Below are the latest news articles mentioning "died" or "passed" from all the local Cape Cod news sources. Most of these stories should be related to recent Cape Cod obituaries and death notices.
Robert Myles Moore (“Bob”) passed away on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital in Oak Bluffs, with loved ones surrounding him, after many challenges with multiple cancers. Born on August 3, 1954, along with his twin brother Billy at Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, Bob spent his formative years growing up in Barnstable. He also had an early Martha’s Vineyard connection, when his family lived on-Island for two years while his father helped…
Patrick Michael Daur, 44, of Sandwich, formerly of Vineyard Haven, passed away at the Cape Cod Hospital on Jan. 17, 2025. Patrick was born in Greenwich, Conn., on March 14, 1980. He graduated from the Tisbury School and the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. Despite his gruff exterior, he had a heart of gold. He worked many and various jobs, including at Airport Mobile, Tisbury Shell, and Allied Waste. In winter he loved to work at Waterville Valley. Patrick…
SANDWICH – All articles passed at a special town meeting in Sandwich last week. The articles included raising the water infrastructure investment fund surcharge from 2 to 3 percent, which will require further approval in the spring election. Voters also OK’d Community Preservation Act money to restore the Cedarville Cemetery. Funding was also approved to […] The post Sandwich Town Meeting Approves All Items appeared first on CapeCod.com.
It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Al Yearwood, who passed away peacefully on Jan. 9, 2025, surrounded by his family in his beloved Inkwell Beach home on Martha’s Vineyard. Born on Oct. 12, 1940, in Boston, Al was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and wonderful friend to many. Taking his family west to Boulder, Colo., in 1978, Al was known for his exceptional work ethic as a dedicated team member in the Street and Parks Departments…
Sybil Mae Moreis, 94, of Oak Bluffs passed away Monday evening, Jan. 6, 2025, at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital, her youngest son at her side, having been surrounded by her family at the hospital in the days leading up to her passing. Sybil was born on Dec. 5, 1930, to Jerome and Maude Gonsalves. She grew up in Oak Bluffs, one of 12 children. Her mother, and she and her siblings, were all members of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah). Sybil was proud of her Wampanoag…
Renato Faini Jr. (“Ray”), 78, of Oak Bluffs, formerly of Framingham, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024. Ray was born on June 2, 1946, to Renato E. Faini Sr. and Antoinette (Pisano) in Framingham. Ray graduated from Framingham South High School in 1965, and entered the U.S. Air Force. He served three years, one on Johnston Island, an atoll in the Pacific, and several months at Ellsworth Air Force Base in Rapid City,…
Leona D. (Donovan) Magnarelli (“Lee”), 87, of Tisbury, formerly of Hingham and Quincy, died peacefully on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Leona was born in Quincy to James P. and Leona L. (O’Brien) Donovan. Raised and educated in Quincy, she was a graduate of Archbishop Williams High School, class of 1955, and Boston College, class of 1959, where she received a degree in education. For 33 years she…
Kathryn Elizabeth Coe, 71, of Washington Depot, Conn., and Chilmark, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife for 47 years of Tom Hollinger. Kathy was born on Jan. 8, 1953, in Hartford, Conn., daughter of Howard and Helen Coe. She was a graduate of the Loomis Chaffee School and Smith College, and retired as a teacher from the Washington Montessori School in Connecticut. She was a member of the Chilmark Pond Association…
James Francis Sullivan III, 72, passed peacefully in his sleep in the wee hours of Jan. 10, 2025, at his home in Hillside Village in Vineyard Haven. He was born in Lowell on Oct. 4, 1952. He was a steady and loyal friend to many, an artist, a treasured member of his spiritual community, a carpenter, a listener, and a speaker. He is survived by his son, Adam Sullivan and wife Kathryn Sullivan, and their daughter Isabelle, and Aisling Sullivan and son Jakob Thomas Zipps…
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Cook. She passed away peacefully in her home on Dec. 8, 2024. She fought a valiant and courageous battle against ALS. Born on the Island in Oak Bluffs, Linda was devoted to raising her daughter, Kristen Jenkinson, and was also a mentor to so many. She loved to bake and garden. Her dogs Bandit and Loki were always by her side. She adored and loved her family beyond words; her daughter Kristen and her…
Somerville rock and roller and part-time Vineyard Haven resident Tom Baker released a new CD last month called “Justine & Me” on Rum Bar Records. For those who don’t know, the “Justine” in the title is Justine Covault, Baker’s longtime partner, who started and ran the indie label Red on Red Records, which signed many artists (including Martha’s Vineyard resident Rose Guerin). Sadly, Covault passed away unexpectedly in her sleep in June 2023. After…
Jonathan Merrill Whiting passed away unexpectedly in Boston on Jan. 10, 2025, surrounded by his family. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date; a full obituary will appear in a later edition of this paper. The post Jonathan Merrill Whiting appeared first on The Martha's Vineyard Times.
John J. Mancuso, 81, of West Tisbury, died on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. He was the husband of Joan M. Mancuso. A funeral service will be held at a later date, and a complete obituary will appear in a later edition of this paper. Donations in his memory may be made to the Ag Hall, P.O. Box 73, West Tisbury, MA 02575. Visit chapmanfuneral.com for online guestbook and information. The post John J. Mancuso appeared first on The…
Carolyn Marie Wadsworth, 81, died on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, at her home in the Campgrounds in Oak Bluffs. She was predeceased by her husband, Horace E. Wadsworth Jr. Her funeral service was held at Chapman Funerals, Edgartown Road in Oak Bluffs, on Jan. 14, officiated by Fr. Chip Seadale. Burial followed in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Oak Bluffs. A complete obituary will appear in another edition of this paper. Visit chapmanfuneral.com for online guestbook and information.…
For almost three years, the Dukes County Health Council (DCHC) has been bringing readers the latest information on important public health topics, ranging from research breakthroughs in diseases such as Alzheimer’s, stroke, and cancer, as well as on environmental concerns, like air quality and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). During this time there was sparse mention of the dedicated health and human service workers, all of them members of the Health Council, who helped to inspire our…
Menemsha is a place I often touch down. It is a place where the wind and the tide bring up memories and hope. The question, “Are we big enough to fill the shoes of those who led the way?” loomed over my heart this week when I heard the news that Sam Feldman died. He was an inspiration to many, and instrumental in bringing to fruition large projects. We are grateful to the many who come to share their wealth and considerable talents. The Island can be a place of…
Island immigrants and advocates are reacting with worry after a bill that targets undocumented individuals passed in the U.S. House of Representatives last Tuesday, warning that some immigrants are already preparing to leave the Island. The Laken Riley Act bill, originally introduced in March of last year and reintroduced for the 119th Congress, requires that the Department of Homeland Security detain non-U.S. citizens arrested for nonviolent crimes, such as burglary,…
A newly-formed group of Vineyarders frustrated with the Steamship Authority’s operations are mobilizing to call for reforms at the Island’s lifeline. The MV SSA Citizen’s Action Group has begun gathering members to strategize how to push for improvements at the ferry service in a number of ways, from upgrades to the reservation system to possible amendments in the Steamship Authority enabling act of 1960, even calling for reparations to be paid for canceled reservations. The group rallied…
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Massachusetts’ top elected official is taking a stand against the proposed federal rule designed to protect the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale, noting that the rules could have a significant economic impact on the island region. Gov. Maura Healey sent a letter to Richard Spinrad, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) administrator, on Dec. 23 expressing her “strong opposition” to the proposed vessel speed rule proposed by the federal agency. She specifically…
buyer’s remorse: “A sense of regret after having committed to an endorsement, policy, plan of action.” –second definition, dictionary.com Millions of people voted for former Pres. Donald J. Trump in last November’s election. Yet he won only 49.9 percent of the popular vote, less than half of those cast. His opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, earned 48.3 percent. He promised many things, but many of the president-elect’s supporters may soon face “buyer’s remorse”…
Camilla Rogers (“Cammy”), 62, of Oak Bluffs died on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024, at her home. She was the daughter of Sylvia (Coutinho) Rogers, and the sister of Rebecca Rogers. She was predeceased by her father, James Rogers, and her brother, Leigh Rogers. A funeral service will be held at Chapman Funerals, Edgartown Road, Oak Bluffs, on Saturday, Jan. 11, at 11 am, with a visitation from 10 to 11 am. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, on Vineyard Avenue…
Ulysses Lear left this world on Dec. 13, 2024. He was born to James Joseph Lear and Thelma Cecile Fortune on July 23, 1929, in New Orleans, La. He was the oldest of three siblings, followed by Evelyn Mary and James Joseph Jr. He attended Velnia C. Jones School in New Orleans. Ulysses came to Los Angeles, Calif., in 1946, where he attended Dorsey High School, and graduated in 1949. Ulysses went to work with his father as a cement mason. He developed a specialty in creating steps; he created the…
Sybil Mae Moreis, 94, of Oak Bluffs died on Monday evening, Jan. 6, 2025, at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond J. Moreis; and son, Eric Moreis. She is survived by her loving family, Raymond J. Moreis Jr. (Zoey Simpson), Eloise Moreis (Jim Bowles), Keith Moreis (Janine Moreis), Celeste Moreis (John Ventura), Vanessa Ventura, Courtney Moreis, Carla Moreis, Patty Moreis, and Lisa Moreis (David Roberts); by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren;…
We remember Renald Guy Cajolet (“Ron”) of Westford, who passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Care Dimensions Hospice in Lincoln. Ron was 94, and was surrounded by his loving family. Ron was born on Oct. 21, 1930, in Cambridge, son of Alphonse Cajolet and Bertha Chandonnet. A common love of dancing brought him and his beloved wife Merlyn (Gensler) Cajolet together. They married on June 13, 1959, and were married for 60 years. He and his wife…
The Rev. Richard E. Olson died on Dec. 15, 2024, at Sawtelle Family Hospice House in Reading. He was born in 1932 in Worcester to the Rev. Bror O.B. Olson and Anna Mattson Olson, both of whom had come as children to the U.S. from Sweden. After graduating from Southside High School in Elmira, N.Y., he received his bachelor’s degree from Upsala College in East Orange, N.J. In 1957, he received a master of divinity degree from Augustana Theological Seminary in Rock Island,…
Richard Neysa Cohen of West Tisbury, an avid sailboater and birder, died on Dec. 25, 2024, in the company of family. He died peacefully in Bourne, following a long illness. He was 82. Richard Neysa Cohen was born in Chelsea on Nov. 11, 1942, the son of Israel and Frances Cohen. He grew up in Winthrop. Richard graduated from Hebron Academy in 1961 ,and went on to earn a B.A. in English at the University of Pennsylvania in 1965. In 1972…
Karsten David Larsen, 57, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Dec. 27, 2024, less than a third of a mile from the home where he was raised, and within the community that he loved so much. Larsen was born in Oak Bluffs, to Dagbard and Carole Larsen, on April 8, 1967. His life was largely spent as a commercial fisherman. He began his love of fishing at an early age, alongside his father and brother. He became the captain of many boats, including several of his own.…
Tisbury voters on Tuesday approved a $4.4 million funding request that will be used for the addition and repair of Vineyard Haven Public Library. The ballot question passed by a vote of 305 to 130. The library previously raised $1.6 million through a nonprofit for an addition to its property, but library trustees have argued that the current building needs a renovation with the roof, plumbing, HVAC, and other systems deteriorating. Library officials say that they are…
Frederick Pekari (“Fred”) passed away on August 9, 2024, in Falmouth, after a long illness, at 88. Fred was born in New Haven, Conn., where he developed a passion for swimming, fishing, and golf. He learned golf from his father. He also made many dear friends at the shore, and many became lifelong friends. He married Joyce Hanson in 1955, and raised his three children in West Haven, where he taught them the values of kindness, honesty, and hard work. Fred took pride…
Alan G. Cummings of Vineyard Haven and Washington, N.H., passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. The son of Benton Pierce and Marjorie Cummings, Alan was born in Northampton on August 26, 1947. He attended high school in Newton, N.J., and went on to graduate from the University of Connecticut, where he also played nose tackle for the football team. From there he earned his law degree from Georgetown University. Alan had…
Karsten David Larsen, 57, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Dec. 27 less than a third of a mile from the home where he was raised, and within “the community” that he loved so much. Larsen was born in Oak Bluffs to Dagbard and Carole Larsen on April 8, 1967. His life was largely spent as a commercial fisherman. He began his love of fishing at an early age, alongside his father and brother. He became the captain of many boats including several of his own. He…
I had known Wolfy most of his life. He was a feisty old Pomeranian mix, and when his family said he wasn’t acting like himself, I wasn’t too worried. At least not at first. There are many easily treatable things that can make a senior dog feel a bit off. On initial exam, his temperature was elevated, but otherwise, there were no obvious abnormalities except an unusually subdued demeanor. ”What exactly are you noticing at home?” I asked. Wolfy had barely eaten for two days. Little dogs are…
SANDWICH – The Sandwich Police Department regrets to announce the passing of Retired Police Chief, Robert D. Whearty. Chief Whearty passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at the age of 81 years old. In 1970 Robert Whearty became Chief of Police. Chief Whearty had previously served with the Wayland Police Department. During his […] The post Sandwich Police announce passing of retired Deputy Chief Robert Whearty appeared first on CapeCod.com.
The Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School varsity hockey team continued their undefeated start to the season in New Hampshire last weekend at the Heuchling and Swift Memorial Classic. The Vineyarders, now 4-0-2 on the season, tied on Oyster River on Friday, Barrington High School on Saturday, and defeated St. Thomas Aquinas on Sunday, marking their 12th year participating in the memorial classic. The series, played at the University of New Hampshire’s Whittemore Center, is named after Todd…
From a broken turbine blade to a critically endangered North Atlantic right whale washing ashore in Edgartown, these are some of the top stories, according to our newsroom, from 2024. Vineyard Wind turbine blade fractures The public and local authorities erupted when a blade fractured on a Vineyard Wind turbine. Debris washed ashore, mostly on Nantucket beaches, but also the Vineyard, and as far away as Provincetown. Local officials expressed their ire at the project developers waiting two…
FALMOUTH – Former Falmouth Service Center director Brenda Swain has died. Swain held the role for nearly two decades before retiring in 2020. The CapeCod.com NewsCenter interviewed Swain several times in the past, including an appearance on Sunday Journal to talk about the long history of the center which has served as a food pantry […] The post Former Falmouth Service Center Director Has Died appeared first on CapeCod.com.
His gifts were many. And at 100 years old, he had given them consistently and generously throughout his life. But no gift may be as enduring as the one President Jimmy Carter gave us the last nearly two years of his life, being cared for under hospice. President Carter died Sunday, and his final chapter as the first known President who chose to live as a hospice patient will surely usher in an expanded awareness of what hospice care means. In February 2023, President…
HYANNIS – Former United States president Jimmy Carter has died. Cape Cod Congressman William Keating reacted by saying, “President Carter lived a life we should all aspire to – with humanity and honesty, selflessness and faith, and an unwavering devotion to his fellow man.” Keating added, “This country is better for his service to it.” […] The post Former President Jimmy Carter Has Died appeared first on CapeCod.com.
George T. Triplette, 59, of Mount Airy, N.C., passed away Monday evening, Dec.16, 2024, at Central Continuing Care. Triplette was born March 1, 1965, in Boston, to Marianne Triplette and the late Jeffrey Kowal. He was raised in New York and Washington, D.C., with summers on Martha’s Vineyard. He loved the ocean and sailing, and as a young adult often crewed on boats between Martha’s Vineyard and Newport. In 1976, his mother married the late Robert (“Gene”)…
The Island lost a unique and beloved elder on Friday, a woman not afraid to drink deeply of all life had to offer, to voice her feisty opinions, to poke fun but also laugh at her own foibles, to proudly be her authentic self. “Look out for Numero Uno,” she told her grandchildren, “because no one else will.” Right up to the very end, sharp as a tack, she laughed as her body failed her, and she passed on her own terms, in her own home in Vineyard Haven, surrounded…
Marilyn G. Maynard, 91, died peacefully on Dec. 17, 2024, in Pembroke. She was born to Washington I. and Cecile B. Goewey in Schenectady, N.Y., in 1933. She grew up in Newburgh, N.Y., with her sister, Marjorie Jane, and brothers William and Arthur. She married William H. Maynard Jr. of Highland, N.Y., in 1954. Bill and Marilyn settled in Larchmont, N.Y., to raise their four children. The couple spent their summers on Martha’s Vineyard beginning in 1980. Marilyn lived…
Janet May Messineo-Israel, 76, died on Tuesday evening, Dec. 17, 2024 at her home in Vineyard Haven. She was the wife of Tristan R. Israel. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date, and a small burial of her ashes will take place prior. A complete obituary will follow at that time. Visit chapmanfuneral.com for online guestbook and information. The post Janet May Messineo-Israel appeared first on The Martha's Vineyard Times.
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