothers: Hector, Vinton, Ewing and Alexander Many Cousins, Nieces, Nephews and friends. “We will miss her MAY SHE REST IN PEACE” Funeral Services: June, 23, 2011 at 11:00 o’clock a.m. Johnson Chapel AME 1306 West Second Street Santa Ana, CA 92703 Forrest Lawn Memorial, Cypress, 2:15PM Internment ............................ At Forrest Ca. *********************************** |
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Ms. Celia was living in Crooked Tree Village for some time with common-law-husband, Hector Wade. Our deepest sympathy goes to his children, grand-children, brothers and sisters. Ms. Celia was a friend to many in Crooked Tree Village. May the Almighty comfort all who are mourning her loss. Velda Cecilia Hemsley also known as “Celia” was born in Belize City on December 23rd, 1939. She was born into a family of three sisters, Leola, Myrna and Dorla, and seven brothers, Earl, Lester, Lennox, Martin, Charles, Rayford and Raymond. Celia attended Ebenezer School and later began to work in various restaurants making delicious foods & pastries. Celia later had a family of her own, David, Steve, Janet, Maureen and Alida. Celia came to the U.S. around 1985 to be closer to her family. Celia lived a full life and was a support structure and provider for many. Celia had many passions, her fondest was for cooking and baking. If anyone was craving food from home, they just had to ask and she was willing to provide. Whether it was tarts or jam rolls “just call Ms Celia”, and she would make it for them. She also loved to party and have a good time. Where ever the party was she was there! She loved the Casino, state line, Morongo or Pachanga, they were her second home. Velda was a very loving mother, grand mother, great grand mother, sister and friend to everyone who knew her. While speaking to one of her grand children she said “grandma was the only grandma who you can go out with and party, and she would still get up and make fry jacks for you early in the morning no matter what time she got home.” Her dedication to her family was grand and the love shehad for others could not be matched. That type of person is one in a million. Although she is no longer in our presence, she remains in our hearts and will live on for all of eternity. We Love You Ms Celia! ***************************** |
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So He wrapped his arms around you, and whispered, "come to me." It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Ila Rhaburn, age 74 yrs of Belize City. She is predeceased by her two sons: Lloyd August Jr. and Mike Fabro; two brothers: Clinton Crawford Sr. and Alvan Rhaburn. She is survived by daughters: Mary Rhaburn-Mangar, Ethel Rhaburn, Alicia Fabro, Consuelo Fabro, Leticia Ford, Valerie Rhaburn and Brenda August-Leonard of FL, U.S.A. Sons: Andrew Rhaburn Sr. and Keith Ford. Sisters: Isa Matthew of FL, U.S.A. and Emma Westby of Crooked Tree Village Brothers: Rev. Owen Rhaburn and Cordell Rhaburn of Crooked Tree Village. She is also survived by 35 grandchildren and 15 great-grand children, many nieces and nephews. The body will be received at Central Assembly of God on Friday, October 22nd at 10:00am for funeral services at 11:00am. Following the funeral service a bus will be leaving for Crooked Tree Village where the body will be interred. Ms. Ila Rhaburn Sunrise: January 7th, 1936 Sunset: October 17th, 2010 ***************************** |
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We regret to announce the death of Annette Adolphus Estrada which occurred in Los Angeles, California on September 9th, 2010 Ms. Annette is the daughter of Walden Adolphus, and grand-daughter of the late Josiah Adolphus and Everilla Codd of Crooked Tree Village.
A private memorial is being held in her honor in Los Angeles, California on Saturday, September 18th, 2010, followed by a home coming celebration.
She will be sadly missed!!
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It is with a sad heart that we have to announce the sudden death of Diane Tillett Dawson which occurred this afternoon, April 10, 2010 in a traffic accident in the vicinity of Lemonal Village, Belize.
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"Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you..
Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not be afraid". (John 14:23) It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of: James Alexander Nehemaih Rhaburn, affectionately known as "Bra James". He is preceded by his parents 4 sisters and 2 brothers and wife Winifred Usher Rhaburn. He is survived by caregiver Therese Tillett, sister Adora Rhaburn, children; Ionie Wright, Evan Rhaburn, Norma Gillett, Wincy Rhaburn, Bernice Sutherland, Elswith Estell, James Rhaburn III, Genevieve Comber, Maridell and Faye Rhaburn, 31 grand-children and a host of great-grand and great-great-grand-children, relatives and friends. Viewing of the body will commence at 1:00 p.m. for funeral services at 2:00 p.m. at Crooked Tree Baptist Church on Friday March 26th, 2010. A bus will leave Pound Yard Bridge at 12:00 noon for those wishing to attend. Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power! Our condolences to the Rhaburn Family for the loss of Mr. James Rhaburn, he was 105 years old. God's Grace and Peace be with the family and friends! Mr. James was the oldest person in Crooked Tree Village and possibly Belize at 105 years old. |
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JAMES ALEXANDER NEHEMIAH RHABURN II
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The Crooked Tree Village Reunion Foundation, the Crawford and the Gillett families wish to announce the passing of a sister, aunt and friend, Wilda Idency Crawford.
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She was the daughter of Mr. Ewing Rhaburn of Crooked Tree Village, Belize and the late Caroline Crawford Rhaburn. Claris is survived by her husband Errol Flowers, three children- Wesley Flowers, Errolyn Crawford and Roselle Wilson. Five sisters- Delsey Rhaburn Buckhalter of California, Gertel Rhaburn of Ladyville, Belize, Rita Rhaburn Pope, Estelle Rhaburn Massiah and Myra Rhaburn of Belize City, Belize. Four brothers- Samuel Rhaburn, Ewing Rhaburn,Jr., Uriah Rhaburn, Pastor Delbert Rhaburn all of Crooked Tree Village, Belize and the late Wilfred "Shoodie"Rhaburn. Five grand-children- Sierra and Brandon Flowers, Nyrie and Gabriel Van Patten and Anna Crawford Viewing of the body- Wednesday, December 17, 2008 3p.m – 8pm at McKay’sSouth Bay Mortuary 3918 Marine Ave. Hawthorne Ca 90250 Funeral Service- Thursday, December 18, 2008 11:30a.m at University Seven Day Adventist Church 1135 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90037 Re-past will be at the church following the service. SUNRISE: August 11, 1950 SUNSET: December 11, 2008 ****************************** |
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The Crooked Tree Village Reunion Foundation, family and friends wish to announce the death of Theophillus Wellington Dawson, which occurred on October 10, 2008 in Los Angeles, California.
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The Crooked Tree Village Reunion Committee and the Wade and Leslie families wish to announce the untimely passing of Morlene Elizabeth Wade Leslie, which occured on 15th July, 2008.
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IN LOVING MEMORY: GREGORY JOHN GABRIEL: AUG 13, 1991-FEB 15, 2004
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