On May 29th 1916, the quaint Settlement of Snug Corner, Acklins Island was blessed when the late Henry Ferguson and his wife Edith Ferguson nee Nottage welcomed their fifth of eight children. They named him Dorrington Eliab.

He attended school and completed his education at the All Age Community School in Snug Corner, Acklins. While yet a very young boy, his father passed away and as was the custom of the day, the uncles would help in raising the boys. Dorrington went to live with his uncle, the late Bishop Samuel Farquharson, who nurtured and cared for him.

As a teenager, Dorrington came to Nassau to seek a career. He found work at the then Bay Street Ice House, where he was employed for a number of years. After getting married and starting his family, he desired to improve himself. He became a licensed Taxi Driver #93, purchased his own vehicle and bettered the way of life for his family. In the early 1940's, he and several others, most of whom are now deceased, pioneered in the struggle to bring this industry to where it is today. Dorrington served with pride and distinction, chauffeuring many international diplomats, tourists and Bahamians. He was a strong yet very humble man who received great recognition and acknowledgement for his services in the hospitality industry.

Dorrington was a strong family man, and his love and commitment to his children and grand-children were without measure. He was the chief counselor and advisor for his entire extended family. Daddy, as he was affectionately called by family, was a man of great wisdom and he was well respected by his friends and all who knew him. He had a heart of gold, and exemplified the words of our Lord " Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself".

Brother Dorrington had a special love for his church, The Church of God of Prophecy on East Street. For about 50 years, he served on the Usher Board and attained the position of Chief Usher. Also an active member of the Men's Fellowship, his motto is found in Psalms 80:10 "I had rather be a Door Keeper in the House of The Lord, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness". He especially loved the church convention time, and would be fondly remembered as the stately man who carried the church flag and led the march to the Western Esplanade for many years. That was always a very joyous time for him. This year he will be there in spirit.

Dorrington was predeceased by his wives: Josephine Ferguson nee Tucker and Cleolah Ferguson nee Archer; his children: Vivian, Francita, Rudolph Henry, Elcott and Roger Ferguson.

His legacy lives on in the generation he has produced. Among his offspring are successful entrepreneurs, doctors, lawyers, nurses, contractors, engineers, accountants, hoteliers, administrators, book authors and a university professor.