, 90, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, previously of Dunedin, Florida, died on Monday, January 21, 2013. He was born on October 26, 1922, in Richmond, Quebec, to Felix and Leslie (Ross) Elgood. He grew up in Island Pond, where he graduated from Brighton High School in 1939. After three years of service in the U.S. Maritime in World War II, he attended the University of Vermont, where he received a B.A. in 1950. He then moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan, where he met and married Ann Drew. Mr. Elgood earned his M.A. degrees in speech and library sciences from the University of Michigan. He taught and coached debate at University of Michigan and General Motors Institute (now Kettering University) from 1952 to 1958. From 1958 to 1979, he was a director of General Motors Institute's Library. In 1979, he retired and moved to Clearwater, Florida. In April of 1988, he married Sylvia K. “Kathy” Barringer in Crystal Beach, Florida. He is survived by children and step-children: Ross Elgood of Victoria, Texas, Leslie Elgood of Albuquerque, Stevin Barringer of Crystal Beach, Barbara Grandchamp and her husband, Dave, of Glastonbury, Connecticut, and Lisa Tullius and her husband, Jim, of Crystal Beach; and by grandchildren: Laura Elgood, Alex, Douglas and Lauren Grandchamp, and James and Rachel Tullius. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Island Pond Historical Society, P.O. Box 408, Island Pond, Vermont 05846; or to the Mease Manor Foundation, 700 Mease Plaza, Dunedin, Florida 34698.

, 69, of Newport died suddenly on Thursday, January 24, 2013, at his home. He was born on March 5, 1943, in Newport Center, a son of Clarence and Eva (Morse) Hill. On November 24, 1982, he married Bobbie Kahlstrom who survives him. Mr. Hill was a dairy farmer most of his life. He was employed by local farms, and at one time he had his own farm. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife Bobbie Hill of Newport; his children: Dean Hill Jr. of Newport, Kevin Hill and his wife, Caroline, of Sheffield, William Hill of Sutton, Doreen Hill of Albany, Timothy Hill and his friend, Tassie, of Essex, Chuck Hill of Newport, Sharmin Hill of Newport, and James Begin of Stowe. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Joshua Davio, Samantha Hill, Sherri Vinal, Diamond Begin and Cheyanne Begin; his sisters: Alena Sherlaw of Newport Center, June Stuart of Barre, and Dwanetta Bickford of Derby; and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters: Capitola Hill, Helen Rainey, Vanetta Collins, Eva Collins, Theresa Stuart, and Edna and Joan Hill; and by his brothers: Clarence and Oliver Hill. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 88, of Barton died peacefully on Monday evening, January 21, 2013, in St. Johnsbury. She was born on February 4, 1924, in South Barton to Perley and Eva Nault. She married Earlton Hinton, in 1943, who predeceased her. The name Arlene means "promise, pledge." She was a woman of promise. Full of warmth, kindness, and hospitality, she touched the hearts and lives of many. She had taught us that the simple and beautiful things in life are far more rewarding than riches. That is a lesson we will hold in our hearts. The simplicity of a warm summer porch was one of her favorite gathering places. She would welcome family, friends, and anyone who stopped by with a warm meal and a warm home. She enjoyed traveling to Maine with family, the challenge of a good puzzle, and caring for others. For 18 years, she cared for others as a nurse's aide at the Colonial Nursing Home, now the Union House in Glover. She is survived by her five children: Carolyn Malek and her husband, George, of East Barre, son Brian Hinton and his wife, Linda, of Barton, daughter Janice and her husband, Ken (Ducky) Larocque, of Barton, son Marlin (Paul) Hinton of Coventry, and son Dale (Moochie) and his wife, Val Hinton, of Brownington. She was also a proud “Gram” to 18 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 13 great-great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her sisters: Esther Lacroix, Lorraine Lenton, and Vivian Durivage, as well as by one granddaughter. She sparkled with joy. Her kindness and warmth will be greatly missed. Funeral services were held on January 26 in Barton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul's School, in care of the furnace fund, 54 Eastern Avenue, Barton, Vermont 05822.

, 66, of Greensboro died on Saturday, January 19, 2013, at North Country Hospital in Newport. He was born in Burlington on January 25, 1946, the son of Arlton and Marjorie LaPierre. He grew up in Greensboro, attending St. Jay Trade School after graduation. He married Melodyann Fellows of Groton in August 1991, having 7,815 perfect and joyful days together. Mr. LaPierre was a talented finish carpenter. He worked on many camps around beautiful Caspian Lake. He donated his skills of working with wood to churches and many people. He is survived by his wife Melodyann of Greensboro; a brother, Ernest (Jake), of Morrisville; a sister, Rachel, of Hardwick; his children: Danielle, Michael and his wife, Virginia, of Greensboro Bend, Dominique LaRose of New Haven, Connecticut, Denise Savoie and husband, Henry, of Virginia, David LaRose Jr. of Maryland, and Dustyn and Douglas of St. Albans. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren. He was predeceased by one grandchild. Mr. LaPierre loved his children equally.

, 93, formerly of Island Pond, died on January 20, 2013, in St. Albans. She was the widow of Rheal Major, who predeceased her in 1999. She was born in Albany Center on August 30, 1919, the daughter of Michael (Mitch) and Sarah (Sadie) Noyes Gonyaw. She enjoyed traveling with her late husband, sewing for family members, gardening, knitting, and crocheting. She was a devoted housewife and mother and enjoyed working part time for the state of Vermont at the Brighton State Park for over ten years. She is survived by her children: Paulette Major of Barre, Patricia Oftedal and her husband, Sven, of Eastport, Maine, Lucian Major and his wife, Lucille, of Richmond, and Rene Major and his companion, Sharon Towne, of Colchester; her grandchildren: Amy Moriarty and her husband, Tom, of Bennington, Christopher Major of Fairfax, and Diane Bouchard and her husband, Pierre, of South Burlington; and by her great-grandchildren: Taytum and Haley Bouchard of South Burlington. She is also survived by her brother Mahlon Gonyaw and his wife, Madeline; her sister-in-law Janet Major Doyon; as well as by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers: Marvin and his wife, Donna, and Roland and his wife, Alice; and by her grandson Marc Major. Funeral services were held on January 24 in Island Pond. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Vermont Chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, 162 South Main Street, Waterbury, Vermont 05676; or to The Vermont Chapter of The American Cancer Society, 55 Day Lane, Williston, Vermont 05495.

died January 26, 2013, at the Newport Health Care Center with his wife, Carolyn, and his sons Joshua and Jonathan at his side. He was born May 14, 1928, in Albany, the son of Enoch and Mildred (Brown) Rowell. In 1958 he married Carolyn Anderson of Craftsbury and together they moved to their home in Albany Village and raised their two sons. They bought the Roscoe Cowles farm and the Samuel Chaffee farm to complete their Jersey dairy operation in the village, which his sons continued to operate. He had two brothers, Enoch and Willard Rowell, and a sister, Pauline Goodwin, who all predeceased him. During his childhood he was educated at the Albany Elementary School and extended his education at Craftsbury Academy, where he graduated in the class of 1946. He was a lifetime member of the Maple Valley Grange of Albany and the Meridian Sun Lodge # 20 of Craftsbury. He was also a member of the Albany Historical Society and was instrumental in establishing the Albany Veterans Memorial. After graduation he worked at logging, with New England Telephone doing line work out of St. Johnsbury, at Brow's Potatoes in Albany, and at several farms as a hired hand. He became an advocate for and loyal member of the Albany Fire Department, which was organized in 1958. He was a selectman for the town of Albany, and a deputy game warden for the Vermont Fish and Game Department. He also became interested in the Vermont Legislature, where he served as Albany's representative from 1957 through 1959. He entered the Vermont National Guard in 1947 and served during the Korean War as a top secret interpreter stationed in Stuggart, Germany. He also worked at Ethan Allen manufacturing in Orleans, where he was a lumber dryer and a lumber buyer for 34 years, retiring in 1993. He enjoyed working on the farm after his retirement, and taught his sons how to make a fence and run a chainsaw and farm equipment. He also taught them to hunt deer and ducks. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Rowell; by his two sons, Joshua and Jonathan Rowell, and Jonathon's wife, Carol, all of Albany; and by two granddaughters, Alora and Gratia Rowell. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins and by many friends. A graveside service will be held at the Albany Village Cemetery in the spring. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Albany Fire Department,P.O.Box 300,Albany, Vermont 05820, or to the charity of one's choice.

, 94, died on January 24, 2013, at Tampa General Hospital in Florida. He was born on November 6, 1918, to William and Lena (Weeks). He worked as a dairy farmer, carpenter, and construction superintendent for Wright and Morrissey Construction. He served his country in the U.S. Navy Nineteenth Seabee Construction Battalion during World War II. He is survived by two sons: Steven Roya of Pine Island, Florida, and Bill Roya of Irasburg; one daughter, Debbie Roya, of Clearwater, Florida; his wife, Lucille, of Lecanto, Florida; one brother, Cleave Roya, of Barberville, Florida; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and by nieces, nephews, and stepchildren. Donations may be made in Mr. Roya's memory to the Florida Sheriff Youth Ranches, Inc., P.O. Box 2000, Boys Ranch, Florida 32064.

, 83, of East Charleston died on January 13, 2013, in Newport. She was born on July 10, 1929, in Irasburg, a daughter of Perley and Grace (Smith) Chaplin. On October 3, 1981, she married Edward Boncek who survives her. She previously married Richard Turcotte and Lawrence Lumbra, both of whom predeceased her. Mrs. Boncek was employed by the Newport Plastics Company of Newport. She also worked at one time for the American Red Cross. She enjoyed the company of her family and her cats, Iky and Kit Kit. She also enjoyed her flower gardens and watching deer, moose and birds. She is survived by her husband Edward Boncek of East Charleston; by her children: Lawrence Lumbra and his wife, Janice, of Stafford, Virginia, Diana Villeneuve and her husband, Larry, of Newport, and Thomas Turcotte of Orleans; six grandchildren: Tina, Kimberly, Lawrence, Jesse, Jeannine, and Chelsea; and by 12 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her half-brothers: Earl Stewart of Troy, and Robert Chaplin and his wife, Doris, of Hardwick; and by her nephew Brian Chaplin and his wife, Judy, of Troy. She was predeceased by a son, Steven Turcotte; her brother Kenneth Chaplin; and by her half-brother Ralph Chaplin. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road in Newport, with the Reverend Sean Quinn officiating. Interment will follow in Troy Village Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 41, of Vergennes died on January 15, 2013, in Vergennes. She was born May 10, 1971, in Cannan, a daughter of Eugene and Rosalie (Ashline) Coderre. Ms. Coderre loved spending time with her son. She had a heart of gold and was always willing to help anyone. She is survived by her son Trevor Coderre of Vergennes; by her brothers: Mitchell Coderre and his wife, Sylvia, and Eugene Coderre, all of Canaan. She was predeceased by her sister Laurie. Funeral services were held January 19 at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Orleans where a Mass was celebrated. Spring interment will be in St. Theresa's Cemetery in Orleans.

, 101, of Newport died in Newport on January 18, 2013. She was born September 20, 1911, in Derby, a daughter of Lewis and Cora (Clough) Bates. On July 17, 1971, she married Leon J. Corrow, who predeceased her. Mrs. Corrow taught school for a couple of years, worked in retail stores, and was a homemaker before going to Dartmouth-Hitchcock Hospital where she was a secretary for 19 years. She married her first husband, Harold L. Derusha, on March 13, 1937. He died on August 25, 1954. She and Mr. Corrow wintered in Florida for seven years. She was a member of Community Circle and took many trips with them. She was a volunteer for RSVP and had given over 1,000 hours of her time. She is survived by her children: Pauline Wallace and her husband, Leslie, of Florida and Carol Ann Fifield and her husband, Dawson, also of Florida; by her grandchildren: Scott Wallace and his wife, Lori, of California, Kelly Rivoli and her husband, James, of Maine, Judith Langhans and her husband, James, of Vermont, Doreen Allen and her husband, Hudson, of Massachusetts, Kimberly White and her husband, David, of Florida, and Jay Fifield of Arizona; by six great-grandchildren; and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Rufus; by her sisters: Elizabeth Benner, Ruth Lafoe, and Rachel Chaffee; and by a stepson, Wayne Corrow. Funeral services were held on January 22 at the Derby United Church with the Reverend Frank Beattie officiating. Spring interment will be in Derby Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Bel-Aire Activities Fund, 35 Bel-Aire Drive, Newport, Vermont, 05855.

, 69, of Orleans, died on Thursday, January 17, 2013, at her home. She was born on July 28, 1943, in North Troy, a daughter of Blaine Calloway and Natalie (Armstrong) LeBlanc. She enjoyed playing bingo, playing practical jokes and she loved to attend family cookouts, and she adored spending time with her family. She also enjoyed playing games on her computer. During her lifetime, she was employed at Newport Plastics in their sanding department and also at Columbia Forest Products. She is survived by her son Rusty Dionne and his wife, Anne, of Newport; her good friend Norman Stevens of Orleans; her grandchildren: Heather and Dustin Driver of Newport; her brothers: Roger Calloway and his wife, Betty, of Newport, and Donald Calloway and his wife, Ilene, of Orleans; her sisters: Priscilla Simpson of Orleans, and Linda Bennett and her husband, Norman, of Coventry; and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Betty Scott; and by her stepfather Alfred LeBlanc. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 3, at the Newport Center Cemetery with the Reverend Paul Prince officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Ronald Holland Dialysis Unit at North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 79, of Island Pond died suddenly on January 14, 2013, at his home. He was born in Island Pond on October 19, 1933, a son of John and Evelyn (Kehoe) King. On November 27, 1959, he married Sylvia Cloutier, who survives him. Mr. King was a supervisor for the Canadian National Railway. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He served his town as a selectman, cemetery commissioner, and for the water department. After his retirement in 1989, he enjoyed reminiscing about his railroad days. In his earlier years, he also enjoyed hunting and fishing at K-B-Dam. He held membership with the American Legion Post #80 of Island Pond and was a member of the Masons. He is survived by his wife, Sylvia King, of Island Pond; by his children: Tia Martin and her husband, Robert, of Bluewater Bay, Florida, Dawn King of Newport, Miriam King of Oxford, Massachusetts, and Sarah Gajus of Fayetteville, North Carolina; by his grandchildren: Lance, Corey, Neil, Danae, and Steven; by his great-grandchildren: Chance, Sarah, Corey James, and Austin; by his sister Ruth Driscoll and her husband, Jim, of South Yarmouth, Massachusetts; and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a half brother, Ralph Stebennes, and by a half sister, Vera Brickett. Funeral services were held on January 18 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Island Pond. Spring interment will be in Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to American Legion Post #80, Island Pond, Vermont 05846.

, 57, of New Britain, Connecticut, formerly of Newport, died on Saturday, January 12, 2013, in New Britain at the Hospital for Special Care. He was born on December 22, 1955, in Newport, the son of Delwin and Dorothy (Bowen) Marcotte. He graduated from North Country Union High School in 1974. He was a train engineer for the Canadian Pacific Railroad in Pennsylvania. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, telling jokes, visiting with his family and friends and he enjoyed the company of his Great Danes. He is survived by his daughter Brittany Marcotte Perrault of Derby; his sister Brenda Michaud and her husband, Jimmy, of Plainville, Connecticut; and by his nieces and nephews: Kimberly Misluck, Kiley Michaud, Christopher Parker, and Corey Michaud. He was predeceased by his parents; his sister Linda Parker; and by his brother Wendell Marcotte. A graveside service will be held in the spring at the Derby Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to a charity of one's choice.

of Jay died on January 16, 2013, at the age of 83. He shared 62 years with the love of his life, Lois. Mr. Morin was born on June 5, 1929, in Williamstown, a son of Philibert and Melanie (Roy) Morin. Growing up in the Northeast Kingdom, he worked with his brothers on the family farms operated by his father. Mr. Morin fibbed about his age and joined the United States Army Air Force at the age of 17 where he was a sergeant and radar mechanic stationed in Alaska. After his service, Mr. Morin moved to Westport, Connecticut, where he married, started a family, and owned and operated several gas stations, including Servicemen's Oil Company. He moved to Vermont in 1969 where he owned and operated several businesses, including Morin Real Estate in Jay for over 30 years. During his years in Jay, Mr. Morin was a member of the American Legion and the Troy Area Lions Club. He was a volunteer firefighter and later treasurer of the Jay Fire Department. He volunteered at Jay bingo and at the North Troy American Legion and was active with the Troy Lions Club. He served on many boards, including the Community National Bank's. He enjoyed working at the Westfield senior meal site, playing golf and cards with friends, and Texas hold 'em at the Lions Club. Mr. Morin was very civic minded and was always ready to lend a hand. Over the years he and Lois traveled throughout the U.S. and also to Europe. They also enjoyed many trips through Community Circle. In addition to his wife, Lois (Spielman) Morin, Mr. Morin is survived by his six children: Jean Janci of Nashville, Tennessee, Donna Morin of Nashville, Kim Starr of Tucson, Arizona, Jo-Ann Chicoine of Suffolk, Virginia, Margaret Hartman and her husband, Bill, of Derby, and Roger (Chip) Morin Jr. of Troy; by 15 grandchildren: Jennifer Royea, Aaron Janci, Meghan Janci, Carolyn Patenaude, Katie Holt, Amanda Trono, Chad Chicoine, Onalee Hopkins, Ashley Juliano, Lee-Ann Cotner, Mitchell Hartman, Tyler Starr, Nicholas Leithead, Hanna Morin, and Andrew Morin; and by 14 great grandchildren. Mr. Morin had 12 brothers and sisters. Of those, he is survived by Leo Morin and his wife, Kathe, Albert Morin and his wife, Kathleen, Blanche Sullivan, Carmen Scofield and Patricia Valley. He was predeceased by brothers Armand, Rene, Edward, Gerard, Robert, and John and by his sister Lucille Morin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association (Martha Richardson, Vermont Chapter — Alzheimer's Association, 300 Cornerstone Drive, Suite 128, Williston, Vermont 05495), or the Troy Area Lions Club, P.O. Box 175, Westfield, Vermont 05874, or the North Troy American Legion Post #28, Attention: Richard Berthiaume, 254 Dominion Avenue, North Troy, Vermont 05859, or the Jay Volunteer Fire Department, Memo: Roger Morin, 157 Revoir Flat Road, Jay, Vermont 05859. Friends are asked to join the family at the Eastside Restaurant in Newport on Thursday, January 24, between the hours of 4 to 8 p.m. in a celebration of Mr. Morin's life. A military graveside service will be held in the spring at the Lowell Town Cemetery.

, 94, of Derby Line died on January 19, 2013, in Newport. He was born January 6, 1919, in Lewiston, Maine, a son of Claudaire and Lydia (Nolet) Nadeau. He married Mary Guillette, who predeceased him. He was a veteran of World War II. He was a cook in logging camps in Pittsburg, New Hampshire. He held memberships with the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #798, American Legion Post #21, and the Knights of Columbus. He is survived by his daughters: Patricia Marchesseault of Laconia, New Hampshire, and Mariann Letarte and her husband, Bill, of Dummer, New Hampshire; by his grandchildren: Renee Honeman and her husband, David,of Tilton, New Hampshire, Emanuell Borrowski and her husband, Mat, of Cooperstown, New York, Claudia Marchesseault of Laconia, New Hampshire, Louis Pilote of Gilford, New Hampshire, Jonathan Benoit of Hampton, New Hampshire, and Gabrielle Letarte of Dummer; by five great-grandchildren; by his sisters: Doris Duhaut, Armande Gaudreau and Jean D'arc Gilles, all of Coaticook, Quebec; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by nine brothers and four sisters. Funeral services were held on January 22 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport. Spring interment will be in St. Edward's Cemetery in Derby Line.

, 80, of Derby died on January 14, 2013, at his home. He was born August 13, 1932, in Coventry, a son of Preston and Angelina (Bousquet) Sheltra. In 1960 he married Mary Ruth Skeen, who survives him. Mr. Sheltra was a self-employed equipment operator. He was a member of the Sons of American Legion Post #21 of Newport. He lived in Florida for over 40 years. Upon retirement, he and his wife moved to their homeat Sunset Acres on Lake Memphremagog. He loved to play golf, hunt with his brother-in-law, play cribbage, work outside in general, and also run his chainsaw and drive his John Deere tractor. He played in the Newport Country Club Member Guest tournament for over 25 years. Mr. Sheltra is survived by his wife, Mary Sheltra, of Derby; by his children: Robert Sheltra and his wife, Tammy, of Florida, Roger Sheltra and his wife, Liz, of South Carolina, James Sheltra of Tennessee, and Sheila Marie Warren and her husband, Michael, of Tennessee; by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; by his sisters: Marion Briere, Jeanette Besaw, Alice Edwards and her husband, Olin, Lucille Carter and her husband, Louis, and Laurette Cote; by his sister-in-law Doris and her husband, Don Truly; and by very best friends Ruth and Dean Sweeney. He was predeceased by his son Allen Sheltra and by his brothers: Reynolds, Raymond, Richard, Ronald, Roger, and Reginald. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, January 25, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 26, at St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newport where a Mass will be celebrated. Spring interment will be in St. Ignatius Cemetery in Lowell. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, Inc., 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

died in Medford, Massachusetts, on Saturday, January 12, 2013. She was born in St. Albans on November 2, 1932, the youngest child of Charles Louis Boivin and Germaine Blanchette. Dorothy's father died when she was nine years old and her mother, Germaine, raised their seven children. Uncountable stories have been shared of how everyone got through those early years, and of how close the family has always remained. Dorothy attended Bellows Free Academy in St. Albans, where she played on a basketball team that won the state championship. Dorothy married Frederick Henry Webster Sr. on April 14, 1951, in St. Albans. Although from the “city,” she quickly learned to drive a tractor and milk those cows and she was so proud of that! There wasn't much Dorothy couldn't do when she put her mind to it. Children from this marriage were Frederick Jr., Paulette, Pamela, Anna, Peter, Valerie, Daniel, Sharleen, and Linda. Dorothy next married William Alexander Carabine Sr. on December 29, 1972, in Boston. She and “Bill” enjoyed many travels together and loved to visit at the Winthrop Yacht Club, where she worked for many years as bookkeeper. Her youngest child, William Jr., was born of this marriage. After nearly 16 years of marriage, Bill passed away. Dorothy always missed him. Dorothy earned an associate's degree at Ulster County Community College while the family was living in Coxsackie, New York. She worked for many years as an office manager for Rostine, Inc., in Woburn, Massachusetts. After Bill died and as retirement neared she made a major life move to Las Vegas and lived with her brother Roger, sister Cecile and their mother, Germaine. The four of them enjoyed each other's company for many years. Dorothy loved to knit — something one would always see her doing while watching television or just talking at home. She loved to travel and would often talk about the trips she took in those early days with her mother and some of her siblings. She loved going to bingo and loved Las Vegas and going to thecasinos with family members.And she loved her little dogs, especially Babe, who kept her company these past many years and who passed away just weeks after Dorothy entered the nursing home. In 2005 Dorothy suffered a major stroke. After rehabilitation she moved to Richmond, Virginia, to live with her daughter, Valerie Nuckols. Later on she moved to Winthrop, Massachusetts, and lived with her son, Bill Jr., until this past summer, when she broke her leg and required rehabilitative care. Valerie, Bill and their families cared for Dorothy with devotion that will always be appreciated. Dorothy is survived by her sister and dear friend, Pauline Bushey. Pauline's children were always close and dear to Dorothy, and she appreciated their love and visits. She is also survived by seven children, 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Dorothy was predeceased by her children Frederick Jr., Peter and Linda; by her great-granddaughter McKenzie; her brothers, Roger and Stanley; her sisters, Cecile, Lucille, and Leona; and her sons-in-law Lucien Blodgett, Robert Pettee and John Nuckols. Dorothy will be cremated and later buried in Winthrop with Bill.

, 89, formerly of Waterford and Irasburg, died on Tuesday morning, January 15, 2013, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury. He was born in Waterford on August 31, 1923, the youngest of eight children born to Pearl (Smith) and Sam Willson. He and his wife Beryl (Harvey) Willson moved to Irasburg from Waterford; she passed away on January 26, 2002. Mr. Willson worked on the Willson family farm in Waterford. He then purchased and operated farms in St. Johnsbury Center, then in Waterford, then in Coventry, and his last farm was in Charleston. He retired from farming in 1983. He then was the sexton for the Waterford Cemeteries for fifteen years. He also mowed cemetery lawns in Irasburg and enjoyed woodworking, making many crafts over the years. He was very community minded. He served as a lister for the town of Waterford and later he was a selectman for the town of Charleston. He was a member of the Farm Bureau and the Soil Conservation Service. He is survived by his devoted partner Janet Lucas of St. Johnsbury, who cared for him until the end; four children: Cheryl Simino and her husband, Dale, of West Charleston, Ronald Willson and his wife, Lisa, of Charleston, Susan Patneaude and her husband, Roy, of Inverness, Florida, and Sandra Keyser and her husband, Phil, of Eden; 15 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and by nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents; his five brothers: Hubert, Lincoln, Leland, Donald, and Dean Willson; and by his two sisters: Nina Stone and Mildred Tripp. Funeral services were held on January 18 in St. Johnsbury. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in lower Waterford on Friday, May 10, at 1 p.m. Donations made in his memory may be directed to Caledonia Home Health Care, for Hospice, 161 Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819.

of Marshfield died on December 23, 2012, at the age of 74. He was the beloved husband of 48 years of Madeline “Sugar” (Marmai) Young and the loving father of Mark Young and his wife, Sandra, of Marshfield, of Joseph Young and his wife, Tara, of Plymouth, Ann-Margaret Gorham and her husband, William, of Marshfield, and Paul Young and his wife, Kate, of Marshfield. He was also the loving grandfather of Ryan, Brianna, Megan, Emma, Nicholas, Mikayla, Joseph, Caitlyn, Ashley, Johnny, Travis and Wyatt and the dear brother of Henry, Robert, Fred, Claire and Joseph, all of Vermont. He was the brother-in-law of Joseph Marmai and his wife, Christine, of Hanover, and a son of the late Henry and Margaret (Taylor) Young of Hardwick. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mr. Young was born on September 4, 1938, in Craftsbury. He graduated from Craftsbury Academy. He had been a resident of Marshfield since 1957. He served in the United States Army and Reserves during the Vietnam era. Mr. Young belonged to the Marshfield Sons of Italy and was a member of the Disabled Veterans of Marshfield. He worked as a self-employed mason contractor. A funeral was held on December 28 at Our Lady of the Assumption Church in Marshfield. Contributions in Mr. Young's memory may be made to South Shore Visiting Nurses Association, 100 Bay State Drive, Braintree, Massachusetts 02185, or to Cranberry Hospice, 36 Cordage Park Circle, Suite 326, Plymouth, Massachusetts 02360.

, 29, beloved son of Laramie Bliven and George Bliven, was suddenly called to heaven to be a special angel on Thursday, January 10, 2013. He was born in Miami, Florida, lived in Lowell as a child, and came home in February 2012 to start anew with his family in Derby Line. Although Mr. Bliven had experienced many difficulties in his life, he remained strong, never gave up, and was determined to get well and have a happy life. He was a kind, loving, gentle man who loved to cook and was hoping to attend the New England Culinary Institute and eventually own his own restaurant. He also loved to draw and spent much of his time honing those skills. He had a special connection with his niece Hailey, and they enjoyed playing Xbox, being artistic and just spending time together. Mr. Bliven had four beautiful children who he loved dearly and two others who he also loved and embraced as his own. His heart ached every day that he was not with them. Unfortunately, he had to leave them in Tennessee to get well with the goal of providing them with a better life. He loved the outdoors, had hiked part of the Appalachian Trail, and always wanted to return and complete the trail from start to finish. Anyone who really knew him knew they were blessed that he was their friend. Mr. Bliven is survived by his beautiful children: Ryleigh, three months; Tristan, two years; Dante, four years; Jaelynn, six years; Trinidee, 13 years;and Andree, 14 years; by his partner, Sabrina Proffitt, of Morristown, Tennessee; by his mother, Laramie Bliven, of Derby Line; his father, George Bliven, and his wife, Cathy, of Port Angeles, Washington; two loving sisters: Hilary Bliven and her partner, Courtney Forbes, of Homestead, Florida,Sydney Bliven and her partner, Anthony Columbia, of Newport Center;his special niece Hailey Bliven of Derby Line; his maternalgrandparents Beryl and Clayton Foss of Sebastian, Florida; his paternal grandfather, Seth I. Bliven, of Sebring, Florida; his uncles: Glenn Foss, Dale Foss, and Steve Greenbaum; his aunts:Chris Ellen Bliven and Margaret Gandee;his nieces: Sanya and Gemyah Allen; his nephew Joshua Allen; and a few very special close friends. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Vermont (NAMI) 162 South Main Street, Waterbury, Vermont 05676-1519.

-We have a lot to be thankful for. After 95-plus good years, Dad died on the morning of January 3, 2013. He was born on June 2, 1917. Although his family was from Cookshire, Quebec, Canada, Dad was actually born in Auburn, Maine, on June 2, 1917. His parents had come to the U.S. looking for work, leaving the family farm behind for now. When our dad was approximately age two, they went back to the family farm in Cookshire. There was one more trip back and forth within a couple of years, but only for a short time. Dad left school in the seventh grade. Like his father used say, “that was enough education and there was work to be done on the farm.” So there was mostly farming in the warmer months and logging in the winter. Dad even spent time logging in the U.S. over the years. Sometime during this period of his life, the girl on the farm down the road, our mother Jeanne Carrier, must have caught his eye. In the late thirties, he went to Hartford, Connecticut, to live with an uncle and work in a factory there. While he was in Hartford, World War II broke out, he was drafted into the American Army in 1942, and was honorably discharged in 1946. He didn't waste time going back to Canada and finding our mother who had been working at a hotel cooking and waitressing. They were married on June 24, 1946. Our Mom working at a hotel must have given them the idea because that same year, they purchased a hotel in Lyndonville with another couple. Within a year, they sold their share and purchased the Valley House Hotel, later called the Valley House Inn, in Orleans, in 1947. Over the next 33 years, they build many lifelong friendships and memories too numerous to mention. They would continue to play a part in the Valley House until it was destroyed in a tragic fire in January 1998. While at the Valley House, they had three boys: Michel, Frank, and David. David and Frank would purchase the hotel from them in 1980 with David as manager and Frank as silent partner until its loss in 1998. Dad and Mom moved back to her family farm in Cookshire and they lived in that area until their passing. They made frequent trips to Orleans and to many places in Europe and the U.S. visiting their children and family over those retirement years. Fern and Jeanne would spend 64 years together prior to Mom's passing at the age of 92 in September 2010. Both folks lived good lives right up to their passing, so we feel truly blessed. Dad was predeceased by his brother Raymond and sister Therese. He has one surviving brother, Noel, who lives in Sherbrooke. He is also survived by a sister-in-law, Dolores Reid, in Scotland. He leaves behind his son Michel and daughter-in-law Elaine who live in Texas; their daughters Cynthia and Jessica, as well as Pamela; son Frank who lives in Florida; and son David and daughter-in-law Louise who live in Orleans; and their children Rance and Celeste. He also leaves behind five great-grandchildren. A Mass was celebrated on January 12 at St. Camille Catholic Church in Cookshire, Quebec, with plans to have a family gathering at the spring interment in celebration of their lives.

, 80, of Newport Center died peacefully on Monday, January 7, 2013, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 30, 1932, in Newport Center, a son of Frederick and Asenath (O'Brien) Bowen. In 1950, he graduated from Newport High School. On July 2, 1955, he married Helen Armstrong, who survives him. Mr. Bowen was a self-employed farmer for many years and he also drove a school bus for North Country Union High School. He was a member of the Newport Center Methodist Church. He loved gardening, maple sugaring, and in his younger years he enjoyed fishing, including ice fishing, camping, traveling, and tinkering around his home, and he did many projects for his family and friends. He is survived by his wife Helen Bowen of Newport Center; by his children: Jean Hammond and her husband, Charles, of Newport Center, and Debra M. Bowen and her fiancé, Steve Register, of Live Oak, Florida; by his grandchildren: Jesse Hammond of North Troy, and Chris Hammond and his wife, Emily, of Newport Center; by his great-grandchildren: Madison and Tyler; by his sisters: Lois Rockwell of Newport Center, and Nelda Hodek and her husband, Hank, of Florida; and by many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister, Eunice Koniezny. Funeral services were held on January 12 in Newport. Spring interment will be in Newport Center Cemetery on May 25 at 11 a.m. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Newport Center Methodist Church, care of Charles Drown, 334 Cross Road, Newport Center, Vermont 05857; or to the Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, Inc., 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 67, of Coventry died peacefully on January 8, 2013, in White River Junction. He accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his savior in June 2012 and is now present with the lord. He was born July 29, 1945, in West Stewartstown, New Hampshire, a son of Earl and Margarett (Edwards) Gray. On February 10, 1990, he married Monique Boutin, who survives him. He enlisted into the United States Army where he received the Purple Heart, serving his country during the Vietnam War. Mr. Gray was an inventory clerk for Ethan Allen Manufacturing for 35 years. He enjoyed the small farm and the animals that were on it. He really liked his tractor. He was a family man who enjoyed his children and grandchildren. He was loved by everyone and always enjoyed the company of his family. He is survived by his wife, Monique Gray, of Coventry; by his children: Paul Gray and his wife, Kathy, of Island Pond, Travis Gray of Hawaii, Steve Belley and his companion, Danielle, of Quebec, Gaetan Belley and his wife, Trisha, of Quebec, and Johanne Collins and her husband, Cliff, of Newport Center; by ten grandchildren; by his sisters: Gleigh Heath and her husband, William, of Island Pond, Anna Johnson of Orleans, Charlotte Gunn of Island Pond, Patricia Gray of St. Johnsbury, Ginny Wing and her husband, Alan, of Island Pond; by his sister-in-law Gunda Gray of Danville; by dear family friend Diane Brindley; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter Wendy; by his brothers Earl and Glenn Gray; and by his sister Marilyn Wade. Funeral services were held on January 11 at the Grace Brethren Church in Irasburg with the Reverend Scott Libby officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the VA Medical Center for the Hospice Suite, Building 31, Ground Floor, 215 Main Street, White River Junction, Vermont 05009.

Award of the Army Commendation Medal The following award is announced: US51546346 Private First Class E3 United States Army Company A 2d Battalion 18th Infantry; Army Commendation Medal with “V” Device August 1966: July 2, 1966: Gray-Niles Republic of Vietnam For Heroism: While conducting search and destroy operations in Loc Ninh Province near the Cambodian border, his unit was attacked by a numerically superior insurgent force armed with automatic weapons, small arms, grenades, rocket launchers and mortars. During this action, he displayed outstanding valor and exemplary courage while inflicting heavy casualties upon the Viet Cong. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he repeatedly exposed himself to intense hostile fire in order to place highly effective fire upon insurgent positions. During the entire engagement, the only concern of this outstanding soldier was for successful completion of his mission. The rapidity and aggressiveness with which he followed the orders of his superiors were in large measure responsible for his company's achievement. In repelling the repeated insurgent assaults, he gave material aid to the overwhelming success with which the 2d Battalion, 18th Infantry accomplished its mission. Private First Class Gray's actions are keeping with the finest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army. By direction of Secretary of the Army, under the provisions of AR 672-5-1.

, 84, of North Troy died on January 14, 2013. She was born May 17, 1928, in North Troy to Melvin Dunn and Mary E. Dunn. She graduated from North Troy High School and the University ofVermont School of Nursing. She was a clinical instructor for UVM's school of nursing before moving back to North Troy after marrying William “Bill” Marsh in July of 1955. Mrs. Marsh was a nurse at the Orleans Hospital before becoming a school nurse responsible for the schools of North Troy, Troy, Jay, Lowell, Westfield, and Newport Center for many years. She was also a longtime member of the Troy School Board. She loved her job and cared deeply for her students and her community. She was always willing to help others in the community in any way she could. She is survived by her son Peter and his wife, Eleanor (Evans) Marsh, of Huntington; her grandchildren Megan and Christopher also of Huntington; her sister Lois Guyette and children David, James, Carol, Robert, and John; her brother James Dunn and his wife; her sister-in-law Muriel Dunn and children Dennis, Cheryl, Robert, Terri, and Judy; several grandnieces and -nephews; her husband's nephews and nieces Carolyn Marsh, Carmi Michael Marsh and his wife, Pierrette, and Judy Hughs. She was predeceased by her husband, Bill, less than a week ago. She stayed strong for him for many years but was ready to leave this earth with him. Their bond was strong and apparent to all who knew them. Mrs. Marsh was also predeceased by four siblings: Grover or “Buddy,” Dorothy, Roberta, and Jimmy. In lieu of flowers, the family would ask that contributions in Mrs. Marsh's name be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855, or to North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855. Funeral services for both Mr. and Mrs. Marsh were scheduled to be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 16, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday January 16, 2013 from 9 a.m. until the hour of the funeral. Spring interment will be in Newport Center Cemetery.

, 89, of North Troy died on Wednesday, January 9, 2013. He was born on July 23, 1923, in Morrisville, to Carmi R. Marsh and Louise E. Marsh. He graduated from North Troy High School in 1941. He was a member of the 1938 North Troy High School state baseball championship team. Mr. Marsh enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1942, where he served in the 268th Field Artillery Battalion. He was wounded in Germany in 1944 and discharged in 1945. He went on to graduate from the Boston University College of Business Administration in 1949. He held several positions: cost accounting clerk for Owens Illinois Plywood Company and Green Mountain Power Corporation; a comptroller for Owens Illinois Plywood Company; business manager for the Vermont Department of Forests and Parks; and he also served as Deputy Finance Commissioner and Director of Financial Operations for the state of Vermont from 1961 to 1978. He retired in 1978 due to ill health. He was a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Disabled American Veterans. He is survived by his wife Fratia, who he married in 1955; his son Peter and his wife, Eleanor (Evans) Marsh, of Huntington; his grandchildren: Megan and Christopher, also of Huntington; his nephews and nieces: Carolyn Marsh, Carmi Michael Marsh and his wife, Pierrette, and Judy Hughs and husband, Mark; his sister-in-law Lois Guyette and her children: David, James, Carol, Robert, and John; his brother-in-law James Dunn and his wife; his sister-in-law Muriel Dunn and her children: Dennis, Cheryl, Robert, Terri, and Judy; and by several grandnieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers: Frederick and Carmi W. Marsh. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 16, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, at 4670 Darling Hill Road, in Newport. Friends may call at the funeral home on January 16 from 9 a.m. until the hour of the funeral. Spring interment will be in Newport Center Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions in Mr. Marsh's name be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855; or to North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 90, of Newport died peacefully on January 10, 2013, at his home. He was born April 5, 1922, in Derby, a son of Claude and Lena (Ellis) Powers, and also of his stepfather, Ernest Baraw. He was a veteran of World War II and served in Germany and France in an infantry unit, where he met and married the love of his life, Jacqueline. They were married for 68 years. He was an office manager for Nadeau's Auto Parts and Salvage. He was employed for H.P. Hood and Sons, and he retired from Waste USA. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, going to hunting camp with his son Richard and grandson Scott. He was known as the Old Man of the Mountain. He also enjoyed gardening, reading on his porch, taking care of his house, and visiting with family. He would help anyone in need. Mr. Powers held memberships with St. Mary's Catholic Church and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #798, both of Newport. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Powers, of Newport; by his children: Shirley McFadzean and her husband, Verne, of Alburg and Richard Powers and his wife, Rachel, of Coventry; by his grandchildren: Julie Terrazzano of Georgia, Deanna McFadzean of St. Albans, Kathleen Shedd and her husband, Jay, of Fairfax, and Scott Powers of Atlanta, Georgia; by his great-grandchildren: Garrett, Abby and Val, Jenna, Olivia, Ricky, Nichole and her husband, Landon, and Chloe; and by his great-grandson Brantley. He was predeceased by an infant brother, John, and infant daughter, Linda Lee. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, at St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855, or to the Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, Inc., 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 84, died on Tuesday morning, January 8, 2013, in her home in the village of West Charleston, after a short battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her family in her final weeks and did not suffer thanks to the services of the Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice care, with her granddaughter Summer Brunelle serving as her care provider. She was born on February 17, 1928, at the Doncaster farm on the shores of Little Salem in Derby. Her parents were Vernon Doncaster and Annie (Aiken) Doncaster. She grew up on the Doncaster farm on Little Salem in Derby, and often told stories from the old days of doing the farm chores, living off the land and attending the one-room schoolhouse. A few of her favorite stories were about her father making her clean and eat Salem horn pout (which she hated), being tricked by her brother Wayne into doing his work, and how her brothers taught her to swim across the “neck” between Little and Big Salem by telling her to watch the dog and do as he did. She lived in the village of West Charleston her entire adult life. Her white house on the hill was known by most in the community and was a common gathering point for family and friends over the past many decades. She loved gardening and working in her flowers every day, never resting if a weed or grub was in one of her beds. She was the family matriarch who gladly opened her home as the focal point for the extended family and friends. She was not shy about giving her family advice and often drilled the lessons of living frugally and within your means. Many recall the traditional Sunday gatherings at the home place to gossip and play cards while enjoying her delicious culinary creations that became know as the “Sunday Special.” She was proud of her associate's degree in teaching that she earned at night while raising a family, making many long drives to New Hampshire to attend classes. She enjoyed teaching Head Start in Island Pond and Newport for many years and often ran into her old students when she was out shopping or yard-saleing. She discovered traveling when her son Gary moved away, and enjoyed many trips to Florida, Arizona and Indiana. In recent years, she enjoyed getting back to Salem Lake to enjoy pontoon rides and family visits on the deck. She also loved to go to the local restaurants with her daughter Beth, her husband, Clifford Crowe, and his mother, Kitty. She is survived by her children: Beth Crowe and her husband, Clifford, of West Charleston, Marsha Brunelle and her husband, Victor, of West Charleston, and Gary Powers and his wife, Jennifer, of Lafayette, Indiana; her brother Wayne Doncaster and his wife, Betty, of Irasburg; her seven grandchildren: Jeffrey Powers, Summer Brunelle, Gabriel Brunelle, Megan Timmons, Casey Powers, Marshall Powers and Annie Powers; and by her great-grandchildren: Kylie Monfett. Ricky Mislick, and Jacob Brunelle. She also had many nieces and nephews, and was especially close to Cheryl Lawson, Keith Austin and Kathy Currie, whom she helped raise after her sister Vivian's early passing. She was predeceased by her husband Ray Powers in 2005; and by her siblings: Wendell Doncaster, Vivian Austin, Joyce Jennesse and Otis Doncaster. A memorial service was held on January 11 in Newport. Memorial donations may be made to the Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, Inc., 46 Lakemont Road, Newport Vermont 05855.

, 76, of Jay, died suddenly on Wednesday, January 9, 2013, at his home. He was born on June 3, 1936, in Springfield, Massachusetts, a son of William and Ruth (Johnson) Talbot. On June 14, 1962, he married Shirley Riendeau who survives him. The couple celebrated their fiftieth anniversary in 2012. Mr. Talbot entered the United States Marines, where he served his country during the Korean War. During his lifetime, he was a traffic manager for General Instrument Corp., from where he retired. He was an NRA patron member, PVA life member, DAV life member, and a member of the American Legion Post #28 of North Troy. He graduated from Cathedral High School in Springfield, and from the Hartford School of Criminology in Hartford, Connecticut. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and their visits. He enjoyed woodworking, landscaping, and carpentry. He is survived by his children: Luke Talbot of Island Pond, John Talbot and his wife, Kasey, of Newark, Matthew Talbot and his companion, Amber Lyon, of Westmore, Janelle Light and her husband, Robert, of Morrisonville, New York, and Beth Fitzgerald of Westfield, Massachusetts; his grandchildren: Travis, Abel, Robert (R.J.), August, Molly, Savannah, and Kaeleigh; a great-granddaughter, Evelyn; and by several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his sisters: Eleanor McNulty and Mary Agnes Funai and her husband, Fran. He was predeceased by a son and daughter, and by two brothers and one sister. Funeral services were held on January 12 in North Troy. Spring interment will be in Jay Cemetery with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Shriners' Hospital for Children, 51 Blossom Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02114.

, 83, of Newport died on January 12, 2013, in Newport. She was born October 3, 1929, in Orleans, a daughter of Elmer and Greta (Dunham) Hilliard. In 1950 she married Leland Whipple, who predeceased her in 1986. Mrs. Whipple worked as a nurse's aid at the Maple Lane Nursing Home for over 20 years. She also was employed at the soup kitchen at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Newport. She held memberships with the American Legion and VFW auxiliaries and the Orleans Senior Center. Her hobbies included knitting, fishing, crocheting, doing puzzles, playing bingo, and attending to her houseplants. She is survived by her children: Barbara Jean Bushaw of Burlington, Bruce Whipple and his wife, Darlene, of Newport, Karen Conley and her husband, Jesse, of Barton, Kim Whipple and companion, Debbie, of Orleans, Mark Whipple and companion, Kerry, of Orleans, Chris Whipple and his wife, Kris, of California, and Colby Whipple of Brownington; by her 11 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by four brothers: Warren, Clayton, Marvin, and Maynard (Stub); and by two sisters: Verna Coburn and Verla Drake. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 92, of Morgan passed away peacefully at her home with her loving family around her on January 6, 2013. She was born on December 26, 1920, in Johnson, the daughter of Henry and Delores (Bergeron) Maynard, who predeceased her. On July 5, 1939, she married Alton Frederick Ames Sr. who predeceased her in September 2004. She loved traveling to Maine with her husband. Mrs. Ames loved to cook, crochet, and spending time working on her rose bushes. She also loved her Reader's Digest and daily bread books, and loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her three children: Anita Derosier of Newport, Alton Ames Jr. of Swanton, and Arthur Ames of Morgan. She was a proud grandmother of eight grandchildren: Carol Derosier and her partner, Leo, of Newport, Ronald Derosier Jr. of Newport, Mary Higginson and her husband, Robert, of Morgan, Lisa LaBounty and her husband, David Sr. of Derby, Melissa Wilcox and her partner, Richard, of Newport, Alton Ames III of North Dakota, Octavia Ames of North Dakota, and Michael Ames and his wife, Holly, of Ohio. She has ten great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. She is also survived by two sisters and one brother and a special niece and her husband. She was predeceased by her stepmother, Dorothy Maynard; by one sister and four brothers and her son-in-law, Hector Derosier Sr. Graveside services will be held on July 5, 2013, at 11 a.m. at the Clark Cemetery in Morgan. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be sent to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate, Inc., 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, Vermont 05495

, 55, of Newport died peacefully on January 5, 2013, in Newport, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 9, 1957, in Springfield, Massachusetts, a daughter of O. Harry and Blanche (Prue) French. On August 7, 1976, she married Larry Boisvert, who survives her. Ms. Boisvert was secretary for the Border Lodge Credit Union. She held membership with St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newport. She is survived by her husband, Larry Boisvert, of Newport; by her children: Thomas Boisvert and his fiancé, Amanda Roberts, of Newport, and Andrew Boisvert and his wife, Corey, of North Troy; by her grandchild Shauna Boisvert; by her step-grandchildren: Aaron Sheltra and Ashley Sheltra; by her sisters and brothers: David French and his wife, JoAnn, of Newport, Robert French and his wife, Mary, of Springfield, James French and his wife, Patricia, of Springfield, Katherine French of Newport, Aileen Coulombe and her husband, Gerald, of Newport, and Julie Farioli and her husband, Dave, of Hampden, Massachusetts; by several nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Ms. Boisvert was devoted to her family, who always came first in her life. Family was her joy, and she loved spending time with them at the lake, camping, and at frequent family gatherings. She loved music and enjoyed it when everyone would sing, share love and laughter. She treasured just being together, especially with her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed making all those around her happy and was always there for whatever her family needed. She taught all how to love, laugh and cherish each other. All are blessed with her genuine family spirit. Funeral services were scheduled to be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 9, at St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newport, where a Mass will be celebrated. Spring interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the HALO Foundation, in care of Community National Bank, 4811 Route 5, Derby, Vermont 05829.

, 68, of Barton died in Newport on December 31, 2012, with his family at his side. He was born on July 13, 1944, in Barton, a son of Maurice and Blanche (Badger) Colburn. On August 4, 1962, he proudly married his loving wife of 50 years, Brenda Bickford, who survives him. Mr. Colburn had many jobs over the years but was known as a large equipment operator. He worked many years for Calkins Sand and Gravel in Coventry. He worked for area town highway departments. He spent time logging, as well as running his own small engine repair shop. He also worked severalyears at the Barton Graded School as a custodian. He and his wife, Brenda, enjoyed camping with friends and family in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Mr. Colburn enjoyed woodworking, tinkering on anything, and watching traffic from his front porch. One of his favorite pastimes was watching sports on TV, especially college football and basketball. He also loved his two dogs and their companionship. He derived great pleasure from spending time with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Colburn, of Barton; by his children: Marvin Colburn and his wife, Rhonda, of Barton, Mark Colburn and his wife, Hope, of Glover, Kelita Colburn of Loris, South Carolina, and Konnie Perkins and her husband, Eric, of Westmore; by grandchildren Torre, Devin, and LaurenColburn, and Brooke Perkins; by great-grandson Karson Meyer; by his brother Dick Colburn and his wife, Diane; his sisters Joyce Curtis and her friend, Dale, Gail Auger and her husband, Phillip, Cecile Randall and her husband, Charlie, Theresa Bonvouloir and her husband, Richard, and Beth Colburn. He was predeceased by his parents, his brother Roy, and his sister Marilyn. Graveside services will be held in the spring at Westlook Cemetery in Glover.

was born in Orleans on September 10, 1926, a daughter of Delphis and Juliette Souliere. Growing up with ten brothers and sisters was a story within itself. She leaves two younger sisters: Sr. Carmel and Theresa and brother Beeb. Mrs. Collette married the love of her life, Philip R. Collette. who predeceased her exactly six months to the day. They celebrated their sixty-fifth anniversary in Florida where they had lived in harmony since 1980. Their summers at Shadow Lake camp, “ Luvithere,” were many, and their family visited often to see their parents and grandparents until the trips north proved to be too much. Mrs. Collette had three sons: Richard and his wife, Joyce, of North Carolina, David and Kathleen of North Carolina, and Mark and his wife, Dee-dee, of Orleans. She was the proud grandmother of nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Her education was at Orleans and Sacred Heart High School, and her working life started at the local pharmacy, her father's businesses and the Orleans Commission Sales for brother Joe. For the next 20-plus years she was a partner with her husband, operating Phil Collette Plumbing and Heating in Orleans. About 40 years ago, she was awarded a special honor from the Lions Club as Citizen of the Year as she was recognized for donating a kidney to her brother “Gassy,” which was quite a gift. Putting others before herself reflected her strong faith in God, which helped her to be well prepared for her day of reckoning. This inner strength was evident as her challenges were met every day for the last two years. Mom was an awesome quilter and won many blue ribbons at the local fair. Her quilts will be cherished by the family. We admire our mother for many reasons but the fact that she accomplished so much throughout her life - a marriage that worked, a family to be proud of, over 30 years of retirement, returning to her home in Orleans with her independence just in time for Thanksgiving. She didn't ask for much — her own kitchen, laptop for her e-mails, and a lot of family and friends to share her remaining days back home, just taking care of business. Many times we heard one of her favorite sayings:
"Yesterday is history
Tomorrow a mystery
Today is a gift
That's why we call it the present."
The care she received from her family, special friends, Home Health and the Visiting Nurse Association, professional health providers and many others was admirable and will always be remembered. Funeral arrangements will be at the family's earliest convenience. At this time, any gifts offered in her memory could be directed toward the Orleans County home health, hospice and Visiting Nurse Association organizations. Those people are indeed angels on earth who made the last days as comfortable as could be, special people indeed. Thanks to all of you! Mom is at peace with Phil, family and friends and her spirit will always be with us. If anyone knows the words to an old Jimmy Durante song called “Side by Side,” the lyrics sum up her outlook of what is important in life. Wasn't long ago we were singing it going down the road — she knew all the words.

, 65, of Newport died suddenly on January 2, 2013, in Coventry. He was born October 30, 1947, in Newport, a son of Rudolph and Vivian (Brien) Corkins. On June 14, 1970, he married Jo-Anne DeJoseph, who survives him. He graduated from Copaigue High School in 1965 in Long Island, New York. Mr. Corkins was employed as a machinist at Tivoly in Derby Line. He retired from there on November 1, 2012. He was a member of the local 1829 Machinist Union and the Derby Lanes Bowling League and the softball league. He loved to take his children and grandchildren fishing. He also loved to watch western movies on television and buy scratch tickets. He is survived by his wife, Jo-Anne Corkins, of Newport; by his children: Patrick D. Corkins of Newport Center, Samantha L. Knight and her husband, Jeremiah, of Newport Center, and Cole Corkins and his wife, Samantha, of Newport Center; by his grandchildren: Patrick T, andOlivia Corkins, Deven, and Mattisen Knight, and Sophie Mae Corkins; by a brother, Dennis Corkins, and his wife, Luann, of Gouldsboro, Maine; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers: Michael and Rudolph Corkins. Funeral services were held at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport on January 8. Spring interment will be in Pine Grove Cemetery in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

, 32, of North Troy died suddenly on January 1, 2013, in Newport. She was born April 23, 1980, in Springfield, a daughter of Wilmer McVinney and the late Anita (Fortin) McVinney. She married Donald Coull, who survives her. Ms. Coull enjoyed playing bingo and loved her children very much. She is survived by her husband, Donald Coull, of Island Pond; by her children: Taylor B. Coull and Corbin Coull, both of North Troy; by her father, Wilmer McVinney, of New York; and by her two brothers: Patrick McVinney and his wife, Amanda, of New York, and Paul McVinney, also of New York. She was predeceased by her mother, Anita McVinney, and by hersister Kathleen Malcolm. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Spring interment will be in Bellows Falls. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, Inc., 55 Day Lane, Williston, Vermont 05495.

, 89, of Boxborough, Massachusetts, died on December 30, 2012, at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born in Melbourne, Quebec, Canada, on May 21, 1923, a daughter of the late Reuben and Madonna (Gereaux) Christie, and she was the wife of the late James Donald Coutts, who died in 2000, and the mother of the late Major James Bruce Coutts. She moved to Island Pond at a young age and graduated from Brighton High School in Brighton. She moved to Massachusetts and graduated from Mt. Auburn School of Nursing in Cambridge in 1942. She then joined the U.S Army Nurse Corps as a first lieutenant in World War II, serving in Italy. She was married in 1947 and had made her home in Boxborough since 1961. Mrs. Coutts returned to Mt. Auburn Hospital as a supervisor of nursing for several years. She later worked with her husband at their business, J. Coutts and Son Company, now operating as Coutts Specialty Foods. Mrs. Coutts is survived by four daughters: Lorna and her husband, Raymond Rush, of Littleton, Massachusetts, Alison Chateauneuf of Boxborough, Martha and her husband, Alfred Eisenberg, of Francestown, New Hampshire, and Janet L. Coutts of Westborough, Massachusetts; by two sisters: Norma Meredith of Island Pond and Roberta Lybrand of Hollywood, Florida; by her brother Robert and his wife, Irene Christie, of Island Pond; by seven grandchildren: Cydney Cotter, Wesley Rush, Cameron Chateauneuf, Graham Chateauneuf, Rachael Coutts, Stephanie Harris, and the late Evan Chateauneuf. She had seven great-grandchildren. A funeral service was held on January 4 at the Badger Funeral Home in Littleton. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Hospice of the North Shore and Greater Boston, 70 Walnut Street, Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481, or Loaves and Fishes, P.O. Box 1, Ayer, Massachusetts 01432.

, 73, of Irasburg died suddenly on December 19, 2012, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Hospital in Lebanon, New Hampshire, surrounded by his family. Mr. Crouch was born at home on June 19, 1939, in North Haven, Connecticut, a son of the late Alan and Eleanor (Kripps) Crouch Sr. He was a 1957 graduate of North Haven High School in North Haven, Connecticut. He married Shirley Flagg on September 8, 1962. A lifelong love story endured as Mr. and Mrs. Crouch recently celebrated their golden fiftieth wedding anniversary on September 8, 2012, with family and friends. Mr. Crouch's career as a heavy equipment crane operator brought him to nearly every city in the Northeast, building bridges, roadways, the World Trade Center twin towers in the 1960s, and most recently he completed work on the Ted Williams Tunnel as part of the Big Dig in Boston, Massachusetts. He was a proud member of the Teamsters Union and Local 4 International Union of Operating Engineers. In his younger years, Mr. Crouch was a volunteer lieutenant with the North Haven Fire Department. He enjoyed building things, and admired anyone who worked with their hands. He loved tractor pulling, restoring antique John Deere tractors, and gardening. He was also a comical storyteller who could make anyone laugh until they had tears in their eyes. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Crouch, of Irasburg; by his sons: Robbie Crouch Jr. of Lyndonville and Peter Crouch and his wife, Lysa, of Loudon, New Hampshire; his daughter Amy Crouch of Washington, D.C.; by his grandchildren: Brianna, Cody, Caroline and Thomas; by a brother, Ralph E. Crouch, and his wife, Maureen, of North Haven, Connecticut; and by his sister, Margaret Gunn and her husband, Frederick, of Wallingford, Connecticut. He was predeceased by two brothers: his oldest brother, Alan Crouch Jr., and his youngest brother, Donald Crouch Sr. He leaves behind those two special sisters-in-law: Linda Pyle Mastroianni of Wallingford, and Linda Lawlor Crouch of Sunset Beach, North Carolina. A celebration of his life will be held at 7 p.m. on May 17, 2013, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport. Friends may call on Friday, May 17, 2013, at the funeral home at 5 p.m. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, FCSCJ (Sr. St. Reginald), a Daughter of the Charity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, died on December 30, 2012, at the Mount Sacred Heart Provincial House Infirmary in Littleton, New Hampshire, after a long illness. She was born February 12, 1928, in Derby Line, a daughter of Cyrille Fortin and Albertina Lessard Fortin. She professed her vows with her religious congregation on July 29, 1947. During her 65 years of religious profession, Sister Cecile served missions as an educator, religious formator, school administrator and congregational leader. Her missions took her to Sherbrooke, Quebec, Newport, Burlington, and Barre; Champlain, Buffalo, and Plattsburgh, New York; Franklin, Colebrook, and Littleton, New Hampshire; Seekonk, Massachusetts; La Salle-de-Vihiers, France; and Crowley, Louisiana. Sister Cecile had a passion for learning and teaching that was contagious, whether the subject was French, theology, spirituality, or literacy and GED mentoring. Following 12 years on the congregation's international leadership team, and having traveled the world, she readily gave herself to the challenge of working in proximity to the poor and underserved here in the U.S. In her later years, Sister Cecile helped to establish the congregation's presence in the Deep South, leaving St. Theresa Parish because of health reasons not long before hurricanes Katrina, Wilma and Rita ravaged that area. During these past few years of sharing life with the sisters at Mount Sacred Heart, Sister Cecile reveled in the beauty and cycles of nature, harvesting the fruit of the earth — berries, apples — and artistically arranging flowers picked from the fields and forests of the Mount Sacred Heart property. Sister Cecile is survived by her brother Viateur and his wife, Rita; by sisters Bernadette, Rita Peterson, and Yollande Osowski; sisters-in-law Laurette, Jeanne, and Melvedine; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; her brothers Maurice, Alexandre, and Reginald; her brothers-in-law Allan Peterson and Walter Osowski; by several aunts, uncles, cousins, and her nephew Guy; and by her sisters in the religious community. A Mass was celebrated in the Mount Sacred Heart Chapel with interment to take place in St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport in the spring. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in care of the Daughters of the Charity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, 226 Grove Street, Littleton, New Hampshire 03561-4210, or make a donation to the charity of your choice whose mission it is to take care of the needs of the poor.

, 87, died peacefully at home on December 17, 2012. She was born August 5, 1925, in Hartford, Connecticut, a daughter of Oscar and Freda (Peterson) Benson. She graduated from William Hall High School and worked at the probate court in Hartford, Connecticut. In 1950 she married Mark John Hayes and moved to Enosburg Falls. Mr. and Mrs. Hayes were blessed with six children. They moved their family to Newport in 1971, upon establishing Hayes Ford. She was predeceased by her husband, John, and her brother and sisters. She is survived by her children and their families: Mark and Eva of Newport, Michael and Ivette of Maryland, Ann and Bill McGurn of Colorado, Susan of California, Mary Beth and David Mooney of Colchester, and Peter and Diana of California; by her grandchildren: Mike, Brock, Bryant and Sarah Hayes, Kit and Molly McGurn, David, Liz, Kyla and Liam Mooney, and Zach, Meagan and McKeena Hayes. Mrs. Hayes enjoyed an abundance of friendships and made friends wherever she went. She was a well-respected and active member of both the Enosburg and Newport communities. She served on numerous boards and supported many charitable and community organizations. A gift to a favorite charitable organization in her memory would be a fitting tribute in lieu of flowers. A party, at her request, to celebrate her life will be announced in the spring.

died on December 11, 2012, in Chester, Connecticut. She was born March 4, 1918, in Montreal, Quebec. She was the daughter of Alfred and Noellia (Morency) Perron. She married Kenneth Kells on August 19, 1939. They made their home in Branford, Connecticut, where she enjoyed her beautiful flower and vegetable gardens. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Branford and was active in the women's society there. She and her family would travel to Vermont regularly. Her visits were always looked forward to by her many nieces and nephews, who treasure their memories of Aunt Adrienne. She is survived by her son James of North Branford, Connecticut; her daughter-in-law Judy Kells of Essex, Connecticut; her sisters-in-law Dorothy Perron and Almy Perron of Glover; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and her many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Ken Kells; her son Ken Kells Jr.; her brothers: Rene, Roger, Donald, Ronald, and Norman Perron; and her sisters Mamie Pudvah and Blanche Benway. A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 26, 2013, at 11 a.m., during her favorite time of year — when the daffodils bloom. This will be at the First Baptist Church, 975 Main St., Branford, Connecticut. submitted by Valerie Benway Gaboriault

of Concord, New Hampshire, and Key Largo, Florida, died peacefully on December 27, 2012. He was born on June 14, 1949, in Barton to Bernie L. Lafoe and Marjorie E. (Labor) Lafoe. He spent most of his childhood in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. He graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy, after which he worked for Cabot Cheese and helped his dad deliver the products to various areas in New Jersey. He raced cars in the NASCAR North Series when he began his collection of Dale Earnhardt memorabilia. He also worked for Ethan Allen Furniture before moving to Concord to drive for his sister Jacqueline (Paul's Quick Lunch Truck). He also worked for Phoenix Construction driving heavy machinery, and retired from Graphic Packaging when the company moved to North Carolina. He spent his retirement years working on and collecting antique cars, watching NASCAR races, sailing, boating, and fishing in the waters of Lake Winnipesauke, New Hampshire, and Key Largo. He was a 23-year member of Orleans Sons of the American Legion squad No. 0023, past president of the Concord Fraternal Order of Eagles #613, a member of Concord VFW Post #1631, and a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, Key Largo Lodge #2287. He leaves his sister, Jacqueline Audet, nieces, aunts, and many cousins. He will be missed for his quick smile, his seasonal toys, and his Donald Duck talk to all the children as well as adults he made smile. Donations may be made to a charity of choice in his memory.

, 87, of Island Pond died while visiting the home of his daughter Rita and her husband, Gary, in Illinois. He was born April 7, 1925, in Island Pond, a son to Alphonse and Minnie Latouche. He was a World War II veteran and proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Random Post #230 and the American Legion Brighton Post #80. He retired as a machinist from Butterfields and as a foreman at Dartmouth Woolen Mills. Mr. Latouche was an avid fisherman, hunter, golfer and card player. He enjoyed watching and supporting the Red Sox and Patriots. He truly enjoyed the family dogs and being around his family. He is survived by five daughters and their spouses: Joan and her husband, Lorne LeClaire, of Pittsburg, New Hampshire, Jean and her husband, Duane Graveline, of Derby, Phyllis and Gary Ming of Island Pond, Rita and her husband, Gary Major, of Zion, Illinois, and Rena and her husband, Mark Ellingwood, of Newark; by the following grandchildren: Kirk and Jennifer, Paul, John, Matthew, Jennifer and Muzafar, Tiffany, and Thomas and Jennifer; by great-grandchildren: Kyle, Allison, Andrew, Kaleb, Brianna, Christian, Michelle, Alexandra, Ahmed, and Myah; by stepgrandchildren: Jenny, Nick, Jenis and Joe, and Aimee; and by step great-grandchild Madison and special friend Jay; by siblings Jerry, Gladys and Richard, Betty, Lorraine, Roger and Dot, Claire and Jim, Rodney and Belle; and by several nieces and nephews from the Latouche and Michaud families. His wife, Pauline, whom he had been married to for 55 years; his grandson Richard; his brother Richard; and step great-granddaughter Courtney predeceased him. Contributions in his memory may be made to NEKCA Food Shelf, P.O. Box 430, 70 Cross Street, Island Pond, Vermont 05846 Funeral services were held on December 31 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Island Pond with the Reverend Richard Whitehill officiating. Spring interment will be in Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond.

, 93, of Newport died on January 2, 2013, in Derby. She was born June 3, 1919, in Rimouski, Quebec, a daughter of Thomas and Alma (Leclerc) Vignola. On July 7, 1937 she married Leonard Lepage, who predeceased her on March 25, 1980. Mrs. Lepage was a self-employed seamstress. She made wedding dresses, and did different types ofupholstery. She also enjoyed knitting. She is survived by her son Robert Lepage and his companion, Joan Brunell, of Derby; by her grandchildren: Carrie Switser and her husband, Elvin, of Sutton, Cory Lepage and his partner, Mario Gonzalez Jr., of Anchorage, Alaska, Lisa Lepage of Fairview, Tennessee, Brian Lepage and his wife, Kim, of Fairview, Tennessee; by her great-grandchildren: Bryson and Emma Lepage and Christine-Rae Switser; by step-granddaughter Rhonda Patenaude and her husband, Danny, and their children: Michael, Tyler and Taylor of Derby Line; by her sisters: Jeanne Proux of Rimouski, Quebec, Sister Lorette Vignola of Salmon Lake, Quebec, and Giselle Chenard of Bic, Quebec; by numerous nieces and nephews; and by her special friends: Raymond Patenaude of Newport and Christine Reed of Orleans. She was predeceased by her sisters and brothers: Raoul, Emanuel, and Narcisse Vignola, Martha Vignola, Blanche Brien and Jean d'Arc Vignola, Philomine Banville, and Alphonsine Vignola; and by her son Bertrand Lepage on June 10, 1993. Funeral services were held on January 5 at St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newport where a Mass was celebrated. Spring interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery on Friday, May 17, 2013, at 11 a.m. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 191 Clermont Terrace, Newport, Vermont 05855.

88, beloved father, died on December 17, 2012, at the Greensboro Nursing Home in Greensboro. Mr. Locke was born on March 21, 1924, a son of Earl and Helen Locke of Pike, New Hampshire. Mr. Locke graduated from Haverhill Academy in Haverhill, New Hampshire. On September 15, 1942, he married Jean Rogers, who predeceased him. Mr. Locke logged out of the Pike area and was a dairy farmer in Fairlee, Norwich, and Brandon. After retiring in 1978 he moved to Albany, where he was part of the town water department. He enjoyed snowmobiling, maple sugaring, and gardening. In 2005 he moved to the Craftsbury Community Care Center with his wife, Jean. He leaves behind his daughters: Nina Brigham and her husband, Marshall, of Cleveland, Georgia, Judith Mello and her husband, Manning, of Dahlonega, Georgia, Rosalie Berkey and her husband, Kenneth, of Summerfield, North Carolina; a son, Lyman E. Locke Jr., and his wife, Deborah, of Albany; 11 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. The newest addition to his family, born on October 31, 2012, was great-granddaughter Lily Jean Locke-McAllister, daughter of Angela M. Locke-McAllister and her husband, Ben McAllister of Albany, sister to great-grandaughter Emma and Seth Locke-McAllister. Services will be held in the spring of 2013 in Haverhill.

, 68, of Derby died on December 20, 2012, in Newport. He was born March 29, 1944, in Lowell, a son of James and Delima (Therriault) McAllister Sr. On July 12, 1968, he married Brenda Smith, who survives him. Mr. McAllister was raised on a farm and served in the U.S. Army as a medic in Germany during the Vietnam War. He moved to Connecticut for 17 years where he made and designed jewelry for Napier Company. He returned to Vermont where he was employed for 17 years at Ethan Allen Manufacturing in Orleans before his illness. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards, working with his hands, and getting together with friends and family. He was a very quiet man who loved his family, his dog and his puzzle books. He really appreciated the wonderful care he received from the Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice and the doctors and nurses who came to his home when he could no longer travel. He is survived by his wife, Brenda McAllister, of Derby; by his children: Valerie Keith of Beebe Plain, Kathleen Patrick and her husband, Harold, of Newport, Sheila Baraw and her husband, Anthony, of Troy, and Peter McAllister and his wife, Peggy, of Derby; by his grandchildren: Cory, Aubrey, Christopher, Kytreana, Keira, Nicole, Brooke, Taylor, Abigail and Emily; by his sisters: Christine Fippinger and her partner, Ed, of Torrington, Connecticut, Suzanna Ruokonen of Brookfield, Connecticut, Blanche Coulombe and her husband, Roger, of Essex Junction, Rose Philip and her husband, Bill, of Milton, Bertha Ostrowski of Meridianville, Georgia, and Virginia Raymond of North Creek, New York; sisters-in-law Barbara McAllister of Deltona, Florida, and Linda McAllister of Torrington, Connecticut; and by brothers-in-law Art McDonald and Vincent Brophy. He was predeceased by a son, Jason; by his brothers Bill and Tom; and by the following sisters: Catherine, Marie, Beatrice, and Jennie.

, 76, of Newport died suddenly on January 4, 2013, in Newport. She was born August 29, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York, a daughter of Eugene and Irene (Scott) Dwyer. She married Vincent Riccio, who predeceased her 15 years ago. Mrs. Nager enjoyed reading and doing puzzles. Her family was her greatest joy and she was a very giving mother, grandmother and aunt. She was a police officer for the city of Sunrise, Florida, where she retired after 22 years of service. She was employed for over 20 years at the former Snow Goose and Margie's Hallmark in Newport, where she was very well liked by the customers. She is survived by her children: Jean Marie Riccio of Newport and Louis Riccio of Bellows Falls; by her grandchildren: Sean Riccio of Seattle, Washington, and Adam Nager and his wife, Heather, of Florida; by her brother Eugene Dwyer and his wife, Kathy, of New York; by her sisters: Elaine Cullen and her husband, Robert, of Illinois and Patricia Burke of Texas; and by many Irish nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Jane Donnelly. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 9, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 10, at St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newport where a Mass will be celebrated. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Vermont Affiliate, Inc., 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, Vermont 05495.

, 73, of Hardwick died on January 1, 2013, at his home in Hardwick, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 11, 1939, in Brownington, a son of Harold and Olive (Martin) Patrick. He grew up in Brownington and joined the National Guard on February 25, 1963. He served for three years, six months and 21 days. Additionally, he performed eight weeks of basic training at Fort Dix, New Jersey. Mr. Patrick was a hardworking man. He worked at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe for many years. After that, he worked at Squash Valley in Waterbury. His largest impact was at his most recent position at People's Academy in Morrisville. There, he touched the lives of so many students and faculty they even dedicated the 2012 yearbook to him. Mr. Patrick wed Linda Stevens in 1969. They were happily married for 12 years, until she died in December of 1981. They had four children: Duke, Paula, James, and Mike. Mr. Patrick remarried in 1994 to Beverly (Cady) Patoine. They were happily married for 18 years, but were together for many years prior. Ms. Patoine brought two stepchildren into Mr. Patrick's life: Peggy and Joey. Mr. Patrick was a family man. He enjoyed helping his children in any respect that involved getting his hands dirty. He enjoyed building things and being there for everyone in any way he could. His smile could light up a room and his laughter will be missed. Mr. Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Olive; his brothers Glenn and Paul; and by a son, Vernon Patrick Jr., in 1973. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Patrick, of Hardwick; his mother-in-law Nellie Cady; his brother Pat of Kentucky; his sisters: Betty Gravel and her husband, Robert, of Woodbury, Edie Stevens of Orleans,and Nancy Wright and her husband, Aldos, of Littleton, New Hampshire; by his children: son Duke Patrick and his wife, Kathy, of Newport,daughter Paula Mallo and her husband, Gary Sr.,son James Patrick and his wife, Etta, and son Michael Patrick and his wife, Jennifer, all of Hardwick; by a stepdaughter with his first wife, Linda: Ailiya who lives in Florida with her husband, David, and daughters Amanda, Megan, Morgan and Codie; and by grandchildren Michael, Michelle, Maddison, Erin, Sabrina, Makayla, Linda, Tiffany, Gary Jr., Christopher, Kytreana, Emma, Thomas, Gracie, Brian, Anthony, and Benjamin. Mr. Patrick was even lucky enough to meet two great-grandchildren: Chase and Connor. Funeral services were held on January 5 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, Inc., 55 Day Lane, Williston, Vermont 05495.

, 72, of Bristol, Connecticut, died suddenly at her home on Saturday, December 29, 2012. She was born on January 21, 1940, in Barton, a daughter of the late Albert and Pearl (Johnson) Blouin. For years, Mrs. Plante worked in a machine shop in Forestville, Connecticut, buffing and polishing, and later in life she worked and retired from Harvest Investments Apartments. She enjoyed playing Bingo, setback and cribbage, singing and dancing, and attended St. Gregory Church. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Real and Tracey Plante of Bristol; her daughter and son-in-law Debra and Eric Wojewoda of Terryville, Connecticut; her grandchildren, Kristen Plante of Florida, Victoria Wojewoda of Terryville and Katie Vezina of Vermont; her longtime companion, John Sawe, of Bristol; her sister and brother-in-law Betty and Armand Fontaine of Vermont; her sister-in-law Pat Blouin of Bristol; and her nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Camille J. Plante; her stepson Ronnie LaCourse; and her brothers Robert and Raymond Blouin. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Mrs. Plante's memory to: Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Foundation, P.O. Box 871847, Kansas City, Missouri 64187-1847

of Derby died on December 21, 2012, in Derby. He was born December 24, 1927, in Newport, a son of Benjamin and Marjorie (Shorey) Pomeroy. On October 30, 1996, he married Corrine Bergmann, who survives him. Mr. Pomeroy was a car inspector for the Canadian Pacific Railroad where he retired in 1987. He held membership with the Masonic Union Lodge #65 F&AM and he enjoyed all types of sports. He loved to follow his grandson's progress while he was playing for the Hershey Bear Hockey Team in Pennsylvania. He is survived by his wife, Corrine Pomeroy, of Wausau, Wisconsin; by his children: Linda Parsons of Derby, Susan Kane of Derby, Carole Emond and her husband, Carl, of Hyde Park, and David Pomeroy of Berkshire; by nine grandchildren: Emily Morse, Ben Parsons and his wife, Tiffany, Maggie Parsons, Allie Parsons, Nathan Kane, Crystal Poulin and her husband, Jason, Graham Mink and his wife, Christina, Robert Mink, and Andrew Mink; by 11 great-grandchildren; and by two sisters: Louise Devereaux of Lyndonville and Frances Parker of Traverce, Florida. He was predeceased by his first wife, Pierrette Lamaire, in 1995; by his brother Paul Pomeroy; and by his sisters Josie Sherrer and Mildred Kendall. Graveside services will be held in the spring at the Derby Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Vermont Kidney Association, P.O. Box 244, Burlington, Vermont 05401.

, 96, of Derby died peacefully on December 28, 2012, in Derby. He was born October 16, 1916, in St. Thomas, Quebec, a son of Dominick and Victoria (St. Peter) Robitaille. On December 17, 1940, he married Cecile Perrault, who predeceased him on April 17, 2008. Mr. Robitaille entered the U.S. Navy where he served his country during World War II. He lived most of his life in Connecticut where he was a painter and landscaper and retired to Vermont 24 years ago. He was a member of St. Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Church and the American Legion Post #21, both of Newport. He is survived by his daughters: Betty Smith and Barbara Evon, both of Waterbury, Connecticut; by his five grandchildren: Fred Smith, Chris Smith, Shanna Wilkins, Scott Wilkins, and Jason Evon; by five great-grandchildren: Alex Smith, Brandon Claudio, Ivan Claudio, Nadia Evon, and Paige Evon; by his brother Harvey Robitaille and his wife, Beverly, of Newport; and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son-in-law Earl Evon. Funeral services and interment will take place in the spring at St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport with full military honors.

, 73, of Hyde Park died on December 28, 2012, in Palm City, Florida, with his daughters at his side. He was born to the late Leah (Thurston) and Mark Preston Rollins on January 16, 1939. Mr. Rollins grew up on Crystal Lake in Barton. He graduated from Barton Academy, going on to a degree in accounting and finance from the University of Vermont in 1960 and later completed a graduate program at Pace University in New York City. In 1959, he and Polly Klemtner married and eventually settled in Stowe, where they raised their three daughters. They enjoyed active participation in Stowe's lively social, civic, and sporting activities. Along with owning and expanding the Barrows, Mercia, and Rollins Insurance Agency of Morrisville, Mr. Rollins also served 29 years as a director on the board of the Union Bank of Vermont. He joined his friends and colleagues in supporting and promoting community efforts in fund-raising for local charitable organizations. In addition to his public efforts, Mr. Rollins, in a quiet and modest way, helped many in need. For the past 15 years he made his home in Hyde Park, at his summer camp on Lake Memphremagog in Canada, and wintered in Florida. An avid golfer, a happy hunter, and good fisherman, he also found time to enjoy the quieter sports of the card table and the cribbage board. Of all of the sports, he enjoyed — boating, skiing, fishing, hunting — he seemed happiest when he was golfing, attending golf tournaments, or even watching golf on TV. The sun and the golfing possibilities drew him to spending as much time in Florida as he could, first, in the Florida Keys where super fishing and golf competed for his time, and, then a little further north where living on the 16/17th fairway of his golf home in Palm City satisfied him greatly. Mr. Rollins leaves three daughters: Leslie Rollins of Naples, Florida, Karen Sherman Weeks and her husband, Tom Weeks, of Morrisville, and Donna Pentrack of Tarpon Springs, Florida; his friend and constant companion from many years ago, Jacquelyn Sheehan Schultz; five grandchildren: Kyle Walker, Kristin Walker, Leah Sherman, Abby Sherman, and Meghan Pentrack; two great-granddaughters: Charlotte Walker and Sequoia Primmer; sister-in-law Jane Rollins; and nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother William Rollins. A memorial service was held on January 5 at the Second Congregational Church of Hyde Park followed by a gathering at the Stone Grill Pub in Morrisville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions made to Lamoille County Meals on Wheels, 24 Lower Main St., Morrisville, Vermont 05661 in Mr. Rollins' name would be greatly appreciated