On the morning of December 12th, 2010 at 5:00a.m. in Nassau, Bahamas, a beautiful handsome baby boy weighing 6lbs 7oz entered into this world where he was first greeted by his young parents Alton and Shantaleace Marshall. They named him Alton Timothy Marshall Jr.
Being the only child at that time, AJay which he was affectionately called by those who know him; was spoiled and loved by his parents. At an early age we began to see his love for laughter, humor, and music.
AJay along with his long beloved pacifier began his early education at Sunny Days Christian Academy Preschool. After graduating and parting ways with his pacifier he began his primary education at Ridgeland Primary School where he first experienced and participated in Junior Junkanoo. He continued his primary school education at Holy Name of Mary Hamilton, Ontario Canada, and thereafter completed his studies at Cleveland Eneas Primary School. After completing his primary studies AJay began his junior high school studies at S.C. McPherson Junior High School where he was a part of the school's band and baseball team.
AJay took his role as a big brother to his siblings Jeremiah, Charity and Trinity very seriously. He was a big brother indeed. He always looked out for them and made sure they did their chores including his, just so he could sneak on the phone to talk to his “girl”. He was always a smooth handsome young man who always liked to be clean and “fresh up”. His famous line was “Daddy can I go to the barber early in the morning before school for a shape up?” Just so it was freshly cut for school.
AJay is a prankster, and would often times find humor in everything. AJay also loved to dance, as he would have dance off with his parents and siblings at home. He is also a master of imitating people, as he would imitate his dad often lol; especially when he travels for work. AJay would say to his mom “I’m the man of the house and everything must run by and through me lol.
”AJay’s is very passionate about music and performance. He never had a favorite song, but his favorite band group was the Jackson 5.
AJay was very much involved in activities at Church of God of Prophecy Palm Tree. He took part in Christmas program where he had leading roles. He took communion and he was a worshipper; he also ensured during the worship that his siblings were worshipping. There were times when persons not present to play their and he would eagerly step up and fill the roles during service; whether it's reading a scripture, or saying a prayer, AJay was very active when attending the service.
AJay joined the Bahamas Junior Brass Band in 2019, starting off with the symbols; then the following year he passed the symbols to his little brother and began to play the drums. He was also a member of The National Children’s Choir.
In 2022, AJay along with his brother joined their father in the Shell Saxons Superstars Junkanoo Group where he played the trumpet. Although they lost that year, AJay did not become discourage, however he was determined to never give up. That following year Saxons became the champions of the 2023 Boxing Day Parade and 2024 New Years Parade. His following comments were “Saxons boy, we coming 4 straight this year!”.
On Monday June 17th, 2024 AJay rushed on to eternity. AJay was always full of life, excitement, adventures, and love; but most of all he was a humble and respectable young man.
His life, energy, love, laughter, humility will always be remembered and cherished by those who know and love him:Father: Alton MarshallMother: Shantaleace MarshallBrother: Jeremiah MarshallSisters: Charity and Trinity MarshallGrandparents: Alvin and Melanie Marshall, Anderson II and Zina SandsAdopted Grand Mother: Apostle Cassandra PuhindeiAunts: Alverne Major, Alexis Marshall, Charmaine Marshall, Aingeal Sands, Paige Adams, Risnell Elliot, Alleia Edgecombe Uncles: Alastor Marshall, Anderson Sands Jr., Henderson Sands, Lavardo Maycock, Nathaniel Adams, Timothy KnowlesGreat Grandmothers: Rainadell Marshall and Rosabell Wilson Godparents: Shyonda Johnson, Georgiann Arthur, Joy Armbrister, Tishka Lam, Jouelle Dawkins, Gerrard Butler, Donathon Collie, Min. Antonio Cash, Jeremy Roker, Kenton Whylly, Lavardo Thompson. Grand Aunts and Uncles: Pastor Willis and Andrea Saunders, Van and Eugenia Roberts, Melissa Ferguson, Antoinette Knowles, Thomas and Darnell Frazer, Carolyn McPhee, Andrew and Samuel Sands, Cedric and Pastor Ellena Williamson, Vencil and Minister Cyprianna Major, Apostle Christopher and Apostle Anna Russell, Minister Marcia Saunders; Minister Patricia Humes, Minister Leon and Ramona Wilson, Chief Petty Officer Reserve Rudolph and Shavaughn Wilson, Bishop Stephen and Edith Cefort, Clayton and Keishla Wilson, Elder Lynden and Mildred Ramsey, Ivan and Charo Charles, Van and Gregory Wilson, and Olga Cartwright; Minister Lelio and Sonia Charles, Joseph and Minister Mildred Miller, John Henry and Renea Marshall, Dorothy Huyler, Grace Strachan, Mary Sargeant, Charmaine and Marva Marshall.Great Grand Aunts: Adline Fowler, Lorna Taylor, Geraldine Smith, Eunice Sherman, Ethel and Myrtle Sands.Cousins: Henderson Sands Jr, Jeremy, Zariah, and Ani Major, Alastor Jr., and Allasia Marshall, Kayla Nevers, Tayla Nicholls, Shonte Miller, and Dominic, Quinton Weech, Vanessa and Shavanya Roberts, Captain Lamont Darling, Willissa, Whitney and Williesha Saunders, Kenneth Knowles Jr., Takeio Frazer, Donnie and Pastor Dezrae Rolle, Yvette, Shanny and Kenneth McPheee, Giaordano Farrington, Minister Christopher and Deeborah Russell, Joshua Russell, Michaela and Nathaniel Hart, Venzano and Antonique Major, Vencil and Shakara Major, Lumar Saunders, Pastor Vogel and Minister Latoya Griffin, Shawn and Cherise Sands, Shawniece, Andrew Jr., Britney and Sharell Sands, Michael, Miranda, and Jayla Sands; Cyril and Linrose Morris, Solomon and P.C. 4155 Patrick Humes; Leonique and Nathan Taylor, Ramona and Troy McPhee, Leon Jr. and Gisel Wilson, Raemon and Symone Wilson; Petty Officer Dale Ellis Jr., Otressa and Keno Hanna, Charles Ellis; Wayde Jr., Rolando, Fabion, Delvon, and Waianya Wilson; Allan, Gregory, Crystal and Shanae Wilson; Rodesha, Rudolph Jr. and Jaden Wilson; Stephen Jr. and Aneisha, Sharon and Samon Cefort; Jamaal Wilson; Clayton III, Anferney and Kiahela Wilson; Chanavia, Chamiah, Ivan and Angell Charles; Paulette and Kirkwood Campbell, Antonio Sr., Glendenning, Eliazer, Kingsley, and Lynden Charles; Mark and Wandle, Dudley, Alfonso Burrows, Timothy Curry, Amanda Markers, Clement and Deandra Strachan, Jermaine, Selena and Stacey Marshall, Deandra Sargeant, Leanne, Christina, Lavone and Christopher Rolle, Andrew Jr., Andre, Nathanal, Natario, Nashano, and Andrea Marshall; Nurse Rojina and Marcus McKenzie; John, Jaron, Ry’Shann, and Ry’Naisa Marshall. Other Relatives and Friends of the Family: The Late William and Muriel Marshall children, The Late Chester and Grace Rolle children of Bimini, The Late Jervis and Leah McPhee and children, The entire McPhee, Sands and Marshall Family, Marina Lee, Vanlock and Jan Fowler, Shirley Brown and Family, Rudolph and Deborah, Rosnell Horton, and Natalie, Pastor Althea and Family, Yvedie Leslie, Yvone, Alvira, Barbara, Whitmore, Kevin and Family, Donna Woods and Family, Deangelo Lundy; The Hon. Myles Kentworth LaRoda; Bishop Hulan A. and Valerie Hanna and The Church of God of Prophecy East Street; Bishop Anthony T. Roker and Church of God of Prophecy Palm Tree Avenue; Bishop Woodley and Vernique Thomspon; Judea Baptist Church; Life Line Worship Center Hamilton Ontario, Canada; Vola Francis and the Shell Saxons Superstars Junkanoo Group; S. C. McPherson Junior High School Principle, Staff, Teachers, Students, Band and Baseball Team; Directors and Manager of SunCash, Delta Air Lines Omega Aviation; Ministry of Tourism; Kooltech Airconditioning Family; Church of God of Prophecy Bahama Youth Brass Band and Junior Brass Band; Bishop Delano and Lorinda Rolle and Action City Church of God; Minister Antonio and Minister Wendy Brennen and Family; Joanna Bowleg (Proprietor) and Elegant Touch Photography; Anwar Jr and Ashton Moss, George and Donnell Rolle and Family, Pastor Cecil and Sis. Princess Knowles and Family; Bishop Chester and Letty Rolle and Family, Gavardo and Dr. Ghandi Thompson, Bertram and Veronica Bowleg and family; Government High School Alumni; Monique Davis and Family (Florida), Bernadia Forbes and Family; other family and friends too numerus to mention.
