Wesley College
Wesley College
Don McKay Boulevard
Marsh Harbour, Abaco AB 20443
Bahamas
ph: 2423672009
fax: 2423675419
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Tribute to Wensil Laroda
Tribute To Wensil Laroda 1992 - 2006 
Portriat by Ronaldo McKinney, Class of 2007
Portriat by Ronaldo McKinney, Class of 2007
Saturday, September 29 marked the anniversary of Wensil's death on the SC Bootle Highway at Treasure Cay.
Wensil Laroda was an intelligent, fun-loving, talented Tenth Grader, with a commitment to God, and a gift for music. He was Band Captain and lead trumpeter in the Wesley College Band.
He Was a Sergeant in The Boys’ and Girls’ Brigade, and a Director of the school’s 4H Club. He loved debating, and always kean to lead in Devotions.
Wensil was mature beyond his years. He got on well with everybody, and was always a joy to be around.
He was a Wesleyan. We thank God for his special way of touching our lives, and celebrate his many achievements.
He was active in the Full Gospel Assembly, and lead member of their band.
On Friday, September 29 at about 7:50 P.M. a speeding red Dodge Ram hit three cars near the Treasure Cay entrance. Wensil, aged 13, was a passenger in a Honda Civic which was completely destroyed. He died instantly,
Reverend Charles Carey, Principal of Wesley College as he paid tribute during Wensil’s funeral: “In our country, corruption is as widespread, as blatant and as deadly as was that gruesome accident scene, but it continues uncontrolled. As a community, we are failing our young people and endangering their future by our tolerance of wanton selfishness, greed and corruption.
Today as we mourn our loss, we must take stock of our situation, repent of our sinful indulgence, and eradicate all forms of corruption in our land.
A few days after his death, Eleven year old Brittany wrote that Wensil must have had special parents, to make him such a loving person. Today, I encourage all parents to hug their children often, as an expression of love and security.”
Our Junior Junkanoo presentation is a call for righteousness and justice in the world. The tragic loss of our colleague brought to our attention the level of corruption and wickedness in our land. In particular, we are concerned that these practices place innocent children at risk. We pray that Jesus will bless all the children of the world, and that The government, community leaders and parents will work together to protect all children from harm.
Our sympathy is extended to his parents, Clint and Wendy Laroda of Treasure Cay, and all who cherish his memory.
Banner Designed by Mr. Marvin Russell.
Junior Junkanoo Synopsis:
“Let your light shine before men that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16)
Co-ordinator: Mr. Marvin Russell
Our theme emphasizes the children of the world, and the special place God has for them in his heart. Jesus said: “Let the children come unto me.”
The Wesley Angels lost one of our own in September, and our presentation is dedicated to him.
Our banner is preceded by a host of cherubim. These choreographed dancers express praise to God, and represent the innocence and purity of God’s children.
The focal point on the banner is a figure of Jesus, surrounded by the archangels. In the foreground, the world floats in the cosmos. Above the cosmos Wensil, flanked by Uriel and Raphael, provide the power by which God’s chariot-throne is able to fly. These angels are also equipped with trumpets to announce the Lord’s approach. The figure of Jesus is flanked by Gabriel, “revealer of the future”, and Michael, who leads the battle against the forces of evil. Raguel and Remiel hover behind the throne.
The brass section uses familiar songs like “All hail King Jesus”, “Magesty”, “Lamb of God” to announce the Lord’s approach and call the world to recognize the glory, majesty, and rule of God.
Wensil was mature beyond his years. He got on well with everybody, and was always a joy to be around. He accomplished more in his thirteen years than the average Bahamian does in thirty.
His spirit lives in all of us. He lives in our smiles as we recall his jokes and pranks. He lives in the lessons imparted to others. Every member of this band has been impacted by Wensil’s life.
He lives in our music. We are dedicating “You raise me up”, to Wensil. Whenever we play it, it will be in his honour.
He was a Wesleyan. We thank God for his special way of touching our lives. We celebrate his achievements, and hail him as a young hero.
Wesley College
Don McKay Boulevard
Marsh Harbour, Abaco AB 20443
Bahamas
ph: 2423672009
fax: 2423675419
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