Raphael Joseph Fusco
Raphael Joseph Fusco, known affectionately to friends and family as Ray, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, at the age of 86, in Danvers.
Born on Nov. 3, 1938, in Boston, Ray was a...
James Thomas
James Thomas ("Jim") peacefully passed away in his sleep at home on March 21, 2025, at the age of 86.
A native of Humboldt, Tenn., Jim was a distinguished alumnus of Fisk University, where he...
Fred Pekari
There will be a celebration of life for Fred Pekari, who died on August 9, 2024, on Saturday, April 26, at the Portuguese-American Club, Vineyard Avenue in Oak Bluffs, from 1 to 4 pm....
Julie Miguel
A celebration of life for Julie Miguel will be held on Saturday, April 19, at the P.A. Club in Oak Bluffs from 2 to 4 pm.
Ron Rappaport
Please join the family of Ron Rappaport for a celebration of his life and impactful legacy, on Saturday, May 31, at 3pm at the Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Society, 35 Panhandle Road in West Tisbury.
In...
Services Thursday for Elizabeth Brady
Elizabeth Brady (“Betty”) of Vineyard Haven, a lifelong community builder, mental health advocate, and dedicated executive assistant and office manager, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025.
Born in New York City in 1933, she...
Robert M. Sawyer
Robert M. Sawyer of Tisbury passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, 2025, at his home on Martha's Vineyard. He was 87 years old.
Robert was born in 1937 to David and Thelma Sawyer in...
Gail R. Landers
Gail R. (Combra) Landers passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family. She was 71.
Born in Oak Bluffs on Oct. 11, 1953, to Philip R. and Anita E....
Services Tuesday for Edwin J. Griggs
Edwin J. Griggs passed away peacefully at home on April 2, after a two-month battle with cancer. He was 74.
Ed was born in Belleview, Ill. He grew up in many places, due to his...
Carole J. Sittard
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carole J. Sittard, 82, of Oak Bluffs, formerly of Chicopee. Carole passed away peacefully, with her loving husband of nearly 59 years at...
Roger L. Thomas
Roger L. Thomas passed away peacefully on Feb. 14, 2025, at the age of 73, surrounded by his loving family.
Roger was born on March 17, 1951, in Providence, R.I., to Ida May (“Holly”) Thomas...
John Nickerson Athearn
In the last minutes of the first day of spring, Johnny Athearn peacefully passed away. He had been patiently coping with illness for several years. During that time, he was able to enjoy the...
James L. Harrison Jr.
James L. Harrison Jr. passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at the age of 93. He was surrounded by his loving family at home in Edgartown, following a long illness.
He was born on...
Dennis J. Beckwith
Dennis J. Beckwith of Oak Bluffs passed away peacefully early on the morning of Monday, March 24, 2025, at Windemere Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was 71 years old. Dennis dedicated his life to...
Gail R. Landers
Gail R. (Combra) Landers, 71, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family.
A full obituary and service announcement will follow.
Services for Renato Faini Jr.
Visiting hours for Renato Faini Jr. will be held at Chapman Funerals in Oak Bluffs on Saturday, April 5, at 10 am, followed by a funeral service beginning at 11 am.
Capt. Everett Lee Whorton Jr.
Capt. Everett Lee Whorton Jr., 80, of Oak Bluffs, peacefully yet unexpectedly passed away at home on Sunday, March 16, 2025. He was the beloved eldest son of Everett L. and Helen (Santos) Whorton,...
Ted Edward Desrosiers
Ted Edward Desrosiers, a man who could fill a room with laughter and make everyone feel like an old friend, passed away on March 11, 2025. He lived with a full heart, a quick...
Sean Allen Chalifoux
Sean Allen Chalifoux, 49, of Venice, Fla., passed away in front of loved ones, after succumbing to his injuries after being struck by a car, on Jan. 8, 2025.
He was born on March 17,...
Patsy Shelton Fullin
Patsy Shelton Fullin of Vineyard Haven passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on March 14, 2025. She was 74.
Born on May 14, 1950, in Oak Bluffs, she was the daughter of Virginia...