Olga Boyce was born in Parris Village, St. Joseph. She was a pupil of St. Joseph’s Girls’ School. Like many girls in her era, Olga worked as a domestic in private homes across Barbados until she retired. Ms. Boyce was never married but had two children,...
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....
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....
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....
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...
