, 64, formerly of Barton, died in Glover on December 27, 2007, after a long illness. Mr. Rockwell was born July 25, 1943, in Boston, Massachusetts, a son of Charles and Grace (Wentworth) Rockwell. He worked for several years as a machinist at Tivoly's in Derby Line. He loved fishing and hunting, but especially fishing as he and his wife, Norma, made several trips to Lake Ontario in western New York. He was a person who could tinker on things and fix most anything. He is survived by his wife, Norma, of Barton, who he married in 1963; by his mother, Grace, of Barton; by children: Laura Valley and her husband, Michael, of Hooksett, New Hampshire, and Donald Jr., Stephen, and Kelley Marie Rockwell, all of Barton; by grandchildren: Garrett Rockwell of Barton and Meagan and Brandon Valley of Hooksett; by his brother Richard and his wife, Georgette, of Barton; by his sister Audrey Rockwell of Orleans; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Charles Rockwell; and by his brother Robert Rockwell. Funeral services were held January 2 in Barton with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating. Spring interment will be held in the Welcome O. Brown Cemetery in Barton.

, 74, of Westfield died peacefully December 25, 2007, at his home, surrounded by his family. Mr. Verge was born December 14, 1933, in Westfield, a son of Arthur and Marianne (Bouffard) Verge Sr. On February 2, 1961, he married Violette Mayhew, who survives him. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He lived in New Jersey where he was a self-employed furniture restorator. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus in New Jersey. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening, and he collected antique cars. He is survived by his wife, Violette Verge, of Westfield; by two sons, Arthur J. Verge III and his wife, Anne, of New Jersey and Andre Verge and his wife, Linda, of New Jersey; by four grandchildren: Kristen, Caitlin, Elizabeth, and Cassandra; by his sister Alice Krucsh of Niagara Falls, New York; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers: Alphonse, Charles, Henry, Gerard, and Edward; and by his sister Agnes Bannach. Funeral services were held December 28 at the Sacred Heart Church in Troy with the Reverend Henry Mlinganisa celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Verge's memory may be sent to the family at 2998 Vermont Route 100, Westfield, Vermont 05874.

, 62, of Island Pond died peacefully on December 29, 2007, in Newport. Mr. Santaw was born December 27, 1945, in Newport, a son of Roland and Ellen (Carr) Santaw. On May 9, 1964, he married Carol Bousquet, who survives him. He was a mechanic for Freuhauf Truck and Trailer Company of Wallingford, Connecticut. He was a former volunteer fireman for the town of Brighton and a member of the Brighton Rescue Squad. He was involved with the Boy Scouts in Island Pond. He enjoyed fishing and woodworking. He is survived by his wife, Carol Santaw, of Island Pond; by children: Cathy Wilkins and her husband, Ken, of Lyndonville, Candy Deslandes and her husband, Donald, of Newport, Cindy Brown and her husband, Marc, of SouthWheelock, Cheryl Hackett and her husband, Tony, of Island Pond, Raymond Santaw and his wife, Carol, of Island Pond, Michael Santaw of Newport, Annemarie Dion and her husband, Rusty, of Newport, and Frank Santaw and his wife, Amanda, of Norton; by his mother-in-law, Dora Bousquet, of Orleans; by his brother Robert Santaw of Newport; by his sister Bernice Morey and her husband, Brad, of Titusville, Florida; by his brother-in-law Lester Bousquet and his wife, Sandy, of Lisbon, New Hampshire; and by his sister-in-law Betty Young and her husband, Robert, of Orleans; by numerous grandchildren; by several great-grandchilden; and by several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Santaw's memory may be made to North Country Hospital, Ron Holland M.D. Community Dialysis Center, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855; or to Rural Community Transportation, St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819.

, 87, a longtime resident of Groton, Connecticut, died in his home on Saturday afternoon, December 15, 2007, of natural causes. Mr. Sanderson was born August 3, 1920, in Lyndon, a son of Bert and Dorothy Sanderson. He spent his early years exploring the green hills of the Northeast Kingdom. He enjoyed fishing in the brooks and rivers of northern Vermont. From an early age, he enjoyed observing animals and creatures and felt at home in the outdoors. His youth led him west to San Diego, California, and then back to Vermont to join the U.S. Navy. During World War II, he faced both Nazi and Japanese forces. His naval voyages aboard the U.S.S. Andromeda exposed him to much of the world, visiting places as far away as the African coast, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Pacific Islands. He earned numerous service medals, veteran's awards, and, most importantly, an honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy. After the Navy, he found residence in Norwich and Groton, Connecticut. While in Groton, he worked as a boilermaker for the Electric Boat Company. He retired with over 25 years of service. He was known as a talented welder and performed many custom jobs for the U.S. military. His favorite pastime was fishing for bluefish in the waters of Long Island Sound. He loved the fight and will of the bluefish and mailed his "smoked blues" to friends and family all over the U.S. A sailor at heart, he was well versed in sea travel and often ventured out in weather that other fishermen found unfavorable. To all those who knew him well, he will be remembered for his light-hearted, generous ways and warm spirit. An old-fashioned gentleman with class and compassion, he was a man of good faith and was a model citizen. He will be missed greatly. He was predeceased by his parents, Bert and Dorothy Sanderson; by his loving wife, Helen Sanderson; by his sister Harriet Peck; and by his three brothers: Bob, Kenneth, and Raymond Sanderson. He is survived by his sister-in-law Catherine Sanderson; by his brother-in-law Stuart Peck; and by numerous nieces and nephews. A family service will be held for Mr. Sanderson in the spring at the Woodmont Cemetery in East Burke. Neighbors and friends are welcome. Donations in Mr. Sanderson's memory may be made to Hospice of Southeast Connecticut, 179 Gallivan Lane, Uncasville, Connecticut 06382.

, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 2, 2008, at the Greensboro Nursing Home. Mrs. Moffatt was born in Craftsbury on June 29, 1909, a daughter of Flora Ethel Waterhouse Green and Fred Green. She grew up in Craftsbury and graduated from Craftsbury Academy in 1926. Having attended the University of Vermont (UVM) and Lyndon Normal School, she began teaching in a one-room school with eight grades and 35 pupils. Out of necessity, she drove a horse and buggy or sleigh to attend high school and teach school. Longtime sweetheart Robert J. Moffatt became her husband on November 27, 1930. The farm business continued for many years with husband and wife working very hard before retirement. At age 56, she took more courses at UVM and Johnson State Teachers College and began teaching remedial reading in Craftsbury until age 70. She was a dedicated, conscientious, caring teacher. Piano lessons enabled her to play for services in the Collinsville Methodist Church when young. She belonged to the local Order of the Eastern Star and served as matron, the Craftsbury Community Grange, the Orleans Essex County Retired Teachers Association, the Horse and Buggy Club at the United Church of Craftsbury where she was a longtime member, the church ladies union, and the church prayer circle. She and her husband loved music and enjoyed playing together, he on the fiddle and she on the piano. She is survived by three children: Virginia M. Zahner of Erie, Pennsylvania, and James Moffatt and Andrew Moffatt and his wife, Eve, all of Craftsbury; by eight grandchildren; by 16 great-grandchildren; by ten great-great-grandchildren; and by four nieces. She was predeceased by her husband, Bob; by her oldest son, Lawrence Moffatt; by her sister Inez Green; and by her daughter-in-law Joan Moffatt. A funeral service was held January 6 at the United Church of Craftsbury with Pastor Alan Parker officiating. Spring interment will be in the Branch Cemetery in Craftsbury. Contributions in Mrs. Moffatt's memory may be made to the United Church of Craftsbury Memorial Fund, in care of Marcie Mastin, 15 Mastin Road, Craftsbury, Vermont 05826; or to the Craftsbury Community Care Center, 1784 East Craftsbury Road, Craftsbury, Vermont 05826.

, 75, died December 26, 2007, at Copley Hospital in Morrisville after a courageous struggle with cancer. Mr. Mason was born in Albany on July 29, 1932, the youngest of the ten children of Lewis Edward and Elvia Irene (Shatney) Mason, and grandson of Louis and Louise (Mitchell) Masson of Lowell and Albany. He attended schools in Eden and Albany where his family was engaged in logging and farming. He never lost his love of nature and the outdoors, continuing his hobbies of hunting and fishing throughout his lifetime. As a young man, he excelled in art and music, playing a melody on guitar as though he had written the music himself, though he had heard it only once, and drawing without reference on paper and then carving the images in leather. He was also gifted in auto mechanics; his oldest brother Leonard often described his mechanical prowess by saying, "There was nothing under the hood that he couldn't fix, and if it had been wrecked in an accident, it was as shiny as brand-new when it left Jesse." Besides working as a mechanic in his adult years, he had been employed as a chef in Vergennes, and in line with family tradition, he was a logger. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Mason, of Morrisville; by their children: Linda, Rodney, Danny, John, Cindy, Kristy, and Rose; by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins; and by his beloved sister Mary Marsh of Vergennes. He was predeceased by his parents; by his son Bruce Mason; and by his siblings: Leonard, Mitchell, Abner, Roger, Sidney, and Chelsiah Mason, Desmiah Durocher, and Hilda Peavey. A memorial service for Mr. Mason will be held in the spring. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Lamoille Area Cancer Network, P.O. Box 38, Lake Elmore, Vermont 05657.

, 93, of Barton, formerly of Lowell and Island Pond, died peacefully on December 24, 2007, in Barton. She was born September 11, 1914, in Lowell, a daughter of Homer and Edith (Potter) Tillotson. She married Kleon Kelley on April 2, 1938. She was a schoolteacher when one-room schoolhouses were the norm. She was a cook at Frank's Steak House in Newport. Next to her family, her greatest passion was genealogy. Efforts of her research are recorded in the Lowell town clerk's office. She is survived by her daughters: Cleo Mosher of Barton and Lady Lake, Florida, Barbara Hilliker and her husband, Bill, of Derby and Lady Lake, and Dawn Lamont and her husband, Loren, of Brownington and Dowling Park, Florida; by her grandchildren: Carlene Lanoue, Crystal Perkins, Connie Campilango, Craig Mosher, Brent and Todd Hilliker, Terry St. Pierre, Linda Palmer, Susan Dutton, and Matthew and Steven Lamont; by 28 great-grandchildren; by two great-great-grandchildren; and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Kleon Kelley, in 1981; by her brothers Glen and ArltonTillotson; by her sisters: Gladys Sylvester, Melba Carl, Annie White, and Evelyn Stebbins; and by son-in-law Colen Mosher in June 2004. Graveside services will be held in the spring in Mountainview Cemetery in Lowell. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Kleon and Betty Kelley Scholarship Fund, United Christian Academy, Newport, Vermont 05855; or to the Lowell Cemetery Association, Lowell, Vermont 05847.

, 86, formerly of Island Pond, died peacefully on December 26, 2007, at Bel-Aire Quality Care Nursing Center in Newport, where she had resided for the past six years. Ms. Kane was born November 8, 1921, in Island Pond, a devoted daughter who cared for her mother and father, William and Lillian (Colby) Kane, in their declining years. Her ready smile, sense of humor, and sweet disposition endeared her to all. She was blessed to see an angel on her shoulder watching over her in her final days. She will be missed. She was predeceased by her brother William and her sister Sylvia Heapes. She leaves many nieces and nephews and her brother-in-law Frank Heapes of Belmont, California. Funeral services were held December 29 at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Island Pond with the Reverend William Morgan celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial. Spring interment will be held in Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond.

, 56, of Newport died suddenly on December 29, 2007, in Newport. Mr. Davis was born January 19, 1951, in Newport, a son of Harold Davis and the late Hazel (Barre) Davis. On July 27, 2001, he married Mary Farley, who survives him. He was a former correctional officer at Northern State Correctional Facility and a former chef at North Country Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Mary Davis, of Newport; by children: Robert Redmond of Hawaii, Jason Redmond of South Burlington, Todd Farley of Newport, Shannon Davis of Newport, and Jennifer Davis of Newport; by five grandchildren; by several nieces and nephews; and by two sisters, Terry Perry and her husband, Mark, of Westfield, and Diana Conrad and her husband, Jodi, of Florida. Funeral services were held January 2 in Newport. Interment will take place at a later date in Westfield Cemetery.

, 83, of Craftsbury Common, died Friday, January 4, 2008, at the Greensboro Nursing Home, following a brief illness. Mrs. Cole was born in Walden on September 25, 1924, a daughter of George and Charlotte (Burnham) Paine. She graduated from Hardwick Academy in 1945 and was involved in the family-operated nursing home in East Hardwick for several years. On February 24, 1968, she married Levi Cole of Craftsbury and joined him in operating the East Hardwick Lockers. She was a member of the East Hardwick United Church and attended the United Church of Craftsbury. She was a member of the Horse and Buggy Club and the Ladies Union and a longtime member of the East Hardwick Grange. She is survived by two sisters, Hazel Parker of San Antonio, Texas, and Charlotte Stuart of Upton, Massachusetts; by three sisters-in-law: Irene, Joyce, and Carol Paine, all of Morrisville; and by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Levi, who died March 9, 2002; by six brothers: Robert, George, Max, Granville, Richard, and Roland Paine; and by two sisters, Karleen Paine and Beatrice Stafford. A funeral service was held at the United Church of Craftsbury January 8 with Pastor Alan Parker officiating. Spring interment will be in the Craftsbury Village Cemetery. Contributions in Mrs. Cole's memory may be made to the United Church of Craftsbury, Memorial Fund, in care of Marcie Mastin, 15 Mastin Road, Craftsbury, Vermont 05826; or to the Hardwick Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 837, Hardwick, Vermont 05843.

, 78, of Holland died January 4, 2008, in Newport. Mrs. Brien was born August 24, 1929, in Newport, a daughter of Hector and Sara (Cavanaugh) Laplante. On July 5, 1948, she married Leonard Brien Sr., who predeceased her in 1989. She enjoyed doing puzzles, flower gardening, watching the Atlanta Braves and NASCAR, playing cards, and attending her grandchildren's sports activities. She was a member of the Community Circle. She is survived by her children: Lenny Brien and his wife, Julie, of Holland, Sue Thompson and her husband, Rick, of Jay, Joyce Lantagne and her husband, Frank, of Derby, and Sheila Greene and her husband, Chris, of Holland; by grandchildren: Rick Thompson Jr., Bridget Thompson and her friend, Matt Robert, Frank Lantagne III, Chris Lantagne, Ashley Brien, Josh Brien, Morgan Greene, and Brandon Greene; by her brother Hector "Chuck" Laplante and his wife, Cynthia, of Chattanooga, Tennessee; by her sister Blanche Ficarro of Texas; and by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 9, with the Reverend Yvon Royer officiating. Spring interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. Brien's memory may be made to the Holland Playground Fund, in care of John Castle, Holland, Vermont 05830.

, 74, beloved wife of Robert, died in Newport on Wednesday, January 2, 2008. Mrs. Bousquet was born December 8, 1933, in New Haven, Connecticut, a daughter of Frances and Pearl (Meeker) Wrightington. She married Robert Bousquet on September 15, 1950. She was a lady who was very much a people person and made friends everywhere she went and in everything she did. She drove school bus in Connecticut before moving to Vermont, and while bringing up her family she found time to cook for Brownington and Jay-Westfield schools. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for over 60 years with membership in the Colton Chapter in Irasburg; after it disbanded she and her husband joined the North Star Chapter in Island Pond. She was a past worthy matron and held other chairs. She loved to sing, and her yodeling was especially enjoyed by many. She sang with many groups with which her husband played over the years. She and her husband enjoyed their motor home and traveled to Florida for the winters for several years; they visited many other areas as well. She loved to cook, much to the delight of family and friends, and relished having her children and grandchildren come for visits and family gatherings, which she would host for any occasion. Besides her husband, Bob, she is survived by her children: Bobby Bousquet Jr., Linda Claeys and her husband, Dave, Mark and his fiancée, Mary Ellen, Joe and his friend, Alene, Omer and his wife, Donna, and Tammy Moulton and her husband, Tom; by 22 grandchildren; by nine great-grandchildren; by sisters-in-law: Marion Wrightington of New Hampshire, Reba Ciferelli, Corrine Termini and her husband, Frank, and Marion Meyer; by her brother-in-law Paul Bousquet and his wife, Helen; and by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her grandson Lance; by four brothers; by three sisters; and by seven brothers- and sisters-in-law. Funeral services were held January 5 in Newport with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating. Spring interment will be held at the Irasburg Cemetery.

, 85, of Newport died in Newport on January 3, 2008, following a long illness. Ms. Doe was born in Orleans April 7, 1922, a daughter of Max and Maud (Rumsey) Doe of Orleans. She attended schools in Orleans and served for two years in the Women's Army Corps during World War II. She graduated from Thompson School for Practical Nursing in Brattleboro and worked in Newport hospitals for 30 years. She was a member of the Advent Christian Church in Newport. She is survived by sister-in-law Mary Lou Doe of Cheyenne, Wyoming, and by nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by brothers Quinton and Robert Doe. Graveside services will be held in the spring at Pleasantview Cemetery in Orleans with the Reverend Robert Cargill officiating. Contributions in Ms. Doe's name may be made to the R.M. Brown Scholarship Fund, in care of Newport Advent Christian Church, P.O. Box 198 Morgan, Vermont 05853.

, 45, of Holland, beloved husband of Kathleen Gleason and dear father of Nicole Gleason, died suddenly January 3, 2008, at his home. A spring graveside service will be held at the Gleason family camp in Bloomfield.

, 88, of Corinth died at his home on Monday, January 7, 2008, after a ten-year battle with cancer. He was born in Newport on October 1, 1919, the only son of Robert and Alice (Sells) Porter. He graduated from Newport High School in 1938. He lost his father at an early age, leaving him and his mother to work various jobs to survive through the Depression years. On October 3, 1948, he married Marion L. Driver in Newport. During his 74 active years in the Grange, he belonged to Memphremagog Grange 424 in Newport where he was master several times and held other offices. He later joined Riverside Grange 455 in West Topsham, where he was pianist for many years. He belonged to Prospect Pomona 25, Kingdom Pomona 35, Vermont State Grange, and National Grange. He joined the Masons at age 21, joining Island Pond Lodge 44, and he later joined the Memphremagog Lodge in Newport. After moving to Corinth in August 1970, he joined Minerva Lodge 86 in East Corinth and later Charity Lodge 43 in Bradford, holding the office of pianist. He belonged to St. AldimarCommandry, York Rite, Scottish Rite, the Knights Templar, and Mt. Sinai Shrine 3; he was a member of the Shrine band, playing for several years. He was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Island Pond Lakeside 27, Minerva 86, and Iona 31 chapters. He was the pianist for years. While living in Coventry he was president of the Parents Club. Over the years he held many jobs, starting out as a machinist at Butterfields during World War II, Canadian Pacific Railroad, grocery store manager for First National, taxi driver, carpenter, gardener, and school bus driver among others. He was a lister in Corinth for several years, head of the Orange County Republican Committee, and a member of the Republican National Committee. He was a member of the Orange County Maple Producers, and he was an Orange County road commissioner. He was a current member of the Corinth Revolving Loan Fund Committee. He was coordinator for Upper Valley Share for six years. He started and coordinated the community Grange calender at Memphremagog Grange, and Riverside Grange, spanning more than 40 years. He loved to travel and especially enjoyed visiting his son in Maryland. He is survived by his wife, Marion L. Porter, of Corinth. They were in their sixtieth year of marriage. He is survived by his children: Robert A. Porter and his wife, Sandra, of Island Pond, Lee I. Porter andLaureen Bliss of Corinth, Carroll D. Porter and his wife, Kathleen, of Corinth, Bruce S. Porter of Corinth, Almon L. Porter and his wife, Bambi, of Port Tobacco, Maryland, and Rose L. Burt and her husband, Lou Sr., of Corinth; by 26 grandchildren; by 21 great-grandchildren; by several nieces and nephews; and by sisters-in-law and their husbands: Muriel Grey of Barre, Marjorie and Gordon Welch of Rutland, and Madeline and MahlonGonyaw of St. Johnsbury. Funeral services were held January 15 at the Charity 43 Masonic Lodge in Bradford with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating. Spring burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery in Newport. Donations in Mr. Porter's memory may be made to the Visiting Nurses Association & Hospice of Vermont and New Hampshire, P.O.Box 976,White River Junction, Vermont 05001 or to the organization of your choice.

, 28, of Holland died Monday, January 7, 2008, in Newport following a brief illness. Mr. Martin was born in St. Johnsbury on August 17, 1979, a son of William and Vickie (Benjamin) Martin of West Glover. He was employed with Tanguay Homes and was an avid hunter and fisherman. On June 1, 2002, he married Jennifer Letourneau, who survives him. He is survived by his two daughters, Charlotte and Annabelle, of Holland; by his parents, William and Vickie (Benjamin) Martin, of West Glover; by his brother Timothy Martin of West Glover and his fiancé, Amanda Morrissette; by his grandparents: Harold Benjamin of Derby, Joe and Lucille Patenaude of Derby, and Reginald and Delores Letourneau of Holland; by his parents-in-law, Burt and Susan Letourneau, of Holland; by his sister-in-law Bobbi-Jo Letourneau of Holland; by his brother-in-law Patrick Letourneau and his wife, Sheri, of Newport Center; by his niece and nephew Raven Letourneau and Storm Lamarche, both of Newport Center; and by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by grandparents: Betty J. Benjamin and Robert and Mary Martin. A Mass of Christian Burial was held January 10 at St. Edward's Church in Derby Line with Father Yvon Royer officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Martin's name may be made to Little Hearts, Incorporated, P.O. Box 171, 110 Court Street, Suite 3A, Cromwell, Connecticut 06416.

, 20, of West Charleston died suddenly January 11, 2008, in Derby. Mr. Flannery was born January 7, 1988, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the beloved son of Annette (Flannery) Aiello and Kenneth Arnott Jr. He was employed at the CRMI call center in Newport. He was an avid anime fan. He is survived by his mother, Annette Aiello, of West Charleston; by his stepfather, Steven Aiello, of West Charleston; by his father, Kenneth Arnott Jr., of Pennsylvania; by his grandmother Harriet Johanessen of Newport; by his paternal grandparents, Kenneth Sr. and Stella Arnott, of New Milford; and by several aunts and uncles, including Elizabeth Flannery of New York City. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Flannery's memory may be made to Socks for Soldiers, 2892 State Route 96 East, Shelby, Ohio 44865.

, 90, of Newport died January 9, 2008, in Newport, surrounded by her family and after several years of declining health. Mrs. Geoffroy was born November 28, 1917, in Westfield, a daughter of Ephriam and Jesse (Brooks) Mayhew. On October 1, 1942, she married Armand Geoffroy. They moved to Newport where they eventually settled on Hill Street, and Mrs. Geoffroy took up the full-time job of raising a family of seven. She had two loves in her life - her family and her faith. She was never happier than when family came to visit, whether it was for having a cup of coffee and homemade doughnuts at the kitchen table, eating Sunday dinner, or playing a rousing game of 500. Her 14 grandchildren all have fond memories of staying with "Memere" and being spoiled to the best of her ability. Unfortunately, poor health prevented her from getting to know her six great-grandchildren. She was a woman of strong religious convictions. She attended church faithfully and instilled her faith in all her children. No day was complete without prayers, a routine that continued until the day of her death. She enjoyed playing cards and bingo. She is survived by her children: Don Geoffroy and his wife, Carmen, of Glover, Roger Geoffroy and his wife, Rachel, of Derby, Rachel Stearns and her husband, Larry, of Thornton, New Hampshire, Diane Beadle and her husband, Keith, of Derby Line, Sue Daudelin and her husband, Yvon, of Newport, and Norman Geoffroy and his wife, Donna, of Newport; by 14 grandchildren; by six great-grandchildren; by sister in-law Clara Mayhew of North Troy; and by her sister Mildred Allen and her husband, Herbert, of North Troy. She was predeceased by her husband, Armand Geoffroy; by her son Michael Geoffroy; and by four brothers: Harold, Carl, Gordon, and Lawrence Mayhew. Funeral services were held January 14 at St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church in Newport with the Reverend Yvon Royer celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial. Spring interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. Geoffroy's memory may be made to Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, 46Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 92, of Barre died in her home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, January 8, 2008. Mrs. Ford was born in Inverness, Quebec, on October 25, 1915, a daughter of Wilfred and Clara (Patterson) Amadon. On April 17, 1935, she married Warner W. Ford. After living in McIndoe Falls, in 1953, she and her husband moved to Barre. Her husband predeceased her on April 17, 1976. She was a graduate of McIndoe Academy and an active member of Corinthian Chapter 42 of the Order of the Eastern Star in Wells River for many years. She played the pipe organ and piano for churches in the Barnet area. Throughout the majority of her life, she took great pleasure in being a dedicated homemaker. She loved playing cards with her husband, grandchildren, and bridge club; taking rides in the country; camping at lakes Willoughby and Seymour; reminiscing about life on the family farm with her many friends; actively participating in the women's fellowship of the Barre Congregational Church; cooking; creating shawls for the Central Vermont Medical Center's Prayer Shawl Ministry Program; volunteering at Central Vermont Medical Center; and knitting afghans, sweaters, hats, and mittens for all members of her extended family and anyone else who was in need. She maintained her own home to the end of her life and was an amazingly proud and determined Yankee. Her fierce independence, love for her family, and efforts to help others will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her daughter Suzanna (Ford) LaGue; by her son-in-law Henry LaGue of Berlin; by her son Noel W. Ford of West Glover; by three grandchildren and their spouses: Wendi-Sue (LaGue) O'Donovan and her husband, Tim, Henry "Chip" LaGue and his wife, Kim, and RandalLaGue and his wife, Renee; and by seven great-grandchildren: Ryan and Michael O'Donovan, Kaitlyn and Maggie LaGue, and Zachary, Nikki, and Ally LaGue. In keeping with Mrs. Ford's wishes, there will be no public services or calling hours. A graveside memorial service will be celebrated in the spring at Hope Cemetery in Barre.