LIVERMORE, Calif. — John Concannon, a beloved fourth-generation vintner and visionary guardian of Concannon Vineyard, passed away unexpectedly on July 10, 2025, at the age of 64. His passing has left a profound void in the California wine community and across the Livermore Valley wine-growing region. A Legacy Rooted in Livermore Valley Viticulture Born and raised among the sprawling vineyards established by his great-grandfather James Concannon in 1883, John lived the traditions of Livermore Valley viticulture from boyhood. He followed the family ethos of stewardship and innovation, preserving and evolving the vineyard into a historic destination celebrated for quality and…

NORTH HAVEN, Conn. — Bob DeMayo, the revered high school baseball coach who led North Haven High School for nearly seven decades and became Connecticut’s all-time winningest coach, passed away on July 9, 2025, at the age of 92. Coach DeMayo’s name is etched into the history of Connecticut sports, not just for his record-setting 937 victories, but for the generations of student-athletes he mentored with discipline, respect, and enduring loyalty. A Coaching Career Unlike Any Other Beginning his tenure in 1958, DeMayo would coach for 68 seasons, a span unmatched in Connecticut high school baseball. Under his leadership, North…

AUSTIN, Texas — The Pohl family and the broader Central Texas community are engulfed in grief following the tragic death of Abby Pohl, 8, who lost her life in the devastating flash flood that swept through Camp Mystic in Kerr County on July 4, 2025. Abby, a vibrant second-grader at Casis Elementary, “filled the room with light and laughter,” according to her parents, Matt and Kristin Pohl. A Magical Spirit with Mischievous Eyes Abby’s family described her as having “a magical life force,” one that drew people to her instantly. With her “quirky sense of humor and the mischievous twinkle…

LEXINGTON, Mass. — The firefighting and peer support communities are grieving the sudden passing of Firefighter Trace Conover, who died off duty on July 9, 2025, at age 45. His loss is deeply felt across The Anchor Point (TAP), where he served not only as a firefighter but as a trusted mental health advocate and newly appointed board member. A Career Anchored in Service, Compassion, and Quiet Strength Trace Conover dedicated his life to protecting others—on emergency calls, inside the firehouse, and through his tireless advocacy for the emotional well-being of his fellow first responders. A career firefighter with more…

LEXINGTON, Mass. — David Richmond Gergen, who served as a trusted adviser to four U.S. presidents across party lines and later mentored generations of leaders at Harvard, passed away on July 10, 2025, at the age of 83, after battling Lewy body dementia, his son Christopher confirmed . A native of Durham, North Carolina, Yale graduate and Harvard-trained lawyer, Gergen’s life embodied public service, measured communication, and principled leadership. A Career Defined by Service Across the Aisle Gergen began his public service journey in 1971 as a young speechwriter for President Nixon and rose through the ranks to serve as…

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. — The community is reeling from the sudden loss of Coach Joe Monmonier, longtime Athletic Director, Special Education teacher, and lacrosse coach at Hilton Head Island High School. For more than two decades, Monmonier was a steadfast presence in the Seahawk family—an unwavering mentor whose influence transcended athletics. His passing leaves behind a legacy of compassion, excellence, and authenticity. 🌟 A Career Defined by Heart and Dedication Monmonier began his educational journey as a Special Education teacher, where his dedication to students with unique needs set the tone for a career rooted in empathy and inclusion. As head boys varsity…

TRENTON, N.J. — Kabir Moss, a dedicated public servant and dynamic communications strategist in New Jersey, has died at the age of 37, provoking an outpouring of grief across the state’s political sphere. Known for his exceptional work ethic, creative approach, and unwavering belief in civic engagement, Moss’s sudden passing is a profound loss to all who knew and admired him .  A Career Marked by Passion and Purpose Moss’s career spanned a wide array of roles—from managing local campaigns to shaping statewide communications. He began with the Peace Corps in Morocco, played collegiate basketball at Africa University (Zimbabwe) and Emerson College (Boston),…

The global business community is grieving the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Kim Porter, Deloitte’s beloved Chief Transformation Officer. 💔 With more than 20 years at Deloitte, Kim wasn’t just a top executive—she was a visionary leader, a champion for inclusion, and a mentor to hundreds. Though the cause of death remains private, the shock of her passing has sent ripples across Deloitte and the wider professional services industry. 🌟 A Leader Who Transformed Work—and Lives As Chief Transformation Officer, Kim spearheaded some of Deloitte’s most groundbreaking shifts in digital innovation, agility, and strategic reinvention. > “She redefined what leadership…

Chloe Childress, a dedicated counselor at Camp Mystic in Hunt, Texas, tragically lost her life over the Fourth of July weekend as catastrophic flooding swept through Kerr County. She was 18 years old. A recent graduate of The Kinkaid School in Houston, Chloe was preparing to begin her studies at the University of Texas at Austin this fall. Those who knew her remember a young woman whose compassion and resilience left a lasting impact on everyone she encountered. “Chloe had a remarkable way of making people feel seen,” said Jonathan Eades, Head of The Kinkaid School. “Whether it was sharing…