Memories of Angela Yvonne. Marie Grandison/Gans

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Angela Yvonne. Marie Grandison/Gans

Germantown, MD, USA

January 25, 1951 - November 8, 2019

Jan 25, 1951 - Nov 8, 2019

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Judith Andrade

Forever in our hearts. Rest well in the arms of the Beloved Creator.

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Judith Andrade

Ever loved, never forgotten ❤️

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Denzil Grandison

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Pekah Wallace

My sincere condolences to the Grandison family and extended clan for your great loss of a very special member of the family. I wish I knew 'Tootsie' better beyond our chance encounters. But knowing the Grandisons was knowing 'Tootsie. RIP 'Tootsie.'

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Bobby Grandison

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Judith Andrade

Despite the sadness of that day it was lovely to get together as the children of two sisters. Angela will... Read more Despite the sadness of that day it was lovely to get together as the children of two sisters. Angela will always be a living memory... Read more Despite the sadness of that day it was lovely to get... Read more

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Yvonne Grandison

Miss Toots, I am still in shock that you are no longer with us. We go back for 50+ years and am reminiscing about the good times we enjoyed. Your sense of humor, generosity and kindness will always live on. Miss you very much especially today. Happy Heavenly Birthday - Miss Toots.

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Bobby Grandison

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Bobby Grandison

I remember the day you were born in Moneague, St. Ann, Jamaica. I heard your very first cry and sadly saw... Read more I remember the day you were born in Moneague, St. Ann, Jamaica. I heard your very first cry and sadly saw you on the day you left... Read more I remember the day you were born in Moneague, St. Ann,... Read more

Sharon Brown

Remembering you with love on your birthday Tootsie Pop! I know the other angels are singing for you in heaven. 🙏🏾❤️

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Grace Campbell-Webb

I never knew Tootsie personally but the essence of her was brought alive over the years through Denny and his fiancé and her kindness towards my mother.

Below is a collaborated poem in this angel’s behalf. RIP

TOOTSIE’S SONG

Melodious
beautiful
and kind
Was the anthem of her mind
Angela from birth she worked hard
and earned her wings
Hence her freedom song begins
Knowing she had passed earth’s test
Heaven welcomed her to rest

Her specialness so rare
sweetness
without compare
Her amusing nature
Would embody her very culture
Aah, Tootsie’s song was filled with wit
sharp and quick and would not quit

her song Lives on

As if to say

Marlon
Loin of my loin
Melodiously strong
Your song is indeed a beautiful one

Riley’s song will be sweet
Cameron’s will soar and
Lincoln’s will endlessly flow

You’ve written your vision
making it clear
Son of mine forever dear

Che
Seed of my seed
Stand ye tall singing your song
I am Loving the one you did for me
Go on baby, live your life in glee

Let your signature be bold
Releasing stories untold
Embracing your specialness

Let your freedom ring
Ripping new melodies
That only you can sing

Tootsie’s Melody is so sweet
Queen Deseree grooved to the beat
Their friendship song was indeed strong
Lyrics received one by one

Tootsie’s harmony was so true,
Her’s was an intentional song
Chiming messages to her young one
Her beautiful lyrics still live on

As if to say

Be relentless Deseree and be true
Give rise to that vision that is you
Birthing Matthew’s Song of Songs

Tootsie’s song was so pure
Easy loving was her delight
Challenging others to the light
Glen and Denny, Bruce and Bobby,
Loving you was always right

Her knights brought texture to her song
Colored each note as they journeyed along
Heart imprinting their song of songs
Theirs was such a precious one

A Topping from the Grandison seed
a rare medley indeed
Some did not recognize the brilliance of her shine
Kindness was her clef note
Loving was her whole note
Wit was her jingle ever so sweet

She touched, she gave, singing her song
Mesmerizing the mind, while dancing along
Her requiem accomplished
masterpiece complete
She now rests at the savior’s feet

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Clive Grandison

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Sharon Brown

Lovely poem Grace! It mirrors her essence beautifully! ❤️ Lovely poem Grace! It mirrors her essence beautifully! ❤️ Lovely poem Grace! It mirrors her essence beautifully!... Read more

Clive Grandison

I could not have said it any better thank you Grace . I could not have said it any better thank you Grace . I could not have said it any better thank you Grace... Read more

Brenda Topping

Beautiful poem , celebrating a great lady, gone far too soon ❤️🙏🏼, Rest In Peace Tootsie, your family will... Read more Beautiful poem , celebrating a great lady, gone far too soon ❤️🙏🏼, Rest In Peace Tootsie, your family will surround themselves... Read more Beautiful poem , celebrating a great lady, gone far... Read more

Judith Andrade

Rest in love and peace dear Tootsie. Your humour, courage and loving ways will always remain close to our hearts.

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Sharon Brown

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Sharon Brown

Rest In Peace My Dear Tootsie Pop. I will always remember you with great affection, I loved your sweet generous spirit. I miss our talks and your weird sense of humor. I will definitely miss you at our wedding. we will light a candle in your memory. I promise to take care of your brother. May the Lord grant you eternal peace. 🙏🏾❤️

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Denzil Grandison

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Denzil Grandison

Today is a day when we would have gathered to wish our beloved and only sister a happy birthday. Our love... Read more Today is a day when we would have gathered to wish our beloved and only sister a happy birthday. Our love will still be shared... Read more Today is a day when we would have gathered to wish ... Read more

Denzil Grandison

Thanks to Grace for her tribute in the sweetest poem one could have ever written for a person and family ... Read more Thanks to Grace for her tribute in the sweetest poem one could have ever written for a person and family she so dearly appreciated.... Read more Thanks to Grace for her tribute in the sweetest poem... Read more

Bruce Lobban

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Bruce Lobban

Remembering my beloved baby sister on this the date of her birth with my love. I miss you my Toots Remembering my beloved baby sister on this the date of her birth with my love. I miss you my Toots Remembering my beloved baby sister on this the date... Read more

Clive Grandison

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Clive Grandison

This poem is in essence Angela ,selfless cheerful and thoughtful, this was her purpose in life and her passion.... Read more This poem is in essence Angela ,selfless cheerful and thoughtful, this was her purpose in life and her passion. She was such ... Read more This poem is in essence Angela ,selfless cheerful and... Read more

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Bobby Grandison

Tootsie was such a fun-loving caring person that it is difficult to come to grips with the fact that she is no longer with us. I would call her every morning close to 9:00am to see how she was doing and would always end up laughing at some crazy thing she just said. I would always look forward to her inquiries as to remembering someone from Moneague or the surrounding areas. She always seemed to remember some trivia about our early life that would jog my memory and bring me back home.
Sweet sis, I still sometimes pick my phone up to call to see how you are doing, but I know you are in great shape now. Love forever, Bobby.

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Clive Grandison

My memories of us growing up the only girl with three brothers, she was in our game of marbles or cricket... Read more My memories of us growing up the only girl with three brothers, she was in our game of marbles or cricket or sitting on dads lap... Read more My memories of us growing up the only girl with three... Read more

Denzil Grandison

My Tribute: My Fiancée always affectionately called her “Tootsie Pop ”which is a candy I believe.  I loved that affection . A very fitting pet name, because she was the sweetest spirit.  She was loving, kind, considerate, loyal and generous to a fault. She gave selflessly.  She was the historian of the family.  She always sought out family connections and was delighted to be in touch with anyone related to the Grandisons or the Toppings.  In many ways she was the heart of the family.  I am particularly grateful for the role she played in the upbringing of my two oldest sons, Byron and Donovan who were like sons to her in their early lives.  I will miss our daily morning talks, her sharp wit and her encouragement.  I was the last to see her, less than forty eight hours to her passing.  On that evening we had our usual exchange of affection but I now wish that last hug was just a little longer.  She is with the angels now and she has gained her wings becoming Angela indeed.  I am grateful for the time we were blessed to have her with us and I will forever treasure and honor her memory. There is a place in our hearts for her that no one else can ever fill.

My Tribute: My Fiancée always affectionately called her “Tootsie Pop ”which is a candy I believe. I loved... Read more My Tribute: My Fiancée always affectionately called her “Tootsie Pop ”which is a candy I believe. I loved that affection . A ... Read more My Tribute: My Fiancée always affectionately called... Read more

Clive Grandison

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Clive Grandison

I so miss our daily talk I so miss our daily talk I so miss our daily talk

Doreen Grandison

Tootsie, dear cuz, we both share the same name, Angela. I remember our days in Moneague, when I came to live... Read more Tootsie, dear cuz, we both share the same name, Angela. I remember our days in Moneague, when I came to live with your Mom and... Read more Tootsie, dear cuz, we both share the same name, Angela.... Read more

Bruce Lobban

My beloved baby sister I miss you so. Tho’ we didn’t see each other (except FaceTime) our daily phone visits... Read more My beloved baby sister I miss you so. Tho’ we didn’t see each other (except FaceTime) our daily phone visits was the highlight... Read more My beloved baby sister I miss you so. Tho’ we didn’t... Read more

Cynthia Fletcher

Remembering my dear friend Tootsie on her birthday. So happy that we kept in touch throughout the over 65... Read more Remembering my dear friend Tootsie on her birthday. So happy that we kept in touch throughout the over 65 years that we knew... Read more Remembering my dear friend Tootsie on her birthday.... Read more