The collection of profiles on this page were written in an effort to help preserve the memory of individuals who have made island living so enjoyable.
A special thanks to our writers for the time they've taken to research and document each profile. Profiles donated by writers must be submitted with the written consent of the subject or by family members.
Austin Petersen
It all started with a blank wall. Cracked and scribbled with graffiti,
the long wall along the side of the road leading to Tutu Park Mall was a bit of an eyesore.
“Passing this wall every day with nothing but graffiti, I thought I should do something about this,” said artist Austin Petersen.
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Foxy Callwood
No visit to the Virgin Islands is complete without a
visit to Jost Van Dyke, the smallest of the inhabited British Virgin Islands, where Foxy is waiting to welcome you with a cocktail and companionship.
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Attorney Leigh Goldman
Leigh Goldman, an 18 year Virgin Islands resident, runs a tranactional
practice that spans real estate, estate finance and business planning, or what he calls, "The happier side of law."
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Capt. Don Mertens
Mertens admits
he doesn't like taking orders from someone else. However, he does appreciate spending time fishing with his charter guests. He is enthusiastic
as he declares, "There's an excitement in watching someone else's enjoyment!"
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Lucia Henley
"I can remember as a child I would dance when I tasted seasoning," says Henley, of the
lip-smacking mix of vegetables, herbs and spices that she pounds down to a fine
powder with a mortar and pestle.
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Gary Hodge
"Making people happy", he says. "A lot of guys pass through this marina.
My co-workers and I like to make sure they are as comfortable as possible and enjoy themselves. If someone asks
a question that I don't know, I'll make it a point to find out and let them know."
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Jeffery Hart
After retirement
and relocation, Hart say's his plans call for "as much golf as possible" and to "finally have time for travel."
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Andrea Courteau
Tribute to Andy - Friend, Accomplished Angler, Animal Lover and Chocolate Provider.
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