SOUTH HERO/ BURLINGTON - Ronald G. Rollins Sr., age 71 of South Hero, died on Dec. 26, 2010 in Fletcher Allen Health Care. He was born in Dyer, W.Va. on Feb. 23, 1939, son of Charles and Gertrude May (Fox) Rollins. Ronald served in the U.S. Air Force. He married Joyce Bouchard on Aug. 9, 1958 in St. Mark Church, Burlington. He worked for McNash Motors and then owned numerous other gas stations since 1968, Kennedy Drive Mobil, Taft Corners Mobil, then Ron & Sons Mobil in Buckhannon, W.Va., and later, Airport Texaco and Ron's Gulf (later Ron's Shell) on North Avenue and University Texaco. Ron was an avid hunter and he also loved to go to the casino. He is survived by his wife, Joyce of S. Hero; his children, Ronald G. Rollins Jr. of S. Hero and his children, Joshua, Morgan, Zachary, Meghin and Elisha Rollins, Richard G. Rollins of Bolton, Julie A. and Nicky Hyre of Buckhannon, W. Va. and their daughter, Latishua Hyre, and Janice A. Rollins of Waterbury and her children, Luke and Leona Wamsley and Lloyd Rollins; his sister, Irene Cutlip of Buckhannon, W.Va.; two brothers, Charles Rollins of Triangle, Va., and Chuck Rollins of Winooski; his sister-in-law, Shirley Rollins of W.Va.; and loving nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by parents; his son, Robert G. Rollins; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph and Arlene Grant; his sisters and brothers, Helen Detmore, Jim, John and Gene Rollins, Bonetta Cochran and Grace Rollins. Visiting hours will be from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 30 at the Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Home, 85 N. Winooski Ave, Burlington. A private funeral service for family will take place at 10 a.m. on Thursday morning in the funeral home. Interment will be private.

SOUTH BURLINGTON - Barbara Richards Romanoff, 65, died peacefully with all of her children at her side on Friday, March 5, 2010 following a brief illness. Barbara is originally from Charlestown, R.I., the daughter of Raymond and Martha (Fleming) Richards. A graduate of the University of Rhode Island, she previously worked for Blodgett Corporation and most recently at the University of Vermont College of Education. She was a member of St. John Vianney Church and an avid bridge player. Barbara is survived by her five children and their spouses, Tania Romanoff and John Krotzer, Martina and Steven Connelly, Nicola and Fred Wentworth, Maria and Paul Rand and Mikhail Romanoff and Cassie Gillespie; six grandchildren, Steven, Agnieszka, Malina, Sarah, Dominik and Nico; and one sister, Marcia Downing. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. John Vianney Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Leukemia & Lymphona Society, 5 Computer Drive West, Suite 100, Albany, N.Y. 12205.

MILTON/CAPE COD, Mass. - David C. Root, 43, loving husband of Jennifer (Lamothe) Root, died unexpectedly Monday, Dec. 6, 2010 at his home in Milton. David was born on Aug. 28, 1967 in Hyannis, Mass., the son of the late Meryl "Dave" and Dorothy "Dottie" (Dennison) Root. Following high school, Dave served in the U.S. Army until 1990. He was a fisherman alongside his brother-in-law, David Dion and fished with numerous friends. He was in the merchant marines until the birth of his second son. He held many jobs, was a Jack of all Trades and then started employment with the U.S. Post Office on Cape Cod. On June 22, 1996, he married Jennifer Leigh Lamothe in West Barnstable, Mass. He and Jen moved to Vermont in 2002, where he continued his employment with the Postal Service at the Distribution Center in Essex Junction. Dave was an amazing Father, Husband, Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin and Friend to so many. He was always the first to lend a hand to anyone in need, whether a friend or neighbor. He was an avid fisherman and a great cook, with a great sense of humor. He won several awards while in the Army for his culinary skills. He enjoyed sharing many stories of his days in the Army and his childhood. In addition to his wife, Jen; Dave will be deeply missed by his loving sons, Connor and Griffin; by his mother, Dottie Root and her companion, Joseph Gavigan, of Cape Cod; his brothers and sisters, Debbie Chase of Texas, Donna Vernen, Deidre Root, Daniel Root and his wife, Heidi, all of Cape Cod, and Diana Dion and husband, David, of Texas. Dave is also survived by his mother and father-in- law, Patricia and Gerald "Jay" Lamothe Jr.; his brother-in-law, Jeff Lamothe and wife, Mindy; Jen's grandfather, Gerald Lamothe Sr.; and he and Jen's best friend, Jennifer "Mac" Condon, all of Cape Cod. He was recently predeceased by Gerald Sr.'s wife, Elaine Lamothe. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, uncles and aunts, and a loving extended Gavigan Family. Visiting hours will be held for David on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton. A memorial service will be held Thursday evening at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dave's name may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 16 South Winooski Ave., Burlington, VT or to the Ronald McDonald House Room on Baird 9 at FAHC, 16 So. Winooski, Ave., Burlington, VT 05401. Burial will follow in the family lot in the Orleans Cemetery.

VERGENNES - On Nov. 28, 2010, William Howard Rose died peacefully after a 19 year battle with brain cancer. He fought the battle like the true soldier he always was. Born to Arthur and Gertrude Collum Rose on Feb. 20, 1946, Bill lived most of his life in Vergennes, the city he truly loved. Bill graduated from Vergennes Union HS in 1967. He served 11 years in the US Army, 11 years in the Air Force Reserves, and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Bill devoted much of his time to the causes of the Shriners. Bill was a Shriner Clown fondly known as "Jelly Bean", member of the Dorchester Lodge #1, Eagles Club, American Legion Post #14, a volunteer firefighter in Monkton, served on the Vergennes City Council, and worked as farm mechanic skills he learned during his time in the service. He loved motorcycles and car racing. He leaves behind sisters and brothers, Irene and James Brinkman, Marjorie and Russell Stup, Newton Rose, Arthur "Tony" and Mary Alice Rose, Florence "Chickie" and Thomas Gude, Martha and Steve Thackary; his former wife, Susan Danyow; and his lifetime friend, Lynn Jackson Donnelly; also several nieces, nephews and many dear friends whom he truly loved and cherished. In recent months the staff at Helen Porter Rehabilitation became his extended family. They appreciated Bill's sense of humor and understood his every need. To each of them we extended our thanks and gratitude. Services to celebrate Bill's life will be held at the Assembly of God's Church, Rt. 7 in Ferrisburgh at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 15. Friends may call at BrownMcClay Funeral Home in Vergennes on Tuesday, Dec. 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. A Masonic service will be held 7 p.m. on Tuesday at funeral home. Burial will be in Prospect Cemetery in Vergennes. Bill was never blessed with children but had a deep love and concern for all children, especially those that were sick and helpless. So in lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in Bill's memory to The Shriners' Hospital for Children, 51 Blossom Street, Boston, MA 02114.

BURLINGTON - Robert L. Rossi, 66, died unexpectedly in Fletcher Allen Medical Center on Friday, Nov. 5, 2010. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Morrisville. Friends may call Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the White-Fiess Funeral Home, 165 Brooklyn Street, Morrisville. Interment will be in the Vermont Veteran's Memorial Cemetery in Randolph. Contributions may be made to the family for funeral expenses.

May 26, 1921 - Nov. 8, 2010 BURLINGTON - Kenneth Sprague Rothwell, Professor Emeritus of English at the University of Vermont, passed away on Monday, Nov. 8, 2010. For much of the past year, he had been a resident of Burlington Rehabilitation Hospital, 300 Pearl Street in Burlington. He was born in Bay Shore, N.Y. (in Suffolk County) on May 26, 1921. He grew up in New York City; Shanghai, China; San Antonio, TX; and then completed high school in Bay Shore. He attended Rutgers University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and on the "GI Bill" earned an M.A. and Ph.D. in English and Comparative Literature from Columbia University. During World War II, he served in the Aleutian Islands, as a second lieutenant, rifle platoon leader, in the 159th Infantry on Attu and Amchitka. Subsequently, as a teacher of English, he held full-time appointments at the Universities of Rochester, Cincinnati, Kansas, and came to the University of Vermont as department chair in 1970. He also taught summer sessions at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and Trinity College. 40 years ago, he incorporated Shakespeare on film into his teaching, at a time when such practices were considered faintly disreputable, especially by the older generation, a "dumbing down" of the bard, so to speak. He did not begin his real career as a Shakespeare scholar until he was 55 years old, prior to that having been a director of Freshman composition and author of a textbook, Questions of Rhetoric (published by Little Brown). He co-founded and coedited with Bernice W. Kliman The Shakespeare on Film Newsletter (1976), cochaired the Shakespeare on Film Seminar at the Tokyo 1991 World Shakespeare Congress, and produced a three-day Shakespeare on Film Festival at the 1996 World Congress in Los Angeles. He edited Shakespeare on Film IV: Papers from the World Shakespeare Conference 1981), and with Annabelle Meltzer he compiled Shakespeare on Screen: An International Filmography and Videography (1990). In 1999, the Cambridge University Press published his A History of Shakespeare on Screen: A Century of Film and Television, a scholarly work, which was favorably reviewed world-wide in learned journals and appeared in a 2004 second edition. He became a contributing editor to Shakespeare Bulletin and a member of the editorial board of Literature/Film Quarterly. Along the way, he contributed essays in his specialty to the Encyclopedia Britannica and to the 2003 Blackwell multivolume Companion to Shakespeare Studies. In 2000 when he was 79, his plenary lecture at the International Conference on Shakespeare Movies held at the University of Malaga, Spain, was honored by being printed as the annual "occasional paper" by the International Shakespeare Association in Stratfordupon-Avon, England. He also lectured at the University of Rouen, France; and the City University of New York. His most recent public lecture (on 12th Night) was at St. Michael's College in Jan. 2005 for which he was honored with a College medal. He chaired the College Section of the National Council of Teachers of English, published widely in professional journals such as Shakespeare Survey, Shakespeare Quarterly, Comparative Drama, Cineaste, and presented many papers at national and regional meetings, two of which were published by the Modern Language Association in volumes devoted to the teaching of King Lear and Hamlet. As a teacher at UVM, he rejected identity politics and dogma about Shakespeare being "another dead white European Male." Instead, he sought to inculcate in his students the same enthusiasm and fervor for literature that he felt, though in his personal politics he remained steadfastly committed to the world-wide struggle for peace and social justice. Despite his tendency toward "political incorrectness," he was nevertheless thought well-enough of by his younger peers to be nominated by petition in 1999 for Presidency of the Shakespeare Association of America, though to his vast relief being then nearly 80 years of age, he failed of election. He received two awards for distinguished teaching at the University of Vermont, travel grants from the International Shakespeare Association, a research grant from the American Philosophical Society, and several University research grants. In 1992, he was elected a Fellow of the Vermont Academy of Art and Sciences. Locally, he served on the Vestry of St. Paul's Cathedral and briefly as Diocesan Registrar. Governor Madeleine Kunin appointed him Supervisor of Buel's Gore and Governor Howard Dean to the Board of the Vermont Council for the Humanities. A long time member of The Neighbors, he also formerly belonged to the Mallett's Bay boat club and Burlington Tennis Club, where he valiantly, but ineptly, sought laurels as an athlete. He loved sailing on Lake Champlain and playing tennis with his cronies; and visits to his New York City Pied a Terre. He especially treasured time spent with his regular lunch groups. As a last hurrah, he published editions of The Merchant of Venice in 2008 and in 2010, King Lear. He was predeceased by his loyal and beloved wife of 50 years, Marilyn Gregg Rothwell. He is survived by his son, Kenneth Jr. and daughter-in-law, Pamela Jones of Newton, Mass.; a daughter, Mary Carroll Rothwell Davis and son-inlaw, Evan Davis of New York City and Westport, N.Y.; a daughter, Elizabeth Gregg Rothwell of South Royalton; a daughter, Anne Gregg Rothwell of Burlington and New York City; and five grandchildren, Rosalind Springs Rothwell, James Waddell Rothwell, Sara Mei-Ping Davis, Charlotte Davis, and Phoebe Davis. Another child, Sara, died in infancy and is memorialized by a tree on the UVM campus. He is also survived by his ex-wife, Beverly Wool of Burlington. Services are planned at St. Paul's Cathedral on Saturday, Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. A reception will follow at St. Paul's. There are no visiting hours. Interment of ashes will be in the churchyard of St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Westchester Square in the Bronx, New York City, at a date to be determined. Contributions in his memory may be made to The Lyn Gregg Rothwell Nursing Scholarship Fund at the University of Vermont, c/o Development and Alumni Relations, 411 Main Street, Burlington, VT 05401.

JERICHO, VT/DELAND, FLA - Joseph E. Rotunda Jr., 75, of Jericho died on Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, at the Fletcher Allen Health Care surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Colchester on March 8, 1934, the son of Joseph E. Sr. and Glenna (Lafayette) Rotunda. Joe drove a truck for Vermont Fruit for many years prior to owning Joe's Snack Bar for over 50 years, employing grandchildren and other family members over the years. He also touched many families in the Jericho area by being the first employer of their children. He was very proud to have a children's book written about him (Where Does Joe Go?) Children from all over the country brought their book to Joe for him to autograph which he did gladly. He was passionate about all of his homemade cooking for the Snack Bar. He enjoyed the off season in Florida for the past 25 years, attending the Daytona 500 on the infield, and taking old TONKA trucks and spending timeless hours restoring them. Joe was very proud of his grandchildren and took great pleasure in spending time with them. He is survived by his wife Marilyn Kozlowski Rotunda of Jericho; two children, Joseph E. III and wife Kim Rotunda of Underhill, Kim Brooks and fiancé Brent Osborne of Essex; four grandchildren, Joseph "Jay" Rotunda IV, Carrie Rotunda, Amanda Rotunda and Justin Brooks; the mother of his children, Janice Gordon of Essex; one brother, Thomas Rotunda and wife Barb of Venice, Fla.; two sisters, Pauline Torres and companion Al Lafreniere of Deland, Fla. and Bette Rhye and husband Jack of Newport, Vt.; several cousins, nieces and nephews. He also leaves his close friends, The Jericho Rat Pack, Ralph, Pea Soup, Shambo, Peterson, Kenny and George. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, at 11 a.m. in the Essex Alliance Church in Essex Center. Burial will be in the spring in Pleasant View Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions in his memory to the Charity of one's choice.

JOHNSON - Stuart James Rowe, 78, a long time Johnson resident died Thursday June 17, 2010, in the Copley Hospital in Morrisville. He was born July 17, 1931 in Barre to Alfred and Isabel (Blakebrough) Rowe. He graduated from Chelsea High School in the class of 1948 and Johnson State College in 1958. He later received a Masters Degree from St. Michaels College in Colchester. From July 28, 1949 to 1953, he served in the U.S. Navy as a Seabee. He later served in the Vermont Army National Guard in Morrisville. He was a teacher in Jericho, Morrisville, Waterbury, Duxbury and Lamoille Union in Hyde Park, where he was an assistant Principal. In the early 1970's he began as the general manager at H.A. Manosh Corp. in Morrisville until he retired in 2001. He was a communicant of St. John Catholic Church in Johnson and member of the church council, a member of the Father Bovin Council of the K of C. in Morrisville, Johnson Village Trustee, Lamoille Union School Board, American Legion Post # 46 in Johnson and the Green Mt. Boy Scout Council of Northern Vermont. Survivors include; his wife Peg; a daughter, Gretchen; five sons, Matthew, Mark, Patrick, Andrew and Nicholas; nine grandchildren; one great-grandson; four sisters, Marjory Morrill, Marlene Adams, Marilyn Senter, Martha Lamonda ; and a brother, Robert Rowe. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday June 22, 2010, at 11 a.m. at St. Johns Church in Johnson with the Rev. Francis Prive celebrant. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association , Vermont and New Hampshire Chapter, 10 Ferry Street, Suite 427B, Concord, N.H. 03301-5004; or to Most Holy Name of Jesus Parish, P.O. Box 339, Morrisville, Vt. 05661.

LADYLAKE, FLORIDA / BARRE - Arthur Joseph Roy, 67, died at home in Fla. on Tuesday, April 20, 2010, after a period of declining health. Arty was born on June 26, 1942, in Barre, the son of Dolore and Nettie Roy. He graduated from Marian High School in 1960. He attended St. Michael's College. In 1962, Arty married Janet Flynn and they had four children. Arty was a meat cutter by trade for most of his working career. He worked at several national grocery chains throughout Vermont, N.H. and Fla. before retiring in 2005. Arty was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed working in the woods and deer hunting. After moving to Fla., Arty quickly got used to the warm weather and gave up his passion for hunting for the game of golf. Arty is survived by his wife, Donna; his step- mother, Josie; and his four children, Mark and Julie Roy, Michael and Phyllis Roy, Shannon and Joseph Hartnett and Shauna and Shawn Wolf. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild; six sisters, Barbara Benoit, Sandra Micheli-Lewin, Mary Stuart, Dottie Squire, Joanne Lajeunesse and Janice Bell; and two brothers, David Roy and Steven Micheli. Arty was predeceased by his parents and two sisters, Marilyn and Patty. A memorial service for Arty will be held in Florida.

LONG ISLAND, N.Y. - Richard Denis Russell, 49, died at his home on Long Island, N.Y., Saturday, May 1, 2010. Richard was born in Burlington, Feb. 26, 1961, a twin son of the late Ronald Russell and Marian (Morin) Russell, of North Hyde Park. He was a 1979 graduate of Lamoille Union High School, where he played baseball and basketball. A sports enthusiast, Richard enjoyed watching sports on TV. He spent time on the internet and enjoyed contacts on Facebook. Richard was a real estate broker in Long Island. He leaves his mother, Marion Russell and her partner, Dean Walker, of North Hyde Park; a brother, Bruce Russell and his wife, Kathy, of St. Albans; a niece, Kim; and two nephews, Jeremy and Isaac. He was predeceased by his father, Ronald Russell; and his twin brother, Roger Russell. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 8, at the United Church of Johnson. Interment will follow in the Lamoille View Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, May 7, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the White-Fiess Funeral Home in Morrisville. Contributions in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association , Vermont Affiliate, 343 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495; The Lamoille Area Cancer Network, PO Box 38, Lake Elmore, VT 05657; or to the VFW Post #7779, PO Box 237, Hyde Park, VT 05655.

HINESBURG - Ruberta Phyllis Eddy Russell died peacefully at her home on Dec. 1, 2010. Phyllis was born in Monkton on Aug. 12, 1918. Her family moved to Hinesburg when she was a toddler, living in the village for a few years, then moving to "Valley View" farm on Charlotte Road. Phyllis graduated from Hinesburg High School with her future husband, Howard Russell in 1935. After graduation, she worked for Dr. Louis J. Wainer until her marriage to Howard on her birthday, Aug. 12, 1940. Phyllis was above all a loving wife, a wonderful mother, a beloved sister, and a loyal friend. She was a warm, accepting individual who welcomed everyone into her home. Her maternal presence, calm resolve, and steadfast leadership will be missed by her family, her church, and the greater community. She was a woman of faith who lead by example rather than words. Phyllis began collecting antiques when they were considered "used furniture" and loved to attend auctions and watch Antiques Road Show to find out what her treasures were worth. She was the sales-woman for the family's maple syrup. Her syrup standards were high, only Fancy would do. She hated to sell dark syrup and was known to say, "We have dark amber, but you wouldn't want that!" As a lifelong member of the United Church of Hinesburg, she was famous for her contributions of 'Brown Bobbies' to the Christmas bazaar and her maple- flavored baked beans at church suppers. Phyllis was also a member of Eastern Star, and a longtime member of PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays). Phyllis was predeceased by her husband, Howard Russell; and granddaughter, Mary Phyllis Russell. Phyllis is survived by her seven children and their families, Stephen and his wife, Holly, Philip and his wife, Marlene, Henry, David and his wife, Janet, Anne and her husband, Roger Donegan, Howard, and Harry and his partner, Kenneth Russell. She leaves nine grand- children, Beth, Sara and Ben Russell, Lisa Verizzi, Amy Mansfield, and Meg Bogun, James, Joseph and Kevin Donegan; and nine great-grandchildren. Phyllis is also survived by her close-knit siblings, Lawrence Eddy, Francis Maserio, Dwight Eddy, Emma Mead, Paul Eddy, Sylvia Peet and Carol Harper. The Eddy's enjoyed many traditions; eating a meal together twice a month, fall reunions for "visiting," and the annual Mother's Day picnic. Visiting hours will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3 at the Osborne Parish House. A celebration of Phyllis' life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4 at the United Church of Hinesburg. A family burial will precede the funeral. The family wishes to express their appreciation to Dr. James Ulager and the VNA Hospice for their gentle, loving care of our mother. Without their support, we couldn't have kept her at home. In lieu of flowers, donations to the United Church of Hinesburg, the VNA Hospice, or the Hinesburg Food Shelf are appreciated.

WINOOSKI - Cecile L. Russin, 72, a lifelong resident of Winooski, died peacefully in Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington on Thursday, July 22, 2010 with her loving family at her side, following a long illness. Cecile was born in Colchester on Oct. 17, 1937, the daughter of Perley and Alice (Pecor) Russin. She was employed for many years at the Goetz House in Winooski. She enjoyed Bingo, but mostly spending time with her family. Cecile is survived by six children, Star Russin and her fiancé, Todd Hunter, Norma Simpson and her husband, Sam, Tammy Merrill (Calvin Merrill), Bruce Russin and his wife, Nicole, Darlene Benoit and her husband, Steve, and Beatrice "Beatie" Blanchard; 17 grandchildren; 29 greatgrandchildren; two sistersin-law, Marie Salter and Cecile Russin; two special nieces, Dorothy Chaplin and Mary Rich; and several nieces, nephews and extended family. She was predeceased by her parents; her son, Norman Russin; her grandson, Bruce Mathews; her son-in-law, Alan Blanchard; and six sisters and five brothers. Visiting hours will be on Friday, July 23, 2010 from 4 to 7 p.m., with funeral services on Saturday, July 24 at 11 a.m. at the LaVigne Funeral Home in Winooski. Interment will follow at Underhill Flats Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tammy Merrill (to assist with family matters) c/o LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St., Winooski, VT 05404.

SALISBURY, Md. - Leslie Hayes Russo passed into the infinite sea of light surrounded by her oldest (Katie) and newest friends (Kimberly), her loving husband and lifelong protector, Christopher J. Russo Jr., in a state of holy grace and peace. Born on the 20th of January 1955, Leslie acquired her first real estate from Sara Maharg Christy at the age of 3 - a house of sunflowers, high on a hill in Pennsylvania. This gift of love, from her maternal grandmother, was cherished and passed down to her by her own mother, Jennie Christy Hayes, who sang her sweetness into her. She had a split in her two front teeth, a refrigerator with pretend food, and became an Olympic gold medalist Monopoly player at age 5. The nuns at Holy Family Church taught her how to work hard and love God, and be, on the whole, a good girl. When her family moved away from Washington, DC and Hillcrest Heights, Md. to the green mountains of Vermont because her Dad (Justice Thomas Lawlor Hayes) wanted to run for Lt. Governor, she worked every day to help him win. Her luggage had stickers from Ireland and Italy, she shared a speaking stage with William Jefferson Clinton, soon to be the 42nd president of the United States. She crafted legislative amendments and pies with equal aplomb. Leslie, in the fullness of time, became a lover of hydrangeas; a poet, singer of songs, political activist, tree hugger, cat herder, caretaker, hostess with the mostess, avenging angel of justice, U.S. Senator's aide, appellate attorney, champion of the underdog, author of children's stories, godmother of three. She gave one brother (Ricky) the gift of self esteem, the other (Kevin) care he needed to survive. She forgave 70 times seven, loved justice, hated war, loved art and music, and parties and a good joke more than anything else, except her husband, Christopher Russo and her nieces, Jennie Hayes and Paige Smith and nephew, William O'Connell. A lover of kitsch, lost souls, stray dogs, impressionistic paintings, anecdotes, antique toys, craft fairs, courtroom and appellate victories, she never, ever lost her sense of humor to her dying day. Her last home before heaven, Salisbury, Md. was her favorite - the birds of Blackwater Creek, the waves at Assateague, the golden days of spring, the boardwalk at O.C., the migrating magpies in her backyard, and her pals at Otway Russo, Jim, Amy, Luke, Carol, Christiana, Fay, Judy and her pets, Gracie, Stinky, Wally, Ollie and Peanut. She paid in this life for all wrongs done and repented each one. She would ask, accordingly, your forgiveness. Perhaps when you see a field of flowers you may count each one as a kindness she did and this will make it easier. Her father used to tell a story about soldiers huddled around a fire in a town laid waste by war outside a church where there was a statue of Christ with the arms broken off. A soldier had placed a sign in front of it. "The only hands he has are yours." So, now the only hands she has are yours. If you need a monument for her, look around, you are her monument, the we of she, a monument o f love. The family at this time would like to express its heartfelt gratitude to Leslie's caretakers, her husband, Chris and her brother, Ricky, and her sisters-inlaw, Karen and Barbara Russo and Ann Pugh and her cousins, Maureen Kingston, Claudia and Patricia Christy, for their boundless love in time of crisis. The family would also like to thank the nurses and staff of Salisbury PRMC in particular Mary McGarry, Lauren, Dawn, Leah, Rod, Kim, Vicky, Jill, Tannie, Beth and Marty to whom the family will be grateful as long as the sky is blue. A memorial mass will be held Friday, Nov. 5, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Salisbury, with visitation one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Farm Sanctuary, P.O. Box 150, Watkins Glen, NY 14891 or World Society for the Protection of Animals, Lincoln Plaza, 89 South Street, Suite 201, Boston, MA 02111.

FAIRFIELD - Dennis Vincent Ryan, 60, of Fairfield, died Sunday, June 13, 2010, peacefully surrounded by his family and friends in Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at 12 p.m. in St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Fairfield. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Dennis's memory may be made to St. Patrick's Catholic Church, P.O. Box 18, Fairfield, VT 05455.

JEFFERSONVILLE - Frank Ryan, 50, died unexpectedly Monday, Oct. 4, 2010 at Copley Hospital in Morrisville. He was born Nov. 5, 1959 in Burlington, the son of Francis J. Ryan and Marie Claire LeBrun Ryan. Frank married Betty Wright on Sept. 15, 2007 in Jeffersonville. He was a graduate of Champlain Valley High School. Frank was employed by Pepsi Cola for 27 years as a forklift operator. He enjoyed tinkering, was a mechanic, and enjoyed hunting, camping and the outdoors. Frank was known for his homemade garlic meatballs. He was a great practical joker and enjoyed hanging out with his best friend, Dana. Frank is survived by his wife, Betty Wright Ryan; his parents, Francis J. Ryan of Scarborough, ME and Marie Claire Ryan of Burlington; a brother, Dale Ryan of Scarborough, ME; daughter, Tina Whipple and her husband, Michael, of Wolcott; grandchildren, Ryan and Bryan Whipple and Pauline and Kristina LaRose; grandmother, Peg Sheridan Lefevre of Burlington; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Ruth and Dana Haskins of Duxbury; and numerous cousins. Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 8, 2010. Interment will follow in Waterbury Center Cemetery.

GRAND ISLE - John N. Salter, 75, died at his home on Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010. He was born on Dec. 24, 1934 in Essex Center, the son of the late Merl and Madeline (Munson) Salter. John spent his entire career in the construction business, starting out as a laborer and working his way up to project supervisor. John was a true family man. He was lucky enough to live out his dream of residing on the lake surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and grand dogs, who all thought the world of him. He spent a lot of his time on the lake fishing, but he also had at least one or two projects going in his workshop, like a birdhouse to put in the yard or a lawn chair. John was happiest when he was fixing something for his children or grandchildren. He will be missed by all that knew him. John was predeceased by his second daughter, Brenda LaPlante in 2008; and by nine brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Jacquelyn; three children, Deb Hirsch and her husband, Chris, Kelly Lavallee and her husband, Brian, and Dan Salter and his wife, Kristen; a special nephew, Tony Russin; and by 12 grandchildren, Jaime, Lisa, Stacy, Camryn, Lane, Chris, John, Scott, Danielle, Evan, Hannah, and Sam. A private ceremony will be held by the family.

MILTON - Loren M. Sanderson, 85, of Sanderson Road, died unexpectedly Friday, March 19, 2010, in Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. Loren was born Feb. 12, 1925, in St. Albans, the son of the late Charles Orlow and Mamie Thompson Sanderson. He graduated from Milton High School in 1942, and went on to farm the family dairy farm located on Sanderson Road. He was proud of the fact that this farm has now been in the family for eight generations and in 2004 celebrated its "Bicentennial." Loren was a member of the United Church of Milton and the Milton Grange # 522 where he had served as Past Master. He also belonged to the Chittenden County Pomona Grange as well as the National Grange. He served as chairman of the Agricultural Committee for State Grange and belonged to the Eastern Star, Chittenden Chapter # 59. A member of Seneca Lodge # 40 F&AM, Milton, Loren was a member of the Milton Historical Society where he enjoyed writing many stories of several historical locations and events in the Town of Milton. He also found enjoyment in working on the family genealogy. He will be truly missed. Loren is survived by his children, Dale Sanderson and his wife Linda, of Milton and Linda Ballard and her husband, Jim of Milton; his grandchildren, William and Scott Sanderson, Eric and Edward Ballard; and great grandson, Ryan; and a special little Girl, Emma. He leaves the mother of his children, Joan Sanderson of Milton and his stepchildren, Carolyn, Larry, Dennis and Linda; several step grandchildren, great grandchildren and a great great grandchild. He was predeceased by his wife Jessica on July 17, 2000; his infant brother, Charles Almon Sanderson on April 1, 1937; and step daughter, Pauline. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday March 23, 2010, at 10 a.m. in the United Church of Milton with the Reverend Jeff Cornwell officiating, assisted by Deacon Jim Ballard. Burial will follow in the Milton Village Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Milton Grange, c/o Linda Ballard, Treasurer, 139 Sanderson Road, Milton, VT 05468 or to the United Church of Milton, P.O. Box 107, Milton, VT 05468

WINOOSKI - Theresa V. (Aruzza) Santimore, 79, died on April 14, 2010, at theVermont Respite House in Williston, surrounded by her family. She was born in Winooski on Jan. 13, 1931, the daughter of the late Michael and Anna (DiNova) Aruzza. Theresa was educated in Winooski and was married to the late Gerald Santimore. She was a wonderful mother to her five boys, including two sets of twins. She was an unassuming person who loved sharing stories and being with people. She was a devoted, hardworking person, a wonderful caregiver, and was always ready to help anyone in need. She will be terribly missed by everyone, especially her family. Theresa is survived by four sons, Richard, Gary and close friend Elaine, Jerry and wife Marianne, and Michael; four grandchildren, Daniel, Tim, Jessie, and Wendi; three great-grandchildren, Ethan, Jacob and Madisson; two sisters, Josephine (the Godmother) Aruzza, and Nancy DeForge; 3 brothers , Samuel, Michael and Anthony Aruzza; and brother-in-law, Henry Darling. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerald Santimore; and son, Robert; and by her sisters, Rachel Mohan and Carmella Darling; and brothers, Ralph, Patrick, Joseph and John Aruzza. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 24, 2010, at 10 a.m. at St. Stevens Catholic Church, Winooski. A private burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Vermont Respite House, 99 Allen Brook Lane Williston, VT 05495. Following the Mass, a reception will be held at the VFW in Winooski.

RANDOLPH - Randolph, formerly of Burlington, Alberta K. Sarabia, 87, died Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 in Mayo Healthcare in Northfield. She was born March 7, 1923 in Barre, the daughter of Albert and Jeannette (Decora) LaBounty. Alberta attended Montpelier schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. She was married to Manual Sarabia Sept. 26, 1945 in Montpelier. The Sarabias lived in Montpelier until moving to Burlington in 1955. Mr. Sarabia died in 1994. Following the death of her husband, Alberta moved to Randolph to live with her daughter Carmen until moving to the Windover House in 2007. In earlier years she enjoyed cooking, fishing and playing cards. She is survived by her daughter, Carmen Fleming and husband Grant, of Randolph; a son, Mark Sarabia and wife Michele, of Pittsfield, Mass.; eight grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a son, Stephen Sarabia; three brothers, Zeke, George and Francis LaBounty; and two sisters, Helen Ferrari and Estelle LaBounty. Graveside memorial services will be held in the Spring at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Randolph Center. There are no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to Randolph Area Senior Center, 6 Hale St. Randolph, VT 05060.

SHELBURNE - Elizabeth "Betty" Saunders, 87, died Sept. 20, 2010 of complications from Lymphoma. She was born in her family home in Belmont, Mass. on July 25, 1923, the daughter of Herbert Millington Davis Sr. and Dorothea Robertson Davis. She attended Belmont schools and Cushing Academy in Ashburnham, Mass. and graduated from Miami University in Oxford, OH, with a degree in Elementary Education. She taught kindergarten in Arlington and Belmont schools for four years before starting a family. (Married ladies were not allowed to teach in those days!) On Sept. 25, 1948 she married Oatman Mack Saunders. They began their family in the Boston area, and in 1961 moved to Vermont, Oatman's home. In 1967, Betty returned to teaching kindergarten, working for 18 years at H.O. Wheeler School in Burlington. Church involvement was an important part of Betty's life. Her second home during her formative years was the First Baptist Church in Watertown, Mass. where her father was Superintendent of Sunday School. She loved singing in the choir, serving as a soloist from preschool age through college, and attending church school and young adult activities. A member of the First Congregational Church in Burlington, Betty sang in the choir for many years, was very active in Women's Fellowship activities, enjoyed her role as one of many who visited members who were unable to physically get to church events, and volunteered in the Possibility Shop. Betty cherished the friendships she made through PEO and the Thursday Club. Betty is survived by her husband of 62 years, Oatman; their daughters, Susan and Ellen Saunders of Shelburne; son, Stephen O. Saunders of Essex Jct.; seven grandchildren, Amber, Jennifer, Sarah, Stephen, Douglas, Erin, and Kellie; five great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Leatrice Saunders of Starksboro, and Mildred Davis of Weston, Mass.; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her son, Douglas; and infant granddaughter, Jessica; her parents; sister, Marjorie; and brother, "Bud". A memorial service will be held at the First Congregational Church, 38 South Winooski Avenue in Burlington at 11 a.m. Saturday morning, Sept. 25. Friends may greet the family at a reception in the Chapel following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Organ Console Fund at the First Congregational Church.

BURLINGTON - Richard "Dick" Savage, 68, died peacefully at home with his family on July 9, 2010 after a courageous 17 month battle with cancer. He was born in Burlington on Dec. 4, 1941, son of Garth and Helen (Mongeon) Savage. Dick graduated from B.H.S. in 1960. He married Cecile Brault at St. Joseph Church on June 30, 1962. Dick had worked for the Post Office for 12 years. He owned and operated the Essex Bowling Center and had worked driving bus for Green Mountain Transit. Up until two months ago he had worked in the Communications Department of the Roman Catholic Diocese for eight years, producing the television masses and "Journey." Dick liked hunting and fishing, bowling, playing golf, his winter trips to Florida with his family and making friends there in Fla. He also enjoyed all of his family gatherings. He was a longtime musician at St. Joseph Church at the 11 a.m. Sunday mass. Dick is survived by his wife of 48 years, Cecile (Brault) Savage; his daughter, Karen Savage of Burlington; his daughter-in-law, Kathy and her husband, Kevin Sullivan of Belchertown, Mass.; his sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Stephen Sumner of Burlington; his sisters-in-law and brothersin-law, Rita and Larry Fontaine of Burlington, Marcel and Nancy Brault of Milton, Doris and Chuck Alberts of Essex, Rachel and Ken O'Brien of Burlington, Mike and Linda Brault of Milton; his three grandchildren, Haley and Dylan Dexter and Tori Sullivan; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Dick was predeceased by his parents; and his son, Kevin, in 1989. The family would like to thank the Vt. Center for Cancer Medicine, Dr. Christian Thomas and staff, the Bishop Brady Center, and the VNA and Hospice of the Champlain Valley for all of their great care and support during Dick's illness. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 14, in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception with interment to follow in New Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions in Dick's memory to the Vermont Cancer Center, 89 Beaumont Ave., Burlington, Vt. 05405-0075.

ESSEX JUNCTION - Richard P. Sawyer died peacefully at the Arbors in Shelburne on Aug. 17, 2010. Richard was 75 years of age. Richard was born on Feb. 3, 1935 in Bennington to Catherine LeBlanc and Daniel Sawyer. He attended Sacred Heart Elementary School and was a graduate of Bennington High School in 1953. He worked at BenMont Paper immediately after high school for over nine years. He was a Flight Instructor in both fixed and rotary wing aircraft at the Bennington airport. He joined the Vermont National Guard on Dec. 9, 1952, while still in high school. He graduated Officer Candidate School at Camp Johnson in Winooski in 1959. He was later commissioned as a Second Lt. branched armor. He was transferred to Bennington and assigned as a Tank Platoon Leader. He later went to Fort Rucker, Ala. in 1961 to begin the Officer Fixed Wing and Rotary Aviator Course. In 1965, he moved his family to Essex Junction, and went to work full time for the VTARNG. After a 35 1/2 year career, Richard retired as a Lt. Colonel with 10,598 hours of flight time. In retirement, Richard enjoyed dancing, singing karaoke, woodworking and spending time with his family and friends at his home. His favorite pastime was researching family genealogy and writing his autobiography. Richard enjoyed living in Essex Junction, including becoming a Captain for the Neighborhood Watch program, where he "served" for over 20 years. The Essex Police Department awarded Richard a Certificate of Service for his dedication and devotion to this program in Aug. of 2009. Richard loved life and enjoyed it to the fullest, including his last days spent at the Arbors. Richard leaves behind his wife, Gail Spencer, whom he was married to for 56 years. He also leaves behind one son, Jeffrey and his wife, Cathy; a daughter, Deborah Jorschick and her husband, John; two grandchildren, Christopher and Ada; one sister, Marjorie; a sister-inlaw, Mary; and several nieces and nephews. Richard was predeceased by his parents, originally of Bennington. He was also predeceased by three brothers, Daniel Jr., Francis and Edward; and one sister, Rose-Marie. Richard's family wants to thank the staff of The Arbors for the care they offered over the last year and for making sure his beer mug was full of O'Doul's at all times. The family also wishes to thank Home Instead, especially Anne Kline, for the loving care she gave him at home. And last but not least, Dr. James Boyd for his expert care for Richard's Parkinson's Disease over the past 10 years. Calling hours will be at Corbin and Palmer, Pleasant Street, Essex Junction, from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 20, 2010 and the Funeral will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010 at St. Lawrence Parish, Essex Junction, with interment immediately to follow at Fairview Cemetery, Essex Junction. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Essex Rescue, 1 Educational Dr., Essex Jct., VT 05452 or The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Church Street Station, P.O. Box 780, New York, NY 10008-0780.

BURLINGTON, VT/ READING, PA - Margaret Harrell Saylor, 88, of Burlington, Vt. formerly of Reading, Pa., died peacefully at the Vermont Respite House on Feb. 26, 2010. She has lived at the Converse Home in Burlington for the last three years. Margaret was born in Elizabeth, N.J., the youngest daughter of Louise and George Harrell. She was an undergraduate at Mary Baldwin College in Staunton, Va., and graduated from Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School in New York City. As she and her husband, John S. Saylor, Jr., raised their four children in Wyomissing Hills, Pa., Margaret was very active in the First Presbyterian Church of Reading, Junior League, Southeast Ministry, nonprofit low income housing, Board member of the Reading Public Library, and the Association for Research and Enlightenment (A.R.E.). Later in life she joined the Society of Friends of Reading, drawn to their interest in social action. The focus of Margaret's life was both her family and her caring for others. Many people were fortunate enough to benefit from her ongoing support. Exploring her spirituality was also important to her. She had a great love of the dogs in her life who brought her much comfort. Her family is deeply appreciative of the loving care of the staff of Gardenview at the Converse Home, as well as the compassionate hospice care of the staff at Vermont Respite House. She was so fortunate to be treated with such respect and support. She is survived by her four children, John Saylor and his spouse Sherry of Grapevine, Texas, Rebecca Brooks and her spouse Robert Pasco of Williston, Vt., Brian Saylor of Mohnton, Pa., and Sandra Seaman and her spouse Mark, of Wyomissing Hills, Pa. Six grandchildren also survive her, two of whom grew up in Williston, Vt., Victoria and Stefan Brooks. Margaret was predeceased by her husband, her two older sisters, and her son-inlaw, David Brooks, of Williston, Vt. A memorial service in Margaret's honor will be held on March 11, 2010, in Reading, Pa. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to A.R.E., 215 67th St., Virginia Beach, Va. 23451 or the Converse Home, 272 Church St., Burlington, Vt., 05401.

BENNINGTON - Michael John Schultheis, age 59 years, recently of Bennington, died suddenly on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010. Born in St. Albans on Dec. 27, 1950, he was the son of the late, William Henry and Barbara (Manchester) Schultheis. Michael received his early education in St. Albans Town and was a 1969 ProMerito graduate of Bellows Free Academy of St. Albans. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and worked as a medic at the Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital in Washington, D.C. After receiving an honorable discharge from the Army, Michael attended Fanny Allen School of Nursing. Due to illness, Michael was unable to continue regular employment. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Michael leaves a brother, Arnold William and his wife, Catherine Schultheis, of Cape Coral, Fla.; four sisters, Geraldine Cobb and her husband, Donald, of Swanton, Anne Lamphere of Swanton, Deborah Billings and her husband, Dana, of Amherst, OH and Angela Arel and her husband, Mark, of Swanton; as well as aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Burial will take place in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga Veterans Cemetery, Saratoga, N.Y. Should friends desire, contributions in Michael's memory may be made to the Vermont Food Bank.

SWANTON - Alanna Joyce Schuster, 13 months old died unexpectedly Friday evening, June 4, 2010 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. Born in St. Albans on May 4, 2009, Alanna was the daughter of Nicholas R. and Jodie L. (Derosia) Schuster and the sister of Wyatt James Derosia. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 11 a.m. from the Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Ave., Swanton, (802868-3331). The Rev. Dr. Marguerite C. Gage will officiate. Interment will follow in the family lot in Riverside Cemetery, Swanton. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday evening, June 11, 2010 from 7 to 9 p.m. Gifts in Alanna's memory may be made to a fund established in her memory in care of Jamie Lefebvre, 54 Second Street, Swanton.

WILLISTON - Jack Edward Seibert, age 89, died suddenly Friday evening, May 7, 2010, at his home with his son at his side, from cardiac arrest. He had heart disease, which was causing his health to deteriorate over the last six months. He had suffered a heart attack in 1977. He was born on May 2, 1921, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Harry R. and Hazel M. (Ely) Seibert. Jack was a graduate of the College of Agriculture at Ohio State University in 1948, with a Bachelor of Science Degree, including English and journalism courses. Between his sophomore and junior years, he served three years, from Nov. 1942 to Dec. 1945, as a medic assigned to Company "G" of the 155th Infantry, 31st Division, joining the unit in Camp Shelby, Miss. He saw combat duty in the Pacific, including the Philippines, and received the Bronze Star for rescuing a seriously wounded comrade while under heavy fire. After graduation from Ohio State in 1948, Jack joined the editorial staff of The Ohio Farmer in Cleveland. The following year he moved to the editorial staff of its sister publication Michigan Farmer in East Lansing, Mich., where he married Frances Wilson in 1950. Jack and Frances had a son, Edward, in East Lansing, in 1951. In 1956, Jack and family moved to Libertyville, Ill., a suburb 40 miles north of Chicago. He commuted by train to the Chicago Loop for 27 years. The choice of Libertyville for their home was to provide the desired environment for raising their son, including an excellent school system. Jack worked in an agricultural advertising agency, on the editorial staff of International Harvester Farm Magazine, and on the public relations staff of National 4-H Service Committee, the organization serving federal and state 4-H staffs and private corporations in support of 4-H through educational materials, information, promotional releases and scholarships. His career included department head, writing editorial column, editing, writing feature stories, taking photos, and creating advertisements. Upon retirement in 1983, Jack and Frances moved to the Burlington area to be close to their son, and became quite active in the First Congregational Church of Burlington. His church activities have included the newsletter committee, Bible study, Men's breakfast, and a deacon of the church. Jack is survived by his son, Edward Wilson Seibert, of Richmond/Williston; three nephews, and grandnephews. He was predeceased by his parents; and brothers, Robert and Richard. A memorial service will be held in the First Congregational Church, 28 S. Winooski Ave, Burlington, at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 12. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Jack's memory to either Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, PO Box 27106, New York, NY 10087-7106 or National 4-H Council, c/o Wachovia Bank, PO Box 75375, Baltimore, MD 212755375.

MIDDLEBURY - Ronald Arthur Selleck, 72, died Monday, March 29, 2010, at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington, from a severe attack of Pancreatitis. He was surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Selleck was born in Middlebury on Feb. 19, 1938. He was the son of Arthur and Clara (Hope) Selleck. He received his education in local Middlebury schools. In 1972 he purchased Selleck's Electrical, Plumbing and Heating business from his father. He has been the chairman of the Middlebury Cemetery Association for over 30 years. He was an active member of his community. In his earlier years he was a member of the Middlebury Fire Department and more recently dispatcher for the fire department. He served in the Army National Guard and was honorably discharged from active duty in 1962, as a sergeant. Ron was a family man who enjoyed gathering with his family and friends. All who knew him will miss his social qualities and gentle and friendly manner. He belonged to Middlebury American Legion Post #27. He was a communicant at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Middlebury. Surviving is his wife Sally, whom he married in Middlebury on August 12, 1961, his son Myron and his wife Connie, all of Middlebury, his brother James and his wife Janet of Salisbury, a sister Alice and her husband Francis Sumner of Bristol, his grandson Scott and his fiancé Kayla Anderson, granddaughter Torri and her fiancé Will Strong, granddaughter Heather and great granddaughter Kaylie and his sister-in-law Greta Selleck of Weybridge. He was predeceased by a brother William Selleck. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Apr. 3, 2010, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Middlebury. The Rev. William Beaudin, pastor will be the celebrant. The graveside committal service and burial, with military honors, will take place, at a later date, in Middlebury Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at FAHC Medical ICU, for all that they did. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made, in his memory to; The Battell Hose Company, 5 Seymour St, Middlebury, Vt. 05753.

SOUTH BURLINGTON - Jeanette M. Seltzer, 76, of So. Burlington, died on Monday, May 17, 2010 in Fletcher Allen Health Care. She was born in South Bend, Ind. on Jan. 11, 1934. Jeanette is survived by her sons Ronald Seltzer Jr. and his wife, Darlene, of Burlington, Daniel Seltzer of Indiana, and by her grandson, Sean Seltzer. She was predeceased by her husband, Ronald F. Seltzer Sr. in 2002. At her request, there will be no services. For those who wish, donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one's choice.

MIDDLEBURY - Charles Daniel Severy, 80, died Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010, surrounded by the love of his "Three Girls". Charles was born in Middlebury on Feb. 15, 1929. He was the son of Harry and Nettie (Bodette) Severy. He attended schools in Salisbury, Middlebury and Albany, N.Y. Charles was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War having served in the United States Navy. He retired from Standard Register Company where he served as a computer operator and later went on to work at Grand Union and Shaw's Markets. Charles passion in life was his family, gardening, laughter and especially dancing. He was a former member of the American Legion. He was a communicant at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Middlebury. Charles is survived by his wife and best friend of 58 years Lorraine Bertrand Severy of Middlebury; whom he married Sept. 15, 1951, his daughters Judith Severy of Middlebury and Deborah Salant and her husband Barry of Richmond, grandson Nick Salant and granddaughter Danielle Salant, his nephews Charles, Robert, David and Patrick Shaw and a niece Donna Patterson. Charles was predeceased by his parents, his beloved son Oral, a sister Jourdaine Shaw and brother Oral Severy. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010, at 11 a.m. in St. Mary's Church in Middlebury; The Rev William Beaudin will be the celebrant. Following the service a reception for a time of remembrance and fellowship will be held in the social room at St Mary's Church. A private graveside committal service and burial, with military honors will be held at a later date, in St Mary's Cemetery in Middlebury. Friends may call at the Miller & Ketcham Funeral Home in Brandon on Friday, Feb. 19, from 4 to 7 p.m., where a Vigil Service will be held by Fr. Beaudin. Memorial gifts may be made in his memory to the Addison County Home Health and Hospice, P.O. Box 754, Middlebury, Vt. or to the Middlebury Fire Department for The Harry Severy Memorial Fund, 5 Seymour St, Middlebury, Vt. 05753. Charles family sends their deepest gratitude to Anne, Tim, Doug and Sarah and all the hospice volunteers for their support and kindness. And now our dearest husband, father and Poppi we send you to dance amongst the angels.

BRISTOL - Mrs. Mary E. Shackett, 69, died early Thursday morning Sept. 30, 2010 at her residence. She was born Nov. 19, 1940 in South Burlington, the daughter of Leonard K. and Beatrice M. (Soulia) Roberts. Mary was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church. She enjoyed playing Bingo, cards, Yahtzee and playing slot machines, and was an avid photographer. Mary enjoyed spending time with her family and traveling and wintering in Florida. She is survived by her three children, James B. Jennings of Bristol, Kenneth A. Jennings Jr. of Sarasota, Fla., and Laurie Goodsell and her husband, Andy, of Union City, Mich; by her sister, Barb Marquis of Cornwall; by her brothers, John "Jack" Roberts of Vergennes, Richard Roberts of Melbourne, Fla., Paul Roberts of Burlington, and Leonard K. Roberts Jr. of Troutville,Va.; by her eight grandchildren, nine greatgrandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Ronald J. Shackett, who died Feb. 25, 2010; also by her brothers, William and David Roberts; and by one great-grandchild. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010 at 11 a.m. in Fairdale Cemetery on Creek Road in Middlebury. The Rev. Pierre A. Lavallee, Pastor of St. Ambrose Catholic Church will officiate.