Evelyn E. Comtois
....show , of Derby, VT passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 30, 2014 in Burlington, VT. She was born in Lowell VT on June 22, 1923 to Eugene and Ethel (Sherbert) McAllister.
She and her husband Ernest owned and operated a family farm for over 16 years and where they brought their family up in the Newport Center area. In later years she worked at J.J. Newberry and Slalom Ski Wear and Newport Plastics where she retired after five years.
They spent many winters in Florida as well as in Vermont. She enjoyed playing cards, puzzle books, sewing, loved to cook, write poems, and having family come to visit and family gatherings.
Evelyn is survived by her children: Reg Comtois and his wife Diane of Milton, VT, Bernard Comtois and his wife Rita of S.C.; Francis Comtois and his wife Pauline, of NC, Rene Comtois and his wife Nancy of MO, Yvette Bathalon and her husband Jean of Irasburg, VT, Maurice Comtois and his wife Mary Ellen of SC, and her daughter-in-law Carole Comtois of GA, by her sister-in-laws: Dianna McAllister, Barbara McAllister and Lillian Tessier, 19 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. She is also survived by her brother Ronald McAllister and his wife Sally, and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, by her son Arnold, by her brothers Stanley, Glendon, Vincent and Urban and by her sister Idel Bonneau.
Funeral services will be held on Friday October 10, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Derby Line where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Lowell.
Edward A. Thibeault
....show , 91, of Derby, VT passed away peacefully on September 28, 2014 in Newport. He was born on October 14, 1922 in Paquetteville, Quebec to Arthur and Mary (Daignault) Thibeault. On June 16, 1945 he married Leona Pariseau who survives him. Edward owned an operated his own dairy farm in Irasburg, VT for many years. He loved farming, bowling, playing cards, watching the Red Sox and Montreal Canadians.
He is survived by his wife Leona Thibeault of Derby, VT, by his children: Serge Thibeault and his wife Marcia of Swanton, VT, Patricia Anderson of St. Albans, VT, Aline Blanchard and her husband Edwin of Barton, VT, by his daughter-in-law Sharon Thibeault of Irasburg, VT, 17 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren, by his sisters: Hanna Dube of Hartford, CT, and Henryette Pariseau of Paquetteville, Qc. and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Marcel Thibeault, his grandson Chad Blanchard, three brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call on Saturday October 4, 2014 from 9:30-10:30 A.M. at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday October 4, 2014 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Derby Line where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in Edward’s Cemetery, Derby Line, VT. Following the burial there will be a dinner at the Masonic Hall in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Derby Line Ambulance Service, C/O Brian Fletcher, P.O.Box 105, Derby Line, VT 05830.
Robert R. Fournier
....show , 86, of Troy, VT passed away peacefully on September 28, 2014 in Newport. He was born on May 30, 1928 in Newport to Arcade and Alexandrine (Jacques) Fournier. On April 30, 1951 he married Pauline Lahar who survives him.
He entered the U.S. Army and served his Country during the Korean War. He was a self employed auto mechanic and also worked for various auto shops in the area and Florida. He and Pauline spent over 23 years in Eustis, Florida. There he raised beautiful roses and poinsettias. They enjoyed camping in their RV and traveled the east coast before retiring and moving back to Vermont.
Robert loved model railroading and filled their basement with track and trains.
He is survived by his wife Pauline Fournier of Troy, VT, by his children: Gail Sicotte and her husband Marc of Lowell, VT, Sandra Stephens and her husband Mark of Arkansas, and Gary Fournier and his wife Christine of North Carolina. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Brittany Marquette and her husband Phillip, David Sicotte and his wife Shana, Chelsey Carpenter and her husband Kyle, Alex Sicotte, Nicholas Stephens, Ashley Dutta and her husband Vik, Jacob Stephens, and Brynn Fournier, by his great grandchildren: Spencer, Paige, and Parker Marquette, Taylor and Natalie Sicotte, by his sisters and brothers: Leonard Fournier of Copake, NY, Roger Fournier of Copake, NY, Paul Fournier of Coventry, VT, Gerard Fournier of NH, Dennis Fournier of Westfield, VT, Rita Deslandes of Troy, Vt, and Evelyn Meunier of NY. He was predeceased by a brother Richard and a sister Aline.
Friends may call at the Sacred Heart Hall in Troy on Saturday October 4, 2014 from 9:00-10:45 A.M. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday October 4, 2014 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Troy where a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Lowell with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Mississquoi Valley Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 131, Troy, VT 05868.
Archie L. St. Onge
....show , 86, of Derby, VT passed away on September 27, 2014 in Newport. He was born on December 13, 1927 in Huntington, Quebec to Lorenzo and Margaret (Boucher) St. Onge. On December 27, 1949 he married Theresa V. Quenneville who survives him. Archie was a self-employed dairy farmer in Coventry, VT where he farmed for 27 years. After he sold his last farm he worked and retired from Newport Furniture Parts. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, St. Mary’s Catholic Church where he was also an usher. He took great pride in his farm and properties. He loved gardening and doing yard work.
He is survived by his wife Theresa St. Onge of Derby, VT, by his children: Denis St. Onge of Stanstead, Quebec, George St. Onge and his fiancée Gloria of Newport Center, VT, Francine Bourassa and her husband Norman of Jay, VT, Christianne Bumps and her husband James of Derby, VT, Michael St. Onge and his wife Joanne of Derby, VT, and Roger St. Onge and his wife Tammy of St. Pauls , NC, by his grandchildren: Denis St. Onge, Jr, Armand St. Onge, Daniel St. Onge, Nicholas Bourassa, Jocelyn Bourassa, Jesse Bumps, Lucien St. Onge, April St. Onge, Natalie St. Onge, Christopher St. Onge, Bradley St. Onge, Connor St. Onge, Tasha St. Onge, and Trevor St. Onge He is also survived by his brothers and sisters: Adrien St. Onge of Longeiuel, Que, Lucienne Lalonde of Valleyfield, Que, Gabrielle Legault of Ormstown, Que, and Beatrice Brisson and her husband Claude of St. Stanislas De Koska, Que. He is also survived by his daughters-in-law: Tina St. Onge of Bentonville, Arkansas, and June MCmanus of Brick, NJ and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two children Norman St. Onge and Madeleine St. Onge, and by his sister Adrienne.
Friends may call on Wednesday October 1, 2014 from 6-8 P.M. at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday October 2, 2014 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will take place on Saturday October 11, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to North Country Hospital Oncology Department, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855 or to the American Red Cross, 29 Mansfield Ave, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009.
Gloria Jean O’Keefe
....show , 72, of West Stewartstown, NH, died peacefully on September 27, 2014 in Burlington, VT. She was born on March 29, 1942 in East Charleston to Marvin and Donna (Moulton) Gonyaw.
She was a driver for RCT. Gloria had lots of love for her family and friends. She liked Elvis Presley music and her 1985 Renault convertible. She also loved her special dog Abby, watching scary movies and loved to have New Year Eve Parties at her home. She also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and jigsaw puzzles. She is survived by her children: Angela Cook and husband Ken of Derby, VT, Shane O’Keefe of West Stewartstown, NH, and Jason Berry and Julie of Gorham, NH. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Eric, Jeremy, Star, Toma, and Jason and by her great grandchildren: Jaron, Brayden, G-man, and Glo-Bug. She is also survived by her brothers: Don Gonyaw and his wife Joan of Island Pond, VT, and Dennis Gonyaw and his wife Veda of East Charleston, VT, by her sister Ann Shover of East Chalreston, VT, by her special nephews: Sky Shover of Lyndonville, VT, and Luke Shover and his wife Jessica of West Burke, VT and other nieces and nephews. She is also survived by special friends and relatives of Colebrook, and West Stewartstown, NH. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to Angela Cook, P.O. Box 90 Derby, VT 05829.
Suzanne Fay Conn
....show , 61, of Westfield, VT passed away on September 26, 2014 in Lebanon, NH. She was born on May 9, 1953 in Concord, VT to Arthur and Louise (Daniels) Stanley.
Sue graduated from North Country Union High School in 1971 and later received a bachelor’s degree in human services. She was a family resource social worker employed by the Orleans Coordinating County Supervisory Union. Her hobbies included gardening, boating, swimming in her pool, working in her flower garden, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her children: Charles Winston Norton, Jr and his wife Delaina of Essex, VT, and Trent Laramee and his fiancé Kim Dodson. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Charles Winston Norton lll, Gwen Lamoureux, Adrian, and Eligah Lamoureux, by her brother John Conn and his wife Judy of Clute, Texas, by her nephews: Chad Conn, Jonathan Conn and nieces: Carmon and Tara, by her boyfriend Don Savage of Westfield, VT and Stanley’s extended family members. She was predeceased by her children: Erin Ranai Norton in 1989 and Dustin Ryan Laramee in 2005 and by her brother Harold Conn in 2011.
Friend may call from 6-8 P.M. on Friday October 3, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday October 4, 2014 with the Rev. Chris Barton officiating. Interment will take place North Hill Cemetery, Westfield. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Dystonia Foundation, HBTRC, Mclean Hospital, 115 Mill ST, Mailstop 138, Belmont, MA 02478.
Thomas Klansky
....show , 54, of Newport, VT, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2014 in Newport. He was born on May 18, 1960 in Bridgeport, CT to Jean Lillian Sorensen and the late David Joseph Klansky. On August 9, 1986 he married Ruth Jackson who survives him. They were married in Minnesota and honeymooned in Nashville, TN. He attended Stratford High School, Stratford, CT and graduated in Human Services from the University of Idaho with a Bachelor of Science Degree. He grew up in CT. In 2003 Thomas and his family moved to the Northeast Kingdom. His interests were old Country Music, Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley. He was a great family man, handyman from his cars to household jobs. He was a great listener and was able to help people in many ways and from all walks of life. He had a great sense of humor and had the ability to see the funny side of life. His hobbies included the outdoors, camping, walking in the woods and fishing. Tom was a very spiritual person, faithful catholic and a member of St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Catholic Church. His family was very important to him.
He is survived by his wife Ruth Klansky of Newport, VT, by his mother Jean Klansky of Mechanicsville, VA, by his children: David Joseph Klansky and his partner Kayleigh Butler of Morrisville, VT, Aaron Patrick Klansky of Newport, VT, Andrew Thomas Klansky and Maya Rose Newton of Morrisville, VT, and Angela Rose Klansky and her special friend Chandler Prue of Newport, VT, by his brothers: David Klansky and his wife Diane of Stratford, CT, and Patrick Klansky of Mechanicsville, VA, by his sister Kathleen Silvestro and her husband Frederick of South Carolina, and Ellen Bradley and her husband Alan of Mechanicsville, VA, by his nieces and nephews: Tina, Diana, Christine, Anne, Neil, Matthew, Melissa and Michael, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday October 3, 2014 at ST. Mary’s Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Friends may call from 9:00 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. on Friday October 3, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport.
Fabien Claude Poutre
....show , 89, of Newport Center, VT passed away peacefully on September 23, 2014 in Newport. He was born on September 7, 1925 in Troy, VT to Alcide and Almeda (Choquette) Poutre. On June 20, 1953 he married Beverly Bourne who survives him. He entered the U. S. Army where he was a specialist 3. Fabien was an auto mechanic for many years and owned and operated his front end alignment business on Coventry Street in Newport. He was a multi talented person who was able to fix almost anything and even built his own house and camp. He and his wife loved to dance and spent countless hours playing cards with family and friends. They also went to Florida during the winter for almost 25 years. He was always willing to lend a hand to family and friends as well as being involved in his church which included working on the bells in the towers of St. Mary’s Church. He held memberships with the Knights of Columbus and the choir at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife Beverly Poutre of Newport, VT, by his children: Faye Hilliker and her husband James, Daniel Poutre and MaryKaye Fortin and her husband Marcel, by his grandchildren: Kristie Foster and her husband Mike, Mark Fortin and his wife Samantha, and Jaclyn Fortin and Bridget Fortin, by his great grandchildren: Braedyn Morse and Parker Fortin, by his brothers: Jean Guy Poutre and his wife Marielle, Denis Poutre and his wife Judy, by his sister: Rejeanne McGee and her husband Paul, by his sister-in-laws: Betty Poutre, and Jean Poutre, and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers: Real, Fernand, and Germain, by his sisters: Gervais, Hermance Lamoureux, Sr. Carmelle Poutre, and Sr. Solange Poutre, and by his brother-in-law: Charlie Lamoureux, by his sister-in-laws Rosemary Lamoureux, Violet “Bunny” Poutre and Dorothy Poutre.
Friends may call from 6-7:30 P.M. on Thursday September 25, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday September 26, 2014 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division,Inc, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495 or to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.
Woodrow “Woodie” D. Pike
....show , 97, of Newport, VT passed away peacefully on September 21, 2014 in Newport. He was born on September 8, 1917 in Irasburg to Clement and Nettie (Healey) Pike. His first wife Marjorie Jeanne Pike died in 1972. He married Annette Boisvert who survives him. He was a WW11 veteran. Woodie was a salesman for Barton Motors where he retired in 2000. He was a member of both the Newport and Orleans Country Clubs, and a member of the Hole in One Club. He was a former member of the Newport Elks #2255 and a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 21. He was also a member of the Memphremagog Lodge # 65 F & AM of Newport. He was a pilot during WW11 and was a member of the Silver Wings. He was former president of the Orleans County Dealers Association and Vice President of the VT Pilots Association. He was also a member of the Kidder Pond Club and Herb March Coffee Club.
He is survived by his wife Annette Pike of Newport, VT, by his children: Steven Pike and his wife Linda of Swanton, VT, Andrew Pike of Newport, VT, Sharon Pike of St. Johnsbury, VT, by his step children: Patricia Williams of Newport, VT, Nancy Menard of Houston, Texas, and Rick Menard and his wife Carmen of St. Johnsbury, VT. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Kimberly Jean Pike, Randall Pike, Christopher Pike, Rebekah Miura, JD Williams, and Sean Donovan, by his great grandchildren: Shelby, Jackson, Taylor, Simon, Madeline, Oliver, and Maelle,by his sisters Avis Harper of Barton, VT, Lucie Anderson of Rutland, VT, and Elizabeth Dudley of Orleans, VT, and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son William Pike in 2008. Friends may call from 5-8 P.M. on Friday September 26, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday September 27,2014 at the Irasburg United Church with Pastor Rick Menard officiating. Interment will follow in Irasburg Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Irasburg Church, Route 14 and 58, Irasburg, VT 05845.
Joanne Estelle Hamel
....show , 67, of Brownington, VT passed away peacefully on September 21, 2014 at her home. She was born on April 24, 1947 in Barton to Paul and Gertrude (Choiniere) LeBlanc. Joanne loved to ride around looking for moose and other wildlife. She cheered for the red sox, enjoyed watching UFC on TV, and she loved being with her children and grandchildren. She especially enjoyed going to a family camp at South America Pond. She is survived by her children: Raymond Hamel, Jr, John Hamel and his life partner Sissy Ball, Renee Hamel and Robin Beaton and his wife Tammy, and by her father Paul LeBlanc. She is also survived by her beloved companion of 24 years Robin Beaton, by her grandchildren: Alyssa Hamel, Chelsea Hamel, and Samantha Hamel, Autumn and Shaylyn Beaton, by her brothers and sisters: Theodore (Teddy) LeBlanc and his wife Roberta, Norman LeBlanc and his wife Ronda, Carmen Lamarche, Paulette Riendeau and her husband Bernard,by her mother-in-law Hazel Morelyand by her sister-in-law Irene LeBlanc, many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. She was predeceased by her mother Gertrude LeBlanc, and by her brother Allen LeBlanc. A celebration of her life will be held on Sunday September 28, 2014 at St. Theresa’s Parish Hall from 1-4 P.M. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Oncology Department, North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855.
Winston H. Hammond
....show , 86, of Derby, VT passed away suddenly on September 20, 2014 at his home. He was born on April 30, 1928 in Newport to Stanley and Florence (Hoadley) Hammond. On August 22, 1953 he married Lucille Bernier who survives him. He entered the U.S. Navy and was a veteran of the Korean War. He was an auto body repairman for Camirand’s Auto Body and Newport Auto Supply and also for the former Mulkin and Frawley’s Chevrolet. Winston enjoyed going out to eat with friends, and going for long rides in his car. He also enjoyed time with his grandchildren, his great grandchildren and his family. He enjoyed picking on people in a friendly way.
He is survived by his wife Lucille Hammond of Derby, VT, by his children: Sherry Lefebvre and her husband Andre of Morgan, VT, and Scott Hammond and his wife Lisa of Shelburne, VT. by his grandchildren: Jeremy Hammond, Jason Lefebvre and his wife Lindsey, Erin Morse and her husband Nick, and Brennan Lefebvre and his fiancé Danielle, by his great grandchildren: Bryan, Bracen, Breelle and Braelyn Lefebvre. He is also survived by his sister Vivian Urie, by his sisters-in-laws and brother-in-law: Theresa Goddard of Derby, VT, Richard Bernier of Newport, VT, Sophie Bernier of Phoenix, AZ, Carole Lussier of Newport, VT, and Fran Bernier of Derby, VT and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his children: Karen, Melody and Allen Hammond, by his parents: Florence and Stanley Hammond, by his brothers Lyle and Bill Hammond, mother and father-in-law-Elias and Malvina Bernier.
Friends may call from 12:30-1:30 P.M. on Thursday September 25, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday September 25, 2014 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the St. Edward’s Preschool Program, 191 Clermont Terrace, Newport, VT 05855.
Harold J. Lyster
....show , 79, of Derby, VT passed away peacefully on September 20, 2014 in Newport, VT. He was born July 10, 1935 in Fargo, North Dakota to James and Margaret (McNamee) Lyster. Known as Hal to his family and friends, he spent a number of years in Windsor Locks, CT, where he worked and retired as Postmaster of the U.S. Postal Service. He previously served in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by his wife, Susan (Berry) Lyster, whom he married on November 7, 1980. After retiring to Vermont, he and Susan traveled and enjoyed family gatherings at their home. Hal was a former volunteer EMT for the Suffield, CT Fire Department. He enjoyed volunteering at North Country Hospital, the Newport Welcome Center, and was an area coordinator for the AARP Tax Preparation Program. He helped establish the Newport/Stanstead area OSHER lecture service. Hal is also survived by his daughter, Laura Lyster-Mensh and husband Mark; his son Erik Lyster and wife Megan; his son Ryan Lyster and wife Stacey; his son Alan Lyster and wife Michelle; five grandchildren: Lianna Mensh, Carlie Lyster, Daniel Mensh, Samantha Lyster, and Nathan Lyster; his sisters Jeanette Love and Marcy Cowen; as well as several nieces and nephews. The family will hold private services. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of VT, 300 Corner Stone Drive, Suite 128, Williston, VT 05495.
Maurice W. Eldred Jr
....show , beloved grandfather of Randy and Tonya Langmaid of Lowell, VT passed away peacefully at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton on September 19, 2014.
Maurice was born on January 19, 1927 one of 8 children born to Maurice and Hersa Eldred of Belevidere, VT. He often told stories of his happy childhood and of his close family. He was stationed in Germany during the occupation as an M.P. he rode the trains to keep peace. While there he met the love of his life Lydia Gampe. They married on November 11, 1947 and remained so until her death in February 1996. They returned to the U.S. on Christmas Eve in 1948. After a brief time in Belevidere they purchashed a house in Lowell where they lived ever since.
Together they had three children, one son Roland and two daughters Nanette and (Leta) Lydia H.
Mr. Eldred worked over 40 years at the Asbestos Mines in Lowell. For G.A.F. then V.A.G. He was a share holder and on the board of directors. He was known for his hard work opinions and outspokenness for people rights but he was famous for his hot temper!
He also was a member of the V.F.W. and past member of the Free Masons and a longtime member of the Lowell Congregational Church.
While he wife was alive he enjoyed yardsaling and traveling to Florida, Europe, Michigan and Old Orchard Beach in Maine. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his great grandsons Ryan and Shane. After his wife’s death he spent a lot of time with his cows he and his grandson Randy were raising together.
Due to the fact that his grandchildren Randy and Tonya Langmaid lived close by, they were able to care for him up until and a year and half ago when his health got to the point he had to stay at Maple Lane. He spent so much time with them that Church and School Functions the children and adults called him “Grandpa”. He wanted everyone to know that he had a good full life and was looking forward to being with his blessed wife that he missed everyday.
He leaves behind a brother and several sisters. His children Roland and his wife Mary Lou of Orlando, FL, their children: Roland, Rodney, and Tammy and their spouses and children, Nanette (Eldred) and David Symonds and their children and spouses: by his grandchildren: Tonya and Randy Langmaid and children, Sonya Elwood and her children and their spouses and children. He was predeceased by one brother, two sisters, his precious wife Lydia G. Eldred, his beloved daughter Leta Lydia H. Eldred, and by his two grandsons Shane and Ryan Langmaid.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday September 29, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday September 29, 2014 from 12Noon until the hour of the funeral. Interment will take place on Friday October 3, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. at the Mountainview Cemetery in Lowell, VT with military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Forever Young Club, in care of Lorraine Sargent, 3936 Lake Road, Newport Center, VT 05857.
Geraldine Mae Wilcox Hunt
....show of Derby, VT, (formerly of Newport) departed this life September 13, 2014. She was born in Newport on October 26, 1919, to Gertrude Spear Wilcox and Thaddeus Wilcox.
Deanie (as her parents called her) graduated valedictorian from Newport High School in 1937 and received a degree in Commerce and Economics from the University of Vermont in 1941 and also a Masters of Education from UVM in 1968.
She was executive secretary to the state Commissioner of Health in Burlington for seven years before moving back to Newport. During WWII she enjoyed being a USO girl and corresponded with many soldiers around the world.
In 1947 she married Kenneth Hunt who predeceased her in 1976. She was also predeceased by her brother, Grenville Wilcox.
She worked for the Public Health Department in Newport and then in 1961 began teaching business subjects – first at Brighton Academy, and then at NCUHS, retiring in 1988.
Gerrie (the name by which she became known after moving back to Newport) was involved in many aspects of the community. She was secretary of the Newport Women’s Club for many years and a member of the United Church of Newport. She was also on the Board of Directors for the North Country Concert Association, The Board of Directors for the Northeast Schools and Hospital Credit Union, treasurer for Newport Country Club ladies’ league, a lifetime member of the Order of Eastern Star, a member of Orleans Northern Essex Retired Teachers Association, a volunteer at the hospital as well as a member of the NC Hospital Auxiliary, and a North Country Swinger. She was a member of Community Circle and loved travelling to see the world. She enjoyed square dancing, round dancing, golf, crafts, and collecting dolls from her travels. She played with the gourmet bridge club and was an avid reader.
In 1964 she bought a camp on Lake Memphremagog which was her joy. It became her full time home in 2004 and she could be seen playing her electronic bridge, doing crossword puzzles, and reading by the water if she was not watching a Red Sox or college basketball game. She always had at least one cat as a companion, spoiling it unmercifully.
In 1982 and 1983 her grandsons Bud and Evan were born and she immediately became an integral part of their lives, babysitting, attending their school functions, watching their sports events, playing games and cards together, and travelling with them. In 2004 her lake front home also became home for her daughter Pat, as well as Bud and Evan.
She is survived by Pat Vana, George Vana, IV (Bud) and girlfriend Bethany Halliday, and Evan Vana and fiancée Andrea Patrikis as well as her cats Chessie, Marley, and KC.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday September 15, 2014 at the United Church of Newport with the Rev. Timothy Wilcox officiating. Friends may call at the Church on Monday September 15, 2014 from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the funeral. Interment will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Newport. Should friend desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the United Church, 63 Third Street, Newport, Vermont 05855.
Robert Earl Fairbrother
....show , 89, of Newport, VT passed away peacefully on September 12, 2014 in Newport. He was born on May 4, 1925 in Newport to Burns and Margery (LaFountain) Fairbrother. In 1946 he married Mary Elizabeth (Blake) who predeceased him in 2011. He entered the United State Navy and served his Country during WW11. During his lifetime he was an electronics Engineer for United Technologies. He was an officer in the Border Amateur Radio Club in Newport and a lifetime amateur radio operator at W1PYO. He enjoyed playing bridge, fishing, and was interested in science fiction.
He is survived by his children: Douglas C. Fairbrother of Newport, VT, Lisa Fairbrother of Newport, VT, Pamela Veilleux and her husband Denis of Rutland, VT and Eileen C. Fairbrother. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Tristen and Jan Veilleux both of Rutland, VT, by his brother Donald Fairbrother and his wife Joan of Newport Richie, FL, by his his nieces and nephews: Barbara, David, Donald, Dennis and Gregory. He was predeceased by his brother Walter.
Services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday October 4, 2014 at the Newport Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the March of Dimes, 57 South Main Street # 2, Waterbury, VT 05676 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Bruce A. Booth
....show , 76, of Barre, VT, formerly of North Troy, passed away in Berlin, VT on Saturday September 12, 2014. Bruce was born on December 17, 1937 in North Troy to Campbell and Freda Mae (Westover) Booth. He went to school in North Troy and served in the U.S. Army. Bruce was a Sergeant of Arms and former member of the North Troy American Legion as well as a member of the Moose Club. He worked at Indian Head Plywood and retired as a supervisor. Bruce enjoyed fishing, bowling, and traveled over the years. He is survived by his sister Edna Stuart and her husband Russell, by his sister-in-law Dorothy Booth and by several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents he was also predeceased by his three brothers: William, Harold, and Robert. A graveside service will be held at the North Troy Village Cemetery on Monday September 22, 2014 at 11:00 A.M.
Lillian G. Lockwood
....show , 98, of Morgan, VT, passed away on September 11, 2014, in Newport. She was born on September 23, 1915, in Garfield, NJ, to Joseph and Grace (Stiles) Torrey, and lived most of her life in Waldwick, NJ. In later years, she resided with her daughters in Georgetown, KY, and most recently in Morgan, VT.
On September 24, 1949, she married Arthur W. Lockwood, who predeceased her. During WWII she served with the Red Cross in Hawaii, and afterward worked at the Radio Division of the United Nations. Lillian will be remembered for her intelligence and her sense of humor. She often commented, "I'm 98 years old but I don't look a day over 93".
She was a dedicated mother to her three daughters, Dr. Frances Lockwood ( Dr. Kenneth Partymiller) of Georgetown, KY, Marcy Lockwood Peterman (Richard) of Naples, FL, and Elaine G. Lockwood (Gerry Hunt) of Morgan, VT; and her four grandchildren: Andrew Peterman, Matthew Partymiller, Kyla Grace Lockwood Brooks and Eliot Lockwood Brooks. She has two great grandchildren, her sister-in-law Ann Pope of Ramsey, NJ, and many nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express appreciation to caregivers Sheree Knoche of Georgetown, KY, Amy Corkins and Amber Before of Newport, VT, and especially Lillian's dear friends Ethel and Howard Post of Waldwick, and Gondze Agic, of Washinton Twp, NJ.
Services will be held in NJ later this year. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.
Elizabeth Gray Applebee
....show , 95, of Newport, VT formerly of Morgan, passed away on September 10, 2014 in Newport. She was born to Ora and Eliza (Moore) Cargill in Morgan on November 6, 1918. Elizabeth held several different job positions including being a House Mother at Champlain College Whiting Hall in the 80’s, a nurses’ aid at the Orleans County Memorial Hospital and she also worked at both of the Morgan Post Offices. She enjoyed traveling and visiting her family. Elizabeth married Martin Gray in 1936 who predeceased her in 1981. In 1989 she married Riley Applebee who predeceased her in 2008. She is survived by her children David and Jackie Gray, Brenda Jenks and her companion Rod Blair, Brian and his wife Marilyn Gray. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and step children. She was predeceased by her children: James and Jane Gray, a brother Delmar and his wife Marion Cargill and by her sisters: Doris Morse, Wealthy Cargill.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday September 20, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at the Morgan United Church with Rev. John Genco officiating. Friends may call at the Church on Saturday September 20, 2014 from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Interment will follow at the Morgan Beach Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1071 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855.
Everett L. "Bud" Carter
....show passed away on September 9, 2014. Born in Tenafly, NJ, on October 12, 1920, to Everett P. "Duke" and Franke Carter, Bud was a life-long New York Giants football fan and a World War II veteran. During the War, Bud served in Libya and Italy for more than 3 years as a mine-disposal specialist with the 835th Combat Engineers. In the 1970's Bud moved to Vermont and began a career as a real-estate appraiser, working throughout the state. Bud was predeceased by his sisters Virginia, Marion and Eleanor and wife Jule Handwerg Carter. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Margaret, his children Victoria and John and his wife Sherrie, grandchildren Christina, Peter and Rachel and great-grandson Kaleb. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday September 19, 2014 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Lowell where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated.Interment in Wesfield Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Lowell Fire Dept, P.O.Box 239, Lowell, VT 05847.
Douglas Ira Kroeger
....show , 34, of Craftsbury Common, VT passed away suddenly on September 9, 2014 in Lexington, MA. He was born on March 25, 1980 in Lincoln, Maine to Gayle (King) Kroeger and the late Richard D. Kroeger, Jr. He graduated from the Penobscot Valley High School in Howland, Maine. Douglas was a commercial construction worker and he also built and painted custom homes. He enjoyed playing cards, kayaking, snowboarding and other outdoor activities. He was outgoing and free spirited individual who enjoyed his family and especially his nieces and nephews.
He is survived by his mother Gayle Kroeger of Craftsbury Common, VT, by his siblings: Benjamin Kroeger and his wife Marie of Craftsbury Common, VT, Andrew Kroeger and his wife Sarah of Greensboro Bend, VT, Annemarie Wakefield and her husband Richard of Statesboro, GA, Ruth Kroeger of Herdon, VA, Anita Niles and her husband John of Oakland, Maine, and Karen Kroeger of Craftsbury Common, VT, by his nieces and nephews: Lauren, Katelyn, Nathan, Kayla, Keagan, Kylee, Kaleb, Kendrick, Cameron, Elizabeth and Liam. He is also survived by several Aunts and Uncles. He was predeceased by his father Richard D. Kroeger, Jr in 2002. Friends may call on Friday evening September 12, 2014 at the Kroeger Residence, 1051 King Farm Road, Craftsbury Common from 4-7 P.M. for a time of sharing remembrances. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday September 13, 2014 at the East Craftsbury Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Scott Libby officiating. Interment will follow in Craftsbury Common Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Vermont Adult and Teen Challenge, 1296 Collins Hill Road, Johnson, VT 05656.
Linda J. Kelley
....show , 67 of Derby, VT passed away on September 8, 2014 in Newport. She was born May 14, 1947 in Malone, NY to Lawrence and Nancy (Jones) Andrews. Linda was a cashier at Jolly Association in Derby, VT. Her hobbies included crocheting and knitting much to the delight of her family. She also enjoyed camping in her camper with her longtime companion. She will be greatly missed by all her family and her cat Missy Muffett. She is survived by children: Amy Kelley and her companion Cable Pennington, Anne Dubois and her husband Raymond, Terry Kelley, and Tim Kelley and his wife Laura, by her grandchildren: Jennifer, Nancy, Shannon, Nicole, Tamera, Jamie, Ryan, Tucker, Hunter, Skyler, and 3 step grandchildren, by her great grandchildren: Christian, Guiliana, Skiler, Whyatt, Addyson, Silas, and 5 step great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Patty Gore of West Virginia, and her longtime companion Paul Fortin and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister Joanne. Services at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1071 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855.
Philip “Phil” Austin Brown
....show , 23, of Hardwick, VT passed away suddenly on September 6, 2014 in Newport, VT. Phil was a loving father to his girls. He was born October 7, 1990 in Morrisville, VT to Claude and Angel (Wilde) Brown. He graduated from Craftsbury Academy in 2009. Phil worked construction, masonry, logging, mechanic and welding. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, arm wrestling, tinkering on engines and helping his friends.
He is survived by his mother Angel Wilde of Hardwick, VT, by his father Claude Brown of North Wolcott, VT, by his children: Kira, Cloie and Evelyn Brown, by his children’s mothers: Brooke Hill of Hyde Park, VT, and Chelsea Miller of Waterville, VT, by his brother Rusty Foss of Hardwick, VT, his sister Ashley Brown of Hardwick, VT, his niece Lillian Hayford of Hardwick and his special friend Katie Chase of Craftsbury, VT, by his paternal grandmother Ann Brown of Chester, VT, his maternal grandmother Linda Pierce of Hardwick, VT, his maternal great grandmother Lillian Marks of Hyde Park, VT, his paternal great grandmother Marjorie Annis of Newport Center, VT, his paternal great grandfather Philip Brown of North Wolcott, VT. Phil is survived by his maternal step-grandmother Johanne Turcotte-Wilde of Springfield, MA. He is also survived by his Aunts: Dorothy Wilde of Hyde Park, VT, Cherie Fabiani of Richmond, VT, Jodi Pierce of Hardwick, VT, Kimberly Robarge of NY, and by his Uncle Robert Brown of North Wolcott, VT, by his Step-Uncle Peter Turcotte of NY and many other relatives. Phil is survived by his close friends: Andy Phillip, Ben Allen, Skylar Poleio, Tyler Cochran, Travis Martin, Ben Cote and many other friends. He was predeceased by his Aunt Carol Bean of Hardwick, VT, by his paternal grandfather Arnold Brown and maternal grandfather Richard Wilde and paternal great grandmother Pauline Brown.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday September 20, 2014 at the Craftsbury Academy with the Rev. Alan Parker officiating. Friends may call at the Academy on Saturday September 20, 2014 from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made payable to Ashley Brown, P. O. Box 201, Morrisville, VT 05661. All contributions will be deposited into a revocable trust for Philip’s three daughters. The First $100.00 deposit is a loving gift from Philip to his daughters.
Ardis A. Sykes
....show , 85, of formerly of Morgan, VT passed away on September 6, 2014 in Newport, VT. She was born June 16, 1929 in Newport Center, VT to Eben and Carrie (Norris) Wilcox. On April 4, 1949 she married Raymond Sykes who survives her.
She was a helpmate to her husband on their Dairy Farm in Morgan, Vermont for many years.
She was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking, gardening and helping Ray with the farm work.
She is survived by her husband Raymond Sykes of Newport, VT, by her children: Richard Sykes and his wife Helene of Newport, VT, Kenneth Sykes and his wife Denise of Morgan, VT, Randy Sykes and his wife Sharon of Derby Line, VT, and Gary Sykes and his wife Christine of Norton, VT, 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Merna Ashman of Island Pond, VT and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two infant sons, four brothers Marshall, Wendall, Basil and Kenneth and by two sister Shirley and Audrey.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday September 12, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport with the Rev. Richard Whitehill officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday September 12, 2014 from 12:00 P.M. until the hour of the funeral. Interment will follow in Newport Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Bel-Aire Activities Fund, 35 Bel-Aire Drive, Newport, VT 05855.
Mary Elizabeth (Bates) Kennedy
....show , 97, died on September 2, 2014 in Barton, VT. She was born in Central, Rhode Island on September 9, 1916 the oldest of four girls born to Ephraim Joseph and Mary Elizabeth (McNally) Bates. She attended the elementary school of Trinity Parish and then Central Falls High School where she had the leading role in several productions. She graduated from Bryant College and stayed in touch with her high school friends, the “sub-debs”, for many years. She met her husband E. Kenneth Kennedy through their mutual love of ballroom dancing and they got married on February 18, 1939. She created a loving and gracious home for her husband and two sons Ken and Bob while following her husband’s work from Rhode Island to the greater Chicago area and then to West Hartford, CT. During those years she made many good friends and was active in church and community groups. After Ken’s retirement they moved back to Warwick, Rhode Island to a lovely community at Buttonwoods near the water. With the encouragement of her friends she took an interest in genealogy and became a member of the DAR. After her husband’s death she moved to Connecticut to be closer to her sons and grandchildren and for the last few years has lived in the beautiful Northeast Kingdom of Vermont near her son Bob. She leaves two sons: Kenneth Kennedy and his wife Mary, and Robert Kennedy and his wife Pam, 6 grandchildren: Kimberly Marcus, Amy Liedke and her husband Chuck, Alison Kennedy and her husband David, Joseph Kennedy and his wife Kelly, Devon Kennedy, Natalie Kennedy, and by five great grandchildren. She also leaves her sister Geraldine (Bates) Jones and many loving nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Ken, her two sisters Eileen (Bates) Crawley and Dorothy (Bates) Johnson and by a nephew David Jones. She was a devoted mother and always gave unconditional love and support to her grandchildren, she will be missed by all. A mass is being held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday November 15, 2014 at St. Clements Church in Warwick, RI followed by a brief service at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in West Warwick. A celebration of life for Mary Elizabeth Kennedy will be at the Crown Plaza, 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick at 12:30 P.M., all are invited to comment. For friends and family arriving on Friday November 14, 2014, the Crown Plaza Warwick, 801 Greenwich Avenue is holding special bereavement group rates on $109.00 per room per night, ask Kennedy family rate (reservations @providenceri.crowneplaza.com. or (401) 732-6000. People arriving early are informally meeting at the Greenwood Inn, 1350 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick on Friday night around 6:30 P.M.
Myrth E. Janes
....show , 87, of Barton, VT passed away peacefully on August 29, 2014 in Barton. She was born on June 10, 1927 in Fairfield, VT to John and Grace (Lemnah) Morgan. On September 1, 1978 she married Ralph J. Janes who predeceased her in 2005. Myrth graduated from Montpelier High School class of 1944. She was an analyst for Digital Coeporation in Williston, VT for several years. Her hobbies included crocheting afghans and donating them to the Winston Salem Hospital in North Carolina. She also enjoyed reading and sewing. Her major passion was her family and to go shopping with her sister Myrle.
She is survived by her children: Richard Douse and his wife Abelina De La Rosa of Barton, VT, Rachel Douse of Milton, VT, Jacqueline Douse of Milton, VT, and David Douse and his wife Gladys of King, NC. She is survived by 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, by her sister Myrle Sylva of St. Albans, VT, by her special friend Bill Torrisi of Barton, VT. She was predeceased by her siblings: Boyd, Wade and Bruce, Phyllis, Faith, and June. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Resident Activities Fund, Maple Lane Nursing Home, 60 Maple Lane, Barton, VT 05822. A very special thank you to the staff of Maple Lane Nursing Home.
Maxine M. Kelley
....show , 91, of Brownington, VT passed away peacefully on August 25, 2014 at her daughter’s home in Brownington. She was born on August 15, 1923 in Barton, VT to Perley and Arline (Burdette) Ingalls. On July 29, 1941 she married Elwin Kelley, Sr who predeceased her Maxine was a clipper for the Columbia Forest Products where she retired after 18 years of service. She liked to dance, especially the Charleston. She also enjoyed playing darts, going for rides and going out to eat and she spent many hours crocheting, as the family each received many of her works. She was an avid reader and was always very independent and lived next door to her daughter Brenda which enabled her to do so and was a very big part of her family. She always enjoyed her many cats and dogs over the years.
She is survived by her children: Brenda Simons and her husband Earl of Brownington, VT, Dorine Lombarto of FL, Wayne Kelley and his wife Linda of Quebec, Dean Kelley and his wife Pauline of AL, by her grandchildren: Kim and Tom Thompson, Terri and Jeff LaClair, Lynn Farrand, Kenni Ann and Joe Hawkesworth, Elwin and Shelley Kelley, Bobbie-Jo and Paul Beauregard, Lisa and Jeff Lanoue, Scott and Shelley Kelley, Chad Kelley, Kelly, Phillip, Sherry, Christine, Robin, Carmen, Tonya, Tammy and Christie and Skylar, And by her great grandchildren, Cassidy, Natalie , Dillion, Perry, William, Ethan, Sheyanne Thompson, Tom Thompson, Dustin, Alex, Calab, Mathew and Derrick and by great great grandchildren, Jessie and Savanna Thompson, Aiden Farrand, Mikalya Farrand, Kaya Moore. She is also survived by her sister Marcella Dow and her husband Dick of FL. She was predeceased by her son Elwin Kelley Jr in 2008 and by her special grandson Josh Simons in 2011. She was also predeceased by 5 brothers and 1 sister.
Funeral services were held on Saturday August 30, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. at the Brownington Church with the Rev. Dan Prue officiating. Interment will follow at 4:00 P.M. at the Derby Line Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Orleans Emergency Unit, in care of Dot Collier, 1327 Dry Pond Road, Glover, VT 05839.
Andrew Sumner March
....show , 90, Vermonter, Cape Codder and retired corporate executive died on August 24, 2014 in Newport, VT. He was the husband of Elizabeth L. (Savage) March of Newport, VT, progeny of Sandwich, Cape Cod Founders Elizabeth and Edmund Freeman and cousin of early American Patriot James Otis. Mr. March graduated president of his class at Newmarket, NH High School in 1943. A World War ll U.S. Army aviation cadet, he served in the Mediterranean, Training Theatre of Operations earning three battle stars. He is a life member of Alfred Pepin Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 798, Newport, VT. Mr. March graduated from Mount Union College in 1950. His career identities culminated in International Assignments at Curtiss-Wright Corporation where he had technical responsibility for subsidiary plants in Eastern United States and Canada. He may be remembered as Deacon at the Union Congregational Church, Upper Montclair, NJ, Elder at First Church of Christ, Simsbury, CT and Parish Visitor at First Church of Christ Sandwich, MA. He leaves in addition to his beloved wife Elizabeth, his son Andrew II of Ridgefield, CT, daughter Susan Pelcher of Newport, VT, son Douglas March in Warwick, RI, his grandchildren: Lindsay March-DaCosta, Whitney March and Corey Pelcher. There will be a graveside ceremony with family and close friends at Pine Grove Cemetery, Newport, VT, at 2:30 P.M. on Thursday August 28, 2014.
Patricia Mae Freehart
....show , 84, of Orleans, VT, passed away on August 24, 2014 in Newport, VT. She was born May 9, 1930 in St. Johnsbury, VT to John and Alice Nolan. On October 28, 1961 she married Hubert Freehart who predeceased her on May 3, 2013. Pat volunteered at the Orleans Senior Meals. She loved to watch the hummingbirds come to her feeder as she sat on her porch. She loved life, people, and always brought joy to others with her great big smile. Pat and her husband Pin liked to go for rides and stop at Tim & Dougs for ice cream.
She is survived by her children: Tim Freehart and his companion Shirley of ST. Johnsbury, VT, Linda Gregor and her husband Joseph of NH, by her grandchildren: Shawn Chapdelaine and Linda Simonphone of MA, Diamond Redding of MA, and Gerald and Lorraine Freehart. She is also survived by her great grandson Shawn Chapdelaine, Jr and by her sister Gloria Gambel. She was predeceased by her sister Mary. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Paul A. Bernier
....show , 48, of Newport, VT passed away suddenly on August 24, 2014 in Newport. He was born on April 10, 1966 in El Passo, Texas to Edward and Shirley (Farnam) Bernier. Paul was a self employed security fence installer. On July 17, 1992 he married Cynthia Little who survives him.
He was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, loved to fish and hunt and go camping with Cindy. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and his dog Taco.
He is survived by his wife Cynthia Bernier of Newport, VT, by his children: Kayla Bernier, Taylor Bernier and her companion Ben St. Marie of Troy, VT, Brooklyn Bernier of North Carolina, Lance Tabor of Derby, VT, and by his grandchildren: Kylie and Ryah Tabor and Hailey St. Marie, by his brothers: Roger Bernier and his wife Paula of St. Johnsbury, VT and Larry Lucas of Arkansas, by his sisters: Sherry Lucas and her companion Pete May of Brownington, VT, Lori Coburn of Glover, VT, Maria Green and her husband Walter of Texas, and Shannon and her husband Robert of Williamson, Utah. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law Jennifer Bowen and her companion Buckley Duby, Lisa Little, brothers-in-law Reginald and Mark Prue and Mike Little.
A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday August 27, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to Cynthia Bernier, 75 Indian Point ST, Newport, VT 05855.
Vivian Rita Trucott
....show , 87, of Sheffield, VT, died peacefully on August 23, 2014 surrounded by her family at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center. She was born on October 24, 1926 in Derby Line, VT to Gilson and Blanche (Monfette) Reynolds. On September 15, 1941 she married Leo Trucott who predeceased her in 1980. She was also predeceased by two sons and a grandson. She worked as an LPN many years caring for people. She enjoyed bingo, cribbage, cooking, sewing, and company stopping by to visit.
She is survived by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sister and many nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday August 27, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 12 Elm Street, Barton, with John Sleeper officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday August 27, 2014 from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Interment will follow in Westlook Cemetery, Glover. On-line condolences at curtis-britch.com. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to go to the resident’s activities fund, in memory of Vivian Trucott, St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center, 1248 Hospital Drive, ST. Johnsbury, VT 05819.
Peter T. Leck
....show , 62, of Glover, Vermont, formerly of North Troy, passed away on August 22, 2014 in Glover, VT. He was born on October 12, 1951 in Yonkers, NY, to Charles and Marguerite (Farese) Leck.
Peter was a cook for the North Troy Inn. During his lifetime he enjoyed doing wood working.
He is survived by his mother Marguerite Savio of N. Billerica, MA, and by seven brothers and sisters: Philip and Jenny of FL, Richard and Kathy Leck of FL, Charles and Lucinda Leck of KS, Kathy Gould of MA, , Deborah Leck of MA, Elizabeth and William Farley of N. Troy, VT; Karen Leck of N. Troy, VT; Patty Leck of Brattleboro, VT; Jenny and Mark Schaffer of Springfield, VT; and Cindy and Bob McCauley of NY. He was predeceased by his father Charles Leck and by his brother Michael.
A graveside service was held on Saturday August 30, 2014 at the Notre Dame Cemetery in North Troy. VT. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Mary Wright Haol Fund, 1071 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855.
Jeannine Y. Renaudette
....show , 74, of Derby, VT passed away peacefully on August 20, 2014 in White River Junction, VT. She was born on December 31, 1939 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Thomas and Helen (Poitz) Genoway. In 1988 she married Stanley Renaudette who predeceased her on September 11, 2005.
She entered the United States Marine Corp where she served her Country during peacetime. Jeannine loved spending time with her family. She was a member of the VFW Post 798 Ladies Auxiliary and American Legion Post 21 Ladies Auxiliary.
She is survived by her children: William Barlow, Jr and his wife Shannon of Newport, VT, George Barlow and his wife Heather of Moores, NY, and Jeannine Gilman and her husband Bill of Woodsville, NH, by her grandchildren: Raymond Barlow, William Barlow lll and his wife Ashley, Justin Barlow, Joshlynne Barlow, Ashley Williams, Amber Huntington, and Wayne Ledoucer; by her great grandchildren: Bailee, Aliyah,Tyrell and Karter Barlow by her siblings: Antoinette Eves of Riverside, CA, Tomas Genoway of NY, Kathleen Genoway of Missouri, Teri Genoway of CA, and Jerry Pete of Texas, and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister Rosalie. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday August 27, 2014 at the Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Church in Newport. Friends may call at the Church on Wednesday August 27, 2014 from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Interment will take place at the Veterans Cemetery, Randolph, VT with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 798, 141 Central ST, Newport, VT, 05855.
Everett Allen Sheltra
....show , 72, of Newport Center, VT passed away suddenly on August 19, 2014 in Newport. He was born on December 7, 1941 in Lowell, VT to Theodore and Ellen (Caswell) Sheltra. On July 13, 1963 he married June Sherlaw who survives him. He graduated from Newport Center High School in 1959. Everett was employed by the following companies: Kraft Foods, Inc of Troy, Ethan Allen MFG, Orleans, Glendon McAllister Builders of Orleans, The Converse Co of Orleans, VT, and a custodian and bus driver for the Newport Center Elementary School for 27 years. He was also a school bus driver for North Country Union High School in Newport. Everett was a former member of Newport Center Fire Department. More recently he was sexton for the Newport Center Cemetery.
He is survived by his wife June Sheltra of Newport Center, VT, by his daughter Lynne Sheltra and her husband Doug Matten of Newport Center, VT, by his grandchildren: Michelle Matten of Newport Center, VT, Andrew Matten of Newport Center, VT. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters: Wilfred Sheltra of Island Pond, VT, Charles Sheltra of Voluntown, CT, Phillip Sheltra and Karen of Westfield, VT, Phyllis Sheltra of Colorado, Paul Sheltra and his wife Yvette of Irasburg, VT, and Judy Blanton and her husband Tim of Morgantown, KY. He is also survived by his mother-in-law Alena Sherlaw of Newport Center, VT, by his sister-in-law Edna Baraw and her husband Frank of Newport Center, VT, Mary Price and her husband Jeff of Morgan, VT and by several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday August 23, 2014 at the Newport Center Cemetery with the Rev. Keith Twofoot officiating. All are welcome to a gathering at the Newport Center Fire Department following the service. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Marcelle L. Viens
....show , 97, of Burlington, VT passed away peacefully on August 16, 2014 at the Burlington Health and Rehab Center. She was born December 1, 1916 in Morgan, VT to Alfred and Paula (Marois) Viens. Marcelle worked for the B. F. Goodrich Company in Massachusetts for nearly 30 years and for the State Street Bank in Boston, MA. She was a devout Catholic and had been an active member of the St. John the Baptist Church in Cambridge, MA. Marcelle enjoyed helping elderly people with their errands when she was still able. Going for car rides gave her much enjoyment. She liked coming back to Vermont for visits with family and finally moved to the Burlington area for her final years. Burlington Health and Rehab gave Marcelle several years of total happiness doing many things she had never been able to do.
She is survived by Tillie Fugere, her first cousin and family: nieces and nephews Paul, Claire and Helene Rodrigue of Sherbrooke, Quebec, Pauline Robert and Howard Viens, Joanne Hornung, Leonard Viens, and her second cousin Louise Mathews who had been her caretaker for several years. She was predeceased by her brothers Joseph and Leonard Viens and her sisters Martha Rodrigue and Pauline Viens.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Newport, VT where a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St, Mary's Cemetery, in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Burlington Health and Rehab Recreational Therapy Department, 300 Pearl Street, Burlington, VT 05401.
Richard Alden Colburn, Jr.
....show , 58, of East Charleston, VT, passed away suddenly on August 14, 2014 in Newport, VT. He was born on November 3, 1955 in Newport, VT to Richard Colburn, Sr. and the late Alta (Allbee) Colburn. On July 4, 1998 he married Diane Nielsen-Hogge who survives him.
Richard retired from Ethan Allen Manufacturing after nearly 40 years of service. He was a member of the Plymouth Congregational Church and life member of the Charleston Historical Society. He was also sexton of the Charleston Cemetery, working with his dad for over 30 years, and a strong supporter of his wife’s dancing school, North Country School of Dance.
Richard served as a fence viewer for the Town of Charleston and as a past member of the East Charleston Fire Dept. He and Diane vacationed in Maine many times. Richard enjoyed gardening and was especially proud of his potato garden. An excellent marksman, he looked forward to deer season every year. He also repaired and sold chain saws. Richard was an avid snowmobiler in the winter and enjoyed bike riding in the summer. Always full of humor, he brought smiles and laughter to everyone he knew. A strong supporter of his big family, Richard always gave a helping hand, as a Good Samaritan to all. He loved to cut firewood and spend time in the forest. He enjoyed his dogs Hunter and Lulu, along with his cats. He took pride in maintaining his antique Mercury Montego.
Richard is survived by his wife Diane L. Colburn of East Charleston, VT; by his children: Jennifer Turgeon and her husband Tom, David Colburn and his wife Alma, Jamie Colburn and her companion Jason Brochu, Sarah Leah Colburn and her companion Damon Jones, and by his step-daughter Krista Grenier. Richard is also survived by his father Richard Colburn, Sr. of East Charleston, VT; by his sister Grace Frizzell of East Charleston, VT, by his mother-in-law Marie Nielsen; by his grandchildren: Martina and Shania Turgeon, Caden Colburn and Leo Colburn; by his sister-in-law Carolyn Cesare and his brother-in-law Julius Cesare; and by the following nieces and nephews: Amy and Fred Sherlaw, Dan and Alicia Frizzell, Mike and Marina Cesare, Mark and Jenn Cesare, and Matt and Patsy Cesare.He was predeceased by his brother-in-law Kenneth Frizzell.
Friends may call from 4-7 P.M. on Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday August 20, 2014 at the Plymouth Congregational Church in East Charleston with the Rev. Stuart Brush officiating. Interment will follow in Hillside Cemetery, East Charleston, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Charleston Historical Society, or to the Charleston Fire Department or to the Plymouth Congregational Church all in care of Diane Colburn, 542 Twin Bridges Road, West Charleston, VT 05872.
Dolores M. Tinker
....show , 75, of Orleans, VT passed away on August 14, 2014 at her daughter’s home in Barton, VT. She was born March 24, 1939 in Barnston, Quebec to Ovide and Irene (Viens) Ducharme. Dolores liked to travel, cook, knit, crochet, and take care of her flowers. She especially enjoyed feeding the birds and watching wildlife around her home. Her family enjoyed her homemade strawberry-rhubarb pies. She is survived by her children: Eugene Tinker and his significant other Stephanie Gee of New Ipswich, NH, Susan Cloutier and her husband Michael of Barton, VT, and Homer Tinker of Brownington, VT,and by her significant other Paul Montague of Orleans, VT, by her grandchildren: Rebecca and her husband Chad Saari, Samantha Tinker, Zachary Tinker, Christopher Wells and his significant other Jamie Pell, Geromy Wells, and Alexandria Cloutier, by her great grandchildren: Tommy, Geno and Paige Saari, Avah Frasca, Joshua, Brooke and Melanie Wells, and Jazmin Wells. She is also survived by her brother and sisters: Paul Ducharme of Leesburg, FL, Lucille LeBlanc and her husband Louis of Clinton, MA, Georgette Stratton and her husband George of Beebe, Que and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by the following brothers: Gerard, Leo, and Claude Ducharme.
Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Tuesday August 19, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Wednesday August 20, 2014 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans, VT with the Rev. Timothy Naples celebrating a mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in Pleasantview Cemetery, Orleans. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or to the Orleans Essex V.N.A. and Hospice, Inc, 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855.
William (Bill) Bernard Curtis, Jr
....show , 78, of Newport, VT passed away on August 13, 2014 in Newport, VT. He was born on August 23, 1935 in Newport to William and Elizabeth (LaPlante) Curtis, Sr. On June 5, 1959 he married Marilyn Willey who survives him.
He graduated from Newport High School in 1953 and entered the United States Army in 1955 and was honorably discharged in 1957. “Bill” was a self employed mason contractor for over 45 years. He took great pride in his work and did projects all over Vermont, New Hampshire and Iowa. In 1974 he moved the entire family to Hartley and Spencer Iowa where they resided for two years. Upon his return to Vermont he purchashed the land that is now the Newport Car Wash and Poulos Insurance. He developed the car wash property mostly by himself and also had an ice cream stand at the current Poulos Insurance location for many years. He also established Northern Canoe in which he took great pride in building canoes and kayaks. Early in life he was a lineman and an auto body repairman. His last job was at the Jay Peak Resort where he was a maintenance person. His hobbies included hunting, snowmobiling and ice fishing.
He is survived by his wife Marilyn Curtis of Newport, VT, by his children: Clark Curtis and his wife Linda of Newport, VT, and Bernard Curtis of Newport, VT and by his grandchildren: Adam Curtis and his wife Suzanne of South Burlington, VT, Spencer Curtis and Faith Curtis both of Newport, VT. He was about to be a great grandfather in a few weeks. He is also survived by his sister Dorothy Monfette and her husband Paul of Newport, VT and by several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sisters : Vivian, Shirley, Alice and Gladys (Red).
Funeral services will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Monday August 18, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday August 18, 2014 from 5:00 P.M. until the hour of the funeral. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Jessie T. Bennett
....show , 88, of North Troy, VT passed away on August 12, 2014 at her home. She was born on June 29, 1926 in Bridgeport, CT to Nicholas and Rosa (LaPiccarella) Tassielli. Jessie was a retired Registered Nurse. She is survived by her children: Beverly Maxfield of North Troy, VT, and Byron Wickham, Jr of Port St. Lucie, FL, by her grandchildren Jay Wickham, Opal Stewart, and Jayson Maxfield and by 3 great grandchildren. Services will be held in Florida at the convenience of the family.
Wright “BD” Warren Clark
....show , 63, passed away on August 11, 2014 at his home in Island Pond. He was born March 2, 1951 in Burlington, VT to the late Lois (Johnson) Clark and Marvin Clark. For most of his adult life he operated the beautiful family farm, known as Riverhill Farm in Williston. He carried on the tradition of farming being the seventh generation, on a farm that has been in the family since 1835 and is still operating today. In 2007 he decided to retire to the peace and quiet of the Northeast Kingdom and chose Island Pond as his home. He had many friends and will be missed by all. His quick wit, his gift of knowing the land, and the skill he brought to the art of farming will not be forgotten by those who knew him. He leaves his much loved daughter and son-in-law Cameron and Bryan Harrington, a grandson Riley, and a sister and brother-in-law Ann and Bernie Comeau. We also want to mention his good friend, Chad Owen who would always check in on him and who shared his love of the area. He was predeceased by his daughter Chelsea. A memorial gathering will be held at the family farm on Gov. Chittenden Road in Williston on Saturday August 16, 2014 from 2-4 P.M. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Lyndon Ambulance, 114 Vail Drive, Lyndonville, VT 05851.
Louisa Morse Dustan Levine
....show , 99, of Craftsbury Common, VT, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2014 in Morrisville, VT. She was born on October 21, 1914 in Craftsbury, VT to William and Helen (Paterson) Dustan. In 1940 she married Emanuel Levine who predeceased her.
Mrs. Levine graduated from Craftsbury Academy in 1932 and in 1934 from the Dental Hygienist program at the University of Syracuse. She was a dental assistant at the Veterans Administration in Orange, New Jersey where she retired in 1979. She was a volunteer at the Craftsbury Public Library up until the time of her death. She was a veracious reader of American History, splendid cook, and enjoyed gardening, flowers and life.
She is survived by her children: Charles Levine of Oceanside, CA, and Laura Noble of Bay Village, Ohio. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Aron Tavakoli, David Levine, Sam Noble, and Hannah Noble and by her great grandson Henry Tavakoli.
Funeral services were held at 4:00 P.M. on Monday August 11, 2014 at the United Church of Craftsbury Common with the Rev. Alan Parker officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at the Craftsbury Common Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Craftsbury Public Library, Attention : Susan O’Connell, P. O. Box 74, Craftsbury Common, VT 05827.
Lionel A. Fontaine
....show , 74, of Barton, VT passed away on August 9, 2014 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 4, 1940 in Weedon, Quebec to Albini and Jeanne (Gauthier) Fontaine. On October 20, 1962 he married Laurette LaMadeleine who survives him.
Lionel was employed for Rodd’s Roofing in St. Johnsbury, VT for 42 years. He loved watching NASCAR and his favorite driver Jeff Gordon. He liked to putter around the house and was always available to give a helping hand to family and friends. He was a quiet person who had a charming smile that affected all who he came into contact with.
He is survived by his wife Laurette Fontaine of Barton, VT, by his children Lisa Hansen and her friend Dave, Monica Menard and her husband Tony, Kim Blanchard and her husband Rick, daughter-in-laws Reene Fontaine and Tammi Hodgdon. He was predeceased by two sons Michael Fontaine and Mark Fontaine.
He is survived by his grandchildren: Billy Hansen and his friend Becky, Samantha Fortin and her husband Mark, Fawn Coderre and her husband Roland, Michael Fontaine, Anthony Menard, Mark Fontaine, Alex Menard, Brianna Fontaine, Tyler Blanchard, Abigail Blanchard, and Isabelle Blanchard.
He is also survived by his great grandchildren: Alex, April, and Jason Coderre and Parker Fortin. He is survived by his siblings: Gerard Fontaine and his wife Helen, Ronnie Fontaine, Real Fontaine and his wife Rose, Marcel Fontaine and his friend Sharon, Noella Roy and her husband Raymond, Peggy Collins and her husband Lee, Aline LaMadeleine, and Diane Mudgett and her husband Mark and also by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers Leonard and Alan Fontaine and by his sister Nicole.
At Lionel’s request there will be no services. Family and friends are welcome to visit his family at his home to share their memories and condolences.
Leo J. Desautels
....show , 94, of Holland, VT passed away peacefully on August 9, 2014 in Lebanon, NH. He was born on November 26, 1919 in St. Theodore d’ActonVale, Quebec to Omer and Yvonne (Dion) Desautels. In 1950 he married the former Claire St. Amand who predeceased him on July 8, 2006. Leo was a carpenter during his lifetime and was employed by Union Local 397. His hobbies included playing cards, he enjoyed his garden and was very proud of it, loved family gatherings, he built the first drive thru McDonald’s in CT, and was a big fan of professional wrestling.
He is survived by his children: Robert Desautels and his wife Ginny of Plainville, CT, Richard Desautels and his wife Carrie of Morgan, VT, Rita Landry and her husband Jeannot of Holland, VT, and Ronald Desautels and his wife Robin of Lebanon, Maine, 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, by his siblings: Gilles Desautels of Richford, VT, Jean-Noel Desautels of Richford, VT, Laurent Desautels of Texas, Albert Desautels of Enosburg Falls, VT, Germaine and Jacqueline both of Cananda and by his half sister Marthe of MA, and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by the following brothers and sisters: Florian, Marcel, Germain, and Andre, Yvette, Laurette, Laurencia and Lucienne.
Friends may call from 5-8 P.M. on Wednesday August 13, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday August 14, 2014 at the Church of God, Crawford Road in Derby, VT with the Rev. Laurence Wall officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Church of God, 295 Crawford Road, Derby, VT 05829.
Mahlon "George" Allen Jr.
....show went to heaven on August 7, 2014 to meet his wife Claudette who pre deceased him in 2008 and his father Mahlon who pre deceased him in 1992 and Papa Neil who pre deceased him in 2008, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy Keoppen of Leesburg, Fl. His sisters Deby (Gabe) Lutterschmidt of Oakwood,IL and Corrina Allen of Tampa, Fl. His sons Jason Allen of Barre and Shaun (Misty) Allen of Craftsbury. 6 grandchildren, Matthew, Nicholas,Natalie,Lillian,McKenzie,Devin Allen. Several nieces and nephews. One great nephew, Damien Burns and special niece Amber Martin.
George was an avid hunter, golfer and horseshoe player. He enjoyed traveling to Florida, taking cruises and spending time with close friends and family. His love for his children and grandchildren was evident in their return of love and support during his life. He was known as a friendly and caring man, always willing to help anyone that asked or those that didn't. His life's work of Forestry Management was one of his passions. Whether it was cutting firewood or working closely with a forester to help preserve the beautiful Vermont forests, it was hard and labor intensive but he was dedicated on even his worse days. His Custom Baseball Bats gave many professional athletes the opportunity to experience his craftsmanship. He was a member of the Amvets,NRA, and Copely Golf Association where he mentored many young golfers during his time spent there, sharing his passion and expertise.
Visiting hours will be on Friday August 8,2014 at 5 through 9pm at Curtis-Britch & Davis funeral home Craftsbury Common, Craftsbury, Vt. Funeral services will be held on Saturday August 9, 2014 at 11:00 am at Our Lady of Fatima, Craftsbury,Vermont. Father Claverlito Migrino will lead the Mass of Christian burial. Immediately following will be the burial at East Craftsbury Cemetery in East Craftsbury, Vermont.
The family would like to express special thanks to the VFW of Hyde Park, Orleans County Home Health and Hospice, Copley Critical Care nurses, Father Previe, for their exceptionally loving care. Craftsbury Outdoor center, The General Store and C Village store and all of the many friends and family for all of their help, support and food to the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses and to provide a college fund for his grandchildren. Contributions may be sent to Shaun Allen, 451 Hines Rd, Craftsbury, Vt. 05826.
Beverly (Becky) R. Emerson
....show , 54, of St. Petersburg, FL passed away suddenly on August 3, 2014 in St. Petersburg. She was born August 12, 1959 in Putnam, CT to Charles and Beverly (Carey) Pezanko Sr. Becky was employed at one time at the Sel Bar Weaving, Hedma and Vermont Teddy Bear. Her hobbies included, crocheting, four wheeling, fishing, camping, playing cards, watching football and NASCAR, listening to Country Music and she also enjoyed the company of her grandchildren and everyone around her.
She is survived by her parents: Charles Pezanko Sr. of Attawagan Ct, Beverly Pezanko and Richard Pellerin of Brooklyn, Ct. She is survived by her children: Christy Kirsch and her husband Brian of North Troy, VT, Jason Emerson, and his wife Nichole of Newport Center, VT, by her grandchildren: Brian II and Christopher Kirsch, Kaylee and Alexis Emerson, by her brother Charles Pezanko II of Killingly, CT, by her sister Patricia Leclerc of Pomfret Ct, nephews: James Warner, his wife Sarah, Charles Pezanko III, Zachary Leclerc all of CT, she is also survived by her companion and Life Partner Marc Pouliot of St. Petersburg, FL, by his son Kyle, by her dog Tucker, extended family and friends.
A gathering for family and friends will be held at the Eastside Restaurant on Saturday August 30, 2014 from 12-2:00 P.M.
Should friends desire, contributions for a memorial garden for Becky in the form of Shrubs, trees, perennials, or gift cards would be greatly appreciated in care of Christy Kirsch, 1758 U S Route 101, North Troy, VT 05859.
Francis Oliver Monfette
....show , 89, of Orleans, VT, died peacefully with his family at his side on Wednesday August 13, 2014 in Newport, VT. He was born on June 27, 1925 in Newport to Levi and Eva (Elie) Monfette.
On February 10, 1950 he married the love of his life Florence (Picard) Monfette.
He was a man of all talents. As a young man he worked many jobs, including working on the railroad, painting, 25 years at Ethan Allen and retired there. He then went back following his retirement as a night watchman for many years. He was a true family man and a very dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was the matriarch of the family.
He is survived by his wife, Florence Monfette of Orleans, VT, by his children: Brian Monfette and his wife Rhonda of Orleans, VT, Debbie Monfette of Irasburg, VT and her partner Craig Hankins of Barton, VT, and Steve Monfette of Orleans, VT, by his grandchildren: Sonya Sackett and her fiancé Jason Hale of Albany, VT, Tosha Wilcox of Irasburg, VT, Angela Carlin and her husband Raymond of Irasburg VT, Tonya Hackett and her husband Richie of Newport, VT, Renee Monfette of Orleans and her friend Todd Larose of Eden, VT, by his great grandchildren: Shania Hayes and Zachary Hale of Albany, VT, Breanne Silvestro of Barton, VT, Hunter Carlin of Irasburg, VT, and Donnie Kontoes, Jr of Irasburg, VT, by his sister Betty Keement and her husband Anthony of Virginia and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter Lori Ann Monfette, by five sisters: Shirley Amyot, Evelyn Day, Gladys Kelley, Winifred Stevens, and Alfreda Bowen and by his brother Raymond Shackett.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday August 21, 2014 at ST. Mary’s Cemetery in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Ronald Holland Dialysis Center, in care of North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855.
Gaetan (Gate) Yvon De La Bruere
....show , 50 of Coventry, VT passed away suddenly on August 2, 2014 in Derby, Vermont.
He was born on September 7, 1963 in Newport, Vermont, and was the beloved son of John and Helena (Perron) De La Bruere. After graduating from North Country Union High School in 1981 and New Hampshire Vocational Technical College in 1983, Gaetan entered the family business and worked for his father as a Master Electrician at Newport Electric. In 1989 he left to formulate Gate’s Electric, Inc. with business partner Dennis Lantagne.
Outside of work, Gaetan enjoyed teaching, including classes for aspiring electricians at the North Country Career Center. He was also fond of the outdoors, spending most weekends on the lake or in the forest. A proud father, Gaetan never missed an opportunity to cheer on his children at the rink, on the track, or at the field.
Gaetan was happiest when he was helping people. His children called him “Superman” because he would always drop whatever he was doing to come to the rescue. When a friend or family member was in need, Gaetan was always the first person to call on. He always said his purpose in life was to lighten the burdens of others, and it was a purpose fulfilled.
Members of the community likely met Gaetan on a late night call to restore power and keep their families warm, or giving light to their new dream home. He brought warmth and light into every life he touched, and he will be sorely missed.
Gaetan is survived by his sons, Mitchell, Collin, and Spencer, the mother of his children, Carla, and his beloved granddaughters, Gabrielle and Lily. He is also survived by his parents John and Helena Delabruere; brothers Alain and wife Irene and their children Alaina, Olivia, Donovan, Aaron; Bert and friend Katrina and his children Kyle and Lori; and his sister Louise Whipple and husband Don and their children Jonathan and Sydney. Gaetan had a special friendship with Robert Desrochers and Daniele Simpson, Richard and Louise Bouffard and their children, his business partner Dennis Lantagne and his wife Annette, and his dear friend Sheila McFarlane.
Calling hours will be held at Curtis Britch Converse Rushford Funeral Home, on 4670 Darling Hill Road on Thursday, August 7 from 6:00 to 10:00 P.M. Funeral services will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Friday, August 8 at 11:00 A.M. Reception will follow at the Derby Elks Club. Gaetan will be interred in a private family service at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to a trust for the benefit of his grandchildren at Passumpsic Savings Bank on 1 Gardner Street , Newport, VT 05855
Carol G. McMullen
....show , 75, of Morgan, VT passed away on August 1, 2014, in Burlington surrounded by her family, after a lengthy struggle with cancer. She was the daughter of Samuel and Grace (Taylor) Curtis of Morgan. She was born in Yarmouth, MA and moved to VT with her family when she was young, graduating from Newport High School in 1957.
Carol worked as a receptionist for 28 years at Northeast Kingdom Mental Health, retiring from there in 2002 and started working as a medical transcriptionist at NC Hospital until her surgery in January of 2013. She loved being with her children and grandchildren and made sure they knew they could rely on her for anything. She enjoyed going to visit relatives in Cape Cod, going to baseball games, watching the Red Sox, fishing, shopping, gambling, knitting, baking and feeding wildlife.
She is survived by four children: James Millett of Brownington, Cam Green and her partner, Ramiro of Derby, Robin Scott and husband Ed of Richmond, and Bud McMullen and wife Jocelyn of Morgan. Her precious grandchildren include Dylan Doane, Courtney Millett, JJ Millett, Sasha Green, Sawyer Green, Saigelyn Green, Christopher Martel, Ian Martel, Isabel Scott, Brooke McMullen and Autumn McMullen as well as one great-grandchild, Kaylee Farnsworth. Her siblings include Bud Curtis and wife Helen of Texas, Philip Curtis and wife Susan of MA, Nancy Green, Craig Curtis, and David Curtis and their spouses, all of VT. She leaves several cousins, nieces, nephews and special friends, Shirley Lutz (cousin) of Cape Cod, Iola Barnard of Morgan, and Lisa Burke of Coventry. She was predeceased by her parents, Samuel and Grace Curtis and a brother Paul Curtis.
There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at 1:00 at Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. In lieu of flowers, friends are welcome to donate to the Carol McMullen Memorial Fund, Community National Bank, which contributes to her grandchildren’s college expenses.
Arthur Henry Connolly
....show , 76, of Brownington, VT passed away suddenly on August 1, 2014 at his home. He was born June 11, 1938 in Sullivan, NH to Henry and Emily (Bernier) Connolly. On June 1, 1988 he married Marcia Jacobs who survives him
Arthur was a self employed logger and farmer. He was an avid lover of horse pulling. He was a member of the Eastern Draft Pulling Association and the Northeast Kingdom Pulling Association. He enjoyed shooting his guns, hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his wife Marcia Connolly of Brownington, VT, by his children: Steven Connolly of Winchester, NH, and Lynn Bodo and her husband Todd of Moosup, CT, by several grand and great grandchildren, by his siblings: Roland Fontaine of Cannan, NH, Don Connolly of Northfield, VT, and Henry Connolly and his companion Jane Stone of Brookfield, VT, Pauline Menard and Deb Shambo both of ST. Petersburg, FL and Mildred Henderson of He was predeceased by a son Arthur Connolly, and by three brothers: ED, Bob, and Ron.
A celebration of his life will be held at the Barton Fair Grounds on August 16, 2014 at the horse pulling arena starting at 3:00 PM. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Tonya A. (Marcoux) Graves
....show , 37, of Island Pond, VT passed away suddenly on July 31, 2014 in Morgan, VT. She was born on August 13, 1976 to Joseph and Lise (Archambault) Marcoux. Tonya graduated from North Country Union High School in the class of 1995. She worked at Tivoly in Derby Line and Poulin Lumber in Derby. Vt. Her hobbies included drawing, camping, fishing, and playing music especially the guitar and keyboard.
She is survived by her children : Zachary Hawkins of Island Pond, VT, Julia Graves of Holland, VT, Ethan Graves of Holland, VT, and Noah Twofoot of Brownington, VT, by her mother Lise Archambault and her companion Percy Lagasse of Derby, VT, by her father Joseph Marcoux and his wife Carol of Newport Center, VT, and her brother Shannon Marcoux and his wife Teresa of Cabot, VT, and numerous, Aunts, Uncles and cousins.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friend desire, contributions in her memory may be made to Lise Archambault, in care of the Community Bank, P.O.Box 455, Derby Line, VT 05830, for a Fund for her children.
Mary E. Ruggieri
....show , 48, of West Charleston, VT, passed away on July 28, 2014 in Lebanon, NH. She was born on January 7, 1966 in Newport, VT to Gilbert and Linda (Murphy) Hill. She graduated from North Country Union High School in the class of 1984 and was on the National Honor Society. She attended Lyndon State College. Mary enjoyed doing craft work, gardening, house keeping, and collecting antiques.
She is survived by her children: Travis Bartley and his wife Johanna, Logan Bartley and his fiancé Mariah Goodell, VT and Drew Bartley all of Derby, VT, and by her parents Gilbert and Linda Hill of Lowell, VT.
She is also survived by her grandchildren Madyson, Colton, Denver, and Paislee. She is survived by her sisters: Lisa Pion of Lowell, VT, and Erin Oeschger of Derby, VT, by her boyfriend Randy Sheltra of West Charleston, VT, and by several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
James L. Aldrich
....show , 78, of Derby, VT, passed away on July 27, 2014 surrounded by friends and family.
He was born on the family farm in Derby on August 25, 1935 to Ira and Beatrice (Coutts) Aldrich. Jim married a local girl, Joyce French of Rock Island, QC in 1964 and for the past 50 years, they have lived on the family farm.
Jim was one of Jehovah's Witnesses and was very active in the local congregation as well as in their building construction program. He enjoyed sharing his beliefs with others and especially liked talking about the future.
He was a "jack of all trades" and had a wide variety of interests such as farming, operating his sawmill, wood working, gardening and sitting on the front porch with family and friends. He kept up with the "neighborhood news" and enjoyed having visitors and meeting new people.
Jim was the oldest of 5 children and leaves behind his daughter Leah and his siblings: Bob Aldrich and his wife Betty of Derby; Dean and his wife Chris of Orleans, and Beatrice (Sister) Nelson and her husband Roger of Derby; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, younger brother Bill, grand-dog Dakota and his wife.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00p.m. on Thursday, August 7, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling HIll Road, Newport. Friends may call at the Funeral Home on Thursday August 7, 2014 from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the service.
Contributions to Derby Line Ambulance, in care of Brian Fletcher P.O.Box 105, Derby Line, VT 05830.
Monique Prevost Quirion
....show , 86, of Coventry, VT passed away peacefully on July 27, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 10, 1928 in St. Victor de’Beauce, Quebec to Benoni and Delina (Doyon) Prevost. On May 28, 1952 she married Marcel Quirion who predeceased her on October 31, 1985.
Marcel and Monique owned and operated the family dairy farm in Coventry and they also owned and operated the former Royal Restaurant in Newport, and the Newport Redemption Center. She was also a cook for Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton, VT for 11 years. She was also an excellent seamstress along with many other hobbies, knitting, crocheting, gardening, embroidery, making all sorts of crafts, baking and cooking. Her entire life was devoted to the Lord and to her loving family. Monique was an active member of the Daughters of Isabella since 1954 and St. Mary Star of Sea Catholic Church.
She is survived by her children: Helene Chilafoux and her husband Rance of Coventry, VT, Louis Quirion and his wife Leigh of New Haven, CT, Luc Quirion and his wife Rhonda of Newport, VT, Roger Quirion and his wife Christine of Holland, VT, Julie Carrier and her husband Peter of Coventry, VT and Robert Quirion and his wife Tracie of Coventry, VT and by her grandchildren: Alan Desroches and his wife Lisa of Coventry, VT, Nicole Brewer and her husband Jim of North Troy VT, Gilles Gentley and his wife Sarah of Hardwick, VT, Jeff Gentley and his wife Angie of Waterbury, VT, Andrew Ouimette of Newport, VT, Erica Ouimette of Newport, VT, Erin Yarborough and her husband Trey of Michigan, Jennifer Davis and her husband Jeremy of Derby Line, VT, Michael Quirion and his wife Moira of Newport, VT, Kyle Quirion of Plymouth, NH, Alisha Clark and her husband Drew of Burlington, VT, Ann Harnish and her husband Joe of West Lebanon, NH, Eric Carrier and his wife Heather of Lisbon, NH, Marc Quirion of Coventry, and Patric Quirion of Coventry, VT and by numerous great grandchildren, Her siblings: Leandre Prevost of St. Thomas Daquin, Que, Leonard Prevost of Beloeil, Que, Hugues Prevost of Longueil, Que, Theresa Plante of Newport, VT, Claire Charpentier of St. Hyacinthe, Que. And by her son-in-law Rock Desroches and his wife Judy of Irasburg Vt. She was predeceased by her son Gilles Quirion on July 13, 1974, her daughter Suzanne Desroches on December 30, 1998 and by her son-in-law Roger Ouimette on April 24, 2004 and by her siblings: Alban Prevost, Jean-Marc Prevost, Gerard Prevost, Yolande Beaudoin, Marilouis Prevost, and Patrick Prevost.
Friends may call on Thursday July 31, 2014 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday August 1, 2014 at St. Mary’s Star of Sea Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Association of VT, 300 Corner Stone Drive, Suite 128, Williston, VT 05495 or to The Meeting Place, P.O. Box 250, Newport, VT 05855.
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Karen Jayne Lucas
....show , 57. She left this world on July 26 at her home in Derby Line, VT.
Karen was born on May 22, 1957 in Newport, VT to Stella Lorimer and Clive” Henry” McCormick. She is survived by two children: Rhonda Lucas of Derby Line, VT, and Sara Merrill and her husband Randy of West Charleston, VT and by her siblings: John Wilson and his wife Janis of Newport, VT, Joy Wallace and her husband Danny of Ontario, Canada, Dawn Perry and her husband Kevin of Derby, VT, Danny and Kevin McCormick both of Goshen, NH and Terry McCormick of Swanzey, NH and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister Janice Keet in 2001.
Karen was a kind, caring and selfless woman. Filled with compassion and kindness she touched those around her. There is nothing Karen would not do for someone. Her generosity extended beyond those she knew and loved
Her spirit is carried on by two daughters, four wonderful grand-children and six siblings. She will be reunited with her father, mother, and sister Janice. Her heart was full of love for her grand-children.
Karen loved watching her granddaughter Zoe perform. She was there opening night of Oliver and was blown away by how her beautiful granddaughter graced the stage.
Karen was so proud of the hard working young man Andrew was becoming. She looked forward to the afternoons that she would sit and watch Andrew mow her lawn then enjoy take out from China Moon.
Karen was Logan’s biggest fan at all his sporting events. Always bragging about his athletic accomplishments and abilities.
Karen enjoyed taking her youngest grandchild, Lila “shopping shopping shopping”!
Unlike so many in this world, she gave more than she took.. We should all strive to make the world a kinder more happy place the way Karen did.
Karen will be deeply missed by her co-workers at Revision.
She was a friend everyone wished they could have.
In life she was an example of what humanity can be and with her passing we must all spread kindness and love.
Funeral services will be held at 5:00 P.M. on Thursday July 31, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport with the Rev. Robert Cargill officiating.
Georgette E. Tetreault
....show , 84, of Derby, VT passed away peacefully on July 26, 2014 in Derby, VT. She was born on August 12, 1929 in Newport, VT to Henry and Anna (Fecteau) Lessard. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1947. Georgette worked many years as a Dental Assistant in the area which was very rewarding since she enjoyed meeting and helping people. Her main joys in life were her children, family, and friends that she kept close her entire life. They were all cherished by her. Her hobbies included gardening, entertaining, cross country skiing, traveling with her friends, picking apples in the fall, and cooking for family gatherings. Georgette was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Troy, a former member of the Ladies Alter Society, Ladies First for Breast Cancer, Home Dem and at one time she taught CCD classes.
She is survived by her children: Patricia Laber and her husband Scott of Derby, VT, Susan Keysar and her husband Scott of Derby, VT, Thomas Tetreault and his wife Mary of Newport Center, VT, Margaret Derick and her husband Michael of Newport, VT, and Richard Tetreault and his wife Susan of Newport Center, VT, 12 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, by her siblings: Norbert Lessard and his wife Rita of Derby, VT, Sister Henriette Lessard of Littleton, NH, Eleanor Test and her husband Gene of FL, and Jeannine Lessard of Morrisville, VT and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by 5 brothers: Paul, Dominique, John, Philip, and Jules Lessard and by two sisters: Laurence Lessard and Rita (Sister Rose Helen).
Friends may call on Friday August 1, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, from 9:00-A.M.- 10:00 A.M. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday August 1, 2014 at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Troy with the Rev. Yvon Royer celebrating a mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Lowell, VT. Should friends desire contributions in her memory may be made to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Ladies Alter Society, 130 South Pleasant St, Troy, VT 05868.
Ronald Baker McKenny
....show passed away on July 25, 2014 in Newport, Vermont at age 75 following a long illness. Son of Gordon and Dorothy (Baker) McKenny, he was born in Newport on October 30, 1938 and attended Newport Schools. Upon graduation in 1956, he attended Tilton School, Mitchell College and the University of Vermont before joining the VT Air National Guard in 1962. After his training, he joined the two-family business of CS Emery & Company, Customs Brokers on the northern Vermont border. In 1964, he married Sandra L. Haselton and raised their family in Newport, where they lived together for most of their 49 year marriage.
Ron was probably the longest continuous member of Newport Country Club (NCC) [1952-2013]. He was a young teenager when he began his lifelong love/hate relationship with the game of golf. As an adult, he served on the NCC Board of Directors and as President during the clubhouse reconstruction in 1993. He was honored in 2010, when they named him to Newport Country Club’s Honor Roll.
One of his favorite days of the year was the NCC Family Day; an annual golf tournament that was played every July 4th. The original McKenny Team grew to an extended group of 15-20 "family" members over the years. He enjoyed the countless hours organizing the group, making sure that each of the family teams was balanced and fair.
In addition to being a golfer, Ron loved a great book and was a voracious reader. He read several novels each week and had previously been a trustee and Board of Director President of the Goodrich Memorial Library in Newport for many years.
Ron was an avid and devoted Red Sox fan, going as far as listening to games on the radio while fishing and then later finishing up watching it at home on tv after the fish were caught (or not!). Throughout his life he alternately cheered and lamented their annual journey toward the Pennant Race.
Ron possessed a great sense of humor and unique style of writing. He wrote many letters and later emails to newspapers, friends and family, always open and honest with a flair that was enjoyed by all.
Family was of utmost importance to him. One of the highlights of his later life was the visits from his twin granddaughters. When they weren't badgering him to read to them, they were beating him at cards. Rummy was a particular favorite. Annual trips with family and life long friends to the Wells Beach area of Maine for lobsters and steamers was the highlight of every summer, and was a tradition that he always looked forward to. Upon his retirement in 1993, Ron and Sandy spent their winter months in Vero Beach, Florida, making many new friends, enjoying the sunshine and new golf partners.
Ron is survived by his wife Sandra, daughters Heather Menard and wife, Sara LaBarre of Milton, VT, and Alicia Hanrahan, her husband Doug, and their children Serena and Bailey of Randolph, VT. He also leaves a brother, Douglas McKenny and his wife Sara of Newport Town, and sister-in-law, Jean McKenny of Derby, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, and brother, Stanley McKenny.
Friends may call from 4-6 P.M. on Tuesday July 29, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday July 30, 2014 with the Rev. Richard Whitehill officiating.
In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute in his memory to the Goodrich Memorial Library, 222 Main Street, Newport, VT 05855, The Junior Golf Program at Newport Country Club, 590 Mt. Vernon Street, Newport, VT 05855, or the charity of their choice.
Lucille M. Kinerson
....show , 82, of Irasburg, VT passed away on July 21, 2014 in Newport, VT. She was born on September 9, 1931 in Sheldon, VT to Albert and Ida (Jutras) Menard. Lucille was a supervisor for housekeeping at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton for many years. She enjoyed her family and family gatherings. She loved to watch the red sox.
She is survived by her children: Michelle McCormick and her husband Mac of Barton, VT, Jeff Roy of Irasburg, VT, and James Roy and his wife Susan of Fairfax, VT. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Amy and Steph of Warren, VT, Chad and Amanda of Coventry, VT, Brian and Karen of Orleans, VT, Andrew and Michael of Montpelier, VT, Zachary and Michael of Fairfax, VT, by great grandchildren: Christopher, Keaton, Maggie, Graydon, and Bryce.
She is also survived by her siblings: Gerald Menard of CA, Daniel Menard of Fairfield, VT, Ruth Brousseau of CA, Hortence Vanslette of Highgate, VT, and Anita Paradee of Enosburg, VT, and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sons Stephen and Larry, by two brothers Furman and Pete and by two sisters: Marion and Minnie.
Friends may call from 5-7 P.M. on Thursday July 24, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday July 25, 2014 at the St. John’s Baptist Catholic Church in Enosburg, VT with the Rev. Charbonneau celebrating a mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. John’s Baptist Cemetery, Enosburg, VT.
Niles A. L. (Sonny) Bean
....show , 81, of North Troy, VT passed away suddenly on July 20, 2014 in Newport, VT. He was born on May 31, 1933 in Newport, VT to Niles and Constance (Rocheleau) Bean. On October 13, 1956 he married Yolande Roberts who survives him.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Niles was a lineman for Citizens Utilities where he retired from after 37 years of service.
Sonny was a member of the North Troy American Legion Post 28. and the N.R.A. He loved to hunt and fish. He also enjoyed taking care of his yard and enjoyed watching the birds come to his feeders. He loved watching his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren play sports and he followed their progress at award ceremonies for all sports as well as academics.
He is survived by his wife Yolande Bean of North Troy, VT, by his children: Robin Hamel of North Troy, VT, Tina Pare and her husband Michael of WY, Julie Healy and her husband Michael of Barton, VT, and Kim Cole of Derby, VT. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Josh and Travis Bean, Michael Pare, Jr and his wife Lila, DeAnna Chaveze and her husband Steven, Brian Pare and his wife Tiffany, Courtney and Justin Healy, and Tabitha Cole. He is survived by his sisters: Noami Chaffee, and Joyce Pray and her husband Ronald, and by his sister-in-law Judy Bean and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Norman Bean.
Funeral services will be held on Monday July 28, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in North Troy where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Full military honors will be held. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church Paint Fund, 18 North Pleasant St, North Troy, VT 05859.
Helen L. Corliss
....show , 74, of Island Pond, VT passed away on July 20, 2014 in Newport, VT. She was born on August 16, 1939 in Portland, Maine. She was raised by Joseph and Bernice Daniels of Island Pond, VT. She graduated from Brighton High School. She was employed by Columbia Forest Products where she retired after 39 years of work in 2001.
Helen enjoyed Red Sox baseball, bowling, and she was an avid reader.
She was predeceased by Joseph and Bernice Daniels, sister Roena Daniels Gray, brother-in-law Sonny Gray, biological sister Florence Mancini and life-long friends Marilyn Page and Sheila Joyal.
Surviving relatives are many nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday July 26, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. at the Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond with the Rev. Alan Magoon officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, Inc, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
Gertrude (Tifft)-Handy Bergeron
....show , 95, of North Troy, VT passed away on July 17, 2014 in Newport, VT. She was born on April 29, 1919 in Bennington, VT to Levi and Veda (McWain) Tifft. On October 4, 1958 she married Clovis Bergeron who survives her.
Gertrude was a fabulous cook, enjoyed knitting and putting puzzles together. She was a member of the American Legion Post 28 of North Troy.
She is survived by her husband Clovis Bergeron of North Troy, VT, by her children: Richard Handy and his wife Elizabeth of North Troy, VT, Helen Goodner of Iola, Kansas, and Kenneth Bergeron Sr. and his wife Denise of Derby, VT, 21 grandchildren and several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren and by several nieces and nephews.
She married her first husband Robert Handy on October 15, 1937 who predeceased her on August 13, 1957, she was also predeceased by her son Louis Handy, by her brothers Kenneth and Carroll Tifft and by her sister Helen Gillis. A graveside service will be held on Thursday July 31, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. at the Troy Village Cemetery with the Rev. Laurence Wall officiating.
Susan E. Oneill
....show , 56, of Troy, VT passed away on July 17, 2014 in Burlington, VT. She was born September 29, 1957 in Lynn, MA to William Oneill and the late Elizabeth (Tufts) Oneill. On June 3, 2008 she married David Corliss.
Susan graduated from Danvers High School, Danvers, MA. She was currently employed by Copely Hospital as a medical coder. She loved her dogs, Cooper, Shambo and Bailey.
She is survived by her husband David Corliss of Troy, VT, and by her father William Oneill of Danvers, MA. She was predeceased by her mother Elizabeth Oneill.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to Hope Lodge, 237 East Avenue, South Burlington, VT 05401.
Madeleine Carmen Routhier
....show , 89, of Troy, VT, passed away on July 16, 2014 in Newport, VT. She was born at home on December 22, 1924 in Stanhope, Quebec to Joseph and Bertha (Crete) Routhier.
She graduated from and attended Poestation Convent of Mary in Stanhope, Quebec.
Madeleine was a housekeeper for the late Dr. Mosher, Mrs. Needleman, and Mrs. Hope. She also did housekeeping for the church.
She always had a big smile and giving personality. Her hobbies included ice skating, skiing, riding draft horses and love or animals. She also enjoyed listening to hockey games on the radio and eating Chinese food. She loved her family and friends.
She is survived by two brothers: Bernard Routhier and his wife Angel of Shelburne, VT, and Maurice Routhier and his companion France of FL, by her two sisters: Marie-Agne Sage of Shelburne, VT, and Rejeanne McAllister and her husband Arnold of Lowell, VT, by her sister-in-law Helen Routhier, by her good friends: Madeleine Morrisette, Aurore Morin both of Troy, VT, and by many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by the following siblings: Luciene, Camille, Conrad, Valmore, Lucienne Lamoureux, Marie-Paule Columbe, and Lorraine Routhier.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday August 9, 2014 at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Troy with the Rev. Peter Routhier celebrating a mass of Christian burial. Friends may call at the Church on Saturday August 9, 2014 from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Interment will be at St. Edmond’s Cemetery, Coaticook, Quebec. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Union House Activities Fund, 3086 Glover ST, Glover, VT 05839, or to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.
Joyce Elizabeth Hornbacher
....show , 73, of Albany, VT passed away on July 16, 2014 in Newport, VT. She was born on February 9, 1941 in Medford, MA to Robert and Marion (Fortunado) Visconti.
She graduated from Medford High School, Medford, MA. She married Mark Hornbacher who survives her.
Among her interests, she enjoyed listening to music, gardening, and art.
She is survived by her husband Mark Hornbacher of Albany, VT, by her children: Joseph Curnane of Wakefield, MA, Corinne McDonald and her husband Michael of Wilbraham, MA, and Kathleen Parkinson and her husband Gerald of Graylakes, IL , by 8 grandchildren, and two sisters: Janet Bohlin of Wayland, MA, and Roberta Cardello of Medford, MA. She was predeceased by her son Robert Curnane on October 25, 2010. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Thomas W. Lord
....show , 75, of Barton, VT passed away on July 7, 2014 in Newport, VT. He was born on August 23, 1939 in Lowell, MA to George and Mary (Thompson) Lord. On October 14, 1985 he married the former Linda James who survives him. He entered the U.S. Navy and served on the USS Dalghren 12.
He was employed by Grossman’s Lumber Sales where he retired after 30 years of service.
He enjoyed fishing, playing cards at the Barton Senior Center and he was an avid golfer. He held membership with the Barton American Legion Post #76. Thomas loved all sports, especially the Red Sox and the New England Patriots. He also enjoyed going to the casinos up and down the east coast. He and Linda enjoyed playing golf and bowling over the years. He loved family visits and he loved to watch NASCAR-his favorite driver was Tony Stewart. Thomas enjoyed the companionship of his different cats over the years.
He is survived by his loving wife Linda Lord of Barton, VT, by his children: Jay Touzin and his wife Jessica Simoneau, Kerry Touzin, Leo Touzin, and Steve Touzin. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Dylan, Shyanna, Trey, Riley and Ethan, by his sister Janet Blizzard, by his sister-in-laws: Karen Lavsier, Barbara Hague, Bernie Bourgue, and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Sandy Lord.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday July 17, 2014 at the Welcome O. Brown Cemetery in Barton, VT. Full military honors will be held. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Barton Senior Center, 17 Village Square, Barton, VT 05822.
Everett Anson Willard
....show , 94, of Orleans died July 7, 2014 at North Country Hospital in Newport. He was born November 2, 1919 in Derby to W.A. Willard and Lillian (Swanson) Willard. He graduated from Derby Academy in 1937. He then partnered with his father and brother Ernest in Derby in their Green Mountain potato, dairy and maple enterprises.
On September 4, 1949 he married Dorothy Domina of Orleans, who survives him. In 1953, they purchased a 300-acre dairy farm in the township of Derby, where Everett served for many years as a Selectman. Additionally, he was a Director of the Co-operative Insurance Companies in Middlebury from 1963-2006.
Everett was a member of the agricultural fraternity, the Grange, for nearly 80 years. He served as Master of the Vermont State Grange from 1962-1966. He and Dorothy co-directed the 7th Degree of the National Grange for 9 years. At the time of his death, he was an officer of Navy Grange and Kingdom Pomona Grange.
Everett and his family moved to Montpelier in 1968 where he was employed for 25 years by the Vermont Agency of Agriculture in several positions, including Director of Markets. He managed the Vermont Farm Show in Barre and the Vermont building at the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, MA. He was a Vermont Trustee Emeritus of "The Big E" at the time of his death. Throughout his career, a main focus was maintaining the Vermont name as a symbol of excellence; for this dedication, he was commonly referred to as "Mr. Maple."
Recognitions accorded Everett include: "Friend of Agriculture" from the New England Association of Agricultural Extension Agents (1985); the George D. Aiken Agriculturalist of the Year (1986); the Vermont Farm Bureau Wallace Award, jointly with Dorothy (1993); induction into the American Maple Museum Hall of Fame in Crogan, NY (1996), and being honored as one of the eight inaugural members of the Vermont Agricultural Hall of Fame (2003).
Everett embraced community service and public speaking. Throughout his life, he served his churches as a council member, auditor, lay speaker and as the locally renowned Master Chef at the annual Sugar on Snow Party.
Everett was known for his beautiful gardens which brought pleasure to passersby. He was sociable, enjoying visits with friends and dancing. He was also known for his vast repertoire of stories about local events and people and his continued interest in the ever-changing dairy and maple industries.
He is survived by his wife Dorothy and four children: Dr. Alan Lothrop Willard of Kensington, MD; Larry Dean Willard and his wife Terri of White House, TN; Ann Willard Sullivan and her husband Philip of London, England; Dr. Sally Willard Burbank and her husband Nathan of Nashville, TN, and six grandchildren: Derek Kevin Willard, Seth Everett Willard, Matthew Willard Sullivan, Erik Weireter Sullivan, Steven Nathan Burbank and Eliza Lillian Burbank. Everett has one surviving sister, Carolyn Willard MacLeay of Sylmar, CA. Everett was predeceased by his siblings: May Willard, Charles Willard, Eleanor Durfee, Ernest Willard, and Frances Thompson.
Friends may call on Friday, July 11, 2014 from 1:30-2:30 PM at the Orleans Federated Church on School Street in Orleans, followed by funeral services at 2:30 PM. Rev. Harvey Bartlett will officiate. Interment follows at the Derby Center Cemetery.
Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Jones Memorial Library, PO Box 3, Orleans, VT 05860.
Isaac Jacob Hunt
....show , 35, of Derby passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 5, 2014.
He was born in Newport, VT, on April 24, 1979 and grew up in Island Pond, VT. Isaac attended North Country Union High School. Isaac was a carpenter by trade for 17 yrs. He was an avid sports fan who enjoyed stock car racing, watching the New York Yankees beat the Boston Red Sox, and watching the New York Giants. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his children.
Isaac is survived by his two children, Nicholas and Logan Hunt, and the boys mother, Barbie Corey. His mother, Linda (Hunt) Davis and father, Eugene Hunt and his step mother Sherry Hunt, two siblings, David Hunt and fiancé Rebecca Brown, and Mary Hunt and significant other, Ernest Hinton, two half siblings, Robert Knox and Megan Knox and her significant other, Levi Audet and many extended family members.
Calling hours will be held at Curtis Britch Converse Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad Street in Island Pond from 2-4 pm on Sunday July 13, 2014 with a gathering immediately following at 47 Creamery Street, Island Pond. Isaac will be interred in a private family service immediately following calling hours. In lieu of flowers, funds may be directed to the Isaac Hunt Memorial Fund at Passumpsic Savings Bank to support Isaac’s children’s education.
Beverly Bullis
....show , 78 died Thursday, July 3rd, 2014 at home in Derby Line Vermont surrounded by her family.
She was born Oct. 11th, 1935 in Orleans, the daughter of Roy and Violet Glodgett. She joined two brothers, Royce and Richard Glodgett. She attended school in Brownington and Orleans Vermont. On November 26th 1953 she married John (Jack) Bullis. They made their home in Derby Line Vermont, where they raised their 4 children. She enjoyed knitting, sewing and gardening and family. She worked at Newport Plastics, Slalom Skiwear and Bogner of America before retiring in 1994. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, John (Jack) Bullis, of Derby Line Vermont, their children Theresa and Edward Fortin, David and Lori Bullis, Debra and Richard Turner, Thomas and Colleen Bullis, nine grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the local cancer fund. Graveside services will be at Derby Cementary on Nelson Hill Rd. on Friday July 11th at 1:00pm.
Theresa Lamothe Goulet
....show , 85, a resident of Island Pond, VT passed away peacefully on July 2, 2014 in Newport, VT. She was born on January 29, 1929 in Newport, VT, the daughter of Ernest and Florence ( Blair ) Lamothe. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School, Salutatorian class of 1947.
Theresa was a special and talented musician. Sacred Heart would not of achieved its prized musical standard had it not been for the hard work of Theresa and Sister Edmund, music director at Sacred Heart.
Besides taking time for numerous extra-curricular activities, Theresa was the Church organist for the high school choir, conductor of the Sacred Heart Band and Orchestra, and a member of the Sacred Heart Girls Glee Club and Catholic Youth Club. Exceptionally talented in music, Theresa devoted many hours of her time to mastering the principles of conducting bands and orchestras.
After graduation, she was accepted to Juilliard, but was not able to attend. She worked at the Orleans Trust Bank in Newport. On July 4, 1953, she married the love of her life, Raymond H. Goulet of Island Pond. Theresa worked at the Island Pond National Bank and Community National Bank in Island Pond for over twenty years.
She played church organ at Saint James the Greater Catholic Church in Island Pond for over 50 years and also helped to conduct the choir.
Additionally, she played in the Dean King Orchestra for several years. She belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary, Brighton Post 80 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary.
She enjoyed camping in Maine and snowmobiling.
Theresa was predeceased by her parents and brothers, Roland, Rudy, Maurice (Pete), and Roger (Pop) Lamothe.
She is survived by her husband Raymond Goulet of Island Pond, VT, by her sister Anita Salmon of Augusta, Maine, and by her three sons: Michael and his partner Michael of Richford, VT, Mark and his partner Marie of Canton, MA, and David and his wife Diane of Milton, VT, and by her daughter-in-law Paula Goulet of Milford, MA. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren: Laura, Michelle, David and Matthew, and by several nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to extend special thanks to the staff of the Newport Health Care facility in Newport, VT for their fine standard of care during Theresa’s time as a resident.
Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Monday July 7, 2014 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad Street, Island Pond. Friends may also call at the funeral home on Tuesday July 8, 2014 from 9:00 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday July 8, 2014 at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Island Pond where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Everyone is invited to the American Legion in Island Pond following the mass for a luncheon. Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Vermont Alzheimer’s Association, 300 Cornerstone Drive, Suite 128, Williston, VT 05495.
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