MOULTON: Viola (Legare) , 100, of St. Johnsbury, widow of Max D. Moulton, passed away on Friday, Nov. 22, 2002 at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born Sept. 18, 1902, in Groton, daughter of Aurele E. and Myrtie (Gardner) Legare, and attended elementary school there. She graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1921. After graduation she was employed at Maple Grove Candies, Goss Supply Co. and Charles Miller Co. She was married to Max D. Moulton in 1923. Two daughters were born to them, Maxine Ione, who died in 1934, and Marilyn, who resides in St. Johnsbury. For many years she and her husband operated Moulton's Snack Shop on Main Street, which was a popular spot for young and old, and still remembered by old-timers for their daily specials. After retiring from the Snack Shop they spent winters in Florida and summers at Lake Willoughby where they managed Willoughvale cottages for two years and enjoyed fishing. Viola was also active in helping Max while he was an appraiser and lister in St. Johnsbury. She enjoyed doing the book work involved in these jobs. After her husband's death in 1972, Viola went to work for Zuccaro and Willis Law Firm where she worked for 15 years, retiring at the age of 85. Viola enjoyed her 100th birthday party, celebrating with numerous family and friends. It was great. She was a member of the North Congregational Church, where she could always be seen helping in the background wherever she could be useful. She was an avid reader of the church reading list. She was also a longtime member of the Order of the Eastern Star, always helping with suppers, etc. As her sight failed she especially enjoyed riding. She is survived by her daughter, Marilyn, and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, Nov. 27 at 11 a.m. at the North Congregational Church with the Rev.
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