Esthers Occeas Cheristin

Biography Esthers Occeas Cheristin Date of Birth: May 7, 1962 Place of Birth: Port-au-Prince, Haiti Date of Death: March 29, 2025 Nationality: Haitian Esthers Occeas Cheristin was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on May 7, 1962, the daughter of Pierre Cheristin and Racilia Joseph. After finishing high school, she married Esau Occeas on January 15, 1983. Shortly after, they welcomed their first child, a boy named Steve Occeas, born on September 29, 1983. Following his birth, they decided to leave Haiti and move to Venezuela. Two years later, they welcomed their second child, a beautiful baby girl named Ysaura Occeas Cheristin, born on October 4, 1985. Although life was difficult—adapting to a new culture and learning a new language being the greatest challenges—they supported each other and worked hard to provide the best education for their children in this new environment. On January 23, 1987, they welcomed a healthy baby girl named Maria Diany Occeas Cheristin. Even though raising three young children was challenging, Esthers persevered. She worked tirelessly as a co-chef in a restaurant, babysat, sold clothes in the market, and even took on multiple jobs at the same time, always striving to provide the best for her children. Just when they thought their family was complete, God had another plan for them. On October 22, 1993, they welcomed their last child, a beautiful and healthy baby girl named Veronica Anais Occeas Cheristin. Though unexpected, she was received with immense love and care. Marriage was not always easy for them, but through prayer and faith, they invited God into their home and followed His guidance in the Bible. One of Esthers’ favorite sayings was: “Without God in your heart, you have nothing.” She was a devoted Christian, attending church every Sunday, praying for her family and friends, and always caring deeply for others. One of her greatest joys and sources of pride was seeing her children get married and have families of their own. She often said, “God, just give me the opportunity to see all my children get married,” and she was blessed to achieve that dream. Unfortunately, she battled health issues for a long time. She suffered from type 2 diabetes, which eventually led to kidney failure. Despite her illness, she always put others before herself. Before her passing, she was working with the University of Mellon, trying to get on the kidney transplant list. However, before reaching the final step in the process, she lost the battle and succumbed to her health complications on March 29, 2025. On that day, we lost a friend, a companion, a mother, a wife, and a grandmother. We will always miss her phone calls reminding us to eat and take care of ourselves. We will always love and remember her for the wonderful person she was. To honor her memory, we promise to care for others the same way she did. She no longer has to worry—her legacy of love and kindness will live on through us.

Esthers Occeas Cheristin

May 7, 1962 - March 29, 2025