SHELBURNE - Mae N. Corbett, 83, longtime resident of Burlington, died Monday, May 24, 2010, in the Vermont Respite House in Williston, following a lingering illness. Mae was born Feb. 3, 1926 in Albany, N.Y., the only child of Henry Loring Johnson and Nina Mae (Van Cott) Johnson. They moved to Burlington in 1937 and she graduated from Edmunds High School in 1943. She worked at Basin Harbor Club summers and fondly remembered once giving Joe Dimaggio a dance lesson when he was a guest. She attended the University of Vermont for two years where she was in the Delta Delta Delta sorority. Mae met her husband, Joe Corbett, in 1950 while Mae was employed in the Waterman building as secretary to the Dean of Administration at UVM, and Joe was making sales calls for the George Little Press. They were married in 1952 in St. Patricks Chapel, Cathedral of Immaculate Conception, and honeymooned in Bermuda. They loved to travel together, visiting Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, Jamaica, Virgin Islands, Scotland, Germany, England, Ireland, Belgium, Yugoslavia, France, and Spain. Many happy times were spent with family and friends at the ski chalet Mae and Joe designed together and had built in 1963 in Stowe. They also enjoyed the Lake Mansfield Trout Club where Mae could often be seen immersed in a book on the porch while Joe and her boys were out on the Lake trying to catch fish. They partially wintered many years on Captiva Island in Florida, where they made many new friends and connected with other Burlington snow birds. Mae was an active volunteer over the years for Meals on Wheels, UVM's Fleming Museum, school PTA programs, as well as a member of the Klifa club. She was a great lover of art, nature, gardening, dogs and particularly savored good conversation with friends and family. In addition to her husband of 58 years, Joseph Edward Corbett, Mae is survived by her four sons: Joseph E. Corbett, Jr. M.D. and his wife Jean and their sons, Joseph III, James, John, and Jeffrey; Bruce L. Corbett and his wife Maureen and their daughters, Rachel and Julie; Peter M. Corbett and his children Noah and Rebekah; and Ned J. Corbett and his wife Tracy and their children, Cory "Jake" and Grace. There will be visiting hours at Corbin & Palmer Funeral Home, on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 71 S. Union St., Burlington from 4 to 6 p.m. Services will be on Wednesday, June 2 at 10 a.m. at Christ the King Church, Locust Street, Burlington with reception to follow at the Burlington Country Club. In lieu of flowers, please make donations or gifts to the VT Respite House in Williston, VT.

ST. ALBANS - Allen Bruce Corliss, 89, died peacefully on Sept. 18, 2010 following a lingering illness. He was born Aug. 30, 1921 to Allene (Soule) Corliss and Bruce R. Corliss, and attended schools in St. Albans and Fairfield, Curtis School, and Eaglebrook School and subsequently attended and graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1941. He enlisted in the United States Army Air Corp in June 1941 and served in the 8th Air Force in Trinidad and the United Kingdom. Following the war, he attended the Vermont State School of Agriculture. Allen married Kathlyn Miller in 1948 in St. Luke's Church, St. Albans. He farmed the Buck Hollow Farm in Fairfax for many years, and later worked at Green Mountain Animal Hospital in Burlington, and American Animal Hospital, South Gate Animal Clinic in Sarasota, Fla. He was also involved with Corliss Realty and the development of Butler Island. As a long-time resident of Franklin County, he had a strong interest in local and state history and was active in local historical societies. Allen spent years, many before the computer age, researching family ancestors in cemeteries, town records, and through letters, recording not only names and dates, but human interest stories as well. He leaves behind a legacy that will long be treasured by the family. Single-handedly, he restored a neglected cemetery in Fairfield, thus inspiring the town to do the same thing for other old cemeteries. A great conversationalist, Allen was known for his sense of humor. He is survived by a son, Bruce H. Corliss, and Teresa Corliss, of Durham, N.C.; daughter, Corliss Blakely, and Barry Hickok, of St. Albans; daughter, Julie Dennis of Fairfax, Va.; sisters, Jane LaRock and Marguerite Hayes of Burlington; and grand- children, Anna K. Corliss, Bruce A. Corliss, Mark Trenholm, Ivanete Trenholm, and Elliott Palmer. He was predeceased by his wife, Kathlyn M. Corliss, who died in 1990. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010 at 2 p.m. in the Heald Funeral Chapel, 87 South Main Street. The Reverend Mr. James Ballard, Deacon at St. Luke's Episcopal Church will officiate. Interment will follow in the family lot in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 3300 East Sunrise Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718.

ST. ALBANS/ BURLINGTON - Steven N. Costello, 46, of St. Albans died in the line of duty on Friday, July 30, 2010 in Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. He was a 23 year veteran of the Burlington Fire Department. He was born in Abington, Pa. on Dec. 13, 1963. He graduated from Colchester High School and on March 12, 1993 he was married in Derry, N.H. to Hilda Lowd. Steve started his fire fighting career as a volunteer for the Colchester Center Fire Department and joined the Burlington Fire Department on Nov. 23, 1987. He was also a member of the Burlington Fire Fighter's Association, IFF Local 3044. Steve was a devoted husband and son and a loving father to his two children. His family was his life, which he enjoyed to the fullest while vacationing at the Jersey Shore, biking or just sitting on the floor playing Star Wars. He also had a great sense of humor and was a polished prankster. He is survived by his wife Hilda S.Costello of St. Albans; his two children, Alicia S. Costello and Christopher C. Costello both of St. Albans; his mother and stepfather, Nancy and Richard Colby of Charlotte; a brother, Daniel Costello, Jr. of Burlington; a sister, Cheryl and husband Corey Landrum of Tappahannock, Va.; his father, Daniel Costello, Sr. of Richmond, Va.; also several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010 at 11 a.m. in the Ira Allen Chapel on the University of Vermont Campus. Parking with shuttle provided will be at the Gutterson Field Parking Lot. If lot is full, you will be redirected to another University lot. Private committal services will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Steven Costello Family Fund, c/o the Merchants Bank, 164 College St., Burlington, VT 05401. Visiting hours will be on Monday from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Ready Funeral Home South Chapel, 261 Shelburne Rd., Burlington.

ELIZABETH TOWN, N.Y. - In the morning hours of Christmas Eve, Gertrude died peacefully after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease joining her husband and parents. She was born on Feb. 16, 1918 to Aldea (Poulin) and Leonard Rheaume in Canada. Then she moved to the United States. She lived in Addison County and where she met her husband Henry who predeceased her. She lived in Burlington her adult life where she worked various jobs. She also raised nine children, Ronald and Mary Shacket of Bristol, Vt., Henry Jr. and his companion Jill Welch of North Carolina, Connie Lozell and her companion Jeff Charboneau of Colchester, Vt., Robert and Marlene Cota of Burlington, Joyce and David Hance of Westport, N.Y., Richard and Diane Cota of Colchester, Darlene Cota and her companion Fredrick Senghas of Burlington, Charlene Cota and her fiance George Davis of Burlington, and James Cota of Burlington; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-greatgrandchildren. A private memorial service will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes to donate to Alzheimer's Disease in hope to find a cure.

HINESBURG - Raymond Leo Cote, Sr., 67, of Hinesburg died unexpectedly in Fletcher Allen Heath Care on Aug. 27, 2010. He was born in Bristol, Conn. May 5, 1943 the son of Joseph and Jeanne Cote. He grew up in Jonesville, attending Richmond Elementary and then Rice High School. For a brief time he worked for HP Hood in Beverly, Mass. He returned to Vermont and began a long career as a VT Transit Bus Driver. Most recently he worked for the State of VT Highway Department, New Haven Garage. He was a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and avid outdoorsman, logger, and ox teamster. He leaves behind his wife, Helen, of 48 years; four children, Raymond Jr. and his wife Lynne, Stephen, Melanie, and Terri and her husband Neal Senecal; eight beloved grandchildren, Ashley, Bailey, Lily, Morgan, Ethan, Joseph, Gavin, Jacques; and special little nephew, Jared. He also leaves behind three sisters, Jeannine Hopkins, Jeannette and her husband Normand Nadeau, Rita Kangas; a brother, Philippe; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; two brothers, Rene and Robert; and two brother-inlaws, Harold Hopkins and Aimo Kangas. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Sept. 1, 2010 at 10 a.m. at the Holy Rosary Church, Richmond. Interment will follow in the Holy Rosary Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Gifford Funeral Home, 22 Depot Street, Richmond. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Raymond's memory may be made to the VT Right to Life Committee or The Boy Scouts of America-Green Mountain Council. A special Thank You to St. Michael's EMS, Dr's Smith & Herrington, Fr. Tim Sullivan, RN's, RT and EMT's, for your outstanding compassion in treating our family.

ESSEX - Yvan "Ski" Cote, 65, passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2010 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. Ski was born on Apr. 4, 1945 in Quebec City, Quebec to the late Maurice and Fernande (Sevigny) Cote. In 1952 the family moved to a farm in Addison, Vt. Ski attended Addison Central School and Vergennes High School. After high school, Ski joined the United States Marine Corps and served in Vietnam. Upon conclusion of his military service, Ski worked in the structural steel erection industry in the D.C. area and played an integral role in the construction of many commercial buildings. In 1970, he returned to Vermont and, with his brother, Michael formed a steel erection and rigging company called Cote Contractors, Inc. After leaving Cote Contractors, in 1987 Ski started his own steel erection company, CSE Incorporated. He built CSE into a very successful company through his strong work ethic and personality and he was proud of the high standards that were evident in the finished product. He was a man of no pretense - what you saw was who he was. He could be gruff, stubborn and harsh. But behind that rough exterior was the proverbial heart of gold. Although he retired in 2003, he was and always will be the heart of CSE. He is survived by his son, Greg Cote of Boston, Mass., and a daughter, Michele Barber of Anchorage, Alaska, his brothers, Marc Cote of Essex Jct. and Giles Cote of Colorado, his four sisters, Marie Hebert Parent of Shoreham, Lucille Schnettler of Cicero, N.Y., Celine Tebbets of Weybridge and Claire Cookman of Orwell, numerous nieces and nephews. Ski was also predeceased by his brother and former business partner, Michael Cote. Consistent with the ethic instilled in him by his family (his father, in particular), Ski positively impacted our community in a variety of ways and the many buildings he constructed stand as monuments symbolizing his success in this regard. One of those buildings is the New Pavilion at the Fletcher Allen Hospital in Burlington where he died. Ironically, this is not only the final building project he worked on, but also the location of his death. While his passing leaves a void in our hearts, the generosity of his own heart will fill that empty space so he will always be with us. He contributed a lot of laughter and love to his friends and family. He will be greatly missed by those who knew him as a father, friend or co-worker. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, May 20, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at the A. W. Rich Funeral Home - Essex Chapel. A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 21, 2010 at 6 p.m. at A. W. Rich Funeral Home - Essex Chapel with the Reverend Joe Moore officiating. Inurnment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Ski's memory may be made to the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, 825 College Blvd., Suite 102, PMB 609, Oceanside, Calif. 92057. Arrangements are by John D. Workman, A. W. Rich Funeral Home - Essex Chapel 57 Main Street, Essex Jct., Vt. 05452.

BURLINGTON - Catherine L. Couillard, 87, of Burlington, died peacefully at home on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010 surrounded by her family following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Burlington on Sept. 24, 1923 the daughter of the late Raymond Ploof, Sr. and Dorothy Gelinas. On Aug. 14, 1950 she was married to Bernard J. Couillard Sr. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Church in Burlington. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in August. Catherine is survived by her husband, Bernard J. Couillard Sr. of Burlington; their children, Bernard J. Couillard, Jr. and wife Judith of Underhill, Daniel F. Couillard and wife Kathryn of Colchester, Dorothy L. Curiano and husband Paul of Bayville, N.Y.; four grandchildren, Jennifer Seward of Rutland, Laura Martin and husband Alex of Williston, Michael Couillard and wife Giovanna of Philadelphia, Pa., and Amanda Cashin and husband Cory of Colchester; four great-grandchildren, Morgan Seward, Blaine, Caleb, and Sophia Martin; also by 10 siblings, Richard Ploof, Sr., Ray Ploof, Charlie Ploof, Sr., Jim Ploof, Sr., Oliver Ploof, Lucy Ploof, Edward Ploof, Sr., Pam Gagnon, Margie Limacher, and Pat Ploof. She was predeceased by four siblings, Leo Ploof, Calvin Ploof, Sr., Phyllis Devoid, and Helen "Sis" Thayer. Catherine was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her strong faith was her lifelong passion. She enjoyed the simple things in life such as bingo, yahtzee, poker, ceramics and CB radio communications (aka "Cute Cathy"). Her sense of humor, smile, and love will be missed by all who knew her. A family Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010 at 11 a.m. in St. Mark's Church, North Ave., Burlington with burial to follow in Resurrection Park Cemetery, So. Burlington. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Catherine's memory may be made to the VNA or Hospice of the Champlain Valley, 1110 Prim Rd., Colchester, VT 05446 or to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

BRISTOL - Paul Henry Cousino, 89, died April 1, 2010, at Starr Farm Nursing Center following a long illness. Paul was born on March 15, 1921, in Monkton, Vt. to Felix and Delia (Provoncha) Cousino. Paul was the second child of Felix and Delia and spent his childhood on the family farm in Bristol. He married Alice M. Gevry June 23, 1945, in St. Joseph's Cathedral in Burlington. Together they purchased the family farm and lived there until 1969, when they retired from farming. They worked together as a family to build a successful dairy farm and provided their children with many opportunities to work and play together. Paul and Alice welcomed their extended families for Sunday dinners for many years, creating wonderful memories for all. Paul then began working as a contractor and electrician in the Burlington area after he and Alice moved to Williston. Paul and Alice retired to Bristol in 1985, making a new family home next to their former farm. They enjoyed 18 winters in Florida and spent much time with brothers, sisters and their spouses, who also wintered in Florida. During his years in Bristol, he served on the Bristol High School Board of Education. He was a communicant of St. Ambrose Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Paul was a devoted son, husband, father and grandfather, always making time for others and making him self available to help family and friends whenever he could. He possessed a gentle, kind spirit that was loved and admired by all who knew him. He was predeceased by his parents; his brothers Raymond and Lawrence; and sisters, Edith Cousino, Belle LeCours, and Mary Bolduc. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Alice and their five children, Rodrique (Michelle) of Bristol, Leonard (Deborah) of Waterbury, Richard (Jane) of Leland, Miss., Garry and (Cynthia) of Bristol and Mary Jane (Richard) Lefebvre of Williston. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; and three step-grandchildren. In addition to their children, Paul and Alice raised Alice's youngest sister, Cecile. She went to live with them from the age of seven and they were like parents to her and grandparents to her children. Cecile and her husband Richard Young reside in Sun City Center, Fla. Paul is survived by his brother Robert, and numerous cousins and nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend their thanks to the staff at Starr Farm Nursing Center for their wonderful care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Ambrose Caring Community. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 7, at 11 a.m. by Rev. Pierre Lavallee. Burial will follow at Mt. St. Joseph's Cemetery.

, 40, died on Jan. 13, 2010, in Burlington, after a long and courageous battle with a congenital heart condition. His mother, Nancy Cousino, and his brother, Marc Cousino were with him when he died. Matthew bravely faced his heart condition, living life to the fullest in the company of his family and friends. As Matthew grew weaker, his brother Marc stepped in as his support person, helping Matthew to remain independent until the end. A few days before he died he mentioned how glad he was to have Marc's support. Matthew was born on Dec. 27, 1969, in Burlington, to John and Nancy Cousino in the middle of a large snowstorm. He graduated from Rice Memorial High School in 1987. Matty worked for many years in Burlingtonarea restaurants, including Carbur's Restaurant, and was well known for his hard work ethic and talent with food preparation. He was most recently employed at Vermont Pub and Brewery until his health failed to the point where he could no longer work. Matty loved spending an evening with good friends, having fun and watching movies. He was also an avid reader. He was fond of cats, and had a special one named Miserable who lived with him for 20 years. Matthew is survived by his loving mother, Nancy A. Cousino; his brothers Stephen J. Cousino (Susan) and Marc B. Cousino; as well as eight nieces and nephews whom he liked to take shopping at bookstores and for hot chocolate. He was predeceased by his father John C. Cousino. Matthew leaves several aunts, uncles, and his very special aunt, Ginny Deutschbein, of N.Y. He is also survived by his stepmother, Susan M. Cousino, of Fla.; stepsister Laurie Blanchette, of N.H.; and stepbrother Jay Urwin of N.C. In addition, Matty will be greatly missed by his special friends Zara Vincent and Ed Luce. The family would like to thank the many health care professionals who have cared for Matt over the years, as well as the Burlington Fire Department and their fine ambulance service. There will be a memorial service celebrating Matthew's life on Friday, Jan. 22, at the United Pentecostal Church in Jericho, Vt., at 11 a.m., officiated by his brother, Reverend Stephen Cousino. Donations in Matthew's memory may be made to the American Heart Association at 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495-2073, or Spectrum Youth and Family Services at 31 Elmwood Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401.

SOUTH BURLINGTON - Stella L. Cousino, 79, of South Burlington died peacefully Monday, Feb. 15, 2010 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born in Burlington on July 25, 1930, the daughter of Joseph and Marie (Compagna) Danis. On Nov. 22, 1951, Stella married Ralph E. Cousino in St. Anthony's Church. Mr. Cousino predeceased her on March 29, 1997. She had been employed for over 23 years at Orchard School as a cook. She was a member of St. Anthony's Parish. Stella is survived by her six children and their spouses, Joseph and Cynthia Cousino of South Burlington, David and Debbie Cousino of Essex, Barbara and David Lamonda of South Burlington, Lauretta and Tom Tomchak of Ariz., Lisa Cousino of Fla., and Marguerite Cousino of Burlington; her grandchildren, Joseph Cousino, Bryan Cousino, Heather and Brett Lamonda and Katelyn Tomchak; a sister, Claire Hallenbeck of N.Y., and many nieces and nephews. Stella was also predeceased by her parents; a sister, Jean; and a brother, Lucien. There will be no visiting hours. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Feb. 27, 2010 at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church on Flynn Ave. Burial will be private for the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association , 1 Kennedy Dr., Suite L8, South Burlington, VT 05403 or the American Cancer Society , 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

BURLINGTON - Annette Corinne Couture, 96, a longtime resident of Burlington died Jan. 2, 2010. Annette was born in Providence, R.I., daughter of Narcisse J. B. and Corinne (Sorel) Couture. She was employed as a seamstress for 43 years for O. L. Hines, Burlington Dress Co. and Maternities Inc.; and was a lifelong member of Saint Joseph Parish . She was an avid Skip-Bo player and enjoyed games with family and many dear friends over the years. Together with her twin sister, Anita, they made by hand over 40,000 rosaries, which were sent to various parishes and schools in the United States and missions abroad. Annette will be missed by all those whose lives she touched. She was a shining example of faith, and a role model to many for accepting life's challenges with grace. Annette is survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was predeceased by two brothers, Edward and Albert Couture; and three sisters, her twin, Anita Couture, and Cecile Lusignan and Bertha A. Provencher. The family would like to extend thanks for the kindess and care she received from the staff at Pillsbury Manor North. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Tues. Jan. 5 in Saint Joseph Co-Cathedral with interment to follow in New Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours will in the Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Home, 85 North Winooski Avenue from 2 to 4 p.m. on Monday. Contributions may be made to Saint Joseph Co-Cathedral, 85 Elmwood Avenue, Burlington , Vt. 05401 or to the sisters of Mercy, 100 Mansfield Avenue, Burlington, Vt. 05401.

BURLINGTON - Donald A. Couture, 90, of Stanbury Rd. died on Sunday, January 3, 2010, in Fletcher Allen Health Care. He was born in Montpelier on Nov. 15, 1919, the son of Aldie and Celia (Dague) Couture. In 1946, he was married in Burlington to Rita C. Remillard. She predeceased him on July 30, 2009. He was a member of St. Mark's Parish. Donald was employed as a draftsman at General Electric from 1949 until his retirement in 1981. He is survived by two sons and their spouses, Stephen H. and wife Kathleen Couture of Southwick, Mass. and Jeffrey D. and wife Virginia Couture of Hinesburg; four grandchildren, Allison Scherich and husband Nathan, Kevin Couture and wife Talitha, Leigh Couture and Taryn Couture; a brother Merton Couture and wife Edna of Holyoke, Mass.; a sister Ernestine Trombly of St. Albans. He was predeceased by a brother Harold Couture; sisters, Doris Wright, Violet Navratil, Viola Yandow, Dorothy Gore, Amelia Leclerc and Margaret Bassette. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, January 8, 2010, at 10 a.m. in St. Mark's Roman Catholic Church. Burial will follow in New Mount Calvary Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Palliative Care Unit at Fletcher Allen Health Care, Development Office, 4610H4, 1 South Prospect St., Burlington, Vt. 05401.

EAST ALBURGH - Emery Robert "Pete" Couture, age 71 years, died unexpectedly, Monday, July 5, 2010 from a sudden heart attack. A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at 11 a.m. from The Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Ave, Swanton, (802-868-3331). The Rev. Dr. Marguerite C. Gage, pastor of Saint Paul's United Methodist Church, St. Albans, will officiate. Interment will take place later at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday morning from 10 a.m. until the hour of the funeral. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, gifts in Pete's memory be made to assist the family with expenses at Key Bank, c/o Judith Couture, 201 Swanton Rd., St. Albans, VT 05478.

BURLINGTON - After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Gregory R. Couture, 48, died on Sept. 17, 2010 at his home in Burlington surrounded by family and close friends. Greg was extremely adventurous, living life to the fullest, even in the most challenging of times. He was born on Tyndall AFB in Panama City, Fla. on May 21, 1962 the son of Richard N. and Patricia J. (Lendway) Couture. He attended Christ the King School, Rice Memorial High School and UVM. He then moved to Maui where he began experiencing life's adventures. He loved telling stories and traveling, as evidenced by the back- packing trips he took thru Europe and New Zealand. Greg's relationship with family and friends, especially his daughters was his highest priority. He was an active member of the community. He was a former boardmember of the Boys & Girls Club and the Vascular Birthmark Assoc. He was a founding member of the Vermont Sports Council, and actively participated in fundraising events for the American Heart Assoc., and Cancer Patients Support Program. Greg was well-known in the area, having been a realtor for a number of years. He worked for Lang Assoc. from 1987 to 2005, founded GoDirect Realty and then formed a partnership with Mike Conroy to launch ConroyCouture Realty. He is survived by his daughters, Makena and Hana Couture; their mother, Andrea; his parents, Patricia and Richard of So. Burlington; his siblings and their families, Suzanne Letourneau, her husband Donald, their children Lindsay, Kaitlin, Jennifer, and Emily, Katherine Leary, her husband Christie, their children Nicholas and Alexandria, Joanne Drouin, her husband Brian, their children Kylie, Jonathan, and Meghan, Michael, his wife Melissa, their children Reed and Samuel; his maternal grandmother, Marion Lendway; a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins he enjoyed interacting with over the course of his life. Greg was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Alfred and Marguerite Couture; and by his maternal grandfather Joseph Lendway. The family would like to thank Dr. Nunnick and his staff for the quality of care provided to Greg over the past three years, the Visiting Nurse Assoc. for their support thru the Hospice Program, and to the many family and friends who unselfishly gave of their time and effort over an extended period so Greg could realize his wish to spend his final moments at home. Viewing will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 20, 2010 at Corbin & Palmer Funeral Home, 71 So. Union St., Burlington, with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at St. Anthony Catholic Church on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2010 at 11 a.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mahana Magic Foundation, c/o Cancer Patient Support Program, PO Box 64700, Burlington, VT 05406.

COLCHESTER - Donald James Craige, 80 of Colchester and Bare Foot Bay, Fla. died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010 in the Starr Farm Nursing Center in Burlington. His family had been at his bedside. Born Nov. 2, 1929 in Barre City, he was the son of Leon J. "Cap" and Effie (Smith) Craige. He graduated from Spaulding High School in 1947 and later attended the University of Vermont in Burlington. He and his wife of 47 years, Corinne, had spent most of their married life in Berlin and Burlington and Colchester, wintering in Bare Foot Bay. In earlier years, he worked on the family granite quarry and retired from the whole sale meat business following over 30 years of service. Hunting, fishing, following his children and grand- children's sports activities, home restoration and antique cars were his special interests. At Christmastime in 1951, he was on a troopship to Korea, where he served with the 9th Field Artillery Battalion as a radio repairman, instructing the Korean forces in radio maintenance. He returned to the United States on a troopship on Christmas of 1952 as a Corporal and was discharged Feb. 25, 1953. He was a member of Granite Masonic Lodge #35, Granite Chapter 26 RAM, St. Alderman Commandery 11 KT, all of Barre and Mt. Sinai Shrine Temple #3 of Montpelier, as well as Barre American Legion Post #10, the VFW Post #1782 of Burlington and the Vermont Automobile Enthusiasts. Besides his wife, Corinne, he is survived by his daughter, Pam Craige, and her friend, Kelly Billings, both of Grand Isle; and two sons, Steven Craige and his wife, Gigi, of Antioch, Calif., and Norman Craige and his wife, Anne, of Williston; four grandchildren, Kimberly, Zachary, Alex and Kelsey Craige; as well as twin sisters, Janet Tilley, and Jane Couillard and her husband, Raymond, all of Burlington; and brother-inlaw, James Taylor of Barre City; and nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Linda Taylor; and brotherin-law, William Tilley. His funeral will be held Friday, Oct. 29, 2010 at 11 a.m. in the Graniteville Presbyterian Church. Burial will follow in the Wilson Cemetery in Barre Town. Friends may call at the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy St. in Barre on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Graniteville Presbyterian Church c/o Lynn Murray P.O. Box 24, Graniteville, VT 05654.

MARTHA'S VINEYARD, MA / JERICHO, VT - Stephen R. Crampton, 70, the loving husband of Susan C. Crampton, died of leukemia at Massachusetts General Hospital on January 23, 2010. Before succumbing to the disease, he received a bone-marrow transplant through the efforts of Massachusetts General Hospital and also an experimental vaccine at the Dana Farber Cancer Center. Stephen Rutty Crampton was born in New Haven, Conn., on Nov. 30, 1939, the son of the late Dr. Clair Beebe and Charlotte (Rutty) Crampton. He grew up in Middletown, Conn., an active athlete in basketball, soccer and tennis. He attended the St. Georges School in Newport, R.I., where he developed many life-long friends. He graduated from Middlebury College in 1961, where he was a member of Chi Psi fraternity, Blue Key and Waubanaukee honor societies. He later gained his Masters Degree in 1967 at Trinity College in Hartford, Conn., followed by a law degree at the College of William and Mary Law School in 1970. At the start of his junior year at Middlebury College, Steve met his life companion, Susan (Comstock). He felt their 48-year marriage was his greatest treasure and the bedrock for his life. Steve and Susan shared the love and loss of their first daughter, Karen, who died in 1965 at the age of two and one half. He carried Karen's memory throughout his life. After graduating from William and Mary Law School, Steve and his growing family moved to Jericho, Vt. He practiced law for 35 years in Burlington, Vt., at the firm of Gravel and Shea, helping clients on their projects involving land use and conservation. He was known for his success in balancing the needs of land development and the environment. Steve was an early Vermont member of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers. In addition to his law practice, he was also an adjunct professor at the Vermont Law School in the late 1970s. Steve first visited Martha's Vineyard in the mid 60's when his father, Dr. Crampton, assisted Dr. Russell Hoxsie with the summer rush of injuries and illnesses on the island. He may best be remembered on the Vineyard as a steward of the island's land and its resources through various organizations. He served as President of Sheriff's Meadow Foundation from 2006 to 2008, and led a period of great change and growth. He will be sorely missed on Hines Point for his cheerful greetings and self-appointed role as the conservationist who would pick up any trash along the road during his daily bike ride. Steve was an avid athlete, playing tennis, biking, skiing, hiking in the mountains, and more recently, golfing, as a member of the Mink Meadows and Hawks Nest Golf Clubs. Many friendships and an active tennis league led Steve and Susan to Sea Oaks in Vero Beach, Fla., where they have spent many happy winters. He will be missed by the Florida Habitat for Humanity, where he helped quite often. He is survived by his wife, Susan; his two surviving children, son Stephen C. Crampton and his wife Rachael of Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla.; daughter Kathryn E. Crampton and her husband Jason E. Lang of Ponte Vedra, Fla.; six grandchildren, Charlotte, Lucas and Bridget Crampton, and Elizabeth "Ellie", Sydney and Samuel Lang; his sister Jane Reed and her husband Christopher of Cambridge, Mass.; his brother Michael D. Crampton and his wife Ardith of West Hartford, Conn.; many nieces and nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews, including his nephew and 'adopted' son, David Jones. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 1 p.m., at Grace Episcopal Church of Martha's Vineyard, with the Rev. Robert E. Hensley officiating. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Friends who prefer may make contributions in his memory to one of: Sheriff's Meadow Foundation (57 David Avenue, Vineyard Haven, Mass. 02568); or Martha's Vineyard Hospital (sent to MV Hospital Development Office, P.O. Box 1477, Oak Bluffs, Mass., 02557); or Massachusetts General Hospital Bone Marrow Transplant Fund (sent to MGH Development Office, 165 Cambridge Street, Suite 600, Boston, Mass. 02114). Since Steve was able to receive a bone marrow donation, please consider registering to be a potential bone marrow donor via the National Bone Marrow Registry.

ST. ALBANS - James D. Crawford, 70, a lifelong resident of St. Albans, died Aug. 15, 2010 after a long illness. Born in St. Albans June 14, 1940, he was the son of late William T. and Mary (O'Lena) Crawford. His sister, Mary Mayo (2004) and brother, William (2005) predeceased him. In addition to his wife, Dianne of 47 years, he leaves his two sons, Matt and his wife, Becky Martell, of Georgia and Patrick and his wife, Heather, of Sheldon. He also leaves four grandchildren, Cylas, Eli and Phoebe Martell-Crawford and Wyatt Crawford. His brother Keith, and a number of nieces and nephews, survive him. An avid hunter and angler, Jim spent most of his professional career at IBM in Essex Junction. He retired in 1995. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

BURLINGTON -Thomas John Crosby, 76, of Burlington, died Saturday Feb. 20, 2010 at the Green Mountain Nursing Home. He was born in Burlington, on Nov. 1, 1933, the son of John Charles and Julia Helene (McCarthy) Crosby. He was a descendent of famine Irish (the Barrys, McCarthys, Crosbys, and McGoverns) and was very proud of his Irish heritage. He was honorably discharged from the U. S. Air Force after serving 20 years. His tours included French Morocco, Okinawa, France and Texas. After discharge he could be found most any afternoon on Church St. discussing local politics with his pals. Tom was a communicant at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and a third degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He lived his later years at Country Park in South Burlington, then St. Joseph Home and finally Green Mountain Nursing Home in Colchester. He was predeceased by his parents, and is survived by his sister, Mary Sandie (Crosby) Blair and her husband, Alexander Joseph of South Burlington. He is also survived by his nephew, Michael Blair, his wife Jamie and sons Drexel, Siris and Ira Hines of Essex Junction and niece, Kate Blair Stein, husband, Michael Stein and their children Seamus and Rory Stein, and many cousins. The family wishes to thank the nursing staff at Green Mountain Nursing Home for their compassionate and excellent nursing care. He will be buried in the Vermont Veterans Cemetery in Randolph at a later (warmer) date. Visiting hours will be on Tuesday, March 2 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Ready Funeral Home, South Chapel, 261 Shelburne Road. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 3 at 10 a.m. in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. For those who wish, donations in his memory may be made to Stern Center for Language and Learning, 135 Allen Brook Lane, Williston, VT 05495, or Good News Garage, 331 North Winooski Ave., Burlington, VT 05401.

WILLISTON / COLCHESTER - Elizabeth Rose "Betty" Cross, 88, of Williston, died on Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010 in Birchwood Terrace Health Care in Burlington. Betty was born in Colchester on May 19, 1922 the daughter of Neil and Gertrude (Fortin) Cross. She was educated in Colchester schools and was the owner and operator of Betty's Beauty Shop in Malletts Bay for 30 years. She was a member of Holy Cross Parish and a member of the VFW Women's Auxiliary, Howard Plant Post #782 in Burlington. She is survived by a brother, Hazen and wife, Shirley Cross, of Colchester; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings and their spouses, Bernard and Lillian Cross, and June and Eugene Austin. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff on Shepardson 4 at Fletcher Allen Health Care, Colchester Family Practice and Birchwood Terrace Health Care for their excellent care and concern during Betty's final illness. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010 at 10 a.m. in Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church in Colchester. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions in her name to Holy Cross Church, 416 Church Rd., Colchester, VT 05446.

SUMMERVILLE, SC - Fred R. Cummings, 88, died at home with his loving family on Feb. 7, 2010. Fred was born on June 27, 1921 in Burlington, the son of Delia and Frederick Cummings. Fred graduated from Cathedral High School in Burlington. He completed his bachelors' degree in chemistry and math at St. Michael's College, Winooski, after which he enlisted in the United States Navy and served in the Philippines until 1945. He earned his masters' in chemical Engineering and Environmental Engineering at Newark College of Engineering, Newark, N.J. In 1946, Fred married Eleanor Yurkowski in Vermont and had six daughters. He was employed by Alcoa, Co. and then later, with Shell Oil Co. as a chemical engineer for 33 years. He moved back to his home in Burlington in 1974, where he was employed as an environmental engineer for the State of Vermont until he retired. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus in Woodbridge, N.J. He also belonged to the Elks Club and played drums for the Elks band for many years. Fred was an EMT in Manalapan, N.J. and then became a volunteer EMT in Waterbury, Vt. until 1981. Fred is survived by his daughters, Pamela Smith and husband Russell, Rebecca Heaton and husband Harold, Melanie Bruckner and husband Jerry, Jill Whitmore and husband Bill, Leah Crockett, and Rachael Dennis and husband Darin. Fred also leaves behind a sister, Mayfred Mckenzie and brother, Roger Cummings and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Fred is preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor and brother, Bernie Cummings. He enjoyed many years of camping, fishing, woodworking and gardening. He also enjoyed sharing time with his sister and brothers and the friends he had made over the years. Fred was a devoted father and husband who loved his family to the fullest. They loved him dearly in return. The family would like to share heartfelt appreciation to Dr. John Forney of Charleston, S.C., as well as Southerncare Hospice, S.C. for the finest care. Those planning on an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Humane Society of Chittenden County, Scooter Fund, 142 Kindness Court, So. Burlington, Vt. 05403. A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, Feb. 19, 2010 at Immaculate Conception Church, Summerville, S.C. Fred will be laid to rest Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010 at Southern Gardens Cemetery, West Columbia, S.C. God has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts.

CANDLER, N.C. - Kathryn (Pollack) Cutler, residing in Candler, N.C., died on Saturday Aug. 14, 2010, at Memorial Campus, Mission Hospitals, after a short illness. She was born in Los Angeles, Calif., on Jan. 28, 1927, the daughter of Abraham and Marion (Etta Belle Land) Pollack. She grew up in Phoenix, Ariz. and graduated from high school there. She attended the University of Kentucky and graduated in 1949 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work from Indiana University. After graduation from college, she was employed at the Newington Children's Hospital, Newington, Conn. She enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1949 and became a commissioned officer in the Army Signal Corps in 1950. During her military career, she served in France at Supreme Headquarter Allied Powers Europe. She was married to James Mackin Cutler at Fort Benjamin Harrison, Ind., on April 12, 1956. She left her career in the active army after marrying, and they settled in Essex Junction, where she was a homemaker who, in addition to bringing up her seven children, was a foster mother to children under the care of the Vermont Department of Social Services. Her homemaking talents included, among many others, making pickles and annually canning dozens of quarts of fresh-picked tomatoes, as well as picking and preserving apples, blueberries and other fresh produce. Her jam and jelly making skills were, at one point, used to cofound a successful, but short-lived jam and jelly making business. Kathryn was an accomplished quilter and many benefited from her quilting skills. In addition to being an accomplished homemaker and cook, Kathryn's greatest skills lay in her ability to bring joy and peace to the household through every phase of her children's childhood. Her calming voice and demeanor could diffuse any crisis. The sparkle of her eyes and her contagious laughter made each and every opportunity to visit or speak with her a joy to all those who were fortunate enough to know her. She loved to sing and shared this love with her many children and grandchildren during each evening's bedtime ritual. She strived each and every day of her life to treat others with respect and compassion and was never one to turn anyone away from her home during their time of need. Her welcoming personality made her home a favorite stop for many of her children's friends and it was not uncommon for those friends to pause and converse with her at great length during each visit as she was a great communicator with all ages. She is survived by her husband, James of Asheville; her children, James R. (Kathleen) Cutler of Steubenville, Ohio, Thomas M. (Carin) Cutler of Santa Rosa, Calif., Carol (Cutler) White (Chris) of Cary, N.C., John J. (Silvia) Cutler of Girona, Spain, David A. (Karen) Cutler of Apex, N.C., Peter M. (Jackie) Cutler of Candler, N.C., Timothy E. (Cindy) Cutler of South Burlington; a foster daughter, Tracy Forant Cutler of South Burlington; and 16 grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Robert Pollack of Glendale, Ariz.; her sister, Patricia Kelly of Dimondale, Mich.; and her sister-in-law, Katherine Pollack of Elk Grove Village, Ill. She was predeceased by her parents; her brother, David Pollack; and a sister, Shirley Pollack who died young. A funeral service will be held on Friday Sept. 17 at 10 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, in Essex Jct. Burial will follow at the Vermont Veterans Cemetery in Randolph. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Kathryn's beloved charity Meals on Wheels, 3 Cathedral Square #106, Burlington, VT, 05401, or the Vermont Foodbank, attn: Annual Fund Manager, P.O. Box 254, South Barre, VT 05670.

MIDDLEBURY - Sonny D. Cyr of Middlebury died peacefully in Birchwood Terrace Healthcare on Jan. 27, 2010. Sonny was born in Weybridge, Vt. on March 25, 1942, the son of Leonard P. and Doris L. Cyr. He enjoyed being in the woods, hunting and fishing. Sonny was employed by the Town of Middlebury's Department of Public Works for 42 years. He loved working with and for the public. Sonny was also a member of the Middlebury Fire Department for 44 years, becoming a lifetime member in 2007. He also wound the town's clock and hung the banners across Main Street for many years. Sonny is survived by his wife Nancy; son Philip, daughter-in-law Jennifer and grandson Devon; his brother Robert and his wife Jeannette; brother Joseph and several nieces, nephews, and grand nieces. He was predeceased by his father, his mother, his sister Doris Pelkey and his daughter Kate. Services will be held Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's church in Middlebury. Interment will follow at St. Peters Cemetery in Vergennes. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sonny's memory can be sent to the Middlebury Fire Department, 5 Seymour St., Middlebury, Vt. 05753.

GEORGIA - Paul Joseph Daigle, 52, died Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 17, 2010 at his home, surrounded by his loving wife and daughters. Paul was born in Gardner, Mass. on Dec. 5, 1957, the son of Napoleon and Stella (Poirier) Daigle. On Feb. 14, 1981, he married Irene Brault, in Moncton, NB, Canada. He received his Associate of Science Degree from the Community College of Vermont in 1986. Paul worked for Preci Manufacturing in Winooski for 27 years, most of that time as the Plant Manager. He had a brilliant mechanical mind and many talents including carpentry, furniture making, metal fabrication, welding and building hot rods. He enjoyed everything mechanical, riding his motorcycle, and above all else, he was a devoted husband and father who loved his family with all his heart. Paul is survived by his wife Irene of 29 years and by their loving children Emily and Erin Daigle, all of Georgia, his parents, Leopold and Stella Daigle of Dieppe, NB, his brothers and sister and their spouses, Guy and Deborah Daigle of Woodstock, Conn., Gilles and Carol Daigle of Willington, Conn., George and Dixie Daigle of Riverview, NB, Norman and Shari Daigle of Salisbury, NB, and Cathy and Jeff Mirek of Manchester, Conn., his mother-in-law Germaine Brault of Newport, Vt., sisters-in-law and spouses Madeleine and Norman Quirion of Newport Center, Vt., Francine and Reynold Sicotte of Newport and his favorite Aunt Elmonde Richard of St. Ignace, NB. Paul's family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Chris Holmes and JoAnn Nielson and all the oncology staff at Fletcher Allen Health Care, the nursing staff at Fanny Allen, and Franklin County Home Health, in particular, Steve Boal. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010 from 4 to 7p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton. A Mass will be held on Monday, Feb. 22, 2010 at 10 a.m. in the Ascension Catholic Church in Georgia. A private burial will be held in the spring at the Georgia Plains Cemetery, at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Paul's name may be made to the American Lymphoma Society, Upstate N.Y./Vt. Chapter, 5 Computer Drive West, Suite 100, Albany, N.Y. 12205.

MORRISVILLE - Robert E. Daley, 52, formerly of East Hardwick, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010 in the Manor Nursing Home in Morrisville, following a courageous 18 year battle with Parkinson's Disease. His loving family was at his bedside. He was born March 20, 1958 in St. Johnsbury, the son of the late Theodore and Barbara A. (Ring) Daley. He graduated from The Austine School for the Deaf in Brattleboro. In his earlier years, he was employed by the State of Vermont in the printing office. He later worked for Ring Paving in Maine. He retired due to failing health. Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, puzzles, bingo and participating in all of the Manor activities. Survivors include three siblings, his twin brother, Richard L. Daley and his wife, Deborah, of Hyde Park, James Daley and his wife, Debra, of Woodbury, and Caulene A. Young of East Hardwick; aunts, uncles, a niece, a nephew, a great- nephew, and cousins. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Hope Community Church in Walden with the Rev. Ernest Machia officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to The Manor Activity Fund, 577 Washington Highway, Morrisville, VT 05661.

BARRE - Donald Ives Danforth, 64, of 143 Washington Street died peacefully at Dartmouth Hitchcock Hospital on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, following a courageous battle with cancer. Donald was born Oct. 16, 1946 in Barre, the son of Ives and Freda Shover Danforth. Donald is survived by his devoted wife of 44 years, Diane Lyford Danforth; his loving children, David and Laurie Danforth, Robin Danforth and Christopher Danforth; eight grand- children, Ashley, Amanda, Ryan, Amber, Cody, Courtney, Taylor and Destiny; along with his brother, Ronald Danforth of East Corinth; his brother and sister-in-laws; and many nieces and nephews dear to his heart. A special note of love goes out to his motherin-law, Nina Lyford, whom he called or visited daily. Donald had a wide circle of family and friends whom he visited or called frequently. He seldom passed up an opportunity to ride the country roads, attend a state fair, or eat at a favorite restaurant. He loved farming, and frequently raised his own beef. He owned and operated a lawn care business in Barre for the past 15 years. For many years, he was a welder at Blodgett Oven in Burlington, and a fabrication welder in the Fort Worth, TX area. Donald was predeceased by his parents; brother, Michael; and sister, Sandra Danforth. Donald's life will be celebrated Thursday, Oct. 21 at 1:30 p.m. at the United Church of Chelsea. Burial will follow in the Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Rd, Barre, VT 05641.

SHELDON - Sally Rachael Danyow, age 49 years, died late Thursday evening, May 13, 2010, in the Northwestern Medical Center with loving family at her side. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, May 18, 2010, at 11:30 a.m. from The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 65 Canada St., Swanton. Father Thomas D. Nadeau will be the celebrant and homilist. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at the Danyow family lot in Saint Anthony Cemetery, Sheldon Springs. Friends may call at The Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Ave., Swanton Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Gifts in Sally's Memory may be made to the Franklin / Grand Isle Bookmobile, 100 Robin Hood Drive, Suite 2, Swanton, VT 05488.

ESSEX JCT./NEWPORT RICHEY, Fla. - James "Woody" Daudelin, 60, died on Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010 at the Vermont Respite House, following a long battle with brain cancer. He was born on May 27, 1950 in Burlington, the son of Frederick and Gina Daudelin. Woody was the former owner and operator of "The Pipe Rack" in Burlington. He was a longtime member of The First Baptist Church in Burlington. He is survived by his daughter, Amy Daudelin of Alburgh; and granddaughter, Savanna Mott; his brother, Edmond Daudelin of Essex Jct.; sister, Helen and her husband, Dana Stowe, of Fairfax; two nephews, Jay Daudelin and Chris Stowe. A memorial service will be held on Friday, Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. at The First Baptist Church, 81 Saint Paul Street in Burlington. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to The First Baptist Church, 81 St. Paul Street, Burlington, VT 05401, or to Vermont Respite House ,99 Allen Brook Lane, Williston, VT 05495-2102.

, 91, of South Burlington, died peacefully Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 in the Starr Farm Nursing Center following a brief illness. She was born in East Haven, Conn. on Feb. 24, 1919, the daughter of Joseph and Eva (Clark) Thompson. In 1941, Evelyn married Wesley W. Daum in Christ Church in East Haven, Conn. Wes predeceased her on Jan. 14, 2006. Evelyn was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Temple, Chapter 75. She enjoyed cooking, knitting, sewing and spending time with her family and was an avid golfer. She is survived by her three children, Joanne D. Wells and her husband, Ray, of Colchester, Wesley W. Daum, Jr. and his fiancée, Beth Thorpe, of South Burlington and Susan D. Nichols and her husband, Edward, of Ocala, Fla. and South Hero; four grandchildren, Marla Viens, Jennifer McGrath, Brian Daum and Christine Stevens; seven great-grandchildren, William J. McGrath, Cameron and Brienna Viens, Marissa Smith, Braeden and Railyn Stevens, and Kylee Daum; and nieces and nephews. Evelyn's family would like to thank all her friends at the Pines, where she lived, for all their support and also the staff at Starr Farm Nursing Center for the care they gave their mother. Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010 from 2 to 4 p.m. with a Memorial and Eastern Star Service at 3 p.m. in the Ready Funeral and Cremation Service, South Chapel, 261 Shelburne Road, Burlington. Burial will be in Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Randolph. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the 32nd Degree Masonic Learning Center for Children, PO Box 208, Williston, VT 05495 or Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 114 Perimeter Road, Units G&H, Nashua, NH 03063.

MORRISVILLE - Barbara Jane Davison Davis, 82, died peacefully at the home of her daughter, Laurie Callahan, on Jan. 30, 2010. Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Robert "Bob" Davis, and her children, Daniel Robert Davis and wife, Mary Jo, of Newark, Vt.; William Davison Davis and wife, Debbie, of Bloomfield, Mich.; and Laurie Beth Davis Callahan and husband, Jack, of Montpelier, Vt. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010, at the Puffer United Methodist Church in Morrisville, with Rev. Pat Thompson officiating. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Proctor Maple Research Center, PO Box 233, Underhill Center, Vt. 05490; the Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, Vt. 05641, or to the Puffer United Methodist Church, PO Box 669, Morrisville, Vt. 05661.

ALBANY - Catherine A. Davis, 89, a longtime resident of Albany, died peacefully Wednesday Aug. 4, 2010 at the Manor in Morrisville. Catherine was born Oct. 25, 1920 in Craftsbury, the daughter of Irish immigrants, John and Mary (Johnson) Ryan. She was a 1938 graduate of Craftsbury Academy and in 1941 graduated from the DesGoesbriand School of Nursing in Burlington as a Registered Nurse. She worked at the Corinth Hospital in Corinth, N.Y. for one year, then at Fafner Bearing Company in Bristol, Conn. for two years. In later years, she worked at the Orleans Memorial Hospital in Newport, BelAire Nursing Home in Newport, and retired from Greensboro Nursing Home in 1993 after 18 years as a part-time night nurse. She was married on Oct. 30 1943, to Malcolm R. Davis, in Barton. They made their home in Albany where they raised two sons, Ross and Bob Davis. Kate assisted her husband at the Davis General Store in Albany, which they owned and operated from 1959 to 1983, as well as the Malcolm R. Davis Funeral Home in Craftsbury Common, which they purchased with their son, Bob, in 1966. Following the death of Malcolm in November 1985, Kate continuted to assist Bob with greeting visitors to funerals and calling hours until her health declined. Kate was a member of the Albany Historical Society, a communicant of Our Lady of Fatima in Craftsbury, and recently earned her 55 year pin for membership in the Maple Valley Grange. She was active in the care of her friends and neighbors in Albany and Craftsbury who were in need of assistance for medical reasons or just for a batch of her famous rolls. She leaves her sons, Ross Davis and wife, Rita, and Robert (Bob) Davis and his wife, Louise, all of Craftsbury; five grand- children, Lynn Paradis and husband, Ron, of Franklin, Julie Marckres and husband, Steven, of Craftsbury, Lt. Col. Stephen Davis and wife, Michele, stationed in Germany, Valerie Adams and husband, Karl, of Craftsbury Common, and Jeffrey Davis and wife, Tammy, of Colchester; great-grandchildren, Cody, Brian, Catherine and Brandi Paradis, Kelly and Andrew Marckres, Sydney Flett, Andrew and Madison Davis, Kyle Adams, and Zachery and Anya Davis; two nieces, Frances Ferris Fredericks of East Hampton, Conn., and Rita Ryan Hill of Linden, Ala.; and their families and the extended Davis and Long family. She was predeceased by her husband, Malcolm; her parents; a brother, Leo Ryan; two sisters, Margaret Vincent and Madeline Ferris; a nephew, David Ferris; and a great-nephew, Alan Norris. A mass of the resurrection will be celebrated at 1 p.m., Sunday Aug. 8 at our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Craftsbury. Interment will follow in the Albany Village Cemetery. Friends may call Saturday Aug. 7 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Davis Funeral Home in Craftsbury Common. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Albany Village Cemetery, c/o Waldo Potter, PO Box 223, Albany, VT 05820, or to The Manor, Activities Fund, 577 Washington Hwy, Morrisville, VT 05661.