Empire Funeral Home

🕊️IN LOVING MEMORY 🕊️

MR MANUEL CAAL 🤍🕊️

Sunrise : October 22,1947
Sunset: June 11,2026

Your presence we miss, your memory we treasure,
Loving you always, forgetting you never.
Though time may pass and seasons change,
Our love for you remains the same.

Empire Funeral Home expresses our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr Caal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God comfort you all during this time of grief.

May his soul rest in peace and rise in glory

🕊️DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT 🕊️

The death is announced of Mrs. Carmelina 'Carmela' Godfrey nee Bernard of Petticoat Alley, Belize City by way of Punta Gorda Town, Toledo District; the matriarch of the Bernard family of Punta Gorda.

CARMELINA “ CARMELA” GODFREY 🕊️💜

Sunrise July 19, 1924

Sunset June 15, 2026.

Ma Carme, as she's affectionately known is predeceased by her :

Husband: Charles Edward Godfrey

Daughters: Irma Godfrey and Janet Godfrey

Mother: Prajedes Bernard nee Juarez

Father : Ernest Bernard.

Siblings: Clophia Palma, Elorine Bernard, Maxima Bernard, Nicolasa Bernard, Reymundo Foreman, Margaret Standford, Blasino Aquino and Elijio Acosta

Close niece : Dorita Ann Tate.

Our beloved, Ma Carme leaves to mourn her :

Daughter Beatrice Godfrey

Son: Charles Godfrey

'Adopted' children : Carla Alvarez and Clifford King;

Sons-in-law : Frank Perrera and Bernardino Alvarez

Daughter-in-law, Stacey Baltazar;

Grandchildren: Shanna Babb, Leslie-Ann Perera, Leon Perera, Michael Perera, Jonathan Perera, Finia Gooding, Kristy Avila, Shida Godfrey, Morriet Sutherland, Rodari Avila, Lisa Alvarez, Sandy Alvarez, Drew Alvarez, Kareem King, Shevaughn King, Christiford King and Patrick King.

She is also survived by a host of very close nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and nephews, great-grandchildren, cousins and many other close family and friends.

A wake will be held at #13 Queen Street, Punta Gorda Town, on Friday, June 19th ,2026z

Funeral services for the late Carmelina Godfrey will be held in Punta Gorda Town on Saturday, June 20,2026 at St. Peter Claver Parish Church. Body will lie in state at 12:00 noon followed by service at 1:00 p.m.

Carmelina 'Carmela" Godfrey,
sunrise July 19, 1924; sunset June 15, 2026.

May her soul rest in eternal peace and rise in the glory in the God...Amen!

A bus departs from the Pound Yard gas station on Friday, June 19,2026 at 3:00 p.m and from the Belmopan bus terminal at 4:30pm and returns to Belize City on Saturday after the funeral service

🕊️IN LOVING MEMORY 🕊️

RYAN RITCHIE 🕊️

Today, we honor and remember a remarkable man whose life touched so many hearts. Ryan Ritchie was more than a truck driver and ambulance driver, he was a man of compassion, dedication, and unwavering love for his family and friends.

Whether he was behind the wheel of an 18-wheeler, chasing the open road that made him feel free and alive, or answering the call to help others in an ambulance, Ryan lived with purpose and a loving heart. He found joy in life’s simple moments , sharing laughter, creating memories, and spending time with the people he loved most.

Family was everything to Ryan. He was a loving father, son, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence brought comfort, strength, and happiness to those around him. His kindness, warm spirit, and genuine love will never be forgotten.

His memory will forever ride within every sunrise, every mile of open road, and every moment spent with those who cherished him.

Empire Funeral Home expresses our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Ryan Ritchie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God comfort each and everyone of you.

We ask that you kindly lift the family up in your prayers as they navigate through this difficult moment. 🙏

🕊️💜 IN LOVING MEMORY 💜🕊️

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7

CARMELINA GODFREY ALSO KNOWN AS CARMELA

Sunrise : July 19, 1924

Sunset: June 15, 2026

Today, we celebrate the beautiful life of our beloved Carmelina “Carmela” Godfrey, a woman whose love, kindness, strength, and warm smile touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

She was the heart of her family—a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, relative, and friend. Her gentle spirit, words of wisdom, and caring nature created memories that will live on forever in our hearts. She taught them the importance of faith, family, compassion, and unconditional love.

Though hearts are heavy with sorrow, they are comforted knowing that she lived a long and meaningful life filled with love and cherished moments. Her legacy will continue through the many lives she touched and the memories we hold dear.

Her love, her kindness, and her beautiful spirit will never be forgotten.

🕊️ Forever Loved, Forever Missed, Forever Remembered. 💜

Empire Funeral Home expresses our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Ms Carmelina. May God comfort you all during this time of grief.

We ask that you kindly lift the family in your prayers.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later .

🕊️IN LOVING MEMORY🕊️

🛞THOMAS LESTER MARTINEZ 🛞

First Ride: January 24,1999
Last Ride: June 6,2026

Empire Funeral Home expresses our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Thomas. May God continue to comfort you all during this time of grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Thank you for entrusting Empire Funeral Home with the care and final farewell of your loved one. It has truly been honor to serve you during such a meaningful and emotional time.

May his soul rest in peace and rise in glory!🏍️

DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT

It is with deep sadness that the family of Mr. Manuel Caal announces his passing. Mr. Manuel Caal was a loving father, grandfather, relative, and friend whose kindness, wisdom, and presence touched the lives of many. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A Wake will be held on Monday, June 15th 2026, across from Golden Motel in Forest Home Village.

Funeral service to Celebrate his life will take place on Tuesday June 16th 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Nazareth Church, Forest Home.

The family extends sincere gratitude to relatives, friends, and well-wishers for their prayers and support during this difficult time.

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18

May his soul rest in eternal peace. 🕊️🙏

Mr. Manuel Caal
October 22, 1947 – June 11, 2026
Rest in Peace 🕊️