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.
To the Editor:About 15 years ago or so, I wanted to help out my kids’ school, so I joined the Tisbury School PTO. Before long, I found myself as the parent representative for the PTO on the school building committee for the Tisbury School (round 1). I was prepared to work hard, alongside my community, to build a world-class school for many future generations of students. How could it be anything other than a rewarding and exciting experience? For a while, it was. Though the commitment entailed…
Art has the power to move us. It can soothe our souls and shift our perspectives. Not surprisingly, then, research reveals that art has a positive effect on health. We on the Island are fortunate to experience this firsthand at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital, which boasts a unique collection of artwork. Every one of the more than 1,000 pieces in the Edward F. Miller and Monina von Opel Art Collection was created by an artist connected to the Island. All were donated, most often by the artists themselves,…
Meet the Fleet scallop-shucking contest. —Larry Glick Stacks of lobster traps line the corridor of Menemsha Harbor, and gear is piled haphazardly so high among brightly painted buoys and plastic totes that it reaches to the roof of the shacks that skirt the edge of the shore. Copper streaks bleed from the edges of old nails on wooden traps, and on the ground, lines of rope are coiled like snakes. A weathered sign from 1994 proclaims Chilmark’s tricentennial, a piece of history that harkens back…
Roy Scheffer’s hands mapped a different era of the Martha’s Vineyard waterfront. Etched by decades of running thick, tar-treated longline and calloused from the rough skin of swordfish, Roy was at the helm of the Island’s heyday of commercial fishing, and later pioneered its rebound in aquaculture. It was a pursuit that spanned thousands of miles of open ocean, chasing the horizon to land heroic hauls before circling back to end his career where he started in his youth: hunting for scallops…
Tom Maley’s larger-than-life, frolicking white sculptures have brought joy to countless people since he displayed the first figure in front of his home and studio in 1970, in a meadow where the Field Gallery now stands. They reflect not only the essential spirit of the man himself, but also the spirit of the time and place, and community, he worked in. The works, which gambol about the lawn, are synonymous with the gallery. To walk among them is to immerse yourself in decades of West Tisbury’s…
The Flying Elbows is a foot-stomping string band that has kicked butt around Martha’s Vineyard for the past half-century. Its roots go back to Gale Huntington. Huntington is a legend among Vineyard musicians for his lifelong fascination with sea chanteys and fiddle tunes. Starting in 1928, an up-Island group of fiddle aficionados, helmed by him and including Artie Look and Hollis Smith, played square dances, parties, and weddings. As time passed, others joined in…
Travel back 100 years ago to Martha’s Vineyard. It’s the end of the Roaring Twenties, which will soon collapse into the Great Depression. The Island population is under 5,000, and by the early 1930s, one-third of the population is on some form of government relief under Roosevelt’s New Deal. In this uncertain and relatively idle time, people pulled together for Sunday gatherings, and a new game called softball was just becoming popular. The lore is that the game was invented in 1887 on…
The Massachusetts House of Representatives unanimously voted 149–0 on Tuesday to pass a bill that increases access to epinephrine auto-injectors throughout the state, after years of advocacy by an Islander whose husband died from a wasp sting. Initially petitioned by several state lawmakers, including State Rep. Thomas Moakley and State Sen. Julian Cyr, Bill H.5443 will make it easier for businesses, schools, restaurants, day camps, theme parks, and other organizations…
Dr. Patricia Ann Dick, Ph.D., 86, formerly of Nantucket, died Tuesday, May 26, 2026. A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 13 at All Saints Episcopal Church in Worcester.
White winter wolves survive the harsh Arctic cold because they have adapted to survive; they also rarely walk through life alone. That makes them the quintessential symbol of resilience and community in Rose Guerin’s new album, “Death and the Winter Wolf,” which details her experience with loss and the love that prevails. Guerin found her own path, or rather, her own pack, with a family she chose. She’s an Islander, a vocalist, and a guitar player. She has performed with a variety of…
One of the messages of Joseph Campbell’s work was that there are two ways of living your life; one is to stay safe in your original community, and the other is to venture out into the unknown. He says, “Here, if you venture out, you will live a life of danger, of creativity.” He calls it “the hero’s journey,” and says, “You will bring forth something that was never brought forth before.” When I first read those words, I was pretty young, and I had no idea what “bringing forth”…
“In early June the world of leaf and blade and flowers explodes, and every sunset is different.” –John Steinbeck Memorial Day weekend was rainy, which was too bad for the many folks visiting and trying to sightsee — but hopefully it was good for the shops and restaurants. And we really needed the rain! The highlight of my weekend was getting over to the VFW to hear Gordon Healy sing the blues with the incomparable band of Don Groover, Barbara Puciul, Buck Shank, and Tess Walsh…
Jeffrey W. Traenkle, 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on May 18, 2026. A proud Princeton graduate (1955) and naval aviator, he served his country with honor, and carried that same sense of dedication and integrity throughout his life. Following his military service, Jeff enjoyed a lifelong career at Arthur D. Little in Cambridge, where he was respected for his professionalism, generosity, and steady character. Jeff embraced life…
Bruce William Sanford, a longtime summer resident of Nantucket and one of the country’s leading First Amendment lawyers, died Friday, May 15, 2026 at his home in Washington, D.C. surrounded by his loving family. He was 80 years old.
John Adams Reindel Jr., 77, died of natural causes at his home in Barnstable on the evening of Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Millicent Kavanagh Ruddy, a woman of uncommon grace and fierce conviction, passed from this Earth Friday, May 15, 2026 at the age of 91, surrounded by love.
John Adams Reindel, Jr., 77, of Barnstable and Nantucket, died Tuesday, May 19, 2026. A memorial will take place at a later date.
Malcolm James "Jim" Cranston, 90, of Nantucket died Thursday, May 21, 2026 at home. A wake will be held from 4-7 p.m. Monday, June 1, followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 2, both at the First Congregational…
Bruce William Sanford, 80, of Washington, D.C. and longtime summer resident of Nantucket, died Friday, May 15, 2026. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 17 at Washington National Cathedral.
Millicent Kavanagh Ruddy, 91, of Richmond, Va. and Nantucket, died Friday, May 15, 2026. A funeral mass was held at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 27 at St. Bridget’s Church in Richmond, Va., followed by a reception at Westminster Canterbury Richmond.
“Quietness is an essential part of all awareness. In quiet times and sleepy times, a child can dwell in thoughts of his own, and in songs and stories of his own.” –Margaret Wise Brown Memorial Day is here, I guess our quiet time is ending. This holiday gives us time to honor those who fought and died while serving in the U.S. military. The weekend also brings the official reawakening of the Island to a new summer season. Flowers are blooming, shops and restaurants…
Grateful for the spring hazardous waste disposal day. Thank you to all who directed traffic and sorted. It is not an easy task. The expanded road that swings around the back seemed to be enough to keep the West Tisbury–Edgartown Road from backing up. Cleaning out the old included things marked “War Supplies,” which sparked a few moments of concern. Note to self: Pause and read the labels so you have some idea of what it is in those dusty and rusty containers. For me, the first weekend of summer…
Bruce Balter of Oak Bluffs passed away on April 23, 2026, after a long illness.He was born in 1933 in Bridgeport, Conn., to Leon Balter and Eva Karp Balter. In 1906 his parents fled their birthplace of Mariupol, Ukraine, then part of the Soviet Union, to come to America. His father became a member of the Workmen’s Circle, a secular fraternal Jewish organization devoted to social justice and labor activism. Bruce was the youngest of five children, an excellent multi-sport…
Lucia “Lucy” Marino Costanzo, 94, of Nantucket, died Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Service information is not yet available.
Elaine Costa Carroll, born March 14, 1943, in Oak Bluffs, passed peacefully on May 9, 2026, in Virginia, with loved ones by her side. Though she later moved away from Martha’s Vineyard, the Vineyard was always her true home, and she remained an Islander through and through. Elaine was devoted to her family, and found her greatest joy in spending time with those she loved. She especially cherished her children and grandchildren, always finding thoughtful ways…
Daniel Halperin of Cambridge and Oak Bluffs died peacefully on May 12, 2026, at Care Dimensions Hospice in Lincoln, surrounded by his family. Daniel was born on Jan. 2, 1937, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Harry and Lillian Halperin. His childhood in Brooklyn was filled with a love of sports, especially baseball, and spending time with his brother Morton, friends, and cousins. A product of the New York City public schools, he graduated from City College of New York and…
Katherine Mary Palches Yolton (“Katie”) passed away the morning of Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the age of 96, at Navigator Homes in Edgartown. She had been a resident of Navigator, and Windemere Nursing Home, its predecessor, since 2012. She led a long and full life. Born on July 22, 1929 in Brockton, to the Rev. Peter Palches and Lois Grant Palches, she grew up in Plymouth. She graduated from Plymouth High School, where she loved playing basketball and was known…
Brian W. Legg, 79, of Nantucket, died Thursday, May 14, 2026. A mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 21 at St. Mary’s Church with burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery to follow.
The article creating a new Our Island Home passed the big hurdle at Town Meeting, however those in favor need to participate in the town election.
A report by a state university research department found that a transfer fee on luxury real estate would make a minimal impact on the Martha’s Vineyard market, addressing the main concern from opponents of a proposed affordable housing funding mechanism for the Island. The study, conducted by the University of Massachusetts Amherst Donahue Institute (UMDI) at the request of the Martha’s Vineyard Commission (MVC), found that a transfer fee could add $10 million annually to affordable housing projects…
To the Editor: As I walked out the door on my way to town meeting, my wife asked if I really thought one vote counts. Ironically, as I exited the Aquinnah Town Meeting about 10 pm last night, I wondered the same thing. Regardless of the merits of Article 17, there were 76 votes cast, 50 in favor. A two-thirds majority was required for passage. The moderator, deaf to challenges from the assembled voters, declared the question passed. However, factually, the vote…
A fundamental right of everyone on U.S. soil is embodied in the Constitution’s Fourth Amendment. It reads, “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.” Recalling these words…
Roland Goulart of Edgartown passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, after a battle with lung cancer. He was 85. Roland was born on Martha’s Vineyard on Jan. 4, 1941, and, aside from some time serving in the Air Force, he spent the majority of his life rooted in the place he knew and loved. Roland built a career at the Edgartown highway department, and also worked as a carpenter, bartender, and tour guide. He spent the last two decades of his life as…
Harry Rosenzweig, beloved husband, father, grandfather, artist, and educator, passed away peacefully at the age of 84 after a courageous battle with cancer. Harry dedicated his life to the arts as both a creator and a teacher. He produced monumental works in plaster and concrete, with installations on Martha’s Vineyard, in Savannah, Ga.; Miami, Fla.; and New York City. He spent more than 25 years in art education, including more than 12 years as an associate professor…
Katherine Mary Palches Yolton, 96, passed away peacefully at Navigator Homes in Edgartown on May 9. Katherine had been a resident at Windemere since 2011, and moved to Navigator, along with most of her peers, when Navigator opened in February of this year. A memorial service for Katherine — Katie, to all who knew her — will be held at the Unitarian Church in Vineyard Haven at 11 am on Saturday, May 30. The post Katherine Mary Palches Yolton appeared first…
Nancy S. Merjos, a longtime resident of Oak Bluffs, died peacefully in her home in the Campgrounds at the age of 94. She is survived by her two sons, Timothy Merjos and Stavros Merjos. There are no services planned at this time. The post Nancy S. Merjos appeared first on The Martha's Vineyard Times.
Geraldine Jackson, 93, of Edgartown, passed away quietly, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and deep devotion to the people she cherished. Geri was predeceased by her husband, George (“Sonny”) Jackson; and her daughter, Cathy Merrill. She is survived by her son, Glenn Jackson; her brother, Dennis Gibson and his wife Helen; her grandchildren, Jennifer Kennedy and her husband Mark, Laura Ruggiero and her husband Joe, Jason Merrill and his wife Katie, and…
Elaine Costa Carroll, 83, of Vineyard Haven, and McLean, Va., died on May 9, 2026, in Virginia. She was the mother of Michael T. Carroll and Elizabeth J. Carroll; the former wife of Michael Carroll of Vineyard Haven; and the longtime partner of Dan Hastings of McLean. Her visitation will be held in the Chapman Funeral Home on Edgartown Road in Oak Bluffs on Thursday, May 21, from 5 to 7 pm. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Friday, May 22,…
On the last Wednesday of each month, from 5 to 6 pm, the West Tisbury library hosts “Living Love: Story and Grief Circle.” “Living Love” gatherings draw from the talking circle ritual. Hosted by Melissa Knowles and rooted in her own lived experience of loss, this monthly gathering brings people together in small groups to share how love and loss continue to shape their lives — through conversation and creative practices, including journaling and the sharing of photographs and personal…
As spring arrives, students across Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School (MVRHS) are trading classrooms for buses, as many teachers plan a variety of on- and off-Island field trips. From urban museums to local landmarks, field trips provide students with experiential learning and opportunities to engage with the curriculum — and one another — in new ways. At least eight field trips are planned for the month of May alone. One of these took place last week, when students from Corinne Kurtz…
Hard WinterBy Clark Myers Spring none too soon — What passed, a hard winter Cold as a sharp breath Ice like a fist to the chest And a good dog Buried out by the shed Where now The first green tips of tulips Are just breaking ground. Clark Myers is a poet who lives in Tisbury with his wife and two children.Poets with a connection to Martha’s Vineyard are encouraged to submit poems to m@mwest.com. Please include a two- to three-sentence bio. The post Poet’s…
After contentious debate, Aquinnah took a step to transfer ownership of properties near the Cliffs from the town to someone that would create a space for cultural and educational uses. Aquinnah voters cramped inside the town hall Tuesday to review and approve 31 articles in this year’s annual town meeting. Though there was some heated discussion on the contents of the warrant, especially around the transfer of town-owned property at the Aquinnah North Circle, all of the articles passed…
The Tisbury Select Board has a new member on its roster: Constance Alexander, who won in a decisive victory during the annual town election. Throughout Tuesday, Tisbury voters went to the town’s emergency services facility on Spring Street to cast their ballots for 20 seats up for reelection, although some positions had no candidates, as well as two ballot questions. During the annual town election, voters on the sidewalk waved campaign signs to support different candidates. Richard “Rick”…
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