I want to share something deeply personal and painful. My name is Shanneika Smith, and I am currently facing an unimaginable loss. Just three days after we laid my beloved grandmother to rest, my father was unexpectedly hospitalized on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Despite spending five restless days in the hospital as doctors sought answers, we received the heartbreaking news of his passing at St. Ann’s Bay Hospital. My father, Andrew Smith, was only 47 years old.
As my family and I navigate this overwhelming grief, we are still grappling with the loss of my grandma while now also mourning my father. Many kind-hearted individuals have reached out to express their sympathy and willingness to help us during this difficult time. Your support and prayers mean the world to us as we prepare for funeral and memorial arrangements. Thank you for being there for us in this difficult time.
Organized by Shanneika Smith
Fort Lauderdale, FL