Obituaries
Karen Achille, Children's Librarian, Beloved English Teacher
Karen Sue Achille died peacefully in her home on Saturday, July 7, in Oak Bluffs after battling cancer. She was 76.
Joseph Amaral Jr., Fun Loving, Kindhearted Friend to All
Joseph Amos Amaral Jr. of Sebastian, Fla. and formerly of West Tisbury, died on Sunday, May 27 . He was 41.
Albert (Buddy) Allen, True Islander
Albert Walkins Allen 3rd of Vineyard Haven died on Jan. 29 at the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington.
Buddy Allen Dies at 73
Albert W. (Buddy) Allen 3rd of Vineyard Haven died on Monday, Jan. 29, at the Lahey Clinic Hospital in Burlington. He was 73.
Chris Abrams, Early Childhood Educator, Friend to Many, Dies at 69
Chris Abrams of West Tisbury died painlessly and peacefully on Dec. 8, surrounded by family, friends and her wonderful caregivers.
Val Arend, Generous in Life and in Spirit, Dies at 89
Valgerd (Val) Thornton of Hanover and Oak Bluffs died peacefully on Nov. 16.
John E. Aldeborgh, World War II Veteran, Avid Private Pilot
John Erik Aldeborgh died peacefully home in Edgartown on Nov. 3. He was 91.
Bernard Adelstein, World-Renowned Trumpet Player
Bernard Adelstein of Sarasota, Fla., died Sept. 30. He was 89.
Meagan Brown Andrews, Vineyard Native with Adventurous Spirit
Meagan Brown Andrews died suddenly on July 20. She was 34.