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Sylvia Carmen Aban Of: St. Paul’s, St. George’s

Passed away on: July 8, 2024

In Loving Memory of: Sylvia Carmen AbanOf: St. Paul’s, St. George’sPassed away on: Monday 8th July, 2024At the age of: 95She was the mother of: Wayne Jim Aban, Halman Aban in the USA, Alan Junior Aban Manager Owner of Aban Distrib...

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Jannette Yvonne McMeo of Windsor Forest, St. David

Passed away on: July 31, 2024

The death is announced of: Janette Yvonne McMeo also known as “Jackson”Of: Windsor Forest, St. DavidPassed away on: Wednesday 31st July, 2024She was the Mother of: Celius Andrews, Roschelle Alexander and Ryan AndersonGrand Mother ...

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Kimron Victor also known as “Patchie” of Windsor Forest, St. David

Passed away on: July 13, 2024

The death is announced of: Kimron Victor also known as “Patchie”Of: Windsor Forest, St. DavidPassed away on: Saturday 13th July, 2024At the Age of: 31He was the Son of: Meryl Victor and Raphael AntoineBrother of: Dwayne, Raysh...

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Matthew Devon Billy also known as “Billy” and “Sumba” Of: Mt. Reuil, St. Patrick

Passed away on: July 7, 2024

The death is announced of: Matthew Devon Billy also known as “Billy” and “Sumba”Of: Mt. Reuil, St. PatrickPassed away on: Sunday 7th July, 2024At the Age of: 60He was the Brother of: Ron Joseph, Rhonda Joseph-Hillaire, Bevin, ...

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Veronica Edna Maud John of Snell Hall, St. Patrick

1 Message

Passed away on: July 13, 2024

The death is announced of: Veronica Edna Maud JohnOf: Snell Hall, St. PatrickPassed away on: Saturday 13th July, 2024Age: 82She was the Mother of: Anthony John in Grenada, Larry John in Canada, Francis Bernard in England, Ann Bernard ...

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Elias Joseph also known as “Uncle Jim” Of: Byelands, St. Andrew who resided in Belmont and Springs, St. George and New York, USA

1 Message

Passed away on: July 27, 2024

The death is announced of: Elias Joseph also known as “Uncle Jim”Of: Byelands, St. Andrew who resided in Belmont and Springs, St. George and New York, USAPassed away on: Saturday 27th July 2024At the Age of: 78He was the Husband o...

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Sandra Marilyn Mitchell also known as “Aunty Sandra” of Mt. Nesbit, St. John

1 Message

Passed away on: July 21, 2024

The death is announced of: Sandra Marilyn Mitchell nee DuncanOf: Mt. Nesbit, St. JohnPassed away on: Sunday 21th July, 2024Age: 60She was the Daughter of: Mary Jane Duncan and Charles LewisHusband of: Emond Lewis-MitchellMothe...

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Jean Horsford of Mt. Rose, St. Patrick

1 Message

Passed away on: July 15, 2024

The death is announced of: Jean HorsfordOf: Mt. Rose, St. PatrickPassed away on: Monday 15th July, 2024At the age of: 78She was the mother of: Mirenda and Carl also known as “Chie”Grandmother of: Jordy and TamaraGreat gran...

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Ignatius Wilton Benjamin also known as “Coco” of Coast Guard, St. Mark

Passed away on: July 31, 2024

The death is announced of: Ignatius Wilton Benjamin also known as “Coco”Of: Coast Guard, St. MarkPassed away on: Wednesday 31st July, 2024At the Age of: 69He was the father of: Wildon Benjamin in the USA, Pastor Carlson Benjamin i...

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Rondell Crosby also known as “Little Beast” and “Beast" Of: Coast Guard, St. Mark

Passed away on: July 27, 2024

The death is announced of: Rondell Crosby also known as “Little Beast” and “Beast”- employee of the Grenada Airport Authority, Security DepartmentOf: Coast Guard, St. MarkWho passed away on: Saturday 27th July, 2024At the age of: ...

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David Williams also known as “Willie” of Simon, St. Andrew

2 Messages

Passed away on: July 25, 2024

The death is announced of: David Williams also known as “Willie”Of: Simon, St. Andrew- Past Teacher of Mt. Rose S.D.A Primary SchoolPassed away on: Thursday 25th July, 2024At the age of: 70He was the husband of: Merlyn Dorothy Wil...

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Vera Agnes Bartholomew of Morne Toute, St. George

Passed away on: August 16, 2024

The death is announced of: Vera Agnes BartholomewOf: Morne Toute, St. GeorgePassed away on: Tuesday 16th July, 2024Age: 80She was the Mother of: Eirla Andrews, Lera, Hazelann, Patricia, Bernadine, Rupert, Enis, Leslie and Leon William...

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Eleanor Pearl Radix also known as “Tantie” Of: New Hampshire who resided at Beaulieu, St. George

Passed away on: July 24, 2024

The death is announced of: Eleanor Pearl Radix also known as “Tantie”Of: New Hampshire who resided at Beaulieu, St. GeorgePassed away on: Wednesday 24th July, 2024Age: 93She was the sister of: Winston Murrell in CanadaSister-i...

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Verna Maudlyn Baldeo Of: Gouyave who resided in Loretto, St. John

1 Message

Passed away on: July 21, 2024

The death is announced of: Verna Maudlyn BaldeoOf: Gouyave who resided in Loretto, St. JohnPassed away on: Sunday 21st July, 2024Age: 91She was the Mother of: Stephanny Anozie, Judy Baldeo-Ince in Canada, Daniel Baldeo in Trinidad, In...

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1 Message

Passed away on: July 9, 2024

The death is announced of: Thomas Ifill Charles also known as “Man-Day” & “Charlo"Of: Willis who resided in Happy Hill, St. GeorgePassed away on: Tuesday 9th July, 2024Age: 76He was the Husband of: Marvis CharlesFather o...

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Passed away on: July 21, 2024

The death is announced of: Eslyn Elizabeth Licorish neé McDonald also known as “Esso” and “Ma Esso”Of: Mon Repos who resided at Vincennes, St. DavidPassed away on: Sunday 21st July, 2024Age: 90She was the Mother of: Alicia, A...

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Martin Septimus Paul also known as “Gayper” Of: Victoria, St. Mark

Passed away on: July 31, 2024

The death is announced of: Martin Septimus Paul also known as “Gayper”Of: Victoria, St. MarkPassed away on: Wednesday 31st July, 2024At the age of: 62He was the Father of: Marvin and Pauline in the USAGrand Father of: 4 in the...

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Passed away on: July 21, 2024

Passed away Sunday 21st July, 2024. At the age of 36. Funeral arrangements pending ................

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Passed away on: July 24, 2024

Passed away Wednesday 24th July, 2024. At the age of 84. Funeral arrangements pending ....................

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Christine Fraser of River Sallee, St. Mark who resided at Morne Fendue, St. Patrick

Passed away on: July 20, 2024

Passed away Saturday 20th July, 2024. At the age of 76. Funeral arrangements pending ......................

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Simon Darlington Charles also known as “Darlo” of Dimond Street, Victoria, St. Mark

Passed away on: July 22, 2024

Passed away Monday 22nd July, 2024. At the age of 69. Funeral arrangements pending ...............

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Barbara Mitchell also known as “Say Doon” of Florida, St. John who resided in Gouyave Estate, St. John

1 Message

Passed away on: July 24, 2024

Passed away Wednesday 24th July, 2024. At the age of 67. Funeral arrangements pending ..................

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Agnes Hinds also known as “Agnes Frank” of Birchgrove, resided at Sendall Street, Grenville, St. Andrew

2 Messages

Passed away on: July 28, 2024

Passed away Sunday 28th July, 2024. At the age of 85. Funeral arrangements pending ............

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Lester Peters of Gouyave, St. John

Passed away on: July 27, 2024

Passed away Saturday 27th July, 2024. At the age of 83. Funeral arrangements pending ...........................

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Passed away on: August 1, 2024

Passed away Thursday 1st August, 2024. At the age of 80. Funeral arrangements pending ..................

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Brenda Adolphus of Beaulieu, St. George

Passed away on: August 1, 2024

Passed away Passed away on: Thursday 1st August, 2024. At the age of 74. Funeral arrangements pending ..............................

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Cecil Joseph also known as “Russia” of Calliste, St. George

2 Messages

Passed away on: July 19, 2024

Passed away Friday 19th July, 2024. At the age of 78. Funeral arrangements pending .............

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Olive Magdalene Victor also known as “Ma Olive” of Windsor Forest, St. David

Passed away on: August 4, 2024

Passed away Sunday 4th August, 2024. At the age of 93. Funeral arrangements pending ............

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Passed away on: August 1, 2024

Passed away Thursday 1st August, 2024. At the age of 90. Funeral arrangements pending ..............

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Bertrand Joseph Edwards also known as “Pluto” of Grand Roy, St. John

1 Message

Passed away on: August 3, 2024

Passed away Saturday 3rd August, 2024. At the age of 59. Funeral arrangements pending ........................

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Who owns most of the funeral homes in the United States? ›

You may find it surprising that less than 80% of funeral homes in the U.S. are privately owned by families, individuals or small chains. Even more surprising is that more than 20% of all funeral homes in the country are owned by large corporations.

Who is the largest owner of funeral homes? ›

Service Corporation International is proud to be North America's leading provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services. Since 1962, SCI has been serving families during their most difficult, personal and challenging times.

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What is the oldest funeral home in America? ›

Bucktrout of Williamsburg is the oldest funeral home in America. Opened in 1759, Bucktrout began as cabinetmakers in Colonial Williamsburg. When neighbors and friends passed away, Benjamin Bucktrout and Anthony Hay would generously make wooden caskets and provide burial on the Bucktrout farm.

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What is the largest funeral home in the world? ›

Service Corporation International (SCI) is the largest funeral home company in the world, with a network of over 2,000 locations across the United States and Canada.

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What is the most expensive funeral in United States? ›

Ronald Reagan – $400 million

His casket was laid in the U.S Capitol for two days, and over 200,000 mourners came to pay their respects. The public funeral was held at Washington National Cathedral before a private burial in California. Reagan's funeral lasted a full 7 days. But that's not why it was so expensive.

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What is the largest expense for a funeral home? ›

Casket. A casket is often the most expensive item that factors into the average funeral cost.

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Is owning a funeral home profitable? ›

As with any business, owning a funeral home can be profitable, provided you practice good business habits. Death care is also considered a recession-proof profession, as funeral home spending remains relatively constant even during times of economic downturn.

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Who are the family who bought a funeral home? ›

The Addams family doesn't actually exist, but the Blumberg family in Dresden, Ontario, comes pretty close! The family behind the Discovery+ show We Bought a Funeral Home have shown the world their spooky side, turning an old funeral home into an incredible work of art.

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What is the longest a funeral home can keep a body? ›

If the human remains are properly preserved they can be stored for longer periods of time. In most cases, so long as the remains are properly refrigerated, funeral homes can store a body for a few days to a few weeks.

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What did funeral homes used to be called? ›

This American tradition of hosting funerals in the family parlor is the genesis of the term “funeral parlor.” In more wealthy homes, a false (death) door was place off the parlor. It led outside to remove a deceased family member.

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What is the oldest human cremation? ›

The first evidence of cremation in the archaeological record dates to 20,000 B.C. in Mungo Lake, Australia. In the Middle East and Europe, there is evidence of cremation as early as the Neolithic period (9500 B.C).

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Who is the richest funeral in the world? ›

1. Alexander the Great- $600 millionThis ancient Macedon king who presided over the largest empire in the world from the Ionian Sea to the Himalayas enjoyed the most expensive funeral till date. He passed away in 323 BC and was placed in Gold Casket and transported in a gold carriage pulled by 60 horses.

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What is the most famous funeral in the world? ›

Arguably the most memorable funeral in recent history is the funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales. The September 1997 ceremony is believed to have cost up to £5 million with approximately 1 million attendees. It's one of the most watched funerals ever, with an estimated 2.5 billion viewers worldwide.

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How many attended Princess Diana's funeral? ›

Though she was no longer a member of the royal family (following her divorce from then-Prince Charles in 1996), she received a ceremonial funeral that was attended by 2,000 people and watched by over 2 billion people worldwide.

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Who owns the most cemeteries in the United States? ›

Service Corp. International owns more funeral homes, cemeteries, and crematories than any other company in North America. At last count, the company operates 1,254 funeral service locations and 372 cemeteries in 43 states, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Germany.

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How many black-owned funeral homes are there in the United States? ›

In 2016, the annual revenue of the U.S. funeral industry amounted to about $14.2 billion; this being generated from 15,818 funeral homes, as well as crematoriums, cemeteries, and industry suppliers. Approximately 1,200 of these funeral homes are family-owned African American independent businesses.

What is the average cost of a funeral and burial in the United States? ›

The average funeral costs between $7,000 and $12,000. The viewing, burial, service fees, transport, casket, embalming, and other prep are included in this price. The average cost of a funeral with cremation is $6,000 to $7,000. These costs do not include a cemetery, monument, marker, or other things like flowers.