It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Beatrice Bernice Crandall Wiltshire, on Nov. 22, 2025, at the age of 94 years.
Bernice was born on April 23, 1931 in Road Town Tortola, BVI. Bernice grew up surrounded by the warmth of her family. In her early twenties, she journeyed to the US Virgin Islands with her mother and brother, a trip that would forever change the course of her life. It was there that she met her beloved husband, Ricardo A. Wiltshire, with whom she shared a long and devoted courtship before marrying. Together, they built a beautiful family of ten children, seven sons and three daughters, a testament to their enduring love and commitment.
Bernice’s passion for children extended beyond her own family. She dedicated more than 25 years as an educator, shaping young minds with patience, kindness, and wisdom. Her career touched countless lives, and she retired in 1994, leaving behind generations of students who benefited from her guidance and care.
She will be remembered as a woman of strength, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren carry forward her values of love, perseverance, and faith.
Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Ricardo A. Wiltshire, sons Vincent and Kenneth Wiltshire, and is survived by her eight children, their families, and a host of relatives and friends who will cherish her memory.
Survivors
Sons: Julian Wiltshire, Richard Wiltshire, Garren Wiltshire, Bertram Wiltshire, Vernon Wiltshire
Daughters: Marlene Wiltshire, Arlene Wiltshire, Audrey Wiltshire-Smith
Siblings: Brendalee Parsons, Iona Thomas, Yvette Matthias, Rudel Parsons,
Grandchildren: Calvin Farrelly, Rodney Wiltshire, Carlos Butts, Uelic Smith, Uele Smith, Alvorn Barthlett, Andre Barthlett, Anice Wilson-Wallen, Tiana Wilson, Anisha Wilson, Heather Payne, Akeem Wiltshire, Vincent Wiltshire Jr., Darren Wiltshire, Daniele Wiltshire, Kashief Wiltshire, Kristen Wiltshire, Latoya Wiltshire, Melissa Wiltshire, George Wiltshire, Lauren Wiltshire, Alegra Wiltshire, William Wiltshire, Susanna Wiltshire
Great Grandchildren: Juelle Smith, Julene Smith, Julissa Smith, Arianna Baker, Shyann, Iyana Frett, Kaylin Wallen, Anissa Wallen, Ian Wallen, JahRyan Bartlett, N’Kai Bartlett, Jaxii Bartlett, Andre Barthlett Jr., Alyssa Barthlett, Vincent Wiltshire Jr., Keif Farrelly
Special Friends: Olive Phillips and Patrica Joseph
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend funeral service on Thursday Dec. 18, at Christ Church Methodist. Viewing begins at 9 a.m. with service to follow at 10 a.m.
Burial Church Service in Tortola, BVI will be held on Monday, Dec. 22, at 9 a.m. at Methodist Church, Cane Garden Bay
Funeral arrangements on St. Thomas, USVI are under the care of Dan Hurley Home for Funerals and Cremation Centers of St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix. For online direction, condolences or to share a special memory, visit www.hurleydavisfuneralhome.com
Funeral arrangements on Tortola, BVI are entrusted to Majestic Life Funeral Home and Crematory Services.
