Obituary

Obituaries

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...

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...

In Memoriam | Linda Anita Bastian-Georges

Staff Consortium
May 05, 2025

Relatives and friends are advised of the passing of Linda Anita Bastian-Georges, who transitioned on April 21, 2025 in St. Thomas USVI. Preceded in death by her Husband: Alberic Antonelli Georges She is survived by her: Daughters: Kyshama Temmeria Montes- Belardo and Sue Ann Marie Lettsome-Liverpool. Brothers: Ignatius Bastian Jr, Deceased, John Bastian Deceased Grandchildren: Kai Wanya Javois, Keira Alexis Javois, Kylee Angeli Schuster, Kayden Wade Andre Schuster, Dimitri Alexander Andre,...

In Memoriam | Jaime “Jimmy” Torres

Staff Consortium
April 29, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Jaime “Jimmy” Torres, at the age of 82. He passed away peacefully in Montgomery, TX, on March 28, 2025, lovingly surrounded by his family. Jaime was a proud Crucian born in Frederiksted, St. Croix. Like many, he migrated to New York City and had the foresight to come back to raise his young family on his beautiful island. He was an extraordinary father, devoted husband, cherished uncle, loyal friend, and loving brother. H...

In Memoriam | Patrice Ottley Scarbriel

Staff Consortium
March 27, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Patrice Ottley Scarbriel. She passed away peacefully in Florida on March 11, 2025, surrounded by her family. Patrice Ottley-Scarbriel was preceded in death by her father, the late Senator Earle B. Ottley. She is survived by her mother, Alma Bonelli Ottley; children, Jayson Scarbriel and J’nelle Scarbriel-Reddick, son-in-law Ahmard Clemons Reddick, daughter-in-law Anna Wheatley Scarbriel, grandchildren, Jazmin Scarbriel, Jade ...

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...

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