Myrtle Veronica Cadien, 103 years old, of Pembroke Pines, Florida, passed away on January 30, 2026, at Memorial Hospital West. Affectionately known as Rita, she was a longtime resident of Hollybrook Golf & Tennis Club Condominium and a devoted member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Miramar, Florida where she faithfully served for many years.
Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Rita immigrated to the United States in 1987. She was a skilled seamstress and one of 11 children born to Sydney Williams, a farmer, and his wife, Edith Maude Williams.
She was the beloved wife of William Stanley Cadien, who preceded her in death in 1949. Myrtle was also preceded in death by her daughter, Anne Thomas and her grandchildren: Paula Martin and Dalkeith Lonsdale.
She was a devoted mother and she is survived by her children: Sonia P. Lopez, Minette E. Eldemire, Margaret C. Justesen (Benjamin), Dorothy D. Matthews and Charles L. Smith; adopted son, Phillip “Errol” Stone; grandchildren: Carolyn Matthews, Judi Taieb, Nanci Soares, Paul Matthews, Christopher Matthews, Sonia Dietz, Arlene Allen, Mindy Petro and Terrence Smith; 15 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; sisters: Winsome Eker and Haulda Williams; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A Visitation will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with a Tributes of a Lifetime Service at 7:00 PM, at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, University Drive Chapel, located at 1600 North University Drive, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:30 PM on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1821 SW 97th Avenue, Miramar, Florida 33025. Entombment will follow at Forest Lawn South Cemetery, 2401 Davie Road, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33317.
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Jeneve Brooks
February 4, 2026, 1:20 pm
My dear Aunt Rita, you were an angel sent from God to your family, friends and to others that cross your path. You will always be alive in my heart. I learned a lot from you.. May your beautiful soul sleep in peace..
Love you so much!
Jeneve Ho On
Tania Bullock
February 4, 2026, 5:20 pm
I remember Aunt Rita with gratitude and love. She played an important role in caring for my children, who loved her dearly and will always remember her kindness, patience, and gentle guidance. Many lives were touched and shaped by her generosity.
She stitched love into every piece of fabric she touched. She especially delighted in making baby clothes for new additions to the family, each garment a small but lasting expression of joy and welcome.
She leaves behind a legacy of faith, service, and selfless love. Though she will be deeply missed, her example continues to live on in the many hearts she nurtured, the children she helped raise, and the family she bound together through quiet acts of kindness. We remember her with affection, respect, and deep appreciation for a life well lived.
Carolyn M.E. Matthews
February 4, 2026, 6:01 pm
Dearest Grandma, may your soul rest in peace eternally…
It was my greatest honor to have shared your last moments as it was was to have you share in my beginnings…
May the cushions of heaven embrace you as softly as your love to mankind was…..
Walk good Granny. I love you dearly….
INSHALLA…..
Latoya Danford
February 4, 2026, 6:47 pm
We remember dear aunt Rita with so much love and gratitude. Her kindness showed in the quiet ways she cared for others. One of our most cherished memories is the quilt she lovingly made for baby Jojo, we felt so blessed to receive such a beautiful gift. Her love lives on in every stitch and in our hearts always.
Love, Toya, ajani, jojo, and zuri
Judi
February 4, 2026, 11:46 pm
My Dearest Grandiosie,
Love bears all things
believes all things
Hopes all things
Endures all things
Love Never Fails…….
You were Love unconditionally. Thank you Grandma for everything. I will see you again somewhere over the rainbow Grandiosie…….
Margaret Justesen
February 8, 2026, 12:19 am
Dearest mom, Thank you for all the love and care throughout the years and all the sacrifices made. I will miss you. You lived a long and incredible life. You saw so much and gave so much. It is your turn now to be at peace and reconnect with the family that went before you. Go to that beautiful garden in the sky where where we shall meet again. Love you mom. Margaret
Julia
February 20, 2026, 8:19 pm
My dearest aunt Rita, you will be missed glad we were able to see you about 2 years ago. You will be missed. I remember when mom used to take me to visit you and I remember your were always seeing something and showing mom to make things.. hats off to you you lived a long long life rest well aunt Rita!!! Love Julia Edmund’s khandice and Kiki. Also inhale of the family who can’t make it. Love