Celebrating the Life and Legacy of

Pastor Norril Gumbs

Sunrise 2 April 1941 | Sunset 14 May 2025

“Well done thou good and faithful servant.”

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The memory of the just is blessed

🕊 Words of gratitude and remembrance for a faithful life well lived. These tributes reflect the fruit of a life faithfully poured out in service to God and His people. May his legacy continue to speak through the hearts he shaped.

Fought a good fight

Pastor Gumbs you have fought a good fight you have finished the race and you have kept the faith 🙏 may you enjoy the presence of your Savior.Claudet Hamilton

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Tribute from WIBFC Chairman

Pastor Norril Gumbs was a man who deeply loved God and people. Nothing was ever too much for him to do for someone in need. No distance was too far for him to travel if it meant being a blessing to another. Nothing was ever too good or too precious for him to...

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Tribute from Pastor Roderick Webster & Family

Today, we gather in remembrance and gratitude—for a life well lived, a heart well shared, and afriend whose presence enriched our lives in countless ways. Pastor Norril was a true man of Godand a true friend.He was more than just a friend to our family, we became...

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TRIBUTE TO PASTOR NORRIL M. GUMBS

My Husband and I came to Montserrat in 1988 after he took up a job opportunity here. I first met Pastor Gumbs at a crusade at his church in Parsons, Montserrat. I was invited by Sister Gumbs after having met her through a crusade/outreach around Dagenham and I took...

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Reflections

Today the Wesleyan Holiness Churches on Montserrat join in celebrating the life and service of a man of God who was loving, generous, and demonstrated his Christian deeds through charitable works, and a cooperative spirit, embracing his ministerial colleagues with...

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My Tribute to Pastor Gumbs

The Love of God is pure and true and it is with a deep sense of loss and grief that I bid a man of God Pastor Noril Gumbs Farewell Soldier. Pastor has being a beacon of hope, love and inspiration for many of us whom he encountered along his life journey. Pastor will...

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A Tribute to an Ambassador

The 1960’s was the golden age of the North American missionary. They preached the gospel, they started churches, Christian schools and the helped the spirit filled young men that God called get into bible school. Little did they know that they were training a band of...

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Rest in the Lord

I am grateful to God for the years under your ministry. Thank you for your continued care. As your journey on earth ends, I take comfort that we will meet again in glory. To my sister Gumbs and children I send my love and prayers. Sister Frances

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IN LOVING MEMORY

May God's love and peace surround you as you mourn the lost of Pastor Gumbs. Pastor touched so many lives with his ministry,his words of wisdom and his kindness. We will always remember the brotherly love he shared with our uncle brother James and by extention our...

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A Legacy of Faithfulness

As a pastor’s son growing up, I had the opportunity to experience the “behind the scenes” view of ministry and see some things that you probably wouldn't usually see. One of those experiences for me was to learn the names of many pastors who were contemporaries of my...

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Unforgettable

NO, I am not talking about Nat King Cole, but rather a man of excellence in service for God and a model of discipleship. It was not long after I became a born again follower of Jesus Christ, that I heard of this faithful man of...

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A Giant, A Pioneer, A Stalwart

Pastor Gumbs, a man among men, a pastor among pastors. You have left an indelible mark on this Island with the tremendous work you have done for the church. Your legacy will never be forgotten. You have fought a good fight, you have finished the course, you have kept...

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Pastor Gumbs, a pillar of faith

I remember with deep interest and respect, the life and legacy of Pastor Norrill Gumbs. I first came in contact with Pastor Gumbs when he was expanding the Calvary Baptiste Church in Montserrat and he was the first person outside of my family to pay me, a young...

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In loving Memory

There are so many things that instantly remind me of Pastor Gumbs. Like when a preacher says “Amen” during a sermon my brain automatically says “Oh-me.” And during Spring when churches begin to advertise their VBS programs on marques and banners and billboards around...

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A Tribute to Pastor Gumbs

I extend my sincere condolences to Sister Gumbs and the family. It is with mixed emotions I write this tribute. Saddened by the death of My First Pastor and Happy that he has gone on to be with his Saviour. Pastor Gumbs was a great man of God who answered the call and...

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Pastor Norril’s Legacy

Pastor Norril, the day you left and gained your wings, my heart just broke in pieces but heaven needed you.But in the hearts you touched, the souls you led to Christ; you left behind a legacy of love, hope, our shining star and we will always remember the difference...

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Blessed man of God

Trying to put to paper, the man that is Pastor Gumbs is no easy feat. Personally, I can't remember a time in my life when he wasn't there; shepherding, guiding, encouraging, praying. Always praying... even the most mundane, everyday conversation, got wrapped up with a...

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Tribute to Pastor Gumbs

It is with deep sadness and mixed feelings I express my profound gratitude to God for the life of Pastor Norril Gumbs. Words are not enough to describe the qualities of this great Man of God. I knew Pastor Gumbs for over 54 years. He was a mentor to me and contributed...

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FAITHFUL SERVANT

Tribute to Pastor Norrill Gumbs Child Evangelism Fellowship of Anguilla mourns along with his dear family the passing of Pastor Norrill Gumbs, the founding Pastor of First Baptist Church of Welches. He was truly a Brother, friend, partner and avid supporter of CEF...

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Memories of Brother Gumbs

Memories of Brother Gumbs N - Now that your life's journey has come to an end, O - Our hearts are filled with mixed emotionsRegrets, happiness, sadness, and joy R - Regrets of not speaking to you as often as we use to, happiness that you are in a better place free...

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In loving memory of Pastor Gumbs.

Pastor Norill Gumbs you have left our lives but you will never leave our hearts. Your preaching and encouragement was a blessing to me,your faithfulness and love for God was a testimony to my life. You were a very very good soldier for Christ, helping others as the...

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HOPE Center

Pastor Norril has been a member of the board of directors of the H.O.P.E. Center from its inception in 2010. The H.O.P.E. Center, a community learning center located in Sea Feathers/Sandy Hill has benefited from Pastor Norril’s experience and passion for education and...

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My Heart is Heavy

I write this tribute with a heavy heart as I reflect on those precious times growing up under the leadership of Pastor Norrill Gumbs. Our God promise to be your refuge and strength, a very present help in your time of bereavement. The loss of a dear love one is always...

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Your love lives on!

Uncle, you were a light that everyone needs in their lives. Hearing you would highlighten my heart and mind...you were truly blessed...whenever we would talk the day would just get better. Every moment spent with you is memorable...You taught us so much...and...

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Best Pastor

I'm saddened by the death of Pastor Gumbs but I rejoice in the fact that he has been graduated to Glory. I grew up under the spiritual teachings of Pastor Gumbs as a child going to Church with my Beloved Grandmother, Pastor Gumbs was truly a man of God whose Labour In...

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Tribute to uncle

It was an honor to call you uncle. My greatest admiration of you was you dedication and service to God for we know only what's done for christ would last. I will truly miss you words of encouragement and scripture message every morning which renewed my spirit and...

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A tribute to my uncle

My uncle was truly an amazing and loving man. I will deeply miss hearing your voice notesevery morning. There were many days you made the journey from Sandy Hill to West End justso we could share a cup of coffee — a simple customary that meant so much to both of us....

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Great Uncle, you will be missed

Uncle was more than just a relative. He was a mentor, a guide, and at times, a second father. His wisdom, his laughter, and his unwavering support were gifts I will carry with me forever. In everything, i would call him. When i was pregnant with my 1st child i called...

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goodbye uncle

To our loving uncleWe know you cannot hear or see us. But we will always cherish the memories we all shared. Our laughter, our conversation, and prayers. You were always a man of God and never left a conversation without prayerGod looked around his garden and he found...

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Unforgettable Church Father

When I heard of the passing of Pastor Gumbs my heart grieved for the family. Then like a bolt of lightning a memory flashed into my mind and I broke down into tears. It was memory of a time in my early childhood when he stepped in and helped my family despite the...

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