Veronica Yvonne Harewood, affectionately known as Yvonne, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in Brooklyn, New York, at the age of 72.  She was born in Christ Church, Barbados, West Indies, to (the late) Belfield Harewood and Adriana Edwards Harewood.  In 1981, Yvonne migrated to the United States, where she built a meaningful life centered around family, work, and community.

Yvonne was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She is survived by her loving children: Roseanna Harewood, Anderson Harewood (and his wife Paula Harewood), and Donna Harewood. She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Jeannae, Donovan, Na-Daniel, Diondre, Onnesty, Justin, Cody, Chelsea, and A’ja; and her beloved great-grandchildren: Liam, Tristian, and Aniyah.

She is also survived by her siblings: Mary Frances Edwards of Port St. Lucie, Florida, John Edwards of Barbados, Mary Harewood of Barbados, Agnes Wharton of Brooklyn, June Applewhite of Brooklyn, Stephen Harewood of Brooklyn, and Marion Graves of London. She was predeceased by her sister Rosemary Haynes and her uncle Wilbert Edwards.

Yvonne is lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews: Michael Edwards, Maria Edwards, Michelene Edwards, Angela Jeffers, Jason Edwards, Keitha Edwards, and Andrea, as well as her great-nieces, great-nephews, and many dear friends.

Yvonne took great pride in her work, and truly loved being a cashier. Before migrating to the United States, she worked at the Sundown Drive-In and Rick’s Supermarket in Barbados.  In the United States, she was employed at Whaledent International until the company relocated. She later returned to her true calling as a cashier at Walbaum’s Supermarket, where she worked until the store closed.

Yvonne had a deep love for beauty, fashion, and self-expression.  She attended Wilfred Beauty Academy in Brooklyn, New York. She enjoyed dancing, laughing, maintaining her youthful figure, and bringing joy to those around her.  Known for her generous spirit, vibrant personality, and warm heart, Yvonne will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Her memory will live on forever

in the hearts of her family and friends.