, 83, of Dalton Road, Dalton, N.H., passed away on Friday, Sept. 28, 2007, at his home, in the company of his family. Ray was born on Nov. 13, 1923, a son to Floyd and Katherine (Elliott) Bartlett in Littleton, N.H. He attended area schools. Ray was employed as a foreman for the Saunders Brothers Lumber Mill for 44 years and was the fire chief for the town of Dalton for 33 years. Surviving family members include his wife, Joy (Amy) Bartlett of Dalton, N.H.; four daughters, Bonnie Jones of Ocala, Fla., Joanne and Duane Gilman of Lunenburg, Vt., Sally and Brian Young of East Concord, Vt., and Cindy Brown and her fianc?, Bob Lund, of Lunenburg, Vt.; two step-sons, Bruce Holbrook of Falmouth, Maine, and Wayne and Sharon Holbrook of Littleton, N.H.; 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Calling hours were held on Sunday, Sept. 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Pillsbury Funeral Home located at 101 Union St. in Littleton. A graveside service will be held in the Cushman Cemetery in Dalton on Monday, Oct. 1, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Ernest Wilkins officiating.

, 82, formerly of Woodland Drive, Barre, Vt., died Friday, Sept. 28, 2007, at the Deutsches Altenheim, German Centre for Extended Care, in West Roxbury, Mass., of Alzheimer's disease. Eloise was born in Websterville, Vt., on May 13, 1925, one of 10 children of Alphonse and Anna (Pruneau) Blanchet. Alphonse's ancestors were some of the first French settlers to arrive in Quebec in the 1660s, and he came to Vermont from Quebec in his teens. Anna's parents had immigrated to Vermont from Quebec early in life. Eloise was the fourth of their six daughters who survived infancy. One sister, Hazel, died at home at the age of 15 of typhoid fever, when Eloise was nine. Eloise always remembered Hazel's death and that a bird had hit the window that day. Eloise told her daughter that her mother, who had been the oldest of 18 children, had cooked and cleaned for their large family and sewn all their clothing, but Eloise had not learned any of these skills from her mother. She said that when she married, she did not have any idea how to cook or what to buy for food. She became a wonderful cook, however, and an accomplished knitter. For holiday dinners, she enjoyed making foods that her mother had cooked, such as tortiere at Christmas and pearled onions at Thanksgiving. She always sent her children home after the holidays with extra goodies she had cooked that she knew they especially liked. Eloise attended elementary school in Websterville and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1943. After graduation, she worked in the law office of Kio Granai until her marriage to Edmon N. ("Ebbie") Craige, on June 15, 1946. Eloise began working again, part time, in the 1960s for the state of Vermont unemployment and social welfare offices, until some time in the 1980s. She also worked briefly as a teacher's aid in the Barre Town Elementary School. Eloise had not been able to attend college, but had always wished that she could have studied to become a teacher. Eloise met Ebbie at a dance at Joe's Pond, in West Danville, Vt., after high school. They dated while Ebbie served in the U.S. Army Air Corps, writing to each other daily, while Ebbie earned his pilot's wings and later traveled to Europe under the Marshall Plan. They married at Kio Granai's home in June 1946 and honeymooned at Joe's Pond, where Ebbie had spent summers at his family's camp since he was a young boy. Eloise and Ebbie enjoyed their own camp at Joe's Pond for all of their married life. In their early years together, Eloise water-skied around Joe's Pond on Ebbie's shoulders. She last water-skied in 2000 at age 75. Eloise and Ebbie celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1996 with a trip to Europe. Ebbie died just four months shy of their 55th anniversary on Feb. 1, 2001. Eloise and Ebbie lived most of their married life in Barre. They also enjoyed a memorable home, when Ebbie was at the University of Vermont, alongside Barre friends in the UVM trailer community for World War II veterans and their wives. They lived in southern California, again with a number of Barre friends and family, from 1957 to 1960. Over the years, Eloise enjoyed getting together with friends to play cards and enjoy potluck picnics, often at Joe's Pond, contributing her signature potato salad and lemon squares. She also enjoyed crossword puzzles and reading the newspaper, with a keen eye, and commentary, on the politics of the day. Eloise was a much loved and devoted mother and "Mimi" to her grandchildren and loved seeing her children and grandchildren right up until the end of life, despite her difficult illness. Eloise took several trips with her daughter's family to Quebec and Stowe, skiing late into her seventies. Eloise enjoyed her 80th birthday in 2005 in New York City with all of her children and grandchildren at the home of her son, Jim, and his family. Eloise moved to Westview Meadows, in Montpelier, Vt., in June 2004 and to an assisted living home near her daughter in October 2006. She moved to the Deutsches Altenheim home in February 2007. Eloise recognized at each stage that she needed more care, and she willingly moved and helped her family in any way that she could to make each transition. She received wonderful care at Westview Meadows and Deutsches Altenheim, endearing herself to staff and fellow residents. During the final year of her life, she was able to be with her daughter almost daily. She spent the final hours of her life with her three children. Eloise's survivors include one daughter, Anne McNay, and her husband, Colin, of Brookline, Mass.; two sons, Steve Craige, of Stamford, Conn., and Jim Craige and his wife, Leslie (Day), of New York City; six grandchildren, James, Seth and Eliza McNay, of Brookline, Mass., and Angus, Ellie and Parker Craige, of New York City; three sisters, Edith Muldoon, of Manchester, Conn., Shirley Kelty, of Websterville, Vt., and Sylvia MacKenzie, of Penfield, N.Y.; one brother, Albert Blanchet, of Barre; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters, Hazel Blanchet and Loretta Libercent; one brother, Russel Blanchet; and two infant siblings. Her funeral service will be held Tuesday, Oct. 2, at 10 a.m., in the Barre Congregational Church in Barre. Burial will be made in the Wilson Cemetery in Barre Town, following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Deutsches Altenheim Foundation, 2222 Centre St., West Roxbury, MA 02132.

, 93, died peacefully at home in Sugar Hill, N.H., on Monday, Sept. 24, 2007. She was born on April 1, 1914, on Staten Island, N.Y., the daughter of Selma Anna Wuttke Meyer and Richard Johann Meyer. She was a graduate of Staten Island Academy and Briarcliffe College. After her marriage to Ernst Edmund Glaessel in 1938, she lived first in Germany and then returned to live for many years on Staten Island. Her parents established roots in Sugar Hill in 1941, where she and her family spent summers and holidays, and in 1971, she and her husband moved to Sugar Hill permanently. She traveled widely with family and friends, including a trip to China while in her '70s, and enjoyed sailing with her husband, with whom she won an international award for a long-distance sail. She also loved sailing with friends on both coasts. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed playing bridge and reading. She took particular joy in entertaining family and her many friends throughout the years. She was well known for her civic-minded activities and dedicated many hours and energies to several community organizations. While living on Staten Island she worked with groups including Head Start, the Staten Island Hospital, and the Society for Seamans' Children. She also served on the board of the Staten Island Academy for many years. During her years in Sugar Hill, she was again involved with numerous organizations, including the White Mountain Garden Club, where she served as president; the Willing Workers Society, where she served as treasurer for many years; the Conservation Commission; the town of Sugar Hill, and the White Mountain School, where she was a board member for many years. She was also a member of the Profile Club and the Friday Club in Littleton, N.H., for numerous years. She was predeceased by her husband, Ernst; her son, Ernst Jr.; her sister, Gertrud Ziegler of Nassau, the Bahamas; and her brother, Richard of Savannah, Ga. She is survived by her daughters, Edna Ann Hartmann and husband, George, of Palos Verdes, Calif. and Sugar Hill, N.H., and Eleanor Glaessel-Brown and husband, Joseph, of Boston, Mass.; five grandchildren, Sara Carter and husband, Jack, of Lafayette, Calif., Jonathan Hartmann of San Francisco, Calif., Heidi Miller and husband, Steve, of Littleton, Colo., Katherine Brown of New York, N.Y., Alexander Brown and wife, Susan, of Boston, Mass.; and five great-grandchildren, Alexis, Cole and Connor Miller and Katherine and Jack (Jace) Carter. A private burial service will be held in Sugar Hill, N.H. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Willing Workers Society of Sugar Hill, c/o Edith Aldrich, 16 Center District Road, Sugar Hill, NH 03586.

, 55, of Marshfield, Vt., died from breast cancer on Sept. 20, 2007, at the Vermont Respite House in Williston, Vt. She was born Aug. 28, 1952, in El Paso Texas, to Charles M. Jones and Dorothy G. Clark. As an "Army brat," Carolyn lived in 23 places before the age of 17, including Central and South America. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in science and education from Lesley College in 1980 and received her master's degree in technology from the University of Pennsylvania in 1982. She also attended Goddard College from 1980 to 1982. Carolyn had a career in education and computer technology, working in mixed media production as well as teaching preschool for 10 years. After moving to Vermont in 2000, she worked as the director of Distance Learning for the Vermont Institutes for Science, Math and Technology, which included developing programs for 77 Vermont high schools in such unique topics as heart dissection and an underwater connection to the Titanic. During her lifetime, she also was a Middle Eastern belly dancer, performing during the Philadelphia bicentennial, and an "improv actress" in TV and movies. Carolyn had a passion for singing and participated in Village Harmony singing tours to the Republic of Georgia and Sicily. She recently formed a hospice choir in Central Vermont, and also was a radio programmer for WGDR in Plainfield. She also enjoyed knitting and spinning, the outdoors, philosophizing with friends, and being with children. She was a focal point for many in the Marshfield/Plainfield community, having the gift of being able to bring together people from diverse interests. Carolyn is survived by her daughter, Rebecca Jones Rutenberg of Haverford, Pa.; her father and step-mother, Charles and Estelle Jones of Greenwich, Conn.; two sisters, Susan Jones D'Arbanville of Goleta, Calif., and Christine Jones of Silver Spring, Md.; her brother, Charles M. Jones III and his wife, Gretchen Jones of Danville, Calif.; and her niece, Kate Jones of Danville, Calif. She is also survived by her dog, Lucy; her cat, Sheeba; and many close friends in Vermont and elsewhere.

, 27, of Rutland, Vt., died unexpectedly Monday morning, Oct. 1, 2007, at his residence. He was born on Aug. 4, 1980, in St. Albans, Vt., and grew up in Richford, Vt., and moved to Whitefield, N.H., at an early age. Mr. Chalifoux graduated from White Mountains Regional High School in 1999. He relocated to Rutland in 2004 where he has been employed by the Hannaford's Grocery Store and the Sears Store in the Electronics Department. Mr. Chalifoux enjoyed computers, movies, reading and video games. Survivors include his mother, Denise (Fournier) Dexter and stepfather William, both of Pittsford, Vt.; his father, Richard Chalifoux and stepmother Mary of Benson, Ariz.; a sister, Renee Chalifoux of Rutland; a brother, Norman Chalifoux of St. Albans; maternal grandmother Lucienne Fournier of Franklin, Vt.; paternal grandmother Celina Chalifoux of Richford; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by grandfathers Andre Chalifoux and Adelard Fournier. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Aldous Funeral Home, 44 North Main St., Rutland, VT 05701. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Paul Chalifoux Memorial Fund, 1098 US Route 7, Apt. 1, Pittsford, VT 05763 or to the Rutland County Humane Society Inc., 765 Stevens Road, Pittsford, VT 05763.

, 83, formerly of Sheffield, Vt., and Northford, Conn., died Friday morning, Oct. 5, 2007 at her residence in Lyndonville, Vt. She was born in Dungannon, Northern Ireland, on Feb. 4, 1924, the daughter of the late William and Mabel (Wilson) Miller. She reminisced fondly of her youth in Ireland, hiking, and hostelling during the early war years. On Sept. 13, 1947, she married William J. Aiken. They emigrated to Iowa, returned to Ireland and then settled in Connecticut. In 1977 they built a home and moved to Sheffield. Mrs. Aiken was active in the Sheffield Federated Church. She had been a community volunteer in Connecticut and Vermont. In Vermont she volunteered with the hospice program of Caledonia Home Health Inc., the RSVP program, and the Union House Nursing Home in Glover. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, gardening, and feeding and watching birds and wildlife. She had a full, wonderful life and will be missed greatly. Survivors include two sons, Paul Aiken and his wife Alethea of Wallingford, Conn., and Kenneth Aiken of Boston; two grandsons, Brian and Scott Aiken of Connecticut; two brothers, Jim Miller and his wife, Margaret, of New Zealand, and George Miller and his wife Marie of Moline Ill.; a sister, Eunice Russell of Shippensburg, Pa.; her sister in-law, Dorothy Gilman of Northern Ireland; nieces, nephews, and several good friends. She was predeceased by a son, Trevor Aiken in 1976; her husband, William Aiken in 1998; a brother, Samuel Miller; a sister, Laura Heaney; and a brother in-law, Howard Russell this past August 31. Funeral services will be held Monday, Oct. 8 at 2 p.m. at the Sheffield Federated Church with the Rev. Tim Pittman officiating. Friends may call on the family Sunday afternoon from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial and committal services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 9, at 11 a.m. in Northford Cemetery in North Branford, Conn. Donations in Mrs. Aiken's memory may be directed to, Caledonia Home Health Inc., P. O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

yielded to death in Littleton, N.H., at her Riverglen House apartment on Sept. 28, 2007, at the age of 90. She was the widow of A.R. (Tony) Vetter, the daughter of the late Carl Addison and Vera McGahey, and the sister of Carl Herbert and Robert Bradford. She was the mother of Joan McGilvray of Montreal, Barbara Belz of Franconia, N.H., and Catherine West of Ann Arbor, Mich. Dorothy was a native of Denver, Colo., where she lived for 86 years and was a faithful and tireless member of St. John's Cathedral, the Mayflower Society, the Colonial Dames, the Junior League of Denver, the Denver Country Club, the University Club, Tuesday Morning, and, not least, the Sewing Club. She studied at the University of Colorado, graduated from Wellesley College with the class of 1939, and throughout her life remained, via both study and practice, a devoted enthusiast of art in all forms and from all eras. She was a dog lover, a world traveler and an inveterate collector of both treasure and trash. She is survived by her daughters; their husbands James, Carl and Edward; grandchildren Ian, Kate, Portia, Emily, and Hannah; grandchildren-in-law Chris, Dave and Cara; and great-grandchildren Claire, James, Charlotte, and Rachel, all of whom will carry the memory of her abiding sense of humor and unique view of the world. Services will be held at St. John's Cathedral, Denver, at a later date.

of St. Louis, Mo., formerly of Lyndonville, Vt., died on Aug. 28, 2007. A local celebration of Marge's life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at noon at the Burke Hollow Meeting House in Burke Hollow, Vt., with a potluck gathering for family and friends to follow at Lyndon Outing Club in Lyndonville. All are welcome. A full obituary will appear at a later date. Contributions in her memory may be made to: The ALS Foundation, St. Louis Regional Chapter, 2258 Weldon Parkway, St. Louis, MO 63146; or to MDA/ALS Division, 345 Marshall Ave., Suite 101B, St. Louis, MO 63119.

, of St. Johnsbury Center, Vt., died peacefully Sunday afternoon, Oct. 7, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, at the age of 50. A complete notice will follow in the next edition of this paper.

, age 86, a Lyndonville, Vt., resident, passed away Sunday, Oct. 7, 2007, at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center following a lengthy illness. Born Oct. 24, 1920, in Newark, Vt., he was the son of the late Wallace and Ruth (Sandelin) Hudson. He attended graded school in Newark, Vt., and high school in Brighton, Vt. He received additional schooling from UVM and correspondence schools. Noah married Barbara Kellaway on Nov. 14, 1945. Noah began working for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service in Poultney, Vt., in 1945. Work took him to Manchester Center, Vt., and Bennington, Vt. In 1957, he transferred to Montpelier where he retired in 1985. In 1998, he and Barbara moved to Lyndonville. Noah was always interested in town government. He served as a moderator, lister, and auditor for Newark, and an auditor and a moderator for 30 years in Berlin, Vt. He was an associate member of the First Congregational Church of Berlin and served as a deacon and trustee. He was a member of the Lyndonville First Congregational Church; a member and past master of Adoniram Lodge 42 in Manchester Center; Adoniram Chapter 18, Manchester Center; the council in Springfield, Vt.; commander in Bennington; Cairo Shrine in Rutland, Vt.; treasurer of the Berlin Historical Society; president of the Berlin Corner Cemetery Association; chairman of the Winooski Natural Resources Conservation District; president of the Washington County Credit Union (NARFF); and a member of the Lyndon Historical Society. Noah loved gardening, trout fishing, golfing and spending time at his Newark property. Noah is survived by his loving wife of nearly 62 years, Barbara K. Hudson of Lyndonville; a sister, Ruby Hosford of Springfield; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; two brothers, Hilbert and Prosper; and two sisters, Una and Thelma. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, Oct. 10, at 2 p.m., at the Lyndonville First Congregational Church, with the Rev. Dereen Abernathy and Sidney Lambert officiating. Interment will follow in the East Haven Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Noah's name may be made to the Lyndonville First Congregational Church at P.O. Box 193, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, longtime resident of 261 Sunset Drive in St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, at the Leahy Clinic in Burlington, Mass., from complications resulting from a transplant operation at the age of 68. Dave was born in Nanticoke, Pa., on Jan. 8, 1939, the son of Thomas and Eva (Bruzina) Stebelus. His father passed away in 1961. His mother survives him and resides at Michaud Memorial Manor in Derby Line. He served four years in the U.S. Air Force in the late 1950s. It was in the service he learned about refrigeration. On Aug. 19, 1961, David and Fredericka Harbaugh were married. Dave operated Eastern Vermont Refrigeration, selling and servicing commercial refrigeration throughout Vermont and New Hampshire. The 24-hour needs of farmers were particularly special to David and he prided himself in responding to their milk refrigeration needs. Dave enjoyed his family and the family get-togethers. The family camped at Beaver Trails and Rogers Campground in Lancaster ever since the kids were little. Camping led to some wonderful, lasting friendships. What pleasure he took in his little dog Mandy. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church and the Elks BPOE 1343. Besides his mother, he is survived by his wife, Freddie (Harbaugh) Stebelus; one son, Michael Stebelus and fianc?e Darlene of Peacham, Vt.; one daughter, Turie Sorrell and husband Michael of Concord, Vt.; two grandchildren, Matthew Magoon and Nicholas Whitcher; and two stepgrandchildren, Jesse Remick and Jodi Sorrell. He is also survived by the Freddie's brother and sisters and their families: Ruth and John Carroll, Bernadine and Paul Belknap, Russell and Judy Harbaugh, Jeanette and Clinton Libby, Marion and Bob Veilleux. On March 4, 1987, he was predeceased by a daughter, Tonya Whitcher. A funeral Mass will be celebrated this Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday evening 5-8 p.m. and will conclude with an evening vigil service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to The Good Shepherd Foundation, PO Box 146, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

of St. Louis, Mo., went peacefully home to the Lord on Aug. 28, 2007, after a courageous struggle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Marge was born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., on Sept. 13, 1942, the daughter of Ernestine F. and Robert H. Ronan Sr. She attended grade school at Mt. Hunger School and graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1960. In 1961, she married Robert LeBlanc and they had two daughters. He passed away in 1977. In 1994, she married Gerry Amies. She was a member of St. Timothy's Episcopal Church in St. Louis and was active in the ALS Association and the Muscular Dystrophy Association. She was very talented in the arts and writing and loved being involved in crafts. She is survived by her loving husband, Gerry Amies; her daughters, Kelly (LeBlanc) Davis and her husband, Kenny of South Wheelock, Vt., Kathy (LeBlanc) Kauffman of St. Charles, Mo., Anne-Marie (Amies) Oelschlager and her husband, Brant of Seattle, Wash.; and son Simon Amies of St. Louis, Mo. Also surviving are her mother, Ernestine Ronan of Concord, N.C.; her sister, Betsy (Ronan) DeLaBruere and her husband, Robert Sr. of St. Johnsbury; her brothers Robert Jr. of Surfside Beach, S.C., and Jeffrey Sr. and his wife, Linda of Concord, N.C.; her grandchildren, Kerri LeBlanc, Chelsey and Cortney Davis, Luke and Chloey Kauffman, and Kurt, Matthew and Lincoln Oelschlager; her great-grandchildren, Hannah and Christopher Baker; and special friends Brigitte Gutsche, Sharon Kralicek, Tom and Sandy Bradley, Jerry Radloff and Don Finger; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her father, Robert H. Ronan Sr.; her first husband, Robert LeBlanc; and her granddaughter, Kaisie Davis. A memorial service was held Sept. 22, 2007, at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church in St. Louis with her friend, the Rev. Jack Fleming, officiating.

, 87, of Bath, N.H., died Oct. 8, 2007, at the Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill, N.H. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time, however, a complete funeral notice will appear in the Wednesday edition of the Caledonian-Record.

, 89, of State Street, Groveton, N.H., died peacefully Monday, Oct.. 8, 2007, at Country Village-Genesis Elder Care Center in Lancaster, N.H., with his loving family by his side. Born in Ontario, Canada, a son of Herve and Marie (Mercier) Boudrias, he has been a resident of Groveton since 1951 coming from La Redemption, P.Q. Before retiring he worked many years for James River Corporation, retiring at the age of 62. He was a member of the St. Marguerite d'Youville Parish, St. Francis Xavier Church and the Knights of Columbus 4th Degree. He was also a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose. Urgel loved to cook, play cards and Bingo, go fishing, hunting and gardening. He was a loving husband and father and will be missed by all who knew him. Mr. Boudrias is survived by his wife of 69 years, Adrienne (Charest) Boudrias of Groveton; one daughter, Raymonde Bilodeau and her husband, Donald of Lancaster, N.H.; one son, Louis Boudrias of Groveton; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by three sisters and three brothers. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 10, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Armstrong-Charron Funeral Home in Groveton, with the reciting of the Rosary at 7:15 pm. A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, Oct. 11 at 11 a.m., at the St. Marguerite d'Youville Parish, St. Francis Xavier Church in Groveton with Father Daniel Deveau, pastor officiating. Burial will follow in the Northumberland Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in Mr. Boudrias' name to St. Marguerite d'Youville Parish at St. Francis Xavier Church, P.O. Box 247, Groveton, NH 03582 or the Groveton Ambulance Corp., C/O Sandra Mason; 7 Arlington Ave.; Groveton, NH 03582 or the Week's Home Health; 278 Main St, Lancaster, NH 03584.

of St. Johnsbury Center, Vt., lived with her cancer until she died peacefully Sunday afternoon, Oct. 7, 2007, surrounded by family and friends at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital at the age of 50. She was born May 7, 1957, in St. Johnsbury, the daughter of Donald and Dorothy (Morrison) Coombs. Diane graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1975. Diane worked as a licensed nurse's aide at St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center for 18 years, for a short while at a nursing home in Massachusetts, and later at The Pines in Lyndon. After her father's stroke, Diane became his primary caregiver and has cared for her mother for the past several years as well. Diane liked to make people laugh and smile and bring out the positive side in them. She enjoyed quiet walks and watching the wild ducks behind Center Tower with her father. She collected angels in which she believed. She faithfully attended both her son's school and sporting events. Survivors include her two sons, Blakely Jenkins II of St. Johnsbury and Michael Sumner Jr. of St. Johnsbury Center; her mother, Dorothy Coombs of St. Johnsbury Center (PO Box 63, 05863); her sister, Lynn Root and husband Terry of Lebanon, N.H., and children Justin, Patrick, and Megan; her brother, Kenneth Coombs and wife Sheryl of Concord, N.H., and children Justin and Allison; several close friends, including her aunt Lorraine Lauren and her family of Star Lake, N.Y., Jeannie Blake of West Burke, Vt., Flossie Mathewson of St. Johnsbury, and Tammy Tinkham of Groton, Vt. She was predeceased by her father Donald Coombs on Oct. 6, 2004. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Oct. 11, at 11 a.m., at the North Congregational Church. Pastor Sally Chamberlin, a close family friend, will officiate. Burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Wednesday evening 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions made in Diane's memory may be directed to Norris Cotton Cancer Center, (marked for Lung Cancer Research), Attention Amy Stansfield, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756.

, formerly of East Hartford, Conn., and most recently of 254 Summer St. in St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away very peacefully Tuesday morning, Oct. 9, 2007, at the age of 87. He was born Sept. 29, 1920, in Conway, N.H., to Constance Rose Mayhew and Charles Franklin Lebroke. After graduating from Kennett High School in Conway, he served in the Navy during World War II in the South Pacific. For many years he was employed at Pratt and Whitney Aircraft in East Hartford, Conn. Bill was active in the Masons and the Methodist Church in East Hartford. The things he loved most in life were traveling, family, and friends. In St. Johnsbury, the Labrokes were fond of taking walks in the neighborhood and enjoying meals at the Senior Meals Site at the St. Johnsbury House. He is survived by his wife, Jean (Smith) Labroke of St. Johnsbury; daughter Linda Desrochers and husband Robert of St. Johnsbury; son David Labroke of East Haddam, Conn.; three grandchildren, Emma, Julie, and Sam Desrochers; one sister, Dorothea Lane of Whitinsville, Mass.; and nieces, nephews, and in-laws. He was predeceased by two brothers and a sister, Charles 'Toke' Lebroke, twin brother Rodney Willard Lebroke, and Halcyone Gilman. Here in St. Johnsbury, Linda and Bob Desrochers invite people to their home on 254 Summer St. Thursday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. for a time of sharing and remembrances. On Friday, in East Hartford, Conn., visiting hours will be held at the Newkirk and Whitney Funeral Home on 318 Burnside Ave. from 5 to 7:30 p.m. followed by a prayer service led by Pastor Gary Richards. Burial will be at the Conway Village Cemetery sometime this fall. Memorial contributions may be directed to Caledonia Home Health, P.O. Box 3838, St. Johnsbury.

, 87, of Bath, N.H., died Monday, October 8, 2007, at the Grafton County Nursing Home, North Haverhill, N.H., surrounded by his family. He was born in Bath, July 21, 1920, the son of Leon and Ethel (Libby) Laundre. He was a graduate of Bath High School. Sam married Lottie A. Griffin in June 1942. He was a dairy farmer and logger and also worked for William "Bill" Houston in Bath for more than 35 years. Sam was a lifelong resident of Bath and a former member of the Swiftwater Grange, and will always be appreciative of the generosity and friendship of his friends and neighbors. He loved nature, and working in the woods with his horse "Rip." He was predeceased by his wife, Lottie A. Laundre on June 13, 1988. Survivors include two daughters, Peggy A. Cole and husband Earle, and Joyce A. Roy and husband Norman, both of Bath; a foster daughter, Jodi Smas and husband Scott of Tempe, Ariz.; five grandchildren, Kathy Mitton, Anita Robbins, Debbie Simano, Jo-Ann Roy and Shawn Roy; five great-grandchildren, Savannah Mitton, Jeffrey Robbins, Mayghan Simano, Brooke Simano and Austin Roy. A calling hour will be Wednesday, Oct. 10, from 7 to 8 p.m., at the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. The funeral service will be Thursday, Oct. 11, at 11 a.m., at the Ricker Funeral Home, with the Rev. Lyn Winter officiating. Burial will follow at the Bath Village Cemetery, Bath, N.H. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to North Country Home Health and Hospice, 536 Cottage St., Littleton, NH, 03561, Grafton County Nursing Home, 3855 Dartmouth College Highway, North Haverhill, NH, 03774, Friends of Bath, C/O Beverly Woods, P.O. Box 165, Bath, NH, or to Bath Congregational Church Women's Fellowship, c/o Diana Ash, Bath, NH, 03740.

, 90, of Island Pond, Vt., died peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2007, at North Country Hospital in Newport, Vt. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2007, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad St. in Island Pond. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at the St. James Catholic Church in Island Pond with the Rev. William Morgan celebrating a Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow at the Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond.

, 84, of Brownington, Vt., passed away Sunday, Sept. 30, in Vancleave, Miss. Bernice had been a resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast for the last six years. She was born in Brownington, Vt. She taught school for 32 years, 22 of which were in the same classroom in the Passumpsic School House of the Barnet School System. Bernice was an Army Air Corps Veteran who served in the Alaskan Division during World War II. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Edna Gray; six brothers and sisters, Marion Corriveau, Russell Gray, Merrick Gray, Olive Achilles, Burney Gray and Robert Gray. Survivors include two daughters, Betty Gray of Vancleave, Miss., and Nita Teriwillger of Greer, S.C. Services will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 16, at 11 a.m. in Lyndon Center Cemetery.

, 58, of Newark, Vt., formerly of East Glastonbury, Conn., died unexpectedly on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, at home. Born June 6,1949, in Hartford, Conn., son of the late Dr. Dwight E. and Frances (Way) Weir, Lee lived most of his life in Glastonbury before moving to Vermont in 2002. Prior to his move, Lee was a member of the East Glastonbury Volunteer Fire Department Co. No. 3. He was an avid NASCAR fan and horseshoe player and loved feeding his birds. Lee was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. He leaves behind three brothers in Connecticut; and his family he followed to Vermont, Tina, Randy and Lee's special little Cori, and his friend Brad. He has made many friends while in Vermont. He was employed at the West Burke Quick Stop for the past three years. A service will be held at the Newark Street Church on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at 2 p.m. and preformed by the Rev. Bob Potter. Lee will be buried in East Glastonbury, Conn., in the family plot. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Newark Volunteer Fire Department.

, "Milt" 95, of Bethlehem, N.H., passed away Sunday, Oct. 7, 2007, at Littleton Regional Hospital. He was born in Provincetown, Mass., and grew up in Fall River, Mass., where he graduated from Bradford Durfee Technical Institute with a degree in Textile Engineering. He moved to Littleton, N.H., in 1934, where he worked for the New Hampshire State Department of Highways as a land surveyor. On Sept. 14, 1935, he married Edna Mary Church of Littleton. When he went to work as a hydro engineer for New England Power in 1940, they moved across the river to East Barnet, Vt. After Pearl Harbor, they both proudly enlisted in the military "for the duration" (of the war). Edna went into the Marine Corps and Milt into the Navy. He was stationed in various military hospitals caring for the wounded from the European Theater. After the war, they returned to East Barnet where Milt resumed his 38-year career with New England Electric System. In 1978, Milt and Edna retired to Bethlehem, N.H. He was an active Mason all his life (32nd degree). He also belonged to the Littleton Mens' Club, Kiwanis Club and worked with the Boy Scouts. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and hunting. He was an avid mountain climber and was a proud member of the Appalachian Mountain 4000 Club. He was a passionate naturalist and conservationist, working actively with the AMC, Long Trail, Audubon Society and local groups to preserve and protect nature's beauty. After he retired, he taught mountaineering at the White Mountain School and attended classes at Lyndon State College. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Susan and John O'Neal of The Colony, Texas; his grandson, Tucker; and great-granddaughter, Jaida of Burlington, Vt.; and cherished friends, Rachel and Brian Charland, of Bethlehem. He was married to Edna Church Kay for 48 years. She predeceased him in 1983.

, died Oct. 10, 2007, of cancer, at 90 years of age, at North Country Hospital in Newport, Vt. She was the widow of Lawrence G. Sackett (d.1990). Mrs. Sackett was a life-long resident of Island Pond, Vt. She is survived by her two sons, Bill Sackett of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, and Donald Sackett of Island Pond; as well as by five grandchildren, Mrs. Sydney (Sackett) Williams of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Sandra Inutiq of Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada, Sonia Sackett of Irasburg, Vt., Lawrence Inutiq-Sackett of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, and Jessi Sackett of Island Pond. Mrs. Sackett was the daughter of William George Baird and Anastasia Cecelia (White) Baird of Island Pond and was predeceased by her husband, Larry Sackett; and by her five brothers and sisters, Lucille, Donald, Muriel, Bernard and Bernadette. Dorothea Sackett was a teacher by profession. She graduated from St. Mary's High School in Island Pond in 1933, and from Farmington College in 1935. She began her teaching career at a one-room school house in Norton, Vt., at the age of 18, where she taught for two years. She recalled having 19 students in eight grades, and communicating in French with those who were learning in second-language English, all in one room, which she took in stride as that was the norm of the times. She said there was no electricity in the building, the bathroom was an outhouse, and the janitor fired up the stove in the morning. She was paid $18 a week, and boarded with a family in Avril, spending weekends with her parents in Island Pond. From 1937 to 1942, Dorothea Sackett taught grades 1 and 2 at the Canaan public school, again boarding with a local family. She taught at the Brighton School starting in 1947. Thirty-three years after graduating from St. Mary's she returned there to take a teaching position from 1966 to 1969, which saved the elementary school from shutting down for lack of staff. She traveled by train to Louisiana to marry Lawrence Gideon Sackett on July 2 of 1942. They were married at Camp Claiborne, in Alexandria by the camp chaplain and spent several days together in New Orleans before her husband shipped off to World War II in Europe. They would not see one another again until the fall of 1945 after the war. Mrs. Sackett went to work in 1942 at Pratt and Whitney Aircraft in Hartford, Conn., to contribute to the war effort. The plant built engines for bombers. She did administrative work on an all-night shift, living at a near-by rooming house with a group of friends, returning to Island Pond when the war ended. Dorothea Sackett's children and grandchildren take immense pride in her achievements. At a time when very few women entered institutions of higher learning, she graduated both from high school and from what was then called Teachers College. It is no small feat that she not only achieved this, but did so during height of the Great Depression. Her teaching methods were far ahead of their time and her dedication to her profession, her family and her Roman Catholic faith was selfless. She was an unshakable optimist to the end, constantly telling those around her, "Look at the bright side." Dorothea Sackett was one of the last of the group best described as "The Great Generation." All who knew her are saddened by her passing. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday Oct. 12, 2007, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad St. in Island Pond. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at the St. James Catholic Church in Island Pond with the Rev. William Morgan celebrating a mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow at the Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond.

of St. Johnsbury passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, at the age of 85 at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital after several years of failing health. Born Jan. 4, 1922, in St. Johnsbury, he was the son of the late Alphonse and Sarah (Raiche) Fournier. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Carol, and his four children, Marie Hardy and her husband, Reg; Tommy and his fiancée, Deborah; Claire Iby and her husband, Jack; Rachel Reeder and her husband, Jeff. He also is survived by his four step-daughters, Diana Chamberlin and her husband, Denis; Jackie Reed and her husband, Delbert; Christie Parker and her husband, Bill; Cathy Beattie and her husband, Marty. He is additionally survived by a brother, Julien; a sister, Teresa Mudgett; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by 12 brothers and sisters. Frank lived and worked his entire life in the St. Johnsbury area. He work for Purina Mills, for the town as a police officer, and then for the highway department. Later in his life he worked for Lyndon State College in maintenance, which he loved. His final job was as a volunteer at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center, where he was distinguished as Volunteer of the Year in 2001. Frank proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1945. He fought in World War II with Company D, 172 Infantry Regiment, 43rd Wing Division and was awarded two Bronze Stars. He was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. Besides motorcycling, hunting and fishing, Frank enjoyed hiking with his wife as members of the Appalachian Mountain Club. He was a long-time member of the Caledonia Field & Stream Club. Frank loved the outdoors and feeding "his" birds in the back yard. He lived a long and happy life. At Frank's request there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Frank's name to: The West Barnet Senior Meal Site c/o Audrey Bogie 150 Whitehill Road E. Ryegate, VT 05042

, 81, of St. Johnsbury, Vt., died peacefully Saturday evening, Oct. 13, 2007, at his home with his family by his side. He was born April 13, 1926, in East St. Johnsbury, Vt., son of the late Charles H. and Julia (Longmore) Babcock. George graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1945. George entered the U.S. Marine Corps and served during World War II in the South Pacific and later was called back to duty during the Korean conflict. He was a life member of the V.F.W. Post 10038 of Lyndonville, Vt., and the D.A.V. A dairy farmer in South Kirby, Vt., for 20 years, George also worked at The Caledonian-Record for nearly 30 years as the third pressman, retiring in 1991. He then worked at EHV Weidmann on the green team and later for security completing 10 years there. Following retirement, he enjoyed salmon fishing on Lake Ontario for several years. He also enjoyed local fishing and hunting most of his life. He could be seen walking his dogs several times a day in the neighborhood. Survivors include his son, George A. Babcock Jr. and his wife Bonnie of Virginia Beach, Va.; four sisters, Barbara Babcock of St. Johnsbury, Vera Shastany of Concord, Vt., Ruth Brown of St. Johnsbury, and Alice Steinmuller and husband William of Florida; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, whom he married in 1955, Marion F. (Emerson) Babcock in 1978; two brothers, Robert and Charles Babcock; and two sisters, Priscilla Simpson and Clementine Brown. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 20, at 1 p.m., at the Lyndonville VFW Post 10038, (located on Hill Street Extension) with close family friend Mr. Reed Garfield officiating. Burial will be in Grove Cemetery in East St. Johnsbury, Vt. Memorial donations made in his memory may be directed to Caledonia Home Health Inc., P. O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or to the charity of one's choice.

, 82, Plainfield, Vt., passed away Friday, Oct. 12, in Woodridge, N.H. Marion was born in Plainfield Nov. 13, 1924, the first born child of Neal and Alice (Wheeler) Thomas. During a long illness, she had shown much courage and her faith had never wavered. Her family moved to Cabot where she attended both elementary and high schools. A farming family of six children, Alton Thomas of St. Johnsbury, Vt., Nettie Searles of Cabot, Perley Thomas and wife Helene of Barre, Vt., and Audra Burroughs and her husband Clifton of Marshfield, Vt. A brother, Hugh Thomas, is deceased. She attended the Cabot United Church, sang in the choir and met her first husband, Henry Barnett (deceased). They were married Nov. 15, 1939, and had seven children. Surviving children are Elizabeth Jayne Colgrove of Cambridge, Vt., and Wallace Earl Barnett of North Carolina. Deceased are Henry Eugene Barnett Jr. ( 17 years), Lavina "Bonnie" Lamonda (59 years), Elizabeth Jane Barnett (3 weeks), Russell Hugh Barnett (42 years), and Chester Lewis Barnett (29 years). She was a devoted mother who cared a great deal for her children and grieved the loss of each child deeply. She has 13 or more grandchildren and more than 16 great-grandchildren who were her pride and joy in the last days of her life. She married Charles Fisher, now deceased, of Montpelier, Vt., and worked as a tireless volunteer for the Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 792, Brown Johnson, in Montpelier, was a Gold Star Mother, department president and state president for the state of Vermont during the time her son, Wallace, served in Vietnam. At the time of her death, she had been a member for 40 years. She also worked for the American Legion in Montpelier, and the Veterans Administration Hospital of White River, Vt. Our soldiers' service to their country and receiving support from the people back home was very important to her. Tending to their disabilities at the VA was a great service. Also important was her faith in God. She attended the Faith Assembly of God Church on Trow Hill in Barre, and the Church of God of Prophecy in Marshfield, Vt. During her illness, she always referred to the scriptures for encouragement and strength to get her through the tough times. She worked hard all of her life, driving a milk truck with her husband for the farmers of Cabot Creamery, working at the Gilman Paper Mill. She was a nurse's aide at several nursing homes, helping on the family farm and so much more. She especially liked to crochet, read, do cross word puzzles, drive cars to Florida, spend time with her companion, Sam, a white poodle, and a parakeet. Memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 20, 11 a.m., in Cabot Village Cemetery, Cabot. Contributions in Marion's memory may be made to the Cabot Ambulance service, Cabot, VT 05647.

, 99, of Irasburg, Vt., passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Oct. 12, 2007. He was born in Newport Center, Vt., on Dec. 25, 1907, the son of Charles and Henrietta (Brown) Cutting. He was an avid farmer and loved farm life. Harold's life centered around his family and farm. He married Gladys (Donaldson) Cutting on Oct. 17, 1931, who predeceased him on Oct. 17, 1995, on their 64th wedding anniversary. Harold and Gladys farmed for many years in Newark, Vt., after they were married and later farmed in Irasburg since 1965. His devoted grandson, Allen, has carried on the farm operation when he was no longer able to do so. He leaves his four children: daughters, Mary Corbett of Middlebury, Vt., Florence Stowell and her husband Clayton of Coventry, Vt., Barbara Lawson and her husband William of Irasburg; and his son, Donald Cutting and his wife, Lynette of Irasburg. He leaves 10 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by three sisters, two brothers, and two great-grandsons. At his request, there will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at the family plot in Newport Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of one's choice.

, 79, formerly of Woodsville, N.H., who died on Aug. 29, 2007, in Ames, Iowa, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 20, at 1 p.m., in Pine Grove Cemetery in Woodsville, N.H.

, 86, Woodsville, N.H., died Oct. 12, 2007, at the Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill, N.H. Ruth was born in Attleboro, Mass., Oct. 12, 1921, a daughter of Matthias and Catherine (Lahey) Galligan. She graduated from Attleboro High School in 1939 and married Newton J. Lang on April 27, 1946. A Woodsville resident since 1946, she had worked as a waitress and for various businesses in town. She had also been the receptionist at the former Larty Oil Company in Woodsville. Prior to her retirement, she was a nurse's aide at the Grafton County Nursing Home for 16 years. Ruth was a communicant of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and a member and past president of it's women's club. She was also a member and former president of Ross-Wood Auxiliary Unit 20 American Legion of Woodsville as well as being a member of the Woodsville Progressive Club and Golden Circle Senior Citizens. Ruth was a passionate Red Sox and Celtics fan. She enjoyed word search puzzles and watching her favorite game shows and soap operas. Ruth faithfully wrote weekly letters to her family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Newton, on July 23, 2001, and by two sisters and a brother. Survivors include four sons, Robert Lang and wife Shirley of Piermont, N.H., Thomas Lang and wife Patricia of Landaff, N.H., Major Paul Lang and wife Brenda of Barrington, N.H., and Stephen Lang and wife Terry of Woodsville; five grandsons; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Ann Galligan of Attleboro; a brother, Charles M. Galligan of Wareham, Mass.; a special cousin, Edna (Lahey) Nelson of Attleboro; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours will be on Tuesday, Oct. 16, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H., with a prayer service at 8:45 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 17, at 1 p.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, with the Rev. Daniel J. Sinibaldi officiating. Burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Bath, N.H., will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 21 Pine St., Woodsville, NH 03785 for the construction of a ramp for accessibility.

, 89, of East Lyndon, Vt., died peacefully on Oct. 13 at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, Vt., with her family at her side. Zelda was born in June 11, 1918, in St. Johnsbury to Alfred Cox and Iva Davidson Cox. Her childhood years were spent in East Lyndon except for two years in Chesterfield Hollow (Mudd Hollow). She graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1937. On Sept. 5, 1938, she married Leland Simpson and moved to the Wilder Farm in East Lyndon where she spent the rest of her life. Zelda and Leland had four children, Timothy James, Wilder Leland, Carolyn Joyce and Gilbert Arthur. She worked hard on the farm, a true farmer's wife, involved in everything from milking cows to driving trucks. She had considerable strength and stamina to show for it. Zelda considered herself fortunate to help raise her many grandchildren, whom she always filled with great love and encouragement. She was beloved to them all, as well as to many nieces, nephews and god children. She was active in Ladies Home Demonstration, a 4-H leader and a member of Eastern Star. During Leland's 14 years in the state Legislature, she enjoyed her time in Montpelier and was an active member in the state Legislative Auxiliary. She held several jobs over the years at Maple Grove, Fabrictown and Lyndon Institute among other places. She enjoyed her trips to Alaska, Hawaii and England. Zelda was a woman of deep faith, and a member of the Lyndonville Methodist Church. Recently, she and Leland took great pleasure in holding church Bible study at their home. She was a talented gardener, who cultivated many beautiful and bountiful gardens. She enjoyed quilting, and developed unique necktie quilt designs. She also enjoyed watching the Red Sox and football, and playing cards. She particularly treasured the time she spent with her husband, Leland. The two joyously celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary in September. She took comfort and delight in time spent with all her family and her many dear friends. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her husband Leland; son Wilder Simpson and his wife Mary; daughter Carolyn Simpson, all of Lyndonville; son Gilbert and his wife Joanne of Guatemala; and daughter-in-law Sara Simpson of Lyndonville. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, including Tim Simpson and his wife Angela and daughter Zee (named for her great-grandmother); Beth Hahr and husband Greg and their children Molly, Abby and Meghan; Susan Simpson and partner Deborah Lowe; Christine Motyka and husband Jason and children Avery and Owen; Jessica Simpson and husband Justin Krause and sons Wilson and Benjamin; Erin Campbell and partner Pete Foster, and children Kristina and Conner; Glen Simpson, Ginny Simpson and children Greg and Kristy; Jeffrey Simpson and wife Melanie and son Nathan; Cathy Endes and husband Morey and children Joshua and Tessamae; Lynn Frisby and husband Jerome and daughter Amelia; Michael Simpson and wife Tammy. She is survived, as well, by sisters Hazel Dwinell and Leah Smith; brother Maynard Cox and sister-in-law Sarah Cox. She is predeceased by her son Timothy Simpson; her sisters, Louise Cox and Ruth Rivers; and brother Elmer Cox. A memorial service will be held at the Lyndonville Methodist Church on Thursday, Oct. 18, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Barbara A. Dwyer officiant. Memorial contributions may be made in Zelda's name to the Lyndonville United Methodist Church Missions Fund at, P.O. Box 543, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, 82, of Ballston Lake, N.Y., died peacefully at home on Oct. 14, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., the beloved daughter of Carl Remick and Mabelle Jane Miles Remick. Growing up on a farm, she enjoyed ice skating and began driving at an early age. She was once the Powder Puff Auto Racing champion of Vermont. Helen was married on Aug. 16, 1958, to Richard S. Moore. A devoted wife and mother, she took pride in taking care of her family. A talented artist, she loved to cook, enjoyed playing Bingo and spending time in the Adirondacks. Helen bowled for sport for 50 plus years, continuing her competitive league play until recent years. Helen was predeceased by her sisters, Bernice Perkins and Ruby Jones and her brothers, Raymond and Duane Remick. Survivors include her husband, Richard S. Moore; a son, Carl S. Moore and his wife, Nancy of Sterling, Mass.; her daughter, Kimberly J. Moore and her husband, Paul Benaquista of West Glenville, N.Y.; two brothers, Glen Remick of Greenfield, Mass.; and Eugene (Betty) Remick of St. Johnsbury, Vt.; a sister, Elinor (Lionel) Daigneault of St. Johnsbury, Vt.; and four cherished grandchildren, Elliot and Emily Moore of Sterling, Mass., and Andrew and Rosaire Benaquista of West Glenville. Memorial services will be held at the Glenville Funeral Home, 9 Glenridge Road on Thursday, Oct. 18, at 7 p.m. Family and friends are cordially invited and may call from 6 to 7 p.m., one hour prior to the service. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205 or the Schenectady Hospice, 1411 Union St., Schenectady, NY 12308.

, 72, died Oct. 6, 2007, at his home in Midwest City, Okla., surrounded by his family and friends. He was born May 23, 1935 in Omaha, Neb., to George and Helen Pezdirtz. A graduate of the University of Alabama in Metallurgical Engineering, he worked as a chief executive officer for several foundries, moving to St. Johnsbury in 1969 to oversee foundry operations at Fairbanks. He owned and operated Aubin Jewelry in Lyndonville, Vt., several years before beginning his own real estate investment business. He was a founder of the Fold Ministries, Lyndonville, and a long-time board member of Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. He was an avid sportsman, reader and world traveler. A devout Christian, he was a lover of Israel and devoted his life to the cause of Zion. He married Margy Car in Jerusalem, April 16, 1988. The couple maintained a residence in St. Johnsbury for 10 years. He is survived by his wife, Margy, of the home; son, David Pezdirtz Jr. and wife Sandy, Ipswich, Mass.; Ann Greenwood and husband, Tony of St. Johnsbury; Stephen Pezdirtz and friend Paula Hawkins, Newark, Del.; Krista Julian and husband John, Manchester, Mass.; and two stepsons, Russ Carr and wife Belinda, Brandon, Fla., and Derry Carr and wife Teresa, Del City, Okla. He had 11 grandchildren, Desiree and Brittany Greenwood, Adam, Tori and Andrew Pezdirtz, Jack and Evan Julian, Christopher and Heather Leser, Noah and Amber Carr; and two great-grandchildren, Taylor Bean and Addisyn Willey. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service will be conducted on Saturday, Oct. 20 at 4 p.m., at New Beginnings Fellowship, 3 Dunne Terrace, St. Johnsbury. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Christian Friends of Israeli Communities (CFOIC), P.O. Box 50833, Colorado Springs, CO 89049-0833.

, 85 , died peacefully at his home in Stowe, Vt., on Oct. 14, 2007, from complications of Parkinson's disease. Born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., Bish was devoted to St. Johnsbury Academy, the University of Vermont, and to Fletcher Allen Hospital where he practiced and taught surgery for over 40 years. Active in community and medical organizations, Bish co-founded the Northeast Medical Society, was a member of the New England Surgical Society, a president of the Burlington Chamber of Commerce, and served as medical director for the Mt. Mansfield Ski Patrol for many years. Most importantly, Bish was passionate about caring for his patients and going for the gusto with his family and friends. Bish is survived by his wife, Betty; his four children, Jim McGill, John McGill, Janet McGill Cooke, and Bob McGill; his sister, Louise Payne; and all their families. A memorial service will be celebrated at the Stowe Community Church on Saturday, Nov. 3 at 2 p.m. with a reception to follow in the church fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Lamoille Home Health and Hospice, 54 Farr Ave., Morrisville, VT 05661 or to Death With Dignity Vermont, 708 Wake Robin Drive, Shelburne, VT 05482.

, age 69, a West Burke resident, passed away Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. Among survivors is his wife Marcia. Calling hours will be at the Pearsons Funeral Home, Friday evening from 6 p.m. till 7 p.m., with a memorial service to follow. A complete notice will appear in the Friday edition of the paper.

, age 69, a West Burke, Vt., resident, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Oct.. 13, 2007, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Hanover, N.H. Raymond was a longtime resident of Connecticut but moved to Vermont to be closer to his family. Raymond worked on a dairy farm for most of his life, then later at a sawmill, until he could no longer work. Raymond was predeceased by his mother and father-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bergman Sr.; a twin brother, Girard La Plume Sr.; and son-in-law Darryl Lanoue. Raymond is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Marcia E. (Bergman) La Plume of West Burke; his four children, Melissa Lanoue and future son-in-law Robert Harmon of West Burke, Kristen Benoir and companion Todd of Putnam, Conn., Raymond La Plume and future daughter-in-law Olivia Ries of Danville, Vt., and Marciana La Plume of Vermont; three granddaughters, Amber, Jasmine and Haley Lanoue; and two sisters, Connie Lafontaine and Margie Pascale of Rhode Island. Raymond enjoyed being with his family and three granddaughters. He was a loving husband and devoted father. He was a NASCAR fan and enjoyed the company of friends. Calling hours will be at the Pearsons Funeral Home Friday evening from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., with a memorial service to follow.

, 88, died in Burlington on Aug. 26, 2007, surrounded by his family. John was born in St. Johnsbury to Alvin C. and Harriet Fowler Noyes on June 4, 1919, and graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1937. He graduated from Harvard University in 1941, with a degree in foreign languages. During World War II, he served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy. He later earned a master's degree in French at Middlebury College. With the advent of peacetime, John embarked on a long and happy career teaching French at The Taft School in Watertown, Conn. He is remembered by many generations of Taft students for his dynamic teaching style and was recognized by both new and experienced teachers at Taft for his expertise and leadership within his department and the school. He was very proud of compliments he received during his travels in France for his mastery of the language. On June 16, 1961, John married Carol Banks Carroll, widow of a fellow Taft language instructor, Livingston "Pat" Carroll. She had five young children whom John raised as his own. John retired from The Taft School in 1985. During their retirement, John and Carol divided their time among their homes in Watertown, on Cape Cod, and on Joe's Pond in West Danville. After Carol's death in 2001, John eventually moved to The Converse Home in Burlington, where he lived for nearly two years. In his final months he was at The Burlington Health and Rehabilitation Center. Staff at both facilities cared for him with much love and patience. John was a fit, active person who rode his bicycle daily into his early 80s. He enjoyed swimming and sailing and loved classical music. He was a voracious reader, especially of biographies and history. In manner, he was reserved and kindly. John is survived by his five children and their spouses: Livingston Carroll and his wife, Donna Bryant, of Sherborn, Mass.; Patricia Carroll-French of Groton, Conn.; Barbara Carroll of Burlington; Deborah O'Connor of Biddeford, Maine; and Leslie Crawford and her husband, Geoffrey Crawford, of Burlington. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and his nephew and his wife, Robert and Julie Noyes of Wheelock. He was predeceased by his wife, Carol Banks Carroll Noyes, and by his granddaughter, Corinne Sinclair Crawford.

. It is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 26, at 1:30 p.m. at the Vermont Veterans Cemetery in Randolph, Vt. Mr. and Mrs. Zehner lived in West Barnet for over 25 years. Mr. Zehner died at the age of 86 on Dec. 5, 2006, and Mrs. Zehner died at the age 87 on July 20, 2007.

of Troy, N.Y., passed away Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007, at the age of 61. He is survived by his fianc?e, Janet Welcome and son Aaron Castonguay of Troy, N.Y.; stepdaughter Gidget Boutah; Tony and four grandchildren of Lyndonville, Vt.; and the rest of his family: James Reed and Cindy of Aiken, S.C., Albert 'Reg' Welcome and Kathi of Denton, N.C., Marcia and Tom McPartlen now of East Concord, Nancy and Peter Haynes of Littleton, N.H., Bonnie Welcome and Brent of Salisbury, Mass.; and nieces and nephews. His mother-in-law, Louise Welcome, predeceased him this past February. Graveside services will be held this Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 2 p.m. at the Overlook Cemetery in East Concord with Pastor John Somers officiating. There will be no visiting hours.

of 81 Hill St. in St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family Saturday evening, Oct. 20, 2007, at the age of 87. He was born in Concord on June 20, 1920, the son of Harvey and Anna Morrison. He was predeceased by his wife, Isabelle "Sarge" Morrison, on Nov. 8, 2004. They made their home on Summer Street for many years. Both could be seen at the Farmer's Market, Em with his chair caning and together selling their pickled goods. During World War II, Staff Sgt. Morrison completed 50 missions as a nose turret gunner on a 15th Air Force B-24 Liberator bomber, flying over every major target in southern Europe. When he came home from the war, Emerson began his career at F.W. Lewis Oil Co. as an oil delivery man and eventually became co-owner of the company. He was a Mason for over 65 years at the Moose River Lodge 82 in Concord, and was a former member of the Elks and the St. Johnsbury Country Club. He was a 1938 graduate of St. Johnsbury Academy. He is survived by a daughter, Frances Boardman Murray and husband, Robert, of Whitefield, N.H., son David A. Morrison and wife, Melissa, of St. Johnsbury; five grandchildren, Elaine Ducharme and husband, Anthony, Lance Boardman Jr. and wife, Angela, Patricia Gilding, Jonathan Morrison, and Derek Morrison; five great-grandchildren, Esther, Landon, Quincy, Leia, and Peter; and one niece, Barbara Morency of St. Johnsbury. He was predeceased by two sisters, Eleanor Lewis and Doris King. Memorial services will be held this Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church with the pastor, the Rev. John Marshall officiating. Burial will have taken place at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. Daughter Fran and her husband, Robert, are actively involved in the rebuilding of Trinity United Methodist Church in Whitefield. Contributions in Em's memory could be directed to Trinity United Methodist Building Fund, P.O. Box 275, Whitefield, NH 03598.

of Sheffield, Vt., passed away at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital Saturday evening, Oct. 20, 2007, at the age of 89. She was born in Westmore, Vt., on Dec. 11, 1917, one of 11 children born to Ora and Annie (Butler) Buskey. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles, Aug. 18, 1984, as well as an infant daughter, Janice; grandson Michael Stevens Sr.; four brothers, Arthur, Archie, Aime, and Alphie Buskey; two sisters, Evelyn Buskey Stevens and Bernice Buskey Boule; and close friend Eleanor Toop. Pearl first worked as a housekeeper as a young woman at the Girls' Camp in Westmore. In the late 1970s/early 1980s, she and her husband, Charles, managed the Willoughvale Inn for the Harters. They also cared for the Green Acres cottages across the road, making many friends renting to the vacationers who came to Willoughby Lake. After leaving Willoughby, the Stevens moved to West Burke. After Charles' passing, Pearl made her home with her son, Jerry and granddaughters in Sheffield for the past 21 years. She is survived by her son, Jerry N. Stevens of Sheffield (P.O. Box 34, Lyndon Center, VT 05850); daughter-in-law Sandra Supan of Queen Creek, Ariz.; five grandchildren, Dennis Stevens of Lisbon, Maine, Ronnie Stevens of Enfield, N.H., Michelle Stevens Tallman and husband Don of Hyde Park, Vt., Lynette Stevens Peters and husband Scott of Lyndonville, Vt., and Amy Stevens and Wayne Barrett of Hartland, Vt.; 11 great-grandchildren, Michael Jr., Christopher, Brian and Nicholas Stevens, Lucas and Ryan Tallman, Emily, Erin, and Ethan Peters, Kayla and Mariah Barrett; one brother, Earl Buskey of Bradford, Vt.; three sisters, Pauline Buskey Murray of East Ryegate, Vt., Lillian Buskey Gilman of North Woodstock, N.H., Blanche Buskey Chapman of Middletown, Conn.; nieces and nephews; and close friend Nancy Toop of Massachusetts. Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Lake View Cemetery in Westmore located at the north end of Lake Willoughby. The Rev. Barbara Dwyer will officiate. Memorial contributions, payable to Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital and marked for Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, may be directed to the attention of Jim Flynn, P.O. Box 905, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

(son of Edward B. Kitfield and Charlotte Lee Bunnell), of 1520 Main St. in St. Johnsbury, Vt., and formerly of Durham, N.H., passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family Saturday afternoon, Oct. 20, 2007, at the age of 89. He was born in Astoria, N.Y., on Feb. 24, 1918. He was predeceased by his brother, Roger Lee Kitfield; sister Nancy Kitfield Ellison; and granddaughter Goiya Grace Kitfield Bascom. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Cornelia Constable Kitfield; five children, Karen Kitfield Koeppl of South Salem, N.Y., Edward Bickford Kitfield III of North Edgecomb, Maine, Candace Kitfield Lucas of Glasgow, Scotland, Meredith Snow Kitfield of Lower Waterford, Vt., and Aminta Kitfield Conant of Barnet, Vt.; 15 grandchildren, Nolan, Lydia, Edward IV, Spencer, Joshua, Asa, Jacob, Rebecca, Amanda, Caitlin, Aminta, Edward, Hilary, Wesley, and Katherine; and his brother, David Brewster Kitfield of Atlanta, Georgia. During World War II, he served in the South Pacific at Pelilieu in the Palau Islands. He was a second lieutenant of the 1st Marine Division. He participated in the assault at White Beach where the casualties were extremely high, but the marines were able to move onto the island. After graduating from the Trinity-Pawling School, he attended the University of New Hampshire for both undergraduate and graduate school. He was president of E.B. Kitfield Company, which sold electrical boiler equipment throughout the Northeast. He was an avid reader, hiker (AMC 4000 Footer Club New Hampshire), and naturalist. He was a devoted family man and a loyal friend to many. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to Caledonia Home Health Care and Hospice, Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury, Vt. He was particularly appreciative of his loving caregivers. Friends are invited to gather with the family at the home at 1520 Main St. in St. Johnsbury on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007, from 4 to 6 p.m. A military committal will be held on Nov. 10 at 11:30 a.m. at the Durham Cemetery, Durham, N.H., followed by a memorial service at the Durham Community Church at 1 p.m. A reception will follow the memorial service.

, 76, of Ryegate Road, Ryegate, Vt., died at his home on Oct. 21, 2007. He was born to Hugh Joseph and Winifred (Sinnott) Canlon on Staten Island, N.Y. on Dec. 9, 1930. He married Ellen Byrne in 1951. Ray served as a police officer for the NYPD from 1955 until his retirement in 1975. He then worked as a bartender at Canlon's Restaurant on Staten Island. He and his wife moved to Ryegate in 1987 when they purchased and began operating the Longmeadow Inn Bed and Breakfast. Ray was a communicant of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Woodsville, N.H., was a member of the New York City Policeman's Benevolence Association, and was a member of the Northeast Kingdom Chamber of Commerce. He was predeceased by a daughter, Melissa Ann Canlon, and by two brothers, Adrian and Gordon Canlon. He is survived by his wife, Ellen A. Canlon, of Ryegate; two daughters, Melissa Salyerds of Pennington, N.J., and Janet Elia of Ryegate; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; a brother, Donald Canlon of Staten Island; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. There will be no calling hours. A Mass of Christian burial will be on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007, at 11 a.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 15 Pine St., Woodsville, N.H., with Father Daniel J. Sinibaldi officiating. Burial will be at a later date in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bath, N.H. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, New England Affiliate, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701-4688.

, 86, of the St. Johnsbury House, died on Oct. 26, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, Vt. She was born on Dec. 13, 1920, to Albert and Floriaetta (Verge) Allen in Wellesley, Mass. Pauline moved to St. Johnsbury from Wellesley in the early 1940s to work at Brightlook Hospital as a lab technician. In the 1950s, she worked at the former Fitch Clinic in St. Johnsbury and later for Dr. James Russell as a lab tech and receptionist, prior to her retirement. Pauline was a member of the North Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury and over the years had been active in church affairs. She married Durwood Cassidy in 1945, and he predeceased her in 1963. She married Edwin Lenton in 1964 and he died in 1977. Later, in 1986, she married Paul Creaser, who died in 2005. She was also predeceased by her brother, William Allen, of Newport, N.H. She is survived by two sons, Michael Cassidy of Wells River, Vt.; and William Cassidy and his wife, Marjory, of Groton, Vt.; a stepdaughter, Katherine Poginy of Barton, Vt.; three stepsons: David Lenton of St. Johnsbury, John Lenton of Cheyenne, Wyo., and Robert Creaser of St. Johnsbury; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch Street, Woodsville, N.H., with the Rev. Candace Ricker officiating. Burial will follow in the Groton Village Cemetery, Groton, Vt. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, New England Affiliate, 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701-4688 or to one's favorite charity. Ricker Funeral Home, Woodsville, N.H., is in charge of arrangements.

of Danville, Vt., passed away on Thursday, Oct, 25, 2007. Matthew was born on Nov. 19, 1970, and was raised in Fanwood, N.J. Matt leaves behind his wife of 15 years, Emily Marie Clancy of Danville, a 12-year old son, Ryan Edward, and a 10-year old daughter, Shaylyn Marie. A musician, composer and teacher, Matthew was the instrumental music director for the Danville School since 2005. In 1992, Matthew received his Bachelor of Music degree in music education from the University of Dayton in Dayton, Ohio. From 1992 through 1996, he was the instrumental music director for the Blue Mountain Union School in Wells River, Vt. He was instrumental music director for the Waterbury Elementary School in Waterbury, Vt., until 1997. From 1997 until 2005, he was the instrumental music director for the Crossett Brook Middle School in Duxbury, Vt. Matthew was active in numerous musical associations, including the International Association for Jazz Education (as board member and president), and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. He was commissioned by the Music Teachers National Association to represent Vermont in the 2005 Quad-State Composing Competition, and he also composed jazz music for Smart Chart Music. In 2004, Matthew toured Europe with the blues great Mighty Sam McClain, both playing and arranging music. Matthew also played saxophone in many area groups and ensembles, including the Maple Leaf Seven, Generation Sax Quartet, St. Johnsbury Big Band, the Bach Wind Philharmonia, the Jazz Cannibals, the Nouveau Jazz Quartet, and the Danville Town Band. Matt was a dedicated father and husband, and an avid gardener and cook. He also tried his hand at raising chickens, and enjoyed his several parakeets and dog, Ella. Most recently, Matt was sworn in to the armed forces as a recruit for the National Guard and was scheduled to commence boot camp in Oklahoma this summer, to be followed by the Armed Forces School of Music. In addition to his wife and children, Matthew leaves behind his parents, Edward and Catherine Clancy of Fanwood, N.J.; his brother, Thomas Clancy of Manhattan, New York; his grandmother, Agnes Gallagher of New Jersey; his mother-in-law, Andrea Marie Haynes of Framingham, Mass.; his brother and sister-in-law, Nathan Andrew and Suzanne Marie Haynes of Manhattan, New York; and his niece, Madeleine Zoe Haynes of Manhattan, New York. Funeral services will be held Monday, Oct. 29, at 2 p.m. in the gymnasium at The Danville School. Burial will be at the Danville Green Cemetery in a private ceremony.

, 65, of Derby, died peacefully Oct. 25, 2007, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 24, 1942, in Newport, a daughter of Dennis and Rose (Davio) Durocher. On May 13, 1961 she married Raymond Fortin, who survives her. Mrs. Fortin was employed by the State of Vermont in the Education Department as a coordinator for special needs children. Among her hobbies, she enjoyed horses, cats, dogs, and arts and crafts. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Fortin of Derby, and by the following children: Denis Fortin of Morgan; Dan Fortin and his wife, Linda, of Troy; Teresa Nelson of Derby; Lori Fortin of Johnson; Carole Fortin and her fiancee, Robert Desrochers, of Newport; and Debra Beauchesne and her husband, Ron, of Derby. She is also survived by the following grandchildren: Chelsea, Brandon, Casey, and Addison Fortin; Brooke and Brock Fortin; Douglas, Dylan, and Dale Nelson; Rebecca Sweeney; Mechelle, Timmy, and Anna Bernier; Marissa Fortin; and Joni, Olive, and Opal Beauchesne. Other survivors are one great-grandchild, Isaac McDonald; a brother, Lawrence Durocher and his wife, Gloria, of Ft. Pierce, Fla.; and her sisters, Joyce Before and her husband, Vincent, of West Burke; and Christine Fortin and her husband, Robert, of Derby. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 29, 2007, at St. Edward's Catholic Church in Derby Line with the Rev. Yvon Royer celebrating a Mass of Christian burial. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the hour of the funeral on Monday Oct. 29, 2007, at the church. Interment will take place at a later date in St. Edward's Cemetery, Derby Line. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the National MS Society, 75 Talcott Road, Suite #40, Williston,VT 05495 or to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, Inc., P.O.Box 1460, Williston, VT 05495.

, wife of Forrest 'Bud' Allen and of St. Johnsbury Center, Vt., passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family at home early Monday morning, Oct. 29, 2007. She succumbed to a sudden illness and did not suffer long. She was born in North Danville, Vt., on April 24, 1932, one of four children born to Ernest and Antoinette (Berube) Roy. She and Bud had been married over 57 years. In 1999, she and Bud weathered the loss of their son Wayne. Gloria enjoyed cooking for the kids at the old Community School on Cherry Street. She later worked at Hovey Shops. Being a personal care giver to Wilma Moulton meant a great deal to her. She taught Catechism while her family was growing up. Gloria was an active, spiritual, and giving member of St. John the Evangelist Church. Gloria is survived by her husband, Bud Allen of St. Johnsbury (P.O. Box 122, St. Johnsbury Center, VT 05863); six children, Christine Allen and husband Tom Lafavore of Portland, Maine, Judy Knowles and husband Steve of Biddeford, Maine, Michael Allen and wife Denise of Biddeford Maine, Bruce Allen and wife Pam of St. Johnsbury, Brian Allen and wife Susan of South Portland, Maine, and Dean Allen and Pauline Desilets of St. Johnsbury. Gloria is also survived by Curtis and Amanda, Wayne's two children, whom she and Bud have raised for the past nine years; eight other grandchildren, Paul, Matthew, and Nathaniel, Jonathan, Jessica, Melissa, and Heather, and Phoebe; two great-grandchildren, Tamika and Gage; her sister, Leone Rumbarger and husband Don of Sarasota, Fla.; stepbrother Robert Meserve and wife Christine of Lyman, N.H.; nieces and nephews; and Bud's extended family. She was predeceased by her mother, Toni Meserve in March of this year; her brother, Everett in April of this year; and another brother, Edward several years ago. A funeral Mass will be celebrated this Friday at 11 a.m., at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Thursday evening, 6 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Diabetes Association, Vermont Affiliate, 512 Troy Ave., Colchester VT 05446.

of Lyndonville, Vt., died in Washington, D.C., Monday, Oct. 29, 2007, at the age of 82. He was born in Lyndon Center, Vt., the son of Leon E. and Gladys (Valentine) Hopkins. Mr. Hopkins had owned Hopkins Insurance and Hopkins and Sons oil delivery businesses in Lyndonville. He was active in the Shrine, Masons, Elks, and was a Korean veteran and a veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife, Beverly (Holbrook) Hopkins of Lyndonville (P.O. Box 105, Lyndon Center, VT 05850); four children, Stephen and wife, Margaret of Jefferson, Md., Sherri and husband Dave Wood of Lyndon, Vt., Peter and wife Janice of Lyndonville, Greg and wife Stacy of Lyndonville; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and four brothers and sisters, Leon Hopkins, Leone Gale, Eleanor Wright, and Maybelle Shannon;. He was predeceased by a brother, Leonard and sisters Ruth and Marion. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the Lyndon Bible Church on Brown Farm Road in Lyndonville. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home Thursday evening, 5 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to Lyndon Rescue, P.O. Box 401, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, 84, Norwich, Vt., passed away on Oct. 25, 2007. She was born on Aug. 13, 1923, in Rockland, Maine, the daughter of Edward Sewall and Ruth Blackington Lancaster. She lived as a child in New Britain, Conn., and summered in Maine. She attended Moorel and Hill School, New Britain; Chatham Hall, Chatham, Va.; and Bennington College, Bennington, Vt. In September 1945, she married James Hartness Flanders, lieutenant junior grade, of the U.S. Navy Air Corps, a native of Springfield, Vt. While her husband attended Dartmouth College and graduate school at the MIT Aeronautical Department, she began their family. She and James had three sons, Stephen and his wife, Janet of Norwich, Vt., Geoffrey of White River Junction, Vt., and Nicholas and his wife, Arlette of Accra, Ghana. All three survive her. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Tamsin and James (Jed) Flanders of Danville, Vt., and Alizah Weissfish and her husband, Eli of Modiin Ilit, Israel; and two great-grandchildren, Amram and Yisroel Yaacov Weissfish. She was predeceased by her husband in 1992 and her brother, Edward (Ned) Lancaster, in 1998. She enjoyed walking, swimming, reading and developed an early interest in computers before they became a household fixture. During most of her husband's professional life, they made a home in Cambridge, Mass., where she was a member of the Mothers' Club and the Thursday Morning Talks, a Mount Auburn Hospital fund-raiser. A memorial service will be held on Sat., Nov. 3, 2007, at 10 a.m. at the Norwich Congregational Church. Burial will be in Danville Green Cemetery, Danville, Vt., at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Pope Memorial Library, Danville, VT 05828.

, 87, long time resident of North Danville, Vt., died peacefully Oct. 29, 2007, at St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation surrounded by sons. Margaret was the twin sister of Marian Ward. Her mother was a retired teacher and her father a farm worker on locations around the northern rural area of North Danville, later employed at the local sawmill and then on the town road crew. As the girls approached school age, the family purchased a home in the village of North Danville and this was the family home until 1996. Their brother was born to the family in 1926 and followed the customary schooling through St. Johnsbury Trade School. After a brief period of employment in the machine tool field in Springfield, Vt., he enlisted in the U.S. Army at the time of World War II and was later killed in action in Germany in 1945. The girls completed school at St. Johnsbury Academy. Marian trained as an office and sales clerk, working at FW Woolworth, The Caledonian-Record newspaper and the local telephone switchboard. Margaret received post-secondary training at UVM and became a teacher and stenographer. Eight years of high school teaching in North Troy and Springfield, Vt., and Madison, Conn., followed. She changed from teaching to doing office work at Fairbanks Morse and Company in 1950 and married an executive of the company, George Pollard on Oct. 11, 1952. A 12-year career as parents with four sons went on and Margaret returned to her teaching career for 17 years at Concord High School in 1965. She retired in 1982 to a life of selected activities until becoming impaired in health. She balanced her family and work interests with passions for reading, gardening, animals, and the outdoors. Her love of reading provided her the opportunity to volunteer countless hours at the North Danville Community Library. Although retired, she was never very far away from teaching and volunteered at the Northeast Regional Correctional Facility, teaching basic educational skills to inmates. She enjoyed attending the local retired teachers' luncheons with friends. Margaret was predeceased by her brother Horace in World War II; her father, Benjamin in 1972; and her mother, Helen in 1974; her oldest son, Roger in 1973; her husband, George in 1975; and most recently, her twin sister, Marian in 2006. She survived by her three sons, Thomas of St. Johnsbury, Martin and his wife Laurie, and their children Benjamin, Christine, Jennifer, and Amanda of Danville, Curtis and his wife Mary and their daughter Meghan Pollard of Chicago, Ill. Family and friends are welcome to attend a graveside service on Saturday, Nov. 3 at noon at Danville Green Cemetery, located on Brainerd Street in Danville, Vt. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 37 Elmwood Ave., Burlington, VT 05401-4390 or Danville Rescue, Brainerd Street, Danville, VT 05828. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the nurses and staff at Canterbury Inn and St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation for their care and kindness.

of Lyndonville, Vt., died in Washington, D.C., Monday, Oct. 29, 2007, at the age of 82. He was born Jan. 27, 1925, in Lyndon Center, Vt., the son of Leon E. and Gladys (Balentine) Hopkins. Mr. Hopkins had owned Hopkins Insurance and Hopkins and Sons oil delivery businesses in Lyndonville. He was active in the Shrine, Masons, Elks, and was a veteran of World War II and Korea, serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Beverley (Holbrook) Hopkins of Lyndonville (P.O. Box 105, Lyndon Center 05850); four children, Stephen and wife Margaret of Jefferson, Md., Sherri and husband Dave Wood of Lyndonville, Peter and wife Janice of Lyndonville, and Greg and wife Stacy of Lyndonville; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; four brothers and sisters, Leon Hopkins of Montpelier, Vt., Leone Gale of Lyndon Center, Eleanor Wright of Lyndonville, and Maybelle Shannon and husband John of New York. He was predeceased by a brother, Leonard and sisters Ruth McCarty and Marion Adams. Funeral services will be held Friday, Nov. 2 at 1 p.m. at the Lyndon Bible Church on Brown Farm Road in Lyndonville. Burial with military honors will follow in Lyndon Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home Thursday evening, 5 to 8 p.m., a Masonic service will be held at 7:45 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to Lyndon Rescue, P.O. Box 401, Lyndonville, VT 05851.