Tristan da Cunha celebrates the lives of islanders who have passed away.

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Death Notice for Anderson Green

We regret to report the death of Tristan's oldest man, Anderson Green, who passed away on the 2nd February 2025, aged 94 years.

Charles "Anderson" Green was born on the 7th May 1930 to parents Charles and Lydia Green (née Swain). Anderson is survived by his wife Audrey (née Rogers), and children Jeremy (and daughter-in-law Teresa and grandson Ivan), Raymond (and granddaughters Linda, Julie and grandson Callum), Judith (and granddaughter Michelle), Louisa and Jennifer.

Our sincere condolences go to Anderson's wife, children, and grandchildren.

We expect to post a full obituary in due course.

Anderson Green

Death Notice for Harold Green

We regret to report the death of Harold Green, who passed away on Monday 27th January 2025, aged 90 years.

Harold was born on the 15th February 1934 to parents John and Sophia Green (née Rogers), the youngest of six children. Harold is survived by his wife Amy, daughter-in-law Francesca, grandson Rodney and great grandson Connor; daughter Pamela and son-in-law Thomas Swain, grandchildren Sonia Williams (and great granddaughters Natasha, Mia and Esme), Damian and George Swain.

Our sincere condolences go to Harold's wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

We expect to post a full obituary in due course.

Harold Green

Memorial Service for Sean Burns

Report and pictures from Sean's daughter Kelly Green

On Sunday 12th January 2025, the ashes of the late Administrator Sean Burns were laid to rest on Tristan da Cunha. Sean served as the island's Administrator during three separate postings, and also served on St Helena and Ascension Island. He dedicated around 13 years to the South Atlantic islands.

Sean Burns' ashes in St Mary's church during the memorial service.

Sean Burns' ashes in St Mary's church during the memorial service.

In March 2023, Sean tragically suffered a stroke while on Tristan. Despite being medically evacuated, he sadly passed away at sea on 16th March 2023.

Church server Savanna Green is Sean's granddaughter.

Church server Savanna Green is Sean's granddaughter.

The memorial service, beautifully led by Carlene Glass-Green, was integrated into the Sunday service. His ashes were then interred in the island cemetery. Sean's family was deeply moved by the overwhelming turnout and the heartfelt kindness shown by the community.

Death Announcement for Trina Lavarello

Death announcement for Tristan da Cunha islander Trina Lavarello, who passed away 30 December 2024, aged 84.
13-Jan-2025
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Obituary for Judy Green

Obituary for Tristan da Cunha islander Judy Green, who passed away on the 23rd July 2024, aged 71 years.
5-Jan-2025
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Death Notice for Michael Swales

Tristan da Cunha Association President passes away after a long illness
2-Jan-2025
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Death Announcement for Rhoda Rogers

Death announcement for Tristan da Cunha islander Rhoda Rogers, who passed away 13th November 2024, aged 66 years.
16-Dec-2024
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Obituary for Tordy Repetto

Obituary for Tristan da Cunha islander Tordy Repetto, who passed away on the 8th October 2024, aged 75 years.
8-Dec-2024
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Obituary for Dougie Swain

Obituary for Tristan da Cunha islander Dougie Swain, who passed away 2nd October 2024, aged 74 years.
8-Dec-2024
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