Dorothy Elaine Cumberbatch’s strong maternal instincts came to the fore before she had her own children. The eldest of ten siblings, Aunt Elaine as she was affectionately referred to, helped her parents to raise them, often imparting advice to help steer her...
Viola Haynes was born in Parish Land, St. Philip in 1913 and was a housewife, an accomplished organist and caregiver at Sam Lord’s Castle. She married DaCosta Bindley Haynes and had three children. Viola was a member of the Christian Mission Church where she held many...
Nesta Loretta Harding sang alto in the Church of God, Silver Sands, Christ Church choir until age 85 and can still hold the key. The cheerful centenarian, who still hums, claps and dances to well-loved hymns, was born in Sayes Court, Christ Church and went to school...
Marielot Coppin grew up in St. Matthias Christ Church, and attended St. Matthias Girls’ School. Ms. Coppin worked as a domestic until the age of 80. Nephew Jeffrey Coppin recalled his aunt as one who was peaceful, kept to herself and got along with everyone....
Lawrence Gertrude Hewitt grew up in Mayers Corner, St. Joseph but lived most of her life at Alkins Road, Carrington Village, St. Michael. She received her early education at Clifton Hall School. Later in life, she worked as a domestic at various private homes....
Enid Frederick was a strict disciplinarian who ensured that her children and grandchildren were on the “straight and narrow path.” Frederick, a hawker, sold several tasty treats in Speightstown, St. Peter and to the students at the Coleridge and Parry School....
