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In Memoriam | Carmen DeJesus Ledesma

  • Staff Consortium
  • June 17, 2025

Carmen DeJesus Ledesma, a beloved homemaker and caregiver, passed away on May 28, 2025, at the Baylor Scott & White Continual Care Rehab Center. Born on May 1, 1941, in Christiansted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, Carmen was known for her sassy personality, strong character, and loving nature. She devoted her life to caring for her family, and her nurturing spirit shone brightly through her work as a housewife and her home daycare for young children. Carmen found joy in spending time with her...

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In Memoriam | Yvonne “Gigi” Ashley Galiber

  • Staff Consortium
  • June 11, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Yvonne Ashley Galiber, 62, of Christiansted, St. Croix, on May 28, 2025, after years of gracefully and courageously battling breast cancer. Yvonne was born on May 6, 1963, to Fred (Sr) and Elsie May Ashley in Norwalk, Connecticut. After graduating from Norwalk High School in 1981, she pursued a degree in Communications and English at Bennett College in Greensboro, North Carolina. Following her graduation, she worked in research...

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In Memoriam | Elmira Leo April 8, 1943 – May 10, 2025

  • Staff Consortium
  • June 06, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Elmira Leo, affectionately known as Miss Leo or Miss Vera of Bois d’Inde. She departed this life peacefully at OKEU Hospital, St. Lucia, on the evening of May 10, 2025, at approximately 11:45 p.m., at the age of 82. She is lovingly survived by her devoted husband, Darius Leo, also known as “Pal Mwe,” and a large family who will forever cherish her memory. Children Daughters Bibiana Leo Sebastiana Theophilus (“Petrin”) Ly...

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In Memoriam | Rev. Fr. John T. Mark

  • Staff Consortium
  • May 21, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that the Virgin Islands Catholic community announces the passing of Rev. Fr. John T. Mark, a devoted priest, educator, and spiritual leader whose ministry touched countless lives over 24 years. Fr. Mark passed away unexpectedly on Good Shepherd Sunday, which also fell on Mother’s Day, a timing filled with symbolic meaning for a man whose vocation was marked by devotion, compassion, and love for the Church and his family. Born into a family from Grenada via Jamaica, ...

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In Memoriam | Kysian A. Nicholas

  • Staff Consortium
  • May 20, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kysian A. Nicholas, also known to many as Dr. Nickolz, who will be remembered by those who knew him for the presence he carried and the lives he touched. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Friedensberg Moravian Church in Frederiksted, Virgin Islands. Viewing: 9:00 a.m. Service: 10:00 a.m. Interment: Kingshill Cemetery   Family, friends, and members of the community are invited to attend and pay...

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In Memoriam | Nidia Esther Millette

  • Staff Consortium
  • May 15, 2025

Nidia Esther Millette passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, at a hospice facility in Orlando, Florida, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her stepmother Luz “Lucy” Maria Rodriguez; her uncles Jose “Hector” Perez, Jamie “Jimmy” Perez, Reuben Perez; her aunts Aida Perez and Gladys Perez; and her brother Jose “Tony” Perez. Nidia is survived by her father Jose Perez, her mother Carmelina Perez, and her stepmother Amanda Perez; her beloved hu...

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In Memoriam | Eleisha Evette Suarez

  • Staff Consortium
  • May 14, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eleisha Evette Suarez, lovingly known as “Elley,” who departed this life on March 25, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, at the age of 27. Eleisha’s radiant spirit, warmth, and compassion touched all who knew her. She leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion to family and friends, who will forever cherish the joy she brought into their lives. A memoriam service will be held on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Foundation...

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