"Mumsy I will always love you.."

"Mumsy…words cannot fully express how much I love you. You taught me so much and I will be eternally grateful. We left Jamaica together and journeyed for over 20 years in a strange land. Oh the memories I will cherish for a lifetime.. I thank God for the exemplary life you lived. Mums, you helped to shape so many lives and you have now earned your wings, taken your flight and resting in the arms of your Savior Jesus The Christ. Continue to rest in sweet peace until we meet again Mums. I will always love you…."

" Mummy You warned us, gave several hints, and yet we were not prepared. Missing you so much, while knowing that you are at peace with your God. Thanking God for the extra 12 years we were blessed with, and for all the memories of then. Thanks for mothering as you knew best, for the sacrifices, the fun, the lessons, the laughter, and your love for each of us. I celebrate your outlandish generosity that welcomed strangers and fed the hungry. Thanks for passing that on your girls. Lord, strengthen us for this journey we pray amen."

"Mummy, we all knew this day would come, and I have every assurance that you are in the loving arms of your Lord and Savior - free from pain, aches, and illness - but I miss you already! And I can't use Google to find you... Love you forever ... until we meet again."

"A limb has fallen from our family tree. I cannot say and I will not say that she is dead but she's sleeping in the Mater's hand. With a cheery smile and a wave of hand. Keep resting aunt Myrtle until we see each other again and I hope you're singing in the Angel's choir with that melodious voice. This is not goodbye, this is until then🕊🕊🕊"

"I'm reminded of her every time I look at my hands. Although she is no longer close to me physically, she remains in my heart and motivates me every step of the way. Her words, "Only your best is good enough," will always ring in my spirit."

"My mom loved me, believed in me, encouraged me, cared for me, advised me, laughed with me, was there for me. My life has been truly enriched by her love. I will treasure that forever. No one can take her place. I am grateful for the many precious times we had, especially last Summer spent together making lasting memories. I can't believe this is real, but I am so glad, that pain and suffering is a thing of the past. 'Cos "she's standing in the Hall of Faith"

"Glad you got to join me in Geneva for a fortnight"

"Aunt Myrtle I recall with fun memories of those summer days at Greendale with you and the rest of the family young and old having a good time. Papa (Brother Obi) cooking curried goat and Manish water and everyone having a good time. You were a role model to inspire me to study and aim for a career. Going to miss you but sleep on and take your rest. See you in the morning 🌄"

"Aunt Myrts! So happy I always told you thanks for making me the person I am today. You were one of the Angels that surrounded me. Will miss you always.....will think of you for all my days! Happy again that we ended with; "I love you." Rest my dear aunt....my other mother.......rest! ❤️"

"You delighted in God’s goodness even and you continued to light God’s light of love to many of us! We hold dear memories of your loving generosity. Enjoy your rest in the bosom of Your Creator. We miss you and your smile!"

"I remember the first and last time I saw her was at Raquel’s house. Amazing soul with such a warm grandmotherly energy I fell in love with. She taught my a Jamaican folk song which ill never forget. A song which you song when you haven’t seen someone for a long time. “Tis long time gal me never see you come make me hold your hand” . Goodbye Myrtle 🤍"

"Raquel and family circle Sending our love and support at this time!"

"Fond memories of Aunt Myrtle. May Angels guide you to your eternal peace. Xx"

"Mama sohlala sikuthanda. Thank you for being a beautiful presence in our lives. Me and Anesu love you."

"So sad to here this news my love and prayers go to the family at this sad time, I only met Myrtle a few times but it was such a pleasure she was a lovely person inside and out. Xx"

"Mother Johnson was the most kind and family oriented person anyone who got to know her, felt like they were always welcomed and Loved. Will miss her beautiful smile!!🙏🏾🕊💙"

"I salute a great woman of Gid, matriarch and educator. Always warm and pleasant. Thank you for yiur legacy of faith and your wonderful daughters. I admire the way that you supported rhe ministry of the Greendale Charge. I will miss you. Rest in the power of Jesus Christ our Lord."

"Sending lots of love and blessings to all the family."

"Mother Johnson was a shining light at Harvest Chapel Christian Fellowship. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word. I know that the lost of Mother Johnson is going to be hard but thank God we know that our lost is heaven's gain. I pray that God will strengthen and keep the family in His peace during you difficult season. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Keep the faith!! Hold on! Be strong!!"

"I am a friend of Myrtle's daughter, Raquel. I have met Myrtle on several occasions and I remember her being a very kind-hearted lady with a soft, gentle voice that made me very comfortable around Myrtle as it made me feel like I was around my own mother. She will be greatly missed Lots of love, Licet x"

"You will be missed and you will continue to shine like gold in my memories"

"mommy' became known to many people through the love and kindness of her daughters who reflected not least their own, but also the love and kindness they had learnt from their mother. This was evident when I met mommy when she visited the UK- a woman of poise but yet grace. I loved what she exuded and the kind of mother she represented- a mother that most of us long to have / have had in our lives. May her soul rest in peace and May her daughters find comfort in knowing they had a mother who honoured the Lord. Love, Yolande"

"What a privilege to know such a wonderful and godly woman. Getting to know Myrtle over the years as she visited Robert and Raqs enabled us to appreciate her wisdom, insight and kindness. Not to mention her fabulous sense of humour. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family. Much love, Joan, Cate and Ali."

"I never met Ms. Myrtle personally, yet judging by her offspring— especially my dear friend, Raquel, my sister in Christ from college days—she was one Jamaica’s treasured maternal figures whose influence & service is no doubt noted in heaven if not on earth, and will be rewarded there! Rest well, Ms. Myrtle, till we meet before His Throne. Denise (with husband, Claude) Armstrong"

"We admire Myrtle's confidence in her lineage, her passion about her country, as well as her love and commitment to her family. She's indeed blessed!"

"I met 'Raquel's mom' in 1988 after our graduation service at Shortwood Teachers' college. She immediately made an impact. Her personality was large and encompassed all of us around her. She was eager to meet us and took the opportunity to shake our hands. When it was my turn, she exclaimed, "Your hand is so cold," and tried to massage some warmth into it. That didn't work. She left me with these words, "They say 'cold hands mean warm heart'". She seemed to be trying to figure out if my heart was warm. At that time, I was not that self-aware, so I'd not thought much about my personality. Her words caused me to engage in some self-analysis which left me with some interesting "truths" about myself. One of these "truths" is that my hands take on the temperature of my environment, figuratively and literally."

"The second time I met Mrs Ashwood- Johnson was at Nyles' funeral. She hadn't lost any of her youthful vigour, and her joy and strength shone brightly through. She will live on through the lives of her daughters who share many of her personality traits - her large buoyant presence that embraced everyone. May she rest in peace, and may her family rest in the comfort of the rich legacy of her personality and the life of service that she lived and bequeathed to them."

"Sincere condolences to the family. We met Myrtle in Belfast a few years ago. She was a delight to meet and a very typical, godly, caring, frank Jamaican Mother. RIP Mother Myrtle. In your children and grandchildren you have left a wonderful legacy"

"I thank Mama Johnson for being apart of my life. She was a consistent mother figure in my life, loving, caring,and giving. I thank God for putting her in my life. Mama Johnson was one Stylish Powerful Woman of God. I love you Jennifer"

"Aunt Myrtle was a wonderful support and example of what a mother should be. I was a constant visitor in her home during the high school years and saw how she shaped the lives of her daughters and impacted the lives of their friends. I will always be thankful for those years and this amazing force of nature. God bless you Aunt Myrtle. Melody"

"You were a warm.campassionate person...ready to give a listening ear...you were truly blessed .God handmade...you will be missed...rip"

"Aunt Myrtle was the epitome of kindness. She was always caring, thoughtful, and loving. She will be greatly missed."

"Dear Myrtle, it was nice meeting you that faithful day with my uncle ( Mr Komina Padonu) and your daughter (Camille Gaskins) at University of Houston with your granddaughter who came looking during the open house ceremony. That was our first and last meeting face to face. I guess it was a day the Lord has made and we all were glad in it. I remember you just smiling, very quiet and respectful to me. God will grant you eternal peace, say hello to my uncle Komna for me and both of you continue to Rest In Peace Amen 🙏🏾 We love you but God loves you best. 🕊️💞😇"

"I’m so thankful to have met and spent time over the years with Myrtle. We met up when Myrtle visited with Raquel and her family in Northern Ireland. She easily got to know all of her grandchildren’s school friends and their families. My memories are walks at the Lough shore in Antrim, visits to Raquel’s home and spending a lovely evening in her 80th year in her company along with Rio. She was ‘easy company’… comfortable to chat with and interested in everyone around her. I want to pass on both my own and my family’s sympathy to all of Myrtle’s family and many friends. She was much loved in life and will be greatly missed….."

"You were truly a God send!! From the moment we met you treated me like one of your own. I remember the times when you come and sit with my baby at the hospital and you would pray over him. You truly will be missed ,the conversations we had, the way you loved on me and my family was heart felt. We will miss you, Mama. Love always, Your Texas family, 😘😘🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹"

"A great encourager, who always had a positive word , which was a blessing for me. I will always remember her pleasant personality."

"She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy." Mrs. Johnson was my inspiration and always offered words of encouragement and wisdom. She was a woman of strength, dignity and integrity. Whenever she spoke, it was with words of kindness. Mrs. Johnson has left an indelible mark on my heart. I will never forget her. May her soul rest in the loving arms of her Father. Love you Mrs. Johnson"

"We became part of this family through Raquel from 1985 and the bond is still as close as ever. Ms Myrtle was always so welcoming and kind. She always had a word of encouragement and it was easy to feel comfortable in her presence. I am so happy I had the privilege of spending time with her last summer. My family has been so blessed through our friendship with Raquel, Michelle, Nicole and the rest of the family. Mommy has truly left a legacy of love. We look forward to the first resurrection."

"As a friend of the family, going to St JAGO with her daughter Nicki, I met Mrs Johnson quite a few times and was always impressed by her strength of character, her kindness and generosity. She made a huge impression on me as she raised her girls as a single Mom to be as strong, determined, spiritual and loving as she was. Later our paths crossed again when she visited the UK to see her daughter Racquel. My husband truly warmed to her and said she was one of the nicest people he ever met. I will remember her as warm, witty, spiritual, down to earth. A woman who loved her country and served it well as a fine educator. She will be truly missed."

"Sister Myrtle Johnson was an active member of the Keystone Seniors Citizens Club we could depend on her to lead devotion. She was a member who supported the Red Group in the Women’s Fellowship at Greendale United church. I love you sister Myrtle R.I.P"

"Myrtle, I came to know you through your lovely daughter Raquel. From the first time we met, I felt your warmth, authenticity, passion, love for all things creative and your humour. You have left such a great legacy with your children who are the epitome of how you have lived your life. You have run the good race and you have been called to a much better place. MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PEACE 🙏🏽"

"I thank God for knowing you, Aunt Myrtle. In the few years I knew Aunt Myrtle it was like knowing who Jesus is. She was Christ-like indeed. She was gentle, loving, kind and had a sweet precious spirit. Her entire demeanour reflected the peace of God. You could see that she had a heart full of kindness towards people. We thank God for your life here on earth. Now our sweet Saviour Jesus has called you home. Rest well and enjoy your mansions in Heaven. May many come to know Jesus Christ through your life lived. You are forever loved and will be remembered. May the Holy Spirit, the comforter and the peace of God be with the family and friends of Aunt Myrtle in Jesus Name. There's a place that awaits God's beloveds, there.... God will wipe away every tear from their eyes... Revelation 21:4"

"I remember the first day I met Mother Johnson, o what a delight it was. Great woman, a few chats here and there. Glad to have met her and May she enjoy her paradise with Jesus, she said he is always a “Real good friend!” Love her and she will be missed but never forgotten! My Jamaican Mama❤️❤️❤️❤️"

"A true Angel on earth has gone home to our Lord and Savior. In the Bible God says to let others see his light in us. Myrtle was a perfect example of seeing Gods light. I remember when my father was in the hospital in his last days and she came a prayed over him. It was one of his most beautiful last moments and brought so much peace to our family. I pray her family may now receive that comfort and peace."

"I last saw Aunt Myrtle when she visited our home in England. It was a welcome surprise. She had such gentle dignity and poise. I thought then it would be such a blessing to age with grace like her. I look forward to seeing her again in the presence of Father. "Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the LORD she shall be praised." Proverbs 31:30"

"Grandma u changed so many of our lives, u were truly a Jack of all trades. A mother, tutor, teacher, provider, comedian, a god fearing woman and many other various titles. You will always be in my heart forever more. You are still alive & present in spirit, mind, & soul. I will always remember the memories and words of wisdom. Rest in paradise Gram. We’ll meet again."

"Raquel, I feel privileged to have met your mum even so briefly. As I read through some of the tributes posted, it is clear that she was a truly wonderful lady. I also recognised many of her lovely qualities in you, so they live on. I know that your faith and many treasured memories will bring you comfort now and in the days ahead. Holding you and the family circle close in prayer. With love and deepest sympathy, Janet"

"Our hearts still ache in sadness & secret tears still flow. What it means to loose you no one will ever know. You shall never be gone from our hearts! Always an Angel you will be Grand Ma'"

"Gerry and I had the enormous privilege of getting to know Myrtle through Raquel, Robert and the family. Sharing meals and family celebrations together, we enjoyed Myrtle’s company each time she visited NI. Also, our home group who were the recipients of much her good humour, prayers, praise as well as her wisdom. Whether a celebratory time with lots of smiles, or the painful grief that came from the loss of her grandson Nyle, Myrtle was steadfast in her love for God and his word. She will be sorely missed."

"M=marvelous Y=youthfulness R=respectful T=tender, trusted, L= legendary E=exceptional To my cousins, my heartfelt condolences 🙏 as we grieve and celebrate aunt Myrtle's life, we are grieving because we won't be able to physically touch her for now, she won't respond to us anymore, and so the void is real. But let us celebrate her legacy, and constantly be reminded of the precious soul she was. I will miss her calm demeanor, her humble attitude and her advice to always strive for the best in life."

"Myrtle and I met in Nightingale Grove in the 1970's when we became friends and bonded as sisters. We lost contact for many, many years and reconnected only in February last year, after herself and daughters made a relentless search to track me down..In a mysterious and convoluted way the such ended with Michelle on the other end of the line..and oh my goodness, that was a pleasant surprise. So we had a lot of catching up, filling the gap of those lost years and reminiscing the good old days of Nightingale Grove."pt.1

"It I have known Myrtle to be a nurturing mother, also acting the role of father...An educator, who at the same time was always advancing her own education...An entrepreneur... And I am sure, a doting grandmother... A great friend to so many people....Myrtle was, indeed a role model. If her life story could be told in full, I am sure it would be impressive, as will be evidenced by bits and pieces of her story that others will touch on today. But if Myrtle could have a say today, I think it would be..."pt.2

"Thank GOD for JESUS, I have enjoyed my life with Him in the shadows, but now I see Him face to face. We all have to remember that as life's journey comes to a halt, only the essence of our lives remains...that should be the fragrance of our relationship with our Creator...So as we all travel along life's journey, Always, never forget, that one day it will be your story told...So let us make sure that Jesus Christ is the Main Character in our life story today."pt.3

"13 But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers and sisters,[a] about those who have died,[b] so that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. 14 For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have died. I Thessalonians 4:13,14"

"The Geneva Moravian Fellowship extends to our beloved sister Rev Nicqi Ashwood our deepest condolences. Nicqi is a foundational member of the fellowship and as such her mummy Myrtle became our mummy. We were therefore deeply saddened by the loss and we deeply felt Nicqi’s pain.
Nicqi, we assure you of our continued prayers and support during this difficult season. We pray for all your siblings and all the members of your close-knit family, loved ones and friends.
Remember, mum fought a good fight of faith, she finished her mission, and she has left a powerful legacy. By God’s grace, preserve that legacy by keeping in faith in Christ Jesus."

"In many ways and through different media, many have expressed their condolences. I have attached those who sent me a message via email. Good day, sincere condolences to Sis Nicqi and family. May the good memories and God’s love sustain them in the days ahead."

"Dear Nicqi, May good and fond memories come up constantly, to lift you up and strengthen you in the sorrow and pain of the loss of your mom. Hedda and will keep you in the Light through our prayers, and hope to meet you again also in person."

"I am saddened to hear of the passing of Nicqi's Mom. I pray that the peace and comfort of the Lord be with her and her family during this very difficult time. The loss of a loved one brings to the forefront so many feelings. However the good Lord gives us so many promises that we can hold on to in our times of grief. One of which is that the Lord will never leave us nor forsake us. My prayer is that you will hold on to the Lord who has shown you his faithfulness through out your life. May her soul rest in eternal peace."

"My deepest condolences to Nicqi and family. May God’s comforting words and promises be with them and bring them peace at this difficult time of bereavement."

"Greetings Rev Blessings to you and the family , kindly convey my deepest sympathy to Nicqui on the passing of her mom, praying for comfort and strength for her and the family.May her soul rest in eternal peace.🙏🏿❤"

"My sincere condolences to Nicqi and all the family. May they feel God’s comfort and strength. Thank you Rev. May her soul RIP and Rise in Glory."

"I am really sorry to hear of the passing of Nicqi’s mum sister myrtle. It is sad news. I wish to offer our deepest condolences from our family to hers."

"Please express my condolences 💐"

"Dearest Nicqi! What a difficult and sad moment for you! Even more so being far from home and family! May you find peace and consolation. With all our heart and prayers"

"Greetings, So sorry to hear of the passing of Sis. Nicqi’s mom. Please extend to her my sincere condolences. May the peace of God cover her."

"Praying for Niqui and all who are heavy hearted and bereaved. We're with you in spirit."

"Beautiful Queen you will forever be missed. I will always cherish our time together. You always brighten up every room you walked into and shared so much wisdom and guidance. Thank you for loving on me and my family. I am eternally grateful for being able to meet you Queen. Love always, Evangelist Pettis."