, 85, formerly of the Lane House, Littleton, N.H., died Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, at the Weeks Medical Center, Lancaster, N.H., with her family by her side. She was born in Jefferson, N.H., on June 1, 1921, the daughter of Myron Leigh and Alice (Freeman) Bacon. She attended school in Jefferson and as a young girl she helped her mother run the local telephone switch board that was located in their home in Jefferson. She resided in Twin Mountain for 25 years before moving to Littleton in 1980. She worked for many years at Mittersill Resort, Franconia, White Mountain Restaurant (now the Topic of the Town) Littleton, and the Charlmont Motor Inn, Twin Mountain. She enjoyed reading, knitting and crocheting for her grandchildren and was an avid NASCAR Race fan. Her greatest joy in life was her family. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard Glines, in November 1966; a brother, Lawrence Bacon; and a great-grandchild, Alli Grace Allaire. She was given much joy from her nine children, who will miss her tremendously. She is survived by her four sons, Richard and his wife Sheila Glines of Intervale, N.H., Murray and his wife Rona Glines of Northumberland, N.H., Russell Glines of Belmont, N.H., and David Glines of Raleigh, N.C.; and five daughters, Joan and her husband William Starkey of Keene, N.H., Louise and her husband John Staples of Twin Mountain, N.H., Linda and her husband Larry Leavitt of Littleton, N.H., June and her husband Alton Hart of Randolph, N.H., and Susan and her husband David Pilotte of Littleton, N.H. She was blessed with 22 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; a brother, Myron Bacon of Brooklyn, Wis.; and two sisters, Shirley Manor of Englewood, Fla., and Mildred Woodward of Dover, N.H. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2006, at 10 a.m., at the Ross Funeral Home, Littleton Chapel. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2006, at 2 p.m., at the Straw Cemetery, Twin Mountain, N.H. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the First Congregational Church, Stained Glass Fund, 189 Main St., Littleton, NH 03561.

, 87, of Winter Haven, Fla., passed away peacefully at her home Oct. 18, 2006, due to a malignant brain tumor. Hazel was born in Newark, Vt., on Aug. 11, 1919, daughter of the late Fred and Flora (Hosford) Smith. She graduated from Lyndon Institute in Lyndon, Vt. She worked as a telephone operator for New England Telephone in St. Johnsbury, Vt., then moved to White River Jct., Vt. She retired from the Bell Telephone System in 1979 after 32 years of service. She then moved to Winter Haven. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Paul Bennett, on July 3, 1954, and Anthony O'Brien on Jan. 1, 1993. She was also preceded in death by three sisters, Edith (Coe) Thornton, Myra (Bissell) Fisher and Ona Dresser; plus three brothers, Harry, Harvey and Harold Smith. Survivors include her sister-in-law, Ethel Smith of Newport, N.H.; plus many nieces and nephews. Hazel did not have any children. However, she was a very special aunt and was loved dearly by all her nieces and nephews. Hazel was a member of St. Matthews Catholic Church, the Telephone Pioneers, the Friendship Circle and a lifetime member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW 2571 in White River Jct. Hazel was a very kind and caring person, always there to help anyone in need. She was chairman of the Veterans Administration Volunteer Services which worked for the Veteran's Administration Hospital in White River. Besides her regular job as telephone operator, being president of the VFW Auxiliary in White River and doing volunteer work, she still found time to help make birthday cakes for every patient over 65 in the VA Hospital. Hazel enjoyed cooking and was a wonderful cook. After she moved to Winter Haven, she became a Red Cross Volunteer at the Winter Haven Hospital and remained a volunteer for 25 years. She donated 11,500 hours of service as a Red Cross volunteer. She received the Volunteer of the Year award from the American Red Cross for 2001-02. Funeral services were held at Ott-Laughlin Funeral Chapel in Winter Haven on Monday, Oct. 23. Burial and a graveside service will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in St. Johnsbury, Vt., on Friday, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd Hospice, in care of Blanche Bowen, 105 Arneson Ave., Auburndale, FL 33823; or the American Red Cross, 147 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881.

, of Claremont, N.H., died Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2006, at Mt. Ascutney Hospital in Windsor, Vt. He was born Feb. 10, 1930, in Lyndonville, Vt., the son of W.C. Victor Prinn and Dorothy (Cox) Prinn of Lyndonville. He was a graduate of Lyndon Institute in Lyndon Center, and Middlebury College. He received his master of arts in teaching from Harvard University and his master of divinity from Episcopal Theological School, both in Cambridge, Mass. Ron was an Episcopal priest and a high school and college math teacher. He served parishes in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont, most recently in Claremont, Charlestown and Salem, N.H. He taught school at Lexington (Mass.) High School, Lyndon Institute and Lyndon State College in Lyndon Center; Stevens High in Claremont; and Fall Mountain High School in Langdon, N.H. He loved both his ministry and his teaching of math. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Ron was an athlete in his younger years, captain of his high school football team, a track star, a skier and swimming instructor. At the age of 17, he didn't let polio slow him down. He loved to sing, and sang in a college barbershop octet. He loved all his children and enjoyed Boy Scouts, Indian Guides and fishing. In the 1960s he was active in the Civil Rights movement, making trips to the South as part of the peace protests, and was present at the 1963 March on Washington, D.C. He was able to realize a lifelong ambition with a trip to Israel in 1989, and in 2000, to England, which was his parents' place of birth. Ron's wonderful sense of humor is something all who knew him enjoyed and will always remember. In his final years, even when dealing with Parkinson's disease, he showed great courage and didn't lose his sense of humor. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Barbara (Pike) of Claremont; five children, Stephen and his wife Jan of Eastford, Conn., Salli Skerry of St. Johnsbury, Vt., Andrew of Claremont, Margaret and her companion Roger Bonner of Langhorne, Pa., and Douglas and his wife Natalia of Hollis, N.H.; six of his seven foster children, Lorrie Webber and her husband Dwight of East Haven, Vt., Paula Graves of Salem, N.H., Pamela and her husband Bill Friend, and Philip Colbath, both of Pelham, N.H., Paul and his wife Linda Colbath of Bridgton, Maine, and Paulette and her husband David Joki of Hudson, N.H.; grandchildren, Heather Keithan and Scott Keithan, Ali Prinn, Shannon Prinn and Vanessa Bergeron; a sister, Thelma Richardson of Harrisburg, Pa.; great-grandchildren; foster grandchildren; and nieces and nephews, all much loved. He was predeceased by one daughter, Carol Jones, in 2005; and his sister, Beverly Harwood, in 2003. Ron was a man of strong faith in the Lord. He was part of bringing Cursillo (a Christian renewal movement) to New Hampshire. Now he has been welcomed into the kingdom of heaven and is knowing a wonder and beauty that the rest of us have yet to discover. Visiting hours will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, at Stringer Funeral Home, 146 Broad St., Claremont, N.H. A memorial service will be conducted Sunday, Oct. 29, at 2 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 120 Broad St., Claremont, with the Right Rev. V. Gene Robinson, Bishop of New Hampshire, officiating. There will be a gathering immediately following the service in the church parish hall. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to any Episcopal Church; or to the New Hampshire Chapter of the American Parkinson's Disease Association at APDA Granite State, P.O. Box 6212, Nashua, NH 03063.

, 78, of the Northeast Kingdom Trailer Park in Lyndonville, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006. He was a former employee at Vermont Tap and Die where he retired at age 62, having worked there since 1968; he had previously worked at Vermont Flexible Tubing. Floyd was a parishioner of St. Elizabeth's Church in Lyndonville, but also attended his wife Barbara's church, the Lyndonville United Methodist Church. For 25 years he was a volunteer fireman with the Lyndonville Fire Department and was pleased to have attended this year's annual banquet. He was also a member of the Loyal Order of Moose #1779. He is survived by his wife Barbara J. (Metevier) Leonard of Lyndonville (PO Box 326 05851); three children: Jeffrey Leonard and his wife Jean of Lyndonville, Beverly Turcotte and her husband David of Lyndonville, Cindy Berry and her husband Scott of Woodsville, N.H.; six grandchildren: Patricia McClure and her husband Roland of Lyndonville, Michael Leonard of Lyndonville, Tina Turcotte of Lyndonville, Michelle Ohlschwager and her husband Robert of New Braunfels Texas, Stacey Berry of Lyndonville, Scott Berry Jr. and his wife Shannon of Woodsville, N.H.; and his nine great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one sister: Alberta Davis of Lyndonville; three brothers: Reginald Leonard and his wife Dorothy of St. Johnsbury, Cecile Leonard of Lyndonville, Norman Leonard and his wife Audrey of Lyndonville; sister-in-law: Edna Leonard of Lyndonville. He was predeceased by his parents, Ernest and Edith (Vancour) Leonard, and by three brothers: Howard, Ernest and Merton Leonard. A funeral Mass, celebrated by Father Richard O'Donnell, will be celebrated on Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth's Church. Burial will follow at St. Elizabeth Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the Guibord Funeral Home, Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. and will conclude with an evening vigil service. Floyd's stay at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center was very brief: one day. His Barbara, however, had worked there for 21 years. Memorial contributions, marked for the "Employee Activity Fund," could be directed to St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, 1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 93, of Seven Hearths Lane passed away at the William Clough Extended Care Center in New London, N.H., Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006. Mrs. Abbott was born Oct. 19, 1913, in Rochester, N.H., to Frank and Edna (Page) Hart. The family moved from Rochester to Tunbridge, Vt., and when she was 8 years old they moved to Sunapee. She lived in Sunapee until she was admitted to the Clough Center in January of this year. Following the death of her mother and grandmother, Ariel lived with several local families for room and board while going to school. On Oct. 19, 1932, she married Corliss H. Abbott of Sunapee in Windsor, Vt. They made their home in Sunapee Village until moving in 1938 to the Abbott farm on Seven Hearths Lane. Ariel enjoyed taking her granddaughters to dancing lessons in Newport while they were growing up. Her Vermont grandchildren loved to come and visit as she had lots of things to show and do with them. All the kids loved to visit and push each other around in an old baby carriage they had found at the farm. Sunday morning would find them gathered around her as she cooked hornpout they had caught fishing the night before at Messer Pond. Ariel had many hobbies. One was music; she learned to play piano when her daughter Mary Jo took lessons. Painting, she took lessons from "Babe" Sargent in Georges Mills. She loved to sew and in later years became interested in genealogy. Ariel also took up bowling for several years at a local bowling alley. She was an avid bird watcher and fed many at her feeders. She loved to read and dearly loved animals and gave homes to many various pets through the years. She also loved gardening and growing African violets. She was a member of Lake Grange 221 in Sunapee. She belonged to the American Society of Dowsers, and after her children were grown she worked for several years at the Claremont Daily Eagle in Claremont, N.H., which she really enjoyed. Ariel lived a long life and will be greatly missed by her family and the aides who cared for her for many years from the Lake Sunapee VNA. They always enjoyed visiting with her as she had many stories to share with them about events of the past years living in Sunapee. Survivors include her son, Corliss G. "Sonny" Abbott of Sunapee; her daughter, Mary Jo (Abbott) Lote of Waterford, Vt.; six grandchildren, Duane Abbott and his wife Malia, Cynthia Glidden, Darlene Morse and her husband John and Carol Abbott, all of Sunapee, Michael Greenleaf Sr. and his wife Patricia, Kathleen Lanctot and her husband James of Lyndonville, Vt., and Raymond Greenleaf Jr. of St. Johnsbury; step-grandchildren, Yvonne Parcell of Bethlehem, N.H., and her children Ryan and Dan, Alison and Stephen Monell of Gloucester, Mass., and their children Lila and Austin, Michelle and Dave McDonald of St. Johnsbury, Vt., and their children Mimi and Matt Robbinson, Kellie, Melissa and Garret McDonald; 13 great-grandchildren, Duane Abbott II, Derek Abbott, Dustin Glidden, Christie Harper and husband Gregory, Michelle Morse, all of Sunapee, Christopher Morse of Enfield, N.H., Adam Greenleaf, Michael Greenleaf and Brian Greenleaf of Haysville, Kan., Jennifer Greenleaf of Olympia, Wash., Jason and Erika Lanctot both of Lyndonville, Vt., and Kimberly Greenleaf of St. Johnsbury; six great-great-grandchildren, Gregory Harper III, Logan Harper, Zachary Harper and Sophia Bourque, all of Sunapee, Alyssa Greenleaf and Lynn Englehardt of Olympia, Wash. Ariel was predeceased by her husband Corliss H. in 1984, her parents, Frank Hart and Edna Dixon, sons-in-law Raymond Greenleaf Sr. in 1982 and Ronald Lote in 1994, and grandson-in-law Larry Glidden. There will be no calling hours. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2006, at the Newton-Bartlett Funeral Home on 42 Main St. in Newport. Burial will follow at the Eastman Cemetery on North Road in Sunapee, with Sr. Louise Baillancourt officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Lake Sunapee Visiting Nurses Association, P.O. Box 2209, New London, NH 03257, or Abbott Library, Books for the Blind, P.O. Box 314, Sunapee, NH 03782.

, 59, of Arlington, Mass., died at home on Sunday evening, Oct. 22, 2006, following a lengthy illness. Born in Greenfield on Oct. 4, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Rita (Coombs) Snow. She was raised and educated in Mt. Hernon and Danvers, and graduated from Danvers High School, Class of 1965. Sandra went on to earn her nursing degree from the Massachusetts General Hospital School of Nursing in 1968 and later earned a BS/MS degree and certification as a nurse practitioner from Northeastern University. A resident of Arlington for over 30 years, Sandra was employed as a registered nurse first at Massachusetts General Hospital and then at the Brigham & Women's Hospital in the surgical ICU for nearly 30 years. Sandra had a special devotion to her cat, Rusty, and loved dancing and spending time at her family home in Vermont. She dedicated her life to caring for others and her family. She is survived by her twin sister and brother-in-law, Susan and Peter Blankenship of Carlisle, Mass., her brother and sister-in-law, William and Peggy Snow of Dundee, Ore.; two nieces, Kim Carr and Angela Tatterfeld; and several great-nieces. She was predeceased by a brother, Harry "Whit" Snow. Her funeral service will be held on Friday, Oct. 27, 2006, at 10 a.m. in the McElroy Chapel of the Maple Street Congregational Church, Maple Street, Danvers, Mass. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sandy's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701; or the American Lung Association, 460 Totten Pond Road, Waltham, MA 02451.

, of East Haven, passed away Friday, Oct. 27, 2006, at his home surrounded by his family. Born April 2, 1922, in Barton, the son of Olin W. and Marie A. (Falcon) Allard, he attended Sutton schools and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He married Ruth E. Brown Jan. 7, 1950, in West Burke. Kenneth was a truck driver for over 50 years, driving for Bob Larabee, Ray Parker & Son, and Calkins. He enjoyed his family, playing solitaire, cutting wood, gardening, reading, watching "The Bold and the Beautiful" and "The Price is Right," and sitting on the porch watching the birds. Kenneth is survived by his loving wife of nearly 57 years, Ruth E. of East Haven; three sons, Steven Allard and his wife Cheri, Daniel Allard and his wife Marilyn and Joseph Allard and his companion Sara Sherrat; four daughters, Susan Benoit and her husband Richard, Judith Bailey, Ellen Chase and her husband Raymond, and Janet Powers and her companion Dale Bird; 21 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren; a brother, Bernard Allard and his wife Joan; two sisters, Hazel and Linda Allard; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Ray, Dean and Wayne Allard; and a sister, Marion Ferrin. A graveside service will be Monday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Newark with a close family friend, Pastor Terry Howard, as officiant. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Caledonia Home Health & Hospice, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 6 days old, died peacefully at home in Danville, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2006, surrounded by her twin brother, Eugene III, family and friends. She and her twin brother were born at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H., Oct. 20, 2006. She is survived by her mom and dad, Sonya Pearson and Eugene Danis Jr. of Danville (254 Roy 05828); and her twin brother at home, Eugene Danis III; her maternal grandmother, Sandra Pearson and Theron Prescott of Lyndonville; maternal grandfather, Clayton Pearson and Maggie Aldrich of Lyndonville; paternal grandmother, Kim Cummings of St. Johnsbury; paternal grandfather, Eugene Danis Sr. of Sanbornton, N.H.; maternal great-grandparents, Doris and Harry Lowell of Danville; paternal great-grandparents, Ray and Gail Cummings of Bangor, Maine, and Sandra and Bernard Joyce of Florida; her paternal great-great-grandmother, Rachael Valliere of Plymouth, N.H.; Theron Prescott's parents, Eva and Harold Prescott of Hardwick; aunts and uncles and their families, Christopher, Ginger and Caleb Kittredge, Brian Kittredge, Crystal Charbonneau, Cassidy, Taylor and Kayla; Tracy, Dane, Dillon and Taylor Rocheleau; great-aunts and great-uncles. The family will observe a graveside service this Sunday.

, 74, Rabbit Path Road, Landaff, N.H., passed away suddenly at Littleton Regional Hospital on Saturday, Oct. 28. She was born in Littleton, daughter of Harrison and Elizabeth (McKenzie) Heath. She spent most of her life in the Lisbon-Landaff area. She was very active in community activities, was a longtime member of the Mt. Hope grange a member of the Old Timers bowling league, served as town treasurer and school treasurer, and in her spare time, she enjoyed knitting, crocheting, cooking, reading and crossword puzzles. She is survived by her husband, Francis Felton; a stepson, Timothy Felton of Derry, N.H.; a stepdaughter, Pamela Ourand of San Diego; a grandson; and one brother, Norman Heath of Landaff. Friends may call at the Ross Funeral Home, Lisbon Chapel, on Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will take place at the funeral home on Wednesday, Nov. 1, at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in the Landaff Center Cemetery. Those who may wish may make donations in her memory to the Lisbon Life Squad, c/of Laurie Guilmette, 5 Lincoln Ave., Lisbon, NH 03585.

, 94, a Lyndonville resident, passed away Saturday evening at her home surrounded by family. Daughter of the late Grover and Eva (Smith) Allard, she was born July 4, 1912, in St. Johnsbury. Wilma worked for the Shoe Shop, Glovers, Pine Knoll Nursing Home and Darling Inn Nursing Home, was an RSVP Volunteer and most recently, a senior companion with the Area Agency on Aging. Wilma loved spending time with her children and their friends. They spent much time and many meals together, as love and friendships grew, they would refer to her as "Gram" and consider one another extended family. Wilma enjoyed playing cards, traveling, knitting, gardening, Sunday drives and dining out. Wilma is survived by four children, Richard Johnson and wife Clara of Sutton, Roland Johnson and wife Sherri of Concord, Ralph Johnson and wife Dolly of West Burke, Ruth Ann Hamel and husband Robert of Lyndonville; 23 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; seven grandchildren that she raised, Harold Burrington Jr. and wife Diane of Grey, Maine, Gail Gorham of Buffalo, Wyo., Brian Burrington and wife Gisele of South Kirby, Michael Burrington and wife Marsha of Sutton, Randy Burrington and wife Lisa of West Danville, Wendy Burrington Switser and companion Alan Colburn of West Burke, Douglas Burrington and wife Cindy of Lyndon; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Wayne, a sister Edith Bandy, son Reginald and daughter Raylene Johnson Burrington. A memorial service will be held at Lyndonville United Methodist Church on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 11 a.m. with the Rev. Barbara A. Dwyer, officiant. Interment will be in the Woodmont Cemetery in East Burke. The family requests memorial contribution be made in Wilma's name to the Area Agency on Aging, Division of Disability and Aging Services at 102 South Main St., Waterbury, VT 05671-2301

, 90, of South Ryegate, died Oct. 29, 2006, at his home. Born on Sept. 16, 1916, in Stowe, Vt., he was the son of George A. and Mattie E. (Flanders) Towle. He married Natalie H. Brown on Sept. 2, 1939. He retired from the granite saw plant in South Ryegate. Mr. Towle was a member, trustee and elder of the South Ryegate Presbyterian Church, a member of Pulaski Lodge 58 F & AM and Corinthian Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. He was the worthy grand patron for the state of Vermont in 1983. Mr. Towle was predeceased by a daughter-in-law, Sally A. (Boyce) Towle; a brother, Everett; and two sisters, Elna and Erma. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Natalie Towle of South Ryegate; a daughter, Kathleen H. Fiske and her husband Kendall of Washington, Vt.; two sons, Alan R. Towle and his wife Sandy of Danville, Vt., and Erwin R. Towle and his friend Carol A. Adams of Dracut, Mass.; seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; a brother, Elroy Towle and his wife Hope of Eden, Vt. and Largo, Fla.; two sisters, Edna Towle of Morrisville, Vt. and Dowling Park, Fla., and Ethelda Chamberlain of Hooksett, N.H.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. An Eastern Star and Masonic service will be recited for family and friends at 6 p.m. with calling hours to follow from 6:30-8: p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2006, at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. A funeral service will be held Thursday, Nov. 2, 2006, at 2 p.m., at the South Ryegate Presbyterian Church, South Ryegate, Vt., with the Rev. Dr. Catherine Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Pinehurst Cemetery in South Ryegate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the South Ryegate Presbyterian Church, in care of Mr. Jeff Fraser, 3213 Ryegate Road, East Ryegate, VT 05042.

, 81, of Derby, passed away in Newport on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2006. He was born in Holland on May 10, 1925, the son of the late Riley and Sadie (Judd) Worth. On Sept. 25, 1948, he married Loella Newman, who predeceased him on Dec. 12, 1993. Mr. Worth entered the United States Navy on July 21, 1944, and was honorably discharged on July 3, 1946, serving his country during World War II. He owned and operated a farm in Holland for many years. He also worked as a self-employed carpenter, an assistant rural route mailman in Derby Line, and a machinist at Butterfield's. He was a North Country Union High School and Holland School board member for 22 years, a moderator for the town of Holland, and a justice of the peace. He was a member and Past Exalted Ruler of the Newport Elks B.P.O.E. #2105, a member of the American Legion Newport Post #21, and a member of the Holland Historical Society. He was an Elks cribbage player and participated in many statewide cribbage tournaments, where he was runner up and winner numerous times. He enjoyed playing bingo and was an avid golfer. Cyril is survived by his children, Cheryl Marandola and her husband Richard of St. Johnsbury, William "Bill" Worth and his wife JoAnne of Newport, Gregory Worth and his wife Anne of Hyde park, and Jeffrey Worth of Essex Junction; his grandchildren, Erin, Nicholas, Brittaney, Lisa, Justin, Ryan, Nathan, Evan, Riley, Stephanie, Samantha and Sean; his great-grandchildren, Ethan, and Sylvie Kyla June; his companion, Phyllis Davio of Newport; his sisters, Wanita Stone of Tallahassee, Fla., and Phyllis Armstrong and her husband William of Derby Line; and his brother-in-law, Carroll Fox of Derby. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel, 37 Lake Road, Newport (formerly Bay Street) on Tuesday, Sept. 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. Members of B.P.O.E. #2155 will conduct an Elks service at the funeral home at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Parking and easy ramped entrance in rear of funeral home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 6 at the Derby United Church at 11 a.m. with the Rev. John Genco officiating. Interment will follow at the Mead Hill Cemetery in Holland with full military honors. A reception will follow at the Elks Club. Should friends desire, contributions in Cyril's memory may be made to Silver Towers, Elks Newport Lodge #2155, P.O. Box 888, Derby, VT 05829.

, 46, of Bethlehem, N.H., passed away Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2006, at her home surrounded by her family after a courageous battle was lost to cancer. Ms. Guyer was born on Dec. 2, 1959, a daughter to Louis and Elaine (Medeiros) DeSouza in New Bedford, Mass. Gayle worked as a waitress at the 4 Seasons Restaurant and the Baker Brook Restaurant. She also worked as a secretary at the Mittersill Vacation Condominiums in Franconia, after which she operated her own daycare from her home. Surviving family includes two daughters, Meredith and her husband David Morgan of Vermont, and Mindy Guyer and her partner Kristin Beard of Bethlehem; two grandchildren, Caleb Morgan of Vermont, and Savannah Canto of Bethlehem; three brothers, Louis DeSouza and his partner Joseph Briggs, Michael and his wife Susan DeSouza, and Manuel and his wife Debra DeSouza, all of New Hampshire; her companion, Joseph "Buddy" Canto of Bethlehem; one sister, Grace Franco of Hansen, Mass.; five nephews; a niece; one great-nephew; three great-nieces; very good friends, Gary Guyer and Lorisa Parker of Littleton, N.H., and Joseph Canto and Amber Carriere of Bethlehem; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Her sister, Elaine "Dolly" Hardy, predeceased her. Services will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date. Donations may be made to North Country Home Health Hospice, 536 Cottage St., Littleton, NH 03561.

, 87, of Guildhall, died at her home Saturday evening, Sept. 2, 2006. Mrs. Clark was born in Exeter, N.H., on Sept. 9, 1918, the daughter of Forrest and Edna (Stevens) James. Arlene enjoyed gardening and sewing. In earlier years, she also enjoyed playing cards with friends and riding snowmobiles. Family members include two sons, Dean Clark and his wife Mary Jane of Guildhall, and William Clark and his wife Lynne of Lancaster, N.H.; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl Clark; and a son, Richard Clark. There are no visiting hours. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 5, at 1 p.m., in Ridgwell Cemetery, Guildhall. The Rev. Brenden Whittaker will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations, may be made in Arlene's memory to the Groveton Ambulance Corps, in care of Sandra Mason, Arlington Ave., Groveton, NH 03582.

, formerly of Lyndonville, died Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2006, at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation center in St. Johnsbury, at the age of 94. She was born Nov. 6, 1911, in Lyndonville, daughter of the late George W. and Lucy (Blodgett) Randall. After attending Lyndonville schools, she married Floyd G. Randall on Jan. 25, 1930. Margaret was an active member of the Lyndonville United Methodist Church for 55 years, working with the women's group on many church suppers, as well as in the church food booth at the Caledonia County Fair. She also was a member of the VFW Auxiliary Post 10038 of Lyndonville, Eastern Star, and Olive Branch Rebekah Lodge 4 of St. Johnsbury, formerly Juniper Branch 9 of Lyndonville. She loved people, and enjoyed helping friends and neighbors. Survivors include two sons, Robert Randall of East Brunswick, N.J., and William Randall and his wife Patricia of Groton; a daughter, Esther Nicholas and her husband Lyman of Bellows Falls; eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Randall of Lyndonville; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, Floyd Randall, in 2000; a son, James Randall; a daughter, Beverly Laplant and her husband Bernard; her brother, Edward Randall; and a daughter-in-law, Lucille Randall. Funeral services will be held Friday, Sept. 8, at 2 p.m., at the Lyndonville United Methodist Church with the Rev. Barbara Dwyer officiating. Friends may meet with the family in the church hall following the service. Burial in Lyndon Center Cemetery will be private and held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Margaret's memory may be directed to Lyndon Rescue Inc., P.O. Box 401, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, 62, of Richboro, Pa., died Sept. 1, 2006, after battling pancreatic cancer. Born in Portsmouth, N.H., Doug was raised in Danville, the son of the late Reginald and Olive Smith. He graduated from Danville High School in 1962 and completed his bachelor of arts degree at the University of Maine. Doug always kept up on what was happening back home. His brother Ron predeceased him Nov. 30, 2003. Doug's career in public service spanned 30 years with the city of Philadelphia. During the last 19 years of service, Doug was deputy city treasurer, and eventually city treasurer. He enjoyed working with the diverse administrations that spanned his career. Prior to his retirement in 1999 from the city, Doug fulfilled a childhood dream: he obtained his Pennsylvania Auctioneer's License. Doug was a natural because he loved to talk. He had great voice, a wonderful sense of humor and always loved a good joke. Prior to his illness, he recently did auctions for Pennsylvania and Vermont area organizations, including the Danville Congo Church and North Danville Community Club. Doug's personal interests were as varied as those people and organizations with which he worked. He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Pythias of Danville, an avid skier, member of the Franklinville German Singer Chorus and the Canstatter German Association. He will be sadly missed working on the wurst wheel at their annual Labor Day Festival and at Danville Fair during the Chicken Bar-B-Q. He is survived by his wife, Anne M. Hennigar; two children, Caroline M. Smith of Manhattan, N.Y., and Douglas A. Smith II of San Clemente, Calif.; a stepson, Jeffrey M. Hennigar of Richboro, Pa.; his sister, Dianne Langmaid and her husband Don and family of Danville, Vt.; a sister-in-law, Andrea Smith and family of Derby Vt.; a cousin, Mrs. Martha Dole of Danville; as well as a large multi-aged group of close friends and local acquaintances. A celebration of life service will be held this Saturday, Sept. 9, 2006, at 11 a.m., at the Danville Congregational Church.

, born Jan. 1, 1983, in Show Low, Ariz., died Aug. 28 2006, in Iraq from non-combatant medical complications. Spc. Schneider enlisted in the Army in October 2003 in an effort to serve his country and continue his education. After graduating from Gorham High School in June 2001, he attended New Hampshire Community College in Nashua, focusing on computer technology. Matthew was always helping people with technical computer problems, from building computers at home to setting up his dad's office network. Matthew really watched out for people, was quick to phone if he heard anyone was suffering, and had even made a home video for his stepmother when her battle with cancer worsened. Matthew was pleased to be in Iraq. He found the people of Iraq to be grateful and appreciative of the support from his unit, and he was glad to be part of that effort. Matthew was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He planned to tour Europe with his parents after his tour of duty, finish his college education, and had hopes to some day marry. Matthew is survived by Cynthia and Mark Tardiff of Lunenburg, Vt.; his father, Andrew Schneider of Kittery, Maine; his sister, Sarah Gray of Fairfax, Va.; and four stepbrothers, David Guenette of San Francisco, Calif., Matthew Guenette of Madison, Wis., Martin Guenette of Providence, R.I., and Alex Tardiff of Lancaster, N.H.; his grandmother, Catherine Botzum of Littleton, N.H.; Uncle(s) Steve Botzum of Odenton, Md., and Nathan Schneider of Salt Lake City, Utah; and Aunt Judith Schneider of Kaysville, Utah. Schneider will be buried with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., Sept. 7, 2006. In lieu of flowers, donations may be mailed to Spc. Matthew Evan Schneider Foundation Scholarship, 5 Badgers Island West No. 4, Kittery, ME 03904; tel. 801-529-3033; or to help those in need in the town of Lunenburg, Vt., mail checks to Town Clerk Patricia Scott, P.O. Box 54, Lunenburg, VT 05906.

, 70, of Westmore, Vt., passed away peacefully in her home Sept. 2, 2006. Dorothy was the only child of Delwin and Irene (High) Bailey. She was born in Lyndon, Vt., in 1935. She joins her devoted canine friend Shilo, who predeceased her in the winter of 2006. Dorothy worked for Umbrella Inc. of St. Johnsbury, the Loyal Order of Moose and was a member of the Westmore Ladies Aide Society. She was an avid fan of NASCAR and driver Bobby Labonte. Dorothy loved to go dancing and socializing with her friends at Shelly's in West Burke. Dorothy is survived by her four children, Fredrick L. Allard Jr. and his wife Melanie of Lyndon, Vikki J. Stoddard and her husband Randy of Lyndonville, Chris R. Allard of Lyndon Center, and Keith E. Allard of East Burke; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and her loving feline companion, Angel. Dorothy also leaves behind the following close friends who were very supportive of her during her illness, Janet Grant, John and Linda Corey, her neighbors Vicki Simino and Richard Dibiri of Westmore, and Candy Humphrey. The family requests memorial donations in Dorothy's memory be made to the Elizabeth H. Brown Humane Society, P.O. Box 6, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819; or Westmore Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 126, Orleans, VT 05860. Dorothy asked that there be no visiting hours. There will be a graveside ceremony on Friday, Sept. 8, at 11 a.m., at the Lyndon Center Cemetery. The family would like to thank the following for their ongoing support during Dorothy's illness: Kimball Johnson, the caring folks from Northern Exposure Store, the third-floor staff of the Newport Hospital, and Orleans Essex Hospice and Friends. A special thanks for the dedication, care, support and love provided by her loving daughter-in-law, Melanie Allard.

, 76, died Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2006, at home in Royalton surrounded by her family. She was born Aug. 3, 1930, in Ryegate, Vt., the second of 13 children of Arthur and Amanda (Locke) Cassady. She attended school in Monroe and Littleton, N.H. She was married to Maynard "Bunny" Ingraham on July 1, 1951, in Littleton. After her parents died, they purchased a farm in Littleton and raised six of her brothers and sisters. They operated Bunny's Transportation together in Littleton, and after moving to Royalton in 1964, continued its operation until 1971. They moved to Enfield in 1978 where they lived until Mr. Ingraham died in 1993. She moved to White River Jct. in 1998 and returned to Royalton in 2000 where she has lived since. Mrs. Ingraham worked for a short time at GW Plastics in Bethel and later at 25,000 Gifts in White River Jct. She was a member of the United Church of South Royalton and enjoyed spending time at the South Royalton Senior Center, especially the meals on Tuesdays and Thursdays and the bus tours. She was also a member of the Veteran's of Foreign Wars Post 2571 Auxiliary and the Post 26 American Legion Auxiliary both in White River Jct. She enjoyed cooking and reading, especially newspapers. Her greatest joy in life was her family and she devoted most of her life to children, including raising her brothers, sisters, sons and daughters, and helping to care for her grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband; a daughter, Susan Farrell; two sisters, Louise and Marie Cassady; and two brothers, Roger and Allen Cassady. She is survived by three sons, Roy Ingraham (Kay) of Royalton, Gary Ingraham (Corinne) of South Royalton, and Jack Ingraham (Kathy) of Lebanon, NH; a daughter, Judy Williams (Dale) of South Royalton; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; five sisters, Ella Clough of White River Jct., Audrey Bogie of Ryegate, Vt., Velma Lucas of Littleton, N.H., Norma Gilman of St. Albans, Vt., and Linda MacGowan of Hinesburg, Vt.; three brothers, Arthur Cassady and Lewis Cassady, both of Lancaster, N.H., and Michael Cassady of Littleton, N.H.; as well as many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Knight Funeral Home in White River Jct. Saturday from 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the United Church of South Royalton on Sunday at 3 p.m., with committal services at the North Monroe Cemetery in Monroe, N.H., Monday at 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the South Royalton Senior Center, P.O. Box 344, South Royalton, VT 05068.

, 88, of 400 Webber Road, Spartanburg, S.C., died Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2006, at White Oak Estates. Born March 6, 1918, in Salisbury, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Andrew Jackson Warren, MD, of Gordonton, N.C., and Margaret Spurgeon Warren of Hillsboro, N.C. A graduate of Goddard College in Vermont, she attended Salem College in Winston Salem, N.C., and The Sorbonne in Paris, France. She was a social work supervisor in Vermont and retired from social work in San Mateo County, Calif. She enjoyed wood sculpture, poetry, and spiritual development, and was a member of the Unity Church. Survivors include her husband, Thomas Chesbrough; a daughter, Huldah Warren of Brevard, N.C.; two sons, Jonathan Tenney of California, and Mark Tenney of Maine; three stepsons, Tate Chesbrough of Alabama, and William Chesbrough and David Chesbrough, both of Vermont; and a number of grandchildren and stepgrandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Carleton Warren Tenney; and a sister, Huldah Warren Scott. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, 2006, at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Spartanburg Humane Society, 150 Dexter Road, Spartanburg, SC 29303. Mom, known to her friends as Peggy or Peg, was a remarkable person. In her nearly 90 years of life, she was a spiritual light and mentor to many people. We, her three surviving children, remember her as fiercely independent with a passionate commitment to nurturing and protecting our true selves ... Teaching us to question authority and look within for a deeper guidance. She was deeply intuitive and inquiring into the psychological and spiritual nature of life, and fostered in us a profound sense of the Mystery, and faith in the Truth which passes understanding. She loved nature and all the natural ways of being, was a gifted artist and creative writer, a social and political activist for peace and justice. She spent many years working in the field of social work where she put her gifts of humanness, vulnerability and a capacity for unconditional love to good service. Tom Chesbrough, her surviving husband and true love, describes her as "full of love, compassion and understanding." And, also as someone who had definite values with strong beliefs and ideals. She was an avid reader of spiritual, metaphysical and philosophical literature, and could often be quite insistent in her desire to discuss those ideas with him. These discussions were often an opportunity to engage in the healthy spirit of irony and humor and playfulness. Tom says, "We always went to bed holding hands, I will miss her terribly."

, 63, of Lyndonville, died peacefully at her home Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006. She was born July 23, 1943 in Peterborough, N.H., the daughter of the late Joesph T. and Helen D. (Abbott) Gobeil Sr. Clara grew up on the family farm in Jaffrey, N.H. Over the years she worked hard and played hard. For many years she worked in the Manchester, N.H., area as a certified nurse's aide and was a private hospice caregiver as well. She truly enjoyed helping people. Cooking, knitting and gardening brought her great pleasure. She loved her cats, nature and especially her family. In recent years, Clara enjoyed being a part of the "gang" at Riverside Life Enrichment Center in Lyndonville. Survivors include two sons, Kevin Chase and his wife Anna Lowe of California, and Jon Chase and his companion Laurie Stone of St. Johnsbury; four grandchildren; two brothers, Joesph T. Gobeil Jr. of Hawaii, and Charles Gobeil of Maine; six sisters, Constance McKnight of Texas, Joyce Cote of Antrim, N.H., Jacquline Flanders of Manchester, N.H., Janet Mareno of Manchester, N.H., Jane Hernandez of Jaffrey, N.H., and Judith Ferren of Errol, N.H.; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald Vicaire; and a brother, James H. Gobeil. A memorial service will be held Friday, Sept. 15, at 11 a.m., at the Guibord Funeral Home with the Rev. Patrick Forman officiating. Friends may meet with the family beginning one hour prior to the start of the service, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Clara's memory may be directed to Riverside Life Enrichment Center, 2104 East Burke Road, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

of West Burke passed away Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006, at his home following a lengthy illness. The son of Elvin and Ethelyn (Gaskin) Switser, he was born June 14, 1929, in Lyndon. He married Catherine Powers, July 1, 1950, in Lyndonville; together they raised a son, Bob. Bob was a truck driver, owning and operating B.S. Enterprises. His love was two-fold: truck driving and raising, working, driving and training horses. He owned and operated Sunny Brook Farm in West Burke. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Catherine P. Switser of West Burke; their son, Bob Switser of Lyndonville; grandson, Shane Switser and his wife Emily; great-grandchildren, Olivia Switser, Colby Switser and Ella Morgan Switser; a brother, Stanley Switser and his wife Debbie. Bob was predeceased by his parents; three brothers, Reginald, Dean and Arnold; and a great-grandson, Joshua R. Switser. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 1 p.m. at Pearsons Funeral Home with Pastor David Colwell, officiant. Visiting hours will be Monday, Sept. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m., also at the funeral home. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery, East Burke. Donations in Bob's memory may be made to: Caledonia Home Health Care, Sherman Drive, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819; or to a charity of one's choice.

, 82, of North Haverhill, N.H., formerly of Spring Hill, Fla., died Sept. 13, 2006, at the Grafton County Nursing Home. She was born in Burlington, Vt., Sept. 30, 1923, the daughter of Angus J. and Marcia (Austin) Beaton. She graduated from Woodsville High School, Class of 1941, and Bay Path Business College, Springfield, Mass., Class of 1942. Erlene moved to Washington, D.C., where she worked as a legal secretary and later for the National 4-H Foundation. She married George F. Scheller on March 9, 1943. They continued to live in Washington, DC, and Woodsville, N.H., before retiring to Spring Hill, Fla., in 1980 where she resided until 2002. She then moved to West Springfield, Mass., to be closer to her son and daughter-in-law, and most recently has been a resident at the Grafton County Nursing Home. Mrs. Scheller enjoyed needlepoint and other handwork, and spending time with her family. Over the years she belonged to the National 4H Foundation. She was predeceased by her husband, George F. Scheller, in November 1999. Survivors include two sons, Col. George F. Scheller, (USAF Ret.), and his wife Patricia McQuaide of Westfield, Mass., and Richard A. Scheller and his wife Cathy of Midlothian,Va.; three sisters, Thelma Klark and her husband Winthrop of Spring Hill, Fla., Virginia Kidder and her husband Donald of Woodsville, N.H., and Jacquelyn Estes of Lisbon, N.H.; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.; eight nieces, seven nephews and cousins. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held on Monday, Sept. 18, at 1 p.m. at the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H., with the Rev. Vadia Boudreau, reverend of the Woodsville United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

, 62, of the Easton Road, Franconia, N.H., passed away at the Littleton Regional Hospital, Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2006, following a brief and sudden illness. She was born in Littleton, daughter of Wendell and Fontelle (Aldrich) Silver. She grew up in Lisbon, N.H., and spent most of her adult life in Franconia. She was one of the founding members of the Franconia Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, and a member of the Franconia Police Department Women's Auxiliary. Priscilla sold AVON for 25-plus years and was employed by the Franconia Chamber of Commerce for the past 20 years. In her spare time, she loved playing the "scratch tickets," bowling, doing crossword puzzles, baking and caring for her family and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Ronald Hunt of Franconia; three daughters, Audrey Champagne of Lisbon, N.H., Kathleen Boulanger of Littleton, N.H., and Mattie-Jean Scheidt of Burlington, Vt.; eight grandchildren; two sisters, Barbara Casey of Franconia, N.H., and Margery Cyr of Sugar Hill, N.H. A celebration of her life will take place at the Sugar Hill Meeting House, Sugar Hill, N.H., Sunday, Sept. 17, at 1 p.m. The family has requested that casual attire is the mode of dress. Those who wish, in lieu of flowers, may make donations in her memory to The Lafayette Lions Club, P.O. Box 575, Franconia, NH 03580, for an educational scholarship.

of West Burke passed away Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006, at his home following a lengthy illness. The son of Elvin and Ethelyn (Gaskin) Switser, he was born June 14, 1929, in Lyndon. He married Catherine Powers, July 1, 1950, in Lyndonville; together they raised a son, Bob. Bob was a truck driver, owning and operating B.S. Enterprises. His love was two-fold: truck driving and raising, working, driving and training horses. He owned and operated Sunny Brook Farm in West Burke. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Catherine P. Switser of West Burke; their son, Bob Switser of Lyndonville; grandson, Shane Switser and his wife Emily; great-grandchildren, Olivia Switser, Colby Switser and Ella Morgan Switser; a brother, Stanley Switser and his wife Debbie. Bob was predeceased by his parents; three brothers, Reginald, Dean and Arnold; and a great-grandson, Joshua R. Switser. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 1 p.m. at Pearsons Funeral Home with Pastor David Colwell, officiant. Visiting hours will be Monday, Sept. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m., also at the funeral home. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery, West Burke. Donations in Bob's memory may be made to: Caledonia Home Health Care, Sherman Drive, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819; or to a charity of one's choice.

, 65, died Thursday, Sept. 14, 2006, in his daughter's home in Colchester, surrounded by his children after a brief battle with cancer. He was born in St. Albans, Vt., on Nov. 4, 1940, the son of the late Henry James and Lois (McInnis) McGill and was raised and attended schools in Island Pond. Irish served in the United States Army and was later married on Nov. 27, 1965, to Florence Nutting, who predeceased him in 1998. He was employed with Gulf Oil Company, Vermont Transit, Sears, as a service tech manager, Florida Home Builders, Home Depot and most recently owned his own handyman business. Irish was a past grand master of Seneca Lodge 40 in Milton, Vt. He enjoyed woodworking, golfing, deer camp and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his three children, Lynnette R. Rabidoux and her husband David of Colchester, Melissa E. Schmigel and her husband Dennis of Essex, and James I. McGill Jr. and his wife Tesi of Savannah, Ga.; eight grandchildren, who affectionately called him "Grampie," Ashley, Heidi, Ben, Brianne, Katlyn, Lynneah, Miranda and Hannah. He also leaves one sister, Linda Thomas of Florida; his mother-in-law, Thelma Nutting of Lyndonville, Vt.; and several nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and many close friends. He was predeceased by his close friend, Ronnie Curtis. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2006, at 4 p.m. in the LaVigne Funeral Home. A Masonic funeral service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Interment will be at a later date at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Champlain Valley, 1110 Prim Road, Colchester, VT 05446.

, 66, of Maple Street in St. Johnsbury passed away, Friday morning, Sept. 15, 2006, at The Pines in Lyndon. She was born in Barre Sept. 9, 1940, the daughter of R. Carmen and Nina (Pond) Amadon. She grew up in Barre, attended Barre City schools, and worshiped at the Presbyterian Church in Barre. She was a sewing machine operator at several St. Johnsbury sites including the old St. Johnsbury Glovers and Quality Control Stitching. She is survived by her husband, Jim Alexander of St. Johnsbury (P.O. Box 673 05819); five children, Michael Alexander of Adelanto, Calif., Wendy Alexander of St. Johnsbury, Donna Gibson and her husband Wayne of Castleton Vt., James Alexander Jr. of St. Johnsbury, Michele Bonnin and her husband Marcel of Orleans, Vt.; grandchildren, Eric, Justin, Makaylla, Erin, Joshua, Ryan, Schyler and Nicholas; brother, Richard C. Amadon Jr. of Poultney, Vt.; a sister, Norma Patria of Manchester, N.H.; a very special cousin, Connie Gammell of St. Johnsbury; other cousins, nieces and nephews. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, age 86, of the Oregon Road in East Concord, passed away on Thursday evening, Sept. 14, 2006, at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. Lavinia was born on Dec. 12, 1919, in Brownington, Vt., the daughter of Wallace and Shirley (Davis) LaFoe. She is survived by her daughter, Rebecca (Leonard) Bjornstad of Cedarville, Ohio. There are also several stepchildren, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Lavinia was predeceased by her parents, Wallace and Shirley LaFoe of Brownington, her husband Raymond Tetreault, a son Eustis "Benny" Leonard of Island Pond, and a daughter Joyce (Wyman) Cushman of Gilman. There will be a memorial service at the First Congregational Church on Route 135 in Dalton, N.H., on Monday, Sept. 18, at 1 p.m. A time of fellowship will immediately follow the service at the Dalton Town Hall next door to the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to the Gilman Senior Center, P.O. Box 38, Gilman, VT 05904.

, 79 years old, on Sept. 16, 2006. He fought a short, intense battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving children and their families. He made the journey with great dignity and independence, leaving those children with a vast amount of admiration for his strength. Paul was born on June 18, 1927 in Hardwick, Vt. At the end of World War II he served with the United States Air Force 29th Communications Squadron from Feb. 27, 1946 to Feb. 3, 1949. He was self-employed for most of his life, always following his independent spirit by trying his hand at a variety of adventures. Some of those included building and operating a railroad museum in East Ryegate, traveling the northeast as a carnival owner, and making and selling pottery. He was a gifted musician who for many years called square dances with his own band at the local dance halls. He most recently spent countless hours composing his own music and recording it on CDs and DVDs, selling them throughout the northeast. He was an avid trout fisherman, taking great pleasure in exploring with his family and friends remote beaver ponds in the back woods of Vermont. German Shepherds were also some loyal companions over the years, his latest being Teddy. Paul was predeceased by his father, Walter; his mother, Olive; and his wife, Pauline. He is survived by three children and their families, a son, Steven Fuller and his wife Sharon, grandchildren Christopher Fuller and Theresa May and her husband Brian, and great-grandchildren Steven and Ava May; a daughter, Melodie McLane and her husband Scott, and grandchildren Joshua, Justin, Caleb and Collin McLane; a son, Brian Fuller and his wife Melinda, and grandchildren Nyoka Lynn, Alexander and Kirsten Fuller. On Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m., family and friends will gather at the Sayles Funeral Home. Committal services will be held later at the convenience of the family.

, 84, of Agawam, Mass., died Saturday in Baystate Medical Center. Dorothy was born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., and had lived in Agawam 40 years before moving to Westfield in 1980. She worked at American Bosch and Buxton for many years. Her husband, Basil, died in 1974. She leaves four sons, Donald of Titusville, Fla., Basil of Easthampton, Mass., Robert of Warren, Mass., and David of Enfield, Conn.; a sister, Rachael McIntosh of Indian Orchard, Mass.; six grandchildren, Jennell, Jonathon, Sarah, Melissa, David and Steven; and three great-grandchildren, Sebastian, Mason and Patrick. The funeral will be held at the West Springfield Curran-Jones Funeral Home on Wednesday at 11 a.m., with private burial in Oak Grove Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday 4-7 p.m.

, 87, formerly of Portland Street, died Monday morning, Sept. 18, 2006, at Weeks Medical Center, Lancaster. Mrs. Giroux was born in Westfield, Vt., on June 28, 1919, the daughter of Edward and Gertrude (Kendell) King. Frances was raised in Westfield and Troy, Vt. She attended Fanny Allen nursing college in Burlington where she became a registered nurse. While she was there she met and married her late husband, Andre F. Giroux. During her nursing career she worked at several hospitals throughout Northern New Hampshire and Vermont, including Grafton, West Stewartstown and Weeks Memorial Hospital. She had been a resident of Lancaster since the 1970s. Her hobbies included crocheting and word searches. Family members include her daughter, Carolyn Gleason of Lancaster; two granddaughters, Sarah Darling and her husband Henry of Groton, Vt., and Nina Hollstein and her husband Karl of Newbury, Vt.; five great-grandchildren, Danielle Hollstein, Fantasia Darling, Caleb Hollstein, Emily Darling and Jamie Darling; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her aforementioned husband; and a daughter, Virginia Bolster. There are no visiting hours. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday morning, Sept. 21, at 10 a.m., at All Saints Church, Lancaster. The Rev. Raymond Ball, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Lancaster. Donations may be made in her memory to Weeks Home Health, Main Street, Lancaster, NH 03584; or a charity of one's choice.

, 100, a Lyndon resident, passed away Sunday, Sept. 17, 2006, at her daughter's home. Daughter of the late Louis A. and Mabel (McQuesten) Spencer, she was born July 4, 1906, in Plymouth, N.H. A native of Plymouth, N.H., Lillian married Fred A. Baker on July 6, 1925, in Plymouth. She came to Lyndon in 1994 to be with her daughter. Lillian enjoyed knitting afghans, cooking and music. At the age of 60, she learned to drive a car and really enjoyed the freedom that brought. She was a 35-year member of the grange. Lillian is survived by her daughter, Marjorie Burrington of Lyndon; a sister, Zanita Collins of Rumney, N.H.; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two daughters, Pauline Inez Baker and Virginia Mae Baker; her husband, Fred; five brothers, Archie, Harry, Leon, Charlie and Arnold; and one sister, Marion. Visiting hours will be at the Pearsons Funeral Home, located at 70 Church St., Lyndonville, on Wednesday evening between 6-8 p.m. A graveside service will be in the Riverside Cemetery in Plymouth, N.H., Thursday at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Margaret Bickford officiant. Memorial contributions can be made in Lillian's name to the Riverside Life Enrichment Center.

, 87, died in the peace and comfort of his home on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2006. He spent his last weeks surrounded in the warmth, love and caring of family, friends and neighbors. He was born Sept. 24, 1918, to Judge Glenn C. and Flora (Hudson) Howland in Windsor, Vt. He was raised in Windsor and worked on farms during his youth. He attended schools in Windsor and graduated from Mount Hermon School in Gill, Mass., in 1937, and attended the Stockbridge School of Agriculture in Amherst, Mass. He married Marjorie Spear on Aug. 17, 1940, and they owned and operated dairy and poultry farms in Pomfret and Hartland until 1957. His career was as varied as his interests and enthusiasm in life. He was employed by Windsor Machine Products and Mt. Ascutney Ski Area. He went on to work for Vermont State government from 1959 to 1982 as a farm placement officer in the state Employment Office in Barre, an institutional parole officer in the Windsor prison, a probation officer, and later as a drug and alcohol counselor in Windsor County. After retiring, he was elected assistant judge for Windsor County, serving until 1991. His volunteer actions included serving on the board of directors for the Windsor County Visiting Nurses Association and the Fletcher Farm in Ludlow, Vt. He was an active participant in Hartland town government affairs over the years serving as overseer of the poor, school director, fence viewer, town grand juror and justice of the peace, performing some of the earliest civil unions in Vermont. He was a proud member of the Windsor Rotary Club for 42 years where he was a Paul Harris Fellow and served as the club secretary for 10 years. He was an active member of the Unitarian Universalist Church in Hartland Four Corners, Vt. He also volunteered on the Court Diversion Board and the Advisory Council of Volunteers in Action. He was a published author of "You Can't Name a Woodchuck in a Hurry," a collection of favorite stories. Jim had a keen interest in local, state and national politics and was never one who lacked an opinion on a subject. He was well-known for his humor, knowledge of local lore, storytelling, fruit pies and an ever present twinkle in his eye. He believed in helping to provide second chances for those on his case load and was known to open doors for many people. He was predeceased by two infant daughters; his wife in 1996; and his brother, John H. Howland, in 2003. Jim is survived by a daughter, Judith Howland of Hartland and her children Kaija Percy and her husband Jeff, Sigrid Lium and Astrid Lium; a son, Philip Howland and his wife Cathy of Springfield and their children Elizabeth and Chelsea Howland; a son, Robert Howland and his wife Mary Jean Wasik of Pittsford and their children Parker and Avery Howland; one sister, Dorothy Fenoff of Jacksonville, Fla.; one great-grandson, Tydus Percy, and his brother, Dakotah; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service to celebrate Jim's life will be held on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2006, at 3 p.m. at the Universalist Church in Hartland Four Corners with the Rev. Paul Sawyer and the Rev. Susie Phoenix officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Windsor Rotary Club, P.O. Box 296, Windsor, VT 05089-0296.

, of Carver, Mass., formerly of Norwell, Mass., died Monday, Sept. 18, 2006, in Centerville, Mass., at the age of 78. Christie was born April 9, 1928, in St. Johnsbury, Vt., to David and Abigail (Welch) Whitehill. She lived in Norwell before moving to Carver in 1983. She lived in South Meadow Village in Carver. She worked for John Hancock as a clerk for 12 years, until 1990. She worked at Sears in Hanover, Mass., in the 1970s. She was also a teacher and librarian in Connecticut. She was a member of the South Meadow Village Garden Club and member of the United Parish in Carver. She enjoyed reading and knitting. She was the wife of the late Joseph J. Valluzzi; mother of Deborah Pratt and her husband Stephen of Carver; sister of Margaret Paulsen of North Carolina, and the late Albert, Alvin, Austin, John, Lynwood, Helen Whitehill and Annie Crown; and grandmother of Christopher and Michael Pratt of Carver. Calling hours will be held Thursday, Sept. 21, 2006, from 5-8 p.m. at the Shepherd Funeral Home, 116 Main St. (Route 58), Carver, Mass. A funeral service will be held Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, at the United Parish Church in Carver at 10 a.m. Burial will be in the Washington Street Cemetery in Norwell. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472; or the St. Johnsbury Academy, Development Office, P.O. Box 906, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 68, of Horn of the Moon Road, East Montpelier, Vt., died Saturday, Sept. 16, 2006, at Central Vermont Medical Center after a long illness. He was born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., on Jan. 30, 1938, the son of the late Archie and Emma Clark. James graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1956 and attended Norwich University, UVM and St. Francis of New York College in pursuit of his studies. He also served as a member of the National Guard for six years. He married Judith (Judy) Shank of Frenchtown, Pa., on Oct. 16, 1971. He was employed for many years as a foreman with both Lane Construction Company and APAC, a division of Ashland Oil. He retired in 1999. "Jock" was an outstanding athlete throughout his school years and an avid fan of all sports. He spent many hours of leisure time reading and volunteered hours of services to both the Central Vermont Humane Society and the Central Vermont Adult Basic Education program. He was a long time member of the St. Johnsbury Elks. Survivors, in addition to his wife of 35 years, Judith (Judy) Shank Clark, include many cousins, sister-in-laws and brother-in-laws. There are no calling hours. A celebration of life gathering of family and friends will be held at the St. Johnsbury Elks Club on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, at 1 p.m. A burial will be held at a later date at Clarkside Cemetery in Pembroke, Maine. Arrangements are being handled by Guare & Sons Funeral Home, 30 School St., Montpelier, Vt. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Vermont Humane Society, P.O. Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601; or to St. Johnsbury Academy, P.O. Box 906, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 35, of St. Johnsbury, died late Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2006, as the result of a collision with a moose on Interstate 93 in Waterford. It was the eve of his 10th wedding anniversary. He was born in St. Johnsbury May 19, 1971, the son of Theodore and Cynthia (Hanson) Buck. His father passed away November of 1997. Nate's greatest love was his children. He spent countless hours playing video games with Jake, snuggling with Sydney, and was so proud of them in their schoolwork. He was impressed with Jakob's development and loved watching Sydney's dancing. He loved to play golf although his brother-in-law said he wasn't very good! He was an expert skier and taught in Colorado. Nate loved to go to work every day, greeting his clients, and being with Bob and Bill at Laconia Electric Supply in Littleton. He had fun every day and was full of life. He leaves behind his childhood sweetheart and wife of 10 years: Jennifer (Melen) Buck of St. Johnsbury (141 Winter St. 05819); she knew at 7 she was going to marry him and chased him unmercifully throughout grade school, high school and college. She finally caught and married him on Sept. 21, 1996. Besides Jennifer, he leaves his two children: daughter Sydney, his little princess, age 8, and his son Jakob, his little buddy, age 5; his mother and stepfather: Cynthia Buck and Mark Nurenberg of St. Johnsbury Center (P.O. Box 265 05863); his aunt and uncle: Brian and Joyce Hanson of Barton; his aunt: Cynthia Adams of Derby; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law. Brennon and Stephanie Melen and nephews Ethan and Evan of Danville; his sister-in-law: Michelle Abair and her husband Brian and nephews Chris and Camden of Hampstead, NC; his mother-in-law: Linda Vail of St. Johnsbury; his father-in-law and step-mother-in-law: Edward and Mary Melen of Burlington; his grandparents: Sidney and Ruth Nurenberg of Lyndonville; his best friend: Keith Vieria of St. Johnsbury; many wonderful friends and extended family. A celebration of his life will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Sunday evening from 5-8 p.m. A fund has been established for the benefit of his children. Memorial contributions could be directed to "Nathan Buck Memorial Fund," c/o Community National Bank, 857 Memorial Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 91, was discovered deceased at her home in Melbourne, Fla., on May 27, 2006, by her son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Kay Nelson. Having been under around-the-clock care of her son, Herbert Nelson, she died of hypothermia when briefly left unattended on an outside patio following Herbert's unexpected death from natural causes. Having suffered a stroke the previous winter, she was not able to care for herself. Priscilla Frances Lund was born to Walter Carlos Lund and Drucilla Elfleda Chandler on Aug. 3, 1914, in Haverhill, N.H. She married Philip Ezra Nelson on May 14, 1938, in Dorchester, Mass. They had two sons, Richard Hugh Nelson and Herbert Walter Nelson. She supported her husband, Philip, in running their farm known as "Maple Hill Farm" in North Monroe, N.H., until 1947, when they sold the Nelson-established homestead. While traveling, "to see the West," they lived on a ranch in the vicinity of Walla Walla, Wash., where Priscilla assumed the job of ranch cook. Upon returning to the East, they settled in Holbrook, Mass., where Philip managed a dairy farm. Always forward looking, Priscilla obtained a degree as a licensed practical nurse and with Philip's support, established a nursing home in Holbrook, Mass. Following this successful enterprise, she established the Nelson Nursing Home, consisting of 30 beds, in Brookline, Mass. After Philip's death in 1967, she returned to her roots in Granby, Vt., where she operated a two-bed nursing home. Following this, she operated a similar establishment in Melbourne, Fla. In recent years, she has spent her summers in Victory, Vt., an environment she richly enjoyed. She will be remembered as a devoted wife and mother, for her loving kindness to all who crossed her path, for being extremely hard working, industrious and forward-looking, for her integrity and strong religious faith, and for her home cooking that included light-crusted pies of all kinds. She is survived by her son, Richard, her daughter-in-law, Kay Nelson; three grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and two nephews and one niece. A memorial service will be held at the Monroe United Methodist Church in North Monroe, N.H., at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006. Her ashes will be interred next to her husband in the family plot in the North Monroe cemetery.

, 63, was discovered deceased at his home in Melbourne, Fla., May 27, 2006, by his brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Kay Nelson. He died unexpectedly of natural causes. Herbert Walter Nelson was born June 7, 1942, to Philip Ezra Nelson and Priscilla Frances Lund Nelson in their home on the "Maple Hill Farm" in North Monroe, N.H. Herbert was a schoolteacher, an accomplished artist and a scenic set designer for hundreds of plays presented in Melbourne, Fla. He received a bachelor of science degree in education from Tufts University in Medford, Mass., and a diploma for graduate studies in art from the Boston Museum School of Fine Arts. His passion was painting the Northeast Kingdom landscapes that often involved rock hopping on the Moose River with his dogs, family and friends. He loved nature and all of its plants and creatures. He graciously entertained and gave of his time to anyone coming to his door. For the past year, he had lovingly devoted himself to around-the-clock care of his frail mother. Herbert is survived by his brother, Richard Hugh Nelson; sister-in-law, Kay Nelson; and cousins, Bonnie Douglas Davis, Ralph Douglas Jr. and Robert Creaser. A memorial service will be held at the Monroe United Methodist Church in North Monroe, N.H., at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006. His ashes will be interred in the family plot in the North Monroe cemetery.

, 77, of Newport, passed away in Barton on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2006. He was born in St. Johnsbury on Feb. 6, 1929, the son of H. Earl and Eva (Howe) Franklin. David was a graduate of St. Johnsbury Academy and Bryant College. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a stockbroker for many years. He was a member of the Newport Rotary Club, the Kiwanis, the Masonic Order of Newport Memphremagog Lodge #65 F & AM, and the American Legion Newport Post #21. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing golf, tennis, skiing, reading, and was an active member of the United Church of Newport and its choir for over 45 years. On Oct. 5, 1957, David married the former Mary Taylor, who predeceased him in 1997. He is survived by his children, Alan Franklin and his wife Wendy of Newport, Dianne Matos and her husband Tony of Shrewsbury, Mass., and Juliet Franklin of Malden, Mass.; and his grandchildren, Michael and Matthew Matos, and Andrew Franklin. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard Franklin; and by his sister, Mary Elene Woods. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel, 37 Lake Road, Newport (formerly Bay Street) on Monday, Sept. 25 from 7 to 9 p.m. Parking and easy ramped entrance in rear of funeral home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at the United Church of Newport at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Joy Toll-Chandler officiating. Interment will follow at the Lyndon Center Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Should friends desire, contributions in David's memory may be made to North Country Hospital Diabetes Education Fund, C/O development Office, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855.

, 79, of Sheffield, passed away in Newport on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2006. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, Darling Hill Road, Newport (formerly Sias Avenue) on Monday, Sept. 25 from 4 to 8 p.m., where funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Roger Fletcher officiating. Interment will follow at the Pleasantview Cemetery in Orleans.

, 86, of St. Johnsbury, died Sunday evening, Sept. 24, 2006, at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center. A complete notice will follow in Tuesday's edition.

, 50, of North Hero, Vt., died Friday, Sept. 22, 2006, at his home with his family by his side, following a courageous battle with lung cancer. Roger was born in Athol, Mass., on Jan. 12, 1956, the son of Frederick Sr. and Hazel (Horner) Jewett. He married Linda Lewis on Sept. 5, 1995, in North Hero. Roger had been working for Menard and Sons installing underground utilities for Verizon. In addition to his wife, Linda of North Hero, Roger is survived by his mother, Hazel, and her husband Richard Powers of North Hero; his brothers, Frederick Jewett Jr. and his wife Tillie of Milton, and Carlton Jewett of Unity, N.H.; Linda's parents, Jim and MaryAnne Lewis of Woodsville, NH., his brother-in-law, Jim Lewis Jr. and his wife Alana of Littleton, N.H.; and by many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his father, Frederick Jewett Sr.; and his brother-in-law, Stephen Lewis. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Sept. 25, 2006, at 11 a.m., in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton. Burial will follow in the Jerusalem Cemetery in North Hero. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grand Isle Rescue, P.O. Box 79, Grand Isle, VT 05458.

, 79, of St. Johnsbury, died Friday afternoon, Sept. 22, 2006, at Canterbury Inn in St. Johnsbury. He was born Oct. 15, 1926, in Manchester, N.H., the only child of Charles and Jennie (Gadapee) Lovering. Cliff was raised in St. Johnsbury and following graduation from St. Johnsbury Academy, he entered the U.S. Navy during World War II. He worked for many years for Vermont Salvage on Portland Street as a truck driver and scale operator. During the last 25 years, he worked as the sexton at North Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury. For over 30 years, Cliff enjoyed spending part of his summers at Lanakela Camp for boys and girls on Lake Morey in Fairlee, Vt., busing and cooking for the campers. Survivors include many friends as well as the North Congregational Church community. He will be sadly missed. He was predeceased by his parents, his mother on Dec. 14, 1989. There will be no services. Donations made in Cliff's memory may be directed to the American Diabetes Association, Vermont Affiliate, 512 Troy Ave., Colchester, VT 05446.

, 64, died Sunday, Sept. 24, 2006. He was born in Oceanside, N.Y., on Feb. 16, 1942. He moved to Vermont in 1966 to raise his family and was a dedicated employee with St. Johnsbury Trucking for almost 30 years. During this time he devoted many hours to the youth of his community coaching Little League. George is survived by his three children, a daughter, Danielle and her husband Tim O'Brien and grandchildren Nicholas, Emily and Christopher of Williston, a daughter, Julie and her husband Jim Cogliano and grandchildren Dominic, Sydney, and a soon to be born sibling of Westford, Mass., and son, Joseph Bolch of Burke Hollow, Vt. He is also survived by his former wife and friend, Joan; his sister and brother-in-law, Joan and Tom Franko; his sister-in-law, Aileen Bolch; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Mary Bolch; his sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Clarence Doughty; and his brother, William Bolch. The family would like to express their appreciation to Starr Farm Nursing Center for their care and for the wonderful friendships formed during George's long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis. There will be no visiting hours. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday, Sept. 28, 2006, at 10 a.m., in St. Mark's Roman Catholic Church in Burlington. Interment will follow at 2 p.m. in Woodmont Cemetery, East Burke, Vt. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society, 100 Dorset St., Suite 12, So. Burlington, VT 05403.

, 86, of St. Johnsbury, Vt., died Sunday evening, Sept. 24, 2006, at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born May 12, 1920, in St. Johnsbury, a son of the late Lyle D. and Esther M. (Ball) Weston. On Feb. 2, 1948, he married Priscilla Wright Emery. For more than 40 years Norris worked in the foundry and later in the maintenance department at Fairbanks Scales Co. in St. Johnsbury, retiring in 1982. Norris enjoyed repairing things. He was considered mechanically gifted, and enjoyed working on automobiles. He also, with the help of his father, built his own house. Feeding and watching wild birds, squirrels and other wildlife brought him great pleasure. He enjoyed talking with people and using his CB radio. He loved all his pet dogs he cared for over the years. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Priscilla Weston of St. Johnsbury; a daughter, Brenda Burke and her husband Bob of Glover; two grandchildren, Robyn Baillargeon and her husband P. Jay of Wheelock, and David Burke and his wife Judy of Sheffield; three great-grandchildren, Jamie and Dan Baillargeon, and Christopher Burke; two brothers, Fred Weston of St. Johnsbury Center, and Jack Weston and his wife Betty of North Danville; three sisters and their husbands, Mabel and Norman Morin of Brimfield, Mass., Lorna and Welman Minor of Terriville, Conn., and Esther and Robert Morey of St. Johnsbury Center; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Lyle Weston; and a sister, Mary Wright. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 1 p.m., at the Guibord Funeral Home with Mr. John Sleeper officiating. Burial will follow in Westlook Cemetery in Glover. Friends may call on the family Tuesday evening (tonight) from 6-8 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations made in his memory may be directed to Caledonia Home Health Inc., P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 34, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Sept. 21, 2006. He leaves behind his wife, Melissa; along with three daughters. A complete notice will appear in the Wednesday edition of this paper.

, 60, of Littleton, N.H., died Saturday night, Sept. 23, 2006, in Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. She died of lung and kidney failure after a sudden admission to the ICU two weeks ago. Present at her death were her husband, Doug Grant, and their minister, the Rev. Brendan Hadash of the Unitarian Universalist Church of St. Johnsbury, Vt. She had lived in Littleton for three years with her husband following 10 years in Manchester, N.H. She was born in Wilton, Conn., and lived in that area until she moved to New Hampshire in 1985. Besides her husband, she is also survived by her son, Charles Rawlings of Concord, N.H.; her stepdaughters, Anjali Grant of Seattle and Ananda Grant of New York City; her sister, Barbara Williams of Tacoma, Wash.; and her ex-husband, Nicholas Rawlings of Guilford, Conn. Her daughter, Sara Rawlings, predeceased her. Susan was an artist. She attended and enjoyed a summer art program at Bennington College as recently as last month. She also enjoyed travel. In recent years the Grants visited Greece four times and also Transylvania. No funeral service is planned, but a memorial celebration will be held from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29, at the parish hall of the Littleton Congregational Church, where her "home group," the Littleton Out To Lunch Bunch, meets five times a week.

, 34, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Sept. 21, 2006. He was the beloved son of George and Jeanne Lanoue of Island Pond, Vt. He leaves behind his wife, Melissa; his three daughters, Amber, age 5, Jasmine, age 4, and Halley, 18 months; one brother, Michael Lanoue and his wife Alice and their children, Jessica, age 19, Zachary, age 16, and Tyler, age 13, of Newark, Vt. Daryl was born Dec. 11, 1971, in Putnam, Conn. He was a 1989 graduate from Killingly High School in Danielson, Conn. Daryl was a longtime resident of Brooklyn, Conn. For the past seven years, he resided with his family in Sutton, Vt. Daryl was an employee of EHV-Weidmann. He enjoyed the simple things in life, whether it was the time he spent with family, working on his motorcycle, grabbing his fishing pole or the time he spent with his dog, Buster. Daryl found true happiness being around the things he loved. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Visiting hours will be Thursday, Sept. 28, from 6-8 p.m., at the Pearsons Funeral Home, 70 Church St., Lyndonville. A graveside service will be Friday, Sept. 29, at 11 a.m., at the Hillside Cemetery, West Burke. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial contributions be made to the Lanoue Children Trust Fund, in care of Passumpsic Savings Bank, Island Pond, VT.

, 68, of Acorn Drive, Waterbury, passed away in the comfort of her home, with family and friends around her, on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2006. Born in Kirby on July 24, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Edmund and Edith (Farmer) McNally. In September 1961, she married Henry Huntington in Lyndonville. Boots grew up on a dairy farm and was educated for her first eight years in a one-room schoolhouse in Kirby. Growing up, she worked for her parents on the McNally Dairy Farm and was a member of 4-H in North Kirby. Boots went on to graduate from Lyndon Institute and was a 1960 graduate of Lyndon State College where she was active in sports throughout her high school and college years. Following graduation, she taught school in Newport prior to her marriage. For many years Boots owned and operated the Kirby House, a Level 3 residential care home in Waterbury also known as the Waterbury Inn. She was lovingly dedicated to her three daughters and their families and was well-known for cheering on their many endeavors. In her leisure time, Boots was a passionate fan of the Boston Red Sox, the UVM women's basketball team, and was a longtime member of the Blush Hill Country Club in Waterbury. Boots is survived by her three daughters, Shelley Knudson and her husband Paul of Davisburg, Mich., Terri Bennett and her husband John of Princeton, Mass., and Denise Huntington of Milton; four grandsons, Alex and Connor Knudson, and Ryan and Carter Bennett; two sisters, Virginia Wood of Kirby, and Jean McNally of Naples, Fla.; her dear friend and caregiver, Cyndie Tremblay of Waterbury; as well as extended family. She was predeceased by a brother, Robert McNally. A service of remembrance will be celebrated from the Waterbury Congregational Church on Saturday, Sept. 30, at 11 a.m. Friends may call at the Perkins-Parker Funeral Home in Waterbury on Friday from 6-9 p.m. Private inurnment will be in Hope Cemetery, Waterbury. Boots has requested that flowers be omitted. Rather, memorial gifts would be appreciated to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre VT 05641; or to the Kirby House Activities Fund, 64 South Main St., Waterbury, VT 05676.

, 91, of 324 Gilman Ave., St. Johnsbury, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, Sept. 28, 2006. She was born and grew up in Bellows Falls on Jan. 28, 1915, the daughter of Perley and Cora (Blanchard) Huntoon. She graduated from Bellows Falls High School in 1932 and from Baypath Business School in Springfield, Mass., in 1934. She and Thomas Havers were married Feb. 21, 1937. June performed secretarial work for a number of employers; from 1965-1972 she was secretary to the principal, Lewis Streeter, at St. Johnsbury Trade School and transferred to St. Johnsbury Academy when the Academy built the vocational building. There she was secretary to assistant headmasters Louis Gehlbach and Ray Frey. June was a member of the Order of Eastern Star since 1933. She was past president of the St. Johnsbury Country Club Women's Golf Association. She was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School and was a member of the United Methodist Women's group. She is survived by her husband, Tom; daughter, Ann Blum of Alpharetta, Ga.; two sons, Thomas R. Havers and his wife Betty (Groom) of Williston, and James Havers and his wife Susan (Byrne) of Mechanicsville, Va.; five grandchildren, Lori Reine and her husband Richard of Bedford, N.H., Jason Havers and his wife Erica of South Burlington, Aaron Havers of South Burlington, Matthew Havers and his wife Sarah of Stephens City, Va., and Evan Havers and his wife Melinda of Indianapolis, Ind.; six great-grandchildren, Devon and Emma, Claudia and Alicia, Cody, and Brady; her sister, Alma Koledo of Claremont, N.H.; and numerous nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. A sister, Laura Damon; and brothers, Richard, Robert and Ralph, predeceased her. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church with the pastor, the Rev. John Marshall, officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Sayles Funeral Home Saturday evening 6-8 p.m. The family would like to express their deep appreciation for all those people who gave of themselves at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center to make June's stay there as comfortable as possible. Memorial contributions, marked for the Employee Activity Fund, may be directed to St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center, 1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, formerly of Central Street in St. Johnsbury, passed away early Friday morning, Sept. 29, 2006. She had just turned 93 years of age. She was born in St. Johnsbury on Sept. 28, 1913, the daughter of Napoleon and Emma (Clouthier) Blais. Married Nov. 17, 1946, she was predeceased by her husband Laurent in 1972. She is survived by nieces and nephews and their families. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. Ernestine was a resident of the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center for the past six years; her family felt she received wonderful care there. Memorial contributions, marked for "Resident Activity Fund," could be made out to: "St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center," 1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 87, of Danville, Vt., died Thursday, Sept. 28, 2006, at Berlin Health & Rehab Center, Berlin, Vt. She was born in Peacham, Vermont on Jan. 29, 1919, the daughter of Arthur and Anna (Hois) Stoddard. Louise was a member of the Danville Congregational Church and Diamond Chapter # 14, O.E.S. Most importantly, she will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife and mother. She is survived by her husband, Russell S. Kinerson Sr. of St. Johnsbury, Vt.; five children, Russell S. Kinerson Jr. and his spouse Michele Zenon of Waldorf, Md., Donald J. Kinerson and his spouse Nancy of Cleveland, Tenn., Theodore F. Kinerson of Montpelier and his former spouse Catherine of Newport, Vt., Carol A. Scribner and her spouse George of Barre, Vt., and Elizabeth K. Geddes and her spouse David of Strafford, N.H.; 10 grandchildren, Stephen Kinerson and his spouse Sherry of Old Town, Maine, Gregory Kinerson and his spouse Holly of Orono, Maine, Arthur Kinerson and his spouse Kim of Proctorville, Ohio, Patricia Hanlon and her spouse Brian of Conover, N.C., Robert Kinerson and his spouse Tiffany of Spokane, Wash., George Scribner and his spouse Julie of East Wallingford, Vt., Angela Kiniry and her spouse, Daniel of Barre, Vt., Sara Kinerson of Johnson, Vt., Michael Kinerson of Montpelier, Vt., Adam Geddes of Strafford, N.H.; and eight great-grandchildren, Ethan Kinerson, Brandon Kinerson, Aaron Kinerson, Joseph Kinerson, Matthew Kinerson, Daniel Kiniry, Thomas Ryan, and Christopher Ryan. Memorial contributions may be made to: Danville Congregational Church, P.O. Box 161, Danville, VT 05828; or to the Danville Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 255, Danville, VT 05828-0255. There are no visiting hours. A graveside service at Peacham Cemetery will be announced at a later date.