Doris “Mumsie” Greaves worked all her life as a domestic. Two of the well-known families for whom she worked were Barbados’ first Governor General Sir John Stow as well as the Hassell family, distinguished for its exploits in seafaring. She was also...
Eureka Lewis loved baking and among her many treats were turnovers. However, she didn’t keep the skill to herself; she taught many in Emmerton Lane, St. Michael, where she spent her formative years. She was educated at St. Mary’s Girls’ School where she reached...
John Foster made a name for himself as one of this island’s Chief Sanitary Public Health Inspectors. Born in Belleplaine, St. Andrew, John was educated at St. Andrew’s Boys’ School, the Alleyne School and Harrison College; He worked as an apprentice druggist before a...
Lilian Williams was born in Bourne’s Village, St. George and went to school at St. Matthew’s School, Jackman’s St Michael. In her younger days, Mrs. Williams worked at various plantations in St. George before moving to Bibby’s Lane, St. Michael. While living in...
Icilma Marsh is still a fitness enthusiast at 101 years old. She goes to the Surfside Wellness Centre three times a week and is the darling of other gym enthusiasts who marvel at her still pedalling on the circuit bike. Born in Carters, St. John, Icilma attended...
