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Death Announcement of 72-year-old Russell John Charles, better known as “Sire” of St. Joseph

We announce the death of 72-year-old Russell John Charles, better known as “Sire” of St. Joseph. He died on November 21st, 2024 at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital.

He leaves to mourn his six children Alicia Roumou (roo-mo), Albin John Charles, Allandale John Charles, Albert Jno Charles, Zhamara Jno Charles and Zhorth Jno Charles;

Two daughters in law – Cecilia John Charles and Caroline John Charles

Two sons in law – Mario Roumou and Keynan Cuffy

Ten grandchildren – Shanda Marshall, Lian Marshall, Allana John Charles, Armani John Charles, Maricia Roumou, Macia Roumou, Inez John Charles, Zhanyra (za-ny-ra) Jno Charles, Joshimar (josh-e-ma) Russell Jr.; and

three great-grandchildren: Denesha Dublin, Arjwan Pantheir and Tanya Halley.

He also leaves behind:

Step-mother: Olivet John Charles

Brothers: Damian, Kenny, Eversley aka Fruits, Vaughn, Harvey, Heath and Chris

Sisters: Ann (Anzi), Faye and Kay

Adopted brothers: Franklyn and Kelvin

Numerous aunts and uncles including; Ophana, Catherine, Alicia, Doreen, Winnie, Jean, Jacklyn, Ima, Irmine, Zenni, Hilary, Clancy, Keith, Alvin, Fred, Lenox and Ronald

Nieces and nephews: Michelle, Kendell, Masha, Najim, Jakeem, Jamilla, others too numerous to mention

Numerous cousins including Angela, Amoy, Michela, Monica, Patricia aka Teepam, Alicia aka Zong, Deidre

Caretakers: Aretha, Sister and Mary from St. Joseph, with special thanks to Franklyn and Catherine Cuffy

Close friends: Nato, J.X., Curtis aka Warrior, Jefferson aka Dimba or Pasho, Vernon, Markesha, Blakey, Nana, Sorrel, Alana, Tyler, Briana, Junior aka Moondog, Dr. Yesus, Amos, Isa, Magnita, Evelyn, Zhara, others including the Lafond, Abraham, John Charles, Ravaliere, Dyer families, neighbours, and the people of the St. Joseph constituency. 

The family of the late Russell John Charles of St. Joseph would like to thank the Prime Minister Honourable Roosevelt Skerrit, the Parliamentary Representative of St. Joseph Honourable Darron Llyod, Dr. Adis King, the doctors and nurses at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital and Gentle Rest Funeral Home.

The funeral for the late Russell John Charles will be held on Thursday December 5th, 2024 at the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church. Viewing will be at 2:30pm and service at 3pm, followed by internment at the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Cemetery.

We announce the death of 72-year-old Russell John Charles, better known as “Sire” of St. Joseph. He died on November 21st, 2024 at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital.

He leaves to mourn his six children Alicia Roumou (roo-mo), Albin John Charles, Allandale John Charles, Albert Jno Charles, Zhamara Jno Charles and Zhorth Jno Charles;

Two daughters in law – Cecilia John Charles and Caroline John Charles

Two sons in law – Mario Roumou and Keynan Cuffy

Ten grandchildren – Shanda Marshall, Lian Marshall, Allana John Charles, Armani John Charles, Maricia Roumou, Macia Roumou, Inez John Charles, Zhanyra (za-ny-ra) Jno Charles, Joshimar (josh-e-ma) Russell Jr.; and

three great-grandchildren: Denesha Dublin, Arjwan Pantheir and Tanya Halley.

He also leaves behind:

Step-mother: Olivet John Charles

Brothers: Damian, Kenny, Eversley aka Fruits, Vaughn, Harvey, Heath and Chris

Sisters: Ann (Anzi), Faye and Kay

Adopted brothers: Franklyn and Kelvin

Numerous aunts and uncles including; Ophana, Catherine, Alicia, Doreen, Winnie, Jean, Jacklyn, Ima, Irmine, Zenni, Hilary, Clancy, Keith, Alvin, Fred, Lenox and Ronald

Nieces and nephews: Michelle, Kendell, Masha, Najim, Jakeem, Jamilla, others too numerous to mention

Numerous cousins including Angela, Amoy, Michela, Monica, Patricia aka Teepam, Alicia aka Zong, Deidre

Caretakers: Aretha, Sister and Mary from St. Joseph, with special thanks to Franklyn and Catherine Cuffy

Close friends: Nato, J.X., Curtis aka Warrior, Jefferson aka Dimba or Pasho, Vernon, Markesha, Blakey, Nana, Sorrel, Alana, Tyler, Briana, Junior aka Moondog, Dr. Yesus, Amos, Isa, Magnita, Evelyn, Zhara, others including the Lafond, Abraham, John Charles, Ravaliere, Dyer families, neighbours, and the people of the St. Joseph constituency. 

The family of the late Russell John Charles of St. Joseph would like to thank the Prime Minister Honourable Roosevelt Skerrit, the Parliamentary Representative of St. Joseph Honourable Darron Llyod, Dr. Adis King, the doctors and nurses at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital and Gentle Rest Funeral Home.

The funeral for the late Russell John Charles will be held on Thursday December 5th, 2024 at the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church. Viewing will be at 2:30pm and service at 3pm, followed by internment at the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Cemetery.

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