RICHFORD / BARRE – Jesse A. Wetherby
....show , age 26, went into the arms of his Lord, with his loving family by his side on Sunday January 1, 2012, following a brief illness. He was born November 18, 1985 in Burlington the son of Donald A. & Madeline P. (Paquette) Wetherby. Jesse lived the life of the Differently Abled with faith, strength, courage, dignity, and always with the love of his family. As a youth, Jesse was a member of the Boy Scouts, and the Columbian Squires of All Saints Catholic Church. He had a way of bringing out the best in many people who met him. His smiles were contagious as his Mom always said “they were worth a million”. His crystal blue eyes and long eye lashes were the envy of many. For his senior project he grew out his wavy hair to donate to Wigs for Kids program (hair donated for cancer patients). Upon graduating from Richford Jr./Sr. High School in 2007 he moved to Barre to live at the Hill Street Group Home. Jesse was a humorous young man who enjoyed listening to music, being read to, looking at colorful lights, rooting for his Patriots team, and sitting on the porch at home feeling the warm summer sun while listening to nature’s sounds. He also loved visiting his family, especially being with his nephews. Jesse leaves his Parents, Donald & Madeline Wetherby of Richford; a Sister, Amy Wood and her husband Jarred of Richford; a Brother, Isaac Wetherby and his girlfriend Samantha Stevens of Burlington; his Nephews, Xavier, Aiden and Conner Wood who were his best buddies. Maternal grandmother, Therese Paquette of Enosburg Falls; Paternal grandmother, Barbara Tidd of Charlestown, NH; many Aunts and Uncles especially Uncle Eddie and Aunt Florence Doyle of Richford; also many cousins and his extended family from Franklin County Home Health and the Hill Street Group Home of Barre. Jesse was predeceased by his Grandfathers, Donald R. Wetherby, Gerard Paquette and Edward Tidd; Aunts, Monique & Viki Paquette and Uncle Jerome Paquette. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 11:00 AM at All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St., Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in the All Saints Cemetery in Richford. Visiting hours will be held Friday, from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Jesse’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Washington County Mental Health Agency – Hill Street Home, 201 Hill Street, Barre, VT 05641 The family would like to thank the many Doctors, caregivers, family & friends that offered their support during Jesse’s life.
SHELDON (RICE HILL) – Sandra K. Brown
....show , age 50, passed away Tuesday afternoon at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington with her loving family at her side. She was born in St. Albans on May 29, 1961 the daughter of Iris Pelkey and the late Carl T. Benneig. Sandra was a 1979 graduate of BFA St. Albans. She held many jobs including working as a waitress in many area restaurants, Administrative Assistant at Lucille Farms, Factory Worker at Ben & Jerry’s and most recently Assistant Manager at Peebles Dept. Store in St. Albans. She enjoyed doing crafts, going to craft shows, painting, shopping and traveling. She especially loved the companionship of her Dachshunds, Lola & Athena. She is survived by her sons, Dayton Brown Jr. and his friend Heather French, Ryan Brown and his friend Krystal Kelley; and their father, Dayton Brown Sr. all of Franklin; her mother, Iris Jones and her friend Richard Peters of St. Albans; brother, David Benneig of Rice Hill; sister, Terry Benneig of Newport; half-brother, Jamie Benneig of Williston; half-sister, Stacy Jeffery of Colorado Springs, CO; sister-in-law, Eileen Benneig of Rice Hill; several nieces and nephews; and her good friend, Tom Tatro. Besides her father, Sandra was predeceased by her brother, Gary “Fuzz” Benneig; and sister, Patricia Bostic. Funeral services will be held Sunday January 8, 2012 at 1:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Jason McConnell officiating. Interment will follow in the Rice Hill Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home Sunday from 11:00 AM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Sandra’s memory may be made to Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478
ENOSBURG FALLS – Francis “Frank” Pariseau
....show , age 68, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. He was born January 17, 1943 in Sherbrooke, Quebec Canada the son of the late Henri & Elianne (Fortin) Pariseau. Frank attended Sherbrooke Elementary School. In 1952 at the age of 9 Frank’s family moved from Canada to Sheldon. He attended Holy Angels School and was a 1959 graduate of St. Mary’s High School in St. Albans. His only hobby, ambition and love was working and he started working at A. Bonneau Machinery at the age of 15 and eventually bought the business which he has operated for the past 37 years. As a young man he also worked at Fonda Container in St. Albans. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. He enjoyed going to the casino to gamble, playing 500 which he played nearly every day and was an avid Canadian’s fan faithfully watching Hockey Night in Canada. He is survived by his wife, Joan (Bocash) Pariseau of Enosburg Falls. Frank & Joan were married on May 2, 1964. He is also survived by his children, Michael Pariseau and his wife Andrea of Richford, and Sarah Pariseau of Rutland; 2 sisters, Julienne Greenia and her husband Raymond of Burlington and Lucille Bourbeau and her husband Frank of Medway, MA; several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Frank was predeceased by a brother, Laurent “Larry” Pariseau; and 2 sisters Georgette Kane & Rachel Pariseau. Funeral services will be held Tuesday January 10, 2012 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Monday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Frank’s memory may be made to Enosburgh Ambulance Service, 83 Sampsonville Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
RICHFORD – Glendora Rose Mayotte
....show , age 97, passed away Friday evening, January 6, 2012 at Ave Maria Community Care Home in Richford. She was born February 11, 1914 in Berkshire the daughter of the late Edward & Eva (Longley) Mayotte. Glendora was raised in Berkshire and for nearly 54 years she made her home in Framingham, MA returning to Vermont in 1986. She was the owner of Glen Ellen Hairstyles in Wellesley, MA. for 12 years. She was a great cook and especially enjoyed the Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots and watching golf. Glendora is survived by her nephew, David Mayotte and his wife Barbara of Fletcher; her nieces, Marlene McGowan and Brenda McGowan both of Enosburg, Lois Fazenbaker of Fredericksburg, VA and Jane Lariviere and her husband Marc of Richford and a sister-in-law, Hattie Mayotte of Richford. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Elmer, Richard and Ralph Mayotte; her sisters, Mamie Hurtubise & Alberta McGowan and her dear friend Lloyd Eldridge. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 13, 2012 at 10:30 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 140 Main Street, Richford. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in the Edgell Grove Cemetery in Framingham, MA. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 9:30 until the time of the service. For those who wish, contributions in Glendora’s memory may be made to the Richford Ambulance Service, PO Box 236, Richford, VT 05476. Glendora's family would like to express their appreciation to the staff as well as Claire and Hib Doe for the thoughtful care they provided her while she was a resident at Ave Maria.
ENOSBURG FALLS – Maria L. Magoon
....show , age 74 died Friday, January 6, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington surrounded by her loved ones. She was born September 21, 1937 in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico the daughter of the late Feliz Pimentel & Ramone Delgado. She attended La Central High School in Santurce, Puerto Rico. On October 22, 1960 she married Jon Magoon and moved to Richford. Later they made their home in Enosburg Falls. Maria enjoyed flower gardening, playing BINGO and being with her family and friends. She loved to dance and visit her relatives in Puerto Rico. She is survived by her husband, Jon Magoon; her children, Mark and his wife Jeanne Whiting Magoon of Enosburg Falls, Jean and her husband Richard Otto of Rancho Palos, CA, and Lance Magoon of Richford; her grandchildren, Dylan & Carly Magoon and Devin Otto; her brother, Jose Delgado and his wife Milagro Torres; and her sister, Gloria and her husband Rafael Diaz all of Puerto Rico; several nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be held Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church, 245 Church St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Jon Bly officiating. Interment will be next spring at the Hillside Cemetery in Richford. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Maria’s memory may be made to Enosburgh Ambulance Service, 83 Sampsonville Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
Chicopee, MA / Montgomery Center, VT – Alice J. (Dupre) Deuso
....show , age 74, passed away in the peace of her home surrounded by her family. She was born on Sept. 17, 1937 in Montgomery Center, VT. She was a daughter of the late Willie and Jeanne (Desjardins) Dupre. She was a communicant of the former St George Church. Alice is predeceased by her husband Romeo Deuso who passed away in 1987. She leaves 2 sons, Thomas Deuso of Green Bay, WI and William Deuso and his wife Louise of Springfield, MA; 2 daughters, Karen Jeanne Lathrop and her husband Warren of Chelsea, VT and Kimberly Deuso of Indian Orchard; 5 brothers, Arthur M. Dupre of Springfield, Charles Dupre of Agawam, Paul Dupre of Barre, VT, Roger Dupre of Long Island, NY and Roland Dupre of Underhill, VT; 1 sister, Rita St. Onge of Enosburg Falls, VT and her 12 beloved grandchildren. Alice was a former Den Mother of Cub Scout Pack 300, a former member of the Moose Club and a friend of the Chicopee Library. She also loved to spend time playing with her wonderful grandchildren, tending to her flower beds, reading and being with her close friends. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 from 4 - 7 p.m. at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450. Family will be gathering on Thursday, January 12, 2012 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Spears Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial being held at 2:00 p.m. in St Isidore Catholic Church, 169 Mountain Rd., Montgomery Center. Burial will be in the spring time at the convenience of the family in St Isidore Cemetery, Montgomery Center, VT. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Baystate Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, 50 Maple St, Springfield, MA 01103.
MONTGOMERY CENTER - Robert “Bob” Cota
....show peacefully passed away with his immediate family by his side on January 7, 2012. Bob was born on June 23, 1942 in Lowell, Vermont, the son the late Leon and Katherine (Crandall) Cota. Bob, an Army Veteran, loved Vermont and it’s community. He coached Little League Baseball, served on the Montgomery Water Board, was the Montgomery Fire Department Chief for many years, but his belief to help those in need is what he is best known for. Bob is survived by his wife of 49 years, Sandie, and their sons Dana, his wife Kelly and their two sons Evan and Connor, and son Marty and daughter Krystal. He also leaves behind his brother Eric, his wife Jo, and their children Jim and Lynn, his brother Ken and daughter Heather, and his sister Kathy and Husband Forest, mother in-law Evelyn Hart, and a beloved list of nieces and nephews. Bob enjoyed spending time with his two grandsons and his special moment was watching his grandson Evan’s first successful deer hunt. His other loves included playing poker, a good game of gin, cribbage, or pool. In keeping with Bob’s wishes, his memorial will be simple. A gathering of friends will be held at the American Legion, Post 42, in Enosburg on Saturday January 14, 2012 at 2:00 pm. The family requests in lieu of gifts, a generous memorial donation be forwarded to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 in Bob Cota’s name. Also in keeping with Bob’s wishes, a celebration of life party will be held at the Cota Camp during the summer of 2012. The day will include a spreading of ashes in the places that Bob loved most, a muzzle loader salute, and a life celebration memorial service. The date will be announced at the convenience of the Cota family.
BERKSHIRE CENTER / ST. ALBANS – Richard Arlin Jewett
....show , age 67, passed away unexpectedly at his home in St. Albans on Sunday, January 8, 2012. Richard was born on July 3, 1944 in St. Albans the son of Arlin Jewett and the late Geneva (Johnson) Jewett. Richard was a 1962 graduate of BFA St. Albans. After high school he worked for Simmons Precision in Vergennes and Fonda Container in St. Albans. He then went to basic training for the Vermont National Guard for 6 months and was part of the Enosburg Falls Unit of the Vermont National Guard for six years. In 1966 he started working for G.E / General Dynamics in Burlington retiring in 2011 after 46 years of dedicated service. Richard had a deep routed love for the community of Berkshire Center and the farm he grew up on, and was a member of the Berkshire Center Cemetery Association, and the Berkshire Historical Society. He was also a member American Legion Post # 1 of St. Albans. He enjoyed collecting antiques, refurbishing antique cars, going to car shows and auctions. He is survived by his father, Arlin Jewett of Berkshire Center; his ex-wife, Audrey Jewett of St. Albans; his daughter, Andrea Jewett of St. Albans, his step daughter, Elizabeth Ann Machia and her husband Earl of Highgate; his beloved grandchildren, Zackary, Dylan & Riley Machia, and Logan Jewett; his siblings, James Jewett and his wife Theresa of Jay, Marilyn Gelinas and her husband Ed of Grand Isle, and Linda Foster and her husband Jim of Poulsbo, WA; several nieces and nephews. Richard was predeceased by his cherished mother, Geneva (Johnson) Jewett on December 30, 2001. Richard will be remembered by his family as a kind hearted, caring, loving and reliable person. Funeral services will be held Friday January 13, 2012 at 2:00 PM at the 2nd Congregational Church if Berkshire Center, Watertower Road, Berkshire with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. Interment will be held next spring on the Berkshire Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Thursday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Richards’s memory may be made to the Berkshire Center Cemetery Association, C/O Gary Fiske, 2503 Duffy Hill Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 or to the 2nd Congregational Church of Berkshire Center, C/O Marjorie Stowe, 4447 Watertower Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450
BAKERSFIELD – Henry Isidor “Squee” Lawyer
....show , age 95, husband of the late Althema “Theme” Lawyer, passed away Tuesday afternoon, January 10, 2012 at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton. He was born January 22, 1916 in Bakersfield the son of the late Gordon & Bertha (Wagner) Lawyer. Squee entered the U.S. Army in 1942 serving in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe during WWII receiving his honorable discharge in 1945. From 1948 to 1990 along with his wife, owned and operated Lawyer’s Garage and then Lawyer’s Store in Bakersfield. During his time in the garage he ran several race cars on the local dirt tracks. He was a former member of the Bakersfield Fire Dept. and had helped to build the original Fire House. He also served on the Prudential Committee for the Bakersfield Water District and was a member of the V.F.W. Robert Glidden Post #758 in St. Albans. Squee enjoyed snowmobiling, playing horseshoes, chess and especially a good card game of any type. On the weekends, Squee and Theme enjoyed going out to the local dance halls. He is survived by his son, Alan Lawyer and his wife Vera of Bakersfield; his foster daughter, Winifred Kuebler and her husband George of Swanton; his grandchildren, Marsha Bissonnette her husband Steven and their children Owen & Anya of Bakersfield, and Michael Lawyer his companion Vicky Lagrow and her children Ryan & Cody of Franklin; his brother, Donald Lawyer and his wife Pauline of Bakersfield; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Squee was predeceased by his sisters and their husbands, Bernice & Aubrey Churchill, Beatrice & Hubert “Mike” Young, and Lillian & Roger Baker. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 12:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Lyle Willey officiating. Interment will follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Bakersfield. Relatives and friends may call on the family at the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Squee’s memory may be made to the Bakersfield Fire Dept., P.O. Box 12, Bakersfield, VT 05441
BELVIDERE – Beverly J. Eldred
....show , age 86, passed away Friday January 13, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. She was born in Island Pond, VT on May 26, 1925 the daughter of the late Raymond & Frances (Lafountain) Casavant. Beverly was a devout Christian and lifelong resident of Belvidere who spent most of her life lovingly raising her 7 children. She was an excellent cook, listener and quilter, often selling her award winning quilts at local gift shops and ski resorts. Beverly loved listening to worship music and occasionally adopting or helping stray animals. She will be remembered as a great woman who was always there for her children, grandchildren and community. She is survived by her son, Artie Tanner of Belvidere; her daughters and their husbands, Beverly & Neale Brown of Colchester, Debby & Wes Wimberley of Selah, WA, Valerie & Lee Gabbeitt of South Burlington, Pamela & John Lyzanchuk of Yakima, WA, and Darlene & Ed Shearer of Portland, ME; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Besides her parents Beverly was predeceased by her first husband, Arthur Tanner Sr., her second husband, Kermet Eldred Sr., and her son and daughter-in-law, Kermet Jr. & Cheryl Eldred. In keeping with Beverly’s wishes there will be no public services at this time, a graveside service will be held this spring in the Belvidere Center Cemetery. For those who wish, contributions in Beverly’s memory may be made to Lamoille County Meals on Wheels Program, 27 Upper Main Street, Morrisville, VT 05661 or any church in Belvidere.
ST.ALBANS / ALBURGH – Ruth L. Judd
....show – It was a beautiful cold sunny afternoon on January 19, 2012 when the Angels assisted Our Lord and Savior in delivering Ruth Linnie (Miller; Place) Judd to her eternal resting place in Heaven. Ruth was born on September 04, 1927 in Newport, VT, to Olin A and Alma J (Sweet) Miller. She lived in North Troy, was a graduate of the Class of 1945 and enjoyed attending her Alumni's until her health in the past few years hasn't allowed her to make the trip. For many years Ruth was a Homemaker taking care of her daughters and other family members. She later worked at the Weyerhauser Veneer Mill as a veneer grader. Ruth also worked for the Visiting Nurse Association for 15 years working mainly in the "Grand Isle County area". In 1969 she married Roy G Judd in East Franklin, in June of 1969, they moved to Fairfield, VT until retirement from The Farm. At that time they moved to Alburgh and made their home at Pine Manor for the next 20+ years. Ruth was also a Volunteer Foster Grandmother for grades 1 and 2 at the Alburgh School and took this job very seriously for 11 years helping the little children and showing them extra love and that someone cares. Ruth attended Care Partners in St. Albans for over a decade and was a key part in helping with decisions for the new building to make sure the residence needs were met. After her husband pre-deceased her on 01/16/10 she made her home at The Franklin County Rehab and Adult Ctr. Ruth was involved with many activities at the Rehab Ctr. and was a participant on the Residence Council Committee, participated in the chorus and always loved bowling on Friday mornings using the WII. Ruth belong to many organizations over her lifetime and most recently was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post # 60 in Alburgh VT. Has held many past offices and being part of many committees for the American Legion Jay Peak Unit # 28 Ladies Auxiliary. Counselor at Girls State 1949 and winning the Model Town Award. She was a Phytian Sister Unit # 12 and held many offices there as well. Junior Womens Club Pres. 4-H Club leader in North Troy and Fairfield for over 20+ years. Also during her years in North Troy she was very active in the United Church of Christ as a member and past Superintendent of Sunday School. Ruth was a supporter of "the Grassroots" communicating her support and opinions on many issues relating to the elderly and there rights. Also received the Volunteer Community Service Award from Past Governor Howard Dean. Ruth was very proud of her family and leaves a legacy of love and will be dearly missed by her Children Deborah and husband Arnold Bolio of Middlesex, Karleen Ruth Place of Fairfield, Dianne Rounds and husband Ted of Essex Jct, Diane Judd and partner Gary Wilson of St. Albans, Rodney Judd of Fairfield, Gary Judd and wife Leisha of Franklin, Tammy Cook and partner Leo Roberge of St. Albans, Patti Judd of Swanton. Her sister Pauline Terwilliger of Fairfax. 12 Grandchildren, 18 (plus 1 to be born in March) Great Grandchildren and 2 (plus 1 due any day) Great Great Grandchildren. She held a very special angel close to her heart "Little Charlie" who was the sunshine on a cloudy day he lit up any room he was in and visited weekly, he was a star with all the residents and the workers. She has many furry Grand-Dogs as well that always loved going to gram's to get a special treat. Special Niece Tammy Dee Ryan of Fletcher and Nephew Robert "Bobby" Miller of FL who made his way yearly to visit her. Many nieces and nephews, sister in laws, Marge Place of NH, Evelyn Judd of Ontario, brother in law and wife Sidney and Madeline Judd of Sutton, Quebec. Ruth was pre-deceased by her parents, her first born daughter Shirley Ann Place, husband Roy, Brothers Charles and Lee and son Dale Judd. Ruth was a kind hearted, loving individual that would make you smile and laugh even on your worse day, she was a friend to everyone. She was loved by her care attendants and all of the Rehab staff and she equally cared and loved them, always willing to listen and lend her advice. Ruth was a woman of faith and had a great love for her Lord Jesus. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 1:00 PM at the East Franklin Union Church, 4610 Lake Road, East Franklin. A luncheon hosted by the Franklin & East Franklin United Women will be held at the Franklin Homestead – FELCO Room immediately following the memorial service. Interment will take place next spring in the Newport Center Cemetery. Per her wishes in lieu of flowers donations in her memory to one of the following organizations would please her: Franklin County Rehab and Adult Ctr. Attn: Enrichment Dept. 110 Fairfax Rd, St. Albans, VT 05478, Alburgh Fire and Rescue C/O Terry Tatro, Treas. (for all the kindness and help on the many trips to the hospitals and help at the apt.) Alburgh, VT 05440, Champlain Islanders Developing Essential Resources Inc. (aka C.I.D.E.R.) PO Box 13, South Hero, VT 05486. The family would like to thank all the staff at Franklin County Rehab for the love and support given to their Mother and for going above and beyond. As Ruth would always tell you "thank you until you are better rewarded" she loved you all as her own.
MONTGOMERY CENTER – Rosanna M. Brunton
....show , age 95, passed away Saturday evening, January 21, 2012 at the Franklin County Rehab Center in St. Albans. She was born October 21, 1916 in Montgomery the daughter of the late James J. & Marion (Lefebvre) Deuso. She was a lifelong resident of Montgomery and a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church and the St. Theresa Society. Rosanna, along with her husband Allen owned and operated a dairy farm on the Mountain Road. She was devoted hard worker and was responsible for the milking and helping during haying while raising her children. She enjoyed playing cards, sewing, knitting and reading. Most of all she loved to spend time and help raise her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Shirley Sturgeon of Enosburg Falls, Charlene Lathrop of Northfield, and Stuart Brunton and his wife Stephanie of Montgomery Center; 15 Grandchildren, 29 Great Grandchildren and 15 Great Great Grandchildren; brothers, Joseph Deuso and his wife Charlotte of Springfield, MA and Howard Deuso of Enosburg Falls; sister, Marie Latimer and her husband Raymond of Enosburg Falls; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Allen Brunton; her sons, Aaron & Reuben Brunton; her sisters, Doris Desjardins, Ida Godin, Annette Larocque and Lucille Meunier; and her brothers, Romeo, Charles & Louis Deuso. Funeral services will be held Thursday January 26, 2012 at 11:00 AM at St. Isidore Catholic Church, 169 Mountain Road, Montgomery Center with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will be held this spring at St. Isidore’s Catholic Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Wednesday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Rosanna’s memory may be made to St. Isidore Catholic Church C/O Rev. Karl Hahr, 152 Main St., Richford, VT 05476 or to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478
RICHFORD – Ronald West
....show , age 86, passed away peacefully Saturday morning January 28, 2012 surrounded by his loving family at the St. Albans Health & Rehab facility. He was born August 30, 1925 in Sheldon the son of the late Charles & Alberta (Sheltra) West. Ronald enjoyed hunting and fishing as a young man but his one passion was fiddling. He was an accomplished self-taught fiddler and began playing at the age of 13. Throughout his playing career Ron won several competitions including the Northeast Regional in 1968 and 1969, Craftsbury Common in 1974, Stark, New Hampshire in 1975, and the Traditional New England Fiddlers Contest held in Hartford, CT in 1976. Ron was also invited to Weiser, Idaho for National competitions, once as a competitor and once as a judge. He was a member of the Northeast Fiddlers Association since 1967, serving several positions as a director. Ron’s fiddling has also been featured in the Smithsonian, and his legacy will live on through his music. He is survived by his children; Ronald West of Richford, Thomas West and his wife Gail of Richford, Larry West and his wife Jeannie of Enosburg, Jay West of St. Albans, David West of Richford, Christopher West and his wife Belinda of Hahira, GA and Linda West of St. Albans; His Grandchildren, Matthew West of St. Albans, Ronald West Jr. of Chicago, IL, Rebecca Corbiere and her husband Tom of Georgia, Jamie West and his wife Jennifer of Newport, Jessica Eagles and her husband Duane of Enosburg, Joshua West of Boston, MA, Lucas West of Enosburg and Jordan West of Winooski; his Great Grandchildren, Benjamin and Leah West of Newport and Bradyn Eagles of Enosburg; his 2 sisters; Beverly Little of Toronto, ONT, and Doris Farrar of Plymouth, CT; his sisters-in-law, Geraldine “Toot” D’Agostino and Eunice Hogan; his brothers-in-law, Raymond Hunter and Raymond Parent and his wife Charlotte, along with several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Ronald was predeceased by his wife, Betty (Farrar) West; his son, Robert West; his sisters, Shirley Tremblay, Lorraine Delaire, Norma Mayhew & Juanita Hunter; and his brothers, Charles West and Lynwood “Chick” West. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 11:00 AM at All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St., Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will be held this spring in the Richford Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Ronald’s memory may be made to the Northeast Fiddlers Association, C/O David Carr, 376 East Bakersfield Road, Bakersfield, VT. 05441
ENOSBURG FALLS / FAIRFIELD – B. Dean Wanzer
....show , age 74, husband of Corinne (Wells) Wanzer, passed away Tuesday evening January 31, 2012 at the Franklin County Rehab Facility in St. Albans. He was born April 1, 1937 in Enosburgh the son of the late Buell S. & Elizabeth (Plumb) Wanzer. He was a resident of Fairfield most of his life where he owned and operated a dairy farm for many years. For the past 2 years Dean & Corinne made their home in Enosburg Falls. He was a former member and Past Master of the former Chester A. Arthur Grange. He enjoyed woodworking, Deer Hunting, Maple Sugaring and Gardening. He is survived by his wife Corinne Wanzer of Enosburg Falls. Dean & Corinne were married October 18, 1984. He is also survived by his stepchildren and their spouses, Christine & Russell Buckley of Peoria, AZ and Nancy & Ernie Sanders of Falls Church, VA; his step grandchildren, Jessica Drake and her husband Curt of Phoenix, AZ, Josh Poirier of Fairfield, Michelle Locey and her husband Christopher of Falls Church, VA; Step-Great Grandchildren, James Brown of Phoenix, AZ, and Brandon Bergeron of Peoria, AZ; his sister, Cora Tiffany and her husband Morris of Fairfield; several nieces and nephews. In keeping with Dean’s wishes a graveside service to be held at the Sheldon Village Cemetery will be announced this spring. There will be no visiting hours or funeral service. For those who wish, contributions in Dean’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
ST.ALBANS / SHELDON – Wanda L. Ploof
....show , age 68, passed away Sunday evening February 5, 2012 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans with her loving family at her side. She was born in St. Albans on June 24, 1943 the daughter of the late Arthur & Florence (Corey) Husband. Wanda was a resident of St. Albans for the past 7 years and a former resident of Sheldon. She was a 1961 graduate of Enosburg Falls High School. During the early 1970’s she taught Catechism at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.Wanda held several jobs including a Certified Tax Preparer which she donated her time to many area people for over 20 years retiring in 2006, Caretaker for the Governor Smith family in St. Albans, Census Taker for the U.S. Census Bureau with her longest position being a Case Worker for C.V.O.E.O. retiring in the mid 1990’s. She enjoyed NASCAR with her favorite driver being Tony Stewart, listening to music especially Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash, attending the Dairy Festival in Enosburg Falls, cooking, writing in her daily weather journal and as a young woman riding horses. For the past 5 years she attended Care Partners in St. Albans. She is survived by her longtime companion, Gary Johnson of St. Albans; her children, Richard Ploof II and his girlfriend Debbie of St. Albans, James Ploof of St. Albans, and William Ploof and his wife Jessica of Enosburg Falls; 12 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren; her sister, Lucy “Lilly” Pearo of St. Albans; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Wanda was predeceased by her great grandson, Austin Ploof; her brothers, Robert & Philip Johnson; and her sister, Ardelle Elwood. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in the Sheldon Village Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Wanda’s memory may be made to the Care Partners, 34 Franklin Park West, St. Albans, VT 05478
WEST ENOSBURG / PALM SPRINGS, CA – Daniel Stimpson
....show , age 46, died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at his home in California. He was born January 25, 1966 in St. Albans, VT the son of Roger Stimpson and the late Carolyn (Savage) Stimpson. Dan was a 1984 graduate of Enosburg Falls High School and received an Associate’s degree in Computer Science from Hesser College in Manchester, NH in 1986. He went on to work for I.B.M. for 15 years prior to moving to California where he worked at Home Depot. Dan was also an avid pool player. He is survived by his partner, Hector Lugo of Palm Springs, CA; his father, Roger Stimpson of West Enosburg; his maternal grandmother, June Savage of Bakersfield; his brothers, Steven Stimpson of West Enosburg his partner Holly Hiscock and their son Jeffrey of Chateauguay, NY, and Christopher Stimpson his wife Gisele and their daughter Morgan of Enosburg; several aunts, uncles & cousins. Daniel was predeceased by his mother, Carolyn Stimpson on June 21, 2009. A memorial service will be held Monday, March 5, 2012 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Patrick Hoadley officiating. Interment will take place in the West Enosburgh Cemetery at the convenience of the family. There will be a time of visitation from 1:00 until the hour of the funeral.
RICHFORD – Barbara H. “Bobbie” Kittell
....show - On Sunday, February 12, 2012, we lost our dear Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and friend to many people. She passed away due to Alzheimer’s at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford, Vermont. We will be forever grateful for the love and care she received there. Barbara Helen Fortier Kittell (known to most as Bobbie), was born the daughter of Beatrice (Lovelette) and Albert Fortier on September 27, 1924 in the town of Richford. She was blessed to have very loving parents and an older brother, Wendell Fortier. In Bobbie's younger years, she worked at the Bluebird restaurant in Richford and Bell Aircraft in Burlington. She then enlisted into the Woman's Army Corp where she was stationed in Georgia and Massachusetts. She was very proud to have served her country, especially during World War II. On September 5, 1945 she married William “Bill” Kittell. After spending their first three years in Richford they bought a farm and moved to Franklin. Together they farmed and raised a family of five children, Blaine, Brenda, Bonnie, Bill and infant son Brigg. Bobbie worked hard alongside her family on the farm. She was also employed at Brosseau store in West Berkshire, at Ada Martin’s flower shop, Pomeroy's flower shop in Enosburg Falls and later, Susie Adams shop in Richford. In 1961, after moving her family back to Richford, she began her lifelong job as secretary at Blue Seal Feeds in Richford, retiring in 1984. She loved her job and being with people. She always had a smile and a kind word for everyone! Bobbie was a member of the First Baptist Church where she was a Diaconate, a member of the American Legion and President of the Order of the Eastern Star. Bobbie spent her life enjoying a love of flowers, attending her grandchildren’s activities, going on shopping trips with her family, her love of music and animals, and took pride in her home and spending holidays with her family. Bobbie is survived by sons Blaine and Bill Kittell, daughter Brenda and Albert Desrochers and many loving grandchildren and great grandchildren; Tara, Jennifer and Trever Gross, Kristi, Kari, Kyli and Kati Tatro Birmingham, Guy, Andy, Phillip Kittell and Jason and Chris Kittell. Great grandchildren Blaine, Ashley, and Colton Kittell. She leaves a brother Wendell Fortier and his family. She was predeceased by her husband Bill 3/12/2007, two dear children, son Brigg and daughter Bonnie 2/12/1988, daughter-in-law Gretchen, her parents Albert and Bea Fortier, and her sister-in-law Sheila Fortier. We would like to publicly thank all the loving, sensitive, thoughtful, kind, caring, hardworking people at Our Lady of the Meadows. Mom was, for the last five years and nine months, in the best home away from home she could possibly have. We would also like to thank the Home Health Agency Hospice Program. This program and their special people enabled Mom to remain at Our Lady until the end. What a great service and such skilled professionals in this program. A time of visitation will be held at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls from 4 to 7 PM on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 A celebration of Bobbie’s life will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church, 33 School St., Richford with Pastor Lyle Willey officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either, Our Lady of the Meadows, 1 Pinnacle Meadows, Richford, VT 05476 or the Franklin County Home Health Agency – Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
RICHFORD - Clifton Edmund Holmes
....show died February 14, 2012 at Northwestern Medical Center surrounded by his loving and devoted family. Clifton was born on July 9, 1935 in Barre City Hospital to the late Kenneth and Irene (Thompson) Holmes. He graduated from Montpelier High School in 1953. He served 12 years in the US Army, including two tours in the Korean War with honorable discharge in 1966 as First Lieutenant. He is a lifetime member of the American Legion Post # 12. He studied at Officer Candidates School (OCS) while in the Army, and pursued Environmental Science at the University of Vermont. He graduated with high honors from Charter Oak College in Farmington, CT in 1991 with a Bachelor of Science with a dual major in History and Political Science. He was a self-employed dairy farmer for 22 years, in Essex and Richford. He married Sonia Mae Shepard of Addison on Valentine’s Day in 1970. He was a 4-H leader and President of Vermont DHIA. He also served as a municipal planning consultant, housing developer and political candidate. In the last ten years, he worked on writing a biography, chronicling the life of his great-grandfather, James Henry Holmes. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Sonia (Shepard) of Richford, his five children, Janelle (Holmes) Ashley and her husband Jonathan of Whiting, Marlene Holmes of Chateaugay, NY, Justin Holmes of Sheldon, Marcia (Holmes) Sweeney and her husband Travis of Highgate, and Holly Holmes of Berkshire, seven siblings, Marjorie St. John of East Montpelier, Gertrude Austin of St. Albans, Lorraine St. Onge and her husband Arthur of Montgomery, Clayton and his wife Gail of South Burlington, Clinton and his wife Joyce of Richford, Lawrence and his wife Donna of Essex, and Raymond and his wife Linda of Guilford, eight grandchildren, David and Jarrod Ashley, Tucker and Shae Malone, Jacob and Caleb Holmes, Porter and Hayden Sweeney, and several in-laws and nieces and nephews. Both his parents, three brothers-in-law and one niece, predecease him. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, February 18th at the Richford United Methodist Church on River Street in Richford. Calling hours are scheduled for Friday, February 17th from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Spears Funeral Home at 96 Dickinson Avenue in Enosburg Falls, Vermont. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Vermont Cancer Center, UVM College of Medicine Development Office, The Courtyard at Given - 1 South, 89 Beaumont Avenue, Burlington, VT 05405; Richford United Methodist Church, C/O Carolyn Smith, 49 Magoon Road, Richford, VT 05476 or the charity of one’s choice. A special thank you is extended to the Oncology Department at Fletcher Allen Health Care, the Franklin County Home Health Agency/Hospice and the caring staff of the Northwestern Medical Center.
Montgomery Center - Charles E. Henderson
....show died Wednesday, February 15, 2012 after a four year fight against a rare bone marrow disease, myelofibrosis. He lived well and died well. He was 71. Charles was born in Bassett, Arkansas to Ruth and Lucian Henderson on Halloween 1940. Maybe that was the reason for his love of all holidays, parties, and pranks. A southern boy, he graduated from West Memphis High School in 1958. His determination and desire for learning caused him to be the first member of his family to attend college. He earned his B.A. at the University of Memphis graduating Phi Beta Kappa in 1962. The highlight of his college career was when he met Kay Scherer. He told her that he was going to marry her on their first date, and true to Charles fashion, once he set his mind to it, it happened. The two of them had a wonderful 50 year marriage, full of travel and adventure. Charles went on to pursue his interest in history at the University of Mississippi earning his Master's degree in 1963. He completed his Ph.D. coursework in Classical History at Duke University. His love of learning naturally caused his life's work to be that of an educator. He worked as a teacher, Dean of Students, Headmaster, and Educational Consultant. His dedication, humor and knowledge touched the lives of all who knew him especially his daughters, Kasie and Beth. He enriched their lives tremendously, helping them to value family, education, and character above all. One of his last adventures brought him to the North Country of Vermont in 1997. He and Kay braved the cold so they could retire close to their daughter, Kasie and her family...most especially their only grandchild (at that time), Shelby. Shelby loved going to the “Mountain House” on the Notch Road in Montgomery Center. Charles and Shelby had grand adventures hiking, catching frogs in the pond, wading in brooks, getting milkshakes at Trout River Traders, and going to yard sales to furnish and decorate their clubhouse. Charles actively participated in town life. He was a Justice of the Peace and continued his interest in history as President of the Historical Society. A life-long learner, he also joined the Friends of the Library. One of his greatest joys was gardening...especially cultivating an incredible number of flowers. His property bloomed throughout the growing season and brought happiness to all who saw it. He was an active member of the Gardening Club and became a Master Gardener. An animal lover, one of his last acts of kindness, was adopting the beloved Lumpy...the two of them could be seen at the library, walking in the woods and at the Snowshoe Pub (where Lumpy is an honorary patron.) Charles is survived by his incredible wife, Kay; his daughter and son-in-law, Kasie and Craig Nolan of Waterbury and his granddaughters; His daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth and Kevin Warren of Brooklyn, N.Y; his sisters, Bonnie Grey and Nancy Dye; as well as his niece, Vicki (who was like a daughter to him) and nephews, Bobby, Jeff, and Charles. There will be a private ceremony for the family, as well as a celebration of Charles's life at the Snowshoe Pub on March 24. Charles requested that any donations be made to the Montgomery Center Library, P.O. Box 448, Montgomery Ctr., VT, 05471 or to Franklin County Home Health, 3 Home Health Cir # 1 St. Albans, VT 05478 (Thanks Jody!).
RICHFORD – Gordon Israel Mayhew
....show , age 86, husband of Anita (Larose) Mayhew, passed away Thursday February 16, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington with his family at his side. He was born October 25, 1925 in Montgomery the son of the late Israel & Olive (Donna) Mayhew. Gordon was a resident of Richford most of his life and a former resident of Montgomery. He was a veteran of the Merchant Marines and the U.S. Army serving during WWII. He was a member of All Saints Catholic Church and the American Legion Post # 12 of Richford. He was also a former member of the Richford Lions Club and the Richford Country Club where he served on the Board of Directors and was the former Club Champion. Gordon’s working career started at Jutras Dry Cleaners for 10 years prior to working at Sweat-Comings retiring in 1987. Along with his wife Anita, they owned and operated Mayhew’s General Store in Montgomery for 10 years and then Mayhew’s Dept. Store in Richford from 1972 to 1978. He then went into partnership with his son Jim operating Mayhew’s Corner Store in Richford from 1981 to 1987 which Jim still runs today. Following his retirement Gordon enjoyed spending his winters in Florida. Gordon was an avid golfer, excelled in playing darts and enjoyed snowmobiling. He also enjoyed his camp and boating at Lake Carmi. He is survived by his wife, Anita Mayhew of Richford. Gordon and Anita were married May 27, 1950. He is also survived by his children, James Mayhew and his wife Paula of Richford, and Jean Begnoche and her partner, Tom Michel of St. Albans; grandchildren, Tisa Begnoche, Alan Mayhew & Abby Mayhew; great grandchildren, Tyler Mayhew & Parker Lemery; his brother, Carmen Mayhew of Richford; sister, Delma Guyette and her husband Leon of Orlando, FL; his brothers and sisters in law, Henry & Velma Larose of Leominster, MA, Joseph & Marie Larose of Derby Line, Rosaire & Sharon Larose of Enosburg Falls, Irene Larose of Richford and Rita Larose of Richford; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by infant twin sons, Alan & Frank; and a brother, Harlan Mayhew. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 20, 2012 at 11:00 AM at All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main Street, Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Sunday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Gordon’s memory may be made to All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St., Richford, VT 05476
MONTGOMERY CENTER – Eric Hazen Cota
....show , age 67, died unexpectedly at his home on Thursday February 16, 2012, with his devoted wife by his side. He was born March 13, 1944 in Lowell the son of the late Leon & Katherine (Crandall) Cota. Eric began his career in Lowell working on the Mink Farm in 1961. Not a very pleasant job but he and friend Doug truly enjoyed racing their cars to work over Hazen's Notch after school! Then as a Barber in Milton where he learned many great barbershop jokes to bring home to his wife, Jo. His true calling was operating heavy construction equipment. Eric was a true artist with equipment making it look easy to folks that enjoyed watching him do what he loved. His expert eye, attention to detail, and construction knowledge led to the founding of Eric’s Excavation and Finished Landscaping in 1990. Eric was an avid hunter, enjoying hunting whitetails in and around Montgomery with his son, Jim, and grandson, Hazen, his brothers and nephews. He was particularly proud of his 8-point, 227-pound whitetail harvested in 1995 near his Montgomery camp. Eric loved spending time with his family and friends at the Cota Camp enjoying many sunsets, bonfires, hunts, card games and barbecues. For the past several years, Eric and Jo spent their winters in Florida. They enjoyed relaxing in the sunshine, visiting the local flea markets, driving on the beach, and playing “hand and foot” with their friends. Eric was proud to serve his community on the original Water Board, as Town Constable for many years and particularly for his work at the Montgomery Recreation Center. He did all the original earthwork at the recreation center and enjoyed volunteering for field cleanups over the years. He was honored to be a part of the creation of Kaleb’s Memorial ball field in the village. Nothing made Eric more proud than his grandchildren. He loved every minute he spent with them. In the woods with his grandsons, on the bleachers cheering on his basketball players, parked behind home plate watching ball games from his convertible, or across the card table from any one of them is where he was happiest. Eric is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Geraldine “Jo” (LaMonda) Cota. Eric & Jo were married on September 21, 1963. Also surviving are their children, son Jim, his partner Sidney Phelps along with his children, Ashley, Whitney and Hazen Cota; daughter, Lynn and her children CJ, Cameron, Casey and Gabriella Caforia. He also leaves his brother, Ken and his daughter, Heather; his sister, Kathie and her husband Forrest; sister-in-law, Sandie and her sons, Marty and his daughter Krystal, and Dana his wife Kelly and their children Evan & Connor. He also leaves behind his in-laws, Betty Clark, Annette & Clement Dulude, Shirley & Rayburn Donna, Alma Dulude, Lauren & Bob Young, and David & Joyce LaMonda; along with many nieces and nephews. Eric also leaves his beloved dog Bailey. Eric was predeceased by his parents, brother, Bob Cota, and in-laws Wilfred & Mary LaMonda, Bernard Clark and Marcel Dulude. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 25, 2012, at 11:00 AM at St. Isidore’s Catholic Church, 169 Mountain Road, Montgomery Center with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in St. Isidore’s Cemetery. In keeping with Eric’s wishes, family and friends will gather at the Cota Camp for a celebration of his life later this year. Details will be announced at a later date. Visiting hours will be held Thursday, February 23, 2012 from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Eric’s memory may be made to either the: Lamoille Area Cancer Network, Inc. PO Box 38 Lake Elmore, VT 05657 or the American Heart Association P.O. Box 417005 Boston, MA. 02241-7005
ENOSBURGH CENTER – Hector D. Robert
....show , age 81, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. Hector was a man of few words, but great wisdom and will be missed by many. Hector was born September 27, 1930 in South Richford. He married Barbara Brady in 1957. They lived for many years in Brewster, NY before buying the Quincy Hotel and moving back to Enosburg. They sold the hotel after six years and moved to Enosburg Center. Hector was a talented carpenter and inventor. There were very few things he couldn’t fix, often in a creative way. He loved to work in his garage and in the woods, and spent long hours in both. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #42 in Enosburg Falls. Hector is survived by his loving companion ReRe Cowell; his daughter Jean of Brewster, NY; his son Kirk and Tammy Burns of Enosburg; his son Garth and wife Teresa of Enosburg; sisters Claire, Therese, Pauline, and brother Paul; and a special sister in law Mary Ann Wallace and her family of Westminster, CA. He was predeceased by his wife Barbara, brother Patrick, and sisters Aurore, Simone, and Mary. Hector leaves many, many friends and relatives. He was a special, unassuming man who lives on in the hearts of all who knew him. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 1:30 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Avenue, Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau officiating. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the Spears Funeral Home on Friday evening from 4-7 PM. For those who wish, contributions in Hector’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
MONTGOMERY – Kenneth M. Cota
....show , age 61, passed away Friday, March 2, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington with his loving family at his side. He was born April 14, 1950 in Barton, Vermont, the son of the late Leon & Katherine (Crandall) Cota. Over the years Ken has touched many lives in his many roles. He told many a story of racing his favorite car, a metallic blue 1969 Roadrunner in his younger years with friend Paul Sylvester of Montgomery. His love for cars brought him to a career in automotive repair that began in Montgomery at the Citgo station later owned by his brother Bob. From there he worked at Champlain Chevrolet and then for CJ Shover in Enosburg. Ken used his expertise and experience to start his first automotive service in Enosburg and created an extensive and loyal network of customers who followed him when he moved his garage to Montgomery where he also ran a deli and convenience store. When he built a garage at his home in 2000, he sold the store and in turn found a good friend in Donna Bartsch. Ken lived in Montgomery for 60 years and in that time served his beloved community in numerous ways. He was a member of the Montgomery Volunteer Fire Department for over 40 years, was Fire Warden in the past couple years. Served several terms as Chairman in his 30 plus years on the Town Select Board as well as Chairman of the Budget Committee which years included the trying times of the 1997 flood. He was proud to have chaired the Montgomery School Board for over 10 years and also served as Chairman of the Supervisory Union Board for several years. Ken was always happiest when surrounded by children whether it was as bus driver for the Elementary School, attending as many ball games as he could or with his many great-nieces and nephews at the Cota family camp. Ken enjoyed playing Texas Hold ‘Em with family and friends as well tournaments and “Poker Family” gatherings hosted by Paul and Louise Fletcher of Richford . For many years he played darts joining teams and playing in Vermont as well as Quebec. His favored pastime was hunting whether in Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, North Carolina, New Brunswick or all over Quebec with his friend Randy Jewett of Richford. One of the proudest hunting moments being the 854 lb, 54” spread Moose taken in Maine. Ken was much loved, well respected and will be missed dearly by all. He is survived by his daughter Heather Cota of Montgomery and her partner Broc Lewis; Heather’s mother, Stephanie Potter of Burlington; his sister, Kathie and her husband Forrest Chase of Montgomery; his sisters-in-law, Sandie Cota and Jo Cota both of Montgomery Center; his nephews and nieces and their families, Marty Cota and his daughter Krystal, Dana Cota his wife Kelly and their sons, Evan & Conner, Jim Cota his partner Sidney Phelps and his children, Ashley, Whitney & Hazen Cota, and Lynn Cota Caforia and her children, CJ, Cameron, Casey & Gabriella. Besides his parents, Ken was predeceased by his brothers, Bob Cota on January 7, 2012 and Eric Cota on February 16, 2012. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 11:00 AM at St. Isidore’s Catholic Church, 169 Mountain Road, Montgomery Center with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Visiting hours will be held Friday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Ken’s memory may be made to the St. Albans Dialysis Unit, 7-8 Crest Road, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Lamoille Area Cancer Network, Inc., P.O. Box 38, Lake Elmore, VT 05657.
RICHFORD – Wilma F. McAllister
....show , age 86, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 10, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington, VT. She was born November 26, 1925 in Richford, VT the daughter of the late Israel & Bernadette (Godin) Tessier. Wilma was very proud of her granddaughters and was a big part in their growing up years. She was a very active part of many businesses she and William had over the years. She not only did the book keeping, she worked in the woods, barn, hay fields, lumber mill or where ever need be. Some of the businesses over the years included logging, sugaring, farming, McAllister’s Trucking, Ford Tractor Sales, McAllister’s Lumber. Even with all the businesses she still found time to work at IBM for a few years and was currently driving patients to appointments for the Green Mountain Transit Agency. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary, of the Richford American Legion Post #12. She always enjoyed learning and was proud of earning her high school diploma from Richford High School through Adult Diploma Program and graduating with the class of 1986. She continued her education and received many certificates over the years. She was an animal lover but especially enjoyed her dogs. Over the years she had many german sheperds, poodles and a white husky and a black lab. Wilma loved to play bingo, card games and go on gambling trips to casinos. She was an avid bowler for many years, winning many prizes for high scores. She really enjoyed being around people and she will be missed for her wit and feisty ways. Wilma is survived by her daughter, Sheila Record and friend Lynn Raymond of Richford; granddaughters, Danielle Record of Montpelier, and Ashley Caron and her husband Nick of Colchester; a brother, Pastor Leonard Tessier and his wife Carolyn of Elijay, GA; her sisters-in-law, Joyce, Joanne and Vivian Tessier; and several nieces & nephews, especially Robert McAllister who was always available to help out in any way he could. She also leaves many special friends from her very active social events, especially Joyce, Kathy and Carol Fletcher. Besides her parents Wilma was predeceased by her former husband William McAllister in 2006; her brothers, Lawrence, Maurice and Nelson; and her sisters and their husbands, Madeline & Donald Harvey, Frances & Ivan Casavant and Rebecca Billings. Funeral services will be held Wednesday March 14, 2012 at 11 AM at the Richford United Methodist Church, 86 River Street, Richford, VT 05476 with pastor Jon Bly officiating. Interment will follow in the Richford Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday Evening from 6-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 140 Main Street, Richford. For those who wish, contributions in Wilma’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadow, St. Albans, VT 05478.
ENOSBURG FALLS – Robert M. Young
....show , age 95, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2012 at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford. He was born on October 3 1916 and raised in South Starksboro, VT as part of the Quaker Community. Robert was the only son of four children of the late Robert H. & Elizabeth (Birdsall) Young. Bob was a 1938 Graduate of the University of Vermont. He married Pauline Gleason on November 29, 1946. His professional career started with Farmers Home Administration and he was a self-employed insurance agent representing Modern Woodman of America as well as a tax preparer. Bob was an active community member of Enosburg Falls serving on the Village Planning Commission, President of the Missisquoi Cemetery Association, Past Master of the Lincoln Lodge #78 F&AM, Melvin Jones recipient of the Enosburg Falls Lions Club, Trustee of the United Methodist Church, and one of the founding members of the Enosburg Falls Country Club. He was also a founding member of the Vermont Tax Practitioners. One of Bob’s favorite activities was keeping the lawns mowed from the Methodist Church to the Masonic Hall and everything else that looked like it needed a little tiding up on his way home. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Pauline (Gleason) Young of Enosburg Falls; 2 sons and their wives, Robert J. & Lauren Young of Enosburg Falls and Michael & Lara Young of Telluride, CO; 2 daughters, Marsha Phillips of Montgomery Center and Pamela Parsons and her husband Daniel of Richford; 9 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Bob was predeceased by his 3 sisters; and his son-in-law, Gary Phillips. A memorial service will be held Sunday, March 18, 2012 at 2:00 PM at the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church, 245 Church St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Jon Bly officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in the Missisquoi Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Bob’s memory may be made to the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church Trustees, P.O. Box 355, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 or to the Franklin County Home Health Agency – Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478
Behind my smile is everything you’ll never understand FRANKLIN – Timothy John Larivee
....show , age 21, passed away unexpectedly as the result of an automobile accident on Sunday morning March 11, 2012. Tim was born August 29, 1990 in St. Albans the son of Johnny & Nancy (Longe) Larivee. Tim was a 2008 graduate at Missisquoi Valley Union High School. He was a very hard worker trying his hand at many things including working for his uncle Dan delivering on the IBA route, working alongside his brother Cody for his Uncle Mark’s general contracting business, helping with the farm chores at his grandparents Richard & Shirley Longe farm in Sheldon and at the age of 17 he started working at Franklin Foods in Enosburg Falls as a general laborer and then as a machine operator and was currently a cheese maker. Timmy’s hobbies had everything to do with his love of the outdoors including hunting, bow hunting, trout fishing, ice fishing, hiking (Stowe and other mountains), target shooting, canoeing, skydiving, snowmobiling and 4-wheeling always finding the biggest mud hole. He also loved his Toyota truck “Rock Warrior” adding performance parts to it himself so he would be successful in several truck pulls that he entered at the Franklin & Addison County Field Days. If you didn’t hear the load noise of the truck you sure couldn’t miss hearing the load music. He had a passion for riding motorcycles and perfected the wheelie. Tim liked to work on motors gaining knowledge and understanding from watching and helping his father work on motors. He also liked to play cards and looked forward to his trips to the casino with his friends. Tim was a quiet private person with a smile as big as his heart. He had a great sense of humor that unless you knew Timmy you probably didn’t get it. Those that knew him will always be truly blessed and he will be deeply missed by his family especially by his siblings whom Tim had a special bond with unlike any other. Timothy shared a special connection with his mother, one that he could go to her with any issue or problem and he knew that her love would prevail. He is survived by his parents, Johnny & Nancy Larivee of Franklin; his brothers, Jamie Larivee and his girlfriend Jen Combs and Cody Larivee and his girlfriend Emily Totten all of Franklin; his sister, Amanda Larivee her fiancé Jordan Ovitt and their son Jeremiah all of Bakersfield; his girlfriend, Marci Martin of Swanton; paternal grandmother, Theresa (Michel) Larivee of Franklin; maternal grandparents, Richard & Shirley (Taylor) Longe of Sheldon; his faithful & special dogs, Mya & Isabelle; his many aunts, uncles, cousins, good friends and co-workers. He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Arthur Larivee on October 9, 2011 whom he shared his love of hunting with. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 15, 20112 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Wednesday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Tim’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478. Private condolences may be sent to Tim’s family online through www.spearsfuneralhome.com As posted in Tim’s Facebook page recently “There’ll be two dates on your tombstone and all your friends will read ’em but all that’s gonna matter is that little dash between ‘em”
RICHFORD – Delbert Wayne Combs Sr.
....show , age 96, passed away Monday March 19, 2012 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans with his family by his side. He was born December 29, 1915 in South Richford the son of the late Wayne Grover Combs, passed away in 1959 & Olive (Bolt) Combs, passed away in 1927. Delbert grew up as a dairy farmer and sugar maker in Richford. He was a member of the Richford United Methodist Church and married the love of his life Mildred Sicard in 1935. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, cooking, baseball, boxing, mowing lawns, going to horse pulls and cutting firewood with his son. Delbert sold his farm in 1973 but he continued to work on it until his retirement in 1977. He loved spending time with his family on Sunday’s and cooking a meal, especially his homemade bread. He is survived by 6 children; Melvin Combs and his wife Esther of Richford, Ronald Combs of Swanton, Delbert Combs Jr. and his wife Tammy of Richford, Lulah Lavery of Richford, Lorraine Jewett of Naugatuck, CT, Nadene Wetherby and her husband Homer of Sheldon; 18 Grandchildren, including his youngest Tonya Combs of Enosburg; 23 Great Grandchildren; 9 Great Great Grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Alice Combs of Richford, a brother Orville Combs and his wife Mary of Fairfield, a sister Evelyn Rowse of Morrisonville, NY and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Delbert was predeceased by his wife of 38 years Mildred Combs in 1973, a brother Myles in 1965, a sister Marjorie Brown in 2005, an infant sister Marguerite in 1908, his son-in-laws Cedric Lavery in 1989, Garland Jewett in 2000 and Arthur Snider in 1967, a great grandson Travis Mercy in 1999 and his father Dale in 1996, a father-in-law Joseph Sicard in 1974 and a mother-in-law Melvina in 1969. Funeral services will be held Friday March 23, 2012 at 10:00 AM at the Richford United Methodist Church, 86 River Street, Richford 05476 with pastor Jon Bly officiating. Interment will follow in the Richford Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Thursday evening from 6-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 140 Main Street, Richford. For those who wish, contributions in Delbert’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or the Richford Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 236, Richford, VT 05476.
SHELBURNE / FRANKLIN – David Covalinski Jr.
....show , age 40, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday March 24, 2012. He was born in Lebanon, Pennsylvania on November 4, 1971 the son of the late David & Patricia (Bogart) Covalinski. David, better known as Snake by his many very close friends loved the outdoors and felt very connected to nature. He enjoyed making candles and other miscellaneous things with his creativity. He believed in peace and harmony and felt very connected to the world around him. He was a very kind caring person and helped as many people as he could. He would give the shirt off his back to someone in need even if he didn’t have one to give. He was looked up to by all of his friends and helped them any way he could. His friends were his life and he will be with you all for eternity. He is survived by his brother Matt Covalinski and his wife Lisa of Fletcher; his sister, Rebecca Covalinski of St. Albans; and his many very close friends in the Burlington area. Besides his parents, David was predeceased by his brother, Patrick Covalinski and his sister, Samantha Covalinski. A graveside service will be held Thursday April 19, 2012 at 2:00 PM at the Covalinski family lot in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Middle Road, Franklin. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in David’s memory may be made to the C.O.T.S., P.O. Box 1616, Burlington, VT 05402
MORIAH, NY / RICHFORD, VT – Helen Edith Landon
....show , age 92, passed away Wednesday March 28, 2012 at Our Lady of the Meadows Community Care Home in Richford where she has resided for the last 6 years. She was born April 30, 1919 in Moriah, New York the daughter of the late George & Bessie (Cogswell) Landon. Helen’s greatest enjoyment in life was the time spent with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff at Our Lady of the Meadows for all the care and kindness shown to Helen during her stay there. She is survived by her son, George Landon and his wife Donna of Lewis, NY; 2 grandchildren, Mark Landon of Whitehouse, TX and Kim Snow and her husband Bill of South Burlington, VT; her great grandchildren, Lauren & Dustin Landon and Justin Snow; a sister, Alberta Russo of Miami, FL; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Helen was predeceased by her siblings, Florence Tyrell, Clarence Landon, Dora Noxon, Geraldine Wykes, and Paul Landon. There will be no calling hours. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at the South Moriah Cemetery in Moriah, New York. For those who wish, contributions in Helen’s memory may be made to the Our Lady of the Meadows – Resident Activity Fund, 1 Pinnacle Meadows, Richford, VT 05476 or to the American Cancer Society, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495-4420.
RICHFORD – Doris J. Rolland
....show , age 94, passed away on Thursday morning March 29, 2012 at Ave Maria Community Care Home where she had resided for the past 20 years. She was born in Canada on November 11, 1917 the daughter of the late Nelson T. & Eliza “Lizzie” B. (Ryea) Rolland Doris was a resident of Richford most of her life and was just recently recognized for being a 70 year member of the Richford 1st Baptist Church. Doris had been a door to door salesperson for Blair Products, greeting cards and worked the concession stand at the Richford Movie Theatre. She also enjoyed embroiding, coloring and was an avid reader. And weekly, she faithfully wrote to her good friend, Mildred Noyes of Boscawen, NH. and Kernie Strong of Concord, NH. She is survived by the many residents and staff at Ave Maria Community Care Home and the .brother Luther H. Rolland. Funeral services will be held Sunday April 1, 2012 at 2:00 PM at the Richford 1st Baptist Church 33 School St., Richford with Pastor Lyle Willey officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery in Richford. A time of visitation will be held at the church on Sunday from 1:00 PM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Doris’s memory may be made to the Ave Maria Community Care Home – Resident Activity Fund, 33 School St., Richford, VT 05476
ST. ALBANS – Edward Murray Stumpf
....show , age 83, passed comfortably from this life Friday, March 30, 2012 at the Vermont Respite House in Williston. He was born November 12, 1928 in Hartford, CT the son of the late George Albert & Helen (Thorsell) Stumpf. He married Pauline Gates on July 28, 1949. Ed has been a resident of St. Albans for the past 8 years and was a former resident of East Hartford, CT where along with his wife Polly and his brother George developed the East Hartford Golf Course in 1954 which they operated until they sold it in 1974. From 1974 to 1980 they lived in West Enosburg and during that time they owned the Pinecone Snack Bar in East Berkshire. During the time Ed worked for the Hart Seed Co. the resided in Quechee from 1980-1990 and then Thetford until they moved to St. Albans in 2004. Ed retired from the Hart Seed Co. at the age of 70 after 23 years. Ed served in the U.S Marines during the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion Post #42 of Enosburg Falls and the Golf Course Superintendents Association of Vermont. He enjoyed skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, and traveling, especially his trip to Alaska. He is survived by his son, Scott Stumpf and his wife Mary Samson of St. Albans; his grandchildren, Jason Stumpf and wife Karen of Farmington, CT, Erick Stumpf and his wife Jessica of Essex, VT , and Abbi Negro and her husband Scott of Rotterdam, NY; Ed was very fond of his great grandchildren, Katherine, Caleb and Anna. Besides his parents, Ed was predeceased by his wife, Pauline (Gates) Stumpf. He was also predeceased by his son Mark Stumpf; his daughter-in-law, Lucy (Forucci) Stumpf; and his brother George Stumpf. A graveside memorial service will be held Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 2:00 PM at the Maple Grove Cemetery, Middle Road, Franklin, VT with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Ed’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Vermont Respite House, 99 Allen Brook Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
ST. ALBANS/ RICHFORD – Helen Ladeau
....show , age 96, passed away Wednesday April 4, 2012 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. She was born in Belding, Michigan on December 16, 1915 the daughter of the late Frank & Georgia (Thomas) Nash. Helen married Archie Ladeau in 1936 and raised her family in Richford. She loved crocheting, quilting and spending time at their camp on Hog Island. Helen also enjoyed spending winters in Florida after Archie’s retirement and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is survived by her son and his wife, Brian and Georgia Ladeau of Milford, MA; her granddaughters, Doreen Ladeau, Nadine Ladeau and her significant other Roy Vaz and Amanda Ladeau all of Milford, MA; 7 Great Grandchildren; a niece Jane Reynolds of Barre and a nephew Donald Smith of Randolph. Besides her parents, Helen was predeceased by her husband Archie Ladeau; a sister Marjorie Smith and a niece Diane Gamelein. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with pastor Lyle Willey officiating. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family at the Riverside Cemetery in Swanton. For those who wish, contributions in Helen’s memory may be made to the Richford First Baptist Church, 32 School Street, Richford, VT 05476.
ENOSBURG FALLS, VT – Robert N. Webster
....show passed away April 5, 2012 in Enosburg Falls surrounded by family. Bob was born in Montpelier on October 9, 1928, to Lester Webster and Jessie Ewen Webster Gauthier. He graduated from Montpelier High School and served in the US Army. On return home from service in the Pacific, he apprenticed as an apothecary, becoming a licensed pharmacist at Seivwright Pharmacy in Montpelier. He married Lois Kathleen King of Island Pond on August 6, 1949. While raising five children, Bob served as Vermont State Pharmacy Consultant, was chairman of the East Montpelier PTA, served on the Elementary School Board and planning committees for U-32 High School and elementary school, was a county cemetery trustee, was a County Road Commissioner and was active in the Old Meeting House in East Montpelier Center. He was also a member of the Elks, the Gun Club, and Clan Gordon. After retirement to Lake Carmi in Franklin, and subsequently moving to Enosburg Falls, Bob spent his time building furniture, oil painting and writing, publishing two memoirs, including A Capital Upbringing. He is survived by his wife Lois; five children: Cameron Webster and wife Janice Gohm Webster of Milton, Lee Webster of Plymouth, NH, Kathleen Webster Whitmire of Alexandria, VA, Douglas Webster of Charlotte, and Lynn Webster of El Cerritto, CA; grandchildren Alex and Erin Crangle, Marcy, Shelby and Chandler Webster, Grayson and Kayla Webster, Jay and Kate Whitmire, and Olivia Webster; two great-grandchildren; and one sister, Charlene Gauthier Allard of North Montpelier. He was predeceased by a brother, Donald Webster. Donations in memoriam may be sent to Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, Suite #1, St. Albans, VT 05478 to support the Hospice program. A memorial for friends and family will be held at a later date.
RICHFORD – Margaret M. Paquette
....show , age 90, passed away Friday, April 6, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. She was born December 1, 1921 in Sanford, ME the daughter of the late Hermengil & Marion (Gagne) Durenleau. Margaret was raised in Franklin, VT and in 1942 she married Henry Paquette. Margaret and Henry made their home in the Richford and Berkshire areas. She enjoyed bowling with Henry, going on trips and knitting and crocheting in her spare time. Margaret also loved to prepare meals for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, the more there were; the better she liked it. She is survived by her children, and their spouses, Lawrence & Madelene Paquette of East Richford, Raymond & Janet Paquette of Swanton, Simone & Dennis Jacobs of Richford, Richard & Stella Paquette of East Berkshire, Rose Paquette of Richford and Edward Paquette and his significant other Terry Noyes of Richford; 15 Grandchildren, 28 Great Grandchildren; her brothers and their spouses, Robert & Joyce Durenleau of Richford, and Daniel & Doris of Franklin; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Margaret was predeceased by her husband, Henry Paquette in 2005; her sisters Yvette Durenleau and Madelane Salisbury; her brothers, Donat, Norman and Rene Durenleau. Funeral services will be held Tuesday April 10, 2012 at 11:00 AM at All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St., Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery in Richford. Visiting hours will be held Monday evening from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450. For those who wish, contributions in Margaret’s memory may be made to Our Lady of the Meadows – Resident Activity Fund, 1 Pinnacle Meadows, Richford, VT 05476.
ENOSBURG FALLS – Bruno Pothier
....show , age 80, passed away unexpectedly on April 9, 2012 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. He was born February 11, 1932 in Warwick, Que., Canada the son of the late Joseph and Angelina (Beauchesne) Pothier. Bruno immigrated in the USA in May 1955 with his wife Therese, eventually purchasing a small farm in Westfield. In 1968, they moved their family to Enosburg Falls. Bruno semi-retired from farming in 1985 and pursued a second career as a tour lead for a travel agency, where he had the chance to travel around the world. He had a tremendous amount of energy and enjoyed being around people. From his youth, he also had a great passion for logging spending countless time in the woods with his chain saw. In the spring he always looked forward to making maple syrup. He is survived by his partner in life, Denise Lague of Enosburg Falls; his children, Real Pothier and his partner Gary Bergeron of Richmond, Benoit Pothier and his wife Rita of Enosburg Falls, Josee Pothier and her partner Debbi Fisher of Franklin, and Carole Volaric and her husband Vasko of Sterling, VA; his son-in-law, Marty Lumbra of Montgomery Center; his grandchildren, Journey, Joseph, Danielle, Samantha, Martin & Michael; and new great grandson, Carson. He is also survived by his new family, Denise’s daughter Johanne Schmidt, Daniel Lague and Lisa Greco and their children. In addition, he is survived by his siblings and their spouses, Therese Grenier of Victoriaville, Que., Conrad Pothier of Arthabaska, Que., Madeleine Grenier of Victoriaville, Que., Gisele & Jean-Yves Dubois of St. Hubert, Que., Marguerite & Fernand Lemarier of Victoriaville, Que., Raymond & Celine Pothier of St. David, Que., Gilles & Lizette Pothier of Victoriaville, Que.; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Bruno was predeceased by his wife, Therese Pothier on May 5, 2010, their daughter Chantal on August 10, 2010 and his brother Andre on Feb 9, 2002. Funeral services will be held Friday April 13, 2012 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Relatives and friends will gather at the Spears Funeral Home in Enosburg Falls prior to the Mass on Friday from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM. Visiting hours will be held Thursday from 6-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Bruno’s memory may be made to Enosburg Nutrition Program – Meals on Wheels, 2445 Samsonville Rd., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
BAKERSFIELD – Mildred “Millie” Brigham
....show , age 87, passed away Wednesday evening at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford with her loving family at her side. She was born May 27, 1924 in Cambridge the daughter of the late Olcott & Violet (Croft) McGowan. Millie was a 1942 graduate of Brigham Academy. On November 29, 1942 she married Albert “Pete” Brigham and together they operated their farm in Bakersfield until his death. Millie was very active and proud member of the Bakersfield community. She was a member of the Bakersfield Congregational Church and the Bakersfield Historical Society. Millie had a comforting way of nurturing children. She cared for many children in her home for more than thirty years, something she thoroughly enjoyed doing. She felt that all the children she cared for were special. She enjoyed cooking, reading and spending time with her family. Furthering one’s education was very important to Millie which was evident in the encouragement and support given to her five children to graduate from college, something she was very proud of. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Jerry & Jane Brigham of Bakersfield, Gail & Charles “Chuck” Williams of Burlington, Holly & Edward Morgan of St. Albans, Chris & Wendy Brigham of Bakersfield and Betsy Brigham & Brett Engstrom of Marshfield; her grandchildren, Jason & Jonathan Brigham, Aaron & Erica Williams, Shea Kehaya, Leah LaCross, Peter & Cagney Brigham, and Casey & Elsa Engstrom; 7 Great Grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and friends. Besides her parents, Millie was predeceased by her husband, Albert “Pete” Brigham on April 21, 1986; her granddaughters, Jessica Brigham & Diane Brigham; her brothers, Gerald & Carl McGowan; and sister, Ruth Stone Machia. Funeral services will be held Sunday, April 15, 2012 at 1:00 PM at Bakersfield Congregational Church, 54 East Bakersfield Road, Bakersfield with Rev. Lyle Miller officiating assisted by Rev. Lyle Willey. Interment will follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Bakersfield. Visiting hours will be held Saturday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Millie’s memory may be made to the H.F. Brigham Library, C/O Bakersfield Town Clerk, ATT: Vera Lawyer, P.O. Box 203, Bakersfield, VT 05441
RICHFORD – Robert “Dobby” Joseph Durenleau
....show , age 79, passed away Thursday evening April 12, 2012 at his home with his loving family at his side. He was born June 4, 1932 in Franklin the son of the late Hermengil & Marion (Gagne) Durenleau. Dobby was a U.S. Army veteran and a Vermont National Guard veteran. He was former member of the American Legion Post # 12 of Richford. He worked for 28 years at the Missisquoi Pulp Mill in Sheldon. Dobby loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter, trapper and fisherman. He also enjoyed following his favorite baseball team, the New York Yankee’s. He is survived by his wife, Joyce (Morgan) Durenleau of Richford; his children and their spouses, Debra Reid of Richford, Darlene & Real Chalifoux of Richford, Diane & David Royea of Newport, Doreen Elwood of Richford, Donald Durenleau of St. Albans, and Denise & Paul Martin of Winooski; 13 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren; his brother, Daniel Durenleau and his wife Doris of Franklin; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Dobby was predeceased his sisters, Yvette Durenleau, Madelane Salisbury and Margaret Paquette; his brothers, Donat, Norman and Rene Durenleau. Visiting hours will be held at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls on Monday April 16, 2012 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM with a prayer service starting at 1:00 PM. Graveside committal prayers with military honors will follow in St. Louis Cemetery in Highgate. For those who wish, contributions in Dobby’s memory may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency – Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
ST.ALBANS – William D. Stetson
....show , age 70, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, April 14, 2012. He was born January 4, 1942 in Bakersfield the son of the late Homer M. & Doris I. (Flanders) Stetson. Bill has resided at the Hawks Nest in St. Albans for the last 7 years. Bill was a lifelong farmer and hard worker, a trade that he learned from his father as a young man. He worked on many farms throughout New England with the most memorable being his time on the Paul Eddy Farm in Hinesburg. Bill is also fondly known as the “Egg man”. He was always willing to help those needing a hand. He enjoyed doing puzzles and gardening. He knew how to grow the biggest and best tomatoes’. He is survived by his children and their spouses, Lawrence & Lois Seymour of Torrington, CT, Lorna Garfield of Island Pond, Arthur Stetson, of Georgia, Kim & Dayton Kenyon of Burlington, and Charity Stetson and her partner Lee Mumley of Alburgh; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Gerald & Madeline Stetson of Muskegon, MI, Donald & Connie Stetson of Hardwick; 2 sisters, Alberta Stetson-Labor of St. Albans and Norma Murray of New London, NC; many nieces and nephews and his many special friends at the Hawks Nest in St. Albans. Besides his parents, Bill was predeceased by his wife, Marjorie (Button) Stetson on November 24, 2002; his son-in-law, John Garfield; and his brother, Homer Stetson Jr. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will follow in the Berkshire Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home in Enosburg Falls. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bill’s memory may be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Judes Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to the American Lung Association, Vermont Chapter, 372 Hurrican Lane, Suite 101, Williston, VT 05495.
RICHFORD / WINOOSKI – Isabelle F. Sidarous
....show , age 71, passed away Saturday evening April 14, 2012 at the Franklin County Rehab Facility in St. Albans. She was born in Cairo, Egypt on January 22, 1941 th e daughter of the late Fouad & Linda Iskander (Salib) Sidarous. She is survived by her sister, Yvette Sidarous a resident of Ave Maria Community Care Home in Richford. Isabelle was a longtime resident of Winooski where she was a house keeper at Our Lady of Providence.She loved the Lord and His Mother, Mary. She has made her home at Our Lady of the Meadows since 2004. "Bella" loved her "babies" and would wake singing to them with her incredible voice, which, though not always appreciated, left many warm memories. Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 10:00 AM at All Saints Catholic Church, Main St., Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Isabelle’s memory may be made to Our Lady of the Meadows – Resident Activity Fund, 1 Pinnacle Meadows, Richford, VT 05476.
RICHFORD – Patrick G. Desautels
....show , age 53, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday April 15, 2012 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. He was born in St. Albans on December 29, 1958 the son of the late Germain & Rejeanne (Beaudoin) Desautels. Pat was a lifelong resident of Richford and a 1976 graduate of Richford High School. Following graduation he entered the U.S. Navy serving from 1976 to 1982. Upon his honorable discharge, Pat joined the family business, Desautels Paving and became a co-owner in 1989 and operated it until 2009. Pat was a member of All Saints Catholic Church and was a former member of the Parish Council at Our Lady of the Lourdes in East Berkshire. He was also a member of the American Legion Post # 12 of Richford. Pat was involved in the Berkshire community having served as Selectman, Road Commissioner and was a former member of the Berkshire Volunteer Fire Dept. Pat enjoyed sugaring, camping, fishing, listening to Blue Grass music and going to Blue Grass Festivals, watching NASCAR and NHRA drag racing. He is survived by his siblings, Pierre Desautels and his wife Ginger of Green Castle, PA, Daniel Desautels and his wife Deborah of Richford, Marjolaine Longe and her husband Patrick of Berkshire, Gilbert Desautels and his wife Sally of Richford, Sylvie Desautels and her husband Chris Wood of Tunbridge, Raymond Desautels and his companion Marlene Chates of Highgate, and Renee Patterson and her husband Larry of Montgomery; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 20, 2012 at 11:00 AM at All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St., Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in All Saints Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Thursday from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Pat’s memory may be made to All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St, Richford, VT 05476.
Enosburg Falls - Betsy Ann Ploof
....show , 69, passed away on Monday evening, April 16, 2012 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. Betsy was born on September 8, 1942 in Georgia, VT, the daughter of Theodore and Evelyn (Dashno) Corey. Her marriage to Roger Ploof took place on July 24, 2000. Betsy was a hard worker. In her earlier years she had been employed at Peerless Clothing and as a housekeeper at Smugglers Notch and the VT Army National Guard in Enosburg. She especially loved fishing, knitting, crocheting and visiting with family. Surviving are her husband, Roger Ploof of Enosburg Falls; 2 daughters Joanne Bouchard and her husband Sonny of Enosburg Falls and Melissa Delisle and her husband John of Richford; 2 brothers Michael Corey and his wife Valerie and Randy Corey and his wife Karen, all of Enosburg; a sister Joyce Godin of Berkshire; 5 grandchildren, including her grandson Wayne, with whom she enjoyed many special times; 9 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Betsy was predeceased by 3 brothers, Theodore Ray Corey, Jr., Gaylord Corey and Lynn Corey and a sister, Sally Corey Memorial services will be held on Monday, April 23, 2012 at 12:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave. in Enosburg Falls with Pastor Lyle Willey officiating. Interment will take place in the Sheldon Village Cemetery at the convenience of Betsy’s family. Friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Monday from 11:30 until the time of the service. Should friends desire, gifts in Betsy’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
MONTGOMERY CENTER – Theresa B. Snider
....show , age 84, passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. She was born on October 24, 1927 in Montgomery the daughter of the late Lewis & Lena (Lumbra) Domina. Theresa attended graded school in Montgomery and was a 1945 graduate of Enosburg Falls High School. On October 29, 1945 she married Ralph E. Snider who predeceased her on October 28, 2009. She was a member of St. Isidore’s Catholic Church where she was a former CCD teacher. She was also a member of the Ladies of St. Ann & St. Theresa Societies and a former member of the Catholic Order of Foresters Theresa was active in the Montgomery community having served as Auditor, Board of Civil Authority. She worked at the Montgomery Elementary School in the Hot Lunch Program retiring in 1989. She enjoyed playing cribbage and different card games like 500 and Skip-Bo. Most of all she loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren, always looking forward to their visits. She is survived by her grandchildren, Bruce J. Snider Jr and his wife Heather of St. Albans, Jamie Tatro and her husband Michael of St. Albans and Holly Knox of St. Albans; her great grandchildren, Phoebe Knox, Bruce Snider III, Hannah Mae Tatro, Laci Mae Snider, Emily Snider, Mikayla Sweetser-Snider, Logan, Brittany, Ashley & Sabastian Tatro; her daughter-in-law, Julie Snider of St. Albans; her brother and his wife, Cedric & Jeanette Domina of Easthampton, MA; her sister, Phyllis Brown of Holyoke, MA; her sisters-in-law, Gila Domina of Montgomery, Marguerite Warner of Lowell, and Betsy Snider of Montgomery; many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, Theresa was predeceased by her son, Bruce J. Snider Sr.; and her siblings, Gerald, Harlan, Richard & Joyce Domina. Funeral services will be held Monday April 23, 2012 at 10:00 AM at St. Isidore’s Catholic Church, 169 Mountain Road, Montgomery Center with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. Isidore’s Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Sunday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Theresa’s memory may be made to the St. Theresa’s Society of St. Isidores Parish, C/O Jeanette Sylvester, P.O. Box 407, Montgomery Ctr., VT 05471.
BAKERSFIELD, VT / SOLDOTNA, AK – James Gordon “Jim” Montague
....show , age 76, passed away Tuesday April 17, 2012 in Cottonwood, AZ surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 24, 1935 in Bakersfield, VT the son of the late Rupert & Audrey (Young) Montague. Jim grew up on a small farm in Bakersfield where he developed his love for the outdoors. After graduating from Brigham Academy in 1953 he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps where he served for 5 years, before transferring to the U.S. Air Force. Throughout Jim’s military career he was stationed in many different parts of the country and Vietnam, but he belonged in Alaska. After 21 years of military service Jim chose to make Alaska his home and retired there in 1974. Civilian life took on several forms for Jim including working on the new Alaskan Oil Pipeline, the Ft. Richardson Commissary, modeling for Alaska International Air, a realtor and a campground host at Anchor Point. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Jim enjoyed spending time with family and friends; especially while fishing along the Kenai Peninsula and hunting in Alaska, Maine and Vermont. He will be remembered for his incredible passion for Alaska and his love for story and joke telling. Jim leaves behind his wife of 54 years, Chris Montague; their children, David Montague and his wife Marni of Flagstaff, AZ, Donna Cahalane and her husband Ted, Jill Montague and Jeffrey Montague and his wife Melissa all of Anchorage, AK; their grandchildren, Whitney Montague, Erin, Katie and Amy Cahalane, Brandon and Amanda Zarzoza; his siblings, Penny Goss, Garry Montague and his wife Virginia and Linda McCall all of Bakersfield, VT; his brother-in-law, Bill Johnson of Chambly, QC and several nieces, nephews and friends. Besides his parents, Jim was predeceased by his sister-in-law, Ruth Johnson; his brother-in-law, Jack Goss Sr.; and his son-in-law, Raul “Rudy” Zarzoza. A celebration of life will be held at the convenience of Jim’s family in Alaska. For those who wish, contributions in Jim’s memory may be made to the United Church of Bakersfield & Fairfield, P.O. Box 215, Bakersfield, VT 05441.
SWANTON / ENOSBURG FALLS – Stephen LaRose
....show , age 53, husband of Karen (Raftery) LaRose, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2012 at the Cancer Treatment Center of America in Philadelphia. He was born December 12, 1958 in St. Albans the son of Rita (Giroux) Larose and the late Albert Larose. Steve worked as a painter, roofer, contractor, trucking hay from Canada and general jack of all trades. He owned & operated S & G Painting for many years throughout Vermont and Florida with several years of help from his good friends Mark & Ashley. Most recently he owned and operated The Dam Furniture Store in Swanton with the help of good friends Otis, Bobby & Albert. It was at the Dam Store where Steve applied his knowledge of antiques and his abilities of wheeling & dealing. Steve’s many hobbies were watching Jeopardy, basketball, football & baseball, playing BINGO on Friday nights with Karen, scratch tickets, playing cards especially Texas Hold-em, going to the casino, spending time at the campground on Lake Champlain, and visiting with his many friends who will fondly remember him as “Barefoot Steve”. He is survived by his wife, Karen (Raftery) LaRose of Swanton. Stephen & Karen were married on March 16, 2001; He is also survived by his mother, Rita Larose of Richford; his mother-in-law, Rose “Angie” Raftery of Milton; his step children, Gary John Campbell Jr. & Michael James Campbell and his friend Andrea LaBombard all of Swanton; his siblings, Claire Kaczmarczyk her fiancé Robert McAllister of Richford, Susan Dussault her husband Pierre of Richford, Larry Larose his wife Linda of Essex, Jean Jewett her husband Daniel of Enosburg Falls, Mary Larose of Enosburg Falls, Diane Lumbra her husband Lloyd of Berkshire, Michael Larose his wife Janet of Enosburg Falls, Barbara Hungerford her husband Thomas of Swanton, Lisa Barnes of Senatobia, MS, Lorraine McAllister her husband Michael of Berkshire, Jeannette Larivee her husband James of Enosburg Falls; his sisters-in-law & brothers-in-law, Sharon Larose of Enosburg Falls, Maureen Bourque of Colchester, James “Kip” Raftery his wife Jane of Hinesburg, Kevin Raftery of Indian Rock Beach, FL, Tommy Raftery his wife Gail of Milton, Kathleen Hall her friend John Selden of Swanton, Matthew Raftery his wife Tonia of Bakersfield, John Raftery his companion Julie Johnson of Fairfield, Daniel Raftery his wife Carrie of Milton, and Jennifer Allard and her husband Chris of Milton; many nieces, nephews and friends. Besides his father, Steve was predeceased by his brothers, Ronald & Andre Larose; his father-in-law, James Francis Raftery; and his brother-in-law, John Kaczmarczyk. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 28th 2012 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Relatives and friends are invited to join family at a gathering following the Mass at the Enosburg Falls Country Club, 53 Elm St. Enosburg Falls. In honor of Steve all are encouraged to wear their flip flops. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Steve’s memory may be made to Vermont Cancer Research Center, Given E213, 89 Beaumont Ave., Burlington, VT 05405.
MONTGOMERY CENTER – Rita Tatro
....show , age 84, widow of Howard “Manny” Tatro, passed away Monday evening, April 23, 2012 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. She was born July 21, 1927 in Montgomery the daughter of the late Edward & Eva (Roberts) Potvin. Rita was a lifelong resident of Montgomery and a member of St. Isidore’s Catholic Church and the Ladies of St. Theresa & St. Ann Societies. She worked as a cook at the Montgomery Elementary School and Jay Peak Ski Resort prior to opening the Wagon Wheel Restaurant in Montgomery Center which she operated from 1960 to 1965. She served as Treasurer and Secretary for the Montgomery Water Department for 30 years retiring at the age of 79. Rita enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting, sewing, making quilts, playing cards and was a member of the 500 card club. She is survived by her children, Carol Jean Brooks and her husband Jim of Myrtle Beach, SC, Howard Tatro of Montgomery, Bruce Tatro and his partner Michelle Pariseau of Swanton, Regina Meigs and her husband John of Fairfax, and Cindy Dillingham of Keene, NH, 10 grandchildren & 9 great grandchildren; her sister, Theresa Perrin of Sebring, FL; her brother, George & Joyce Potvin of Halifax, MA; her sister-in-law, Phyllis Potvin of Plymouth, MA; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, Rita was predeceased by her infant sister, Theresa Potvin and her brothers, Charles, Norman, James, John & Leonard Potvin. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 27, 2012 at 11:00 AM at St. Isidore’s Catholic Church, 169 Mountain Road, Montgomery Center with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. Isidore’s Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Thursday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Rita’s memory may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency – Home Care Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Montgomery Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 356, Montgomery Ctr., VT 05471
ENOSBURG FALLS / ST. ALBANS – Germaine Frances Brousseau
....show , age 91, passed away on April 24, 2012 at the Redstone Villa in St. Albans. Germaine was born in Fairfield on January 4, 1921, the beloved daughter of William J. Brousseau and Matilda (Marsha) Brousseau. Germaine worked as a medical secretary for Dr. Henry Baby in St. Albans for many years. She was a published poet, writer of short stories and prolific doodle artist. Germaine also loved to braid rugs, knit, sew, do needlepoint and crewelwork, cook, grow perennials. She also loved cats especially her cat, Impy. She had a good humor and liked to engage in good conversation with family and friends. She leaves behind her cousins Leah Weed; James and Cynthia Weed; Jane Weed and her husband Marvin Johnson; Baxter Weed and fiancé Michelle Chasky; Benjamin and Eliza Weed and their son, Jacob; Olivia Weed Laporte and her husband Alan Laporte. She was predeceased by her parents and her cousin, Leonard W. Weed. Germaine’s family wishes to thank Brownway Residence in Enosburg and Redstone Villa in St. Albans for their kindness and compassion during Germaine’s lingering illness. A graveside committal service will take place on Friday, April 27, 2012 at 10AM at the Holy Cross Cemetery, Fairfax Street, St. Albans with Rev. Brian O’Donnell officiating.
SHELDON – Barbara J. Machia
....show , affectionately known as Nanny, age 76, widow of Clarence “Cheboy” Machia, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 27, 2012 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. She was born November 21, 1935 in St. Albans the daughter of the late Howard & Ellen (Domina) Tipper. Barbara was a lifelong resident Sheldon. She devoted her life to raising her family and caring for her husband during his extended illness prior to his passing. She loved helping take care of her grandchildren. She also enjoyed spending time with her sisters and special friend & cousin Betty, going to the casinos gambling and playing Bingo. She is survived by her children, Kathy Brown and her partner Tommy Devarney of Sheldon, Rickie Machia of Sheldon, and Leisha Judd and her husband Gary of Franklin; her grandchildren, Brandy Labarron and her husband Shawn, Christopher Brown and his wife Brandy, Rickie Machia Jr and his wife Jenna, Joey Judd, and Katie Judd; her great grandchildren, Taylor, Devin & Bradley; her sisters, Jeanette Tipper of South Carolina, Carole Paquette & Diane Paquette both of Sheldon; her brothers and their wives, Robert & Rita Tipper of Enosburg & James & Deborah Tipper of Berkshire; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, Barbara was predeceased by a sister, Patricia Tipper. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at 1:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will follow in the Sheldon Village Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 11:00 AM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Barbara’s memory may be made to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate, 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
RICHFORD – Stanley Spoor Greene
....show , age 91, passed away Monday morning April 30, 2012. He was born in Enosburgh on July 24, 1920 the son of the late, William Henry & Gyneth (Sayles) Greene. Stanley attended Franklin elementary School and was a graduate of Franklin High School. He entered the U.S. Army in 1942 serving during WWII as a control tower operator with the 130th Army Airways Communications System Squadron, receiving his honorable discharge in 1945. He then went to work for the U.S Department of the Treasury as a U.S. Customs Agent for 35 years, retiring in December of 1979. Stanley enjoyed hunting, sugaring and practicing forest management on his land. In his younger years, Stanley spent many happy hours hiking and hunting the Green Mountains, with a series of faithful canine companions. He taught his children and grandchildren as many life lessons as he could, always stressing hard work and high moral standards. Stan enjoyed comedies such as The Carol Burnett Show, Red Skelton and The Three Stoogies. Stanley was married to Ruth Elizabeth (Lemnah) Greene on Christmas Eve, 1947 and she predeceased him on May 21, 1969. He is survived by their four children and families, Pam Greene and Dave Bennion, Judy Greene Meredith, Nancy G. and Wayne Killam and Jim and Louise Greene. He is survived by six grandchildren; Tyler Meredith, Kristen Blake, Keven Killam, Betsy, Michelle and Caleb Greene and three great grandchildren, Nicholas, Jamison and Zachary Blake. He is survived by his brother Arthur and Cathy Greene, sister Barbara Rollo; his sister-in-law Marilyn (Lemnah) Laidman; and his brother-in-law George Lemnah. He was predeceased by his siblings; Robert Greene, Ruth Rashaw, Helen Magnant and Marion Waters. He is survived by his wife, Edith (Vance) Patterson Greene; and her three children – Sheila, Jeff and Larry and their families. Funeral services and visiting hours will be private and held at the convenience of the family. For those who wish, contributions in Stanley’s memory can be made to your local food shelf or Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301 Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Dad, we love you, we thank you and we will miss you every day, forever.
Dorothy Patricia Lothian (Patterson) a.k.a Gram
....show , widow of Guy Frederick Lothian passed away peacefully on May 2, 2012 with her loving family at her side. She was born January 9, 1930 in Montreal, Quebec, the daughter of George Duncan and Eva May (Kemp) Patterson. The family lived in Montreal for her first two years, then moved to Sutton, Quebec for one year and then onto Cowansville where she lived with her mother, stepfather and sister, Pat. Dorothy attended Heroes Memorial High School in Cowansville and after graduation worked at the Bank of Commerce and the Bruck Silk Mills. She met the love of her life on a blind date and shortly thereafter married Guy F. Lothian on October 14, 1950 at the Trinity Church in Cowansville, Quebec. They made their home in Franklin where, except for a short time in Connecticut and Enosburg Falls, she lived until her death. She worked at various places such as I.B.M., Jim's Lunch, Franklin Lamoille Bank, Tyler Place, Century Arms and the Franklin General Store. Over the years with Dorothy's involvement in Tina's day care and the local elementary school, Dorothy became "Gram" to so, so many children in the Franklin community. She thoroughly loved that nickname and that's how she has been known for years, even by adults. She was a member of the Trinity Anglican Church in Cowansville and a communicant of the Franklin United Church and the Rice Hill Church. Through the years she was a member of several organizations and held a variety of positions and memberships including: Franklin Home Dem, Ladies Guild, American Legion Auxiliary of Enosburg, Justice of the Peace, Franklin Town Lister, Martha Washington Chapter of the Eastern Star, Franklin Fire & Rescue Auxiliary, Franklin Homestead Board of Directors and Treasurer of the Franklin Cemetery Association. Gram enjoyed being around her family and felt great pride and pleasure while watching the grandchildren play sports. She was very independent and loved to travel and looked forward to spending time in Florida and Wells Beach with family, bus tours, group gambling excursions in Las Vegas, and many hours at the two cottages in Canada. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband Guy in 1987, their infant son Gregory Guy in 1957, her mother, father, and stepfather. She also lost her only sibling, Kathleen (Pat) in 2006 and Pat’s husband, Lloyd Boast of Cowansville in 2010. Mom always enjoyed writing and using our middle names so we felt it important to carry on the tradition in listing her survivors: son Brian Roy and Kathy Ann(Liberty), daughter Brenda Lynn and Roger Harrison Wright, daughter Lorri Lee and Mark Ronald Miller, son David Duane and Tina Louise (Benoit). Her grandchildren; Aaron Roger and Jennifer Robin Wright, Heath Harrison Wright and Katie Ann Thompson, Jennifer Celene and Barry Edward Eveland, Jessica Lee and Steven David Bunnell, Dylan David Lothian, Caleb Guy Lothian, Sean Patrick & Jane (Rainville) Cushing, Cory Allen & Krit (McCracken) Cushing, Bridget Marian & Craig Gilles, Jamie Lynn & Ryan Abell, and her special little buddy, Colt Crosby. Great Grandchildren: Taylor Ann Magoon, Tiffani Arin & Tricia Deni Wright; Haley Jane Thompson-Wright, Whitney Ann & Hayden Heath Wright; Mychal David & Ruby Ann Bunnell; Kali Mae & Grady Matthew Cushing; Coen Matthew & Maddox Cain Gilles; Carter Dean, Keghan Marie & Braydon Allen Abell Dorothy leaves many special brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. "Skid" will always hold a special place in her sister's children's hearts: Peter & Kathy Boast. Also her lifelong friend, Pearl Hopson of Ontario and, of course; her loyal, feathered friend, George. She was so blessed to have had such wonderful caretakers over the past year while living at the Carriage House where she became very fond of Jen Stetson and looked forward to their time together. Calling hours will be on Tuesday May 8, 2012 from 5pm - 8pm at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave, Enosburg Falls. A memorial service will be held at the Franklin United Church, 5348 Main Street, Franklin on Wednesday May 9, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. Interment will follow in the Franklin Village Cemetery In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dorothy's memory can be made to the Franklin United Church Patio Restoration Project, c/o Polly Gadbois, 3764 State Park Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
RICHFORD – Phyllis E. Johnson
....show , age 74, passed away Thursday, May 3, 2012 at her home. She was born May 25, 1937 in Newark, VT the daughter of the late Oscar W. & Alberta M. (Howard) Simpson. Phyllis attended elementary school in Sutton and was a graduate of Lyndon High School. She was employed at Northland Hockey Stick Factory in Richford for nearly four years and then cleaned homes in the Richford area for many years. Phyllis loved animals especially birds and horses and as a young woman she enjoyed horseback riding. She enjoyed working in her flower and vegetable gardens and canning. Most of all she loved her family and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Harold Durwood Johnson of Richford. Phyllis & Durwood were married on May 10, 1963. She is also survived by her daughters, Bonnie M. Wilson and her husband Asa Jr. and Laura L. Royea and her husband Kevin all of Richford; her granddaughters, Hannah, Amanada & Sarah Wilson, Crystal, Deanna & Lacey Royea, her grandson, Kevin Royea Jr.; her great grandchildren, Taylor Jette, Chloe Robitaille, Tristan Breault, Alivia Aldrich, Riley Blow, Gage Wheelock, Alexis Longley and Aspen Jade Longe who will be born in 2 weeks. Besides her parents, Phyllis was predeceased by her beloved grandson, SGT Joshua Johnson who was killed in action on January 25, 2006 in Ramadi, Iraq. Funeral services will be held Monday 7, 2012 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Patrick Hoadley officiating. Interment will follow in the Richford Center Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday from 1:00 PM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Phyllis’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
BERKSHIRE – Linda A. Wetherby
....show , age 52, passed away Friday, May 4, 2012 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in St. Albans on March 14, 1960 the daughter of Shelby (Levick) Wetherby and the late Bernard Wetherby. Linda was a 1978 graduate of Missisquoi Valley Union High School. She was employed at as a machine operator for the last 14 years at Vermont Precision Tools in Swanton. Linda was a very strong willed and opinionated woman who looked out and cared for everyone and was very proud of her Indian heritage. She loved family gatherings, children, listening to Elvis, coloring pictures, making latch hook rugs, fishing, NASCAR racing, mud bogging and last but not least, Coors Light. She will be remembered for wearing her trademark Bandana wherever she went. She is survived by her mother, Shelby (Levick) Wetherby of Berkshire; her brothers, David Wetherby of Berkshire and Peter Wetherby of Richford; nieces & nephews, Jason, Heather, Matt, Dustin & Glen; many aunts, uncles & cousins; her very good friends, Sykie Leach of Enosburg Falls and Robert & Terry Delorme of Franklin; her faithful companion, Sophie. Linda also loved and raised four children like they were her own, Martika, Malcolm, Aleen & Alayna. Besides her father, Linda was predeceased by her sister, Mary Wetherby. Linda’s family and friends wish to thank Dr. Christian Thomas, Shelly Bonnette, Christine Surratt and the entire staff of the Vermont Cancer Center for the wonderful care given to Linda during her illness. They would also like to thank the management and co-workers at Vermont Precision Tools for their support shown to Linda. Funeral services will be held Thursday May 10, 2012 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in the St. Louis Cemetery in Highgate. Visiting hours will be held Wednesday evening from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Linda’s memory may be made to the Vermont Cancer Center, 89 Beaumont Ave., Given E213, Burlington, VT 05405.
FAIRFIELD – Ray P. Callan Sr.
....show , age 64, passed away Saturday May 5, 2012 at his home in Fairfield. He was born on March 18, 1948 in St. Albans the son of the late John & Lois (Smith) Callan. Ray was a lifelong resident of Fairfield and graduated from BFA St. Albans class of ’68. His favorite holiday was Christmas, and he made a point to get the tree as a family every year. Ray spent most of his working career as a truck driver, but his hobbies included woodworking, gardening, cutting firewood, hunting and fishing and four wheeling. He was also an avid gun collector and enjoyed taking trips to the Outpost gun shop. Ray was always available to lend a helping hand and he will be missed at future Callan family reunions, he never missed one. He is survived by his children and their spouses, Sarah Callan-Tougas and her husband Richard of Sheldon, Ray P. Callan Jr. and his wife Lynn of East Fairfield and Lucinda Waterhouse and her husband Jason of Berkshire; 3 grandchildren, Ashley Callan and Jacob & Jaden Waterhouse; his sisters, Linda Callan of Fairfield, Susan Lussier and her husband Daniel of Sheldon and David Callan and his wife Elaine of Fairfield; his god children, Elizabeth Laden and Madalyn Tanner and several nieces and nephews A funeral service will be held Friday May 11, 2012 at 11:00 AM at Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 with Rev. Leonidas Laroche officiating. Interment will follow in the Sheldon Village Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 5-8 PM. For those who wish, contributions in Ray’s memory may be made to Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadow, St. Albans, VT 05478.
FAIRFIELD – Scott A. Bapp
....show , age 56, passed away Sunday May 6, 2012 at the Fletcher Allen Health Care facility in Burlington. He was born on September 25, 1955 in Colchester the son of the late Herbert & Jeannette (Blow) Bapp. Scott enjoyed spending time with his extended family, especially hunting and fishing and vacationing in Maine. He was an avid sports fan and followed the Yankees, Patriots, and the Earnhardt’s of NASCAR. Scott spent most of his working career at IBM and served in the Army National Guard for 20 years. He is survived by his siblings, Audrey Blow of Essex Jct., Ernest Bapp and his wife Jackie of Enosburg, Maurice Bapp of Belvidere, Jack Bapp and his wife Lee Ann of Enosburg, Beatrice Bapp of Enosburg and Pauline Baker and her husband Jerry of Enosburg; his step-children, Toni Campbell and her husband Bill, Wendy Brigham and her husband Chris, Denise Hughes and her husband Tom, Lisa O’Conner and her husband Bob, Ernie Kimball and his wife Sylvia, Eric Kimball and his wife Laura and Mark Kimball; many step grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. Besides his parents Scott was predeceased by his wife, Carole (Graham) Bapp; his siblings, Annette Atherton, Elsie Nolan and Robert Bapp; his step-daughter in law, Kim Kimball and his nephew Wayne Baker. A memorial service will be held Friday May 11, 2012 at 3:00 PM at Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 with Rev. Leonidas Laroche officiating. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 2 until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Scott’s memory may be made to the American Heart and Stroke Association, P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220-3049 or the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadow, St. Albans, VT 05478.
BERKSHIRE - Edgar L “Sonny” Murphy Jr.
....show , 80, died May 11, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care. “Pop” was a tree trimmer for Ashplundh Tree Expert Co for 24 years; he then worked for Holmdel Township NJ for 10 years. He was a home gardener and farmer in his earlier years. He served in the Navy and was stationed in Panama during the Korean War, and was a member of the American Legion. He was born in Spring Lake NJ and moved to VT in 1986. He was a member and served as Trustee of the Montgomery Methodist Church. He married Lillian Mae Wolfe May 23, 1954 who predeceased him in 1994. He is survived by; his Son Richard and wife Melody of Keysville, VA, his daughter, Terry Poirier and husband Jim of Montgomery VT; Grandchildren, Shelly and Jahn Boe, Richard and Jenn Murphy, Lara and Jason Robtoy, Emma Cushing and Randy Holowaty, Avery Stanley and Megan Larivee; Step Grandchildren, Frances Devrow, Henry, Jacob and Birch Poirier and 12 Great Grandchildren; as well as his brother, Robert B Murphy of Farmingdale, NJ; His Sister, Patricia Opdycke and his parents, Edgar Sr and Jean Murphy predeceased him. He remarried Marion Fortin who predeceased him in 2008. He is survived by her Children; Shirley and Ivan Elwood, Phyllis and Thomas Smith, Linda and Bert Honaker, Laurie and Spencer Elwood, Daniel and Patricia Fortin, her Grandchildren; Stacey White, Heather Vaillancourt, Justin Elwood, Jessica Halofsky, Aaron Smith, Scott Howard, Hannah Rushlow, Wayne Honaker, Beth Elwood, Nathan Elwood, Bryant Fortin and Tyler Fortin, and Great Grandchildren. “Pop” will be remembered for his hard work ethic, meticulous yard work, his social skills, suspenders, wranglers, his sense of humor, his love of a good large meal, vegetable lasagna and his Shrimp Rings. There will be a Memorial Service on Saturday May 19, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Edward Sorrell officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the hour of the funeral. The family would like to thank FAHC MICU staff, Dr. Kirwin and Franklin County Home Health for their support. For those who wish, contributions in Edgar’s memory may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St Albans, VT 05478.
SHELDON – Laurel “Buzzy” Kittell
....show , age 83, passed away Thursday, May 17, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 20, 1928 in Sheldon the son of the late Wallace W. & Velma (Beede) Kittell. Buzzy graduated from Enosburg Falls High School class of ’46 and served his country during the Korean conflict, he was stationed in Germany with his National Guard unit, 172nd Battalion, 43rd Division. He was a member of both the American Legion and the VFW. Buzzy worked at the Missisquoi Pulp and Paper Mill for 42 years. He loved the town of Sheldon and the family farm where he worked and resided. Spending time with his family and friends was his greatest joy. If one could describe Buzzy in one sentence it would be: a kind, loving, gentle man and it was an honor and pleasure to all who have known him. He is survived by his love and the mother of his children, Audrey Jewett of St. Albans; a son, Michael Kittell and his wife Pam of Houston, TX; his daughters, Bonnie Martin and her husband Jim of St. Albans and Beth Machia and her husband Earl of Highgate; Audrey’s daughter, who was like a daughter to Buzzy, Andrea Jewett of St. Albans and her daughter Logan; his grandchildren, Brandi Samson and her husband Daniel, Jesse Mode and his wife Courtney, Jason Mode, Zackary, Dylan and Riley Machia and Stephanie Kittell; his Great Grandchildren, Laurel and Ty Samson and Noah Mode; his brother, Sherwood Kittell and his wife Cathy of Swanton; his brothers and sisters in law, Wilfred Minckler and his wife Rita of Sheldon, Marie Raymond and her husband, Buzzy’s best friend, Ralph of Sheldon and Pauline Minckler of Sheldon; several nieces, nephews and his beloved dog and constant companion, Susie. Funeral services will be held Tuesday May 22, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Sheldon United Methodist Church, Church Road, Sheldon with Pastor Kerry Cameron officiating. Interment will follow at the Sheldon Village Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Monday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Buzzy’s family would like to thank Dr. Margaret Tandoh and the ICU nurses for the care provided to him at Fletcher Allen. For those who wish, contributions in Buzzy’s memory may be made to the Sheldon Historical Society, C/O Brian Derry, 232 Sheldon Heights, Sheldon, VT 05483.
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