the end

A natural when it came to fixing and building things, he turned his skills to preserving the history of his beloved hometown

She was the spiritual rock in her family and a dedicated volunteer. When she sang, it seemed ‘God was helping her.’

After a knee injury ended his football career, Jones became a paramedic and helped with search and rescue

Born on the sea, he was always up for adventure. He loved to socialize—‘breakfast with Jim could last hours.’

Remembering the public figures who died this year

A mother and lawyer, she battled cancer three times. After losing her arm, she learned to change diapers left-handed.

Fiercely competitive and hard-working, he rose through the legal ranks. After a long career, he had big retirement plans.

At six foot one, he was big; his customers were bigger. In his commitment to the perfect fit, retirement was never an option.

A caregiver who worked with troubled teens, she was known for her deft touch in defusing tense situations

Always ready with a hearty laugh, she loved to volunteer. After a rescue at sea by the coast guard, she was quick to sign up