RICHFORD - Floyd Weld
....show , age 97, passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at the Franklin County Rehab Center in St. Albans. He was born October 17, 1915 in Berkshire the son of the late J. Emmett & Ethel (Grant) Weld. Floyd was a graduate of Enosburg Falls High School; this year would have been his 80th reunion. He grew up and worked on the farm which had been in the family since 1812. On April 1, 1939 Floyd married the love of his life, Lois Thompson. After selling the farm to his son, Floyd went on to mechanics, he worked for Handy’s in Swanton and Champlain Chevrolet in Enosburg. Floyd was a talented musician; he could play just about any instrument. He also loved to bowl and was an active member in the Berkshire Historical Society. Floyd is survived by his children, Jim Weld and his wife Gloria of Berkshire, Douglas Weld and his wife Joyce of Berkshire, Ethelyn Dubuque and her husband Everett of South Hero and Janet Longe and her husband Steve of Enosburg; 12 grandchildren; many great grandchildren and step-great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren and step-great great grandchildren. Besides his parents, Floyd was predeceased by his wife, Lois (Thompson) Weld; a great grandson, Joseph Weld and a brother, Hugh Weld. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Richford 1st Baptist Church, 30 School St., Richford, VT 05476 with Pastor Lyle Willey officiating. Interment will take place this spring in the Berkshire Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Friday, January 11, 2013 from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450. For those who wish, contributions in Floyd’s memory may be made to Berkshire Historical Society, C/O John Weld, 2520 Richford Rd., Richford, VT 05476.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Daniel Lawrence
....show , age 65, passed away suddenly on Monday, January 07, 2013 at the Nothwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. He was born on May 31, 1947 the son of the late Harvey and Nellie-Jean (Wortheim) Lawrence. Dan had a kind and generous spirit, always sharing humor and sometimes wisdom with the employees and customers at the local Hannaford Supermarket in Enosburg. He enjoyed working there throughout his retirement. Dan worked at IBM as an engineer for 31 years prior. He enjoyed the outdoors including hunting, archery, fishing, and boating. Dan was an avid gun collector, reloader, and marksman. He also loved fly fishing and tied his own flies. He would have liked to be remembered as a peaceful warrior. He often said that his goal was to be peaceful. It seems like he has succeeded. He will surely be missed by all who knew him. He leaves behind his fiancé, Elaine Walsh of Enosburg; 2 sons, Jeff and his wife Kimberly Lawrence of St. Albans; and Todd and his spouse Terry of Richmond; 2 granddaughters, Jenna and Shelby Lawrence of St. Albans; his best friend and cousin Kenneth Lawrence of Fairfield; his sister, Laurie Pepin and her husband Tim of Milton; cousins Alberta and David Hemingway; and Mary Anne and Joseph Campbell of Norwich, N.Y. Daniel was predeceased by his parents. In keeping with Daniel’s wishes, there will be no public services. For those who wish, contributions in Daniel’s memory may be made to the Missisquoi Valley Sportsman’s Club, P.O. Box 636, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
ENOSBURG - Donna Scott
....show , age 65, passed away Monday, January 7, 2013 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 25, 1947 in St. Albans the daughter of the late Ralph & Gertrude (Corwell) Peaslee. Donna was a graduate of Franklin Academy. She was a devoted Red Sox fan and always enjoyed a good mystery novel or show. Donna was very artistic and loved to design her own crafts and cards on the computer. On June 17, 1991 Donna married Randell Scott and they made their home in Enosburg. She leaves behind her husband of 21 years, Randell “Randy” Scott of Enosburg; her daughters, Valerie Couture and her husband Shaun of Enosburg and Carrie Robtoy and her significant other Mitch Rheaume of Sheldon; her grandchildren, Mercedes & Danielle Juaire, Jaxon Couture and Ryder Rheaume; her brother, Terry Peaslee and his wife Ruth Ann of Enosburg; her sister, Sandy St. Francis and her husband Hubert of Swanton and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Donna was predeceased by her daughter, Debra Robtoy and her faithful companion, Josie. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 12, 2013 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at the Enosburg Falls Country Club, 53 Elm St., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450. For those who wish, contributions in Donna’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Franklin County Home Health Agency - Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
WEST ENOSBURGH - Rita Mary Paule (Rainville) Parent
....show , age 84, wife of George W. Parent, passed away Friday, January 4, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center. She was born January 24, 1928 in Franklin the daughter of the late, Wilfred & Alsyma (Tarte) Rainville. Rita was a dedicated communicant of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church where she was a member of the Ladies of St. Anne Society and had played the organ. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, her family and friends will remember her as being gentle, humble and always putting others first. She loved family gatherings and making sure her company was fed well. Rita had an incredible memory of remembering everyone’s birthdays, anniversaries and special occasions. She also enjoyed playing cards especially 500 and solving crossword puzzles. She is survived by her husband, George W. Parent of West Enosburgh. Rita & George were married May 29, 1948 She is also survived by her 13 children and their spouses, Robert S. & Diane Parent of Sheldon, Patricia & James Keefe of Bel Air, MD, David L. & Susan Parent of Gouverneur, NY, Alan T. Parent of Bensalem, PA, Denise & Gale Messier of St. Albans, Dianne & Leonard Parent of St. Albans, Gloria Parent of Glastonbury, CT, Norman V. & Pamela Parent of Burke, NY, Rene & Melissa Parent of Portland, OR, Anthony Parent of Hyde Park, Marcel V. Parent & Betsy Larose of West Enosburgh, Martha E. & Tim Magnant of Franklin, and Gisele & Chris Stimpson of West Enosburgh; 25 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren; her siblings and their spouses, Andrew & Imogene Rainville of Franklin, Aline & Claude Magnant of St. Albans, Roger & Denise Rainville of St. Albans, and Clement & Betty Rainville of Franklin; many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Rita was predeceased by a daughter, Doris Parent; a grandson, Matthew Parent; and a brother, Richard Rainville. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau and Rita’s cousin, Rev, Marcel Rainville SSE con-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 Rita’s memory may be made to St. Anne’s Shrine, 92 St. Anne’s Road, Isle LaMotte, VT 05463 or to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, P.O. Box 563, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
HIGHGATE CENTER - Elmer A. Gerrow
....show , age 88, passed away and went to be with his beloved Christean early Tuesday morning, January 22, 2013 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. He was born December 28, 1924 in Franklin, VT the son of the late Eugene & Betsy (Corey) Gerrow. Elmer was 1 of 5 children, he grew up with 2 brothers and 2 sisters. He married Christean Tanner on February 1, 1947 in Enosburg; he became a father shortly after, they had 3 daughters and a son. His working career started out on a farm in Bakersfield. After farming Elmer relocated to Highgate Center and worked for contractors in highway construction; mainly Munson Construction. Elmer retired in the fall of 1992 and enjoyed his golden years with his wife and family. He had a great love for nature and all of God’s creations. Elmer enjoyed spending time in the woods and traveling the country roads of Vermont with Christean. He was an avid hunter, but mainly to enjoy the outdoors, he would never take the life of the animals he enjoyed watching. Elmer was always willing to lend a hand to someone in need and never expected something in return. He would take the good with the bad and always find pleasure within each day. Elmers passing will be a great loss to all his family and all that knew him. He leaves behind a son, Kenneth Gerrow and his wife Ellen of Clarksville, TN; his daughters, Janette Drowin of Wyoming, MI, Janice Gerrow of East Hartford, CT, and Sandra Garrow of Highgate Center; several grandchildren; many great grandchildren; his sister, Shirely Ofsuryk and her husband Alex of Windsor Locks, CT and many nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Elmer was predeceased by his wife Christean (Tanner) Gerrow on December 15, 2004; his granddaughter, Venessa Garrow; 2 brothers, Olin & Morris Gerrow; and a sister, Priscilla Fullbright. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 25, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will follow in the Missisquoi Cemetery in Enosburg Falls. Visiting hours will be held Thursday evening from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home in Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Elmer’s memory may be made to the American Heart Association, VT Affiliate, 434 Hurricane Ln., Williston, VT 05495 or to the Vermont Cancer Center, Given E213, 89 Beaumont Ave., Burlington, VT 05405.
ENOSBURGH - Peter John Hawksworth
....show , age 92, passed away Saturday morning January 19, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center with his loving wife at his side. He was born March 22, 1920 in Scarborough, Yorkshire England the son of the late John & Isabel (Baxter) Hawksworth. Peter joined England’s Merchant Navy at the age of 16 and became the youngest Master Mariner achieving the rank of Captain at the age of 26. Upon his discharge from the Merchant Navy he captained several private yachts in the Mediterranean Sea. After he left the sea, he formed Pelton Development LTD and converted old houses into apartments in Brighton & Hove England. He had a talent for identifying spatial relationships. Once he retired and came to the United States, this talent emerged again in his creation of AgriArt, in which he used farm equipment that was broken-down. He then would reassemble, weld and sculpture it into new designs. He enjoyed playing tennis, writing and puttering around the farm. He wrote several children’s stories based on experiences on the farm. Peter was recognized and honored in the Vermont State Legislature through House Resolution 235. He is survived by his wife, Edith “Dinny” Hawksworth of Enosburgh. Peter & Dinny were married March 26, 1988. He is also survived by his sons, Michael Peter Hawksworth of Hove, England, and Antony Gordon Hawksworth and his special friend Fran Norris of Wimbledon, England; his step-son, Eric Bauer his wife Stephanie and their sons, Pierce & Mason of Essex, VT; his step-daughter, Heidi Williams her husband Scott and their daughters, Meghan & Maggie Rose of San Francisco, CA; his sister, Pauline Leeves of Hove, England; his brother-in-law, Dr. Hugh Clark and his wife Suzanne of Seattle, WA; his sisters-in-law, the Rev. Douglas Sutherland and her husband Gale of Cody, WY, and Nancy Clark of San Francisco, CA; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Carolyn Bronz who helped Peter publish his life story. Besides his parents, Peter was predeceased by his twin brother, Paul Hawksworth, his brother, Derrick Hawksworth; and his brother-in-law, Hovey Clark. A celebration of Peter’s life will be held at St. Matthew’s Parish House, 323 Church St. Enosburg Falls on Sunday February 3, 2013 at 12:00 PM. Children are welcome to attend. For those who wish, contributions in Peter’s memory may be made to the Friends of the Opera House, P.O. Box 1250, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
GEORGIA - Robert J. “Grampy Bert” Martin
....show , age 74, husband of the late Beverly (Tatro) Martin, passed away Thursday morning January 17, 2013 at the home of his brother in Georgia with his loving family at his side. He was born February 24, 1938 in Burlington the son of the late Francis & Helen (Sullivan) Martin. Bert was a graduate of Cathedral High School, class of 1956 and was inducted into the Rice / Cathedral Athletic Hall of Fame in 2007. He entered the U.S. Army in 1956 receiving his honorable discharge in 1959 at which time he became employed at the Burlington Police Department for 2 years. He then worked for what eventually became Verizon for 35 years retiring in 1996. Bert enjoyed the outdoors and hunting. He had the opportunity to experience his first youth hunting season this year with his grandson Jacob. Bert loved the roll of grandfather and cherished the time spent with his grandchildren. He is survived by his daughter and her husband Jill & Christopher Messineo of Georgia; his son, Timothy Martin of Burlington; his grandchildren, Jacob, Alexander, Elizabeth, Owen & Isabella Messineo all of Georgia; his siblings, Francis “Pepper” Martin Jr. of Barton, Mary “Tess” Usher of Yucca Valley, CA., Charles “Chuck” Martin and his friend Gail Jette of Ripton, John “Jake” Martin and his wife Sue of Bakersfield, Patricia Laskowski of Milton, James Martin and his friend, Lucy Vennes of Georgia, and Colleen Steen of Fairfax; his in-laws, Larry Tatro and his wife Kari of Franklin, Terry Tatro and his wife Kathy of Richford, Pauline Germain and her husband Steve of Fletcher, Sally Tatro & Pete Combs of Richford, and Geraldine Jewett of Richford; numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Bert was predeceased by his wife Beverly on January 1, 1997. Bert & Bev were married on September 4, 1965. He was also predeceased by his in-laws, Gordon “Bud” & Lottie (LaPlant) Tatro; and his brother-in-law, Gordon Tatro Jr. Grampy Poem by Elizabeth Messineo Dear Grampy Bert you’re loving, caring, helpful, funny, You’re the best chocolate milk maker in the world. You make Christmas so special. I love you as much as the world. When you’re sick my heart is as sad as a little girl that can’t dance. You’re as lovely as the twinkling stars above. I love you dear Grampy Bert all the way to the stars above. Memorial services will be held Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Ascension Catholic Church, 3157 Ethan Allen Highway, Georgia with Rev. Maurice Roy celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. There will be no visiting hours. Interment took place in a private committal service at St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Bert’s memory may be made to Rice Memorial High School, Bert Martin Scholarship Fund, 99 Proctor Ave., South Burlington, VT 05403.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Merrill Allen Cutting
....show , age 86, husband of Phyllis (Goodhue) Cutting passed away on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans with his loving family at his side. He was born in Sheldon on January 4, 1927 the son of the late, Carmine A. & Mable M. (Malone) Cutting. Merrill was a 1945 graduate of Brigham Academy. On August 14, 1949 he married Phyllis C. Goodhue in the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church. Merrill spent all his life in the milk business, first on the family farm in East Bakersfield then at United Farmers Creamery in Enosburg Falls. He retired in 1980 from a back injury while working at the St. Albans Co-Op Creamery in St. Albans where he was a Foreman. Merrill loved to read and spent many hours reading anything he could get his hands on. He was a member of the Lincoln Lodge # 78 F&AM and the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church. Besides his wife Phyllis of 63 years, Merrill is survived by 3 special children and their families, Keith Cutting and his wife Susan of Springfield, NH, Patricia Couture and her husband Mark of Georgia, and Donald Cutting of Enosburg Falls; 4 special grandchildren, Justin Cutting and his wife Lynn of Hampton, NH, Andrew Cutting and his wife Chris of Eden Prairie, MN, Krista Birkheimer and her husband John of Franklin, and Nathan Couture and his wife Jina of Georgia; great grandchildren, Parker & Paige Cutting of Hampton, NH, Grace & Will Cutting of Eden Prarie, MN, and Anastasia & Penelope Couture of Georgia; step grandchildren, Kevin Trybulski and his wife Chase of Newport, NH and David Trybulski of Springfield, NH; step great grandchildren, Carter & Sadie Trybulski of Newport, NH, and Tristen & Noah Trybulski of Springfield, NH; brother-in-law, Wendell “Bing” Gilbert of East Bakersfield; and sisters-in-law, Barbara Cutting of Franklin & Mary Goodhue of St. Albans; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, Merrill was predeceased by his sisters, Shirley Gilbert & Betty Cutting; a brother, Harold R. Cutting; and brothers-in-law Herman Goodhue and his wife Margaret and Melbourne “Bucky” Goodhue. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 19, 2013 at 1:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Lyle Willey officiating. Interment will follow in the East Berkshire Congregational Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held on Friday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home in Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Merrill’s memory may be made to the Enosburgh Ambulance Service, 83 Sampsonville Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 or to the Make A Wish Foundation of Vermont 100 Dorset St. Suite 14, South Burlington, VT 05403-6241.
BERKSHIRE - Marjolaine (Desautels) Longe
....show , 59, of Berkshire, passed away at her home on January 10, 2013 with her loving family at her side, after fighting a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born in St. Albans on October 24, 1953, the daughter of the late Germain & Rejeanne (Beaudoin) Desautels. Marjolaine was known as Marge to her friends and family. Marge taught us how to live and she taught us how to die - with strength, courage, and dignity. Marge was a kind and caring person and was an outstanding friend to all. Marge loved gardening; she had the most beautiful flower beds and was known for the best vegetable gardens around. Marge looked forward to each spring so she could work the soil and find the beauty of the outdoors. After harvesting, Marge did the canning for the winter months. She also enjoyed family gatherings; if there was food to be made and work to be done, Marge was there to help. Marge also loved to sew; she made prom dresses for her granddaughters and bridesmaids dresses for her daughter’s wedding. These dresses are treasured memories of their wonderful grandmother and mother. Marge loved spending time with her grandchildren; they were the love of her life. Spending time with her family meant the world to Marge. Watching her grandchildren grow and passing on her knowledge of things that she enjoyed in life was a blessing to her. This past summer they rented a camp on Lake Carmi, it was a special time for all of them. Her children, grandchildren and friends held a very special place in her heart; something that Marge was very blessed to have in her life. They always made her smile and her heart warm. Marge graduated from Richford High School in 1971. She married her beloved husband and best friend, Patrick W. Longe Sr., on October 13, 1973. They made their home in West Berkshire, where they just celebrated their 39th wedding anniversary. What Marge was most proud of was her family. She remarked many times on how fortunate she was to have such a wonderful husband, children, son-in-law, daughters-in-law and seven grandchildren. Besides her husband Patrick Sr., she leaves her children, Patrick Longe Jr. and his wife Sheila, their children Patience, Shantel, Cora and Alexsis of Franklin, Angel Hamilton and her husband Brian, their children Colby and Devon of Richford, Scott Longe, his girlfriend Darlene King and his daughter Myah of Jeffersonville; her siblings, Pierre Desautels and his wife Ginger of Green Castle, PA, Daniel Desautels and his wife Deborah of Richford, 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. Marge also leaves her second family, Billy and Beatrice Longe of Berkshire, Ronald and Caroline Longe of Bridport, Diane Chaffee of Franklin, Steven and Janet Longe of West Berkshire and Timmy and Cindy Longe of Enosburg Falls. Marge also leaves many nieces, nephews and friends. Besides her parents, she was predeceased her brother Patrick Desautels and a brother in-law, David Chaffee. Her family would like to give a heartfelt thank you to everyone for their acts of kindness throughout Marge’s illness. Words cannot say enough to express our appreciation for the cards, food, flowers, visits and kindness that we have been given. A special thanks to Dr. Dennis Sanders and Dr. Terri Nielson and their staff, as well as the caring people from the Vermont Cancer Center at Fletcher Allen Health Care. They would also like to thank Franklin County Home Health hospice nurses for their kindness and wonderful care, which enabled Marge to live out her final months with grace and dignity. Calling hours will be on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Church, 62 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. For those who wish, contributions in Marge’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency - Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
FAIRFAX / MILTON - Gail I. Dezotelle
....show , age 69, passed away at the home of her daughter in Milton on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 with her loving family by her side. She was born August 30, 1943 in Burlington, VT the daughter of the late Rupert & Barbra (Powers) Davis. Gail was a passionate, caring and loving home care provider for many years. She loved her family and children. She also loved a good visit with old friends; Mary, Lucille and Moreen and her cousin Barbie. Gail enjoyed bird watching and admiring her flower garden. She is survived by her husband, Lawrence Dezotelle of Fairfax; her children, Lorinda Perry and her husband Kenny of Jeffersonville, Mike Dezotelle and his wife Wendy of Waterville, Scott Dezotelle and his girlfriend Cathy of Randolph and Trina Draper and her husband Harvey of Milton; 16 grandchildren, Ryan, Jordan, Tenika, Ralphie, Ali, Dakota, Samantha, Corey, Dustin, Kristina, Tyler, Randy, Nicole, Elizabeth, Patrick, Aaron and Katie and 5 great grandchildren, Hunter, Kaydance, Kobi, Nina and Amelia; a sister, Beck Machia and her husband Ray of Waterville; a brother, Joe Davis and his wife Brenda of Waterville and a nephew, Josh. Gail was predeceased by her parents. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 11, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Waterville Union Church, 37 Church St., Waterville with Pastor Heidi Reinker officiating. Interment will be held this spring in the Waterville Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held Sunday, February 10, 2013 from 1-4 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Gail’s memory may be made to American Diabetes Association, 10 Speen St., 2nd Floor, Framingham, MA 01701.
BERKSHIRE - Rosaire C. Paradis
....show , 85, passed away on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. Rosaire was born on March 4, 1927 in Brownington, VT, the son of the late Rolland & Delina (Vachon) Paradis. Rosaire moved to Montreal as a child with his family. Returning to VT, he was drafted into the army to serve during the Korean War. Upon his discharge, he returned to VT to enjoy a 59 year marriage to Vivian and was blessed with 9 children. He was a farmer and loved horse racing. Rosaire became a lifetime member of the American Legion after 50 years of membership; a milestone he reached earlier this year. He enjoyed playing cribbage and pool; he was always ready with a joke or story. Rosaire is survived by his wife, Vivian (Vachon) Paradis of Berkshire; his children, Albert Paradis and wife Dawn of Berkshire, Richard Paradis and friend Darlene of Enosburg, Leo Paradis and wife Baerbel of Berkshire, Helen Millinor of Berkshire, Claudette Paradis of Enosburg, Charlie Paradis of Wilmington, NC, Lisa Kane and friend Stephen of Essex Jct. and Joseph Paradis and friend Stephanie of Wylie, TX; a daughter-in-law, Susan (Begnoche) Paradis of Berkshire; his grandsons, Andre, Jonathan, Jeff, Kregg, Kasey, Jacob and Sean, great-grandson Brandon and his granddaughters, Abigail, Anna, Barbara, Jessica, Laura, Megan, and Shannon. Besides his parents, Rosaire was predeceased by his son, Paul Paradis. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, February 13th, 2013 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 62 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau officiating. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Friends are invited to call at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls on Tuesday, February 12th from 4-7 PM. The family would like to express a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Franklin County Home Health and Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans for their care of Rosaire. Should friends desire, gifts in lieu of flowers in Rosaire’s memory may be made to Franklin County Home Health, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Carolyn Kittell Whiting
....show , 81, of Enosburg Falls died peacefully February 1, 2013 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington with her devoted husband and loving family at her side. She was born March 27, 1931 at her grandmother’s home in Sheldon, VT and graduated from Enosburg Falls High School in 1949. On June 4, 1950 she married the love of her life, John Whiting, with whom she raised two daughters who were her pride and joy. Carolyn was always ready to help others. She was the organist at the Rice Hill Methodist Church for 15 years and when asked to fill in temporarily as organist at The West Enosburg Methodist Church she did for over 40 years. She had a green thumb and ran Whiting’s Flower Shop with her husband from 1965 to 1987. She was a member of the Sheldon Grange, where she and John met, for many years as well as the West Enosburg United Methodist Women, the DAR and Enosburg Historical Society. Carolyn was predeceased by her father and mother, Alan & Alice (Smith) Kittell, her step-mother, Gladys “Sally” Riley Kittell, sister Eleanor, brother-in-law Roger Clokey and nephews Alan Kittell and Glenn Clokey. She is survived by her husband of (almost) 63 years, John Whiting; two daughters, Janet Spaulding and her husband Michael of Fairfax, and Jeanne Whiting Magoon and her husband Mark of Enosburg; granddaughters Jessica Rowe and her husband Ricky, Ryan Yandell and her husband Jeremy all of Norman, OK, Ellen and Maggie Ross; great-grandchildren Calliope and Clementine Rowe, Drake, Jayden and Kensey Yandell; her brother Stanley Kittell and his wife Kay, her sister Alberta Clokey and her partner Frank Reed and step-brother Christopher Riley of Lachine, Quebec. Visitation will be held Tuesday, February 5, 2013 from 4-7 p.m. at the Spears Funeral Home in Enosburg Falls. A celebration of Carolyn’s life will be held at Enosburg Falls Methodist Church on February 6, 2013 at 2 p.m. A luncheon will be served at the church immediately following the service graciously provided by the United Methodist Church women. Interment will be held this spring in the Rice Hill Cemetery in Sheldon. For those who wish, contributions in Carolyn’s memory may be made to the West Enosburg United Methodist Church c/o Darlene Wright, 1811 Horseshoe Circle Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
William "Bill" Towle, D.M.D.
....show , age 89, of Venice, Fla., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013. He was born in Richford, Vt. on June 21, 1923, the son of William Clare and Ruth (Haughey) Towle. Dr. Towle was a 1941 graduate of Richford High School (VT). He entered the U.S. Army Air Corps (330th Bomb Unit) in July 1941 and served in the United States, North Africa and Italy during World War II before leaving active duty in July 1945. He later served in the U.S. Army Dental Corps Reserve from 1952-1957. After leaving active service in 1945, Dr. Towle attended the University of Vermont (UVM) and then attended and graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Mass. in 1952. He served in the Vermont National Guard, 43rd Division in 1948 while at UVM. He was a life member of the Vermont State Dental Society and the American Dental Association, and for many years he was an active member of the Richford Lions Club and American Legion Post No. 12 (Richford) and No. 113(Rotonda.) He married Anne Carpenter of Newport, Vt. on Sept. 1, 1952 and practiced general dentistry in Richford for 35 years. He also volunteered at the North Country Hospital in Newport, VT and Englewood Hospital in Englewood, FL. Dr. Towle is survived by his wife, Anne; three children, daughter Mary Katherine "Kathy" Towle of Atlanta, Ga.; son Michael (Holley) Towle and grandson Andrew Towle of Hendersonville, Tenn.; and daughter Elizabeth Anne "Betsy" (Jay) Brightman and grandchildren Andy Brightman, Samantha Brightman and Emma Brightman of North Wales, Pa.; two sisters Betty Ohno of Saugerties N.Y. and Susan Duncan of Burlington, Vt.; brother-in-law William Carpenter of Burlington, VT and numerous nieces and nephews. Dr. Towle was predeceased by a son, Andrew Towle, in March 1975. Dr. Towle loved Vermont and all of the wonderful things offered there, most specifically skiing (Jay Peak, Vt. and Mont Sutton, Quebec), golf (Richford, Newport and Rotonda Country Clubs), and the family's camp on Lake Memphremagog in Newport, Vt. He also was a devoted Boston Red Sox fan. He was a beloved patriarch, and fixture in Richford and Newport during the many years he practiced dentistry and summered at Lake Memphremagog. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St., Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery in Richford. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Dr. Towle to Autism Speaks, 216 Haddon Ave, Suite 403, Westmont, NJ 08108 or to the American Macular Degeneration Foundation, P.O. Box 515, Northampton, MA 01061-0515.
SHELDON SPRINGS - Edwin A. “Pete” Levick
....show , age 78, passed away Monday morning, January 28, 2013 at his home with his loving family at his side. He was born in St. Albans on April 28, 1934 the son of the late George W. & Viola (Cross) Levick. Pete was employed at Boise Cascade in Sheldon Springs for 35 years retiring in 1989. He was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and served on the church council. He was a Scoutmaster with Troup # 34 and was a member of the Order of the Arrow. Pete served in the U.S. Army, 82nd Airborne during the Korean War and was a Charter Member of the American Legion Post #88 of Sheldon. Pete was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a loving husband, father & grandfather and could always be counted on to be there for his family and friends when needed. He is survived by 2 sons and their wives, Peter & Tina Levick of Fairfax, and Alan & Joan Levick of Richford; 3 daughters, Noreen Levick of Swanton, Lori Thompson and her husband Lester of Franklin, and Cynthia Barnes and her husband Robert Jr. of Enosburg Falls; 14 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren; sisters, Shelby Wetherby of Berkshire, and Carla Nichols of Cassville, MO; sisters-in-law, Norma Boudreau and her husband Carroll of Sheldon, and Joan Sweet of Sheldon; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Pete was predeceased by his wife, Eleanor (Sweet) Levick on February 13, 2009. Pete & Eleanor were married on May 6, 1953. He was also predeceased by his brothers-in-law, Bernard Wetherby & Richard Sweet. The Mass of Christian burial will be held Thursday January 31, 2013 at 11:00 AM at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 117 Shawville Road, Sheldon Springs. Interment will be held this spring in the Sheldon Village 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 Pete’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
BERKSHIRE CENTER - Arlin O. Jewett
....show , age 93, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, February 27, 2013 at his home with his loving family at his side. He was born April 19, 1919 and was raised on West Hill in Montgomery the son of the late Fred & Bertha (Ordway) Jewett. Arlin went to School in Montgomery Center and grew up on the family dairy farm. He left Montgomery to work in the mines in Eden, VT. At the same time he attended machinist trade school in Morrisville. In 1944 Arlin married Geneva Johnson. Together they bought the Thayer Inn on the Boston Post Road in Berkshire Center, living there for 68 years where they farmed and raised their children. In 1955 Arlin worked at Champlain Motors in St. Albans and in 1957 he went to work at Fonda Container Co. in St. Albans where he worked as a very well respected tool and die machinist for 25 years. Dad was a man who loved his family and his community. When the Town of Berkshire needed to expand its cemetery, Arlin & Geneva donated the land. It is appropriate that our father & mother’s final resting place is part of their farm. Many of the neighboring farm owners have respected and cared for our father over the years. He will be missed. The family has a great deal of appreciation for the Franklin County Home Health Agency regarding the care they provided our parents for many years. He is survived by his daughters and their husbands, Marilyn & Ed Gelinas of Grand Isle, and Linda & Jim Foster of Poulsbo, WA; his daughter-in-law, Theresa Jewett of Jay; Grandchildren, Beth Ann Machia, Andrea Jewett, Travis Jewett, Jessica Herron, Katie Hale, Sara Gelinas, EJ Gelinas, Margaret Gelinas, Ora Menees & Brom Menees; 13 Great Grandchildren; several nieces and nephews who have been a very important part of Arlin & Geneva’s lives. Besides his parents, Arlin was predeceased by his wife, Geneva (Johnson) Jewett on December 30, 2001; his sons, Richard Jewett on January 8, 2012 & James Jewett on December 18, 2012; and his brothers Gerald Jewett and his wife Ruth and Floyd Jewett and his wife Beulah Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 2, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Berkshire Center 2nd Congregational Church, Watertower Road, Berkshire Center with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. Interment will be later this spring in the Berkshire Center Cemetery. 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 Arlin’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency - Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Berkshire Center Cemetery Association, C/O Gary Fiske, 2503 Duffy Hill Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
MONTGOMERY, VT / MONSON, MA - Marian L. Cutter
....show , age 86, passed away Monday, February 25, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans, VT Marian was born March 7, 1926 in Scituate, MA the daughter of the late Percy & Vivian (Yeaton) Hatch. She is survived by her daughters, Vivian Deuso of Montgomery, VT and Sandra Higgins of Troy, MT; 7 Grandchildren & 9 Great Grandchildren; her brother, Richard Hatch of Florida; her sister, Marjorie Mustone of Framingham, MA; her half-brother, Wilbur Burns of Florida; several nieces and nephews. In keeping with Marian’s wishes there will be no funeral services or visiting hours.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Lloyd D. Touchette
....show , age 65, passed away on Friday, February 22, 2013 at the Fletcher Allen Health Care facility in Burlington as a result of a motor vehicle accident. He was born on November 19, 1947 in Sheldon the son of the late Leland & Mary (Duffy) Touchette. Lloyd was a graduate of Enosburg Falls High School class of 1965. Throughout his working years Lloyd worked as a milk tester for DHIA, as a cook for the Vermont National Guard and in the deli department of a local grocery store. He was also very active in the early years of Enosburgh Ambulance service. Lloyd made lifelong friends at each place of work. After retirement Lloyd was very active in his community and donated his time to several organizations including; the town of Enosburg as a selectman and justice of the peace, the Democratic party, local, county and state levels and the Enosburg Food Shelf. He was an active member of the American Legion Post #42 and the Lions Club, both in Enosburg Falls and a past member of the Enosburg area Jaycees and Grange. He was always available to help anyone in need; he often would provide friends with a ride to visit relatives in hospitals or nursing homes. He visited shut-ins and helped them stay in touch with their loved ones. Lloyd stayed in touch with many of his classmates from the class of 1965; he dearly loved the class reunions. Lloyd is survived by his sisters, Mary Benjamin and her husband Gary of Highgate Center and Shirley O’Dell and her husband Thomas of Swanton; his nieces and nephew, Amelia Wimble, Jessica Lahue and her husband Brian and Jeremy Coe and their families; step-nephews, Tom and Mike O’Dell; his uncle, Clair Touchette and his wife Sally; his aunt, Theresa Duffy and many friends whom Lloyd considered family. Besides his parents, Lloyd was predeceased by his nephew, Douglas Wimble. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Franklin United Church, 5374 Main St., Franklin, VT with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Enosburg. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Lloyd’s memory may be made to Enosburgh Ambulance Service, 83 Sampsonville Rd., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 or the Enosburg Food Shelf, P.O. Box 614, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
SOUTH HERO - James David Hedbor
....show , age 69, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at home with his loving family by his side, after a brief and determined battle with cancer. Jim was born August 16, 1943 in Fort Gordon, Georgia, the son of the late Bengt David and Ingrid Kristine (Hallgren) Hedbor. Jim was a 1961 graduate of Walpole High School in Walpole, Massachusetts. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force serving as an upper air weather observer from 1961 to 1965. Jim joined National Life of Vermont in 1978, and continued his association with them through his financial planning practice, Client Centered Financial based in South Burlington. Jim held the designations of Chartered Life Underwriter, Chartered Financial Consultant, and Certified Financial Planner and in 2001 earned his Master’s in Financial Services from the American College. He was a member of the National Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors and the Financial Service Professionals. Jim was a charter member and past president of the Grand Isle Rotary, a current member of the Colchester/Milton Rotary, and a Rotary Paul Harris Fellow. He was a founding president of the Vermont Entomological Society and co-author of the Vermont checklist for moths and butterflies. He recently donated his lifetime collection of moths and butterflies, more than 4,000 specimens to the University of Florida’s McGuire Center for Lepidoptera & Biodiversity located at the Florida Museum of Natural History where he was also a research associate. In the 1980s Jim was a chairman of the Vermont Libertarian Party and twice ran for U.S. Congress on the Libertarian ticket. He considered himself to be a "recovering politician." Jim and his wife, Eloise, delighted in exploring the world together, traveling in the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa and Jim was proud of having driven in 27 countries. His enthusiasm for travel contributed to culinary adventures at home where he successfully duplicated cuisine experienced in their travels. Jim was also a successful vintner, crafting many exceptional wines, including some from his vineyard. Jim embraced his Swedish heritage, hosting memorable Christmas smorgasbords for family and friends, and practicing traditional Swedish crafts including rosemaling and carving bowls with an axe. He donated two of his bowls for display to the American Swedish Museum in Philadelphia. He is survived by his wife, Eloise (Roberts) Hedbor of South Hero, whom he married in Burlington on September 9, 1967. He is also survived by his children, Lars Hedbor and his wife Jennifer Mendenhall of Aloha, Oregon, Elisabeth Diesel and her husband Jason of Windham, New Hampshire, Ingrid Bevz and her husband Sergei of Bristol, Connecticut, and Astrid Lague and her husband Christopher of Colchester; his grandchildren, Lara, Annika, Linnea and Fiona Hedbor, Brianna and Sabrina Rayburn, Torsten and Simone Diesel, and Evalina and Philip Lague; his siblings, Joan Hampton and her husband Charles of Marietta, Ohio, John Hedbor and his wife Jody of Gardner, Massachusetts, and Carol Conley and her husband Leo of Sandwich, Massachusetts; his cousin who was like a brother, Bertil Hedbor of Tranas, Sweden; his sister-in-law, Sara Roberts; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. A celebration of Jim’s life will be held Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 1:00 PM at The Inn at Essex, 70 Essex Way, Essex, Vermont. Interment will be private and held at the convenience of the family in the South Hero Cemetery. For those who wish, contributions in Jim’s memory may be made to the Jimmy Fund, C/O Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-4070 or University of Florida Foundation, McGuire Center Support Fund, 2012 West University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32611 or to the Rotary Foundation, 14280 Collections Center Drive, Chicago, IL 60693.
RICHFORD - Veronica A. Patterson
....show , age 84, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford She was born in Richford on September 14, 1928 the daughter of the late Fred & Alexsina (Lunderville) Bordo. Veronica was a graduate of Richford High School class of 1946. In June of 1947 she married Wallace K. “Wally” Patterson; they were happily married for 58 years. Wally passed away in April of 2005; they spent most of their lives in the Richford area. She was a member of the Richford United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women. Veronica was a homemaker and mother; she spent many enjoyable years caring for her family. Wally and Veronica loved dancing, traveling and going to their children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events. For many years they enjoyed family gatherings at their camps on Lake Carmi, where they were delighted to watch their grandchildren grow. Veronica is survived by her children, Stephen Patterson and his wife Cheryl of Richford, Stuart Patterson and his wife Audrey of Richford, Laurie Baker of East Fairfield and Lisa Patterson of Sheldon; her grandchildren, Dana, Holly, Scott and Ryan Patterson, Stacy Allen, Kristi Powers, Codie Rushford and Ethan Baker; a step-grandson, Dean Perry; 10 great grandchildren; a brother in law, Harry Hardwick Jr. of Richford and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents and Wally, Veronica was predeceased by her siblings. Veronica’s family would like to thank and express their gratitude to the staffs of Our Lady of the Meadows, Red Stone Villa, Northwestern Medical Center, Richford Ambulance and Franklin County Home Health Agency. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at 3:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday from 2:00 PM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Veronica’s memory may be made to the Richford Town Ambulance, P.O. Box 236, Richford, VT 05476 or to Our Lady of the Meadows - Resident Activity Fund, 1 Pinnacle Meadows, Richford, VT 05476 or Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
HIGHGATE - Paul Henry St. Germain
....show , age 78, passed away Tuesday March 26, 2013 at the Redstone Villa Nursing Home in St. Albans with his family at his side. He was born February 26, 1935 in Richford the son of the late Paul L. & Dolora G. (Couture) St. Germain. Paul entered the U.S. Air Force in 1957 serving for 20 years as a diesel generator mechanic, receiving his honorable discharge in 1977 retiring with the rank of Sergeant. Following his retirement from the Air Force he went back to help run the family farm in Berkshire until it was sold in 1996. Paul continued to work with farm machinery “His Toys” and enjoyed tinkering on engines. He also enjoyed listening to country music. He is survived by his wife, Marie (Piette) St. Germain of Highgate; his sisters, Madeline Boucher & Carmen St. Germain both of St. Albans; his brothers, Peter St. Germain and his wife Michele of Highgate, Larry St. Germain of West Berkshire, and Patrick St. Germain of Highgate; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Paul was predeceased by his brother-in-law, Dr. Bernard Boucher. Funeral services will be held Tuesday April 2, 2013 at 11:00 AM at All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St., Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment with military honors will follow in All Saints Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Monday from 5-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Paul’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 Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478.
ENOSBURG FALLS - William C. “Bill” Greene
....show , age 80, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans with his loving family by his side. He was born April 11, 1932 in Montgomery Center and the last of 9 children born to the late Lewis & Anna (King) Greene. Bill was a mechanic at McDermott’s for over 35 years. He enjoyed auctions and garage sales and his “Sanford and Son” shop. In his early years Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing and car racing. His favorite NASCAR racer was Kyle Bush. Bill was a veteran of the Korean War and a member of the American Legion post #42 for 61 years. Bill leaves behind his children, Sharon Kennison and her husband Tim of St. Albans, Rick Greene and his wife Doreen of Westminster, CO, Brenda Greene of Sunapee, NH and Lori Hemingway of San Bernardino, CA; his grandchildren, Nicole Gagner and her husband Steve, Hollee Kennison, Aaron Kennison and his wife Tessa, Jay Brode and his wife Samantha, Mike Brode, Katie Brode, Kasey Greene and Andy Jensen; his great grandchildren, Madison & Marcus Gagner and Rosalie Brode; his “step-daughter”, Kimberly (Lawyer) Bates her husband Tom and their children Bradley, Courtney and Zachary; his daughter-in-law, Linda Alexander; the mother of his children, Barbara (Hull) Blow and his good friends, Jim Button, “Boob” Gleason, Bobby Duso and Rene Demers and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents and 8 siblings, Bill was predeceased by his grandson, Harte Greene. Bill’s family would like to thank the Northwestern Medical Center, especially the ICU staff, for their excellent care and compassion over the past 19 days and to the staff of Spears Funeral Home. In keeping with Bill’s wishes, there will be no calling hours and a graveside service will be held at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph at the convenience of the family. For those who wish, contributions in Bill’s memory may be made to the Harte Greene Award Fund, Essex Junction High School, 2 Educational Drive, Essex Jct., VT 05452
FRANKLIN - Sandra Andersen
....show , age 73, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2013 at the Fletcher Allen Health Care facility in Burlington. She was born September 29, 1939 in Franklin, VT the daughter of the late Newell & Charlene (Scott) Benjamin. Sandra was a graduate of Franklin High School and earned both her Bachelor and Master degrees in education. Sandra loved teaching and spending time with children. She taught at both Franklin and Berkshire schools and retired in 2002. Her hobbies included gardening, bird watching and spending time with her family and beloved dog, Buddy. Sandra also loved to travel with her friend Diane, they went to China, Japan and on a cross country trip by train. She is survived by her loving children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, siblings and nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Sandra was predeceased by her sisters-in-law Beatrice & Nancy Benjamin. A celebration of Sandra’s life will be held at the Franklin Central School at a time to be announced. Interment will take place in the East Franklin Cemetery at the convenience of her family. For those who wish, contributions in Sandra’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478.
ENOSBURGH - Myles W. Deuso
....show , age 72, passed away unexpectedly at his home Monday March 4, 2013. He was born January 19, 1941 in Montgomery the son of the late Charles & Bernice (Donna) Deuso. Myles was a U.S. Army veteran serving stateside during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the American Legion Post # 42 of Enosburg Falls. During his working career he logged, sugared, worked concrete construction and mainly was a self - employed carpenter. Myles loved the outdoors especially hunting, fishing and gardening. Most of all he loved his granddaughter’s and spending time with his family. He is survived by his sons, Gary Deuso of Brattleboro, and Michael Deuso of Greenfield, MA; his cherished granddaughters, Sarah & Alicia Deuso; his brother, Robert Deuso of St. Albans; his sisters and their husbands, Barbara & Joseph St. Cyr of Montgomery and Shirley & Everett Demeritt of Wolcott; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Myles was predeceased by his brother, Wendell Deuso. Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family With Myles’s love of his granddaughters, his family asks for those to consider in lieu of flowers to make a contribution to the Sarah & Alicia Deuso Trust, C/O TD Bank, P.O. Box 488, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
EAST FRANKLIN - Marcel C. Fregeau
....show , age 85, passed away Saturday evening, March 2, 2013 at his home with friend & caregiver Charles Machia by his side. Marcel was born July 7, 1927 in Sweetsburg, Quebec Canada the eldest child of the late Ernest & Cecile (Robert) Fregeau. On May 14, 1949 Marcel married Shirley M. Sanborn and they were blessed with 4 children, 2 boys and 2 girls. Marcel & Shirley lived in Sweetsburg until he immigrated to East Franklin, VT in September of 1968 where the family moved to the Noel Mullen farm which they had bought in June of 1968. He had worked for Bruck Mills in Cowansville for 25 years and left to go farming, and loved his 300 plus acres ever since. He is survived by his daughters, Susan Fregeau of Franklin and Cathy Fregeau-Boucher and her Husband Mike of East Franklin; his grandchildren, Brianna & Robert William Boucher of East Franklin, Jessie Fregeau of Long Island, NY, Melissa Martin Strapel and her husband John of Pennsylvania, Mitchell Martin and his wife Elsie of Georgia, VT & Michael Martin of Richford; 5 great grandchildren; his sister, Rita Hamilton of Cowansville, Que.; several nieces and nephews all in Canada; and his good friends, Charles Machia & Ron Witham. Besides his parents, Marcel was predeceased by his wife, Shirley (Sanborn) Fregeau on Aug. 28, 2004; sons, Barry Fregeau (21) on Nov. 22, 1975 & John Fregeau (44) on Dec. 22, 1994; and brothers, Paul, Guy, Robert, Jacques & Rene Fregeau. Marcel was a good father, grandfather and good friend to all who were lucky enough to know him and will be greatly missed by all. Private graveside memorial services will be held later this spring in the East Franklin Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Marcel’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 Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478.
MONTGOMERY, VT / WARRENTON, VA - Marion Arduini
....show , age 80, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at Oak Springs Nursing Home, Warrenton Virginia. She was born May 19, 1932, in Takoma Park, Maryland, the daughter of the late Arthur & Wilma (Ferre-Fuller) Stred. She worked as a pharmacist assistant, later as an assistant manager in Buckingham apartments maintenance department, and later as a receptionist and switchboard operator at the Chatham apartments, all in Arlington County, Virginia. She spent her childhood years in Arlington Virginia, and lived in Centerville and Falls Church Virginia for much of her adult years. She later moved to Montgomery Vermont in 1986 to be close to her father, and remained there after he passed in 1992. She returned to Virginia in 2008, to be close to her sons Bill, Bob, and Pat; and Rick when he visited from Florida. She lived out her last years in Warrenton Virginia. She was an outspoken animal advocate, and loved her pets, to include her dog “Tiny”, her dog “Princess”, her cat “Amber”, and lastly her cat “Chloe”. She is survived by her four boys: William (Bill) A. Sowers of Dale City, VA, Robert (Bob) T. Sowers of Warrenton, VA, James (Pat) P. Sowers of Lake Anna, VA, and Richard (Rick) W. Sowers, of Safety Harbor, FL; her nine grandchildren: Eric, Shaylin, Curtis, Sean, Ricky, and Richelle Sowers, Shelly Sinkoskie, Jason Kennamer, and Shannon Smith, and 3 great-grand-children. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at 1:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT with Pastor Ed Sorrell officiating. Interment will follow in the Montgomery Village Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday from 12:00 PM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Marion’s memory may be made to the Hospice organization at “Capital Caring, 10530 Linden Lake Plaza, Suite 200, Manassas, Va 20109”
BERKSHIRE - Herman E. Kane
....show , age 85, passed away on April 2, 2013, at Winter Haven Hospital in Florida due to heart failure. Herman was born in St. Bridgett, Quebec, Canada, on January 6, 1928, the son of Eddie and Marie (Martin) Kane. Herman's happiest moments were in his workshop where he cleverly manufactured parts and repaired machinery for his many friends. How he loved to "putter", as he called it, and will be missed by many. Herman is survived by his wife, Joan Kane of Berkshire; his son, Ken and his friend Nicki of Enosburg; his daughter, Monica and her husband Tony Tussing of Deland FL, their two sons, Leith (Jen) of Orlando, FL and Ethan (Shannon) of Richmond, VA; his brothers, Andy and his wife Bette of Enosburg and Dennis and his wife Rita of Ware, MA; his sisters, Bea Reynolds of Enosburg, Alice Swainbank of St. Albans and Pat and her husband Ted Breure of South Burlington; sisters-in-law, Alfreda Kane of Sheldon and Gloria Kane of Fairfield; brother-in-law, Richard Putnam of St Albans; stepsons, Brad Forty of St Albans; Gregory Forty, Matt Forty and his wife Kim all of Franklin and Todd Forty of Berkshire and stepdaughters, Jennifer Dewing and her husband Jim of Franklin and Stephanie Podgorski and her husband Gregory of Logan, UT.; many nieces nephews & cousins. Besides his parents, Herman was predeceased by his wife, Claire Quenneville, mother of his children; his son, Gary H. Kane; his brothers, Walter Kane from Sheldon and Frank Kane from Fairfield and his sister Edna Putnam from Georgia. Graveside committal prayers will be held Friday, June 14, 2013 at 2:00 PM at St. Anthony’s Catholic Cemetery, Mill Street, Sheldon. Herman passed away at the age 85 on April 2, 2013, at Winter Haven Hospital in Florida due to heart failure.
RICHFORD - Richard E. Zoller
....show , age 82, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2013 at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton. He was born February 15, 1931 in Cleveland, OH the son of the late John & Grace (Dunn) Zoller. Richard grew up in Ohio and earned his bachelor’s degree from John Carroll University. He served in the U.S. ARMY during the Korean war and received an honorable discharge in 1955. Richard enjoyed playing football, tennis and golf and walking on the Florida Beaches picking up sea shells. He also won the Cleveland Soap Box Derby in 1946. Richard worked for General Motors for 5 years where he worked on the Euclid truck and earned his master’s degree. In 1960 he went to work for IBM as a salesman and he retired in 1988. He is survived by his wife, Denise (Maurice) Zoller of Richford; his children, Rick of Cleveland, OH, Marty and his wife Beth of Basking Ridge, NJ, Jimmy and his wife Dr. Gail Lebovie of Frisco, TX and Ray and his wife Carole of Waxhaw, NC; step-sons, Sebastien Cloutier of Bromont, Que. and Marcelin Cloutier and his wife Genevieve of Ste. Cecile de Milton, Que.; grandchildren, Kristen, Amanda, Hannah, Steven, Andrew and Sasha Zoller; a brother, William “Bill” Zoller of Chesterland, OH and a sister-in-law, Ellen Zoller of Cleveland, OH. Besides his parents, Richard was predeceased by his brothers, Jack and Bob Zoller. The Mass of Christian burial will be held Friday April 5, 2013 at 4:00 PM at St. John the Baptist Church, 62 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau officiating. Interment will be held Saturday April 6, 2013 at 11:00 AM in St. Michel’s Cemetery in Sherbrooke, Que. A time of visitation will be held Friday from 3-3:45 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Richard’s memory may be made to the Vermont Cancer Center, Given E 213, 89 Beaumont Ave., Burlington, VT 05405.
UNDERHILL - Robert Pierson “Bob” Northrop
....show , age 92, husband of Julia (Smith) Northrop, passed away on his birthday Saturday evening, March 30, 2013 at his home with his family at his side. He was born March 30, 1921 in Boston, MA the son of the late Albert Allen & Elizabeth (Board) Northrop. Bob grew up in Belmont, MA and was a 1938 graduate of Belmont High School. He attended Middlebury College and Ohio State University and in September of 1942 enlisted in the U.S. Army receiving his honorable discharge on October 12, 1945. Following the service he attended the University of Vermont and SUNY receiving three degrees. He moved to Underhill in 1958 and began his teaching career at the newly opened Lyman C. Hunt Junior High School in Burlington. After his retirement from teaching he and his wife ran a successful sheep & yarn business for many years. Bob was very civic minded and volunteered many countless hours to many organizations and was a tireless fundraiser. He was a life member of the Green Mountain Club and served on the board for several years. He made seven End to End Long Trail hikes with the first being at the age of 17 and his last at the age of 80 in 2001. Bob also served on the Chittenden East Supervisory Union School Board from 1968 to 1986 serving as chairman from 1982-1986. He was a board member of VPR and was a board member and president of the Vermont Electric Co-operative giving 24 years of dedication, service and leadership. Bob was a founding member of the Vermont Mozart Festival and served as President for a period of time. He is survived by his wife, Julia (Smith) Northrop of Underhill. Bob & Julia were married on October 12, 1963. He is also survived by his children, Pat Boutilier and her husband Randy of Port Henry, NY, Mike Northrop and his wife Tracy of Watertown, NY, Bill Salmon and his partner Fay Weber of Hartland, VT, Grace Freeman of Lincoln, VT, Steve Northrop and his wife Kathi of Camarillo, CA, and Chas Salmon and his wife Olga Lermontov of Enosburgh, VT; 16 grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren; his sister, Ellen Shannon age 97 of Seattle, WA. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 1:00 PM the Underhill Town Hall, 12 Pleasant Valley Road, Underhill. In lieu of flowers, Bob’s family asks that you consider making a contribution in his memory to the Green Mountain Club, 4711 Waterbury-Stowe Road, Waterbury Ctr., VT 05677.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Ronald J. Howard
....show , age 74, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 29, 1938 in Fairfax the son of the late Roland & Beryl (Alger) Howard. Ronnie enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1955 and received his honorable discharge in 1961. After the Army, Ronnie worked at Central Vermont Railroad as a crane operator, the Town of Essex and then owned and operated the family dairy farm in Highgate and Enosburg Falls. Regardless of struggling with blindness since 1998, Ronnie truly enjoyed fishing, building bird houses, and spending time with family. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marie (Boutin) Howard of Enosburg Falls; his sons, Dana Howard and his wife Janet Bonneau of Fairfax, and Bradley Howard and his wife Marie of Enosburg Falls; 3 grandchildren that were his pride and joy, Dustin, Dalton & Paige Howard; 4 step granddaughters, Katherine & Robert Barnard, Jocelyn, Alice & Elizabeth Reighley; and 2 step great grandsons; 4 brothers and their wives, Edward & Gloria Howard of Zephyrhills, FL, Winfred & Phylis Howard of Alburg, Fredrick & Pauline Howard of Westford, and Duane & Betty Howard of Westford; his in-laws, Hilda Howard of Westford, Patricia & Larry Burritt of Richmond, Suzanne Jillson of Sebring, FL, and Louis & Joyce Boutin of Richmond; several nieces, nephews and cousins, including a close niece, Lora Whitney; he is also survived by his friend and fishing buddy, Paul McKearney. Besides his parents, Ronnie was predeceased by his brother, Richard Howard. At Ronnie’s request there will be no funeral services or visiting hours. The family will hold a memorial gathering at a later date. For those who wish, contributions in Ron’s memory may be made to Enosburgh Ambulance Service, 83 Sampsonville Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
RICHFORD - Gerard H. “Gerald” St. Pierre
....show , age 92, husband of the late Geraldine St. Pierre (née Currier), passed away Saturday evening, April 13th, 2013, in his home with his family at his side. He was born on May 31st, 1920 in Frelighsburg, Quebec, to Henri & Ada St. Pierre (née Sorrell), the fourth of their ten children. Gerald moved to Richford from Abercorn, Quebec in 1952, where he worked for Atlas Plywood before purchasing a farm on the Jay Road in 1956. He dedicated himself there to working the land he had earned, becoming renowned for his temperance, patience, and an unwavering devotion to his family. After his retirement from farming, Gerald spent winters with his wife in Florida and continued to do so for many years after her passing. He found the greatest joy in simple things; a decent breakfast, conversing with friends and family (or strangers), going for a long country drive, and above all else hard, honest labor. Splitting firewood was a favorite pastime, which he kept up well into his 80s. He is survived by two children and their spouses; daughter Paulette & her husband Maurice Legault, and son Robert & his wife Kathryn (née Taylor). He is also survived by four grandchildren; Michelle Legault & her husband Jake Webster, and Anthony, Bridgette, and Christopher St. Pierre. Gerald was predeceased by his wife, Geraldine, and his granddaughter, Suzanne Legault. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 16, 2013 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 Monday the 15th from 6-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Gerald’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency - Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
Enosburg Falls - Raymond J Paradis
....show , age 78, husband of Amanda (Vachon) Paradis, passed away Friday, April 12, 2013 after a brief illness with his family at his side. Raymond was born August 16, 1934 in St. Isidore, Quebec, Canada. He moved to the United States in 1953 at the age of 21. He grew up working and playing hard. He loved the outdoors - playing hockey with his brothers, snowmobiling, hunting, bowling, horseshoe, playing pool and cards. Raymond married the love of his life, Amanda, in 1957. Raymond began his working career in the states as a lumberjack and worked many different occupations to support his family. He was never afraid to try new things and was always there with a helping hand. He purchased his first dairy farm in Fairfield in 1966 where he later started sugaring along with working outside the farm. As his family grew it was time to transition to a larger farm. He sold the farm and bought land in Sheldon in 1979 where he moved the family to a house and farmstead they built together. Farming until 1988, he proudly passed down the farm to his son, Daniel and his family. Raymond and Amanda retired to Enosburg while he continued his livelihood by selling farm equipment and using his vast array of handyman skills doing carpentry, masonry, sugaring and other assorted jobs. Raymond was involved in the community by volunteering on local fire departments for both Fairfield and Sheldon. As a member of St. Patrick’s Parish in Fairfield, he also was a board member for the St. Patrick Parish Credit Union. He always made time to help family, neighbors and friends if there was ever a need. Raymond is survived by his wife Amanda, children Raymond Mark Paradis Jr. (deceased), Joanne Edwards and husband Roy, Daniel Paradis, Karen Douglas and husband Michael, and Dianne Leach and husband Scott. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and siblings, Wilfrid Paradis and his wife Rejean, Denise Bessette and her husband Laurent, Philippe Paradis and his wife Lorraine, Andre Paradis, and sister-in-law Rita Paradis. Raymond has been predeceased by his siblings, Jerry Paradis, Claire Paradis, Marguerite and husband Aime Sanshagrin, Collette Paradis, and sister in law Berta Paradis. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will take place at a later date in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Raymond’s memory may be made to the Cold Hollow Hose & Ladder Company, 83 Sampsonville Rd., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
FRANKLIN / WEST BERKSHIRE - Clifford J. Bullis
....show , age 66, husband of Starr (Hill) Bullis, passed away Thursday morning, April 11, 2013 at his home with his family at his side. Cliff was born May 4, 1946 in Troy, New York the son of the late Leslie & Marjorie (Maynard) Bullis. Cliff was a 1964 graduate of Brigham Academy in Bakersfield. He worked for Bob Collins & Leonard Weed both in Enosburg Falls prior to entering the service. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force serving from 1964 to 1968 receiving his honorable discharge with the rank of SSGT. After the service Cliff went to work in his father’s garage in West Berkshire which he eventually bought and operated for 40 years retiring in July of 2012 when he sold the garage to Kevin Russell. Cliff was a member of the American Legion Post # 42 of Enosburg Falls and the Richford Lions Club. He was an avid bowler and a longtime member of the Grease Monkeys Bowling Team at the Dairy Center Bordertown League. He enjoyed going to car shows, working on his muscle car, and reading mystery novels. He was also known for his strong political opinions. Cliff was the “Keeper of the Clock” for the town of Franklin for 15 years. He was also an avid & frustrated Red Sox fan and a longtime friend of Bill W. He is survived by his wife, Starr Bullis (Cliff & Starr began their life together in 1991) and their children, Tammie Bullis & John Lacki of Sinclairville, NY, Dan Hill & Amanda Grant of Lyon Mountain, NY, Tina Bullis of Jacksonville, FL and Travis Hill & Amy Shrewsbury of Barre, VT; his grandchildren, Dylan Hawkins, Haley Hill, Trevor Hill and his special buddy and grandchild Travis Memphis Hill; his faithful companions, Sheba his Siberian Husky, Mercedes and Benz his Siamese cats. Many cousins and his special friends, Sandor & Lucy, Tim Hopkins of Atlanta, Georgia and Phillip Snyder of W. Berkshire. Besides his parents, Cliff was predeceased by his brother, Larry Bullis. A time of visitation will take place on Sunday, April 14, 2013 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. A memorial service will follow at the funeral home at 4:00 PM with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. For those who wish, contributions in Cliff’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478, Franklin United Church Kitchen Renovation Project, P.O. Box 84, Franklin, VT 05457 or to the Franklin Town Clock Maintenance Fund, C/O Lisa Larivee - Town Clerk, P.O. Box 82, Franklin, VT 05457.
RICHFORD - Brian W. “Pete” Broe
....show , age 60, passed away Wednesday evening April 10, 2013 at his home. He was born May 28, 1952 in St. Albans the son of Marie (Longey) Broe and the late Charles W. Broe. Pete was a lifelong resident of Richford. He worked for Sweat-Comings Furniture Manufactures and the Town of Richford Highway Dept. He was also a handyman around the town of Richford, mowing lawns, shoveling snow and many other things that needed to be done around people’s homes. He was a former member of the Sons of the American Legion Post # 12 of Richford. Pete enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, 4-wheeling and going to lawn sales. He is survived by his wife, Patty (Lovelette) Broe of Richford. Pete & Patty were married August 5, 1985. He is also survived by his daughters, Jessica Broe and her friend Ralph Garrow of Richford and Heather Bapp and her husband Chad of Berkshire; Grandchildren, Chelsea Byrne, Caleb, Scott & Jaylynn Bapp all of Berkshire His mother, Marie Broe of Richford; his brothers and their wives, Ernest & Ina Broe of Cornwall, Joseph & Laura Broe of Berkshire, and Timothy & Patty Broe of Sheldon Springs; his sisters and their husbands, Judy & Jerry Butler Richford and Peggy & Jeff Clark of Berkshire; several nieces and nephews. Besides his father, Pete was predeceased by his nephew, Thomas Gleason, III. In keeping with Pete’s wishes there will be no funeral or visiting hours. A private committal will take place later this spring in the Hillside Cemetery in Richford. For those who wish, contributions in Pete’s memory may be made to the Vermont Cancer Center, 89 Beaumont Ave., Given E213, Burlington, VT 05405.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Wendall K. Ashton
....show , age 59, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. He was born July 30, 1953 in St. Albans the son of Helen (Garrow) Ashton of St. Albans and the late Keith Ashton. Wendall grew up in Enosburg, but graduated from BFA St. Albans in 1971. He spent 35+ years working as book keeper and in the parts department at A. Bonneau Farm Machinery. His hobbies included fishing, hunting and sliding with his children. Wendall’s greatest joy was spending time with his family and he was a loving husband, father, son and brother. He also had a great sense of humor and especially liked to pick on others for a laugh. He is survived by his wife, Ann (Cook) Ashton and their children, Kenneth & Lillian all of Enosburg Falls; his mother, Helen Ashton of St. Albans; his brothers, Gary Ashton of Waterville, Randy & Judy Ashton of Franklin and Howard & Becky of St. Albans; his sister, Cheryl Richard and her husband Greg of Swanton and several nieces & nephews. Besides his father, Wendall was predeceased by his grandmother, Lillian Frazier. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Jon Bly officiating. Interment will take place later this spring in the Montgomery Village Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 1:00 PM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Wendall’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 300 Cornerstone Dr., Suite 128, Williston, VT 05495.
RICHFORD - Kenneth J. “Woody” Longey
....show , age 64, passed away Friday, May 3, 2013 at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton. He was born August 26, 1948 in Richford the son of the late Felix & Myrtle (Northrup) Longey. Woody lived in Richford most of his life and worked at Sweat & Comings as a boiler fireman, he also stained furniture. His favorite hobby was operating RC planes and boats; he could also repair any electronic device and was an Amateur (ham) Radio Operator. Woody enjoyed riding motorcycle when he was younger. He is survived by his sister, Brenda Longey of Richford; an aunt and several cousins. A graveside memorial service will be held Friday, May 10, 2013 at 4:00 PM in the Hillside Cemetery, Golf Course Rd., Richford with Lyle Willey officiating. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Kenneth’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478.
MONTGOMERY - Robert F. “Bobby” Deuso
....show , age 80, passed away Saturday evening, April 27, 2013 at the Franklin County Rehab Facility in St. Albans. He was born in Montgomery on July 16, 1932 the son of the late Charles & Bernice (Donna) Deuso. Bobby was a lifelong resident of Montgomery and a devoted and faithful servant of the Montgomery United Methodist Church where he helped with the food shelter and had been the bell ringer since the early 1970’s. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He enjoyed riding his bicycle and could often be seen riding to the post office to collect the family mail as well as the neighbors. He also enjoyed watching the Price is Right and Wheel of Fortune. Bobby is survived by his sisters and their husbands, Barbara & Joseph St. Cyr of Montgomery and Shirley & Everett Demeritt of Wolcott; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Bobby was predeceased by his brothers, Wendell & Myles Deuso. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Montgomery United Methodist Church, 20 Fuller Bridge Road, Montgomery with Pastor Edward Sorrell officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in the Montgomery Village Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday from 5-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Bobby’s memory may be made to the Montgomery United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 184, Montgomery Village, VT 05470.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Brandon Allen Gleason
....show , age 17, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, April 27, 2013. Brandon was born July 3, 1995 in St. Albans the son of William Gleason and the late Townya Allen. Brandon was in his senior year at Enosburg Falls High School where he was a member of the Varsity Basketball Team (1,000 point scorer and Mountain Division Player of the Year) and Volleyball Team (Consecutive MVP of the State Championship Game the last 3 years). On the court Brandon was calm and collected, no matter what type of circumstance he was in. He kept the crowd on the edge of their seats with his explosive, yet effortless, and at most times unbelievable moves. His unassuming demeanor belied the powerhouse that he really was. Brandon’s goals after high school were to join his brother in the U.S. Air Force and then to become a teacher. Everyone that met Brandon became a friend. His smiling, loving, easy going nature brought the best out in everyone that knew him. He was a role model and inspiration to younger children who looked up to him wanting to emulate his selfless and generous character. No matter who you were or where you were from he accepted you into his heart. He is survived by his father, William Gleason and his wife Barbara; his siblings, Maria Gleason, William “Will” Gleason and Devyn Gleason all of Enosburg Falls; maternal grandparents, Roy Jr “Buddy” & Sheila Allen of Bakersfield; paternal grandparents, Robert & Yvette Gleason of Enosburg Falls and Bill & Linda Baker of No. Hero; maternal great grandparents, Rose Allen of Bakersfield & Catherine Thomas of Essex Jct; & paternal great grandparents, Jack & Irene Raymond; many aunts, uncles & cousins. Brandon was predeceased by his mother, Townya Allen on October 8, 2002. A celebration of Brandon’s life will be held Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 3:00 PM at the Enosburg Falls High School Gym, Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Brandon will be laid to rest next to his mother in a private committal at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Bakersfield. There will be no visiting hours. Brandon’s family encourages anyone wishing to remember Brandon to make a contribution in lieu of sending flowers to the Brandon Gleason Christian Basketball Camp, C/O Matt Luneau, P.O. Box 812, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
ENOSBURGH - Elizabeth A. Neveau
....show , age 79, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans with her loving family by her side. She was born December 14, 1933 in Fairfield the daughter of the late Delburt & Lela (Derosia) Montgomery. Elizabeth was a Graduate of Enosburg Falls High School class of 1950. Throughout her working career she spent time at the Northland Hockey Stick factory, IBM, Montgomery School House, Fonda, Bertek and St. Michael’s College. Elizabeth’s hobbies included crafts, sewing, reading and puzzles. She is survived by her children, Lance Neveau and his wife Monica of Highgate, Candace Adams and her husband William of Sheldon and Kimberly Dow and her husband Tracy of St. Albans; her grandchildren, Angie Merchand, Chad Neveau, Khristy Royea, Lacey Larock, Kassiah & Neve Adams and Kasey & Taylor Dow; 10 great grandchildren; her sisters, Janet Wells and her husband Kenneth of Sheldon and Jackie McDonald of Franklin, NH; several nieces & nephews and her companion, Orville “Wayne” Kennedy. Besides her parents, Elizabeth was predeceased by her husband, Wilfred Neveau in 1988; her daughter, Vicki Royea in 2012; her brothers, Oakley, Wayne, Philip, Wendell, Alton, Merriman, Frederick and Robert Montgomery and her sisters, Bertha & Bernice Montgomery, Phyllis Robarge, Vera Emch and Ruth Randall. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 1:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau officiating. Interment will follow in the Enosburgh Center Cemetery, Boston Post Rd., Enosburgh. For those who wish, contributions in Elizabeth’s memory may be made to the Enosburgh Ambulance Service, 83 Sampsonville Rd., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
FRANKLIN - Yvette R. Salois
....show , age 93, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at the Franklin County Rehab Center in St. Albans. Yvette was born October 27, 1919 in St. George, Que. Canada the daughter of the late Joseph & Marie Louise (Brouard) Rodrigue. She married the late Lionel Salois on October 25, 1937. Yvette and Lionel moved their family from Canada to Richford in 1958; where they resided for several years. For 18 years she traveled to Florida for the winter and most recently she lived at the Franklin Homestead. Yvette loved playing cards, cooking, quilting and most of all caring for her family. She was also able to take part in all the activities she loved to do at the Homestead up until her passing. She is survived by her children, Yolande Winn and her husband Richard of Bryan, TX, Claude Salois and his wife Loraine of Hanover, PA, Ginette Desautels and her husband Albert of Enosburg, Michele St. Germain and her husband Peter of Highgate Ctr., Andre Salois and his wife Jeanne of Tolland, CT and Frances Salois of St. Albans; 17 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; several great great grandchildren; a brother, Marcel Rodrigue and his wife Helene of Sherbrooke, Que.; sisters, Madeleine Demarais and her husband Lewis of Valcour, Que., Aline Ferland and her husband Philip of Sherbrooke, Que. and Rejeanne Viens and her husband Camille of Nashua, NH and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Yvette was predeceased by her husband, Lionel Salois in 2008; 2 brothers, Rosaire & Armand Rodrigue and 4 sisters, Bella LaChapelle, Melodia Gosselin, Mary Paule St. Pierre and Cecile Verdon. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Church, 62 Missisquoi St., Enosburg with Fr. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will take place at a later date in All Saints Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held on Monday from 6-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Yvette’s memory may be made to the Franklin Homestead - Resident Activity Fund, 114 Homestead Drive, Franklin, VT 05457.
FAIRFIELD - Calvin T. Carpenter
....show , age 77, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. He was born November 5, 1935 in Fletcher the son of the late Herbert & Edith (Taylor) Carpenter. Calvin grew up in the Fletcher area and enjoyed fishing, sugaring and playing cards. He married Mildred Adams in 1956. He spent over 40 years as a local carpenter, he built several houses in the area. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mildred Carpenter of Fairfield; his children, Kevin Carpenter and his significant other, Bev of Ellenburg, NY, Mark Carpenter and his wife Jennifer of Fairfield, Mary Anne Clark and her significant other Daren of Highgate, Glenn Carpenter and his wife Mary of Merrill, NY and Patricia Fortin and her significant other, Rick of Churubusco, NY; his grandchildren, Forrest, Hunter, Nick, Noah, Taylor and Kristen Carpenter, Adam & Berkley Clark, Kaitlin (Clark) Leatherbee and Bryant & Tyler Fortin; great grandchildren, Brandon & Sydney Clark; a siser-in-law, Milda Carpenter of Hyde Park and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Calvin was predeceased by a brother, Allen Carpenter; a sister, Cutricia Darrah; and sisters-in-law, Eunice Blouin and Jeanne Adams. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 11:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 116 Church Rd., Fairfield, VT with Fr. Bill Giroux celebrating the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in the Binghamville Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Calvin’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency - Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Dr., St. Albans, VT 05478.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Mark E. “Peanut” Parent
....show passed away in Key West on May 19, 2013 from accidental drowning. Mark was born in St. Albans on November 23, 1957 to Mary (Elwood) Parent (Enosburg) and the late Gerard Parent. He was the youngest of a family of five; Suzanne (Gervais) wife of John who now lives in Taylors, SC; Gerard Jr., married to Heidi and residing in Dunnellon, FL; Anne (Vaillancourt) wife to Raymond and Nancy (Tessier) wife of Kenny who live in Enosburg. Mark graduated Enosburg Falls High School and commenced his adult life by leaving town. Joined by friends, Mark travelled all over the southern States working for Osmose and living the “great adventure.” There are many known tales and untold legends of this band of Vermonters. Thankfully, he returned to Vermont and ultimately started his lifelong work in concrete construction ultimately establishing his own business, Hole In One Concrete. He had many valued employees over the years. Mark had two children with his first wife, Patricia McDermott. His beloved and cherished daughter, Adrea, who is now married to Adil Elomri and resides in Denver, CO with their beautiful daughter, Ayla. Ayla loved her G’ampy and his never ending supply of popsicles. His son, Padraic, whom his Dad was so proud of and was also his father’s image on the soccer field, currently resides in Boston, MA with his special friend, Emily. For the last 18 years, Mark shared his life with Suzanne Hull-Parent and brought into his family her son, Michael Boomhower. He taught Michael his love of golf, his hard- work ethic, and the value of perseverance. Together Suzi and Mark had a son Nicholas who lived such a short life and taught them the true lessons of love life and loss. A year later, his youngest child Allison was born. Allison was his ‘little bugger’, who enchanted him from the start and amazed him until the end with her strength, intelligence and love. This brings us to Mark and Sports; a passionate and life-long relationship. An avid fan of the Packers, Cardinals, and Blackhawks, we can say he was an exceptional athlete in his own right. Being active in all sports in high school was not enough for Mark, as he went on to play Softball on several men’s league teams during an era of unprecedented competition. He played for the Co-Op Insurance team known as CI, Kittell Branagan & Sargeant (KBS) and Kevins Korner. Breaking state records and traveling out of state, unlike the Everglade Osmose stories, these ball stories are told in the wee hours of the night and will live on in infamy. AND there is always Golf! A scratch player, club champion, long ball crusher, killer of vultures and so on. This love started as a youngster and lasted throughout his whole life. If he wasn’t playing it he was watching it and grumbling about the footage time the celebrity golfers took from the real game. Mark passed his love of his game on to his family, even if he could not make them into lefties. Mark leaves behind many nieces, nephews and dear in-laws, whom he all called family along with his loving dogs Mitch and Max. Mark cherished his past and present friendships with team members, golf partners, friends and family, and his special place he held for his sister Sue and her family. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at 2:00 PM at St. John the Baptist Church, Missisquoui St., Enosburg Falls with Fr. Roger Charbonneau officiating. Immediately following the mass, at 3:00 PM, there will be a Celebration of Mark’s life at the Enosburg Falls Country Club, Elm St., Enosburg Falls. We hope you will join us. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mark’s memory may be made to Fran Jackson, Enosburg School District Treasurer, PO Box 737, Enosburg, VT 05450 to buy winter clothing items for local children in need, a concern Mark voiced frequently.
SHELDON - Richard Brouillette
....show , age 80, died on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. He was born October 18, 1932 in Berkshire, the son of the late Leonide Brouillette and Julianna (Bellemare) Brouillette. He was a lifelong resident of the area and attended schools in Richford, Sheldon and graduated from St. Mary’s in St. Albans class of 1950. On October 5, 1957 he married Marie Lamarche. Richard was involved with farming all his life, and purchased the family farm from his parents in 1963. He and Marie had 5 children and in 1998 sold the farm to his youngest son, Andrew, and he continued to help around the farm. He was a member of Agri-Mark, Farm Bureau, Fletcher Grange #473 and Milton Grange #522, Vermont State Grange past Master, and a member of DHIA for over 50 years. Richard enjoyed his family, children, grandchildren, and great-grandsons. He also enjoyed traveling, reading, playing cards and was an avid user of the rail trail. He was very involved in Sheldon town affairs as selectman, auditor, lister, planning commission member and justice of the peace. He also served as a Franklin County Committee member for the USDA, ASCS, Field Days, and the Regional Planning Commission. He was a devoted parishioner of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Sheldon, where he served on the parish council and as a Eucharistic minister. Richard is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marie Brouillette of Sheldon; his 2 daughters, Teresa Stebbins of Georgia and Mary Brouillette of St. Albans; 3 sons, David Brouillette and his wife Jerri of Sheldon, Mark Brouillette and his wife Wendy of Montgomery and Andrew Brouillette and his wife Susan of Sheldon; his grandchildren, Matthew (Katy), Abbey (Tyler Miller), Nathaniel and Bradley Brouillette, Laura, Eric, and Kristine Stebbins, and Katie Siano; his great grandchildren, Kameron and Jace Brouillette; 2 brothers, Maurice Brouillette and his wife Lorraine of San Clemente, CA and Albert Brouillette and his wife Ruth of Honey Brook, PA; 3 sisters, Rachel Martel of Fairfax, Jeanne Royer and her husband Edgar of Swanton and Paulette Martel of Claremont, NH, mother-in-law, Irene Lamarche of Richford, and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Richard was predeceased by a grandson, Jason Brouillette; a son-in-law David Stebbins; brothers-in-law Roger & Raymond Martel and a nephew Norman Martel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, May 22 at 11:00 AM at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Mill Rd., Sheldon with Fr. Roger Charbonneau officiating. Interment will follow in St. Anthony’s Catholic Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls on Tuesday, May 21, 2013. For those who wish, contributions can be made in Richard’s memory to Inpatient Dialysis Unit in St. Albans in care of Fletcher Allen Health Care, 4610H4, 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401.
FRANKLIN - Kenneth “Kenny” Johnson Jr.
....show , age 51, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. He was born January 31, 1962 in St. Albans the son of Kenneth Sr. & Marilyn (Lumbra) Johnson of Franklin. Kenny was a graduate from MVU class of 1980. After high school he began working as a diesel mechanic where he could enjoy his passion for fixing and rebuilding engines. He married Faith Mudgett on August 3, 1985 and raised their family in Franklin. Kenny could rebuild anything, especially old snowmobiles and vehicles. He fully restored a 1962 Ford Falcon convertible that had been burnt and for the boys’ high school graduation he helped them each rebuild an old truck, Cole’s was a 1980 Chevy K10 and Devin’s was a 1978 Ford F-150. His favorite place was their camp on Lake Carmi where he spent countless hours with friends and family. He loved boating, animals and watching NASCAR. Kenny also loved to travel, especially to tropical islands and in 2001 his family took a cross country trip in which they visited 42 states. He is survived by his wife, Faith Johnson of Franklin; 2 sons, Cole of Enosburg Falls & Devin of Franklin; siblings, Vanka Menard and her husband Donald, Lorna Johnson and Mark Johnson all of Franklin; mother-in-law, Shirley Mudgett of Richford; siblings-in-law, Deborah Hardy and her husband Louie of Berkshire, John Legault of Berkshire, Nancy Jewett and her husband James of Franklin, Michael Mudgett and his wife Pam of Bakersfield and Terry Martin and her husband Brent of Bangor, ME, several nieces & nephews and special family friends, Kelly Kane and Carol Ann Jackson. Kenny was predeceased by his grandmother, Gladys Lumbra; father-in-law, Frederick Mudgett and sister-in-law, Monica Legault. Friends are invited to call on Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 4-7 PM at the Spears funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Funeral services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Interment will take place in the East Franklin Cemetery. For those who wish, contributions in Kenny’s memory can be made to the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478.
RICHFORD - Everett C. Atherton Jr.
....show , age 63, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. He was born in St. Albans on April 26, 1950 the son of the late Everett Sr. & Doris (Reed) Atherton. Everett grew up in Bakersfield and attended both Brigham Academy and Enosburg Falls High School. He graduated from Enosburg Falls High School, class of 1968, where he was a stand-out pitcher for the baseball team. After high school he enlisted in the United States NAVY and received his honorable discharge in 1970. Everett married Susan Spratt in August of 1973 and together, raised their two children in Enosburg Falls. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, being at camp, spending time with family and watching the Red Sox, especially at Fenway Park. Everett spent 25+ years working in contractor sales and he cherished the relationships he made with both co-workers and customers, he truly loved his job. He is survived by his wife, Susan Atherton of Richford; their children, Jeff Atherton and his wife Joy, their son Evan all of Underhill and Lisa Atherton and her significant other, Drew Delorme of Fairfax; his siblings, Corrine Gregoire and her husband Paul of Swanton, Lorraine Brigante and her husband Cosimo of Colchester, Garth Atherton and his wife Judy of Enosburg, Janice Fletcher and her husband Noel “Buddy” of Richford and Garry Atherton and his wife Debra of Richford; his mother-in-law, Gloria Spratt of Pittsburgh, PA; his sisters-in-law, Donna Soxman of Pittsburgh, PA, Barbara Bennewitz and her husband Scott of Cincinnati, OH and Jean Sullivan and her husband Greg of Litchfield Park, AZ; his brother-in-law, Lawrence Gregoire of Richford and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Everett was predeceased by a sister, Phyllis Gregoire. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 18, 2013 at 10:00 AM at the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church, Church St., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Jon Bly officiating. Interment will follow in the Richford Center Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held on Friday, May 17, 2013 from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT. For those who wish, contributions in Everett’s memory may be made to the American Legion Post #42, P.O. Box 572, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 or the Vermont Cancer Center, 89 Beaumont Ave., Given E213, Burlington, VT 05405.
FRANKLIN - Betty M. Sweet
....show , age 80, passed away Tuesday evening June 4, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans with her loving family at her side. She was born August 12, 1932 in St. Albans the daughter of the late Hortense St.Pierre & Armand Williams. Betty met Nathan Sweet when she was in the 1st grade and she later married him on January 23, 1954. They resided in Franklin for the duration of their 60 year marriage. She devoted her life to raising and caring for her family. After she raised her two sons, she became a very doting grandmother who always offered comfort and guidance. As a younger woman, she enjoyed working in her gardens, traveling with her family, and creating crafts. In recent years she spent most of her time visiting with family and friends. She will be missed by many. She is survived by her husband Nathan Sweet of Franklin; her son, Gilbert Sweet and his wife Monica of Franklin; her grandchildren, Amy Forgues and her husband Travis, Harmonie Jewett and her husband Jeff, and Jaime Sweet and her partner Mike Domina; her great grandchildren, Emma, Gabriel & Molly Forgues, Kalie Sweet, Riley Noel & Makaylah Domina; her siblings, Michael Williams, Raymond Williams, Sylvia Cameron and her special sister whom Betty was very close to, Peggy Dubie; many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Betty was predeceased by her son, Randy Sweet in 1979. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 7, 2013 at 11:00 Am at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will follow in the East Franklin Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 10:00 AM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Betty’s memory may be made to the Northwestern Medical Center - Palliative Care Program, 133 Fairfield St., St. Albans, VT 05478.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Ethel M. Carr
....show , age 89, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2013 at the Franklin County Rehab Facility in St. Albans. She was born July 11, 1923 in Richford, Vermont the daughter of the late Cyrus & Ordina (Comstock) Goodhue. Ethel married Frank J. Carr on January 31, 1944 and he predeceased her on July 7, 1993. She worked at the Stanley Nursing Home and was a housekeeper at the Tyler Place and also cleaned many area homes. She enjoyed bowling, dancing to western music and listening to the bag pipes. She especially loved helping people. She is survived by her son Roger Carr and his good friend, Donna Proctor of Double Springs, AL; her daughters, Hilda Rushlow and Leona Donaldson and her friend Julia Guilfoil all of St. Albans; 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren & 2 great great grandchildren; her sisters Lydia Houle of Lake City, FL & Shirley Mudgett of Richford; many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, Ethel was predeceased by her sisters, Leona Clough, Marjorie Diglio, Helen Fontaine, Dorothea Hopson, Hilda Kelley, Jacqueline Lumbra & Stella Broe; her daughter-in-law, Deanna Carr; and her sons-in-law, Robert Rushlow & Charles Donaldson. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Patrick Hoadley officiating. Interment will follow in the Berkshire Center Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday from 1:00 PM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Ethel’s memory may be made to the Enosburgh Ambulance Service, 83 Sampsonville Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Dorothy H. Harvey
....show , 89, of Enosburg Falls and recently of The Pillsbury Homestead in St. Albans passed away June 1, 2013. She was born in West Enosburg on the home farm November 27, 1923, the daughter of Ernest and Flossie (Kelley) Hull. She graduated from Enosburg Falls High School. In October of 1943, she married Garnet L. Harvey and they lived in Berkshire where they owned a farm until December 1964, when they moved their family to the Village of Enosburg Falls. Dorothy served as Assistant Town Clerk of Berkshire from 1945 to 1960. She belonged to the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church and LVIS. She was an active member of the Enosburg Historical Society which she was a part of establishing in 1981. In 1997 she was honored for her work in the Society and Museum, where she spent many hours researching and cataloging historical artifacts. Over the years, she was a member of both the Berkshire Historical Society and Vermont State Historical society in Montpelier. She was a member of the Kerbs Hospital Auxiliary for several years. She was also a member of the Vermont Federation of Women’s Clubs. Dorothy loved to sew quilts, clothing for her family and knitting/crocheting. She enjoyed having family and friends get-togethers and fishing at their camp on Lake Carmi. She collected religious articles and poetry as well as patterns for her quilting and knitting projects. Her favorite hobby was playing cards. She belonged to several card clubs in Enosburg and while she was a resident of the Carriage House in Franklin (2006-2012) she played every Saturday night or any other time she could get a group together. Dorothy is survived by her loving children; D. Ann Clark and her companion Loren “Chubby” Lothian of Franklin, G. Larry Harvey and wife Brenda of St. Albans and Jane Marie Trahan and husband Marc of Rochester, Michigan; her grandchildren, Debbie Boucher (Denis), Pam Toof, Mark Toof (Melissa), Sarah Trahan (husband Andrew), Andrew Trahan, and Megan Harvey; great-grandchildren, Renee Boucher and Cassandra Boucher, a niece and nephew, and special friends Marie Fitzgerald and Ashley Rooney. Dorothy was predeceased by husband Garnet (2006), her parents, her brother Wendall Hull and wife Doris, sister-in-law Marjorie Messier and husband Wesley. Funeral services for Dorothy will be held on Thursday, June 6 at 2:00 pm at Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will follow in the Missisquoi Cemetery in Enosburg Falls. Friends are invited to call at the Spears Funeral Home in Enosburg Falls on Thursday afternoon from 1:00 - 2:00 pm. Gifts in Dorothy’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health - Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Enosburgh Historical Society, P.O. Box 98, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
EAST BERKSHIRE - Edmond Charles Ploof
....show , age 71, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday June 1, 2013. Edmond was born in Fairfield on March 9, 1942 the son of the late Oscar & Margaret (Jenne) Ploof. Edmond’s family moved to Sheldon Creek where he started elementary school later moving to West Berkshire and attended the West Berkshire School. He was a graduate of Enosburg Falls High School class of 1961. After graduating he continued to work on the farm for his father. When he left the farm he went to work for the Vermont Agency of Transportation devoting 30 years of service. He also had a part-time wood business where he bought logs, blocked, split and delivered as much as 140 cords in one year. Edmond decided to try his hand at carpentry, building additions on the camp at Lake Carmi where he loved to spend his summers and then remodeling the family home with a new kitchen and living room. In his earlier years he loved to go riding, taking a road that he hadn’t been on to see where it would come out. He enjoyed family get-togethers and Fredda’s decorating of the house for the holidays. For several years he planted and maintained beautiful flower beds for the Enosburg & Montgomery State Highway Garages and All Saints Church in Richford as well as Our Lady of Lourdes in East Berkshire where he was a longtime member. One of his most enjoyable accomplishments was driving to Florida to visit his brother and sister-in-law. He also enjoyed listening to country music and going to dances. On July 11, 1964 Edmond married Fredda Snider, the love of his life who survives him. Together they had 4 children, Laura Hale and her companion, R.C. Soule of East Berkshire, Cheryl Driver and her companion Jason Beaulac of Alburgh, Patrick Ploof of Richford, and Eric Ploof of East Berkshire; 6 grandchildren, Nathan Hale and his fiancé, Kati Lawyer, Jameson Hale and his wife Sally (Lawyer), Kristen Hale, Adam, Travis & Jonathon Driver; 3 great grandchildren, Lewis, Kaylee & Perrin Hale; his brothers, Richard Ploof and his fiancée Shirley Taylor of Enosburg Falls, Phillip Ploof and his wife Cindy of Wimauma, FL, Roger Ploof of Enosburg Falls Donald Ploof and his wife Janice of Newport, and Wayne Ploof of St. Albans; his sister, Theresa Snider and her husband Cedric of Richford; many nieces, nephews, brothers & sisters-in-law. Besides his parents, Edmond was predeceased by his sisters-in-law, Linda & Betsy Ploof. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 6, 2013 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 Wednesday evening from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Edmond’s memory may be made to the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, C/O Father Karl Hahr, 152 Main St., Richford, VT 05476.
ENOSBURGH CENTER - Shirley Jean Nutting
....show , age 73, passed away on Monday May 27, 2013 at her home with her loving family at her side. She was born February 12, 1940 in Berkshire the daughter of the late James W. & Marion A. (Wetherby) Thompson. Shirley married Herbert G. Nutting Sr. on July 25, 1956. Shirley & Herb resided in West Chesterfield, NH and had worked as an Inspector for American Optical in Brattleboro before moving to back to Enosburgh Center in 1981 to care for her parents and other family members and most recently helping to care for her cherished mother-in-law, Cecile Nutting. She enjoyed photography, sewing, fishing, camping & bottle digging. Most importantly she loved having her children & grandchildren around. She was a former member & treasurer of the Eagles Club in Brattleboro. She is survived by her children, James Nutting and his wife Cindy of Keene, NH, Lisa Bergeron and her husband Thomas of Highgate, Deborah Aldrich and her fiancé, Ron Fuller of Enosburgh Center, Walter Nutting and his girlfriend Kathy Venturella of Spring Hill, FL, and Herbert G. Nutting Jr. and his wife Vicki of Enosburgh Center; 14 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren; her sister, Patricia Parker of Plattsburgh, NY and brother-in-law Earl Parker of Chazy, NY; her brothers, Robert Thompson & Norman Thompson and his wife Linda all of Enosburgh; her mother-in-law, Cecile (Ryea) Nutting of Enosburgh Center; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Shirley was predeceased by her husband Herbert G. Nutting Sr. on March 7, 2008; her grandson, Hunter Nutting in 2009 and her brothers, Roger James Thompson & Roger Lee Thompson. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 31, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Patrick Hoadley officiating. Interment will follow in the Enosburgh Center Cemetery. A time of visitation will take place at the funeral home on Friday from 9:00 AM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Shirley’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency - Home Care Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
RICHFORD – Louise R. Doe
....show , age 91, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 in the apartment she loved at 44 Main St. in Richford. The widow of Arthur C. Doe, she was the fourth daughter of the late Hibbard and Olive (Hicks) Guilmette of Richford. Louise and Arthur along with their children Hibbard S., Francis P. and June were life-long residents of Richford. It was her love for children that led her to open their home to many children needing temporary parenting and to later become a Foster Grandmother at the Country School. She loved to bake and share those baked goods with family and friends, especially at 44 Main. She was also a communicant at All Saints. She is survived by her sons, Hibbard and his wife, Claire of Richford and Francis of Canaan, VT; grandchildren, Hibbard J. of Richford, Loren A. and his wife, Sylvia of Berkshire, Steven and his wife, Margaret of Fairfield, Christina Charron and her husband, Alan, also of Berkshire, Monica Doe of Bronx, New York, Frank Gasasu of Boston, MA, SSG Anthony Mercure and his wife, Christina and her three children of Colorado Springs, Daniel and his wife, Holly of Sheldon and Celeste Malin of Richford; great grandchildren, Breanne and Alexandra Doe of Fairfield, Jeremy, Sarah and Evan Doe and Ryan, Alison and Derek Charron all of Berkshire and Dakota and Cheyenne Malin of Richford; special nieces, Hattie Mayotte and Kathleen DiPerna of Richford, Kellie Olio of Jay, Cheryl Jewett of Fairfield, Jackie Romanki and Lisa Millspaugh of New York, Carol Streeter of St. Albans, Debbie Bougerois of Swanton and several other nieces and nephews. Besides her husband and parents, she was predeceased by three sisters, Mary Stetson, Lora Dougherty and Frances Pevo and her daughter, June Mercure. Please join us Wednesday June 26, 2013 at 11:00 AM for a Mass of Christian Burial at All Saints Catholic Church, Main St., Richford officiated by Fr. Karl Hahr. Interment will follow in the Richford Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday from 4 to 7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. The family wishes to thank all the special Home Health attendants who so faithfully assisted her; Phyllis, Karrie, Theresa, Sandy and Carol, RN Tammy S. and CVAA's Harry B. Also special thanks to Pattie B. Always available to run an errand. For those who wish, contributions in Louise’s memory may be made to All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St., Richford, VT 05476 or Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
RICHFORD - Micheline M. Hardy
....show , age 92, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2013 at the Our Lady of the Meadows facility in Richford. She was born on December 13, 1920 in St. Camille, Quebec, Canada the daughter of the late Ovide & Armandine (Savage) Godbout. Micheline married Paul Hardy on August 28, 1943. They lived in Sherbrooke, Quebec until 1949 when they moved to Berkshire, VT. They farmed in Berkshire from 1949 until 1986 when they moved to Richford. Micheline was a homemaker and raised 10 children. She enjoyed knitting, family gatherings, bird watching and keeping up with community news. She is survived by her children, Mark & So of Fairfax, VA, Guy of Richford, Mireille Longe of St. Albans, Louis & Deborah of Berkshire, Diane & Stewart Longley of Essex, Joanne Hardy of Montpelier, Carole & William Wolfe of Myrtle Beach, SC, Daniel & Marie of Sheldon, Gilles & Sheila of Berkshire and Julie & Michael Choquette of Berkshire; 26 grandchildren & 33 great grandchildren; a brother, Bernie Godbout of Gloversville, NY; 6 sisters, Rachel Godbout of Sherbrooke, Que., Gabrielle Godbout of Montreal, Que., Paulyne Godbout of Magog, Que., Madelaine & Armand Hebert of Delanson, NY, Carmen & Richard Hebert of Saratoga, NY and Marcelle Demers of Deland, FL and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Micheline was predeceased by her husband, Paul Hardy in 1992; a great granddaughter, Alysa LeClair and siblings, Norman, Richard and Yves Godbout and Theresa Hauver. Micheline’s family would like to thank the staff from Redstone Villa and Franklin County Rehab for assisting with her care, and a special thank you to the people of Our Lady of the Meadows for the care given to their mother. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2013 at 11:00 AM at All Saints Catholic Church, Main St., Richford with Fr. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in All Saints Catholic Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held Wednesday, June 19, 2013 from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Micheline’s memory may be made to the American Heart Association - Vermont Affiliate, 434 Hurricane Ln., Williston, VT 05495.
DELAND, FL / FRANKLIN, VT - Rachel Mary Streeter Prive
....show , age 89, died at home with her daughters on Thursday, June 13, 2013 in Deland, FL. Rachel, daughter of the late Raymond and Bernice (Messier) Streeter was born February 17, 1924 in Franklin, VT. She graduated from Franklin High School in 1942 and married George Prive on October 24, 1945 in Franklin. Rachel and George owned a dairy farm on the West Berkshire Road and raised a family until moving to Westford, Vt. where she worked outside the home. After retiring in 1979, they lived in Florida and Vermont to return to Franklin in 1992 and lived at the Homestead from 2001 to 2008, then Rachel lived with family for care. Rachel was a communicant at St. Mary’s of Franklin, St. Peter of Deland, and St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Enosburg Falls, Vt. She was an Auxiliary member of Post #42 American Legion of Enosburg Falls,Vt, a member of St. Mary’s Parish Council, and a special friend to Franklin Post Office Workers. Her surviving family includes her children, Richard Prive and his wife Shelba of Enosburg Falls, VT, Rochelle Prive of Waterville, VT, Mary Prive and Patricia Mann of Deland, FL, Gwendolyn Kae Machia of West Berkshire, VT and Helen Gallagher and her husband David of Bristol, ME; 12 grandchildren and their families, Nancy Scott, Amanda, Edward, Tonya, Tina, Melissa W., Michael, David, Jason, Melissa L., and Christa; 12 great grandchildren; a brother-in-law Joseph Prive of Inverness, FL; a sister-in-law, Theresa Neale of Enosburg Falls, VT and several nieces, nephews, and cousins of the Prive, Streeter, and Messier families. Besides her parents, Rachel is predeceased by her husband, George in 2008; a sister, Gwendolyn Streeter; 5 sisters-in-law, Alexina (Gerard) Laferriere, Beatrice (Aimee) Dufresne, Antoinette (Frank) Myott, Biola (Leo) Parent, Gertrude (Leon) Couture and a brother-in-law, Raymond Prive. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at 11:00 AM St. John the Baptist Church, Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls, VT with Fr. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in the Franklin Center Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Rachel’s memory may be made to the Franklin Homestead - Resident Activity Fund, 114 Homestead Drive, Franklin, VT 05457 or to the Franklin Fire Department, P.O. Box 172, Franklin, VT 05457.
SOUTH BURLINGTON / ENOSBURGH - Barbara Joyce Ovitt
....show , age 95 passed away Tuesday morning, June 11, 2013 at the Franklin County Rehab Center. She was born November 30, 1917 in Enosburgh the daughter of the late Eugene H. & Clara (Frazier) Ovitt. Barbara was a 1935 graduate of Enosburg Falls High School. After high school she loved working on the family farm until she worked in various business places in Enosburgh including Ben Franklin Store, Champlain Chevrolet and Spears Pharmacy. While living in Enosburgh she was a member of the West Enosburgh United Methodist Church & UMW. She was active in community affairs, serving on the Board of Civil Authority and as Auditor for the Town of Enosburgh. She was also a member of the Enosburgh Historical Society and could be considered an amateur historian, Green Mountain Folklore Society (writing award winning essays) and the Vermont Handcrafters. She enjoyed many crafts including, Quilting, Braided Rugs and Early American Stenciling. In 1997 Barbara moved to South Burlington to share a home with her sister Leora Ovitt. She became a member of the Faith United Methodist Church and the Faith Fellowship Women. She is survived by her cousins, Theodore Frazier of Enosburgh Center, Joan Faux and her husband Rev. Ronald Faux of Yucaipa, California; many special friends. Besides her parents, Barbara was predeceased by her sister, Leora Ovitt. In keeping with Barbara’s wishes there will be a graveside service held on Sunday June 16, 2013 at 2:00 PM at the Sheldon Village Cemetery, Sheldon Woods Road, Sheldon with Pastor Krista Beth Atwood of the Faith United Methodist Church officiating. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Barbara’s memory may be made to the Faith United Methodist Church, 899 Dorset Street, So. Burlington, VT 05403.
BERKSHIRE – Harry E. “Sonny” Ryea Jr.
....show , age 52, passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. He was born in St. Albans on March 16, 1961 the son of Shirley (Chaplin) Ryea of Fairfield and the late Harry Ryea Sr. Sonny lived in Berkshire and loved spending time with his family, especially the children. He spent a great deal of his time working. His favorite hobby was playing horseshoes while drinking beer. Sonny is survived by his wife, Lesa (Combs) Ryea of Berkshire; mother, Shirley Ryea of Fairfield; children, Jason Combs Sr. and his wife Jennifer of Bakersfield, Renata Kane of Swanton, Liza Murray and her husband Shawn of Enosburg and Anthony Ryea and his wife Melissa of Sheldon; grandchildren, Bridget, Kady & Jason Jr. Combs, Mark & Grace Ryea, Loghan & Maci Randall, Reghan Audette and Dalton & Alyssa Murray; siblings, Henry Ryea and his wife Susan of Greensville, NC., Luna Clark of St. Albans and Susan Bergeron and her husband Raymond of Enosburg, several nieces & nephews and his best friend, Kerry Hull of Berkshire. Besides his father, Sonny was predeceased by his sister, Evelyn Gleason. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at 3:00 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. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2:00 PM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Sonny’s memory may be made to help pay funeral expenses and sent to Lesa Ryea, 2988 Vermont Rt. 105, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
RICHFORD - Lonnie D. Jacobs
....show , age 48, passed away unexpectedly on July 9, 2013 at his home in Richford. Lonnie was born in St. Albans on December 3, 1964 the son of the late George Jacobs Jr. and Arlene (Peters) Gilmond. He was a graduate of Richford High School class of 1983 and a lifelong resident of the area. Throughout his working career he spent time as a cook at the Redstone Villa, a laborer at Lussier’s Saw Mill and as a forklift operator at Rock-Tenn, Lonnie also served in the Vermont National Guard. His hobbies included tinkering on old vehicles; especially Chevrolet engines, 4-wheeling, shooting his guns, going for rides in his Mustang, going to lawn sales and just hanging out with friends, especially Wally Peters and Tim Egan. Lonnie was always there to help out a friend and had a special love for German Shepherds. Lonnie is survived by 2 sons, Josh Jacobs and his wife Jamie and their daughter, Lexi Mae all of Richford, Matthew Jacobs and their mother, Becky Jacobs both of Enosburg; a daughter, Lindsay Jacobs and her mother Heather Flood both of Richford; siblings, Rick and his wife Debbie of Richford, George and his wife Jean of Richford, Kim Jacobs and her significant other Buzzy Royea of Enosburgh and Bradley and his wife Chrissy of Canandaigue, NY and several nieces & nephews. Lonnie was predeceased by his parents. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 12, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with pastor Lyle Willey officiating. Interment will follow in the Richford Center Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10:00 AM until the hour of the funeral. For those who wish, contributions in Lonnie’s memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 1 Kennedy Dr., Suite L8, South Burlington, VT 05403.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Mr. Richard “Dick” J. Roberge
....show , a Vermonter and a retired businessman, died on July 7, 2013. Mr. Roberge leaves his wife of many years, Claire, his two daughters, Sharon Larose of Enosburg Falls and Judy Roberge of Stowe, as well as two grandsons, Dylon Larose of Burlington, and Dakota Larose and companion Agatha Delisle of Richford. He was blessed with two great grandchildren, Dominic and Taylor of Richford. Mr. Roberge was active in civic affairs for many years and also belonged to several local organizations. A time of visitation will be held at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls on Wednesday July 10th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Family & Friends are invited to gather following the visiting hours from 1:30 to 3:30 PM for light refreshments at the American Legion Hall, 108 Depot, St., Enosburg Falls. There will be no formal funeral service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. Roberge’s memory may be made to the Enosburg Ambulance Service, 83 Simpsonville Road, Enosburg falls, VT 05450 or to the Northwestern Medical Center Palliative Care Program, 133 Fairfield St., St. Albans, VT 05478.
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