Barbara Jean Day Hersey, 88, of Key West, Fla., and Oak Bluffs died August 16 at her home on the Vineyard.

She was predeceased by her husband, John Hersey.

Survivors include her daughter Brook Hersey and her husband Alexander DeLuca; her granddaughter Violet DeLuca; and her stepchildren Martin, John, Ann and Baird Hersey.

Her memorial service will be held next summer in Key West and also on the Vineyard. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Vineyard Nursing Association, P.O. Box 2568, Oak Bluffs MA 02557.