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George Washington Clarke, Rest Easy
Merry Christmas from LVRDF-Annual Christmas Treat 2022
Merry Christmas from LVRDF-Annual Christmas Treat 2022
Earlier this month, we said goodbye to George Washington Clarke, affectionately known as "Laddy" or "Wanda". May he rest in peace 1952-2023.
Merry Christmas from LVRDF-Annual Christmas Treat 2022
Merry Christmas from LVRDF-Annual Christmas Treat 2022
Merry Christmas from LVRDF-Annual Christmas Treat 2022
Very recently, some LVRDF members distributed the Annual Christmas treat to the elderly and those unable to access basic necessities. This is a crucial program driven by our membership dollars. Please find out more by taking a closer look at our website.
This is one of the many ways membership benefit “The Village”. We’d like to thank the volunteers/members who made this program happen this year: Mr. Carrol (Rash) Davis , Miss Gloria Wolley, Mrs. Jannett Jallum, Mrs. Veronica McKay, Miss Maureen Jones, and Miss Shellyann Morgan. Have a Happy and Blessed Christmas! May you have a New Year filled with opportunities. Please continue to stay safe.
*Additional pictures will be displayed in the “Photos of the Village” album on our website.
Congrats Cherokee Young on Silver!
Merry Christmas from LVRDF-Annual Christmas Treat 2022
We are proud of you Cherokee! Lluidas Vale to the world!
Cherokee and her teammates achieved a silver medal in the 4x4 relay.
We are proud of you Cherokee! Lluidas Vale to the world!
We are proud of you Cherokee! Lluidas Vale to the world!
We are proud of you Cherokee! Lluidas Vale to the world!
Congrats to Cherokee Young on her sponsorship with Puma! We wish her all the best in the World Athletic Championship where she will represent Jamaica in the 400 m event. The WAC Will be held from July 15 to 24 2022. We are very proud.
Congratulations Young Graduate!
We are proud of you Cherokee! Lluidas Vale to the world!
Congratulations Young Graduate!
We are pleased to congratulate 11 year old Jordon Patience from Lluidas Vale Primary School on his graduation. LVRDF is happy to have helped him celebrate and acknowledge his Primary School achievements. It is due to your donations that this is possible. We wish him all the best on his academic journey.
From Lluidas Vale to Milwaukee
We are proud of you Cherokee! Lluidas Vale to the world!
Congratulations Young Graduate!
Valeite Dwight Jackson is Owner and Head Chef at Pepperpot restaurant in Milwaukee and his success has him expanding with another location! Congratulations on his success. Read about his expansion plans in the article link below.
Perseverance and Courage Wins
Valeite Success - Investing in the future of electric vehicles
Valeite Success - Investing in the future of electric vehicles
Read this inspiring story of Lasania Rodney in the Jamaica Beacon.
Valeite Success - Investing in the future of electric vehicles
Valeite Success - Investing in the future of electric vehicles
Valeite Success - Investing in the future of electric vehicles
Carey Escoffery is paving the way in Jamaica with the availability of electric powered vehicles. He has roots in Lluidas Vale as his father was born and bred there. Congrats and good luck Carey! We are proud of you.
Pictured: Carey (far left) and team with the Canadian High Commissioner to Jamaica Emina Tudakovic.
Valeite Success Story
Valeite Success - Investing in the future of electric vehicles
Valeite Success Story
We are proud to highlight the success of another Valeite. Lisa Reid, the daughter of long time LVRDF supporter Errol Reid has been chosen to head the specialty practice of Endocrine Surgery at Cooper University Health Care. We hope Lisa Reid’s success will inspire other young people to reach for the stars. This specialization will especially help those suffering with diabetes or hyperthyroidism among other ailments. Congratulations Lisa !
Ms. Nathalie Tribute
Ms. Nathalie Tribute
Valeite Success Story
Ms. Nathlee Jones 1932-2021
Our beloved Village of Lluidas Vale has lost another one of its most loyal citizen.
Ms. Nathlee Jones passed away on September 25,2021; she surely will be sadly missed by the community.
Ms. Nathlee came from a family of educators. Her mother Ms. Will was a school teacher, she conducted one of two infant schools (kinder garden as it is called today) in the Village during the late forties, early fifties and sixties; where most kids of my generation received their early education. Ms. Will was also a music teacher.
Ms. Nathlee was also an elementary school teacher.
At the Anglican Church, she was a lay reader, rector’s warden, assistant treasurer, and a Sunday school teacher. She also served as a Justice of the peace in the Village for many years.
Her three sisters Millicent, Barbara and Elsa were also school Teachers at some time in the Village.
Ms.Nathlee was also a popular eulogist; she would attend most funerals in the Village and deliver the most eloquent eulogy when asked. Most times she had intimate knowledge of the bereaved family, since Lluidas Vale is a closely knit community.
She was a family friend, our Mother and she, served the Anglican Church for over seventy years. When our Mother passed away, she did a tribute to her; she captured her entire life with her choice of words and eloquent expressions.
On behalf of our Lluidas Vale Rehabilitation & Development Foundation members here in Canada, we extend our sincere condolences and sympathies to Nathlee Jones family. We will be forever grateful, for her service to the community.
May her soul rest in peace, and may the angels sing and dance on her arrival.
Tim
LVRDF Mask Project
Ms. Nathalie Tribute
LVRDF Mask Project
*Please see additional pictures under
“ Photos of the Village”
Hi Everyone,
Attached are some of the pictures, showing the small project of masks distribution in the Village.
A big thank you to Panchie (Veronica Johnston) for sourcing the 150 masks (children and adults) and arrange for shipment via New York to Jamaica, with the help of her niece in NY. In spite of the difficulty at this time, due to the pandemic we were able to get them to the Village.
A shout out also to Gilbert on the ground in the Village, Panchie's brother, and Nurse Merlin Mc Dermoth for the distribution throughout the Village. The entire amount is not yet distributed, it is still ongoing, by all reports individuals are grateful for this kind gesture.
This is your Lluidas Vale RDF organization at work, making a difference in small ways.
Much Blessing,
Tim
President’s Report
2019
I know I am late with my annual report (2019). This year 2020 is so devastating with this pandemic, that most aspect of daily living has been affected.
In-spite of all this disruption our organization was able to full fill our annual mandate, which is helping residents in our beloved Village community of Lluidas Vale.
Our annual two fundraising ventures were successful as in past years.
Because of our dedicated members, and committee members we were able to raise some much needed funds from the Picnic, the fall dance, members dues and donations from some members and other supporters.
Our annual charity support for 2019 include achievements such as:
• Our annual Christmas treat
• Herby’s annual financial care support
• Bereavement supports
• Student scholarship financial support
• Brassington Basic school supplies
• Food for the Poor
• Other donations and gifts
Again, thanks to our hardworking committee members, and support from the many
donors, members and friends of Lluidas Vale.
The commitment and dedication to giving back to our community is unwavering among our members. We will continue to support the Village its schools, community events and most importantly the residents who are in need.
As President, I am privileged to serve and remain passionate and committed to our cause of helping our Village.
Yours respectfully,
Tim
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