Roger Allers, the animator, storyteller, and director who helped shape Disney’s modern renaissance and co-directed the 1994 animated landmark “The Lion King,” died January 17, 2026, at his home in […]
Category: Obituaries
In Memory: Helen Louise Hild, Age 96
Helen Louise Hild, 96, of Vero Beach, Florida, formerly of Rye, New York, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Helen was known for her extraordinary kindness, generous spirit, and […]
Actor John Cunningham, Known for ‘My Fair Lady’ And ‘Dead Poets Society,’ Dies at 93
Actor John Cunningham died early Tuesday morning in his beloved Victorian home aside the 11th hole at Rye Golf Club. A resident of Rye since 1969, John was a respected […]
In Memory: Linda Mayers Black Olmstead, Age 67
Linda Mayers Black Olmstead of Port Chester, New York passed away on January 3, 2026. Linda, born May 19, 1958, was the beloved daughter of Annabelle Mayers, Hamden, CT and […]
In Memory: Ida Lorenzetti, Age 89
Ida Lorenzetti passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025. Born on March 16, 1936, Ida lived her 89 years with a warm smile for all and a giving, generous heart […]
In Memory: Alexander (Alex) Thomas, Age 95
Alexander (Alex) Thomas passed away peacefully with his daughters by his side on December 21, 2025 at the age of 95. Alex was born in Neustadt, Germany on April 3, […]
In Memory: Barbara Hare Ward, Age 93
It is with deep sadness that the family of Barbara Hare Ward announces her passing on December 14, 2025. At age 93, Barbara passed peacefully in Rye, New York, surrounded by […]
In Memory: Jim Graham, Korean War Veteran and Sailing Enthusiast, Age 92
James Scott Graham (“Jim”) passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Sunrise Senior Living, Buckhead after a brief illness. Born 12-22-32 in Munhall, Pennsylvania, he loved to point out […]
In Memory: Claudia Razook, Age 94
Claudia Razook passed away peacefully on December 8th, 2025, surrounded by her beloved children. Born on July 11th, 1931, in Brooklyn New York, Claudia was the cherished daughter of Rose […]
In Memory: Richard “Pete” Kuntz, Age 79
Richard “Pete” Kuntz passed away in his sleep at his home on Tybee Island November 22. He was born September 8th 1946 in Rye, New York. He attended Fordham University […]
