Rupert Sydney Springer, mighty man of valour was born in Cave Hill, St. Lucy on Wednesday, March 8, 1916 – a leap year – in the middle of WWI (1914-1918). His parents were the late George Christopher – “Chrissie punga” Springer and Miriam E. Springer nee Richards....
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...
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...
Melvie Harewood was a disciplinarian who valued respect highly. She passed on these traits to her children and was not afraid to speak candidly on any subject. Raised in Beulah, St. Philip, Melvie attended Beulah School and reached seventh standard. She worked as a...
