NEKG - 2008 Obituaries

passed away peacefully on Dec. 6, 2008, at his home in Lyndonville surrounded by his caring family. During his year-long courageous battle with esophageal cancer he was given loving care by his three guardian angels, Vicki, Linda and Krystal and all the wonderful nurses and doctors of the Norris Cotton Cancer Center. He was 52. Chris was born in St. Johnsbury, Vermont on September 17, 1956, the son of Frederick Lyle and Dorothy (Bailey) Allard. He grew up in Lyndonville and attended Lyndon Center Campus school and graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1974. At LI he participated in the work coop program and became interested in precision machining and became skilled in all areas of the field throughout his work life. Chris lived in the Lyndonville area most of his life except for a brief time when he lived and worked in Las Vegas, Nevada. Chris was a hard worker, dedicating many hours to his employment. In recent years he worked at Vermont Aerospace and was a valued employee serving as a purchasing agent. Chris was an avid motorcycle and car enthusiast. He enjoyed riding with his friends throughout New England, across the country and to the races at Laconia. He also enjoyed fishing, music, and traveling. In the past couple of years with the help of his close friend and brother-in-law, Randy Stoddard, Chris was able to fulfill his dream of designing, building, and then moving into his own new home. Chris was predeceased by his parents and grandparents. He leaves behind his sister Vikki Stoddard and her husband Randy of Lyndonville, brother Fred Allard Jr. and his wife Melanie of Lyndon, his brother Keith Allard of East Burke, and his 5 nieces and 4 nephews Lisa, Shanna, Ashley, Danny, Sherry, Freddy III, Tim, Damon and Morgan. There will be a small private service for the family. Friends and loved ones will gather for a celebration of Chriss life; the time and place of this celebration will be provided at a later date. Special thanks to the many friends who supported and cared for Chris during his illness. Memorial contributions should be directed to Norris Cotton Cancer Center - North, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT, or the Caledonia Home Health & Hospice @ 161 Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. A celebration of the life of Chris Russell Allard will be held on Sunday, Dec. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Breslin Center, Main Street, Lyndonville.

, age 58 of East Burke passed away Saturday, October 18, 2008 at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital following a long illness. Born January 9, 1950 in St. Johnsbury. Lester grow up in Burke Hollow and graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1968. He married Janet DesRochers and they had two sons, Janet and Lester later divorced. Lester remarried Audrey Williams on December 12, 1992. He served in the US Army National Guard reaching the rank of 1st Lieutenant. He always enjoyed hunting, fishing, shooting pool with his boys, and dancing especially a polka and a good two-step. Lester was a pilot, trucker, an EMT and a pastor for awhile, he had what one would call a diverse life and tried just about anything at least once. He even bought a plane on Ebay. Lester was a member of the Tom Breslin Center and the VFW. He worked at Kennametal, as a machinist from 1987-2007. Lester is survived by his wife, Audrey of East Burke, his mother, Lucille LaRock of Burke Hollow, his son Michael and (wife) Lisa Batchelder of East Haven,his son Jason and (wife) Heather Batchelder of Sheffield, a special aunt Laura Drown of Burke Hollow and her son Dennis and (wife) Linda Drown, step children include: Francis Williams, Jr., Steven & Brenda Gadapee,Brian & Wendy Williams,and Jeffrey Williams. He was better known as "Poppy" by his ten grandchildren and one Great-Grandson. He was predeceased by an uncle, Gordon Drown and a grandson Gabe Heywood. Lester (Pah) will be greatly missed. He always had "the time of day" and a shoulder to lean on if you needed one. You could always depend on Pah, no matter what. Calling hours will be Tuesday evening between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM @ Pearsons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 22, 2:00 PM @ Pearsons Funeral Home, followed by a "celebration of his life" @ Ma & Pah's. Interment will be Friday, 10:00 AM @ the Burke Hollow Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Lesters name to Lyndon Rescue, Inc. @ P.O. Box 401,Vail Drive Lyndonville, VT 05851 and to the Diabetes Association.

, age 93, a lifelong Lyndonville resident, passed away Saturday, October 4, 2008 in the home in which he was born. Born May 15, 1915, son of the late T. Charles & Mary E. (Pilgrim) Beattie, Don attended Lyndon Institute and graduated from Lyndon Institute with the class of 1933. He married Lois H. DeFreest on August 3, 1941 in Warren, VT. She predeceased him on April 4, 2006. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII as a POW Guard at Camp Stark. Don worked at the Vermont Tap & Die for many years. Don was one of the founders of the Lyndon Outing Club and served on the board of directors for many years. He enjoyed sports, particularly skiing, hiking and biking, and was a member of the Half Fast Hiking Club. When his sons were young he was active as a Boy Scout leader. He was also a Trustee of Lyndon Institute, longtime volunteer fire fighter, and a Mason. A member of the Lyndonville First Congregational Church, he was involved in the rebuilding of the Church following a fire that nearly destroyed it in 1967. Donald is survived by his two sons and their families, David and Susan Beattie, Brian Beattie and Brenda Stewart; grandchildren, Lisa Beattie and Andrew Stern, Ann Beattie and Matt Larson, Katherine Beattie and Jeremy Kasper, Jennifer Beattie and John Henriquez, and Thomas Beattie; great-grandchildren, Samuel Henriquez, Johnny Henriquez, and Benjamin Larson; a sister, Elnora Morse, age 102. He was predeceased by two brothers, Harold Beattie, Lloyd Beattie and a sister, Marguerite Folsom. A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 9, 11:00 AM at the Lyndonville First Congregational Church with the Rev. Jennifer Geary, officient. Interment will be private in the Lyndon Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Donalds name to either Lyndon Institute (the fund of your choice) @ Development Office Lyndon Institute P.O. Box 127, Lyndon Ctr., VT 05850 or Lyndon Outing Club.

, a Lyndonville resident passed away Friday, March 21, 2008 at The Pines Health & Rehab. Center following a lengthy illness. David was born June 2, 1919 in St. Johnsbury, son of the late Harry and Alma (Boomhower) Blodgett. He married Dora H. Ingersoll January 17, 1942 in Barton. He worked at Vermont Tap & Die as a Thread Grinder, he was also a Volunteer Firefighter for the Lyndonville Fire Dept. For over 35 years. David was a dedicated and avid Red Sox fan, he also enjoyed the New England Patriots. David is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 66 years, Dora of Lyndonville; two sons, Everett N. Blodgett and wife Jacqueline of St. Albans; Arthur D. Blodgett of Wilcox, AZ; a grandson Michael D. Blodgett; an great grandson, Devon Blodgett; two sisters, Helen L. Edwards of Fresno, CA; Rosemary B. Cole of Newport, NH.; several nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Vergenia Hunt. A family funeral service will be held in the spring with interment in the Lake View Cemetery, Westmore. The family requests memorial contributions be made to either the Lyndonville Fire Dept. at 316 Main St., Lyndonville, VT 05851 or the Lyndon rescue at P.O. Box 401, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

of Lyndonville passed away at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008, at the age of 80. Marie was born in Saint Benjamin, Quebec on Oct. 3, 1927, in Canada, the daughter of Joseph and Corrine Breton. She married Roland Caron in 1952 and they made their home in Vermont. She enjoyed cross stitching and embroidery in her younger years, as well as visiting family in Quebec. Marie is survived by her five children and their spouses, Claude Caron and fiancée Terri Chaudoin of St. Johnsbury, Suzanne (Caron) Potter of Barre, Mary (Caron) Dionisio and husband Arthur of Wheelock, John and Donna Caron of Manchester, N.H., and Louise (Caron) Vinton and Fiancee Ben Weisinger of Lyndonville. She had nine beloved grandchildren, Claude Caron, Jr. Kristen and Stacy Potter, Artie and Joe Dionisio, Joshua, Joseph, and Jacob Caron, Elizabeth and Spencer Vinton and Cassandra Weisinger. She also had one great-grandson, Cody Caron. She was predeceased by her husband, Roland Caron in 1995, a son Mark Caron in 2000, and an infant daughter, Colombe Caron in 1954. Visiting hours will be held at Pearsons Funeral Home on Sunday, Sept. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, Sept. 15, at 10 a.m., at St. Elizabeth Church in Lyndonville with Rev. Patrick Forman, officiant. Interment will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Marie's name to either, St. Elizabeth Church Women's Group at 49 Winter St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or Senior Meal Site/Meals on Wheels Lyndonville, 76 Depot St., Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, age 90 a lifelong Newark resident passed away Saturday, November 8, 2008 at The Pines Health & Rehab. Center. Earl was born June 10, 1918 in Newark, the son of George and Clara (Langmaid) Carr. He attended area schools, worked at the fish Hatchery for 30 years retiring in 1980, he married Violet M. Sebastin on March 8, 1946. She predeceased him April 3, 2000, after 54 years of marriage. He and Violet served the Newark community well over the years. Earl enjoyed the out of doors, fishing, hunting, trapping, and the many hunting trips to Michigan, he also enjoyed their camp at Newark Pond. Earl is survived by a sister, Alice Gillis of Island Pond, two sister in laws, Laura Rodgers of Newark, Florence LeBaron of Derby; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by three sisters, Thelma Cutting, Florence Megette and Elaine Carr; three brothers, Alton, Merton and Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in Earls name to either SADSAC c/o Caledonian-Record P.O. Box 8, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819, Norris Cotton Cancer Center North 1080 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 Calling hours will be at the Pearsons Funeral Home Thursday, November 13, from 6:00 pm till 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be Friday at 2:00 pm also at Pearsons Funeral Home with Rev. Susan Mackay, officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Elizabeth Cemetery.

, of St. Johnsbury, died of lung cancer at Vermont Respite House on March 3, 2008. She was born May 16, 1934, in Minneapolis, Minn., the daughter of Bruce Noll Coulter and Mary Burnet. She grew up in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., on the beautiful campus of the Cranbrook School, where her father taught English and coached baseball and hockey. Anne's love of Vermont began in the summer of 1941, when the family bought an old abandoned farm in Shrewsbury, where they spent many happy summers "off the grid." After graduating from Brown University in 1956, Anne worked as a newspaper reporter, VISTA volunteer in Greenville, S.C., and staff member of the American Friends Service Committee in Baltimore. While there, she co-founded and lived in a Quaker commune called Toad Hall, and volunteered at the People's Free Medical Center. In 1971, she returned to Vermont with the wave of "back-to-the-landers." With the help of family and friends, old and new, she built a simple one-room cabin in Danville. Anne worked at Planned Parenthood and the Danville Health Center. She became a founding member of the St. Johnsbury Farmers' Market and the Danville Summer Singers. In 1983-1984, she studied massage at the Still Point Center School of Massage, then in Amherst, Mass., returning to St. Johnsbury in 1984, where she lived and practiced massage. All her life, Anne loved the out-of-doors. She loved nature observation, especially bird watching, kayaking on quiet ponds and rivers, snowshoeing, making things from vines and twigs, and making flower arrangements and garlands for her friends for special occasions. She also loved singing and ceremony around outdoor fires. She had a gift for friendship, and shared it freely with everyone she met. She was predeceased by her parents and her sister Mimi (Mary) Gossett. She is survived by her beloved brother Bruce (1704 Bowman Ave. NW, Olympia WA 98502); niece Cathy Walker; nephews John Gossett of Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, and Walter Gossett of Port Charlotte, Fla., and their families. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held May 16, Anne's birthday, at North Church in St. Johnsbury at 4 p.m. followed by a potluck dinner. Instead of flowers, Anne would be pleased if you wish to make a contribution to the St. Johnsbury School summer camp and after-school activity fund. Of all the many worthy people-helping projects, this is the closest to her heart. Make checks payable to the St. Johnsbury School Camp and Activity Fund, c/o Fran Achilles, St. Johnsbury School, 257 Western Ave., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, a Lyndonville resident passed away Thursday, February 21, 2008 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Daughter of the late Ernest and Ila Lanpher, she was born in Sutton. She was raised in the Sutton and Lyndonville areas. Theia is survived by four children and their spouses, Raymond D. Charland and wife Barbara of Prospect, CT, Mary Kay Charland-Bailey and husband Ranald of Granite Bay, CA, Arthur J. Charland and wife Sherol of Grand Island, FL, Patrick H. Davis and wife Martha of St. Johnsbury. Theia loved and enjoyed her 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her many relatives and friends.

, age 82 of St. Johnsbury passed away Monday, December 15, 2008 at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital following a brief illness. Agnes was born July 22, 1922 in Peacham to William and Ella (Rock) Payette. She attended school throughout Caledonia County. She married Donald C. Dickerman May 19, 1948 in Lyndonville. Agnes enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, taking care of them when they were young, in her later years children, grandchildren and other family members and friends helped to take care of Agnes. She also enjoyed crocheting, gardening, and feeding the ducks behind the Center Tower. She and Donald were active members of the St. Johnsbury Center Congregational Church. Agnes is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Donald of St. Johnsbury, her children, Ella Kelsey and husband Donald of Waterford, Eva Emery and husband John of Lyndonville, Donald (Spike) Dickerman of Ascutney; her grandchildren and great grandchildren, Allison Roberts and husband Chad of S.Wheelock their children Hannah and Jack, Karen Wright and husband Keith Winters of Phoenix, AZ, Jason Emery and wife Jamie of St. Johnsbury their daughter Emily, Jacob Emery and wife Tory of Corinth. Several brothers and sisters, William (Bud) Payette, Albert Payette, Reginald Payette, Dennis Payette, Catherine (Cappy) Mitchell, June Mitchell, Donna Dubray, brother-in-law, Gerald & Lillian Dickerman. A. funeral service will be held at the Pearsons Funeral Home Thursday, December 18, 10:00 AM with the Rev. William Cotte, officiating. There will be no public calling hours. Interment will be in the Spring at the St. Johnsbury Center Cemetery.

, 28, of Sheffield, passed away at her home while sleeping, Saturday, April 19, 2008. Jaime is the daughter of Michael Garand and companion Dianne Gochie of Sheffield, A. Ross Lohr Jr. and Geneva Granger of Sheffield, and Tina Garand and companion Ed James of Lyndonville, and Jack C. Granger Jr. and companion Jenny Bollman of Florida. She is the mother of Jade, Lucas, and Imogyn Cote of St. Johnsbury; she also leaves behind the father of her children and very special friend, Billy Cote of St. Johnsbury. Jaime is the sister of Emily Lussier and husband Larry of Wheelock, April Garand and fiancé Bobby Sholan of St. Johnsbury, Joy Granger, Jack (JC) Granger III, and Joseph Granger all of Sheffield. She is the granddaughter of Ann Moulton of Maine, Robert Broome of Sheffield, Romeo Garand and Polly Hawkins of St. Johnsbury, Bruce and Bunny Bickford of Lyndonville, Phil and Patty Degreenia of Sheffield. She is an aunt to Tehya, Ethan, and Jaykob Lussier of Wheelock, Lillionna Sholan of St. Johnsbury. Two of Jaime's special aunts and uncle Leighann Moulton of Maine, Sharmon Simoneau of East Haven, and uncles David Garand of St. Johnsbury, special companion Karen Madison and uncle Phil Degreenia of Lyndon. Jaime also has many other aunt, uncles, cousins, friends and family. She was predeceased by her grandfathers Reginald Moulton and Norman Sizen, uncle Robert Sizen, sister Julie Granger, niece Paytin Lussier, paternal grandmother Marjorie Lorraine (Cassidy) Garand. Jaime our big sister, what in the world went wrong? You were trying so hard to get your life back together. Here one day and dad could not wake you up the next. Why did God take you away? Nobody got to say goodbye, not even your three babies. It's only been a few days and we already miss you so much, you deserved your second chance, but it was taken from you while you slept. Our hearts are mourning for you, Jaime. We love you and we can't believe you're gone. Love April & Emily Wandering the world in magic places, treasured faces whispering from the past, clouds of memories soaring past and life her very name, nothing ever quite the same as it was so long before, the parties the memories, the dreams the scheme of all that was of all that would and could have been, and what she once had seen, a magic life of places all of it to fall like snow all of it to go, swiftly gone like rain, the laughter, music, beauty, pain, the friends, the smiles you left behind, the memories as soft as dew like satin on her cheek ... a lifetime left to seek anew what was all so swiftly gone, gentle, treasured winter song, wrapped in loves cocoon, life of fire quickly burned and gone so much too soon ... We love you and miss you!! Love Dad & Dianne, Grandpa Romeo & Polly, uncle David & Karen. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 23, 11:00 AM at the Lyndonville United Methodist Church with the Rev. Barbara A. Dwyer, officient. Calling hours will be Tuesday evening from 6-8 PM at the Pearsons Funeral Home, located at 70 Church Street, Lyndonville. Interment will be in May at the Passumpsic Cemetery.

, age 44, a Lyndonville resident, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2008 at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center following a lengthy illness. Born June 6, 1964 in New York City, NY, she is the daughter of Rev. Carlos Garcia and Carmen Pagan. She received a Bachelors degree in human science from Lyndon State College. She married Ceasar Rodriguez. Jennie was employed as a social worker at the Lyndon Supervisory Union. She enjoyed music, playing guitar, and singing Christian hymns. Prior to her illness she was an active member of Union Baptist Church. Church was very important to her, as her father was a minister, and was active in missionary work through her life. Jennie is survived by her husband, Ceasar Rodriguez of Lyndonville; son, Carlos Jimenez and companion Chantel; granddaughter, Breanna; daughter, Gueisha Vasquez; grandson, Omar; daughter Stephanie Velasquez. Calling hours will be Monday evening between 6:00 and 8:00 PM at Pearsons Funeral Home in Lyndonville. Funeral services will be private. Interment will be in the Lyndon Center Cemetery.

, age 84, a Lyndonville resident, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. Born December 13, 1923 in Sutton, son of the late Archie R. & Lucille (Barker) Gray. He grew up in the Sutton area. He married Jeannette M. Stevens, June 29, 1946 in Barton. Dale worked as a meat cutter for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, horse racing, horse pulling, doing puzzles, and was an avid recycler, working every Saturday at the Lyndonville Recycling Center. He was involved with the Caledonia County Fair, and was a faithful member of the Sutton Grange and the Northeast Coon and Cat Club. Dale is survived by Jeannette, his loving wife of nearly 52 years; four children, Clint & Mary Gray of Sutton, Beth & Bob Townsend of Lyndonville, Constance Charron of East Burke, Susan & Randy Friend of Sutton; 13 Grandchildren; 25 Great Grandchildren; 3 sisters, Ruberta King of Lyndon, Norma Stevens of Oakland, AL, Alfreda Bumps of West Haven, CT; Sister-in-law Clara Gray of Lyndon; several nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Judith Damon, brothers Fred Gray and Wayne Gray, and 2 infant siblings. A funeral Service will be held Wednesday, 2:00 PM at the Sutton Freewill Baptist Church, with Pastor David Colwell officiating. Interment will follow in the Sutton Village Cemetery. Calling hours will be Tuesday evening, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Pearsons Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made in Dales name to Northeast Coon and Cat Club, 125 Stevens Rd, Brownington, VT 05860.

, age 66, a Lyndonville resident passed away following a lengthy illness Thursday, November 6, 2008 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born in Newark, New Jersey on September 30, 1942 a daughter of Frank and Florence (Parker) Zilkowski. She married Daniel M. Holbrook on September 10, 1961 in Slyguild, North Carolina. For Mary, her family was her life; her four children, thirteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Mary who was always joking with her family and friends would say that she sailed with Christopher Columbus, merely by changing the order of the numbers of her birth year to 1492. Mary is survived by her husband, Daniel M. Holbrook of Lyndonville; children, Denise Taylor of Lyndonville, Dawn Holbrook and companion Steven Gingras of Sheffield, Danielle Holbrook and companion Sean Grace of Burlington, David Holbrook and wife Josephine of North Augusta, SC; grandchildren, David Taylor and companion Ann Descoteaux, Mary Lou Taylor and companion Jason Dupell, Daniel Taylor, C.J. Caron and companion Hannah Casterline, John Sheehy and companion Moranda Pivonka, Heather Kendall and brother Richard Kendall, Keisha Gingras, Kyle Gingras, James Gingras, Terry Holbrook and companion Nicole Allen; great grandchildren, Isaiah, Damien and Makayla Holbrook. A private family service will be held. There will be no public calling hours.

, age 68 a Sheffield resident passed away peacefully in her sleep Sunday, June 1, 2008 at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital following a lengthy illness. Janet was born February 1, 1940 in Providence, RI. She is the daughter of George and Helena (Dufresne) Nadeau. She married Lowell R. Huff, April 8, 1961 in Rhode Island., she enjoyed gardening and cooking. Janet worked as a registered nurse for many years she retired from the VA Hospital in providence, RI in 2001. She is survived by her husband Lowell of Sheffield, five children, Douglas & Holly Huff of Foster, RI, Kathleen & Todd Eaton of Westerville, OH, Gregory & Joey Huff of West Warwick, RI, Kenneth & Louise Huff of Tecumseh, OK, Christopher Huff of Coventry, RI; sisters, Helena Cavanagh, Lorraine Ledlie, Irene Hague, Doris Oberg, Sister M. Denise Nadeau, brother Paul Nadeau. 10 grandchildren 1 great grandchild. She was predeceased by a infant son Matthew Huff, and one sister, sister Beatrice Marie Nadeau. A Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, June 11, 11:00 AM at St. Philips Catholic Church in Greenville, RI.

, age 76, a Lyndonville resident passed away Thursday, May 29, 2008 at the Veterans Affairs Medical center in White River Junction. Peter was born July 24, 1931 in Boston, MA. Son of the late Peter W. and Wilhemina L. (Boehme) Kelly. He married Marilyn Sparre, January 28, 1961 in Dorchester, Massachusetts. Peter worked as an Electronic Technician all his life. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, he served in the US Army ASA during the Korean Conflict, was a life member of the VFW Lyndonville Post #10038 and American Legion Post #30 Lyndonville, also served as Unit Commander of the Northeast Squadron, Civil Air Patrol for many years, and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Peter is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn of Lyndonville, 7 children, June Kelly and companion Chris Powers, Peter Kelly and wife Kelly, Mary Liberty, Ralph Kelly and wife Angela, Alice Ruffner and husband Robert, Grace Parenteau and husband Paul, Michele Kelly and companion Ethan Marion; several nieces and nephews. Pete enjoyed his 20 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild and loved to spend time with them. Peter was predeceased by a brother Gerard. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday Evening, June 2, 5:00 PM at St. Elizabeth Church, with Rev. Jon Schnobrich, celebrant. Calling hours will be Sunday Afternoon from 4:00 pm till 6:00 pm at Pearsons Funeral Home. Interment with Military Honors will be Tuesday, June 3, 11:00 am in the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Randolph, VT Memorial contributions may be made in Peters name to the VA Medical Center Chaplain Services, 215 N. Main St., White River Jct., VT 05009 or the ALS Assoc. Northern New England Chapter, The Concord Ctr. 10 Ferry St. Suite 438 Box 314, Concord, NH 03301

, a Lyndon resident passed away Monday, December 1, 2008 at the Pines Health & Rehab. Center at the age of 86 . She was born June 2, 1922 in Sutton. She is the daughter of the late Archie R. & Lucile (Barker) Gray. She graduated from Lyndon Institute Class of 1940. She married Everett L. King on February 22, 1946 in West Burke. He predeceased her in 1995. Ruberta enjoyed cooking especially with her grandchildren, sewing, gardening, bird watching, Sunday drives with her family, rocking on the front porch. Her family was her life, she will be greatly missed. Ruberta is survived by her two children, Patricia Richmond and husband Doug of Underhill, Don King of Concord; 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren; two sisters, Norma Stevens of Oakman, OK, Alfreda Bumps of West Haven, CT; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Visiting hours will be at Pearsons Funeral Home Wednesday, December 3, between the hours of 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be at the Lyndonville United Methodist Church Thursday, beginning at 1:00 pm, with the Rev. Barbara A. Dwyer, officiant. Interment will be in the spring in the Hillside Cemetery, West Burke. . Memorial contributions may be made in Rubertas name to The Pines Health & Rehab. Activity Fund, 601 Red Village Rd, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, age 91, a true Vermonter and lifelong resident of Sutton and West Burke, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2008 in Church Hill, Tennessee. Born January 21, 1916 in Barton, VT, son of the late Eldon and Estella LaClair, he married Frances Lawson. She predeceased him February 4, 2004. In his early years he worked in the C. C. Camps, and went on to become a farmer and logger in Sutton and West Burke. Francis followed his wife to Delaware where she taught school. As he had a strong love for farming and logging, he worked the farmers market selling fruits and vegetables in their seasons, and Christmas trees during the holidays, before retiring to Ocala, FL. He enjoyed card playing and golf. Francis is survived by five children and three step children, Keith LaClair and wife Nancy of New Castle, DE, Kermit LaClair and wife Diane of Williston, VT, Brenda LaClair of Jefferson, VT, Jean Dotzler and husband Dan of Church Hill, TN, Ted LaClair and wife Maria of Newark, DE, Richard Simpson and wife Tania of Glendale, CA, Rev. Barbara Dwyer and husband Reg of Lyndonville, VT, Marilyn Angiyou and husband Paul of Purvungnituk, QC, Canada; a brother, Wayne LaClair of Summerland, FL; several grand-, great- and great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Kenneth and a sister, Marilyn Wheeler. Graveside services will be held Saturday, July 11, 11:00 am at the Sutton Village Cemetery, with the Rev. Barbara A. Dwyer, officiant.

, a lifelong Lyndonville resident, passed away Monday, August 25, 2008 at The Pines Health & Rehab Center at the age of 92. Charlie was born March 18, 1916 in Lyndonville to Orlen and Annie (Burrington) Lang. He graduated from Lyndon Institute Class of 1934, he was a Postal Clerk at the Lyndonville Post Office and retired after many years of service. Charles married Erma Grapes on September 16, 1939 in Lyndonville, she predeceased him in 1987. Charlie served in the US Navy during WWII. He enjoyed Morgan horses, spending time with his grandchildren, and rides through the Vermont countryside with his beloved dog, Jimmy. Over the years, he attended all the LI sporting events and loved hiking with his many friends from the Half-Fast Mountain Climbers. He loved animals, people, Vermont history, he knew and loved most everyone and they loved him. Charles is survived by a daughter Lois Williams and husband David of Lyndonville; five grandchildren . Marc Williams and companion Nicole, Traci Davis and husband Jim, Erin Williams, Ryan Williams and wife Alicia, Julie Levering and husband Andy; seven great grandchildren; a sister, Althea Meilleur and husband Edward; several cousins nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a son David in 2004; a brother George Lang and his wife Ruth; nephew Bryan Meilleur. A graveside services will be held Thursday, August 28, 2:00 P.M. at the Lyndon Center Cemetery, with a close friend John Emery, officiant. Memorial contributions may be made in Charlies name to the Lyndon Historical Society @ P.O. Box 85, Lyndon Ctr., VT 05850 or the Lyndon Institute Alumni Assoc. @ Lyndon Institute Alumni Office, P.O. Box 127, Lyndon Center, VT 05850

, 29 of St. Johnsbury, VT passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 1, 2008. He was born October 5, 1978 in Burlington, VT. The son of Michael and Marge Carter of West Burke and Reggie Chamberlain of North Carolina. Derick is survived by his parents, fiancé, Sabrina Miller and his son, Derick Morse, Jr. (5) and daughter, Elizabeth Morse (2); a sister, Dawn Sanborn and family; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and many more people that cared and loved him so much. He was predeceased by his brother, Danny Morse in 1998. He worked for Gils Construction in St. Johnsbury for 8 years. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. He loved going to the races and collecting NASCAR #3 and #29. He also enjoyed spending time with family. Graveside services will be held Saturday, July 5, 1:30 pm in the Sutton Village Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Pearsons Funeral Home Saturday from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Derick and Elizabeth Morse Educational Fund c/o Michael & Marge Carter @59 Gaskill Hill Rd., West Burke, VT 05871.

, 97, passed away February 2, 2008 at the Pines Health & Rehab Center, after a period of declining health. She was born December 16, 1910 in Hartford, CT, to Ralph A. and Marion (Moses) Sanford. She attended schools in West Hartford and graduated from Wm. H Hall High School. She later moved to Simsbury where she raised her family. She and her husband owned Chas. E. Murray Co., a boat and marine supply store in Simsbury. They enjoyed boating and spent many hours on the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound. She was a good water skier and also liked to snowmobile. Frances and her husband moved to McAllen, TX when they retired, purchasing orange and grapefruit groves. After the death of her husband, she lived for a time in Wisconsin with her son John and daughter-in-law Barbara Murray. Ten years ago she moved to East Lyndon, VT to make her home with her son Sandy and daughter-in-law, Donna Murray. She joined the First Congregational Church in Lyndonville and for a time sang in its choir. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles E. Murray and sister, Mary E. Sanford. She is survived by her sister, Clara Goldbeck of Simsbury; three sons, C. Sanford (Sandy) and daughter-in-law Donna S., East Lyndon, John E. and wife Barbara of Visalia, CA, Ralph D., of Meriden, CT; five grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; a niece and nephew. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at the First Congregational Church in Lyndonville Saturday, February 9, 2:00 P.M. with the Rev. Sidney J. Lambert, officient.

, a former resident of Pelham, NH and current resident of Newark, VT, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, at the age of 85. Born December 16, 1922 in New York City, NY, he was the son of the late William C. & Antoinette Otto. William worked in the field of photocomposition for Compugraphic Corp. as a Systems Engineer, Photo Typesetting and print page markup Instructor. He was also a Newark Vt. Volunteer Firefighter. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII as a communications specialist. He attained the rank of Sgt, was stationed in India and China, and completed many missions over the Himalaya Hump. He married Mary E. Kelly in June of 1950, who predeceased him on March 21, 1997. William was a member of the VFW Lyndonville Post 10038. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and snowmobiler, who also enjoyed camping and traveling. William is survived by two children, Ed Otto and wife Chrysanthe of Henniker, NH and Elizebeth Otto of Mont Vernon, NH; 4 grandsons, Nathan, Matthew, Joseph, and Evan; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his older brother Walter. A graveside service with Military Honors will be held Saturday, May 3, 11:00 A.M. in the Woodmont Cemetery, East Burke. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the: "Veterans Transportation Fund" c/o Dr. John Spicer Veterans Administration Clinic Littleton Regional Hospital 580 St. Johnsbury Road Littleton NH 03561

, age 66 of Lyndonville passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born, July 21, 1942 in St. Johnsbury. He is the son of Everett and Bernadine (Marcotte) Perkins. He married Kathleen E Moulton on August 2, 1964 in Groton. He served in the US Army. Bob was a "jack of all trades" but enjoyed his many years as a Community Outreach Worker. Bob loved spending time with his family, they were the love of his life, he enjoyed helping others, was active in politics for many years, enjoyed hunting and fishing before his health prevented him. Bob is survived by his loving wife of nearly 44 years, Kathleen of Lyndonville; his children and their spouses and families, daughter, Robin and Robert Pugh their children Echo Perkins & fiancé Joshua Szymanik, Mallory Pugh, Christine Pugh, Russell Pugh; son Rob & Konda Perkins their children, Samuel Perkins, Benjamin Perkins; foster daughter, Rose & Barry Small their children, Mark Faust, Jr. and friend Jessica, Amanda & Shawn Bolio, Kasey Small; great grandson, Adam Bolio; his mother Bernadine. The family requests that memorial contributions be made in Bobs name to the Bob Perkins Memorial Fund c/o Passumpsic Savings Bank, 497 Railroad St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. Calling hours will be held Thursday, July 31, from 6:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. at the Pearsons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Friday, August 1, 1:00 P.M. at the Union Baptist Church with Rev. Rick Menard, officiant.

, age 93, a resident of Sheffield, passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at her home. The daughter of Walter and Clara (Baker) Bumps, she was born November 7, 1914 in Island Pond. She married Alvah O. Perkins, and worked with him on their farm for several years. She also worked as a cashier at Randalls Market in W. Burke, and at Pierce Pharmacy in Barton for 10 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, flower gardening, watching the birds and eating dessert. Evelyn is survived by a daughter, Caroline Hill and her husband Kevin of Sheffield; two grandchildren, Jeffrey Hill and his wife Terri of Sutton, Nicole and her husband Eric of Sheffield; one great-granddaughter, McKayla. She was predeceased by her husband in 1972; three brothers, Henry, Cecil and Ward Bumps; and one sister, Katherine Sample Bumps.

passed July 23 at Brookside Nursing Home in Wilder, surrounded by her three daughters She was predeceased by her husband Ralph, and is survived by her daughters Diane Placey, Lynda Colton, Judy Placey, five grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. Born February 23, 1921 in West Stewartstown, NH to Fay and Amy Richardson. She attended schools in West Stewartstown and later Mc Indoe Falls Academy. She married Ralph Placey on July 31, 1940, and worked in Bridgeport CT as part of the war effort while Ralph served overseas in the U.S. army. She later joined her husband in Port Townsend WA when he returned stateside to finish his enlistment. The couple returned to settle in St. Johnsbury Center. An avid gardener, Mrs. Placey and her husband were known for their extensive gardens on their Stark District Road farm. She enjoyed bowling competitively for many years, traveling to tournaments in Florida, Arizona, and Washington. Graveside services will be held at St. Johnsbury Center Cemetery at 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 26, 2008.

died peacefully on November 13, 2008 with family and friends at her side. Born August 18, 1924 in Lawrence, MA, she graduated from high school, became an RN through the Cadet Corps of Nurses and worked for a year on an Indian reservation in Washington State before returning to New England. She married John Joseph Powell in Salem Center, NH, on January 5, 1947. They lived in North Reading, Chelsea, and then settled in Saugus, MA where they raised their six children. Bernice worked as an RN, retiring in 1986. She worked in hospitals and nursing homes. She had a desire and determination to bring changes that would make nursing homes more comfortable, more resident friendly. When an elderly neighbor was ill, Bernice volunteered as a private nurse, tending to her until her death. She was a 4-H leader while her children were growing and went to night school to increase her learning. She was a camper. She and her husband took their family on many summer camp-outs in northern New Hampshire and New York. Their favorite locations were in the White Mountains. She had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to laugh. She often hummed her favorite hymns while doing her housework. An avid gardener, she always had a garden to work in. As a crafter she made dresses for her young daughters. She knitted and crocheted throughout the years. Among her crafts, she made baby sweaters and bonnets for her grandbabies. She loved working with plastic canvas, and she made many wall hangings, baskets, Christmas ornaments and even toys. Bernice loved the Lord. She had a deep faith that sustained her throughout her life. She rose early in the mornings to read from her Bible and pray. She was the wife of the late John Joseph Powell, Sr., of Malden, MA, and has also been predeceased by her four brothers. She leaves behind her six children, Robina Powell of St. Johnsbury, John Powell, Jr. and his wife Judy of Wheelock, Diane Leslie of Haverhill, MA, Kathy Vose and her husband Ken of Keene, NH, Edward Powell of Las Vegas, NV, and Patricia Allan and her husband Maurice of Sheffield. She also leaves behind 16 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. She also leaves behind cousins, nieces and nephews. There will be a graveside service at the Riverside Cemetery in North Reading, MA on Friday, November 21, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. In lieu of flowers, you are invited to make donations to the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Activities Program or the American Cancer Society.

, of Lyndonville, passed away Monday, July 21, 2008 at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital at the age of 91. Doris was born and raised in Wheelock on April 16, 1917. She is the daughter of Willie and Lena (Noyes) Mitchem. She married Clinton H. Randall, spending most of their lives in East Lyndon raising their family. Doris worked as a Nurses Aide many years at the Darling Inn and then as a Nurses Aide and Cook for many years at Pine Knoll. She enjoyed spending time with her family and family outings. She also enjoyed sewing, needlework, reading, and riding on the train to visit family in NJ. Doris is survived by two children and their spouses, daughter, Nancy & Merton Leonard of West Burke, son, Ronald & Sue Randall of Sevierville, TN; 6 grandchildren; several great- and great-great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Catherine Randall Kartrude of Lake Worth, FL; a special niece, Helen Bowen of Newport Center. She was predeceased by her husband, Clinton, on October 31, 1995. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Caledonian Home Health at 161 Sherman Dr., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

, 77, died peacefully on December 17, 2008 at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital after a long illness. Joan was born at her grandparents farm in Concord, VT on September 2, 1931. She was the daughter of William and Nila (Morton) Virtue. Joan graduated from Littleton High School in 1948 and married Howard D. Shawney in Bethlehem, NH in May 1950. Joan enjoyed growing up on her grandparents farm among her many aunts and uncles. She had a great love of nature and enjoyed outdoor activities with her family and friends. After over 30 years of service with AT&T, Joan and her husband retired to Danville, VT where she enjoyed watching the beautiful mountain views and wildlife. Joan was predeceased by her husband Howard in 1988. She is survived by her daughter Gail Denio of Laconia NH; her son Steven Shawney and his wife Lisa of Northwood NH; four grandchildren Mark and Adam Denio and Kristen and Kaitlyn Shawney; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. A graveside memorial service will be held in the spring in Littleton, NH. In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions can be made to the Danville Rescue Squad, 379 Brainerd Street, Danville VT 05828.

, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2008 at he St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab. Center. She was born in Newport, VT in 1915, one of six children to Benjamin and Marjory Pomeroy. She graduated from Newport High School and Lyndon Normal School. During those years she taught dancing with her two sisters. She taught school in Lyndonville and St. Johnsbury and married Robert Sherrer of Lyndonville. In 1950 they moved to Miami, FL where she taught in the Miami Dade County School System for many years. During those years she earned her Masters Degree in Education from the University of Vermont. She later became a supervisor of student teachers at the University of Miami. Upon retirement she moved back to St. Johnsbury where she lived over 20 years at the Brightlook Apartments. Josie was a member of the North Congregational Church, UCC, member of the United Workers of that Church, past President of the St. Johnsbury Womens Club, honorary member of Delta Kappa Gamma and member of the Seed and Weed Garden Club of St. Johnsbury. She was also a member of the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital Auxiliary for a few years. Josie was predeceased by her husband, Robert, brother, Paul, and sister, Mildred. She is survived by a brother, Robert of Derby, sister, Louise Devereaux of Lyndonville, sister, Frances Parker of Tavares, FL; many nieces and nephews; and two very special friends, Barbara Norris Allen of Delaware, and Mannie Laverde of St. Johnsbury. A graveside service will be held Saturday, July 11, 1:00 pm at the Lyndon Center Cemetery, with the Rev, Jay Sprout, officiant Memorial contributions may be made in Josies name to either the North Congregational Church at 1325 Main St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819, Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium at 1302 Main St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum at 1171 Main St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

, born Donald James Singer Born in Bethel, Connecticut, November 19, 1929, the son of the late John and Mary Singer of Danbury, Ct., died December 31, 2008 at his home in East Burke, Vermont, with his loving wife, Victoria, at his side. Kurt received a B.S. from Western Connecticut State University and an M.A. from Yale, where he was a John Hay Fellow and a Fellow of Calhoun College. Kurt joined the faculty of Lyndon State College in 1964 where he was the American Literature specialist and also taught Advanced Composition, Shakespeare, Modern Fiction and Modern Poetry. He served as chairman of the English department for many years, retiring in 2002. In 2007, the Vermont State Colleges board of trustees conferred emeritus status upon him. Kurt was a poet and had published a number of collections, including: Lyrics, Laments, and Some Words for Dead Americans, Widows and Aging and Other Poems. He is survived by his wife, Victoria of East Burke, Vt., his first wife Dorothy Singer of South Burlington Vt, and five children: Lisa and her husband Ken Miller of Jericho, Vt., Haydn Singer of Colchester, Vt., Erika and her husband Tom Reeves of Newtown, Ct., Tristan Singer of Essex, Vt. and Stephanie Singer of Burlington, Vt. He is survived by 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother John Singer, age 85, of Riverdale, Georgia and his grandson Mark Reeves, age 8, of Jericho, Vt. The children of Kurt Singer invite friends to meet at the Pearsons Funeral Home, Monday January 5th from 5-7pm.

, age 78, a lifelong East Burke resident passed away suddenly Sunday, November 16, 2008 at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. Born May 30, 1930 in Lyndonville, he is the son of the late Joseph & Effie (Stickney) Tower. David spent his childhood in East Burke. He graduated from St. Johnsbury Trade School in 1949. He attended Lyndon State College graduating with a teaching degree. He enlisted in the US Army in November 1949 serving during the Korean Conflict in Germany and Korea. He married Thelma Brockney on July 10, 1955 in St. Johnsbury. David owned and operated David Tower Construction in East Burke, he taught as a school teacher in Bridgeport, Wheelock and Concord Schools. He was an active member of the East Burke Congregational Church, serving as a Deacon, and sexton, seeing that the Church was cleaned and cared for, for many years. David was a member of the VFW Lyndonville Post #10038 and the American Legion Lyndonville Post #30. He served the Town of Burke for many years on the Zoning Board. David is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Thelma Tower of East Burke; four children and their spouses, Linda and Frank Harran of Mary Esther, FL, Larry and Elaine Sargent, Paul, Jr. and Patsy Tower both of East Burke, Kim and Paul Downing of Kirby; 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren; a brother, Maurice Tower and wife Janet of East Burke; his faithful dog Benji. He was predeceased by his parents and brother, William Tower. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening November 19, between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00 PM at Pearsons Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Thursday, November 20, 11:00 AM at the East Burke Congregational Church with the Rev. Jennifer Geary, officiant. Interment will follow in the Woodmont Cemetery, with Military Honors. Memorial contributions may be made in Davids name to the East Burke Congregational Church.

, age 87 of Sutton passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at the Pines Health & Rehab. Center in Lyndonville, VT. Born August 6, 1920 in Sorel, Quebec, Canada he is the son of Felix and Parmelie (Chalifoux) Valois. He married M. Bernadette Paquin, August 11, 1951 in Barton. Duffy was a machinist working in CT and for Vermont Tap & Die; prior to becoming a machinist, he was a farmer in Sutton and East Albany. He was a devout Catholic serving with the Knights of Columbus at St. Pauls Catholic Church in Barton. Duffy was an avid fan of the Yankees and Montreal Canadians; he loved animals. He especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren grow up, family gatherings and going to B & W in Barton for a clam dinner on Sundays after church. During his stay at the Pines, he became known for his love of singing as he would fill the halls with different tunes from days gone by. He was known for his good nature and humor and always made the staff smile. Duffy is survived by his loving wife of nearly 57 years, Marie of Sutton, children, Mark J. Valois and companion Lori Phillips of Lyndonville, Monique Ball and companion Chad Tibbetts of Lyndonville, son-in-law, Russell Ball of West Burke; grandchildren Kyle & Brielle, Mark A. Hall and companion, Carissa of West Burke & Christopher A. Hall and companion Danae of Lyndonville; sisters Agatha Boutin of Barton, and Claire Souliere and husband Wesley of Becket, MA. He was predeceased by two sisters, Helen Guay and Theresa Casavant, all of Springfield, MA, brother, Didace Buster Valois of Warren, MA A funeral mass will be celebrated Friday, May 16, 11:00 A.M. at St. Pauls Catholic Church. Calling hours will be Thursday evening from 6:00 PM till 8:00 PM at Pearsons Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to The Pines Activity Fund, 601 Red Village Road, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

of Lyndonville died at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center, Sunday, December 21, 2008. Marion was born in Glover, Vermont on April 16, 1912, the daughter of George and Goldie (George) Anderson. On June 20, 1936, she married Urban Christopher Wakefield in Craftsbury, Vermont. A graduate of Craftsbury Academy and Northampton Junior College, she was a Business Education teacher at Peoples Academy in Morrisville (1943-1946) and at Lyndon Institute from 1957 until her retirement in June of 1974. She served for several years on the Board of Judges of Columbia University Scholastic Press Association. She learned Braille and transcribed many books for their two younger sons during their high school, college, and graduate school years. Always interested in crafts of all types, she qualified for juried membership in the Historical Society of Early American Decoration. From 1951 to 1954 she conducted classes in that craft, under the Vermont Adult Education Program, in Derby, Derby Line, Newport, Barton, St. Johnsbury, and Lyndonville. As a result of her interest in genealogy, she wrote two books, Remember the Days and Calico. Marion held offices in the Vermont State and Caledonia-Southern Essex Retired Teachers Associations and the Shadow Lake Association in Glover, the Lyndonville Village Improvement Society, and the Chelsea Womans Club. She was a life member of the Eastern Star, Coral Chapter, No. 16 in Morrisville. As a member of Epsilon Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma International, she held office at the State and Chapter level. In 1998, she was given an Alpha Lambda Achievement Award. She gave generously of her time presenting programs for many organizations and Elderhostel groups at Lyndon State College. In 1985, in recognition of their service to the community, Marion and her husband, Urban, were honored as Citizens of the Year by the Rotary Club and the Lyndonville Chamber of Commerce. With all her many interests, she always gave top priority to her church and served in many capacities during her many years of membership in the United Methodist Church: Sunday School teacher, and Superintendent, Lay Leader, and Lay Speaker. She served as church secretary for 19 years. She was active in the United Methodist Women. She is survived by Urban, her husband of 72 years. She leaves four children: a daughter, Deanna Stowell and her husband Norman of Wilmot, New Hampshire; Dayton and his wife Sarah, of East Middlebury, Vermont; Douglas and his wife Judy, of North Arlington, Virginia; and Dana and his wife Pamela, of Denver, Colorado; a sister-in-law Carolyn Fernandez of Morrisville, Vermont; 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She also leaves several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held Monday, June 8, 11:00 AM in the Lyndonville United Methodist Church. Interment will be at 2:00 PM in the Anderson Cemetery in Glover. Memorial contributions in Marions name may be made to the Lyndonville United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 543, Lyndonville, VT 05851

, 92 of West Burke passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born April 9, 1916 in Battle Creek, Michigan to the late Ferd and Dora (LaPan) Wells. Alton was raised in Island Pond where his father worked on the railroad. He attended Bellows Free Academy in St. Albans, Vermont and worked for A.G. Patte in Milton, Vermont. He was a decorated Sergeant in WWII entering the Army in 1941; he fought in North Africa, Sicily and Italy. On December 20, 1947, he married Leah Gray who predeceased him in October 2002. Alton and Leah made their home in East Burke, where he worked at the East Burke Mill, and then moved to West Burke where they raised their three children Raymond, Andrea and Fred. Alton then worked for Vermont Tap & Die and Northeast Tool before retiring. He was an avid hunter, trapper and angler who took great joy working outdoors especially in the woods. Altons favorite place was on a pond, at his camp in westmore or at home with his family, who he loved dearly. Survivors include his three children and their spouses, Raymond & Louise Wells of St. Johnsbury, Andrea and Roger Whitcomb of West Burke and Fred and Linda Wells of St. Johnsbury. His grandchildren Scott and Letissia True of West Burke, Susie and Travis Reed of Sheffield, Kristin and Gene Benton of Sutton and Bethany Whitcomb and her companion Rich Charron of Kirby. Four great-grandchildren, Devin True, Shelby and Kiele Benton and Wyatt Reed. Several step grandchildren, great-grandchildren and two nephews, James & Richard Wells, and their families. His cat Annie-Chlo also survives him. his parents, a brother Eldridge along with his tw sons, George & Robert, and two infant sisters Edith and Laura, predeceased him. Memorial contributions in Altons memory may be made to SAD-SAC, P.O. Box 8, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. Private family graveside services will be held in the Spring at Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond.

, age 79, a lifelong St. Johnsbury Center resident, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2008 doing what he enjoyed, looking at the Fall colors. Born January 29, 1929 in St. Johnsbury to Lyle and Ester Weston, he was one of 3 sons and 5 daughters. He attended area schools, and married Virginia Badger. Fred was a dairy farmer all his life. He also helped the late Leo Bean on his farm in St. Johnsbury and later in Danville. He enjoyed fishing, eating out with family and friends, playing cards and spending time with the children. He liked to work and keep busy. Even with his limited education, he was able to figure out and repair most anything. He loved going to the races. He is survived by a daughter and her husband, Sandra & David Bedor, Sr. of Lyndonville; 11 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; 3 sisters, Lorna of CT, Mable of MA, and Ester of St. Johnsbury Ctr.; 1 brother, Jack-Rupert of Danville. Many nieces, nephews and family members by marriage to include Susan & Robert Philbrook of St. Johnsbury. He was predeceased by siblings Norris, Mary and Lyle. A memorial graveside service will be Wednesday, October 15, 2008, 12:30 PM at the St. Johnsbury Center Cemetery. There will be no calling hours.

, age 77, of St. Johnsbury, passed away Monday, June 30, 2008, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born Jan. 20, 1931, in Barnet, she is the daughter of the late Warren S. and Maude (Douglas) Chapman. She graduated from Danville High School class of 1949. Theda married Cecil A. Williams Jan. 12, 1950, on the McDowell Farm in Danville. She enjoyed her family, family gatherings, church functions, the Goss Hollow Homemaking group, and flower gardening. Theda is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Cecil A. Williams of St. Johnsbury; two daughters and their husbands, Diane and Paul Lamont of St. Johnsbury, Dawna and Joseph Johnson of Pottersville, N.Y.; daughter in law, Tammy Williams of Sheffield; six grandchildren, Amanda Fenoff and husband Trent, Jamie Lamont, Bryana Williams, Dylan Williams, Jessica Pearsons, Cody Pearsons; and two great grandchildren, Riley Fenoff, Madisyn Lamont. She was predeceased by a son, Kevin M. Williams; brothers, Max Chapman, Loren Chapman; and sister Thelma Benedict. A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 3, 11 a.m., in the Passumpsic Community Baptist Church located at 4331 U.S. Route 5 South, Passumpsic, with the Rev. Steve Clark, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in Theda's name to either the Passumpsic Community Baptist Church Memorial Fund at P.O. Box 126, Passumpsic, VT 05861. Or the Caledonian Home Health & Hospice at P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.