Gentle Rest Funeral Home

12/11/2025

We have been asked to announce the death of 43 year old Delbert Harve Darroux, also known as Delly or B.I.L of Petite Savanne, who resided at Bellevue Chopin.

He died on the 8th of November 2025 at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital.

Left to mourn:

Mother: Theresa Darroux

Children: Delisa and Deshaun Darroux.

Adopted daughter : Destiny

Uncles: Star, Wendel, Brian, Orilius and Mathias.

Aunts: F***y, Augustina.

God Parents: Ralph and Athenia.

Close cousins: Dr.Kenneth, Kurt, Dealon, Jefferson, Glenford, Brandon, Bevlon, Justin, Kishma, Kisha, Josiah, Kent, Nelson , Gartina, Babara, Dean Josephine, Mizzana , AL, Beryl, Talitha.

Other relatives and friends from Petite Savanne and Bellevue including the boys on the block , Davina and Ken.

Neighbors: Lucy Juispais, Wynant, and Dorie.

One godchild: Bella.

The funeral service of Delbert Darroux will take place at Petite Savanne Roman Catholic Church on Friday 14th November 2025. Viewing will be at 9:30 a.m., followed by the funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at Petite Savanne Roman Catholic Cemetery

11/11/2025

11/11/2025

We announce the death of 19 year old Jealonie Roykel Stevens of Warner, Better Known as “Karib”.

He died on Sunday October 5th in Guadeloupe.

He will be remembered by his

Mother: Decima Giselle Darroux

Father: Roy Stevens

Brothers: Jerrel Jules and Curnel Julien

Sisters: Jeaselle and Curjealle Julien

Grandmother: Eudillia Stevens and Angela Darroux

Grandfather: Martin Stevens

Adopted Mother: Sandra Rodney

Adopted Sisters: Jasmyah, Amelia & Jasmine Benjamin

Uncles: Julien, GlenRoy, Glen, Kelroy, Russel & Don

Aunties: Glenda and Elaine

Godmother: Hazzlyn Timothy

Grand Aunties: Sheryl, Charmaine, Elizabeth, Nora & Feralyn

Grand Uncles: Keith, Bevin, Augustus, Darius, Eldan & Mcdowell

Close Cousins - Niel, Ika, Jaylen, Nick, Rosie, Amanda, Nichole, Butler, Javid & Casimir

Close Friends - Trent, Jerin, Shane, Brent, AJ & Micah

Extended Family and friends from Warner, Mahaut and Kalinago Territory names too numerous to mention.

The funeral of the late Jealonie Roykel Stevens of Warner, better known as “Karib”will take place on Friday 14th November 2025 at the Truth & Grace Fellowship Global Church. The body will be viewed from 2:00p.m. Funeral Service will commence at 2:30p.m. followed by Internment at Roseau Public Cemetery.

07/11/2025

UPDATED DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT.

We regret to announce the death of 56 Year Old Rosemarie Esprit From Campbell, who resided in Seboulie, Massacre.

She Died On: November 1st, 2025

She will be remembered by her:

Son: Jerry

Common Law Husband: Cecil

Grand Children: Amirah And C.J

Brother: Astaphan

Sisters: Joan, Mariann

Daughter In Law: Sharlene

Nieces: Gin, Aniaha, Gina, Jenniaha, Amanda, Harissa.

Nephews: Cedrick, Mervel, Shekel, Luke, Jarvis

Aunts: Melis, Ameline

Brother In Law: Omer

Sister In Law: Clara

God Mother: Melise

Close Friends: Etlyn, Mimi, Zara, Alicia, Jackqueline, Casilda, Bernadette, Kem, Cassandra, Kenny, Jason, Whynant, Cecilia, Marcella, Augustina, Casie, Cassanie Laville, Dr. V. Wade.

Other family members and friends are too numerous to mention.

The body of the late Rosemarie Esprit will be viewing at 1:00 P.M. at the Goodwill Christian Union Church On Monday 17th November 2025. Funeral service begins at 1:30 P.M followed by interment at the Roseau Public Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Gentle Rest Funeral Services.

06/11/2025

In loving Memory of Vincent A. Robinson of Marigot resided at Louisville.

Funeral arrangements will be given in a subsequent announcement.

05/11/2025

We announce the passing of Felix Stoute, also known as “Felise”, “Japs” or “Felo”, age 69 of Good Hope, who resided at San Sauveur.

He was a Fisherman. He died on Thursday, 2ndth October, 2025 at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital.

He will be remembered by his:

Mother: Leonie Stoute

Wife: Valentine Stoute

Mother-In-Law: Justin Newton

Children: Anderson Stoute, Catherine Stoute, Valcina Stoute, Joy Stoute, Britney Stoute, & Felix De’quan Stoute

Daughter-in-Law: Marcia Robin-Stoute

Brothers: Linus Flerin, Alfred Stoute, Andrew Stoute & Tyrelle Stoute

Sisters: Lucy Jn Baptiste, Rosie Stoute, Pauly Durand, Roma Stoute & Felesia

Adopted Children: Decima Dangleben, Rayan Stoute, Baptiste Stoute, MarJa Stedman, Alison Samuel, Kishma Belgrave & Ishmael Lewis

Grand-children: Serlyn Jeffery, Nolan Jeffery, Kaiden Jeffery, Aria Stoute, Arion Stoute, Akira Stoute, Kahlil Durand, Kaizen Stoute & Shadae Stoute

Uncles: John Felenor Mingo & Albert

Aunts: Andrina Vigilante & Leotha Daughter Clark

God Children: Nigel Yoni Smith, Lynn Simon Theophille, Rayan Stoute, Baptiste Stoute, Cynthia Lawrence, Randy Laudat, Andy Sanderson, Alburn Newton, Marley Burkett, Dilia Durand, Jermina Sebastien, Analine Eustace, Niron Newton, Nickson Durand & Opsti

Sisters-in-Law: Sylvia Tonge, Jennifer Darroux, Marilyn Hypolite, Cornelia Fontain, Pierrer Florent, Joanese Hypolite, Gertrude Hypolite, Gertrude “baby” Hypolite, Millie Bonnie, Sonia Hypolite, Justina Ferrol, Janet, Hyacinth Paul, Francillia, Raha Austrie, Octavia Tyson, Eartha James, Princess Hypolite, Jeanna Joseph, Ivona, Rosilia Dawson, Francess Durand, Slyvesia Sanderson & Angel Hypolite

Brothers-in-Law: Clifford James, Wilson James, Kenworth James, Nickel Prince, David Hypolite, Charlie Hypolite, Justinian Hypolite, Tibbs Hypolite & Davis Hypolite

Many Nieces and Nephews, including: Joanne Guiste, Lisa Jn Bapatiste, Jasmine Jno Baptiste, Hilton Jno Baptiste, Kerwin Emmanuel, Ryan Emmanuel, Charleen Emanuel, Rosette Emanuel, Joshua Durand, Elijah Durand, Elizabeth Durand, Maria Durand, Tabitha Durand, Kate Labassiere, Michellen, Annie, Monique, Sebastien, Obew‘, Marlin Durand, Nickson Durand, Dawin Durand, Zethrin Durand, Menakim Labassiere, Mohammid Labassiere, Earleen Labassiere, Estella Labassiere, Linton Flerin , Lincoln Flerin, Leandra Flerin, Leroy Flerin, Alexander Stoute, Andra Stoute, Rayan Stoute & Nickie Stoute

Many other relatives and friends, including: The Stoute, Vigilant, Durand, Toussaint & Mingo families, and the communities of Good-Hope, San Sauveur, Petite Soufriere, La Plane, Marigot, Kalinago Territory & Petite Savanne, Hon, Octavia Alfred, Nurses and staff of the Imray ward & other family and friends too numerous to mention.

The funeral of the late Felix Stoute will be held on Saturday, 8th November, 2025 at the San Sauveur Catholic Church at 2:30 PM followed by Interment at the San Sauveur Catholic Cemetery.

05/11/2025

We are saddened to announce the death of 80-year-old Celestine Bruno Lawrence, Of Warner.
She died on: November 2nd 2025.

Funeral arrangements will be given in a subsequent announcement.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO GENTLE REST FUNERAL SERVICE INC.

03/11/2025

Happy 47th Independence, Dominica! 🇩🇲

The Management and staff of Gentle Rest Funeral Services, takes this moment to celebrate the love, unity, and resilience that make our island so special. As we reflect on our journey as a people, may our hearts be filled with gratitude, pride, and hope for a brighter tomorrow.

With love and respect

The Gentle Rest Family

30/10/2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Ju’wan Warner of Glanvillia, Portsmouth, Dominica.

He died on September 26th 2025.

He left to mourn his:

Mother: Regina Francois.

Father: Reynold Warner.

Sisters: Jeannell, Kerry, Nicaise, Nikisha, Kaylisha.

Brother: Thanayel.

Uncles: Hamlet, Mark, Luke, Avereste, Francis, Andrew.

Aunts: Alice, Marvelyn, Manuella, Petra, Bernardine, Mavis, Irma George.

Nephews: DheJuan, Kenaan, RaJ.

Nieces: Keirel, Keyra, Adannaya.

Cousins: Hermia, Lisha, Tisha, Jefferson, Meriah, Thomas, Andre, Kervin, Semione, Dave, Carlyn, Miguel, Juwan, Frank, Ken, Marcus, Darren and many others too numerous to mention.

Special Mentions: Mr. Mark George, Ms. Joan Ceasar, Andrina, Angela, Nyla, Glen, Angel, Don, Nalda, Julia, Joane, Jean Marie Codrington, Father Paul, Bethude Azille, Staff of Gospel Light Christian Academy, Staff of Roosevelt Douglas Primary School and the prayer group of Olivet First Baptist Church.

The funeral of our beloved Ju’wan Neon Warner will be held on Saturday November 8th, 2025 at the Reconciliation and Deliverance Ministries, Glanvillia, Portsmouth. Service will begin at 10:00 a.m. Followed by interment at the Chance Public Cemetery.

30/10/2025

It is with profound sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Ann Roseline Isaac (née Dorsett), better known as “Mezeh Ann or Ma Luke” aged 87. She died at her residence in Anse-Sol-Dat on October 10, 2025.

She died on: October 10, 2025.

🕊️ Preceded in Death By:

Her husband: Luke Isaac
Her children: Jane Isaac, Janette Isaac Prince, Cyril Isaac.

She Leaves to Mourn:

Sons (4): Justin (Renix) Carriere – St. Maarten, Etienne Laplume, Anthony Isaac & Bernard Isaac – Dominica

Daughters (3): Bernadette Isaac VanWindt – St. Maarten, Martha Wilma Isaac & Alifia “Ali” Isaac – Dominica

Grandchildren (25): Natasha Carriere and Amy Van Windt – St. Maarten, Marius Daniel – Royal Anguilla Police Force, Marthius & Marvin Daniel, Kluivert Charles – Dominica, Annia Carriere Young – USA, Shikel, Mervil, Luke, Jarvis Isaac – Dominica, Sherwin “Fucian” Prince, Patrickson Prince – Dominica Fire Service, Sherma Prince – Teacher at NECS, Tevin Ackie, Dev Tonge – Dominica, Madine Isaac, Bernisha Isaac – Dominica, Johanna – Marie-Galante, Lucie Nocandy – Guadeloupe, Rahil St. Claire, Annique and Christine Felicité – Dominica, Bernard & Rudolph Gloriere – France.

Great-Grandchildren (36), including: Darvin, Dante, Marlick, Marlicka and Marlickson Daniel, Kdel & Neveah Charles, Zaiden, Jayceon, Zaheem, Sajid Prince, Annaella, Yolani, Mernayia, Meric & Loic Isaac, Jayden, Alisha and Adrian Thomas, Delphia Nocandy, Déyannie Tavernier, Akaila & Lexanne Alexis.

Son In-Law: Frenky Van Windt – St. Maarten.

Daughters-in-law: Maureen Carriere – St. Maarten, Martina & Marianne Isaac – Dominica.

Siblings:

Brothers: Manuel Toussaint – Marie-Galante and Mystair Dorsett – St. Martin.

Sisters: Mary Victor & Edith “Popot” Russel – Dominica.

Uncles: Viannie & Lawrence George – Vielle Case.

Aunt: Margaret Gumbs – England.

In-laws: Yvonne Matthew & family, Nora Laville & family, Eugenia Isaac & family, Children and families of the late Justin and Julien Isaac, Children and families of the late Henrietta Isaac, Clara Anthony, May May Bridget.

Godchildren (2): Marius Daniel, Davis Carbon “Leelum”

Many Nieces including: Cherilyn Dorsett – England, Janet & Claudia – Dominica, Ann-Marie – Marie-Galante, Jacklyn – Guadeloupe
Many Nephews including: Moses Brumant, Johnny, Josiah – Dominica, Elroy – Guadeloupe, Curtis – Marie-Galante, Roy “Pepesh.”

Caregivers: Sandra Charles Carriere, Alifia & Wilma Isaac.

Numerous Cousins (here & abroad) including: Maudelyn & family – Penville, Children and families of the late René Peters, Children and families of Pau Paul and Annie.

Best Friend: Theresa Sylvain - USA.

Close Friends & Relatives: Diana Elizé, Mandy, Mishara Cadet, Andy Ackie, Patrick Prince, Alva Lochart, Meredith Celestine, Joseane Alexis, Tyson Adam, Joanna Paul, Diggs family, Roy Thomas & family, Lybert Dyrample, Rosa James, Gina Sorinhdo, Alisha St. Claire, Joanne Thomas, Gail Graham.

Other Cherished friends and relatives, here and abroad, including: The Charles and Laplume family, Bethelmie and Bannis family, Carriere and Honore family, Dorsett and George family; Lucine Victor & family; Eileen Celestine & family; Pamela John-Lewis; Clavia & Alice Adam, Helena Wallace, Daniel Francois, Rosenett, Elizabeth Royer; Fe, Alie, Ermine; Nurse Vivian, Nurse Chervelle; Nadia Paul; Doctors of Anse-de-Mai district; the Francios, Sylvain and Jacob families – Anse-Sol-Dat; Euticus Fabien; Matthew Walters; Agnesia; Yes We Care program members; Pharmacist Dorine; Victoria; and the communities of Bense, Anse-de-Mai, Anse-Sol-Dat, Vielle Case, Penville, Paix Bouche, Dos Dane, Marigot, Portsmouth, and Thibaud.

The funeral of the late Ann Roseline Isaac (née Dorsett) will be held on November 8, 2025, at the Anse-De-Mai Roman Catholic Church, Viewing: 1:00 PM. Mass Commences at: 2:00 PM, Followed by Interment at: La Croix Public Cemetery.

There will be a wake on November 7th from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at her residence. The family kindly requests that there be no gathering following the funeral. Your understanding and respect are deeply appreciated.

May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her memory continue to live on in the hearts of all who loved her.

29/10/2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Fernanda Giraudel (née Stedman) of Case O' Gowrie, La Plaine, who departed this life at her residence on October 20, 2025, at the age of 72.

She is survived by her children: Beverley, Ethlyn, Elon Giraudel, Myrtle Massicot and Carolyn Joseph.

Stepdaughter: Sherma

Grandchildren: Mellisa, Jamie, Kim, Ryerson, Adelle, Dernee, Aldon, Devon, Derrell, and Shanice

Great-grandchildren: Kadie, Resha, Kiara, Jazz, Athena

Sisters: Alexandrina, Augustina, Julietta and Netty

Brothers: Cyril and Clarence

Godchildren: Gareth, Vank

Sons-in-law: Daniel, Lazarous, Dean

Sisters-in-law: Andrea, Felixia, Jennifer

Brothers-in-law: Vernon, Franklin, Charles, Cyrus.

Nieces and Nephews: James, Winston, Nadalie, Marlyn, Maureen, Deborah, Yvonne, Jessy, Suzanna, Ashlyn, others too numerous to mention.

Close relatives: Anastasie, Tina, Randolph, Skeffington, Sylvia, Helen, Theresa, Derrick.

Close friends: Patsy, Myrtle, Shirley, Adrianna, Vern, Jayson, Rudolph.
Members of the Laronde, Stedman, Giraudel, Laudat, and Barry families.

The funeral service will be held at the La Plaine Roman Catholic Church on Friday, November 7, 2025.
Viewing: 2:30 pm.
Funeral Service: 3:00 pm.
Followed by interment at the La Plaine Roman Catholic Cemetery.