Yolanda Henry was born on April 13, 1968, on the island of St. Lucia and spent majority of her life on St. Croix, Virgin Islands. Where she built her home, raised her family, and touched the lives of many with her quiet strength and resilience.
Yolanda dedicated much of her life to caring for others, working for many years as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Herbert Grigg Home for the Aged. Her kindness and commitment left a lasting impact on the residents she served and the colleagues who worked alongside her.
She was preceded in death by her beloved son Kadeem Crosbie; her father Joseph Henry; younger brother Joseph Henry Jr. and cherished niece Brenda-Lee Laudat. Their memories live on in the hearts of those who loved them.
Yolanda is survived by her loving mother Marina Edwin, and her children: Khalid Crosbie, Khadija Crosbie, Khaisha Crosbie, Tasheem Stapleton and Tyresha Stapleton. Yolanda will be dearly missed by her sister Sophia Francis, along with her nephews including Benrick, Benaiah and niece Athiya-Merre. She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren, Ciara, Khailan, Kendrick, Skai, Tiara, Khalid Jr. and Yuna who brought her immense joy.
Friends and family viewing will be held Thursday, July 24, at Divine Chapel, #129 Peter’s Rest, between 3-5 p.m.
Funeral service will be held on Friday, July 25, at Way of the Cross Baptist Church, viewing at 9a.m. and service at 10 a.m.
Interment follows to the Kingshill Cemetery.