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Ana Elsa Osorio Benitez Dies at 89

Schuster’s Crematorium -
Ana Elsa Osorio Benitez, of C’sted, St. Croix, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026. She was 89 years old. She is preceded in death by her mother, Maria Christina Benitez; father, Sotero Osorio; grandparents, Julia Ayala Rosa and Anastacio Benitez; sister, Lydia Osorio; brothers, Julio Ramon Osorio, Victor Manuel...

Roman Rivera Jr. Dies at 76

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Roman Rivera Jr. of Estate La Grande Princesse transitioned into eternal life on May 12. He was 76 years old. 

Virginia Lockhart Dies at 79

Divine Funeral Services and Crematory -
With heartfelt sorrow and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of our beloved Virginia Lockhart, affectionately known as “Georgellia,” who departed this life on May 18, 2026, at the age of 79. 

Raymond L. Kean Sr. Dies at 66

The family of Raymond L. Kean Sr. -
The family and friends of Raymond L. Kean Sr. are saddened to announce his death on April 28, 2026.  

Richard Allan Lockhart Dies at 76

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Richard Allan Lockhart passed on May 20. He was 76 years old.

Helena Constable Nelson Dies at 77

The Family of Helena Constable Nelson -
Helena Constable Nelson, affectionately known to many as "Mrs. Madrie," passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on Aug. 18, 1948, in St. Lucia, Helena touched the lives of many through her kindness, strength, resilience, and unwavering love for her family and friends.

Kaleem O. Iles Dies at 47

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Kaleem O. Ilse, aka “Kalba,” of Estate Mon Bijou, passed away on May 12. He was 47 years old.

Anne Marie Gidharry Dies at 100

Lazarus Funeral Home -
Anne Marie Robert Gidharry, 100, of Boulevard Street, Soufriere, St. Lucia, (formerly of Western Suburb, Christiansted, St. Croix) passed away on May 9, 2026, at her home in St. Lucia surrounded by loved ones.

Conrad I. Jarvis Dies at 91

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Conrad I. Jarvis, 91, of Estate Glynn, passed away peacefully on May 6 in Aventura, Florida, with loved ones by his side. Born June 11, 1934, he lived a long and meaningful life marked by faith, family, and quiet strength.

Cheryl Shulterbrandt Plaskett Dies at 79

Turnbull’s Funeral Home and Crematory Services -
In profound sorrow, the family announces the passing of Cheryl Shulterbrandt Plaskett, 79, of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands who passed away Friday, May 15.

Tamara Riviere Dies at 45

Divine Funeral and Cremation Services -
With profound sadness and heartfelt love, we announce the passing of our beloved Tamara Riviere, who departed this life on May 3, 2026, at the age of 45. 

Lydia Venetia Wilson Dies

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Lydia Venetia Wilson a.k.a “Netta or Venetta”, of Tamarind Estate St, Croix passed away on Sunday May 10, 2026 in North Carolina, She was 81 years old.

Carl E. B. Lovgren Jr. Dies at 80

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Carl E. B. Lovgren Jr. passed away on Oct. 15, 2025. He was 80 years old.

Gilberto Santos Santiago Dies at 77

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Gilberto Santos Santiago, affectionately known as “Papo,” a beloved resident of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, passed on May 12. He was born on Dec. 1, 1948, in Vieques, Puerto Rico.

Jean Elizabeth Cottrell Dies at 77

Mat Probasco -
Jean Elizabeth Cottrell, 77, of East End St. John passed away unexpectantly on April 7, 2026. Born December 7, 1948, to Suzanne and Stanley Doublsky in Trenton, NJ, she graduated from Douglas College at Rutgers University where she met her future husband Stephen (Steve) Cottrell. Jean taught French at Sayreville, NJ...

Gretchen Sue Labrenz Dies at 65

The Family of Gretchen Sue Labrenz -
Gretchen Sue Labrenz, a former longtime St. John resident, passed away at the age of 65 on May 15, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Gretchen was raised in Upper Arlington, Ohio, and attended The Ohio State University.

Anthony Clarence Minto Sr. Dies at 62

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Anthony Clarence Minto Sr., aka “Latumba”, passed away on May 3. He was 62 years old.

Lucinda Rosemary Pemberton Dies at 70

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Lucinda Rosemary Pemberton, aka “Lucy”, of Chevy Chase, MD, passed away on April 30. She was 70 years old.

Juanita Elaine Anduze Proctor Benítez Dies at 84

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Juanita Elaine Anduze Proctor Benítez passed away on May 12, 2026, at the age of 84, in her home on St. Croix, USVI. She was born on May 18, 1941, the youngest daughter of 8 to the late Edna Bianca Forbes Anduze and Beverly Chauncey Anduze.

Luz Maria Christian Viera Dies at 89

James Memorial Funeral Home -
Luz Maria Christian Viera, aka “Mama, Mama Luz, and Guela”, La Grande Princess, passed away on May 13. She was 89 years old. She was preceded by spouse, Manuel Viera Sr.; mother,Aurelia Cordero Christian; father Genaro Christian; son, Luis Aurelio Viera; grandchildren, Ronald Javier Heredia, Arturo Bueno; sister, Ana Santiago;...

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