Shenseea’s mother laid to rest, Dancehall/Reggae stars show support
Dancehall singjay Shenseea laid her late mother, Castilyn Eleanor Williams to rest on Wednesday, July 8.
Williams, who everyone affectionately called Mama Shenyeng passed away suddenly on Thursday June 25th a short time after being admitted in the hospital for a mild stroke and subsequent heart attack.
The private ceremony was held in Kingston and saw several Dancehall and Reggae stars showing their support. Among those in attendance were Shenseea’s manager Romeich Major, along with music producer Rvssian, as well as her label mates Ding Dong Ravers, Uptop Boss Teejay and Bishop Escobar.
Romain Virgo gave a stirring rendition of Have Thine Own Way, Lord while Tarrus Riley’s touching acoustic tribute featured lush backing vocals as well as renowned Jamaican saxophonist Dean Fraser.
Shenseea showed her strength as she give an eloquent eulogy for her mother. The entertainer said her mother was a humanitarian that would always lend a helping hand to even people she didn’t know.
