Benson Judge 
The communities of Delaware and Connecticut are mourning the loss of Anna Faith Servidio, a 20-year-old University of Delaware student whose vibrant personality, love of learning, and devotion to others left a mark far beyond her years. Anna passed away on Sunday, August 17, surrounded in memory by family and friends who cherished her. Born … Read more
John E. Crowley, Mississippi Director and Digital Storyteller, Dies The Mississippi creative community is mourning the loss of John E. Crowley, a director and digital innovator whose work reached audiences both locally and online. Crowley, who had developed a strong following through his creative projects and TikTok presence, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy … Read more
A Legacy Interwoven with Washington’s Public Realm In the heart of the nation’s capital, the passing of Karen Morris—esteemed urban designer, gifted artist, and devoted community volunteer—marks the loss of a figure whose work quietly enriched everyday life in Washington, D.C. Karen Kumm Morris, who passed away on January 11, 2019, at her Arlington, Virginia … Read more
Savannah Blackstock is remembering her father, Brandon Blackstock, with a moving message following his passing earlier this month at the age of 48. In a deeply personal Instagram post shared on August 19, Savannah, 23, reflected on the bond she shared with her father and the lasting impact he made on her life. “My dad … Read more
Aubrey Plaza recently made a rare public appearance on Amy Poehler’s Good Hang podcast, where she spoke candidly about the painful year she’s endured since the death of her husband, filmmaker Jeff Baena. Baena died by suicide in January, leaving Plaza to navigate a new chapter of life marked by loss. Reflecting on her emotional … Read more
Pennsylvania is in mourning after the passing of Theodore “Teddy” Lam, a courageous three-year-old whose brief but impactful life ended on May 6, 2024, following a valiant fight against aplastic anemia. His journey, marked by intense medical treatments and unwavering familial love, has stirred deep compassion across the local community—and beyond. Why this story matters: … Read more
TAMPA — In a heartfelt and deeply personal New York Times opinion piece, Tampa-based food critic Laura Reiley shares the devastating loss of her daughter, Sophie Rottenberg, who took her own life earlier this year. The essay, both piercing and considered, offers a candid look at grief, mental health, and the difficult conversations that follow … Read more
Fort Wayne, Indiana – Carroll High School is reeling after the unexpected passing of Kailyn Howard, a ninth-grade student and member of the Carroll Marching Band. School leaders confirmed that Kailyn suffered a medical emergency on campus earlier this week and tragically did not survive. The announcement, made by Principal Cleve Million and echoed by … Read more
In a powerful new BBC Two documentary, Confessions of a Brain Surgeon, viewers are invited into the intensely personal reflections of Sir Henry Marsh—an esteemed British neurosurgeon whose groundbreaking career is marked by both life-saving triumphs and lifelong emotional burdens. A Legacy of Innovation and Introspection Henry Marsh, known for pioneering awake craniotomy techniques and … Read more
In the close-knit community of Oakfield, Wisconsin, the Kollmann family is grappling with an unspeakable loss. On Sunday, August 17, their beloved 12-year-old son and brother, Alex Kollmann, passed away unexpectedly. The grief has resonated far beyond their household—stirring neighbors, friends, and even strangers to extend heartfelt support. A GoFundMe campaign titled “Easing the Kollmanns’ … Read more
