Daniel O. Broadbelt

December 18, 1952 ~ September 15, 2020
Born in:
Kingston, Jamaica
Resided in:
Medford, NY
Services
Visitation: Saturday, October 10, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place
551 Route 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Second Visitation: Sunday, October 11, 2020 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place
551 Route 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Service: Sunday, October 11, 2020 9:00 am
Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place
551 Route 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Trevor & Marsil Bennett
My brother led a remarkable life, he was an inspiration to me. Hope to see you on that great resurrection morning!
God understands our sorrows, He is acquainted with our grief. Let’s remain strong in the Lord.
His big smiles and happy laughs will be greatly missed.
To who he’s left behind, hang in there God knows and understands all.
From Josh, Mavis, Sandy, Ricky,Mondy,Juzel, &Janae
You’re in our prayers ❤️
My condolences to Yvette and family in the passing of Dan.
My siblings and I will surely miss the fun times we’ve shared over the years. We will miss his laughter and his keen interest in the wellbeing of our family.
God knows best. You are in our prayers.
In your life together there were thousands of kisses & hugs none as special as the first and none so sad as the last shared with your beloved husband and father now sadly departed from this earth. In your moment of grief may your love recapture those special memories, gestures and words long forgotten and we pray God will keep you in His love until we are all reunited at His Second coming. You may not see or understand the Lord’s purpose but be comforted in the fact that all is well that is done by Him.
We love you and our prayers are with you during you time of bereavement.
From: Gem (sister), Romenal, Cheryl-Loi, Zareah, Jorde-Anne, Yolan, Liam
Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning.
I am saddened to hear about this great loss to your family. Your family was such a big part of my world, living in New York. His smile will live on. Please know that your mom and you and your sister are in my thoughts and my prayers. I am so sorry.
Love you.
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes , there shall be no more deaths , nor sorrow , no more pain nor crying … for all those things will be passed .
Our thoughts and prayers with you for your loss .
Joy comes in the morning .🙏
Loved your father. He was so kind and compassionate. Remembered meeting him at Andrews church in JA. Hoping to meet in again in the earth made new
Garrett and I are so sorry to hear about Brother Broadbelt’s passing. We will cherish the fond memories of the many Sabbath lunches we shared together at Aunt Dor’s (Malcolm) home. He was a man of sound reasoning and conviction. He loved the Lord and that was evident in his conversation and conduct. Sister Broadbelt, Sharifa and N’Gala, please accept our condolences. We pray that God will comfort and strengthen you as you mourn your husband and father.
Condolences to the family.We pray that God will give you the strength you need to endure at this time.He will be missed.
Condolences to the entire family. Sister Broadbelt; special prayers up for you as you maneuver life without your dear husband in this time of grief.
N’gala, church has been your love and sincere dedication to us all. Know that our prayers are surrounding you. Angels hover you to protect as Satan attacks. Know that they are there for you and all your loved ones offering assistance. Take it and be at peace. ( Psalm 119:11)
I pray for God’s continued strength during this time.
I knew Broadbelt since I was 19 years old just out of high school in Jamaica. We went to the same church and played dominoes together. He had the most infectious smile. I have never seen or spoken to him and he wasn’t laughing. Lat time I saw him was almost ten years ago in Dallas Texas. We last spoke three weeks ago for almost two hours. We were planning to visit Jamaica next year and promised to get together. Sadly this won’t be possible anymore. I can only ask God’s blessings on his grieving family. He was loved and will be missed. I am sad but smiling because I can hear his smile right now.
Dan your singing was an inspiration , may your soul Rest In Peace, hope to meet u on that great resurrection day.
We will surely miss you. You were a wonderful neighbor and friend. We will continue to pray for Yvette
and the rest of your family. Rest in Peace.
Arthur & Arlene and the Crossen and Colson Families
To Sis. Broadbelt, Sharifa and N’gala -My deepest sympathies on the loss of Bro. Broadbelt. I am praying for you all.
I will definitely miss Br B’s smile! My condolences to Sis B, daughters and granddaughter.
Condolences to the Broadbelt family, Dan will always be remembered for been a caring person ,always laughing. He was a wonderful person who is now resting in the arms of Jesus. Dennis family.
Blessings to you forever! Energy Lives. I know that you are in Heaven bringing JOY and LOVE there too! You always brought JOY, Peace, Love, Teaching, Solutions and Education to everything! You are forever so Proud of your wife and children and the SMILE that you always have on your face when you spoke of them will never be forgotten. The Love that you have for them is so strong that I believe in my heart they will feel and be comforted with forever. The stories that you told to make the day bright were always welcomed. YOU have earned your WINGS and when I look up I’m sure that, that light is YOU coming from Heaven to Shine down on ALL of us. Love YOU Mr. B.!
Condolences to my sis-in law and my nieces.
Hang in there and the family will always be here for you 🌺🌷🌻🥀🌹
An shanique Broadbelt,
Uncle..
Dan, my friend. Even in death you are still loved! And many owe you a lifetime of gratitude. We are but mortals – the saddest truth of life. Now pain and sadness live in our hearts. But if you are seeing us, you will be encouraging us to be cheerful because you are moving on to a far better place. You will always be remembered! A peaceful rest my friend. Peace, peace, peace!
Carl Shaw.
On behalf of my family; I must express our SINCERE CONDOLENCES to my dearest friend Yvette; and daughters Sharifa and N’Gala. You’re more than friends. We are family. Saying Dan will be greatly missed is an understatement. His genuine smile and hearty laughter are now silent; but will be forever in our memories. Gone too soon but will never be forgotten. I pray God will strengthen you all as you face the lonesome times ahead. I pray for comfort for Sadiya as she deals with losing her grandpa. “Lord we cannot now Thy purpose see; but all is well that’s done by Thee” May GOD keep us faithful until we see Dan again; never more to part; as we cherish the Blessed Hope. RIP Dan. You’ll always be in our hearts.
RIP, Sir B! A good man who loved life, good food and an infectious laugh. Our sincerest condolences to the Broadbelt family. May Jehovah grant you extra solace each day.
We want to offer our prayers and condolences the Broadbelt family. May his soul rest peace. The Armstrong family.
His strength overcomes our weaknesses, His grace fills our emptiness, His presence overcomes our loneliness. Walk with GOD each day and never underestimate the Power of your Prayers!!!
Daniel- A man of INTEGRITY!
Dan has maintained the true qualities of “A Good Man” – Caring, Compassionate, Encouraging, Loving, always full of excitement about others accompishments.
Yvette, Sharifa, Ngala, relatives and friends, be confident that Dan is in the arms of God. Dan’s journey has been exemplary for mankind, His legacy lives forever. Sadly missed, Rest in Perfect Peace.
His strength overcomes our weaknesses, His grace fills our emptiness, His presence overcomes our loneliness. Walk with GOD each day and never underestimate the Power of your Prayers!!!
Daniel- A man of INTEGRITY!
Dan has maintained the true qualities of “A Good Man” – Caring, Compassionate, Encouraging, Loving, always full of excitement about others accompishments.
Yvette, Sharifa, Ngala, relatives and friends, be confident that Dan is in the arms of God. Dan’s journey has been exemplary for mankind, His legacy lives forever.
Sincere Condolences
Sadly missed, Rest in Perfect Peace.
on behalf of Louise Thompson and her all her family.
The Lord is close to the broken hearted and save those who are crushed in spirit…. A god fearing man with a huge smile always asking how is your mom and the family doing, he love his community and always vote to keep the doors of the fire department open when others have a different opinions, sleep on my brother, Blessed are those who die in theLord, they rest from their labor, LOVE You Brother B !!
He is one of the most vibrant and genuine person I have had a chance to know. Now, he has gone home to be with the Lord and will always be in our hearts and thoughts. He sacrificed his time to assist my mom to ensure that I was safely delivered into this word.
May God bless and continue to watch over your family during this difficult time!
John & Delrose Williams
I met the Dan & Yvette in 1992. I was new to the area and was looking for a church home. Not sure who I met first, however, they were so welcoming and made me feel at home – I found a new family. Through conversation, I realised we shared a mutual friend. I remember his big smile, encouraging words when I was leaving to return home and was so honoured when they accepted our invitation to our wedding. We would see Dan and Yvette over years at camp meetings and it always a joyful time. We will miss our brother, but, to Yvette and the ladies, stay faithful, death is but a sleep and when the trumpet sounds you will meet again.
Our condolences to you and family.
Delrose Simmonds-Williams
Rochester New York
To Yvette and daughters, Sharifa and N’ Gala, my sincere condolences throughout this time of bereavement. We light a candle in REMEMBRANCE.
We light a candle in HOPE.
We light a candle in GRATITUDE and LOVE.
May the Light of so many Prayers and Caring Thoughts shine you through this Dark Time…
To Brighter Days Ahead.
May Jehovah continue to Bless and Strengthen your Heart(s).
Be Strong! One Love!
With one of the best smiles, I will always cherish the life & times of great man of God.
A gift from the Lord through the Broadbelt family that made the world and Hutchinson family better.
In celebration his life, we are praying that God will send Angelic support with gifts of healing love to Yvonne and all families, including those connected socially and spiritually.
1 Corinthians 15:52-54 assures that a glorious immortal life awaits Daniel , when Christ Jesus calls him.
I always will cherish his loving memories.
We clicked he was always comfortable to be around. Dan was someone who never complained or had a negative word to say about anyone. He cannot be replaced and will be impossible to forget because his love and memories are embedded in my heart.
When we were together I never realized we were making memories since we were so happy around each other and having fun. I never foresaw this day without you. Dan, the bond in our family flows strong and deep because of you. You have left us memories to treasure and keep forever. A thousand words can’t bring you back, I know because I have said them, and neither will a million tears I know because I have cried them. Whenever I count my blessings I’ll count you twice. This is not our happily ever after Cuz, but walk good.
I can remember Broadie and I playing cricket together .RIP my friend and I look forward to that great reunion in heaven.
Sonia Anderson
Yvette, Sharifa and Engala, we grieve and mourn with you on the passing of your beloved husband and dad, but keep the faith, soon Jesus will come and put an end to all of these unhappy situations. Let us be faithful and trhe because our reward will be great. Take comfort in the Lord, Jesus Christ. Love you all and we are praying for you.
My prayers and the thoughts are with you and the family 💓!
Cynthia Clarke Perkins
May God richly bless you and comfort you all. A wonderful and blessed person sleeps as he awaits the resurrection.
You were always interested in how far I got with my education and encouraged me to follow through and not to take any breaks. Thank you for being there and for being that voice in my head when I did feel like taking that break. Rest in peace sir. Until we meet again.
Heartfelt condolences to Yvette and family on the loss of your dear husband and father. I pray the Lord will grant you peace and comfort in the very difficult times now and in the days ahead. Hold on to the hope that we’ll see Daniel again “on that great getting-up morning.” Just remain faithful, for God is faithful!!
To the Broadbelt family. Today we lay a friend ,a brother,a husband a father a cousin to rest. The Lord had called him ,he have fulfilled the command from our lord he had touched us all.
Yvette and family:
Sincere and heartfelt condolence to you all.
May the memories of Dan never be forgotten. I’ll always remember his angelic voice in singing, and his infectious laughter. May God bless, comfort and keep you all under His wings.
I am a former member of the Spanish Town SDA and have fond memories of Daniel. I am sorry to hear of his death and look forward to meeting at the Second Coming of Jesus. God has promised to wipe away all tear and He is faithful. I pray that God will strengthen you, his family at this time.
Our sincere condolences to the Broadbelt family on the passing of our dear ‘brother In Christ’, Daniel Broadbelt. May his soul rest in peace.
Our brother/friend Daniel,
We met at Spanish Town Church in 1972. You belonged to that group of “older youth” who guided and protected the younger ones. I remember your bright engaging, ever welcoming smile that transferred to voice and eyes. We the girls heading to 24 Willowdale Drive were assured of safety because you walked with us. When we reconnected in New York, it was as if time had not moved for us. You were still amazingly wonderful with light and laughter. You always made us feel special and stated how proud you were of our achievements. Your greatest pride however was of your family and Yvette was your iris from youth. You spoke often about the gift that God gave you in such a wife and how God secured your relationship. You always wanted her to be happy and comfortable.
God puts angels on this earth and sometimes we recognize them. You were one of His angels. Sleep in peace Danny. Joy comes in in the morning and dawn is not far off. Condolences to Yvette, Sharifa, NGala and the rest of the family from Marcelyn McCalla, Jean “Dolly” Lewis, Karlene McCalla, Steve Weir.
May God grant you Devine strength during these times.
May the Lord provide coverage, protection & strength in this difficult time for the family!
Our condolences & love.
I can remember fond memories during our time at Brunswick Ave SDA with the family.
Look forward to that day when we will meet again.
God bless
My condolences to the Broadbelt family, you’re in my thoughts and prayer.
Myrette Richards
Claude Pike via Merle Pike — to the family ( Claude having met Bro B. at Linden SDA church and developed a relationship texted from Canada)
” His interest in me and words of affirmation was more than I got from my own biological father. So I know that God brought us together for him to be a “father” to me at a point in my life when I needed that.”
Jeffrege
I am glad we met, I am happy he always asked for me as I did him. Good people that what he was for me and he is and will be missed. In time I will see you again.
Girvan Watts