was born in Island Pond, Vt., on the family farm. Her mother died when Doris was a child, so she went to live with cousins in Rye, N.H. She attended Nashua High School and graduated in 1929. From there she attended Keene State College and received a teaching certificate. She arrived in Lunenburg in 1931 and taught school for many years in Lunenburg, Gilman, Granby, Kirby and St. Johnsbury. Her boss was Daniel Dyer. Doris Stevens and Robert Phelps married on June 1, 1937. They resided in Lunenburg until 1948, when they moved to St. Johnsbury. Their sons, Loren Damon and Keith Albion, were born in 1942 and in 1947, respectively. Doris managed the Music Shop, the family business, from 1960 to 1974, and then retired. Doris collected people; she had friends everywhere. She was great company and was kind to everyone. Her lifelong motto was, "Use it up, wear it out, make do, do without." Doris and Bob enjoyed their camp in Lunenburg for many years. Doris was a lifelong Methodist. She read extensively and was a trustee at the Alden Balch Memorial Library in Lunenburg. She was also a Red Cross volunteer and active in 4-H, Girl Scouts, Youth Fellowship, and other community groups. Bob Phelps died in 1989, and Doris maintained her own home alone until she was 96, when she suffered a stroke. She had lived at The Pines in Lyndonville since July. Doris Phelps leaves behind Loren and Johnna, Keith and Jayne, and her daughter-in-law, Audrey. She is also survived by her grandchildren Damon, Randy, Melody, Ethan and Grace Phelps; plus four great-grandchildren: Kyleigh Phelps; and Lauren, Grady and Riley Peterson. Doris will be missed by her loving family and many friends. A funeral service will be held Sunday, Nov. 4, at Sayles Funeral Home at 1 p.m. The family will receive friends from noon until the start of the service. Mr. John Sleeper will officiate. Burial will follow at the Riverside Cemetery in Lunenburg.

, 64, of 14 Maple Street, Woodsville, N.H., died Oct. 31, 2007, at Cottage Hospital in Woodsville. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time, and a full obituary notice will appear in a later edition of this paper.

, founder of the Littleton Coin Co., died Wednesday of natural causes at 92. Sundman was introduced to the hobby of stamp collecting by a friend in grade school in Bristol, Conn., and turned that passion into a lifelong hobby and business, launching what became Littleton Coin Company after returning from World War II in the U.S. Army. News of Sundman's death saw "many dazed people, and a lot of tears," on the floor of the Littleton Coin Company, said longtime employee and friend Edward Hennessey. Littleton Coin Company, under Sundman's watchful eye, became one of Littleton's premiere employers. Hennessey, the corporate treasurer for the Littleton Coin Company, said he first became Sundman's accountant in 1970, when he was working for a certified public accounting firm. After serving as Sundman's CPA for 11 years, he came to work as the corporate treasurer for the Littleton Coin Company. Hennessey, whose son, John, also works at the coin company, said Sundman will never be forgotten at the firm that is the legacy of his life's work, nor throughout the North Country, where his generosity was instrumental in many charitable organizations, including the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation - North Country Region. Hennessey said the scholarship fund established by Sundman in the memory of his first wife, Fannie, for students from Littleton High School continues to be the most well-endowed, generous scholarship the high school holds. Until very recently, Sundman had continued to come to work at the coin company almost daily. "He worked for 911/2 of his 92 years," said Hennessey. "He'd been suffering from congestive heart failure, so he had stopped driving about three or four months ago." Hennessey said while Sundman's vision for stamp and coin collecting and his belief it could be a profitable business was legendary, he will remember him more so for his personal character. "The biggest thing to me, was that he was just a very caring, very generous human being," Hennessey said. "From a business standpoint, he had a simple philosophy - if you're not going to do it right, don't even do it. I have a lot of fond memories of Maynard. He was a very trusting, good human being." Sundman's business had initially begun as a stamp company, and later the Littleton company was split off to focus on coins, while the stamp operation became its own related company. "He was in his 90s, but we still wanted him more," said Kathleen Hennebury, administration assistant to the Littleton Area Chamber of Commerce. "The thing about him and his generation was that he was always giving back, how could he do more for the community, how could he do more for his employees. It is definitely a loss for the community. He was such a good soul." Sundman was born on Oct. 17, 1915, and was the only child of Frederick William Sundman and Floy Rae Maynard. He graduated from Bristol High School, Class of 1935, and began his first postage stamps business in Bristol the year he finished high school. He married Fannie Kasper of Terryville in 1941, and on returning from service in the Fifth Army in North Africa and Italy, he returned to Connecticut in the fall of 1945, and he and Fannie moved to Littleton. Hennessey said while in the war, Sundman met a gentleman from Lancaster, N.H., who suggested he investigate the North Country of New Hampshire for his business when the war was over, and Sundman assigned his wife to check out the area. She fell in love with Littleton, and was impressed with the community's oversized post office, since everything the growing business would need would have to be shipped, Hennessey recalled on Thursday when reminiscing about the story of how Littleton Coin Co. came to be here. The business at first was the Littleton Stamp Company, and later, it became the Littleton Coin Company. The couple was married until 1993, when Fannie died. Maynard and Fannie raised three sons - David M. Sundman, Frederick W. Sundman and Donald J. Sundman. David Sundman today runs the coin company. On Oct. 15, 1994, Maynard Sundman married Dorothy Joslin of Littleton. "Until recently, Dad came to work nearly every day here at Littleton Coin," said David Sundman. "He used his trusty 1948 Royal manual typewriter to answer correspondence from friends and collectors around the country." The company's news statement about Sundman's death said it was Sundman's friend, Billy Potter, who "invited him to see his colorful stamp collection that his grandfather had given him. Maynard was amazed by these bits of paper from all over the world. He resolved to collect one stamp of every country, knowing his father would think that a reasonable goal." "When the stamps arrived in the mail, he'd bring them to school to share his excitement. In a short time, he dropped his collecting goal and began selling stamps to his grade school classmates. By high school, his dream was to become a full-time stamp dealer." The family's history of Sundman's life noted that Sundman would work at his Swedish grandparents' small farm in nearby Newington, Conn. "Later he would use money raised from that activity combined with proceeds from trapping muskrats and magazine subscription sales to invest $200 in the stock market. He doubled his money in six months. He used the proceeds to found his first stamp collecting business in the spring of 1935, from his parents' kitchen table in Bristol, Conn." The stamp company's first home was a one-room office in Tilton's Opera Block on Littleton's Main Street. The Sundmans lived in a small apartment above the A & P Store, across from the post office. "Once customer orders began to arrive, it was Maynard's daily routine to walk across the street to the post office to pick up the daily mail and carry it in a shoebox a few blocks down the street to the office," the family stated. "Today the mail for Littleton Coin Company arrives daily by the thousands in large trucks, and is the largest postal customer in northern New Hampshire." Sundman offered customers the merchandise "on approval," to give them a chance to inspect the stamps at home before purchasing them," the family reported. "Later Sundman diversified from serving stamp collectors into marketing coins to coin collections. In 1974, he purchased Mystic Stamp Company of Camden, N.Y." "His motto could have been 'In Customers We Trust,' because over the years, he sent hundreds of millions of dollars worth of stamps and coins to clients on approval," recalled another son, Donald Sundman, the president of Mystic Stamp Company, now one of the world's largest stamp collecting businesses, employing 175 employees and still located in Camden. Today, Sundman's Littleton Coin Company employs 350. Between the two companies, some three million orders each year are fulfilled for stamp and coin collecting customers. In 1995, a book about Sundman had been published called, "A Decent Boldness: The Life Achievement of Maynard Sundman at Littleton Stamp & Coin Company." Hennessey said Sundman's belief was to "hire talented people. It was always his philosophy to hire people who know things that you don't. He gave a lot of responsibility and a lot of leeway to people who have worked here." "My fondest memories of Maynard are personal. He created wonderful opportunities for an awful lot of people, but the real memories are of a personal nature. He had a great life. It's sad, but at the same time, he had a great life - he enjoyed two wives that he loved very much, Dorothy and Fannie, and his whole family." In August, New Hampshire Gov. John Lynch was in Littleton visiting, and he spent about an hour at the Littleton Coin Company, and was personally greeted by Sundman. The plant, located in the Littleton Industrial Park, has expanded several times and occupies an 85,000 square foot facility. Sundman had been a longtime member of the First Congregational Church of Littleton-United Church of Christ. In addition to being an early incorporator and supporter of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation - North Country Region, Sundman was a contributor to many charities, including The Mayhew Program of Bristol, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, and the Norris Cotton Cancer Center North in St. Johnsbury. In 1993, he and Fannie had been named the Littleton Area Chamber of Commerce's Citizens of the Year. Funeral arrangements have not been finalized at this time.

, 68, of North Road in Lancaster, N.H., died unexpectedly Thursday morning Nov. 1, 2007. Bob was born in Lancaster on June 24, 1939, a son of Edward Alexander and Marguerite Musette (Kennett) MacKillop. Bob was a lifelong resident of Lancaster; he was a 1958 graduate of Lancaster Academy. He served in the U.S. Army in the mid-1950s and was stationed in Germany. He worked for many years as a telecommunications specialist for Western Union and also for many years for Temple Construction in Lunenburg, Vt. In later years he had a tree-removal service. Robert enjoyed going to Halfway Camp on Temple Mountain in Lunenburg and helping others. He was very giving. His memberships include the John W. Weeks V.F.W. Post 3041, Lancaster; the American Legion Post 17, Groveton; the Fraternal Order of Moose; and the Cooties, where at one time he held all offices. He is survived by seven brothers: Edward W. MacKillop of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; Ronald MacKillop and his wife, Kay of Guildhall, Vt.; James MacKillop and his wife, Susan of Lancaster; John MacKillop and his wife, Sandy of Lancaster; Michael MacKillop and his wife, Jade of Lancaster; Timothy MacKillop and his wife, Robin of Lancaster; and Richard MacKillop of Lancaster. He is also survived by seven sisters: Linda Hopps of Groveton; Peggy Brown of Lancaster; Cheryl MacKillop of Lancaster; Patricia Kipp and her husband, Steve of Florida; Judith Paschal and her husband, Wayne of Berlin; Joyce Bean of Lancaster; Debra MacKillop and Raymond Frizzell of Stark; and his special friend, Lorna McKinnon of Lancaster; also by 30 nieces and nephews and 49 grandnieces and grandnephews. Visiting hours will be held Saturday afternoon and evening, Nov. 3, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A funeral service will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Christ United Methodist Church of Lancaster. The Rev. Dr. Thomas W. Bentum, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Summer Street Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Lancaster Play and Learning Center, 3 Cemetery Street, Lancaster, NH 03584 c/o Amy Graham.

, age 85, of 29 High Street, Littleton, N.H., passed away at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center on Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2007. Marion was born a daughter to Floyd A. and Alma G. (Royce) Morris on March 25, 1922, in Littleton, N.H. She attended area schools. Marion was married to Clarence "Derby" Gould and was a homemaker for most of her married life. She was always there for her children. She laced moccasins for years to help out while her children were in school. Marion loved visiting with her grandchildren and family gatherings on the Holidays. She especially loved seeing new family members (babies) when they arrived. Marion was a woman that had to stay busy. In the summers she took care of her vegetable and flower gardens, eventually having to give up her vegetable garden. In the winters she enjoyed sewing and crocheting when she couldn't get outside. In the last few years when the Senior Center opened, she enjoyed going there for lunch and visiting with her friends. Marion is survived by three children, Clarence W. and Sandra Gould of Mesa, Ariz.; Robert Gould, and Janet Burgess, both of Littleton, N.H.; 10 grandchildren and their spouses, Rob and Eileen Burgess-Robin of Snohomish, Wash., John and Shelley MacKay of Bethlehem, N.H.; Cheryl Presley of Windham, Maine, Michael and Melanie Alt of Gray, Maine, Steven and Rebecca Burgess of Gray, Maine, Warren and Kimberly Gould of Wolfeboro, N.H., Christopher and Jennifer Gould of Littleton, N.H., Kimberlee Gould of Mesa, Ariz., John and Mary Gould of Lincoln, N.H., Denise Gould of Leominster, Mass.; 13 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband in 1986, and two brothers, Robert and Edward. SERVICES - A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, Nov. 9 at 11 a.m. in the Glenwood Cemetery, with the Rev. Lyn Winter officiating.

, 64, of 14 Maple Street, Woodsville, N.H., died Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2007, at Cottage Hospital in Woodsville. He was born in Providence, R.I., on Nov. 18, 1942, the son of George M. and Elsie (Carlson) Pike, Sr. Ron graduated from Memorial High School in Warwick R.I., and married Carol Paronto on May 3, 1969. He was a custodian at Norton Pike Industries in Littleton, N.H. for several years, as well as, for Woodsville Guaranty Savings Bank and Orford High School. He was a member of the Trinity Church of the Nazarene in North Haverhill, N.H., and is a former member of the Pomona Grange. Ron served in the Warwick, R.I., Woodsville, N.H. and Bradford, Vt. National Guard units. Ron loved camping, nature and fishing. He was also an avid Red Sox fan. He was predeceased by an infant daughter, Tina Marie Pike and by a brother George M. Pike, Jr. on January 28, 2000. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Carol Pike of Woodsville, N.H.; two sons, John E. Pike and wife Danielle of Mooresville, N.C. and Mark A. Pike and wife Wendy of Lincolnton, N.C.; and two grandchildren, Kiki and John Robert. A calling hour will be on Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch Street, Woodsville. The funeral service will be on Wednesday, Nov. 7, at 11 a.m. at the Trinity Church of the Nazarene, Horsemeadow Road, North Haverhill with Pastor George Hemway, officiating. Burial will follow at the Pine Grove Cemetery, Woodsville, N.H. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association, New England Affiliate, 20 Speen Street, Framingham, Mass., 01701- 4688.

, 57, of Littleton, N.H., passed away on Friday, Nov. 2, 2007, at the Littleton Regional Hospital. Brian was born on May 12, 1950, in Littleton, a son of Kenneth and Lois (Blodgett) Horner of Lincoln and Littleton respectfully. Brian graduated from Littleton High School and went on to Manchester Technical Institute, where he earned an associate's degree in HVAC. Brian was a lifetime resident of the North Country and resided in Littleton the majority of his life. He was employed at the Littleton Stamp and Coin Company where he served as the head of the maintenance department for 27 years. He was an avid stock-car racing fan and also enjoyed spending warm afternoons riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Cooking was another passion of his, and his family enjoyed many a Thanksgiving dinner due to his prowess. Perhaps his greatest trait was that Brian loved to talk to people. He loved to meet new people, tell jokes to old friends, and share stories with anyone who would listen. Because of this, Brian had many friends and acquaintances in the area, both young and old. Brian was active in the community of Littleton where he served as a little league baseball coach and member of the SAU 35 school board. Survivors include Joan Horner of Littleton, N.H. to whom he was married for 18 years; his stepson, Michael Gorsuch; his son, Casey Horner; his daughter, Christy Horner; his sister, Gayle Clement of Landaff, N.H., and his brother, Herbert Horner of Lisbon, N.H. SERVICES: The family will receive friends on Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Pillsbury Funeral Home, located at 101 Union Street in Littleton. A Celebration of his Life will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 7, at the All Saints' Episcopal Church at 11 a.m. with the Rev. No'l Bailey as celebrant. Private graveside services will be held in the Glenwood Cemetery. Family would like to request donations to the American Diabetes Assoc., NH Affiliate, 249 Canal Street, Manchester, N.H. 03101 or the American Heart Assoc., ME-NH-VT Affiliate, 20 Merrimack Street, Suite 1, Manchester, N.H. 03101-2244.

, 18 months, passed away Friday, Nov. 2, 2007, at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. She was born on April 12, 2006, in St. Johnsbury. She is the daughter of Larry M. and Emily L. (Garand) Lussier. Paytin was a true princess. She was a very happy and independent little girl, especially around her siblings. Paytin was loved and will be missed by the many family members who loved her. Her parents, Emily and Larry Lussier, sister, Tehya, brothers, Ethan and Jaykob, all of St. Johnsbury. Grandparents Tina DeGreenia Garand and companion Ed James, Michael Garand and companion Diane Gochie, Sheryl Cote and companion Scott Smith, Larry Lussier Sr., and Dwight Dudley; a godmother, Karen Powers, aunts, Alicia and John Downs. Cousins Hailey, Brittany and Riley. Aunt April Garand and companion Bobby Sholan. Cousin Lillionna, Aunt Jamie Garand and cousins Jade, Lucas and Imogyn Cote. Uncles Phil DeGreenia, Jr. Billy Cote, David Garand and companion Karen Madison. Cousins Jessica Daigle, Tyler Garand, Mike and Mathias. Great grandparents, Romeo Garand, Pauline Hawkins, Bunny and Bruce Bickford, Phil and Patty DeGreenia, Raymond Cote. She was predeceased by two great grandmothers, Helen Cote and Louise (Peggy) Allard. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, Nov. 7, 11 a.m., at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Calling hours will be at Pearsons Funeral Home Tuesday from 6 until 8 p.m.

, 83, born May 3, 1924, the daughter of Ellie Dana Clark and Ethel May Hinton, passed away in Brownington, Vt., on Nov. 4, 2007, with her family at her side. Norine married Hiram on Jan. 29, 1955. Norine is survived by her sons Fred and Mark Stevens, daughter in-law Lila Stevens, grandsons, William Stevens of Glover, Dana Stevens of Brownington, his fiancee Amanda Powell and Norine's special little babies (great grandchildren) Shane and Cayden Stevens, her sister-in-law Jeannette Gray and her husband Dale of Lyndonville, sister-in-law Norma Stevens of Oakman, Ala., also by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Norine was predeceased by her husband Hiram on Sept. 3, 1991, her father Ellie Dana Clark in 1965, her mother Ethel May Hinton Clark in 1980, her brother Ivers Clark in 1959, many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, several nieces and nephews. Norine loved to crochet afgans, and her sons, grandchildren, and great grandchildren will enjoy them for many years to come. Norine was an excellent cook, and she shared her talents with a lot of people. Norine farmed with her husband Hiram for many years. For numerous years she cooked her specialties for the Northeast Kingdom Coon and Cat Club and the Westmore Ladies Aid. She drove school bus for many years getting everyone safe to and from school. She belonged to the Westmore Community Church and served as a deacon and council member and belonged to the Ladies Aid. Norine was a very caring and compassionate person with many friends. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007, at the Westmore Community Church with the Rev. W. Norman McFarland officiating. Friends may call from 1 p.m. on Tuesday Nov. 6, 2007, at the Church until the hour of the funeral. Interment will follow in Lakeside Cemetery, Westmore. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Westmore Community Church in care of Lee Anderson, 27 Hinton Road, Westmore, Vt., 05860.

, 66, of Lyndonville, died Saturday Nov. 3, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury. He was born July 30, 1941, in Lyndonville, a son of the late Arthur C. and Geneva H. (Duval) Taylor. Following his schooling Frank worked a few years at Tap & Die Co. in Lyndonville. He then moved to Tennessee where he worked for many years as a restaurant Chef. He also lived in Florida for a time and returned to his hometown in the mid 1970s. Frank was a caring individual who was very devoted to his family. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and the great out-of-doors of the North East Kingdom. Survivors include his two daughters, Laura Taylor of Port St. Lucie, Fla., and Teresa Noyes and her husband Mike and daughter Samantha also of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; three brothers, Waldo Taylor and wife Alice, Robert Taylor and wife Lee-Ann, and Steven Taylor and wife Judy, all of Lyndonville; three sisters, Sandy Meyette of Lyndonville, Claire Lyonnais of West Palm Beach, Fla., and Deedee Switser of Lyndonville; and many nieces and nephews. Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Lyndon Center Cemetery. Memorial donations made in Frank's memory may be directed to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 75 Talcott Rd., Williston, Vt., 05495.

, 86, widow of Gil Cormier, passed away Monday morning, Nov. 5, 2007, at St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center where she had resided for the past two years. She was born on April 7, 1921, in Burlington, Vt., the daughter of Michael J. and Ernestine (Morin) Giroux. Her husband was G. Gilbert 'Gil' Cormier. Gil passed away June 2, 1992. Jeannette was a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Church and was always looking out for the needs of others. She was a senior companion, delivered Meals on Wheels, volunteered at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital and St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center. Jeannette was active with the V.F.W. Auxiliary and the Emblem Club. Her family remembers fondly the beautiful gifts she provided to them through her sewing, gardening and love of nature. She is survived by five children, Michael Cormier and wife Suzanne of Richmond, Va., Rose Noble and husband Ron of Waterford, Vt., Ann Bessette and husband Bernard of Aiken, S.C., Flora 'Pookie' Roy and husband Raymond of St. Johnsbury, and Carmen Cormier and partner David Lansky of Burlington. She was predeceased by an infant grandson, Andrew Cormier, and leaves her 14 grandchildren, Michael, Marissa, and Meaghan, Peter and Jennifer, Andrea, Karen, Joseph, and Theresa, Christopher, Heather, and Tiffany, Jade and Alexis; 10 great-grandchildren; one sister, Rita St. Louis of Burlington; two brothers, Raymond Giroux and wife Waja of Mystic, Conn., and William Giroux and wife Cath of Lighthouse Point, Fla.; four sisters-in-law, Marie Giroux of Burlington, Dorothy and husband Kermit Cummings of Huntsville, Texas, Elizabeth Hartford of Lancaster, N.H., and Lois Cormier of Clearwater, Fla.; and nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Thursday evening 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to either The Good Shepherd Foundation, P.O. Box 146, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or to CALEX Ambulance, P.O. Box 570, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 75, a resident of Oliver Springs, Tenn., died Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2007, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Mr. Mann was born March 7, 1932, in St. Johnsbury, Vt., moving to Oliver Springs in 1961. He was a member of the Oliver Springs United Methodist Church and the Oliver Springs Omega Masonic Lodge No. 536 F&AM. He was also a former Oak Ridge Boy Scouts of America scout master. He was a U.S. Navy veteran who served his country in the Korean War. While in the Navy, he was a member of the U.S. Navy Color Guard which presented the colors at Queen Elizabeth's inauguration. In addition, he also served in the U.S. Navy Reserve. He was the former commander of the Oliver Springs American Legion and served as the Roane County Veterans field service officer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell John Mann and Isabelle Perkins Mann. Mr. Mann is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary Kathryn Watson Mann of Oliver Springs; sons Michael Russell Mann and wife Joni of Kingston, John Allen Mann and wife Neita of Clinton and Harold Francis Mann and wife Stephanie of Powell; grandchildren Bearritt Mann, Angela Cross and husband Steven, Luke Dustin Mann, Christopher Johns and Kimberlin Mann; his sister, Marion Shirlock and husband George of Barre, Vt.; and his brother, Gilbert Mann of St. Johnsbury. Services were held Oct. 31, 2007, at Oak Ridge Memorial Park with full military colors.

, 95, of Woodsville, N.H., and formerly of Wells River, Vt., died on Nov. 5, 2007, at Cottage Hospital. Mrs. Simmons was born on July 24, 1912, in Bath, N.H., to August and Marcia (Bourlrisse) Sandstrom. She worked many years at the former Calabro Cheese Plant in Wells River, Vt. She was a wonderful cook and seamstress who enjoyed her family, travel and music. She was also a volunteer at the Mustard Seed Shop in Newbury, Vt., for many years. She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph E. Simmons Sr., on June 9, 1951; two sons, Roger and Charles Simmons; two daughters, Rachel A. Bishop and Eleanor Bowles; two great-grandsons, Timmy and Taylor Tetreault on July 6, 2003; and an infant brother, Carl Sandstrom. She is survived by two daughters, Ruth S. Pike of Haverhill, N.H., and Lorayne M. Tetreault of North Haverhill, N.H.; a son Ralph E. Simmons Jr. of Waterbury, Vt.; two brothers, Charles "Chubb" and Ernest George, both of Woodsville; 19 grandchildren; more than 40 great-grandchildren- and several great-great-grandchildren. There will be no calling hours. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 11 a.m., at the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, NH, with Father Daniel J. Sinibaldi officiating. Burial will follow at the Wells River Cemetery, Wells River, Vt. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grafton County Nursing Home, 3855 Dartmouth College Highway, North Haverhill, NH, 03774.

, 68, of Dole Hill Road, Danville, Vt., died at her home on Nov. 4, 2007, following an extended illness. She was born in Buffalo, N.Y., Jan.. 2, 1939, a daughter of George V. and Janet (Wallace) Allen. She graduated from Kenmore, N.Y. High School and also graduated from Vermont College, Montpelier in 1958. For many years, Pat lived in South Ryegate, Vt., where she raised her family, before moving to Concord, N.H. Pat married Verne Westover on November 27, 1993. For nine years, Pat worked for Town & Country Reprographics and also served as the secretary at Rumford Elementary School, both in Concord. While in Concord, she ran two home businesses, Beauty For All Seasons and Weekenders. She currently was working for Gayle Warnaar Double Red Shop. Pat was a member of the Business and Professional Women, a member of the cancer support group at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, and was a member of Toastmaster's International in Concord, N.H. She was also a member and trustee of The Presbyterian Church of Barnet at West Barnet and was a member of the Women's Fellowship there. She was predeceased by a son, Allen Robert Zambon on July 20, 1978, and two infant children, Lynn and Dennis. Survivors include her husband, Verne of Danville; her stepmother, Hilda R. Allen of Buffalo, N.Y.; two daughters, Amy Carruthers and husband Scott of Eden, Vt., and Grace Zambon of Groton, Vt.; three sons, Glenn Zambon and wife Andrea of Newbury, Vt., Scott Zambon and wife Deb of Bradford, Vt. and Gene Zambon and wife Sherry of South Ryegate, Vt.; 12 grandchildren; two sisters, Judy Finaldi and husband Jerry of Richardson, Texas, and Lynn Anzalone and husband Jim of Binghamton, N.Y., and Gulfport, Fla.; also a brother, George W. Allen and wife Amy of Buffalo; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be at the Presbyterian Church of Barnet at West Barnet on Friday, Nov. 9, 2007, at 2 p.m., with the Rev. John Sanderson officiating. Burial will follow in Pinehurst Cemetery, South Ryegate. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to either The Presbyterian Church of Barnet at West Barnet, c/o Mr. Stuart Gates, P.O. Box 145, Groton, VT 05046 or Caledonia Home Health, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or to Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 85, of 349 Railroad St., St. Johnsbury, Vt., died Monday, Nov. 5, 2007, at the V.A. Medical Center, White River Junction, Vt. He was born in Cambridge, Mass., Sept. 2, 1922, the son of Francis J. and Mathilde Grace (Silva) Harnden. Ken served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. He worked for many years as an automobile mechanic. Ken enjoyed antique collecting and woodcarving. He was predeceased by his wife, Patricia Ann (Doucette) Harnden on Nov. 17, 2006, and one son Ronnie. Survivors include his daughters, Melanie Gonyaw, husband Shawn and grandchildren, Eian and Sydney Gonyaw, of Newbury, Vt., Aimee Harnden of Wells River, Vt., Jessie of Nebraska and Linda of Maine; also three sons, Frank of Tennessee, Bruce and Kenny of Maine; along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. At Ken's request, there will be no calling hours or funeral services. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

, A memorial service will be held to celebrate the life of Maynard Sundman, 92, Littleton, N.H., the founder of the Littleton Coin Company, who died last week. A celebration of his life will be held this Saturday, Nov. 10, at 10 a.m. at the First Congregational Church-United Church of Christ at 189 Main St. in Littleton. The service will be held under the direction of the Rev. Edward E. Lopeman. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Maynard Sundman may be sent to the Littleton Regional Hospital Charitable Foundation, 600 St. Johnsbury Road, Littleton, NH 03561

, 87, of Sartwell Place, Whitefield, N.H., died Saturday, Nov. 10, 2007, at Country Village Genesis Elder Care Center, Lancaster, N.H. Mrs. Ward was born in Northumberland, N.H., on Sept. 6, 1920, a daughter of Charles F. and Hazel M. (Barrows) Hodge. Virginia was raised in Groveton and was a graduate of Groveton High School, after high school she married her husband James J. Ward. They moved to North Carolina in the 1960s where she worked in food service for 20 years, returning to the North Country in 1981. She was a caregiver of others and enjoyed playing Bingo. She was a past member of the Groveton United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women's Club, and a present member of John W. Weeks Post 3041 Ladies Auxiliary. Family members include a granddaughter, Candace Reim of California, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, James; her son, Charles E. Ward; and one brother and three sisters. There are no visiting hours. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007, at 2 p.m., at the Christ United Methodist Church, Lancaster. The Rev. Dr. Thomas W. Bentum, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Summer Street Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Sartwell Place Activities Dept., 4 Terrace St., Whitefield, NH 03598.

of Lyndonville, Vt., passed away peacefully at The Pines Rehabilitation and Health Center Friday evening, Nov. 9, 2007. He and his wife had been Lyndonville residents since August 2006. They had previously lived in Boxborough, Mass., Billerica, Mass., and Lebanon, N.H. He married Jean Leavens of Island Pond Sept. 20, 1958. Mr. Hinkley had a long career in human services, retiring as office manager of the Department of Health and Human Services located in the JFK Federal Building in Boston. He was a graduate of Gates Business College and was a Korean War Army veteran. He is survived by his wife, Jean (P.O. Box 197, Lyndon Center, VT 05850); five children, Timothy Hinkley and fiancZe Kim Babbitt of Newark, Vt., Robert Hinkley and wife Michelle of Lyndonville, David Hinkley and companion Yuling Chen of Quincy, Mass., Sandra Connor and husband Daniel of Boxborough, Mass., Peter Hinkley and wife Sandra of Lewiston, Maine; six grandchildren, Brian, Sarah, Megan, Jimmy, Garrett and Rowan; two brothers, Henry Hinkley and wife Betty of Norridgewock, Maine, Clyde Hinkley of Fayette, Maine. He was predeceased by his sister, Lorraine St. Amand. He is also survived by Jean's two sisters and one brother, Barbara Pratt of Island Pond, Linda Bressette and husband Michael of Island Pond, Clair Leavens and wife Mary Jean of Wales, Maine; and cousins, nieces and nephews. He will be buried in Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond. The family will pay their respects and hold their services privately. Memorial contributions, marked for Activity Fund and made out to The Pines Rehabilitation and Health Center may be sent to 601 Red Village Road, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, 86, of Bristol, Conn., formerly of Lancaster, N.H., passed peacefully from her life on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2007, at Bristol Hospital in Bristol, Conn. Mrs. Hartshorn was born in Berlin, N.H., on Oct. 15, 1921. She was the only child of Cleveland and Margaret McGivney. She attended Berlin schools and was a 1943 graduate of Plymouth Teachers College, as it was then known. She briefly taught in Hanover, N.H., where a guest speaker in one of her classes was the poet Robert Frost. Following her marriage to Harold Hartshorn in 1946, she moved to Lancaster, where she raised a family, taught for many years in the Lancaster School system, and led a life enriched by a multitude of dear, lifelong friends. Long after her retirement, she continued to receive cards and letters from many of her former students, who put to good use the lessons she taught them about English and about life. She was a member and past president of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society, a member of the Tabernacle Society at All Saints Church; and an active and enthusiastic volunteer at Weeks Medical Center. During her last, lengthy illness she never complained, but instead chose to focus on the many blessings in her life. Family members include a daughter, Judith Bomar and her husband, David of Bristol, Conn.; a son, David Hartshorn and his wife, Deborah of Southington, Conn. The grandchildren she so dearly loved also survive her, Jacqueline deRuyter and husband Ben; Brian Hartshorn and fiancZe Lisa Duffy; Meagan Kinney and husband Justin, Lindsey Bomar, and Kaitlin Mary Hartshorn. In her lifetime, she was also blessed by three great-grandchildren, Joshua, Lauren and Marley deRuyer. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold, of 35 years. Her family will receive friends on Monday, Nov. 12, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday morning at 10 a.m., at All Saints Church, Lancaster. The Rev. Raymond Ball, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Lancaster. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Weeks Medical Center Auxiliary, 170 Middle St., Lancaster, NH 03584.

, a West Burke, Vt., resident, passed away Nov. 10, 2007, at home surrounded by family, at the age of 78, following a lengthy illness. She was the daughter of the late Charles A. and Clara (Ward) Ricker. Florence was born Jan. 23, 1929, in Waterbury, Vt. She was a member of the Sutton Baptist Church. She enjoyed racing, and the NBA, watching many games and spending time with her grandchildren. Florence was a life member and past president of the V.F.W. Post 10038 Ladies Auxiliary, Lyndonville, Vt., and member of the American Legion Post 30, Lyndon. Florence married Hazen W. Mitchell on Nov. 23, 1955, in Lyndon Center. He predeceased her on Oct. 1, 1985. Florence is survived by three children, Rebecca Jackson and husband Daniel, Hazen Mitchell Jr. both of West Burke, and Andrew Mitchell of Lyndonville; a sister, Alice Haskins; and brothers, Harold Ricker and Daniel Ricker. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Kathryn Jackson-Smith and husband Justin, Daniel Jackson II, Andrew Mitchell, and Staci Mitchell; a daughter-in-law, Sherri Mitchell; a great-granddaughter, Molly Smith; and a special friend, Bunny Bickford. Florence was predeceased by a brother, Raymond Ricker. In lieu of flowers, her family suggests memorial contributions may be made in Florence's name to The Fresh Air Fund, 633 Third Ave., 14th Floor, New York, NY 10017. Visiting hours will be Monday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Pearsons Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Tuesday, 11 a.m., at Sutton Baptist Church, with the Rev. David Colwell officiant. Interment will follow in the Lyndon Center Cemetery.

, 76, of Barnet, Vt., died Sunday, Nov. 11, 2007, at his residence. He was born in Barnet on March 22, 1931, the son of Abbott Wesley and Leta (Rollins) White. Wesley graduated from St. Johnsbury Trade School, Class of 1949. He served with the U.S. Air Force from 1950 to 1954 during the Korean War. He worked as a board sawyer at his saw mill on Route 5 and also ran an adjacent family owned garage and gas station. He closed the saw mill in 1992 and went to work at EHV Wiedman in St. Johnsbury, Vt., for several years as a night watchman. Wesley was a life-long Barnet resident and he enjoyed meals at the West Barnet senior meal site and country music. Survivors include a sister, Joan Bryant of Waterford, Vt.; four nieces and nephews, Diana Rice of Marlboro, Mass., Debra Lawson of Waterford, Vt., Rocklyn Rice of Concord, Vt., and Richard Bryant of Marlboro, Mass.; a special friend, Barbara Gabor of Greencastle, Ind.; and several grand- and great-grand nieces and nephews. A calling hour will be on Friday, Nov. 16, from 1 to 2 p.m. with a funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. at the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H., with the Rev. John Sanderson from the Presbyterian Church of Barnet at West Barnet officiating. Burial will follow at the Barnet Center Cemetery, Barnet Center, Vt. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the West Barnet Senior Meal Site, c/o Mrs. Audrey Bogie, Rural Route 1 Box 27, East Ryegate, VT 05042-9706.

, 89, of Littleton, N.H., passed away suddenly at her home on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007. Thelma was born on May 16, 1918, a daughter of Milton and Katherine (Marsh) Mooney. She graduated from Littleton High School and married Laurence "Skip" Spreadbury on Dec. 15, 1945. Thelma was employed at Profile Cleaners as a secretary, as well as at Norton Pike. She was a Red Cross volunteer during the war and laced moccasins for Henschel Shoe Company. She was also a cook and manager in the cafeteria at Littleton High School for many years. Thelma loved working in her flower garden, sewing, knitting, reading, and doing puzzles, watching the wildlife and the birds around their home, and cooking Sunday and holiday dinners. Everyone was always welcomed to their home where she made them feel right at home. She is survived by her husband, Laurence S. Spreadbury of Littleton, N.H.; a son, David Spreadbury of North Haverhill, N.H.; two daughters, Diane McFarland and her husband, Gary of Bethlehem, N.H., and Debbie Boynton and her husband, Eddie of Littleton, N.H.; 15 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Irene Little and Katherine Emmons, both of Franconia, N.H. One daughter, Judy K. Cook of Groveton, N.H., predeceased her, as well as two brothers, Hollis "Tom" Mooney and Everett Mooney. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 14, at 11 a.m. in the Glenwood Cemetery with the Rev. Father Marcel Martel officiating.

, 82, of New Port Richey, Fla., passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2007, at the Hernando Nursing Home. Rhea was born a daughter to James T. Powell Sr. and Mary (Franklin) Powell on April 23, 1925, in Bradford, Pa. Rhea received a master's degree in college and had a career in nursing. She and her husband, Richard, owned and operated a tree farm in Whitefield for many years. She is survived by two brothers, James T. Powell Jr. of Victor, N.Y., and William Powell of Ocala, Fla.; one sister, Sybil Hooker of Ocala, Fla.; and one granddaughter. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard Rogers; and her sons, Burt Wade Fincham and Jay Fincham. A private graveside service was held in the Ladd Street Cemetery in Whitefield, N.H. on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007.

, 57, of Shelburne, Vt., died Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007, surrounded by his loving family and friends, following a brief but valiant fight against pancreatic cancer. Born in Springfield, Vt., on Oct. 20, 1950, he was the son of James and Pauline O'Brien. He was raised in Shelburne and graduated from Rice High School in 1968. He received an associate's degree from Vermont Technical College in 1970 and a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering in 1974 from the University of Vermont where he was the captain of the track team. After college, he worked at Stone & Webster in Boston and then moved home to Vermont where he married, built his own home and raised a family. He worked as an engineer with Trudell Engineering until he established and managed his own civil engineering firm for 16 years. For the last five years of his life, he worked for the state of Vermont in the Waste Water Management Division. Frank was kind and generous and the ultimate family man. He believed strongly in traditional family values and maintained close ties with his large family. He often hosted family gatherings around his pool in the summer and in his home for the holidays. He always guided his children and anyone he met with his strong values and positive outlook on life. His children particularly appreciated his constant support as shown through coaching of their sports teams, being their most enthusiastic fan at all athletic events, and being so proud of pretty much anything they ever did. His many nieces and nephews adored their Uncle Frank. Frank was always ready to help family and friends in need. His favorite thing was holding any baby; his family nicknamed him "the baby whisperer" because of his knack for quieting crying babies. Kids were drawn to him because of his obvious love for them. He was an avid golfer, Yankees fan and chocolate lover. His family appreciated his offbeat sense of humor. Frank's loving influence, presence, hugs, and smile will be sorely missed. He is survived by his children, Sean of South Burlington, Vt., Carly of Burlington, Vt., and Jillian of Plymouth, Mass.; his mother, Pauline O'Brien of South Burlington; five sisters, Karen O'Brien of Salem, Mass., Patricia O'Brien of South Burlington, Mary Kay Wyand and her husband, Daniel of Danville, Vt., Anne O'Brien and her fiance, Joe Booska of Vergennes, Vt., and Sheila O'Brien of Barre, Vt.; three brothers, Jim of South Burlington, John and his wife, Kathy of Shelburne, and Daniel and his wife, Colleen of Tyrone, Ga. He is also survived by 21 nieces and nephews and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He has now been reunited with his father, James; his sister, Elizabeth; and his nephews Benjamin Cronin and Jacob Harding. For those who wish, donations may be made in Frank's memory to Camp Ta Kum Ta to benefit children with cancer, Box 576, Waterbury, VT 05676. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Friday, Nov. 9, at 11 a.m. in St. Catherine of Siena Church in Shelburne.

, 54, of Shelton, Conn., formerly of Bethlehem, N.H., passed away on Friday, Nov. 9, 2007, at the Griffin Hospital in Derby, Conn., after a brief illness. Gary was born a son to James W.R. Newcombe Jr. and Barbara Newcombe Keller on Sept. 5, 1953, in Littleton, N.H. He grew up in Bethlehem and graduated in 1971 from White Mountain Regional School. He attended Plymouth State University, graduating in May 1975 with an Associate of Arts degree. Joining the U.S. Army in June of 1975, he entered the signal corp., serving a tour of duty in Korea, as well as stateside assignments. After his discharge from the Army, Gary went back to school receiving an Associate of Science degree from the state University of New York, then a diploma in 1998 from The New England Technical Institute in Hamden, Conn. Gary worked as an electrical test technician for Allied Signal Aerospace in Stratford, Conn., for 19 years, prior to the company relocating to Arizona. He studied and became a licensed electrician in Connecticut. Gary was employed at Sikorsky Aircraft at the time of his passing. He enjoyed fishing, motorcycling, and fine dining. Surviving family members include his sisters, Diana and husband Robert Ainsworth of Littleton, N.H., and Carol and husband Allen Lang of Oxford, N.Y.; his nieces, Kristie L. Quail, Kathryn Alexander, and Elizabeth Lang; great-nephew Cameron Quail; great nieces Grace, Lillian, and Madeline Alexander; and his stepfather, John Keller of Bethlehem, N.H. He was predeceased by his father in 1971 and his mother in 2007. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, "Bart", 76, of Zephyr Hills, Fla., died Nov. 10, 2007, at his home following an extended illness. Calling hours will be Sunday, Nov. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. A Mass of Christian burial will be on Monday, Nov. 19, at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church with the Rev. Daniel J. Sinibaldi officiating. A complete funeral notice will appear in this paper at the end of the week.

, 86, of Maple Street, Bethlehem, N.H., passed away at Littleton Regional Hospital on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2007. Barbara was born a daughter of Dr. Peter and Elva C. Kahler on Feb. 14, 1921, in Montclaire, N.J. The family moved to Bethlehem when she was young. After graduating from Bethlehem High School, Class of 1939, she moved to New York City with her sister, Helen, where Barbara worked for Bickford's of New York for several years. She married James W. R. Newcombe Jr. and returned to Bethlehem to raise their three children. Barbara worked for many years in the guidance office at White Mountain Regional School in Whitefield, N.H. She was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society of Lancaster, N.H., and while her daughters were growing up, she was a senior Girl Scout leader. Barbara loved gardening, wrote poetry, enjoyed traveling, and deep sea fishing. Her husband, James, passed away in 1971. Years later, on Sept. 6, 1997, she married John C. Keller of Bethlehem and enjoyed 10 happy years with him. Barbara wrote her parents' memoirs which were published in "Shrouded Memories" by Floyd W. Ramsey titled, "The Kahlers of Bethlehem" in 1997. Barbara leaves her husband, John C. Keller, of Bethlehem, N.H.; her two twin daughters, Diana N. Ainsworth and husband Robert, of Littleton, N.H., and Carol A. Lang and husband Allen, of Oxford, N.Y.; her son, Gary Alan Newcombe of Shelton, Conn.; grandchildren Kristie and husband Tyler Quail of Keene, N.H.; and great-grandson, Cameron Tyler Quail; Kathryn and husband, John Alexander of Annandale, Va., and great-grandchildren, Grace, Lillian and Madeline; and Elizabeth Lang of Nottingham, England. Her sisters, Helen and Frances Kahler predeceased her. A graveside service was held on Friday, Nov. 9, 2007 in the Maple Street Cemetery in Bethlehem, N.H., with the Rev. Lyn O. Winter officiating.

, A Mass will be offered for the late Mildred Ann (Riley) Pennini at St. Elizabeth's Church, 642 Hill St., Lyndonville, Vt., on Saturday, Nov. 17, at 10:30 a.m. Mildred, 83, a former Sutton, Vt., resident, died Tuesday, July 3, 2007, in Franklin, Mass. A former teacher's aide at the West Burke Preschool and long time volunteer at the Pines Rehabilitation and Health Center, she is survived by her husband, John B. Pennini; four sons, four daughters and a large extended family.

, 85, of West Main Street, Lunenburg, Vt., died Tuesday morning Nov. 13, 2007, at Weeks Medical Center, Lancaster, N.H., after a brief illness. Mrs. Timson was born in Lunenburg on July 11, 1922, the daughter of Alfred and Malvine (Bilodeau) Sivegny. Beatrice has been a life-long resident of Lunenburg, having worked on the family farm, and as a teen performed housework and child care. She later worked as a volunteer at Craft-Bag in Gilman. On June 20, 1946, she married William Timson and they had two children. She was a communicant of St. Leo's Catholic Church, Lunenburg, and was very involved in church activities. Beatrice loved to volunteer in the kitchen at the Headstart program and at the elementary and middle schools. She was fond of watching the children play, and through her later years, many of the children fondly referred to her as "Grammy." Surviving family members include her son, Danny Timson and his wife, Debra of Lunenburg; and a daughter, Brenda Bryant and her husband, Richard of Lunenburg. She also had five loving grandchildren whom she cared about very much and many nieces and nephews. Her husband, William, predeceased her and she was the last of six siblings. Visiting hours will be held Friday evening, Nov. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 66, of Mt. Cleveland Road, Bethlehem, N.H., passed away at his home on Monday, Nov. 12, 2007, after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Wayne was born a son to Irving and Olive (Mello) Knight on May 14, 1941, in Plymouth, Mass. He attended schools in Plymouth. Wayne worked for various produce wholesale distributors. For the last 10-15 years before his retirement, he was employed by Samos-Inex Corporation. Wayne leaves his wife, Shirley Lewis of Bethlehem, N.H., and two half-brothers, Irving and Wesley Knight, both of Dunnellon, Fla. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 89, formerly of Watertown, Mass., died Nov. 12, 2007, in Colorado. She is survived by daughter Paula Petterson, son-in-law Robert and their two children, Alex and William, all of Fort Collins, Colo.; sister Doris Lynch of Newton, Mass.; brother John Kirker of Columbus, Ohio; and numerous members of her extended family. Marguerite was preceded in death by her husband, Paul C. Hamilton, formerly of Danville, Vt. Memorial services will be held at a later date in Danville. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Larimer County or Fort Collins Good Samaritan Village. Cards and letters may be sent to Peg's family, 508 W. Trilby Road, Fort Collins, CO 80525.

died peacefully Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2007, at Copley Hospital in Morrisville, Vt., with family and friends at her bedside. She died four days shy of her 92nd birthday. She was born Nov. 18, 1915, in Eden, Vt., the daughter of Rolland and Cora (Masure) Lanpher. On Dec. 17, 1934, in Hyde Park, she married Norbert West, who predeceased her Jan. 30, 1998. She and Norbert had a farm in the Harvey's Hollow portion of Danville, Vt. She enjoyed being a homemaker and working on the farm with her husband. She then moved to Johnson, Vt., to be near her family. Becoming unable to live alone, she moved to Craftsbury Community Care Center. Della was predeceased by seven brothers, Arthur, Harold, Elwin, Cecil, Clifton, Gerald, and Rolland Jr.; and four sisters: Florence, Beulah, Lois, and Reba. She is survived by two brothers, Floyd Lanpher of Hancock, Vt., and Merle Lanpher of North Hyde Park, Vt., and one sister, Ruby Boyce of Johnson, Vt. Della leaves several nieces and nephews on the West and Lanpher sides of her family. Funeral services will be held in St. Johnsbury this Sunday at 2 p.m. at Sayles Funeral Home. The Rev. Douglas Carter of the Danville Congregational Church will officiate. Burial will be in Danville Green Cemetery beside her late husband. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Craftsbury Community Care Center, 1784 East Craftsbury Road, Craftsbury, VT 05826. A Mass will be offered for the late

at St. Elizabeth's Church, 642 Hill St., Lyndonville, Vt., on Saturday, Nov. 17 at 10:30 a.m. Mrs. Pennini, 83, a former Sutton resident, died Tuesday, July 3, 2007, in Franklin, Mass. A former teacher's aide at the West Burke Preschool and long-time volunteer at the Pines Rehabilitation and Health Center, she is survived by her husband, John B. Pennini, four sons, four daughters and a large extended family.

, 76, of Zephyrhills, Fla., a former resident of Woodsville, N.H., died on Nov. 10, 2007, at his home after an extended illness. Bart was born in Haverhill, N.H., on March 30, 1931, to Milton H. and Gladys (Ross) MacDonald Sr. After graduating from Woodsville High School, he joined the U.S. Air Force. He married Helen I. Vance on Feb. 7, 1952. After a 20-year career, Bart retired from the Air Force on July 31, 1972. Following his retirement, he returned to Woodsville and was employed with the former H. O. Taylor Chevrolet in Wells River, Vt., as a parts manager. After working for H. O. Taylor, he was employed with several parts companies in Woodsville. In 1982, he and Helen began wintering in Florida and he continued to work for auto parts businesses in both New Hampshire and Florida. Bart and Helen were fortunate to have traveled throughout the United States in their motor home and to have lived in the motor home for more than 20 years before to settling down in their home in Zephyrhills, where Bart was made honorary mayor of their street. Bart enjoyed life, his friends, and especially his family, and he took great joy in lending a helping hand to others. He was predeceased by his brother, Milton H. "Sonny" MacDonald on Aug. 18, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Helen I. MacDonald of Zephyrhills; their daughter, Diana M. Fadden and husband Alvin of North Haverhill, N.H.; their three sons, Michael L. MacDonald and wife Connie of Pike Road, Ala., Brian J. MacDonald and wife Tama of Las Vegas, Nev., and Mark V. MacDonald and wife Diane of Woodsville; 14 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; his sister, Corinne M. Lighthall, of Bonita Springs, Fla.; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Calling hours will be Sunday, Nov. 18, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H., with a prayer service at 7:45 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be on Monday, Nov. 19, 2007, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 15 Pine St., Woodsville, N.H., with the Rev. Daniel J. Sinibaldi officiating. Burial will be in the spring at Groton Village Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hernando-Pasco Hospice, ATTN: Donations, 12107 Majestic Blvd., Hudson, FL 34667.

73, of Hudson, N.H., died Wednesday, Nov.. 14, 2007, at St. Joseph Hospital, Nashua, N.H. Born April 11, l934, in St. Johnsbury, Vt., he was the son of the late George E. and Dulcina (Daniel) Bouffard Sr. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was stationed in Germany. George was a communicant of St. John the Evangelist Church where he was active with the St. Vincent de Paul Society and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed gardening and loved working on home improvement projects. He also enjoyed watching the Red Sox. His greatest enjoyment came from his granddaughters who were his pride and joy. He was predeceased by two sisters and a brother. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Gloria (LaChance) Bouffard of Hudson; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Jackie Bouffard, Monique and Louis Dion all of Hudson, and Marie and Scott Soucy of Nashua; a brother and a sister-in-law, Arthur and Claudette Bouffard of Florida; four granddaughters, Nicole Dion and Jessica Dion both of Hudson, Lauren Soucy and Kylie Soucy both of Nashua; also several nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass will be held Mon., Nov. 19 at 9:30 a.m. in Blessed John XXIII Parish at St. John the Evangelist Church, 27 Library St., Hudson. All are to meet at Church. Visiting Hours will be Sunday, Nov. 18, from 2 to 5 p.m., in the Dumont-Sullivan Funeral Home, 50 Ferry St., Hudson. Burial will be in St. Louis Cemetery, Nashua. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, 27 Library St., Hudson, NH 03051.

, 65, of South Court Street, Woodsville, N.H., died on Nov. 14, 2007, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H. Marie was born to Joseph and Mary (Finnuchio) Adamczyk in Plainfield, N.J., on Nov. 28, 1941. She married Robert F. Huminski on Sept. 26, 1959. Marie and her husband moved to the Woodsville area from New Jersey 30 years ago. She worked for Edith Shapiro at Molly's Cards and Gifts in Woodsville for several years. She operated Maria Martine Gift and Collectibles, a gift and religious shop from her home. She was a communicant of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Marie was a deeply spiritual person who enjoyed her family, friends, and home. She was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Mary Adamczyk. She is survived by her husband, Robert F. Huminski of Woodsville; their son, Robert M. Huminski and his wife, Susan, of Hawaii; her sister, Jean Haynes of Nahunta, Ga.; one aunt, Martina Meyers of Jackson, N.J.; one uncle, John Kush of Whiting, N.H.; sisters-in-law, Harriet Scalera of Califon, N.J. and Martha Haborak of Harrisburg, Pa.; and brothers-in-law, Stanley Humiencki of Jacksonville, Fla., and Thomas Huminski of Westford, Mass. Calling hours will be on Monday, Nov. 19, 2007, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch Street, Woodsville, with a prayer service at 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2007, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 15 Pine Street, Woodsville, with the Rev. Daniel J. Sinibaldi officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Bath, N.H. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church, c/o Father Daniel Sinibaldi, 21 Pine Street, Woodsville, NH 03785; or to the DHMC Oncology Department Fund, DHMC Development Office, ATTN: Michele Clark, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03765.

, 91, of Stanley, N.C., formerly of East Ryegate, Vt., died Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007, at her daughter's home in Stanley, N.C. She was born in Ryegate, Vt., Oct. 24, 1916, the daughter of Richard and Mary (McHarg) Bullard. Muriel married William O. Wallace in December 1944. During WWII she worked as a textile weaver in New Jersey and later worked for 15 years at the Lisbon Furniture Company in Lisbon, N.H. She had attended the former East Ryegate Presbyterian Church. Muriel had moved to North Carolina in June 2007 to live closer to her daughter and family. She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, William O. Wallace on May 29, 1995, and a son, William James Wallace on Dec. 20, 2000. Survivors include her daughter, Sandra Robbins and husband Bruce of Stanley, N.C.; two grandsons, Todd Brill and great granddaughters Tori and Morgan of Mt. Lakes, and Michael Brill and Pam Aremburg of Mooresville, N.C.; and a sister Freda Bray of Montreal, Canada. Calling hours will be Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. A funeral service will be Wednesday, Nov. 28, at 11 a.m. at the Ricker Funeral Home, with the Rev. Dr. Catherine Cook, officiating. A reception will follow the service at the Horse Meadow Senior Center in North Haverhill, N.H. Burial will be in the McIndoes Falls Cemetery in the spring 2008. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Lincoln County, 107 North Cedar St., Lincolnton, NC 28092.

, 84, of Westmore, Vt., died Nov. 17, 2007, in Newport. He was born July 27, 1923, in Alburg,Vt., a son of Pehan and Lillie (Letourneau) Pearo. On Nov. 11, 1945, he married Grace Rash who survives him. He entered the United States Marines and served his country during WWII. Mr. Pearo was a machinist with the Heald Machine Company in Massachusetts. He was also a dispatcher for the Orleans County Sheriff's Department, and he was a former constable for the town of Westmore. He was a member of Tops in Barton, and he enjoyed fishing, poker and gardening. He was a great handy man. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Grace Pearo of Westmore, a son Paul Pearo, and his wife Linda of Oakham, Mass., a grandson Jason Pearo of Oakham, Mass., and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by 12 brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, Elm Street, Barton, with the pastor, Herve Perry officiating. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until the hour of the funeral on Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Westmore, with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate, Inc., 77 Hegeman Ave., Colchester, VT 05446.

, 97, formerly of Cabot, Vt., died Friday, Nov. 16, 2007, at the Brookside Nursing Home in Wilder, Vt. He was born April 24, 1910, in Varennes, Quebec, Canada, the son of the late John M. and Mary L. (Robinson) Carroll. His family moved to Woodbury, Vt., when he was 2 years old. He attended Woodbury public schools. He grew up on a dairy farm. As a young man he moved to Granby, Conn., where he worked for Pratt & Whitney in Hartford. He returned to Vermont where he worked as a dairy farmer, logger and school bus driver in Cabot for many years. He also worked for Cabot Creamery and Sprague Electric in Barre. He retired in 1982. He was first married to Agnes Palmer. She died in 1983. Following her death, he married Irene Mareba Conner LaClair. She died in 2005. He was affiliated with the United Church of Cabot, the United Methodist Church of Woodbury and the Grace Methodist Church in Plainfield. He enjoyed farming, gardening and animals, especially his cat "Mickie." John is survived by five children: John Carroll of Tennessee, Wilson Carroll of California, Daniel Carroll of Maine, Esther Blanchard of Florida and Shirley Maynard of Vermont; five step-children: Harold Morse of New Hampshire, Janice Owen of Massachusetts, John Morse of Virginia, Clyde LaClair of New York, and Arthur LaClair of Florida; 12 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; many step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his wives, he was predeceased by a son: Kenneth Carroll in 1987; two brothers: Stuart Carroll and William Carroll; and three sisters: Jane Felix, Pearl Burnham and Hazel Burnham. Spring services will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to the Cabot Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 32, Cabot, VT 05647 or to the Cabot Fire Department, Cabot, Vt.

of St. Johnsbury died unexpectedly at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital Saturday evening at the age of 82. The Bryers raised their family on South Main Street where he operated his plumbing and heating business for 35 years. Leon served as a lister for 15 years for the Town of St. Johnsbury. He had served in many capacities as a member of the North Congregational Church. The family spent many wonderful summers at their camp on Harvey's Lake. He grew up in Danville and was a stateside Army veteran of WWII. He is survived by his wife Betty (Shepard) of St. Johnsbury; two children: daughter Diane van Buren and husband Martin F. van Buren of Chelmsford Mass., son Dennis Bryer and wife Donna of Plainfield Vt.; two grandchildren: Jennifer van Buren and husband Benjamin Myers of Salem N.H., Martin Leon van Buren of Brighton Mass.; two sisters: Alice Burnham of St. Johnsbury, Madeline LaClair of Brunswick Maine; two brothers: Douglas Bryer and wife Cynthia of Morrisville, Joseph Bryer and wife Judy of Cadiz Ky.; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father in 1956 and by his mother in 1995. Services will be held this Tuesday, Nov. 20, at 2 p.m. at the North Congregational Church with the pastor, the Rev. Jay Sprout, officiating. Memorial contributions may be directed to either: New England Eye Bank, 1 Gateway Center Suite 309, Newton MA 02458; or to North Congregational Church, 1325 Main St., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 87, of Anderson Lane, Pike, N.H., died Nov. 19, 2007, at Cottage Hospital, Woodsville, N.H. He was born in Albany, Vt., Oct. 18, 1920, the son of Lynn H. and Fannie (Scott) Anderson. Earl served in the U.S. Army during World War II, from Oct. 2, 1942, to Sept. 30, 1945. He was a sergeant with the 880th Air Engineering Squadron and served in the European Theater. Upon his return home, Earl worked as a truck driver for nearly 28 years, starting with Roland Ames Trucking in Woodsville, later with Quinn Freightline, and retiring from Maisland Transport on May 1, 1981. He was a life member of VFW Post #5245 of North Haverhill, and had served as District Commander of District #2 of the State VFW. He was also an active member, former president and trail master of the Connecticut Valley Snowmobile Club, and a past assistant State Commander of AARP, and a former member of the Town of Haverhill recreation commission, and a member of Local 633 and 191. Earl was married to Beatrice Diette on Feb. 12, 1943. Survivors include his wife of 64 years Beatrice of Pike; two sons, Bruce Anderson and wife Van, and Dennis Anderson and wife Pam, all of North Haverhill; three grandchildren; two great grandchildren; three step grandchildren; five step great-grandchildren; four sisters, Hazel Wendellburg and Grace Morey both of Gainesville, Fla., Bernice Rowelle of Greenville, N.H., and Rebecca Cram of Ocala, Fla.; several niece and nephews. Calling hours will be Friday, Nov. 23, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. The funeral service will be on Saturday, Nov. 24, at 1:30 p.m. the St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 15 Pine St. Woodsville, N.H., with Rev. Daniel J. Sinibaldi, officiating. Burial will be in the spring at Horsemeadow Cemetery, North Haverhill, N.H. Memorial contributions can be made to the VFW Post #5245, C/O Dale Pierson, Quartermaster, Beech St., Woodsville, NH 03785, Connecticut Valley Snowmachine Club, C/O Barbara Dutile, 39 Slate Ridge Drive, Haverhill, NH 03765 or Cottage Hospital, C/O Oncology Dept., P.O. Box 2001, Woodsville, NH 03785.

, 62, of Lyndonville, died peacefully Tuesday morning Nov. 20, 2007, at the home of his companion in Sheffield following a 12-month battle with cancer. He was born July 2, 1945, in Plainfield, N.J., the son of Henry and Anna (Burnett) Hibshman. Following high school John received his bachelor's degree from Marrietta College in Ohio. He then entered the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam War. On Sept. 30, 1972, he married Nancy E. Yerkes. In 1978 they started the Village Sport Shop in Lyndonville selling sporting goods and accessories. His devotion to the Village Sport Shop was surpassed only by his love and devotion for his family. John held memberships in Ducks Unlimited and the Ruffed Grouse Society. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, skiing, gardening and being an outdoorsman, both as a sportsman and an observer of nature. He was predeceased by his wife Nancy Hibshman in 2005; and his father, Henry J. Hibshman. Survivors include his two children, Carrie Tomczyk and husband Peter and their daughters Avery and Rowyn of Lyndonville, and Christopher Hibshman and wife Beth and their son Barrett Christopher of West Burke; his mother, Anna B. Hibshman of New Jersey; two brothers, David Hibshman and wife Carol of Utah, and Peter Hibshman of Pennsylvania; two sisters, Jane Bresler of Florida, and Martha Collins of California; his father in-law, Richard Yerkes of Lyndonville; a brother in-law, Richard "Chip" Yerkes of Martha's Vineyard; two sisters in-law, JoAnn Golden and husband Larry of Lyndonville, and Doreen Yerkes of East Burke; nieces, nephews, and his Village Sport Shop family; and by his companion, Eileen Kreiling of Sheffield. A celebration of John's life is being planned and will be announced in this paper at a later date. Memorial donations made in John's memory may be directed to Caledonia Home Health Inc., (or their Hospice division) P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

of Shrewsbury, Mass., and formerly of St. Johnsbury and Montpelier, Vt., died unexpectedly on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2007, as the result of an accidental fall. She was 60 years old. Suzanne was born in Norwood, Mass., on Jan. 7, 1947. She attended St. Catherine of Siena School in Norwood and graduated from Stanford University in 1974 with a B.A. in Anthropology and English. She worked as an administrator at hospitals in Boston, Mass., Lebanon, N.H., and St. Johnsbury. Her last job was with the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Montpelier, Vt. Suzanne was an active volunteer throughout her life, donating time to libraries and school systems as well as visiting and reading to the elderly. While living in St. Johnsbury, she loved to bring her dogs to nursing homes to visit the residents. She was extremely generous and would give money, food and help to anyone she felt needed it, regardless of her own situation. She was always appreciative of good conversation and laughter and loved the time she spent reading, playing word games, and taking care of her family and pets. She is survived by her daughter, Alexandra Skinner of Berlin, Germany, and Worcester, Mass.; her sister, Dianne Perkins and husband Phil of Lebanon, N.H.; her brother, Terry Barrett of Norwood, Mass.; her nieces Courtney Tyler of Exeter, N.H., Meg Perkins of Cambridge, Mass., and Rebecca Perkins of Lebanon, N.H.; her nephew Kyle Perkins and family of Manchester, N.H.; her friend and former husband Erik Skinner of Worcester, Mass.; her dogs, Ernie and Olivia; and numerous friends. She was predeceased by her son, Anthony Skinner; her mother, Rita Emery Barrett; and her father, Terence Barrett. A memorial service for friends and family will be held in early January 2008. A notice will appear with date and location as soon as plans are finalized. In lieu of flowers, please direct any memorial contributions to: MSPCA-Angell, Attn: Donations, 350 S. Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02310.

, 64, of Noyes Street, passed away suddenly at his Bethlehem residence on Sunday, Nov. 18. He was born in Scranton, Pa., son of William and Mildred (Webb) Smalley. He was formally employed in the Housekeeping Department of the Littleton Regional Hospital. He enjoyed collecting baseball cards, old records and was an avid N.Y. Yankees fan. He is survived by his mother, Mildred Smalley, Whitefield, N.H., his wife, Hope Smalley, Bethlehem, N.H., two sons, William A. Smalley, III, Twin Mountain, N.H., Dale Smalley, Scranton, Pa., four daughters, Mary Mackinnon, Cheryl Smalley, Kim Lucas, all of Littleton, N.H., Tammie Lyman, Intervale, N.H., 13 grandchildren, two brothers, Robert Smalley, Whitefield, N.H., and Byron Smalley, Harrisburg, Pa. There will be no visiting hours. A Graveside Service will take place in the Glenwood Cemetery, Littleton, on Saturday, Nov. 24, at 1 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Bethlehem Emergency Services, P.O. Box 424, Bethlehem, NH, 03574.

passed away in Milwaukee, Wis. on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2007, at the age of 90 years. She is survived by her daughter Pamela (Patrick) Daspit of Whitefish Bay, Wis., her grandson David (Shannon Rodgers) Daspit of Des Moines, Iowa, and her brothers, Wallace Smith of Lisbon, N.H. and Victor (Ella) Phelps of Andover, N.H. Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her husband Arthur F. Jones, Jr., and three sisters, Clarice Chapman, Joy Pasquarelli and Dolly Smith. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mrs. Jones was born in St. Johnsbury, Vt. and resided in McIndoes Falls, Vt. and in Andover and Lisbon, N.H. She graduated from Keene Teachers College in 1938. For 27 years, Mrs. Jones taught in the elementary school in Woodsville, N.H. For health reasons, Mrs. Jones moved to Milwaukee in 1999, to be near her daughter. Graveside services will be held at a later date in McIndoes Falls, Vt. Memorials in Mrs. Jones name may be directed to the American Heart Association, New England Affiliate, 20 Speen St. Framington, MA 01701.

, 88, of Island Pond, died peacefully on Nov. 20, 2007, in Newport. She was born Nov. 13, 1919, in Island Pond, a daughter of Joseph and Albina (Deslandes) Richard. On Jan. 17, 1941, she married Alton A. Lougee who predeceased her in 1976. Lougee was a clerk for Ted's Market in Island Pond for many years. She was a life member of the American Legion Auxillary in Island Pond and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxillary in Newport. She was also a life member of the Island Pond Historical Society and she was a member of the St. James Parish Club for many years. She enjoyed traveling to Florida, California, and different places with Community Circle. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and playing cards and bingo with her friends. She also enjoyed Friday night social at the Legion in Island Pond with her friends. She is survived by her children: Brian Lougee and his wife June of Island Pond and Florida, Richard Lougee and his wife Dorothy of Rutland, two grandchildren, Kenneth A. Lougee of Chittenden, and Barbara Lougee of Stowe, two great grandchildren, Morgan A. Lougee and Nathan R. Lougee, both of Chittenden, a brother Celestin Richard and his wife Genevive of Lyndonville, sisters-in-law, Ruth Dufour of Groveton, N.H., Phyllis Lowell of Gorham, N.H., and Geraldine DuFour of Island Pond. She was predeceased by three brothers and four sisters. A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2007, at St. James Catholic Church in Island Pond with the Rev. William Morgan celebrating a mass of Christian burial. Spring interment in Lakeside Cemetery, Island Pond. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Post 80 American Legion Auxillary Scholarship Fund, c/o Peggy Ortel, P.O. Box Island Pond, VT 05846.

, founder of the Village Sport Shop in Lyndonville, died peacefully on Tuesday after a year-long battle with brain cancer. He was 62. "He was an exceptional man," said his partner, Eileen Kreiling. "He was the kindest, finest gentleman I've ever met. I just wish I'd had more time with him." Hibshman got his bachelor's degree from Marietta College in Ohio. He then joined the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War. "After he got out of the Army, he moved up here," his daughter Carrie Tomczyk, said. When it came time to get a job he decided he'd like to work at a ski area. He got a job at Burke Mountain over the telephone. "Sight unseen," she said. He met Nancy Yerkes, whose parents had recently started the Darien Inn, and he started cutting cross country ski trails and started a ski touring center at the inn. "He'd do some bartending and run the touring center," Tomczyk said. In 1978, he and his wife started the Village Sport Shop. Nancy died from cancer in 2005. Tomczyk said she's not sure how the transition from touring center to the ski shop occurred. "I guess because there was a need," she said. "The first shop burned down a couple of years after he started it. I remember when it burned. It was arson," Tomczyk said. "If anything speaks to my father's true nature, it was that. He scooped up what he could find in the rubble and put it in a trailer and started selling burned skis and ice skates. He was amazing. He was able to say, 'well, we'll sell burned skis.' It was hilarious. In the face of anything, he'd just put his nose to the grindstone, one foot in front of the other and trudge through." Ken Fox was particularly missing his friend and hunting partner this week. "We always had a tradition, which was to go hunting on Thanksgiving morning. That was just our tradition. That's not going to be there anymore. He was one of my best friends, and we hunted for the last 20 some odd years together. John loved to hunt and fish. Whatever free time he had that's what he did. "He was a wonderful man," Fox said. "He was a businessman, and he always helped out with donations and different things in the community." Hibshman and Hugh Schultz became fast friends and fishing buddies. One day he told Schultz that he wasn't very successful when it came to catching rainbow trout. "I said, I'm successful. You want to go with us? We proceeded to really wail on the rainbow trout on Willoughby. From that point on, we really hit it off well," Schultz said. "We were both kind of misplaced surfers from the '60s up here in the Kingdom. We had to go a long ways to find a decent wave. It was always a good time. We had a lot of laughs. It's going to be hard, I'm going to miss him. I was just hunting, and John always came out to my camp. I'd look out through the woods and see a light, and he'd have a bottle of Crown Royal." He had a degree in chemistry, Tomczyk said. "He had a science mind." She also remembers him as fun-loving and very active in the lives of his children. She said there are no plans to sell the store, which she and her brother, Chris Hibshman, will continue to operate. "Oh, god no. We're just going to keep trying to grow it like he always did. It's an amazing thing to be handed down a successful business in this area. He put the store into a trust when my mom got sick. He started a living trust and made the store a limited liability company so if anything should happen to him he wanted it to be as simple as possible for us. We didn't think it would be this soon." She said that she and her brother have worked in the store all their lives. "We both have worked at the store since we've been old enough to have a job. It's been part of our lives almost our entire lives." "He was very much concerned with the outdoors and preserving the habitat and outdoors in order to perpetuate the things he knew so many people loved," Kreiling said. "The sports shop was such an extension of who he was. It was a friendly, caring place." Hibshman was a member of Ducks Unlimited and the Ruffed Grouse Society. A celebration of his life is being planned and will be announced at a later date.

, 62, of Lyndonville, died peacefully Tuesday morning, Nov. 20, 2007, at the home of his companion in Sheffield following a 12-month battle with cancer. His devotion to the Village Sport Shop was surpassed only by his love and devotion for his family. A celebration of John's life will be held Thursday, Nov. 29, 2007, at 1 p.m. at The Inn at Mountain View Farm on Darling Hill Road in East Burke. All are welcome to attend.

, 64, of Nashua, N.H., died at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack on Tuesday evening, Nov. 20, 2007. He was born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., on May 25, 1943, a son of the late Raymond John and Lucienne Gloria (Landry) LaChance. He was a longtime resident of New Hampshire. He was the husband of Joan Sylvia (Vigneault) LaChance, whom he married November 23, 1967. Mr. LaChance was an assembler at Sanders Associates at one time. He was a third-degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He also held membership in the American Legion and a local dart club. He enjoyed mountain biking, restoring antique cars, cooking and NASCAR races. Mr. LaChance was a United States Army veteran, serving until July of 1968. He was a member of St. Patrick Church in Nashua. Mr. LaChance was educated in Vermont and was a 1961 graduate of St. Johnsbury Academy. He was pre-deceased by his brother, Herbert LaChance, and a brother-in-law, George Bouffard. In addition to his wife of 40 years, survivors include a daughter, Nancy LaChance Moreau and her husband, Ken Moreau of Hollis, N.H.; a grandson, Cody Kenneth Moreau of Hollis; his brothers and sisters and their spouses: Gloria Bouffard of Hudson, N.H.; Dr. Paul and Therese LaChance of Princeton, N.J.; and Raymond and Laurette LaChance of Colchester, Vt.; his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Elaine Leddy of Exeter, N.H.; Dee Dee and Earl Bellis of Nashua; and Victor Vigneault of Sun City, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be on Sunday afternoon from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Davis Funeral Home, One Lock St., Nashua. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua. Friends are invited to attend. Interment prayers will follow in St. Louis Cemetery, Nashua. In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider a memorial donation to the Community Hospice House, 210 Naticook Road, Merrimack, NH 03054.

, age 105, a longtime resident of St. Johnsbury, passed away Thursday, Nov. 22, 2007, at the Canterbury Inn. The daughter of the late Truman Y. and Lillian (Plaisted) Marshall, she was born June 13, 1902, in Jefferson, N.H. She married Ray S. Clifford, who predeceased her on Feb. 12, 1966. Martha was the St. Johnsbury Public Health Nurse for 35 years. She was a member of the Mystic Star Chapter #29 Order of the Eastern Star. Martha is survived by a nephew, Huntley Marshall; three nieces: Mrs. John (Jo Anna) Hall of Danville; Barbara Louthan of Vernon, Conn.; Elaine Napier of Phoenix, Ariz.; several great-nieces and -nephews. Funeral services will be at 4 p.m. this afternoon, Saturday, Nov. 24, at the Grace United Methodist Church in St. Johnsbury with the Rev. John Marshall, officiant. Spring committal will be in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Martha's name to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate, P.O. Box 485, Williston, VT 05495.

, longtime Concord resident and wife of the late Van Irving Danforth, passed away early Friday, Nov. 23, 2007, at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H., at the age of 82. She was born in Hudson, Mass., on Nov. 5, 1925, the daughter of Elzeard and Louisa (Thibideau) Scott. Van died March 25, 1998. She is survived by their two children: Anita Wellman and her husband, Leonard 'Spike' of Lyndonville (159 Strawberry Hill, 05851); Armand 'Ponch' Danforth and hia wife, Laury of Rapid City SD (PMB 1426, 2040 West Main St., Ste 210, 57702), seven grandchildren and their families: Wendy, Holly, Shelley, and Teresa, Stephanie, Stacey, and Brandon; five great-grandchildren; Scott and Danforth in-laws; nieces and nephews; close present and former Concord friends, and neighbors at 58 Mt. Pleasant Street in St. Johnsbury, where she had lived for the past two years. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in the spring. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home Sunday afternoon from 2 to 4 p.m. Memorial contributions, made payable to Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital and marked for Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, could be directed to Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, attention Jim Flynn, PO Box 905, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, Sr., 88, of Richford and Barton, Vt. died Thanksgiving morning surrounded by his family and friends. John was born July 29, 1919, at home on Water Street in Newburyport, Mass. He was the son of the late John Henry Sheehan and Margaret (Stupavich-Harrison). John was a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps from 1936 to 1940 in Sutton, Vt. off Route 5. He was one of the many corpsmen who helped build roads to the Burke Mountain tower and the administration building on Burke Mountain, as well as Pageant Park and the Crystal Lake State Park and bath house in Barton. In the 1938-39 hurricane, he was very instrumental in the Caledonia County clean-up. He also worked at the US Bobbin and Shuttle in Sutton and retired from Ethan Allen in Orleans in 1982. Among his hobbies, he loved to work in his wood shop. He was a die-hard Red Sox fan, and he was able to see two World Series. He was also a fan of race car driver Jeff Gordon, the Dallas Cowboys and Notre Dame football. On July 19, 1941, he married Arabelle Violet Noyes, daughter of Herman H. Noyes Sr. and Mildred Holmes. Arabelle predeceased him in 1981, along with his oldest son, John Jr., in 1983. He is survived by his son Colin and his wife, Valerie Sheehan of Richford; and Helene and her husband, Lee Lavoie of Lyndonville; nine grandchildren; and three very special great-grandchildren, Mariah, P.J. and CarlyRae. He is also survived by many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and his very special in-laws, Harry and Gert Goodsell of Wells River, and Mary Noyes of St. Johnsbury. The family would like to thank his very special angels: Veronica Draper, who was a huge supporting angel to John and his family; and Janelle, Marie, Charlotte, Pauline, Audrey and Wanda from Franklin Home Health. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2007, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2007. Spring interment will be in St. Paul's Cemetery, Barton. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health or Franklin County Home Health/Hospice, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450, or the Jim Bashaw Fund, Franklin, VT 05457.

, 86, died suddenly at her home in Burlington, Vt. on Wednesday Nov. 21, 2007. She was born May 22, 1921, in Sherbrooke, Quebec, daughter of the late L. Arthur and Marie R. (Fournier) Royer. Survivors include three sisters: Marielle Shepard of Irasburg, Georgette Wilkins of St. Johnsbury, Vt., and Cecile Rainville Albiser and her husband, Louis "Fred" of St. Johnsbury; two brothers: Edgar Royer and his wife, Jeanne of St. Albans, Vt., and Ernest Royer and his wife, Christine of Barefoot Bay, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in St. Johnsbury.

, 69, died on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2007, at Cottage Hospital in Woodsville, N.H. He was born in Cromwell, Conn., Dec. 9, 1937, the son of Frank and Helen (Moskey) Czlapinski. John graduated from Vinyl Tech in Middletown, Conn. He married Patricia Fink on June 8, 1957. During his working career he had been employed as a carpenter, mechanic and maintenance person and retired from Bradford Pratt's in 2001. He lived most of his life in the Connecticut area until 1993, when John and Patricia moved to Newbury to build their log home, which was his dream. He was a member of the Elks club in Middletown, Conn., the Rod and Gun Club and Bench Warmers, both in Durham, Conn. John was an avid hunter and fisherman until his later years, when he simply enjoyed watching wildlife in his front yard. He enjoyed working in his garden, riding his John Deere tractors and growing orchids. John was a Red Sox enthusiast and enjoyed building his own homes and furniture. He was an inspiration to his family and was loved by many. John was predeceased by three sisters and three brothers. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Patricia Czlapinski, of Newbury; two daughters and their families: Sherrill Janeiro and her husband, Frank of Mystic, Conn., and their two daughters, Cynthia and Amanda Janeiro; and Christine Fazzio of Newbury and her son, Nicholas Fazzio; two great-grandchildren, Keagan and Austin Janeiro; three sisters: Elizabeth Atkinson of Durham, Conn.; Lucille Olszewski of Torrington, Conn.; and Maryann Fuchs of Stratford, Conn.; two brothers: Francis Czlapinski of Deep River, Conn.; and Edward Czlapinski, of New Britain, Conn.; a sister-in-law, Connie Czlapinski; of New Britain, Conn.; a brother-in-law, Paul Fink and his wife, Betty of Canaan; a sister-in-law Gloria Calverley and her husband, Clifford of Little River, S.C.; several nieces, nephews and cousins. At John's request there will be no calling hours or funeral services. Memorial contributions can be made to the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department, 103 South Main Street, Waterbury, VT 05671, or the Woodsville Ambulance Service, PO box 101, Woodsville, NH 03785.

, 55, died suddenly at his North Danville, Vt. home Thursday morning, Nov. 22, 2007. He was born April 5, 1952 in Morrisville, Vt., the only son of the late Roy D. and Maude (Churchill) Salls. Ronald was raised in Elmore, graduated from Peoples Academy in Morrisville, and had lived in Danville for the past 30 years. For over 20 years he worked at EHV-Weidmann Industries in St. Johnsbury and had been the group leader in the fabrication department. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and boating, which he enjoyed sharing with his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife of 20 years, Joyce (Ingle) Salls of Danville; four daughters: Salli Tetreault and her husband, Noel of Newark; Sandra Barrett and her husband, Travis of Waterford; Star Brown of St. Johnsbury; and Shanta Dolan and her husband, Joe of New York; 14 grandchildren, Eli, Levi, Eden, Kaolin, Solstice, Thyme, Finnegan, Brahms, ODaiya, Piper, Julia, Jamie, Katie, and Kyle; two sisters, Phyllis Emerson of Wolcott, and June Wood of Newport; nieces and nephews; and his three canine companions, Buzzy, Buddy, and Kloie. A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, Nov. 25 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the North Danville Community Center located beside the North Danville Baptist Church. All are welcome to attend.

, 90, of Ingerson Road, Jefferson, N.H., died Sunday, Nov. 25, 2007, at Weeks Medical Center, Lancaster, N.H. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 27, afternoon and evening from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. at St. Agnes Church, Jefferson. A complete obituary will be in tomorrow's edition.

, 85, of Wells River, Vt., died at Saratoga Hospital, Saratoga, N.Y., following a brief illness. She was born in Westborough, Mass, Feb. 26, 1922, a daughter of Archibald and Ethel (Blood) Buxton. She served as a first lieutenant from Dec. 20, 1944, to Dec. 31, 1946, with the Nurse Army Corps during World War II. She was employed as a nurse at Franklin General Hospital in Valley Stream, N.Y., until her retirement. In 1984, along with her husband they moved to Wells River. Ellen was a communicant of St. Eugene's Catholic Church and a member of the Altar Society. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph P. Griffin, on May 4, 1998; a sister, Barbara Heath; and two brothers, Robert and Richard Buxton. Survivors include three daughters, Mary Ellen LeDesma of Salinas, Calif., Patricia Olsen of Hadley, N.Y., and Barbara Imarata of Baton Rouge, La.; five grandchildren; one great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews. A calling hour will be Thursday, Nov. 29, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, Nov. 30, at 11 a.m., in St. Eugene's Catholic Church, Center Street, Wells River, with Father Phillip LaMothe officiating. Burial in Wells River Cemetery will follow the service. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Eugene's Catholic Church, P.O. Box 357, Wells River, VT 05081.

, infant son of John and Cate (Barrett) Daigneault of Lyndonville, (136 Heritage Lane, 05851), Vt., died Friday Nov. 23, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, Vt., due to complications of a congenital heart defect. He was born Oct. 17, 2007, in Littleton, N.H. From the moment Jacob entered this world, he slipped into many hearts and touched many lives. Besides his parents, other survivors include his maternal grandparents, Ron and Mattie (Lyster) Barrett of Lyndonville; his great grandmother, Priscilla (Wilkins) Barrett of St. Johnsbury; his paternal grandparents, Paul and Judy (Kinerson) Daigneault of Passumpsic, Vt.; his great-grandparents, Irene Kinerson of West Barnet, Vt., and Gerald and Judy Daigneault of St. Johnsbury; his aunts and uncles, Matt Barrett and fiance Kim Guertin of Colorado, Andy Barrett and Kandis Hovland of St. Johnsbury, Kim Barrett and Jeramie McBey of Monroe, N.H., and Aaron Daigneault and Tracey Gochie of Passumpsic; many great aunts, uncles, and cousins; and close family friends, Eric and Jen Kierstead of Island Pond. A funeral Mass will be held Friday, Nov. 30 at 11 a.m., at St. John the Evangelist Church in St. Johnsbury with the Rev. Patrick Foreman celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call on the family Thursday evening from 6 to 8 at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be directed to Children's Heart Fund, Development Office at Children's Hospital, 300 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA 02115.

, age 73, passed away surround by her family Thursday, Nov. 22, 2007, at a local hospital. She was a resident of Santa Rosa County for the last 22 years, and was a native of Vermont. She was a devoted member of the Methodist faith. Mrs. Revere was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was adored by her family and many admired her and sought her counsel. Mrs. Revere is survived by her husband, Paul Revere; her son, Jimmy Revere; her daughters, Paula (James) Fisher, Kathy (Bobby) Gates, and Laura (Rusty) Leonard; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-great grandchildren; a sister, Sharon Brooks; a brother, Lester Fuller Jr.; and a host of loving friends. The funeral service for Mrs. Revere will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2007, at Lewis Funeral Home Navarre Chapel, Milton, Fla. Burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery.

, 90, of Ingerson Road, Jefferson, N.H., died Sunday, Nov. 25, 2007, at Weeks Medical Center, Lancaster, N.H. Mr. Brady was born in Berlin, N.H., on Dec. 22, 1916, the son of Wilbrod and Adele (Dumont) Brady. James attended Guardian Angel School and was a graduate of Berlin High School. In 1938, he married Eleanor R. Cantell of Groveton, N.H. They moved to Jefferson in 1941. This past summer, they celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary. He was a pioneer in the tourism industry, starting Six Gun City, the western theme park in Jefferson in 1957. Six Gun City celebrated its 50th anniversary this year. Jim was an Eagle Scout, a member of the Order of the Arrow and was later a scout master of Troop 218 in Jefferson for over three decades. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed camping, skiing, dog sledding, fishing and working with leather and wood. He was a communicant of St. Agnes Catholic Church, Jefferson. Family members include his wife, Eleanor; his children, Lawrence, George and his wife, Cynthia, Jane, Richard, James Jr. and his wife, Mary Ellen, Michael, Karen, and Thomas; a sister, Mary Jane Durdan; his grandchildren, Mark, Anne, Patrick, Christine, Richard Jr., Sarah, Ellen, and Kerry; 10 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a granddaughter, Melissa; and a sister, Grace Brady PM. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday afternoon and evening, Nov. 27, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. at St. Agnes Church, Jefferson. The Rev. Raymond Ball, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Lancaster. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the St. Agnes Catholic Church Fuel Fund, Main Street, Lancaster, NH 03584 c/o All Saints Parish.

, 68, died at the JFK Hospital in Lake Worth, Fla., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007, following a long illness. June was born in Whitefield, N.H., on March 5, 1939, the daughter of Kenneth and Anna (Brooks) Smith of Dalton, N.H. June spent half of her life in Dalton and her remaining years were divided between Littleton, N.H. and Lake Worth, Fla. She enjoyed traveling, reading, sewing, embroidery, cross-stitch and made several lovely items for family members and friends. She particularly loved her grandchildren and her boxer dogs, Brindle and Bruno. June leaves her husband, Vincent Probst, of Lake Worth, Fla.; a daughter, Heidi Driscoll of Lancaster, N.H.; three sons, Mark Driscoll and his wife, Donna of Littleton, N.H., Edward "Mooch" Driscoll and his wife, Penny of Dalton, N.H. and Teddy Driscoll of Lake Worth, Fla.; a sister, Lorraine Fougere and her husband, Neri, of Littleton, N.H.; eight grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a granddaughter, Randi Wolf, in 2005. A memorial service for June will be held at the Dalton Congregational Church on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2007, at 2:30 p.m. A gathering of family and friends will immediately follow the service. Memorial donations may be made to the following: The American Cancer Society, 2 Commerce Dr., Suite 110, Bedford, NH 03110 or The NH SPCA, P.O. Box 196, Stratham, NH 03885.

, 79, of Lague Lane, Barre, Vt., died peacefully Thursday, Nov. 22, 2007, at home with her family by her side. Born June 8, 1928, in Pittsburgh, Pa., she was the daughter of John and Evelyn (Bruya) Watt. She graduated from Spaulding High School in the Class of 1947. On Feb. 3, 1949, she married Orville Canton Jr. in Barre, where they made their home before moving to Barre Town. He died in October of 1981. On Dec. 7, 1988, she married Robert Louis Watson. They continued to make their home in Barre Town. He died Dec. 27, 2004. A homemaker, she was a devoted wife, mother and daughter. Kathryn lovingly cared for her parents in their later years. Her happiest years were spent with her husband, Robert Watson, traveling or spending time together at home with her family. For several years, she worked for the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, and Barre Area Development. In earlier years, she attended St. Monica Catholic Church in Barre. Survivors include her son, Ronald Canton and his wife, Cecile of North Stratford, N.H.; her daughter, Karen O'Hara and her husband, stephen of South Barre, Vt.; a daughter-in-law, Francine Canton of Morgan; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; several stepchildren; and nieces, nephews and cousins. Two sons, Bernard Canton and Gary Canton predeceased her. A service of remembrance will be held Saturday, Dec. 1, 2007, at noon in the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy St., Barre. Interment will take place in Hope Cemetery in Barre. There are no calling hours. Following the service, friends may join the family for a time of fellowship and luncheon at the Hilltop Restaurant on Quarry Hill in Barre Town. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641.

, 78, of Littleton, N.H., passed away on Friday, Nov. 23, 2007, at his home on Mann's Hill Road. Bud was born on April 21, 1929, a son to Elmer and Lillian (Ross) Jackson, in Littleton, N.H. He attended area schools and was a corporal in the U.S. Army. Bud was a plumber and worked for Cyr Heating and Plumbing for many years. He was a member of the V.F.W. Howard Shawney Post 816 as well as the Elks Lodge. Surviving family members include his wife of almost 54 years, Doris (Sanborn) Jackson of Littleton, N.H.; one daughter, Sarah (Jackson) Gingue of North Stratford, N.H.; two brothers, Alan Jackson and Tim Jackson, both of Littleton, N.H.; three sisters, Jean Miller of Littleton, N.H., Beth Bourassa of Florida, and Gloria Simonds of Contoocook, N.H.; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Nov. 30 at 1:30 p.m. at the Durrell Methodist Church, Main Street, Bethlehem, N.H., with the Rev. Richard Hanson officiating. Burial will be in the Maple Street Cemetery in Bethlehem, N.H. in the spring.

died peacefully on Saturday evening, Nov. 24, 2007, at the Grafton County Nursing Home, Haverhill, N.H., where she had resided for the last several years due to illness. Ruth was born in Topsham, Vt., on Jan. 26, 1934. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, and worked as a CNA for New Hampshire Home Health. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Maurice George Hesseltine, of Lyman, N.H.; by her children and their families, Maurice Hesseltine, Jr. of Orlando, Fla., Gary Hesseltine of Carsonville, Mich., Susan Toney of Monroe, N.H., Mark Hesseltine of Woodsville, N.H., and Eric Hesseltine of Lisbon, N..H.; and by her many grandchildren. A private family service will be held at the Center Cemetery in Lyman. Memorial contributions may be made in Ruth's name to the Activities Department, c/o Grafton County Nursing Home, Home Association, 3855 Dartmouth College Highway, North Haverhill, NH 03774-4909.

, 65, of Ryegate Road, Wells River, Vt., died Nov. 27, 2007, at Grafton County Nursing Home, North Haverhill, N.H., following an extended illness. He was born in Groton, Vt., April 13, 1942, the son of Leslie Percival and Hazel Ellen (Hanchett) Bixby. Butch was a life-long Groton/Wells River resident who early in his working career was employed in the construction field with various companies, and for several years he had been a self-employed logger. Since age 16, Butch built and drove race cars. He enjoyed camping and socializing at the local garages, parts stores, and barber shop. He married Mary Jean Rutledge on Sept. 13, 1963. Survivors include his wife, Mary Jean Bixby of Wells River; three daughters, Lorrie Welch and husband Duane of North Concord, Vt., Connie Smith and husband Merritt of North Haverhill, N.H., and Karen Farquharson and husband Scott of East Ryegate, Vt.; seven grandchildren, Brandon and Tonya Welch, Brian and Andrew Smith, and Kyle, Jordan, and Trevor Farquharson; as well as one great-granddaughter Hailey Williams. Calling hours will be Sunday, Dec. 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. The funeral service will be on Monday, Dec. 3 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home with Pastor Glenn Hatch officiating. Burial in Groton Village Cemetery will be in the spring. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grafton County Nursing Home, 3855 Dartmouth College Highway, North Haverhill, NH, 03774.