, 88, of Sugarhouse Road in West Burke, died on December 29, 2015 in her home. Born in Long Island, New York on July 11, 1927, Nancy was the daughter of the late Elsie and Edward Adams. She was a graduate of William and Mary College and later earned her Masters Degree in Library Science. She and her late husband, Joseph Rotella, raised their son John in Westwood, NJ. For many years, Nancy was the Director of the Westwood, NJ Public Library from which she retired in the 1980s. Nancy moved to West Burke, VT in 1987 with her second husband, the late James Franklin Berge. Nancy loved her life in Vermont. She had many wonderful friends and was an active volunteer at the Cobleigh Library in Lyndonville and at the East Burke Congregational Church where she sang in the choir and served as Treasurer for many years. Nancy was also an avid traveler, reader, and gardener. She enjoyed cooking and hosting parties in her home. Besides her parents and husbands, Nancy was pre-deceased by her sisters, Dorothy and Jackie. Nancy is survived by her son, John, his wife, Maria, and her granddaughter, Christina. Nancy is also survived by six stepchildren and spouses, ten step-grandchildren, and one step-great grandchild.

passed away on Thursday, October 22. He was born on July 28th, 1939 in New York, NY. He grew up in Freeport with his parents, Margaret and Fredric Biathrow, and his brother and sister. After graduating from Stony Brook High School, he served in the US Coast Guard. Upon receiving an honorable discharge, he attended Hofstra University and graduated in 1966. In 1977, he moved Vermont, an area that he knew well from summers spent in Thetford, VT during his childhood. After a short stint with a local accounting firm in St. Johnsbury, he opened his own firm as Kenneth M. Biathrow, Certified Public Accountant. He practiced for many years in St. Johnsbury. He also taught several accounting courses at Lyndon State College in Lyndonville, VT. In his time off, he enjoyed showing his Arabian show horses at competitive venues in New England including the Eastern States Exhibition (THE BIG E) and the Deerfield Fair. He also enjoyed traveling, especially to Boothbay Harbor, Maine and West Palm Beach, Florida. Mostly, though, Ken loved spending time with his family, laughing and telling stories. He was predeceased by both parents and his sister, Joyce Biathrow Berlew. He is survived by his brother, Carl Biathrow, brother-in-law, Carl Berlew, his children, Beth Biathrow Zuttermeister and her husband, Tom, and Craig Biathrow and his wife Paula; his longtime companion, Louisa Glen Williams and her children, Rick Howard, Debra Bishop Paiva, and daughter-in-law Paula Howard; his grandchildren, Meg and Carrie Zuttermeister, Joe Harlow, Abel and Brittany Bishop, Melissa and Tony Howard; and his great grandchildren, Keira, Scott, Connor, Mason, Bradon, and Adrianna; two nieces, Amy Biathrow Ross and Sarah Biathrow Gunn and their families; and his two favorite dogs, Baby and Chunk. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Humane Society: The Humane Society of the United States, 2100 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037. There will be a Reception on Thursday, November 5 from 3:00-6:00 at the St. Johnsbury Elks Club on Western Avenue in St. Johnsbury, Vermont.

, 90, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2015 with her family by her side. She was born to Mahlon and Eva (Sullivan) Deblois, November 27, 1924. After graduating from Lyndon Institute she worked for Leon Hopkins & Sons. On February 14, 1946 she married Clifton ‘Runt” Blake. Starting out on a farm in Newark, within a few years they returned to the home of her birth in Burke Hollow where she lived throughout her life. After raising her children, she worked for many area business’s, most notably Wheeler Building for 13 years. She was known for her loving, and caring ways especially for those in need. Whether it was a Thanksgiving dinner for a family on hard times or a sunshine basket for an ailing neighbor or friend, she was always there with a phone call or card. As a couple, she and Runt were always at whatever events their kids, grandchildren and extended family were involved in. They made many friends with their involvement in square dancing, golfing and traveling with their motor home. Marjorie is survived by her children Russ Blake, Tom Blake and wife Paula, Lynn Welch and husband Jerry, Doug Blake and wife Marilyn, eight grandchildren, Lisa, Lynn, Jill, Eric, Corey, Jeff, Luke and Billy, sixteen great grandchildren. Sisters-in-law’s Wilma Fournier and Marylyn Blake, brother-in-law William Blake jr. and many nieces and nephews. Extended family Emery and Sherry Noyes, Chuck and Sue Longchamps, Don and Michelle Steen and Pete Williamson. She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Runt, her brothers and sisters in law Howard and Jane Deblois, Harold and Vera Deblois, sisters and brother in laws Ila and Bernie Sylce, Irene and Hilton (Wink) Wilkie, brother and sister in law Bernard and Barbara Blake, Wendell and Eunice Blake, brother in law William Fournier and sister in law Barbara Blake. . Visiting hours will be at Pearson’s Funeral Home Friday Jan. 23rd from 6-8pm, and a Memorial mass will be held on Saturday, Jan. 24th at 10am at Saint Elizabeth’s Church in Lyndonville with Father Bernard Gaudreau will be officiating. Burial will take place at a later date in the spring at Burke Hollow Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the animal shelter of your choice.

, age 82, passed away at Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton, surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 27, 2015. She was born on December 22, 1932 in Lewiston Maine to Alphonse and Lucienne (Soucy) Laflamme. On September 3, 1956, she married the love of her life, Bertrand Bussiere, also from Lewiston Maine, together they had five children. Most of her adult life was spent caring for and raising her family, but she was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time reading in her home. Her favorite time of year was during the holidays when family got together to celebrate and share a meal. She will be most remembered for her kind gentle heart and her unwavering love for her family. She is survived by her beloved husband of 59 years, Bertrand; sons, Michael, Louis, and Thomas, and daughters, Theresa and Rachel; 13 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Private burial services will be held on Friday, October 2, 2015 at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Lewiston Maine. Those wishing to make a contribution in her name may donate to fight Alzheimer's disease through the Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.

of Lyndonville passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Tuesday July 7th, 2015 at the age of 71. She was born on Oct. 21, 1941 in Laconia, NH. She was the daughter of Ronaldo and Martha (Rodger) Wight. Alice enjoyed Fishing, Crocheting, gardening, and loved learning new things. She is survived by her significant other George Broome Sr. of Lyndonville, one daughter, Catherine Winters of Salmon, ID, two grandchildren, Amanda Lee Andrews, Theodore James Broome, 4 Great grandchildren, Nickolas James Bartlett, Jacob Wyatt Bartlett, Damian James, and Wyatt Andrews, and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, two sons, Wilmer B. Broome Jr. and James A. Broome, one brother, and one sister. Upon request by the family there will be no public services.

, 93, passed away peacefully on January 10th, 2015 at the Pines Nursing Home in Lyndonville. She was born on Sept. 8th, 1921 in Burlington, VT. She married Carroll Chase on Dec. 28th, 1940, and lived most of their married life in South Kirby, were they made many dear friends. She was active in the home dem of East St. Johnsbury. Her and her husband belonged to the Yankee Waters CB club, the Holiday Campers, and the VT Antique Steam Engine Association. They did a lot of traveling over the years and made lots of friends. She was a dedicated wife and mother. She loved to garden, growing vegetables, canning them, and freezing them. She loved to bake and cook, and play cards on the weekends with friends and family. She always kept busy by cleaning for local motels and several private homes. In her last 12 years Alzheimer’s took away some of her abilities, but others came to be more important, such as; dancing and singing at the Riverside Enrichment Center and at the Pines where she resided for the last 8 years. She is survived by her four children, Roy Chase and his wife Edith of Danville, Dorothy Starin and her husband Martin of Austin, TX, Wayne Chase and his wife Jean of Passumpsic, and Raymond Chase and his wife Ellen of Lyndonville; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great- great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her loving husband Carroll Chase, her infant son Jimmy and a dear grand daughter, Karen Thresher. A Graveside service will be announced at a later date in the spring. In Lieu of flowers donations may be marked in Katherine’s memory to the Pines Patient Activity Fund, 601 Red Village Road, Lyndonville, Vermont, 05851.

, 72, of Danville, passed away at his home after battling a lengthy illness on January 12th, 2015 surrounded by his family. He was born in St. Johnsbury, VT on August 9th, 1942, the son of Carroll and Katherine (Sanville) Chase. He married Edith Ann Willson on February 3rd, 1968 in Walden, VT. In 1971, Roy and his wife Edith built their first home on the Willson property Danville where they still reside. Roy had a passion for motorcycles, going to antique car shows, snowmobiling, go-kart racing, bowling, card playing and spending time with his 2 dogs, Pebbles and Daisy, while watching Nascar. He is survived by his wife Edith, three sons, Donald Chase and his wife Nancy of Milton, Richard Chase and his wife Becky of Newport, NH, and Terry Chase of Danville, one Daughter Trudy Harran and her husband Steve of Danville, one sister, Dorothy Starin and her husband Martin of Austin, TX, two brothers, Wayne Chase and his wife Jean of Passumpsic, and Raymond Chase and his wife Ellen of Lyndonville, five grandchildren, Laura, Kyle, Maranda, Cory, Alicia, one great grandchild, Zoey, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, an infant brother, Jimmy, and by a niece Karen Thresher. A graveside service with full military honors will be announced at a later date in the spring. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be marked in Roy’s memory to the: Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819, OR, to the Danville congregational Church, 87 Hill Street, Danville, VT 05828.

, 60 of Lyndonville died Monday, October 19, 2015 at the Pines Rehabilitation and Health Center in Lyndonville, VT. She was born on November 15, 1954 the daughter of Max and Ruth M. (Allard) Ingalls. She attended schools in Lyndonville and was a graduate of Lyndon Institute. Judy had been employed for many years as a Correctional Officer for the St. Johnsbury Correctional Center. She enjoyed Bowling, softball, travel fishing and any kind of sports. She is survived by her parents, Max and Ruth Ingalls of Lyndonville, VT.; one son, Jeffery Corrow and his wife Angel of Lyndonville, VT.; one daughter, Stacy Corrow from Morrisville, VT.; one sister, Ginger Noyes of Lyndonville, VT and one brother, Bradley Ingalls of West Burke, VT; four grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. She was predeceased by her brother-in-law Rodgers Noyes. The family would like to thank the staff at “The Pines” for the excellent care given to Judy. A very special thank you to Joyce Dobbertin, also to Linda Perkins for being there for her. Neighbors, Dave and Bev Keehan and the boys (Also Gregg) for the help given to Judy in her illness, and also the staff at N.V.R.H intensive Care Unit and also Dr. Rousse. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, October 23, 2015 at 11 am in St. Elizabeth’s Church in Lyndonville, VT interment will follow in the family lot in the Lyndon Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday evening from 6-8 pm at Pearson’s Funeral Home.

of Keene, Nh and formerly of the Lyndonville area passed away at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical center on April 12th, 2015. He was 90 years old. He was born March 28th, 1925 in White Plains, NY. He was the son of Donald and Ruth (Seaman) Cruger. Dudley attended schools in NY and went on to serve his country in the Marine Corps after he finished high school. Upon completion of his service, he went on to attend night courses to obtain his electrical engineering degree. He loved wood working, stamp collecting, writing poetry, being dedicated to his wife, and remodeling each home that the lived in. He is survived by his wife Janet (Anderson) Cruger of 65 years, His son Chris Cruger and his wife Jayne of Bethlehem, NH, a sister, Janet Fariel of Florida, two grandchildren, Eric Cruger and his wife Samantha of Woodsville, NH and Jessi Cruger-Cook and her husband James of Durham, NC, and by two great grandchildren Grace Cruger- Cook and Hayden Cruger. He was predeceased by two daughters, Susan Leigh Quimby and Priscilla Cruger. Visiting hours will be held on Saturday April 18th from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Pearsons Funeral Home in Lyndonville. A funeral service will be held on Saturday April 18th at 2:00pm at the Lyndonville First Congregational Church at 2:00pm with the Reverend Barbara Dwyer officiating. Dudley will be buried with full military honors in the Peacham Cemetery in Peacham, VT at a later date.

, 82, of Sheffield Passed away on June 8th, 2015 at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. She was born on June 7th, 1933 in Sheffield, VT. She was the daughter of Everett and Evelyn (Gilman) Simpson. Florence enjoyed Watching old western movies, going out to eat, and spending time with family (especially playing with dominic her great-grandson) and her cat. She is survived by her daughter Debra Renaudette, her son Dale Johnson, her sister Ila Albright, four grandchildren: Christine, Samantha, Kolten, Jasmine, three great grandchildren: Brooklin, Alexianna, and Dominic, and by one soon to be great grand- daughter in july, Khrystaliah, several nieces and nephews, her second daughter Dawn Marshall and her husband Pete, Omi Larrabee, and Jadyn Newland. She is predeceased by here siblings: Cora Heath, Shirley Simonds, John Simpson, Harry Simpson, and baby Everett, a son-in-law, Chris Renaudette, and by a nephew, Leslie Heath. Visiting Hours will be held on Friday June 12th at the Pearsons Funeral Home from 6pm-8pm.

, 89, of Burke Hollow passed away at her home on February 12th, 2015. She was born December 21, 1925 in Burke, VT, the daughter of Clyde and Josephine (Martin) Batchelder. Laura attended schools in West Burke & Lyndonville and on July 24, 1950 she married Gordan Drown. She loved to garden, watch TV, and ride motorcycles. She is survived by her son Dennis Drown and his wife Linda of Lyndonville, a sister, Lucille LaRock of Burke Hollow, three grandchildren, Nikia, Naomi, and Nathan, and by ten great grand- children. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Gordan, and by a nephew, Lester Batchelder. A graveside service will take place at the Howland Cemetery in the spring.

, 26, passed away on Sunday Aug. 2nd, 2015. He was born on March 7th, 1989 in St. Johnsbury, VT. He was the son of Walter and Maria (Zuron) Dwyer. Scott enjoyed pick-up basketball games, sports, hunting, fishing, and hanging out with his cousins. He is survived by his father Walter Dwyer and friend Lynn, his mother Maria (Zuron) Dwyer, his brother Keith, his sister Heather Conant and her husband David of Elyria, OH, his grandfather Richard Zuron of Deerfield, MA, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Clarence and Gladys Dwyer, and Clarisce Zuron. A graveside service will be held on Saturday Aug. 8th, 2015 at the Dexter Cemetery in Sheffield, VT at 11am. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be marked in Scott’s name to: The senior meal site at the Darling Inn, 78 Depot Street, Lyndonville VT 05851.

, 64, passed away on Friday July 31st, 2015 at his home with his loving family by his side after a short battle with cancer. He was born on May 20th, 1951 in Lyndonville, VT. He was the son of Clarence and Gladys (wheeler) Dwyer. Stephen’s favorite pastime was going hunting with his nephew Bruce Dwyer and taking his grandchildren fishing at Newark pond. He is survived by his son Mark Dwyer and his wife Pauline of Lyndonville, two daughters, Kristen Dwyer and her boyfriend Garrett Cota of Lyndonville and Stacey Dwyer and her fiancée Christian Curshman of Lyndonville, two brothers Walter and Reggie, two sisters Lois and Carolyn, a loving girlfriend of 9 years, Brenda Hackett of West Burke, four grandchildren, Jackson, Joshua, Margo, and Kelton, as well as many cousins and nieces and nephews. Stephen was predeceased by his parents and two brothers, Kenneth and Ronnie Dwyer. According to his wishes there will be no funeral services, but instead there will be a gathering to celebrate his life at the American Legion Post 30 in Lyndonville on August 16th, 2015 at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be marked in Stephens name to the American Legion Post 30 in Lyndonville..

, She was born in Upper Darby, PA and was the daughter of Harry and Lucella (Drake) Boyer. She grew up in Drexel Hill, PA and married Badgley A. Elmes in 1945. After the war, they settled in Lancaster, PA and then lived in various homes in the Detroit, MI and Buffalo, NY areas. After retirement in early 1980s, they moved among homes in Savannah, GA and Hilton Head, SC and Waitsfield and Shelburne, Vermont. They settled eventually near Chambersburg, PA where in 2009 Badge passed away after 64 years of marriage. A year later Betty moved to northern New Hampshire and spent the rest of her life in assisted living and nursing home care. Throughout her life Betty was an active and committed volunteer in organizations ranging from her beloved PEO to various hospital, school, and museum volunteer groups in the communities where she lived. She was an amazing craftsperson and artist who knit hundreds of sweaters for family, friends, charitable causes, and of course, herself. She was a wonderful cook as well who loved to entertain the close circle of friends that she and Badge made throughout their lives. She was also very athletic, loved to play and watch golf (not to mention football and baseball), and could do a perfect cartwheel well into her 60s. As a mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother she was loving and caring and worried often about our happiness and welfare. She loved to travel, and in retirement was able to embark with Badge on a variety of world adventures. In her later years she drew upon her photo albums and diaries to reminisce about those trips with others. She led a rich and full life, loved her family immensely, and passed away knowing that she was loved. She is survived by her children and their spouses (Pat and Dave, Rob and Martha, and Mike and Anne), her grandchildren (Anna, Conor, Katie, and Sarah), and her great-grandchildren (Elias, Burke, and Mikayla) will miss her greatly. May she rest peacefully with Badge knowing that her family is doing well and that each of us is grateful for what she gave us during her long and fruitful life. Because Betty was a great animal lover, the family suggests a donation in her honor to your local animal rescue center or to a charity closest to your heart. Upon request there will be no public service.

, of Waterford, Vermont, passed away at his home Saturday January 31. He was born on the family farm in East Burke May 25, 1937 to Harold and Stella (Nutting) Farmer where he joined his older sister Marilyn. He attended a one room school in East Burke through eighth grade and graduated from St. Johnsbury Trade School in 1955. His work life began as an equipment operator for Olsen Construction in 1955. He then served the country in the United States Army from 1961 to 1963. Soon after this he found work in a logging camp in Averill for two winters. His second winter in the camps he found himself living with an entire crew of only French speaking loggers. He was the dozer operator and after struggling in 6 feet of snow the second winter with no one else who spoke English he decided this was not his chosen profession. He purchased his first snowmobile on December 19, 1964—an event that defined his life for the next 50 years. On December 31st1964 he met Jeannette Paquette while on a break from logging. They married on April 30, 1966. Two sons Michael and Alan soon followed and they moved to Waterford in 1969 where Bob and Jeannette resided for 45 years. His career in the construction industry spanned 50+ years working for many highway and bridge contractors including Caledonia Sand & Gravel, Pizzagalli, Winterset, Earth Construction Inc. He was part of a shrinking but hardy group of men who helped build the interstate highway system in Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. In 1988 he started his own company Bob Farmer Bulldozing. Self-employed for 18 years he retired in 2006. Snowmobiling to Bob was a way of life and he help found the Waterford Ridge Runners snowmobile club in 1971 and the Moose River Rock Dodgers from Concord soon after. He was instrumental in building the Waterford club house by moving a building from the East Haven radar base in 1974. He repeated this act in 2005 but this time the building was moved to become the groomer garage for the Caledonia County Trail Club in St Johnsbury. Snowmobiling in the 70’s meant limited signing and un-groomed trails so Bob began developing small trail groomers to improve riding conditions. In 1988 he began operating the Caledonia County Trail club groomer covering 78 miles several times per week in St. Johnsbury, Kirby, Waterford, and Burke. In 2004 he was the Vermont State Snowmobiler of Year, nominated by many friends and snowmobilers for his lifelong contributions. He retired from grooming in 2012 as his illness prevented him from working. After he left Averill in 1966 he thought it would be never to return. But 9 years later he and Jeannette built a camp on St. Regis Paper Company land. The family camp served as our vacation spot for many years and from it allowed Bob and family to snowmobile in the winter, hunt and fish during the rest of the year. Bob and Jeannette have entertained many friends and family at the Hangover Inn. In 1989 Bob’s first daughter-in- law Pam joined the family and in 1996 the second Michelle. Grandsons Ethan and Kevin and granddaughter Taylor have all joined the family since. He enjoyed his pontoon boat, fishing and 4-wheeling last summer with all his retired friends He is survived by his wife Jeannette (Paquette), two sons and their wives, Michael and his wife Pamela, and Alan and his wife Michelle, and three grand children, Ethan, Kevin and Taylor Farmer. He was predeceased by his parents, his sister Marilyn and her husband Bob Norcross. The family would like to thank Caledonia County Home Health for their support and care during his time of illness... Friends and family are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday February 6th, 2015 at Pearson’s Funeral Home from 2pm-4pm. A memorial service will take place following the visiting hours at 4pm at the funeral home. The Reverend Barbara Dwyer will be officiating. Burial will take place at the Riverside cemetery in Waterford with full military honors in the spring. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be marked in Bob’s memory to: The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 230 East Ohio Street, Suite 304, Chicago, Illinois 60611-3201 or Caledonia Home Health Care, 161 Sherman Drive, Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, age 92, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2015, in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. He was born on March 17, 1923 in Greenwich, Connecticut, the son of Judge William Stanley Finney and Margaret Boswell Finney. He is survived by his loving wife, Elsie Harriet (McKee) Finney, a native and longtime resident of St. Johnsbury. They were married in June 1998, residing in Roanoke and Lexington, Virginia until a return to Vermont in February 2005. Mr. Finney was educated in public elementary schools and the Brunswick School in Greenwich, Connecticut. He was a graduate of Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia. He served in the U.S. Army Signal Corps for three years during World War II, with services in the Pacific Theatre as a staff sergeant. He moved to Vermont in 1947 as an original staff member of Radio Station WSKI in Montpelier, moving on a year later to pioneer, build, and manage radio stations in St. Johnsbury (WTWN), Newport (WIKE), and Springfield (WNIX), collectively known as The North Country Stations with a headquarters in St. Johnsbury where he resided. He became the first President of the Vermont Association of Broadcasters, and was active in Vermont local and state public affairs for over thirty years, particularly in the field of education. He served seven years on the St. Johnsbury School Board including six as chairman, six years on the State Board of Education, and six on the State Colleges Board. Mr. Finney was also an avid admirer of Vermont’s great outdoors. Mr. Finney sold his Vermont interests in 1979, moving to the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, the scene of his college days. He continued his career with radio station management and sales positions in the Virginia cities of Harrisonburg, Lexington, Charlottesville, and Roanoke, capping over fifty years in broadcasting. He continued with part-time sales, public relations work, and helped to establish a marble and granite interiors firm in Roanoke. He authored and published a book, fine tuning, in 2001, and then turned to freelance writing. Mr. Finney is survived by his loving wife, Elsie. He is also survived by two daughters from a previous marriage to Tacy Hood Finney: Melissa Finney Stachacz and husband, John, of Mountain Top, Pennsylvania and Cynthia Finney Davidson and Fred Richardson of Assawoman, Virginia. He leaves a brother, Graham S. Finney and his wife, Katherine, of Philadelphia; three granddaughters, Jennifer Stachacz and her husband Daniel Spirkof New York City, Sara Davidson and Bryan Sykes of Halethorpe, Maryland, Stacy Davidson of Somerville, Massachusetts; and three great grandsons, Owen Spirk of New York City, and identical twin boys, Griffin and Shepherd Sykes, of Halethorpe, Maryland; stepsons, Craig Dezell of Greensboro, Vermont and his daughter Erin, and Eric Dezell of St. Johnsbury and his sons Gunnar and Becket. He is also survived by the extended Troy Shenk family of Montrose, Colorado. Mr. Finney was preceded in death by his oldest brother, Warner Finney, and sister-in-laws Betty Finney of Riverside, Connecticut and Vilma (McKee) Bijolle of Lakeland, Florida, brother-in-law Peter Bijolle of Lakeland, Florida, and Martha K. Rose, wife of Craig Dezell, of Greensboro, Vermont. Arrangements are by Pearsons Funeral Home in Lyndonville, Vermont. No visiting hours. A memorial/interment service will take place at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery in St. Johnsbury, Vermont on Wednesday, October 21, 2015, at 11:00 a.m.with the Reverend Peter Floyd of Higganum, Connecticut officiating. Friends and family are cordially invited to attend. Memorial contributions may be sent to the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center, 1248 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, Vermont05819 designated for resident activities.

May 11, 1936 - November 23, 2015 Marty went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 23, 2015 at his home in Lyndon Center, Vermont surrounded by his family. Born in Chicago on May 11, 1936, he was proud of his Scandinavian heritage. His father,Sture,immigrated to the U.S. from southern Sweden and his mother, LahjaPessi, from Karelia, Finland, settling in Chicago and later in Holden, Massachusetts. Marty attended Holden High School, Tri-State College, UVM, Johnson State College and Boston University, where he earned his Master of Divinity degree in 1991. He married Sheila Bronson in 1958, whom he met in Burlington while attending UVM. Marty joined the U.S. Army in 1957and served in the Third Infantry Division.While with the 3RD IDhe became a downhill ski racer with the U.S. Army Inferno Ski Team and raced in Switzerland, Germany and Austria, serving also on the National Ski Patrol on the Zugspitze, Garmisch, Germany, and later in U.S. ski areas. After his discharge from the U.S. Army, he was employedby the Norton Company in Worcester Massachusetts beginning a career as a computer programmer and systems analyst. Moving to Vermont in 1969 he was employed by St. Johnsbury Trucking as a data communications specialist. In 1988, he received his call into the ministry, attended Boston University School of Theology and served as a minister in the United Methodist Church. Marty served as pastor of Timothy Frost Methodist Church in Thetford Center,North Thetford Federated Church and Grace United Methodist Church in Bradford, Vermont. Upon retirement in 2001 he served with the Vermont National Guard as a Chaplain [Colonel] supporting families pre and post deployment. He and Sheila resided in Lyndon Center after retirement attending Lyndonville United Methodist Church. An avid sports and outdoors enthusiast, he participated in and coached many sports andhikedon the Appalachian and Long Trails. In recent years, he was very proud to support the Norris Cotton Cancer Center of Lebanon, NH in their research by bicycling many miles raising funds for the Prouty fundraiser. Marty loved music and loved to sing. He sang as a tenor with the North Country Chorus, the Chorus Pro Musica of Boston and the Worcester Oratorio Society, as well as church choirs. Marty is survived by his wife, Sheila, of 57 years;children,Katherine of Portland Oregon, Christian and his wife, Nicci, of North Mymms, England; and Lara Charlebois (Fors) and husband Barry of Manotick, Ontario; and three grandchildren: Lynne Fors of Williamsburg, VA, Erik Fors of Chesapeake, VA, and Elyssa Fors of West Lebanon, NH. Contributions in memory of Marty may be made to support cancer research at the Norris Cotton Cancer Center (FNCCC One Medical Center Drive Lebanon, NH 03756), and to the Lyndonville United Methodist Church (100 Church Street, Lyndonville, VT 05851).

of Peacham, passed away on Friday June 19th, 2015 in Lunenburg, VT at the age of 76. He was born on October 2nd, 1938 in Danville, VT. He was the son of George and Ramona (Hutchins) Frye. John worked many years for himself logging and later in life he worked at Calkins Excavating in Danville for many years. He enjoyed operating heavy equipment (especially bulldozers), hunting, fishing, watching the news, and riding around on the back roads. He is survived by his son Jonathan Nelson and his wife Ellen Nelson of Lunenburg, two brothers, William Frye and his wife Kathy of Passumpsic, and Berton Frye and his wife Virginia of Danville, two sisters, Marylene Seviany and her husband Walter of Danville, and Georgianna Page of Groton, and by three grandchildren Wade Nelson,Leigha Nelson, and Kevin Sinclair. He was predeceased by his parents, and by one sister, Louise Hale. A funeral service will be held at the residence of Dana and Dawn Calkins: 1389 Route 2 West Danville, VT on Saturday June 27th, 2015 at 11am. Burial will follow at the Danville Green Cemetery.

, 87, of East Burke died Wednesday morning December 16, 2015 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on April 26, 1928 in Newark, VT the daughter of Herman and Shirley (Hackett) Legacy. She attended schools in Newark, VT. She was married to Henry Greer who predeceased her in 1984. She was the owner/operator of the East Burke Garage since 1967, she also owned and operated her own school bus for 41 years. She also was the Secretary and Treasurer for the East Burke Fire Department for many years She enjoyed her grandkids and great-grandchildren and family gatherings. She is survived by her four sons, Wayne, Brian, Pete Greer all of East Burke, VT and Elwin Greer of Whitefield, NH; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by one brother, Ralph Legacy and two sisters, Mable Bandy and Marion Chapman. Graveside funeral services will be held in the spring in the family lot in the Hillside Cemetery in West Burke, VT. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to the East Burke Fire Department, PO Box 36, East Burke, VT 05832

, age 61, a long time resident of Newark died peacefully at home on October 5th, following a valiant fight against cancer. She is survived by a large extended family and many friends. Audrey was a lover of nature, an artist, a realist, a mother. She was a loving supportive friend, whose strength and generous spirit was obvious to all who knew her. She and her husband Chuck created a strong, loving family in a home where everyone felt welcomed. At her request the family will host a celebration of her life this spring for all who wish to attend. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who so generously supported her.

of Glover and formerly of Waterbury, VT passed away on Sunday July 12th, 2015 at the Union House in Glover. He was 81 years old. He was born on July 22nd, 1934 in Burlington, VT. He was the son of Lynn and Eva (Gendron) Jacobs. Bobby Loved Waterbury and spent much of his time walking around, working, joking and laughing with many of his friends there. He loved cars and could tell you the make, model and year of each car he saw throughout his years. Though life was hard for Bobby with cerebral palsy, he never gave up. He studied hard, learned to read and write and eventually got his GED. He is survived by one sister, Marjorie Jennison and her husband Winston of Johnson, VT, and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, five brothers and one sister. Upon request by the family there will be no public services.

of Lyndonville passed away on Monday April 27th, 2015, at the age of 89. She was born on July 8th, 1925 in Saint Johnsbury, VT. She was the daughter of Carroll and Agnes (Ellsworth) Gleason. Katherine touched the hearts of everyone she met and was known to many who loved her as “Gram”. She had a love for looking at and making floral arrangements, cooking, and collecting recipes. She is survived by her Daughter Debbie Noyes and her husband Michael of Lyndon Center, Five grandchildren: Randy Manson of ME, Lisa Blake and her husband Jaime, Jennifer Locke and her husband Bill all from North Carolina, Rose Noyes of Troy, VT, Jason Noyes and his wife Angle of St. Johnsbury, VT: Nine Great-grand- children: Brandi, Spencer, Sebastian, Cody, Sierra, Dylan, Courtney, Chase, and Lily, and one great-great grandchild, Blake, and many special family friends, Sue McKay, Kara Lawernce, Holly Rosseau, Steve Noyes, special cousins, Evelyn Mulliken and Lorraine Hayden, two step-sons, Billy and Mike Gigure. She is predeceased by her parents, three husbands: Bill Manson, Leo Gigure, and Clayton Jasmin, two children, Edward Manson and Bette Noyes. Per request of the family there will be no public services.

, 78, of Lyndonville, Vt., died on Feb. 1, 2016 in Rutland, Vt. surrounded by her family. Marilyn was born on March 1, 1937 in Arlington Massachusetts the daughter of Ralph and Alyce (Curry) Sparre. Marilyn married the love of her life Peter J. Kelly in 1961. In 1976, they moved to Lyndonville where they raised their seven children and watched their family grow to 22 grandkids and six great-grandchildren. Marilyn thoroughly enjoyed spending summers in Maine with her family and the outdoors. Marilyn was a member of St Elizabeth's Catholic Church, the American Legion Auxiliary Post 30 and senior member of the Civil Air Patrol, Northeast Squadron. Marilyn is survived by her children and their spouses: June Kelly and Christine Powers of Brandon, Vt., Peter and Kelly Kelly of Kyle, Texas, Mary Kelly of Fair Haven, Vt., Ralph Kelly and Angela Cicirello of Tampa, Fla., Alice and Robert Ruffner of Peacham, Vt., Grace and Paul Parenteau of Peru, N.Y., and Michele and Ethan Marion of St Johnsbury, Vt.; and soon to be 22 grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. Marilyn was predeceased by her husband of 47 years, Peter, and her sister, June Zaenger. Calling hours are Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016 at 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Pearson Funeral home in Lyndonville. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, Feb. 8, 2016 at 11 a.m., St Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Lyndonville, Vt. and arrangements are being made through Pearson's Funeral Home in Lyndonville. A graveside service will follow in the spring, at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Randolph, Vt. In lieu of flowers or donations we ask that you take a moment to hug your child, grandchild, friend, or walk in the woods for a moment, an hour or a day. Time waits for no one.

of West Burke, passed away on Friday March 27th, 2015 at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was 85 years old. He was born December 21st, 1929 in Wheelock,VT, the son of George and Burl (young) Meserve. He attended schools in Wheelock and Sheffield. He joined the army in 1951 and served for three years. He married Doris Carriere in 1957. Mr. Meserve worked in Hardwick, VT as a cemetery sexton for many years. He is survived by his wife Doris Meserve of 57 years, two brothers, Howard and Donald Meserve, and by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by three brothers, Charles, David, and Edgar. Per request of the family there will be no public services. Memorial contributions may be marked in Richard’s name to the: Kingdom Animal Shelter, 1664 Memorial Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

Passed away on Saturday May 16, 2015 at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital at the age of 88. He was born on June6th, 1926 in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. He was the son of Leon and Anna Mae (Drown) Morse. Vernon worked at Fairbanks Morse for 45 years starting in production and later moving to management before retiring in 1987. He was president of the Teamsters union for several years. Upon retiring he and his son opened Morse Taxi which the operated for 5 years. He enjoyed the traveling he did with the union, bowling, playing softball for the Fairbanks leagues, dancing with his wife and taking his children on picnics. He also enjoyed fishing, going to camp at Harvey’s Lake, teaching his wife how to drive their pontoon boat, driving taxi, and all the people up at 4:00am so he could get “his friends” to work, and sometimes not getting home until late at night, come rain sleet or snow. He is survived by his 3 children, Linda Mardin, Leann Quapaw and her companion Che Newell, Vernon Morse Jr. (Sonny), A half brother, Brian Morse, and his wife Margaret and family, Seven grand children, Vicky, Ruthy, William, K.C, Tina, Paul, Scott, seventeen Great grandchildren, several aunts and cousins and 3 great- great- grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Arlene Swan Morse of 54 years, his parents and step-parents Loyd Drown, Fanny Morse, a half brother, Bruce Morse, one nephew,3 grandchildren, Tamika Danforth, Michael Mardin, Cyndi Hayman, and son’s companion Brenda drown Visiting hours will be held on Friday May 22nd at the Pearsons Funeral Home from 5pm-7pm. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday May 26th at 10am at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery in St. Johnsbury.

, Reta was born on August 10, 1926, the daughter of Harvey and Sadie (Paris) Chamberlain in Lyndonville, VT. Reta attended grade school in Lyndonville and then went on to graduate from Lyndon Institute in 1944. Reta greatly enjoyed singing in the Glee Club during all four of her high school years. She also attended and was baptized at St. Peter’s Episcopal Mission in her youth and she also enjoyed singing in the choir for many years. Reta lived for a while in Essex Jct., VT and moved to Boston where she worked for the H.E. Harris Company stamp business as a philatelist for several years. Achieving a higher education was a very important goal to Reta and while working she also attended evening classes at Boston University. She later worked for the President of Harvard University as his personal secretary. One day she noticed an ad in the newspaper for help wanted in Washington DC and she decided this was where she wanted to be! So- she went to Washington, DC. Reta proudly worked for the Central Intelligence Agency for 10 plus years and during this period of time, met her future husband, John W. Mulholland. They were married on November 18, 1954 in Arlington, Virginia. John was a generous and wonderful man and they shared many happy years together. John was employed as the union negotiator for all federal employees employed by the United States. They loved to tent on the many beaches from Cape Hatteras to the Chesapeake Bay, eating clams and hunting and fishing. It was Reta who taught John all about hunting and fishing! During her retirement years, Reta took great pride and interest in pursuing night classes in Annapolis, Maryland studying veterinary medicine relative to felines and dogs. Reta also enjoyed her volunteer work with the Girl Scouts and was known for her love of her cats, horses, singing, flowers and cooking. Reta and John lived happily together in Edgewater, Maryland for many years. Reta took great pleasure in singing in the choir at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Edgewater, Maryland. Reta and John eventually retired back to Vermont and lived in St. Johnsbury before John’s passing on June 11, 2004, just a few months shy of their 50th wedding anniversary. Reta resided at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center and she was especially thankful for the love and support extended to her by her brother Dale throughout the years. Reta is survived by her daughter, Kathy Isabelle of Kansas City, Missouri; a brother Elmore Paris and his wife Betty of Wilmington, Delaware; a brother Dale Chamberlain and his wife Yolande of St. Johnsbury, Vermont; a brother Donald Chamberlain of Miami, Florida; special friend Ruth Nuremberg of Lyndonville, Vermont and a host of nieces and nephews, all of whom were very special to Reta. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kingdom Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 462, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or to the Elizabeth Brown Humane Society, P.O. Box 6, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. Burial will take place at the Vermont Veteran’s Cemetery in Randolph, Vermont. Burial will be at the discretion of the family at a later date.

passed away on October 12, 2015, at the age of 65. Walt was born in Lyndonville, Vermont on April 2, 1950, the second son of Reginald and Louise Noyes. Walt attended Newport High School for three years and graduated with the first graduating class of North Country Union H.S. in 1968. He started his work career at the Hackett Farm in Derby, andafter that he worked for Ray O. Parker & Sons in Lyndonville and married Lois (Dumas) Noyes in 1972. For a time they lived in St. Johnsbury before building their log home in Lyndonville, where they had their son, Joshua. Walt continued to drive truck and later drove for Calkins Sand and Gravel as well as helping his brother James out at the wood yard. He enjoyed hunting, driving truck, and watching Josh’s hockey games. He lost the love of his life, Lois in 2000 and never recovered his joy. Walt is survived by his son Josh and wife Melissa, grandchildren Keshia, Christian and Hogan, brothers James, Jonathan and Brian, his Aunt Margaret, and many cousins. He was predeceased by his father Reginald, mother Louise, and wife Lois. A memorial service will be held at Pearsons Funeral Home in Lyndonville on Saturday, October 24th at 10:00 a.m. with internment following at the Lyndon Center Cemetery.

of St. Johnsbury died suddenly on December 12, 2015 at the age of 56. He was born in St. Johnsbury on March 4, 1959 and lived here most of his life. He attended St. Johnsbury Academy and Johnson & Wales College. He liked sports, the outdoors and animals. He was also a good cook! He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

of St. Johnsbury passed away Friday April 17th, 2015. She was 83 years old. She was born on November 21st, 1931 in Morristown, NJ. She was the daughter of Russell and Elgie ( Paddleford) Williams. Ella attended St. Johnsbury academy and graduated in 1949 from Lyndon Institute. In 1950 she married Reginald Rexford. Ella loved life, family and friends. She had hobbies that included horses, and later camping with her husband Reg. She always liked to read and knit. She was a member of the Red Hat Club and the Women's Club. She is survived by her three daughters, Wanda Waugh and her husband William of Lyndonville, Linda Pilotte and her husband Doug of Lyndonville, Paula Carpenter and her husband Ken of St. Johnsbury,one step brother, George Andrews and his wife Evelyn of Glen Ellen, CA, one sister, Marion Gero of St. Johnsbury, eleven grandchildren, Matthew, Alexander and his wife Marisa, Karen, Lisa, Mandy, Chad and his wife Ashley, Meagan and her husband Sam, Carrie and her husband Geremy, Andrew and his wife Erica, Kenneth Jr. and his wife Khadizhat, Tara and her husband Matt, sixteen great0 grandchildren and two great- great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband Reginald Rexford in 1999. Visiting hours will be held Friday April 24th from 4:00-6:00pm at Pearsons Funeral home. A memorial service will be held on Friday April 24th at 7:00pm with Mr. John Sleeper officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be marked in Ella’s name to the: Canterbury Inn Activity Fund, 46 Cherry ST. St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

of Lyndonville passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday afternoon, May 9, 2015 with her family at her side. She was about one month shy of her 95th birthday. Mrs. Scotten was born in St. Johnsbury on June 21, 1920, the daughter of George & Ernestine McRae. She moved to Lyndon in 1952 and resided there since. She graduated from St. J. Academy in 1938 and UVM in 1941. She returned to school and earned a BSEd from Lyndon State in 1961 while working full time and single-handedly raising her three children, after which she taught in several local one-room schools until her retirement in 1982. She was devoted to public service, working tirelessly for the Lyndon Food Shelf, Scouting, the United Methodist Church, Enterprise Grange, RSVP, and the community. She was named Person of the Month several times by the Caledonian Record and in 2005 she received the Governor’s Award for Outstanding Community Service from Governor Douglas. That same year she was also awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award by President Bush. She is survived by her children: Mildred and Dwayne Stahler of Nashville, TN; George and Susan Scotten of North Hartland, VT; Bruce & Jean Scotten of Spring Hill, TN; and her grandchildren Steven Scotten of Alameda, CA and Susan Hendrickson of Stowe, VT. Visiting hours will be held at the Pearsons Funeral Home on Wednesday May 13th from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm. A funeral service will be held at the Lyndonville United Methodist Church on Thursday May 14th at 10:00 am. Burial will take place at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in St. Johnsbury following the funeral service. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Pines Rehab for the loving care they provided. Memorial contributions may be marked in Mildred’s name to the: Lyndon Area Food Shelf 51 Elm Street, Lyndon, VT 05851.

of Commerce Street passed away Friday, November 20, 2015 at his home following a period of declining health. He was 70. Born on Aug 21, 1945 in Brattleboro, VT, he was the son of Everett and Adah (Bowhay) Searl. Roland grew up in Rockingham, VT. In earlier years, he worked at various jobs as a carpenter and also worked as a firefighter with the US Forest Service while he lived in Eureka, MT. Returning east, he was employed at Kurn Hattin School in Westminster, VT. He then worked as a teacher’s aide for special education in Walpole, NH where he coached baseball and taught woodworking classes. Returning to Kurn Hattin, he served as a house parent and as an assistant to the director. He eventually moved to Lyndonville, VT where he attended Lyndon State College and graduated at age 50 with a degree in Liberal Arts. While in Lyndonville, he coached softball and baseball. In retirement, he enjoyed raising his two boys, photography, gardening, hunting and fishing, and especially spending time with his grandchildren. He will be remembered as “a jack of all trades, master of none, and the son of a horse trader”. Besides his parents, two sisters Charlotte & Lila and brothers Warren & Richard Houghan and Robert and Bunham Searl all died before him. He leaves two sons Tyge Searl and fiancée Katrina Hamel and children Tré, Nevaeh, Kiara, & Logan all of St. Johnsbury, VT and Lee Searl and fiancée Hillary and son Sean all of Wells River, VT, and daughter Josie Bissell and husband William and children Justin and Brielle all of Grants Pass, OR; and his former spouses Alison Searl Hall and Katherine Breau Searl. Friends and family are welcome to attend a graveside service at 11am Wednesday, November 25 at Lyndon Center Cemetery. Rev Barbara Dwyer will officiate.

, 97, widow of Harold B. Skinner, died peacefully at home in Guildhall Vermont on December 24 surrounded by family. Born, March 26, 1918 in Bristol Connecticut, she was the daughter of Joseph and Lydia (Cote) Brodeur, sister to Lorraine DeBose of Pikesville, Tennessee and her brother Philip Brodeur, predeceased. Lillian raised her family in Bristol and Terryville, Ct. She was an amazing woman, always full of love, joy and compassion. She was employed by Bristol Hospital as an LPN for many years, before she and Harold retired to Concord, Vermont. She lived an incredibly long life spending her days braiding her beautiful rugs, refinishing furniture, sharing her love of antiques and entertaining her family and friends. Her family includes her three sons (and their spouses), Bernard and Ruth Skinner of Bristol, Connecticut, David and Anita Skinner of Bokeelia, Florida, Daniel and Deborah Skinner of Sag Harbor, New York. She was often visited by her seven grandchildren, Tracey (predeceased), Lisa, John, Jason, Sean, Ryan, Lori, four great grandchildren, one great, great grandchild, and several cousins, nieces and nephews with whom she shared little stories of family history and life over so many decades. Lillian was a devout Catholic, a member of St. John’s Catholic Church in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. Pearsons Funeral Home of Lyndonville will handle arrangements. There will be no calling hours. A Mass will be held at St. Johns Church in the spring.

of West Burke, VT, passed away at the Pines Rehabilitation & Health Center on Tuesday, March 17th, 2015 at the age of 100. He was born on August 21, 1914 in Detroit, MI, the son of Herbert and Estelle (Foye) Smith. He married Jeanne Florence Everett in 1939, and they resided Cedar Grove, NJ until they later moved to Union, NJ in 1948. Ford loved sports cars and auto racing. He raced his own cars that he himself designed and built. In his later years he enjoyed working in his wood shop, and being outside taking care of his property. He is survived by his Daughter, Elaine (Smith) Ryan of Island Pond, and by his son, Ford Smith Jr. of Green Cove Springs, Fl, and by a sister, June Perry of Neenah, WI. He was predeceased by his wife Jeanne, and by a grandson, Robert McGhee. A graveside service will be held on May 27th, 2015 at 11:00am at the Hillside Cemetery in West Burke.

, 89, of West Burke passed away on Sunday May 3rd, 2015 at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. She was born on October 24th, 1925 in Lyndonville, VT. She was the Daughter of Earl and Vera (Ruggles) Powers. Kay and her husband Bob both grew up with horses in the West Burke area and went on to become respected and dedicated horse people. Since 1954 to present, Kay and Bob have taught, trained, fed, housed, supported, coached, loved and trucked many kids, adults and horses, that no one could possibly name them all…well, except for Kay and Bob, who probably have not forgotten any of them. Many of us have vivid memories of the Switsers …Kay with her Jam packed lesson book sitting in the corner of the arena with her microphone, helping riders with diagonals, “up, up ,up” and correct leads, working on positions, “ Heels down, toes-up”. She is survived by her son Robert Switser and his significant other Sue Cross of Concord, VT, one grand- son, ShaneSwitser and his wife Emily of Lyndonville, five great-grandchildren, Olivia, Colby, Ella, Lucas, Natalie, and one great great-grandchild, Sophia. She is also survived by her close friends Ralph and Betty Jackson, Donnie and Lynn Norris, Vickie Graves, Sue Mackin, and many more friends who were able to check in and care for Kay on a daily basis. She was predeceased by her parents, her sister Lucille Powers, and by a grandson, Joshua Switser. Visiting hours will be held on Friday May 8th at the Pearsons Funeral Home from 5pm-7pm. A graveside service will be held on Saturday May 9th at the Hillside Cemetery in West Burke, VT at 10am. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be marked in Kay’s Name to the Meals on wheels program in West Burke, VT.

of Lyndonville passed away on Monday July 6th, 2015 at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center at the age of 91. She was born on Feb. 28, 1924 in Lyndonville, VT. She was the daughter of Clarence and Simone Sheltra. Germaine attended Lyndonville schools and later married William Thompson in 1946. She was a dispatcher at the Lyndonville Fire Dept for 32 years and loved making muffins and cakes for the firefighters. She is survived by her husband William of 68 years, a sister in law, Carol Stevens, and by some close friends, Ron and Nancy Aubin and Butch Forget. A mass of Christian burial will take place at St. Elizabeth’s Church in Lyndonville on Wednesday July 8th at 11am with Father Christopher Micale officiating. Burial will follow in St. Elizabeth’s Cemetery in Lyndonville. Anyone who wanted to make a memorial contribution in Germaine’s name can send it to: The Lyndonville Fire Department, Tiger Company, P.O Box 126, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, 67, of Palm City, Florida passed away on Wednesday, February 25 after a battle with cancer. His wife, Marian, daughter Melissa with her husband Robert, and her children (George’s grandchildren) Oliver and Ainsleigh, had been caring for him at his home in East Burke, Vermont. George was born in the Bronx in New York on July 9, 1947, the son of George and Dorothy (Gallagher) Wafer. He had a successful career in the automotive OEM and aftermarket industry in electronics and insurance products. He started his career with Audiovox and Clarion before founding VMS in 1983. He was active in many charities including being a founding director of The Clark Gillies Foundation and The Wafer Family Foundation. Most of his philanthropic interests supported his commitment to children. He was committed to his family as a father, grandfather, and wonderful husband to Marian. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be marked in George’s memory to the Wafer Family Foundation: 400 Oser Ave suite 100 hauppauge, NY 11788, so that we may honor George and his work for children.

, 94, died Thursday, Jan 8, at Woodridge Nursing Home in Berlin. He was born Nov. 2, 1920, in St. Johnsbury, the son of Augustus and Janet Wilson. He lived most of his life in Lyndonville, and was graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1939. He was a World War II veteran, serving as a cryptographer in the U.S. Army Air Force from October, 1942, to February, 1946. He was employed for 10 years by Vermont Tap and Die, and for 3 years in the Lyndonville Savings Bank. From 1957 to 1985, he worked for the Vermont American Corp. For many years, he was a member of the Lyndonville Military Band and the St. Johnsbury Town Band. He was a past president of the Lyndonville Rotary Club and a member of the Lyndonville Congregational Church, where he served as chair of the Deacons Committee. Survivors include his wife, Patricia C. Wilson, his daughter, Elizabeth Slayton; son-in-law, Thomas K. Slayton, and grandson, Ethan Augustus Slayton and his wife, Shawna S. Slayton. He was predeceased by his parents and by his brothers, Edward and Leslie T. Wilson. A memorial service will be held at the Lyndonville Congregational Church at 2 p.m. on Jan, 31, 2015 with interment to follow in the Lyndon Center Cemetery with full military honors at a later date.

, 85, passed away peacefully Saturday afternoon August 22, 2015 at Mayo Healthcare in Northfield, VT. He was born in Richmond, MN on Oct. 21, 1929, the eldest son of Harry E. and Margaret (Kapsch) Winchester. Leon grew up in South Ryegate, VT, attended grade school there and graduated from Wells River High School. He also attended Lyndon State College. On June 26, 1955 Leon married Joyce Sargent of East Cabot, and they began their married life together in Danville, VT. They recently celebrated their 60th anniversary. In 1960 Leon and Joyce built a new home in Barre Town where they raised their family and resided until 2014. Leon spent his 45-year working career in granite memorial sales, travelling throughout New England selling Barre granite monuments. Leon was a hard worker, skilled do-it-yourselfer, active church and community member, devoted father and grandfather. He was well respected and loved by family, friends and business associates. Leon is survived by his wife Joyce of Northfield, VT; three sons: Karl Winchester and wife Suzanne of Grantham, NH; James Winchester and wife Susanne of Manhasset, NY; Steven Winchester and wife Hana of Cincinnati, OH; one daughter-in-law, Karen Winchester of East Montpelier, VT; one brother, Harry Winchester; two sisters, Anna Su and Mavis Laurie Hagler; ten grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by infant daughter Marion, son Michael, and brother Clifford. Much appreciation is extended to the exceptional and compassionate staff of Mayo for the outstanding care given Leon in recent months. A private memorial gathering will be held at a future date for family and friends.