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San Pedro bids farewell to island matriarch Tomasita Gomez
On Wednesday, July 29th, Tomasita Reymunda Guerrero de Gomez passed away at the age of 100 after a lifetime dedicated to her family, faith, and the development of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. A proud matriarch and one of the island's most respected women, Tomasita left a legacy through her contributions to the community and the generations of islanders she inspired.
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Obituary for Dennis Langley
Dennis William Langley passed away recently at the age of 83. Dennis was born to William and Ivy. He lived a life shaped by independence, curiosity, and an appreciation for the experiences and places that became part of his journey. Over the course of his years, he called Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Belize home, embracing the cultures, landscapes, and friendships that each place brought him. Among all the places he lived and visited, Dennis held a special love for San Pedro, Belize.
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Remembering Long-Time Island Resident Iain Ritchie
The San Pedro community is mourning the passing of Stanley Iain Ritchie, “Iain,” a longtime island resident, entrepreneur, and family man, who died on January 23rd. Ritchie was born on February 16, 1939, in England to Victor and Nancy Ritchie, and spent more than four decades making an indelible contribution to life on Ambergris Caye.
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Constance ‘Connee’ Jo Cantrill Obituary
Connee was one of a kind who loved life and was a social butterfly with a warm heart and never knew a stranger! She enjoyed cooking and trying new recipes only to then share them with friends, especially at the holiday’s when she enjoyed decorating for Christmas both at home and at her second home in Belize.
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RIP ~ Brandy DeAngelo
Submitted by Christine CervantesBrandy passed away at home on July 6th at the age of 50. She was the owner of Luna Loca on...
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Yvonne Temsik, long-time island resident & San Pedro Sun “Nana” passes away
Edythe “Yvonne” Temsik aka Nana August 12, 1934 – January 6, 2023Edythe "Yvonne" Temsik was born on August 12, 1934, in Ford Cliff, Pennsylvania, where...
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WCS Belize remembers Jon Ramnarace, as enthusiastic, competent, dedicated, innovative, warm, friendly, and family-oriented
Jon Ramnarace was a vital teammate and true friend. We at the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) had the fortune of seeing his skills, broad knowledge, and wide influence while working with him for six years. Jon brought his gregarious nature, enthusiasm, and technology competency to our conservation programs, supporting many national initiatives intended to help safeguard Belize’s marine and terrestrial resources.
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Rest in Peace ~ Richard Schmidt
Submitted by Ricky SchmidtSan Pedro resident and businessman, beloved father, grandfather, and friend Richard “Mr. Rich” Schmidt went to join our lord in Feb....