Remembering our mothers in heaven

May 12, 2024 News

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By: Davina Bagot

Kaieteur News – A mother’s love never dies. Even beyond the grave, her children can feel the warmth of her hugs and can hear her laughter on dull days. It is those lively memories, fresh in the minds of her children that keep her alive forever, in their hearts.

Today, as we celebrate moms, children young and old, remember the good days spent with their mothers when they were alive.

The Waterfalls spoke with a few brave persons who told the stories of their moms.

Sarah Wilson

Fifty-year-old Sarah Wilson of Grove, East Bank Demerara was killed in an early morning accident on her way to the Stabroek Market, in Georgetown. The mother of five was a hard worker, selling vegetables to help make ends meet for her family.

Marshelle McKenzie, the youngest child of Wilson said her mother enjoyed spending time with her family. “On birthdays she usually cooks something special so everyone can come together and have fun. She would be the one making silly jokes and have everyone laughing uncontrollably,” McKenzie told the Waterfalls.

The young lady recalled that when her mother became a grandmother, she was the happiest woman and went out of her way to show love for her six grandkids. The last dish, Marshelle got to make for her mom on Mother’s Day was pizza. This is her first Mother’s Day without her mom.

Barbara Bagot

Barbara Bagot, a 57-year-old mother of four lost her battle to cancer in February 2021. Daniele Henry, also the youngest child for Barbara told the Waterfalls that her mother was a giver. Barbara’s favourite time of the year was Christmas. She would usually be the first in her street to decorate and loved having the entire family over on special occasions. A teary Daniele recalled, “She always went out of her way to care for her grandchildren. I remember even when she was sick she would ask for her grandchildren to come over. She was always willing to help and give where necessary and this was evident even in her profession as a midwife. People came to her home anytime and she would assist however possible.”

Dropatie Ramdass

An old woman with a young heart; always ready for a new adventure until sickness got the best of her. These are the words that best describe Dropatie Ramdass, an 82-year-old who died in July 2023. Dropatie had six children and enjoyed spending time with her friends and family.

Anita Singh, the youngest child of Dropatie told the Waterfalls that her mom was a great cook. She remembers her mother relishing in sharing stories of her younger days, growing up in the countryside, catching fish, and enjoying large cups of cow’s milk.

“My mother liked cleaning and she loved to gyaff with us and her friends. Our conversations would go on for hours if I had the time on most days,” Anita said.

Marilyn Yong

The silver lining in a grey cloud. That’s how Christal Yong described her late mother, Marilyn Yong.

The strong, compassionate mother of three, lost her battle to breast cancer in July 2013.

“On days when she did not have to work, she spent quality time with her children- guiding them and sharing her experiences in life,” the young lady recalled.

Christal told this publication, “There are days when I was sick and she would sing melodious gospels to me, which makes me feel at peace. From the encouragement to read the Bible, and the shouts to “stop thieving sugar” she always makes a smile come out on one’s face in the hardest days. She was a woman of worth and strength.”

Sheila Baptist

Sheila Baptist was 54 years old when she died in an accident in 1999. Though this was some 25 years ago, James Baptist, the youngest of her four children, remembers that his mother was a great cook.

“She loved to cook at home and spend time with us. She used to like taking us out on special holidays like Easter and Mashramani. I miss everything about my mom. I was in fourth form when she died. She used to pick us up from school. I believe she really enjoyed spending time with us and spent more time with us than our father. She was like our best friend. I wish I could go back in time and spend more time with her. Her death was so sudden,” James said.

Shareen Allicock

Shareen Allicock, a mother of 10, was 56-years old when she died. Her daughter, Salilia Allicock described life without her as very difficult. “Sometimes I break down. She was everything to me and she will always be the light in my life. She was the most beautiful woman I ever know. She had a heart of gold, but life was not so good to her; it take her away too early. I wish every day that she could still be around,” the young lady sobbed.

She recalled that she used to text her mom daily and interact on video calls where her mom would remind her daily how much she loved her.

Salilia recalled that on Mother’s Day their home was filled with the warmth of family gathered for a home-cooked dinner. “Mom was the glue that held us together, with her love and faith binding us all,” she said.

 

 

 

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