Anthony Harry Knowles was born onAugust 8, 1957 to the Late Leon and Lillymae Knowles in his beloved city of Nassau,Bahamas. Anthony, better known as “Gums” was the third child of seven childrencreated from this union. Anthony loved his community of St. James Road andlived there from his sunrise to his sunset.
Anthony received the fundamentalsof his education at Eastern Preparatory School on Shirley Street then continuedon to Eastern Junior School. He completed his high school education at Pyform SecondarySchool. At the age of 15, Anthony dedicated his life to the seas. He began histraining under Asa Peirce then eventually Ted Knowles and sailed with the TidalWave Racing Sloop. Anthony was always a strong, resilient hard worker, whoeventually elevated himself to boat captain. He began his professional career carryingout many charters at Nassau Yacht Club, Hurricane Hole and Holiday Inn. As abeloved boat captain for over 40 years, he navigated countless voyages withskill and passion. He was appointed Ambassador of Paradise Island because ofhis warm smile and deep love for the ocean. Anthony sailed for many people from all walks of lifeand from around the world. Through his unwavering commitment to his career asboat captain, Anthony continued to sail until the time of his illness.
In 1989, Anthony met Kelly Miller,which sparked the beginning of their relationship. In 1995, they married and eventuallywas blessed with beautiful twin boys, one of whom passed away shortly afterbirth, while Anthony Jr., continued to bring love and joy to his life.
In 2019, as a result of tremendousweight loss, this prompted Anthony to get tested. It was discovered that he hada rare form of blood cancer and would undergo numerous treatments andtransfusion. Anthony received treatment in Chicago and then eventuallytransferred to The University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive CancerCenter. After careful consideration, Anthony, made the choice to spend theremaining time at home, surrounded by the love and support of family andfriends.
With open heart and sound mind,Anthony accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of his life. On December 26th,2023, he answered the call of his Lord and Savior and peacefully passed away,surrounded by his family.
As the tides carry you to eternalshores, may your adventurous spirit and love for the sea continue to inspireus. Fairwinds and following seas on your final voyage. You will forever remainthe captain of our hearts.
Left to cherish his legacy andloving memories are: SON: AnthonyKnowles Jr.; BROTHERS: Kirk, Alvin (Gina) & Supt. Bradley Craig (Joan)Knowles; SISTERS: Louise Adderley & Patrice (Robin) Nichols; NEPHEWS:Alvin Jr. (Ternia), Craig Jr., Amarion, Angelo, Aljero, Alexander, Fritzgerald,Donn (Yvette), Daks (Cindy) & David (Antionette) Knowles, Stanley (Earlene)Adderley, Rudolph Minnis, Deshannon & Thimo; NIECES: Alvarez (David)Farrington, Alicia, Althea & Jasmine Knowles, Sasha, Summer & SevyyNichols, Jackie (Earl) Hall, Veronique (Franklin) Russell, Shioban Knowles,Vanessa, DeShawn, Dionne, Gina Clare, Donnell, Davina & Debbie Knowles; GRANDNEWPHEWS & NIECES: Daveigh & Daejah Farrington, Alvin AllenKnowles, Siena Armbrister, Fiztergarld Knowles Jr., Sabra, Nikeria, Buster,Deangelo, Davis, Jose` Simms, Nederia Stuart, Donn Carlos Jr., Donte, D’Avion,Danielle Knowles, Devante Neely, Ashley, Gia & Genise Smith, StephenellBain, Davian Lee, Reynaldo, Alyssa & Alia Suarez, Christian & DariusKnowles, T’Neisha & Latrelle Knowles; ADOPTED SONS: TyroneDarling & Adam Knowles GODCHILDREN: Ruby Rolle, Erick Kemp EXTENDEDFAMILY: Kelly Knowles of Chicago, IL, Quincey Kemp, Shelia Cartwright,Shena Carol, Louie & Timmy Hart, Wendal Munnings, Lee Armbrister, Ty Roker,Steve & Shirl Lieber, Mr. & Mrs. Fleming, Barbara D. Williams ofIndianapolis, IN, Rick & Karen Lightbourne of Indianapolis, IN, Margaret J.Green of Danville, IL, Jason,Kim & Mrs. Jerry of Indianapolis, IN.; OTHER FAMILY& FRIENDS: Leonard Roker & Family, Wallace Rolle & Family,Loftos Roker & Family, Hellen Darville, Oramae Pinder, Wesley, Illene, Dylliss,Derrell & Mark Smith, Malvese Adderley, Oralee (Zek) Adderley, Felicia, Melissa,Desmond & Georgina Darville, Mykal Taylor, Brenda Rose & Family,Calvise Walkes, Paulame Bain & Family, Patricia & Paul Ferguson, SaraButterfield, Carolyn Coakley & Family, Enie Boyd & Family, Lawrence Clarkeof Miami, FL, Shelly Smith & Family, Hellen Edwards, Bertha Albury, Marva Armbrister,Patricia Cleare, Elcine Major & Family, Gladys Miller & Family, Karen Kikivarakis,Alana Brice, Constance Gibson, Linda, Derek McKinzie, Rose Barrett, Reginald& Andrea Cox, Johnny & Jamie Adderley, Fiona French, Shelly Dittmar,Anthony Adderley, Juran Armbrister, Lynn Hutchenson, Linda Penn, Black Point &Staniel Cay Community, St. James Road Family, St. Margaret Church Family, LongIsland Family, The University of Chicago Medical Center Dr. Adam Duvall &Staff, The University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer CenterDr. Lekakis & Staff, The Poinciana Recovery Center Dr. Cash & NurseCash and Staff, Bishop Neil & Lady Patrice Ellis, Bishop Delton & AnnaEllis, Pastor Rickeno Moncur, The Mount Tabor Church Family, Prime Minister Rt.Hon. Phillip Brave Davis and Mrs. Anne Marie Davis, The Management & Staffof The Tribune, Blue & Friends, Everette Nixon, Bahamas Daybreak Crew, TidalWave Family, Staniel Cay and Black Point Family, Julian Brown and the Staff ofBenchmark Limited Group of Companies.
