#obituary

#obituary

Those who knew Fire Captain Scott William Hall of the Berkeley Fire Department will not be surprised to learn that he took command of his first fire truck at age 3. Though not widely verbal at that age, he was already certain of his purpose quietly steering his toy engine with the same modest determination that would define his 38-year career in public safety, including 34 years of distinguished service with Berkeley Fire.

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, the Japanese-American actor who played the evil sorcerer Shang Tsung in numerous Mortal Kombat films, TV series, and video games, has died at the age of 75.

In the moving obituary, Messerly's family wrote that he would be remembered for his "kindness, big smile, and silly natured personality". "Rhett attended Weber High School and was known as the 'goofball' to his peers, the 'handsome boy with nice muscles' to all the girls," the obituary reads. "He always had a way of bringing a smile and laughter to those who knew him. Most importantly, he will be remembered for his incredible capacity to help others."

Throughout her legislative career, Ann-Margaret worked to ensure that Cape Ann always had a seat at the table in legislative matters. She was focused on her fishermen, jobs and economic development, and helping those in need.

"In every assignment, Regina brought unmatched dedication, enthusiasm, and a commitment to excellence that strengthened our department," Boston EMS said. "A gifted mentor, she helped shape a generation of EMTs and left an impact that will carry forward for years to come." "Regina will also be remembered for her wicked sense of humor, her kindness, and her exceptional strength - a true warrior spirit," the post continues.

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.

The popular Indian Bollywood star Dharmendra passed away at the age of 89 in Mumbai on Monday after several weeks in and out of hospital. Dharmendra, who would have celebrated his 90th birthday on December 8, was one of India's most recognizable film stars and a defining Bollywood screen presence in the 1970s and 1980s. Born Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol in the northern state of Punjab in 1935, he grew up in a farming family and moved to Mumbai in the late 1950s, making his Bollywood debut in 1960.

With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, the Padres mourn the passing of our beloved left-hander, Randy Jones. Randy was a cornerstone of our franchise for over five decades, highlighted by becoming the first Padres pitcher to win the Cy Young Award. Inducted into the Padres Hall of Fame in 1999, his impact and popularity only grew in his post-playing career, becoming a tremendous ambassador for the team and a true fan favorite.

I was sitting on my sofa on a Saturday evening when I heard of Catriona's passing, having been in an unexpectedly foul mood earlier that day.

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

Richard B. Cheney, the 46th Vice President of the United States, died last night, November 3, 2025. He was 84 years old. His beloved wife of 61 years, Lynne, his daughters, Liz and Mary, and other family members were with him as he passed. The former Vice President died due to complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease. For decades, Dick Cheney served our nation, including as White House Chief of Staff, Wyoming's Congressman, Secretary of Defense, and Vice President of the United States.

My amazing hero and my profound gift of a mother passed with me beside her this morning at her home in Ojai, California,

Sister Stanislaus Kennedy, who set up the charity Focus Ireland in 1985, died on Monday morning

Almond announced his musical partner's death on Facebook Thursday. It is hard to write this, let alone process it, but it is with the greatest sadness that the other half of Soft Cell, the wonderful brilliant musical genius David Ball, died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday night, Almond said. The singer said Ball had been ill for a while and seen his health decline in recent years, but gave no cause of death.

BBC Tony Caunter, who played Roy Evans in EastEnders, has died aged 88, his family has announced. The actor played a car dealer with a love interest for Pam St Clement's character Pat Butcher, in the British soap from 1994 to 2003. In a statement, his family said he died "peacefully" on Monday evening at Eastbourne District General Hospital, just eight days after his wife of 63 years, Fran.

Stephanie 'Tanqueray' Johnson passed away last night after suffering a severe stroke. She will be most remembered for holding the world in thrall with her no-holds-barred storytelling about life as a burlesque dancer in the 1970s.