BASADEI (RHODA) SALISBURY (RAMNAUTH)

Condolences & Memories (7 entries)

• I knew Auntie Baba as a child and had so many fond memories of her😍. I regret not keeping in touch with her. Condolences to her family❤️ - Posted by: Karen Gaje ( karen Salisbury) (Niece ) on: Feb 23, 2019

• Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember our dearly departed. Our most heartfelt condolences goes out to the family. - Posted by: Harry Katwaroo (Friend) on: Jan 26, 2019

• As we reflect today on the life of this sweet angel, all of us whose lives she touched remember the kind person she was. I remember crying to go spend holidays every year at Soesdyke and later Land of Canaan and what great times we had. She was a great cook and I can still remember the taste of some of the things we had. She would always ensure we had happy holidays. You will surely be missed. RIP dear aunt. Farewell. - Posted by: Rudy Singh (Nephew ) on: Jan 26, 2019

• My deepest condolences to Shawn, Kathy, and family. I did not know your sister, but I knew you were very close, and her absence will be felt. I will be praying for you all. May your sister rest in glorious peace. - Posted by: J. Wendy Browne (Friend of family) on: Jan 24, 2019

• My Dear Auntie Baba, Auntie Baba was classy and dignified lady, yet down-to-earth and humble. In fact, humility was a hallmark of hers, as was kindness. She was refined and her pronunciation was distinctly English. I can still hear her voice and words and am transported back in time and place. More than any of my dear mother’s sisters or brothers, it is Auntie Baba who reminds me of Nanie – in mannerism, if not features. As I gaze at her lying so serenely in her casket with her grey hair gently caressing the white pillow in open embrace, I cannot help but remember my own mother and Nanie. I am overwhelmed. Auntie Baba respected my mother, her eldest sister. It was a beauty to watch the conversation and body language between the two sisters: the princess reached down to the level of her peasant (unsophisticated) sister and could easily switch between refined English and patwa – more to the point, neatly mix the two. As they reminiscenced, they laughed aloud, sometimes for more than a few seconds, followed by an exclamation – “oh, me Gad! My God! A wa you do da fa gal? Auntie Bada also had a wonderful relationship with my father. She called “Bo-nai” in the Hindu tradition. My dad was fond of her and she would make him break out in his boisterous laughter. I spent an entire summer with Auntie Baba and Uncle Babs at their home in Land of Canan, East Bank Demerara. Neil, Sham and Sohan (we all called him Chach) were also there. We worked on the chicken farm during the day and drank beers and played pool at a beer garden not far from Auntie Baba’s home. I had – and still have – no idea from whence flowed the money but, in retrospect, our banker was most likely Auntie Baba. I dare say that I was her favourite nephew – me only ga fo open me mouth fo get wa me want from her!! She was kind and generous to me; indeed, to all of her nephews and nieces. I did not attend her funeral and now have some regrets. The brutally cold weather there in Winnipeg made me timid and scared me of getting sick. But Auntie Baba was in my thoughts and prayers. May her soul rest in everlasting peace. I believe all of my siblings share my views of Auntie Baba. Ganesh. - Posted by: Ganesh (Nephew) on: Jan 24, 2019

• My memory of Aunty Baba was in David Street Kitty, Georgetown and Land of Canan on the East Bank of Demarara. And always by Aunty Baba's side was Uncle Babs. As a child growing up when they came to visit in David Street was always an exciting time and Aunty Baba would give us big hugs and kisses and for Uncle Babs, well, that was a different story! It would mean being held up sided down by the legs and being tickled!! I remember driving up to Land of Canan in our Volkswagen. All good memories. Aunty Baba was a gentle person. Very kind, loving and thoughtful. She will be missed. May she rest in peace. Sincerely. Wayne, Nal and Steve (Rambali) - Posted by: Wayne Rambali (Nephew) on: Jan 24, 2019

• Aunty Baba was truly an amazing personality. She lived it up!!! She lived her life fully and opened her heart to all family members, she was a mother to all. Her beautiful qualities will live in our hearts and soul forever. Rest in peace dear Aunty Baba. Om Shanti 💕💫 - Posted by: Ann Singh (Niece ) on: Jan 24, 2019