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Malissa Porter-Farmer May 4, 2020

Malissa Patricia Porter-Farmer aged 47, entered peacefully into rest on 4th May 2020 at #4 Jacaranda Circle, Union St. Philip. She was a teacher of St. Catherine’s Primary School.

Eucharistic Minister and Member of the St. David’s Ushers’ Guild

Longstanding Member and Co-ordinator of the Junior Curator Programme of the Barbados Museum and Historical Society

Daughter of Patricia Forde-Porter and the late Adrian Porter

Wife of Kevin Farmer

Niece of Rhonda Forde

Cousin of Aleah Forde-McCarthy

Daughter-in-law of Robert and Marva Farmer

God-mother of Roshari and Shakara, Eryn, Christal, Ayoka and Ayah-Lyn

Relative of the Forde, Maynard, Weekes, Porter and Farmer families

Friend of Colin McCarthy, Jerri Forde, David Gooding, Angela Sealy, Donna Straughn, Mr. And Mrs. Greig Walters, Shirley Drakes, Kaye Hunte, June Forde, Margaret Burke, those in the teaching fraternity and many others.

Private Funeral Service and Burial

Due to the restrictions placed on funerals of no more than 20 mourners, attendance will be by invitation only. No mourning colours requested. Click to watch a live stream of the service, (Alternately visit or share the link: https://inlovingmemory.online/MalissaPorter-Farmer).

Wreaths may be sent to Downes and Wilson Funeral Home, Eagle Hall, St. Michael, on Wednesay, May 13, 2020 no later than 7 a.m.

Condolences(22)

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    Denise Nightengale says

    I have known Malissa from our days at primary school, she was genuinely a beautiful person in every way. To her husband Kevin who I also know from our alma mater, and to her entire family, my husband and I offer our sincere condolences . Rest Peacefully Malissa.

    Robert and Denise Nightengale
    London U.K.

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    Lisa Cummins says

    Kevin, my condolences to you and your family. May she rest in peace and rise in glory.

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    Rosemary says

    My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to you and your family Kevin.

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    Kandace Chimbiri says

    My sincere condolences to Kevin and to Malissa’s mum on your loss. I was so saddened to hear of Malissa’s passing. Living in the UK I did not see Malissa often esp. over the past few years but on the occasions when we met I found her a beautiful and friendly person. I particularly remember her lovely smile. It’s hard to know the right words at a time like this except to offer deepest sympathies.

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    Elsie Vaughan says

    When I reflect on the life of Malissa I am reminded of the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson, “it is not the length of life, but depth of life.”. I believe that she has fulfilled her purpose and has moved on.
    To her mum Pat, husband Kevin, aunt Rhonda, cousin Aleah and all other family members, I offer sincere condolences. May the love and comfort of God strengthen you during this difficult time.

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    Michelle Gooding says

    Kevin and Patricia, may care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. In this sorrowful time, I would like to extend to you my heartfelt condolences. May our Lord comfort you and your loved ones. My most sincere condolences.

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    Makeba Williams says

    Heartfelt condolences to Pat, Kevin, Rhonda and Aleah from Makeba & the Williams family. May Malissa beautiful soul rest in peace and Rise in Glory!

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    Marjorie Bartlett-Wall says

    I was shocked and grieved to hear of Malissa’s death. She was a very meticulous, articulate and stylish individual.
    Soft spoken, but loved to laugh,
    Iron coated in velvet.
    A stylish trendsetter;
    Articulate, cultured, not haughty,
    Her wee bit of mischief, sparks the memory…
    Of snarky humor in class inciting you to laugh
    But a straight face and a twinkle in the eye;
    The only sign she was the instigator not I.
    My schoolmate though we were not in
    contact, with each other just
    chance meetings over the years, your
    engaging smile shall be missed. Deepest and
    sincerest condolences to Malissa’s mum,
    her husband Kevin and her close family and
    friends.

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    Maria Boyce says

    My deepest condolences to Kevin. her dear mother, family and friends. She was such a beautiful, warm and genuine soul. May she rest in peace and rise in Glory. ♥️🙏🏾

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    Maria Boyce says

    Melissa was an exceptional person, caring, beautiful and such a genuinely joyful person. My deepest sympathy to Kevin, her dear mother, her family and friends. May she rest in peace and rise in glory. 🙏🏾💕

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    James Marshall says

    Heartfelt condolences to you Kevin and to Aunt Pat. I was so stunned to hear of her passing but will always treasure the memories of Mellissa, my old colleague and lifelong friend. May she rest in peace.

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    Gail Sargeant U.S.A says

    I was saddened beyond words and could not stop crying. My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to Kevin and Mom Patricia. My friend was a true bright beaming light, the world has lost a truly wonderful and awesome person.

    Love you Malissa, always.
    Rest in Peace my friend.

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    Trevor Crawford, UK says

    Kevin,

    I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your wife.
    My heartfelt sympathies go out to you and the families at this most difficult of times.
    Thinking of you during this time of sorrow.

    R.I.P. Malissa

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    Cheston Wood says

    My deepest sympathy to Kevin, Patricia, Rhonda and family. May God strengthen you to endure during this difficult times as Melissa takes her leave to the everlasting arms of Jesus. May she rest in peace.

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    Valerie Crawford says

    Dear Kevin

    Things can’t be controlled, nor life can. The circle of life is in God’s hand.
    A person may go from life, but memories will always stay with you forever.

    Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of your lovely wife. I share in the grief of you and your family at this sad time and am deeply saddened by the loss of Malissa.

    She will be truly missed, and I will include you and your family in my prayers.

    May she Rest in Peace and Rise in Glory.

    Please stay strong.
    Valerie Crawford, London, UK

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      Maria Boyce says

      Malissa was an exceptional person, caring, beautiful and such a genuinely joyful person. My deepest sympathy to Kevin, her dear mother, her family and friends. May she rest in peace and rise in glory. 🙏🏾💕

      Maria

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    Shioma says

    Sincere condolences to Malissa’s family and friends. I will never forget your smile. Sleep in peace.❤

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    Juanita Lynch says

    Dear Kevin:

    Please accept our condolences on the loss of your beloved wife. Our hearts go out to you at this time.
    “May the the Lord bless you and keep you, may the Lord make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you, may the Lord lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace.”

    Juanita Lynch & Family

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    Lynn Armstrong says

    Malissa – the BEST lector I have ever heard!!! It was always a pleasure to hear her read at St. David’s. Heartfelt condolences to Pat, Kevin, Rhonda and Aleah from Lynn & the Armstrong family. May her beautiful soul rest in peace and Rise in Glory!

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    Philip Pilgrim says

    Dear Sir
    I do not recall having ever met Mrs Melissa Porter Farmer nor her husband Kevin Farmer. I feel compelled however, as a former teacher and a resident of St. Philip to humbly ask you to pass on my heartfelt sympathy to all of her family and friends, but in particular to her husband Mr Kevin Farmer who is doing a great job at the BMHS.She appeared to have been a gem of a lady and the teaching profession is definitely the poorer for her loss.
    Thanks very much and stay safe yourself as well as your family, friends and staff.
    Philip Pilgrim Q C

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    Sheila Grazette says

    My heartfelt condolences to you and your family Kevin. I pray you are able to feel God’s comfort in your grief. God is a Rock, a Shield, Defender and Strong Tower. May He bless and strengthen you all.

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      Chestonc says

      My deepest sympathy to Pat, Rhonda abd family. May God grant you strength to endure as Melissa takes her leave to rest in the everlasting arms of Jesus. May she rest in peace.

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