Lottie Edwards-Bishop (Aunt Lot) is a treasure to her children, other relatives and well-wishers. At the age of 100, she is able to recall past events in Barbados and highlights of the family history dating back decades; paint; do gardening and...
Laurine Gilkes was born in Farm Tenantry Road, St. Peter. The last of six children, she attended a private elementary school run by Cordy Rollock in the same parish; school fees were a penny a week. For many Barbadians in that era, there was limited education and...
Beryl Mabel Whitney was the “lady of the hour” when relatives and friends gathered at the home of her daughter, Lola Bynoe, where Beryl currently resides, to celebrate the special milestone on October 9. Governor General Dame Sandra Mason, who joined via...
Coral Harris was one of several post-war West Indian immigrants who journeyed to the United Kingdom on board the Monte Soriemento – one of the HM’S British Windrush line of vessels in search of better opportunities. Like most West Indians, the British winters proved...
Elsie Carrington had a sharp wit that belied her 100 years and was not afraid to speak frankly on any subject. On Sunday, September, 27, 2020 Elsie was the “lady of the hour” as Governor General Dame Sandra Mason, via Skype, joined relatives in the celebrations at No....
Orville Clarke made a name for himself as a shoemaker who specialised in creating various types of footwear, be it casual, formal or athletic. Born in Reed Street, St. Michael, Mr. Clarke was educated at Wesley Hall and St. Mary’s Boys’ Schools. On leaving...
