Esmeralda A. Brydson

August 11, 1947 - August 28, 2021 

Esmeralda Adassa Brydson, nee Brown, also known as Tamo/Esmo, grew up in the small community of Woodland, Hanover located in Jamaica. She was the second of ten children for her mother. As a result of her mother working away from home, at the tender age of ten, she was forced to assume the role of the primary caregiver for her nine siblings who affectionately called her Sister Esmo. She later bore six children of her own - Vernon, Cliff, Maureen, Rollette, Donnette and Kelmour.

Esmeralda attended the Watford Hill All Age School, but unfortunately was not able to complete her studies. This did not dissuade her however, she loved reading and writing and was almost always seen with a book in her hand. She also loved sewing and gardening, but her true passions were singing and serving in the church.

As a young single mother with limited formal schooling, Esmo worked long and hard to ensure her children were provided for and that they had the opportunities to receive the best education possible. As such, she worked as a domestic helper and even sold produce in the marketplace to achieve these ends. It was while pursuing her livelihood that she met Milton George Brydson whom she later married but after many years together they separated.

Ms. Esmo received water baptism at the Woodlands Open Bible church where she was a member until her passing. During this time, she served on the choir and was elected president of the Women’s World Fellowship (WWF) for many years.

Ms. Esmo held a soft spot in her heart for children and youth who were less fortunate, counseling and catering to their needs, as she interacted with them.

As her children grew older and some migrated, Ms. Esmo migrated as well. She spent most of her “golden” years between California, Florida, Georgia, and Jamaica. Esmo continued to learn, grow and develop herself, as she believed in life-long learning. She often said “if I should be born and live again...” referring to the knowledge she gained throughout the years. It was in her later years she taught herself to quilt. She had a knack for it and quilted several beautiful spreads for her children and grandchildren.

Esmeralda is survived by her six children, ten grandchildren, five sisters, three brothers, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.