, 68, Lyndon, died peacefully at home with his family by his side, Wednesday morning, Jan. 31, 2007. He was born Oct. 25, 1938, in Lyndon, Vt., in the same house he lived all his life, the son of the late Wallace and Della (Masure) Gilman. Schooled in Lyndon, he also attended Lyndon Institute. Norman operated the family dairy farm most of his life. For many years he also worked during the fall as a butcher and meat cutter for Lane Packing in Lyndonville and later for Bub Dresser and Moore Beef in St. Johnsbury. He enjoyed maple sugaring with his work horses, family reunions, and just having fun living life to the fullest. He also enjoyed attending horse pulling events and was a director for the Caledonia County Fair. Survivors include his companion of many years, Lucy Topham of Lyndon; three sons, Paul Gilman and his wife Donna of Lyndon, James Gilman and his fiancée Micheline Guyer of Lyndon, and Greg Gilman and his girlfriend Penny Whitcomb of Lyndon; a daughter, Holly Simpson and her husband Patrick of Sheffield; six grandchildren, Miranda, Maisie, Caitlin, and Collin Gilman, and Rebecca and Johnathen Simpson; two brothers, Monroe "Sonny" Gilman and his wife Lois of Lyndon, and Clayton Gilman and his wife Nancy of Sutton; a brother in-law, Bill Walker of Sheffield; many nieces, nephews, and close friends; and a special nephew, Bob Walker of Wheelock. Two sisters, Lois Tanner and Geneva Walker, predeceased him. Friends are invited to meet with the family Saturday afternoon, Feb. 3, from 3-5 p.m. at the Guibord Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon, Feb. 4, at 2 p.m. at the Lyndonville First Congregational Church, with the Rev. Donald Vincent officiating. Spring burial will be in Lyndon Center Cemetery. Memorial donations made in Norman's memory may be directed to either: American Cancer Society, New England Division, PO Box 3333, Montpelier, VT 05601-3333, or Caledonia Home Health Inc., P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, wife of John Poole of Lyndonville and a former St. Johnsbury resident, passed away in Burlington on Monday, Jan. 29, 2007, after a lengthy illness. She was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on July 7, 1927, the daughter of Andrew and Mary (Trinidad) Arroyo. She and John met New Year's Eve 1945, in New York City, and were married July 28, 1946. They came to Vermont and she fell in love with Vermont. She loved to cross-country and downhill ski, go hiking, care for her garden and cook for her family recipes that will long be remembered by her family. Their oldest son Gary passed away in November 1990. She is survived by her husband, John; three children, Diane Christie of Waterford, Michael Poole of St. Johnsbury and James Poole of Redwood City, Calif.; a nephew who was "almost adopted," Steven Poole of Rhode Island; three grandchildren, Danielle, Shane and Trevor Murphy; two great-grandchildren, Cameron and Tristan; one sister, Gloria Stafford of Henderson, Nev.; sister-in-law Dorothy Cassady of Lyndonville; brother Philip Poole of Kissimmee, Fla. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Church in Lyndonville. Visiting hours will be held in St. Johnsbury at the Sayles Funeral Home Thursday evening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and will conclude with evening prayers. Burial will be in May at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Memorial contributions could be directed to Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, Att: Jim Flynn, P.O. Box 905, St. Johnsbury VT 05819. Please mark contribution in Mary's name, and it will be directed toward leukemia causes within our locale.

, 98, of Pine Grove Road, West Brookfield, Mass., passed away Jan. 31, 2007, in Quabbin Valley Healthcare in Athol, Mass. He leaves his son, Fred Smock of West Brookfield; his daughter, Elizabeth Sylvester and her husband Frederick of Orange; granddaughters, Sarah Garcia, Angela Alex and Kari Haley; a grandson, John Sylvester; four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. His wife of 55 years, Florence (Knowlton) Smock, died in 1994. He was born in Eatontown, N.J., the only child of Albert and Catherine (Covert) Smock, and graduated from Red Bank, N.J. High School and then from Temple University School of Theology in 1939. The Rev. Smock served several Methodist churches in New Jersey until 1951 when he accepted a call to the Methodist Church in South Hadley and then was called to Starrett Memorial United Methodist Church in Athol in 1961 where he served until his retirement in 1973. He and Florence then moved to West Brookfield where he continued to preach part-time, serving churches in New Braintree, Spencer, Warren and West Warren. He was also chaplin of his camping group, Bay Bath Chapter 114 of NAFCA, for many years until 2001 when he was 92. He enjoyed traveling throughout the States, especially to the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, camping, gardening, and carpentry. While still in high school, he designed his parents' new home, and in later years designed and helped build his retirement home. A former member of the Rotary Clubs of Athol and the Brookfield's, he held many offices including president and was a Paul Harris Fellow. Harold was also active in the West Brookfield Council on Aging, and in 1997 was presented the Roger Buzzell Memorial Award for his many hours of service. He attended the George Whitefield United Methodist Church in West Brookfield from 1973 and served on several committees there. He will always be remembered for his quiet gentle manner, his patience, and his wonderful sense of humor. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 3, 2007, at 11 a.m. in the George Whitefield United Methodist Church in West Brookfield. Calling hours will be held, Friday, Feb. 2, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Varnum Funeral Home, Inc., 43 East Main St., West Brookfield. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the George Whitefield United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 576, West Brookfield, MA 01585.

, 72, of Stark Highway, Stark, N.H., passed away suddenly at his residence on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2007. Born April 24, 1934, in West Dummer, N.H., the 10th of 14 children of Alfred and Louisia (Lemieux) De Mers, he was a lifelong resident of Stark. He attended school in Groveton. As a young man he worked for his father in the woods until he enlisted in the military. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. When he returned home he worked for the State of New Hampshire Forestry Services, then the Plywood Mill in Stratford before going to work as a pipe fitter for Diamond International and James River until he became injured and unable to work. He became the "Do It All Dad" and quite a handyman after that. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was a sportsman. Above the "love of his life," his wife of 51 years Leona, his four children, the apples of his eye were his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church and was a past member of the Knights of Columbus counsel #2339. Bill is survived by his wife of 51 years, Leona (Hickey) De Mers of Stark; his four children, Deborah De Mers of Stark, Dale De Mers and his wife Terri of Greenwood, S.C., Dean De Mers and his significant other Stacie Hickey of Stark and Timothy De Mers of Stark. Eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren with one due in July also survive him. He is also survived by two brothers, Abain Demers and his wife Jeanne of Biddeford, Maine, and David Demers of Groveton; five sisters, Lucille Wentworth of Crystal, Pearl Gilcris of Groveton, Gladys Matherson and her husband Thomas "Roger" of Easton, Mass., Dorothy "Dot" Gildeau and her husband Anthony "Tony" of Canton, Mass., and Sr. Mary Lorraine Demers of Jamaica Plains, Mass.; many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents and seven siblings. Calling hours will be held on Friday, Feb. 2, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Armstrong-Charron Funeral Home, Groveton. Military services will be said at 7:15 p.m. with the rosary immediately following. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, Feb. 3, at 11 a.m. at the St. Francis Xavier Church, State Street, Groveton. Cremation will follow with inurnment in the Emerson Road Cemetery in the spring. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to be made to a charity of one's choice, preferably one for children.

, 73, died Jan. 16, 2007, following a brief illness. She was born July 20, 1933, in Vermont. She was a GM retiree. She was a loving mother, grandmother and sister. She is survived by her sons, Kenneth (Jamie) Clark, Randy (Lisa) Clark, Daniel (Kathy) Clark; daughter, Tracy (Dennis) Putman; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; brothers, Dick (Lorraine) Sanderson, Dave (Marsha) Sanderson; sister, Doreen Devenger; three stepdaughters; and three stepsons. There will be no services. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held in Lyndonville in the summer of 2007.

passed away in Franklin, N.H., on Feb. 1, 2007, after a long illness. She was born in Norththumberland, N.H., on Aug. 27, 1918. She is predeceased by her husband, Louis. Together they owned and operated the Thompson Hotel and White Mountain Restaurant in Littleton N.H. Leona was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, Emblem Club of Littleton and Women of the Moose in Hendersonville, N.C. She is survived by five children, Joan Andrews of Nokomis, Fla., Louis Thompson of Stewartstown, N.H., Judy Fournier of Hendersonville, N.C., Donald Thompson of West Barnstable, Mass., and Jan Collins of Tilton, N.H. She is also survived by one brother, Robert Cardinal of Littleton; one sister, Freda Wentzell of Vernon, Conn.; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in Littleton, N.H., at a later date.

, 83, died Feb. 3 at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center. Born in Poland June 23, 1923, she was the daughter of Aleksander and Alice (Kapraszewska) Mielniczuk. A resident of Cabot for over 50 years, she was employed with her husband, Warren L. Barnett Sr., and for more than 30 years with the U.S. Postal Service. At the time of his retirement from the post office in Cabot, she became postmistress there. Helen was a long-time communicant of North American Martyrs Church in Marshfield, a loving and devoted homemaker, mother and grandmother. Survivors include a son and wife, Wayne and Wendy Barnett of Cabot; a daughter and husband, Gail and Don Woods of Danville; five grandchildren, Jennifer, Matthew, Kellie, Nathan and Ashlynn; a great-grand daughter, Hannah. Helen was predeceased by her husband Warren July 28, 1995, her son Warren Jr. Aug. 17, 1987, and a daughter Patricia in 1967. Funeral services and interment will be at the convenience of the family. Contributions in Helen's name may be made to the Cabot Ambulance Service Cabot, VT 05647.

, 69, of Pond Hill Road, died Sunday Feb. 4, 2007, at Weeks Medical Center, Lancaster, N.H. Mr. Colby was born in East Concord, Vt. on Oct. 22, 1937, the son of Elwin and Verl (Fisher) Colby. Ronald was born and raised in East Concord, moving to Lunenburg after his marriage to Florence F. Roy on Sept. 5, 1959. For 45 years, he worked in various paper mills, including Gilman Paper, Diamond International, James River, and from Wausau where he retired in 1998. His hobbies included horseshoes and bingo. He was also an avid Red Sox and Celtics fan. His greatest enjoyment was family activities, especially time spent with his grandchildren. Family members include his wife of 47 years, Florence of Lunenburg; three daughters, Melody Barney and her husband Jeff of Groveton, Marie Forbes and her husband Scott of Lancaster, and Wendy Quimby and her husband Michael of Concord, Vt.; a son, Stephen Colby and his wife Kelley of Lunenburg; his grandchildren, Ryan Lynn Jordan and her husband, Kevin of Lancaster, Justin Barney of Lancaster, Michelle Forbes and Mitchell Forbes, both of Lancaster, Logan and Jordan Quimby of Concord, Vt., Jessica and Brooklyn Colby of Lunenburg; two brothers, Donald Colby and his wife Marilyn of Wilder, Vt., and Robert Colby and his wife Cindy of Lancaster; sisters- and brothers-in-laws, Yvonne Henderson, George Roy, Norman Roy, Albert Roy, and Clayton and Robin Roy, all of Lunenburg, Irene Chase of Littleton, Verna Belle and Bobby Ingerson of Lisbon, Janette and Romaine Thompson of Mechanicsville, Va., Arlene and Brion Baird of Tucson, Ariz., and Ernest Roy of Bloomfield, Vt.; and many aunts, nieces and nephews. Memorial calling hours will be held Thursday, Feb. 8, from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A memorial service will be held Friday morning at 11 a.m., at St. Leo's Church, Lunenburg. The Rev. Richard O' Donnell will officiate. Donations may be made in his memory to the Lunenburg Fire Department, P.O. Box 82, Lunenburg, VT 05906 or the Gilman Senior Center, Gilman, VT 05904.

of St. Johnsbury passed away of cancer Saturday, Feb. 3, 2007, at the age of 51. She was born in Brattleboro on June 5, 1955, the daughter of Grey C. and Marie (Ingram) Goddard. Her mother died May 2, 2006. Lucy graduated from Brattleboro Union High School in 1973 and had worked at the Vermont National Bank in Brattleboro. There she met Aime LaBounty. Upon marrying, they moved to St. Johnsbury in 1977. Together they built their Goss Hollow home. Lucy was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church in St. Johnsbury where she was able to nurture her strong faith. She loved her family, her boys and her pets. For the past eight years, Lucy had been employed at the St. Johnsbury Town Clerk's office. After hours, she owned and operated her own janitorial service. She assisted with both the Boy Scout and Little League Baseball programs. A member of the Goss Hollow Home Makers, Lucy loved to quilt, cook and do craftwork; especially, though, Lucy loved to shop! She is survived by her husband and companion of the last 32 years, Aime LaBounty of St. Johnsbury (380 Summer St. 05819); two sons, Matthew A. LaBounty and wife Christine of Manchester, N.H., and Douglas B. LaBounty and wife Marina of South Wheelock; two grandchildren, Ayan and Ethan; her father, Grey C. Goddard of Brattleboro; her sister, Carlene Momaney and husband Stephen of Hinsdale, N.H.; many nieces and nephews; and the extended LaBounty family. Services will be held in St. Johnsbury Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions, marked in Lucy Goddard LaBounty's memory for the Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, may be made payable to Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, attn: Jim Flynn, P.O. Box 905, St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 76, of Evergreen Drive, Franconia, passed peacefully at the Lafayette Care Center in Franconia, Feb. 1, following a lengthy illness, with his wife by his side. He was born in New Haven, Conn., son of Edmund L. and Frances (Tereskiewicz) Skranski. He grew up in Derby, Conn., and graduated from the Derby High School. He served in the U.S. Air Force and served four years in Europe during the Korean Conflict. He loved sports, playing basketball during high school and beyond. He enjoyed bowling in several leagues and was also an avid golfer. He was active in the Catholic War Veterans, Post 1563 in Derby, Conn., serving two terms as post commander. Rocky and Gayle were married in 1956. They resided in Ansonia, Conn., where they raised their two children. Following retirement, they moved to Franconia where they have resided for 11 years. They recently celebrated their 50th anniversary. He served as station master for the Easton Fire Department for many years, and he also enjoyed his yard work. He is survived by his wife, Gayle (Knight) Skranski of Franconia; his loyal canine companion, Teddy; a daughter, Christine Ritchie and her husband, Bruce, of Madison, Conn.; daughter-in-law Julia; two grandchildren, Rachel and Allan of East Haven, Conn.; a son, Robert; a sister, Alice and husband Don Clark, North Haven, Conn.; and several nieces and nephews. A gathering of family and friends will take place at the Ross Funeral Home, Littleton Chapel, on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 1-2 p.m. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. Those who wish may make donations in his memory to the Easton Fire Department, Easton, NH 03580 or the American Lung Association of New Hampshire, 9 Cedarwood Drive, Unit 12, Bedford, NH 03110.

of McIndoe Falls passed away suddenly Sunday, Feb. 4, 2007 at the age of 82. He was born in Greensboro on March 8, 1924, the son of Harry B. and Ethel (Ditter) Miller. He served as a paratrooper in the Army at the end of World War II, stationed in Japan. Arthur worked at North Country Farms in Monroe for 20 years until the early 1990s, delivering eggs throughout New England always accompanied by his wife Arlene. From 1958 to 1972, he and the family operated their farm in North Danville. In his younger years, he was a sawyer in mills in Hardwick, Walden and Barnet, and pulled horses at local fairs, bringing home several blue ribbons. In his retirement years, he stayed active haying at his son-in-law and daughter's farm on Mt. Hunger Road in Lyndon, and tending to his sugarbush in Greensboro. He kept his mind sharp by reading an enormous amount, doing crossword puzzles and enjoying the company of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Arthur came from a family of eight children, and Arlene came from a family of 14. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Arlene (Nunn) Miller of McIndoe Falls (P.O. Box 36, McIndoe Falls, VT 05050); four children, Herbert Miller and wife Judy of West Burke, Gwendolyn Douse of Cabot, Elaine Noyes and husband Bradley of Concord, and Leslie Miller-Brown and husband Steven of Lyndon; seven grandchildren, Herbert Jr., Christy, Pete, Louis II and Jessica, and Andrew and William; and eight great-grandchildren; a brother, David Brown; sisters Marion Hubert, Evelyn Taliaferro and Carol Walkup; nieces, nephews, cousins; the extended Nunn family; and close family friend Lucy Surridge. He was predeceased by his son-in-law, Louis Douse, his brothers Charles and Larry, sister Florence, and special friends George Surridge Jr. and Buddy McLam. Funeral services will be held in Lyndonville at the Guibord Funeral Home Wednesday at 2 p.m. Burial will be at a later date. Visiting hours will be held at the Guibord Funeral Home Tuesday evening 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions could be directed to Barnet Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 119, Barnet, VT 05821.

, 63, a Hospice patient, died peacefully Sunday afternoon, Feb. 4, 2007, surrounded by his family. Mr. Merrow was born in Berlin, N.H., on June 24, 1943, the son of Charles Gilman "Buster" Merrow and Amelia Mildred "Millie" Malasky. Raised in Lancaster, he attended schools there and at one time operated the family farm with his father in Jefferson. For many years he worked as a heavy-equipment operator in the construction business. He was self employed and also worked for Tom Parks and Hooper Rexford. For the past year and a half he has been a resident of the Highland House in Whitefield. Family members include a son, Charles W.V. Merrow of Littleton; three daughters, Wendy Reed of Dalton, Becky Newton of Groveton, and Holly Merrow of Lancaster; three sisters, Arlene Gambeski of Norwich, Conn., Brenda Wood of Boothbay Harbor, Maine, Carolyn Antone of Colchester, Vt; and eight grandchildren. He was predeceased by a sister Mona Lauzon. At Charlie's request there are no visiting hours. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning, Feb. 7, at 10 a.m. at All Saints Church, Lancaster. The Rev. Raymond Ball, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in the spring in the Kilkenny View Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made in his memory to Hospice of Lancaster, Attn: Abby Pollender, 278 Main St., Lancaster, NH 03584, or North County Transit, 31 Pleasant St., Suite 100, Berlin, NH 03570 (Attn: Brenda) for donations to the Tri Town bus.

, 77 , passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 2, 2007, at the Greensboro Nursing Home, with loving family members by her side. She joins her husband, George, at the gates of heaven where the two of them share eternity with their Lord and Savior. Bernadette, was born in Berlin, Vt., on July 26, 1929, the youngest daughter of seven children. As a young lady, Bernadette lived on the family farm in Walden, Vt. One rainy afternoon in 1946 during Bernadette's long walk home from school, she observed a car driven by a handsome young man heading in the direction of her home. The stranger raced by her without offering a ride. Forty-five minutes later, she arrived home, cold and wet, to see this young man pulling out of her driveway. This ambitious young man, George Demers, had locked in a deal with her parents to process the lumber on the family farm. George did not make a very good first impression by not offering her a ride on that rainy afternoon, but he soon became the love of her life; the two were united in marriage on May 28, 1949. The couple purchased a farm in East Hardwick, Vt., which they operated for 30 years with the help of their seven children. They received many soil and dairy awards over the years. They were very proud of the land, the herd and the quality they produced. Bernadette was a very busy homemaker raising the big family. She still found time to play an active role with the children in the 4-H programs. As a 4-H leader she taught public-speaking classes to the area children. Every summer she supported the Fresh Air Fund program, giving city children the opportunity to experience being part of a big family living on the farm. In the early '80s they sold the farm and moved into the village of Hardwick, where they shared their retirement years together. In the late 1980s the couple traveled Europe and visited many biblical sites. Bernadette was a member of Saint Norbert Catholic Church and the Catholic Daughters. A loving wife , mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, neighbor and friend. Words cannot begin to describe the love, inspiration and support she gave to her family over all the years. A proud woman, with strong family values and deep religious faith, she enjoyed being with those she loved. She will be deeply missed by all. She is survived by her seven children, Ray Demers and his wife Susan of Williston, Dennis Demers and his wife Lori of East Hardwick, Michael Demers and his fiancée Sheila Weston of East Hardwick, Claire (Demers) Hill and her husband Howard of East Hardwick, Roger Demers and his fiancée Edith Lord of Hardwick, Paul Demers and his wife Susan of Concord, Giselle (Demers) Chamblerlain and her husband Gordon of Dummerston; 19 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, George, on Jan. 8, 2006. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Feb. 8, at 11 a.m., at Saint Norbert Catholic Church in Hardwick. Visiting hours will be held Wednesday, Feb. 7, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Des Groseilliers Funeral Home, Church St., Hardwick, Vt. Donations can be made in her memory to Greensboro Nursing Home, Greensboro, VT 05841.

, 86, of North Haverhill, N.H., died Feb. 6, 2007, at the Cottage Hospital in Woodsville, N.H., after an extended illness. Larry was born in East Hereford, PQ, Canada, on May 2, 1920, the son of Joseph A. and Florida (Gagner) Fournier. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1944-46 during World War II. He married Rita Tetreault on Sept. 28, 1946. Larry owned and operated Grafton Motor Sales Ford dealership in Woodsville and was a Ford dealer for 50 years. He was a communicant of the Saint Joseph's Catholic Church in Woodsville. He was a 50-year member, director and former president of the North Haverhill Fair Association and a former member of the Home for the Aged in Woodsville. Larry belonged to Cohase Lions Club, American Legion Ross Wood Post 20 of Woodsville, and VFW Post 5245 of North Haverhill. He served as a board member for the former Woodsville National Bank, Lafayette Bank and Indian Head North Bank. He was also a former director of the New Hampshire Auto Dealers Association. Larry and Rita spent the past 15 winters in Lake Wales, Fla. He was predeceased by a sister, Monique Willey; and three brothers, Don, Gerard and Conrad Fournier. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rita (Tetreault) Fournier of North Haverhill; three daughters, Michele Butson and her husband Chuck of The Villages, Fla., Janet Costa of Littleton, N.H., and Mary Ellen Fairfield and her husband Don of North Haverhill; three sons, Roger Fournier and his wife Barbara of Bath, N.H., Dennis Fournier and his wife Luanne of North Haverhill and Ron Fournier and his wife Irene of North Haverhill; 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; four sisters, Simone Cotter of Groveton, N.H., Gisele Hood of Bradford, Vt., Carmen Patterson of Malone, N.Y., and Blandine Dube of Valrico, Fla.; six brothers, Real Fournier of Quechee, Vt., Bruno Fournier of Pike, N.H., Raoul Fournier of Littleton, N.H., Richard Fournier of Monroe, N.H., Fernand Fournier of Manlius, N.Y., and Germain Fournier of Raymond, N.H.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours will be held Friday, Feb. 9, 2007, from 6-8 p.m., at the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday, Feb. 10, at 11 a.m., at the Saint Joseph's Catholic Church, 15 Pine St., Woodsville, N.H., with Father Daniel J. Sinibaldi officiating. Burial will take place in the spring at the Horsemeadow Cemetery in North Haverhill. Memorial contributions may be made to Cottage Hospital, P.O. Box 2001, Woodsville, NH 03785; Cohase Lions Club, P.O. Box 229, Woodsville, NH 03785; or St. Joseph's Catholic Church, in care of Father Daniel J. Sinibaldi, 21 Pine St., Woodsville, NH 03785.

died peacefully at home in Derby Wednesday evening, Feb. 7, 2007. He was surrounded by his loved ones. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Mary McCormick Carr; his daughter Marcy Griffith; his father Richard "Dick" Carr and his mother Mary Landers Carr; his brothers Richard and Michael Carr; and his sisters: Laurie Carr, Deborah Benning and Sandra Domina. Bill was a prominent figure in the Northeast Kingdom and had an amazing circle of friends in this community. He had a love of the woods and a love of the sea. Bill had a long and distinguished career as a Chief Engineer in the Merchant Marine. He traveled the oceans of the world for nearly 30 years, and garnered the respect and friendship from many in that community as well. Bill lived a large and full life. Those that knew him could not help but be affected by the depth and wealth of his personality. He will be missed by many. Friends may call from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9, 2007, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel, 37 Lake Road, Newport (formerly Bay Street) where we invite his community to help us celebrate his life at 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, 2007, with the Rev. Martha Peck officiating. Friends may also call from 2 p.m. until the hour of the service on Saturday at the funeral home. We ask that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Oncology Department, North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport or to Orleans Essex V.N.A. and Hospice, Inc., 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 83, of East Concord, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2007, at DHMC in Lebanon, N.H., after a short illness. She was born in Concord, Aug. 24, 1923, the daughter of Reginald and Aris (Bonnett) Reed. She and Albert "Bud" Welcome were married June 30, 1951. Bud, well-known Scout leader, passed away March 5, 1984. Louise was a dear member of the East Concord United Methodist Church where she belonged to the UMW ladies group and was Sunday school superintendent. For years she was postmistress of the East Concord post office located right in her home. The Gilman Senior Center was also very dear to her. She was a longtime member of the Order of Eastern Star. She had been a Girl Scout leader, loved to bowl at Gold Crown, and traveled to Alaska, San Francisco, Seattle, South Carolina, and the Amish country. She just loved playing cards and especially UNO with her grandchildren. She is survived by six children: James Reed and Cindy of Aiken, S.C., Albert "Reg" Welcome and Kathi of Denton, N.C., Janet Welcome and Frank of Troy, N.Y., Marcia and Tom McPartlen of Gelena, Mo., Nancy and Peter Haynes of Littleton, N.H., Bonnie Welcome and Brent of Salisbury, Mass.; 17 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson born just this past December; one brother, Willard Reed and his wife Helen of St. Johnsbury; two sisters: Mildred Fournier of Concord and Joyce Caton of East Hartford, Conn.; three brothers-in-law: Donald Beattie of Florida, Charles Welcome and his wife Pat of Tavares, Fla., and Donald Welcome and his wife Randy of Westbrookville, N.Y.; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters, Martha "Bap" LaBounty and Helen Beattie. Funeral services will be held this Sunday at 2 p.m. at the East Concord United Methodist Church. Interim pastor John Somers will preside. Burial will be at a later date at Overlook Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home, Saturday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions could be directed to either: The East Concord United Methodist Church, c/o Georganna Dow, 370 East Concord Road, Lunenburg VT 05906; Order of Eastern Star Ada Chapter #39, c/o Phyllis Wood, 1539 Bradleyvale Rd., Concord VT 05824; or to The Gilman Senior Center, Gilman VT 05904.

, 91, of Hardwick, died Thursday, Feb. 8, 2007, at the Greensboro Nursing Home. She was born July 26, 1915, in Craftsbury, the daughter of the late Clayton and Nina (Marshall) Corrow. She attended public schools in Stowe and Craftsbury. On Nov. 25, 1933, she married Arthur William Corrow in Wolcott. He died July 18, 1969. For several years, Irene cared for young children in her home. During World War II, she was employed at the Wear Knitters in Hardwick. She later worked as a clerk at the Shattuck News Store and at Camp Wapanacki in their laundry area. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick and the Women's Fellowship, Circle #7, of that church. She was also a member of the Riverside Chapter Order of the Eastern Star in Hardwick and the VFW Post 9653 auxiliary in Morrisville. She enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing and cooking. Survivors include a daughter: Priscilla Young and her husband, Robert, of Hardwick; a son: William (Bill) Corrow and his wife, Betty, of Mackville; a brother, Otis Corrow of Piermont, N.H.; 12 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. All services will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Lamoille Area Cancer Network, P.O. Box 38, Lake Elmore, VT 05657.

, 81, of Danville, died Friday morning, Feb. 9, 2007, at the Pines Rehabilitation and Health Center in Lyndon following a brief illness. He was born Dec. 24, 1925, in Chicago, Ill., son of the late Arpad and Henrietta (Kahn) Elo. Arpad graduated from the University of Chicago in 1945, with a degree in chemistry. He was employed by Nalco Chemical Company in Naperville, Ill., for 40 years, first as a chemist and later as a computer programmer. He was a member of the American Chemical Society. A composer and arranger of music, Arpad was a former Executive Secretary of the Vermont Music and Arts Center. He had also been an Assistant Director of the St. Johnsbury Band. He played the clarinet in the Danville Town Band, the St. Johnsbury Town Band, and the Lyndonville Military Band. He had a deep love of chamber music, both as listener and performer, and was a generous supporter of the Northeast Kingdom Classical Series. In his free time he enjoyed model railroading. His wife, Mary Blanchard, of Danville survives him. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday evening, Feb. 13, at the Guibord Funeral Home from 6-8. Funeral services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations made in Arpad's memory may be directed to the Northeast Kingdom Classical Series, 101 Hunter Farm Road, East Burke, VT 05832.

, 83, of Overland Park, Kan., formerly of West Haven, Conn., and Lyndonville, Vt., passed away Feb. 3, 2007, peacefully at home. She is survived by her three children, Louis Haviland, Belton, Mo.; Susan McCahon, Overland Park, Kan.; Judith Neergaard, Huntsville, Ala.; a sister, Patricia, and brother, William, both of Connecticut; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A service will be held in Connecticut at a later date.

, 78, of Wells River, passed away Friday morning, Feb. 9, 2007, at the Brookside Nursing Home in Hartford, where he had resided for the past three years. He was born in Newbury on Dec. 2, 1928, the son of Ernest M. and Hazel (Webber) Longmoore. His father died when he was very young; David was raised by his mother and stepfather, Lionel Ledger. A self-employed heavy equipment operator and contractor, David also owned Longmoore Sand and Gravel in Wells River for 45 years. He had formerly worked for the town of Ryegate, Caledonia Sand and Gravel, drove milk truck for Whiting Creamery, and worked on the family farm. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict and a member of American Legion Post 20 in Woodsville, N.H. He loved to hunt and fish, and throughout his life took a keen interest in rocks and quarries throughout the area. He is survived by Priscilla, his wife of 54 years; a daughter, Pamela Florentine and her husband Gerry of East Ryegate; four sons, David Longmoore and his wife Kim of Newbury, Steven Longmoore and his wife Denise of Bradford, Norman Longmoore and his wife Marie of East Ryegate, and Robert Longmoore and his wife Donna of East Ryegate; 17 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Donald Longmoore and his wife Dorothy of Newbury; two sisters, Evelyn Sheppard of South Carolina, and Patricia Perry and her husband Duane of Newbury; and many nieces and nephews. His brother Robert predeceased him at a very young age; he was also predeceased by a sister, Dorothy; brothers-in-law, Robert Sheppard and Ashley Bean; and the family dog, Tiffany. Graveside services have been scheduled in the spring for Tuesday, May 15, at 2 p.m., at the Passumpsic Cemetery. Anyone wishing to attend is welcome. Memorial contributions may be directed to either VA Hospital, Attn: Voluntary Services, 215 North Main St., White River Jct., VT 05009; or to Brookside Nursing Home, 1200 Christian St., White River Jct., VT 05001-9267.

, Dad! Well, you got your wish. I love you so much. You are with Mom, a place you have wanted to be for so long. I'm not going to say goodbye, just that I will see you later. Give Ma a hug and kiss for me. I love you, your daughter Janice. Elum Kendall King, 90, passed away Feb. 9, 2007, after a long struggle. He was a resident at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center for the past six years. He was a hard worker who enjoyed his family. Elum was born on July 15, 1916, in Westfield, Vt. He was the son of Edward and Gertrude Kendall King. On Aug. 5, 1945, he was married to Helen Lee of North Troy, Vt. To this union was born a daughter, Janice. His wife predeceased him on Jan. 18, 2006. Elum is survived by his daughter, Janice Gray and her loving husband Stuart of North Concord (P.O. Box 743, 05858); his grandchildren, Joanne Wright and her husband Christopher of Lisbon N.H., Jeffrey Gray and his wife Evelyn of North Concord, and Kevin Gray and his wife Katrina of Concord; his great-grandchildren, Christopher and Aaron Wright, Brandon, Ryan and Gregory Gray, and Kaylee and Dylan Gray; his wife's sister, Lucy Murphy and her husband Doug of St. Johnsbury; his wife's brother Orland "Hub" Lee of St. Johnsbury; a very special person, Dorcas Lee of St. Johnsbury; along with many nieces and nephews. There will be no calling hours. Burial will be in the spring next to his wife Helen in Newport Center Cemetery. Contributions in Elum's name, marked for the "Resident Activity Fund," may be directed to St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center, 1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, a longtime resident of St. Johnsbury, who was active in many aspects of town life, died Feb. 8, 2007, at his home in South Kingstown, R.I. at the age of 74 after a long illness. Mr. Viles, who was sometimes called Dr. Viles because he held a Ph.D in history from Harvard University, was a loving husband and father who gave freely of his time to serve the town and its institutions. He was predeceased by his wife, Patricia Campbell Viles, in 1992. He is survived by his second wife, Barbara (Larsen) Viles of South Kingstown, R.I.; a brother, Dr. Peter Viles of Worcester, Mass.; six stepchildren; and his five children, Thomas Viles of St. Johnsbury, Peter Viles of Santa Monica, Calif., Vickery Viles of Bend, Ore., Louisa Viles of La Pine, Ore., and Matthew Viles of Bend, Ore.; and eight grandchildren. To honor his love of education and the town of St. Johnsbury, the Viles family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Perry Viles Scholarship Fund at St. Johnsbury Academy. Contributions can may be sent, in his name, to St. Johnsbury Academy, P.O. Box 906, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. Born in Boston in 1932, he was a son of the late Charles L. and Katharine (Perry) Viles. He graduated from the Loomis School in 1950; received a BA from Harvard, magna cum laude, in 1954; and an MA from Harvard in 1957. He served in the U.S. Army from 1954-56. After traveling in Europe as a Fulbright Scholar, he earned his Ph.D. from Harvard in 1965. After serving as an assistant professor of history at the University of Pennsylvania, Mr. Viles and his family moved to St. Johnsbury in 1971 to teach at Lyndon State College. He was a professor of history at Lyndon State, Dean of Academic Affairs from 1983-91, then special assistant to the president of the college from 1991-93. Mr. Viles and his wife Patricia were very active in town. In 1972, he served as president of St. Johnsbury Little League. He was also a member of the Rotary Club, served on the board of the Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium, and served as town moderator for 13 years. Four of his children attended St. Johnsbury Academy, and his oldest son, Thomas, is now a teacher and coach at the Academy. He also served as a justice of the peace and was known for his one-sentence wedding ceremony: "With the power vested in me by Caledonia County, I pronounce you husband and wife." He officiated at the weddings of two of his children, Vickery and Thomas, both held in the back yard of the Viles home at 12 Boynton Ave. After his beloved wife Patricia died suddenly in 1992, Mr. Viles soon retired from Lyndon State and devoted his time and efforts to the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, which had been Pat's favorite place in St. Johnsbury. As executive director of the Athenaeum from 1993-96, he studied and documented the Athenaeum's unique characteristics, and helped convince the United States Department of the Interior to designate the Athenaeum as a National Historic Landmark. It is one of only 10 libraries in the nation to hold this prestigious status. Perry was a history buff and was particularly proud of St. Johnsbury's rich place in history. One of his happiest moments was dressing up in a 1920s period costume to appear as an extra when Jay Craven's crew filmed "Where the Rivers Flow North" on location on Main Street in St. Johnsbury in 1994. He was a fixture at town meetings, school board meetings - Patricia served on the school board - and town sporting events, from Little League games to Academy games, always proudly supporting his children in their interests. Perry and his second wife Barbara lived in South Kingstown, R.I., where they owned and operated The Kings Rose, an inn near the campus of the University of Rhode Island. The Viles family plans to schedule a public memorial service for their father in late spring in St. Johnsbury.

, 88, of Main Street, Wells River, died Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007, at the Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill, N.H. Born in Greensboro Bend on April 15, 1918, she was the daughter of Ray and Maude (Belknap) Danforth. On July 28, 1936, she married Howard McGaffey in Littleton, N.H. They made their home in East St. Johnsbury and later in the central Vermont and Barre area. In 1987, they moved to Randolph. He died Sept. 25, 1996. She later made her home in Wells River. She was an excellent homemaker and cook, who enjoyed sewing and playing her piano. Margaret has been a Jehovah Witness for 63 years. She had worked part time at the former Malnati Dry Cleaners in Barre and had sold Salad Master and Avon products. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Sylvia McGaffey of Wells River; a granddaughter, Crystal McGaffey of East Ryegate; a brother, William "Huyler" Danforth and his wife Betty of East Corinth; a sister, June Elkhill of Avon Park, Fla.; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Howard McGaffey; a son, Carlyle McGaffey, who died in June 2005; a grandson, Scott McGaffey, who died in February 1997; her parents; sisters, Wyllian Cutler, Andrea Grant, Ruth Salls, and Alta Morey; and brothers, Ivis Danforth and Laurel Danforth. Later interment and graveside service will be held in the Waits River Cemetery.

, 62, beloved husband of Joan Berwick Lowell, passed away in Newport on Feb. 12, 2007. He was born June 16, 1944, a son of Vern and Eliza (Danforth) Lowell who both have predeceased him. He was a man who enjoyed working with wood, keeping his vehicles looking spotless, and he loved camping and traveling to Florida. Blaine drove truck for over 35 years doing a lot of long-distance trucking. He started driving sitting on his brother Norval's lap driving his milk truck, which at the time was hauling milk in cans. Blaine also drove a tour bus in Canada before coming to the states. He is survived by his wife, Joan Lowell of Newport; and the following stepchildren, Susan and her husband Stephen Patten of North Haverhill, N.H., Robert and his wife Frieda of McIndoe Falls, and Richard Fournier and Mary Dimick also of McIndoe Falls.; the following grandchildren, Michael, Max and Felicia Fournier; and by his brother Norval and his friend Gloria Young of Derby; by his sister, Marian Guillette of Marbleton, Quebec; and his brothers and sisters-in-law, Allan Berwick of West Barnet, Caroline Barrett and her husband George of West Barnet, Carol Workman and her husband Richard of Florida, and Jean Berwick of Peacham; and by several nieces and nephews. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Vt Division, P.O. Box 1110, Burlington, VT 05402. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

, 59, of Clearwater, Fla., formerly of Newport and St. Johnsbury, died Feb. 12, 2007, peacefully at the Hospice House Woodside in Pinellas Park, Fla. He was the beloved husband of Cheryl Worth Marandola. A complete funeral notice will follow at a later date.

, 66, passed away peacefully in his home in Rancho Mirage, Calif., with his family and friends close by on Feb. 6, 2007. He was born May 20, 1940, in St. Johnsbury, Vt. He is survived by his partner of 28 years, David Pardo of Rancho Mirage, Calif.; brother and sister-in-law, Eugene N. Brown and Theresa D. Brown of Waterford, Vt.; much loved nephew and niece, Rick Brown of Wilder, Vt. and Penny Atherton of Henniker, N.H.; stepmother, Ruth A. Brown of Lyndonville, Vt.; several aunts, uncles, nephews and cousins. His father, Walter R. Brown, and a brother, Ronald P. Brown, predeceased him. Charlie will be missed by his many friends and leaves behind fond memories in the hearts and minds of his loved ones and friends around the country. At his request, there will be no service. A celebration of his life will be announced at a future date. In memories of Charles R. Brown, donations may be made to the American Lung Association.

, 83, of Wilmington, Mass., died Feb. 6, 2007, with her loving daughter Roberta Benson at her side. Ruth was born in Pawtucket, R.I., Sept. 6, 1923, the daughter of the late Harry Pratt Judson and Georgena (Miller) Judson. She married David Hall Turner on Oct. 3, 1941 in Pawtucket, R.I. Ruth will be remembered by family and friends as a person of many talents. She enjoyed spending time dancing, sewing, gardening, bird-watching, crafting, quilting, knitting, playing pinochle, and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ruth was predeceased by her husband David; her son Douglas; and her three brothers; Harry, Cleveland and Maynard. She is survived by her three daughters Beverly Purrington and her husband Richard White of Redwood City, Ca.; Roberta Benson and her husband John R. Reidrich Jr. of Groton, Ma.; and Jean Burbo and her husband Charles of Newark, Vt.; her eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

, loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away early Thursday morning, Feb. 15, 2007, surrounded by her loving family after a long, courageous fight with breast cancer. She was born Feb. 1, 1937 in South Strafford, Vt., the oldest daughter of Ralph W. and L. Maedeane (Cloud) Brown. She graduated from Hartford High School in 1955, and then moved to Burlington where she graduated from Sheldon Beauty School. She came to St. Johnsbury where she met her husband, Everett "Ziggy" Ruggles, her loving husband of 45 years. Mom was a hairdresser for 12 years in St. Johnsbury. Later, after all her children were in school, she went to work for Hovey's Shops until they closed in the early 1990s. She then went to work at JC Penney. Illness forced her to stop working there in late 2006. Throughout her life she made hundreds of cakes for people from all over. She made all her children's wedding cakes, and cakes for her children and grandchildren's special occasions. The most precious thing in Mom's life was her husband, her three children, their spouses and her eight grandchildren. Not a day went by that she did not praise her whole family. She was an awesome Mom! She is survived by her husband, Ziggy of St. Johnsbury (72 Skyview Terr. 05819); her daughter, Laurie Lanctot and son-in-law Jim of Thetford Center (1553 VT. Rt. 132 05075) and their children Holli, Garrett and Gavin; her son, Troy Ruggles and daughter-in-law Kelly of St. Johnsbury (40 Donna Dr. 05819) and their children Andrew and Samantha; her daughter, Stacie Beliveau and son-in-law Chris of Danville (477 Dole Hill Rd. 05828) and their children Cole, Carlie and Allie; her brother, Roger Brown and wife Sharron of Hartland, Vt.; three sisters, Marti Earnheart of White River Jct., Vt., Lorraine Brown of South Strafford, Vt., and Sylvia "Soupi" Brown of South Strafford Vt.; many nieces and nephews; and Ziggy's sister, Natalie Mann and husband George of Preston Md. Services will be held Monday, Feb. 19, at 1 p.m., at the Grace United Methodist Church with the pastor, the Rev. John Marshall, officiating. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Sunday afternoon from 2-5 p.m. Contributions marked in Joyce's name may be directed to either Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, Attn: Jim Flynn, P.O. Box 905, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819; or in support of the 2007 Caledonia County Relay For Life, (check payable to "American Cancer Society"), P.O. Box 1460, Williston, VT 05495.

, 90, formerly of St. Johnsbury Center and Lyndon, died Thursday morning, Feb. 15, 2007, at NVRH in St. Johnsbury. He was born July 2, 1916, in Newport, son of the late Moses D. and Etta M. (Holden) Hart. Mr. Hart was an electrician working for Reliance Electric in St. Johnsbury for many years. He then started his own business, Hart's Electric, serving the St. Johnsbury and Lyndon areas for 30 years, retiring in 1981. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, playing cards, going for Sunday drives, and tinkering on vehicles. In 1940 he married Josephine E. (Messier). She predeceased him on Feb. 8, 1994. He was also predeceased by a son, David Hart, and a sister, Leona Souther. Survivors include two children, Diane Howlett and her husband Thomas of Bridport, and Steven Hart of Wolcott; a daughter in-law, Cheryl Hart of Colchester; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a sister, Eula Bergeron and her husband Armond of Lyndonville; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Feb. 20, at 1 p.m. at the Guibord Funeral Home with the Rev. Donald Vincent officiating. Spring burial will be in Irasburg Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours.

, 81, of Lyndon, died at her home Thursday evening, Feb. 15, 2007. She was born Jan. 25, 1926, in Lyndon, a daughter of the late Howard and Hortense (Ducham) Brown. Ruth graduated from Lyndon Institute's Class of 1944. A loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Ruth was an excellent cook whose baked goods were enjoyed by many. She enjoyed sewing, working in her gardens, and feeding and watching wild birds. In 1946 Ruth married Harold F. Wilkins. They operated a dairy farm on the South Wheelock Road for many years. He predeceased her on Nov. 7, 2002. Survivors include two sons and their wives, Harold F. "Bub" and Thelma Wilkins of Lyndon, and Steven and Pamela Wilkins of Lyndon; three daughters, Pam Peters and her companion Wayland Baxter of Glover, Gail Paquette of West Burke, and Marcia Rainey and her husband Doug of Lyndon; 16 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Edward Brown of West Burke; two sisters, Lucille Lavely and her husband Arthur of St. Johnsbury Center, and Julie Carr of Sutton; many nieces and nephews. Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Lyndon Center Cemetery. Memorial donations made in Ruth's memory may be directed to Caledonia Home Health Inc. "marked Hospice," P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

85, of Railroad Street, died peacefully on Friday Feb. 16, 2007 at Weeks Medical Center, Lancaster, N.H. Mrs. Barnett was born in Bloomfield, Vt., on Dec. 25, 1921, the daughter of Floyd and Maude (Trufant) Shoff. Elaine was a graduate of Stratford High School and attended Lyndon Teachers College. In 1945, she married Harold E. Barnett. For the last 41 years, her most cherished time was spent at her summer cottage on Seymour Lake in Morgan, Vt. She also enjoyed her time at Colonel Town with the Seniors on the Move. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and a friend to all. She was a member of the Advent Christian Church, Whitefield. Family members include a daughter, Patricia B. Lee and her husband Brian of Lancaster; a stepdaughter, Beverly A. Campbell of Enfield, N.H.; a local granddaughter, Karie Elaine Bennett and her husband Randy of Whitefield, N.H.; other grandchildren include two grandsons, two granddaughters; three local great-grandchildren, Elaina Madeline Bennett, Amanda Bennett, Daniel Bennett; six other great-grandchildren; and her beloved cat Dusty. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold E. Barnett, on Nov, 6, 1998, and by a stepson, Robert Barnett in 1988. There are no calling hours. A celebration of Elaine's life will be held Wednesday morning, Feb. 21, at 11 a.m., at the Advent Christian Church, Whitefield. The Rev. Lou Going, pastor, will officiate. Immediately following the service, a luncheon will be held in the fellowship hall. Burial will be held in the spring in Northumberland Cemetery.

, 85, formerly of Ryegate, Vt., died Feb. 18, 2007, at the home of her nephew, Lyman Robie. She was born in Newbury, Vt., Oct. 18, 1921, a daughter of Clinton and Lena (Crosby) Emerson. Beulah was married to Alfred M. LaBay on Nov. 11, 1939. Together they operated the "We'll See" dairy farm in Ryegate until retirement in 1976. She regularly attended and was supportive of the affairs of the Ryegate Presbyterian Church. She was also a member of the Blue Mt. Grange, Vermont 251 Club, was a supervisor of the Town of Ryegate checklist, volunteered at Cottage Hospital in Woodsville, N.H., and had delivered meals on wheels with her husband, Al. She had been an active member of the Ryegate Home Dems, and hosted the annual Thanksgiving dinner. Beulah was an integral part of community and family activities, willing to extend herself for others' needs. Beulah was predeceased by her husband, Al, on Aug. 19, 1999, a sister, Emily Gilson, and a nephew, Timothy Robie. Survivors include one sister, Winona Robie and her husband Freeman of Piermont, N.H. and three nephews, Terry, Lyman and Todd; grandnephews and grandnieces. Calling hours will be on Monday, Feb. 26, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. The funeral service will be on Tuesday, Feb. 27, at 1:30 p.m. in the Ryegate Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Dr. Catherine Cook will officiate. Spring burial will be in Blue Mt. Cemetery, Ryegate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be designated for youth work at Ryegate Presbyterian Church, c/o Jeff Fraser, 3213 Ryegate Road, East Ryegate, VT 05042.

, 96, died Feb. 18, 2007, at the Grafton County Nursing Home, North Haverhill, N.H. He was born in Woodstock, N.H., March 22, 1910, the son of Wesley and Ella (Bryant) Lane. He married Helen Austin on Sept. 7, 1938. He worked for Plymwood Furniture Factory in Lisbon before retiring in 1975. Charles and Helen lived in the same house in Bath for 61 years. He loved to play golf and enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping and painting. A favorite hobby of his was to pick ginseng root and sell it to customers around the area. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Helen (Austin) Lane of North Haverhill; two daughters, Barbara Walker of Littleton, N.H., and Joyce Locke of Monroe, N.H.; a sister Thelma Carey of Lynchburg, Va.; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. There will be no calling hours. The funeral service will be on Saturday, Feb. 24, at 11:30 a.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H., with Mr. Thomas Peters of the Bath Congregational Church, officiating. Burial will be in the Bath Village Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contributions can be made to the Bath Congregational Church, c/o Everett Russ, Treasurer, Pettyboro Road, Bath, NH 03740, or Bath Fire Association, c/o Greg Jellison, Bath Town Office, Bath, NH 03740.

passed away peacefully midday Monday, Feb. 19, 2007, at the Country Village Nursing Home in Lancaster, N.H., with her family by her bedside. She was born in St. Johnsbury on Oct. 19, 1932, one of seven children born to Francis and Dometille (Bernier) Mayo. Anne graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1950 and had been receptionist at Fairbanks and later at St. Johnsbury Academy. First and foremost, she was a stay-at-home mom, and lovingly so. She will be dearly missed by all. She is survived by her husband, Wesley Brill of St. Johnsbury (187 Church St., 05819); three children, Lizabeth Warren and Earle Lakin of Littleton, N.H., (703 Slate Ledge Road, 03561), James Warren and his wife Lisa of Waterford (511 Hudson Road, 05819), Cathy Hardman and her husband Christopher of St. Johnsbury (174 Cliff St., 05819); Wesley's daughter Melanie 'Tori' Robinson, husband Tom and their two children, Kasey and Joel of Colchester; four grandchildren, Jamie Palmer, Katelyn and Lindsay Warren and Anne Hardman; one sister, Marceline Nadeau and her husband John of Lancaster, N.H.; four brothers, Fred Mayo of St. Johnsbury, John Mayo of St. Johnsbury, Bernier Mayo and his wife Jeanette of St. Johnsbury, Michael Mayo and his wife Priscilla of Waterford; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Elaine Driscoll, in 1999. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, Feb. 23 at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church. The Rev. Richard O'Donnell will be the celebrant, and her brother The Rev. Mr. Bernier Mayo, the homilist. Burial will be at a later date at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home, Thursday from 6-8 p.m., and will conclude with an evening prayer service. Memorial contributions could be directed to any of the following: Good Shepherd Foundation, P.O. Box 146, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819; St. Johnsbury Academy, P.O. Box 906, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819; or, marked for "Hospice" to Caledonia Home Health, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 73, formerly of Lisbon, N.H., passed away on Feb. 17, 2007, at the Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill, N.H. He was born in Groton, Mass., the son of Edward and Florence (Anderson) Gamlin. Frank enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1951 and served in the Korean War and also the Vietnam War, where he received a Purple Heart for his service. He retired from the Marines as a master sergeant in 1971 after serving 20 years in the Marine Corps. After he retired from the Marine Corps, he resided in Oceanside, Calif. He then moved east with his family, ending up in Franklin, N.H., where he worked at Webster Valve and also attended night school. Frank then moved north to Lisbon and purchased a home on Kingman Hill. He had various jobs from working at the New Hampshire State Liquor Store to doing landscaping and maintenance work for different area businesses, including Ammonoosuc Country Club, The Notchway, Franconia Inn and Floradale. His final business was Pampered Plants, which he shared with his former wife, Doris Gamlin of Lisbon, from which he retired in 1997. Frank was predeceased by his first wife, two brothers, and one sister. Surviving family members include his daughter, Gale and her husband Wade Holmes of Littleton, N.H.; his son, Gregg Gamlin of Littleton; two grandsons, Andrew Tattersall of Littleton and Matthew Gamlin of Goffstown, N.H.; a brother, Robert Gamlin and his wife Francis of Londonderry, N.H.; nieces and nephews. Military honors will be presented on Friday, Feb. 23, 2007, at 1 p.m. at the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery Chapel in Boscawen, N.H.

, 83, of Creamery Road, died Sunday, Feb. 18, 2007, at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H. Born Sept. 29, 1923, in Barre, Vt., she was the daughter of Alfred and Catherine (Littlejohn) Simpson. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1941. On June 24, 1946, she married Jean B. Hamilton in Barre. They made their home in Burlington, Barre, Glens Falls, N.Y., and since 1984 in South Ryegate. They were also longtime summer residents at Joe's Pond. He died Feb. 26, 2002. In earlier years, she had been employed at the National Life Insurance Company in Montpelier. Volunteer service with the American Red Cross, raising gladioli, swimming, card-playing and skiing were her special interests. She was a member of the South Ryegate Presbyterian Church and had worked with the church ladies in the senior meals program there. Survivors include her three daughters, Laurie Cote of Williamsburg, Mass., Lynn Hamilton of South Ryegate, and Ann Dingman and her husband, Karl of Brant Lake, N.Y.; two sons, Russel Hamilton of New York City, and John E.B. Hamilton and his wife Jill of Saratoga Springs, N.Y.; eight grandchildren, Logan, Ian, Casey and Ryan Hamilton, William and Cameron Cote, Malia Hamilton and Noah Dingman; three sisters, Dorothy Burbank of Jericho, Vt., Margaret Hoare of Montpelier, and Virginia Milne of Barre; a brother, William Simpson of Silver Springs, Md.; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Mary Chatot, and two brothers, Howard Simpson and Alfred Simpson. A Service of Remembrance will be held Saturday, Feb. 24, 2007, at noon in South Ryegate Presbyterian Church. Interment will be made in the Hope Cemetery in Barre. Friends may call at the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy St., Barre, on Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. Memorial contributions in her memory may be made to the South Ryegate Presbyterian Church, c/o Gloria Welch, 419 Stone Road, South Ryegate, VT 05069.

, 92, formerly of Lyman, N.H., passed away on Feb. 19, 2007, at the Lafayette Center Genesis Eldercare in Franconia, N.H. She was born in Lisbon, N.H., the daughter of Frank and Mary (Bolduc) Sylvester on Nov. 14, 1914. Louise was a lifelong resident of the area. She was employed at the Lisbon Shoe Company and Lisbon Furniture Factory during her working career. Louise liked farming, gardening, and any good reading material. She was a member of the St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Lisbon. Family members include a son, Philip and his wife Evelyn Poore of Lyman; a daughter, Barbara and her husband John Elliott of Lisbon; four grandchildren, Philip Jr. of Lyman, Les and his wife Melissa of Lyman, John and his wife Laura Elliott of Virginia and Erica Elliott of Lisbon; two great-grandsons, Nickolas and Jacob Poore. She was predeceased on May 10, 1984, by her husband, Robert W. Poore. Four brothers and six sisters also predeceased her. A mass of Christian burial will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, School Street, Lisbon. At Louise's request there will be no calling hours. Family suggests donations be made in Louise's memory to the Lisbon Library, School Street, Lisbon, NH 03585.

, 93, of St. Johnsbury, died Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2007, at St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab, where she had been a resident since 2002. Lydia Sylvain was born in Ste. Rose de Watford, Quebec, May 16, 1913, the youngest child of William and Marie (Vachon) Carrier. She was the last living child of this family of six children. She attended school in St. Rose. On June 24, 1935, she married Charles Sylvain and moved to a farm on the New Boston Road in St. Johnsbury. They had four children. In 1944, Lydia and Charles purchased the Moses Rivers farm in the Stark District area of St. Johnsbury. In the following years she worked side by side with her husband haying, milking their dairy herd, and improving the farm. As the children grew older she took on outside work, first lacing shoes at home for Hitchner Shoe Co. Then in 1956, she work at St. Johnsbury Glovers until 1963. During the following years, she did housecleaning for many residents in St. Johnsbury. In 1972, they sold the farm to their son and daughter-in-law, Patrick and Rose. She continued living in the original farmhouse until April 2001. Lydia was a communicant of St. John the Evangelist Church and a member of the former Ste. Anne's Society. Lydia enjoyed cooking, gardening, knitting, and doing arts and crafts. She loved her flower gardens and crocheted an afghan for each of her 12 grandchildren. Survivors include four children, Cecile Dube of Elmwood Park, N.J., Patrick Sylvain and his wife Rose of St. Johnsbury, Gertrude Dussault and her husband Andrew of St. Johnsbury, Denise Hall and her husband Roland of St. Johnsbury; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law George Sylvain and sister-in-law Marie Sylvain, both of St. Johnsbury; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles, in 1999; by three brothers, Amedee in 1982, Achilles in 1998, and Gideon in 1999; two sisters, Elise Veilleux in 2001 and Clara Fauchon in 1995. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, Feb. 24, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church with the pastor, the Rev. Patrick Forman, celebrant. Burial will be in May at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Friday from 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions could be directed to Good Shepherd Foundation, P.O. Box 146, St. Johnsbury VT 05819, or, marked for "Employee Activities Fund" to St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, 1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 59, of Clearwater, Fla., and formerly of Newport and St. Johnsbury died peacefully Feb. 12, 2007, in Pinellas Park, Fla. He was born Aug. 27, 1947, in Newport, a son of Leo and Sylvaine (Perron) Marandola. On Sept. 4, 1971, he married Cheryl Worth, who survives him. Mr. Marandola graduated from Newport High School in 1966 and later from the New Hampshire College in Manchester, N.H., with a bachelor's degree in business administration. He was an insurance broker and manager of the Metropolitan Insurance Co. in St. Johnsbury, Vt., for 25 years. He recently was employed by Allstate Insurance Company. He held membership with Kiwanis International, the Benevolent Order of the Elks, both of Newport and St. Johnsbury, and he was on the board of directors for Neto. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed golfing, playing cribbage with his family and at the Elk tournaments, and working on computers. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Marandola of Clearwater, Fla.; three children, Erin Marandola of Englewood, Colo., Nicholas Marandola of St. Johnsbury and Brittany Marandola of Burlington; a brother, Ronald Marandola, and sister-in-law, Ruby Marandola, both of Newport; brothers-in-law, William Worth and his wife Joanne of Newport, Greg Worth and his wife Anne of Hyde Park and Jeffrey Worth of Essex; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and by a brother, Warner Marandola. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25, 2007, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel, 37 Lake Road, Newport, Vt . (Parking and easy ramped entrance in rear of funeral home.) Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 26, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Newport with the Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating a Mass of Christian burial. Spring interment in Mead Hill Cemetery in Holland. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to: Richard Marandola Children's Education Fund in care of Joanne Guyette-Worth, Community National Bank, P.O. Box 259, Derby, VT 05829; or to the Hospice Florida Suncoast, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33760.

of Concord died suddenly at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital on Friday, Feb. 23, 2007, at the age 67. He was born in Boston on Feb. 1, 1940, the son of Leslie Edward and Virginia Rainey. He married Nancy Spencer of St. Johnsbury July 26, 1965; he had previously served in the United States Army. Don loved just spending time with his family and grandchildren. His parents predeceased him, his father in 1972 and his mother in 2001. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Bartlett of Concord (290 Ladd Road, 05824); his son and daughter-in-law Dave and Bethany Bartlett of North Concord; his five grandchildren, Kelly, David "DJ," Kelsi, Korilyn and Dennis; his brother Frank Bartlett of Littleton, N.H.; five sisters, Virginia Moore of Rumney, N.H., Lesley Sheltra of Florida, Rose Kelly of Hebron, N.H., Kathy Russell and Margaret Juraska both of Warren, N.H.; Nancy's sister Sandra Pearson of Lyndonville; nieces and nephews. Services will be at the convenience of the family. The family would like to express their appreciation to the second-floor NVRH staff for their kindnesses, and to pastors Rick Menard and Mike Murray, Judy Kennedy, John Gallagher and countless others for their love and support. Should friends desire, contributions in Don's memory could be directed to New Beginnings Christian Church, 72 Moose River Dr., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 63, of West Danville, died Friday evening Feb. 23, 2007, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H., following complications recovering from an auto accident in November 2006. He was born May 19, 1943, in St. Johnsbury, son of the late Clarence F. and Elizabeth (Lefevre) Powers Sr. Following the death of his father, Buster, or Buzzy as he was also known, was raised by his mother and step-father, Howard Jacques. A 1961 graduate of St. Johnsbury Trade School, Buster then entered the U.S. Army serving in Germany. On May 2, 1970, he married Theresa A. "Terry" Madsen. He worked for more than 30 years as an auto parts salesman, beginning with Caledonia Auto Parts in St. Johnsbury and later for Sullivan's Auto Parts in Lyndonville where he was still employed. Over the years, Buster was one of the best bowlers to bowl at Gold Crown Lanes in St. Johnsbury. He was the secretary of the Thursday night men's bowling league as well. In his free time he loved fishing on Joe's Pond. He played fantasy sports and was a New York Yankees fan. He was always willing to help friends, neighbors and anyone he met in need. Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Terry Powers of West Danville; two sons, Michael Powers and his wife Carrie of St. Johnsbury, and Eric Powers and his fiancée Amanda Shields of Concord; three grandchildren, Emma, Hannah and Gehrig Powers; and his many, many close friends. Friends may call on the family Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Guibord Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 2, at 11 a.m. at the funeral Home with Jane Larrabee officiating. Memorial donations made in Buster's memory may be directed to SAD-SAC, P.O. Box 8, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 83, of Barnet passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon, Feb. 22, 2007. He was born in Barnet Oct. 27, 1923, the son of William and Bessie (Bennett) Nutter. He married Winona Clark June 1, 1941. He was a lifetime dairy farmer in Barnet, first on Jersey Acres from 1945 to 1979, and then with his father on Echo Hill Farm. He liked to travel and really didn't care where, especially on Sunday afternoons. He also liked to camp and go to his fairs. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Winona of Barnet (866 Little France Road, 05821); daughter Mary White and her husband Buck of Barnet; son William Nutter and his wife Deborah of Barnet, daughter Patricia Davenport and her husband Dorrance of Live Oaks, Fla.; sister: Arlene McGinnis of St. Johnsbury; Winona's seven brothers and sisters: Douglas, Bobby, Norman, Maynard Jr., Juanita, Dorothy, and Betty; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Catherine Basner. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Sayles Funeral Home with Mr. John Sleeper presiding. Burial will be in May at the Passumpsic Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. Contributions, marked in Melvin's name and made out to "Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital," could be directed to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, att: Jim Flynn, PO Box 905, St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 98, of South Ryegate, Vt., died peacefully surrounded by her family Friday, Feb. 23, 2007, at Wayside Hospice in Wayland, Mass. She had been visiting her daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and John Harding in Stow, Mass., where she suffered a stroke Feb. 16. A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, March 3, at 2 p.m. at the United Presbyterian Church in South Ryegate with the Rev. Dr. Catherine Cook officiating. A complete obituary will be published in a future edition of The Caledonian-Record.

, 98, of South Ryegate, Vt., died Feb. 23 at the Wayside Hospice in Wayland, Mass. She had been visiting her daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and John Harding of Stow, Mass., when she suffered a stroke on Feb. 16. Mrs. Pineo was a leap-year baby and would have been 99 at the end of the month. Born in Thunder Bay (formerly Port Arthur), Ontario, Mrs. Pineo was one of five children born to Mabel Murdoch Smith MacDonald and Joseph Roderick MacDonald. The family moved to Boston when Winnie was 7 years old. She became a naturalized U.S. citizen because she wanted to vote in the United States. Mrs. Pineo was a graduate of the Bouve School and Boston University. Her early career included teaching physical education at the Winsor School in Boston. She also worked as education director for the International Ladies Garment Workers Union for a short time before she began her family. Mrs. Pineo was married to the late Clare Pineo and they had two daughters, Marion (Marny) and Sandra. In 1946 the family purchased the old Beckley farm in South Ryegate, living there year-round for a few years and later returning each year for the summer. The family moved to New York state where Winnie resumed her teaching career, this time in the elementary grades. In 1968 Mrs. Pineo moved to South Ryegate permanently. She devoted the rest of her career to teaching children with special needs at the Blue Mountain Union School, retiring in 1978 at age 70. Well known for her advocacy work for children and adults with special needs, Winnie received many awards and honors for her work. She received the Volunteer Recognition Special Award from the U.S. Department of Special Education of the Administration of Developmental Disabilities. She received the Vermont YWCA's Susan B. Anthony Award in 1989 to honor her advocacy work for people with disabilities. Recently, in October 2006, Upper Valley Services Inc. of Bradford-Randolph recognized her with an engraved clock-plaque and the "Winnie Pineo Annual Award," as its first recipient. One UVS employee will have their named engraved on the plaque, recognizing their work emulating Mrs. Pineo's high standards for work with the mentally challenged. She was instrumental in the formation of the agency, UVS, over 20 years ago which now provides a wide variety of services to about 250 developmentally disabled clients in Orange and Caledonia counties and some of Washington County. A self-confident public speaker, Winnie often spoke on a wide variety of topics near and dear to her heart. She was a strong supporter of civil rights, universal health care and for people with disabilities. She was an active advocate for school-age children with disabilities up until her death as she neared age 99. Winnie was an active participant at the annual Ryegate town meeting. On a very hot day in August 2005, Winnie spoke eloquently on the necessity for protecting Social Security at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial in Washington, D.C., in front of national television. The occasion was the 70th anniversary of the Social Security Act. Winnie lived a long and full life, dedicating herself to others. Although short in stature, she was 10 feet tall in the eyes of her many friends and supporters. Mrs. Pineo was predeceased by her daughter Marny, who died in 1967 at age 27. Mrs. Pineo is survived by one daughter, Sandra and her husband, John Harding (89 Sudbury Road, Stow, MA 01775); three granddaughters and five great-grandchildren: Anne and her husband, Philip Klint and son Alex, of Maplewood, N.J., Amy and her husband Fernando Wright and their children Nina and John of Washington, D.C., and Sarah and her husband Nicholas Penniman and their children Nicky and Mac of Silver Spring, Md.; her niece Winnie and her husband, Harold Bean, of Berlin, Vt., and Florida and their four children and three grandchildren; and many more nieces and nephews who were very special to her. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 3, at 2 p.m. at the United Presbyterian Church in South Ryegate. Contributions may be made to the Winnie and Marny Pineo Scholarship Fund, c/o Cindy Fraser, P.O. Box 73, South Ryegate, VT 05069, or to Wayside Hospice, 266 Cochituate Road, Wayland, MA 01778.

, 79, of Ford Road, Maidstone, died Sunday evening, Feb. 25, 2007, at the Veterans Administration Hospital, White River Junction, Vt. Mr. Ford was born in Guildhall, Vt. on Feb. 5, 1928, the son of Fred and Celia (Ball) Ford. Chan was a longtime resident of Maidstone. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII and later with the Army National Guard. For 25 years he was employed at the Peoples Bank in Groveton and for 18 years was a self-employed sales representative for Electrolux. He was a member of John W. Weeks Post 3041, Lancaster, American Legion, Groveton, and the Gilkey Masonic Lodge, Groveton. He is survived by a stepson, Wayne Elliott Sr. of Maidstone, Vt.; six grandchildren, Atashia Downs, Rotina Johnson, Leola Sobliros, Wayne Elliott Jr., Ora Elliott, and Raymond Elliott. He was predeceased by, his wife, Phyllis J. (Nelson) Ford, and his brother Rodney Ford. At Chan's request there are no visiting hours. A memorial service will be held Thursday afternoon, March 1, at 1 p.m. at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. Rev. James Michaels, pastor, of Lancaster Assembly of God will officiate. Burial with military honors will be held in the spring in Ridgwell Cemetery, Guildhall, Vt. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to Caledonia Home Health Care, 161 Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

passed away Feb. 10, 2007, after a long battle with emphysema. He was born on June 30, 1934 in Burlington, Vt. He is survived by Phyllis, his beloved wife of 50 years; sisters Bonnie (Paul) Fontaine of St. Johnsbury, Vt. and Carol (Don) Cameron of Bennington, Vt.; sons Roger, Richard (Leslie), Robert and Rodney; daughter Peggy Smith; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous extended family members. He was preceded in death by his son Randy; his parents, Hiram and Hazel Hutchinson of Island Pond, Vt.; and his in-laws, Henry and Violet Jones of St. Albans, Vt. He retired from the U.S. Air Force after 23 years and retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 23 years. Remembrances may be made to the American Lung Association. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 3, at 11 a.m., St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 6201 Spruce Ave., Sacramento, Calif.

, 83, died at the Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill, N.H., on Feb. 25, 2007. George was born on Feb. 7, 1924, in Newport Center, Vt., to Xavier and Oldina (Joyal) LeBlanc. He was employed for 47 years as a machinist for General Motors in Bristol, Conn. He moved from Connecticut to McIndoe Falls, Vt., in November 1993 and then in January 1994 he moved to Woodsville, N.H. He married Brenda Eastman on Dec. 9, 2005. George is survived by his wife, Brenda, and his two cats, Smokey and Scrappy, and his extended family at the Grafton County Nursing Home. There will be calling hours at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H., on Thursday, March 1, 2007, from 7 to 8 p.m. A graveside service will be on June 1, 2007, at 12 p.m., in Groton Village Cemetery, Groton, Vt., with Father Daniel J. Sinibaldi officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to either the Grafton County Home Association, 3855 Dartmouth College Highway, North Haverhill, NH 03774, or to the Christina Vinnacombe-Ellison Family Relief Fund, c/o Woodsville Guaranty Savings Bank, ATTN: Lisa Simonds, 5 Forest Street, Woodsville, NH 03785.

, age 73, passed away peacefully on Feb. 25, 2007, at St. David's Georgetown Hospital. Cleon was born on July 25, 1933, to Clayton Stowell and Beatrice (Watson) Stowell in Lyndonville, Vt. Cleon served our country in the United States Army from 1953-1955 in Korea. After this time, Cleon became a self-employed horse dealer. Cleon is survived by his former wife, Betty Stowell; and daughters, Catherine (Michael) Anderson, and Sheila (Randy) Clevenger of Georgetown, Texas. Also surviving him are his grandchildren, Matthew and Daniel Anderson, Nathan and Bethany Wright, and step-grandson, Ryan Clevenger. His brothers, Merwin (Kayleen) Stowell, Ervin (Happy) Stowell, Robert (Judy) Stowell, and Clayton (Florence) Stowell Jr., and sisters, Beverly (Harold) Whipple and Helen Fee, survive him as well. He was preceded in death by his son, Cleon B. "Butchie" Stowell; brothers, Harold Stowell, Kenneth Stowell and Bernard Stowell; and one sister, Ruth Tylenda. A visitation will be held on Friday, March 2, 2007, from 6 to 8 p.m. and services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2007, at The Guibord Funeral Home, 15 Main Street, Lyndonville, Vt. Graveside service will be at a later date. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Jeff and Shelly Smith for their care and kindness to Cleon. We would also like to thank Dr. Thompson, Dr. Elliot, and the Caledonia Home Health Care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Caledonia Home Health Care, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 82, of Barton, died peacefully Feb. 26, 2007, in Barton. He was born on Feb. 9, 1925, in Hereford, Quebec, a son of Willie and Albina (Bellville) Breault. On Oct. 17, 1959, he married Patricia Gaudreault who survives him. Mr. Breault along with his son owned and operated a dairy farm in Brownington from 1972 to 1983. He also worked at Ethan Allen MFG in Beecher Falls, Vt., from 1965 to 1972. He continued logging and cutting brush until 1998. Mr. Breault held membership with St. Theresa's Church in Orleans. Among his hobbies he enjoyed playing bingo and cards with his wife in later years and spending many hours outdoors. He also enjoyed fishing and hunting in his earlier years. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Breault of Barton; his children, Patrick Breault and his wife Debra of Westfield, Rachel Coulter and her husband Steven of Newport, Danielle Wright and her husband Allan of Orleans, Jocelyne Stocker and her husband Jeffrey of Essex Junction, and Jacinthe Breault and fianc? Joseph Storto Jr. of Stannard; grandchildren Christina Guillette and her husband Alan of Newport Center, Michelle Breault and fianc? Jeff Dunn of Newport, Corey Breault of Westfield, Melissa Zebrowski and her husband Andrew of Westmore, Eric Morin of Newport, Amanda and Jeremy Wright of Orleans, Jordan, Jared and Jacob Stocker, all of Essex Junction, and Paige and Marisa Storto of Stannard; great-grandchildren Derick Guillette, Morgan Taylor Dunn, Anyas Tullis-Morin and Keenan Morin; brothers and sisters Alcide Breault and his wife Marjorie of Newport, Germain Breault and his wife Cecile of St. Albans, Clement Breault and his wife Germaine of Biddeford, Maine, Gracia Boutin and her husband Emery of Coaticook, Quebec, and Gisele Caron of Essex. He was predeceased by brothers and sisters Gertrude, Lucien, Romeo, Albert and Carmen. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2007, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday March 1, 2007, at St. Theresa's Church in Orleans with the Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating a Mass of Christian burial. Spring interment will be in St. Theresa's Cemetery, Orleans. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Vermont Lung Association, 30 Farrell Ave., Burlington, VT 05401.

, USAF, Retired, 91, died Sunday, Feb. 25, 2007, in Tallahassee, Fla., after deteriorating from a heart attack suffered in June 2006. Melvin was born on Feb. 3, 1916, in Monmouth, Maine, the only child of William D. McKenzie and Florence B. Winslow. Raised in St. Johnsbury, Vt., where his parents operated a restaurant and boarding house on Eastern Avenue, Melvin graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1933 and was the first Eagle Scout in the state of Vermont. After admission to the University of Maine, Melvin joined Army ROTC, became a member of the Theta Chi fraternity, and majored in mechanical engineering before graduating in June 1939. Commissioned a second lieutenant, Melvin reported to the Army Air Corps Flying Cadet training program at Randolph Field, Texas, in May 1940. After earning his wings, Melvin was assigned as a B-17 pilot and navigator in the 19th Bombardment Group at March Field, Calif. He participated in the first ever trans-oceanic mass flight of heavy bombers in May 1941 from California to Hawaii for which he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. In October to November 1941, he deployed to Clark Field in the Philippines just prior to the Japanese attack in December. Two-thirds of his unit were killed or captured during a year of combat, but he escaped the Philippines and flew 25 combat missions across the southwest Pacific, earning two Silver Stars, a Bronze Star, and two Air Medals before his return home. Stationed in Nagoya, Japan, during the Korean War, he flew transport missions in support of UN forces. Other military assignments included Eglin Field, Fla., the Pentagon, and Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. For his last tour, he worked on the X-20 Dyna-Soar Project, a two-man space plane that provided early data for the space shuttle. Melvin retired from the USAF in 1962 and worked for Martin Aerospace on the Gemini space program before completing a civil service career in 1988 at Wright-Patterson AFB where he worked on a variety of avionics systems including components of the B-2 stealth bomber. Melvin resided in Shalimar, Fla., from 1988 to 2003 when he moved to Tallahassee, Fla., with his wife of over 59 years, H. Bernice Hays Tatum, who died of a stroke on Aug 20, 2003. Melvin is survived by two sons, Lt. Col. Mark A. McKenzie, USAF, Retired of Lynchburg, Va., and Lt. Col. Matthew A. McKenzie, USAF of Langley AFB, Va.; three daughters, Frances A. McKenzie of Burnesville, Minn., Catherine M. Benton and Cynthia M. Alison of Tallahassee, Fla.; 10 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. An infant daughter, Sandra F. McKenzie, predeceased Melvin in 1944. He will be interred at Barrancas National Cemetery on Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla.