Obituary

Obituaries

In Memoriam | Joann Reece

Staff Consortium
October 13, 2025

Joann Reece died peacefully at Maimonides Hospital (NY) on Friday, October 3, 2025. She was born on November 19, 1940, in Chaguanas, Trinidad & Tobago, to Thelma Collymore and Solomon Moreno. She grew up on Waterloo Road, Carapichaima, where she began raising six children with her first husband before relocating to St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, in the late 1960s. Joann met Carl Joseph Reece on St. Croix, with whom she shared 42 years of marriage and two children until his passing. Together, ...

In Memoriam | Calvin Alston Yorke

Staff Consortium
September 25, 2025

Calvin A Yorke January 6, 1956 – September 2, 2025 Calvin Alston Yorke, born on January 6, 1956, in Curaçao, passed away on September 2, 2025, at the age of 69. He is survived by his beloved wife, Dawnie Yorke; his children, Kevin Yorke, Kendal Yorke, and Debra Lue-Yorke; and his cherished grandchildren, Kadence Lue-Yorke and Kara Lue-Yorke. He also leaves behind his sisters, Sylvia Yorke, Naomi Cobbler, Helen John, Ruth Yorke Cumma, Selma Yorke, and Jonis Charles; his brother, Verrol Yorke...

In Memoriam | Bishop Bevard

Staff Consortium
September 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and profound gratitude for a life of faithful service that we announce the passing of the Most Reverend Herbert A. Bevard, Bishop Emeritus of our Diocese. Bishop Bevard was called to eternal rest on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Bishop Bevard served the Diocese of St Thomas in the Virgin Islands with unwavering dedication, pastoral care, and a shepherd’s heart. Appointed by Pope Benedict XVI in 2008, he led this Diocese for over a decade, guiding the faithful through ti...

In Memoriam | Allisyn Dedinsky

Staff Consortium
September 25, 2025

Allisyn Dedinsky, 51, of St. Croix, Virgin Islands, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at her home in the Delray Beach, Florida, area with her loving partner, Daniel T. Mugavero, at her side. Allisyn was preceded in death by her parents, Bonnie L. Dedinsky and Joseph D. Dedinsky, and her sister, Jill Marie Dedinsky. She is survived by her nephew, Jay Ridgway, and a wide circle of friends who loved her dearly and will cherish her memory. Allisyn Dedinsky had no middle name. ...

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...

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...

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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