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Mikey Telpha Duke also known as “Mikey Thorne” of Seamoon, St. Andrew

Passed away on: June 30, 2024

The death is announced of: Mikey Telpha ThorneOf: Simon, St. AndrewPassed away on: Sunday 30th June, 2024Age: 86He was the Father of: Kingston, Nola, Hermie and LambieStep Father of: Theresa also known as “Hazelanne”, Claudett...

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Cleveland Bolah also known as “Sweeto” of Diego Piece, St. Mark who resided in Milton keens, London, England

Passed away on: July 14, 2024

The death is announced of: Cleveland Bolah also known as “Sweeto”Of : Diego Piece, St. Mark who resided in Milton Keens, London EnglandWho passed away on: Sunday 14th July, 2024 in London, EnglandAge: 72Father of: 4Brother of:...

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Ann Greselda Regis also known as “Tanty Jem” of Trinidad, who resided at Crochu, St. Andrew

Passed away on: July 26, 2024

The death is announced of: Ann Greselda Regis also known as “Tanty Jem”Of: Trinidad, who resided at Crohu, St. Andrew - A well known SeamstressDeparted this life on: Friday 26th July, 2024At the Age of: 73She was the Mother of: Ch...

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Cherelin Alexander of Mt. Craven, St. Patrick

Passed away on: July 26, 2024

The death is announced of: Cherelin AlexanderOf: Mt. Craven, St. PatrickPassed away on: Friday 26th July, 2024At the age of: 53She was the daughter of: Denise AlexanderMother of: Chris and Nikita AlexanderGrandmother of: Peter...

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Passed away on: July 24, 2024

The death is announced of: Anora Rebecca Charles also known as “Cousin Anora” & “Ms. Charles”Of Seaview, CarriacouPassed away on: Wednesday 24th July, 2024At the age of: 93She was the mother of: Tony also known as “Chase...

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Passed away on: July 14, 2024

The death is announced of: Denzil Augustine George also known as “Den Den & Condemner”Of: Munich, St. Andrew - Former member of the Catholic MensLeaguePassed away on: Sunday 14th July, 2024Age: 92He was the father of: Gemma,...

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Linda Chateau of: Morne Lougue, St. Andrew

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Passed away on: July 18, 2024

The death is announced of: Linda Chateau also known as “Fatty”Of: Morne Longue, St. AndrewPassed away on: Thursday 18th July, 2024Age: 66She was the mother of: Laurice Thomas, Anthony, Lincoln in Barbados, Winston and Davis Chaste...

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Raulda Andall neé Swan also known as “Miss Raulda” of Rose Hill, St. Patrick who resided at Birchgrove, St. Andrew

Passed away on: July 21, 2024

Remembering the life of: Raulda Andall neé Swan also known as “Miss Raulda”Of: Rose Hill, St. Patrick who resided at Birchgrove, St. AndrewEntered into rest: Sunday 21st July, 2024At the Age of: 73Close and dear friend of: Nevill...

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Martin Osbert Mark also known as “Peas-man” of Non Pariel, St. Mark

1 Message

Passed away on: July 21, 2024

The death is announce of: Martin Osbert MarkOf: Non Pariel, St. MarkPassed away on: Sunday 21st July, 2024Age: 69He was the brother of: Elsa Mark, Linda John, and Osband and Jude MarkNephew of: Doreen Williams, and Eslyn who resid...

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Agatha Sylvester also known as “Bibbles” of Mardigras, St. David

Passed away on: July 22, 2024

The death is announced of: Agatha Lessey Sylvester also known as “Bibbles”Of: Mardigras, St. DavidPassed away on: Monday 22nd July, 2024At the Age of: 89She was the mother of: Mary Lessey, Augustus Lessey also known as “Ga-gi”...

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Uniza Frederick of Coast Guard, St. Mark

Passed away on: July 17, 2024

The death is announced of: Uniza FrederickOf: Coast Guard, St. MarkPassed away on: Wednesday 17th July, 2024Age: 84She was the mother of: Davis, Stephen, Arthur, Terry, Glena and DesmondGrandmother of: Ria, Patrice, Kerry, Kevin, ...

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Ellaline Phillip also known as “Ello” of Bonair, St. Mark

Passed away on: July 16, 2024

The death is announced of: Ellaline Phillip also known as “Ello” and “Ella”Of: Bonair, St. MarkPassed away on: Tuesday 16th July, 2024Age: 94She was the Mother of: Everod Bonaparte, Joy Morris, Frederick, Maureen, Bridget, and...

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Bernadette Teresa Alexander also known as “Bernie” and “Mommy Burns” of Madeys, St. Patrick

1 Message

Passed away on: June 30, 2024

The Death is announced of: Bernadette Teresa Alexander also know as “Bernie and Mommy Burns”Of: Madeys, St. PatrickPassed away on: Sunday 30th June, 2024Age: 58She was the Wife of: Carlton Alexander also known as “Super”Mo...

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Radix Banfield of Telescope, St. Andrew

Passed away on: July 7, 2024

The death is announce of: Radix Banfieldof: Telescope, St. Andrew- Former Employee of Government of GrenadaPassed away on: Sunday 7th July, 2024At the age of: 75He was the husband of : Agnes BanfieldFather of: Cindy Banfield James...

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Anthony Johnson also known as “Patsa”, “LaBeau” and “DeGale” of Belle Vue, St. George

1 Message

Passed away on: July 20, 2024

The death is announced of: Anthony Johnson also known as “Patsa”, “LaBeau” and “DeGale”Of: Belle Vue, St. GeorgePassed away on: Saturday 20th July, 2024At the Age of: 87He was the Brother of: Rupert DeCoteauUncle of: E...

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Claribel Ollivierre also known as “ Ms. Clarie Of: Briggs Alley, Green Street, St. George’s who resided in Westerhall Point, St. David

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Passed away on: July 26, 2024

The death is announced of: Claribel Ollivierre also known as “ Ms. Clarie”Of: Briggs Alley, Green Street, St. George’s who resided in Westerhall Point, St. DavidWho passed away on: Friday 26th July, 2024Age: 90She was the wife o...

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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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David Williams of Simon, St. Andrew

1 Message

Passed away on: July 25, 2024

Passed away Thursday 25th July, 2024. At the age of 70. 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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Kimron Victor also known as “Patchie” of Windsor Forest, St. David

Passed away on: July 13, 2024

Passed away Saturday 13th July, 2024. At the age of 31. 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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Jannette Yvonne McMeo of Windsor Forest, St. David

Passed away on: July 31, 2024

Passed away Wednesday 31st July, 2024. At the age of 71. 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 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: August 19, 2024

Passed away Thursday 1st August, 2024. At the age of 78. Funeral arrangements pending .............

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

Most funeral homes are privately owned, and increasingly, more funeral homes are owned by large corporations. Service Corporation International, the largest death-care corporation in the country, owns and operates more than 1,400 locations in North America and brought in more than $4 billion in revenue in 2023.

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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.

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.

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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Who makes the most money in a funeral home? ›

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Funeral Director. Salary range: $52,500-$76,000 per year. ...
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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.

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What is the largest expense for a funeral home? ›

The most expensive part of a funeral is typically the basic services fee of a funeral home. The median cost of basic services fees is about $2,300. If you choose a traditional funeral and burial, your highest cost will likely be a metal casket. Metal caskets can cost around $2,500.

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Are funeral directors wealthy? ›

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for funeral home managers is $72,110 per year (as of May 2022). The median annual salary for morticians, undertakers, and funeral arrangers was $51,570 that same year.

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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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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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Where is the oldest grave in America? ›

According to archaeologist Larry Lahren of Livingston, a two-year-old child and dozens of stone artifacts were buried together by late ice-age hunters 11,000 years agoat the base of a rocky bluff along a bend in the upper Shields River.

What is the most famous funeral ever? ›

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 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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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.

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 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.

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What state do funeral directors make the most money? ›

This map shows the states in the United States shaded by average wage for Morticians, undertakers, & funeral directors. During 2022, the states that concentrated the best average annual wage were New Hampshire ($137,635), Hawaii ($103,700), and New York ($87,686).

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