BURLINGTON, Vt./ JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. - Joseph L. Davis, 82, of Burlington and formerly a longtime resident of Johnstown died Saturday, July 24, 2010 in Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington following complications of lung cancer. He was born in Winooski, on Oct. 21, 1927, the son of Mable LaCross Racicot, and was educated at the Cathedral School in Burlington. Joseph served his country with the Merchant Marines, and with the United States Army during the Korean Conflict as a member of the 45th Infantry Division. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 782 in Burlington, as well as the Moose Lodge 1090 in St. Albans. Joe would be so honored to have his funeral on July 27th, National Korean Veterans Day, a day to honor all Korean Veterans. He was so proud to be a veteran. Joseph was employed for 21 years with the Johnstown, N.Y. Fire Department. He enjoyed hunting, fishing in Lake Champlain, sharing stories with anyone who would listen, and was a true New York Yankee fan. Joseph is survived by two sons, Bradley Davis and Sue Ellen, and Gregory Davis and wife Amy; two sisters, Vera Brothers and husband Phillip, and June Normand and husband Richard; one brother, James Forest and wife Beverly; three grandchildren; his special nephew who was always there for him, Chad Normand and wife Gina, and their son Riley; several nieces, nephews, and family friends; and close family friends, Jack and Sandy Demagistris. He was predeceased by his daughter, Pamela Jo Van Slyke; his brother, George Forest; and his very special aunt and uncle, Irene and Harry Benson. Thank you to Dan Daley and staff at Birchwood Terrace for making Joe's stay at Birchwood a pleasant one. "He only remembered the good things in life." Visiting hours will be on Monday, July 26, 2010 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St., Winooski, VT 05404. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 27 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Winooski with interment to follow at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded Mr. Davis by the Vermont National Guard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Johnstown Fire Department, 244 North Perry St., Johnstown, NY 12095, or the Vermont Respite House, 99 Allen Brook Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

BURLINGTON - June Gloria Davis died peacefully at Fletcher Allen Health Care surrounded by close friends on Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2010. She was born on June 27, 1915 in Minneapolis, Minn. the daughter of William and Katheryne Baer. June was the wife of Herbert T. Davis, who predeceased her on Dec. 25, 1987. June and her late husband founded the Burlington Optical Center and were instrumental in the development and growth of the Humane Society of Chittenden County, Vt. She cared for and loved all of God's creatures. She never underestimated the power of animals to heal and would bring them to local hospitals to visit with patients. After her husband passed on, she continued her work with the Humane Society as a board member, benefactor and general adviser. The Humane Society of Chittenden County's June Davis award is awarded annually to their person of the year. "Kindness is healing" was a phrase that June spoke often and always sharing a smile and personal generosity represented how she lived her life. She has a strong belief that God cared about us and would communicate with her. With these beliefs and life values, June was an inspiration to many people and was truly a woman to look up to and admire. June loved to travel the world with her husband and close friends to appreciate the world and learn about the places and people she visited. June's favorite time of year was Christmas. She would spend a great deal of time getting her home ready for the holidays and took joy in the spirit of the season. June volunteered for several area organizations especially the American Red Cross. Because she thought it was so important to continue contributing while she was able, she created a tarradiddle about her age to continue volunteering. June was passionate about helping and not just causes and animals. She assisted individuals in our community who needed help. June was a model in her younger years and maintained that style, polish and true beauty inside as well as out. Although June had so surviving children, she is survived by nephews-in-law and nieces-in-law, Charles Davidson, Steven Davidson, Sandy Davidson, Sharon Gershenbaum, Howard Stone, and Elaine Warsaw, her special friend Susan Wood and many close friends. Her warmth caused many to feel as though she was "a second mother." She considered her four-legged companions her special children. Her home almost always had a special child. We would like to thank the staff at Green Mountain Nursing Home for taking care of June in her last months with a special thank you to Ginger Santore. We would also like to extend our great appreciation for the wonderful care June received at Fletcher Allen Health Care in the Emergency Room and on McClure 3 and 4 and Shepardson 4. In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to the Chittenden County Humane Society, 142 Kindness Ct., South Burlington, Vt. 05403. A memorial service will be celebrated on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010 at 1 p.m. in Elmwood-Meunier Funeral Home.

JERICHO - Winnie Lou Davis, 59, passed away on May 20, 2010, at her home. Winnie was born July 24, 1950, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Bordeau) Davis. She graduated from Mount Mansfield Union High and Graham Junior College in Boston, Mass. She worked for Hall Communications and then at WCAX Television for 18 years. Winnie Lou owned quarter horses in her youth and showed them through the 4-H and the Vermont Quarter Horse Association. Her interest in horses grew and diversified in her adult years. She was the President of the Vermont Horse Shows Association and a founding member of the Vermont Hunter Jumper Association. She created and administered the Vermont Young Hunter Futurity program. Winnie's part-time job was that of horse show secretary at shows all over northern Vermont for many years. In that role, she got to know all the competitors, their families, and the professional horsemen very well. Winnie's greatest influence was felt by young riders. She was a source of constant support, encouragement and cheer to hundreds of children over the course of three decades. That support often came in the form of four-leaf clovers which she found and gave to riders for good luck. There are still dozens of riders who keep them in their helmets. Winnie's golden voice announced the names of winners at many annual awards banquets. She would often ad lib about someone who had had a challenging year or whom she felt was the most improved rider. She didn't forget "the critters" either and could bring the whole crowd to tears with an original poem about a pony who had retired or died. Her influence was felt throughout the region. In 1999, she was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the New England Equitation Committee. And, in 2007, she became the sole member of the Vermont Hunter Jumper Association's Hall of Fame. She was an avid sports fan, Nascar, golf, Yankee baseball, Giants football, and horse racing to name a few. Winnie is survived by her aunts, Deliah Siple, Jean Peterson, Kaye Bordeau; and uncle, Jimmy Bordeau; several cousins; and a special friend, Fran Hogan. Winnie will head out on the most amazing trail ride of her life to join her parents and brother, John "JD", who have predeceased her. Donations may be made to The Winnie Fund c/o Merchants Bank PO Box 369 Jericho, VT 05465. The family would like you to join them at a Garden Party on June 16 at 2 p.m. on the South Lawn at The Essex Spa & Resort 70 Essex Way to celebrate her life.

JOHNSON - Jeremiah Edward Davison, 29, died unexpectedly Sunday, January 17, 2010, at Copley Hospital in Morrisville. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 22, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Hyde Park V.F.W. Visitations will be Wednesday, January 20, 2010, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the WhiteFiess Funeral Home, 165 Brooklyn St., Morrisville and Thursday, January 21, 2010, from 10 to 8 p.m. at the home of Gannell Bocash, 30 Garfield Rd., Hyde Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Make A Wish, 100 Dorset St., Suite 14, S. Burlington, Vt. 05403 or Morristown Rescue, P.O. Box 424, Morrisville, Vt. 05661.

VERGENNES - Dennis A. Dawson, Jr., 30, died unexpectedly on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010, at Porter Medical Center, Middlebury. Dennis was born in Burlington on Jan. 18, 1980, the son of Dennis A., Sr. and Donna (Brown) Dawson. He graduated from Mt. Mansfield Union High School, Jericho in 1998 and enjoyed wrestling for the MMU team while a student there. He was a fan of the Boston Red Sox and was employed in construction. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his father: Dennis, Sr. and wife, Diane Dawson of Commerce, Ga.; his mother and husband, Donna and Tracy Provost of Milton; two loving brothers: Derrick J. Dawson of Colchester and Darren Dawson of Commerce, Ga., his Fiance, Amy Romero of Vergennes and his loving grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Visiting hours are on Thursday from 7 to p p.m. during which his funeral will be held at 8 p.m. at Elmwood-Meunier Funeral Chapel, 97 Elmwood Ave., Burlington.

BURLINGTON - Lyman H. "Lee" Deavitt Jr., 79, died on Friday, March 5, 2010, at the Birchwood Terrace Health Care in Burlington. He was born in Fletcher, Vt. on April 25, 1930, the son of Lyman Sr. and Eva (Flanders) Deavitt. Lee had retired in 1984 from Flanders Lumber Co. after 17 years as bookkeeper for the firm. He was a thirty second degree Mason, a member of the Cairo Temple Shrine, past advisor for the De Molay where he was also a Chapter Dad, and a past member of the Scottish Rite. He is survived by a daughter, Deborah Hale; a grandson, Matthew Scott; and a great-granddaughter, Kayla Scott all of Florida; three sisters, Marion Haire of South Burlington, Vera West of Richmond and Loraine Bourdeau of Jericho. Also two aunts and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by brothers Carlton, Allen, Emerson and Ronald Deavitt and by a sister Kathleen Pidgeon. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 8, 2010, at 10 a.m. in the Binghamville United Methodist Church with burial to follow in the Binghamville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Camp TaKum-Ta, Box 576, Waterbury, VT 05676. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Ready Funeral Home South Chapel, 261 Shelburne Road, Burlington.

SOUTH BURLINGTON - George A. DeForge died Monday January 18, 2010, at home after a battle with cancer. George was born in Winooski , Vt. on Dec. 15, 1922, son of Dolord J. and Margaret Parent DeForge. He graduated from Richmond High School and spent four years in the United States Air Force in World War II. Along with his best friend and brother, Norman DeForge, they founded DeForge Brothers Fine Furniture in 1970. George is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Mary Malloy DeForge; his daughter, Margaret D. Sleeper and her husband, Kevin Sleeper of Burlington; his grandchildren, Mary Jo Sleeper-Lyman and her husband, Shawn, and Kevin E. Sleeper II and his wife, Andrea, all of Shelburne; his six great grandchildren, Sydnee, Jack, and Nickolas Lyman and Avery, Kate, and Ryan Sleeper; his sister, Blanche M. Sutton of Shelburne; and many other friends and relatives. George was predeceased by his four brothers. The family would like to thank the many health care professionals who cared for George from the VNA and Hospice. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 20, 2010, at 11 a.m. in St. John Vianney Church in South Burlington with burial to follow in Resurrection Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers those who wish to make a contribution in George's memory may do so to The Carmelite Nuns, 386 Stephenson Road, Lowell, Vt. 05487.

BURLINGTON - Pauline Angela Delaney, 94, of the Converse Home, died at her home on Monday, July 26, 2010. She was born in Cornwall on Aug. 12, 1915, the daughter of John & Margaret (Hayes) Delaney. She was educated in Cornwall, was a graduate of Middlebury High School, Burlington Business College and Miami-Jacobs in Dayton, OH. Pauline had worked as an Administrative Assistant for the Immigration and Naturalization Service for many years. She was a member of St. Anthony Parish, the Burlington Business Women's Club, a former member of the Daughters of Isabella and a member of the Society of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. She is survived by several cousins. She was predeceased by her father, John, in 1942; her mother, Margaret, in 1945; and her four sisters, Sr. Mary Delaney, RHSJ in 1970, Sr. Margaret Delaney RSM in 2005, Anne Delaney in 1992, and Claire Delaney in 2006. There will be no visiting hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, Aug. 2, 2010 at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony Roman Catholic Church with burial to follow in St. Mary Cemetery in Middlebury.

SANTA BARRE CITY/MILTON - Ruth E. Della Santa, 91, a longtime resident of Summer St., Barre, died peacefully on Sept. 18, 2010 in Fletcher Allen Health Care surrounded by her family. For the past two years she lived in Milton with her daughter Susan and her husband. Ruth was born Feb. 26, 1919 in East Corinth, the daughter of Eugene and Honora (Murphy) Eastman. Ruth graduated from Bradford Academy in 1937 and Vermont Junior College in 1938. On Feb. 22, 1944 she married Lawrence Della Santa at St. Monica's Catholic Church in Barre. She leaves her three children, Robert R. Della Santa of Barre, Susan and her husband Dean King of Milton, and Sr. Laura Della Santa, RSM, of Mount St. Mary's Convent in Burlington, Vt./Keene, N.H. She also leaves her four grandchildren, Robert R. Della Santa II of Barre, Lisa (Della Santa) Heimall and her husband Mark of Surprise, Ariz., Jessica KingCerniglia and her husband Gregg of Methuen, Mass., and Amanda King-Ahmad and her husband Asad of Middletown, Conn.; three great-grandsons, Justin Heimall, Mark Heimall II, and Colton King-Ahmad; two sisters-in-law, Esther Eastman and Joyce (Eastman) Sabens; as well as nieces and nephews. Ruth was predeceased by her husband; parents; sister, Helen Clement; and two brothers, Kenneth and Glynn Eastman. Ruth was employed by National Life Insurance Company, and Peoples National Bank/First Vermont Bank from which she retired in 1982. Ruth enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and taking daily rides throughout Vermont and New England. She was a member of St. Monica's Catholic Church and the American Legion auxiliary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2010 in St. Monica's Catholic Church in Barre. There are no calling hours. Burial will follow the Mass at Hope Cemetery in Barre. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that memorial contributions be made in her memory to, St. Monica's Church, 79 Summer St., Barre, VT 05641.

SHELBURNE - Henry Delorey, 71, of Shelburne and Daytona Beach, Fla., died at home after a brief illness on Nov. 7 surrounded by his family and the love of his life, Margaret (Peggy) Dyer. Hank was born in Brookline, Mass. on June 12, 1939, the son of the late Rene and Lavina (LeBlanc) Delorey. He graduated from Our Lady's High School in Newton, Mass. in 1957. He supported his wife and four children by working in various coating applicator shops in Massachusetts for many years, but decided to move his young family to Kennebunk, ME in the 70's in search of a better quality of life for them. He started his own business called "Hank's General Maintenance" and was well known as a hard worker. After raising his family, Hank fell in love with Peggy and has cherished every one of his last 16 years with her. He had always dreamed of living in Florida and enjoyed wintering there with her. Hank and Peg enthusiastically renovated her grandparent's homestead, "The Harrington House" in Shelburne, and converted it into a bed and breakfast which they ran for many years before retiring last year. Hank was known in Shelburne for running the Harrington House Antique Shop and was more often visited at the shop by friends who enjoyed his humor rather than customers. Hank was a great father and an especially great grandfather, who loved to tease and make the grandkids laugh. In addition to Peg, Hank is survived by his brother, Joseph Delorey of New Smyrna, Fla. He will be sadly missed by his children, Stephen Delorey of Eastham, Mass., Donald Delorey and partner, William Burns, of Newburyport, Mass., June Huston of Kennebunk, ME, and Lisa Hodsdon and husband, Stephen, of Kennebunk, ME. He will also be missed by Peg's children, Fran Bodkin and husband, Steve, of Acton ME, Daniel Dyer and partner, Abby Boston, of Sanford, ME, and Ben Dyer and wife, Elizabeth, of Norton, Mass. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Ashley, Ryan, Connor, Candy, Nick, Crystal, Riley, Porter, Ryan, Zack, and Grace, and several great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents; his brother, David; and his sister, Jeanette. Our heartfelt gratitude goes to Dr. Lee Weisman and the Charlotte Family Practice, Dr. Johannes Nunnink and the Vermont Center for Cancer team, and Ms. Mary Laney, R.N. and the Hospice staff. We also wish to thank Dr. Anne Dixon for many years of support and care above and beyond. At Hank's request, there will be no services. Donations in his memory may be made to Hospice of the Champlain Valley VNA, 1110 Prim Road, Colchester VT 05446.

SOUTH GLASTONBURY, Conn. - Sgt. Steven Joseph DeLuzio, 25, of South Glastonbury, Conn., died in battle on Sunday, Aug. 22, 2010 in Paktia Province, Afghanistan while serving with the Vermont National Guard. Steven was born on Feb. 25, 1985 in Hartford, Conn. He was the beloved son of Mark C. and Diane (Lysik) DeLuzio of South Glastonbury, Conn., where he lived most of his life. Steven graduated from Glastonbury High School in 2003 and was president of his freshman class. He attended Hofstra University in New York, Norwich University in Vermont and graduated Cum Laude from the University of Hartford in 2009 with a degree in accounting. Before his deployment to Afghanistan, he was employed as an accountant at the CPA firm J.H. Cohn in Glastonbury, Conn. Steven belonged to the Co. A-3/172 Infantry, 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (MTN) in Jericho. This was Steven's second tour of duty as he was deployed in Ramadi, Iraq in 2006, earning the Combat Infantryman Badge, Army Commendation Medal, and the Navy Unit Citation from that deployment. For his service in Afghanistan, Steven was also awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, NATO Ribbon, Combat Infantryman Badge and the Army Good Conduct Medal. Steven was co-captain of the Glastonbury High School hockey team when they won the state championship in 2003. Steven was involved in Glastonbury Little League as an umpire and also coached his team to the Town championship in 2009. He was an avid sports fan and especially loved the New York Yankees and Boston Bruins. Besides his parents, he is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Sgt. Scott and Victoria DeLuzio of Farmington, Conn.; his high school sweetheart and fiancée, Leeza Gutt of Glastonbury, Conn., whom he was to marry on Sept. 17, 2011; his grandfather, Joseph Lysik of South Glastonbury, Conn.; his nephew and godson, Adam DeLuzio; as well as aunts, uncles, numerous cousins and many, many dear friends. Steven always had a smile on his face and could light up a room just by entering it. He was protective, loving, and compassionate, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday, Aug. 30 at 10 a.m. in St. Paul Church, 2577 Main Street, Glastonbury, Conn. Burial with full military honors will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Glastonbury. Family and friends may call at St. Paul Church on Sunday, Aug. 29 from 2 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Sgt. Steven J. DeLuzio Memorial Fund, c/o Merrill Lynch, The Keating Group, 185 Asylum Street, Hartford, CT 06103.

BURLINGTON - Avis May (Sprague) DeMars, 81, died on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 in Fletcher Allen Health Care with her sons, David and Michael and his wife, Lorri, at her bedside. She was born on May 31, 1929 in Winchendon, Mass. to the late Warren Eugene and Mabel (Harris) Sprague. She graduated from Watertown High School in Mass. On Sept. 17, 1949, she married George Louis DeMars, who predeceased her in 1966. Avis retired from Birchwood Terrace Nursing Home where she had been a nurses aide for 25 years. She is survived by her three children, David, Donna and Michael DeMars; her sister, Holly Ratica of Calif.; her sister-in-law, Keithie Sprague of Burlington; five grand- children; nine great-grandchildren; one great-greatgrandchild; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband; her daughter, Deborah, in 2006; six brothers; and one sister. A graveside service will be held at a later date.

SOUTH BURLINGTON - Brian B. Dennis of South Burlington, age 78, died on Aug. 25, 2010 in Pillsbury Manor of South Burlington. Brian was born March 8, 1932 in Hartford, Conn. to Donald and Dorothy Dennis. He graduated from Burlington High School, joined the U. S. Navy in 1952 to 1956, then worked at a number of jobs before moving to Reno, Nev. Brian was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Donald and Charles. He is survived by his children, Dawn Dennis, Dean & Lili Dennis, Darin & Rachael Dennis, Dara Dennis & Corey Shanteau, and Jennifer & Robert Smith. He also leaves a brother, Gerald, and his wife, Mary Ann; a sister, Donna Aldrich; nine grandchildren; and two greatgrandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010 at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 1063 Prim Road, Colchester, with the Rev. Lisette D. Baxter officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Memorial donations may be made to PACE, 786 College Parkway, Colchester, VT 05446.

BURLINGTON - Steven Ferris Denny, 60, of 23 Crescent Beach Drive in Burlington, died Thursday in the intensive care unit of Fletcher Allen Medical Center, with his family at his side, as a result of complications arising from a recurrence of cancer. Steve was born April 25, 1950 in Northfield, the son of Homer Houston Denny and Phoebe Ladd Denny. On April 14, 1977, he married Sara Whitney of Burlington. Steve is survived by Sara and their son, Jackson; as well as his mother, Phoebe Denny of Northfield; brothers, David and Bradford; and a large and loving extended family. He is predeceased by his father; and his sister, Nancy. Steve attended Northfield elementary, middle and high school, where he graduated in 1968 after distinguishing himself as a school citizen and stellar athlete, winning varsity letters in soccer, basketball and baseball in each of his four high school years, plus two years in golf, for a total of 14. He later attended Boston University and graduated from the University of Vermont. Steve followed up a lifelong love of athletics by becoming an athletic trainer in the Burlington area for 12 years. He later switched his career focus to education, received a master's degree in counseling from UVM, and worked as an elementary counselor and home school coordinator in the St. Albans City Public School System for the last 8 years. Throughout his school and working life, Steve never failed to live up to the motto he chose for his high school yearbook photo: "Patience is man's greatest virtue." Steve also had a long time, multi-dimensional association with Rock Point School in Burlington. It was at Rock Point School that he acted as master organizer of a reunion for four generations of the extended family that will be long remembered. Those who wish to make a contribution in memory of Steve may do so to Rock Point School, 1 Rockpoint Road, Burlington, VT 05408-2736 or to a charity of their choice. A memorial service for Steve, including an opportunity for sharing memories and stories, will be held Sunday, June 13 at 2 p.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral in Burlington.

CHARLOTTE/ BRADFORD/SHELBURNE - Hazel E. Denton of Charlotte, formerly of Bradford and Shelburne, died peacefully on her 92nd birthday, Friday, Dec. 24, 2010 at her residence. She was born in East Lynn, Mass., the daughter of George and Alice (Jacobson) Webster. On Feb. 2, 1944, Hazel married Kenneth M. Denton in Springfield, Mass. Mr. Denton predeceased her on May 13, 1982. She had been employed as an office manager for over 30 years with the Bradford Veneer and Panel Co. in Bradford. She had been a member of the DAR for over 50 years. Hazel had two serious hobbies. She was a perfectionist at sewing and knitting and the family was proud of everything she made throughout her years. Gardening was her other hobby, flowers and vegetables. She had the gift of a "green thumb", and the flowers in her yard each season were the true testament to her gift. Hazel is survived by her three children and their spouses, Linda and Jonathan Foote of Charlotte, Arthur and Kristi Denton of Jackson, Wyo., and Kenneth and Marsha Denton of Cabot; six grandchildren, Christy Foote-Boss, Johanna Foote, Elissa Denton, Katie Denton, Ellie Denton, and Skyler Denton; one greatgranddaughter, Morgan Boss; one sister, Dorothy Maruca of Longmeadow, Mass.; and nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by her parents and a brother, Arthur Webster. Hazel's children will welcome visitors any time at their respected homes. Memorial services and burial will be held in the spring in Bradford. For those who wish, donations in her memory may be made to Charlotte Congregational Church, Music Fund, PO Box 12, Charlotte, VT 05445. Assisting her family is the Ready Funeral and Cremation Service, South Chapel, 261 Shelburne Road, Burlington.

WINOOSKI - John M. DePaul, Jr., 67, a longtime resident of Winooski, died Monday, April 26, 2010, at Starr Farm Nursing Center in Burlington after a long and arduous illness. John was born at Fanny Allen Hospital in Colchester on May 24, 1942, the son of John M. and Anna (Fortuna) DePaul. John graduated from Winooski High School in 1961, and attended the University of Vermont. He was a former police officer with the City of Winooski, and retired in 1992 after 28 years of employment at I.B.M. After his retirement, he spent many years landscaping at Saint Ann's Shrine in Isle La Motte, until his Parkinson's Disease diagnosis. He was an avid outdoorsman, spending countless hours camping in the Green Mountains and paddling his canoe on the waterways of Vermont. He was also a 3rd Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus. John is survived by his three sons, Stephen and his wife Rose Marie, Dennis and his partner Daryl, and Jason and his wife Mary; his only grandchild, Dylan; his sister, Jean Bernardini; his brother, Peter and his wife Judi; and nieces, nephews, Laura, Julia, Ralph III and wife Sage, Kelly, Peter Jr. and his wife Marcy, daughters Madelyn and Gianna. He is also survived by his aunts Nancy Raine and Frances Villemaire and extended family. He was predeceased by his parents; and his brother-inlaw, Ralph Bernardini, Jr. The family would like to extend a warm thank you to the staff at Starr Farm Nursing Center for the loving home they provided for John over the past few years. Visiting hours will be on Thursday, April 29, 2010, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the LaVigne Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 132 Main St. in Winooski. Funeral services celebrating the life of John will be held on Friday, April 30 at 11 a.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 130 Maple St. in Essex Jct. In lieu of flowers, John asked for memorial contributions to be made to the Children of the Earth Foundation, 928 Main St., Manahawkin, NJ 08050. This foundation's mission is to ensure the survival of future generations by guiding youth and community to a pure connection with the Earth. Paddle gently Grandpa Johnny.

MILTON - Fay Fern Derick, 67, died on Friday morning, April 30, 2010, in the Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington, with her loving family by her side. Fay was born on Dec. 23, 1942, in Clarenceville, Quebec, the daughter of Clement and Fern (Vosburg ) Derick. She had worked as a Programmer at the Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. Following retirement, Fay worked at the Sheraton as an Events Planner. Fay loved boating on Lake Champlain in her earlier years, and loved a good card game and was even considered a card shark. She also love to roll dice with her brother. She will be dearly missed by her brother, Frederick Derick; and friend, Donna Perrotta of Clarenceville, P.Q.; and by her nieces, Deborah, Lisa, and Kelly Derick; and her nephew, Steven Derick. At Fay's request, there will be no visiting hours or service. Memorials in her name may be made to the American Cancer Society , 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

BELMONT - Russell Albert Desautels, 65, of Belmont, died Monday morning Jan. 25, 2010 in the Mount Ascutney Hospital of Windsor following a long illness. He was born on Dec. 10, 1944 in Burlington, the son of the late Leonard and Irene (Paquette) Desautels. Mr. Desautels married Mary E. Perry on Oct. 6, 1990. He worked for 39 years in management with the Grand Union Company and for 7 years with Sure Winner Foods Co. out of Saco, ME as a salesman and merchandiser until his retirement in 2008 due to his failing health. Mr. Desautels served the town of Mt. Holly as the Constable for 33 years. He was a longtime member of the Mount Holly Volunteer Fire Department, serving 9 years as the President and also serving in the Mount Holly Rescue Squad and the Ludlow Rescue Squad. He was a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus and was active in the Big Brother Program. Mr. Desautels enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, bowling, and NASCAR racing. Survivors include his wife, Mary E. Desautels of Belmont; a daughter, Aria Bishop and family of TX; sisters, Mary Rose Evens and her husband Kevin of Conn., Pauline Sliker and her husband Ed of Burlington, Elaine Berringer and her husband Larry of N.Y., Dianne Foote of Colchester, JoAn Duggan and her husband Matt of Milton, and Nancy Corbin and her late husband Michael of Essex; a brother, Richard Desautels and his wife Diane of Milton; and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30 at the St. Patrick's Church in Wallingford, and an open house and memorial service is to be held at the Odd Fellows Hall in Belmont, Saturday, Feb. 20 starting at 11 a.m. There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to Mount Holly Fire & Rescue, P0 Box 102, Mt Holly, VT 05758

BURLINGTON - Marion A. Desilets, 74, of Burlington, beloved Mom & Mim, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010 at her home, surrounded by her family. Marion was born in South Londonderry on March 21, 1936, the daughter of Raymond and Zoe (Gates) Beattie. On Nov. 21, 1959, she married Rene A. Desilets in Burlington. She retired from Ben Franklin Store after over 30 years of service. Mim lived and centered her life around her family, especially her grand- children. Marion was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Rene; a daughter, Barbara; her brothers, Raymond, Robert, Warren, Clifton, twins Walter and Wallace, Roger and Wendell Beattie; and sister, Marjorie Torrey. Marion is survived by her daughter, Suzanne C. Prim and her husband, Timothy, of Burlington; her grandchildren, Evelyn A., Kevin T., Rene S., and Trey AJ Prim, all of Burlington; three sisters, Minnie Smith of Randolph, Florence Smith of Jamaica and Maxine Beattie of Burlington; two brothers, Gerald Beattie of Grafton and Gordon Beattie of North Grosvenor Dale, Conn.; as well as her in-laws and many nieces and nephews. Private graveside service will be held at the convenience of her family in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Winooski. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the VNAHospice, 1110 Prim Road, Colchester, VT 05446.

SWANTON / MILTON - Coleen Marie Devino, 58, died peacefully Tuesday evening, April 20, 2010 at the home of her caregivers in Swanton. Coleen was born on March 16, 1952 in Colchester, the daughter of Earl and Lucille (Ladeau) Devino. She spent many happy years training and working at Champlain Vocational Services, and her family would like to give special thanks to all who worked with her. Coleen was a very special person, full of love and happiness, with a nurturing personality who made us more aware in life of the little things and what is really important and is now teaching us they were really the big things in our life with her. Coleen loved listening to music, playing with her pets, collecting and wearing jewelry and enjoyed interacting with infants and toddlers. She is survived by her brothers and sisters and their spouses, Erwin and Loretta Devino of Milton, Lee Devino of Milton, Donna and Wayne King of Fairfax and Caroline and Denny Collins of Westford; her nieces and nephews and their spouses, Kristie and Steve Real, Jason Devino, Angela and Scott Hussey, Kelli and Jeff Dunklee, Andrew and Sarah King, Brandon Collins, Brittany Collins and Cory Rooney. She also leaves her great nieces and nephews, Gregory, Patrick, Joseph, Peter, Benjamin and Whitney. She was blessed by having special caregivers, Jamie and Will Willoughby; and children, Jalyn and Peyton. A special thanks to friends Disa and Moe Tatro and Jacob O'Grady for allowing her to be part of their life. Visiting hours will be held on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 10 a.m. in St. Ann's Catholic Church in Milton. Burial will follow in St. Ann's Cemetery. Contributions in Coleen's name may be made to the Vermont Special Olympics, 368 Avenue D, Suite 30, Williston, VT 05495.

MILTON - Donald P. Devino, 57, a longtime resident of Milton died peacefully at home on Saturday, Dec. 25, 2010. Donald was born in Burlington on April 15, 1953, the son of Edward W. and Cora (Rabidoux) Devino. He was educated in Burlington and was a graduate of Burlington High School. Donald was employed for many years at Beverage Warehouse in Winooski, and with a recycling business trucking company. He enjoyed motorcycling and fishing. Donald is survived by three sisters, Lillian Couillard and her husband Clement, Constance Rudnick and her husband Casper, and Helen Lavallee; his brother, Lawrence E. Devino; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his parents; his sister, Jeanne; and brother, Michael. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation of Vermont, 100 Dorset Street, South Burlington, VT 05403.

SHELBURNE - Dr. John C. Devins, 87, of Shelburne Bay Senior Living died peacefully on Sunday, January 10, 2010, at his home with his wife of 61 years, Agnes, by his side. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada on Dec. 10, 1922, the only child of Jack and Hazel Devins of Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada. He graduated from Mahone Bay High School at the age of 16, attended Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia and received his PhD in Chemistry from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. He completed his post-doctorate at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind. On July 31, 1948, he married Agnes Joan Mills of Sussex, New Brunswick, Canada. The couple raised five children in Burnt Hills, N.Y. He was a leading research scientist in his field for 33 years at the General Electric Research and Development Center in Schenectady, N.Y. Later in retirement, John and Agnes moved to Shelburne, Vt. John had many interests. He was an avid sailor, enjoying the sport on both Lake George and Lake Champlain. He also enjoyed golfing, bowling, playing the clarinet, was an expert bridge player and shared his love of science with his nine grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Agnes of Shelburne and five children and their families: daughter Anne, her husband Donald and their children Kris and Kim Beevers of Adams, N.Y.; daughter Lynn, her husband Randall and their daughter Dana Westgren of Champaign, Ill.; son John, his wife Sheila and their children Blaise and Riley Devins of Seeley Lake, Mont.; son Thomas, his wife Margaret Treanor and their children Kerry and Rory Devins of Colchester, Vt.; son Robert, his wife Julie and their children Jaime and Caryn Devins of Burlington, Vt.; and many nieces and nephews. Those who wish to make contributions in John's memory may donate to the Salvation Army, 64 Main Street, Burlington, Vt. 05401. A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.

BRATTLEBORO - Mary L. DeVries died peacefully in Thompson House of Brattleboro on Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010 following a long illness. Born May 11, 1927 in Brooklyn, N.Y. to James and Ruby Thomas Lott, Mary graduated in 1945 from Fort Hamilton High School. That same year she married Justus J. DeVries, her high school sweetheart, with whom she settled in Ramsey, N.J. In 1954, they moved to Wilton, Conn. to raise their four children. In 1969, the DeVries family converted their vacation home and moved north to live full-time in Dorset. After her husband's death in April 1976, Mary traveled widely and lived in Keene, N.H., Cotuit, Mass., Yarmouthport, Mass., Barton and Middlebury, and Lebanon, N.H. before moving to Brattleboro in May 2007. Mary was an enthusiast, a person who pursued her interests with zeal and vigor. Among her passions were hand weaving, quilting, long-distance bicycling, swimming, yoga, baking and gardening. Mary belonged to the Dorset Garden Club, and worked as a Hospice volunteer, Girl Scout leader and deaconess. Mary's generosity towards her family and community extended to her support of many organizations, including the Long Trail School in Dorset, Hospice, Planned Parenthood, and various colleges and cultural organizations. Mary is a member of the United Church of Dorset and East Rupert, and formerly a member of the Wilton Congregational Church. Mary's loving and supportive family includes her four children, Lou Nelsen, Nancy DeVries, Justus DeVries, Jr. and Andrew DeVries and their respective spouses, Paul Nelsen, Colin Nickerson, fiancée Lynn Heffelfinger, and Amy Thebault; grandchildren, Corin Nelsen, Jessie Nelsen, Westley DeVries, Torin DeVries, Chelsea DeVries, Trevor DeVries and Sawyer DeVries and Corin's wife, Michaella Warryn, and Jessie's husband, PJ Nelsen, and her great-grandaughter, Zoe Nelsen; Mary's sister, Elizabeth Donnellan; her brother, James Lott, Jr.; and her brother-in-law, Roy DeVries. Mary's extended family includes many cousins, nieces and nephews. Mary's sister, Ruby Tucker, predeceased her. The family's gratitude to Thompson House residents and staff who provided such good, loving care and respect for Mary for over three years as a resident at Thompson House cannot be fully put into words. The family celebrated Mary's life at a Memorial Service at the United Church of Dorset and East Rupert, The Green, in Dorset on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010. Atamaniuk Funeral Home in Brattleboro handled the arrangements. Contributions in Mary's memory may be made to The Activities Fund, Thompson House, 80 Maple Street, Brattleboro, VT 05301 or United Church of Dorset and East Rupert.

UPPER WEBSTERVILLE - Harold D. Dickinson, 86, of Violette Street, died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010, in the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin after a brief illness. Born on June 5, 1924 in Barre, he was the son of William Allen and Lilla May (Sargent) Dickinson. He attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1942. During World War II from 1943 to 1946, he served in the United States Navy in the Pacific Theater serving on the USS Marias. On Aug. 30, 1946, Harold married Dorothy M. Darling. They spent most of their 55 years together living in Websterville. Dorothy predeceased Harold on Nov. 3, 2001. After his discharge from the Navy, he first worked as an electrician with Charles Albisetti. In 1950, he began his career as a polisher in the granite industry with the Saporiti Granite Company in East Barre and then with Rock of Ages Company in Graniteville in the production of surface plates. He retired from Rock of Ages in May of 1989. Harold was a member of the Hedding United Methodist Church and the American Legion Post 10 both of Barre. He loved spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed attending craft sales, flea markets and yard sales. Survivors include his children, Steven Dickinson and his wife, Mary Beth, of Colchester, Nancy Wall and her husband, Frank, of Pocatello, ID, David Dickinson and his companion, Diane Conti, of Websterville, and Dan Dickinson and his wife, Debra, of Essex; six grandchildren, Scott, Jeff, Mark, Teri, Bryan and Alex; several great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; four brothers, Floyd Dickinson, Earl Dickinson, Ernest Dickinson, and Elwin Dickinson; and three sisters, Doris Thrasher, Lyla McKee, and Alice Williamson. His funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010, at 11 a.m. in the Funeral Home. Entombment will be in the Hooker and Whitcomb Vault to await later interment in the Wilson Cemetery in Websterville.

SOUTH BURLINGTON - Nancy "Sadie" Digiacomo, 96, died peacefully on May 2, 2010, at Birchwood Terrace Healthcare. She is survived by her daughter, Roseanne Depot of South Burlington, grandson, Darrel and Alesia Depot of Hinesburg, and granddaughter, Renee Depot of New York City. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 p.m. on Saturday, May 8, 2010, in St. Charles Borremeo Church, Drexel Hill, PA.

SWANTON - Jonathan DiStiso, 39, of Swanton died Friday, Sept. 17, 2010. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. A full obituary will appear in Monday's Burlington Free Press.

SWANTON/WINOOSKI - Jonathan D. DiStiso, 39, formerly of Winooski, died Friday, Sept. 17, 2010 at his home in Swanton following a long illness. Jonathan was born in West Hartford, Conn. on April 28, 1971. He was the son of Peter and Susan (Algren) DiStiso. Jonathan attended high school in Naugatuck, Conn. and graduated from BFA St. Albans. He was married in York, ME on April 23, 2004 to Michelle (Menard) DiStiso. Jonathan was employed in sales for many years. He enjoyed fishing, but mostly spending time with his children. He is survived by his wife, Michelle; their children, Cassandra, Peter, and David; his older children, Heaven, Jonathan, and Justin; his mother, Susan DiStiso; his brother, Tony DiStiso; his mother-in-law, Sandra Menard; his close friend, Cyrus; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and extended family. He was predeceased by his father, Peter DiStiso; and his father-in-law, Ray Menard. Visiting hours will be on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2010 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the LaVigne Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 132 Main St., Winooski. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jonathan's family, c/o Michelle DiStiso, 2336 Highgate Road, St. Albans, VT 05478, or to the FAHC, Cystic Fibrosis Center, 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401 .

WINOOSKI - David R. Dixon, 58, died unexpectedly at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010. David was born in Sheldon, Vt., the son of Robert and Irene (Jacobs ) Dixon. He owned and operated D/Care Janitorial for the past 23 years. Prior to that he was a police officer and worked for Burlington Foods. David had boundless energy and was a devoted father and husband. He was extremely kind to everyone and loved life. Some of his favorite pastimes when he wasn't working were reading, fishing, and camping. He even took his rescued kitten Weezer, and his two rescued beagles, Honey and Lucy, along on the trips. Dave was happily married to Gail Fairbanks since Nov. 12, 2005. In addition to Gail, Dave is survived by his children, Greg and wife Lesley, Glenn, Paula, Stephanie, Samantha, Tyler and Joseph Dixon, and three grandchildren, Aislynn, Parker, and Ethan. He is also survived by his brother Donald and wife Barb of Enosburg; several nieces and nephews, including Wendy and Herv Airoldi of Enosburg; parents-in-law Rae and Flora Fairbanks of Georgia; and brothers-and sisters-in-law Bruce and Becky Bromley, Marc and Laurie Vien, John and Wendy St. Amour, Mike Fairbanks and son Jayden, and Ken and Dori Fairbanks, who all loved him very much. He was predeceased by his parents, his brothers Marvin and Lawrence, and an infant sister Irene. Visiting hours are 1 to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010 in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton, with a memorial service at 2 p.m. Contributions in David's memory may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, Vt. 05478, from which David and Gail adopted Honey and Lucy.

FRYEBURG, ME - Donald L. Dodge, 74, of Fryeburg, ME, died peacefully on June 11, 2010. Don was born in Adams, Mass., but his happiest years were spent in Burlington. Don's love of the Red Sox was matched only by his love of his grand- children. He's survived by son, Steven; and grand- children, Tobias, Evan, and Rowan. A notice for Memorial will be made to family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to his grand- children's college fund: Donald Dodge Memorial College Fund, TD Bank.

WILLIAMSTOWN, VT - Robert E. "Bob" Dolan, 88, died Wednesday night, Feb. 3, 2010 at Rowan Court Nursing Home in Barre, Vt. He was born Aug. 1, 1921 in Bakersfield, Vt. the son of Dennis and Bessie (Daigue) Dolan. Dec. 27, 1945 he married Gladys L. Marcy of Enosborg, Vt. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Tunbridge Church on Route 110 in Tunbridge, Vt. Calling hours will be held at the church one hour prior to the funeral service from 1 to 2 p.m. Burial will be held later in the springtime in the Stevens Ferry Cemetery in Enosburg. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association , Vt. & N.H. Chapter, 172 N. Main Street, Barre, Vt. 05641-4124.