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Johanna Martina Henrietta

It is with deep sadness in our hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Mother in law and friend

Johanna Martina Henrietta


Sunrise: October 1st 1919 ~ Sunset: September 19, 2009

She leaves to mourn her:

Daughters: Annie Gumbs- Martina (St.Maarten)
Marjorie Martina                   “
Mirelva Jonis- Martina            “
Sons: Marcial, Richard, Ruthney & Cedric Martina (Curacao)
Sons in law: Thorton (Amos) Gumbs (St. Maarten)
Wilfred Jonis (St. Maarten)
Ceasar Zimmerman (Curacao)
Daughters in law: Magda, Geralda, Sharine & Gladys Martina (Curacao)
Irene Martina Akkeeman (Netherlands)
20 grandchildren
16 Great-grandchildren
Sisters in law: Lucia Henrietta
Many special nieces, nephews and cousins too numerous to mention.
She was related to the Martina, Henrietta, Gumbs, Jonis, Roache, Maria, Tesoida, Meulens, Zimmerman, Niewman & Vlaun Families.
She also leaves to mourn the congregation of the Jehovah Witness’ in St. Maarten, Curacao and abroad.
Special thanks to the District Nurses, Nurse Jacky Webster and Dr.Angela Arrindell.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday 23rd September, 2009 at The Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall in Cay Hill. Viewing will be from 2:00pm to 2:30pm Service will commence at 2:30pm.


May Her Soul Rest in Peace

 

 

 

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