MEMBERS AND FRIENDS WHO PASSED AWAY IN 2025
PC Paul Goldberg, 82 – Member since 1997
April 15, 1942 – February 9, 2025
PC Bob Philbrook, 96 – Member since 1975
1928 – January 14, 2025
Past Commodore Bob Philbrook passed away on January 14th. Bob and his late wife Charlotte had been PYC members since 1975, and Bob served as Commodore in 1986. Bob and Charlotte will be interred at the Veteran’s Cemetery in Boscawen, NH in a private family service. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. (Obituary)
MEMBER AND FRIENDS WHO PASSED AWAY IN 2024
Darlene Alonzo, 90 – Former Member
September 13, 1934 – December 2, 2024
Former member Darlene Alonzo died peacefully on December 27, at the age of 90 years old. Darlene had enjoyed Christmas with her sons and their families. After a wonderful celebration she passed in her sleep.
Roy Alonzo, 95 – Former member
July 18, 1929 – October 2, 2024
Roy Alonzo passed away on October 2 at the age of 95. Roy and his wife Darlene were dedicated PYC members from 1982-2018. Both were very involved in club activities, and Roy enjoyed sailing Amazing for many years. At this time, the family has chosen to not publish an obituary, however they welcome you to visit the Facebook group “Remembering Roy Alonzo” celebrating Roy’s life.
Jane Kilcoyne, 89 – Former member
July 25, 1935 – August 7, 2024
Jane Kilcoyne passed away on August 7, 2024 . Jane and her late husband Jim joined PYC in 2000. Jim passed away in 2021. Jane remained a PYC member through the 2023 season. Jane will be remembered for her kindness, energy, and enthusiasm. She was a strong supporter of women’s rights and a champion for equality, leaving behind a legacy of advocacy and compassion. (Obituary)
Robert Allan Baime, 85 – Member since 2014
Nov. 27, 1938 – May 5, 2024
PYC member Bob Baime passed away on May 5, 2014, at the age of 85. Bob and his wife Carlene have been PYC members since 2014. The family’s Bristol 41 Moonfleet carried them on legendary trips through the Bahamas and the Caribbean, along the Maine Coast and, triumphantly, carried Bob and his crew across the Atlantic Ocean during the ARC race. (Obituary)
MEMBERS AND FRIENDS WHO PASSED AWAY IN 2023
Mary Lou Graper, 86 – Member since 1992
August 13, 1937 – December 16, 2023
Life Member Mary Lou passed away on December 16. Mary Lou and her late husband Glen had been PYC members sine 1992. Before moving to Freedom, NH in retirement, Mary Lou was very active in attending and volunteering at club activities. (Obituary)
John D ” Jack” Myles, 84 – Former Member
July 9, 1939 – November 27, 2023
Former Portsmouth Yacht Club member Jack Myles passed away on November 27, 2023 at his home in Vero Beach, Florida. Jack, who resigned in 2014, is the father of PYC member Bud Myles and grandfather of former staff member Camden Myles. Our condolences go out to Jack’s wife Diane, and to Bud, Melisa, and family. (Obituary)
John Carson (93) -Former Member
February 6, 1930 – November 17, 2023
Jan Carson (90) – Former Member
February 17, 1933 – November 22, 1923
Former PYC members John and Jan Carson have passed away in November within a few days of each other. The Carsons joined PYC in 1993 and remained active members until 2017 when they moved to Pennsylvania to be near family. (John’s Obituary);(Jan’s Obituary)
Janet Taylor, 89 – Member since 1996
January 14, 1933 – September 3, 2023
Portsmouth Yacht Club member Janet Taylor has passed away at the age of 90. Janet and her later husband Alvin had been PYC members since 1996. Obituary
Bob Stewart, 91 – Member since 2009
January 27, 1932 – April 2, 2023
Portsmouth Yacht Club member Bob Stewart passed away suddenly at the age of 91. Bob and his wife Davia joined PYC in 2009. An avid sailor, Bob was a veteran of countless Bermuda, Halifax, and international offshore races as well as numerous deliveries. Scuttlebutt .com
Paul J Holloway, Jr, 84 – Member since 1988
September 11, 1938 – March 14, 2023
Paul Holloway, a Portsmouth Yacht Club member since 1988, passed away after a period of declining health. He had a dynamic personality that attracted a wide circle of friends, many of whom he considered family. Our condolences go to his wife of 62 years, Anna Grace, and the entire family. (Obituary)
Paul A Dubois, 81 – Member since 2019
November 8, 2041 – February 14, 2023
Portsmouth Yacht Club member Paul Dubois passed away peacefully on February 14, 2023, after a courageous fight against Covid-19. Paul, who joined PYC in 2019 along with his wife Sharon Griffin, will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and quick wit. (Obituary)
Geoffrey E Clark, MD, 84 – Member since 1998
May 21, 1938 to January 8, 2023
Portsmouth Yacht Club member Geoffrey Clark has passed away at the age of 84. Jeff and his wife Martha have been PYC members since 1998. Married for 52 years, some of their happiest times together have been spent sailing—around New England and as far away as the Caribbean and Newfoundland, on their J44 Sedna. (Obituary)