UPDATED: Teen boy’s body fished from the sea

Jamecia St. Ville

The body of 13-year-old Daniel Joseph of Boetica was fished from the sea on Thursday afternoon.

Joseph, along with his 15-year-old cousin Jamecia St. Ville and other friends were engulfed by a huge wave during a beach picnic at Riviere Cyrique on Wednesday.

Joseph’s body was found off the coast of Petite Savanne at about 4 p.m. He was a student of the Goodwill Secondary School. The search continues for St. Ville, a Wesley High School student.

After receiving information from two reliable sources, DNO earlier reported that St. Ville’s body had also been found. However, this is not so.

“They along with others were picnicking at the Secret Beach in Riviere Cyrique [and]  a huge wave engulfed them and up until the time of reporting they had not yet been found. An official complaint has been launched. Coastguard officials responded promptly and conducted a search in the area,” Police Public Relations Officer Inspector Claude Weekes said.

The incident occurred between 5 and 5:30 p.m, Weekes said.

A relative told Dominica News Online that the sea was rough on that day, however the two other friends were stronger swimmers and managed to save themselves.

Weekes noted earlier Thursday that the search was hampered by rough seas.

Daniel Joseph

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171 Comments

  1. August 1, 2010

    jamacia cant stop crying misss u soooo much baby gurl may ur soul rest in peace n may the might god old ur family tight . god knows wats his doin

  2. Dolly
    July 30, 2010

    My heart goes out to these two young people. I’m sure they had a great inportance in the future. Another young life gone. What a waste! To the family, Keep strong..God is with you..!! Love,

    Dolly

  3. Ms. Abraham
    July 25, 2010

    I have to go to Daniel Joseph funeral today and I know it is going to be a sad time.
    He was a good student and well loved. It is not common to get a student like him. But God knows why he took him home.

    It was a joy being his Form Teacher. I will always remember the times he came to the Reading Room and said “Miss I just come to see you” I would say laughingly, Daniel get off the First Form Block but he would only laugh and say, “well that is where you are”……. In class he was cool. The other students in my class liked him and got on well with him.

    I will always remember him.

    To the family …. Be strong , Be brave, Hold on to the rich memories he left you with.

  4. student from the Convent High School
    July 22, 2010

    I did not know Jamieca and Daniel but when I heard this I began crying I got an instant heach ache and my body was filled with goosebumps. I am 13 years and I never took life serious but today I think I learned a lesson that I am never to young to die and do not take life for granteed. Always live your life like there is no tomorrow.

  5. It is with great sadness that we learn of the tragic deaths of these two young children, and we would like to express our sincere and heartfelt symphaty to the families, Other people can comfort and console us in our grief.They can be part of the healing, but only after all the waves of mourning have washed through our lives. Comfort can come only after we can accept death as a reality… and only as Jesus brings us to the realization that physical death is not the end. Death is not the extinguishing of the light—-it is the putting out of the lamp because the dawn has come . The Lord brings one adventure to an end, only to open another to us. He is tireless and inexhaustible. With Him we must be ready for anything. Our thoughts are with you always.

    BABY

  6. Mrs Sylvester former teacher Wesley High School
    July 21, 2010

    It is with great sadness that I express my condolences to the family and close friends of Jamecia and Joseph. My eyes are filled with tears as I bring myself to understand how sucha bright and good spirited and god fearing young girl such as jamecia could be taken away so suddenly from everyone who loved her so much.

    At this time I would just like the parents of such a kind hearted child to just be strong and leave the rest to god. For he giveth and he takeeth. Only he knew what was Jamecia’s future and who are we to question how and when she will depart from us. To the many friends and her teachers at School who I Know is greatly affected and saddened by this news, seek comfort in each othe and most of all in God.

    To all young people right now on summer vacation, be safe be cautious and make the right choices as to where you spend your time.
    Rest in peace Jamecia and Joseph.

  7. unknown
    July 21, 2010

    cant image wat the family is going through my heart goes out to all u may god continue to guide all you through this sorrow

  8. CANADIAN
    July 20, 2010

    I AM SO SORRY TOO HEAR THIS IT HAPPEND TOO ME WHEN I WENT TOOO MAMI I WAS LUCKY THAT A FISHING BOAT WAS OFF SHORE WERE IT WAS AWITTING SOME FISH , THEY TOOK ME INTO THE BOAT AND WENT BACK TOO SHOER MY PERENTS WERE SOO EXCITED AND WAS CRYING THEY SAW THAT I HAD TOO BE DRIVEN TOO THE CLOSET HOSPITAL THE DOCTORS HAD TO OPEN UP MY MOUTH AND SUCK OUT THE SEA WATER OUT OF MY SOMACTH IWAS ONLY 11 ON THE DAY OF THE INCIDENT NOW THE REASON WAS BECAUSE I TRUSTED A GIRL NAMED TRACIAN TOOO TEACH ME HOW TOO SWIM AND SHE LEFT ME IN THE WATER AND WENT ON SHORE SOO NOW I CAN CHOSE MY FRIENDS WIESLEY AND BE CAREFUL IF I TAKE A LUNATIC TOO BE MY SWIMING TEACHER PLEASE ACCEPT MY SYMPATHY AND MAY THEY REST IN PEACE.

  9. CANADIAN
    July 20, 2010

    I AM FROM CANADA I CAME TOO DOMINICA AND LOVED IT THEIR ,NOW I AM HEARING SOME BAD NEWS ABOUT A YOUNG BOY BEING FISHED OUT OF THE SEA ……………………………………OHH MY GOSH I AM FEELING THE PAIN FOR HIS PERANTS ANDD I AM FEELING IT FOR THE GIRLS PERANTS AND HOPE AND PRAY THAT THEY FIND HER SOON ,MY SMPATHY GOES OUT TOO THOSE WHO THEY LOST …………………………..PERANTS PLEASE TAKE CARE OF UR CHILDREN AND WATCH THERE FIRENDS AND WHO THEY HANGING AROUND WITH U CAN NEVER JUGDE A BOOK BY ITS COVER U NO NEVER CAN U ETHIER SAY OHHH SHE IS MY BFF THEREE IS NPOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO SUCH THING

  10. Hollywood
    July 20, 2010

    Thank God for life cuz u never know wat happens tomorow….I am really sorry bout de incident and i send out a heart felt condolences to the family of jahmzy and daniel…May u guys get strengh and courage to bare wat u are goin thru rite now.

  11. Hollywood
    July 20, 2010

    This reminds of 2 summers ago wen i was engulfed by a wave on the pacific side at castlebruce and i almost lost my life at about 4pm also…..i was almost pronounced dead .When my family heard the news of these two children they were in sorrow and grief jus rememberin wat had happened to me…i wud lie to tel the family too hold storng and its gonna be ok..accept my sympathy i know how u feel……R.I.P

  12. July 20, 2010

    i lost my uncle couple months ago… and its very hard to bliv that his gone…. to the family an friends of the victims, i will keep you all in my prayers… to be strong, they are gone, but am sure that they are in the hands of god…. they will guide you all and keep u all safe… they were two nice persons.. and they are nw taken good care of, R.I.P to you all….. hey daniel i remember that day u came to buy that chicken… that was the first time i talk to u…u was very polite to me…. u wanted one of the best chicken.. lol…. i’lll miss you alll nuff love to you all…..

  13. niko stcroix
    July 19, 2010

    I did not know you when i came to your aunt house in jan 2010 you were still asleep so i only had a glance of you.(jamecia) i should I have awaken you and tell you who I was. Now it is too late.may the good lord guide guard and proctect your family. your uncle pepsi took it so had he could not sit here in stcroix and don’t do a thing so he left to be with your mums and dads. To the family be strong.God gives and God taketh away. jamecia and daniel rest in peace. .. l
    we ‘ll keep you in our prays. uncle pepsi and corona in st croix

  14. nao
    July 19, 2010

    It is very hard to digest such a tragic accident of these two student. my heart goes out to the family and friends.
    M ay their soul rest in perfect peace.

  15. skg
    July 18, 2010

    Oh My!!!! May your Soul Rest In Perpetual Peace you are home with your maker where there is no more tears no more sorrows. One day you will be reunited with your family. To the family and friends please accept my deepest sympathy i do not know you and your family but i was so hoping he would be found alive. The lord giveth and he taketh away. R.I.P young son

  16. July 18, 2010

    My sympathy goes out to the family and friend of both victims. may you all soul rest in peace….. to the family i pray that you all be strong cuz i kno wat its lik to loose a family member…. to daniel .. he was a good student of the good will secondary skool… jamecia i went to skool with her she was also a nice person….. r.i.p to you all

  17. weh borday
    July 18, 2010

    just so people dying!!! OMY ! i fraid to come d.cA

  18. Babychris James
    July 17, 2010

    R.I.P Daniel Joseph and Jamecia St vIlle may u all soul rest in peace….
    ma sympathy goes to the family….God be with you all…

  19. Sir Paul (Bert)Goodwill Secondary School
    July 17, 2010

    FROM ALL YOUR FRENDS OF FORM 203.
    THERE IS A PRECIOUS KIND OF FRIEND WHOS SUCH A JOY TO KNOW, A FRIEND WHO SEES ALL YOU CAN BE AND SPURS YOU ON TO GROW, A FRIEND WHO PRAISES EACH SUCCESS AND YET SPEAKS FRANKLY, TOO. OF CHANGES THAT CAN HELP BRING OUT THE VERY BEST IN YOU. A FRIEND WHO COMES INTO YOUR LIFE BRINGING HAPPINESS AND LOVE A FRIEND LIKE THIS IS PRECIOUS A RICH BLESSING FROM ABOVE.
    FROM
    LINTON
    KEVIN
    KYLE
    CURTISON
    RUDY
    JULIAN
    OSBORNE
    DILAN
    MARKIE
    DENZEL
    DANIEL
    DANE
    MICHAEL
    DEVRY
    JARED
    KERDEL
    MIKEO
    MARTHICA
    TANISHA
    DEANN
    SAMANTHA
    KIMRA
    NICHOLIA
    MALICA

    WE LOVE YOU

  20. Baby T
    July 16, 2010

    may their soul rest in peace,and may God help their family.

  21. kerrygrante
    July 16, 2010

    My sympathy goes out to the family and friend of both victims. May God give you the strength you need to go through this time of deep sadness. One day God will wipe the tears from our eyes and death will be no more.

  22. dominican up in gwada
    July 16, 2010

    oh gosh this is sad news comin from my county.my condolances goes out to the family.

  23. Belly dancer
    July 16, 2010

    Sorry to hear about your brother sherms and nasha. I went school with you guys and can rememeber when he was always with you guys and loved to trouble me. Just hold on tight and keep praying and have faith in the lord. May his soul rest in peace.

  24. boetica man
    July 16, 2010

    may you all souls rest in peace…. it will be a tough time for the families, but god works in mysterious ways.. god bless you all.

  25. sada wesley high student
    July 16, 2010

    To hear wat that was very sad to hear. But i still can’t believe that she’s gone. its also hard to us students and especially the class of 3 alpha.we lost one of our best frens everyone loved.And i don’t ever think we the students of wesley high can neva forget wat happen and also the students of the GoodWill secondary school.that was a very hard lost for we the class of 3 alpha, their families and frens but we all know that they are now in a good place and that our saviour jesus christ is taking good care of them.The last time i saw her was last assembly but we her frens and family were not expected to see her in this type of condition. JAMZY!!!!!! and Daniel WE WILL ALWAYS MISS U AND HAVE U guys IN OUR HEARTS .and i hope that your families keep on prayin becuz u will be OK.

  26. hippssy
    July 16, 2010

    So sorry to hear of this sad situation.May their souls rest in peace,and may their family be strong.God is in control.He knows best.

  27. Shares your pain
    July 16, 2010

    A few years ago we experience the same horrible loss and all our hearts were broken. The tears you cry are real, and I know how the family of Daniel and Jamecia feels. His body was found and that was a relief to us, because at least we could say goodbye. I am happy they found Daniel and I pray they find Jamecia as well. To the family, hold fast to your faith in God…he never gives us much more than we can bare. His will are not ours and so trust that he knows why this had to happen. Be strong…and pull your strength in his word and prayer.

  28. Teen in Grief
    July 16, 2010

    I feel the pain of their families because i to have felt that same pain just recently when i lost my brother and i still do its not easy to get over. may the lord be with the families may he be their comfort and their guide during this trying time for he alone can help them get over their grief.

  29. July 16, 2010

    so sad to read that news,to the family be strong and god will take care of the rest.rest in peace .

  30. July 16, 2010

    This is a very sad situation. The sea was really rough that morning. I don’t even think the fish were cpmfortable in it. I won’t put the blame of death on anyone; but being from the South East of Dominica, I believe that everyone should know how the sea behaves, and when we should and should not bathe in it.

    Secondly, Secret beach is a very dangerous place for sea bathers. A local resident once told me, the first time that I visited there; that thaT PLACE HAS ALOT OF STRONG CURRENTS on either side of the beach so its best to bathe in the center.

    But every thing happens for a reason. I reccommend that when ever people are going sea bathing in a place that they are not familiar with that they get some local person to show them the area and caution them as well.

    May their souls rest in peace.

  31. Gertrude Toussaint-Florent
    July 16, 2010

    Our heart felt condolences to the families of those who are asleep, the Boetica community, and the Seventh Day Adventist family. Be comforted and find strength in the Word of God. For we know we all will endure pain in life, but God promises to never leave us nor forsake sake. So as you grieve, may your souls be comforted in the Lord. As the Word says “But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. 14 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. 15 For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep.
    16 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: 17 then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. 18 Wherefore comfort one another with these words.

    Take courage and be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Those of us in the Houston area are lifting the families and community up in prayer. God is able! For we look forward to that day when there will be no more pain, no more sorrow, nor more heartache and to live eternally with our maker!

    With much love from the brethen in Houston, TX

  32. not nice
    July 16, 2010

    all the best to the family you all help raise me too like i was your own…i know it was not easy to grow these kids and to such a tragic demise no one can take that pain away but god knowing the parents personally i know the are soft hearted but i hope god give you strength…all the best!!!!

  33. desra cuffy pierre
    July 16, 2010

    i am so sorry 4 the family of the late darnel joseph and jamesia st.ville R.I.P they are in a better place now… may god be with the family and friends………. yhis is such a sad moment but God will see you all through……….. hold strong

  34. NICKIELLE,LUCY NICK, MOTHY,CLAYTA
    July 16, 2010

    hey pato,ann,james,dando b strong in the lord & in the power of his might i cant say i know what u r going thru but we r thier 2 support u r in our prayers we love u guys & REMEMBER GOD is in control

  35. Adeline Barreau from the Goodwill Secondary School
    July 16, 2010

    To the famillies and friends of Daniel Joseph and Jamecia St ville
    May the good Lord almighty shine upon these famillies and freinds , keep on trust in God , pray , and sing unto his name and never let him down .

    oh my boy Daniel die wi i will miss you in School eh every where i am he has to call me to make sure that he and his sister ( Lovette ) are at School
    may your soul rest in peace my dear friend

    BE STRONG

  36. kishma, andy ,anderson ,alvin ,kerisha and your loving aunty bertille
    July 16, 2010

    thank god that they found my cuz praise the lord . aunty hold strong i now it was your only boy but fod is good he gave him to our family for a reason for 13 years and he was a joy to all of us we will keep pray for you for you to a strong like the saying goes the good lord gives and takes lets not ask why never question him. and to the st. ville famaily god is good just hold on stong

  37. July 16, 2010

    R.I.P……….gone but not forgotten ……life is really short…but they in a better place now

  38. hurt
    July 16, 2010

    This is sad hold strong to the family God is good.

  39. princess v
    July 16, 2010

    R,I.P cuzz ,JEMICIA WE WILL ALL MISS YOU.

  40. la reina
    July 16, 2010

    All is in your hands Lord. At least they found their bodies so the families hv some closure. May you be comforted through your time of grief. I really feel for you… Just remember this song: “Comforter” by Cece Winans. God Bless you!

  41. SERIOUSLY!
    July 16, 2010

    @elizabeth xavier: Very nice lecture. I wish you would practice what you preach. Living a life that is pleasing to God is not only going to church. It is ‘whatsoever you do to the least of my brothers’.

  42. Grace
    July 16, 2010

    May God comfort and strenghten the family at this time. God Bless love Anastasia and all the family
    London.

  43. shy
    July 16, 2010

    Praise the lord am happy that they all has found, so at least the families will have some closure, Now to the families let me say to you …. you never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have and right now i know thats the choice you all have so continued to be strong God is with you all and may your children rest in peace .

  44. SMDH
    July 16, 2010

    May the souls of the two of you rest in peace.

  45. July 16, 2010

    As a young child growing in the East side in D/ca, I remember being told the sea in that area in rough, and you do not go and play, swin or any thing down there. Does’nt the kids now not being told the same thing. Up to 1999 when I came back to D/ca a young lad lost his life in the same area. Come on peopls get with it, and sign post the place to save lives. Such heat break for the two family.

    May you both rest in peace, in the arms of the Lord.

  46. Anti-hate
    July 16, 2010

    Anyone who’s ever lost a close family member or friend knows what this family is going through right now.

    To lose kids just starting out in life, full of unrealized potential is the hardest pill to swallow. Sad story all around…

    RIP kids and to the family and friends hold on to the positive memories they brought you in their short time on earth

  47. Myrtle and family san Diego
    July 16, 2010

    2 young children realy gone to soon,our deepest sympathy goes to the family,u all are with the man above,from the Raphael”s family in San Diego.

  48. Limegrape
    July 16, 2010

    Oh so sad, I too lost a brother at sea years ago. Take courage in the Lord and be strong.

  49. Concerned individual
    July 16, 2010

    @Don’t Shoot!!!: is this really the time to get on your soapbox? Because it is not your family, you choose to be disconnected! What a shame for this heartless individual and all 26 of you who gave this a thumbs up! This is not a political debate of who is right or wrong!!! Two young children drowned! They DROWNED!!!!!! Let this ring in your minds!!!!! Wrong timing! Allow time for the family to grieve!

  50. July 15, 2010

    When loved ones have passed away, there is no amount of wailing, screaming, or bawling, that will bring them back to us. But the passing away of that person, should put a deep thought into the minds of loved ones and close friends.

    The thought is that: My loved one has passed away, but did he/she lived a Life that pleased God. Is he/she destined to be among the resurrection that Jesus has promised. Will I meet him or her at that beautiful shore? Will the golden bell ring for him/her and me? When the roll is called up yonder, will we be there together?

    Loved ones and friends of those two people who passed away, give thanks to God that He did not allow them to be dead and their bodies lost at sea forever and ever. But He wants you to hold on to Life in the Spirit on behalf of your loved one who has passed away, as you go on to live a Life that is pleasing to God. This Life is the ways of Love, in Spirit and in Truth.

    It is seem as if our young people, our loved ones, are dying like flies and mosquitoes which encountered a blow of pest control as often as we use it against them. But the question always remains. What kind of Life are those young people taking away with. And what is our responsibility as loved ones, on their behalf?

    God does not remember Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, as dead people. Neither should we remember our loved ones as dead, before God, because He will not regard them. For Jesus once said that God is not the God of the dead.

    People of Dominica, if you already know that, just continue to do it, but if you did not know, know it now. You can live with God, on behalf of your loved one who has passed away, just as God wanted him or her to live with Him.

    I recently read: “The Life that lives in the heart of a loved one never dies”. That is exactly what I am saying. But make sure that the Life of your loved one lives in your heart–a heart that continues to be pleasing to God, in Jesus Christ, in Spirit and in Truth.

  51. Ms. Abraham
    July 15, 2010

    @sir paul goodwill secondary school:

    Form Teacher 203, GSS

    Daniel, you were a joy to have in class. I enjoyed being your form teacher. You will be missed but never forgotten. May God bless your family and give them peace at this time.

    Ms Abraham

  52. Dominican in sxm
    July 15, 2010

    Gone to soon , ” And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes ; there shall be no more death , nor crying ; and there shall be no more pain , for the former things have passed away ” ( Revelation 21 : 4 ) .

  53. Connie
    July 15, 2010

    My dear family!! The rest of the family in New york are praying for you and are saddened by this tragedy. God is wrapping his arms around you and he will continue to comfort you during this time of mourning. We love you darely.

  54. Rose (abroad)
    July 15, 2010

    My condolences goes to these family of two, i dont know them but my heart goes out to the family. when i hear things like that happen i just put myself in their place. May God coninue to shower you under his precious blood.

    To the remaining of the family, i’m encouraging you to live a life pleasing unto God because you dont know the day neither the hour when he shall show his face. Today if you hear his voice, harden not your heart.

  55. ??????????
    July 15, 2010

    Young ones lost but by those who they were know and we who have come to know them, they will never be forgotten.

    For staffee, u need to be locked away for u are such a stupid fool

  56. Peace
    July 15, 2010

    Atleast staff tried to put a smile on our faces. Buh no. My family is mourning, Hold strong Flying Brian! They are in Jah care.

  57. 4th form w.s.h Baby A
    July 15, 2010

    Still can’t believe she not found…..keep shedding tears
    she in a better place bt t didnt have 2 be soo early
    u’ll be deeply missed

  58. ~Nikimer & Aunty Rosemarie~
    July 15, 2010

    Wen we heard the news it hit us all as a complete shock!
    something like this was the last thing anyone of us was ever expecting to hear. In such a tragic time I hope that everone will be able to hold on in prayer. Let us all keep Danos in our hearts and minds and remember just by thinking about him he is always with us.

    He will always be missed. My condolences goes out to the St. Ville family.
    May their souls rest in peace.

  59. cutie pie
    July 15, 2010

    Remember when the sun shined so bright,
    you were here and you love me with all your might.
    Now the good lord has taken you away,
    but in my heart you will always stay.
    When you died I didn’t think I could go on,
    but your love assured me it would be okay and I would have to move on.
    There are so many thoughts I left unspoken,
    wishing I could go back and tell you everything that left me heart broken.
    Walking by your casket was to much to bare,
    hearing people whisper this girl is too young to care.
    I know I was just nine when you died,
    but it still haunts me deep down inside
    Sometimes I see you standing there
    and I try to run but you turn into thin air.
    Life will never be the same since your gone
    but one thing you taught me is how to be strong.
    If I could speak to you one last time I would say “why did you have to go so far away?

  60. kel
    July 15, 2010

    its very sad 4 this unfortunate moments.
    my hearts goes out to the family and friends of these young ppl.
    we only need 2 take it one day at a time cause life is short and we never know when we are called
    its not da end of da jornery hold on stronge,
    god has a better plan for them
    may their soles rest in peace RIP

  61. CI
    July 15, 2010

    GOD IS STILL IN CONTROL.

    My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the families of the deceased. May you find strength and be comforted knowing that while the both children are absent in the flesh they are present with the lord. May loving memories of both teenagers remain in your hearts forever.

  62. CHEEKS LARONDE
    July 15, 2010

    O.M.G……………..I HOPE DAT DEY ARE IN THE ARMS OF GOD……………………I JUST WANNA SAY HOLD ON TO THEIR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY GOD GUIDE U AND PROTECT U BUT JUST HAVE FAITH IN HIOM OK……………………..THEY WILL SURELY B MISSED……R.I.P………….

  63. Star
    July 15, 2010

    FATHER GOD KEEP MY FAMILY CLOSE TO YOU IN THIS TIME OF NEED, I PRAY FOR MY COUSINS (Jamecia & Daniel) THAT THEY ARE NOW SAFE AND IN YOUR PRESENCE LORD. AS THEY WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

    I LOVE YOU GUYS AND MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU :)

  64. chemist
    July 15, 2010

    this is very sad indeed!!! sympathies go out to the family and friends…..don’t know these people personally but It has really brought a tear to my eye!! I am just happy that the body were discovered cuz it’s one thing to lose a loved one but even worst to have ever gotten the body!! God bless the families and friends….stay strong!!

  65. Mrs. E
    July 15, 2010

    I’m so sorry, so sorry…my condolences to the family and friends…this just breaks my heart..

  66. shorty
    July 15, 2010

    that my buddy but when is time to go is time to go rip buddy u can no long be a good boy

  67. sad
    July 15, 2010

    Such a sad story. Trust in the Lord

  68. poodel
    July 15, 2010

    one life to liv r i p

  69. Anonymous
    July 15, 2010

    that was my boy but when is time to go is time to go bye buddy be a good boy

  70. Anonymous
    July 15, 2010

    one life to live

  71. RA living abroad for over 26 yrs
    July 15, 2010

    to anonymous u cud not have said it better
    pls ppl have a heart man and encourage instead of being so heartless and harsh
    i have kids too and i can’t even bear thinking of this sadness
    to their loved ones be encouraged

  72. ashley
    July 15, 2010

    my family and i would love to extend our simpathy to u guies seeing that the too is the family of my son and his mom we wish u gods love and protection one love hold on strong

  73. Danno
    July 15, 2010

    i agree with this comment… my heart Goes out to the family.. hold on.. but when u see the sea is rough stay away from it.. u never know what is going to happen.. children or adults need to be told of these things regularly…

  74. ABROAD
    July 15, 2010

    shout … up are you suppose to be more holly than us all …Make sure you never make a mistake you stupid …

  75. $hotta
    July 15, 2010

    hold tight family!

  76. sir paul goodwill secondary school
    July 15, 2010

    JESUS TAKE THE WHEEL

  77. rough water
    July 15, 2010

    i’m also saddened by de inident ……………………………but individuals must learn to understand that when things r how they r for example de roughness of de water u stay away from it. u not go in it an den wen something happens for us to dere cryin like we dat more sad stop it an grow up people an be wise. as the good book says be wise as serpents an harrmless as doves. which means use ur heads make wise decisions……………..

  78. precious stones
    July 15, 2010

    My condolences to the St Ville & Joseph families, may the good Lord bring comfort and strenghthen you in this difficult time.

    Jamecia & Daniel are not dead
    God gave them a smile and welcomed them to a familiar land
    It’s much more warm and fair than the last time they lingered here.

    And though for there familiar voice you yearn
    and everyday you wish for there return.

    They are home atlast comforted by the love of every ANGEL in HEAVEN above.
    For they have found everlasting warmth, beauty and comfort in the hands of God.

    May their souls rest in perfect peace.

  79. sir paul goodwill secondary school
    July 15, 2010

    MY GOD BLESS U ALL IN THIS TIME.
    HE WAS A VERY GOOD STUDENT,HARD WORKER.
    TRUST IN THE LORD ALWAYS AND HE WILL BE OK.
    AMEN

  80. J--THEOPHILLE
    July 15, 2010

    I too join with the people of beotica to offer my deepest sympathy to the family of those two kids,,,,,may GOD give you strengh to bear the pain

  81. Shana
    July 15, 2010

    Danel you are gone but you will still remain our sweetheart. It’s real hard on us, especially aunty Ann and your dad Daniel. I was really looking forward to see you in October, since I haven’t seen you in five long years. Diane and I was talking about you last week, and she told me you went up to 3rd form and how you are a good child, but I guess God had better plans for you. We will all miss you dearly Danel. Aunty Ann don’t give up we are here for you.

    RIP Danos
    Shana Hill

  82. Grieving
    July 15, 2010

    i stil can’t believe this tragedy. it saddens my hear to hear these kinds of stories when young ppl die. i knew jamey and i stil cannot b’live that she’s gone. may ur soul rest in peace. and to the friends and families; be strong. their souls are in a better place

  83. baby-z
    July 15, 2010

    May the Family and friends of the missing children find strenght and comfort throught out this difficult moment!!!

  84. J--THEOPHILLE
    July 15, 2010

    so very sorry to hear of this incident, may GOD help the families of daniel joseph and jamecia st.ville to be strong in this time of pain——-RIP daniel

  85. shy
    July 15, 2010

    Oh my lord two other parents has lost thier kids, lord help us all at a time like this we dont even know who to condole , but all we can do is carry everyone to the lord in pray, and the families of Ashton and these two promising children dont question the good lord just thank him at this time because only he alone knows why he has taken your kids at such a early age, and as he say in his words in everything give him thanks weather good or bad, i have children so i feel the hurts and pain that you all going through right now i can’t take it away but someone who is much bigger than I surly can so lean on him right now pray harder than befor ask him to help you all seek him more than ever and he shall surly direct your path, Let pray father in the name of jesus our soon coming king i bring these hurting families into your hand right now father am not here to question you about your work here on earth, all am asking you is to comfort these parents at this time lord they need you more than ever heavenly father send down your holy spirit, your comforter, guiding Angel at this time lord heel thier hearts and mind Oh Lord let them know weaping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning yes lord glory to your name i thank you in jesus name i pray AMEN.

  86. shatta
    July 15, 2010

    r.i.p,i feel sad 4 real ,y is it the good die young ,y is it only vagrants survive in dominica

  87. I in dat
    July 15, 2010

    @STAFFEE:

    U ARE SO STUPID LIVES WERE LOST AND U MAKING FUN OF THE SITUATION.
    PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILIES AFFECTED.

  88. natalie
    July 15, 2010

    heartfelt to the family God has a reason

  89. kerne lawrence
    July 15, 2010

    This tragedy is not just a loss to their family,not just a lost to Boetica, not just a loss to Dominica, not just a loss to the caribbean but a loss to the world two young energetic individuals at the high school level who had the capacity to affect change and make contributions to our world are leaving leaving us so prematurely anyone with a heart for love sad. These two children i pray that the lord will comfort the parents cause no one can prepare for something like this let alone dealing with it. PARENTS: Patsy and James(Jamecia), Ann and Dando(Daniel) just be strong and may GOD BE WITH YOU!!!

  90. shockeddd
    July 15, 2010

    it’s unbelivable i’m still in shock…it’s sad to see people who have barely lived thier life die the family hold on strong everything happens for a reason…it may be a hard time but hold on..GOD IS IN CONTROL..KEEP PRAYING

  91. caramel baby
    July 15, 2010

    omg its so sad i knew her i hope they get her by the grace of God

  92. July 15, 2010

    Sad to know two young souls have gone.there life on this planet was short but know they are in a better place.blessing to the family and hold strong.

  93. Family in London
    July 15, 2010

    May their Souls Rest in Peace. We are saddened to hear this news and wish you all the strength you need to get through this awful awful time. This is just so sad. From Muriel and Family in London

  94. just a teen
    July 15, 2010

    tht is sooo sad…just goes to show how fast these things happen..my heart really goes out to their family…everything happens 4 a reason….

  95. oh boy
    July 15, 2010

    It always breaks my heart when a child dies. To miss the wonders of life: From early adulthood to middle age to the wonders of the twilight years.

    A brief moment of darkness
    was all that I knew,
    before Heaven’s Gate
    came into my view.

    Loved ones and friends
    I had missed for many years,
    welcomed me with open arms
    and many happy tears.

    All the hurt, fear and pain
    that I have ever known,
    is gone from my life,
    I am finally home

  96. DaQueen
    July 15, 2010

    @STAFFEE: Ure a freaking idiot!!!!

  97. Concerned
    July 15, 2010

    Found Daniel… Jamie where u?

  98. Joanna
    July 15, 2010

    I am from Boetica and i am deeply saddened by this horrible news. I wish their families strength and courage. God hears our prayers and our pain, dont lose hope.

  99. 2side2dastory
    July 15, 2010

    how sad although i dont know none of those people but i wanna send out my deepest condulances to the the relatives and friends God is alive dont give up be strong

  100. BabyGirl
    July 15, 2010

    i heard they found the boy is it true?

  101. CONFIDENTIAL
    July 15, 2010

    IN EVERY THING WE DO GIVE THANKS!!!I PRAY THAT THEY FIND THEM!!!LETS PRAY!!MY HEART GOES OUT TO THIER FAMILY

  102. Tony
    July 15, 2010

    To Jimmy,patty,dando and Ann,my heart goes out to u all at this time I hope and pray that they will be found.i can ema gin wat u all r going through. Jimmy I know from since we were little boys,I remember when I had no shoes u would let me used urs. I feel the pain like its my own kid ,I’m hear crying just like u r doing now. Words cannot express the way I feel. My sympathy goes out to u and every one that is grieving at this moment

  103. Hurt
    July 15, 2010

    Rest in peace and to there parents be strong god is with you

  104. Miss Vern
    July 15, 2010

    My heart goes out to the family of Jamecia and Danel. Danel and Jamecia – active members of the Boetica Cultural Group. On behalf of the members of the Boetica Cultural Group I would like to say to you the family members be strong and let the Lord be your source of strength .Give it up to Him and let him have his way.. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless

  105. Richard Joseph
    July 15, 2010

    To the families of the missing kids, I want to extend my deepest Sympathy, may God Bless you during this horrible day, I pray that they will find the kids to atleast bring some sort of closure and comfort to your hearts.

  106. Don't Shoot!!!
    July 15, 2010

    I’m not trying to be critical, so all those ppl who like to click on the thumbs down button, take it easy.

    I’m just observing that the Canefield Met Office had issued advisories all of last week and this week, about sea-bathers and small craft operators etc.

    I’m just wondering why these teenagers felt that they had to go ahead with a beach party on that day. Couldn’t they have put it off? The summer has just begun. I mean all of us who live in D.A. know what the weather was like for the past time. Even worse, that’s the Atlantic Ocean you’re dealing with. I’m just saying.

    I’m not about criticizing them, I’m just wondering if that tragedy couldn’t have been avoided if common sense and better judgement had been used.

  107. rose
    July 15, 2010

    my heart goesout 2 the families of his children may you all find comfoft and strengh in God he never gives more than e can bear . Parents we need to always know where our children go .I dont send my children on beach or river with no one.Thatsa rough sea with so much rip current .I have a 14 yrs old at GSS so i can well imagine your pain .You are on my mind andmy prayers are with u.BE STRONG.

  108. jay
    July 15, 2010

    Lord have mercy, I am not a mother so I cant even begin to imgine that these parents are going through. I pray that the Lor will comfort you. And to those who think that this is the time to make stupid comments, we all rebuke U in Jesus name

  109. July 15, 2010

    aunty patsy, james, uncle daniel and ann:
    i heard the sad news and could not believe it;
    MAY THE LORD BE UR PEACE AT THIS HORRIBLE TIME OF GRIEF!!
    IM PRAYING FOR U ALLLLLL!!!!!!!!

  110. Ms Peltier, Wesley High
    July 15, 2010

    Dear Lord

    Please help the family and friends of those who are missing at sea in their overwhelming grief. None of us understands why my life is filled with this pain and heartache but I pray that they will turn their eyes to you to find the strength to trust in your faithfulness. I also prayer for the teachers and students of the Wesley High School especially 3 Alpha who are also going through a tough time. Father you are the same God as you were yesterday and nothing is impossible with you. At this time we ask for your hands to be stretched out to protect these teenagers at sea if it is your will. I ask for your compassion and comfort through this tragedy. . Be with each one and everyone of us who are grieving especially the family and help us to keep our eyes on you and to know that your great love will never fail us.

    In Jesus’ name….Amen

  111. Loubiere
    July 15, 2010

    My sympathies to their families. I pray that our Lord will help you through this and he will.

  112. Reasoning
    July 15, 2010

    My heart, my prayers go out to the family. To lose one child is a tragedy, to lose more than one child at the same time is unbelievably devastating. I cannot even imagine what you all must be going through. I pray for comfort.,hope, blessings for you.

  113. liberalone
    July 15, 2010

    was thinking the same thing. grew up in the south east and i have always been deathly afraid of these areas in regards to the ocean. we really need to do more in terms of informing the public of the dangers of rip tides and currents in these areas. i think too many have perished around especially at rosalie also. this is so sad.

  114. kish
    July 15, 2010

    anty i am there to help i will keep praying for all of us and wish that we find him danso ur cuz still love you kishma

  115. July 15, 2010

    this is so sad… my heart goes out to the friends and family… hope their bodies are found and i really hope too that they are alive…

  116. naughty girl
    July 15, 2010

    it so sad…my condolences go out to their family

  117. child
    July 15, 2010

    ..may the family of the missing ones find hope and strength in god ..

  118. Anonymous
    July 15, 2010

    this is so sad..my condolences go out to their family

  119. July 15, 2010

    may god be with them
    i miss them so darely
    hold tight family
    i wish this was all a dream

  120. July 15, 2010

    lord jesus comfort the parents of these children..at least bring some sort of strength and hope to them..words cannot explain what these families may be going through..my prayers are with you…ms paul…w.h.s

  121. ghetto
    July 15, 2010

    they were my family. my sympathy to all the family

  122. ghetto
    July 15, 2010

    its a sad situation two teenagers in our lost their lives we keep on praying for their famillies only God can help us in these times

  123. Anonymous
    July 15, 2010

    I FELL SO SORRY FOR BOTH VICTIMS AND THEIR FAMILIES. ITS SO SAD. ALL WE CAN DO NOW IS LEAVE EVERYTN UP TO THE FATHER UP ABOVE. MY HEART IS WITH U

  124. oh oh
    July 15, 2010

    that is a very sad thing to go through.. i will not understand what the family of these two kids are going through right now. I hope they both are safe and sound somewhere and will be found really soon. it will be very hard to understand that either or both is lost by “i dont wanna say it”….

    pray that God has them in his protection and bring them home safely! awaiting their return

  125. Jah
    July 15, 2010

    Oh my God so sad, May the good lord guide them back home and to the family stay with a positive mind.I well keep you all in my prays

  126. July 15, 2010

    families i feel your pain hoping for a mircle,the good lord is watching over the two teengers.

  127. Julia
    July 15, 2010

    Me and my family are so saddened and in shock by this tragedy,they are both my cousins and I am devastated..We are all devastated.
    PATSY,JAMES,DANIEL AND ANN we love you and our hearts go out to you and all the family.
    All our love from Julia,Aunty Lady,Milan,Albert,Elkin,Eddy,Sherry,Terry,Aunty Jane,Peter,Uncle Rayland,Rochelle,Uncle Andre,Rosleyn,Ronnie,Maria and all the rest of the family.
    London England xxx

  128. kk
    July 15, 2010

    lets hope for the best anty am there to support u every step of the way and will keep praying for the best to happen

  129. hehehe
    July 15, 2010

    I wish that by a miracle that they will be found but this seems really unlikelly at this time.I will say a prayer for the family.

  130. hehehe
    July 15, 2010

    @STAFFEE:I hope that you or yours are never in a situation such as this one.Karma is a bitch that comes round twice fold

  131. Out of South City
    July 15, 2010

    What a sad incident. I trust that they will be found. My thoughts are with the family. Be strong and of good courage during this time.

  132. javelin
    July 15, 2010

    Oh this is too sad. I hope they are found. My God. this is unbearable

  133. July 15, 2010

    May the Good Lord bring comfort and peace to the family and friend of Jamecia and Daniel.Jamecia you will be greatly missed by the Seventh-day Adventist family of the southeastern district and the Pastoral family. God had another plan for you. Her last song will forever remain inprinted in our minds.

  134. bcv
    July 15, 2010

    lets please all pray for the very best for the kids…god is alive…

  135. Cza
    July 15, 2010

    I am so sorry to learn of this sad incident. I pray for the families of these children and hope that they are found asap.
    Every summer this is always a fear throughout the island. Special care needs to be taken when going out with children / students. We can never be too careful.

    Peace of Christ to all especially the family and friends of those lost at sea at this time. My heart goes out to you all…

  136. kimrah
    July 15, 2010

    i am sorry to hear that.may god comfort u this time.i really feel your pain .keep trusting in god hold strong my dear.

  137. July 15, 2010

    Its so sad 4 the pple of boetica nd the families of these teenagers just call on god he’s the only one that can help, thru this difficult time.

  138. SDA family
    July 15, 2010

    i was very saddened by the news. i donot know the children but i can imagine if it was my kids. may the good Lord comfort the grieving fAMILIES at this time. hope that the bodies can be found so that the family can be relieved. the God whom we serve is gracious and good and he never gives you thing you cannot bear but i urge to you is to lean on him, lift your burdens to calvary.

  139. MIG
    July 15, 2010

    @STAFFEE: @ABROAD:

    May your family seek God at this time. Trust in the Lord and lead towards Him for strength. Be strong for you aunt & uncle and family

  140. July 15, 2010

    The entire village of boetica is in mourning. Its a sad sad sad sad time for us.

  141. Homeboy
    July 15, 2010

    What a tragedy.. More education is needed to inform people of the dangerous rip currents that exist on the Atlantic coast. Heavenly Father Yahweh, only you know all the answers.

  142. mournig
    July 15, 2010

    no time to full around this is some serious stuff
    their families r in grief right. now 2 caring cousins lost at sea….they were both my cousins and i will surely miss them it isnt gonna be the same without them being around the ppl in the village of boetica are mourning and so am i..classmates of the two just hold in here and have faith be strong in the lord..only the lord knows y such things happen…no one has 2 go though such hard times but no one knows the time nor the day that they will b gone..so just hold in here…

  143. July 15, 2010

    I am so sad right now. They are my cousins and I taught them at school. Hold on Ann patsy James and Daniel. I understand that coast guard is not even there yet this morning. They called off the search last night and they are not there yet. What’s happening in our country boy?

  144. CONCERNED
    July 15, 2010

    I am disappointed at this person and Staffee.. In a time of tragedy this is not what you think about . It just proves how ridiculous and narrow minded some people are. This is a tragedy for the small village of Boetica and I would think that everyone would be sympathetic and not think of all impossible scenarios

    To all those who pray and still have hope thank you so much for the support to all the others, SHAME ON YOU!

  145. July 15, 2010

    This is so sad lets cont 2 pray fr d st ville’ s and joseph family for it is such a sad time to loose 2 in a village much more 2 loose 2 in a family lets hold tight and continue to trust in the Lord
    Right now all we need is strength from every one ,to cure the pain that ‘s in our heart and it can only be gone thr prayer ………….

  146. diaspora
    July 15, 2010

    it is really painful to find out that u just lost two cousins at sea… my heart goes out to my family back home,,,…. especially to my aunt who just lost her only little boy..

  147. Deeply Saddened
    July 15, 2010

    I pray for my village of Boetica in light of this tradegy that has met us…I don’t know the kids but I know their parents..James, Pat, Ann, Daniel….hold strong..trust in the Lord…he never gives us more than we can bear! I felt like I couldn’t breathe when the news hit across the seas last night…you all are in my thoughts and prayers! Be strong! :-(

  148. Anonymous
    July 15, 2010


    We are talking about 2 lives, 2 human being lost at sea, 2 cousin, families are in pain for their loved ones. PLEASE FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO DO NOT HAVE A HEART if you can’t leave comforting remarks don’t leave none at all. Sad Feeling

  149. contributor
    July 15, 2010

    oh boy my prayers and good wishes are with the families at this time…i just hope they got trapped and are safely hiding somewhere to be found. we need to hope for the best. hold on.

  150. Ramona
    July 15, 2010

    @STAFFEE: people are hurting and you are taking it or a joke. GROW THE ….UP!!!!

  151. Jayson
    July 15, 2010

    Let’s hope for the best…

  152. July 15, 2010

    so sad 2 get these news …… @ staffee how dere u say such a thing!!!!!!!!! it’s notin like dat so shut ur damn mouth….. is it ur family??????? NO …..its not its mine so keep ur negative comment to ur self…….. we are so worried and these are the comments u are puttin!!!!!!!!…… my heart goes out to my family. jamecia ans daniel we will surely miss u guys.i pray dat thy will b protected in the hands of the father

  153. Director General
    July 15, 2010

    Can someon please give the names of the childrens. I am really lost at the moment as i have knw idia as to who went missing?

  154. July 15, 2010

    May you both be returned home safe and well in the name of our Lord.

  155. BabyGirl
    July 15, 2010

    Guidance be with the family..And To my Girl Peachez whose takin it really hard..love you..

  156. BabyGirl
    July 15, 2010

    @STAFFEE: R u stupid or wut?stupes…

  157. newtral
    July 15, 2010

    @STAFFEE:
    You are extremely heartless and callous friend!
    Can’t you realize that some mother and father out there is without a son and daughter.
    I take it you have no children, or don’t know what it means to be part of a family.
    Just be careful what you wish for.

    My heart and prayers go out to the grieving familys.

  158. schoolmate
    July 15, 2010

    this isnt the time 2 make no silly joke about pwe pwe n guadulope
    families r left 2 moaned….loved ones r lost at sea….jemica was my schoolmate….we laughed during snack time….last time i spoke 2 her was last exams…i never thought they sh would be got so early at this young age…..only God knows y such things happen…family friends and classmates hold on strong have faith in lord n he will direct you….no one has 2 go though such hard times but no one knows the time nor the day….hold on strong….wesley high school students have faith in God

  159. ABROAD
    July 15, 2010

    ….THESE WERE TWO COUSINS WHO WERE PART OF A GROUP OF PEOPLE ON A PICNIC…..

  160. ABROAD
    July 15, 2010

    These are my two cousins and no they didn’t try to escape on a bois whatever you want to call it to guadeloupe. A group of young people were on a picnic and the water actually washed away four of them and only two made it back. Now my aunt has lost a daughter and my uncle a son….one of the other guys who made it was also my aunts son…..May there souls rest in peace

  161. sexy b
    July 15, 2010

    no one knows the pain my family is goin thru right now so all those with their negative comments please keep it to ur self

  162. Wash out
    July 14, 2010

    Hope that they are found, adn we shouldnt be makign joke about things like that, the waters around that side of the island is very rough, Rosalie on wards, we should be careful around those places

  163. Concerned
    July 14, 2010

    @STAFFEE: Such an immature statement. God bless those children and may he replace your indifference with wisdom.

  164. oh man
    July 14, 2010

    my beloved cousins…so sad to b in overseas and hearin about the tradegy…imma miss them sooo much
    aunty and uncle and family hold tight and have faith in the lord

  165. sdj
    July 14, 2010

    very verry sad!! to the family trust in the LORD with all your might.

  166. omg!
    July 14, 2010

    Lord i pray that you have granted them your mercy….this is really sad! I can’t imagine what the families are going through now…….. i will say a lil prayer for you all tonite!

  167. helpus
    July 14, 2010

    lord i pray for them and their family i hope and belive is just a lesson they a try to teach their family because they do not want them to be together lord god bring them home back safely tthere a people who love them regardless of what i hope they do come home soon

  168. possie
    July 14, 2010

    @STAFFEE: thats the best thing u can come up with
    these kids have loved ones this si not a joke plz if u dont have at least prayer plz
    dont kid around ps hope they come back home safe

  169. STAFFEE
    July 14, 2010

    Don’t you think that they have tried to escape on a bois pwe pwe to Guadelope.

  170. ManMan
    July 14, 2010

    What a tragedy!!! my my my!!

  171. sally water
    July 14, 2010

    I pray that these Children are sheltered in the arms of the Lord…family hold tight, stay together and continue to trust in the eternal Lord.

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