I said a Prayer for you today.  Take care of Gary... Gone but not forgotten.

DADDY….

There is nothing I'm going to say today that you didn't already know to be true, but it seems fitting to tell you one last time out loud.

Alec Telesford, my father, was nothing short of the most amazing dad a girl could ask for, and when we walked into a room together...it wasn't uncommon for there to be a feeling that conveyed “That girl got the last daddy in the world”… and thats because it was true...i did in fact get the last daddy in the world!

The pride I feel when I think about you overwhelms me with joy and happiness every morning I open my eyes.  And I am forever blessed to have had you for a father.  A man of honor and respect that has thought me so many things simply by example.
Always honorable, truthful, unpretentious, giving, kind and full of unconditional love.  You showed me the example of what a man should be, so when it was time to pick a life partner, id know what that looked like….( and I think I did pretty good, as Keith mirrors what I saw in you in so many ways).  You set an example for how I should raise my sons, leaving behind so many lessons I can pass on to them to make them men of righteousness.  My favorite being...”Daughter...You cannot be Wrong and Strong”  as you'd often say to me when I being was being stubborn about something I had done wrong…. Cant count the amount of times I say that to your munchkins...and they are only 2!
I will miss every little thing about you… to name a few... the way you would say, “ya ya ya” when you had had enough of whatever it is was going on or when you were being harassed by one of us! When I would say something smart and you'd say “ Ja, nice to see my college money at work!” or “yes Chubs...Yuh moved to the head of the Class!
Your infectious laugh, especially when you had just heard a super corny joke you couldn't wait to retell us! And your ever growing uniform collection of Rugby shirts from my HS days, that gained new life in your closet!

My heart hurts that you are no longer here with us, for I'm still that little girl that needs her daddy, but I know that even if I don't understand it, the good Lord needed you more.  I take comfort and pride in who I am today ….thanks to you daddy! And I know that you’ll continue to guide my thoughts, my heart and my mind from up above!  

My heart will forever be with yours,
Your one and only daughter
Chantal

In Loving Memory of Alec

It's really not farewell, my dear friend
But just a last Good-Bye,
For memories live forever
I treasure mine with pride.

Father, Husband, Brother and Friend
You were the very best,
When other names are mentioned
You'll always top the rest.

Grenada, the land that you so loved
Saltfish and bake, roti and curry,
Jump up and wine down
Wished for a miracle so you won't go in a hurry.

You have taken a new journey
You have gone the last long mile,
And when your name is spoken
It will be spoken with a big smile.

Missed by everyone, you'll always be
You are heaven's own ally,
It is really not farewell, dear friend,
But just a last Good-Bye.

Will always hold you dear in my heart.  Until we meet again . . .
Peace and Love,  Mo

Oh Alec your family and St. Augustine gave you such a wonderful send off.  Your children each gave touching tributes. I am sure you are proud.  The church was packed, standing room only. The rafters where jumping from the soul the choir poured into each hymn, Kathy's singing was angelic and the steel pans just sealed the deal.

You will be missed by so many but you are in a better place now free from pain.

Debbie will be OK......  with the support of family and the numerous friends you had as a couple.

So walk good Deputy PM until we meet again. 

Uncle Alec was  a dear person, cool, positive and loving to the end. I remember Uncle Alec as one of the people who I always looked forward to seeing. The first time I met Aunty Debbie was one Summer in Grenada and I remember uncle Alec being so happy he said to me so what you think? I did well? and remember saying, Yes! I remember thinking Aunty Debbie is full of life and loved us like her own children. Then when I moved to New York they opened their house to me and told me I was welcome to come by any time I needed to get away from Brooklyn. This is the unending love and affection they showed to others and to each other. 

Uncle Alec the last time we spoke you said all the love you were receiving from us young ladies was keeping you strong all the while you were saying this, you were in pain. I admire your positive attitude despite your illness. You are at rest now and pain free, we celebrate your life, we loved you and you will remain in our hearts always.

Aunty Debbie, Chantel,Gary, Bret and the Telesford family accept my condolences on the loss of a great man, love you all! 

Alec lived a full bountiful life of many chapters, Alec will be sadly missed by his twin brother Eric,his ailing Mother Jesse,who has yet to comprehend the passsing of her beloved Alec; and brother Gordon, nieces Alana,and Nicoyan,many,many friends and family.

Eric has demonstrated the true meaning of brotherly love, Eric has been steadfast and ever present at Alec's side during Alec's vailant fight to live with us another day,but sadly death's bitter sting was the victor.

We all share fond memories of Alec, his ever present loud happy laughter and booming melodic voice will forever haunt us.

Lets remember all the chapters of Alec's short life,knowing that he had many ties and many loved ones in the first chapters of his life and  he will be sadly missed. Alec is in heaven,freed from his temporary home with us.
   
Rest in Peace Alec T.

     
Love, your friend and sister

Val       

Gordon 'Mekek' is second right in the first row. next to Tony 'Cortex" DeCoteau.

My first introduction to Alec was at a fundraising Christmas party where Alec and Debbie were serendipitously crowned King and Queen of the event.  I used to call him the King, ever after, but i really thought of them both as such -- so loving and devoted to each other, regal and so very kind and generous to "their people"!

A little over a week before Alec passed away, I went to see him.  His body was tired, but his spirit was just the same as ever.  As I walked into the room he said to me "wow you look beautiful."  I kissed his cheek and he immediately asked me about the boyfriend. "How is my man?"  I sighed and changed the subject.  I told him I was going out to a party but had to come show off my outfit to him first.  He changed the subject BACK to the boyfriend and began to tell me to have patience.  He also told me to make sure I'm happy.  

It was hard to see him like this - His incredibly robust and verile spirit was imprisoned by his failing health.  I looked back at him, touched his feet, kissed this man who I looked at more as an uncle, and said "I'll see you later."

It was the last time I saw Uncle Alec, but he made me laugh, and smile, and even embarassed me just the way he always had!  I will miss him so much.  I will miss his stories, and his laugh, and his banter.  I will miss him asking my mom for curry goat and oxtail.  I will miss him threatening to take my father to Carnival.  But I'm sure he is somewhere sailing, soaring, and making the angels laugh.  

Dear, dear Alec...I'lll see you later. 

Life has taught me that nothing can separate you from the people that you love….not even death….and people that love you never really leave you either.

As long as you keep them alive in your memories they will carry on watching you over from that place above long after they’ve left this material world.. Life might not be eternal but LOVE is.

I would eternally love you and remember you for all that you have done for me and my family Uncle Alec. I would always remember all the happy moments/laughter that we have shared. (one being my wedding, where you were the Master of Ceremony)

I love you Uncle Alec. My love for you is/will be eternal.

You are another angel looking down on me/us

Your niece/daughter

Chioma Bullen-Samuels

Sad but True....Not everyone in this life is so Lucky/Blessed to call their
Spouse - Their FRIEND.

Debbie is Blessed with this fact.    Alec was her friend from
beginning to end.  The Greatest Step-Dad to Chantal and Gary.  I Love him for that.

He brought Love and Honor into our Family many Years
ago, approved by Nora, The Queen - our Mom.  I am sure you and Nora
are knocking glasses right now Alec, and laughing your heads off.

God Bless You Alec.  God will take care of your "Boobie" not to
worry.

Love Always, Sharon.