of Newport, Vt., passed away on Aug. 28, 2007, conceding defeat with dignity and grace. Charlie was an outdoorsman and a published short story writer. He loved and appreciated the solitude of the woods and the beauty he found in nature. He hunted and fished and was an expert marksman. Every hunting season was spent in Newark, Vt. His stories related those experiences and his encounters with wildlife. He was a hands-on, practical and realistic man who never walked away from a challenge, but his stories betrayed his strong exterior and exposed his kind and sensitive heart. Charlie was the beloved husband and devoted friend of Melanie (Biknaitis) Johnson, his wife of 14 years. She was his safe harbor. He was her rock. He was born in Meriden, Conn., 54 years ago, to Olive (King) Johnson and Arnold Robert Johnson. He is survived by his mother, Olive Johnson of Island Pond, Vt.; brothers David Johnson of Brighton, Vt., Mark Johnson of Montpelier, Vt., and sister Margaret Coyle of Tallahassee, Fla.; nieces, nephews and dear friends. He was predeceased by his brothers Mike, Ted and Arnold and sisters Emily Lish, Jennie and Martha and his father, Arnold, in 1969. Before moving to Newark in 1994, Charlie spent much of his life in Branford, Conn. He worked for Tracy Oil in New Haven for many years. He was a heating/cooling technician and a licensed electrician and plumber. He was an excellent trouble-shooter. He also worked in law enforcement and was a volunteer firefighter in Branford. As per Charlie's wishes, there will be no memorial services. Donations in Charlie's name may be sent to Frontier Animal Society of Vermont, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport VT 05855 or SAD/SAC, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or Vermont Fish and Wildlife Conservation, in care of Byron Fish, 1455 East Echo Lake Road, West Charleston, VT 05872 or to any Vermont wildlife preservation group. "Here, but not here. Gone, but not gone..." We are all made of Earth and Stardust.

, 79, of Ames, Iowa, died Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2007, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. He was born Sept. 29, 1927, in Haverhill, N.H. to William and Beatrice (Buckley) Fillian. George attended New York State Ranger School and served in World War II with the U.S. Army Air Corps and the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. On Aug. 7, 1948, he was united in marriage to Annette Buschelman. She preceded him in death on July 9, 2005. George worked as a ground crew manager for Eastern Airlines and retired in 1965. He was a claims representative for Social Security and retired in 1986. George was a lifetime member of the following: New York State Ranger School Alumni Association; D.C. Society Sons of the American Revolution, Kiwanis International, Piscataqua Pioneers, Ray County Historical Society (Mo.), American Legion Post #20, NARFE and Eastern Airlines Retirees Association, Grace United Methodist Church in Story City, Iowa. He was a hospice volunteer and had served on many charitable boards, foundations and community clubs throughout his life. His main emphasis was on the care of children and young people. He loved to travel and visit and enjoyed genealogy. Survivors include two sons: Frank Fillian and his wife Fran of Yuma, Ariz., and Lee Fillian and his wife Debbie of Creston, Iowa; four daughters: Beatrice Hobbs and her husband Leon of Claremont, N.H., Suzanne Mendel and her husband Daryl of Ramona, Calif., Alice Tibben and her husband Brian of Nevada, Iowa, and Christina Potter of Marshalltown, Iowa. His parents, wife and one great-grandson, Nathaniel Hobbs, preceded George in death. Services will be held at Grace United Methodist Church in Story City, Iowa, on Monday, Sept. 3, 2007 at 2 p.m. Visitation will be from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the church prior to the service. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be sent to Israel Family Hospice House in Ames or St. Labre Indian School in New Mexico.

, To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven. - Ecclesiates 3:2 Helen C. Belmore, 51, of Island Pond, Vt., died Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2007 at 11:28 a.m. at her home surrounded by her loving family and friends. Helen was a person of passion - in everything she did she sought the joy in life's simple pleasures - the feel of the dirt in the spring when she planted her garden; the textures, tastes and colors of the produce in the fall when she harvested it; the smell of the herbs she grew in her apple orchard, the pleasure of cooking with her family, the blue skies of summer, the vibrant colors of fall; the moon and the stars and the rainbows of the sky; the gentle companionship of animals, the laughter and innocence of her six grandchildren. All these were precious gifts to Helen, and she not only appreciated them to the fullest, but in her courageous and inspirational eight-year battle with cancer, she taught the rest of us to see these things as gifts as well. Helen faced her illness with humor, practicality and stubbornness, and her spirit never gave up. Helen began her life as Helen Mary Castonguay, the daughter of Rita Daniels and the late Raymond Castonguay. She graduated from North Country Union High School in 1973, attended the Community College of Vermont, raised a family, practiced reiki and aromatherapy, and for 13 years taught children at the Island Pond Early Childhood Education Program (Head Start). Helen's biggest passion, however, was her home and family - her own house a model of true meaning of "home" - a haven of refuge and comfort, filled with the warmth of kin and friendship. She lives on in the hearts of all who loved her - the children she taught, her friends and family, and most especially her three children: Syman Belmore, Adam Verge, and Angelena Holobowicz. Helen is survived by many loved ones: her mother and children; six grandchildren, Makayla Belmore, Zachary Belmore, Kaitlyn Verge, Logan Verge, Dominick Holobowicz, Dustin Holobowicz; one brother, Francis Castongauy; two sisters Carol Leigh and Lisa Heath; and a large family of nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins, in-laws and her dedicated care givers, especially Angelena and George Holobowicz, Carol Leigh and Debbie McCurdy. On February 11, 2005, after learning that her illness was progressing, Helen wrote this in her journal: "I guess this is my path in life. So I accept the burden that I bear. I know that my family and close friends also bear my burden. For this I regret, but I can't change it for them. I wish I could bear their pain. But this is also their path." All were blessed to have taken this path with her. Helen's life will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2007, with a get-together for family and friends at the home on Mountain Street in Island Pond. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be sent to the family in care of Angelena Holobowicz, 333 Mountain St., Island Pond, VT 05846.

, 79, of Crane Hill Road, Sugar Hill, N.H., passed away surrounded by family after a brief illness, on Aug. 28, 2007, at the Fletcher Allen Healthcare in Burlington, Vt. She was the beloved wife of the late Harley E. Burt. Sylvia was born on Feb. 12, 1928, the daughter of the late Gwendolyn (Carbee) Elliott and her late stepfather, Everett "Spider" Elliott. Sylvia was extremely proud of her Native American heritage. She was a homemaker and lived with her husband of 63 years in Sugar Hill, N.H. She was a beautiful artist, loved to sing and was a handcrafter of crocheted dolls and scrapbooks. She enjoyed swimming in the ocean and cookouts with her family, and she was an exceptionally talented baker. Sylvia handed down many family recipes still being used today. She enjoyed keeping up with lifelong friends and making new friends, and world events and politics. She was especially fond of watching Federation Wrestling matches, Animal Planet and working on crossword puzzles. Sylvia never obtained a driver's license, but she very proficiently traveled the world by surfing the World Wide Web. Sylvia is survived by five daughters: Linda H. DeMontigny of Bethlehem, N.H.; Karen A. Burt of Albany, N.H.; Vicki G. Burley of Cleveland, Tenn.; Judy M. Mirabella of Intervale, N.H.; and Susan A. Bushby of Lisbon, N.H.; one son, Earle H. Burt of Sugar Hill; her attentive sons-in-law, Michael Bushby, Jim Mirabella and David DeMontigny; nine grandchildren, David, Jenn, Alicia, Ricky, Matt, Larry Jr., Sonya, Tracey, Holly, and several great-grandchildren. One daughter, Becky Joyce, predeceased her. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2007, at 10 a.m. in the Sunnyside Cemetery in Sugar Hill with the Rev. Lyn Winter officiating.

, 83, of St. Johnsbury, Vt., and formerly of Sherbrooke, Quebec, died peacefully on Aug. 28, 2007, at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H. She was the wife of the late Arnold Dolgin (1981) and Edward Slater (1959). Mim is survived by her children, Shelley (Archie Quick), Frank (Margy), Marcia, David (Janet), Steven (Debbie), Marc (Debra), Shari (Ed Callahan), Pamela (Rob Rushia), and Laura (Rick Geisel); and 14 grandchildren. A graveside funeral service will be held on Thursday, Aug. 30, 2007, at 3:30 p.m., at the Jewish Cemetery in Sherbrooke, Quebec. Friends of Mim are welcome and invited to join her family at 54 Cliff St., St. Johnsbury, Vt., on Saturday evening at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, contributions in Mim's memory may be made to the Congregation Beth El, P.O. Box 568, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 76, formerly of McIndoe Falls, Vt., died Friday, Aug. 24, 2007 in Lakeland, Fla. He was the son of Elroy H. and Gertrude F. Long of Danville, Vt. He graduated from St. Johnsbury Trade School in 1949. Gil entered the U.S. Navy for four years and is a veteran of the Korean War. On Dec. 24, 1953, he married Harriet L. Paddleford of St. Johnsbury, Vt. They had four children, Kimberly J. White of St. Johnsbury, John G. Long of Detroit. Mich., Kelly A. Long of Palmdale, Calif., and Jason H. Long of Williamsburg, Va. After returning home from the Navy, Gil worked for "Marsh" Norris at Railroad Street Gulf and then continued his career at New England Power Company where he worked and retired after 39 years. Gil was active in St. Johnsbury VFW Post 793 for several years and served as post commander for one year. He was also an active member of VAST and made many friends through his winter love of snowmobiling. After retiring, he traded in the snow and he and Harriet enjoyed traveling in their motor home, spending time visiting air shows in Wisconsin and Florida. Gil enjoyed the "Sun 'n Fun" Air Show in Lakeland, Florida so much he began volunteering his knowledge and talents to the organization starting in 1998. He volunteered with this organization for nearly 10 years. Gil is survived by his children; Harriet; his sister, Lola J. Medlin and Dennis of Port Mojave, Ariz.; one grandson, Patrick B. Long of East Ryegate, Vt.; four granddaughters, Janessa L. White of Georgia, Amanda and Brittany Long of North Carolina, Brooke A. Long of Williamsburg, Va.; and one great-grandson, Dylan White of Georgia. There will be a memorial service at the Sun 'n Fun grounds in Lakeland, Fla., on Thursday, Aug. 30 at 1 p.m. The family has requested in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts be made to Sun On Fun, 4175 Medulla Road, Lakeland, FL 33811.

, 86, of Lyndonville, Vt., died peacefully early Tuesday morning Sept. 4, 2007, at her home with her family by her side. She was born Sept. 25, 1920, in Grand Isle, Vt., the daughter of the late William E. and Olive O, (Bleau) Rocque. On Jan. 6, 1943, Rose married J. Leo Desjardins. They lived in Burlington, Bristol (where Leo was the police chief and Rose was his dispatcher), and for three years in New York state. In the mid 1960s, Leo and Rose moved to Lyndonville where he became the police chief and Rose was his dispatcher for 22 years until they both retired in 1987. Rose was a Nascar race fan and followed her favorite drivers along the east coast race tracks whenever she could. She enjoyed traveling to the local race tracks as well. She loved her family and all her precious grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include her four children, Jack Harvey and wife Jo of Enfield, Conn., John Desjardins and wife Betty of Kalispell, Mont., Tina Desjardins of Lyndonville, and Rob Desjardins and wife Deb of St. Johnsbury, Vt.; nine grandchildren, Scott, Tim, Kari, Kathy, Jackie, Denise, Rob, Mike, and Lucas; several great-grandchildren; her sister, Arietta "Ret" Patnode of Colchester, Vt.; nieces; nephews; and many friends, including close friends, Bill and Germaine Thompson of Lyndonville. She was predeceased by her husband, Leo Desjardins on June 25, 2000; two brothers, William and Raymond Rocque; and two sisters, Eva Ferris and Frances Aulicino. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Friday, Sept. 7, at 10 a.m., at St. Elizabeth Church in Lyndonville with the Rev. Patrick Forman celebrant. Burial will follow in Holy Rosary Cemetery in Richmond, Vt., at 2:00 p.m. Friends are invited to meet with the family Thurday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Guibord Funeral Home. Memorial donations made in Rose's memory may be directed to, Caledonia Home Health Inc., P. O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, formerly of Passumpsic, Vt., and Largo, Fla., died early Monday morning, Sept. 3, 2007, at her daughter's home in East Burke, Vt., at the age of 85. She was born Aug. 1, 1922, in St. Johnsbury, Vt., a daughter of the late Burl and Ethel (Drew) Langmaid. Following graduation from Danville High School, Jean married Harold H. "Hutch" Hutchins on Sept. 24, 1940. They raised their family in Passumpsic where Jean was active in the community. She was a leader of the Jolly Whirlwinds 4-H club, coached girls' basketball, and was a member of the Passumpsic homemakers' club. Jean was also a member of the North Danville Community Club, and a 50-year member of Green Mountain Grange 1. After her husband retired from Sears in St. Johnsbury, they wintered in Largo, Fla. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, gardening, and competing with her husband's garden. Survivors include two daughters and their families, Phyllis Egan and husband Howard of Woodbine, Md., and their sons, Michael and Jason and wife Toni, and Glenda Bowen and husband Jack of East Burke and their daughter, Jeanna; two brothers, Arnold Langmaid and wife Shirley of North Danville, Vt., and Hugh Langmaid of North Danville; two sisters, Betty Hawkins of Dallas, Texas, and Joyce Bennett and husband Herbert of St. Johnsbury Center, Vt.; her in-laws, Gerald Hutchins and wife Betty of North Danville, and Ruby Goslant of St. Johnsbury; and nieces and nephews. Jean was predeceased by her husband, Harold "Hutch" Hutchins in 2003; her grandson, Chadon H. Cobb in 1976; and two brothers, Forrest and Phil Langmaid. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Sept. 8, at 2 p.m., at the North Danville Baptist Church with the Rev. Robert H. Sargent officiating. Burial will follow in Danville Green Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. Memorial donations made in Jean's memory may be directed to North Danville Community Club, c/o G. Lamothe, 4362 B.B. Memorial Highway, Danville, VT 05828.

, age 86, a St. Johnsbury, Vt., resident, passed away Sunday, Sept. 2, 2007, at her residence surrounded by her family following a lengthy illness. Born Jan. 23, 1921, in Lunenburg, Vt., she was the daughter of Frederick and Lila (Nichols) Whitehead. She married Waldo Wilson. He predeceased her. Helen enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing and bingo. She loved spending time at the Riverside Life Enrichment Center, especially the Wednesday art classes. She was a member of the Moose and thoroughly enjoyed karaoke night. Helen is survived by a daughter, Valerie Rosa Wilson Appleby of North Charleston, S.C.; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom she raised, Rosa Larabee and children John Noyes, Robin Noyes and her child, Cody; Tracy Noyes & her children, Tosha Donna and Courtney Donna; Raymond Boutin and wife Jennifer, their children, Kyla and Khloey Boutin; Robin Boutin and companion Shawn Greenwood, her child Dylan Brink; James Lang; John Sleep; Richard LaFleur and son A.J.; Della LaFleur and daughter, Aggie LaFleur; Fleashia Appleby and daughters, JaNicka Appleby and Jamiela Evans, Jessie Appleby; brothers, George and Harriett Whitehead of Lunenburg, Donald Whitehead of Concord, Allen and Anne Whitehead of Maidstone, sisters, Hazel Wood of Lancaster, N.H., Sarah Cox of East Lyndon, Minnie White of Groveton, N.H., Elizabeth Thergon of Thermopolis, Wyo. She was predeceased by her husband, Waldo on March 19, 1979; an infant daughter, Pamela Marie Wilson on April 25, 1952; a grandson, Christen D. Appleby on Feb. 9, 2005; sisters Joyce B. Whitehead McMahon and Charlotte Whitehead; and brother Frederick Whitehead. A memorial service will be held at the Pearsons Funeral Home, Friday, Sept. 7, 11 a.m., with Mr. John Sleeper officiating. Interment will follow in the John's River Cemetery, Dalton, N.H. Memorial contributions may be made in Helen's name to the Riverside Life Enrichment Center Activities/Art, 2104 East Burke Road, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, 83, of 2639 Vance Hill, Newport Center, Vt., passed away Aug. 30, 2007, in Newport. He was born July 2, 1924, in Newport, Vt., a son of Aristide and Antionette (Vigneau) Bouffard. He attended Sacred Heart School. On April 13, 1948, he married Frances Odelle who survives him. Mr. Bouffard was a veteran of World War II. On April 28, 1943, he entered the U.S. Army Air Corps where he was assigned to the 767th bombardment squadron and was honorably discharged on Sept. 7, 1945. He held memberships with American Legion Post 21, of Newport, Newport Elks Club B.P.O.E. 2155, Knights of Columbus Gibbons Council 2285, St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church, and Kiwanis Club. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed carpentry, crafts, and tinkering around the house. He was employed by Butterfield Union Twist of Derby Line, Vt., and he later was owner of the former Amoco Gas Station in Newport. He was also a maintenance worker for the state of Vermont Highway Department. He worked around the Newport Court House as a janitor as he was the only person that could fix the clock. He is survived by his wife, Frances Bouffard of Newport Center; three children, Dennis Bouffard and his wife, Katherine of Sutton, David Bouffard and his wife, Beth of Newport, and Kathy B. Millen of West Yarmouth, Mass.; eight grandchildren, Jon, Heidi, Wendy, Melissa, Benjamin, Thomas, Gregory and Kaitlyn; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Paul Bouffard and his wife, Denise of Newport; sisters-in-law Rita Bouffard and Pauline Bouffard, both of Newport; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by the following brothers and sisters: George, Eugene, Francis, Edmund, Sr. Louise, Sr. Helen, Sr. Aimee, Bernadette Butler and Sr. Rose Angeline. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, Sept. 7, at Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 8, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Newport with the Rev. Dallas St. Peter celebrating a Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery with full military honors. Members of the Knights of Columbus Gibbons Council 2285 are requested to meet for prayers for Brother Gerard on Friday, Sept. 7, at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

, 64, went to be with her lord on Aug. 31, 2007. She passed away at home in Newnan, Ga. She lived for awhile in St. Johnsbury, Vt. She was born Sept. 26, 1942, in Barre, Vt. Phyllis was an active member of The Church of God in Newnan, Ga. She enjoyed crafts, music, cooking and being with family. She is survived by six children, Ralph Churchill Jr. and wife, Lucille, of Highgate, Vt., Eugene Churchill and Earl Churchill of Newnan, Ga., Eleanor (Churchill) Morgan and husband, Dennis, and Wade Churchill of St. Johnsbury, and Scott Churchill and wife of Greensboro, Vt.; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Nancy and husband, Raymond, Pilette of Lyndonville, Vt,. and Jean Berwick of Peacham, Vt.; also a sisterly cousin, Rosemary Francis; and close friend David Laflure of Lyndonville. She was predeceased by husband, Elliott Hurley; mother, Vera Noble; father, Earl Noble; brother Robert Holden; brother-in-law Benjamin W. Berwick; and special friend Harold Fisher. A graveside interment may be held in Plainfield, Vt., at a later date.

, 87, formally of Riverside Avenue, Gilman, Vt., died Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 5, 2007, at the Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, Colebrook, N.H. Mr. Pelletier was born in New Brunswick, Canada, on April 8, 1920, the son of Florient and Catherine (Dumas) Pelletier. Frenchie, also known to some as "Eddie", was raised in Lewiston, Maine, and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. For approximately 40 years, he resided in Gilman and worked at the Gilman Paper Mill for 25 years. After leaving Gilman, he briefly lived in Bethlehem, N.H., and Groveton, N.H. For the past three years, he has been a resident of the Coos County Nursing Hospital in West Stewartstown. Family members include his wife of over 50 years, Glenna (Merritt) Pelletier of West Stewartstown, N.H.; a son, David Pelletier of Bethlehem; three daughters, Judy Sterling of Merrimack, N.H., Cheri Mire of Lancaster, N.H., and Kathy Lovell of Columbia, N.H.; nine grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. Memorial visiting hours will be held Sunday afternoon and evening, Sept. 9, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A graveside service will held Saturday afternoon, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m., in Cushman Cemetery, Dalton.

of Southard Street in St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2007, at the age of 89 after a period of declining health. He was born in Hanover, N.H., Aug. 1, 1918, the son of Frederick Harvey and Ida Jane (Glenn) Moore. Don was a veteran of World War II. He served eight years in the Army Air Corps and spent time in Panama prior to World War II. During World War II, he was stationed in Gowen Field, Idaho, where he trained pilots being sent over to England. Don worked as an auto parts salesman at Northern Auto for over 30 years. He had the distinction of serving in the National Ski Patrol for over 60 years. He patrolled originally at Stowe, and then later at Burke Mountain, Jay Peak, and the Lyndon Outing Club. Don was a longtime member of the St. Johnsbury Country Club where he served as treasurer for 22 years. He was proud of his Scottish heritage and belonged to the St. Andrew's Society in Burlington. He was also past commander at the American Legion Post 58 and was instrumental in the operation of R.E.A.C.T. He is survived by his wife, Alice (Cass) Moore; three children, Leslie C. Moore of Flemington, N.J., Karen H. Moore of Kirby, Vt., and Connie M. Beliveau and husband Jean-Guy of Charlotte, Vt.; eight grandchildren, James, Jeremy, David, Heather, Michelle, Denise, Chantal and Lia; five great-grandchildren: Alex, Martina, Makela, Tristyn, and MacKenzie. He was predeceased by a brother, Leslie F. Moore; a sister, Agnes Byrd; and recently by a sister-in-law, Claire Moore. A memorial service will be held Sept. 23, Sunday, at 4 p.m., at the South Congregational Church. Memorial contributions may be directed to National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 75 Talcott Road, Williston, VT 05495 or to the Vermont Special Olympics, 368 Ave. D, Suite 30, Williston, VT 05495.

, 59, of Coaticook, Quebec, and Danville, Vt., died unexpectedly Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2007, at North Country Hospital in Newport. Lacking family connections, he developed a brother-sister relationship with both Robin Rothman of Danville and Celine Dudemaine of Ayers Cliff, P.Q. David was a psychotherapist with Northeast Kingdom Human Services in both St. Johnsbury and Newport. Recently he had been working with troubled children in northern schools like Holland, Charleston, and Morgan. David wrote poetry and read omnivorously. He fended for himself starting early in his life and was somewhat of a rolling stone, deciding on a career in psychology. He put himself through all his education up through obtaining his master's in psychology and social work. David came from a military family. As a boy he lived in North Carolina, Texas and Massachusetts, and later again in Massachusetts, Colorado, and the Albany N.Y. area. He worked a variety of jobs beginning in his teens: He ran errands, operated the telegraph, cleaned houses, managed a bar and even an art gallery. While working on his master's, he oversaw a psychiatric nursing home. David began working with Northeast Kingdom Human Services in the mid-1980s. He tended bar a few nights a week at the Rabbit Hill Inn. His main enthusiasms were reading, studying French, which he taught himself, and talking to people wherever he went. David was particularly interested in religion and spirituality and read extensively on those subjects. He adopted Judaism as the religion most compatible with his beliefs and origins. He practiced his French in Quebec. He became enchanted with the culture and moved to Coaticook about five years ago and was working on obtaining permanent Canadian residency. Graveside services will be held Monday, Sept. 10, at 11 a.m. at the Danville Green Cemetery on Brainerd Street. Rabbi Tobie Wiseman of Montpelier will officiate. Anyone wishing to attend is welcome. Contributions marked in David Lawson's memory may be directed to Northeast Kingdom Human Services, P.O. Box 368, St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, age 49, of Littleton, N.H., passed away suddenly at his mother and step-father's home in Franconia, N.H., on Sept. 1, 2007. Kim was born on Nov. 18, 1957, a son to John Golden and Donna (McClintock) Cruikshank, in Concord, N.H. Kim was a 1975 graduate of Littleton High School. He was a self-employed carpenter in the local area. Kim enjoyed many sports, biking, running, hiking in the North Country and most outdoor activities. He had a great love for his children. Surviving family members include his mother and step-father, Donna and William Cruikshank of Franconia, N.H.; his father and step-mother, John and Jean Golden of Littleton, N.H.; one son, Luke Scott Golden of Franconia, N.H.; one daughter, Jade Rose Golden of Dover, N.H.; one sister, Heidi and her husband Michael Mock of Dorchester, N.H.; and two loyal friends and mothers of his children, Susan Chang of Dover and Lucy Golden of Franconia. His brother Scott Golden predeceased him. A graveside service was held Saturday, Sept. 8, 2007, at Wheeler Hill Cemetery in Littleton with the Rev. Tom Golden officiating.

, age 56, Littleton, N.H., passed away Aug. 31, 2007, at Littleton Regional Hospital after a brief illness. Bob was born June 14, 1951, a son to George and Dorothy Reynolds, in Hackensack, N.J. He served in the U.S. Army. Bob was employed as a customer service representative at Wal-Mart for the past 10 years. He was a great Dad, Papa and friend. He was always there for everyone and is going to be missed by all. Bob leaves his daughter, Dawn Michelle Reynolds; and three beautiful grandchildren, Makiyah, Rey? and Angel Jr. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Sept. 13, 2007, at 1 p.m. at New Life Assembly of God Church on Whitefield Road, with the Rev. Ernest Wilkins officiating.

, formerly of Granby and Springfield, Vt., died peacefully at the home of his son, Edward, in Lyndon, Vt., Thursday afternoon Sept. 6, 2007, at the age of 94. He was born May 20, 1913, in Burke, Vt., the last surviving child of the late Fred and Aimee (Hazen) Farmer. Gene grew up on the Belmont Stock Farm in East Burke and graduated from Lyndon Institute. He worked on the family farm and joined the Vermont National Guard in Lyndonville, serving for seven years. He was a member of the Vermont National Guard rifle team and traveled to Camp Perry in Ohio to compete in national matches. He was interested in machinery and learned how to operate some simple machinery at age 12 from a friend in the blacksmith shop in East Burke. He used this knowledge to make his first gunstock, which became a lifelong hobby. Later, he went to Pittsfield, Mass., and was employed as a machinist at a General Electric plant. At the start of World War II, he moved to Springfield, Vt., to work for Jones and Lamson Machine Tool Company. He assembled machines for the war effort and then traveled the U.S. training operators to run them. On June 01, 1940, Gene married Helen Lund. Following World War II, Gene and Helen moved back to the Northeast Kingdom where Gene plowed roads for the town of Granby. He also was employed as a fire lookout on Burke Mountain while Helen managed the picnic areas and toll road. They also managed the Seyon Ranch in Groton for seven years. In 1953, they moved back to Springfield where Gene again worked at Jones and Lamson until his retirement in 1977. While there, he was an assembly man, service engineer, and department supervisor. He traveled extensively for the company throughout the United States and spent six months in India. Following retirement, Gene and Helen moved back to their beloved Granby in the Northeast Kingdom. He contracted with his brother in-law, George Lund, to build a log home on the same road Helen lived on as a child. Gene was a lifelong learner, taking courses all his life on subjects pertaining to his work, public speaking and town government. He was very involved in town affairs, serving many years as Granby town moderator and lister. He attended listers' school to become certified because "he wanted to get it right." A member of the St. Johns Masonic Lodge in Springfield and the Mt. Sinai Shriners in Barre, Vt., Gene was a lifetime member of the NRA and past president of the Wells River-Groton Trapshooters Club, and the Northeast Kingdom Skeet Club. He enjoyed his shooting sports until the age of 86. His favorite past times included hunting with his brothers in-law George, Henry and Milton Lund, and his childhood friends Ben and Bill Upson. He was an expert fly fisherman and fly tier, spending many happy hours with Helen fishing the lakes and streams of the Northeast Kingdom. He also was able to take several successful moose hunting trips to Newfoundland. A hunting trip to New Brunswick with Helen was one of his favorite memories. Survivors include his two sons and their wives, Edward and Lorinda (Wood) Farmer of Lyndon and Richard and Lynda (Silloway) Farmer of Springfield; two grandchildren, Charlene Farmer of Essex, Vt., and Roger Farmer and his wife, Tammy of White River, Vt.; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 66 years, Helen Farmer, in May of 2006; his four siblings and their spouses, Harold and Stella Farmer, Edith and Edmund McNally, Ruth and Hilbert Hudson, and Gertrude and Bernard Good. A memorial service will be held Wednesday Sept. 12 at 2:30 p.m. at the Lyndon Bible Church (located on Brown Farm Road just off Red Village Road in Lyndon) with the Rev. Joel Battaglia officiating. Burial in Woodmont Cemetery in East Burke will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no visiting hours. Memorial donations made in Eugene Farmer's memory may be directed to either Granby Congregational Church, Granby, VT 05840 or to Caledonia Home Health Inc., P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 54, East Greenwich, R.I., passed away Aug. 31, at South County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in North Kingston, R.I. She was born in Littleton, N.H., the daughter of the late Latson O'Neal and Marion (Tony) Thomas. She was a graduate of Littleton High School. She leaves behind a large family whom she loved very much: her son, Jason Ordway of Pawcatuck, Conn.; a brother, Latson O'Neal and wife Beverly of Littleton; two sisters, Betty Mackay and husband Kenneth of Littleton, and Margaret Doane and husband Donald of Newfields, N.H.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Barbara was a loving friend to anyone who knew her. She loved her dog Zeke and trained him to be a big part of her life along with her family. She especially loved all the family get-togethers. She was a fun and giving person to be around. She will be sadly missed. A memorial Mass will be held at The St. Rose Of Lima church in Littleton, N.H., on Sept. 22, 2007, at 10 a.m. Burial will be at Glenwood Cemetery in Littleton.

of St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away Sept. 8, 2007, at the age of 70. He had been staying at the home of Jeff Racine, his caregiver. He was born in St. Johnsbury on May 19, 1937. His parents were the late Duncan and Verna Hatley. He served in the U.S. Air Force 1955 to 1959. He has a daughter, Deborah Hatley, residing in Providence, R.I. Memorial services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Sayles Funeral Home. His remains will be buried in the Vermont Veterans Cemetery in Randolph.

, 89, passed away quietly Friday Sept. 7, 2007, in Derby, Vt. She was born the daughter of Amie and Nellie (Clifford) Carbonneau on March 13, 1918, in Barnston, Quebec. Mrs. Smith was a very busy person raising a large family and she did a lot of cooking and sewing that goes along with it. She also found time to take care of several elderly people as well as being a member of the Newport Navy Grange, Derby Rebecca Lodge, and the director of the Newport Senior Center for 14 years. She also worked at Somebody's Attic for several years. Jennie is survived by her sons, Ronald and his wife Rochelle Moss, Allan and his wife Venyse Moss, Craig and his wife Rebecca Buckland, all of Florida, Charles Buckland of St. Albans, Vt.; step-sons George Buckland of Beebe, Quebec, Richard and his wife Linda Smith of Westfield, Vt., and Lewis and his wife Mary Smith of Lyndonville, Vt.; step-daughter Dorothy and her husband Edson Blake of Beebe, Quebec; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Daisy Moss of Beebe. She was predeceased by her brother, Eugene Carbonneau; step-daughter Patricia Goodall; and as well as her husbands, Elmont Moss, George Buckland, and Charles Smith. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family with interment to take place in the Woodside Cemetery in Beebe. Should friends desire, contributions in Jennie's memory may be made to the Derby Green Activities Fund, Derby, VT 05829.

, formerly of Waterford, Vt., died unexpectedly Sunday, Sept. 9, 2007, at St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, where she had resided since February 2003. She was born in Danbury, N.H., on Oct. 19, 1918, the daughter of Edwin and Georgianna (Fowler) Ford. She was predeceased by her husband, Maurice Pinard in 1999; her eldest child, Royce Pinard in 2003; an infant grandson, Nathan Murray in 1976; four brothers, Clarence, Merle, Maurice and Roy Ford; and three sisters, Ruth Tucker, Louise Ford and Lizzie Huntoon Austin. Her family knows what a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother she was. Mrs. Pinard was a cook at the Waterford School in the early 1960s. She was very content at St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center and was thankful for the attention and care she received there. By nature, she was a very friendly and outgoing person and thoroughly enjoyed singing karoke and became quite a reader in her later years. Elsie was a collector of angels, and now she is one of them! Elsie is survived by three children, Roger Pinard and wife Pauline of Narragansett, R.I., Rhonda Murray of Pittsfield, N.H., and Rita Pinard of St. Johnsbury, Vt.; daughter-in-law Sherry Pinard of Littleton, N.H.; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one sister, Leona Russell of Danbury, N.H.; and sister-in-law Martha Ford of Boscowen, N.H. Memorial services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Grace United Methodist Church. The pastor, the Rev. John Marshall, will officiate, assisted by family friend Pastor Paul Powers. A light luncheon will follow at the church. Burial will have taken place at Riverside Cemetery in Lower Waterford. There will be no visiting hours. The family suggests memorial contributions, marked for Resident Activity Fund, may be directed to St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, 1248 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 66, of River Road, Gilman, Vt., died Friday evening, Sept. 7, 2007, in Lunenburg, Vt., as a result of an ATV accident. Mr. Howland was born in Gilman on Aug. 28, 1941, the son of Abner Herbert, and Ellen (Greeley) Howland. He was a lifetime resident of Gilman working on farms in his youth, including the Mosher Farm in Lunenburg, Vt. For a time, he was also employed at the Atlas Foundry in Concord, Vt., and the Colby Sawmill, Lunenburg. Herbert loved to hunt, fish and go four-wheeling. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and was known for living his life his way. Family members include two sisters, Grace Gunnip of Brattleboro, Vt., Mary E. Ball of Lancaster, N.H.; and many nieces and nephews, including great- and great-great-nieces and -nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; two sons, Richard A. Howland and Edward H. Howland; a sister, Alyce D. Brown; and two brothers-in-law, Frederick Brown and Lucius Ball. There are no visiting hours. A celebration of his life will be held at the home of his niece Florence Brown at 2382 River Road, Gilman, Saturday, Sept. 22, starting at noon. Burial will be held at a later date in Riverside Cemetery, South Lunenburg. The family has requested that donations be sent to the Bailey Funeral Home, 210 Main St., Lancaster, NH 03584 to help defray funeral expenses.

, 78, formerly of Lyndonville, Vt., died peacefully at the home of her caregiver in St. Johnsbury, Vt., Sunday afternoon, Sept. 9, 2007, with her son and niece by her side. She was born Aug. 12, 1929, in Barton, Vt., the last surviving child of the late Alton and Dorothy (Lurvey) Willey. A graduate of St. Johnsbury Academy Class of 1948, Rose began a career with New England Telephone Company in St. Johnsbury as an operator and was promoted to supervisor. In 1991, she retired from the Burlington office, completing 43 years of dedicated service. Since retirement, Rose had resided in Lyndonville until earlier this year. Attending ceramics classes, bowling, traveling to Hawaii, dance classes and spending time with friends and neighbors brought her much pleasure. Survivors include her son, Phil Garand of St. Johnsbury and his companion, Brenda Wilkins; several nieces and nephews; and many good friends. She was predeceased by her friend and former husband Donald Garand in 2001; her brother Alton Willey; and three sisters, Edith Wells, Rosalie Stevens and Evelyn Goodwin. A funeral Mass will be held Thursday, Sept. 13, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church in St. Johnsbury with the Rev. Patrick Forman celebrant. Friends may call on the family prior to the service at the Sayles Funeral Home Thursday morning from 9:30 to 10:30. Burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery will be held Friday at 2 p.m. Memorial donations made in Rose Garand's memory may be directed to Alzheimer's Association, VT & NH Chapter, 172 N. Main St., Barre, VT 05641-4124.

of East Burke died peacefully at Northeastern Vermont regional Hospital on Sept. 10, 2007, at the age of 92. Born on in Aztec, N.M., the eldest child of Quincy and Nelle Cornelius, Susan grew up on the Cornelius ranch in Monte Vista, Colo. She graduated from the University of Colorado and obtained a master's degree in psychology from Columbia University in 1938. Rita Bole, president of what would become Lyndon Teachers College, and subsequently Lyndon State College, hired Susan to teach at Lyndon Normal School. While living in Lyndon Center she met and, in 1941, married Herbert Gallagher of Burke, who predeceased her in 1997. Susan taught psychology at Lyndon Normal School, Lyndon Teachers College and Lyndon State College from 1938 until she retired in 1976. She rose to the position of professor of psychology and behavioral sciences and served as department chair for many years. In 1958-1959, she served as interim president of the college. During her long career at Lyndon State, she also served as dean of women, director of student personnel and on numerous faculty and professional committees. Following her retirement, she was named professor emerita. An active member of the community, Susan served on the advisory board of the Vermont Department of Aging and Disabilities, on the Friends of Burklyn Board of Trustees, as treasurer of the Vermont Psychological Association and belonged to the Vermont Retired Teachers Association. Appointed by the Commissioner of Education, she served several years on the local education design committee. During the Dean administration, she was chair of the Vermont Mental Health & Aging Committee, providing advice to the governor on related issues. In addition, she was a member of the Girl Scout committee, served as a Cub Scout den mother and belonged to the Lyndon Women's and Burke Mountain Clubs. In the summer of 1987, she spent a short time in Washington, D.C., as a senior intern to Sen. Patrick Leahy. For many years, she was active in the local Democratic Party and was a candidate for Vermont Senate in 1986. For three years, Susan chaired the Burke Planning Commission. She and her husband were enthusiastic gardeners, tending to as many as 400 tomato plants in one season. Susan has always enjoyed bridge and has recently played bridge on Saturdays at the Cobleigh Library. Susan is survived by her son, James Gallagher and his wife, Susan of Lyndon; her son, Gregory Gallagher and his wife, Midge of Westmore, Vt.; a brother, Quincy Cornelius of Farmington, N.M.; a sister, Nancy Prentice, of Monte Vista, Colo.; grandsons, Michael Gallagher and his wife, Susan, Peter Gallagher and his wife, Stacy, Nicholas Gallagher, Patrick Gallagher and Kevin Gallagher; and four great-granddaughters. She was predeceased by a sister, Elida Ann Jochim. An open house and memorial will be held at Susan's home on East Darling Hill Road, East Burke, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007. There will be no visiting hours. Memorial donations in Susan's memory may be made to the Susan Cornelius Gallagher Scholarship Fund at Lyndon State College and should be directed to the Office of Institutional Advancement, LSC, P.O. Box 919, Lyndonville, VT 05819.

, 75, St. Johnsbury, Vt., died Sept. 8, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. Born Nov. 27, 1931, he was the son of Clayton and Lillian (Flanders) Dickerman. He is survived by two sons, Dale Flanders and Shaun Turgeon, and one daughter, Ann Jones, all of St. Johnsbury; his grandchildren, Christina Jones, Casey Jones and Cody Jones, all of St. Johnsbury, Jennifer Osgood of Fairfax, Vt., and Samantha Turgeon of St. Johnsbury; one great-grandson, Tyler Jones-Hill; and one sister, Jean of Lebanon, N.H. He was predeceased by his parents; brother Harold Dickerman; and two sisters, Marion Bell and Dot Blodgett. He was a private first class in the U.S. Army and served in Germany and spent 17 years in the National Guard as a sergeant. He loved the outdoors, camping, building anything out of wood, cats and hummingbirds. He retired from Fairbanks Scales in St. Johnsbury after 17 years of service.

died suddenly during a trip to Zurich, Switzerland, on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2007, at the age of 65. He was predeceased by his parents, Winifred Munderloh and William Dunn. A former investment banker and book dealer, Michael moved from Montreal to Newport, Vt., in 1978, where he became deeply involved in community life. A director of both the Community National Bank and North Country Hospital, he was also on the executive committee of the Northeastern Vermont Development Association. He had a quick wit and generous heart and made countless colorful and meaningful contributions to the lives of others. He leaves a multitude of friends on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border and overseas. A celebration of Michael's life will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 3, at 2 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, Derby Road, Newport. Donations may be made to the North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855-9329, or to the charity of one's choice.

died at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton early Thursday morning, Sept. 13, 2007, at the age of 72. He was formerly of Bennington, Vt. He was born in Danville on March 4, 1935, the son of the late Perley and Alice (Scribner) Bean. His father died while the family was very young, and Paul was raised in various foster homes. He was predeceased by four brothers, Leo, Carroll, Raymond, and Kenneth; and by a sister, Elsie Padham. He is survived by a stepson, Ason Adams of Morrisville; a step-daughter, Avis Hill of Bennington; two sisters, Shirley Donnelly of Alto, Ga., and Gloria Jones and her husband, Kenneth of Morrisville; three sisters-in-law, Alice Bean of Lyndonville, Barbara Bean of Louisiana and Terry Bean of Pennsylvania; nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Thursday, Sept. 20 at 1 p.m. at the Danville Green Cemetery. Mr. John Sleeper will officiate. Preceding the burial, friends and family will gather at the Sayles Funeral Home on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

of West Glover passed away Sept. 13, 2007, in St. Johnsbury following a long illness. She was born on May 9, 1936, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Kimball) Woodard. On Sept. 26, 1953, she married Merle W. Young Sr., who survives her. Carolyn was a member of the West Glover Congregational Church and Willing Workers. She worked in the kitchen of both the Glover school and Lake Region Union High School for many years. She was very spiritual and loving, and a devoted wife, mother grandmother and great-grandmother. Her family and home always came first. There was nothing she enjoyed more than being surrounded by her family. Family gatherings were enjoyed by everyone at her home. She was a fantastic cook and gardener, and she loved watching her birds. Canning kept her busy in the fall. She also enjoyed attending various sports events for her daughters, who were active throughout their school years. Later she enjoyed her grandchildren's participation. She was also an avid Red Sox fan. Carolyn was the kind of wife, mother and grandmother that everyone should be fortunate enough to have. She will be so greatly missed. She went peacefully and is now another special angel among us. Along with her husband, Merle, Carolyn is survived by her four children, Merle W. Young Jr. and his wife Vickie; Deborah F. Daigneault and her husband Francois; Sandra K. DelaBruere and her husband Francis; and Ellen M. McGreevy and her husband Terry; her grandchildren, Merle W. Young III and his wife Jackie, Jody L. Young and friend April Lapierre, Jeremy J. Young and his wife Anna, Stephanie M. Daigneault, Melinda F. Gallagher and her husband Scott, Shawn C. Lanoue and his friend Sheena Buck, Lucien DelaBruere, Kylie A. Lyon and her fianc? Craig Conley, Kisha L. Parson and her husband Phil, Jethro Hayman and his wife Cleo, Annalei Babson and her husband David, Molly Harris and her husband Jeb; her great-grandchildren, MacKenzie, Brock, Brooke and Haley Young, Sarah and Elizabeth Faruzzi, Aaron Gallagher, Madison Lanoue, Carver and Braden Parson, Karamae, Rian and Asom Hayman, Karika and Tony Rose Babson, Metellus Harris and Brooklyne Conley; her brothers Irving, Willie, Reginald and Paul Woodard; her in-laws George and Ruth Young, Neil and Yolande Young, Emily Young and Roger Pray. She was predeceased by her mother and father, Mary and Charles Woodard, her sister Clarabelle Woodard, an infant brother, and granddaughter Rene? DelaBruere. There will be no public calling hours. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2007, at 1 p.m. at the West Glover Congregational Church with the Rev. Evelyn Coupe officiating. Interment will follow at the Westlook Cemetery in Glover. Should friends desire, contributions in her name may be made to the West Glover Congregational Church, in care of Sara Stevens, 16 Davio Place, West Glover, VT 05875.

, age 61, a life-long St. Johnsbury, Vt., resident passed away Friday, Sept. 14, 2007, at Hanover Terrace Health care in Hanover, N.H. He is the son of the late Arthur B. and Margie (Ranny) Mason. He was born Oct. 28, 1945, in St. Johnsbury. James was a demolition contractor for Arthur Mason Demolition. He enjoyed sports, writing, and his camp in St. Johnsbury. James is survived by three sisters, Patricia Carter and husband Leonard of Lyndonville, Vt., Donna Simpson and companion Larry Hearne of St. Johnsbury, and Jeanette Dentor of Columbus, Ohio; and many nieces and nephews. James was predeceased by his parents; three brothers and two sisters, George Mason, Fred Mason, Arthur Mason Jr., Dorothy Lee, and Carole Clarke. There will be no public calling hours. Interment will be at a later date in St. Johnsbury.

of St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away suddenly at his home on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2007. He was born on Aug. 15, 1962, in Glen Cove, Long Island. After graduation, he entered the U.S. Navy and became an instructor in his aviation specialty for many years. He moved to Vermont from Connecticut about a year ago and loved it. He was a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Church where he served as an usher. He was a member of the VFW. Above all, he loved his family and was also blessed with many friends. He enjoyed reading, sports, laughter and animals. Survivors include his parents, Terry (McFadden) Wells and her husband Rod of St. Johnsbury, and Lou Porrello and his wife Gail of Altamonte Springs, Fla.; his younger brother, David Porrello; his step-sister Karen Rodriguez and husband Daniel; his step-brother Christopher Wells; his close nephews, Nickolas Porrello and Johnny Papik; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, other nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Bernard and Rose McFadden, Lucio and Angela Porrello; and by many aunts and uncles. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. John the Evangelist Church in St. Johnsbury, Friday, Sept. 21 at 11 a.m. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either St. John the Evangelist Church, 49 Winter St., St. Johnsbury VT 05819 or to the VFW, 95 Eastern Ave., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 72, of West Barnet, Vt., died at his home on Sept. 15, 2007, surrounded by his family. Mr. Berwick was born July 26, 1935, to Benjamin and Treasa A. (Ashford) Berwick, in Barnet, Vt. He married Doris Goslant on July 10, 1965. He was an employee at the former East Ryegate paper mill for 43 years. As an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and trapping, he was a life member of the NRA and a member of the Vermont Trappers Association. He enjoyed caring for his vegetable garden, playing the guitar and visiting with friends. He was also an avid Red Sox fan. His grandchildren provided him with great joy and love. Mr. Berwick was predeceased by his father, Benjamin Berwick, on March 18, 1989; his mother, Treasa Berwick on May 7, 2000; his brother, Benjamin Berwick on Oct. 17, 1984; and his wife Doris on June 2, 1998. He is survived by his daughter Tammy M. Thresher and husband Bill, and his son, Kent A. Berwick and wife Julie, both of Peacham, Vt; his grandchildren Kody Berwick, Kaitlyn Berwick, Joey Berwick, Haylie Berwick, Bayley Thresher and Sarah Thresher; three sisters, Carol Workman of Florida, Joan Lowell of Derby Line, Vt., and Carolyn Barrett of Peacham; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A funeral service will be Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2007, at 2 p.m., at the Presbyterian Church of Barnet at West Barnet, with the Rev. John Sanderson officiating. Burial will be in Peacham Village Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Caledonia Home Health, Sherman Drive, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 94, of River Road, Moretown and St. Johnsbury, Vt., died at Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center on Sept. 12, 2007. He was born in Westford, Vt., Dec. 7, 1912, to Edwin Brigham Kimball and Alice May (Beers) Kimball. He attended schools in Essex Center and Burlington, Vt. He married Constance Marie Calkins in Milton, Vt., July 3, 1937. Rufus worked for the Vermont Maple Cooperative in Essex Junction, Leader Evaporator Company in Burlington, the Cary Maple Sugar Company in St. Johnsbury and the Vermont Department of Agriculture. He was a member of South Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury and a past master of Seneca Lodge 40 F & AM in Milton. After retiring, he was active in the Jayville Balsam Riders Snowmobile Club and enjoyed fishing and hunting. Rufus is survived by his wife Constance at the Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center; sons Frank Kimball of Portland, Maine, and Warren and his wife Susan Kimball of Moretown, Vt.; daughter Karen Connely and her husband Jack of Melbourne, Fla.; grandchildren Jamieson Kimball, Stacy Kimball, Sara Castro, Catherine Cournoyer and Lizzi Messenger; and great-grandson Dillon Cournoyer. He was predeceased by his son, Wayne, previously of St. Johnsbury. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007, at Barber and Lanier Funeral Home, 139 Main St., Montpelier. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 77 Hegeman Ave., Colchester, VT 05446.

passed away at his son and daughter-in-law's home in Waterford, Vt., Sunday morning, Sept. 16, 2007, at the age of 62. He was born Jan. 9, 1945, in St. Johnsbury, Vt. He was predeceased by his parents, Frank W. and Caroline (Scott) Amidon. Richard had been living in Wilmington, N.C., for the past several years. He was employed at Bry-Cam Truck Fleet Service as a truck mechanic. He was a big NASCAR fan and would definitely be found on the weekends at the local racetracks. For the past four months while he was sick, he lived at Justin and Krystal's home in Waterford. He is survived by his children and their families, Tricia Augeri, husband Dan and her children Seth, Timothy, Kyle, Andrew and coming soon, Keriann of Danville, Vt.; Jason Amidon and Stephanie Gochie and Brandon of Concord, Vt.; Justin Amidon and wife Krystal; Jennifer Amidon and Shane Altieri of Waterford; and Nick Clich? of Portland, Maine; his brother Dennison Amidon of St. Johnsbury; sister Nancy Burgess and husband Steve of Lyndonville, Vt.; and several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to his close friends who supported him during his illness, Robert and Bonnie Ailes and family, Bernard Boulay and family, Linda Vail, Brennon and Stephanie Melen and family, Jennifer Buck and family and Brian Bryant. Family and friends will gather at the Sayles Funeral Home this Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. to share stories and memories. His cremated remains will be buried in his parents' lot at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

, 74, of Newbury, Vt., died Sept. 15, 2007, at Hanover Terrace Health Care in Hanover, N.H. Wilson was born on Oct. 22, 1932, in St. Johnsbury, Vt., to Virgil P. and Agnes (Wilson) Shields. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1953 through 1957. Following his time in the service, he worked as a self-employed carpenter, then for the Vermont Department of Forest and Parks for 21 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed working with his hands, strawberry picking, and keeping his own garden. He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Woodsville, N.H. Mr. Shields is survived by his daughter Miriam Jolley and husband Gene of Groton, Vt.; his son, Mark W. Shields and wife Lauri of Eagle River, Alaska; two sisters, Anna Mae Benton of Cody, Wyo., and Martha M. McConnell of Lawton, Mich.; three brothers, Arthur Shields of Addison, Vt., Paul Shields of Passumpsic, Vt., and Kenneth Shields of Alberta, Canada; seven grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and his companion Barbara Isham of Newbury, Vt. There will be no calling hours. A funeral service will be held at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., on Thursday, Sept. 20, at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Dan Chamberland, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Walter Harvey Cemetery, Mosquitoville, Vt. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Calvary Baptist Church, 20 Elm St., Woodsville, NH 03785.

, 83, of Caldwell, N.J., formerly of North Caldwell, N.J., died Saturday at West Caldwell Care Center, West Caldwell, N.J. Born in Little Falls, N.J., Mrs. Hombach resided in North Caldwell, N.J., for most of her life before retiring to Newark, Vt., where she resided for 25 years. She returned to New Jersey in 2001. Mrs. Hombach was a member of St. Agnes Episcopal Church, Little Falls, N.J., and a member of the North Caldwell Senior Citizens. She was predeceased by her husband, John Hombach, in 2001 and by her daughter Janice Hombach in 1951. Survivors include her daughter Jill Agostini and husband Charles Jr. of North Caldwell, N.J.; her five grandchildren, Jody Rusin, Chas, Mark, Kaitlyn and Brian Agostini; and two great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to American Cancer Society, 20 Mercer St., Hackensack, NJ 07601 would be appreciated.

, 93, of Pine Hill Road, Littleton, N.H., passed away Friday, Sept. 14, 2007, with grace and dignity. Born on June 17, 1914, in Berlin, N.H., she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Stafford and the next to youngest of eight children. Ruth attended the Berlin schools and graduated from Plymouth College in the field of education. Ruth married Lawrence M. Colby in 1940 and together, they created a life of community in Littleton, celebrating over 50 years of marriage. She was predeceased by "Lonny" in 1994. Teaching and education were her true professions and she retired from the Mildred C. Lakeway Elementary School after a dedicated 26 years in the classroom. Ruth was a member of All Saints' Episcopal Church, a member of the Alter Guild, the Mount Eustis Eastern Star, The Littleton Garden Club and the Littleton Historical Society and was a long-time volunteer at Littleton Regional Hospital, graciously serving over 1,000 hours with her smile and welcome. Ruth loved family and friends and her warmth welcomed many to her home on Pine Hill. She enjoyed feeding the birds, gardening, hiking, both cross-country and downhill skiing, golf, watching the alpine glow on the Presidential Range and family gatherings. She also enjoyed square dancing and the Weathervane Summer Theatre. It was her four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren that gave Ruth her greatest joys. She continued to encourage education with all of them. Surviving family members include her daughters, Mrs. Dianne Colby Dean of South Berwick, Maine, and Mrs. Sheri Colby Crittendon of Crested Butte, Colo.; one sister, Evelyn Dube; her youngest brother, Edward Stafford; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces. Ruth's family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to all of the care providers during Ruth's celebrated life. A celebration of Ruth's life will be held at a later date this fall at All Saints' Episcopal Church. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to All Saints' Episcopal Church, School Street, Littleton, NH 03561 or North Country Home Health and Hospice Agency, 536 Cottage St., Littleton, NH 03561.

, age 61, a life-long St. Johnsbury, Vt., resident passed away Friday, Sept. 14, 2007, at Hanover Terrace Health care in Hanover, N.H. He is the son of the late Arthur B. and Margie (Ranny) Mason. He was born Oct. 28, 1945, in St. Johnsbury. James was a demolition contractor for Arthur Mason Demolition. He enjoyed sports, writing, and his camp in St. Johnsbury. James is survived by three sisters, Patricia Carter and husband Leonard of Lyndonville, Vt., Donna Simpson and companion Larry Hearne of St. Johnsbury, and Jeanette Dentor of Columbus, Ohio; and many nieces and nephews. James was predeceased by his parents; three brothers and two sisters, George Mason, Fred Mason, Arthur Mason Jr., Dorothy Lee, and Carole Clarke. There will be no public calling hours. Interment will be at a later date in St. Johnsbury.

, 65, Knot Hole Road, Whitefield, N.H., and Archer, Fla., died suddenly Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2007, at Weeks Medical Center, Lancaster, N.H. She was born in Whitefield, the daughter of Chester and Alice (Rexford) Barnett. She attended local schools. She had worked for Nynex Telephone Company, retiring 20 years ago. She was a member of the SPCA and loved her dogs and horse. She enjoyed competing in horse shows, where she received many ribbons and trophies. She liked rodeos as well. She recently took a vacation to Bailey Island, Maine, where she and Bill enjoyed fresh lobster right off the fishing boat. She spent her winters in Archer and her summers in Whitefield, where she was well known for making her wonderful jellies prior to returning to Florida. She loved her family, her animals and especially her grandson, Colby. She was predeceased by her son, Michael, in July of 1999. She is survived by a daughter, Cheryl Nutting, Bethlehem, N.H.; her two brothers, Richard Barnett, Langdon, N.H., and Steve Barnett, Whitefield, N.H.; two sisters, Donna Allaire, Maidstone, Vt., and Elaine Fennoff, Whitefield, N.H.; her grandson, Colby Nutting, Maryland; nieces and nephews; and her companion Bill Harris of Archer. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007, 6-8 p.m., at Ross Funeral Home, Whitefield Chapel. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, Sept. 21, 2007, 10 a.m., at the funeral home with Pastor Al Bunnell officiating. Interment will follow at the Park Street Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Above The Notch Humane Society, 688 Hilltop Road, Littleton, NH 03561.

of Southard Street in St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2007, at the age of 89 after a period of declining health. He is survived by his wife, Alice (Cass) Moore; three children, Leslie C. Moore of Flemington, N.J., Karen H. Moore of Kirby, Vt., and Connie M. Beliveau and husband Jean-Guy of Charlotte, Vt.; eight grandchildren, James, Jeremy and David, Heather, Michelle, Denise, Chantal and Lia; five great-grandchildren, Alex, Martina, Makela, Tristyn and MacKenzie. He was predeceased by a brother, Leslie F. Moore; a sister Agnes Byrd; and recently by a sister-in-law, Claire Moore. Memorial services will be held this Sunday at 4 p.m. at South Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury with interim pastor the Rev. William Nelson officiating. Memorial contributions may be directed to National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 75 Talcott Road, Williston VT 05495 or Vermont Special Olympics, 368 Ave. D, Suite 30, Williston VT 05495.

, n?e McElroy, died peacefully the evening of Sept. 17 at the University Hospital in Sherbrooke, QC. She was in her 76th year. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Don Gerber of Tomifobia, daughters Lynda Jean of British Columbia and Willow Ann of California, son Jay Foster of Newport, and two grandsons Pol Josef and Jack Tanner. She was predeceased by her 5 1/2-year old son, Donnie. Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., on May 12, 1932, she attended Valparaiso University in Indiana, training as a Lutheran deaconess. Florence and husband Don taught three years in Nebraska before accepting a call as educational missionaries in Papua, New Guinea, perhaps the happiest dozen years of her life. The Gerbers returned to North America, settling in Qu?bec in 1969, where the family resided on a small country acreage in Tomifobia. Music, reading, travel, and gardening were important joys in her life. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. Her life will be celebrated in the regular 10 a.m. Sunday service on Sept. 23 at the United Methodist Church in Holland, Vt. In lieu of flowers, any remembrances may be sent to the Holland Church or to the music department in your local school.

, age 95, Franklin, Vt., passed away unexpectedly Friday evening, Sept. 21, 2007, at his residence at the Carriage House in Franklin. He was born June 10, 1912, in Laconia, N.H., the son of the late Lee Emmett Miner and Pearl A. (Blanchard) Miner. Ray was raised on the family farm in Richford, Vt. He entered the U.S. Navy in 1942 during World War II. Following his honorable discharge in 1945, he was employed at Pratt & Whitney in Hartford, Conn., as a jet engine mechanic and made his home in Simsbury where he raised his family. After his retirement in 1974, he made his home in several different areas including Lempster, N.H., on Long Pond, Danville, Vt., Springfield, Vt., and Quechee, Vt., where he made his home with his daughter and her family. In 2001, he moved to the Carriage House in Franklin where he received the finest of care and made many new friends which his family is greatly appreciative of. Ray enjoyed tinkering on cars and engines. He also loved to be at his daughter's camp on Lake Carmi, Vt., which he helped build. Most of all he loved to spend time with his grandchildren and give them tractor rides. He is survived by his daughter and her husband Susan and C. Kevin Tibbits of White River Junction, Vt., and Lake Carmi; three grandchildren, Alison, Jesse and Britney Tibbits; his brother, Francis S. Miner, and his wife, Cecile, of Williston, Vt.; a special friend, Barbara Cutting of Franklin; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his wife, Beth M. (Babcock) Miner on Feb. 13, 1998; a daughter, Sally Ann Miner; and two brothers, Reginald Lee Miner and John Garfield Miner. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2007, at 1 p.m. at the Vincent Funeral Home in Simsbury, Conn. Interment with full military honors will follow in the Simsbury Cemetery in Simsbury, Conn. There will be no visiting hours. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at 11 at the Franklin Homestead FELCO Room, Homestead Drive, Franklin, Vt. For those who wish, contributions in Ray's memory may be made to the Franklin Rescue Service, C/O Polly Gadbois 3764 State Park Road, Franklin, VT 05457

, 83, of Sutton, Vt., and formerly of Wakefield, N.H., died suddenly at his home Friday afternoon, Sept. 21, 2007. He was born July 8, 1924, in Northfield, N.H., son of the late Arthur and Clara (Buckley) Rand. Forrest graduated from Andover, N.H., High School and later from Boston Radio Technology School. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy on the U.S.S. Philip as a radioman. Forrest worked 33 years for General Electric as a design engineer, retiring in 1987 from GE's Somersworth, N.H., plant. Following retirement, he and his wife, JoAn (Marston) Rand, moved to Sutton where they enjoyed the quiet and solitude of the Northeast Kingdom. Mountain climbing, the White Mountains, wildlife, and feeding wild birds brought him much pleasure. He was a skilled, self-taught artist working with oils, and a skilled woodworker. He was also a train enthusiast and avid reader who was always learning. Survivors include his wife, JoAn M. Rand of Sutton; two daughters, Nancy Naples and husband Ralph of Merrimack, N.H., and their children Stacie Labore and husband Michael, and Michael Naples, and Linda Anderson of New Ipswich, N.H.; a great-grandson, Christopher Labore; his brother, Allen Rand of Danbury, N.H.; three step-children, Kevin Gullage and wife Donna and son Zachary of New Gloucester, Maine, Sharman Cassavaugh and husband Peter and daughter Miki Steenbeke of Salisbury, N.H., and Kelli Hunt and husband Jody of Loudon, N.H., and sons Taylor and Garrett; two nieces; and his close friend, Joseph Amicarella of Oregon. Funeral services will be held Friday, Sept. 28, at 2 p.m. at the Guibord Funeral Home with the Rev. Joan Vincent officiating. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery in Loudon, N.H., at a later date. There will be no calling hours. Memorial donations made in Forrest Rand's memory may be directed to SAD-SAC, c/o The Caledonian-Record, P.O. Box 8, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

of Depot Street in Lyndonville, Vt., died suddenly of a heart attack Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007, at the age of 54. Phillip attended Villanova University and received his juris doctor from the University of Washington. He was an attorney and had small legal practice out his home. A jazz aficionado, Phil took particular pleasure doing legal contracts for performing jazz artists. He also enjoyed hiking and the greater outdoors. He moved to the Northeast Kingdom in 1996 from Burlington, Vt., and had been a Buddhist practitioner for the past 20 plus years. He is survived by his parents, Phillip Sr. and Ronnie Sentner of West Chester, Pa; former wife and friend Alexandra Evans of Peacham, Vt.; step-son Janos Porps of Boulder, Colo.; brother David Sentner and wife, Sally, of Clarion, Pa.; sister Mary Nicol and husband Rob of Dallas, Texas; his niece of whom he was very fond, Jennifer Sunderland of Pittsburgh, Pa.; and close friend Merle Thompson of Kirby, Vt. He had many other close friends in Lyndonville and Danville, Vt., and spent a great deal of time at the Sweet Basil Caf? in Lyndonville. All are welcome to attend a Sukhavati (Buddhist funeral service) in the Pavilion at Karme Choling, 369 Patneaude Lane in Barnet, Vt., this Wednesday at 12 Noon. Flowers would be welcomed at Karme Choling. Or contributions in Phil's memory may be directed to Shambhala Center of St. Johnsbury, P.O. Box 66, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or to Karme Choling, 369 Patneaude Lane, Barnet, VT 05821.

, 88, of the Green Lantern Trailer Park in St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away peacefully Sunday, Sept. 23, 2007, in the care of her daughter, Shirley McCarty. She was born in Hardwick on June 7, 1919, the daughter of George and Celia (Salls) Celley. She was predeceased by her husband, Walter, in 1975 and also by her brother, William. Hazel was very content at her first floor apartment on Prospect St. in St. Johnsbury where she loved tending her flowers and feeding the birds and animals. She had formerly been a cook at The Darling Inn in Lyndonville and at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center. She is survived by eight children, Ronald Langmaid and wife Wanda of South Wheelock, Vt., David Langmaid and wife Joanne of Winterville N.C., Francis Langmaid and wife Caroline of Island Pond, Vt., Patricia Derosia and husband John of Ashland, N.H., Dennis Langmaid and wife Shirley of Lyndonville, Vt., Stanley Langmaid and wife Sylvia of Lyndonville, Wayne Langmaid and wife Dolly of St. Johnsbury, Vt., and Shirley McCarty of St. Johnsbury; 23 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren, and even a few great-great-grandchildren. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Thursday evening 6 to 8 p.m. Graveside services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at the Craftsbury Common Cemetery in Craftsbury. Memorial contributions could be directed to Caledonia Home Health, PO Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 92, of North Road, Waitsfield, Vt., passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Monday, Sept. 24, 2007. Born in Moretown on June 15, 1915, he was the son of the late Arthur J. and Mattie (Dana) Neill. He married the former Florence Robertson in Burlington, Vt., on May 19, 1941. Florence predeceased Elwin on Oct. 24, 1988. Elwin was a 1934 graduate of Waitsfield High School and then worked several years for Fellows Gear Shaper Company in Springfield, Vt. In 1942, he and his wife purchased a dairy farm in Waitsfield that has been his vocation ever since. A dairyman and a logger throughout his life, Elwin also operated a milk bulk truck delivering to local creameries during the 1960s and early 1970s as well as an Artic Cat Snowmobile dealership. Elwin served the town of Waitsfield as a member of the board of selectman for many years. He served with the Washington County Farm Bureau, was a lifetime member of the Registered Holstein Association, and in 1982, was chosen for the Dairy Farmer of the Year Green Pastures Award. He was a 70-year member and former master of Mad River Lodge 77 F & AM; a member of the Scottish Rite and Mount Sinai Temple; a member and former Worthy Patron of Morning Star Chapter OES; was a member of the Waitsfield Federated Church (now UCC) and was a charter member of the Mad River Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club. In his leisure time, he enjoyed spending time at his camp in Maine, hunting and snowmobiling. Elwin is survived by his children, Brenda Goss and her husband, William of Peacham, Vt., and Elwin A. Neill Jr. and his wife, Angela of Waitsfield; three grandchildren, Heather Newland, Maureen Evans and Forest Neill; three great-granddaughters, Jordan Goss-Snow, Taylor Evans and Keenan Evans; as well as nieces, nephews and extended family. He was predeceased by a sister, Etta Newton, and a brother, Raymond Neill. Funeral services will be held from the Waitsfield United Church of Christ on Friday, Sept. 28 at 1 p.m. with interment to follow in the Irasville Cemetery, Waitsfield. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts would be appreciated to the Mad River Valley Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 305, Waitsfield, VT 05673 or to the Mad River Masonic Lodge Building Renovation Fund, C/O Charles Kettles - secretary, P.O. Box 448, Waitsfield, VT 05673.

, 90, formerly of East Burke, Vt., died Sunday Sept. 23, 2007, at the Pines Rehabilitation & Health Center in Lyndon, Vt. She was born Sept. 3, 1917, in Georgetown, Ohio, the daughter of the late Roy and Ella (Davis) Ashmore. On Dec. 10, 1937, Helen married Roy E. Freeto. Helen was a member and very active in the United Workers at the East Burke Congregational Church for many years. During the late 1930s and early 1940s, she worked at the base of Burke Mountain at the gate while her husband, Roy, worked on top of the mountain in the fire tower. For years, she answered the telephone for Woodmont Cemetery in East Burke while Roy was the caretaker there. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed cookouts at the mountain and at her home, and her every Friday evening dining with family at the Town and Country Restaurant in Lyndonville for many years. Survivors include her son, Daniel Freeto and his wife, Abigail, of Lyman, N.H.; two grandchildren, Kristie Briggs and husband, Joshua, of Lyndonville, (P.O. Box 258, Lyndon Center, VT 05850), and Justin Freeto and wife, Kristin, of Lyndonville, (P.O. Box 625, Lyndonville, VT 05851); nine great grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Roy Freeto, on Jan. 11, 1996; her daughter in-law, Judith Freeto on Sept. 27, 1997; and her brother and sister in-law, Richard and Barbara Ashmore. Graveside funeral services will be held Saturday Sept. 29, at 10 a.m. in Woodmont Cemetery in East Burke, Vt. There will be no visiting hours. Memorial donations made in her memory may be directed to the American Diabetes Association, Colchester office, 512 Troy Avenue, Suite 2, Colchester, VT 05446.

, 81, of North Danville, Vt., passed away Sunday, Sept. 23, 2007, at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center where she had been residing for the past 18 months. She was born in Concord, Vt., Aug. 1, 1926, one of 11 children born to Harry and Iva (Grant) Morton. Edith was a parishioner of St. Johns Church. Her many memberships included the St. Johnsbury Emblem Club, American Legion Auxiliary, the V.F.W. Auxiliary, the Women of the Moose, anywhere they played bingo! Edith loved hunting, fishing, gardening, and pickling. She is survived by her husband, Robert; three children, Jeannette Roy of St. Johnsbury, Alberta Charron and husband John of North Danville, Dale Goyet and wife Linda of St. Johnsbury; seven grandchildren, Arthur Roy of St. Johnsbury, Stacey Gillespie of Lancaster, N.H., Rachel Charron of Danville, Jeremy of South Burlington, Daniel Goyet of Danville, Ana Marcotte and husband Philo of Barnet, Vt., and Shawn Pelow of Waterford, Vt.; five great-grandchildren, Maxwell, Cody, Amber, Justin and Aden; brother Harold "Chick" Morton of Concord; sister Esther Turner of St. Johnsbury Center, Vt.; and numerous sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Wednesday evening 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Johnsbury Baseball, P.O. Box 421, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 79, of Maple Street, Colebrook, N.H., passed away early Saturday morning, Sept. 22, 2007, at the Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Naidina was born Dec. 31, 1927, in Worcester, Mass., daughter of the late Roger and Pauline (Fuller) Hunt. With the onset of the Great Depression, her family returned to North Stratford, N.H., where Naidina graduated from high school in 1945 and Becker College in Worcester, Mass., in 1947. She worked as a medical transcriptionist in Pittsburgh, Pa., until her marriage to Warren McNeely of Colebrook in 1948. The couple resided in St. Johnsbury where she was employed at Brightlook Hospital until the start of their family. In 1952, they purchased and operated the Silver Dollar Grill in Bloomfield. After her husband's illness, she moved to Colebrook and entered employment for the legal offices of Harrigan and Walsh. She remained attorney Harrigan's secretary and was later editor of the News & Sentinel until 1976. After the death of her husband, she met and married Richard Dorr of Lancaster in 1961. They lived in Colebrook and later New Port Richey, Fla., where she worked at Bay Point Hospital in Hudson, Fla. Dick Dorr passed in 1986, and in 1989 she married Russell Gross of Hudson. She retired to Colebrook in 2001, and until her illness, enjoyed writing the Milestones for the News & Sentinel. Naidina was one of the first water skiers at her beloved Maidstone Lake. She and her step-daughter, Micki, performed at the Pittsburg Guide Show for several years. She is known for her beautiful quilts and ruthless card playing. An avid reader, she also enjoyed playing bridge with the local bridge club, baking, gardening and feeding birds. Naidina is survived by her companion, Paul Savage, of Bloomfield, Vt.; her son, William McNeely of South Burlington, Vt.; her daughter, Karen Lamontagne and husband, Benoit, of Colebrook; four step-daughters, Micki Mulkern of Tucson, Ariz., Beverly Lowry and husband, Dave, of Burlington, Vt., Trudy Phelps of Goffstown, N.H., and Leitha Hopkins of Tucson, Ariz.; a grandson, Matthew Rosi and wife, Kathleen, and their children, Michael, Blaine and Christian of Bensalem, Pa.; a granddaughter, Maria Rosi of Epping, N.H.; two sisters, Patricia Perro and husband, Neil, of Maidstone, Vt., and Linda Renaud and husband, Edmond, of North Stratford; an aunt, Edna Fuller of North Stratford; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours will be held on Friday, Sept.. 28, 2007, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook. A memorial service will be conducted on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in North Stratford with the Rev. Marlyn Neary officiating. Expressions of sympathy in Naidina's memory may be made to the Colebrook Public Library, c/o Julie Colby, Main Street, Colebrook, NH 03576 or the Stratford Public Library, 10 Town Common Road, P.O. Box 366, North Stratford, NH 03590.

, 72, Vernon, N.Y., died Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007, at the Oneida Healthcare Center following a brief illness. Born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., on March 31, 1935, he was the son of Glen H. and Sylvia Turner Jones. A resident of Vernon for the past 18 years, Mr. Jones was educated at St. Johnsbury Academy, Class of 1953, where his football team won the Vermont state championship. He attended Stetson University in Deland, Fla., and graduated from Burdett College in Boston, Mass. He married Josephine White on Feb. 9, 1963, in St. Agatha's Church, Canastota. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Jones was employed with Schwartz Manufacturing of Wisconsin. Previously, he was employed with Eastern Crown Inc. of Vernon for more than 20 years as a sales representative, and also owned and operated with his wife for 18 years, Trestle Acres Bed and Breakfast Inn in Vernon. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he was stationed in Korea. Mr. Jones was a member and past president of the New York State Milk and Food Sanitarians and was a member of the Oneida Elks Lodge No. 787, Benevolent and Protective order of the Elks for more than 50 years. Surviving besides his wife, Jospehine, are two daughters and one son-in-law, Cecilia and Patrick Cowen, and Nellie Jones, all of Oneida, N.Y.; one son and daughter-in-law, Daniel H. and Janet Joes of Oneida; four grandchildren, Harry Jones III, Jamison Jones, Peter Cowen, and Donald Cowen; one sister, Lucille Oakes of St. Johnsbury, Vt.; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one brother, Daniel "Buster" Jones.

, 76, of Davenport, Fla., and formerly of St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed on to be with our Lord on Thursday, Sept. 20, after a lengthy illness. Born Aug. 2, 1931, in Hartford, Conn., to Herman Hale and Gertrude Salisbury, Don completed the ninth grade in Connecticut. In 1950, he joined the U.S. Marines, serving four years and obtaining his GED. He was stationed in Korea from 1950-1951 and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, Korean Service Medal and a Korean Unit Citation. After his discharge, Don went home to Danville and worked on the Moore Dam with his father. On Sept. 4, 1954, he married Louise Frye, also from Danville. They moved to Connecticut where Don worked on a gladiola farm. Their daughter, Linda was born in Southington. After moving back to Walden for a year, Don enlisted in the U.S. Army in January 1956. He served for 16 years, retiring as a chief warrant officer 2. During his Army stint, he was stationed in Newfoundland, Massachusetts (where son Keith was born), New Jersey (where son Timothy was born), Germany (where daughter Bonny was born), Arkansas, Arizona and Virginia. He served two tours of duty in Viet Nam, the first in 1965-1966 when he was awarded the Bronze Star and again in 1970-1971. After retiring from the Army in 1972, he and Louise owned and operated the Montgomery Wards franchise in St. Johnsbury. In 1984, they sold the store, "retired" and spent the winters in Florida and the summers in New York. They moved to Florida permanently in 1989. Don held various jobs there including one at Disney World. While in Florida, he enjoyed many years doing what he termed "tinkering" and had a successful flea marketing business. He would scour garage sales for broken items, fix them and sell them at the flea market. He did this until illness forced him to stop. In earlier years, Don's hobbies included camping, snowmobiling, bowling, traveling, shopping at garage sales and reading westerns. He served as a Boy Scout leader in Virginia when his sons were young. He held several offices in Kingdom Campers of St. Johnsbury and was a member of Coles Pond Sledders. He was also a member of the VFW, American Legion and Disabled American Veterans. He leaves behind his wife, Louise (Frye) Hale of 1710 Florida Development Road, Davenport, FL 33837; three children and their spouses, Linda and Paul Essaff of 30 Dundee St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819, Timothy and Lisa Hale of 229 Meadowood Lane, Waterford, VT 05819, and Bonny and Richard Paradis of 1710 Florida Development Road, Davenport, FL 33837; his brother, Albert and Diane Hale of Hardwick, VT; grandchildren Robert and Tracey McGregor, Tennille McGregor, Justin, Corey, Emily, Katie and Rebecca Hale, Jessica, Stephanie and Samantha Paradis; and six great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers- and sisters-in law, Marylene and Walter Sevigny, John Frye and Kathy Bradley, Berton and Virginia Frye, Georgiana and Garth Page, and William and Kathy Frye; his special friend and aunt Shirley Tousant; special friends and cousins Thelma and Tom Gatten; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Gertrude and Herman Hale; brother, Richard Hale; son, Keith Hale; son-in-law Douglas McGregor; sister Janice Duperron, her husband Lawrence; and mother-in law Ramona Frye Flint. There will be no calling hours. A celebration of Don's life will be held on Saturday, Sept. 29, at 11 a.m. at New Beginnings Christian Church, St. Johnsbury, Vt. (Please park in the Fairbanks parking lot where a shuttle to the church will be provided.) In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to either Grace Methodist Church-Iraq Fund c/o Dorcas Lee, 118 Hastings Hill No. 1, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 (to send Christmas cards, international calling cards and food items to our troops) or to Good Shepherd Hospice, 115 South Missouri Ave., Suite 500, Lakeland, FL 33815.

, age 76, Littleton, N.H., passed away at her home on Monday, Sept. 24, 2007. Delores was born on Oct. 4, 1930, a daughter to Anthony and Margaret (Trabold) Fiore in New York City. Delores was employed at the Littleton Stamp and Coin Company prior to her retirement. Surviving family members include her daughter, Valerie Brooks and her partner, John Kelly of Littleton, N.H.; a step-son, David Ruggles and step-daughter, Emerie Combs, both of North Carolina; two sisters, Ilene Miller of Leebs, Ala., and Margie Quinn of Brooklyn, N.Y.; and two grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Allen Ruggles in 2006 as well as one son. A private graveside service was held on Thursday, Sept. 27, in the Glenwood Cemetery with the Rev. Father Marcel Martel as celebrant.

Southworth died Thursday, Sept. 27, 2007, at Hospice House in Concord, N.H. He was born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., a son of Richard N. and Ellen H. Southworth. After graduating from Concord, Vt. High School in 1936, Francis continued his education throughout his life with degrees from Concord (N.H.) College of Business, Rutgers University (N.J.) School of Banking, Columbia University (N.Y.) School of Business and finishing with a Doctorate of Science degree from New England College in Henniker, N.H. He was a World War II Army veteran, serving in Italy as a light mortar crewman in the 362nd Infantry Regiment of the Fifth Army's 91st "Powder River" Division. On May 31, 1945, Francis received a citation for bravery for his actions during the Fifth Army's Italian campaign. After returning from the war, Francis continued the banking career he had started in 1938 by serving as a bookkeeping machine operator at First National Bank, Concord, N.H. As the bank grew and prospered, so did Francis's career, and after many years of service, Francis was elevated to president of Concord National Bank, and ultimately president of First National Bankcorp. During the early 1980s, Francis was honored to serve on the board of directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston as one of the many highlights of his career. Fran dedicated a great deal of his time to the Rotary clubs of both Concord, N.H., and Kihei-Wailea, Hawaii, serving as the president of the Concord Rotary Club in 1970 and honored as the 1994 Rotarian of the year in Kihei-Wailea. Survivors include his wife, Priscilla, of Concord, N.H.; two daughters, Anne Ayer, of State College, Pa.; and Mary Lou Drew, of Windham, Maine; and one son, Richard P. Southworth of Ohio; a sister, Laura Rivers, of Concord, Vt., and his niece, Nancy Rivers, also of Concord; his cousin David Emery and his wife, Shirley, of Concord, Vt., as well as five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A celebration of Fran's life was held on Father's Day, June 17, 2007, with a family reunion at the Cat 'n Fiddle Restaurant. Graveside services will be held on Monday, Oct. 1 at 11 a.m. at Maple Grove Cemetery, West Concord, N.H. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Fran's name to West Congregational Church, c/o Financial Secretary Mary Frost Beauchine, 3 Sylvester Street, Penacook, N.H.; or to Hospice House, c/o Arlene Mixer Nudd, 15 Cross Street, Penacook, N.H.