Obituary

Obituaries

In Memoriam | David Keith Hayes, February 3, 1957 - February 26, 2025

Staff Consortium
March 03, 2025

It is with sorrow we announce the passing of David K. Hayes. David was born in the Charles Harwood Hospital, and was a lifelong resident of St. Croix, working with and expanding his family's businesses while pursuing his love of Caribbean history and culture. This interest led to his vocation as a licensed archaeologist, working for over 25 years on St. Croix and throughout the Caribbean. David went to school at St. Mary's and then was sent to the States for secondary school in New England. He ...

In Memoriam | Barbara June Frost

Staff Consortium
February 03, 2025

Barbara June Frost, of Deerfield Beach, Florida, passed away on January 6, 2025, at the age of 72. She was a trailblazer in the Virgin Islands Fire Department, becoming the first female firefighter in the territory and dedicating 28 years of service before retiring as a Captain. She also served as the lead instructor for the VI Fire Service Dive Rescue Squad, training and mentoring countless firefighters in life-saving water rescue techniques. Beyond her career in fire service, Barba...

In Memoriam | Daphne Estelle Williams-Lewis

Staff Consortium
January 29, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we share the news of the passing of Daphne Estelle Williams-Lewis age: 80. Daphne passed away peacefully in her home on January 17, 2025. Daphne is survived by her Daughters: Sandra Lockhart, Cristal Bronigan Sons: Rodney Webbe, Hans Lewis Son-law: Samuel Bronigan Sisters: Marlene James, Heather Williams, Consie Greene, Iona Greene-Roberts, Veronica Greene Brothers: Anthony Williams, Alphonso Williams, Sylvester Williams, Codwell Williams, Vincent Greene, Sime...

In Memoriam | Beverly A. J. Phillip

Staff Consortium
January 28, 2025

Beverly A. J. Phillip, of Constitution Hill, transitioned into eternal life on January 13, 2025. She was 58 years old. She is preceeded in death by her mother, Anne Marie Philip and father, Linus Ceasar Philip. She is survived by her companion Gregory Joseph, children Dominique & Gregory Joseph Jr.; siblings: Catherine Philip, Valerie Philip, Cecilia Spencer (Barry), Prisca Philip, Eris Walker, Maria O'rielly (Kendel), Ernest Damian Augustin (Rita), Vincent A. Philip (Florette), Linus Ph...

In Memoriam | Leona Veronica Ebbesen Bryant

Staff Consortium
January 17, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Matriarch, Leona Veronica Ebbesen Bryant. She passed away peacefully at her residency in New Jersey on December 29, 2024, at the remarkable age of 96; lovingly surrounded by her family. As we come together to honor and celebrate the life of Leona Ebbesen Bryant, a truly extraordinary woman whose impact on the U.S. Virgin Islands and beyond will be remembered forever. Born and raised in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Leona wa...

In Memoriam | Elizabeth Moore Moorhead Molloy

Staff Consortium
December 11, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Frances Elizabeth Moore Moorhead Molloy, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, loyal friend, and cherished member of the U.S. Virgin Islands community. Frances passed away peacefully in her home in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, on December 6, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Frances was born on February 16, 1936, in Waynesboro, Georgia, but moved to the West Indies when she was seven years old. She served her community in the Virgin Island...

In Memoriam: Douglas Meredith Williams (1946–2024)

Staff Consortium
November 16, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas Meredith Williams, beloved son of Rupert and Evelyn Williams, who departed this life on November 13, 2024, at the age of 78. Douglas leaves behind his devoted wife, Gloria J. Williams, his cherished sister Janet Williams-Lake, and brother-in-law Edgar O. Lake, along with family and friends too numerous to mention. Memorial Service Details A Memorial Service to celebrate Douglas’s life will be held on: Date: Tuesday, Nove...

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